alcohol,category,country,description,designation,price,rating,region,subregion,subsubregion,title,url,varietal,vintage,winery 15.1,Red,US,Overripe grapes show in the form of raisin and prune flavors with a slightly bitter tinge. High alcohol lends unbalanced heat to this Zinfandel.,Bailey Ranch,35,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Lone Madrone 2010 Bailey Ranch Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lone-madrone-2010-bailey-ranch-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2010,Lone Madrone 12.5,Rose,Spain,"This salmon-colored wine is powdery on the nose, with aromatic hints of apple skins and raspberry. The palate feels lean, pinched and rubbery, while flavors of pithy citrus fruits finish chalky, with some tang.",Tempranillo-Shiraz,13,82,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Storks' Tower 2012 Tempranillo-Shiraz Rosé (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storks-tower-2012-tempranillo-shiraz-rose-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Rosé,2012,Storks' Tower 14.8,Red,US,"The vineyard is in a cooler area of Napa, and the wine seems to have been the victim of the chilly vintage. Flavors of blackberries have vegetal hints that are distracting.",Vista Montrose Vineyard Daybreak Block,40,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trinchero 2010 Vista Montrose Vineyard Daybreak Block Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2010-vista-montrose-vineyard-daybreak-block-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Trinchero 13,White,Argentina,"While this opens with harmless aromas of lychee and tropical fruits, the palate sizzles with sharp citric acidity. Flavors of pithy grapefruit and tangerine finish grabby, tart and aggressive. This is not nearly as good as the two prior vintages.",Reserve,11,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trivento 2012 Reserve Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivento-2012-reserve-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2012,Trivento ,White,US,Soft and easy with vague flavors of apricots and butterscotch.,,13,82,California,California Other,California,Paripaso 2012 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paripaso-2012-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Paripaso 13.5,Red,US,"While this Pinot is silky in texture, with pleasant cherry cola and oak flavors, it's a tough wine with a somewhat harsh mouthfeel.",,15,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Magnolia Court 2012 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnolia-court-2012-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2012,Magnolia Court 14.5,Red,US,"So soft and ripe, this wine is dominated by flavors of mocha, black cherry jam and oak, with a slightly vegetal undertow.",,18,82,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2009 Merlot (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2009-merlot-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Merlot,2009,Pietra Santa 13.8,Red,US,"You'll find crisp Monterey acidity on this wine, but otherwise, it's candied in style with flavors of raspberries and cola, along with raisins turning up in the finish.",,29,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Vinemark 2010 Cabernet Franc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinemark-2010-cabernet-franc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Vinemark 11,White,,"Light and fruity, this is a wine that has some sweetness, a gentle series of white fruits, acidity and lemon zest at the end. Screwcap.",Partager,,82,,,,Barton & Guestier NV Partager White,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-nv-partager-white-european-wine/,White Blend,,Barton & Guestier 13,White,Argentina,"Acrid and heavy on the nose, this is not showing any of Torrontés's floral, lighter qualities. Instead, this wine is slightly chemical and rough, with a blocky, citric palate and a mix of bitter citrus and pithy flavors.",,14,82,Other,Salta,,Anko 2013 Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anko-2013-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2013,Anko 12,White,Spain,"This basic Viura smells of apple juice. The palate feels thin and citric, with flavors of lemon peel and fresh-cut green apple that end quickly.",Royal,,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Franco-Españolas 2012 Royal Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-franco-espanolas-2012-royal-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2012,Bodegas Franco-Españolas 13.5,Red,US,"Watery blackberry, mint and oak flavors mark this simple wine. It's soft and ripe on the finish.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2012-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 14.4,Red,Argentina,"Dull aromas of murky leaves and wet cement don't set things up well. This is clunky and scouring in feel, with leafy blackberry flavors that finish bitter.",Una Selección de Ricardo Santos,19,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ricardo Santos 2011 Una Selección de Ricardo Santos Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricardo-santos-2011-una-seleccion-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Ricardo Santos 14.2,Red,US,"This is a party wine. It's dry, straightforward and rustic, with good enough Cabernet character to pair well with beef.",,22,82,California,California Other,California,Crush Farm 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crush-farm-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Crush Farm 13,Red,US,"Cherry and mint flavors are pleasant in this Cab, but green tannins give the palate a harsh feel.",,17,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,The Archivist 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archivist-2012-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,The Archivist 13.6,White,US,"This Chardonnay tastes like a supermarket fruit punch of apricots, peaches, mangoes and oranges, along with the stimulating heat of alcohol. It's ripe and oaky.",,13,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Magnolia Court 2012 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnolia-court-2012-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2012,Magnolia Court 13,Red,Austria,"Despite its name, Zwei also has Blaufränkisch in its blend. It's lean, rather austere and structured with a hard edge. There is black currant acidity, toasty wood and a green finish. Not for aging. Screwcap.",Zwei,17,83,Burgenland,,,Tinhof 2010 Zwei Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinhof-2010-zwei-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2010,Tinhof 13,White,US,"This sweet, simple wine shows ripe flavors of apricots, lemons, limes and honeysuckle. It's soft and sugary.",,18,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 2012 Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2012-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2012,Jekel 14.5,Red,US,"Acidity and bitterness mark blackberry and raisin flavors in this wine, along with a hit of oak and tannins. It's already throwing some sediment and isn't likely to be an ager.",Artist Series,60,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2009 Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2009-artist-series-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Kenwood 14.9,Red,US,"There's a streak of rose petal amidst soft red and blue fruit in this Zinfandel. The tannins are soft, and there's not much to offer in terms of spice or concentrated flavors.",Blend 5,20,83,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Claudia Springs NV Blend 5 Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-springs-nv-blend-5-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,,Claudia Springs ,White,France,"Light, bright and fruity, this wine is full of citrus acidity and a ripe, herbaceous character. Lively and fresh, it is a Sauvignon-dominated wine.",Grand Théatre,,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Univitis 2012 Grand Théatre (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/univitis-2012-grand-theatre-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Univitis 13.5,White,US,Luscious peach and mango flavors with a hint of fresh green peas mark this wine. It has enough acidity to balance the ripeness.,,10,83,California,California Other,California,Guenoc 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2012-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Guenoc ,Red,France,"This wine seems thin and rather tight. It has as much acidity as it does fruit, and a dry tannic structure. Not a wine for aging.",,,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Gréteau Médeville 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-greteau-medeville-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Gréteau Médeville 12,Red,,"Soft, fruity and juicy, this is a pleasant, simple wine that is a blend from different European countries. It is balanced and very drinkable for parties or barbecues. Screwcap.",Partager,,83,,,,Barton & Guestier NV Partager Red,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-nv-partager-red-european-wine/,Red Blend,,Barton & Guestier 12.5,White,Spain,"Peach and apple aromas are modest. The palate is juicy and citric in feel, while flavors of melon, apple and nectarine finish tangy, with a citrusy taste.",Viña Tobía,11,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Tobía 2012 Viña Tobía White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-tobia-2012-vina-white-rioja/,White Blend,2012,Bodegas Tobía 13.4,White,US,"As soon as you pop the cork on this white blend, aromas of limes, oranges, apricots and pears erupt from the bottle. The flavors are quite similar in profile, off dry and boosted with crisp acidity, but finishing a tad watery.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Smashberry 2012 White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smashberry-2012-white-central-coast/,White Blend,2012,Smashberry 19,Dessert,US,"Made from one of Port's best grapes, this wine is sweet and simple. It has sugary raspberry and vanilla flavors, with a sting of heat from high alcohol.",,28,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vinemark 2010 Touriga Nacional (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinemark-2010-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-central-coast-paso-robles/,Touriga Nacional,2010,Vinemark 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Recuerdo is the house brand from the Vines of Mendoza project, which is relying on young Tupungato vineyards that expand annually. This vintage shows floral berry aromas along with Middle East spice notes of cumin and curry. In the mouth, it's sharp and hollow, like an elevator that skips floors. Clipped flavors of boysenberry are acidic, while the finish lacks substance.",,22,84,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Recuerdo 2011 Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recuerdo-2011-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2011,Recuerdo 13.9,White,US,"A strong pineapple and mango imprint persists throughout this Chardonnay, along with bright acidity and a floral finish.",,10,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,un4seen 2011 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/un4seen-2011-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2011,un4seen 11,White,Spain,"The first thing on the nose that registers is a vegetal quality, particularly asparagus and bean aromas. The palate is well cut and crisp in feel, while green notes drive the flavor profile.",,18,84,Northern Spain,Getariako Txakolina,,Ulacia 2012 White (Getariako Txakolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ulacia-2012-white-getariako-txakolina/,White Blend,2012,Ulacia 13.5,Red,US,"This rustic Cabernet has pretty good varietal flavors of blackberries and dried currants, enhanced with an oaky sweetness. It's full bodied and tannic, and fine for drinking now.",,13,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Magnolia Court 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnolia-court-2012-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Magnolia Court ,Red,France,"This wine has a lean side that takes away from the bright acidity and fruitiness. With its berry fruit flavors, it should be rich, but lacks a middle.",Réserve du Propriétaire,13,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Haut Nadeau 2011 Réserve du Propriétaire (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-nadeau-2011-reserve-proprietaire-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Haut Nadeau 13.1,Red,US,"Coming from the cool 2010 vintage, this blend of half Merlot along with four other Bordeaux grape varieties brings notes of toast, bittersweet chocolate, citrus and cranberry. It's tart and puckering with tightly wound tannins that need time to resolve.",,35,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2010 Claret (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2010-red-rogue-valley-182804/,Claret,2010,Del Rio 13.5,Red,Spain,"Hard, minerally, medicinal aromas trumpet in a juice-like palate with black-fruit and prune flavors. An herbal, edgy finish is rubbery and feels stretched by sharp acids and banging tannins.",Flor d'Englora Roure,17,84,Catalonia,Montsant,,Cellers Baronia del Montsant 2011 Flor d'Englora Roure Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cellers-baronia-montsant-2011-flor-denglora-roure-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2011,Cellers Baronia del Montsant 14,Red,Italy,"Made with Sangiovese, Sagrantino, Barbera, Merlot and Cabernet, this wine opens with dominant oak aromas that carry through to the palate alongside subdued notes of prune and fig. It lacks fruit richness and freshness to support the oak.",,18,84,Central Italy,Montefalco Rosso,,Adanti 2009 Montefalco Rosso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adanti-2009-red-montefalco-rosso/,Red Blend,2009,Adanti 13.9,Red,US,"This is a basic California Cabernet. It's dry and tannic with earthy flavors of blackberries, cherries, sage and toasted oak.",,18,84,California,California Other,California,Angeline 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Angeline 13.5,White,US,"With sweet oak, buttered toast, vanilla, pineapple and mango flavors, this is an easy Chardonnay to drink now. The price is good for a Chard this rich and creamy.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Guenoc 2012 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2012-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Guenoc 13.1,Red,US,"This isn't the most complicated Pinot Noir, but it is a clean, easy-drinking wine. With raspberry and cherry flavors wrapped into a silky texture, it will be fine to drink with burgers.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Grayson 2012 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2012-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2012,Grayson 13.1,White,US,"This dry, moderate-alcohol Chardonnay is brisk, but the body is a bit thin. The pineapple and mango fruit flavors are watered down.",Lot 11,11,84,California,California Other,California,Grayson 2012 Lot 11 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2012-lot-11-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Grayson 13,Red,US,"The fruit flavors never get past light, tart cranberry in this wine, and there is an earthy tinge that runs through the palate and into the finish. It's thin and tannic in style.",Estate Reserve,38,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Wetzel Estate 2010 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wetzel-estate-2010-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Wetzel Estate 14.4,Red,US,"This is a candied Pinot with flavors of pink bubblegum, raspberries and strawberries. Give it some time in the glass and drink up.",,32,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vinemark 2011 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinemark-2011-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Vinemark ,Red,France,"Structure keeps this firm, dry wine solidly closed. It is tightly wound at this stage, only hinting at a brighter, fruity future. Drink after 2015.",,15,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Pey la Tour 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pey-tour-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Pey la Tour ,Red,France,"With light toast aromas, this is a wine that shows vanilla from wood aging more than its fruitiness. There is a barnyard edge to it that brings out rusticity. On the finish, acidity does bring some freshness.",Le Grand Rossignol du Château Lamothe Vincent,25,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Lamothe-Vincent 2011 Le Grand Rossignol du Château Lamothe Vincent (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-vincent-2011-le-grand-rossignol-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Lamothe-Vincent ,Red,France,"An attractively fruity wine, this is very fresh and full of bright raspberry flavors, fresh acidity and light tannins. It's a breezy wine, all ready to drink.",,,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Chateau Auguste 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-auguste-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Chateau Auguste 13.5,Red,Spain,"Plastic, strawberry and rubber aromas lead to a raw, juicy, light-bodied palate, with dilute flavors of cherry and plum skins. A fresh, dry finish features drawing tannins.",Mas Petit Organic Farming Garnatxa-Cabernet,14,84,Catalonia,Penedès,,Parés Baltà 2009 Mas Petit Organic Farming Garnatxa-Cabernet Garnacha-Cabernet (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pares-balta-2009-mas-petit-organic-farming-garnatxa-cabernet-red-blend-garnacha-cabernet-penedes/,Garnacha-Cabernet,2009,Parés Baltà 13.5,White,US,"There is a bitter, metallic flavor that sticks in the mouth here, long after the fresh green-apple flavor has faded. This is sealed with a screwcap, so there is no suspect cork. Basically, it's a simple, generic white wine.",,20,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Portlandia 2012 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/portlandia-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2012,Portlandia 14.5,Red,US,"There's something pinched about this wine, due partly to acidity, also a bitterness on the palate. Blueberry and dark chocolate flavors are pleasant, but the mouthfeel is harsh. Drink up.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Pietra Santa 13.9,Red,US,"Harsh in mouthfeel, this Cab has cherry, black currant and wintergreen mint flavors, wrapped into firm but fine tannins. For the price, it's not bad for everyday fare.",Lot 10,11,84,California,California Other,California,Grayson 2012 Lot 10 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2012-lot-10-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Grayson 14.3,White,US,"Rich flavors of buttered toast and popcorn, pineapple and orange jam mark this Chardonnay. It has bright acidity, but can turn a bit cloying after the first sip.",Gravelstone,18,84,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Jekel 2012 Gravelstone Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2012-gravelstone-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2012,Jekel 13.5,Red,US,"This soft, ripe Merlot is straightforward with cherry, currant and herb flavors, and subtly tinged with oak. It's smooth in the mouth, making it fine to drink now.",,13,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Magnolia Court 2012 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnolia-court-2012-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2012,Magnolia Court 15.2,Red,US,"This wine is mostly Grenache, with about one-third Syrah blended in. There are pleasant cherry and blackberry flavors on the palate, but also a mushroomy streak that distracts. It's not likely to improve with age so drink up.",The Tiller Caliza Vineyard Russell Family Vineyards,52,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dilecta 2011 The Tiller Caliza Vineyard Russell Family Vineyards Grenache-Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dilecta-2011-tiller-caliza-vineyard-russell-family-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache-Syrah,2011,Dilecta 13.8,White,US,"Almost every major white-grape variety grown in California is included in this blend. It's a fine effort, dry and brisk with acidity, along with flavors of orange, honeysuckle, apricot and peach. The criticism is a watery thinness on the palate.",Winemaker's Blend,15,84,California,California Other,California,Seven Daughters NV Winemaker's Blend White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-daughters-nv-winemakers-blend-white-california-182717/,White Blend,,Seven Daughters ,White,France,"Bright and breezy, this is a simple, fruity wine with just a touch of sweetness. It has a crisp, lively feel to it but is open and forward. The aftertaste is light and fresh.",Augey,,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Caves de Rauzan 2012 Augey (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-rauzan-2012-augey-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Caves de Rauzan 14.3,Red,US,"This is an everyday wine with flavors of sweet-and-sour lemon and orange candy. It will go well with everything chicken—fried, roasted, in tacos or pot pie.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Casa de Arcilla 2012 Garnacha Blanca (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-arcilla-2012-spanish-white-garnacha-blanca-central-coast-paso-robles/,Garnacha Blanca,2012,Casa de Arcilla ,Red,France,"This wine is very fresh and forward with its acidity and green bell-pepper flavors. The black currant flavors show some potential, but this is not a wine for aging.",Château Lauduc Classic,,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Lauduc 2011 Château Lauduc Classic (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lauduc-2011-lauduc-classic-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Lauduc 13.7,Red,US,"100% varietal, this wine brings notes of freshly mortared herbs, jalapeño, black olive and wet stone. It's light, tart and fresh with a chalky feel.",Del Rio Vineyards,28,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2011 Del Rio Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2011-vineyards-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-rogue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Del Rio ,White,France,"This is a classic Sauvignon with just an extra amount of creamy texture. The wine is light, fruity and fragrant, and finishes with an easy-drinking acidity. For drinking immediately.",,20,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Trocard 2012 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trocard-2012-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Trocard ,Red,France,"Meaty aromas are followed by a bacon flavor on the palate. The wine is closed and firmly tannic, suggesting only a hint of fruitiness. It has an austere side that is not likely to fade.",Bad Boy,,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Etablissements Thunevin 2011 Bad Boy (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etablissements-thunevin-2011-bad-boy-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Etablissements Thunevin 15.9,Red,US,"Some overripe raisin and prune flavors mark this high-alcohol blend of Grenache and Mourvèdre. It's Port-like in its heat and glycerine sweetness, but soft tannins make it drinkable now.",Soft Letters,45,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Edmond August 2010 Soft Letters Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmond-august-2010-soft-letters-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Edmond August 10,Red,US,"This is a soft and simple party wine with jammy blackberry, cherry and oak flavors.",,14,82,California,California Other,California,Skinnygirl 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skinnygirl-2012-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Skinnygirl 13.5,Red,Spain,"Minty, candied, wet-dog aromas announce that this is a young, basic wine. The mouthfeel is fresh and acidic, while the flavors of candied berry fruits come across dilute and with little depth.",Tintorera Higueruela,12,82,Central Spain,Almansa,,Bodegas Tintoralba 2011 Tintorera Higueruela Garnacha (Almansa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-tintoralba-2011-tintorera-higueruela-grenache-garnacha-almansa/,Garnacha,2011,Bodegas Tintoralba ,White,France,"Thin in character, this is a pleasant wine without much style. Light and ready to be drunk immediately.",,,82,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château le Noble 2012 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-noble-2012-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château le Noble 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a wine that has a curious metallic character. It masks the fruit and gives it a hard edge. It's fresh, but not immediately attractive.",,,82,France Other,Crémant de Jura,,Domaine Buronfosse 2011 Sparkling (Crémant de Jura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-buronfosse-2011-sparkling-cremant-jura/,Sparkling Blend,2011,Domaine Buronfosse 14,Red,Argentina,"At first this smells like plastic and sweet black fruits mixed with chocolate. The palate feels heavy and raw, while flavors of muddled yet tart plum and berry finish big, minty and slightly green.",,13,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mil Piedras 2011 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mil-piedras-2011-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Mil Piedras 13.5,White,US,"Ripe and fruity with citrus, apricot, tropical fruit and peach flavors, this wine is brightened by a shower of acidity that keeps it from tasting cloying.",,13,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Magnolia Court 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnolia-court-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Magnolia Court 13.8,White,US,"This is a straightforward but simple wine. It's dry and crisp but a bit watery with lemon, lime and vanilla flavors.",,15,82,California,California Other,California,Seven Daughters NV Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-daughters-nv-sauvignon-blanc-california-182718/,Sauvignon Blanc,,Seven Daughters 13.6,Red,Argentina,"Initially this smells like commercial bath soap; later on, simple strawberry notes pop up. The mouth is rough and tannic, while flavors of herbal berry finish sour as the feel turns raw and scratchy.",Coleccion,12,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Los Maza 2011 Coleccion Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-los-maza-2011-coleccion-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Finca Los Maza ,Red,France,This is an unfocused wine that has jammy fruit and soft tannins. It tastes overripe. Not for aging.,,13,81,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château de Lavagnac 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lavagnac-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de Lavagnac 13.4,Red,US,This unidentified blend is simple and ripe with flavors of cola and cherry candy.,,13,81,California,California Other,California,Insatiable NV Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/insatiable-nv-red-california-182740/,Red Blend,,Insatiable 15,Red,Spain,"Aromas of blueberry and soupy fruits lack definition and come across like Kool-Aid. This is flat and stewy in feel, with heavy flavors of raisin and Graham crackers followed by a short finish.",René Isabelle Christopher Charlotte Fernando Marta,130,81,Catalonia,Montsant,,Espectacle 2010 René Isabelle Christopher Charlotte Fernando Marta Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espectacle-2010-rene-isabelle-christopher-charlotte-fernando-marta-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2010,Espectacle 12.8,Red,US,"This is the best Pinot Noir the winery has produced since 2004. The wine is so wonderfully full in the mouth and fabulously complex in flavor that it's hard to believe the alcohol is under 13%. With lovely, haunting flavors of raspberries, red currants, mushrooms, white pepper and sandalwood, it justifies the hype of the 2011 vintage. Will age well. Drink now–2021.",Rapley Trail Vineyard Henry Ayrton's Block Estate Grown,80,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2011 Rapley Trail Vineyard Henry Ayrton's Block Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2011-rapley-trail-vineyard-henry-ayrtons-block-estate-grown-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2011,Thomas Fogarty 14,Red,Spain,"Superb at every checkpoint, this is a world-class wine. Cherry, cassis and earth aromas are spicy and mellow, not bullish or loud. This feels creamy but with enough textural grit to keep things lively, while flavors of vanilla, tobacco and plum are nicely integrated. A mild, medium-long finish epitomizes elegance. Drink now through 2025.",Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial,89,95,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Murrieta 2005 Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-murrieta-2005-castillo-ygay-gran-reserva-especial-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Marqués de Murrieta 13.5,Red,US,"Everything about this Pinot screams quality. Although it will only improve with time, it's certainly enjoyable now for its raspberry, cherry, cola and oak flavors that will pair perfectly with a great steak. The Dijon clones that constitute the blend reacted perfectly to the cool vintage, yielding ripe fruit along with tart acidity and firm tannins. Drink 2017–2027.",Dutton Ranch Freestone Hill Vineyard,72,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2011 Dutton Ranch Freestone Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2011-ranch-freestone-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Dutton-Goldfield 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a gorgeous, compelling wine of power and finesse. It has a captivating fragrance of earth, leather, black fruit and incense accented with whiffs of exotic spice. The palate is rich but refined, delivering ripe black cherry, blue berry, tobacco and baking spices along with enveloping, velvety tannins. Drink 2016–2036.",Radici Riserva,75,95,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Mastroberardino 2006 Radici Riserva (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2006-radici-riserva-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2006,Mastroberardino 14.8,Red,US,"Dark and meaty, with aromatic hints of mustard seed, this has a slight bitterness around the edges, giving it focus and sharpness. A change in the barrel regimen now keeps it entirely in large format foudres. It's supple and lush, with mixed blue and black fruit, hints of citrus, and peppery umami notes.",Bionic Frog,95,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2010 Bionic Frog Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2010-bionic-frog-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2010,Cayuse 14.5,Red,France,"This is a great wine, rounded and rich despite its power and weight. Its many elements—the ripe black fruits, the balanced acidity—are smoothed with wood aging. It also shows an elegance, giving the wine good aging potential. Drink from 2018.",,26,94,Southwest France,Madiran,,Château d'Aydie 2010 Tannat (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daydie-2010-other-red-tannat-madiran/,Tannat,2010,Château d'Aydie 14.9,Red,US,"If you don't cellar this Cab, you'll miss out on what it has to offer. It is a dry, deeply flavored, superbly structured wine, rich in tannins, with brooding depths of flavors ranging from black currants, cassis and licorice to hints of dried herbs and sweet, toasty cedar wood. The alcohol is on the high side, in the modern Napa style, but the wine wears its heat well. Start drinking it after 2018.",Reserve,125,94,California,Napa,Oakville,Groth 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groth-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Groth 14.8,Red,US,"This is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, with Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc making up the last 9%. Smooth, supple and satiny on the palate, this wine is bursting with scents and flavors of deep purple fruit, cassis, smoke and graphite. The polished, lightly textured tannins add a sense of muscle to the finish. This is a wine that may be gulped down immediately, or cellared for up to a decade.",The Illusionist,52,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sleight of Hand 2010 The Illusionist Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sleight-hand-2010-illusionist-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Sleight of Hand 14.5,Red,Spain,"Black-fruit aromas come with all the savory, smoky, coconutty accents one could ask for. In the mouth, expect saturation, big tannins, structure galore and layering. Flavors of balsamic black fruits, prune, toast and char finish long, minty, dark and delicious. Residual tannins suggest that this can last another 10 years.",Reserva Selección de la Familia,40,94,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Luis Cañas 2006 Reserva Selección de la Familia (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-canas-2006-reserva-seleccion-familia-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Luis Cañas 14.5,Red,Spain,"Riscal has outdone itself with this outstanding seven-year-old wine that leans toward modern but holds onto classic Rioja DNA. The nose is full of tobacco, balsamic accents and has a core of black-fruit flavors. A rich, pure, lightly baked tasting finish is excellent, like the rest of the wine. Drink through 2022.",Baron de Chirel Reserva,95,94,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Riscal 2006 Baron de Chirel Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-riscal-2006-baron-chirel-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Marqués de Riscal 14.5,Red,France,"Dark and powerful, this is a complex and concentrated wood-aged wine. It's a blend of two local Gaillac grapes, Duras and Braucol, which gives richness, structure and a dense, herbal character. This wine, with its long term future, is still young, showing as much tannin as fruit, so don't drink before 2016.",L'Ame,,94,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine Rotier 2010 L'Ame Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rotier-2010-lame-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2010,Domaine Rotier 14.8,Red,US,"This is a great Cabernet, blended with a drop of Petit Verdot. It shows the intensity of mountain fruit, with incredibly concentrated black currant and cassis flavors, with superb tannins. Few Cabernets have shown this degree of ageability. Drink now–2024",Reserve,135,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Pride Mountain 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Pride Mountain 14.5,Red,US,"Winemaker Joel Aiken was lucky enough to source fruit from this famous Napa Valley appellation, and its mountain origins show in both the intensity of flavors and of tannins. The fruit is remarkably concentrated in cassis, with a tangy minerality that must come from the soil. New French oak, with its tannins and sweet toast, has been perfectly applied. The wine is vital, harmonious and young. Give it 10 or 15 years to begin to come around.",,125,94,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Amici 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amici-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Amici 14.5,Red,France,"This firm Malbec comes from old vines. It is concentrated and dense, while wearing its power easily and openly. Wood aging adds complexity as do the leather, dark chocolate and black fruits that are followed by juicy acidity. A wine with great potential, don't drink before 2018.",Pur Plaisir,55,94,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Haut-Monplaisir 2010 Pur Plaisir Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-monplaisir-2010-pur-plaisir-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Château Haut-Monplaisir 14.5,Red,France,"La Nerthe's Cuvée des Cadettes shows a bit of oak on the nose in its hints of vanilla and toasted coconut, but also copious amounts of raspberry fruit. It's full bodied and lush, with the fruit gently cosseted by oak, not at all overwhelmed, and the finish is long and plushly textured. While approachable even now, it should be at its best sometime after 2020.",Cuvée des Cadettes,170,94,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château La Nerthe 2010 Cuvée des Cadettes Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nerthe-2010-cuvee-cadettes-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Nerthe 14.6,Red,US,"Eighty percent Cabernet Sauvignon, the rest Merlot, this outstanding Camaspelo has what the French call mache—impressive grip and texture. Deep and rich, it's loaded with black cherry, sporting a thick vein of black licorice and a finish laced with mineral and espresso. Dark, smoky, earthy, herbal and tannic, it requires many hours to fully open up.",Cayuse Vineyards Camaspelo,80,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2010 Cayuse Vineyards Camaspelo Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2010-vineyards-camaspelo-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2010,Cayuse 14.7,Red,US,"The price on this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon is premium, but be assured, it's an excellent wine, just not necessarily one for drinking now, since the tannins need time to soften. Judging by the intense core of blackberries and cassis, as well as the overall balance, it's a wine that will age for a long time. Drink 2018–2026, but it could possibly age even longer.",Martin Stelling Vineyard,155,94,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 2010 Martin Stelling Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2010-martin-stelling-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Nickel & Nickel 14.5,Rose,Spain,"This opens with stalky and rubbery aromas. It's weighty for a rosé, with sweet flavors of red fruits that finish bitter and heavy.",,9,81,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Tres Ojos 2012 Rosado (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-ojos-2012-rose-rosado-calatayud/,Rosado,2012,Tres Ojos 14,Red,US,"This Merlot seems designed for folks who like their red wines with residual sugar. It's soft and sugary, with raspberry jam and oak flavors.",,8,81,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2012 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2012-merlot-other/,Merlot,2012,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Pointed red-plum aromas are lemony and leathery. The palate is decidedly tomatoey and acidic, with flavors of plum skin, currant and pepper. An herbal, spicy, drying finish feels raw and tastes sour.",,13,82,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Notro 2011 Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/notro-2011-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2011,Notro 13.3,Red,Argentina,"Candied cherry and raspberry aromas are dilute by Mendoza standards. The palate is regular at best, with juicy generic flavors of plum and raspberry. This finishes raw in feel, with little depth of flavor.",1922,16,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Simonassi 2010 1922 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonassi-2010-1922-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Simonassi 13.5,Red,US,"This is for people who want the basic Pinot experience at an everyday price. It's silky in texture but brightened with tart acidity and jammy raspberry, cola and sandalwood flavors.",Reserve,14,83,California,California Other,California,Red Rock 2012 Reserve Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-rock-2012-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2012,Red Rock 13.8,Red,US,"This value Pinot Noir is perfectly fine for everyday drinking, with a light, silky texture framing raspberry and oak flavors.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Picket Fence 2012 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/picket-fence-2012-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,Picket Fence 12,White,US,"A scent of fusel oil mixes into this lightly fruity wine, along with citrus rind and hints of almond.",Estate,15,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Wetzel Estate 2011 Estate Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wetzel-estate-2011-estate-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Wetzel Estate ,White,Italy,"This wine opens with aromas of white flowers and exotic fruit. The palate offers pear, apple and pineapple flavors, but you'll also notice a slight medicinal note on the end.",Pehhcora,13,84,Central Italy,Terre di Chieti,,Orion Wines 2012 Pehhcora Pecorino (Terre di Chieti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orion-wines-2012-pehhcora-italian-white-pecorino-terre-chieti/,Pecorino,2012,Orion Wines 13.5,Red,Austria,Berry fruits are placed against a lean texture that shows tense acidity as well as a herbal edge. The wine is still young and will age but it seems green and not quite ripe. Screwcap.,,,84,Burgenland,,,Esterházy 2012 Pinot Noir (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esterhazy-2012-pinot-noir-burgenland/,Pinot Noir,2012,Esterházy 15.7,Red,US,"This wine is medium bodied with spicy, brambly wild berry and tobacco flavors, as well as heady alcohol. It shows some unbalanced green notes. Drink now.",,32,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vinemark 2009 Primitivo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinemark-2009-zinfandel-primitivo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Primitivo,2009,Vinemark ,Red,France,"Burnt toast aromas don't exactly make this wine attractive. The palate is better because it has fruit weight, but notes of heavily toasted wood and dry tannins dominate for now. It should improve with age, but will always have this element of hardness.",,16,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Malbec 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malbec-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Malbec 13.5,Red,US,"At this price, and with a case production of 110,000, lots of Americans will consider themselves lucky to have a solid red wine like this. It's not terribly complicated, but offers easy flavors of cherries and oak.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2012 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2012-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2012,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 14.7,Red,US,"This simple Pinot has decent cranberry, cola and sour cherry flavors, but the texture feels raw and harsh, partly due to acidity and green tannins.",,20,83,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Chime 2012 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chime-2012-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2012,Chime ,Red,France,"This wine is too jammy for its own good with a texture that's soft and squishy. Notes of overripe strawberries are dominant, redeemed slightly by red-currant acidity. This wine is not for aging.",Le Bord'eaux du Clos des Moiselles,,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Clos des Moiselles 2011 Le Bord'eaux du Clos des Moiselles (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-moiselles-2011-le-bordeaux-des-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Clos des Moiselles 13.9,White,US,"This Chardonnay has all the bells and whistles from malolactic fermentation and lees aging to oak barrel aging. It's rich and soft with flavors of buttered toast, pineapple and orange jam, along with yeasty notes on the finish.",,16,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Buehler 2012 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buehler-2012-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Buehler 14.3,Red,US,"Sweet oak and rich cherry jam combine to make this blend distinctly candied in nature. It's a straightforward, simple with smooth tannins.",Red Cedar Vineyard Estate,35,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clayhouse 2011 Red Cedar Vineyard Estate Syrah-Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2011-red-cedar-vineyard-estate-red-blend-syrah-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah-Petite Sirah,2011,Clayhouse 13.5,Red,US,"A blend of Petite Sirah, Syrah, Zinfandel and Merlot, this is a full-bodied red wine that's dry and softly tannic. It's somewhat simple in flavor with blackberry, cherry, raisin, prune and oak notes.",Winemaker's Blend,14,84,California,California Other,California,Red Rock 2011 Winemaker's Blend Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-rock-2011-winemakers-blend-other/,Red Blend,2011,Red Rock ,Red,France,"Hard and extracted, this is a tough number. The fruit seems lean and the bitter chocolate flavor is not promising much. It may work with food.",,19,82,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Ricaud 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-ricaud-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de Ricaud ,Red,France,"The unfocused wine tastes soapy, with bitterness and little fruit. Not a wine to enjoy now or in the future.",,18,82,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Les Gravières de la Brandille 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gravieres-brandille-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Les Gravières de la Brandille 13.8,White,US,"Everything about this wine is admirable except for the concentration. It's dry and crisp with acidity, but only delicately flavored with citrus, pears, honey and vanilla bean.",,15,82,California,California Other,California,Seven Daughters NV Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-daughters-nv-pinot-grigio-california-182716/,Pinot Grigio,,Seven Daughters ,Red,France,"This is a wine that is totally dominated by wood. So much so that there is little sign of fruit. Maybe it will integrate, but there is a question mark.",Cuvée,15,82,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Maison Bouey 2011 Cuvée (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bouey-2011-cuvee-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Maison Bouey 13,White,US,"There's a sugary edge to the lime and tropical fruit flavors in this wine, along with a strong note of gooseberry. The combination is edgy.",,17,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Stickybeak 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stickybeak-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Stickybeak 13,Red,US,"Somewhat watery and simple, this Pinot has pleasant cherry, cola and oak flavors. The mouthfeel is raw.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2012 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2012-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2012,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 13.5,Red,Spain,"Green, grassy aromas lead the bouquet, which then turns charred and oaky. In the mouth, clove and heavy oak notes are dominant, while the feel is rubbery and rough. This is rugged and oaky.",Castell de Raimat,11,81,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Raimat 2009 Castell de Raimat Cabernet Sauvignon (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raimat-2009-castell-cabernet-sauvignon-costers-segre/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Raimat 15,White,Italy,"This barrique-aged, late harvest Vermentino is dominated by new oak and lacks the fruit richness to support the evident wood sensations. It offers oak, butterscotch, vanilla and coffee bean notes that carry through to the palate alongside forward honey flavors. You'll also easily detect the 15% alcohol on this.",Vento Forte,,84,Tuscany,Toscana,,Terre di Talamo 2011 Vento Forte Vermentino (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-talamo-2011-vento-forte-italian-white-vermentino-toscana/,Vermentino,2011,Terre di Talamo 13.8,White,Argentina,"Pulpy orange aromas could use some freshening up. The mouthfeel is, not surprisngly, plump in feel, and overall this struggles to maintain balance. Flavors of pithy citrus and melon finish bland and slightly bitter.",Sustainably Farmed Estate Grown and Bottled,11,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2013 Sustainably Farmed Estate Grown and Bottled Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2013-sustainably-farmed-estate-grown-bottled-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2013,Zolo 13.57,White,US,"This is a straightforward, slighlty tart Chardonnay that's shy with fruit. Sourced from Lodi and Napa.",,14,81,California,California Other,California,The Loyal Companion 2012 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loyal-companion-2012-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,The Loyal Companion 14,Red,Argentina,"Scattered aromas of minerals and jumpy young berry fruits are just not that attractive. This is scouring on the palate due to outsized acidity, while the flavors run raw, herbal and green. Ditto the finish.",Ikella,14,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Melipal 2011 Ikella Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melipal-2011-ikella-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Melipal 14.7,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet is nowhere ready to drink now. The individual parts are all at odds with each other. You have intense flavors of cassis, blackberries, mocha and minerals, on the one hand. Then there's the new French oak, toasty and sweet. Finally are tannins, from both grape skins and oak, that are so tough, they shut down the palate. But the structure is so perfect, the balance so harmonious, that the wine should easily negotiate the next 10, 15, 20 years.",Morisoli Vineyard,125,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Amici 2010 Morisoli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amici-2010-morisoli-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Amici 13,Red,US,"This is a simple, straightforward wine with flavors of cherry juice tinged with vegetal notes and a sugary finish.",,14,81,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cupcake 2011 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cupcake-2011-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2011,Cupcake 14.8,Red,US,"Half Cabernet Franc, 37% Merlot, and 13% Cabernet Sauvignon, this is one of a handful of Cayuse wines that spends a few months in new oak (about 50%). Done in a Claret style, it's firm, lightly toasty, with explosive dark fruits, streaked with umami, saline sea scents, dried plum, fig, cassis, earth and herbs all entwined to create compelling aromatics that carry through to an impressive finish.",Flying Pig,85,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2010 Flying Pig Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2010-flying-pig-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Cayuse 13.5,Red,US,"Jim Clendenen is producing the greatest, most exciting Nebbiolos in California, and this wine, tasted at about eight years of age, is, in a word, fantastic. Major kudos to him for aging it this long before commercial release. Although there are still firm tannins, and Nebbiolo's acidity of course makes the wine highly strung to the point of tense, it is immensely drinkable now. You'll find waves of dried cherries, with hints of rose petal, tobacco, white pepper and exotic spices, especially cloves, wrapped into a texture as gently silky as a great Pinot Noir. Drink now–2020.",Bricco Buon Natale,50,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Clendenen 2005 Bricco Buon Natale Nebbiolo (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clendenen-2005-bricco-buon-natale-nebbiolo-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Nebbiolo,2005,Clendenen ,Red,France,"This wine is acidic beyond its other elements. It has a green, herbal character that suggests unripe fruit. It will soften with age, but will always be overtly brisk in nature.",Sirius,12,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Maison Sichel 2011 Sirius (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-sichel-2011-sirius-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Maison Sichel 14.8,Red,US,"This is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, although it doesn't say so on the label. The wine is awesome and impeccable in the modern Oakville style of intensely ripe fruit and sweet, soft tannins. The flavors of raspberries, cherries, cocoa and sweet oak are incredibly delicious. It's soft enough to drink now, but will hold for 6–8 years.",Materium,150,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Maybach 2010 Materium Red (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maybach-2010-materium-red-napa-oakville/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Maybach 12.5,Red,France,"A full, rich and rounded wine that brings out the concentration from the low yielding old vines. It has rich black cherry and spice flavors that go with the delicious acidity and solid structure. This could be a wine to age, but it's so good now. If you want, drink until 2018.",Vignes de 1939,35,92,Beaujolais,Chénas,,Pascal Aufranc 2012 Vignes de 1939 (Chénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-aufranc-2012-vignes-1939-gamay-chenas/,Gamay,2012,Pascal Aufranc 14.5,White,US,"Even though this Chardonnay has rich, ripe flavors of tropical fruit, peaches, apples and honey, it possesses an austere elegance by virtue of dryness, minerality and acidity. The blocks from which the grapes were grown are part of Stonestreet's holdings in the mountains overlooking Alexander Valley. This is a fine wine, intricate and powerful. Drink now–2015.",Broken Road,40,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2011 Broken Road Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2011-broken-road-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Stonestreet 14.5,Red,Spain,"This firm but approachable Toro opens with rich, raisiny aromas that include integrated oak and cassis. There's some scratch and tannic bite to the palate, but not enough to make this too harsh. Flavors of loamy, rooty black fruits, chocolate and coffee finish long. Drink through 2017.",Crianza,16,91,Northern Spain,Toro,,Muruve 2010 Crianza (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muruve-2010-crianza-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2010,Muruve 13.6,White,US,"Few California Chardonnays are ageable, but this is one you might want to stick in the cellar for a few years to let the parts knit together. Right now, it's prominent in oak, acidity, yeasty lees and tropical fruits. This wine will show better balance by 2015.",Heintz,50,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Landmark 2011 Heintz Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-2011-heintz-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Landmark 15,Red,Spain,"This potent Petit Verdot will test your tolerance for tannins and raw power. After a bouquet of gritty berry aromas, tobacco, moss and graphite, you come to punishing tannins and huge flavors of blackberry and dark chocolate. Nothing really subsides on the finish, which is peppery and hard as rocks. This can age another 5–10 years, or drink now with something like steak or braised short ribs.",Single Vineyard Estate Bottled,40,91,Central Spain,Dominio de Valdepusa,,Marques de Griñon 2007 Single Vineyard Estate Bottled Petit Verdot (Dominio de Valdepusa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-2007-single-vineyard-estate-bottled-petit-verdot-dominio-valdepusa/,Petit Verdot,2007,Marques de Griñon 16.1,Red,Argentina,"This heavy, baked Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon blend carries all the fingerprints of winemaker Michel Rolland, a partner from the start in this high-end Salta project. Aromas of raisin and leather are rustic and rich. Flavors of mocha, molasses, cassis and chocolate finish with a syrupy feel. Drink sooner rather than later.",,30,91,Other,Cafayate,,San Pedro de Yacochuya 2009 Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-yacochuya-2009-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-cafayate/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,San Pedro de Yacochuya 14.1,Red,US,"This is a fine Pinot Noir. It's dry and silky, with robust cherry, pomegranate, rhubarb and mushroom flavors wrapped into firm tannins. It shows all the hallmarks of a fine coastal Pinot. Drink over the next few years.",Element 119,40,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Orfila 2012 Element 119 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-2012-element-119-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,Orfila 14.6,Red,US,"In this new vintage the principal vineyard source is Boushey, with Stillwater filling in the last third of the blend. Ripe, meaty and dense with a concentrated mix of blue and black fruits, this fills out with dark flavors of espresso, cocoa, smoke, licorice and tar. The balance is maintained through a lingering, baking-spice finish.",,38,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2011 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2011-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2011,JM Cellars 15,Red,US,"Density is a hallmark of all the Silverback reds, and this is the biggest of them all. It's packed tight and almost impenetrable until it's had several hours of breathing time. A mouthful of black fruits is set amidst a sea of darker flavors: tar, smoke, charcoal, graphite, cacao, licorice and espresso grounds. Put this one aside for up to a decade.",Reserve,240,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Silverback 2011 Reserve Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverback-2011-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2011,Silverback 13.5,Red,US,"Dry, soft and dull, this Merlot has simple flavors of mushrooms and cherries.",Reserve,14,82,California,California Other,California,Red Rock 2011 Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-rock-2011-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,2011,Red Rock ,Red,France,"Very toasty aromas materialize into a wine that has way too much wood aging. There is no sign of fruit here, only wood plank flavors.",,,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Beaulieu Comtes de Tastes 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaulieu-comtes-tastes-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Beaulieu Comtes de Tastes 13.5,Red,Spain,"Jumpy aromas suggest wet animal fur. In the mouth, there's not a lot of structure or body; flavors of buttery oak and candied berry lack continuity.",Roble,7,83,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Príncipe de Viana 2011 Roble Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-viana-2011-roble-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2011,Príncipe de Viana 13.9,Red,US,"This is a pretty simple Petite Sirah, with rich, soft flavors of raspberry and cherry sour candy. But it has lovely tannins. Cook up a great cheeseburger and enjoy.",Seven Sinners The Ransom,16,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nine North Wine Company 2012 Seven Sinners The Ransom Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nine-north-wine-company-2012-seven-sinners-ransom-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2012,Nine North Wine Company 13.5,White,Argentina,"Walnut oil and grit on the nose are not exactly welcoming aromas. This feels oily, while the palate delivers little more than a quick hit of tropical fruit flavors followed by a nutty, bitter finish.",Hand Harvested,15,83,Other,Salta,,Ascencion 2012 Hand Harvested Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ascencion-2012-hand-harvested-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2012,Ascencion 11.5,White,Italy,"This wine opens with tertiary aromas of damp earth and mineral, along with notes of brown-banana peel and beeswax. The palate shows a loss of fruit richness and oxidation.",VINOSO VIni NO SOlfiti,20,83,Central Italy,Orvieto Classico,,Barberani 2012 VINOSO VIni NO SOlfiti (Orvieto Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barberani-2012-vinoso-vini-no-solfiti-white-orvieto-classico/,White Blend,2012,Barberani 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"This late harvest dessert wine from Sardinia is made with native grape Nasco and a small amount of Malvasia di Cagliari. It has intense aromas of tangerine, honey and spice that carry over to the palate along with hazelnut. Velvety smooth yet fresh, it makes a perfect after dinner drink, or pair it with aged cheeses or fruit tarts.",Angialis,55,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Argiolas 2010 Angialis Nasco (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiolas-2010-angialis-italian-white-nasco-isola-nuraghi/,Nasco,2010,Argiolas 13.7,Red,US,"Sourced from Stillwater Creek, Copeland and Dineen vineyards, this Bordeaux-style blend is roughly half Merlot, one quarter Cabernet Franc, and the rest a mix of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. Plum and black cherry fruit flavors are set in a mocha-and-dark-chocolate frame. Smooth and well-defined, it finishes with bourbon barrel highlights.",La Soeur,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ancestry 2011 La Soeur Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancestry-2011-soeur-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Ancestry 14,Red,Chile,"This is a new high-end Chilean project from Ventisquero winemaker Felipe Tosso and the Australian consultant John Duval. It's earthy, slightly minty and herbal on the nose, with tobacco and vanilla notes. The palate is fresh and a bit racy, with cassis, herbal plum, raspberry and chocolaty flavors. A moderately tannic finish with saucy/savory flavors is the final blast. Drink through 2020.",,75,90,Maipo Valley,,,Enclave 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enclave-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Enclave 13.5,Red,Spain,"Raspberry and plum aromas are fresh with a hint of sharpness. This defines zesty and crisp; the acidity level is high, which is common for 2008s, but there's enough body and power to support red-berry and vanilla flavors. A cleansing, fresh finish closes things out.",Coto de Imaz Reserva,24,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2008 Coto de Imaz Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2008-imaz-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,El Coto 14.5,Red,France,"Full bodied and richly textured, this wine stood out in a flight of southern Rhônes for its obvious oak. It's a toasty, cedary, vanilla-laden wine, but with enough fruit weight to support the wood. Drink it now if you like that style, or give it a few years' in the cellar and see if the fruit emerges over time.",Les Christins,32,90,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Famille Perrin 2011 Les Christins Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/famille-perrin-2011-christins-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Famille Perrin 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Obra Prima is a perennially excellent wine that satisfies more than it overwhelms. This vintage is woody on the nose, with blackberry, moss and an herbal. The mouthfeel is deep and plump but not soft, while toasty blackberry flavors control the palate and finish with herbal, baked notes.",Obra Prima Reserva,21,90,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Familia Cassone 2010 Obra Prima Reserva Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-cassone-2010-obra-prima-reserva-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2010,Familia Cassone 12.5,White,France,"The original Dagueneau domaine, Berthiers has produced a rich, warm wine, full in style, layering its crisp lemon acidity with ripe pear flavors. As often with Pouilly Fumé, it's a wine that needs aging, so drink from 2014.",Saint-Andelain,24,90,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Domaine des Berthiers 2012 Saint-Andelain (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-berthiers-2012-saint-andelain-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Domaine des Berthiers 14.5,Red,France,"This complex, spicy-herbal wine is also well-fruited, with a core of ripe black cherries. Anise and thyme notes mingle easily on the nose, while the medium-bodied palate eases into a long, supple finish. Drink now and over the next few years.",Les Perrottes,30,90,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Domaine de Poulvarel 2009 Les Perrottes Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-poulvarel-2009-perrottes-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de Poulvarel 14.5,Rose,France,"A fine example of what Tavel can be, this is a full-bodied, luscious rosé with a bit of sturdiness to its structure. Cherry and peach notes fade into hints of fresh herb and cocoa on the long, harmonious finish. Drink now and through the summer of 2014.",,20,90,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Château de Ségriès 2012 Tavel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-segries-2012-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2012,Château de Ségriès 15,Red,France,"This is a complex, spicy example of Gigondas, boasting hints of hickory smoke, peppery clove, sweaty leather and plummy fruit. It's full bodied and slightly creamy in texture, with a long, mouthwatering finish. If you can tolerate an ample dose of horse sweat, you may find this rating conservative.",Prestige des Hautes Garrigues,79,90,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine Santa Duc 2011 Prestige des Hautes Garrigues (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-santa-duc-2011-prestige-hautes-garrigues-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Domaine Santa Duc 14.5,Red,US,"This vineyard-designated Merlot includes 14% Cabernet Sauvignon. This vintage, Syrah is eliminated and alcohol is lowered—a welcome shift. Rich and loaded with black fruits, it carries interesting accents of caramel popcorn, yielding a delicious, tongue-coating wine with a silky-smooth mouthfeel. It has good length, and the possibility of aging for another five or six years.",Cold Creek Vineyard,26,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2010 Cold Creek Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2010-cold-creek-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,White,US,"This wine is complex and delicious. The vineyard, midway between the warmer Santa Ynez Valley and cooler Santa Rita Hills, is rich in tangerines, lemons and tropical fruits, with brisk acidity and lots of new French oak. It's ripe and full-bodied, suggesting pairing with veal.",Los Alamos Vineyard,25,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Au Bon Climat 2011 Los Alamos Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2011-los-alamos-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Au Bon Climat 14.4,Red,US,"A new cuvée for the winery, The Conjurer is 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot and 13% Cabernet Franc, sourced from Blackrock Vineyard (adjacent to Red Mountain) and Blue Mountain Vineyard in Walla Walla. Bright and juicy, it's packed with raspberry and blueberry fruit, balanced against lightly-applied savory highlights. Lovely mouthfeel and generous length make this a wine that's hard to put down.",The Conjurer,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sleight of Hand 2011 The Conjurer Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sleight-hand-2011-conjurer-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Sleight of Hand 13.9,Red,US,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (43%), Merlot (31%), Petit Verdot (12%), Cabernet Franc (9%) and Malbec was assembled after just a little more than a year in barrel and then aged for an additional year in 500-liter French oak puncheons. It's 85% free-run juice and locked up with notes of graphite, dark chocolate, cassis and wood. The flavors are elegant, tart and tightly coiled, surrounded by chewy tannins that still need some time in the bottle to be tamed.",Référence Wallula Vineyard,105,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Silverback 2010 Référence Wallula Vineyard Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverback-2010-reference-wallula-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Silverback 12.5,Red,US,"This is a completely unique wine for the state, one that calls out more to the Loire Valley than to Rattlesnake Hills. Coming in at a cool 12.5% alcohol—in a vintage known for average temperatures—it brings detailed notes of flowers, cigar box, raspberry and moist earth. With nine months of neutral French-oak aging, there's barely a trace of oak influence. It's lighter in style but still brings good depth with a long, flavorful finish. As far from a cocktail wine as you can get; serve this one at the dinner table.",Copeland Vineyard,22,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Savage Grace 2012 Copeland Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savage-grace-2012-copeland-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Cabernet Franc,2012,Savage Grace 14.6,Red,US,"This wine, from one of the coolest parts of the Russian River Valley, has hints of the mushroomy earthiness that plagues some 2011 Pinot Noirs. But for whatever reason (good viticulture and careful sorting are likely), that slight unripeness remains only in the background as a complex counter to the tart cranberries, cherries and cola. The wine is marked by dryness and bright acidity. Surely it wants some time in the bottle. Drink after 2017.",Graham Family Vineyard,60,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Testarossa 2011 Graham Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-graham-family-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Testarossa 14.7,Red,US,"Subtle yet decadent aromas of wild berry cobbler, dried flower, chocolate and smoked meat comprise the nose of this Bordeaux-style red blend. Medium to full bodied, this bears firm yet finessed tannins and composed acids. Added notes of leather and spice unfold on the lingering finish.",Lost Mountain,88,91,Virginia,Virginia,,RdV 2010 Lost Mountain Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rdv-2010-lost-mountain-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,RdV 13,White,Australia,"The darkening color and honeyed, butterscotch-like aromas suggest a wine that is entering decline. There's still enough peach and mango fruit to give it some interest, but drink up.",,9,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Gumdale 2010 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gumdale-2010-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2010,Gumdale ,White,France,"A fruity, open wine, this has bright acidity, crisp green fruits, a touch of lemon and a light texture. Ready to drink.",,,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Jean Médeville et Fils 2012 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-medeville-fils-2012-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Jean Médeville et Fils 14.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy compost aromas come with a whiff of coffee grinds. In the mouth, this is on the heavy side, while gritty flavors of roasted, stalky berry fruits and pepper finish juicy, with a syrupy feel.",,13,83,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Ribota 2010 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ribota-2010-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2010,Ribota 13.2,White,US,"Good for simple everyday drinking, this wine is slightly sweet but crisp with delicate citrus, peach, vanilla and honey flavors.",,14,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,The Loyal Companion 2012 Pinot Grigio (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loyal-companion-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2012,The Loyal Companion 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Candied, flat aromas of cherry and red licorice announce a chunky palate, with sweet plum, raspberry and brown sugar flavors. Drink now.",Garnacha,10,83,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Cruz de Piedra 2012 Garnacha Rosado (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-piedra-2012-garnacha-rose-rosado-calatayud/,Rosado,2012,Cruz de Piedra 13.5,Red,Spain,"Stalky aromas of compost-laden berry fruits lack clarity and freshness. This feels chunky on the palate, with herbal, salty flavors of earthy berry fruits.",Viñas Viejas,13,83,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Zorzal 2011 Viñas Viejas Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zorzal-2011-vinas-viejas-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2011,Zorzal 14.4,White,US,"There's a hit of green gooseberry flavor in this dry, tart Sauvignon Blanc. It has enough citus and tropical fruit ripeness to make it tasty, but it's still a bit green and unripe on the palate.",,25,83,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Asuncion Ridge 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/asuncion-ridge-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Asuncion Ridge ,Red,France,"This is a concentrated, extracted wine that's firm and hard-edged. It has some bitterness while the fruit is missing.",,,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Argadens 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-argadens-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Argadens ,Red,France,"Bitter extraction hinders this wine. It does have some attractive fruitiness in the background, but it's lost amidst all the toughness. The rigid edge will soften, although the wine's fruitiness may well never materialize.",Cuvée Prestige,10,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Seguin 2011 Cuvée Prestige (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-seguin-2011-cuvee-prestige-bordeaux-superieur-184276/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de Seguin ,Red,France,"This wine is too toasty for its own good. It has dark tannins, high spice and bitter toastiness. There is a soapy aftertaste that only just hints at fruit.",Prince Noir,14,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Camarsac 2011 Prince Noir (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-camarsac-2011-prince-noir-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de Camarsac 14.2,Red,US,"While this Tempranillo is straightforward in style, it does have some good cherry, herb tea and cola flavors. It's rich and soft, but has a pleasant burst of acidity.",,15,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Casa de Arcilla 2010 Tempranillo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-arcilla-2010-tempranillo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tempranillo,2010,Casa de Arcilla ,Red,Argentina,"Wayward, funky aromas of wet dog and candied fruits don't provide much elegance to the bouquet. This also feels somewhat bland and dilute, which is unusual for Argentina. Herbal, minty flavors of cherry and plum finish peppery, green and raw in feel.",Reserva,11,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Flichman 2012 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-flichman-2012-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Finca Flichman 14.2,Red,Argentina,"Rubbery red-berry aromas are basic at best. This is choppy and acidic in feel, so no surprise that plum and cherry flavors lean toward sour. This is fruity and driven, but rough and fiery.",Giovanni Vincenzo,14,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pannunzio 2011 Giovanni Vincenzo Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pannunzio-2011-giovanni-vincenzo-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Pannunzio 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Earthy and stalky on the nose, this wine struggles to come up with the goods. It's sappy and citric in feel, with burnt, stalky flavors of herbal raspberry. A tart tasting, oaky finish does little to help this along.",Cumbres del Plata Reserva de Familia Oak,13,83,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Palo Alto 2011 Cumbres del Plata Reserva de Familia Oak Malbec (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palo-alto-2011-cumbres-plata-reserva-familia-oak-malbec-maipu/,Malbec,2011,Palo Alto 13.8,Red,US,"There are seven grape varieties in this blend, including Syrah and Merlot. It's pretty rustic with tart cranberry, mulberry and spice flavors. Drink up.",Rich Red Winemaker's Blend,15,82,California,California Other,California,Seven Daughters NV Rich Red Winemaker's Blend Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-daughters-nv-rich-red-winemakers-blend-other/,Red Blend,,Seven Daughters 13,White,Austria,"This is a wood-aged wine that suggests the argument that Grüner and wood do not always go together. The wine tastes oxidized, lacks fruit, and is weirdly off key.",Sohm & Kracher,,82,Niederösterreich,,,Kracher 2011 Sohm & Kracher Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2011-sohm-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Kracher 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Rusty orange in color, aromas of grass and tomato suggest underripe fruit, while the mouthfeel is foamy and the flavors of fruit and mushroom are muted.",Trepat Rosado Brut,20,82,Catalonia,Cava,,Mont Marçal 2010 Trepat Rosado Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-marcal-2010-trepat-rosado-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2010,Mont Marçal 13.9,Red,US,"This Merlot is heavy, soft and ripe with candied cherry and chocolate flavors sprinkled with cinnamon and nutmeg.",Lot 6,11,82,California,California Other,California,Grayson 2012 Lot 6 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2012-lot-6-merlot-other/,Merlot,2012,Grayson ,White,France,This is a very feline wine with tight citrus and gooseberry fruits that are almost too intense for its own good.,,,82,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château des Gravières 2012 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gravieres-2012-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château des Gravières 14.5,Rose,Spain,"In the mouth, this feels chunky, with sugary red-berry flavors coming in front of a sticky finish. The grape variety is the obscure Prieto Picudo.",Tombú Prieto Picudo,18,82,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Dominio Dostares 2012 Tombú Prieto Picudo Rosé (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-dostares-2012-tombu-prieto-picudo-rose-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Rosé,2012,Dominio Dostares 14,Red,Spain,"A rusty color is a give-away that this Garnacha isn't in the best shape. The nose smells of cotton candy and Kool-Aid. The feel is flat, grabby and tannic, while the flavors are scattershot, with brown sugar notes and dry leafiness on the finish.",Gn,21,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Casa Primicia 2008 Gn (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-primicia-2008-gn-grenache-garnacha-rioja/,Garnacha,2008,Casa Primicia 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Stalky, earthy berry aromas are O.K. but lack freshness. This feels more flabby and heavy than vital, with stalky flavors of turned earth and stewed plum. A muddled finish is pretty much as expected given what's come before.",,13,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tierra Brisa 2012 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tierra-brisa-2012-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2012,Tierra Brisa 12.5,Rose,Spain,"Modest cherry and plum aromas are weighty. This is holding onto its freshness, with flavors of citrus pulp and peel. Drink up now.",Tempranillo,10,83,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Peñascal 2012 Tempranillo Rosé (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penascal-2012-tempranillo-rose-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Rosé,2012,Peñascal 13.9,Red,US,"With sweet-and-sour cherry and blackberry flavors, this Cabernet tastes a bit like menthol cherry candy. It's a straightforward wine, but good for burgers and everyday fare.",,25,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Courtney Benham 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley-182998/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Courtney Benham ,Red,France,"This wine seems rather unfocused with indistinct tannins and fruit. There is a soapy texture, and the red berry fruits seem awash with acidity.",,15,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Bernés 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bernes-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Bernés ,Red,France,"There is way too much acidity here, and it's exagerrated by the wine's soft, unfocused texture. Notes of bitter toast and dark tannins are rather unbalanced.",,20,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Ballan-Larquette 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ballan-larquette-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Ballan-Larquette ,Red,France,"Juicy and fruity, this wine has strong layers of acidity and extracted tannins. It has a hard, austere character that doesn't promise for the future.",,16,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château du Lort 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lort-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château du Lort ,Red,France,"Dry, firmly structured and tough, this is an austere wine that doesn't hold out much hope for improvement. Drink it soon with rich food to balance out its dense tannins and wood flavors.",,15,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château du Cros 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cros-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château du Cros 13.5,Rose,US,"Coming from the cool 2011 vintage, this 100% varietal wine doesn't seem entirely ripe with notes of green herbs, poblano and red fruit. It's tart and plump in feel with chalky tannins.",Estate Grown,28,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2011 Estate Grown Merlot (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2011-estate-grown-merlot-southern-rogue-valley/,Merlot,2011,Del Rio 13.5,Red,US,"The quality is fair for the price on this soft, one-dimensional wine. It has straightforward flavors of sour cherry candy and cranberry sauce.",,11,83,California,California Other,California,Guenoc 2012 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2012-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2012,Guenoc 14.5,Red,US,"This basic, oaky red wine tastes overripe and raisinated with notes of bitterness.",Lappa's,40,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Heibel Ranch 2010 Lappa's Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heibel-ranch-2010-lappas-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Heibel Ranch 13,Red,US,"The quality at this winery seems to have slipped down a few gears in 2012. This earthy, funky effort has a whiff of the barnyard about it, and a touch of volatility also.",,17,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2012 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2012-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,Château Bianca 14.8,Red,US,"This wine is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and was aged in French oak. It's full bodied, with blackberry jam, black currant, dark chocolate and toasty oak flavors. The tannin-acid balance is as fine as Napa gets. Delicious now, but give it at least six years to achieve even more complexity.",Vintage VIII,100,95,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Lamborn Family Vineyards 2010 Vintage VIII Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamborn-family-2010-vintage-viii-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Lamborn Family Vineyards 14.3,Red,US,"Showing precision craftsmanship, this wine hails from a tiny vineyard on Napa's famed Diamond Mountain. Only 225 cases were produced, but it's worth a search if you're looking for classic mountain Cabernet capable of extended aging. The wine has a linearity that defines elegance, yet is rich in blackberries and cassis, with oak nuances. Containing small quantities of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot for complexity, it will reward aging until at least 2018, and should be going strong in 2030.",Dyer Vineyard,80,96,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Dyer 2010 Dyer Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dyer-2010-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Dyer 13.5,Red,US,"This Pinot Noir is insanely delicious. The wine is dry, tart and moderate in alcohol, giving it the smooth silkiness you want in a fine Pinot. The flavors are something else, striking the perfect balance between ripe raspberries, earthy cola, red licorice and mushrooms, with all kinds of spicy complexities. The acid-tannin balance is impeccable. It's drinking beautifully now and should hold and change in the bottle over the next eight years.",Historic Vineyards Collection Bien Nacido Vineyard,40,96,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Au Bon Climat 2010 Historic Vineyards Collection Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2010-historic-collection-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Au Bon Climat 13.5,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon was aged for 26 months in 50% new French oak. The mouthfeel is soft and luxurious. This wine was bottled only in magnums, and it's gorgeous and delicious, with classic blackberry, cherry, currant and dark chocolate flavors. Despite its full body, the wine has an elegant silkiness that's light and feathery. This is clearly the greatest Cabernet Clos du Val has ever produced. Drink now–2026.",JG's Joie du Vin,400,96,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Clos du Val 2009 JG's Joie du Vin Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2009-jgs-joie-vin-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Clos du Val 14.7,Red,US,"Iron and smoke accents wrap around densely-layered fruits with excellent concentration. It's gorgeous, deep and textured, with the focus on a rich raspberry and cherry core inside the frame of umami, leaf and seaweed.",En Chamberlin Vineyard,80,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2010 En Chamberlin Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2010-en-chamberlin-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2010,Cayuse 13.5,Sparkling,US,"A stunning wine, exactly 50-50 Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. This vintage was a successful one for Iron Horse, proven again with their release of this LD, after aging on the lees for nine years. The mouthfeel is soft and creamy, with a refined mousse. The flavors of raspberry and lime are beginning to dry out but are still rich and savory. These late-disgorged wines are not meant for further aging, so drink up.",Brut LD,89,96,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2004 Brut LD Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2004-brut-ld-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Iron Horse 14.7,Red,US,"This is the finest Cabernet yet from Corliss, a fully-realized wine with power and finesse. From opening scents of figs, berries and roasted coffee, on into a compact, potent midpalate that still seems quite young and fresh, this wine keeps adding layer upon layer as it breathes. Concentrated and perfectly balanced, it will age beautifully for another 15–20 years.",,75,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Corliss Estates 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corliss-estates-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Corliss Estates 14.5,Red,US,"This is, as always, a gorgeous wine, rich, balanced and delicious. It shows classic Napa Valley ripeness, with blackberry jam, plum, dark chocolate and sweet oak flavors. Plush and velvety doesn't begin to do it justice. Despite its fabulous lushness, this is a wine to age. Depending on your taste, it will provide excellence from now until 2030.",Insignia Estate Grown,225,97,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 2010 Insignia Estate Grown Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2010-insignia-estate-grown-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Joseph Phelps 14.8,Red,US,"As usual, the Cailloux is co-fermented with Viognier. The oldest of the Cayuse vineyards, it's really coming into maturity, delivering a tour de force performance in this new vintage. Aromatically explosive, it opens with floral and citrus—notably orange peel—then fills out with a lush palate bursting with cherry fruit, and the winery's characteristic, savory, umami flavors. The finish seems unending.",Cailloux Vineyard,85,97,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2010 Cailloux Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2010-cailloux-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2010,Cayuse 14.6,Red,US,"The most round, smooth and full in terms of mouthfeel of all the Cayuse Syrahs, this is excellent in every way. Dark and meaty, it's tightly wound and dense with black and roasted fruits, smoke, carpaccio and cacao. The Armada Syrah offers outstanding length, depth and complexity.",Armada Vineyard,90,97,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2010 Armada Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2010-armada-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2010,Cayuse 15.5,Red,US,"This is clearly one of the greatest Shafer Hillside Selects ever. It shows incredibly concentrated blackberry, dark chocolate and ripe cassis flavors, wrapped into impeccably rich tannins. Made from 100% Cabernet, it's a superb example of Hillside. Tasted from the same bottle a day later, the wine was even richer and more satisfying, which is a solid indicator of ageworthiness. Drink now–2028.",Hillside Select,240,97,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Shafer 2009 Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2009-hillside-select-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Shafer 14.2,Red,US,"Viader has a long history of producing great Bordeaux-style blends grown at a high elevation on Howell Mountain. This 2010 is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, with almost the same percentages as the superb 2009 bottling. The wine is rich, dry and complex. It shows a fantastic array of blackberries, dates and dark chocolate, with fascinating notes of lavender and dill. The tannins are gorgeous, the acidity fine, and the application of oak is deft. It's hard to describe just how good this wine feels in the mouth. Drink now, after decanting, or within the next 20 years.",,200,97,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Viader 2010 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viader-2010-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Viader 12,Sparkling,US,"This is an exquisite sparkling wine made from 52% Chardonnay and 48% Pinot Noir, concocted into a special blend and aged for almost six years in oak cask. After disgorgement it was given another five months to sit in bottle before release. It has such freshness on the palate, such enviable acidity, that it's hard to believe the grapes were picked so long ago. Crisp apple dominates, with just a trace of yeastiness on the nose and palate. This is a delicious wine.",L'Ermitage Brut,47,97,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate 2004 L'Ermitage Brut Sparkling (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-2004-lermitage-brut-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Roederer Estate 14.8,Red,US,"The purity and potent, almost mystical aromas of the En Cerise Syrah conjure up flying carpet visions of purple and black fruits. The enticing aromatics have a citrusy lift, with orange peel and incense, like drinking a Persian rug. Amazingly complex, seamless, dense, and elegant, it's a wine that never stops, as new flavors keep emerging the longer it breathes.",En Cerise Vineyard,80,98,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2010 En Cerise Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2010-en-cerise-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2010,Cayuse ,White,Spain,"This is dark in color, with apple cider aromas. The flavors are bland and nutty more than fruity, and the finish is the same.",Valdemoreda Blanco,8,80,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas del Mundo 2012 Valdemoreda Blanco Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-mundo-2012-valdemoreda-blanco-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2012,Bodegas del Mundo 14.5,Red,Spain,"Raisin aromas are overriding on the nose, with similarly heavy, baked flavors on the flat palate.",Blau,12,80,Catalonia,Montsant,,Can Blau 2011 Blau Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/can-blau-2011-blau-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2011,Can Blau 14.5,White,US,There's no oak in this Sauvignon Blanc. It's bone dry and shows crisp acidity. The citrus and gooseberry flavors are green with whiffs of ammonia.,Estate Grown,22,80,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Star Lane Vineyard 2012 Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/star-lane-vineyard-2012-estate-grown-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Star Lane Vineyard 13.8,Red,US,"This is a simple wine with flavors of red currants tinged with asparagus, white sugar and oak.",,15,80,California,California Other,California,Seven Daughters NV Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-daughters-nv-merlot-other/,Merlot,,Seven Daughters 15.5,Red,US,"This Zin is actually a field blend including Petite Sirah, Alicante and Carignane. It's sweet with raspberry jam notes, but also a bit vegetal with flavors of asparagus.",Estate Vineyard,44,81,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Beltane Ranch 2012 Estate Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beltane-ranch-2012-estate-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2012,Beltane Ranch 13,Red,France,"Green peppercorn notes mark the nose of this spice-driven wine. There's enough cherry fruit to see it through, but the real appeal is in the complexity of the herb and spice aromas and flavors. Then again, the elegant texture is also compelling, slipping away like a wisp of silk or final sip of fine tea. Drink now–2022.",Les Archevêques,120,93,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Les Vins de Vienne 2010 Les Archevêques (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-vienne-2010-archeveques-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,2010,Les Vins de Vienne 13,Red,France,"It hurts to say this, but $78 qualifies as a decent value in Côte Rôtie these days. This is delicately floral on the nose, while vibrant raspberry fruit carries through on the palate. A hint of creaminess marks the texture, turning to fine silk on the finish. Drink now–2023.",,78,93,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Maison Nicolas Perrin 2010 Côte Rôtie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-nicolas-perrin-2010-red-cote-rotie/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Maison Nicolas Perrin 14.7,Red,Argentina,"Until this four-man group effort produces something that's less than outstanding, LTU will rank as a go-to producer of excellent full-bodied Malbec. This vintage is ripe on the nose, then saturated yet proportionally balanced on the palate. Plum, wild berry, roasted notes, licorice and herbal flavors finish big and ready. This doesn't need much time in bottle; drink now through 2016.",,65,93,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,LTU 2009 Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ltu-2009-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2009,LTU 14.5,White,US,"Always a compelling wine, the 2011 Upper Barn shows the estate's classic acidity and minerality that give it such linear elegance. There is, however, nothing shy about the flavors, which are an explosion of oranges, peaches, limes, honey and new oak. This wine is not for aging, so drink now through 2015.",Upper Barn,75,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2011 Upper Barn Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2011-upper-barn-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Stonestreet ,White,US,"Few Chardonnays in California exhibit this fruit power. It's explosive in apricots, oranges, mangoes, lime and Meyer lemons, all enriched with sweet, toasty oak. With brisk acidity, it's a balanced wine, but too massive to appreciate now. Drink in 2–3 years.",Edward James Estate,75,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paul Hobbs 2011 Edward James Estate Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-hobbs-2011-edward-james-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Paul Hobbs ,Red,US,"First you feel the velvety softness of this Cab. Then the flavors arrive, explosive in blackberries, cherries and currants, green olives, sage, cocoa and oak. Immediately the tannins close in, astringent, dry, hard. The bottom line is an extraordinary wine but one that's not drinkable now. Hold until 2018.",Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard,175,93,California,Napa,St. Helena,Paul Hobbs 2010 Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-hobbs-2010-beckstoffer-las-piedras-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Paul Hobbs 13.5,White,US,"The mystery of how to make a Chardonnay, is solved with this wine; fruity, rich and creamy, yet one that finishes so dry and crisp in acidity. Who else holds back a Chardonnay five years except Jim Clendenen? Low in alcohol and balanced despite being aged in 100% new French oak, it's just now beginning a long journey of excellence. It has a soft, lilting mouthfeel and incredible complexity that will only improve with time.",Le Bon Climat,50,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Clendenen 2008 Le Bon Climat Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clendenen-2008-le-bon-climat-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Clendenen 13.5,Red,Spain,"Brandied berry, coconut and marzipan aromas are ripe and heady for CVNE, but super inviting. In the mouth, this is structured and firm, with plenty of acidic cut and snap. Coconut and balsamic berry are the lead flavors, while the finish is herbal and shows a pinch of saltiness along with a dry feel. Drink through 2025.",Viña Real Gran Reserva,59,93,Northern Spain,Rioja,,CVNE 2006 Viña Real Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cvne-2006-vina-real-gran-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,CVNE 14.4,Red,US,"This single-vineyard wine feels light and silky in the mouth, like the passing of a cloud. Yet incredibly ripe cherry, raspberry, strawberry and cola flavors give it weight and importance, making it sweetly delicious. Brilliant acidity provides balance, suggesting pairing it with barbecued steak. But there's also as guarantee foraging as you can get in a California Pinot Noir. Should still be gathering steam in 2023.",Pisoni Vineyard,67,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2011 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Testarossa 14.9,Red,US,"This Cab shows its high mountain origins in the incredibly concentrated fruit. It's positively laser-like in the intensity of blackberries and cassis. The tannins are also strong and impeccable, and there's lots of new oak that shows up in the form of cigar box and sweet toast. Dramatic and ageworthy, this wine will develop bottle complexities over the next 10 years, maybe far longer.",Yverdon Vineyard,75,94,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Terra Valentine 2010 Yverdon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-2010-yverdon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Terra Valentine 14.5,White,US,"This is an unusual block bottling from the estate vineyard, high above Sonoma Valley. It's especially rich in pears as well as mango and lime. New French oak is present, in the form of buttered toast. Great for drinking now and will be brilliant with complex shellfish dishes.",de Brye Vineyard,78,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 2011 de Brye Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-2011-brye-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Hanzell 13.5,Red,US,"The California appellation is because this Pinot is a blend of vineyards from Anderson Valley, Russian River Valley and the Central Coast. Few vintners dare to take such an approach, especially with so expensive a wine, but Jim Clendenen succeeds wildly. The wine is bone dry, low in alcohol and tart in acidity, with crazily complex flavors of cherries, cranberries, pomegranates, cola, orange peel and spices. The balance is great, and testifies to a mastery of the art of blending.",Isabelle,50,94,California,California Other,California,Au Bon Climat 2010 Isabelle Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2010-isabelle-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Au Bon Climat 14.9,Red,US,"What a fine Syrah this is. It's the color of midnight on a moonless night, with just a hint of ruby purple at the rim. The aromatics are closed, but provide tantalizing hints of cedar, jam and pepper. It's in the mouth that this young wine shows its stuff, erupting with sweet chocolate, intensely ripe blackberries and savory smoked meat. The tannins close in on the finish, suggesting that the wine needs time. Don't even think of popping the cork before 2016.",Estate Grown,42,94,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2010 Estate Grown Syrah (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2010-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-oakville/,Syrah,2010,Turnbull 14.3,Red,US,"If the first duty of a wine is to offer pleasure, then this wildly succeeds. It shows the power of great Santa Rita Pinot, with superb balancing elegance. As sweet as the raspberries and licorice seem, the wine finishes dry and crisp in acidity, and even with some bracing tannins. Beautiful now, it will continue to evolve for 10 years.",La Encantada Vineyard,60,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Testarossa 2011 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-encantada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Testarossa 13.5,Red,US,"The interesting thing about this vineyard-designated Pinot Noir is that despite its immediate lusciousness, it also has the complexity to age—not a common combination. It's extraordinarily rich in strawberries, raspberries and pomegranate. Beyond the fruit is an earthiness that suggests mushrooms. The alcohol is refreshingly moderate, the acidity pinpoint perfect. The 2011 vintage is proving to be a great one for Dutton-Goldfield. Drink this wine now through 2023.",Fox Den Vineyard,58,94,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2011 Fox Den Vineyard Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2011-fox-den-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Dutton-Goldfield 13.6,White,US,"This vintage marks a welcome return of Viognier to the otherwise all-red Cayuse portfolio. It's an immaculate, elegant, complex wine, redolent of wet stone, dried herbs (thyme, rosemary), jicama, cucumber, lime, grapefruit, melon and more. It is clear and clean, precise and focused. It does not push the ripeness, or overshoot the cool vintage, and never sacrifices complexity. Fermented and aged in a concrete egg, it's seen no oak at all.",Cailloux Vineyard,65,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2011 Cailloux Vineyard Viognier (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2011-cailloux-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Viognier,2011,Cayuse 14.4,Red,US,"Intensely fruity on the nose, with spicy flavors that follow and expand across the palate. This has excellent grip and depth, along with balancing acidity and structure. Plum, kirsch and concentrated cherry flavors pop out. It's a wine of refined power.",Armada Vineyard God Only Knows,90,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2010 Armada Vineyard God Only Knows Grenache (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2010-armada-vineyard-god-only-knows-grenache-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Grenache,2010,Cayuse 14.5,Red,US,"This is certainly one of Testarossa's best 2011 Pinot Noirs. The winery purchases most of its fruit, but in this case, the vineyard is co-owned by Testarossa, and winemaker Bill Brosseau had complete control in the vineyard. The wine is gorgeous, complex and ageable. Beyond the exquisite raspberry and blueberry fruit is a mineral-derived savoriness that makes it firm in the mouth. Gorgeous now, this single-vineyard wine should age well for at least 12 years.",Dos Rubios Vineyard,60,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2011 Dos Rubios Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-rubios-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Testarossa 13.5,Dessert,US,"Dark gold, almost chartreuse, this blend of Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc has cider-like aromas at first and a slight effervescence. Balanced, it's interesting, a heady taste of apple and pear and almond that finishes clear and tight. It's a fine choice for fall and wintertime desserts but also as an apéritif.",Botricelli,40,91,California,California Other,California,Miraflores 2010 Botricelli Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miraflores-2010-botricelli-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Miraflores 12.5,Red,France,"This is a rich wine with the wood aging giving extra complexity and structure. It has cherry, plum and spice flavors, a dark sense that comes from the texture and the minerality. Drink this solid wine from 2014.",Côte du Py,25,91,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Domaine de la Bonne Tonne 2011 Côte du Py (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bonne-tonne-2011-cote-py-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2011,Domaine de la Bonne Tonne 12,White,France,"This is a ull, rich wood-aged Muscadet from old vines in a single vineyard. It is ripe, yellow fruit flavored and concentrated, the natural acidity of the Melon grape rounded and softened. It can be aged so drink now through 2017.",Les Perrières Monopole,25,91,Loire Valley,Muscadet,,Gadais Père et Fils 2009 Les Perrières Monopole (Muscadet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gadais-pere-fils-2009-perrieres-monopole-other-white-melon-muscadet/,Melon,2009,Gadais Père et Fils 14.5,White,US,"The Indian Wells Chardonnay by this producer continues to improve with each vintage. Here, the melding of luscious tropical fruit with buttery barrel flavors is just about perfect. Pineapple, Meyer lemon and candied oranges highlight the intense flavors, and the lushly-applied oak influences carry the full-bodied wine to hold a smooth, satisfying finish.",Indian Wells,17,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2012 Indian Wells Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2012-indian-wells-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2012,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14.5,Red,US,"This is a lovely wine to drink over the next 3–4 years, from one of Napa's masterful winemakers. It has the hallmarks of Napa Cabernet, being dry and tannic, with subtle oak influences on the blackberry and currant flavors. Give it an hour or two in the decanter before serving.",,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossbarn-by-paul-hobbs-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs 14,Red,US,"The winery calls this “a convergence of dark debauchery”. It's not a bad assessment. Ripe blackberry and black cherry fruit highlight the broad midpalate, with a modest hint of leather, clean earth and toast. Enjoy this immediately, or save for a few more years.",Black Cloud,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Convergence Zone 2010 Black Cloud Malbec (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/convergence-zone-2010-black-cloud-malbec-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Malbec,2010,Convergence Zone 13,Red,France,"Despite being six years old, this remains an intensely concentrated, dense Syrah. It's full bodied and richly textured on the palate, easily carrying the dark flavors of mocha, licorice and Italian plum to a long, velvety close. Drink now–2020.",La Sommelière,30,91,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château de Campuget 2007 La Sommelière Syrah (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-campuget-2007-sommeliere-shiraz-syrah-syrah-costieres-nimes/,Syrah,2007,Château de Campuget 14,Red,Argentina,"Concentrated aromas form the forceful greeting on this oaky wine from Patagonia. In addition, graphite and shoe polish scents are prominent. In the mouth, things feel grabby and dense, while mint, herbal berry, plum and a lot of oak drive the flavor profile. A finish with licorice and a hint of green are the final act. Drink from 2014-2019.",,129,91,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 2011 Malbec (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-noemia-patagonia-2011-malbec-rio-negro-valley/,Malbec,2011,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 15,Red,France,"A perennial winner, Grande Garrigue is a medium- to full-bodied wine with supple tannins and ample cherry fruit. This vintage shows a hint of asphalt upfront, then dark tones of earth and chocolate on the velvety finish. Drink now–2022.",Grande Garrigue,29,91,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Alain Jaume et Fils 2010 Grande Garrigue Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-jaume-fils-2010-grande-garrigue-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Alain Jaume et Fils 14.3,Red,US,"Winemaker Luca Paschina has crafted an aromatic patchwork of dark plum, cassis and tar, plus baking spice, mocha and turned-earth details. Medium to full bodied, this selection shows impressive finesse that is characteristic of Barboursville wines, and the balance between its flesh and tannin-acid framework is spot on. Stash this one in the cellar for a few years.",Octagon,50,91,Virginia,Virginia,,Barboursville Vineyards 2010 Octagon Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-2010-octagon-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Barboursville Vineyards 13.5,White,US,"With ripe apricot, tangerine and tropical fruit flavors, enriched with sweet oak, this is a delicious white wine for drinking now. The blend is Pinot Gris, Aligoté and Pinot Blanc. It resembles and could easily be mistaken for a Chardonnay that is acid- and oak-driven.",Hildegard,35,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Au Bon Climat 2010 Hildegard White (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2010-hildegard-white-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,White Blend,2010,Au Bon Climat 14,Red,US,"This is the Left Bank companion to the winery's La Soeur blend. Here the Cabernet Sauvignon is dominant, with Merlot and a splash of Petit Verdot making up the last third. Firm, dark and tight upon opening, it sends up scents of smoke and charcoal, forming a wreath around dense fruit flavors of blueberry and cassis. A young wine, with perhaps a decade or more of life ahead of it.",Le Frère,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ancestry 2011 Le Frère Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancestry-2011-le-frere-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Ancestry 14.2,Red,US,"This blend of Merlot and the two Cabernets is similar to Blackbird's far more expensive proprietary bottlings, but is nearly as good. It displays the house style of accessible fruit, in the way of blackberries, cherries, currants and cocoa, wrapped into refined but firm tannins. Drink it now with Cabernet-friendly food, especially a great char-broiled steak.",Arise,50,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blackbird Vineyards 2011 Arise Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackbird-2011-arise-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Blackbird Vineyards 14.4,Red,US,"It is difficult to find a blend this good from the region in Walla Walla known as The Rocks District for less than $30. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec and Syrah are combined resulting in a deeply-flavored wine with blue and black fruits, licorice and a streak of scrumptious caramel. A super value, and just plain delicious.",The Buzz Yellow Jacket Vineyard,19,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Beresan 2009 The Buzz Yellow Jacket Vineyard Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beresan-2009-buzz-yellow-jacket-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2009,Beresan 14.5,Red,US,"This blend of 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Malbec, 18% Merlot and 12% Cabernet Franc, brings barrel aromas of cocoa and chocolate that complement the cherry and plum notes. The flavors are soft and supple with some firmness to the tannins that still need some time to soften.",The Reserve,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,14 Hands 2010 The Reserve Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/14-hands-2010-the-reserve-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,14 Hands 13.5,Red,US,"From the Cerise and Ridley vineyards, this wine explores two sites within the Anderson Valley. In taste it offers intense sour cherry, a flavor that finds its balance mid-palate, blossoming into smooth, spicy, full-bodied, oak-kissed goodness.",Two Terroirs C + R,40,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Phillips Hill 2011 Two Terroirs C + R Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phillips-hill-2011-two-terroirs-c-r-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Phillips Hill 14.5,Red,Chile,"With integrated aromas of balsam wood, cassis, cherry and mixed spices, this smells elegant and inviting. A concentrated palate is slightly narrow in feel, while flavors of baked plum, cassis, black cherry and hard spices finish with toasty oak and chocolate notes. Drink through 2017.",La Capilla Single Vineyard,25,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2010 La Capilla Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2010-capilla-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Viu Manent 12,White,France,"A rich wine that was kept on its lees for 30 months to bring out the rich texture of the wine, the ripe apple fruits and almond aromas. Ripe and smoothly textured, drink this elegant wine now.",M des Frères Couillaud,39,91,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Château de la Ragotiere 2010 M des Frères Couillaud (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ragotiere-2010-m-freres-couillaud-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2010,Château de la Ragotiere 15.3,Red,US,"This is pure Syrah, ripened to a heady 15.3% abv, yet still balanced and offering classic aromas of black fruits, espresso and roasted meats. It's a barbeque in a glass, with a smoky, lightly charred base and ample, rich, ripe fruit flavors. Drink over the next 3–5 years.",,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2010 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2010,Goose Ridge 14.2,Red,US,"What a pretty Syrah this is. With moderate alcohol and subtle oak influences, it's dry and stylishly elegant in the mouth. The flavors veer toward ripe cherries and blackberries, sprinkled with cinnamon, cocoa and finely-ground black pepper. Drink now–2015.",Williamson-Doré Vineyard,46,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Foxen 2011 Williamson-Doré Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2011-williamson-dore-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2011,Foxen 13.5,Sparkling,US,"Iron Horse produced this Russian Cuvée sparkling to reflect one of their traditional styles with this Pinot Noir and Chardonnay blend. There are suggestions of honeyed strawberries and limes. Elegant and sophisticated, it's a fine bubbly for drinking now.",Russian Cuvée,40,91,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2008 Russian Cuvée Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2008-russian-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Iron Horse 14.5,Red,France,"A notable value in the increasingly high-rent district of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the 2011 La Crau des Papes features pronounced aromas and flavors of thyme and bay leaf, but also notes of peppered black cherries that ease into chocolaty richness. It's full bodied and supple in texture, finishing on a slightly dusty note that remains mouthwatering. Drink now–2020.",Domaine la Crau des Papes,45,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Louis Bernard 2011 Domaine la Crau des Papes Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2011-domaine-crau-papes-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Louis Bernard 14.5,Red,France,"A darn good value, this is a mouthfilling, richly textured wine with several years still ahead of it. It delivers the vintage's hallmark forward fruit, but underscores the raspberries with hints of fudge and a long, velvety finish. Drink now–2018.",Les Cranilles,20,91,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Les Vins de Vienne 2012 Les Cranilles Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-vienne-2012-cranilles-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2012,Les Vins de Vienne 14.7,Red,US,"There's no questioning how rich and delicious this Cabernet is. It's dazzling in ripe blackberry jam and cocoa flavors, with riper, more concentrated black currants, as well as plenty of toasty new oak. In the dark fruits and superb tannins, as well as the overall balance, the wine defines Oakville Cabernet. Ready to drink now and over the next 6–8 years.",TKO,80,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Rockroom Winemaking Cooperative 2008 TKO Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockroom-winemaking-cooperative-2008-tko-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Rockroom Winemaking Cooperative 14.9,Red,US,"Bold aromas of black plum, licorice and chocolate mark the nose, with accents of turmeric and dried herb adding interest. This medium- to full-bodied Bordeaux-style red blend is confident and muscular, bearing toasty and chocolaty flavors. The finish is warm, structured and enduring.",Rendezvous,75,91,Virginia,Virginia,,RdV 2010 Rendezvous Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rdv-2010-rendezvous-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,RdV 14.8,Red,US,"It doesn't say so on the label, but the grapes come from the estate vineyard in Oak Knoll. It's a moderately cool AVA already, so combined with the chilly vintage, a dry wine with considerable tannins was produced. They're old-fashioned in their astringency, but the ultrarich black currant and dark chocolate flavors, boosted by high alcohol, are thoroughly modern. Made up of Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. Hold until at least 2018.",Dragon's Tooth,75,91,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2010 Dragon's Tooth Red (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2010-dragons-tooth-red-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Trefethen 14.5,Red,US,"Lush in ripe raspberries, cherries and cola, this single-vineyard Pinot Noir is balanced with crisp acidity. It's flamboyant, with plenty of oak influence, yet somehow manages to finish dry and tight. Drink now–2019.",Fogstone Vineyard,60,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2011 Fogstone Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-fogstone-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Testarossa 14,Red,Argentina,"Cola and berry aromas start out rocky but become earthier and richer with time. This is chubby and ripe, with a hardy level of extraction. Blackberry, mocha and coffee flavors finish with a note of chocolate, and with tons of fruit and proper balance, this is easy to like.",Blend Malbec-Cabernert Sauvignon-Merlot,22,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cicchitti 2011 Blend Malbec-Cabernert Sauvignon-Merlot Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cicchitti-2011-blend-malbec-cabernert-sauvignon-merlot-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Cicchitti 15,Red,France,"Hugely rich, this is an opulent, dense wine, packed with dark tannins, chocolate, bitter coffee and black plum flavors that are almost too much. There is an edge of harsh extraction detracting from the richness of the wine which needs time to round out. Drink from 2018.",La Parcelle Oubliée,150,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Vincens 2009 La Parcelle Oubliée Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vincens-2009-parcelle-oubliee-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Château Vincens 14.5,Red,US,"This new Artist Series red is three-quarters Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot, and the rest a mix of Cab Franc and Malbec, mostly from the Cold Creek Vineyard. Blue and black fruits are enhanced with barrel flavors of smoke, tobacco and espresso. Some additional years in bottle should help this wine knit together seamlessly.",Artist Series,57,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2010 Artist Series Meritage (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2010-artist-series-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-columbia-valley-wa/,Meritage,2010,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,Red,US,"While this Pinot has gorgeous, generous raspberry, cola, mushroom and sweet oak flavors, it also possesses a superb structure of tannins and acids that makes it successful. In that sense, it's a masterful balance of power and elegance, and is distinctly Pinot Noir-esque in its silky texture. Drink now–2017, depending on your taste for older Pinot.",Le Bon Climat,35,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Clendenen Family 2008 Le Bon Climat Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clendenen-family-2008-le-bon-climat-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Clendenen Family 15.4,Red,US,"Blackberry and cherry pie, chocolate, anise and caramelized oak flavors mark this Cabernet Sauvignon. The tannins are complex, yet silky enough to make the wine drinkable now. This is the type of Cabernet that dazzles for sheer luxury, and will pair well with Cabernet-friendly fare. But it's too soft and direct to age.",Boulder Falls,100,91,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Delectus 2010 Boulder Falls Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delectus-2010-boulder-falls-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Delectus 14.5,Red,US,"The winery brings precision control to Zinfandel, a wine that badly needs some taming but in most cases is allowed to run wild. Here, it has an almost Cabernet-like clarity, with focused tannins and acids and a balance that makes it elegant. But the wild blackberry, blueberry and spice flavors, with a briary, brambly edge of pepper and green stems, are pure Zin.",Bradford Mountain Vineyard,45,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gary Farrell 2011 Bradford Mountain Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2011-bradford-mountain-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Gary Farrell 14.1,White,US,"This wine shows everything that Chardonnay lovers want. It's enormously rich and ripe in mango, pineapple, orange and peach flavors, enriched with sweet new oak and creamy lees. Drink now.",Rosella's Vineyard,41,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2011 Rosella's Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-rosellas-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Testarossa 13.5,Red,Italy,"Taurasi is southern Italy's most noble wine, and Pago dei Fusi fits the bill with its combination of structure and elegance. It has an ample fragrance of dark fruit, incense, leather, spice and vanilla. The palate delivers layers of black cherry, tobacco and white pepper along with hints of licorice and espresso balanced by velvety tannins. Drink 2016–2028.",Pago dei Fusi,54,91,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Terredora 2008 Pago dei Fusi (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2008-pago-fusi-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2008,Terredora 14.5,Red,Spain,"While this is a bit scratchy and rugged up front, that's Toro in a nutshell. In the mouth, things are built like a brick house, while flavors of cassis and berry come with a medicinal note and chocolaty richness. Licorice, pepper and more chocolate flavor define the finish on this stout Tinta de Toro. Drink through 2018.",Prima,24,91,Northern Spain,Toro,,Maurodos 2010 Prima (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maurodos-2010-prima-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2010,Maurodos 14.3,Red,US,"Materra's Bordeaux-style red wines improved dramatically with the 2010 vintages. Mostly made up of Malbec and Petit Verdot, this is dark in color, dry and tannic, making it inaccessible right now. Its palate showcases an intense core of black currants. Give it 4–5 years in the cellar.",Midnight,48,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 2010 Midnight Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/materra-2010-midnight-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 14.3,Red,US,"A blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre, it's an immediately appealing wine with notes of coffee, black olive, blueberry and smoked meat. There's a pleasing texture and richness running from head to tail with coffee and chocolate flavors that linger on the finish.",Tres Cruces Red Wine Coyote Canyon Vineyard,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Coyote Canyon 2011 Tres Cruces Red Wine Coyote Canyon Vineyard Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coyote-canyon-2011-tres-cruces-red-wine-vineyard-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Coyote Canyon 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Cool, earthy aromas of wild berry, herbs and graham cracker set up an angular feeling palate with plenty of acidic pop. The flavor profile features reedy raspberry and plum flavors accented by bacon flavors, while the finish is long, narrow, firm in feel and a touch hot. Drink through 2019.",Bramare,45,91,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Viña Cobos 2011 Bramare Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cobos-2011-bramare-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2011,Viña Cobos 13,Red,France,"A rich wine that is concentrated as well as fruity. It has much of the structure of the Côte de Py, mineral in character, bringing out the granite. Black plums, dark berries and plenty of acidity are all there, producing a wine to age. Drink from 2015.",Le Py,20,91,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Vignerons de Bel Air 2012 Le Py (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-bel-air-2012-le-py-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2012,Vignerons de Bel Air 14.5,Red,France,"Like oak? Yes? Then this is the Vacqueyras for you. There's ample fruit weight to support the lush lashings of toasted coconut and luxurious vanilla notes and pull them through a long, velvety-textured finish. Drink now–2018.",Vieilles Vignes,42,91,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Tardieu-Laurent 2010 Vieilles Vignes Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2010-vieilles-vignes-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Tardieu-Laurent 14.5,White,US,"The wine is 100% Sauvignon Blanc. It was largely fermented and aged in stainless steel, but there is some minor French oak influence, bringing a subtle soft smokiness. The fruit itself is exotic and complex, ranging from Meyer lemons, limes and green apple to guava and pear. Dry and acidic, it's a gorgeous wine to drink now.",,32,91,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Matanzas Creek 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Matanzas Creek 14,Red,Spain,"Compact on the nose, this drills home aromas of leafy blackberry and cassis. A tannic, full-bodied palate is packed with blackberry, mineral, toast and baked but not cooked berry flavors. On the finish, it's rich, with molasses, earth and lightly stewed flavors. This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cab Franc is a lot like Bordeaux, which isn't far away on the map. Drink through 2020.",,45,91,Northern Spain,Empordà,,Oliver Conti 2009 Red (Empordà),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oliver-conti-2009-red-emporda/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Oliver Conti 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Fabre Montmayou has excelled in the value department, but this higher-end Patagonian Malbec signals a new benchmark for this French-owned winery. This is dark and inky, with a crusty, blackened essence. Ripe black-fruit flavors come with chocolate, spice and licorice accents that run through a long, generous finish.",H.J. Fabre Barrel Selection,23,91,Other,Patagonia,,Fabre Montmayou 2012 H.J. Fabre Barrel Selection Malbec (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabre-montmayou-2012-hj-barrel-selection-malbec-patagonia/,Malbec,2012,Fabre Montmayou 13.9,Red,US,"Sourced entirely from the Boushey Vineyard, this is light but complex. A mix of rhubarb, pomegranate, earth and mushroom, it has a suggestion of savory umami flavors and even a hint of stable, all in good balance.",La Serenne,55,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Betz Family 2011 La Serenne Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2011-serenne-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2011,Betz Family 14,White,France,"Barely off dry, this wine is rich and very perfumed, hinting at an attractive light oxidation from the wood aging. Almonds, white fruits and a fine, tight texture round it out. It will age, so drink from 2014.",Le Peu Morier,40,91,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Vincent Carême 2011 Le Peu Morier (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-careme-2011-le-peu-morier-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Domaine Vincent Carême 15.5,Red,Argentina,"Boysenberry, blackberry, raisin and alfalfa aromas share center stage on the bouquet. This feels rich, tannic and saturated, with prune, chocolate, blackberry and saline notes comprising the flavor profile. The finish is narrow and chocolaty, with meaty, savory flavors closing things out. Drink through 2019.",Alizarine Single Vineyard,50,91,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Alta Vista 2011 Alizarine Single Vineyard Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2011-alizarine-single-vineyard-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2011,Alta Vista 14.5,Red,US,"An extremely perfumed wine, rich and luxurious, velvety on the palate with a taste of coconut macaroon, tobacco and red raspberry fruit. With bright acidity through to the finish, this will pair with spicy foods along the lines of yellow shrimp curry.",Caballo Blanco Vineyard,32,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Baxter 2009 Caballo Blanco Vineyard Carignan (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baxter-2009-caballo-blanco-vineyard-carignan-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Carignan,2009,Baxter 14.7,Red,US,"This valley-wide blend comes from Yountville, Calistoga and Rutherford. It combines the best fruit of the appellations, resulting in a dry, full-bodied and tannic young wine, with classic Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon flavors of cassis. Beautiful now, after a few hours of decanting, and should hold in the bottle for at least eight years.",Estate Grown,60,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2010 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2010-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Grgich Hills 14.6,White,US,"This young winery's second vintage of Chardonnay is much riper than the 2011 and is fatter, fuller and rounder across the palate. It brings comparable roasted walnut notes, along with lightly cooked apple and pear, and hints of grilled peach and apricot. Though less precise than the lighter vintage, the ripe fruits are well balanced.",Reunion,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ancestry 2012 Reunion Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancestry-2012-reunion-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2012,Ancestry 13.9,Red,Argentina,"This is one exotic number. The nose shows blueberry, boysenberry, charcoal, plenty of oak and hints of cardamom and star anise. A lush, layered palate is intense but doesn't hit too hard, while concentrated blackberry, licorice and spice flavors set up a peppery, minty finish that's stout and structured.",Don David Reserve,18,91,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Michel Torino 2012 Don David Reserve Malbec (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2012-don-david-reserve-malbec-calchaqui-valley/,Malbec,2012,Michel Torino 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Unique for Argentina is this type of blend, which is 75% Tempranillo and 25% Malbec. The nose on this mature wine is heady, earthy and rooty in nature, with raisiny richness lurking in the background. On the palate, it's full and gritty, with grabby tannins. Flavors of earthy, baked berries and tomato sauce finish short, an inidication that this is ready to drink now.",Alfa Crux,,91,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2006 Alfa Crux Tempranillo-Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2006-alfa-crux-red-blend-tempranillo-malbec-uco-valley/,Tempranillo-Malbec,2006,O. Fournier 12.5,Dessert,France,"A rich dessert Vouvray with a marvelous tension between acidity and honeyed sweetness. There is a floral character, offering a contrast and bringing out a fresher side to the wine. With the tension and texture, the wine will age. Drink from 2017.",Le Marigny,40,91,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Pichot 2011 Le Marigny (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pichot-2011-le-marigny-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Domaine Pichot 15.2,Red,US,"Give this wine credit for sheer opulence. Cabernet gets this ripe only in a few favored places in the world, and this Sonoma County appellation, which leads over the Mayacamas Mountains to Napa Valley, is one of them. The wine is incredibly rich in black cherries, spicy plums, mocha and red currants. Your best bet is to drink it now, because it seems too soft for aging.",Bear Crossing,130,91,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Delectus 2010 Bear Crossing Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delectus-2010-bear-crossing-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Delectus ,Red,Argentina,"Opaque in color, this saturated Malbec-led blend exhibits coconut and cola aromas along with fully ripe blackberry notes. This is massive in the mouth, with a solid foundation. Maximum berry expression and a jammy, deep-fruited finish give this power and content beyond its price point.",Reserve,17,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cueva de las Manos 2011 Reserve Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cueva-las-manos-2011-reserve-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2011,Cueva de las Manos 14.2,Red,US,"This new vintage of the Southern Rhône-style blend dubbed “Bésoleil”, is half Grenache, 18% Cinsault, with Counoise, Mourvèdre and Syrah making up the rest. Immaculate, spicy and bursting with delicious raspberry flavors, its purity is impressive, and the peppery details are wondrously curious, inviting prolonged consideration between sips. An excellent blending exercise melds all five grapes in perfect proportion.",Bésoleil,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Betz Family 2011 Bésoleil Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2011-besoleil-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Betz Family 14.3,Red,US,"This is an excellent Cabernet, sourced from estate vineyards in the highly sought-after region known as The Rocks. Elegant, with firm acidity underpinning its deep veins of pomegranate and cherry, it finishes with a gentle hint of mocha and caramel.",,29,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Beresan 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beresan-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Beresan 14.3,Red,US,"This is 100% Syrah from three vineyards: Funk, Les Collines, and Ranch at the End of the Road. Seamless, sexy scents of blue and purple berries, vanilla, licorice, black tea and cut tobacco swirl up from the glass and carry through to the palate. One third of the fermentation include whole clusters, adding savory flavors to the finish. An elegant Syrah for lovers of the grape.",Levitation,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sleight of Hand 2011 Levitation Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sleight-hand-2011-levitation-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2011,Sleight of Hand 13.5,Red,Chile,"Firm cherry and plum aromas filter into a bright, elegant, lifted palate with freshening acidity and body to match. Juicy, lightly spiced core flavors of plum and red currant are draped with a fine oak flavor, and the finish is light, dry, focused and shows modest residual barrel notes.",T.H. Terroir Hunter,26,91,Leyda Valley,,,Undurraga 2012 T.H. Terroir Hunter Pinot Noir (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2012-th-terroir-hunter-pinot-noir-leyda-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,Undurraga 14.1,White,US,"This wine is opulent with flavors of orange, peach, mangoes and oak, with excellent acidity. Open now and pair with lobster, crab, scallops or tuna.",Lone Oak Vineyard,41,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2011 Lone Oak Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-lone-oak-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Testarossa 14.1,White,US,"While Testarossa specializes in single-vineyard wines, this basic appellation blend is solid. It's crisp in acidity and amply oaked, with powerful pineapple and peach jam, buttered toast and sweet vanilla flavors. This wine calls for dramatic Chardonnay fare, such as lobster and crab.",,34,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2011 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Testarossa 14.1,White,US,"Here is a benchmark Washington Sauvignon Blanc, from old vines at Red Mountain's Klipsun Vineyard. Rich and textural, it showcases tightly wound apple and pear with lightly-applied suggestions of barrel toast. It finishes with, bracing, slightly saline acidity.",Klipsun Vineyard,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,JM Cellars 2012 Klipsun Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2012-klipsun-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,JM Cellars 12.5,Red,France,"This is solid, rich and with great fruit flavors to complement its structure. Red cherry fruitiness is lifted by intense acidity and broadened by the dark tannins and concentration. This is a wine to age for a few years, so drink after 2015.",Grand Cras Vieilles Vignes,35,91,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Laurent Gauthier 2012 Grand Cras Vieilles Vignes (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-gauthier-2012-grand-cras-vieilles-vignes-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2012,Laurent Gauthier 13.4,Red,US,"Give this Pinot two or three years in the cellar, and it could go a bit longer than that. In youth, it's tight in acidity, and the sweet oak and raspberry fruit flavors haven't come together yet. It shows a delightful silkiness and deeper complexities of mushrooms.",Spring Hill Vineyard,55,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Landmark 2011 Spring Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-2011-spring-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Landmark 14,Red,Spain,"Boysenberry, blueberry, graphite and rubbery aromas form a generous bouquet. The mouthfeel is tighter and more structured than the nose, with oaky, baked flavors of blackberry and toast. A dark, toasty, minerally finish has a crisp feel. Drink through 2018.",Art,55,91,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Luna Beberide 2010 Art Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-beberide-2010-art-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2010,Luna Beberide 14.1,Red,US,"With modest alcohol and an attractive herbaceousness, this Cabernet Sauvignon is blended with a little Petit Verdot. For those looking for a drier, more linear wine, it offers a viable alternative to a Napa Cabernet. It's a great example of the art of blending, selected from five different vineyards all over Paso Robles. It's rich in blackberries, currants and sage. This is the winery's best Cabernet yet for such a good price.",Estate,24,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2010 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2010-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Vina Robles ,White,US,"This Chardonnay showcases Edna Valley's signature intensely pure varietal flavors, yet the winemaker's interventions, of oak barrel aging and sur lie influence adding complexity. It's delicious with flavors of lemon curd, pineapples, guavas, nectarines, vanilla and buttered toast.",Oliver's Vineyard,36,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Talley 2011 Oliver's Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2011-olivers-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Talley 13.6,Red,US,"A wonderful Grenache, one of the best currently available in California. It comes on the heels of the winery's successful 2010 bottling, suggesting that Landmark has an aptitude for the variety. The wine is as silky as a coastal Pinot Noir, with alcohol of only 13.6% by volume. Gently soft, it shows oak-influenced raspberry, cocoa and cinnamon flavors.",Steel Plow Estate Vineyard,35,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Landmark 2011 Steel Plow Estate Vineyard Grenache (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-2011-steel-plow-estate-vineyard-grenache-sonoma-valley/,Grenache,2011,Landmark 13.5,White,US,"This wine comes from The Paragon Vineyard—one of the best vineyards for white wine in Edna Valley. This 2012 shows brilliant acidity and flavors of mango, citron, lime and orange. A touch of oak brings rich notes of buttered toast and vanilla. This great value wine will dazzle you.",,18,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,True Myth 2012 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/true-myth-2012-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,True Myth 14.9,Red,US,"Like a great juggler, this Cabernet balances exceptionally ripe fruit and sweet new oak with fine tannins and acids to yield a wine of exquisite poise and delight. The flavors, of black cherries and mocha, are just delicious, while fairly high alcohol brings a rich headiness. Drink now-2016.",Leopoldina Estate Grown,75,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2010 Leopoldina Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2010-leopoldina-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Turnbull 14.5,White,US,"Wow, what a dynamic Viognier. One sip is all it takes for the wine to explode in tropical fruit, citrus, peach, honeysuckle, vanilla and buttered toast flavors. But it's no mere fruit bomb, balanced with acidity, dryness and minerality. Great price for a wine this rich and complex.",White Hawk Vineyard,24,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Nagy 2012 White Hawk Vineyard Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nagy-2012-white-hawk-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2012,Nagy 13.5,Red,US,"With layers of perfectly just-ripe cherry and cranberry, this Pinot is smooth and finely tuned, slightly herbal, with touches of tea and aromatic rose. With a long finish it's a deliciously complete wine, and with only 50 cases made, worth seeking out if you can.",Oppenlander Vineyard,60,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Baxter 2010 Oppenlander Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baxter-2010-oppenlander-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,2010,Baxter 14.4,Red,US,"Pinot doesn't get richer than this lovely wine, from one of Santa Barbara County's most esteemed vineyards. It's exuberant in cherries, raspberries, cola and licorice, with sweet, smoky notes from oak barrels. The acidity is wonderful, and the tannins, while brisk, are ultra-refined. The overall impression is of a quality Pinot that needs age. Drink 2018 and beyond.",Sierra Madre Vineyard,60,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 2011 Sierra Madre Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-sierra-madre-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Testarossa 14.5,Red,US,"Light and silky in the mouth, with mouthwatering acidity, this Pinot shows an exquisite tension between ripe fruit, minerality and oak. The raspberries and cherries have a hint of high alcohol. Drink now–2019.",Rosella's Vineyard,60,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2011 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Testarossa 14.2,Red,US,"So silky and delicious, you might miss the complexities in a rush to finish the entire bottle now. It's that rich and sweet in raspberries, pomegranates and cranberry sauce. But airing begins to tease out the mushrooms, subtle tea and spice flavors. If you can keep your hands off, cellar this beauty until 2018.",Garys' Vineyard,60,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2011 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Testarossa 14.1,White,US,"This delicious Chardonnay is showing ripe mango, Meyer lemon, lime, apricot, peach and kiwi flavors, liberally oaked and brightened with crisp acidity. It defines the California Chardonnay style of opulent elegance.",Dos Rubios Vineyard,41,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2011 Dos Rubios Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-rubios-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Testarossa 14,Red,Spain,"Heady, piercing aromas of boysenberry, plum, violet and graphite are dense as a fortress. The mouth on this loaded Bierzo has a strong backbone and juicy acidity. Flavors of black cherry, blackberry, coffee and lemony oak finish with a rush of chocolate and then accents of vanilla and baked berry fruits. Best from 2015–2022.",,100,92,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Paixar 2009 Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paixar-2009-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2009,Paixar 14,Red,Spain,"For Navarra, which can produce green, herbal wines, this is ripe and pure, with cherry, plum, berry and a touch of raisin to the nose. A tight, juicy palate is direct and tannic, while black plum and berry flavors come with chocolate shadings. A crisp, almost raw finish with blasting tannins says this can age another decade.",,48,92,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Pago de Larrainzar 2006 Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-larrainzar-2006-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2006,Pago de Larrainzar 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful, complex Pinot Noir, showing both the delicacy and tartness of the coastal Arroyo Grande, as well as the appellation's tendency for ripe power. The flavors of cherry, rhubarb, plum and cola flood the mouth, leading to a savory finish. Enjoy this wine over the next few years, especially with a grilled steak.",Sequestered,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Orfila 2012 Sequestered Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-2012-sequestered-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,Orfila 13.5,Red,Spain,"Smooth, ripe aromas of blackberry and raspberry come with plenty of vanilla, licorice and tobacco. The palate is a bit rubbery, but will calm with more bottle age. Black cherry, stewed plum and carob are the lead flavors, while the finish is earthy and chunky, leaning towards modern. Drink through 2022.",Gran Reserva,35,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2005 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2005-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Marqués de Cáceres 12.5,Sparkling,US,"The best non-vintage sparkling wine J has ever produced. The blend is Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, with 1% Pinot Meunier. Most of the grapes were harvested in 2010. In the mouth the wine is refined, with a smooth, silky mousse, and subtle, yeast-inflected flavors of strawberries, peaches and limes. The acidity is strong and superb.",Cuvée XB,40,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery NV Cuvée XB Sparkling (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-nv-cuvee-xb-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,J Vineyards & Winery 15.5,Red,Argentina,"Among Alta Vista's 2011 single-vineyard Malbecs, Temis is the headiest. There are aromas of pure blackberry and boysenberry, while the palate feels concentrated and rich. Jammy black-fruit flavors finish tight and crisp. Drink this whopper of a Malbec through 2018.",Temis Single Vineyard,50,92,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Alta Vista 2011 Temis Single Vineyard Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2011-temis-single-vineyard-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2011,Alta Vista 14.5,White,US,"The vineyard is in Sonoma Valley, not exactly prime Chardonnnay country, but Hanzell manages to produce one of most ageable Chardonnay's in California. The 2011 is rich and ripe in oranges, apricots and pears. Drink this beautiful wine now through 2019.",Estate,78,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 2011 Estate Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-2011-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Hanzell 14.5,Red,France,"Concentrated and tannic, this is also a richly fruity wine. The tannins are ripe, dusty, integrating well with the full black fruits and acidity. It's a wine that has power while also retaining a sense of style. Drink this wine from 2017.",Odé d'Aydie,,92,Southwest France,Madiran,,Château d'Aydie 2010 Odé d'Aydie Tannat (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daydie-2010-ode-other-red-tannat-madiran/,Tannat,2010,Château d'Aydie 14.5,White,France,"A wine that shows the beauty of Petit Manseng, which is usually sweet, but here is a dry wine. It has herbal, perfumed vanilla and orange zest flavors, a touch of honey all supported by intense fragrant acidity. It's a wine to savor, tasting dry but feeling sweet. Drink from 2015.",Emotion,,92,Southwest France,Jurançon Sec,,Château de Jurque 2011 Emotion (Jurançon Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jurque-2011-emotion-other-white-petit-manseng-jurancon-sec/,Petit Manseng,2011,Château de Jurque 14.1,White,US,"Intense in minerality, Improbable imparts a subtle oak influence lurking behind its essential freshness of apple, lime and is silky in texture. Energetic, it's clean and expressive, a vibrant showcase of California-meets-Burgundy in El Dorado, a region not always thought of for Chardonnay.",Improbable,24,92,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Donkey & Goat 2012 Improbable Chardonnay (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donkey-goat-2012-improbable-chardonnay-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Chardonnay,2012,Donkey & Goat 12.5,Dessert,France,"The gold color is a giveaway for this wine's richness, while being dominated by acidity from its lemon and pineapple flavors. It's still young and this complex wine should be kept until 2017.",Moelleux,40,92,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Pichot 2010 Moelleux (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pichot-2010-moelleux-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Domaine Pichot 14.5,Red,US,"The best Ethos Cabernet yet, this 100% varietal wine is sourced from 40-year-old vines at the Cold Creek vineyards. Dark, rich, juicy and dense with black fruits, this powerhouse wine brings blackberry and cassis into focus with layers of cinnamon-dusted dark chocolate.",Ethos Reserve,42,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2010 Ethos Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2010-ethos-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14.8,Red,US,"Co-fermented with 5% Grenache and aged 18 months in American oak (60% new), this wine draws you into the glass with notes of smoke, a medley of sweet baking spices and dark fruits with mineral accents. It's richly flavored with the acidity bringing a pleasing sense of freshness.",Reserve Coyote Canyon Vineyard,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Columbia Crest 2010 Reserve Coyote Canyon Vineyard Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2010-reserve-coyote-canyon-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2010,Columbia Crest 15.3,Red,US,"This beautiful wine, which contains a few drops of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, does just what Merlot is supposed to. It's soft and sexy, with a velvety texture housing cherry, mocha and sandalwood flavors. At the age of more than five years, it's throwing some sediment, a good sign for further aging, but it's beautiful to drink now.",,54,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa Valley-Knights Valley,Delectus 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley-Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delectus-2008-merlot-napa-sonoma-valley-knights-valley/,Merlot,2008,Delectus 13,Red,France,"This rendering of Côte Rôtie takes a dark tack, featuring scents of espresso, black olives and cracked pepper. It's full bodied but silky in the mouth, offering flavors of tapenade, dark plums and even a meaty notes. Drink now–2022.",Les Essartailles,88,92,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Les Vins de Vienne 2010 Les Essartailles (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-vienne-2010-essartailles-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,2010,Les Vins de Vienne 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Mature, funky aromas of raisin, earth, coconut and baked fruits draw you in. The mouthfeel is full of strong tannins and astringent acidity, while the flavor profile is all about ripe fruits like raisin, prune, blackberry and fig. This steamroller grown at 7,200 feet in northern Argentina is 60% Malbec, 30% Merlot and 10% Tannat. Drink now.",Rupestre,45,92,Other,Salta,,Domingo Molina 2006 Rupestre Red (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domingo-molina-2006-rupestre-red-salta/,Red Blend,2006,Domingo Molina 13.5,Red,US,"This low production Pinot Noir will be scooped up by sommeliers who understand how good it is with so many of their entrées. The alcohol is modest, and the oak is in the background despite being comprised of 75% new French barrels. That's because the raspberry, cola and tea flavors are so strong, they're able to stand for themselves. The grape source is from Jim Clendenen's personal Le Bon Climat Vineyard and Bien Nacido. All in all, this is a gorgeous Pinot that will continue to impress over the next six years.",Knox Alexander,45,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Au Bon Climat 2010 Knox Alexander Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2010-knox-alexander-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Au Bon Climat 14.9,Red,US,"The Justine, a new, southern Rhône-style red blend from Avennia, is an expressive wine, with aromas of berries, plums and cassis. There's a whiff of smoked meat also, but the Grenache—roughly half of the blend—brings lovely fruit that trumps the rest. Delicious now, or cellar it for a few more years.",Justine,38,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Avennia 2011 Justine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avennia-2011-justine-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Avennia 14,Red,France,"An herbal and perfumed wine, its welcoming soft aromatic character comes from the Cabernet Franc in the blend. The wine has dusty tannins, rich and juicy black fruits and tamed Tannat structure, to give a ripe, full and opulent wine that will develop quickly. Drink now or, better, from 2015.",Aydie L'Origine,12,92,Southwest France,Madiran,,Château d'Aydie 2011 Aydie L'Origine Tannat-Cabernet Franc (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daydie-2011-aydie-lorigine-red-blend-tannat-cabernet-franc-madiran/,Tannat-Cabernet Franc,2011,Château d'Aydie 13,Dessert,France,"Great spice, honey and tropical fruits are subtly combined in this delicious, elegant sweet wine. With acidity to add its fresher character, it is balanced, full in the mouth and already a very fine wine. It is better to age it, though, so drink after 2017.",Cuvée Jean,18,92,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Château Jolys 2011 Cuvée Jean (Jurançon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jolys-2011-cuvee-jean-other-white-petit-manseng-jurancon/,Petit Manseng,2011,Château Jolys 14.8,Red,US,"This is a new brand, founded by a wealthy entrepreneur. The wine shows classic Diamond Mountain intensity, with firm tannins and intensely concentrated blackberry, currant and cocoa flavors. It's modern in style, with high alcohol giving some heat that may limit its ability to age. Drink now–2017.",,90,92,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Vineyard 511 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vineyard-511-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Vineyard 511 13.5,Sparkling,US,"This vintage was a good one for Iron Horse, resulting in this wine of finesse and clarity. It's fruit-forward, with excellent acidity and a sour, yeasty bite help to balance its rich quality. The mousse is exceptionally refined. This has the potential to age quite well over the next decade.",Chinese Cuvée,98,92,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2005 Chinese Cuvée Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2005-chinese-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Iron Horse 13.9,Red,US,"This is a tightly wound wine, brimming with acids, tannins and oak that give structure to exceptionally rich, ripe fruit. The black currants and cherries have complex edges of minerals and anise, leading to a long, spicy finish. Don't even think of opening the bottle before 2017.",Cunat Reserve Estate Grown,80,92,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 2010 Cunat Reserve Estate Grown Red (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/materra-2010-cunat-reserve-estate-grown-red-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 14.8,Red,US,"Three things mark this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon: the impenetrably dark hues, huge tannins and extremely concentrated fruit. But, that's the Nickel & Nickel style, remarkably consistent over the years. Aged in plenty of new French oak, it's awesomely rich in blackberries and cherry liqueur, with cocoa, herb, spice and earthy complexities. Hold until at least 2017, and drink through 2025.",C.C. Ranch,100,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Nickel & Nickel 2010 C.C. Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2010-cc-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Nickel & Nickel 14.7,Red,US,"Hands down, this is one of the best Pinot Noir values on the market. The wine is dry and silky, with delicious, complex flavors of strawberries, raspberries, red currants, cola and baking spices. Sneak this into your next blind tasting and see how it fares next to Pinot Noirs that cost two or three times as much.",,26,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Reaper 2012 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reaper-2012-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2012,Reaper 15,Red,France,"A concentrated wine that is the epitome of dark, dense Malbec. Spice, tense acidity, black fruits, dark plums and licorice are all present in this impressive, dense wine. The power in this dense wine is very evident, expressed right up front. It should age, so drink from 2017.",Les Graves de Paul,35,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Vincens 2009 Les Graves de Paul Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vincens-2009-graves-paul-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Château Vincens 13,Dessert,France,"A wood-aged sweet wine, opulent and golden. It has sweetness, honey, white fig and quince jelly flavors, balanced by just the right acidity. A superb wine, ready for long aging. It's tempting to drink it now, but wait until 2017.",Renaissance,,92,Southwest France,Gaillac Doux,,Domaine Rotier 2010 Renaissance Loin de l'Oeil (Gaillac Doux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rotier-2010-renaissance-other-white-loin-loeil-gaillac-doux/,Loin de l'Oeil,2010,Domaine Rotier 13.5,White,France,"From old vines, this a wonderfully perfumed, oak-aged wine. Almond and ethereal juicy acidity complement its richness and fine ripeness, with an intense acidity on the finish. Delicious now, but can age for another 6–8 years.",Le Clos,40,92,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Vincent Carême 2008 Le Clos (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-careme-2008-le-clos-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Domaine Vincent Carême 14.5,White,Spain,"This is an impressive white made from the native Garnacha Blanca blended with Macabeu (Viura). It opens with waxy peach and almond aromas that flow into a creamy mouthfeel with perfect acidity. A buttery tasting flavor sits on top of baked peach and apple, while the finish is creamy, with a buttery feel and a note of popcorn. This should age well; drink through 2017.",Abracadabra,45,92,Catalonia,Priorat,,Trossos del Priorat 2011 Abracadabra White (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trossos-priorat-2011-abracadabra-white-priorat/,White Blend,2011,Trossos del Priorat 15,Red,Spain,"This is stylish and smooth up front, with tobacco, graphite, cedar and herbal notes to the bouquet. The mouthfeel is a bit jammy and chewy, with chocolate, licorice, mocha and blackberry flavors. A mild, creamy finish chugs along with coffee notes and ripe black-fruit flavors. Drink now through 2017.",Perpetual,70,92,Catalonia,Priorat,,Torres 2010 Perpetual Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2010-perpetual-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2010,Torres 14.8,Red,US,"Smooth and supple from the moment the cork is pulled, this well-built Syrah shows layers of iodine, tar and asphalt as it breathes. With time, the mid-palate expands, and luscious black cherry fruit overtakes the darker barrel notes.",,80,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Silverback 2010 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverback-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2010,Silverback 14.3,Red,US,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Petit Verdot is a good example of the kind of wine that is propelling Paso Robles to the forefront. It feels higher in alcohol than the official reading of 14.3% by volume, but the warm mouthfeel is an integral part of the experience. The flavors are absolutely delicious, suggesting ripe cherries, plums, mocha and sweet, salty beef jerky. Drink soon.",The Big Game,75,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,The Farm Winery 2010 The Big Game Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farm-winery-2010-big-game-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,The Farm Winery 14.4,Red,US,"Made from selected lots of Testarossa's various vineyards up and down the state, hence the California appellation, this is also the winery's most expensive Pinot Noir. Right now, it's not showing terribly well. There's something closed and stubborn about it. Partly that's the tannins and acidity, but mostly it may be because these scattered lots simply haven't come together yet to make nice. Give it 3–4 years.",Niclaire,79,92,California,California Other,California,Testarossa 2011 Niclaire Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-niclaire-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Testarossa 14.4,Red,US,"Bring on the steak! The acidity on this Pinot yearns for animal fat to cut through, while the toasty oak longs for the smokiness of charred protein for the perfect marriage. With a delicate texture, the raspberry fruit and cola flavors make the wine delicious, but it's also an ager. Drink now–2023.",Brosseau Vineyard,60,92,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Testarossa 2011 Brosseau Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-brosseau-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,2011,Testarossa 14.5,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet, from the western part of St. Helena, joins the winery's prestigious vineyard portfolio. The wine is rich and opulent in blackberries, cherries, chocolate and currants, with quite a bit of new French oak and thick, yet refined tannins. The mouthfeel is soft but the alcohol adds weight. Give it time to refine. Drink 2016–2020.",Hayne Vineyard,100,92,California,Napa,St. Helena,Nickel & Nickel 2010 Hayne Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2010-hayne-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Nickel & Nickel 14.5,Red,US,"Based on Cabernet Sauvignon, this Bordeaux blend remains tough and tannic at more than four years of age. It's huge in blackberry, dark chocolate, currant, cassis and oak flavors, but that mouth-numbing astringency shuts it down. Clearly meant for cellaring, it should begin to come into its own by 2017.",The Puzzle,100,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Newton 2009 The Puzzle Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2009-puzzle-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Newton 14.8,Red,US,"This is the real deal, as they say, a fine, intricate Pinot Noir. The vineyard is famous for producing complex wines, and the winemaker has vinified the grapes well, resulting in a dry, silky wine. Waves of raspberries and cherries are balanced with earthier notes of mushrooms and minerals. The wine should age well for a good eight years, but it's easy to enjoy now.",La Encantada Vineyard,48,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fontes & Phillips 2010 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontes-phillips-2010-encantada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Fontes & Phillips 14.5,Red,France,"This is a nicely balanced Châteauneuf-du-Pape, with a bright edge of acidity running through the red-fruit flavors of cherries and raspberries. It's full bodied and a bit creamy in texture, but still crisp and firmly constructed, with a lingering touch of anise on the finish. Drink now–2025.",,46,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Clos de L'Oratoire des Papes 2010 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-loratoire-papes-2010-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Clos de L'Oratoire des Papes 15.5,Red,Argentina,"Alta Vista's single-vineyard series consistently consists of winning wines. This version is compact, with intense aromas of plum and boysenberry along with a whiff of orange peel. The palate is tight with tannins. Flavors of blackberry, toast and licorice finish sturdy and long, with juicy acidity adding length. Drink through 2019.",Serenade Single Vineyard,50,92,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Alta Vista 2011 Serenade Single Vineyard Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2011-serenade-single-vineyard-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2011,Alta Vista 14.2,Red,US,"Sweet cherry, red licorice, violet, cocoa and new oak flavors make this wine drinkable now despite firm tannins. Cabernet Sauvignon's role is relatively muted, with Cab Franc taking a starring role, and Merlot also a strong component of the blend. The window of drinkability extends at least through 2019.",Contrarian,125,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blackbird Vineyards 2011 Contrarian Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackbird-2011-contrarian-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Blackbird Vineyards 16,Red,France,"This is a full-bodied, extracted wine, loaded with cedar and vanilla notes that frame concentrated dark fruit. It's rich and velvety in texture yet manages to retain a sense of mouthwatering tension on the finish. Give it a few years to absorb some of the oak; drink 2020–2028.",Grand Terroir GT-1,96,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,LePlan-Vermeersch 2010 Grand Terroir GT-1 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leplan-vermeersch-2010-grand-terroir-gt-1-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,LePlan-Vermeersch 14.9,Red,US,"Pure Syrah from the Boushey Vineyard, this was barrel aged in a mix of half new Russian and French oak. Citrusy acids brighten up this wine, where the tight-wound, tangy red fruit flavors suggest wild, just-picked raspberries. With excellent concentration and focus, this is a wine to cellar for up to a decade.",Boushey Vineyard,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,JM Cellars 2010 Boushey Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2010-boushey-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2010,JM Cellars 12.7,White,US,"Imparting aromas of honey, caramel and apple, Baxter's Oppenlander Chardonnay has a depth and clarity of fruit and texture, packed with minerality and a lemony, clean finish. This is an ideal wine to pair with shellfish or a seafood-based risotto.",Oppenlander Vineyard,38,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Baxter 2011 Oppenlander Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baxter-2011-oppenlander-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2011,Baxter 13.5,Red,Spain,"This floral, somewhat light-bodied wine is a traditional blend of Tempranillo, Graciano and Mazuelo. It's elegant in its delivery of cherry and raspberry aromas, and the palate is crisp and pure, with pulse. Cherry, cassis, vanilla and molasses flavors finish long and smooth. What a great upper-end value; drink now through 2018.",Gran Reserva,30,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Carlos Serres 2005 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-serres-2005-gran-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Carlos Serres 13.8,Red,US,"Red Mountain vines bring tight, sharply-etched fruit flavors of cranberry and raspberry into fine focus, with an underpinning of iron and rock. There's a slight suggestion of barnyard at the back of the finish.",La Côte Rousse,55,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Betz Family 2011 La Côte Rousse Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2011-cote-rousse-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2011,Betz Family 14.3,Red,US,"Pure fruit flavors just rounding into maturity are at the heart of this outstanding 100% Malbec, sourced from the Pepper Bridge and Stone Valley vineyards. Details and highlights of tobacco and herb add to the mix of berry, cherry and plum fruits. The finish comes to a narrow focus and lingers gracefully.",,29,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Beresan 2008 Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beresan-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Malbec,2008,Beresan 14.5,White,France,"A rich, dry wine that has a honeyed character as well apricot and green plum flavors. It has a juicy, full-feeling structure and a texture that shows some minerality. It's a delicious, powerful white wine, reveling in its richness. Drink now, but better wait until 2015.",Odé d'Aydie,,92,Southwest France,Pacherenc du Vic Bilh,,Château d'Aydie 2012 Odé d'Aydie (Pacherenc du Vic Bilh),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daydie-2012-ode-white-blend-gros-petit-manseng-pacherenc-vic-bilh/,Gros and Petit Manseng,2012,Château d'Aydie 13.5,Red,France,"The folks at Jaboulet have nailed the texture of this wine, which is pure silk in the mouth. Mild hickory and menthol notes accent raspberry fruit, while slightly meaty, herbal and savory notes add complexity. Approachable now, it should easily evolve through 2025.",Domaine des Pierrelles,150,92,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2010 Domaine des Pierrelles (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2010-domaine-pierrelles-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,2010,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 15,Dessert,US,"This consistently incredible quaff from Quady tastes intensely of orange rind and is perfumed with the essence of orange oil. It is lightly textured and brightly refreshing, with a backbone of pear. First made in 1980, Quady Essensia is great on its own, over ice, or mixed into a cocktail.",Essensia,25,92,California,California Other,California,Quady 2012 Essensia Orange Muscat (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-2012-essensia-muscat-orange-other/,Orange Muscat,2012,Quady 15,Red,France,"An excellent wine, this is disappointing in the context of the super 2009 and 2010 versions. This year, the oak sticks out like an ill-fitting overcoat, an unwieldy veneer of toast and vanilla atop chocolaty fruit. It's full-bodied and promisingly supple, with a long finish, so give it 3–4 years of time to come around.",Domaine Grand Veneur Vieilles Vignes,121,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Alain Jaume et Fils 2011 Domaine Grand Veneur Vieilles Vignes Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-jaume-fils-2011-domaine-grand-veneur-vieilles-vignes-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Alain Jaume et Fils 14.2,Red,US,"Vigorous in body, this Syrah comes from one of Foxen's warmest vineyards, the well-known Vogelzang. It's riper and higher in alcohol than their Tinaquaic Syrah, making it richer, rounder and tastier. With blackberry, orange peel, red licorice and cola flavors, it's balanced with fine tannins and acidity. Drink now–2017.",Toasted Rope,44,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Foxen 2011 Toasted Rope Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2011-toasted-rope-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2011,Foxen 13.5,Red,Spain,"It's hard to imagine anyone not liking this deep, lush, purple Mencía from Bierzo. A concentrated, minerally, toasty black-fruit nose sets up blackberry, boysenberry, prune, juniper and beef jerky flavors. On the finish, it's sultry, dark and peppery. There's all sorts of power and sizzle to this; drink through 2019.",,23,92,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Losada 2009 Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/losada-2009-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2009,Losada 14.2,Red,US,"Based on Merlot, this Right Bank-style Bordeaux blend has rich, instantly likeable flavors of cherries, currants, cocoa, green olives and violets. New oak plays a prominent role, both in toasty flavors and in wood tannins. The wine feels softly tannic in the mouth, and will be fabulous now with a great steak, but it also will develop over the next 10–12 years.",Illustration,125,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blackbird Vineyards 2011 Illustration Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackbird-2011-illustration-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Blackbird Vineyards 14,Red,Spain,"Earthy, leathery aromas of baked red fruits fit the classic style. This is full on the palate but not heavy, with cola, molasses, coffee and heady raspberry and plum flavors. A warm finish with fine tannins and ripe flavors of chocolate, lightly baked black fruits and vanilla. Drink 2015–2025.",Gran Reserva,45,93,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Riscal 2005 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-riscal-2005-gran-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Marqués de Riscal 14.4,Red,US,"The No Girls Grenache, from a vineyard adjacent to Armada (the source for the Cayuse God Only Knows Grenache) is lighter, more elegant, perhaps brighter than its companion wine, with fresh blueberry and other pie berry fruits, a streak of umami, herbal tea and impressive minerality. Almost Burgundian in style, it possesses excellent length and wonderful texture.",La Paciencia Vineyard,65,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),No Girls 2010 La Paciencia Vineyard Grenache (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/no-girls-2010-paciencia-vineyard-grenache-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Grenache,2010,No Girls 14.8,Red,US,"The Branding Iron Vineyard is located in western Oakville, in the company of some of the greatest names in Napa Valley. The wine is 100% varietal, aged in new and one-year-old oak. In the mouth, it's plush and opulent, with massive blackberry and blueberry fruit, but very tannic, in the Nickel & Nickel style. This is a wine that needs cellaring. Best after 2018, and should be singing by 2020.",Branding Iron,100,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 2010 Branding Iron Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2010-branding-iron-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Nickel & Nickel 14,Red,US,"The quality of this wine is as high as you'd expect, given the ABC production and vineyard sourcing. Not many winemakers are able to source fruit from a Talley vineyard, but Jim Clendenen can. Beyond the raspberry, pomegranate and cola fruit flavors, what's notable about the is the acidity. It is strong and searing, and strongly suggests pairing with something rich, like lamb.",Talley Vineyard Rincon,40,93,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Au Bon Climat 2010 Talley Vineyard Rincon Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2010-talley-vineyard-rincon-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Au Bon Climat 13.1,White,US,"Creamy, leesy and instantly appealing, this is an exceptionally rich and complex debut from this start-up. Crisp tropical fruits—most notably papaya and banana—are set amidst notes of toasted walnuts and lightly buttered brioche. The overall balance, length and precision are outstanding.",Reunion,25,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ancestry 2011 Reunion Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancestry-2011-reunion-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Ancestry 14.8,Red,US,"Fermented on native yeasts, this young and exuberant Syrah offers a pure and focused look at the fruit from one of Washington's greatest vineyards. Deep purple, supple and rich, the dense flavors of blue and purple fruits fill the palate with a silky mouthfeel. The finish is long, smooth and impeccably fresh.",Arnaut Boushey Vineyard,48,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Avennia 2011 Arnaut Boushey Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avennia-2011-arnaut-boushey-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2011,Avennia 14.7,Red,US,"This wine is delicious and impeccable. It defines the modern Napa style, with beautifully etched flavors and a fine balance. The fruit is intensely ripe, suggesting blackberries, currants, licorice and dark chocolate, girded with the smoke and spices of new French oak. It's a fancy wine to drink now with your best Cabernet-friendly food, but will change and improve with at least eight years in a good cellar.",Reserve,80,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Amici 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amici-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Amici 14.8,Red,US,"Smoky, minty, dense, aromatic and deeply sensual, this a powerful, extremely expressive, amazingly dense and detailed wine with layers upon layers of well-balanced flavors, it boasts a seamless texture and complex aromas. It's still young, tight, citrusy and sharp, with every prospect of substantial improvement as it acquires more bottle age.",Impulsivo En Chamberlin Vineyard,85,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2010 Impulsivo En Chamberlin Vineyard Tempranillo (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2010-impulsivo-en-chamberlin-vineyard-tempranillo-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Tempranillo,2010,Cayuse 15,Red,Argentina,"This inky, concentrated, ultraripe Malbec is one of the best wines Zuccardi has produced. Aromas of blueberry, cassis, graphite and chocolate feed into a generous palate with creamy oak, mocha, baked berry and cassis flavors. The finish is lusty and big, but not biting, so you can drink this beauty anytime from now through 2017.",Aluvional,90,93,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Zuccardi 2009 Aluvional Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2009-aluvional-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2009,Zuccardi 14.7,Red,Argentina,"Blackberry, plum and leather aromas define the bouquet on this ripe, meaty Malbec. In the mouth, this feels lush and deep, and the purity is exemplary. Flavors of blackberry, dark plum, licorice and baking spices finish toasty and complete. This is yet another excellent Malbec from Cobos; drink through 2018.",Bramare,45,93,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Cobos 2011 Bramare Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cobos-2011-bramare-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2011,Viña Cobos 15,Red,France,"Almost black in color, this is a dark-hued, black plum and chocolate flavored wine. It is powerful and very concentrated, densely tannic as well as fruity. There is a dusty texture, a fine stratum of acidity and strong wood-spice flavors. The wine is for long-term aging. Drink from 2017.",Origine,22,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Vincens 2011 Origine Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vincens-2011-origine-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Château Vincens 14,Red,France,"Strong new wood and black fruit aromas suggest the power and character of this full, rich wine. From a single parcel, it has concentration, density and a wonderful mix of smooth wood-based flavors and more rugged fruits and tannins. Age this wine and don't drink before 2017.",Les Gendres Parcelle no A307,,93,Southwest France,Côtes de Bergerac,,Château Tour des Gendres 2010 Les Gendres Parcelle no A307 Merlot (Côtes de Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2010-parcelle-no-a307-merlot-cotes-bergerac/,Merlot,2010,Château Tour des Gendres 14.3,Red,US,"Sourced from old vines at the Red Willow Vineyard, this deep, purple-hued wine is a compelling riot of scents and flavors. Black cherry and cassis, anise and pepper, iron ore and compost—and even a streak of fresh cut tobacco—all waft out of the glass. The wine's lovely balance creates a generous confluence of sensory delights.",La Côte Patriarche,55,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Betz Family 2011 La Côte Patriarche Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2011-cote-patriarche-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2011,Betz Family 12.1,White,US,"This is 100% Riesling, but with less than half the residual sugar of the winery's 2011 vintage. Sourced from the Evergreen Vineyard in the up-and-coming Ancient Lakes AVA, it has great acidity and purity of fruit, along with the minerality for which the region is known. Dense flavors of lime, grapefruit and pineapple are at the core of this wonderfully concentrated, expressive Riesling.",The Magician Evergreen Vineyard White Wine,18,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sleight of Hand 2012 The Magician Evergreen Vineyard White Wine Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sleight-hand-2012-magician-evergreen-vineyard-white-wine-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,Sleight of Hand 14.5,Red,US,"One of Testarossa's best 2011 Pinot Noirs, of 14 released, this wine is, in a word, gorgeous. First off is the silky texture, as airy as a cloud. Then there are the flavors, complex and lush in raspberries, cherries, brown sugar, cinnamon and oak. The wine is so delightful to drink now, you might miss out on cellaring it until 2018 to see where it goes.",Doctor's Vineyard,62,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2011 Doctor's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-doctors-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Testarossa 14.3,White,US,"This is a reserve-style bottling based on barrel selections of the winery's extensive portfolio. It's extravagant in tangerine, mango, peach and oak flavors, with leesy notes of yeast, new oak and buttered toast. With brisk acidity, it's a rich wine that should be enjoyed now.",Diana's,59,93,California,California Other,California,Testarossa 2011 Diana's Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-dianas-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Testarossa 13.5,Red,Spain,"Losada wines are dark, dense, heady creatures. This high-end version delivers deep mineral and lead aromas alongside cassis, berry and toasted notes. The palate is upright like a good cadet, with lively acidity, blackberry and spice flavors. This is big and modern but not extreme. Drink through 2023.",Altos de Losada,40,93,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Losada 2009 Altos de Losada Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/losada-2009-altos-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2009,Losada 15,Red,France,"A rich, Port-like wine that is full and concentrated while also soft and fruity. It is powerfully structured, with a balance of great acidity to balance the dry tannins, imparting a fine texture. An impressive wine that will need many years to age. Drink from 2017.",Prestige,13,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Vincens 2011 Prestige Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vincens-2011-prestige-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2011,Château Vincens 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and rich, this Rhône-style blend is candied in nature with sugary raspberry, blackberry and currant flavors.",Nicky Hahn,14,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hahn 2012 Nicky Hahn G-S-M (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2012-nicky-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast/,G-S-M,2012,Hahn 13,White,US,"Delicately structured, this Chardonnay has simple citrus peach flavors, with an undertow of green herbs. It's dry and tart with acidity.",,17,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,The Archivist 2012 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archivist-2012-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2012,The Archivist 14.1,White,US,"Exceptionally ripe tropical fruit, citrus and apricot flavors combine with oak to produce this rich, opulent Chardonnay. It's brisk in acidity and modest in alcohol, giving it true elegance. Drink it now with tuna, shrimp, scallop and other rich foods that go with Chardonnay.",Rincon Vineyard,41,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Testarossa 2011 Rincon Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-rincon-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Testarossa 14.1,Red,US,"A glorious wine, rich, ripe and delicious. It's dry, but lush in blackberries and cherries, tobacco and cola, with the Nickel & Nickel signature of new and one-year-old oak. Very tannic, this is clearly a wine that needs time. Should begin to come into its own after 2018.",John C. Sullenger Vineyard,100,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 2010 John C. Sullenger Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2010-john-c-sullenger-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Nickel & Nickel 14.8,Red,US,"Those accustomed to Bordeaux might object to this 100% Cabernet's overt fruitiness, but there's no disputing its power. It detonates in the mouth in an explosion of blackberries, cassis and oak, with an intriguing note of green olives. The winemaker was the celebrated Heidi Barrett, and the wine shows her signature of ripely extracted fruit, a voluptuous texture and significant alcohol, not to mention the high price. Age it until 2017, and it should still be developing complexity in 2025.",Vintage VII,100,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Lamborn Family Vineyards 2009 Vintage VII Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamborn-family-2009-vintage-vii-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Lamborn Family Vineyards 13.5,White,Spain,"There are wines with mass appeal and others that are so idiosyncratic that only one in five people might like it. This falls into the latter category; it's barrel-fermented Viura with Sherry, dry wood, butterscotch and corn cake aromas. The mouth is creamy and resiny, with integrated acidity that keeps it afloat. Flavors of spiced pear, vanilla, cinnamon and toffee suggest amontillado Sherry and something elusive yet refined. Drink now with a rich seafood dish like lobster or baked turbot.",Capellanía,28,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Murrieta 2008 Capellanía Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-murrieta-2008-capellania-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2008,Marqués de Murrieta 14.4,Red,US,"Nicely aged before its release, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet Franc ties together fruit from the estate vineyards, noted for their cobblestone soil. Firm and Bordeaux-like (allowing for the addition of Syrah), it has a classic structure of black fruits, along with lightly applied flavors of dried herb and wood, earth and coffee.",Stone River,29,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Beresan 2008 Stone River Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beresan-2008-stone-river-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Beresan 13.9,White,US,"Still young and slightly spritzy, this excellent wine includes 8% Roussanne. One third was fermented in neutral oak; the rest in stainless. It's a flavorful, bracing wine with melon and citrus in the forefront. Racy and fresh, with excellent focus and length, it finishes with a brisk hint of salinity.",Boushey Vineyard,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Two Vintners 2012 Boushey Vineyard Grenache Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-vintners-2012-boushey-vineyard-other-white-grenache-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Grenache Blanc,2012,Two Vintners 14.5,Red,US,"Resplendent in white pepper, aromatically defined by it in fact, with a touch of cedar, this is a smooth, full-bodied Syrah that's mighty good, a duet of cool and warm-climate character. Pair with braised meats thick in earthy mushrooms.",,22,90,California,Lake County,Lake County,Briceland 2010 Syrah (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/briceland-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Syrah,2010,Briceland 14.8,Red,US,"This bigger style of Pinot takes some time to open up, coming from the warmer end of the Anderson Valley, closer to Boonville, known as “The Corners.” With a thickness to the texture it grandiosely boasts of dark Mediterranean spice and leather, with a dark cherry fruit expression coasting throughout.",The Corners,60,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Walt 2011 The Corners Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walt-2011-corners-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Walt 12.5,White,France,"Not just old vines, but ancient vines, this is a juicy, concentrated and ripe wine. It is sufficiently rich and textured to need some aging to bring out the full fruits even more. Drink from 2014.",Anciennes Vignes,26,89,Loire Valley,Menetou-Salon,,Patient Cottat 2012 Anciennes Vignes (Menetou-Salon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patient-cottat-2012-anciennes-vignes-sauvignon-blanc-menetou-salon/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Patient Cottat 14,Red,France,"A wine that has firm extraction, giving licorice, smoky wood and bitter chocolate flavors. It does have weight, and there is a powerful sense of fruit. For the moment, it shows extreme minerality and structure that need several years to round out and bring on the fruit potential. Drink from 2017.",Grande Lignée,18,89,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Gaudou 2011 Grande Lignée Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaudou-2011-grande-lignee-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2011,Château de Gaudou 13.8,White,US,"Acidity and mushroom and earth notes combine to mute the fresh fruits in this Chardonnay. It's rich in apricots, oranges and peaches, enhanced by oak, but has a dry, austere tug that suggests brief cellaring. Drink after 2016.",Brosseau Vineyard,41,89,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Testarossa 2011 Brosseau Vineyard Chardonnay (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-brosseau-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-chalone/,Chardonnay,2011,Testarossa 12.5,Red,US,"Hints of dried sage and thyme lend a savory note to this intensely penetrating Cabernet Franc that ripples with dark, rich black plum and cassis flavor. Bold, yet elegantly styled, it marries ripe fruit with striking acidity and a vein of granite minerality. Soft, powdery tannins coat the finish.",,25,89,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2010 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2010-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Comtesse Thérèse 13.5,Red,US,"Hand harvested from Block 15 of StoneTree Vineyard with a dollop of Cabernet Sauvignon from Block 14 (10%), it brings notes of coffee, cocoa and plum. The fruit flavors are elegant in style accented by barrel notes and mouthwatering acids. It doesn't seem to have fully reached its potential yet, with the tannins bringing a slightly gritty feel.",Reserve StoneTree Vineyard,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Columbia Crest 2010 Reserve StoneTree Vineyard Merlot (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2010-reserve-stonetree-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Merlot,2010,Columbia Crest 13.5,Red,US,"This has a gamy nose, with underlying nuances of tobacco, prune and dark berry. It is a bold, mouth-filling wine that offers strapping tannins and assertive flavors. There is a sensation of warmth on the cola-flavored finish.",,14,89,Virginia,Virginia,,Fabbioli Cellars 2010 Tannat (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabbioli-cellars-2010-other-red-tannat-virginia/,Tannat,2010,Fabbioli Cellars 13.5,Red,Chile,"Plum and cherry aromas are the slightest bit stalky. In the mouth, this coastal Pinot is round and full in feel, with reedy cherry and plum flavors matched by creamy oak. Briny hints, vanilla and integrated oak help this Pinot finish with elegance.",Max Reserva,20,89,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2012 Max Reserva Pinot Noir (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2012-max-reserva-pinot-noir-aconcagua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,Errazuriz 15.4,Red,US,"Justice is a wine for those who like their reds big, bold and super rich. It's a full-on palate blaster that keeps its balance with moderate acidity and a generous (60%) amount of new French oak. Syrah-dominated, with 21% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Merlot, it's a fine steakhouse wine that should be consumed now.",Justice,55,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Two Vintners 2009 Justice Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-vintners-2009-justice-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2009,Two Vintners 13.5,Red,Spain,"Rich, syrupy aromas of prune and raisin stop short of being too overripe and jammy. This feels full, lusty and big on the palate, but also balanced given that 2009 was a warm year in Ribera del Duero. Flavors of blackberry, prune and earth come with a light herbal touch, while the finish tastes baked and loamy. Drink now.",Crianza,18,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Simué 2009 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simue-2009-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Simué 13.5,Red,US,"This Cabernet Sauvignon blend includes Merlot, Syrah and a small amount of “other,” yielding a well-rounded, ripe wine with lush flavors of blueberry and blackberry. The tangy acids spark a finish of fresh herb, licorice and tobacco.",,14,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Chateau Ste. Michelle 15.2,Red,US,"The latest Merlot release from Ethos pushes the alcohol up past 15%, and the wine remains stubbornly closed and tannic, even after several hours of breathing time. Blueberry and cassis fruit are in play, though the tannins take over quickly, leading into a finish with some chalky minerality.",Ethos Reserve,42,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2010 Ethos Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2010-ethos-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Chateau Ste. Michelle 12,Red,France,"A very perfumed wine, almost heady, with its herbal and wild flower aromas. The wine is still closed up, darkly tannic and very firm. At the same time, black fruits show the same perfumed character. This is very flavorful and structured. Drink this unusual wine from 2014.",,24,89,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Clos des Bachelards 2010 Fleurie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bachelards-2010-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2010,Clos des Bachelards 13.5,Red,France,"A structured wine that has berry fruits, black currants and a firm, dry core of tannins. It has the weight, texture and richness of the vintage, with a solid future as it rounds out and softens. Drink from 2015.",,,89,Southwest France,Côtes de Bergerac,,Château Trolliet Lafite 2010 Red (Côtes de Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trolliet-lafite-2010-red-cotes-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Trolliet Lafite 14,White,Italy,"Made from Sardinia's native Nuragus grape, S'elegas offers an enticing fragrance of yellow flowers, stone fruit and citrus. The delicious palate has rich flavors of peach and creamy lemon uplifted by fresh acidity.",S'elegas,16,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Nuragus di Cagliari,,Argiolas 2012 S'elegas (Nuragus di Cagliari),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiolas-2012-selegas-italian-white-nuragus-nuragus-cagliari/,Nuragus,2012,Argiolas 15,Red,France,"Despite being labeled at 15% abv, this is a crisp rendering of Vacqueyras, filled with fresh herbal notes and tart, crunchy cherries. A violet-like essence emerges on the palate, providing added interest. It does turn a bit astringent on the finish, so drink it from 2015–2020, or now with some suitably rare beef or lamb.",La Sillote,34,89,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Les Vins de Vienne 2010 La Sillote Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-vienne-2010-sillote-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Les Vins de Vienne 14.5,Red,France,"This wine teeters between superripe (bold black cherries) and overripe (raisined and browning black cherries) on the nose, but comes out very good in the end. It's full bodied and richly textured, with pretty notes of lavender and thyme accenting black cherry flavors and a long velvety finish. Drink it over the next several months.",,23,89,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Les Trois Couronnes 2011 Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trois-couronnes-2011-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Les Trois Couronnes 14.2,Red,US,"After years of underperforming with Merlot, Merriam comes roaring back with this rich, savory wine. With blackberry, raisin, blueberry, licorice and pepper flavors. This finishes dry and spicy.",Windacre Estate,28,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merriam 2010 Windacre Estate Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2010-windacre-estate-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,2010,Merriam 14,Red,Argentina,"Roasted black-fruit aromas are leathery and spicy but not baked or overly stewy. This feels rugged, meaty and tannic, with muscular plum, blackberry and smoky, spicy flavors that finish toasty, with tannic clamp. Drink through 2016.",Reserva,17,89,Other,Cafayate,,Quara 2011 Reserva Malbec (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quara-2011-reserva-malbec-cafayate/,Malbec,2011,Quara 15,Red,US,"Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon (94%) along with Malbec and Petit Verdot, it has the flavor of a Mounds bar with sweet notes of chocolate and coconut along with dark cherry, herbs, and moist soil. It's rich and full bodied with tannins adding a gritty mouthfeel.",Sentinel Red Wine Northridge Vineyard,50,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Milbrandt 2010 Sentinel Red Wine Northridge Vineyard Red (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2010-sentinel-red-wine-northridge-vineyard-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Red Blend,2010,Milbrandt 20,Port/Sherry,US,"Made only in optimal years and from a mysterious blend of varieties (most likely Petite Sirah-based), Opportunity is strong in coffee, leather and baked plum, balanced but exuberant in a luxurious texture with a nutty finish. It is fortified with grape brandy and made in a tawny style.",Opportunity,26,89,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Occasio 2010 Opportunity Port (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/occasio-2010-opportunity-port-blend-port-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Port,2010,Occasio 14.5,Red,Argentina,"The bouquet deals black-fruit aromas, earth notes and molasses. In the mouth, this maintains a fruit-forward outlook via jammy weight and ripe flavors of blueberry, blackberry and cassis. Mocha and coffee flavors along with textural density are what drive the finish.",The Soul of Argentina Reserve,18,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nuna 2011 The Soul of Argentina Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nuna-2011-soul-argentina-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Nuna 14,Red,France,"This is a dark, earthy wine. Clove and leather notes accent modest black-cherry fruit, but the texture is plush and silky, making it approachable now.",Cuvée Jean Vieilles Vignes,39,89,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Andrieux & Fils 2010 Cuvée Jean Vieilles Vignes Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrieux-fils-2010-cuvee-jean-vieilles-vignes-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Andrieux & Fils 15,Red,US,"With 15% alcohol by volume, this is the headiest of Foxen's new 2011 reds. A blend of Grenache and Mourvèdre, it's fruity almost to the point of sweetness in raspberries and cherries, but turns dry and crisp on the finish. A delightful red wine to drink now with almost anything, and you can even put a little chill on it.",Cuvée Jeanne Marie,44,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Foxen 2011 Cuvée Jeanne Marie Grenache-Mourvèdre (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2011-cuvee-jeanne-marie-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-mourvedre-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache-Mourvèdre,2011,Foxen 15.1,Red,US,"This ambitious effort stars flavors so ripe and fantastic, they defy description. The wine, with a few drops of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, explodes in blackberries, black cherries, currants, mocha, sweet licorice, plum and new oak flavors. The tannins are magnificent, the oak integration beautiful. The chief criticism is that the alcohol level is high, and gives the wine a burn of heat.",Yountville Selection Estate Grown,175,89,California,Napa,Yountville,Grgich Hills 2009 Yountville Selection Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2009-yountville-selection-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Grgich Hills 13,White,Spain,"This is a bright, expressive Albariño with fresh apple and peach aromas. A zesty palate brings some spritz, which is normal for a wine that macerates in whole clusters. Flavors of honeydew, apple and lime finish with minerally tightness.",Maceración Carbónica,25,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Maior de Mendoza 2012 Maceración Carbónica Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maior-mendoza-2012-maceracion-carbonica-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2012,Maior de Mendoza 12.5,Red,France,"Lucien Lardy takes the risk of not using sulfur during fermentation, giving a wine that retains its great fruitiness. It's bright, full of red cherry fruits and lively acidity. Tannins are a hint in the background, enough to give structure but not to suggest long aging. Drink until 2018.",Les Roches,20,89,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Lucien Lardy 2012 Les Roches (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-lardy-2012-roches-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2012,Lucien Lardy 14.5,Red,France,"A slightly rubbery note on the nose is really the only quibble with this wine, but a quick decanting should help clear it up. Beyond that, it displays cocoa and coffee notes layered over a core of black cherry fruit. It's medium to full in body, with a slightly creamy texture and a long, softly dusty finish. Drink now–2020.",,25,89,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Louis Bernard 2010 Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2010-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Louis Bernard 14.3,White,US,"This delicious Chardonnay combines brisk acidity and ripe tropical fruit and oak flavors, resulting in a rich wine. What it lacks in complexity it makes up for in opulence.",Soberanes Vineyard,41,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2011 Soberanes Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-soberanes-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Testarossa 14.4,Red,US,"This tasty Pinot is one of Testarossa's more forward wines from the 2011 vintage. It shows the delicacy of texture and mouthwatering acidity that characterize all the wines, with candied flavors of raspberry, blueberry, mint and cola, enriched, as always, by lucious, smoky oak. It may be that the vines need some more age, for the underlying terroir seems fine.",Guidotti Vineyard,60,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2011 Guidotti Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-guidotti-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Testarossa 14.5,Red,Argentina,"The nose on this Malbec-Merlot blend starts off charred and leathery, but with airing you'll get roasted berry fruit scents and mild stalky characteristics. Flavors of roasted berries, rubber and leather finish loud, with muscular tannins and blazing acidity.",Ciclos,28,89,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2011 Ciclos Malbec-Merlot (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2011-ciclos-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cafayate/,Malbec-Merlot,2011,Michel Torino 13.5,Red,Spain,"Smooth berry aromas have a vanilla leaning due to ample oak. The mouthfeel is fresh and a touch clipped and choppy, while flavors of vanilla and wood accent traditional red-berry and plum flavors. On the finish, vanilla and cocoa flavors create a good ending. Drink now.",Reserva,25,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2008 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2008-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Marqués de Cáceres 14.5,Red,France,"This supple yet mouthfilling wine boasts intense notes of garrigue--that Provençal blend of wild thyme, bay leaf and lavender--layered over hints of pepper and a base of cherry fruit. A hint of cocoa emerges on the short but pleasant finish. Drink it now and over the next couple of years.",,35,89,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Les Trois Couronnes 2011 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trois-couronnes-2011-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Les Trois Couronnes 13,Rose,France,"A good value in rosé, this Tavel is medium bodied yet remains bright and juicy in style. Raspberry and cherry fruit sets the mouth watering, then lingers harmoniously on the finish. Should drink well through at least early summer 2014.",,14,89,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Lavau 2012 Tavel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavau-2012-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2012,Lavau 12.5,Red,France,"This wine's name translates to “cherry,” and cherries are in its aroma along with spice. The palate shows a juicy, forward fruity character, a tang of acidity and soft tannins. It's a fine wine, but not for long-term aging so drink now and over the next few months.",Les Cerisiers Vieilles Vignes,20,89,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Pascal Aufranc 2012 Les Cerisiers Vieilles Vignes (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-aufranc-2012-cerisiers-vieilles-vignes-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2012,Pascal Aufranc 13.5,Red,Spain,"This opens with staunch green aromas that shout out bell pepper and herbaceous. But give it air and this Cabernet Sauvignon-led blend comes around to show spicy baked-berry flavors on a tannic, full-bodied frame. On the finish, it's herbal, stout and round, with leafy flavors to go with dark-fruit notes. Drink through 2018.",Carlota,35,89,Northern Spain,Empordà,,Oliver Conti 2009 Carlota Red (Empordà),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oliver-conti-2009-carlota-red-emporda/,Red Blend,2009,Oliver Conti 13,White,Spain,"Apple, pear and green-melon aromas are clean and typical for Albariño from Rías Baixas. In the mouth, this feels healthy, with leesy weight matched by firm acids. Flavors of melon, apple, green herbs and grass finish with a note of saline and sea shell.",,20,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo de Barrantes 2012 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-barrantes-2012-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2012,Pazo de Barrantes 12.8,White,US,"Several different clones are blended into this Loire-influenced Sauvignon Blanc. The freshness and tart, tangy citrus fruit flavors are impressive, and would certainly match well to a plate of raw oysters.",Red Willow Vineyard,15,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Savage Grace 2012 Red Willow Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savage-grace-2012-red-willow-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Savage Grace 14.7,Red,US,"This is roughly one-third each of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, and their individual contributions work harmoniously to craft a dark, meaty wine with cassis, licorice, smoke and espresso flavors. Suggestions of black tea and black coffee continue the thread, until the fruit trails off and the finish fades, a bit shorter than expected.",Vireo,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2009 Vireo Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2009-vireo-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2009,Goose Ridge 12.5,Red,Spain,"This is a riper-style gran reserva with baked, slightly mulchy aromas of berry fruits that turn more exotic and spicy as they open. Leafy flavors of spice and earth come with caramel richness, while rooty spice and dry tannins control the finish.",Gran Reserva,25,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Castillo Clavijo 2005 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-clavijo-2005-gran-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2005,Castillo Clavijo 12.5,White,France,"A really crisp wine, loaded with apple and citrus, with light flavors of almonds that bring out the intensity of the wine. This is delicious and refreshing, with bright acidity on the close.",Coteau de la Biche,17,89,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Pichot 2012 Coteau de la Biche (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pichot-2012-coteau-biche-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2012,Domaine Pichot 14.4,Red,US,"A decadent Petit Verdot, this boasts aromas of pastry spices, dark berry compote and violets, with touches of thyme and licorice. It is robust and lush, and packs manicured tannins and lifting acids that remain balanced on the floral finish.",Reserve,30,89,Virginia,Virginia,,Barboursville Vineyards 2010 Reserve Petit Verdot (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-2010-reserve-petit-verdot-petite-virginia/,Petit Verdot,2010,Barboursville Vineyards 15,Red,Spain,"Oak, lactic aromas and herbal hints precede a hard, tannic palate. In the mouth, things run ripe, raisiny and dark, with a focus on blueberry, mint, raisin and coffee flavors. A fiery feeling yet chocolaty tasting finish pours on the power. Drink through 2018.",Ritme Vinyes Velles Boniques Garnatxa-Carinyena,25,89,Catalonia,Priorat,,Acústic 2011 Ritme Vinyes Velles Boniques Garnatxa-Carinyena Grenache-Carignan (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acustic-2011-ritme-vinyes-velles-boniques-garnatxa-carinyena-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-carignan-priorat/,Grenache-Carignan,2011,Acústic 14,White,Italy,This refreshing white from Sardinia has a dried floral fragrance with a whiff of Mediterranean herbs. The palate offers creamy white peach and mineral flavors that finish crisp and clean.,Costamolino,16,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Sardegna,,Argiolas 2012 Costamolino (Vermentino di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiolas-2012-costamolino-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-sardegna/,Vermentino,2012,Argiolas 14.5,Red,France,"Herbal and fruity with tannic red berries, this is a wine that surprises by its juicy freshness that comes right through the firm, solid exterior. With its concentration and rich, peppery character, it does have weight and should age. Drink from 2016.",La Forgeronne,,89,Southwest France,Fronton,,Château Bouissel 2011 La Forgeronne Red (Fronton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouissel-2011-forgeronne-red-fronton/,Red Blend,2011,Château Bouissel 14.5,Red,France,"The local cave cooperative has turned out a full-bodied, supple Vacqueyras under this label, plump with black cherry and plum fruit. It's an easy-drinking wine, with a spicy, leathery finish. Drink now.",Château des Hautes Ribes,29,89,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Vignerons de Caractère 2011 Château des Hautes Ribes Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-caractere-2011-chateau-hautes-ribes-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Vignerons de Caractère 13.5,Red,Spain,"Smoky, toasty and dark on the nose, this value-priced Rioja delivers plenty for the money. On the palate, it is smooth and ripe, with integrated tannins and proper acidity. Flavors of earth, loamy berry, plum and vanilla are supple and medium in intensity.",Crianza,13,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramón Bilbao 2010 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramon-bilbao-2010-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2010,Ramón Bilbao 14.7,Red,US,"This new Mistral is roughly half Grenache, the rest a mix of Syrah and four other grapes. It's immediately appealing, loaded with brown spices, plum cake, raisins and chocolate.",Mistral,29,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Convergence Zone 2011 Mistral Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/convergence-zone-2011-mistral-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Convergence Zone 12.5,White,US,"About 5% Viognier is blended into this spicy, round and fruity Pinot Gris. Complex and lively flavors suggest lemon and orange peel, melon, pear, and a hint of vanilla.",,11,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2012 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2012,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,Red,US,"2011 was an excellent year for this affordable Merlot, with small amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petit Verdot and Syrah included in the final blend. It seems to tilt more toward Bordeaux and away from California in style, bringing well-integrated hints of herb, tobacco and earth along with a core of black currant fruit.",,14,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2011 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2011-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2011,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14,Red,France,"Herbal and fresh, but balanced by bright cherry fruit, this is a supple, medium-bodied wine that would go great with grilled steaks or burgers, The slightly dusty finish has just the right astringency to stand up to those beefy flavors. Drink now–2017.",,20,89,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Domaine de Poulvarel 2009 Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-poulvarel-2009-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de Poulvarel 13.5,Red,Spain,"Tight, woody scents accent core plum aromas on this nicely balanced crianza. A fresh snap of acidity keeps weighty fruit and oak tannins in check, while raspberry, plum, pepper and bitter espresso flavors roll onto a seamless finish with black pepper and additional bitter notes.",Crianza,20,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Señorío de Sotillo 2010 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senorio-sotillo-2010-crianza-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,2010,Señorío de Sotillo 14.5,Red,France,"A $20 Châteauneuf-du-Pape? Yup, and it's pretty darn good, too. Thyme and clove notes accent the black cherry fruit, and meaty, savory flavors emerge on the palate. It's appropriately full bodied and perhaps a bit rustic, but satisfying. Drink now and over the next few years.",Cuvée de Nalys,20,89,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Kirkland Signature 2011 Cuvée de Nalys Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2011-cuvee-nalys-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Kirkland Signature 13,Dessert,Italy,"This dessert wine from southern Italy offers a fragrance of apricot, walnut and smoke. The palate delivers ripe but restrained apricot and honey with hints of walnut while the fresh acidity leaves the palate clean and refreshed. Drink after dinner or pair with apple pie. Serve slightly chilled.",Melizie Passito,45,89,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Mastroberardino 2012 Melizie Passito Fiano (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2012-melizie-passito-italian-white-fiano-irpinia/,Fiano,2012,Mastroberardino 12.5,White,Italy,"Made from the Coda di Volpe grape, this polished white from southern Italy opens with aromas of peach, citrus and yellow flowers with a whiff of flint. The palate blossoms with time in the glass, showing ripe yellow peach, pear and lemon drop along with mineral notes.",Bianco,20,89,Southern Italy,Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio,,Mastroberardino 2012 Bianco Coda di Volpe (Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2012-bianco-italian-white-coda-volpe-lacryma-christi-vesuvio/,Coda di Volpe,2012,Mastroberardino 14.5,White,Spain,"Mostly neutral aromas include a note of peach and citrus, and a hint of butterscotch. The body is full and the textue is good, while the overall balance is on the money. Creamy flavors of vanilla, coconut cake, toffee and baked apple finish similarly, with some heat and burn.",Barranc dels Closos,28,89,Catalonia,Priorat,,Mas Igneus 2011 Barranc dels Closos White (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-igneus-2011-barranc-dels-closos-white-priorat/,White Blend,2011,Mas Igneus 8,Dessert,US,"The grape is Scheurebe, grown in Germany and Austria, a variety that lends itself to dessert wines. The wine is lush, with honey, apricot, tangerine and vanilla flavors. It's a little soft for such sweetness, but superdelicious.",Eisrébe,50,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 2012 Eisrébe Scheurebe (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2012-eisrebe-other-white-scheurebe-napa-valley/,Scheurebe,2012,Joseph Phelps 9.5,Dessert,US,"Cold-fermented in stainless steel after being harvested at 31.4 degrees Brix, this Late-Harvest Riesling is ripe in apple and honey, with a sustained level of rich earth notes from the 134 g/L residual sugar. Crisp and light, it's balanced and ideal for after-dinner cheeses or poached pears.",Late Harvest,30,89,California,Lake County,Lake County,Schug 2012 Late Harvest Riesling (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2012-late-harvest-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Riesling,2012,Schug 14,Red,Argentina,"This Cab opens with mellow, woody aromas on top of cassis and berry scents. The palate is a bit choppy and drying, but there's good structure to it along with attractive flavors of moss, earth, baked berry and light herbs.",,22,89,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Luigi Bosca 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-maipu/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Luigi Bosca 15,Dessert,US,"Elysium is crafted from Black Muscat grapes grown in the Central Valley near Madera and it tastes of raspberry jam and citrus peel, thick in texture but holding on to enough acidity to balance itself out. The residual sugar is 17.52%. Mix with Champagne for a California-style Kir Royale, the bubbles will really make it pop.",Elysium,25,89,California,California Other,California,Quady 2012 Elysium Black Muscat (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-2012-elysium-muscat-black-other/,Black Muscat,2012,Quady 15,Red,Spain,"Earthy berry and gritty toast and leather aromas form a strong, masculine bouquet. This feels flush but also jagged due to hard tannins. Flavors of blackberry, fine coffee, mint and oak lead to a spicy, peppery tasting finish with oaky notes and power. Drink through 2016.",Adaro de Prado Rey,,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 2010 Adaro de Prado Rey (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2010-adaro-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,2010,Pradorey 14.5,Red,Spain,"A wiry, minty nose with aromas of herbs, compost and strawberry is pushy and direct. In the mouth, this feels grabby and tight, with driving tannins. Flavors of baked berry, carob and herbs finish with a prune-driven character, heat and choppy tannins.",,25,89,Catalonia,Priorat,,Nita 2011 Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nita-2011-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2011,Nita 14.7,Red,US,"A very nice wine, showcasing the Napa style of lush, plush opulence. It's softly tannic, with ripe blackberry, raspberry, mocha and cedar flavors. Not an ager—drink by 2015.",Double Lariat,45,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jamieson Ranch 2011 Double Lariat Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamieson-ranch-2011-double-lariat-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Jamieson Ranch 13.5,Rose,France,"Gournier's rosé is a full-bodied, richly textured wine, filled with cherry-berry fruit and accented by hints of crushed stone on both the aromatic nose and lengthy finish. Drink up.",,12,89,Rhône Valley,Vin de Pays des Cévennes,,Domaine de Gournier 2012 Rosé (Vin de Pays des Cévennes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gournier-2012-rose-vin-pays-cevennes/,Rosé,2012,Domaine de Gournier 12.5,Dessert,France,"Just beginning to show its age, this is a wine that was once beautifully sweet. Now, it is the acidity that is coming through, emphasizing orange juice rather than honey. It's now become a food wine, ready for fish with the local beurre blanc sauce.",Les Larmes de Bacchus,103,89,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Pichot 1995 Les Larmes de Bacchus (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pichot-1995-larmes-bacchus-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,1995,Domaine Pichot 13.5,White,US,"With almost half of this wine aged in new French oak, it's barrel forward with notes of char and caramel along with tropical fruit. This fruit expression helps to retain a sense of elegance that carries through the finish.",Canoe Ridge Estate,22,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Chateau Ste. Michelle 2011 Canoe Ridge Estate Chardonnay (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2011-canoe-ridge-estate-chardonnay-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Chardonnay,2011,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Root beer, marzipan and wood-accented berry aromas lead to a pleasant, medium-bodied palate with cassis and blackberry flavors that are robust at first but hollow out with time. Toast, dark chocolate and herbal flavors ride high on a fresh, driving finish.",Lassia Select,14,89,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega Patritti 2010 Lassia Select Red (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-patritti-2010-lassia-select-red-patagonia/,Red Blend,2010,Bodega Patritti 12.5,White,Spain,"This inaugural barrel-fermented white blend is gold in color and toasty on the nose, with baked apple, a pinch of sweat and heavy raw-oak aromas. A resiny mouthfeel leads to a savory palate with more wood and corn flavor than fruit. The finish has a smooth feel and lasting oaky flavors.",Tres Viñas Blanco Reserva Viura-Malvasia-Garnacha Blanca,,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baron De Ley 2008 Tres Viñas Blanco Reserva Viura-Malvasia-Garnacha Blanca White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-ley-2008-tres-vinas-blanco-reserva-viura-malvasia-garnacha-blanca-white-rioja/,White Blend,2008,Baron De Ley 14,Red,Argentina,"This bold, earthy Malbec delivers aromas of cured meat and stewed notes, with some medicinal and floral smells. It's concentrated and chewy but not syrupy, with roasted plum and berry flavors running side by side with savory spice, pepper and brown sugar. A toasty finish has mild heat to it.",Apreciado,22,90,Other,Cafayate,,Yacochuya 2011 Apreciado Malbec (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yacochuya-2011-apreciado-malbec-cafayate/,Malbec,2011,Yacochuya 14.3,Red,US,"The wine spent 20 months in 50% new French oak, and tastes like it still has the substantial, ripe, dark rich fruit to more than handle the barrel flavors. Black cherry and cassis meet mocha and espresso head on, swirling together into a lush, tasty finish.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Two Vintners 2010 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-vintners-2010-pepper-bridge-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2010,Two Vintners 14.1,Red,US,"Earthy, mushroom and cola flavors bring a rich depth to the California-ripe raspberries and cherries in this brightly tart wine. Blended from Mourvèdre, Counoise, Grenache Noir, Sangiovese and Syrah, it's a successful, innovative wine whose silkiness invites comparisons to a fine Pinot Noir.",Calon,40,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Lone Madrone 2011 Calon Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lone-madrone-2011-calon-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2011,Lone Madrone 13.5,Red,US,"Blended with 10% Syrah, this is a voluptuous, rich wine, dry and full-bodied. It has blackberry, blueberry, chocolate, bacon and sweet oak flavors. Clearly the winery's best, albeit most expensive Cabernet ever, it's gorgeous to drink now.",Signature Series,37,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,One Hope 2009 Signature Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/one-hope-2009-signature-series-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,One Hope 14,Red,Argentina,"Although this opens with woodsy aromas, things settle with airing as berry and black currant notes emerge. This is thick and voluminous, with a cushy body. Flavors of black plum, blackberry and herbs come with high-toned notes of tomato and saline, while the finish feels plump and meaty.",,22,90,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Luigi Bosca 2010 Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2010-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2010,Luigi Bosca 13.5,White,US,"Soft, smooth and ripe, this wine has a sure-fire crowd-pleasing style. It's bursting with flavors of banana, papaya and pear, with just enough acidity to keep it from turning flabby. Put a little chill on it and drink soon.",,24,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2011 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2011-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Goose Ridge 14.5,Red,Spain,"Briary, woody, scratchy aromas announce plenty of new oak, and there are also balsamic notes, leather and wild berry scents to ponder. The palate is big, grapy and lusty, while the flavors are baked, jammy and finish with a clear note of raisin as well as chocolate.",Selección,42,90,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Godelia 2009 Selección Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/godelia-2009-seleccion-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2009,Godelia 14.5,Red,Spain,"Despite showing rubber and roughness on the nose, this is attractive up front, with rewarding aromas of coconut, blackberry and licorice. The palate offers a solid stucture, ample oak and creamy flavors of black cherry and cassis. A big, tannic finish is fruity but doesn't offer a lot of spice or complexity. Drink through 2016.",Formíga de Galena,23,90,Catalonia,Priorat,,Domini de la Cartoixa 2010 Formíga de Galena Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-cartoixa-2010-formiga-galena-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2010,Domini de la Cartoixa 12,White,France,"As dense as Muscadet gets, this is a full, concentrated wine in its white fruit flavors. Its broad, rounded character is pierced by lemon and lime acidity. Age for six months.",Vieilles Vignes Sur Lie,18,90,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Gadais Père et Fils 2010 Vieilles Vignes Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gadais-pere-fils-2010-vieilles-vignes-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2010,Gadais Père et Fils 12,White,France,"A complex style of Muscadet, this starts with crisp citrus flavors and a tight structure. It has density and a fine, nervy edge that offers a delicate perfumed character as well as the possibility of aging. Drink from 2014. Screwcap.",Les Frères Couillaud Vieilles Vignes Sur Lie,16,90,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Château de la Ragotiere 2012 Les Frères Couillaud Vieilles Vignes Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ragotiere-2012-freres-couillaud-vieilles-vignes-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2012,Château de la Ragotiere 14.2,Red,US,"The chilly vintage shows in the light delicacy of this Pinot Noir. It's pale in color and quite tart in the mouth, which gives the cherries, cranberries and cola a bite. There's a rich jacket of oak, while the official alcohol level is 14.2% by volume. Drink now–2016.",Nobles Vineyard,55,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Davies 2011 Nobles Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davies-2011-nobles-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Davies 14.9,Red,US,"This Cabernet Sauvignon is subtle and restrained on first sniff, but only takes a few swirls to unlock its expressive aromas of blackberry, cassis, brown spice and undergrowth. Medium to full bodied, the palate bears seamless acidity and refined tannins. The finish shows some warmth, but mocha notes linger, creating balance.",Reserve,40,90,Virginia,Virginia,,Barboursville Vineyards 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-virginia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Barboursville Vineyards 14,Red,France,"This medium-sized négociant is making an effort at upgrading its wines, and this is a solid example. Thyme and bay leaf notes mark the black cherry fruit, picking up hints of black tea that turn dusty and dry on the finish. A bit stern for the vintage, it should be consumed over the next couple of years before the fruit fades.",,34,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Lavau 2011 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavau-2011-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Lavau 13.5,Red,US,"This might be the best value Pinot out there. Light in color and strong in Bing cherry flavor and aroma, smoothly textured and well-balanced, it's made from organic grapes to boot. A fine and rare example of a Mendocino Pinot that's not overly complicated or fussy.",,16,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2011 Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2011-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Bonterra 13.5,White,US,"Zocker flies under the radar with this Austrian variety, but insiders understand. The winery consistently produces one of the best in California. The wine leans toward the style of today's dry, unoaked, low alcohol and crisply acidic white wines, with complex flavors of citrus fruit, nectarine, peach, honey and minerals.",Paragon Vineyard,20,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Zocker 2012 Paragon Vineyard Grüner Veltliner (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zocker-2012-paragon-vineyard-gruner-veltliner-central-coast-edna-valley/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Zocker 14.3,White,US,"This intriguing blend of Viognier, Roussanne, Marsanne and Sémillon comes from a trio of excellent Walla Walla vineyards. Fresh grapefruit, pineapple and peach notes swirl together, framed by light almond. Young, forward and delicious, it has the length and stuffing to age for another 3–5 years.",deVine,16,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Beresan 2012 deVine White (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beresan-2012-devine-white-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Rhône-style White Blend,2012,Beresan 14,Red,France,"This is a powerhouse of ripe fruits, strong tannins and dark acidity. It burst out of the glass with its bold, firm flavors and solid structure. It is already balanced, the fruit complementing the dense texture. But it will certainly develop more and age very well. Drink in 2016 and until 2022.",,19,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Haut-Monplaisir 2011 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-monplaisir-2011-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Château Haut-Monplaisir 14.5,Red,US,"The vast amount of complexity in this makes it a Cabernet Sauvignon on steroids. The acidity is mouthwatering, the tannins are hard, the oak is pronounced and the alcohol is evident. This wine is a fruit orchard in a glass, bursting with ripe blackberries, plums and cherries. The parts haven't begun to knit together, but six years in the cellar will allow them to begin the process.",Hidden Block,65,90,California,Napa,St. Helena,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 2010 Hidden Block Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/materra-2010-hidden-block-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 12.5,White,Italy,This gorgeous white from southern Italy has enticing aromas of apricots along with lemon zest and almond. The structured but elegant palate delivers intense peach and citrus notes along with crisp acidity that leaves a clean finish. Pair this with seafood or fresh pasta salads.,,25,90,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,Mastroberardino 2012 Greco di Tufo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2012-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,2012,Mastroberardino 14.5,Red,Italy,"Made from native grape Nero d'Avola, this offers intense aromas of blackberry, pepper and menthol with whiffs of toasted oak. The palate delivers a tight core of sour cherry and blackberry layered with spicy pepper, cinnamon and espresso. It's still young and wound up so drink after 2015.",Don Antonio,42,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Morgante 2010 Don Antonio Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgante-2010-don-antonio-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Morgante 13.9,Red,Argentina,"This single-vineyard wine is always dense and powerful. This edition opens with prune, blackberry, Graham cracker and earthy aromas. In the mouth, it's pinched, with rubbery tannins. Salty, roasted flavors are true to the Salta region, while the finish is black in flavor and bulky in feel.",Don David Finca La Maravilla #6,23,90,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2012 Don David Finca La Maravilla #6 Malbec (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2012-don-david-finca-maravilla-6-malbec-cafayate/,Malbec,2012,Michel Torino 14.7,White,US,"This wine shows the acidity of its cool Central Coast appellation, with ripe, long hang-time flavors of tropical fruit, apricot and peach, along with plenty of toasty oak notes. You'll want to drink this wine with rich fare, like complex scallop and shrimp dishes.",Ambassador's,30,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Orfila 2012 Ambassador's Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-2012-ambassadors-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Orfila 14,Red,Spain,"Heady aromas of baked black fruits and creamy oak maintain a level of authenticity and freshness despite coming across rich and ripe. In the mouth, this is firm in feel, with strapping tannins in support of black cherry, cassis, black plum and spice flavors. On the finish, things turn loamy and earthy on the fade.",Vinea Crianza,18,90,Northern Spain,Cigales,,Museum 2009 Vinea Crianza Tinto del Pais (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/museum-2009-vinea-crianza-tempranillo-tinto-pais-cigales/,Tinto del Pais,2009,Museum 14.6,Red,US,"This is the winery's best Pinot since 2007, although it does seem to be peaking. The raspberry, cherry, cola and sandalwood flavors are housed in a tart, silky texture. Grilled tuna strongly suggests itself.",,40,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,B.R. Cohn 2010 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,B.R. Cohn 13.5,Red,Spain,"Hard, rubbery aromas lead to a rubbery feeling, tannic palate. The blend is almost all Callet, a local variety on the island of Mallorca, and the flavors are earthy, minerally and herbal, with oak sitting on top of everything. A chewy, deep finish with licorice and herbal notes is lasting and encouraging.",Àn,50,90,Spanish Islands,Vi de la Terra Mallorca,,Ànima Negra 2010 Àn Red (Vi de la Terra Mallorca),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anima-negra-2010-an-red-vi-terra-mallorca/,Red Blend,2010,Ànima Negra 14.5,Red,France,"A perennially attention-worthy wine, the Jaume family's Grande Garrigue Vacqueyras combines bold black cherry fruit with spicy notes suggestive of licorice root and bay leaf. It's full bodied and round in the mouth, but the fruit remains fresh, ending on a mouthwatering note of acidity. Drink now–2018.",Grand Garrigue,29,90,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Alain Jaume et Fils 2011 Grand Garrigue Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-jaume-fils-2011-grand-garrigue-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Alain Jaume et Fils 14.1,White,US,"Sadly, just 150 cases were made of this excellent blend of 75% Chardonnay and 25% Viognier. Sexy and plump with tree fruits, kissed with butterscotch and propped up with deliciously juicy acids. This yum-fest shows excellent concentration and length.",Bramble Bump White,17,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2012 Bramble Bump White Chardonnay-Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2012-bramble-bump-white-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2012,JM Cellars 12.5,White,Spain,"Minerally lemon and stone-fruit aromas set up a leesy, layered palate with delicious flavors of lemon cake, tangerine and apple. The finish is clear and fairly long, with some creaminess. This is totally uncomplicated and tastes great. For the price you can't ask for much more.",,14,90,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Lagar de Indra 2012 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagar-indra-2012-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2012,Lagar de Indra 14.7,Red,US,"With a Cabernet this decadently rich and delicious, there's no questioning its immediate appeal or food-friendliness with your best beef and game dishes. It's deliriously ripe and sweet in blackberries, cherries, anise and cocoa, with a wonderfully sweet coating of oak. The question is, will it age? The answer is that the next six years will present no problems. Beyond that, all bets are off.",Fortuna Vineyard Estate Grown,75,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2010 Fortuna Vineyard Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2010-fortuna-vineyard-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Turnbull 13.5,White,US,"Albariño is gaining popularity in America as a dry, tart white wine and Tangent is a large part of the trend. This is one of the best in California, dependably clean and vibrant in green apple, Meyer lemon and grapefruit flavors, with a hint of gooseberries. With production of 5,301 cases, this 2012 unoaked wine should be easy to find.",Paragon Vineyard,17,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tangent 2012 Paragon Vineyard Albariño (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2012-paragon-vineyard-albarino-central-coast-edna-valley/,Albariño,2012,Tangent 14.9,Red,US,"High alcohol and lots of new French oak combine with cherry and cola flavors to make this fancy wine drinkable now. It's a sexy wine, softly tannic and velvety, and is already displaying some sediment.",Estate,50,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,St. Supéry 2010 Estate Cabernet Franc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2010-estate-cabernet-franc-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Franc,2010,St. Supéry 14.5,White,France,"Very rich and packed with yellow and tropical fruits, this is a complex, wood-aged wine. It has a strong toasty edge that gives burnt spice that is balanced by the rich fruitiness. Acidity follows, making an appearance in the fresh finish. Drink from 2014.",Moulin des Dames,,90,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château Tour des Gendres 2011 Moulin des Dames White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2011-moulin-dames-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château Tour des Gendres 13.9,Red,US,"Generous and aromatic, this flavorful Merlot is a showcase for ripe black cherry fruit, accented with strong streaks of vanilla and tobacco. The plush, dark fruit leads into a tasty, toasty finish, with notes of licorice and smoke.",Grand Estates,12,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2011 Grand Estates Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2011-grand-estates-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2011,Columbia Crest 14.8,Red,US,"The Wautoma Springs Vineyard is close to Cold Creek—arguably Ste. Michelle's flagship site, where Cabernet Sauvignon is the star. Firm and pure, it's a mineral-driven wine with prominent flavors of cassis. The tannins are firm and proportionate, and the wine shows little evidence of the time spent in 60% new French oak.",Reserve Wautoma Springs Vineyard,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2010 Reserve Wautoma Springs Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2010-reserve-wautoma-springs-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Columbia Crest 14,White,Spain,"At first, this smells so minerally it's like iodine or a container of vitamins. With airing, it opens to show white-fruit scents and rugged, sweaty notes. In the mouth, this is fresh and tightly wound, with minerality to the max. Flavors of vanilla, applesauce and toast finish with an echo of baked apple and vanilla. Drink now through 2018.",Nelin,52,90,Catalonia,Priorat,,Clos Mogador 2010 Nelin White (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-mogador-2010-nelin-white-priorat/,White Blend,2010,Clos Mogador 13,White,US,"Coming from 15-year-old vines at Wallula Vineyard, this is a well-constructed wine with barely a hair out of place. True to the vintage, it's light and elegant in style with notes of toast, straw and melon that linger effortlessly on the finish. Needs some time to open up and drinks best slightly chilled.",Wallula Vineyard,55,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Silverback 2011 Wallula Vineyard Chardonnay (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverback-2011-wallula-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Chardonnay,2011,Silverback 13.5,White,US,"Tangent's unoaked Sauvignon Blancs are consistently good, and make versatile wines for food pairing. This 2012 vintage really defines their style. The wine is rich and dry in honey, limes, lemons and nectarines, with acidity so tart, it makes the mouth water. The winemaker suggests pairing with oysters, but it will go with almost anything.",Paragon Vineyard,13,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tangent 2012 Paragon Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2012-paragon-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-edna-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Tangent 14.5,Red,France,"Despite being rather full bodied, the tannins in this wine are surprisingly silky in texture, framing complex notes of black cherries, dried herbs, leather and brined meat. Good length on the finish, too. Drink now–2018.",,42,90,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Lavau 2011 Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavau-2011-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Lavau 12.5,White,France,"Despite its modest acidity, this is a rich, overwhelmingly herbaceous wine. It has red currant and intense citrus flavors and considerable concentration. This white wine needs at least six months before drinking.",Anciennes Vignes,26,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Patient Cottat 2012 Anciennes Vignes (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patient-cottat-2012-anciennes-vignes-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Patient Cottat 14.5,Red,France,"This wine shows some superripe Grenache character in its almost peach- or apricot-like fruit, but there's also hints of cherry and almond skin. The texture is very open and soft, marked by suppleness and silky, tea-like tannins. Drink now–2020.",Domaine la Crau des Papes,45,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Louis Bernard 2010 Domaine la Crau des Papes Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2010-domaine-crau-papes-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Louis Bernard 14.3,Red,US,"The counties are San Benito, Sonoma and Monterey, all cool-climate regions whose maritime influence shows in the wine's acidity and silkiness. The vintage's ideal growing condition is illustrated by brilliantly ripe raspberry and cherry fruit. It's not likely this has much potential for aging, so drink this beautiful wine now.",Reata Three County,30,90,California,California Other,California,Jamieson Ranch 2012 Reata Three County Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamieson-ranch-2012-reata-three-county-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2012,Jamieson Ranch 15.5,Red,US,"This is a big old bruiser of a wine, substantially Syrah, with smaller amounts of Mourvèdre and Cabernet Sauvignon. Blueberry, blackberry and balsamic highlights fill the palate, finishing with a thick hit of coffee liqueur. It's a generously fruity effort, and drinking quite nicely already.",Cellar Select Artist Series,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2010 Cellar Select Artist Series Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2010-cellar-select-artist-series-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Goose Ridge 13,Dessert,Italy,"This dessert wine from southern Italy is made with the Montepulciano grape and offers aromas of violet and plum. The palate delivers mature blackberry and plum layered with cinnamon, nutmeg and white pepper. It's rich but not sticky sweet and has fresh acidity that leaves a clean finish.",Passito Nico',45,90,Central Italy,Controguerra,,Illuminati Dino 2007 Passito Nico' Montepulciano (Controguerra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/illuminati-dino-2007-passito-nico-italian-red-montepulciano-controguerra/,Montepulciano,2007,Illuminati Dino 14.6,Red,US,"Made in a fruit-forward style, this brims with rich, ripe flavors of raspberries and strawberries. It has a touch of sautéed wild mushrooms that brings a pleasant earthiness. It's a good wine to drink now, and should evolve nicely over the next six years.",North Bridge,42,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,HKG 2011 North Bridge Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hkg-2011-north-bridge-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,HKG 14.8,Red,US,"If you like the soft, sweet, oaky style of extremely ripe fruit, this Cabernet is for you. It's incredibly rich in blackberries, cherries, chocolate and oak. As sweet as it tastes, the finish is dry. Drink soon.",French Wedding,85,90,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Delectus 2010 French Wedding Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delectus-2010-french-wedding-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Delectus 8.5,Dessert,US,"A delightfully crisp, nearly clear late-harvest Muscat from Bonterra that's light in texture and finish. Mild, it suggests baked apple and would pair deliciously with hard, pungent cheeses.",Made With Organic Grapes Bartolucci Vineyard,18,90,California,Lake County,Lake County,Bonterra 2011 Made With Organic Grapes Bartolucci Vineyard Muscat (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2011-made-with-organic-grapes-bartolucci-vineyard-muscat-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Muscat,2011,Bonterra 13,Red,France,"A firm wine that has dark, dry tannins, giving a wine that has fine potential. It's certainly a food wine, as its name suggests, dense and full of black plum skin and black cherry fruits. It does need to age, so drink from 2015.",Hiver Gourmand,17,90,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Vignerons de Bel Air 2012 Hiver Gourmand (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-bel-air-2012-hiver-gourmand-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2012,Vignerons de Bel Air 14.2,Red,US,"What a nice wine for drinking now. It's softly tannic and rich, with fine acidity giving a clean raciness to the ripe blackberries, blueberries and mocha notes. Should be relatively easy to find, with 5,500 cases produced.",,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Flora Springs 14.3,Red,US,"Carmenère is rarely done in Washington, and even more rarely done so well, as it is with this wine. Ripening the grape is the challenge, but in 2010 it all came together at the Seven Hills vineyard, from which this pure varietal wine is sourced. A tight spine of fresh herb leads through a dry, tannic red with dried berry flavors and espresso livening up the finish.",,29,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Beresan 2010 Carmenère (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beresan-2010-carmenere-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Carmenère,2010,Beresan 15,Red,France,"Full bodied and a touch warm (from elevated alcohol), this is a large-scaled wine that comes across as a bit chunky but satisfying. Black cherry and earth flavors are perhaps just a touch stewy, but finish on a mouthwatering cola note that lasts. Drink 2015–2025.",Cuvée Capelane,40,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de l'Arnesque 2010 Cuvée Capelane Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-larnesque-2010-cuvee-capelane-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine de l'Arnesque 12.5,White,Spain,"Fresh hay and minerally white-fruit aromas lead to a firm, crisp, correct palate that's home to saline-influenced flavors of apple, peach and river stones. This finishes long, firm and strong, with impeccable freshness.",Esencia Diviña,23,90,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Adegas Gran Vinum 2012 Esencia Diviña Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adegas-gran-vinum-2012-esencia-divina-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2012,Adegas Gran Vinum 14.5,Red,US,"This is a fresh, bright Syrah that's also rich in flavor and texture, lush in plum and raspberry with a proper hit of pepper on the finish. With 6% Viognier in the mix, it shows some floral bouquet among the depth of earthy caramel and coconut.",Valenti Vineyard,38,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Baxter 2009 Valenti Vineyard Syrah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baxter-2009-valenti-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Syrah,2009,Baxter 14.3,Red,US,"A fine Cabernet, one of the best from Sonoma Valley. It's dry and firm in tannins, with complex black cherry, licorice, mocha and cedar flavors. A little softer and broader than a comparably-priced Napa Cab, it's no less ageworthy. Drink now–2020.",Olive Hill Estate Vineyards,55,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,B.R. Cohn 2009 Olive Hill Estate Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-2009-olive-hill-estate-vineyards-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,B.R. Cohn 14.5,Red,Italy,"This red from Sardinia has an unusual fragrance of Mediterranean scrub, wild flowers and blackberries. The lush palate offers layers of dense black fruit flavors layered with chocolate, clove and pepper wrapped in velvety tannins.",Korem,50,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Argiolas 2009 Korem Red (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiolas-2009-korem-red-isola-nuraghi/,Red Blend,2009,Argiolas 13.5,Red,Spain,"Pinched and fiery at first, the bouquet on this Mallorcan blend evolves to show earthy cherry and plum scents. A flush, mouthfilling body is dry and classy. Flavors of baked, earthy, savory cherry and plum come with a load of spice and herbal accents, while the finish is fit and complex. Drink through 2015.",Àn/2,25,90,Spanish Islands,Vi de la Terra Mallorca,,Ànima Negra 2010 Àn/2 Red (Vi de la Terra Mallorca),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anima-negra-2010-an-2-red-vi-terra-mallorca/,Red Blend,2010,Ànima Negra 14,Red,France,"Full-bodied but approachable, this wine shows a slightly horsey edge on the nose, and pleasingly suede-like flavors and textures underlying the raspberry fruit. It's a complex mélange that should likely be consumed over the next couple of years.",,15,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château de Ségriès 2012 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-segries-2012-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2012,Château de Ségriès 13.5,Red,US,"To call this the best California Pinot at this price on the market is not a back-handed compliment. It's a fine wine to drink now with Pinot-friendly fare, and what it lacks in depth it makes up for in immediate enjoyment. Shows real Pinot character, from the cherry, cola and pomegranate flavors to the acidity and delicacy.",,15,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Chalone Vineyard 2011 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Chalone Vineyard 13.8,Red,US,"More than half Merlot with the balance Cabernet Sauvignon (39%) and Syrah (10%), it's immediately appealing and freshly flavored with notes of bittersweet chocolate, cherry and dried herbs supported by a backbone of grainy tannins.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Browne Family Vineyards 2010 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/browne-family-2010-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Browne Family Vineyards 15.2,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet was aged in new French oak. That potent combo gives it an intensity of black currants and sweet buttered toast. The tannins are hard and the alcohol level is high. It's a bit predictable in the modern style, but delicious.",Le Petit Vice,55,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vice Versa 2010 Le Petit Vice Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vice-versa-2010-le-petit-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Vice Versa 4.5,Dessert,US,"A heady mix of jasmine and orange rind, Quady's Electra packs a lot of flavor into a light amount of alcohol, with residual sugar listed at 172.4 g/L. Slightly effervescent, it's subtle and light, ready to serve as a happy mixer in a range of cocktails, much the way an elderflower liqueur might work.",Electra,14,90,California,California Other,California,Quady 2012 Electra Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-2012-electra-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2012,Quady 14.8,Red,US,"A pleasurable, single-clone Pinot Noir. It shows the briskness and delicacy of a fine coastal wine, with layers of raspberries, cherries, spices and toast. Complexity comes with an intriguing earthy, mushroomy note. Decant and enjoy now with a great steak.",Clone 115,40,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Orfila 2012 Clone 115 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-2012-clone-115-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,Orfila 14.5,Red,US,"Blended with Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Malbec, this Merlot is notable for its full-bodied complexity and range and depth of flavor. It's a big wine, stuffed with black cherries, currants, cola, white chocolate, white pepper and sandalwood, and the finish goes on for a long time. In its youth, it's direct and flamboyant. Give it 5–6 years to let some maturity set in.",Unfiltered,60,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Newton 2010 Unfiltered Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2010-unfiltered-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Newton 13,Red,France,"A firm and tannic wine that brings out a fine, solid structure and concentration from old vines. Power and fruitiness are allied to a dry core of tannins that give a style and shape to the wine. This is a wine to age, so drink from 2015.",,26,90,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Richard Rottiers 2012 Moulin-à-Vent,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/richard-rottiers-2012-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2012,Richard Rottiers 13.5,White,France,"Perfumed apricot-flavored wine, this is rich, smooth and opulent. The ripe yellow fruits, with their hints of mango, are balanced by fragrant acidity. It's a full wine, with good concentration from aging on the lees. Drink now and until 2018.",La Côte d'Heux,18,90,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine Chiroulet 2011 La Côte d'Heux Gros Manseng (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chiroulet-2011-cote-dheux-other-white-gros-manseng-cotes-gascogne/,Gros Manseng,2011,Domaine Chiroulet 13,White,France,"A rich, smooth and perfumed wine that is full of soft textures, ripe white fruits and hints of tropical fruits. Vanilla, sultanas and white peaches are all there, giving a wine that is rich while also retaining good acidity as well as aging potential. Drink from 2016.",Le Jeanneton Parcelle no ZB 100,,90,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château Tour des Gendres 2011 Le Jeanneton Parcelle no ZB 100 Muscadelle (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2011-le-jeanneton-parcelle-no-zb-100-muscat-muscadelle-bergerac-sec/,Muscadelle,2011,Château Tour des Gendres 14,Red,France,"Aromas of new wood are confirmed on the palate by the dry, wood and spice character of this powerful wine. It has weight and the potential of ripe fruit, but that is for the future. Its solid structure and dark tannins need aging. Drink from 2016.",Château de Grézels Prestige,,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Saint-Didier-Parnac 2010 Château de Grézels Prestige Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-didier-parnac-2010-grezels-prestige-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2010,Château Saint-Didier-Parnac 14.5,Red,US,"This single vineyard reserve spent 18 months in barrel, 60% new French oak, and includes 8% Merlot in the blend. It's an interesting, bone-dry, slightly chalky wine, with sweet cherry and dark, bitter chocolate flavors. Tight and young, this is a good candidate to cellar for the next 8–10 years.",Reserve Beverly Vineyard,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2010 Reserve Beverly Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2010-reserve-beverly-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Columbia Crest 14,Red,Argentina,"Jammy berry fruits, violet notes and graham cracker define the bouquet on this high-quality, good-value Malbec. The palate isn't huge but it's well structured, and the flavors are exotic and out of the ordinary, with an emphasis on Middle Eastern spice and blue-fruit flavors. On the finish, it's chocolaty and spicy but loses steam quickly.",,18,90,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Benvenuto de la Serna 2009 Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benvenuto-serna-2009-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2009,Benvenuto de la Serna 12.9,White,US,"Sourced from 1978 plantings at the French Creek Vineyard, this opens with scents of pine needle and citrus skins. Fermented in neutral oak, it went through full malolactic fermentation, yet retains bracing acidity. The tangy fruit flavors conjure up green apples, white peaches and a hint of pine forest.",The Enchantress Old Vine,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Sleight of Hand 2011 The Enchantress Old Vine Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sleight-hand-2011-enchantress-old-vine-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2011,Sleight of Hand 10.5,White,US,"An immediately appealing wine with notes of freshly cut apple, apricot, mineral and jasmine. Though it has 17 g/L residual sugar, it drinks barely off dry with the vineyard's electric acidity more than balancing out the midpalate's sugar, providing a dry feel to the drawn-out finish. Equal parts phenolic feel and flavor, put it on the dinner table now to see it at its best.",Underwood Mountain Vineyard,17,90,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Savage Grace 2012 Underwood Mountain Vineyard Riesling (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savage-grace-2012-underwood-mountain-vineyard-riesling-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Riesling,2012,Savage Grace 13,Rose,France,"This wine shows ample weight and concentration for a rosé. Bold, berry-scented aromas lead into similar flavors on the palate, joined by a hint of white chocolate. The texture is silky, lingering gently on the long finish. Drink up over the next few months.",Reméage Rosé de,20,90,France Other,Vin de France,,Les Vins de Vienne 2012 Reméage Rosé de Syrah (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-vienne-2012-remeage-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin/,Syrah,2012,Les Vins de Vienne 14.8,Red,Argentina,"A reserved, interesting bouquet of pine and black fruits isn't overdone or overly oaky. In the mouth, this Cab is powerful and muscular, with a creamy, rich texture. Flavorwise, it's heady and creamy, with blackberry fruit and peppery spice on the finish. Drink through 2017.",,22,90,Mendoza Province,Perdriel,,Marchiori & Barraud 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Perdriel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchiori-barraud-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-perdriel/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Marchiori & Barraud 12.5,White,US,"It's no surprise that in this well-priced Columbia Valley lineup from Thorny Rose, it's the Riesling that takes best-of-show honors. Lightly off dry, it's a complex, delicious mix of tea, lemon, vanilla and butter cookie, with excellent concentration and balance.",,11,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Thorny Rose 2012 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thorny-rose-2012-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,Thorny Rose 14.2,White,US,"Rich and ripe in tropical fruit, apricot and peach flavors, this oaky Chardonnay is brightened by crisp acidity. The oakiness returns in the finish, which suggests buttered toast. Drink now.",Sierra Madre Vineyard,41,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 2011 Sierra Madre Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-sierra-madre-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Testarossa 14.4,White,US,"Rich and creamy in pineapple, orange and lime fruit, with a sweet coating of new oak, this Chardonnay is balanced with zesty acidity. It's an opulent, flashy wine.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,41,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 2011 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Testarossa 14.9,Red,US,"This is quite an interesting Pinot Noir. With a scent of mushrooms, cola and cherry pie and good acidity, it's Burgundian, with a pale color and a light, silky body. The alcohol is relatively high, but the wine wears it well. Although it's drinking well now, the wine should get a little better over the next 4–6 years.",,48,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Terra Valentine 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Terra Valentine 15,Red,France,"With its pretty aromas of dried spices, herbs and flowers, this is a relatively lightweight, easy-drinking example of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Red cherry fruit provides just enough padding for a framework of silky tannins. Drink now–2016.",,38,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Victor Berard 2011 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/victor-berard-2011-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Victor Berard 14,Red,Spain,"Blackberry, cassis and boysenberry aromas come with a touch of oak. This feels big and lush, with earthy, high-quality flavors of chocolate, toast, blackberry and chocolate. A long, fairly complex finish confirms this wine's standing. Drink through 2017.",Finca la Cuesta,22,90,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Luna Beberide 2010 Finca la Cuesta Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-beberide-2010-finca-cuesta-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2010,Luna Beberide 14,Red,Argentina,"This is a true Luján Malbec, with earthy berry aromas and a loamy topping to the nose. A ripe, chewy mouthfeel is braced by modest acidity, while vanilla, maple, mocha and blackberry flavors are oaky and modern in style. On the finish, the feel is creamy yet fresh, and the flavors echo the palate.",D.O.C. Single Vineyard,27,90,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Luigi Bosca 2010 D.O.C. Single Vineyard Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2010-doc-single-vineyard-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2010,Luigi Bosca 13.5,Red,US,"Notes of undergrowth and rose potpourri meld with touches of dark red berries in this idiosyncratic Pinotage. Medium to full bodied, this is a bold, concentrated effort, with an assertive acid-tannin framework. The succulent dried-strawberry flavor is delicious and would pair well with roasted herb-crusted quail.",Gilbert's Vineyard,27,90,Virginia,Monticello,,Lovingston 2011 Gilbert's Vineyard Pinotage (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lovingston-2011-gilberts-vineyard-pinotage-monticello/,Pinotage,2011,Lovingston 14.2,White,US,"This bottling combines, as usual, ripe tropical fruits, oak and minerals with excellent acidity to yield a wine that's opulent in the way of a rich Chardonnay, yet balanced and elegant. It's a full-bodied wine whose richness is almost over the top at this point. Give it up to three years of aging to mellow.",Rincon Vineyard,44,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2011 Rincon Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2011-rincon-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Talley 13.9,Red,US,"With a delicate mouthfeel, this is the best Sterling Pinot in years. It's also the most expensive, proof that the winery is upping their game. While it's not ageworthy, it is a classy wine, elegant and sophisticated, with a delicate texture framing complex raspberry, cola and pomegranate flavors.",,30,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sterling 2011 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2011-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2011,Sterling 14.5,Red,US,"Ripe in plum, raspberry and leather this is a full-bodied, smooth and long-lived Syrah ripe in pepper and coffee. Pair with wintertime meals that are equally rich and savory.",J & S Reserve,32,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Scott Harvey 2011 J & S Reserve Syrah (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-harvey-2011-j-s-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Syrah,2011,Scott Harvey 5.5,Dessert,US,"Rich in grenadine and orange peel flavor, Red Electra is infused with the perfume of jasmine. Slightly effervescent, it would be delightful over ice or mixed into a gin and tonic and at under 6% alcohol is a nice apéritif to serve any guest.",Red Electra,14,90,California,California Other,California,Quady 2012 Red Electra Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-2012-red-electra-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2012,Quady 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dusty plum and berry aromas come with hints of chocolate and vanilla. The palate on this cool-climate Pinot Noir is firm, fresh and honest, while flavors of spicy raspberry, red plum and vanilla finish with class. This is one of Undurraga's best Pinots to date.",Sibaris Reserva Especial,17,90,Leyda Valley,,,Undurraga 2012 Sibaris Reserva Especial Pinot Noir (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2012-sibaris-reserva-especial-pinot-noir-leyda-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,Undurraga 14.4,Red,US,"Tre is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah from five outstanding vineyards. In this cooler vintage the fruit flavors are brambly and heightened with sharp acidity. Raspberry compote, blueberry, black coffee and cacao all contribute to this wine's length and complexity. Drink within the next five years.",Tre,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2010 Tre Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2010-tre-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,JM Cellars 15,Red,US,"All the JM Cellars Syrahs are intriguing from the first sniff, here a mix of root beer, cola and brown spices, wrapped around plum cake. The wine is nicely balanced with natural acidity, and the fruit—mostly Stillwater Creek with some Klipsun, as well—is clean and fresh, though somewhat lighter than usual.",,38,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2010 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2010,JM Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-style blend was aged for 21 months in 70% new French oak, and breathes open to reveal a seamless and tasty mix of chocolate and cherries. The first sniffs suggest some green character, but it vanishes after being open a bit.",Longevity,42,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2010 Longevity Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2010-longevity-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,JM Cellars 14.3,Red,US,"This is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, with 18% Syrah filling out the blend. It's a young, forward wine, with mixed red and purple fruits—a comfortable fit in between the Widowmaker Cabernet and the single vineyard Syrahs. It displays the spice, earth and umami flavors of the Syrah, with the structure and leafy green accents of Cabernet Sauvignon. The most fruit-forward of the Cayuse wines, this is the one to drink soon.",The Lovers,80,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2010 The Lovers Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2010-lovers-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2010,Cayuse 14.7,Red,US,"The winery's Black Label is a blend of fruit from the best sections of their vineyards. With a few drops of Petit Verdot and Malbec in the blend, it's an enormous wine, dark in color and tannic, with a core of blackberries, blueberries and cocoa. The tannins are awesomely refined, and the acidity is just right. It has a youthful fruitiness that's attractive, but give it 7–10 years in the cellar and this wine should become special.",Black Label Estate Grown,120,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2010 Black Label Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2010-black-label-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Turnbull ,White,US,"Rosemary's is often the best of Talley's single-vineyard bottlings and the 2011 vintage proves this, yet again. It dominates in complexity, depth and elegance. The wine is vast in tropical and citrus fruits, apricots, nectarines and peaches, with new oak and sur lie aging playing important supporting roles. Beautiful to drink now, but should develop dried fruit and nut influences over the next six years.",Rosemary's Vineyard,48,93,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2011 Rosemary's Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2011-rosemarys-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Talley 15,Red,Spain,"Everything about this young Toro is exemplary. The bouquet is concentrated, and heady, with loamy aromas of raisin, cassis, leather and toast. The palate is chewy, layered and rich, and at 15% abv this exudes ripe, chocolaty flavors that finish polished and round as a ball. Drink through 2019.",Élite,42,93,Northern Spain,Toro,,Muruve 2010 Élite (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muruve-2010-elite-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2010,Muruve 14,Red,France,"A dark and dense manifestation of Tannat, this is bold, rich and full of both ripe fruits and acidity. Structured with a mineral and granite-like texture, this is a wine that demands serious aging. It should be kept at least until 2017 and better beyond that.",Madiran Laplace,14,93,Southwest France,Madiran,,Château d'Aydie 2011 Madiran Laplace Tannat (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daydie-2011-madiran-laplace-other-red-tannat-madiran/,Tannat,2011,Château d'Aydie 14.2,Red,US,"The blend is mainly Cabernet Franc, with smaller amounts of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine is as succulent and delicious as anything out there, soft and sensual, with intricate black cherry, cola, violet, cocoa and cedar flavors. You can call it Right Bank in that respect. Wonderful to drink now, it will age well for the next 12–15 years.",Paramour,125,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blackbird Vineyards 2011 Paramour Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackbird-2011-paramour-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Blackbird Vineyards 13,Red,France,"A dark, dense wine that comes from a parcel of old vines. It's a solid, supremely tannic wine at this young stage, but that black fruitiness will push through over the next few years. Great swathes of juicy acidity, tannins and fruit, all impressive potential. Drink from 2018.",Réserve Caillou,40,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Gaudou 2011 Réserve Caillou Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaudou-2011-reserve-caillou-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Château de Gaudou 14.6,Red,US,"The winery is slowly proving itself with yet another expensive Napa Cabernet of unproven provenance but intense deliciousness. The wine shows the hallmarks of finesse and concentration, rich in black currants and cassis liqueur, with a rich jacket of oak. The alcohol is heady, giving the impression of a modern, superbly crafted Napa Valley Cabernet. Drink now–2020.",Amoenus,125,93,California,Napa,Calistoga,Maybach 2010 Amoenus Cabernet Sauvignon (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maybach-2010-amoenus-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Maybach 13.5,Red,Italy,"Naturalis Historia is a bold and beautiful Taurasi that offers a stunning perfume of violet, incense, berry and leather. The palate has mesmerizing depth, delivering dense black cherry, black pepper, licorice and exotic spice along with notes of well integrated oak. This will continue to develop for years.",Naturalis Historia,90,93,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Mastroberardino 2006 Naturalis Historia (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2006-naturalis-historia-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2006,Mastroberardino 14.8,Red,US,"Powerful scents of black olive, brine, seaweed and umami introduce this classic Syrah from the heart of what's known as The Rocks District in Walla Walla. The flavors are a complex mix of iron, rock, saline minerality and crushed raspberries. The No Girls project is distinct from Cayuse, sourced exclusively from the La Paciencia Vineyard, and provides a showcase for wines with elegant aromatics, great balance, length and complexity.",La Paciencia Vineyard,65,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),No Girls 2010 La Paciencia Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/no-girls-2010-paciencia-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2010,No Girls 14.5,Red,France,"The best La Bernardine I can recall, this is a wonderfully full-bodied yet elegant rendering of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Garrigue and floral notes make a healthy impression on the nose, while the expansive herb and black cherry flavors linger on the silky finish. Drink now–2025.",La Bernardine,57,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,M. Chapoutier 2010 La Bernardine Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2010-bernardine-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,M. Chapoutier 13.6,Red,US,"The combination of Landmark's winemaking, which is dependably fine, and this vineyard, whose vines are finally getting some age, proves to be a good one. Brisk in acidity and silky in the mouth, with refreshingly low alcohol, the wine has tantalizingly elusive flavors suggesting ripe red raspberries, with hints of red currants, sweetened rosehip tea and sandalwood. Beautiful now, and there's no question it will evolve over the next 6–8 years.",Solomon Hills Vineyard,55,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Landmark 2011 Solomon Hills Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-2011-solomon-hills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Landmark 14.9,Red,US,"Although this wine could be held on to for many years, there's a soft approachability that makes it drinkable now. It's a big wine, packed with blackberries, cherries and dark chocolate. If you open it soon, decant it for a few hours.",Wurtele Vineyard Estate Grown,75,93,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Terra Valentine 2010 Wurtele Vineyard Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-2010-wurtele-vineyard-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Terra Valentine 13.5,Red,France,"New wood, mint and licorice aromas reveal a wine that is solid with tannins, wood aging and dark, black fruits. The wine is dense, with concentration that brings out powerful fruitiness and intense, juicy acidity. This is a wine for aging. Drink from 2017.",La Gloire de Mon Père,,93,Southwest France,Côtes de Bergerac,,Château Tour des Gendres 2010 La Gloire de Mon Père Red (Côtes de Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2010-gloire-mon-pere-red-cotes-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tour des Gendres ,Red,France,"A solid wine from a fine vintage, this wine, a blend of local Gaillac grapes, is full, dense, firmly tannic. It has a juicy black fruit character that brings out the structure and the aging potential. The acidity at the end gives freshness and a lift. Drink from 2015.",Renaissance,,93,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine Rotier 2010 Renaissance Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rotier-2010-renaissance-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2010,Domaine Rotier 12.5,Dessert,France,"A gold-colored, supremely rich wine produced from a selection of grapes in the vineyard. It is concentrated with honey and lemon flavors, acidity for a great balance and touches of orange peel. Drink this special wine from 2018.",Les Larmes de Bacchus,127,93,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Pichot 2011 Les Larmes de Bacchus (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pichot-2011-larmes-bacchus-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Domaine Pichot 14.5,Red,US,"Burgundy fans will welcome the touch of mushrooms that grounds the ripe cherries, raspberries and cola in this dry, silky Pinot Noir. It's enormously complex, revealing new facets with every sip. Seems like an ager, so drink now and through 2020.",Lancel Creek Vineyard,55,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2011 Lancel Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2011-lancel-creek-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Gary Farrell 14.5,Red,Chile,"After a rooty, spicy opening that includes aromas of tree bark, leather, marzipan and ripe berry fruits, this perennial winner shows superb balance, mouthfeel and overall integration. Flavors of cassis, cherry, plum, dry spice and chocolate finish long, lightly herbal and with complexities. Drink through 2020.",Casa Real,85,93,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 2010 Casa Real Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2010-casa-real-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Santa Rita 14.7,Red,US,"The 2010 Widowmaker shows a bit more fruit, less funk than usual. It's a pleasing mix of berries, cherries, plums and figs, along with clean earth, green tea and a hint of chocolate. The tannins are smooth and the flavors linger gracefully and slowly fade through the finish.",The Widowmaker En Chamberlin Vineyard,85,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2010 The Widowmaker En Chamberlin Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2010-the-widowmaker-en-chamberlin-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Cayuse 14.5,Red,Spain,"Like it's one-year-older brother, this is tight as nails from head to toe. Cedar, graphite and zero funk drive a black-fruit-heavy nose toward a hard-driving palate with fierce tannins and flavors of blackberry, toast and chocolate. A blackened, spicy finish is demanding but pure. Drink now through 2020.",Single Vineyard Estate Bottled,40,91,Central Spain,Dominio de Valdepusa,,Marques de Griñon 2008 Single Vineyard Estate Bottled Petit Verdot (Dominio de Valdepusa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-2008-single-vineyard-estate-bottled-petit-verdot-dominio-valdepusa/,Petit Verdot,2008,Marques de Griñon 15,Red,Spain,"Talk about an incredibly ripe wine; this deals prune, marzipan, tobacco and sandalwood aromas along with loads of blackberry and cassis. In the mouth, it's tannic like nails, with enormous blackberry and chocolate flavors that narrow down on a fast-charging but ultimately short finish. You can equate this to a rough and bumpy road that takes you to a nice vista. Drink through 2020.",AAA,250,91,Central Spain,Dominio de Valdepusa,,Marques de Griñon 2008 AAA Red (Dominio de Valdepusa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-2008-aaa-red-dominio-valdepusa/,Red Blend,2008,Marques de Griñon 14.4,Red,US,"A lovely Pinot Noir, graceful and feminine. It walks a fine line between ripe cherries and pomegranates and drier, earthier notes of Heirloom tomatoes and mushrooms, with oak providing a jacket of sweet toast and acidity giving the perfect counterpoint of tartness. This is a great followup to the winery's 2009 vintage.",Estate,40,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Isabel Mondavi 2010 Estate Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isabel-mondavi-2010-estate-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Isabel Mondavi 14,Red,Argentina,"This big-boned Malbec from northern Argentina is full of brawny black-fruit aromas accented by pencil eraser, herbal scents and leafy notes. The mouthfeel is scratchy on the surface and chewy at its base, while flavors of clove, spice, herbs and baked black fruits are harmonious and impressive.",Oasis en Altura Flor de Cardon,29,91,Other,Salta,,Anko 2012 Oasis en Altura Flor de Cardon Malbec (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anko-2012-oasis-en-altura-flor-cardon-malbec-salta/,Malbec,2012,Anko 13.5,Red,Spain,"This is one of the few commercial bottlings coming out of Mallorca, and it's a unique wine made mostly from Callet, a native variety. Aromas of rose petals, strawberry and potpourri are exotic and unfamiliar. This crackles with acidity and delivers savory flavors of BBQ meat, earthy red fruits and molasses. Racy on the finish, this cries out for food; drink through 2016.",Àn,50,91,Spanish Islands,Vi de la Terra Mallorca,,Ànima Negra 2009 Àn Red (Vi de la Terra Mallorca),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anima-negra-2009-an-red-vi-terra-mallorca/,Red Blend,2009,Ànima Negra 14.3,Red,US,"This estate-grown Merlot is a standout among the Goose Ridge reds produced in 2010. A firm and substantial mix of red and black fruits comes on a bed of juicy acidity. Medium-bodied, it extends gracefully through the finish with hints of chocolate-covered raisins.",,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2010 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2010-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Goose Ridge 13.5,White,US,"This was aged in used French barrels for several months, just enough to give it a rich edge of soft butter and honey. The basic fruit flavors are pure, ripe and delicious, with suggesting notes of tangerine and mango, brightened by a vibrant thread of lime juice.",Sebella,36,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 2012 Sebella Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-2012-sebella-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Hanzell 14.3,White,US,"A prominent amount of new French oak shows on this Chardonnay in the form of buttered toast and caramel notes, with intense fruit notes that ultimately balance out the oak. The vineyard is in the warmest part of the Russian River Valley, and the wine is deliciously ripe in peaches and tropical fruits. Ready to drink now.",Bacigalupi Vineyard,45,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2011 Bacigalupi Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2011-bacigalupi-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Gary Farrell 14,White,France,"A lovely wine that brings out ripe fruits, peach and pineapple flavors and a flavor of lemongrass. It is a full, rounded wine, feeling rich while always balanced with its crisp acidity. It does need to age for a year or two, so drink from 2015.",Cuvée Pauline,,91,Southwest France,Jurançon Sec,,Château Jolys 2011 Cuvée Pauline (Jurançon Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jolys-2011-cuvee-pauline-other-white-petit-manseng-jurancon-sec/,Petit Manseng,2011,Château Jolys 14,Red,France,"Dominated by wood and spice, this is still a wine in progress. It has the weight of black fruit, dark tannins and licorice, while chocolate flavors promise a wine that will age over the long-term. For now, wait and don't drink this powerful wine before 2017.",Renaissance,25,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Gaudou 2011 Renaissance Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaudou-2011-renaissance-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Château de Gaudou 14.5,White,US,"All coming from Block 95 of the winery's estate vineyard, this is a beguiling wine with a complex range of notes that include caramel, spice, squash and cream. It shows excellent balance, length and finesse, with the enjoyment as much about mouth-feel as flavor.",Reserve,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Columbia Crest 2011 Reserve Chardonnay (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2011-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Chardonnay,2011,Columbia Crest 15.1,Red,US,"Nebbiolo in Virginia? Yep, not surprising considering Italian-born winemaker Luca Paschina is behind it. Brown spice, tar and licorice notes hit the nose first, followed by scents of dried herb and desiccated black fruit. It's a medium- to full-bodied wine, bearing a chewy structure, bold flavors and a protracted finish. This will gain in complexity and finesse with a few years of bottle age. If opening now, pair with grilled meats like wild boar and lamb.",Reserve,40,91,Virginia,Virginia,,Barboursville Vineyards 2010 Reserve Nebbiolo (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-2010-reserve-nebbiolo-virginia/,Nebbiolo,2010,Barboursville Vineyards 13.5,White,US,"This rich wine is has prominent flavors of ripe lemon, lime, pear, green apple and tropical fruit. Adding complexity is steely minerality, and while the oak is strong, the wine is still balanced. With a creamy texture and brisk acidity, this is a beautiful Chardonnay to drink now with lobster, crab, tuna or lamb.",Historic Vineyards Talley Vineyard,30,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Au Bon Climat 2009 Historic Vineyards Talley Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2009-historic-talley-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Au Bon Climat 14.3,Red,US,"Here's one of Testarossa's more forward Pinots from the 2011 vintage, but that appeal is deceptive. It's rich and ripe in raspberry, strawberry and cola flavors, with an apparent sweetness that belies the dry finish. The acidity is adequate, giving it a tart softness. Yet the parts have not come together. Give it until 2017 and see what happens.",Soberanes Vineyard,60,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2011 Soberanes Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-soberanes-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Testarossa 12.5,Red,US,"This Pinot is extremely perfumed in violet and rose petal, lean in delightful yet robust dark cherry, tea and earth. Red-brick in color it is balanced, easy to drink and elegant from start to finish. Pair with a pork tenderloin smothered in mushrooms.",Valenti Vineyard,48,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Baxter 2011 Valenti Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baxter-2011-valenti-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2011,Baxter 14.5,White,US,"The minerality in this wine is showcased through notes of granite that give a firm kick to the ripe apricots, citrus, tropical fruit and honeysuckle that make it so gorgeous. Drink now with fare such as lobster, tuna or scallops.",Bear Point,55,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2011 Bear Point Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2011-bear-point-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Stonestreet 15.3,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet from this old vineyard, famous in the 1980s for Merlot, which comprises a small amount of the blend. The wine shows the brisk tannins Three Palms is known for, but they're finely-grained, making the wine drinkable now. The flavors are ripe, ranging from blackberry jam and cherry pie to mocha. Drink now–2017.",Three Palms Vineyard,75,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Provenance Vineyards 2010 Three Palms Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provenance-2010-three-palms-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Provenance Vineyards 14.9,Red,US,"The color is absolutely black, except for royal purple at the rim of the glass. That just begins to suggest this wine's power. It's saturated in blackberry jam, black currants and chocolate, wrapped into huge tannins. The overall balance is fine, with a squirt of citrusy acidity. This wine defines a well-made California Petite Sirah, with Napa elegance. Fine to drink now with rich beef dishes and cheeses, and will live for decades, gradually shedding tannins and growing finer and sweeter.",Estate Grown,40,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2010 Estate Grown Petite Sirah (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2010-estate-grown-petite-sirah-napa-oakville/,Petite Sirah,2010,Turnbull 14.5,Red,Spain,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Syrah initially smells cool and earthy, then more woody, spicy and animal-like. On the palate, this is concentrated and deep, with milder tannins than the winery's varietal Petit Verdot. Flavors of blackberry and cassis are powerful, while burnt wood, bitter chocolate and peppery flavors drive a muscular finish. Drink now through 2020.",Emeritvs,100,92,Central Spain,Dominio de Valdepusa,,Marques de Griñon 2008 Emeritvs Red (Dominio de Valdepusa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-2008-emeritvs-red-dominio-valdepusa/,Red Blend,2008,Marques de Griñon 14.1,Red,US,"Tiers of dark chocolate, black currants, violets and cedar mark this wonderfully rich young Cabernet, which contains a drop of Malbec that brings an animal note. The wine is almost black at the center and very tannic, suggesting ageability. With its inherent balance, it should have no problems negotiating the next 10 or 15 years.",Amoenus,75,92,California,Napa,Calistoga,Turnbull 2010 Amoenus Cabernet Sauvignon (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2010-amoenus-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Turnbull 14.5,Red,US,"This carries, in both scents and flavors, the distinctive profile of Syrahs from the region known as “The Rocks” on the Oregon side of the Walla Walla Valley. Brambly berry and plum are soaked in savory elements—herbs and stems and earth and forest floor. It's a veritable broth of a Syrah, powerful and beautifully stylized.",The Funkadelic,60,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Sleight of Hand 2011 The Funkadelic Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sleight-hand-2011-funkadelic-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2011,Sleight of Hand 13.8,Red,US,"Tasted alongside some of Napa Valley's most famous Cabernets, this wine did very well. Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with 7% Malbec for color and structure, it's notable for mouthwatering acidity and a depth of black currants that is rich and delectable. And the alcohol is nice and moderate. It might age, but it's so delicious, why bother?",Cardinal,90,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,The Farm Winery 2010 Cardinal Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farm-winery-2010-cardinal-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,The Farm Winery 14.1,White,US,"Mouthwatering acidity brightens and balances the intensely ripe pineapple jam, Key lime pie and Meyer lemon sweetness of this Chardonnay. Oak plays a prominent part, providing sweet, buttered toast notes. The wine shows the Testarossa style of balancing power and elegance seamlessly.",Fogstone Vineyard,41,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2011 Fogstone Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-fogstone-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Testarossa 12,White,US,"Continuing a long-running streak of excellence, the latest vintage of Eroica blends fruit from vineyards in the Lake Chelan, Yakima Valley, Royal Slope and Horse Heaven Hills regions. It's a rich mix of peach and papaya, creamy and slightly sweet (16.6 g/L). The citrusy acids keep a fine edge on the lush flavors.",Eroica,20,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen 2012 Eroica Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-dr-loosen-2012-eroica-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen 12.5,White,France,"The local Loin de l'Oeil variety dominates this ripe, wood aged wine. It has yellow fruits, laced with pear softness and lime acidity. The wood gives a soupçon of vanilla and a sense that the finely made wine could age. Drink now and until 2017.",Renaissance,,92,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine Rotier 2011 Renaissance White (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rotier-2011-renaissance-white-gaillac/,White Blend,2011,Domaine Rotier 14.9,Red,US,"This is a five-grape Bordeaux-style blend that's firm, substantial and tannic. It spent 30 months in 65% new French oak prior to bottling, and is only ever released five years after it's bottled. Focused and expressive, this deftly blends blueberry, black cherry and cassis fruit with barrel flavors of coffee, toffee and caramel. Hints of woodsy, dried herb notes add further intrigue.",Corliss,65,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Corliss Estates 2008 Corliss Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corliss-estates-2008-corliss-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Corliss Estates 14.5,Red,Chile,"Firm berry and plum aromas come with equal amounts of spice, oak and earthy notes. This is forward and concentrated, with chewy tannins that are obvious but not hard or mean. Loamy blackberry and blueberry flavors get a boost from tobacco, licorice and chocolate accents before finishing muscular and spicy. Drink through 2022.",Terrunyo Andes Pirque Vineyard Block Las Terrazas,50,92,Pirque,,,Concha y Toro 2010 Terrunyo Andes Pirque Vineyard Block Las Terrazas Cabernet Sauvignon (Pirque),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2010-terrunyo-andes-pirque-vineyard-block-las-terrazas-cabernet-sauvignon-pirque/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Concha y Toro 13.5,White,Spain,"This property is flying below the radar...for now. This is yet another excellent wine from Clos Berenguer. The nose is full of butterscotch and oxidized aromas of fine Sherry. The palate has a big feel, purity and fine acidity, while flavors of smoke, toast and oxidized white fruits finish waxy, creamy, oaky and long. This Garnacha-heavy blend would go great with fish or lobster done in a butter sauce.",Blanc de Botes,45,92,Catalonia,Priorat,,Clos Berenguer del Molar 2007 Blanc de Botes White (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-berenguer-molar-2007-blanc-botes-white-priorat/,White Blend,2007,Clos Berenguer del Molar 15.5,Red,US,"Easy to see what the winemaker was aiming for with this Cabernet Sauvignon-based wine. Sheer opulence was the goal, and it succeeds. The wine is soft and gentle, with ultrarefined tannins and incredibly ripe, concentrated blackberry jam, blueberry, chocolate and sweet oak flavors. The alcohol is quite high, which gives it a glyceriney sweetness and also precludes aging. Drink now–2014.",Cuvée Julia,140,92,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Delectus 2010 Cuvée Julia Red (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delectus-2010-cuvee-julia-red-sonoma-knights-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Delectus 15,Red,US,"The wow factor of this Merlot-based Bordeaux blend is undeniable. With the rest of the blend consisting of Cabernet Sauvignot and Petit Verdot, it's drinkable now, with notes of black currants, cherries, dark chocolate and oak. The tannins are gorgeous and the alcohol is high.",Reserve,135,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma County-Napa County,Pride Mountain 2010 Reserve Claret (Sonoma County-Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2010-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-napa-sonoma-county-napa-county/,Claret,2010,Pride Mountain 14.5,Red,US,"This is an awesome Cabernet. It's 100% varietal, with lots of French oak. It shows blackberry jam, black currant, chocolate and sweet oak flavors that are absolutely delicious. The wine is said to come from the esteemed Morisoli Vineyard, in Rutherford.",,125,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kadiem 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kadiem-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Kadiem 13.7,White,US,"Paso Robles is achieving fame for its offbeat white blends, and this wine is a perfect example of why. Made from Viognier, Verdelho, Vermentino and Sauvignon Blanc, it's one of the most beautifully drinkable whites on the market today, at a great price. Brisk acidity, a steely minerality and mouthwatering citrus fruit combine with richer, riper notes of nectarine and peach to produce a vibrant wine.",White4,16,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2012 White4 White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2012-white4-central-coast-paso-robles/,White Blend,2012,Vina Robles 14.5,Red,US,"Some Napa Cabs that are ageable also are good to go now because the fruit is so ripe and the tannins are soft. Not this one. It's almost old-fashioned in tannins, with a lockdown astringency. But it's balanced and elegant, and the flavors are rich in blackberries, cherries, currants, cocoa and sweet oak. Give it at least six years in the cellar, and it could go for another 10 or 15.",Legacy Lot 30,115,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tudal 2009 Legacy Lot 30 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudal-2009-legacy-lot-30-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Tudal 14.8,Red,US,"This estate-grown Cabernet is blended with 6% Cabernet Franc. At first the plush fruit flavors of black cherry and cassis pop into focus; then with additional airing the wine gains depth and texture. The finish is rounded with notes of cacao, espresso and graphite, suggesting that further aging—up to a decade—is an option. But it's awfully good right now.",,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Goose Ridge 13.5,Sparkling,US,"This blend is a classic brut, of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Each variety plays its best hand, with Pinot Noir bringing rich, ripe raspberries, strawberries and tannins. The Chardonnay brings acidity and tantalizing notes of limes. With a silky, refined mousse, this bubbly is extremely attractive.",Wedding Cuvée,40,92,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2009 Wedding Cuvée Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2009-wedding-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Iron Horse 14.7,Red,US,"This new brand's winemaker, Vance Rose, is an established veteran. He now turns his hand to Cabernet, with stunning results. The wine is extraordinarily intense in blackberries, black currants and cocoa, with new oak providing not only sweet toast but additional tannins. The alcohol is relatively high, but the wine will certainly age. Begin drinking in 2018.",Double Eagle,80,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grieve 2010 Double Eagle Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grieve-2010-double-eagle-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Grieve 14.4,Red,US,"This Pinot has everything going for it. It's dry and tart in acidity, with a silky texture, yet rich in raspberries, cola, mint and sandalwood. It's not one of Testarossa's more expensive single-vineyard wines, but it's close to them, with a classic evocation of coastal Pinot Noir.",,42,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2011 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Testarossa 13,Dessert,France,"Intense and richly sweet wine that never loses sight of its natural freshness. It has honey, peach and mango flavors that cut with lemon acidity to produce a well-balanced, perfumed wine. The aftertaste shows a youthful tanginess, so the wine is best aged and drunk after 2016.",,22,90,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Château Jolys 2011 Jurançon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jolys-2011-white-jurancon/,White Blend,2011,Château Jolys 14.5,Red,Spain,"With its inky black color and intense, dense aromas of black fruits, leather, spice and herbs, Almirez is a poster child for Toro. The palate is firm but offers cushion, while flavors of toast, wood, roasted berry, cassis and licorice finish long, wild and leathery. Drink through 2019.",Almirez,25,92,Northern Spain,Toro,,Teso La Monja 2010 Almirez (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teso-monja-2010-almirez-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2010,Teso La Monja 13.5,White,Chile,"The 2012 vintage was so hot in Chile that harvests came very early. Thus finding mature, complex SBs in this year won't be easy. This perennially excellent wine is as good as you'll find in 2012. Scallion, lime and other green aromas precede a zesty, hard-driving palate. Sea shell, grapefruit, lime and chervil flavors set up a tight, minerally finish.",Terrunyo Costa Los Boldos Vineyard Block 5,30,90,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2012 Terrunyo Costa Los Boldos Vineyard Block 5 Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2012-terrunyo-costa-los-boldos-vineyard-block-5-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Concha y Toro 9.5,White,US,"Hailing from Underwood Mountain, this is cool climate Riesling made in a warm vintage with notes of lime, guava and mineral. It has a healthy amount of residual sugar (37 g/L) but the acid (8.4g/L) creates a pleasing sense of tension and makes it seemingly drier.",Reminiscence,18,88,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Ancestry 2012 Reminiscence Riesling (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancestry-2012-reminiscence-riesling-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Riesling,2012,Ancestry 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"This unusual dessert wine is made from dried Verdicchio grapes. It has aromas of maple syrup, walnut and apricot that carry over to the palate along with a hint of nutmeg and pepper. It closes on a note of candied orange and walnut. Perfect to pair with cream filled pastries or biscotti.",Passito,21,88,Central Italy,Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi,,Sartarelli 2011 Passito (Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartarelli-2011-passito-italian-white-verdicchio-verdicchio-castelli-jesi/,Verdicchio,2011,Sartarelli 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Red-berry aromas are at once jammy as well as sharp. In the mouth, this is chunky but also choppy. Intense flavors of berry fruits come with a cherry note, while the finish is earthy in flavor, with some roughness to the lasting tannins.",,17,88,Other,Alto Valle del Río Negro,,Verum 2012 Malbec (Alto Valle del Río Negro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verum-2012-malbec-alto-valle-rio-negro/,Malbec,2012,Verum 13.9,Red,US,"Daou has been working hard at Cabernet. With this 2012, they have produced a fine wine, delicious and savory, with blackberry, currant and cocoa flavors. It's not an ager, so drink up.",,28,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Daou 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daou-2012-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Daou 13.5,Sparkling,US,"This Blanc de Blancs sparkling wine is 100% Chardonnay. It's a small production bubbly part of whose profits benefit National Geographic's ocean efforts. The wine is rich and savory in orange, lime and green apple flavors, with a yeasty edge from lees aging. The mouthfeel is scoury, so drink up.",Ocean Reserve,45,88,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2008 Ocean Reserve Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2008-ocean-reserve-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Iron Horse 13,White,Spain,"This perennial Best Buy is realiably tasty and easy to drink in 2012. A fleshy nose of peach and almond aromas sets up a simple, lighter-weight palate with peach flavors and an easygoing finish. This is short on acidity so drink sooner rather than later.",,12,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Condes de Albarei 2012 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condes-albarei-2012-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2012,Condes de Albarei 14.2,Red,US,"This spent 24 months in 500-liter American oak puncheons, blended with 9% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Syrah. It is really showing the barrel influence, even after several hours of breathing time. The fruit is ripe strawberry, with fresh herbs, green olive and hints of tomato leaf. Good acidity suggests further bottle age would only improve this wine.",,55,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Silverback 2010 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverback-2010-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2010,Silverback 12.9,Red,US,"Acidity marks this wine, with a tartness that will cut right through butter, olive oil, cheese and meat fat. It's dry and silky, like a Pinot Noir, and subtle in cherry, tobacco and white pepper flavors. Try it with classic veal Parmesan.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Nico 2010 Dolcetto (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nico-2010-italian-red-dolcetto-sonoma-county/,Dolcetto,2010,Nico 13,White,US,"A touch of sulfur blows off to reveal fresh notes of clementine, white flower and apricot. The lax acidity gives this wine a pliant feel, and although the orange flavor loses some steam on the midpalate, it regains vigor on the medium-long finish.",,26,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Rappahannock Cellars 2012 Viognier (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rappahannock-cellars-2012-viognier-virginia/,Viognier,2012,Rappahannock Cellars 14,White,Italy,"This Vermentino from Sardinia has a heady fragrance of sweet peach, melon and clove. The structured palate imparts cantaloupe and apricot flavors that leave a noticeably sweet aftertaste.",Is Argiolas,20,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Sardegna,,Argiolas 2012 Is Argiolas (Vermentino di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiolas-2012-is-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-sardegna/,Vermentino,2012,Argiolas 14.4,Red,US,"Delicious, but a bit overripe, with cherry and chocolate flavors that are somewhat pruny. There's also some shriveled berry skin bitterness in the finish. The wine can be paired now with beef stews or game birds dressed in a fruity sauce.",Fortuna Vineyard Estate Grown,55,87,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2010 Fortuna Vineyard Estate Grown Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2010-fortuna-vineyard-estate-grown-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,2010,Turnbull 12.9,White,US,"Lush and peachy, soft with some residual sugar. It's a big, broad style with flavors of tree fruits, ripe pineapple and sweet juices. Drink now.",,,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sineann 2012 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2012-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,Sineann 15.2,Red,US,"Soft and blood-warming in high alcohol, this Zin has a particular lusciousness. It offers raspberry, vanilla cream, roasted almond, cinnamon and honey granola bar flavors, yet finishes dry and clean.",Nolan,40,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2011 Nolan Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2011-nolan-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Wilson 14.2,Red,US,"This intriguing red wine—a blend of Syrah, Zinfandel and Malbec—has flavors ranging from sweet, jammy raspberries and cherries to ripe red currants, with a splash of anisette liqueur and black pepper. Enjoy with pasta and sausage in red sauce.",Beyond the Pale,12,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Minassian-Young 2011 Beyond the Pale Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/minassian-young-2011-beyond-pale-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2011,Minassian-Young 11.4,White,US,"Delicately perfumed with whiffs of florals and stonefruit, this off-dry Riesling is forward with ripe yellow peach and melon flavors. Juicy yet brisk on the palate, it's tinged with an irresistible lime pith astringency on the finish.",,14,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 2011 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-2011-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2011,Standing Stone 14.1,White,US,"Pure Viognier from the Stillwater Creek Vineyard, this is a firm, phenolic wine showing sharp-edged flavors of citrus skin and apricot. There's some bite to the finish, suggesting it will work best paired with meatier fish, or perhaps a spicy noodle dish.",,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2012 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2012-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2012,JM Cellars 15,Red,US,"This Merlot-Cabernet Franc blend is in one of those heavy bottles, and the cork is really long, suggesting the winery's aspirations. The wine is rich and ripe in cherries, currants, sweet cocoa, baking spices and oak, giving it the flavor profile of a cult Cab. But it's too soft and high in alcohol to develop bottle complexity.",,75,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Highest Honor 2010 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highest-honor-2010-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Highest Honor 14.5,Red,France,"This widely distributed négociant has turned in a solid, medium-weight effort. A hint of almond skin accents cherry fruit on the nose and palate, while the finish turns rather firm and reveals some dry, papery tannins. Drink now–2020.",,38,87,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Louis Bernard 2010 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2010-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Louis Bernard 14.2,Red,Chile,"Tough and tannic as a box of nails, this is not one of Lapostolle's best Merlots. The palate is astringent and sappy, with pinching tannins. Live-wire plum and wild berry flavors come with saucy, herbal notes, while the finish tastes loamy and feels hard as a rock.",Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard,25,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Lapostolle 2010 Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2010-cuvee-alexandre-apalta-vineyard-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2010,Lapostolle 12.8,Red,US,"This trio of Syrah, Petit Verdot and Merlot has ample aromas of dried herb, brown butter, mocha and dark cherry. The medium- to full-bodied palate feels open-knit and supple, and it tastes of dark chocolate streaked with orange zest.",Limited,18,87,Virginia,Virginia,,The Williamsburg Winery 2010 Limited Syrah (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williamsburg-winery-2010-limited-shiraz-syrah-syrah-virginia/,Syrah,2010,The Williamsburg Winery 13,Red,US,"Black coffee and biscuit notes lend a savory warmth to black plum and cherry flavors on this powerful Bordeaux-style blend. It's round and penetrating on the palate, but braced with a focused acidity, and a flurry of green, leafy notes that add freshness to the finish.",Sherwood Manor,45,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sherwood House Vineyards 2008 Sherwood Manor Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwood-house-2008-manor-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Sherwood House Vineyards 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Initial aromas are prickly and sharp, but with air the bouquet settles on red currant and raspberry. The mouthfeel on this full-bodied everyday wine is creamy and syrupy, while flavors of oak-infused berry and chocolate finish mild and easy.",,13,87,Other,Patagonia,,Cholila Ranch 2011 Malbec (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cholila-ranch-2011-malbec-patagonia/,Malbec,2011,Cholila Ranch 10,White,US,"A new entry in 2012, this shows the influence of botrytis, and is quite sweet with residual sugar at 75 g/L. It's an interesting wine, though not nearly as complex and polished as the original Eroica. Here the lightly honeyed fruit crosses into a slightly bitter, phenolic finish, with a lingering metallic note.",Eroica Gold,28,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen 2012 Eroica Gold Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-dr-loosen-2012-eroica-gold-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen 12.5,White,Italy,"Made with the Vermentino grape, this refreshing white offers floral aromas along with a hint of banana peel. In the mouth, it has ripe white fruit flavors of pear and apple supported by crisp acidity that leaves the palate feeling clean and fresh.",U'Munte,25,87,,Riviera Ligure di Ponente,,Colle dei Bardellini 2012 U'Munte Vermentino (Riviera Ligure di Ponente),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colle-bardellini-2012-umunte-italian-white-vermentino-riviera-ligure-ponente/,Vermentino,2012,Colle dei Bardellini 13,Red,US,"Lots to like in this dry, smoothly tannic Cabernet. It gets better as it warms up in the glass and breathes, revealing complex black currant, currant and sage flavors.",Reserve,14,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Coastline 2012 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastline-2012-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Coastline 14.5,Red,US,"Despite brisk tannins and acidity, this 100% Cabernet doesn't have the stuffing for aging, but who cares? It's a fine wine to drink now, with sweet blueberry, black currant, cola and oak flavors meshing into a smooth finish.",Reserve,40,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Clos La Chance 13,White,Italy,"Made entirely with the native grape Fiano, this wine from southern Italy has an enticing fragrance of white spring flowers and almond accented by a whiff of smoke. The palate is round yet fresh, showing tropical fruit, melon and spice.",,16,87,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Donnachiara 2012 Fiano di Avellino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnachiara-2012-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,2012,Donnachiara 13,Red,France,"Smoky wood aromas come with balanced fruit and acidity. The wine is attractively fresh, layered and soft. Some tannins show through to give the wine structure.",Terroir Gascon,18,87,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine Chiroulet 2011 Terroir Gascon Red (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chiroulet-2011-terroir-gascon-red-cotes-gascogne/,Red Blend,2011,Domaine Chiroulet 12.8,White,US,"Although white wines are fairly rare in Walla Walla, this sharp and somewhat green Sémillon is a good representation, with a mix of apple and gooseberry fruit flavors and very tart, bracing acidity. A nice palate cleanser.",Les Collines Vineyard,14,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Garofalo 2011 Les Collines Vineyard Semillon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garofalo-2011-collines-vineyard-semillon-semillon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sémillon,2011,Garofalo 14,Red,Argentina,"Plum and currant aromas are intense and come with an inky note. This feels full and round, with a little finesse. Muscular flavors of berry fruits, earth and BBQ sauce finish herbal, slightly salty and big.",Serie A,15,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2011 Serie A Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2011-serie-a-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Zuccardi 12.5,White,Italy,Here's a lovely Pinot Grigio with aromas of pear and white peach. The palate delivers green apple and pear flavors in a creamy texture supported by citrus notes and crisp acidity. It has a clean finish and is perfect as an apéritif or with seafood.,,12,87,,Venezie,,Zenato 2012 Pinot Grigio (Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Zenato 13.5,White,US,"Here is a clean, fresh-tasting Columbia Valley Chardonnay at a decent price. Apple and peach flavors are etched with delicate fruit-skin notes. Bright, tart and immediately accessible.",,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Thorny Rose 2011 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thorny-rose-2011-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Thorny Rose 13.5,Red,Italy,"This pretty Pinot Nero from Trentino has a focused fragrance of strawberry and raspberry punctuated by a whiff of mineral. The palate shows berry and red currant with a note of white pepper. It's soft, smooth and ready to enjoy.",Superiore,27,87,,Trentino,,Maso Poli 2010 Superiore Pinot Nero (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maso-poli-2010-superiore-pinot-noir-nero-trentino/,Pinot Nero,2010,Maso Poli 12.5,White,Spain,"This is gold in color, oily smelling and heavy as a whole. Despite its weight, there's freshness to the palate along with robust, oily flavors of peach and apricot. A chunky, full, pithy finish contains saline notes and just enough vital acidity.",Val do Salnés,25,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Mar de Frades 2012 Val do Salnés Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mar-frades-2012-val-salnes-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2012,Mar de Frades 15.4,White,US,"This is a good, brisk Chardonnay, slightly oaked, in the modern style. The underlying fruit is ripe in mangoes, peaches and green apples, and the acidity is fine. Alcohol is high, but gives a pleasant heat. A touch of oak finishes with buttered toast.",,25,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Orfila 2012 Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-2012-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Orfila 13.2,Red,US,"A blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot, this wine has hearty, decadent aromas of blackberry and blueberry compote, piecrust and baking spice. Supple and expansive on the palate, it shows some warmth, but overall is a finessed wine that concludes with a lengthy finish.",Ode to Joy,28,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Notaviva 2010 Ode to Joy Meritage (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/notaviva-2010-ode-to-joy-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-virginia/,Meritage,2010,Notaviva 13,Red,US,"Hints of espresso and ripe bramble wood lend a dark profile to crisp black cherry and currant flavors in this elegant Merlot. Zippy cranberry acidity and a thick coating of powdery tannins accumulate on the palate for a powerful finish. Boldly structured, it's likely to improve during the next 5–10 years.",,25,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sherwood House Vineyards 2008 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwood-house-2008-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2008,Sherwood House Vineyards 13.5,White,Spain,"Stony aromas of nectarine and peach are the opening. This feels round and melony, with creamy melon, papaya and banana flavors that scream tropical more than mineral. A honeyed finish is sweet initially, then pithy on the close out.",Old Vines,15,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Shaya 2012 Old Vines Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaya-2012-old-vines-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2012,Shaya 10.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made from organic grapes and with no sulfites added, this is a charming Prosecco with floral and pear aromas. The palate offers bright apple, peach and citrus flavors. It has a refreshing, bone dry finish.",NSA,14,87,Veneto,Prosecco,,Pizzolato 2012 NSA (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzolato-2012-nsa-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,2012,Pizzolato 13,White,Italy,"Made from the native Pecorino grape, this appealing white from central Italy opens with aromas of white and yellow spring flowers. The palate offers pear and green apple along with banana and pineapple. It ends on a crisp note.",,20,87,Central Italy,Controguerra,,Illuminati Dino 2012 Pecorino (Controguerra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/illuminati-dino-2012-italian-white-pecorino-controguerra/,Pecorino,2012,Illuminati Dino 12.5,Rose,Italy,"This Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo is a savory rosato from Southern Italy. It has ripe berry aromas along with hints of almond. The palate shows white cherry, strawberry and mineral along with spicy notes of white pepper and cinnamon.",Campirosa,12,87,Central Italy,Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo,,Illuminati Dino 2012 Campirosa (Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/illuminati-dino-2012-campirosa-italian-red-montepulciano-cerasuolo-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2012,Illuminati Dino 12.8,Red,US,"Perfumed in spicy tobacco and ripe plum, this low-alcohol Carignane has a bite to the mid-palate, a heightened streak of pepper and nutmeg, which lingers on through the finish.",Vittorio Vineyard,18,87,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Claudia Springs 2010 Vittorio Vineyard Carignane (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-springs-2010-vittorio-vineyard-carignan-carignane-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Carignane,2010,Claudia Springs 13,Red,France,"Labeled Cuvée Chic, this is certainly a light, fruity and stylish wine. Red cherries are given structure by a light series of tannins, along with fresh acidity. The wine is soft, lightly structured and ready to drink.",Château Fouilloux,20,87,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Vignerons de Bel Air 2012 Château Fouilloux (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-bel-air-2012-chateau-fouilloux-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2012,Vignerons de Bel Air 13.5,Red,US,"Does just what Merlot is supposed to do, giving you a soft, friendly but complex red wine, with Napa flair and a fair price. It's dryish in the mouth, with candied raspberry and cherry flavors that are kissed with smoky oak.",,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2011 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2011-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2011,Flora Springs 14.5,Red,US,"Smooth, velvety and simple in cooked rhubarb and dark plum, this is a well-made Cinsault, a rare variety in California, with a long finish.",Dusty Lane,24,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Black Sheep 2010 Dusty Lane Cinsault (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-sheep-2010-dusty-lane-other-red-cinsault-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Cinsault,2010,Black Sheep 13.5,Red,Spain,"With a scratchy, leathery nose featuring grapy black-fruit aromas and clove scents, this is nicely made, sturdy and pleasant. The palate is weighty and on the rich side, with berry, fig, clove and licorice flavors. A dark, spicy, mildly oaky finish shows grabby tannins and length.",Crianza,11,87,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Coto de Hayas 2010 Crianza Tempranillo-Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-hayas-2010-crianza-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-campo-borja/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2010,Coto de Hayas 13.8,Red,US,"A fuller-bodied, earthy and savory Pinot Noir with a richness of cherry and cherry pit flavor that carries through the mid-palate before finishing short at the end.",Klindt Vineyard,32,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Claudia Springs 2010 Klindt Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-springs-2010-klindt-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Claudia Springs 14.5,Red,US,"This wine appears to still be in its shell with light notes of cocoa, chocolate and wet stone that don't seem fully evolved. It's light, tart and chalky in feel with abundant chocolate flavors.",The Reserve,30,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,14 Hands 2010 The Reserve Merlot (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/14-hands-2010-the-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Merlot,2010,14 Hands 14,Red,Argentina,"This starts out with minty, woody aromas of cement, cherry and cassis. In the mouth, lemony, citric acidity is in control along with resiny oaky. Flavors of mint, coconut, wood resin and herbal red fruits finish with mild burn and a chocolate flavor.",Chento Vineyard Selection,20,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Cuarto Dominio 2011 Chento Vineyard Selection Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-cuarto-dominio-2011-chento-vineyard-selection-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Bodega Cuarto Dominio 14.9,Red,US,"This single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon has plenty of ripe berry/cherry fruit, along with chalky acids and a strong vein of tobacco. It's full-bodied, blocky and somewhat one dimensional.",Crawford Vineyard,28,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Barking Frog 2009 Crawford Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barking-frog-2009-crawford-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Barking Frog 15.5,Red,US,"A little too broad and uncomfortably high in alcohol for a higher score right now, with lots of sweet, toasty oak dominating sweetly candied raspberry, blackberry, plum and mocha flavors. The tannins are significant, leaving the palate dry and puckery. Will it age? For six years, yes. Beyond that, it's a gamble.",,85,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,B Cellars 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,B Cellars 15.5,Red,US,"Somebody made the decision to let the grapes get ultra-ripe on this Cab. The result was predictable. The wine is jammy in blackberries that veer into chocolate-covered raisins, and the alcohol is extremely high. It's almost like Port. Not for everyone, but give the wine credit for power, and for staying true to its style.",Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard,165,87,California,Napa,St. Helena,B Cellars 2010 Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2010-beckstoffer-dr-crane-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,B Cellars 13.5,White,US,"Oak barrel influence dominates this Chardonnay, which is a blend of the winery's estate Le Bon Climat and Bien Nacido vineyards. It's a big wine, ambitious and powerful, with apricot, tangerine and lemon flavors, and quite acidic. Drink soon.",Nuits-Blanches Au Bouge Compelling,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Au Bon Climat 2009 Nuits-Blanches Au Bouge Compelling Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2009-nuits-blanches-bouge-compelling-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Au Bon Climat 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a well-priced Verdicchio with an enticing floral fragrance of yellow flowers, honey and beeswax. The palate offers white fruit flavors of pear and apple, a hint of cinnamon and crisp acidity that leaves a dry, clean finish.",,12,87,Central Italy,Verdicchio di Matelica,,Capestrano 2012 Verdicchio di Matelica,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capestrano-2012-italian-white-verdicchio-verdicchio-matelica/,Verdicchio,2012,Capestrano 13,Red,US,Dried strawberry and black pepper aromas lead to a medium-bodied palate bearing sturdy tannins. Try pairing this Petit Verdot with a thyme-crusted rib roast and mashed parsnips.,,16,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Virginia Mountain Vineyards 2010 Petit Verdot (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virginia-mountain-2010-petit-verdot-virginia/,Petit Verdot,2010,Virginia Mountain Vineyards 14.1,Red,US,"A mixture of Merlot, Zinfandel, Malbec and several other Bordeaux varieties, this wine shows a mastery of the art of blending. It's easy to drink, with a silky texture and fairly complex cherry, cola, tobacco and red currant flavors.",Big Gun,16,87,California,California Other,California,X 2010 Big Gun Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2010-big-gun-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,X 13,Red,France,"A structured wine that brings out some firm, dry tannins as well as red berry fruits and taut acidity. It is structured, still quite dry in character and likely to age for a few years. Drink from 2014.",Eté Intense,16,87,Beaujolais,Côte de Brouilly,,Vignerons de Bel Air 2012 Eté Intense (Côte de Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-bel-air-2012-ete-intense-gamay-cote-brouilly/,Gamay,2012,Vignerons de Bel Air 12.5,Red,US,"This blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot has prominent barrel aromas of char and mocha, followed by notes of cassis, dark cherry and turmeric. Chalky tannins and lifting acidity frame its supple core.",Owner's Select,40,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Fox Meadow 2010 Owner's Select Meritage (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-meadow-2010-owners-select-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-virginia/,Meritage,2010,Fox Meadow 14.8,Red,US,"This Merlot is so rich and fruity, it's like an orchard in a bottle. Really gob smacks you with blackberries, cherries, plums and currants, set off with some heat from alcohol. Showcases the sunny ability of Napa Valley to get fruit this ripe.",Estate Grown,42,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2009 Estate Grown Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2009-estate-grown-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,Grgich Hills 13.5,Red,US,"The nose is austere, with hints of black fruit and dried leaves, but this elegant blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot builds in intensity on the palate with rich—almost sultry—black currant and cherry flavors, backed by a focused line of acidity. Rich and round in profile, it finishes with a fine coating of ripe, penetrating tannins.",Claret,28,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Gramercy Vineyards 2010 Claret Cabernet Franc-Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gramercy-2010-claret-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-franc-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc-Merlot,2010,Gramercy Vineyards 13,Red,Spain,"Leathery dark-berry aromas come with dusty, earthy notes. This feels fresh, spunky and juicy, with a medium but healthy body and ripe flavors of raspberry and plum accented by a dose of creamy oak. On the finish, additional oak spice and creaminess take over.",Crianza,14,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2009 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2009-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,El Coto 12.5,Red,US,"Scents of baked wild berries and dark cherries are amplified with touches of orange zest, arugula and violets. A blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, this is approachable, with fine-grained tannins that stitch the wine together. A black tea note adds interest to the finish.",Reserve,15,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Prince Michel NV Reserve Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prince-michel-nv-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-virginia/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,,Prince Michel 12.5,White,US,"Spice and a whiff of diesel hit the nose, followed by soft, intense flavors of fresh pear and highlights of lime skin. It's well balanced, with sharpness and lift, and will be most enjoyable consumed now, while still young and fresh.",Traditions,13,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Milbrandt 2012 Traditions Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2012-traditions-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2012,Milbrandt 12.7,Red,US,"Whiffs of barnyard and leather give this penetrating Merlot an Old World rusticity. The palate is concentrated with Morello cherry and red plum flavors, but with a ripe, brambly character. Finishes on a mouthwatering cranberry note.",,28,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,One Woman 2010 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/one-woman-2010-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2010,One Woman 13.8,Red,US,"This is a tight, taut Pinot Noir, brisk in acidity and not one to age. But it is silky and delicate in structure, with a fancy array of cherry, pomegranate, persimmon and cola flavors.",,26,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Ricochet 2012 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricochet-2012-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2012,Ricochet 12.5,Red,France,"This is a bright and fruity wine, only gently touched by tannins. Its flavorful cherry fruits fill the mouth easily. There is a good, crisp aftertaste from the very present acidity.",Haute Ronze,17,87,Beaujolais,Régnié,,Domaine Dupré 2012 Haute Ronze (Régnié),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dupre-2012-haute-ronze-gamay-regnie/,Gamay,2012,Domaine Dupré 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Although this value-priced Tannat is leafy on the nose, and also tight and choppy on the palate, it's still a good example of this hard-edged, warm-climate variety. Flavors of mint, leaves, black fruits and hoisin sauce finish herbal and peppery.",Viña Cornejo Costas High Altitude Vineyards,10,87,Other,Cafayate,,Don Rodolfo 2012 Viña Cornejo Costas High Altitude Vineyards Tannat (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-rodolfo-2012-vina-cornejo-costas-high-altitude-other-red-tannat-cafayate/,Tannat,2012,Don Rodolfo 13.5,Red,US,"This budget Syrah brings good flavor as well as good value. Black tea, cherry tobacco and cherry candy flavors mix well across a full, generous palate. The cooler vintage kept the alcohol down and acids up.",Grand Estates,12,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2011 Grand Estates Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2011-grand-estates-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2011,Columbia Crest ,White,Italy,This pretty Pinot Grigio from northern Italy has and apple and citrus fragrance. The palate offers tart green apple and creamy lemon along with nice weight and crisp acidity. This finishes dry and is perfect as an apéritif or pair it with light pasta dishes or seafood.,,19,87,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Tenuta Luisa 2012 Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-luisa-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Tenuta Luisa 13.5,White,Italy,"Made from the Friulano grape, this white from northern Italy has a pretty fragrance of stone fruit, mineral and green melon. The palate offers ripe yellow peach, lemon zest and mineral notes balanced by vibrant acidity. Pair this with asparagus dishes or seafood.",,21,87,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Tenuta Luisa 2012 Friulano (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-luisa-2012-italian-white-friulano-isonzo-del-friuli/,Friulano,2012,Tenuta Luisa 12.5,Red,Italy,"La Prunée is a delightful Merlot from northern Italy. It is simple and fresh, delivering ripe plum and currant flavors that are easy to enjoy. Pair this with hearty pastas topped with meat sauce or risottos.",La Prunée,16,87,,Venezie,,Tommasi 2011 La Prunée Merlot (Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2011-prunee-merlot-venezie/,Merlot,2011,Tommasi 14.4,Red,US,"Spring Mountain's famously hard tannins are here, but they've been tamed, so that the wine is drinkable now, although it retains a tug of astringency. The flavor is very rich, suggesting cherry pie, sweetened with brown sugar, although the finish is properly dry. This is a pretty wine, with some sophistication. It might develop over the next 2–3 years. But why wait?",Estate Grown,60,87,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Terra Valentine 2010 Estate Grown Cabernet Franc (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-2010-estate-grown-cabernet-franc-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Terra Valentine 12,Red,US,"Herbes de Provence, lavender soap and baked cherry scents meld with a background of desiccated black fruit. Medium to full in body, this bears brawny tannins and assertive acids, making it a great wine to pair with hearty dishes like sausage-studded Catalonian bean stew.",La Dolce Vita Piemontese,29,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Three Fox 2010 La Dolce Vita Piemontese Nebbiolo (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-fox-2010-dolce-vita-piemontese-nebbiolo-virginia/,Nebbiolo,2010,Three Fox 13.5,White,Italy,"From southern Italy, this Greco di Tufo has a heady fragrance of ripe peach and apricot with a whiff of tropical fruit that all carry over to the palate. The rich flavors are restrained by crisp acidity, making this perfect to pair with grilled fish or lightly seasoned chicken dishes.",Loggia della Serra,22,87,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,Terredora 2012 Loggia della Serra (Greco di Tufo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2012-loggia-della-serra-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,2012,Terredora 12.5,White,Spain,"One sniff is all it takes to announce that this was barrel fermented; wood, toast and spicy white-fruit aromas are draped all over the bouquet. This feels round and healthy, with modest flavors of resin, salt, apple and nectarine. Saline stays present on the finish, which is fresh but resiny in flavor.",Fermentado en Barrica,30,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Viña Mayor 2011 Fermentado en Barrica Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-2011-fermentado-en-barrica-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2011,Viña Mayor 13.8,Red,US,"The first release from a new resort winery on Lake Osoyoos. Katy Perry, of Tildio, is the winemaker. This is a bright, high-toned blend of Barbera, Sangiovese and Cabernet Franc aged 22 months in French and American oak barrels. Flavors of strawberry, Bing cherry and milk chocolate highlight a wine of medium weight and depth.",Collage,29,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Veranda Beach 2010 Collage Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veranda-beach-2010-collage-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,Veranda Beach 13.9,White,US,"A blend of 82% Sémillon and 18% Sauvignon Blanc, this barrel-fermented, screwcapped wine seems to be aging quickly. Dried fruits, apricots and pineapple, provide a solid core, with some hints of oxidation.",,18,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Red Sky 2010 Semillon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-sky-2010-semillon-semillon-other/,Sémillon,2010,Red Sky 15,Red,France,"This starts off with scents of ripe black cherries and dried herbs, then turns more chocolaty in flavor on the palate. It's full bodied without being particularly textured, and shows some coarse tannins on the finish. Drink now–2015.",Les Carbonnières,25,87,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Louis Bernard 2011 Les Carbonnières (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2011-carbonnieres-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Louis Bernard 13.9,White,US,"Crisp, clean and easy to drink, this Mendocino Chardonnay is all lemon and just-ripe pear, with a smooth texture. Pair with lemon chicken or wintertime crab.",Lolonis Vineyard,21,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Briceland 2012 Lolonis Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/briceland-2012-lolonis-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2012,Briceland 13.4,Red,US,"Very light in color yet intensely oaky in taste, Boontling is named for the Boonville area's local language, spoken largely from 1880 to 1920 and meant to exclude and dissuade outsiders. This is Phillips Hill's larger production (400 cases as opposed to 200) wine, not overpriced, persistent in pine woodsy overtones.",Boontling,25,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Phillips Hill 2011 Boontling Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phillips-hill-2011-boontling-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,2011,Phillips Hill 13.5,White,Spain,"Pithy grapefruit and lime aromas show a whiff of talcum powder. This feels good and tastes citrusy, with a focus on white grapefruit and orange. A round, melony feeling palate finishes with a hint of Verdejo's patented bitterness.",Arindo,11,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Shaya 2012 Arindo Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaya-2012-arindo-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2012,Shaya 14,White,US,"Honeyed graham cracker, apricot and citrus blossom notes mark this Viognier's nose. It is a succulent effort, featuring notable concentration and detail.",Estate Grown,22,87,Virginia,Monticello,,Pollak 2012 Estate Grown Viognier (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pollak-2012-estate-grown-viognier-monticello/,Viognier,2012,Pollak 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Onedis offers appealing floral aromas accented with a whiff of lemon pastry accompanied by creamy green apple and kiwi flavors. It has a silky mouth feel with fine bubbles and a crisp, dry finish. It's an ideal apéritif.",Onedis,18,87,Veneto,Prosecco,,Piera Martellozzo 2012 Onedis (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piera-martellozzo-2012-onedis-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,2012,Piera Martellozzo 14,White,Chile,"White flowers, honey, melon and ham aromas are true to the variety and welcoming. This feels round and generous, with a lot of ripeness to the body and flavor profile, which includes papaya, melon and spice elements. A melony, honeyed finish is bold and ready.",Secreto,14,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2012 Secreto Viognier (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2012-secreto-viognier-colchagua-valley/,Viognier,2012,Viu Manent 13.9,White,US,"This Chardonnay has something for everyone. It's rich in tropical fruit, apple and peach flavors, with a jacket of oak. The texture is creamy, and the acidity is brisk with flavors of lime.",Durell Vineyard,38,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Witching Stick 2011 Durell Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/witching-stick-2011-durell-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Witching Stick 12.5,White,Spain,"This fresh but generic Sauvignon Blanc offers white-fruit aromas and zesty passion fruit scents. The mouthfeel is juicy, while flavors of grapefruit, lime and orange finish with a touch of pithy bitterness. Along the way, riper notes of melon fade in and out.",,10,87,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Peñascal 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penascal-2012-sauvignon-blanc-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Peñascal 15,Red,Argentina,"Floral, reedy aromas of red berry fruits and plum lead to a ripe, saturated palate with earthy, stewed flavors of prune and blackberry. The prune continues on the finish, which brings saltiness and a chocolaty nuance.",Premium,20,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2011 Premium Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2011-premium-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Alta Vista 14.2,White,US,"Blended with 50% Sauvignon Musque that gives it a distinctly floral note, this wine has just a touch of oak, which gives it some smoky toastiness. It's quite tart in citrusy acidity that gets the mouth watering. Flavorwise, the lemon, lime, and guava flavors have a strong cut of tart, green gooseberries.",,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Amici 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amici-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Amici 13.6,Red,US,"Carneros brings its cool touch to this Merlot in the form of zesty acidity and a body as light and silky as Pinot Noir. The flavors, of ripe red raspberries sprinkled with cinnamon, anise and brown sugar, are elaborate and focused.",,24,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Illustrious 2011 Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/illustrious-2011-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2011,Illustrious 12.5,White,Spain,"There's a wheaty, stalky quality to the nose, then citrus flavors, zesty acidity and finally another wave of stalky character to the palate. Orange and tangerine flavors drive the finish, which has more than enough acidity to not break down.",,14,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Fulget 2012 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulget-2012-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2012,Fulget 12,White,Hungary,"While ebulliently floral and fruity with notes of orange blossom and white peach, a bracing hit of lemon balm and lime zest make this bright, brisk Grüner Veltliner especially refreshing. It lingers long on the palate with a bristling minerality.",,11,87,Hungary,,,Count Károlyi 2012 Grüner Veltliner (Hungary),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/count-karolyi-2012-gruner-veltliner/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Count Károlyi 13.5,Red,Spain,"Cherry and berry aromas are earthy, ripe and blocky. This feels round, complete and easy to drink. Flavors of loamy berry and black plum finish dusty and earthy, with just enough acidity to create length and modest complexity. This is 60% Garnacha and 40% Tempranillo.",Crianza,11,87,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Coto de Hayas 2009 Crianza Tempranillo-Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-hayas-2009-crianza-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-campo-borja/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2009,Coto de Hayas 14,Red,France,"An earthy wine that is showing strong black fruit flavors from the Négrette in the blend. Red fruits, a touch of licorice and some good acidity, this is an instantly drinkable wine, full and just waiting for a barbecue.",Classic,13,87,Southwest France,Fronton,,Château Bouissel 2011 Classic Red (Fronton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouissel-2011-classic-red-fronton/,Red Blend,2011,Château Bouissel 13.5,White,Italy,"This white from southern Italy offers a delicate fragrance of yellow flowers with a hint of tropical fruit, vanilla and spice. The palate delivers creamy golden apple, citrus and lemon drop along with crisp acidity.",Aldiano,19,87,Central Italy,Trebbiano d'Abruzzo,,Cantina Tollo 2012 Aldiano (Trebbiano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-tollo-2012-aldiano-italian-white-trebbiano-trebbiano-dabruzzo/,Trebbiano,2012,Cantina Tollo 15.2,Red,US,"Five years past its harvest, this is ready to go, with quickly-maturing, well-rounded red fruits, and a streak of tobacco running through the finish. Drink now.",,28,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Barking Frog 2008 Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barking-frog-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2008,Barking Frog 13.8,Red,US,"Beaulieu does what it's done so well for so long, producing a Cabernet that reflects real Napa character, at a good price. The wine is dry and fancy, with an elegant structure of acids and tannins housing classic black currant, herb and cedar flavors. With production of 43,000 cases, it's easy to find.",,23,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Beaulieu Vineyard 13.6,Red,US,"Almost one hundred percent varietal with just a small amount of Malbec (3%) added, it's lightly aromatic with notes of berry, ash and green herbs. The palate is tart with chalky tannins. This wine may improve if the acids come in check over time.",,35,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Browne Family Vineyards 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/browne-family-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Browne Family Vineyards 11.5,White,France,"An off-dry aromatic wine, showing peach and apricot fruits, with stewed pears that give richness. It is balanced, with an attractive crisp acidity sharpening up the soft texture. It's ready to drink now with its forward fruitiness.",Cuvée V,14,87,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Bougrier 2012 Cuvée V (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bougrier-2012-cuvee-v-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2012,Bougrier 13.5,Red,US,"Almost all varietal with just a dash of Cabernet Sauvignon (5%) to fill it out, this is an intriguing wine with notes of cherry cordial, chocolate and herbs. With very little new oak influence, the soft, supple fruit flavors are allowed to shine through, giving this wine a real sense of polish.","95% Merlot, 5% CS",20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),"Cascade Ridge 2011 95% Merlot, 5% CS Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA))",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascade-ridge-2011-95-merlot-5-cs-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2011,Cascade Ridge 13.5,Red,US,"From a great vineyard, this Pinot is earthy and fairly robust in style, dry and balanced in acidity with a thick texture. Cherry and cranberry dominate in flavor and aroma, the wine aged 16 months in French oak, 25% new.",Oppenlander Vineyard,40,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Phillips Hill 2011 Oppenlander Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phillips-hill-2011-oppenlander-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,2011,Phillips Hill 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Formerly known as Familia Schroeder, this Patagonian Malbec features racy acidity and a medium body. The nose is a bit stalky in smell, while oak, herbal shadings, mint and pepper support blackberry and cherry flavors through the finish.",,20,88,Other,Patagonia,,Schroeder Estate 2012 Malbec (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schroeder-estate-2012-malbec-patagonia/,Malbec,2012,Schroeder Estate 11.5,Dessert,US,"Rich in baked apple pie and ripe pear, this late-harvest Chenin Blanc, sourced from the Norgard Vineyard and named for Graziano's daughter, has pleasant acidity and isn't cloying or heavy. Smooth from start to finish, pair it with apple desserts or roasted nuts.",Sweet Alexandra,20,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Graziano 2006 Sweet Alexandra Chenin Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graziano-2006-sweet-alexandra-chenin-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chenin Blanc,2006,Graziano 14.1,Red,Argentina,"On the nose, this jammy Malbec smells quite good; aromas of balsam wood, shoe polish and raisin are heady, woody and ripe. The palate, however, is more chubby than defined, with jammy weight and low acidity. Flavors of raisin and baked plum turn more stewy and soft as this breathes out. Drink now.",Particular,30,88,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2009 Particular Malbec,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2009-particular-malbec-san-rafael/,Malbec,2009,Valentín Bianchi 14.5,Red,US,"Five vineyards contribute to this pure Syrah, which shows spicy, citrusy components around tart raspberry fruit. Clean and lively, it has excellent power all the way through to its clean finish.",,21,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Two Vintners 2011 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-vintners-2011-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2011,Two Vintners 15.2,Red,US,"Lola is roughly half Kiona Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon and half Klipsun Vineyard Syrah, aged for 20 months in 60% new French oak. You can sniff the funky composted aspect of the Syrah upfront, followed by generous black cherry fruit. It's immediately accessible, with a cherry cola flavor running through to the finish.",Lola Red Wine,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Two Vintners 2010 Lola Red Wine Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-vintners-2010-lola-red-wine-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2010,Two Vintners 13,White,US,"Ripe yet understated notes of white current, golden fig, apricot and graham cracker prove this Chardonnay's discernable depth. Medium to full bodied, this wine feels luscious, and its toasty flavor and energetic acidity will match grilled arctic char.",Vintage Reserve,32,88,Virginia,Virginia,,The Williamsburg Winery 2010 Vintage Reserve Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williamsburg-winery-2010-vintage-reserve-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2010,The Williamsburg Winery 13.5,White,US,"There's a honeyed finish to this unoaked wine along with peach, Meyer lemon and nectarine flavors. Vibrant acidity makes it a clean and vibrant Pinot Gris.",Paragon Vineyard,17,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tangent 2012 Paragon Vineyard Pinot Gris (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2012-paragon-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Tangent 14.4,White,US,"Oak and sur lie yeastiness play a big part in this dry Chardonnay's personality. The fruit veers toward tart lemons and limes, with just a hint of nectarine and guava. It feels tight and young in the mouth, so give it until 2014 to start expressing itself.",Monte Sereno Vineyard,32,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2011 Monte Sereno Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2011-monte-sereno-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Talley 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a structured red from southern Italy with aromas of red and black berries, forest floor and vanilla. The palate delivers ripe raspberry and black cherry along with white pepper, clove and notes of well integrated oak.",Vigna Alta,20,88,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Taverna 2008 Vigna Alta (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taverna-2008-vigna-alta-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2008,Taverna 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Berry and black plum aromas are oaky and welcoming, with a hint of green herbs poking through. This feels full, round and friendly, with chunky weight and soft tannins. Creamy flavors of blackberry and dark plum come with a saline note, while the finish slides away easily.",,13,88,Other,Patagonia,,Ruta 22 2011 Malbec (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruta-22-2011-malbec-patagonia/,Malbec,2011,Ruta 22 13,Red,US,"Scents of smoky bacon and buttercream hit the nose first, with notes of blackberry and boysenberry in the backdrop. The palate is bold and flavorful, and it boasts sturdy tannins. Pair with a grilled T-bone steak.",,18,88,Virginia,Monticello,,White Hall 2010 Petit Verdot (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-hall-2010-petit-verdot-monticello/,Petit Verdot,2010,White Hall 13.5,Red,Spain,"Black fruits, earth notes and a hint of toast create a subtle, inviting nose. In the mouth, this is chunky but balanced, with mild tannins. Cassis and plum are the lead flavors, and the finish is mellow and fleshy in feel, with a certain lazy ease to it.",Crianza,15,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2010 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2010-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2010,Marqués de Cáceres 14.5,Red,France,"Firm acids and softly dusty tannins give this medium-bodied red a welcome bit of structure. Meanwhile, hints of garrigue accent black cherries, with dried-fruit, licorice and cocoa flavors emerging on the finish. Drink now–2016.",Domaine de Montbayon,25,88,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Louis Bernard 2011 Domaine de Montbayon Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2011-domaine-montbayon-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Louis Bernard 14.5,Red,US,"A roasty, toasty wine with notes of mocha, vanilla and red fruit along with herbs that lean a touch into the green. Its sweet flavors are offset by tart acids that lead to a spice-filled finish.",The Estates,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Milbrandt 2010 The Estates Merlot (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2010-the-estates-merlot-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Merlot,2010,Milbrandt 13.7,White,US,"This has loud, vivid aromas of hazelnuts and roasted popcorn kernels. It has a luscious medium to full-bodied palate, and it bears bold, protracted honeyed flavors. Halibut en croute should prove a rockin' pairing.",Wild Meadow Vineyard,29,88,Virginia,Virginia,,Michael Shaps 2010 Wild Meadow Vineyard Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-shaps-2010-wild-meadow-vineyard-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2010,Michael Shaps 14.5,White,US,"Rich and ripe in pineapples, oranges, peaches and limes, this Chardonnay features oak-influenced buttered toast flavors. It's balanced with crisp acidity and dry minerality.",,26,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Chandon 2011 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-2011-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Chandon 14,White,Spain,"Hard oak on the nose creates a pinched, chemical sensation. Give this time and that goes away, leaving minerally apple and peach aromas. In the mouth, this is firm and intense, with peppery flavors, Sherry notes and almondy accents. A bitter finish with nut skins and dryness registers as complex.",Blanc de Montsalvat,40,88,Catalonia,Priorat,,Francesc Sanchez Bas 2009 Blanc de Montsalvat White (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesc-sanchez-bas-2009-blanc-montsalvat-white-priorat/,White Blend,2009,Francesc Sanchez Bas 12.9,White,US,"This includes 10% Sémillon in the blend, which works nicely. It brings lush fruit flavors of melon, pear and passionfruit, along with a leesy, textural mouthfeel.",Les Collines Vineyard,14,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Garofalo 2012 Les Collines Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garofalo-2012-collines-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Garofalo 14,Red,Spain,"Leather, lemon peel, licorice and black currant aromas set up a flush, rich palate with choppy tannins, depth and volume. Flavors of blackberry come with notes of licorice, spice, prune, herbs and pepper, while the finish is big, grabby and loamy in feel, with dark, herbal flavors.",,20,88,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Gancedo 2010 Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gancedo-2010-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2010,Gancedo 15,Red,US,"Black fruits are wreathed in subtle notes of earth, smoke and graphite. This is a palate-pleasing wine, but seems a little too safe, lacking the complexity and northern Rhône accents that Washington Syrahs often show.",Ethos Reserve,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2010 Ethos Reserve Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2010-ethos-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2010,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.8,Red,US,"Smoke, cocoa and char aromas meld with cola and baking spice accents. The medium-bodied palate is approachable and feels finessed, with its balanced acids and chalky tannins giving footing to the wine. A note of cola repeats on the finish with great precision.",Reserve,25,88,Virginia,Virginia,,Cooper Vineyards 2010 Reserve Petit Verdot (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooper-vineyards-2010-reserve-petit-verdot-virginia/,Petit Verdot,2010,Cooper Vineyards 12,White,France,"This wine has great swathes of green fruits, like biting into a crisp apple. It's bright, shimmering with citrus and grapefruit. There is a tight, mineral bite at the end.",Sur Lie,14,88,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Château de la Ragotiere 2012 Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ragotiere-2012-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2012,Château de la Ragotiere 13,White,Italy,"Made from the Manzoni grape, which is a cross between Pinot Bianco and Riesling, Santi Angeli has a lovely fragrance of pear, apple and stone fruit that carry over to the palate along with citrus and spice. It 's long and linear with a crisp finish.",Santi Angeli,29,88,,Venezie,,Case Paolin 2011 Santi Angeli Manzoni (Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/case-paolin-2011-santi-angeli-italian-white-manzoni-venezie/,Manzoni,2011,Case Paolin 13.5,Red,US,"Castle Rock again surpasses expectations with this Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. It has clear Cabernet character, a soft mix of black cherry and cassis, delivered with a smooth and supple mouthfeel. There are well-integrated hints of coffee, cream and herb. Ready to drink right now, with enough heft to stand up to most grilled meats.",,12,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Castle Rock 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Castle Rock 13.5,Red,France,"A crisp and fruity wine with herbal flavors, as well as riper apricot and quince flavors. It's a balanced wine, developing well, with great final acidity and a lively, crisp aftertaste. Drink now and until 2018.",Cuvée des Conti,20,88,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château Tour des Gendres 2012 Cuvée des Conti White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2012-cuvee-conti-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Tour des Gendres 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Wiry aromas of red plum and cherry are offset by deeper, more baked and stewy notes. This drills away with hard tannins and punchy acidity, while cherry, plum, mint and earthy flavors finish with baked, chocolaty power. The blend is 40% each of Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon, with 20% Merlot.",Primogénito Blend,29,88,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega Patritti 2008 Primogénito Blend Red (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-patritti-2008-primogenito-blend-red-patagonia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Bodega Patritti 14.2,White,US,"This 100% Sauvignon Blanc aspires to the New Zealand style of crispness and dryness. It succeeds on both levels, with fruity, oaky flavors of lemons, limes and honeydew melons. There's a strong note of gooseberries that make the wine tread a careful balance between ripeness and greenness. It's ripe, but just barely.",,45,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grieve 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grieve-2011-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Grieve 13,White,US,"Peach and cantaloupe notes fuse with tropical flower and blood orange on this Viognier's nose. Medium in body, this wine bears refreshing acidity and a persistent orange-flavored finish.",,19,88,Virginia,Monticello,,White Hall 2012 Viognier (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-hall-2012-viognier-monticello/,Viognier,2012,White Hall 13,Red,US,"Aromas of fines herbes, chocolate and licorice follow through onto the medium- to full-bodied palate, which displays balanced acids and finessed tannins.",Trinity,21,88,Virginia,Virginia,,Virginia Mountain Vineyards 2010 Trinity Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virginia-mountain-2010-trinity-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Virginia Mountain Vineyards 14,White,Turkey,"Bright, juicy peach and blossom aromas are tinged with smoky musk on this unusually bold, yet elegantly structured wine made from the indigenous Narince grape. While dry in style, the palate is robust with pink grapefruit and tropical guava flavor, and wraps up with a delicate minerality on the finish.",,15,88,Ankara,,,Vinkara 2012 Narince (Ankara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinkara-2012-other-white-narince-ankara/,Narince,2012,Vinkara 14,White,France,"A delicately perfumed, full-feeling wine with bright spice and apricot and white peach fruits. It has hints of honey, almonds as well as crisp acidity that cuts through the natural ripeness of the wine. Drink from 2014.",,16,88,Southwest France,Jurançon Sec,,Château Jolys 2012 Jurançon Sec,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jolys-2012-white-jurancon-sec/,White Blend,2012,Château Jolys 14.5,Red,Spain,"A whiff of stewed berries comes across as raisin and prune on the nose of this jammy, ripe RDD. In the mouth, this is full and chewy, with chunky, earthy flavors of raisin and baked plum filtering into a minty, peppery finish that's jammy and smooth in feel. Drink before 2015.",Aptus 6 Meses en Barrica,16,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Peñalba Herraiz 2010 Aptus 6 Meses en Barrica (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penalba-herraiz-2010-aptus-6-meses-en-barrica-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,2010,Peñalba Herraiz 13,Red,Italy,Here's a round and approachable Aglianico that shows a softer side to what is southern Italy's most noble grape. This offers delicious blackberry flavors layered with nutmeg and a hint of vanilla along with smooth tannins.,Mastro,15,88,Southern Italy,Campania,,Mastroberardino 2011 Mastro Aglianico (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2011-mastro-italian-red-aglianico-campania/,Aglianico,2011,Mastroberardino 14.5,Red,France,"Roasted cherries, scorched earth, burnt coffee and dark brown sugar all mingle on the nose and palate of this wine. It's a bit rustic and old school, dusty and a bit dry on the finish. Try it in 2–3 years.",Terroir d'Exception La Paillousse,45,88,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Pierre Amadieu 2010 Terroir d'Exception La Paillousse Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-amadieu-2010-terroir-dexception-paillousse-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Pierre Amadieu 12.5,White,US,"This is a creamy, tasty, delicious wine, showing a rich mix of vanilla, lemon curd, peach and melon flavors. It coats the tongue generously and has an appealing purity.",Traditions,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Milbrandt 2012 Traditions Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2012-traditions-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2012,Milbrandt 11.5,Sparkling,US,"The regular Brut bottling is the star of the new Michelle lineup (formerly Domaine Ste. Michelle). Yeasty and foamy when first poured, it settles into a light and pleasing sparkler, with gentle hints of lemon curd and fresh cream.",Brut,14,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Michelle NV Brut Sparkling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michelle-nv-brut-sparkling-columbia-valley-wa/,Sparkling Blend,,Michelle 14.5,Red,Spain,"A compact opening with reduced aromas of raisin and cassis sets up a plump, chunky palate with round, easygoing flavors of raisin, cassis and berry syrup. This is full, flashy and dark, but not particularly complex. Drink through 2015.",Fusió,30,88,Catalonia,Priorat,,Onix 2011 Fusió Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/onix-2011-fusio-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2011,Onix 14,Red,Spain,"Leathery aromas of earth and berry fruits are solid and round. This feels thick and jammy, with a resiny feel. Flavors of baked black fruits are ripe, chunky and chewy, while the finish is rich and a bit hot. Everyhting about this full-bodied RDD says warm year and drink now.",Torre de Golbán Crianza,19,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Atalayas de Golbán 2009 Torre de Golbán Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atalayas-golban-2009-torre-crianza-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2009,Atalayas de Golbán 13.5,Sparkling,US,"This Pinot Noir and Chardonnay blend is a little rough in the mouth, with scoury bubbles. It's rich and ripe in raspberries, strawberries and limes, with a yeasty edge and plenty of acidity. Ready to drink now.",Classic Vintage Brut,38,88,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2008 Classic Vintage Brut Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2008-classic-vintage-brut-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Iron Horse 14.5,Red,US,"Take a blend of five Bordeaux grapes, toss in some Syrah, and voilà—you have your 2011 Bramble Bump Red. Smooth and silky, loaded with purple fruits set against a backdrop of licorice and dark chocolate, this delicious wine finishes with a burst of coffee.",Bramble Bump Red,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2011 Bramble Bump Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2011-bramble-bump-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2011,JM Cellars 13,Red,US,"Hints of milk chocolate and graham cracker lend a sweet-spice quality to crisp red-plum and sour-cherry flavors in this brisk but concentrated wine. It's vivaciously fresh with bursts of acidity and a pleasant herbaceousness throughout. It finishes moderately long with layers of soft, chalky tannins.",Merliance,35,88,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Long Island Merlot Alliance 2010 Merliance Merlot (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-island-merlot-alliance-2010-merliance-long-island/,Merlot,2010,Long Island Merlot Alliance 15.2,Red,US,"Aromas of cassis, dried flower and dill are accented by notes of turmeric and desiccated black fruit. Medium to full bodied, this blend of 50% Merlot and 50% Cabernet Sauvignon is juicy and supple, with some chalky tannins that add tension. Red fruit and espresso notes creep onto the midpalate, lending extra nuance.",Winemaker's Select Bin #9,38,88,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2010 Winemaker's Select Bin #9 Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2010-winemakers-select-bin-9-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-virginia/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Tarara 12.5,Red,France,"Red fruit aromas, soft tannins and a warm feeling permeate this full, fruity wine. It has an open, generous texture, packed with cherry and red berry flavors and layered with acidity. The wine ends fresh and fruity with a touch of tannin.",L'Enfer des Balloquets,20,88,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Robert Perroud 2012 L'Enfer des Balloquets (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-perroud-2012-lenfer-balloquets-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2012,Robert Perroud 13.3,White,US,"Aged in equal parts new and neutral French oak along with stainless steel—the latter with no malolactic fermentation—this wine brings out notes of toast, straw and citrus. It has a thick mouth-feel while alternately delivering good concentration and length. It has a thick somewhat ponderous, lemony feel while alternately delivering good concentration and length. It doesn't quite feel entirely like Chardonnay but it's quite delicious.",Celilo Vineyard,20,88,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Savage Grace 2012 Celilo Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savage-grace-2012-celilo-vineyard-chardonnay-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Chardonnay,2012,Savage Grace 12.5,White,US,"This lovely Gewürztraminer is floral without being cloying, and carries the varietal marker often described as talcum powder. There's a hint of mint, and despite the 16 g/L residual sugar, it's crisp and fresh.",,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2012 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2012-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14,Red,France,"This medium-bodied wine combines grilled cherries with meaty, savory notes. It's not the biggest, baddest or boldest, but it is nicely harmonious and fruit-forward, with a long, mouthwatering finish. Drink it over the next year or two.",Les Grès,15,88,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Domaine de Poulvarel 2009 Les Grès Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-poulvarel-2009-gres-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de Poulvarel 14.1,White,US,"Three quarters Sauvignon Blanc and the remaining Sémillon, this young and fresh wine has vivid citrus and grapefruit flavors leaning toward a hint of fresh cut pear. This is clean, crisp and leesy, with bracing acidity.",Snowflake,16,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Davenport Cellars 2012 Snowflake Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davenport-cellars-2012-snowflake-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2012,Davenport Cellars 13,White,Italy,"This fragrant Malvasia opens with enticing floral aromas that recall acacia and yellow flowers. The palate offers creamy peach flavors, with hints of thyme and sage that are balanced by edgy acidity and a crisp finish.",Tasto di Seta,22,88,Central Italy,Colli Piacentini,,Castello di Luzzano 2012 Tasto di Seta Malvasia di Candia (Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-luzzano-2012-tasto-seta-italian-white-malvasia-candia-colli-piacentini/,Malvasia di Candia,2012,Castello di Luzzano 14,Red,Argentina,"Robust aromas of charcoal, rooty berry, leaf and compost define the nose on this high-acid Tannat from Cafayate in Salta Province. Flavors of stewed berries are roasted and herbal in nature, while a powerful, tannic finish keeps hold of the wine's overriding herbal character.",Viña El Recreo Single Vineyard,35,88,Other,Cafayate,,Quara 2010 Viña El Recreo Single Vineyard Tannat (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quara-2010-vina-el-recreo-single-vineyard-other-red-tannat-cafayate/,Tannat,2010,Quara 14,Red,Chile,"Saturated and dense in color, this Merlot hits hard with berry and cassis aromas along with graphite and pine. It feels full bodied and wiry, with ample oak and tannic grip. Flavors of toasty wood and herbal berry fruits finish medium long.",Marques de Casa Concha,26,88,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 2011 Marques de Casa Concha Merlot (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2011-marques-casa-merlot-peumo/,Merlot,2011,Concha y Toro 12,White,Italy,"This inviting white from Liguria is made with native grape Pigato. It has attractive yellow floral aromas and baked apple along with a note of banana peel. The creamy palate delivers golden apple, pear, thyme and lemon along with crisp acidity.",,24,88,,Riviera Ligure di Ponente,,Colle dei Bardellini 2012 Pigato (Riviera Ligure di Ponente),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colle-bardellini-2012-italian-white-pigato-riviera-ligure-ponente/,Pigato,2012,Colle dei Bardellini 13.5,White,Bulgaria,"Chamomile and fresh herb notes lend breeziness to this pretty floral white wine. The palate is robust, concentrated with white grapefruit flavor, and tinged with a pleasantly astringent lime-pith finish.",Via Diagonalis,17,88,Thracian Valley,,,Castra Rubra 2011 Via Diagonalis White (Thracian Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castra-rubra-2011-via-diagonalis-white-thracian-valley/,White Blend,2011,Castra Rubra 14,Red,Italy,This inviting blend of Barbera and Bonarda from Lombardy offers aromas of black fruit and spice with an earthy note. The palate delivers black cherry and peppery flavors along with soft tannins. Pair this with smoked meats or seasoned cheeses.,Riserva Romeo,37,88,Central Italy,Gutturnio Colli Piacentini,,Castello di Luzzano 2010 Riserva Romeo (Gutturnio Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-luzzano-2010-riserva-romeo-red-gutturnio-colli-piacentini/,Red Blend,2010,Castello di Luzzano 14.5,Red,France,"A ripe and smooth wine, its wood aging softening the rough edges of the young fruitiness and bringing a touch of elegance. The wine is spicy with licorice as well as the red fruit flavors. It can be aged, so drink from 2014.",Les Gravels,,88,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine Rotier 2011 Les Gravels Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rotier-2011-gravels-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2011,Domaine Rotier 13.5,Red,France,"Hints of dried thyme and bay leaf accent this wine's bouncy, upfront red-fruit notes. It's medium bodied, with softly dusty tannins and crisp acids that give shape to the palate and persist through the finish. Drink now and over the next year or two.",Légende des Toques,12,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Balma Venitia 2012 Légende des Toques Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balma-venitia-2012-legende-toques-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2012,Balma Venitia 15.8,Red,US,"This Cabernet Sauvignon has enormously high alcohol that results in a glyceriney sweetness. However, in that category it's one of the best of the vintage. Hard to imagine a wine richer in currants and mocha, and the tannins are as beautiful as any Napa has ever produced. But it's difficult to see the wine aging well, so drink it soon with the most Cabernet-friendly food you can find.",Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard,185,88,California,Napa,Oakville,B Cellars 2010 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2010-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,B Cellars 15,Red,Argentina,"Hickory and other wood-based aromas and flavors dominate this Amarone-style blend. Amid all the smokiness there's cola and vanilla aromas and thick, heavy, meaty flavors of baked black fruits offset by toast, spice and chocolate. A sweet-tasting, jammy feeling finish closes the show.",Enamore,26,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Renacer 2011 Enamore Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-renacer-2011-enamore-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2011,Bodega Renacer 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Baked plum and berry aromas are lusty and jammy. In the mouth, this is tannic and the acidity is citric in character. Flavorwise, A Lisa is pumping out brawny berry flavors matched by lemony oak notes, and the finish is expansive, with blanketing tannic grip. This will show best in late 2014, after it's had more time to settle.",A Lisa,22,88,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 2012 A Lisa Malbec (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-noemia-patagonia-2012-a-lisa-malbec-rio-negro-valley/,Malbec,2012,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 14.3,Red,US,"Named after grower Mike Andrew's father, this is an appealing wine with dark plum, mocha, spices and light gamey notes. The flavors are fresh, plush and fruity, with tannins that add grip.",H/H Estates GW Smith Reserve Malbec Coyote Canyon Vineyard,38,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Coyote Canyon 2010 H/H Estates GW Smith Reserve Malbec Coyote Canyon Vineyard Malbec (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coyote-canyon-2010-h-h-estates-gw-smith-reserve-malbec-vineyard-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Malbec,2010,Coyote Canyon 14.3,Red,US,"A brightly aromatic wine with a medley of raspberry, cranberry, herbs and cherry. It's solid in feel with a good sense of concentration and freshness.",Coyote Canyon Vineyard,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Coyote Canyon 2010 Coyote Canyon Vineyard Grenache (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coyote-canyon-2010-vineyard-grenache-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Grenache,2010,Coyote Canyon 14.3,Red,Argentina,"Dense yet mellow aromas of stalky black fruits, barbecue sauce and earth are patented Salta scents. This feels huge and mouthfilling, with a mix of herbal, savory berry flavors as well as pepper, mint and thyme. The finish feels lively, edgy and tannic.",,20,88,Other,Cafayate,,Coquena 2011 Tannat (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquena-2011-other-red-tannat-cafayate/,Tannat,2011,Coquena 15,Red,US,"The most promising Pinots from this central Monterey County appellation, and this is definitely one of them, continue to show its promise. This is one of the few that goes beyond simple fruit and acidity into complexity. It's not an ager, but the raspberries and cherries, accented with acidity and oak, make it a fine partner now for steak, lamb, tuna or an elaborate mushroom risotto.",Panorama Vineyard,35,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Carmel Road 2011 Panorama Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-road-2011-panorama-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2011,Carmel Road 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Big, smoky dark-berry aromas come with no small amount of graphite, pencil eraser and baked notes. This feels chewy and earthy, while roasted flavors of smoked meats, blackberry and molasses finish jammy, with brown sugar accents.",,18,88,Other,Salta,,Anko 2012 Malbec (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anko-2012-malbec-salta/,Malbec,2012,Anko 14.5,Red,US,"Lots to like here, especially the complex array of black raspberry jam, cola, tobacco, baking spice and sandalwood flavors. The tannins are nice and smooth, and there's enough acidity for balance. While the official alcohol is 14.5% by volume, the wine does have some jalapeño pepper heat in the mouth.",Parmelee-Hill Vineyard,40,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Armida 2011 Parmelee-Hill Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2011-parmelee-hill-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-coast/,Zinfandel,2011,Armida 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made from native grape Monica, this offers a fruit and spice fragrance. The palate delivers ripe cherry and black pepper with subtle notes of well-integrated oak. With its smooth texture, fine tannins and fresh acidity, it's a perfect red for grilled fish.",Perdera,16,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Monica di Sardegna,,Argiolas 2011 Perdera (Monica di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiolas-2011-perdera-italian-red-monica-monica-sardegna/,Monica,2011,Argiolas 15,Red,US,"High alcohol and exceptionally ripe fruit are the hallmarks of this mountain vineyard. In this Zinfandel, they express themselves as blackberries, cherries and mocha that have a roasted edge, and a Port-like heat that is by no means unpleasant. But you do want to drink this Zin with dishes rich in beef, cheese and olive oil.",Monte Rosso Vineyard,48,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Charter Oak 2010 Monte Rosso Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charter-oak-2010-monte-rosso-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Charter Oak 13,Dessert,France,"Yellow fruits dominate this gently sweet wine. It's the balance between the sweetness and the acidity that scores, along with a light touch that keeps the wine fresh and fruity. It can be drunk, but should be aged and will be best after 2016.",Tendresse,,88,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Château de Jurque 2011 Tendresse (Jurançon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jurque-2011-tendresse-white-blend-gros-petit-manseng-jurancon/,Gros and Petit Manseng,2011,Château de Jurque 13.5,Red,US,"Not clear what the blend is on this red wine, because the winery doesn't tell us. But it's very good, showing rich black cherry, red currant, mocha and spice flavors. What a great price for such a nice, drinkable wine.",Rosso di Napa,18,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ca' Momi 2011 Rosso di Napa Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-2011-rosso-napa-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2011,Ca' Momi 12.5,White,US,"Blended with 10% Viognier, this wine brings notes of flowers and peach while showing little oak influence. A touch of residual sugar sweetens the finish.",,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cascade Ridge 2012 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascade-ridge-2012-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2012,Cascade Ridge 13.8,Red,US,"This is quite a good Cabernet, and kudos to the winery, which grew the grapes, for holding it back this long. Good as it is, one wishes the wine were a bit more restrained. It's explosive in blackberries and cherries whose main appeal is sweet fruitiness, not to mention sweet, toasty oak. It's fancy to drink now.",,48,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Volker Eisele Family Estate 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volker-eisele-family-estate-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Volker Eisele Family Estate 13.5,Sparkling,US,"The blend is Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The Brut X designation refers to the winery's driest sparkler, but the wine retains plenty of sweet, ripe strawberries, raspberries, limes, vanilla and honey. It's very good, but a minor critique is a certain roughness of texture. Drink now.",Brut X,50,88,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2008 Brut X Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2008-brut-x-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Iron Horse 14.5,White,US,"What a bargain in a fine Chardonnay. There is a hint of vanilla, flavors of pears, apples and melons and a rich mouthfeel, perfectly balanced by ample acidity. Should be easy to find, with 15,000 cases produced. From Delicato.",,17,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,First Press 2011 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/first-press-2011-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,First Press 9,White,US,"Ripe, juicy honeydew and tangerine flavors are abound on this delicately sweet Riesling. Bright and light-footed with bursts of sweet grapefruit acidity, it would be a fantastic accompaniment to soft-rind cheeses and herbaceous Southeast Asian fare.",William Vigne Juicy Sweet,14,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Seneca Lake,Fulkerson 2011 William Vigne Juicy Sweet Riesling (Seneca Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulkerson-2011-william-vigne-juicy-sweet-riesling-finger-lakes-seneca-lake/,Riesling,2011,Fulkerson 13.9,Red,US,"Hawley has been making this single-vineyard Pinot for years, and the wine has achieved real consistency. The 2011, like the 2010, is bright in acidity, with ripe raspberry, cranberry and sandalwood flavors. It's a fine Pinot to drink now.",Oehlman Vineyard,38,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hawley 2011 Oehlman Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2011-oehlman-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Hawley 13.9,Red,US,"Blended from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, and aged for two years in French oak, this ripe, juicy wine is filled with flavor. Blackberries, cherries, currants, licorice, cola and sweet toast fill the mouth. The tannins are substantial, but nothing that barbecue can't deal with.",Hawley Vineyard Estate,52,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Hawley 2010 Hawley Vineyard Estate Meritage (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2010-vineyard-estate-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Meritage,2010,Hawley 13.8,White,US,"Viognier, which needs cool temperatures, succeeds in Napa's Oak Knoll because it's a southerly region, hence closer to the Bay. The wine still feels a little soft, but has just enough acidity to make the tropical fruit, white peach and honeysuckle flavors balanced.",Estate Grown,28,88,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 2012 Estate Grown Viognier (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/materra-2012-estate-grown-viognier-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Viognier,2012,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 18,Dessert,US,"Harking back to California's roots, Miraflores is using Mission grapes to craft this Angelica, a sweet, intensely black dessert wine. On the nose are strong wafts of tobacco and cedar. The palate is huge with acidity kicking in midpalate. The finish is clean and long. An interesting alternative to Port.",Angelica,50,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Miraflores NV Angelica Mission (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miraflores-nv-angelica-other-red-mission-sierra-foothills/,Mission,,Miraflores 13.5,Red,US,"The light flavors of cherry and herb play second fiddle to the oak notes of toasted marshmellow, vanilla, chocolate and char (30% new French and American oak) with mouthwatering acids bringing a pleasing sense of freshness.",The Estates,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Milbrandt 2010 The Estates Cabernet Sauvignon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2010-the-estates-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Milbrandt ,Red,US,"A medium-bodied blend of 50% Petit Verdot and 50% Tannat, this has a finessed, polished palate, threaded with concentrated notes of raspberries and spring flowers. It remains bright and structured on the finish.",Cleve,35,88,Virginia,Virginia,,Philip Carter 2010 Cleve Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philip-carter-2010-cleve-red-virginia/,Red Blend,2010,Philip Carter 13.5,White,US,"This is a crisp, clean and nicely-structured Chardonnay, fermented in a mix of new and neutral oak, along with some stainless steel. A bit beer-like and yeasty at first, it opens into pleasing flavors of grapefruit and pineapple, with just the right amount of acidity.",,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2012 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2012-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2012,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14,Red,France,"Full, rich wine that combines an aromatic herbal element with ripe red fruits. It's the wood aging that knits this dense wine together, adding the spice and the smoothing element. Still young, this wine should be kept and drunk after 2015.",Les Hauts de Guillaman,25,88,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine Guillaman 2010 Les Hauts de Guillaman Merlot (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-guillaman-2010-hauts-merlot-cotes-gascogne/,Merlot,2010,Domaine Guillaman 13,White,Italy,"Here's a lovely Greco di Tufo with aromas of pressed flowers, peach and tropical fruit. The palate has structure and finesse, delivering ripe peach, apricot and pineapple flavors impeccably balanced by refreshing acidity.",,18,88,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,Donnachiara 2012 Greco di Tufo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnachiara-2012-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,2012,Donnachiara 14.5,White,US,"Fermented in concrete, then aged on lees for five months, this is a pretty expression of Chardonnay with popcorn butter, cream and white peach leading to a tart finish.",Reserve Estate Unoaked,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Columbia Crest 2012 Reserve Estate Unoaked Chardonnay (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2012-reserve-estate-unoaked-chardonnay-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Chardonnay,2012,Columbia Crest 14.6,Red,US,"Half Merlot, with the other four Bordeaux grapes filling out the rest, this is a soft, ready-to-drink blend that's loaded with sweet plum and a wash of milk chocolate. Open, smooth and balanced, it's a moderately-sized wine drinking at, or near its peak already.",R.H.D.,27,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Davenport Cellars 2009 R.H.D. Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davenport-cellars-2009-rhd-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Davenport Cellars 13.5,Red,Italy,"This straightforward Cabernet Franc from northern Italy has aromas of bell pepper, red currants and cedar wood that carry over to the palate along with cherry notes and exotic herbs. It's fresh and linear, and can be enjoyed now through 2016.",,19,88,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Tenuta Luisa 2011 Cabernet Franc (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-luisa-2011-cabernet-franc-isonzo-del-friuli/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Tenuta Luisa 14.7,Red,US,"The Oliver red is a mix of Syrah, Petite Sirah and Grenache from the excellent Olsen and Stone Tree vineyards. At four years of age it seems to be flattening out. The blueberry and cassis fruit, along with substantial savory notes, are smooth but not quite as lively as past vintages. Drink now.",Oliver,55,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Two Vintners 2009 Oliver Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-vintners-2009-oliver-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2009,Two Vintners 12,Red,US,"Impenetrable ruby in hue, this heavy-hitting blend of 51% Petit Verdot, 20% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc and 13% Cabernet Sauvignon offers tight aromas of cassis, char and espresso, with hints of blackberry and tobacco. The palate demonstrates impressive balance between its flesh, acids and tannins, while boasting notable concentration. A note of black raspberry extends onto the finish.",Lord Botetourt Limited,18,88,Virginia,Virginia,,The Williamsburg Winery 2010 Lord Botetourt Limited Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williamsburg-winery-2010-lord-botetourt-limited-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,The Williamsburg Winery 13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine from Campania shows aromas of black fruit, vanilla, espresso and hints of oak. The palate delivers ripe red currant, cherry and blueberry layered with coffee bean, licorice and espresso. The tannins are still astringent and calls out for grilled steaks.",Pago dei Fusi,54,88,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Terredora 2007 Pago dei Fusi (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2007-pago-fusi-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2007,Terredora 12.8,Red,US,"All coming from Dineen Vineyard, the grapes were whole-berry fermented and aged 18 months in neutral oak. Bright, fresh and fruity with notes of cranberry and red currant, it's lightly styled, soft and supple with a sense of freshness and polish. This wine is drinking young and needs additional time in the bottle to flesh out but will deserve a spot at the dinner table.",,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Savage Grace 2011 Syrah (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savage-grace-2011-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Syrah,2011,Savage Grace 14,Red,Turkey,"There's a spotlight on ripe, brooding black plums and cherries in this big, powerful Turkish Cabernet Sauvignon. It's densely structured, with fine-grained, yet deeply penetrating tannins, and a streak of high acidity, but there's an elegant suppleness throughout that hints of a long maturation ahead.",Imperial,25,88,Urla-Thrace,,,Kayra 2008 Imperial Cabernet Sauvignon (Urla-Thrace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kayra-2008-imperial-cabernet-sauvignon-urla-thrace/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Kayra 14,White,US,"Ripe in oak, this Chardonnay has aromas of candied lemon and chiffon, and is crisp in acidity with a taste of wet stone and fresh peach. With layers and depth, the oak rears its head most prominently on the finish.",,25,88,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Judson Hale Winery 2012 Chardonnay (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/judson-hale-winery-2012-chardonnay-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Chardonnay,2012,Judson Hale Winery 12,White,Spain,"Straightforward white-fruit aromas of apple and peach are the greeting, which is followed by a leesy, creamy feeling palate with enough popping acidity to create proper balance. Flavors of citrus fruits, nectarine and lees finish tasty and bright.",On Lees,20,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Maior de Mendoza 2012 On Lees Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maior-mendoza-2012-lees-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2012,Maior de Mendoza 13.8,Red,US,"Front-loaded with cherries, violets, red currants and mocha, this Merlot isn't just about flavor. It also has depth and length, in other words a complexity that lifts it above the average. It's already throwing some sediment, suggesting that even a year or two in the bottle will help it mellow.",Estate Grown,42,88,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 2010 Estate Grown Merlot (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/materra-2010-estate-grown-merlot-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Merlot,2010,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"This young red blend marries sweet raspberry and blueberry fruit to peppery, drying tannins. It's drinking well already, and should continue to over the next 3–5 years.",,23,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Savage Grace 2012 Syrah-Grenache (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savage-grace-2012-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah-Grenache,2012,Savage Grace 13.5,White,Turkey,"Savory whiffs of smoke and toasted nuts accentuate the Narince grape's bold, brawny side. This is unabashedly oaky, but bright lemon custard and floral notes ring true on the palate, and linger through a warm, vanilla-tinged finish.",Reserve Dry,25,88,Ankara,,,Vinkara 2010 Reserve Dry White (Ankara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinkara-2010-reserve-dry-white-ankara/,White Blend,2010,Vinkara 13,Red,France,"This single vineyard wine has much of the right tannic structure for a Moulin-à-Vent, while also retaining a lighter touch of juicy bitter cherry fruits and tense acidity. It has a denser core that will allow the wine to age, so drink from 2014.",Domaine des Ailes,21,88,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Vignerons de Bel Air 2012 Domaine des Ailes (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-bel-air-2012-domaine-ailes-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2012,Vignerons de Bel Air 14,White,Italy,"From Friuli, here's a full-bodied white with character. Made from a blend of Malvasia Istriana, Friulano and Riesling, this delivers peach, apricot, mineral and citrus sensations. It has a smooth texture as well as depth and complexity.",Flors di Vis,36,88,,Friuli Isonzo,,Vie di Romans 2011 Flors di Vis White (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vie-romans-2011-flors-vis-white-friuli-isonzo/,White Blend,2011,Vie di Romans 12.4,White,US,"Estate-grown Riesling from a new vineyard and resort on the shores of Lake Osoyoos near the Canadian border. It's off-dry, ripe and fruity, with accents of sweet tea, honeysuckle and a streak of vanilla. Katy Perry (of Tildio) is the winemaker.",Lakehouse,19,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Veranda Beach 2012 Lakehouse White (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veranda-beach-2012-lakehouse-white-other/,White Blend,2012,Veranda Beach 14.9,Red,US,"Excellent fruit sources (Conner Lee and Boushey vineyards) provide the highlights here. Dense, dark, toasty and flavorful, this is loaded with ripe blackberry, black cherry and fig flavors. Good concentration and power throughout.",,39,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Red Sky 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-sky-2009-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2009,Red Sky 14,Red,Spain,"Smoky, roasted top aromas cover scents of dried cheese, leather, latex and red fruits. This feels good and flush, with crisp acidity driving flavors of tomato, red plum, herbs and spice. A long, lightly herbal finish is a good ending. Drink now.",Reserva,20,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramón Bilbao 2008 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramon-bilbao-2008-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Ramón Bilbao 14.2,White,US,"The vineyard is in the Carneros district, which makes you wonder why the winery doesn't so identify it. The wine shows brisk, mouthwatering acidity and flavors that range from ripe tropical fruits through lemons and grapefruits to tart gooseberries.",Hudson Vineyard,32,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Maisonry 2012 Hudson Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maisonry-2012-hudson-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Maisonry 14.1,White,US,"Any poultry or veal entrée that's slightly sweet and spicy will love this Viognier. Entirely unoaked so that only the fruit stars, it features powerful flavors of Asian pears, tangerines, green apples and honeysuckle, brightened with a squeeze of lime acidity. Although it will pair with a huge range of foods, General Tso's Chicken comes to mind as ideal.",Paragon Vineyard,17,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tangent 2012 Paragon Vineyard Viognier (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2012-paragon-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-edna-valley/,Viognier,2012,Tangent 13.8,White,US,"Well-priced from estate-grown vineyards, Shannon Ridge's Chardonnay is smooth in lemon, ripe apple and pear, and easygoing and clean with a finish of pineapple and vanilla oak. A great go-to wine for white wine lovers.",High Elevation Collection,15,88,California,Lake County,Lake County,Shannon Ridge 2012 High Elevation Collection Chardonnay (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shannon-ridge-2012-high-elevation-collection-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Chardonnay,2012,Shannon Ridge 18.8,Port/Sherry,US,"Aged for more than three years in French oak, this 100% Petite Sirah Port has Tawny character, cinnamon spicy smooth and dark, with a bite of acidity on the mid-palate. Smooth with a long finish, its flavors lean toward blueberry and dark chocolate. It has 70 g/L residual sugar.",Serpentine Meadow Vineyard,25,88,California,Lake County,Guenoc Valley,Guenoc 2008 Serpentine Meadow Vineyard Petite Sirah (Guenoc Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2008-serpentine-meadow-vineyard-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-guenoc-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Guenoc 13,Red,US,"Hints of dark chocolate and bramble wood lend richness to bright black cherry notes on the nose and palate. It's concentrated with flavor, but crisp with cranberry-like acidity and soft tannins on the finish.",Estate Grown,25,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sherwood House Vineyards 2010 Estate Grown Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwood-house-2010-estate-grown-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2010,Sherwood House Vineyards 14.1,Red,US,"Syrah is the best of the Script & Seal offerings, showing sharp-toned flavors of cassis, licorice, tobacco and ultra-dark chocolate.",,15,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Script & Seal 2010 Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/script-seal-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2010,Script & Seal 12.5,White,Spain,"While not a mind-blower, this fresh Verdejo is all that it should be. The nose offers a just-right blend of minerally crispness along with apple, melon and citrus aromas. The palate is properly tangy, while flavors of orange and melon finish solid and zesty.",,13,88,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Legaris 2012 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legaris-2012-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2012,Legaris 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dry, fresh aromas of red fruits come across crisp and racy. The palate follows the nose's lead with medium weight and traditional snappy acidity. Flavors of plum, berry and cassis are clean, while the finish shows some richness via molasses and oaky notes.",Reserva,19,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Riscal 2008 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-riscal-2008-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Marqués de Riscal 13,Red,US,"Lush aromas of ripe black cherries, graham crackers and menthol are generous and inviting on this promising Long Island Merlot. It's luscious and concentrated on the palate, but bracingly taut with acidity and a tart Morello-cherry finish.",Reserve,49,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Gramercy Vineyards 2008 Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gramercy-2008-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2008,Gramercy Vineyards 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Jammy berry and cassis aromas come with a bit of leather and horse hide. This brings it on the palate, but there isn't much finesse to the mix of blackberry and baked plum flavors along with hard tannins. Give this time in the glass and it opens up and mellows out.",Phebus Estate Bottled,16,88,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Fabre Montmayou 2011 Phebus Estate Bottled Malbec (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabre-montmayou-2011-phebus-estate-bottled-malbec-rio-negro-valley/,Malbec,2011,Fabre Montmayou 14,Red,France,"Showing the richness of the vintage, this is a warm and ripe wine. It has weight, but is given a fresh point by the black currant fruit and forward acidity. It is not for aging, so drink now.",Cuvée Mérlateau,,88,Bordeaux,Lussac Saint-Émilion,,Château de Roques 2009 Cuvée Mérlateau (Lussac Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-roques-2009-cuvee-merlateau-red-lussac-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Roques 13,Red,Spain,"Dusty berry fruit aromas blend with milk chocolate and lactic notes on what amounts to a mildly oaky nose. The mouthfeel, meanwhile, is juicy and just right. Flavors of berry fruits, licorice and raisin finish full, minty and ripe, with lasting freshness.",Crianza,15,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Conde de Altava 2009 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-altava-2009-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Conde de Altava 13.5,White,US,"For lovers of lush, buttery Chardonnay, this is the one to seek out. Generously toasty barrel flavors complement spicy pineapple fruit. It's forward, full-bodied and ready to drink now.",Grand Estates,12,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2011 Grand Estates Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2011-grand-estates-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Columbia Crest 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Grapy aromas of violet petals and chunky berry fruits filter into a blocky, full-bodied palate with commendable balance. The flavor profile is dark and fruity, with spice, herb and berry flavors that finish peppery and briary.",Aruma,18,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodegas Caro 2011 Aruma Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-caro-2011-aruma-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Bodegas Caro 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Rooty aromas are ripe on one hand and lighty herbal on the other. This feels focused and crisp, with good structure and tannins in front of raspberry and cassis flavors. For the most part this is on the money, even with a finish that's flat in feel and earthy in flavor. The blend is 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Malbec.",Chúcaro,12,88,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega Patritti 2010 Chúcaro Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-patritti-2010-chucaro-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-patagonia/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2010,Bodega Patritti 13.5,Red,Argentina,"he bouquet smells jammy and not that exciting. In the mouth, freshness takes over, but the acidity is hard. Flavors of wild berry are spicy and continue into the finish, with oak making itself known.",J. Alberto Single Vineyard,52,88,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 2012 J. Alberto Single Vineyard Malbec (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-noemia-patagonia-2012-j-alberto-single-vineyard-malbec-rio-negro-valley/,Malbec,2012,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 13.4,White,US,"Taste this wine blind, and you'd never guess it was unoaked. It has delicious and savory notes of buttered toast and vanilla. The wine is huge in tangerines, golden mangoes, Meyer lemons and ripe peaches, brightened with crisp acidity.",Teresa's Unoaked Estate,20,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Balletto 2012 Teresa's Unoaked Estate Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balletto-2012-teresas-unoaked-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Balletto 13.8,White,US,"Two thirds Boushey Vineyard, and one third Red Willow, this pure Sauvignon Blanc has not yet completely knit itself together. There's a solid core of clean and tangy ripe lemon, citrus and pineapple fruit. The finish is where it lacks some focus, and may benefit from another year or two of bottle age.",Oliane,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Avennia 2012 Oliane Sauvignon Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avennia-2012-oliane-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Avennia 13.5,Red,Spain,"A dry, cool, foresty nose with toast on top of black-fruit aromas is a welcoming opening. In the mouth, this is fresh, aggressive and showing plenty of energy. Briary black-fruit flavors come with kick and finish firm and racy. This is authentic, highly drinkable RDD, especially given the price.",Teón Roble,13,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Ontañón 2010 Teón Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-ontanon-2010-teon-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2010,Bodegas Ontañón 14.9,Red,Argentina,"Smoky aromas of jerky, bacon and ham blend with plum and raspberry. As you should expect from higher-end Malbec, this feels full and earthy but also chunky and undefined. Flavors of baked berry fruits carry a mild herbal hint, while the finish is earthy and chocolaty.",,22,89,Mendoza Province,Perdriel,,Marchiori & Barraud 2011 Malbec (Perdriel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchiori-barraud-2011-malbec-perdriel/,Malbec,2011,Marchiori & Barraud 13,Red,Italy,"From one of southern Italy's leading producers, this hearty Aglianico offers earthy aromas of just-turned soil and blackberry. The delicious palate has a ripe core of black cherry accented with white pepper and balsamic notes. It's polished, round and very enjoyable now so drink soon.",,25,89,Southern Italy,Campania,,Mastroberardino 2011 Aglianico (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2011-italian-red-aglianico-campania/,Aglianico,2011,Mastroberardino 13,Red,France,"A wine that has good concentration from the very old vines along with red cherry fruits and some tight, mineral acidity. The banana character does spoil the overall ripe, full effect, so give the wine another year for this to disappear. Acidity and tannins do promise this aging.",Vignes de 1935,20,89,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Domaine Dupré 2012 Vignes de 1935 (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dupre-2012-vignes-1935-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2012,Domaine Dupré 13,Rose,France,"Importer Robert Kacher has an impressive stable of rosés from the southern Rhône at terrific pricing. this one, from the undervalued right bank of the valley, features 70% Cabernet Franc. Peaches, cherries and hints of peppery spice combine easily, then end on a note of wet stones. Drink now.",Rosé de Fayel,13,89,Rhône Valley,Vin de Pays du Gard,,Domaine des Cantarelles 2012 Rosé de Fayel Rosé (Vin de Pays du Gard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cantarelles-2012-rose-fayel-vin-pays-gard/,Rosé,2012,Domaine des Cantarelles 12.5,Dessert,France,"Wood aging does not help the richness of this wine. It brings out toast and covers the glorious sweet fruits. With acidity thrown in the balance is not there. Maybe several years will help, so don't drink before 2017.",Les Larmes de Bacchus,111,89,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Pichot 2009 Les Larmes de Bacchus (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pichot-2009-larmes-bacchus-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Domaine Pichot 14.4,Red,US,"Woodsy and thickly textured, this Weir Pinot is balanced in just-ripe cherry goodness that neatly scrapes the edge of sour-ness. Fine earth and herbal overtones show off its varietal qualities, more typical of its warmer climate than the Deep End of Anderson Valley.",Weir Vineyard,50,89,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Furthermore 2010 Weir Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/furthermore-2010-weir-vineyard-pinot-noir-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2010,Furthermore 13,Red,France,"This structured, full and ripe wine shows great cherry fruits, some chewy tannins and a delicious juicy character. It is balanced and with its tannins should age. Drink now and until 2017.",L'Aurore des Côtes,20,89,Beaujolais,Chiroubles,,Fabien Collonge 2012 L'Aurore des Côtes (Chiroubles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabien-collonge-2012-laurore-cotes-gamay-chiroubles/,Gamay,2012,Fabien Collonge 14,Red,US,"A superb red wine, and in fact one of the best Petit Verdots ever produced in California. It's so delicate, it has the weight of a fine Pinot Noir, which is mainly the result of low (by California standards) alcohol. There's an exquisite range of black cherry compote, mushu plum sauce, currant, baking spice and sandalwood flavors. The grapes come from vineyards the winemaker leased on land at Bien Nacido.",Bien Nacido Estate Plantings,35,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Clendenen 2008 Bien Nacido Estate Plantings Petit Verdot (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clendenen-2008-bien-nacido-estate-plantings-petit-verdot-petite-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Petit Verdot,2008,Clendenen 14.1,White,US,"This is a pure, clean, vibrant wine, modest in alcohol, with brisk acidity. Fermented in stainless steel, it features classic varietal flavors of oranges, apples, honey and vanilla that finish dry and spicy.",Paragon Vineyard,17,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tangent 2012 Paragon Vineyard Grenache Blanc (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2012-paragon-vineyard-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-edna-valley/,Grenache Blanc,2012,Tangent 13.2,Red,US,"Brambly berry and wood notes lend complexity to the luscious cassis and black cherry flavors. It's intensely concentrated with fruit, but bright bursts of acidity and layers of fresh sage and thyme add balance, leading to a long, harmonious finish. Drink now–2020.",,25,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,T'Jara 2010 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tjara-2010-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2010,T'Jara 14.6,Red,US,"This is Cabernet dominant, but includes all five Bordeaux varieties. The opening aromas include whiffs of leaf and stem, but are integrated well into a modest palate with light, soft cherry fruit. It's far along on the aging curve, smooth and open. Drink soon.",Continuity,29,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Davenport Cellars 2009 Continuity Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davenport-cellars-2009-continuity-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Davenport Cellars 13.5,Red,US,"A 50-50 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah, this is a fine everyday wine to drink now. It has extra features of complexity, with a dry, full-bodied fruitiness that suggests barbecue or pasta.",Anniversary,19,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,One Hope 2009 Anniversary Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/one-hope-2009-anniversary-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,One Hope 13.5,Red,US,"The popular Indian Wells bottling from Chateau Ste. Michelle includes 10% Syrah, sourced from the Wahluke Slope. The combination is a proven winner. This medium-bodied, fruit-forward wine's inviting raspberry and cherry flavors are anchored with well-structured tannins.",Indian Wells,18,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2011 Indian Wells Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2011-indian-wells-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Chateau Ste. Michelle 11.5,Sparkling,US,"This distinctly fruity sparkler is infused with flavors of honey, green apple, peach and lemon. It's clean and zesty, with a lingering finish. A nice sparkling wine to drink with just about anything.",Brut Cuvée,10,86,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Brut Cuvée (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-brut-cuvee-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Barefoot 13,Rose,France,"Chapoutier's 2012 rosé is a bit tauter and zippier than many of its counterparts, giving its modest berry fruit a kick of passion fruit and a zingy, citrus-and-chalk finish. Drink it over the next few months.",Belleruche,15,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,M. Chapoutier 2012 Belleruche Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2012-belleruche-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,M. Chapoutier 14.8,Red,US,"There's some nice weight and spice here in this mild-mannered Graciano, adept in its baked plum and strawberry flavor, spicy leather throughout the soft textures with a pronounced savory hit on the finish. Pair with grilled meats or paella.",Terra Alta Vineyard,28,86,California,Central Valley,Clements Hills,Riaza 2010 Terra Alta Vineyard Graciano (Clements Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riaza-2010-terra-alta-vineyard-spanish-red-graciano-central-valley-clements-hills/,Graciano,2010,Riaza 13.5,Red,US,"A scent of juicy black plum commingles with notes of milk chocolate, game and sun-baked straw. Medium to full bodied, this wine is structured with lively acidity and leathery tannins. A bitterness that's akin to grapefruit pith adds tension to the finish.",,32,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Doukénie 2010 Petit Verdot (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doukenie-2010-petit-verdot-virginia/,Petit Verdot,2010,Doukénie 14.5,White,US,"The combination of dryness, delicate acidity and lemon, lime, tropical fruit, green apple and apricot flavors make this wine super drinkable. A honeyed finish makes it a natural for Asian fare.",Virginia's Block,25,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Davis Bynum 2012 Virginia's Block Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-2012-virginias-block-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Davis Bynum 15,Red,Italy,"This blend of Merlot, Refosco and Cabernet Sauvignon offers dense flavors of plum extract, red currant and bell pepper that are layered with oak, vanilla and chocolate. However, it lacks energy, and you'll notice the warmth of alcohol as well as a bitter, wood finish.",Podere dei Blumeri,40,86,,Venezia Giulia,,Mario Schiopetto 2008 Podere dei Blumeri Red (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-schiopetto-2008-podere-blumeri-red-venezia-giulia/,Red Blend,2008,Mario Schiopetto 11.5,Sparkling,US,"The attractive new label design introduces this clean, simple, pleasant rosé, a blend of Pinot Noir and 7% Pinot Meunier. Quite foamy, it subsides into a pale pink wine with hints of strawberry fruit.",Brut Rosé,14,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Michelle NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michelle-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-columbia-valley-wa/,Sparkling Blend,,Michelle ,White,US,"Creamy and sweet in orange and tropical fruit flavors, this Albariño is fortunately balanced by crisp Central Coast acidity. It's an easy white wine to drink with almost anything.",,36,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Skyhawk Lane 2012 Albariño (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skyhawk-lane-2012-albarino-central-coast-edna-valley/,Albariño,2012,Skyhawk Lane 13,Red,Italy,"Made from the native Refosco grape, this opens with scents of blueberry, kitchen spice and herbs. The palate is not very expressive but reveals raspberry, red currant and spice tones along with astringent tannins.",Terre Magre,16,85,,Friuli Grave,,Piera Martellozzo 2011 Terre Magre Refosco (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piera-martellozzo-2011-terre-magre-italian-red-refosco-friuli-grave/,Refosco,2011,Piera Martellozzo 14.5,Red,Chile,"Although this Cab is scratchy on the nose and palate, it is fresh and cleanly made, with black-fruit flavors, spice and only a mild dose of Chile's patented minty green character. A monotone finish burns a bit but otherwise tastes right.",Urban,13,85,Maule Valley,,,O. Fournier 2011 Urban Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2011-urban-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,O. Fournier 13.5,Red,US,"The label doesn't tell us what the blend is, but it's a blend of Syrah, Merlot, Petite Sirah and Zinfandel. The texture is soft, and the flavors are rich and ripe in cherries, currants and spicy, umami teriyaki. Earns an extra point for sheer likeability.",Homefront,15,85,California,California Other,California,Murphy-Goode 2011 Homefront Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2011-homefront-red-other/,Red Blend,2011,Murphy-Goode 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's an unusual white from Sicily made with red Nero d'Avola grapes. It has a subdued floral fragrance and a linear palate showing citrus notes, white pepper and bracing acidity.",Bianco di Morgante,18,85,Italy Other,Vino da Tavola,,Morgante 2012 Bianco di Morgante Nero d'Avola (Vino da Tavola),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgante-2012-bianco-italian-red-nero-davola-vino-tavola/,Nero d'Avola,2012,Morgante 12.5,White,US,"Honeyed graham cracker, shrimp consommé and wet stone notes make for an idiosyncratic nose. Delicate flavors of citrus, pear and mineral add interest to the palate, and the lively acidity provides a pleasing cut. Pair this with shucked oysters or grilled clams.",,23,85,Virginia,Monticello,,Glass House 2011 Viognier (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glass-house-2011-viognier-monticello/,Viognier,2011,Glass House 14.4,White,US,"A refreshingly brisk white wine that captures Viognier's exotic personality. It's wildly rich in tropical fruit, brown sugar and peach flavors, brightened by crisp acidity. Almost as sweet as a dessert wine, it retreats into balanced dryness on the finish.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Eclectic 2012 Viognier (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eclectic-2012-viognier-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Viognier,2012,Eclectic 14.3,Red,US,"The up front barrel notes of smoke, pencil shavings and chocolate are followed by floral notes, mushroom and cherry. It's medium bodied with dry tannins and tart flavors.",Coyote Canyon Vineyard,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Coyote Canyon 2010 Coyote Canyon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coyote-canyon-2010-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Coyote Canyon 14.1,White,US,"Flavors of peach, orange and mango fruit are prominent in this wine. Of course, there's also the complicating pleasantness of alcohol. Pair with Chinese food, a nice sandwich or pasta salad.",,21,85,California,Napa,Rutherford,Provenance Vineyards 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provenance-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Provenance Vineyards 13,Red,US,"With hints of barnyard and graphite accenting lush notes of blackberries, cassis and ceder, this distinctly Old World-style Cabernet is fascinatingly complex, yet undeniably simple in style. It's austere on the palate with layers of fine, yet penetrating tannins and a finish that's just a tad astringent.",Estate Grown,23,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 2007 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2007-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Pellegrini Vineyards 14,Red,Chile,"This is more ripe and round than most value Carmenères from 2011. The nose is creamy and oaky, with graphite, leather and balsamic notes to go with inky black-fruit scents. The palate is chunky and thick, with blackberry, pepper and herbal flavors. A rubbery feeling finish turns slightly bitter toward the end.",La Joya Gran Reserva,15,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2011 La Joya Gran Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2011-joya-gran-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2011,Viña Bisquertt 11,White,US,"An aromatic wine with notes of dried apricot and flowers. At 70 g/L residual sugar, it drinks sweet and is a quaffable crowd pleaser.",Pink Label Late Harvest,10,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Washington Hills 2011 Pink Label Late Harvest Riesling (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/washington-hills-2011-pink-label-late-harvest-riesling-other/,Riesling,2011,Washington Hills 13.5,White,Spain,"Angular, slightly sweaty aromas let you know up front that this is Sauvignon Blanc. In the mouth, it's a bit soft and short on acidity. Flavors of mango, banana and brown sugar finish with candied sweetness and a shot of bitterness.",,13,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Palacio de Bornos 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palacio-bornos-2012-sauvignon-blanc-rueda/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Palacio de Bornos 14,Red,Spain,"If you like cru bourgeois Bordeaux and don't mind a fair amount of green in your wine, then add a point or two. But frankly, this is closed and herbaceous on the nose, with minty, quick flavors of herbal berry fruits and thyme. Rarely do RDD wines have this much herbal essence, but the feel is perfectly good.",Crianza Vallebueno,19,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Palacio de Bornos 2009 Crianza Vallebueno (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palacio-bornos-2009-crianza-vallebueno-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2009,Palacio de Bornos 14,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-style blend is half Cabernet Sauvignon, the rest a mix of Merlot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc. Light, leafy, somewhat green flavors suggest thin, plummy fruit with a strong herbal streak. It looses weight quickly and turns tannic.",Evan's Collection,36,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Pacifica 2011 Evan's Collection Meritage (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacifica-2011-evans-collection-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-other/,Meritage,2011,Pacifica 13.5,Red,US,A cooler vintage from one of Washington's coldest growing regions is reflected in this lightly fruity blend. The barely-ripe fruit is accented with green notes of earth and stem.,Evan's Collection,26,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Pacifica 2011 Evan's Collection Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacifica-2011-evans-collection-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2011,Pacifica 13,White,Spain,"Apple aromas come with a mild but noticeable burn. This feels dense and thick, with creaminess to the palate. Flavors of pear, melon and banana slow down and thicken up on the finish, which is round and not at all complex.",,12,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Otazu 2012 Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/otazu-2012-chardonnay-navarra/,Chardonnay,2012,Otazu 14.2,Rose,US,"This is a Rhône-style blend of Cinsaut, Grenache and Syrah. It has a deep orange color, with ripe apricot and orange flavors. With relatively high alcohol, it's nice to drink now.",Panky,15,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Fontes & Phillips 2011 Panky Rosé (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontes-phillips-2011-panky-rose-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rosé,2011,Fontes & Phillips 13,Red,France,"Firm with strong tannins from the Tannat, this is a structured wine, full of ripe blackberry fruits and intense acidity. There is a herbal character at the end, that suggests some under-ripe fruit.",Grande Réserve,23,85,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine Chiroulet 2009 Grande Réserve Tannat-Merlot (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chiroulet-2009-grande-reserve-red-blend-tannat-merlot-cotes-gascogne/,Tannat-Merlot,2009,Domaine Chiroulet 14,White,Italy,"This wine from southern Italy is made with native grape Greco di Tufo. It has aromas of oak and mineral with hints of candied fruit. The restrained palate shows wood and hints of lemon peel, but it lacks fruit richness.",Ostinato,,85,Southern Italy,Campania,,Donnachiara 2011 Ostinato Greco (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnachiara-2011-ostinato-italian-white-greco-campania/,Greco,2011,Donnachiara 11.5,Sparkling,US,"The Pinot Grigio brings its usual green apple, lemon curd, peach and mineral flavors to this zesty sparkling wine. It straddles the delicate border between dry and off-dry, and is easy to drink with almost anything.",Pinot Grigio,10,85,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-pinot-grigio-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Barefoot ,Red,US,"Heaps of blueberry, blackberry and mocha flavors make up the palate of this dry, soft Merlot. A few drops of Petite Sirah, Malbec and Petit Verdot add layers of flavor and texture.",,7,85,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-merlot-california-181523/,Merlot,,Barefoot 13,Red,US,"Jammy flavors of blackberries, cherries and mocha make this taste almost of candied fruits. Despite how juicy it is, this wine finishes dry and firm in tannins.",,7,85,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-cabernet-sauvignon-california-136919/,Cabernet Sauvignon,,Barefoot 12.5,Rose,France,"This rosé boasts a pale flamingo-pink hue and slightly acrid aromas upon opening. But it settles down to present tart, cranberry-like fruit and ample weight allied to a taut, fresh mouthfeel.",Vignes du Prieuré,17,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château Gigognan 2012 Vignes du Prieuré Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gigognan-2012-vignes-prieure-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château Gigognan 13,White,France,"Only mildly herbaceous, this is a soft, gentle wine. It has ripe apple and peach fruits, juicy acidity and an attractive perfumed character. The wine is still young, so give it a few months.",Domaine Guenault,15,85,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Bougrier 2012 Domaine Guenault Sauvignon Blanc (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bougrier-2012-domaine-guenault-sauvignon-blanc-touraine/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Bougrier 15.2,Red,US,"This bears little resemblance to a Spanish Tempranillo. It's high in alcohol, soft and almost sweet in cherries and cola, with an edge of tobacco. Pretty simple going, but a juicy burger will do it justice.",Tinto de Paso,25,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bodegas M 2011 Tinto de Paso Tempranillo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-m-2011-tinto-paso-tempranillo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tempranillo,2011,Bodegas M 12.5,White,US,"This wine delivers a solid hit for the popular Chardonnay style, with oak-inspired orange and mango flavors, in a creamy package. For the price, it's a good buy.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Buffalo Grove 2012 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buffalo-grove-2012-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Buffalo Grove 13.5,Red,US,"Light, thinly textured but packed with ripe plum and dark raspberry flavor, this Sierra Foothills Syrah is fleshy, and reflects a warmer climate, more fruit-forward and brooding than leathery or inundated with spice.",,29,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Wise Villa 2011 Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wise-villa-2011-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2011,Wise Villa 14,Red,Chile,"Despite showing a rubbery edge with an intitial shot of vinegar, the nose evolves to deliver berry and plum aromas in front of a choppy feeling palate. Oak, campfire and rubbery notes sit on top of modest berry flavors, while the finish is oaky but fresh in feel.",Natura Made with Organically Grown Grapes,,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Emiliana 2011 Natura Made with Organically Grown Grapes Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2011-natura-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2011,Emiliana 13,Red,France,"While there are hints of banana, the wine does have a firm and solid structure that suggest it will age. With its red cherry fruit and structure it's ready to drink now.",La Réserve d'Amélie,20,85,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Gérard Charvet 2012 La Réserve d'Amélie (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-charvet-2012-reserve-damelie-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2012,Gérard Charvet 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Nero d'Avola opens with aromas of burned rubber and ripe black fruit. The palate shows dense blackberry extract along with espresso, toasted flavors and very evident alcohol. It finishes on an astringent, drying note of wood.",,18,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Morgante 2011 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgante-2011-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2011,Morgante 14.5,White,US,"Sweet buttered toast and vanilla bean flavors dominate this Viognier. It has pineapple and orange jam fruit, brightened by crisp acidity, and leading to a sweet, honeyed finish.",Reserve,22,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2012 Reserve Viognier (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2012-reserve-viognier-central-coast/,Viognier,2012,Clos La Chance 13,Rose,France,"This plump, medium-bodied rosé features aromas of nectarine and citrus, followed up by flavors of stone fruit, perhaps a hint of cherry and a bit of white chocolate. Then it tightens up again on the finish, turning more citrusy again.",,11,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Chemin des Papes 2012 Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chemin-papes-2012-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Chemin des Papes 14,Red,US,"While this Cab is a little thin, it feels nice and tasty in the mouth. It offers ripe flavors of cherries, currants and plums that finish spicy and warm in liqueur heat.",,20,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Daglia Canyon 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daglia-canyon-2012-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Daglia Canyon 14,Red,Argentina,"Mild plum and berry aromas are smell a bit like aromatized soap. With cherry, raspberry and brown sugar flavors, this is a friendly wine without much Pinot character.",Broquel,15,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2012 Broquel Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2012-broquel-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2012,Trapiche 15.1,Red,US,"The alcohol on this blend is quite high, giving it a hot, Porty mouthfeel. It also exhibits some overripe aromas and flavors of prunes and raisins, leading to a sweet finish of caramel, chocolate and blackberry essence. Hard to tell if it has a future.",Bonne Vivante Estate Grown,75,85,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2010 Bonne Vivante Estate Grown Red (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2010-bonne-vivante-estate-grown-red-napa-oakville/,Red Blend,2010,Turnbull 13,White,US,"A Chardonnay with an easygoing disposition, this has a broad, waxy aroma of white orchard fruit. The melon-flavored palate bears a slight oiliness. Pair it with grilled swordfish steaks.",Acte 12 of Sixteen Nineteen,18,85,Virginia,Virginia,,The Williamsburg Winery 2010 Acte 12 of Sixteen Nineteen Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williamsburg-winery-2010-acte-12-sixteen-nineteen-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2010,The Williamsburg Winery 12,White,France,"Get passed the name and label and this is a typical fresh and fruity wine from Gascogne. It is light, herbaceous and immediately drinkable with its lemon and green fruits. Screwcap.",,10,85,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,The Gnome Knows 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gnome-knows-2012-sauvignon-blanc-cotes-gascogne/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,The Gnome Knows 13.5,White,US,"Mouthwatering acidity gives this white blend needed balance to the orange, grapefruit, lemon, lime and mango flavors. It's distinctly sweet, with a sugary finish.",Vintner's Collection Aromatic,11,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sterling 2012 Vintner's Collection Aromatic White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2012-vintners-collection-aromatic-white-central-coast/,White Blend,2012,Sterling 13.5,White,US,"Citrusy acidity gives this wine enough balance to give the ripe lemon, lime and guava flavors balance. It's tart yet juicy, with a refreshingly minerality.",,16,85,California,Napa,Napa County,Sterling 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Sterling 14.1,Red,US,"This is quickly maturing, with strong flavors of vanilla rather than fruit. Tannins are stiff and strong. Drink now.",,15,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Script & Seal 2010 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/script-seal-2010-merlot-other/,Merlot,2010,Script & Seal 13,White,Italy,"This Vermentino from Sardegna doesn't have a very expressive nose, but eventually reveals hints of white flowers and thyme. The palate is linear and somewhat subdued, with nuances of apple and rosemary.",Lugore,26,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Sardegna,,Sardus Pater 2012 Lugore (Vermentino di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sardus-pater-2012-lugore-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-sardegna/,Vermentino,2012,Sardus Pater 14.5,Red,US,"Tasty but ultimately simple, with raspberry and cherry jam, orange rind and plenty of sweet, toasty oak flavors. Drink up.",Ballard Canyon Estate,25,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rusack 2011 Ballard Canyon Estate Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2011-ballard-canyon-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2011,Rusack 13,Red,France,"A cool wine that shows fresh fruitiness and a firm sense of structure. There is an attractive red berry character, laced with considerable acidity. It should age for a few months, so drink from 2014.",Eté Fleuri,16,85,Beaujolais,Chiroubles,,Vignerons de Bel Air 2012 Eté Fleuri (Chiroubles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-bel-air-2012-ete-fleuri-gamay-chiroubles/,Gamay,2012,Vignerons de Bel Air 14.8,White,US,"The fruitiness of this wine suggests drinking it with simple Chinese foods or ham. With orange, apricot and brown sugar flavors, it's balanced by crisp acidity.",Cellar Club,26,85,California,Napa,Calistoga,Sterling 2012 Cellar Club Sauvignon Blanc (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2012-cellar-club-sauvignon-blanc-napa-calistoga/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Sterling 11,Sparkling,US,"Using the all-too-confusing “extra dry” designation for a rather sweet sparkling wine seems unnecessary for this re-named wine with spiffy new packaging. The blend is 63% Chardonnay, 19% Pinot Noir and 18% Pinot Gris; the flavors are a mix of citrus rind and crystalized sugar. The finish, despite the sweetness, is slightly bitter.",Extra Dry,14,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Michelle NV Extra Dry Sparkling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michelle-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-columbia-valley-wa/,Sparkling Blend,,Michelle 14.5,Red,US,"At four years of age, this Merlot is as good as it will ever be. It's rustic in texture, with some sharp edges, and ripe raspberry, cherry and cola flavors.",Lot Five,29,85,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,The Magpie 2009 Lot Five Merlot (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magpie-2009-lot-five-merlot-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Merlot,2009,The Magpie 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Light tomato and earth scents accent berry fruit aromas. The palate has a snappy, healthy feel, while flavors of tomato sauce, stewed plum and herbs finish with rooty spice notes.",,15,85,Other,Neuquén,,Manos Negras 2012 Pinot Noir (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manos-negras-2012-pinot-noir-neuquen/,Pinot Noir,2012,Manos Negras 14.8,Red,US,"Though just four years old, the aromas on this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc already seem slightly dried out with notes of raisins and medicine cabinet. The fruit flavors, however, remain plump and sumptuous. Drink now.",H/H Estates Bozak Red Reserve,38,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Coyote Canyon 2009 H/H Estates Bozak Red Reserve Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coyote-canyon-2009-h-h-estates-bozak-red-reserve-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Coyote Canyon 13.5,Red,France,"A big, fruity and dark wine that is developing well. It is already showing great blackberry and plum flavors, balanced acidity. The tannins are powerful, already well integrated to give a juicy, firm, ready to drink wine.",Tradition,16,87,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Gaudou 2012 Tradition Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaudou-2012-tradition-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2012,Château de Gaudou 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Herbal, briny aromas suggest a cool-climate Malbec. The palate follows suit, showing directness and pointed acidity. Flavors of plum, berry and hard spices finish peppery, while the lasting feel is edgy and hard-driving.",Reserva,15,87,Other,Neuquén,,Chaltén 2011 Reserva Malbec (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalten-2011-reserva-malbec-neuquen/,Malbec,2011,Chaltén 13.5,Red,Italy,"This straightforward and easy-to-drink Bonarda has earthy aromas of tilled soil, ripe black fruit and spice. The palate delivers juicy blackberry, plum and black cherry flavors sprinkled with notes of black pepper. Pair this with pasta topped with meat sauces.",Carlino,23,87,Lombardy,Oltrepò Pavese,,Castello di Luzzano 2011 Carlino Bonarda (Oltrepò Pavese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-luzzano-2011-carlino-other-red-bonarda-oltrepo-pavese/,Bonarda,2011,Castello di Luzzano 12.5,White,US,"This rare Washington Pinot Blanc is done in a bright, fruity style. It's a mix of skin flavors, botanical highlights and under-ripe pear notes.",Reserve,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Crest 2012 Reserve Pinot Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2012-reserve-pinot-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Columbia Crest 14,Red,Italy,"Made predominantly with native grape Cannonau, this red from Sardinia has black cherry, smoke and tobacco aromas that carry over to the palate along with white pepper notes. The generous fruit and refreshing acidity make this very food friendly.",Costera,18,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Cannonau di Sardegna,,Argiolas 2011 Costera (Cannonau di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiolas-2011-costera-red-cannonau-sardegna/,Red Blend,2011,Argiolas 15.5,Red,US,"Jammy in cherries, blueberries and mocha, this Cabernet has a buttery, toasty jacket of new oak. It's very good, in fact delicious in the modern Napa style. But it is soft and very ripe and leaves little to the imagination in the way of ageable complexity. Drink it over the next few years.",Blend 26,150,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,B Cellars 2010 Blend 26 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2010-blend-26-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,B Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Shows plenty of Rutherford character in the black cherry, mocha, green olive and sage flavors that are wrapped into dusty tannins. Fully dry, with a voluptuous mouthfeel, it's not an ager, but is lovely to drink now.",,32,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Beaulieu Vineyard 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Beaulieu Vineyard 14,Red,US,"One of the best Pinot Noirs available at this price, this boasts appealing raspberry, cola and pomegranate juice flavors. The texture is light and silky, while brisk acidity provides keen balance.",Light Horse,14,87,California,California Other,California,Jamieson Ranch 2012 Light Horse Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamieson-ranch-2012-light-horse-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2012,Jamieson Ranch 15.9,Red,US,"With the alcohol clocking in at 15.9% by volume, this is a big, thick, soft, ripe Zin. It has rich flavors of raspberries, chocolate and caramel. Defines this Dry Creek style of Zinfandel.",Molly's,36,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2011 Molly's Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2011-mollys-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Wilson 13,White,Italy,"Made using the native Passerina grape, this delightful wine from Marche in central Italy offers floral aromas of Spanish broom and acacia. It has pear, peach and citrus flavors accompanied by crisp acidity and a clean finish. Perfect on its own or with light fish courses.",,12,87,Central Italy,Marche,,Capestrano 2012 Passerina (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capestrano-2012-italian-white-passerina-marche/,Passerina,2012,Capestrano 13.9,Red,US,"Mixed red and black fruits seem to be maturing quickly—the wine hits a wall and stops short. The finish turns chalky, but the wine is perfectly fine for drinking now, perhaps with a peppery steak.",Elerding Vineyard,34,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Barking Frog 2010 Elerding Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barking-frog-2010-elerding-vineyard-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Barking Frog 12.5,White,Spain,"Mild aromas of apple and baby powder are friendly and easy. This feeels good and moderate on the palate, with briny flavors of saline, clam shell, nectarine and citrus. A pithy, saline-driven finish is fresh and standard for Rías Baixas.",,17,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Mar de Viñas 2012 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mar-vinas-2012-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2012,Mar de Viñas 13.9,Red,US,"There aren't too many Yountville wines of any variety at this price, but here's a Syrah, and while it's not one to age, it's pretty good. Dry and tannic, it shows flavors of black cherries, bacon and black pepper, and is complex enough to drink with fine fare.",Moon & Sun Massa Ranch,18,87,California,Napa,Yountville,People's Wine Revolution 2011 Moon & Sun Massa Ranch Syrah (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peoples-wine-revolution-2011-moon-sun-massa-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-yountville/,Syrah,2011,People's Wine Revolution 13.7,Red,US,"This is a savory wine offering aromas of cracked black pepper and smoke, plus accents of mint and blackberry. It is medium in body, and boasts a graceful midpalate, which evolves into a chewy finish.",,29,87,Virginia,Monticello,,Michael Shaps 2010 Petit Verdot (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-shaps-2010-petit-verdot-monticello/,Petit Verdot,2010,Michael Shaps 14.5,Red,US,"Eighty-four percent Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and Cabernet Franc to add balance, it shows notes of milk chocolate, plum and cherry. It's lighter in style but the tannins come off as somewhat gruff.",The Reserve,30,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,14 Hands 2010 The Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/14-hands-2010-the-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,14 Hands 13.5,Red,US,"This is a delicious Pinot, but it has a density that makes it ponderous. The official alcohol is only 13.5% by volume, but it's a little soft, which gives the cherry pie and cola flavors a heaviness that seems unlikely to age away. So decant it for an hour or two and drink now.",Los Alamos Vineyard,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Au Bon Climat 2009 Los Alamos Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2009-los-alamos-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Au Bon Climat 14,Red,Chile,"This is more generic than varietally familiar, but that doesn't mean it's not a nice red wine with full plum, berry and oak aromas. A firm, tannic palate is home to big flavors of lemon peel, wood resin, savory spice and roasted berries. A woody, spicy finish shows a touch of Cab Franc's well-known leafy side.",Grand Reserve,18,87,Curicó Valley,,,Junta 2010 Grand Reserve Cabernet Franc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/junta-2010-grand-reserve-cabernet-franc-curico-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Junta 13,Rose,France,"There's a faint coppery tinge to this wine's rosy pink hue, and the fruit is somewhat muted, but this remains an enjoyable drink. Leather and scorched cherry flavors are carried by a supple, rounded mouthfeel, finishing with moderate length and intensity. Easy to drink, but not one to hold more than another few months. Certified biodynamic.",Lunar Apogé,14,85,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Christian Leperchois 2012 Lunar Apogé (Tavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/christian-leperchois-2012-lunar-apoge-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2012,Christian Leperchois 14.7,Red,US,"This Washington-grown Sangiovese, produced by a Willamette Valley winery, does not rise above the generic flavors of light red fruit. Rhubarb and tart strawberry, with plenty of acidity suggest young vines, possibly picked before grapes were ready.",Elerding Vineyard,24,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Barking Frog 2010 Elerding Vineyard Sangiovese (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barking-frog-2010-elerding-vineyard-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,2010,Barking Frog 13,White,Spain,"A bouquet of stalky white fruits is decent but hardly exciting. This feels round, regular and just acidic enough, with minerally flavors of saline water, green banana, white nectarine and grapefruit. A stony feel and additional saline flavors control the finish.",,,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Baluarte 2011 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baluarte-2011-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2011,Baluarte 12.5,White,Spain,"Dusty vanilla and melon aromas come across as lightly candied. This feels regular, with plumpness but nothing heavy to deal with. Flavors of pear and melon come with a green note, while the finish tastes like papaya.",Blanco Vendimia Seleccionada,,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Muriel 2012 Blanco Vendimia Seleccionada White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-muriel-2012-blanco-vendimia-seleccionada-white-rioja/,White Blend,2012,Bodegas Muriel 13.5,White,Italy,Here's a straightforward Verdicchio with a pretty floral fragrance of white spring flowers. This is medium-bodied and shows pear and white peach flavors balanced by crisp acidity that leads to a clean finish. It's very well-priced.,Classico,12,86,Central Italy,Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico,,Sartarelli 2012 Classico (Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartarelli-2012-classico-italian-white-verdicchio-verdicchio-castelli-jesi-classico/,Verdicchio,2012,Sartarelli 13.5,Red,Italy,Here's a interesting white from southern Italy made entirely with the native Coda di Volpe grape that has a pretty fragrance of yellow flowers and citrus. The palate offers lemon zest and lime with a hint of kiwi.,,16,86,Southern Italy,Campania,,Terredora 2012 Coda di Volpe (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2012-italian-white-coda-volpe-campania/,Coda di Volpe,2012,Terredora 12,Red,Italy,"Made with organic grapes and no added sulfites, this delightful blend of Merlot and Cabernet has aromas of spice and berry. The palate is fresh and bright, with red currant, blackberry and white pepper notes. Meant to be enjoyed young, this would be perfect with pasta topped with a simple tomato sauce.",Rosso Convento,11,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Pizzolato 2012 Rosso Convento Red (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzolato-2012-rosso-convento-red-veneto/,Red Blend,2012,Pizzolato 12,White,Italy,"Made with organically farmed grapes, this pretty Pinot Grigio offers floral aromas of white spring flowers along with creamy green apple and citrus notes. It has crisp, clean finish. Sip as an apéritif or pair with lightly seasoned fish dishes.",,11,86,Veneto,Venezia,,Pizzolato 2012 Pinot Grigio (Venezia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzolato-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Pizzolato 13.9,Red,US,"An easy-drinking red wine, kind of like a California Côtes-du-Rhône. With cherry, cola,bacon and sandalwood flavors, it's softly tannic and sweet on the finish. The unusual blend is Syrah, Petit Verdot, Primitivo, Viognier and several other varieties.",Betsy's Backacher Lot 10,17,86,California,California Other,California,Spann Vineyards NV Betsy's Backacher Lot 10 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spann-nv-betsys-backacher-lot-10-red-other/,Red Blend,,Spann Vineyards 14.6,Red,US,"This Pinot is consistent with the winery's previous bottlings over the years. It's a solid wine, with gentle tannins and tart acidity framing cranberry, cola and herb flavors. Drink now.",,28,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rossi Wallace 2012 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rossi-wallace-2012-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,Rossi Wallace 12.5,Rose,France,"A very pale flamingo-pink rosé, this is moderately confected in style, but vibrant and fresh. Cotton candy notes are balanced by peachy fruit and some floral elements, while the finish is mouthwatering. Drink up.",,12,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Louis Bernard 2012 Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2012-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Louis Bernard 13.5,Red,US,"McManis excels at making good wines at competitive prices and this is a prime example. It's smooth, easy-drinking Pinot Noir, with cherry-vanilla layers from start to finish. Pair with roast chicken, turkey meat loaf or simple burgers; a nice quaff at a nice price.",,11,86,California,California Other,California,McManis 2012 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2012-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2012,McManis 12.5,Rose,US,"Despite its unusual, five-grape blend, this is a well-balanced rosé with a fruity mix of cranberry, cherry, raspberry and watermelon flavors. It's light, forward, a little on the soda pop side, but quite nice for sipping or accompanying something as substantial as your holiday turkey.",Traditions,13,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Milbrandt 2012 Traditions Rosé (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2012-traditions-rose-columbia-valley-wa/,Rosé,2012,Milbrandt 13.8,Red,US,"This bottling from fine winery Foxen has varied over the vintages, sometimes quite good, sometimes ordinary. The '11 is somewhere in the middle. It's a bit thin, with the blackberry, coffee and currant flavors disappearing quickly on the finish. It's also oddly acidic, whether naturally so or added. Either way, it's not an ager.",Tinaquaic Vineyard,48,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2011 Tinaquaic Vineyard Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2011-tinaquaic-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2011,Foxen 13,White,Spain,"Melon, mango and papaya aromas are tropical and lead to a smooth, creamy palate with sweet orange, melon and baking spice flavors. Nothing is complicated or edgy; this is standard Verdejo that's easy to drink.",,13,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Egeo 2012 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/egeo-2012-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2012,Egeo 13,White,Spain,"Iodine and celery aromas dominate the nose, which offers mild fruit-driven scents of apple and lime. This feels firm but nothing north of normal, with generic white-fruit flavors of lychee and apple mixed with green herbs. A cleansing finish can best be described as fresh.",,12,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Condesa Eylo 2011 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condesa-eylo-2011-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2011,Condesa Eylo 400,Red,US,"A blend of Tempranillo, the seldom seen (in Washington) Graciano and Grenache, this wine is direct and fruity with notes of raspberry, char and barrel spices. It's light in style with elegant fruit flavors and grainy tannins with the oak approaching too intrusive.",H/H Estates Michael Andrews Coyote Canyon Vineyard,38,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Coyote Canyon 2010 H/H Estates Michael Andrews Coyote Canyon Vineyard Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coyote-canyon-2010-h-h-estates-michael-andrews-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2010,Coyote Canyon 13.5,Rose,France,"This is a very fresh and fragrant style of Tavel, which can often be a bit weightier in style. Bubble gum and passion fruit aromas give way to citrus and berry flavors on the palate, finishing soft and easy. It should easily last at least well into the spring.",,18,86,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Château de Trinquevedel 2012 Tavel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trinquevedel-2012-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2012,Château de Trinquevedel 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of rubber, leather and herbal berry suggest ripeness issues, but in the mouth this is upstanding, with mild acidic cut. Flavors of leathery berry filter into an earthy, slightly muddled tasting finish with warmth and weight.",,15,86,Other,Patagonia,,Denario 2012 Malbec (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/denario-2012-malbec-patagonia/,Malbec,2012,Denario 12.5,White,France,"A broad, ripe wine, it is simply fruity with attractive lemon and grapefruit flavors, touched by gooseberries. It's tangy, textured and likely to age for a 2–3 years, but you can also drink now.",Les Moulins à Vent,,86,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Caves de Pouilly sur Loire 2012 Les Moulins à Vent (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-pouilly-sur-loire-2012-moulins-a-vent-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Caves de Pouilly sur Loire 13.5,White,US,"This is a straight-ahead, crisply defined, well-ripened Chardonnay. Bright flavors of jicama and green apple are within a toasty frame. It's light and accessible, with good balance and flavor.",,11,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Castle Rock 2012 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2012-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2012,Castle Rock 15,Red,Argentina,"Floral blue-fruit aromas suggest juniper and moss. This feels heavy and low on acidity. Crazy, unique flavors of tea, prune, pepper and hoisin sauce finish minty, mossy and herbal, while the lasting feel is grapy.",RD,45,86,Other,Salta,,Bodega Tacuil 2011 RD Red (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-tacuil-2011-rd-red-salta/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Bodega Tacuil 13.6,White,US,"There's some sweetness to the citrus and tropical fruts, with a good burst of refreshing acidity, and if there's any oak, it's minimal. At this price, this is a pretty house wine.",The Clippings,12,86,California,California Other,California,Cambridge & Sunset 2012 The Clippings White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambridge-sunset-2012-clippings-white-other/,White Blend,2012,Cambridge & Sunset 13,White,Italy,Here's an inviting Pinot Grigio that has a lovely fragrance of white peach and flowers. The palate delivers green apple along with crisp acidity that leaves a clean finish. Pair this with pastas or pizza.,Corte Giara,12,86,,Delle Venezie,,Allegrini 2012 Corte Giara Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2012-corte-giara-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Allegrini 13.5,Red,US,"Juicy, youthful raspberry and cherry aromas come with tobacco and dried grass details. This wine has a broad, malleable texture and a floral flavor that make it quite quaffable.",Black Label Club CMC Reserve,32,86,Virginia,Shenandoah Valley,,Bogati NV Black Label Club CMC Reserve Red (Shenandoah Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogati-nv-black-label-club-cmc-reserve-red-shenandoah-valley-179836/,Red Blend,,Bogati 15.3,Red,US,"This wine has so much new French oak that the toast and caramel become integral parts of the flavor profile. Why would you do that with great fruit? It just buries it. And the fruit of this wine is indeed rich in blackberries, currants, blueberries and licorice. This wine will dazzle fans of oak, but true enthusiasts should draw the line and signal the winery that oak is a seasoning, not the main ingredient.",Double Plus,150,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Hewitt 2010 Double Plus Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hewitt-2010-double-plus-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hewitt 13.8,White,US,"A quiet wine, this Viognier offers light scents of golden apple, white stone fruit and herb. With its medium weight and pliant, lithe mouthfeel, it would make for an ideal apéritif.",,22,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Zephaniah 2012 Viognier (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zephaniah-2012-viognier-virginia/,Viognier,2012,Zephaniah 14.5,Red,Spain,"Although this blend is perfectly good, it does have an herbal, green, minty streak that's likely due to the 30% Syrah and Cabernet bolstering 70% Garnacha. Aromas of mint, herbs, milk chocolate and plastic lead to snappy herb, spice, plum and raspberry flavors. The finish is fiery, drying and spicy.",Berola,14,86,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2009 Berola Red (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2009-berola-red-campo-borja/,Red Blend,2009,Borsao 16.1,Red,US,"Barbera topping 16% abv is a bit surprising, but despite this, the wine does not deliver much fruit power. It's chalky, hot and tannic, with the alcohol overpowering the simple red fruit.",Elerding Vineyard,32,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Barking Frog 2010 Elerding Vineyard Barbera (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barking-frog-2010-elerding-vineyard-barbera-other/,Barbera,2010,Barking Frog 15,Red,Spain,"Given the high quality of the 2010 vintage, there's something slightly off about this. The nose stumbles with pickled, stemmy aromas of herbal berry fruits and field notes. The mouthfeel is good, however, with grabbby tannins providing structure. Flavors of leafy, briny black fruits seem less than fully ripe, while the finish harks back to that same stemmy character introduced up front.",,30,86,Northern Spain,Toro,,Campo Alegre 2010 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-alegre-2010-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2010,Campo Alegre 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Mossy, balsamic aromas of baked berry fruits and root beer are soft and friendly. In the mouth, this is chunky and fairly tannic, with no glaring holes. Rooty flavors of baked berries and mocha finish with molasses and root beer notes.",Alta,9,86,Other,San Juan,,Callia 2012 Alta Shiraz (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callia-2012-alta-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-san-juan/,Shiraz,2012,Callia 14.4,White,US,"This is aromatically shy, with soft notes of tropical fruit and yellow stone fruit. The acidity adds interest to this crescendo-building wine: It's easy on entrance but gradually picks up energy as it moves across the palate.",,24,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Breaux 2012 Viognier (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/breaux-2012-viognier-virginia/,Viognier,2012,Breaux 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a fun sparkler made from Pinot Grigio that offers a delicate floral fragrance of white spring flowers and hints of tropical fruit. It has a quenching palate , with green apple and tangerine flavors along with a crisp, clean finish.",075 Carati,16,86,,Friuli Grave,,Piera Martellozzo 2012 075 Carati Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piera-martellozzo-2012-075-carati-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Piera Martellozzo 12.5,White,Spain,"Leesy, dusty aromas are pithy and lose freshness with airing. This feels full and moderately acidic, with tropical flavors of melon, apple and banana. A sweet-tasting finish is mild in feel and meets expectations for everyday Albariño.",,15,86,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo Torrado 2012 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-torrado-2012-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2012,Pazo Torrado 12.5,Rose,Spain,"With an electric pink color and candied aromas of watermelon and cherry, this is a spunky rosé that's juicy, lively and pleasant. Flavors of raspberry and plum come and go quickly, and the finish is just acidic and crisp enough.",Rosado,12,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Príncipe de Viana 2012 Rosado Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-viana-2012-rosado-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2012,Príncipe de Viana 14,Rose,France,"This is a “safe” rosé, with nothing outstanding but nothing out of place. It's medium-bodied and round in texture, with notes of stone fruits and berries balanced by crisper notes of underripe melon and a moderately long finish.",Héritages,16,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Ogier 2012 Héritages Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ogier-2012-heritages-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Ogier 14,Red,US,"Ripe blackberry, cherry and oak flavors mark this Cabernet, which is blended with Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec. It's tough in tannins, and not going anywhere, but give it a breath of air and it turns into a nice, fancy wine.",Red Label,28,86,California,Napa,Napa County,Newton 2010 Red Label Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2010-red-label-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Newton 13,Red,Spain,"Cherry, plum and raspberry aromas are basic but clean. This is a midlevel, good wine with a medium body and nothing abrasive or biting. Modest flavors of chunky berry fruits finish loamy and earthy.",,,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Baluarte 2009 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baluarte-2009-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Baluarte 13,Rose,France,"A solid but not outstanding effort, this blend of 60% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 20% Cinsault offers modest aromas and flavors of strawberry and citrus fruit. It's medium-bodied, with a plesant plumpness to its texture and a medium-length finish.",Réserve Grand Veneur,15,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Alain Jaume et Fils 2012 Réserve Grand Veneur Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-jaume-fils-2012-reserve-grand-veneur-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Alain Jaume et Fils 13.3,Rose,US,"Though no residual sugar is listed, this appears to have a hint of sweetness, along with light fruit flavors of strawberry and candied cherries.",Rosé de,18,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2012 Rosé de Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2012-rose-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2012,Goose Ridge 13.5,Red,Turkey,"This bright, brambly red blend of two Turkish grapes, the Öküzgözü and the Bogazkere, is brisk and bold on the palate with a striking red cherry acidity. It's delicate in fruit profile, but lushly textured with layers of fine, chalky tannins that penetrate deeply on the finish.",Buzbag Rezerv Öküzgözü Bogazkere,25,86,Elazığ-Diyarbakir,,,Kayra 2007 Buzbag Rezerv Öküzgözü Bogazkere Red (Elazığ-Diyarbakir),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kayra-2007-buzbag-rezerv-okuzgozu-bogazkere-red-elazig-diyarbakir/,Red Blend,2007,Kayra 13.5,Red,US,"Pretty scents of raspberry, baked strawberry, rose potpourri and exotic spice carry onto the lithe, open-knit palate. The dried herb and licorice flavors that extend onto the finish lend this Cabernet Franc a savory bent.",Josie's Knoll,20,86,Virginia,Monticello,,Lovingston 2011 Josie's Knoll Cabernet Franc (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lovingston-2011-josies-knoll-cabernet-franc-monticello/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Lovingston 14.5,Red,France,"This is a rather big, bulky Vacqueyras, but one that doesn't seem to have the flesh to completely carry its size. The modest cherry flavors blend with dark, earthy notes into a tangle of leather and dried fruit. If it fleshes out in another year or two, this rating may prove conservative. Drink now–2018.",Domaine de Montbayon,25,86,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Louis Bernard 2010 Domaine de Montbayon Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2010-domaine-montbayon-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Louis Bernard 14,Red,Chile,"Dark, crusty aromas of spice cherry, mint and black olive lead to a lively, zesty palate with strong acidity and oaky, minty berry flavors mixed with notes of carob and black pepper. Olive, herbs and blackberry flavors work the finish, which brings kick and mild heat.",La Joya Gran Reserva,15,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2011 La Joya Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2011-joya-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Viña Bisquertt 14.1,White,US,"This ambitious effort from Trefethen was grown in a block of the estate vineyard. No effort was spared, with careful clonal selection, tasteful oak application and all the bells and whistles of Burgundian technique. The result, however, leaves something to be desired. There's a taste of green pea lurking in the background behind the tropical fruit, green apple and peach flavors that must be due to the unusually chilly vintage.",Harmony,50,86,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2010 Harmony Chardonnay (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2010-harmony-chardonnay-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Chardonnay,2010,Trefethen 13.5,Red,US,"This is roughly a 50-50 blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, showing a heavy concentration of vanilla flavor, often the mark of oak alternatives during the fermentation process. Some licorice notes come through, although the fruit is rather thin and herbal—not unexpected at this price.",Red Blend,11,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Thorny Rose 2011 Red Blend Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thorny-rose-2011-red-blend-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Thorny Rose 13.5,Red,France,"Soft and fruity, a ripe, medium-bodied wine that has an open structure and good fruitiness. The wine has a background of tannins along with the blackberry fruits and juicy acidity. Drink from 2015.",,14,86,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Château Tour des Gendres 2012 Merlot-Malbec (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2012-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-malbec-bergerac/,Merlot-Malbec,2012,Château Tour des Gendres 11,White,France,"A typical blend from Gascogne, the wine has both acidity and fresh, young fruitiness. Herbaceous and citrus-laced with gooseberries, the wine is bright and light without losing any of its intensity. Drink now and over the next year. Screwcap.",,13,86,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine Guillaman 2012 Colombard-Ugni Blanc (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-guillaman-2012-white-blend-colombard-ugni-blanc-cotes-gascogne/,Colombard-Ugni Blanc,2012,Domaine Guillaman 14.5,Red,US,"Blackberries and cola are the flavors of this smooth, rather sweet Cabernet. It has brisk acidity, as befits a Central Coast red wine, and makes for polished drinking now.",Estate Whitestone Vineyard,50,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2010 Estate Whitestone Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2010-estate-whitestone-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Clos La Chance 14.5,White,US,"A touch of oak brings a buttery, toasty note to this Chardonnay. It shows fine acidity and dryness, with notes of tropical fruits, peaches and green apples.",,39,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Destination 2011 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/destination-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Destination 14.1,White,US,"Ripe citrus and tropical fruit flavors combine with a touch of sweet, toasty oak to make this an easy Sauvignon Blanc to drink. The sweetness makes it a good match with Asian fare.",Estate,26,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Provenance Vineyards 2012 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provenance-2012-estate-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Provenance Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of rich, extracted cherry pie, chocolate and cassis flavors in this soft, oaky Cabernet. It's a little sweet and hot, but will drink well now with grilled steak.",Hillside Estate,40,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Collier Falls 2010 Hillside Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collier-falls-2010-hillside-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Collier Falls 12.5,White,US,"There's quite a bit of oak on this wine, in the way of smoky, ashy toast and dill notes. Lees aging adds richer winemaker complications of cream and sourdough. With lemon, lime, nectarine and peach flavors, it's dryishly sweet, soft and easy to drink now.",Mesa Verde Vineyard,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Clendenen 2012 Mesa Verde Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clendenen-2012-mesa-verde-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Clendenen 12.5,Rose,France,"This pale pink rosé is 100% Cinsault--an oddity in the Rhône, where so many wines are blended. It's only moderately weighty and rather crisp, with tart, citrusy notes and hints of underripe stone fruit, giving it a straightforward, linear appeal.",Pink Pégau,23,86,France Other,Vin de France,,Laurence Féraud 2012 Pink Pégau Rosé (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurence-feraud-2012-pink-pegau-rose-vin/,Rosé,2012,Laurence Féraud 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This deep-colored Malbec hits hard with cola and blackberry aromas. It's a muscular, oaky specimen on the palate, with noticeable tannins. Flavors of wood and toast are in the lead, followed by black fruits, clove and lemon rind. Drink now through 2016.",Black Label,17,86,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2011 Black Label Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2011-black-label-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2011,Finca Las Moras 13.7,Red,US,"A distinctive, fruit forward wine with notes of blueberry and ash. It's fresh with tannins adding gruffness.",,20,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cascade Ridge 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascade-ridge-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Cascade Ridge 12.8,White,US,"Golden apple, butterscotch and white peach notes dominate this Chardonnay's nose. The bright acidity gives the creamy palate some lift, and the finish entices with its focused hazelnut flavor.",,22,86,Virginia,Virginia,,868 Estate NV Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/868-estate-nv-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,,868 Estate 14,Red,Chile,"Dry, spicy, leathery aromas are herbal but solid. This feels full and balanced but rudimentary, with cherry, cassis, chocolate and herbal flavors. A finish of dark-fruit flavors comes with overt oak notes, peppery spice and heat.",Summit 2900 Reserva,13,86,Rapel Valley,,,Bodega Volcanes de Chile 2011 Summit 2900 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-volcanes-chile-2011-summit-2900-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Bodega Volcanes de Chile 14,Red,Argentina,"Smoky berry aromas come with notes of rubber band and earth. A chunky, full-bodied, rubbery-feeling palate comes next, followed by herbal flavors of blackberry and blueberry. Prune, blueberry and hard spice flavors finish in Bordeaux style.",Picada 15,13,86,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega NQN 2011 Picada 15 Malbec (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-nqn-2011-picada-15-malbec-patagonia/,Malbec,2011,Bodega NQN 13.5,Red,US,"Thick in tannins and smoothly textured, Graziano's old-vine Carignane has a taste of baked plum in cinnamon and nutmeg spice.",Old Vine,18,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Graziano 2010 Old Vine Carignane (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graziano-2010-old-vine-carignan-carignane-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Carignane,2010,Graziano 12.5,Red,Spain,"Graphite and vanilla aromas are offset by herbal, stemmy notes of hard spice and mint. The palate shows tomatoey acidity and flavors of pie cherry, tart plum, cherry tomato and vanilla. As might be expected given the precedings, the finish is cleansing and high in acid.",Crianza,15,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Bujanda 2010 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bujanda-2010-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2010,Viña Bujanda 13.7,White,US,"Ripe flavors of peaches, Meyer lemons, limes and green apples mark this wine. The richness is balanced with acidity. For the price, it's a fine example of Russian River Chardonnay.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sonoma Hills 2011 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-hills-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Sonoma Hills 14.2,White,US,"You'll find nice acidity, lots of toasty oak and citrus, tropical fruit and peach flavors in this dry Chardonnay. It's pleasant and fancy in its own way, but turns watery on the finish.",Les Pierres,38,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma-Cutrer 2011 Les Pierres Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-cutrer-2011-pierres-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Sonoma-Cutrer 13.5,White,Spain,"Upon nosing, you want to ask, “Where's the fruit?” Because, frankly, the nose is neutral. In the mouth, this is plump and easy to take, while the flavors suggest honey drizzled on melon and papaya. A melony finish is low on acidity but not bitter. Drink immediately; this one will fade away soon.",Ducado de Altan,14,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Naia 2012 Ducado de Altan Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naia-2012-ducado-altan-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2012,Naia 13.5,Red,Spain,"Aromas of briny red fruits, dried cheese and brick dust set up a grabby, raw feeling palate with flavors of roasted berry fruits, cassis, rubber and earth. A standard finish with a touch of heat confirms that this is solid everyday stuff.",Próximo,10,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Riscal 2010 Próximo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-riscal-2010-proximo-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2010,Marqués de Riscal 13,Red,US,"Hints of wet granite and tobacco lend a savory note to tart cranberry and cherry flavors in this earthy offering. Full bodied in style with layers of soft, fine-grained tannins, it has a bold earthy and leathery finish.",Proprietor's Reserve,29,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 2009 Proprietor's Reserve Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-2009-proprietors-reserve-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Palmer 14.5,Red,US,"Here's your basic Napa Cab. It's ripe in blackberries, currants and cassis liqueur, with a chocolatey, spicy finish. Not one for aging, but fine for drinking now.",,23,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,First Press 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/first-press-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,First Press 13.5,Red,US,"Good Pinot Noir for the price. It's a little soda-poppy, with raspberry and cherry pie flavors, but the acidity is brisk, and the mouthfeel is nice and silky.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Don & Sons 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-sons-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Don & Sons 14.5,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-style blend is bone dry and scented strongly with dried leaves, earth and herbs. The lightly-ripened fruit suggests pomegranate and rhubarb.",Consonance,34,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cairdeas 2011 Consonance Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cairdeas-2011-consonance-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Cairdeas 13.5,White,US,"Sourced from a host of vineyards, many of them in Sonoma County, this is an intensely dark, weighty Chardonnay with a taste of sour lemon and apple, rich in oak with a clean finish.",Silver Label,15,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,B.R. Cohn 2011 Silver Label Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-2011-silver-label-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,B.R. Cohn 14.8,White,US,"The combination of mouthwatering acidity, steely flavors of citrus fruits, apricots, white flowers and honey, and finesse make this slightly oaked Albariño super drinkable. With a trace of honey, it will be perfect with Vietnamese fare, smoky ham dishes, or fried chicken with potato salad.",Querida,25,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Bodegas M 2011 Querida Albariño (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-m-2011-querida-albarino-central-coast-edna-valley/,Albariño,2011,Bodegas M 14,Rose,Italy,"From Sardinia, this is a delightful rosé made with native grapes. It offers strawberry, crushed cherry and myrtle berry aromas that carry over to the palate along with a slightly sweet finish.",Serra Lori,16,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Argiolas 2012 Serra Lori Red (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiolas-2012-serra-lori-red-isola-nuraghi/,Red Blend,2012,Argiolas 15,Red,US,"A spicy blend of 44% Grenache, 32% Syrah and 24% Tempranillo, all grown in Fair Play, an increasingly interesting place for Rhône varieties. With soft swirls of fruity plum amid masculine tobacco and leather, there's a lusciousness to the finish that's appealing but could use a bit more of a kick.",G minor,24,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Fair Play,Baiocchi Wines 2011 G minor Red (Fair Play),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baiocchi-wines-2011-g-minor-grenache-blend-sierra-foothills-fair-play/,Grenache Blend,2011,Baiocchi Wines 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A purple tint and aromas of black fruits, graphite, toast and minerally crispness set the bar high, but in the mouth and on the palate things are less impressive. There's a raw, acidic bite despite oaky creaminess, while flavors of wild berry and herbs finish a bit green.",,13,86,Other,Patagonia,,Alpataco 2011 Malbec (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpataco-2011-malbec-patagonia/,Malbec,2011,Alpataco 13,White,Italy,"This Trebbiano is fermented in concrete tanks with no selected yeasts. The nose isn't very expressive but the palate shows restrained notes of golden apple, lemon drop and flint. This is already evolved and starting to fade so enjoy soon.",C'Incanta,40,86,Central Italy,Trebbiano d'Abruzzo,,Cantina Tollo 2010 C'Incanta (Trebbiano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-tollo-2010-cincanta-italian-white-trebbiano-trebbiano-dabruzzo/,Trebbiano,2010,Cantina Tollo 13.5,White,US,"The oak is heavy-handed, giving the wine strong buttered toast and caramelized flavors despite rich pineapple and lemon fruit. The winery's Stainless Unoaked 2011 Chardonnay bottling is more balanced.",Estate,28,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Chamisal Vineyards 2011 Estate Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chamisal-2011-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Chamisal Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"Castle Rock is one of the most reliable sources of inexpensive Columbia Valley red wines. Ignore the generic label—what's inside the bottle is well-made. Light flavors of black cherry, soft tannins and a finishing flourish of mocha and red apple give this both lift and length.",,11,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Castle Rock 2011 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2011-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2011,Castle Rock 12,White,France,"A ripe and fruity wine, the lemon flavors are complemented by rich melon and orange zest. It's a wine that has a dense texture, with the acidity well integrated into the fruitiness.",Château du Jaunay Sur Lie,14,86,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Bougrier 2012 Château du Jaunay Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bougrier-2012-chateau-jaunay-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2012,Bougrier 13,Red,Spain,"Earthy berry and cola aromas are clean and ripe. This feels fresh on the tongue, with medium-level weight and power. Flavors run toward cassis and berry but fade quickly, with little to the finish. This is Garnacha with 25% Tempranillo.",Castillo de Fuendejalon Crianza,10,86,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Bodegas Aragonesas 2009 Castillo de Fuendejalon Crianza Red (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-aragonesas-2009-castillo-fuendejalon-crianza-red-campo-borja/,Red Blend,2009,Bodegas Aragonesas 14.2,Red,US,"Here's a nice Cabernet with some extra features of elegance. It's not for the cellar, but shows polished blackberry, currant and mocha flavors, wrapped into pretty strong, dry tannins. Give it an hour in the decanter and drink now.",Lot 385,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cameron Hughes 2011 Lot 385 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2011-lot-385-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Cameron Hughes 7,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a delightful and frothy dessert wine made from the aromatic Malvasia di Candia grape that expresses sweet peach, grapefruit, ginger and sage flavors. It has a silky texture and a refreshing finish. Pair this with pastries or Sunday brunch.",Malvasia Frizzante Sfacciata,23,86,Central Italy,Colli Piacentini,,Castello di Luzzano 2012 Malvasia Frizzante Sfacciata Malvasia di Candia (Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-luzzano-2012-malvasia-frizzante-sfacciata-italian-white-malvasia-candia-colli-piacentini/,Malvasia di Candia,2012,Castello di Luzzano 13.2,White,US,Scents and flavors of toasted grain introduce this pretty wine that boasts accents of citrus blossom. Hints of peach skin carry some bite in the back of the mouth. Serve chilled and drink soon.,Les Collines Vineyard,16,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Garofalo 2012 Les Collines Vineyard Viognier (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garofalo-2012-collines-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Viognier,2012,Garofalo 12,White,France,"This lemon- and pear-flavored wine has an attractive, fresh fruitiness, tight acidity and a very crisp feeling. It is light and bright.",Domaine de la Tourmaline Sur Lie,14,86,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Gadais Père et Fils 2012 Domaine de la Tourmaline Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gadais-pere-fils-2012-domaine-tourmaline-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2012,Gadais Père et Fils 13.5,White,Spain,"Given that Albariño doesn't age that well, this 2010 version is in pretty good shape. Aromas of stone fruits and wet stones lead to a plump, fleshy palate with chunky flavors of melon and lees. On the finish is where this shows its age; there's mild oxidation and bitterness along with a soft, fading feel.",La Comtesse de Pazo Barrantes,60,86,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo de Barrantes 2010 La Comtesse de Pazo Barrantes Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-barrantes-2010-comtesse-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Pazo de Barrantes 12.9,Red,US,"Ripe bramble, black cherry and berry notes are enticingly fragrant on this Merlot-based Bordeaux-blend. The palate is concentrated with cherry and berry flavors too, but more tart and crisp in profile, with a nervy cranberry acidity that reverberates on the finish.",Old World Blend,35,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Mattebella 2008 Old World Blend Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mattebella-2008-old-world-blend-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Mattebella 14,Red,US,"Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, this is a soft, easy wine for drinking now. It has fruit-forward flavors of blackberries and cherries, with a strong dose of sweet, smoky oak.",Red Label,25,86,California,Napa,Napa County,Newton 2011 Red Label Claret (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2011-red-label-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-napa-county/,Claret,2011,Newton 14,Red,Spain,"On first take, the bouquet is hampered by reduced aromas of iodine and the palate feels hard, tight and racy. With airing, this shows better. Flavors of blackberry and plum come to life and finish well, and as a whole, this is good in a pedestrian, regular way.",Crianza,13,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Raiza 2009 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raiza-2009-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Raiza 10,Dessert,US,"This is pure Viognier, finishing in a moderately sweet, dessert-friendly style. There is a candied sensation to the mouthfeel, and the fruit seems rather thin. Light flavors of orange pekoe carry into a gentle finish.",Reserve Late Harvest,24,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2012 Reserve Late Harvest Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2012-reserve-late-harvest-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2012,Columbia Crest 13,Red,US,"Good price for a nice wine that shows some real Pinot character. The mouthfeel is light and silky, and fine acidity gives a bit to the red stone fruits and berries.",Coastal Estates,11,86,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 2012 Coastal Estates Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2012-coastal-estates-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2012,Beaulieu Vineyard 14.9,Red,US,"There's a raisin skin bitterness and some raisiny, Port-like flavors to this Cabernet Franc, suggesting some of the grapes were roasted on the vine. Other than that, it's softly tannic and savory, with cherry pie and oak notes.",Leopoldina Estate Grown,75,86,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2010 Leopoldina Estate Grown Cabernet Franc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2010-leopoldina-estate-grown-cabernet-franc-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Turnbull 14.5,Red,US,"This is a good wine, but it's not on a par with previous vintages, which probably was the result of the unusually cool summer. The wine tastes simple, with delicious but one-dimensional licorice, sweet, softened cola and blackberry jam flavors.",Ballard Canyon Estate Reserve,36,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rusack 2011 Ballard Canyon Estate Reserve Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2011-ballard-canyon-estate-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2011,Rusack 13.5,Red,US,"Sterling delivers a solid Pinot at an affordable price with this dry, tart bottling. It shows classic silkiness and delicacy, with good cherry, pomegranate, tea and sandalwood flavors.",Vintner's Collection,16,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sterling 2012 Vintner's Collection Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2012-vintners-collection-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2012,Sterling 12.5,White,Italy,Here's a simple Pinot Grigio from Abruzzo with pretty aromas of white flowers. The palate offers bright green apple and pear flavors with a crisp and refreshing finish. Pair this with light pasta salads.,STLTO,10,86,Central Italy,Terre di Chieti,,Spinelli 2012 STLTO Pinot Grigio (Terre di Chieti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spinelli-2012-stlto-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-terre-chieti/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Spinelli 14,Red,France,"This is a fruit-forward, almost-Beaujolais-like wine, with bouncy cherry and raspberry fruit, medium weight in the mouth and a simple but satisfying finish. Drink it over the next several months.",,9,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Les Trois Couronnes 2012 Grenache-Syrah (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trois-couronnes-2012-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-cotes/,Grenache-Syrah,2012,Les Trois Couronnes 14.5,White,US,"This Chardonnay shows a huge improvement over previous vintages. It take ripe tropical fruit and oak flavors and elevates them, with crisp acidity and an overall balance.",Laguna Ranch Vineyard,35,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Laguna 2011 Laguna Ranch Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laguna-2011-ranch-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Laguna 13.9,Red,US,"An enticing note of ancho chili develops as it breathes, adding piquancy to the touches of cocoa, dried herb and dark cherry. This is a medium bodied Cabernet Franc with fine chalky tannins and keen acids marking the finish.",Le Gran Nez,25,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Sans Soucy 2011 Le Gran Nez Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sans-soucy-2011-le-gran-nez-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Sans Soucy 14.3,Red,US,"Bright strawberry and dried cherry notes meld with scents of black tea and cedar on this intensely aromatic Cabernet Franc. The palate is more direct, with big, bold red cherry flavors wrapped up in soft, feathery tannins. Fruit forward and plush, this is a wine to enjoy now.",,40,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sannino 2010 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sannino-2010-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Sannino 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a fun and refreshing Prosecco with white peach, green melon and kiwi flavors accompanied by vibrant acidity and firm, steely bubbles. It has a very dry and refreshing finish, making this an ideal apéritif.",STLTO,11,86,Veneto,Prosecco Treviso,,Spinelli NV STLTO (Prosecco Treviso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spinelli-nv-stlto-italian-white-glera-prosecco-treviso/,Glera,,Spinelli 13,White,Italy,"This unoaked Chardonnay from central Italy has aromas of white flowers accompanied by peach, grapefruit and citrus flavors along with crisp acidity. It's simple and will pair well with seafood or lightly seasoned pasta dishes.",STLO Unoaked,10,86,Central Italy,Terre di Chieti,,Spinelli 2012 STLO Unoaked Chardonnay (Terre di Chieti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spinelli-2012-stlo-unoaked-chardonnay-terre-chieti/,Chardonnay,2012,Spinelli 13.5,White,US,"One percent of Sémillon is in the blend, but this wine basically highlights classic Sauvignon Blanc notes of citrus and tropical fruits, green apples and pears. There's a slight note of smoky oak. Most noteworthy is a strong taste of tart, green, unripe gooseberries that will divide consumers. This is the winery's most expensive Sauvignon Blanc, but it's not their best.",Helena Bench,40,86,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Matanzas Creek 2012 Helena Bench Sauvignon Blanc (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2012-helena-bench-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-knights-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Matanzas Creek 13.5,White,US,"This spicy, lightly peppery Pinot Grigio has sharp edges while pleasant fruit flavors abound. Pear, apple and green berries dominate, with hints of bitter skin phenolics in the finish.",,11,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Thorny Rose 2012 Pinot Grigio (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thorny-rose-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Thorny Rose 14.5,Red,US,"Pinot Noir and Chardonnay specialist Testarossa ambitiously tries their hand at Bordeaux, with mixed results. The wine, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot, is nice and dry, yet a bit unbalanced, with herb-infused fruit that somehow seems adrift in a sea of oak.",,50,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Testarossa 2010 Meritage (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2010-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Meritage,2010,Testarossa 14,White,Italy,"This Falanghina from southern Italy opens with delicate floral aromas accented with whiffs of exotic fruit. The palate shows apple, pineapple and lemon peel along with crisp pear and refreshing acidity. Pair this with appetizers or light pasta dishes.",,16,86,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Terredora 2012 Falanghina (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2012-italian-white-falanghina-irpinia/,Falanghina,2012,Terredora 13,Red,Italy,"Made from the Piedirosso grape planted along the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius, this has aromas of black currant, espresso and vanilla. The palate is already evolved, but shows red and black fruits along with cocoa. It doesn't have much freshness so drink soon.",Rosso,22,86,Southern Italy,Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio,,Terredora 2009 Rosso Piedirosso (Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2009-rosso-italian-red-piedirosso-lacryma-christi-vesuvio/,Piedirosso,2009,Terredora 14.9,Red,US,"Cabernet specialist Terra Valentine tries their hand at Merlot, with mixed results. The wine feels labored, as though it were produced to meet some sort of profile. It's soft, gently tannic and sweet in cherry pie, mocha and anise.",Estate Grown,50,86,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Terra Valentine 2010 Estate Grown Merlot (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-2010-estate-grown-merlot-napa-spring-mountain/,Merlot,2010,Terra Valentine 13.9,Red,US,"Simple cherry fruit is heavily accented with flavors of vanilla, cut tobacco and hazelnut creamer. The wine may not show a lot of Cabernet Sauvignoncharacter, but it doesn't lack in flavor.",,15,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Script & Seal 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/script-seal-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Script & Seal 14.5,White,US,"The winery pulled out all the stops on this Sauvignon Blanc, giving it barrel fermentation and lees aging. It's certainly rich, with apricot, tangerine, Meyer lemon and guava flavors, but it's also somewhat soft.",Wildwood,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Provenance Vineyards 2012 Wildwood Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provenance-2012-wildwood-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Provenance Vineyards 12.5,White,US,Subtle aromas of apricot and green pear give way to the open-knit palate. The succulent acidity would pair well with fried calamari with a lemon wedge.,,15,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Prince Michel 2010 Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prince-michel-2010-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2010,Prince Michel 12.5,Red,Italy,"This Pinot Noir from northern Italy has delicate aromas of berry with a whiff of floral notes. The palate is straightforward, showing fresh strawberry along with a hint of cinnamon-spice. It's perfect for everyday fare, and will pair nicely with cheese-filled ravioli.",Drago,15,86,,Trentino,,Lechthaler 2011 Drago Pinot Noir (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lechthaler-2011-drago-pinot-noir-trentino/,Pinot Noir,2011,Lechthaler 12.7,White,US,"A kitchen sink-style blend that is half Riesling with the rest Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, and Muscat with all but a fraction (8%) aged in stainless steel. It's the definition of a crowd pleaser with bright notes of mandarin orange, peach and citrus peel, drinking toward medium-sweet (21 g/L residual sugar).",Melange White Varietal Blend,11,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2012 Melange White Varietal Blend White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2012-melange-white-varietal-blend-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2012,Waterbrook 11.9,White,US,"Touches of clementine, brown spice, bitter papaya seed and cantaloupe mark this Viognier's nose. The soft acidity and medium body make this an easygoing wine that would pair well with roasted chicken served with mango chutney.",Ottantotto,22,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Notaviva 2011 Ottantotto Viognier (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/notaviva-2011-ottantotto-viognier-virginia/,Viognier,2011,Notaviva 13,White,US,"One hundred percent varietal and aged in stainless steel, it's direct and appealing with notes of fresh herbs, guava and pineapple. Light and airy in style, it drinks off dry (9 g/L residual sugar), and finishes a bit short.",Estate Grown,13,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Willow Crest 2012 Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-2012-estate-grown-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Willow Crest 13.5,Red,Spain,"Raisin and raspberry aromas cover both the ripe and racy sides of the fence. This feels a bit grabby and raw, with rubbery black-fruit flavors resting in front of a loamy finish with mild tannins and acids. Drink now.",Arienzo Crianza,13,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Riscal 2008 Arienzo Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-riscal-2008-arienzo-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Marqués de Riscal 14.5,Red,Turkey,"Sumptious black plum and cherry flavors are wrapped in thick, rich layers of vanilla and sweet spice on this lushly textured wine made from the Turkish Öküzgözü grape. It's unabashedly oaky, but bright cranberry acidity shines a spotlight on the fruit that hides within.",Vintage Single Vineyard Collectible Series #5,20,86,Elazığ,,,Kayra 2010 Vintage Single Vineyard Collectible Series #5 Öküzgözü (Elazığ),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kayra-2010-vintage-single-vineyard-collectible-series-5-other-red-okuzgozu-elazig/,Okuzgozu,2010,Kayra 13.5,Red,Spain,"Light on the nose but also mellow and not pushy, this opens with good but dilute aromas of raspberry and pie cherry. In the mouth, this is crisp and agile, with plum, berry and mild spice flavors. Oak flavor and a pasty tasting quality come up on the finish.",Crianza,10,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Montecillo 2009 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecillo-2009-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Montecillo 14.1,White,US,"This Chardonnay is heavy and manipulated. The oak influence dominates everything else, in the form of buttered toast and butterscotch flavors on the finish. This is a fine one, but it lacks dryness and clarity.",Durell Vineyard,40,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Armida 2011 Durell Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2011-durell-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Armida 12.5,Red,US,"This Syrah offers toasty and charred notes that frame the fruity core of red cherry and raspberry. It's medium bodied, offering supple tannins that support mocha and grilled herb flavors.",,25,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Fox Meadow 2010 Syrah (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-meadow-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-virginia/,Syrah,2010,Fox Meadow 13.5,Red,US,"This is 100% varietal, from a light, cool vintage in the Walla Walla Valley. Strawberry and raspberry highlights come through quickly, with earthy tannins filling out the finish.",Les Collines Vineyard,20,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Garofalo 2011 Les Collines Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garofalo-2011-collines-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2011,Garofalo 13,Red,France,"Aydie's easy drinking wine, showing off the fruity side of Tannat. It has ripe fruits, light acidity and tannins and a hint of spice. This is a great wine for barbecues with its easy quaffing character right at the fore. Drink now. Screwcap.",Aramis,10,86,Southwest France,Comté Tolosan,,Château d'Aydie 2012 Aramis Tannat-Syrah (Comté Tolosan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daydie-2012-aramis-red-blend-tannat-syrah-comte-toulosan/,Tannat-Syrah,2012,Château d'Aydie 14,White,France,"Fresh and fruity, a light feeling wine that has lively acidity as well as more weighty pear and apricot fruits. There's a touch of spice and pepper before the fine acidity kicks in again.",Fantaisie,,86,Southwest France,Jurançon Sec,,Château de Jurque 2012 Fantaisie (Jurançon Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jurque-2012-fantaisie-white-blend-gros-petit-manseng-jurancon-sec/,Gros and Petit Manseng,2012,Château de Jurque 13.9,Red,US,"A Bordeaux-style blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot, this has a ripe, layered nose, featuring notes of cassis, blackberry liqueur and spiced fruitcake. It is medium to full bodied, and packs muscular tannins and bright acidity. A black-tea astringency marks the finish, which melds with the warm Port-like flavor of desiccated black fruit.",Vintner's Reserve,37,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Doukénie 2010 Vintner's Reserve Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doukenie-2010-vintners-reserve-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Doukénie 14.2,White,US,"This Chardonnay was barrel fermented and aged in 50% new French oak. You can taste the barrel influence in strong notes of buttered toast and butterscotch that dominate the underlying pineapple, pear and apple flavors.",,32,86,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Clif Family 2012 Chardonnay (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clif-family-2012-chardonnay-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Chardonnay,2012,Clif Family 13,Red,US,"Toasted herb, cherry and tobacco notes resonate on the nose of this Pinot Noir. Medium bodied and elegant, it delivers insistent fine tannins, with energetic acids toward the finish. This is a good effort, and shows that the finicky Pinot Noir grape can exist in Virginia.",,19,86,Virginia,Virginia,,CrossKeys 2011 Pinot Noir (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crosskeys-2011-pinot-noir-virginia/,Pinot Noir,2011,CrossKeys 14,Red,Argentina,"On the nose, this smells a bit pinched and volatile, but more than flawed, those are Salta's standard aromas. The palate is rugged and grating, with earthy flavors of baked berry and herbal plum. A stewy, rustic-tasting finish is par for the course and chewy in feel.",Pietro Marini,15,86,Other,Salta,,Bodega El Transito 2010 Pietro Marini Malbec (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-el-transito-2010-pietro-marini-malbec-salta/,Malbec,2010,Bodega El Transito 15,Red,US,"Breaux's Nebbiolo bears fine-grained strapping tannins and lively acids, making it feel sizeable and rustic on the palate. Flavors of desiccated black fruit and muddled mint carry onto the warm and astringent finish.",,38,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Breaux 2007 Nebbiolo (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/breaux-2007-nebbiolo-virginia/,Nebbiolo,2007,Breaux 14.4,White,US,"This Viognier is fruit forward, with pineapple and apricot jam, honey, buttered toast and vanilla flavors. The sweetness is balanced with acidity and a tangy minerality.",,38,87,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Yates Family Vineyard 2012 Viognier (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yates-family-vineyard-2012-viognier-napa-mount-veeder/,Viognier,2012,Yates Family Vineyard 13,Rose,Italy,"This delicious rosé from southern Italy shows the charming side to Aglianico, the red grape behind Taurasi. Rosae Novae delivers bright strawberry and sour cherry along with hints of watermelon and peach. It's refined and refreshing.",Rosae Novae,17,87,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Terredora 2012 Rosae Novae Aglianico (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2012-rosae-novae-italian-red-aglianico-irpinia/,Aglianico,2012,Terredora 14.1,White,US,"Crisp in lemon and apple that's lean and clean. It's well-made and a good representation for Potter Valley, an inland area of Mendocino County that's nonetheless cool enough to grow Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.",,16,87,California,Mendocino County,Potter Valley,McFadden 2012 Chardonnay (Potter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcfadden-2012-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-potter-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,McFadden 14.5,Red,US,"Made in a style that combines delicate finesse with a drink-me-now savory character, this Pinot will be great with everything from a superb hamburger to rib-eye steak. It's light in the mouth, with pleasant cola and persimmon flavors. What a nice restaurant wine this is.",Estate Bottled,34,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sonoma-Cutrer 2010 Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-cutrer-2010-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Sonoma-Cutrer 14.1,White,US,"What a nice Viognier. It shows the exotic tropical fruit, peach, nectarine, honeysuckle and vanilla flavors you want in the variety. Yet it's brisk in acidity, and there's even a touch of stony minerality for savoriness. At this price, it's at the top of the list of affordable Viogniers.",Salem Ranch,15,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,People's Wine Revolution 2012 Salem Ranch Viognier (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peoples-wine-revolution-2012-salem-ranch-viognier-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Viognier,2012,People's Wine Revolution 13.3,Red,US,"Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot along with a trace of Syrah (4%) and Tempranillo (3%), it's a bit of a tale of two wines with the aromas of plum, ash and green herbs somewhat at odds with the palate's pleasing freshness, polish and texture.",,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pendulum 2011 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pendulum-2011-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2011,Pendulum 13,Red,US,"There's a pretty floral note that persists from start to finish in this brisk, elegant Merlot, adding complexity to layers of crisp black cherries and cranberries. It's round and rich in mouthfeel, with a soothing hint of menthol. The finish is moderately long, and marked with a kiss of chalky tannins.",Estate Reserve,33,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 2010 Estate Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-2010-estate-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2010,Martha Clara 13.5,White,US,"Comprised of multiple clones of Sauvignon Blanc as well as a splash of Sémillon for complexity, this wine has only some neutral oak, which is barely evident in the tasting profile. The flavors are strong in lemons, limes, pink grapefruits and sweeter peaches and nectarines, with a strong hint of tart, green gooseberries.",,21,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Matanzas Creek 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Matanzas Creek 13.5,Red,Spain,"Leather, dried cheese, earth, plum and berry aromas are standard but well presented. This feels fruity, fleshy and not that direct or distinct. Flavors of earthy berry, savory spice and herbs lead to a clean, friendly finish.",,10,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Massimo 2010 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massimo-2010-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2010,Massimo 13.5,White,Italy,"This Gewürztraminer from the Trento area shows typical varietal aromas of intense rose and lychee. The palate is lush and round, with exotic fruit layered with mixed spices. It closes on a note of bitter almond.",,23,87,,Trentino,,Maso Poli 2012 Gewürztraminer (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maso-poli-2012-gewurztraminer-trentino/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Maso Poli 10,Red,US,"This is bright and fruity with notes of red currant, plum and herbs. The flavors are pure and juicy with a pleasing wash of acid and a tight core of tannins lifting the wine up.",Mountain,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Magnificent Wine Company 2011 Mountain Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnificent-wine-company-2011-mountain-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2011,Magnificent Wine Company 12.5,Rose,Italy,"Made entirely from Merlot grapes, this rosato from northern Italy has pretty aromas of violet, berry and spice. The palate is bright and fresh, with strawberry, peach and red apple notes. It makes a nice apéritif or pair with lightly seasoned fish.",Costadolio,15,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Maculan 2012 Costadolio Merlot (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maculan-2012-costadolio-merlot-veneto/,Merlot,2012,Maculan 14,Red,Spain,"Leafy berry and plum aromas come with gritty, leathery notes. The mouthfeel on this easy-to-like Tempranillo is grapy and saturated, while flavors of wild berry, toast and coffee finish with mild tannins and controlled heat.",Urban Ribera,14,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,O. Fournier 2010 Urban Ribera (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2010-urban-ribera-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2010,O. Fournier 11.5,White,France,"This totally refreshing wine is light and fragrant. Its acidity is crisp, with full, forward apple and lemon fruits, leaving a summery feel. Screwcap.",,9,87,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Mont Gravet 2012 Colombard (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-gravet-2012-other-white-colombard-cotes-gascogne/,Colombard,2012,Mont Gravet 12.5,White,US,"Flavors of lemon drop cocktails English breakfast tea and lime-aid mingle in this fresh, fruity, instantly approachable Riesling. It's a sweet, pop-style wine, great to sip chilled when you just want to relax and not think too hard about terroir.",Traditions,13,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Milbrandt 2012 Traditions Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2012-traditions-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,Milbrandt 13.7,White,US,"This boasts an explosive aroma of apricot, which is backed by touches of dried persimmon and golden apple. A medium- to full-bodied Viognier, this is endowed with energetic acidity, and the mineral edge on the finish make it a solid match for grilled shellfish.",Mountain View Vineyard,29,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Michael Shaps 2011 Mountain View Vineyard Viognier (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-shaps-2011-mountain-view-vineyard-viognier-virginia/,Viognier,2011,Michael Shaps 13.9,Red,Argentina,"While this is definitely a heavy wine with jammy aromas of sweet berry fruits, oak and cocoa powder, it's also a bit sticky and lactic on the palate, where dark, minty, herbal black-fruit flavors dominate. Prune notes and heat drive the finish on this Malbec-Tannat blend.",Hermanos,15,87,Other,Cafayate,,Domingo Molina 2012 Hermanos Malbec-Tannat (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domingo-molina-2012-hermanos-red-blend-malbec-tannat-cafayate/,Malbec-Tannat,2012,Domingo Molina 12,Sparkling,France,"A fruity sparkling wine, touched by apricots and citrus. It is very floral in character, with a bright mousse and clean, fresh acidity to finish.",Brut,23,87,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Pichot 2010 Brut (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pichot-2010-brut-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Domaine Pichot 14.7,Red,US,"This straightforward wine isn't particularly Cabernet-like, but it is good and sound. With furry tannins, it has a distinct sweetness of raisins and blackberry jam, as well as lots of brambly Zinny spices. Drink up.",Windacre Vineyard Estate,29,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merriam 2009 Windacre Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2009-windacre-vineyard-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Merriam 14,Red,France,"This medium-bodied wine has a slightly dusty mouthfeel, which gives its palate just enough shape to highlight the flavors of dried dark-skinned fruit. It's a little pruney, but would probably work fine with stews or hard cheeses.",,18,85,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Les Trois Couronnes 2011 Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trois-couronnes-2011-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Les Trois Couronnes 13,Rose,US,"You'll find tart cherry, cranberry and sweet vanilla flavors in this blush wine. It's simple, and treads a fine line between dryness and sweetness.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,Paripaso 2011 Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paripaso-2011-rose-other/,Rosé,2011,Paripaso 12,Red,Italy,"Made from organically farmed grapes, this is a simple Merlot for everyday fare. It offers a pretty fragrance of red berry and white pepper accompanied by raspberry, cherry and red currant flavors with a hint of pepper.",NSA,11,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Pizzolato 2012 NSA Merlot (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzolato-2012-nsa-merlot-veneto/,Merlot,2012,Pizzolato 14,Red,Argentina,"Spice and dusty fruit aromas are equalized by saucy, funky, leafy notes. This is full in the mouth, with flavors of brown sugar, baking spices and baked cherry. This finishes with mild spice and oak flavors.",Oak Cask,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2012 Oak Cask Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2012-oak-cask-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2012,Trapiche 15.2,Red,US,"This simple wine is a blend of Petite Sirah, Mourvèdre and Grenache. There's a white sugar finish to the cherry candy and oak flavors.",The Powerlifter,32,84,California,California Other,California,Spann Vineyards 2008 The Powerlifter Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spann-2008-powerlifter-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,Spann Vineyards 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Earthy, leafy aromas are backed by raspberry and cherry notes. This comes across firm and pinched, with a narrow mouthfeel defined by choppy tannins. A heavy oak flavor covers raspberry and plum accents, while the finish is dry and oaky.",Primogénito,22,84,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega Patritti 2009 Primogénito Pinot Noir (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-patritti-2009-primogenito-pinot-noir-patagonia/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bodega Patritti 14.5,White,US,"Closed aromatically, this Chardonnay has a lemon-lime crispness that follows straight into vanilla and toasty oak. Young, it finishes on a sour note.",Estate Select,20,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Clara Valley,Jason-Stephens 2012 Estate Select Chardonnay (Santa Clara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jason-stephens-2012-estate-select-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-clara-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Jason-Stephens 13.5,Red,Chile,"A bright magenta color and aromas of blueberry juice and wet dog suggest a basic wine that's all about fruit and not much about style or complexity. The palate is lively and juicy, the flavors are vivacious but immature, and the finish falls off fast.",,8,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Sombras del Sol 2011 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sombras-sol-2011-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2011,Sombras del Sol 13,Red,US,"Fire up the Barbie and drink this Zin with burgers. It's a simple wine, with blackberry tea and herb flavors.",,15,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Alterra 2011 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alterra-2011-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2011,Alterra 12,Sparkling,France,"A beautifully balanced wine that exudes elegance as well as richness. It is drier than previous vintages of Cristal Rosé, yielding a bright, crisp and layered wine. Red fruits are married with orange zest and tight acidity. It can be drunk now, but it is a young wine and will certainly age well through 2022.",Cristal Brut Rosé,595,96,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 2005 Cristal Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-2005-cristal-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Louis Roederer 12.5,Sparkling,France,"With its ripe fruits, rich texture and layers of toast, this is a great wine. It shows the quality of the great 2002 vintage brilliantly. It's complex and concentrated with an array of mature fruit flavors that combine to a structured whole. It will improve with age, so drink this great Champagne through 2025 and perhaps longer.",Cuvée Nicolas François Billecart Brut,,96,Champagne,Champagne,,Billecart-Salmon 2002 Cuvée Nicolas François Billecart Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billecart-salmon-2002-cuvee-nicolas-francois-billecart-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,Billecart-Salmon 13,White,France,"From half an acre of vines within the Blanchot Grand Cru, this is a smooth, rounded wine. It has weight from intensely ripe fruits, along with structure. Beautifully sun-exposed vineyards add a warmth to the wine, but there's also a mineral texture, nervy acidity and tart apple-skin and green-plum flavors. While concentrated, it's still a young wine, so drink from 2017.",Blanchot Grand Cru,,94,Burgundy,Chablis,,Pascal Bouchard 2011 Blanchot Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-bouchard-2011-blanchot-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Pascal Bouchard 14.9,Red,US,"The Vintage Reserve represents a best barrels selection from the various vineyards the winery owns or controls. The wine is tremendous, with black currant, licorice, dark chocolate and sweet new oak flavors wrapped into deliriously rich, smooth tannins. Ready to drink now, it should develop for at least 10 years.",Vintage Reserve,90,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gundlach Bundschu 2010 Vintage Reserve Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-2010-vintage-reserve-red-sonoma-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Gundlach Bundschu 12,Sparkling,France,"Such an elegant, ethereal wine, this orange-pink wine is dry and crisp with fruity raspberry flavor at the fore. This particular bottling could improve for a year, but makes a great food Champagne now.",Brut Rosé,,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Billecart-Salmon NV Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billecart-salmon-nv-brut-rose-champagne-179145/,Champagne Blend,,Billecart-Salmon 14.6,Red,US,"An impressive Cabernet, flashy and dramatic in the ""cult"" style. It's smooth and velvety, with imposingly rich tannins that frame ripe, pure black currant, crème de cassis, dark chocolate and anise flavors. There's a lot of oak, too, but it's in keeping with the wine's volume. Should develop over the next 15 years, but you can certainly drink it now.",Il Barone,88,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Castello di Amorosa 2009 Il Barone Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-amorosa-2009-il-barone-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Castello di Amorosa 14,Red,Portugal,"A powerful and dense wine, showing some rustic character, big red fruit and dark tannins. This superb wine has weight and concentration, balanced acidity and a growing sense of maturity. This wine from the legendary Mouchão estate needs considerable aging; drink from 2018.",,36,95,Alentejano,,,Mouchão 2007 Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mouchao-2007-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Mouchão 13,White,France,"Elegant and stylish, this wine showcases texture as much as fruit. Wood aging, ripe apple and apricot flavors, and fine acidity all come together in a balanced whole. The use of the wood is exemplary, accenting the wine's mineral texture, fruit and acidity. Age this fine wine and drink from 2017.",Les Levrons,,94,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Patrick Javillier 2011 Les Levrons (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patrick-javillier-2011-levrons-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2011,Patrick Javillier 14,Red,Portugal,"A superbly ripe wine that is selected from old vines, this is very rich and solidly structured. It has weight and ripe black-fruit notes that are laced with fresh acidity and a jammy plum flavor. It's dark, dense, full of great depth of flavor and worthy of serious aging. Drink from 2017.",O Oenólgo Vinhas Velhas,34,94,Dão,,,Casa da Passarella 2009 O Oenólgo Vinhas Velhas Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-passarella-2009-o-oenolgo-vinhas-velhas-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2009,Casa da Passarella 14.1,Red,US,"So delicious now, you can drink it, but the hard tannins strongly suggest aging this beauty. Beyond the astringency are complex flavors of blackberries and olives, with sweet toasty oak playing a starring role. Harder to describe is the overall balance, so rich and sweet, yet dry and elusive. Give it until 2020 to begin to come around.",Volcanic Hill,200,94,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Diamond Creek 2010 Volcanic Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-creek-2010-volcanic-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Diamond Creek 13,Red,France,"This is a very fine, full and ripe wine. It's full of pure, dark red cherries touched with chocolate, but also quite structured. The palate is laced with acidity and a refreshing minerality. This is an impressive wine that needs aging. Drink from 2018.",,215,94,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Jean-Claude Boisset 2011 Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-boisset-2011-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2011,Jean-Claude Boisset 12,Sparkling,France,"Made from 50-year-old vines, this is a fine wine with a steely minerality. Partial fermentation in oak gives it complexity without detracting from it's elegant fruitiness. Floral notes and white and yellow fruits are balanced by a hint of toast. It's ready to drink now, but will improve over the next few years.",Quintessence Premier Cru Brut Millésime,50,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Lelarge-Pugeot 2004 Quintessence Premier Cru Brut Millésime (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lelarge-pugeot-2004-quintessence-premier-cru-brut-millesime-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2004,Lelarge-Pugeot 12.5,Sparkling,France,"The palest pink in color, this is a mature, ripe Champagne. It certainly hints at the extra age (five years in the cellar) which gives it a glow of richness and toasty flavors. Fine lines of acidity cut through the full texture to give a wonderful, balanced wine that is ready to drink.",Extra Age Brut Rosé,125,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Lanson NV Extra Age Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanson-nv-extra-age-brut-rose-champagne-181189/,Champagne Blend,,Lanson 12,White,US,"The Ribbon Ridge estate delivers beautifully ripened fruit—so ripe, in fact, that the first impression is of sweet tree fruits, although the wine is actually quite dry. Peaches, citrus and nectarines are in the mix, and when the tangy acidity kicks in, a long, mineral-driven ride across the palate ensues. Luscious, long and detailed, this is a spectacular Riesling.",Ribbon Ridge Estate Dry,24,94,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Trisaetum 2012 Ribbon Ridge Estate Dry Riesling (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2012-ribbon-ridge-estate-dry-riesling-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Riesling,2012,Trisaetum 14.1,Red,US,"The winery has hardly changed its winemaking formula over the decades. Gravelly Meadow remains toughly closed, dry and tannic in youth, despite its core of blackberry and cherry fruit. While the wine is flamboyantly forward by Diamond Creek standards, it would be a crime to drink it before 2020. It's so balanced and complex, it will easily age until then, and probably far longer.",Gravelly Meadow,200,94,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Diamond Creek 2010 Gravelly Meadow Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-creek-2010-gravelly-meadow-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Diamond Creek 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a quintessential Franciacorta, featuring lovely aromas of pressed white flowers and citrus. The round, creamy palate boasts flavors of ripe pear and apple with hints of walnut. The nervous acidity will keep this youthful and fresh for several more years.",Brut Riserva Casa delle Colonne Special Cru,60,94,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Fratelli Berlucchi 2006 Brut Riserva Casa delle Colonne Special Cru (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-berlucchi-2006-brut-riserva-casa-delle-colonne-special-cru-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Fratelli Berlucchi 12,Sparkling,France,"A concentrated, dense wine, this is round and rich with fresh apple flavor, but also a hint of maturity—a touch of cookie and almonds on the finish. This is an impressive wine, full of flavor and great concentration.",La Vigne aux Gamins Brut Blanc de Blancs,,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Thiénot 2002 La Vigne aux Gamins Brut Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thienot-2002-vigne-aux-gamins-brut-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2002,Thiénot 12,Sparkling,France,"The 2002 vintage Champagnes showcase a truly great year. This wine is no exception. It's very dry, but rich in character, with pristine citrus, apple and plum flavors balanced by hints of toast and maturity. It could improve with age, but it's good to drink now.",Premier Cru Extra-Brut Millésime,58,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Lelarge-Pugeot 2002 Premier Cru Extra-Brut Millésime (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lelarge-pugeot-2002-premier-cru-extra-brut-millesime-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,Lelarge-Pugeot 12,Sparkling,France,"Still young and fruity, this is a wine with impressive potential. For now, enjoy the palest of rosé colors, bright red fruits, and crisp and lively acidity. In the next several years, this will deepen and mellow, so keep and don't drink until 2017.",Brut Rosé,79,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 2008 Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-2008-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2008,Louis Roederer 14.5,Red,US,"This beautiful Cabernet has all the hallmarks of a wine that will go the distance. Tasted in late summer, 2013, at nearly four years of age, it's bright and fresh in black and red currants, mocha, licorice, baking spices and smoky sandalwood. But it's also quite tannic. The balance is superb, though, strongly suggesting further development through at least 2021. Expensive, yes, but it's right up there with Napa's best.",Reserve,135,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,ZD 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zd-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,ZD 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Full bodied and rich with white- and yellow-fruits, this structured wine is still very fresh and fruity. There's a density of texture and concentrated flavors deep in the core of the wine that gives the palate weight and depth. Drink through 2022.",Millésime Carte Or Brut Premier Cru,,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Henriet-Bazin 2007 Millésime Carte Or Brut Premier Cru (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henriet-bazin-2007-millesime-carte-or-brut-premier-cru-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2007,Henriet-Bazin 14,Red,Portugal,"Made in open lagars, this is a full, ripe and very fruity wine. To balance this opulence, there is a strong element of wood aging, spice, dark tannins and a dense texture. This impressive wine has weight, concentration and aging potential. Drink from 2016.",,80,94,Douro,,,Poeira 2010 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poeira-2010-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Poeira 13.5,Red,France,"Already impressive, this wine shows great fruit for the vintage as well as structure. Ripe with black cherries and berries, it has all of Pinot Noir's rich juiciness, but hints of smoke add complexity as well. Structured and a shade dark, it needs time to mature. Drink from 2017.",,225,94,Burgundy,Echézeaux,,Jean-Claude Boisset 2011 Echézeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-boisset-2011-pinot-noir-echezeaux/,Pinot Noir,2011,Jean-Claude Boisset 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a rich wine that has aromas of ripe white fruits and touches of apricot. Intensely fruity and refreshing with wonderful acidity, it is also finely balanced wine with a density of texture. Drink now for its fresh fruitiness, but age until 2022 to let it show its true potential",Cuvée Héliades Grand Cru Brut,,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Lamiable 2009 Cuvée Héliades Grand Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamiable-2009-cuvee-heliades-grand-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2009,Lamiable 14.4,Red,US,"Terlato has mastered the art of crafting Bordeaux-style red wines that scream Napa Valley. The style is the modern one of exceptional ripeness, softness and sweetness, generously oaked and slightly high in alcohol. Here, you'll find deep flavors of blackberries, mocha, black currants, olives and toast. It's ready to drink now, and should develop in the bottle for at least 10 more years.",Episode,175,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Terlato 2010 Episode Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2010-episode-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Terlato 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Aged five years after bottling prior to release, this is an exceptional wine. It has the hallmark dryness of Lanson, along with toast and ripe white-fruit flavors. Its tangy with lemon zest and crisp apple flavors that meld harmoniously. Ready to drink now.",Extra Age Brut,105,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Lanson NV Extra Age Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanson-nv-extra-age-brut-champagne-179139/,Champagne Blend,,Lanson 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a superb Blanc de Blancs that boasts great minerality, texture and intense fruit flavor. It's a finely structured wine, now approaching maturity with its apple, citrus and green pear notes. Lingering in the mouth, it is a beautifully long-lasting, pure wine. Drink until 2018 and probably beyond.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Billecart-Salmon 2004 Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billecart-salmon-2004-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2004,Billecart-Salmon 13.5,White,France,"This wine comes from the Les Pougets parcel, in the heart of the Corton-Charlemagne vineyard. It is an exceptional wine that's concentrated and dense, with ripe fruit packed into a impressively structured parcel. Yellow plums and cherries, taut pink grapefruit and fine wood aging all add complexity and longevity. Drink from 2018.",,,95,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Patrick Javillier 2011 Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patrick-javillier-2011-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2011,Patrick Javillier 14.5,White,US,"This isn't Mondavi's most expensive Fumé (Sauvignon) Blanc. But it is one of their best ever. In fact, it's so classic, you could use it in a winemaking class to teach future vintners about how great Napa Sauvignon Blanc should taste. It's bone dry, brilliantly crisp with acidity and gently touched by oak. The main notes are of lees, which give a sourdough tang, and layers of lemons, limes, pink grapefruits, gooseberries and rich tropical fruits. An unbelievable value at this price, but only 1,975 cases were produced.",,32,95,California,Napa,Oakville,Robert Mondavi 2011 Fumé Blanc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2011-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-oakville/,Fumé Blanc,2011,Robert Mondavi 6,Dessert,Germany,"Profoundly aromatic, Schloss Vollrads's 2012 eiswein leaps from the glass with waves of orange, melon and yellow-flower perfume. It's intensely honeyed on the palate, with penetrating tangerine, peach and apricot flavors, spiked with saffron and spice. Unctuously sweet, it finishes long, with honed citrus acidity.",Eiswein,172,95,Rheingau,,,Schloss Vollrads 2012 Eiswein Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-vollrads-2012-eiswein-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2012,Schloss Vollrads 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a beautiful wine, from its onion-skin pink color onward. It is, of course, mature, but still exhibits vibrant red and citrus fruits. It is very dry in style, a paean to delicious acidity. This great wine does not need to age longer, but still has some potential to improve for the next few years.",Dom Ruinart Brut Rosé,275,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Ruinart 1998 Dom Ruinart Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruinart-1998-dom-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Ruinart 12,Sparkling,France,"Although it is still young, this vintage of Cristal promises great things. There's an impressive balance between ripe fruit and crisp acidity, rich and food friendly, but also a fine apéritif. Apricot and grapefruit flavors are round and rich, but with considerable minerality as well. This is a beautiful wine that can improve with age, at least through 2030.",Cristal Brut,249,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 2006 Cristal Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-2006-cristal-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2006,Louis Roederer 14.2,Red,US,"The Maritime bottling traditionally has represented some of the highest expressions of W.H. Smith's various Pinot Noirs. Gentle and yet complex, it opens with notes of raspberries and cherries accented with mushrooms and minerals. There's a deep, brooding earthiness, along with all sorts of spiced orange-rind and sandalwood notes. A great effort, and one of the best Pinots of the vintage. Drink now through 2020.",Maritime,54,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,W.H. Smith 2010 Maritime Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wh-smith-2010-maritime-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,W.H. Smith 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a full-bodied and ripe wine, showing some toastiness as well as concentrated apple and peach flavors. There is a crisp edge to this opulent and rich wine. It has a great future: it is drinkable now, but will continue well into the 2020s.",Belle Epoque Brut,150,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Perrier Jouët 2006 Belle Epoque Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrier-jouet-2006-belle-epoque-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2006,Perrier Jouët 14.1,Red,US,"You'll find the hard tannins associated with Diamond Creek's Cabs, as well as an iodine, metallic brittleness to this wine. The combination of the two makes this as tough as any young Napa Valley Cabernet could be. However, the core is potent, suggesting intensely concentrated black currants and blackberries, reduced to their elemental essence. Do not touch this wine before 2020, and it should still be going strong in 2030.",Red Rock Terrace,200,95,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Diamond Creek 2010 Red Rock Terrace Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-creek-2010-red-rock-terrace-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Diamond Creek 12,Sparkling,France,"Fermented in wood, this mature and rich Champagne is sophisticated and stylish. It has a rich, full-bodied character with hints of spice as well as dry, citrus fruits. It has a steely core, showing a taut texture as well as some maturity. Ready to drink, it will also age in bottle.",Brut Sous Bois,,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Billecart-Salmon NV Brut Sous Bois (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billecart-salmon-nv-brut-sous-bois-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Billecart-Salmon 10.5,White,US,"This limited reserve incorporates the best of 82 different lots, some done in stainless steel, some in neutral oak, and some in concrete eggs. Phenomenal concentration reveals a wine packed with powerful fruit flavors that cover the spectrum of citrus, apple, peach and pear. The luscious combination is supported with natural acidity and an underlying minerality. It's deep, long and satisfying, with the structure to age for decades.",Estates Reserve,32,95,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Trisaetum 2012 Estates Reserve Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2012-estates-reserve-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2012,Trisaetum 12,Sparkling,France,"This wine is so crisp and piercingly direct in its acidity and minerality. On the palate, apples are fringed with grapefruit and white-currant flavors, with a texture that tight and edgy. Although hints of toast peek through, the wine is still young, so hold and don't drink before 2016.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,85,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 2007 Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-2007-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2007,Louis Roederer 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A superb, mature wine that is ripe, toasty and full of yellow- and white-fruit flavors. A fine balance brings up spice, an opulent texture, a taut edge of steel and a feeling that this fine wine is ready to drink. It can age, and it will be better over the next few years as its secondary aromas stay in balance with the fruitiness.",Dom Ruinart Brut,130,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Ruinart 2002 Dom Ruinart Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruinart-2002-dom-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,Ruinart 12,Sparkling,France,"Deutz's top cuvée is as good as ever. Bottle aging has helped it to throw off its youthful awakwardness and develop a rounded, ripe style that is now a pleasure to drink. Pear and apricot flavors are still vibrant, along with a hint of toast Finely structured and elegant, it's wonderful to drink now, but it will be good at least until 2018.",Cuvée William Deutz,,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 2000 Cuvée William Deutz (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-2000-cuvee-william-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Deutz 14.2,Red,US,"This bottling by Hobbs typically is a compelling Pinot Noir, but with the 2011 vintage, they've exceeded even the outstanding 2010. The wine is extraordinarily delicate in the mouth, with a cloud-like airiness that's like pure silk. Yet there are powerful raspberry, cherry, herb, cassis, mushroom and sandalwood flavors that are a delight to experience. The wine has none of the unripe vegetal notes that mar so many other 2011 Pinot Noirs. Drink this gorgeous wine now and over the next 10 years.",Katherine Lindsay Estate,85,96,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paul Hobbs 2011 Katherine Lindsay Estate Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-hobbs-2011-katherine-lindsay-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Paul Hobbs 12,Sparkling,France,"While 2007 was not the greatest vintage, Roederer managed to produce one of the best wines of the year. It is a great blend of mature yellow fruits, with a pure line of tangy orange zest. Tightly txtured, with bright acidity and steely minerality, it promises long aging. Drink until 2025, and possibly longer.",Vintage Brut,79,96,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 2007 Vintage Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-2007-vintage-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2007,Louis Roederer 14.2,Red,US,"From a vineyard in the Fort Ross-Seaview appellation, this is clearly one of the best wines of the vintage. The mouthfeel is light and silky, with refined tannins that give it a slight astringency. The flavors are vast and complex with raspberries, cherries and cola, but also forest notes of mushrooms, balsam and herbs. The acidity is fresh and appealing. It's gorgeous now, and should evolve over the next 15 years.",Hellenthal Vineyard,48,96,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,W.H. Smith 2010 Hellenthal Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wh-smith-2010-hellenthal-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,W.H. Smith 21,Dessert,Portugal,"A superb wine that brings together all the great elements of aged Madeira. There is a wonderful tight acidity over the natural sweetness of the wine, with notes of raisin, dark plum, smoke and surprising freshness, considering its age. This gorgeous limited edition wine will not age longer in the bottle, but can certainly be kept for several weeks once opened.",,230,98,Madeira,,,Blandy's 1969 Bual (Madeira),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blandys-1969-madeira-bual-madeira/,Bual,1969,Blandy's 12.5,Red,US,"Even at this price, this Cab is hard to like. It's soft and somewhat vegetal, with bizarre sweet oak and cherry jam flavors.",,10,80,California,California Other,California,Coyote Creek 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coyote-creek-2012-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Coyote Creek 13.5,White,Chile,"Tropical, citrusy aromas are about as good as this gets. The palate is cloying and the flavors of banana and burnt sugar finish sticky.",,7,80,Central Valley,,,Beach Kite 2012 Moscato (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beach-kite-2012-muscat-moscato-central-valley/,Moscato,2012,Beach Kite 13.8,White,US,"Barely drinkable, with sweet, sugary flavors and a few drops of citrus fruit.",,12,80,California,California Other,California,Pessimist 2012 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessimist-2012-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Pessimist 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Cherry cough drop aromas are candied and ominous. This feels diluted, tastes herbal and green, and finishes minty.",,9,80,Other,San Juan,,Arge & Tina 2011 Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arge-tina-2011-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2011,Arge & Tina 13.5,Red,US,"Soft, sweet and simple raspberry and oak flavors mark this rustic wine.",,10,80,California,California Other,California,Pessimist 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessimist-2012-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Pessimist 12,White,US,"Watery and sweet, with apricot and orange jam flavors.",,11,80,California,California Other,California,Kitchen Sink NV Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kitchen-sink-nv-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,,Kitchen Sink 13,White,Chile,"Gold in color, with a chunky palate and pushy, reduced, mealy flavors of grapefruit. Vegetal on the finish. Tasted twice with identical results.",Queulat Single Vineyard Gran Reserva,18,80,Leyda Valley,,,Ventisquero 2012 Queulat Single Vineyard Gran Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2012-queulat-single-vineyard-gran-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Ventisquero 12.5,Red,Argentina,"Reedy, herbaceous aromas suggest rhubarb and red licorice candy. This feels flat and lays heavily on the palate, while candied flavors of cherry and berry finish hot.",,10,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fat Gaucho 2011 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fat-gaucho-2011-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Fat Gaucho 18.7,Dessert,US,"A sweet, high-fueled blend of Chardonnay, Muscat Blanc and old-vine Trebbiano from a newly approved appellation called the Sierra Pelona Valley, north of Los Angeles, this wine has peach and lemon peel hiding behind a lathering of oak.",White Delight,30,80,California,South Coast,Sierra Pelona Valley,Reyes NV White Delight White (Sierra Pelona Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reyes-nv-white-delight-south-coast-sierra-pelona-valley/,White Blend,,Reyes 13,Red,US,"Just barely drinkable. It's not dirty or anything, but watery and very fruity.",,12,80,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Inkling 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inkling-2012-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Inkling 13.5,Red,US,This has candied raspberry and pink bubble gum flavors. Direct and easy.,,11,81,California,California Other,California,Sexy Wine Bomb 2011 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sexy-wine-bomb-2011-red-other/,Red Blend,2011,Sexy Wine Bomb 13.5,Red,US,"Soft and watery, with just traces of cherries and watermelons.",,13,81,California,California Other,California,Chime NV Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chime-nv-red-other/,Red Blend,,Chime 13.6,Red,US,"Feels pinched and harsh in the mouth, with simple, sweet blackberry Pop-Tart flavors.",,12,81,California,California Other,California,Cambridge & Sunset 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambridge-sunset-2012-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Cambridge & Sunset 12.5,White,US,"Sweet, simple and fruity, with peach and apricot jam flavors. The finish is bitter in fruit pit tannins.",Winemaker's Reserve,12,81,California,California Other,California,Kitchen Sink NV Winemaker's Reserve White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kitchen-sink-nv-winemakers-reserve-white-other/,White Blend,,Kitchen Sink 11,White,US,"Is this a table or a dessert wine? Either way, the orange and apricot flavors are watery.",,10,81,California,California Other,California,Kitchen Sink NV Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kitchen-sink-nv-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,,Kitchen Sink 14,Red,Argentina,"Stewy black-fruit aromas suggest prune juice. This feels overripe, flabby and chunky to a fault, with prune and baked plum flavors. Rubber and clove flavors dominate a thick, clumsy finish.",Uco Valley,15,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,TintoNegro 2011 Uco Valley Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tintonegro-2011-uco-valley-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,TintoNegro 13.3,Red,US,"Dark red in color this Pinot has a sweetness on the nose and is otherwise flat, not offering much in terms of flavor, texture or finish.",,20,81,California,North Coast,North Coast,Lola 2011 Pinot Noir (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lola-2011-pinot-noir-north-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Lola 13.5,White,Chile,"After a quick start of citrus and grass aromas, the bouquet loses clarity and becomes mealy and old smelling. Acidity keeps the palate afloat but the longer this sits, the more briny and pickled it tastes. Drink fast for some citrus character.",Reserva,15,81,Limarí Valley,,,Maray 2011 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maray-2011-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-limari-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Maray 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of pinched rubber and stems precede a light-bodied palate with flavors of leafy red fruits, butter and caramel. Oak flavors and mild acidity run the finish.",,17,81,Other,Patagonia,,Denario 2012 Pinot Noir (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/denario-2012-pinot-noir-patagonia/,Pinot Noir,2012,Denario 13.5,White,Chile,"This heavy, mostly fruitless Viognier is pithy, chunky and ultimately briny and green on the finish. And there's bitterness to deal with as well.",Tama Vineyard Selection,15,81,Cachapoal Valley,,,Anakena 2011 Tama Vineyard Selection Viognier (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anakena-2011-tama-vineyard-selection-viognier-cachapoal-valley/,Viognier,2011,Anakena 13,White,Spain,"Air freshner and lychee are the most identifiable aromas. The palate feels fresh and light, which, given the wine's fleshy, tropical flavors, is a compliment. An oily, bitter finish is similar to marginal Torrontés from Argentina.",Viura-Chardonnay,14,81,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Ochoa 2012 Viura-Chardonnay White (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ochoa-2012-viura-chardonnay-white-navarra/,White Blend,2012,Ochoa 13,Red,Argentina,"With aromas of blueberry and Kool-Aid, this feels raw and pointy, with basic plum and dry red-fruit flavors. An abrupt finish is as expected.",,9,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Conquista 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conquista-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Conquista 12.5,Red,US,"This blend of 43% Zinfandel, 30% Syrah, 20% Merlot, 6% Petite Sirah and 1% “other,” this is overly acidic and watery, with thin fruit flavors.",Winemaker's Reserve,12,81,California,California Other,California,Kitchen Sink NV Winemaker's Reserve Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kitchen-sink-nv-winemakers-reserve-red-california-181596/,Red Blend,,Kitchen Sink 12.5,White,US,"Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Gewürztraminer constitute the blend. The wine is soft and dull, with watery flavors.",White Table Wine,9,81,California,California Other,California,Kitchen Sink NV White Table Wine White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kitchen-sink-nv-white-table-wine-other/,White Blend,,Kitchen Sink 12.5,Red,US,"The label is pretty, but the wine itself doesn't offer much. It's dry and thin, with simple Cabernet-like blackberry flavors.",,7,81,California,California Other,California,Eye Candy 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eye-candy-2012-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Eye Candy 13.6,Red,US,"This wine tastes tart and sugary, like toothpaste, or candied cherry. It's not the most approachable wine.",,12,81,California,California Other,California,Cambridge & Sunset 2012 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambridge-sunset-2012-merlot-other/,Merlot,2012,Cambridge & Sunset 12.5,Red,France,"Full-on banana aromas create a wine that tastes like an elderly nouveau. It does have some fruit and red cherries, but with a bitter edge, it really should have been drunk by now.",Masfraise,,82,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Vignoble Charmet 2011 Masfraise (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignoble-charmet-2011-masfraise-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2011,Vignoble Charmet 13.7,White,US,"Heavy, dull and sweet, this Chardonnay has one-dimensional apricot, orange and oaky flavors.",,15,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Cannonball 2012 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cannonball-2012-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2012,Cannonball 13.5,White,US,"Watery and sweet, like fruit juice, with orange, pineapple and buttered toast flavors.",,13,82,California,California Other,California,Chime 2012 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chime-2012-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Chime 12,Red,Argentina,"Generic aromas of red plum and cherry come with a licorice note. The palate feels scratchy, while flavors of cherry and plum run hollow. The finish is consistent in taste, with an abrasive, choppy feel.",,8,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Zapardo 2011 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-zapardo-2011-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Bodega Zapardo 13.6,White,US,"This soft, simple Chardonnay is sweet in caramel, buttered popcorn and lemon-pineapple juice flavors. It quickly turns cloying after a sip.",,12,82,California,California Other,California,Cambridge & Sunset 2012 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambridge-sunset-2012-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Cambridge & Sunset 13.5,Red,US,"This is the kind of wine you'll find sold at pizzerias, taco joints and Chinese restaurants everywhere. It's soft, simple and fruity, with cherry and cola flavors.",,13,82,California,California Other,California,Cable Car NV Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cable-car-nv-red-california-181151/,Red Blend,,Cable Car 13.5,Red,US,This soft blend seems made to appeal to the current taste for sweet reds. It has flavors of cola and hard cherry candy.,,13,82,California,California Other,California,Posh NV Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/posh-nv-red-other/,Red Blend,,Posh 15,Red,Argentina,"Char, clove and rubber aromas dominate what's otherwise leafy and herbal. A tight, hard-tannin palate features peppery, bitter flavors of black fruits in front of a pinched, narrow-feeling finish.",Altitud,25,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andeluna 2011 Altitud Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2011-altitud-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Andeluna 14.8,Red,US,"Very thin and yet tannic at the same time, this Tempranillo shares some classic traits of the grape, from earthy cherry to tobacco, even a suggestion of rose water, but it's all fairly understated and quick to end.",Firefall Vineyard,26,82,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,Riaza 2011 Firefall Vineyard Tempranillo (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riaza-2011-firefall-vineyard-tempranillo-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Tempranillo,2011,Riaza 13.5,Rose,Spain,"For all intents and purposes, this is a red wine. It's 90% red in color, and the nose and palate are chunky and wide. Flavors of red licorice and candied berry lack snap, and the finish tastes bitter and feels flat.",Viñedo N° 5 Rose,13,82,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Señorío de Sarria 2012 Viñedo N° 5 Rose Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senorio-sarria-2012-vinedo-n-5-rose-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2012,Señorío de Sarria 14,Red,Argentina,"Stewy aromas of tomato and plum are matched by brambly spice notes. This feels wiry and acidic, with a narrow mouthfeel and sharp flavors of currant, cranberry and raspberry. The finish is tart and raw.",,18,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gimenez Riili 2011 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gimenez-riili-2011-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Gimenez Riili 13.5,Red,US,"Light in color, this larger production Pinot Noir is priced right and is a fairly meaty red that'll go down easily, it's just not terribly varietal. A good value for large gatherings.",,13,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Castle Rock 2011 Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2011-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Castle Rock 15.5,Red,US,"This wine is like Zinfandel in its spiciness and briary, brambly wild red berry flavors. However, there's a vegetal undertow, and high alcohol makes the mouthfeel uncomfortably hot.",McClain,40,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Wilson 2011 McClain Primitivo (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2011-mcclain-zinfandel-primitivo-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Primitivo,2011,Wilson 14,Red,Argentina,"Odd aromas of bath soap and cherry feed into a creamy, rubbery feeling palate.",Alto Limay Select,30,82,Other,Patagonia,,Familia Schroeder 2012 Alto Limay Select Pinot Noir (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2012-alto-limay-select-pinot-noir-patagonia/,Pinot Noir,2012,Familia Schroeder 12.5,White,US,"This Pinot Grigio is okay for common purposes, but it's a pretty dull wine. It's on the border between dry and off-dry, and soft in texture, with sugary citrus fruit and herb flavors.",,7,82,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-pinot-grigio-california-181962/,Pinot Grigio,,Barefoot 13,White,US,"Soft, sweet and simple, with peach, tropical fruit and buttered toast flavors, this Chard will satisfy basic fans of the variety looking for a bargain.",,7,82,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-chardonnay-california-181521/,Chardonnay,,Barefoot 14.3,Red,Argentina,"Mint, tea and light plum aromas are mild at best. Hard tannins make the palate grabby, then murky, stewy flavors take over. A grinding finish is not the best send-off.",,16,82,Mendoza Province,Vista Flores,,Antucura 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Vista Flores),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antucura-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-vista-flores/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Antucura 12.5,Red,US,"This Merlot is thin and common, but dry and drinkable, with cherry, cola and oak flavors. Gulp it down with anything you like.",,6,82,California,California Other,California,Eye Candy 2012 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eye-candy-2012-merlot-other/,Merlot,2012,Eye Candy 13.8,White,US,"With watery flavors of oranges, buttered toast and white sugar, this is a very simple Chardonnay.",,12,82,California,California Other,California,Pessimist 2011 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessimist-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Pessimist 13,Rose,US,The dark color suggests the heaviness of this blush wine. It's sweet and simple in raspberry jam and vanilla flavors.,,12,82,California,California Other,California,Paripaso 2012 Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paripaso-2012-rose-other/,Rosé,2012,Paripaso 12.5,Red,US,"Serve this affordable Merlot at big parties. It's a fairly dull wine, but serviceable, with currant, spice and oak flavors.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Coyote Creek 2012 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coyote-creek-2012-merlot-other/,Merlot,2012,Coyote Creek 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Compost and strong herbal aromas lead to a rubbery palate with stewed tomato and leathery flavors. A salty, rubbery tasting finish fails to bring this around.",Reserve,16,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Maipe 2011 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maipe-2011-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Maipe 15,White,Italy,"This highly unusual expression of Verdicchio clocks in at a whopping 15% alcohol and it shows. Despite a subtle hint of lemon drop flavor, the palate lacks fruit richness to support the alcohol and it shows signs of oxidation.",Balciana,25,82,Central Italy,Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore,,Sartarelli 2010 Balciana (Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartarelli-2010-balciana-italian-white-verdicchio-verdicchio-castelli-jesi-classico-superiore/,Verdicchio,2010,Sartarelli 13.5,Red,Chile,"Chemical aromas are barely lifted by bland berry fruit scents, and overall this smells like wet cement. Tannic but weak in the middle, this tastes herbal and green, with a raw, herbaceous finish.",Reserva,13,82,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 2010 Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2010-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2010,Santa Rita 15.1,Red,US,"A flat, dull, tightly tannic Syrah that's meaty and ripe.",Ambassador's,40,82,California,South Coast,,Orfila 2011 Ambassador's Syrah,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-2011-ambassadors-shiraz-syrah-syrah-south-coast-san-pasqual/,Syrah,2011,Orfila 13.6,Red,US,"This is a full-bodied, simple wine, made from 70% Merlot, 20% Syrah and 10% “other” red grapes. It's soft in texture, with candied berry, cola and spice flavors and a short finish.",The Grass Cutter,12,82,California,California Other,California,Cambridge & Sunset 2012 The Grass Cutter Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambridge-sunset-2012-grass-cutter-red-other/,Red Blend,2012,Cambridge & Sunset 13,White,US,"With sweet flavors of citrus and tropical fruits that are simple and syrupy, this Chardonnay is all right for drinking now.",,23,82,California,California Other,California,Bota Box 2012 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bota-box-2012-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Bota Box 13,White,Chile,"This is basically Sauvignon Blanc (with 3% Viognier and Chardonnay). And it's a narrow version, with pungent, sweaty aromas and bitter-leaning flavors that suggest early harvesting in a hot year. A green, peppery finish lacks roundness and full ripeness.",Reserve Assemblage Sauvignon Blanc-Chardonnay-Viognier,19,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Estampa 2012 Reserve Assemblage Sauvignon Blanc-Chardonnay-Viognier White (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estampa-2012-reserve-assemblage-sauvignon-blanc-chardonnay-viognier-white-casablanca-valley/,White Blend,2012,Estampa 14,Red,Argentina,"Leathery, feral aromas including stemmy notes define the nose on this just-good-enough Malbec. There's not much give to the acidic palate, while flavors of mint and red fruits finish scratchy.",Reserve,11,83,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2011 Reserve Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2011-reserve-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2011,Finca Las Moras 13,White,US,"For the price, this is a good, sound Sauvignon Blanc for everyday purposes. It's dry and crisp in acidity, with somewhat watery lemon, lime, grapefruit and vanilla flavors.",,7,83,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-sauvignon-blanc-california-181963/,Sauvignon Blanc,,Barefoot 13.2,White,US,"With watered-down tropical fruit and peach flavors, this Chardonnay shows a strong oak-like note, in the form of butterscotch. It finishes sugary sweet.",,12,83,California,California Other,California,Paripaso 2011 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paripaso-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Paripaso 13.5,White,Chile,"Plump aromas of melon and almond candy announce a chunky palate with citric acidity. Pithy orange and melon flavors are straightforward, with some sweetness. Consider this a decent, generic white wine.",Reserva,14,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2012 Reserva Pinot Grigio (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2012-reserva-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Morandé 14,Red,Argentina,Hard aromas of tire rubber and black fruits lead to a clampy palate with raw tannins. Blackberry and rubber flavors finish on the bitter side.,Portillo Estate Bottled,11,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Salentein 2011 Portillo Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2011-portillo-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Salentein 12.5,Red,US,"Scents of leather, smoke and mint give this Bordeaux-style red blend a savory intrigue. It has an open and finessed texture, but the acidity jumps high toward the finish, making the wine border on feeling shrill. Try pairing it with seared lamb chops with tapenade to help tame the acidity.",Rooster,26,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Veramar NV Rooster Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramar-nv-rooster-red-virginia-175639/,Red Blend,,Veramar 11,White,US,"With lots of residual sugar, this white Zin is so sweet, it's almost a dessert wine. The sweetness makes the raspberries and cherries taste like candy.",White,7,83,California,California Other,California,Coyote Creek 2012 White Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coyote-creek-2012-white-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2012,Coyote Creek 13.8,Red,US,"One wants to be kind to this wine, which seeks to be affordable to everyone who desires a Pinot Noir. It's dry and silky, with simple cherry candy and cola flavors.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Insatiable 2012 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/insatiable-2012-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2012,Insatiable 13.9,Red,US,"This Cab is dry and properly tannic, with good blackberry, mocha and herb flavors. On the downside is a strange ashiness, like the grapes were hit by smoke from a wildfire. Drink up.",,25,83,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Mossback 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mossback-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Mossback 13.3,Red,Argentina,"A rusty, translucent color announces a light body. Along the way, aromas of compost and leaves, red fruits and earth don't stir much interest. Meanwhile, light oak and stalky red-fruit flavors finish leafy.",Barda,25,83,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega Chacra 2012 Barda Pinot Noir (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-chacra-2012-barda-pinot-noir-patagonia/,Pinot Noir,2012,Bodega Chacra 13,White,Spain,"Punchy grapefruit aromas come with a touch of minerality. An oily yet spritzy feeling palate doesn't score many points, while the flavor profile is bitterness offset by pithy citrus flavors.",,14,83,Central Spain,Castilla La Mancha,,Chapter Capítulo 8 2012 Sauvignon Blanc-Verdejo (Castilla La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chapter-capitulo-8-2012-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-verdejo-castilla-mancha/,Sauvignon Blanc-Verdejo,2012,Chapter Capítulo 8 13.9,Red,US,"This soft, heavy Pinot has jammy flavors of raspberry jam, buttered toast and oak. It's fruity on the finish. Drink up.",,25,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ca' Momi 2011 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-2011-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Ca' Momi 13.5,White,Spain,"Citrus and passion fruit aromas emphasize the SB over the Verdejo component, even though the blend is 70% Verdejo and 30% SB. A zesty, pithy feeling palate houses citrus peel and pithy flavors, while the finish tastes the same.",,10,83,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Volteo 2012 Verdejo-Sauvignon Blanc (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volteo-2012-white-blend-verdejo-sauvignon-blanc-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Verdejo-Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Volteo 11.5,White,Chile,"Tropical aromas of bath soap and scented baby powder are hard to take serious. The mouthfeel is candied but also tangy and chalky, while lychee, mango and pear flavors run sweet then finish green.",Días de Verano,,83,Itata Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2012 Días de Verano Muscat (Itata Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2012-dias-verano-muscat-itata-valley/,Muscat,2012,Miguel Torres 14.5,Red,US,"This Lodi area Pinot Noir is fruit forward, particularly on the nose, though the lucious notes carry through on the palate as well, buoyed by oak.",,28,83,California,Central Valley,Mokelumne River,Milliaire 2011 Pinot Noir (Mokelumne River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milliaire-2011-pinot-noir-central-valley-mokelumne-river/,Pinot Noir,2011,Milliaire 13.5,White,US,"This is your typical inexpensive California Chardonnay. It's overtly fruity with orange, pineapple, vanilla bean and buttered toast flavors.",,11,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Cooper Station 2012 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooper-station-2012-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2012,Cooper Station 13.5,Red,US,"This shows some volatility at the moment, but it's layered with notes of blackberry, smoke and game. The acidity feels a bit sharp, which leaves you smacking your lips on the finish.",,34,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Doukénie 2010 Syrah (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doukenie-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-virginia/,Syrah,2010,Doukénie 13,Red,Chile,"Aromas of forced oak, plastic and berry fruits don't forecast how tight, shrill and acidic the palate is. Snappy flavors of red plum and red currant teeter on being sour, while acidity is what keeps this cranking through a sharp, oaky finish.",Culpeo Made with Organic Grapes,10,83,Curicó Valley,,,Viña La Fortuna 2011 Culpeo Made with Organic Grapes Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-fortuna-2011-culpeo-made-with-organic-grapes-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Viña La Fortuna 13,Rose,Spain,"Whereas once Ochoa produced some of Navarra's best rosés, lately the wines have been marginal. This is awkward, with aromas of chemicals and rubber gloves. The palate is wan in flavor and feel, while the finish tastes burnt and medicinal.",Rosado,14,83,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Ochoa 2012 Rosado Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ochoa-2012-rosado-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2012,Ochoa 12.5,Red,US,"Here's solid, everyday red wine here, rugged and fruity, but there's something about it that makes you think of pizza and burgers. The blend is Zinfandel, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah.",Red Table Wine,9,83,California,California Other,California,Kitchen Sink NV Red Table Wine Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kitchen-sink-nv-red-table-wine-red-california-181597/,Red Blend,,Kitchen Sink 9.8,White,US,"This Riesling is fruit forward yet simple, with watered-down apricot, lime and orange fruit flavors. If sweetness is your thing, you'll find it here at an everyday price.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2012 Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2012-riesling-other/,Riesling,2012,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 14,Red,Spain,"An aromatic opening of raisin and prune is a clarion announcement that this is on the overripe side. The mouthfeel, which is heavy and chunky but also fruity, is confirmation of the wine's ripeness level. Flavors of baked plum, raisin and chocolate finish deep and raisiny.",Antaño Crianza,10,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,J. Garcia Carrion 2009 Antaño Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-garcia-carrion-2009-antano-crianza-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2009,J. Garcia Carrion 13.5,White,US,"Whatever the blend is on this wine, it's sweet and simple. It tastes like heavily sugared orange and herb tea, with a squirt of lime juice.",Bianco di Napa,18,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ca' Momi 2012 Bianco di Napa White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-2012-bianco-napa-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,2012,Ca' Momi 13,White,Spain,"Tropical aromas are friendly but basic. A melony feeling palate is low on acidity, thus flavors of honeydew and mango seem mushy. A soft, mealy finish with a papaya-like flavor is the last act. Year after year this unoaked Chardonnay barely gets by.",El Cerezo Unoaked,12,83,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Castillo de Monjardin 2012 El Cerezo Unoaked Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-monjardin-2012-el-cerezo-unoaked-chardonnay-navarra/,Chardonnay,2012,Castillo de Monjardin 13.1,Red,US,"Fragrant in raspberry with an achingly light texture, this Tempranillo has notes of tobacco, rose water and pepper and a quick, dry finish.",Toro Tinto,29,84,California,Lake County,Lake County,Vino Vargas 2011 Toro Tinto Tempranillo (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-vargas-2011-toro-tinto-tempranillo-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Tempranillo,2011,Vino Vargas 14,Red,Chile,"Major olive and charred aromas ride on top of herbal black-fruit scents. This is loud on the palate, with probing acidity and mild tannins. The flavor profile is herbal, with stewed plum and blueberry accounting for the fruit components. On the finish, this feels solid and tastes minty.",Reserva,13,84,Maule Valley,,,Viña Casas Patronales 2011 Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-patronales-2011-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2011,Viña Casas Patronales 13,Red,Spain,"A mash of coffee, turned earth, Band-Aid and charred, baked berry aromas are funky and lead to a wide, flabby palate with briny berry and red-fruit flavors. That charred character from the nose persists on the finish, which tastes roasted and feels pinched.",,25,84,Galicia,Ribeira Sacra,,Ponte da Boga 2011 Mencía (Ribeira Sacra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponte-boga-2011-spanish-red-mencia-ribeira-sacra/,Mencía,2011,Ponte da Boga 14.3,Red,Chile,"What a difference a year makes. In the warm '09 vintage, this was ripe and delicious. But in 2010, a much cooler year in Chile, the wine came out dry and leafy, with aromas of green herbs that strengthen with airing. Flavors of mint and green herbs are dominant, while plum and spice flavors form the underbelly. A scratchy feeling finish confirms this wine's abrasive DNA.",,19,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Peñalolen 2010 Cabernet Franc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penalolen-2010-cabernet-franc-casablanca-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Peñalolen 14.2,White,US,"Simple, with flavors of apricot, peach and mango, with oak and alcohol complications.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mossback 2012 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mossback-2012-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Mossback 13,Red,US,"Slick and supple upfront, this Cabernet Franc gains muscle as it evolves toward the tangy, savory finish, which comes with a hint of mocha.",,29,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Lost Creek 2011 Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-creek-2011-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Lost Creek 13.5,Red,US,"Heavy flavors of vanilla syrup coat the tongue, obscuring the fruit but not quite hiding the green tannins. Though such flavors are not unusual in many inexpensive Merlots, it's a little disappointing from a grower with such excellent fruit to work with.",Traditions,16,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Milbrandt 2010 Traditions Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2010-traditions-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Milbrandt 13.5,Red,Italy,"Riserva Colle Secco, made from the Montepulciano grape, opens with aromas of raw wood chips and sawdust. The palate is dominated by aggressive oak and espresso with hints of black fruit muffled in the background.",Riserva Colle Secco,14,84,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Cantina Tollo 2009 Riserva Colle Secco (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-tollo-2009-riserva-colle-secco-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2009,Cantina Tollo 13.5,White,US,"This Chardonnay is likeable for its bigtime flavors of pineapples, oranges, limes, apricots and buttered popcorn. Its crisp acidity provides balance.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Avenel 2011 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avenel-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Avenel ,Red,US,"This Zin has candied flavors of raspberries, cherries, mocha, roasted almonds and caramel, like a granola bar. The alcohol is fairly hefty, giving it Zinny headiness.",,16,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Avenel 2010 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avenel-2010-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Avenel 13.9,White,US,"Made in the popular style, this Chardonnay shows simple oak, pineapple, mango and peach flavors. It finishes with notes of vanilla and honey.",Light Horse,14,84,California,California Other,California,Jamieson Ranch 2012 Light Horse Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamieson-ranch-2012-light-horse-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Jamieson Ranch 13,White,Chile,"This is almost brutally austere. The nose expresses nothing but grass and zest, and the palate is sharp in feel, with chiseled, raw power and pithy, stony flavors of lemon, grapefruit and sour orange. This is overpowering and clipped; it has merits but needs to be more friendly.",Costa,25,84,Colchagua Costa,,,Koyle 2012 Costa Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Costa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koyle-2012-costa-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-costa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Koyle 14,Red,Spain,"Aromatically speaking, this has some issues. The nose is rustic and roasted smelling, with rubbery aromas of burnt leaves and leathery fruit. With airing, things improve and the palate feel is not an issue at all, while flavors of herbal berry, toast and leaf notes finish slightly bitter.",Elaboración Especial,20,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Beronia 2009 Elaboración Especial (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beronia-2009-elaboracion-especial-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Beronia 14,Red,Argentina,"Roasted, leathery aromas have a cheesy side that covers up the wine's fruit scents. This feels fresh but choppy and rough, while flavors of mint, plum and cassis finish peppery and a bit green and grassy.",Reserva,17,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Caballero de la Cepa 2011 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caballero-cepa-2011-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Caballero de la Cepa 12.5,White,France,"The cool, light Sauvignon Blanc of Touraine has an intensely herbaceous, catty character. This is typically crisp, fresh and very fruity, if one dimensional. Drink now.",,,84,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Paul Buisse 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-buisse-2012-sauvignon-blanc-touraine/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Paul Buisse 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Made mostly from Chardonnay, with some Pinot Gris, this is a sweet, simple sparkling wine. It has sugary orange and lime flavors, and the mouthfeel is scoury.",Blanc de Blancs,22,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa NV Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-nv-blanc-blancs-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Napa 12,Sparkling,Italy,Here's a cheerful sparkler that offers subdued aromas of yellow flower with a whiff of banana peel. Pineapple and pear flavors greet the palate along with steely bubbles. This is simple but well-made and makes a fun apéritif.,Yellow Pearl,18,84,Italy Other,Vino Spumante,,Piera Martellozzo 2012 Yellow Pearl Ribolla Gialla (Vino Spumante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piera-martellozzo-2012-yellow-pearl-italian-white-ribolla-gialla-vino-spumante/,Ribolla Gialla,2012,Piera Martellozzo 14.5,White,US,"Ripe in green apple, banana and pineapple, this is a heavily barrel-influenced wine, intense in petroleum and toasty vanilla. Save this for buttery lobster or risotto dishes.",,16,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Michael David 2012 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-david-2012-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2012,Michael David 13.7,White,US,"Thank goodness for acidity. It rescues the ripe, orange and tropical fruit, vanilla and oak flavors of this wine and provides a modicum of balance. Fine for drinking now with Vietnamese fare, or a fried chicken picnic.",Estate,18,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Balletto 2012 Estate Pinot Gris (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balletto-2012-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Balletto 13.5,White,US,"This Chardonnay is soft and tasty, with orange, pineapple, apricot and vanilla flavors. Drink now.",,13,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,La Merika 2011 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merika-2011-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,La Merika 13.4,Red,US,"This Marin County Pinot may have suffered from the cool vintage as the raspberry and cherry flavors that it opens with veer into bitter territory. The texture is fine, heavier than usual, the wine just having a hard time coming around.",,36,84,California,North Coast,Marin County,Kendric 2010 Pinot Noir (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendric-2010-pinot-noir-north-coast-marin-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Kendric 13,Red,France,"This soft wine is very fruity, with banana and red cherry flavors, and very drinkable now. It has a bright feel to it, from the acidity and from the light, jaunty texture. Drink now.",Eté Indien,17,84,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Vignerons de Bel Air 2012 Eté Indien (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-bel-air-2012-ete-indien-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2012,Vignerons de Bel Air 13.5,White,Chile,"The nose is true to the variety: there's grapefruit and lime aromas along with grassy notes. The palate is solid, maybe a bit plump and vapid, with lemon, lime and other citrus flavors. A bell pepper and jalapeño sharpness comes up on the finish.",,10,84,Curicó Valley,,,Terrapura 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrapura-2012-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Terrapura 14,Red,Chile,"Campfire and hickory aromas dominate the nose on this superficial Carmenère that's round in the mouth but also acidic and showing little structure or stuffing. Flavors of black fruits, herbal notes and wood finish rubbery in feel then bitter in taste.",Victoria Reserve,12,84,Curicó Valley,,,San Nicolas 2011 Victoria Reserve Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-nicolas-2011-victoria-reserve-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2011,San Nicolas 14,Red,US,"This Cabernet isn't particularly Rutherford-esque due to excessive softness and fruitiness. It could come from almost anywhere, with its raspberry and cherry jam, milk chocolate and toast flavors.",,23,84,California,Napa,Rutherford,Daglia Canyon 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daglia-canyon-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Daglia Canyon 13,Red,US,"The price is right on this simple, everyday Cab. It's soft and fruity, with prune juice and cocoa flavors.",,11,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Coastline 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastline-2012-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Coastline 14.5,Red,US,"Jammy in raspberries and cherries, with a mouthwatering burst of acidity. But fundamentally this is a simple wine, and it also has some overripe raisin flavors.",Reserve,28,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2010 Reserve Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2010-reserve-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2010,Clos La Chance 14.7,Red,US,"At about six years of age, this Bordeaux blend is soft, fruity and ending its useful lifespan. The cherry and cola flavors are drying out. Drink up.",Mayacamas Range,35,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Spann Vineyards 2007 Mayacamas Range Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spann-2007-mayacamas-range-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Spann Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"More than three-quarters Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, the balance is Merlot and Cabernet Franc, with just pinches of Sangiovese (2%) and Zinfandel (1%), it plays on the savory and green end of the Cabernet spectrum, with notes of green olive and dried herbs along with cherry and chocolate and a tingly, gritty feel.",,10,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Six Prong 2010 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-prong-2010-red-columbia-valley-wa-181799/,Red Blend,2010,Six Prong 13,White,US,"Blended from Verdelho, Viognier, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, it has tropical fruit, peach and apple flavors balanced with citrusy acidity.",Knockout,16,84,California,California Other,California,X 2012 Knockout White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2012-knockout-white-other/,White Blend,2012,X 13.5,White,US,"Sugared lime, pineapple and gooseberry flavors mark this white wine. It's brisk in acidity, with a clean finish, but its fruitiness limits its usefulness with food pairing.",,17,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Stickybeak 2012 Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stickybeak-2012-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Stickybeak 13,Rose,Spain,"This barrel-fermented rosé lives with the devil on one shoulder and an angel on the other. It's woody and smells and tastes like sawdust. Amid all the barrel influence, there's a round, smooth mouthfeel and food-friendly acidity. The finish turns more resiny and creamy the longer it lingers.",,10,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Logos 2012 Rosado (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/logos-2012-rose-rosado-navarra/,Rosado,2012,Logos 13,Red,Spain,"Herbal red plum and raspberry aromas are jammy yet fresh. This feels a bit scratchy up front, then creamy on the back palate. Flavors of lactic plum and cherry emphasize oak, while the finish is bright but slightly abrasive in feel.",Roble,8,84,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,La Mano 2011 Roble Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mano-2011-roble-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2011,La Mano 14.3,White,US,"This is a simple wine with upfront pineapple, lime, peach and honeysuckle flavors and smooth acidity.",,20,84,California,California Other,California,Spann Vineyards 2011 Chardonnay-Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spann-2011-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-other/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2011,Spann Vineyards 12.5,White,Italy,"This Greco from Southern Italy opens with closed, rustic aromas. The palate shows fresh acidity, overripe pear and peach notes as well as notes of grass and Mediterranean herbs.",Vigna Alta San Basile,10,84,Southern Italy,Matera,,Taverna 2012 Vigna Alta San Basile Greco Bianco (Matera),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taverna-2012-vigna-alta-san-basile-italian-white-greco-bianco-matera/,Greco Bianco,2012,Taverna 12.5,White,Italy,"From Trentino in northern Italy, this Riesling has delicate aromas of acacia flower, honey and pear. The lean palate shows hints of beeswax, honey and tropical fruit flavors that finish abruptly.",Drago,15,84,,Trentino,,Lechthaler 2012 Drago Riesling (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lechthaler-2012-drago-riesling-trentino/,Riesling,2012,Lechthaler 13.5,Red,US,"This is one of those fresh, young Cabs that reminds you of Beaujolais. It's fruity and silky and jammy, with a pink bubblegum gassiness. Give it a chill, cut it with some sparkling water, put in a slice of strawberry and enjoy.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Paripaso 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paripaso-2012-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Paripaso 14.5,Red,US,"This blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot is not one of Justin's best efforts. It's simple in construction, with soft tannins and cherry pie, red licorice and sandalwood flavors that finish with a touch of bell pepper.",Justification,45,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2010 Justification Cabernet Franc-Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2010-justification-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-franc-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Franc-Merlot,2010,Justin 14,Red,France,"Hints of vinyl or nail polish, chocolate and raisin distract a bit from the otherwise pleasant cherry-berry fruit. It's round in the mouth, with soft tannins, so drink it over the near term.",Vignes du Prieuré,17,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château Gigognan 2012 Vignes du Prieuré Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gigognan-2012-vignes-prieure-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2012,Château Gigognan 13.2,Red,US,"At this price with Pinot Noir, you never know what you're going to get. Chime's track record is all over the board. With this 2012 vintage, their California Pinot Noir is average, and fairly priced. It's light and silky, with raspberry sour candy flavors.",,13,84,California,California Other,California,Chime 2012 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chime-2012-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2012,Chime 12.5,Rose,France,"This is ripe, full in the mouth and rich. It has intense strawberry fruits, a touch of sweetness and fragrant, fresh acidity. It's a wine to drink now.",,13,84,Southwest France,Côtes du Lot,,Château Vincens 2012 Rosé (Côtes du Lot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vincens-2012-rose-cotes-lot/,Rosé,2012,Château Vincens 13,Red,US,"At the moment, this Cabernet Franc's nose seems quite shy, offering only subtle notes of spice and dried herb. Medium in body, with a sense of grace, it has gentle flavors that are reminiscent of spiced cocoa and cherry.",Reserve,25,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Barboursville Vineyards 2011 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-2011-reserve-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Barboursville Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"Gréine is a blend of Syrah and Petite Sirah, with a splash of Viognier. Earthy and herbal, it shows little sign of ripe fruit, and whiffs of pickle barrel come through some jarring flavors of vanilla. Perhaps more bottle time will help to knit this wine together.",Gréine,38,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cairdeas 2011 Gréine Syrah-Petite Sirah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cairdeas-2011-greine-red-blend-syrah-petite-sirah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah-Petite Sirah,2011,Cairdeas 13.5,White,US,"Tasting of lemonade, this Lodi Chardonnay veers sour in uneven layers, finishing in toasty vanilla oak. A perfect wine for casual get togethers.",,13,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Cable Car 2012 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cable-car-2012-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2012,Cable Car 12.5,White,Spain,"Made from the not-often-seen Airén grape, this is a neutral smelling white with a tangy but clean palate. Flavors of mild tropical and citrus fruits finish with nutty side notes. This is the textbook definition of a quaffing wine.",La Tercia Bodega,16,85,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Yemanueva 2012 La Tercia Bodega Airen (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yemanueva-2012-tercia-bodega-spanish-white-airen-mancha/,Airen,2012,Yemanueva 12,White,Spain,"Pungent citrus aromas settle on grapefruit. This feels regular and tastes like grapefruit and citrus pith. A standard feeling finish is fresh, citrusy in flavor and mildly bitter.",,13,85,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Storks' Tower 2012 Sauvignon Blanc-Verdejo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storks-tower-2012-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-verdejo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Sauvignon Blanc-Verdejo,2012,Storks' Tower 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Despite showing baked, stalky aromas, this is a good, basic Patagonian Pinot with a medium-to-full body and some heat on the palate. Flavors of soft berry fruits, vanilla, molasses and stewed cherry and plum finish oaky and chocolaty, with a lasting note of herbal green.",,15,85,Other,Patagonia,,Southern Edge 2012 Pinot Noir (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/southern-edge-2012-pinot-noir-patagonia/,Pinot Noir,2012,Southern Edge 14.2,Red,US,"Super light in color, this Garnacha has a pretty nose of cassis liqueur and is bunny-soft with barely any tannic imprint at all. Pair with equally light fare like not-too-pungent cheeses, breadsticks and such, or drink while cooking the main meal.",,24,85,California,Central Valley,Clements Hills,Riaza 2011 Garnacha (Clements Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riaza-2011-grenache-garnacha-central-valley-clements-hills/,Garnacha,2011,Riaza 13.5,Red,US,"This is 90% Cabernet Franc from the Chelle den Pleasant Vineyard in the Yakima Valley. Strong scents and flavors of barnyard, bacon fat and tanned leather. The fruit is muted, and finishes with tarry tannins. Drink up.",,30,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Red Sky 2010 Cabernet Franc (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-sky-2010-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Red Sky 12,White,France,"Very fruity and soft, this wine blends tropical pineapple aromas with a crisper, lemon zest palate. It's a gentle wine, its acidity tamed by the ripe fruits. Screwcap,",Cuvée Jeanne,12,85,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Tortoise Creek 2012 Cuvée Jeanne Sauvignon Blanc (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortoise-creek-2012-cuvee-jeanne-sauvignon-blanc-cotes-gascogne/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Tortoise Creek 13,Red,US,"Whiffs of barnyard and leather are prominent on this earthy Cabernet Sauvignon. Full bodied in style with soft, chalky tannins, there's a core of tart blackberry and currant flavors that are crisp on the finish.",Reserve,40,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Osprey's Dominion 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ospreys-dominion-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Osprey's Dominion 14,White,US,"Tropical fruit, peach, pear, green apple and lime flavors mark this fruity Chardonnay. It has prominent vanilla and buttered toast flavors, with a nice hit of acidity for balance.",Red Label,25,85,California,Napa,Napa County,Newton 2012 Red Label Chardonnay (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2012-red-label-chardonnay-napa-county/,Chardonnay,2012,Newton 13.7,Red,US,"Smoked meat and violet aromas accent the cherry note in this all-inclusive Bordeaux-style blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Malbec. Upon entrance, the medium-bodied palate feels easygoing and fluid, but the acidity veers tart toward the finish.",,41,85,Virginia,Monticello,,Michael Shaps 2010 Meritage (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-shaps-2010-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-monticello/,Meritage,2010,Michael Shaps 12.5,Rose,France,"Soft and fruity, this is an attractive, light and perfumed rosé. It has delicious vanilla flavors, red and white fruits all laced with a good citrus element and a bright aftertaste. Screwcap.",,13,85,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine Guillaman 2012 Rosé (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-guillaman-2012-rose-cotes-gascogne/,Rosé,2012,Domaine Guillaman 14.5,Red,Argentina,"The nose is herbaceous, with grassy berry aromas and a touch of pencil eraser. A tannic, grabby feeling palate shows berry flavors in front of a finish defined by mint, thyme and oregano.",,25,85,Other,Salta,,Domingo Molina 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domingo-molina-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-salta/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Domingo Molina 12.5,White,France,This wine's richness is masked by acidity and given a mineral texture. Apples mingle with green plums and a herbal character. The powerful acidity is very dominant and needs to integrate.,Le Peu de la Moriette Demi-Sec,17,85,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Pichot 2012 Le Peu de la Moriette Demi-Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pichot-2012-le-peu-moriette-demi-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2012,Domaine Pichot 13.9,Red,US,"A rough-hewn blend of 60% Sangiovese, 35% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc, the Vino Rosso offers a brief burst of cherry fruit, set in stiff, earthy tannins.",Vino Rosso,16,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Garofalo 2010 Vino Rosso Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garofalo-2010-vino-rosso-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Garofalo 9.5,Dessert,Italy,"This Moscato from northern Italy has aromas and flavors of apricot and peach that are typical of the grape, along with a hint of lime. This would make a nice pairing with cream-filled cakes and fruit tarts.",Giallo,20,85,,Trentino,,Gaierhof 2012 Giallo Moscato Giallo (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaierhof-2012-giallo-italian-white-moscato-giallo-trentino/,Moscato Giallo,2012,Gaierhof 13,Red,US,"Char, dried herb and broad black-fruit notes give this Cabernet Franc a sense of darkness. Medium to full bodied, it has an easygoing midpalate and a finish that comes with a tangy, candied element and an inflection of mocha.",,23,85,Virginia,Virginia,,CrossKeys 2011 Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crosskeys-2011-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2011,CrossKeys 13.3,White,US,"Straightforward aromas of crisp apple and pear dominate this Viognier's nose. This is a medium-bodied, easygoing selection that would pair well with casual fare like chicken salad sandwiches and baked cod.",,30,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Chateau Morrisette 2011 Viognier (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-morrisette-2011-viognier-virginia/,Viognier,2011,Chateau Morrisette 13.5,Red,US,"Pretty good Cabernet for the price. It's dry and zippy in acidity, with blackberry, red currant, licorice and toasty oak flavors that go down nice and easy.",,13,85,California,California Other,California,Chime 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chime-2012-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Chime 11.5,Sparkling,US,"In Champagne-speak, “extra dry” actually means somewhat sweet, which this bubbly is. But it's so clean and crisp, it never tastes cloying. Will be nice with wedding cake or, for more everyday occasions, popcorn.",Extra Dry,10,85,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Extra Dry (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Barefoot 14.7,Red,US,"Dark red in color this brute of a Syrah starts out with aromas that veer tropical before evolving into smoky plum and barbecue. Big in texture and tannins, it's a wine that calls for smoky, roasted meats slathered in pepper.",Canterbury Vineyard,36,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Bell 2009 Canterbury Vineyard Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2009-canterbury-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2009,Bell 15.5,Red,US,"The blend is Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Grenache. The alcohol is high, which helps balance the apparent sweetness of this wine. The result is raspberry jam.",Savant,45,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2010 Savant Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2010-savant-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,Justin 13,White,US,"Here's a Chardonnay that makes no apologies for what it is. It's simple, direct and sweet, with apricot, orange and vanilla flavors. The price is right for what you get.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,Heron 2012 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-2012-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Heron 12,White,France,"A crisp, fruity, unoaked Chardonnay. It has bright apple and fresh squeezed lime. This is very light and finishes with great acidity. Screwcap",,11,85,Loire Valley,Val de Loire,,Bernier 2012 Chardonnay (Val de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernier-2012-chardonnay-val/,Chardonnay,2012,Bernier 12,White,France,"Very herbaceous, fruity wine, right up front in its crispness and lemon and grapefruit flavors. It's all fruit, just lightly textured and ready to drink.",Le Grand Caillou,13,85,Loire Valley,Val de Loire,,Patient Cottat 2012 Le Grand Caillou Sauvignon Blanc (Val de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patient-cottat-2012-le-grand-caillou-sauvignon-blanc-val/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Patient Cottat 12.5,White,Spain,This leesy wine has a lot of vanilla on the nose and a tan color. It shows only modest intensity on the palate along with distant flavors of apple and melon. A soft finish says drink this immediately because it may not last long into 2014.,,12,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo Serantellos 2012 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-serantellos-2012-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2012,Pazo Serantellos 12.9,Red,US,"There's a core of preserved black fruit in this Merlot-dominant Bordeaux-style blend, but also notes of leafy dill and stem that add a vegetal quality. Elegant and a bit lean on the palate, it finishes with persistent, yet finely textured tannins.",Old World Blend,40,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Mattebella 2007 Old World Blend Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mattebella-2007-old-world-blend-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Mattebella 14.1,White,US,"This is a savory wine whose price makes it a decent value. It's crisp in acidity, with off-dry lemon, lime, tangerine and honey flavors. Easy to drink with almost anything that calls for a slightly sweet white wine.",Estate Grown,18,85,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 2012 Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/materra-2012-estate-grown-sauvignon-blanc-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 13.9,White,US,"Gewürz can be dry or very sweet. This bottling is right in the middle. You'll find sugary flavors of peaches, tropical fruits and honey, with the variety's famous spiciness. The alcohol is nice and low.",Estate,18,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Balletto 2012 Estate Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balletto-2012-estate-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Balletto 13.9,White,US,"A straightforward Chardonnay rich in vanilla and lemon meringue that finds its footing, teeter-tottering between crisp and oaky.",,14,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,Josh Cellars 2011 Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josh-cellars-2011-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Josh Cellars 11.6,White,Croatia,"Savory apple and lemon notes are bright and brisk on this pleasant Croatian white wine. Hints of sweet corn and vanilla custard add richness to a delicately structured palate, along with a crisp lime acidity that adds zip to the finish.",Nevina Vinograd Sv Ante,29,85,Istria,,,Saints Hills 2010 Nevina Vinograd Sv Ante White (Istria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saints-hills-2010-nevina-vinograd-sv-ante-white-istria/,White Blend,2010,Saints Hills 14.9,Red,US,"A proprietary red blend, nonvintage and nonappellation-specific beyond California, this is a soft, thin rendition of Tempranillo and friends, boasting notes of game and pepper that might do well alongside a roast chicken (or duck) coated in buttery herbs.",Vina Selecta,29,85,California,California Other,California,Riaza NV Vina Selecta Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riaza-nv-vina-selecta-tempranillo-blend-other/,Tempranillo Blend,,Riaza 13,White,US,"An aromatically pleasing wine with notes of pear, apple and petroleum jelly. It's almost frizzante in feel and drinks dry with just a touch of residual sugar (3.6 g/L) sweetening the finish.",,10,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sockeye 2012 Pinot Grigio (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sockeye-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Sockeye 13.5,White,Italy,"This Verdicchio has subdued but pretty aromas of yellow flowers and mineral. The palate is lean, revealing peach and pear but the fruit already seems evolved and lacks richness although it has a crisp finish.",Tralivio,17,85,Central Italy,Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi,,Sartarelli 2011 Tralivio (Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartarelli-2011-tralivio-italian-white-verdicchio-verdicchio-castelli-jesi/,Verdicchio,2011,Sartarelli 13.5,Red,France,"An upfront Malbec that shows bramble fruits, soft tannins and spice from wood aging. It has some richness, along with fresh acidity and a rounded, soft aftertaste. Drink now.",L'Instant Malbec,13,85,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Vincens 2011 L'Instant Malbec Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vincens-2011-linstant-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Château Vincens 14.6,Red,US,"The ripe black cherry, licorice, bacon and pepper flavors of this Syrah are wrapped into a texture that's a little harsh, especially considering the wine's age. It's not likely to improve, so drink up.",Estate,30,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Deerfield Ranch 2008 Estate Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deerfield-ranch-2008-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2008,Deerfield Ranch 11.9,White,US,"This off-dry Riesling has sufficient acidity to partially mask the sweetness. Lemon/lime fruit flavors thin out quickly, leaving some bitterness in the finish, along with a hint of bubble gum.",Les Collines Vineyard,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Garofalo 2012 Les Collines Vineyard White Riesling (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garofalo-2012-collines-vineyard-riesling-white-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,White Riesling,2012,Garofalo 13.5,Red,US,"This wine feels a bit stripped, although the earthy tannins are still quite noticeable. Herbal flavors overtake the thin red fruits, with a wash of vanilla running through the finish.",,11,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Thorny Rose 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thorny-rose-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Thorny Rose 13,White,Italy,"This blend of white native grapes from Lazio has delicate, fruity aromas of pear and apple that carry over to the palate along with an almond note. Fresh and crisp, this makes a perfect apéritif, or pair it with lightly-seasoned dishes.",Regillo,17,85,Central Italy,Frascati Superiore,,Tenuta di Pietra Porzia 2012 Regillo (Frascati Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-pietra-porzia-2012-regillo-white-frascati-superiore/,White Blend,2012,Tenuta di Pietra Porzia 15.2,Red,US,"Perfumed to reflect its contents (60% Tempranillo and 40% Grenache), this rustic red is high in acidity, smooth in texture and rich in its long finish, a play on flashy leather and tobacco over fruit.",Orellana,39,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Fair Play,Baiocchi Wines 2011 Orellana Red (Fair Play),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baiocchi-wines-2011-orellana-tempranillo-blend-sierra-foothills-fair-play/,Tempranillo Blend,2011,Baiocchi Wines 12.5,Rose,France,A pale wine with almost sugary flavors. It has a strawberry fruit character and soft acidity.,,25,83,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Patient Cottat 2012 Rosé (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patient-cottat-2012-rose-sancerre/,Rosé,2012,Patient Cottat 14.5,Red,US,"How this Cabernet-based Bordeaux blend manages to be softly delicious, yet structurally brilliant is its mystery and art. The winemaker took grapes from St. Helena, Howell Mountain, Rutherford and Yountville and blended them seamlessly. It's one of the most opulent wines of the vintage with blackberry, currant and mineral flavors set like jewels in a crown of tannins.",,200,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,The Vineyard House 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vineyard-house-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,The Vineyard House 13.5,Red,US,"This is a simple wine, soft and lush in cherry and oak flavors, with a cut of asparagus.",,12,81,California,California Other,California,Cooper Station 2011 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooper-station-2011-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2011,Cooper Station 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a wine that balances maturity with a light, fresh style. It's elegant and immediately attractive with a straight line of acidity cutting through the apple and lemon flavors. It is ready to drink now, but likely to improve for several more years. Drink through 2020.",Brut,,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 2006 Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-2006-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2006,Deutz 14.5,White,US,"Fine acidity and a bracing minerality, like a lick of cold steel on a winter day, mark this Chardonnay. It has oak notes, but they're wisely kept in the background, allowing the citrus, green apple and peach flavors to star. This beautiful wine continues the winery's string of great reserve Chardonnays, and is their best since the 2006 vintage.",Reserve,40,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Mondavi 2011 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2011-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Robert Mondavi 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Ruinart's Blanc de Blancs is structured and intensely minerally, but with a rich, full, creamy palate. It is finely balanced—elegant yet fruity—with a bright, crisp aftertaste. Drink now.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,65,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Ruinart NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruinart-nv-blanc-de-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne-180958/,Chardonnay,,Ruinart 13,Red,Portugal,"DFJ Vinhos manages this 16th century property which has produced a now mature wine. It has great balance, the berry fruits moving to secondary flavors of spice, smokiness, sweet tannins and hints of toast. It's ready to drink, but will continue to develop through 2017.",Quinta do Rocio,18,92,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Quinta do Rocio Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-quinta-rocio-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,DFJ Vinhos 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Rich and ripe, this wine shows a great balance between fresh, fragrant fruit and toasty hints of maturity. There's a soft feel on the palate, but a tangy, vibrant texture adds complexity to this very fine wine. Drink now or cellar through 2018.",Cuvée Alain Thienot Brut Millesimé,,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Thiénot 2002 Cuvée Alain Thienot Brut Millesimé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thienot-2002-cuvee-alain-brut-millesime-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,Thiénot 12,Sparkling,France,"This rich and creamy vintage wine boasts soft apples, fresh acidity and a fine, tight texture. There's just a hint of toast to round out the palate and add complexity. It could improve with age further, so drink through 2020.",Vintage Brut,75,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Piper-Heidsieck 2006 Vintage Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-heidsieck-2006-vintage-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2006,Piper-Heidsieck 11,Dessert,Canada,"Slightly amber in color, this wine brings an avalanche of mandarin orange, marmalade, honey, mango and spice notes. It's concentrated, rich and well balanced with a drawn out finish.",No. 99 Icewine,65,91,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Wayne Gretzky Estates 2012 No. 99 Icewine Vidal (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wayne-gretzky-estates-2012-no-99-icewine-other-white-vidal-niagara-peninsula/,Vidal,2012,Wayne Gretzky Estates 12,Sparkling,France,"Fermented in 225-liter barrels, this is a rich, full-flavored wine touched with hints of toast and brisk acidity. The palate is weighty, but there's a crisp, dry fruit quality on the palate. Still youthful, it's not quite integrated yet, so keep until 2016.",Cuvée 225 Millesimé Brut,90,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte 2005 Cuvée 225 Millesimé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-2005-cuvee-225-millesime-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Nicolas Feuillatte 8.5,White,Germany,"Intense minerality permeates this spätlese in shades of smoke, crushed rocks and honeycomb, accenting sweet, lush flavors of summer melon and peach. Bracing acidity reverberates on the palate, lending a shocking intensity to an otherwise delicate, dainty mouthfeel.",Herrenberg Spätlese,40,91,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2011 Herrenberg Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2011-herrenberg-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Maximin Grünhäuser 13,Red,France,"This is a delicate and perfumed wine that is so elegant. Its soft tannins offer a fine counterpoint to the red berry fruits and acidity, giving fine balance. It's fresh, full of crispness as well as depth of flavor. It will continue to improve with age, but it can also be drunk now.",Les Serpentières Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Patrick Javillier 2011 Les Serpentières Premier Cru (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patrick-javillier-2011-serpentieres-premier-cru-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2011,Patrick Javillier 14,Red,France,"This wine shows mint aromas and big black-fruit flavors. With high toast wood aging, it feels extracted, with bitter chocolate paralleling the blackberry fruits. It has considerable power and density and needs aging. Drink from 2017.",,50,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Vray Croix de Gay 2011 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vray-croix-gay-2011-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Vray Croix de Gay 8.5,White,Germany,"Orange rind and tangerine aromas are enticing introductions to this brisk, exotically spiced spätlese. The palate is sweet, with yellow peach and Meyer lemon, but accented with hints of herbs and savory spices that bring to mind delicate South Indian cuisine. A touch of lemon-pith astringency and acidity adds tightness to the finish.",Bernkasteler Graben Spätlese,28,91,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2011 Bernkasteler Graben Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2011-bernkasteler-graben-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 12.5,White,US,"Chehalem makes four different Rieslings, and this is often the best of them. Rich and complex, it's dense with grapefruit, lemon, lime, apple and flavors of wet stone. Lovely in the mouth, it lingers gracefully through the finish.",Corral Creek Vineyards,29,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Chehalem 2012 Corral Creek Vineyards Riesling (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2012-corral-creek-vineyards-riesling-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Riesling,2012,Chehalem 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a full in the mouth, forward and fruity rosé, that is all fresh acidity and lively, crisp flavors. It has a light, zesty texture and the merest hint of toastiness. Drink now or give it a year's bottle aging.",Cuvée des Ambassadeurs Brut Rosé,,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Dampierre NV Cuvée des Ambassadeurs Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dampierre-nv-cuvee-ambassadeurs-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Dampierre 14.2,White,US,"This soft Chardonnay has flavors of honey, tangerine and pineapple, with a creamy texture and a touch of oak.",,17,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Stickybeak 2011 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stickybeak-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Stickybeak 12.5,White,Spain,"Pithy citrus aromas are plump but wayward. This feels a bit flabby but holds it together for the most part. Flavors of citrus fruits, melon and green herbs are good in the most basic sense of the word.",Serres,10,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Carlos Serres 2012 Serres Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-serres-2012-serres-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2012,Carlos Serres 14,Red,Spain,"With slightly sharp, herbal red-fruit aromas, this representes the lighter side of Garnacha. In the mouth, it's choppy but fresh, while leafy flavors of plum, raspberry and peppery spice finish fiery and dry.",The Thinker,13,84,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,El Pensador 2010 The Thinker Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-pensador-2010-thinker-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2010,El Pensador 14,Red,Argentina,"A bulky, full-fruited nose is creamy and floral in character. The palate is heavy, thick and sticky, with flavors of molasses and ripe black fruits. Pepper, mint and chocolate flavors vie with big tannins on the finish.",Atrevida,25,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Manos Negras 2011 Atrevida Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manos-negras-2011-atrevida-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Manos Negras 9.5,White,Germany,"Heady violet and stone fruit aromas are swathed in fresh, green herbs on the nose of this honeyed, elegantly fruity kabinett. Brisk acidity reverberates on the palate, where sweet fruit then mixes with a long, mineral-tinged finish. Drink now through 2014 to maximize its fresh, floral exuberance.",Graacher Himmelreich Kabinett,33,91,Mosel,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2011 Graacher Himmelreich Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2011-graacher-himmelreich-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Joh. Jos. Prüm 15.4,Red,US,"So rich and ripe, it's practically a good group. Blended from Petite Verdot, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, it offers waves of cherries, pomegranates and currants, intrigued with herb, mushroom and floral notes, and finishes long and spicy. An interesting, compelling Bordeaux-style wine that's fine to drink now, and should pick up bottle complexities over the next six years.",Pickett Road Red,50,91,California,Napa,Calistoga,Kenefick Ranch 2010 Pickett Road Red Red (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenefick-ranch-2010-pickett-road-red-napa-calistoga/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Kenefick Ranch 15.5,Red,US,"Richness is the operative word with this 100% Cabernet. That's due to the exceptional ripeness, reflected in opulent blackberry, cherry and milk chocolate flavors, as well as in the high alcohol, which gives it a heady, porty heat. Not an ager, but an opulent Napa Cab to drink now.",Blueline Vineyard,125,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hourglass 2010 Blueline Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hourglass-2010-blueline-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hourglass 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A pure and fruity Chardonnay, this Champagne boasts extra complexity thanks to a tight, mineral character. On the palate, crisp, lemony acidity is striated with a steely texture that adds intensity as well as ageability to this fine wine.",Blin's Édition Limitée Blanc de Blancs Brut,65,91,Champagne,Champagne,,H. Blin NV Blin's Édition Limitée Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/h-blin-nv-blins-edition-limitee-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,H. Blin 12.7,White,US,"This block selection shows a delicate, elegant touch in this vintage, opening with pretty floral accents and continuing with light but compelling flavors of citrus and honeysuckle. There is a well-tuned bitter streak, presumably from some skin contact, and a refreshing minerality throughout.",Ridegcrest Vineyards Wind Ridge Block,29,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Chehalem 2012 Ridegcrest Vineyards Wind Ridge Block Riesling (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2012-ridegcrest-wind-ridge-block-riesling-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Riesling,2012,Chehalem 14.3,Red,US,"Rich, ripe blackberry, cherry, mocha, anise and cedar flavors mark this 100% Cabernet. The tannins are evident in a puckery astringency, but it's not too hard to drink it now with tannin-busting foods, like steak. Shows a classy, Napa-esque flashiness, although it doesn't seem to be an ager.",,110,91,California,Napa,St. Helena,Etude 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Etude 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a full and rounded Blanc de Blancs with Chardonnay fruitiness tempered by both bottle aging and the steely structure that lies in the background. An intense mineral character on the palate is balanced by apricot and brisk, fresh acidity. The bottle is ready to drink now but could improve with age as well.",Cléo Blanc de Blancs Brut,,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Esterlin NV Cléo Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esterlin-nv-cleo-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Esterlin 12,Sparkling,US,"A majority Pinot Noir (54%), this brut rosé has a healthy head of mousse followed by succulent strawberry flavor, bright acidity and a smooth finish. Dark golden-peach in color, it is layered and well-made, and a great value for the quality.",Brut Rosé Excellence,23,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Scharffenberger NV Brut Rosé Excellence Sparkling (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scharffenberger-nv-brut-rose-excellence-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sparkling Blend,,Scharffenberger 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Cuvette Brut has a beautiful floral fragrance of white and yellow flowers, baked bread and Alpine herbs. The elegantly sparkling palate delivers citrus fruit layered with sage and rosemary. The wine's creamy texture is supported by crisp acidity.",Cuvette Brut,40,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Villa 2006 Cuvette Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-2006-cuvette-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Villa 7,White,Germany,"Hints of candle wax and lemon peel add dimension to dark floral aromas on the nose of this sultry auslese. The palate is rich with sweet tangerine and nectarine flavors, yet delightfully light on the palate, with a tang of steely minerality that extends the finish.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese,,91,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2011 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2011-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. Loosen 13,Red,US,"This famous vineyard supplies the fruit for this excellent, limited selection. Ripe, well-rounded cherry fruit is highlighted with a rich mix of spice, herb and bark. The AVA's characteristic notes of cola and moist earth are there in proportion as well. A fine effort in a difficult vintage.",Temperance Hill Vineyard,68,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Adelsheim 2011 Temperance Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2011-temperance-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Adelsheim 13.5,Red,France,"A dark and dense wine, this offers richness and a good depth of flavor. Along with its concentrated black plum and damson fruits, it is also strongly structured, ripe and dense. It needs aging, so don't drink before 2018.",,33,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cossieu-Coutelin 2010 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cossieu-coutelin-2010-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Cossieu-Coutelin 12,White,Portugal,"Fruity and intense, this is a very fine Vinho Verde from the northern vineyards of the region. It is full, packed with pear, lemon meringue and grapefruit flavors, feeling rich as well as crisp. A wine like this can age, so drink until 2017.",Muros Antigos Escolha,13,91,Vinho Verde,,,Anselmo Mendes 2012 Muros Antigos Escolha White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anselmo-mendes-2012-muros-antigos-escolha-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Anselmo Mendes 13.5,Red,France,"Big, dusty tannins dominate this rich and opulent wine. With black plum and juicy red berries, it is well balanced, the acidity cutting through to point up the richness. Very ready to drink, but it will age. Drink now and until 2020.",Réserve,30,91,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Haut Selve 2009 Réserve (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-selve-2009-reserve-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Haut Selve 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a stunning sparkling wine made in the classic method, with no added dosage. It offers citrus, melon, apple, stone fruit, minerality and walnut notes. The creamy palate is supported by crisp freshness and finishes bone-dry.",Ororosso Dosaggio Zero,29,91,,Trento,,Cembra NV Ororosso Dosaggio Zero Chardonnay (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cembra-nv-ororosso-dosaggio-zero-chardonnay-trento/,Chardonnay,,Cembra 11,Dessert,Italy,"This amber-colored nectar is a quintessential dessert wine. It has heady aromas of maple syrup and dried orange slices. The palate is exceptionally smooth, with flavors of dried apricot, hazelnut and walnut, with a cinnamon accent. It's a perfect meditation wine or to pair with fruit tarts or baked peaches.",Vin San Laurentino,95,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Bossi 2004 Vin San Laurentino Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bossi-2004-vin-san-laurentino-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2004,Castello di Bossi 13,Red,Italy,"Here's an inviting Chianti Classico riserva, with an enticing fragrance of violet, rose and berry with whiffs of spice. The palate delivers a core of ripe wild cherry layered with white pepper, cinnamon and pipe tobacco. It has elegant tannins and while it's drinking nicely now, hold another few years for more complexity.",Riserva,28,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello d'Albola 2008 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalbola-2008-riserva-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2008,Castello d'Albola 14.5,Red,Italy,"Cortaccio is a great expression of Tuscan Cabernet Sauvignon. It boasts enticing aromas of black currant and cedar wood accompanied by dark berry, black pepper, tobacco and vanilla flavors with nice depth. It's already enjoyable but hold another few years for more complexity.",Cortaccio,40,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Cafaggio 2005 Cortaccio Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-cafaggio-2005-cortaccio-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Villa Cafaggio 11.5,Dessert,Canada,"A direct and appealing wine, with notes of wild strawberry, wet stone, cherry and cranberry. It's fruity and concentrated while still retaining lightness of expression. Drawn out fruit flavors linger on the finish.",Icewine,95,91,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Peller 2011 Icewine Cabernet Franc (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peller-2011-icewine-cabernet-franc-niagara-peninsula/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Peller 8.5,White,US,"Is this wine off-dry or dessert sweet? It straddles the border, with white sugar, peach, orange, vanilla and creamy flavors.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Pasorina 2012 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasorina-2012-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2012,Pasorina 14.4,Red,US,"A bit rustic and rough around the edges, but for the price, not bad. Fruity and spicy, it's the kind of wine you drink with pizza, lasagna, barbecue or just bacon rinds, and who cares if it's not subtle.",Truant Old Vine,12,84,California,California Other,California,Four Vines 2010 Truant Old Vine Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-vines-2010-truant-old-vine-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2010,Four Vines 11.5,White,France,"A crisp, clean, fruity and attractive lemony wine has just the right tangy character. It also has some softness and sweetness in its fruitiness that makes it a good apéritif. Screwcap.",The Pairing Collection Lobster & Shrimp,8,84,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Barton & Guestier 2012 The Pairing Collection Lobster & Shrimp (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2012-pairing-collection-lobster-shrimp-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2012,Barton & Guestier 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Floral red-fruit aromas become more jammy and sweet with airing. This feels fresh despite being chunky in weight, with citrusy acidity. Flavors of red plum, apple skins and blueberry finish with a green hint, raciness and red-fruit acidity.",,15,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Don Miguel Gascón 2011 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-miguel-gascon-2011-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Don Miguel Gascón 13.5,Rose,France,"A pale, simply fruity rosé, with scents of citrus and crushed vitamins. This is light to medium in body and only moderately intense in its flavors, hinting at berries, orangey citrus and chocolate on the finish.",Pomelo,11,84,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Balma Venitia 2012 Pomelo Rosé (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balma-venitia-2012-pomelo-rose-ventoux/,Rosé,2012,Balma Venitia 11,Rose,France,"Typical, light and sweet rosé, fruity with bright acidity and forward red fruits. Drink now. Screwcap.",,13,84,Loire Valley,Rosé d'Anjou,,Bougrier 2012 Rosé d'Anjou,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bougrier-2012-rose-rose-danjou/,Rosé,2012,Bougrier 14,Red,Argentina,"Dark in color, with smoky aromas of clove and toasted blackberry, this Malbec is saturated on the palate, with a grapy texture. Flavors of charred oak, burnt toast and blackberry finish peppery and stout, with a stewy aftertaste.",1300,15,84,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Andeluna 2011 1300 Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2011-1300-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2011,Andeluna 13.5,White,Spain,"Nutty, oaky aromas along with a gold-brown maderized color indicate a wine past its prime. In the mouth, there's not much fruit left but there is a whole lot of weight and resiny oak. Lead flavors of almond and walnut oil suggest Sherry more than Chardonnay.",Coleccion 125 Blanco Fermentado en Barrica,54,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Julián Chivite 2008 Coleccion 125 Blanco Fermentado en Barrica White (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-julian-chivite-2008-coleccion-125-blanco-fermentado-en-barrica-white-navarra/,White Blend,2008,Bodegas Julián Chivite 12.5,White,Spain,"Distant aromas of melon, lemon and apricot are subtle and fail to stir the pot. This feels weighty, with pithy flavors of peach, papaya and melon. On the finish, flavors of white pepper and bitterness take over.",Third Generation Dama de Toro,11,84,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Fariña 2011 Third Generation Dama de Toro Malvasia (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-farina-2011-third-generation-dama-toro-italian-white-malvasia-toro/,Malvasia,2011,Bodegas Fariña 13.9,White,US,"Similar to the winery's previous efforts, this is a soft, sweet and simple Chardonnay. The orange, apricot, vanilla and buttered toast flavors are good, but the wine lacks structure.",,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ca' Momi 2012 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-2012-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Ca' Momi 14.8,Red,US,"Some vegetal flavors accompany ripe blackberries, cherries and cola in this softly tannic, high alcohol Zinfandel. It's a robust wine to drink now.",Rocky Ridge Vineyard,35,84,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Bruliam 2011 Rocky Ridge Vineyard Zinfandel (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruliam-2011-rocky-ridge-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-rockpile/,Zinfandel,2011,Bruliam 14.5,Red,US,"Veteran chef Puck lends his name here to a quaffable wine. It's a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and several other varieties. The mouthfeel is soft with luscious flavors veering toward cherry pie. A portion of the profits goes to Alzheimer's research.",Master Lot Reserve,15,84,California,California Other,California,Wolfgang Puck 2010 Master Lot Reserve Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolfgang-puck-2010-master-lot-reserve-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,Wolfgang Puck 16,Red,US,"The 16% by volume alcohol on this Zin is high even by Wilson's standards. It gives the wine a burn that it does not wear well. The body and flavors aren't rich enough to carry the heat, the way that a proper Port can. Richly-sauced barbecue is your best bet for food pairing.",Buzz,36,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2011 Buzz Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2011-buzz-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Wilson 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"This delicious and spicy dessert wine from Montepulciano offers a fragrance of dried apricots, honey, spice and walnut. The palate delivers orange peel, ripe peach, walnut, cinnamon and maple syrup notes with a hint of lemon drop. This isn't sticky sweet, and has a fresh quality that gives it great energy.",Dolce Sinfonia,45,91,Tuscany,Vin Santo di Montepulciano,,Bindella 2008 Dolce Sinfonia (Vin Santo di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bindella-2008-dolce-sinfonia-white-vin-santo-montepulciano/,White Blend,2008,Bindella 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a full-bodied and fruity wine. It has ripe red berry fruits as well as layers of warm citrus and fresh acidity. It's the richness that shows most strongly here, from the fruit to the texture, very much a house style of Ruinart. Drink now.",Brut Rosé,75,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Ruinart NV Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruinart-nv-brut-rose-champagne-180957/,Champagne Blend,,Ruinart 15.5,Red,US,"St. Francis does many things well, but Zinfandel may be their best variety. And with this 2010, they have scored a big hit. It's extraordinarily rich and sweet in black currants, licorice, dark chocolate, plums and black pepper, yet the finish is dry. Such is the complexity that you want to keep on drinking it. The quintessential barbecue wine.",,45,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,St. Francis 2010 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2010-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,St. Francis 13,White,France,"This is a youthful, fruity wine with crisp yellow-fruit and citrus flavors, with a toastiness from wood aging. Sourced from Saint-Aubin, it has a cool, fresh feel that complements its pristine fruitiness. It's for drinking soon, but will also improve with age through 2021.",En Remilly Premier Cru,43,91,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Jean-Claude Boisset 2011 En Remilly Premier Cru (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-boisset-2011-en-remilly-premier-cru-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2011,Jean-Claude Boisset 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Rounded and ripe, this is a fine vintage Champagne. It counters weight with a bright combination of citrus and apricot fruits, along with a tangy lemon-zest texture. Despite bottle aging, it could benefit from some additional time. Drink now–2020.",Vintage,,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquart 2006 Vintage (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquart-2006-vintage-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2006,Jacquart 14.8,Red,US,"Zinfandel combines the variety's classic flavors of spices, briary wild summer blackberries and raspberries, cola and licorice with Merlot-like silky balance and elegance. While there's a wonderful sweetness, the finish is dry. An absolute steal, and relatively easy to find, with 5,000 cases produced.",Sustainably Farmed and Estate Grown,22,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2010 Sustainably Farmed and Estate Grown Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2010-sustainably-farmed-estate-grown-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Kunde 12,Sparkling,US,"This lovely Mendocino sparkler, crafted from two-thirds Chardonnay and one-third Pinot Noir, has lilting apple and honey aromas buoyed by a thick head of mousse. There is a pleasing follow-through from aroma to flavor and a core of ripe apple. Dry, soft with a long finish, this is a hard-to-resist food-friendly wine ready to pair widely.",Brut Excellence,20,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Scharffenberger NV Brut Excellence Sparkling (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scharffenberger-nv-brut-excellence-sparkling-mendocino-county-180513/,Sparkling Blend,,Scharffenberger 14,Red,US,"True to the Schug style, this is dry, earthy and less flamboyant than many of today's Cabs. But it's also elegant, and its modesty wants to support food, not overwhelm it. With its finely delineated black currants, anise, dried herbs and oak, it's a lovely wine to drink now, and should gain traction over the next 5–6 years.",Heritage Reserve,50,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 2009 Heritage Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2009-heritage-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Schug 8,Dessert,Canada,A uniquely styled wine with notes of apple cider and caramel. It's rich and creamy with a panoply of fruit flavors that come in waves and linger long after the last sip. Offers as much in feel as it does in flavor.,Icewine,65,91,British Columbia,Okanagan Valley,,Mission Hill 2011 Icewine Riesling (Okanagan Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mission-hill-2011-icewine-riesling-okanagan-valley/,Riesling,2011,Mission Hill 14.5,Red,Chile,"Rarely do you see an aged, mature, new release such as this from Chile. Aromas of balsam wood, tobacco and cedary black fruits filter into a flush, weighty palate and layered flavors of baked plum, wild berry, spice and tobacco. This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Tempranillo and Monastrell finishes earthy and dense; drink now through 2016.",Conde de Superunda,75,91,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2006 Conde de Superunda Red (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2006-conde-superunda-red-curico-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Miguel Torres 12,Sparkling,France,"A full-bodied wine made from Pinot Noir, this has richness and weight, accentuated by green-plum and lime flavors, but also an intense acidity. There's a great depth of fruit and flavor, making this a food Champagne par excellence.",Blanc de Noirs Brut,,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru NV Blanc de Noirs Brut Pinot Noir (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-nv-blanc-de-noirs-brut-pinot-noir-champagne-180921/,Pinot Noir,,Mailly Grand Cru 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Although made entirely from Chardonnay, this steely, intensely crisp wine is not labeled as a Blanc de Blancs. White fruit and concentrated citrus aromas combine with a chalky texture , yielding a wine that's structured while also bright through the finish. Drink until 2023.",Cuvée Phéérie Grand Cru Brut,,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Lamiable 2007 Cuvée Phéérie Grand Cru Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamiable-2007-cuvee-pheerie-grand-cru-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2007,Lamiable 12.5,White,France,"Still quite youthful, this wine is closed and tight, but full of potential. Flavors of citrus fruits, mango and pear are layered elegantly with wood. It's a ripe, while crisp wine that's tightly structured and powerful. Drink from 2016.",Fourchaume Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,Pascal Bouchard 2011 Fourchaume Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-bouchard-2011-fourchaume-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Pascal Bouchard 13,White,France,"Full bodied and opulent in classic Meursault style, this ripe, yellow-fruited wine is full of ripe fruits layered in wood notes. There's a sense of power and generosity throughout. It's a wine that will develop over the medium term, so drink from 2015.",Clos du Cromin,,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Patrick Javillier 2011 Clos du Cromin (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patrick-javillier-2011-clos-cromin-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2011,Patrick Javillier 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a classic Barbaresco, offering a quintessential Nebbiolo fragrance of rose, tobacco and Alpine herbs. The palate delivers wild cherry and raspberry flavors, with notes of white pepper, mint and mineral. It boasts structure, elegance and depth.",,37,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Livio Voghera 2009 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-voghera-2009-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2009,Livio Voghera 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a serious wine that shows great quality, structure and dense flavors. Packed with apple, citrus and hints of toastiness, it is rich, steely and ageworthy. The finish brings both freshness and a good depth of flavor. Drink now–2020.",No 39 Blanc de Blancs Brut,60,91,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,JCB 2006 No 39 Blanc de Blancs Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jcb-2006-no-39-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Sparkling Blend,2006,JCB 13,Red,US,"Zenith is usually one of the best of Adelsheim's single vineyard Pinot Noir portfolio, and here again it shows well. For purity, focus, precision and sheer elegance it's at the top. Plum, cassis, pepper and graphite are all in the mix. Enjoy it now or over the next 5–6 years.",Zenith Vineyard,90,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Adelsheim 2011 Zenith Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2011-zenith-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Adelsheim 14,Red,Portugal,"The estate wine from Herdade Grande is big, rich and dark in texture. It is smooth and ripe, the wood aging layering with the black plum and blackberry fruit flavors to yield a solid and dense wine. From a warm vintage, it is now maturing, although three to four years more aging will make it even deeper.",Reserva,58,91,Alentejano,,,Herdade Grande 2009 Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-grande-2009-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Herdade Grande 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Even with some bottle age, this is a ripe and fruity wine. With a good edge of toastiness, it has lost its initial freshness, while gaining a round, rich character. It has great acidity and crispness on the finish.",Blin's Édition Limitée Extra Brut Rosé,63,91,Champagne,Champagne,,H. Blin NV Blin's Édition Limitée Extra Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/h-blin-nv-blins-edition-limitee-extra-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,H. Blin 14,Red,Italy,"This outstanding Morellino di Scansano has a lovely fragrance of violet, berry and spice. The bright and delicious palate delivers a tight core of black cherry along with white pepper notes and hints of white chocolate and coffee. It has impeccable balance and finesse.",,20,91,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Fattoria Le Pupille 2011 Morellino di Scansano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-le-pupille-2011-red-morellino-scansano/,Red Blend,2011,Fattoria Le Pupille 14.9,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet, made solidly in the modern style of soft ripeness and considerable alcohol, is flamboyant in milk chocolate, blackberry jam and smoky oak flavors. For all the apparent sweetness, it finishes thoroughly dry and classy. Drink over the next 2–3 years.",,110,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Etude 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Etude 13,Red,Portugal,"Rarely used on its own, Alicante Bouschet from the cooler Lisboa region can obviously produce an impressively structured wine. Naturally juicy, the wine also has firmer tannins, damson fruit flavors and balancing acidity. Drink now, or keep until 2015.",Aluado,13,91,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2012 Aluado Alicante Bouschet (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2012-aluado-other-red-alicante-bouschet-lisboa/,Alicante Bouschet,2012,DFJ Vinhos 9.5,White,Germany,"Sweet lemon-curd aromas are laced with hints of petroleum and smoke on the nose of this brisk, sprightly spätlese. Intensely ripe stone fruit flavors dance delicately on the palate, laced with white blossoms and lemony acidity.",Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Spätlese,28,91,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2011 Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2011-brauneberger-juffer-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 13.5,White,Portugal,"Wood-aged Arinto in the right hands, as here, gives an opulently ripe wine that hints at the richness of Chardonnay. Yellow fruit, pear skin and a touch of toast are beautifully combined to give a full and complex wine that can age. Drink from 2014.",Morgado de Santa Catherina Reserva,25,91,Bucelas,,,Companhia das Quintas 2011 Morgado de Santa Catherina Reserva Arinto (Bucelas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2011-morgado-santa-catherina-reserva-portuguese-white-arinto-bucelas/,Arinto,2011,Companhia das Quintas 12,Sparkling,France,"Bright citrus-fruit flavors are rounded with warm apple and pear notes on this densely textured, fruity wine. It shows no sign of aging, with a palate that's still fresh and bright, and revealing its minerality and tight acidity slowly. Drink through 2020.",Tsarine Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Brut,90,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Chanoine 2006 Tsarine Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanoine-2006-tsarine-blanc-blancs-grand-cru-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2006,Chanoine ,White,US,"Chardonnays this rich need crisp acidity, minerality and a dry finish to balance them. That is exactly what you'll find in this beautiful example, from one of the appellation's best vineyards. It's bountiful in oranges, apricots and mangoes, with plenty of buttered toast, yet there's a mouthwatering tartness that makes you reach for another glass.",Rosella's Vineyard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Roar 2011 Rosella's Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roar-2011-rosellas-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Roar 13.3,Red,US,"This is one of the best Pinots Riverbench has produced. It's a delight to drink, with a silky, gentle texture and crisp acidity to get your mouth watering. For all the lightness of mouthfeel, the flavors are serious, suggesting raspberries and cherries with earthy notes of mushrooms, cola and herb tea. It would not be surprising if this wine was still gaining traction in 2020, but you can decant it and drink it now.",Pommard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Riverbench 2011 Pommard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverbench-2011-pommard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Riverbench 13,White,Germany,"Smoke and savory nut aromas dissipate to reveal a dramatic backdrop of rose petal and peach on the nose of this dry, full-bodied Riesling. The palate is generously textured, with a rich, creamy mouthfeel, but finishes elegantly, with a murmur of lime-pith astringency.",Kirchberg Bingen GG Erste Lage Trocken,71,92,Rheinhessen,,,Rheingraf 2011 Kirchberg Bingen GG Erste Lage Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rheingraf-2011-kirchberg-bingen-gg-erste-lage-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2011,Rheingraf 15.5,Red,US,"This is one of those wines that grows more attractive the more it airs in the glass. At first, it just impresses with ripe blackberry and cassis fruit and lots of oak. As it breathes, subtler notes emerge, lending it charm and complexity. Still, it remains quite tannic. High alcohol may limit ageability, so drink it over the next few years.",,115,92,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Pont de Chevalier 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pont-chevalier-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Pont de Chevalier 13,White,Portugal,"A smooth, creamy wine that is Burgundian in style, with its judicious use of wood and great structure. The fruits—lemon, yellow and green plum—are beautifully balanced with the tension of the minerality. This wine will develop more complexity with age; drink from 2015.",Pó de Poeira,,92,Douro,,,Poeira 2011 Pó de Poeira White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poeira-2011-po-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2011,Poeira 12,White,US,"Yet another fruit-powered, lip-smacking Riesling from Trisaetum, this brings a basket of yellow apples, tart limes, pears and a slice of pink grapefruit into perfect harmony. Leesy, textural, long and utterly refreshing, it finishes with a nice kick of bracing acidity.",Coast Range Estate Dry,24,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Trisaetum 2012 Coast Range Estate Dry Riesling (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2012-coast-range-estate-dry-riesling-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Riesling,2012,Trisaetum 11,Dessert,Canada,"Aged for four months in oak, this wine brings an explosion of complex aromas of tangerine, dried apricot, honey and a speckling of smoky oak spices. The palate is full, rich and luscious, with concentrated stone fruit flavors that linger long after the last sip.",Oak Aged Icewine Andrew Peller Signature Series,80,92,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Peller 2011 Oak Aged Icewine Andrew Peller Signature Series Vidal Blanc (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peller-2011-oak-aged-icewine-andrew-signature-series-other-white-vidal-blanc-niagara-peninsula/,Vidal Blanc,2011,Peller 7.5,White,Germany,"Rich, sweet, mouthcoating peach is accented by waxy tones of honeycomb, lanolin and spice in this delicately structured, yet powerfully fruity Riesling. It's sprightly with acidity, lingering long on the finish, with a flourish of spring blossoms. Gorgeous now, but bound to develop even more earthy richness over the next decade.",Abstberg Auslese Nr. 87,68,92,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2011 Abstberg Auslese Nr. 87 Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2011-abstberg-auslese-nr-87-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Maximin Grünhäuser 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Powerful and complex, this is solid and impressive, made from a selection of wines. It is dark, dense, full of blackberry fruit and dry tannins. The wood aging still shows in the spiciness, while the tight fruit flavors bring out the acidity. Drink this wine from 2016.",Quinta de Pancas Selecção Enólogo,16,92,Lisboa,,,Companhia das Quintas 2010 Quinta de Pancas Selecção Enólogo Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2010-quinta-de-pancas-seleccao-enologo-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2010,Companhia das Quintas 14,Red,Chile,"High-toned aromas of raspberry and plum come with herbal, olive accents that are entirely normal for Chilean Bordeaux-style blends. This feels fresh and agile on the palate, with raspberry, cherry, plum and berry flavors offset by herb, mint and tobacco notes. An elegant feel and herbal shadings define the finish on this ready-to-drink blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Malbec and Cab Franc.",D,70,92,Maule Valley,,,Casa Donoso 2009 D Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-donoso-2009-d-red-maule-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Casa Donoso 13.2,Red,US,"Demetria managed to finesse the difficult 2011 vintage, avoiding any hint of mold but still capturing a trace of mushroom that brings a brooding earthiness to the riper cherries and persimmons. With a light, silky texture and a fine cut of acidity, it's a lovely Pinot to drink now, and should hold and evolve in the bottle over the next eight years.",,45,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Demetria 2011 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Demetria 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a smooth, rich wine with a dosage that adds enough sweetness to balance creamy apple flavors marked with sharp acidity. Ripe yet elegantly balanced, it's maturing well. It can be drunk now, but a year or two of waiting will serve it well. Drink now–2016.",Cuvée Vintage Brut,,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquart 2005 Cuvée Vintage Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquart-2005-cuvee-vintage-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Jacquart 13,Red,France,"Always a popular vineyard, Beaune Grèves has produces a full, ripe, intense wine. It shows some signs of wood aging as well as rich strawberry and red plum. It's delicious already, but this full and complex wine deserves aging. Drink now –2025.",Les Grèves Premier Cru,40,92,Burgundy,Beaune,,Jean-Claude Boisset 2011 Les Grèves Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-boisset-2011-greves-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2011,Jean-Claude Boisset 15.3,Red,US,"A gorgeous wine, showing a deft hand of restraint despite evident power. Yes, the alcohol is high and heady, but the wine wears it well, so that heat is only a part of a spectrum of impressions that include refined tannins and rich layers of blackberries, blueberries, crème de cassis liqueur and toast. The finish is dry and elegant. No need to age this beauty, so drink up.",Blueline Vineyard,135,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hourglass 2010 Blueline Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hourglass-2010-blueline-vineyard-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Hourglass 11.5,Dessert,Canada,"Medium cherry in color with notes of raspberry jam, wet stone, mint and cherry. This wine is viscous in mouthfeel with sweet, focused fruit flavors that almost reach excessive but pull back just in time.",No. 99 Icewine,95,92,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Wayne Gretzky Estates 2012 No. 99 Icewine Cabernet Franc (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wayne-gretzky-estates-2012-no-99-icewine-cabernet-franc-niagara-peninsula/,Cabernet Franc,2012,Wayne Gretzky Estates 16,Red,Italy,"This delicious Amarone has both structure and finesse. It offers a fragrance of pressed iris petals along with dark, ripe fruit and spice. The silky smooth palate delivers black cherry layered with cocoa, nutmeg and black pepper along with a hint of dried fig.",Vigneti di Ravazzol,70,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Cà La Bionda 2009 Vigneti di Ravazzol (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bionda-2009-vigneti-ravazzol-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Cà La Bionda 13,White,Germany,"Hints of tropical fruit, violet and red berry make for a uniquely exuberant nose on this powerfully structured, dry Riesling. The palate pops with rich, ripe stone-fruit flavor, but finishes elegantly with notes of steel and slight grapefruit astringency.",Lorcher Schlossberg Spätlese Trocken,45,92,Rheingau,,,August Kesseler 2011 Lorcher Schlossberg Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-kesseler-2011-lorcher-schlossberg-spatlese-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2011,August Kesseler 14.5,Red,Chile,"This blend of Carmenère, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah is stellar given that 2011 was a cool year. Earthy aromas of wet clay, violet, blackberry and fresh herbs set up a balanced, ripe palate with flavors of plum, berry, mocha and vanilla. On the finish, tobacco, herbs, spice and vanilla flavors are textbook for the Alto Maipo, where this wine comes from. Drink through 2018.",,75,92,Maipo Valley,,,Antiyal 2011 Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antiyal-2011-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2011,Antiyal 14.9,Red,US,"So ripe and lush with fruit, this could only be from California. It assaults the palate with blackberries, cherries and mocha, but with an interesting, earthy green olive note. Oak adds predictable but rich notes of buttered toast. The tannins are soft enough for you to drink this lovely wine now, but you can age it for 6–8 years if you want.",Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard,135,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Knights Bridge 2010 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knights-bridge-2010-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Knights Bridge 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This cuvée prestige is rich, creamy, and full of ripe currants, peach and pineapple flavors that are finely blended and starting to showing maturity. It is full bodied, mineral and steely on the palate. A very impressive wine.",Héritage Brut,,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Jean-Noël Haton NV Héritage Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-noel-haton-nv-heritage-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Jean-Noël Haton 10,Dessert,Canada,"Harvested at 40.16 Brix and retaining a whopping 255 g/L residual sugar, this wine shows a complex medley of notes ranging from fresh baked apple pie to apricot and cinnamon. It's thick and rich in feel with stone fruit and dried orange rind flavors persisting through the long-drawn-out finish.",Gold Icewine,77,92,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Inniskillin 2007 Gold Icewine Vidal Blanc (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inniskillin-2007-gold-icewine-other-white-vidal-blanc-niagara-peninsula/,Vidal Blanc,2007,Inniskillin 12,Sparkling,France,"Sourced from an old parcel of Pinot Noir, this is a concentrated, dense wine with bold red-fruit flavors, a tight line of acidity and a dry, intense character. It hasn't lost its fruitiness and freshness, and should continue to improve till at least 2021.",Cuvée Les Meslaines Grand Cru Brut,,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Lamiable 2007 Cuvée Les Meslaines Grand Cru Brut Pinot Noir (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamiable-2007-cuvee-meslaines-grand-cru-brut-pinot-noir-champagne/,Pinot Noir,2007,Lamiable 12,Dessert,Canada,"This wine is the vinous equivalent of biting into a ripe, juicy mango that has been drizzled with honey. It's viscous and full in feel, loaded with tropical flavors that linger on the finish. Perhaps a bit one note but represents it well.",Icewine,70,92,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Stratus 2008 Icewine Riesling (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stratus-2008-icewine-riesling-niagara-peninsula/,Riesling,2008,Stratus 13,Red,US,"A fine effort in a cool year, this reserve combines the best barrels from the winery's three estate vineyards, which occupy three different sub-AVAs. Hence the Willamette Valley appellation. With excellent depth and power, it showcases a core of cherry, berry and chocolate, accented with sweet spices and a hint of fresh herb.",Estates Reserve,75,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Trisaetum 2011 Estates Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2011-estates-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Trisaetum 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a Champagne named after the Comtes de Dampierre who have been leading French aristocrats since the 13th century. Full and rounded on the palate with a rich texture, it's packed with ripe apple and crisp pear flavors. It has great style, elegance and a good touch of toasty bottle aging.",Cuvée des Ambassadeurs Premier Cru Brut,70,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Dampierre NV Cuvée des Ambassadeurs Premier Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dampierre-nv-cuvee-ambassadeurs-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Dampierre 14.1,Red,US,"After a period of volatility, Hommage, which is the winery's highest expression of Cabernet, returns to form. At the age of six years, it's soft and mellow, although still rich in tannins, with blackberry, chocolate, plum and cassis liqueur flavors that are deep and long in the finish. Made from 100% Cabernet, it's stylishly delicious now, and should develop for 6–8 years, although the softness mitigates against longterm aging.",Hommage Tenma Vineyard,100,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos Pegase 2007 Hommage Tenma Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2007-hommage-tenma-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Clos Pegase 13.9,Red,US,"The vineyard isn't well known, but it's on Pritchard Hill, near much more famous sources of Cabernet. It's a deceptive wine, so rich and flamboyant in sweet, jammy blackberries and cherries, chocolate and licorice, you want to drink the whole bottle. Yet it has the tannin-acid balance to age, possibly for a long time. Made from 100% Cab, yet produced in tiny quantities, it shows the Pritchard signature of youthful deliciousness combined with ageability.",Melanson Vineyard,145,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Castello di Amorosa 2010 Melanson Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-amorosa-2010-melanson-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Castello di Amorosa 14,Red,Italy,"Made entirely with Sangiovese and aged in large Slavonian oak casks, this is a delicious and traditionally crafted Chianti Classico, showing a classic varietal fragrance of violet, berry and tobacco. The vibrant palate delivers a tight core of wild cherry layered with black pepper and cinnamon accents. Refined and perfectly balanced.",Panzano,38,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castelli del Grevepesa 2008 Panzano (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelli-grevepesa-2008-panzano-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Castelli del Grevepesa 14,Red,Italy,"This elegant Nebbiolo has an alluring fragrance of rose petal and ripe berry while the palate delivers succulent strawberry, mint and mineral notes. Silky smooth and very fresh, drink this young to catch the softer side of Nebbiolo in all its glory.",,30,92,Piedmont,Langhe,,Cascina delle Rose 2012 Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-delle-rose-2012-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2012,Cascina delle Rose 11,White,US,"This is the medium-dry Riesling from this estate vineyard, a notch lower in alcohol than the Dry bottling, and overall a bit rounder. It carries the same excellent texture, length and mix of ripe fruits, with pears and nectarines taking center stage.",Coast Range Estate,24,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Trisaetum 2012 Coast Range Estate Riesling (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2012-coast-range-estate-riesling-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Riesling,2012,Trisaetum 14.5,Red,US,"A gorgeous wine, showing precision and control. There's perfect balance between the lush, sweet black currant, cola, leather and sandalwood flavors, fine tannins, brisk acidity and smoky oak, as well as an underlying minerality that lends structure and context. The blend is Syrah, Mourvèdre and Grenache. This is one of the best Z Threes ever. Drink now–2016.",Z Three Estate Grown and Bottled,42,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2010 Z Three Estate Grown and Bottled G-S-M (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2010-z-three-estate-grown-bottled-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,G-S-M,2010,Zaca Mesa 13,White,France,"Rounded and soft, this is a wine that is still developing. It exhibits ripe, powerful fruit flavors, but with a spicy edge. Hints of wood aging show through as the wine opens up, but it's still young, and will need time to bring out its complexity. Drink from 2016.",Les Clousots,,92,Burgundy,Meursault,,Patrick Javillier 2011 Les Clousots (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patrick-javillier-2011-clousots-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2011,Patrick Javillier 13,Red,France,"This is a structured, firm wine that's intensely tannic, but full of potential. Still brash and youthful, it's full of concentrated black-cherry and berry flavors that are unabashedly forward. The texture is dry and dense, but with age the wine should integrate. Drink from 2016.",,,92,Burgundy,Aloxe-Corton,,Patrick Javillier 2011 Aloxe-Corton,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patrick-javillier-2011-pinot-noir-aloxe-corton/,Pinot Noir,2011,Patrick Javillier 12.5,White,France,"While still young, this is a wine that's full of potential. It's weighty and rich on the palate with concentrated apple and lemon flavors, but balanced with intense acidity and a lingering touch of toast. It will need aging, so drink from 2016.",Montmains Premier Cru Les Vieilles Vignes,,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,Pascal Bouchard 2011 Montmains Premier Cru Les Vieilles Vignes (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-bouchard-2011-montmains-premier-cru-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Pascal Bouchard 13.7,White,US,"With mouthwatering acidity, a stony minerality, modest alcohol and complex peach, green apple and tropical fruit flavors, this Chardonnay shows a Burgundian approach despite its California origins. Bone dry, it has a precise, chiseled elegance.",Tinaquaic Vineyard,37,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2012 Tinaquaic Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2012-tinaquaic-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Foxen 13,White,Germany,"Smoke and crushed-stone notes lend dramatic minerality to this dry, full-bodied Riesling. The palate is juicy with grapefruit flavor, but elegantly balanced with dried savory herbs and fine, focused acidity that reverberates from start to finish.",Scharlachberg Bingen GG Erste Lage Trocken,71,92,Rheinhessen,,,Rheingraf 2011 Scharlachberg Bingen GG Erste Lage Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rheingraf-2011-scharlachberg-bingen-gg-erste-lage-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2011,Rheingraf 14.5,Red,Italy,"This delicious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot has an inviting fragrance of cedar wood, black currant and a whiff of toasted oak. The palate delivers a solid core of black cherry, raspberry, white pepper and a tobacco note along with firm but refined tannins and just enough fresh acidity. Drink 2015–2020.",Re di Renieri,40,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Renieri 2010 Re di Renieri Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2010-re-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Renieri 14.4,Red,US,"Give this wine 3–5 years in the cellar to let the parts come together. Right now, it's an unconnected mélange of sweet cherry pie, mocha, licorice, toasty oak and dusty tannins. By 2016 it should start to find its harmonious sweet spot.",Reserve,55,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2010 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2010-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Rutherford Hill 7.5,White,Germany,"Yellow freesia and sweet peach abound in this deeply floral, fruity auslese. Feather light in texture, yet deeply concentrated in flavor, it's penetratingly sweet yet finishes with a flurry of crushed minerals and lime-pith astringency.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese,57,92,Mosel,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2011 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2011-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Joh. Jos. Prüm 13.9,Red,US,"Jarvis's Tempranillo is always one of the best in California. It's wonderfully smooth and soft, with a fine grip that gives traction to the cherry, olive and cola flavors. Falls somewhere in texture between a light, silky Pinot Noir and a medium-weight Merlot, but with a distinctive style all its own.",Estate Grown Cave Fermented,90,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jarvis 2011 Estate Grown Cave Fermented Tempranillo (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-2011-estate-grown-cave-fermented-tempranillo-napa-valley/,Tempranillo,2011,Jarvis 12,Sparkling,France,"From the legendary 1996 vintage, this is a bottling that only received its dosage in 2012. It is very dry, intensely crisp and packed with acidity and minerality. Still young and fruity, it's an impressive wine that will certainly improve with age. Drink through 2022.",Vinothèque Premier Cru Brut,275,92,Champagne,Champagne,,J. Dumangin Fils 1996 Vinothèque Premier Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-dumangin-fils-1996-vinotheque-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,J. Dumangin Fils 13,White,France,"Full-bodied and rich, this wine is ripe with peach, apple and pear flavors but wonderfully integrated with acidity. Edgy texture and toasty hints of wood aging give the wine depth and complexity. Like any Grand Cru, it needs to be aged so drink from 2017.",Vaudésir Grand Cru,,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,Damien et Romain Bouchard 2011 Vaudésir Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damien-romain-bouchard-2011-vaudesir-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Damien et Romain Bouchard 13,Sparkling,US,"Dark peach in color, the aromatics on this sparkling blend of 50% Chardonnay, 42% Pinot Noir and 8% Pinot Meunier are muted, but open in time to reveal wild strawberry and green apple. With structured acidity, expect a bite on the finish. Any kind of fresh seafood, especially oysters or calamari, would pair well here.",étoile Rosé,50,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma-Napa,Domaine Chandon NV étoile Rosé Sparkling (Sonoma-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-etoile-rose-sparkling-napa-sonoma-napa/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Chandon 12.1,Rose,US,"Finally there's a great California rosé that rivals the south of France. Aussie winemaker Harry Waye has crafted this brilliant blush, proving again that Grenache makes California's best pink wine. It's dry and crisply acidic, with delicate flavors of rose petals, peaches and yellow apricots. A hint of soft, smoky cream is the result of brief aging in neutral French oak.",Estate,22,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Demetria 2012 Estate Rosé (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2012-estate-rose-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rosé,2012,Demetria 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made from organically grown grapes, this impressive sparkler is made with no sugar or liqueur added. It has an expressive fragrance of white flowers and stone fruit, while the palate offers apple, citrus and roasted almond notes along with hints of spice. It's a perfect apéritif but will also pair beauitfully with shellfish.",Nature,40,92,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Barone Pizzini 2009 Nature (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-pizzini-2009-nature-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Barone Pizzini 14.6,Red,US,"This is a big wine, clearly in need of cellaring. There's a massive core of blackberries, cherries and baking chocolate on the palate, but it's rigidly tannic, dry and acidic still. The blend is 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 15% Sangiovese, putting it in the super Tuscan category. Give it until 2017 to begin to mellow, and it could still be going strong in 2025.",La Castellana,88,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Castello di Amorosa 2009 La Castellana Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-amorosa-2009-castellana-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Castello di Amorosa 14,White,US,"Foxen's UU bottling is practically an insurance policy for great Chardonnay in any vintage. With 2012, the winery was granted a balanced, even harvest, with the resulting wine showing brisk acidity and subtle fruit and mineral flavors, touched with sweet oak. It defines a cool-climate style of Chardonnay in a most delicious way.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Block UU,34,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2012 Bien Nacido Vineyard Block UU Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2012-bien-nacido-vineyard-block-uu-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Foxen 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A powerful wine, richly structured and full of ripe fruits. It has a solid feel to it, firmly anchored to its dark tannins as well as lightened by the juicy berry flavors. A blend that includes Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, it needs serious aging, so don't drink before 2017.",Gerações Colheita Seleccionada,34,92,Alentejano,,,Herdade Grande 2010 Gerações Colheita Seleccionada Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-grande-2010-geracoes-colheita-seleccionada-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2010,Herdade Grande 13.5,Red,France,"This wine is ripe, rich and full in the mouth, like a fruit salad of red cherries, plums and berries. Yet there's a more solid side—rounded tannins support the concentrated fruits, and touches of wood aging broaden the feel of this impressive wine. Drink from 2017.",Les Feusselottes Premier Cru,72,92,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Henri de Villamont 2010 Les Feusselottes Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2010-feusselottes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2010,Henri de Villamont 13.5,Red,France,"Rich and opulent, this is a full-throated Pinot Noir. It has ripe berry flavors and a balancing acidity that supports a dense texture and underlay of firm tannins. While delicious now, this is a wine that will improve with aging so drink from 2016.",Les Chatelots Premier Cru,73,92,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Henri de Villamont 2010 Les Chatelots Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2010-chatelots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2010,Henri de Villamont 14.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a big, ripe and fruity wine. It is now maturing well into a rich, solid, complex wine. This second wine from the Mouchão estate in Alentejo is gorgeous, opulent and rich. The black fruit character is powerful, with delicious acidity and a darkly tannic character. It is still very young, so drink from 2017.",Ponte das Canas Colheita,25,92,Alentejano,,,Mouchão 2009 Ponte das Canas Colheita Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mouchao-2009-ponte-das-canas-colheita-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Mouchão 14.5,Red,France,"An interesting percentage of Cabernet Franc gives this wine a more perfumed character than is usual in many Pomerols. On the palate, the wine is rich and shows the aromatic character of the berry fruits and well integrated wood. It is young still, needing time. Drink from 2017.",,65,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Vray Croix de Gay 2010 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vray-croix-gay-2010-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Vray Croix de Gay 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a superior vintage Champagne that is just beginning to mature. Crisp white and citrus fruits are beginning to fade into mature toast and cookie flavors, but the wine maintains its zesty texture. Drink this wine now, but beware the cork is secured precariously with string that must be cut to open.",Grand Cru Family Reserve Brut,,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Dampierre 2005 Grand Cru Family Reserve Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dampierre-2005-grand-cru-family-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Dampierre 13.8,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon was grown in the well-known Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard. It's at a funny stage of development, with primary cherry and blackberry fruit starting to fade, while sage, dill, green olive and dried fruit notes are emerging. The tannins remain robust, while the acidity is just about perfect for Napa Valley. Awkward now, but with a promising future, it should emerge from the doldrums after 2017.",Clone 6,130,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Bell 2009 Clone 6 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2009-clone-6-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Bell 12.5,Red,US,"This is a new cuvée for Trisaetum, from a vineyard in the Red Hills of Dundee. It shows some old vine character in its brambly, Burgundian elegance. Light flavors of raspberry and cherry float above a bed of clay, yet there is enough muscle for the wine to extend gracefully through a lingering finish, with a lick of chocolate. Enjoy it over the next decade or more.",Wichmann Dundee Estate,55,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Trisaetum 2011 Wichmann Dundee Estate Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2011-wichmann-dundee-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Trisaetum 13.8,Red,US,"This Syrah's outstanding feature isn't the ripe blackberry, cherry, currant, cocoa and smoked meat flavors, although they are delicious. It's the balance. The tannins are lovely, the acidity is just right and the finish is spicy and complex. The wine frames the Syrah argument in California in a new way.",Block 9,48,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Terlato 2010 Block 9 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2010-block-9-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2010,Terlato 14.8,Red,US,"The alcohol on this Cabernet is fairly high, yet the wine tastes and feels dry, supple and balanced in the mouth, with tannins so smooth, they're drinkable now. The flavors offer an interesting mélange of blackberries, black currants, green olives, sage and cinnamon. This is certainly an ageable wine that will reward your patience through 2020 or so.",Alexis,75,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Swanson 2010 Alexis Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-2010-alexis-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Swanson 12,Sparkling,France,"Already mature, this is a rich and opulent wine that blends together toast and secondary-fruit aromas with fresh, lively acidity. It has weight and substantial depth and concentration. It should age well for another few years, but this impressive wine can be drunk now as well.",Les Grands Nots Millesimé Brut,,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Jeaunaux-Robin 2004 Les Grands Nots Millesimé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeaunaux-robin-2004-grands-nots-millesime-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2004,Jeaunaux-Robin 12,Sparkling,US,"Thickly moussed, Roederer's Brut, 60% Chardonnay blended with 40% Pinot Noir, aged two years on yeast is affordable and luxurious. A gorgeous, very dry sparkling wine with aromatics of honey, raisin, apple and pear, it is rich and soft and offers both depth and length. It's an ideal marriage of bright acidity and ripe fruit character.",Brut,23,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate NV Brut Sparkling (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-nv-brut-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,Roederer Estate 14.3,Red,US,"With a wine this finely constructed, the question is always ageability. There's no question about the immediate deliciousness. It's thrilling with raspberries, strawberries, orange rind and cola, and complex notes of minerals and earth. The mouthfeel is absolutely beautiful, comprised of silk and satin brightened with acidity. So should you drink it now? Yes. Will it age? For the next six years, yes.",Solomon Hills Vineyard,45,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Rusack 2011 Solomon Hills Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2011-solomon-hills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Rusack 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Aligi Sassu is a lovely sparkler without added sugar or liqueur. It offers a fragrance of white flower, lemon drop and nut. The palate delivers citrus, apple and almond flavors along with refined, persistent bubbles and a bone-dry finish.",Pas Dosé Aligi Sassu,39,92,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Majolini 2006 Pas Dosé Aligi Sassu (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/majolini-2006-pas-dose-aligi-sassu-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2006,Majolini 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a particularly good bottling of Brut Premier. Drawing on Roederer's famed reserve wines, it has a touch of toast that adds a round character to well as fresh, vivid lemon and grapefruit flavors. Drink this delicious, rich wine now.",Brut Premier,52,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer NV Brut Premier (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-nv-brut-premier-champagne-180963/,Champagne Blend,,Louis Roederer 10.5,Dessert,Canada,"An aromatic knockout with notes of peach, papaya, lychee and brown sugar. At 250 g/L of residual sugar, it's dense and rich with carmelized sugar flavors and a lengthy finish.",Reserve Icewine,30,92,Ontario,Niagara-On-The-Lake,,Pillitteri 2012 Reserve Icewine Vidal (Niagara-On-The-Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pillitteri-2012-reserve-icewine-other-white-vidal-niagara-lake/,Vidal,2012,Pillitteri 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a rich, bottle-aged wine is bright with lemon and green-apple fruitiness, but it's starting to develop secondary flavors—notes of toast, almonds and cookies—as well. It's at just the right stage of development and ready to drink now.",Brut Prestige,69,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Philippe Fontaine NV Brut Prestige (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philippe-fontaine-nv-brut-prestige-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Philippe Fontaine 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a beautiful wine showing remarkable richness and maturity. Hints of toast and bright fruits combine seamlessly to yield a full, ripe wine marked with with intense acidity. With concentration from old vines showing strongly, it's a wine that's ready to drink now.",Cuvée Marguerite Brut,60,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Vollereaux 2007 Cuvée Marguerite Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vollereaux-2007-cuvee-marguerite-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2007,Vollereaux 16,Red,Italy,"Morar is a spicy Amarone with a fragrance of raisin, baked plum, tobacco and black pepper. The palate delivers lush black cherry and raspberry flavors mingled with intense white pepper, clove and nutmeg notes. It's smooth and rich with enough freshness to make this a perfect match for seasoned cheeses or roasted red meat.",Morar,69,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Valentina Cubi 2008 Morar (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentina-cubi-2008-morar-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2008,Valentina Cubi 13.5,White,Germany,"Richly textured and unabashedly full in body, this dry Riesling is intensely ripe. Pineapple and peach flavor is accented by zesty lime peel and earthy tones of wet stone and lanolin. The midpalate is lifted by a whiff of violet perfume and bold, lemon-lime acidity envigorates the finish.",Westhofen Morstein GG Trocken,115,92,Rheinhessen,,,Wittmann 2011 Westhofen Morstein GG Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wittmann-2011-westhofen-morstein-gg-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2011,Wittmann 13,White,France,"Aromas of wood aging and ripe yellow fruits are a fine pairing for this wine that comes from the slopes above Meursault. With its textured character, apricot and peach flavors and tight acidity, this is a serious and complex wine that demands aging. Drink from 2015.",Les Tillets,,92,Burgundy,Meursault,,Patrick Javillier 2011 Les Tillets (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patrick-javillier-2011-tillets-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2011,Patrick Javillier 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an enticing Vino Nobile offering aromas of underbrush, tobacco leaf, ripe cherry and spice. The palate delivers succulent black cherry, plum, cinnamon and nutmeg along with velvety tannins. Although it shows the warmth of the vintage, it still retains elegance and class. Delicatio Wines, Golden Vines.",Messaggero,35,92,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Montemercurio 2007 Messaggero (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montemercurio-2007-messaggero-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2007,Montemercurio 12,Sparkling,France,"Now part of Jacquart Champagne, Montaudon produces sophisticated and elegant wines, as this Classe M shows. It is crisp and dry in style with citrus and grapefruit flavors dominating. but some bottle age adds texture and notes of toastiness.",Classe M,,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Montaudon NV Classe M (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaudon-nv-classe-m-champagne-180946/,Champagne Blend,,Montaudon 8,White,Germany,"Lanolin and honeycomb notes lend a minerally feel to rich, lusciously concentrated peach and tangerine flavors in this powerful yet finely structured kabinett. A hint of spritz and shocking lemon-lime acidity lead the way to a long, elegant finish.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett,27,92,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2011 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2011-wehlener-sonnenuhr-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. Loosen 13,White,Germany,"The nose of this powerfully fruity yet dry Riesling packs a punch, with aromas of ripe pineapple, apricot and floral potpourri. The palate is dense with stone fruit, and a hint of red berry flavor, but finishes elegantly with sleek mineral tones.",Ürziger Würzgarten Alte Reben GG Trocken,42,92,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2011 Ürziger Würzgarten Alte Reben GG Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2011-urziger-wurzgarten-alte-reben-gg-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. Loosen 13.5,White,France,"This big, ripe and fruity wine shows both the richness and the structure of the vintage, but never loses sight of balance. It's full of rich yellow fruits, green plums and citrus, but structured with refreshing acidity, a minerally texture and gentle hints of wood aging. Drink from 2015.",Blagny Premier Cru,66,92,Burgundy,Meursault,,Henri de Villamont 2010 Blagny Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2010-blagny-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2010,Henri de Villamont 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Very dry in style, this is a beautifully crisp, tight and taut Champagne. It has citrus and green apple flavors, and is steely in character while also fruity. It could do well with some more bottle age.",Édition Limitée Extra Brut,70,92,Champagne,Champagne,,H. Blin 2003 Édition Limitée Extra Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/h-blin-2003-edition-limitee-extra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2003,H. Blin 12,Sparkling,France,"Crisp and structured, this is an intensely mineral wine. It has great acidity and a strongly zesty, tangy character that still needs time to soften. It's bright, fruity and full of dancing freshness. It's good to go now, but keep until 2017 and it will be that much more complex.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 2007 Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-2007-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2007,Deutz 13.5,Red,US,"Dense, dark and spicy, this opens with a thicket of briar and bramble—one almost wants to say thistle—wrapped around taut, compact black fruits. There is a hint of gun metal running through the palate, and as the wine warms and slowly opens, it reveals a lingering finish with a little pat of butter left on the tongue. This should be in fine shape for at least another decade.",Evenstad Reserve,65,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Serene 2010 Evenstad Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-2010-evenstad-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Serene 13,White,US,"A marvelous Pinot Blanc, this combines aromatic hints of almond with mixed citrus fruit and rind, zippy acidity and a great wash of minerality. It cleanses and tickles the palate, lingering sensuously through a finish of surprising depth.",Stoller Vineyards,29,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Chehalem 2012 Stoller Vineyards Pinot Blanc (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2012-stoller-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Chehalem 12.5,Red,US,"Proving that exceptional wines can be (and were) made in this cool, light vintage, this estate-grown selection is both elegant and complex. Flavors of mixed wild berries, a streak of tea, a whiff of peach and compelling balance carry it through an extended finish.",Ridgecrest Vineyards,50,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Chehalem 2011 Ridgecrest Vineyards Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2011-ridgecrest-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2011,Chehalem 12,Sparkling,France,"A rich, bottled-aged wine, full of toast as well as apple and crisp grapefruit flavors, this has great balance and elegance. It's full of fruit, but structured and seamlessly integrated. It's ready to drink now, but will also improve with age. Drink until 2020.",Tzarina No 1 Brut,100,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Chanoine NV Tzarina No 1 Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanoine-nv-tzarina-no-1-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Chanoine 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"From one of Franciacorta's leading producers, Gran Cuvée Pas Operé offers an enticing fragrance of acacia flower, white flowers and beeswax. The creamy palate delivers apple, nut, spice, thyme and sage along with fine, persistent effervescence.",Gran Cuvée Pas Operé,50,92,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista 2006 Gran Cuvée Pas Operé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-2006-gran-cuvee-pas-opere-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Bellavista 14.4,Red,US,"So broadly delicious now, it hardly seems worthwhile to age this wine, but don't let it fool you. The blackberries, currants, dark chocolate, minerals and oak will only transform into something seamlessly complex with 8–10 years in the cellar. The winery's Reserve bottling has established itself as one of the most consistently fine, ageable Cabs in Napa Valley.",Reserve,75,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Whitehall Lane 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a fragrant, floral wine that also has a mature, toasty character. Bottle age has contributed biscuit and oatmeal notes, adding depth to its tight mineral acidity. It's a beautiful, delicate wine that is totally ready to drink.",Grande Sendrée Brut,,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Drappier 2005 Grande Sendrée Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drappier-2005-grande-sendree-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Drappier 8.5,White,Germany,"Brilliant and vibrant yet concentrated, with tangerine, yellow peach and honey flavors, this wine is a roller coaster of flavors and textures on the palate. Luscious sweetness is balanced by bracing acidity and a lingering saffron-kissed finish. Drinks beautifully now, but will deepen in intensity for decades to come.",Bernkasteler Lay Auslese,92,93,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2011 Bernkasteler Lay Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2011-bernkasteler-lay-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Although not one of the great Champagne vintages, 2006 has produced some attractive early-maturing wines. This fine example from Mumm shows richness, soft acidity, apple fruits and a hint of toasty maturity. Drink now or until 2017.",Le Millésimé Brut,,93,Champagne,Champagne,,G. H. Mumm 2006 Le Millésimé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-h-mumm-2006-le-millesime-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2006,G. H. Mumm 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Apart from its quite heavy bottle, this is a fine wine. It has great black plum and berry aromas that are balanced by wood aging. The tannins, direct, firm and dense, bring out the best in the juicy fruitiness and give shape. At the end, this structure, combined with acidity, promise good aging. Drink from 2016.",Marquesa de Cadaval,38,93,Tejo,,,Casa Cadaval 2010 Marquesa de Cadaval Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-cadaval-2010-marquesa-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Casa Cadaval 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Now ripe and mature, this is a full-bodied, rich and toasty wine. It is complex with flavors of white fruits, citrus and vanilla, along with a tight, mineral-laced texture. Crisp in the Lanson style and full of impressive flavors, this is a wine that is ready to drink now.",Gold Label Brut Vintage,85,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Lanson 2004 Gold Label Brut Vintage (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanson-2004-gold-label-brut-vintage-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2004,Lanson 14.5,Red,France,"This dark-hued wine is still very closed and firm. Dark chocolate and licorice flavors are prominent against a backdrop of black fruit, hinting at the wine's considerable wood aging. It does have great weight and richness, so let it develop and drink from 2017.",Cuvée Estagnol,29,93,Provence,Bandol,,La Bastide Blanche 2010 Cuvée Estagnol Mourvèdre (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bastide-blanche-2010-cuvee-estagnol-mourvedre-bandol/,Mourvèdre,2010,La Bastide Blanche 15,Red,Portugal,"Unlike the Colheita version, this can sustain high alcohol easily. That's because the black fruit is rich enough, there is a fine freshness from juicy acidity and the tannins are well managed. This is a wine to age and drink from 2017.",Reserva,50,93,Dão,,,Vinha Paz 2010 Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinha-paz-2010-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2010,Vinha Paz 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a rich, full-bodied Champagne, with hints of toast and wood flavors, balanced with a citrus acidity. There's a warm feel to this complex wine that will certainly age well.",Millésime,50,93,Champagne,Champagne,,H. Blin 2005 Millésime (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/h-blin-2005-millesime-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,H. Blin 13.5,White,France,"One of the most familiar of Puligny's Premier Crus has produced a ripe, yet very structured wine. It has intense minerality and a nervy, tight texture balanced with acidity, crisp apple and attractive wood spice. Everything is in harmony on this complex wine, promising a smooth aging . Drink from 2016.",Les Perrières Premier Cru,99,93,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Jean-Claude Boisset 2011 Les Perrières Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-boisset-2011-perrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2011,Jean-Claude Boisset 9,White,Germany,"Heady aromas of rose petal, red berry and tropical fruit lend an unusual expressiveness to this delicately framed kabinett. Dainty and dancing, the texture is almost ethereal, finishing long, with a lacy swath of berries and blossoms.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett,37,93,Mosel,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2011 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2011-wehlener-sonnenuhr-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Joh. Jos. Prüm 13.5,White,France,"This is an impressively powerful, concentrated wine. It shows its wood aging now, but those notes should integrate soon into all the ripe apricot and greengage flavors. Richly textured, this is a wine that needs aging, so don't drink before 2016.",Morgeots Premier Cru,73,93,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Henri de Villamont 2010 Morgeots Premier Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2010-morgeots-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Henri de Villamont 12.5,Sparkling,France,"With five years bottle aging, this is a wine that shows great balance, along with a blossoming maturity. The wine is dry with brisk acidity, intense minerality and a taut profile, but rich and concentrated with apple flavor. It's likely to age for several more years.",Extra Age Blanc de Blancs Brut,125,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Lanson NV Extra Age Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanson-nv-extra-age-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Lanson 11,White,US,"Lovely honeysuckle and apple blossoms lead into lush flavors of gooseberry jam, lemon curd and apple butter; the mind reels at the complexity. It's all in perfect balance, the fruit set against bracing acidity, the hint of sweetness rounding out the mouthfeel, and the whole flavor circus rolling merrily along through an extended finish.",Ribbon Ridge Estate,24,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Trisaetum 2012 Ribbon Ridge Estate Riesling (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2012-ribbon-ridge-estate-riesling-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Riesling,2012,Trisaetum 11,Dessert,Canada,"Richly aromatic, with notes of orange marmalade, apricot, honey and crème fraîche. It's thick and creamy in feel while still displaying exceptional balance, length and intensity.",Icewine,90,93,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Peller 2008 Icewine Riesling (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peller-2008-icewine-riesling-niagara-peninsula/,Riesling,2008,Peller 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is an impressive wine, full of rich fruits and a dense and firm structure. The wine, with its black berry and plum flavors, is dry and concentrated, with a powerful and complex texture that suggests a fine minerality. It definitely needs aging, so drink from 2016.",Quinta do Cardo Selecção do Enólogo,16,93,Beira Interior,,,Companhia das Quintas 2010 Quinta do Cardo Selecção do Enólogo Red (Beira Interior),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2010-quinta-cardo-seleccao-enologo-red-beira-interior/,Portuguese Red,2010,Companhia das Quintas 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Named after the daughter of the house, this wine comes from old Chardonnay vines on the Montagne de Reims. The palate is full of apple and citrus flavors, along with a rich apricot note. It has weight and richness to balance intense minerality. A deliciously full wine, it is ready to drink now but will continue to improve through 2022.",Marie-Amélie Blanc de Blancs Fleur de Vigne Brut,,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Henriet-Bazin 2008 Marie-Amélie Blanc de Blancs Fleur de Vigne Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henriet-bazin-2008-marie-amelie-blanc-blancs-fleur-vigne-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2008,Henriet-Bazin 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a serious Champagne with a rich complexity, texture and delicious fruitiness. Zesty in character, it's structured and mineral-intense wine with hints of toast and apple that will intensfiy with some bottle age. Keep for at least a year.",Grande Cuvée Brut,,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Dampierre NV Grande Cuvée Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dampierre-nv-grande-cuvee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Dampierre 9,White,Germany,"Exotic aromas of tropical fruit and honey tangerines introduce this intensely fruity yet elegantly structured spätlese. The palate is powerfully concentrated, all the while, being lifted by a spray of citrus acidity and crushed minerals. It's unabashedly sweet with fruit, yet finishes remarkably dry.",Scharzhofberger Spätlese,135,93,Mosel,,,Egon Müller 2011 Scharzhofberger Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/egon-muller-2011-scharzhofberger-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Egon Müller 14.6,Red,US,"The vineyard is in Rutherford, and this 100% Cabernet does show the dusty tannins for which the commune is known. It's also very ripe and exuberant, with tiers of black and red cherry pie, currant and oak flavors, as well as a delicious, earthy note of green olives. Forward now, but should gain in the bottle over the next 10 years.",Don Thomas Vineyard,145,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Castello di Amorosa 2010 Don Thomas Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-amorosa-2010-don-thomas-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Castello di Amorosa 12,Sparkling,France,"Poised, stylish and elegant, this is a wine that recalls a more leisured time. Pristine apple and citrus flavors combine easily and fresh on the palate. It is fruity and bright in character, while showing just a hint of the maturity that should develop in the next two years.",Amour de Deutz Millesimé Brut,,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 2005 Amour de Deutz Millesimé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-2005-amour-millesime-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Deutz 10,Dessert,Canada,"A full five years old but still with a long life ahead of it, this wine is in full blossom with notes of petrol, slate and white flowers. Harvested at 38.3 Brix and retaining 222 g/L of residual sugar, it's full of concentrated, rich apricot flavors that linger after each sip for close to a minute.",Icewine Sweet Wine,50,93,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Cave Spring 2008 Icewine Sweet Wine Riesling (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-spring-2008-icewine-sweet-wine-riesling-niagara-peninsula/,Riesling,2008,Cave Spring 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A limited edition of selected wines from São Miguel, this is a powerful statement of the rich and dense Alentejano wines. It is complex as well, its solid tannins supporting huge black-fruit flavors, balanced acidity and a final juicy, very ripe finish. Drink from 2017.",Private Collection,50,93,Alentejano,,,Herdade de São Miguel 2010 Private Collection Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-sao-miguel-2010-private-collection-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2010,Herdade de São Miguel 13,White,France,"A blend of two parcels of vines in Meursault, this is an impressive wine that's equal in quality to a Premier Cru. Full and ripe, the palate boasts flavors of apples, peaches and green plums, but maintains an elegant character throughout. Age this fine wine and drink from 2016.",Cuvée Tête de Murger,,93,Burgundy,Meursault,,Patrick Javillier 2011 Cuvée Tête de Murger (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patrick-javillier-2011-cuvee-tete-murger-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2011,Patrick Javillier 12.5,White,France,"Sourced from parcels of vines planted in the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s, this a fine, concentrated wine. It has rich structure, great maturity and complexity. Lime acidity mingles with rich white-fruit flavors, balancingdelicacy with intensity. Drink from 2016.",Fourchaume Premier Cru Vieilles Vignes,,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,Pascal Bouchard 2011 Fourchaume Premier Cru Vieilles Vignes (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-bouchard-2011-fourchaume-premier-cru-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Pascal Bouchard 13.1,Red,US,"Beautifully Burgundian, this soft, elegant and refined reserve bottling captures pretty black cherry fruit, wraps it in a wreath of sandalwood and sassafras, and lingers temptingly through an extended finish. Delicious already, it has the structure to age for a decade or longer.",Ridgecrest Vineyards Reserve,60,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Chehalem 2010 Ridgecrest Vineyards Reserve Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2010-ridgecrest-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2010,Chehalem 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Disgorged only in 2012, this is an astonishingly fresh wine. Crisp apple skin flavors dominate with only a hint of toast to suggest age. It's a delicious, bright and fruity wine that's full and ripe on the palate.",Sensation,69,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Vincent Couche 1997 Sensation (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vincent-couche-1997-sensation-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1997,Vincent Couche 12,Sparkling,US,"Gorgeous foam leads this wine, a blend of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay. Golden peach in color with a dry, savory strawberry richness and smooth texture, it is buoyed by solid acidity. Estate-grown, this is a stellar California sparkler, incredibly well-priced and versatile.",Brut Rosé,28,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-anderson-valley-180505/,Sparkling Blend,,Roederer Estate 14.8,Red,US,"This is a tight, dry, tannic wine, showing all the hallmarks of ageabiity. Winemaker Philippe Melka has done a good job of blending fruit from Yountville, Atlas Peak and St. Helena to produce a seamlessly integrated Cabernet. The mouthfeel is soft, yet with fierce tannins that frame superb blackberry, cocoa, herb, mineral and cedar flavors. This continues a string of successful Cabernets that have been modestly priced, by Napa standards. Hold until 2018, at the very least.",,60,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Parallel 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parallel-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Parallel 14.5,Red,France,"This is an opulent, rich wine that is full of black plums, powerful tannins and spice. Mourvèdre dominates the palate with its power and exotic aroma, but bright acidity guides a long finish. Still young, it needs several years to develop, so drink from 2016.",,26,93,Provence,Bandol,,La Bastide Blanche 2010 Mourvèdre (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bastide-blanche-2010-mourvedre-bandol/,Mourvèdre,2010,La Bastide Blanche 12.5,Red,France,"While soft and opulent initially, this wine reveals a structured, mineral character on the palate. Ripe red cherry and black plum flavors pair well with firm, dry tannins and hints of wood aging. This is an elegant wine that needs aging. Don't drink before 2017.",Les Charmes Premier Cru,140,93,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Jean-Claude Boisset 2011 Les Charmes Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-boisset-2011-charmes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2011,Jean-Claude Boisset 13.5,Red,France,"Firmly tannic still, this wine is fully ripe, rich and structured. Considerably powerful, it's full of red fruits and dark plums cut with a fine line of acidity. Finishes fresh, with sweet tannins that linger. Drink this fine wine from 2017.",,76,93,Burgundy,Corton Les Renardes,,Henri de Villamont 2010 Corton Les Renardes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2010-pinot-noir-corton-renardes/,Pinot Noir,2010,Henri de Villamont 13.5,Red,France,"This is a seriously structured, impressive wine that comes from a parcel in the center of the Clos de Vougeot. It is firm and solid—a powerhouse of richness and density—with dark tannins, ripe black fruits and tight acidity. With this kind of structure, the wine certainly needs to age, so don't drink before 2017.",,169,93,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Henri de Villamont 2010 Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2010-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2010,Henri de Villamont 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This lovely sparkling wine is made with no dosage or added sugar. It offers scents of warm, just baked bread, citrus and roasted almond. The palate offers peach, apple, citrus and a hint of walnut along with crisp, clean acidity. It's smooth, with fine bubbles and a creamy texture.",Pas Dosé Vintage,50,93,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Fratelli Berlucchi 2009 Pas Dosé Vintage (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-berlucchi-2009-pas-dose-vintage-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Fratelli Berlucchi 12.9,Red,US,"This block selection really works, showing more muscle and meat on its bones than the excellent vineyard-designated bottling. Black fruits, cassis and clean earth are flecked with cinnamon. The wine has authority and power, yet retains a sculpted, fine-tuned precision.",Ridgecrest Vineyards Wind Ridge Block,50,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Chehalem 2011 Ridgecrest Vineyards Wind Ridge Block Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2011-ridgecrest-wind-ridge-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2011,Chehalem 13.1,Red,US,"Perhaps a bit more time in barrel differentiates this from the equally-good Reserve. This is a smooth, supple, deeply-fruited wine, loaded with layers of black cherry, cola and sandalwood. Milk chocolatey tannins roll through the finish, smooth as silk, lingering and luscious.",RR Ridgecrest Vineyards,69,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Chehalem 2010 RR Ridgecrest Vineyards Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2010-rr-ridgecrest-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2010,Chehalem 14.6,Red,US,"They held this Cab back for nearly four years, but it's still pretty closed and tannic. Give it another six in the cellar, to let it begin to throw some sediment, which will let the blackberries and cherries drink sweet and pure.",,49,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Castello di Amorosa 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-amorosa-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Castello di Amorosa 14.2,Red,US,"Veteran vintner Bill Smith delivers solid and often ageworthy Pinot Noirs. With this bottling, he's succeeded again. The well-known Marimar Estate Vineyard has given him superb fruit to work with, and the resulting wine is dry, full bodied and fairly tannic, with deep, brooding cherry, cola, white chocolate and anise flavors. While it's drinkable now, it should gain bottle notes after 2018.",Marimar Estate Vineyard,48,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,W.H. Smith 2010 Marimar Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wh-smith-2010-marimar-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,W.H. Smith 14.8,Red,US,"Paso Robles-based Adelaida is better known for Rhône varieties, but they can turn out a pretty good Pinot Noir, if they can get their hands on good grapes. Now, through their Vineyard Series, they've obtained Encantada fruit, with excellent results. The wine is ripe in cherries and raspberries, yet has deeper, earthier notes of mushrooms, cola and herbs, finished with spices. It's a very fine bottle that's ready to drink now, and should develop over the next six years.",Vineyard Series La Encantada,40,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Adelaida 2011 Vineyard Series La Encantada Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2011-vineyard-series-encantada-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Adelaida 14.1,Red,US,"Demetria's Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah blend has had a good track record over the years, and what do you know, here's another fine offering. While the wine is quite dry, with a good bite of acidity, it has plenty of apparent sweetness, by way of sour raspberry candy, bacon and caramelized oak. Harder to describe is the splendid way it feels in the mouth, so silky, smooth and clean. Drink soon.",Cuvée Constantine,47,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Demetria 2010 Cuvée Constantine G-S-M (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2010-cuvee-constantine-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,G-S-M,2010,Demetria 14.8,Red,US,"Bella Luna has been Churchill's most consistently successful Pinot Noir. The 2011, low in production, is concentrated in raspberries, cherries and pomegranates, uplifted by acidity and with a sweet jacket of toasty oak. Drink now–2019.",Bella Luna Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Churchill Cellars 2011 Bella Luna Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchill-cellars-2011-bella-luna-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Churchill Cellars 14,Red,Italy,"Scavino, one of Barolo's top producers, makes this refined fined Nebbiolo from two of his Barolo vineyards in La Morra. It's fresh, floral and loaded with finesse and, thanks to six months barrel aging, also has structure.",,26,90,Piedmont,Langhe,,Paolo Scavino 2010 Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-scavino-2010-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2010,Paolo Scavino 13.5,White,Portugal,"The Vila Santa Reserva boasts wood aging as well as lush, rich fruitiness. The touch of woody spice emphasizes the green- and white-fruits that give this rounded wine a full texture. There is a plush feel that promises some aging, although the wine can be enjoyed now.",Vila Santa Branco Reserva,21,90,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2012 Vila Santa Branco Reserva White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2012-vila-santa-branco-reserva-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2012,J. Portugal Ramos 13,White,US,"This bottling by Foxen has been consistent over the years in producing a wine of great varietal purity. The 2012 vintage is a dry, crisply mouthwatering wine with gooseberry, grapefruit and peach flavors. Goat cheese comes to mind as the ideal pairing, perhaps in a salad of bitter greens and grapefruits.",7200 Vogelzang Vineyard,28,90,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Foxen 2012 7200 Vogelzang Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2012-7200-vogelzang-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Foxen 12,Sparkling,France,"The steely, mineral character of a Blanc de Blancs is resoundingly evident here. It's fresh on the palate with a crisp texture and vivacious acidity. It's so fruity, it's certainly ready to drink now, but wait a year, and it will show wonderful signs of maturity as well.",Cuvée Gustave Belon Blanc de Blancs Brut,30,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Clément NV Cuvée Gustave Belon Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-clement-nv-cuvee-gustave-belon-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Charles Clément 12,Sparkling,France,"This richly textured wine boasts incredible freshness, as well as complexity of flavor. Apple and citrus flavors show hints of development— secondary notes of toast and cookies. The acidity is still very present—a crisp reminder of its age worthiness. Drink through 2022",Brut Millesimé,46,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte 2006 Brut Millesimé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-2006-brut-millesime-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2006,Nicolas Feuillatte 14,Red,France,"An elegant wine that has some maturity, even though the tannins are still firm. It shows considerable fresh acidity, giving a fresh feel to the black currant fruits. Light spiciness adds extra interest. It's ready to drink now and until 2022.",,66,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Vray Croix de Gay 2008 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vray-croix-gay-2008-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Vray Croix de Gay 13,White,France,"This is an attractive, fruity, creamy wine that's full of rich yellow and white fruits. It's ripe and rich in feel, but the smoothness is layered with textured acidity and touches of vanilla that add complexity.",,30,90,France Other,Chignin-Bergeron,,Domaine les Cantates 2012 Roussanne (Chignin-Bergeron),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cantates-2012-roussanne-chignin-bergeron/,Roussanne,2012,Domaine les Cantates 14,Red,Portugal,"Rich, but structured and balanced, this is a wine that has delicious swathes of ripe blackberry and black plum. There is a touch of bitter extract, but this will integrate as the wine ages. The acidity goes well with the solid tannins. Drink from 2016.",Monsaraz Reserva,16,90,Alentejo,,,Cooperativa Reguengos de Monsaraz 2011 Monsaraz Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooperativa-reguengos-monsaraz-2011-monsaraz-reserva-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2011,Cooperativa Reguengos de Monsaraz 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This wine has a layered fragrance of beeswax, acacia flower and smoke. The palate offers apricot, tropical fruit and bread crust and a hint of honey. It's elegant, but also has the structure to accompany most entrees as well as cured meats and cheese.",Riserva Extra Brut Quintessence,40,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Antica Fratta 2006 Riserva Extra Brut Quintessence (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-fratta-2006-riserva-extra-brut-quintessence-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Antica Fratta 12,White,Portugal,"This is a deliciously fresh, yet also rounded and rich wine. Creamed apples and soft pears go with a lime juice crispness, resulting in a wine that is ripe, fruity and delicately acidic. Drink now.",Muros Antigos,14,90,Vinho Verde,,,Anselmo Mendes 2012 Muros Antigos White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anselmo-mendes-2012-muros-antigos-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Anselmo Mendes 13.5,White,US,"Super fragrant, with lush scents of citrus, apple and a hint of vanilla, this excellent Auxerrois pushes confidently through the palate and into a well-defined, lengthy, slightly saline finish. Unique and delicious.",Ribbon Springs Vineyard,25,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Adelsheim 2012 Ribbon Springs Vineyard Auxerrois (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2012-ribbon-springs-vineyard-other-white-auxerrois-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Auxerrois,2012,Adelsheim 14.9,Red,US,"This is a big, strong Cabernet, flooding the mouth with intensely ripe blackberry, cassis liqueur, dark chocolate and white pepper flavors. It's tannic and acidic, and the oak hasn't been integrated at all with the fruit. Everything should begin to come together by 2017.",,115,90,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Knights Bridge 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knights-bridge-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Knights Bridge 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a top-of-the-range crémant that is crisp and textured while also fruity. It has richness, laced with acidity and citrus. Fresh and full of apple flavor, it's an impressive wine that could age a year or two in bottle.",No 21 Brut,25,90,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,JCB NV No 21 Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jcb-nv-no-21-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Sparkling Blend,,JCB 14,Red,Portugal,"This is a dark and dense wine, serious with its firm tannins and solid black fruits. It has spice, blackberry and currant flavors, along with a pure line of acidity. With its firm structure, this dry, concentrated wine needs to age. Drink from 2015.",Ramos Reserva,15,90,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2012 Ramos Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2012-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2012,J. Portugal Ramos 12,White,France,"This dry white wine, made from red Malbec grapes is intensely aromatic with quince, almond and lychee notes. It's a fascinating combination that has produced a rare style of wine. Although it is dry, its perfumed character brings out ripeness on the palate.",Blanc de Noir,16,90,France Other,Vin de France,,Château de Gaudou 2012 Blanc de Noir Malbec (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaudou-2012-blanc-noir-malbec-vin/,Malbec,2012,Château de Gaudou 17,Dessert,France,"This sweet, fortified dessert wine is very Port-like. It has remarkable structure with dark tannins that encase jammy blackberry flavors. It's full bodied, but brightened with acidity. Ready to drink now, it would be an ideal after-dinner drink.",Maydie Vintage,,90,France Other,Vin de Liqueur,,Château d'Aydie 2010 Maydie Vintage Tannat (Vin de Liqueur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daydie-2010-maydie-vintage-other-red-tannat-vin-liqueur/,Tannat,2010,Château d'Aydie 14.2,Red,US,"This is an unusual blend of 70% Cabernet Franc and 30% Merlot. It's full-bodied and rich in black cherries, currants, cola, sugared coffee and cedar, with a long, spicy finish that lasts the better part of a minute. It's also tannic, and while the official alcohol reading is 14.2% by volume, feels hotter than than that. Delicious and refined, but it's hard to see it developing in the bottle, so drink over the next few years.",Reserve Seventeen Forty,56,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Daou 2011 Reserve Seventeen Forty Cabernet Franc-Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daou-2011-reserve-seventeen-forty-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-franc-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Franc-Merlot,2011,Daou 13.5,Red,Italy,"This opens with aromas of pressed violets, rose petals and spice. The savory palate delivers a core of black cherry accented with nutmeg, hints of cinnamon and a licorice note. Pair this with rich pastas, semi-aged cheeses or grilled red meats.",Riserva Castelgreve,30,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castelli del Grevepesa 2009 Riserva Castelgreve (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelli-grevepesa-2009-riserva-castelgreve-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Castelli del Grevepesa 13,Red,France,"New wood aromas are still strongly evident in this young and fruity wine. It has ripe tannins, a juicy character and attractive, forward fruitiness. The aftertaste has delicious acidity and freshness.",,28,90,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château Vieux Cardinal Lafaurie 2011 Lalande de Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vieux-cardinal-lafaurie-2011-red-lalande-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Vieux Cardinal Lafaurie 13.5,Red,France,"The wine develops slowly in the glass, closed at first and then bringing on ripe fruits and firm tannins. There is a definite dryness here, solid, textured and darkly structured. It is meant for aging, so don't drink before 2016.",Cuvée Prestige,13,90,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Tour Saint-Germain 2010 Cuvée Prestige (Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-saint-germain-2010-cuvee-prestige-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tour Saint-Germain 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Cuvée Prestige has a fragrance of toasted bread crust, apple and pear. The creamy palate has a great depth of flavors: Golden Delicious apple, lemon drop, honey and pastry. The wine finishes on an almond note.",Cuvée Prestige,40,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ca' del Bosco NV Cuvée Prestige (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-del-bosco-nv-cuvee-prestige-sparkling-franciacorta-179957/,Sparkling Blend,,Ca' del Bosco 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made only in the best vintages, Cuvée Annamaria Clementi is Ca' del Bosco's flagship wine. This sparkler offers aromas of white flower, pastry, stone fruit and a hint of oak. The palate delivers apricot, peach and candied lemon layered with subtle oak notes. The wine closes on a dry note of toasted almond.",Cuvée Annamaria Clementi,95,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ca' del Bosco 2004 Cuvée Annamaria Clementi (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bosco-2004-cuvee-annamaria-clementi-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Ca' del Bosco 13,White,France,"This is a dense and rich wine that shows both smoothness as well as an edgy mineral texture. It's weighty on the palate with ripe white and yellow fruits and a rounded, juicy character. Fruit and wood aging are still coming together, so give it some time. Drink this stylish wine from 2016.",Cuvée Signature Les Chenevottes Premier Cru,78,90,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2011 Cuvée Signature Les Chenevottes Premier Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2011-cuvee-signature-chenevottes-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2011,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 12.5,Rose,France,"A top quality rosé; fruity and textured, providing a bone dry wine that is made to be paired with food. Bright acidity is infused among raspberry and mulberry fruit flavors, adding intensity and freshness. Drink now.",Château des Muraires,20,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Bernard Magrez 2012 Château des Muraires Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-magrez-2012-chateau-muraires-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Bernard Magrez 13,Red,France,"This firmly structured, dense wine is packed with dark plum and fig fruits, laced with chocolate and tannins. It's a solid, foursquare style of wine, with acidity and fruit forming a fine partnership. Like many wines from this year, it is likely to mature quickly, so drink from 2016.",Les Charbonnières,65,90,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Jean-Claude Boisset 2011 Les Charbonnières (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-boisset-2011-charbonnieres-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2011,Jean-Claude Boisset 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Situated on the Montagne de Reims, Henriet-Bazin makes a very traditional style of Champagne. This wine, with some bottle age, has mature fruit and baked-apple flavors. Ripe and full, one can sense that older reserve wines have been used in the blend. Ready to drink now.",Sélection de Parcelles Premier Cru Brut,,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Henriet-Bazin NV Sélection de Parcelles Premier Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henriet-bazin-nv-selection-parcelles-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Henriet-Bazin 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This opens with a fragrance of white flowers, hints of vanilla and oak. The palate delivers pineapple and lemon peel flavors and a note of cream pastry, along with well integrated oak. The wine has a soft texture and a small, persistent bead. Pair this with shellfish.",Millesimato Arcadia,42,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Lantieri de Paratico 2009 Millesimato Arcadia (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantieri-paratico-2009-millesimato-arcadia-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Lantieri de Paratico 14.5,Red,US,"So insanely rich and ripe, it's practically a food group in itself. Floods the mouth with blackberry and cherry jam, cassis liqueur, milk chocolate and sweet oak flavors, in a texture that's soft and creamy. It's almost too much of a good thing, and would benefit from a little restraint.",Bucephalus,150,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Black Stallion 2009 Bucephalus Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-stallion-2009-bucephalus-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Black Stallion 12,Dessert,Italy,"This rich, amber colored dessert wine from Tuscany offers aromas of dried figs, nutmeg, clove sage and balsamic notes. The dense palate delivers maple syrup, candied fruit, dried apricots, honey and spice. It's concentrated and smooth with great length.",Occhio di Pernice Dolce Sinfonia,75,90,Tuscany,Vin Santo di Montepulciano,,Bindella 2004 Occhio di Pernice Dolce Sinfonia (Vin Santo di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bindella-2004-occhio-pernice-dolce-sinfonia-red-vin-santo-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2004,Bindella 13.5,Red,France,"A finely made wine, full of firm tannins and rich fruit. Structured and dark, it has weight, black fruit and great potential. With wood aging smoothing the bold fruit, it can be drunk soon, but will age well. Drink from 2014.",,29,90,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Laffitte Laujac 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laffitte-laujac-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Laffitte Laujac 12.5,Red,US,"A light, ethereal wine akin to Gamay Noir, made in an easy-to-consume-often style, with beautiful aromatics of just-ripe cherry and raspberry and a rose garden in bloom. Juicy and soft, the wine is balanced and appealing in every way and makes for a fun introduction to a rare grape in California.",,24,90,California,North Coast,Solano County Green Valley,Broc Cellars 2012 Valdiguié (Solano County Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broc-cellars-2012-other-red-valdiguie-north-coast-solano-county-green-valley/,Valdiguié,2012,Broc Cellars 11,Sparkling,Portugal,"This is a beautifully fresh wine, very clean and crisp. It has a lemon zest and crisp apple character that cuts through the tangy texture. Bright and light, it's fruity and very ready to drink.",Bruto,,90,Tejo,,,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima NV Bruto Sparkling (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-lagoalva-cima-nv-bruto-sparkling-tejo/,Sparkling Blend,,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 12.5,White,France,"The steep slope of Beauroy produces ripe grapes, but also wines that maintain intense minerality and structure. The Chablis is tight, nervy, and still young, but exhibits bright lemon and peach flavors touched with honey. Cellar this serious wine, and drink from 2015.",Beauroy Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,Pascal Bouchard 2011 Beauroy Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-bouchard-2011-beauroy-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Pascal Bouchard 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a smooth, wood aged wine that comes from the Mouchão estate. It has rich red fruits, finely integrated tannins and a solid structure. It has an open, generous feel to it, given shape and aging potential by the dry core and fruity acidity. Drink from 2015.",Dom Rafael Tinto,14,90,Alentejo,,,Mouchão 2010 Dom Rafael Tinto Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mouchao-2010-dom-rafael-tinto-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Mouchão 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Solid and structured, this is a rich, darkly tannic wine. It's not all structure, with the ripe black plum and berry fruits giving weight to the palate and smoothing the structure. The end is spicy, tannic, dense and worth aging. Drink from 2015.",Herdade da Pimenta,17.50,90,Alentejano,,,Herdade de São Miguel 2011 Herdade da Pimenta Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-sao-miguel-2011-pimenta-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2011,Herdade de São Miguel 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This brut has a lovely fragrance of tropical fruit, peach and a whiff of vanilla. The elegantly sparkling palate shows apple, pear and citrus flavors, plus sage and other Mediterranean herbs. Pair this with light first courses and fresh seafood.",Brut,31,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Majolini NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/majolini-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-179924/,Sparkling Blend,,Majolini 14.5,Red,US,"With rich, ripe black and red cherry, mocha, cinnamon and sweet oak flavors, wrapped into a smooth, silky texture, this Merlot is a good followup to the winery's 2008 vintage. Drink it soon with a nice char-broiled steak.",,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Madorom 2009 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madorom-2009-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,Madorom 13.5,White,US,"White seems to be the new black when it comes to Oregon Pinot Noir, as more and more winemakers give it a spin. This is one of the better ones, at a very modest price, mixing sweet grass and fresh pear and stone fruits. It would be difficult to identify it as Pinot Noir in a blind tasting of mixed whites, but that's not the point, is it?",White Pinot Noir,20,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Left Coast Cellars 2012 White Pinot Noir Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/left-coast-cellars-2012-white-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,Left Coast Cellars 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This lovely brut offers a fragrance of white peach, almond and acacia flower. The palate delivers apple and citrus flavors, along with a note of bread crust. The wine is fresh and creamy with a dry finish of roasted walnut.",Brut,32,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Le Marchesine NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-marchesine-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-179919/,Sparkling Blend,,Le Marchesine 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This alluring rosé sparkler has a heady fragrance of wild flowers and pressed, white roses. The palate is focused and precise, delivering creamy strawberry, white cherry and pink grapefruit flavors, along with a fine perlage.",Rosé Millesimato,41,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Le Marchesine 2008 Rosé Millesimato (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-marchesine-2008-rose-millesimato-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Le Marchesine 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made with Sangiovese, this shows ripe berry and black pepper aromas with a whiff of tobacco leaf. The bright palate delivers a tight core of black cherry accented with mint, white pepper and a hint of cocoa. Pair this with barbecued meats and grilled vegetables.",Terra Rossa Riserva,20,90,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Tenuta di Trecciano 2010 Terra Rossa Riserva (Chianti Colli Senesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-trecciano-2010-terra-rossa-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,2010,Tenuta di Trecciano 15,Red,US,"It's easy to use the word “huge” to describe this Cabernet, which contains smaller amounts of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. It immediately takes over the palate with ripe, opulent cherry pie, blackberry tart, cassis liqueur, green olive and oak flavors. The tannins are very strong, the most powerful of Mondavi Cabernets in years. Which leads to the question of ageability. Where's this wine going? On the negative side is high alcohol, which gives it a burn. So drink it over the next 5–6 years.",Reserve,135,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Robert Mondavi 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Robert Mondavi 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This refreshing sparkling wine is made entirely from Chardonnay. It offers pear and Golden Delicious apple aromas and flavors, along with a hint of baked bread and almond notes. It's elegant, with a creamy texture and crisp acidity.",Praeclarus Cuvée Brut,29,90,,Alto Adige,,St. Pauls NV Praeclarus Cuvée Brut Chardonnay (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-pauls-nv-praeclarus-cuvee-brut-chardonnay-alto-adige/,Chardonnay,,St. Pauls 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Emozione is a lovely sparkling wine with a floral fragrance of acacia and orange blossom. The palate offers white peach and apricot flavors, along with toasted walnut notes. It's long and linear, with a refined perlage.",Brut Emozione,37,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Villa 2009 Brut Emozione (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-2009-brut-emozione-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Villa 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a beautiful, full rosé that is rich and shows a fine balance between acidity and fruitiness. This bottling is also mature with toastiness coming through, giving a softer, rounder character. There is weight, and great acidity on the finish.",Brut Rosé,65,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin NV Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-nv-brut-rose-champagne-180978/,Champagne Blend,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 6,Dessert,Germany,"Amber in color, this eiswein boasts a rich, caramelized palate full of sweet pastry, honey and baked-apple flavors. Hints of pollen and wax, along with a burst of intense orange-like acidity, add complexity to this intensely ripe, yet delicately textured wine.",Eiswein,250,90,Rheingau,,,Schloss Vollrads 2010 Eiswein Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-vollrads-2010-eiswein-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Schloss Vollrads 14.4,White,US,"Oregon Grüner is still a rarity, but deserves a place of honor in the pantheon of emerging white wine grapes grown in the Willamette Valley. Grapefruit and citrus—both flesh and rind—form the core of this tart, mineral-driven wine. Even better on the second day, it remained fresh and focused.",Ridgecrest Vineyards,24,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Chehalem 2012 Ridgecrest Vineyards Grüner Veltliner (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2012-ridgecrest-gruner-veltliner-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Chehalem 13.3,White,US,"Sourced from the Stoller vineyards, this gets a late release after aging in 38% new oak. It's soft and a bit flowery, the oak nicely integrated with flavors of spiced apple, pear and a hint of peach.",Ian's Reserve,36,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Chehalem 2010 Ian's Reserve Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2010-ians-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2010,Chehalem 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This extra brut is a quintessential Franciacorta, offering a fragrance of white and yellow flowers and a whiff of citrus. The palate delivers ripe Golden Delicious apple flavors, accented with hints of hazelnut, along with a creamy texture supported by crisp acidity.",Extra Brut,25,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Cola NV Extra Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cola-nv-extra-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Cola ,White,Germany,"Whiffs of smoke and crushed stone form a veil over concentrated peach and preserved quince in this remarkably nuanced auslese. It's sweet and juicy on the palate and accented with hints of fresh herb. Earthy flavors lend a dark, savory dimension.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese,43,90,Mosel,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2011 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2011-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 7.5,White,Germany,Layers of fresh-cut grass and herbs add freshness to sweet white-peach flavor on the palate of this exquisitely structured kabinett. Bristling acidity lends a ticklishness to the mouthfeel that lingers long on the finish.,Ürziger Würzgarten Kabinett,27,90,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2011 Ürziger Würzgarten Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2011-urziger-wurzgarten-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. Loosen 13,Sparkling,US,"Chandon's smaller production sparkler, the étoile Brut is 52% Chardonnay, 37% Pinot Noir and 11% Pinot Meunier, with most of the grapes grown in Napa and Sonoma though the wine is given a North Coast label. It has a toastiness akin to creme brûlée, a bite of yellow cider apple and almond that's quite savory and a medium finish.",étoile Brut,40,90,California,North Coast,North Coast,Domaine Chandon NV étoile Brut Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-etoile-brut-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Chandon 12,Sparkling,France,"Light and fruity this is a delicate wine that exudes fresh berry fruits and balanced acidity. It's not a totally dry wine, and it has a soft texture as well as crispness, but shows the Deutz style with an emphasis on aerial lightness.",Brut Rosé,,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz NV Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-nv-brut-rose-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Deutz 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This refined sparkling wine has a classic Franciacorta fragrance of candied fruit, almond and just a whiff of vanilla. The palate delivers ripe peach and nut flavors andd a hint of bread crust. Fine perlage and a crisp, quenching finish.",Extra Brut,67,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ferghettina 2006 Extra Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferghettina-2006-extra-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Ferghettina 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"This rich dessert nectar from Tuscany is made from a blend of Trebbiano and Malvasia grapes. It delivers typical Vin Santo aromas and flavors of maple syrup, dried apricot and candied oranges. Dense and sweet, it's a perfect match for traditional cantucci biscuits or to sip on its own after dinner.",,25,90,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti Rufina,,Fattoria di Grignano 2005 Vin Santo del Chianti Rufina,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-grignano-2005-white-vin-santo-chianti-rufina/,White Blend,2005,Fattoria di Grignano 14.5,Red,US,"Enormously rich and ripe in blackberry jam, cherry pie and chocolate flavors, this 100% varietal wine defines Napa Valley Cabernet, in the modern style. It's high in alcohol, soft despite firm tannins and sweet, with a generous overlay of toasty oak. Delicious now, although it's hard to see it going anywhere, so drink up.",,85,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Etude 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Etude 14,Red,Portugal,"A big, ripe and rich wine, whose tannins are so well integrated into the bold, black fruits. The wine has weight, concentration and dark plum flavors that are spiced from wood aging. It's a wine that is ready to drink but will age, so drink until 2019.",Casa da Passarella Abanico Reserva,22,90,Dão,,,Casa da Passarella 2010 Casa da Passarella Abanico Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-passarella-2010-abanico-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2010,Casa da Passarella 12,Sparkling,France,"This Blanc de Blancs is crisp, and minerally with a textured, chalky character. Despite hints of maturity, it still tastes youthful, fruity and fresh. Dry and elegantly structured, it finishes with a hint of toast. Drink now–2019.",Millesimé Brut,,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte 2005 Millesimé Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-2005-millesime-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2005,Nicolas Feuillatte 12,Sparkling,France,"Soft and rounded with ripe apple and pear flavors, this wine expresses the richness of the vintage. Hints of toast and cookie are changing the fruit character, making this a wine that's ready to drink while still fresh, yet starting to show good aging as well.",Palmes d'Or Vintage Brut,139,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte 2002 Palmes d'Or Vintage Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-2002-palmes-dor-vintage-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,Nicolas Feuillatte 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Brut Milledì is an elegant sparkling wine made from Chardonnay. It offers aromas of yellow spring flowers and crisp zesty citrus flavors. This has nice length, and finishes on an almond note.",Brut Milledì,60,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ferghettina 2009 Brut Milledì (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferghettina-2009-brut-milledi-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2009,Ferghettina 14.9,Red,US,"The pedigree of the vineyard shows in this Cab. It's as intensely ripe as Cabernet gets, with a massive core of blackberry jam, cassis liqueur and chocolate, enriched with sweet new oak. But it's so balanced in tannins and acidity that it never feels over-the-top. The alcohol is quite high, though, which may limit ageability.",Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard,135,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pont de Chevalier 2009 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pont-chevalier-2009-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Pont de Chevalier 14,Red,Portugal,"Called 2 Worlds because of the two different vineyards that go into the blend, this is a structured, firm wine. It has a fine balance between the acidity, the tannins and the black currant fruit. With its texture and dry core, it needs time, so drink after 2015.",2 Worlds Reserva Tinto,16,90,Tejo,,,Pinhal da Torre 2009 2 Worlds Reserva Tinto Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinhal-torre-2009-2-worlds-reserva-tinto-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,Pinhal da Torre 12,Sparkling,France,"Fruity and fragrant, this wine shows just a touch of toast suggesting it is approaching maturity. Crisp on the palate with a light twist of lemon, it boasts tight acidity and a mineral character. It's an solidly structured wine, with a fruitiness that lingers on the finish.",Millésime Brut,65,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Philippe Fontaine 2007 Millésime Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philippe-fontaine-2007-millesime-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2007,Philippe Fontaine 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Full-bodied and smooth, this wine has weight, richness and a dense, rounded texture. There's some good juiciness as well, adding dark berry fruits to the soft tannins and rounded feel of the wine. Acidity at the end brings a sense of balance. Drink from 2014.",Portas da Herdade Reserva,15,90,Alentejano,,,Companhia das Quintas 2011 Portas da Herdade Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2011-portas-herdade-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2011,Companhia das Quintas 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This offers intense aromas of acacia flower, peach blossom and apricot. The palate delivers citrus, walnut, bread crust and stone fruit flavors balanced by vibrant acidity and closes with a clean, dry finish. Perfect on its own or paired with delicately seasoned fish dishes.",Extra Brut,28,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Lantieri de Paratico NV Extra Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantieri-de-paratico-nv-extra-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-180035/,Sparkling Blend,,Lantieri de Paratico 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A rich wine with crisp apple and grapefruit flavors as well as a touch of sweetness, Lanson's non-vintage Brut always has fine acidity with just a hint of toast indicating some bottle age. It's bottled ready to drink.",Black Label Brut,50,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Lanson NV Black Label Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanson-nv-black-label-brut-champagne-179138/,Champagne Blend,,Lanson 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Extra brut means that this Champagne is drier than most brut wines, while not totally dry as in brut zéro. This Extra Brut shows remarkable crispness, but also some ripeness with its apple and grapefruit flavors. It's one of those Champagnes that needs time to breathe, so open 30 minutes before you want to drink it—the bubbles won't disappear.",Grand Cru Extra Brut,,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Lamiable NV Grand Cru Extra Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamiable-nv-grand-cru-extra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Lamiable 13.8,White,US,"One of Napa's secrets is how good its Sauvignon Blancs can be, and this wine is a great example. It's crisp and balanced, with fine acidity framing pure, bright citrus, green apple, tropical fruit and vanilla flavors that finish dry and spicy.",RJV,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert John 2012 RJV Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-john-2012-rjv-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Robert John 14,Dessert,Italy,"This rich dessert wine from northern Italy has aromas of prune and black cherries marinated in spirits. The palate delivers plum, blackberry, fig, cinnamon and black pepper with subtle notes of oak and vanilla. This would pair with desserts made with dark chocolate.",La Guardia,34,90,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Recchia 2008 La Guardia (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recchia-2008-guardia-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2008,Recchia 14,Red,France,"Mourvèdre and Grenache are blended together in this ripe and spicy wine. It has a dense, firm structure with young tannins that are balanced by red-plum flavors. Big and concentrated, it finishes with a juicy aftertaste. Drink from 2015.",Le Pont,20,90,Provence,Bandol,,Ravoire et Fils 2010 Le Pont Red (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravoire-fils-2010-le-pont-red-bandol/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Ravoire et Fils 14,Red,Portugal,"This densely structured, finely crafted wine is the latest vintage from one of the Douro's iconic brands. It has great weight and, at the same time, elegant fruits and structure that offer good aging potential. It could be drunk now, but best to wait until 2016.",Duas Quintas,30,90,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 2011 Duas Quintas Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2011-duas-quintas-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2011,Ramos-Pinto 14.4,Red,US,"This is not a typical Atlas Peak red. It's too soft, too approachable in youth for this appellation of long-lived wines. But it is immensely enjoyable for its mellow texture and lusciously ripe cherry, cola and oak flavors.",,49,90,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Rutherford Hill 2010 Merlot (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2010-merlot-napa-atlas-peak/,Merlot,2010,Rutherford Hill 14.3,Red,US,"Made from Petite Sirah, Tempranillo and Tannat, this beautiy illustrates the type of blended red wine that is putting Paso Robles on the map. It's filled with cherry pie, cola and mushroom flavors that combine rich fruit with a subtle earthiness. Don't bother to age this wine, just drink it now with mushroom risotto or a rich lamb ragout.",Unbound,46,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Daou 2011 Unbound Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daou-2011-unbound-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2011,Daou 14.5,Red,France,"While earthy on the nose, the palate bursts with huge berry flavors on this powerful wine. Bold, ripe fruit is cushioned by tannins and penetrating acidity, lending a dark feel to its structure. Drink from 2015.",Cyrano,17,90,France Other,Vin de Pays de la Méditerranée,,Château Routas 2009 Cyrano Syrah (Vin de Pays de la Méditerranée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-routas-2009-cyrano-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-mediterranee/,Syrah,2009,Château Routas 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a firmly structured, dark wine. It has black cherry and berry fruit, a solid core of tannins and tight acidity. With its dense character, there is every chance of this impressive wine aging well, yielding a more rounded wine. Drink from 2016.",Vega,9,90,Douro,,,DFJ Vinhos 2011 Vega Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2011-vega-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2011,DFJ Vinhos 14,Red,Portugal,"The full juiciness of Castelão is balanced by spice and structure from wood maturation. The result is a smooth, textured wine, firm with tannins for aging. It is rich, smoky, dry and edgy at this young stage. Drink from 2016.",Fonte do Beco,15,90,Península de Setúbal,,,DFJ Vinhos 2011 Fonte do Beco Castelão (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2011-fonte-beco-portuguese-red-castelao-peninsula-setubal/,Castelão,2011,DFJ Vinhos 14,Red,France,"Very ripe, powerful and extracted, the wine has a bitter edge, a dark and tannic structure and a dense texture. With its edge of cocoa and layers of wood over the blackberry fruits, it's a wine that will need a while before drinking. Drink from 2016.",Descombes,35,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Franc Pipeau 2010 Descombes (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-franc-pipeau-2010-descombes-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Franc Pipeau 13,Red,France,"French philosopher and writer Charles-Louis de Montesquieu once lived at the moated Château de la Brède, hence the name of this wine. It is a ripe, finely perfumed wine, with new wood and eucalyptus aromas, rich red fruits and a soft, open series of tannins. It is almost ready to drink, but the chocolate edge suggests it should be kept until 2017.",Cuvée Montesquieu,60,90,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château de la Brède 2011 Cuvée Montesquieu (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brede-2011-cuvee-montesquieu-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de la Brède 13,Red,France,An elegant wine that is given weight by its rich black fruits and style by the balance between tannins and acidity. There is a fresh character to this bright and fruity wine at this stage. Give it 4–5 years and it will begin to develop secondary aromas. Drink from 2016.,,100,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Chantelune 2011 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chantelune-2011-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Chantelune ,Red,France,"Showing the freshness of the year as much as the structure, this is a ripe wine that's full of fragrant black currants and some tight acidity. It is smooth and soft, the tannins are already integrating, so drink from 2015.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château le Prieuré 2011 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-prieure-2011-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château le Prieuré 14,Red,France,"With strong new wood aromas, this concentrated wine shows vanilla as well as black-fruit flavors. Acidity cuts the richness, giving shape to wine and focusing on the balance. With firm tannins in the background, it needs several years. Drink from 2016.",,25,90,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Haut Selve 2010 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-selve-2010-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Haut Selve 13.5,White,France,"This is a ripe, wood-aged wine that shows the richer side of Meursault. It's generous with ripe yellow fruits, but balanced and complemented by crisp acidity and hints of toastiness. A fine wine with impeccable structure, it will age well, so drink from 2015.",Cuvée Signature Le Porusot Premier Cru,85,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2011 Cuvée Signature Le Porusot Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2011-cuvee-signature-le-porusot-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2011,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 13.5,White,US,"Quite tart when it hits the lips, this is nonetheless a dense, flavorful Pinot Gris, tasting of grapefruit, sour orange, apple and green banana. It shows lots of juice and powers through the mid-palate into a fruit-driven finish.",,19,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2012 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Adelsheim 13.1,Red,US,"Spiced cranberry fruit highlights this tightly-wound young Pinot Noir. Some hard raspberry candy flavors continue through the mid-palate, with chewy acidity leading into a tight, tangy finish.",Bryan Creek Vineyard,75,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Adelsheim 2011 Bryan Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2011-bryan-creek-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2011,Adelsheim 14.3,Red,US,"The winery's 13th release of its flagship Tempranillo has notes of red fruit, savory spices and chocolaty oak accents (95% French, 20% new). The fruit flavors are soft with a velvety texture, surrounded by tightly coiled tannins and tart acidity.",Estate Grown,35,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2009 Estate Grown Tempranillo (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2009-estate-grown-tempranillo-southern-umpqua-valley/,Tempranillo,2009,Abacela 13.5,Red,France,"Still dominated by its new wood aromas, this is a fine, structured wine that is only just setting out. It has fine weight, rich blackberry fruits and dark tannins. The spicy wood still needs to integrate, so drink from 2017.",,33,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Bel-Air Ortet 2010 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bel-air-ortet-2010-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Bel-Air Ortet 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a successful off-dry Champagne emphasizing fruitiness balanced comfortably with acidity. It showscases rich creamed apple and pear alongside a deep citrus element. A great accompaniment for salads, soft cheeses and seafood.",Tsarine Demi-Sec,50,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Chanoine NV Tsarine Demi-Sec (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanoine-nv-tsarine-demi-sec-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Chanoine 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This lovely sparkling wine from northern Italy opens with a refined perlage of small, persistent bubbles. The fragrance offers hints of yellow apples and a whiff of bread crust. There is nice length and it finishes on an almond note.",Ororosso Extra Brut,24,90,,Trento,,Cembra NV Ororosso Extra Brut Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cembra-nv-ororosso-extra-brut-sparkling-trento/,Sparkling Blend,,Cembra 12,Sparkling,France,"Ripe and soft with rich apple flavor, there's a fullness to this wine. While elegant with a touch of maturity from bottle ageing, the palate is freshened a crispness and levity characteristic of the house style. It has enough weight to accompany food and is ready to drink now.",Cuvée Léonie Brut,,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Canard-Duchêne NV Cuvée Léonie Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canard-duchene-nv-cuvee-leonie-brut-champagne-180975/,Champagne Blend,,Canard-Duchêne 13.5,Red,Germany,"Pretty violet and bright green-herb notes add freshness to rich black-cherry and plum flavors in this boldly concentrated yet softly framed wine. It's delicately oaked, with brisk acidity that counters a lusciously full-bodied palate, and a flurry of soft tannins lingers on the finish.",Casteller Reitsteig Trocken,42,90,Franken,,,Castell 2009 Casteller Reitsteig Trocken Spätburgunder (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-2009-casteller-reitsteig-trocken-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-franken/,Spätburgunder,2009,Castell 14,Red,Portugal,"A big, generous wine that is full of rich berry and juicy black plum fruits. It has spice and solid tannins from both the fruit and wood aging, dense and with a good depth of flavor. The acidity and the tannins both promise aging. Drink from 2016.",Cape Roca Lighthouse,45,90,Douro,,,Casca Wines 2009 Cape Roca Lighthouse Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2009-cape-roca-lighthouse-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Casca Wines 13,Red,Chile,"Rubber and wet cement are elements of this wine's smooth bouquet. In the mouth, lifted acidity cuts through a creamy, oaky texture, while flavors of plum, raspberry, red currant, vanilla and oak finish with lactic notes and pastry flavors. In many ways this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Carmenère is like ripe, modern Bordeaux.",1810,44,90,Maule Valley,,,Casa Donoso 2011 1810 Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-donoso-2011-1810-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2011,Casa Donoso 12,Sparkling,France,"One of the most familiar of Champagnes, the Yellow Label is finely made—a fruity while structured wine. It has both fresh and fragrant fruit as well as richness, a soft, creamy texture and bright acidity. There is no sense in bottle aging here—drink this wine because of its crispness.",Yellow Label Brut,48,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin NV Yellow Label Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-nv-yellow-label-brut-champagne-180979/,Champagne Blend,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 14,Red,Portugal,"A big, ripe and spicy wine that is full of red fruit notes and gentle tannins. It is open and accessible, its fruit juiciness already a pleasure to taste. There is fresh acidity on the finish. Drink now through 2019.",Companhia das Lezírias Catapereiro Escolha,15,90,Tejo,,,Wines & Winemakers 2011 Companhia das Lezírias Catapereiro Escolha Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2011-companhia-das-lezirias-catapereiro-escolha-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2011,Wines & Winemakers 14,Red,Italy,"This Tuscan Syrah opens with aromas of black pepper, plum, blackberry and spice notes with whiffs of vanilla and toasted oak. This is a big brooding wine, with primary blueberry and blackberry flavors accompanied by clove, pepper and enveloping tannins.",Perbruno,34,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,I Giusti e Zanza 2011 Perbruno Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-giusti-e-zanza-2011-perbruno-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2011,I Giusti e Zanza 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a structured and spicy Barbera with an enticing fragrance of black fruits, white pepper and exotic spices. The palate is round and smooth, delivering a tight core of black cherry along with black pepper, cinnamon, mint and thyme. It's delicious now, but thanks to refreshing acidity will also stand the test of time. Drink now through 2020.",Vigna Martina,32,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Elio Grasso 2010 Vigna Martina (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elio-grasso-2010-vigna-martina-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2010,Elio Grasso 11.2,Dessert,US,"Intensely honeyed with flourishes of citrus, saffron and lanolin, this ice wine is a showcase for the grape's exuberantly floral, fruity personality, backed by focused lemon-lime acidity. It's dreamy on the finish, lingering long, rich and sweet on the palate.",Ice Wine,49,90,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2012 Ice Wine Vidal Blanc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hazlitt-1852-2012-ice-wine-other-white-vidal-blanc-finger-lakes/,Vidal Blanc,1852,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 15,Red,US,"This is the most balanced of the winery's many 2011 Zins. It's also half the price of the vineyard designates. With raspberry, cherry and cola flavors set in a flurry of spices, it doesn't have the massive overripeness of the others. But that's exactly why it's a more appealing and food-friendly wine.",Westside,19,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2011 Westside Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2011-westside-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2011,Peachy Canyon 13,Red,France,"This is a ripe, full and fruity wine that is typical Savigny with its warm red fruits and gentle tannins. It's a rounded, already attractive wine that's full of strawberry and bilberry flavors. It can be drunk now– 2019.",Patrick Javillier,,90,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Patrick Javillier 2011 Patrick Javillier (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patrick-javillier-2011-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2011,Patrick Javillier 13.2,Rose,US,"This is the finest of the winery's three new rosés, and kudos to them for specializing in blush. The vineyard is in the Green Valley, and the wine shows long hangtime raspberry and cherry fruit, brightened with crisp acidity. It all leads to a dry, spicy finish, and the alcohol is a refreshingly low 13.2% by volume.",Dellinger Vineyard Rosé of Pinot Noir,25,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ousterhout 2012 Dellinger Vineyard Rosé of Pinot Noir Rosé (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ousterhout-2012-dellinger-vineyard-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Rosé,2012,Ousterhout 13,Red,Italy,"Made with Sangiovese, Locorosso has an intense fragrance of wild cherry and underbrush accented by tobacco and spice. The palate is dense and delicious, delivering black cherry layered with carob, coffee and white pepper notes. It's already enjoyable so drink soon.",Locorosso,14,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Pratesi 2011 Locorosso Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratesi-2011-locorosso-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2011,Pratesi 14.5,Red,France,"A ripe, soft, generous wine, laden with blackberry fruits as well as spice from wood aging. Rich and full-bodied, it has power and concentration from dark tannins as well as the ripe, opulent black fruits of the vintage. Drink from 2014.",,25,90,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château Siaurac 2009 Lalande de Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-siaurac-2009-red-lalande-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Siaurac 13,Red,France,"This is an elegant, smooth wine that draws out the freshness of the vintage as much as the fruitiness. It has ripe, soft tannins, juicy red-fruit flavors and an intriguing smokiness. With acidity holding the wine in check, it should age well. Drink from 2017.",Montrevenots Premier Cru,33,90,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Jean Monnier et Fils 2011 Montrevenots Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-monnier-fils-2011-montrevenots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Jean Monnier et Fils 13.5,White,France,"Vert de l'Or is a play on words for Verdelho, grown in Anjou since 1810. It is a richly textured wine, ripe with apple, but with a spicy, steely character. Black currants linger in the background of this dry, fragrant wine. Screwcap.",Vert de l'Or,,90,France Other,Vin de Table Francais,,Domaine des Baumard 2012 Vert de l'Or Verdelho (Vin de Table Francais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2012-vert-lor-spanish-white-verdelho-vin-table-francais/,Verdelho,2012,Domaine des Baumard 13.3,Red,US,"This cuvée is billed as the “little sister” to the winery's Evenstad Reserve, and the flavors fit the title. There is a pleasing roundness and an immediate accessibility, with flavors of red fruit and light chocolate in the foreground. Brambly berries are at the core, with highlights of malted milkshake, spice and a hint of finishing citrus.",Yamhill Cuvée,45,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Serene 2010 Yamhill Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-2010-yamhill-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Serene 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Cabernet Sauvignon in the cool Lisboa region has a similarity to Bordeaux. It gives a structured, black currant flavored wine, with firm tannins, a mineral texture and serious acidity. The wine is tight and should age well. Drink from 2014.",Quinta de Pancas,15,90,Lisboa,,,Companhia das Quintas 2010 Quinta de Pancas Cabernet Sauvignon (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2010-quinta-pancas-cabernet-sauvignon-lisboa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Companhia das Quintas 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Bellavista's Gran Cuvée Brut offers a pretty floral fragrance of acacia, orange blossom and beeswax. The creamy palate delivers intense honey flavors, along with citrus and toasted almond nuances. It finishes on a crisp, dry note.",Gran Cuvée Brut,40,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista 2007 Gran Cuvée Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-2007-gran-cuvee-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Bellavista 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made from organically grown grapes, this sparkling wine offers a delicate fragrance of white flowers. The palate delivers tropical fruit, white peach, toasted almond and vanilla flavors, and a hint of oak. The frothy palate is supported by fresh acidity.",Satèn,44,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Barone Pizzini 2009 Satèn (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-pizzini-2009-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2009,Barone Pizzini 13.9,Red,US,"This Merlot is round, soft and mellow, with ripe, luscious flavors of cherry pie, mocha, honey and toasty oak, along with a hint of spice. Considering the large production of 36,000 cases and the price, it's quite an achievement.",,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2010 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2010-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Rutherford Hill 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A rare Champagne made only from red grapes, this dry wine is marked by an intense acidity that needs time to soften. At the moment, lemon flavor dominates, but with time, the crispness of fruit should round out. It's a wine that should age for many years. Drink from 2015.",Cuvée Garance Blanc de Rouges Brut Millesimé,,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Thiénot 2006 Cuvée Garance Blanc de Rouges Brut Millesimé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thienot-2006-cuvee-garance-blanc-rouges-brut-millesime-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2006,Thiénot 13.6,Red,US,"A wine strong in personality and yet restrained in taste, rich in green olives, violets and herbs, surrounded by soft tannins and earthy black pepper. Structured, age this baby for 3–7 years and the herbal character should refine in wonderful ways, the texture only get softer.",Small-Lot Offering Ghielmetti Vineyard,50,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2010 Small-Lot Offering Ghielmetti Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2010-small-lot-offering-ghielmetti-vineyard-cabernet-franc-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Steven Kent 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This rich sparkling wine from northern Italy offers a layered fragrance of apple, nut and just-baked bread. The palate is smooth and creamy but weightless, with delicate and crisp bubbles.",Riserva Comitissa Brut,25,90,,Alto Adige,,Lorenz Martini 2008 Riserva Comitissa Brut White (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorenz-martini-2008-riserva-comitissa-brut-white-alto-adige/,White Blend,2008,Lorenz Martini 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkling wine has a fragrance of honey, almond and banana peel. The palate is a bit evolved, but shows ripe yellow apple, white chocolate, flint and pastry notes. It has an elegant perlage and closes on an almond note.",Comitissa Glod Gran Riserva,60,90,,Alto Adige,,Lorenz Martini 2002 Comitissa Glod Gran Riserva Sparkling (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorenz-martini-2002-comitissa-glod-gran-riserva-sparkling-alto-adige/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Lorenz Martini 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This crisp, delicate Blanc de Blancs is full of white fruit, but steely and citrusy on the palate. Taut, tight and complex with a layered acidity, this is a nervy, textured wine. Although it is ready to drink now, a few more months in the bottle will make it even better.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Jean-Noël Haton NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-noel-haton-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Jean-Noël Haton 13.5,White,US,"From the oldest Chenin Blanc vines in the Dry Creek Valley, winemaker Leo Hansen crafts a dry, floral white with textured character and nuanced acidity that's garnished with layers of apple, herb and pear, and just a suggestion of tropical flourish on the finish.",Saini Farms,18,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Leo Steen Wines 2011 Saini Farms Chenin Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leo-steen-wines-2011-saini-farms-chenin-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Leo Steen Wines 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Dry and crisp, this is a delicious rosé that has both ripe fruit and a tight line of acidity. Its red fruits are laced with fresh citrus character and an underlying touch of toast. This is a bottling that can improve with age, but is great now.",Rose Label Brut Rosé,65,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Lanson NV Rose Label Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanson-nv-rose-label-brut-rose-champagne-181094/,Champagne Blend,,Lanson 13,White,US,"This vintage marks a big step forward for this Oregon Sauvignon Blanc. As fresh and racy as a bright young Quincy from the Loire, this sappy Sauvignon has the snap of natural acidity and a tongue-tingling mix of melon, lime and grapefruit on the palate. It's drinking beautifully right now while at its most fresh.",Blue Eye,20,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Kandarian 2012 Blue Eye Sauvignon Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kandarian-2012-blue-eye-sauvignon-blanc-willamette-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Kandarian 11.5,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a delicious dessert wine made with dried Moscato grapes. It has an intense fragrance of orange blossoms, citrus and herbs. The dense palate delivers honey, lemon drop, sage and mint. Pair this with cream-filled pastries or fruit tarts.",Dindarello,22,90,Veneto,Veneto,,Maculan 2012 Dindarello Moscato (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maculan-2012-dindarello-muscat-moscato-veneto/,Moscato,2012,Maculan 9,White,Germany,"There's so much sweet guava and mango in this juicy, intensely tropical Riesling, it's hard to believe it's labeled kabinett. Striking tangerine acidity lends vibe to the concentrated, superripe palate, leading to a long, fruit-kissed finish.",Abstberg Kabinett,32,90,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2011 Abstberg Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2011-abstberg-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Maximin Grünhäuser 13.5,Red,Italy,"This delicious Dolcetto d'Alba has ripe berry and spice aromas. The palate delivers strawberry black pepper and licorice with a hint of almond. Soft and fresh with a silky texture, this is perfect to pair with cured meats or savory pasta dishes.",,20,90,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Massolino 2012 Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massolino-2012-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2012,Massolino 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Here is a solid, while also elegant, wine. It has rich berry and plum flavors, dark tannins and ample acidity. Already well integrated, these form a full, stylish wine that shows good potential. Drink this concentrated wine from 2017.",Reserva,20,90,Tejo,,,Terra Silvestre 2010 Reserva Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-silvestre-2010-reserva-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Terra Silvestre 14.5,Red,Chile,"Graphite, molasses, foresty notes and briny leather are the prime aromas on this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Carmenère and Petit Verdot. The mouthfeel is layered and fairly deep, with a firm structure and strong tannins. Roasted black-fruit flavors come with pepper and toast, while the finish offers even more pepper, olive and tobacco notes.",Gran Corte,35,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Luz 2009 Gran Corte Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-luz-2009-gran-corte-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Santa Luz 14,Red,Chile,"This is a bullish blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon with Carmenère and Cab Franc. Aromas of horse hide, mint, baked berries and vanilla lead to a live-wire palate with scratchy tannins and staunch acidity. Flavors of baked berry, cassis, vanilla and herbs finish peppery and lightly herbal. Drink through 2018.",Catalina,75,90,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Ema 2009 Catalina Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2009-catalina-red-cachapoal-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Santa Ema 12.5,Sparkling,France,"As labeled, this zero-dosage wine is bone dry. But because Vincent Couche has vineyards in the warm, southern region of Champagne, even his very dry wines have a richness and surprising softness. This crisp wine is also rounded, with a touch of toast from bottle age adding complexity.",Dosage Zéro,48,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Vincent Couche NV Dosage Zéro (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vincent-couche-nv-dosage-zero-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Vincent Couche 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This lovely sparkling wine is made entirely from Chardonnay. It offers white peach, citrus and almond notes, a creamy texture, crisp acidity and a bone-dry finish.",Numerozero Dosaggio Zero,29,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Villa Crespia NV Numerozero Dosaggio Zero (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-crespia-nv-numerozero-dosaggio-zero-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Villa Crespia 14.5,Red,US,"This is the definition of a lovely Russian River Pinot that's ready to drink soon. It's silky in the mouth, with light tannins and brisk acidity framing savory flavors of raspberries, cola and toast. A rich streak of mushroomy earthiness adds to the attraction.",Black Label,56,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Roadhouse Winery 2011 Black Label Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roadhouse-winery-2011-black-label-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Roadhouse Winery 14.2,Red,US,"This well-aged release, from one of Oregon's premier vineyards, is soft and approachable, well-rounded with lovely plum and black cherry fruit holding down the center. Barrel aging adds baking spices to liven up the finish.",Temperance Hill Vineyard,34,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Lumos 2009 Temperance Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lumos-2009-temperance-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lumos 13,White,Portugal,"This is a delicious wine, where the richness of Chardonnay dominates the fresher character of Arinto, resulting in a creamy, full-textured wine with touches of vanilla and ripe yellow fruits. It's well balanced, with the ripe acidity showing well at the end.",Margarides,13,90,Tejo,,,Quinta do Casal Monteiro 2012 Margarides White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-casal-monteiro-2012-margarides-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2012,Quinta do Casal Monteiro 14.3,Red,US,"You can taste the California sun in every sip of this rich, forward Cab Franc. It oozes ripe raspberries and cherries, drizzled with milk chocolate and sprinkled with toasted star anise and vanilla. Fortunately, a good structure of tannins and acidity provides needed balance. Drink now–2015.",Estate,65,90,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Robinson Family Vineyards 2010 Estate Cabernet Franc (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robinson-family-2010-estate-cabernet-franc-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Robinson Family Vineyards 13,White,Germany,"Exotic spice notes accent ripe yellow-peach and apricot aromas on the nose of this briskly composed, dry Riesling. The palate is intensely mineral, with layers of wet stones and crushed earth that lend a savoriness to delicate fruit and floral flavors. Finishes long, with a note of lime zest.",Kiedrich Turmberg Trocken,50,90,Rheingau,,,Robert Weil 2011 Kiedrich Turmberg Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-weil-2011-kiedrich-turmberg-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2011,Robert Weil 15.5,Red,Italy,"This delicious Ripasso has a spicy fragrance of black pepper and tobacco leaf layered with black fruit aromas. The rich and concentrated palate delivers dense plum and black cherry along with cinnamon, clove and white pepper notes. Pair this with aged cheeses or cured meats.",,36,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Prà 2011 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pra-2011-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Prà 12,Sparkling,France,"Deliciously crisp and dry, this is a forward and fruity rosé, made from Pinot Noir, with a particularly fine depth of flavor. It has a ripe wild-strawberry character along with citrus freshness and a tight mineral structure. It can be drunk now, but should also improve over the next few months.",Premier Cru Brut Rosé,45,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Lelarge-Pugeot NV Premier Cru Brut Rosé Pinot Noir (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lelarge-pugeot-nv-premier-cru-brut-rose-pinot-noir-champagne/,Pinot Noir,,Lelarge-Pugeot 13.5,White,US,"This blend of Roussanne, Grenache Blanc and Viognier is, in a word, wonderful. While it's dry and crisp, with a minerally edge, it's fantastically ripe with oranges, apricots, peaches, limes and honey. So delicious, you just want to drink the whole bottle.",Z Blanc Estate Grown and Bottled,20,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2011 Z Blanc Estate Grown and Bottled White (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2011-z-blanc-estate-grown-bottled-white-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style White Blend,2011,Zaca Mesa 14.5,White,US,"This 100% varietal wine is one of the best Viognier buys in California. It's dry and crisp in acidity, with slightly oaky notes accenting ripe flavors of peaches, limes, apricots and honeydew. This would be a good buy at twice the price.",Estate Grown and Bottled,16,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2011 Estate Grown and Bottled Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2011-estate-grown-bottled-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2011,Zaca Mesa 13.5,White,France,"This is a full and creamy wine, with an abundance of fruit flavors. Notes of white pear and apricot are portrayed in this ripe and warm feeling wine. The acidity and mandarine zest notes provide crispness and structure. Drink from 2014.",,25,90,Provence,Bandol,,La Bastide Blanche 2012 White (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bastide-blanche-2012-white-blend-provence-bandol/,Provence white blend,2012,La Bastide Blanche 14,Red,Chile,"Herbal, olive-infused aromas of berry fruits and plum are restrained and typical of Chile. This feels round and nonaggressive, while roasted flavors of cassis and plum come with a hint of minty green. On the finish, bell pepper and black pepper flavors are familiar. This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Carmenère and Cab Franc shows Chilean DNA from nose to finish. Drink through 2017.",Magia Negra Ensamblaje,69,90,Maule Valley,,,Leyendas de Familia 2009 Magia Negra Ensamblaje Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyendas-familia-2009-magia-negra-ensamblaje-red-maule-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Leyendas de Familia 14.5,Red,US,"The challenges of the 2010 vintage were ample, but Longboard has succeeded with this elegant Syrah. With fruit-forward blackberry, cherry, licorice and pepper flavors, it has a smoked meat note that recommends pairing it with barbecue, game birds, or a wild mushroom risotto, especially if you can slice a little truffle onto it.",,28,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2010 Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2010,Longboard 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This beautiful Italian sparkling wine offers a floral fragrance of Spanish broom, acacia and a hint of lemon zest. The silky, frothy palate delivers white peach, citrus, apple and toasted almond notes.",Millesimato Saten Brut,26,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Monzio Compagnoni 2009 Millesimato Saten Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monzio-compagnoni-2009-millesimato-saten-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2009,Monzio Compagnoni 12,Sparkling,France,"Very tight and crisp, this is an intensely dry wine with pristine citrus and apple-skin aromas and flavors. A steely, nervy, mineral character lends the wine a distinct ageability. Drink now–2022.",Extra Brut Grande Tradition,80,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Jeaunaux-Robin NV Extra Brut Grande Tradition (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeaunaux-robin-nv-extra-brut-grande-tradition-champagne-180935/,Champagne Blend,,Jeaunaux-Robin 12.5,Red,France,"This single-vineyard wine is a showcase of ripeness—fruity and smooth with great plum and wild strawberry flavors. It's intensely structured and dense on the palate, however, making it a wine for aging. Drink from 2016.",Les Chardannes,77,90,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Jean-Claude Boisset 2011 Les Chardannes (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-boisset-2011-chardannes-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2011,Jean-Claude Boisset 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is the classic dessert wine from Valpolicella. The palate is dense and concentrated, with plum cake, prune and fig layered with spice and pipe tobacco. It's velvety smooth but also has fresh acidity, making it a perfect match for seasoned cheeses or to sip on its own after dinner.",Recioto Giovanni Allegrini,67,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Allegrini 2010 Recioto Giovanni Allegrini (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2010-recioto-giovanni-red-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Allegrini 12.5,White,US,"Sourced entirely from the Carabella vineyard, this offers a pleasing blend of citrus, pineapple and pear fruit, with a backing of honey-laced lemon tea. It's delicious and ready to drink.",,28,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Alchemist 2011 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alchemist-2011-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Alchemist 13,Red,US,"This is a solid, slightly earthy wine of medium concentration. The black cherry core is framed with dried herb, dark chocolate, and a dusting of coffee grounds. In the context of the vintage, it seems to have a bit more heft and power than most of the other Adelsheim single vineyard Pinots.",Calkins Lane Vineyard,68,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Adelsheim 2011 Calkins Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2011-calkins-lane-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2011,Adelsheim 14.5,Red,US,"For whatever the reason, this winery's Bordeaux reds, including Merlot, have shown tremendous improvement over the last few years. This Merlot is soft, sensual and lovely, with cherry pie, red currant, violet, mocha and new French oak flavors. Easy to drink now with robust grilled meats or stews.",,30,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gundlach Bundschu 2010 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-2010-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2010,Gundlach Bundschu 13.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made from the native Aglianico, this rosé sparkler is a sheer delight. It has a lovely fragrance of cherry and hints of nut and baked bread. The refreshing palate delivers additional cherry notes, pastry cream and a hint of walnut.",Dubl Rosé,43,90,Southern Italy,Campania,,Feudi di San Gregorio NV Dubl Rosé Aglianico (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-nv-dubl-rose-italian-red-aglianico-campania/,Aglianico,,Feudi di San Gregorio 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made from Falanghina, a variety native to Campania, this sparkler shows heady aromas of white spring flowers and Golden Delicious apple. The palate is vivacious and refreshing, featuring apple and pear layered with hints of nut and pastry dough.",Dubl Brut,39,90,Southern Italy,Campania,,Feudi di San Gregorio NV Dubl Brut Falanghina (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-nv-dubl-brut-italian-white-falanghina-campania/,Falanghina,,Feudi di San Gregorio 14,Red,France,"Initially austere in the mouth, this is a serious and complex wine. It has firm tannins, layers of blackberry fruits and acidity along with a strong feeling of wood aging. Powerful and with good depth, it's a wine that needs age. Drink from 2017.",,40,90,Bordeaux,Fronsac,,Château les Roches de Ferrand 2010 Fronsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roches-ferrand-2010-red-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château les Roches de Ferrand 13.5,Red,Portugal,"The Douro version of Paxis is a blend of Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional and Tinta Roriz. It is a rounded, smooth and spicy wine, with weight and richness. Packed with red berries and plums, it is fruity and structured, with tannins providing a strong base of support. Drink from 2014.",Paxis,9,90,Douro,,,DFJ Vinhos 2011 Paxis Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2011-paxis-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2011,DFJ Vinhos 13.5,Red,France,"A rich and bold wine, structured and concentrated. This is packed with black plum fruits, ripe damsons and sweet tannins. There's a great juicy element, that brings in the acidity as well as some spice from wood aging.",No 2 et No 5,,90,Bordeaux,Fronsac,,Château Haut-Francarney 2010 No 2 et No 5 (Fronsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-francarney-2010-no-2-no-5-red-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Haut-Francarney 13,White,France,"Honeyed, tropical fruit aromas are showing strongly in this smooth, lightly toasty dry wine. Rich and rounded, it shows both the fresh fruit of the vintage and also the concentration of the white wines. It should be aged, but can be drunk now. Drink until 2020.",Cuvée Montesquieu,45,90,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château de la Brède 2011 Cuvée Montesquieu (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brede-2011-cuvee-montesquieu-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château de la Brède 11,White,Germany,"White floral and peach notes bound from the glass of this gorgeously feminine Riesling. It's intensely ripe, with peach and melon flavors, but dry and mineral laden on the palate. Finishes long, with a kiss of spring blossoms and a shock of lemon-lime acidity.",Spätlese Trocken,28,90,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2011 Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2011-spatlese-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 14,Red,France,"A special cuvée of Château Siaurac, this is dark, dense, seriously young at this stage, but destined for a powerful, rich, black fruit and tannin future. It has weight and concentration, layered with new wood and acidity. Drink from 2017.",Baronne de Siaurac,15,90,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château Siaurac 2011 Baronne de Siaurac (Lalande de Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-siaurac-2011-baronne-merlot-lalande-pomerol/,Merlot,2011,Château Siaurac 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This elegant sparkling wine, made from Pinot Nero with no dosage, has a heady fragrance of berry, acacia flower and spice. The crisp and refreshing palate delivers white peach, white cherry, mineral notes and a toasted almond finish.",Tridentum Dosaggio Zero,39,90,,Trento,,Cesarini Sforza 2008 Tridentum Dosaggio Zero Pinot Nero (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesarini-sforza-2008-tridentum-dosaggio-zero-pinot-noir-nero-trento/,Pinot Nero,2008,Cesarini Sforza 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made from Chardonnay and Pinot Nero, this sparkling wine has a fragrance of apple and almond, with a whiff of bread crust. The creamy palate delivers yellow apple and toasted walnut flavors, a refined bead and crisp acidity.",Tridentum Brut,24,90,,Trento,,Cesarini Sforza 2008 Tridentum Brut Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesarini-sforza-2008-tridentum-brut-sparkling-trento/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Cesarini Sforza 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Made from organically grown grapes, this brut offers a floral and spice fragrance with a whiff of pastry. The creamy palate delivers ripe peach flavors and a note of almond. It has lively acidity and fine, persistent bubbles.",Brut,35,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Barone Pizzini NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-pizzini-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-179928/,Sparkling Blend,,Barone Pizzini 12,White,Germany,"Zesty, waxy aromas of lime peels and crushed stones belie the bright grapefruit and tangerine flavors in this dry, yet deeply mineral-laden Riesling. It's softly textured on the palate, with bright yet lenient acidity that leads into a lingering lemon-lime finish.",Junge Reben Kabinett Trocken,28,90,Rheingau,,,August Kesseler 2011 Junge Reben Kabinett Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-kesseler-2011-junge-reben-kabinett-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2011,August Kesseler 14,White,US,"This is as good a Pinot Gris as this producer has ever made. Apples and stone fruits contribute a fleshy, flavorful mid-palate. Peppery spice and a hint of brioche add complexity and interest. The wine is perfectly balanced and ready to drink immediately.",,17,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Benton-Lane 2012 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benton-lane-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Benton-Lane 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This classic sparkling wine has aromas of pears and white flowers plus an intriguing whiff of smoke. The palate delivers creamy peach and apricot flavors, along with hints of walnut and just-baked bread. It finishes dry, with notes of toasted oak.",Cuvée Brut,30,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista NV Cuvée Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-nv-cuvee-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-179933/,Sparkling Blend,,Bellavista 14,Red,Italy,"This offers aromas of dark berry, spice, tobacco and a whiff of vanilla. The palate delivers ripe black cherry layered with chocolate, coffee and white pepper. This is delicious and already drinking well but should develop complexity with more cellaring. Drink now through 2019.",Riserva Castello di Bibbione,38,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castelli del Grevepesa 2009 Riserva Castello di Bibbione (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelli-grevepesa-2009-riserva-castello-bibbione-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Castelli del Grevepesa 11.5,White,Portugal,"From a series of single variety wines from Vilacetinho, this Loureiro shows the aromatic character that has made this an increasingly popular variety for local producers. It has a delicate perfume, great acidity, and crispness and a very direct apple quality that is deliciously cool.",,15,90,Vinho Verde,,,Casa de Vilacetinho 2012 Loureiro (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-vilacetinho-2012-portuguese-white-loureiro-vinho-verde/,Loureiro,2012,Casa de Vilacetinho 12.5,White,Germany,"Whiffs of petrol, herb and spice lend savory tones to a palate that's chock full of pristinely ripe grapefruit, peach and nectarine flavors. It's dry in style, but richly textured on the palate, with generous acidity that reverberates on the finish.",Rüdesheimer Dry Kabinett,16,90,Rheingau,,,Carl Ehrhard 2011 Rüdesheimer Dry Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carl-ehrhard-2011-rudesheimer-dry-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2011,Carl Ehrhard 12.5,White,Portugal,"A superior Vinho Verde, elegant and full-bodied. The creamy texture is partnered with ripe apricot and pear fruits, a touch of green plum and a feeling of opulence along with the acidity. Drink now, or age a year.",Toucas,19,91,Vinho Verde,,,Wines & Winemakers 2012 Toucas Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2012-toucas-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2012,Wines & Winemakers 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Toast and brioche aromas lead this rich, generous wine. It has considerable bottle age, meaning the youthful freshness has been replaced by a mature character. Dry in style yet quite ripe, this is a Champagne for food.",Extra Brut,40,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Vincent Couche NV Extra Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vincent-couche-nv-extra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Vincent Couche 16,Red,Italy,"Tremenel has an earthy fragrance of underbrush, tobacco and ripe black fruit with a whiff of spice. The palate delivers a tight core of black cherry layered with raisin, white pepper, nutmeg and cocoa backed up by bracing but refined tannins.",Tremenel,65,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Villa Erbice 2007 Tremenel (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-erbice-2007-tremenel-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2007,Villa Erbice 12.5,Sparkling,France,"With vineyards in the southern vineyards of the Aube, Vincent Couche makes a rich style of Champagne. This 2002 vintage, now maturing well, is ripe—almost opulent—in character. Its peach and apricot flavors shine at the fore, extended on the palate with a brisk, nervy texture.",Millésime Brut,54,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Vincent Couche 2002 Millésime Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vincent-couche-2002-millesime-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,Vincent Couche 14,Red,Portugal,"Solid tannins lead into a wine that balances very dry, dark fruits with dense wood textures. It's a solid, chunky, bold wine, richly fruity and still young. Drink this firm, ageworthy wine from 2016.",Vale de Cavalos,18,91,Douro,,,Poças 2011 Vale de Cavalos Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-2011-vale-cavalos-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2011,Poças 14.5,Red,US,"Give this deliciously polished 100% Cab a year or two in the bottle to let all the parts come together. It's rich and forward in black and red cherries, red currants and licorice, with a generous overlay of sweet, toasty oak.",,110,91,California,Napa,Rutherford,Etude 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Etude 14,Red,Portugal,"This is a strongly mineral wine, textured and rich at the same time, with fine acidity. Blackberry fruit dominates the palate, with rich tannins and cool freshness. It tastes of terroir, a true Dão from the granite soils. Drink from 2016.",Somontes Reserva,18,91,Dão,,,Casa da Passarella 2009 Somontes Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-passarella-2009-somontes-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2009,Casa da Passarella 12,Sparkling,France,"Pale pink in color, this is a full, fruity wine that's aromatic in character. The red fruits are topped with citrus and bright acidity, as well as signs of maturity, giving a toasty character. The wine is rich and ready to drink.",Tsarine Millésime Brut Rosé,75,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Chanoine 2005 Tsarine Millésime Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanoine-2005-tsarine-millesime-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Chanoine 14.2,White,US,"Ripe, pure flavors of tropical fruits, Meyer lemons, limes and peaches mark this lovely Chardonnay. New French oak adds luscious notes of buttered toast. With crisp acidity and a clean, spicy finish, it's a beautiful Chard to drink now.",Mitsuko's Vineyard,28,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2011 Mitsuko's Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2011-mitsukos-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Clos Pegase 14.1,White,US,"This crisp, refreshing and all-stainless Chardonnay represents exceptional value. Bright, fresh fruit flavors mix apples, pears and ripe citrus. It's full-bodied and delivers plenty of mouth-filling richness without resorting to barrel aging for support.",INOX,19,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2012 INOX Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2012-inox-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Chehalem 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a finely balanced non-vintage Brut. It has great swathes of yellow fruit and crisp lime flavor that lend a stylish freshness. Already showing some touches of toast and bottle age, this is a ready-to-drink wine.",Brut Réserve,,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Billecart-Salmon NV Brut Réserve (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billecart-salmon-nv-brut-reserve-champagne-180955/,Champagne Blend,,Billecart-Salmon 12,Sparkling,France,"In the dry style characteristic of the Lelarge house, this is a finely delineated wine with fresh, crisp lines of acidity cutting through bright citrus and green-apple flavors. The wine is light on the palate without sacrificing depth of flavor. It is showing good signs of maturity so drink now—2018.",Premier Cru Brut,,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Lelarge-Pugeot NV Premier Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lelarge-pugeot-nv-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Lelarge-Pugeot 13,White,France,"Opulent, ripe and fruity, this is classic Saint-Aubin. Generous fruitiness is balanced with crisp acidity and touches of minerality and spicy wood. Its fruitiness makes it accessible now, but several years' aging will make it even better and certainly more complex.",Sur Gamay Premier Cru,42,91,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Jean-Claude Boisset 2011 Sur Gamay Premier Cru (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-boisset-2011-sur-gamay-premier-cru-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2011,Jean-Claude Boisset 14.9,Red,US,"High alcohol is giving this 100% Cabernet some inherent instability that warrants against extended aging. However, if you drink it soon, you'll find a vastly rich, opulent wine, with blackberry jam, mocha and toasty oak flavors whose tannins reflect Napa's best. A fabulous steak, perfectly charred and prepared, will make you drain the bottle.",,155,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hourglass 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hourglass-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hourglass 13.5,White,France,"Very mineral in style, this is a structured, textured wine with good aging potential. It's acidity, still pronounced and up front, reveals itself with crisp citrus flavors that accent warm yellow fruits. The wine needs a year or two before drinking, so wait until 2015.",,54,91,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Henri de Villamont 2010 Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2010-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Henri de Villamont 13,Red,France,"This is an attractive, fast-maturing wine with soft tannins, ripe fruits and a juicy, perfumed acidity. It has considerable weight and concentration, along with firm red-plum and berry flavors. It's an elegant wine that should be drunk from 2017.",Cuvée Signature,193,91,Burgundy,Clos de la Roche,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2011 Cuvée Signature (Clos de la Roche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2011-cuvee-signature-pinot-noir-clos-roche/,Pinot Noir,2011,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 13.5,Red,France,"Full, ripe and roundly fruity, this is a good example of the natural opulence of 2009. It has rich black fruits, soft tannins, a dark hint of wood and generous richness. Powered by both its acidity and its structure, it is developing well. Drink from 2014.",,20,91,Bordeaux,Montagne-Saint-Émilion,,Château de Malengin 2009 Montagne-Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malengin-2009-red-montagne-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Malengin 12.5,White,France,"This is a deliciously fruity, yet structured wine. It has weight and richness, but mainains elegance with lemony acidity, ripe grapefruit flavor, and layered wood notes. It's a wine for long-term aging so drink from 2015.",Mont de Milieu Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,Pascal Bouchard 2011 Mont de Milieu Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-bouchard-2011-mont-milieu-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Pascal Bouchard 12.5,White,Germany,"Initial aromas of earth and smoke blow off with aeration to reveal intense yellow peach scents swathed with honeysuckle and fresh green herbs. The palate is rich in penetrating stone fruit flavor, but dry in style, with a broad, mineral-laden texture and a prickle of astringency on the finish.",Herrenberg Alte Reben Trocken,40,91,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2011 Herrenberg Alte Reben Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2011-herrenberg-alte-reben-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Maximin Grünhäuser 12,Sparkling,France,"While full and ripe in style, this wine is also quite dry. It's packed with crisp, youthful fruits, along with an intensely mineral texture that penetrates deep on the palate. Apple and lime juice pierce through the finish. Drink through 2021.",Cuvée Spéciale Brut Millesimé,75,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte 2005 Cuvée Spéciale Brut Millesimé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-2005-cuvee-speciale-brut-millesime-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Nicolas Feuillatte 13.5,White,US,"One of the finer Pinot Blancs from Oregon, this vineyard-designate has a lighter mouthfeel than the winery's Pinot Gris, yet in some ways shows more complexity and overall appeal. Fresh fruit flavors of apple and melon carry a touch of almond. The bracing minerality extends through the finish.",Bryan Creek Vineyard,25,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Adelsheim 2012 Bryan Creek Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2012-bryan-creek-vineyard-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Adelsheim 13.8,White,US,"Chenin Blanc is a difficult variety to get right in California, but few wineries do it better than Foxen. They have a solid track record, going back for years, of wrestling the wine's difficulties into elegant submission. With the 2012 vintage, Foxen has crafted one of their best ever. It's dry, moderate in alcohol and crisp in acidity, with complex peach, citrus, green apple, wax bean and herb flavors.",Ernesto Wickenden Vineyard Old Vines,25,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2012 Ernesto Wickenden Vineyard Old Vines Chenin Blanc (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2012-ernesto-wickenden-vineyard-old-vines-chenin-blanc-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chenin Blanc,2012,Foxen 14.8,White,US,"Full-throttle Burgundian technique marks this Chardonnay. It's explosive with buttered toast and popcorn and apricot and orange jam flavors. There's a fine streak of lime acidity. It's an exciting wine, as opulent as California Chard gets, if a little over-the-top, venturing beyond balance into opulence for its own sake.",Finch Hollow Estate Grown Cave Fermented,110,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jarvis 2011 Finch Hollow Estate Grown Cave Fermented Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-2011-finch-hollow-estate-grown-cave-fermented-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Jarvis 12,Sparkling,France,"A crisp, finely balanced wine, this is packed with fresh citrus, peach-skin and green-apple flavors. It's a textured wine with layers of minerality on the palate. The acidity is just right—a fine streak that cuts through the fruitiness and gives a tight, taut finish.",La Cuvée 17 Brut,57,91,Champagne,Champagne,,J. Dumangin Fils NV La Cuvée 17 Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-dumangin-fils-nv-cuvee-17-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,J. Dumangin Fils 9.5,Dessert,Canada,"This vibrantly aromatic wine brings generous notes of honey, pineapple, papaya and apricot. It's intensely sweet and rich in flavor and feel, lingering on the finish.",Icewine,60,91,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Inniskillin 2011 Icewine Vidal (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inniskillin-2011-icewine-other-white-vidal-niagara-peninsula/,Vidal,2011,Inniskillin 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a lovely sparkling wine that offers a floral fragrance of white flowers and tropical fruit. The palate delivers apple, white peach and a hint of almond. It has a creamy texture and a clean, crisp finish. A classic Franciacorta.",Brut,29,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Il Mosnel NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-mosnel-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Il Mosnel 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A bold, powerful wine, showing smooth, mature black-fruit flavors and rich tannins. It is soft, solid and powerfully built. Wood aging has given extra roundness and a touch of spice to the palate. Drink this wine now and until 2018.",Reserva,15,91,Alentejo,,,Herdade dos Machados 2007 Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-machados-2007-reserva-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2007,Herdade dos Machados 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a smooth, ripe, and rounded wine that's intense on the palate with bright red-fruit flavors. Integrated acidity and hints of maturity add balance to rich fruitiness. Reserve wines blended into the Champagne lend a fullness to the palate that makes the wine ready to drink now.",Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru Brut,,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Henriet-Bazin NV Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru Brut Pinot Noir (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henriet-bazin-nv-blanc-noirs-grand-cru-brut-pinot-noir-champagne/,Pinot Noir,,Henriet-Bazin 14.5,White,US,"It's interesting and a little odd that this 100% Sauvignon Blanc, from Mondavi's heralded To Kalon's great I Block, already is showing signs of maturity, although it's only about three years old. The reserve To Kalon, released more than a year ago, was fresh and fruity. This wine by contrast is beginning to show mushroom, herb and mineral complexities alongside the citrus fruits. It's a very fine wine, superior in structural integrity and bone dry, but it will separate wine lovers into opposing camps.",To Kalon Vineyard I Block,75,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Robert Mondavi 2010 To Kalon Vineyard I Block Fumé Blanc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2010-to-kalon-vineyard-i-block-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-oakville/,Fumé Blanc,2010,Robert Mondavi 12.5,White,France,"This is a crisp, bright wine packed with apple and grapefruit flavors, and laced elegantly with wood notes. It wears its toastiness lightly, and a punch of steel on the finish gives it a tight, nervy texture. Drink from 2016.",Vaillons Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,Damien et Romain Bouchard 2011 Vaillons Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damien-romain-bouchard-2011-vaillons-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Damien et Romain Bouchard 14.2,White,US,"This eccentric Chard marches to its own beat. It's drier and more acidic than most, and the flavors offer a mélange of peaches, oranges, tropical fruits, Meyer lemons, cashews and white flowers. Yet it's delicious and compelling. Made with full-throttle techniques that include partial barrel fermentation, malolactic fermentation and battonage, it was bottled unfined and unfiltered. The vineyards are Sierra Madre, in the Santa Maria Valley, and Oaks Savannah, in the Santa Ynez Valley.",,30,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Demetria 2011 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Demetria 13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine leads wqith a a bright personality, showing strawberry, cherry, white pepper and cinnamon aromas that carry over to the palate along with a hint of orange peel. It's linear and vibrant, with fine tannins and nice balance.",Riserva,30,91,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Fattoria Le Pupille 2010 Riserva (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-le-pupille-2010-riserva-red-morellino-scansano/,Red Blend,2010,Fattoria Le Pupille 14.9,Red,US,"Made from 100% Petite Sirah grown in the estate vineyard, this is a massive wine. It's as big as Petite gets, filled with blackberry, blueberry, chocolate, black currant and new oak flavors. So ripe, it turns porty in the finish, but it's a good portiness, rich and heady. The official alcohol is 14.9%, but it tastes higher than that.",,48,91,California,Napa,St. Helena,David Fulton 2010 Petite Sirah (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-fulton-2010-petite-sirah-napa-st-helena/,Petite Sirah,2010,David Fulton 14,Red,Chile,"Even if there's an herbal leaning and some tomato to the nose, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Malbec and Cab Franc is elegant and balanced. In the mouth, it's smooth and silky, while flavors of mocha, coffee and herbal berry fruits finish with fresh acidity and a sense of class. Drink through 2017.",Perla Negra,61,91,Maule Valley,,,Casa Donoso 2009 Perla Negra Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-donoso-2009-perla-negra-red-maule-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Casa Donoso 13,White,Portugal,"A ripe and fruity wine that boasts yellow fruits and fresh citrus characteristics. It's lush and ripe, with just a touch of minerality to give the wine structure. There's a delicious tangy aftertaste to this full, impressive wine.",O Oenólgo,32,91,Dão,,,Casa da Passarella 2012 O Oenólgo Encruzado (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-passarella-2012-o-oenolgo-portuguese-white-encruzado-dao/,Encruzado,2012,Casa da Passarella 14.7,Red,US,"This Cab is in a somewhat awkward state now, poised between fresh blackberry and cherry fruit and mature notes of dried fruits and mushrooms. That tension lends it interest. The grapes come from Calistoga and Carneros, which also gives a dynamic play between lushness and acidity. It's a fine, stylish wine for drinking now–2017.",,50,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos Pegase 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Clos Pegase 13.5,Red,France,"As befits a single vineyard Gevrey Chambertin, this is a structured wine, firmly rooted in tannins. Hidden beneath are black plum and cherry flavors that are raring to go—rich and sumptuous. It's a wine for aging, so drink from 2016.",Les Evocelles,52,91,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Henri de Villamont 2010 Les Evocelles (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2010-evocelles-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Henri de Villamont 13.5,White,Germany,"Dried orange zest and lanolin lend a spicy earthen tone to lush pink-grapefruit flavor in this powerfully structured dry Riesling. It's unabashedly bold on the palate, with a delicious sleek minerality that's cut with intense lemon-lime acidity.",Westhofen Kirchspiel GG Trocken,115,94,Rheinhessen,,,Wittmann 2011 Westhofen Kirchspiel GG Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wittmann-2011-westhofen-kirchspiel-gg-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2011,Wittmann 14.5,Red,Portugal,"From Rhône producer, M. Chapoutier, this is a new venture. The style is elegant while also powerful and complex. It brings out strong minerality, black currant fruit and tense acidity, resulting in a wine for aging. Drink from 2016.",Pinteivera,,91,Douro,,,M. Chapoutier 2011 Pinteivera Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2011-pinteivera-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2011,M. Chapoutier 16.5,Red,Italy,"This robust Amarone has an earthy fragrance of underbrush, mushroom and tobacco leaf along with plum and spice notes. The dense, delicious palate offers rich black cherry, ripe raspberry, cinnamon and vanilla. It's concentrated, with a velvety texture.",,70,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Prà 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pra-2008-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2008,Prà 11,Dessert,Canada,"The aromas and flavors of tangerine, ripe pineapple, jasmine and honey are all robust on a wine that is more about subtlety and elegance than sheer weight and volume. It's very well balanced with an extremely long finish.",Icewine Andrew Peller Signature Series,85,91,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Peller 2012 Icewine Andrew Peller Signature Series Vidal Blanc (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peller-2012-icewine-andrew-signature-series-other-white-vidal-blanc-niagara-peninsula/,Vidal Blanc,2012,Peller 14,Red,Portugal,"This is a big wine, broad and fruity. Keeping the firm tannins and minerality well behind the red berry fruit flavors, it already shows drinkability. This second wine from Poeira is also a wine that could age impressively, full and structured. Drink now and until 2020.",Pó de Poeira,,91,Douro,,,Poeira 2010 Pó de Poeira Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poeira-2010-po-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Poeira 12.8,Red,US,"Lovely whiffs of fresh rose petals come up from the glass, along with apple blossoms and intimations of pale cherry fruit. The wine has some good grip to the tannins, and a hint of clay and earth. More time is needed to knit the different strata firmly together.",Ribbon Ridge Estate,55,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Trisaetum 2011 Ribbon Ridge Estate Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2011-ribbon-ridge-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2011,Trisaetum 12,White,Germany,"Savory herb and lemon aromas lend elegance to lusciously ripe peach and apricot flavors in this fruity, yet remarkably dry Riesling. Soft Meyer-lemon acidity mingles on the palate with a flurry of blossomy notes, finishing with a hint of lime-skin astringency.",Dry,28,91,Rheingau,,,Robert Weil 2011 Dry Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-weil-2011-dry-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2011,Robert Weil 12.5,White,Germany,"Fresh green floral and white peach aromas lend a fresh-linen perfume to this dry Riesling. The palate is a joyful array of mango and pink grapefruit flavors, braced with steely minerality and penetrating acidity. Finishes long, with a sensation of lime-pith astringency.",Abstberg Superior,58,91,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2011 Abstberg Superior Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2011-abstberg-superior-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Maximin Grünhäuser 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a beautiful, brut Franciacorta that shows vibrant citrus, spice and bread crust aromas. It has a creamy palate that delivers flavors of baked apple and pastry cream balanced by crisp and energizing acidity.",Prima Cuvée Brut,40,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Monte Rossa NV Prima Cuvée Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-rossa-nv-prima-cuvee-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-179934/,Sparkling Blend,,Monte Rossa 14,Red,Portugal,"This is a beautiful wine—rich, smooth and balanced. It has weight, great blackberry and damson fruit and a judicious hint of wood. Spice, ripe fruit and fresh acidity all call for aging. Drink from 2016.",Alqueve de Pinhal da Torre,36,91,Tejo,,,Pinhal da Torre 2009 Alqueve de Pinhal da Torre Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinhal-torre-2009-alqueve-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,Pinhal da Torre 11,Dessert,Canada,"Harvested on January 3rd at a ripe 37.8 Brix, it brings an aromatic explosion of dried apricot, citrus, honey, apple and pear. It's full bodied, rich and luscious with well balanced acidity drawing out the finish.",Icewine,40,91,Ontario,Niagara-On-The-Lake,,Pillitteri 2011 Icewine Riesling (Niagara-On-The-Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pillitteri-2011-icewine-riesling-niagara-lake/,Riesling,2011,Pillitteri 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Lamiable is a small house in Tours-sur-Marne at the eastern end of the Montagne de Reims. This Champagne is sourced exclusively from Grand Cru vineyards. Yellow-fruit, citrus and green plum aromas introduce a wine that is crisp and elegant, but with significant weight behind it. It's ready to drink now.",Grand Cru Brut,,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Lamiable NV Grand Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamiable-nv-grand-cru-brut-champagne-180929/,Champagne Blend,,Lamiable 14.8,Red,US,"The grapes for this wine are said to be 128 years old. The vine yield was very low, barely two tons per acre, which accounts for the impressive concentration of flavor. The black and red currants, raspberries, licorice and mint chocolate are augmented by smoky oak, which adds rich notes of vanilla and toast. The alcohol is a little high, but that's Zin for you.",Reserve Century Vines,45,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2010 Reserve Century Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2010-reserve-century-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Kunde 13.5,Red,France,"This is a powerful, big-hearted Malbec, full of rich fruits and perfume. Flavors of black-plum skin and licorice are encased in firm tannins and juicy acidity that lingers on the finish. A wine with concentration meant for hearty meat dishes.",Pont du Diable,,89,France Other,Vin de France,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2011 Pont du Diable Malbec (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2011-pont-diable-malbec-vin/,Malbec,2011,Lionel Osmin & Cie 13,White,France,"While certainly ripe and fruity, this wine is also structured—its generosity tempered by intense acidity, crisp apple-skin notes and a mineral texture. The result is a full wine that needs a little time to soften. Drink from 2014.",Premier Cru,33,89,Burgundy,Montagny,,Henri de Villamont 2010 Premier Cru (Montagny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2010-premier-cru-chardonnay-montagny/,Chardonnay,2010,Henri de Villamont 13,Red,Italy,"Made from Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, this Carmignano has ripe cherry and red currant sensations layered with cocoa, mint and licorice notes. It doesn't have the longest finish, but it's straightforward and very enjoyable.",,24,89,Tuscany,Carmignano,,Pratesi 2010 Carmignano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratesi-2010-red-carmignano/,Red Blend,2010,Pratesi 8,White,Germany,"Dusty minerals and dried herbs accent bright lemon-lime aromas on the nose of this delicately framed kabinett. A tickle of spritz on the palate adds to the wine's wispy, subtly sweet and fruity character. Finishes long and fresh, with intense citrus acidity.",Erdener Treppchen Kabinett,27,89,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2011 Erdener Treppchen Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2011-erdener-treppchen-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. Loosen 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made from fifty-year old Sangiovese and Ciliegiolo vines, this wine has aromas of violet, cherry and earth with whiffs of tobacco leaf and smoke. The palate delivers black cherry, white pepper and nutmeg mingled with balsamic notes. It's smooth with fine tannins.",EA,21,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Michele Ventura 2007 EA Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-ventura-2007-ea-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Michele Ventura 14.5,Red,US,"This Zin is so ripe and rich in milk chocolate, cappuccino and blackberry jam flavors, you hardly know what to make of it. You could drink it on its own, for it's delicious and heady. Or you can pair it with big beef or game dishes that are inherently sweet on their own, especially if you add to the umami intensity with sauces or cheeses.",Old Vine,40,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jana 2011 Old Vine Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jana-2011-old-vine-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Jana 8,White,Germany,"Initial aromas of smoke and earth dissipate to reveal scents of rich, honeyed peaches and spice. The palate is bright and sweet with ripe, juicy stonefruit and preserved quince, accented by hints of fresh herbs and ramps. An unusual harmony of sweet and savory, it finishes long and complex.",Abstberg Spätlese,40,89,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2011 Abstberg Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2011-abstberg-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Maximin Grünhäuser 13,Red,Portugal,"While it is still young, this is a complex wine, with black currant notes supported by firm tannins. It shows wood aging, fresh acidity and a solid core of structure that promises good aging. Drink from 2015.",Forma de Arte,16,89,Tejo,,,Quinta do Casal Monteiro 2011 Forma de Arte Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-casal-monteiro-2011-forma-arte-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-cabernet-sauvignon-tejo/,Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Quinta do Casal Monteiro 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a great Barbera that's loaded with varietal aromas of ripe berry and black pepper. The delicious palate delivers black cherry, white pepper and cinnamon flavors. The round, soft tannins are balanced with fresh acidity, making this perfect to pair with hearty pastas to grilled steaks.",,22,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Livio Voghera 2011 Barbera d'Alba Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-voghera-2011-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,2011,Livio Voghera 14,Red,Italy,"Made with native grapes Corvina, Rondinella e Oseleta, this wine has a fragrance of black fruit, raisin and spice. The smooth palate delivers ripe plum and blackberry layered with pepper notes and a hint of cocoa.",Brolo Campofiorin,,89,Veneto,Veronese,,Masi 2009 Brolo Campofiorin Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2009-brolo-campofiorin-red-veronese/,Red Blend,2009,Masi 5,Sparkling,Italy,"Righey is a lovely Moscato that shows all the pedigree of Moscato d'Asti. It has aromas of ripe peach, ginger and dried sage that carry over to the palate along with a frothy texture and crisp, quenching acidity that leaves the palate feeling cleansed. It's perfect for brunch or picnics.",Righey,,89,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Montaribaldi 2012 Righey (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaribaldi-2012-righey-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2012,Montaribaldi 14,White,France,"This is a full, ripe wine, with elegant impressions of toast. Robust notes of melon and peach show strongly, giving a rich, warm feel that is brightened with acidity. Drink now through 2017.",Coquelicot,17,88,Provence,Vin de Pays Var,,Château Routas 2011 Coquelicot Viognier-Chardonnay (Vin de Pays Var),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-routas-2011-coquelicot-white-blend-viognier-chardonnay-vin-pays-var/,Viognier-Chardonnay,2011,Château Routas 13,White,US,"This wine shows Pinot Grigio's bright, ripe lemongrass and peach flavors, touched with a kiss of honey. But it's balanced and crisp in acidity.",,23,88,California,California Other,California,Black Stallion 2012 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-stallion-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Black Stallion 12,Sparkling,France,"Based in the southern Champagne vineyards of the Aube, the Charles Clément cooperative has made a rich, full-bodied and fruity non-vintage wine. It has forward apple flavor and a soft, creamy texture brightened with lemon zest and brisk acidity. A touch of toast adds complexity to this bottling.",Cuvée des Vignerons Brut,30,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Clément NV Cuvée des Vignerons Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-clement-nv-cuvee-vignerons-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Charles Clément 14.4,Red,US,"Fire up the barbie for this robust, delicious Zinfandel. It's full bodied, dry and tannic, with sweet, ripe black-and red currant, licorice, pepper, cola and sandalwood flavors. It has Zin's briary, powerful personality, yet manages to rein it in toward balance.",Nance's Vineyard,29,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ousterhout 2010 Nance's Vineyard Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ousterhout-2010-nances-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Ousterhout 12.8,Red,US,"This light, elegant wine uses estate-grown fruit, and brings the same general character as the single vineyard offerings. Briary berry fruit, with pepper and spice, shows a more herbal aspect than the single vineyard wines. Sealed in screwcap, this wine may be enjoyed over the next 4–6 years.",,36,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Trisaetum 2011 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2011-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Trisaetum 11.2,White,US,"This delicately spritzy Riesling carries a whiff of orange rind, along with fresh flavors of lightly sweet tree fruits. Tasty on its own, or use it as a mixer for cocktails or punches.",Sext,24,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2012 Sext Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2012-sext-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2012,Chehalem 13,Red,France,"This finely balanced, juicy wine is full of red-fruit aromas and brisk acidity. Juicy and bright with strawberry flavors and refreshing acidity, it's a value wine with great potential. Drink from 2015.",Vieilles Vignes,33,88,Burgundy,Fixin,,Derey Frères 2011 Vieilles Vignes (Fixin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/derey-freres-2011-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-fixin/,Pinot Noir,2011,Derey Frères 13.5,Red,Italy,"The 2011 Gold Label Monferrato Rosso offers delicious ripe fruit and spice. It's loaded with blackberry, raspberry, black pepper and licorice flavors all presented in an easy-drinking but enormously enjoyable style. This will pair with virtually anything and everything.",Gold Label,,88,Piedmont,Monferrato,,Tenuta La Marchesa 2011 Gold Label Red (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-marchesa-2011-gold-label-red-monferrato/,Red Blend,2011,Tenuta La Marchesa 15,Red,US,"This Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah blend shows the ripe, exuberantly friendly type of red wine Paso Robles excels at. While it's filled with sweet cherries and currants, it has a good structure of acids and tannins for balance. The alcohol is pretty high, but the wine wears the heat well.",,45,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Treana 2010 Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/treana-2010-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,Treana 14,White,US,"Brilliant acidity and a firm minerality give this wine structural integrity despite massively ripe tropical fruit and honey flavors. It has a lush, rich opulence to pair with buttery lobster, shrimp, scallop and similarly rich dishes.",Chapel View,34,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Riverbench 2011 Chapel View Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverbench-2011-chapel-view-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Riverbench 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a concentrated, ripe, juicy and rich wine. It shows ample berry notes, cushioning the structure and acidity with a warm feeling. This blend has good density and great fruitiness. Drink now and until 2017.",,15,88,Tejo,,,Terra Silvestre 2010 Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-silvestre-2010-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Terra Silvestre 8.5,White,Germany,"Green herbs and leaves add freshness to an intense white-floral perfume on the nose of this energetically feminine spätlese. It's ripe and lush, with stone fruit flavor intensified by whispers of bergamot and lemon acidity. Finishes just a shade off dry.",Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Spätlese,13,88,Mosel,,,St. Christopher 2011 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-christopher-2011-piesporter-goldtropfchen-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,St. Christopher 14.4,Red,US,"Made in a drink-me-now style, this Bordeaux-style blend is delicious, with black cherry, licorice, mocha and cedar flavors. It's soft and gentle in the mouth, with tannins that are firm, but yielding.",,35,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lateral 2010 Merlot-Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lateral-2010-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Merlot-Cabernet Franc,2010,Lateral 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This straightforward sparkling wine offers peach aromas, with hints of roasted almond that carry over to the palate. This is refreshing, with a frothy texture and crisp acidity.",Naturalis Extra Brut,34,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,La Valle 2006 Naturalis Extra Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-valle-2006-naturalis-extra-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2006,La Valle 13.8,Red,Mexico,"This earthy, dark, well-balanced Nebbiolo shares nothing in common with Italy but it's very good by Baja standards. The bouquet of baked black fruits and earth is modern and in good shape. This feels big and dense but structured, with blackberry, pepper and mild raisin and prune flavors on the finish.",Private Reserve Barrel Aged,20,88,Valle de Guadalupe,,,L.A. Cetto 2007 Private Reserve Barrel Aged Nebbiolo (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cetto-2007-private-reserve-barrel-aged-nebbiolo-valle-guadalupe/,Nebbiolo,2007,L.A. Cetto 12,White,Italy,"Here's a Gavi with a heady fragrance of wild flowers, apple and white cherry. The round palate delivers creamy, ripe pear, green apple and mineral with a hint of lemon and herbs. Pair it with pasta topped with sun-dried tomato pesto.",Gold Label,25,88,Piedmont,Gavi,,Tenuta La Marchesa 2012 Gold Label (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-marchesa-2012-gold-label-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2012,Tenuta La Marchesa 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a savory Chianti from the Senesi hills that offers offers bright cherry and strawberry sensations with hints of white pepper. It's fresh, zesty and made to be enjoyed young. Pair this with a variety of pasta dishes or pecorino cheese.",,15,88,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Tenuta di Trecciano 2012 Chianti Colli Senesi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-trecciano-2012-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,2012,Tenuta di Trecciano 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Vincent Couche has a specialty with very dry Champagne. This wine, with some bottle age, is rich, warm and generous, yet quite dry. A touch of toast adds complexity to ripe apple fruits.",Perle de Nacre Extra Brut,,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Vincent Couche NV Perle de Nacre Extra Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vincent-couche-nv-perle-nacre-extra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Vincent Couche 14.5,Red,Italy,"This blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon has aromas of black berries, cedar and spice with a hint of meat juices. The palate delivers dense black cherry and black berry flavors along with vanilla, espresso and chocolate notes. It's ripe, concentrated and velvety but it also lacks freshness and energy.",Mega,45,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Renieri 2008 Mega Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2008-mega-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Renieri 13,White,Italy,"Made entirely with native grape Arneis, this refreshing white has pretty aromas of white spring flowers and pear. The palate offers creamy apple, pear and mineral notes along with crisp acidity that give it a clean finish.",,19,88,Piedmont,Roero,,Malvirà 2012 Roero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malvira-2012-italian-white-arneis-roero-arneis/,Arneis,2012,Malvirà 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Made from Chardonnay and Pinot Nero, this sparkling wine offers peach and melon sensations along with notes of bitter almond. It has a vigorous palate with a crisp, clean finish. Pair it with appetizers, salami or cheese.",Brut,30,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ronco Calino NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronco-calino-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-179942/,Sparkling Blend,,Ronco Calino 12.5,White,Portugal,"Very lemony, this is a crisp citrus- and peach-flavored wine. It has delicious, refreshing fruitiness that contrasts with a softer, rounded texture. For drinking now and until 2018.",Portal da Aguia Branco,10,88,Tejo,,,Quinta da Alorna 2012 Portal da Aguia Branco White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-alorna-2012-portal-aguia-branco-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2012,Quinta da Alorna 11,Dessert,Canada,"A somewhat reserved wine but one that still shows some complexity with notes of honey, apricot, lychee and smoky spice. The palate is rich and luscious with good length and a spice-filled finish.",Icewine,50,88,Ontario,Niagara-On-The-Lake,,Pillitteri 2011 Icewine Vidal (Niagara-On-The-Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pillitteri-2011-icewine-other-white-vidal-niagara-lake/,Vidal,2011,Pillitteri 15.2,Red,US,"Doesn't say so on the label, but this is largely Syrah, with 8% Grenache. It's a well-structured, balanced wine whose high alcohol wears itself well around the blackberries and currants. But it does lack the concentration and drama of previous bottlings, evidence of the difficult 2011 vintage. Ready to drink now.",,95,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,PharaohMoans 2011 Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pharaohmoans-2011-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,PharaohMoans 13.7,White,US,"Ripe pear fruit introduces a full-bodied Pinot Gris, and carries it through a satisfying finish. It's fruit all the way, dusted with a little taste of cinnamon spice.",The Orchards,18,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Left Coast Cellars 2012 The Orchards Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/left-coast-cellars-2012-orchards-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Left Coast Cellars 12,Sparkling,France,"As always, this attractive non-vintage Champagne is light, fruity and fragrant. It has crisp apple, pear and green-plum flavors and a refreshing citrus acidity. It is full in the mouth, but finishes with a reverberating softness.",Brut,36,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte NV Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-nv-brut-champagne-180899/,Champagne Blend,,Nicolas Feuillatte 13.9,White,US,"Fiano is an Italian variety, rarely grown in California. In this case it has produced an interesting wine. It feels midway in weight between Pinot Grigio and Chardonnay. Unoaked with a medium-bodied mouthfeel, it's bright with citrus fruits, honey and a fleshiness that suggests pairing with veal scallopini or veal Marsala.",,20,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Nico 2012 Fiano (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nico-2012-italian-white-fiano-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Fiano,2012,Nico 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a nice Dolcetto from Dogliani, the grape's spiritual home. It has a classic varietal fragrance of cherry, licorice and black pepper accompanied by smoky notes. The palate delivers black cherry and white pepper along with chewy tannins. Pair this with mushroom risotto.",Gombe,20,88,Piedmont,Dogliani,,La Fusina 2011 Gombe (Dogliani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fusina-2011-gombe-italian-red-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,2011,La Fusina 13.5,Rose,France,"This is a full-bodied rosé, with rich fruit and spice notes. Its ripe apricot and strawberry flavors are lifted by balanced acidity. Drink now.",,23,88,Provence,Bandol,,La Bastide Blanche 2012 Rosé (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bastide-blanche-2012-rose-bandol/,Rosé,2012,La Bastide Blanche 16,Red,Italy,"This Amarone shows overripe black fruit, oak and raisin aromas. The palate offers extracted plum and black cherry flavors layered with chocolate, vanilla, oak and black pepper notes. It's closes on a note of bitter almond.",,70,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Marion 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marion-2008-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2008,Marion 14,Red,Italy,This Nebbiolo has aromas of raspberry with hints of spice and coffee. The palate delivers ripe black cherry flavors with white pepper and clove notes. This will pair well with mushroom risotto.,Bricco San Pietro,28,88,Piedmont,Langhe,,Manzone 2010 Bricco San Pietro Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzone-2010-bricco-san-pietro-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2010,Manzone 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This straightforward brut offers apple and stone fruit sensations along with baked bread and hints of toasted oak. It has medium-sized, persistent bubbles and closes on a note of bitter almond.",Brut,18,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Montenisa NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montenisa-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-179936/,Sparkling Blend,,Montenisa 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Cabernet Sauvignon from Tuscany offers up aromas of bell peppers, cedar wood and black currants. On the palate, this shows black cherry, raspberry and black pepper notes mingled with espresso. It finishes on a bitter note of unroasted coffee bean.",Federico Primo,45,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Gualdo del Re 2008 Federico Primo Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gualdo-re-2008-federico-primo-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Gualdo del Re 13.5,White,US,"This is a very pure expression of Viognier—single vineyard (Del Rio) and single clone (Clone 1), aged five months in stainless steel. It's vibrantly aromatic with notes of lime leaf, ripe peach and flowers with an unctuous feel and a tart finish.",,18,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Edwin Dyer 2012 Viognier (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edwin-dyer-2012-viognier-southern-rogue-valley/,Viognier,2012,Edwin Dyer 13,White,US,"This new vintage was barrel fermented, which fleshes out the flavors and brings some tropical notes along with the tart flavors of fresh pear. Young, sleek and showing a pleasing, wet stone minerality, this is styled for near-term enjoyment, perhaps with fresh halibut, swordfish or white salmon.",Estate,15,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Illahe 2012 Estate Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/illahe-2012-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Illahe 13.5,Red,Uruguay,"Ignore the crazy price on this aged Tannat and enjoy the overall high quality of this Uruguayan bruiser. Sun-baked, minty, earthy aromas scream “warm-climate” wine, while the palate is chunky in feel, with some hardness. Flavors of rich, stewed berries, tons of oak, related spice and earth notes finish hefty but with minimal stuffing. Drink now.",1st Cru d'Exception,120,88,Juanico,,,Familia Deicas 2006 1st Cru d'Exception Tannat (Juanico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-deicas-2006-1st-cru-dexception-other-red-tannat-juanico/,Tannat,2006,Familia Deicas 12,Sparkling,France,"A dry wine with mature white fruit and tight acidity, this wine will take time to coax out the rich, mineral character that hides within. It's touched with toast, but freshness and fruitiness dominate for a refreshing aftertaste.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Esterlin NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esterlin-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Esterlin 14.8,Red,US,"The fruit of this Pinot Noir is fantastically ripe, a testament to the California sun and the long growing season of the Santa Lucia Highlands. The wine is enormous in raspberries and cherries that are jammy, yet finish dry. The acidity also is notable, cutting the richness with citrusy tartness that may limit ageability. Drink now–2016.",Sierra Mar Vineyard,40,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Furthermore 2010 Sierra Mar Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/furthermore-2010-sierra-mar-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2010,Furthermore 14.5,Red,France,"This is rich, structured and full-bodied. It bursts with superripe Merlot, darkly tannic and dense. Rich berry and black plum fruits add their weight to this concentrated wine. Drink from 2016.",,,88,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château au Pont de Guitres 2010 Lalande de Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-au-pont-guitres-2010-red-lalande-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château au Pont de Guitres 13.5,Red,France,"Full in the mouth, this is a ripe wine, showing wood, dark plums and a firm layer of tannins. There is a good black-fruit feel, brought out by the wine's acidity. This is serious and worth aging. Drink from 2017.",,16,88,Bordeaux,Lussac Saint-Émilion,,Château la Jorine 2011 Lussac Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jorine-2011-red-lussac-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château la Jorine 14.3,Red,US,"Co-fermented with 5% Viognier, this Syrah is direct and appealing with notes of boysenberry jam, smoked meat and orange peel. The palate is soft and sumptuous in feel with tart fruit flavors.",,29,88,Idaho,,,Cinder 2010 Syrah,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinder-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-snake-river-valley/,Syrah,2010,Cinder 12,White,US,"A blend of three estate vineyards, this is all-stainless fermented, tart and tasting more of skin than flesh. Citrus flavors of lemon and grapefruit, firm acidity and a wash of minerality keep it clean and refreshing.",Three Vineyard,22,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2012 Three Vineyard Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2012-three-vineyard-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2012,Chehalem 13,Sparkling,US,"Salmon colored (and salmon would make a good pairing), this sparkling rosé has deep flavors of toasty oak and black fruit, along with a swath of sweetness on the finish.",Rosé,22,88,California,California Other,California,Chandon NV Rosé Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-nv-rose-sparkling-california-180507/,Sparkling Blend,,Chandon 13.9,White,US,"Barrel aged in French oak with lees influences, this Chardonnay has ripe, flashy pineapple, lime, peach, vanilla, honey, sourdough-bread and buttered-toast flavors. It's fine for drinking now with shellfish, mushroom risotto or Peking duck.",Estate Bottled,48,88,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2011 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2011-estate-bottled-chardonnay-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Chardonnay,2011,Chalk Hill 14,Red,Italy,This delightful wine shows the charming side of Nebbiolo. It has a floral and fruity fragrance of rose and raspberry accompanied by bright cherry and white pepper flavors. It's vibrant and fresh with silky tannins.,,20,88,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Brjnda 2011 Nebbiolo d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brjnda-2011-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2011,Brjnda 13,White,France,"Crisp with brisk acidity, yet bright with citrus and yellow fruit, this wine shows structure as well as warmth. It's a textured wine that can age over the medium term. Drink now–2018.",Cuvée Signature Les Macherelles Premier Cru,78,88,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2011 Cuvée Signature Les Macherelles Premier Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2011-cuvee-signature-macherelles-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2011,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 13.2,White,US,"This is hard to resist, a crisp, easy sipper that's gentle on the wallet and bright with sweet jasmine aromatics. On the palate expect refreshing Mandarin orange and lemon zest flavors. It's a clean, crisp wine made from organic grapes, 52% of which hail from Lake, the rest from Mendocino County.",Made With Organic Grapes,14,88,California,North Coast,Mendocino-Lake,Bonterra 2012 Made With Organic Grapes Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino-Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2012-made-with-organic-grapes-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast-mendocino-lake/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Bonterra ,Red,Italy,"Aromas of mature blackberry, vanilla and white chocolate lead the nose of this wine. The palate offers dense black cherry, oak, chocolate and white pepper wrapped up in tight-knit tannins. It starts off strong but then finishes abruptly.",Riserva Berardo,35,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Bossi 2010 Riserva Berardo (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bossi-2010-riserva-berardo-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Castello di Bossi 14,Red,Italy,"This blend of barrique-aged Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon has a fragrance of oak and bell pepper. The palate shows red currant, cherry, oak, coffee and chocolate notes. Although it has generous fruit, it lacks complexity and is shy on freshness and vitality.",Corbaia,65,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Bossi 2010 Corbaia Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bossi-2010-corbaia-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Castello di Bossi 14,Red,Italy,"This blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Syrah offers a fragrance of black fruit and Mediterranean herbs. The palate is a bit restrained but reveals black cherry, licorice and black pepper along with notes of espresso and toasted oak.",Clemente VII Settimo,42,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castelli del Grevepesa 2008 Clemente VII Settimo Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelli-grevepesa-2008-clemente-vii-settimo-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Castelli del Grevepesa 12.5,White,Portugal,"Tight, taut, crisp and mineral in character, this is the epitome of a lemon-flavored wine. It is totally fresh, bright and full of green fruits and a tangy character. One in a series of single variety wines from Vilacetinho.",,15,88,Vinho Verde,,,Casa de Vilacetinho 2012 Arinto (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-vilacetinho-2012-portuguese-white-arinto-vinho-verde/,Arinto,2012,Casa de Vilacetinho 14,White,Chile,"Initially this doesn't distinguish itself. The nose deals typical Chilean Chardonnay aromas of corn and stalks, along with warm-weather fruits. In the mouth, however, this is minerally and intense, with driving acidity pushing flavors of oak, cinnamon, toast and baked apple. On the finish, the fruit fades rather quickly while vanilla and resiny oak flavors settle in and take over.",Chacai,74,89,Pirque,,,William Fèvre 2011 Chacai Chardonnay (Pirque),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2011-chacai-chardonnay-pirque/,Chardonnay,2011,William Fèvre 12.5,White,Portugal,"With some concentration from skin contact during fermentation, this is a wine with richness, spice and apricot character. The palate is full with hints of toastiness, with the ripeness laced by a fresher burst of lemon acidity, resulting in an overall well-balanced wine.",,15,89,Tejo,,,Terra Silvestre 2012 Arinto (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-silvestre-2012-portuguese-white-arinto-tejo/,Arinto,2012,Terra Silvestre 14.4,Red,US,"A zesty, warm dark plum Primitivo rich in leathery coffee and jam and nestled in a wall of finely structured tannins. This is the kind of wine one can describe as having nice legs.",Estate Bottled,20,89,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Rosa d'Oro 2011 Estate Bottled Primitivo (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosa-doro-2011-estate-bottled-zinfandel-primitivo-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Primitivo,2011,Rosa d'Oro 12,Sparkling,France,"Very fruity while crisp with minerality, this is a refreshing and light Blanc de Blancs. It has apple and citrus flavors, and a dosage that adds softness to tight acidity and orange zest on the finish.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,38,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Vollereaux NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vollereaux-nv-blanc-de-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne-180896/,Chardonnay,,Vollereaux 14,Red,Italy,"Mediterra opens with intense aromas of bell pepper, red currants, sage and black pepper. The round palate offers lush plum and blackberry layered with nutmeg, clove and pepper. Pair it with a variety of foods including cured meats and medium aged cheeses.",Mediterra,25,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio al Tesoro 2011 Mediterra Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-al-tesoro-2011-mediterra-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2011,Poggio al Tesoro 13.5,Red,Chile,"Balsam wood, floral berry and herbal aromas rest in front of a crisp, fresh palate with raw acidity and clampy tannins. Olive, pepper, herbal and foresty fruit flavors announce a medium-weight, snappy finish with no obvious oak. This is very nice but at $125 a bottle it has its limits.",Rivalta Limited Selection,125,89,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Ema 2009 Rivalta Limited Selection Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2009-rivalta-limited-selection-red-cachapoal-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Santa Ema 13.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a rich, full-bodied Champagne showing hints of bottle age but mostly crisp, fresh apple and apricot flavors. It's a ripe, fruity wine, from the southern vineyards in the Aube, but with a apple-skin astringency and brisk texture. Drink now–2019.",Cuvée Ernestine Brut,,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Doussot 2009 Cuvée Ernestine Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-doussot-2009-cuvee-ernestine-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2009,Veuve Doussot 14.2,Red,US,"Brisk acidity, dried herbs, green olives, white pepper and minerals add complexity and earthiness to the raspberry, cherry and cola flavors of this Zin. It's dry on the finish, and stylish enough to accompany fine steaks and rich cheeses, with of course plenty of crusty bread.",,22,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2011 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2011-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Quivira 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This creamy sparkler has a floral fragrance of white flower and pear. The palate delivers tropical fruit, citrus, bitter almond and sage notes. This is a classic apéritif and perfect for making toasts.",Satèn Brut,53,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ferghettina 2009 Satèn Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferghettina-2009-saten-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2009,Ferghettina 13.5,White,France,"Ripe and creamy, this wine is full of rich apricot, peach and mango flavors. The wood aging shows through in the form of exotic vanilla. Brisk with acidity, the palate is light and crisp, finishing with refreshing minerality. It's ready to drink now.",Ancestral,,89,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Sangouard-Guyot 2011 Ancestral (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sangouard-guyot-2011-ancestral-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Sangouard-Guyot 13.5,Red,France,"Serious amounts of new wood dominate this still young wine. It has weight and there is great juicy black currant fruit underneath the dry wood character. Once it opens up again, this is going to be a delicious, structured wine. Drink from 2016.",,50,89,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Grand Bertin de Saint Clair 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-bertin-saint-clair-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Grand Bertin de Saint Clair 13.5,White,Portugal,"Produced at the medieval Quinta da Romeira, this ripe, tropical-fruit flavored wine has richness and a smooth texture. Full-bodied and fruity, it shows minerality from the chalk soil as well as a bright, tight fruitiness and balancing acidity.",Prova Régia Premium,15,89,Bucelas,,,Companhia das Quintas 2012 Prova Régia Premium Arinto (Bucelas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2012-prova-regia-premium-portuguese-white-arinto-bucelas/,Arinto,2012,Companhia das Quintas 13,White,Portugal,"A full-bodied wine, ripely fruity while preserving the natural, cool freshness of a Vinho Verde. It is richly endowed with apple and pear flavors, a touch of yellow fruit and a just a hint of spice. One in a series of single variety wines from Vilacetinho.",,15,89,Vinho Verde,,,Casa de Vilacetinho 2012 Avesso (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-vilacetinho-2012-portuguese-white-avesso-vinho-verde/,Avesso,2012,Casa de Vilacetinho 14,Red,Italy,"Easily recognizable thanks to its elaborate bottle encrusted with Swarovski crystals, Diadema is a blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet, Merlot and Syrah. It shows dense black cherry, black currant and underbrush along with oak, coffee and vanilla. Reflecting the heat of the vintage, it's shy on freshness but the fruit is appealing.",,100,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Diadema 2011 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diadema-2011-rosso-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2011,Diadema 12,Sparkling,France,"The Deutz style, with its lilting, dancing mouthfeel, is well illustrated by this non-vintage cuvée. It is bright and fruity, with crisp apple and pear fruits and tight acidity. but showing some signs of good bottle aging as well.",Brut Classic,,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz NV Brut Classic (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-nv-brut-classic-champagne-180981/,Champagne Blend,,Deutz 12,Sparkling,France,"With a good depth of flavor, this is a rich wine, showing a touch of toast to go with its grapefruit flavor and apple skin texture. It's a wine that tends towards dry, with a bright acidity and a lively burst of mousse on the finish.",Le Medaillon Cuvée Réserve Brut,,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Cheurlein-Panfilo NV Le Medaillon Cuvée Réserve Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheurlein-panfilo-nv-le-medaillon-cuvee-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Cheurlein-Panfilo 13.5,Red,France,"This lean, firmly tannic wine is more about structure than fruit. There is a burnt, chocolate- and bitter-coffee flavor that gives edge to the palate, while firm tannins enrobe black-cherry fruit. Drink from 2016.",Cuvée Signature Les Charmots Premier Cru,78,89,Burgundy,Pommard,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2011 Cuvée Signature Les Charmots Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2011-cuvee-signature-charmots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2011,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 14.9,Red,US,"Fruity in blackberry and dark cherry with a meaty undercurrent, Heritage blends 47% Barbera with 22% Petite Sirah, 18% Alicante Bouschet and 13% Carignane. Meaty and brisk in acidity, it has a brightness to it traditionally inspired field blends don't often have, amidst a core of power and follow-through. This is a great Lodi wine.",Heritage Field Blend,25,89,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Borra 2010 Heritage Field Blend Red (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borra-2010-heritage-field-blend-red-central-valley-lodi/,Red Blend,2010,Borra 13,White,Italy,"This delicious and refined Sauvignon Blanc from Tuscany offers classic varietal aromas of crushed tomato vine and green melon. Succulent cantaloupe, peach and apricot flavors are balanced by crisp acidity and a creamy texture.",Gemella,,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Bindella 2012 Gemella Sauvignon Blanc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bindella-2012-gemella-sauvignon-blanc-toscana/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Bindella 13.5,Red,US,"The reserve spends 18 months in 50% new French oak. It's already drinking well and hinting at quickly-maturing tannins. Soft and lightly leathery, it mixes rose petals, milk chocolate and sandalwood in with the pretty cherry fruit. Drink now and over the next few years.",Reserve,40,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Illahe 2011 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/illahe-2011-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Illahe 13.5,Red,Germany,"Hints of savory spice, toast and bramble add dimension to ripe blackberry and plum flavors on the nose of this ripe, full-bodied Pinot Noir. The palate is lush with fruit and oak tones, brightened by crisp cranberry acidity. Finishes long, with a murmur of soft, dainty tannins and green herbs.",Malterdinger Bienenberg R GG Reserve Erste Lage,111,89,Baden,,,Huber 2009 Malterdinger Bienenberg R GG Reserve Erste Lage Spätburgunder (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2009-malterdinger-bienenberg-r-gg-reserve-erste-lage-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-baden/,Spätburgunder,2009,Huber 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made from Chardonnay, Pinot Nero and Pinot Bianco, this wine offers a fragrance of lemon peel and yellow flower. The creamy palate offers apple, pear and pastry notes. A smooth texture balanced by fresh acidity yields a clean finish.",Primum,30,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,La Valle NV Primum (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-valle-nv-primum-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,La Valle 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a full, ripe, rich and structured wine. It brings out great fruitiness as well as a textured, dry and solid character. Balanced and concentrated, this imposing wine needs a couple of years to develop. Drink from 2015.",Portal da Aguia Tinto,,89,Tejo,,,Quinta da Alorna 2010 Portal da Aguia Tinto Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-alorna-2010-portal-aguia-tinto-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Quinta da Alorna 12,Sparkling,France,"While almost bone-dry, this Champagne has intense apple and citrus fruitiness along with a fine texture that's stylish and crisp. Extra bottle age will improve this tight, steely wine and bring out the quality of the fruit. Drink from 2014.",L'Extra Brut,65,89,Champagne,Champagne,,J. Dumangin Fils NV L'Extra Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-dumangin-fils-nv-lextra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,J. Dumangin Fils 14,Red,US,"Basket-pressed and aged for 10 months in 20% new oak, this estate-grown Pinot Noir has lovely berry and cherry scents and flavors. It's spicy, varietal, and brambly, with a medium-deep palate and accents of dried herbs.",,20,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Illahe 2012 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/illahe-2012-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,Illahe 13.5,White,Portugal,"With crisp citrus aromas, this is a fresh and fragrant wine that shows a cool aspect to the hot Alentejo. Fruit-forward, with subtle hints of wood, a dry texture and some aging potential. Drink now, or hold and try after 2015.",Colheita Seleccionada,13,89,Alentejano,,,Herdade de São Miguel 2012 Colheita Seleccionada White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-sao-miguel-2012-colheita-seleccionada-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2012,Herdade de São Miguel 13.5,Red,France,"There is an animal, undergrowth character to this wine, along with a foursquare, solid structure. The wine has power and is developing slowly, with the dry outer skin concealing the fruit potential underneath. Drink from 2017.",Les Murgers Premier Cru,,89,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Henri de Villamont 2010 Les Murgers Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2010-murgers-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2010,Henri de Villamont 13.5,Red,France,"Spicy and aromatic, this is a wine with great acidity and structure to complement delicious red fruits. The palate has weight, richness and a firm texture, with hints of the wood aging that will need to integrate before drinking. Drink from 2016.",Clos de Verger,,89,Burgundy,Pommard,,Henri de Villamont 2010 Clos de Verger (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2010-clos-verger-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2010,Henri de Villamont 12,Sparkling,France,"Only just off dry, this is a crisp Champagne with a cookie-pastry flavor that balances fresh lemon and orange-zest flavors. While fine with food, this would be an excellent apéritif.",Délice Demi-Sec,,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru NV Délice Demi-Sec (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-nv-delice-demi-sec-champagne-180922/,Champagne Blend,,Mailly Grand Cru 13,White,Italy,This elegant Vermentino from Tuscany has a lovely floral fragrance of white flowers and stone fruit accompanied by succulent peach and ripe pear flavors. The fruit richness is balanced by crisp freshness.,,22,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Sada 2012 Vermentino (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sada-2012-italian-white-vermentino-toscana/,Vermentino,2012,Sada 14.7,Red,US,"A soft, creamy texture houses buttery flavors of blackberry jam and mocha in this Cab, which has a drop of Merlot. It's flashy and opulent, in the modern Napa style, with relatively high alcohol that gives a bite of heat. Drink it over the next six years.",Estate,62,89,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Robinson Family Vineyards 2010 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robinson-family-2010-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Robinson Family Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"Flavor-wise, this is a huge wine, bursting with raspberries, cherries and persimmons. The texture is pure silk and satin, as light and airy as Pinot gets, yet with a ghostly weight. Drink now with your most Pinot-friendly foods.",Orange Label,45,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Roadhouse Winery 2011 Orange Label Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roadhouse-winery-2011-orange-label-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Roadhouse Winery 13,White,Portugal,"A wood-aged white that is gently spicy, while also ripe and fruity. It has great balance, with its rounded character cut by delicious citrus and peach flavors. It will certainly age, so drink from 2015.",Reserva Branco,,89,Douro,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2012 Reserva Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-2012-reserva-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2012,Quinta de la Rosa 13.5,Red,US,"This is a blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot, and 5% undisclosed varieties. The alcohol is a refreshingly low 13.5%. The flavors are of black currants, cassis, softened cola and leather, with plenty of peppery spices. Should hold in the bottle for a few years, but fine to drink now, after a few hours of decanting to let it breathe.",Arleyna,59,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stein Family 2010 Arleyna Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stein-family-2010-arleyna-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Stein Family 14.8,Red,US,"This is a 100% Cabernet. It has deep, ripe flavors of black currants, licorice and raspberries, with hints of dark chocolate and toast. The tannins and acids are a bit fierce, suggesting that a few years in the cellar are warranted.",Lagomarsino Vineyard,50,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,St. Francis 2010 Lagomarsino Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2010-lagomarsino-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,St. Francis 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a rich demi-sec without being too sweet. It has a good balance of ripe creamed-pear and baked-apple flavors along with a bright layer of acidity. It's an harmonious whole, and ready to drink now.",White Label Demi-Sec,48,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin NV White Label Demi-Sec (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-nv-white-label-demi-sec-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 13.5,Red,Italy,"Antichello opens with earthy aromas of underbrush, berry and tobacco with a hint of meat juices. The palate yields delicious black cherry along with notes of mint and nutmeg. It's structured but also fresh and very easy to drink.",Antichello,26,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Santa Sofia 2011 Antichello (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-sofia-2011-antichello-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Santa Sofia 14.4,Red,US,"This Cab, which contains small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, is the poster child for the modern Napa style of exceptional fruitiness, softness and sweet oakiness. You'll either love the mélange of blackberries, cherries and mocha, or you'll find it overbearing.",,150,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Gallica 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallica-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Gallica 13.5,Red,Uruguay,"Aromas of baked berries and spice are mature and complex. This feels rich and almost lactic, while oaky, buttery flavors of roasted berry fruits and molasses finish soft and cuddly, with a licorice note. Drink this very nice Uruguayan blend of Tannat and other red grapes now.",Preludio,52,89,Juanico,,,Familia Deicas 2006 Preludio Red (Juanico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-deicas-2006-preludio-red-juanico/,Red Blend,2006,Familia Deicas 12,Sparkling,France,"An intensely fruity Champagne, made for the Tsars of Russia, this is crisp with apple and citrus flavors. It has some depth, with a tight, steely texture and grapefruit acidity. There is some softness on the finish.",Tsarine Premier Cru Brut,60,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Chanoine NV Tsarine Premier Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanoine-nv-tsarine-premier-cru-brut-champagne-179134/,Champagne Blend,,Chanoine 11.5,White,Canada,"Hailing from the winery's Cave Spring Vineyard, it's dry in style with notes of notes of lime, slat, and mint backed by tart, mouthwatering acids that draw out the finish.",Estate Bottled Cave Spring Vineyard,16,89,Ontario,Beamsville Bench,,Cave Spring 2011 Estate Bottled Cave Spring Vineyard Riesling (Beamsville Bench),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-spring-2011-estate-bottled-vineyard-riesling-beamsville-bench/,Riesling,2011,Cave Spring 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This elegant sparkling wine has a subdued fragrance that reveals delicate floral and nut aromas. The palate is more expressive, offering citrus, tropical fruit and roasted almond flavors. The pleasant foamy texture is accompanied by lively acidity.",Brut,28,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Antica Fratta NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-fratta-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Antica Fratta 13,Red,US,"Dark and fragrant, this interesting Syrah opens quickly with blue and black berries, a streak of balsamic, and suggestions of bloody meat. Off to a great start, it thins out through the finish, while remaining interesting with surprising complexity.",Calkins Lane Vineyard,45,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Adelsheim 2010 Calkins Lane Vineyard Syrah (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2010-calkins-lane-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Syrah,2010,Adelsheim 14.4,Red,US,"Almost all syrah with just a smidgeon of viognier (0.4%) added, it has notes of cherry, mint, and blackberry. Buttery oak spices (22% new French) accent sweet fruit flavors though a long, expressive finish.",Estate,30,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2009 Estate Syrah (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2009-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-umpqua-valley/,Syrah,2009,Abacela 13,Red,US,"Elizabeth's Reserve is comprised of Adelsheim's “best barrels from our best lots.” In this light vintage it brings scents and flavors of pretty cherry and apple fruit, along with a hint of milk chocolate. The tannins are moderate, and there's a streak of root beer and a little stemmy bitterness carrying through the finish.",Elizabeth's Reserve,55,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2011 Elizabeth's Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2011-elizabeths-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Adelsheim 14,Red,France,"This wine has weight and concentration, heavy on the tannins at this stage. Wild strawberry and dark plum fruits are taking their time to show through the structure. Dark tannins from firm wood aging and extracted fruit can also be found here. Drink from 2015.",Muse,16,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château la Favière 2010 Muse (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-faviere-2010-muse-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Favière 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a fully mature wine showcasing toast, ripe fruit and citrus acidity at their best. It is not a dry wine, with signs of a relatively high dosage, but that gives the wine softness as well as richness. Ready to drink now, but it will also keep until 2020.",Tsarine Millésime Brut,,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Chanoine 2008 Tsarine Millésime Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanoine-2008-tsarine-millesime-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2008,Chanoine 14.5,Red,US,"Borra's blend of 80% Petite Sirah, 10% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre has three strong personalities vying for attention with Petite Sirah definitely dominant in juicy, blueberry fruit and a core of dusty tannins, with just a suggestion of meaty game. Structured this is a nice wine to pair with a rich risotto or leg of lamb.",47.5 Degree,35,89,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Borra 2010 47.5 Degree Red (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borra-2010-475-degree-red-central-valley-lodi/,Red Blend,2010,Borra 12,Sparkling,France,"Named after Léonie Duchêne, one of the founders of the company, this is a toasty bottling. It has an onion-skin pink color and delicate aromas of red fruits which show on the palate, along with a crisp and dry acidity. Ready to drink.",Cuvée Léonie Brut Rosé,,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Canard-Duchêne NV Cuvée Léonie Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canard-duchene-nv-cuvee-leonie-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Canard-Duchêne 8.5,White,Germany,"Beautifully aromatic, this kabinett abounds with luscious peach and honeysuckle perfumes. On the palate, the flavors veer toward peach marmalade. It packs a punch, but stays brisk and delicate in texture, making it refreshingly easy to savor.",Ürziger Würzgarten Kabinett,22,89,Mosel,,,C.H. Berres 2011 Ürziger Würzgarten Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ch-berres-2011-urziger-wurzgarten-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,C.H. Berres 13.5,Red,Italy,"Castelgreve is a refreshingly straightforward Chianti Classico made for sheer drinking pleasure. It has a lovely fragrance of violets and berry with a hint of pressed powder. The vibrant palate offers up bright red cherry, white pepper, clove and thyme along with silky tannins and freshness.",Castelgreve,17,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castelli del Grevepesa 2010 Castelgreve (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelli-grevepesa-2010-castelgreve-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Castelli del Grevepesa 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This has a heady fragrance of orange blossom and apricot. The smooth, creamy palate offers white peach, lemon drop and citrus flavors, plus a note of cream-filled pastry. The wine has a round structure and refined effervescence.",Satèn Brut,39,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Villa 2009 Satèn Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-2009-saten-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2009,Villa 14,Red,Portugal,"A solid and textured wine, Catapereiro Reserva is full-bodied and rich. With dark berry and ripe plum fruit characteristics, as well as firm tannins, it is a serious and complex wine that deserves aging. Drink from 2015.",Companhia das Lezírias Catapereiro Reserva,19,89,Tejo,,,Wines & Winemakers 2011 Companhia das Lezírias Catapereiro Reserva Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2011-companhia-das-lezirias-catapereiro-reserva-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2011,Wines & Winemakers 14.5,Red,US,"This wine is just what a Sonoma Valley Cabernet should be. It's softly tannic and likeable now, with rich, ripe blackberry, black currant, blueberry and oak flavors. Shows real elegance as well as structural integrity.",,40,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gundlach Bundschu 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Gundlach Bundschu 10,White,Germany,"Hints of crushed wet stones lend intense minerality to zesty lemon-lime and floral aromas on the nose. It's just a shade off dry in style, with elegant stone fruit flavors and nervous acidity that ripples on the palate.",Scharzhofberger Kabinett,70,89,Mosel,,,Egon Müller 2011 Scharzhofberger Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/egon-muller-2011-scharzhofberger-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Egon Müller 14.5,Red,Italy,"Poggio Valente opens with a fragrance of ripe black cherry, oak and vanilla. The palate delivers cherry and plum layered with mint, toasted oak, chocolate and coffee notes. It has soft tannins and is already at its ideal drinking window so enjoy soon.",Poggio Valente Riserva,50,89,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Fattoria Le Pupille 2009 Poggio Valente Riserva (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-le-pupille-2009-poggio-valente-riserva-red-morellino-scansano/,Red Blend,2009,Fattoria Le Pupille 14.1,White,US,"This Chardonnay is flamboyantly ripe with orange, peach and vanilla flavors. It's made in an oaky style that's appealing to a wide audience, and brightened with crisp acidity.",Grace Benoist Ranch Estate,32,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Etude 2011 Grace Benoist Ranch Estate Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2011-grace-benoist-ranch-estate-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Etude 16.2,Red,US,"Tastes so softly decadent, so rich in jam and chocolate flavors, that it's no surprise to learn the alcohol on this Merlot is a hefty 16.2% by volume. It's almost Port-like, but the finish is dry and clean. It's not for long aging, but with the right foods—Mexican mole beef or lamb comes to kind—this is a good marriage.",Blueline Vineyard,75,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hourglass 2010 Blueline Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hourglass-2010-blueline-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Hourglass 13,White,Portugal,"The Encruzado is Dão's own grape, rarely found outside this mountain region. Here, it has produced a smooth wine, with reminders of a mineral Chardonnay—textured, cool, collected and crisp. Apples and white fruits are laced with delicious, refreshing acidity. Drink from 2014.",Somontes Branco,18,89,Dão,,,Casa da Passarella 2012 Somontes Branco Encruzado (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-passarella-2012-somontes-branco-portuguese-white-encruzado-dao/,Encruzado,2012,Casa da Passarella 14.3,Red,US,"If you open this Pinot anytime soon, give it a good decanting. Right out of the bottle, it's tight and stingy. Exposure to the air will let it begin to breathe and allow the raspberry and cola fruit to emerge. Better still, cellar it for six years.",Cummings Vineyard,55,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ten Acre 2011 Cummings Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ten-acre-2011-cummings-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Ten Acre 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made with a blend of Corvina, Oseleta and Cabernet Franc, this offers concentrated black fruit flavors layered with spicy pepper notes and a hint of tobacco that are backed up smooth, round tannins. Pair it with hearty risottos or semi-seasoned cheeses.",Crearo della Conca d'Oro,,89,Veneto,Veronese,,Tommasi 2011 Crearo della Conca d'Oro Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2011-crearo-della-conca-doro-red-veronese/,Red Blend,2011,Tommasi 13.9,White,US,"An über aromatic wine with ripe peach, white flowers, and tropical notes. It's full bodied and richly flavored, with a lingering finish.",,21,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Spangler 2012 Viognier (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spangler-2012-viognier-southern/,Viognier,2012,Spangler 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,This sparkler offers an inviting fragrance of freshly baked sugar cookies and bread crust. The silky soft but vibrant palate shows citrus and almond notes. It's a classic wine for toasts and celebrations.,Sanseve Satèn,50,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Monte Rossa NV Sanseve Satèn (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-rossa-nv-sanseve-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Monte Rossa 15.5,Red,US,"Winemaker Thackrey says the vineyard was planted in 1905, but does not reveal the grape varieties. The wine is extraordinarily rich and ripe in blackberries, cherries, blueberries, chocolate and raisins, and also is quite high in alcohol. While it's technically dry, it has the sweetness of Port. Will divide the wine community into thumbs up and thumbs down.",Caifornia Native Rossi Vineyard,90,89,California,Napa,St. Helena,Sean Thackrey 2011 Caifornia Native Rossi Vineyard Red (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-thackrey-2011-caifornia-native-rossi-vineyard-red-napa-st-helena/,Red Blend,2011,Sean Thackrey 15,Red,US,"The alcohol on this Zin is hefty, giving it heat, and the fruit got exceptionally ripe, veering beyond blackberries into raisins, prunes and dark chocolate. It's something of a freak, but a beautiful one that defines the Peachy Canyon style.",Mustard Creek,38,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2011 Mustard Creek Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2011-mustard-creek-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2011,Peachy Canyon 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This lovely sparkling wine has aromas of white peach and bread crust. The palate delivers creamy peach and apricot flavors, along with notes of toasted almond. Crisp, quenching acidity makes for a clean finish.",Satèn,30,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Cola NV Satèn (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cola-nv-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Cola 14.5,Red,Chile,"If your impression of South America Malbec has been shaped by Argentina, then this Chilean example will be appealing. It's ripe and dense, with blackberry and animal hide aromas. The palate is rock solid in feel, with concentrated flavors of blackberry, cassis, cumin, pepper and chocolate. This gets oakier, darker and more compact on the finish.",Royale,26,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Koyle 2010 Royale Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koyle-2010-royale-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2010,Koyle 9.5,Dessert,Canada,"A very pretty, very varietal wine with notes of strawberry, cherry and jalapeno pepper. The palate is full of luscious, candied red fruit flavors that lead to a spice-filled finish.",Icewine,95,89,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Inniskillin 2008 Icewine Cabernet Franc (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inniskillin-2008-icewine-cabernet-franc-niagara-peninsula/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Inniskillin 13.5,Red,Germany,"Aromas of dried strawberry and cherry preserves brighten notes of toasted oak and dried herbs in this wine. The palate is crisp and youthful, with red cherry flavor, and a slightly bitter edge that adds depth and dimension. Soft, chalky tannins linger on the warming finish.",Bombacher Sommerhalde R GG Reserve Erste Lage,111,89,Baden,,,Huber 2009 Bombacher Sommerhalde R GG Reserve Erste Lage Spätburgunder (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2009-bombacher-sommerhalde-r-gg-reserve-erste-lage-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-baden/,Spätburgunder,2009,Huber 14.4,Red,US,"Gundlach Bundschu shows how delicious a young Pinot Noir can be with this succulent 2011. It's softly rich and juicy in raspberries, cherries and cola, with a gentle touch of sweet, smoky oak. What a great, drink-me-now Pinot for a restaurant wine list.",Estate Vineyard,38,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Gundlach Bundschu 2011 Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-2011-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Gundlach Bundschu 12.7,Red,US,"Pungent and assertively herbal, this blend of Chehalem's three estate vineyards has aromatics to spare, along with an earthy mix of root, stem and brambly fruit. There's a streak of cola also, and it delivers plenty of power for a cool vintage wine that clocks in at 12.7% alcohol.",Three Vineyard,29,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2011 Three Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2011-three-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Chehalem 13,Red,France,"A ripe and fruity wine that has rich tannins and a soft, full structure. It has jammy black currant fruit flavors that are already developing well with spice from wood aging. There is a dry core that, with the acidity, will allow the wine to age well. Drink from 2015.",,,89,Bordeaux,Fronsac,,Château Vray Houchat 2010 Fronsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vray-houchat-2010-red-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Vray Houchat 13,Red,France,"Dusty aromas and spice notes introduce this robustly tannic wine with red-berry and currant flavors. A touch of acidity adds freshness to the fruitiness on the finish. It's a wine with potential, so drink from 2016.",Les Puillets Premier Cru,,89,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Château Philippe-le-Hardi 2011 Les Puillets Premier Cru (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-philippe-le-hardi-2011-puillets-premier-cru-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2011,Château Philippe-le-Hardi 10.5,Dessert,US,"Whiffs of dusty minerality add depth to pretty yellow-flower and orange notes. It's silken on the palate, with rich flavors of honey, orange peel and black tea. Piercing acidity extends the long, lingering finish.",Fiore Delle Stelle Ice Wine,40,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Casa Larga 2010 Fiore Delle Stelle Ice Wine Vidal Blanc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-larga-2010-fiore-delle-stelle-ice-wine-other-white-vidal-blanc-finger-lakes/,Vidal Blanc,2010,Casa Larga 12.5,White,Portugal,"For a Vinho Verde, this is rich and full-bodied, showing delicious acidity, crisp apples and a touch of tropical fruit. There's the typical prickle on the tongue that brings out freshness, but in fact this wine could age for a year.",Grande Escolha,10,89,Vinho Verde,,,Casa de Vilacetinho 2012 Grande Escolha White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-vilacetinho-2012-grande-escolha-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Casa de Vilacetinho 14,Red,Italy,"This blend of Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah has aromas of black fruit, cedar and oak. The dense palate is a bit forward, reflecting the vintage, and delivers black cherry, black currant, toasted oak and spice notes along with bracing tannins.",D'Amare Rosso,60,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Diadema 2011 D'Amare Rosso Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diadema-2011-damare-rosso-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2011,Diadema 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Fresh wild-strawberry flavor dominates this bright and youthful wine. It is dry and crisp, yet has a mouthfilling weight. Definitely a food Champagne and one that benefits from a few minutes aeration.",Rosé Désir Extra Brut,,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Vincent Couche NV Rosé Désir Extra Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vincent-couche-nv-rose-desir-extra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Vincent Couche 12.5,White,France,"This is a mineral-driven wine, that's tight and crisp, but with a chalky texture. A strong citrus element cuts through the structure, lending a taut, nervy character. It needs a time to settle down, so drink from 2014.",,,89,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Nicolas Potel 2012 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-potel-2012-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2012,Nicolas Potel 15,Red,France,"This hugely ripe Merlot has created a monster of a wine, heavily laden with bitter coffee extraction as well as very ripe black plum fruits. Big and concentrated, this is a wine to be enjoyed for its profusion and excess.",,22,89,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château Siaurac 2010 Lalande de Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-siaurac-2010-red-lalande-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Siaurac 13,Red,Portugal,"The high altitude Cardo vineyard always produces finely structured wines that need aging. This firm, initially austere wine shows good potential as its bright red fruits develop and the firmer tannins come into balance. The acidity gives a fine freshness to the aftertaste. Drink from 2015.",Quinta do Cardo,12,89,Beira Interior,,,Companhia das Quintas 2010 Quinta do Cardo Red (Beira Interior),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2010-quinta-cardo-red-beira-interior/,Portuguese Red,2010,Companhia das Quintas 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This rosé opens with a floral and fruity fragrance of orange blossom and strawberry. The palate delivers white cherry, creamy berry, Alpine herb, clove and cinnamon notes. The wine is fresh and elegantly sparkling.",Athena Rosé,30,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Cola NV Athena Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cola-nv-athena-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Cola 14.7,Red,US,"North Carolina-based Biltmore turns to Dry Creek for Cabernet, with good results. The wine is dry, full-bodied and tannic, with briary, brambly flavors of sweet, wild blackberries, cherries, chamomile tea, cola and anise. It's a sophisticated wine to drink now, at a fair price.",Reserve,25,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Biltmore Estate 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/biltmore-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Biltmore Estate 12.7,Red,US,"Rhubarb, pie cherry and tart strawberries comprise the fruit component of this young, tangy Pinot Noir. The acidity is still pronounced, and suggests that further aging is a good idea. A nice dusting of cinnamon adds interest to the finish.",Coast Range Estate,55,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Trisaetum 2011 Coast Range Estate Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2011-coast-range-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2011,Trisaetum ,Red,US,"This Pinot shows hints of the unripeness that plagues so many 2011 Pinots, but they show up as a slight note of sweet red beets that is by no means unpleasant. Fortunately, there's also plenty of cherry jam fruit to carry the wine to richness. With brisk acidity and some dusty tannins, it's fine to drink now, especially with lamb or beef.",Rosella's Vineyard,52,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Roar 2011 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roar-2011-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Roar 14.5,Red,US,"High-toned notes of cranberries, raspberries, cola and pomegranates mark this Pinot. Brisk acidity brightens and heightens the flavors, making the wine especially food-friendly, while oak brings delicious vanilla and toast complications. Ready to drink now.",Yellow Label,45,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Roadhouse Winery 2011 Yellow Label Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roadhouse-winery-2011-yellow-label-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Roadhouse Winery 13.7,Red,US,"This bottling has been variable over the years, sometimes great, sometimes merely good. The challenging 2011 vintage has yielded something in the middle. The wine is nicely dry and silky in texture, yet it has real weight in the raspberry, cherry and red currant flavors. Doesn't seem to be an ager, so drink now–2016.",Mesa,48,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Riverbench 2011 Mesa Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverbench-2011-mesa-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Riverbench 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Petit Verdot from southern Tuscany offers aromas of mature black fruit, oak and spice. The palate shows plum, fig, vanilla, nutmeg and oak layered with bitter chocolate. Give this a few more years to soften aggressive tannins.",Per Cecco,40,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Terre di Talamo 2009 Per Cecco Petit Verdot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-talamo-2009-per-cecco-petit-verdot-toscana/,Petit Verdot,2009,Terre di Talamo 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a robust and delicious Ripasso that has earthy aromas of fresh tilled soil along with berry, spice and a hint of raisin. The palate delivers rich blackberry, white pepper, tobacco and nutmeg. It also has fresh acidity and will pair well with aged cheeses or salami.",,29,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Santa Sofia 2010 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-sofia-2010-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Santa Sofia 13.5,White,Chile,"Varietally correct aromas of grapefruit and lime show a touch of coastal Leyda's patented cool-climate, vegetal qualities. In the mouth, this is tangy and fresh, with scallion, green herb, grapefruit and tangerine flavors. A long, persistent finish is minerally and oceanic in style, with some bitterness.",Medalla Real Gran Reserva,18,89,Leyda Valley,,,Santa Rita 2012 Medalla Real Gran Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2012-medalla-real-gran-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Santa Rita 12,Sparkling,France,"In keeping with the dry style that marks Jeaunaux-Robin Champagne, this is a taut, crisply fruity wine. It has light, bright fruits with a touch of more mature toast and cookie flavors. It's just ready to drink.",Sélection Extra Brut,75,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Jeaunaux-Robin NV Sélection Extra Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeaunaux-robin-nv-selection-extra-brut-champagne-180936/,Champagne Blend,,Jeaunaux-Robin 14,Red,Chile,"Ripe plum and berry aromas come with floral accents as well as touches of horse hide and leather. The palate is firm and direct, with balanced tannins and acidity working with flavors of dark berry fruits, chocolate, pepper and spice. The finish is chocolaty, with hints of vanilla, herbs and heat.",Reserva,16,89,Cachapoal Valley,,,Lagar de Bezana 2011 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagar-bezana-2011-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Lagar de Bezana 14.5,White,US,"A 50-case release from Six Sigma, this Sauvignon Blanc is fleshy, dark and complex, complete with lime, lemon and guava tones. It'll stand up to creamy shellfish dishes or a platter of fresh oysters—an intense study in barrel-kissed Lake County Sauvignon Blanc.",Bootleg Limited Release,36,89,California,Lake County,Lake County,Six Sigma Ranch 2012 Bootleg Limited Release Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-sigma-ranch-2012-bootleg-limited-release-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Six Sigma Ranch 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made entirely from Chardonnay, this sparkling wine opens with delicate aromas of lemon peel, peach blossom, acacia and toasted bread. The fresh palate delivers peach, apricot and kiwi notes.",Novalia Brut,24,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Villa Crespia NV Novalia Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-crespia-nv-novalia-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Villa Crespia 12,Sparkling,France,"The Lelarge family has been on the northern slopes of the Montagne de Reims since the 18th century. The family's non-vintage Champagne is soft, rounded and creamy. It has fresh citrus and tangy orange zest fruits that are tight, crisp and with a direct line of acidity. It's totally ready to drink.",Premier Cru Brut Tradition,40,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Lelarge-Pugeot NV Premier Cru Brut Tradition (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lelarge-pugeot-nv-premier-cru-brut-tradition-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Lelarge-Pugeot 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkling wine offers sweet floral aromas of peach blossom and white cherry. The frothy palate delivers creamy lemon and apple flavors, that finish dry, with a note of bitter almond. Pair it with shellfish or enjoy as an apéritif.",Satèn,36,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,La Valle NV Satèn (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-valle-nv-saten-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,La Valle 15.5,Red,US,"High in alcohol and exceptionally ripe, in the Peachy Canyon style, with raisin, blackberry jam, pomegranate, crushed pepper and dark chocolate flavors. This porty Zin defines its triumphant style, in a flashy, impressive way.",Old Bailey,38,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2011 Old Bailey Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2011-old-bailey-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2011,Peachy Canyon 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This dry Champagne is Hatton's standard cuvée, a fine example of the house style—a purity of fruit along with a taut, mineral character. The wine is worthy of some bottle aging, but can easily be drunk now.",Brut Réserve,,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Jean-Noël Haton NV Brut Réserve (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-noel-haton-nv-brut-reserve-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Jean-Noël Haton 14.2,Red,US,"This Pinot Noir is typical to Etude's characteristic style— full bodied, tannic and deliciously extracted with black raspberry, cranberry, orange zest and oak flavors. It's not particularly ageable, as other vintages have been, but has a softly rich, drink-me-now appeal.",Estate Grown Grace Benoist Ranch,42,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Etude 2011 Estate Grown Grace Benoist Ranch Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2011-estate-grown-grace-benoist-ranch-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2011,Etude 13,White,France,"This very lemony wine is crisp and cool from the mountain vineyards of Savoy. It has a bright, creamy texture and baked-apple and pear flavors accented with a shot of citrusy acidity. It's a wine to drink now.",,18,89,France Other,Roussette de Savoie,,Domaine de l'Idylle 2012 Roussette de Savoie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lidylle-2012-other-white-altesse-roussette-savoie/,Altesse,2012,Domaine de l'Idylle 11,White,France,"Soft and light, this is a fresh, fragrant wine, full of bright, lemony acidity and fruitiness. It's the perfect apéritif with its lively texture and bouncy, crisp feel.",Cruet,14,89,France Other,Savoie,,Domaine de l'Idylle 2012 Cruet Jacquère (Savoie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lidylle-2012-cruet-other-white-jacquere-savoie/,Jacquère,2012,Domaine de l'Idylle 13,Red,France,"The aromas are of new wood and toast as much as fruit, and this follows on the palate. It has strong burnt-toast flavors along with a full textured palate. Blackberry fruits are under this weight of wood, and need several years to emerge, although the wine will always have a strong wood component. Drink from 2017",,30,89,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Roquetaillade la Grange 2009 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roquetaillade-grange-2009-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Roquetaillade la Grange 14.1,Red,US,"The addition of a few drops of Viognier was an important and intelligent winemaking decision. It takes Syrah's blackberries, cherries and currants, which are a little soft and direct, and gives them Viognier's acidic boost, as well as a stimulating cut of lime. Drink this wine soon, but decant it for an hour or two.",North Slope,37,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Demetria 2010 North Slope Syrah-Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2010-north-slope-shiraz-syrah-syrah-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah-Viognier,2010,Demetria 13.9,Red,US,"Right out of the bottle, this Pinot offers acid-driven raspberry, cola, persimmon and cranberry flavors. It's dry and elegantly tailored, with alcohol below 14% by volume. Something about it, though, tastes immature and rough. Give it 5–6 years in a decent cellar and see what happens.",Soberanes Vineyard,45,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Bruliam 2011 Soberanes Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruliam-2011-soberanes-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Bruliam 14.5,Red,US,"Sourced from the Clockspring Vineyard, this Sangiovese has a strong, long-lingering personality, smoky and intense in plum, baked strawberry and tobacco plus, a leathery streak of roasted herbs amid a solid texture of dark chocolate. It's the wine to pair with roast chicken similarly garnished in herbs, and similar fowl.",Reposado,24,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Borjón 2010 Reposado Sangiovese (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borjon-2010-reposado-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Sangiovese,2010,Borjón 14,Red,Italy,"This wine offers an inviting fragrance of red berries, violet and Mediterranean herbs. The palate delivers ripe red cherry, white pepper, clove and thyme balanced by firm tannins and fresh acidity. Pair this with hearty pasta dishes or grilled red meats.",Riserva Tempo,20,90,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Terre di Talamo 2010 Riserva Tempo (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-talamo-2010-riserva-tempo-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2010,Terre di Talamo 14.8,Red,US,"It's not clear what Swanson means by the word “instant,” although this blend, which contains some Merlot and Petit Verdot, is rich enough in blackberries, cherries and mocha to enjoy now. It's also a complex wine, layered withNapa tannins and an opulent overlay of new French oak. Give it a good, long decanting and drink over the next six years.",Instant Napa,60,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Swanson 2010 Instant Napa Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-2010-instant-napa-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Swanson 14.2,White,US,"This is another intensely crafted Sauvignon Blanc from Casey Flat. This wine opens with muted aromatics of orange rind and melon, a swirl of sweet jasmine too. It has a rich, creamy palate that captures the warm climate of the vintage and its provenance.",,23,89,California,Central Valley,Capay Valley,Casey Flat Ranch 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Capay Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casey-flat-ranch-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley-capay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Casey Flat Ranch 15,Red,Italy,"This Amarone opens with a fragrance of forest floor, plum cake and pipe tobacco. The rich, velvety palate delivers blackberry and wild cherry layered with cinnamon and cocoa. It's enveloping and already enjoyable but hold for another few years for more complexity.",,48,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Zeni 2010 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zeni-2010-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Zeni 11,Dessert,Canada,"Lightly aromatic with notes of currant, cranberry and spice. The palate is all about balance, with sugary fruit flavors that are drawn out in the finish.",Icewine,70,90,Ontario,Niagara-On-The-Lake,,Pillitteri 2011 Icewine Cabernet Franc (Niagara-On-The-Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pillitteri-2011-icewine-cabernet-franc-niagara-lake/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Pillitteri 11.5,Dessert,Canada,"A very pretty wine with a refined aroma profile of wild strawberry, wet stone, dried cherry and peppery spice backed by rich, candied fruit flavors that manage retain deftness.",Icewine,70,90,Ontario,Niagara-On-The-Lake,,Pillitteri 2010 Icewine Cabernet Sauvignon (Niagara-On-The-Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pillitteri-2010-icewine-cabernet-sauvignon-niagara-lake/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Pillitteri 13,White,Portugal,"A blend of Arinto and Antão Vaz, this is an impressively structured and concentrated wine. Ripe and flowery, with flavors of mango and yellow fruit. The smooth yet tangy structure gives pleasure now, but also promises aging. Drink until 2019.",Dom Rafael Branco,15,90,Alentejo,,,Mouchão 2012 Dom Rafael Branco White (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mouchao-2012-dom-rafael-branco-white-alentejo/,Portuguese White,2012,Mouchão 14.5,Red,US,"Each of the three varieties in the blend brings its own unique contribution. Zinfandel, the majority, gives spicy wild-berry flavors and robust body. Cabernet Sauvignon lends its firm tannins and deep black-currant flavors, while Merlot adds a soft, sensual mouthfeel. The resulting wine is easy to drink now with almost anything calling for a full-bodied dry red wine.",Z Blend,48,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Paraduxx 2010 Z Blend Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraduxx-2010-z-blend-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Paraduxx 12,Sparkling,France,"This delicious, opulent Blanc de Blancs emphasizes rich fruit as much as minerality. Full of ripe apple flavor, along with hints of lemon juice and apricot, this has a fine depth of flavor and delivers a fragrant, refreshing finish.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,55,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Drappier NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drappier-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Drappier 14,Red,Portugal,"This is a powerful example of the natural richness of Alentejo wines. With its dark fruits and smooth texture, it is a rich and concentrated wine, now mature and showing spice, leather, layers of wood aging and a dark, brooding feeling. It is ready to drink, so drink until 2018.",Garrafeira dos Sócios,18,90,Alentejo,,,Cooperativa Reguengos de Monsaraz 2007 Garrafeira dos Sócios Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooperativa-reguengos-monsaraz-2007-garrafeira-socios-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2007,Cooperativa Reguengos de Monsaraz 13,Red,US,"Tart and fruity, with young fruit flavors of spiced cranberry and sappy raspberry, this may be a touch too sour for some palates. But if acid is what you like, and you want a Pinot with some snap and verve, this will suit you just fine.",Estate,29,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Cherry Hill 2011 Estate Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cherry-hill-2011-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Cherry Hill 14,Red,Italy,"This Tuscan Merlot has a fragrance of ripe plum, berry and cocoa. The palate delivers black currant layered with chocolate and finishes on a drying note of wood. It doesn't have much complexity but it has very attractive fruit.",Girolamo,50,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Bossi 2010 Girolamo Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bossi-2010-girolamo-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2010,Castello di Bossi 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Alain Thiénot's non vintage is ripe, rich and full-bodied—a departure from typical house style. It has signifcant weight on the palate with yellow- and citrus-fruit flavors, and a soft, generous feel. The finish is crisp, exhibiting acidity laced with lime.",Brut,,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Thiénot NV Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thienot-nv-brut-champagne-180991/,Champagne Blend,,Thiénot 13.2,Red,US,"Lots of flashy, ripe raspberry, cherry, softened cola and persimmon flavors in this dry, softly approachable Pinot Noir. It has the elegant texture you want in the variety, with silky tannins and a mouthwatering burst of acidity. The alcohol is a refreshingly low 13.2% by volume.",Thomson Vineyard,40,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,There 2011 Thomson Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/there-2011-thomson-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2011,There 13.9,Red,US,"Black cherry fruit anchors this pleasing bottle, nuanced with cola and a streak of chocolate. The tannins are smooth and supple, and the earthiness common in this AVA is carefully managed.",Single Vineyard Series Zena Crown Vineyard,25,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Kudos 2012 Single Vineyard Series Zena Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kudos-2012-single-vineyard-series-zena-crown-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2012,Kudos 12,Sparkling,France,"A pretty onion-skin colored wine, this has soft texture, light acidity and a warm, rounded character. Tart red currants provide freshness and crispness to a palate that's weighty and concentrated with flavor. A finely balanced wine that can be drunk now.",No 69 Brut Rosé,25,88,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,JCB NV No 69 Brut Rosé (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jcb-nv-no-69-brut-rose-sparkling-blend-cremant-bourgogne/,Sparkling Blend,,JCB 14.2,Red,US,"This is a very good Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. It's dry, full-bodied and has an impeccable tannin-acid structure, with complex flavors of blackberries, currants, herbs and sweet oak. Ready to drink now.",,55,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Valley Legend 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-legend-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Valley Legend 14.5,Red,US,"With a core of vanilla-black fruit, this is a soft and approachable Primitivo with drying tannins and a lengthy leathery finish.",,24,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Fiddletown Cellars 2011 Primitivo (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiddletown-cellars-2011-zinfandel-primitivo-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Primitivo,2011,Fiddletown Cellars 14.5,Red,Italy,"This straightforward Barbera offers a ripe berry and spice fragrance punctuated with undertones of toasted oak. The palate delivers succulent black cherry, white pepper, hints of well-integrated oak and a touch of vanilla. Pair this with pasta topped with ragù or seasoned cheeses. Imported by Saranty Imports, Pleasure Elite.",Santa Rosalia,22,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Mauro Sebaste 2011 Santa Rosalia (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-sebaste-2011-santa-rosalia-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2011,Mauro Sebaste 14.3,Red,US,"This is a sound Pinot Noir, well-made and clean, with some complexity. It's your basic Russian River Valley, dry and crisp in acidity, with pleasant cola, red currant, cranberry and pomegranate flavors. Doesn't seem like an ager, so drink up.",,38,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ten Acre 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ten-acre-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Ten Acre 14,Red,France,"Fine tannins push this wine forward. It has weight and richness, red plum and berry fruit flavors and a tight, acid texture. It can age for several years, so drink from 2014.",,18,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château la Favière 2010 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-faviere-2010-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Favière 12,Sparkling,France,This non vintage from Canard-Duchêne is a light wine—typical to the house style— that would be refreshing as an apéritif. It has soft apple flavors that are brightened with acidity. Finishes quite fruity.,Authentique Brut,,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Canard-Duchêne NV Authentique Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canard-duchene-nv-authentique-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Canard-Duchêne 14,Red,Italy,"Unusually ripe prune aromas, along with tobacco leaf and spice, open the bouquet of this wine. The prune sensation carries over to the palate, but it also shows black cherry, clove and nutmeg. The tannins and acidity are already evolved so drink soon.",Lamole,38,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castelli del Grevepesa 2008 Lamole (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelli-grevepesa-2008-lamole-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Castelli del Grevepesa 12,White,Portugal,"A traditional grape in Vinho Verde, Azal is relatively rare. The wine has an attractive prickle, a touch of pepper and ripe apple flavors. Fresh and crisp, yet with a round mouthfeel that gives apparent weight.",,15,87,Vinho Verde,,,Casa de Vilacetinho 2012 Azal (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-vilacetinho-2012-portuguese-white-azal-vinho-verde/,Azal,2012,Casa de Vilacetinho 13.9,White,US,"No oak is apparent in this ripe, vibrant Sauvignon Blanc. It has fruit-forward flavors of citrus and tropical fruits, peaches and green apples, brightened with crisp acidity. The grapes were sourced from Monterey and San Luis Obispo counties.",,15,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Edna Valley Vineyard 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Edna Valley Vineyard 14.1,White,US,"Pretty aromatics of apricot, pear and vanilla, along with a suggestion of pineapple lurks in the background of this California Verdelho from this respected vineyard with hard-to-find Spanish and Portuguese varieties. Crisp with a hint of wood, enjoy before a meal or with strong cheeses.",Silvaspoons Vineyards,16,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Fenestra 2012 Silvaspoons Vineyards Verdelho (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2012-silvaspoons-spanish-white-verdelho-central-valley-lodi/,Verdelho,2012,Fenestra 13.5,White,US,"This is a classic, well made Lake County Sauvignon Blanc. It's creamy with fig, vanilla, cantaloupe and pineapple flavors, but with a crisp finish.",,16,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Guenoc 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2012-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Guenoc 13,Red,US,Underwood is fast-becoming one of Oregon's best values in Pinot Noir. Light and pretty raspberry fruit gains mass and flavor interest with well-integrated veins of stem and earth. It's nicely balanced and true to variety.,,12,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Underwood 2012 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/underwood-cellars-2012-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2012,Underwood 14.3,White,US,"Made full-throttle Burgundian style, this Chardonnay is easy to drink now, yet has complexity. The citrus and tropical fruit flavors are touched with sweet toast from oak and creamy, yeasty notes of lees.",Milady,36,87,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Y Rousseau 2010 Milady Chardonnay (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rousseau-2010-milady-chardonnay-napa-mount-veeder/,Chardonnay,2010,Y Rousseau 14.5,Red,US,"Sourced from an eastern Oregon vineyard, XIX includes retired NFL great Keyshawn Johnson as one of the partners. Packaged in a massively heavy bottle, this pure Cabernet is well along the aging curve after spending 18 months in Hungarian oak and some years in bottle. It's tannic and toasty to the point of tasting charred, with pastry plum and raisin fruit flavors. It finishes quickly, with a streak of bell pepper.",Echo West Vineyard,125,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,XIX 2007 Echo West Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xix-2007-echo-west-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,XIX 14,Red,France,"Soft for the vintage, here is a wine that has a ripe, opulent feel. Its tannins are fully integrated into the rich, forward blackberry fruits that are ripe and generous. The wine is not for long-term aging. Drink until 2019.",Quai Lumière,20,87,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Xavier Flouret 2010 Quai Lumière (Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xavier-flouret-2010-quai-lumiere-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Xavier Flouret 12.5,White,France,"This is a rich and fruity Chablis full of crisp apples, citrus and white peach. It's a great combination of both freshness and richness. It's fruitiness makes it approacheable, so drink from 2014.",Les Vieilles Vignes,,87,Burgundy,Chablis,,Pascal Bouchard 2011 Les Vieilles Vignes (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-bouchard-2011-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Pascal Bouchard ,Red,US,"This is classic Dry Creek Zin—dry, full-bodied and peppery, with briary, brambly wild berry, currant, licorice, tobacco, cola and sandalwood flavors. Awesome with pepper steak, ribs, barbecued chicken.",Bradford Mountain,29,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Ousterhout 2010 Bradford Mountain Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ousterhout-2010-bradford-mountain-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Ousterhout 11,Dessert,US,"Warm baking-spice and baked-apple aromas waft from this deeply fruity Vidal Blanc. It's delicately structured with a rippling, gentle mouthfeel, but backed by a reverberating apple-cider vinegar acidity. Made from grapes frozen after harvest.",Iced,25,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lucas Vineyards 2012 Iced Vidal Blanc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-2012-iced-other-white-vidal-blanc-finger-lakes/,Vidal Blanc,2012,Lucas Vineyards 14,Red,Italy,"If you enjoy wine with evident oak sensations, you'll love Saffredi. Made with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and a small amount of Syrah, this Tuscan is loaded with oak, sweet vanilla and espresso sensations. You can detect the dark fruit brooding beneath the surface, but it's muffled by the invasive oak.",Saffredi,125,87,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Fattoria Le Pupille 2010 Saffredi (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-le-pupille-2010-saffredi-maremma-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Fattoria Le Pupille 14.5,Red,Uruguay,"This Tannat is super ripe and raisiny up front, with leather and tree bark notes. The palate feels jammy and chewy, but with enough acidity to hold onto its balance. Flavors of stewed berry and plum are on the cusp of overripe, while licorice, carob and residual baked flavors work the finish. Drink now.",30 Barricas Edición Limitada,25,87,Canelones,,,Pueblo del Sol 2007 30 Barricas Edición Limitada Tannat (Canelones),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pueblo-sol-2007-30-barricas-edicion-limitada-other-red-tannat-canelones/,Tannat,2007,Pueblo del Sol 13.5,White,Portugal,"With its rich, yellow fruits and smooth texture, this is a delicious and creamy wine. Very fruity, very forward and fresh, it's a wine with weight as well as insistent acidity. It is ready to drink, a ripe wine full and fruity.",2 World's Branco,15,87,Tejo,,,Pinhal da Torre 2012 2 World's Branco White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinhal-torre-2012-2-worlds-branco-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2012,Pinhal da Torre 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made with 100% Sangiovese, this wine has a floral and fruit fragrance of violet and plum with hints of oak and espresso. The palate delivers ripe black cherry, clove, espresso and vanilla with notes of toasted oak. Pair this with spicy grilled chicken.",,17,87,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Piazzano 2009 Sangiovese (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piazzano-2009-sangiovese-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Sangiovese,2009,Piazzano 14,Red,US,"Great price for a Pinot this good. It's dry, light and delicate in the mouth, with a silky texture framing cranberry, pomegranate and raspberry sour-candy flavors. It's fancy enough to accompany classic Pinot fare, like salmon, tuna or lamb.",,16,87,California,California Other,California,La Merika 2011 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merika-2011-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,La Merika 14,White,US,"Just 10% of this wine was aged in new oak, with the balance aged in stainless steel. Still, that touch of oak is evident in the form of sweet vanilla and buttered toast. The fruit itself is ripe, with lusciously ripe oranges, melons, apricots and limes.",Block 21,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kelleher 2012 Block 21 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kelleher-2012-block-21-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Kelleher 14.1,White,US,"This blend of Grenache Blanc, Roussanne and Viognier is rich and ripe with tropical fruit, orange, apricot, lime and vanilla flavors. Crisp acidity balances it out, but it's still a ripe wine that will pair well with Asian fare that's slightly sweet and spicy.",Chemin de Fleurs,36,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Daou 2012 Chemin de Fleurs White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daou-2012-chemin-fleurs-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2012,Daou 14.2,White,US,"With flavors of apricots, oranges, mangoes and limes, this 100% Viognier is almost over the top with fruit. Yet it pulls back at the last moment, with a finale of minerality and acidity. Throughout, it retains Viognier's lush flamboyance. Drink now.",,38,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Daou 2011 Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daou-2011-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2011,Daou 15.4,White,US,"Although the label doesn't say so, this is 100% Sauvignon Blanc. It was fermented in stainless steel and aged for a year in 100% new French oak. It's a fancy wine, rich and ripe with citrus and tropical fruit flavors, but the oak is quite prominent.",Blanc,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crosby Roamann 2011 Blanc White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crosby-roamann-2011-blanc-white-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Crosby Roamann 14,Red,US,"A 100-percent Cab Franc aged in all new French oak, this wine opens with aromas of vanilla and coconut, before imparting a taste of soft cassis and raspberry jam. Tightly structured, let it open for an hour or so before enjoying with roast chicken or quiche Lorraine.",Silvaspoons Vineyards,26,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Enoteca Five 2010 Silvaspoons Vineyards Cabernet Franc (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enoteca-five-2010-silvaspoons-cabernet-franc-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Enoteca Five 14,Red,Portugal,"Using local grapes Jaen and Alfrocheiro in the blend, this fresh and fruity wine manages to combine great acidity and a firmly textured tannic character. It is still young and very fruity, but can be enjoyed now or aged for a few years.",Somontes Colheita,12,87,Dão,,,Casa da Passarella 2010 Somontes Colheita Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-passarella-2010-somontes-colheita-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2010,Casa da Passarella 11.5,Sparkling,US,"Made in the charmat method, this has a light mousse and subtle notes of tropical vanilla, lemon, lime and Golden Delicious apple. Semi-dry, the richness is offset by healthy acidity and a long finish.",Blanc de,20,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Bodkin 2012 Blanc de Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodkin-2012-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Bodkin ,Red,Chile,"Although this gets going with aggressive, herbal aromas of juniper and thyme mixed with iodine and black fruits, it doesn't come across green or challenged on the palate, which offers black plum, blackberry and spice flavors in front of a toasty finish with some heat.",La Joya Gran Reserva,15,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2010 La Joya Gran Reserva Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2010-joya-gran-reserva-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2010,Viña Bisquertt 12.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a full, fruity, rich and concentrated wine. It has bright red berries, some firm tannins and a good dense texture. It's also light and crisp, with acidity that cuts through the ripe fruitiness. Drink now through 2019.",Paxis Tinto,9,87,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2010 Paxis Tinto Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2010-paxis-tinto-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2010,DFJ Vinhos 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This rich and smooth, vanilla-flavored wine shows the big-hearted fruitiness of Alentejo wines. It has spice, soft tannins, plenty of ripe red plum and fruit flavors. It does not need aging, a fruity wine that is ready to drink.",Monte Alentejano Reserva,10,87,Alentejano,,,DFJ Vinhos 2010 Monte Alentejano Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2010-monte-alentejano-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2010,DFJ Vinhos 12,White,France,"Light, bright and fruity, this is a delicious glass of wine. It's fresh and crisp with fragrant white fruits layered with zesty citrus. It has a cool feel, with bright acidity adding lift to the finish.",,20,87,France Other,Chignin,,Domaine les Cantates 2012 Jacquère (Chignin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cantates-2012-other-white-jacquere-chignin/,Jacquère,2012,Domaine les Cantates 12,Red,France,"This is a fruity, fresh wine full of black currant and berry flavor. Delicately structured, there's a vein of fresh green herbs and bell-pepper flavors that lend crispness to the finish.",,,87,France Other,Savoie,,Domaine de l'Idylle 2011 Mondeuse (Savoie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lidylle-2011-other-red-mondeuse-savoie/,Mondeuse,2011,Domaine de l'Idylle 13.7,Red,US,"A complement to the winery's Estate-labeled Tempranillo, it's made in a more fruit forward, less tannic style—though there are still firm, grainy tannins aplenty. It has notes of pencil shavings, red fruit and sweet spices accented by mouthwatering acidity. Try it with food—preferably Spanish tapas—to see it at its best.",,21,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2010 Tempranillo (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2010-tempranillo-southern/,Tempranillo,2010,Abacela 13.5,Red,France,"A structured wine with ripe, gentle Merlot flavors and spiced with some more fragrant Cabernet. It has firm tannins alongside the red berry fruits and acidity, giving a wine with a medium-term potential. Drink from 2015.",,,87,Bordeaux,Lussac Saint-Émilion,,Château Bel-Air 2011 Lussac Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bel-air-2011-red-lussac-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Bel-Air 13.5,Red,France,"This is a very obviously wood-aged wine that also shows enough ripe blackberry fruit to give a fine balance. Structured, with dry tannins, acidity and a firm core, it needs a little time to age. Drink from 2015.",,13,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Fontana 2012 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fontana-2012-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Fontana 12,White,France,"With a dominance of Sémillon, this is a white wine with some weight. It has good acidity, lemongrass and citrus flavors along with a hint of more tropical elements. The finish, full of crisp fruit, shows some aging potential. Drink until 2019.",,18,87,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château d'Uza 2012 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-duza-2012-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château d'Uza 13.5,Red,France,"This is a smooth, ripe, lightly smoky wine. It has forward black currant fruits, right up front. Behind are some tight tannins, and a stalky character with fresh acidity. For short-term aging. Drink from 2015.",Cuvée Prestige,,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Cornemps 2011 Cuvée Prestige (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cornemps-2011-cuvee-prestige-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de Cornemps 14,Red,France,"Rich and dense, the wine has the fruitiness of the vintage along with a core of firmer tannins. Its black currant and berry flavors are right up front adding perfume to the acidity. Drink from 2016.",,,87,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Léon 2011 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leon-2011-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Léon 14.5,Red,US,"A Cab of light texture, well in balance, with savory red raspberry jam fruit amid a touch of spicy Provencal herbs. Well priced, it makes for a nice midweek treat alongside a steak au poivre or roast chicken.",,20,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Guenoc 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Guenoc 14,Rose,US,"Marianne's is made from Syrah grapes grown in the vineyard of the same name, the grapes pressed and resulting juice fermented on its own, making for a relatively meaty style of rosé, dry, with aromas of tart raspberry and an almost apricot fuzz, Sauvignon Blanc quality. Pair with stinky cheeses.",Marianne's,16,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Six Sigma Ranch 2012 Marianne's Rosé (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-sigma-ranch-2012-mariannes-rose-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Rosé,2012,Six Sigma Ranch 14.3,Red,US,"An intriguing wine with notes of burnt embers, black pepper and ash. The finish is light and silky in feel.",Reserve Syrah-Mourvèdre,,87,Idaho,,,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 2011 Reserve Syrah-Mourvèdre Red,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3-horse-ranch-2011-reserve-syrah-mourvedre-red-snake-river-valley/,Red Blend,2011,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 12,White,US,"A pretty, floral wine, bright with melon and honey, straightforwardly lean and ready to drink at your next picnic, hike or ski trip, a great value for a solidly well-made wine with texture to pair with charcuterie, falafel or spiced chickpeas.",Dry,11,87,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Blue Plate 2012 Dry Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-plate-2012-dry-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,2012,Blue Plate 14.2,Red,US,"With a soft mouthfeel and sweet, ripe raspberry, red currant, cola and oak flavors, this is a Pinot to drink now. It would be a mere candy bar, except for an earthy, grounding quality.",,36,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Amelle 2010 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amelle-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Amelle 13.5,Red,France,"This ripe, full bodied, black-fruited wine is impecabbly integrated with layers of soft tannins. Rounded in the mouth with a fine, smooth texture, it finishes tight with acidity and tart berry flavors.",Gaudou Exception,14,87,France Other,Vin de France,,Château de Gaudou 2011 Gaudou Exception Malbec (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaudou-2011-exception-malbec-vin/,Malbec,2011,Château de Gaudou 13.5,Red,France,"This light, fruity, strawberry-flavored wine has good acidity, soft tannins and just a touch of softness from ripe fruit. It's ready to drink, but will be best from 2015.",Le Village,32,87,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Henri de Villamont 2010 Le Village (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2010-le-village-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Henri de Villamont 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a wine that shows strong minerality but not much fruitiness. It has acidity, and is textured with a chalky mouthfeel, but the fruit character is subdued, making this a wine that is very crisp and tight.",Cuvée des Lys Brut Blanc de Blancs,85,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Philippe Fontaine NV Cuvée des Lys Brut Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philippe-fontaine-nv-cuvee-lys-brut-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Philippe Fontaine 12,Sparkling,France,"The onion-skin pink color sets the stage for an off-dry, just-sweet wine, that is crisp, yet soft and rounded. It has good weight, fresh raspberry flavor, and delicate sweetness, resulting in a wine that's crisp and textured.",D'Luscious Demi-Sec Rosé,59,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte NV D'Luscious Demi-Sec Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-nv-dluscious-demi-sec-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Nicolas Feuillatte 12.8,White,US,"Nico is one of the only wineries in California producing this Italian variety. It's a nice, likeable wine, built along the lines of Pinot Grigio. Dry and crisp with acidity, with bright, intense lime, grapefruit and white pepper flavors, it's an ideal apéritif.",Il Greco,20,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Nico 2012 Il Greco Greco (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nico-2012-il-greco-italian-white-greco-tufo-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Greco,2012,Nico 14.6,Red,US,"A fragrantly floral Primitivo laced with pepper and a depth of wild raspberry flavor, this is plenty structured and easy to like. Pair with standard Italian fare and most definitely, pizza.",Estate Reserve,24,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Narrow Gate 2009 Estate Reserve Primitivo (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/narrow-gate-2009-estate-reserve-zinfandel-primitivo-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Primitivo,2009,Narrow Gate 14,Red,Chile,"Pencil eraser, blueberry, olive and peppery notes are what you draw off the bouquet of this ripe yet basic Cab. In the mouth, this feels rubbery and tannic. Flavors of ultraripe black fruits taste sweet and come with licorice and espresso bitterness on the finish, which is mossy, heavy and choppy.",Marques de Casa Concha,26,87,Puente Alto,,,Concha y Toro 2011 Marques de Casa Concha Cabernet Sauvignon (Puente Alto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2011-marques-casa-cabernet-sauvignon-puente-alto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Concha y Toro 12.5,White,Portugal,"A full-bodied, ripe wine that has lively acidity along with fresh pear and crisp apple flavors. There's just a touch of sweetness to bring out the richness of the wine. Age this wine for another six months before drinking.",DFJ,11,87,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2012 DFJ Alvarinho-Chardonnay (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2012-dfj-white-blend-alvarinho-chardonnay-lisboa/,Alvarinho-Chardonnay,2012,DFJ Vinhos 13,Red,Portugal,"With Merlot in the blend, this is a smooth, rich wine. It is well structured, showing firm tannins as well as dried fruits, red berries and a foursquare, chunky character. There's a nice touch of acidity to keep it all fresh. Drink from 2015.",Segada Tinto,9,87,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2010 Segada Tinto Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2010-segada-tinto-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2010,DFJ Vinhos 13,Red,France,"A ripe, fruity wine, dominated by sweet Merlot with a complex layer of high spice wood flavors. The wine is rich and generous, but certainly needs to integrate its wood. Drink from 2016.",L'Enchanteur,38,87,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Vray Croix de Gay 2011 L'Enchanteur (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vray-croix-gay-2011-lenchanteur-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Vray Croix de Gay 12,White,France,"Yellow and white fruit aromas leap from the glass in this youthful, fruity wine. It has an herbaceous, grassier element, plus concentration and a delicious, refreshing character. It will soften and round out over the next year.",,27,87,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Roquetaillade la Grange 2012 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roquetaillade-grange-2012-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Roquetaillade la Grange 12.5,White,France,"This full bodied, fruity wine exhibits Chenin's characteristically chalky edge. The wine is tight, fresh and crisp—a great dry apéritif wine—offering just a touch of bitterness on the finish. Screwcap.",La Calèche,,87,France Other,Vin de France,,Domaine des Baumard 2009 La Calèche Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2009-caleche-white-blend-chenin-blanc-chardonnay-vin/,Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay,2009,Domaine des Baumard 13,Red,US,"Spicy and peppery, with a streak of Dr. Pepper soda, this light, cherry-flavored Pinot also shows hints of vanilla and tea. It does a quick fade, but keeps things interesting before that.",Dijon Cuvée Estate,22,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Cherry Hill 2011 Dijon Cuvée Estate Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cherry-hill-2011-dijon-cuvee-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Cherry Hill 13.7,White,US,"Lush flavors of white sugar, raspberry and orange jam and vanilla mark this 100% Grenache Blanc. Ripe with orange jam and vanilla flavors, it's almost a dessert sipper. You can enjoy it with biscotti or crème brulée or even cheesecake.",,38,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Daou 2012 Grenache Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daou-2012-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache Blanc,2012,Daou 14.2,Red,US,"Despite some hard tannins, this is an approachable wine for drinking now with barbecue, roasts and cheeses. Blended with Merlot, Syrah, Petite Sirah and Cabernet Franc, it's ripe and fruity, with meat and pepper notes.",Claret,45,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bell 2010 Claret Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2010-claret-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Bell 14.1,White,US,"This flamboyant, opulent wine has plenty of everything you want in a Chardonnay. It's rich in papaya, kiwi and tart Meyer-lemon flavors, along with delicious notes of buttered toast and a Champagne-like touch of creamy lees. There's a lot of balancing acidity.",River Road Ranch,23,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Trione 2010 River Road Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trione-2010-river-road-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Trione 8,Dessert,US,"Here's an easy-drinking dessert wine, bright and crisp in acidity, with orange, lemon, lime, vanilla, honey and buttered toast flavors. Scores high on the Wow! factor that makes it so tasty.",Moscato d'Oro,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2012 Moscato d'Oro Moscato (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2012-moscato-doro-muscat-moscato-napa-valley/,Moscato,2012,Robert Mondavi 14,Red,Chile,"Tomato, chili pepper, saucy notes and roasted berry and plum aromas give this a traditional nose. The body is rich and round, with an extra layer or two of structure and tannins. Flavors of baked, stewed berry fruits and herbs provide a salsa-like component, while dryness and herbal flavors drive the finish.",Gran Reserva Corte,17,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Luz 2011 Gran Reserva Corte Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-luz-2011-gran-reserva-corte-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2011,Santa Luz 14.9,Red,US,"This big, lusty Zin has high alcohol, which gives it a full bodied, glyceriney sweetness, as well as some heat. It's ripe in blackberries, currants, dark chocolate and spices. Great to drink now with barbecue.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Saini 2011 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saini-2011-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Saini 13.8,White,US,"This Carneros Chardonnay shows ripe flavors of peaches, pears, green apples and tropical fruits, with hints of dried herbs. The acidity is bright and mouthwatering. Drink this polished wine now, but not too cold.",,28,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Rutherford Hill 2011 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2011-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Rutherford Hill 13.5,Red,Italy,"This blend of Sangiovese, Ciliegiolo, Colorino, Canaiolo, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon presents violet, wild berry and spice aromas. The savory palate offers up wild cherry, raspberry and cinnamon-spice flavors. It has a simple, pleasant structure made for easy drinking.",Ceppitaio,25,87,Tuscany,Val di Cornia Suvereto,,Russo 2011 Ceppitaio Red (Val di Cornia Suvereto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russo-2011-ceppitaio-red-val-cornia-suvereto/,Red Blend,2011,Russo 14.1,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet is delicious, but it's a shadow of what this winery used to be, and shows little Stags Leap character. Made to appeal to the popular style of softness, sweet fruit and oakiness, it has rich flavors of blackberry jam and buttered toast. Drink now.",The Leap,80,87,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Stags' Leap Winery 2010 The Leap Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-2010-the-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Stags' Leap Winery 12.7,White,US,"An enjoyable easy drinker with notes of pear, mineral and a whiff of tropical fruit. It's broad in feel with a touch of sugar to sweeten the finish.",Estate Grown,14,87,Idaho,,,Sawtooth 2012 Estate Grown Pinot Gris,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawtooth-2012-estate-grown-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-snake-river-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Sawtooth 14,White,Chile,"Aromas of cornbread, hay stack and tropical fruits are fairly standard for Chile. This feels round, with good acidity keeping things on an even keel. Flavors of melon and apple are a bit stalky, while oak flavors transition to mild bitterness on the finish.",Medalla Real Gran Reserva,18,87,Leyda Valley,,,Santa Rita 2011 Medalla Real Gran Reserva Chardonnay (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2011-medalla-real-gran-reserva-chardonnay-leyda-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Santa Rita 14,Red,Italy,"This is a simple but delicious Barbera loaded with ripe plum and black cherry flavors punctuated by licorice and pepper notes. Soft and round, this is ready to enjoy now. Pair it with pasta topped with cream sauces or grilled chicken dishes.",Barilot,25,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Manzone 2011 Barilot (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzone-2011-barilot-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2011,Manzone 13.5,White,US,"From a tiny patch in the tiny Guenoc Valley, where the Langtry winery lies, this Sauvignon Blanc is partially barrel fermented, and it shows in the texture. In taste, expect Mandarin orange and melon, along with acidity that's high and mighty.",Lillie Vineyard,25,87,California,Lake County,Guenoc Valley,Langtry 2012 Lillie Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Guenoc Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langtry-2012-lillie-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-guenoc-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Langtry 13.5,White,Chile,"This is a perfectly good, honest Chilean SB with snappy, pungent aromas of gooseberry, grapefruit and lime. The mouth is racy as it should be, with textbook lime, grapefruit, nettle and pithy flavors. If there's any drawback, it's on the finish, which ends with bitterness.",Reserva,13,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Rita 2012 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2012-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Santa Rita 14.5,White,US,"Here's a delightful wine to drink now, as a cocktail sipper, or with practically anything else that calls for something white, crisp and fruity. It's basically dry, but with rich orange, tropical fruit, white flower, honey and vanilla flavors, touched with sweet, smoky oak.",,29,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Roadhouse Winery 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roadhouse-winery-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Roadhouse Winery 14.2,White,US,"This is a lovely Chardonnay, filled with varietal character. The pear, tropical fruit and kiwi flavors are enhanced with sweet, toasty oak, buttered-toast and vanilla notes.",Estate Grown,26,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Riverbench 2011 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverbench-2011-estate-grown-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Riverbench 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkling rosé has a floral fragrance and nutty undertones. The palate isn't very expressive, but reveals subdued strawberry and spice notes. It has a refined perlage and finishes on a dry, walnut note.",Brut Rosé,55,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ricci Curbastro NV Brut Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricci-curbastro-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-franciacorta-179947/,Sparkling Blend,,Ricci Curbastro 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkling wine, made entirely from Chardonnay, offers aromas of yellow flowers, oak and lemon peel. The palate shows evident oak, buttery sensations, apricot and citrus. The finish releases notes of bitter almond.",Satèn Brut,47,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ricci Curbastro 2008 Satèn Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricci-curbastro-2008-saten-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2008,Ricci Curbastro 12.5,Rose,France,"Soft, fruity strawberry flavors give this wine a warm, sunny feel. The acidity and texture kick in on the palate, adding balance. Fruity but food-friendly, it finishes dry.",Domaine la Rabiotte,14,87,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Ravoire et Fils 2012 Domaine la Rabiotte Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravoire-fils-2012-domaine-rabiotte-rose-coteaux-daix-en/,Rosé,2012,Ravoire et Fils 13,Red,France,"Initially gentle and sunny, this wine develops a briary blackberry character as it opens up. It has a dry and tannic core that lends firm structure and suggests potential for aging. Drink from 2014.",Fontanyl,17,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Ravoire et Fils 2010 Fontanyl Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravoire-fils-2010-fontanyl-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Ravoire et Fils 13.5,Red,US,"Very ripe and forward Cabernet, with jammy blackberry and cherry, spice and earthy flavors, as well as lots of sweet, toasty oak. It's satisfying to drink now.",The Messenger,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ministry of the Vinterior 2012 The Messenger Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ministry-vinterior-2012-messenger-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Ministry of the Vinterior 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a pale colored rosé that combines mature aromas and tangy red fruits. It's on the dry side, and crisp with just the right touch of acidity and brightness. With a touch of toast, it is ready to drink now.",Brut Rosé,,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Thiénot NV Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thienot-nv-brut-rose-champagne-180988/,Champagne Blend,,Thiénot 14.4,Red,US,"If this wine were any riper, it would be a Port. It's that rich in sugary blackberries and cherries, with toasty oak adding caramelized notes. Fortunately, the finish is dry. This modern-style wine is best consumed now for fruity freshness.",Cardinals' Peak,48,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Terlato 2010 Cardinals' Peak Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2010-cardinals-peak-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Terlato 14,Red,Italy,This blend of Merlot and Sangiovese from Tuscany shows plum and black pepper flavors with toasted oak and espresso notes from aging in barriques. It opens with ripe fruit but ends on an astringent note of wood tannins.,I Campacci,25,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Trecciano 2011 I Campacci Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-trecciano-2011-i-campacci-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2011,Tenuta di Trecciano 13.6,Red,US,"Lots of Russian River character in this supple Pinot. It's drily elegant and silky, with refreshing acidity providing a boost to the cola, cherry, pomegranate and persimmon fruit flavors. Drink it over the next few months.",,28,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,MacMurray Ranch 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macmurray-ranch-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,MacMurray Ranch 13,White,Portugal,"A fruity, herbaceous wine that is both fresh and rounded. It has clean, bright, green fruit and citrus flavors, resulting in an overall crisp character. It is still settling down and developing its richer side; drink from 2014.",DouRosa Branco,,87,Douro,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2012 DouRosa Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-2012-dourosa-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2012,Quinta de la Rosa 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkler, made from from 100% Chardonnay, shows aromas of oak, stone fruit and citrus. The palate offers toast, peach and citrus flavors along with oak sensations. It's vigorously sparkling and ends on a note of walnut.",Satèn Millesimato,41,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Le Marchesine 2009 Satèn Millesimato (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-marchesine-2009-saten-millesimato-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2009,Le Marchesine 14,White,US,"Mouthwatering acidity brightens and heightens the lemon, lime, grapefruit and mango flavors in this zesty wine. It's lush and ripe on the finish, which makes it ideal for today's Vietnamese, Burmese and Cambodian fare.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ousterhout 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ousterhout-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Ousterhout 14.2,Red,US,"You'll find delicious cherry pie, cola, rhubarb and spicy gummi candy flavors in this Pinot Noir, which makes it easy to drink especially with Pinot-friendly foods like lamb or even a gently grilled tuna steak. It's too soft for aging, so drink over the next year or two.",River Road Ranch,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Trione 2010 River Road Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trione-2010-river-road-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Trione 12,Sparkling,France,"This non-vintage is a stylish wine, well balanced with its acidity, and concentrated with grapefruit and apple flavors. While light on the palate, it's very fruity—a style that is best drunk now without further bottle age.",Brut Réserve,36,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte NV Brut Réserve (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-nv-brut-reserve-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Nicolas Feuillatte 14,White,Chile,"Neutral, fleshy aromas revolve around white fruits and oak. This feels lifted by acidity but offers enough offsetting body to keep things round. Flavors of corn, stalky white fruits and melon finish a bit mealy, all of which is par for the course for Chilean Chardonnay.",Espino Gran Cuvée,23,87,Pirque,,,William Fèvre 2011 Espino Gran Cuvée Chardonnay (Pirque),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2011-espino-gran-cuvee-chardonnay-pirque/,Chardonnay,2011,William Fèvre 14.2,Red,US,"Good, classic blackberry, currant, oak and mineral flavors in this dry, full-bodied wine. It's also pretty tannic, with an astringent mouthfeel. Doesn't have the stuffing to warrant aging, so give it an hour or two in the decanter and drink up.",,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Whitehall Lane 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made entirely from Pinot Nero, this Franciacorta rosé has a subdued fragrance that reveals notes of strawberry, grapefruit and nut. The linear, refreshing palate shows bright cherry flavors and closes on a note of toasted almond.",Brut Rosé,25,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Montenisa NV Brut Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montenisa-nv-brut-rose-pinot-nero-franciacorta-179937/,Pinot Nero,,Montenisa 14.1,Red,US,"Opening with perfumy aromatics amid a core of cassis liqueur, this is a nicely balanced, easy-to-drink Cab that has concentration and finesse. With smatterings of Merlot, Syrah and Mourvèdre, it drinks well and will pair well, a serviceable choice for gatherings big and small.",,15,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Josh Cellars 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josh-cellars-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Josh Cellars 15,Red,Uruguay,"Artesana favors dark, extracted, full-bodied wines and this Tannat fits the bill. Cedar, spice and blackberry aromas rest in front of a chunky, full-bodied palate with woody flavors of toast, mint and generic black fruits. On the finish, things evaporate quickly, leaving a menthol-driven burn.",,29,87,Canelones,,,Artesana 2011 Tannat (Canelones),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesana-2011-other-red-tannat-canelones/,Tannat,2011,Artesana 14.5,Red,US,"This 100% Cab grown in the Atlas Peak appellation is ripe in blackberry jam, black currant, cola and smoky oak flavors. It's dry and full-bodied, with firm tannins and a long, spicy finish. It's also pretty soft, giving it a lack of structural integrity. Drink now.",Foss Valley Ranch,85,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Artesa 2009 Foss Valley Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2009-foss-valley-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Artesa 13.5,Red,Germany,"The nose of this Lemberger is austere, with just a whisper of black plum and sweet spice. The palate is more buoyant, with a rich, deep, black cherry-and-plum profile marked by reverberating acidity and layers of fine, velvety tannins.",Schwaigerner Ruthe,51,87,Württemberg,,,Grafen Neipperg 2009 Schwaigerner Ruthe Lemberger (Württemberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grafen-neipperg-2009-schwaigerner-ruthe-other-red-lemberger-wurttemberg/,Lemberger,2009,Grafen Neipperg 12,Sparkling,France,"Deep pink in color, this warm and rich rosé is touched with spice and tannin as well as red currant fruits and a crisp acidity on the finish. The wine could improve further with some bottle age.",Grand Rosé,90,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Forget-Brimont NV Grand Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forget-brimont-nv-grand-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Forget-Brimont 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Made with Chardonnay, Pinot Nero and Pinot Bianco, this sparkling rosé opens with a pretty fragrance of white flower, strawberry and white cherry. The palate is subdued, revealing delicate flavors of apple, berry and pink grapefruit. It finishes on an almond note.",Brut Rosé,31,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Il Mosnel NV Brut Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-mosnel-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Il Mosnel 13,White,US,"Citrus blossom and ripe green apple and lime are what this crisp Lodi white offers, another example of the region's ability to do good things with white wines. It's a refreshing wine to enjoy on a warm autumn's night or as a respite from winter, a plate of oysters near at hand.",,19,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Harney Lane 2012 Albariño (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harney-lane-2012-albarino-central-valley-lodi/,Albariño,2012,Harney Lane 12,Sparkling,France,"The Esterlin cooperative's non-vintage cuvée is crisp and clean, but with a slightly bitter character that likely comes from bottle aging. It's starting to show hints of toastiness as well mature pear flavors.",Brut,,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Esterlin NV Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esterlin-nv-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Esterlin 14.7,Red,US,"Flavor wasn't a problem with this Pinot, which comes from a great vineyard. It floods the mouth with raspberries and cherries. There's also lots of oak influence, in the form of buttered toast and sweet wood sap. What it lacks in subtlety it more than makes up for in fancy deliciousness.",La Encantada Vineyard,40,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Furthermore 2010 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/furthermore-2010-encantada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Furthermore 13.5,Red,France,"Packed with dark tannins, this complex wine shows a powerful structure allied with very fresh acidity and red berry fruits. It is still feeling its way, heavy on the texture and still waiting for the fruit. Drink from 2014.",,20,87,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château le Bonnat 2010 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-bonnat-2010-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château le Bonnat 13,Red,France,"Dark in color, this wine from the Entre-deux-Mers shows structure, firm black fruits and rich tannins. Berry fruits, black currants, smokiness and fresh acidity are well integrated and balanced with the firmer texture. It will certainly age, so drink from 2015.",,12,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Fourchou 2010 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fourchou-2010-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Fourchou 13,Red,France,"A solid and fully tannic wine that also has a bright, fruity side. The combination, with its ripe fruit, is already a pleasure to drink fresh, textured and juicy. The wine also has a future with a smoky character that will allow it to age. So drink until 2021.",Prestige,15,87,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Sadran 2010 Prestige (Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sadran-2010-prestige-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Sadran 12.5,White,Portugal,"A pure Arinto wine that has crispness as well as a strong central yellow-fruit character. There's some minerality in the texture, balancing the fruitiness and acidity. Bright, fresh and crisp, it's a wine for apéritifs or to be enjoyed with seafood.",Prova Régia,13,87,Lisboa,,,Companhia das Quintas 2012 Prova Régia Arinto (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2012-prova-regia-portuguese-white-arinto-lisboa/,Arinto,2012,Companhia das Quintas 12.5,White,Portugal,"Smooth and creamy, this is a blend that includes Chardonnay. That's the grape that gives the roundness to this mango- and citrus-fruited wine. It is fragrant, with some warmth and richness.",Pancas,10,87,Lisboa,,,Companhia das Quintas 2012 Pancas White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2012-pancas-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2012,Companhia das Quintas 13.5,Red,Chile,"This is woody and creamy on the nose, with oak-based spice, balsamic and earth aromas. The palate is overflowing with tannins, such that things feel dry and clampy. Oaky flavors of maple, resin, molasses and mocha finish with roasted berry flavors and lasting grab. The blend is Carmenère, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah.",Vénere,70,87,Loncomilla Valley,,,Cremaschi Furlotti 2009 Vénere Red (Loncomilla Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cremaschi-furlotti-2009-venere-red-loncomilla-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Cremaschi Furlotti 13,Sparkling,US,"This is rich with sweet jasmine, dried apricot and honey. Plenty layered on the palate but tempered by a core of acidity, it's more sweet than dry. The blend is 39% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir, 25% Muscat (which explains the hay yellow color) and 1% Pinot Meunier.",Extra Dry Riche,22,87,California,California Other,California,Chandon NV Extra Dry Riche Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-nv-extra-dry-riche-sparkling-california-180510/,Sparkling Blend,,Chandon 14.2,Red,US,"The winemaker added some Syrah to this Cabernet-based Bordeaux blend for extra complexity. It's sensationally ripe and rich in blackberries, cherries, chocolate, grilled prosciutto and toast flavors, and the tannins are drop-dead gorgeous. The mid-palate, however, is candy-sweet, which detracts from the wine's overall balance. Drink soon.",Arcturus,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Astrale e Terra 2009 Arcturus Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astrale-e-terra-2009-arcturus-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Astrale e Terra 13.5,Red,US,"Tart and earthy, this unusual Pinot does not lack for flavor interest. Cranberry fruit, sharp acidity, a streak of cola, a hint of wintergreen and a slight bitterness to the finish keep the palate on its toes (if such is possible).",Estate Grown,29,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Benton-Lane 2011 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benton-lane-2011-estate-grown-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Benton-Lane 14.7,Red,US,"Merlot has never been Bell's strong point, and while this is a pretty good one, it's a little rough and sandpapery in the mouth. It has currant, blackberry, tobacco and green tea flavors, and is fully dry. Blended with 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, it wants to be opened soon.",,50,87,California,Napa,Yountville,Bell 2010 Merlot (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2010-merlot-napa-yountville/,Merlot,2010,Bell 13.5,Red,Italy,Here's a fresh and spicy Ripasso with cherry and intense black pepper and clove aromas. The palate delivers black cherry layered with spicy pepper and nutmeg aromas. This is for immediate enjoyment and will pair nicely with hearty pastas and stews.,La Cengia,12,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Begali 2011 La Cengia (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/begali-2011-cengia-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Begali 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"The aromas and palate of this wine are dominated by oak. This sparkling wine also shows flavors of toast and vanilla, with subtle hints of butterscotch and lemon drop. It finishes on a bitter-walnut note.",Vintage Collection Brut,75,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ca' del Bosco 2008 Vintage Collection Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bosco-2008-vintage-collection-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Ca' del Bosco 13,White,France,"This rich wine is one of the rare white wines of Savigny-lès-Beaune. It has warm, yellow- and tropical-fruit flavors, light acidity and a smooth, creamy texture. A fresh citrus character lingers on the finish. Drink now–2019.",,40,87,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2011 Savigny-lès-Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2011-chardonnay-savigny-beaune/,Chardonnay,2011,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 14.8,Red,US,"This isn't a wine to age. It's soft and appealing in its charms, offering drink-me-now cherries, red currants, herbs and sandalwood. The winemaker blended it with a little Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Verdot, which gives it structural and flavor complexities.",,38,88,California,Napa,Oakville,Swanson 2010 Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-2010-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,2010,Swanson 14.2,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet shows its pedigree in the refinement of its tannins and dryness, despite lush blackberry and cherry, currant, plum and oak flavors. It's not really drinkable now because the tannins are so strong, locking the mouth down in puckery astringency. Will it age? The outcome is unclear, but the fruit doesn't seem intense enough to outlast the tannins.",SOLO,100,88,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Silverado 2010 SOLO Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2010-solo-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Silverado 14.5,Red,Chile,"Leather and scents of horse hide mesh with baked, stewy aromas of plum, berry and exotic spices. This feels lush and mostly well balanced, with a level of ripeness and richness that doesn't veer into jamminess. This is rustic tasting, with roasted, leafy berry flavors along with chocolate and herbs.",Limited Edition,25,88,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Pérez Cruz 2011 Limited Edition Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-perez-cruz-2011-limited-edition-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2011,Viña Pérez Cruz 14.5,Red,Chile,"Rubbery, gamy aromas carry a medicinal touch of latex along with cherry and berry. The mouthfeel is solid, with grabby tannins in support of plum, loamy berry and earthy flavors. A mild finish with standard cassis and berry flavors is perfectly good.",,20,88,Maipo Valley,,,Primus 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primus-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Primus 14,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, Carpoli has aromas of cedar, black berries and tobacco leaf. The palate delivers black currant along with green and black peppercorns layered with espresso notes. Pair this with spicy marinated steaks.",Carpoli,41,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Sada 2008 Carpoli Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sada-2008-carpoli-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Sada 13,Red,Portugal,"A rich and fruity wine, it's not subtle, but is full of spice and red berry flavors. Firm tannins underpin the bright, bold flavors and suggest that this is a wine that could age for a few years but is also very enjoyable now.",Colheita Seleccionada,,88,Tejo,,,Quinta do Casal Monteiro 2010 Colheita Seleccionada Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-casal-monteiro-2010-colheita-seleccionada-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Quinta do Casal Monteiro 14,Red,Italy,"Made from native grape Colorino, this deeply colored wine offers a spicy fragrance of black pepper and baked plum. The palate delvers ripe blackberry flavors along with white pepper, mint espresso and oak notes. Pair this with seasoned cheeses, salami or grilled steaks.",,48,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Piazzano 2011 Colorino (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piazzano-2011-italian-red-colorino-toscana/,Colorino,2011,Piazzano 11.2,White,US,"Like the label says, this Riesling is dry, with lots of mouthwatering acidity that's like a squeeze of lime juice. It also has lime flavors, with a hint of the petrol and white flowers that Riesling is known for. With low alcohol and no oak, it's a wonderful appetizer wine. Try as an alternative to Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.",Dry,16,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Lola 2012 Dry Riesling (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lola-2012-dry-riesling-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Riesling,2012,Lola 12.5,Red,US,"Soft and pretty, with concentration that belies the low alcohol. Blue plum and blueberry fruit mixes with black cherry cola flavors, and a hint of sandalwood floats through the finish.",Five Blocks,25,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Lumos 2011 Five Blocks Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lumos-2011-five-blocks-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Lumos 13,White,France,"A heavily wood-aged wine, this wine has smoky, burnt-toast aromas. At the moment, ripe yellow-fruit flavors are submerged beneath this onslaught of wood, but it should integrate better, so give it until 2016.",Mersault-Charmes Premier Cru,63,88,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Jean Monnier et Fils 2011 Mersault-Charmes Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-monnier-fils-2011-mersault-charmes-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Jean Monnier et Fils 12,Sparkling,Portugal,"A blend of Chardonnay and Touriga Nacional, this is a ripe, mature wine that shows a great balance between acidity and rich flavors of almond and toast. It has weight but still hints at freshness. This is a food sparkling wine.",Conde de Vimioso Extra Bruto,20,88,Tejo,,,Falua 2009 Conde de Vimioso Extra Bruto Sparkling (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-2009-conde-vimioso-extra-bruto-sparkling-tejo/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Falua 14.6,Red,US,"This bottling shows the richness that a well-grown Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir can achieve, seemingly effortlessly. You'll find deeply ripe raspberry, cherry and cola flavors, wrapped in a silky texture. However, there's quite a bit of sharpness that draws into question the wine's ageability.",Rosella's Vineyard,50,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Furthermore 2010 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/furthermore-2010-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2010,Furthermore 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This brut offers notes of citrus, stone fruit and Mediterranean herbs. It's fresh and linear, with an elegant perlage. The quenching finish closes on a note of bitter walnut.",Brut Vintage,35,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Fratelli Berlucchi 2009 Brut Vintage (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-berlucchi-2009-brut-vintage-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Fratelli Berlucchi 13.9,White,US,"A touch of French oak brings a honeyed, vanilla smokiness to this wine, but the star really is the fruit. It's rich and forward with pineapples, peaches and mangoes, and made brilliant by crisp acidity. This is a good price for a Chardonnnay of this quality.",,22,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Curtis 2012 Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2012-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Curtis 12.5,Red,France,"A fresh, fruity and sophisticated wine, this offers acidity balanced by dry tannins. It has juicy black currant fruits, hints of mint and a bright, smoky feel. The wine will obviously age, so drink from 2016.",,54,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Arnaud 2011 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-arnaud-2011-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Arnaud 11.5,White,France,"A well-balanced wine that both shows an herbaceous character and a ripe, full flavor that brings in yellow fruits and green plums. It has a well-judged hint of spice from wood aging to give extra richness. Drink from 2013.",Les Charmes de Magnol,15,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Magnol 2012 Les Charmes de Magnol (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-magnol-2012-charmes-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Magnol 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A perfumed wine that is ripe and richly tannic, with the minerality of the Douro. It has weight, while also retaining elegance and rounded black fruits. Give this wine a few years, and drink from 2015.",Cape Roca Boat,25,88,Douro,,,Casca Wines 2009 Cape Roca Boat Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2009-cape-roca-boat-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Casca Wines 13,White,Portugal,"With great fragrance and just a touch of spiciness, this is full-bodied ripe wine. Along with the more exotic flavors, it has intense apple and nectarine fruit, and a bright, tight texture. Drink now, or age for a year.",Somontes Colheita Branco,12,88,Dão,,,Casa da Passarella 2012 Somontes Colheita Branco White (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-passarella-2012-somontes-colheita-branco-white-dao/,Portuguese White,2012,Casa da Passarella 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Here's a smooth and juicy wine that has great black fruit aromas and flavors. It has good balance between the dry tannins and firm structure of Dão and the fruity character, meaning it is likely to develop over the medium term. Drink from 2015.",Casa da Passarella A Descoberta Colheita,12,88,Dão,,,Casa da Passarella 2010 Casa da Passarella A Descoberta Colheita Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-passarella-2010-a-descoberta-colheita-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2010,Casa da Passarella 13,Red,Italy,"Castello d'Albola's Chianti Classico has a typical fragrance of ripe berry accented with hints of violet and spice. The bright palate delivers ripe, red cherry and white pepper along with round tannins. Pair it with pasta topped with ragù or barbecued steaks.",,19,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello d'Albola 2009 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalbola-2009-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Castello d'Albola 12.6,Red,US,"The Stoller-sourced Pinot is forward and ripe, with pretty fruit flavors in a compact, light vintage. Cola, peach, black cherry and milk chocolate components swirl together, fading gently into a light finish. Drink over the next 2–3 years.",Stoller Vineyards,50,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Chehalem 2011 Stoller Vineyards Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2011-stoller-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Chehalem 13.5,White,US,"Light and lively, this is a bright, tangy, fruit-driven effort, with little or no evident barrel flavor. Apples and white peaches hold down the center, with a crisp, fresh finish.",,22,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2012 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2012-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Adelsheim 14.5,Red,Italy,"This structured Barbera offers aromas of ripe cherry, raspberry and plum with light toasted notes. The palate delivers a tight core of black cherry with black pepper and licorice, layered with a hint of espresso. This still needs a year or two to fully unwind, so it's best after 2015.",,20,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Caldera 2011 Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caldera-2011-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2011,Caldera 14.2,White,US,"This is a brilliant wine that showcases Edna Valley's ability to produce some of the purest white-wine flavors in California. If there's any oak, it's not apparent at all. What you get are crisp, clean flavors of citrus and tropical fruits, peaches, vanilla, white pepper and herbs.",Paragon Vineyard,24,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baker & Brain 2012 Paragon Vineyard Grüner Veltliner (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baker-brain-2012-paragon-vineyard-gruner-veltliner-central-coast-edna-valley/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Baker & Brain 12.5,Rose,France,"This is a ripe rosé that is full-bodied and rich. Its red plum and strawberry notes are right to the fore, with light tannins adding shape and texture. This dry and hefty wine is made to be paired with food.",Cuvée Victoria,16,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Andrieux & Fils 2012 Cuvée Victoria Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrieux-fils-2012-cuvee-victoria-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Andrieux & Fils 14.5,Red,US,"This is a second wine from Amici Cellars. It's rich and forward with cherry, blackberry, licorice and mocha flavors that taste fruity-sweet, but finish dry. Elegantly constructed, it's a polished wine to drink now.",Olema,23,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Amici 2010 Olema Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amici-2010-olema-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Amici 14.6,Red,US,"This is a very good Napa Cabernet, stylishly dry and smooth in tannins. It's rich in blackberries, cherries and sweet new oak, with earthier hints of dried sage and tobacco. Drink now–2016.",,65,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bell 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Bell 12,Sparkling,US,"Few wineries in the world could mass produce a bubbly this refreshingly good at such an everyday price. With a pretty salmon color, it's just a bit off dry, offering clean, crisp flavors of roasted nuts, orange zest, cherries, vanilla and toast. The blend is Pinot Noir, Sangiovese, Gamay and Chenin Blanc, sourced between the Russian River Valley and the Sacramento Delta.",Brut Rosé,14,88,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-california-180048/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel 14.5,Red,Italy,"This opens with aromas of bell pepper and red currant that carry over to the palate along with plum and black pepper. It initially offers fleshy fruit layered with chocolate, espresso and oak sensations but it then finishes abruptly on an astringent note thanks to drying and bitter wood tannins.",Il Borro,50,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Il Borro 2009 Il Borro Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-borro-2009-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Il Borro 13.8,Red,US,"Sweet new oak brings a jacket of buttered cinnamon toast to this soft, ripe Cabernet. The fruit flavors range from blackberries and cherries to currants and mocha. Easy to drink this wine now.",,30,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Icaria 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/icaria-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Icaria 14.5,Red,Chile,"Leathery, mossy aromas of dark-berry fruits lead to a bright, energetic, acid-driven palate with quality flavors of plum and spiced blackberry. This has zest and savory notes on the finish, and overall it's fresh in feel, tasty and not too demanding.",Duette,,88,Maipo Valley,,,Indomita 2011 Duette Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indomita-2011-duette-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2011,Indomita 15.2,Red,US,"Feels and tastes just the way Merlot is supposed to. It's as smooth and soft as velvet, with luscious, approachable red cherry pie, cola and sweet oak flavors. With intricately woven tannins, it's fine to drink now.",Estate Grown,50,88,California,Napa,Calistoga,Kenefick Ranch 2010 Estate Grown Merlot (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenefick-ranch-2010-estate-grown-merlot-napa-calistoga/,Merlot,2010,Kenefick Ranch 8.5,White,Germany,"Steely mineral notes accent luscious white grapefruit and yellow nectarine flavors on the nose of this delicate, yet lushly textured spätlese. It's softly sweet, with hints of honey and peach nectar, but bristling with acidity. A surprising bargain buy from Karl Josef.",Piesporter Michelsberg Spätlese,12,88,Mosel,,,Karl Josef 2011 Piesporter Michelsberg Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/karl-josef-2011-piesporter-michelsberg-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Karl Josef 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of flashy Napa character in this Cab, with a softly tannic texture framing blackberry, cherry, currant and oak flavors. From the well-known Darms Lane winery, it's ready to drink now.",,32,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Legs 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legs-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Legs 12,Sparkling,France,"Unlike most rosé Champage, where the color comes from the addition of red wine, here it's the grape skins that contribute to the bright salmon-pink hue. It has a bright strawberry aroma and a delicacy of flavor and texture. The acidity at the end keeps up the freshness that shines right through.",Rosé de Saignée Brut,,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Jeaunaux-Robin NV Rosé de Saignée Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeaunaux-robin-nv-rose-saignee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Jeaunaux-Robin 12,Sparkling,France,"Fruity strawberry flavor leads this ripe and soft wine. The palate has a crisp edge to it, with touches of orange zest. The aftertaste, light and delicate, is laced with minerality.",Extra Brut Rosé,,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Jean-Noël Haton NV Extra Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-noel-haton-nv-extra-brut-rose-champagne-169652/,Champagne Blend,,Jean-Noël Haton 12,Sparkling,France,"With some good bottle age, this is a soft, biscuit- and almond-flavored wine. There is a crisp edge from the grapefruit flavor underneath, making this a Champagne that's full of character and ready to drink now.",Classic Brut,,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Jean-Noël Haton NV Classic Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-noel-haton-nv-classic-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Jean-Noël Haton 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A brilliantly strawberry-flavored rosé, this is crisp and fresh with lively acidity. There's a tight citrus texture, but the main thrust of this delicious summer rosé is fruitiness.",Brut Rosé,,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Jean-Noël Haton NV Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-noel-haton-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Jean-Noël Haton 14,Red,Portugal,"This is a juicy wine that has a firm, dry texture, dusty tannins and mouth-filling red fruits. It's a wine that will develop quickly, bringing out its ripe fruit and forward, spicy flavors. Drink from 2016.",,18,88,Alentejano,,,Herdade Grande 2011 Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-grande-2011-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2011,Herdade Grande 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a full, rich wine with fruitiness kept in check by a taut, nervy texture and hints of bottle age. The wine has great acidity, lively red-apple and orange-zest flavors, along with hints of mature toastiness. Drink now–2019.",Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru Extra Brut,,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Henriet-Bazin NV Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru Extra Brut Pinot Noir (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henriet-bazin-nv-blanc-noirs-grand-cru-extra-brut-pinot-noir-champagne/,Pinot Noir,,Henriet-Bazin 8,White,Germany,"Juicy pink grapefruit flavor melds with elegant tones of jasmine tea and rose petal in this remarkable bang-for-your-buck Riesling. It's bright and brisk with acidity, possessing a nervy delicacy that lingers on the palate.",Spätlese,13,88,Mosel,,,Heinz Eifel 2011 Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heinz-eifel-2011-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Heinz Eifel 12,White,US,"This tart and fruity Riesling brings a bracing mix of citrus and stone fruit flavors, with some skin phenolics and light spice. It's best served chilled, perhaps with some salty appetizers.",,13,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Kings Ridge 2012 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kings-ridge-2012-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2012,Kings Ridge 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This pink colored, fruity wine has the freshest aromas and crisp acidity on the palate. It veers to dryness, bringing out refreshing wild-strawberry flavor and a crisp texture. Ready to drink now for its unabashed fruitiness.",Grand Cru Brut Rosé,,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Lamiable NV Grand Cru Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamiable-nv-grand-cru-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Lamiable 14.2,White,US,"This 100% Sauvignon Blanc has just a touch of oak, which brings a subtle toastiness to the citrus, peach and green apple fruit flavors. It's bone dry, yet shows an exciting balance between green gooseberries and honey flavors.",Estate Grown,24,88,California,Napa,Calistoga,Kenefick Ranch 2012 Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenefick-ranch-2012-estate-grown-sauvignon-blanc-napa-calistoga/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Kenefick Ranch 9,White,Germany,"A dusting of crushed rock lends a dark minerality to pretty wildflower and citrus notes on the nose of this deliciously quaffable kabinett. The palate is brisk and bright with acidity, and there's a murmur of honeyed apricot sweetness on the finish.",Ürziger Würzgarten Kabinett,16,88,Mosel,,,Johann W. Schild 2011 Ürziger Würzgarten Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johann-w-schild-2011-urziger-wurzgarten-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Johann W. Schild 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Initially rustic, this is likely to develop into a dry, firmly tannic wine. The acidity and red berry notes come together in balance, but it does need serious aging to develop fully. Drink from 2018.",Ninfa Escolha,,88,Tejo,,,João Teodosio Matos Barbosa 2009 Ninfa Escolha Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joao-teodosio-matos-barbosa-2009-ninfa-escolha-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,João Teodosio Matos Barbosa 9.5,Dessert,Canada,"One hundred percent Cabernet Franc, this wine shows subtle, nuanced aromas of fresh strawberry, cherry and wildflowers. The palate is compact with a tight core of sweet fruit flavors.",Icewine,40,88,Ontario,Short Hills Bench,,Henry of Pelham 2012 Icewine Cabernet (Short Hills Bench),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-pelham-2012-icewine-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-short-hills-bench/,Cabernet,2012,Henry of Pelham 13,White,France,"Aged in new wood, this wine is warm and rich with spicy vanilla and apricot notes. It has green plum, yellow cherry and citrus flavors that are nicely rolled into a balanced package. It can be drunk now, but would be better to wait a year.",Millénaire,26,88,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Henri de Villamont 2010 Millénaire (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2010-millenaire-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2010,Henri de Villamont 14.8,Red,US,"This Cab is so softly decadent, there's no reason not to drink it now. It's as mellow as any Napa red out there, with lush, intricately sweet flavors of cherry pie, cola and cinnamon.",,60,88,California,Napa,Rutherford,Terlato 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Terlato 13,Rose,France,"This big and ripe wine is abundant in red and yellow fruit notes. It has a warm feel, with piercing acidity throughout. This full-bodied wine is perfect to be paired with food.",Le Pont,20,88,Provence,Bandol,,Ravoire et Fils 2012 Le Pont Rosé (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravoire-fils-2012-le-pont-rose-bandol/,Rosé,2012,Ravoire et Fils 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A spicy, ripe wine that is part of the second line from Quinta de la Rosa. With its rich tannins, fine layers of acidity and sweet berry fruit, it is already drinkable. Give it 2–3 years and it will develop beyond its just fruity stage.",DouRosa,,88,Douro,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2011 DouRosa Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-2011-dourosa-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2011,Quinta de la Rosa 8.5,White,Germany,"Hints of rosewater, lanolin and honeycomb entice on the nose of this intensely floral Riesling. The palate is lush with peach and strawberry flavor. Lemony acidity lends a crisp, zesty finish.",Thomas Schmitt Private Collection Estate Bottled Spätlese,16,88,Mosel,,,Schmitt Söhne 2011 Thomas Schmitt Private Collection Estate Bottled Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schmitt-sohne-2011-thomas-private-collection-estate-bottled-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Schmitt Söhne 13.5,Red,Chile,"Savory, meaty aromas of leathery berry and spice are attractive and a touch woody. The mouthfeel is muscular and raw, with bright acidity pushing flavors of creamy oak, baked plum, raspberry and blueberry. A juicy, tight finish confirms that this is a very nice Malbec.",Reserva,12,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Echeverria 2010 Reserva Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2010-reserva-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2010,Echeverria 575,White,US,"An aromatic offering with notes of pear, peach and flowers. The lack of malolactic fermentation freshens up the feel while a touch of residual sugar sweetens the finish. Drinks best slightly chilled.",Dry,18,88,Idaho,,,Cinder 2012 Dry Viognier,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinder-2012-dry-viognier-snake-river-valley/,Viognier,2012,Cinder 14.3,Red,US,"With polished, savory cola, pomegranate, cranberry and sour red cherry candy flavors, this Pinot has a delicate texture, light and airy in the mouth. It's bone dry, with a fine burst of acidity for balance. This elegant style more and more defines Churchill's approach.",Bella Sonoma Vineyard,45,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Churchill Cellars 2011 Bella Sonoma Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchill-cellars-2011-bella-sonoma-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Churchill Cellars 14,Red,France,"This is a ripe, spicy wine, dominated at this stage by chocolate and spice from the wood aging. It has the weight and richness to develop a more fruity character, blackberries and damsons along with acidity. Drink from 2016.",,,88,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Talence 2011 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-talence-2011-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Talence 11.5,White,Chile,"Pear, apple and a drop of petrol work the nose on this German-style Riesling from Chile. A touch of spritz offers bubbly zest to the palate feel, while acid-driven flavors of lemon-lime, mango, pineapple and white peach finish chalky and a touch sweet.",Terrunyo Costa Los Boldos Vineyard Block 6,39,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2012 Terrunyo Costa Los Boldos Vineyard Block 6 Riesling (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2012-terrunyo-costa-los-boldos-vineyard-block-6-riesling-casablanca-valley/,Riesling,2012,Concha y Toro 12,White,US,"This is a composed and lovely wine, light in body yet quite complex. The palate is integrated with flavors of ripe apple, lemon, melon and beeswax. Structured with a mere suggestion of oak, it'll stand up to bigger foods than most California Chenin, textured and good-naturedly creamy.",,24,88,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,dîner 2012 Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diner-2012-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,2012,dîner 13.4,Red,US,"Held back all these years, this Bordeaux-style blend is just beginning to shed its fresh, primary raspberry and cherry flavors. In their place are drier versions of the same, with hints of mushrooms and violets. The wine is a little soft, but certainly delicious, and is drinking well now.",,30,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Deerfield Ranch 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deerfield-ranch-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Deerfield Ranch 14,Red,Italy,"This Chianti Classico riserva offers black fruit aromas accented with spice, coffee and oak. The palate delivers black cherry, oak, vanilla and black pepper along with bracing tannins. It's a bit shy on fresh acidity and finishes on a drying, tannic note.",Clemente VII Riserva,34,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castelli del Grevepesa 2009 Clemente VII Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelli-grevepesa-2009-clemente-vii-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Castelli del Grevepesa 13.8,White,US,"This is a fine value, clean and fruit-driven. Apple and citrus play footsie in a forward, tasty, no-frills wine that invites gulping.",,15,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Kudos 2012 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kudos-2012-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Kudos 14.3,Red,US,"Coming from a single block of the winery's estate vineyard, it has notes of cranberry, black pepper, herbs and moist earth speckled with oak spices (30% new French). The palate has soft, sleek cherry flavors buffeted by firm tannins.",Reserve South Face Block,50,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2009 Reserve South Face Block Syrah (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2009-reserve-south-face-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-umpqua-valley/,Syrah,2009,Abacela 14.5,Red,US,"This Primitivo opens with inviting peppery aromas, followed by bright fruit and spice overtones, along with a nice bead of acidity throughout. A good pizza and lasagna wine.",Contento Vineyard,24,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2010 Contento Vineyard Primitivo (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2010-contento-vineyard-zinfandel-primitivo-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Primitivo,2010,Brutocao 15,Red,Portugal,"A huge wine, as indicated by the alcohol, this is dark, dense and extracted. It has bitter chocolate and sweet licorice flavors, strong signs of the wood aging, along with juicy blackberry fruit. Powerful and concentrated, it needs to age. Drink from 2016.",Colheita,35,88,Dão,,,Vinha Paz 2011 Colheita Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinha-paz-2011-colheita-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2011,Vinha Paz 14.5,Red,US,"There's a hardness to this Cabernet that comes from the tannins as well as brisk acidity. Dryness accentuates the austerity, but there is a savory core of black and red currants that suggests the wine will do well in the cellar for 5–6 years.",Cash Allen,35,88,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Blanchard Family 2010 Cash Allen Cabernet Sauvignon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blanchard-family-2010-cash-allen-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Blanchard Family 13.5,Red,France,"A firm wine that has solid, dry tannins as well as rich fruit. It shows minerality, structure and a firm character that suggests potential for aging. The wine also has rich fruit that balances the density well, its acidity cutting through. Drink from 2016.",,75,88,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Myon de l'Enclos 2010 Moulis-en-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-myon-lenclos-2010-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Myon de l'Enclos 13,Red,France,"This is a ripe, soft and warmly fruity wine. It has red cherry and strawberry flavors that lend a feeling of richness and roundness in texture. The acidity provides structure to this wine, but it is developing fast and will be ready to drink in 2015.",Cuvée Signature Clos du Roi Premier Cru,,88,Burgundy,Beaune,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2011 Cuvée Signature Clos du Roi Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2011-cuvee-signature-clos-roi-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2011,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 13,Red,France,"A dry style of wine that only slowly reveals its juicy character to bring out a warmer, richer side. It also does show considerable toast and spiciness along with firm tannins all of which still need to fully integrate. So don't drink until 2016.",,18,88,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château d'Uza 2010 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-duza-2010-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château d'Uza 13,Red,France,"A rich and rounded wine whose tannins are well buried in the ripe blackberry fruits. It's a dark wine, solidly dry at the core with great swathes of juicy fruit around. It's almost ready to drink so try it out in 2014.",,15,88,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Paillet-Quancard 2010 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-paillet-quancard-2010-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Paillet-Quancard 13,Red,France,"An obviously wood aged wine, with burnt toast and spice dominant at this young stage. Happily, there is enough black currant fruit and fruity acidity underneath to support this overdose of wood. Give it time to fully integrate, and drink from 2016.",,17,88,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Bois Cardon 2011 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bois-cardon-2011-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Bois Cardon 14.5,Red,Chile,"Alluring aromas of violet, fresh herbs, mint and berry fruits are snappy and work well together. This smacks down hard in the mouth courtesy of lively acidity and tannic bite, while flavors of blackberry, toast, green herbs and tobacco finish narrow but firm.",Tributo Single Vineyard Block # Espino,16,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2010 Tributo Single Vineyard Block # Espino Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2010-tributo-single-vineyard-block-espino-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2010,Caliterra 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a Dolcetto offering sheer drinkability and immediate enjoyment. It has a classic Dolcetto fragrance of black cherry, licorice and black pepper with hints of graphite, all of which carry over to the palate. Fresh and vibrant, this will pair with everything, from pasta to grilled steaks. Saranty Imports, Pleasure Elite.",Santa Rosalia,21,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Mauro Sebaste 2012 Santa Rosalia (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-sebaste-2012-santa-rosalia-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2012,Mauro Sebaste 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's a delicious Gavi with aromas of white flowers, peach and tropical fruit. The palate delivers citrus and lime flavors along with a hint of pineapple and crisp, quenching acidity. Perfect for seafood. Saranty Imports, Pleasure Elite.",,21,88,Piedmont,Gavi,,Mauro Sebaste 2012 Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-sebaste-2012-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2012,Mauro Sebaste 12,Sparkling,France,"There is some toasty maturity that adds richness to the crisp apple-skin and tight, tense acidity on the palate of this NV Montaudon. It's a very brisk, clean, light wine with a dry, bright finish.",Réserve Première Brut,,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Montaudon NV Réserve Première Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaudon-nv-reserve-premiere-brut-champagne-180945/,Champagne Blend,,Montaudon 14.4,Red,US,"This Cab shows the firm tannins and concentrated fruit of Atlas Peak, combined with the modern style of soft approachability. It's rich in blackberry and cherry pie flavors, with a generous overlay of sweet oak. Seems too sweet and one-dimensional for aging, so drink it now and through 2015 for freshness.",Estate,60,88,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Astrale e Terra 2009 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astrale-e-terra-2009-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Astrale e Terra 14.8,Red,US,"One minute this Pinot tastes candied and simple, the next it has interesting complexities that suggest ageability. It's hard to figure out where to land in reviewing it. The raspberries and persimmons are ripe and sweetly delicious, while the body is light and silky. However, there are intriguing elements of truffles, cola and herbs that ground it. Your best bet is to drink this pretty Pinot now.",La Cruz Vineyard,43,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Amelle 2010 La Cruz Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amelle-2010-cruz-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Amelle 12.5,Red,US,"Good vineyard sources and a flavorful mix of raspberry, cranberry and rhubarb characterize this aromatic and spicy Pinot Noir. Well-balanced and lightly herbal, it finishes with medium length and should be consumed over the next 3–5 years.",,28,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Alchemist 2011 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alchemist-2011-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Alchemist 14.7,Red,US,"At the age of five years or so, the cherry, currant and chocolate fruit is starting to pick up aged characteristics, softening and growing mellow and earthy. It's at an awkward stage, midway between youth and maturity. It's a gamble, but try giving it another six years.",,85,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fourteen Appellations 2008 Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fourteen-appellations-2008-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,2008,Fourteen Appellations 13.5,Red,Chile,"Despite aromas of Band-Aid and rubber, this is predominantly smoky on the nose, with black-fruit scents and asphalt. The palate feels crisp and focused, while plum, berry and cassis flavors fold in herbal notes and a hint of olive. This is textbook value Chilean Cabernet to drink on any occasion.",Block Selection Reserve Block N.6,12,88,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2011 Block Selection Reserve Block N.6 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2011-block-selection-reserve-block-n6-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,La Playa 13,White,Italy,"Made with native grape Cortese, this Gavi has pretty aromas of citrus, pear and sage along with delicious yellow peach and lemon zest flavors. The fruit richness is balanced by zesty acidity that leaves a clean finish, making this is a classic wine to pair with most seafood and fish dishes.",,19,88,Piedmont,Gavi,,La Piasola 2012 Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piasola-2012-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2012,La Piasola 14.2,Red,US,"This beautiful Pinot Noir shows classic cool-climate characteristics of dryness and acidity, with a silky texture. The flavors are deeply delicious, suggesting raspberries and cola, pomegranates and rhubarbs, cranberries and white pepper spice. The price is fair considering the pedigree. Drink now.",,30,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rusack 2011 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Rusack 13,White,US,"It's easy to see what Chef Puck is aiming for with this wine. There's a great deal of upfront citrus, tropical fruit and honey. Yet the richness fades in the finish, leading to a drier, mineral- and herb-driven balance accentuated by crisp acidity. It's food friendly, at a great price.",Master Lot Reserve,13,88,California,California Other,California,Wolfgang Puck 2012 Master Lot Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolfgang-puck-2012-master-lot-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Wolfgang Puck 13.5,Red,US,"A tarry, soft, straight-shooting red wine with a subtle herbal component, touch of anise and long finish. There is excitement building in the Sierra Foothills about the potential for Cab Franc and this is a fine place to start exploring. Pair with a meat—chicken, lamb or pork—richly adorned in herbs to bring out the wine's herbal notes more fully.","Grace, Hope & Joy",60,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,"Metaphora 2010 Grace, Hope & Joy Cabernet Franc (Sierra Foothills)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/metaphora-2010-grace-hope-joy-cabernet-franc-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Metaphora 13.5,Red,US,"The Arroyo Seco region of Monterey is turning out to be a good source of affordable Pinot Noirs. This one is classically dry, light-bodied and silky, with tantalizing cherry, cranberry, anise and sandalwood flavors. It's one of the best values at this price in California.",,15,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Muirwood 2011 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muirwood-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2011,Muirwood 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a crisp, dry wine that exibits delicious acidity, along with fresh citrus and green-apple flavors. It's bright and fruity, but has a textured undertow that promises good bottle aging. Ready to drink now, but could also benefit by cellaring for a year.",Réserve Brut,54,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Philippe Fontaine NV Réserve Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philippe-fontaine-nv-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Philippe Fontaine 14.1,White,US,"Ripe lemon, lime, grapefruit and tropical fruit flavors, touched with sweet, smoky oak, combine with brisk acidity to make this 100% Sauvignon Blanc instantly likeable. It has a touch of lemongrass and gooseberry that makes it savory.",Mitsuko's Vineyard Musqué Clone,20,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2011 Mitsuko's Vineyard Musqué Clone Sauvignon Blanc (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2011-mitsukos-vineyard-musque-clone-sauvignon-blanc-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Clos Pegase 14.9,Red,US,"Give this Pinot credit for its rich, ripe cherry pie, red licorice, cola and baking spice flavors, which are savory and delicious. It's a bit one-dimensional, and doesn't seem like an ager, but it does show the elegance of the Santa Lucia Highlands.",Sierra Mar Vineyard,52,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Roar 2011 Sierra Mar Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roar-2011-sierra-mar-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Roar 14.2,Red,US,"This soft, voluptuous Merlot has a round suppleness that feels gentle in the mouth. Blended with a little Cabernet Sauvignon, and aged in 30% new French oak, it has delicious flavors of mashed, ripe cherries and blackberries, with heady notes of cassis liqueur and Kahlua.",,30,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Keating 2010 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keating-2010-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2010,Keating 12.5,Red,US,"What a wonderful Cabernet this is for the price. It's producer, Delicato, is one of the few wineries with wide enough access to fruit to be able to produce something this good and affordable. It's softly gentle in black cherries, cola, mocha and dusty tannins, finishing with a long, sweet spiciness.",,13,88,California,California Other,California,HandCraft 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handcraft-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,HandCraft 13.5,White,Portugal,"This fruity wine boasts flavors of mango, pineapple and apricot. It is full and ripe, with bright fruitiness and ample acidity. Some wood aging adds an attractive toasty accent to this warm wine.",Colheita Seleccionada,15,88,Alentejano,,,Herdade Grande 2012 Colheita Seleccionada White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-grande-2012-colheita-seleccionada-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2012,Herdade Grande 9.5,Dessert,Canada,"A youthful and appealing wine with notes of orange peel, citrus and crushed flowers. The palate brings abundant stone fruit flavors that taper off toward the finish.",Icewine,50,88,Ontario,Short Hills Bench,,Henry of Pelham 2012 Icewine Riesling (Short Hills Bench),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-pelham-2012-icewine-riesling-short-hills-bench/,Riesling,2012,Henry of Pelham 13,Red,US,"Light and forward, this pleasant, single vineyard selection opens with pretty raspberry and black cherry fruit and an impression of spritziness. The flavors suggest Campari, with light streaks of herb and anise.",Corral Creek Vineyards,50,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Chehalem 2011 Corral Creek Vineyards Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2011-corral-creek-vineyards-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2011,Chehalem 12.1,White,US,"Mostly Washington Sauvignon Blanc, with a 15% splash of Oregon Müller-Thurgau also in the blend, this dry, sippable, low-alcohol white wine has European finesse. Flavors of green berries and yellow fruits abound, along with melon and grapefruit. The bracing acidity fits the style beautifully.",Resonate White #5,14,88,Washington-Oregon,,,ENSO NV Resonate White #5 Pinot Gris (Washington-Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enso-nv-resonate-white-5-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-washington-oregon/,Pinot Gris,,ENSO 11.5,White,Canada,"Coming from five different vineyards across the Niagara Peninsula, it's an intriguing wine with notes of wintergreen, lime zest, and herbs. It drinks just off dry with a lemon pith finish.",,13,88,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Cave Spring 2011 Riesling (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-spring-2011-riesling-niagara-peninsula/,Riesling,2011,Cave Spring 14.8,White,US,"Although not indicated on the label, this wine is sourced from a vineyard in the Santa Maria Valley. It's a very good, but predictable, Chardonnay, spotlighting honeyed tropical fruit, lime and peach, along with oak-fueled notes of vanilla and buttered toast.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Reserve,38,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Castello di Amorosa 2010 Bien Nacido Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-amorosa-2010-bien-nacido-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Castello di Amorosa 13.5,Red,Italy,"This has a fragrance of cherry and sandalwood with whiffs of toasted oak and bell pepper. The palate offers black cherry, plum and white pepper notes along with oak and espresso sensations. This is fast approaching its ideal drinking window, so enjoy soon.",Riserva,,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Casalvento Radda 2010 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casalvento-radda-2010-riserva-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Casalvento Radda 13.5,Sparkling,France,"Doussot is a producer in the Aube region in southern Champagne, which explains the high alcohol for Champagne. However the wine still has all the crisp, mineral character of Champagne, broadened out with pineapple and ripe orange flavors. It's a youthful wine, showing tight acidity and that would soften and round in 3–4 more years.",Ernestine Brut,,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Doussot 2008 Ernestine Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-doussot-2008-ernestine-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2008,Veuve Doussot 14.5,Red,Italy,"Made with Sangiovese and small amounts of Colorino and Mammolo, this Vino Nobile riserva offers berry and cinnamon aromas with hints of oak. The palate delivers ripe cherry layered with chocolate and vanilla but the tannins and acidity are already evolved so drink soon.",Riserva,,88,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Fattoria Del Cerro 2007 Riserva (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-cerro-2007-riserva-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2007,Fattoria Del Cerro 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a young Nebbiolo that boasts floral and berry aromas. The palate delivers ripe strawberry and raspberry with a hint of orange peel. Bright and delicious. Saranty Imports, Pleasure Elite.",Parigi,23,88,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Mauro Sebaste 2011 Parigi (Nebbiolo d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-sebaste-2011-parigi-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2011,Mauro Sebaste 13,White,France,"Sourced from vines that are just outside the Meursault appellation, this is a light, bright wine flavored with citrus and apple. Floral aromas are followed by touches of spice, balanced acidity and a juicy finish. Drink now–2020",Cuvée des Forgets,,88,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Patrick Javillier 2011 Cuvée des Forgets (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patrick-javillier-2011-cuvee-forgets-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2011,Patrick Javillier 14.2,White,US,"This is a tremendous value for such a good wine, made by Casey Flat Ranch winemaker Laura Barrett, a medium-textured swirl of grapefruit, melon and ripe orange. Grapes from Lake County also add a tropical element, just right in the mix.",,15,88,California,California Other,California,Open Range 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/open-range-2012-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Open Range 13.5,Red,Italy,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc offers aromas of red and black berries, bell pepper and cedar. The palate delivers concentrated blackberry, cherry, chocolate and spice. It has rich flavors but lacks freshness and energy.",Carmione,35,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Pratesi 2009 Carmione Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratesi-2009-carmione-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Pratesi 13,Red,Portugal,"Soft, rich and rounded, this is a concentrated wine that boasts dark plum and berry fruits along with a tight, mineral acidity. The tannins are already well integrated, making this a wine that is already ready to drink. Drink until 2019.",Coroa d'Ouro,12,88,Douro,,,Poças 2011 Coroa d'Ouro Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-2011-coroa-douro-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2011,Poças 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A hugely fruity wine that is also strongly extracted, with licorice and bitter chocolate aromas over burnt wood. It has weight and a rich, round character, the tannins packed and concentrated. To finish, the wine shows more black fruitiness and a touch of acidity. Drink from 2015.",2 Worlds Premium Tinto,28,88,Tejo,,,Pinhal da Torre 2009 2 Worlds Premium Tinto Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinhal-torre-2009-2-worlds-premium-tinto-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,Pinhal da Torre 13.5,Red,US,"Here's a delicious Cabernet for drinking now, although it may gain a note or two with a few years in the cellar. It's dry and full-bodied, with flavors of black currants, cassis, anise, dark chocolate and smoky oak.",Twenty Bench,22,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nine North Wine Company 2012 Twenty Bench Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nine-north-wine-company-2012-twenty-bench-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Nine North Wine Company 12.7,White,US,"While this is a Moscato, it's unlike most of the Moscatos out there on the market. For one thing, it's bone dry. Without the distracting taste of honey, you can really taste the underlying citrus fruits and white flowers, as well as a stimulating minerality. The acidity is excellent.",,20,88,California,California Other,California,Nico 2012 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nico-2012-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2012,Nico 13,Red,France,"Black currant flavors dominates this wine. The palate is dense with flavor, with firm tannins allied with tense acidity and spicy licorice flavors. It's a ripe wine that shows potential for aging. Drink from 2014. Screwcap.",Wild Boar,14,88,Provence,Vin de Pays Var,,Château Routas 2011 Wild Boar Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays Var),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-routas-2011-wild-boar-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-var/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Château Routas 13,White,France,"This is a crisp, floral wine with apple and pear aromas that are unabashedly forward. It has lively acidity and a texture that's crisp, fresh and intensely minerally. Just a touch of creamy vanilla helps to fill the wine out. Drink now and until 2020.",Clos Philippe-le-Hardi,28,88,Burgundy,Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune,,Château Philippe-le-Hardi 2011 Clos Philippe-le-Hardi (Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-philippe-le-hardi-2011-clos-chardonnay-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-beaune/,Chardonnay,2011,Château Philippe-le-Hardi 12.5,White,Portugal,"The crispness of this delicate, aromatic wine reveals the cool climate of the vineyard. With apple and intense citrus flavors, the wine is fruity, textured and refreshing. It's light, mineral and worth aging a year.",Quinta do Cardo,16,88,Beira Interior,,,Companhia das Quintas 2012 Quinta do Cardo Siria (Beira Interior),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2012-quinta-cardo-portuguese-white-siria-beira-interior/,Siria,2012,Companhia das Quintas 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A dense and fruity wine that shows structure and firmness typical of the Douro. It has red berry fruits, dry tannins and a hint of wood aging. The finish is concentrated, with lingering acidity. Drink from 2014.",Fronteira,15,88,Douro,,,Companhia das Quintas 2011 Fronteira Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2011-fronteira-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2011,Companhia das Quintas 13.5,White,US,"The sour tang of green gooseberry immediately brings New Zealand to mind in this dry, tart Sauvignon Blanc. It's relieved by rich California notes of pineapples, pears and honey. Modern Chinese, Vietnamese, Japanese and Thai foods come to mind as ideal pairings.",,24,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Longboard 14,Red,Italy,"Vigna Fraschin has subdued aromas of rose petal and red berry with a tobacco note. The palate is a bit closed but reveals underbrush, mushroom, tobacco leaf and oak. It finishes on a note of espresso.",Vigna Fraschin,39,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Manzone Fratelli 2008 Vigna Fraschin (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzone-2008-vigna-fraschin-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2008,Manzone Fratelli 14,Rose,US,"Strikes just the right balance between Pinot Noir's cherried richness and the sauve elegance you want in a rosé. It's dry and crisp in acidity, with rich notes of orange peel, vanilla and toast.",Wood's Vineyard Rosé of Pinot Noir,25,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ousterhout 2012 Wood's Vineyard Rosé of Pinot Noir Rosé (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ousterhout-2012-woods-vineyard-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Rosé,2012,Ousterhout 14.1,Rose,US,"Break out the prosciutto-wrapped figs and stuffed mushroom appetizers for this light, silky rosé. It's crisp in acidity and delicate in the mouth, with assertive raspberry, orange tea and honey flavors. This is one of the more successful Pinot Noir rosés out there.",Rosé of,24,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Festival and Feast 2012 Rosé of Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/festival-feast-2012-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2012,Festival and Feast 13.5,Red,Italy,"D'Vino is a blend of Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah that opens with aromas of black fruit, spice and toasted notes. The palate delivers plum and black berry flavors along with black pepper and coffee notes. It's soft and ready so drink soon.",D'Vino,40,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Diadema 2011 D'Vino Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diadema-2011-dvino-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2011,Diadema 14,Red,US,"Lots of delicious blackberry, cherry, cola, roasted meat and sandalwood flavors in this Syrah. While it has a certain fanciness, it's kind of simple, soft in structure and without a future. Drink it now, especially with lamb dishes, or try a vegetarian lasagna.",Estate,32,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Demetria 2010 Estate Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2010-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2010,Demetria 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Brut 61 is a tribute to the year Berlucchi produced the first sparking wines made using the classic method in Franciacorta. This fun, simple and lively sparkler offers citrus fruit, notes of pineapple and a crisp, clean finish.",'61 Brut,29,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Berlucchi NV '61 Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berlucchi-nv-61-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Berlucchi 12.5,White,US,"This is a palate-pleasing, low alcohol Pinot Gris, just lightly grassy and showing balanced flavors of fresh cut pear and melon. The crisp acidity leaves an impression of wet stone, refreshing the palate and setting you up for another glass.",,23,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bell 2012 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Bell 13,White,France,"This Chardonnay is full of ripe apple fruits, but wears its wood aging well with notes of vanilla and toast. It's full bodied and open in style, balancing ripe fruits with a delicate structure and refreshing acidity. It's ready to drink now, but will also improve through 2018.",,,88,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Domaine du Chalet Pouilly 2012 Saint-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chalet-pouilly-2012-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2012,Domaine du Chalet Pouilly 14.5,Red,US,"Ripe, sunny cherry pie, red currant and licorice flavors mark this dry, silky Pinot Noir. It shows the full-bodied character of Nielson Vineyard, along with the crushed hard spices that make the wine so savory. Drink now–2015.",Nielson Vineyard,36,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2011 Nielson Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2011-nielson-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Byron 14.3,White,US,"Fruity flavors of oranges, nectarines and peaches star in this bright, crisply acidic wine. The winery doesn't say if there was any oak used, but if so, it was minimal. Lees stirring gives it a creamy, yeasty complexity. Try this interesting wine as an alternative to Chardonnay.",Paragon Vineyard,24,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baker & Brain 2012 Paragon Vineyard Grenache Blanc (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baker-brain-2012-paragon-vineyard-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-edna-valley/,Grenache Blanc,2012,Baker & Brain 13,Red,US,"This is significantly lighter than the 2010 edition, both in color and in flavor. Red apple and tart cherry fruit combines into a wine with plenty of acidity. There's a flavor of cracker running through the core, and continuing after the fruit fades away.",Ribbon Springs Vineyard,68,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Adelsheim 2011 Ribbon Springs Vineyard Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2011-ribbon-springs-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2011,Adelsheim 14.5,White,US,"Barrel fermented in neutral oak, this Mendo Tocai Friulano is dry and slightly savory. Aromatic with citrus—mostly lemon—and a crisp taste of lemon on the palate too. A plate of savory, spicy charcuterie and herb-dusted cheeses would pair just right.",Fox Hill Vineyard,25,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Vía 2012 Fox Hill Vineyard Tocai Friulano (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/via-2012-fox-hill-vineyard-italian-white-tocai-friulano-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Tocai Friulano,2012,Vía 13,Red,US,"The herbal Boulder Bluff bottling remains rather stubbornly closed, even after being open for several hours. It's tart with fruit flavors of cranberry and green apple.",Boulder Bluff Vineyard,68,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Adelsheim 2011 Boulder Bluff Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2011-boulder-bluff-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2011,Adelsheim 14,Red,France,"A concentrated, ripe wine, full of toasty new wood flavors as well as dark berry tannins and acidity. It is dense, full in the mouth and packed with ripe fruit. Drink from 2016.",Délice du Prieuré,50,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château le Prieuré 2011 Délice du Prieuré (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-prieure-2011-delice-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château le Prieuré 12.5,White,France,"Here's a wood-aged wine, with peach and pineapple flavors and a rich, round mouthfeel. It has a lighter side, with ample, crisp acidity and the poise of the white wines of 2012. You could drink it now, but better to wait until 2014.",,,88,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Haut Selve 2012 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-selve-2012-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Haut Selve 13.5,Red,France,"This is a solid and structured wine that is lightened by its juicy acidity. Black currant fruits dominate, giving a fresh character to the wine. The tannins that show through do promise medium-term aging. Drink from 2014.",Cuvée Prestige,31,88,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Haut Mazerolles 2011 Cuvée Prestige (Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-mazerolles-2011-cuvee-prestige-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Haut Mazerolles 13.5,Red,France,"Just the right amount of wood aging gives this ripe wine great style. It has juicy blackberry fruits to balance the spice and toast character, offering richness and a full, fruity character finished with acidity.",Grande Réserve,13,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Haut Claribes 2012 Grande Réserve (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-claribes-2012-grande-reserve-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Haut Claribes 14.5,Red,US,"Hearty in toasty vanilla, this softly textured Primitivo has a wealth of blackberry fruit and weighty texture that veers dangerously close to overpowering before pulling back and finding its balance. The finish keeps you coming back for more.",Clockspring Vineyard,24,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Borjón 2010 Clockspring Vineyard Primitivo (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borjon-2010-clockspring-vineyard-zinfandel-primitivo-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Primitivo,2010,Borjón 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a full, rich wine that has pears and yellow fruits to contrast a fresh minerality and brisk acidity. As the wine opens, it's increasingly bright and crisp in character. A well balanced wine that's full of fruitiness.",Charles VII Brut,,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Canard-Duchêne NV Charles VII Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canard-duchene-nv-charles-vii-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Canard-Duchêne 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a soft, almost off-dry Champagne with bright raspberry flavor and a gentle structure. It is balanced with fruitiness laced with good levels of acidity. To be drunk now while it is still young and crisp.",Brut Rosé,55,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Drappier NV Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drappier-nv-brut-rose-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Drappier 13.7,White,US,"Tasted in late August, there was a spritziness that may well disappear by the time this wine is available on the market. That fizziness is by no means unattractive. It brings a bright, Champagne-like kick to the Meyer-lemon, lime, apricot and papaya flavors that make this Sauvignon Blanc so savory.",,18,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Oberon 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oberon-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Oberon 13,Red,France,"Perfumed and fruity, this is a gentle, lightly structured wine. It has red fruits, soft tannins and plenty of bright acidity. It's not a wine for long aging and can be drunk now–2018.",Les Beaumonts,27,87,Burgundy,Chorey-lès-Beaune,,Domaine A. Machard de Gramont 2011 Les Beaumonts (Chorey-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-a-machard-gramont-2011-beaumonts-pinot-noir-chorey-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine A. Machard de Gramont 14.1,Red,Chile,"Crusty berry aromas are toasty and tarry. This feels flush and solid, with good body and structure. On the palate, this tastes fresh and lightly herbal, with spiced berry as the core flavor. A minty, lightly toasted and spicy finish provides a nice ending",El Caballero,12,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Veramonte 2011 El Caballero Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramonte-2011-el-caballero-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Veramonte 13,Sparkling,France,"Situated in the Aube region, Philippe Fontaine makes a ripe style of Champagne. This non vintage fits the bill—it's a full, structured, textured wine with ripe yellow fruits balanced by bright acidity. The wine is crisp and dry on the finish.",Tradition Brut,40,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Philippe Fontaine NV Tradition Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philippe-fontaine-nv-tradition-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Philippe Fontaine 12.5,White,Portugal,"This is a floral, mineral, textured wine, crisp while also full and rounded. Citrus and crisp apple notes are dominant, the wine fragrantly fruity and ripe. A great food wine, with brilliant acidity at the end. Screwcap.",Cape Roca Fish,15,87,Minho,,,Casca Wines 2012 Cape Roca Fish Alvarinho (Minho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2012-cape-roca-fish-albarino-alvarinho-minho/,Alvarinho,2012,Casca Wines 13.5,Rose,Portugal,"Bright and fresh, this is a delicate rosé, showing both fruitiness and some structure. Strawberry dusted with pepper lends a spicy berry character throughout. It's not for aging, so drink now.",Casa da Passarella O Brazileiro,12,86,Dão,,,Casa da Passarella 2012 Casa da Passarella O Brazileiro Rosé (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-passarella-2012-da-o-brazileiro-rose-dao/,Rosé,2012,Casa da Passarella 13.5,White,US,"Aggressively oaky, this does not seem to have yet integrated the substantial barrel flavors with the somewhat sour fruit. Stiff and woody, it was tasted repeatedly over 24 hours without showing much change.",Stoller Vineyard,52,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2011 Stoller Vineyard Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2011-stoller-vineyard-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Adelsheim 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This opens with nutty aromas that eventually reveal subdued notes of fruit and spice. The palate is lean, with walnut flavors and hints of dried cherry and nutmeg. It lacks fruit richness and has a bitter finish.",Brolese Rosé Extra Brut,29,86,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Villa Crespia NV Brolese Rosé Extra Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-crespia-nv-brolese-rose-extra-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Villa Crespia 9,Dessert,Germany,"Herbaceous, with notes of fresh leaves, green florals and honeydew, this bargain eiswein is ethereally delicate on the palate. It's honeyed in sweetness, but briskly composed, with sharp lemon acidity.",Eiswein,30,86,Rheinhessen,,,Heinz Eifel 2012 Eiswein Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heinz-eifel-2012-eiswein-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2012,Heinz Eifel 13,White,France,"Bright and fruity, this is a wine to be enjoyed now. It's crisp acidity, but concentrated with creamed-apple flavors and broadened by a touch of wood.",Prestige,18,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Henri de Villamont 2010 Prestige (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-2010-prestige-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2010,Henri de Villamont 14.8,Red,US,"Juicy in blackberry and dark plum, this is a fruity Primitivo with a backbone of leather, coffee and spice. The finish veers into overripe flavors.",,35,86,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Wattle Creek 2010 Primitivo (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2010-zinfandel-primitivo-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Primitivo,2010,Wattle Creek 12,White,Portugal,"Pear and tangerine notes give this wine an immediately fruity character. It has bright acidity, with a fresh and crisp palate. The fruit is right up front, with a soft aftertaste.",Andreza Códega do Larinho,15,86,Douro,,,Wines & Winemakers 2012 Andreza Códega do Larinho White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2012-andreza-codega-larinho-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2012,Wines & Winemakers 14,Red,Portugal,"This is a spicy wine that is full of juicy red-berry fruit notes. It is soft and gentle, with a core of dry tannins that gives the wine structure. Young and fruity, it is ready to drink, but will also age. Drink until 2018.",Companhia das Lezírias Catapereiro,12,86,Tejo,,,Wines & Winemakers 2011 Companhia das Lezírias Catapereiro Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2011-companhia-das-lezirias-catapereiro-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2011,Wines & Winemakers 13,White,US,"Lodi-based Michael David turns to Lodi, Sonoma's Dry Creek Valley and Lake County to craft this white wine, mostly Sauvignon Blanc with a drop of Sémillon too. Ready for a summer's day with subtle Mandarin orange, mango and lime notes, it finishes quick and crisp.",,16,86,California,California Other,California,Michael David 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-david-2012-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Michael David 13,Red,Italy,"This delightful red shows ripe red cherry, cinnamon-spice and chocolate sensations. It's not complex, but is made to be consumed young and is all about easy enjoyment. Pair this with everyday fare, from hearty pastas to steaks.",STLTO Malbec-Merlot,10,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Spinelli 2012 STLTO Malbec-Merlot Red (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spinelli-2012-stlto-malbec-merlot-red-veneto/,Red Blend,2012,Spinelli 14.8,Red,US,"After the initial hit of intensely sweet blackberries and oak, there's not a whole lot going on in this 100% Cab. It's high in alcohol, with sweet glycerine and some heat co-starring. The tannins are thick, so you have to wonder if the wine has a future. Yes, but not a long one. Drink now–2017.",,55,86,California,Napa,Oakville,Liparita 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liparita-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Liparita 10.5,Dessert,France,"A sweet blend of Gros Manseng and Sauvignon Blanc, this wine boasts smooth, attractively honeyed fruit, along with a penetrating burst of acidity. Pineapple, peach and apple flavors blend well together, making this wine a great apéritif.",Villa Chambre d'Amour,,86,France Other,Vin de France,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2012 Villa Chambre d'Amour White (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2012-villa-chambre-damour-white-vin/,White Blend,2012,Lionel Osmin & Cie 14.1,Rose,US,"A mild rosé made from Pinot Noir grapes in the relatively warm Yorkville Highlands (warmer than nearby Anderson Valley on average), this wine evokes flavors of charcuterie, grapefruit and watermelon, its textures softly tamed.",Rosé of Pinot Noir,17,86,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Wattle Creek 2012 Rosé of Pinot Noir Rosé (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2012-rose-pinot-noir-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Rosé,2012,Wattle Creek 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a simple but well made Chianti with a fruity fragrance of ripe berry. The palate offers sweet cherry, raspberry, clove and cinnamon in an light and easy-to-drink style. This is a perfect red for pizza and pasta.",,32,86,Tuscany,Chianti,,Piazzano 2012 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piazzano-2012-red-chianti/,Red Blend,2012,Piazzano 13.9,Red,US,"Surprisingly, in this excellent vintage where the Pinot ripened quite nicely, this is a strongly herbal wine with a grassy aroma as well. Black cherry fruit is grounded in a chalky, earthy finish.",,16,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Kudos 2012 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kudos-2012-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,Kudos 12.2,White,US,"This medium sweet, easy drinker brings aromatic and flavorful notes of pear, jasmine and white flowers.",Chateau Series,8,85,Idaho,Idaho,,Ste. Chapelle NV Chateau Series Riesling (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-nv-chateau-series-riesling-idaho/,Riesling,,Ste. Chapelle 11,Sparkling,France,"This is a refreshing picnic wine with light acidity, touches of pears and some sweetness. Its low alcohol makes it great for summer sunshine.",Brut Excellence,10,85,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Louis Perdrier NV Brut Excellence Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-perdrier-nv-brut-excellence-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Louis Perdrier 12,White,France,"Very much in the style of the light whites of Gascony, this is crisp with apple and grapefruit flavor, herbaceous and clean as a whistle. It's ready to drink, but keep a few months if you'd like a softer character. Screwcap.",La Réserve,,85,France Other,Vin de France,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2012 La Réserve Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2012-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-vin/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Lionel Osmin & Cie 13.5,White,US,"True to its legacy, K-J's V.R. Chard is almost off-dry and soft in style, with pleasant mango, peach, orange and vanilla flavors. It's an easy-drinking wine to enjoy with everyday picnic or beach fare.",Vintner's Reserve,17,85,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2012 Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2012-vintners-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Kendall-Jackson 12,Sparkling,US,"This is an easy, tasty bubbly, with raspberry, orange and vanilla flavors. Blended from French Columbard, Chardonnay, Sangiovese and Gamay, it's crisp in acidity, with a sweet finish.",Brut Made with Organically Grown Grapes,14,85,California,California Other,California,Korbel 2011 Brut Made with Organically Grown Grapes Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-2011-brut-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,2011,Korbel 12.5,White,France,"This bright, lightweight wine is very fruity and totally ready to drink. It's a blend of Sauvignon from across the Loire valley—crisp, refreshing and juicy.",La Petite Perrière,,85,France Other,Vin de France,,Saget la Perrière 2012 La Petite Perrière Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saget-perriere-2012-petite-sauvignon-blanc-vin/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Saget la Perrière 12.5,Red,France,"Although this wine is labeled Vin de France, all the fruit is from the Loire. It's soft and fruity, but has a layer of tannins not always found in Pinot Noir this far north. Bright with red fruits, the wine finishes with acidity and a touch of dryness.",La Petite Perrière,,85,France Other,Vin de France,,Saget la Perrière 2012 La Petite Perrière Pinot Noir (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saget-perriere-2012-petite-pinot-noir-vin/,Pinot Noir,2012,Saget la Perrière 14.2,Red,US,"Rutherford Hill has been producing Malbec longer than most California wineries. This 2010 is a tannic red wine with currant and leather flavors, but it's quick and a bit lush on the finish.",,39,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2010 Malbec (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2010-malbec-napa-valley/,Malbec,2010,Rutherford Hill 11.5,White,Portugal,"A soft style of Vinho Verde that is open and rounded. There is, of course, plenty of crisp citrus fruits, but these are accompanied by riper yellow fruits and a gentle texture. Ready to drink. Screwcap.",,,85,Vinho Licoroso,,,Vera 2012 White (Vinho Licoroso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vera-2012-white-vinho-licoroso/,Portuguese White,2012,Vera 15,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend is a little too hot, soft and ripe for comfort. On the plus side are luscious flavors of blackberries, cherries, currants and dark chocolate. The official alcohol is 15% by volume.",,40,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2011 Meritage (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2011-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast-paso-robles/,Meritage,2011,Robert Hall 10.5,Dessert,Canada,"Notes of hickory smoke dominate this wine, followed by dried strawberry and spice. It's quite sweet with a smoke-filled finish.",Icewine,65,85,British Columbia,Okanagan Valley,,Summerhill Pyramid 2007 Icewine Pinot Noir (Okanagan Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summerhill-pyramid-2007-icewine-pinot-noir-okanagan-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Summerhill Pyramid 11.1,White,US,"Made in a sweet style (75 g/L residual sugar) and needing a bit more acid to make it work, it hits only a few notes but hits them hard with violets, peach and soda water.",Special Harvest,10,85,Idaho,,,Ste. Chapelle 2012 Special Harvest Riesling,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-2012-special-harvest-riesling-snake-river-valley/,Riesling,2012,Ste. Chapelle 14.5,White,US,"This is unabashedly forward and fruity with peach, mango and orange flavors that finish on a honeyed note. The blend is Marsanne, Roussanne and Viognier.",Estate Cuvée Blanc,24,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,St. Francis 2012 Estate Cuvée Blanc White (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2012-estate-cuvee-blanc-white-sonoma-valley/,Rhône-style White Blend,2012,St. Francis 14.8,Red,US,"Not a bad wine, but not particularly exciting. It has blackberry and cherry flavors, tinged with oak, but also some green, vegetal notes that prohibit aging. The finish is soft and sweet.",Oroppas,55,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 2010 Oroppas Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-2010-oroppas-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,St. Clement 12,Sparkling,Portugal,"Made from the red grape Castelão, this is an earthy wine, with a bitter edge of almonds as well as a crisp lemon grass flavor. There is a touch of pepper as well, giving a wine that is now mature. Drink now.",Monge Bruto,16,85,Tejo,,,Quinta do Casal Branco 2008 Monge Bruto Castelão (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-casal-branco-2008-monge-bruto-portuguese-red-castelao-tejo/,Castelão,2008,Quinta do Casal Branco 15,Red,Italy,"This Chianti has aromas of prune and dried cherry marinated in spirits. The palate is very warm, dominated by searing alcohol sensations with notes of black cherry and white pepper in the background.",,17,85,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,Olivi 2011 Chianti Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivi-2011-red-chianti-superiore/,Red Blend,2011,Olivi 12.2,Red,US,"In a heavy bottle, this Cab is a case study in concentrated richness, weighty, with mellowed tannins. The fruit signature is classically black cherry and cassis, a small hint of minty cedar in the background. According to the producer the fruit hails from Clements Hills near Lodi.",Elan Vintner's Private Reserve,49,85,California,California Other,California,Oenophile Wines 2011 Elan Vintner's Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oenophile-wines-2011-elan-vintners-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Oenophile Wines 15.1,Red,US,"This wine is mainly Grenache, with a drop of Mourvèdre. It's softly tannic, with ripe flavors of raspberries and cherries, while high alcohol gives it a sweet note of glycerine.",F Bomb,15,85,California,California Other,California,Nine North Wine Company 2012 F Bomb Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nine-north-wine-company-2012-f-bomb-red-other/,Red Blend,2012,Nine North Wine Company 12,Red,France,"This is a youthful, fruity wine with delicate texture that is full of red-cherry flavor and soft tannins. It's wine to drink young for its fruitiness and bright acidity.",,,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Nicolas Potel 2012 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-potel-2012-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2012,Nicolas Potel ,White,Chile,"Apple and nectarine aromas are generic but fruity. This Viognier is cut by firm acidity and thus is fresh in the mouth, with lime, green apple and some bitterness to the flavor profile. A chalky feeling finish is green and citrusy in flavor.",Estate Series,7,85,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2012 Estate Series Viognier (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2012-estate-series-viognier-colchagua-valley/,Viognier,2012,La Playa 14,Red,Chile,"Olive, herbs and racy berry aromas announce that this is cool-climate Malbec. The mouthfeel is a bit astringent due to pounding acids, while flavors of animal hide, mint, herbs and salty berry fruits finish herbal and slightly green.",Unfiltered,20,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Loma Larga 2009 Unfiltered Malbec (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loma-larga-2009-unfiltered-malbec-casablanca-valley/,Malbec,2009,Loma Larga 14.3,Red,US,"The official alcohol is only 14.3% by volume, but the wine feels hot and tastes sweet in glycerine, which gives the raspberries and cherries a candied note. Barbecue, slathered with sauce, will easily tackle it.",Buchignani Vineyard,35,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Keating 2011 Buchignani Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keating-2011-buchignani-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Keating 12.5,White,Portugal,Here's a perfumed white wine that shows great freshness and a light structure. Apple and crisp pear notes mingle with a hint of tropical fruit. The fresh acidity on the finish makes it delicious to drink now. Screwcap.,Periquita White,11,85,Península de Setúbal,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2012 Periquita White White (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2012-periquita-white-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese White,2012,José Maria da Fonseca 14.5,Red,US,"Irony makes good, drinkable, affordable wines and makes no apologies for them. Nor should they. This is a fruity, rich Cabernet, deep in blackberries, currants and chocolate, and meant for enjoying now. A great example of how California does inexpensive with effortless ease.",Small Lot Reserve,15,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Irony 2011 Small Lot Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/irony-2011-small-lot-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Irony 14,Red,Chile,"This is dark in color, extracted and smells reduced and soupy, with herbal notes riding high on the bouquet. Astringency and questionable balance factor into the big picture, while flavors of stewed plum and herbal black fruits finish salty and savory, with green leftovers.",Ona Special Reserve,18,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Anakena 2011 Ona Special Reserve Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anakena-2011-ona-special-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2011,Anakena 13.5,Red,US,"Formation is a brand from Scheid, in the Salinas Valley. This Pinot Noir shows lots of appeal despite the everyday price. It's dry, crisp in acidity and light-bodied, with savory cranberry, pomegranate, cola and sandalwood flavors.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Formation 2011 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/formation-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Formation 14,Red,Portugal,"A bold red wine, full of ripe red berry fruits that are spiced with a judicious pinch of wood. It is full-bodied, juicy and easy to drink now, with light acidity at the end.",Audaz Tinto,10,85,Alentejano,,,Herdade Grande 2011 Audaz Tinto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-grande-2011-audaz-tinto-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2011,Herdade Grande 12.5,White,France,"Crisp, fruity, full of apple and citrus flavors, this is a tightly-coiled, fresh wine. Clean and fragrant, it's a all ready to drink a straight line of fruit and freshness.",,,85,Bordeaux,Entre-Deux-Mers,,Château Tuilerie Pagès 2012 Entre-Deux-Mers,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tuilerie-pages-2012-white-entre-deux-mers/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Tuilerie Pagès 14.5,Red,Portugal,"An earthy aroma sets the scene for a wine that feels rustic. The red fruits are in the background, hinting at some potential richness. Wood aging adds a touch of spice, pointing up the juiciness on the finish.",Farizoa,,85,Alentejano,,,Companhia das Quintas 2011 Farizoa Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2011-farizoa-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2011,Companhia das Quintas 12.5,Red,Italy,This is a light-bodied but delightful Barbera with bright cherry aromas punctuated by hints of black pepper and smoky notes. Simple but well-made and best enjoyed soon. Pair this simple fare like pasta and tomato sauce.,Cren della Lepre,13,85,Piedmont,Piemonte,,Cantine Lanzavecchia 2012 Cren della Lepre Barbera (Piemonte),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-lanzavecchia-2012-cren-della-lepre-barbera-piedmont/,Barbera,2012,Cantine Lanzavecchia 11.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a sophisticated wine that's ripe and full bodied. It has acidity that supports the apple and citrus flavors, and a clean, clear profile that makes it a fine apéritif.",Cuvée Jean-Louis Blanc de Blancs Brut,11,85,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Charles de Fère NV Cuvée Jean-Louis Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-de-fere-nv-cuvee-jean-louis-blanc-de-blancs-brut-sparkling-vin-mousseux-174360/,Sparkling Blend,,Charles de Fère 12,Sparkling,France,"Chardonnay lends a sense of style to this rounded, soft wine. With a layer of acidity cutting through the more open character, it is well balanced. It's fruity with apples and citrus, and a fine, bright aftertaste.",Chardonnay Tradition Brut,15,85,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Charles de Fère NV Chardonnay Tradition Brut Chardonnay (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-fere-nv-chardonnay-tradition-brut-vin-mousseux/,Chardonnay,,Charles de Fère 14.5,White,US,"Oak dominates this Chardonnay, with buttered toast and butterscotch flavors engulfing underlying tropical and citrus fruits. It's easy drinking and accessible, but without a lot of complexity.",Nielson Vineyard,32,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2011 Nielson Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2011-nielson-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Byron 7,Dessert,Italy,"This simple, sparkling dessert wine from Piedmont is made with the red Brachetto grape. It offers a heady fragrance of rose and musk, along with bright strawberry and cranberry flavors. At only 7% alcohol, it's perfect for Sunday brunch.",,15,85,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Castello del Poggio NV Brachetto (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-del-poggio-nv-brachetto-piedmont-180335/,Brachetto,,Castello del Poggio 10.5,White,Portugal,"An off-dry, very fruity wine that is deliciously light and fresh. It has flavors of pear laced with citrus, and just a touch of spritz to give it an extra lift. It is ready to drink now. Screwcap.",Cape Roca Fisherman,11,85,Vinho Verde,,,Casca Wines 2012 Cape Roca Fisherman White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2012-cape-roca-fisherman-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Casca Wines 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a simple Barbera with bright aromas of red fruit. On the palate, this shows cherry along with a hint of vanilla and peppery notes. Very fresh and smooth, but ready to drink now.",Tardoc,15,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Villadoria 2012 Tardoc (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villadoria-2012-tardoc-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2012,Villadoria 13,White,Portugal,"This is a smooth, creamy wine, with apple and pear aromas and flavors, as well as a crisp texture. It's full-bodied, very fruity and ready to drink, with bursting freshness and lingering acidity.",Oscar's Branco,12,86,Douro,,,Quevedo 2012 Oscar's Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quevedo-2012-oscars-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2012,Quevedo 14,Red,Italy,"This Ripasso has a fragrance of toasted oak, prune and tobacco. The palate is shows wood sensations along with restrained blackberry, vanilla and spice. The shows the heat of the vintage and is already evolved.",,33,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Villa Erbice 2009 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-erbice-2009-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2009,Villa Erbice 12.5,White,Portugal,"This is a perfumed wine, its freshness leaping from the glass. It has crisp green and white fruits, lively acidity and a light, tangy character. The finish shows more richness and a dry, textured feel.",,12,86,Tejo,,,Quinta do Casal Branco 2012 White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-casal-branco-2012-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2012,Quinta do Casal Branco 13,Red,France,"Delicately perfumed with bright red-fruit aromas, this is a light, fruity, forward wine that is ready to drink now. Acidity cuts through the palate and soft tannins linger on the finish.",,20,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Louis Chavy 2011 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-chavy-2011-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2011,Louis Chavy 13.4,Rose,US,"Marked by brisk acidity and fruity raspberry flavor, this blush has the benefit of a dry finish and low alcohol. All it wants is the proper food to set it off. Fish stew, noodles with lamb meatballs, salmon burgers and vegetable tempura come to mind.",Nance's Vineyard Rosé of Zinfandel,18,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ousterhout 2012 Nance's Vineyard Rosé of Zinfandel Rosé (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ousterhout-2012-nances-vineyard-rose-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Rosé,2012,Ousterhout 14.5,Red,US,"You'll find lots of upfront blackberry, black currant, roasted meat and cedar flavors in this dry Malbec. It's a little soft, but easy to drink now, especially with beef.",Valley View Vineyard,20,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lucas & Lewellen 2010 Valley View Vineyard Malbec (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-lewellen-2010-valley-view-vineyard-malbec-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Malbec,2010,Lucas & Lewellen 13.5,Red,US,"It's terribly hard to get a good Pinot at this price, but this one deserves credit. It shows proper dry silkiness, and deep, spicy flavors of raspberries and red currants, accented by smoky sandalwood. Give it credit for what it is.",,12,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Montoya 2010 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montoya-2010-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Montoya 12.5,Red,France,"A hint of earthiness and tannins add complexity to this fruity, bright wine full of red berry flavors. It's fragrant, delicious and refreshingly juicy, but not for aging.",,25,86,France Other,Chignin,,Domaine les Cantates 2011 Mondeuse (Chignin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cantates-2011-other-red-mondeuse-chignin/,Mondeuse,2011,Domaine les Cantates 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a simple but well made red from Tuscany that has floral aromas of violet and rose with berry notes. The palate offers bright cherry, red currant and a touch of spice. Pair this with pasta dishes or grilled vegetables.",Pietramaggio,11,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria di Grignano 2011 Pietramaggio Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-grignano-2011-pietramaggio-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2011,Fattoria di Grignano 12.5,White,US,"A delightful Pinot Grigio, perfect for drinking as an appetizer wine, or with anything from fried chicken to Vietnamese pho. It's crisp in acidity, which gives a balanced structure to the ripe lime, apple and peach fruit flavors.",,8,86,California,California Other,California,Domino 2012 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domino-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Domino 13.5,Red,France,"This Malbec from Cahors producer Château de Gaudou highlights the warm fruitiness of the grape, but adds an unusally firm, textured character to it. It has bright acidity that sharpens the fruit and brightens the finish.",Gaudou,,86,France Other,Vin de France,,Château de Gaudou 2011 Gaudou Malbec (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaudou-2011-gaudou-malbec-vin/,Malbec,2011,Château de Gaudou 13,Red,France,This is a bright and fruity red-currant and berry-fruited wine. It has some richness along with a more stalky edge. Wood aging shows subtly along with the firm tannins of the vintage. Drink from 2014.,,12,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château la Rose Belair 2010 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rose-belair-2010-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Rose Belair 14.4,Red,US,"It's not clear what the varietal blend is, but it tastes like a Rhône-style wine, and a simple one, at that. Soft and silky, it has raspberry, honey, toasted almond and cinnamon flavors.",Pantheon,22,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Demetria 2010 Pantheon Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2010-pantheon-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Demetria 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkling wine has aromas of baked apricot, walnut, hay, citrus and oak. The palate is lean and dry, without enough fruit richness to support the oak.",Dosage Zero Millesimato Brut,65,86,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Castello Bonomi 2007 Dosage Zero Millesimato Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bonomi-2007-dosage-zero-millesimato-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Castello Bonomi 14,Red,Portugal,"A soft, smooth and juicy wine, with attractive red fruit aromas and a warm, fragrant texture. The wine has spice, hints of herbs and a strong layer of acidity. Drink now and until 2018.",Bridão Clássico,7,86,Tejo,,,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 2010 Bridão Clássico Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-do-cartaxo-2010-bridao-classico-red-tejo-180699/,Portuguese Red,2010,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 11,Sparkling,US,"Yes, this blend of Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, French Colombard and Muscat Canelli is quite sweet, with sugary flavors of oranges, peaches, vanilla and toast. And yes, some people will turn their noses up at it. Too bad for them—it's an ideal wine for drinking at the beach or picnics, or celebrating just about anything.",Sweet Cuvée,14,86,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Sweet Cuvée Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-sweet-cuvee-sparkling-california-180051/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel 13.5,White,US,"Kenwood perfected their Chardonnay style a long time ago, and it works, so why would they change? The quality may vary vintage to vintage, but not by much, and the price is always everyday. The 2012 is ripe and fruity, with orange and mango flavors enhanced by sweet oak and crisp acidity.",,14,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2012 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2012-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2012,Kenwood 14.4,Red,US,"Powerful in tannins and brisk in acidity, this Syrah feels tough and resistant in the mouth, despite good blackberry, blueberry and pepper flavors. Decant and drink now with big barbecue or roasts.",,35,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Left Bend 2010 Syrah (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/left-bend-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Syrah,2010,Left Bend 13.1,White,US,"Here's a zesty, honeyed wine with acidity that balances the richness. It shows sunny California flavors of limes, pineapples, green apples, peaches and tropical fruits.",Estate,16,86,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,3CV 2012 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3cv-2012-estate-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,3CV 13.5,White,US,"There's a whiff of almond, a flavor of lime pith and a finish of wet stone in this light Pinot Blanc. A suggestion of cracker comes through in the finish.",,20,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Youngberg Hill Vineyards 2012 Pinot Blanc (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/youngberg-hill-2012-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Youngberg Hill Vineyards 13,White,Portugal,"A cool, crisp and fresh wine that also has enough weight to go well with food. It has lively lemon, plum and red apple flavors. A touch of steely character lends great shape to this ready to drink wine.",Azul Portugal,11,86,Tejo,,,Wines & Winemakers 2012 Azul Portugal White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2012-azul-portugal-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2012,Wines & Winemakers 14,Red,Portugal,"A dark, ripe and fruity wine that is full of dense red-fruit aromas and spicy tannins. The palate offers ample freshness, with crisp, juicy red berry fruit up front. Drink now and until 2017.",Samora Tinto,13,86,Tejo,,,Wines & Winemakers 2011 Samora Tinto Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2011-samora-tinto-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2011,Wines & Winemakers 13,Red,France,"Soft and warm, this wine originates from the northern end of the Côte de Nuits. It has wild-raspberry and dark cherry flavors balanced with elegant acidity. It's wine that will age quickly, so drink from 2014.",Cuvée Signature La Mazière,33,86,Burgundy,Fixin,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2011 Cuvée Signature La Mazière (Fixin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2011-cuvee-signature-maziere-pinot-noir-fixin/,Pinot Noir,2011,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 12.5,White,France,"While on the light side, this is an attractive, fruity wine. It has a creamy, soft feel to it with fresh pear flavors, as well as a touch of vanilla from the gentle wood aging. It's ready to drink now, but will be better in a year.",,20,86,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Barton & Guestier 2012 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2012-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2012,Barton & Guestier 13.5,Red,Uruguay,"The nose on this Tannat is constricted and rubbery, but give it air and it shows power along with herbal plum and berry aromas. In the mouth, this is medium in weight and fairly smooth. Flavors of raspberry, plum and strawberry fill out the palate, while the finish is quiet.",Reserva,16,86,Canelones,,,Pueblo del Sol 2011 Reserva Tannat (Canelones),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pueblo-sol-2011-reserva-other-red-tannat-canelones/,Tannat,2011,Pueblo del Sol 13.7,Red,US,"There are savory, complex flavors of black cherries, green herbs, tea and sweet oak in this dry, full-bodied Merlot. It's a little soft and simple despite firm tannins that make for a puckery mouthfeel. Drink now.",,22,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Oberon 2010 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oberon-2010-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Oberon 12.6,White,US,"This easy, versatile wine is a blend of Vermentino and Roussanne. It's dry but rich with honey, apricots and citrus fruits, with a good streak of acidity for balance.",G Spot,15,86,California,California Other,California,Nine North Wine Company 2012 G Spot White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nine-north-wine-company-2012-g-spot-white-other/,White Blend,2012,Nine North Wine Company 13.3,Red,US,"Aged in neutral French oak, it has light notes of herbs, plum, pencil lead and crushed flowers. The acids are tart and racy competing with somewhat gruff tannins. Pair it with pizza or pasta with a red sauce to see it at its best.",Estate Grown,22,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2010 Estate Grown Dolcetto (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2010-estate-grown-italian-red-dolcetto-southern-umpqua-valley/,Dolcetto,2010,Abacela 12,White,France,"Colombard, Sauvignon Blanc and Gros Manseng are an easy, refreshing blend in this wine from Gascony. It's fragrant, lively and packed with apple and pink grapefruit. Fruity, fresh and ready to drink.",Villa Grand Cap,,86,France Other,Vin de France,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2012 Villa Grand Cap White (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2012-villa-grand-cap-white-vin/,White Blend,2012,Lionel Osmin & Cie 11,Sparkling,US,"Like the label says, this Pinot Noir-based blend of multiple varieties is sugary sweet, with raspberry, vanilla and toast flavors. It's a refreshing and easy to drink.",Sweet Rosé,14,86,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Sweet Rosé Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-sweet-rose-sparkling-california-180050/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel 12,Sparkling,US,"Scoury and sweet in the mouth, this blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay has forward flavors of peaches, limes, oranges, honey and vanilla. With brisk acidity, it's a nice bubbly to drink now.",Natural,17,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Korbel 2010 Natural Sparkling (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-2010-natural-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2010,Korbel 13.5,White,US,"This fruit-driven Pinot Gris blends green apple, melon and pear, with a hint of celery suggesting some less-than-ripe fruit in the mix also. The finish turns a little bitter.",,13,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Kings Ridge 2012 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kings-ridge-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Kings Ridge 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkling wine opens with oak aromas. It has a frothy palate that reveals tropical fruit, citrus and oak notes, sprinkled with Mediterranean herbs. Despite the creamy texture, the flavors are lean and close on a bitter walnut note.",Brut Satèn,39,86,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Il Mosnel 2009 Brut Satèn (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-mosnel-2009-brut-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2009,Il Mosnel 13.5,Red,US,"This Pinot is dry, silky and light-bodied. It shows pleasant raspberry, cola and red currant flavors that finish clean and racy, and the alcohol level is a refreshingly low 13.5% by volume. It requires no aging, so drink up.",Goodchild High 9 Vineyard,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lucas & Lewellen 2011 Goodchild High 9 Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-lewellen-2011-goodchild-high-9-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Lucas & Lewellen 13,Red,Italy,"Armaiolo, a 50/50 blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon from Tuscany, has aromas of red currants and cedar with a whiff of violet and vanilla. The soft, round palate shows ripe berry and plum accented by a hint of spice presented in an easy-drinking style. It's ready now.",Armaiolo,58,86,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,San Fabiano 2007 Armaiolo Red (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-fabiano-2007-armaiolo-red-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Red Blend,2007,San Fabiano 12,White,Chile,"Soft, sweet-smelling pear and melon aromas come with a sprinkle of spice. In the mouth, this is solid and mostly healthy in feel. Flavors of melon and baked apple are not demanding and finish with citrus peel flavors and a creamy feel.",Wonderlust,13,86,Central Valley,,,Cultivate 2011 Wonderlust Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cultivate-2011-wonderlust-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Cultivate 18,Dessert,Portugal,"Grown in high altitude vineyards above the Douro valley, this fortified Moscatel is honeyed, perfumed and a great apéritif wine. It is balanced and rich, with ample acidity to lift the ripe apricot flavors. There is no need to age it longer, so enjoy now.",Tellu's,,86,Douro,,,Caves Vale do Rodo NV Tellu's Moscatel (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-vale-rodo-nv-tellus-muscat-moscatel-douro/,Moscatel,,Caves Vale do Rodo 13.2,Red,US,"This is stiff and herbal, both in scents and flavors. There's a strong streak of earth dampening the light cranberry fruit. The aging in two third new French oak adds a bit of chocolate to the finish.",Latitude 45,35,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Left Coast Cellars 2011 Latitude 45 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/left-coast-cellars-2011-latitude-45-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Left Coast Cellars 14.7,Red,US,"Tastes unusually lush and soft for a Napa Cab. While it's officially dry, sweet, caramelized oak and raspberry-jam flavors, along with a slick, glycerine mouthfeel, makes it as rich as a candy bar.",,70,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Madorom 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madorom-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Madorom 14.2,Red,US,"The grapes are said to be from Stags Leap, although it doesn't say so on the label. The wine does show a certain power, notably in the ripeness of its black currants, but it's too soft and sweet for aging, so drink up.",oe-lation,29,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Oenophile Wines 2011 oe-lation Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oenophile-wines-2011-oe-lation-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Oenophile Wines 14.5,Red,US,"Concentrated in ripe berry flavor and a cushion of soft tannins, this Cab is straightforward and unfussy, a great mid-week wine medium in weight and noble in its simplicity.",337,15,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Noble Vines 2011 337 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noble-vines-2011-337-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Noble Vines 13,Red,Portugal,"A solid and fruity wine that comes from the 18th century Quinta da Alorna. It is full of juicy red fruits that are paired with wood aging and a dry structure, suggesting a wine that is still developing. Drink from 2015.",Cardal Tinto,10,86,Tejo,,,Quinta da Alorna 2011 Cardal Tinto Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-alorna-2011-cardal-tinto-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2011,Quinta da Alorna 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This delightful sparkling rosé is made from Raboso and Pinot Nero grapes. It has aromas and flavors of ripe raspberry, blackberry and pink grapefruit, along with fresh acidity.",Rosé,14,86,Italy Other,Vino Spumante,,Prima Cuvee NV Rosé Red (Vino Spumante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prima-cuvee-nv-rose-red-vino-spumante/,Red Blend,,Prima Cuvee 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This opens with aromas of lemon layered with oak. The palate has a creamy texture but not enough fruit richness, and is dominated by oak and vanilla. The wine reveals touches of herbs and honey before finishing on a bitter walnut note.",Satèn,40,86,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,La Montina NV Satèn (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montina-nv-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,La Montina 14.2,Red,US,"Blended from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, this is a good, full-bodied red wine. It's dry and tannic, with blackberry, blueberry, tobacco, sweet red currant and oak flavors that finish sweet and spicy.",Barrel Select,28,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2010 Barrel Select Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2010-barrel-select-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Rutherford Hill 12.5,Red,US,"This is an interesting and useful wine, and the price helps make it a bargain. It's pretty close, in texture and flavor, to Pinot Noir, with silky tannins, brisk acids and cherry, cola and cranberry flavors.",Wildflower,10,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,J. Lohr 2011 Wildflower Valdiguié (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2011-wildflower-other-red-valdiguie-central-coast-monterey-county/,Valdiguié,2011,J. Lohr 13.5,White,US,"You'll find oaky aromas and flavors of buttered toast, sweet vanilla and butterscotch on this Chardonnay. The underlying fruit is pure and intense, suggesting ripe apricots, green apples and limes, brightened by a streak of acidity.",Riverstone,14,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,J. Lohr 2011 Riverstone Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2011-riverstone-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2011,J. Lohr ,White,US,"A good, if standard, wine that will satisfy Chardophiles who like their wines lush and ripe. It's rich in honey, pineapple, Meyer lemon and peach flavors.",Special Reserve,38,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Herzog 2011 Special Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herzog-2011-special-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Herzog 13,White,Portugal,"Fresh and creamy, this is a smooth, rich wine. It has citrus and baked apple flavors that meld easily and fully into a fruity texture. With some weight, it also has a bright, crisp aftertaste.",Audaz Branco,10,86,Alentejano,,,Herdade Grande 2012 Audaz Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-grande-2012-audaz-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2012,Herdade Grande 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Here's a ripe, earthy wine that is softly tannic and richly fruity. It has a fine balance between the warm blackberry fruits and solid structure. Made to be drunk young, it is already delicious. Screwcap.",Ciconia,8,86,Alentejano,,,Herdade de São Miguel 2012 Ciconia Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-sao-miguel-2012-ciconia-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2012,Herdade de São Miguel 14.5,Red,US,"At five years of age, this Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon blend's inherent instabilities are emerging. Chief among them is a vegetal note that compromises the riper blackberries and cherries. The structure is gorgeous, but that green peppercorn note is a distraction, and will prevent extended aging.",Belle Cousine Hyde Vineyard,60,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,HdV 2008 Belle Cousine Hyde Vineyard Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hdv-2008-belle-cousine-hyde-vineyard-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,HdV 14,Red,France,"A light, fruity wine, dominated by salty, mineral flavors as well as black currant fruit. It is firmly structured, showing some spiciness. Keep this wine, and drink from 2016.",,22,86,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château Siaurac 2011 Lalande de Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-siaurac-2011-red-lalande-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Siaurac 13.1,White,US,"Salty and with strong flavors of ripe apple and herbs, this Mendocino-grown Arneis is an unusual find, with high acidity that gives it a crispness mid-palate. Drink cold and soon.",Spirit Canyon Vineyards,17,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Briceland 2012 Spirit Canyon Vineyards Arneis (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/briceland-2012-spirit-canyon-italian-white-arneis-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Arneis,2012,Briceland 11,White,Germany,"The bouquet of this kabinett is so exuberantly floral and peachy, the delicate palate struggles to keep up. It's firm with minerality, but a bit soft in acidic structure. Finishes moderately long, with a honeyed, floral touch.",Erdener Treppchen Kabinett,22,86,Mosel,,,C.H. Berres 2011 Erdener Treppchen Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ch-berres-2011-erdener-treppchen-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,C.H. Berres 13.7,White,US,"With lemon, orange, apricot and green melon flavors, this is a fruity wine, with tart notes of green gooseberries that make it savory. There's a lot of honey on the finish that makes you wonder if it's truly dry or flirting with off-dry.",Forever Wild,25,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Balverne 2012 Forever Wild Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balverne-2012-forever-wild-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Balverne 12,Sparkling,France,An attractive pale-pink color and light red-berry aromas introduce this fruity and fresh wine. It is crisp with red fruit flavors that are bright and lively. Acidity and a light texture make this a fine apéritif style of wine.,Cuvée des Vignerons Brut Rosé,30,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Clément NV Cuvée des Vignerons Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-clement-nv-cuvee-vignerons-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Charles Clément 12,Sparkling,France,"The non-vintage Tsarine is a soft, rounded, full-in-the-mouth wine. It has great apple and citrus flavors along with it tangy, zesty character. Balanced, just off-dry and ready to drink.",Tsarine Cuvée Premium Brut,50,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Chanoine NV Tsarine Cuvée Premium Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanoine-nv-tsarine-cuvee-premium-brut-champagne-179144/,Champagne Blend,,Chanoine 13.5,Red,France,"A very dry, firm wine, with some chocolate extract flavors and signs of wood aging, both balanced by stalky black currant fruits. It is hard at present, so give it until 2014.",Grande Réserve,14,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château le Breton 2012 Grande Réserve (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-breton-2012-grande-reserve-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château le Breton 13.5,Red,France,"Densely textured, with layers of wood aging over the fruit, this is a mineral-driven and structured wine. It does have some of the freshness of the year but this is overlain by the firm tannins and dry texture. Drink this wine from 2015.",,,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Haut Guillebot 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-guillebot-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Haut Guillebot 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkling wine from Piedmont has a floral and fruit fragrance of white spring flowers and just-crushed grapes. The palate has large bubbles and delivers white fruit flavors of pear, apple and white peach. It makes a delightful apéritif.",La Meirana,15,86,Piedmont,Cortese di Gavi,,Broglia 2011 La Meirana (Cortese di Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broglia-2011-meirana-italian-white-cortese-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2011,Broglia 14,Red,US,"Made from 100% Cab Franc, this is a soft, rather one-dimensional wine. It has complex flavors of cherries, red currants, cola, white pepper and herbs, but is short on structure and interest. Drink now.",Saunders Vineyard Reserve,40,86,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Boëté 2009 Saunders Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Franc (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boete-2009-saunders-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-franc-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Boëté 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Not very expressive, but this wine's fragrance does reveal delicate aromas of rose and berry, which carry over to the palate. It doesn't have quite enough fruit richness to support the vigorous, almost aggressive, bubbles and drying finish.",Essence Rosé,32,86,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Antica Fratta 2009 Essence Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-fratta-2009-essence-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Antica Fratta 14.5,Red,US,"This is a tasty Pinot Noir, but it's not particularly characteristic of Doctor's Vineyard or Santa Lucia Highlands. It's soft, ripe and sweet, and while the raspberry, cherry and red currant flavors are balanced with acidity, the wine tastes like it could have been grown anywhere. Drink now.",Vineyard Series Doctor's Vineyard,40,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Adelaida 2011 Vineyard Series Doctor's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2011-vineyard-series-doctors-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Adelaida 14,Red,France,"Possibly too rich, this is a full, sumptuous wine. It has great weight, density, a smooth, wood-aged character that shows through the sweet plums. For what it is, a very rich wine that shows some pepper alcohol—it offers a juicy character and ageability. Drink from 2016.",,15,86,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Canteloup 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canteloup-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Canteloup 13,Red,France,"A dense, juicy wine, with blackberry flavors right up front. The wine has weight, well-integrated tannins, firmness and structure. Drink from 2015.",,,86,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Landonnet 2011 Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-landonnet-2011-red-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Landonnet 13.5,Red,France,"Firmly tannic, the wine shows the structure of the vintage well. It also brings out red berry fruits, with a herbal character that cuts the richness. The wine needs time, so drink from 2015.",L de Laffitte Laujac,15,86,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Laffitte Laujac 2010 L de Laffitte Laujac (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laffitte-laujac-2010-l-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Laffitte Laujac ,Red,France,"A fresh and fruity wine with soft tannins and black currant fruits. The wine has the warmth of the vintage, giving some roundness the texture and stalkiness which would be more apparent in a lesser vintage. Drink now and until 2018.",,,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Grand Picard 2009 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-picard-2009-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Grand Picard 12.5,White,Portugal,"With its apricot and ripe pear aromas, this is a full and rounded wine. It has a good balance between acidity and ripe fruit. It is floral, smooth and ready to drink.",Vinha Padre Pedro,9,86,Tejo,,,Casa Cadaval 2012 Vinha Padre Pedro White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-cadaval-2012-vinha-padre-pedro-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2012,Casa Cadaval 11.9,Rose,US,"Light and pretty with watermelon and faint strawberry notes, Frisk is just slightly fizzy. Its aromas almost trick one into expecting a wine that's sweet, but it finishes dry and is in balance. Made from Grenache grapes, it's a likable, refreshing drink ready for the picnic basket or patio.",Prickly,11,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Frisk 2011 Prickly Rosé (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frisk-2011-prickly-rose-central-valley-lodi/,Rosé,2011,Frisk 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Tuscan Merlot offers aromas of underbrush, tobacco leaf, tilled earth and black fruit. The palate is on the lean side, revealing black currant and licorice along with a smoky element. It's also very tannic and closes on an overly drying note.",San Sebastiano,18,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Michele Ventura 2010 San Sebastiano Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-ventura-2010-san-sebastiano-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2010,Michele Ventura 14,Red,Italy,"This Merlot from Tuscany has interesting aromas of berry, fig and orange rind. The soft, simple palate shows plum and red currant with a touch of vanilla. Try it with barbecued chicken and grilled vegetables.",,17,86,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Piazzano 2010 Merlot (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piazzano-2010-merlot-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Merlot,2010,Piazzano 13,White,Chile,"From a hot year with an early harvest, this Sauvignon smells green and ashy, like asparagus mixed with green tobacco. In the mouth, spunky acidity suggests sharpness, while tangy flavors of nectarine and nettle finish with touches of bell pepper and tarragon.",Serie Riberas Gran Reserva Ribera del Rapel,18,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2012 Serie Riberas Gran Reserva Ribera del Rapel Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2012-serie-riberas-gran-reserva-ribera-rapel-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Concha y Toro 14,White,Chile,"From a warm year, this smells toasty and oaky more than anything. In the mouth, core acidity is driving and creates a sharp, racy feel, while woody flavors of tropical fruits and melon finish with oak-based cinnamon and spice as well as a resiny texture.",Serie Riberas Gran Reserva Ribera del Rapel,18,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2012 Serie Riberas Gran Reserva Ribera del Rapel Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2012-serie-riberas-gran-reserva-ribera-rapel-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Concha y Toro 13.4,Red,US,"Blended with (9%) Syrah, (6%) Mourvèdre, and (3%) Malbec, this is a unique wine with elegant notes of toasted oak, black pepper and citrus with a slight soapy mouthfeel.",,28,86,Idaho,,,Cinder 2010 Tempranillo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinder-2010-tempranillo-snake-river-valley/,Tempranillo,2010,Cinder 15,White,US,"It clocks in at an astonishing 15% alcohol, but does not show it in terms of flavor. The fruit is plenty ripe and a bit thick, but well-supported with acidity. Nonetheless the wine seems heavy and monolithic, having lost some of the vivid freshness of the other Chehalem white wines from this vintage.",Three Vineyard,22,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2012 Three Vineyard Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2012-three-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Chehalem 13,White,US,"This limited-production Chardonnay has the scents and flavors of just-baked, well-buttered biscuits. The fruit is a mix of peaches and pears, but the barrel influences—fermentation was done in 20% new French oak—have not quite settled into a seamless whole. That raw edge should smooth out with further time in bottle.",,29,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Benton-Lane 2011 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benton-lane-2011-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Benton-Lane 12.5,Dessert,US,"Notes of dried fig, citrus rind and tangerines are spiked with whiffs of potpourri and spice on this richly textured, unctuously sweet iced wine made from late-harvest grapes frozen after harvest. Creamy and lush on the finish, it's brightened by a shower of orange acidity and just a hint of black-tea astringency.",EIS Late Harvest,35,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Cayuga Lake,Treleaven 2011 EIS Late Harvest Riesling (Cayuga Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/treleaven-2011-eis-late-harvest-riesling-finger-lakes-cayuga-lake/,Riesling,2011,Treleaven ,Red,US,"This Pinot seems to reflect the difficulties of the vintage. It's filled with internal challenges, including green tannins and a certain vegetal taste. Still, it does display plenty of ripe, sweet cherry pie flavor. Doesn't seem like an ager, so drink over the next year or two.",Pisoni Vineyard,60,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Roar 2011 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roar-2011-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Roar 13.5,Red,Chile,"This is a good yet basic Merlot with baked berry aromas. The mouthfeel is more lively and raw in feel, with modest berry and spice flavors that hit quick and hollow at just as quickly. A standard finish is fine but doesn't evolve.",Reserva,11,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2011 Reserva Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2011-reserva-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2011,Santa Carolina 13,Red,Italy,This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Montepulciano offers berry aromas with a hint of Mediterranean herbs. The palate shows black currant and plum along with a light note of pepper and spice. It's simple but well made and should be enjoyed young.,Integolo,18,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Sada 2011 Integolo Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sada-2011-integolo-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2011,Sada 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This brut has heavy aromas of liqueur di dosage, along with subdued citrus and pear notes. It lacks fruit richness and finishes on a dry, bitter note of walnut.",Brut,35,86,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,La Montina NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-montina-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-180038/,Sparkling Blend,,La Montina 14.3,Red,US,"Labeled reserve, this young wine has a bit more heft than the Willamette Valley bottling. Black cherry, cola and Dr. Pepper flavors wrap into an earthy, chalky, tannic finish.",Reserve,20,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Kudos 2012 Reserve Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kudos-2012-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2012,Kudos 13,Red,Italy,"This is a delightful Chianti with aromas of strawberry, raspberry and hay. The palate shows bright red cherry and hints of clove and spice along with fresh acidity. Pair this with chickpea and tomato soup or grilled chicken seasoned with rosemary.",Putto,16,86,Tuscany,Chianti,,San Fabiano 2012 Putto (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-fabiano-2012-putto-red-chianti/,Red Blend,2012,San Fabiano 14.8,Red,US,"While this Zin is extremely ripe in raspberries and cherries, it's also fairly soft and tastes a little sweet, which is partly a result of the glycerine from high alcohol. It's a fairly one-dimensional wine, but a good one that will pair well with barbecue.",Old Vine Apple Block,38,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Saini 2011 Old Vine Apple Block Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saini-2011-old-vine-apple-block-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Saini 14.5,Red,US,"Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with a splash of Malbec and Syrah, this blend is certainly flavorful, with intense notes of black currants, blackberry jam and licorice. There's also plenty of oak. The main problem is excessive softness, which makes it taste sweeter and hotter in alcohol than it actually is.",,45,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sailor's Grave 2010 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sailors-grave-2010-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Sailor's Grave 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Montepulciano and a touch of Alicante, Baldoro has aromas of berries, bell pepper, cedar wood and spice. It offers black currant and blackberry flavors accented with black pepper notes but reflecting the forward nature of the vintage, the palate is already fading so drink soon.",Baldoro,24,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Sada 2011 Baldoro Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sada-2011-baldoro-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2011,Sada 14.5,White,US,"This 100% varietal wine shows how well Sauvignon Blanc does in Dry Creek Valley. It's rich with lemon, lime, lemongrass, pineapple and vanilla-bean flavors and bright with acidity.",Estate,19,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mill Creek 2012 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mill-creek-2012-estate-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Mill Creek 14,Red,Italy,"Made from a blend of Barbera, Albarossa and Merlot, this simple but well made wine offers blackberry and black cherry flavors with white pepper notes. You'll also detect a grassy note, but thanks to bright fruit flavors and fresh acidity, it's a perfect match for pizza, pasta or spicy chicken recipes.",White Label,15,86,Piedmont,Monferrato,,Tenuta La Marchesa 2011 White Label Red (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-marchesa-2011-white-label-red-monferrato/,Red Blend,2011,Tenuta La Marchesa 13,White,Portugal,"A full, ripe and fruity wine, this is finely crafted with cream and crisp fruit-juice flavors. There is great acidity and lively lemony freshness.",Branco,12,86,Tejo,,,Quinta da Alorna 2012 Branco White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-alorna-2012-branco-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2012,Quinta da Alorna 13.8,Red,US,An aromatically pretty wine with pure notes of dark plum and peppery spices. The elegantly-styled fruit flavors can't back up all of this promise but there is still much to enjoy.,,33,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Spangler 2010 Malbec (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spangler-2010-malbec-southern/,Malbec,2010,Spangler 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a very rose-colored rosé, with red-fruit flavors that dominate. Dry in style with a hint of tannin, this is a textured wine with a strong line of acidity.",Brut Rosé,59,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Philippe Fontaine NV Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philippe-fontaine-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Philippe Fontaine 12.9,Red,US,"All single vineyard Pommard clone Pinot goes into this blend. It's a tough, chewy wine, whose earthy flavors trump the slightly green berry flavors. It will show best with food, perhaps a wild fowl or a peppery noodle dish.",Right Bank,35,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Left Coast Cellars 2011 Right Bank Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/left-coast-cellars-2011-right-bank-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Left Coast Cellars 9.2,White,US,"This still feels off-dry, even with residual sugar at 4%. It's a fruity, forward wine, loaded with ripe apple and peach flavors. But there it stops short and turns a little bitter. It seems to be missing some of the aromatic highlights that give Rieslings their engaging complexity.",Semi-Sweet,22,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,LaVelle 2012 Semi-Sweet Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavelle-2012-semi-sweet-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2012,LaVelle 12.8,Red,US,"This seems rather light for a reserve wine—sharp, spicy, and jagged. It cloaks its fruit in layers of cola, carmelized honey and maple sugar. It's not technically a sweet wine, but rather a wine that has some sweet flavors, whether from barrel aging or some other part of the winemaking regimen.",Matthew's Reserve,50,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,LaVelle 2011 Matthew's Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavelle-2011-matthews-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,LaVelle 12,Sparkling,France,"Attractively perfumed, this is a fruity, fresh wine that is full of apple and crisp citrus flavors and a soft texture. Its relatively high dosage adds a hint of sweetness.",Brut Réserve,34,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Vollereaux NV Brut Réserve (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vollereaux-nv-brut-reserve-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Vollereaux 13,White,Chile,"This screaming vintage of Secreto is the living definition of pungency. Immediately it hits with fierce gooseberry and nettle aromas along with passion fruit and grapefruit. The palate is acidic and searing, with tangy, cool-climate flavors of lime and passion fruit. On the finish, this zinger is firm as concrete.",Secreto,14,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Viu Manent 2013 Secreto Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2013-secreto-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2013,Viu Manent 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This has aromas of wood, vanilla and toast. The palate is already evolved and tired, and it lacks the fruit richness to carry off the oak.",Vintage Riserva Extra Brut,65,86,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,La Montina 2006 Vintage Riserva Extra Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montina-2006-vintage-riserva-extra-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2006,La Montina 12,Sparkling,US,"Extra Dry, in this case, really means slightly sweet, in the crazy language of sparkling wine. But don't let that stop you from enjoying this blend of Chenin Blanc, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and French Columbard. It's clean, zesty and delightful to drink, with strawberry, lime, orange zest, sourdough bread and vanilla flavors.",Extra Dry,14,86,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Extra Dry Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-california-180047/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel 12,Sparkling,US,"This blend of Pinot Noir, Chenin Blanc, French Colombard and Chardonnay has poise. It's dry to slightly sweet, with a brisk scour of acidity to lift the lime, orange and vanilla flavors.",Brut,14,86,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Brut Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-brut-sparkling-california-180045/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel 15.5,Red,US,"This Cabernet is a mixed bag. It's oaky and also fruity, but a little vegetal, with some green notes alongside sweet raspberry and cherry candy and caramel flavors. A real disappointment, coming after a series of good bottlings, but the vintage was difficult.",Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard,135,86,California,Napa,St. Helena,Knights Bridge 2010 Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knights-bridge-2010-beckstoffer-dr-crane-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Knights Bridge 13,White,US,"This is a softly gentle wine, with a drop of Sémillon contributing an oily, cashew earthiness to Sauvignon's citrus and tropical fruit flavors.",,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Whitehall Lane 14.1,White,US,"This is an easy-drinking wine, with ripe, forward citrus, peach and tropical fruit flavors. There's just enough acidity to balance the sweetness. The blend is Marsanne, Grenache Blanc and Viognier.",Pickett Road,24,86,California,Napa,Calistoga,Kenefick Ranch 2012 Pickett Road White (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenefick-ranch-2012-pickett-road-white-napa-calistoga/,Rhône-style White Blend,2012,Kenefick Ranch 13.5,White,US,"KJ's Avant bottling is refreshing with fruity essence, showing sweet flavors of honey, peaches, apricots and nectarines. With only a touch of oak, it has a bright, fresh mouthfeel that makes it especially attractive.",Avant,17,86,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2012 Avant Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2012-avant-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Kendall-Jackson 13.8,Red,US,"A well-made relatively large production Cabernet, fruity in black cherry with a smoky edge of cinnamon toast and soft vanilla. Pour at your next party.",Estate Grown,15,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,James Mitchell 2010 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-mitchell-2010-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,James Mitchell ,Red,Italy,"This is a simple but well made Bardolino that offers dark cherry and raspberry flavors with notes of black pepper. Fresh and enjoyable, it's perfect to accompany everyday fare, from light pastas to burgers.",Corte Giara,12,86,Veneto,Bardolino,,Allegrini 2012 Corte Giara (Bardolino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2012-corte-giara-red-bardolino/,Red Blend,2012,Allegrini 13.5,Red,US,"A kitchen sink-style blend of Tempranillo, Syrah and Merlot along with six other varieties, it has notes of pencil eraser, green herbs, and berry. The fruit flavors are lighter in style with the tannins tightly wound and a bit gruff.",Vintner's Blend #13 Red Table Wine,15,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela NV Vintner's Blend #13 Red Table Wine Red (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-nv-vintners-blend-13-red-table-wine-southern/,Red Blend,,Abacela 14,Red,US,"There's a lot going on here with notes of orange peel, fruit compote, flowers, and chocolate. It's lighter in style, showing the elegance of the 2011 vintage, with tart fruit flavors and a tacky feel to the tannins",Folin Vineyard,25,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Edwin Dyer 2011 Folin Vineyard Syrah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edwin-dyer-2011-folin-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-rogue-valley/,Syrah,2011,Edwin Dyer 13.7,White,US,"A fairly standard Chardonnay, rich in oak, lees and ripe citrus and tropical fruit flavors, but raised up by brisk acidity and a fine minerality that gives it extra complexity. It's rich with honey and brown sugar, but doesn't feel cloying.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Icaria 2012 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/icaria-2012-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2012,Icaria 14.3,White,US,"This unoaked Chardonnay is so ripe and rich, you won't miss the buttered-toast flavor of oak. It's incredibly potent with limes, mangoes, oranges and pineapples, uplifted with brisk acidity. A weekend brunch of scrambled eggs and smoked salmon will be the perfect occasion.",Unoaked,17,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hoopla 2012 Unoaked Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoopla-2012-unoaked-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Hoopla 14,Red,Portugal,"This is a gravel- and mineral-textured wine that has a very structured feel, with red berry flavors and firm tannins. Still young, it is a wine that should soften, so wait until 2016.",Morgado da Canita,7,86,Alentejano,,,Herdade dos Machados 2010 Morgado da Canita Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-machados-2010-morgado-canita-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2010,Herdade dos Machados 14.4,Red,US,"There's a nice, lightly silky texture to this Pinot Noir. It's rich in raspberry, cherry and Dr. Pepper cola flavors that finish dry, with a touch of sweet oak. More problematic is the acidity. It doesn't feel natural, and sticks out, the way acidity does in Riesling. Drink up.",Bohemian Vineyard,40,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Furthermore 2010 Bohemian Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/furthermore-2010-bohemian-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Furthermore 12.5,White,US,"This is the kind of California-appellation Chardonnay that allows consumers to drink their favorite white wine at an everyday price. It's just fine, with pineapple, peach and orange flavors, kissed with buttered toast and cream.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Coyote Creek 2012 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coyote-creek-2012-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Coyote Creek 12.5,Red,France,"A fruity and stalky classic Bordeaux that has firm tannins, black currant fruits and a very dry feel. It is a food wine, developing well already and likely to be ready to drink in 2015.",,20,86,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Bonfort 2011 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bonfort-2011-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Bonfort 13.5,Red,France,"A firm and tannic wine, solidly built around a dry core. The blackberry juice fruit is fresh with layers of acidity to give the wine a more taut character. There is the possibility of aging over the short term, so drink from 2015.",,11,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Bois Redon 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bois-redon-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Bois Redon 12,White,Portugal,"This soft and fruity wine is crisp, fragrant and fresh. It has light acidity that balances with the forward apple flavor, as well as a dry lime edginess and nervy texture. Drink now. Screwcap.",Paxis Branco,8,86,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2012 Paxis Branco Arinto (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2012-paxis-branco-portuguese-white-arinto-lisboa/,Arinto,2012,DFJ Vinhos 13,White,France,"This is a soft, flavorful wine full of creamy yellow fruit. Hints of wood aging and a delicate mineral texture add depth to the palate, but this wine will age quickly, so drink now–2020.",Fourchaume Premier Cru,35,86,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine L. Chatelain 2012 Fourchaume Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-l-chatelain-2012-fourchaume-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2012,Domaine L. Chatelain 5,Sparkling,France,"A lightly sparkling wine, this is refreshing and softly sweet with notes of honey and delicate acidity. Because it is low alcohol, it makes a delicious apéritif or accompaniment to dessert.",Bulles d'Or,,86,France Other,Vin Pétillant,,Domaine des Baumard NV Bulles d'Or Sparkling (Vin Pétillant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-nv-bulles-dor-sparkling-vin-petillant/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine des Baumard 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a soft, fruity wine with strawberry and citrus flavors coming together with a full mousse. It has a touch of toast, caramel as well as a ripe fruitiness.",Le Medaillon Brut Rosé,,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Cheurlein-Panfilo NV Le Medaillon Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheurlein-panfilo-nv-le-medaillon-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Cheurlein-Panfilo 13.5,Red,Chile,"Toast, black fruit and herbal aromas are 100% typical of value-priced Merlot from Chile. This feels fresh, wiry and a bit choppy, while herbal plum and raspberry flavors come with touches of licorice, mint, toast and anise.",Casillero del Diablo Reserva,12,86,Rapel Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2011 Casillero del Diablo Reserva Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2011-casillero-diablo-reserva-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2011,Concha y Toro 14.1,Rose,US,"Lots of ripe raspberries, persimmons and vanilla in this fairly dark blush wine, along with notes of tobacco and cinnamon. The finish is sweet, suggesting pairing with charcuterie and goat cheese.",Forever Wild Rosé of,20,86,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Balverne 2012 Forever Wild Rosé of Sangiovese (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balverne-2012-forever-wild-rose-sangiovese-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Sangiovese,2012,Balverne 12.5,Red,US,"A bright red wine rustic in black plum and cherry flavor, lightweight and easy, a rightful companion to spaghetti and meatballs or even a BLT.",Smokey Ridge Ranch,20,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Auriga 2010 Smokey Ridge Ranch Sangiovese (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/auriga-2010-smokey-ridge-ranch-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Sangiovese,2010,Auriga 13.5,Red,Chile,"This starts out with a whiff of earth and compost that transitions to olive, tree bark and herbal berry aromas upon airing. The palate feels good, with midlevel tannic bite and light, woody flavors of mint-infused licorice and berry. As the fruit element leaves the finish, mint, toast and green notes settle in.",Reserva Estate Grown,11,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2011 Reserva Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2011-reserva-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Caliterra 13,White,Italy,"This Gavi has delicate floral aromas of peach blossom and Spanish broom accompanied by restrained citrus and pear flavors. Linear with crisp acidity, this would pair well with moderately seasoned fish dishes.",Bruno Broglia,25,86,Piedmont,Cortese di Gavi,,Broglia 2011 Bruno Broglia (Cortese di Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broglia-2011-bruno-italian-white-cortese-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2011,Broglia 10,White,Portugal,"This is a shade off-dry, with ample crispness, a bright, prickly lightness and delicate texture. It's a great apéritif style, with its soft edge and easygoing freshness, that's ready to drink now.",Vilacetinho,7,86,Vinho Verde,,,Casa de Vilacetinho 2012 Vilacetinho White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-vilacetinho-2012-vilacetinho-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Casa de Vilacetinho 14.3,Red,US,"So ripe and soft with raspberry and cherry jam, milk chocolate, smoky new oak and anise flavors that it's almost a fruit bomb. But firm tannins and fine acidity come to the rescue. Hard to see it aging, so drink up.",Le Roi Soleil,65,87,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Y Rousseau 2010 Le Roi Soleil Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rousseau-2010-le-roi-soleil-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Y Rousseau 14,Red,Portugal,"This is a soft, ripe and fruity wine, full of red berry fruits, soft spiciness and attractive acidity. Big, rich and bold, it is a full-bodied and immediately attractive wine that will easily charge through spicy foods.",Azul Portugal,11,87,Palmela,,,Wines & Winemakers 2010 Azul Portugal Castelão (Palmela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2010-azul-portugal-portuguese-red-castelao-palmela/,Castelão,2010,Wines & Winemakers 13.8,White,US,"This is a deliciously easygoing Viognier bright with fresh apricot flavor, high in acidity and a finish of lemon-lime. Enjoy on its own or with spicy Thai or Vietnamese food.",Made With Organic Grapes,14,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2012 Made With Organic Grapes Viognier (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2012-made-with-organic-grapes-viognier-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Viognier,2012,Bonterra 13.3,White,US,"A white with inviting floral aromas, this Lake County-sourced Sauvignon Blanc is layered with stone fruit and the region's signature tropical imprint. It's creamy in mouthfeel, to the point of being full-bodied, yet still bright.",,27,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Bell 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2012-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Bell 11.5,White,US,"This is a Muscat for the masses, except that the masses better hurry because there were only 220 cases made. With 60 g/L of residual sugar, it has a gorgeous nose of jasmine and drinks clean and bright, sweetly balanced and satisfying. Pair it with the spiciest curry or Thai noodles. It'll pop in magnificent ways.",,16,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2012 Muscat Canelli (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2012-muscat-canelli-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Muscat Canelli,2012,Husch 14.1,White,US,"This is your basic Napa Chardonnay, rich and opulent enough to accompany lobster, but not quite big league. It's somewhat soft, but with complex tropical fruit, pear, peach, buttered-toast, buttered-popcorn and vanilla flavors.",Salon Wine Selection,45,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Swanson 2012 Salon Wine Selection Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-2012-salon-wine-selection-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Swanson 15.1,Red,US,"Lots of rich, layered black cherry and currant fruit in this dry Cabernet, which was blended with some Cab Franc and Petite Verdot. There are also interesting notes of mushrooms beginning to emerge as the wine picks up bottle age. The finish, though, is simple despite some firm tannins, and it's hard to see the wine going anywhere, so drink up.",Star Lane Vineyard,44,87,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Star Lane Vineyard 2009 Star Lane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/star-lane-vineyard-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Star Lane Vineyard 12,Sparkling,France,"A smooth and soft wine this is fruity, fresh and forward in style. Red-cherry flavor and gentle acidity dominate on the palate. It's rounded and ready to drink now. Finshes with a hint of sweetness.",Rosé de Saignée Brut,37,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Vollereaux NV Rosé de Saignée Brut Pinot Noir (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vollereaux-nv-rose-saignee-brut-pinot-noir-champagne/,Pinot Noir,,Vollereaux 14.1,White,US,"Ripe peach, pear and tropical fruit flavors mingle with caramelized oak to give this Chardonnay a honeyed taste. Brisk acidity and a suggestion of wet stones provide balancing structure.",Bedrock,24,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Riverbench 2012 Bedrock Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverbench-2012-bedrock-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Riverbench 14.1,White,US,"This is pure and intense with layers of limes, kiwis, apricots, oranges, pineapples and golden mangoes. Only neutral oak was used, providing background hints of buttered toast. The winemaker did not put the wine through malolactic fermentation, resulting in wonderfully bright acidity.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Ten Acre 2012 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ten-acre-2012-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2012,Ten Acre 12,Sparkling,US,"This clean, simple and tasty sparkling wine is a Chardonnay/Pinot Noir cuvée, done in the traditional methode Champenoise. Pale straw in color, it brings flavors of green apple and pink grapefruit, with a clean finish.",Rosé,30,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Wetzel Estate 2011 Rosé Sparkling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wetzel-estate-2011-rose-sparkling-willamette-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2011,Wetzel Estate 13,Red,Italy,"This is a delightful and fresh Chianti, with a fragrance of violet, cherry and a whiff of underbrush. The palate offers bright wild cherry and raspberry along with notes of white pepper. Pair this with hearty Tuscan soups or grilled steaks.",,15,87,Tuscany,Chianti,,Marchesi Torrigiani 2011 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-torrigiani-2011-red-chianti/,Red Blend,2011,Marchesi Torrigiani 12,White,France,"This is a soft, gently fruity wine that has pure peach and apple flavors cut with crisp, fresh acidity. Intended to be consumed while young, it is bright and fresh with a caramel and spice element that lingers on the finish.",,,87,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Nicolas Potel 2012 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-potel-2012-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2012,Nicolas Potel 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkling wine made from Chardonnay, opens with a yeasty fragrance of bread crust and pastry. The palate shows citrus and vanilla flavors, hints of oak and vigorous bubbles.",Satèn,30,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Montenisa 2006 Satèn (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montenisa-2006-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2006,Montenisa 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A full and rich wine, almost too powerful and concentrated. It has great solid tannins, dark plum and chocolate flavors and a dense texture. It does need aging, so drink from 2016.",Alente Premium,14,87,Alentejo,,,Cooperativa Reguengos de Monsaraz 2011 Alente Premium Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooperativa-reguengos-monsaraz-2011-alente-premium-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2011,Cooperativa Reguengos de Monsaraz 13.5,Red,France,"A Merlot-dominated wine, structured with stalky black currant fruits, solid tannins and attractive spiciness. With its firm, serious character, it does need to age a few years. Drink from 2015.",,17,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Terrefort-Quancard 2010 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-terrefort-quancard-2010-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Terrefort-Quancard 12.5,Rose,France,"fruits touched with caramel and soft tannin. It's well balanced, with fruit and acidity integrating richly on the finish. It's a fine summer wine but also good for Thanksgiving turkey.",Cuvée Jeanne,13,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Castel des Maures 2012 Cuvée Jeanne Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-castel-maures-2012-cuvee-jeanne-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château Castel des Maures 14,Red,France,"Very soft and rich, this wine offers dusty tannins now well integrated into the ripe fruits, It is full of red fruit and some herbal flavors, along with a light level of acidity. Drink now and until 2019.",,18,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château la Favière 2009 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-faviere-2009-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Favière 13,Red,France,"With a well-balanced but firm tannic structure, this is a wine that reflects the freshness of the vintage and also gives a feeling of richness. Berry fruits dominate, supported by a dry core that promises aging. Drink from 2014.",Réserve,14,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château La Barotte 2011 Réserve (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-barotte-2011-reserve-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château La Barotte 13,Red,Portugal,"A dark colored red that is firmly tannic as well as ripe and fruity. The wine is spicy and earthy, redolent of dried fruits, like figs and red berries. With its solid texture, it can age; drink from 2015.",Pedras do Monte,8,87,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2010 Pedras do Monte Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2010-pedras-monte-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2010,DFJ Vinhos 14.5,White,US,"This Viognier is loaded with honey, apricot and ripe fig. It's a well made, full bodied and substantial white wine, ready for buttery sauces.",,12,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Cycles Gladiator 2012 Viognier (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cycles-gladiator-2012-viognier-central-valley-lodi/,Viognier,2012,Cycles Gladiator 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made from Chardonnay, this pretty sparkling wine from northern Italy opens with a delicate fragrance of white fleshy fruit and walnut. The crisp, refreshing palate offers green apple and a hint of almond.",Cuveé Brut,19,87,,Trento,,Cesarini Sforza NV Cuveé Brut Chardonnay (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesarini-sforza-nv-cuvee-brut-chardonnay-trento/,Chardonnay,,Cesarini Sforza 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a charming and fresh Barbera d'Asti with delicious cherry, raspberry and white pepper flavors. It's simple but well made, and is all about easy enjoyment. Pair this with mushroom risotto or hearty pasta dishes.",,16,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Castello del Poggio 2011 Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poggio-2011-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2011,Castello del Poggio 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a ripe, full-bodied wine with apricot-purée brightened with crisp apple and citrus. The wine, from the southern Aube vineyards of Champagne, has a warm, sunny feeling, and finishes with a hint of caramel and soft acidity.",Le Medaillon Brut,,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Cheurlein-Panfilo NV Le Medaillon Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheurlein-panfilo-nv-le-medaillon-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Cheurlein-Panfilo 13,Red,US,"This is a solid, serviceable Pinot, though not a match for the very impressive 2010. Tart fruit carries a suggestion of over-ripeness as well, especially in the finish, which has an autumnal scent of fallen apples.",,32,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2011 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2011-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Adelsheim 13,White,Italy,"This Riesling from Piedmont has a fragrance of white spring flowers accented by a hint of honey and beeswax. The palate is nervy and fresh, showing ripe pear, white pepper, clove and honey notes.",,25,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Ca' del Baio 2011 Riesling (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-baio-2011-riesling-langhe/,Riesling,2011,Ca' del Baio 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a delightful Valpolicella that offers immediate drinkability. It features succulent black cherry, red currant and white pepper flavors along with smooth tannins and fresh acidity. Pair this with rich pastas or spicy grilled chicken.",,17,87,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Allegrini 2012 Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2012-red-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2012,Allegrini ,Red,Italy,This soft and spicy Ripasso has a fragrance of plum and raisin along with spicy notes of clove and pepper. The plush palate offers ripe black cherry along with nutmeg and cinnamon and finishes on a note of bitter almond.,,20,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Allegrini 2011 Valpolicella Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2011-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Allegrini 13,Rose,France,"This full, ripe wine is rich with strawberry and red plum fruit. It's weighty on the palate with flavors of orange zest and a touch of spice. Brisk acidity cuts through the palate adding freshness on the finish.",Les Muraires Douce Vie,12,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Bernard Magrez 2012 Les Muraires Douce Vie Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-magrez-2012-muraires-douce-vie-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Bernard Magrez 14.5,White,US,"Three things characterize this 100% varietal wine. It's crisp with acidity, fruity with lemons, limes and tropical fruits, and honeyed on the finish. Easy to drink it with slightly sweet, salted, smoky pork dishes.",Estate,29,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Beltane Ranch 2012 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beltane-ranch-2012-estate-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Beltane Ranch 15.2,Red,US,"At the age of about four years, the fruit on this wine is beginning to shift from primary blackberries and cherries to dried versions of the same. It's also picking up interesting mushroom and cured meat notes. But the tannins remain fierce, and there's some heat from alcohol. Its future seems limited",Chris's Cuvée,65,87,California,Napa,Calistoga,Kenefick Ranch 2009 Chris's Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenefick-ranch-2009-chriss-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Kenefick Ranch 15.2,Red,US,"There's plenty of cherry pie, red currant, mushroom and sandalwood flavor in this dry Cab Franc, which was blended with a little Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot for complexity. It feels stylish, yet there's a tough, astringent mouthfeel that seems unlikely ever to go away.",Caitlin's Select,50,87,California,Napa,Calistoga,Kenefick Ranch 2009 Caitlin's Select Cabernet Franc (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenefick-ranch-2009-caitlins-select-cabernet-franc-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Kenefick Ranch 13.5,Red,US,"The winery's top cuvée, this offers barely ripe rhubarb and cranberry fruit flavors, with heavy tannins tasting of green coffee. The finish has a slight bitterness, but the wine overall shows medium concentration and depth, and could be cellared for a few more years to smooth it out.",Suzanne's Estate,45,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Left Coast Cellars 2010 Suzanne's Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/left-coast-cellars-2010-suzannes-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Left Coast Cellars 14.8,Red,US,"Tight with tart cranberry acidity but juicy cassis flavor, this is a structured Cab with herbal undertones that'll serve you well in a series of settings, from midweek meals to casual gatherings.",Estate,28,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Clara Valley,Jason-Stephens 2009 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Clara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jason-stephens-2009-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-clara-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Jason-Stephens 14,Red,Portugal,"The aromas are barnyard and rustic, but on the palate the wine has a richer character altogether. It has dark fruit flavors, solid tannins and a dense texture, well combined in a structured package. Wood softens the attack of the fruit, resulting in a wine that can be drunk now, but will be better in three years time.",Audaz Tinto Reserva,14,87,Alentejano,,,Herdade Grande 2011 Audaz Tinto Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-grande-2011-audaz-tinto-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2011,Herdade Grande 14.8,Red,US,"This excellent vineyard has a proven track record, though here the grapes seem unevenly ripened, with brambly berry fruit that turns a little hot and raisined in the finish. Hints of cola and Dr. Pepper add some welcome depth to the flavors.",Single Vineyard Series Carabella Vineyard,30,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Kudos 2012 Single Vineyard Series Carabella Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kudos-2012-single-vineyard-series-carabella-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2012,Kudos 12.9,White,US,"Light citrus fruit flavors, notably lemon and lime, carry a whiff of white flower as well. Forward, fruity and ready to drink, this affordable wine has a bit of extra complexity from skin contact as well. The finish brings in a hint of tea.",,13,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Kudos 2012 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kudos-2012-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2012,Kudos 13.2,Rose,US,"A pretty pale salmon color, this 100% varietal wine is direct and appealing with notes of watermelon rind and strawberry. It drinks with a sweet-tart finish that shows a bit of heat.",Estate Grown Grenache,15,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2012 Estate Grown Grenache Rosé (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2012-estate-grown-grenache-rose-southern-umpqua-valley/,Rosé,2012,Abacela 13.2,White,US,"This 100% varietal wine—all hailing from the winery's Fault Line Vineyard—is aromatic with notes of wet stone, lime, and peach. It's sleek with a tart, lemon pith finish.",Estate Grown,18,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2012 Estate Grown Albariño (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2012-estate-grown-albarino-southern-umpqua-valley/,Albariño,2012,Abacela 13,White,France,"This is a smooth and soft wine with attractive white-fruit aromas and bold acidity. It's finely textured with juicy, fresh apple and pear flavors. It is ready to drink now, but will age over the medium term.",,32,87,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Château Philippe-le-Hardi 2011 Mercurey,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-philippe-le-hardi-2011-chardonnay-mercurey/,Chardonnay,2011,Château Philippe-le-Hardi 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Berlucchi '61 Rosé is a fun and lively sparkler with berry, tropical fruit and toasted bread aromas. The palate delivers strawberry, pineapple and pastry notes and a dry walnut finish.",'61 Rosé,36,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Berlucchi NV '61 Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berlucchi-nv-61-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Berlucchi 13.5,Red,Italy,This Chianti has a fragrance of berry with a whiff of violet. The palate is soft and offers plump black cherry and raspberry with a note of nutmeg and clove. Not much complexity but it has savory flavors. Drink soon with cured meats or pecorino cheese.,Rio Camerata,13,87,Tuscany,Chianti,,Piazzano 2012 Rio Camerata (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piazzano-2012-rio-camerata-red-chianti/,Red Blend,2012,Piazzano 13,Red,Portugal,"A big, bold and fruity wine that is made to be drunk young. It is packed with black fruit and berry flavors, with soft tannins and a touch of spice from wood aging. Drink this friendly wine now and until 2017.",Oscar's Tinto,12,87,Douro,,,Quevedo 2011 Oscar's Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quevedo-2011-oscars-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2011,Quevedo 15.5,Red,US,"Flavor was not a problem with this wine. It's enormously ripe and sweet in raspberries, cherries and milk chocolate. The texture is soft and melted, like a candy bar. Delicious now, but doesn't seem likely to improve in the bottle.",Le Chevalier,95,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pont de Chevalier 2009 Le Chevalier Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pont-chevalier-2009-le-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Pont de Chevalier 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Made with 80% Pinot Nero and 20% Chardonnay, this sparkling rosé has bright aromas of rose, berry and spice. The palate shows bitter cherry on the front, with a note of toasted almond and mineral.",Millesimato Brut Rosé,26,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Monzio Compagnoni 2008 Millesimato Brut Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monzio-compagnoni-2008-millesimato-brut-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Monzio Compagnoni 14,Red,Italy,"This blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot is vinified in steel and bottle aged. It's young and fresh, boasting bright red cherry and raspberry sensations along with notes of freshly tilled earth.",Ripa,19,87,Tuscany,Sovana,,Michele Ventura 2011 Ripa Red (Sovana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-ventura-2011-ripa-red-sovana/,Red Blend,2011,Michele Ventura 12,Sparkling,France,"An onion skin pink is an attractive start to this fresh, red fruited wine. It is crisp, but not bone dry, having a soft texture. There is a fine balance of acidity of fruit, giving a light-bodied wine good as an apéritif.",Brut Rosé,52,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte NV Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-nv-brut-rose-champagne-180898/,Champagne Blend,,Nicolas Feuillatte 14,Red,US,"Though labeled merlot, this is truly a Bordeaux-style blend with Cabernet Sauvignon (6%), Malbec (5%), and Petit Verdot (2%) added to the mix. It is reserved in style with notes of cherry, dried herbs and pickling spices backed by firm, dry tannins.",,20,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2009 Merlot (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2009-merlot-southern/,Merlot,2009,Abacela 14.4,Red,US,"This restaurant-style Pinot Noir is rich in fruit, crisp in acidity and dry in the finish, with a silky body that makes it lovely to pair with Pinot-friendly food, such as grilled salmon or tuna. It has sweet, spicy flavors of raspberries and strawberries.",,30,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Baker & Brain 2010 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baker-brain-2010-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Baker & Brain 13.2,Red,US,"With raspberry, brown sugar and fig flavors, this single-vineyard Pinot has a candied taste. The acidity is fine, and there's a deliciousness factor that boosts the score, but it's not a wine to age.",Pratt Vineyard,45,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Amelle 2011 Pratt Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amelle-2011-pratt-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Amelle 15.4,Red,US,"Sweet blackberry jam, currant and toasty oak flavors mark this softly tannic Cabernet. It's similar to the high-scoring 2009, with ripe blackberry, cherry and currant flavors, accented with new oak. But it's less complex, and the alcohol is considerably higher. Drink soon.",V Block,55,87,California,Napa,Yountville,Liparita 2010 V Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liparita-2010-v-block-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Liparita 14,Red,Mexico,"Smooth ripe-fruit aromas of raisin and blackberry lead to a jammy feel and concentrated palate that's home to baked black-fruit and molasses flavors. A gritty, grippy finish holds its form. Drink now.",Private Reserve,20,87,Valle de Guadalupe,,,L.A. Cetto 2008 Private Reserve Petite Sirah (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cetto-2008-private-reserve-petite-sirah-valle-guadalupe/,Petite Sirah,2008,L.A. Cetto 13.8,White,US,"This wine is very rich and ripe with tangerine, Meyer-lemon and peach flavors, but with a stimulating cut of green grass. Crisp acidity and super-clean winemaking gives it a finish that's pure and intense. Another fine bottling from this veteran winery.",Magnolia Lane,17,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2012 Magnolia Lane Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2012-magnolia-lane-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Kunde 13.7,White,US,"A significant price drop and a riper vintage make this a fine, every day go-to Pinot Gris. Apple and pear fruit, spiced up with cinnamon highlights, lead into a clean finish. Drink it young.",,13,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Kudos 2012 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kudos-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Kudos 13,Red,Germany,"Intensely herbaceous notes of fresh green leaves and stems add briskness to crisp red-plum and cherry flavors in this full bodied, yet keenly balanced wine. Wisps of violet on the palate and soft, furry tannins lend it an elegant feel.",Neipperger Schlossberg,51,87,Württemberg,,,Grafen Neipperg 2009 Neipperger Schlossberg Spätburgunder (Württemberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grafen-neipperg-2009-neipperger-schlossberg-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-wurttemberg/,Spätburgunder,2009,Grafen Neipperg 14.8,White,US,"Rich in orange peel and with a sharp jab of New Zealand-style grass, this white is full bodied and meaty, with a kick of acidity on the finish.",Estate,22,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Jason-Stephens 2012 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jason-stephens-2012-estate-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Jason-Stephens 14.5,Red,Chile,"A chunky, raisiny bouquet shouts maxium ripeness, while in the mouth this borders on syrupy while pumping out the volume. Jammy flavors of boysenberry and prune finish with fig and chocolate flvaors. This is dark and rich but pushing up against overripe.",Zardoz,,87,Maipo Valley,,,Indomita 2011 Zardoz Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indomita-2011-zardoz-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2011,Indomita 13,White,Portugal,"This blend of Verdelho and Alvarinho nicely combines the perfume of the first variety and the smooth richness of the second. The result is a wine that has refreshing acidity, bright green- and white-fruit flavors and lively final acidity.",,18,87,Alentejano,,,Herdade Grande 2012 White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-grande-2012-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2012,Herdade Grande 12.7,Red,US,"This low alcohol wine offers tart, young, raspberry fruit, without much concentration. It was aged in 70% new French oak, which imparts a toasty, chocolatey edge to the finish.",Truffle Hill,35,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Left Coast Cellars 2011 Truffle Hill Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/left-coast-cellars-2011-truffle-hill-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Left Coast Cellars 14.2,Red,US,"Here's a Merlot that's softly tannic and mellow, just what Merlot is supposed to be. It's rich and forward in cherries, red currants, licorice, mocha and cinnamon, with a jacket of oak.",,58,87,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Terlato 2010 Merlot (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2010-merlot-napa-atlas-peak/,Merlot,2010,Terlato 14.4,Red,US,"Here's a tasty Pinot Noir for drinking now. It shows good coastal character, with brisk acidity and cherry, pomegranate, mushroom and cola flavors. A bit of new oak brings sweet toast notes.",Anno di Gianna,36,87,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Stolo 2011 Anno di Gianna Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolo-2011-anno-gianna-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Stolo 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This rosé sparkler has a fragrance of berry and forest floor and a whiff of medicinal herbs. The palate offers fresh strawberry, white pepper, pink grapefruit and a hint of eucalyptus while finishing on a dry note.",Brut Rosé Radijan,35,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ronco Calino NV Brut Rosé Radijan (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronco-calino-nv-brut-rose-radijan-pinot-nero-franciacorta-179944/,Pinot Nero,,Ronco Calino 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made from Chardonnay and Pinot Nero, this extra brut has aromas of freshly cut hay, bread crust and oak. While it has a creamy texture and bitter almond notes, there's not enough fruit richness to support the evident oak and nervous acidity.",Extra Brut,47,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ricci Curbastro 2008 Extra Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricci-curbastro-2008-extra-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Ricci Curbastro 13,Red,Portugal,"A blend of Touriga Nacional, Syrah and Merlot, this is a firm and tannic wine, with an overlay of red fruit and tight acidity. It is very juicy, ripe, perfumed and rich, yet also stylish and fresh at the end. Drink now through 2018.",,12,87,Tejo,,,Quinta do Casal Monteiro 2010 Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-casal-monteiro-2010-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Quinta do Casal Monteiro 12.5,White,Portugal,"Full and round, this is a smooth and rich wine. It brings out the creamy side of Alvarinho, with stewed-pear and yellow fruit flavors. There is ample length and acidity at the end.",Via Latina,,87,Vinho Verde,,,Vercoope 2012 Via Latina Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vercoope-2012-via-latina-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2012,Vercoope 13,Dessert,Italy,"This subtle dessert wine offers black cherry, plum, fig, cinnamon and black pepper sensations. It's smooth, spicy and fresh, with intriguing smoky notes. It will pair nicely with blueberry pie or sip it on its own after dinner.",Fiorato,30,87,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella,,Tommasi 2010 Fiorato (Recioto della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2010-fiorato-red-recioto-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2010,Tommasi 14.9,White,US,"This Viognier shows the variety's exotic, flamboyant side, with tropical fruit, lime, green apple, honeysuckle and vanilla flavors. It's a little lush, but clean and complex.",Noble Vineyard Lyra,36,87,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Sean Thackrey 2012 Noble Vineyard Lyra Viognier (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-thackrey-2012-noble-vineyard-lyra-viognier-sonoma-knights-valley/,Viognier,2012,Sean Thackrey 12.5,Red,US,"A pretty purple-hued wine, Chehalem's Gamay Noir invites sipping with flavors of blueberries, chocolate and spice. It's fruity and forward, but seems to suddenly hit a wall, stopping short with a hint of plastic in the finish.",Ridgecrest Vineyards,24,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Chehalem 2011 Ridgecrest Vineyards Gamay Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2011-ridgecrest-gamay-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Gamay Noir,2011,Chehalem 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a fruity but also structured blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Alicante Bouschet and Touriga Nacional. It's full of red fruit, dusty tannins with a dry core and balancing acidity. Drink until 2020.",Pancas,10,87,Lisboa,,,Companhia das Quintas 2011 Pancas Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2011-pancas-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2011,Companhia das Quintas 12.5,White,Portugal,"This is a rich wine, smoky with vanilla and apple flavors. It has some good intensity, as well as a textured character that gives it some aging potential. Bright, fresh acidity cuts through the riper fruits. Drink now and until 2019.",Segada Branco,9,87,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2012 Segada Branco White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2012-segada-branco-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2012,DFJ Vinhos 11,Dessert,US,"Whiffs of minerality, waxy lemon peel and lanolin add complexity to lemon-honey flavors on the palate. It's dainty, with a steely acid backbone, and hints of saffron and spice on the finish. Made from grapes frozen after harvest.",Iced Wine Sweet White,30,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fulkerson 2012 Iced Wine Sweet White Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulkerson-2012-iced-wine-sweet-white-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2012,Fulkerson 14,Red,Italy,"This shows dark berry aromas with hints of toast and sandalwood. The palate delivers black fruits layered with licorice, spice and espresso, but it's a bit shy on length.",Grignano,14,87,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Fattoria di Grignano 2009 Grignano (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-grignano-2009-grignano-red-chianti-rufina/,Red Blend,2009,Fattoria di Grignano 14.6,Red,US,"This Howell Mountain Cab contains 3% Syrah. It good and rich in blackberries and dark chocolate, and very tannic. Will the fruit outlive the tannins? Doesn't seem likely. Drink now–2015.",,85,87,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Euclid Wines 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/euclid-wines-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Euclid Wines 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a ripe wine with raspberry flavor and a tight,steely character. The wine is light, crisp and certainly dry, with the acidity cutting like a knife on the finish.",Tsarine Brut Rosé,60,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Chanoine NV Tsarine Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanoine-nv-tsarine-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Chanoine 13,Sparkling,US,"his blend of 57% Chardonnay, 41% Pinot Noir and 2% Pinot Meunier is drier than the winery's Extra Dry Riche. It is softly textured, layered in green apple and pear, and offers a medium finish. A versatile wine for pairing, it makes a good go-to for larger gatherings.",Brut Classic,22,87,California,California Other,California,Chandon NV Brut Classic Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-nv-brut-classic-sparkling-california-180511/,Sparkling Blend,,Chandon 13,Sparkling,US,"This Blanc de Noirs—91% Pinot Noir with small amounts of Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier—opens with a tad ripe, with a light and airy mousse and a predominance of strawberry flavor. It's easy to like—dry, soft and round with a long finish.",Blanc de Noirs,22,87,California,California Other,California,Chandon NV Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-nv-blanc-de-noirs-sparkling-california-180508/,Sparkling Blend,,Chandon 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This wine should be Cesarini Sforza's crown jewel, but this sparkling riserva has a fragrance dominated by oak and vanilla. The palate is aggressively sparkling and shows vanilla, oak and Golden Delicious apple flavors.",Riserva Aquila Reale,49,87,,Trento,,Cesarini Sforza 2005 Riserva Aquila Reale Chardonnay (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesarini-sforza-2005-riserva-aquila-reale-chardonnay-trento/,Chardonnay,2005,Cesarini Sforza 14.9,White,US,"Marked by sugary orange, apricot, lemon and vanilla flavors, this Viognier is a bit simple on its own. Balanced with crisp acidity, it will pair well with slghtly sweet Asian fare.",Glenrose & Anna's Vineyard,35,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2011 Glenrose & Anna's Vineyard Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2011-glenrose-annas-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2011,Adelaida 13.3,White,US,"Tasted in August, crisp acidity gave this Chardonnay a slight effervescence that may disappear by the time you taste it. The sparkliness, however, actually is a welcome balance to rich, ripe pineapple, peach, vanilla and buttered toast flavors.",,25,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Evening Land 2011 Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evening-land-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Evening Land 14.1,White,US,"New French oak brings plenty of buttered toast and vanilla to this sweet, rather simple Chardonnay. It's a wine with universal appeal, with bright pineapple, lemon-meringue pie and honeysuckle flavors.",Olema,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Amici 2012 Olema Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amici-2012-olema-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2012,Amici 13,Red,Portugal,"A blend of the rare Caladoc, a specialty of DFJ Vinhos, and Tinta Roriz, this is a soft, juicy, fruity and forward wine. It has bright red-berry fruit and light tannins, along with just a hint of wood aging. It's very ready to drink. Screwcap.",Alta Corte,9,85,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2010 Alta Corte Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2010-alta-corte-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2010,DFJ Vinhos 12,Sparkling,France,This is a soft wine that has a cotton-candy sweetness. It's fruity with strong strawberry flavor and only a light touch of acidity.,Palmes d'Or Vintage Brut Rosé,200,84,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte 2005 Palmes d'Or Vintage Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-2005-palmes-dor-vintage-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Nicolas Feuillatte 13.5,Red,US,"They call it Reserve, but it's a pretty standard Pinot Noir, simple and soft, with cherry pie, white sugar and sweet oak flavors. Half the profits go to charity.",Reserve,19,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,One Hope 2011 Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/one-hope-2011-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2011,One Hope 12,White,Portugal,"Very much an apéritif white, this is round, soft, fruity and ready to drink. With ripe pear and green plum flavors, it has both a smooth texture and just the right amount of fresh acidity. Drink now and until 2018.",Dona Helena,11,84,Península de Setúbal,,,Wines & Winemakers 2012 Dona Helena White (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2012-dona-helena-white-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese White,2012,Wines & Winemakers 13,Rose,Portugal,"A bright pink wine that tastes drier than it looks. It has bright strawberry aromas, as well as touches of caramel and lively final acidity. It's not for aging.",Somontes,10,84,Dão,,,Casa da Passarella 2012 Somontes Rosé (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-passarella-2012-somontes-rose-dao/,Rosé,2012,Casa da Passarella 14.3,Red,US,"The notes of orange peel, white pepper and seaweed come off as disjointed, though the flavors are light and tart.",,29,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Spangler 2010 Syrah (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spangler-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern/,Syrah,2010,Spangler 13.5,White,Chile,"Bell pepper, green bean and asparagus aromas come with a touch of melon but nothing more fruity than that. A citrusy, round palate houses bitter, stretched flavors of green fruits and sulfur. Green herbs and citrus peel are the finishing notes on this grassy, green SB.",Gran Reserva,17,83,Leyda Valley,,,Alto Los Romeros 2012 Gran Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alto-los-romeros-2012-gran-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Alto Los Romeros 14.5,Red,US,"Excessively ripe flavors of raisins and prunes mar this blend. It tastes hot and porty, with sugary sweet flavors and heat from alcohol.",Towheuna Pure,38,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Croad 2009 Towheuna Pure G-S-M (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croad-2009-towheuna-pure-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-paso-robles/,G-S-M,2009,Croad 13.5,Red,US,"Hard to like this Pinot. It has flavors of beets, cola and asparagus, but it's drinkable.",Legendary,10,81,California,California Other,California,Wild Hare 2012 Legendary Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-hare-2012-legendary-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2012,Wild Hare 14.8,Red,US,A fairly flat rendering of Cabernet Sauvignon simple in style and execution.,Moon Eyes,15,81,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Lapis Luna 2010 Moon Eyes Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapis-luna-2010-moon-eyes-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Lapis Luna 12,Sparkling,France,This lightly fruity wine hints at strawberry fruits laced with soft acidity. There is a bitterness in the background that is not pleasant.,Réserve Rosé Dry,14,81,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Charles de Fère NV Réserve Rosé Dry Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-de-fere-nv-reserve-rose-dry-sparkling-vin-mousseux-174358/,Sparkling Blend,,Charles de Fère 13,Red,US,"Sugary flavors of red-cherry jam and toasted, almost ashy oak mark this simple Merlot.",,8,81,California,California Other,California,Turning Leaf NV Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-nv-merlot-other/,Merlot,,Turning Leaf 12,White,Mexico,"Pickled, briny aromas set up a plump palate that is the best part of the wine. Flavors of bland melon are salty, while the finish fails to improve on anything that came before it.",Estate Bottled,11,81,Valle de Guadalupe,,,L.A. Cetto 2011 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cetto-2011-estate-bottled-chardonnay-valle-guadalupe/,Chardonnay,2011,L.A. Cetto 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A powerfully dense wine, solidly based on dry tannins and rich black fruit. Structure, fruit and acidity all come together in a wine that shows immense potential as well as a softer side now.",Vintage,,96,Port,,,Dow's 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dows-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Dow's 14.1,Red,US,"A seriously top of the heap California Syrah. This complex, interesting wine sings of black pepper and garrigue, fleshy in just-ripe cherry, leather and dark plum. From the mountainous Fenaughty Vineyard, always a good source, it finishes long and will age gorgeously if you can possibly wait to drink it; that pepper will mellow in interesting ways.",Fenaughty Vineyard,35,97,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Donkey & Goat 2010 Fenaughty Vineyard Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donkey-goat-2010-fenaughty-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,2010,Donkey & Goat 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A complete wine, ripely fruity, firmly tannic and dense. It has weight and the right balance of fruit and structure. It's an impressive wine, powerful and concentrated while showing great fruitiness. The finish reveals its freshness.",Vintage,95,97,Port,,,Cockburn's 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockburns-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Cockburn's 13.6,Red,US,"This is a seductive and deeply satisfying Pinot Noir, light in rose petal and red cherry notes and yet intense and voluptuous in texture. Part of the winery's 30th anniversary celebration, with the fruit coming from original co-founder Burt Williams' Morning Dew Ranch in Anderson Valley, this is a remarkably polished and balanced wine, with a racy jolt of spiciness on the finish.",30th Anniversary Cuvée Burt Williams' Morning Dew Ranch,125,97,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Williams Selyem 2010 30th Anniversary Cuvée Burt Williams' Morning Dew Ranch Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2010-30th-anniversary-cuvee-burt-morning-dew-ranch-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Williams Selyem 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"There is an initial smoky character, followed by a burst of ripe, rich black fruits, giving the wine weight and a dark, brooding core. Black plum and berry fruits, considerable acidity and a delicate final perfume flesh out this wine's character. For serious aging.",Vintage,116,97,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Taylor Fladgate 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A very aromatic wine, with violet perfumes, this is attractive and obviously ageworthy. The wine has the richness and tannic structure necessary, while showing an open, accessible character. The acidity shows strongly at the end. Produced from old vineyards at Graham's Quinta dos Malvedos, it has magnificent long-term potential.",Stone Terraces Vintage,200,97,Port,,,W. & J. Graham's 2011 Stone Terraces Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/w-j-grahams-2011-stone-terraces-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,W. & J. Graham's 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This hugely rich yet approachable wine shows power and boldness. All the elements are there, linked by firm tannins and freshness from berry acidity.",Vintage,90,97,Port,,,Ferreira 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferreira-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Ferreira 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A powerful, spicy wine, luscious in its peppered berry fruits and sweet tannins. The structure is dramatic, offering a smooth texture as well as a drier core. With its weight, density and dark, final character, this is a wine for serious aging.",Vintage,116,97,Port,,,Fonseca 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fonseca-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Fonseca 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is beautifully ripe and perfumed, packed with richness in the form of sweet berries and touches of spice. It's already a gorgeous wine, its ripeness lifted by the acidity and given shape by the tannic structure. This powerful wine shows great aging potential.",Capela Vintage,127,98,Port,,,Quinta do Vesuvio 2011 Capela Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vesuvio-2011-capela-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Quinta do Vesuvio 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The sweetness of the wine vies with the acidity to bring out a dense structure, black currant flavors and firm tannins that are strongly integrated into the ripe texture. This is a gorgeous, dense, concentrated wine, coming into balance while showing great structure and potential.",Vargellas Vinhas Velhas Vintage,268,99,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 2011 Vargellas Vinhas Velhas Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-2011-vargellas-vinhas-velhas-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Taylor Fladgate 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A powerful and ripe wine, strongly influenced by its tannins, super ripe black fruit and great structure. It has all the hallmarks of a long-lived vintage Port—very rich, while densely textured and firm. This is an amazing, impressive, concentrated wine, with huge potential. From a parcel of ungrafted vines at Noval.",Nacional Vintage,650,100,Port,,,Quinta do Noval 2011 Nacional Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-noval-2011-nacional-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Quinta do Noval 14,Red,Chile,"This reedy smelling, jammy boxed wine is on the cusp of acceptability. It's gooey in feel, a bit fake and sugary in flavor, and sticky on the finish.",Gran Verano,22,80,Central Valley,,,Gran Verano 2011 Gran Verano Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gran-verano-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Gran Verano 14,Rose,US,"Made by a Nevada-based producer, this rosé from California-grown Grenache is very dark, exuding aromas of grenadine syrup and does follow through on the theme of sweet and viscous on the palate.",Reserve Lot 14,18,80,California,California Other,California,Loken Cellars NV Reserve Lot 14 Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loken-cellars-nv-reserve-lot-14-rose-other/,Rosé,,Loken Cellars 13,White,Chile,"Vanilla cookies and sulfuric match stick are about all you can draw from the bouquet. This is flat in feel, with candied, flabby flavors of green fruits. The finish is bland.",Select Terroir,10,80,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2012 Select Terroir Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2012-select-terroir-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Santa Ema 12.5,White,Uruguay,"Waxy, stalky aromas provide little to no varietal familiarity. This is acid-driven, with lemon and underripe pineapple flavors along with wheaty, stalky aftershocks. The fresh and tangy feel turns bitter on the finish.",Premium Varietal,16,80,Canelones,,,Marichal 2012 Premium Varietal Chardonnay (Canelones),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marichal-2012-premium-varietal-chardonnay-canelones/,Chardonnay,2012,Marichal 13,Red,Chile,"A shimmering purple color is the greeting on this strange-smelling blend of Cabernet and Carmenère. The palate is weak in feel, while flavors of oaky blueberry are weird and seem manipulated.",Copa Cabana,13,80,Central Valley,,,Cultivate 2011 Copa Cabana Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cultivate-2011-copa-cabana-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2011,Cultivate 14.5,Red,US,A grippy Cabernet lacking in fruit and personality.,,30,80,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Rosati Family 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosati-family-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Rosati Family ,Red,US,"Smells like pink bubblegum, tastes like sugary cherry pie filling. Even at this price, it's not a bargain.",,8,81,California,California Other,California,Turning Leaf NV Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-nv-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,,Turning Leaf 12.5,White,Chile,"The nose on this SB is pure grass, bell pepper and hay. The palate is citric on one hand but still flat and wayward in feel, with globular green-fruit flavors and a bitter tasting finish.",Reserva,12,81,Maule Valley,,,Alto Los Romeros 2012 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alto-los-romeros-2012-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Alto Los Romeros 15.5,Red,US,"Raisiny overripeness and high-alcohol heat detract from this wine's pleasure, giving it a bitter taste and a Port-like finish.",Pure,36,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Croad 2009 Pure Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croad-2009-pure-grenache-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache,2009,Croad 14.5,White,Chile,"A maderized gold color and oxidized aromas are not inviting. This feel heavy and clunky, with oily, nutty tasting white-fruit flavors. An almondy bitterness drives the finish.",Guardián Reserva,10,81,Casablanca Valley,,,Mancura 2012 Guardián Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mancura-2012-guardian-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Mancura 13,Red,US,"Not much to like in this sweet, soft, simple Pinot Noir. It has raspberry, cola and licorice flavors. This brand has all but collapsed recently.",Spanish Springs Vineyard,35,82,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Evening Land 2011 Spanish Springs Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evening-land-2011-spanish-springs-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Evening Land 14.9,Red,US,"A problematic wine, although not without its virtues. Made from Mourvèdre, Grenache, Syrah and Cinsault, it's too soft in structure and too sweet, and there's a vegetable, mushroomy taste to the raspberries.",Version Anna's Vineyard,36,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2010 Version Anna's Vineyard Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2010-version-annas-vineyard-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Adelaida 12.5,Red,US,"Cherry and oak notes are pleasant on this dry and softly tannic wine, but it's watery in style and lacking in concentration.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Buffalo Grove 2012 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buffalo-grove-2012-merlot-other/,Merlot,2012,Buffalo Grove 13.8,White,US,"There's an earthy note of mushroom in this dry, lean, acidic Chardonnay. The fruit suggests pineapples and peaches, but it's watered down and simple.",,15,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Formation 2011 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/formation-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Formation 14.3,White,US,"Made without oak, this wine is brisk with acidity, with citrus, gooseberry and white pepper flavors. A touch of ammonia makes it challenging.",,20,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Keating 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keating-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Keating 13,Red,US,"Flavors of brown and white sugar, blackberries, blueberries and toast give this Cab a sweet, simple profile.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Turning Leaf NV Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-nv-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,,Turning Leaf 14.4,Red,US,"Like your Zins on the lush, ripe side? This one has sugary flavors of raspberries, vanilla, cinnamon and toasted almonds, like a granola candy bar.",,29,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Roadhouse Winery 2011 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roadhouse-winery-2011-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Roadhouse Winery 13.5,Red,US,"A dry, brittle mouthfeel and watery flavors of raspberries combine to make this wine rustic. It gets the basic Pinot Noir concept of silky smoothness and acidity across well enough, but not much else.",,11,82,California,California Other,California,Cooper Station 2012 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooper-station-2012-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2012,Cooper Station 13.5,Red,US,"This is a common wine, thin and sweet in blackberry and cherry jam flavors, with tannins that make your tongue stick to the gums.",Legendary,10,82,California,California Other,California,Wild Hare 2012 Legendary Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-hare-2012-legendary-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Wild Hare 13.8,Rose,US,"One has to dig deep to discover much in the way of aromas on this rosé, which is made of indeterminate grapes. Dry, dark pink in color, its flavors are quite simple.",Estate,17,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Clara Valley,Jason-Stephens 2012 Estate Rosé (Santa Clara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jason-stephens-2012-estate-rose-central-coast-santa-clara-valley/,Rosé,2012,Jason-Stephens 13.9,Red,US,"This wine is ripe and simple with cherry, raisin and mushroom flavors wrapped into a softly textured body. The finish is jammy.",Parcel 41,20,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nine North Wine Company 2012 Parcel 41 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nine-north-wine-company-2012-parcel-41-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2012,Nine North Wine Company 13.5,Red,US,"This is a simple, fruity wine, with blackberry, cherry and oak flavors that finish dry and crisp in Monterey acidity. It's compromised by a green, vegetal note of unripeness.",,15,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Formation 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/formation-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Formation 14.4,Red,US,"Even if you like some earthy, mushroomy notes in your Syrah, this one is unripe to the point of vegetal. It's also too soft for balance. Despite some decent blackberry and cola flavors, it's a real disappointment.",Estate,35,82,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Astrale e Terra 2009 Estate Syrah (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astrale-e-terra-2009-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-atlas-peak/,Syrah,2009,Astrale e Terra 13.5,Red,US,"This Pinot is dry, silky and simple, with cherry pie flavors. There's a vegetal, green streak that's disagreeable.",,22,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Carmel Road 2012 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-road-2012-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2012,Carmel Road 13.5,Red,Chile,"The cold conditions of the 2011 vintage are evident on this hard, gritty wine with olive and tarry aromas. This feels rough and grating, with burnt, peppery flavors of olive and dried fruits. A tart finish with leaf and asphalt flavors fails to redeem the wine.",Columbine Special Reserve Single Vineyard,18,82,Maipo Valley,,,William Cole 2011 Columbine Special Reserve Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2011-columbine-special-reserve-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,William Cole 12,Rose,US,"With a pink-orange color, this rosé tastes tired and oxidized, like a bottle that was opened and left standing out on the shelf for a day or so.",Bisou Bisou Grenache,25,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Nobelle 2012 Bisou Bisou Grenache Rosé (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nobelle-2012-bisou-bisou-grenache-rose-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rosé,2012,Nobelle 13.5,Red,Mexico,"Herbal, leathery aromas are horsey and sharp. This feels rugged and choppy, then tastes baked and herbal, like a mix of stewed fruits, oregano, cured meat and pepper. A grassy, herbal finish does little to bring it around.",Estate Bottled,11,82,Valle de Guadalupe,,,L.A. Cetto 2010 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cetto-2010-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-valle-guadalupe/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,L.A. Cetto 13.5,Red,US,"This blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and several other varieties defines the word rustic. It's soft in texture, and combines unripe vegetable and mushroom flavors with sugary sweet raspberry jam.",1,15,82,California,California Other,California,Noble Vines 2011 1 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noble-vines-2011-1-red-other/,Red Blend,2011,Noble Vines 13.5,White,US,"Sweet buttered toast, buttered popcorn and fruit-cocktail flavors are what you get in this Chardonnay. It has a brisk hit of acidity, but remains simple.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Wild Hare 2012 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-hare-2012-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Wild Hare 13.6,White,US,"This unusual wine has a backbone of acidity akin to a squirt of lime juice, with flavors of green gooseberry, peppercorn, orange and pineapple.",,27,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Envolve 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envolve-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Envolve 14.5,Red,US,"Vegetal flavors run through the cherries and blackberries of this Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah blend. Despite a rich softness and velvety tannins, the unripeness makes it hard to appreciate.",Aroha,32,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Croad 2009 Aroha Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croad-2009-aroha-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2009,Croad 12.5,Red,US,"This thin wine has very little going for it. It has watered-down berry flavors, but on the plus side, it's dry and vital in acidity.",,9,82,California,California Other,California,Buffalo Grove 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buffalo-grove-2012-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Buffalo Grove 13.5,Red,US,"Hard to like this sweetly cloying, simple Pinot. It tastes like a raspberry, honey and roasted almond granola candy bar, and is already feeling tired.",,14,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Castle Rock 2010 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Castle Rock 12.4,White,US,"This is an easy, simple wine that's lush and ripe with apricots, oranges and pineapples, but crisp with acidity and clean on the finish.",,13,83,California,California Other,California,Pennywise 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pennywise-2012-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Pennywise 10,White,Portugal,"An off-dry wine, with crisp apple fruits and a light, bright texture. It's tangy, full of lemony acidity with a light prickle. It's for drinking immediately.",,10,83,Vinho Verde,,,Pátria 2012 White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patria-2012-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Pátria 13,White,US,"This is a soft, simple wine, that's ripe with orange, green apple, pear and lime flavors. Honeyed on the finish, it tastes like it has some residual sugar.",,12,83,California,California Other,California,Gnarly Head 2012 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gnarly-head-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Gnarly Head 14.5,Red,US,"There's a bitterness to this wine that makes it hard to appreciate. Blended from Zinfandel and Mourvèdre, it has plenty of cherry, cranberry and cola fruit flavor, but doesn't rise above its sweetly rustic, overripe nature. Drink now.",Taranaki,30,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Croad 2009 Taranaki Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croad-2009-taranaki-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2009,Croad 9.5,Sparkling,Portugal,"A sweet, fruity and lightly sparkling wine that has attractive acidity to go with its soft red fruits. It makes a delicious apéritif style.",Plexus Frisante Rosé,,83,Tejo,,,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo NV Plexus Frisante Rosé Sparkling (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-cartaxo-nv-plexus-frisante-rose-tejo/,Portuguese Sparkling,,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 13.9,Red,US,"Napa Cabernet specialist Bell tries their hand at the current market for sweet red wines, with mixed results. A blend of multiple varieties, including Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah, the wine is soft, sugary sweet and simple. Hard to see how this enhances Bell's reputation.",Big Guy,25,83,California,California Other,California,Bell 2011 Big Guy Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2011-big-guy-red-other/,Red Blend,2011,Bell 13,White,Chile,"Generic white-fruit aromas come with a modicum of zest. The palate is simple in feel but holds steady, while flavors of citrus and pith finish sweet, with distant notes of orange and passion fruit.",,7,83,Central Valley,,,Beach Kite 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beach-kite-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Beach Kite 15.9,Red,US,"Herbal and walled off by dry tannins, this Sangiovese doesn't give off the sort of food-friendly vibe others do. Instead, at 15.9% alcohol, it's a bit of a mouthful that could have benefited from a slight easing of the brake at either ripening or oaking.",,19,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Bray 2010 Sangiovese (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bray-2010-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Sangiovese,2010,Bray 15.5,Red,US,"Rich in thick cherry liqueur-flavored texture, this Sangiovese is dry and tannic with the best of its fruit and tobacco layers popping mid-palate before finishing flat as a straight line.",Thérèse Vineyards Dos Niñas Vineyards,35,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Clara Valley,Martin Ranch 2009 Thérèse Vineyards Dos Niñas Vineyards Sangiovese (Santa Clara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ranch-2009-therese-ninas-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-clara-valley/,Sangiovese,2009,Martin Ranch 12,White,US,"This is an eccentric wine, showing oaky flavors along with marzipan and oranges. It's quite dry and acidic, with a steely tang. But it seems tired and a little oxidized. Drink up.",Belle Rivière,35,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Nobelle 2012 Belle Rivière Marsanne (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nobelle-2012-belle-riviere-marsanne-central-coast-monterey/,Marsanne,2012,Nobelle 13,White,Chile,"Aromas of bath soap, air freshener and vegetal fruits lead to a tangy, linear palate with green flavors mixed with citrus and melon. This basic Chard holds onto those green-ish characteristics on the finish.",,9,83,Central Valley,,,Lazo 2012 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lazo-2012-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Lazo 14.3,Red,US,"Serviceable and soft, this Stromberg Cab could use a bit more heft to liven its fruit.",Stromberg,30,83,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2010 Stromberg Cabernet Sauvignon (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2010-stromberg-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Lava Cap 13,White,Italy,"This Viognier from Tuscany opens with enticing aromas of peach, apricot and mineral. However the palate is lean and linear and while fresh, it lacks fruit richness.",Camposegreto,17,83,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Poppiano 2012 Camposegreto Viognier (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poppiano-2012-camposegreto-viognier-toscana/,Viognier,2012,Castello di Poppiano 12.5,White,Mexico,"Pithy, citrusy aromas are about all the nose offers. This feels citrusy, with adequate weight. Flavors of citrus, apple, melon and bitterness end chalky and dry.",Estate Bottled,11,83,Valle de Guadalupe,,,L.A. Cetto 2011 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cetto-2011-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-valle-guadalupe/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,L.A. Cetto 13.5,White,Chile,"Apple and peach aromas struggle to reach the rudimentary level. There's a slight vegetal note to the flavor profile along with sugary melon and pear. This feels flat but not tired, and things taste mildly green and candied on the finish.",Gran Reserva Corte,17,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Luz 2012 Gran Reserva Corte Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-luz-2012-gran-reserva-corte-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Santa Luz 13,Red,US,"With a ruby-clear color and a light mouthfeel, this low-alcohol Pinot also is a little light in flavor. The cherries and red currants are compromised by a problematic mushroom taste.",,45,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Tedeschi 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tedeschi-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Tedeschi 13.7,Dessert,US,"Lifted floral and stone fruit aromatics add intensity to peachy, grape flavors on the palate of this wine. It's rich and luscious, with a bright burst of tangerine on the finish.",Ice,25,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2011 Ice Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2011-ice-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2011,Wagner 13.5,Red,Uruguay,"This is a light, soupy smelling, gritty feeling wine with a modest body and hard acidity. Thus it cries out for simple, food-friendly pairings like pizza. Along the way you'll encounter herbal red-fruit flavors, spice and juicy acids that cause roughness.",Premium Varietal,16,83,Canelones,,,Marichal 2011 Premium Varietal Tannat (Canelones),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marichal-2011-premium-varietal-other-red-tannat-canelones/,Tannat,2011,Marichal 13.5,Red,US,"With a pale color and a light, silky mouthfeel, this Pinot feels fine in the mouth. The flavors are pretty simple, suggesting sour raspberry and cherry candies. More proof that, with Pinot Noir, you get what you pay for.",Pinot For Paws,14,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,One Hope 2011 Pinot For Paws Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/one-hope-2011-pinot-for-paws-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,One Hope 12.5,Red,Portugal,"Bigode, the mustache, is a soft and juicy wine, light in texture with strong acidity. Red berry fruits are prominent, fragrant and perfumed. Drink now.",Bigode,8,83,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2010 Bigode Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2010-bigode-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2010,DFJ Vinhos 14.5,Red,Chile,"Pérez Cruz makes some nice wines, but this blend of Petit Verdot, Carmenère and Malbec is so full of herbaceous aromas and flavors of juniper, olive and coffee grinds that it's a struggle to get through. Yes, the mouthfeel and structure are that of a serious wine. But the aromas and flavors are so green and mean that it's impossible to rate this blend higher.",Quelen Special Selection,75,83,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Pérez Cruz 2009 Quelen Special Selection Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-perez-cruz-2009-quelen-special-selection-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Viña Pérez Cruz 13.9,Rose,US,"This unusual blend of Lagrein and Grignolino is quite dark in color for a rosé, and also feels and tastes heavy and sweet. It's a fruity wine, but lacks the delicacy you want in a fine blush.",Nicolina,20,83,California,California Other,California,Nico 2012 Nicolina Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nico-2012-nicolina-rose-other/,Rosé,2012,Nico 13.8,White,US,"Oak dominates this wine, with buttered toast and caramel flavors overwhelming the underlying orange, lemon and peach flavors.",,28,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Terlato 2011 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Terlato 14,Red,Chile,"Baked, raisiny aromas indicate a very ripe wine. This feels full and heavy on the tongue, with dark, toasty flavors that turn bitter, oaky and peppery on the finish.",Maigo Reserve,12,83,Curicó Valley,,,San Nicolas 2011 Maigo Reserve Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-nicolas-2011-maigo-reserve-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2011,San Nicolas 10,Dessert,US,"Pungent notes of saffron and orange rind waft from this unusually spicy ice wine. The aromatics then lift, and honeyed orange flavors take over on the palate.",Icewine,50,83,New York,New York Other,New York,Leonard Oakes 2009 Icewine Vidal Blanc (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonard-oakes-2009-icewine-other-white-vidal-blanc-other/,Vidal Blanc,2009,Leonard Oakes ,White,Chile,"Melony aromas rate as generic and get lost along the way. This feels soft and on the verge of flabby. Flavors of cantaloupe, papaya and mango finish chunky, sweet and not that convincing.",U Estate Grown,11,83,Central Valley,,,Undurraga 2012 U Estate Grown White (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2012-u-estate-grown-white-central-valley/,White Blend,2012,Undurraga 13,White,Chile,"Floral aromas akin to Argentinean Torrontés smell a lot like air freshener, while in the mouth this is juicy and light, with lychee, passion fruit and honeydew flavors.",Columbine Special Reserve Estate Bottled,16,83,Casablanca Valley,,,William Cole 2012 Columbine Special Reserve Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2012-columbine-special-reserve-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,William Cole 13.5,Red,Chile,"A blast of rubber is the aromatic greeting, followed by herbal notes and leather. A sharp, tight, acidic palate proves difficult to penetrate, while crisp, herbal red-plum flavors finish green.",Natura,11,83,Rapel Valley,,,Emiliana 2011 Natura Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2011-natura-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2011,Emiliana 13.5,Rose,Portugal,"A fruity and aromatic wine that is a blend of Syrah and Castelão. It has bright red fruits and a soft, ripe character. Berries and acidity complement the round finish.",Samora,13,84,Tejo,,,Wines & Winemakers 2012 Samora Rosé (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2012-samora-rose-tejo/,Rosé,2012,Wines & Winemakers 14.5,Red,US,"A touch of mushroomy unripeness undermines this Pinot Noir. That is a limiting factor, but the wine does show beautiful Pinot silkiness, and good enough raspberry and cola fruit.",,23,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sonoma Hills 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-hills-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Sonoma Hills 12,Red,France,"The mountains south of Beaujolais produce a light style of Gamay. This wine is soft, juicy, easy and fruity with red-cherry flavor marked by fresh acidity. Drink now.",Domaine de Montaubourg,15,84,Loire Valley,Côtes de Forez,,Signé Vigneron 2011 Domaine de Montaubourg Gamay (Côtes de Forez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2011-domaine-montaubourg-gamay-cotes-forez/,Gamay,2011,Signé Vigneron 10,Rose,Portugal,"Light, fresh and sweet, here is an attractive, red fruit-flavored wine. It has the typical Vinho Verde prickle, along with balanced acidity that gives a crisp aftertaste.",Pavão,,84,Vinho Verde,,,Vercoope 2012 Pavão Rosé (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vercoope-2012-pavao-rose-vinho-verde/,Rosé,2012,Vercoope 11.5,Rose,Portugal,"Here's a caramel and red fruit-flavored wine that is soft and round. It is light and bright, with a light prickle on the tongue as well as a tangy, orange peel texture. Screwcap.",,,84,Vinho Verde,,,Vera 2012 Rosé (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vera-2012-rose-vinho-verde/,Rosé,2012,Vera 12.5,Red,Uruguay,"This smells light and soapy at first, with modest berry fruit aromas and a pinch of leather. In the mouth, the structure is soft. Flavors of warm, syrupy berry fruits finish sweet and generic.",,10,84,Juanico,,,Pueblo del Sol 2010 Tannat (Juanico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pueblo-sol-2010-other-red-tannat-juanico/,Tannat,2010,Pueblo del Sol 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a big, lusty Zinfandel. It leaves little to the imagination, swamping the mouth with sweetly ripe raspberries, cherries and mocha. Perfect for drinking with a great cheeseburger or plate of lasagna.",Inzinerator,18,84,California,California Other,California,Super Hero 2011 Inzinerator Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/super-hero-2011-inzinerator-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2011,Super Hero 13,Rose,US,"Made from Pinot Noir, this blush is dry and low in alcohol, with a great burst of acidity. It's a fun wine, but the strawberry and watermelon flavors, unfortunately, are thin.",,22,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Tedeschi 2012 Rosé (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tedeschi-2012-rose-sonoma-coast/,Rosé,2012,Tedeschi 13,White,US,"Caramel, butterscotch and soft, ripe fruit mark this simple Chardonnay. It's fortunately balanced in acidity, and the underlying lime, pineapple and peach flavors are just fine.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Lola 2012 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lola-2012-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2012,Lola 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Made from 100% Chardonnay, this has unusual medicinal aromas that recall Band Aids. The palate shows the same medicinal sensations, along with restrained citrus notes and hints of oak.",Satèn,25,84,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Lo Sparviere NV Satèn (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lo-sparviere-nv-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Lo Sparviere 13.5,White,US,"Much of the fruit for this Viognier was estate-grown, then cold-fermented in stainless steel to retain its ripe stone-fruit flavors. The undercurrent is all caramel, with a lush finish reflecting the ripeness of the grapes.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,McManis 2012 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2012-viognier-other/,Viognier,2012,McManis 14.8,Red,US,"Tough, stringy tannins and some thin, green flavors mark this blend. While it has decent cherry jam and cola notes, the lack of generosity makes it tough to love.",Odyssey Reserve,28,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pat Paulsen Vineyards 2009 Odyssey Reserve Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pat-paulsen-2009-odyssey-reserve-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Pat Paulsen Vineyards 12.5,White,US,"lean and zesty Chardonnay with a burst of mouthwatering acidity, like a squirt of lime juice. It's a pretty thin wine, but with pleasant citrus and vanilla flavors, and not bad for the price.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,Eye Candy 2012 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eye-candy-2012-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Eye Candy 12,Rose,France,"A soft, not quite dry rosé with caramel and strawberry flavors. It's light, fruity with a crisp aftertaste. Drink now.",L'Orangerie de Carignan,,84,Bordeaux,Vin de Pays de l'Atlantique,,Château Carignan 2012 L'Orangerie de Carignan Rosé (Vin de Pays de l'Atlantique),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carignan-2012-lorangerie-rose-vin-pays-latlantique/,Rosé,2012,Château Carignan 13.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made entirely from Sangiovese using the méthode Champenoise, this sparkling wine offers raspberry and walnut aromas and flavors. It has a simple structure and despite no dosage, doesn't finish bone dry.",Dream,,84,Italy Other,Vino da Tavola,,Casalvento Radda 2008 Dream Sangiovese (Vino da Tavola),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casalvento-radda-2008-dream-sangiovese-vino-tavola/,Sangiovese,2008,Casalvento Radda 12,Sparkling,France,"This smooth, creamy wine is attractively fruity with pleasant white fruit and almond flavors. The palate is soft, finishing with a hint of caramel.",Réserve Blanc de Blancs Brut,13,84,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Charles de Fère NV Réserve Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-de-fere-nv-reserve-blanc-de-blancs-brut-sparkling-vin-mousseux-174359/,Sparkling Blend,,Charles de Fère 14.8,White,US,"This blend of 90% Sauvignon Blanc with some Sauvignon Gris and Musque grapes does its best to achieve ripeness, but it's dominated by green flavors of gooseberries, along with a hint of ammonia. Dry and a bit vegetal in style, this barrel-aged wine finishes on a tart note.",Estate Bottled,33,84,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2011 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2011-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Chalk Hill 19,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is a well balanced, ready to drink tawny, showing ripe, mature, wood-aged fruit notes along with raisins and some firm tannins. It's rich while still showing some freshness.",Tellu's Tawny,,84,Port,,,Caves Vale do Rodo NV Tellu's Tawny (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-vale-rodo-nv-tellus-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Caves Vale do Rodo 13.5,White,US,"This simple Chardonnay is lush and ripe like a pineapple, mango and peach juice drink. Unabashedly fruity with sweetness on the finish.",,15,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Adler Fels 2012 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adler-fels-2012-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Adler Fels 15.1,Red,US,"A disappointing wine, not one of Adelaida's best. The problem isn't just excessive softness, sweetness and heat from high alcohol, it's a vegetative note that mars the blackberries and cherries.",Viking Vineyard,35,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2010 Viking Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2010-viking-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Adelaida 13.8,Red,US,"About a second after you sip this wine, the sugary fruit hits, like the blast of a gummy bears. The wine is front-loaded with raspberries, watermelons, persimmons and strawberries, and the acidity is pretty good, but it's simply too sweet and fruity.",Estate Grown,35,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Balverne 2010 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balverne-2010-estate-grown-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Balverne 13.5,Red,US,"There's good raspberry and cherry fruit in this Pinot, with a sweet, smoky jacket of oak barrels. But it's ultimately simple, and the acidity is tart. Drink now.",,18,84,California,California Other,California,Bread & Butter 2012 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bread-butter-2012-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2012,Bread & Butter 14.1,White,US,"There's so much ripeness in this Viognier that it's almost a dessert wine. The apricot, orange, honeysuckle flower, vanilla and spice flavors taste like they were sprinkled with white, refined sugar. The balance is crisp acidity.",,35,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Black Stallion 2012 Viognier (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-stallion-2012-viognier-napa-valley/,Viognier,2012,Black Stallion 13.5,White,US,"While this wine is crisp and clean, and the price is right, it's a little thin in flavor. Suggests peaches, pears and citrus fruits that finish with a touch of honey. It's okay for everyday food, especially Asian.",Vintner's Reserve,13,84,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2012 Vintner's Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2012-vintners-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Kendall-Jackson 13,White,US,"The price is right on this Chardonnay, but it's a pretty simple wine. The palate is widely appealing with pineapple and orange jam, vanilla and buttered toast flavors.",Master Lot Reserve,13,84,California,California Other,California,Wolfgang Puck 2011 Master Lot Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolfgang-puck-2011-master-lot-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Wolfgang Puck 13.5,White,US,"This Chardonnay, as you may have guessed from the designation, is unoaked. What you get is fruit, and plenty of it, in the form of pineapples and peaches. There's a good burst of acidity on the finish.",Liberated,16,84,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Carmel Road 2012 Liberated Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-road-2012-liberated-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2012,Carmel Road 12.7,Rose,US,"A neutral salmon in color, with a slightly bricked orange tinge, this blend of Merlot, Grenache and Mourvèdre drinks dry. Abundant cherry flavors come through in this medium-bodied wine.",Reserve Merlot-Grenache-Mourvèdre,15,84,Idaho,,,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 2012 Reserve Merlot-Grenache-Mourvèdre Rosé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3-horse-ranch-2012-reserve-merlot-grenache-mourvedre-rose-snake-river-valley/,Rosé,2012,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"This is a sugary, candied Zinfandel, simply constructed and soft, with raspberry, brown sugar, cinnamon and sweet new oak flavors.",Montecillo Vineyard,28,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Keating 2011 Montecillo Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keating-2011-montecillo-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Keating 13,White,US,"This is a soft, lush Chardonnay, with ripe, jammy apricot, orange, mango and honey flavors, accented with buttered toast and vanilla. It's a satisfying Chardonnay at one of the better prices out there.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Twisted 2012 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twisted-2012-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Twisted 12.5,Rose,France,"Light and bright, this is a fragrant and fruity rosé. On the palate, strawberry flavors are gently caressed with soft acidity, leaving a soft, ripe aftertaste.",Domaine Fontanyul,17,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Ravoire et Fils 2012 Domaine Fontanyul Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravoire-fils-2012-domaine-fontanyul-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Ravoire et Fils 13.2,Red,US,"Not much Rutherford character here, in the way of structural complexity. What you get is a soft, gentle wine, with rich, ripe raspberry jam, cinnamon and toast flavors that are easy to like, especially with a juicy burger.",,34,84,California,Napa,Rutherford,There 2010 Merlot (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/there-2010-merlot-napa-rutherford/,Merlot,2010,There 12.5,White,US,"This is the kind of wine you pour at a big party, and nobody will complain. It gets the job done with ripe, yet crisply acidic, and above all, clean flavors of lemons, limes and grapefruits.",,14,84,California,California Other,California,Coyote Creek 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coyote-creek-2012-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Coyote Creek 13,White,Portugal,"This is a brightly crisp wine, bringing out the acidity in Alvarinho rather than the more exotic fruitiness. It has a direct line of fresh citrus, a mineral tang and juicy freshness. Drink now.",,19,84,Duriense,,,Delaforce 2012 Alvarinho (Duriense),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delaforce-2012-albarino-alvarinho-duriense/,Alvarinho,2012,Delaforce 12.5,White,US,"This Chard is bit thin and soft, with straightforward fruit-cocktail flavors. But it's clean and crisp, and at this price, it's just fine for parties.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Turning Leaf NV Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-nv-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,,Turning Leaf 13,Red,Portugal,"A new release, this is a soft, fruity and accessible wine. It has bright berry fruits, gentle tannins and some attractive acidity. The wine is ready to drink.",Forgotten Field Tinto,9,84,Lisboa,,,Companhia das Quintas 2011 Forgotten Field Tinto Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2011-forgotten-field-tinto-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2011,Companhia das Quintas 13.5,White,Chile,"Peach and lightly baked apple are the fruit components of an otherwise oily smelling nose. The mouthfeel is basic and largely fresh and healthy, with apple, melon rind and mild green flavors. The warmer this gets, the more sweet, heavy and trying it gets.",Block Selection Reserve Block N.13,10,84,Limarí Valley,,,La Playa 2012 Block Selection Reserve Block N.13 Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2012-block-selection-reserve-block-n13-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,La Playa 12,Sparkling,France,"This rounded, fruity wine with warm strawberry fruits is just off dry. It is ripe with a softer edge that gives an easy feel to the fruitiness.",Brut Rosé,14,84,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Grandin NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grandin-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Grandin 14.8,Red,US,"Lusciously ripe with raspberry and cherry candy, roasted almond, toasted coconut, mocha and cinnamon flavors, it's rather remniscent of a granola bar.",,38,84,California,Napa,Rutherford,Croze 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croze-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Croze 13.5,White,US,"Simple and ripe with fruit, this Chard has candied flavors of mangoes, pineapples, vanilla and buttered toast. Crisp acidity does its best to balance the lushness.",,25,84,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Evening Land 2011 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evening-land-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Evening Land 14,Red,Chile,"Combine Carmenère's need for heat with one of Chile's coolest vintages in more than a decade, and what results is a green, herbaceous wine like this. Yes, it has the variety's patented soft, rich mouthfeel, but everything about the aromas and flavors screams green bean, bell pepper and coffee grinds.",Limited Edition,25,84,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Pérez Cruz 2011 Limited Edition Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-perez-cruz-2011-limited-edition-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2011,Viña Pérez Cruz 12,Sparkling,France,"A light, semi-sweet and fruity sparkling wine that is crisp and lightly touched by acidity as well as red fruits. It's a simple, party sparkler that's ready to drink.",Cuvée Jean Louis Rosé,11,84,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Charles de Fère NV Cuvée Jean Louis Rosé Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-fere-nv-cuvee-jean-louis-rose-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Charles de Fère 15.3,Red,US,"As soft and sweet as a candy bar, this Zin has flavors of raspberries, white sugar, cola and cinnamon spice. It's beginning to pick up bottle age, but not getting any better.",Buck Hill,24,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Amelle 2009 Buck Hill Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amelle-2009-buck-hill-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Amelle 13.5,White,Chile,"This doesn't smell bad but frankly its not that aromatic. In the mouth, things feel plump and generic, while tropical is probably the best word to describe the flavor profile. A resiny feeling is the most noticeable thing on the finish.",Gran Reserva,17,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Alto Los Romeros 2012 Gran Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alto-los-romeros-2012-gran-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Alto Los Romeros 13.8,White,US,"Lush, ripe orange, pineapple and vanilla-bean flavors give this Chardonnay a soft, rich feel. There's enough acidity to keep it from being cloying, but it's simple and straightforward in style.",Unoaked,25,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Balverne 2012 Unoaked Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balverne-2012-unoaked-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Balverne 13,Red,France,"A dark-colored, stalky wine, with prominent black currant character. It tastes new, fruity, dry tannins and considerable acidity. Keep until 2015, at least.",,,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Landonnet 2012 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-landonnet-2012-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Landonnet 14.3,White,US,"This is a white that's aromatically appealing with ripe pineapple, vanilla and honey flavors. It's crisply acidic, with a metallic tinge to the finish. Many suggest Verdelho as an alternative to Chardonnay and this would work, especially alongside seafood.",,22,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Bray 2012 Verdelho (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bray-2012-spanish-white-verdelho-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Verdelho,2012,Bray 13.5,Red,Italy,"This simple, fruity red from Tuscany has raspberry and strawberry flavors offered in a soft, easy-to- drink style. Pair it with light fare, from pizza to pasta dishes.",Ventoso,9,84,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Piazzano 2012 Ventoso Red (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piazzano-2012-ventoso-red-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Red Blend,2012,Piazzano 13.5,Red,France,"An austere, structured wine, this is dominated by strong wood flavors. It has dark chocolate, bitter tannins with the fruit element submerged. At this stage, it doesn't have the weight to fully integrate fruit and structure.",,23,84,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Tour Saint-Joseph 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-saint-joseph-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tour Saint-Joseph 13.5,White,US,"Soft, ripe, fruity flavors mark this simple Chardonnay. The fruit veers towards pineapples, peaches and mangoes, overlaid with buttered toast.",,16,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Chime 2012 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chime-2012-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Chime 14.3,Red,US,"With raspberry and cherry flavors that are drying out, this Merlot still remains sweet in fruity essence. It's rather soft, lacking structural integrity, so drink up soon.",Cuvée,30,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Deerfield Ranch 2008 Cuvée Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deerfield-ranch-2008-cuvee-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2008,Deerfield Ranch 12.5,White,US,"The citrus and peach flavors are simple, but this wine is clean and brisk with acidity, and for the price, it's a perfectly fine drink to serve at parties.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Twisted 2012 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twisted-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Twisted 13.5,White,Chile,"Wheat and corn aromas sit on top of standard apple scents. This feels round and offers good texture, while oaky, resiny apple and pear flavors finish similarly. This is solid enough but bland.",Reserva Espiritu de los Andes,10,84,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2012 Reserva Espiritu de los Andes Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2012-reserva-espiritu-los-andes-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Santa Alicia 11.5,Sparkling,France,"This soft, lightly sweet sparkling wine has ripe raspberry-candy flavors. It's a gentle wine, attractive as an apéritif.",Brut Rosé,10,84,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Louis Perdrier NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-perdrier-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-vin-mousseux-174363/,Sparkling Blend,,Louis Perdrier 12,White,US,"What this wine has going for it is fine acidity and a purity of flavor. It's rich with citrus and tropical fruits, honeysuckle, apricots and vanilla. The finish is somewhere between off-dry and sweet.",Bay Mist,10,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,J. Lohr 2012 Bay Mist White Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2012-bay-mist-riesling-white-central-coast-monterey-county/,White Riesling,2012,J. Lohr 14.5,Red,US,"There's a toothpasty sweetness to this Zin, like a raspberry mint candy. Also odd is that it's already throwing significant sediment even though it's still a young wine. Eccentric, but it has its charms.",Old Vine Pear Block,38,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Saini 2011 Old Vine Pear Block Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saini-2011-old-vine-pear-block-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Saini 8,White,Germany,"Brambly, herbaceous notes lend a dark, savory tone to preserved apple and peach flavors in this spätlese. Dusty minerals add some complexity to the mid-palate.",Piesporter Michelsberg Spätlese,12,84,Mosel,,,St. Christopher 2011 Piesporter Michelsberg Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-christopher-2011-piesporter-michelsberg-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,St. Christopher 14.5,Red,US,"Based on Grenache and Syrah, this is an easy, everyday sort of red wine. It's softly tannic, with a gentle mouthfeel that carries cherry jam, sweet cured tobacco and oak flavors.",Cuvée de Robles,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2012 Cuvée de Robles Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2012-cuvee-robles-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2012,Robert Hall 13.5,Red,US,"There's a sweet cherry and licorice flavor that makes this soft, direct Merlot taste candied. That sweetness lasts all the way through a sugary finish. Drink up.",,36,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tedeschi 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tedeschi-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Tedeschi 14.5,Red,US,"This is a sound Pinot for everyday drinking. It brings some structural finesse to fairly simple sour cherry candy and cola flavors. There's a touch of green veggies that limits enjoyment, though.",,24,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Simi 12.5,White,Chile,"Powdery aromas of bath soap are more generic than varietal. The mouthfeel is a touch gritty, while flavors include sulfur, bitterness, pithy white fruits and citrus. An almond-skin bitterness and a chalky feel define the finish.",,9,84,Central Valley,,,Lazo 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lazo-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Lazo 13.5,Dessert,US,"Dusty mineral notes add an earthy tone to sweet honeydew and tangerine. Thick, rich and creamy on the palate, it's balanced by a burst of lemony acidity and zesty spice on the finish.",Ice,25,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2012 Ice Vidal Blanc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2012-ice-other-white-vidal-blanc-finger-lakes/,Vidal Blanc,2012,Wagner 13.5,Red,Mexico,"This rusty looking, aged Cabernet Sauvignon displays mature, cooked aromas of prune, raisin and not much else. The mouthfeel is dry and astringent, while flavors of burnt brown sugar, stewed berry and turned earth finish quick, without any backup.",Private Reserve Barrel Aged,20,84,Valle de Guadalupe,,,L.A. Cetto 2005 Private Reserve Barrel Aged Cabernet Sauvignon (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cetto-2005-private-reserve-barrel-aged-cabernet-sauvignon-valle-guadalupe/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,L.A. Cetto 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Made from Chardonnay grown in the Russian River Valley and Clarksburg region of the Sacramento Delta, this bright, clean wine has orange and pineapple flavors, with a yeasty influence and a honeyed finish.",Chardonnay,14,84,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Chardonnay Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-chardonnay-sparkling-california-180046/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel 13,Red,Uruguay,"While this smells a bit rough and herbal, it's more generous than the winery's varietal Tannat. This Merlot has some of the same scratchy qualities of the Tannat, but it shows more body and richness as well as riper black-fruit flavors.",Premium Varietal,16,84,Canelones,,,Marichal 2011 Premium Varietal Merlot (Canelones),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marichal-2011-premium-varietal-merlot-canelones/,Merlot,2011,Marichal 14.3,Rose,US,"Heavy and sweet in cherry and blackberry flavors, this blush wine shows why Cabernet Sauvignon is a challenging variety for rosé. While it's a sound wine, it lacks vivacity.",Rosé of,25,84,California,Napa,Rutherford,Keating 2012 Rosé of Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keating-2012-rose-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Keating 10,White,Portugal,"This is a bright, frothy, light Vinho Verde that is very crisp and soft. A perfumed wine that demands to be drunk as a fresh, it has ample acidity and just a touch of sweetness. Screwcap.",Twin Vines,8,84,Vinho Verde,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2012 Twin Vines White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2012-twin-vines-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,José Maria da Fonseca 13.5,Red,US,"Not much going on with this simple but drinkable Pinot Noir. It's light in body and softly crisp, with slightly sweet cherry pie and sweet oak flavors.",Falcon's Perch,17,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,J. Lohr 2011 Falcon's Perch Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2011-falcons-perch-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,J. Lohr 13.5,White,US,"This Sauvignon Blanc tastes is off-dry in style. It's also a little one-dimensional, with Meyer-lemon and yellow apricot flavors that are fortunately brightened with crisp acidity.",,15,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Adler Fels 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adler-fels-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Adler Fels 18.5,Dessert,US,"Few wineries make a dessert Pinot Noir, but here's Furthermore. The wine shows ripe raspberry and cherry flavors that are jammy sweet and softly simple.",Late Harvest,25,84,California,California Other,California,Furthermore 2010 Late Harvest Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/furthermore-2010-late-harvest-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Furthermore 12.5,White,Portugal,"A light and soft wine, this is fruity, with gentle acidity. Apples and lemon juice flavors complement each other to give a bright and fresh aftertaste. Screwcap.",Casa do Lago Branco,9,84,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2012 Casa do Lago Branco White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2012-casa-lago-branco-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2012,DFJ Vinhos 13.5,Red,France,"Very soft and gently fruity, this is a rather muffled wine, its structure and fruitiness at a distance from a dry core of tannins. It's a wine that will develop quickly so drink from 2014.",Fleur de Roc,,84,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Cheval Quancard 2011 Fleur de Roc (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheval-quancard-2011-fleur-roc-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Cheval Quancard 9.5,White,Portugal,"A fizzy, bubbly wine that is off-dry, very refreshing and fragrant. Soft flavors of apple, grape and even a touch of honey make this a wine that will slip down easy, especially as an apéritif.",Salsus,9,85,Vinho Verde,,,Wines & Winemakers 2012 Salsus White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2012-salsus-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Wines & Winemakers 13.5,White,Chile,"Pear and apple aromas open this unoaked Chardonnay. In the mouth, there's not a lot going on except for acidity, and the flavors are mostly neutral save for some tropical fruit. A lively feeling finish closes out what amounts to a fresh but basic wine.",Select Terroir Unoaked,10,85,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2012 Select Terroir Unoaked Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2012-select-terroir-unoaked-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Santa Ema 12.2,White,US,"A wine of intense acidity, this Verdejo, usually native to Spain, is sourced from relatively cool Clarksburg and has a salty, herbal quality to it, more fennel and cedar than tropical fruit, and a light, woody finish.",Heringer-Holland Vineyard,19,85,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Riaza 2012 Heringer-Holland Vineyard Verdejo (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riaza-2012-heringer-holland-vineyard-spanish-white-verdejo-central-valley-clarksburg/,Verdejo,2012,Riaza 13,White,Portugal,"Lightly perfumed, this is an attractive, creamy textured and fruity wine with subtle edginess. It has apricot and mango flavors, shot through with lime acidity and a delicate floral character. Drink now.",,15,85,Tejo,,,Quinta da Alorna 2012 Verdelho (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-alorna-2012-spanish-white-verdelho-tejo/,Verdelho,2012,Quinta da Alorna 13.5,Red,US,Sweet black raspberry and cherry fruit marks this likeable Cab. It has a soft mellowness that makes it easy to drink now.,,13,85,California,California Other,California,Pennywise 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pennywise-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Pennywise 13.5,Red,US,"This Merlot is soft, sweet in fruit and oak, and ultimately simple. But with cherry, mocha and licorice flavors, it's pleasant to drink, as long as your expectations aren't too high.",,13,85,California,California Other,California,Pennywise 2010 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pennywise-2010-merlot-other/,Merlot,2010,Pennywise 13,Red,France,"This is an earthy wine that shows a rustic character. Still youthful, its fruit is obscured behind a dry, tannic, burnt-toast character. There is a future for this wine, as it should integrate with age, so don't try to drink until 2016.",La Brigadière Vieilles Vignes,27,85,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Château Philippe-le-Hardi 2012 La Brigadière Vieilles Vignes (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-philippe-le-hardi-2012-brigadiere-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2012,Château Philippe-le-Hardi 13,Rose,France,"A fruity, strawberry-flavored wine, with crisp acidity to balance the ripe fruit. It's a clean and refreshing rosé, ready to drink now.",,10,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Rosé,,Château de Cornemps 2012 Rosé (Bordeaux Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cornemps-2012-rose-rose/,Rosé,2012,Château de Cornemps 14,Red,Portugal,"This is a smooth, rich and rounded wine. It is full of blackberry fruits, sweet tannins and spices. Bold flavors are right up front, solid and chunky. Drink now and until 2018. Screwcap.",Cape Roca Fisherman,12,85,Tejo,,,Casca Wines 2011 Cape Roca Fisherman Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2011-cape-roca-fisherman-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2011,Casca Wines 10.7,White,US,"About the same alcohol as a beer (10.7%), Damas's Chenin could use a little more meat on its bones, although it's undoubtably an easy quaff, with ripe tropical papaya and pineapple jumping to the fore before a sweet-vanilla finish at the end.",Herzog Vineyard,15,85,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Damas 2012 Herzog Vineyard Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damas-2012-herzog-vineyard-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,2012,Damas 13.5,Red,US,"This Pinot is pretty darned good for the price. It's voluptuous in sweetly ripe raspberries, cherries and brown sugar, but has a good spine of acidity for balance. With production of 80,000 cases, it's a fine example of the art of blending.",California Cuvée,11,85,California,California Other,California,Castle Rock 2011 California Cuvée Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2011-california-cuvee-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Castle Rock 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This brut has a fragrance of liqueur and oak, which is also evident in the palate. In the mouth, it's lean and linear, lacking fruit flavors and richness.",Cru Perdu Brut,45,85,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Castello Bonomi NV Cru Perdu Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bonomi-nv-cru-perdu-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-179967/,Sparkling Blend,,Castello Bonomi 9.5,Sparkling,Portugal,"This wine, and its partner rosé, are Portugal's answer to Asti Spumante. It has the same lemon and honey character, very fresh and light in acidity. An attractive wine for apéritifs.",Plexus Frisante Branco,,85,Tejo,,,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo NV Plexus Frisante Branco Fernão Pires (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-cartaxo-nv-plexus-frisante-branco-portuguese-white-fernao-pires-tejo/,Fernão Pires,,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 13.5,Red,US,"With a light, silky mouthfeel and easy flavors of red currants, spicy plum sauce and cola, this Syrah provides nice drinking now. It's a good, elegant wine, and the winery hasn't raised the price in many years.",South Ridge,15,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2011 South Ridge Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2011-south-ridge-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2011,J. Lohr 12.6,Red,US,"This is the first release for the Four Brothers designation. Tastes of brown sugar flavors filling in around a thin core of barely ripe fruit. The sweet impression returns in the finish, this time with a lick of maple syrup.",Four Brothers,38,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,LaVelle 2011 Four Brothers Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavelle-2011-four-brothers-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,LaVelle 14,Red,Portugal,"This is a full-bodied and very ripe wine. It is dry, but has layers of sweet fruits, gentle tannins and suggestions of the wood aging. With spice, some herbal character and great fruitiness, it's ready to drink.",Toutalga Tinto,5,85,Alentejano,,,Herdade dos Machados 2011 Toutalga Tinto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-machados-2011-toutalga-tinto-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2011,Herdade dos Machados 13.2,Dessert,US,"Bright lemon, tangerine and white-floral notes are countered by whiffs of spice and earth on this robust, yet structured, ice wine. The mouthfeel is rich and lush, but brightened by clean, focused acidity and a hint of bitter grape tannin on the finish.",Ice,25,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2012 Ice Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2012-ice-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2012,Wagner 14.5,White,Chile,"Toasty aromas announce a strong barrel influence, but otherwise there's not much going on. In the mouth, this is plump and soft, with moderate acidity. Flavors of baked apple are heavy, warm and finish resiny, with a leftover note of tropical fruits including melon.",Gran Reserva,14,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Viu Manent 2012 Gran Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2012-gran-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Viu Manent 13.9,White,US,"This Chardonnay has fine acidity and even some minerality giving a bracing edge to ripe tropical fruit, peach and citrus flavors. It's heavily oaked, though, and has a soft ripeness that makes the wine almost off dry.",,19,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Black Stallion 2011 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-stallion-2011-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Black Stallion 13.5,Red,France,"A ripe, juicy wine that is full of fresh black currant and berry fruits. It shows off the freshness of the vintage well, bringing a bright texture, soft tannins and a structure that is well integrated. Drink now.",,,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Montet 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montet-2011-merlot-bordeaux/,Merlot,2011,Château Montet 14,Red,US,"You'll find savory blackberry, cherry, currant and cola flavors in this dry blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, as well as smoky, oaky notes. The problem is excessive softness. There's no proper structure, so it all collapses in mid-palate.",Cheval Rouge,30,85,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Boëté 2009 Cheval Rouge Red (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boete-2009-cheval-rouge-red-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Boëté 15,Red,US,"At the age of seven-plus years, this 100% Cabernet is at the peak of its drinkability. It's dry and medium-bodied, and the blackberry and cherry fruit is drying out and turning leathery, with high alcohol poking through.",Saunders Vineyard,36,85,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Boëté 2006 Saunders Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boete-2006-saunders-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Boëté 12,White,France,"A very herbaceous, fish-friendly wine that wins with its lemon and pink grapefruit flavors. It's aromatic and light, with the fruitiness right up front. Screwcap.",The Pairing Collection Salmon & Trout,8,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Barton & Guestier 2012 The Pairing Collection Salmon & Trout (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2012-pairing-collection-salmon-trout-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Barton & Guestier 13.5,White,Portugal,"Arinto is planted widely in the western Portuguese vineyards. It produces crisp, fruity and immediately drinkable wines—bright, breezy and citrus driven. Acidity makes it refreshing, ending with a light, fresh finish.",,15,85,Tejo,,,Quinta da Alorna 2012 Arinto (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-alorna-2012-portuguese-white-arinto-tejo/,Arinto,2012,Quinta da Alorna 12.5,White,Chile,"Varietally familiar aromas of petrol and white fruits set up a tight, acidic palate with lemon-lime and nectarine flavors. On the finish, this tastes pithy and loses clarity and zest as it winds down.",,13,85,Maule Valley,,,Meli 2012 Riesling (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meli-2012-riesling-maule-valley/,Riesling,2012,Meli 13,White,Chile,"Tropical aromas of lychee and pineapple come with blocky, pithy citrus notes. The palate follows that lead with body weight and power; flavors of green fruits fold in a touch of nettle and funk, while the finish is medium in length but doesn't bring anything new to the table.",Santa Digna Reserva,14,85,Central Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2012 Santa Digna Reserva Gewürztraminer (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2012-santa-digna-reserva-gewurztraminer-central-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Miguel Torres 13.7,Red,US,"At two years of age, this Cabernet is ready to drink now. It's bone dry, full-bodied and tannic, with blackberry, cherry and currant flavors.",,25,85,California,Napa,Napa County,Oberon 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oberon-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Oberon 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a fruity, fresh, forward wine that has delicious red berry fruitiness and soft tannins. It's bright and smooth, the structure just lightly supporting the fruit. It's ready to drink.",Xairel,5,85,Tejo,,,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 2012 Xairel Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-cartaxo-2012-xairel-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2012,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 12.5,Rose,France,"The Negrette is the grape of Fronton (an area near the city of Toulouse), which is known as the rose-colored city because of its local bricks. This rosé is ripe and full in style, with a touch of caramel and a fresh strawberry acidity. It's ready to drink now.",Villa la Vie en Rose,,85,France Other,Vin de France,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2012 Villa la Vie en Rose Negrette (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2012-villa-vie-en-rose-other-red-negrette-vin/,Negrette,2012,Lionel Osmin & Cie 12,Sparkling,US,"A little sweet, a little scoury, but at this price,a good bargain. It's a refreshingly clean, crisp bubbly with raspberry, lime and sourdough flavors. The blend is Pinot Noir, Gamay, Sangiovese and Zinfandel.",Blanc de Noirs,14,85,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-blanc-de-noirs-sparkling-california-180049/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a really fruity rosé that is full of red-berry fruits and bright acidity. Crisp on the palate with tart red-currant flavors, there's a tightness in acidity that could benefit with more integration. Let the bottle settle a few months before opening.",Grand Cru Brut Rosé,,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Henriet-Bazin NV Grand Cru Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henriet-bazin-nv-grand-cru-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Henriet-Bazin 13.6,Red,US,"This Pinot is crisp and delicately structured, with a silky texture. But the cola, raspberry and red currant flavors are thin, leading to a fast finish. Drink now.",Estate Grown,28,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Riverbench 2011 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverbench-2011-estate-grown-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Riverbench 14.5,Red,Italy,"This wine is already evolved, with aromas of overripe black fruit, raisin, prune, oak and espresso. The dense palate shows blackberry extract layered with chocolate and oak but it lacks freshness.",Riserva,26,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Renieri 2009 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2009-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Renieri 13,Red,France,"Red berry and cherry flavors mark this bright, juicy wine. Soft tannins and a firmer extract show on the midpalate, along with vivid acidity on the finish. Drink in six months.",Grande QV,16,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne Gamay,,Vignerons de Bel Air 2012 Grande QV (Bourgogne Gamay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-bel-air-2012-grande-qv-gamay-bourgogne-gamay/,Gamay,2012,Vignerons de Bel Air 13.5,White,Chile,Resiny oak scents on top of standard apple and pear aromas describe the bouquet on this solid but woody Chardonnay. Oak-dominated flavors of pear and banana finish with medium acidity and lasting flavors of banana and wood resin.,Reserve,15,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Ema 2012 Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2012-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Santa Ema 13.4,Red,US,"Compared to the cool 2011 vintage, this Cabernet Sauvignon-centric blend comes off as quite herbaceous and leafy. Still, it's propelled by its elegance and silkiness in texture.",Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec-Merlot,27,85,Idaho,,,Cinder 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec-Merlot Red,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinder-2012-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-merlot-red-snake-river-valley/,Red Blend,2012,Cinder 13.5,Red,France,"Tannins and structure bring out the character of the 2010 vintage in this open, generally soft wine. It is already attractive, drinkable and fresh. Black currants dominate the natural fruitiness. Drink now.",Fleur de Roc,20,85,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Cheval Quancard 2010 Fleur de Roc (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheval-quancard-2010-fleur-roc-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Cheval Quancard 13,Red,France,"A branded Bordeaux, this shows the structure of the vintage while also being accessible and ready to drink now. It is dominated by Merlot which gives ripe berry fruits and a full, soft structure. Drink now and until 2018. Screwcap.",Chai de Bordes,12,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Cheval Quancard 2010 Chai de Bordes (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheval-quancard-2010-chai-bordes-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Cheval Quancard 13.5,Red,France,"A ripe, very smooth second wine of Château Siaurac, rich while still full of fresh fruit that already shows elegance and a light touch. The wine is likely to age well and soon, so drink from 2015.",Plaisir de Siaurac,12,85,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château Siaurac 2011 Plaisir de Siaurac (Lalande de Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-siaurac-2011-plaisir-merlot-lalande-pomerol/,Merlot,2011,Château Siaurac 13,White,France,"Lightly smoky, this is an attractive, simple and fruity Chablis. It has apple and pear flavors balanced with soft acidity. Smooth and round, it's a wine for medium-term aging, so drink now–2018.",,27,85,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine L. Chatelain 2012 Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-l-chatelain-2012-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2012,Domaine L. Chatelain 13.2,White,US,"If this Sauvignon Blanc were drier, the score would soar. It's brilliantly crisp with acidity and clean, with blood orange, pineapple, gooseberry and lime flavors. It's intensely minerally, but distinctly lush and ripe, which limits its versatility with food.",,22,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Curtis 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Curtis 15.5,Red,US,"This is a very high alcohol wine, porty and fruity-sweet on the finish, with raisin, milk chocolate, caramel and mulberry flavors. It's made in a certain old-fashioned Paso style that calls for barbecue and a designated driver.",Pure,42,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Croad 2009 Pure Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croad-2009-pure-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2009,Croad 14,Red,Chile,"This wine from Marchigue in Colchagua smells a bit stewed and herbal. The palate is forward and grabby feeling but there isn't a lot of structure or commitment. Sweet, baked flavors of black fruits finish mossy and herbal, with weight and heat.",Serie Riberas Gran Reserva Ribera del Tingurrica,18,85,Marchigue,,,Concha y Toro 2011 Serie Riberas Gran Reserva Ribera del Tingurrica Cabernet Sauvignon (Marchigue),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2011-serie-riberas-gran-reserva-ribera-tingurrica-cabernet-sauvignon-marchigue/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Concha y Toro 12.5,White,Portugal,"Perhaps with a nod to the battlefields of the Napoleonic wars fought in this region north of Lisbon, this is a crisp, apple- and lime-flavored wine. It has bright acidity and a delicate texture, with notes of pear skin and grapefruit. Drink now.",Forgotten Field Branco,9,85,Lisboa,,,Companhia das Quintas 2012 Forgotten Field Branco White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2012-forgotten-field-branco-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2012,Companhia das Quintas 12.5,White,US,"This easy Pinot Grigio is marked by ripe orange, peach, tropical fruit and green apple flavors, brightened with crisp, mouthwatering acidity. Moderate in alcohol, it's a versatile, lush white wine to drink now.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Coastline 2012 Pinot Grigio (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastline-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Coastline 14,Red,Portugal,A soft and spicy wine that has firm tannins and ample plum fruit notes. Balanced acidity gives this accessible wine a sense of freshness as well as weight. Drink now.,,21,85,Douro,,,Delaforce 2011 Touriga Nacional (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delaforce-2011-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-douro/,Touriga Nacional,2011,Delaforce 13,Red,France,"A forward, fruity red, coming through strongly on black currant, red fruits and soft tannins. It shows its wood aging easily, leaving an aftertaste that has light acidity. Drink now and until 2019.",,13,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Exem 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/exem-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Exem 14.5,Red,US,"A powerful Cabernet rich in black fruit, cinnamon and a backbone of mild tannin, Freakshow is robust and grippy, the finish showy in vanilla and smoky oak.",Freakshow,20,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Michael David 2011 Freakshow Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-david-2011-freakshow-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Michael David 13.5,Red,US,"This easy-drinking Pinot Noir offers layers of softened cola, pomegranates, red licorice and pepper, wrapped into supple tannins. It's ready to drink now with everything from tuna tartare to roasted salmon and grilled burgers.",,28,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lola 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lola-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Lola 14.3,Red,US,"An open-book Cabernet medium in tannin structure and expressive in plum, blackberry and tobacco. Juicy with a rustic edge.",Penn Valley Vineyards,26,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Loken Cellars 2010 Penn Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loken-cellars-2010-penn-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Loken Cellars 14.2,Red,US,"MacRostie's Wildcat Mountain Pinot is always an interesting wine, but it's vintage-driven, and this 2010 shows challenges. There's a vegetal, mushroomy streak to the raspberry fruit that makes the palate recoil. Compared to the lush 2009, it's a disappointment.",Wildcat Mountain Vineyard,40,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacRostie 2010 Wildcat Mountain Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2010-wildcat-mountain-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,MacRostie 13.5,Red,US,"Robust and full-bodied, this wine shows Petite Sirah's black currant and pepper flavors in a softly tannic way that makes it fully drinkable now. It's great with barbecue and stews.",,13,85,California,California Other,California,Pennywise 2011 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pennywise-2011-petite-sirah-california-181105/,Petite Sirah,2011,Pennywise 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A ripe, juicy and fruity wine that has attractive black currant aromas, lively acidity on the palate and a light, bright feel. With open berry fruits, this wine is ready to drink.",Quinta do Alqueve Tradicional,10,85,Tejo,,,Pinhal da Torre 2010 Quinta do Alqueve Tradicional Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinhal-torre-2010-quinta-alqueve-tradicional-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Pinhal da Torre 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This rosé has aromas of toast and walnut. It's bitter and dry, and lacks the fruit richness to balance its lean and astringent sensations.",Rosé,46,85,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Lantieri de Paratico NV Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantieri-paratico-nv-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Lantieri de Paratico 12,Rose,Portugal,"This is a light and fresh rosé that's deliciously full of raspberry aroma and flavor. It has all the fruitiness you could want in a rosé, dry but with a softer edge. Drink as an apéritif. Screwcap.",Periquita,11,85,Península de Setúbal,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2012 Periquita Rosé (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2012-periquita-rose-peninsula-setubal/,Rosé,2012,José Maria da Fonseca 13,Red,US,"Quite tart, with cranberry and rhubarb fruit flavors, this tightly-wound wine also carries a hint of band-aid. Decanting and/or aggressive aeration is recommended.",,17,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Kings Ridge 2011 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kings-ridge-2011-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Kings Ridge 13.5,White,France,"This is an aromatic wine, with confectionary and fresh fruit notes. This wine's crisp acidity makes it easy to drink now. Screwcap.",Sanglier Blanc,14,85,Provence,Vin de Pays Var,,Château Routas 2011 Sanglier Blanc Viognier-Chardonnay (Vin de Pays Var),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-routas-2011-sanglier-blanc-white-blend-viognier-chardonnay-vin-pays-var/,Viognier-Chardonnay,2011,Château Routas 13,Rose,US,There's a distinct sugariness to this blend of Syrah and Pinot Meunier that gives it a raspberry and nougat ripeness. Crisp acidity provides fortunate balance.,,27,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Envolve 2012 Rosé (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envolve-2012-rose-sonoma-county/,Rosé,2012,Envolve 19,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A simple fruity and ripe Port that is full of berry flavor and soft tannins. Acidity and some fruit stalkiness add their balance to the mix, with some rich fruitiness that stays through the finish.",Tellu's Ruby,,85,Port,,,Caves Vale do Rodo NV Tellu's Ruby (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-vale-rodo-nv-tellus-ruby-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Caves Vale do Rodo 12.5,White,France,"Ripe and creamy, this is an attractive wine that has forward apple, lemon and green-plum flavors. It's a lightly textured, vanilla-touched wine that can be drunk now.",Grande QV,15,85,Burgundy,Coteaux Bourguignons,,Vignerons de Bel Air 2012 Grande QV (Coteaux Bourguignons),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-bel-air-2012-grande-qv-chardonnay-coteaux-bourguignons/,Chardonnay,2012,Vignerons de Bel Air 11,White,Portugal,"Fruity and light, this is a Vinho Verde that is on the light, sweet side. It has ample acidity to go with the sherbet flavor. This ready to drink wine would be a good apéritif.",Pavão Branco,,85,Vinho Verde,,,Vercoope 2012 Pavão Branco White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vercoope-2012-pavao-branco-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Vercoope 13,Red,Portugal,"This is a soft, rounded and fruity wine that is already ready to drink. It has dark berry notes, spicy accents and a strong layer of acidity to keep it fresh. Tannins show through gently, softly, just enough to give the wine structure. Drink now and until 2018.",Casa do Lago Tinto,9,85,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2010 Casa do Lago Tinto Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2010-casa-lago-tinto-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-cabernet-sauvignon-lisboa/,Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,DFJ Vinhos 13,Rose,France,"This wine is soft and ripe with a generous palate of wild-strawberry flavor, but a balancing act of acidity lends elegance. It's fruity but finishes crisp and dry.",Passion Légère,16,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Bernard Magrez 2012 Passion Légère Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-magrez-2012-passion-legere-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Bernard Magrez 13.8,White,US,"Standard Napa Valley Chardonnay, with citrus, peach and herb flavors, enriched with all the bells and whistles of oak, malolactic fermentation and lees aging, and balanced with brisk, lemony acidity.",Estate Bottled,34,85,California,Napa,Yountville,Bell 2012 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2012-estate-bottled-chardonnay-napa-yountville/,Chardonnay,2012,Bell 12,White,France,"A bright, citrus flavored wine thart is very crisp and fruity. There is a wonderful shock of acidity that brings out freshness and the herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc flavors. Drink now.",L'Orangerie de Carignan,,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Carignan 2012 L'Orangerie de Carignan (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carignan-2012-lorangerie-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Carignan 14,Red,France,"Dark and weighty, this is a dense wine, very firm in its tannins as well as bringing out rich blackberry fruits. The wood shows through strongly, while there is a pepper edge from the high alcohol.",L'Orangerie de Carignan,,85,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Carignan 2011 L'Orangerie de Carignan (Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carignan-2011-lorangerie-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Carignan 13.5,Red,France,"A tight, stalky wine, showing black currant and dark plum fruits, intense acidity and a dry, tannic character. It feels light, without great density, very up front and fruity.",,12,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Cornemps 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cornemps-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de Cornemps 13,Red,France,"There seems to be too much wood here which is smothering the fruit. Given that, the wine does have weight and as the wood softens, the juicy fruit flavors should come through. Wait to drink until 2016. But it will always be austere.",,19,85,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château la Croix Margautot 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croix-margautot-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Croix Margautot 13,Red,France,"From the far east of the Bordeaux vineyards, this is a soft wine that is already drinkable. It has red berry fruits, fresh acidity and a lightly tannic structure. Drink now and until 2016.",,12,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château La Barotte 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-barotte-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château La Barotte 13.5,Red,US,"Zesty Monterey acidity gives life to this Pinot and lifts it above being a mere candy bar. Yes, it's sweetish and direct in cherries, raspberries and cola, but that tang makes it easy to enjoy.",,14,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Castle Rock 2010 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2010-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Castle Rock 12,Sparkling,France,"A pale onion-skin color sets the stage for this light, fresh and fruity wine. It has red-fruit flavors, lively acidity and a soft, ready-to-drink character. Refreshing without great depths.",Authentique Brut Rosé,,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Canard-Duchêne NV Authentique Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canard-duchene-nv-authentique-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Canard-Duchêne 13.5,Red,Chile,"Meaty, tarry aromas get reduced to simple darkness and shoe polish as this Merlot opens. A full-bodied palate is home to oaky, minty, chocolaty flavors of generic berry and herbal flavors. A crisp finish is nothing but ordinary.",Reserva Estate Grown,11,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2011 Reserva Estate Grown Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2011-reserva-estate-grown-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2011,Caliterra 13,White,Italy,"This pleasant Gavi has a delicate fragrance of white spring flowers and flavors that recall pear, green apple and citrus. Its crisp acidity leaves the palate feeling clean and refreshed, making it an ideal apéritif.",Il Doge,12,85,Piedmont,Cortese di Gavi,,Broglia 2011 Il Doge (Cortese di Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broglia-2011-il-doge-italian-white-cortese-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2011,Broglia 13.5,Red,Chile,"Herbal aromas of olive and sweaty leather require patience. In the mouth, this is firm and acidic, with a spiky feel and peppery flavors of mint and spice that outmuscle the wine's fruit component. A dry, acid-driven finish is the close.",Reserva,15,85,Maipo Valley,,,Casa Rivas 2011 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-rivas-2011-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Casa Rivas 13,Red,Portugal,"This is a soft, fruity wine that shows sweet berry aromas and gentle tannins to taste. The Trincadeira gives delicious juiciness and ripe, generous flavors. The wine is ready to drink now.",Vinhas Velhas,16,85,Tejo,,,Casa Cadaval 2009 Vinhas Velhas Trincadeira (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-cadaval-2009-vinhas-velhas-portuguese-red-trincadeira-tejo/,Trincadeira,2009,Casa Cadaval 13,White,US,"This Riesling is distinctly off-dry. It's rich with sugary orange and lime jam, white flower and mineral flavors, with the brisk acidity associated with the Arroyo Seco region. Easy to drink now.",Liberated,16,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Carmel Road 2012 Liberated Riesling (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-road-2012-liberated-riesling-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Riesling,2012,Carmel Road 12.5,White,Portugal,"This is a light, fresh and crisply fruity wine. It is dominated by lime and ripe lemon flavors that come from the bright blend of Fernão Pires and Arinto. Not a wine for aging, so drink now.",Samora Branco,13,85,Tejo,,,Wines & Winemakers 2012 Samora Branco White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2012-samora-branco-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2012,Wines & Winemakers 12.5,White,Portugal,"This is an intensely fruity wine that is lemon scented, crisp and very fresh. It has a strong citrus flavor, with touches of orange zest and red apples. Not for aging, this light, bright wine is ready to drink now.",Companhia das Lezírias Catapereiro Branco,12,85,Tejo,,,Wines & Winemakers 2012 Companhia das Lezírias Catapereiro Branco White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2012-companhia-das-lezirias-catapereiro-branco-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2012,Wines & Winemakers 14,Red,Portugal,"On the nose, this is rough and rustic. If the palate is less obviously barnyard, it still carries something of that character, with blackberry and wood flavors along with spicy accents. The wine is still young, so the rough edges could smooth out. Drink from 2015.",Andreza Reserva,18,85,Douro,,,Wines & Winemakers 2011 Andreza Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2011-andreza-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2011,Wines & Winemakers 12.5,White,US,"There's a sugary taste to this blend of French Columbard and Muscat that makes it pretty much a dessert wine. The orange, honeysuckle and white peach flavors are balanced with a crisp streak of green apple acidity.",Inspiration,13,85,California,California Other,California,HandCraft 2012 Inspiration White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handcraft-2012-inspiration-white-other/,White Blend,2012,HandCraft 13.4,White,US,"This California Vermentino starts on a sour tone, its acidity turned way up, before veering into a more comfortable world of lemon, lime and herbal grapefruit. Drink young and fresh.",,20,85,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,Eclectic 2012 Vermentino (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eclectic-2012-italian-white-vermentino-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Vermentino,2012,Eclectic 12.5,White,France,"Pascal Bouchard's entry-level Chablis is a wine that is tank fermented, preserving its great fruitiness. The wine is certainly full of lemon, pear and orange-zest flavors. With its forward fruitiness it can be drunk now, but should hold well through 2019.",Le Classique,,85,Burgundy,Chablis,,Pascal Bouchard 2012 Le Classique (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-bouchard-2012-le-classique-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2012,Pascal Bouchard 13.5,Rose,US,"The pale, pretty salmon-pink color suggests this wine's delicacy of mouthfeel. It's nice and light, with raspberry, strawberry and vanilla flavors, but turns too sugary sweet on the finish for true balance.",Syrah,22,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Black Stallion 2012 Syrah Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-stallion-2012-syrah-rose-napa-valley/,Rosé,2012,Black Stallion 14.5,Red,US,"Made in a soft, sweet style, this Zin has raspberry and cherry pie flavors. It's classic Dry Creek Zin in its own way, with a hearty rusticity that calls for barbecue, roasted chicken, pasta with lots of marinara sauce and cheese.",Old Vine Olive Block,38,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Saini 2011 Old Vine Olive Block Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saini-2011-old-vine-olive-block-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Saini 13.9,White,US,"This is a little on the watery side, with thinned-down flavors of oranges, limes, gooseberries and honey. It's also rich with honey, but there's good balancing acidity.",,21,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Rutherford Hill 13.7,Red,US,Barrel notes of butterscotch and char are at the fore followed by cherry and herbs that lean into the green. The style is light and elegant with a firm scaffolding of tannins.,,26,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Spangler 2010 Cabernet Franc (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spangler-2010-cabernet-franc-southern/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Spangler 13,Rose,Portugal,"A bright pink color from the Touriga Nacional in the wine, this shows a fruity, lightly tannic character. It has red fruit notes, soft acidity and a touch of sweetness at the end.",,12,84,Tejo,,,Quinta da Alorna 2012 Rosé (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-alorna-2012-rose-tejo/,Rosé,2012,Quinta da Alorna 11,Dessert,US,"Cabernet Franc lends characteristic bramble and spice notes to flavors of preserved plum on this lush, fruity iced wine. It's lusciously sweet with a soft tangerine acidity.",Iced,25,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lucas Vineyards 2012 Iced Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-2012-iced-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2012,Lucas Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"This simple, sweet Syrah will appeal to plenty of people for its fruit-forward raspberry and cherry flavors. It's softly tannic, and ready to drink now.",Estate Vineyards,26,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lucas & Lewellen 2010 Estate Vineyards Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-lewellen-2010-estate-vineyards-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,Lucas & Lewellen 14.1,White,US,"A green streak of peppercorn and asparagus is prominent on this otherwise fine Chardonnay. It's dry, crisp and shows some good tropical fruit flavors, but that unripe streak persists through the finish.",Hyde Vineyard,60,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,HdV 2009 Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hdv-2009-hyde-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,HdV 13.9,Red,US,"With a soft mouthfeel and sugary sweet raspberry, cherry, cola and vanilla flavors, this is a pretty simple Pinot Noir. If you're new to the variety, it's a good introduction to Pinot's silky allure.",Paragon,20,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Edna Valley Vineyard 2011 Paragon Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-2011-paragon-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Edna Valley Vineyard 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Sangiovese shows aromas of oak in the forefront, with whiffs of dark fruit and tobacco leaf in the background. The palate is overpowered by raw oak, overwhelming the fruit flavors.",,45,84,Tuscany,Val di Cornia Suvereto,,Gualdo del Re 2009 Sangiovese (Val di Cornia Suvereto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gualdo-re-2009-sangiovese-val-cornia-suvereto/,Sangiovese,2009,Gualdo del Re 7.5,White,Germany,"Candlewax and lanolin lend an oily, mineral tone to intensely ripe apple and pear flavors in this wine. It's brisk with acidity and finishes moderately long, on a savory dried-herb note.",Spätlese,16,84,Mosel,,,Villa Riesling 2010 Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-riesling-2010-spatlese-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Villa Riesling 14,Red,Portugal,"Strange herbal aromas mar this wine that does have some attractive fruitiness. Its tannins show promising structure, giving shape to the bell pepper and black currant fruit. Not a wine for aging.",Bridão,12,84,Tejo,,,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 2009 Bridão Touriga Nacional (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-do-cartaxo-2009-bridao-red-tejo-180700/,Touriga Nacional,2009,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 12.5,Rose,Portugal,"Made entirely from Touriga Nacional, this is a fruity, red-berry-flavored wine. It has crispness, fresh acidity and hints of apple skin that lend texture. Screwcap.",Casa do Lago,9,84,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2012 Casa do Lago Rosé (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2012-casa-lago-rose-lisboa/,Rosé,2012,DFJ Vinhos 12.5,Red,France,"This is a wood-laden wine that shows more spice than fruit. It has a bitter edge, and heavy toast notes that mask the red cherry flavors. Maybe in a year it will soften to yield a more rounded, less extracted character.",Grande QV,12,84,Burgundy,Coteaux Bourguignons,,Vignerons de Bel Air 2012 Grande QV (Coteaux Bourguignons),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-bel-air-2012-grande-qv-gamay-coteaux-bourguignons/,Gamay,2012,Vignerons de Bel Air 13.5,Red,US,"The cool vintage took its toll on this Pinot Noir. It has off-aromas and flavors that suggest barely-ripened, green strawberries, raw mushrooms and some vegetal notes.",Reserve,19,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,One Hope 2011 Reserve Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/one-hope-2011-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,One Hope 14,White,US,"This white traditional to Spain is finding pockets of homes in California. This one tends more to the full bodied side of things, falling a bit flat with a taste of butter betwixt a subtle core of apple and melon.",Dragone Vineyard,18,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Calavera Wines 2012 Dragone Vineyard Albariño (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calavera-wines-2012-dragone-vineyard-albarino-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Albariño,2012,Calavera Wines 10.5,White,Mexico,Honey on the nose and palate is the most distinguished component of this otherwise generic white wine that runs sweet and basic. Mild additional notes of melon and mango don't improve the overall take-away.,Estate Bottled,11,82,Valle de Guadalupe,,,L.A. Cetto 2011 Estate Bottled Chenin Blanc (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cetto-2011-estate-bottled-chenin-blanc-valle-guadalupe/,Chenin Blanc,2011,L.A. Cetto 14.3,Red,US,"An awkward wine, whose blackberry flavors are marred by vegetal notes.",Estate Bottled,28,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Croad 2009 Estate Bottled Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croad-2009-estate-bottled-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2009,Croad 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A solid, ripe, fruity wine, rich in tannins that blend well into the texture. Black plum skins, damsons and berry fruit are all present, revealing the natural freshness of the vintage as well as great potential. A wine with a long life.",,,95,Port,,,Cálem 2011 Port,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calem-2011-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Cálem 14.1,Red,US,"This Perli is a gem, a gorgeous reminder that California Syrah can be a liquified representation of beauty. Carrying violet overtones, the wine offers just-picked raspberry and a pronounced entry of peppery spice. Soft it has a long finish and complex subtleties approaching magic. Sit this wine in your cellar if you dare—it's so good to drink now.",Perli Vineyard,38,95,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Donkey & Goat 2010 Perli Vineyard Syrah (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donkey-goat-2010-perli-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Syrah,2010,Donkey & Goat 15,Red,France,"This is a stunning selection, with layers of aromas and flavors that unfold with each passing moment. Concentrated primary notes of blackberry, plum and boysenberry lead, with accents of sweet spice, licorice, soft char, tobacco leaf and menthol following shortly after. The palate is intense and lush, with a full weight and a gripping, thick texture. Hints of oaky spice and cocoa powder linger through the endless finish. Delicious now, but should continue to develop well through 2018.",Le Clos des Fées,75,93,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Domaine du Clos des Fées 2008 Le Clos des Fées Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-clos-fees-2008-le-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine du Clos des Fées 14.8,Red,US,"Tasted in summer, 2013, this Cab was so tannic it was basically undrinkable. The astringency locks down the palate, but through it are faintly discernible notes of the wine's richness, in the form of incredibly concentrated blackberries, black currants, dark chocolate and smoky oak. Give this wine at least eight years in the cellar, and it should be providing plenty of delicious pleasure for an additional decade beyond that, if not even longer.",,70,94,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Robert Craig 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Robert Craig 14.5,Red,US,"Textbook Napa Petite Sirah—rich, smooth and insanely delicious. Chocolate blackberry jam, spiced plum pudding and toasty oak flavors, are wrapped into thick, velvety tannins. What a great summer barbecue wine, or with mid-winter short ribs of beef. Terrific now, and will age for a decade or more.",S&J Vineyard Reserve,65,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frank Family 2010 S&J Vineyard Reserve Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2010-s-j-vineyard-reserve-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2010,Frank Family 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Like almost every wine in Trapiche's single-vineyard Malbec series, Ambrosia is concentrated and deep, with potent aromas of wood smoke, lemon peel, blackberry and tar. This feels layered and plush, while flavors of wild berry, dark spices, coffee and mocha finish with a blast of chocolate and nutmeg. Drink through 2018.",Finca Ambrosia Terroir Series Single Vineyard,50,93,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2010 Finca Ambrosia Terroir Series Single Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2010-finca-ambrosia-terroir-series-single-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Trapiche 14.5,White,US,"This little gem is sourced entirely from the Klipsun Vineyard, and it's the sort of wine that will wake up the sleepiest palate. A mass of fig, honeycomb, lemon rind and pith, it has wonderful focus, balance, length and concentration.",Klipsun Vineyard,19,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,L'Ecole No. 41 2012 Klipsun Vineyard Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2012-klipsun-vineyard-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2012,L'Ecole No. 41 14.5,Red,US,"What stands out about Confluence most is its wealth of plush mushroom and woodsy earth accenting the otherwise rich, ripe, black cherry flavor. Powerful, it offers Anderson Valley's nuances, a dash of spice and bright acidity.",Confluence Vineyard,80,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Goldeneye 2010 Confluence Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldeneye-2010-confluence-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Goldeneye 14.4,Red,US,"Sourced from Klipsun and Ciel du Cheval, this includes 12% Cabernet Sauvignon in the mix. The lighter vintage brings out raspberry and pomegranate fruit flavors, and the wine has excellent focus and penetrating minerality. Still quite young, it will certainly benefit from further bottle age.",Ruckus,48,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Sparkman 2011 Ruckus Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2011-ruckus-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2011,Sparkman 14.5,Red,France,"This concentrated and lush wine opens with notes of black cherry and berry, with supporting accents of baking spice, toast and cigar tobacco. It's velvety and filling, but with good grip and a solid structure to keep the palate focused and centered. An herbal accent lingers through the finish; drink now-2018.",,45,92,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon,,Agly Brothers 2008 Red (Côtes du Roussillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agly-brothers-2008-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Agly Brothers 15.3,Red,US,"This is the first release from the newly-planted estate vineyard, located further up Red Mountain on rock-strewn soil. Resulting in juice remarkable for such young vines that's showing tight wild berry flavors and a firm base of mineral and chalk.",Collaboration Series Force Majeure Vineyard,75,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Force Majeure 2010 Collaboration Series Force Majeure Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/force-majeure-2010-collaboration-series-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Force Majeure 13.9,Red,US,"This is as pure as a wine can be—all Syrah from a single clone and single vineyard. Dark and sappy, it sends up whiffs of smoked meat and cassis, wrapping those flavors in streaks of fresh cut tobacco. Tannins are ripe and firm, with hints of black olive. The wine is well-built, balanced and lingers generously.",Les Gosses Vineyard,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Obelisco Estate 2010 Les Gosses Vineyard Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obelisco-estate-2010-gosses-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2010,Obelisco Estate 13,Red,France,"Dark colored, very concentrated wine from this small parcel within the Aux Perdrix Premier Cru. The wine has a fine juicy character from red berry fruits, packed with spice, soft toast flavors and a firmer inner core. It's for aging, a solid, foursquare wine. Drink from 2018.",Domaine des Perdrix Les 8 Ouvrées Premier Cru,130,91,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Domaine des Perdrix Les 8 Ouvrées Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-domaine-perdrix-8-ouvrees-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaines Devillard 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Beautifully perfumed, opulent and ripe. It has sweetness, berry and plum fruit and dense tannins. There is a hint of wood, along with a concentrated texture. This is an impressive wine with a long future.",Quinta do Grifo,,91,Port,,,Rozes 2011 Quinta do Grifo (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rozes-2011-quinta-grifo-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Rozes 14.1,White,US,"A blend of grapes from Klipsun, Spring Creek and Boushey, this new release of Pearl is as distinctive as the 2011, but offers somewhat different flavors. The precision and detail remain, with a powerful caraway note, like a sniff of fresh rye bread. It's firm, tart and penetrating, with excellent balance and length.",Pearl,22,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Sparkman 2012 Pearl Sauvignon Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2012-pearl-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Sparkman 13,Red,France,"An elegant, finely structured wine from parcels of premier cru vineyards. The wine is concentrated with tannins, dark plums and a solid, full character. The acidity that lies at the back of the palate complements the fruit and structure well. Age for 4–6 years.",Château de Rully Cuvée R. de Ternay Premier Cru,35,91,Burgundy,Rully,,Antonin Rodet 2010 Château de Rully Cuvée R. de Ternay Premier Cru (Rully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2010-chateau-rully-cuvee-r-ternay-premier-cru-pinot-noir-rully/,Pinot Noir,2010,Antonin Rodet 14.5,Red,Spain,"Despite showing rusticity and leather on the bouquet, this smells encouraging and improves with airing as spice and subtle berry aromas take over. A creamy, layered palate is home to cinnamon, dry spice, earth and leathery flavors in addition to tobacco and dried cherry. Residual oak and spice are driving the finish on this mature wine. Drink now through 2015.",Crianza,30,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baigorri 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baigorri-2007-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Baigorri 14.5,Red,US,"Notes of green olives and bacon give this Cabernet a funkiness that makes it distinct from most other Cabs. It's extraordinarily rich in blackberry, dark chocolate and plum flavors, and the tannins are as lush as anything out of Napa, but they're also too hard to fully enjoy now. Should gain in the bottle over the next 10–12 years.",Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard South,150,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Alpha Omega 2010 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard South Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-omega-2010-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-south-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Alpha Omega 13,Red,France,"Château de Rully is managed by Rodet. It has produced a firm, dark and smoky wine in 2010. It's firm, solid, with an earthy, undergrowth edge. At the same time, its weight and density promise some good aging over at least five years.",Château de Rully Cuvée R. de Ternay,28,91,Burgundy,Rully,,Antonin Rodet 2010 Château de Rully Cuvée R. de Ternay (Rully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2010-chateau-rully-cuvee-r-ternay-pinot-noir-rully/,Pinot Noir,2010,Antonin Rodet 13,Red,France,"Full, fat, ripe, perfumed wine that is full of rich red fruits, plums and strawberries. It also has a stylish structured with refined tannins as well as a dense texture. It's a wine for aging over at least 5–7 years.",Château de Mercey Premier Cru,35,91,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Antonin Rodet 2010 Château de Mercey Premier Cru (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2010-chateau-mercey-premier-cru-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2010,Antonin Rodet 13.2,Red,US,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (73%), Merlot (20%) and Cabernet Franc (7%) comes from vines at Champoux Vineyard that average 34 years of age. It's soft and seductive with notes of coffee bean, chocolate, and olive backed by slightly gritty tannins.",Sorella,70,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Andrew Will 2010 Sorella Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2010-sorella-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2010,Andrew Will 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is a very fruity, very ripe wine, its tannins smothered by richness. There is powerful structure and perfumed fruit, making for great tension, minerality and total pleasure. Opulent and ripe.",Vintage,,91,Port,,,Alves de Sousa 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alves-sousa-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Alves de Sousa 15,Red,Italy,"Made from 65% Corvina and 35% partially dried Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, this structured and gripping wine shows black fruit, red currant, spice and leather aromas. The palate delivers a ripe plum core framed by big, velvety tannins and accents of chocolate, licorice and black pepper. Age this for another three to five years for additional complexities to develop.",Creso,25,91,Veneto,Veronese,,Bolla 2010 Creso Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2010-creso-red-veronese/,Red Blend,2010,Bolla 13.7,Red,US,"This is 58% Grenache, 39% Syrah, and 3% Tempranillo. It's a real fruit salad of a wine—fresh and loaded with strawberries, cherry candy, cola and cream. Forward and fruit-driven, it's enormously appealing and ready to drink right now.",Pont Brûlé,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Burnt Bridge 2011 Pont Brûlé Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burnt-bridge-2011-pont-brule-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2011,Burnt Bridge 14.3,Red,US,"This is Brian Carter's Southern Rhône-influenced blend. The 2009 is 53% Grenache, 23% Syrah, 18% Mourvèdre, 4% Cinsault and 2% Counoise, sourced from seven different vineyards. It all comes into focus somehow, yielding a seductive wine with a gentle intensity. Tart red currant, pomegranate and raspberry flavors are lightly spicy and dusted with pretty herbs. Châteauneuf-du-Woodinville?",Byzance,33,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Brian Carter 2009 Byzance Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2009-byzance-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Brian Carter 14.4,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-style blend is 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, with the balance a mix of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec. It's a sophisticated blend that retains its youthful freshness. Deep flavors run from black cherry through cassis, adding streaks of licorice, baking chocolate and a hint of bark and herb. Supple, graceful and polished, this wine would seem to have another decade of life ahead.",Solesce,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Brian Carter 2008 Solesce Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2008-solesce-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Brian Carter 14.6,White,US,"Despite the silly name, this is a seriously good Chardonnay. It shows ripe tropical fruit, lemon, lime and apricot flavors, balanced with crisp acidity and a stony minerality that suggests a tang of the earth. Drink now, not too cold.",Blondie Gone Wild Red Hen Vineyard,32,91,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Ideology Cellars 2011 Blondie Gone Wild Red Hen Vineyard Chardonnay (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ideology-cellars-2011-blondie-gone-wild-red-hen-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Chardonnay,2011,Ideology Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"There are lots of interesting flavors in this lovely Merlot. It has notes of cherries, olive tapenade, dried herbs and sandalwood, wrapped in soft, silky tannins. This bottling is a best-barrels selection from the winery's hillside vineyard. Only 109 cases were produced.",Heritage Selection Estate Vineyard,65,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gundlach Bundschu 2010 Heritage Selection Estate Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-2010-heritage-selection-estate-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2010,Gundlach Bundschu 14.5,Red,France,"This is an instantly attractive and seductive wine, with ripe aromas and flavors of blackberry, black cherry and raspberry upfront. The fruity core is complemented by layers of garrigue, violet and soft mocha. It's lush and rich without being overdone, with a sultry toasted-oak accent that remains through the solid finish.",Grand Terroir Les Aspres Syrah-Mourvèdre-Grenache,20,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Les Aspres,,Gérard Bertrand 2011 Grand Terroir Les Aspres Syrah-Mourvèdre-Grenache Red (Côtes du Roussillon Les Aspres),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2011-grand-terroir-aspres-syrah-mourvedre-grenache-red-cotes-aspres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Gérard Bertrand 14.5,Red,France,"Well-structured, firmly tannic wine. The structure is woven around the black plum and ripe berry fruits, offering a full, fleshy character, fragrant acidity and a richness that suggests good aging potential. Drink from 2016.",Château Leret Monpezat,20,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2010 Château Leret Monpezat Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2010-chateau-leret-monpezat-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Georges Vigouroux 12.5,Dessert,Austria,"The Hungarian Furmint used to make this wine is planted in Rust. It makes a wine that balances well between acidity and richness, while its concentrated palate has an attractive touch of pepper just to spice it up. Drink from 2017.",Ruster Ausbruch,,91,Burgenland,,,Heidi Schröck 2010 Ruster Ausbruch Furmint (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidi-schrock-2010-ruster-ausbruch-other-white-furmint-burgenland/,Furmint,2010,Heidi Schröck 14.9,Red,US,"This clever blend is 62% Syrah and 38% Petite Sirah, hence the name. Juicy, spicy and dark, it explodes from the glass with sweet loganberry and peppered chocolate. The darker flavors of graphite and earth, along with streaks of chalk and stem, lead into well-ripened, slightly grainy tannins.",Syrah Sirah,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Patterson 2010 Syrah Sirah Syrah-Petite Sirah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patterson-2010-syrah-sirah-red-blend-syrah-petite-sirah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah-Petite Sirah,2010,Patterson 14,White,US,"Powerful elegance describes this Chardonnay. It's rich with buttered toast, creamy lees, and pineapple, lime and white-peach flavors along with a mineral component, like a lick of cold steel. The alcohol is nicely moderate. The winemaker avoided malolactic fermentation, giving this wine a bright, citrusy acidity. Overall, it's a joyous, dry coastal Chardonnay for drinking now.",Estate,26,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2011 Estate Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2011-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2011,Melville 13.8,Red,US,"Cherry, raspberry, cola and exotic spice flavors characterize this Pinot, from a famed vineyard. It's elegantly structured, with modest alcohol. Great now, especially with lamb, steak or a grilled tuna, and should develop additional complexity over the next six years.",Cargasacchi Vineyard,56,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Pali 2011 Cargasacchi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2011-cargasacchi-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Pali 14.1,Red,US,"This blend is 59% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Cabernet Franc and 8% Merlot, sourced entirely from this iconic Red Mountain vineyard. There is a high-toned entry, that blows off in the glass, leading into a full-bodied wine with deep black cherry and cassis fruit. A streak of iron runs through the well-modulated tannins. As usual with this vineyard, a few more years of bottle age are recommended.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Soos Creek 2010 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2010-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Soos Creek 13.5,Red,US,"There will be no reserve Cabernet from Seven Hills in this vintage and, as is sometimes the case, the regular bottling is all the better for it. Here the addition of fruit from Klipsun, Artz and other blocks, generally used in the Pentad bottling, adds heft and depth. Lovely aromas of raspberry and cherry, highlights of basil and other fresh herbs, and bracing natural acidity create a perfect mix of flavors that remain delicate yet penetrating.",,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Seven Hills 14.5,Red,US,"Good acid-tannin balance leads on this Pinot and gives it a noble structure. It's rich in cherries and raspberries, with a darker, earthier note of blueberry. Absolutely delicious, and perfect for drinking now.",Estate Grown,55,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,J Vineyards & Winery 2011 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2011-estate-grown-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,J Vineyards & Winery 15,Red,France,"Crushed purple-violet aromas mingle with a blend of black berry and cherry notes, all dusted with a sprinkle of cocoa powder and baking spice. The mouthfeel is full and round, with firm, tightly structured tannins and an evolving, spice-driven finish.",Silex,44,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages Tautavel,,Les Vignerons de Tautavel Vingrau 2009 Silex Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages Tautavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-tautavel-vingrau-2009-silex-red-cotes-villages-tautavel/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Les Vignerons de Tautavel Vingrau 16,Red,Italy,"La Dama Amarone has an intense fragrance of plum, raisin and white chocolate, with whiffs of oak. The rich, round palate shows ripe black fruit, chocolate and well-integrated toasted notes of oak and espresso. This shows the warmth of the vintage and is approaching its optimum drinking window, so enjoy soon over the next few years.",,40,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,La Dama 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-dama-2008-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2008,La Dama 14.1,Red,US,"This delicious Cabernet Franc shows good varietal character, although it does include 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, which gives the cherry and red currant fruits a deeper note of blackberries. There are hints of wild herbs and black pepper that add to the complexity. What a lovely wine for drinking now, but first give it a good decanting of several hours.",Estate,60,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kuleto Estate 2010 Estate Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuleto-estate-2010-estate-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Kuleto Estate 13.6,White,US,"Travis Scarborough has produced an outstanding Riesling, with a light coating of honey over rich and tart lemon and pineapple fruit. The concentration and length are admirable; this wine is delicious now but could be cellared for a decade or longer.",The Legend of...,15,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Scarborough 2010 The Legend of... Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scarborough-2010-legend-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2010,Scarborough 13,White,France,"An intensely perfumed, beautifully rich wine. It has tense and mineral acidity, citrus juice contrasted with pineapple freshness. Very full, rounded and ripe, this will age beautifully; drink from 2016 on.",Schoenenbourg Grand Cru,,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre and Charles Sparr 2010 Schoenenbourg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-charles-sparr-2010-schoenenbourg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2010,Pierre and Charles Sparr 14.5,Red,US,"This is a big, ripe, oaky Pinot Noir. Considering how cold the vintage was, it was quite an achievement to produce such powerful raspberry, cherry and plum fruit flavors. The wine is dry, elegantly tailored and vibrant in acidity, and should peak by 2017.",Windsor Oaks Vineyard,56,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pali 2011 Windsor Oaks Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2011-windsor-oaks-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Pali 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Deep, dense, compact aromas of black fruits, marzipan and sandalwood are exotic and inviting. This blend of Malbec and Cabernet Franc feels flush and layered, while integrated flavors of chocolate, blackberry, spice and oak finish long and woody, but not overly oaky. Drink through 2017.",Iscay,75,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2009 Iscay Malbec-Cabernet Franc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2009-iscay-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-franc-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Franc,2009,Trapiche 13.1,Red,US,"This is a fresh, young Pinot Noir, with a silky texture and ripe flavors of raspberries and cola. It's dry and deliciously complex, a fine example of a coastal Pinot, and should hold and develop over the next six years.",,50,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Twomey 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twomey-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Twomey 14.4,Red,US,"Dark and roasted scents introduce this firm, tannic, rather muscular Syrah. There is a citrusy acidity underscoring the mix of mineral, earth and brambly berry, along with a slight suggestion of bacon fat. This has the fine-tuned structure to age for another half decade or longer.",,23,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2010 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2010,Novelty Hill 14,Red,Italy,"This wine is made with wild yeasts and is unfiltered. It has an earthy bouquet of plum, truffle, black currant and spice. The palate delivers a delicious blackberry core, layered with cinnamon, white pepper and nutmeg accents. This is well balanced, with velvety tannins and fresh acidity.",Saustò,38,91,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Monte dall'Ora 2009 Saustò (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-dallora-2009-sausto-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2009,Monte dall'Ora 13,Red,US,"Though Andrew Will has been known more recently for its vineyard-designated blends, this is a return to a 100% varietal offering. Coming from five year-old vines, it shows grace and texture with high toned leafy notes, herbs, bittersweet chocolate and plum. There's a wonderful sense of tension between the lively acidity and the chewy tannins as the wine continues to open and evolve.",Mays' Discovery Vineyard,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Andrew Will 2010 Mays' Discovery Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2010-mays-discovery-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Andrew Will 14.1,White,US,"The new vintage of Ambiance is again a blend of Viognier, Roussanne, Marsanne and Grenache Blanc, from a trio of excellent vineyards. At first firm and phenolic, it opens up gracefully, with vivid flavors of candied orange peel, honeydew melon and apricot jam. Aging in neutral French oak helps to round out the animated flavors. Drink now and over the next two years.",Ambiance,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2012 Ambiance White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2012-ambiance-white-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style White Blend,2012,Forgeron 14.4,Red,US,"Sourced from the Stillwater Creek vineyard this wine spent 20 months in 75% new French oak. Immediately appealing, it opens into a mix of cranberry, pomegranate and cherry fruit, annotated with light hints of sandalwood, cocoa and black tea.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard The Wanted,37,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Guardian 2010 Stillwater Creek Vineyard The Wanted Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-cellars-2010-stillwater-creek-vineyard-wanted-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2010,Guardian 14,Red,France,"This is an immediately attractive and approachable wine, with direct and intense aromas and flavors of black cherry, plum and boysenberry accented by notes of sweet smoke, mocha and pepper. Firm yet approachable, this is well-balanced with structured tannins and ample acidity. Drink from 2015-2018.",Grand Terroir Tautavel Grenache-Syrah-Carignan,20,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages Tautavel,,Gérard Bertrand 2011 Grand Terroir Tautavel Grenache-Syrah-Carignan Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages Tautavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2011-grand-terroir-tautavel-grenache-syrah-carignan-red-cotes-villages-tautavel/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Gérard Bertrand 13,Red,France,"Big and solid, this is very firm in character. It has weight, density and dry tannins. At the same more juicy black fruits and acidity emerge from this mineral textured wine. Powered by its structure, it could well age for 3–5 years.",Rochegrès,,91,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Rochegrès (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-rochegres-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 14.1,White,US,"What a great Sauvignon Blanc, a fine followup to the 2011. A 100% varietal wine, it's brisk and clean with acidity, along with complex flavors of Meyer lemons, limes, ripe white peaches, honey and a touch of golden mangoes. Only neutral oak was applied, which allows the fruit to star.",Hummingbird Hill Vineyard,25,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Cosa Obra 2012 Hummingbird Hill Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosa-obra-2012-hummingbird-hill-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Cosa Obra 14.5,Red,France,"This is a big, rich wine, with swathes of black currant fruit and ripe spice. The tannins are there too, a wall of solid texture and dark structure. With this weight and density, it's obvious that this wine needs some serious aging, so don't drink before 2018.",Château la Tour Chambert Cuvée des Hauts Coteaux,14,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Chambert 2011 Château la Tour Chambert Cuvée des Hauts Coteaux Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chambert-2011-tour-cuvee-hauts-coteaux-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2011,Château de Chambert 13,Sparkling,US,"L'Etoile is Chandon's highest expression of brut-style sparkling wine, and with this bottling, they've exceeded their reputation. The wine is as smooth as silk, like honey gliding over the palate, carrying lime, grapefuit, peach and raspberry flavors. A certain softness may limit ageability, so drink now.",L'étoile Tête de Cuvée,100,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa County-Sonoma County,Chandon 2003 L'étoile Tête de Cuvée Sparkling (Napa County-Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-2003-letoile-tete-cuvee-sparkling-napa-sonoma-county-county/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Chandon 16.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a sumptuous Amarone, with scents of blackberry, graphite and licorice. The palate is densely concentrated, with ripe black fruit flavors and intense peppery notes. This is powerfully structured, with brooding tannins and practically blazing alcohol that takes over on the close. Drink after 2016.",Case Vecie,70,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Brigaldara 2008 Case Vecie (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brigaldara-2008-case-vecie-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2008,Brigaldara 15,Red,Italy,"You can't go wrong with this Amarone from one of the area's most storied houses. It always shows consistent quality and the 2010 is no exception. It boasts ripe black cherry and white pepper notes, with hints of raisin and almond. Velvety smooth and round, it's also fresh and very drinkable. Enjoy after 2016 for additional complexity.",Estate Collection,40,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Sartori 2010 Estate Collection (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2010-estate-collection-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2010,Sartori 14.1,Red,Argentina,"This inky San Rafael red features power, heat, blackberry and cassis on the nose. In the mouth, it's full and balanced in feel, with black fruit, baked plum and toast flavors. A clean, almost stony feeling finish suggests minerality. Drink through 2018.",Enzo Bianchi,50,92,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2009 Enzo Bianchi Red,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2009-enzo-red-san-rafael/,Red Blend,2009,Valentín Bianchi 14.8,Red,US,"A tremendous Syrah, the way Pride makes all their red wines. The mashed ripe cherries, cherry liqueur and mocha flavors immediately explode, leading to a deep, long-lasting and spicy finish. With intense mountain concentration and a smattering of sweet, smoky oak, it's best enjoyed soon for its sheer, heady power.",,60,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2010 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2010,Pride Mountain 14.9,Red,US,"Here is a dark, smoky, meaty Syrah, smooth in the mouth and showing plenty of black cherry fruit. The silkiness plays nicely against flavors that are dark with olive, espresso and cacao, and highlighted with hints of orange peel and pepper.",Untamed,48,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Sparkman 2010 Untamed Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2010-untamed-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2010,Sparkman 14.9,Red,US,"This is an excellent wine comprised of Sangiovese and Syrah from the Boushey and Candy Mountain Vineyards, and Cabernet from Stonetree Vineyard—all top-tier vineyards. Bright and generous, with plenty of toasty barrel flavors, it's highlighted with cut tobacco, citrus, herb and floral hints. There is an underlying minerality as well, making this one of Washington's most complex “Super Tuscans.”",,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Saggi 2010 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saggi-2010-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Saggi 16,Red,Italy,"Campolongo di Torbe shows aromas of plum cake, raisin, baking spices and a touch of leather. The palate delivers a nice depth of flavors that boast black cherry, white pepper, licorice and well-integrated oak notes.",Campolongo di Torbe,165,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 2006 Campolongo di Torbe (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2006-campolongo-torbe-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2006,Masi 15,Red,Italy,This succulent Amarone has a fragrance of cherry and raspberry with whiffs of baking spices. The palate delivers gorgeous black fruit layered with white pepper and nutmeg. It's shows an intriguing balance of power and finesse.,Corte Vaona,65,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Novaia 2009 Corte Vaona (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novaia-2009-corte-vaona-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Novaia 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This powerful, fruity wine is full of ripe berry and plum fruit. It's delicious, its fruitiness right to the fore. The firm tannins are behind, giving a solid texture. This is a Port with a long-term future and an attractive medium-term.",Vintage,78,92,Port,,,Duorum 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duorum-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Duorum 14.2,Red,US,"A streak of bright acidity cuts through the ripe red cherry, currant and cola flavors of this full-bodied, young Pinot Noir. It's aggressive and immature now, with the oak unintegrated with the primary fruit, but has a great future. Give it a minimum of six years in the cellar to knit together.",Sea Smoke Vineyard,100,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foxen 2011 Sea Smoke Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2011-sea-smoke-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Foxen 14.5,Red,US,"This is a lovely rendering of Syrah from this outstanding Walla Walla vineyard. In terms of depth of flavor and range of detail, it's a fascinating wine sure to provide an evening's pleasure. Sassafras, spiced and cured meat, licorice, espresso, black cherry and cassis whirl through the palate, with excellent concentration and length.",Les Collines,46,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Forgeron 2010 Les Collines Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2010-collines-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2010,Forgeron 14.5,Red,US,"This is an almost picture-perfect example of an excellent Washington Merlot, loaded with rich fruit flavors of plum and black cherry. The mouthfeel is satiny, the tannins round and ripe, with a smooth and supple finish.",,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Elevation Cellars 2010 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elevation-cellars-2010-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Elevation Cellars 14.5,Red,France,"Black in color, this dense wine has power, concentration and a hugely tannic structure. Still in its infancy, it is darkly dominated by its dry, firm texture, the black fruits still hiding behind the framework and the acidity. Give this complex wine until 2018 before drinking.",,19,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Chambert 2010 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chambert-2010-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Château de Chambert 15,Red,Italy,"This classic Amarone has a layered bouquet, with notes of prune, plum, nutmeg and clove, along with bell pepper notes. The palate delivers ripe blackberry and plum flavors, with hints of black pepper and chocolate. While this is very structured, restraint and freshness add elegance.",,85,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Allegrini 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2009-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Allegrini 14.2,Red,US,"The Gun Metal red is a Bordeaux-style blend—a smooth, seamless mix of spicy red fruits with new barrel highlights of coffee grounds, toasted walnuts and baking spices. There's a lick of citrus running through it also, a testament to the natural acidity that adds life and lift to Washington state reds.",Conner Lee Vineyard Gun Metal,39,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Guardian 2010 Conner Lee Vineyard Gun Metal Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-cellars-2010-conner-lee-vineyard-gun-metal-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Guardian 15,Red,US,"This gigantic Cabernet is not showing well now. The tannins are too strong, the fruit too fresh, sweet and direct in blackberries and cherries, the oak too unintegrated with everything else. It's like a bowl of ingredients that need to be cooked into a recipe. But the structure of tannins and acids is just fine, and while the alcohol is on the high side, the heat it gives is balanced into the overall mouthfeel. Give it 6–8 years to begin to come around.",,80,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,JR Wine 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jr-wine-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,JR Wine 13.5,White,US,"This fresh, young wine, showcases a palate-thrilling mix of ripe tree fruits—sappy apples, juicy citrus—and some hints of pineapple as well. The ripeness turns the lemony fruit into limoncello, and the finish is long and wonderfully refreshing.",Sagemoor Vineyards,22,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik 2012 Sagemoor Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2012-sagemoor-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Januik 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Black currant acidity cuts sharply through this wine, giving structure and a very fresh character. Made for Broadbent by Niepoort, it is firm, very dry, dark and dense. This is a wine that will certainly need all the aging it can get.",Vintage,,92,Port,,,Broadbent 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broadbent-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Broadbent 13.6,White,US,"2011 is another excellent vintage for this unique and aromatic blend from Brian Carter. The mix is 51% Viognier, 35% Roussanne and 14% Riesling, and it offers a riot of scents and flavors; a rotating Ferris wheel with lemon skin, beeswax, orange peel, tangerine, succulent lime and ripe pear. It's flat out luxurious, long and lissome.",Oriana,24,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Brian Carter 2011 Oriana White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2011-oriana-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2011,Brian Carter 14,Red,US,"Awesomely rich in fruit as well as oak, this wine is almost too much of a good thing. But there's plenty of acidity for balance, and enough minerallity and earthiness to ground the massive cherry, raspberry and strawberry flavors. Delicious now, and should evolve well over the next five years.",Clone 115 Indigène Estate,50,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2011 Clone 115 Indigène Estate Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2011-clone-115-indigene-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Melville 14.6,Red,US,"The new oak on this Cab Franc is strong. So is the fruit, which suggests red cherries and blackberries so ripe the juice runs down your chin. But the wood and fruit haven't come together. They're slugging it out for supremecy. No reason to have to choose between them. Give it 6–8 years in a good cellar and let everything come together.",,62,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2009 Cabernet Franc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2009-cabernet-franc-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Pride Mountain 10,Dessert,Austria,A full and rounded wine finely balanced between freshness and sweetness. The texture is full in the mouth with honey and tropical fruits lightly sprinkled with spice. The end brings out the richness of the blend.,Beerenauslese,,92,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 2011 Beerenauslese White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-hans-und-christine-2011-beerenauslese-white-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian white blend,2011,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Despite some floral notes, this tight, dry wine is all structure. Its power comes from the dry center, showing intense acidity. Very dry, firm and hard-edged.",Bioma Vintage,,92,Port,,,Niepoort 2011 Bioma Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-2011-bioma-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Niepoort 16,Red,Italy,"Made from vines in Tedeschi's steep Monte Olmi Vineyard, this is a structured, well-balanced Amarone, with an intense fruit-and-spice fragrance. The palate delivers black cherry, mint and nutmeg flavors, with a hint of tobacco. It has great depth, with a velvety mouthfeel supported by fresh acidity.",Capitel Monte Olmi,99,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tedeschi 2008 Capitel Monte Olmi (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tedeschi-2008-capitel-monte-olmi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2008,Tedeschi 14.2,Red,US,"A big Cabernet, impenetrably dark in color and tannicly closed. It has ripe, juicy blackberry, cassis liqueur and dark chocolate flavors, with a jacket of sweet, toasted oak. It needs time for those tannins to resolve, so give it a good eight years in the bottle.",Reserve,50,92,California,Napa,Calistoga,Summers 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Summers 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A dry wine, very concentrated and dense. It's solid and tannic, full of acidity and black fruit. It is firmly structured, the texture showing bite and dryness. A wine that will need long-term aging.",Vintage,,92,Port,,,Quinta do Crasto 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Quinta do Crasto 14.1,Red,US,"Palisade is Merlot-based in 2010, with 11% Cabernet Sauvignon filling out the blend. Muscular and complex, this is Merlot at a level rarely found at this price. Cherry, cassis, earth, graphite and mineral flavors mingle seamlessly. Sourced from a brilliant mix of vineyards including Champoux, Ciel du Cheval, DuBrul and Klipsun.",Palisade,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Soos Creek 2010 Palisade Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2010-palisade-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Soos Creek 19,Dessert,US,"Every bit as good as the dazzling 2009, this is 100% Touriga Nacional grapes. Sappy and acidic, it has extraordinarily deep and succulent flavors of raspberries, along with lush, chocolatey tannins. It's startlingly good, and though entirely ageworthy, almost impossible to ignore at the moment.",Port,16,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Thurston Wolfe 2010 Port Touriga Nacional (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2010-port-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-columbia-valley-yakima/,Touriga Nacional,2010,Thurston Wolfe 13.5,Red,France,"This is a serious, rich, concentrated wine. It has weight, density and a powerful structure that offers black cherry and plum fruits. Dominated at this stage by a dry, tannic core, it needs to age. Drink from 2017.",Château de Chamirey Les Ruelles Premier Cru,50,92,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Château de Chamirey Les Ruelles Premier Cru (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-chateau-chamirey-ruelles-premier-cru-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaines Devillard 14.5,Red,US,"This is a beautiful Cabernet Sauvignon. It epitomizes the Napa quality of power married to finesse. Winemaker Ted Edwards deserves kudos for producing a high-production Cabernet (34,000 cases) this good, from a difficult vintage. It's dry and balanced, with rich, complex blackberry, sage and sweet oak flavors. Drink now–2017.",,44,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Freemark Abbey 16,Red,Italy,"This is a delicious Amarone boasting black-cherry and plum-cake flavors layered with cinnamon, nutmeg and notes of vanilla and well-integrated oak. With its chewy tannins and freshness, this will develop complexity over the next few years. Drink after 2016.",,67,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Montecariano 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecariano-2008-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2008,Montecariano 15.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a delicious Amarone, with aromas of spirit-soaked black cherry and spice. The palate is rich but refined, with succulent black cherry, raspberry and plum flavors all layered with nutmeg and white pepper accents.",Tenuta Lena di Mezzo,52,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Monte del Frà 2009 Tenuta Lena di Mezzo (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-fra-2009-tenuta-lena-mezzo-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Monte del Frà 14.1,Red,US,"This is an authoritative Red Mountain Cabernet, from a rising star with an excellent young vineyard. Great structure and a spine of steel support a tightly-wound core of pure cassis. The tannins are hard but fully ripe, with black olive, coffee grounds and bourbon barrel highlights.",Electrum Estate Grown,65,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Obelisco Estate 2010 Electrum Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obelisco-estate-2010-electrum-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Obelisco Estate 12,Dessert,Austria,"Very young wine, dominated by its textured spiciness and ripe tropical fruits. It is rich, full of pepper, cinnamon, and a dry core that makes it as much rich as sweet.",Beerenauslese,,92,Burgenland,,,Feiler-Artinger 2012 Beerenauslese Traminer (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feiler-artinger-2012-beerenauslese-other-white-traminer-burgenland/,Traminer,2012,Feiler-Artinger 14.4,Red,US,"Ripe and forward in cherry Lifesaver candy and new oak flavors, this is a beautiful wine to drink now. Blended with all five classic Bordeaux varieties, it has a soft complexity that makes it instantly likeable. Good as it is, it will develop bottle complexities over the next 10 years.",Rutherford Bench Reserve,65,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sequoia Grove 2010 Rutherford Bench Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2010-rutherford-bench-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Sequoia Grove 16,Red,Italy,"This delicious Amarone offers intense flavors of black cherry, raisin, white pepper, cinnamon and clove. It has a great structure, with big yet smooth tannins supported by just enough fresh acidity.",Vigna Garzon,77,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Pieropan 2009 Vigna Garzon (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieropan-2009-vigna-garzon-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2009,Pieropan 14.5,Red,France,"From the best parcels at Haute-Serre, this prestige cuvée is big, powerful and certainly full of the ripest fruit. Strong wood aging and chocolate flavors show the firm extraction of this very concentrated wine. It needs considerable time to soften and open up. Drink from 2017.",Château de Haute-Serre Cuvée Géron Dadine de Haute-Serre,49,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2010 Château de Haute-Serre Cuvée Géron Dadine de Haute-Serre Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2010-chateau-haute-serre-cuvee-geron-dadine-haute-serre-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Georges Vigouroux 13,Red,France,"Powerful tannins dominate this serious wine. It has a complex, dense structure, full of wood and fruit tannins, along with blackberry fruits and a touch of spiced bitter cherry. This is Beaujolais for aging. Give it at least 3–5 years.",Domaine des Rosiers,,92,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Domaine des Rosiers (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-domaine-rosiers-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 13.5,White,US,"An excellent follow-up to the 2011 Roussanne, this elegant, precise wine intrigues from the first sniffs of camomile, lemon zest and honeysuckle, right on through a full-bodied middle with a range of stone fruits. There's a refreshing baseline of wet stone, and some very pretty toast from a mix of new, neutral oak and stainless fermentations.",,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Lauren Ashton Cellars 2012 Roussanne (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lauren-ashton-cellars-2012-roussanne-columbia-valley-wa/,Roussanne,2012,Lauren Ashton Cellars 15.5,Red,US,"Firm tannins and good acidity mark this 100% Cabernet, which, like all Hall wines, is high in alcohol yet balanced. It's deep and long in blackberry jam, mocha and new-oak flavors. This is appealing now for its sheer drinkability and deliciousness, but its inherent subtleties will become increasingly apparent with age. Drink now–2020.",Jack's Masterpiece,125,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2010 Jack's Masterpiece Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2010-jacks-masterpiece-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hall 16,Red,Italy,"This intriguing Amarone already shows complexity and depth. It has aromas of raisin, black fruit, graphite and spice, with a hint of leather. The palate delivers ripe but restrained plum and black cherry flavor, with soft white pepper and nutmeg notes, all supported by fresh acidity. Drink after 2015.",Casa dei Bepi,,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Viviani 2008 Casa dei Bepi (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viviani-2008-casa-bepi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2008,Viviani 13.5,Red,France,"A blend from five of the Mercurey Premier Crus, a rich full-bodied wine, with elegant ripe fruits, red cherry flavors and spice. The wine is fresh, perfumed as well as solidly constructed with firm final tannins. Drink from 2017.",Château de Chamirey Les Cinq Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Château de Chamirey Les Cinq Premier Cru (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-chateau-chamirey-cinq-premier-cru-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaines Devillard 13.5,Red,France,"Dark, dense and tannic wine, very firm. The youthful structure covers the red fruits and acidity, promising much though for the future. The wine has a potential of elegance, balance and richness. Drink from 2018.",Château de Chamirey Champs Martin Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Château de Chamirey Champs Martin Premier Cru (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-chateau-chamirey-champs-martin-premier-cru-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaines Devillard 14.1,Red,US,"Big, rich, soft and full-bodied, this 100% Cab impresses for the sheer depth of its blackberries, currants, chocolate and minerals. The inky black color testifies to its extreme youth, as does the freshness of flavor. Nowhere near drinkable now, it wants at least six years, and could be going strong in 2022.",Stagecoach Vineyard,140,92,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Alpha Omega 2010 Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-omega-2010-stagecoach-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Alpha Omega 15,Red,Italy,"This dense and concentrated Amarone offers an intense bouquet of marinated cherry, blackberry and tobacco. The palate delivers rich flavors of blackberry, prune, licorice and a touch of carob, along with round tannins and soft acidity. It has layers of flavor and nice depth. Drink through 2017.",Le Bessole,60,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Accordini Igino 2007 Le Bessole (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/accordini-igino-2007-le-bessole-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2007,Accordini Igino 13.5,Red,France,"An impressive, wood-aged wine, with great perfumes as well as structure. Rich, while very mineral, the wine has an intense, ageworthy texture that brings out dark plums, ripe berries and dark tannins. Keep this wine and drink from 2016.",Cuvée Pierre le Grand,20,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Eugénie 2010 Cuvée Pierre le Grand Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-eugenie-2010-cuvee-pierre-le-grand-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2010,Château Eugénie 14,Red,US,"This five-grape Bordeaux-style blend is 54% Merlot, 18% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Cab Franc, 8% Malbec and 4% Petit Verdot. Sleek, subtle and sporting an overall elegance, it's a sophisticated take on a Right Bank Bordeaux style, with black olive and cassis, espresso and dark chocolate in perfect proportion.",Le Coursier,33,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Brian Carter 2009 Le Coursier Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2009-le-coursier-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Brian Carter 13,White,France,"Textured, full wine, ripe in character, full of fragrant apple and quince flavors, tightly layered. It's a concentrated wine, dense in character. The flavors go right down into the heart of the wine. Drink from 2016.",Wiebelsberg Grand Cru,37,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Boeckel 2010 Wiebelsberg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boeckel-2010-wiebelsberg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2010,Boeckel 15,Red,US,"From a cool site, The Narrows is rich in ripe, dark cherry and a touch of herb, offering concentrated and intense flavors, with plenty of acidity to pair alongside a dish like roast pork tenderloin with rosemary or Quiche Lorraine.",The Narrows Vineyard,80,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Goldeneye 2010 The Narrows Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldeneye-2010-narrows-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Goldeneye 13.5,White,US,"Dry and crisp with acidity, this Sauvignon Blanc, with 3% Sémillon, was fermented in stainless steel but partially aged in neutral oak barrels. The palate shows complex flavors of citrus fruits, Asian pears, lychee, cashews, vanilla, minerals and white pepper, with a touch of honey. The grapes come from all around the valley, including the cooler Oak Knoll district as well as warmer St. Helena. A brilliant example of blending, and easy to find, with 10,000 cases produced.",,20,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Atalon 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atalon-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Atalon 13.8,Red,US,"A beautifully intoxicating mix of rose petal and violet on the nose, this Londer Vineyard Pinot is otherwise all raspberry and Bing cherry, enveloped lightly in earthy oak. From a cool vineyard, it reveals its subtleties slowly and will be interesting in 3–5 years.",Londer Vineyard,40,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Waits-Mast 2010 Londer Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waits-mast-2010-londer-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Waits-Mast 14.3,Red,US,"Another fine Cabernet from Prime, following a great 2009. This '10 is perhaps a little off pace from the prior vintage, but is nonetheless impressive. Dry and smoothly tannic, it shows complicated blackberry, blueberry, black currant, sage and mineral flavors. Give it at least six years in a good cellar.",,64,93,California,Napa,Coombsville,Prime 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coombsville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prime-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-coombsville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Prime 14,Red,France,"Dark colored wine, almost black, this is powerful, concentrated and full of huge solid tannins. The fruit, black currants and berries is waiting to show through the structure. A major wine, juicy and hugely structured at the same time. Drink from 2017.",Cuvée Réservée de l'Aïeul,25,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Eugénie 2010 Cuvée Réservée de l'Aïeul Malbec-Tannat (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-eugenie-2010-cuvee-reservee-laieul-red-blend-malbec-tannat-cahors/,Malbec-Tannat,2010,Château Eugénie 14.1,Red,US,"Lovely aromatics introduce this single vineyard Syrah with a snootfull of raspberry, pomegranate, cherry and rock. There's an elusive whiff of diesel also, lifting the palate of this very young, very compact wine. This could easily go 8–10 years in the cellar.",Les Collines Vineyard,34,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Burnt Bridge 2011 Les Collines Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burnt-bridge-2011-collines-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2011,Burnt Bridge 14.7,Red,US,"This is a mix of four different clones of Syrah, aged in 30% new Burgunday barrels. Rich aromatics suggest coffee liqueur, vanilla and raspberry compote. Flavors are comparable, deep and sappy, with exceptional length. Mark McNeilly (Mark Ryan Winery) is the hand at the helm.",Collaboration Series III Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,58,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Force Majeure 2010 Collaboration Series III Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/force-majeure-2010-collaboration-series-iii-ciel-cheval-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2010,Force Majeure 15,Red,France,"A heady and rich wine right from the start, this opens with seductive notes of brambly blackberry, wild raspberry, sweet spice, licorice and toast. It's full and weighty, with a texture like crushed velvet and a deep palate that continues to provide additional layers of flavor with each sip. Sweet spice, cocoa powder and mocha flavors linger on the evolving finish. Drink from 2017-2020. Monsieur Touton Selection Ltd, Dalbavie Selection LLC.",Hugo,60,93,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Domaine Thunevin-Calvet 2008 Hugo Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-thunevin-calvet-2008-hugo-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine Thunevin-Calvet 14.5,Red,France,"A very rich wine, spicy and complex. Dark fruits, rich tannins and layers of berries, exuding power and density. There is a sense of fine tannin as well, suspended in the texture of the wine. Firm and solid and with a great aging potential. Drink from 2019.",Grand Vin,35,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Chambert 2010 Grand Vin Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chambert-2010-grand-vin-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Château de Chambert 14.8,Red,US,"The winery held this wine back from release for an additional year longer than their other new Cabs—which are from the 2010 vintage—for a good reason: to let the fruit catch up with the tannins. It has begun to, but only barely. Still shows the tight astringency of a young Howell Mountain Cab, but the core of fruit is brilliant in black currants, cassis liqueur and blueberries. Give it until 2017 to emerge, and it will drink beautifully for many years afterward.",Buckeye Vineyard,85,93,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Piña 2010 Buckeye Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pina-2010-buckeye-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Piña 15.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a beautiful Amarone with aromas of black cherry layered with leather, underbrush, carob and sandalwood. The palate delivers a core of ripe blackberry flavor, along with raisin, chocolate, mint and hints of coffee and vanilla. This is brawny but it also has complexity and depth.",Vigneti di Osan,70,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Corteforte 2005 Vigneti di Osan (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corteforte-2005-vigneti-osan-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2005,Corteforte 11,Dessert,Austria,"This is a honeyed wine, with a strong showing of ginger marmalade and bright acidity. It's full in the mouth and layered with acidity and lush, unctuous flavors. It shows great aging potential; drink from 2015.",Beerenauslese,34,93,Burgenland,,,Steindorfer 2010 Beerenauslese Sauvignon Blanc-Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steindorfer-2010-beerenauslese-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-chardonnay-burgenland/,Sauvignon Blanc-Chardonnay,2010,Steindorfer 14.4,Red,US,"Like all of the winery's new Cabernet releases, this one's beautiful to drink now, yet will age effortlessly for at least 10 years. The Morisoli Vineyard is one of Rutherford's best, and this wine, which is blended with Cabernet Franc, shows brilliant balance between ripe fruit, acidity and tannin. The flavors veer toward sour red-cherry candy. Now–2024.",Morisoli Vineyards,90,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequoia Grove 2009 Morisoli Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2009-morisoli-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Sequoia Grove 14.8,Red,US,"This has the excellent acidity to support the ripe, super-concentrated fruit. Dense raspberry, cherry compote, baking spices, cola and licorice all come into play, with a streak of dried tobacco adding further interest.",,50,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sequel 2010 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequel-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2010,Sequel 13,Red,France,"One of the three single vineyard selections from Clos Triguedina, this is a fully ripe, rounded and seemingly soft wine. It's the tannins under the soft exterior that show the power of this impressive, solid and very ageworthy wine. Drink from 2018.",Clos Triguedina Au Coin du Bois,33,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2011 Clos Triguedina Au Coin du Bois Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2011-clos-triguedina-au-coin-bois-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Jean-Luc Baldès 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Structured and, very firm, hinting at the black fruit potential. This solid, foursquare wine, is chunky but not without some elegance. The dry tannins come through strongly on the dense finish.",Vintage,,93,Port,,,Skeffington 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skeffington-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Skeffington 15.2,Red,US,"Consulting winemaker Michel Rolland oversees this Long Shadows Merlot, which includes 19% Cabernet Sauvignon (from Red Mountain's Tapteil Vineyard) in the blend. It's a flat out yummy wine from the moment the cork is pulled, loaded with spice and thick, ripe, dense tannins. There's plenty of rich fruit to balance the depth of flavor from a generous mix of new French oak. It would be hard to find a better Merlot from anywhere at this price.",,55,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pedestal 2010 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedestal-2010-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Pedestal 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a structured white that boasts a classic varietal fragrance of cantaloup and tomato vine. The delicious palate delivers melon, pineapple and mineral flavors of great depth and impeccable balance. This will pair magically with asparagus recipes.",,30,93,,Collio,,Mario Schiopetto 2011 Sauvignon (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-schiopetto-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-collio/,Sauvignon,2011,Mario Schiopetto 16,Red,Italy,"This beautiful Amarone has intense and earthy fragrances of tobacco leaf, plum, licorice and raisin. The opulent palate delivers concentrated black cherry extract, fig, nutmeg and almond flavors. Its big and round but also has depth and complexity.",Riserva Fondatori,80,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Fabiano 2007 Riserva Fondatori (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-2007-riserva-fondatori-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2007,Fabiano 15,Red,US,"Another successful Cab from Frazier, following on the heels of the outstanding 2008 vintage. Like that wine, this one is elaborately ripe in blackberries, cherries, currants and toasty oak, with a long, spicy finish. The structure is impeccable, showing firm tannins and fine balancing acidity. Great to drink now, and will age for at least 10 years.",Memento,110,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frazier 2009 Memento Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frazier-2009-memento-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Frazier 15,Red,Spain,"There's no denying this wine's force. It's 15% ABV but balanced, with roasted berry, leather, toasty oak, graphite and prune aromas. The palate feels full, flush and without gaps, while flavors of blackberry, cassis, chocolate and spice finish exceedingly smooth, with loamy notes and leftover spice. Drink through 2020.",,70,93,Northern Spain,Toro,,Pintia 2009 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pintia-2009-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2009,Pintia 13,White,France,"While this is almost ready to drink, with its fruity pear and apple flavors, beneath the surface, the wine is much more serious. It has a rich feel to it, touched by toast and a hint of honey, it has a firm wood aging character, a firm structure and considerable potential. Drink from 2018.",Vaudésir Grand Cru,,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,Pascal Bouchard 2011 Vaudésir Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-bouchard-2011-vaudesir-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Pascal Bouchard 14.2,Red,US,"An A+ trio of vineyards—Olsen, Stonetree and Boushey—contribute equally to this pure Merlot. In a Forgeron portfolio that regularly shines with a variety of red wines, Merlot is usually the best of show, as it is here. Tight, tart and perfectly proportioned, this at first offers scents and accents of sweet tomato paste and a whiff of oregano, then opens further with lush cherry flavors and a dash of dried tobacco. Merlot and pasta? Why not?",,30,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2010 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2010-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Forgeron 15,Red,France,"This is a dense, concentrated and expressive wine, although it's still young and promises more beauty and elegance with age. Aromas of African violets and cocoa nibs marry harmoniously with the fleshy black-fruit core. Jammy, ripe plum and cherry flavors lead the lush and slightly creamy palate, transitioning into notes of roasted coffee and chocolate, and finally ending on a sweet toasted-oak and baking-spice accent. It's richly delicious now, but patience will also be rewarded; try after 2016.",Tautavel Hommage aux Vignerons,35,93,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages Tautavel,,Gérard Bertrand 2011 Tautavel Hommage aux Vignerons Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages Tautavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2011-tautavel-hommage-aux-vignerons-red-cotes-villages-tautavel/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Gérard Bertrand 10.5,Dessert,Austria,"A very sweet wine that still manages to keep a dry element to it. It has as power, richness and great concentration, a smooth texture and final acidity. All in all, a wine that demands attention and aging.",Trockenbeerenaulese,,93,Burgenland,,,Esterházy 2009 Trockenbeerenaulese White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esterhazy-2009-trockenbeerenaulese-white-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian white blend,2009,Esterházy 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Sweet and ripe while powerfully structured, this is a wine with the concentration for a long life. Solid tannins and ripe berry flavors come together into an intense and dense wine. The finish brings out just a hint of freshness.",Quinta Dona Matilde Vintage,,93,Port,,,Barros 2011 Quinta Dona Matilde Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barros-2011-quinta-dona-matilde-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Barros 14.5,Red,US,"A gorgeous Pinot Noir, J's best in years. You're immediately wowed by the intensity of raspberry, cherry and cola flavors, then the overall balance and complexity. It's so clean, silky, rich and delicate. Awesome with lamb. Will glide through the next 15 years easily.",Barrel 16 Estate Grown,75,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 2011 Barrel 16 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2011-barrel-16-estate-grown-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,J Vineyards & Winery 13.5,White,France,"Now fully evolved, this is a rich, sweet wine, very ripe and spicy. Balancing the soft texture, the wine has honeyed acidity that shows some freshness. It's a superb wine that is now ready to drink.",Maimbourg Grand Cru,34,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Marc Bernhard 2008 Maimbourg Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-marc-bernhard-2008-maimbourg-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Jean-Marc Bernhard 8.5,Dessert,Austria,"The wonderfully intense acidity of this Eiswein is balanced by rich honey and fruit flavors. It has a fine line of purity and freshness, with a long, satisfying finish. Drink from 2018.",Eiswein,44,93,Burgenland,,,Hillinger 2012 Eiswein Traminer (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hillinger-2012-eiswein-other-white-traminer-burgenland/,Traminer,2012,Hillinger 14.6,Red,US,"This lovely Pinot Noir has an appealing baked crust quality with structured, firm tannins and ripe cherry goodness all around. From the steep, 900-foot-elevation Wentzel Vineyard, it exudes robust fruit flavor and layers of just-right spice.",Wentzel Vineyard,45,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Waits-Mast 2010 Wentzel Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waits-mast-2010-wentzel-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Waits-Mast 13.5,White,France,"Complex wine that has both great fruitiness and great structure. It's very ripe, dense and textured, a wine with weight and a feeling of warmth. Brûlés means burnt because the vineyard has great exposure to the sun and that gives a powerful and concentrated wine. Age for 5–6 years.",Les Brûlés,,93,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château Fuissé 2011 Les Brûlés (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fuisse-2011-brules-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2011,Château Fuissé 12.5,Sparkling,US,"This is the winery's top brut, and what a gorgeous wine it is. Blended equally with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, it shows lime, tangerine and strawberry flavors that are subtle and rich. The mousse is very fine, giving it a silky texture. Beautiful to drink now.",DVX,65,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa 2005 DVX Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-2005-dvx-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Mumm Napa 14.5,Red,Spain,"Take a hot year like 2009 and combine it with a hot region like Toro and what you get is this rich, ribald wine. Heavy aromas of raisin and blackberry suggest maximum ripeness. A beefy, saturated palate houses dark flavors of prune, chocolate and baked plum, while the finish is dark, toasty, chewy and a pure reflection of the Toro region. Drink through 2018.",San Román,70,93,Northern Spain,Toro,,Maurodos 2009 San Román (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maurodos-2009-san-roman-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2009,Maurodos 16,Red,Italy,"This Amarone has a fragrance that recalls black cherry and licorice, along with a hint of well-integrated oak. The palate offers raspberry, ripe cherry and spicy notes of white pepper and clove. Smooth and well balanced, it closes on an almond note.",Mazzano,175,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 2006 Mazzano (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2006-mazzano-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2006,Masi 15,Red,US,"A complex, ageworthy wine that combines contradictions but somehow is complete and wholesome. The cool vintage shows up in the form of green olives and sweet green peas, a taste that's unusual for Oakville but one that works well alongside the more traditional black currants and sweet oak. The tannins are pure Oakville, rich, ripe and dramatically layered. Beautiful in every respect, this 100% Cab will reward cellaring. Begin popping the cork in 2018.",Ames Vineyard,85,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Piña 2010 Ames Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pina-2010-ames-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Piña 13.1,Red,US,"This is a blend of Merlot (42%), Cabernet Franc (32%) and Cabernet Sauvignon coming from vines with an average age of 30 years. It has light but complex notes of cherries, plum, herbs, flowers and bittersweet chocolate. It's restrained and understated in style with seamless fruit flavors, mouthwatering acids and edgy tannins that need some time in the cellar to calm down.",Champoux Vineyard,60,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Andrew Will 2010 Champoux Vineyard Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2010-champoux-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2010,Andrew Will 13.8,Red,US,"A great success, especially given the difficulties of the vintage. With a modest alcohol reading of 13.8% by volume, it's exuberantly ripe in cherries and umami-filled red currants, with oak adding just the right notes of toast. Delicious now, but this is a Pinot that wants some age. Even better after 2017.",Block 43 Bien Nacido Vineyard,58,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2011 Block 43 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2011-block-43-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Foxen 14.4,Red,US,"Januik's reserve blend is 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot and 3% Cabernet Franc. The fruit is cloaked with lush layers of barrel toast, and it may require several hours of decanting for it to open up. When it does, the flavors multiply on the palate with cassis, black cherry, dark chocolate, pencil lead and wood smoke, along with dusty, mouth-coating tannins.",Reserve,65,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik 2010 Reserve Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2010-reserve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Januik 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dark and dense, the fruit dominated at this stage by tannins. This wine is solid, structured, firm and dry. Black currant fruitiness will show, offering a richer character, but for now this is dense, spicy and tough, needing many years.",Quinta das Carvalhas Vintage,50,93,Port,,,Royal Oporto 2011 Quinta das Carvalhas Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oporto-2011-quinta-das-carvalhas-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Royal Oporto 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This wine, shows its spirit through the ripe fruit. It is textured and structured, with very firm tannins and powerful, spicy fruit. Hard-edged at this stage, the fruit is still developing. The aftertaste brings out the vintage's hallmark acidity.",,,93,Port,,,Viera de Sousa 2011 Port,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viera-sousa-2011-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Viera de Sousa 13.5,White,France,"A beautifully fragrant wine, with full berry fruits and a floral character. The wine is given backbone by the structure and deliciously pure acidity. It's a wine for serious aging, still very young. Drink from 2017.",Clos Saint Landelain Vorbourg Grand Cru,,94,Alsace,Alsace,,René Muré 2011 Clos Saint Landelain Vorbourg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-2011-clos-saint-landelain-vorbourg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,René Muré 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Great berry and plum fruits leap out of the glass. It has a solid structure, to be sure, but it is the ripe character of the wine, a delicious balance between great fruit and acidity that dominates.",Vintage,,94,Port,,,Quinta da Romaneira 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-romaneira-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Quinta da Romaneira 12.5,Red,France,"Ripe and smooth, this is a light take on this Grand Cru. Red berry fruits are still smothered by the wood aging which brings in a strongly toasty element. The wine though has potential as it comes into balance, elegant and stylish. Drink from 2019.",Domaine des Perdrix,230,94,Burgundy,Echézeaux,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Domaine des Perdrix (Echézeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-domaine-perdrix-pinot-noir-echezeaux/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaines Devillard 14,Red,France,"The top wine from Eugénie is powerful, massive, dark in color and texture. Concentrated and huge in structure, this is a superb expression of Malbec. There is a strong mineral character, broadened by black plums and shaped by solid tannins. Drink this wine from 2018.",Haute Collection,40,94,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Eugénie 2009 Haute Collection Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-eugenie-2009-haute-collection-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Château Eugénie 14.1,White,US,"This is as good as Sauvignon Blanc gets in Washington—a dense, pungent, intensely aromatic and gloriously flavorful wine sourced entirely from the Klipsun Vineyard. Inaugural scents suggest wet hay, new-mown grass, fig and citrus. Following are flavors of pineapple, more citrus, beeswax and a suggestion of bee pollen. This is one of those bottles that empties much faster than you'd like.",Angel,20,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Guardian 2012 Angel Sauvignon Blanc (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-cellars-2012-angel-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Guardian 13.5,White,France,"A firm, closed wine at this young stage, it has weight and a sense of rich fruit flavors. Coming from a limestone vineyard, it wears its minerality on its sleeve, a steely, structured wine, aged in wood, that needs several years to show its best. Give it five years or more.",Les Combettes,,94,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château Fuissé 2011 Les Combettes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fuisse-2011-combettes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2011,Château Fuissé 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is a complex wine—packed with tannins and dark fruit. The clean core is layered with blackberry flavors, powerful ripeness and a dense structure.",Vintage,,94,Port,,,Offley 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/offley-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Offley 15.5,Red,US,"Here's the poster child for a massive Howell Mountain Cabernet. Made from 100% Cabernet, it shows the concentrated intensity of mountain fruit, with a molten core of blackberry essence, cassis liqueur, cola and spice flavors, liberally oaked and wrapped into gorgeously thick but fine tannins. So delicious now, it's hard to wait, but this wine is a guaranteed ager. The window is 2018–2020, at the very least.",,150,94,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Hall 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hall ,Dessert,Austria,"With a touch of wood, this is a smoky, rich wine. It has weight and spice from the wood with intense honey all kept together by the acidity. A gorgeous, opulent wine, it's still young. Drink from 2018.",Ruster Ausbruch On the Wings of Dawn,,94,Burgenland,,,Heidi Schröck 2011 Ruster Ausbruch On the Wings of Dawn White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidi-schrock-2011-ruster-ausbruch-wings-dawn-white-burgenland/,White Blend,2011,Heidi Schröck 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A fragrant and fruity wine, ripe in character, its black currant fruits showing strongly. The wine is richly textured, opulent and full in the mouth. It has weight, spice, jammy black fruit and sweet tannins.",Vintage,75,94,Port,,,Quinta do Pego 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-pego-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Quinta do Pego 14.4,Red,US,"This Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend contains smaller amounts of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. The grapes come from all over the valley, mountains as well as flatlands, making it a testament to the art of blending. The warmer, riper areas bring lush chocolate and blackberry jam flavors, while the cooler areas contribute structural elements of firm tannins and acidity. The result is delicious and compelling. Drink over the next four years.",Cambium,125,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequoia Grove 2009 Cambium Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2009-cambium-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Sequoia Grove 14.4,Red,US,"Tiers of blackberry jam, plum, milk chocolate, anise and smoky cedar flavors mark this layered Cabernet. It shows the thrilling balance of the vineyard, with ripe fruit in tension with minerals, brisk acidity and wonderful mountain tannins. A splash of Merlot and Cabernet Franc add soft, cherried relief to Cabernet's hardness. Drink this wine now and over the next 15 years, as it gradually sheds its fruit.",Stagecoach Vineyard,90,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequoia Grove 2009 Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2009-stagecoach-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Sequoia Grove 14.5,Red,Spain,"This is a modern-styled, young Priorat with driving, focused aromas of ripe cherry, plum and cassis. The palate feel is total purity and silk, while smooth flavors of black cherry, nutmeg and cocoa blend with pepper, chocolate and mineral notes on what can best be described as a delicious finish. Drink now through 2016.",Clos Figueres,80,94,Catalonia,Priorat,,Clos Figueras 2009 Clos Figueres Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-figueras-2009-figueres-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2009,Clos Figueras 14.5,Red,US,"This is clearly an outstanding Cabernet, as Frank Family's Reserve nearly always is. It defines the modern style of balanced opulence, displaying rich, fantastic layers of blackberries, black currants, cassis, dark chocolate and oak, with a deliciously earthy note of green olives and a savory touch of bacon. The tannins are as softly complex as Napa is capable of producing. Whether or not there's a Rutherford character is questionable, but the quality is beyond dispute. Drink now and over the next 12 years or so.",Reserve,85,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frank Family 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Frank Family 13.9,Red,US,"An exciting wine, dry and silky with balanced restraint Overall, the power is evident in the controlled explosion of cherries, currants and cola, wrapped in firm, smooth tannins. A great success, and worthy of extended cellaring. Begin to drink this beauty after 2018.",Fe Ciega Vineyard,65,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foxen 2011 Fe Ciega Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2011-fe-ciega-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Foxen 14.8,Red,US,"An awesome Cabernet, as deep and dramatic as they come. It shows the incredibly concentrated blackberry and cassis fruit of Howell Mountain, along with firm tannins. Lots of new oak provides powerful notes of toast and caramel, but the wine is so big it easily handles the barrel influence. This needs time, and will begin to mellow by 2018 and glide through its changes for many years beyond.",,85,94,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Robert Craig 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Robert Craig 13,Red,France,"A solid and tannic wine, packed with dense tannins and dark fruits. Acidity and a dry core point to the aging ability of this serious wine. It has all the structure of mature Malbec, very firm and concentrated. Drink from 2018.",Clos Triguedina Petites Cailles,33,94,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2011 Clos Triguedina Petites Cailles Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2011-clos-triguedina-petites-cailles-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Jean-Luc Baldès 12.5,Sparkling,US,"The 2001 vintage was a good one for Gloria Ferrer, and this brut, made almost equally from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, is exceptionally delicious. It was held on the lees all this time, giving it a creamy yeastiness in addition to savory lime, strawberry and vanilla flavors. Drink now.",Carneros Cuvée,60,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2001 Carneros Cuvée Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2001-carneros-cuvee-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Gloria Ferrer 13.5,Red,Spain,"Initial molasses, raisin and maple aromas indicate heavy ripeness, but in the mouth this is refined and lifted, with fine acidity that pumps everything up a notch. Flavors of plum, herbs, spice and vanilla end with tobacco, lasting acidity and complexity. Drink this classic Rioja now through 2018.",Real de Asúa,165,94,Northern Spain,Rioja,,CVNE 2004 Real de Asúa (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cvne-2004-real-asua-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,CVNE 14.4,Red,US,"Rich in heady cinnamon and aromatics of a perfumed rose in bloom this is a beautifully integrated, well-proportioned Pinot Noir, its black cherry and blackberry complemented by a depth of earth and mushroom and silky concentration of tannins.",Oppenlander Vineyard,44,94,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Waits-Mast 2010 Oppenlander Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waits-mast-2010-oppenlander-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Waits-Mast 15,Red,Italy,"From one of Amarone's premier producers, this delicious Amarone delivers generous black cherry flavors, with hints of raisin, white pepper, nutmeg and chocolate. It's soft and round, with smooth, velvety tannins and compelling intensity.",Costasera,63,94,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 2009 Costasera (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2009-costasera-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Masi 14.9,Red,US,"Pirouette is a Cabernet-dominated Bordeaux-style blend, with 31% Merlot and 10% Petit Verdot completing the mix. Scents of violets and raspberries lead on the bouquet, with plenty of rich new-oak aromas. It's bright and spicy in the mouth, youthful and balanced, with terrific energy and aging potential.",,55,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pirouette 2010 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pirouette-2010-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Pirouette 13,White,France,"Always one of the most impressive of the Grand Crus, Les Clos reveals itself slowly. This dense, wood aged wine is still firm, very mineral in texture, chewy and dense, Age this wine and don't drink before 2018.",Les Clos Grand Cru,,94,Burgundy,Chablis,,Pascal Bouchard 2011 Les Clos Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-bouchard-2011-clos-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Pascal Bouchard 13.5,Red,US,"There's a style to this Pinot that takes some understanding to appreciate. Its cranberry, pomegranate and rhubarb flavors are complex, highlighted by brisk acidity and minerals. The result is an elusive wine, low in earthy elements and immensely satisfying. This is one for the cellar. Best after 2019.",La Encantada Vineyard,62,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foxen 2011 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2011-encantada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Foxen 14.2,Red,US,"This is Long Shadows's 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, offering a sharp-edged wine with a brilliant mix of berry, cherry and black fruits, sparked by juicy acids. There's spice and chocolate highlights as well, with a purity and focus that suggests cellaring to add more complexity over the course of a decade or longer.",,55,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Feather 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feather-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Feather 13.5,White,France,"Ripe, complex, wood-aged wine. It has weight in its structure and mineral texture. Along with this, there is rich fruitiness, yellow fruits laced with lime. Concentrated and dense, this is a powerful wine, showing great potential for the future. Keep for at least four years.",Vieilles Vignes,,94,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château Fuissé 2011 Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fuisse-2011-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2011,Château Fuissé 14.7,Red,US,"Made by Long Shadows winemaker Gilles Nicault, this wine, along with the 2008 and 2009 vintages, were released together. This is the most mature—a five-grape, Bordeaux-style blend. It's a beautifully integrated, floral and dusty wine, with contoured, sculpted fruit. Plums and cherries dominate, with dustings of cocoa powder, coffee and a hint of hazelnut. The wine is graceful and profound, with superb length and finesse.",,95,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Shoup 2007 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shoup-2007-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Shoup 14.4,Red,US,"If you're looking for sheer flash in Napa Valley Cabernet, try this one. It's expensive, but worth the price. It dazzles for soft lusciousness, and the depth and complexity of blackberries, black currants, cassis and chocolate, as well as the perfect integration of new French oak. Yet the wine, which contains a splash of Malbec, is dry and balanced in acidity and velvety tannins. Great now, and will continue to please through 2022.",Oak Knoll Ranch Lamoreaux Vineyards Vintner Select,90,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequoia Grove 2009 Oak Knoll Ranch Lamoreaux Vineyards Vintner Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2009-oak-knoll-ranch-lamoreaux-vintner-select-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Sequoia Grove 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Very fine and complex, this is a great sparkling wine, but one that needs lots of time in the bottle. A classic brut blended with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, it's rich with flavors of strawberries, limes, vanilla and honey, with lots of smoky toast and yeastiness. Above all, the mousse is exceptionally refined and pure.",Reserve,110,95,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2005 Reserve Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2005-reserve-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Schramsberg 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Big, bold and fruity, this wine shows richness, opulence and swathes of black plum fruit that cushions the structure. Powerful and fruity now, with long aging potential shown by the ample tannins and acid.",Vintage,70,95,Port,,,Quinta do Passadouro 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-passadouro-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Quinta do Passadouro 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Smooth and rich, concentrated and dense. Dusty tannins power the dark fruit and sweet texture. Black plums and acidity match the dry, tannic structure.",Vintage,110,95,Port,,,Quinta do Vallado 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vallado-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Quinta do Vallado 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A densely tannic wine, firm at the center and richly fruity on the outside. It is concentrated, with acidity shooting through the jammy black fruit. It's a finely structured wine, likely to age well, but showing its rich side already.",Estate Bottled Vintage,90,95,Port,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2011 Estate Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-2011-estate-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Quinta de la Rosa 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This shows very sweet fruit that's ripe, dense and already delicious. That doesn't mean the tannins don't bring out the firmness at the core of this powerful wine. It is integrated, packed with black plum flavors, and full bodied. For long-term aging.",Vintage,93,95,Port,,,Croft 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croft-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Croft 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Tannic and concentrated, this is a powerful wine from its first moment. Ripe perfumes confirm the wine's richness, while acidity and density show strongly. Power and concentration match big berry fruit and finishing acidity.",Dalva Distinctive Vintage,,95,Port,,,C. da Silva 2011 Dalva Distinctive Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/c-silva-2011-dalva-distinctive-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,C. da Silva 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Fruit and acidity dominate the initial impression. The wine certainly has power and richness, as it's full in the mouth, juicy and fruity. In the background, there is a darker element, solid and dense, promising long-term aging.",,80,95,Port,,,Niepoort 2011 Port,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-2011-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Niepoort 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Violet perfume, sweet fruit and a rich character make this wine immediately appealing. Delve into it and the tannins emerge, powerful in character. Berries and sweet, ripe plums complete this serious, impressive wine.",Quinta da Eira Velha Vintage,,95,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 2011 Quinta da Eira Velha Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-2011-quinta-eira-velha-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Taylor Fladgate 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,This delicately perfumed wine opens to reveal power combined with elegance. The wine has great ripeness—a soft texture on the surface masking the severe tannins at the center.,Vintage,,95,Port,,,Ramos-Pinto 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Ramos-Pinto 14.8,Red,US,"A tad riper, fuller and richer than the 2009 vintage, this wine is deep, subtle and complex, with a myriad of fruit and mineral flavors. Cassis, olive, fresh herb, toast, caramel and coconut are all in play, balanced and layered. The wine is young, tart and full of promise for the long term; hold at least 10–15 years.",Collaboration Series I Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,58,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Force Majeure 2010 Collaboration Series I Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/force-majeure-2010-collaboration-series-i-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Force Majeure 14.2,Red,US,"Spicy in aroma and mouthfeel, this is a wondrous wine, gorgeous in lovely ripe cherry and strawberry notes that are completely enveloped in thrills of white pepper. Those who love cool climate Rhônes will find much to ponder and celebrate. Racy, it is fragrant and lean, made without fining or filtering. Seek this one out.",Grenache Noir,27,96,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Donkey & Goat 2012 Grenache Noir Grenache (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donkey-goat-2012-grenache-noir-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Grenache,2012,Donkey & Goat 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A powerful, concentrated wine, full of dark tannins, ripe fruit and rich texture. This is a wine based on a solid structure—very firm in character while still allowing the gorgeous fruits to express themselves. It's obviously destined for long-term aging.",Vintage,110,96,Port,,,Quinta do Noval 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-noval-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Quinta do Noval 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A hugely dense wine, with immense ripe black fruit and dusty tannins. The wine is balanced, rich and structured at the same time. Powered by a dark core, the wine has weight, intensity and a solid long-term future.",Vintage,100,96,Port,,,Barão de Vilar 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barao-vilar-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Barão de Vilar 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is a very dry, firm wine that's solidly tannic but never harsh. The wine combines weight and ripe black fruit in a powerful expression of dense vintage Port from this estate in the Upper Douro. Acidity shines through the density on the finish. Age for many decades.",Vintage,66,96,Port,,,Quinta do Vale Meão 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vale-meao-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Quinta do Vale Meão 15,Red,Spain,"Gorgeous, amplified aromas of wild berry, plum and fine herbs are crystal clear and magnetic. This beautiful Priorat is layered, smooth as glass and exemplary in every way. Flavors of mixed black fruits, cocoa, toast and schisty mineral finish in a swirl of chocolate, blackened toast, licorice and peppercorn. Best from 2015–2018.",,90,96,Catalonia,Priorat,,Clos Mogador 2010 Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-mogador-2010-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2010,Clos Mogador 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Red and black berries bring out the richness of the year, masking the seriously tannic structure. The wine has great spice, richness and a dark, smoky core of powerful tannins. For long-term aging, but delicious now.",Vintage,,96,Port,,,Quinta do Vesuvio 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vesuvio-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Quinta do Vesuvio 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A dark, black-fruited wine, with the fruit hanging off the hard tannins. The wine is dark and concentrated, the fruit expressing itself as fragrant black currants. This dry wine is very firm and destined for a serious, long-term future.",Vintage,95,96,Port,,,Warre's 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warres-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Warre's 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Deliciously sweet and perfumed, its powerful plum fruit flavors make this wine already accessible. In the background are the tannins—solid and concentrated—and the acidity, creating a nervous tension that confirms the wine's aging potential. Hold for many years.",Vintage,,96,Port,,,W. & J. Graham's 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/w-j-grahams-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,W. & J. Graham's 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Ripe and sumptuous, this is a richly tannic wine, impressive for its weight and power. It has a very dry core, hard and solid at present, while the fruit is concentrated ripe berries and plums. This seems like it will age for decades.",Pintas Vintage,80,96,Port,,,Wine & Soul 2011 Pintas Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-soul-2011-pintas-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Wine & Soul 12.9,White,US,"Half of this year's Poet's Leap Riesling is sourced from The Benches, one quarter from old-vine plantings at Dionysus, and the rest from Yakima's Phil Church vineyard. Marvelous concentration and a panoply of lush orange, apricot, peach and papaya flavors carry this beautifully balanced wine through a long and satisfying finish. Delicious young, it could also be cellared for a decade or longer.",,20,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Poet's Leap 2012 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poets-leap-2012-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,Poet's Leap 14.7,Red,US,"The 2009 vintage of this wine is dark, tight and compact with youthful verve and contained energy. The structure and depth are imposing, as is the dense mix of blackberry, black cherry and cassis at the core. This is one to tuck away in the cellar for a decade or longer.",,100,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Shoup 2009 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shoup-2009-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Shoup 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This structured, dark, brooding wine is closed up at this stage. It's a wine with serious tannins, powerful spiciness and plenty of concentration. A dry core is surrounded by the fruit, hinting at potentially rich texture.",Quinta de Roriz Vintage,,94,Port,,,Prats & Symington LDA 2011 Quinta de Roriz Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prats-symington-lda-2011-quinta-roriz-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Prats & Symington LDA 14.8,Red,US,"This is a marvelous wine, made for Force Majeure by Syncline's James Mantone. A delectable blend of 56% Mourvèdre, 38% Syrah, and 6% Grenache, it's a spice rack of aromatics, with flavors of boysenberry and raspberry over crushed rocks. Tight, tart and tangy, it has remarkable depth and density, and should age beautifully for at least a decade.",Collaboration Series VI Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,50,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Force Majeure 2010 Collaboration Series VI Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/force-majeure-2010-collaboration-series-vi-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Force Majeure 13,Red,France,"This is a huge, solid, powerful and seriously impressive wine. It tastes of the hard rocks from which it comes, a mineral wine, full also of juicy black currant fruits. With its tannins, it is brooding, concentrated and obviously destined for long aging. Drink from 2018–2019.",Clos Triguedina Les Galets,33,94,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2011 Clos Triguedina Les Galets Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2011-clos-triguedina-galets-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Jean-Luc Baldès 14.5,Red,Italy,"Made from 100% Corvina, this shows the great potential of this native grape. It boasts rich blackberry, plum and licorice flavors, beautifully balanced and velvety smooth. This shows great depth and, while delicious now, hold for a few more years to allow additional complexities to develop.",La Poja Monovitigno,87,94,Veneto,Veronese,,Allegrini 2009 La Poja Monovitigno Corvina (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2009-poja-monovitigno-italian-red-corvina-veronese/,Corvina,2009,Allegrini 13,Red,France,"A solid and structured wine from this premier cru vineyard which is a Rodet monopoly. Dense and full in the mouth, the wine has delicious juicy fruits as well as powerful tannins and layers of acidity over the red fruit. Keep for 6–8 years.",Clos de Thorey Premier Cru,75,93,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Pierre Moulin 2010 Clos de Thorey Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2010-clos-thorey-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2010,Pierre Moulin 14.3,Red,US,"Picture-perfect coastal Pinot Noir. The cool vintage hasn't harmed it in the least, affording rich berry, cola and currant flavors that are ripe despite fairly low alcohol. The texture is as light and silky as you can expect a nice Pinot to be. But the wine is not simple. On the contrary, it has complexities of mushrooms, forest floor and piney balsam that make it absolutely delicious for drinking now. But it will age for a good eight years.",Precioso,75,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller Estate 2010 Precioso Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-estate-2010-precioso-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Keller Estate 14.2,Red,US,"An ethereal Pinot from high atop Mendocino Ridge, sourced from just one block of the Signal Ridge Vineyard, this wine is a gorgeous glass of strawberry and cherry compote, with a pungency of pomegranate. Soft, well-integrated and zinging with acidity, this unfined and unfiltered Pinot is well worth seeking out.",Signal Ridge Vineyard Dragonfly Block,34,93,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Bravium 2011 Signal Ridge Vineyard Dragonfly Block Pinot Noir (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bravium-2011-signal-ridge-vineyard-dragonfly-block-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2011,Bravium 14.2,Red,US,"You can taste the California sunshine in every sip of this exuberantly fruity Pinot Noir. It's bursting with juicy raspberries and cherries, with deeper notes of plums, cola and sautéed wild mushrooms. Structurally, it offers smooth, rich tannins and a brisk scour of acidity. It shows the pedigree of Fort Ross-Seaview, and should develop over the next eight years, although it's lovely to drink now.",The Secret Vineyard,65,93,California,Sonoma,Fort Ross-Seaview,JR Wine 2011 The Secret Vineyard Pinot Noir (Fort Ross-Seaview),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jr-wine-2011-secret-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-fort-ross-seaview/,Pinot Noir,2011,JR Wine 13.5,White,France,"A full wine, bringing out great richness to sustain the intense acidity. The granite soil of the vineyard shows in the hard-edge of this still-young wine. To contrast, there is the lively lime fruit and great final freshness. Drink from 2017.",Wineck- Schlossberg Grand Cru,34,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Marc Bernhard 2011 Wineck- Schlossberg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-marc-bernhard-2011-wineck-schlossberg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Jean-Marc Bernhard 12.5,Dessert,France,"Gold in color, this sweet, spicy wine is full of ripe, opulent fruits and textures. Very honeyed, it exudes richness from the apricot and spiced orange fruits. It is delicious now, but will be so much better, so drink until 2022.",Clos Saint Landelain Vorbourg Grand Cru Vendanges Tardrives,,93,Alsace,Alsace,,René Muré 2011 Clos Saint Landelain Vorbourg Grand Cru Vendanges Tardrives Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-2011-clos-saint-landelain-vorbourg-grand-cru-vendanges-tardrives-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2011,René Muré 14,Red,France,"Hugely black and darkly dense, this wine, which recalls the medieval practice of heating the must for concentration, is a massive construction. It has weight and dark tannins, serious black fruits and intense final acidity. Drink from 2017.",Clos Triguedina The New Black Wine,50,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2011 Clos Triguedina The New Black Wine Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2011-clos-triguedina-new-black-wine-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Jean-Luc Baldès 13.5,Red,US,"Entirely estate-grown, 100% Merlot from old vines, this unfined wine is labeled vegan. Plush, briary, brambly fruit from the 30 year old vineyard brings an extra dimension to the wine, which shows a lovely balance of cranberry, raspberry, pie cherry and baking spice flavors. There's a hint of pastry crust in the finish, which is seamless and long. An absolute delight.",Seven Hills Vineyard,35,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2011 Seven Hills Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2011-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2011,Seven Hills 14.8,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet sure is oaky, but the butterscotch, toast and caramel flavors blend in seamlessly with the fruit, which is of gargantuan proportions. It's intense in mountain-concentrated blackberries, black currants and crème de cassis, with a complex note of green olives and mint. Just at the beginning of a long life, it will develop in the bottle for at least 10 more years.",Vintner Select Cuvée,85,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pride Mountain 2009 Vintner Select Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2009-vintner-select-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Pride Mountain 10.5,Dessert,Austria,"Beautifully balanced wine, rich while layered with acidity and pure pear flavors. Honey creeps in, offering a more opulent side while leaving a touch of spice from the Gelber Muskateller in the blend.",Ruster Ausbruch,,93,Burgenland,,,Feiler-Artinger 2010 Ruster Ausbruch White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feiler-artinger-2010-ruster-ausbruch-white-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian white blend,2010,Feiler-Artinger 14.5,Red,Spain,"Tightly wound aromas of charred wood, toast, cola, wild berry and plum are masculine, dark and powerful. That's also how one might best explain the palate feel—pure, smooth and potent. Flavors of blackened toast, char, blackberry, cassis and vanilla finish toasty and dark, with some heat. Best from 2014–2017.",Selecció Especial,100,93,Catalonia,Priorat,,Ferrer Bobet 2009 Selecció Especial Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrer-bobet-2009-seleccio-especial-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2009,Ferrer Bobet 14.9,Red,US,"Dark and dense, without turning fat or heavy, this excellent Ruckus captures the underlying minerality of Red Mountain grapes. There's boysenberry and black cherry fruit, black coffee and wet rock. This is built for aging.",Ruckus,48,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Sparkman 2010 Ruckus Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2010-ruckus-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2010,Sparkman ,Red,Argentina,"This Malbec is deep, dark and sultry, what top-flight Argentinean wine is all about. Aromas of balsam wood, black fruits and marzipan lead to a smooth, elegant palate with flavors of baked berry fruits, cassis, licorice and toast. Those big four flavors carry onto the finish, which is smooth as a train running on well-oiled tracks. Drink through 2018.",Finca Fausto Orellana de Escobar Terroir Series Single Vineyard,50,93,Mendoza Province,La Consulta,,Trapiche 2010 Finca Fausto Orellana de Escobar Terroir Series Single Vineyard Malbec (La Consulta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2010-finca-fausto-orellana-escobar-terroir-series-single-vineyard-malbec-consulta/,Malbec,2010,Trapiche 19,Dessert,US,"A blend of Touriga Nacional, Tinta Cao and Souzao, finished at 19% alcohol. With sensational concentration and fruit power, this rich and delicious wine is amplified with a sweet array of baking spices, vanilla, coconut and white chocolate.",JTW Reserve Port,16,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Thurston Wolfe 2010 JTW Reserve Port Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2010-jtw-reserve-port-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Touriga Nacional Blend,2010,Thurston Wolfe 9.5,Dessert,Austria,"A fascinating blend of Sämling, Traminer and Grüner Veltliner brings out a mix of spiciness and tight acidity. It is very crisp and fresh, the sweetness well balanced by acidity. Drink from 2015.",Beerenauslese,,93,Burgenland,,,Zantho 2011 Beerenauslese White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zantho-2011-beerenauslese-white-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian white blend,2011,Zantho 16.5,Red,Italy,"This opulent Amarone offers an alluring fragrance of dark fruit, raisin and toasted notes. The lush palate delivers black cherry, vanilla, black pepper and nutmeg flavors, with a hint of oak and tobacco. This is incredibly smooth, with velvety tannins.",,70,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Zenato 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2009-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Zenato ,Red,France,"With a blackness that coats the glass, this is a huge wine, even before tasting. The palate, with its hugely dry tannins and immense structure, confirms this. It is dark in character, brooding almost, demanding many years to age. Drink from 2018.",Cuvée Icône du Château de Mercuès,140,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2010 Cuvée Icône du Château de Mercuès Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2010-cuvee-icone-chateau-mercues-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Georges Vigouroux 13,Red,France,"A dense wine, rich and smooth for a Nuits-St-Georges, full of ripe red fruits, dark cherries and acidity that almost gives the wine a fresh character. Behind this fruitiness is a more solid, dark structure of tannins that will allow the wine to age. Drink from 2018.",Domaine des Perdrix Aux Perdrix Premier Cru,105,93,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Domaine des Perdrix Aux Perdrix Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-domaine-perdrix-aux-perdrix-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaines Devillard 14.7,Red,US,"This is 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 20% Petit Verdot and 5% Cabernet Franc. It's dark, dusky, and loaded with dense black fruits. A smoky, earthy character prevails, bringing moist earth, black licorice and intense dark chocolate flavors to the tannins.",,100,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Shoup 2008 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shoup-2008-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Shoup 13.8,Red,US,"There's lots of lush Cabernet Sauvignon character in this smooth Bordeaux blend. It has the all-important quality of impeccable texture, as soft as velvet, yet firm in minerals. With about one-third Cabernet Franc, it shows flavors ranging from cherries and currants to sweet cassis liqueur, with a complex veneer of new French oak. Beautiful to drink now, and it should age effortlessly for the next 10 years.",Elivette,150,93,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Spring Mountain Vineyard 2010 Elivette Red (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-2010-elivette-red-napa-spring-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Spring Mountain Vineyard 15.2,Red,US,"Silky and voluptuous, Gowan Creek is Goldeneye's larger production Anderson Valley Pinot Noir. Still a barrel selection of its best lots, the wine is made from fruit that's heavily scrutinized before fermentation. A powerful Pinot that retains the acidity and earthiness of the variety, with streaks of ripe fruit throughout.",Gowan Creek Vineyard Estate Grown,80,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Goldeneye 2010 Gowan Creek Vineyard Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldeneye-2010-gowan-creek-vineyard-estate-grown-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Goldeneye 16,Red,Italy,"This delicious Amarone offers intense aromas of plum and spice. The palate delivers ripe black cherry and raisin flavors, layered with accents of chocolate, white pepper, licorice and almond. It already has fantastic depth and should gain more complexity over the next few years.",,40,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,David Sterza 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-sterza-2009-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,David Sterza 13.5,White,France,"This is the softest of the three single vineyard wines from Château de Fuissé. It has a warm, rich character, generous and full in the mouth. Yellow fruits are partnered with citrus acidity and an attractive layer of wood. The wine ends with the freshness of the vintage.",Le Clos,,92,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château Fuissé 2011 Le Clos (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fuisse-2011-le-clos-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2011,Château Fuissé ,Red,France,"A perfumed wine from new wood aging, powerful extraction and dark tannins. The wine is dense and black in color, heavy on the ripe berry and plum fruits with very firm structure. With its power and youthful fruit, it will age well. Don't drink before 2018.",Cuvée Icône du Château Leret Monpezat,130,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2010 Cuvée Icône du Château Leret Monpezat Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2010-cuvee-icone-chateau-leret-monpezat-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Georges Vigouroux 14.2,Red,US,"Enormously rich, showing cola, black cherry pie filling and even some dark chocolate notes. There's a soft sweetness of fruit and oak that suggests drinking this lovely wine now. You can't go wrong with a grilled steak, or carne asada.",Julia's Vineyard,60,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2011 Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2011-julias-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Foxen 14,Red,Spain,"Plum and raspberry aromas come with a spicy topping and distant notes of dried cheese and leather. This feels fresh and feminine on the palate, where dry plum and cherry flavors come with hints of vanilla, loam and cocoa. A smooth finish with tea notes is finely composed and elegant. Drink through 2019.",Gran Reserva,49,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Mayor 2004 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-mayor-2004-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Finca Mayor 14.4,Red,US,"Pretty raspberries, red currant and a hint of iodine spark the taste buds, then darker streaks of wood smoke and black licorice kick in. There's snappy acidity and an undertone of metal and stone. Complex and captivating.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Januik 2010 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2010-ciel-cheval-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2010,Januik 10,Dessert,Austria,"So light and delicate, this is a wine beautifully poised and balanced. It has liveliness, pepper apricot and a hint of honey. Still very young. Drink from 2017.",Eiswein,,92,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 2012 Eiswein Grüner Veltliner (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-hans-und-christine-2012-eiswein-gruner-veltliner-burgenland/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 14.2,White,US,"This is a textural, bracing study in how to layer a Chardonnay. Green berries, apples, Asian pears, jicama, cucumber, wet stone and creamy lees flavors all combine seamlessly, placing the small percentage of wine aged in new oak in an appropriately light supporting role. Excellent length and perfect balance.",Reserve,38,92,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Lauren Ashton Cellars 2012 Reserve Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lauren-ashton-cellars-2012-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Lauren Ashton Cellars 14.1,Red,US,"Soos Creek's value-priced Sundance Red really shines in 2010. A Bordeaux-style blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot and 19% Cabernet Franc, it rivals the top-tier efforts from any number of wineries. Plum, cherry, cassis and chocolate flavors are leavened with a dash of herb. Tannins are dusty and detailed, and the wine has the stuffing to age over the next half decade or more.",Sundance,20,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Soos Creek 2010 Sundance Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2010-sundance-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Soos Creek 13.7,White,US,"This is a wonderful edition to Pearl, Sparkman's 100% Sauvignon Blanc. It's vibrant and energetic, the kind of high-wire flavors more commonly found in Sancerre. Three days after it was first tasted, the wine was still drinking beautifully, with candied mixed fruits and terrific concentration.",Pearl,22,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sparkman 2011 Pearl Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2011-pearl-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Sparkman 15.2,Red,US,"Goldeneye's estate-grown Pinot, much of it from Gowan Creek Vineyard, this wine is intended to be the best blend from the best barrels. Powerful, with a ripe mouthful of blueberry, it is framed well by oak, giving it a roasted quality and suggestion of forest floor.",Ten Degrees,110,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Goldeneye 2010 Ten Degrees Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldeneye-2010-ten-degrees-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Goldeneye 14.1,Red,US,"This is 95% Syrah, co-fermented with Viognier in the Northern Rhône style. The result is a very fine wine that is currently drinking quite young and tight. It's shut down in hard tannins and an immature reticence of fruit, although you can detect some ripe, delicious blackberries, plums, currants and dark chocolate. Give it 5–6 years in a good cellar.",Rôtie,54,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller Estate 2010 Rôtie Red (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-estate-2010-rotie-red-sonoma-coast/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Keller Estate 14.4,Red,US,"A sure-fire crowd-pleaser, this tightly-wound Merlot comes on very Cab-like, but with red fruits more than blue or black. It opens up into a broad mid-palate, showing well-balanced nuances of olive and earth, fresh herb, pepper and licorice. Dense, textural and smoky, it's delicious now or could be cellared for another five or six years.",,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik 2010 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2010-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Januik 14,Red,France,"Big, bold and rich wine, solidly tannic, firm and ripe. Vivid black plum flavors scroll across the palate giving a full, firm, right up front feel. The wine has great texture, weight and density. It also has an impressive future, so drink from 2017.",Clos Triguedina Probus,40,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2011 Clos Triguedina Probus Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2011-clos-triguedina-probus-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Jean-Luc Baldès 12.3,Sparkling,US,"An enormously complex wine, but one that's not quite ready for prime time. Mainly Chardonnay, with 21% Pinot Noir, this was aged on its lees for seven years, giving it a soft creaminess and also an intense, doughy yeastiness. The raspberry, lime, toast and vanilla flavors are rich and slightly honeyed. With brisk acidity and slight scouriness, it wants a good eight years in the cellar, and should age well beyond that.",J. Schram Rosé,140,92,California,North Coast,Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma-Marin,Schramsberg 2005 J. Schram Rosé Sparkling (Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma-Marin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2005-j-schram-rose-sparkling-north-coast-napa-mendocino-sonoma-marin/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Schramsberg 15.5,Red,Italy,"This Amarone has forward aromas of ripe black fruit and spice. The palate delivers rich black cherry flavors layered with chocolate, black pepper and hints of espresso. It's robust, with great depth and a velvety texture.",Ca' Florian,,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tommasi 2007 Ca' Florian (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2007-ca-florian-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico-177384/,Red Blend,2007,Tommasi 13.5,Red,Spain,"After initial aromas of char, gritty leather, asphalt and tar fade, you get mature, herbal cherry and plum scents. This gran reserva is delivering light, racy, tangy flavors of raspberry and strawberry along with vanilla. On the finish, this is subtle, elegant and pure. Drink now through 2024.",Imperial Gran Reserva,60,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,CVNE 2004 Imperial Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cvne-2004-imperial-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,CVNE 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Tightly tannic and very firm at this stage, but you can feel the ripe fruit underneath, giving great structure and power. Black currants layered with acidity, while the center, a dry core.",Vintage,90,92,Port,,,Quinta Seara d'Ordens 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-seara-dordens-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Quinta Seara d'Ordens 9,White,US,"Consistently one of Washington's most expressive Rieslings, with intensely floral aromatics—notably clover—that is carried into the mouth, along with honey, tea, lime, candied pineapple and cantaloupe. The effect is riveting; the flavors cascade around each other, balancing the 20g/L residual sugar with vivid acidity.",,15,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),O•S Winery 2012 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-s-winery-2012-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,O•S Winery 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Very rich and deliciously smooth, but with a bite of acidity and stalky black-currant fruit to give it structure. This wine is dry, ripe and dense, showing its tannins while promising longevity.",Vintage,75,92,Port,,,Poças 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Poças 14.4,Red,US,"A beautiful Pinot Noir, light and silky in the mouth, with brisk acidity and a lovely coat of sweet, smoky new oak. The flavors show the pedigree of the vineyard, suggesting ripe raspberries, cherries, cola and red currants, touched with exotic sandalwood. Drink now–2018.",Fiddlestix,56,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Pali 2011 Fiddlestix Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2011-fiddlestix-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Pali 15.5,Red,Italy,"This compelling Amarone has an earthy fragrance of moist earth, dark fruits, leather and meat juices. The palate delivers ripe black cherry flavor, with velvety, brooding tannins and hints of raisin dusted with white pepper and cinnamon. This already has great depth but drink after 2016 for more complexity.",Costa delle Corone,75,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Monteci 2008 Costa delle Corone (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteci-2008-costa-delle-corone-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2008,Monteci 9.5,Dessert,Austria,"A well-balanced wine, showing good acidity and honeyed ripeness in equal measure. With its pure line of bright acidity and dried apricot flavors, it's a wine that has a promising future. Drink from 2016.",Beerenauslese,,92,Burgenland,,,Angerhof Tschida 2010 Beerenauslese Sauvignon Blanc (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angerhof-tschida-2010-beerenauslese-sauvignon-blanc-burgenland/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Angerhof Tschida 16,Red,Italy,"This great Amarone has earthy aromas of tilled soil, iris, tobacco and exotic spices. The palate shows delicious raspberry and raisin flavors, with accents of nutmeg, licorice and black pepper, delivered in a fresh and restrained style.",Moropio,79,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Antolini 2009 Moropio (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antolini-2009-moropio-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Antolini 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Ripe blackberry, cassis and refined wood are the key aromas on this fruit-forward, slightly grapy Malbec that's full and jammy on the palate, with big, bold flavors of boysenberry, chocolate and spices. There's not a ton of nuance to this bruiser, which finishes with toast and chocolate flavors and a rich residual feel. Drink through 2017.",Gran X,40,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pulenta 2010 Gran X Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pulenta-estate-2010-gran-x-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Pulenta 14.5,Red,US,"A near twin to the excellent 2006, and as ageable. It's a big wine, but immature, with scads of blackberry and cherry jam fruit, smoky new oak and stiff tannins. Give it eight years to let everything mellow together, and it should hold until at least 2020.",Reserva,100,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Frias 2010 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frias-2010-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Frias 14.5,Red,France,"Château de Mercuès has had its own vineyard since the 13th century. This latest vintage is a powerful wine, pure tannic and rich Malbec, structured and with huge black fruits. The wine has weight, solid tannins and an excellent potential. Drink from 2017–2018.",Château de Mercuès,24,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2010 Château de Mercuès Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2010-chateau-mercues-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Georges Vigouroux 13.7,Red,US,"There's a severity of acids and tannins that limits this Pinot's immediate enjoyment. It feels tight and hard, despite a core of black and red cherries and the sweetness of toasty oak. All indications point to the cellar. Give it 6–7 years, and it could be going strong well after 2020.",Block 8 Bien Nacido Vineyard,60,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2011 Block 8 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2011-block-8-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Foxen 14.1,Red,US,"An intoxicatingly sensual Grenache, velvety and light in cherry and strawberry fruit, smooth earth, a streak of anise and deep swirls of chocolate and caramel on the finish. The Dalton Vineyard in Calaveras County has been one to watch for in Syrah and Zinfandel; it can now add Grenache.",Dalton Vineyard,28,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Calavera Wines 2011 Dalton Vineyard Grenache (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calavera-wines-2011-dalton-vineyard-grenache-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Grenache,2011,Calavera Wines 15.1,Red,US,"This 100% Cab wants some time in the cellar. Right now, it's fresh and powerful in black cherries, currants, licorice, mocha and sweet toasty oak, with firm tannins and a streak of citrusy acidity. A masculine wine, brooding and aloof, it needs at least 6–8 years in a good cellar to begin to come around.",,80,92,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Malk 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malk-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Malk 13.1,Red,US,"From the Ferrington and Monument Tree Vineyards, the latter now owned by Twomey, this delicate Pinot has an aura of baked bread on the nose followed by just-ripe Bing cherry. With firm tannins and a subtle texture, it is a delight to drink and to pair. You couldn't go wrong with a pork roast swaddled in mushrooms.",,46,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Twomey 2011 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twomey-2011-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Twomey ,Red,France,"Minerally and structured wine with a serious and complex range of flavors. The wine is richly textured, layering black currant fruits, a very dry character with dense tannins and intense acidity. It shows the potential for elegance and balance. Drink from 2017.",Cuvée Icône du Château de Haute-Serre,140,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2010 Cuvée Icône du Château de Haute-Serre Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2010-cuvee-icone-chateau-haute-serre-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Georges Vigouroux 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This very firm wine shows chocolate flavors as well as black plum skins and berries. It is dense and solid, yet floral around the edges but at the center very dry, with tough tannins. The aftertaste brings out more freshness",Vintage,,93,Port,,,Quinta do Sagrado 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-sagrado-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Quinta do Sagrado 8.5,Dessert,Austria,"Full and ripe, a rich wine that offers intense honey, tropical fruits, just a touch of spice that gives the wine an attractive, fragrant lift. It is deliciously ripe, still young of course, showing great full potential. Drink from 2018.",Trockenbeerenaulese,,94,Burgenland,,,Münzenrieder 2011 Trockenbeerenaulese Sämling (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/munzenrieder-2011-trockenbeerenaulese-other-white-samling-burgenland/,Sämling,2011,Münzenrieder 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A rich opening is followed by firm tannins. The wine has ample weight and a solid structure around the blackberry fruit. While deliciously fruity now, just watch those tannins in the future.",Vintage,,94,Port,,,Maynard's 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maynards-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Maynard's 8.5,Dessert,Austria,"A spice driven wine, full of ripe flavors, wild flower honey and intense acidity. This is a beautiful wine, its richness totally balanced by a fresher side. Age this wine for a long time. Drink from 2018.",Trockenbeerenaulese,,94,Burgenland,,,Angerhof Tschida 2010 Trockenbeerenaulese Sämling (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angerhof-tschida-2010-trockenbeerenaulese-other-white-samling-burgenland/,Sämling,2010,Angerhof Tschida 14.2,Red,US,"This Pinot is caught between the fruitiness of youth and ripe maturity. It's still rich in raspberries, cherries and pomegranates, but the acidity and overall balance suggest ageability. Give it another five years and see how complex an older Pinot can be.",,50,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Canihan 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canihan-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Canihan 13.8,White,US,"Bright and spicy, the Lumière is rich with flavors of apple, pear and peach fruit. The oak influence is minimal; here it is the clean, ripe, fresh fruit flavors that are on display, buttressed with juicy acidity.",Lumière,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sparkman 2011 Lumière Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2011-lumiere-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Sparkman 13,Red,France,"The estate wine of Jean-Luc Baldès is often overshadowed by the limited production wines. In itself, though, it is a firm, solid, well balanced wine, rich and expressing the minerality of Malbec in Cahors. This vintage should be aged, drink from 2016.",Clos Triguedina,40,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2011 Clos Triguedina Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2011-clos-triguedina-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Jean-Luc Baldès 14.4,Red,US,"At first this seems severely curtailed, as the nose is shut down and the flavors compact. There is a spine of steel, and the underlying flavors of metal and mineral dominate the red currant fruit. Graphite and gravel notes add to the complexity. The suggestion: give this wine another half decade of aging at least.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Januik 2010 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2010-ciel-cheval-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Januik 13.5,White,France,"Bone dry yet rich wine, showing the potential intensity of Sylvaner. The wine is very ripe, spicy and concentrated with pepper and quince flavors. The wine should age, so drink from 2015.",Zotzenberg Grand Cru,37,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Boeckel 2011 Zotzenberg Grand Cru Sylvaner (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boeckel-2011-zotzenberg-grand-cru-other-white-sylvaner-alsace/,Sylvaner,2011,Boeckel 14.1,White,US,"There's an intensity to this Chardonnay that concentrates the lemon, lime and tropical-fruit flavors and gives them laser-like power. You'll also find plenty of new oak and a minerality that grounds the richness. This is one of those rare Chardonnays that will benefit from some age; drink from 2015–2018.",Wildcat Mountain Vineyard,35,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacRostie 2010 Wildcat Mountain Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2010-wildcat-mountain-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,MacRostie 19,Dessert,US,"This is a broad, leafy, late harvest Zinfandel, augmented with a splash of brandy. Mellow cherry tobacco flavors saturate the palate, smooth and lingering, with a lick of vanilla and butterscotch as they weave through the finish.",Port,16,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Thurston Wolfe 2010 Port Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2010-port-zinfandel-columbia-valley-wa/,Zinfandel,2010,Thurston Wolfe 14.5,Red,France,"Pressed purple flower, brambly blackberry, boysenberry and black cherry flesh take center stage on this rich, decadent wine. Nuances of oaky spice add depth to the lushly textured palate, with big tannins and a firm, mouthfilling texture that lingers long into the finish. Attractive now, but should also age well through the next three years.",Grand Terroir Tautavel Grenache-Syrah-Carignan,19,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages Tautavel,,Gérard Bertrand 2010 Grand Terroir Tautavel Grenache-Syrah-Carignan Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages Tautavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2010-grand-terroir-tautavel-grenache-syrah-carignan-red-cotes-villages-tautavel/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Gérard Bertrand 13,White,France,"A rich, ripe wine, striated with yellow fruits, acidity and spice from wood. It is warm and generous, while not losing sight of its origins in the streak of minerality. A fine, attractive wine that could do with another year's aging.",,28,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Evening Land 2011 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evening-land-2011-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2011,Evening Land 14.1,Red,US,"This is one of those Zinfandels that needs food. On its own, it's a rustic wine, sweet in red jam and raisins, tannic, acidic and fairly oaky. It has considerable complexity, coming from a century-old vineyard that contains at least a dozen grape varieties barely grown anymore in California. Will be excellent with any form of beef stew, short ribs, Mexican beef-centered food, or a lusty lasagna.",Heritage Vines Alegria Vineyards,40,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 2011 Heritage Vines Alegria Vineyards Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-2011-heritage-vines-alegria-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Acorn 13,Red,France,"Solid wine, powerful and concentrated. It has the weight of tannins, dark fruits and ripe fruitiness all well combined and with a good aging potential. Acidity adds a touch of freshness to the dark plum fruits. Give this wine 3–5 years.",Domaine Jean-Ernest Descombes,,90,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Domaine Jean-Ernest Descombes (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-domaine-jean-ernest-descombes-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 14.9,Red,US,"Loaded with pretty black-cherry flavor, this is a Cabernet-based, Bordeaux-style blend. Sourced from Klipsun, Red Willow, Olsen and Stillwater Creek, it shows a fair amount of stiff, slightly green tannins. The earthy subtext is all in proportion, and this plays like a young Bordeaux. Give it some extra breathing time.",Stella Mae,48,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sparkman 2010 Stella Mae Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2010-stella-mae-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Sparkman 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Made from 100% Chardonnay, this sparkling wine is absolutely delicious to drink now. It has vanilla, cream, lemon, lime and yeast flavors, accented with crisp acidity, and the bubbly mousse is soft and fine.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,38,90,California,North Coast,Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma-Marin,Schramsberg 2010 Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling (Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma-Marin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2010-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-north-coast-napa-mendocino-sonoma-marin/,Sparkling Blend,2010,Schramsberg 13.5,White,France,"Rich wine, full of yellow fruits, apricots and peaches that give ripeness. It has weight, a solidity that is balanced by the totally refreshing acidity. Hints of the wood aging give spice as well as adding to the rich effect. Age for 2–3 years.",Les Chaniots Premier Cru,25,90,Burgundy,Montagny,,Vignerons de Buxy 2010 Les Chaniots Premier Cru (Montagny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-buxy-2010-chaniots-premier-cru-chardonnay-montagny/,Chardonnay,2010,Vignerons de Buxy 14.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy aromas of clay accent core blackberry and cassis scents. Hailing from a warm year, it's not surprising that this feels lush and padded. Flavors of chunky blackberry, stewed plum and chocolate finish creamy, earthy and a touch flat. Drink this meaty, round, soft-bodied Toro now through 2016.",Gago,31,90,Northern Spain,Toro,,Telmo Rodríguez 2009 Gago (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2009-gago-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2009,Telmo Rodríguez 14,Red,US,"Lots of acidity in this dry, yet silky, Pinot Noir. It shows flavors of tart cranberries, persimmons and pomegranates, with a jacket of sweet oak. The alcohol is refreshingly low, which gives it a welcome delicacy. Should develop bottle notes over the next eight years, but it's so good now, there's no reason not to drink up.",Archer Family Vineyard,36,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Waits-Mast 2010 Archer Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waits-mast-2010-archer-family-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Waits-Mast 15.1,Red,US,"The chilly vintage has given this wine a toughness of tannins and acids that makes it difficult to appreciate now. And the toasty, sweet oak has not meshed yet with the fruit, which is rich in black currants and cassis liqueur. All signs point to the cellar. Hold until 2018, at least.",Wolff Vineyard,85,90,California,Napa,Yountville,Piña 2010 Wolff Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pina-2010-wolff-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Piña 12.5,Sparkling,US,"A blending of one-third Pinot Noir gives body and raspberry-strawberry flavors to this rosé, while the balance of Chardonnay brings elegance, bright acidity and tantalizing notes of oranges and limes. It's a lovely wine to drink now.",Brut Reserve Rosé,38,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa NV Brut Reserve Rosé Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-nv-brut-reserve-rose-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Napa 15.5,Red,Italy,"This Amarone has scents of plum, raisin and toasted oak. The palate delivers prune and black cherry flavors, accented by hints of chocolate. This is soft and round, and the palate is also somewhat evolved.",La Fabriseria,200,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tedeschi 2007 La Fabriseria (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tedeschi-2007-fabriseria-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2007,Tedeschi 10,Dessert,US,"This wine is full of intense honey, orange, apricot, lemon, crème brûlée, vanilla bean and buttered toast flavors. Too soft for all that richness, but it sure is delicious.",Winemaker's Release Late Harvest,30,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sonoma-Cutrer 2012 Winemaker's Release Late Harvest Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-cutrer-2012-winemakers-release-late-harvest-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Sonoma-Cutrer 12.5,Red,France,"From a traditional vineyard with old vines, this is a dense and structured wine. It has minerality, dark black fruits, a tense texture and a dry, tannic core. Drink from 2014.",La Passion,25,89,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Signé Vigneron 2012 La Passion (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2012-passion-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2012,Signé Vigneron 12.5,White,France,"Off-dry Riesling, rich, ripely textured and with great depth. This is a slightly spicy wine, full in the mouth and perfumed. Acidity gives shape and freshness to this apple and lime flavored wine. Drink after 2015.",Altenbourg,,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre and Charles Sparr 2011 Altenbourg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-charles-sparr-2011-altenbourg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Pierre and Charles Sparr 15.5,Red,Italy,"This Amarone has a fragrance of blackberry, plum and oak, all of which carry over to the palate alongside notes of black licorice and pepper. You'll also detect a warm midpalate and warmth of alcohol on the close.",Monte La Parte,47,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Piccoli 2008 Monte La Parte (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccoli-2008-monte-parte-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2008,Piccoli 15,Red,Argentina,"This is a new blend for B Crux, as Touriga Nacional is now part of the mix along with Malbec and Tempranillo. This smells savory and saucy, with a touch of blueberry and green related to the Touriga component. A lifted, lively mouthfeel supports reedy, lightly herbal berry and mint flavors, while cocoa, earth notes and baked flavors drive the finish.",B Crux,,89,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2009 B Crux Red (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2009-b-crux-red-uco-valley/,Red Blend,2009,O. Fournier 14.4,Red,US,"A smooth, almost satiny Merlot, with generous flavors of plum and cassis. The ample fruit is wrapped in darker flavors, providing a coating streaked with licorice, dusted with coffee grounds and finished with chocolate.",,23,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2010 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2010-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Novelty Hill 14.1,Red,US,"Here's a pure, single vineyard, deeply-fruited Malbec, loaded with blackberry and cassis. It shows the varietal highlights of peppery herb, bark and earth, with well-managed tannins and good balance overall.",Antoine Creek Vineyard,36,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Patterson 2011 Antoine Creek Vineyard Malbec (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patterson-2011-antoine-creek-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-yakima/,Malbec,2011,Patterson 14.8,Red,US,"The blend of this wine has changed significantly in 2010, now an equal mix of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with 9% Syrah. As with other J. Bookwalter reds, it is loaded with appealing barrel toast, in both aroma and flavor. The Syrah shines through, adding spice and ripe berry flavors.",Protagonist,55,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2010 Protagonist Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2010-protagonist-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,J. Bookwalter 13.9,Red,US,"While it's on the soft, fruity side, this single-vineyard Syrah has the depth and complexity of a fine wine. Showing black and red currant, cola, plum, sandalwood and spice flavors, it's boosted by refined tannins and a proper dryness. Ready to drink now.",Las Madres Vineyard,35,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Apsara 2011 Las Madres Vineyard Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apsara-2011-las-madres-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,2011,Apsara 13,Red,France,"The vineyard of the medieval Château de Mercey has produced a fully structured, fully fruity wine in 2010. It has ripe berry fruits, layers of acidity and a firm core of tannins. It should age over the next 3–4 years.",Château de Mercey,28,89,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Antonin Rodet 2010 Château de Mercey (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2010-chateau-mercey-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2010,Antonin Rodet 12.5,Sparkling,US,"This wine shows lots of finesse for the price. The mousse is exceptionally refined, carrying complex flavors of limes, strawberries, brioche, vanilla and honey. The blend is mostly Pinot Noir, with about 9% Chardonnay.",Sonoma Brut,24,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gloria Ferrer NV Sonoma Brut Sparkling (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-sonoma-brut-sparkling-sonoma-county-178054/,Sparkling Blend,,Gloria Ferrer 14.8,Red,US,"The most forward and drinkable of Foxen's many new 2011 Pinot Noirs. It's soft and juicy with raspberries and cherry flavors, plus subtleties of cola, sautéed wild mushrooms and sweet, toasty sandalwood. A pretty wine that's perfect with lamb.",John Sebastiano Vineyard,48,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foxen 2011 John Sebastiano Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2011-john-sebastiano-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Foxen 13.9,White,US,"Brightened with zesty, lime-juice acidity and a cooling minerality, this Chardonnay features ripe, forward tropical fruit, orange and peach flavors, with a touch of buttered toast and vanilla. It's fancy enough to drink now with shellfish, tuna tartare, stuffed mushrooms, tempura, or even an upscale pizza.",Fleur de Edna Winemaker Series,27,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Edna Valley Vineyard 2011 Fleur de Edna Winemaker Series Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-2011-fleur-winemaker-series-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Edna Valley Vineyard 13,Red,France,"Attractive and fruity wine with a twist of tannin over the juicy yet bitter cherry fruit. The wine has a sense of structure, firm and showing some wood as well as tannin. Worth aging another year.",Flower Label,,89,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Flower Label (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-flower-label-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 13,Red,France,"The entry level wine from Eugénie, this is a smooth, ripe wine, juicy and structured enough to give weight to the texture. The black currant fruits are already blossoming through the tannins. The wine should be ready to drink in 2014.",Tradition,16,89,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Eugénie 2010 Tradition Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-eugenie-2010-tradition-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2010,Château Eugénie 14.5,White,US,"While not as full-bodied and complex as the winery's Les Pionniers bottling, their Tradition is considerably less expensive. Like Pionniers, it's unoaked and bright with acidity, with savory citrus and tropical fruit, green grass, honey and spice flavors.",Tradition,30,89,California,North Coast,Sonoma County-Lake County,Captûre 2012 Tradition Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County-Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capture-2012-tradition-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast-sonoma-county-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Captûre 13.5,Red,Spain,"Savory, baked aromas of raisin, leather and spice control the nose on this traditional Rioja GR. The palate shows lively acidity and flavors of savory spices, oak, rubber and baked berries that finish with pulse and layering. This isn't great but it's a very good, classic Tempranillo.",Gran Reserva,,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baron De Ley 2007 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-ley-2007-gran-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Baron De Ley 13,Red,US,"This is a full-flavored Pinot Noir, brimming with cherry, cola, red licorice and earthier notes of sautéed wild mushrooms and spices. It's quite low in alcohol, which preserves the airy, silky texture you want in a nice Pinot. It's also a young wine. Give it six years in the cellar.",Rapley Trail Vineyard Estate Grown,65,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2011 Rapley Trail Vineyard Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2011-rapley-trail-vineyard-estate-grown-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2011,Thomas Fogarty 11.9,White,US,"Equal parts sweet oak and ripe fruit flavors, this Chardonnay could gain some traction with a few years in the bottle. It's rich with ripe Meyer lemons, limes, nectarines and guavas, with notes of buttered toast, vanilla and sweet cream.",Albutom Vineyard Estate Grown,56,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2010 Albutom Vineyard Estate Grown Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2010-albutom-vineyard-estate-grown-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2010,Thomas Fogarty 14.2,Red,US,"This is one of the better Tempranillos from Washington, with concentrated boysenberry, blueberry and raspberry fruit anchoring the flavors. It carries a nice whiff of bacon fat and is buoyed by a natural minerality.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Patterson 2010 Tempranillo (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patterson-2010-tempranillo-columbia-valley-wa/,Tempranillo,2010,Patterson 13,White,Italy,"Here's a Pinot Grigio with structure and personality, proving why Friuli is Italy's white wine capital. It's loaded with creamy green apple and pear sensations uplifted by energizing mineral notes. The finish is crisp and clean.",,30,90,,Collio,,Mario Schiopetto 2011 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-schiopetto-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Mario Schiopetto 14.8,Red,US,"Lots of black currant, cocoa and cassis liqueur flavors in this bone dry Cabernet. It's also strong in tannins, giving it a lockdown quality that feels like sandpaper in the mouth. There's also some heat from alcohol, which might limit its longterm aging possibilities. Try in 2018.",Megandina,88,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,On Q 2010 Megandina Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/on-q-2010-megandina-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,On Q 14.4,Red,US,"The vineyard-designated wines from Novelty Hill consistently reflect the site in terms of a deep-seated earthy, herbal character. It's quite like a modern Bordeaux, taking the cassis fruit as a base and cloaking it with toasted flavors from earth and barrel.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,23,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2010 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2010-stillwater-creek-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Novelty Hill 12,Sparkling,Spain,"This vintage no-dosage Cava is naturally smoky smelling and crisp as a whistle, with apple aromas. It feels entirely fresh and full of energy, with lemon, underripe pineapple and apple flavors. The finish is pure, and as you'd expect from a top-notch brut nature, minerally and elegant.",Aureum Gran Reserva,51,90,Catalonia,Cava,,Mont Marçal 2008 Aureum Gran Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-marcal-2008-aureum-gran-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Mont Marçal 14,Red,US,"Perhaps the most accessible of Melville's new 2011s, the Sandy's exhibits cherry, pomegranate and sweet red plum fruit flavors, leading to a long, spicy finish. It's round and mellow in the mouth, with a nice tang of acidity. Drink now–2016.",Sandy's Estate,50,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2011 Sandy's Estate Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2011-sandys-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Melville 13.5,White,US,"This is a great success, showing brisk acidity and savory lemon, lime, grapefruit and mango flavors. There's a delicious richness to the palate, even though the wine was fermented and aged in stainless steel.",,16,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Dry Creek Vineyard 12.2,Sparkling,US,"Deliciousness marks this blend of 92% Pinot Noir and 8% Chardonnay. It's forward and sweet in raspberries, strawberries and vanilla, with hints of brioche, white chocolate and buttered toast. Gorgeous all by itself, it will pair well with everything from sushi to steak.",Blanc de Noirs,24,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer NV Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-blanc-de-noirs-sparkling-carneros-178055/,Sparkling Blend,,Gloria Ferrer 12.9,Sparkling,US,"Made from 100% Chardonnay, this wine is marketed to celebrate wedding anniversaries. It's as light as a feather, with a fine, silky mousse framing orange, lime, vanilla, honey and yeasty sourdough flavors. Delicious and elegant, it's a wine to toast with almost anything, including wedding cake.",Anniversary Cuvée,40,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2008 Anniversary Cuvée Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2008-anniversary-cuvee-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Gloria Ferrer 13.9,Red,Argentina,"This is heady and savory smelling, with a mild burnt-leaf component to the bouquet. The palate is stacked to the max, and dense in feel, with toast, espresso, hickory and baked berry flavors. On the finish, a hazelnut note blends with chocolate, licorice and toasted flavors.",Calathus Roble,29,90,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Finca Don Carlos 2010 Calathus Roble Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-don-carlos-2010-calathus-roble-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2010,Finca Don Carlos 12.5,White,France,"From one of the rare Chardonnay vineyards in Nuits-St-Georges comes this delicious, fruity, perfumed wine. Apples, quince and hints of yellow fruits are all present, along with a tighter texture and balanced acidity. Keep for a few years and drink from 2016.",Domaine des Perdrix Les Terres Blanches Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Domaine des Perdrix Les Terres Blanches Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-domaine-perdrix-terres-blanches-premier-cru-chardonnay-nuits-st-georges/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaines Devillard 13,Red,France,"With very ripe fruit from a well-exposed vineyard, this wine that is rich and smooth, packed with black plums, prunes, an open texture and opulence. With the background tannins, it will certainly age. Drink from 2015.",Château Pech de Jammes,24,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2010 Château Pech de Jammes Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2010-chateau-pech-jammes-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Georges Vigouroux 14,Red,France,"From one of the highest vineyards in Cahors, this mineral, textured wine brings out the firmest tannins at this young stage. It is complex, powerful, full of structured, very dry. Underneath, there is a great weight of black fruit waiting to come out. Drink from 2016.",Château de Haute-Serre,24,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2010 Château de Haute-Serre Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2010-chateau-de-haute-serre-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Georges Vigouroux 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an elegant selection that shows ample structure and balance. It has a lovely bouquet of wisteria, iris, blackberry, nutmeg and vanilla. The palate is still a bit shy but shows ripe plum, black cherry, carob, licorice and well-integrated oak notes. Give this another year to unwind.",Campedel,23,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso Classico,,Gamba Gnirega 2010 Campedel (Valpolicella Ripasso Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamba-gnirega-2010-campedel-red-valpolicella-ripasso-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Gamba Gnirega 14.2,Red,US,"After years of producing a basic Sonoma County Pinot, the winery turns to the coast for this blend of several vineyards. The results are wonderful. The wine is rich and expressive in raspberries and cherries, with touches of bacon, cola and the sweetness of new French oak. Drink this silky wine now.",,24,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Chateau St. Jean 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Chateau St. Jean 16.5,Red,Italy,"This Amarone has aromas of ripe black fruit and vanilla. The palate delivers plum and blackberry flavors layered with chocolate and oak. It's not overly complex, but the big fruit and spice flavors satisfy. It's fast approaching its ideal drinking window, so enjoy soon.",,110,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Corte Aleardi 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-aleardi-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2007,Corte Aleardi 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a delicious and well-balanced ripasso that combines the freshness of Valpolicella with the structure of Amarone. It has lingering aromas of blackberry, licorice and graphite, with a whiff of moist earth. The palate delivers plum, prune, carob and nutmeg flavors, along with polished tannins and fresh acidity.",,17,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,David Sterza 2011 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-sterza-2011-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,David Sterza 13.4,Red,US,"This is a fine-tuned, pure varietal Cabernet, sourced from a vineyard planted in 1989. Boysenberries, cherries, red and black licorice and notes of coffee and pepper are all in play, buoyed by lively acidity and brightened with light baking spices. Despite its elegant frame, it has some mid-term aging potential and should be cellared for another 3–5 years for maximum enjoyment.",Estate,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2011 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2011-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Airfield Estates 14,Red,Italy,"Made from 30% dried grapes in the Amarone method, this delicious wine is loaded with mouthwatering black cherry, carob and fig flavors, with touches of mocha and nutmeg. It's silky smooth, with polished tannins, fresh acidity and depth that offers effortless drinkability and pleasure.",Palazzo della Torre,22,90,Veneto,Veronese,,Allegrini 2010 Palazzo della Torre Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2010-palazzo-della-torre-red-veronese/,Red Blend,2010,Allegrini 14.5,Red,US,"A solid Napa Cabernet, dry and tannic, with classic blackberry, black currant, mocha and mineral flavors. Continues the winery's recent tradition of offering excellent Cabernet at a fair price.",,28,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Black Stallion 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-stallion-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Black Stallion 13,White,US,"The winery is better known for Pinot Noir, but now turns to Chardonnay, with good results. The little-known appellation is in the middle of the warm-cool Sonoma spectrum, and the wine shows ripe orange, pear and pineapple flavors, brightened with crisp acidity.",,24,90,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Bennett Valley Cellars 2010 Chardonnay (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennett-valley-cellars-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Bennett Valley Cellars 14.5,White,US,"This lovely Chardonnay shows cool climate flavors at their best, in a warm, ripe vintage. Racy, spicy, bright and with pinpoint focus, it brings great minerality and texture to a core of citrus, cucumber and green melon fruit. Very refreshing, with a creamy mouthfeel and little or no oak influence.",,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2012 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2012-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2012,L'Ecole No. 41 14.3,White,US,"This wine is honeyed and mellow, but wonderfully crisp and clean at the same time. Fermented and aged without oak, it stars lemon, lime, apricot, green apple and white pepper flavors. Made from fruit sourced from the Jardine Vineyard.",Estate,14,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2012 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2012-estate-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Vina Robles 14.5,Red,France,"Aged in wood, this is a smooth and polished wine, opulent at the start and then developing firmer tannins, red plum skin flavors and a straight line of acidity. It is weighty, but wears this well, a wine that is elegant as well as powerful. Drink from 2016.",Ambroise de l'Her,13,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Nozières 2010 Ambroise de l'Her Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nozieres-2010-ambroise-lher-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Château Nozières 13.9,White,US,"The Meadors were pioneers in these parts of the Salinas Valley, where their estate vineyard has yielded this high-acid, minerally wine. There's a scour of cold steel that penetrates subtle citrus, tropical fruit, jasmine and apricot flavors. Finishes quite dry.",Meador Estate Vineyard,26,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Blair 2012 Meador Estate Vineyard Pinot Gris (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blair-2012-meador-estate-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Gris,2012,Blair ,Red,Italy,"This wine has a fragrance of ripe black fruits, raisin and spice, with hints of smoke. On the palate, it shows dense black cherry and black pepper flavors wrapped in a velvety texture and layered with chocolate and nutmeg accents.",Riserva Le Origini,,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Bolla 2008 Riserva Le Origini (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2008-riserva-le-origini-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2008,Bolla 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This delightful sparkling wine has an enticing fragrance of baked pastries, citrus and walnut. The palate is refined, with small, smooth bubbles and flavors of green apple, lemon-cream pie and a dry, nutty finish.",S. C. 1931,28,90,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bellenda 2010 S. C. 1931 (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellenda-2010-s-c-1931-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Bellenda 16.5,Red,Italy,"Aromas of mature black fruit, spice and well-integrated oak sensations lead the nose of this wine, and carry through to the palate, along with vanilla, espresso and white chocolate notes. Pair this with spicy red-meat dishes or stews.",Riserva Campo dei Titari,90,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Brunelli 2008 Riserva Campo dei Titari (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brunelli-2008-riserva-campo-titari-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2008,Brunelli 13.4,Rose,US,"This barrel fermented rosé blends saignéed juice from five different varieties, mostly Sangiovese and Grenache. A rosy peach color leads into similar flavors, along with oranges and citrus. It's bone dry, yet has the ripeness to feel fully rounded out in the mouth. One of the best rosés of the season.",Abracadabra,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Brian Carter 2012 Abracadabra Rosé (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2012-abracadabra-rose-columbia-valley-wa/,Rosé,2012,Brian Carter 13.5,White,US,"This pure, single vineyard Viognier enters the mouth rather soft and silky, with well-structured flavors of cantaloupe melon, grapefruit and pineapple. It shows good concentration, focus and length, and will age nicely for another five or six years.",Elephant Mountain Vineyard,31,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Ott & Murphy 2011 Elephant Mountain Vineyard Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ott-murphy-2011-elephant-mountain-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2011,Ott & Murphy 14.5,Red,US,"Made by Jillian Johnson, who long ago fell in love with the Bechthold Vineyard and whose last few vintages were under the Phoenix Ranch name. This is her first Onesta Cinsault. Shy, it takes some coaxing to reveal itself, blossoming into a textured, lean mix of the vineyard's classic rhubarb flavor with a bit of strawberry mixed in. Streaks of spicy pepper come to life on the finish.",Bechthold Vineyard,28,90,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Onesta 2011 Bechthold Vineyard Cinsault (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/onesta-2011-bechthold-vineyard-other-red-cinsault-central-valley-lodi/,Cinsault,2011,Onesta 14.4,Red,US,"The Stillwater Creek vineyard brings signature elements of herb, earth and green tea, along with cool climate berry flavors. It's still young and tight, but the dark, roasted, slightly smoky notes add extra interest and dimension.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2010 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2010-stillwater-creek-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2010,Novelty Hill 13.9,Red,US,"This is a huge Cabernet, explosive in oak-infused black currants, dark chocolate, licorice and cola. It's tannic, and there's a burst of acidity that gives it a welcome freshness. Impressive as it is, it's too much of everything now, an elephant in the china shop on a rampage. Needs time to settle down. Give it until 2017.",,75,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ackerman 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ackerman-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Ackerman 16.5,Red,Italy,"This Amarone offers a layered bouquet of forest floor, leather and raisin. The lush palate delivers baked plum, dark fruit and cinnamon flavors, along with accents of baking spice. It doesn't have a lot of complexity, but it's delicious and already drinking well.",Ca' Coato,52,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Antolini 2009 Ca' Coato (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antolini-2009-ca-coato-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Antolini 14.1,Red,US,"Pure Syrah from the Boushey vineyard, this is wound tightly around a core of pomegranate and cassis. Threads of licorice, coffee grounds and liquid smoke provide darker highlights, while the lingering finish offers details of dried leaves and herbs.",Boushey,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Forgeron 2010 Boushey Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2010-boushey-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2010,Forgeron 14,White,France,"Ripe and spicy, this is an opulent wine, showing great swathes of tropical fruits as well as pepper and just the right amount of acidity. The wine is rich, intense, concentrated and needs to age. Drink from 2016.",Cuvée Particulière,17,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Marc Bernhard 2011 Cuvée Particulière Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-marc-bernhard-2011-cuvee-particuliere-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2011,Jean-Marc Bernhard 14.2,Red,US,"El Coro is a block in the Petaluma Gap estate vineyard that is exposed to the winds. That may account for the wine's tight, closed quality. It's brisk in acidity and strong in tannins, although it preserves Pinot's light, silky texture. The fruits are intensely concentrated in raspberries, cranberries and currants. No reason why this Pinot shouldn't develop in the bottle beyond 2018.",El Coro,52,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller Estate 2010 El Coro Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-estate-2010-el-coro-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Keller Estate 12,Sparkling,France,"Now completely mature, this is a toasty, while fragrant wine, rounded and rich. It brings out the warmth of the vintage without losing the right acidity and flavor intensity. It is now completely ready to drink.",Les Trois Saints Brut Nature,59,90,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Louis Bouillot 2003 Les Trois Saints Brut Nature (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bouillot-2003-trois-saints-brut-nature-chardonnay-cremant-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2003,Louis Bouillot 15,Red,France,"A rich and dense selection, this offers intense aromas and flavors of black plum, boysenberry and blackberry, layered with notes of milk chocolate, licorice root and baking spice. The texture is full but not overdone, with a firm yet approachable tannins and a lingering finish.",Roc Amour,36,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages Tautavel,,Les Vignerons de Tautavel Vingrau 2009 Roc Amour Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages Tautavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-tautavel-vingrau-2009-roc-amour-red-cotes-villages-tautavel/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Les Vignerons de Tautavel Vingrau 14,Rose,US,"Stillwater Creek is the source of this 2012 rosé of Sangiovese, which sports a color that could easily be mistaken for Bandol. It's drinking very well, with complex flavors of strawberry and baking spices, nicely integrated.",Rosé of,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Lauren Ashton Cellars 2012 Rosé of Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lauren-ashton-cellars-2012-rose-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2012,Lauren Ashton Cellars 14.1,Red,US,"This is a ripe, vigorous young Petite Sirah. It's strong in tannins, with just enough acidity to make the black currant, roasted meat, plum and cedar flavors bright. This needs time; give it 5–6 years, and it should glide through 2020.",,39,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 2010 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-2010-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2010,Stags' Leap Winery 13.5,Red,US,"Shows the richness and balance of Stag's Leap Cabernets, with firm tannins housing solid flavors of blackberries, black cherries and black currants. Blended with 12% Merlot, it's voluptuous and delicious to drink now, and should develop bottle complexity over the next eight years.",ARTEMIS,55,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2010 ARTEMIS Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2010-artemis-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 14.1,Red,US,Grapes from the Riverbend and Lewis vineyards are often featured in far more expensive bottles. Here they create a 50/50 blend with bright boysenberry fruit and a generous dash of spice and pepper.,Commander Comet,25,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Soos Creek 2010 Commander Comet Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2010-commander-comet-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2010,Soos Creek 15.5,Red,Italy,"This is delicious and forward, with aromas of ripe plum, spice and raisin. The rich palate delivers opulent black fruit flavors along with black licorice and white pepper notes. This is big, soft and open, and should be enjoyed soon.",Corte Majoli,30,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tezza 2009 Corte Majoli (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tezza-2009-corte-majoli-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2009,Tezza 16.5,Red,Italy,"Proemio has a bouquet of mature black fruit and mushroom, layered with bitter almond. The warm palate delivers ripe raspberry and prune flavors, accented by black pepper and nutmeg. This is already developing complexity but is fast approaching its ideal drinking window, so enjoy soon.",Proemio,75,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Santi 2007 Proemio (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santi-2007-proemio-amarone-della-valpolicella-177574/,Red Blend,2007,Santi 14.5,Red,US,"Another solid effort from this young winery, the Cabernet is augmented with a 12% mix of Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cab Franc. Compact and clean, it puts on a display of well-structured cranberry, cherry and cassis fruit, lightly tasting of savory earth, pencil lead and bark.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Elevation Cellars 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elevation-cellars-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Elevation Cellars 14.9,Red,US,"The Chester|Kidder Red gets an extra year in barrel and bottle prior to release. It's 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Syrah and 17% Petit Verdot, yielding a big bruiser of a red that is oaky and tannic, with black cherry and cassis under substantial flavors of char, smoke and toast.",,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chester Kidder 2009 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chester-kidder-2009-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2009,Chester Kidder 13,White,France,"A soft wine, generously proportioned and with ripe peach and apricot fruits. Floral, perfumed, picking up in its texture the chalk soil of the vineyard, it has a fine structure as well as rich fruits and cutting acidity. Drink from 2015.",En Pierrelet,,90,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Domaines Devillard 2011 En Pierrelet (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-en-pierrelet-chardonnay-mercurey/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaines Devillard 13.5,Red,France,"Very structured wine, firmly anchored to a tannic core. The wine has weight, blackberry fruit and dark cherry flavors. It is rich, full-bodied, with great swathes of juicy fruit and acidity. Drink from 2016.",Château de Chamirey Clos du Roi Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Château de Chamirey Clos du Roi Premier Cru (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-chateau-chamirey-clos-roi-premier-cru-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaines Devillard 15,Red,Italy,"Here's a straightforward Amarone, with dense black fruit and spice aromas. The palate delivers blackberry, plum and raisin flavors, with white pepper and chocolate accents. It doesn't have a lot of complexity, but is delicious and ready to drink.",Vigneti Vallata di Marano,75,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Giuseppe Campagnola 2009 Vigneti Vallata di Marano (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-campagnola-2009-vigneti-vallata-marano-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Giuseppe Campagnola 15,Red,Italy,"This Amarone has ripe blackberry aromas, with hints of raisin and spice. The palate shows black cherry, black pepper and prune notes. It has tight tannins and fresh acidity, but needs time to unwind and develop; drink after 2016.",,50,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Farina 2010 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farina-2010-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Farina 14.8,Red,US,"This 100% Merlot is fruit forward in cherry pie and chocolate flavors, it's hard to resist drinking it now. But it's also quite tannic. The overall depth and balance strongly suggest that it will hold, and possibly develop, over the next four years.",Vintner Select Cuvée,75,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2009 Vintner Select Cuvée Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2009-vintner-select-cuvee-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2009,Pride Mountain 13,Red,France,"This is a concentrated, firm and tannic wine. It has a structured feel from Chiroubles, which are the highest vineyards in Beaujolais. With its black fruits, dark tannins and concentrated texture, it could certainly age for 2–3 years, although it is ready to drink now.",Domaine des Pontheux,,90,Beaujolais,Chiroubles,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Domaine des Pontheux (Chiroubles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-domaine-pontheux-gamay-chiroubles/,Gamay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 14.5,Red,US,"Give this Cabernet high marks for sheer lusciousness. It's ripe in blackberries, black cherries and currants, with a veneer of sweet oak. Not a longterm ager, so drink over the next five years.",,65,90,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Frias 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frias-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Frias 15,Red,Argentina,"Blackberry and cassis aromas blend seamlessly with varietal scents of herbs and leaves. This Cab Franc feels crisp yet flush, with laudable structure and vital acidity. Flavors of leafy, spicy berry and plum finish with peppery notes, a jolt of salinity and heft.",Gran Las Divas Vineyard,35,90,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Riglos 2010 Gran Las Divas Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riglos-2010-gran-las-divas-vineyard-cabernet-franc-tupungato/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Riglos 13.9,Red,US,"The current releases from Scarborough show a winemaker dedicated to obtaining excellent fruit and experimenting with an interesting range of barrel sizes and sources. Here it all works well, a Southern Rhône-style mix of Grenache, Mourvèdre, Counoise and Cinsault with a flinty, mineral base note. There's a sweet-tart cherry core and a lick of peppery spice that livens up the finish.",Midnight,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Scarborough 2010 Midnight Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scarborough-2010-midnight-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Scarborough 14.2,Red,US,"This blend of the two Cabernets is, in a word, delicious. It's rich in blackberries, cherries and raspberries, but is no mere fruit bomb. The tannins are firm and fine, the acidity is bright, and for all the sweetness, the finish is dry. At the age of five years or so, the wine has achieved a mellowness that makes it good for drinking now.",,42,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,S. P. Drummer 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/s-p-drummer-2008-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc,2008,S. P. Drummer 16.5,Red,Italy,"This muscular Amarone has an almost overripe fragrance, along with chocolate and vanilla notes. The alcohol is forward on the palate, but it also delivers sweet plum, prune and black pepper flavor, with hints of vanilla and coffee. This is direct and powerfully structured.",Sergio Zenato Riserva,125,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Zenato 2007 Sergio Zenato Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2007-sergio-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2007,Zenato 14,White,US,"Inox is the winery's unoaked Chardonnay, the first of the vintage. This bottling provides a promising glimpse into the quality of the 2012s. It's so rich and ripe in citrus and tropical fruits, you won't miss the barrel influence. Try now with sushi, tuna tartare, or a salad of bitter greens, tropical fruits and feta cheese.",Clone 76 Inox Estate,36,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2012 Clone 76 Inox Estate Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2012-clone-76-inox-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2012,Melville 12.5,Sparkling,US,"This brut-style bubbly is comprised of 67% Pinot Noir and 33% Chardonnay and shows aspects of both varieties. It's fairly full bodied, with raspberry, strawberry, lime, brioche, vanilla and toast flavors. Feels elegant, complex and lush in the mouth, and should develop additional bottle notes over the next six years.",Royal Cuvée,32,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2005 Royal Cuvée Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2005-royal-cuvee-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Gloria Ferrer 14.8,Red,US,"This is 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot and 3% Syrah. It's toasty to the max, with scents and flavors of coffee and smoke as much as berry and cassis. There is great acid/tannin balance and some additional years of bottle age should help to bring out more of the fruit.",Foreshadow,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2010 Foreshadow Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2010-foreshadow-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,J. Bookwalter 13,Red,France,"Coming from the Basque country, this blend of Cabernet Franc and Tannat is both perfumed and firmly structured. It is a solid wine, showing its wood aging while bringing out great ripe berry fruits. Drink from 2014.",Donibane,,90,Southwest France,Irrouléguy,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2011 Donibane Red (Irrouléguy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2011-donibane-red-irrouleguy/,Red Blend,2011,Lionel Osmin & Cie 13.5,Red,France,"This is vibrant and expressive, with upfront purple-flower fragrances of violet and iris mixed with fruity tones of boysenberry and raspberry sauce. The crushed-silk texture offers medium tannins, ample acidity and skin-driven fruit flavors. Roasted coffee bean and sweet smoke accents mark the lingering finish.",,24,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages Caramany,,Les Villages de Terroir Catalan 2010 Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages Caramany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villages-terroir-catalan-2010-red-cotes-villages-caramany/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Les Villages de Terroir Catalan 14.2,Red,US,"Leaner and tighter than this bottling has been the previous few vintages, this wine is showing hard tannins obscure in plum, black cherry pie and mocha flavors. Yet it's a balanced wine, which should develop bottle complexity after 2016.",La Cruz Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller Estate 2010 La Cruz Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-estate-2010-cruz-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Keller Estate 15.7,Red,US,"This is a good example of the high-alcohol style of warmth and deliciousness. While it's not common for Stags Leap wines to have these characteristics, it is incredibly deep in black cherries, milk chocolate and oak, with a spicy finish that goes on for a long time, indicating the power of this Cabernet. Drink over the next six years.",,150,90,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Hall 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hall 12.5,Dessert,Austria,"his blend has a spicy character, balanced with acidity and a ripe, full honeyed character. On the dry side, it has richness, pepper and a deep texture that demands aging. Drink from 2017.",Ruster Ausbruch,,90,Burgenland,,,Heidi Schröck 2010 Ruster Ausbruch White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidi-schrock-2010-ruster-ausbruch-white-burgenland/,White Blend,2010,Heidi Schröck 12.5,White,France,"A complex wine, full of tight textures, apple skins and mineral acidity. This is a wine for aging, its wood character beautifully judged, rounding out the crisp final texture. Drink from 2016.",Montée de Tonnerre Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,Damien et Romain Bouchard 2011 Montée de Tonnerre Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damien-romain-bouchard-2011-montee-tonnerre-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Damien et Romain Bouchard 14.5,Red,US,"This 95% Cabernet Sauvignon with the balance of Merlot, Syrah and Malbec, is immediately accessible with notes of char, roasted coffee bean and cherry. The palate is rich, chocolaty and seamlessly stitched together.",Canoe Ridge Estate,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Chateau Ste. Michelle 2010 Canoe Ridge Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2010-canoe-ridge-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14.4,Red,US,"Rich in black cherry jam, mocha and toasty oak flavors, this wine offers the firm tannins and minerality that give a young Spring Mountain Cabernet its noticeable characteristics. Give it eight years to begin to come around.",,65,90,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Eponymous 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eponymous-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Eponymous 14.3,Red,US,"A larger selection from Signal Ridge, Bravium's main bottling is still tiny production, light on its feet and aromatic in rose petal and violet. With notes of black cherry and pomegranate its tannins are silky and the wine deliciously priced.",Signal Ridge Vineyard,34,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Bravium 2011 Signal Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bravium-2011-signal-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2011,Bravium 14.5,Red,France,"Ripe, jammy black-fruit sensations dominate the nose and mouth of this wine, with lush, expressive notes of blackberry, black raspberry and boysenberry preserves. The texture is like crushed satin, with medium-plus yet fine tannins and a cocoa-kissed finish. Enjoyable now, but should develop additional complexities after 2016.",Serge & Nicolas,24,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Maury Sec,,Domaine Cabirau 2011 Serge & Nicolas Red (Maury Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cabirau-2011-serge-nicolas-red-maury-sec/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Domaine Cabirau 13.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy, mildly leafy aromas of dried red fruits and vanilla are textbook for Rioja gran reserva. A medium-bodied palate shows balsamic richness along with flavors of prune, raisin, cassis and loamy earth. This is mild but solid on the finish, with a quick fade to the fruit component. Drink now.",Viña Muriel Gran Reserva,50,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Muriel 2004 Viña Muriel Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-muriel-2004-vina-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Bodegas Muriel 13,Red,France,"Givry is one of the unsung values in Burgundy. This ripe and structured wine shows why. It has weight, a firm texture and red plum and strawberry fruit flavors. All these elements are held together by a dark sense of tannin and fine acidity.",,35,90,Burgundy,Givry,,Antonin Rodet 2010 Givry,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2010-pinot-noir-givry/,Pinot Noir,2010,Antonin Rodet 16.6,Red,US,"This is a blockbuster-sized Grenache, intensely fragrant in charcuterie and raspberry liqueur. While meaty it is also soft, reflective of its 25% new French oak and a statement on the power of Fair Play's granite soils. Pair with robust fare for this is not a wine that will sit quietly in the corner.",Sharon's Vineyard,39,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Fair Play,Baiocchi Wines 2010 Sharon's Vineyard Grenache (Fair Play),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baiocchi-wines-2010-sharons-vineyard-grenache-sierra-foothills-fair-play/,Grenache,2010,Baiocchi Wines 16,Red,Italy,"This Amarone has aromas of mature and ripe black cherry, along with hints of bell pepper and spice. The palate shows a rich concentration of ripe plum, fig, chocolate and licorice, layered with smoky notes.",,57,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Arduini 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arduini-2009-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Arduini 13,Sparkling,US,"This sparkling wine is one of the best from Chandon in years. There's a soft refinement to the mousse, making it just as good as its more expensive rivals. Shows complex flavors of yeast, limes, oranges, vanilla and honey.",Vintage Brut,45,90,California,Napa,Yountville,Chandon 2008 Vintage Brut Sparkling (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-2008-vintage-brut-sparkling-napa-yountville/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Chandon 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"So ripe, rich and tempered with acidity, this is already an attractive wine. The backbone of tannins is given a velvet surround—perfumed, ripe and richly juicy. Black fruit comes through strongly, packed with sweetness. Likely to have a medium-term future.",Presidential Vintage,,90,Port,,,C. da Silva 2011 Presidential Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/c-silva-2011-presidential-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,C. da Silva 14.2,Red,US,"This is Brian Carter's take on a “Super Tuscan” blend—predominantly Sangiovese, blended with 22% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Syrah. The lovely aromatics capture a sense of the elusive Sangiovese rose-petal accents, while the fruit leans toward wild currant and raspberry. The wine has the acidity and overall balance to age for a number of years.",Tuttorosso,33,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Brian Carter 2009 Tuttorosso Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2009-tuttorosso-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2009,Brian Carter 15.5,Red,Italy,"The nose of this wine leads with forward oak and vanilla aromas. The palate offers more personality and ripe, luscious fruit flavors, with additional notes of spice and toast. While it shows some complexity, it's fast approaching its optimum drinking window, so enjoy soon.",,150,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Zymè 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zyme-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2006,Zymè 12.5,Red,France,"Black currant and red fruits dominate this warm and ripe wine. There is good structure, a layer of dryness that brings out the shape of the wine while emphasizing the fine acidity and aging potential. Give this wine at least 2–3 years.",Clos Jus Premier Cru,30,90,Burgundy,Givry,,Vignerons de Buxy 2010 Clos Jus Premier Cru (Givry),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-buxy-2010-clos-jus-premier-cru-pinot-noir-givry/,Pinot Noir,2010,Vignerons de Buxy 14,Red,Italy,"This is rich in black cherry flavors, with layered accents of white pepper, almond and walnut. It's the perfect marriage between the elegance of Valpolicella and the structure of Amarone. Imported by Panebianco, Vinity Wine Company.",Semonte Alto,26,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Venturini Massimino 2009 Semonte Alto (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venturini-massimino-2009-semonte-alto-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2009,Venturini Massimino 14.8,Red,US,"Conflict is two thirds Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, and 8% Cabernet Franc. Smoke wreathes around deep cherry candy flavors, leading into some chewy tannins dusted with savory herbs.",Conner Lee Vineyard Conflict,55,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2010 Conner Lee Vineyard Conflict Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2010-conner-lee-vineyard-conflict-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,J. Bookwalter 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A full, yet fresh wine, with considerable acidity as well as tight black-currant fruit and a firm core of dry tannins. As it opens, the tannins strengthen, yielding a wine that has power as well as fruitiness.",Vintage,,91,Port,,,Quinta da Prelada 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-prelada-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Quinta da Prelada 13.9,White,US,"A fine companion to the winery's Lumière Chardonnay, this takes the grape in a much different direction. Here old vine grapes fall under the influence of barrel fermentation with wild yeast. Aged in 40% new French oak, and (presumably) put through malolactic fermentation, it's a buttery bonbon of a wine, tasting of brioche and baked apples, with a silky smooth finish.",Enlightenment,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Sparkman 2011 Enlightenment Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2011-enlightenment-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2011,Sparkman 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Crafted from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, in almost equal parts, this delicately tinted wine is subtle with flavors of strawberries, peaches and oranges. It has a honeyed finish, making it slightly off-dry. The acidity is pitch perfect and the mousse is fine and silky.",DVX Rosé,70,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa 2007 DVX Rosé Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-2007-dvx-rose-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Mumm Napa 14.5,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-style blend is 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Petit Verdot and 9% Merlot. The PV shows through in the ripe, textural tannins. The concentrated berry and cassis fruit is annotated with barrel notes of vanilla, coffee and tobacco. This is a hand-crafted wine with distinctive, albeit somewhat rustic, appeal.",Intrépide,36,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ott & Murphy 2009 Intrépide Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ott-murphy-2009-intrepide-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Ott & Murphy 14.5,Red,US,"Shows intensely concentrated raspberry and cherry fruit, with an earthy note of sweet beetroot and a dusting of exotic crushed hard spices. Fully dry and full-bodied, with a silky texture, it has a good vein of acidity that will balance out rich meats and cheeses. Drink now–2019, depending on how mature you like your Pinot.",Block M Estate,56,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2011 Block M Estate Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2011-block-m-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Melville 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Just what you want a blush bubbly to be. The color is a pretty orange-copper, with glints of gold. The aromas of oranges, peaches, Meyer lemons, limes, strawberries and brioche are enticing. Once in the mouth, the wine is softly crisp and silky, finishing with a touch of honey. The blend is 92% Pinot Noir and 8% Chardonnay.",Brut Rosé,42,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2008 Brut Rosé Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2008-brut-rose-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Gloria Ferrer 13.5,Red,Spain,"A mix of raisin and tomato on the bouquet is touched up by spice notes. This has a medium-weight body and hard tannins in front of live-wire plum, raspberry and mild herbal flavors. A spicy, lengthy finish is just right for Rioja gran reserva, and this still has time left on the clock, so drink now or hold through 2020.",Gran Reserva,25,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca del Marquesado 2004 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-marquesado-2004-gran-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Finca del Marquesado 12.2,White,US,"This is a beautiful Riesling. It's not totally dry, like the label says, because there's a vein of honey that enriches the orange, apricot and white flower flavors, and persists into the finish. The acidity is ample, and there's a minerality that suggests steel and stones.",Rodney's Vineyard Dry,24,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2012 Rodney's Vineyard Dry Riesling (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2012-rodneys-vineyard-dry-riesling-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Riesling,2012,Fess Parker 13.5,White,France,"Pale gold colored wine with a soft texture, light wood touches and ripe yellow fruits. The wine is rich, warm, opulent in character, open and fruity. A touch of texture brings out the acidity at the end.",Château de Chamirey La Mission Premier Cru,50,91,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Château de Chamirey La Mission Premier Cru (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-chateau-chamirey-mission-premier-cru-chardonnay-mercurey/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaines Devillard 13.5,Red,France,"The bishop's (Evêque) vineyard has produced a stylish, full-flavored wine, densely packed with black cherry, ripe tannins and a juicy, fruity character. It is a dense wine with tannins that promise good aging. Drink from 2016.",Château de Chamirey Clos l'Evêque Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Château de Chamirey Clos l'Evêque Premier Cru (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-chateau-chamirey-clos-leveque-premier-cru-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaines Devillard 13.5,Red,US,"A pretty Pinot, showing just the right balance of weight and fruit. It's light and silky in the mouth, but the raspberry and dried red currant flavorsare developed and delicious. With crisp acidity, it's fine for drinking now with lamb, steak, salmon or tuna.",,42,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Cinnabar 2011 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2011,Cinnabar 14.8,White,US,"This is a knife-sharp Viognier, offering precise, chiseled flavors of citrus rind, Meyer lemon and grapefruit. The piercing acidity belies a wine whose flavors are fully ripe, and deliver an extended, mineral-drenched finish.",Les Collines Vineyard,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Burnt Bridge 2012 Les Collines Vineyard Viognier (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burnt-bridge-2012-collines-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Viognier,2012,Burnt Bridge 12,Sparkling,France,"Effectively a Blanc de Blancs, although not labeled as such, this is a crisp, steely, mineral wine. It has a Chablis-like cut and thrust of citrus and apple fruit flavors, bright and fruity, although with an attractive bottle age toast.",Brut,25,91,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Bailly-Lapierre NV Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailly-lapierre-nv-brut-chardonnay-cremant-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,,Bailly-Lapierre 12,Sparkling,France,"Named after the delicious perfume that wafts across the vineyards in the evening, Egarade is a fine example of how close in character Crémant de Bourgogne is to many Champagnes. It has just the right steely character, crisp and structured, a very mineral feel to the aftertaste.",Egarade Brut,24,91,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Bailly-Lapierre 2010 Egarade Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailly-lapierre-2010-egarade-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,2010,Bailly-Lapierre 14.5,Red,US,"Like the winery's other 2010 Cabs, this 100% varietal wine is dry, soft and densely packed. In this case the flavors suggest Oakville's black currants and cassis liqueur, with notes of violets, dried herbs and minerals. The tannins are finely ground, almost chalky, but still quite astringent. Should negotiate the next 10 years effortlessly.",Beckstoffer Missouri Hopper,140,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Alpha Omega 2010 Beckstoffer Missouri Hopper Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-omega-2010-beckstoffer-missouri-hopper-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Alpha Omega 14.1,Red,US,"This wine is dry, rich and a perfect representation of a modern Napa Cabernet. Shows intricate layers of black cherries, black and red currants, cassis and minerals, with the funky layer of bacon and olives that the winery's other 2010 Cabs display. Way too young to drink now. Should begin to open after 2018 and hold its own for another decade.",Beckstoffer Georges III,140,91,California,Napa,Rutherford,Alpha Omega 2010 Beckstoffer Georges III Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-omega-2010-beckstoffer-georges-iii-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Alpha Omega 14,White,US,"The blend in this new vintage remains three quarters Sauvignon Blanc and one quarter Sémillon, but amps up the alcohol a notch from the 2011 version. It's a lightly toasty, very flavorful wine, adroitly mixing slightly bitter skin flavors, citrus pith and flesh, and a tangy core of grapefruit and pineapple. The length and detail are impressive.",Cuvée Méline,27,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Lauren Ashton Cellars 2012 Cuvée Méline Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lauren-ashton-cellars-2012-cuvee-meline-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2012,Lauren Ashton Cellars 14.4,Red,US,"Raspberry, blueberry and cassis fruit flavors penetrate into a base of mineral and clean earth. The tannins, for Klipsun, are all but restrained, and the overall impression is that of a balanced wine with a long life (a decade or more) ahead.",Klipsun Vineyard,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Januik 2010 Klipsun Vineyard Merlot (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2010-klipsun-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Merlot,2010,Januik 14.4,Red,US,"Varietal Petit Verdot is a specialty at Januik, with a cult-like following. This well-sculpted effort compacts the fruit into a tight core of black cherry and cassis. Hints of cola, earth and cacao run through it as well, with the tannins, ripe and proportionate, suggest that it will age well for a decade or longer.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Januik 2010 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Petit Verdot (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2010-ciel-cheval-vineyard-petit-verdot-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Petit Verdot,2010,Januik 13.7,Red,US,"Summers is one of the only wineries to take this old-fashioned variety seriously. This 2010, from the estate vineyard in Calistoga, is a good followup to previous vintages. It has the weight and texture of Zinfandel, with similar briary berry and cola flavors, but has an interesting raw meat note that suggests pairing with beef tartare.",Villa Andriana Vineyard,32,90,California,Napa,Calistoga,Summers 2010 Villa Andriana Vineyard Charbono (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2010-villa-andriana-vineyard-italian-red-charbono-napa-calistoga/,Charbono,2010,Summers 13.9,White,US,"A well-balanced blend of Roussanne, Marsanne and Grenache Blanc, this is lush and peachy, with a creamy body and light hints of vanilla. The 2012 improves significantly over a 2011 Apparition that was 100% Roussanne; here the blend brings far more complexity and flavor interest.",Apparition,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Sparkman 2012 Apparition White (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2012-apparition-white-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rhône-style White Blend,2012,Sparkman 15.3,Red,US,"Young and still tightly-wound, this excellent example of Yakima valley Syrah combines fruit from both Boushey and Olsen, two of the best sites for the grape anywhere in Washington. Aged in 30% new oak, it's showing generous streaks of graphite, smoke and char, with accents of cured meat around the blackest of black fruits. Well-named and well-constructed.",Darkness,62,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Sparkman 2011 Darkness Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2011-darkness-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2011,Sparkman 13.5,Red,Italy,"Aromas of ripe—almost overripe—berry, leather and tobacco lead the nose of this wine. The palate shows more restraint, with succulent sour cherry, clove and vanilla flavors accented by hints of white chocolate and orange zest. Very smooth and richly textured.",I Progni,36,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Le Salette 2010 I Progni (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-salette-2010-i-progni-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Le Salette 15.5,Red,Italy,"This is made with 100% Corvina, Veneto's most noble grape. The nose is a bit closed, but offers underbrush, mushroom and ripe blackberry aromas. The palate delivers prune, blackberry and white pepper flavors, with chocolate accents and chewy tannins. While this isn't overly complex, it's delicious.",Cresasso,75,90,Veneto,Veronese,,Zenato 2007 Cresasso Corvina (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2007-cresasso-italian-red-corvina-veronese/,Corvina,2007,Zenato 8.5,Dessert,Austria,"Fragrant, perfumed and fruity, the wine is balanced in acidity and sweetness. Apricots, pears, a touch of honey and a soft texture all follow through to make a wine that is harmonious and still very fresh. Drink from 2014.",Auslese,,90,Burgenland,,,Umathum 2009 Auslese White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umathum-2009-auslese-white-burgenland/,White Blend,2009,Umathum 14.4,Red,US,"This is the winery's estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon, and it opens rather stiff and herbal. It's a taut, dark and deep wine that rewards decanting, showing good concentration and dense layers of brambly berries, licorice and espresso. Age for at least another decade.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2010 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2010-stillwater-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Novelty Hill 13.9,Red,US,"For an amazing price you get a dry, silky and elegant Pinot, with deeply satisfying flavors of raspberry, red currant and pomegranate. Thankfully, this should be easy to find, with nearly 17,000 cases produced.",,10,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Kirkland Signature 2011 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2011-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2011,Kirkland Signature 15,Red,France,"Dried black raspberry and cherry fruit aromas are accented by hints of forest floor, licorice and sweet spice on the nose of this Syrah, Grenache and Carignan blend. The medium-weight palate offers plum- and cherry-skin flavors, while a peppery spice lingers on the finish alongside a firm tannic grip.",Les Vingt Marches,28,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages Tautavel,,Les Vignerons de Tautavel Vingrau 2009 Les Vingt Marches Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages Tautavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-tautavel-vingrau-2009-vingt-marches-red-cotes-villages-tautavel/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Les Vignerons de Tautavel Vingrau 13.5,White,France,"There is a fine depth of flavor in this dense Riesling. It is powerful, textured, very rich and complex. The chalk soil gives a strong sense of minerality, while acidity streaking through the fragrant green fruits. It's a wine to age, so drink from 2016.",Froehn Grand Cru,,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean Becker 2011 Froehn Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-becker-2011-froehn-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Jean Becker 14,Red,Argentina,"With cool, oaky aromas of mint, graphite, vanilla and cola accenting ripe cassis and blackberry scents, this gets going in fine fashion. The palate feels smooth and generous, while flavors of prune, cassis and licorice finish mellow and woody. Drink through 2015.",Synthesis,29,90,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2010 Synthesis Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2010-synthesis-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2010,Finca Sophenia 13,White,France,"Rich, smoky wine, that has roundness from wood aging and aging on the lees. Ripely tropical with toasty vanilla and just a hint of herbaceous fruit, it is complex, textured and worth aging. Drink from 2014.",Haute-Serre Albesco,29,90,Southwest France,Côtes du Lot,,Georges Vigouroux 2011 Haute-Serre Albesco Sauvignon Blanc (Côtes du Lot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2011-haute-serre-albesco-sauvignon-blanc-cotes-lot/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Georges Vigouroux 13,Red,France,"Solid and textured wine, full of dry tannins and concentrated structure. It's fruit is less obvious, the mineral character dominant and only a hint of the potential fruitiness. Give this dark wine 2–3 years.",Côte de Py,,90,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Côte de Py (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-cote-de-py-morgon-174872/,Gamay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 14.5,White,US,"Freemark Abbey is one of the most dependable Viognier producers in California. Here they strike gold again with a rich, powerful wine with flavors of tropical fruits, Meyer lemons, limes and honeysuckle flower. It's balanced in acidity, and a touch of new oak adds toasty complexity.",,32,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2012 Viognier (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2012-viognier-napa-valley/,Viognier,2012,Freemark Abbey 13.5,Red,US,"Grill up or pan sear a steak, put some brown butter sauce on it, and enjoy with this luscious Merlot. The wine, which is blended with other Bordeaux varieties, is rich in blackberries, cherries, currants and oak, while the low alcohol, only 13.5% by volume, reaffirms its Merlot delicacy.",,34,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2011 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2011-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2011,Freemark Abbey 15,Red,US,"This Merlot tastes as soft and delicious as a milk chocolate drink, infused with cherry essence and then aged in sweetly caramelized oak. Of course there's alcohol too, giving it a warm, heady feeling. Does just what you want Merlot to do. Drink now.",,42,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frazier 2009 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frazier-2009-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,Frazier 13.5,Red,France,"A solid, structured wine. It has dense black fruits, sweet tannins and a ripe juicy texture. Impressively rich and with a firm dryness at the center. It can certainly age, drink from 2015.",Château de Chamirey En Sazenay Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Château de Chamirey En Sazenay Premier Cru (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-chateau-chamirey-en-sazenay-premier-cru-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaines Devillard 15,Red,France,"Mature aromas of dried blackberry and cured meat immediately waft from the bouquet, while secondary scents of raspberry, macerated cherry and sweet spice follow shortly behind. Medium-plus in weight, with fine yet gripping tannins that linger long on the pepper-spiced finish.",Les Dentelles,40,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Domaine Thunevin-Calvet 2008 Les Dentelles Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-thunevin-calvet-2008-dentelles-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine Thunevin-Calvet 14.5,Red,Spain,"Leather and gummy berry aromas announce full ripeness, which is confirmed by the palate's chunky, grabby feel and baked qualities. Superripe flavors of black fruits come with minty, oaky offsets. The finish tastes fully baked and warm, with a medicinal note and licorice flavors.",Selecció,60,90,Catalonia,Priorat,,Clos Berenguer del Molar 2009 Selecció Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-berenguer-molar-2009-seleccio-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2009,Clos Berenguer del Molar 15,Red,US,"This Cab Franc is rich and ripe in red and black currants and cherries, with a mocha sweet earthiness leading to sweet oak buttered cinnamon toast and a slight caramelization. It's dry and smooth in tannins. Best of all is an acidity and minerality that lend structure. Drink now–2015.",,52,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frazier 2009 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frazier-2009-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Frazier 13.5,White,France,"A blend of Grenache Gris and Macabeu, this is a lush, creamy wine, with forward aromas and flavors of lemon custard, grilled red apple and vanilla. Full and toasty, the full palate is loaded with rich, toasty flavors that carry through to the long, spicy finish, but are kept in check by medium acidity. Delicious now, but has the stuffing to hold well through 2015.",Mas Janeil Le Traou de l'Ouille,35,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon,,François Lurton 2011 Mas Janeil Le Traou de l'Ouille White (Côtes du Roussillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2011-mas-janeil-le-traou-louille-white-cotes/,White Blend,2011,François Lurton 14.5,Red,US,"As big as you expect a Howell Mountain Zin to be, offering rich, deep blackberry, currant, chocolate, licorice, bacon and cedar flavors that are sweet and dry at the same time. It's not just powerful in flavor, it's wonderful in structure, with refined tannins and balancing acidity. A minor criticism is some heat from alcohol, but that's the nature of ripe Zinfandel.",Old Vine,45,90,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Howell Mountain Vineyards 2010 Old Vine Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howell-mountain-2010-old-vine-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,2010,Howell Mountain Vineyards 14.5,Red,France,"Here's a dense and lush selection, with aromas and flavors of ripe blackberry, blueberry and cherry accented by hints of vanilla and toasted oak. It's balanced, but still a bit young and closed, with firm tannins and a tight texture. Drinkable now, but try after 2014.",,26,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Hecht & Bannier 2010 Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hecht-bannier-2010-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Hecht & Bannier 13.8,Red,US,"This blend of predominantly Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache and Counoise—with all the fruit coming from Red Heaven Vineyard—brings notes of chocolate, smoke, blackberry, char and toast. Lusciously rich with fruit and chocolate flavors, barrel notes play a big part in the show, but there is much to enjoy here.",Hullabaloo,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Periple 2010 Hullabaloo Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/periple-2010-hullabaloo-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2010,Periple 14.4,Red,US,"With ripe raspberry, cherry and plum flavors, bolstered with charred bacon and new oak, this is a big, full-bodied Pinot Noir. It's quite a success for the vintage. Good now and over the next three years, before it starts to head downhill.",Durell Vineyard,56,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Pali 2011 Durell Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2011-durrell-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Pali 12.5,Sparkling,US,"This is a gorgeous bubbly that's rich and complex in flavor. Tiers of strawberries and limes are accompanied by sourdough, honey and vanilla-bean notes. The bubbles are a little scoury, but it's still a very fine wine. The blend is Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.",Brut Reserve,38,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa NV Brut Reserve Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-nv-brut-reserve-sparkling-napa-valley-178751/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Napa 15,Red,France,"Forward aromas of dense blackberry, boysenberry and blueberry, rich and generous, lead the bouquet of this wine and carry through to the palate. Accents of licorice root and tree bark unfold in the background. The mouthfeel is full and robust, offering firm, spicy tannins and tasty flavors of toast and cocoa that linger on the long finish.",,,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Domaine Sabarda 2010 Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sabarda-2010-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine Sabarda 11.5,Dessert,Austria,"Dry spice is fighting with rich, smooth Chardonnay to give a wine that is unbalanced at the moment. It is full, fragrant, still young so the dried almond edge should melt into the more honeyed character. Drink from 2017.",Beerenauslese,,90,Burgenland,,,Umathum 2011 Beerenauslese White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umathum-2011-beerenauslese-white-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian white blend,2011,Umathum 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A dark, fruity, concentrated wine. Flavors of black currant jelly dominate, but tannins upon tannins power through. Solid, rich and destined for a long life.",Vintage,,90,Port,,,Rozes 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rozes-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Rozes 15,Red,Italy,"This Amarone has succulent plum and black cherry flavors laced with nutmeg and pepper accents. The palate is delicious, but already a bit evolved, so drink this over the next few years to enjoy the generous fruit.",Vigneto Monte Sant'Urbano,85,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Speri 2009 Vigneto Monte Sant'Urbano (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/speri-2009-vigneto-monte-santurbano-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Speri 14.8,Red,US,"This is a bright, spicy, generous Cabernet, with 17% Malbec in the blend. The flavors mix pretty cherry fruit with streaks of black olive and hints of Asian spices. The tannins are firm and chewy.",Rainmaker,62,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Sparkman 2010 Rainmaker Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2010-rainmaker-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Sparkman 14.3,Red,US,"With fruit drawn from Clifton Hills, Dionysus, Artz and the Seven Hills vineyard, this pretty, elegant wine showcases the broad strengths of the Columbia Valley. Raspberry and cherry fruit carries a streak of licorice and a whiff of toast. Perfumed and bright with natural acidity, this is a wine to enjoy now and in the near term.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2011 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2011-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2011,Seven Hills 14.5,Red,US,"This 100% varietal wine from three different vineyards on the Wahluke Slope has notes of cherry and chocolate, with the wood (French and American, 50% new), providing barrel accents. It's direct and appealing, made in a ripe style.",,15,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Seven Falls 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-falls-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Seven Falls 14.2,Red,US,"This is the winery's basic Cabernet Sauvignon, but it shows the depth and complexity of their more expensive bottlings. This really exemplifies Napa's rich, smooth tannins and dramatically ripe black currant, anise and dark chocolate flavors. The vineyards that contributed to the blend are some of the valley's best. It's a blend of all five classic Bordeaux varieties, with 1% Syrah.",,38,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequoia Grove 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Sequoia Grove 13.5,Dessert,France,"A delicate, light and fruity wine that also has an ethereal orange and lightly honeyed character. Apricot, pineapple and hints of mango all show in this ripe wine, just bright enough with acidity.",Foehn,,90,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2009 Foehn (Jurançon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2009-foehn-white-jurancon/,White Blend,2009,Lionel Osmin & Cie 13.5,White,US,"This lush Chardonnay has a certain oiliness to the aromas, along with dusty, toasty components that ride through a soft, plush mid-palate. The fruit is a rich mix of peach and apricot, highlighted with toasted hazelnuts, vanilla and coconut.",Cold Creek Vineyard,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik 2011 Cold Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2011-cold-creek-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Januik 13,White,France,"A rich, smooth wine, bringing out some noble qualities in the humble Sylvaner. It has weight, an off-dry character and full of ripe apricot and mango flavors. Not for aging, this is an opulent wine to enjoy now.",Trois Châteaux,25,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2011 Trois Châteaux Sylvaner (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2011-trois-chateaux-other-white-sylvaner-alsace/,Sylvaner,2011,Kuentz-Bas 15.5,Red,Italy,"This Amarone offers blackberry, plum, and chocolate flavors layered with licorice, black pepper and vanilla notes from the well-integrated oak. This is structured, but it also has finesse. Drink after 2016 for additional complexity.",Vigneto Punta di Villa,60,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Mazzi 2008 Vigneto Punta di Villa (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzi-2008-vigneto-punta-villa-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2008,Mazzi 15,Red,Italy,"This classic Amarone has a fragrance of blackberry and spice. The palate delivers succulent but restrained black cherry flavor, with accents of white pepper, nutmeg and almond. It's structured, but also has just enough freshness.",,75,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tommasi 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2009-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Tommasi 14,Red,France,"This blend of 30% Syrah, 30% Grenache, 30% Carignan and 10% Mourvèdre is not showing its true age. Sure, it boasts some developed notes of charcuterie, balsamic herb and garrigue, but it's also still brimming with full, ripe black-fruit notes of plum and berry. With a crushed velvet texture, gripping tannins and a long, heady finish that's laced with hints of espresso and vanilla, this shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Enjoy now, or try after 2016.",Tautavel,39,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon,,Château Avernus 2005 Tautavel Red (Côtes du Roussillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-avernus-2005-tautavel-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Château Avernus 12.5,Sparkling,US,"For a 100% Chardonnay, this is remarkably complex. It shows orange, lime, vanilla, toast and sourdough flavors, brightened with crisp acidity. The mousse is very refined, giving it a mouthfeel of pure silk. Try giving it 5–6 years in the cellar.",Devaux Ranch,38,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa 2008 Devaux Ranch Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-2008-devaux-ranch-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Mumm Napa 14.2,Red,US,"The wine tastes and feels tight and remote now, despite luscious raspberry, strawberry and oak flavors. But the promise is there, with firm tannins, crisp acidity and bracing minerality providing the structure for aging. This should hit its stride between 2015–2017.",Rancho La Viña Vineyard,56,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Pali 2011 Rancho La Viña Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2011-rancho-vina-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Pali 14.5,Red,US,"Like all of Melville's new 2011 Pinot Noirs, this bottling is powerful and forward in cherries, raspberries and Dr. Pepper cola, alongside earthier mushroom and earth notes. It's a beautiful wine that shows the classy elegance of a well-grown Santa Rita Pinot, with brisk acids and firm but fine tannins. Drink now–2017 for maximum freshness.",Terraces Estate,56,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2011 Terraces Estate Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2011-terraces-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Melville 15.5,Red,Italy,"This offers earthy aromas of tobacco leaf and mushroom, along with ripe blackberry and raisin notes. The rich, round palate delivers plum, prune, black pepper and graphite notes alongside a welcome freshness that lifts the palate and adds finesse.",,58,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Monte dall'Ora 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-dallora-2008-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2008,Monte dall'Ora 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Full-bodied and smoky, this is a ripely fruity wine. The berry fruit is dominant, providing structure as well as richness. Strong spice and dark wood characters bring out the fruitiness of the wine, while the tannins come later.",Vintage,,91,Port,,,Andresen 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andresen-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Andresen 14.5,Red,US,"Like its Tokalon South counterpart, this 100% has a funky, bacon and green olive aroma that persists through the finish. That does not detract from the blackberries and black cherries, but gives them an earthy complexity. The wine is a little on the soft side, but still should develop bottle notes after 2018.",Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard North,150,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Alpha Omega 2010 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard North Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-omega-2010-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-north-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Alpha Omega 15.1,Red,US,"Softness of texture and extremely ripe fruit characterize this Cabernet Sauvignon, which has a few drops of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. It's huge in extracted blackberries and raspberries, while caramelized new oak adds to the impression of overall richness. Not showing much finesse now, just power, but it should age well; try after 2018.",Kathryn Hall,125,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2010 Kathryn Hall Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2010-kathryn-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hall 15.5,Red,US,"Classic Hall Cabernet, blended with some Merlot and ultrarich and smooth in cherries, raspberries, sweet plums and mocha. The high alcohol is balanced, and this is quite delicious and drinkable. Ready now and should hang in there for at least six years.",,125,91,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Hall 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hall 9,Dessert,Austria,"Ripe oranges notes give a very fruity character to this balanced wine. It doesn't have the huge richness of some TBAs, but does have layers of honey, peaches and fine, perfumed acidity. Drink from 2016.",Trockenbeerenaulese,,91,Neusiedlersee,,,Heiss 2010 Trockenbeerenaulese Sämling (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heiss-2010-trockenbeerenaulese-other-white-samling-neusiedlersee/,Sämling,2010,Heiss 15,Red,France,"This blend of 85% Syrah, 10% Grenache and 5% Carignan is aging beautifully, and still shows great life ahead. Spice and toasted-oak notes are front and center, with supporting aromas and flavors of dense black-fruit preserves, crushed violet and cocoa powder. The texture is still firm and tight, with slightly chewy tannins and a long, earth- and wood-flavored finish.",Les Onze Terrasses,50,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Les Aspres,,Lafage 2005 Les Onze Terrasses Red (Côtes du Roussillon Les Aspres),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafage-2005-onze-terrasses-red-cotes-aspres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Lafage 14.5,Red,Spain,"Savory, smoky aromas of blackberry, blueberry and latex lead to a rubbery feeling palate with full tannins and chewy, extracted weight. Earthy, loamy flavors of blackberry, chocolate and buttery oak finish rich, with a mossy flavor, big tannins and length. Drink through 2019.",Pago la Jara,75,91,Northern Spain,Toro,,Telmo Rodríguez 2009 Pago la Jara (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2009-pago-jara-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2009,Telmo Rodríguez 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This lovely metodo classico sparkling wine is made entirely from Chardonnay grapes. It has a creamy texture that delivers sensations of peach and honey, with notes of cream-filled pastries and almond. It finishes crisp and clean.",Flavio Riserva,35,91,,Trento,,Rotari 2005 Flavio Riserva Chardonnay (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-2005-flavio-riserva-chardonnay-trento/,Chardonnay,2005,Rotari 13.7,Red,US,"Casey McClellan blended 15% Merlot into this vintage—the most ever—and has crafted a bright, sappy wine with vivid flavors of spiced apples and raspberries. There's a distinct scent of cinnamon, perhaps from the use of Hungarian oak barrels, (30% new.) Thoroughly delicious and surprisingly deep in this lighter vintage.",,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2011 Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2011-malbec-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Malbec,2011,Seven Hills 14.5,Red,Spain,"Don't dismiss this aged Toro because it smells cheesy and leathery, and don't give up on it when you're hit with massive tannins. Because once this airs out and settles, you'll have a brawny wine with earthy, loamy flavors of baked blackberry and cassis. Nine years after harvest this is still tannic, grabby and earthy as they come. Drink now through 2019.",Reserva,120,91,Northern Spain,Toro,,Elias Mora 2004 Reserva (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elias-mora-2004-reserva-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2004,Elias Mora 15,Red,France,"Despite the age, this still drinks quite young and tight, with firm tannins and a gripping structure framed against a fleshy black-fruit center. Rich and dense notes of blackberry, boysenberry and plum are laced with hints of cigar spice, licorice and toasted vanilla, and a sweet-wood sensation stays through the long finish. Big in almost every regard, this should continue to age well through 2016.",Les Trois Marie,50,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Domaine Calvet-Thunevin 2008 Les Trois Marie Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-calvet-thunevin-2008-trois-marie-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine Calvet-Thunevin 14.2,Red,US,"One would be hard pressed to find another California Grenache Noir of this caliber at this price. A well-made wine from high-elevation fruit, it opens with a slight nose of fennel and anise before showing off a meaty dark plum depth of flavor, firm tannins and a long finish of tobacco. It's fairly priced, too.",Grenache Noir,24,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,dîner 2012 Grenache Noir Grenache (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diner-2012-grenache-noir-sierra-foothills/,Grenache,2012,dîner 13,Red,France,"This Fleurie in the small production Prestige range shows firm tannins and structured fruit. It has a dry character, the fruitiness still developing as it ages. Acidity, a dark core and black cherry fruits promise aging for 2–3 years.",Prestige,,91,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Prestige (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-prestige-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 14.2,Red,US,"A seriously good Zin that preserves the variety's brambly, briary wild berry and spice personality, yet crafts it with true Napa elegance. The core of cola and cherry pie is sweet, yet the finish is wonderfully dry.",Four Acre Zin,34,91,California,Napa,Calistoga,Summers 2010 Four Acre Zin Zinfandel (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2010-four-acre-zin-zinfandel-napa-calistoga/,Zinfandel,2010,Summers 13.6,Red,US,"Very smooth, yet mouth-drying with firm tannins, this Cabernet is a bit lean, but it defines the elegance that Napa is capable of. The blackberry and currant flavors are balanced by earthier notes of green olives, cola and dried herbs, while the oak is subtle, even though it's all new. Grows more interesting as it warms in the glass, and the alcohol level is a moderate 13.6%. Blended from all five classic Bordeaux varieties, it will improve in the bottle over the next eight years.",,75,91,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Spring Mountain Vineyard 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Spring Mountain Vineyard 15.5,Red,Italy,"This wine starts off with intense aromas of blackberry, sandalwood, vanilla and oak. The palate boasts a ripe plum flavor, along with spicy pepper and cinnamon accents. It has ample freshness as well as brooding tannins and depth. Hold this for a few more years for additional complexities to develop.",,40,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Cottini 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottini-2009-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Cottini 14.6,White,US,"This is the winery's unoaked Sauvignon Blanc. What you get is pure fruit, although sur lie aging adds prominent notes of cream and yeasty sourdough. The fruit asserts itself in the form of pristine limes, Meyer lemons, peaches and mangoes. The acidity is vibrant and lifting, adding balance to the richness. The best Les Pionniers to date.",Les Pionniers,45,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Captûre 2012 Les Pionniers Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capture-2012-pionniers-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Captûre 15.5,Red,Italy,"This Amarone is a bit old school but excellent, with ripe black fruit sensations layered with nutmeg, fig, black pepper and clove. It has compelling depth and a velvety mouthfeel, with just enough acidity to lend energy.",,55,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Cantine Lenotti 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-lenotti-2009-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Cantine Lenotti 13.5,White,France,"A blend from 30 different parcels in the chateau's vineyards, this is a wine that exhibits all the minerality and texture of Pouilly Fuissé. It also dense fruitiness and a rich character. At this stage, this impressive wine is showing youthful exuberance, so give it 3–4 years to broaden out. after which it will show more of the full, ripe flavors.",Tête de Cru,,91,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château Fuissé 2011 Tête de Cru (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fuisse-2011-tete-cru-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2011,Château Fuissé 14.5,Red,France,"Pure Malbec, very dark and structured. It is perfumed, the rich black plum flavors layered with solid, dense tannins. There is a mineral texture that strengthens the power of the wine. Age this wine and drink from 2017.",Puits,60,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Chambert 2010 Puits Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chambert-2010-puits-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Château de Chambert 15,Red,Italy,"This classic Amarone has fruity and spicy fragrances of plum cake, cinnamon and raisin. The structured palate shows plum, fig and licorice flavors supported by fresh acidity. It has nice length and closes on a bitter almond note.",,50,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Vigneti Villabella 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-villabella-2008-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2008,Vigneti Villabella 15.2,Red,US,"This wine is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, largely sourced from old vines at the Dionysus vineyard. It's the first reserve Cab from J. Bookwalter in 14 years, and it's a lovely, lush wine with a rich, tongue-coating display of cherries, tobacco leaves, baking spices, barrel toast and coffee grounds. What's not to like? Good as it is, this is a wine with at least another decade of life ahead.",Volume One Reserve,80,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2010 Volume One Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2010-volume-one-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,J. Bookwalter 15.6,Red,US,"This is a beautiful wine that's a classic example of a high-alcohol style that retains balance. It's soft and mellow, with a warmth that conveys the most delicious black raspberry, chocolate, espresso and spice flavors. Blended with Merlot, it's a sexy wine to drink now and over the next eight years.",Bergfeld,125,91,California,Napa,St. Helena,Hall 2010 Bergfeld Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2010-bergfeld-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hall 14.2,Red,US,"Deep, brooding aromas of forest floor mark this dramatic Pinot. It suggests wild, woodland raspberries, pine needles, balsam, cola and earthy mushrooms. Dry and modest in alcohol, it's a skillful interpretation of a difficult, cool vintage. Nice to drink now, and will age for at least six years.",,34,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacRostie 2010 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,MacRostie 13.9,Red,US,"This soft, supple and seductive Merlot (with 25% Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend) is both earthy and sensuous. The mouthfeel is like smooth felt. Black cherry, blackberry and a dash of cola fill the mouth, with lush tannins and a long finish. There's just a hint of brown sugar as it wraps up.",Estate Grown,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Obelisco Estate 2010 Estate Grown Merlot (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obelisco-estate-2010-grown-merlot-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Merlot,2010,Obelisco Estate 16,Red,Italy,"This rich Amarone boasts aromas of mature black fruit, raisin and cinnamon. The palate is dense, with black cherry, plum and raisin flavors layered with black pepper. It's soft, round and polished. Pair this with seasoned cheeses or cured meats. Metrowine, Vignaioli Selections.",Ambrosan,88,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Nicolis 2007 Ambrosan (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolis-2007-ambrosan-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2007,Nicolis 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a lovely sparkling wine from northern Italy, with enticing aromas of freshly baked cookies, almond and apple. The palate is creamy, with a smooth texture and elegant perlage, offering flavors of ripe apple, lemon-cream pie, vanilla and bread crust, all lifted by crisp acidity.",Perlé,35,91,,Trento,,Ferrari 2006 Perlé Chardonnay (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-2006-perle-chardonnay-trento/,Chardonnay,2006,Ferrari 15.5,Red,Italy,"Villa Arvedi has a fragrance of blackberry, raisin and exotic spices. The delicious palate delivers dense black cherry, white pepper, almond and chocolate flavors. This has a robust structure and surprising freshness for the vintage.",Villa Arvedi,55,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena,,Bertani 2009 Villa Arvedi (Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2009-villa-arvedi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-valpantena/,Red Blend,2009,Bertani 15,Red,France,"Rich and inviting, this wine opens with jammy blackberry and boysenberry aromas, along with supporting notes of raspberry sauce, vanilla bean and sweet spice. Dark berry flavors flood the palate, coupled with medium tannins and ample acidity, resulting in a crushed-satin texture. Toasted oak and baking spice accents linger long on the finish.",L'Edre,72,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Domaine de l'Edre 2010 L'Edre Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ledre-2010-ledre-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine de l'Edre 14.1,White,US,"Sourced from vines planted in 1982, it's brightly aromatic with sweet floral notes, orange peel and lychee. Medium bodied, it drinks dry with abundant spice and floral flavors. A thoroughly delicious wine that begs to be paired with scallops or spicy Thai dishes.",Celilo Vineyard,22,91,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Dowsett Family 2012 Celilo Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dowsett-family-2012-celilo-vineyard-gewurztraminer-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Dowsett Family 14.9,Red,US,"This is a fine effort, culled from a single block of 15-year-old vines. Firm and tannic, it shows focused flavors of blackberry and cassis, highlights of clove and cacao, with admirable precision through a lingering finish.",Estate,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2010 Estate Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2010-estate-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2010,Airfield Estates 14.5,Red,US,"A Cal-Ital blend, in roughly equal proportions, of Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese. It's an interesting wine, with layers of cherries complexed with cola, licorice and sweet, toasty oak, made vibrant with Sangiovese's acidity. Not an ager, but a versatile, full-bodied and dry red wine to drink now.",Alavigna Tosca,50,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ackerman 2010 Alavigna Tosca Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ackerman-2010-alavigna-tosca-italian-red-cabernet-sauvignon-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese,2010,Ackerman 12.5,Red,France,"Structured wine, with firm tannins as well as a light touch of wood aging. It's a fruity wine, raspberry fruit cut with taut acidity. It can be drunk now for its fruitiness, but would be better allowing the tannins to soften. So drink from 2015.",Domaine des Perdrix,,89,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Domaine des Perdrix (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-domaine-perdrix-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaines Devillard 14.5,Red,France,"A blend of 70% Syrah, 20% Grenache and 10% Carignan, this opens with skin-driven, black-fruit aromas and accents of savory herbs and forest floor. The medium-weight mouth offers gripping yet fine tannins and a decadent richness to the black cherry core.",Syrousse,17,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Les Vignerons de Tautavel Vingrau 2011 Syrousse Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-tautavel-vingrau-2011-syrousse-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Les Vignerons de Tautavel Vingrau 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made from a blend of Corvina, Syrah and Oseleta, this savory wine is made by one of Amarone's leading producers. It offers red currant, bell pepper and black pepper flavors. It's tightly wound but fresh, and would pair nicely with grilled portobello mushrooms.",La Grola,32,89,Veneto,Veronese,,Allegrini 2010 La Grola Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2010-grola-red-veronese/,Red Blend,2010,Allegrini 14,Red,Italy,"This structured ripasso has intense aromas of prune, raisin and graphite. The round and velvety palate offers a ripe blackberry core, spiced by accents of chocolate, mint, tobacco and bitter almond. Pair this with seasoned cheeses or spicy red-meat dishes.",,22,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Arduini 2011 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arduini-2011-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Arduini 14,Red,Italy,"This delivers dense and chewy flavors of spirit-soaked raspberry, nutmeg and chocolate-covered orange. Its velvety smoothness is energized by fresh acidity, making this very easy to enjoy. Pair it with mushroom risotto or semi-seasoned cheeses.",,30,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Fabiano 2010 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-2010-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Fabiano 12,Sparkling,France,"The blend of Pinot Noir and Gamay gives a wine with weight and richness as well as a tight, mineral character. The wine is full in the mouth with its creamy mousse and fine pear and citrus fruits. A wine for food rather than apéritif.",Perle de Nuit Blanc de Noirs Brut,17,88,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Louis Bouillot NV Perle de Nuit Blanc de Noirs Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bouillot-nv-perle-de-nuit-blanc-de-noirs-brut-cremant-de-bourgogne-174332/,Sparkling Blend,,Louis Bouillot 12,White,Spain,"Strident apple and lime aromas are pure and pretty in this wine. This isn't a complex or complicated white, but rather friendly and easy to like. Flavors of peach, apple and apricot finish minerally and clean. This is a textbook quaffing wine.",,13,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Beronia 2012 Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beronia-2012-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2012,Beronia 14.5,Red,US,"Just what you want a California Merlot to be. It's soft in the mouth, with silky tannins framing easy flavors of cherries, red currants, mocha and cinnamon spice. Great with cheeseburgers, lamb curry, beef tartare.",,17,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2011 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2011-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2011,Ancient Peaks 12.5,Red,France,"The largest appellation in the Côte Chalonnaise produces here a foursquare, solid wine. It has red fruits, although the structure is what is dominant at this stage. There is a dry, smoky, meaty flavor that marches with the final acidity.",Buissonnier,22,88,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Vignerons de Buxy 2011 Buissonnier (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-buxy-2011-buissonnier-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2011,Vignerons de Buxy 13.5,Red,France,"Very dark, structured wine, with coffee as well as fruit flavors. The wood comes through firmly producing a solid, very dry character. The more juicy black currant fruits are still to show well. So wait to drink until 2015.",Domaine de la Ferté Premier Cru Servoisine,40,88,Burgundy,Givry,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Domaine de la Ferté Premier Cru Servoisine (Givry),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-domaine-ferte-premier-cru-servoisine-pinot-noir-givry/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaines Devillard 13,White,Italy,"Made from Friulano, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon, Malvasia and Ribolla Gialla, this blend represents the major white varieties in Friuli. It offers aromas of Spanish broom and lemon drop, with apricot and mineral flavors that finish long and clean.",Blanc des Rosis,30,88,,Collio,,Mario Schiopetto 2011 Blanc des Rosis White (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-schiopetto-2011-blanc-rosis-white-collio/,White Blend,2011,Mario Schiopetto 14.7,Red,US,"The top cuvée from Mercer Estates, this reserve is a Bordeaux-style blend based upon 64% Merlot, the rest a mix of Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Petit Verdot. A firm entry introduces a solid mid-palate with a mix of black fruits, coffee and toast. The finish is clean and gentle, with moderate persistence.",Cavalie Reserve,40,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mercer 2010 Cavalie Reserve Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2010-cavalie-reserve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Mercer 14,Red,Italy,"This offers aromas of mature black fruit and raisin. The palate delivers a vibrant black-cherry core, layered with accents of black pepper and Asian spice. It also has fresh acidity for the vintage, and will pair well with buttery dishes or cured meats.",,27,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Montecariano 2009 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecariano-2009-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2009,Montecariano 14.5,White,US,"There's lots of rich Chardonnay character in this affordable wine. It's rich with vanilla, buttered toast, honey, orange and pineapple-jam flavors, with brisk acidity providing balance. Great price for a Chard this good.",Annabella Special Selection,13,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma County-Napa County,Michael Pozzan 2011 Annabella Special Selection Chardonnay (Sonoma County-Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-pozzan-2011-annabella-special-selection-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-county-napa-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Michael Pozzan 14.4,Red,US,"Spicy red currant fruit comes up quickly, backed with the grape's signature accents of stem and earth. There's a residual flavor of slightly bitter tomato leaf.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2010 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2010-stillwater-creek-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2010,Novelty Hill 13.5,White,France,"Ripe, creamy wood aged wine, this is rich and smoothly textured. It has weight, apple and pear flavors. Full in the mouth, it may be missing out on the freshness in favor of power.",Haute-Serre Albesco,29,88,Southwest France,Côtes du Lot,,Georges Vigouroux 2011 Haute-Serre Albesco Chardonnay (Côtes du Lot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2011-haute-serre-albesco-chardonnay-cotes-lot/,Chardonnay,2011,Georges Vigouroux 12.5,Sparkling,US,"There a lot of complexity on the palate of this dryish brut, with flavors of limes, raspberries, yeast, toast and vanilla. It's a tad scoury in the mouth, with a sandpapery roughness. Not an ager, so drink up.",Vintage Brut,45,87,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Chandon 2007 Vintage Brut Sparkling (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-2007-vintage-brut-sparkling-napa-mount-veeder/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Chandon 16,Red,Italy,"The nose of this wine isn't very expressive, but reveals plum and prune aromas, with faint hints of graphite. The palate offers mature black fruit and chocolate flavors, but also very evident alcohol sensations. While it lacks complexity and vitality, it has more immediate charm.",,45,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Begali 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/begali-2009-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Begali 14.6,Red,US,"This bone-dry blend of Syrah and Petite Sirah is picking up aged notes, with the primary fruit flavors drying out. In its place are dried currants, cured meats, funky mushrooms. The tannins and acids provide firm structure. Already throwing some sediment, it will appeal to fans of older wines.",Megandina Vineyard Vintner's Cuvée,75,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Brady Family 2007 Megandina Vineyard Vintner's Cuvée Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brady-family-2007-megandina-vineyard-vintners-cuvee-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Brady Family 15,Red,Italy,"This Amarone has a rich fragrance of black cherry, prune and cocoa, with hints of almond and toasted wood. The palates shows notes of toasted oak, along with vanilla and espresso accents that muffle the black fruit undertones.",,50,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Villa Monteleone 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-monteleone-2009-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Villa Monteleone 14.5,White,US,"This wine is as lush as apricots, pineapples and peach juice, but with refreshing acidity. Ample honey and buttered-toast notes from oak give it warmth. It's a very good Chard for drinking now with rich shellfish dishes, or a buttery wild mushroom risotto.",Sarmento Vineyard,28,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Windstream 2011 Sarmento Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windstream-2011-sarmento-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Windstream 13.6,Red,US,"Pedro Vargas has made a nice Merlot in this strongly herbal, plum and cassis concoction inviting in its layers of oak and tobacco. Soft, it finishes lean and is all in all integrated and well-made.",Miserere,26,88,California,Central Valley,Mokelumne River,Vino Vargas 2011 Miserere Merlot (Mokelumne River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-vargas-2011-miserere-merlot-central-valley-mokelumne-river/,Merlot,2011,Vino Vargas 13,White,France,"Rich, structured and full-bodied, this is an open take on Pouilly Fuissé. It's shows ripe white fruits like pear and quince, along with fine acidity and a fresh citrus streak. Age for a year or drink now.",Marie Antoinette,,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Vincent 2011 Marie Antoinette (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vincent-2011-marie-antoinette-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2011,Vincent 12.8,Sparkling,US,"With the pale color and flavor of a peach just turning orange-pink and a delicate mouthfeel, this is a great example of blush bubbly made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. It shows a great deal of class for the price.",Mirabelle Brut Rosé,27,88,California,California Other,California,Schramsberg NV Mirabelle Brut Rosé Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-nv-mirabelle-brut-rose-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Schramsberg 14.5,Red,US,"A mid-weight Zin, with a tannic backbone and a soft mouthfeel plus, rich and interesting blackberry and coffee. Encrust some ribs, chops or tenderloin in coffee grounds to pair with this wine for explosive results.",Hopland Ranches,24,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2010 Hopland Ranches Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2010-hopland-ranches-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2010,Brutocao 14.2,Red,US,"A fine Merlot, showing the softness and elegant drinkability of the variety. It's ripe and forward in cherries, cola and sweet oak. The addition of some Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah gives it extra tannic depth and body. Drink now.",Summers Ranch Reserve,30,88,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Summers 2010 Summers Ranch Reserve Merlot (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2010-summers-ranch-reserve-merlot-sonoma-knights-valley/,Merlot,2010,Summers 12.7,White,US,"Coming from one of Washington's premier Riesling sites, it's redolent with peach, mineral and floral notes. It drinks almost completely dry with bright, crisp acids.",Evergreen Vineyard,16,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Ancient Lakes,Tempus Cellars 2012 Evergreen Vineyard Riesling (Ancient Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tempus-cellars-2012-evergreen-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-ancient-lakes/,Riesling,2012,Tempus Cellars 14,White,US,"A pert, savory Sauvignon Blanc, this is brisk with acidity. A tart gooseberry touch shines against a backdrop of pink grapefruits, peaches and limes. A bit of ripeness on the finish will pair well with Vietnamese fare.",,29,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Malk 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malk-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Malk 12.5,White,France,"The Gros Manseng, one of Gascony's two star white grapes (along with Petit Manseng), gives richness and delicious apricot flavors to this full and rounded wine. The acidity comes with the crisp, fruity Sauvignon Blanc. To drink now and until 2014.",Terres Blanches,15,88,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine Chiroulet 2012 Terres Blanches White (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chiroulet-2012-terres-blanches-white-cotes-gascogne/,White Blend,2012,Domaine Chiroulet 15,Red,Italy,"This Amarone has aromas of rich black fruit and vanilla. The palate shows almost overripe plum and berry flavors, along with oak sensations and toasted notes. You'll also detect a warm midpalate.",,49,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Giuseppe Lonardi 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-lonardi-2009-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Giuseppe Lonardi 14.2,Red,France,"Big, ripe, tannic and structured wine. It has rich black plum and chocolate flavors, very berry in its fruit. The dry core and wood flavors give smoothness to the texture. It would be worth aging this wine, so drink from 2015.",La Muguette,48,88,Southwest France,Côtes de Duras,,Domaine les Hauts de Riquets 2010 La Muguette Red (Côtes de Duras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-hauts-riquets-2010-muguette-red-cotes-duras/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine les Hauts de Riquets 14,Red,France,"This blend of 50% Carignan, 30% Syrah and 20% Grenache opens with juicy scents of red cherry, blueberry and a touch of bramble. Those notes continue through to the palate, alongside a soft, spicy accent that adds depth. Medium tannins provide a solid structure and carry on through the medium-length close.",Les Falaises,24,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages Tautavel,,Domaine Gardiés 2009 Les Falaises Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages Tautavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gardies-2009-falaises-red-cotes-villages-tautavel/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine Gardiés 12,White,France,"The acidity here is certainly the Chenin Blanc, but with the richness of Chardonnay in the mix, the wine has a full character, softly ripe, apples and pears dominant. It has a crisper feel at the end, bright and lively and ready to drink. Screwcap.",,12,88,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2012 Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2012-white-blend-chenin-blanc-chardonnay-cotes-gascogne/,Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay,2012,Domaine du Tariquet 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Although this is grassy and wiry smelling, there's enough ripe raspberry and red plum aromas to make the grade. A zesty, choppy feeling palate features plum, pie cherry and leafy berry flavors in front of a racy finish with decent follow through. This is 60% Malbec and 40% CS.",Expresiones Reserve,15,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Flichman 2011 Expresiones Reserve Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-flichman-2011-expresiones-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Finca Flichman 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This charming sparkler is made exclusively with Chardonnay grapes, and offers delicate aromas of walnut, Golden Delicous apples and a hint of baked bread, all of which carry over to the palate. It's crisp and frothy, with a clean, nutty finish.",Brut,24,88,,Trento,,Ferrari NV Brut Chardonnay (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-nv-brut-chardonnay-trento-179262/,Chardonnay,,Ferrari 14,Red,France,"Created by Vigouroux as a hommage to Malbec in Cahors and Argentina, this has the structure of Cahors and the rich smoothness of Mendoza. Complex, powerful, full of ripe fruit, it's impressively juicy, textured and full of acidity at the end.",Antisto Tradition,15,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2011 Antisto Tradition Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2011-antisto-tradition-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Georges Vigouroux 14.2,White,US,"This Chard is ripe with tropical fruit, lime, buttered toast and caramel flavors, but saved from flaccid simplicity by firm acidity and a stony minerality. The source of the grapes is the Dutton Ranch, one of the most superbly managed vineyards in Sonoma County.",Dutton Ranch,38,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Frazier 2011 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frazier-2011-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Frazier 15,Red,US,"A good, classy wine, showing refined Napa tannins and acidity, and flavors of blackberries and cassis. There's a hole in the middle that shows the challenges of making Petit Verdot, traditionally a blending wine, on its own.",,75,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frazier 2009 Petit Verdot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frazier-2009-petit-verdot-napa-valley/,Petit Verdot,2009,Frazier 14.5,Red,US,"This Cabernet-based blend is what the French call à point: right on target. It's soft and generous in cherry, mocha, plum and cedar flavors, leading to a sweet, spicy finish. Drink now.",Mercury Rising,22,88,California,California Other,California,Cinnabar 2010 Mercury Rising Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2010-mercury-rising-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Cinnabar 14.7,Red,US,"This Cabernet Sauvignon-centric blend includes all six Bordeaux varieties. It has sweet, ripe notes of fresh dark cherries, herbs and chocolate drizzled with butter backed by slightly dry tannins.",Destiny Estate Grown Destiny Ridge Vineyards,45,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Alexandria Nicole 2010 Destiny Estate Grown Destiny Ridge Vineyards Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2010-destiny-estate-grown-destiny-ridge-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2010,Alexandria Nicole 14.5,Red,US,"Aged 20 months in French and American oak (40% new), it has light aromas of high toned dried herbs, black currant and olive. It's airy in feel with the tannins providing some gruffness to an otherwise soft, silky wine.",,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Alder Ridge 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alder-ridge-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Alder Ridge 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a refined wine, with a layered fragrance of black cherry, raspberry, black pepper and bell pepper. The palate reveals ripe blackberry, plum and baking-spice flavors that are supported by refreshing acidity. Enjoy now or hold for a couple more years.",,23,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Albino Armani 2010 Valpolicella Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albino-armani-2010-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Albino Armani 15,Red,Italy,"This offers aromas of raisin, mature black fruit and spice. The palate is very lush and ripe, with plum and black cherry flavors layered with oak, chocolate, vanilla and espresso accents. It might not have much personality or complexity, but the flavors are defined and alluring.",,75,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Ca' Rugate 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rugate-2009-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2009,Ca' Rugate 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"With new wood aromas, this is as much table wine as Port. It does have great fruitiness—a powerful berry character—full in the mouth. It's ripe, with some dryness at the back, and is powered by its finishing acidity.",Vintage,,88,Port,,,Burmester 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burmester-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Burmester 13.8,Red,US,"This is a solid wine, full-bodied and dry, and while it's a little rustic on its own, barbecue will elevate it. Blended from the two Cabernets, Sauvignon and Franc, as well as 10% Syrah, its blackberry and cherry fruit is complexed with smoked meat and tamari, set off with crisp acidity. Drink now–2015.",Bouchet,35,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2009 Bouchet Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2009-bouchet-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Brander 15.5,Red,US,"Lusty and ripe, with very high alcohol, this wine nonetheless wears the heat well, showing jammy black cherry pie, licorice, crisp bacon, sandalwood and pepper flavors that go on into a long, spicy finish. The interesting blend is Tempranillo, Merlot, Grenache and Mourvèdre, with each variety playing an essential role.",Toro de Paso,37,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bodega de Edgar 2010 Toro de Paso Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-edgar-2010-toro-paso-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,Bodega de Edgar 12.5,White,France,"This is a soft and fruity wine, showing bright currant fruits in a perfumed context. Tangy, nervy, showing plenty of minerality to boost the acidity and fruitiness.",,14,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Leon Beyer 2011 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leon-beyer-2011-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Leon Beyer 13.7,Red,US,"This wine's aromas are muted at first but open delicately into strawberry and cherry most predominantly, representing the 55% Mourvèdre and 35% Grenache in the blend. On the finish, the 10% Petite Sirah speaks up in the form of chocolatey tannins.",Tailrace,19,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Legendre 2011 Tailrace Red (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legendre-2011-tailrace-red-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Legendre 14.5,Red,France,"Medium-intense scents of dark berries and black plum unfold in the bouquet of this wine, with soft hints of vanilla, toast and garrigue in the background. The mouthfeel is robust and gripping, with skin-driven fruit flavors and solid tannins that stay through the finish.",Rouge,17,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes,,Le Cirque 2011 Rouge Red (Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cirque-2011-rouge-red-vin-pays-cotes-catalanes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Le Cirque 12.5,Red,France,"A light and fruity wine, gently tannic while showing firmness at the edges. Red berry fruits dominate to give good acidity and an attractive fresh aftertaste.",Château Labrande,15,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2011 Château Labrande Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2011-chateau-labrande-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Jean-Luc Baldès 16,Red,Italy,"This Amarone is loaded with big fruit sensations of ripe cherry and plum, along with raisin, chocolate and oak accents. It's rather one dimensional, but has delicious fruit and is perfect for immediate enjoyment.",Grotta del Ninfeo,42,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Domenico Fraccaroli 2008 Grotta del Ninfeo (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domenico-fraccaroli-2008-grotta-ninfeo-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2008,Domenico Fraccaroli 15,Red,Italy,"Earthy aromas of leather, tobacco and raisin lead the nose of this wine. The palate shows a tight core of blackberry, layered with oak, vanilla and chocolate and supported by lively acidity. It finishes on a drying note of wood tannins.",Croce del Gal,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso Classico,,Cantine Benedetti 2008 Croce del Gal (Valpolicella Ripasso Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-benedetti-2008-croce-gal-red-valpolicella-ripasso-classico/,Red Blend,2008,Cantine Benedetti 14.5,Red,Italy,"This has aromas of ripe plum and new oak, with a hint of raisin. The palate delivers prune and black cherry notes, with a hint of cocoa. It's simply styled, but delicious.",Cadis,,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cantina di Soave 2010 Cadis (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2010-cadis-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2010,Cantina di Soave 14,Red,US,"Impressive for its power, a wine of considerable interest and complexity. It's rich in black cherries, red currants, cola, bacon and spice flavors, but the texture really stands up, a combination of firm tannins and brilliant acidity. Oak provides complicating notes of sweet toast. Drink soon.",Exuberance,45,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Canihan 2009 Exuberance Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canihan-2009-exuberance-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2009,Canihan 15,Red,Italy,"This is an unfettered but very enjoyable Amarone, with upfront aromas of black fruit. The palate shows ripe but not exuberant plum and prune flavors, with a hint of chocolate. Pair with seasoned cheeses or braised meat dishes.",,47,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Antica Corte 2010 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-corte-2010-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2010,Antica Corte 14.1,Red,US,"This Pinot starts out tight, but after some time in the glass opens up to reveal black raspberry, mushroom, cola and exotic spice notes. It's dry, yet silky, in the mouth. A pretty wine, and for the price, a comparative bargain.",Forty-Seven Friends,19,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ancient Oak Cellars 2010 Forty-Seven Friends Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-oak-cellars-2010-forty-seven-friends-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Ancient Oak Cellars 13.9,White,US,"This young, stainless steel-fermented Chardonnay has a beery hoppiness to the aromas, leading into a tart, juicy and crisp palate of lime and grapefruit. The acids taste of wet stone, and that vivid minerality brings dimension and lift to the finish.",Unoaked,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2012 Unoaked Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2012-unoaked-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2012,Airfield Estates 13.5,Red,France,"Smooth and soft, this is a warm wine, showing richness as well as a lightly rustic character that will disappear as the wine ages. It has fine tannins, layered with crisp acidity and a stalky, spicy texture. Drink now or keep until 2016.",,,88,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2012 Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2012-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2012,Lionel Osmin & Cie 14.5,Red,US,"Intensely concentrated in black currants, cassis liqueur and oak aromas and flavors, this Cabernet is so strong, it's practically undrinkable now. It's not just the potent tannins and bright acidity, it's the raw, jammy quality of the fruit. All these elements could begin to come together after 2017.",No. 77,75,88,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Foyt Family 2009 No. 77 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foyt-family-2009-no-77-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Foyt Family 12.5,White,France,"A delicate, crisp, very pure wine. It has perfumes of white flowers, which continue with the addition of ripe pear and lime. Crisp at the end, for drinking now, but also keep until 2017.",Tradition,17,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2011 Tradition Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2011-tradition-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Kuentz-Bas 13,Red,US,"Enticing and idiosyncratic on the nose, this Merlot offers notes of rose petal, smoke, blood orange and caraway seed. The palate is medium bodied and the 13% alcohol gives it a sense of finesse. Fine but firm tannins frame the cherry fruit, and it finishes with hints of maduro and rose.",Reserve,35,88,Virginia,Monticello,,Jefferson Vineyards 2008 Reserve Merlot (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jefferson-2008-reserve-merlot-monticello/,Merlot,2008,Jefferson Vineyards 12,White,US,"Don't let the label mislead you; this is not a dessert wine. It's off-dry, with a pretty suite of lemon, orange and citrus peel flavors. A whiff of tea runs through the aromas, and a bit of lemon oil in the finish.",Late Harvest,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2012 Late Harvest Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2012-late-harvest-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,Hogue 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a bright and delicious ripasso, loaded with notes of black cherry, exotic spice, white pepper and a hint of bitter almond. It has both freshness and structure, making this perfect to pair with savory stews, salami or grilled steaks.",Le Morete,20,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Manara 2010 Le Morete (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manara-2010-le-morete-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Manara 13,Red,France,"A rich wine, full of black fruits, ripe tannins and juicy acidity. It's powerful and structured, showing a mineral texture, bold acidity and ample fruitiness.",Domaine de la Croix Rouge,20,88,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Signé Vigneron 2012 Domaine de la Croix Rouge (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2012-domaine-croix-rouge-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2012,Signé Vigneron 14.1,Red,Argentina,"Pencil eraser, iodine, latex and blueberry aromas settle better than they start. In the mouth, this is saturated and chunky in feel, with toasty flavors of blackberry, licorice and mint that finish long, herbal and loamy.",Famiglia Bianchi,19,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Valentín Bianchi 2010 Famiglia Bianchi Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2010-famiglia-bianchi-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Valentín Bianchi 16,Red,Italy,"This opens with funky but not unpleasant aromas that soon burn off to reveal earthy notes and mature black fruit. The palate shows a very ripe—almost overripe—blackberry flavor, with mushroom and tobacco leaf accents. While the ripe fruit still has immediate appeal, this is getting tired, so drink soon.",,85,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Trabucchi d'Illasi 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trabucchi-dillasi-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2007,Trabucchi d'Illasi 14.2,Red,US,"This is the winery's Left-Bank-Bordeaux-style blend, three quarters Cabernet Sauvignon. It has a pleasing mix of red and black fruits, licorice, toast and smoke, and spent two and a half years in French oak, 60% new. The wine is quite tasty and drinking well, though the blend lacks focus.",The Main Event,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Scarborough 2010 The Main Event Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scarborough-2010-main-event-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Scarborough 11.6,White,US,"This is the ideal anti-Chardonnay white wine. There's no oak at all to interfere with the lemon, lime and mineral flavors, and the acidity is brisk and mouthwatering. A dry, crisply brilliant wine to drink now with everything from sushi to tuna tartare.",Rancho Arroyo Perdido,29,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Collection 35 2012 Rancho Arroyo Perdido Grüner Veltliner (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collection-35-2012-rancho-arroyo-perdido-gruner-veltliner-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Collection 35 14.5,Red,US,"Perfumed in cinnamon-flowery aromatics, this well-valued Zin is softly spiced, lush and smooth, drinkable with black cherry flavor and plenty of personality.",Ancient Vine,15,88,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Cline 2012 Ancient Vine Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2012-ancient-vine-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,2012,Cline 13,Red,France,"A smooth and rounded wine, its ripe plum and blueberry flavors well integrated into the soft tannins and sweet acidity. Drinkable now, but worth waiting for two more years.",Château de Chamirey,35,88,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Château de Chamirey (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-chateau-chamirey-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaines Devillard 13,White,France,"Full-bodied wine with ripe pear and red apple flavors, laced with delicate acidity. It's an elegant wine, a fine balance with a more mineral, tight texture as a counterpoint. Drink from 2014.",Château de Chamirey,35,88,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Château de Chamirey (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-chateau-chamirey-chardonnay-mercurey/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaines Devillard 11,Dessert,Austria,"Very spicy in character, the wine has a rich feel to it, offering a rounded palate with a touch of mango alongside the more complex almond and spiced pear flavors.",,,88,Burgenland,,,Giefing 2011 Traminer (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giefing-2011-other-white-traminer-burgenland/,Traminer,2011,Giefing 14,Red,France,"The small enclave of Buzet makes wines in a Bordeaux style, with black currant fruitiness and some firm tannins. This wine, now aging well, shows ripe juicy fruits, a solid dry core and refreshing, crisp acidity at the end.",Château Tournelles,20,88,Southwest France,Buzet,,Georges Vigouroux 2010 Château Tournelles Red (Buzet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2010-chateau-tournelles-red-buzet/,Red Blend,2010,Georges Vigouroux 14,Red,Spain,"Everything about this lighter-framed Navarran blend is an echo of when European red wines were racy and crisp as opposed to big, extracted, dark and woody. With fresh raspberry aromas, zesty acidity and earthy flavors of red berry and spice offset by cocoa and vanilla, this is akin to Bordeaux and it should go nicely with most kinds of food.",Crianza,16,88,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Finca Albret 2009 Crianza Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-albret-2009-crianza-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2009,Finca Albret 12.6,Red,US,"The core aromas of blackberry and dark cherry are detailed with touches of catnip, black tea and mocha. Medium in body, this wine has bright acidity and fine, chalky tannins that add grip to the succulent dark-berry flavor. The elegant 12.6% alcohol makes this wine extra food friendly.",,24,88,Virginia,Virginia,,Zephaniah 2010 Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zephaniah-2010-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Zephaniah 13.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy plum and raspberry aromas come with notes of animal fur and tree bark. This blend of Tempranillo, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon feels crisp due to lip-smacking acidity, while woody flavors of vanilla and dry spice form an accent to core red-fruit notes. A long, dry, stylish and tangy finish is squarely old school in character.",Reserva,19,88,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Príncipe de Viana 2009 Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-viana-2009-reserva-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2009,Príncipe de Viana 13.5,White,US,"There's a lot of appeal with notes of apricot, mango, butter and toasty spices. It's creamy in feel with the oak—70% American, half new—speckling the fruit flavors and the finish.",,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Seven Falls 2011 Chardonnay (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-falls-2011-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Chardonnay,2011,Seven Falls 14.9,Red,US,"Strength characterizes this 100% Cabernet, at the expense of finesse. It's eruptive in blackberries, currants, cola and sweet oak, and the flavors intensify in the mid-palate to the point of jam. As rich as it is, it feels overworked. Drink now–2016.",Firehouse Vineyard,85,88,California,Napa,Rutherford,Piña 2010 Firehouse Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pina-2010-firehouse-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Piña 13,Red,France,"A wine with some structure, firm tannins and attractive black cherry and spice flavors. The wine has good weight and a dense texture that promises medium-term aging.",Domaine de Lafayette,,88,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Domaine de Lafayette (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-domaine-lafayette-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Matchstick and cider scents are the key aromas on this fresh, citrusy, medium-bodied Cava. Punchy flavors of nectarine and orange finish mellow and fresh, with clarity and length.",Elyssia Gran Cuvée Brut,18,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Elyssia Gran Cuvée Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-elyssia-gran-cuvee-brut-sparkling-cava-178506/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet 14.5,White,US,"This oaky, fruity Chardonnay is lush and opulent. It has flavors of buttered toast, sweet cream, pineapples, tangerines, tropical-fruit jam, sautéed bananas and limes, accented with brisk acidity.",,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2012 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2012-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Freemark Abbey 14.3,Red,US,"Tightly wound and dry, this is an elegant, fruity Pinot marked by tart flavors of cranberries and pomegranates and relieved by richer notes of cherry pie and sweet oak. Turns sharp on the finish, with a cut of acidity. Drink up.",,30,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa County-Sonoma County,Reata 2011 Pinot Noir (Napa County-Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reata-2011-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-county-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Reata 14.2,Red,US,"With luscious raspberry, cherry and vanilla flavors, this silky Pinot is ready to drink now. It has a good structure of tannins and acids, as well as lots of new oak, which it handles well.",Rita's Crown,60,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Walt 2011 Rita's Crown Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walt-2011-ritas-crown-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Walt 14,Red,US,"Pure, sappy wine juice is the impression this wine leaves. Although it's a 2010, it is so fresh and tangy it might have come straight from the tank. Pomegranate and raspberry are the fruit highlights, with hints of pepper and herb.",Cabernet Frank,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,J Bell Cellars 2010 Cabernet Frank Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bell-cellars-2010-cabernet-frank-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,2010,J Bell Cellars 14.8,Red,US,"Hovey's Petite offers mountainous tannins that are still soft and structured, mellowed by the bright red raspberry and blackberry fruit encased in baking spice.",,26,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Hovey 2011 Petite Sirah (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hovey-2011-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Petite Sirah,2011,Hovey 14.4,Red,US,"Tastes as ripe, bright and spicy as it smells, with intense, pure flavors of raspberry, strawberry and cherry essence dusted with crushed white pepper, cinnamon and vanilla. Drink this light-bodied, savory young Pinot now and over the next year or two.",Heritage Selection,55,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Gundlach Bundschu 2010 Heritage Selection Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-2010-heritage-selection-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Gundlach Bundschu 13.5,Red,US,"This is a satin-smooth Merlot, nicely blended with 11% Syrah and a splash of Cabernet Sauvignon. Forward flavors, seamless, supple and flat out tasty, it weaves in threads of vanilla, cola and licorice around taut red fruits.",,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2011 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2011-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2011,Hogue 14.5,White,US,"The opulence of this Chard comes at least as much from the buttered toast and caramel notes of oak, as it does from the underlying pineapple and tropical fruit flavors. It's a crowd pleaser. Drink now.",Estate Vineyard Olivet Bench,40,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2011 Estate Vineyard Olivet Bench Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2011-estate-vineyard-olivet-bench-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,De Loach 12.5,White,France,"Tight acidity with a strong minerality, apple and apricot flavors just touched by vanilla. This is fruity, while also textured and structured. Worth aging, so drink from 2015.",Broc de Biques,,88,Burgundy,Chablis,,Damien et Romain Bouchard 2011 Broc de Biques (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damien-romain-bouchard-2011-broc-biques-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Damien et Romain Bouchard 14,Red,Italy,"From one of Amarone's most esteemed producers, this shows lots of oak on the nose, along with ripe blackberry aromas. The palate is dominated by oak and vanilla, but it also has black cherry notes and ample acidity. It finishes on a note of drying wood tannins.",,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Dal Forno Romano 2008 Valpolicella Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dal-forno-romano-2008-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Red Blend,2008,Dal Forno Romano 14.4,Red,US,"A lovely Cabernet for drinking now with upscale fare, like steak. It's dry and smooth in the mouth, with velvety tannins, and the flavors are rich in black currants and mocha, with a touch of dried sage and cedar.",,30,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Chateau St. Jean 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Chateau St. Jean 14.2,Red,US,"The blend includes Grenache and Syrah, suggesting a wine that is part Ribera del Duero, part Priorat. Firm and dark, with black fruits and a strong streak of licorice, with some lighter highlights of blueberry and coffee.",,23,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ott & Murphy 2010 Tempranillo (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ott-murphy-2010-tempranillo-columbia-valley-wa/,Tempranillo,2010,Ott & Murphy 14.5,Red,France,"Hints of earthy spice and bark add interest to the somewhat muted blackberry and black plum aromas. The wine opens up more on the palate, revealing a lush and creamy texture, with dense blackberry flavors and a sweet oak and vanilla spice that lingers through the finish.",,15,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon,,Domaine Cabirau 2011 Red (Côtes du Roussillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cabirau-2011-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Domaine Cabirau 14.8,Red,US,"A rich, thick, inky purple Petite Sirah with a small amount of Syrah blended in, offering aromas of baked plum, boysenberry and leathery spice. Elegant for the variety, the wine is concentrated and structured with a long finish of dark coffee.",Estate Grown,30,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Di Arie 2009 Estate Grown Petite Sirah (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arie-2009-estate-grown-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Petite Sirah,2009,Di Arie 14.5,Red,France,"This Syrah-dominant blend, with 25% Carignan and 5% Grenache, leads with oak-driven aromas of charred cedar, sweet smoke and vanilla bean that envelop the ripe blackberry and cherry fruit tones. The palate is lush and full, with a creamy roundness that's partially lifted by generous spicy notes of garrigue, licorice root and black pepper on the close.",Passion d'une Vie,28,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon,,Bernard Magrez 2010 Passion d'une Vie Red (Côtes du Roussillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-magrez-2010-passion-dune-vie-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Bernard Magrez 14.5,Red,France,"The fruity characteristics are the star of this wine, with heady notes of forest berry, red plum and cherry that flood the nose and mouth. Accents of chocolate, menthol and sweet smoke add depth, but play a delicate supporting role to the fleshy fruit core. Medium weight, with fine tannins and a fairly easygoing structure.",Les Sorcières,20,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon,,Domaine du Clos des Fées 2010 Les Sorcières Red (Côtes du Roussillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-clos-fees-2010-sorcieres-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine du Clos des Fées 13,White,France,"Soft and rich, a wine that shows the warmth of the vintage in this southern Burgundy appellation. It's full of yellow fruits with just a hint of pineapple along with a good line in acidity. A sense of minerality and texture appears at the end.",,31,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine du Chalet Pouilly 2010 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chalet-pouilly-2010-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine du Chalet Pouilly 14.2,Red,US,"Here's a rich, smooth wine for drinking now. It's softly luscious, packed with blackberry, cherry, anise and cedar flavors that finish with quite a bit of complexity.",Lot 357,18,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cameron Hughes 2010 Lot 357 Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2010-lot-357-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,2010,Cameron Hughes 14,Red,Italy,"This big and brooding wine offers intense aromas of black fruits, raisins, vanilla and toast. The palate presents ripe blackberry, white pepper, prune and licorice flavors. Pair it with seasoned cheeses or mushroom risotto.",Le Bessole,24,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Accordini Igino 2011 Le Bessole (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/accordini-igino-2011-le-bessole-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,2011,Accordini Igino 13,Red,France,"Celebrating the founding in 1875 of Antonin Rodet, this ripe, perfumed wine has red fruits that are opulent, gloriously drinkable already. It's ripe, softly textured, layered with delicate acidity.",Héritage Rodet,28,88,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Antonin Rodet 2010 Héritage Rodet (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2010-heritage-rodet-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2010,Antonin Rodet 14.4,Red,US,"Ripe and sweet in black cherry jam, cassis, chocolate, anise and cedar flavors that are delicious, but heavy, trading elegance and finesse in favor of opulent power. It's the poster child for Napa Cabernet made in the modern cult style.",,65,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ankh 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ankh-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Ankh 14.5,Red,US,"This is a Petite Sirah that's easy to love, ripe in sweet blackberry and smoky leather, juicy and balanced with enough meat to pair with a lamb roast or rack of ribs.",,18,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Graziano 2009 Petite Sirah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graziano-2009-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Petite Sirah,2009,Graziano 14.4,Red,US,"Coming from three different blocks of the winery's estate vineyard, it brings notes of cherry cola, peppery spices and medicine cabinet. The fruit flavors are quite ripe and lush, with the use of one year-old French oak putting the fruit front and center.",Jet Black Destiny Ridge Vineyard,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Alexandria Nicole 2011 Jet Black Destiny Ridge Vineyard Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2011-jet-black-destiny-ridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2011,Alexandria Nicole 13.6,White,US,"A great, all-purpose white blend, this is half Pinot gris, a third Viognier and the rest, a mix of Sémillon and Marsanne. Piercing flavors of pineapple, grapefruit and lemon peel shoot through the firm mid-palate. The skin flavors add a pleasantly light frame of bitter citrus around the finish.",Flygirl,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2012 Flygirl White (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2012-flygirl-white-columbia-valley-yakima/,White Blend,2012,Airfield Estates 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Tomato, red bell pepper, plum and currant aromas have a slightly sharp, varietal-related minty, green angle. This feels round and creamy on the tongue, with good acidity propping up flavors of baked berries, spice, chocolate, raw oak and vanilla. A medium-length finish with baking spice flavors confirms the wine's power.",Pasionado,60,88,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Andeluna 2008 Pasionado Cabernet Franc (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2008-pasionado-cabernet-franc-tupungato/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Andeluna 14.5,Red,Italy,"This has fresh acidity, making it very enjoyable. It has prune, raisin, tobacco leaf and graphite aromas, with a whiff of leather. The palate delivers flavors of blackberry, clove, orange peel and spirit-soaked cherries. It's not overly complex, but it's delicious.",Torre d'Orti,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Cavalchina 2011 Torre d'Orti (Valpolicella Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavalchina-2011-torre-dorti-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Cavalchina 13.6,Red,US,"This Syrah-Petite Sirah is starting to show some bottle age. It's still high in tannins, but the primary red and black stone fruits and berries are mellowing into dried fruits, with funkier notes of bacon, leather and tamari-splashed sautéed wild mushrooms. An interesting wine to drink now, and should continue to evolve for another 5–6 years.",Megandina Vineyard Vintner's Cuvée,75,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Brady Family 2009 Megandina Vineyard Vintner's Cuvée Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brady-family-2009-megandina-vineyard-vintners-cuvee-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Brady Family 14.3,Red,US,"This is modeled after a Rioja crianza, showing young, mixed fruits from a blend of 62% Tempranillo, 12% Graciano, 11% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Sauvignon and 6% Grenache. Showing generous acidity, hints of apple, peach, cranberry and herb, it's a fresh and fruit-driven young wine, perfect for warm weather enjoyment.",Corrida,33,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Brian Carter 2010 Corrida Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2010-corrida-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Brian Carter 14,Red,US,"This is a thickly tannic wine, cloaking its mix of mulberry, plum and cassis fruit in a robe of dark chocolate. The tannins are textured and grainy, but ripe enough, with plenty of supporting acidity that cuts through.",,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,J Bell Cellars 2010 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bell-cellars-2010-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2010,J Bell Cellars 13.5,Red,France,This single vineyard wine is powerful with its concentrated tannins and dark cherry fruits. Good acidity goes with the fruit and the dry core. A shame that a hint of banana spoils the aftertaste.,Domaine des Quatre Vents,,88,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Domaine des Quatre Vents (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-domaine-quatre-vents-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A ripe and fruity wine, showing touches of wood as well as a more rustic character. It is packed with acidity and black currant flavors, at the core firmly tannic.",Vintage,,88,Port,,,Quinta do Infantado 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-infantado-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Quinta do Infantado 15,Red,Italy,"This Amarone has somewhat rustic aromas that recall animal and meat juices. You'll also detect whiffs of burned rubber. The palate is better, showing ripe fruit and smooth tannins. While the fruit is delicious and immediate, this also reflects the heat of the vintage and is shy on fresh acidity.",,33,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Monte Zovo 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-zovo-2009-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2009,Monte Zovo 15,Red,Italy,"This forward Amarone reflects the heat of the vintage. It has somewhat evolved aromas of leather and prune, accompanied by rich black fruit flavors and soft acidity. The tannins are starting to fade, so enjoy now and over the next few years.",Famiglia Pasqua,40,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Pasqua 2009 Famiglia Pasqua (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasqua-2009-famiglia-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2009,Pasqua 14.5,White,US,"New French oak, to the tune of 50%, dominates this Chard, giving it buttered toast, vanilla and honey flavors that dominate the underlying pineapples, lemons and limes. The acidity is brisk and vital.",Durell Vineyard,50,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Pali 2011 Durell Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2011-durrell-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Pali 14.2,Red,US,"The nose is dominated by spices and herbs, a whiff of violets, fennel and white chocolate. Complex and intriguing, it leads into fruit flavors of plum and cherry, with a hint of alcoholic heat. The wine improved substantially after being open for several hours.",,27,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ott & Murphy 2010 Grenache (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ott-murphy-2010-grenache-columbia-valley-wa/,Grenache,2010,Ott & Murphy 13,Red,France,"A chunky, solid wine, its tannins as important as its fruitiness. It shows black fruits, ripe bitter cherry flavors, along with dense tannins. Offering a powerful blast of Pinot Noir, and worth aging for three years.",,50,88,Burgundy,Pommard,,Nuiton-Beaunoy 2011 Pommard,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nuiton-beaunoy-2011-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2011,Nuiton-Beaunoy 13,Red,France,"A soft and rounded wine, full of ripe fruits that command all the attention. Red fruits dominate, just supported by tannins and a firm dryness. This is a rich wine that will age quickly, worth drinking in the next two years.",,35,88,Burgundy,Beaune,,Nuiton-Beaunoy 2010 Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nuiton-beaunoy-2010-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Nuiton-Beaunoy 12,Sparkling,France,"A fresh, fruity and delicious Crémant from one of the most familiar names in Alsace sparkling wine. It shows lively acidity, bright apples and citrus and a lightly mineral aftertaste.",Brut,,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion NV Brut Sparkling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-nv-brut-sparkling-alsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Dopff & Irion 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Rich and ripe, with soft tannins and a dense texture. The wine has finely integrated weight and spice. It is soft and on the sweet side, with black currant fruit and a dense finish.",Vintage,,88,Port,,,Delaforce 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delaforce-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Delaforce 14.6,Red,US,"A very good Merlot rich in baked plum and rhubarb with a back note of olive. Slightly spicy and medium-bodied, the finish offers smoke and spice.",Hawks Butte Vineyard,28,88,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Bink 2009 Hawks Butte Vineyard Merlot (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bink-2009-hawks-butte-vineyard-merlot-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Merlot,2009,Bink 13.5,Red,Spain,"Licorice and leather aromas give character to smoky yet generic plum and raspberry scents. This feels tight and fresh given its age, with earthy, slightly muddled flavors of raspberry and plum infused with oak and vanilla. On the finish, things seem caught between racy and tired, so drink now.",Reserva,22,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Siglo 2007 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siglo-2007-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2007,Siglo 14,Red,Italy,"A softly polished wine that's ready to enjoy soon, this shows classic aromas of black fruit, spice, tobacco leaf and underbrush. It has a delicious black-cherry flavor, punctuated with black pepper, clove and a hint of bitter almond.",Monti Garbi,19,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2011 Monti Garbi (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2011-monti-garbi-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 14.7,Red,US,"Fruity and dark, this is an excellent chugging wine. It's substantial without being tiring; the fruit is lively and has a somewhat earthy, wild edge to it. Immediately tasty, this is one to enjoy in its youth.",Wilderness,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sparkman 2010 Wilderness Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2010-wilderness-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Sparkman 16,Red,Italy,"Earthy aromas of tilled soil, meat juices and blackberry are accompanied by flavors of black cherry and nutmeg. The palate is already evolved and shows tertiary aromas, with a slight warmth throughout, so drink over the next few years.",,35,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Scriani 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scriani-2008-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2008,Scriani 12,Sparkling,France,"Full, ripe wine, layered with fruits and a dry, more mineral core. The wine has good depth of flavor, strawberries, red currants and a citrus cut that keeps the wine fresh at the end.",Rosé Perle d'Aurore,17,88,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Louis Bouillot NV Rosé Perle d'Aurore (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bouillot-nv-rose-perle-daurore-pinot-noir-cremant-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,,Louis Bouillot 14.2,Red,US,"Aged for two years in Hungarian Tokaj barrels, this wine is fresh and appealing with notes of dark plum, spice and green herbs. The fruit flavors are sweet and succulent and backed by more tannic structure than usually seen for the variety.",,38,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Lantz 2010 Malbec (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantz-2010-malbec-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Malbec,2010,Lantz 14.5,Red,Italy,"This shows nice elegance and restraint. It has earthy aromas, along with black berry and tobacco notes. The palate delivers a core of tight black berry, plum, raisin pepper and cinnamon. While this doesn't have the longest finish, it's enjoyable.",,74,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,La Collina dei Ciliegi 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collina-ciliegi-2009-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2009,La Collina dei Ciliegi 14.7,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet shows a ripeness level that few Cabs in the world are able to achieve. It's awesomely rich in blackberry, blueberry and cherry jam, cassis liqueur and mocha flavors, with new oak influences. Drink it over the next four years.",El Coyote,80,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kuleto Estate 2009 El Coyote Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuleto-estate-2009-el-coyote-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Kuleto Estate ,Red,Argentina,"Tight, crisp, peppery aromas offset fruitier scents of cassis and plum. This feels focused and not too big or beefy. Flavors of toasty, rooty berry fruits and spice finish with oak, spice and ultimately a dosage of heat.",,,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Melipal 2010 Cabernet Franc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melipal-2010-cabernet-franc-mendoza/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Melipal 9.5,Dessert,Austria,"Austrians seem challenged to produce exotic blends. This wine with Riesling, Furmint and Sauvignon Blanc together, is an intriguing example. It is as rich, powerful and full-bodied. It is opulent in texture, and now mature.",Ruster Ausbruch,,88,Burgenland,,,Schandl 2006 Ruster Ausbruch White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schandl-2006-ruster-ausbruch-white-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian white blend,2006,Schandl 13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine offers blackberry, raisin and spice aromas upfront, with a whiff of vanilla. The palate shows a dense black-cherry flavor, with accents of white pepper and Asian spice, all wrapped up in a velvety mouthfeel. Bright acidity gives this energy and keeps it lively.",Gaso,26,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,San Rustico 2010 Gaso (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-rustico-2010-gaso-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,San Rustico 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made in a restrained style, this has savory black-fruit sensations. The palate delivers plum and raspberry flavors, with hints of bitter almond and tobacco that are supported by fresh acidity. Tellitalia Imports, Tradizione Imports.",Jago,20,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso Classico,,Villa Spinosa 2010 Jago (Valpolicella Ripasso Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-spinosa-2010-jago-red-valpolicella-ripasso-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Villa Spinosa 16.5,Red,Italy,"This opens with aromas of nearly overripe black fruit and hints of nail varnish. The palate delivers blackberry, chocolate, oak and vanilla flavors, along with spirit-soaked cherries. The alcohol is very evident, and although the fruit is delicious, it's one dimensional. Imported bz Panebianco, Vinity Wine Company.",Campomasua,55,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Venturini Massimino 2008 Campomasua (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venturini-massimino-2008-campomasua-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2008,Venturini Massimino 13.5,Red,Spain,"Reedy, tarry, black-fruit aromas come in front of a medium-sized palate. Blackberry, dark plum, chocolate and roasted, toasty flavors set up an earthy finish with a controlled but noticeable tannic grip. This is true to the textbook in terms of what is Ribera del Duero.",Crianza,18,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Vecordia 2009 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vecordia-2009-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Vecordia 14.1,Red,US,"This Merlot smells ripe and intense, with scents suggestive of spiced jammy blackberry, smoked wood, leather and dill. It is a ripe, full-bodied wine, yet it manages to remain finessed. Bright acids and muscular tannins keep this wine grounded, where it finishes with tang and astringency.",,28,88,Virginia,Virginia,,Rappahannock Cellars 2010 Merlot (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rappahannock-cellars-2010-merlot-virginia/,Merlot,2010,Rappahannock Cellars 14.1,Red,US,"Lots of rich, savory Pinot flavors in this silky wine. It's kind of generic, and not showing much sense of terroir, but it is a properly grown coastal wine whose brisk acidity highlights cola, pomegranate and persimmon flavors. Drink up.",,35,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,MacMurray Ranch 2011 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macmurray-ranch-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,MacMurray Ranch 12,Sparkling,France,"A blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, giving a classic mineral driven wine, very fresh and crisp with some weight as well. Citrus fruits dominate with hints of apple skin and pear. A sophisticated wine to accompany food.",Perle de Vigne Grande Réserve Brut,,88,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Louis Bouillot NV Perle de Vigne Grande Réserve Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bouillot-nv-perle-de-vigne-grande-reserve-brut-cremant-de-bourgogne-174333/,Champagne Blend,,Louis Bouillot 13,White,US,"This delightful wine exhibits crisp acidity and Riesling's characteristic petrol, citrus, lychee and honeysuckle flavors. It's slightly off dry with a clean edge of minerality.",,20,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,State of Art 2011 Riesling (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/state-art-2011-riesling-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Riesling,2011,State of Art 16.5,Red,Italy,"This Amarone has nearly overripe aromas, with hints of nail varnish and raisin. The palate is better, offering spirit-soaked black cherry, black pepper and licorice notes. You'll also notice the warmth of alcohol on the midpalate.",,86,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Rubinelli Vajol 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubinelli-vajol-2009-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Rubinelli Vajol 14.3,Red,US,The American oak aging (80%) plays a significant role here but not in a bad way. There are notes of toast and Mounds bar with ripe flavors and a cranberry-filled finish.,,16,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Roza Ridge 2010 Syrah (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roza-ridge-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Syrah,2010,Roza Ridge 14.5,Red,US,"With savory black currant, blackberry jam and toast flavors wrapped into firm, complex tannins, this is a lovely Cabernet to drink now. Shows many of the qualities of far more expensive Napa Cabs, with a bit less depth.",Estate,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Round Pond 2011 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/round-pond-2011-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Round Pond 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Fresh, clean apple and white-peach aromas are good but not overly expressive or complex. This feels fresh and lifted, with minerally, stony flavors of apple and lime. A clean, pointed finish feels nice and tastes like lettuce and bitter greens.",Reserva Heredad,25,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Reserva Heredad Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-reserva-heredad-sparkling-cava-178121/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas 14,White,France,"Gold in color, this is a mature wine interesting for its roasted almond and spice flavors, very ripe and rich. Drink this full-bodied wine now.",Cuvée des Comtes d'Eguisheim,43,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Leon Beyer 2007 Cuvée des Comtes d'Eguisheim Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leon-beyer-2007-cuvee-des-comtes-deguisheim-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Leon Beyer 14.6,Red,US,"Exceptionally fruity in raspberries and cherries, this Pinot shows finely-ground tannins that give it a distinguished texture. It's so forward in flavor that it may not be an ager, so drink up over the next three years.",Gap's Crown,60,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Walt 2011 Gap's Crown Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walt-2011-gaps-crown-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Walt 14,Red,Italy,"This savory selection offers a spicy bouquet of black pepper, nutmeg and clove, along with blackberry and cherry notes. It has a refined and vibrant palate, with black cherry, pepper and spice notes framed by silky tannins and refreshing acidity.",Vigneto I Cantoni,25,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Novaia 2010 Vigneto I Cantoni (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novaia-2010-vigneto-i-cantoni-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,2010,Novaia 14.9,Red,US,"Decadent in coffee, toffee and caramel tones, the leathery mouthfeel of this wine is met head-to-head by a juiciness of ripe, dense blackberry fruit. An approachable Petite Sirah that will also please lovers of the variety's chewiness and concentration.",Seven Sinners,19,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Nine North Wine Company 2010 Seven Sinners Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nine-north-wine-company-2010-seven-sinners-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2010,Nine North Wine Company 13,White,France,"Warm, fragrant and juicy, this is an off-dry, just peppery wine, full of ripe peach and pear flavors. Very fruity and delicious.",Trois Châteaux,25,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2011 Trois Châteaux Pinot Auxerrois (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2011-trois-chateaux-pinot-blanc-auxerrois-alsace/,Pinot Auxerrois,2011,Kuentz-Bas 12.5,Sparkling,US,"An unusual blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Grigio and Pinot Meunier, this bubbly is, in a word, delicious. It's ripe with oranges, pineapples, honey and vanilla, with crisp acidity and a Champagne-like sourdough leesiness.",Cuvée M,22,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa NV Cuvée M Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-nv-cuvee-m-sparkling-napa-valley-178756/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Napa 13.8,Red,US,"This is a solid Cabernet that shows the promise of the appellation in the central part of Monterey's Salinas Valley. It's dry and medium-bodied, with savory red-cherry candy, cranberry and currant flavors.",,12,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Muirwood 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muirwood-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Muirwood 14,Red,France,"The richness of the vintage is very apparent in this full-bodied wine. With weight, structure and dark black fruits, it is textured and showing some vanilla and spice. Smooth, developing well and ready to drink in 2014.",,,88,Southwest France,Buzet,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2010 Red (Buzet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2010-red-buzet/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Lionel Osmin & Cie 13,White,France,"This is a fresh and vibrant wine, with upfront aromas of ripe peach, melon and Anjou pear all accented by hints of white florals and orange blossom. Lightweight, with an approachable, fruit-forward palate and a crisp, clean finish. Drink now.",,12,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes,,Penya 2012 Viognier (Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penya-2012-viognier-vin-pays-cotes-catalanes/,Viognier,2012,Penya 13.5,Rose,France,"This Grenache Noir-based rosé is light and bright, with medium-intense aromas of red cherry and strawberry upfront, followed by hints of stone fruit and peach pit. Light weight, with brisk acidity and a crisp, clean finish. Drink now.",,12,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes Catalanes,,Penya 2012 Rosé (Côtes Catalanes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penya-2012-rose-cotes-catalanes/,Rosé,2012,Penya 13,White,Italy,"Made with the Friulano grape—formerly known as Tocai Friulano—this white offers lemon peel and mineral aromas that carry over to the palate. It's long and linear, with a crisp finish.",,30,88,,Collio,,Mario Schiopetto 2011 Friulano (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-schiopetto-2011-italian-white-friulano-collio/,Friulano,2011,Mario Schiopetto 15,Red,US,"A pleasure to taste a Cabernet this rich in fruit, yet one that finishes so dry. It's delicious in blackberries, currants and mocha, wrapped into sweetly smooth tannins. It's a little high in alcohol and soft in acidity. Drink now.",Reserve,50,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Justin 13,White,France,"Fresh and very crisp, this is a distinctive, fragrant wine. It has concentration, tight acidity, with apples and minerality. At the end, the wine is more floral, open and ripe. Drink after 2016.",Vieilles Vignes,17,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Marc Bernhard 2011 Vieilles Vignes Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-marc-bernhard-2011-vieilles-vignes-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Jean-Marc Bernhard 14.2,Red,US,"Shows green mint and cherry jam flavors, together with zippy acidity, suggesting the chilly vintage. The wine is delicate and light in the mouth, and quite nice to drink now. Perfect with tuna tartare.",Estate Grown,45,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 2010 Estate Grown Pinot Meunier (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2010-estate-grown-other-red-pinot-meunier-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Meunier,2010,J Vineyards & Winery 13.5,Red,US,"At first a stiff, unyielding wine, this shows promising—though compact—dark fruits with a strong herbal streak. Fresh greens and other herbs move into a finish with barrel flavors of tar and espresso.",Reserve,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2010 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2010-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Hogue 13,Red,France,"The vineyards of the 13th century abbey of La Ferté produces some of the best Givry. This wine has great structure with firm tannins, and also rich, juicy fruitiness that offers delicious acidity and a more solid base for aging. Drink from 2016.",Clos du Cellier aux Moines Premier Cru,40,88,Burgundy,Givry,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Clos du Cellier aux Moines Premier Cru (Givry),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-clos-cellier-aux-moines-premier-cru-pinot-noir-givry/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaines Devillard 14.5,White,US,"Just delicious, showing the pure, laser-like lime, tangerine and ripe peach flavors of the Edna Valley, as well as the vibrant acidity that makes the wine so mouthwatering. Serve it cold and then pay attention to how it changes as it warms up.",Heritage Winemaker Series,27,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Edna Valley Vineyard 2011 Heritage Winemaker Series Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-2011-heritage-winemaker-series-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Edna Valley Vineyard 13.5,Red,US,"This is Blue Plate's first red wine after a couple successful vintages of Clarksburg Chenin Blanc. It's an impressive wine and one hell of a deal. Light in color with a pretty nose of flowery raspberry and strawberry, it's softly textured and delicious with a long finish, a wine to savor but not take too seriously, simply drink and enjoy.",,16,88,California,California Other,California,Blue Plate 2012 Grenache (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-plate-2012-grenache-other/,Grenache,2012,Blue Plate 14.5,Red,US,"Grenache, which accounts for 31% of the blend, dominates the flavor, giving it the pure essence of red cherries. There's also a lot of Syrah, which brings darker tones as well as tannic weight and depth. It's quite a good wine, and shows mastery of the blend, with grapes coming from all over Central and Northern California. Drink now.",Hope,38,88,California,California Other,California,Aver Family Vineyards 2010 Hope Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aver-family-2010-hope-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Aver Family Vineyards 14.2,White,US,"This is an oaky Chardonnay with buttered toast and butterscotch flavors that overlay rich apricot, tangerine and tropical fruits. The opulence is balanced with crisp acidity. It's all a bit forward and obvious, but in a good way.",Lot 364,15,88,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Cameron Hughes 2011 Lot 364 Chardonnay (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2011-lot-364-chardonnay-napa-atlas-peak/,Chardonnay,2011,Cameron Hughes 13.1,Rose,US,"This wine does a good job of transforming ripe Pinot grapes, with all their raspberry and cherry fruit, into a rosé that's ethereal and delicate. The wine is dry and the alcohol level is moderate, making it delicate and crisp in the mouth.",Rosé of,21,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Cartograph 2012 Rosé of Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartograph-2012-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,Cartograph 13.8,White,US,"This is a dry Gewurz that's delightful to drink now. The lychee, Asian pear and citrus flavors feel elegant and refined. Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese and Burmese fare are all natural companions.",Floodgate Vineyard,24,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Cartograph 2012 Floodgate Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartograph-2012-floodgate-vineyard-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Cartograph 16.5,Red,Italy,"This is a straightforward Amarone, with red fruit and spice aromas. The palate delivers cherry and raspberry flavors and a hint of white pepper. It's not as rich as some Amarones, but the lithe tannins and fresh acidity make it very drinkable.",Ca' Bertoldi,40,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Recchia 2006 Ca' Bertoldi (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recchia-2006-ca-bertoldi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2006,Recchia 14.8,Red,US,"The Kingpin Cabernet leans into the flavors of savory herb and leaf, with peppery accents to the light strawberry fruit. It's a pleasant, relatively light style that fades into a gentle finish.",Kingpin,62,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Sparkman 2010 Kingpin Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2010-kingpin-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Sparkman 14.9,Red,US,"Delicious and soft in raspberries, cherries and the sweet vanilla and the cinnamon toast of new oak, this is a charming Pinot to drink now. It's light and airy in the mouth. Perfect with a simply prepared grilled steak or lamb chop.",Sierra Mar Vineyard,60,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Walt 2011 Sierra Mar Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walt-2011-sierra-mar-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Walt 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Full, rounded and rich, this wine shows some wood flavors as well as complex tannins and acidity. There's a funky edge to it that suggests a rustic character. At the end, though, the acidity of the vintage dominates.",Vintage,,89,Port,,,Quinta Vale Dona Maria 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vale-dona-maria-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Quinta Vale Dona Maria 16.5,Red,Italy,"This has a fragrance of black fruit, vanilla and oak. On the palate, it shows mature blackberry and plum-cake flavors, along with very evident oak and toasted notes. While this is still alluring, the fruit and freshness are starting to fade, so drink soon.",Riserva Fondatori,60,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Musella 2008 Riserva Fondatori (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/musella-2008-riserva-fondatori-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2008,Musella 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Made from Chardonnay and Pinot Gris, this bubbly is light in body and elegant, with a cloud-like lightness. The palate is high toned with flavors of oranges, limes, honey and vanilla bean. The bubbles are scoury. Drink up.",Blanc de Blancs,38,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa 2008 Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-2008-blanc-blancs-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Mumm Napa 12,Sparkling,France,"A complex, full-bodied wine that is full of mature fruit flavors with a touch of toast to add to the attractive mix. With apple, quince and almonds well blended together, this is a finely balanced wine, that could age for a couple of years more.",Perle d'Or Brut,25,89,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Louis Bouillot 2007 Perle d'Or Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bouillot-2007-perle-dor-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,2007,Louis Bouillot 14,Red,US,"If fruit were the only thing that counted, this Pinot would get a perfect score, with an upfront burst of cherries, strawberries and raspberries. The oak appliqué is rich and balanced, and the tannin-acid structure is just fine. Its powerful fruit notes suggest to give it 6–7 years.",,48,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Mansfield-Dunne 2011 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mansfield-dunne-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Mansfield-Dunne 14.2,Red,US,"Complex in Middle Eastern and baking spices, Occasio's Petite Sirah is meant to be a tribute to the Livermore Valley's early days of viticultural promise and it delivers in a modern way. With a juicy mouthfeel of red and black fruit, it retains vibrant acidity and finishes long.",Del Arroyo Vineyard,35,89,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Occasio 2010 Del Arroyo Vineyard Petite Sirah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/occasio-2010-arroyo-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petite Sirah,2010,Occasio 13.5,Red,Spain,"Briny, slightly herbal aromas suggest lifted horse hide and leather notes. This is lively on the palate, with herbal, foxy flavors of plum and cassis that finish with toasty oak, licorice and heat. This is a bright, honest introduction to what Priorat wines are about.",Negre,22,89,Catalonia,Priorat,,Finca Tobella 2009 Negre Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-tobella-2009-negre-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2009,Finca Tobella 15,Red,France,"Medium-intense scents of ripe blackberry and raspberry unfold on the nose of this wine, with additional accents of garrigue and softly toasted oak in the background. Dark fruit flavors abound on the palate, with a solid sweet-spice flavor that stays through the lasting finish.",Vieilles Vignes,35,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Domaine du Clos des Fées 2009 Vieilles Vignes Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-clos-fees-2009-vieilles-vignes-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine du Clos des Fées 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a delicious and bright wine that boasts plum, black cherry, white pepper and nutmeg sensations. It combines the freshness of Valpolicella with the ripeness of Amarone, and is very food friendly.",Montecorna,20,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Farina 2011 Montecorna (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farina-2011-montecorna-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Farina 13,Red,France,"This wine, solid and dense, is full of firm tannins as well as red cherry fruits. It's also fruity, with a great juicy character that permeates right through the wine. For drinking now, but better kept for 2–3 years.",Domaine de Lavernée,,89,Beaujolais,Chiroubles,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Domaine de Lavernée (Chiroubles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-domaine-lavernee-gamay-chiroubles/,Gamay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 14.2,White,US,"Made in the oaky, lush style of California Chardonnay, but balanced with fine acidity and minerality that ground and control the pineapple, tropical fruit, sweet vanilla and buttered toast flavors. Appeals to the popular Chard style without pandering.",,20,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Chateau St. Jean 2011 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Chateau St. Jean 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A lusciously fruity wine, opulent in style, with ripe black-plum fruit and soft tannins. Yet the structure and the acidity promise a good future for this generous, full-bodied wine.",Vintage,,89,Port,,,Barros 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barros-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Barros 12,Sparkling,France,"A rich, full-bodied while also crisp wine. It has some bottle age giving an edge of toastiness to this blend of four grapes, Pinot Noir, Gamay, Chardonnay and Aligoté. There is a good orange zest tang, a steely edge and tight final acidity.",Réserve Brut,21,89,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Bailly-Lapierre NV Réserve Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailly-lapierre-nv-reserve-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Sparkling Blend,,Bailly-Lapierre 14,Red,Italy,"This is fresh and lively, with a black cherry core accented by hints of nutmeg, mint, carob and fig. It has both elegance and structure. Pair this with meat-filled ravioli or seasoned cheeses.",Pariondo,26,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Brunelli 2011 Pariondo (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brunelli-2011-pariondo-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Brunelli 15,Red,US,"At seven years of age, this Syrah-Petite Sirah blend is drying out. The original blackberry and cherry fruit flavors are turning in the direction of sweet leather, mushrooms and cola. But it's an interesting wine, complex and dry, and will challenge a chef's ability to devise the proper pairing. Should continue to evolve over the next six years.",Megandina Vineyard Vintner's Cuvée,75,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Brady Family 2006 Megandina Vineyard Vintner's Cuvée Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brady-family-2006-megandina-vineyard-vintners-cuvee-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Brady Family 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"While there is an initial barnyard edge, once that blows off, it reveals a dense and solid wine, packed with ripe black fruit and sweet tannins. The acidity brings out spice and edgy, mineral characters.",Vintage,,89,Port,,,Kopke 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kopke-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Kopke 14.8,Red,US,"This blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, sends up toasty aromatics richly imbued with the scents of new oak. John Bookwalter consistently makes wines in this style, which in a cooler year such as 2010, can seem to mask the fruit. Give it plenty of breathing time and the blackberry and black cherry core will begin to emerge from the toast, mocha and coffee.",Foreshadow,45,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2010 Foreshadow Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2010-foreshadow-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,J. Bookwalter 14.5,Red,France,"Ripe black cherry, raspberry and wild strawberry notes abound on the nose and in the mouth of this accessible wine. Medium weight, with fine yet spicy tannins and a medium-length finish that's kissed with a hint of mocha. Easy, approachable and food friendly; drink now.",Réserve Vieilles Vignes,28,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages Tautavel,,Les Vignerons de Tautavel Vingrau 2009 Réserve Vieilles Vignes Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages Tautavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-tautavel-vingrau-2009-reserve-vieilles-vignes-red-cotes-villages-tautavel/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Les Vignerons de Tautavel Vingrau 14.2,White,US,"A first for Lauren Ashton, this barrel-fermented Sémillon was sourced from the excellent Dineen Vineyard. It's firm and tightly packed with melon, jicama, pineapple and green banana fruit. Highlights of honeysuckle and lemon verbena are also in the mix. The finish is a little short, but more bottle age might well bump up the score.",,27,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Lauren Ashton Cellars 2012 Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lauren-ashton-cellars-2012-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,2012,Lauren Ashton Cellars 13.5,White,France,"Medium sweet in style, this is as much about ripe tropical and pineapple fruits as about spice and richness. It's an opulent, full-bodied wine, showing its spice right up front. At the same time, it is well balanced, hinting at acidity at the end. Drink from 2015.",Vieilles Vignes,19,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Marc Bernhard 2011 Vieilles Vignes Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-marc-bernhard-2011-vieilles-vignes-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Jean-Marc Bernhard 14.5,Red,Italy,"This leads with pretty fragrances of plum and black cherry, with hints of oak and vanilla. The palate is soft and round, offering dark fruit and chocolate flavors layered with cinnamon and nutmeg.",,18,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,La Dama 2010 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-dama-2010-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,La Dama 14.5,Red,US,"An intensely dark and elegant Malbec, structured in firm tannins and complex in black almost-liqueur-like cherry, and a finish of herb, oak and mocha. A full-bodied and yet soft wine that is ready to drink now that is poised to get more interesting in time. A small percentage (10%) of Cabernet Sauvignon is blended in.",Amber Knolls Vineyard,65,89,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Cinnabar 2009 Amber Knolls Vineyard Malbec (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2009-amber-knolls-vineyard-malbec-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Malbec,2009,Cinnabar 15,Red,Italy,"This Amarone is made in a more restrained style. It shows black cherry, raisin and black pepper sensations. While it's not overly complex, it has great fruit and spice flavors, and is perfect to accompany seasoned dishes, like grilled Portobello mushroom steaks.",,50,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Zonin 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-2009-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2009,Zonin 15,Red,Argentina,"Foxy berry aromas are the lead scent, and they're followed by notes of wet dog and raspberry. This is full bodied and round as a ball, with earthy, lightly herbal flavors of red berries, thyme and rosemary. A warm, loamy finish brings oaky flavors and closing weight. Drink this blend of 70% Malbec and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon through 2016.",Amancaya Gran Reserva,21,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodegas Caro 2011 Amancaya Gran Reserva Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-caro-2011-amancaya-gran-reserva-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Bodegas Caro 12.5,Sparkling,US,"This 100% Pinot Noir is full-bodied and rich, with raspberry, cherry, yeast, toast and vanilla flavors that finish sweet and honeyed. The mouthfeel is soft and silky. Lovely for drinking now, as a toast or just Sunday brunch.",Blanc de Noirs,30,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Breathless NV Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/breathless-nv-blanc-noirs-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Sparkling Blend,,Breathless 14,Red,Spain,"Charred aromas top this dark-fruited, high-quality Bobal from central Spain. While not very complex, this wine is exceedingly friendly and easy to like; it feels smooth and deep, with oaky goodness supporting black-fruit, carob and herbal flavors. Toast, blackberry, licorice and clove flavors all rise up on a clean, medium-length finish.",,15,89,Levante,Utiel-Requena,,Bovale 2011 Bobal (Utiel-Requena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bovale-2011-spanish-red-bobal-utiel-requena/,Bobal,2011,Bovale 13,White,Italy,"This has a pretty fragrance of Spanish broom, citrus and pear. The palate shows white peach, pear and apple along with mineral sensations presented in a restrained, elegant style.",,30,89,,Collio,,Mario Schiopetto 2011 Pinot Bianco (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-schiopetto-2011-pinot-blanc-bianco-collio/,Pinot Bianco,2011,Mario Schiopetto 14,Red,US,"From the start, the aromas of cassis, dark cherry, leather and coffee grounds are medium in intensity, but with time they gain steam. Medium in body, this Merlot has firm tannins that are balanced by uplifting acids. The spiced plum flavor veers into the medium-long finish, which tastes like pink roses sprinkled with ground coffee beans.",,30,89,Virginia,Virginia,,8 Chains North 2010 Merlot (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/8-chains-north-2010-merlot-virginia/,Merlot,2010,8 Chains North 14.1,Red,US,"This is a first for Forgeron, pure Sangiovese, sourced entirely from the Boushey vineyard. A soft, plummy entry spreads lushly across the palate, with flavors of ripe raspberries and strawberries. The acids have a sharp edge and a slight perception of chalk, while the finish turns further in that direction, with a hint of milk chocolate.",,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2010 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2010-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2010,Forgeron 14.5,Red,US,"Honig's basic Napa Cab is a pleasant wine to drink now. It shows an elegance of tannins and acids, with well-ripened blackberry, black currant and cedar flavors that finish with refinement.",,45,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Honig 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/honig-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Honig 12,White,France,"Fragrant and perfumed, this is a delicious wine. While the perfumes shine, it has a more subtle citrus fruit and honey character that gives the wine elegance as well as immediate attraction.",Réserve,16,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Leon Beyer 2010 Réserve Muscat (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leon-beyer-2010-reserve-muscat-alsace/,Muscat,2010,Leon Beyer 16.5,Red,Italy,"This Amarone is well made and boasts dark fruit and spice aromas and flavors. The dominant oak sensations of vanilla, toast and coffee make it a tad anonymous in style.",Campo Leon,54,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Latium di Morini 2009 Campo Leon (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latium-morini-2009-campo-leon-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2009,Latium di Morini 16.5,Red,Italy,"This Amarone has aromas of ripe berry, raisin and spice. The palate delivers mature plum, prune and black licorice notes. It's soft and sweet right now, but reflecting the heat of the vintage, it also seems evolved beyond its age, so drink soon.",Acinatico,38,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Stefano Accordini 2009 Acinatico (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-accordini-2009-acinatico-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Stefano Accordini 13.7,White,US,"The chilly vintage has yielded lean flavors of grapefruits and limes, but sur lie aging lends notes of cream, while oak brings a subtle touch of buttered toast. The result is elegant and complex.",,40,89,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Spring Mountain Vineyard 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-2011-sauvignon-blanc-napa-spring-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Spring Mountain Vineyard 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a delicious ripasso, with mouthwatering aromas of black fruit, mushroom and white pepper. Mouthfuls of ripe black cherry, nutmeg and licorice flood the palate. Its velvety texture is uplifted by fresh acidity, making it perfect for rich pastas or steaks.",,17,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Speri 2011 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/speri-2011-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Speri 14.4,Red,US,"Sourced again from the excellent Far Away vineyard, this pure varietal Mourvèdre shows lovely, fruit-driven aromas of baked cherry, plum and apple. It's round and detailed on the palate, with highlights of cinnamon, cardamom, and pepper.",Far Away Vineyard,26,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Trio Vintners 2010 Far Away Vineyard Mourvèdre (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trio-vintners-2010-far-away-vineyard-mourvedre-columbia-valley-yakima/,Mourvèdre,2010,Trio Vintners 15.5,Red,Italy,"This has an earthy fragrance of moist soil and tobacco, with hints of raisin. The palate delivers plum, nutmeg and black pepper notes, but it's already quite evolved, so drink soon.",,54,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,San Rustico 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-rustico-2008-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2008,San Rustico 14.5,White,US,"Coming from a warm site in a cool vintage, it's an intriguing wine with notes of freshly cut hay, peach and mango. It's lighter in style, with the partial malolactic fermentation (60%) providing extra weight and feel.",Canoe Ridge Estate,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Chateau Ste. Michelle 2010 Canoe Ridge Estate Chardonnay (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2010-canoe-ridge-estate-chardonnay-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Chardonnay,2010,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14,Red,France,"Firmly tannic wine, packed with dark, ripe fruits. It has weight, concentration and dense texture that brings together the fruit juiciness with the dry structure. Solid, while also stylish.",Prestige,18,89,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Saint-Sernin 2009 Prestige Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-sernin-2009-prestige-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2009,Château Saint-Sernin 12,Sparkling,France,"Warm and soft, this is an apéritif style of Crémant, light and fruity. There is a light tang of orange zest followed by crisper citrus notes and green apples. Textured, fresh and ready to drink.",Comtes d'Isenbourg Brut,,89,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Dopff & Irion NV Comtes d'Isenbourg Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-nv-comtes-disenbourg-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Dopff & Irion 15,Red,US,"Ripe and heady in black currants, cassis liqueur, blackberry pie and mocha flavors, this Cab's high alcohol gives it a soft mellow mouthfeel, as well as some heat in the finish. With velvety tannins, it will pair well with a great steak.",,55,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frazier 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frazier-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Frazier 14.5,Red,US,"As rich as this Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend is, and it is extraordinarily rich, there's something standard about it. It's as though the ripeness of the fruit has obliterated any trace of terroir. Offers a fantastically sweet explosion of blackberries, cherries, plums and chocolate, alongside caramelized, butterscotchy oak, but beyond the sheer power, the wine isn't displaying much subtlety. Hard to tell where it's going, if anywhere.",Winston Hill,150,89,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frank Family 2010 Winston Hill Red (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2010-winston-hill-red-napa-rutherford/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Frank Family 13,White,Italy,"This medium-bodied white is made from the Trebbiano grape in a small area between Veneto and Lombardy. It has lovely fragrances of peach blossom and Spanish broom, while the palate delivers white peach and lemon pastry flavors. It finishes crisp and clean.",San Benedetto,15,89,Lombardy,Lugana,,Zenato 2012 San Benedetto (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2012-san-benedetto-italian-white-turbiana-lugana/,Turbiana,2012,Zenato 13.7,Red,Argentina,"An aggressive bouquet of raw wood, rubber, coconut, licorice and blackberry introduces a driving palate with powerful berry, plum and cassis flavors. This features bright acidity, plenty of weight and a lightly oaked finish with residual flavors of tomato, licorice and cassis.",Himno,26,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zemlia 2010 Himno Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zemlia-2010-himno-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Zemlia 12,Dessert,Austria,"For a Beerenauslese this is more rich than sweet. It is very spicy and dry at the core with peppered pear flavors. It's powerful and concentrated, needing aging. Drink from 2017.",Beerenauslese,,89,Burgenland,,,Tinhof 2010 Beerenauslese White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinhof-2010-beerenauslese-white-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian white blend,2010,Tinhof 12.7,Red,US,"Shows the richness and full body that a young Fogarty Pinot often displays, the result of a warmer growing region. The wine is forward and jammy in red cherries and earthy fruits, such as pomegranates and persimmons, with a spicy finish. Fine now, and will hold for a couple years.",Razorback Vineyard Estate Grown,65,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2011 Razorback Vineyard Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2011-razorback-vineyard-estate-grown-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2011,Thomas Fogarty 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a lovely wine that has structure, finesse and character. It's loaded with dark cherry, pepper, tobacco and spice sensations that are balanced by fresh acidity and supple tannins.",,30,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Marion 2009 Valpolicella Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marion-2009-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Red Blend,2009,Marion 14.5,Red,US,"This is a Bordeaux-style blend with 60% Cabernet Franc as its anchor. Brambly berry flavors of strawberry and raspberry meld into a plummy middle, with the concentration of fruit preserves. The acidity is sufficient to keep it from becoming too soft, and the tannins are pleasant but subdued. This is a tasty bottle ready to enjoy immediately.",Radieux,36,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ott & Murphy 2009 Radieux Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ott-murphy-2009-radieux-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Ott & Murphy 14.5,Red,US,"This is mostly Syrah, with 17% Mourvèdre and 5% co-fermented Viognier as well. Dark, sappy and substantial, it's a pleasing mix of black fruits, juicy in the mouth, and with a finishing streak of coffee liqueur.",L'Entente,36,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ott & Murphy 2009 L'Entente Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ott-murphy-2009-lentente-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Ott & Murphy 13.7,Red,US,"This brings a tight but well-balanced blend of cranberry and raspberry fruit flavors, with snappy acidity. The fruit is bolstered with firm, lightly earthy tannins. It was aged in a mix of half American, half French, all-neutral oak.",Estate Grown,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Obelisco Estate 2010 Estate Grown Malbec (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obelisco-estate-2010-grown-malbec-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Malbec,2010,Obelisco Estate 12.5,Red,France,"The wine has weight, and dense tannins at this stage. What does give it a hint of Volnay's generosity is the warm, full fruit that is behind the structure. It's obviously going to need at least three years to soften out into a more rounded wine.",,40,89,Burgundy,Volnay,,Nuiton-Beaunoy 2011 Volnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nuiton-beaunoy-2011-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2011,Nuiton-Beaunoy 13.5,White,US,"Soft and lightly buttery, this offers clean fruit flavors of apple and pear. Not quite as concentrated as previous efforts, perhaps a reflection of a cooler vintage in this northern location.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,23,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2011 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2011-stillwater-creek-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Novelty Hill 13.3,White,US,"This is a lovely bottle from this Idaho producer with notes of hay, butter, spice and melon. It has a broad, creamy feel that lingers on the finish.",French Creek Vineyard,28,89,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Periple 2011 French Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/periple-2011-french-creek-vineyard-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Periple 15,Red,Italy,"While the nose shows cooked fruit and nail varnish, the palate is better, with ripe black fruit, plum, pepper, cinnamon and tobacco flavors. While it's brooding, it also has fresh acidity to balance the dense fruit.",,60,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Pietro Zardini 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-zardini-2008-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2008,Pietro Zardini 16,Red,Italy,"This Amarone shows dominant oak and vanilla on the nose, along with prune and licorice notes. The palate is also dominated by oak, vanilla and toasted notes, along with black fruit and alcoholic warmth. Overall, it's a bit dense, and while it lacks finesse, it is rich and does have its own charm.",Campedel,70,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Gamba Gnirega 2009 Campedel (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamba-gnirega-2009-campedel-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Gamba Gnirega 12.5,White,France,"A fine vintage of this always delicious Chablis. The wine has weight, a sense of warmth from its yellow fruits and depth of flavor. Full and ripe in the mouth, it will age for a year, although it is drinkable already.",La Sereine,24,89,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2011 La Sereine (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2011-sereine-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,La Chablisienne ,White,US,"A big, rich Chardonnay, oozing with ripe apricot, tangerine, mango and lime flavors. Crisp Central Coast acidity provides the perfect foil for all that opulence. Comes from the Bien Nacido Vineyard, although it doesn't say so on the label.",Y Block,20,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Qupé 2012 Y Block Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2012-block-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2012,Qupé 13,Sparkling,US,"This is a blend of 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay. It shows the finesse that Schramsberg sparkling wines always exhibit. The flavors are easy to like, suggesting strawberries, peaches, honey and yeast. Drink now–2015.",Brut Rosé,43,89,California,North Coast,Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma-Marin,Schramsberg 2009 Brut Rosé Sparkling (Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma-Marin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2009-brut-rose-sparkling-north-coast-napa-mendocino-sonoma-marin/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Schramsberg 13.5,Red,Italy,"Mouthfuls of black cherry, raspberry, nutmeg and cinnamon abound in this wine. It boasts a beautiful structure coupled with elegant freshness. Drink now through the next few years.",,33,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Giuseppe Campagnola 2011 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-campagnola-2011-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Giuseppe Campagnola 14,Red,US,"The best of a lineup of single varietal red wines, this melds raspberry and cassis fruit flavors into a wrapping of earth and licorice. The dark and roasted accents continue through the finish with earthy tannins and a hint of stem.",,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,J Bell Cellars 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bell-cellars-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,J Bell Cellars 15.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an interesting Amarone that shows intense black pepper aromas, along with ripe plum and raisin notes. The palate delivers blackberry, plum, toast, coffee and chocolate notes. The oak is well integrated and the tannins are chewy, but this could use a bit more freshness.",,,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,I Campi 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-campi-2009-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2009,I Campi ,Red,Italy,"This straightforward Amarone offers aromas of tobacco leaf and raisin. The palate presents prune and plum flavors accented by a hint of chocolate. It also shows the heat of the vintage and is evolving fast, so enjoy this soon.",,45,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Delibori 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delibori-2009-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2009,Delibori 14.5,Red,Spain,"Given the limited sampling of what I've tried from Casa l'Angel, this is a winery to watch. This blend of Syrah and Tempranillo is fully ripe and clean, with blackberry, toast and minerally aromas. It's solidly built, ready to drink and offers satisfying flavors of cherry and blackberry in front of a warm, medicinal finish.",Made with Organic Grapes,15,89,Levante,Valencia,,Casa L'Angel 2011 Made with Organic Grapes Red (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-langel-2011-made-with-organic-grapes-red-valencia/,Red Blend,2011,Casa L'Angel 14.5,White,Italy,"This rich Sauvignon Blanc shows classic aromas of crushed tomato vine, cantaloup and a hint of bell pepper. The palate shows succulent green melon and apple flavors, with a hint of smoke and a freshly acidic backbone. This will pair well with asparagus dishes or pasta topped with pesto.",Piere,40,89,,Friuli Isonzo,,Vie di Romans 2011 Piere Sauvignon (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vie-romans-2011-piere-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-friuli-isonzo/,Sauvignon,2011,Vie di Romans 15.5,Red,France,"A blend of Syrah, Carignan, Mourvèdre and Grenache, all in even proportion, this is a lush and dense selection that offers upfront notes of wild blackberry, boysenberry, licorice and sweet spice. The palate is lush and the texture creamy, with medium tannins and lovely chocolate and toasted-oak accents that linger long on the finish.",Le Credo,24,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Domaine Cazes 2009 Le Credo Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cazes-2009-le-credo-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine Cazes 13,Red,France,"Old vines always add some concentration to a wine, and this firm and dark wine is no exception. It's also juicy and fruity with a full character that is already attractive but should age well over 4–5 years.",Vieilles Vignes,,89,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine Poulleau Père et Fils 2011 Vieilles Vignes (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-poulleau-pere-fils-2011-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Poulleau Père et Fils 16.5,Red,Italy,"This Amarone has sensations of plum, stewed prune, bitter almond and black licorice. It has a very warm midpalate and is enjoyable now but seemingly fast approaching its ideal drinking window; enjoy over the next few years.",,,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Buglioni 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buglioni-2008-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2008,Buglioni 16.5,Red,Italy,"This Amarone boasts black cherry and plum flavors layered with notes of toasted oak, black pepper and chocolate. The alcohol is noticeable on the palate, with a warmth to the finish. It's not overly complex, but the fruit is delicious.",Campo Inferi Riserva,69,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Brunelli 2008 Campo Inferi Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brunelli-2008-campo-inferi-riservi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2008,Brunelli 14.8,Red,US,"Most Airfield Estate wines are single variety; this is their Bordeaux-style blend, made from five Bordeaux grape varieties. More than 50% Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from young vines, it's bright with fresh red berry and pomegranate fruit, set amidst a generous splash of brown spices. The wines spent two years in 50% new French oak, and should continue to improve over the next five years.",Aviator,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2010 Aviator Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2010-aviator-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Airfield Estates 14,Red,Italy,"This has subtle aromas of blackberry, pepper and tilled earth. The palate delivers a core of plum, blackcherry and licorice, uplifted with white pepper and orange zest accents. Its refreshing acidity makes it enjoyable now, but will also allow it to age modestly. Drink after 2016.",,16,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Cottini 2011 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottini-2011-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Cottini 14.5,Red,Italy,"This straightforward Amarone has blackberry and prune flavors, with hints of coffee and bitter almond. It's already drinking well and will work nicely with braised meat dishes or seasoned cheeses.",Rocca Alata,,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cantina di Soave 2010 Rocca Alata (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2010-rocca-alata-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2010,Cantina di Soave 13.5,Red,US,"What a nice Merlot, Brander's best yet. It's easy to drink now for the rich array of cherries, currants, cola, smoked meat and cedar, brightened with brisk acidity. But give it an hour or two in the decanter to soften and mellow.",,22,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2010 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2010-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,2010,Brander 12.5,White,France,"It's the extra weight that gives this wine its Réserve title. With ripe white fruits, rich acidity and just a touch of spiciness, this is a full-bodied wine, its creamed pear bringing an extra full character.",Réserve,18,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Boeckel 2012 Réserve Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boeckel-2012-reserve-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Boeckel 15,Red,US,"As light in color and silky in texture as a Pinot Noir, with refined tannins and a fine burst of acidity. The flavors are characterized by the cherries and raspberries associated with Grenache, along with notes of white pepper, cinnamon, bacon and a floral note. The alcohol is a little too high for comfort or ageability.",Hope Family Vineyard,42,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Austin Hope 2011 Hope Family Vineyard Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/austin-hope-2011-family-vineyard-grenache-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache,2011,Austin Hope 13.4,White,US,"Sourced from the winery's highest, steepest site, and barrel-fermented with partial malolactic, this is a fine effort in a lighter vintage. Yeasty and creamy in the mouth, it melds a mix of banana, pineapple and coconut cream in a wine with excellent structure and length. The hint of caramel provides a flourish on the finish.",Reserve,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2011 Reserve Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2011-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2011,Airfield Estates 12.7,White,US,"Lightning is a Rhône-style white, half Viognier and half Roussanne, with a splash of Marsanne. In this vintage, the alcohol drops down below 13%, to good effect. Barrel fermentation has brought a lovely creaminess to both texture and flavors. It's a mix of stone and light tropical fruits, especially pineapple, peach and green banana, with highlights of toast and a streak of vanilla.",Lightning,18,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2011 Lightning White (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2011-lightning-white-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rhône-style White Blend,2011,Airfield Estates 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Condensed aromas of jammy berry fruits and earth notes precede a cushioned but fiery palate. Raisin, berry syrup and oak define the wine's driving flavors, while a muscular, hot, acid-driven finish closes things out. This is 50% each of Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink from 2014 on.",,30,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Achaval-Ferrer 2011 Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/achaval-ferrer-2011-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Achaval-Ferrer 15,Red,Italy,"This has intense fragrances of moist earth, blackberry, raisin and almond. The rich palate offers concentrated black cherry, plum, cinnamon and black pepper flavors. It shows the warmth of the vintage and while it doesn't seem to have enough fresh acidity for long-term aging, it's velvety-smooth and delicious now.",,30,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Accordini Igino 2009 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/accordini-igino-2009-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2009,Accordini Igino 14,Red,Italy,"This has fragrances of dark cherry, moist soil and spice. The palate offers ripe black-fruit flavors, along with white pepper and baking spice accents. Pair this with salami or pot roast.",Ripassa,30,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Zenato 2010 Ripassa (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2010-ripassa-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Zenato 13.8,Red,US,"Tightly wound now, with firm acids and tannins providing a good structure. There's a solid core of cherries and currants, but it's obscured. Needs time. Give it 4–5 years in a proper cellar.",Melville Vineyard,62,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foxen 2011 Melville Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2011-melville-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Foxen 14.9,Red,US,"This is a blend of the five major Bordeaux varieties, based on Cabernet Sauvignon. It shows a weight and depth that Firestone Cabs don't often achieve, offering soft layers of black currants, cherries, cola, cinnamon, cloves, brown sugar and smoky sandalwood. Drink now.",Lineage The Chairman Series,44,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2009 Lineage The Chairman Series Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2009-lineage-chairman-series-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Firestone 13.5,Red,Italy,"This earthy selection offers aromas of black cherry, bitter almond, graphite and freshly tilled soil. On the palate, this presents mouthwatering blackberry and raspberry flavors layered with cinnamon-spice. The bold character is supported by ample freshness and structure.",Seccal,25,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Nicolis 2010 Seccal (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolis-2010-seccal-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Nicolis 14,Red,Italy,"This is a structured but elegant wine, with attractive aromas of baked plum, black cherry and cinnamon. The palate is both concentrated and smooth, with lush blackberry, white pepper and cinnamon flavors, as well as fresh acidity. This is delicious and ready to enjoy now.",Tenuta Lena di Mezzo,26,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Monte del Frà 2011 Tenuta Lena di Mezzo (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-fra-2011-tenuta-lena-mezzo-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Monte del Frà 13.5,Rose,US,"One of the more successful Pinot Noir rosés in California, this wine has a wonderful delicacy and finesse, with suggestions of cranberries and orange zest. Finishes dry and crisp.",Rosé of,19,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,McIntyre Vineyards 2012 Rosé of Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcintyre-2012-rose-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2012,McIntyre Vineyards 14.2,Red,US,"Give this wine credit for sheer exuberance. It's a mélange of cherries, root beer, sweet mushu plum sauce and smoky sandalwood, folded into soft, smooth tannins, and brightened with acidity. Textbook coastal Pinot Noir for drinking now.",Estate,34,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2011 Estate Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2011-estate-pinot-noir-sta-rita-hills-177978/,Pinot Noir,2011,Melville 14.5,Red,US,"They muscled up this Sangiovese with some Cabernet, which gives it a fuller body and sturdier tannins than usual. Nonetheless, it has Sangiovese's silkiness and red cherry and leather flavors.",Reserve,60,89,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frank Family 2010 Reserve Sangiovese (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2010-reserve-sangiovese-napa-rutherford/,Sangiovese,2010,Frank Family 13.5,Red,US,"This Cinsault is a departure for Michael David in that it's hardly oaked, leaner and more subtle in flavor and aroma than many of its other signature wines, a testament to both the 130-year-old Bechthold Vineyard and fine farming. Floral, it delights in cranberry and raspberry with a hint of peppery spice.",Bechthold Vineyard Ancient Vine,25,89,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Michael David 2011 Bechthold Vineyard Ancient Vine Cinsault (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-david-2011-bechthold-vineyard-ancient-vine-other-red-cinsault-central-valley-lodi/,Cinsault,2011,Michael David 15.5,Red,US,"A soft, moderately jammy old-vine Zinfandel—the vines at Mohr-Fry Ranch go back to 1901 and 1944—that's heady in spicy ripe blackberry with an impressive backbone of structure and mouthwatering texture.",Mohr-Fry Ranch,18,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,St. Amant 2011 Mohr-Fry Ranch Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-amant-winery-2011-mohr-fry-ranch-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2011,St. Amant 14.5,Red,US,"This Cabernet-dominated, Bordeaux-style blend is smooth and forward, with a mix of red and blue fruits. Buoyed by juicy acidity, it floats across the palate, light and approachable. There are some hints of stem and green olive in the tannins.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee,50,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2010 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2010-pepper-bridge-vineyard-apogee-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,L'Ecole No. 41 14.4,Red,US,"Though it's 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, this includes a splash of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec. The pretty, floral nose is all about rose petals and milk chocolate. It tightens up in the mouth and battens down with blueberry, blue plum, milk chocolate and a somewhat astringent finish. A streak of smoke and tar runs through the tannins.",,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Januik 14.5,Red,US,"Brambly berries and blue plums anchor the flavors of this lovely Syrah, sourced from the Lewis Vineyard. The balance of natural acids and lightly astringent tannins keeps the fruit razor sharp, and the highlights of red licorice add dimension. Drink now or over the next five years.",The Immortal,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Scarborough 2010 The Immortal Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scarborough-2010-immortal-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2010,Scarborough 13,Sparkling,US,"A little scoury, but delicious, with ripe strawberry, raspberry and orange-preserve flavors. Mostly Pinot Noir, with some Chardonnay, it shows fine acidity and a Champagne-like yeastiness. Drink now.",Blanc de Noirs,40,89,California,North Coast,Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma-Marin,Schramsberg 2009 Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma-Marin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2009-blanc-noirs-sparkling-north-coast-napa-mendocino-sonoma-marin/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Schramsberg 14.1,Red,US,"This 2010 Artist Series wine is roughly half-and-half Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, with just a splash of Merlot. It's a pretty, fruit-forward wine, with cherry and berry flavors that carry a gentle whiff of leather. The finish turns a bit chalky, with a slight hint of ash.",Artist Series #10,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Soos Creek 2010 Artist Series #10 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2010-artist-series-10-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Soos Creek 14.9,Red,US,"This is a Merlot-based, Bordeaux-style blend, with a leafy, herbal aspect that reflects the cooler vintage. It plays out broadly across the palate, with scents of violets and vanilla, and flavors of wild berry and light herb.",Ruby Leigh,48,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sparkman 2010 Ruby Leigh Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2010-ruby-leigh-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Sparkman 15,Red,Italy,"This boasts aromas of plum cake and vanilla, with whiffs of toast and oak. It has a ripe-cherry flavored palate, with espresso, coffee and oak sensations.",Selezione Antonio Castagnedi,45,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2010 Selezione Antonio Castagnedi (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2010-selezione-antonio-castagnedi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2010,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 14,Red,Italy,"This has earthy aromas of mushroom and tobacco leaf, along with notes of raisin, ripe blackberry and plum. The palate delivers succulent black cherry, nutmeg and mint flavors accented by chocolate and bitter almond. This is well structured, with fresh acidity.",Capitel San Rocco,24,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Tedeschi 2011 Capitel San Rocco (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tedeschi-2011-capitel-san-rocco-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Tedeschi 14.1,Red,US,"A brightly aromatic wine with notes of candied fruit, raspberries, freshly ground herbs and cranberry. The palate has plump, ripe fruit flavors that glide on the finish.",Grenache,42,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,Robert Ramsay 2011 Grenache Grenache (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-ramsay-2011-grenache-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Grenache,2011,Robert Ramsay 13,Red,France,"Showing some of the richness and structure of Vosne-Romanée, this is a concentrated wine, spiked with wood aging while also full of dark plum fruits. It is still integrating, bringing the spice from the wood more into balance. Drink from 2015.",Domaine des Perdrix,80,89,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Domaine des Perdrix (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-domaine-perdrix-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaines Devillard 15,Red,France,"A strongly herbal, garrigue character dominates the overall personality of this wine, but is supported by ample black plum and cherry notes to keep it from being overly earthy or green. Firm, slightly astringent tannins coat the palate and remain well into the finish.",Carrément Rouge,43,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Domaine de l'Edre 2010 Carrément Rouge Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ledre-2010-carrement-rouge-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine de l'Edre 14,Red,Italy,"This is loaded with succulent black cherry, almond, tobacco and black pepper flavors. The dense fruit and round structure are balanced by vibrant acidity, making this perfect to pair with everything from cured meats to risotto.",Podere Bertarole,25,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Corteforte 2010 Podere Bertarole (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corteforte-2010-podere-bertarole-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Corteforte 14.5,Red,US,"Monolith is a Bordeaux-style blend, 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, aged in 100% new French oak barrels. Tart cherry flavor is layered with barrel spices and an impression of malt powder. The finishing tannins are quite astringent and chalky, suggesting that further bottle age is needed for optimal enjoyment.",Monolith,34,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Elevation Cellars 2009 Monolith Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elevation-cellars-2009-monolith-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Elevation Cellars 15,White,US,"Although this wine is dry, it's satisfyingly rich with honeysuckle, apricot, orange, mango and peach flavors. Made without malolactic fermentation, its citrusy acidity heightens and brightens the fruit, giving it a clean mouthfeel and finish. This is the winery's best Viognier in years.",Verna's Estate,26,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Melville 2012 Verna's Estate Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2012-vernas-estate-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2012,Melville 14.9,Red,US,"There's a whiff of garrigue in this wine, scents and flavors of stem and herb and brambly berry. The acids are plentiful and bring notes of citrus threaded through the finish.",Darkness,56,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Sparkman 2010 Darkness Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2010-darkness-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2010,Sparkman 14.9,Red,US,"Pure Petit Verdot has a loyal following, and fans of the unadulterated varietal version will find this a spot-on example. Scents of violets overlay dark red and black fruit aromas; flavors follow with earthy tannins well-modulated through a medium-long finish.",Underworld,48,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Sparkman 2010 Underworld Petit Verdot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2010-underworld-petit-verdot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Petit Verdot,2010,Sparkman 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"At first this is bready, and that's all. With airing, things turn more complex. In the mouth, this feels racy and firmly acidic, while flavors of citrus turn yeasty and malty with time. A long, layered, yeasty finish shows a slow pulse and not much zest.",Brut Nature Gran Reserva,37,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Maria Casanovas 2009 Brut Nature Gran Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maria-casanovas-2009-brut-nature-gran-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Maria Casanovas 15.5,Red,Italy,"This has fragrances of ripe black cherry, raisin and a touch of leather. The palate delivers raisin and raspberry flavors, along with spicy black pepper notes. The palate is a bit evolved, showing tertiary notes.",,60,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tedeschi 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tedeschi-2009-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Tedeschi 13,Red,US,"Blacker than night, this blend of 79% Petite Sirah and 21% Petit Verdot grown in the Clarksburg and Lodi appellations, is fragrant in blackberry and plum with just a hint of cassis. Juicy and measured in power, it's made to be enjoyed in its youth and will make a good companion to steak.",Petite Sirah-Petit Verdot,16,87,California,California Other,California,LangeTwins 2011 Petite Sirah-Petit Verdot Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-twins-2011-petite-sirah-petit-verdot-red-other/,Red Blend,2011,LangeTwins 13,White,Spain,"While there's some brine and haystack on the nose of this Viura, the palate feels healthy, plump and properly acidic, while peach, melon and yeasty flavors hold firm on a medium-length finish.",Monopole,14,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,CVNE 2012 Monopole Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cvne-2012-monopole-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2012,CVNE 13,White,Italy,"Here's a golden-colored wine, with floral and fruit aromas of Spanish broom, peach blossom and whiffs of apricot. The palate offers ripe white peach and lemon zest flavors, with a hint of mineral supported by crisp acidity. The finish is dry and clean.",,30,87,Lombardy,Lugana,,Sansonina 2012 Lugana,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sansonina-2012-italian-white-turbiana-lugana/,Turbiana,2012,Sansonina 13.6,Red,US,"100% Malbec, it's redolent with dark plums, wild blueberries and peppery spices. The soft, silky flavors are light but have good concentration with the oak (80% American) seeming quite dialed back.",,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Roza Ridge 2010 Malbec (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roza-ridge-2010-malbec-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Malbec,2010,Roza Ridge 14.5,White,US,"A squeeze of lime acidity gives balance to honeyed orange, pear, Meyer lemon and vanilla-custard flavors in this wine. Nothing complicated here, just plenty of Chardonnay appeal.",Reserve,27,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2011 Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2011-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Firestone 13.2,Red,US,"Acidity cuts through the tomato, beet and cherry cola flavors of this dry, earthy wine. Unusual for a coastal Pinot Noir, but interesting in its own eccentric way. Drink soon.",Drum Canyon Vineyard,44,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Dierberg 2010 Drum Canyon Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dierberg-2010-drum-canyon-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Dierberg 13.5,Red,Italy,"This vibrant wine has a bright cherry bouquet, with a hint of plum cake. The palate delivers black cherry and bitter almond flavors, along with a hint of graphite. It's ripe but balanced, and would be perfect to pair with seasoned cheeses, rich pastas or red-meat dishes.",Villa Novare,22,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Bertani 2011 Villa Novare (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2011-villa-novare-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Bertani 14.5,Red,US,"With juicy blackberry and cherry fruit flavors, accented by an herbal touch of nettles and chamomile tea, this Cab is easy to pair with everyday food, like tacos or an upscale pizza. It has soft acidity and gentle tannins, and is at the peak of its drinkability now.",,40,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sebastiani 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Sebastiani 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This delightful Prosecco shows floral aromas of white spring flowers, with hints of peach and grapefruit. The palate offers flavors of Golden Delicous apple and while it's simple, it's also well made and refreshing.",,14,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Prima Cuvee NV Prosecco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prima-cuvee-nv-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Prima Cuvee 13.7,Red,US,"Scents of blackberry pie filling, dark cherry and baking spice come streaked with notes of ripe raspberry and leather. This medium-bodied wine is supple and polished on entrance, but the fine, firm tannins gain traction toward the midpalate. It finishes with a bright cherry refrain.",Reserve,45,86,Virginia,Monticello,,Pollak 2009 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pollak-2009-reserve-cabernet-franc-monticello/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Pollak 13,White,US,"This 100% Pinot Gris is sourced from The Benches vineyard in the Horse Heaven Hills. It's fruity, offering notes of apple, mandarin orange and flowers. It drinks dry and is broad in feel, finishing a bit short.",,11,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2012 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2012,Waterbrook 12.5,Red,France,"A rounded wine, benefiting from the fruitiness of the year to give soft tannins, ripe strawberry fruits and an attractive acidity. The wine is ready to drink, although could age a few months.",Réserve,19,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Nuiton-Beaunoy 2011 Réserve (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nuiton-beaunoy-2011-reserve-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2011,Nuiton-Beaunoy 13.9,Red,US,"Good price for an everyday Cab this savory. It's juicy in blackberries, cherries and peppery spices, wrapped into firm tannins.",Split Oak Estates,12,86,California,California Other,California,Morro Bay 2010 Split Oak Estates Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morro-bay-2010-split-oak-estates-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Morro Bay 13.6,Red,US,"Dark and intriguing, this wine offers notes of dried sour cherries and plums, plus touches of pink roses, chocolate and brown spices. Medium to full in body, the flavors come across a touch wooly, and the palate feels soft, pliant and polished. A hint of tart black-raspberry candy marks the finish.",,11,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Molliver Vineyards NV Chambourcin (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/molliver-nv-other-red-chambourcin-virginia/,Chambourcin,,Molliver Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"Coming from a single block on the winery's estate vineyard, this Malbec also includes a small percentage of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The sweet cherry flavors and plump tannins are accented by notes of cola and brown licorice with oxidative notes providing distraction.",Estate Grown Block 20 Destiny Ridge Vineyards,38,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Alexandria Nicole 2010 Estate Grown Block 20 Destiny Ridge Vineyards Malbec (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2010-estate-grown-block-20-destiny-ridge-malbec-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Malbec,2010,Alexandria Nicole 12.5,Red,France,"The warmth of the year brings out rich fruits as well as the cool structure of a wine from the Hautes Côtes in the hills behind Beaune. There is acidity, of course, coupled with red berries and an underlying ripeness.",Château de Mercey,22,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune,,Antonin Rodet 2010 Château de Mercey (Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2010-chateau-mercey-pinot-noir-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Antonin Rodet 14.5,White,US,"Made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc, with a light touch of oak, this is an easy-drinking wine with crisp acidity and ripeness making it a natural partner for Asian fare. It has intensely ripe apricot, orange, peach and vanilla flavors, with a note of gooseberry.",Soliloquy Vineyard,25,86,California,Napa,Oakville,Flora Springs 2012 Soliloquy Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2012-soliloquy-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-oakville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Flora Springs 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and sweet for a Howell Mountain Cabernet, with one-dimensional red currant, mocha, cola and new oak flavors. Hard to see it going anywhere, so drink up.",,75,86,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Howell Mountain Vineyards 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howell-mountain-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Howell Mountain Vineyards 14.9,Red,US,"Oak-infused fruit dominates this wine. It's strong in blackberry and plum jam, with a cola-mocha richness sprinkled with anise and sage. On the finish, high alcohol contributes a hot, peppery note. Doesn't seem like an ager.",Bartolucci Vineyard,85,86,California,Napa,St. Helena,Honig 2010 Bartolucci Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/honig-2010-bartolucci-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Honig 14.5,White,US,"This is undeniably an oaky wine with a prominent layer of buttered toast and butterscotch, but the underlying orange, guava and lime flavors are pristine.",Lewis Vineyard Reserve,58,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Frank Family 2011 Lewis Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2011-lewis-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Frank Family 11.5,White,France,"Beautifully fruity wine, bright, citrus and yellow fruit dominated. Packed with crisp acidity, light floral flavors and a steely texture. It's for drinking now. Screwcap.",Classic,10,86,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2012 Classic White (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2012-classic-white-cotes-gascogne/,White Blend,2012,Domaine du Tariquet 13.5,Red,France,"Fruity wine, packed with red berries, lightweight tannins and a stalky black currant fruit character. It's not for aging, it is a wine that has friendly acidity and an open, generous nature. Drink now.",Les Loges de Carlat,12,86,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Chambert 2011 Les Loges de Carlat Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chambert-2011-loges-carlat-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2011,Château de Chambert 13,Red,France,"Light and fruity, this is a strawberry flavored wine that is soft, open, ready to drink. It has attractive acidity, gentle tannins and a rounded finish.",,,86,Burgundy,Chorey-lès-Beaune,,Domaine Poulleau Père et Fils 2011 Chorey-lès-Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-poulleau-pere-fils-2011-pinot-noir-chorey-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Poulleau Père et Fils 17,Red,Italy,"This has a fragrance of oak and bell pepper, with a whiff of spice. The palate shows black currant, prune and oak, but above all, very evident alcohol.",Croce del Gal,,86,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Cantine Benedetti 2006 Croce del Gal (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-benedetti-2006-croce-gal-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2006,Cantine Benedetti 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a simple but well made wine, with raspberry, cherry and red currant nuances punctuated by a hint of white pepper. It's soft and ready to drink young, with a nice freshness. This will go well with mushroom-stuffed ravioli.",Rocca Alata,24,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Cantina di Soave 2011 Rocca Alata (Valpolicella Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2011-rocca-alata-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Cantina di Soave 13.5,Red,US,"Here's a Pinot to drink now. It's a little on the soft, simple side, but tasty, with raspberry and cherry jam, cola, oak and spice flavors.",Julia's Vineyard,25,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2011 Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2011-julias-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Cambria 14.1,Red,US,"This is an easy-drinking Cab for enjoying now. It's soft and fruit-forward, bursting with ripe, oak-tinged cherry and raspberry jam flavors.",,48,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Bonneau 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonneau-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Bonneau 12.5,White,France,"Intensely peppery as well as fruity, this is a tight, crisp wine. It has creamy acidity as well as a more nervy, mineral character that shows a tangy texture at the end.",Vieilles Vignes,20,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Boeckel 2012 Vieilles Vignes Sylvaner (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boeckel-2012-vieilles-vignes-other-white-sylvaner-alsace/,Sylvaner,2012,Boeckel 15.4,Red,US,"It's hard to find any Tannat in California— let alone good Tannat—and Sobon has done a nice job here, combining leather and boysenberry fruit to good effect. In the back layers is a trace of menthol.",ReZerve,24,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sobon Estate 2010 ReZerve Tannat (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2010-rezerve-other-red-tannat-central-valley-lodi/,Tannat,2010,Sobon Estate 12.5,Red,France,"Soft, fragrant wine, layering raspberry and red currant fruit with elegant tannins and acidity. The wood aging shows lightly, giving a wine that is fruity and ripe. Drink from 2014.",Côte de Rouffach,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,René Muré 2011 Côte de Rouffach Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-2011-cote-rouffach-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,2011,René Muré 14.5,Red,France,"There's a slight warmth throughout this wine, complementing the amazingly ripe and lush black plum and cherry notes. Accents of leather and tobacco leaf add depth to the medium-weight palate, transitioning into flavors of chocolate and toasted spice on the close.",Château les Pines,24,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Vignobles Dom Brial 2008 Château les Pines G-S-M (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-dom-brial-2008-chateau-pines-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-cotes-villages/,G-S-M,2008,Vignobles Dom Brial 13.5,Red,Italy,"This offers fruity and spicy fragrances of blackberry and clove. On the palate, it has a tight core of black cherry and spice, with firm, chewy tannins that are tightly wound. Give this a few more years to come around.",Arusnatico,29,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Valentina Cubi 2010 Arusnatico (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentina-cubi-2010-arusnatico-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Valentina Cubi 14.8,Red,US,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and Tempranillo comes from four estate vineyards. It's direct and appealing with plump, juicy notes of coffee bean, herbs, dried cherries, and vanilla.",Roadside Market,16,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Roza Ridge 2009 Roadside Market Red (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roza-ridge-2009-roadside-market-red-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Red Blend,2009,Roza Ridge 14.9,Red,US,"This is a nice, drinkable red from Red Mountain, though it does not have any varietal focus. There's light red fruit, some sense of minerality, and balancing acidity.",Monastrell AKA Mourvèdre,28,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Michael Florentino 2010 Monastrell AKA Mourvèdre Monastrell (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-florentino-2010-monastrell-aka-mourvedre-mourvedre-monastrell-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Monastrell,2010,Michael Florentino 14,Rose,US,"This is a big blush wine with bold orange and strawberry fruit flavors. There's a honeyed edge to the palate, but it's vital with acidity. Great with Mediterranean fish stew or paella, or on the beach with cold cuts.",Estate Pinot Noir,26,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2012 Estate Pinot Noir Rosé (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2012-estate-pinot-noir-rose-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Rosé,2012,Melville 12,Sparkling,US,"Mostly Pinot Noir, with a few drops of Chardonnay and Muscat, this slightly sweet bubbly is a little scoury, with hard-edged bubbles. It has orange, lime and strawberry flavors, with the toasty yeastiness of Champagne.",VA de VI Ultra Cuvée,24,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gloria Ferrer NV VA de VI Ultra Cuvée Sparkling (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-va-de-vi-ultra-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-county-178056/,Sparkling Blend,,Gloria Ferrer 14,Red,France,"Dominated by tannins, this is a firm, solid and chunky wine. Black plum skins, juicy blackberries are layered over a dry, dark core. There is a hint of the 12 months' wood aging, but the wine is more about the rich fruit. Drink from 2014.",Le Mignon,27,87,Southwest France,Côtes de Duras,,Domaine les Hauts de Riquets 2011 Le Mignon Red (Côtes de Duras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-hauts-riquets-2011-le-mignon-red-cotes-duras/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Domaine les Hauts de Riquets 15.5,Red,Argentina,"Compost aromas blend with thicker, richer raisiny notes. This feels deep and almost heavy on the palate, where the acidity is modest and stewed, with hints of herbal flavor. Black currant and blackberry come across fully ripe. Notes of coffee, herbs and salt dictate the finishing flavors on this huge Malbec.",Reserve,20,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Filus 2010 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filus-2010-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Filus 14,Red,France,"Here's a bright and aromatic selection, with forward aromas of red plum, cherry and raspberry. Mouthwatering and inviting, ripe and juicy fruit flavors flood the palate. This is fresh, lively and extremely approachable now.",,13,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon,,Domaine Mirabau 2011 Red (Côtes du Roussillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mirabau-2011-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Domaine Mirabau 13,Rose,Argentina,"With its light color, minerally nectarine aromas and Provence leanings, this is a good facsimile of Old World rosé with peach and raspberry flavors, a smooth finish and integrated acidic cut.",Piedra Negra Alta Colección Rosado,13,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,François Lurton 2013 Piedra Negra Alta Colección Rosado Rosé (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2013-piedra-negra-alta-coleccion-rosado-rose-mendoza/,Rosé,2013,François Lurton 14.5,Red,US,"The 2010 Jammin' Red is an ambitious blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Cab Franc and a bit of Tempranillo. Sweet cherry fruit is the focus, leaving a trail of pretty, hard candy flavor as it rolls across the tongue. The tannins are astringent, a bit chalky, and the finish does a quick fade.",Jammin',20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Elevation Cellars 2010 Jammin' Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elevation-cellars-2010-jammin-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Elevation Cellars 13.5,White,US,"Coming from the warm 2012 vintage, the notes vary from stone fruit, such as apricot, into tropical with dried pineapple. Aged in a mixture of stainless steel and older French oak barrels, it's fresh and appealing while also displaying some weight and density, drinking quite dry with a tart finish.",Horse Heaven Vineyard,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Chateau Ste. Michelle 2012 Horse Heaven Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2012-horse-heaven-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14.5,Red,US,"Aromas of leather, undergrowth and cedary spice mesh with notes of blackberry and dark cherry. Medium to full in body, this Chambourcin is built with dusty tannins and balanced acids. Touches of toasty oak and blackberry mark the palate, and it finishes with tenacity.",,25,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Cooper Vineyards 2010 Chambourcin (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooper-vineyards-2010-other-red-chambourcin-virginia/,Chambourcin,2010,Cooper Vineyards 15,Red,Italy,"This has aromas of raisin, fig and espresso. The palate shows blackberry, prune and evident oak flavors, with a hint of carob. This shows the heat of the vintage, with evolved tannins and rather low acidity, so drink soon.",Torre del Falasco,40,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena 2009 Torre del Falasco (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-sociale-della-valpantena-2009-torre-falasco-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2009,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena 14.3,Red,US,"Very ripe and rich in cherries, cola and sweet red currants, with a jacket of toasty oak. Although this wine is silky in texture, there's a heaviness that makes it Grenache-like. Drink now–2015.",,50,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Canihan 2010 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canihan-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Canihan 13,Sparkling,US,"Honey-sweet flavors of raspberries, pink grapefruits and guavas, along with hints of vanilla and yeast mark this salmon-colored blush. Try with sushi, smoked salmon, mushroom risotto.",Rosé,22,87,California,California Other,California,Chandon NV Rosé Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-nv-rose-sparkling-california-178788/,Sparkling Blend,,Chandon 13,Sparkling,US,"This is one of Chandon's sweeter bubblies. It has flavors of honey, limes, pineapples and oranges, with yeasty notes of vanilla and toast. The mousse is delicate, making it extra drinkable.",Brut Classic,22,87,California,California Other,California,Chandon NV Brut Classic Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-nv-brut-classic-sparkling-california-178786/,Sparkling Blend,,Chandon 13.5,Red,Spain,"Roasted, burnt, savory aromas of black fruits, char and campfire announce that this Merlot spent time in toasty oak. In the mouth, this is fresh but full bodied, with staunch tannins. Flavors of foresty blackberry, plum, vanilla and fall leaves finish dry and tannic.",Deyo,18,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Castillo de Monjardin 2009 Deyo Merlot (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-monjardin-2009-deyo-merlot-navarra/,Merlot,2009,Castillo de Monjardin 14.2,White,US,"The oak—all French—is out front with notes of toast, crème brûlée and spice along with peach and lemon. It's light in style with a warm finish.",,30,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Browne Family Vineyards 2011 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/browne-family-2011-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Browne Family Vineyards 16,Red,Italy,"This brawny wine has intense aromas of plum, tobacco and spirit-soaked black cherries, with a hint of oak and leather. The palate delivers ripe blackberry, tobacco leaf and licorice flavors, with a warm midpalate. It shows nice fruit but evident alcohol dominates the palate, cutting the flavors short.",Collina del Sole,50,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Bottega 2009 Collina del Sole (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bottega-2009-collina-sole-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2009,Bottega 13,White,Italy,"This charming Pinot Grigio has a pretty nose of pear and white peach that carries through to the palate alongside lively citrus notes. This is simple but delicious, with crisp acidity that leaves a clean, dry finish. A perfect partner for pastas or grilled fish dishes.",Drago,15,87,,Trentino,,Lechthaler 2012 Drago Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lechthaler-2012-drago-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Lechthaler 14.9,Red,US,"This Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon blend, in roughly equal proportions, is soft and sweet in black currants, dark chocolate, beef jerky and new oak flavors, wrapped into strong but pliable tannins. Drink now.",India Ink,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kuleto Estate 2010 India Ink Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuleto-estate-2010-india-ink-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Kuleto Estate 14.5,Red,US,"A fine Zin, rich and sweet in raspberries and cherries, with spicy notes of cinnamon, pepper and Chinese Five-spice. It's a lusty, delicious wine for drinking now with beef, pork, chicken or even a veggie lasagna.",Old Vine,16,87,California,California Other,California,XYZin 2011 Old Vine Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xyzin-2011-old-vine-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2011,XYZin ,Red,Italy,"Here'a a rather simple but well made and enjoyablewine. It has mouthwatering black-cherry flavors, with hints of bitter almond and espresso. This is easy to drink, so enjoy soon.",Torre del Falasco,17,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena 2011 Torre del Falasco (Valpolicella Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-sociale-della-valpantena-2011-torre-falasco-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena 14.5,Red,France,"Smooth, soft wine with light tannins well integrated into the blackberry fruits. A full-bodied, rich wine that has weight, a dense texture and a juicy, very fruity aftertaste. Drink now.",Carlat,14,87,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Chambert 2011 Carlat Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chambert-2011-carlat-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2011,Château de Chambert 14.3,Red,US,"Here's a big, tannic Cabernet, stuffed with black currants, olives and cassis, with a lot of sweet oak. It's bone dry and elegant, and while it's not a cellar candidate, it does show fine character for drinking now.",Lot 399,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cameron Hughes 2010 Lot 399 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2010-lot-399-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Cameron Hughes 13.5,Red,Italy,"This vibrant wine offers floral and fruity aromas of iris and just-crushed black grapes laced with spice. The palate is both structured and fresh, with black cherry, white pepper and cinnamon flavors.",Caparbio,17,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Piccoli 2010 Caparbio (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccoli-2010-caparbio-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Piccoli 14,Red,France,"Bright, fleshy dark-fruit flavors of plum, blackberry and boysenberry all unfold on the nose and in the mouth of this value-priced wine. Hints of mocha and pepper add interest to the palate, with approachable tannins and a balanced, easygoing structure.",Rouge,12,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes,,Penya 2011 Rouge Red (Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penya-2011-rouge-red-vin-pays-cotes-catalanes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Penya 13.3,White,US,"Spicy and fresh, this clean and fruity wine displays flavors of jicama, melon and pear. It's a simple, straightforward, well made, fruit-driven wine for every day enjoyment.",,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mercer 2012 Pinot Gris (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-yakima/,Pinot Gris,2012,Mercer 16.5,Red,Italy,"This Amarone has earthy fragrances of underbrush, mushroom and tobacco leaf. The palate delivers raisin, black pepper and vanilla flavors, along with evident oak and alcohol sensations. This shows the heat of the vintage and won't develop much complexity, so drink soon.",,50,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Massimago 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massimago-2009-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2009,Massimago 13.5,Red,Spain,"On first take, this smells like prunes, with little vitality. In the mouth, however, there's more pulse than the nose indicates, as tomato-like acidity drives the palate toward a mix of cherry tomato, red plum and oak flavors. A fresh but mild tasting finish ensures that this blend can accompany food without a problem.",Edición Limitada,15,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Príncipe de Viana 2009 Edición Limitada Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-viana-2009-edicion-limitada-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2009,Príncipe de Viana 13,White,France,"Richly warm wine, spicy and very fruity. Seville orange and citrus combine with tropical fruits to give a wine that is full in the mouth and concentrated while ready to drink. Drink until 2018.",Cuvée Tradition,14,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre and Charles Sparr 2011 Cuvée Tradition Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-charles-sparr-2011-cuvee-tradition-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2011,Pierre and Charles Sparr 14,Red,Italy,"This presents aromas of ripe black fruit—just shy of overripe—and bitter almond. The palate shows black cherry, baked plum and cinnamon flavors. While it's simply structured and a little shy on fresh acidity, it's still very enjoyable thanks to the generous fruit.",,18,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Monte Zovo 2011 Valpolicella Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-zovo-2011-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Monte Zovo 14.4,Red,US,"So ripe and sweet in raspberry jam, cherry pie and plum sauce flavor, it makes it hard to appreciate the other qualities of this Syrah. It also has lovely, soft tannins and a long, spicy finish. Doesn't leave much to the imagination, but it sure is a tasty wine.",,46,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Eponymous 2010 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eponymous-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2010,Eponymous 14.7,Red,US,"This wine has lots to recommend, from its soft, slightly spicy introduction, to big berry and vanilla flavor follow through. But most memorable is its beautiful perfume, encompassing all those singular elements. Give it some time in bottle to show through.",,28,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Mineral Wines 2009 Merlot (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mineral-wines-2009-merlot-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Merlot,2009,Mineral Wines 14.5,Red,US,"A sound, everyday Zin that has extra features lifting it above the ordinary. It's terrifically spicy and slightly overripe, with sweet raisin and current flavors, edged with smoky oak. It's a bit rough in the mouth, but rich, fatty meats and cheeses will balance that right out and allow it to express itself.",,17,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2011 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2011-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2011,Ancient Peaks 12.8,White,US,"Rather delicate flavors of green melon, apple and fresh cut grass infuse this elegant Sauvignon Blanc. The precision and balance are impressive; the price and overall lightness make it an excellent, mealtime quaffer.",,13,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2012-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Airfield Estates 12.5,White,France,"One of the two main cuvées from La Chablisienne, the wine is fresh, fruity while having a tight, mineral character and a cool, fragrant feel. It could age for a few months, but is a wine to drink soon.",La Pierrelée,22,87,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2011 La Pierrelée (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2011-pierrelee-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,La Chablisienne 14.7,Red,US,"This 100% Cab is a big, rich wine, and while its power is considerable, it lacks subtlety. There's no question about the intensity of blackberries, cherries and spicy persimmons, unrivaled anywhere in the world. Yet ripeness isn't everything. Hard to see this explosion of fruit going anywhere, so drink soon.",Villa Vista,80,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kuleto Estate 2009 Villa Vista Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuleto-estate-2009-villa-vista-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Kuleto Estate 13.9,Red,US,"Soft, sweet and robust, with upfront cherry pie, red currant and plum flavors. Lots of spices, too, ranging from cinnamon and anise to black pepper. Easy to like this Cab with a juicy filet mignon.",,15,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Greg Norman California Estates 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greg-norman-california-estates-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Greg Norman California Estates 14,White,France,"Picking the grapes at night gives extra freshness to what is a rich wine. The acidity is very present, with ripe yellow fruits and pineapple. Fruity, textured and needing a year to age.",Le Sec du Clos Vin de Lune,,87,Southwest France,Comté Tolosan,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2012 Le Sec du Clos Vin de Lune Viognier-Chardonnay (Comté Tolosan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2012-le-sec-clos-vin-lune-white-blend-viognier-chardonnay-comte-toulosan/,Viognier-Chardonnay,2012,Jean-Luc Baldès 14.8,Red,US,"A dusty drink of blackberry, lean and structured with resolved tannins and a clean finish.",Estate,32,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Clara Valley,Jason-Stephens 2010 Estate Malbec (Santa Clara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jason-stephens-2010-estate-malbec-central-coast-santa-clara-valley/,Malbec,2010,Jason-Stephens 13.5,White,US,"This is old reliable as far as Washington Pinot Gris is concerned. Mouth-filling flavors of tart apple, citrus and pineapple are set in juicy acids. The addition of small amounts of Sauvignon Blanc and Gewürztraminer heighten the aromatics.",,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2012 Pinot Grigio (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Hogue 13.8,Red,US,"Medium-bodied and lightly peppery, this wine brings cassis fruit and tongue-scraping acidity into play. The finishing tannins are also astringent and suggest that pairing this with a fat-laden steak would be optimal.",Reserve,30,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hogue 13.5,Red,Italy,"This savory Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon blend offers aromas of bell pepper, red currant and plum that carry over to the palate, along with toasted sensations of espresso and oak. Its linear structure will pair well with grilled chicken seasoned with rosemary and grilled vegetables.",Brentino,18,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Maculan 2011 Brentino Red (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maculan-2011-brentino-red-veneto/,Red Blend,2011,Maculan 14.2,Red,US,"This blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Petit Syrah and Carignane begins with a tartness of earthiness and firmly built tannins, followed by layers of strawberry, licorice and black pepper. Not overpowering, it'll pair nicely with cassoulet or duck breast over risotto.",Arrastre,28,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Legendre 2011 Arrastre Red (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legendre-2011-arrastre-red-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Legendre 13.7,Rose,US,"While this wine is pleasantly dry, it's also fruity and spicy, with a bite of acidity. Made from the Charbono grape, it will pair well with grilled tuna or garlicky pasta.",Rosé,24,87,California,Napa,Calistoga,Summers 2012 Rosé Charbono (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2012-rose-italian-red-charbono-napa-calistoga/,Charbono,2012,Summers 11.5,White,France,"Combine two herbaceous grapes in a cool climate and you get this crisply fresh, and certainly herbaceous wine. It is bright and fruity with an undertow of lemon and orange zest giving a more textured character.",,9,87,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Villa Dria 2012 Colombard-Sauvignon Blanc (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-dria-2012-white-blend-colombard-sauvignon-blanc-cotes-gascogne/,Colombard-Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Villa Dria 14,Red,Italy,"This has aromas of black cherry and spice. The palate shows ripe blackberry and spice flavors, along with evolved tannins. This has instant appeal, so drink soon.",,18,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Vigneti Villabella 2010 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-villabella-2010-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Vigneti Villabella 13,Red,Italy,"This opens with slightly rustic, but not unpleasant, earthy notes that quickly blow off and are replaced by prune, pepper and raisin aromas. The palate offers macerated prune, carob, fig and white pepper flavors. A simple and direct style, but enjoyable.",,25,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Tommasi 2011 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2011-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Tommasi 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Apple and peach aromas come with a hint of lime. This is clean and feels good on the palate, where apple, peach and nectarine flavors lead to a straight-ahead finish that feels right but doesn't even suggest complexity.",Aria Estate Brut,14,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Aria Estate Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-aria-estate-brut-sparkling-cava-178135/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas 14.5,Red,Italy,"This offers aromas of bell pepper and raisin, with a whiff of toast. The warm, round palate shows ripe black-fruit flavors, layered with red-bell-pepper and coffee accents. You'll also notice an alcoholic warmth to the close.",,25,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Corte San Benedetto 2010 Valpolicella Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-san-benedetto-2010-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Corte San Benedetto 16,Red,Italy,"This Amarone has aromas of plum and evident oak. The palate delivers dark cherry, raisin and spice flavors, with chocolate and espresso accents. The dense fruit has easy appeal but the wine doesn't have much personality.",,60,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Corte San Benedetto 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-san-benedetto-2008-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2008,Corte San Benedetto 14.2,Red,US,"This ripe Pinot is as sweetly sappy as raspberry syrup. The oak brings additional sweetness, this time of caramel and buttered toast. A little clumsy now, but might gain traction in the cellar.",Lewis Vineyard Reserve,58,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Frank Family 2011 Lewis Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2011-lewis-vineyard-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2011,Frank Family 13,Sparkling,US,"A bit rough in texture, but otherwise pretty flavorful, with vanilla, lime, strawberry and yeast flavors. It's a great sparkling wine for everyday.",Reserve Brut,30,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Chandon NV Reserve Brut Sparkling (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-nv-reserve-brut-sparkling-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Sparkling Blend,,Chandon 13.7,White,US,"A fine Albariño, this is brisk in acidity, moderate in alcohol and clean on the finish. Shows flavors of citrus fruits and minerals, with rich notes of pears. Great to drink now.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Rumpus 2011 Albariño (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rumpus-2011-albarino-sonoma-coast/,Albariño,2011,Rumpus 12,White,Italy,"This single-vineyard Soave Classico offers lovely citrus, white peach and pear sensations punctuated by a hint of mineral. The crisp acidity leaves the palate cleansed and refreshed. It's a perfect companion for pasta or seafood.",Le Volpare,13,87,Veneto,Soave,,Tommasi 2012 Le Volpare (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2012-le-volpare-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2012,Tommasi 12.5,White,France,"A small parcel of vines produces this crisp, fragrant and very fruity wine. With its apple fruits and lightly oaked character, it's a bright wine, it's more taut texture showing some aging potential. Drink from 2015.",Le Grand Bois,,87,Burgundy,Chablis,,Romain Bouchard 2011 Le Grand Bois (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/romain-bouchard-2011-le-grand-bois-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Romain Bouchard 14.5,White,US,"Take Souverain's basic Chardonnay, released last year, oak it up, and you get this reserve. Buttered toast, butterscotch, apricot, tropical fruit and honey flavors are prominent. Ready to drink now.",Winemaker's Reserve,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Souverain 2010 Winemaker's Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/souverain-2010-winemakers-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Souverain 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This wine offers berries, black currants and just a hint of greenness. It has fruitiness and a dry structure, just not the weight of the vintage.",Vintage,,87,Port,,,Smith Woodhouse 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-woodhouse-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Smith Woodhouse 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"The nose on this brut is a touch grassy, with apple aromas. On first take, it feels foamy, but with time it settles down. Flavors of sulfur, apple and saline finish with pithy citrus notes and flavors of spiced apple, rhubarb and mild bitterness.",Extremarium Brut Reserva,27,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Mont Marçal NV Extremarium Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-marcal-nv-extremarium-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Mont Marçal ,Red,Argentina,"This opaque, thick-looking wine opens with crusty, toasty aromas on top of an array of ripe berry notes. This is a blocky, saturated blend with flavors of herbs, tomato sauce and salt. A solid feeling finish with mild heat and burn is the lasting impression.",Malbec-Petit Verdot-Cabernet Franc,,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Melipal 2010 Malbec-Petit Verdot-Cabernet Franc Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melipal-2010-malbec-petit-verdot-cabernet-franc-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Melipal 13,White,US,"Notes of Meyer lemon and orange blossom meld with accents of fennel, spice and glazed apple. The medium-bodied palate feels glossy, and comes with balanced acidity. A delicate wet-stone minerality marks the finish.",Barrel Fermented,20,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Naked Mountain 2009 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naked-mountain-2009-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2009,Naked Mountain 13.5,Red,Spain,"Berry, asphalt, leather and jammy notes pour off the bouquet on this full-bodied but fairly basic Tempranillo. Baked blackberry flavors are touched up by peppery spice and carob notes, while the finish is toasty and bitter like espresso.",Roble,18,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Legón 2009 Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legon-2009-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Legón 15,Red,Italy,"This Amarone has aromas of ripe fruit and evident oak. On the palate, it's a bit lumbering, with mature plum, toasted oak, espresso and chocolate notes. Drink now and over the next few years.",G & G,160,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Luigi Righetti 2008 G & G (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-righetti-2008-g-g-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2008,Luigi Righetti 14.5,Red,Italy,"This has almost overripe black-fruit aromas accompanied by a whiff of toasted oak. The palate delivers mature but restrained plum and black-cherry flavors, layered with hints of chocolate, vanilla and espresso and supported by firm tannins.",,,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Secondo Marco 2010 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/secondo-marco-2010-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Secondo Marco 14,Red,Italy,"This is dark and brooding, showing earthy aromas of tilled earth, leather and farmyard. The palate is big and ripe, with black fruit, nutmeg and white pepper flavors.",,15,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Scriani 2009 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scriani-2009-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2009,Scriani 12.5,White,France,"A very perfumed, fragrant and refreshing wine. It is full in the mouth, ripe, smelling of hedgerow blossoms and having a touch of spring in its fruits. Ready to drink, but also keep until 2016.",Cuvée Tradition,14,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre and Charles Sparr 2011 Cuvée Tradition Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-charles-sparr-2011-cuvee-tradition-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Pierre and Charles Sparr 14.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy, ripe aromas of raisin, blackberry and graphite announce a warm-vintage wine. With grabby tannins, there's bite and abrasiveness to the mouthfeel. Flavors of earthy blackberry and plum finish raisiny, short and heavy.",,31,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Condado de Haza 2009 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condado-haza-2009-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Condado de Haza 14.5,Red,US,"Feels a little off in the mouth, with edgy tannins that give it a sandpapery texture. But it's interesting in flavor, showing everything from black cherries and currants to tobacco, pepper, salted charred beef fat, persimmons and cola. The multi-variety blend includes Zinfandel, Sangiovese and Merlot.",Native Son,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kuleto Estate 2010 Native Son Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuleto-estate-2010-native-son-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Kuleto Estate 13.5,Red,US,"At about four years of age, this Syrah's blackberry and cherry fruits are starting to dry out, yielding to notes of mushrooms, beef jerky and sweet herbs. Lots of tannins and acids suggest pairing soon with steak or lamb.",Family Reserve,35,87,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Joullian 2009 Family Reserve Syrah (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joullian-2009-family-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Syrah,2009,Joullian 14.7,Red,US,"This is a dark, full-bodied, fruity wine, rich in cherries and blackberries that finish in fruity essence. It shows bigtime tannins that need fare such as short ribs to tame. The blend is Petite Sirah, Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.",CUTT Fearless,38,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hunnicutt 2010 CUTT Fearless Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunnicutt-2010-cutt-fearless-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Hunnicutt 13,White,France,"Full and ripe with rich fruit, fresh acidity and delicious layers of citrus and green plum flavors. It's a textured wine, showing fruit skin tautness as well as dense structure and the potential for aging. Drink from 2016.",Vieilles Vignes,,87,Burgundy,Pouilly-Vinzelles,,Cave des Grands Crus Blancs 2012 Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Vinzelles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-grands-crus-blancs-2012-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-vinzelles/,Chardonnay,2012,Cave des Grands Crus Blancs 13.1,White,US,"This fruity, off-dry Riesling is sourced from the Lawrence Vineyards on the Royal Slope. Despite the relatively cool climate site, it has a ton of very ripe fruit, peaches and apricots. There is a slight bitterness, perhaps from skin contact, in the finish.",The Gnome,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Finn Hill 2012 The Gnome Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finn-hill-2012-gnome-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,Finn Hill 11.9,White,US,"Scents of marshmallows and spun sugar are twined around flavors of lemon, candied orange peel and English Breakfast tea. It's off-dry, brisk and lively.",,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),For a Song 2012 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/for-a-song-2012-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,For a Song 14,Red,France,"Earthy, herbal accents of forest floor and garrigue complement the black-fruit core of this solid, ripe wine. The palate is juicy and rich, and although it's a bit straightforward, it's balanced, attractive and enjoyable nonetheless.",Si Mon Père Savait...,25,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon,,Bernard Magrez 2011 Si Mon Père Savait... Red (Côtes du Roussillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-magrez-2011-si-mon-pere-savait-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Bernard Magrez 12.5,White,France,"Lightly oaked Chardonnay, full of yellow fruits, spice and a floral character that gives the wine a lift. Softly textured, juicy with tighter final acidity. Screwcap.",,12,87,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2012 Chardonnay (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2012-chardonnay-cotes-gascogne/,Chardonnay,2012,Domaine du Tariquet 14.2,Red,US,"You'll find lots to like in this dry, stylish Cabernet. It's full-bodied and tannic, but you can drink it now for the wealth of blackberry, black currant, cola, mineral and oak flavors.",Lot 400,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cameron Hughes 2010 Lot 400 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2010-lot-400-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Cameron Hughes 14,Red,Italy,"Aromas of black cherry, tobacco and exotic spice lead the nose of this wine. The palate is soft and ripe, with black cherry, prune and white pepper accents. A bit simple, but delicious, and ready to drink now.",Torre del Falasco,25,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena 2011 Torre del Falasco (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-sociale-della-valpantena-2011-torre-falasco-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena 14.4,Rose,US,"This blush is made from Pinot Noir. Full-bodied in style, it's ripe with raspberries, strawberries and pink grapefruits, and a rich finish. Great with charcuterie.",,19,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Canihan 2012 Rosé (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canihan-2012-rose-sonoma-county/,Rosé,2012,Canihan 13,Red,France,"This blend of 45% Syrah, 30% Mourvèdre, 15% Carignan and 10% Grenache opens with notes of brambly berry and cherry, followed by hints of garrigue and menthol. The palate is light and juicy, with lively red-fruit flavors that finish clean and accessible. Drink now.",,15,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Château de Jau 2010 Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jau-2010-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Jau 15,Red,US,"Brazin's old-vine Zin has bright, soft plum and blackberry flavors that will appeal widely. With broad swaths of coffee and leather weaving within the fruit, it's not overpowering or subtle, but just right and will pair broadly too.",Old Vine,17,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Brazin 2010 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brazin-2010-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2010,Brazin 14.5,Red,US,"A leathery 60%-Zin-based blend with 15% Barbera, 15% Sangiovese and 10% Primitivo, part of Mendocino's unique Coro line-up of Zin-based wines, that is rich and succulent in mouthfeel. On the finish is a trace of licorice.",Coro Mendocino,38,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2009 Coro Mendocino Red (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2009-coro-mendocino-red-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Red Blend,2009,Brutocao 14,Red,Italy,"This doesn't have a very expressive nose, but black fruit and raisin aromas do unfold. The palate shows restrained black-cherry and nutmeg flavors, along with fresh acidity. Pair with savory pastas or risottos.",,25,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Domenico Fraccaroli 2010 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domenico-fraccaroli-2010-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Domenico Fraccaroli 17.5,Red,Italy,"This high-octane Amarone offers aromas of prune, almond and spirit-soaked cherries. The lumbering palate delivers ripe plum, raisin, oak and vanilla flavors, but above all alcohol, which dominates. It's one dimensional, lacking both complexity and finesse.",Torre d'Orti,,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cavalchina 2009 Torre d'Orti (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavalchina-2009-torre-dorti-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2009,Cavalchina 15,Red,US,"Lots of rich blueberry, cherry and blackberry fruit flavors in this Syrah. It's soft in the mouth, with a sweetness that's due to caramelized oak and the glycerine of high alcohol. Not an ager, but delicious now with charred beef.",Hope Family Vineyard,42,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Austin Hope 2011 Hope Family Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/austin-hope-2011-family-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2011,Austin Hope 13,White,Italy,Here's an enjoyable Soave from one of the Veneto's most renowned Amarone producers. It shows a pretty fragrance of white spring flowers and melon while the palate boasts juicy cantaloup and pear. It finishes fresh and crisp.,,17,87,Veneto,Soave,,Allegrini 2012 Soave,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2012-white-soave/,White Blend,2012,Allegrini 12.5,White,France,"A bone dry, tightly crisp wine, fragrant and floral. This is a classic Alsace Riesling with its tight acidity, white fruits and taut, nervy texture. Drink after 2015.",,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Boeckel 2012 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boeckel-2012-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2012,Boeckel ,Red,Italy,"This has aromas of tobacco leaf, fig and plum. The palate shows rich blackberry and raspberry flavors, with some spice notes. Pair this with rich pasta dishes or mildly seasoned cheeses.",Il Bugiardo,,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Buglioni 2010 Il Bugiardo (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buglioni-2010-il-bugiardo-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Buglioni 15.8,Red,US,"Virginia's 2010 harvest brought intense heat and little rain, making for many ripe, powerful wines, such as this Cabernet Franc. Aromas of blackberry cobbler, jammy blueberry, caramel and vanilla lead to a medium- to full-bodied palate that bears muscular tannins and lush acids. This is a big boy in terms of alcohol, clocking in at 15.8%, which makes for a warm finish.",Marquis de Lafayette,24,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Breaux 2010 Marquis de Lafayette Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/breaux-2010-marquis-lafayette-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Breaux 12.1,White,US,"A vibrantly aromatic wine with notes of freshly peeled tangerine, sliced apricot and white flowers. It's off-dry (23g/L residual sugar) with zippy acidity keeping it all together.",,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2012 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2012-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,Waterbrook 14,Red,Italy,"This straightforward selection has blackberry aromas and a whiff of bitter almond. On the palate, this delivers black cherry, fig and white pepper flavors, with a hint of mushroom. This would pair well with mushroom risotto or cured meats.",Marogne,19,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Zeni 2011 Marogne (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zeni-2011-marogne-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Zeni 13,Rose,US,"This cherry pink rosé is a mix of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, and offers plenty of pretty strawberry and cherry candied fruit. There's a sense of cotton candy also, as it wraps into the finish.",Blondie Dry,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Finn Hill 2012 Blondie Dry Rosé (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finn-hill-2012-blondie-dry-rose-columbia-valley-wa/,Rosé,2012,Finn Hill 14,Red,US,"This Yakima Valley Syrah definitely falls on the cool side of things. It's focused and pure-tasting, with strawberry compote as the dominant fruit. Some residual damp earth notes continue through the finish, with just a hint of bitterness.",,33,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,J Bell Cellars 2010 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bell-cellars-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2010,J Bell Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Named after a mountain in Washington's North Cascade Range, the barrel notes of toast, sawdust and char are out front on this 100% Tempranillo. It's rich and chocolaty with firm, dry tannins.",Black Peak Tempranillo StoneTree Vineyard,38,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Elevation Cellars 2010 Black Peak Tempranillo StoneTree Vineyard Tempranillo (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elevation-cellars-2010-black-peak-tempranillo-stonetree-vineyard-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Tempranillo,2010,Elevation Cellars 14.1,Red,US,"This wine just steps over the line to get its' varietal label with the rest Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Tempranillo. It has notes of chocolate, pencil lead and dried herbs with plump, ripe tannins. An enjoyable easy drinker.",Zillah Gorilla,16,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Hyatt 2010 Zillah Gorilla Zinfandel (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-2010-zillah-gorilla-zinfandel-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Zinfandel,2010,Hyatt 12.5,Sparkling,US,"This is a very good, everyday bubbly. It's dryish and crisp, with honey, orange, strawberry and leesy flavors. The mouthfeel is a little rough. Made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Pinot Meunier.",Brut Prestige,22,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa NV Brut Prestige Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-nv-brut-prestige-sparkling-napa-valley-178755/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Napa 14.8,Red,US,"This is a good wine for enjoying now with Mexican food or a barbecue. It's dry and briary, with black pepper-accented cola, blackberry and, currant flavors.",Mother Clone,16,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2011 Mother Clone Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2011-mother-clone-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Pedroncelli 14.1,White,US,"Two thirds Chardonnay, and one third a Viognier/Roussanne blend, this young wine has a definitely spritzy mouthfeel and a yeasty finish. The fruit flavors are fresh and lively, suggesting lemon and pineapple, with finishing hints of honeycomb.",Mélange Blanc,23,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Patterson 2012 Mélange Blanc White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patterson-2012-melange-blanc-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2012,Patterson 14.9,Red,US,"This is the winery's best Nebula in years. While it's still a little on the soft, sweet side, the cool vintage has resonated in the wine's flavor, giving it a good structure housing cherry, currant and sandalwood flavors. Drink now.",Nebula,29,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2010 Nebula Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2010-nebula-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Midnight 14.8,White,US,"Buttered toast, vanilla cream, honey and jammy pineapple, lime and mango flavors give this Chardonnay incredible richness. Monterey acidity balances the palate briskly. Not particularly subtle, but a big, enjoyable wine.",Estate Block K1,38,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,McIntyre Vineyards 2011 Estate Block K1 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcintyre-2011-estate-block-k1-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,McIntyre Vineyards 15.5,Red,Italy,"This shows notes of prune and chocolate, but not much complexity or finesse. It has delicious fruit and an approachable palate, but it's a bit one dimensional.",,80,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Monte Tondo 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-tondo-2009-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2009,Monte Tondo 13.5,White,US,"With some Pinot Blanc blended in for richness, this wine has a honeyed edge to the lemon, pineapple and pear fruit flavors. It's crisp with Monterey acidity.",,14,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Pinot Patch 2012 Pinot Grigio (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinot-patch-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Pinot Patch 12.5,Red,France,"Structured and fruity, this is a wine that shows the delicate perfumed character of the Hautes Côtes. The wine has bright raspberry fruits, balanced acidity and just the right amount of structure for aging for a year.",Les Dames Huguettes,20,87,Burgundy,Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,,Nuiton-Beaunoy 2011 Les Dames Huguettes (Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nuiton-beaunoy-2011-dames-huguettes-pinot-noir-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-nuits/,Pinot Noir,2011,Nuiton-Beaunoy 13,White,France,"A cool wine, full of citrus as well as green apple flavors. The wine is bright, crisp and refreshing in its acidity. Almonds and white fruits add to the attractive mix.",,16,87,Burgundy,Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune,,Nuiton-Beaunoy 2011 Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nuiton-beaunoy-2011-chardonnay-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-beaune/,Chardonnay,2011,Nuiton-Beaunoy 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Here's a full-bodied blush sparkling wine that's rich with raspberries, strawberries, limes, toast and yeast. Mainly Pinot Noir, with 20% Chardonnay, it has a pale orange-pink color, and finishes slightly sweet.",Brut Rosé,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-napa-valley-178863/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Napa 16,Red,Italy,"This presents overripe, black fruit aromas and nail varnish notes, but the palate is somewhat better. It reveals ripe blackberry, white pepper, licorice and hot cinnamon flavors, along with evident alcohol. Overall, this is warm and one dimensional, although it does boast rich fruit.",Gli Archi,50,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Corte Archi 2009 Gli Archi (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-archi-2009-gli-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Corte Archi 14,Red,Italy,"This straightforward selection has fragrances of ripe plum and underbrush. On the palate, it shows dark cherry and mature plum flavors, with notes of chocolate-covered raisins and licorice. It's soft with a nutty finish; drink soon.",Bure Alto,30,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso Classico,,Corte Aleardi 2009 Bure Alto (Valpolicella Ripasso Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-aleardi-2009-bure-alto-red-valpolicella-ripasso-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Corte Aleardi 12.5,Red,France,"Attractive, wood and yellow fruit laden wine. It's soft, rounded with bright acidity and a spicy character. It's wood probably needs to soften over the next few months.",La Grande Châtelaine,,87,Burgundy,Côte de Beaune,,Domaine Poulleau Père et Fils 2011 La Grande Châtelaine (Côte de Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-poulleau-pere-fils-2011-grande-chatelaine-pinot-noir-cote-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Poulleau Père et Fils 13,White,France,"Warm, peach and pear flavored wine, full of ripe, juicy fruit with a great streak of acidity. Fresh, perfumed, the wine has a lively touch of crisp fruit at the end. Drink from 2014.",Domaine de la Garenne,20,87,Burgundy,Mâcon-Azé,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Domaine de la Garenne (Mâcon-Azé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-domaine-garenne-chardonnay-macon-aze/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaines Devillard 14.1,Red,Argentina,"This blend of Malbec, Bonarda, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon is oaky and minty up front, with pencil lead and exotic blueberry aromas. In the mouth, this has a fast pulse, while flavors of Middle Eastern spices, cassis and blueberry finish briny but short.",Colosal,15,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Don Miguel Gascón 2011 Colosal Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-miguel-gascon-2011-colosal-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2011,Don Miguel Gascón 13,Red,France,"From a small, seven hectare domaine, this an attractive, if firmly structured wine. There is a touch of bitter chocolate as well as blackberry fruits and complex, smoky tannins. The fruit comes out at the end along with a streak of fresh acidity.",Domaine de la Ferté,30,87,Burgundy,Givry,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Domaine de la Ferté (Givry),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-domaine-ferte-pinot-noir-givry/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaines Devillard 13.5,Red,US,"Dry and earthy, with tobacco, mushroom and raspberry flavors, accented with smoky oak. Feels a bit hollow in the middle palate and short on the finish, but is an elegant, silky wine. Drink now.",Estate Vineyard Olivet Bench,58,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2011 Estate Vineyard Olivet Bench Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2011-estate-vineyard-olivet-bench-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,De Loach 14.1,Red,US,"Ever have a cherry cola? That's what this Pinot tastes like, along with toasty oak, the sweet heat of alcohol and peppery spices. It's a translucent ruby color, with a light, silky body. Drink up.",,27,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,The Forager 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forager-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,The Forager 12.5,Sparkling,France,"With a dominance of Chardonnay in the blend, this is a ripe, clean, fragrant and fruity wine. It has an attractive tangy lemon character, a creamy texture and a lively final acidity.",B de Becker Extra Brut,,87,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Jean Becker NV B de Becker Extra Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-becker-nv-b-extra-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Jean Becker 13.5,White,US,"A delightful wine, softly round and mellow, with flavors of apricots, peaches, limes, honey and minerals that are accented with just-in-time acidity.",La Cruz Vineyard,30,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller Estate 2011 La Cruz Vineyard Pinot Gris (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-estate-2011-cruz-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Gris,2011,Keller Estate 15.5,Red,US,"An enormously ripe wine, as sweet as a dessert pastry, with licorice, currant, chocolate, brown sugar and oak flavors. The tannins are soft, and the alcohol is very high.",Isoceles Reserve,98,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2009 Isoceles Reserve Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2009-isoceles-reserve-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Justin 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is dark and brooding, with fragrances of blackberry, raisin and exotic spice. The palate delivers a ripe black-cherry flavor, with well-integrated notes of toast and espresso. Pair this with savory risotto dishes.",Campolieti,17,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Luigi Righetti 2011 Campolieti (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-righetti-2011-campolieti-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Luigi Righetti 14.7,Red,US,"A little rough and rustic around the edges, with red and black currant and oak flavors wrapped into firm, sticky tannins. The finish is sweet. Made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, it's showing its best now and over the next two years.",RTW,49,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,VinRoc 2010 RTW Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinroc-2010-rtw-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,VinRoc 14.5,Red,Italy,"This opens with earthy aromas of turned soil, under brush and black cherry. The palate delivers dense black-fruit and almond notes, but it's already somewhat evolved so drink soon.",Le Muraie,19,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Recchia 2009 Le Muraie (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recchia-2009-le-muraie-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2009,Recchia 15,Red,Italy,"This Amarone shows nearly overripe black fruit aromas, with just a hint of nail polish remover. The palate is better, delivering mature black cherry flavors accented by fennel, hay and raisin notes. Best to drink this soon.",Postera,40,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Manara 2008 Postera (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manara-2008-postera-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2008,Manara 15,Red,Italy,"Here's a structured ripasso that seems more like an Amarone. It has earthy underbrush aromas, with notes of tobacco leaf and spirit-soaked cherry. The palate shows ripe black fruit, chili pepper and red-hot cinnamon. It also closes with the heat of alcohol.",,40,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Rubinelli Vajol 2010 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubinelli-vajol-2010-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Rubinelli Vajol ,Red,US,"Nearly all varietal with just a splash of Syrah (3%) added, it has notes of sweet spices, cocoa, and cherry backed by dry, chalky tannins. A pleasant easy drinker.",,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Seven Falls 2010 Merlot (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-falls-2010-merlot-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Merlot,2010,Seven Falls 14.2,Red,US,"Nice, softly lush texture on this Cab Franc, with ripe red cherry pie filling, red currant, licorice and cola flavors, accented with smoky oak. It's a little candy-sweet and simple. Drink soon.",,48,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequoia Grove 2010 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2010-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Sequoia Grove 16,Red,Italy,"This has aromas of ripe—just shy of overripe—black fruit that recall plum preserves. The palate is rich, with flavors of mature black cherry, prune and chocolate bar. This lacks complexity and restraint, but is big, lush and decadent.",Pergole Vece,142,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Le Salette 2009 Pergole Vece (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-salette-2009-pergole-vece-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Le Salette 14.5,Red,Italy,"Aromas of nearly overripe black fruit mingle with accents of exotic spice. The palate delivers a flavor reminiscent of raspberries soaked in spirit, along with hints of cinnamon and white pepper. This offers lovely fruit, but it's a bit shy on length.",I Corsi,30,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Le Marognole 2009 I Corsi (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-marognole-2009-i-corsi-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2009,Le Marognole 14.5,Red,Italy,"This opens with earthy aromas of tilled earth and a hint of farmyard that eventually blow off to reveal dark, ripe fruit scents. The palate is more polished, showing ripe black-cherry, espresso and cinnamon flavors framed by chewy tannins.",,22,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Latium di Morini 2010 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latium-morini-2010-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Latium di Morini 13.5,Red,Italy,"This fresh and enjoyable wine has a bright bouquet of red berry and spice. The palate shows ripe black-cherry, nutmeg and chocolate flavors. This would pair well with pasta in meat sauce.",Famiglia Pasqua,19,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Pasqua 2011 Famiglia Pasqua (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasqua-2011-famiglia-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Pasqua 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a rather ambitious expression of Lugana that offers citrus, white peach and evident oak aromas. The palate delivers lemon and banana flavors, along with vanilla and toasted oak sensations.",Sergio Zenato,35,87,Lombardy,Lugana,,Zenato 2010 Sergio Zenato (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2010-sergio-italian-white-turbiana-lugana/,Turbiana,2010,Zenato 14,Red,Argentina,"Cassis and cherry aromas are raw and scratchy, but they are also pure and racy. This blend of Merlot and Cab Franc is choppy and fresh in feel, with jumpy acids propping up red currant, plum and raspberry flavors that come with oak-based vanilla. An earthy tasting, rough feeling finish is the closing act.",Plus ++,27,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapezio 2009 Plus ++ Merlot-Cabernet Franc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapezio-2009-plus-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-franc-mendoza/,Merlot-Cabernet Franc,2009,Trapezio 14.1,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-style blend—57% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Cabernet Franc—shows California ripeness, with blackberries, cherries and currants co-starring alongside sweet, smoky oak. It's a good wine for drinking now.",,11,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kirkland Signature 2010 Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2010-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,2010,Kirkland Signature 14.5,Red,France,"Meaty aromas lead on the nose of this wine, with additional supporting notes of red cherry, black pepper and curing spice. It's easy on the palate, with medium yet fleeting tannins and balanced alcohol. The finish is fully loaded with spice, ending quite peppery.",Roc Gris,23,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Les Vignerons de Tautavel Vingrau 2010 Roc Gris Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-tautavel-vingrau-2010-roc-gris-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Les Vignerons de Tautavel Vingrau 13,Red,France,"In the foothills of the Massif Central, the small appellation of Marcillac produces wines that have a feel both of the Mediterranean and the Atlantic. Stalky on the one hand and ripe and warm on the other, this is a wine to drink easily and soon.",,,87,Southwest France,Marcillac,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2012 Marcillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2012-other-red-mansois-marcillac/,Mansois,2012,Lionel Osmin & Cie 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"With high acidity, touches of new wood and dense tannins, this is a very wine-like vintage, Port. It has weight, formidable berry fruit and a slightly rustic finish.",Vintage,,87,Port,,,Gran Cruz 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gran-cruz-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Gran Cruz 15.2,Red,US,"Lots of rich, spicy blackberry, chocolate and bacon flavors in this Syrah. It's smooth in the mouth, with some scoury tannins. Good for drinking over the next 2–3 years, especially with lamb.",Clone 174,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2010 Clone 174 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2010-clone-174-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2010,Firestone 15,Red,US,"Defines a ripe, slightly alcoholic style of Napa Cab for drinking over the next few years. It's dry and stylishly smooth in tannins, with a nice array of blackberries, currants, cola and sweet cedar wood.",,50,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hall 13,White,France,"A full-bodied wine, with some vanilla from light wood aging, rounded white fruits and a smooth texture. Touches of spice give extra interest to this fruity, open wine that is ready to drink.",Blanc,25,87,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Evening Land 2011 Blanc (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evening-land-2011-blanc-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2011,Evening Land 13.4,Dessert,US,"Made from Petit Manseng—the grape that is used to produce the sweet wines of Jurançon in southwest France—this has dense scents of apricot, white currant and tea. The zest acidity cuts through this wine's sweetness and flesh, which keeps the finish feeling lively and fresh.",Raepheus,28,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Glen Manor 2011 Raepheus Petit Manseng (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-manor-2011-raepheus-other-white-petit-manseng-virginia/,Petit Manseng,2011,Glen Manor 13,Red,France,"A fruity, forward wine with a touch of smokiness to go with the red cherry fruits and clear acidity. It's a full wine, structured with its background of tannins. The aftertaste brings out bright fruits.",Domaine de Javernière,,87,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Domaine de Javernière (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-domaine-de-javerniere-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 15,Red,France,"A forward and expressive wine, this blend of 60% Grenache, 30% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre leads with attractively jammy black-fruit flavors and hints of vanilla and licorice root. The lush yet approachable structure and medium-length finish make this an easy choice for enjoying now.",Le Pas de la Mule Mas Janeil,62,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,François Lurton 2008 Le Pas de la Mule Mas Janeil Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2008-le-pas-mule-mas-janeil-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,François Lurton 13.8,Red,US,"Equal parts malbec and merlot with the balance (8%) petit verdot, it smells quite fruity with notes of plum and berry along with peat and bubblegum. There's no noticeable oak influence (all two year old and neutral barrels) to distract from the smooth fruit flavors and bright acidity.",Momentum,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Cor Cellars 2011 Momentum Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cor-cellars-2011-momentum-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2011,Cor Cellars 11.5,White,France,"Very floral, fragrant wine, its acidity a foil for the ripe tropical and white fruits. There is a definite mineral texture here, with just a hint of sweetness that will make this wine great with Asian food. Screwcap.",Côté,15,87,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2012 Côté Chardonnay-Sauvignon (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2012-cote-white-blend-chardonnay-sauvignon-cotes-gascogne/,Chardonnay-Sauvignon,2012,Domaine du Tariquet 12,White,France,"Fruity and ripe, this is a tight, very fresh wine. The crispest apples and brightest lemon give a refreshing shock to the palate. The wine should probably age for a few years, so drink after 2014.",Cuvée René Dopff,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2012 Cuvée René Dopff Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2012-cuvee-rene-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2012,Dopff & Irion 13,White,France,"Well balanced between fruitiness and spice, this is a young, crisp wine. Its apricot and pear flavors are lighted by fragrant acidity and considerable freshness for a Pinot Gris. It is ready to drink, but will be better in 1–2 years.",Cuvée René Dopff,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2012 Cuvée René Dopff Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2012-cuvee-rene-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2012,Dopff & Irion 12.5,Sparkling,US,"This classic Champagne blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay is dry and crisp with raspberry, orange and leesy flavors. It's quite a good brut, but slightly rough in texture. Drink up.",Brut,39,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Collection 35 2008 Brut Sparkling (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collection-35-2008-brut-sparkling-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Collection 35 13.5,Red,Italy,"This ripasso shows typical aromas of plum and prune, with earthy notes of turned soil. The palate offers ripe yet retrained raspberry and strawberry sensations, along with bitter almond and baking spice accents. It's straightforward, fresh and enjoyable.",,16,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Delibori 2010 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delibori-2010-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Delibori 14,Red,France,"Black is certainly the color of this concentrated wine. It has big spice, big berry fruits and big, ripe character. Dark in texture while showing solid fruits and a tight acidity, drink it from 2014.",Black Time,,87,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2011 Black Time Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2011-black-time-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Jean-Luc Baldès 14.6,Red,US,"Though aged in just 40% new French oak, the barrel notes of mocha and roasted coffee bean take up much of the stage with dark fruit and herbs fighting for attention. The flavors are ripe and lush but seem a bit clipped.",Zephyr Ridge Estate Bottled,35,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Swiftwater Cellars 2010 Zephyr Ridge Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swiftwater-cellars-2010-zephyr-ridge-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Swiftwater Cellars 14.2,Red,US,"The sweetness of the cherry pie filling and rum punch flavors persists into a sugary finish, giving this Merlot a candied, simple taste. It's also a very tannic wine, with an astringent mouthfeel. Not going anywhere, so drink up.",,44,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequoia Grove 2010 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2010-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Sequoia Grove 13.5,White,France,"A spicy Sylvaner, soft, ripe and fruity. It has a rich texture with spiced apricots, a rounded character and touches of acidity. Not for aging, so drink now.",Steinstuck,,86,Alsace,Alsace,,René Muré 2011 Steinstuck Sylvaner (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-2011-steinstuck-other-white-sylvaner-alsace/,Sylvaner,2011,René Muré 14,White,Italy,"Matured on its lees for eight months in barriques, this wine offers aromas of crushed tomato vine, evident oak and vanilla. The palate boasts cantaloupe and green melon flavors, along with vanilla and bitter wood sensations.",Vieris,43,86,,Friuli Isonzo,,Vie di Romans 2011 Vieris Sauvignon (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vie-romans-2011-vieris-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-friuli-isonzo/,Sauvignon,2011,Vie di Romans 14.4,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-style blend is borderline sour, with tart, barely ripe fruit flavors and an herbaceous finish. Despite the cool climate flavors, it shows a bit of heat in the finish, and seems to be aging quickly. Drink up.",The Royale Red,35,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Scarborough 2010 The Royale Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scarborough-2010-royale-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Scarborough 12.5,White,Italy,"This blended white from Friuli has pretty white flower and exotic fruit aromas. It has pineapple, pear and banana peel flavors, although it finishes a bit short.",Pino & Toi,12,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Maculan 2012 Pino & Toi White (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maculan-2012-pino-toi-white-veneto/,White Blend,2012,Maculan 12.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a vibrant and easy-drinking selection that's loaded with cherry and black pepper sensations. It's fresh, bright and crisp, and is perfect to pair with pasta e fagioli or white-meat dishes.",Rafael,16,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Tommasi 2011 Rafael (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2011-rafael-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,2011,Tommasi 14.5,Red,US,"Feels soft and creamy in the mouth, with forward raspberry and cherry pie and toasty oak flavors, brightened by punchy acidity. Not an ager, but fine for drinking now.",,38,86,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Bennett Valley Cellars 2009 Pinot Noir (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennett-valley-cellars-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bennett Valley Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Sharp in acidity, cherry—and raspberry—pie filling, this Zin has a sweet-and-sour taste. Don't look for subtlety, just grab the barbecue and pair it with this spicy, lusty wine.",Jackson James,25,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Blanchard Family 2010 Jackson James Zinfandel (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blanchard-family-2010-jackson-james-zinfandel-sonoma-coast/,Zinfandel,2010,Blanchard Family 13,Red,France,"Fragrant wine, ripely perfumed, its tannins bringing out red berry fruits and a shapely structure. It also has a fresh feel to it from the intense acidity at the end. Age for a year, but drink now.",Le Renard,29,86,Burgundy,Givry,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Le Renard (Givry),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-le-renard-pinot-noir-givry/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaines Devillard ,White,US,"Exotic in scent, this bears aromas of orange blossom, pear, lime and popcorn. The medium- to full-bodied palate comes with balanced acidity and an added flavor of apricot.",Mandolin,21,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Doukénie 2011 Mandolin White (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doukenie-2011-mandolin-white-virginia/,White Blend,2011,Doukénie 13.5,Red,Italy,"This simple but well made wine offers ripe red-cherry, black pepper and licorice sensations, backed up by fresh acidity. Enjoy this accessible selection with risottos or rich pasta dishes.",,19,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Musella 2010 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/musella-2010-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Musella 11.5,White,US,"Coming from the cool 2011 vintage, this is a distinctive wine with notes of petrol and herbs. It's lighter in style with tart fruit flavors. Tasted twice with consistent notes.",Biodynamic Wallula Vineyard,32,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Pacific Rim 2011 Biodynamic Wallula Vineyard Riesling (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-rim-2011-biodynamic-wallula-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Riesling,2011,Pacific Rim 14.7,Red,US,"All leather, no lace, this spicy Petite Sirah is rugged in tannins with pronounced flavors of coffee and baked blackberry fruit.",,36,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Mineral Wines 2009 Petite Sirah (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mineral-wines-2009-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Petite Sirah,2009,Mineral Wines 13.5,White,US,"The fruit is the story here, fresh, clean and loaded with flavors of apple and pear. This is a simple, well-made Sauvignon Blanc, neither grassy nor complex, just forward, fruity and ready to drink.",,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mercer 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2012-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Mercer 16,Red,US,"A big and heavily oaked, warm-climate Syrah thick in bacon toast and baked bread that's juicy and uncomplicated.",6th Sense,16,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Michael David 2011 6th Sense Syrah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-david-2011-6th-sense-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-lodi/,Syrah,2011,Michael David 13.5,Red,Spain,"Rubbery, woodsy aromas of wild berries and balsamic vinegar are spicy and suggestive of Bordeaux. Leafy flavors of plum, pie cherry and spice are herbal but not green, while this value blend's peppery, dry finish is juicy and composed.",Crianza,9,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Príncipe de Viana 2009 Crianza Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-viana-2009-crianza-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2009,Príncipe de Viana 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Dusty apple-driven aromas are simple but true to what brut Cava is about. This feels citric but a little flat, with pithy orange, tangerine and lime flavors that finish clean, crisp and short.",Cordon Negro Brut,12,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Cordon Negro Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-cordon-negro-brut-sparkling-cava-178128/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet 14.5,Red,US,"Dry and tannic, this wine still has a velvety mouthfeel where the blackberry and cherry flavors add a brown sugary edge, like a granola bar. Drink up.",,37,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hanna 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hanna 13.5,Red,Italy,"This selection opens with aromas of blackberry and black pepper, along with whiffs of oak and vanilla. It has a chewy palate, with well-integreated oak and a black-cherry core accented by a hint of chocolate. The finish is somewhat abrupt.",,21,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Giuseppe Lonardi 2010 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-lonardi-2010-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Giuseppe Lonardi ,Dessert,US,"Ripe notes of apricot and white currant are threaded together with a delicate scent of pineapple. The palate tastes nectarous yet zesty, thanks to the uplifting acidity that gives the wine some pizazz.",Soliterre Sweet Table Wine,20,86,Virginia,Virginia,,White Hall 2011 Soliterre Sweet Table Wine White (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-hall-2011-soliterre-sweet-table-wine-virginia/,White Blend,2011,White Hall 12.5,Red,Spain,"Earth, rubber, leafy notes, spice and plum aromas carry the nose on this 50/50 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Tempranillo. The mouthfeel is full and tomatoey, with snappy acidity pushing minty, herbal flavors of red plum, currant and raspberry. A light, medicinal flavor defines the finish.",Vertus Wine Made with Organically Grown Grapes,10,86,Levante,Utiel-Requena,,Bodegas Iranzo 2011 Vertus Wine Made with Organically Grown Grapes Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo (Utiel-Requena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-iranzo-2011-vertus-wine-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-spanish-red-cabernet-sauvignon-tempranillo-utiel-requena/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo,2011,Bodegas Iranzo 13,White,France,"Textured, mineral and tight wine, its crisp acidity a refreshing feature. It's very fresh, terroir-driven, a wine that shows its origins right up front. Apples and citrus add to the bright, fruity nature of this wine.",Minéral,,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Loché,,Cave des Grands Crus Blancs 2012 Minéral (Mâcon-Loché),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-grands-crus-blancs-2012-mineral-chardonnay-macon-loche/,Chardonnay,2012,Cave des Grands Crus Blancs 13,Red,Italy,"This is a straightforward but enjoyable selection, with black cherry aromas and whiffs of bitter almond that carry over to palate alongside a hint of black pepper. Enjoy this with savory pastas.",Le Poesie,,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Cantina di Soave 2011 Le Poesie (Valpolicella Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2011-le-poesie-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Cantina di Soave 13.7,Red,US,"This blend of multiple varieties, some of them rare in California, can be described as rustic. It's dry, tannic and moderate in alcohol, with pretty cherry, red currant and pepper flavors. Needs food, especially cheese, to tame it.",Acorn Hill Alegria Vineyards,45,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 2009 Acorn Hill Alegria Vineyards Red (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-2009-hill-alegria-red-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Acorn 13.8,Red,US,"Made from 100% Cabernet, this is a great house wine for the price. It's dry, full-bodied and tannic, with proper black currant, blackberry, mocha and oak flavors. Easy to find, with 20,000 cases produced.",,9,86,California,California Other,California,Alias 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alias-2012-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Alias 15,Red,US,"This blend of Petite Sirah and Syrah is soft, rich and heavy. The alcohol is high, and the wine has some heat in the mouthfeel, with jammy raspberry, cherry and sweet oak flavors.",Faith,38,86,California,California Other,California,Aver Family Vineyards 2010 Faith Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aver-family-2010-faith-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,Aver Family Vineyards 14.3,Red,Argentina,"Gritty aromas of saddle leather, horse hide and pickled berries filter into a choppy feeling palate with briny and herbal flavors. There's also notes of berries and salt. A chewy finish has weight, structure and saucy, pickled flavors of savory berry fruits.",Reserva,25,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Don Miguel Gascón 2010 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-miguel-gascon-2010-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Don Miguel Gascón 13,White,France,"A simple, rounded wine, soft and fruity. Pear and apricot flavors dominate along with a crisper, grapefruit edge. The wine is aging quickly, and will be ready in a few months.",,21,86,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Domaine du Chalet Pouilly 2011 Saint-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chalet-pouilly-2011-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine du Chalet Pouilly 14.5,Red,France,"This is a bright and approachable wine, with forward notes of blueberry, plum and wild strawberry accented by hints of garrigue and vanilla. Swaths of mocha and sweet spice add richness to the palate and linger on the medium-length finish.",Odyssea,23,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon,,Domaine Grier 2009 Odyssea Red (Côtes du Roussillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-grier-2009-odyssea-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine Grier 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Strawberry, cherry and generic red-fruit aromas lead a standard, healthy feeling palate. This wet, fresh but simple rosé offers peach, raspberry and slightly bitter finishing flavors.",Vivanco Tempranillo-Garnacha,14,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Dinastía Vivanco 2012 Vivanco Tempranillo-Garnacha Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dinastia-vivanco-2012-vivanco-tempranillo-garnacha-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2012,Dinastía Vivanco 15,White,US,"A soft, easy wine to drink now. It's rich and ripe with apricots, peaches, green apples and limes, with a spray of fragrant honeysuckle. Finishes a little hot in alcohol.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,MacMurray Ranch 2012 Pinot Gris (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macmurray-ranch-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,MacMurray Ranch 14.1,Red,US,"A bit on the light-bodied side, but nice and dry, with plenty of personality. The flavors are of briary, brambly wild blackberries, raspberries and blueberries, dusted with black pepper and cinnamon.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Maddalena 2011 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2011-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2011,Maddalena 15,Red,Italy,"This is a ripe and concentrated wine that shows the heat of the vintage. The nose shows smoky, almost burned aromas.The palate is better, with dense blackberry, prune and white pepper flavors. The midpalate is warm and the wine is already evolved; drink soon.",Tenazio,,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Monteci 2009 Tenazio (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteci-2009-tenazio-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2009,Monteci 13.5,Red,US,"Shy on the nose, this offers soft scents of dried flower and blackberry, plus touches of sandalwood, char and turned earth. Medium to full bodied, this wine's midpalate is marked by bright acids and tight tannins. Pair this with a grilled, herb-crusted bone-in pork chop.",,26,86,Virginia,Virginia,,CrossKeys 2011 Meritage (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crosskeys-2011-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-virginia/,Meritage,2011,CrossKeys 11.6,White,US,"Medium sweet (listed at 24g/L residual sugar), this includes 7% Gewürztraminer in the blend. Lime and lime skin are the first sniff responders, with more citrus and wet stone flavors following. Despite the sugar, it's a rather tart tasting wine, suitable for a wide variety of spicy Asian fare.",,11,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2011 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2011-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2011,Hogue 13,White,US,"An enjoyable, easy drinker with notes of ripe red apple, apricot and granulated sugar. It's broad in feel, drinking a touch off dry.",,9,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),WildHaven 2012 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildhaven-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2012,WildHaven 12.5,Red,France,"With some richness as well as fresh fruit, this is an open, warm wine. Black cherries, soft tannins and the acidity typical of the vintage, this is a wine to drink now or keep for 1–2 years.",Château de Souzy,15,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Signé Vigneron 2012 Château de Souzy (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2012-chateau-de-souzy-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2012,Signé Vigneron 12,White,Italy,"Made from the Trebbiano di Lugana grape or Turbiana as it's now known, this white offers tropical-fruit sensations of pineapple and banana peel, along with a lingering ripe-fruit flavor on the finish.",Le Fornaci,15,86,Lombardy,Lugana,,Tommasi 2012 Le Fornaci (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2012-le-fornaci-italian-white-turbiana-lugana/,Turbiana,2012,Tommasi 13.5,Red,Spain,"This is big and fruity on the nose, but there's also a stalky, roasted quality to the bouquet. This feels round, grabby and on the soft side, while mulchy flavors of rubber and blueberry hollow out quickly on the finish.",Roble,18,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Torrederos 2009 Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torrederos-2009-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Torrederos 13.1,White,US,"This has mild, one-dimensional scents of apple and Meyer lemon. The medium-bodied palate has fresh acidity, and shows a touch more depth than the nose with the added note of glazed white apricot.",Estate Club Reserva,19,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Veramar 2011 Estate Club Reserva Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramar-2011-estate-club-reserva-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2011,Veramar 14.2,Rose,Argentina,"This is called a “white from Malbec” because it spends little time on its skins during maceration. The color is translucent pink, and the nose is pure wood smoke and minerals due to six months of barrel fermentation and aging. As a result of this unusual methodology, wood resin, sawdust, vanilla and creaminess cover the nose, mouth and finish, while fruit characteristics are hard to locate.",Blanc de,25,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Vicentin 2012 Blanc de Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vicentin-2012-blanc-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2012,Vicentin 13.5,Red,US,"Notes of ground coffee, cocoa and forest floor dominate this wine's aromatic profile. Supple, dusty tannins and soft acids frame the weighty palate. The finish is medium to long, but it comes with some warmth.",Single Vineyard,26,86,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Vivác Winery 2009 Single Vineyard Syrah (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivac-winery-2009-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-new-mexico/,Syrah,2009,Vivác Winery 14,Red,Italy,"This is an extracted wine that has very ripe aromas of prune and raisin, along with a hint of burned rubber. The palate shows blackberry, fig, spice and licorice flavors, along with a hint of orange peel and a warm midpalate. A bit one-dimensional, but enjoyable.",Gli Archi,20,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Corte Archi 2010 Gli Archi (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-archi-2010-gli-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Corte Archi 13,Sparkling,US,"This is a rich, robust bubbly. The palate is marked with honey-infused limes and Meyer lemons, with the bread dough sourness of lees. The mouthfeel is a little rough, though.",Reserve Blanc de Blancs,30,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma County-Napa County,Chandon NV Reserve Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Sonoma County-Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-nv-reserve-blanc-blancs-sparkling-napa-sonoma-county-napa-county/,Sparkling Blend,,Chandon 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This well-aged Cab Franc opens with raw, scratchy aromas that can best be described as abrasive and herbal. The palate brings a hard, acidic feel and high-toned, herbal flavors of cherry, plum and rhubarb. A lactic oak flavor meshes with green bean notes on the finish.",Pasionado,50,86,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Andeluna 2007 Pasionado Cabernet Franc (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2007-pasionado-cabernet-franc-tupungato/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Andeluna 14,Red,Italy,"This opens with raisin and prune aromas, punctuated by whiffs of thyme and mint. The palate offers raisin and toasted oak sensations layered with chocolate notes. You'll also detect very evident alcohol and a warm midpalate.",Acinatico,20,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Stefano Accordini 2011 Acinatico (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-accordini-2011-acinatico-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Stefano Accordini 14,Red,Italy,"This has initial aromas of raisin and underbrush, followed by hints of toasted oak and espresso. The palate shows evident alcohol sensations, with black cherry, fig and coffee flavors relegated to the background.",Le Poiane,18,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Bolla 2011 Le Poiane (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2011-le-poiane-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Bolla 13.5,Red,US,"Lean and tough, but not without a certain charm, this Cab's blackberry and currant flavors are wrapped in hard, edgy tannins. The sweet core of fruit will wake up when paired with rich beef dishes.",,28,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Brander 12.5,White,France,"A grassy, green wine, although with some weight and richness filling out the fresh fruitiness. It's soft, showing lemon and red apple fruits but with a crisp final taste. Screwcap.",,12,86,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2012-sauvignon-blanc-cotes-gascogne/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Domaine du Tariquet 13.9,White,US,"$14 is a pretty good price for a Chardonnay that shows such ripe, succulent fruit. It's rich in oranges, pineapples, limes and mangoes, brightened with crisp acidity. Entirely unoaked, the finish is dry, pure and clean.",Whiplash,14,86,California,California Other,California,Jamieson Ranch 2011 Whiplash Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamieson-ranch-2011-whiplash-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Jamieson Ranch 14.3,White,US,"Vanilla cream, honey and tropical-fruit flavors mark this Chardonnay, which was fermented and aged in stainless steel. It's a straightforward wine, for drinking now.",New Generation Unoaked,23,87,California,California Other,California,Passaggio 2011 New Generation Unoaked Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/passaggio-2011-new-generation-unoaked-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Passaggio 13.5,White,US,"This is a simple, clean, well-balanced, all-purpose Chardonnay. Light streaks of honey, lemon and vanilla run through crisp, apple-flavored fruit. Nothing fancy, but solid and reliable.",,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2012 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2012-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2012,Hogue 13,White,France,"A single vineyard wine, with light soil producing a fruity style of Riesling, fragrant and fresh. It has currant and spiced pear flavors, with a bright texture. It is ready to drink.",Lerchenberg,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean Becker 2009 Lerchenberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-becker-2009-lerchenberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Jean Becker 13,Red,Italy,"This has ripe black cherry and fig aromas accompanied by prune and black cherry flavors. It's simple but well made, and has nice freshness. It would pair seamlessly with ravioli stuffed with porcini mushrooms.",Cadis,,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Cantina di Soave 2011 Cadis (Valpolicella Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2011-cadis-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Cantina di Soave 11,White,US,"Roughly 50/50 Roussanne/Marsanne, this barrel-aged blend registers just 11% alcohol. Yet, it remains quite dry, with a soft, buttery mouthfeel that suggests it went through complete malolactic fermentation. Thin hints of melon and citrus are more or less buried in the buttery flavors.",,27,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Sinclair Estate Vineyards 2012 Roussanne-Marsanne (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinclair-estate-2012-rhone-style-white-blend-roussanne-marsanne-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Roussanne-Marsanne,2012,Sinclair Estate Vineyards 14,Red,Italy,"This earthy wine has almost overripe fruit sensations alongside rustic notes that eventually blow off in the glass. The palate shows very ripe plum, black cherry and spice notes. Drink soon.",,15,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Le Bertarole 2010 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bertarole-2010-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2010,Le Bertarole 13.7,Red,US,"An easy Pinot that shows the variety's silky texture ripe, with sunny flavors of cherries and cola. It's ripe, and fine for drinking now.",,25,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Alouette 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alouette-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Alouette 16,Red,US,"The blend is Syrah, Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon. The alcohol is very high, to the tune of 16% by volume. And the flavors are like Port, with incredibly rich chocolate and spicy red currants. This is a barbecue wine if ever there was one.",Melange One,45,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Imagine NV Melange One Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagine-nv-melange-one-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,,Imagine 12,White,France,"Fragrant and fruity, this is a delicious, forward and crisp wine from south-west France. It is bright, light, full of citrus fruits and a juicy, refreshing texture. Drink now. Screwcap.",,12,86,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,l'Escargot 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lescargot-2012-sauvignon-blanc-cotes-gascogne/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,l'Escargot 13,White,France,"Light, fresh and fruity, this is an immediately attractive wine. Apple and citrus dominate with a tang of orange zest to add an extra refreshing character. Not for aging, ready to drink now.",Vieilles Vignes,,85,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Cave des Grands Crus Blancs 2012 Vieilles Vignes (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-grands-crus-blancs-2012-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2012,Cave des Grands Crus Blancs 14.5,Red,US,"A little thin and simple, but tasty, with a delicately silky texture and some nice raspberry, cherry cola and spice flavors. Drink now.",,24,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Simeon 2011 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2011,San Simeon 12.5,Red,Spain,"Raisin and cassis aromas come across sweet and ripe but also flat. This feels mildly tannic and abrasive, with herbal plum and raspberry flavors setting up a finish that's lightly green and woody.",Vertus Wine Made with Organically Grown Grapes,10,85,Levante,Utiel-Requena,,Bodegas Iranzo 2011 Vertus Wine Made with Organically Grown Grapes Tempranillo (Utiel-Requena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-iranzo-2011-vertus-wine-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-tempranillo-utiel-requena/,Tempranillo,2011,Bodegas Iranzo 13.5,Rose,US,"Pale salmon colored, this is a fairly aromatic rosé with notes of strawberry, bubblegum and cherry. It's off-dry, leaning toward medium sweet and needs a bit more acidity to stand it up.",Tempranillo,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Michael Florentino 2012 Tempranillo Rosé (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-florentino-2012-tempranillo-rose-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Rosé,2012,Michael Florentino 13.5,White,US,"Just a tad honeyed, but crisp acidity helps to provide balance. The apricot, tangerine, lime and vanilla flavors are easy to like.",Single Vineyard,13,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Noble Vines 2012 Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noble-vines-2012-single-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Noble Vines 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Initially this smells burnt and gritty, with leafy aromas and a whiff of tar. The mouthfeel is grabby, while flavors of roasted berry, burnt leaves and leather finish rustic and hard.",,17,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Old Winery 2011 Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/old-winery-2011-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2011,Old Winery 14.4,Red,US,"Strong, caramelized oak stars in this dry, rather one-dimensional Cabernet. Despite some black currant, anise and mocha flavors, it's like drinking toothpicks.",Winemaker's Reserve,40,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Souverain 2009 Winemaker's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/souverain-2009-winemakers-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Souverain 13.9,Red,US,"Ripe cherry and blackberry fruit stars in this easy-drinking wine, with oak providing toasty sweetness. It's an everyday, cheeseburger-friendly Merlot.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Five Rivers 2011 Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/five-rivers-2011-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,2011,Five Rivers 12.5,Red,France,"A lean, high acid wine that has a dry edge to it. It does have of red fruit flavors but for a basic red Burgundy there is too much structure, not enough ripeness.",Bourgogne A. Rodet,18,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Antonin Rodet 2011 Bourgogne A. Rodet (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2011-bourgogne-a-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2011,Antonin Rodet 14.1,Red,US,"Simple and fruity, this Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah blend has ripe flavors of cherries, blackberries and oak. It's easy to drink with everything from pizza and burgers to Vietnamese beef dishes.",F/Red,18,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2011 F/Red Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2011-f-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Red Blend,2011,Brander 11.8,White,US,"This simple, rich white wine features a cheesecake graphic on the label, hence the name. The blend is a mix of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Gewürztraminer. Fine for sipping cold if you're in the mood for a more luscious white.",Buxom Blonde,15,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Calendar Girl 2011 Buxom Blonde White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calendar-girl-2011-buxom-blonde-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2011,Calendar Girl 12,Red,US,"At this time, the heavy aromas of smoky wood and charred popcorn kernel subjugate the fruit. The palate feels open knit, almost flat, and it bears a blackberry flavor and more oak influence. A tangy taste of iron adds interest to the finish.",Claret,19,84,Virginia,Monticello,,Veritas 2011 Claret Red (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veritas-2011-claret-red-monticello/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Veritas 14.2,White,US,"Simple and ripe, this wine highlights a fruity blend of pineapples, peaches and apricots, punched up with a warming touch of alcohol. Forward and easy drinking with a slightly cloying finish.",Barrel Select,20,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2011 Barrel Select Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2011-barrel-select-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Firestone 12.5,White,US,"A scent of lemon-lime sorbet dominates the nose in this blend of Traminette and Vidal. Medium in body, this wine tastes off-dry, but the acids keep the palate refreshed. A note of lime zest marks the finish.",GRV,,84,Virginia,Virginia,,General's Ridge NV GRV White (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/generals-ridge-nv-grv-white-virginia/,White Blend,,General's Ridge 13.7,White,US,"Dominated by oak, this simple Chardonnay has woody notes with underlying citrus, apricot and tropical-fruit flavors that are a tad thin.",Megandina,54,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Megandina Cellars 2011 Megandina Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/megandina-cellars-2011-megandina-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Megandina Cellars 14,Red,France,"A blend of Malbec and Merlot, this is a rich, fruity wine. It has a tannic firmness and a stalky black currant juiciness, along with intense acidity. There is a rough, rustic aftertaste that spoils the general fruitiness.",Diablerie,16,84,Southwest France,Côtes de Duras,,Domaine les Hauts de Riquets 2012 Diablerie Red (Côtes de Duras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-hauts-riquets-2012-diablerie-red-cotes-duras/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Domaine les Hauts de Riquets 12.5,Rose,France,"A very fruity, red berry flavored wine. It has a slight tannic structure giving shape to this simple, accessible rosé.",,,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2012 Rosé (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2012-rose-alsace/,Rosé,2012,Dopff & Irion 13.5,Rose,Argentina,"elon and peach aromas create a bouquet that's nondescript. This feels solid in the mouth, with acidic cut. Flavors of nectarine run sweet, while the finish takes on a cloying feel as it delivers thick melon and peach flavors. Drink now or wait for the 2013 vintage.",Phebus Rosé,12,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fabre Montmayou 2012 Phebus Rosé Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabre-montmayou-2012-phebus-rose-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2012,Fabre Montmayou 13.7,Red,US,"This is a candy-jammy Merlot, with flavors of nougat, sour cherry Lifesavers and cola. It's fine for big parties or as an inexpensive house red wine.",,15,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Cannonball 2011 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cannonball-2011-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2011,Cannonball 13.6,White,US,"This Chard is dry and crisp in acidity, with subtle kumquat, peach and tangerine flavors, as well as hints of buttered toast. It's a little on the thin side.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Alias 2012 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alias-2012-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Alias 13.5,White,US,"Green grass and gooseberry flavors accent flavors of sweet spearmint chewing gum and Key-lime pie on this Napa Sauvignon Blanc. There's bright acidity, though, making it a good companion to Southeast Asian cuisine.",,17,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Honig 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/honig-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Honig 13.5,Red,US,"Whatever the grape varieties in this wine are, and the winery doesn't identify them, they're of the full-bodied type, like Petite Sirah or Zinfandel. It's an easy-drinking wine, soft and rich in cherries. Good for everyday fare, like burgers and tacos.",Gunsmoke,13,84,California,California Other,California,Masked Rider 2011 Gunsmoke Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masked-rider-2011-gunsmoke-red-other/,Red Blend,2011,Masked Rider 13,White,US,"This Pinot Gris has aromas of wax, red apple, underripe white peach and citrus. The white peach note becomes more dominant on the easygoing palate, and it leads to a mineral-like tang that lingers onto the slightly yeasty finish.",Estate Grown,20,84,Virginia,Monticello,,Pollak 2012 Estate Grown Pinot Gris (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pollak-2012-estate-grown-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-monticello/,Pinot Gris,2012,Pollak 13.2,White,US,"With off-dry flavors of ripe lemons, limes and vanilla, accented with brisk acidity, this simple wine will pair well with sweet Chinese and Vietnamese foods, and the price is right.",Split Oak Estates Sur Lie,12,84,California,California Other,California,Morro Bay 2012 Split Oak Estates Sur Lie Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morro-bay-2012-split-oak-estates-sur-lie-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Morro Bay 13.5,Red,US,"The texture on this Cabernet is a little tough and tart, although the wine does have plenty of blackberry and mocha flavors. Drink it now.",,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Montoya 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montoya-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Montoya 14,Red,Italy,"This wine isn't very expressive, with alcohol dominating both the nose and the palate. It reveals some licorice notes on the palate, along with decent acidity, but no fruit richness.",Campo Grande,35,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Monte Tondo 2011 Campo Grande (Valpolicella Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-tondo-2011-campo-grande-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Monte Tondo 12.5,Red,France,"Light colored wine with a touch of smokiness and soft, ripe fruits. It lacks definition, giving an open feeling without much structure. Wood aging gives a burnt character at the end.",,16,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,,Nuiton-Beaunoy 2011 Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nuiton-beaunoy-2011-pinot-noir-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-nuits/,Pinot Noir,2011,Nuiton-Beaunoy 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Simple berry aromas are generic. This is dark on the palate, with black-fruit flavors that are standard and don't show much character. A lightly toasted finish is solid and not too choppy.",,13,84,Other,Patagonia,,Alpataco 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpataco-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-patagonia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Alpataco 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Leathery, horsey aromas suggest rubber and berry scents. This feels alive and a bit edgy, with a mix of resiny oak, spice, red fruits and green herbs on the flavor profile. The finish is a touch abrasive, with a minty flavor.",,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Alamos 13.9,Red,US,"The Score swings and mostly misses, despite some interested fruit (mostly Merlot) that brings a brambly berry flavor into the mid-palate. There is a fishy undertaste that wraps into the finish, along with a light hint of cocoa.",The Score,15,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),For a Song 2011 The Score Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/for-a-song-2011-score-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2011,For a Song 14.7,Red,US,"A troubled Zinfandel, the winery's least successful in years. It has some vegetal notes as well as fruity raspberry jam. That green note is especially noticeable in the finish. Ready to drink now.",,42,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hunnicutt 2011 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunnicutt-2011-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Hunnicutt 13.5,White,US,"This is a simple, honeyed wine with buttered toast, vanilla, apricot, orange and pineapple flavors. Nothing fancy, but will satisfy your Chardonnay cravings.",,14,84,California,California Other,California,R8 2012 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r8-2012-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,R8 14,White,Argentina,"Fleshy peach and melon aromas comme off as chunky and soft. The palate is just as soft as the nose, with melon and banana flavors. A simple finish is friendly but lacks spine, so drink this Chardonnay before it loses steam.",Oak Cask,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2012 Oak Cask Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2012-oak-cask-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2012,Trapiche 13.5,White,Argentina,"Aromas of bath oil, candle wax and lychee set up a chunky palate with tropical flavors of lychee and melon. This blend of Torrontés and Chardonnay is round, plump and just acidic enough to hold its own.",Extravaganza,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2012 Extravaganza White (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2012-extravaganza-white-mendoza/,White Blend,2012,Trapiche 14.2,White,US,"Green gooseberry and asparagus flavors blend with richer notes of Meyer lemons and golden mangoes. It's tart with acidity, but a honeyed finish adds balance.",,17,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Frei Brothers 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Frei Brothers 14.2,Red,US,"This is a big, powerful wine, in the Pride style. It's massively constructed, with concentrated blackberry jam and currant flavors. The drawback is a green, vegetal streak that prevents meaningful aging.",,60,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2011 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2011-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2011,Pride Mountain 13,Rose,France,"A warm, fruity rosé, softly textured and full of strawberry fruits. There's a fine touch of acidity to balance and a dry aftertaste. Ready to drink.",Pigmentum,12,84,Southwest France,Vin de Pays du Lot,,Georges Vigouroux 2012 Pigmentum Rosé (Vin de Pays du Lot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2012-pigmentum-rose-vin-pays-lot/,Rosé,2012,Georges Vigouroux 13.5,Red,France,"There is an earthy, rustic quality about this wine. The dry tannins are initially hard with chocolate flavors overshadowing the fruit. That gives a wine that needs time to open up and will always be on the dry, firm side. Drink from 2015.",Château Leret Réserve,17,84,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2010 Château Leret Réserve Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2010-chateau-leret-reserve-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Georges Vigouroux 12.5,White,US,"Sulfur shrouds this wine at first, but it dissipates with time to reveal mild notes of honeyed nut, kiwi, white flower and golden apple. The palate has balanced acidity and a slight oiliness, and the flavors seem a bit muted at the moment.",,,84,Virginia,Virginia,,General's Ridge 2011 Pinot Grigio (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/generals-ridge-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-virginia/,Pinot Grigio,2011,General's Ridge 13,White,Italy,"This is a simple Pinot Grigio, with aromas of white spring flowers and green apple. The palate is slightly round, with a ripe pear flavor lifted by tart Granny Smith apple accents.",,20,84,,Trentino,,Gaierhof 2012 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaierhof-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Gaierhof 14.5,Red,US,"Jammy, with flavors of white sugar, red and black cherries and buttered cinnamon toast. Drink with simple, sweet fare, like a hamburger with smothered onions, slathered in ketchup.",,25,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Simeon 2009 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2009-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2009,San Simeon 14.3,Red,US,"Herbal and slightly bitter, this does bring some dark fruit flavors of black cherry and cassis into play. The finish has a slightly burnt character and a hint of rubber.",,18,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kana 2009 Tempranillo (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2009-tempranillo-columbia-valley-wa/,Tempranillo,2009,Kana 13,White,France,"A warm and fruity wine, it is softly textured, ripe peach and apricot flavors. The acidity gives just enough freshness to a wine that is ripe, rounded and ready to drink.",Solaire,,84,Burgundy,Mâcon-Vinzelles,,Cave des Grands Crus Blancs 2012 Solaire (Mâcon-Vinzelles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-grands-crus-blancs-2012-solaire-chardonnay-macon-vinzelles/,Chardonnay,2012,Cave des Grands Crus Blancs 13.5,White,France,"Soft fruit and lightly spicy, the wine has a touch of acidity, lychee and ripe apple flavors. It is ready to drink, a full and gently rich wine.",Prestige,15,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Cleebourg 2011 Prestige Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-cleebourg-2011-prestige-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2011,Cave de Cleebourg 14,Red,Italy,This is completely dominated by oak. It doesn't have the fruity richness to support the toasted notes and invasive wood sensations. It finishes on an astringent note.,Monterè Ca' de' Rocchi,16,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Tinazzi 2011 Monterè Ca' de' Rocchi (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinazzi-2011-montere-ca-rocchi-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Tinazzi 13.8,White,US,"A simple Sauvignon Blanc, this is ripe with orange and lime flavors. It finishes clean and zesty with acidity.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Taft Street 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taft-street-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Taft Street 11,Dessert,US,"This has light scents of peach, golden apple, white flower and Bartlett pear. The palate is ripe and juicy, with the pear note dominating the flavor profile.",Frosty Dog,20,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Chateau Morrisette 2011 Frosty Dog White (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-morrisette-2011-frosty-dog-white-virginia/,White Blend,2011,Chateau Morrisette 13,Red,US,"This blend of 45% Merlot, 32% Cabernet Franc and 23% Petit Verdot has medium-intense scents of char, leather and mushroom, plus touches of dark cherry and mocha. Medium to full in body, the palate feels lax on entrance, but the acids quickly become perky and carry on through the finish.",Detour,25,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Hume 2011 Detour Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hume-2011-detour-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Hume 12.7,Rose,US,"Heavy and rich in the mouth, this has jammy raspberry, vanilla and white sugar flavors.",,21,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Eponymous 2012 Rosé (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eponymous-2012-rose-sonoma-valley/,Rosé,2012,Eponymous 13.5,White,US,"Oaky flavors, in the form of buttered toast and butterscotch, dominate this Chardonnay. The underlying fruit is delicate, veering toward apricots and pineapples, highlighted by crisp acidity.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Muirwood 2012 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muirwood-2012-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2012,Muirwood 10,Dessert,Austria,"This wine is rather hard around the edge with bitter almond and apple flavors. The acidity cuts through the sweetness, reining it in.",Eiswein,,84,Neusiedlersee,,,Manfred Weiss 2010 Eiswein Grüner Veltliner (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manfred-weiss-2010-eiswein-gruner-veltliner-neusiedlersee/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Manfred Weiss 12,White,US,"This is off-dry to sweet, with honey, orange and vanilla flavors with a touch of petrol.",,14,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2012 Riesling (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2012-riesling-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Riesling,2012,Fess Parker 9.5,Sparkling,Argentina,"The nose on this Patagonian sparkler is a stand-in for Moscato, although by all indications this is made from Torrontés. The mouthfeel is smooth, with soft bubbles. Flavors of sugary white fruits, lychee and spiced pear finish sweet and short.",Deseado,14,84,Other,Argentina,,Familia Schroeder NV Deseado Sparkling (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-nv-deseado-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Familia Schroeder 13,Rose,Spain,"Citrusy aromas revolve around pink grapefruit and rose blossom. In the mouth, this is a bit flat for such a young rosé, with pithy and bitter flavors and notes of red plum and red-apple skins.",,11,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2012 Rosado (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2012-rose-rosado-rioja/,Rosado,2012,El Coto 13.2,White,US,"Blended with 15% Riesling and fermented and aged in stainless steel, it's lightly aromatic with notes of stone fruit and macerated grape skins. It drinks off-dry with the flavor concentration a bit wanting.",,15,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,Gecko 2012 Pinot Grigio (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gecko-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Gecko 16.9,Red,US,"Old-school Zinfandel, with enormously high alcohol. It tastes heavy in brown sugar, blackberries and blackstrap molasses.",Estate,29,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2010 Estate Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2010-estate-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2010,Midnight 11,Dessert,US,"Subtle scents of white flower and peanut shell meld with core aromas of tropical fruits. The palate feels viscous and open knit, and the residual sugar makes for a clingy finish.",Ali d'Oro,30,84,Virginia,Virginia,,CrossKeys 2011 Ali d'Oro White (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crosskeys-2011-ali-doro-white-virginia/,White Blend,2011,CrossKeys 14,Red,Argentina,"This dark-purple Cab is full of berry, horse hide and cola aromas. It's full bodied and chunky, with herbal, mossy flavors of buttery oak, salty berry and earth. A salinic, briny flavor lingers on the beefy finish.",Reserva Etiqueta Blanca,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2011 Reserva Etiqueta Blanca Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2011-reserva-etiqueta-blanca-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Santa Julia 14.5,Red,US,"There's a toughness to the mouthfeel of this Cab. It's mainly from the tannins, which are hard and angular. The wine is very rich and fruity with flavors of black currants. Ready to drink now.",,25,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Simeon 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,San Simeon 13,Red,US,"Notes of purple flowers, brown spices and wild berries surface on the nose, but they come across a touch hollow. The palate tastes a hint sweet, like purple flowers steeped in melted berry jam, and the acidity lacks vibrancy.",Poorhouse,16,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Stanburn 2011 Poorhouse Chambourcin (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stanburn-2011-poorhouse-other-red-chambourcin-virginia/,Chambourcin,2011,Stanburn 12,White,France,"Not far from Chablis, there is an enclave of Sauvignon Blanc in Saint-Bris. The wine is properly herbal, very fresh and citrusy. It has a definite animal flavor, tight and crisp to finish.",,14,84,Burgundy,Saint-Bris,,La Chablisienne 2012 Saint-Bris,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2012-sauvignon-blanc-saint-bris/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,La Chablisienne 14.5,Red,US,"This soft, simple Cabernet will go just fine with everyday fare. It's dry, full-bodied and tannic, with proper varietal flavors of blackberries, currants and smoky oak.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Maddalena 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Maddalena 15.6,Red,US,"A mouthful of ripe, fruity jam and baking spice from a vineyard also sourced by the producer for Cabernet Sauvignon.",Wackman Ranch,18,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,McConnell Estates Winery 2008 Wackman Ranch Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcconnell-estates-winery-2008-wackman-ranch-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2008,McConnell Estates Winery 13,Red,Argentina,"Earthy, rubbery berry aromas are the set up to a full palate with flavors of rubber, roasted berry, saltiness and plum. A spicy, peppery finish with a spot of oak comes with freshness and good overall feel.",,9,84,Other,Argentina,,San Huberto 2011 Malbec (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-huberto-2011-malbec-other/,Malbec,2011,San Huberto 14,Red,Spain,"Foxy aromas of plum and berry come with a dusting of spice and earthy accents. This feels sticky and a bit heavy, while blueberry and boysenberry flavors carry and herbal streak as well as minty notes and heat on the finish.",Made with Organic Grapes,10,84,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Venta Morales 2011 Made with Organic Grapes Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venta-morales-2011-made-with-organic-grapes-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2011,Venta Morales 12,Red,France,"A Bordeaux blend with some Tannat thrown into the mix, this is a juicy, very fruity wine. It has fresh berry flavors, a touch of spice and soft tannins. Drink now.",,,84,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Rieutort 2011 Red (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rieutort-2011-red-cotes-gascogne/,Red Blend,2011,Rieutort 13.5,Red,US,"Pizza, burgers, tacos and similar everyday fare will go well with this Merlot. It's smooth in cherries, currants and cola.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Lost Angel 2010 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-angel-2010-merlot-other/,Merlot,2010,Lost Angel 13.8,Red,US,"Some unripe mushroom and leafy notes compromise this silky wine, along with richer flavors of cola. The alcohol is nice and moderate, but the cold vintage has taken its toll. Drink up.",R. Buoncristiani Vineyard,38,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Orentano 2010 R. Buoncristiani Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orentano-2010-r-buoncristiani-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Orentano 13.5,Red,US,"As the name implies, this is a soft wine, with gentle tannins and acids. It's ripe in cherry and blackberry jam flavors that finish simple and sweet.",Liquid Velvet,20,84,California,California Other,California,Lockwood 2011 Liquid Velvet Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-2011-liquid-velvet-red-other/,Red Blend,2011,Lockwood 14.2,White,US,"This is a lush, rich Chardonnay with especially ripe pineapple, peach and lime flavors, as well as a coating of oaky, buttered toast.",Signature Selection,14,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2012 Signature Selection Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2012-signature-selection-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Pedroncelli 13.9,White,US,"There's lots of mouthwatering acidity in this Chard, but it's also jammy with simple apricot, orange, peach and oak flavors. The result is like a Lifesaver candy, a little bit sweet and sour.",Split Oak Estates Sur Lie,12,84,California,California Other,California,Morro Bay 2011 Split Oak Estates Sur Lie Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morro-bay-2011-split-oak-estates-sur-lie-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Morro Bay 13,Red,US,"This Merlot is as pale as a Pinot Noir, which suggests how light bodied it is. It's silky and dry in the mouth, with pleasant cherry, cola and sandalwood flavors.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Montoya 2010 Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montoya-2010-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,2010,Montoya 12.9,Rose,US,There's a bitter apricot pit flavor to this blush Pinot Noir. It's dry and crisp with acidity that brightens peach and citrus flavors.,Durell Vineyard,25,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Dunstan 2012 Durell Vineyard Rosé (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunstan-2012-durell-vineyard-rose-sonoma-coast/,Rosé,2012,Dunstan 13.5,White,US,"This is an everyday Chardonnay that's rich and ripe with honey, brown sugar, orange, lime and apricot flavors. It's creamy but balanced with tart acidity. An easygoing, straightforward wine.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Five Rivers 2011 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/five-rivers-2011-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Five Rivers 13,Red,France,"This Brouilly is light and smooth in character. The wine has hints of tannins under the bright cherry fruits, fresh acidity and open texture. It's not a wine for aging.",Château du Prieuré,,84,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Château du Prieuré (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-chateau-du-prieure-brouilly-174873/,Gamay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 14.2,Red,US,"The winemaker really squeezed out the cherries and boysenberries in this Merlot, making it super fruity. It's not especially complex, but it will appeal to fans of jammy wines.",Reserve,20,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Frei Brothers 2011 Reserve Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2011-reserve-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2011,Frei Brothers 14.4,Red,US,"A lean Zin, with lots of minty acidity and not much fruit. There are traces of blackberries, bitter espresso and plums.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Courtney Benham 2011 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2011-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Courtney Benham 13.5,Red,US,"For the price, this is a good investment in an everyday red wine. It's medium-bodied and dry, with cherry, tobacco and cedar flavors.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Discoveries 2010 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/discoveries-2010-merlot-other/,Merlot,2010,Discoveries 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Sassy aromas of stemmy red fruits, haystack and herbs set up a full yet raw feeling palate with herbal, gr een-leaning flavors of tart plum and raspberry. A shallow finish fades quickly.",Malma Finca la Papay,15,84,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega NQN 2011 Malma Finca la Papay Malbec (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-nqn-2011-malma-finca-papay-malbec-patagonia/,Malbec,2011,Bodega NQN 15.1,Red,US,"Lots of jammy red cherry, anise and cola flavors in this simple but likeable Tempranillo. It has the weight of a Pinot Noir. The silky, smoky sweetness suggests drinking with a juicy hamburger.",B de E,34,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bodega de Edgar 2010 B de E Tempranillo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-edgar-2010-b-e-tempranillo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tempranillo,2010,Bodega de Edgar 13.5,Red,US,"The core dark-cherry and raspberry scents are set off by smoky oak, licorice and spearmint subtleties. Medium in body, this feels open and pliant, yet the acids make the finish succulent.",Divino,32,85,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Vivác Winery 2008 Divino Red (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivac-winery-2008-divino-red-new-mexico/,Red Blend,2008,Vivác Winery 13.9,White,US,"The winery turns to this Monterey appellation to up their Chardonnay games. The wine is lush and oaky, with intensely ripe tangerine and apricot flavors.",,19,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Vina Robles 2012 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2012-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2012,Vina Robles 13.7,White,US,"Brisk acidity gives this Sauvignon Blanc a mouthwatering quality, but it's pretty ripe, with flavors of white sugar, lemons and pineapple. Will pair well with salty, savory foods like sausages, ham or teriyaki chicken.",,17,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Santa Barbara Winery 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Santa Barbara Winery 14,Red,Spain,"Dense, stewy, baked aromas of blueberry and Graham cracker lead to a blocky, flabby palate with earthy flavors of stewed berries and prune. In many ways this registers as overripe and raisiny.",Roble,22,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Vallemon de Sardilici 2009 Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallemon-sardilici-2009-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Vallemon de Sardilici 13,White,Argentina,"Although Argentina is hardly Pinot Grigio country, this is a tropical-style quaffer with good balance and enough acidity to avoid coming across heavy. Creamy aromas of melon and lychee set up flavors of nectarine and tangerine. A lasting but modest finish is fair and appropriate.",Oak Cask,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2012 Oak Cask Pinot Grigio (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2012-oak-cask-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-mendoza/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Trapiche 14.3,Red,US,"Just 75% Cabernet, the rest a mix of Merlot, Syrah and Petit Verdot, this turns generic, with bitter berry flavors. There's a little toastiness backing the tannins but a short finish, overall.",,24,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mercer 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Mercer 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Pushy, smoky, forceful aromas of roasted blackberry and campfire set up a sticky feeling, slightly gummy palate that's full of berry, plum and rubbery flavors. On the finish, this flattens out and becomes heavier.",Reserva,12,85,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Finca El Origen 2011 Reserva Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-origen-2011-reserva-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2011,Finca El Origen 12.5,Red,France,"A ripe and fruity wine with light tannins, red cherry fruit and a fine line of acidity. The wine is softly textured, with just the touch of dryness at the center. Drink now and until 2017.",Domaine des Perdrix,,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Domaine des Perdrix (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-domaine-perdrix-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaines Devillard 12,White,France,"This blend of Loin de l'Oeil and Sauvignon Blanc gives a crisp, lightly textured wine, floral in character with flavors of white peach and plum. Ready to drink.",Gouleyant,12,85,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Georges Vigouroux 2012 Gouleyant White (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2012-gouleyant-white-gaillac/,White Blend,2012,Georges Vigouroux 14.5,Red,US,"A robust, rustic red wine for drinking now with stews, burgers, vegetarian rice and bean dishes in red sauce. The winery doesn't tell us the varietal blend, but it's ripened to the limits of raisins, and high in alcohol, with a resulting glyceriny sweetness.",Lot 348 Field Blend,13,85,California,California Other,California,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 348 Field Blend Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-348-field-blend-red-other/,Red Blend,2009,Cameron Hughes ,Red,US,"This is the companion wine to the equally-flirty Buxom Blonde White. Here the blend includes Cabernet, Merlot, Syrah and Sangiovese. It has substantial scents and flavors of fig and prune, earth and espresso. Done in a dark, soft, ready-to-drink style, it's fine for drinking with any barbequed meats.",Bodacious Brunette,18,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Calendar Girl 2009 Bodacious Brunette Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calendar-girl-2009-bodacious-brunette-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2009,Calendar Girl 14.1,White,US,"This wine is ripe and lush in style, but hints of tart lemons and limes add brightness and an acidic edge. The finish is a tad candied.",Rivers Ranch,25,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Apsara 2012 Rivers Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apsara-2012-rivers-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Apsara 12.5,White,US,"Aromas of white currant and green pear are combined with accents of pine and citrus blossom in this blend of Vidal Blanc, Traminette, Viognier and Petite Manseng. The medium-bodied palate tastes off-dry (50g/L residual sugar), and the acidity feels tempered by the sweetness. It finishes with a tropical fruit flavor, a tang of minerality and energy.",,15,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Annefield Vineyards NV White (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/annefield-nv-white-virginia/,White Blend,,Annefield Vineyards 15.2,Red,US,"High alcohol gives this blend chili pepper heat behind the black cherries, mocha and currants. It's a robust, heady wine that wants rich stews and roasts to pair with.",El CabRhône,27,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bodega de Edgar 2010 El CabRhône Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-edgar-2010-el-cabrhone-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,Bodega de Edgar 13.7,Red,US,"Hailing from the cool 2011 vintage, it's light in style with notes of red currant, herbs and olive with little apparent oak influence. A straight-forward easy quaffer.",,13,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Hyatt 2011 Merlot (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-2011-merlot-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Merlot,2011,Hyatt 11.5,White,US,"This fruity wine is a sugary mix of bubble gum, mint and syrupy peaches. It consists of bold flavors, but lacks the delicacy that Riesling can show in many vintages.",Katie Mae Zillah Ranch Vineyard,14,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kana 2012 Katie Mae Zillah Ranch Vineyard Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2012-katie-mae-zillah-ranch-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2012,Kana 15.2,Red,US,"Some unripe vegetal flavors mar this blend of Zinfandel, Syrah and Petite Sirah. It's softly tannic, and what fruit there is suggests sweetened cherry pie.",The Devious Woman,34,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,JR Wine 2011 The Devious Woman Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jr-wine-2011-devious-woman-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2011,JR Wine 12,White,France,"A light style of Pinot Gris, softly ripe and rounded. There are touches of spice, peach and peppered apples, an attractive balance of acidity to finish.",,,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean Becker 2011 Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-becker-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2011,Jean Becker 14,Red,Argentina,"Piercing, jabbing aromas of wood and berry fruits lead to a juicy, acidic, fresh feeling palate with light, oaky, generic flavors of minty berry, herbs and oak. A modest, oaky finish is undistinguished.",,18,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lagarde 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Lagarde 12.5,White,France,"Dominated by Sylvaner but with some fragrant Muscat also in the blend, this is a perfumed wine, fresh while soft. It's delicate, balanced, cut neatly with acidity. A great apéritif wine.",,12,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2011 White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2011-white-alsace/,White Blend,2011,Kuentz-Bas 12.5,White,France,"Soft in style, with warm peach and pear flavors. There is a touch of herbaceousness and crisp acidity, but these are rounded out by an attractive fragrance. Ready to drink in six months.",,,85,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château Bélingard 2012 White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belingard-2012-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Bélingard 13.5,White,US,"There's lots of brisk, mouthwatering acidity in this Chardonnay. It shows clean, pure apricot, orange, tropical fruit and lime flavors, with a touch of honey and buttery oak.",Reserve Zanetta Vineyard,18,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Muirwood 2012 Reserve Zanetta Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muirwood-2012-reserve-zanetta-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2012,Muirwood 13.2,White,US,"Sourced principally from the excellent Artz vineyard on Red Mountain, this blend of 78% Sauvignon Blanc and 22% Sémillon is ripe and lush, almost to the point of tasting sweet. No residual sugar was listed, but in terms of flavor, it's hard to ignore. If you like that richness, there is a creamy, milk-and-honey flavor, along with toasty notes.",Mistura Blanco,20,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Michael Florentino 2012 Mistura Blanco Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-florentino-2012-mistura-blanco-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2012,Michael Florentino 13.6,Red,US,"This is a simple, jammy wine, with fresh black cherry and cola flavors, highlighted with acidity. Made from Merlot, Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, it's an approachable everyday sipper at an accessible price.",Secret Agent,9,85,California,California Other,California,Alias 2011 Secret Agent Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alias-2011-secret-agent-red-other/,Red Blend,2011,Alias 14.4,Red,US,"This is 100% varietal from an excellent vineyard. For those who love PV for its earthy, tannic, somewhat rustic flavors, this wine will be spot on. It's hard and dark, with char and smoke around light red fruits.",Olsen Vineyards,20,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),For a Song 2011 Olsen Vineyards Petit Verdot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/for-a-song-2011-olsen-petit-verdot-columbia-valley-wa/,Petit Verdot,2011,For a Song 12,White,France,"A soft, pure fruited wine, this is rounded, full of pear and white peach flavors. The wine is soft, fruity, ready to drink, finishing with light, easy acidity.",,,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean Becker 2011 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-becker-2011-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Jean Becker 12,Rose,US,"A rare Pinot Noir rosé from Washington state, this is unabashedly ripe and pink, but not at all sugary. It offers a burst of strawberry and watermelon candy flavors, like a good, long lasting taste of saltwater taffy.",Pino,20,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,J Bell Cellars 2012 Pino Rosé (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bell-cellars-2012-pino-rose-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rosé,2012,J Bell Cellars 12.8,White,US,"The notes of herbs and citrus are quite light. It's medium bodied and drinks just a hair off dry, thinning out toward the finish.",,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Ancient Lakes,Jones of Washington 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Ancient Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jones-washington-2012-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-ancient-lakes/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Jones of Washington 13,White,US,"With 7% Muscat Canelli boosting the aromas, it has notes of flowers and apple skins. It drinks dry with an oily, rich feel and a bitter note that distracts on the finish.",,13,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Hyatt 2012 Pinot Gris (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Pinot Gris,2012,Hyatt 14,Red,France,"This blend of 30% Carignan, 40% Grenache and 30% Syrah is easygoing and approachable, with medium-intense aromas and flavors of wild strawberry, black cherry, raspberry and fresh herbs. The palate is ripe and fruity, with dusty tannins and a clean, bright finish.",Les Arcades,24,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Les Vignerons des Côtes d'Agly 2009 Les Arcades Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-cotes-dagly-2009-arcades-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Les Vignerons des Côtes d'Agly 16.5,Red,Italy,"This Amarone has an overripe black fruit aromas, with a hint of nail varnish. The palate shows raisin and spice flavors, but is dominated by oak and evident alcohol.",Camporocco,65,85,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Le Marognole 2008 Camporocco (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-marognole-2008-camporocco-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2008,Le Marognole 13,White,US,"Small amounts of Riesling, Viognier, and Gewürztraminer (3% each) considerably boost the aromas giving notes of peach, dried pineapple and flowers. Coming from the cool 2011 vintage, the flavors are light in style with a lemony lick on the finish.",,10,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sagelands 2011 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sagelands-2011-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Sagelands 14.1,Red,US,"This is one of those wines that doesn't try to be anything except an easy drinker. Made from Zinfandel and Syrah, it's filled with ripe, sunny California flavors of raspberries and cherries, and will pair well with everyday foods like pizza and hamburgers.",,25,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Rumpus 2010 Red (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rumpus-2010-red-sonoma-coast/,Red Blend,2010,Rumpus 12.5,White,France,"Rounded wine, softly fruity. Its attractiveness comes from ripe white fruits, soft structure and a generous feel. It's not for aging and can be drunk now.",Buissonnier,21,85,Burgundy,Montagny,,Vignerons de Buxy 2011 Buissonnier (Montagny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-buxy-2011-buissonnier-chardonnay-montagny/,Chardonnay,2011,Vignerons de Buxy 14,White,Argentina,"Waxy aromas suggest haystack and dusty apple. This is on the borderline of heavy and cloying in the mouth, while oak is the main driver of the flavor profile. On the finish, notes of melon and banana are covered by a resiny oak flavor.",Broquel,15,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2012 Broquel Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2012-broquel-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2012,Trapiche 13,Rose,France,"A full and rounded wine, touched by caramel as well as red plum and ripe strawberries. It is generous, with a soft, open aftertaste. There is a light texture from the acidity that creeps in at the end.",Domaine Saint-Sernin Fare Saint-Sernin,11,85,Southwest France,Côtes du Lot,,Château Saint-Sernin 2012 Domaine Saint-Sernin Fare Saint-Sernin Rosé (Côtes du Lot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-sernin-2012-domaine-fare-rose-cotes-lot/,Rosé,2012,Château Saint-Sernin 14.3,Red,US,"This wine is mostly Syrah, which gives juicy blackberry, plum and chocolate-covered raisin flavors. The slight percent of Viognier brings acidity and an uplifted floral note to this easy-drinking wine.",Sixer,39,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Coquelicot 2010 Sixer Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquelicot-2010-sixer-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2010,Coquelicot 12.5,Red,France,"A fruity wine, just touched by some wood aging with attractive strawberry fruit flavors and acidity. It's not a wine for aging, its light minerality enhancing the fruitiness.",Le Renard,23,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Le Renard (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-le-renard-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaines Devillard 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Standard apple aromas come with hints of sulfur. The palate on this off-dry Cava is flat and easy, while flavors of nectarine and passion fruit finish grassy but also a bit citrusy.",Cordon Negro Extra Dry,12,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Cordon Negro Extra Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-cordon-negro-extra-dry-sparkling-cava-178126/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet 12.5,White,France,"Soft, fresh, just off dry, a fruity wine that is light and fragrant. Crisp acidity cuts through the wine, giving a tight, nervy edge along with bright fruitiness.",,13,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Cleebourg 2011 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-cleebourg-2011-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Cave de Cleebourg 14,Red,US,"This is half Merlot, one third Syrah, with a bit of Cabernet and Petit Verdot as well. It's a very light, fruity wine, with no particular focus. Fine for near-term quaffing.",Sharp Sisters,20,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mercer 2010 Sharp Sisters Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2010-sharp-sisters-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Mercer 12.9,Rose,US,"This is a strong, full-bodied rosé with ripe, jammy strawberry and raspberry flavors that finish off dry with fruity essence.",Rosé of,18,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Taft Street 2012 Rosé of Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taft-street-2012-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,Taft Street 13,Red,US,"The nose on this Norton is an admixture of underbrush and dark chocolate notes, coupled with blackberry, rose and vanilla accents. Medium to full in body, it has fine, dusty tannins and balanced acids. The finish comes with a hint of tobacco and a minerally tang.",Estates,31,85,Missouri,Missouri,,Mount Pleasant Winery 2009 Estates Norton (Missouri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-pleasant-winery-2009-estates-other-red-norton-missouri/,Norton,2009,Mount Pleasant Winery 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Fruity aromas of nectarine and red plum lead to a citrusy palate with flavors of pink grapefruit and red apple. A chalky, grippy finish is basic in its citrusy, pith-driven character. Drink this refresher as soon as possible.",,9,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2012 Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2012-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2012,Marqués de Cáceres 13,Red,US,"The oak on this wine is heavy-handed, and it comes in the form of fresh dill, turmeric and vanilla aromas. On the palate, the wine is supple and slick, with a dark cherry flavor and more heavy oak influence. It finishes tangy, and the note of dill lingers.",Founder's Reserve,20,85,Virginia,Shenandoah Valley,,Shenandoah Vineyards 2010 Founder's Reserve Chambourcin (Shenandoah Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-vineyards-2010-founders-reserve-other-red-chambourcin-shenandoah-valley/,Chambourcin,2010,Shenandoah Vineyards 13.5,Red,France,"Big, bold and fruity wine, boasting deliciously ripe black fruits and a smooth, just tannic texture. All fruit, this is the perfect barbecue wine: rich, open and generous. Drink now and until 2016.",Gouleyant,12,85,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2012 Gouleyant Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2012-gouleyant-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2012,Georges Vigouroux 13.2,Rose,US,"Whole berry pressed with 11% saignee from Syrah and Primitivo rounding out the blend, it's a very pretty, pale salmon color with notes of strawberry, watermelon and mineral. It drinks medium sweet with abundant cherry flavors.",Barbera,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Gecko 2012 Barbera Rosé (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gecko-2012-barbera-rose-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Rosé,2012,Gecko 12,Sparkling,Spain,"This smells yeasty and toasty/smoky, with mild white-fruit scents. For the most part, the palate feels clean and fresh, while papaya, white peach and melon flavors finish with sweetness.",Carta Nevada Brut,9,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Carta Nevada Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-carta-nevada-brut-sparkling-cava-178124/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet 13,White,Spain,"Dusty apple and melon aromas are clean and simple. A solid, fleshy mouthfeel supports melon, yeasty vanilla and powdered sugar flavors. A soft and easy finish is fine but doesn't take things to any new levels.",,10,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Lágrimas de Maria 2012 Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagrimas-maria-2012-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2012,Lágrimas de Maria 13.1,White,US,"Waxy and a touch volatile on the nose, this wine offers broad aromas of tropical fruit and barrel. The palate is lithe and medium bodied, bearing kiwi and papaya notes. It finishes with a minerally tang and vital acidity.",,23,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Rappahannock Cellars 2011 Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rappahannock-cellars-2011-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2011,Rappahannock Cellars 15,Red,US,A Zin of high-toned red raspberry and blackberry fruit and dark plum that segues quickly into oaky toast tastes.,Old Vine,16,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Rail2Rail 2011 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rail2rail-2011-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2011,Rail2Rail 13.7,White,US,"This is a lush, ripe wine with honey, vanilla extract, orange and lime flavors that have the caramelized sweetness of oak. Crisp acidity fortunately provides balance, on this good, straightforward Chardonnay.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Santa Barbara Winery 2012 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2012-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2012,Santa Barbara Winery 13,White,France,"A very spicy Gewurztraminer that is soft, lychee flavored and full-bodied. It is all perfume, only just hinting at acidity, off dry in style, very ready to drink now.",,,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean Becker 2012 Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-becker-2012-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Jean Becker 12.9,Dessert,US,"Notes of melon, confectioners' sugar, peach and white flower mark the nose of this late-harvest Vidal. Full and viscous, the palate bears soft acidity that frames the sweet flavor of glazed golden fig.",Adieu Late Harvest,24,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Gray Ghost 2011 Adieu Late Harvest Vidal Blanc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gray-ghost-2011-adieu-late-harvest-other-white-vidal-blanc-virginia/,Vidal Blanc,2011,Gray Ghost 13.5,Red,US,"A standard Pinot Noir, soft and extracted in cherry and raspberry pie filling. It has a nice, silky texture and good acidity.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,De Loach 2012 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2012-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2012,De Loach 14,White,Italy,"This Pinot Grigio has an intriguing copper color thanks to prolonged skin contact. It's dominated by assertive oak notes, with light fruit flavors that take second stage to the astringent wood sensations.",Dessimis,39,85,,Friuli Isonzo,,Vie di Romans 2011 Dessimis Pinot Grigio (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vie-romans-2011-dessimis-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-isonzo/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Vie di Romans 14.9,Red,US,"Shows classic Zinfandel flavors of exotic spices, ripe cherries and cola, red currants and an umami touch of bacon. The alcohol tastes high, the acidity feels low, and the finish is a little sweet with flavors of white sugar.",Heritage Selection,18,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bianchi 2010 Heritage Selection Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2010-heritage-selection-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2010,Bianchi 12.5,White,France,"A forward, fruity wine, full of apple and creamed pear flavors. The acidity is light, bright and attractive giving a wine that is fresh and ready to drink.",Le Renard,23,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Domaines Devillard 2011 Le Renard (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-devillard-2011-le-renard-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaines Devillard 14.5,Red,US,"Unexpectedly aromatic in jasmine and rose, Parducci's True Grit is otherwise big with a coated mouthfeel of leather, amidst a wall of toned tannins.",True Grit Reserve,29,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Parducci 2009 True Grit Reserve Petite Sirah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-2009-true-grit-reserve-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Petite Sirah,2009,Parducci 14.9,Red,US,"A soft, juicy wine, slightly sweet in raspberries and cherries, but the finish is nicely dry. It's mellow in acids and tannins, so perfect for drinking now. Try with a great beef taco.",Red Dirt Red,20,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vinum 2010 Red Dirt Red G-S-M (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-2010-red-dirt-red-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-paso-robles/,G-S-M,2010,Vinum 13,White,France,"Simple, bright white and citrus fruits give this wine a great lift from the start. There is a smooth, vanilla texture as well as a touch of minerality giving texture. The wine finishes with bright acidity.",JJ Bourgogne Blanc,,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Vincent 2011 JJ Bourgogne Blanc (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vincent-2011-jj-bourgogne-blanc-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2011,Vincent 16.5,Red,Italy,"This Amarone shows the heat of the vintage. It has black fruit and spice notes but the palate is dominated by searing alcohol sensations. It lacks richness and fresh acidity, and closes on a bitter note.",Zovo,47,85,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Zanoni 2009 Zovo (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zanoni-2009-zovo-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2009,Zanoni 14.2,Red,US,"Pure Cabernet is on display here, offering modestly interesting flavors for the price. It's leafy and light, with strawberry and herb. Tannins are herbal and balanced.",,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),For a Song 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/for-a-song-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,For a Song 15,Red,US,"High alcohol gives this wine a distinct jalapeño chile pepper burn. It's also a little overripe, with traces of bitter raisin skins in the finish. A disappointment from this fine winery.",Ellie's,70,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2010 Ellie's Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2010-ellies-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hall 13.5,Red,France,"Designed as a fruity vision of Malbec, this is a ripe, lightly wood aged wine, laden with berry fruits, soft tannins and an open texture. It's ready to drink, a fine barbecue style, friendly wine.",Pigmentum Rouge,12,85,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2012 Pigmentum Rouge Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2012-pigmentum-rouge-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2012,Georges Vigouroux 11,White,France,"Light, herbaceous wine, very fruity, full of greengage and gooseberry flavors. It's tight, fresh and crisp, ready to drink.",Pigmentum Blanc,12,85,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Georges Vigouroux 2012 Pigmentum Blanc Ugni Blanc-Colombard (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2012-pigmentum-blanc-white-blend-ugni-blanc-colombard-cotes-gascogne/,Ugni Blanc-Colombard,2012,Georges Vigouroux 14.9,Red,US,"There's tremendous fruit on this Zinfandel, mostly of the red and black forest berry type. It's also spicy, showing Zin's cinnamon, nutmeg and white pepper notes. The criticism is that high alcohol makes it feel hot and finish glyceriney sweet.",,20,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Frei Brothers 2011 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2011-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Frei Brothers 11,White,US,"Coming in at 47g/L residual sugar, this is quite ripe and aromatic with notes of peach and flowers but doesn't have the acid to hold it together.",,13,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Hyatt 2012 Riesling (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-2012-riesling-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Riesling,2012,Hyatt 14.5,Red,US,"This Cabernet-based blend is reminiscent to an old-fashioned Paso style that's soft, ripe and simple. It has candied cherry and blackberry flavors. Drink up.",Mare Nectaris Reserve,44,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2007 Mare Nectaris Reserve Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2007-mare-nectaris-reserve-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Midnight 13,Red,US,"The scent of ripe black fruit veers into raisin territory, but accents of wax and smoked wood add interest. The wine's core is supple, and it deals fine astringent tannins that hold the wine together. Medium to full bodied, this Merlot finishes with bright acidity and a wild berry flavor. It feels warm on the tongue despite having a modest 13% alcohol.",,29,85,Virginia,Monticello,,Michael Shaps 2010 Merlot (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-shaps-2010-merlot-monticello/,Merlot,2010,Michael Shaps 13.3,White,US,"Off-dry and minty, with a strong streak of wintergreen, this simple, fruity Riesling offers fruit flavors of green apple and a bit of waxy lemon.",,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mercer 2012 Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2012-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2012,Mercer 7.3,White,US,"Treads the line between off-dry and sweet, with honey, apricot, orange, peach and vanilla flavors. With a hit of acidity on the finish, it's easy to drink and the alcohol is refreshingly low.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,Mirassou 2012 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2012-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2012,Mirassou 14,Red,Spain,"This is fresh and jumpy on the nose, with foxy berry and plum aromas. An edgy, slightly scratchy mouthfeel comes with flavors of blueberry, boysenberry and herbal notes. This standard Tempranillo finishes minty, with licorice hints.",,9,85,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Paso a Paso 2011 Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paso-a-paso-2011-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2011,Paso a Paso 11.5,White,France,"The typical Côtes de Gascogne blend of Colombard and Sauvignon Blanc, this is crisp, brightly herbaceous, hinting at peach as well as lime juice. It is fresh, clean and deliciously fruity.",,,85,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Rieutort 2012 Colombard-Sauvignon Blanc (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rieutort-2012-white-blend-colombard-sauvignon-blanc-cotes-gascogne/,Colombard-Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Rieutort 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Apple and mild spice aromas precede a blocky, wide, almost thick palate that foams up with palate contact. This tastes toasty and baked, with melon and apple notes sitting on top of a full, round, somewhat flat-feeling finish.",Anna de Codorniu Brut,15,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Codorníu NV Anna de Codorniu Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/codorniu-nv-anna-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Codorníu 13.5,Red,US,"A touch of mushroom and vegetable unripeness runs through this Pinot. It's not entirely unpleasant, but it does interfere with your enjoyment of the fruit. Drink this silky, dry wine now.",BIN 6410,19,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bennett Valley Cellars 2011 BIN 6410 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennett-valley-cellars-2011-bin-6410-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2011,Bennett Valley Cellars 13.3,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-style blend of 40% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon offers a trio of plum, leather and char aromas. Although the wine feels slack and broad on entrance, the fine tannins strike on the midpalate, which gives it a sense of muscularity. A black raspberry note surfaces on the bright finish.",Voyage de Rouge,26,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Rockgarden 2011 Voyage de Rouge Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockgarden-2011-voyage-rouge-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Rockgarden 13.5,Rose,France,"A blend of 50% Grenache Noir, 40% Mourvèdre and 10% Grenache Gris, this medium-weight rosé offers aromas and flavors of cherry, nectarine and watermelon rind. The acidity keeps the palate fresh and the finish slightly tart and biting.",,15,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes Catalanes,,Le Cirque 2012 Rosé (Côtes Catalanes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cirque-2012-rose-cotes-catalanes/,Rosé,2012,Le Cirque 10.9,White,US,"The residual sugar is a hefty 54g/L. Soft flavors of canned peaches and apricots fill the mouth immediately, then turn watery as the wine quickly slides into a lighter finish.",Les Vignes De Marcoux,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,San Juan Vineyards 2012 Les Vignes De Marcoux Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-juan-2012-vignes-marcoux-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2012,San Juan Vineyards 13,White,US,"For a Chardonnay, the aromas of slate and petrol are a bit odd, but nonetheless idiosyncratic. Touches of white flower and wood smoke add further dimension. The palate feels glossy, and the acidity demonstrates a crescendo-like effect. It finishes bright, ending on a repeated note of smoky wood.",Reserve,16,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Virginia Mountain Vineyards 2011 Reserve Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virginia-mountain-2011-reserve-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2011,Virginia Mountain Vineyards 12.5,Red,France,A light and fruity wine with attractive red fruits and acidity. There is just a touch of tannin to hold the friendly fruitiness together.,,16,85,Burgundy,Côte Chalonnaise,,Vignerons de Buxy 2011 Côte Chalonnaise,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-buxy-2011-pinot-noir-cote-chalonnaise/,Pinot Noir,2011,Vignerons de Buxy 14.6,White,US,"Hits the popular Chardonnay sweet spot right down the middle, with honey, orange, apricot and oak flavors, with a creamy, buttery mouthfeel.",Estate,26,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2011 Estate Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2011-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2011,Midnight 13.7,Red,US,"Pastry notes of caramel, vanilla and mint chocolate are the lead aromas of this Cabernet Franc, but savory touches of wood smoke and thyme surface with air. Fine, tight tannins grab at the back end of the medium-bodied palate before finishing with a sanguine-like tang.",Carter's Mountain Vineyard,29,85,Virginia,Monticello,,Michael Shaps 2010 Carter's Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-shaps-2010-carters-mountain-vineyard-cabernet-franc-monticello/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Michael Shaps 14.5,Red,US,"It's labeled Merlot, but the blend includes Syrah and other grapes, and the result comes across as a rather generic red wine. Soft and very buttery, it has light red fruits and some green tannins.",,24,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mercer 2009 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2009-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2009,Mercer 13.5,Red,US,"To call this wine easy for the price is no insult. For 10 bucks, you get a soft, dry, full-bodied Cab with pleasurable cherry and currant flavors. Perfect for everyday red wine fare.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Lost Angel 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-angel-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Lost Angel 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Dry apple and spice aromas accent pear and melon scents. This feels mostly right, with lightly herbal, grassy flavors of apple and citrus that finish with medium intensity.",Extra Dry,10,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Extra Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-cava-178136/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas 12.5,Red,France,"Ripe, rich and fruity, this is Gamay from old vines that give extra concentration. The wine is full of bitter cherries, tight acidity and a light texture. Drink now.",Vieilles Vignes,13,85,Burgundy,Coteaux Bourguignons,,Signé Vigneron 2011 Vieilles Vignes (Coteaux Bourguignons),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2011-vieilles-vignes-gamay-coteaux-bourguignons/,Gamay,2011,Signé Vigneron 12,Red,France,"A small wine region close to the city of Lyon, Coteaux du Lyonnais produces the wine for the city's bars. This is soft, rounded, a delicious cherry flavored wine. It has a light structure and attractive final acidity.",Fleurieux,18,85,Beaujolais,Coteaux du Lyonnais,,Signé Vigneron 2011 Fleurieux (Coteaux du Lyonnais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2011-fleurieux-gamay-coteaux-lyonnais/,Gamay,2011,Signé Vigneron 13.5,Red,US,"Pungent, high-pitched notes of turmeric and dried flower hit the nose first, with underlying scents of tobacco, char and cassis. The palate is medium bodied and chocolaty, and it bears chalky tannins that keep the finish firm.",Single Vineyard,21,85,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Vivác Winery 2008 Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivac-winery-2008-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-new-mexico/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Vivác Winery 15,Red,US,"This is a bit of a disappointing follow-up to the outstanding 2009. It moves past flavors of ripe berry and on to scents and flavors of raisins. Tannins are stiff and drying, and the high alcohol carries heat through the finish. It's a bold style, but drink soon as it's not likely to age.",Far Away Vineyard,26,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Trio Vintners 2010 Far Away Vineyard Grenache (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trio-vintners-2010-far-away-vineyard-grenache-columbia-valley-yakima/,Grenache,2010,Trio Vintners 14,White,Argentina,"Tropical fruit and citrus aromas turn toward air freshener and bath soap upon airing. This feels standard for Torrontés, maybe even a bit flabby, with lychee and melon flavors that finish chalky.",Broquel,15,85,Other,Cafayate,,Trapiche 2012 Broquel Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2012-broquel-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2012,Trapiche 14.7,Red,US,"This blend of Syrah, Mourvèdre and Grenache has some pretty raspberry, pomegranate and Bing cherry fruit flavors. Dried herbs add a nice grace note, but the finish brings a darker, roasted character that turns slightly burnt and bitter.",Dark Star,20,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kana 2009 Dark Star Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2009-dark-star-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Kana 12.3,White,US,"Hailing from the newly approved Ancient Lakes appellation, this wine has notes of lime, peach and minerality. It's frizzante, drinking medium sweet with a tart lick of acidity.",,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Ancient Lakes,Jones of Washington 2012 Riesling (Ancient Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jones-washington-2012-riesling-columbia-valley-ancient-lakes/,Riesling,2012,Jones of Washington 13,Red,France,"Produced by the Château de Bligny close to Beaune, this soft, perfumed wine has stalky red fruits, laced with a dry core of tannin and fragrant acidity. It could age for another year.",Rouge,25,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Evening Land 2011 Rouge (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evening-land-2011-rouge-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2011,Evening Land 13,Sparkling,US,"This is scoury in the mouth, with edgy corners framing straightforward orange and lime flavors. The midpalate is marked delicately with leesy sourdough notes.",Vintage Brut,45,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Chandon 2007 Vintage Brut Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-2007-vintage-brut-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Chandon 14.5,Red,US,"Made in the velvety-soft, rather fruit-forward wine style that's so popular these days. It's got flavors of cherry jam, brown sugar and sweet buttered toast. The blend is of Rhône varieties plus Zinfandel.",Troublemaker,19,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Austin Hope NV Troublemaker Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/austin-hope-nv-troublemaker-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,,Austin Hope 12,White,Italy,"Here's a pretty and bright Pinot Grigio with sensations of green apple and pear. This is simple but well made, and while it makes a refreshing apéritif, it will also pair nicely with pasta al pomodoro or lightly seasoned fish dishes.",,9,85,,Venezie,,Canaletto 2012 Pinot Grigio (Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canaletto-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Canaletto 14,Red,France,"Herbal garrigue notes take centerstage in this blend of 50% Syrah, 25% Marselan and 25% Mourvèdre. The palate is lifted and bright, with flavors of tart blackberry and plum. Not an ager, so enjoy it now.",,12,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes,,Caspen 2011 Red (Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caspen-2011-red-vin-pays-cotes-catalanes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Caspen ,White,US,"Coming from the cool 2011 vintage, the aromas of herbs, apple and spice are light. It's medium bodied and creamy in feel with a lemony finish.",Zephyr Ridge Estate Bottled,22,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Swiftwater Cellars 2011 Zephyr Ridge Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swiftwater-cellars-2011-zephyr-ridge-estate-bottled-chardonnay-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Chardonnay,2011,Swiftwater Cellars 13.9,Red,US,"A tough, dry, tannic wine, with a gritty mouthfeel. The flavors are ripe in black currants, plums, black cherries, sweet oak and earthy, tobacco notes. Seems best consumed over the next three years.",,52,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Stags' Leap Winery 12.8,Sparkling,US,"Mirabelle is akin to Schramsberg's second label, but this brut is pretty good. Made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, it's rich and scoury with flavors of oranges, strawberries, limes and vanilla.",Mirabelle Brut,25,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg NV Mirabelle Brut Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-nv-mirabelle-brut-sparkling-north-coast-178859/,Sparkling Blend,,Schramsberg 13.5,White,US,"A hint of sulfur quickly gives way to aromas of Meyer lemon, mineral and yellow nectarine. Silky in texture, the wine feels lax on entrance but the acidity brightens toward the finish.",,24,86,Virginia,Shenandoah Valley,,Valerie Hill 2011 Chardonnay (Shenandoah Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valerie-hill-2011-chardonnay-shenandoah-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Valerie Hill 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Red-currant jelly aromas and a floral character are followed by a soft-textured, caramel-flavored wine. It has a ripe feel, that's gentle and rather too easy.",Vintage,,86,Port,,,Quinta do Portal 2011 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2011-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2011,Quinta do Portal 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is still surprisingly fresh considering the age of this wine. It's simple and enjoyable, with mouthwatering cherry flavors layered with mint and white pepper accents. Pair it with rich pasta dishes.",Terra del Cereolo,45,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Trabucchi d'Illasi 2007 Terra del Cereolo (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trabucchi-dillasi-2007-terra-cereolo-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Red Blend,2007,Trabucchi d'Illasi 13,White,Italy,"This pleasant Sauvignon from Friuli shows typical varietal aromas of tomato vine and cantaloupe. The palate offers green melon and spice flavors and has a crisp, clean finish.",Sauvignon Terre Magre,16,86,,Friuli Grave,,Piera Martellozzo 2012 Sauvignon Terre Magre Sauvignon (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piera-martellozzo-2012-sauvignon-terre-magre-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-friuli-grave/,Sauvignon,2012,Piera Martellozzo 13.8,Red,US,"You'll find distinct flavors of softened Dr. Pepper cola and black currants in this robust Cabernet. It has the brambly, peppery personality of Zinfandel, but with Cab's more elegant structure. Drink up.",Three Vineyards,17,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2011 Three Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2011-three-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Pedroncelli 12,Sparkling,France,"Rounded and rich, this Blanc de Blancs has both a smooth texture, delicious white fruits and an intense line of acidity. It's clean, fragrant, very fresh.",Perle d'Ivoire Blanc de Blancs Brut,17,86,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Louis Bouillot NV Perle d'Ivoire Blanc de Blancs Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bouillot-nv-perle-divoire-blanc-de-blancs-brut-cremant-de-bourgogne-174334/,Sparkling Blend,,Louis Bouillot 14.3,Red,US,"A light but nonetheless attractive Pinot Noir for drinking now. While it has little depth or complexity, it's likable for the silky texture and soft, approachable cherry, cola, rhubarb and green tomato flavors.",,23,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,MacMurray Ranch 2011 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macmurray-ranch-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,MacMurray Ranch 14,Red,Italy,"Here's an enjoyable selection, offering ripe raspberry and black cherry flavors supported by bright acidity. Simple but well made, pair this with mildly seasoned cheeses, cured meats or ravioli.",Capitel della Crosara,17,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Montresor 2011 Capitel della Crosara (Valpolicella Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montresor-2011-capitel-della-crosara-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Montresor 14.5,Red,France,"Hints of garrigue herbs and bramble add depth to the bright red-berry and strawberry aromas on the nose of this wine. Juicy fruit flavors continue on to the balanced and accessible palate, alongside soft tannins and a clean, mouthwatering finish.",Mas Janeil,24,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,François Lurton 2009 Mas Janeil Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2009-mas-janeil-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,François Lurton 15.5,Red,Italy,"This has bright aromas of red currant, cherry and red pepper. The palate isn't very expressive, but it does show some prune and raisin notes, along with a hint of chocolate. It could use a bit more freshness and length, and you'll detect the alcohol. Drink soon.",Domini Veneti,40,86,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Cantina Valpolicella Negrar 2009 Domini Veneti (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-valpolicella-negrar-2009-domini-veneti-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Cantina Valpolicella Negrar 14.1,White,US,"With sweet and sour grapefruit, peach, white flower and orange flavors, this wine has lots of acidity that makes the mouth water. It finishes a little off-dry, making it perfect for salty tapas dishes.",,17,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bodega de Edgar 2012 Albariño (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-edgar-2012-albarino-central-coast/,Albariño,2012,Bodega de Edgar 14.5,Red,US,"The burn of alcohol and natural black pepper spice give this wine a sting. Based on Grenache and Sangiovese, with some Zinfandel, it's rich in black and red currant and cola flavors.",Red Scarf Blend,26,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Blanchard Family 2010 Red Scarf Blend Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blanchard-family-2010-red-scarf-blend-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2010,Blanchard Family 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a simple ripasso, with aromas of raspberry and black pepper. The palate is a bit lean but offers bitter cherry, licorice and white pepper notes. This will match well with gnocchi in cheese sauce or mushroom risotto.",,28,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Ca' Rugate 2011 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rugate-2011-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Ca' Rugate 13.5,Red,Italy,"This has typical ripasso aromas of black fruit, raisin and baking spice. The palate reveals hints of cherry and black pepper, but it doesn't have much intensity. The fruit is already fading, so drink soon.",,25,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Antica Corte 2011 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-corte-2011-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Antica Corte 13,Red,France,"Boysenberry, blueberry and black cherry aromas lead on the nose of this wine, with a touch of warmth and chocolaty sensation following behind. The palate veers more towards red-fruit flavors, with a thin midpalate and an astringent close.",Pur Sang,23,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon,,Château de Corneilla 2009 Pur Sang Red (Côtes du Roussillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-corneilla-2009-pur-sang-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Corneilla 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Apple and pear aromas are fresh but basic. The palate on this Cava revolves around citric acid and light bubbles, while flavors of lemon-lime and white stone fruits finish tangy and fresh.",Gran Zinio Brut,16,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Zinio NV Gran Zinio Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zinio-nv-gran-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Zinio 12.5,White,France,"A gentle ramble through Alsace, this wine is rounded and soft, with a touch of spice. This is a true easy-drinking wine, its light pear and crisp apple flavors complementing each other. The wine is ripe, light and refreshing.",Tradition,17,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2011 Tradition Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2011-tradition-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Kuentz-Bas 14.3,Red,US,"Thin at first sip, this opens up in the glass with an interesting mix of scents—body powder, tart cherry, dried herbs. It's a southern Rhône style blend, more than two thirds Mourvèdre. It carries some of that green character on through the finish.",Scarlet Fire Reserve,25,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kana 2009 Scarlet Fire Reserve Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2009-scarlet-fire-reserve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Kana 12,White,France,"A light, easy Pinot Blanc, rounded, creamy and with just the right balance of fresh acidity. It's simple, attractive now, ready to drink.",Bouquet de Printemps,14,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Marc Bernhard 2011 Bouquet de Printemps Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-marc-bernhard-2011-bouquet-printemps-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Jean-Marc Bernhard 13,Red,Italy,"This has aromas of overripe black cherry and spice. The palate reveals mature black fruit, raisin and pepper notes. This is very warm and shows the heat of the vintage, so drink soon.",Campo San Vito,20,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Villa Monteleone 2011 Campo San Vito (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-monteleone-2011-campo-san-vito-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Villa Monteleone 14,Red,US,"Cline makes a lot of this wine and they do a good job with it. Soft and leathery in spicy baked plum and blackberry, this is a perfet wine to pair with a myriad of midweek meals and outdoor parties.",,12,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Cline 2012 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2012-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2012,Cline 13.5,Red,US,"With a translucent ruby color, this wine shows nice Pinot Noir character. It has a light, silky texture and flavors of sour cherry and raspberry candy, Dr. Pepper cola and sandalwood.",,13,85,California,California Other,California,Masked Rider 2011 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masked-rider-2011-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Masked Rider 13.7,Red,US,"Bright red cherry fruit marks this dry, tartly crisp Merlot. It has additional flavors of cola and sweet toasty oak. Easy to drink now and should pair well with weeknight fare, like burgers, tacos and pizza.",,12,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Muirwood 2011 Merlot (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muirwood-2011-merlot-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Merlot,2011,Muirwood 13.5,Red,Spain,"The nose on this traditionally molded Rioja is murky and clipped, with leafy accents to mild dried-fruit scents. This feels lean despite showing a layer of creamy oak, while the flavors are light, classic in nature and focus on dried plum, raspberry and vanilla. Drink now.",Crianza,19,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Vitoria 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-vitoria-2007-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Marqués de Vitoria 14.2,Red,US,"Strong, candied flavors of cola, cherries, rhubarb pie and persimmons mark this Pinot Noir. While it has a good structure of acids and tannins, and the alcohol isn't too high, it would benefit from greater subtlety and restraint.",Home Vineyard,35,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Manzoni 2011 Home Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzoni-2011-home-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Manzoni 7,White,US,"It's easy to like this affordable Moscato. It's low in alcohol, high in sweetness and brisk with acidity, along with intense flavors of oranges and vanilla honey.",,12,86,California,California Other,California,Moscato Bella 2012 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moscato-bella-2012-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2012,Moscato Bella 14.5,Red,US,"A Petite Sirah abundant in black pepper and cinnamon spice, structured, ripe and leathery. The tannins show promise for aging 5–7 years, the wine's black fruit waiting to burst forth.",Blessings,49,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Clara Valley,Aver Family Vineyards 2009 Blessings Petite Sirah (Santa Clara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aver-family-2009-blessings-petite-sirah-central-coast-santa-clara-valley/,Petite Sirah,2009,Aver Family Vineyards 13,White,France,"Richly spicy, classically lychee flavored wine. It is fragrant, with rosewater and touches of sweetness. Very open, generous and ready to drink.",Cuvée Tradition,,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre and Charles Sparr 2011 Cuvée Tradition Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-charles-sparr-2011-cuvee-tradition-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Pierre and Charles Sparr 14,Red,Italy,"Aromas of very ripe plum, blackberry and raisin lead the nose of this wine, with a hint of oak. The palate is warm and ripe, delivering mature black-cherry and prune flavors layered with oak, vanilla and chocolate.",Austero,30,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Pietro Zardini 2009 Austero (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-zardini-2009-austero-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2009,Pietro Zardini 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Standard lemon-lime aromas open this quaffable Cava. In the mouth, it's creamy and soft but not mushy, with candied mango, papaya and vanilla flavors that finish sweet.",Brut Reserva,10,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava-178122/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas 13.9,White,US,"There are lots of rich, ripe pear, green apple, tropical-fruit and buttered-toast flavors in this creamy Chardonnay. It's lush and ripe, but has enough acidity for balance.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Frei Brothers 2011 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Frei Brothers 13.5,Red,US,"A great value in Cabernet, showing lots of varietal character. It's dry, full-bodied and crisp in acidity, with black currant, cola and cedar flavors for drinking now. Easy to find, with 10,000 cases produced.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Discoveries 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/discoveries-2012-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Discoveries 14,White,US,"There's a strong dose of green gooseberry in this wine that makes it distinct, although you'll also find riper notes of limes and grapefruits. It's quite dry and crisp with acidity, finishing with mouthwatering tartness.",River Road Ranch,23,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Trione 2012 River Road Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trione-2012-river-road-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Trione 14.8,Red,US,"An awkward Pinot, soft and sweet in raspberry fig Newton cookie and Dr. Pepper cola flavors. The alcohol is pretty high, and shows in the form of heat. Lacks the delicacy you expect from this fine vineyard.",Gap's Crown Vineyard,58,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Trombetta 2010 Gap's Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trombetta-2010-gaps-crown-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Trombetta 12.5,White,France,"A creamed apple wine, soft and open. There is just a touch of vanilla to go with the ripe white fruits and light acidity. Ready to drink.",Bourgogne,15,86,Burgundy,Côte Chalonnaise,,Vignerons de Buxy 2011 Bourgogne (Côte Chalonnaise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-buxy-2011-bourgogne-chardonnay-cote-chalonnaise/,Chardonnay,2011,Vignerons de Buxy 13,Red,France,"Light, fruity, packed with strawberries, this is an attractive Pinot Noir. The only spoiler is the over-excited use of wood which is masking the fruit and will always be an important factor.",Clos Saint Landelain,,86,Alsace,Alsace,,René Muré 2011 Clos Saint Landelain Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-2011-clos-saint-landelain-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,2011,René Muré 12.1,White,US,"Estate-grown in the San Juan islands, this did well in 2012, a relatively warm year in western Washington. Ripe grapefruit, mint jelly and a bit of cotton candy combine to craft a pleasant quaffing wine.",Estate Grown,17,86,Washington,Washington Other,Puget Sound,San Juan Vineyards 2012 Estate Grown Madeleine Angevine (Puget Sound),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-juan-2012-estate-grown-other-white-madeleine-angevine-other-puget-sound/,Madeleine Angevine,2012,San Juan Vineyards 13,White,Italy,"This Sauvignon offers subdued aromas of cantaloup and tomato vine while the palate shows melon, mineral and citrus notes. It's linear and lean, with a clean finish.",Ferrata,15,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Maculan 2012 Ferrata Sauvignon (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maculan-2012-ferrata-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-veneto/,Sauvignon,2012,Maculan 15.2,Red,US,"A soft, nicely oaked Merlot with flavors of baked plum and ripe blackberry. Full-bodied in every sense of the word, with just a sprinkling of spice on the finish.",Estate,24,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Clara Valley,Jason-Stephens 2009 Estate Merlot (Santa Clara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jason-stephens-2009-estate-merlot-central-coast-santa-clara-valley/,Merlot,2009,Jason-Stephens 13,Red,US,"This is mostly Syrah, with Grenache and Mourvèdre filling in the rest of the blend. Light and fruity, it's a mix of red apple, cherry and raspberry flavors, fresh and well-balanced with natural acidity. Some hints of green fruit and stem come into the finish.",Mustang,25,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2011 Mustang Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2011-mustang-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Airfield Estates 13.5,Red,France,"A fruity wine, made to be drunk young, ripe and forward. It has bold tannins as well as ripe berry fruits and soft acidity. Certainly drink now, but better age for 2–3 years.",Triguedina Petit Clos,20,86,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2011 Triguedina Petit Clos Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2011-triguedina-petit-clos-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2011,Jean-Luc Baldès 13.4,Rose,US,"This foot-stomped, Sangiovese rosé offers aromas of lush strawberries and cream, with a hint of watermelon sweetness. It's fun, forward and fruit-powered all the way.",Ruby,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2012 Ruby Rosé (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2012-ruby-rose-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rosé,2012,Airfield Estates 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"This is toasty, full and cidery on the nose, with matchstick harshness in the background. The mouth is full and round, while flavors of apple and spice carry a yeasty heaviness. On the finish, things taste dry and don't evolve.",Brut Reserva,16,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Mont Marçal 2009 Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-marcal-2009-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Mont Marçal 13.9,Red,Argentina,"This is spicy, dry and woody on the nose, with blackberry aromas. The body is medium in size, with adequate balance and herbal flavors mixed with saline and berry fruits. A warm, oaky, saucy tasting finish shows a hint of green.",Yauquen,12,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ruca Malen 2011 Yauquen Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruca-malen-2011-yauquen-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Ruca Malen 14.5,Red,US,"Softness of tannins makes this wine feel melted in the mouth, yet it has bright, zingy acidity, and the raspberry and cherry fruit is sweet and jammy. The result is simple.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Maddalena 2009 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2009-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2009,Maddalena 12,White,US,"his off-dry wine has a sugary touch with flavors of ripe apricots, oranges and peaches, along with the acidity and petrol notes that Riesling is famous for.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Mirassou 2012 Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2012-riesling-other/,Riesling,2012,Mirassou 13.5,Red,Spain,"Grassy, compost-like aromas carry a peanut accent and not much vivid fruit. This pinches down on what amounts to a clampy palate, while crisp, mildly green berry flavors finish minty and peppery.",Made with Organic Grapes,10,83,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Paso a Paso 2011 Made with Organic Grapes Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paso-a-paso-2011-made-with-organic-grapes-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2011,Paso a Paso 13.6,Red,US,"Tastes overripe, showing raisin and prune flavors and lots of oak, with awkward tannins. On the plus side, it's dry, and the alcohol is a refreshing 13.6% by volume, giving it an elegant mouthfeel.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,Alias 2011 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alias-2011-merlot-other/,Merlot,2011,Alias 13.5,Rose,Argentina,This Malbec rosé is peachy and heavy on the nose. That's followed by a plump palate without much acidic kick. Flavors of fading stone fruits turn mildly bitter on a waxy feeling finish. Drink immediately or wait for the next vintage.,Rosa de Argentina,14,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Belasco de Baquedano 2012 Rosa de Argentina Rosé (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belasco-baquedano-2012-rosa-argentina-rose-mendoza/,Rosé,2012,Belasco de Baquedano 13,Red,US,"Shy aromas of cherries, peppery herbs, char and spiced mocha lead to a light- to medium-bodied palate that feels silky and slick. Bright acidity gives the finish some lift, and it ends on an accent of cherry lozenge.",Reserve,29,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Fox Meadow 2009 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-meadow-2009-reserve-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Fox Meadow 15.2,Red,Argentina,"This breathes alcohol and raisiny aromas, while baked flavors of prune and raisin come with accents of licorice and mint. The finish is stewy in flavor, with a lot of oak and weight.",Reserva,25,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Casarena 2010 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casarena-2010-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Casarena 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Bland berry aromas precede a pasty feeling, cloying palate with lactic, creamy flavors of oak and generic berry fruits. This is drying on the finish.",,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tierra de Antes 2011 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tierra-antes-2011-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Tierra de Antes 14.9,Red,US,"High alcohol gives this Bordeaux-Rhône blend a sweet, hot mouthfeel, while overripe fruit suggests raisins and prunes. Still, it's a sound wine that will find plenty of admirers. Ready now.",Limited Reserve,60,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Antonio 2009 Limited Reserve Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-antonio-2009-limited-reserve-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2009,San Antonio 13.5,White,US,"Blended from undisclosed grape varieties, this wine offers a myriad of citrus fruit, peach, vanilla and honey flavors.",Cashmere,13,83,California,California Other,California,Cline 2012 Cashmere White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2012-cashmere-white-other/,White Blend,2012,Cline 13.5,Red,Italy,"This has somewhat closed aromas, with hints of stewed prune and spirit-soaked cherries. The palate is better, with ripe plum, raisin and black licorice flavors.",Vigneti di Torbi,17,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Cantina Valpolicella Negrar 2011 Vigneti di Torbi (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-valpolicella-negrar-2011-vigneti-torbi-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Cantina Valpolicella Negrar 13.5,Red,Italy,"This has aromas of berry, raisin and toasted oak. The linear palate reveals raspberry and cherry flavors accompanied by accents of espresso and oak. You'll also detect the warmth of alcohol on the close.",,16,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Bolla 2011 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2011-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Bolla 12,White,Spain,"Waxy apple and melon aromas are basic but fresh. A plump and melony mouthfeel offers enough acidity to lift up flavors of honeydew, papaya and green banana. A round, regular feeling finish is clean and cleansing.",Conde de Valdemar,10,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2012 Conde de Valdemar Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2012-conde-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2012,Bodegas Valdemar 14.2,White,US,"Plenty of crisp acidity balances the citrus, tropical fruit and pear flavors in this ripe Chardonnay. There's also a strong jacket of smoky oak with its buttered toast and vanilla richness. The result will please Chard lovers at a good price.",Lot 361,15,86,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Cameron Hughes 2011 Lot 361 Chardonnay (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2011-lot-361-chardonnay-napa-atlas-peak/,Chardonnay,2011,Cameron Hughes 13.5,White,US,"This smells a bit cheesy and leesy, with notes of popcorn and baguette that dominate the nose. On the medium-bodied palate, fresh acidity gives lift to the hints of lemon and unbuttered popcorn.",Black Label Club Nina Blanco,18,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Bogati NV Black Label Club Nina Blanco White (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogati-nv-black-label-club-nina-blanco-white-virginia/,White Blend,,Bogati 15.1,White,US,"While this wine is dry and crisp with acidity, it straddles the border of ripeness. On the plus side are vibrant lemon, lime and honey flavors. On the downside is a green, feline streak.",Lot 393,15,83,California,Napa,Napa County,Cameron Hughes 2012 Lot 393 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2012-lot-393-sauvignon-blanc-napa-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Cameron Hughes 14.5,Red,US,"A slight Cabernet, thin and simple, with black cherry, herb and oak flavors. Drink up.",Reserve,18,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Castle Rock 2011 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2011-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Castle Rock 11.5,White,France,"Dominated by intensely herbaceous Colombard, this is a light, fresh and aromatic wine. Acidity combines with a fruit drop character that suggests some sweetness in the blend. Screwcap.",Blanc Sec,12,83,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine de Maubet 2012 Blanc Sec White (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-maubet-2012-blanc-sec-white-cotes-gascogne/,White Blend,2012,Domaine de Maubet 13.5,White,US,"Soft scents of dryer sheets, lemons, tropical fruits and white flowers mark this Pinot Gris. On entrance, this light-to medium-bodied wine feels loose and flat, but the acidity picks up on the finish to give it a final lift.",,17,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Hamlet 2012 Pinot Gris (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamlet-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-virginia/,Pinot Gris,2012,Hamlet 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"A mellow, neutral nose doesn't push the envelope. In the mouth, this is round but punchy, with some excess weight. Flavors of apple juice, pear and melon finish with flavors of lime, apple cider and powdered sugar.",,10,84,Spain Other,Spain,,Tarantas NV Sparkling (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarantas-nv-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Tarantas 14,Red,Spain,"Fresh raspberry and plum aromas are minty but get the job done. This feels raw but not scouring, with prodding acidity and herbal berry, vanilla and paste flavors. Minty, herbal finishing notes touch up against herbaceous.",,7,84,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Venta Morales 2011 Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venta-morales-2011-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2011,Venta Morales 14,Red,Italy,"You'll detect aromas reminiscent of wood shop on this wine. Both the nose and the palate reveal heavy-handed oak sensations along with espresso, vanilla and a hint of burned rubber.",Rivertondo Tenuta Valleselle,18,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Tinazzi 2011 Rivertondo Tenuta Valleselle (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinazzi-2011-rivertondo-tenuta-valleselle-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2011,Tinazzi 14.9,Red,US,"A gigantic Pinot Noir, rich and heady in black cherries, sweet licorice, bacon, mocha and toasty oak flavors, wrapped into firm tannins and brightened with crisp Santa Lucia acidity. It's a dramatic wine, but too young. Give it at least four years for all the parts to begin to come together.",Garys' Vineyard,52,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Roar 2011 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roar-2011-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Roar 14.1,White,US,"Testarossa has the Chardonnay formula dialed in. It's always about brilliant acidity, perfect ripeness and tasteful application of oak. This Rosella's hits the Santa Lucia sweet spot, a complex wine bursting with tropical fruits, white flowers and minerals.",Rosella's Vineyard,41,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2010 Rosella's Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2010-rosellas-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2010,Testarossa 14,White,France,"A rich Riesling, just off dry, balancing intense acidity with white currant, hedgerow fruits and a concentrated texture. The wine is full-bodied, very ripe and superbly structured. Very fruity now, this is a wine to show how well Riesling can age—give it 6–8 years.",Rosacker Grand Cru,39,94,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Jean-Luc Mader 2011 Rosacker Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-luc-mader-2011-rosacker-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Domaine Jean-Luc Mader 14.5,Red,US,"Old-fashioned Petite Sirah, dark, heavy and hot in alcohol. It tastes overripe, with extracted flavors of raisins and prunes, leading to a bitter finish.",,25,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Simeon 2009 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2009-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2009,San Simeon 13.5,White,US,"As delicate as water, with faint hints of citrus fruits and buttered toast.",,10,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Castle Rock 2012 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2012-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2012,Castle Rock 13.5,Red,US,"A dreary, simple wine, as thin as water with a few drops of blackberry syrup. It's also soft and bitter on the finish.",,16,81,California,Napa,Napa County,Castle Rock 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Castle Rock 14.4,White,US,"A gorgeous Chardonnay, flamboyant in tropical fruit, honey, cream and buttered toast, but so balanced in acids and minerals, so clean and pure, that it ventures into truly classic territory. The vineyard long has been a special one for Talley. Now, Testarossa gets to dip in, with fantastic results. One of the best Chardonnays Testarossa has ever produced.",Rincon Vineyard,39,95,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Testarossa 2010 Rincon Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2010-rincon-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Testarossa 13.5,Red,US,"This has restrained aromas of char, cassis, spice and asparagus. It's light to medium in body, and it bears fine, polished tannins. A note of cherry marks the warm finish.",Diavolo,36,83,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Vivác Winery 2008 Diavolo Red (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivac-winery-2008-diavolo-red-new-mexico/,Red Blend,2008,Vivác Winery 12,Sparkling,France,"One of the best sparkling wines to come from the Loire, this is a classically driven wine, packed with tingling acidity along with some toastiness and apple fruits. The wine is still fresh and could age a few more months in bottle.",Cuvée Prédilection Brut,20,92,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Château Moncontour 2011 Cuvée Prédilection Brut (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moncontour-2011-cuvee-predilection-brut-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Château Moncontour 14.5,Red,US,"Grace and elegance mark this Pinot, and so does plenty of power. It shows concentrated raspberry essence, cherry tart and drier, tart cranberry flavors, with oak adding richer, sweeter notes of buttered toast. Brisk acidity and soft tannins provide structure. Beautiful now, and should continue to develop over the next 6–8 years.",Saralee's Vineyard,36,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2010 Saralee's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2010-saralees-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Joseph Swan Vineyards 13.5,Red,Portugal,"The top wines in Aveleda's Follies range (named after eccentric buildings) are Grande Follies. This serious, concentrated wine is richly full of ripe tannins, dark black fruits and a powerful structure. It has the weight and tannin to age for several more years.",Grande Follies Vinhas da Quinta da Aguieira,,92,Bairrada,,,Aveleda 2009 Grande Follies Vinhas da Quinta da Aguieira Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2009-grande-follies-vinhas-quinta-aguieira-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2009,Aveleda 14,Red,Spain,"Beronia has blended modern and traditional touches to create a fine gran reserva with spice, vanilla, coconut, tobacco and dried berry aromas. The palate offers ripe tannins and kick, while the flavor profile is earthy, with mocha, coffee, chocolate and dried berry flavors. A long, lightly toasted and chocolaty finish provides a fitting end to an excellent wine. Best from 2015–2022.",Gran Reserva,33,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Beronia 2006 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beronia-2006-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Beronia 13,White,New Zealand,"This is slightly smoky on the nose, offering scents of toasted almonds that neatly accent pear and kumquat aromas. It's richly textured on the palate, where the pear and almond notes pick up zesty citrus overtones that allow them to finish clean and fresh. Drink now.",,23,92,Central Otago,,,Carrick 2011 Pinot Gris (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carrick-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-otago/,Pinot Gris,2011,Carrick 13.5,Red,Portugal,"From a great year in the Douro, this is a complex, impressive wine. It has elegance rather than brute power, pushed forward by smooth yet dry tannins and ripe black fruits. A touch of spice, balanced acidity and a great potential for aging. Drink from 2016.",,34,93,Douro,,,Quinta da Romaneira 2009 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-romaneira-2009-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta da Romaneira 14,White,France,"Big, fruity, mature wine, showing a petrol character as well as a rounded texture and a shot of minerality. The wine is both chewy and generous, packed with fruit skins and green bean-acidity. It is ready to drink, very fresh.",,49,93,Loire Valley,Savennières-Roche-Aux-Moines,,Domaine FL 2008 Savennières-Roche-Aux-Moines,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fl-2008-chenin-blanc-savennieres-roche-aux-moines/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Domaine FL 15,Red,Argentina,"Ripe aromas of blackberry, raisin and cassis blend nicely with graphite and vanilla notes. There's a mild, brooding power to this wine but mostly it's lush and generous, with warm blackberry, prune and licorice flavors. A smooth finish hums along with no tannic bite or hardness. Drink through 2016.",Alfa Crux,,93,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2009 Alfa Crux Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2009-alfa-crux-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2009,O. Fournier 14.3,Red,US,"Everything about this Syrah works. It's dry, crisp in acidity, elegantly tannic and, above all, superbly drinkable, with subtle but powerful cherry, currant, cola, bacon and sandalwood flavors. Feels delicious and important, with a bit more weight than a Pinot Noir.",Estate Grown,48,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Zotovich Cellars 2010 Estate Grown Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zotovich-cellars-2010-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Syrah,2010,Zotovich Cellars 14.1,White,US,"A leesy, young wine, with the slightly sour, creamy richness of sur lie aging. A peacock's tail of tropical and citrus fruits and pears is brightened by crisp acidity and sweetened by toasty oak. Rich and complex; drink now and over the next three years.",Fogstone Vineyard,39,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2010 Fogstone Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2010-fogstone-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2010,Testarossa 14.5,Red,US,"Heavy, oaky and fruity now, but it's a young Cabernet, and all the signs point to ageability. The tannins are firm, in the way of Napa, the acidity is just right, and the core consists of massive black currant and cassis flavors, with a fine minerality adding to the structure. The winemaker is the brilliant Kirk Venge. Drink 2017 and beyond.",Estate,65,92,California,Napa,St. Helena,Tudal 2009 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudal-2009-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Tudal 14.2,Red,US,"This is a complex Pinot Noir, dry and silky, showing the delicate structure of the coast in a cool vintage. The alcohol is relatively modest and the acidity is crisp, giving good balance to the flavors that range from cranberries, cola and pomegranates to sweet sautéed mushrooms, mocha and exotic baking spices. Drink this lovely wine now–2019.",Silver Eagle Vineyard,59,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sojourn 2011 Silver Eagle Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sojourn-2011-silver-eagle-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Sojourn 13.7,Red,US,"Made from Howell Mountain and St. Helena fruit, this wine is rich and savory, with black currants and cassis, a tang of minerality and plenty of rich, toasted oak flavor. The finish is dry, but the tannins are quite strong. This 100% Cabernet needs serious time in the cellar; hold until 2018, and it could go for another decade.",,150,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Metaphora 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/metaphora-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Metaphora 14.5,Red,US,"This is Longboard's most successful of three 2010 Syrahs. It comes from the winery's estate Westside Road vineyard, whose vines now are acquiring some age. It's a complex wine, dry, full-bodied and tannic, with blackberry, currant, tobacco, grilled prosciutto, mineral and pepper flavors that finish long and satisfying. Drink now–2016.",Dakine Vineyard,45,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2010 Dakine Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2010-dakine-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2010,Longboard 14.8,Red,US,"This is a huge, extracted Cabernet, potent in blackberry and cherry jam flavors, with plenty of oak influence. It shows the intensity of a Pride red wine as well as the tough mountain tannins. Impressive now for sheer power, and should develop over the next 8–10 years.",Reserve,130,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma-Napa,Pride Mountain 2009 Reserve Claret (Sonoma-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2009-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-napa-sonoma-napa/,Claret,2009,Pride Mountain 14.1,Red,US,"Shows the delicate silkiness and brisk acidity of the Sonoma Coast, with a brightness to the raspberry and Dr. Pepper cola flavors. Hints of orange zest, vanilla bean and baking spices add to the complexity. The young winemaker, Chris Strieter, is someone you'll be hearing more about in the years ahead.",,40,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Senses 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senses-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Senses 13.9,White,US,"This hews to a leaner, minerally style remniscent of Chablis. It's bone dry and tart, with a streamlined mouthfeel, but there's nothing shy about the intense core of limes, kiwi fruits and Meyer lemons. A beautiful wine, whose modest alcohol level makes it particularly delicate.",,32,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Senses 2011 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senses-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Senses 14.1,White,US,"Awesomely rich and buttery, with new French oak showing up as toast, and the intensely concentrated fruit of the vineyard starring in the form of pineapple and papaya jam. Bright acidity makes the richness shine, while moderate alcohol, officially 14.1% by volume, keeps everything light and transparent. Drink now–2016, before the fruit fades.",Rochioli Vineyard,50,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2011 Rochioli Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2011-rochioli-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Gary Farrell 13.5,Red,France,"This shows more finely detailed aromas than the 2009—violets and cracked pepper accent dark fruit—but less pure richness and concentration. It's still a full-bodied, dense expression of Cornas, with bright acids highlighting plum and black olive notes. Drink 2015–2025.",Les Ruchets,85,92,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2010 Les Ruchets (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2010-ruchets-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2010,Jean-Luc Colombo 14.5,Red,US,"This is such a massive wine, in terms not just of fruit but tannic structure, that it's not really drinkable now. It's just too much of everything. Jammy raspberries and cherries, sweet toasty oak and a generalized heavy mouthfeel make it feel like a melted candy bar. All indications point to the cellar. Give it six years or so to let it begin to mellow.",Heirloom Estate,90,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Etude 2010 Heirloom Estate Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2010-heirloom-estate-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Etude 14.2,White,US,"From the folks behind Roederer Estate, its premier producer of sparkling wine, is this gorgeous still Chardonnay, clean, complex and crisp with a heady perfume of luscious pear and honey. Decadent and yet restrained, the mouthfeel is mellow, a touch decadent, with just the suggestion of its time in barrel.",,28,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Carpe Diem 2010 Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpe-diem-2010-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Carpe Diem 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A blend of northern and southern Portuguese grapes, this is a seriously firm wine that's structured and dense. Spiced black plums are layered with big, drying tannins and acidity, which promise long aging for this impressive wine. Drink from 2017.",Francos Reserva,20,92,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2009 Francos Reserva Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2009-francos-reserva-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2009,DFJ Vinhos 13,White,France,"Big, rich and rounded, this is as much a wine about sweet tropical fruits as about spiciness. It has weight, concentration and a full, honeyed character. For the wine to fully integrate, it should be aged over 3–4 years.",Hengst Grand Cru,33,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Ehrhart 2010 Hengst Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ehrhart-2010-hengst-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Domaine Ehrhart 12.5,Dessert,France,"Certainly intensely sweet, but it is the acidity that adds much to this wine. It is still very young with its bright acidity, mango and pineapple fruits and a dry edge from honey and botrytis. It needs aging for at least five years and more. Screwcap.",Clos de Sainte-Catherine,,92,Loire Valley,Coteaux du Layon,,Domaine des Baumard 2010 Clos de Sainte-Catherine Chenin Blanc (Coteaux du Layon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2010-clos-sainte-catherine-chenin-blanc-coteaux-layon/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Domaine des Baumard 14.5,Red,Spain,"This dense wine from Bierzo is rich, chocolaty and reticent in its delivery of black-fruit aromas. The round, pure palate is rich and easy to like, while flavors of baked berry, earth and chocolate lead to a chewy, round finish that's friendly but structured and substantive. Drink through 2017.",Bembibre,48,92,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Dominio de Tares 2007 Bembibre Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-tares-2007-bembibre-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2007,Dominio de Tares 14.3,Red,US,"So deliciously forward in raspberries and cherries, you're tempted to drink it now, and that's fine. You can. But the wine is balanced enough in acids and tannins that it will gain traction over six years or so. The vineyard is a great one, source over the years to high-scoring Pinots from MacPhail, Fulcrum, Expression 38 and others.",Gap's Crown Vineyard,55,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Bruliam 2011 Gap's Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruliam-2011-gaps-crown-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Bruliam 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This is one of the top Malbecs from Neuquén and it's under $20. The bouquet is focused, dark and loaded with inky berry aromas and graphite. The palate is deep and layered, and full bodied, with blackberry, chocolate and coffee flavors. A long, spicy, toasty finish is warming but not hot. Drink through 2017.",Gran Reserva,19,92,Other,Neuquén,,Chaltén 2009 Gran Reserva Malbec (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalten-2009-gran-reserva-malbec-neuquen/,Malbec,2009,Chaltén 13.5,White,France,"A mature and ripe wine, with great nut and biscuit flavors to go with the full yellow fruits. An impressively dense wine, it's a wine that can age, but is ready to drink now. Screwcap.",Trie Spéciale,,93,Loire Valley,Savennières,,Domaine des Baumard 2010 Trie Spéciale (Savennières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2010-trie-speciale-chenin-blanc-savennieres/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Domaine des Baumard 14,White,France,"Shaped like a butterfly (papillon), this vineyard is one of the best known in Savennières. It is very rich and ripe, from a warm vintage. With its apricot and pear flavors and opulent texture, it brings out the potential of Chenin Blanc. So age this wine for 5–6 years more. Screwcap.",Clos du Papillon,,93,Loire Valley,Savennières,,Domaine des Baumard 2009 Clos du Papillon (Savennières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2009-clos-papillon-chenin-blanc-savennieres/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Domaine des Baumard 14,White,France,"Pale gold-colored wine from an exceptional vineyard. The warmth of the volcanic soil gives richness to the fruit while still keeping some feeling of dryness. It has weight, dried spice and pepper. Honeyed fruits show right at the end. Drink from 2014.",Rangen de Thann Grand Cru Clos Saint-Théobald,60,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Schoffit 2009 Rangen de Thann Grand Cru Clos Saint-Théobald Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-schoffit-2009-rangen-thann-grand-cru-clos-saint-theobald-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Domaine Schoffit 14.5,Red,US,"Masses of cherries and raspberries in this single-vineyard wine, and also lots of acidity. It cuts across the palate like a squeeze of lime juice, tart and mouthwatering. Oak shows up in this equation as sweet buttered toast. Altogether, it's a complex, elegant, delicious wine that will develop bottle bouquet over the next 10 years.",Hallberg Vineyard,55,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2011 Hallberg Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2011-hallberg-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Gary Farrell ,Red,Italy,"This gorgeous Chianti Classico boasts lively cherry, strawberry and violet aromas. The mouthwatering palate shows concentrated wild-cherry flavor layered with mint, white pepper and clove. It has fresh acidity and firm tannins that will develop complexity with more bottle age. A textbook Chianti Classico.",,16,93,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castellinuzza e Piuca 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellinuzza-e-piuca-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Castellinuzza e Piuca 14,Red,Portugal,"This is a smooth, impressively rich wine powered by silky tannins and ripe black fruits. The palate is intensely concentrated with a big, bold structure and a solid feel. It does need some aging, so drink from 2016.",Aguia Moura em Vinhas Velhas Reserva,18,93,Douro,,,Wines & Winemakers 2009 Aguia Moura em Vinhas Velhas Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2009-aguia-moura-em-vinhas-velhas-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Wines & Winemakers 13.5,Red,Italy,"A lovely, wine, with aromas of red cherry, violet and hints of underbrush. The palate delivers succulent wild cherry, cinnamon and natural vanilla flavors with hint of truffle. It has compelling depth but needs time to tame the structured yet elegant tannins. Drink 2016–2025.",,20,93,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Bibbiano 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bibbiano-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Bibbiano 14,Red,Portugal,"Ikon refers to Touriga Nacional's position as Portugal's iconic grape. It is almost black in color, and profoundly dense and dry with wood tannins at this early stage of development. Yet it promises a palate that's rich and smooth with fruit in time. It's intended for long-term aging so drink from 2017.",Ikon,35,93,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2011 Ikon Touriga Nacional (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2011-ikon-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-tejo/,Touriga Nacional,2011,Fiuza 14.5,Red,US,"Retro makes one of the best, most consistent Petite Sirahs in California. Even though they used to source their fruit from Howell Mountain and this bottling now is from Pope Valley and Calistoga, it still shows the same qualities of complex interest based on impeccable winemaking. It's an amazing wine, dry, full-bodied and tannic, with a complex range of berries, currants, herbs and white pepper. Truly a Petite Sirah for Cabernet lovers. Drink now–2020.",,32,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Retro 2009 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/retro-2009-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2009,Retro 14.4,Red,US,"This Pinot Noir is from the far or “true” Sonoma Coast, near Annapolis, north of the new Fort Ross-Seaview appellation. It shows its origin in the brisk acidity and delicacy of mouthfeel, as well as the fantastic range of wild red berry, cola, pine, nettle and white pepper flavors that change from second to second. New oak brings toasty, vanilla complexities and wood tannins. This is a delicious wine now, but will age gracefully for at least eight years.",Ridgetop Vineyard,59,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sojourn 2011 Ridgetop Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sojourn-2011-ridgetop-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Sojourn 14.4,Red,US,"Awesomely rich in black cherries, plums, licorice, mocha, cola and sweet oak flavors. Made from selected barrels of the winery's various vineyards around the state, its richness is balanced by brisk acidity and a soft scour of tannins. Drink over the next six years.",Niclaire,79,93,California,California Other,California,Testarossa 2010 Niclaire Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2010-niclaire-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Testarossa 13.8,White,US,"This is the most remniscent of Chablis among Testarossa's new Chardonnays. It's a minerally, chalky wine, bone dry and with lots of acidity, which makes it racy and clean. But it also has a solid core of ripe oranges and limes. It's fine to drink now, and could even develop mushroomy bottle complexity over the next six years.",Brosseau Vineyard,39,93,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Testarossa 2010 Brosseau Vineyard Chardonnay (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2010-brosseau-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-chalone/,Chardonnay,2010,Testarossa 14.2,White,US,"The Damaris Chardonnay has varied in grape sourcing over the years, ranging from Santa Maria Valley to Sonoma Valley. But with this new Sonoma Coast bottling, the wine has hit new heights. It's dry, brisk in acidity and tantalizing, with citrus and tropical fruit notes.",Damaris Reserve,35,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Landmark 2011 Damaris Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-2011-damaris-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Landmark 14.5,Red,US,"This wine is a blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Malbec. It shows the big, hard tannins of both varieties, as well as their dryness and intense blackberry, currant and dark chocolate flavors. The 100% new French oak is in balance with the size of the underlying fruit. Don't even think of popping the cork before 2015, and it should still be providing pleasure in 2021.",Nicole's,115,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Lancaster 2009 Nicole's Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lancaster-2009-nicoles-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Lancaster 14.2,Red,US,"Power vs. finesse. Which wins out? It's pretty much a draw in this blend of various sites throughout the sprawling Sonoma Coast appellation. It shows the acidity and dryness of the coast, as well as the long hangtime richness of the vintage, with spicy raspberry and cherry flavors liberally oaked. A gorgeous wine, and a bargain given that it's the least expensive of the winery's 2010 Pinots. Drink now–2014.",,39,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Merry Edwards 2010 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Merry Edwards 14.4,Red,US,"Ripe, savory cherry, cola and currant flavors mark this fresh young Pinot. They're brightened by crisp acidity that cuts right across the palate, making it juicy and clean. Elegant in mouthfeel, with earthy, mushroomy complexities, it should develop over the next six years.",Sierra Madre Vineyard,59,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 2010 Sierra Madre Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2010-sierra-madre-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Testarossa 12.5,White,France,"Serious Sauvignon Blanc from the Saget home domaine, this full and ripe wine has considerable depth of flavor. Like many wines from Pouilly, it is for aging, a rich, concentrated wine that needs at 3–4 years.",Le Domaine,,92,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Saget la Perrière 2011 Le Domaine (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saget-perriere-2011-le-domaine-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Saget la Perrière 13.7,Red,US,"A brooding, textured Pinot Noir with some weight to it, deep in dark cherry and blackberry aromas and flavors, with a finish of roses and spice. This wine is aching to be paired with savory mushrooms.",Londer Vineyard,44,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Couloir 2011 Londer Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couloir-2011-londer-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Couloir 14,Red,Portugal,"This is a tannin-dominated wine that's dark and firm in style. It has the weight of juicy black fruit layered with acidity and a dry, wood-aged core with a strong, mineral profile. Drink from 2017.",,,92,Douro,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2010 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-2010-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Quinta de la Rosa 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"At the tender young age of three, this is still tight, angular and bold, laden with crunchy black-cherry fruit that's framed by hints of sandalwood and cedar. The fruit tannins are silky smooth, shored up by woody notes on the finish, but expect those to resolve over the next few years. Drink 2015–2020, possibly longer.",Rachel,55,92,Marlborough,,,Seresin 2010 Rachel Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seresin-2010-rachel-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Seresin 14.5,Red,Spain,"After two marginal vintages (2007–08), this is Emilio Moro and Ribera del Duero at their finest. This Tinto Fino delivers a huge wave of mocha, blackberry, tobacco and coffee aromas in front of a dense and layered palate that's packed with prune, chocolate, cassis and blackberry flavors. A savory, richly textured finish overflowing with coffee, chocolate and smoky flavors seals the deal. Drink from 2015–2022.",Malleolus de Valderramiro,130,96,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emilio Moro 2009 Malleolus de Valderramiro (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-moro-2009-malleolus-valderramiro-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2009,Emilio Moro 14,Red,Italy,"This stunning Chianti Classico has an intense perfume of violet, rose and iris, accented with scents of truffle and forest berry. The wildly delicious palate presents a core of juicy cherry layered with sweet pipe tobacco, mint and spice, with a hint of well-integrated oak. It has great energy, with vibrant acidity and bracing but refined tannins. Drink 2016–2025.",,27,96,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Isole e Olena 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isole-e-olena-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Isole e Olena 13.8,Red,US,"This is a Pinot Noir of considerable force. Your first impression is of irrepressible power, with masses of fruit punching through an overlay of tannin and oak. Then the flavors fantail out, suggesting cherries, cola, currants and spices that are rich and complex through the long finish. For all its richness, the wine retains an agreeable delicacy of texture. Comprised of lots selected by winemaker Bob Cabral for this anniversary bottling, it's right up there with Williams Selyem's best 2010 Pinots, and just as ageable. Drink now–2022. The wine is only available as part of a two-pack from the winery for $250; the other bottle is the 2010 Morning Dew Ranch Pinot Noir, from Anderson Valley.",30th Anniversary Cuvée Estate Vineyard,125,97,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2010 30th Anniversary Cuvée Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2010-30th-anniversary-cuvee-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Williams Selyem 14,Red,Spain,"Luscious prune and blackberry aromas come with complex notes of graphite, toast and tobacco. The palate on this 80-case, high-end Tinto Fino is about as full as they come while still maintaining impeccable balance. Roasted berry, cassis and salty leather flavors are delicious but also challenging, while baked berry flavors, raw power and ripe tannins define the finish. Drink this outstanding Spanish wine from 2014 through 2024.",Clon de la Familia,450,98,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emilio Moro 2009 Clon de la Familia (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-moro-2009-clon-familia-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2009,Emilio Moro 14.5,Red,US,"Feels harsh and bitter in the mouth, with simple, sweet flavors of raisins, white sugar and alcohol.",,25,80,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Simeon 2009 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2009,San Simeon 13.5,White,Argentina,"Oily, match-stick aromas are none too friendly, and not a lot improves as this unfolds. The palate is adequate in feel, but the flavors are bitter and oily, while the finish is nothing but bitter.",Phebus,12,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fabre Montmayou 2012 Phebus Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabre-montmayou-2012-phebus-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2012,Fabre Montmayou 14.5,White,US,"A chilly vintage took its toll on this Maddalena, robbing the wine of ripeness and resulting in a green, slightly vegetal wine.",,16,80,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Maddalena 2010 Pinot Grigio (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Maddalena 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Of all the Cavas made by Freixenet, this oddly sweet Spumante is the weakest. This is briny, pickled and candied on the nose, with hints of lychee and banana. Flavors of Sprite, cane sugar and banana finish with sulfur, honeydew and a faux kiwi note.",Spumante,9,80,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Spumante Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-spumante-sparkling-cava-178123/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet 13.8,Red,US,"This is Langetwins's first vintage of Malbec from estate vineyards and it leaves a bit to be desired. Flat and a tad watery, it's a one-dimensional quaff.",Estate grown,15,80,California,Central Valley,Lodi,LangeTwins 2010 Estate grown Malbec (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langetwins-2010-estate-grown-malbec-central-valley-lodi/,Malbec,2010,LangeTwins 7,Sparkling,Spain,"Aromas of air freshener, lychee and honey introduce a basic, no-bead palate full of tropical flavors that are similar to a Tiki punch with no booze. A mild, low-foam finish is the final act.",Opera Prima Sparkling,8,81,Spain Other,Spain,,J. Garcia Carrion NV Opera Prima Sparkling Moscato (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-garcia-carrion-nv-opera-prima-sparkling-moscato-spain-172462/,Moscato,,J. Garcia Carrion 12.8,White,US,"Medium bodied, this has a bitter papaya seed note that threads the pliant core of tropical fruit and toast flavors. The acids gain some momentum on the finish.",,18,81,Virginia,Monticello,,Keswick Vineyards 2011 Verdejo (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keswick-2011-spanish-white-verdejo-monticello/,Verdejo,2011,Keswick Vineyards 12.6,White,US,"This volatile, sharp-toned wine barely makes the cut. Those who are particularly sensitive to scents of nail-polish remover may wish to steer clear. Despite relatively low alcohol and high sugar, it burns a bit in the finish.",,14,81,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,San Juan Vineyards 2012 Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-juan-2012-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2012,San Juan Vineyards 12,Sparkling,Spain,"A yellow color and skunky aromas are not positive. In the mouth, this is soft and lacking an acidic edge. Flavors of wheat bread and vanilla blend with oxidized white-fruit notes.",Aria Estate Extra Dry,14,81,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Aria Estate Extra Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-aria-estate-extra-dry-sparkling-cava-178134/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas 14.6,Red,US,"An inexpensive Merlot packed in sweet vanilla and smoky oak that has 5% 2008 Dolcetto, 3% 2010 Syrah and 3% 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon.",,11,81,California,North Coast,North Coast,Lapis Luna 2012 Merlot (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapis-luna-2012-merlot-north-coast/,Merlot,2012,Lapis Luna 15.2,Red,US,"This simple Grenache has cherry pie and sandalwood flavors, cut through with a vegetal unripeness suggesting boiled asparagus. It's soft in texture and high in alcohol.",,34,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bodega de Edgar 2010 Garnacha (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-edgar-2010-grenache-garnacha-central-coast/,Garnacha,2010,Bodega de Edgar ,Red,US,"This smells like warm chocolate ganache spread over layers of vanilla buttercream and black plums. It feels loose on the palate, offering soft acidity and only a slight tug of tannin toward the chocolaty finish.",Bethlehem Valley,28,82,Missouri,Missouri,,Mount Pleasant Winery 2009 Bethlehem Valley Norton (Missouri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-pleasant-winery-2009-bethlehem-valley-other-red-norton-missouri/,Norton,2009,Mount Pleasant Winery 11.5,Sparkling,Argentina,"The nose on this sparkler is dusty. The palate weighs in heavy, with pounding flavors of peach and melon. The finish is soda-like yet salty.",Brut Chardonnay,11,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso NV Brut Chardonnay Sparkling (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-nv-brut-chardonnay-sparkling-mendoza/,Sparkling Blend,,Pascual Toso 13.5,Red,US,"There's residual sugar in this wine, to judge by the sweet cherry cola flavors with a hit of alcohol.",Mischief,10,82,California,California Other,California,Lost Angel 2009 Mischief Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-angel-2009-mischief-red-other/,Red Blend,2009,Lost Angel 13.5,White,US,"This is dry and crisp in acidity, with suggestions of oranges and buttered toast that wash out in the finish.",,18,82,California,California Other,California,Bread & Butter 2011 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bread-butter-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Bread & Butter 13.5,White,US,"Thin and watery, with acid-driven grapefruit and sour gooseberry flavors.",,14,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Ancient Peaks 12,White,France,"A very dusty aroma gives a wine that has pepper, green apple and a metallic edge. Finishing with bright acidity, it is ready to drink.",,11,82,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Cleebourg 2011 Pinot Auxerrois (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-cleebourg-2011-pinot-blanc-auxerrois-alsace/,Pinot Auxerrois,2011,Cave de Cleebourg 13.5,Red,US,"Thin in fruit and sharp in acidity, this Merlot at least is dry and silky on the palate. It has raisin and oak flavors.",,11,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Castle Rock 2011 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2011-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2011,Castle Rock 12.5,Red,Argentina,"Briny raspberry aromas are a bit murky. This smacks down hard with acidity, while the flavors run toward earthy, generic plum and berry. A salty finish with animal notes is firm but struggles with cleanliness.",,8,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Casa de Campo 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-campo-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Casa de Campo 13.9,Red,US,"Very little structure in this Cabernet, which makes it too soft for balance. The cherry, cola and sandalwood flavors finish sweet.",,20,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,EOS 13.8,White,US,"Superripe pineapple, lemonade and apricot flavors, coupled with acidity, give this Viognier a candied sweet-and-sour taste.",La Vista Vineyard,30,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ranchero Cellars 2012 La Vista Vineyard Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ranchero-cellars-2012-vista-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2012,Ranchero Cellars 14,Red,US,"Dull and ordinary, with a soft texture and flavors of red currants, vegetables, herbs and spices.",Cashmere,18,82,California,California Other,California,Cline 2012 Cashmere Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2012-cashmere-red-other/,Red Blend,2012,Cline 14.3,Red,US,"This is not a successful Sleepy Hollow Vineyard bottling. The cold vintage took its toll, resulting in a wine whose cherry and tart cranberry flavors are cut through with a streak of green veggies. Drink up.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,42,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Talbott 2011 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2011-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Talbott 13,Red,Spain,"A maderized color and flat, old-smelling aromas of molasses and baked beans are barely cutting it. This feels tired, with mildly oxidized flavors of raisin, tobacco and vanilla. Tomato and herbal notes carry the finish on this mostly gone Rioja.",Crianza,22,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Urbina 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/urbina-2007-crianza-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2007,Urbina 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes like an old wine that Nonno brought up from the basement in a carafe. It's supposedly a Bordeaux blend, but it could be anything red and full-bodied.",Cask 520,30,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Antonio 2009 Cask 520 Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-antonio-2009-cask-520-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,San Antonio 13.5,White,US,"This is a thin, water wine with delicate grapefruit flavor. The finish is brightened by a burst of citrusy acidity.",,12,82,California,California Other,California,Mirassou 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2012-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Mirassou ,Red,US,"A scent of tar hits the nose first, followed by whiffs of raisin, brown spice and vanilla. The attack on this wine feels flat and flaccid, but the tannins pick up slightly on the midpalate, which lends it some structure.",Dry,12,82,Missouri,Missouri,,Mount Pleasant Winery NV Dry Norton (Missouri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-pleasant-winery-nv-dry-norton-missouri-166287/,Norton,,Mount Pleasant Winery 13,White,US,"Aromas of bees wax and clover honey come with some volatility. The palate tastes a touch bitter and high pitched, and the acidity feels flat. A note of honey-infused breakfast tea surfaces on the palate.",,24,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Doukénie 2011 Pinot Grigio (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doukenie-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-virginia/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Doukénie 15,Red,US,"Inexpensive, this Zin is quite ripe and quite oaky, a big mouthful of wine ready to enjoy now.",,15,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Damas 2010 Zinfandel (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damas-2010-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Zinfandel,2010,Damas 13.5,White,Argentina,"A yellow color announces that this isn't in tip-top shape. Stalky, waxy aromas confirm that, while a chunky, creamy feeling palate is low on acid and is showing oxidized, Sherry-like aromas of vanilla and nuts.",VIII,16,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pulenta 2011 VIII Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pulenta-estate-2011-viii-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2011,Pulenta 13.5,Red,Argentina,"This smells far better than it feels or tastes. The nose offers black fruit and graham cracker notes, but the palate is sharp and punchy, with sour plum and rhubarb flavors that finish herbal and briny.",Reserve,12,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2011 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2011-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Cruz Alta 14.7,Red,US,"This blend of Syrah and Grenache is hard and tough, with stringy, dry tannins and flavors of vegetables and cherry cough syrup. Lots of new French oak does little to make it more palatable.",,20,81,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,State of Art 2011 Red (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/state-art-2011-red-central-coast-monterey-county/,Red Blend,2011,State of Art 12.5,Red,US,"Scents of red licorice and candied ruby grapefruit and red berry portend the sweetness of this wine. The palate feels slack, and it comes with noticeable residual sugar. Delicate tannins lend the finish light traction.",Riverboat Smooth Sweet,7,81,Missouri,Missouri,,Les Bourgeois NV Riverboat Smooth Sweet Red (Missouri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/les-bourgeois-nv-riverboat-smooth-sweet-red-missouri/,Red Blend,,Les Bourgeois 14.9,Red,US,"Soft, bitter and overripe, with raisin, mocha and Port flavors. It's a Rhône-style blend.",Heritage,30,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Antonio 2009 Heritage Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-antonio-2009-heritage-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2009,San Antonio 12.4,Sparkling,Argentina,"This opens with grassy, oxidized aromas of papaya and hay. The mouth is foamy and crude, with herbal, stalky flavors of salty, briny melon and nectarine. Not that it matters much, but the blend is Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Pinot Noir.",Equinox de Primavera Extra Brut,17,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Solsticio NV Equinox de Primavera Extra Brut Sparkling (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solsticio-nv-equinox-primavera-extra-brut-sparkling-mendoza/,Sparkling Blend,,Solsticio 13.5,Red,Argentina,"There's a strong dose of sawdust and faux vanilla on the nose of this flabby Malbec. Woody, minty flavors crowd out the fruit content, while the finish is resiny in feel, and consistent with the palate.",,12,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rio Perdido 2011 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rio-perdido-2011-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Rio Perdido 12.5,Red,Argentina,"Briny berry aromas turn dull and flat with airing. This is hollow and weak on the palate, with sour berry flavors and an acidic finish akin to tart fruit juice.",,11,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Origin 2011 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/origin-2011-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Origin 9,Sparkling,Spain,"The name may suggest a bridge in Florence but this sparkler is Spanish. Lychee, rose water and lime are the aromas, but frankly they are basic. A creamy, fairly thick and cloying palate carries Moscato-based flavors of lychee, lime and mango, while the finish is sugary in feel and flavor.",,14,82,Spain Other,Spain,,Ponte Vecchio NV Moscato (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponte-vecchio-nv-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,,Ponte Vecchio 13,Red,US,"A shy aroma of Meyer lemon zest sits on top of a broad note of dark cherry. The medium-bodied palate tastes washed out, and it finishes with elevated acidity that veers tart.",,16,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Stanburn 2011 Chambourcin (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stanburn-2011-other-red-chambourcin-virginia/,Chambourcin,2011,Stanburn 14.2,Red,US,"A simple Pinot Noir, with candied raspberry and cherry flavors. There's a green, unripe streak that detracts.",Kali Hart,21,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Talbott 2011 Kali Hart Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2011-kali-hart-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2011,Talbott 14.9,White,US,"Blended from several popular grape varieties, this wine tastes a tad tired and oxidized. The citrus and tropical fruit flavors are beginning to turn dried out and sherried. Drink up.",Heritage Blanc Vintage,18,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,San Antonio 2011 Heritage Blanc Vintage White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-antonio-2011-heritage-blanc-vintage-white-central-coast/,White Blend,2011,San Antonio 13.5,Red,US,"A simple Pinot Noir, dry and light-bodied, with thinned-down cherry, cola and raspberry jam flavors.",,16,82,California,California Other,California,Pinot Patch 2012 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinot-patch-2012-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2012,Pinot Patch 13.8,Red,US,"Light in body, with prickly acidity highlighting thin berry and oak flavors.",,20,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,EOS 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,EOS 13,Rose,Spain,"Simple red-berry aromas are about as good as this gets. In the mouth, it's wet but dilute. Flavors of pithy citrus and grass finish with grapefruit and bitter flavors. This is basic at best and empty at worst.",Conde de Valdemar,10,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2012 Conde de Valdemar Rosado (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2012-conde-rose-rosado-rioja/,Rosado,2012,Bodegas Valdemar 13.5,White,France,"Mango aromas and flavors give a sense of the sweetness of the wine. It is rich and full bodied, with spice and pepper notes just hinting at acidity. Keep the wine for 3–5 years.",Brand Grand Cru,32,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Ehrhart 2010 Brand Grand Cru Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ehrhart-2010-brand-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2010,Domaine Ehrhart 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a classically crafted selection, with a lovely floral and earthy fragrance. The palate shows dark-plum and black-cherry flavors laced with white pepper, mint and balsamic accents. While it has tame acidity, it's still tightly wound and needs just a few years to soften and develop additional complexity; drink after 2015. Vi Wines, J & J Importers.",,22,93,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Antico Colle 2010 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antico-colle-2010-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2010,Antico Colle 13,White,France,"This is perfectly balanced dry Chenin. It has just the right amount of richness, aided by a touch of vanilla. The green and white fruits are blended with deceptively soft acidity to give a wine that feels full and ripe in the mouth. Good to drink now, but also worth aging for 3–4 years and more. Screwcap.",,,93,Loire Valley,Savennières,,Domaine des Baumard 2010 Savennières,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2010-chenin-blanc-savennieres/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Domaine des Baumard 14.7,Red,US,"Massive fruity extract characterizes this Cabernet. With noble tannins and explosive black currant, cassis and dark chocolate flavors, it defines the modern Napa cult style of soft, delicious complexity. Good to go now, but you're better off holding it for 8–12 years.",Reserve,106,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Black Coyote 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-coyote-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Black Coyote 14,Red,Spain,"Dark berry aromas of all sorts, particularly cassis and blackberry, rest comfortably in front of a fresh, long, slightly acidic palate that is home to flavors of raspberry, plum and licorice. This is more fresh and lively than many top-flight Ribera del Duero wines, with crisp finishing acidity and firm tannins. Drink from 2014 through 2022.",Malabrigo,90,93,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Cepa 21 2009 Malabrigo (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cepa-21-2009-malabrigo-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2009,Cepa 21 13,Red,Italy,"This exquisite wine offers classic Sangiovese aromas of violet, wild cherry and tobacco leaf. The palate delivers bright red cherry, mint and cinnamon notes along with vibrant acidity and bracing but supple tannins. It's extremely elegant and should develop complexity over the next few years.",,28,93,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Ama 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-ama-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Castello di Ama 14,Red,Italy,"This shows floral and underbrush aromas of violet, forest floor and woodland berries. The palate offers ripe black cherry, red currant, Asian spice and toasted notes. It's structured yet elegant, with firm but fine tannins and nice depth. It's ready now, so enjoy soon.",,36,93,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Villa S. Anna 2009 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-s-anna-2009-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2009,Villa S. Anna 12,White,Spain,"Burnt hay, grapefruit and waxy apple aromas lead to a palate with briny citrus flavors. Pithy grapefruit and orange flavors carry the finish, which is quick and light in weight.",,10,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Monte Clavijo 2012 Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-clavijo-2012-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2012,Monte Clavijo 13,Red,US,"A light sheath of sulfur sits atop the aromas of woodshop, brown spice, dried strawberry and chopped nuts. This supple Merlot sports low to medium amounts of dusty tannins, which frame the flavors of mocha and cherry. The longer the wine sits in the glass, the more the flavors seem to fade.",,23,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Miracle Valley 2010 Merlot (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miracle-valley-2010-merlot-virginia/,Merlot,2010,Miracle Valley 13.5,Red,US,"Dry, tannic and simple, with watery black cherry and herb flavors. It's okay for big parties, and the price isn't bad.",,11,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castle Rock 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Castle Rock 14.2,White,US,"Notes of buttered toast, butterscotch candy and caramel popcorn flavors dominate this wine. Underneath all that is a wine with pineapple, green apple and pear flavors, brightened with crisp acidity.",,20,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Taft Street 2011 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taft-street-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Taft Street 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Aromatically, this is pretty good as dry apple and a pinch of green herbs work the nose. In the mouth, however, this is shear and citric, with zesty, almost sour flavors of tangerine, orange and grapefruit. The finish is similar, with thinly cut acidity causing tartness.",Gran Bach,11,83,Catalonia,Cava,,Codorníu NV Gran Bach Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/codorniu-nv-gran-bach-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Codorníu 11,Sparkling,Italy,This sparkling wine has a delicate fragrance of spring flowers and flavors of white fruit. Simple but well made and refreshing.,075 Carati,15,83,Veneto,Prosecco,,Piera Martellozzo NV 075 Carati (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piera-martellozzo-nv-075-carati-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Piera Martellozzo 13.5,White,US,"This is a thin, tart wine, with simple apricot, citrus, honey and peach flavors that finish sour and dry.",,11,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Castle Rock 2011 Pinot Grigio (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Castle Rock 14.3,Red,US,"This is a light-bodied, simple wine, marked by brisk acidity and sour cherry candy flavors. Drink up.",Estate,39,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Coquelicot 2010 Estate Sangiovese (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquelicot-2010-estate-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sangiovese,2010,Coquelicot 13.5,Red,Argentina,"This overly ripe Malbec is packed with rooty spice, oak and tree bark aromas. The wine feels sticky and soupy, with a resiny texture and salty, oaky flavors of syrupy berries and mint. A sugary, cloying finish is short on freshness.",Padrillos,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Siesta Wines 2011 Padrillos Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siesta-wines-2011-padrillos-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Siesta Wines 13,White,US,"A scent of burnt sugar hits the nose first, followed by blasts of papaya and kiwi. The palate tastes off-dry, and it offers a caramelized flavor. The wine clings to the palate on the finish, which gives it some length.",Meadow Breeze Sweet,15,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Stanburn 2011 Meadow Breeze Sweet White (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stanburn-2011-meadow-breeze-sweet-white-virginia/,White Blend,2011,Stanburn 13,White,Argentina,"The nose is neutral except for dusty aromas and a hint of applesauce. This feels bold, thick and a bit clumsy, with pithy citrus, nectarine and apricot flavors. These notes continue through the wine's finish. Drink now.",,9,83,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Acordeón 2012 Chardonnay (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acordeon-2012-chardonnay-tupungato/,Chardonnay,2012,Acordeón 13.3,White,US,"Made without oak, this Riesling is slightly sweet with sugary orange and peach flavors. It lacks the acidity to balance the sweetness, which makes the finish cloying.",,15,83,California,California Other,California,Bread & Butter 2012 Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bread-butter-2012-riesling-other/,Riesling,2012,Bread & Butter 13.5,Red,US,"A blend of 85% Merlot, 10% Syrah, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, this has an oxidative aroma that overrides the scents of cassis, blackberry, spiced mocha and vanilla. The medium-bodied palate feels soft and malleable, and it comes with a raisin-like edge. Finishes a bit short.",V. by Vivác Single Vineyard,18,83,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Vivác Winery 2007 V. by Vivác Single Vineyard Merlot (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivac-winery-2007-v-by-single-vineyard-merlot-new-mexico/,Merlot,2007,Vivác Winery 13.8,Red,US,"There's a hard, metallic flavor and feeling. Under that are good black cherry and cola flavors, touched with sweet, smoky oak. It's okay with basic burgers and barbecue.",,30,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2010 Cabernet Franc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2010-cabernet-franc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Brander 13.9,Red,US,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot is as sweet as a candy. It has licorice, cherry, sweet cola and persimmon flavors.",Brunette,20,83,California,California Other,California,Back Seat 2010 Brunette Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/back-seat-2010-brunette-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Back Seat 11.5,Sparkling,Argentina,"The nose is yeasty with aromas of apple and hay stalks. This feels lively and citrusy, although the structure and bubble bead are weak. Flavors of briny apple and nectarine finish with a pickled flavor and juicy acidity.",Brut Methode Traditionnelle,20,83,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Domaine Jean Bousquet NV Brut Methode Traditionnelle (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-nv-brut-methode-traditionnelle-sparkling-tupungato/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Dusty, earthy and herbal defines the nose on this minty Cab. There are also whiffs of animal and pickle on the bouquet. This feels raw and tight, with crisp acids and peppery, lightly herbal flavors of plum and berry. A minty, dry finish is slightly harsh.",Reserva,13,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tamarí 2011 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamari-2011-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Tamarí 13.5,Red,Spain,"Grassy aromas of green tobacco and alfalfa come in front of a lightly abrasive palate. Herbal red-berry flavors are suggestive of minty cranberry, cherry and raspberry. This turns more fruity and less green on the finish.",Finca del Castillo Joven,9,83,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Vinícola de Castilla 2011 Finca del Castillo Joven Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinicola-castilla-2011-finca-castillo-joven-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2011,Vinícola de Castilla 13.5,Red,France,"A surprisingly supple Cornas, the 2009 “Valley of the Eagle” delivers rich plum and smoke notes. It's an already approachable, mouthfilling, superripe Syrah that should express its origins more clearly in about 10 years.",Vallon de L'Aigle,120,92,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2009 Vallon de L'Aigle (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2009-vallon-laigle-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2009,Jean-Luc Colombo 13.5,White,US,"It's hard to define minerality in a wine, but this Chardonnay has it. It tastes and feels like a lick of chalky stone. That's on top of and below the intricate pineapple, orange and Meyer lemon fruit that's so delicious, and finishes so dry and spicy.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,30,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Stephen Ross 2011 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2011-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Stephen Ross 12,Dessert,France,"his is a fine wine, with balanced noble rot and yellow fruits, layered with honey and a intense acidity in the background. Some wood aging has rounded the texture while not dominating the flavors. Age for 4–6 years.",Château de la Mulonnière A la Faveur de l'Automne,,92,Loire Valley,Coteaux du Layon Beaulieu,,Saget la Perrière 2010 Château de la Mulonnière A la Faveur de l'Automne Chenin Blanc (Coteaux du Layon Beaulieu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saget-perriere-2010-chateau-mulonniere-a-faveur-lautomne-chenin-blanc-coteaux-layon-beaulieu/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Saget la Perrière 13.5,White,France,"From grapes that were just touched by noble rot, this dry wine is a beautiful, golden wine in color and flavor. It feels full, with mature yellow fruits, the merest hint of honey, but always rich rather than showing any sweetness. A very fine, unusual wine.",Château de la Mulonnière l'Effet Papillon,,92,Loire Valley,Savennières,,Saget la Perrière 2010 Château de la Mulonnière l'Effet Papillon (Savennières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saget-perriere-2010-chateau-mulonniere-leffet-papillon-chenin-blanc-savennieres/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Saget la Perrière 14.5,Red,US,"This Pinot's immediate lusciousness belies its complexity. Your first impression is of ripe raspberries and cherries that taste like they were baked into a pie. Then layers of minerals, mushrooms, cola and earthier fruits like persimmons and rhubarbs appear, all made brisk by amazing acidity and finishing bone dry. Lovely now and over the next six years, after an hour or two in the decanter.",Rosella's Vineyard,59,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2010 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2010-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2010,Testarossa 15.6,Red,US,"Very rich and complex, in the manner of Sanguis, with intricate layers of berries, mocha, leather and new oak, highlighted with a burst of citrusy acids. The tannins are pure and fine, the mouthfeel is smoothly tannic, and the finish is long and spicy. Made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Grenache and Viognier, it's one of the most unique wines in California.",Couture,70,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanguis 2010 Couture Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2010-couture-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Red Blend,2010,Sanguis 13,White,France,"Very ripe and concentrated, this wine offers fruit-forward peach and pear flavors. There is also a hint of mango, and a sense of toastiness and smooth texture, although the acidity is never far away. Give the wine another year to mature.",Maxime Vieilles Vignes sur Silex,43,92,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Vincent Delaporte 2011 Maxime Vieilles Vignes sur Silex (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-delaporte-2011-maxime-vieilles-vignes-sur-silex-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Domaine Vincent Delaporte 13,White,France,"To harvest this wine, successive passes are made through the vines to get the ripest grapes. The result is a rounded, very rich wine, whose ripe fruits are right up front. There is some caramel and bitter almond, with a smooth final texture. It has weight and a good future over 3–5 years. Screwcap.",,,92,Loire Valley,Savennières,,Domaine des Baumard 2009 Savennières,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2009-chenin-blanc-savennieres/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Domaine des Baumard 13,White,France,"A gold colored wine, it is honeyed, almost as if touched by botrytis. It's full and rich with a syrupy texture, very smooth, the spice is completely sublimated by the mature character and some fragrant final acidity. It's ready to drink.",Sonnenglanz Grand Cru,45,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Bott-Geyl 2007 Sonnenglanz Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bott-geyl-2007-sonnenglanz-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Domaine Bott-Geyl 14.5,Red,France,"Nadal is approximately 50% Grenache, 40% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre. Like the 2009 Persia, it's a dark, intensely concentrated wine that's tight and ungiving but opens up to reveal notes of asphalt, earth, plum and espresso. It's full bodied and richly tannic, with a long, velvety finish. Drink now–2025.",Nadal,26,92,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Domaine de Fondrèche 2009 Nadal Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fondreche-2009-nadal-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de Fondrèche 14.5,Red,US,"Defines the Pride Cabernet style of big, rich, ripely extracted fruit, significant oak and dense mountain tannins. Harder to describe is just how dramatic the wine feels in the mouth. Offers black currant, cassis liqueur and dark chocolate flavors subtlely tinged with herbs and tannins. May not have the stuffing for the very long haul, but great over the next six years.",,68,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Pride Mountain 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Pride Mountain 14.8,White,US,"Richly opulent, this is creamy and nicely tart, with an oaky edge to the nectarine, orange, mango and honeysuckle flavors. The wine remains elegant despite all of its power.",,38,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2011 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Pride Mountain 14,Red,Portugal,"The vines of Casal Branco are planted in what was once the falcon hunting grounds of the Portuguese kings—hence the name of this wine. It's a big, bold wine with flavors of mint and black fruit. It shows its wood aging in the smooth texture and touch of spice that give it a harmonious, rich aftertaste.",Falcoaria Classico,15,92,Tejo,,,Quinta do Casal Branco 2011 Falcoaria Classico Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-casal-branco-2011-falcoaria-classico-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2011,Quinta do Casal Branco 13,White,France,"There is a touch of gold to the color of this fine, full-bodied wine that shows a light touch of sweetness. Rich lemon and honey flavors are cut with grapefruit acidity to give a taut, wonderfully crisp wine. Age for another 3–4 years.",Pfersigberg Grand Cru,48,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Emile Beyer 2010 Pfersigberg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emile-beyer-2010-pfersigberg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2010,Emile Beyer 14,Red,Portugal,"This dry, spicy, solidly tannic wine is still young. Its fruit, still hidden behind the structure, promises ripe plums and berries. For now, it's impressively powerful, with layer upon layer of chocolate and coffee marked with bright acidity on the finish. Drink from 2016.",Premium,15,92,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2011 Premium Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2011-premium-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-cabernet-sauvignon-tejo/,Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Fiuza 13.5,Red,US,"This is an excellent vintage for this cuvée, showing great concentration of fruit. It's a generous mix of strawberry, raspberry and cherry flavors, with the depth of preserves, but not the jammy character. Perfectly buoyed with zippy acidity, and finished with a lightly toasty edge, this is a lovely bottle.",,48,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,William Hatcher 2010 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hatcher-2010-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,William Hatcher 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a beautiful wine from a great vintage. It has a rich fragrance of underbrush, mushroom and truffle, with ripe black-cherry, mint and rosemary accents. It's still young with exuberant but supple tannins and racy acidity. Drink 2016–2025.",,25,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Cafaggio 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-cafaggio-2010-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Villa Cafaggio 13.5,Red,Italy,"Aria is a stunning Chianti Classico, boasting earthy, underbrush aromas with hints of subdued oak. The palate delivers fabulous, juicy plum and black-cherry layered with well integrated vanilla and espresso. It's still tight and tannic so give this a few more years.",Aria,28,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Casa al Vento 2011 Aria (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-al-vento-2011-aria-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2011,Casa al Vento 13.5,Red,Italy,"This vibrant Chianti Classico has ripe strawberry and raspberry aromas with hints of violet. The palate shows delicious red cherry layered with white pepper and a hint of chocolate, all in a fresh and supple style.",,24,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Verrazzano 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-verrazzano-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Castello di Verrazzano 15.3,Red,US,"A lovely wine, soft and supple, with a superb tannin structure framing the most interesting and delicious flavors. Blackberries, blueberries, red and black currants, anise and cedar notes all come together in balanced harmony, leading to a long, dry finish. Not an ager, but an elegant Napa Valley wine to drink now and over the next few years.",Family Reserve Generations Estate,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2010 Family Reserve Generations Estate Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2010-family-reserve-generations-estate-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Charles Krug 12.5,White,France,"This is full, rich, rounded Riesling, showing the beginnings of a more mature character. It is deliciously perfumed, concentrated with pepper as well as fragrant white fruits and a floral, crisp aftertaste. Age for another 2–3 years.",Hengst Grand Cru,,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Ehrhart 2010 Hengst Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ehrhart-2010-hengst-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2010,Domaine Ehrhart 14.4,Red,US,"Offers tremendous pleasure now and over the next six years, in a wine that feels elegant and sophisticated. The tannin-acid balance is perfect, giving it a taut firmness, while the raspberry, cherry, plum and cassis flavors are elaborately rich, yet dry in the finish. The vineyard is in the Santa Rosa Plain, a cool area producing Pinots of elegance.",Toboni Vineyard,55,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2011 Toboni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2011-toboni-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Gary Farrell 15.6,Red,Argentina,"This driving blend of Malbec with Syrah and Cabernet hails from Argentina's most northern vineyards.Bruising black plum and cassis aromas have mossy, floral sidenotes. It's grapy but not monotone, so you get boysenberry then spice flavors, especially clove. This is toasty on the finish, which has drying tannins.",Pasacana,66,92,Other,Jujuy,,Fernando Dupont 2010 Pasacana Red (Jujuy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fernando-dupont-2010-pasacana-red-jujuy/,Red Blend,2010,Fernando Dupont 14.1,Red,US,"Merry Edwards has had a long relationship with this Westside Road vineyard, which has given her some very great wines. This 2010 continues her offering of delicious Pinots of early appeal, but whose structural integrity guarantees ageability. The wine is lush in raspberries, cherries and currants, yet is elegant and crisp in acidity. You can drink it now, but it will gain in the bottle after 2018.",Flax Vineyard,54,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2010 Flax Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2010-flax-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Merry Edwards 14,White,France,"A beautiful wine, fully mature and wonderfully ripe. It has all the elements of mature Pinot Gris: great swathes of spice, almonds, a good slash of acidity and honeyed sweetness. It's not going to improve but could stay at this level for three to five years.",Sonnenglanz Grand Cru,40,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Bott-Geyl 2008 Sonnenglanz Grand Cru Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bott-geyl-2008-sonnenglanz-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2008,Domaine Bott-Geyl 13.5,White,US,"You'll have to go far and wide to find a bigger, richer California Chardonnay. It's enormous, offering an explosion of tropical fruit, citrus and apricot, brightened by crisp acidity. Despite the power, the wine maintains elegance and balance. This is one of the few Chards that will take bottle age, gradually losing fruit. Drink now–2018.",Bien Nacido Reserve Block Eleven,30,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Qupé 2010 Bien Nacido Reserve Block Eleven Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2010-bien-nacido-reserve-block-eleven-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Qupé ,Red,Italy,"Damo has earthy fragrances of tobacco leaf, underbrush and truffle, along with notes of raspberry and spice. The palate shows ripe black cherry, vanilla and sweet spice flavors, as well as a hint of licorice. This has nice depth and balance, but will be more complex after 2017.",Damo,65,93,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Montemercurio 2007 Damo (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montemercurio-2007-damo-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2007,Montemercurio 12,Dessert,France,"Now in golden maturity, this is a smooth, unctuous and ripe wine. Honey is the dominant character, a perfumed wild flower honey that is layered with intense acidity that lifts the wine in a beautiful way. A sweet wine yes, but one that is so balanced.",Cuvée le Paon,,93,Loire Valley,Coteaux du Layon,,Domaine des Baumard 2003 Cuvée le Paon Chenin Blanc (Coteaux du Layon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2003-cuvee-le-paon-chenin-blanc-coteaux-layon/,Chenin Blanc,2003,Domaine des Baumard 13.5,Red,US,"This bottling is the winery's most expensive wine, and usually its best. Production of the '08 was unusually low, resulting in amazing concentration. It's basically a detonation of cherries, raspberries, currants, cola and mocha. New oak is present, in the form of delicate toast and wood spice, but is balanced. So silky and delicious now, you can drink it, but the tannic balance suggests the cellar. Will evolve over the next 12 years, maybe longer.",Bien Nacido Vineyard X Block The Good Nacido,100,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Qupé 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard X Block The Good Nacido Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-x-block-good-nacido-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2008,Qupé 14.6,Red,US,"Another successful 2011 from this winery, in fact the best of their six new Pinots. Shows the brilliant acidity and light, delicate texture of the coast, with the concentrated fruit, cola and spice flavors this esteemed vineyard is noted for. Highly complex and dry, it's delicious to drink now, and should age well for a good six years.",Gap's Crown Vineyard,54,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sojourn 2011 Gap's Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sojourn-2011-gaps-crown-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Sojourn 14.5,Red,US,"This is an awesome wine that's rich and dramatically layered, with smooth Oakville tannins and a fine jacket of acidity. It's upfront and concentrated, calling attention to its layers of blackberry, cassis, mocha, anise and sweet oak. Beautiful now, but it will continue to develop additional complexities over the next 10 years. Spoto has dramatically upped its game with this release.",Private Reserve,115,94,California,Napa,Oakville,Spoto 2010 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spoto-2010-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Spoto 14.9,Red,US,"This gigantic Cabernet is one of Pride's biggest ever. Blackberries, cherries and chocolate nibs explode in the mouth, but it's no mere fruit bomb. The tannins and acids lend it integrity, and the finish is miraculously dry. A superb job, and as good as it is now, should develop over the next 12–15 years, depending on how old you like your Cabs.",Reserve,130,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Pride Mountain 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Pride Mountain 14.3,White,US,"This blend of Roussanne, Chardonnay and Viognier is a wine of tremendous interest and complexity. While it's quite dry, it shows powerful flavors, but is not a bomb, with the voluptuous, flowery fruitiness retreating into firmer minerals in the finish. Sweet oak is present in the most exacting balance. An exciting experiment in control and verve from this distinguished winery.",Incandescent Proprietary,50,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanguis 2011 Incandescent Proprietary White (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2011-incandescent-proprietary-white-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,White Blend,2011,Sanguis 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Made from selected barrels, this reserve wine is serious, dark and dense. It's strongly influenced by the richness of the blackberry and dark plum fruit flavors that roll through the firm structure giving waves of richness. Keep this impressive wine and drink from 2018.",La Rosa Reserva,50,94,Douro,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2010 La Rosa Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-2010-la-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Quinta de la Rosa 14,Red,Italy,"This hallmark Chianti Classico boasts a heady perfume of violet, underbrush, peach blossom and clove. The palate delivers bright red fruit, pepper and cinnamon with crushed cherry in the forefront. It's nicely balanced and should develop complexity over the next few years but is already delicious.",,23,93,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,San Giusto a Rentennano 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-giusto-a-rentennano-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,San Giusto a Rentennano 12.5,White,France,"An opulent feeling Riesling, full of peach and pineapple flavors. It's ripe, full in the mouth and textured, its richness masking the dryness of the fruit and the acidity. It could age a few more years—give it 2–4.",Schlossberg Grand Cru,24,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Joseph Fritsch 2010 Schlossberg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-fritsch-2010-schlossberg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2010,Joseph Fritsch 14,Red,Portugal,"This is a strong, firm wine with an initially earthy aroma that fills out with the scent of dark black fruits. The structure of the wine is taut, dark and brooding, offering serious potential for aging. Its bold acidity and young tannins further suggest aging, so drink between 2016–2024. Langdon Shiverick, Comète Wines.",,28,93,Lisboa,,,Quinta do Pinto 2010 Touriga Nacional (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-pinto-2010-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-lisboa/,Touriga Nacional,2010,Quinta do Pinto 13.5,Red,Italy,"Floral and black fruit aromas are punctuated by spicy notes on the nose of this wine. The delicious palate delivers juicy black-cherry, white pepper, mint and sage along with big but ripe tannins and edgy acidity. Give it a few more years to fully develop. Drink 2015–2020.",,25,93,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Istine 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/istine-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Istine 14.5,Red,France,"Sure, it starts out a bit toasty and cedary, but that wood will surely integrate with the potent plummy, meaty fruit given a few years' time. It's full bodied and a bit coarsely textured for the moment, but finishes long and will clearly benefit from cellaring. Drink 2018–2025.",Domaine de Saint Pierre,130,93,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2009 Domaine de Saint Pierre (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2009-domaine-saint-pierre-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2009,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 14.5,Red,Spain,"Typical of the best 2009 Riojas, this is aromatic with scents of berry fruits, graphite and spice all mixed to the right proportions. A well-structured palate features firm but flexible tannins and fresh flavors of plum, berry, spice and mocha. On the finish, darkness takes over in the form of espresso, peppercorn and bitter chocolate flavors. This can be drunk now but will benefit from another 5–10 years of aging.",Norte,95,93,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Pujanza 2009 Norte (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pujanza-2009-norte-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2009,Pujanza 14,Red,Portugal,"Made by the winemaking team of Quinta de la Rosa, this powerful and bold wine comes from vineyards up river in Douro Superior. It is full of dark, dense black fruits and concentrated tannins with brisk acidity on the finish. Drink from 2018.",Passagem Reserva,,93,Douro,,,Quinta das Bandeiras 2010 Passagem Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-das-bandeiras-2010-passagem-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Quinta das Bandeiras 14.5,Red,France,"The name is an oblique reference to Shiraz, which forms the basis of this cuvée. It's inky in hue and rather reticent on the nose at first. But swirl it vigorously and be rewarded with layers of cassis, blackberry and black pepper. Full bodied, rich and tannic, its blueberry and cassis fruit lingers on the long, mouthwatering finish. Drink 2015–2025.",Persia,30,93,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Domaine de Fondrèche 2009 Persia Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fondreche-2009-persia-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de Fondrèche 17,Port/Sherry,Spain,"This gorgeous dessert wine shows a coffee-colored tint that's backed by lush, deep aromas of fig, caramel, toffee and prune. The palate shows weight but a refined mouthfeel that's not sticky or heavy. Flavors of coffee, mocha, chocolate, caramel, peanut brittle and prune finish warm and long. Only 43 cases made.",Don PX Reserva Especial,258,93,Andalucia,Montilla-Moriles,,"Bodegas Toro Albala, SL 1947 Don PX Reserva Especial Pedro Ximénez (Montilla-Moriles)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-toro-albala-sl-1947-don-px-reserva-especial-sherry-pedro-ximenez-montilla-moriles/,Pedro Ximénez,1947,"Bodegas Toro Albala, SL" 14,Red,Spain,"Nothing but excellence emanates from the nose of this cool, crisp, focused Tempranillo. The mouthfeel is currently young and tannic, but the wine's structure is just right and its future is bright. Flavors of licorice, spice and blackberry lead to a lively finish with flavors of mocha, chocolate and fine herbs. Best from 2014–2024.",Selección Privada,60,93,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Dominio de Berzal 2009 Selección Privada (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-berzal-2009-seleccion-privada-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Dominio de Berzal 14.5,Red,Spain,"Dense leather, cola and wild berry aromas comprise the bouquet on this massive, layered, suprememly rich Tempranillo. Core blackberry, cassis and blueberry flavors are incredibly ripe, while chocolate and prune flavors carry the finish. This is a thick, dense wine squarely made in the modern style. Drink through 2020.",Pago Negralada,110,93,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Abadia Retuerta 2009 Pago Negralada Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-2009-pago-negralada-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2009,Abadia Retuerta 12.5,White,France,"Wood-aged wine, showing both spice and ripe tropical fruits. Mango and pineapple combine with vanilla and coconut milk to give a full, rich wine, though with Sauvignon Blanc's fresh acidity. Age for 2–3 years.",Le Grande Cuvée des Edvins,45,93,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Joseph Mellot 2009 Le Grande Cuvée des Edvins (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-mellot-2009-le-grande-cuvee-edvins-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Joseph Mellot 14,Red,Portugal,"New wood aromas give this very fine wine a firm start in life. It also shows rich blackberry fruits, dark plums and a solid, tannic character. Dense and concentrated with a smooth surface hiding a much firmer core. A serious wine needing aging.",Simbolo,40,93,Douro,,,Poças 2010 Simbolo Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-2010-simbolo-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Poças 14.2,Red,US,"A gorgeous Pinot Noir that shows winemaker Erich Bradley's increasing grasp, as well as the winery's access to top vineyards. The wine is dry, silky and delicate in the mouth, yet packed with raspberry and cherry pie flavors. There's a mushroomy earthiness that lends fascination, while new oak and partial whole cluster fermentation add spicy, tannic interest. Drink now–2019.",Rodgers Creek Vineyard,48,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sojourn 2011 Rodgers Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sojourn-2011-rodgers-creek-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Sojourn 19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is a smooth, toffee and caramel-flavored wine. It has a comfortable maturity, with acidity coming from hints of fruitiness, and sweet sultanas acting as a foil. Like any aged tawny, this magnificent wine is ready to drink.",Porto Tawny 40 Years Old,,93,Port,,,Senhora do Convento NV Porto Tawny 40 Years Old (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senhora-convento-nv-porto-tawny-40-years-old-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Senhora do Convento 13.4,Red,US,"This compelling Monument Tree Pinot offers a sauvage earthiness, layers of red cherry and blueberry fruit and a depth of character packaged deftly around its silky smooth texture. This is a knockout wine, a testament to the power of great farming and winemaking in a cool year.",Monument Tree,44,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Couloir 2011 Monument Tree Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couloir-2011-monument-tree-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Couloir 14.4,White,US,"This brilliant Chardonnay has the ripe citrus and tropical fruit you want, but is also refined in winemaker technique, particularly a leesy note that marries well with the pineapples in sweet clotted cream. The oak is perfect and the acidity lovely in this wonderfully drinkable wine.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,39,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 2010 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2010-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Testarossa 14,Red,Italy,"As its name suggests, Tradizionale is classically crafted. Aged in large French casks, this has alluring fragrances of violet, plum and black pepper, while the palate delivers black cherry and tobacco flavors layered with carob notes. It's nicely balanced, with soft tannins and fresh acidity.",Tradizionale,48,93,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Lunadoro 2010 Tradizionale (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lunadoro-2010-tradizionale-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2010,Lunadoro 14,Red,France,"Firmly in the style of the vintage, this is dense, full-bodied Cornas, with plenty of fruit. Intense plum, coffee and black olive notes dominate, while the tannins are ripe and plush. Believe it or not, this is actually drinkable now, yet should age easily through at least 2025.",Les Ruchets,84,93,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2009 Les Ruchets (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2009-ruchets-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2009,Jean-Luc Colombo 14.3,White,US,"Testarossa's Chardonnays are always rich, but this one hits it out of the park. Few Chards have ever exhibited this powerful a spectrum of tropical fruits, nectarines, peaches, pears and green apples. Fortunately, this dazzling richness is perfectly balanced by crisp acidity.",Lone Oak Vineyard,39,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2010 Lone Oak Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2010-lone-oak-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2010,Testarossa 14.8,Red,US,"Napa Cabernets of this explosive power have the challenge of maintaining balance under the assault of all that fruit. This wine, fortunately, succeeds. It does offer an explosion of blackberries, currants, cassis and mocha, but is grounded by a savory olive notes and minerality. Meanwhile, the tannin-acid balance is near perfect. It will be hard to keep your hands off it until 2020, but try.",,80,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Guarachi Family 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guarachi-family-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Guarachi Family 14.5,Red,US,"A rich, complex, ageable Pinot from this increasingly well-regarded vineyard. It's a big, dark wine, explosive in raspberries, cherries and mocha, but retains a delicacy courtesy of its tannins and acids and some mysterious elegance from the soil. This is easily Guarachi's best Pinot ever, although it's also their most expensive. You get what you pay for. Drink now–2019.",Gap's Crown Vineyard,75,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Guarachi Family 2011 Gap's Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guarachi-family-2011-gaps-crown-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Guarachi Family 14.5,Red,US,"You can almost taste the stones in this gentle, complex, delicate wine. Beyond the minerality are layers of raspberry tart, cherry cola, orange zest, white pepper and sandalwood. This lovely wine is beautiful now after decanting, and will age effortlessly for at least 10 years.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Old Vine,55,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tantara 2011 Bien Nacido Vineyard Old Vine Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2011-bien-nacido-vineyard-old-vine-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Tantara 14.4,Red,US,"An amazing wine, so light and delicate in the mouth, it has the weight of a cloud. Yet this is a powerful wine. Shows concentrated red currant, cola, pomegranate and sandalwood flavors, brightened by bold acidity. This beauty will improve over the next eight years, but it's lovely to drink now.",Tondre H Block,65,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Tantara 2011 Tondre H Block Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2011-tondre-h-block-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Tantara 14,Red,Italy,"This savory wine has earthy and fruity fragrances of underbrush, spice and plum. The palate delivers a lush dark cherry flavor, accented by white pepper, cinnamon and licorice spice. With its fresh acidity and firm but elegant tannins, this has complexity and modest aging potential.",,32,94,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Dei 2010 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dei-2010-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,Dei 13.5,White,France,"This powerful, concentrated wine hails from the steep granite slopes of the Sommerberg. It is packed with both acidity and structured white fruits and citrus. The wine is textured with great depth of flavor, the acidity streaking right through the wine. It needs aging over at least 5–6 years.",Sommerberg Grand Cru,50,94,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Schoffit 2010 Sommerberg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-schoffit-2010-sommerberg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2010,Domaine Schoffit 12.5,Dessert,France,"Still young, this bright and fruity wine shows lively fruits as well as more intense sweetness. The structure is important here, showing a dry edge of botrytis, lychee and mangos. It has extreme freshness, needing several years to reveal its full, magnificent potential. Give it 5–6 years. Screwcap.",,,94,Loire Valley,Quarts de Chaume,,Domaine des Baumard 2010 Quarts de Chaume,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2010-chenin-blanc-quarts-chaume/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Domaine des Baumard 14,White,France,"Now approaching its maturity, this is such a smooth, almond and quince flavored wine. It is full in the mouth, very ripe and opulent in style. A gorgeous wine, a wine for sipping and appreciating. Screwcap.",Clos du Papillon,,94,Loire Valley,Savennières,,Domaine des Baumard 2008 Clos du Papillon (Savennières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2008-clos-papillon-chenin-blanc-savennieres/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Domaine des Baumard 14,Red,Italy,"This is a classically crafted wine made by one of Montepulciano's most historic estates. It has an alluring bouquet of violet, rose petal, cassis and nutmeg. The palate delivers an intense wild-cherry flavor layered with white pepper and cinnamon, all impeccably balanced by firm tannins and vibrant acidity. Caffo Beverages Inc, Kiwi Distributing.",,29,94,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Contucci 2009 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contucci-2009-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2009,Contucci 13.5,Red,Portugal,"The Reserva takes the produce of the great terroir of Romaneira to another level. It's a wine of power, flavor intensity and a finely integrated structure. Rich black fruits combine with a dry core, acidity and the promise of long-term aging. Drink from 2017.",Reserva,63,94,Douro,,,Quinta da Romaneira 2009 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-romaneira-2009-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta da Romaneira 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a beautiful Chianti Classico from Panzano's Conca d'Oro, or Golden Basin, one of the best areas in the denomination. It has compelling aromas of pipe tobacco, crushed cherry, smoke and leather. The palate delivers juicy black-cherry, plum, clove, carob and mineral flavors. This wine has a beautiful structure, elegance and mesmerizing depth.",Riserva,30,94,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Cafaggio 2009 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-cafaggio-2009-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Villa Cafaggio 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Fermented in open stone lagars, this fine wine has a very rich character. It has a concentrated feel, smoothly ripe and very dense. Black plum fruit and skins are combined with intense wood and acidity to give a solidly based wine that needs at least 5–7 years.",Pintas,100,94,Douro,,,Wine & Soul 2010 Pintas Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-soul-2010-pintas-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Wine & Soul 15.5,Red,US,"The “X” designation refers to the number of clones in this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. You have to search for the richness—buried so deeply now—but it's there, like a pirate treasure of blackberries, black currants and cassis liqueur. Hard, thick and resistant now, it's framed by astringent tannins and a dryness that's almost arid. Charles Krug clearly built this wine to age, and there's no reason it shouldn't. Your window begins in 2018 and should last a very long time.",Limited Release X Clones Estate,100,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2010 Limited Release X Clones Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2010-limited-release-x-clones-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Charles Krug 13.9,Red,US,"Shows the power and finesse of this great vineyard. The cherry, persimmon, cola and baking spice flavors have the exotically feral notes of chamomile, game and mushrooms so typical of this vineyard and the Fort Ross area. So beautiful and deft now, it's hard not to pop the cork, but this Pinot will age well for at least 10 years.",Hirsch Vineyard,59,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,32 Winds 2010 Hirsch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/32-winds-2010-hirsch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,32 Winds 12.3,Red,US,"This Chambourcin has medium-intense aromas of chocolate-covered cherries, dill and caramel popcorn. The medium-bodied palate feels limp due to soft tannins and languid acids.",Collector's Series,25,82,Missouri,Missouri,,Les Bourgeois 2010 Collector's Series Chambourcin (Missouri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bourgeois-2010-collectors-series-other-red-chambourcin-missouri/,Chambourcin,2010,Les Bourgeois 15.9,Red,US,"Fruit-forward and simple, with the sugared taste of black cherry jam. Very high alcohol shows up in the form of jalapeño pepper heat.",Estate,25,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2009 Estate Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2009-estate-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2009,Midnight 12.7,White,Argentina,"A gold color indicates maturation, while loud, tropical fruit aromas fold in lychee, citrus blossom and sweat. The palate is electric due to citric acidity, while flavors of orange, tangerine, lemon-lime and grapefruit finish with a chalky feel.",,9,82,Other,Cafayate,,Acordeón 2011 Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acordeon-2011-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2011,Acordeón 12.5,Dessert,France,"The Quarts de Chaume are four ridges that jut out into the Layon valley, subject to botrytis because of the mists that come from the valley floor. This fine example is smooth, opulent and unctuous in character, a richly sweet wine. It is full of noble rot while also exhibiting the all-important acidity. Honey, ripe peaches, pineapple are still prominent. Give it 5–7 years. Screwcap.",,,94,Loire Valley,Quarts de Chaume,,Domaine des Baumard 2009 Quarts de Chaume,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2009-chenin-blanc-quarts-chaume/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Domaine des Baumard 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This is a potent brew with complexities galore, but there's also a simplicity about it that's appealing. Its raw size is bracing, but the structure and fabric of this Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon scream balance. Aromas of lead pencil, sawdust, coconut and brandied cherries introduce briary dark-berry flavors. A long, minty, power-packed finish says lay this down for a few years; drink from 2014–2020.",Magdalena Toso Limited 20 Barrels,102,94,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2010 Magdalena Toso Limited 20 Barrels Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2010-magdalena-limited-20-barrels-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Pascual Toso 15,Red,US,"Amazingly rich and voluptuous, this shows none of the rustic edges that can sometimes plague Malbec. It's concentrated in blackberry jam and black currant flavors, with a jacket of smoky oak. The alcohol is high, but not overbearing. This really asserts itself with the customary power and authority of a great Mount Veeder red. Wonderful now, but should continue to develop for at least 10–15 years.",,75,94,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Mt. Brave 2009 Malbec (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-brave-2009-malbec-napa-mount-veeder/,Malbec,2009,Mt. Brave 14,Red,France,"A terrific effort, this is a full-bodied, almost Port-like expression of Cornas. Asphalt, espresso and tapenade notes make for an intriguing bouquet, then pick up plum and earth on the palate. The finish is long, velvety and packed with drying tannins, so give it until at least 2018, then drink through 2025 or so.",Les Barcillants,88,92,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Les Vins de Vienne 2010 Les Barcillants (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-vienne-2010-barcillants-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2010,Les Vins de Vienne 14,White,New Zealand,"Struck flint and slightly smoky aromas give way to flavors of honeyed peaches and toasted nuts—not full on, like a Chardonnay might be, but restrained yet lush at the same time. In only a few years, this has quickly become one of New Zealand's best Pinot Gris.",,25,92,Marlborough,,,Greywacke 2011 Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greywacke-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2011,Greywacke 11.3,White,US,"Rich, medium dry, and loaded with lemon, orange and citrus scents and flavors, this is a marvelous wine graced with a lush, textural, mineral-drenched mouthfeel. Despite the low alcohol there is just the gentlest touch of sweetness from 8 g/L residual sugar.",Revana Vineyard,28,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Alexana 2012 Revana Vineyard Riesling (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexana-2012-revana-vineyard-riesling-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Riesling,2012,Alexana 14,Red,Italy,"Made from organically grown grapes, this wine boasts a refined bouquet of violet, iris and baking spices. The palate delivers a core of dark cherry and raspberry flavors with white pepper and a hint of herbs. It's elegant, with a bright, silky palate and nice length.",,29,92,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Il Conventino 2010 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-conventino-2010-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,Il Conventino 14,Red,Spain,"This dark, exotic blend of Carignan, Grenache and Syrah is impressive given that 2008 wasn't a good year in Spain. This shows integrated oak, graphite and inky aromas in front of a full, balanced palate that's home to berry flavors, schisty minerality and mocha accents. A generous finish with plum and berry flavors as well as licorice is the right ending. Drink through 2018.",Santbru Carinyenes Velles,42,92,Catalonia,Montsant,,Portal del Montsant 2008 Santbru Carinyenes Velles Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/portal-montsant-2008-santbru-carinyenes-velles-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2008,Portal del Montsant 12.8,White,US,"This estate-grown, single-vineyard Pinot Blanc is succulent, tart and tangy, with lightly spicy citrus, kiwi and starfruit flavors. The lingering finish, lightly flecked with dried herbs, shows amazing grip and texture, with a mineral ridge across the mid palate. Great elegance and length.",,17,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2011 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2011-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Ponzi 14.8,Red,US,"You'll want to give this vigorous young Cab time in the cellar to come around. It's tannic and closed now, and the blackberry and cherry fruit has a primary fruit jamminess that wants to develop some bottle-aged characteristics. Give it until 2017 to begin to come around.",Stagecoach Vineyard,65,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Krutz 2009 Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krutz-2009-stagecoach-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Krutz 14,Red,Portugal,"A big, powerful, fruity wine, this is laden with dry tannins as well as blackberry flavor. Dark and concentrated, it has a solid, dense feel with fruits layered with intense wood notes. It needs at least five years to soften and round out.",Manoella,22,92,Douro,,,Wine & Soul 2010 Manoella Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-soul-2010-manoella-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Wine & Soul 14.5,Red,Spain,"This is the epitome of a dark, strapping, modern wine from an Old World region. Coffee, mocha and spicy yet smooth black-fruit aromas precede a rich, racy, agile feeling palate, with toasty flavors of berry fruits, licorice, mocha and espresso. Mint and licorice flavors combine with firm tannins and heat on the finish. Hold until 2015, then drink through 2023.",Malleolus de Sanchomartin,150,94,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emilio Moro 2009 Malleolus de Sanchomartin (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-moro-2009-malleolus-sanchomartin-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2009,Emilio Moro 14,Red,Spain,"The last Altos that was this good came in 2004; this vintage is on a par with that superb wine courtesy of deep plum, mocha and marzipan aromas. This is a modern Rioja with impeccable balance despite being huge and tannic. Flavors of cassis, black cherry and dark plum operate off a mocha base, while the finish is toasty and chocolaty, with a note of black coffee. Best from 2015–2024.",Altos Lanzaga,127,94,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Telmo Rodríguez 2009 Altos Lanzaga (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2009-altos-lanzaga-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Telmo Rodríguez 14.3,Red,US,"Tantara's nine new Pinot Noirs are all fabulous, but the Gwendolyn is their best. It is, in a word, gorgeous. Brisk in acidity, balanced in alcohol and oak, it displays a complex array of flavors, ranging from black cherries and cola to pomegranates, rhubarbs, persimmons and sweet currants. For all the power, it feels as delicate as a rose petal. Drink this lush wine now and over the next 10 years.",Gwendolyn,70,95,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Tantara 2010 Gwendolyn Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2010-gwendolyn-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Tantara 14.5,Red,Portugal,"From a great vintage in the Douro, this is a dark, closed, brooding wine. It has the richest texture, full of dark layers of black plums, chocolate, leather and followed by concentrated acidity. These elements are still combining to create a potentially serious, very ageworthy wine. Give it seven years and more.",Pintas Character,40,95,Douro,,,Wine & Soul 2009 Pintas Character Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-soul-2009-pintas-character-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Wine & Soul 13.5,White,US,"Rued Ranch consistently is the winery's top bottling. The 2011, like its predecessors, is modest in alcohol but vast in citrus, tropical fruit, honeysuckle and mineral flavors, and enriched with smoky oak and buttery notes. It has a delicate mouthfeel that makes it a joy to savor.",Dutton Ranch Rued Vineyard,50,95,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2011 Dutton Ranch Rued Vineyard Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2011-ranch-rued-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Dutton-Goldfield 14.2,Red,US,"This vineyard has been source to some of the winery's greatest bottlings. The wine is enormously fruity, with raspberry, cherry and red-plum flavors that flood the palate. But it's no mere fruit bomb, offering the most wonderful tannin-acid structure and a dryness that keeps the wine stimulating through a long, spicy finish. Drinkable now, but also cellar worthy through 2018, at least.",Klopp Ranch,57,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2010 Klopp Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2010-klopp-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Merry Edwards 14.2,Red,US,"This is an amazingly complex wine and a fine expression of the cool vintage. Perhaps the most notable feature is acidity; it's strong, almost tingly, and will certainly help the wine age. The flavors are explosive yet refined, with notes of cherries, cola, pomegranates and plums. Good as it is to drink now, you'll want to cellar it until 2018, and it will provide beauty for many additional years.",Meredith Estate,57,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2010 Meredith Estate Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2010-meredith-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Merry Edwards 14.9,White,US,"Packs a fruity punch, with masses of oranges, pineapples and Meyer lemons. Barrel fermentation and aging adds flavors of buttered toast, honey and butterscotch. Despite brisk acidity, lush and soft in style.",,22,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Simeon 2011 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2011,San Simeon 13.9,White,US,"Brander's Au Naturel is the winery's highest expression of unoaked Sauvignon Blanc, and the 2011 is one of their greatest ever. Dry and crisp with acidity, it's fabulously complex with flavors of citrus and tropical fruit, green apple, gooseberry, minerals, spices and dried herbs.",Au Natural,32,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2011 Au Natural Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2011-au-natural-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Brander 14.5,Red,Italy,"This delicious Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon blend offers an alluring fragrance of blackberry, red currant and thyme punctuated by tarry, leather aromas. The palate shows ample plum flavor layered with chocolate and cinnamon accents, as well as round, polished tannins.",Alleanza,35,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Gabbiano 2010 Alleanza Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-gabbiano-2010-alleanza-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Castello di Gabbiano 13.5,Red,Spain,"Initially this Rioja seems topped by gritty aromas of tire rubber and burnt leaves, but with airing it gets more earthy and presentable. Tight tannins and a firm structure are the greeting on the palate, while flavors of stewed berries, herbs and oak take things to a warm, lightly baked finish with balance and length. The more this wine breathes, the better it shows. Drink through 2020.",200 Monges Reserva,70,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Vínícola Real 2006 200 Monges Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-vinicola-real-2006-200-monges-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2006,Bodegas Vínícola Real 12,White,France,"Still young, this is a rounded full-bodied and intense wine. It has a very perfumed character, ripe pear and apricot flavors cut with a more steely, tight acidity. A fine Grand Cru wine like this needs several years' aging.",Domaine Saint-Rémy Hengst Grand Cru,30,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Ehrhart 2011 Domaine Saint-Rémy Hengst Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ehrhart-2011-saint-remy-hengst-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Domaine Ehrhart 13.2,White,US,"Thistle consistently produces one of Oregon's best Pinot Blancs. This is creamy and fresh, bursting with ripe pear and melon, and streaked with a gentle hint of coconut and vanilla. The lush finish seems to carry on for a full minute or longer.",,18,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Thistle 2012 Pinot Blanc (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thistle-2012-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Thistle 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This 50-50 blend of Pinot Noir and Touriga Nacional works surprisingly well. It has weight, but also a smooth texture and juicy swathes of black plum and red berry fruits. Juicy fruit flavors are encased in a firm, tannic shell that's solid and dark. The wine is drinkable now after decanting, but could benefit from aging until 2016.",Consensus Pinot Noir-Touriga Nacional,18,91,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Consensus Pinot Noir-Touriga Nacional Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-consensus-pinot-noir-touriga-nacional-red-lisboa/,Red Blend,2008,DFJ Vinhos 14,Red,Portugal,"A firmly structured wine, this is solidly tannic and dense, but maintains a good balance between ageworthy fruits and acidity. Tannins, black fruits and bold structure drive this wine. Drink from 2014.",,12,90,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2011 Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2011-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2011,Fiuza 13.5,Red,Italy,"This zesty selection has pretty aromas of violet, rose, marasca cherry and spice. The palate delivers dense wild cherry flavor layered with white pepper and hints of nutmeg. It's still tightly tannic but has more freshness than most from this hot vintage.",,18,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Luiano 2011 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luiano-2011-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,Luiano ,Red,Argentina,"This is definitely a New World-type of Syrah. Raisin, graphite and tight-grained oak aromas introduce a palate with extract and plenty of acidity. Briny, leathery, animal-like flavors settle on black fruits and spice, while the finish delivers an oaky, coconut taste along with syrupy plum and raspberry.",Alta Reserve Barrancas Vineyards,35,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2009 Alta Reserve Barrancas Vineyards Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2009-alta-reserve-barrancas-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2009,Pascual Toso 14.5,Red,US,"Give this wine extra credit for sheer power. It's enormous in blackberries, currants and mocha, wrapped into hard, but soft, tannins, a paradox that extends to its drinkability. You can pop the cork now because it's so delicious, but it also has the stuffing to last a good eight years.",,60,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hughes Wellman 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hughes-wellman-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Hughes Wellman 13.8,Red,New Zealand,"This dark-fruited Pinot Noir is sturdily constructed yet never seems hard or tough, thanks to the silkiness of its plentiful tannins. Black cherry fruit picks up shadings of mocha on the dusty finish. Drink 2015–2020.",,30,90,Central Otago,,,Wild Earth 2010 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-earth-2010-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2010,Wild Earth 13.8,Red,US,"This is a light Pinot, both in color and texture, and the alcohol level is moderate. All of that gives it elegance. It's dry and fine in acidity, with raspberry, cherry and herb flavors. At the age of about four years, it's beginning to show development, with mushroom notes emerging. Drink now–2015.",,75,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Metaphora 2009 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/metaphora-2009-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Metaphora 12.5,White,US,"This single-vineyard, estate-grown offering is crisp and stylish, with grapefruit, pineapple, honeydew melon and citrus skin flavors. Excellent minerality and length.",Autees Momtazi Vineyard,17,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Maysara 2012 Autees Momtazi Vineyard Pinot Blanc (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maysara-2012-autees-momtazi-vineyard-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Maysara 13.5,Red,Italy,"This savory selection offers earthy aromas of underbrush, truffle and leather. The zesty palate expresses tart red cherry flavor punctuated by mint, vanilla and espresso accents. It's nicely balanced, with firm but ripe tannins and ample freshness. Artisan Wines, Downey Selection.",,20,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Buondonno 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buondonno-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Buondonno 13,White,France,"An intensely spicy wine, full of bergamot and lychee flavors, this is ripe and full bodied. Its exotic character is fully balanced by a fine line in acidity, providing just the right foil for strong, creamy cheeses or terrines.",Les Deux M,26,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Gérard Neumeyer 2011 Les Deux M Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gerard-neumeyer-2011-deux-m-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Domaine Gérard Neumeyer 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A rich wine, bone dry, its red currant fruits cutting through the creamy mousse. It's a serious rosé, with some tannins, spice, very textured and worth aging for a few months in bottle to bring out its incipient toastiness.",Rosé Brut Extra,,90,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Domaine des Baumard NV Rosé Brut Extra Cabernet Franc-Cabernet Sauvignon (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-nv-rose-brut-extra-red-blend-cabernet-franc-cabernet-sauvignon-cremant/,Cabernet Franc-Cabernet Sauvignon,,Domaine des Baumard 14,Red,Spain,"Moss, prune, chocolate and black-fruit aromas take the bouquet in a good direction. The palate is a bit acidic and hard, with firm tannins and earthy, toasty flavors of blackberry and mocha. Tannic grab and flavors of licorice and blackberry spell out the finish. Drink through 2017.",Cepas Viejas,32,90,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Dominio de Tares 2008 Cepas Viejas Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-tares-2008-cepas-viejas-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2008,Dominio de Tares 17,Port/Sherry,Spain,"With its chocolate-brown color, this PX is full of prune, fig and moderate volatility. It's heavy, sticky and syrupy on the tongue, with fig, dried date, salt and caramel flavors. The finish rings of ripeness, but overall this is more sweet and rich than distinct and complex.",Gran Reserva Don PX,33,89,Andalucia,Montilla-Moriles,,"Bodegas Toro Albala, SL 1985 Gran Reserva Don PX Pedro Ximénez (Montilla-Moriles)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-toro-albala-sl-1985-gran-reserva-don-px-sherry-pedro-ximenez-montilla-moriles/,Pedro Ximénez,1985,"Bodegas Toro Albala, SL" 12.5,White,France,"A racy, nervy wine, steely in character while remaining attractively fruity. It has a strong lemon zest character, along with floral acidity and an elegant texture. A wine that's ready to drink but would benefit from 2–3 years' aging.",,14,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave Freudenreich 2012 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-freudenreich-2012-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2012,Cave Freudenreich 14.5,Red,Bulgaria,"Big boned and brawny, this is a lushly textured wine full of intensely ripe black plum and cherry flavors. It's richly fruity, but textured with velvety tannins, crushed granite notes and a hit of acidity that lingers on the finish. A blend of Bulgarian and international grape varieties.",Via Diagonalis,17,89,Thracian Valley,,,Castra Rubra 2008 Via Diagonalis Red (Thracian Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castra-rubra-2008-via-diagonalis-red-thracian-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Castra Rubra ,Red,Italy,"This delightful rosso has enticing fragrances of violet, iris and red berry. The bright palate delivers wild cherry, white pepper and mint flavors framed by silky tannins. This is made to be drunk young, so enjoy soon.",,20,89,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Casisano Colombaio 2011 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casisano-colombaio-2011-sangiovese-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2011,Casisano Colombaio 14,Red,Italy,"This wine leads with enticing floral and earthy fragrances, and just a hint of meaty character. The palate is a bit closed, but reveals sweet black cherry, plum and spicy pepper notes. This is still very tannic and will be better after 2015.",,40,89,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Casale di Daviddi 2010 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casale-di-daviddi-2010-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,Casale di Daviddi 14.6,Red,US,"Softly delicious flavors mark this Pinot, which is among Testarossa's easiest to drink of their extensive 2010 portfolio. Cherry pie and cola are the chief notes, brightened with acidity. So ripe, forward and interesting now, there's little reason to age it.",Graham Family Vineyard,59,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Testarossa 2010 Graham Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2010-graham-family-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Testarossa 14.6,Red,US,"Juicy flavors of softened Dr. Pepper cola, raspberry jam and sweet sandalwood mark this drink-me-now Pinot Noir. With a light, silky texture and dry finish, it's a lovely food wine to pair with grilled lamb, roast salmon or a great mushroom risotto.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,56,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 2010 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2010-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Testarossa 13.2,White,US,"This is an exceptional value for a wine this well-made. Honeycomb, pear and quince notes are complete and clean, with bright layers of unbaked fruit that linger long on the palate. This Chardonnay offers freshness and purity of flavor making it a great apéritif wine or versatile with a wide range of foods.",Unoaked,18,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Saracina 2012 Unoaked Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saracina-2012-unoaked-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2012,Saracina 13,White,US,"A barrel-fermented reserve-level selection, this is tart and lively, with highlights of Key lime and pineapple. It's crisp and refreshing, with a pleasing minerality, but it's that streak of lime that carries through and sets it apart.",Estate Grown Reserve,35,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Stoller 2011 Estate Grown Reserve Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoller-2011-estate-grown-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2011,Stoller 13.8,White,US,"This Wente clone Chardonnay, spent close to 18 months in French and American oak. The result is a structured, ageworthy wine imbued with ample richness, vanilla accents and fig fruit. Pair it with lobster dishes.","Merrillie, Landucci Block",34,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,"Steven Kent 2011 Merrillie, Landucci Block Chardonnay (Livermore Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2011-merrillie-landucci-block-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Steven Kent 14.5,Red,Argentina,"After early foxy, jumpy aromas blow off, this deals cherry and cassis scents. The palate is jammy on first impression, but a touch hollow as it wears on. Short, fruity flavors of blackberry and plum finish with a pastry note and modest length. This is more sweet tasting and lusty than complex and structured. Drink through 2015.",Las Compuertas,30,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Alicia 2009 Las Compuertas Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alicia-2009-las-compuertas-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Viña Alicia 13.8,Red,US,"At first a bit blocky, this reserve wine intrigues with a complex array of scents—cured meat, cola and spice—around brambly fruits. Blackberries and citrus take over the mid-palate, along with tart acidity framing the finish.",Reserve,48,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2010 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2010-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-175454/,Pinot Noir,2010,Rex Hill 14,Red,Italy,"This has classic aromas of wild cherry, leather and truffle. The palate delivers notes of ripe cherry, raspberry, mint, white pepper and white chocolate. A fresh and well-balanced selection.",,20,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Renieri 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2010-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Renieri 13.5,Red,Italy,"This charming wine shows floral fragrances of violet and rose, with hints of meat juices and herbs. The juicy palate delivers flavors of black cherry and plum alongside well-integrated oaky accents of carob and vanilla. Hold onto this for a few more years to develop additional complexity.",L'Aura,30,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Querceto di Castellina 2010 L'Aura (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/querceto-castellina-2010-laura-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Querceto di Castellina 14.3,Red,US,"A great success for California Cab Franc, moving beyond mere fruitiness to true structural integrity. It's bone dry and tart, and while the tannins are intense, the fat of a good cut of beef will slice right through them. The flavors of black cherries, blueberries and currants are strong and flashy. Could be an ager, but few Cab Francs are, so drink now–2016.",,62,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2010 Cabernet Franc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2010-cabernet-franc-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Pride Mountain 13.2,White,US,"More full and fleshier than the 2011 Pinot Blanc from Ponzi, here the spices are more prominent and the flavors bigger, yet not quite as complex. The fruit suggests lemon verbena, lime, grapefruit and starfruit, with a lightly peppery note on the finish.",,17,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2012 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2012-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Ponzi 14.5,White,US,"This vineyard is south of Yountville, putting it into the coolest part of the valley. This dry, savory, young wine is all about acidity, minerality and clean citrus and tropical fruit flavors.",Carsi Vineyard Reserve,29,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2012 Carsi Vineyard Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2012-carsi-vineyard-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,V. Sattui 14.2,Red,US,"Sweet fruit stars in this ripe, forward Pinot Noir. It's all about raspberries, strawberries and cherries that are as succulent as they can be. Smoky oak adds to the deliciousness. It's a wonderful steak and lamb wine for drinking over the next few years.",Doctor's Vineyard,42,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,V. Sattui 2011 Doctor's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2011-doctors-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,V. Sattui 13,Red,Italy,"Made entirely from the native Tuscan grape Ciliegiolo, this charming wine has a delicate floral bouquet of violet, iris, rose and pepper. The silky palate delivers bright, ripe cherry and raspberry notes accompanied by mineral and white pepper accents. It's polished, smooth and incredibly enjoyable.",Rotulaia,17,90,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Rascioni e Cecconello 2012 Rotulaia (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rascioni-e-cecconello-2012-rotulaia-italian-white-ciliegiolo-maremma-toscana/,Ciliegiolo,2012,Rascioni e Cecconello 14,White,New Zealand,"This fruit-forward Pinot Gris is dominated by pear and pineapple notes. Some custardy richness adds to the mouthfeel, while bright citrus sparks the finish. Drink now.",,22,90,Central Otago,,,Peregrine 2011 Pinot Gris (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peregrine-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-otago/,Pinot Gris,2011,Peregrine 14,Red,Spain,"Dark berry and plum aromas come with gritty, leathery accents and toasty oak. A full, choppy, tannic palate is home to dark, oaky, minty flavors of berry and herbs, while the finish is herbal, with a shading of fresh tomato and carob. Drink now through 2018.",Gran Reserva,30,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramón Bilbao 2005 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramon-bilbao-2005-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Ramón Bilbao 12.5,White,US,"Spicy and intense, this excellent Pinot Gris is loaded with Gravenstein apple, cut pear, and a taste of orange peel. Surprising length and power for a Euro-styled wine with modest alcohol.",,14,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rainstorm 2012 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainstorm-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2012,Rainstorm 12.5,White,France,"A small, 15 acre estate controlled by Joseph Mellot, giving a full, ripe wine, very bright, crisp, with great flavor depth. The delicious wine offers good acidity with lemon and lime flavors. Drinkable now, but worth aging for 2–3 years.",Domaine des Emois,25,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Joseph Mellot 2012 Domaine des Emois (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-mellot-2012-domaine-emois-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Joseph Mellot 9.6,White,US,"Few dessert wines in California have as successful a track record as EOS's Tears of Dew. The 2011 is very sweet in honey, apricot, orange and vanilla flavors, balanced with crisp acidity. The alcohol is refreshingly low, making it clean and light to drink.",Tears of Dew Late Harvest,22,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2011 Tears of Dew Late Harvest Moscato (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2011-tears-dew-late-harvest-muscat-moscato-central-coast-paso-robles/,Moscato,2011,EOS 14.5,Red,Spain,"An opaque color suggests power and density, and for the most part that's what you get. Jammy, raisiny aromas culminate with prune and berry pie scents. There's pointy acidity to the palate, which amplifies cassis, blackberry and carob flavors. A warm, long finish is the conclusion. Drink through 2016.",Crianza,38,90,Northern Spain,Toro,,Elias Mora 2008 Crianza (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elias-mora-2008-crianza-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2008,Elias Mora 14,Red,New Zealand,"Subtly perfumed with black cherries and cola, this is nevertheless somewhat chunky and muscular on the palate. Dusty, substantial tannins frame flavors of mocha, black cherries and baking spices. Best 2015–2020.",Bannockburn,45,90,Central Otago,,,Carrick 2010 Bannockburn Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carrick-2010-bannockburn-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2010,Carrick 12.7,Red,US,"This light Pinot has a nice balance of red cherry fruit and herbal earthiness that tastes substantial despite its 12.7% alcohol level. Complex, it has more to share over the next 3–5 years.",Roma's Vineyard,40,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Couloir 2011 Roma's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couloir-2011-romas-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Couloir 14,Red,New Zealand,"This immediately approachable Pinot's texture combines silk and velvet. It's medium in weight, offering clean, elegant flavors of cola, cedar and black cherries. Drink now–2018.",Tatty Bogler,40,90,Central Otago,,,Forrest 2010 Tatty Bogler Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forrest-2010-tatty-bogler-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2010,Forrest 12.5,White,Portugal,"A rounded wine with spiced pear and citrus fruits, this is juicy and full bodied. A touch of textured minerality gives a sense of structure. It's still young and needs aging. Drink from 2015.",Grand'Arte,11,90,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2012 Grand'Arte Alvarinho (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2012-grandarte-albarino-alvarinho-lisboa/,Alvarinho,2012,DFJ Vinhos 14.5,Red,US,"The blackberry fruit is so powerful and rich, it punches right through this Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend. It's still tough in tannins, however, giving it a harshly astringent mouthfeel. It would be a shame to drink it too young, so give it until 2016.",Trifecta,55,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaucanon 2010 Trifecta Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaucanon-2010-trifecta-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Beaucanon 13,White,France,"Lightly smoky wine, with spice and rounded white fruits with tropical highlights. It's full and rich, not quite dry but with a pepper character that makes it seem drier than it is. Ready to drink.",Réserve,24,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Moltès 2012 Réserve Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moltes-2012-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2012,Domaine Moltès 14,White,France,"Soft and generously ripe, it has ripe lychee and tropical fruits while being very warm and rich. Just a hint of acidity, but with a wine as opulent as this, merely enjoy. Screwcap.",Portrait,17,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zinck 2011 Portrait Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zinck-2011-portrait-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Domaine Zinck 15.5,Red,France,"This is owner Yves Gras's entry-level Gigondas. From a notably warm year, it combines slightly herbal notes of alfalfa with dried fruit and chocolate, yet does so in a way that comes together harmoniously on the nose and palate. It's full bodied and opulent in style, with a warm finish. Drink now–2017.",Cuvée Tradition,45,90,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine Santa Duc 2009 Cuvée Tradition (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-santa-duc-2009-cuvee-tradition-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine Santa Duc 14.5,Red,Italy,"This spicy rosso combines structure with sheer drinkability. It offers a beautiful bouquet of rose, violet and strawberry, while the palate reveals ripe black cherry, white pepper, tea and cinnamon flavors wrapped up in silky tannins. This is easily drinkable now, and best enjoyed young.",,28,90,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Canalicchio di Sopra 2011 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canalicchio-sopra-2011-sangiovese-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2011,Canalicchio di Sopra 14.3,Red,US,"Luscious cherry pie, blackberry jam, cola, sweet cinnamon toast and sandalwood flavors characterize this dark, soft, dry Pinot Noir. The wine is a barrel selection that has more intensity than others, in the words of winemaker Jonathan Nagy. It truly is a big wine, with the weight of Grenache. With Pinot's noble structure, it's drinking well now.",Monument,60,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2010 Monument Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2010-monument-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Byron 13.8,Red,US,"Acidity? Check. Dryness? Check. Modest alcohol? Check. This tiny-production Pinot shows the silky, light texture of its Sebastopol-Graton locale, with the tight acids and tannins of the chilly vintage. It's a challenging wine that some would call austere, but it does offer plenty of intellectual interest.",Tina Marie Vineyard,50,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Banshee Wines 2011 Tina Marie Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banshee-wines-2011-tina-marie-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Banshee Wines 13.5,Red,US,"The vineyard is out toward Sebastopol, a cool area, although daytimes can heat up. The fruit barely ripened, in this chilly vintage, beyond cranberries and rhubarbs, with a hint of winter persimmon and heirloom tomato. Acidity is correspondingly high, and the finish is as dry as an autumn leaf. The result is austere, but interesting and complex. Drink it with Pinot-friendly fare and watch as it changes in the glass.",Hurst Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Banshee Wines 2011 Hurst Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banshee-wines-2011-hurst-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Banshee Wines 14,Red,Portugal,"The cooperative of Reguengos is now a major force in the region. This wine, named after the hilltop town of Reguengos, is a powerful, condensed wine. It has dark black fruits, solid tannins and a smooth texture. Full-bodied and worth aging. Drink from 2015.",Reguengos,10,90,Alentejo,,,Cooperativa Reguengos de Monsaraz 2012 Reguengos Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooperativa-reguengos-monsaraz-2012-reguengos-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2012,Cooperativa Reguengos de Monsaraz 13.5,White,US,"Captures the purity of Santa Ynez Sauvignon Blanc with laser-sharp lemon, lime, pineapple and gooseberry flavors. The acidity is wonderful. Fermented in stainless steel and aged in neutral oak barrels to give it just a touch of smoke.",Faith Vineyard,25,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2011 Faith Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2011-faith-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Brander 14.4,Red,US,"Peppery and black in color, with a backbone of meat and leather, Six Sigma shows that Syrah has its place in pockets of Lake County. This is an impressive, intense wine.",Marianne's Reserve,45,90,California,Lake County,Lake County,Six Sigma Ranch 2010 Marianne's Reserve Syrah (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-sigma-ranch-2010-mariannes-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Syrah,2010,Six Sigma Ranch 14.9,White,US,"This is a gorgeous blend of 70% Viognier and 30% Roussanne that's balanced between notes of honey and almond, white peach and honeysuckle. This is a delightful apéritif wine, yet serious enough to pair with seafood risotto or coq au vin.",del papa,24,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Fair Play,Baiocchi Wines 2012 del papa Viognier-Roussanne (Fair Play),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baiocchi-wines-2012-papa-rhone-style-white-blend-viognier-roussanne-sierra-foothills-fair-play/,Viognier-Roussanne,2012,Baiocchi Wines 13,Red,Portugal,"Big and firm wine, layering sweet fruits with a more serious mineral structure. The wine has concentration, rich tannins and dark plum and berry fruit flavors. It's an impressive wine for aging, drink from 2017.",Reserva,30,90,Dão,,,Adega de Penalva 2008 Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-penalva-2008-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2008,Adega de Penalva 14,Red,Italy,"This vibrant selection offers floral and fruit fragrances of violet and red berry. The palate delivers juicy red cherry flavor, with white pepper and nutmeg accents alongside bracing tannins that should soften over the next year or two. Perfect to match with barbecues or pastas topped with dense sauces.",,13,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Gabbiano 2011 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-gabbiano-2011-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,Castello di Gabbiano 14,White,New Zealand,"Made in a convincingly dry style, this wine's nectarine and lime notes are joined on the palate by hints of almond. It's mouthfilling without being fat or blowsy, ending on a bright note of citrus.",,15,90,Nelson,,,Woollaston 2011 Pinot Gris (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woollaston-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-nelson/,Pinot Gris,2011,Woollaston 14,Red,Spain,"Blackberry, vanilla, coffee and leather aromas form a classic Ribera opening. The palate feels good and shows depth and body in front of roasted berry, spice and herbal flavors. On the finish, the texture is very good and the mix of persevering black-fruit flavors and toastiness is on the money. Drink through 2017.",Gran Reserva,38,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Mayor 2005 Gran Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-2005-gran-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Viña Mayor 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This rusty colored wine shows that Argentina can produce classy, subtle Cabs in an Old World style. Cool berry and cola aromas are sly and attractive, while the mouthfeel is mature but not old. Baked berry and cassis are the key flavors, while lasting tannins interact with plum and other red-fruit flavors on the finish. Drink through 2016.",,23,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Weinert 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinert-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Weinert 14.5,White,US,"A wonderful Gewürztraminer, from a winery that's worked with it for a long time and has a good track record. It's crisp in acidity and exotically complex, with citrus and tropical fruit, ripe peach and honeysuckle flavors. That famous Gewürztramimer spiciness is perfect.",Estate Vineyard,23,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Gundlach Bundschu 2012 Estate Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-2012-estate-vineyard-gewurztraminer-sonoma-coast/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Gundlach Bundschu 14.5,Red,Spain,"Rubbery, herbal aromas are challenging on first take but spread out and gather clarity upon airing. This is one full-bodied, chunky Monastrell that is grabby and a touch reduced. Jammy, raisiny core flavors are just fresh enough to not be considered overdone, while the finish shows a prune-like character and a touch of heat.",,45,90,Levante,Alicante,,El Sequé 2009 Monastrell (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-seque-2009-mourvedre-monastrell-alicante/,Monastrell,2009,El Sequé 14.5,Red,US,"Shows the Etude style of greatly extracted fruit, making it a big, manly wine. Waves of cherry and raspberry pie filling wash over the palate, rich and delicious, leading to a long, spicy finish. Nothing shy about it, but it manages to maintain elegance throughout. Drink now–2018.",Estate Grown,42,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Etude 2010 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2010-estate-grown-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Etude 14.7,Red,US,"Lots of smooth drinking pleasure in this Sangiovese. In fact, it does just what this Italian variety is supposed to. It's medium-bodied and silky, with great acidity and a firm brace of tannins, and has a transparency that seems to reflect the soil. The cherry and red currant flavors are savory and pure. A little hot, but one of the most pleasant Sangioveses on the market.",Bootjack Ranch,28,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Niner 2010 Bootjack Ranch Sangiovese (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niner-2010-bootjack-ranch-sangiovese-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sangiovese,2010,Niner 13.2,White,US,"A fine effort in 2012, this clean and fresh Pinot Gris impresses with crisply defined flavors of jicama, white peach, pineapple and honeydew melon. Flavors are persistent and lightly kissed with vanilla through a lingering, lively finish.",,17,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2012 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Ponzi 13.5,Red,Italy,"This has classic aromas of red berry, violet and porcini mushroom, with a hint of incense. The palate shows rich wild cherry flavor, with accents of mint and licorice alongside bracing yet elegant tannins and fresh acidity.",,25,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fattoria di Montemaggio 2009 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-montemaggio-2009-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Fattoria di Montemaggio 13,Sparkling,France,"A new creation from Muré, this is a beautifully ripe blend of Chardonnay and Riesling. The combination gives steel to the wine's creaminess as well as a fine perfumed character. It's full and rich, worth aging a year and impressive.",Grand Millésime Brut,,90,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Muré 2009 Grand Millésime Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mure-2009-grand-millesime-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Muré 13,White,Portugal,"Alvarinho, the northern Portuguese grape, doesn't always translate well further south. This wine shows it's possible. It has the crispness of the cool climate while bringing out a rounder, full character that suggests sun. Well balanced and worth aging a year.",Gáudio,16,90,Alentejano,,,Ribafreixo 2012 Gáudio Alvarinho (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ribafreixo-2012-gaudio-albarino-alvarinho-alentejano/,Alvarinho,2012,Ribafreixo 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"2007 was a good year in Port and this LBV reflects its best qualities. It is rich and concentrated, but on the dry side and elegant. It's a powerful wine with a smooth, ripe character that balances out the tannins and acidity. It could continue to improve until 2020, but it is ready to drink now. Keep until 2020.",Late Bottled Vintage,90,90,Port,,,Duorum 2007 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duorum-2007-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Duorum 12.5,White,France,"Fragrant, perfumed, now almost mature, this is a delicious Riesling. It has just the right minerality, combined with an off-dry character, pure lemon and crisp apple flavors with a lively, bright aftertaste.",Les Eléments,18,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Bott-Geyl 2010 Les Eléments Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bott-geyl-2010-elements-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2010,Domaine Bott-Geyl 13,Red,France,"Concentrated, fruity wine, its black currant fruit is smoothed by wood aging. The wine has great spice, juicy acidity and good depth of flavor. It's certainly worth aging this wine for 2–4 years.",Cuvée les Rochettes,20,90,Loire Valley,Bourgueil,,Domaine les Pins 2011 Cuvée les Rochettes Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pins-2011-cuvee-rochettes-cabernet-franc-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Domaine les Pins 13.8,White,France,"Spicy, fragrant wine, offering a strong mineral character and rich fruitiness. There is a firm edge of almonds and pear skins which give a tight texture. The wine has aged well and will continue to do so over the next 4–5 years.",Chamboureau,25,90,Loire Valley,Savennières,,Domaine FL 2008 Chamboureau (Savennières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fl-2008-chamboureau-chenin-blanc-savennieres/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Domaine FL 14.5,Red,US,"Sonoma County-based De Loach has been a proponent of Marin County fruit for several vintages and this bottle shows that its onto something interesting-the wine drinks young, still resolving the vanilla and coconut jolts and oak, the fruit otherwise promising in soft blueberry shades accented by cardamom spice.",Marin,35,90,California,North Coast,Marin County,De Loach 2010 Marin Pinot Noir (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2010-marin-pinot-noir-north-coast-marin-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,De Loach 12.5,Red,France,"There is a long tradition of Malbec in the Loire. This wood-aged dark-colored wine is not powerful, but it does have fine density and a smooth, generous texture. Tannins support the black fruits, giving a wine that finishes with intense acidity as well as a drier aspect. Age for 3–4 years.",Domaine des Grandes Esperances Supernova,,90,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Saget la Perrière 2009 Domaine des Grandes Esperances Supernova Malbec (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saget-perriere-2009-domaine-grandes-esperances-supernova-malbec-touraine/,Malbec,2009,Saget la Perrière 11.5,Dessert,France,"A fine and mature wine, its honey flavors dominating, the fruitiness now into a more rounded, so rich style. It's a beautiful wine, very ripe, with a touch of wood aging to add some extra spice. No need to age, it's ready to drink.",Château de la Mulonnière A la Faveur de l'Automne,,90,Loire Valley,Coteaux du Layon Beaulieu,,Saget la Perrière 2003 Château de la Mulonnière A la Faveur de l'Automne Chenin Blanc (Coteaux du Layon Beaulieu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saget-perriere-2003-chateau-mulonniere-a-faveur-lautomne-chenin-blanc-coteaux-layon-beaulieu/,Chenin Blanc,2003,Saget la Perrière 13.7,White,US,"Big and fruity, this shows plenty of ripe pear flavors along with delicate spice. There is good concentration and medium length, with enough acidity to please most palates.",,,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,The Four Graces 2012 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-graces-2012-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2012,The Four Graces 13.8,Red,New Zealand,"An excellent value, this wine comes off as a bit crisper and more structured than many of its brethren. Black cherry, licorice, mint and olive notes combine to provide ample complexity. Drink 2015–2020.",,24,90,Martinborough,,,Stonecrop 2010 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonecrop-2010-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Stonecrop ,Red,US,"The vineyard is in such an extreme location that its Pinots, always interesting, vary in quality. Siduri has long experience with the grapes, but this wine, good as it is, is not one of their greatest. While it's dry, tart and wonderfully elegant, concentration is lacking, no doubt due to the difficult vintage. The flavors are of herb tea, raspberries, Dr. Pepper cola and pomegranates.",Hirsch Vineyard,54,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Siduri 2011 Hirsch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2011-hirsch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Siduri 12.1,Rose,US,"Sheldon makes this rosé from Graciano sourced from Lodi's eclectic limestone-soiled Ripken Vineyard, where it also sources grapes for a red version of the wine. Beautiful in its rose petal-red color, this wine opens with aromas of baked strawberry, watermelon and charcuterie, and is dry, crisp and meaty throughout, with a kick of spice on the finish. Only 72 cases made.",Weatherly,22,90,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sheldon 2012 Weatherly Rosé (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldon-2012-weatherly-rose-central-valley-lodi/,Rosé,2012,Sheldon 13.9,White,US,"The rich creaminess and peach, lime, apple and pineapple flavors could be Chardonnay, but this is 100% Roussanne. Unbelievably, it's unoaked, which makes you wonder where all those buttered toast and vanilla flavors come from. For less than twenty bucks, it shows extraordinary opulence.",,19,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sebastiani 2012 Roussanne (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2012-roussanne-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Roussanne,2012,Sebastiani 14.5,Red,Argentina,"With this bottling, Las Moras has put out a top-flight wine from the San Juan region. This is woody on the nose, with strong vanilla and chocolate aromas. A tight palate rides on a rail of acidity, while flavors of cassis, plum and oak finish long and lemony. Drink through 2016.",Finca Pedernal,45,90,Other,Pedernal Valley,,Finca Las Moras 2008 Finca Pedernal Malbec (Pedernal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2008-finca-pedernal-malbec-pedernal-valley/,Malbec,2008,Finca Las Moras 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a bold and savory wine, with forward plum and coffee aromas and a hint of spice. The dense palate shows ripe plum, chocolate and coffee flavors, with spicy accents and big but round tannins. This is almost ready now, so enjoy soon.",,27,90,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,La Braccesca 2010 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/braccesca-2010-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,La Braccesca 14.8,Red,US,"Kuleto's Syrah has had its ups and downs, but with this '09, they've hit a level not seen for years. It's a big wine, voluptuous in heady, ripe blackberries, currants and dark, bitter chocolate, and bone dry. But for all the power, it retains elegance and complex interest. At the same time, it's very tannic, and does not seem like an ager, so drink soon rich meats, sauces and cheeses.",Estate,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kuleto Estate 2009 Estate Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuleto-estate-2009-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2009,Kuleto Estate 14.5,Red,US,"This Pinot's acidity, tannins and juvenile fruit suggest time in the cellar. It's rich in raspberries, plums and cherries, with the interesting note of sweet heirloom tomato you sometimes get from Carneros. The narrow window of drinkability is 2015–2017.",Reserve,60,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Mondavi 2011 Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2011-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2011,Robert Mondavi 12.5,White,France,"Full, fragrant and very perfumed, this is a beautiful ripe wine that is already showing signs of maturity. Its fragrant white fruit flavors are touched by minerality and texture. It could still be aged for another 2–3 years. The name recalls the local legend of the dragon who fought the sun.",Le Dragon,40,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2011 Le Dragon Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2011-le-dragon-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Josmeyer 14,Red,France,"Laurence Féraud, the stylish power behind Domaine de Pégaü in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, also produces her own négociant line of wines. This Gigondas is a top example, boasting intriguing scents of sweaty leather and peppery, clove-like spice, plenty of weight and structure on the palate and a long, firm finish. Drink now–2024.",,40,91,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Sélection Laurence Féraud 2009 Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selection-laurence-feraud-2009-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Sélection Laurence Féraud 13.2,Red,US,"Since last reviewed in 2008, the Alloro Vineyard's grapes seem to have gained in complexity and sophistication. Elegant and fine tuned, this new release combines scents and accents of rose petals, wet rock and raspberries with generous, supporting acidity. The finish extends gracefully with the finesse of Premier Cru Burgundy.",Alloro Vineyard,52,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2011 Alloro Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2011-alloro-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Rex Hill 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"With its memorable squat bottle, this is a classic 20-year old tawny. It retains memories of fruitiness but is focused on concentrated acidity, dried-fruit flavors and textural richness. Drink now, but it can be kept for a few weeks after opening.",20 Year Old Tawny,,91,Port,,,Quinta de la Rosa NV 20 Year Old Tawny (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta de la Rosa 13.9,Red,US,"So luscious now, it's hard not to finish the bottle, especially with a grilled steak, lamb chop or mushroom risotto. This is the winery's best Pinot in years, rich in cola, red currants and sandalwood, smoothly tannic, and aged in rich, toasty oak.",Tondre Grapefield,47,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,De Tierra 2011 Tondre Grapefield Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-tierra-2011-tondre-grapefield-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,De Tierra 14,White,France,"Ripe, soft and spicy. This is an attractive, open wine, medium sweet and rich. It has a fine hint of pepper along with honey and tropical fruits. For medium- term aging over the next 3–5 years.",Altenberg de Bergheim Grand Cru,45,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2009 Altenberg de Bergheim Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2009-altenberg-bergheim-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Cave de Ribeauvillé 13.5,White,Portugal,"This is an impressively rich wine, full of creamed apple and ripe apricot flavors. It has weight, a good amount of flesh, and acidity adding dimension to the concentration. It's great to drink now, but better to wait until 2014.",Grande Escolha,17,91,Vinho Verde,,,Casa do Valle 2012 Grande Escolha White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-do-valle-2012-grande-escolha-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Casa do Valle 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Open, generous, powerful wine, currently dominated by its firm tannins, this is a solid, chunky wine. A dense texture gives considerable weight to this dry and tannic wine that needs at least three years' aging. Drink from 2016.",Marquês de Borba Reserva,75,91,Alentejo,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2011 Marquês de Borba Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2011-marques-borba-reserva-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2011,J. Portugal Ramos 14,Red,France,"Even at four years of age, this shows great purity of fruit. Black cherries laced with garrigue mark the nose, while the cherries expand to coat the palate, adding hints of leather and baking spices. Ready to drink now, but it should easily last through 2020.",,34,91,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,E. Guigal 2009 Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2009-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,E. Guigal 13,White,France,"Just off dry, this is a rounded soft wine that takes its name after the sun god Apollo from the sunny exposure of the vineyard. It has a rounded, generous feel as a foil to its more steely, crisp character. A wine that certainly needs aging for 3–4 years.",Terre d'Apollon,18,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave Freudenreich 2011 Terre d'Apollon Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-freudenreich-2011-terre-dapollon-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Cave Freudenreich 13,White,France,"So elegant, a wine with just a fine balance. It has creamy apple fruit flavors, hedgerow fruits, with a line of crisp acidity to cut through the fruitiness and give a more mineral edge. It will be worth aging this wine for 2–3 years. Drink after 2014.",Glintzberg,20,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Roland Schmitt 2012 Glintzberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roland-schmitt-2012-glintzberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2012,Domaine Roland Schmitt 13,Red,France,"A structured wine with tannins from wood aging, as well as rich blackberry fruit. The wine has fruit and structural intensity, layering spice and juiciness atop a dry core. Keep for 3–5 years.",Le Clos,30,91,Loire Valley,Bourgueil,,Domaine les Pins 2011 Le Clos Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pins-2011-le-clos-cabernet-franc-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Domaine les Pins 13.5,White,France,"The ultra-steep Kirchberg de Barr vineyards can give ripe wines such as this from its great exposure. The wine has a ripe character, the yellow fruits cut through with lively acidity, a perfumed character. Fruity, likely to age over the next 3–5 years.",Kirchberg de Barr Grand Cru,38,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Vincent Stoeffler 2011 Kirchberg de Barr Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-stoeffler-2011-kirchberg-barr-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Domaine Vincent Stoeffler 13.6,Red,US,"The stems that were included in the fermentation give this wine a full-bodied, tannic mouthfeel, as well as adding to the spices. With raspberry, cherry and mocha flavors, it's a powerful Pinot that wants two or three years in the cellar.",Whole Cluster,45,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2010 Whole Cluster Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2010-whole-cluster-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Byron 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a savory selection, offering earthy and balsamic aromas of underbrush, tobacco and Mediterranean herbs. The restrained palate reveals ripe plum, cassis and licorice notes layered with chewy tannins and a warm midpalate.",,29,91,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Canneto 2009 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canneto-2009-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2009,Canneto 16,Port/Sherry,Spain,"A wine made from dried Moscatel with Sherry characteristics? This is that and more. Aromas of raisin, cinnamon, flowers and caramel are particular for dessert wines. In the mouth, this is fresh and juicy but substantive, with caramel, toffee, coffee and spice flavors running onto a long finish with toffee and chocolate notes. This is ripe and sweet but balanced and delicious.",Esnobista Moscatel Pasa,24,91,Andalucia,Jerez,,Bodegas Dios Baco S.L. NV Esnobista Moscatel Pasa Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-dios-baco-s-l-nv-esnobista-moscatel-pasa-sherry-jerez-168728/,Sherry,,Bodegas Dios Baco S.L. 12.1,Red,US,"So delicious and approachable, it's hard not to drink it now for its raspberry and cherry jam flavors. The vineyard is in the Petaluma Gap, whose cool climate lends it dryness, low alcohol and brisk acidity, at no cost at all to the richness.",Spring Hill Vineyard,33,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Waxwing 2011 Spring Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waxwing-2011-spring-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Waxwing 14,Red,Italy,"Made from organic grapes, this succulent wine delivers balsamic aromas and juicy black cherry flavors layered with cinnamon and white pepper. It's radiant and structured, with big round tannins and edgy acidity. Drink 2015–2025.",,30,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fontodi 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontodi-2010-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Fontodi 12,Sparkling,Spain,"There are few rosé Cavas out there that register this high on the quality meter. This elegant number opens with aromas of wood smoke, citrus and raspberry, while the palate feels lithe and silky, with a fine bubble bead. Flavors of pink grapefruit, tangerine and cranberry finish long and sturdy.",Conca del Riu Anoia Barcelona de Nit,26,91,Catalonia,Penedès,,Raventós I Blanc 2010 Conca del Riu Anoia Barcelona de Nit Sparkling (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raventos-i-blanc-2010-conca-riu-anoia-barcelona-nit-sparkling-penedes/,Sparkling Blend,2010,Raventós I Blanc 13.2,White,US,"Avoids the variety's opulent, often sweet side in favor of a leaner, drier, more elegant style. It has the weight and texture of a Sauvignon Blanc, yet offers rich but subtle tropical fruit, white flower and mineral flavors, with a smack of sweet oak. This is a complex wine, and you don't want to drink it too cold.",Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard,35,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Qupé 2012 Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard Viognier (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2012-sawyer-lindquist-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-edna-valley/,Viognier,2012,Qupé 14,Red,New Zealand,"A solid value in the world of Pinot Noir, this is pleasantly complex on the nose, offering up hints of cola, root beer and green herbs layered over dark fruit aromas. On the palate, it's reasonably full bodied and supple, delivering savory, earthy notes without being inaccessible. Mocha and silk soften the finish.",,30,91,Central Otago,,,Rockburn 2011 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockburn-2011-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2011,Rockburn 19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Senhora da Convento's late release of its Ports has paid off with this impressively ripe, mature wine. It has the feel of a vintage wine with its depth of black flavors, spice, dried fruits and balance. Drink now.",Late Bottled Vintage,,91,Port,,,Senhora do Convento 1996 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senhora-convento-1996-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1996,Senhora do Convento 14,Red,Italy,"This lovely wine has hallmark aromas of violet, wild cherry and berry, with whiffs of pressed powder. The palate is bright and delicious, with marasca cherry, raspberry and licorice flavors.",,24,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Setriolo 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/setriolo-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Setriolo 14.5,Red,France,"This can be a somewhat edgy wine, but the warmth of 2009 has softened it, imparting a rich, velvety texture and flavors of dried cherries, leather, cinnamon and clove. The long finish features a chocolaty note. Drink now–2025.",Les Christins,31,91,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Perrin & Fils 2009 Les Christins Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-2009-christins-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Perrin & Fils 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Leather, blueberry, blackberry and mild herbal notes make for a rich, ribald bouquet. Given the nose, it's no surprise that this Malbec is dense, jammy and a bit oversaturated in the mouth. Flavors of blackberry, prune, mint and graphite finish with lushness. Drink now through 2016.",Alta Las Barrancas Vineyards,34,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2011 Alta Las Barrancas Vineyards Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2011-alta-las-barrancas-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Pascual Toso 19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This first aged tawny release from Wine & Soul is a dry wine that feels older than 10 years—the average age of its blend. Fine and rich, it's a serious blend with flavors of spice, raisins and prunes.",10 Years Old Tawny,50,91,Port,,,Wine & Soul NV 10 Years Old Tawny (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-soul-nv-10-years-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Wine & Soul 13.5,White,US,"A definitive, whitepepper spice note runs through many, if not most Oregon Pinot Blancs. It's a positive marker, and this wine is a fine example. Winemaker Thibaud Mandet unhesitatingly calls this his favorite wine. There are lovely aromatics, a mouth-teasing mix of citrus and green apple fruit, and a wash of minerality on the finish.",Estate Grown,,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WillaKenzie Estate 2011 Estate Grown Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-2011-grown-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2011,WillaKenzie Estate 15.5,Red,US,"While the alcohol on this Zin is very high, it's an outstanding example of its style, and easily Peju's most delicious Zinfandel ever. Nearly 20% of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot in the blend contribute to a nobility of structure and firm tannins, but the briary, brambly fruit and spiciness are all Zin. Decadent to drink now with short ribs.",,30,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2009 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2009-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Peju 14.5,Red,US,"What's so appealing about this wine is the precise control it exhibits. That's partly the winemaker's touch, but it's also the terroir of Dry Creek Valley, which gives the wine crisp acids and less overt fruit than neighboring Napa Valley. It's savory, with flavors of blackberries, currants, tobacco and herbs, along with a lovely brambly character. Drink now–2017.",The Mariner,45,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2009 The Mariner Meritage (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2009-mariner-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Meritage,2009,Dry Creek Vineyard 13,Red,Spain,"This Mencía is offering up a pretty combo of earth, cola, graphite and black-fruit aromas. The palate pops with lush berry fruit balanced by darkness and weight; flavors of tobacco, earth, berry and cedar impress, while a mossy finish that's long and elegant carries clout but isn't too bullish. Drink through 2016.",Essencia,29,91,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Gotín del Risc 2006 Essencia Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gotin-risc-2006-essencia-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2006,Gotín del Risc 13.5,Red,Italy,"This earthy Chianti Classico offers bold aromas of truffle, underbrush, dried tobacco and ripe berry. The palate delivers succulent black-cherry balanced by white pepper, cinnamon and hints of carob. Drink now–2020.",,12,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fattoria Tregole 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-tregole-2010-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Fattoria Tregole 14.5,Red,US,"A huge wine with ripe blackberries, currants, dark chocolate and raisins. The oak is strong, and there's some heat from alcohol. The impact is of a dramatically layered wine, but one whose internal conflicts may not allow it to age long enough for the hard tannins to outlive the fruit. Drink now–2016.",Single Vineyard,100,91,California,Napa,Yountville,Ghost Block 2010 Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-block-2010-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Ghost Block 14.3,White,US,"Although this Chard is less expensive than the winery's Rochioli or Olivet Lane single-vineyard bottlings, it's their equal in terms of richness. Accented with crisp acidity, it shows rich, flamboyant pineapple, papaya and lime flavors, with the buttered toast of oak barrels.",Westside Farms,38,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2011 Westside Farms Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2011-westside-farms-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Gary Farrell 14.5,Red,France,"It's a sign of the times that a wine from supposedly cool Loire can have 14.5 percent alcohol. The wine handles it well with its solid tannins, dark black fruits and a sense of freshness as well as structure. The wine is complex, powerful and worth aging for 4–5 years.",Clos de l'Echo,,91,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Couly-Dutheil 2011 Clos de l'Echo (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couly-dutheil-2011-clos-lecho-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Couly-Dutheil 13,White,France,"If you want spicy Gewurztraminer then go no further. This has lychee, sweet spice and apricot notes with just a touch of honey. It's not quite dry, as its richness propels it into a richer category. Drink now and over the next year or two.",,20,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Jean-Luc Mader 2011 Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-luc-mader-2011-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Domaine Jean-Luc Mader 14.5,Red,Argentina,"nky aromas of raspberry and blackberry. This shows firm acids and a racy, aggressive palate. Flavors of black fruits, espresso, lemon peel and salt finish peppery and with a licorice note. Give this wine two years and it should be less choppy and more balanced. Best from 2015–2020.",Old Vine Stolen Horse Vineyard Mano de Dios,75,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Hand of God 2010 Old Vine Stolen Horse Vineyard Mano de Dios Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hand-god-2010-old-vine-stolen-horse-vineyard-mano-dios-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Hand of God 14.2,White,US,"The 40% new French oak shows in this wine's prominant buttered toast and honey notes. Underneath are rich pineapple, pear and tropical fruit flavors as ripe as anything out of California. Add crisp acidity, and you have a balanced but strong Chardonnay that wants to be paired with the rich lobster, scallop and shrimp dishes.",Olivet Lane Vineyard,45,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2011 Olivet Lane Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2011-olivet-lane-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Gary Farrell ,Red,New Zealand,"Americans Claudia and Mike Weersing's estate vines are grown so close to the ground, they look almost like a bonsai vineyard. Made as naturally as possible, it's yielded a smoky, savory style of Pinot Noir that shows some dark plum and black olive fruit and a lingering, slightly chocolaty finish. The silky tannins suggest immediate drinkability, although its inherent balance and concentration suggest it'll make it to at least 2020.",Earth Smoke,60,91,Canterbury,,,Pyramid Valley 2010 Earth Smoke Pinot Noir (Canterbury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pyramid-valley-2010-earth-smoke-pinot-noir-canterbury/,Pinot Noir,2010,Pyramid Valley 14.6,Red,US,"The Dalton Ranch is a special vineyard source for Newsome-Harlow and its ability to grow great fruit shows in this wine, a Syrah black in color, boastful in earthy ripe, bright violet, blackberry and raspberry, the tannins subtle and softened.",The Dalton Ranch,32,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Newsome-Harlow 2010 The Dalton Ranch Syrah (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newsome-harlow-2010-dalton-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Syrah,2010,Newsome-Harlow 13.7,Red,US,"This Dundee Hills vineyard makes a cellar-worthy style of Pinot Noir. It takes some breathing time to get past a rather thin start. But it blossoms into a wine that is both deep and tightly wound, tannic and concentrated, with raspberry and cherry fruit accented with coconut. The finish is long and textural.",Sims Vineyard,52,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2011 Sims Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2011-sims-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Rex Hill 13,White,France,"A rich, ripe wine and full in the mouth yet still developing. It has weight, fine spiciness and tropical fruit flavors with just a hint of honey to balance its dryness. Full-bodied while stylish. Keep for 2–3 years.",Glintzberg,20,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Roland Schmitt 2012 Glintzberg Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roland-schmitt-2012-glintzberg-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Domaine Roland Schmitt 12.5,Dessert,France,"A fine apéritif sweet wine, rich while also balanced and delicate. It has acidity to go with its sweet/dry fruit flavors and honey and tropical fruits. Not a wine for aging, it is showing splendid, full maturity. Screwcap.",Clos de Sainte-Catherine,,91,Loire Valley,Coteaux du Layon,,Domaine des Baumard 2009 Clos de Sainte-Catherine Chenin Blanc (Coteaux du Layon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2009-clos-sainte-catherine-chenin-blanc-coteaux-layon/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Domaine des Baumard 14.5,White,France,"A very concentrated wine, almost too much in its overpowering richness. Peaches and crisper pears play with the spice, perfume and intense acidity. At the end, pepper shows the alcohol. For short-term aging over 3–4 years.",Rangen de Thann Grand Cru Clos Saint-Théobald Schistes,60,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Schoffit 2010 Rangen de Thann Grand Cru Clos Saint-Théobald Schistes Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-schoffit-2010-rangen-thann-grand-cru-clos-saint-theobald-schistes-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2010,Domaine Schoffit 13.5,White,France,"A warm, opulent wine from the southernmost Grand Cru of Alsace. It has richness, ripe peach and pear fruits, a hint of maturity bringing out spice. There's a tang of orange giving freshness to this serious, complex wine. Drink now and until 2020",Rangen de Thann Grand Cru Clos Saint-Théobald,60,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Schoffit 2010 Rangen de Thann Grand Cru Clos Saint-Théobald Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-schoffit-2010-rangen-thann-grand-cru-clos-saint-theobald-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2010,Domaine Schoffit 14.2,Red,US,A fruit-forward wine whose deliciousness makes it immediately appealing. The blend of warmer and cooler vineyards gives a tantalizing balance of crisp acidity and ripe cherries. There are deeper notes of mushrooms that give it an earthy richness.,,42,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sojourn 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sojourn-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Sojourn 15.6,Red,US,"Going through a tough patch, with the primary fruit beginning to fall out and drier, earthier notes marching in. The grapes come from the cool climate vineyards of Bien Nacido and Watch Hill, and the wine shows consequent dryness and acidity. A year or two ago, blackberries would have overwhelmed. Now, they're drying out, permitting charred meat, mushroom and herb notes to co-star. Drink up.",Some Poets,75,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanguis 2009 Some Poets Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2009-some-poets-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2009,Sanguis 14.5,Red,US,"This is a lovely Syrah. It has a medium-bodied lightness that feels velvety in the mouth, and is packed with sweet blackberry, plum, mocha and bacon flavors, accented with smoky sandalwood. Nice to drink now, and will gain traction over the next 6–8 years.",,28,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2009 Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2009,Longboard 13.5,Red,France,"This is cool and restrained, with peppery flourishes layered over raspberry fruit. Rather than being massive or intense, it's medium bodied, perfumed and elegant, with hints of dusty tannins that build slowly on the finish. It's approachable now, but should age well through at least 2023.",La Louvée,85,91,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2010 La Louvée (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2010-louvee-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2010,Jean-Luc Colombo 13.5,White,Portugal,"Alvarinho is best from the far north of Vinho Verde, which is the source for this wine. It gives a full, rich, very ripe wine that's rounded and packed with yellow fruits and a tight mineral and lemon juice character. The wine also has youth on its side and could age for several more years. Drink from 2014.",,,91,Vinho Verde,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2012 Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2012-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2012,J. Portugal Ramos 12.5,White,US,"Barrel fermented in neutral French oak, this mouth-watering Pinot Blanc uses fruit from the Meredith Mitchell and Freedom Hill vineyards. It rested on the lees until bottling, yielding a rich, even creamy wine, with a gentle spiciness and plenty of acidity. A hint of beeswax and the lightest suggestion of toast bring more interest to the finish.",,24,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ken Wright 2011 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2011-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Ken Wright 12.5,White,France,"Celebrating 500 years as grape growers, the Mellot family offers this top Sancerre. It is rounded and spicy with a touch of wood to add to its rich character. Apricots and pineapple are a delicious addition to the citrus acidity that cuts right through the wine. Age for 3–4 years.",La Grande Châtelaine,45,91,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Joseph Mellot 2010 La Grande Châtelaine (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-mellot-2010-grande-chatelaine-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Joseph Mellot 13.1,Red,US,"Light in color this is a delicious Pinot Noir, woodsy and invoking faint red cherry aromas and flavors laced in herb. Softly textured and silky, enjoy on its own or with a roast chicken dripping in rosemary and butter.",Caritas Cuvée,35,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Bruliam 2011 Caritas Cuvée Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruliam-2011-caritas-cuvee-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Bruliam 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made with Sangiovese, Pugnitello and Colorino, this beautiful wine has an intensely floral fragrance of violet and iris, with undertones of dried tobacco and forest floor. The palate delivers vibrant wild cherry, white pepper and mint along with firm yet elegant tannins.",,15,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,San Felice 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-felice-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,San Felice 14.4,White,US,"This appeals to fans of ripe fruit and oak offering rich, creamy flamboyance. Waves of pineapple and orange jam wash over the palate, liberally accented with the buttered toast notes. Drink up.",Sierra Mar Vineyard,40,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Roar 2011 Sierra Mar Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roar-2011-sierra-mar-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Roar 13,White,Portugal,"Winemaker Mario Pinheiro worked in South Africa and with the Chenin Blanc grape there. Bringing it to the Alentejo produces a surprisingly similar ripe, warm style of wine that's still fresh and citrusy while also having signs of bright pineapple and minerality. Drink from 2015.",Connections Limited Edition,19,91,Portuguese Table Wine,,,Ribafreixo 2012 Connections Limited Edition Chenin Blanc (Portuguese Table Wine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ribafreixo-2012-connections-limited-edition-chenin-blanc-portuguese-table-wine/,Chenin Blanc,2012,Ribafreixo ,Red,Italy,"This savory wine has earthy aromas of truffle, forest floor and woodland berries. The dense palate offers concentrated plum and raspberry flavors laced with accents of chocolate and pipe tobacco. This has a mature palate with tertiary sensations and depth. Drink now–2019.",Sant'Ercolano,70,91,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Carpineto 2004 Sant'Ercolano (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-2004-santercolano-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2004,Carpineto 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made from Sangiovese selected from top sites in Carpineto's Poggio Sant'Enrico vineyards and aged in barriques, this wine opens with plum, underbrush and coffee aromas. The palate is youthful and well balanced, delivering restrained black fruit, spice, espresso and oak flavors. Drink after 2016.",Poggio Sant'Enrico,70,91,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Carpineto 2004 Poggio Sant'Enrico (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-2004-poggio-santenrico-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2004,Carpineto 14.4,Red,US,"Has to be one of the most forward, immediately drinkable Pisoni Pinots out there. It's enormously flattering in raspberries, cherries, currants and cola, with sweet toasty oak complexities. The acidity is gorgeous, the tannins soft. There's no reason to age this beautiful wine, so drink it now and through 2016.",Pisoni Vineyard,67,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2010 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2010-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2010,Testarossa 13.5,White,US,"The cool vintage resulted in an unusually lean and streamlined, but by no means uninteresting, wine. It's subtly fruity with hints of citrus zest and grapefruit. The main note, however, is gooseberry—barely ripe, acidic, mouthwatering and white peppery. The finish is absolutely dry. It should develop earthy, dried fruit notes over the next six years.",Reserve To Kalon Vineyard,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2011 Reserve To Kalon Vineyard Fumé Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2011-reserve-to-kalon-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2011,Robert Mondavi 14.9,Red,US,"The winery's best Hilltops in years, dry and elegantly structured. There's real power to the baked black cherry and currant fruit, with all sorts of meaty, earthy, peppery nuances that linger long into the finish. The alcohol is robust, but in keeping with the wine's volume, giving it a rich, warming headiness. Drink now–2018, as suits your taste.",Hilltops,48,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2010 Hilltops Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2010-hilltops-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2010,Stolpman 14.3,Red,US,"A Cabernet Sauvignon from historic Livermore Valley vineyards, including Ghielmetti, Home Ranch and Smith Ranch, all single-vineyard designated Cabernets in their own right, The Premier represents the winery's best of the überbest, aged entirely in new French oak. With aromas of raspberry, currant and coconut, the wine is balanced and relatively austere, light in weight with a long finish. A hint of tobacco and licorice round things out. This is a lovely wine that's ready to age.",The Premier,100,92,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2010 The Premier Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2010-premier-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Steven Kent 14.5,Red,France,"Despite incredible levels of ripeness—evidenced by notes of chocolate and dried fruit—this wine features a bit of garrigue on the nose and licorice flavors on the palate, which together impart a sense of freshness. Full bodied and richly textured, it ends in a silky dusting of cocoa powder-like tannins. Drink now–2020.",Vieilles Vignes,44,92,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Tardieu-Laurent 2009 Vieilles Vignes (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2009-vieilles-vignes-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Tardieu-Laurent 13.2,Red,US,"Your classic Sonoma Coast flavors have a feral element, suggesting foresty mushrooms, pine cones and mineral things alongside the pomegranates and cranberries. That's just what you get in this bottling from Siduri. The chilly vintage has made it lighter and lower in alcohol than the rich 2007, but it's more elegance and complex. This is a very interesting wine, one to linger over as it breathes in the glass.",Sonatera,48,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Siduri 2011 Sonatera Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2011-sonatera-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Siduri 13.5,Red,US,"Massive blackberry, cherry, currant and mocha flavors characterize this dry, potent Syrah. At the age of five, it's round and mellow in the mouth, with firm tannins and a gentle scour of acidity. Just beginning to show its stuff. Drink now–2018.",Bien Nacido Hillside Estate,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Qupé 2008 Bien Nacido Hillside Estate Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2008-bien-nacido-hillside-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2008,Qupé 14,Red,Argentina,"Deep berry aromas combine seamlessly with sweet notes of marzipan and complex accents of balsam wood on what is an inviting, rich nose. This is rewardingly bright and structured on the palate, where blackberry, boysenberry and plum flavors carry onto a full, long finish. This is high-end, ripe Malbec. Drink through 2018.",Finca La Escuela Altamira Estate Grown,50,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,TintoNegro 2011 Finca La Escuela Altamira Estate Grown Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tintonegro-2011-finca-escuela-altamira-estate-grown-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,TintoNegro 14.5,Red,US,"This is a seriously good Cabernet. You can stand it against anything in California and it will acquit itself with pride. It shows the soft tannins and herbaceousness of Alexander Valley, but is rich in blackberries, cherries and mocha, with a long, spicy finish. The result is a deliciously complex wine, dry, full-bodied and rich. Drink now–2016.",Mavericks Goosechase Vineyard,65,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Longboard 2010 Mavericks Goosechase Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2010-mavericks-goosechase-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Longboard 13.5,Rose,US,"Onesta is Jillian Johnson's debut of her own wines; she previously made Cinsault-based reds and rosés for the Phoenix Ranch brand. She is not new, however, to the indelible Bechthold Vineyard and its ancient Cinsault grapes, and her passion and expertise with the site shows gorgeously here. Orange-pink in hue, this beauty shares notes of crushed strawberry that are perfectly in balance with its dry, elegant point-of-view. Sip this one all night long, with food or without.",Bechthold Vineyard,18,92,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Onesta 2012 Bechthold Vineyard Rosé (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/onesta-2012-bechthold-vineyard-rose-central-valley-lodi/,Rosé,2012,Onesta 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a classically crafted Chianti Classico that offers a multifaceted boiuquet of wild cherry, spice and leather, with a hint of meat juices and herbs. The palate shows a core of black-cherry layered with white pepper and rosemary. It's still young, briskly tannic and nervous so give this time to fully develop. Drink 2016–2025.",,18,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Monteraponi 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteraponi-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Monteraponi 14,Red,Portugal,"This is a powerful wine with rich black fruits and strong new-wood flavors. Mint and ripe, juicy berry fruits are balanced by an edge of tannin. While not for long aging, this is still an impressive wine.",Dona Isabel Juliana,,92,Tejo,,,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 2009 Dona Isabel Juliana Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-lagoalva-cima-2009-dona-isabel-juliana-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 15,Red,Argentina,"An exotic component to the bouquet gives this Malbec something different on the nose, namely aromas of blueberry, cardamom and anise. This is full bodied, maybe a touch fat, but with fine balance and rich flavors of blackened toast, licorice, peppercorn and blackberry. A chocolaty, toasty, coffee-laden finish brings mild warmth and gravitas. Drink through 2016.",Piedra Negra Gran,25,91,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,François Lurton 2009 Piedra Negra Gran Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2009-piedra-negra-gran-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2009,François Lurton 14.3,Rose,US,"A rosé of Grenache, grown in Fair Play, Neophyte is golden peach in color and crisp, with a long, spicy finish. Swirls of cucumber, watermelon and Nilla Wafer add depth to the palate. Only 60 cases made.",Neophyte,18,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Fair Play,Baiocchi Wines 2012 Neophyte Rosé (Fair Play),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baiocchi-wines-2012-neophyte-rose-sierra-foothills-fair-play/,Rosé,2012,Baiocchi Wines 15,Red,Spain,"Blueberry, rubber and mint are the key aromas on what amounts to a linear, narrow nose. This Tempranillo-led blend is juicy and fresh in feel as opposed to thick and heavy. Flavors of plum, mint and peppery spice set up a finish that flashes by with light herbal aftershocks and not much more.",Colección Vivanco 4 Varietales,80,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Dinastía Vivanco 2009 Colección Vivanco 4 Varietales (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dinastia-vivanco-2009-coleccion-4-varietales-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2009,Dinastía Vivanco 13.5,White,France,"A full-bodied wine, rich and with peach and pear fruits as well as more citrus character. It's a wine with an edge of steel and crispness, but this is less dominant than the opulent, ripe structure. It does need aging over at least four years.",Schlossberg Grand Cru,27,91,Alsace,Alsace,,André Blanck et ses Fils 2011 Schlossberg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andre-blanck-ses-fils-2011-schlossberg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,André Blanck et ses Fils 14,Red,New Zealand,"The numbered block bottlings usually get the biggest scores, but the regular Felton Road Pinot Noir continues to incrementally improve. The 2010 is medium to full bodied and fruit foward in style, featuring hints of cola and wintergreen that accent elegant cherry fruit. It's not huge but rather finessed, offering a long, silky finish.",Bannockburn,58,91,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2010 Bannockburn Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2010-bannockburn-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2010,Felton Road 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A blend of Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc, giving a fruity wine with a steely core. Green apples and lime come through strongly, finishing a fine wine.",Tirage Extra Brut,,91,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Domaine des Baumard 2010 Tirage Extra Brut Sparkling (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2010-tirage-extra-brut-sparkling-cremant/,Sparkling Blend,2010,Domaine des Baumard 14,Red,Italy,"Torcalvano has fruit and spice aromas of plum, cassis and vanilla, as well as hints of coffee and oak. The palate boasts bracing but fine tannins, and reveals a black-cherry core layered with notes of espresso, white pepper and cinnamon.",Torcalvano,,91,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Folonari 2010 Torcalvano (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folonari-2010-torcalvano-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2010,Folonari 13.5,Red,US,"This wine manages to be elegant and powerful at the same time. Its delicacy comes from vital acidity and a silky texture, while intense red cherry, currant, licorice and sandalwood flavors fuel the power. This is a wine that wants 6–8 years in the cellar.",Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard Sonnie's,55,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Qupé 2010 Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard Sonnie's Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2010-sawyer-lindquist-vineyard-sonnies-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2010,Qupé 14,Red,New Zealand,"This is textbook Pinot Noir executed to a high standard, from cherry and sous bois aromas to supple tannins and a silky finish. There's ample roundness and concentration, and while the wine is fruit focused, it never seems confected, even if it turns slightly chocolaty on the finish.",Leah,32,91,Marlborough,,,Seresin 2010 Leah Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seresin-2010-leah-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Seresin 14,Red,Italy,"This lovely selection has intensely floral fragrances of rose and iris, with whiffs of balsam and leather. The palate shows gorgeous, ripe black cherry and raspberry flavors accented by white pepper and baking spices alongside big, polished tannins. Delicious and drinking well now, so enjoy through the next two or three years.",,25,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Poggio Scalette 2011 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-scalette-2011-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2011,Poggio Scalette 14.9,Red,US,"No reason not to drink this wine right now, it's so delicious. Shows forward flavors of raspberries, cherries and brown sugar, as well as sweet, toasty oak. It's a dessert pastry in a glass, except that the finish is thoroughly dry.",,40,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Roar 2011 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roar-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Roar 14.5,Red,US,"This is a softly delicious, immediately likeable Pinot. It's all about pie-filling raspberries and cherries and cola, with sweet toasted oak and fabulously exotic spices, leading to a dry finish. Defines in its own way coastal Pinot in its ripest, silkiest, drink-me-now incarnation.",Fogstone Vineyard,59,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2010 Fogstone Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2010-fogstone-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2010,Testarossa 13,Red,Italy,"This stunning wine boasts a bright, vibrant character. The palate has a juicy core of black cherry spiced with nutmeg and cinnamon that recalls Christmas cake. It's fresh and delicious, with silky tannins that make it easy to enjoy soon.",Basilica Cafaggio Single Estate,15,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Cafaggio 2010 Basilica Cafaggio Single Estate (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-cafaggio-2010-basilica-single-estate-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Villa Cafaggio 14,White,Portugal,"This is a generous, opulent wine with spicy notes from wood aging complementing pear and ripe apple flavors. There is a sprinkle of lemon zest giving freshness to the rich texture. Full bodied but still well balanced, this is a wine to age. Drink from 2015.",Aguia Moura em Vinhas Velhas Reserva,18,91,Douro,,,Wines & Winemakers 2011 Aguia Moura em Vinhas Velhas Reserva White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2011-aguia-moura-em-vinhas-velhas-reserva-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2011,Wines & Winemakers 14.1,Red,US,"Rich in silky bright blackberry fruit, this blend of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Tempranillo and 8% Syrah-all varieties that have found a happy home in Lake County-is simply delicious. The leathery earthiness of the Tempranillo shines through most brightly, tempered by the structured tannins of the Cab and given a hit of pepper from the Syrah. Enjoy with roast chicken or smoked salmon.",Diamond Mine Cuvée,18,91,California,Lake County,Lake County,Six Sigma Ranch 2010 Diamond Mine Cuvée Red (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-sigma-ranch-2010-diamond-mine-cuvee-red-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Red Blend,2010,Six Sigma Ranch 13.5,Red,Italy,"This young wine shows underbrush aromas, with hints of forest floor and mushroom. The palate offers brooding but ripe tannins, with a juicy berry and plum core layered with sweet vanilla and café au lait accents.",,26,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Casalvento Radda 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casalvento-radda-2010-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Casalvento Radda 14,Red,Italy,This shows plum and coffee aromas along with toasted notes of well-integrated oak. The palate delivers black cherry flavor along with white pepper and cinnamon spice. Let this age a few more years to develop additional complexity.,Riserva,22,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Gabbiano 2010 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-gabbiano-2010-riserva-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Castello di Gabbiano 14.5,White,France,"A blend of Riesling, Pinot Gris and Gewurztraminer from a small vineyard. The result is a wine that is hugely rich and spicy but with a great fresh line of acidity to balance the peach and green plum fruits. It is ready to drink.",Clos du Zahnacker,55,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2009 Clos du Zahnacker White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2009-clos-zahnacker-white-alsace/,Alsace white blend,2009,Cave de Ribeauvillé 14.3,Red,US,"A Barbera of dark black currant and black cherry expression, juicy and spicy, soft, with a long, cinnamon-inspired finish. Priced fairly, this is a fantastic pizza and pasta wine, not overly fussy but exceptionally delicious from start to finish.",Reposado,24,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Borjón 2011 Reposado Barbera (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borjon-2011-reposado-barbera-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Barbera,2011,Borjón 12.5,White,Spain,"This winery consistantly delivers an excellent, pure Verdejo under it's eponymous label. This features strong aromas of nettle, passion fruit and green apple. The palate feel is a blend of zest and roundness, while flavors of citrus, grapefruit and green herbs precede a long finish.",,22,90,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Blanco Nieva 2012 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blanco-nieva-2012-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2012,Blanco Nieva 13,White,France,"A subtly peppered wine made from 60-year-old vines. It is richly textured, creamy with an attractive peach and lemon blend. Not for aging, but this traditional Alsace variety certainly offers a delicious surprise.",Vieilles Vignes,21,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Schoffit 2011 Vieilles Vignes Chasselas (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-schoffit-2011-vieilles-vignes-other-white-chasselas-alsace/,Chasselas,2011,Domaine Schoffit 12,Sparkling,France,"A deliciously fruity Crémant, full of crisp apples, lively acidity and bright tones. There is a touch of peppery spicy to add extra interest. Full of life, this is ready to drink.",Brut,27,90,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Domaine Vincent Stoeffler NV Brut Pinot Blanc-Chardonnay (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-stoeffler-nv-brut-white-blend-pinot-blanc-chardonnay-cremant-dalsace/,Pinot Blanc-Chardonnay,,Domaine Vincent Stoeffler 14,White,France,"Yellow fruits, rich spice and an intense aromatic character come together to produce this ripe, full-bodied wine. It's not overblown, though, offering a contrast of acidity to freshen it up. It's ready to drink, although it can be kept until 2016.",Terroir,17,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zinck 2011 Terroir Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zinck-2011-terroir-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2011,Domaine Zinck 13,White,France,"Delicate, perfumed wine, very fragrant and tightly fruity. The wine has a steely edge to the open fruitiness, a lively character that brings out crisp apples, grapefruit and full acidity.",Les Hospices,23,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Gérard Neumeyer 2011 Les Hospices Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gerard-neumeyer-2011-hospices-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Domaine Gérard Neumeyer 12.5,White,France,"A rich, full-in-the-mouth wine. It is finely textured and concentrated, with ripe character. Its grapefruit flavors are spiced with pepper and nutmeg, giving a firm and structured wine at the end. Age for another year.",,25,90,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Domaine des Mariniers 2012 Pouilly-Fumé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mariniers-2012-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Domaine des Mariniers 12.7,Red,US,"A cool vintage from a cool site, Couloir's Chileno Valley Vineyard Pinot will please those who prefer their wines light and subtle, the wine's character playfully soft, silky and round. Intermixed with its high tones of red fruit is a substantial herbal quality, somewhere between menthol and cedar.",Chileno Valley Vineyard,42,90,California,North Coast,Marin County,Couloir 2011 Chileno Valley Vineyard Pinot Noir (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couloir-2011-chileno-valley-vineyard-pinot-noir-north-coast-marin-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Couloir 13.6,White,US,"What a lovely Chardonnay. It's dry, crisp in acidity and rich in pineapples, limes, peaches and green apples, but despite all that opulence, it has a tight, minerally elegance. Easy to like, and well worth the price.",Reserve,27,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Courtney Benham 2012 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2012-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Courtney Benham 14.5,Red,US,"With smooth, complex tannins, this attractive wine shows the structural elegance of a fine Oakville Cabernet. It's consistent with past estate bottlings from the winery, with dry, savory black currant, cassis and oak flavors that are drinking well now.",Estate,60,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Ghost Block 2010 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-block-2010-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Ghost Block 12.5,White,Spain,"White-flower, citrus and powdery aromas form a pretty opening to this mature, ready-to-drink Albariño. The palate is racy and on its toes, while linear flavors of orange and green banana are focused and finish clean. Drink immediately.",Etiqueta Ámbar,,90,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Granbazán 2011 Etiqueta Ámbar Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/granbazan-2011-etiqueta-ambar-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,Granbazán 14,White,France,"Powerful, concentrated wine, with off dry fruit and a drier, spicy core. Cinnamon, star fruit, and dense spiciness give a wine that does have a serious side to it as well as a more obvious perfumed character.",Schlossberg Grand Cru,28,90,Alsace,Alsace,,André Blanck et ses Fils 2011 Schlossberg Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andre-blanck-ses-fils-2011-schlossberg-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2011,André Blanck et ses Fils 13.5,Red,US,"This estate-grown wine was made by Ken Wright. The aromas are pure cherry—soft and beguiling. Cherry fruit continues on through the core, backed with citrusy acidity and hints of rose petals. That lush cherry fruit carries right on through a lingering finish.",,45,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Angela Estate 2010 Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angela-estate-2010-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2010,Angela Estate 13.9,Red,Argentina,"While the bouquet on this dark-hued Malbec is inky, jammy and a bit stalky smelling, there's ample berry and leather aromas to keep the nose going in the right direction. This is full and jammy on the palate, with blueberry, clove and minty flavors leading to a finish with chocolate and baking spice flavors. Drink now–2016.",Oasis en Altura Flor de Cardon,29,90,Other,Salta,,Anko 2011 Oasis en Altura Flor de Cardon Malbec (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anko-2011-oasis-en-altura-flor-cardon-malbec-salta/,Malbec,2011,Anko 13,Red,France,"Colombo's entry-level Cornas is a reliable bottling whose high quality reflects the impact of the 2010 vintage. It's full bodied and richly textured, with notes of tar, espresso and tapenade that linger through the velvety finish.",Terres Brulées,48,90,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2010 Terres Brulées (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2010-terres-brulees-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2010,Jean-Luc Colombo 11.5,White,Portugal,"This is a blend of 204 different white grape varieities from the experimental vineyards at José Maria da Fonseca. The result is a wonderful mélange of flavors, ripe white and yellow fruits, and a touch of herbs. The bottom line is a fruity wine, layered with great acidity and delicious now.",Colecção Privada 204 Castas,,90,Península de Setúbal,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2012 Colecção Privada 204 Castas White (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2012-coleccao-privada-204-castas-white-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese White,2012,José Maria da Fonseca 14.5,Red,US,"There are lots of rich blackberry, currant and toasty oak flavors in this dry, full-bodied Cabernet. This bottling from Kenwood hasn't always lived up to its potential, but the 2010 is a welcome return to the wine's historic norm.",Jack London Vineyard,30,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Kenwood 2010 Jack London Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2010-jack-london-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Kenwood 14.7,Red,US,"This is the wine for people who say they don't like reds. It's as light and silky as a Beaujolais, yet intensely flavored, with ripe raspberry and cherry flavors. The acidity is Arroyo Grande perfect. Whole cluster fermentation has given this young Pinot a textural complexity. It seems best enjoyed over the next 4–5 years for its fruity vibrance.",Whole Cluster,40,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2011 Whole Cluster Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2011-whole-cluster-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Laetitia 15.2,Red,US,"This Zinfandel shows classic Dry Creek character. It's a briary, brambly wine, slightly rustic in tannin structure, but elegant in its own way, with intricate wild summer berry jam, nettle, white pepper and chamomile tea flavors. There's a richness to the finish that's partly from ripe fruit and partly from the glycerine of high alcohol.",Ramazzotti Vineyard,36,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,V. Sattui 2010 Ramazzotti Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2010-ramazzotti-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,V. Sattui 15.5,Red,US,"The winery's blend of Mourvèdre and Syrah is easily their most accessible, delicious new release. It's softly tannic, with a gentle scour of acidity that's just enough to give the raspberries and red currants brightness and lift. The alcohol is definitely on the high side, but a fantastic grilled steak will ride it in perfect harness.",Either Side of the Hill,38,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Paix Sur Terre 2011 Either Side of the Hill Syrah-Mourvèdre (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paix-sur-terre-2011-either-side-hill-red-blend-syrah-mourvedre-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah-Mourvèdre,2011,Paix Sur Terre 13.3,White,US,"This excellent Pinot Gris is barrel fermented in neutral French oak, and is still young enough to show a yeasty freshness to the aromas and in the mouth. There seems to be a touch of residual sugar, or at least a generous fruity sweetness to the palate. Apple and cinnamon flavors complete the picture.",Reserve,24,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lange 2012 Reserve Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-2012-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Lange 13.5,Red,US,"The brisk acidity is typical of this vineyard. It gives a burst of brightness to the cherry, red currant and mocha flavors that make this Syrah so easy to drink now, although it will gradually develop for up to six years.",Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard,35,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Qupé 2010 Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2010-sawyer-lindquist-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2010,Qupé 13.5,Red,US,"Formerly the SV bottling, this light-hearted reserve shows pretty raspberry fruit with a hard candy character. It's given a peppermint-cinnamon twist—just a hint—perhaps from cooperage in 40% new oak.",Reserve,45,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Stoller 2010 Reserve Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoller-2010-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Stoller 14.5,Red,US,"Sourced from the mighty Cerise Vineyard, Saintsbury has ventured outside of Carneros to make an earthy Pinot Noir with a roasted quality to it, and deep aromas of rose petal and dark cherry.",Cerise Vineyard,54,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Saintsbury 2010 Cerise Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2010-cerise-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Saintsbury 14,Red,Italy,"Rocca di Castagnoli makes this Chianti Classico from its own estate clones. The nose is still a bit closed but reveals dark cherry and earthy undertones. The palate is more expressive, showing ripe black-cherry and eucalyptus flavor, laced with pepper and clove accents. Bracing tannins and bright acidity need time to mellow. Drink 2016–2022.",,22,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Rocca di Castagnoli 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-castagnoli-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Rocca di Castagnoli 14.8,Red,US,"This is one of the winery's higher-alcohol 2011 Pinots, and it shows in a certain heaviness and heat. It's rich and ripe in cherry pie, currant, mocha and exotic baking spice flavors, and will hold in the bottle without necessarily gaining complexity for 10 years.",Evelyn,90,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tantara 2011 Evelyn Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2011-evelyn-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Tantara 14,Red,Argentina,"This black-colored wine is dense, cool and collected on the nose, where earthy, loamy black-fruit aromas hold court. This is huge in the mouth, almost to the point of being syrupy. Dense flavors of ripe blackberry come with chocolate, caramel, vanilla and toasted accents, while the finish is rich like cassis liqueur. Drink this fully ripe Uco Valley Malbec before 2016.",San Carlos,79,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,TeHo 2011 San Carlos Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teho-2011-san-carlos-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,TeHo 15,Red,Portugal,"Perfumed with new wood, this is a very rich and concentrated wine. The tannins are dominant—coming from both the grapes and the firm extraction—giving the wine a bitter chocolate and pepper character. It's a firm wine that needs to age over another 4–5 years.",Quinta Beira Douro,55,90,Douro,,,Quinta de Malho 2011 Quinta Beira Douro Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-malho-2011-beira-douro-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2011,Quinta de Malho 12.5,White,France,"This is a structured and complex wine that's still developing. Its primary fruits of apple and grapefruit are gaining a more mature, steely character that is taut and very textured. It should continue to improve for 2–3 more years.",Nature'S,20,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Louis Sipp 2009 Nature'S Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-sipp-2009-natures-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Louis Sipp 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Concentrated fruit and spice embrace the tannins in this impressively ripe, full wine. It's not from a major Port vintage, but it shows good structure and mature red fruits. It's ready to drink now and very enjoyable.",Vintage,,90,Port,,,Senhora do Convento 1999 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senhora-convento-1999-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1999,Senhora do Convento 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a savory Chianti showing violet and plum aromas with hints of leather. The palate offers black cherry, prune and white pepper flavors, all nicely balanced with edgy but refined tannins and fresh acidity. It will pair beautifully with pastas and bean soups.",,29,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fattoria di Corsignano 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-corsignano-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Fattoria di Corsignano 13.5,Red,US,"A strong effort in a light vintage, Cathy's is the über reserve for Stoller. It's a four-barrel selection from the oldest block in the vineyard, and captures the estate's signature raspberry and cola flavors perfectly. Textural and lightly chocolaty, it's a lovely Pinot to savor or to tuck away for a few more years.",Cathy's,100,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Stoller 2010 Cathy's Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoller-2010-cathys-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Stoller 12.4,Red,US,"Temperance Hill grapes are showcased in this very fine, firm and balanced Pinot Noir. Lightly leafy, it has a core of bright raspberry fruit, with enough depth to feel substantial despite low alcohol. This is a wine with verve and personality, and can be enjoyed immediately or socked away for another half decade.",L'Autre,42,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Sparkman 2011 L'Autre Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2011-lautre-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Sparkman 14,Red,Portugal,"Still young, this fruity, red-berry flavored wine is closed, showing acidity and tannins up front. With time, it should develop into a firm, cool-climate red with acidity and freshness. Drink from 2016.",,,90,Lisboa,,,Quinta do Pinto 2011 Merlot-Syrah (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-pinto-2011-red-blend-merlot-syrah-lisboa/,Merlot-Syrah,2011,Quinta do Pinto 13.7,White,US,"This is Chardonnay just the way lots of people like it. It's dry, but rich in honey, cream and buttered toast notes. The lime, kiwi, mango and peach flavors are delicious.",Estate Vineyard,27,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Gundlach Bundschu 2011 Estate Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-2011-estate-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Gundlach Bundschu 13.5,White,France,"Ripe and full of citrus and perfumed tropical fruits. To balance this, the wine has an intense mineral structure, almost chewy in its concentration. There's a fresh overlay of white currants and just a touch of spice. Age this wine for 3–5 years.",Lieu-dit Harth Tradition,25,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Schoffit 2011 Lieu-dit Harth Tradition Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-schoffit-2011-lieu-dit-harth-tradition-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Domaine Schoffit 13,Red,France,"Obviously wood aged, the wine has a dry core of tannins and a smoky character along with rich red berry fruits. It has weight and an impressive depth of flavor. Still young and dominated by its wood, it should certainly be aged for 3–4 years.",Maxime Vieilles Vignes sur Silex,43,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Vincent Delaporte 2011 Maxime Vieilles Vignes sur Silex (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-delaporte-2011-maxime-vieilles-vignes-sur-silex-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Vincent Delaporte 12.5,White,France,"A beautifully balanced wine, bringing together ripe apples and citrus with fragrant acidity. There is a sense of minerality in the texture, with depth of flavor finishing with lively acidity.",Les Belles Côtes,40,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Roger et Didier Raimbault 2012 Les Belles Côtes (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-didier-raimbault-2012-belles-cotes-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Roger et Didier Raimbault 13.5,White,US,"An exotic but compelling wine that allows Viognier a full expression of its personality, but reins it in with dry elegance. The tropical fruit, nectarine, white flower, honey and vanilla flavors are pure Viognier, yet the wine never loses its structural integrity and minerality. Great value at this price.",,22,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2012 Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2012-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2012,Stolpman 13,White,Portugal,"A wood-aged, smooth and ripe wine from the Cerceal grape, this has rich peach and yellow-plum flavors, a soft texture and an attractive edge of spice from the wood. Sourced from vineyards close to the ocean, south of Oporto.",Branco,35,90,Beira Atlantico,,,Quinta de Foz de Arouce 2012 Branco Cerceal (Beira Atlantico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-foz-arouce-2012-branco-portuguese-white-cerceal-beira-atlantico/,Cerceal,2012,Quinta de Foz de Arouce 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is firm and tannic, while still bringing forward black fruits and creamy wood notes. The second wine of Quinta da Romaneira, it's both an elegant and solid expression of ripe fruit, round tannins and refreshing acidity. Drink from 2014.",Sino da Romaneira,22,90,Douro,,,Quinta da Romaneira 2009 Sino da Romaneira Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-romaneira-2009-sino-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta da Romaneira 13.5,Red,US,"This is the priciest Pinot the winery has released in years, but it's also a very good wine. It shows the silky texture and tart acidity of Carneros, with pleasant cranberry, red cherry and spice flavors. Should hold over the next six years.",Reserve,48,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,V. Sattui 2010 Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2010-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,V. Sattui 13.5,Red,Italy,"This riserva shows ripe aromas of plum and wild cherry accompanied by notes of underbrush and oak. It has lush black-cherry, raspberry, mint and cinnamon flavors, and hints of vanilla and chocolate. It's enjoyable now, thanks to the soft, round tannins and easygoing palate.",Riserva,39,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Tolaini 2010 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolaini-2010-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Tolaini 13.5,White,France,"Ripe and full-bodied wine that still preserves the essential steeliness of Riesling. It has citrus, a fine perfumed character and a floral finale. Age this attractive wine for at least three years.",L'Hostellerie,35,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Emile Beyer 2011 L'Hostellerie Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emile-beyer-2011-lhostellerie-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Emile Beyer 12.5,White,Spain,"Tropical fruit aromas and minerality combine to forge a solid marriage. This feels fresh and citrusy in the mouth, with a salinic note. Flavors of pineapple, green apple and tangerine finish chalky and light. As far as Albariño goes, this is textbook stuff. Drink now.",Gran The Thinker,24,90,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,El Pensador 2011 Gran The Thinker Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-pensador-2011-gran-thinker-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,El Pensador 13.9,Red,US,"Crafted by Billo Naravane from Rasa Vineyards, this is Echo Ridge's sole blend—a mix of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Cab Franc and 17% Merlot—all from the estate vineyard in eastern Oregon. The blend proves to be a bit more complete than the single varietal offerings, with plum, anise, tobacco and a hint of coconut in the finish.",Three Blondes and a Boy,60,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Echo Ridge 2010 Three Blondes and a Boy Red (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echo-ridge-2010-three-blondes-a-boy-red-other-columbia-valley-or/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Echo Ridge 13.5,Red,Italy,"This excellent rosso has alluring fragrances of violet, plum and a touch of leather. The delicious palate delivers plum, black cherry and spice flavors. Vibrant and delightful. Caffo Beverages Inc, Kiwi Distributing.",,20,90,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Contucci 2011 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contucci-2011-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2011,Contucci 13.8,White,US,"Brings to mind a good French Chablis, by virtue of its dryness, racy acidity and minerality. Hints of pineapple and Meyer lemon make it especially attractive. Production was 3,300 cases.",Reserve,20,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Courtney Benham 2012 Reserve Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2012-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Courtney Benham 14,Red,Spain,"Berry, rubber, exotic spice, earth and toast aromas work in harmony. This blend of Tempranillo and Graciano is packed with acidity, structured tannins, oak and red-fruit flavors of plum and raspberry. It's only on the finish where you get richer notes of prune and pastry. Drink through 2022.",Viña del Olivo,130,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Contino 2008 Viña del Olivo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contino-2008-vina-olivo-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2008,Contino 14.5,Red,Spain,"This is a ripe, meaty wine with raisin, mint and licorice aromas. The palate is dense and syrupy, with stewy blackberry flavors mixed with wild herb notes and licorice. That same stewy quality returns on the finish, which is powerful and dark in nature. Drink through 2017.",Selecció,60,90,Catalonia,Priorat,,Clos Berenguer del Molar 2008 Selecció Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-berenguer-molar-2008-seleccio-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2008,Clos Berenguer del Molar 14,Red,Italy,"This has a bright bouquet of iris, crushed cherry and mint. A mouthwatering black-cherry flavor leads the palate, with accents of nutmeg and white pepper. Made in a straightforward style, this will pair wonderfully with mildly seasoned cheeses or pasta topped with ragu.",,19,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Tenuta di Lilliano 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-lilliano-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Tenuta di Lilliano 13.5,Red,Italy,"This distinctive Chianti Classico has a multifaceted bouquet of iris, crushed cherry and truffle along with accents of meat and balsamic herbs. It has a delicious wild cherry flavor, with a hint of orange zest. It's already enjoyable thanks to its forward personality.",,21,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Volpaia 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Volpaia 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Raisin, black plum and oregano are the aromas that define this lightly baked, earthy Malbec. In the mouth, this is direct and slightly raw in feel, but not overly so. Flavors of herbal fruits, raisin and stewed berries finish solid and with a peppery taste that introduces a mild burn to the picture. Drink through 2017.",Deorum Private Collection,20,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Familia Villanueva 2009 Deorum Private Collection Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-villanueva-2009-deorum-private-collection-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Familia Villanueva 13,Red,France,"There is a good depth of flavor here, a wine that's both firmly structured with hints of coffee as well as red hedgerow fruits. A fine balance with the acidity and tannins gives the wine a chance to age for 3–5 years.",,29,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Vincent Delaporte 2012 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-delaporte-2012-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2012,Domaine Vincent Delaporte 14,White,France,"Yes, it is spicy, but this is also an elegant wine, balancing its honeyed sweetness and tropical fruits with a stylish acidity and sophisticated perfume. Warm and round at the end, it is ready to drink.",Terroir,18,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zinck 2011 Terroir Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zinck-2011-terroir-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Domaine Zinck 14.1,White,US,Moderate alcohol brings a streamlined elegance to a variety that can be blowsy. The acidity and minerality firmly ground the tropical fruit flavors.,Estate Grown,28,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Zotovich Cellars 2012 Estate Grown Viognier (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zotovich-cellars-2012-estate-grown-viognier-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Viognier,2012,Zotovich Cellars 14.3,Red,US,"This Reserve, like the winery's regular 2010 Estate Pinot, is notable for acidity, although it is a bit richer. The tartness cuts across the palate like a knife. But it is a delicious, complex wine, with waves of raspberries, cherries and cola, and could somehow resolve itself over the next 5–6 years.",Reserve Estate Grown,56,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Zotovich Cellars 2010 Reserve Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zotovich-cellars-2010-reserve-estate-grown-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Zotovich Cellars 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is still somewhat closed on the nose but reveals hints of plum and espresso. The palate is much more expressive, showing ripe red cherry notes layered with white pepper, cinnamon, vanilla and espresso. A classy and polished wine.",,20,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Monterinaldi 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monterinaldi-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Castello di Monterinaldi 13,White,France,"Very spicy, full-in-the-mouth wine. It has just the right amount of acidity to keep it fresh, but its main thrust is towards rich pepper and weight. At the end, a tighter mineral character appears. Keep for 2–3 years.",,20,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Roland Schmitt 2012 Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roland-schmitt-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2012,Domaine Roland Schmitt 13,White,France,"Intense minerality and acidity are the main thrust of this young wine. It has a steely element, so crisp and nervy, full of green apple and powerful citrus. A wine that needs to age for 3–4 years.",,19,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Jean-Luc Mader 2012 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-luc-mader-2012-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2012,Domaine Jean-Luc Mader 14.2,Red,US,"This Savoy Vineyards Pinot Noir tastes of baked red cherry and caramel, with a depth of flavor and soft, silky tannins. On the long finish is a medley of exotic spices and white pepper wrapped in a satisfying profile of juicy goodness.",Savory Vineyards,56,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Benovia 2010 Savory Vineyards Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benovia-2010-savory-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Benovia 13.8,Red,US,"Candied cherry, cola, brown sugar and toasty oak flavors give this Pinot an immediate deliciousness. Savory acidity and fine tannins add to the sense of balanced importance. While it isn't an ager, it is a dramatic Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir to drink now.",,65,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Guarachi Family 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guarachi-family-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Guarachi Family 14,Red,Italy,"This charming wine has a bright character, showing notes of juicy wild cherry, mint and eucalyptus and accents of leather and truffle. Drink now or wait a few years for tannins to tame down.",,20,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Bibbiano 2011 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bibbiano-2011-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,Bibbiano 13.5,Red,Spain,"Earth, moss, vanilla and oak aromas accent blackberry and dark plum scents. This is grabby, firm and just rich enough, with earthy, toasty flavors of black plum and blackberry blended with herbs. A long, layered, level finish carries smacking tannins as well as freshness. Drink through 2015.",Altos de Losada,38,91,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Losada 2008 Altos de Losada Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/losada-2008-altos-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2008,Losada 14,Red,Spain,"Blackberry aromas are touched up by graphite, char and herbal accents. This feels wide, with wall-to-wall tannins and extracted flavors of loam and earthy plum and blackberry. A lead-pencil note is reprised on the finish, which is tannic in feel and loaded with herbal black-fruit character.",,70,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Teós 2008 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teos-2008-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Teós 12,White,France,"A very aromatic, wood aged wine. It shows great richness and spice from the wood, along with white fruits. The wine also has freshness, in the form of lime and plums. There is a taut, lively aftertaste. Age for 4–5 years.",Domaine des Grandes Esperances Aurora,,91,Loire Valley,Touraine Amboise,,Saget la Perrière 2010 Domaine des Grandes Esperances Aurora Chenin Blanc (Touraine Amboise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saget-perriere-2010-domaine-grandes-esperances-aurora-chenin-blanc-touraine-amboise/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Saget la Perrière 14,Red,Portugal,"Big, black colored wine that is firm and solid while also offering smooth richness. It has concentration, dense and bitter tannins that need time to soften out. Powerful and dense, age this wine for at least four years.",,20,91,Beiras,,,Quinta de Foz de Arouce 2010 Baga-Touriga Nacional (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-foz-arouce-2010-portuguese-red-baga-touriga-nacional-beiras/,Baga-Touriga Nacional,2010,Quinta de Foz de Arouce 12.5,White,US,"A fine wine from a producer that dependably produces one of California's best Roussannes. Texturally, it has the weight of Chardonnay, with some French oak influence and the creaminess of lees aging. The acidity is pronounced. Flavorwise, this 100% varietal wine is complex in citrus fruits, peaches and flinty minerality. It has all the hallmarks of a wine that will age gracefully. Drink now–2020.",Bien Nacido Hillside Estate,40,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Qupé 2010 Bien Nacido Hillside Estate Roussanne (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2010-bien-nacido-hillside-estate-roussanne-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Roussanne,2010,Qupé 14,White,France,"Showing signs of maturity, this is a delicious, rich and ripe wine, full of citrus, mineral and perfumed white fruits. Though rich, it is also bone dry, with tight texture and powerful acidity.",Osterberg Grand Cru,38,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2009 Osterberg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2009-osterberg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Cave de Ribeauvillé 13.9,White,US,"Brander's Sauvignon Blancs are so rich in their own right, they don't even need oak. But when you take a good one, as this is, and add some new French barrels, it becomes even richer. Blended with 35% Semillon, this wine has serious weight and texture, with complex layers of citrus and tropical fruits, buttercream, vanilla and toast. It's a very nuanced white wine, so do not drink it too cold.",Cuvée Nicolas,25,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2011 Cuvée Nicolas Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2011-cuvee-nicolas-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Brander 14.8,Red,US,"What a pretty wine! Made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cab Franc and Petit Verdot, it's delicious and complex, with each of the grape varieties bringing something different. The blackberry, cherry, currant and cedar flavors are wrapped into silky tannins. Should age for 5–6 years, but there's no reason you can't drink it now.",San Andreas Red,49,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Black Ridge 2009 San Andreas Red Red (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-ridge-2009-san-andreas-red-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Black Ridge 13.3,White,US,"This estate-grown offering was a standout among several dozen tasted for a feature story. It's loaded with bright fruit flavors of grapefruit and pear, and even in the warm 2012 vintage, it maintains the grape's signature minerality, while moving gracefully into a detailed, focused finish.",,18,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Bethel Heights 2012 Pinot Blanc (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-2012-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Bethel Heights 13.2,Red,US,"Give this young Pinot 3–4 years to begin to develop, and possibly far longer before the fruit fades away. Right now, it's tannic and closed, despite sweet, ripe cherry, raspberry and cola flavors. It shows firm acidity and a fine jacket of oak that has not yet been integrated with the fruit. So intense and powerful, it's hard to believe the alcohol is a low 13.2% by volume.",Great Oak Vineyard,36,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2010 Great Oak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2010-great-oak-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Joseph Swan Vineyards 14,Red,Spain,"Deep berry and mocha aromas form a red-carpet opening that's topped off by chocolate and earth. And while this is a bit soft and jammy on the tongue, there's enough structure to support baked, rich, black-fruit flavors and dark spice notes. A finish full of mossy notes, prune and mellow tannins says drink this wine now through 2015.",Xestal,35,92,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Gancedo 2007 Xestal Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gancedo-2007-xestal-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2007,Gancedo 15.2,Red,US,"The winery's Vintage Select Cabernet was famous in its day as one of California's greatest and most long-lived. It's not entirely clear why they changed the name to Vintage Selection, but this is still a very good wine. Ripe, succulent currant fruit and a soft mouthfeel are the highlights, seconded by complexity, dryness and a gentle application of new French oak. So gently appealing now, it's drinkable, and should develop for 6–10 years.",Vintage Selection,90,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2010 Vintage Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2010-vintage-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Charles Krug 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a classically crafted Brunello, with nuanced aromas of violet, iris, tobacco and clove on the nose. The palate delivers a core of black cherry flavor punctuated with nutmeg, eucalyptus and truffle. It's tight and tannic now, but should develop great complexity with time; drink 2016–2023.",,42,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castelli Martinozzi 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelli-martinozzi-2008-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2008,Castelli Martinozzi 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a textbook Chianti Classico, with dark berry and plum aromas accented by hints vanilla and clove. The palate boasts a core of wild cherry flavors layered with balsamic herbs. Still tightly tannic, it needs a few more years to unwind.",,19,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello della Paneretta 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-della-paneretta-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Castello della Paneretta 12,Dessert,France,"The acidity is almost shocking, cutting through the richness of the wine. Its sweet apple and lemon flavors balance the honey and maple syrup notes. The wine is still young, demanding aging over a decade at least. beautifully ripe. Screwcap.",Carte d'Or,,92,Loire Valley,Coteaux du Layon,,Domaine des Baumard 2011 Carte d'Or Chenin Blanc (Coteaux du Layon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2011-carte-dor-chenin-blanc-coteaux-layon/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Domaine des Baumard 14.3,White,US,"An abundance of everything marks this best-barrel selection, which always is the winery's most expensive Chardonnay. The richness of the tropical fruit and apricot flavors is obvious. So is the oak. The result is as opulent a Chardonnay as California is capable of producing, but one that, awesome as it is, nonetheless lacks the interest of Testarossa's single-vineyard Chardonnays.",Diana's,59,92,California,California Other,California,Testarossa 2010 Diana's Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2010-dianas-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Testarossa 14.2,Red,US,"What a delicious Pinot Noir. The cool, long vintage has given it wonderful lightness and acidity, yet also an intensity of fruit that makes it irresistible. Marked by flavors of raspberries, cherries, cola and red currants, it's a wine to savor now, with Pinot-friendly foods such as lamb and steak.",Garys' Vineyard,59,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2010 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2010-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2010,Testarossa 14.5,Red,US,"The winery brings a Pinot Noir-esque touch to this Syrah, with its silky-heavy texture and cherry, cola and white pepper flavors. The tannins give it away, lending weight and substance, but still, it's amazingly supple for Syrah this powerful. Drink now–2016.",Garys' Vineyard,54,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2010 Garys' Vineyard Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2010-garys-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2010,Testarossa 14.1,White,US,"This has traditionally been a top bottling for Sojourn, and the 2011 is especially good. The vibrant acidity and pineapple, tropical fruit and honeysuckle flavors are intense and pure. Drink it now and over the next three years.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,45,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sojourn 2011 Sangiacomo Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sojourn-2011-sangiacomo-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Sojourn 13,White,Portugal,"This is a rich and full-bodied wine that's ripe and generous. It has spice, ripe apple and crisp pear-skin flavors along with tight, mineral acidity. Drink now, or keep for one year.",Muros Antigos,16,90,Vinho Verde,,,Anselmo Mendes 2012 Muros Antigos Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anselmo-mendes-2012-muros-antigos-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2012,Anselmo Mendes 15,Red,Italy,"Made with organic grapes, this riserva offers very ripe plum and black-cherry notes layered with pepper, vanilla and coffee accents. While the fruit is delicious, it's very ripe tasting and has a bit of warmth to the palate and on the finish.",Riserva Vigna del Sorbo,70,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fontodi 2010 Riserva Vigna del Sorbo (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontodi-2010-riserva-vigna-sorbo-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Fontodi 14.9,Red,Argentina,"Full-scale plum and berry aromas come with pastry notes. This feels big, a touch raspy and with firm tannins. Flavors of prune, jammy berry, coffee and chocolate are rich and rubbery, while blackberry, dark chocolate and peppery tones carry the finish. Drink through 2018.",Reserva,30,90,Mendoza Province,San Carlos,,Laureano Gomez 2010 Reserva Malbec (San Carlos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laureano-gomez-2010-reserva-malbec-san-carlos/,Malbec,2010,Laureano Gomez 13.5,White,France,"Very perfumed white flowers and fragrant lemon blossom lead on the nose. It is so crisp, textured and nervy, as well as very attractive now. There is a fine shot of orange zest to give further fragrance at the end.",Le Kottabe,30,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2011 Le Kottabe Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2011-le-kottabe-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Josmeyer 13.1,White,US,"Tart and racy, with pleasing minerality under a wash of citrus peel and citrus fruit, this is an excellent effort in a difficult vintage. Grapefruit and stone flavors combine to give it an excellent, long finish.",Three Hills Cuvée,38,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lange 2011 Three Hills Cuvée Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-2011-three-hills-cuvee-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Lange 14,Red,Argentina,"Plum, raspberry, graham cracker and a note of rubbery latex define the nose. The palate is juicy, fit and pure in its delivery of blackberry, black plum and pastry flavors. A smooth, lush finish confirms that this is excellent Bonarda, a variety that rarely reaches such heights.",Single Vineyard Reserva,20,90,Mendoza Province,Agrelo,,Lamadrid 2010 Single Vineyard Reserva Bonarda (Agrelo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamadrid-2010-single-vineyard-reserva-other-red-bonarda-agrelo/,Bonarda,2010,Lamadrid 13.5,White,France,"Pale gold in color, the wine is already hinting at maturity. It is deliciously ripe, perfumed with layers of green herbs and a finely textured character. Great acidity gives a tight, bright aftertaste.",Bollenberg,35,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Zusslin 2010 Bollenberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zusslin-2010-bollenberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2010,Zusslin 15,Red,Argentina,"Crisp opening aromas of dark fruits turn smoky and suggest freshly laid asphalt. This is flush and tannic, with lots of punch. A firm but narrow palate holds racy blackberry flavors offset by salty notes. On the finish, this is forward and stout. Drink through 2020.",,85,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Krasia May 2010 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krasia-may-2010-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Krasia May 14,Red,Portugal,"With its arm-breaking, heavy bottle, this is a wine obviously meant to impress. Old vines do give concentration, and heavy tannins promise aging. The wine is packed with ripe plums and black currants, but leathery notes and a feathered texture suggests the wine is already evolving.",Pegos Claros Grande Escolha,30,90,Palmela,,,Wines & Winemakers 2010 Pegos Claros Grande Escolha Castelão (Palmela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2010-pegos-claros-grande-escolha-portuguese-red-castelao-palmela/,Castelão,2010,Wines & Winemakers 14,Red,Italy,"Maestro opens with fruit and balsamic aromas of red currant, grilled pepper and Mediterranean herbs. The palate is still quite tight and closed, but reveals soft flavors of plum, black cherry, espresso and nutmeg. This needs a little more time to open up, so give it a few more years in the cellar.",Maestro,37,90,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Palazzo Vecchio 2010 Maestro (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palazzo-vecchio-2010-maestro-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,Palazzo Vecchio 14.2,White,US,"Not a big wine, but an elegant one, displaying lovely Chardonnay character at a good price. Creamy flavors of pineapples, mangoes, buttered toast and vanilla bean make it delicious.",,20,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Ray 2012 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2012-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Martin Ray 12.5,White,France,"This is a very fruity, youthful wine, with fine acidity and great citrus and green apple flavors. It also has a firm texture, with a mineral core that promises several years of aging ahead. A well-made wine from the son of Denis Gaudry, who has a separate vineyard in Pouilly.",,23,90,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Nicolas Gaudry 2012 Pouilly-Fumé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-gaudry-2012-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Nicolas Gaudry 13.5,Red,Italy,"Avignonesi's Vino Nobile offers an alluring fragrance of rose petal and balsamic herbs along with cherry and spice accents. The palate delivers restrained black fruit flavors alongside notes of chocolate and licorice. Despite the tannic finish, this is fast approaching its ideal drinking window.",,31,90,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Avignonesi 2010 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avignonesi-2010-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2010,Avignonesi 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a classically crafted Chianti Classico, showing earthy aromas of underbrush and porcini mushroom, with whiffs of leather and spice. The palate delivers a juicy black-cherry flavor, accented by white pepper and herbal spice. It's tightly knit, with bracing but refined tannins.",,24,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Bandini Villa Pomona 2011 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bandini-villa-pomona-2011-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,Bandini Villa Pomona 13.6,White,US,"A new cuvée for Apolloni, this is a rich reserve wine that's loaded with mouth-coating flavors of lanolin, lemon curd, candied orange peel and ripe pear. A pleasant streak of vanilla adds interest to the finish.",L Cuvée,19,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Apolloni 2012 L Cuvée Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apolloni-2012-l-cuvee-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Apolloni 13.8,Red,Argentina,"This is Alamos's top Malbec, and it is fat and savory on the nose, with rubber, leather, asphalt and cured-meat aromas in addition to showing jammy fruit scents. In the mouth, this is lush and meaty, with blueberry, jerky and campfire flavors. A toasty, stout finish is big and weighty, but overall this fruit bomb is balanced.",Selección,20,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 2010 Selección Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2010-seleccion-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Alamos 20,Port/Sherry,Spain,"This dry Sherry is a touch hot, with alcohol swirling around the glass, but there's also complex, welcoming aromas of almond, apricot and toffee. The palate is appropriately rich, with flavors of caramel, toasted nuts and buttered toast. A finish with walnut, truffle and mushroom flavors urges contemplation.",Leonor Palo Cortado,25,90,Andalucia,Jerez,,González Byass NV Leonor Palo Cortado Palomino (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gonzalez-byass-nv-leonor-palo-cortado-sherry-palomino-jerez/,Palomino,,González Byass 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Hand of God is Santiago Achaval's (Achaval-Ferrer) new wine venture and the name references the infamous World Cup goal scored by Diego Maradona in 1986. This blend of Malbec, Syrah and Petit Verdot opens with violet, blueberry and graham cracker aromas. It's snappy and tight as a drum, with hard tannins and sharp acidity. Flavors of blueberry, cassis and boysenberry are lively and finish with spice and chocolate. Drink from 2014–2019.",Fingerprint Series Sobremesa Vineyard,45,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Hand of God 2010 Fingerprint Series Sobremesa Vineyard Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hand-god-2010-fingerprint-series-sobremesa-vineyard-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2010,Hand of God 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Named after its winemaker, Domingos Soares Franco, this is a powerful, concentrated wine. Still very young, it is full of blackberry fruits that need time to fully integrate into the dry tannins and layered wood notes. It's a dense wine with great potential. Drink from 2016.",Domingos Touriga Nacional & Syrah,,90,Península de Setúbal,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2011 Domingos Touriga Nacional & Syrah Red (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2011-domingos-touriga-nacional-syrah-red-peninsula-setubal/,Touriga Nacional Blend,2011,José Maria da Fonseca 13,White,France,"A surprisingly fresh wine, balancing acidity with powerful spiciness. It's ripe and full in the mouth, as spice and honey cut with a more bitter edge of quince jelly and lime acidity. Age this fine wine for at least five years.",Furstentum Grand Cru,27,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Joseph Fritsch 2011 Furstentum Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-fritsch-2011-furstentum-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Joseph Fritsch 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This dense, black-colored wine throws great weight around. It's firmly concentrated, with stylish elegance from perfectly ripe black-currant fruits. Dark and lush, it finishes with soft acidity. It could benefit from several years aging, so drink from 2017.",Domini,,92,Douro,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2010 Domini Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2010-domini-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,José Maria da Fonseca 14,Red,Spain,"Among a small population of varietal Spanish Cabernets, Pago Valdebellón is exemplary. Bold plum and cassis aromas come with a needling of green notes and spice. In the mouth, this is tight and tannic, but not angry. Flavors of herbal raspberry come with a minty aftertaste, while the finish is lively and herbal, with a touch of heat. Drink now through 2020.",Pago Valdebellón,135,92,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Abadia Retuerta 2009 Pago Valdebellón Cabernet Sauvignon (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-2009-pago-valdebellon-cabernet-sauvignon-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Abadia Retuerta 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This is textbook juice for the cellar. A cool, herbal nose turns cedary and stout. It's wall-to-wall tannins now, with complex flavors of red fruits mingling with tomato leaf, oregano, spice and tobacco (reflections of the 40% Cabernet Sauvignon that goes with more familiar Malbec). A bullish finish with mild green notes should soften with aging. Drink from 2014 to 2021.",Finca Pedregal Single Vineyard Barrancas Vineyards,72,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2010 Finca Pedregal Single Vineyard Barrancas Vineyards Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2010-finca-pedregal-single-vineyard-barrancas-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Pascual Toso 13.7,Red,US,"With tight acidity like a squeeze of lemon and a lightness of being, this Pinot can be described as elegant rather than opulent. The feral, exotic flavors of pine cones, wild herbs, tea, raspberries and cola suggest the Fort Ross area. There's an exciting complexity and challenge to this wine. It doesn't dazzle you, but makes you think about it, and will certainly reward pairing with serious foods, as it changes in the glass.",Marine Layer,45,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Banshee Wines 2011 Marine Layer Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banshee-wines-2011-marine-layer-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Banshee Wines 13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine has aromas of underbrush, cherry and leather, with a hint of spices. The palate boasts wild cherry, mint, menthol, and meat juices and shows structure and balance. Give this a few more years to develop complexity. Siena Imports, Barsotti Wines.",Terra di Lamole,21,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,I Fabbri 2010 Terra di Lamole (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-fabbri-2010-terra-lamole-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,I Fabbri 14.5,Red,France,"This wine epitomizes the lush ripeness of the 2009 vintage, yet does so without going over the top into dried fruit. Instead, it delivers brandied cherries spiced with cinnamon and clove, plus a touch of chocolate. It's full bodied and maybe just a bit warm, but the long finish is textured like fine suede. Drink now–2020.",Vieilles Vignes,42,92,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Tardieu-Laurent 2009 Vieilles Vignes Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2009-vieilles-vignes-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Tardieu-Laurent 13.5,Red,Spain,"There's a mountain of fresh, jumpy red- and black-fruit aromas on this young Bierzo. In the mouth, this is lush and fleshy, with full ripeness expressed through prune and black-fruit flavors. A stout and satisfying finish offers a quality ending to what amounts to a high-quality wine.",,17,90,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Luna Beberide 2011 Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-beberide-2011-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2011,Luna Beberide 14.5,Red,US,"An impressive Syrah, showing a good structure of acids and tannins and considerable complexity. Offers layers of blackberries, charred meat, moo shu plum sauce and exotic, peppery spices, wrapped into firm but finely-ground tannins. Drink over the next six years.",Goosechase Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2010 Goosechase Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2010-goosechase-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2010,Longboard 14.5,Red,Spain,"Savory aromas of turned earth and roasted plum and berry are subtle and appealing. This dark-colored wine is thick and grabby on the palate, with roasted, earthy flavors of loam, toast and blackberry. The finish is long but comes with some heat. Drink this big-boned Toro now through 2017.",Gago,31,90,Northern Spain,Toro,,Telmo Rodríguez 2008 Gago (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2008-gago-red-toro/,Red Blend,2008,Telmo Rodríguez 14.5,Red,US,"Nicely dry and silky in the mouth, with a light texture but heavyweight cherry, cola, currant and cranberry flavors, brightened with tart acidity. Shows a sophisticated approach to Pinot, and should hold and develop in the bottle over the next eight years.",Corral,60,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tantara 2011 Corral Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2011-corral-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Tantara 14.4,Red,US,"The best thing about this Syrah is its exceptional dryness, which gives it a fine, savory elegance despite the obvious power of ripe blackberries mingled with tobacco, black pepper and grilled meat. The acid-tannin balance is just fine. It would not be surprising if this firm young Syrah improves over the next 5–6 years.",Estate Grown,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2011 Estate Grown Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2011-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2011,Stolpman 13.5,Red,Italy,"This has lovely aromas of violet, iris and woodland berries, with just a hint of truffle. The palate is still young and tightly knit, with ripe cherry, plum and red currant flavors alongside a hint of green pepper. Drink 2015–2022.",,26,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Antico Borgo di Sugame 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antico-borgo-sugame-2010-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Antico Borgo di Sugame 12.5,White,Spain,"Flowery aromas of peach, honeysuckle and vanilla give this wine its marching orders. A smooth, juicy palate is what makes Laxas one of Rías Baixas's best wines. Citrus, apple and minerality combine effortlessly on the palate, and the finish is long, clean and oceanic.",Laxas,22,90,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,As Laxas 2012 Laxas Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/as-laxas-2012-laxas-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2012,As Laxas 13.6,White,US,"A blend of Muscat Canelli and Orange Muscat, this off-dry, stainless-steel fermented wine offers a panoply of scents and flavors. Ripe melon, apricot, candied citrus and the telltale orange zest of Muscat are all here in abundance. The residual sugar is 23 g/L but nicely set against refreshing acidity.",,18,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Echo Ridge 2012 Muscat Canelli (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echo-ridge-2012-muscat-canelli-other-columbia-valley-or/,Muscat Canelli,2012,Echo Ridge 14,Red,Spain,"Lusty black-fruit aromas mesh with hints of tobacco and mocha on the bouquet. The palate feels lively and not overly heavy, while flavors of coconut and butter announce plenty of oak on top of core cherry and plum fruit. Drink through 2018.",Coto Real Reserva,45,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2010 Coto Real Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2010-coto-real-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2010,El Coto 13.3,White,US,"All-stainless fermented, this flavorful Pinot Gris displays fleshy, ripe pear flavors, with a light dusting of cinnamon spice. Simply delicious, and ready right now.",,15,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Walnut City WineWorks 2012 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walnut-city-wineworks-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Walnut City WineWorks 14,Red,Spain,"Aromas of vanilla, cinnamon, oak grain and spicy, dried fruits are classic and welcoming. This is an elegant wine with nice layering on the palate and spicy flavors of oak, baked plum and stewed berries. A long, mild, oaky finish is classy and doesn't punish. Drink this classy wine now through 2018.",Izarbe Reserva Seleccion,32,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Larchago 2006 Izarbe Reserva Seleccion (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-larchago-2006-izarbe-reserva-seleccion-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Larchago 13.5,White,US,"Made without oak fermentation or barrel aging, this wine is the essence of Santa Ynez fruit. It's savory and rich with lemons, limes, kiwis and oranges, as well as a touch of tart gooseberry.",Mesa Verde Vineyard,22,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2012 Mesa Verde Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2012-mesa-verde-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Brander 13,White,France,"Fragrant currant aromas drive this concentrated and rich wine forward. The old vines give a great depth of flavor and ripeness while keeping the fine herbaceous citrus touch. It's that rare Sancerre for aging, over 3–4 years.",Vieilles Vignes,45,92,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Roger et Didier Raimbault 2011 Vieilles Vignes (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-didier-raimbault-2011-vieilles-vignes-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Roger et Didier Raimbault 14.5,Red,US,"This half Zinfandel and half Barbera from Iscander Borjón, the young owner of Borjón Winery, is a stunning introduction to his wines. Soft, spicy and sexy good, it deftly shows off the one-two punch that is Zin and Barbera in the Sierra Foothills, a mouthful of dusty blackberry and bright, lush cinnamon-cassis.",Diferente,45,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Borjón 2010 Diferente Red (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borjon-2010-diferente-red-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Red Blend,2010,Borjón 12.5,White,France,"A really taut wine, this is very nervy. It brings out the ageworthy qualities of fine Alsace Riesling, offering white fruits and fragrant acidity. Crisp and fruity on the surface, it is steely right at its core. Keep for 3–5 years.",Clos Liebenberg,38,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Zusslin 2010 Clos Liebenberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zusslin-2010-clos-liebenberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2010,Zusslin 14.5,Red,France,"Earthy in character, this is a rustic wine. It does have attractive red fruits, and balancing acidity but these elements come up against a barnyard character and firm tannins.",,13,83,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Nozières 2011 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nozieres-2011-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Château Nozières 12,White,France,"The top cuvée from Domaine des Tilleuls is a Muscadet with just an extra amount of richness and depth of flavor. Apples, pears and aromatic acidity give a wine that has some complexity, a mineral texture and the ability to age for another year or two.",Les Quatre Chanteaux Sur Lie,,89,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Domaine des Tilleuls 2011 Les Quatre Chanteaux Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tilleuls-2011-quatre-chanteaux-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2011,Domaine des Tilleuls 12.5,White,France,"Relatively soft wine, it is fruity, showing ripe yellow as well as green and citrus fruits. It is a mouthful of fruitiness and minerality neatly combined with acidity. It has enough structure to suggest it could age for up to four years.",Domaine de la Perrière,,89,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Saget la Perrière 2012 Domaine de la Perrière (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saget-perriere-2012-domaine-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Saget la Perrière 14.4,Red,Croatia,"Bright red cherry and plum flavors are cloaked in layers of chocolate, leather and dried herbs on this lush, luxurious Plavac Mali. The palate is deeply penetrating with ripe black fruit, and a tannic structure that builds in density towards the finish. Soft floral notes add a feminine flair.",Sv Roko,29,89,Neretvansko Vinogorje,,,Saints Hills 2010 Sv Roko Plavac Mali (Neretvansko Vinogorje),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saints-hills-2010-sv-roko-other-red-plavac-mali-neretvansko-vinogorje/,Plavac Mali,2010,Saints Hills 13,White,France,"The typical spiciness of Gewurztraminer is balanced here by warm tropical fruitiness and a delicious line of crisp lime acidity. Aromatic, rounded and soft, it would benefit from aging a year.",,19,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave Freudenreich 2012 Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-freudenreich-2012-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Cave Freudenreich 13.2,White,US,"Labeled Willamette Valley, but actually sourced from the Eola Hills, this excellent 2011 has good concentration across the palate. There are streaks of almond, citrus skin, a hint of grapefruit, and overall a very refreshing minerality.",Estate Bottled,,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Witness Tree 2011 Estate Bottled Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/witness-tree-2011-estate-bottled-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Witness Tree 12.5,Red,Portugal,"Earthy yet fruity, this second wine from Romaneira is delicately textured, full of red fruit and soft tannins, and ready to drink. There's a fine flourish of acidity on the finish.",Sino da Romaneira,22,88,Douro,,,Quinta da Romaneira 2010 Sino da Romaneira Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-romaneira-2010-sino-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Quinta da Romaneira 13,Rose,France,"Deliciously fresh wine that is very fruity in character. The wine is crisp, just with a touch of vanilla and full of red fruits. For drinking now.",Rosé,27,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Vincent Delaporte 2011 Rosé Pinot Noir (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-delaporte-2011-rose-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Vincent Delaporte 14.1,Red,US,"This is a lean Dominus, showing the difficulties of the vintage. It's dry and tannic, with black currant, cherry and cassis flavors that are wrapped in strong, hard tannins. It's a good wine, but lacks the r ich complexity you expect from this property.",,179,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominus 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominus-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Dominus 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Fresh strawberries dominate this attractive, ripe wine. It is clean, fragrant, very fruity in character. There is a fine line of acidity cutting through the smooth mousse and offering a fine final balance.",Brut Rosé,20,88,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Domaine Fernand Engel NV Brut Rosé Pinot Noir (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fernand-engel-nv-brut-rose-pinot-noir-cremant-dalsace/,Pinot Noir,,Domaine Fernand Engel 13,White,France,"A ripe, very spicy wine, full of melon and peach fruit flavors but light on the acidity. It's generous with an opulent character that is balanced by a pepper and spice edge. Ready to drink.",Domaine Saint-Rémy Im Berg,20,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Ehrhart 2011 Domaine Saint-Rémy Im Berg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ehrhart-2011-saint-remy-im-berg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2011,Domaine Ehrhart 12.5,Red,France,"Rich and full in character, the wine, from a small walled vineyard, has red and black berry fruits along with some good flavor depth and well integrated tannins. The wine is solid, while also offering ready-to-drink fruitiness. Screwcap.",Clos de la Folie,,88,Loire Valley,Anjou,,Domaine des Baumard 2009 Clos de la Folie Cabernet Franc (Anjou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2009-clos-folie-cabernet-franc-anjou/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Domaine des Baumard 13,White,France,With pink hints from the skins of the Pinot Gris this wine has honey and canned apricot syrup flavors. The spice and acidity complement each other at the end of this attractive wine.,Cuvée Romanus,18,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2012 Cuvée Romanus Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2012-cuvee-romanus-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2012,Lucien Albrecht ,Red,US,"This is a useful wine, dry and smooth and elegant, and it has some rich flavors. Offers waves of blackberries, currants, cassis liqueur, sweet grilled Canadian bacon, anise and black pepper, wrapped into firm tannins that need oil, cheese and rich beef to cut through. Good for drinking now.",,19,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Novy 2010 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2010,Novy 13.2,Red,US,"Tangy acidity and pretty raspberry fruit mark this intro-level Pinot Noir from Lange. There's a hint of funk, and some spice from aging in 25% new French oak.",,24,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lange 2011 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-2011-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Lange 13.2,Red,US,"For this unusual red, La Clarine Farm has sourced Nebbiolo, Mourvèdre and Syrah, combining them together for a savory, intensely perfumed wine with strawberry, herb and rose petal highlights. The wine is bright in acidity and recommended as the perfect pizza wine, which is exactly right.",Piedi Grandi,24,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,La Clarine Farm 2011 Piedi Grandi Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarine-farm-2011-piedi-grandi-red-sierra-foothills/,Red Blend,2011,La Clarine Farm 14.8,Red,US,"Massive chocolate, black cherry and cassis flavors mark this Cab, not to mention a liberal quantity of sweet, toasty oak. Although it's dry, it tastes as sweet as a dessert pastry. Not an ager, it should be opened by 2016.",Bench Blend,45,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2010 Bench Blend Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2010-bench-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,William Hill Estate 13.3,Red,US,"From a sub-region of Lodi, El Taxi is a pleasing Cabernet Sauvignon softened by 20% Merlot that's deep in dark cherry and currant filling, accentuated by tobacco, chocolate and peppery spice.",El Taxi,24,88,California,Central Valley,Clements Hills,Vino Vargas 2011 El Taxi Cabernet Sauvignon (Clements Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-vargas-2011-el-taxi-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-clements-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Vino Vargas 13.5,Red,Italy,"This offers intense aromas of violet, plum and crushed berry along with a whiff of orange zest. The palate opens with wild cherry, black fruit and nutmeg flavors, but then concludes rather abruptly with dry tannins on the finish.",,30,88,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Boscarelli 2010 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boscarelli-2010-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,Boscarelli 14.3,Red,US,"A very rich, jammy wine, in fact a little heavy, with extracted black cherry and cola flavors, liberally enhanced by oak. Sure is delicious, but not an ager, so drink soon.",Clone 667,45,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2010 Clone 667 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2010-clone-667-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Byron 14,Red,Spain,"The nose on this gran reserva is a touch grassy and green on top, with herbal, cheesy, dark-berry aromas resting below. A choppy mouthfeel with zesty raspberry, plum and cassis flavors is framed by hard tannins, while the finish of herbal and tomato flavors ends with lasting oak notes. Drink now through 2018.",Gran Reserva,40,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marques de Tomares 2005 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-tomares-2005-gran-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Marques de Tomares 14.1,Red,US,"A balanced, complex Syrah, a little lower in alcohol than many others, and as a result smoother and more elegant. At the same time, it has potent blackberry, currant, bacon and pepper flavors. Drink now–2015.",,36,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Margerum 2009 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2009,Margerum 14.1,White,US,"Despite a chilly vintage, the winery successfully avoiding the green fruit that plagues so much Sauvignon Blanc from 2011. While the wine is dry, it's rich in citrus, pear, tropical fruit and honey flavors, with a touch of spicy oak.",,32,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Merry Edwards 15.4,Red,US,"This 100% Mourvèdre is not without its problems, but it is terrifically interesting, and one to watch as this new producer evolves. The wine is absolutely dry, with the silky lightness of Pinot Noir, although the alcohol is very high, which gives some mouth burn. The flavors are complex, including fresh red berries and cola and a generous sprinkling of exotic spices.",Comes a Time,38,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Paix Sur Terre 2011 Comes a Time Mourvèdre (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paix-sur-terre-2011-comes-a-time-mourvedre-central-coast-paso-robles/,Mourvèdre,2011,Paix Sur Terre 13.8,Red,US,"Still tastes very young and fresh, with candied licorice, blackberry jam and moo-shu plum sauce flavors. The structure of tannins and acids is just fine, as is the overall balance, but the wine is a little rude, like a teenage kid with questionable manners. Give it 2–3 years to grow up.",Rosella's Vineyard,32,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Novy 2010 Rosella's Vineyard Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2010-rosellas-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2010,Novy 13.8,White,US,"Direct and appealing with notes of herbs and freshly cut apple. It's dry, medium bodied and textured in feel, pulling back toward the finish.",,14,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 2012 Pinot Blanc (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-2012-pinot-blanc-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Foris 14.8,Red,US,"Lots of rich, complex raspberry, cherry, red currant and spice flavors in this dry, silky wine. It's quite well made, although it is a little sharp. Could develop, but seems best opened by 2014.",Bennett Valley Cuvée,38,88,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Grey Stack 2011 Bennett Valley Cuvée Pinot Noir (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grey-stack-2011-bennett-valley-cuvee-pinot-noir-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Grey Stack 12.5,White,France,"An opulent, ripe and full-bodied wine, it is full of creamed apple, pink grapefruit acidity and a tangy, zesty character. The fruit is very direct, pure, crisp and drives the wine deliciously forward.",Mise du Printemps,30,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2012 Mise du Printemps Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2012-mise-printemps-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Josmeyer 12.5,White,France,"Steely, mineral wine, very textured and tight in character. Though touched with apple and citrus fruit notes, this one needs to age to round out. With its acidity and green asparagus flavors, give it 2–3 years. Screwcap.",La Chatellenie,25,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Joseph Mellot 2012 La Chatellenie (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-mellot-2012-chatellenie-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Joseph Mellot 13.9,White,New Zealand,"This new venture of Erica and Kim Crawford has turned out a charming, medium-bodied Pinot Gris that Goldilocks would undoubtedly call, “just right.” Mixed stone-fruit flavors end on a citrusy, refreshing note.",,20,88,Marlborough,,,Loveblock 2011 Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loveblock-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2011,Loveblock 12,Sparkling,Spain,"The stalky, yeasty aromas on this sparkler are typical for Cava. The mouthfeel is big and a touch flabby, with wheaty, stalky flavors of brined apple and papaya. On the finish, apple and lime flavors are in control, but there's also a streak of haystack and brine that keeps a lid on how good this could be.",Conca del Riu Anoia Barcelona L'hereu,23,88,Catalonia,Penedès,,Raventós I Blanc 2010 Conca del Riu Anoia Barcelona L'hereu Sparkling (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raventos-i-blanc-2010-conca-riu-anoia-barcelona-lhereu-sparkling-penedes/,Sparkling Blend,2010,Raventós I Blanc 14.5,Red,Italy,"Made using Ciliegiolo, a native grape, this boasts obvious oak, coffee and tobacco leaf aromas. The dense palate offers rich plum and espresso flavors. It'd be interesting to see this aged in large neutral casks instead of barriques to have the complexity but less obvious wood sensations that muffle the grape.",Poggio Ciliegio,32,88,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Rascioni e Cecconello 2010 Poggio Ciliegio (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rascioni-e-cecconello-2010-poggio-ciliegio-italian-white-ciliegiolo-maremma-toscana/,Ciliegiolo,2010,Rascioni e Cecconello 14,Red,Spain,"Rubber, toast and black-fruit aromas comprise the bouquet. The palate feels traditional for Rioja, meaning it's medium bodied, with pronounced acidity and some choppiness. Flavors of vanilla, dried fruits and oak hollow out on the finish, leaving an acid-based tang.",Reserva,15,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Raiza 2008 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raiza-2008-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Raiza 13,Red,Portugal,"Made from 100% Touriga Nacional grapes, this wine is very perfumed and fruity while also structured. It is still young, showing its tannins and acidity as much as its berry fruits. It is not for long-term aging, so drink from 2015.",,34,88,Douro,,,Quinta da Romaneira 2010 Touriga Nacional (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-romaneira-2010-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-douro/,Touriga Nacional,2010,Quinta da Romaneira 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Lime, green apple and yeast notes define the nose. This is plump and fleshy in feel, with peach, nectarine and apple flavors. That's also how the finish rolls out. All in all, this is juicy, straightforward and well constituted.",Brut,20,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Vallformosa NV Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallformosa-nv-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Vallformosa 13.5,Red,Italy,"This straightforward selection shows ripe red-cherry and raspberry aromas, along with notes of herbs and meat juices. The palate offers juicy black-fruit flavors accented by a hint of vanilla. This is enjoyable now, and cries out for pastas topped with ragu or grilled vegetables.",Scassino,25,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Terrabianca 2010 Scassino (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrabianca-2010-scassino-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Terrabianca 14,Red,Hungary,"Pristine black cherry and berry notes gain complexity on the palate with shades of granite and crushed rock on this elegant Hungarian Bordeaux blend. It's structured, yet easy on the palate with bright acidity and soft tannins that linger delicately on the finish.",Cuvée 13,,88,Villány,,,Sauska 2011 Cuvée 13 Red (Villány),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sauska-2011-cuvee-13-red-villany/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Sauska 13.5,Red,France,"With some initial weight behind it, this is a firm, tannic wine. It has considerable spice from wood aging, perhaps too much although a year or two should soften this. It does also have red berry fruits and a light trace of acidity at the end.",L'Hostellerie,35,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Emile Beyer 2011 L'Hostellerie Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emile-beyer-2011-lhostellerie-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,2011,Emile Beyer 13,White,France,"A particularly fruity Gewurztraminer. Spiciness is an after-thought, with leading notes of ripe, full-bodied tropical fruits and light acidity. It is warm, and would pair well with ripe, creamy cheeses.",Réserve,25,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Moltès 2012 Réserve Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moltes-2012-reserve-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Domaine Moltès 12.5,White,France,A soft and rounded wine with a warm fruitiness that comes from the edge of spice and lime flavors. The wine has weight and good depth of herbaceousness. It is designed for accompanying food.,,25,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine des Chaintres 2012 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chaintres-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Domaine des Chaintres 12.8,Red,US,"Coelho's estate reserve shows extra weight on the palate, especially as it's from a riper vintage than the recently released 2011s. Cherry-cola flavors fill the core of this wine, with hints of burnt pepper as it opens up. The finish brings in more peppery, herbal highlights. Drink soon.",Paciência Reserva Estate,70,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Coelho 2010 Paciência Reserva Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coelho-2010-paciencia-reserva-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Coelho 14,White,US,"A widely found Viognier that's tasty and well-tempered, easy-drinking in its lovely peach and pineapple fruit tones. Flavorful and weighty, enjoy this wine with Thai food or spicy pork enchiladas.",,12,88,California,North Coast,North Coast,Cline 2012 Viognier (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2012-viognier-north-coast/,Viognier,2012,Cline 12.5,White,France,"Ripe and creamy style of Riesling. It's fresh of course but the main thrust is ripe yellow fruits, a touch of tropicality and pineapple, along with a contrasting mineral aftertaste. Age for 2–3 years.",,23,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Vincent Stoeffler 2011 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-stoeffler-2011-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Domaine Vincent Stoeffler 14.3,Red,US,"Rich with baked plum and earthy, mushroom goodness, this is a yummy Barbera, soft with a suggestion of cinnamon spice that will be beautiful alongside a long-stirred risotto or spaghetti Bolognese.",Reserve,27,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Fiddletown Cellars 2011 Reserve Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiddletown-cellars-2011-reserve-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,2011,Fiddletown Cellars 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Jammy aromas of blackberry and iodine set up a rugged-feeling palate with baked berry and herbal flavors. A full-powered, heavy and stewy-tasting finish comes with a salty note and heat. This pours on the power and fruit but takes a strike in the finesse and complexity departments.",Saurus Select,19,88,Other,Patagonia,,Familia Schroeder 2010 Saurus Select Malbec (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2010-saurus-select-malbec-patagonia/,Malbec,2010,Familia Schroeder 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a spicy, ripe, black-fruited wine with a distinct wood element. Despite being a blend of two naturally tannic grapes, the palate is surprisingly soft and rounded—a product of gentle winemaking as well as ripe, rich fruit. It could improve over the next year, but it is ready to drink now as well.",Tagus Creek Reserva,15,88,Tejo,,,Falua 2010 Tagus Creek Reserva Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-2010-tagus-creek-reserva-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-cabernet-sauvignon-tejo/,Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Falua 14.5,Red,Bulgaria,"Rich, black cherry flavors layered with vanilla, spice and toast makes this an especially decadent Bordeaux-style blend. It's voluptuous and supple, but fine, grippy tannins and a rich coffee finish gives it complexity and structure. An exciting find from Bulgaria.",CR,35,88,Thracian Valley,,,Castra Rubra 2008 CR Red (Thracian Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castra-rubra-2008-cr-red-thracian-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Castra Rubra 14,Red,Italy,"This rosso has earthy fragrances of truffle, underbrush and smoke, with a hint of meat juice. The palate offers ample black cherry flavor, with hints of menthol and white pepper. It's warm and forward, so drink soon.",,18,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Castelli Martinozzi 2011 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelli-martinozzi-2011-sangiovese-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2011,Castelli Martinozzi 10,Dessert,Portugal,"A blend of Riesling and Gewurztraminer, this wine is both spicy and sweet with intense acidity. There is great concentration here and a rich texture. The wine needs aging for its spice and fruit elements to come together.",Late Harvest,30,88,Tejo,,,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 2012 Late Harvest White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-lagoalva-cima-2012-late-harvest-white-tejo/,White Blend,2012,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 13.6,White,US,"This is a dry, severe Chardonnay that doesn't offer a lot of upfront pleasure. The product of a chilly vintage, it is nonetheless elegant and complex. Tart acidity gives a bright boost to the mango and pineapple flavors. Don't drink it too cold.",Martinelli Road,35,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Krutz 2011 Martinelli Road Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krutz-2011-martinelli-road-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Krutz 12.5,White,France,"Ripe yellow and white fruits are the dominant factor in this smooth, rich wine. It has good weight, along with a juicy, lemon and zest texture. Not for aging, unlike some Pouilly Fumé, so drink over the next few months. Screwcap.",Le Troncsec,25,88,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Joseph Mellot 2012 Le Troncsec (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-mellot-2012-le-troncsec-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Joseph Mellot 13,White,Spain,"Standard white-fruit and salinic aromas offer hints of apple and flower blossom. The mouthfeel is more round and full than most Basque wines, while the flavors are a blend of melon and peach. This is quiet and not overly flavorful on the finish, with a hint of seltzer and minerality.",No. 7,30,88,Northern Spain,Bizkaiko Txakolina,,Itsas Mendi 2011 No. 7 White (Bizkaiko Txakolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/itsas-mendi-2011-no-7-white-bizkaiko-txakolina/,White Blend,2011,Itsas Mendi 14.5,Red,Spain,"After a whiff of iodine arises, the nose on this blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon offers mostly jammy berry scents in front of a full palate containing zesty acidity. Flavors of red plum, salt, cherry and cranberry finish long and without any excess weight or push.",Altos de Inurrieta Reserva,30,88,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Inurrieta 2008 Altos de Inurrieta Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inurrieta-2008-altos-reserva-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2008,Inurrieta 12.5,White,Spain,"This is a prime example of clean Verdejo; the nose is minerally and neutral except for notes of nectarine and peach. A lifted, firm, well-cut palate is home to pithy flavors of nectarine, tangerine and melon, while the finish is long and tastes mildly bitter, which is common for the variety.",,12,88,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Hermanos Lurton 2012 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermanos-lurton-2012-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2012,Hermanos Lurton 14,Red,Italy,"A pretty rosso, with floral and fruit fragrances of violet and crushed red berries. The palate shows ripe plum and black cherry flavors, dusted with nutmeg spice. It's silky, bright and ready to enjoy now.",,21,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Dei 2011 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dei-2011-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2011,Dei 12.4,White,US,"Pears, apples and melon fruits mingle gracefully in this textural, palate-pleasing Pinot Blanc. The low alcohol and rich acidity are perfect for this variety, which was aged on the lees in stainless steel for three months. A whiff of almond adds further interest to the finish.",,22,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,ENSO 2012 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enso-2012-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2012,ENSO 13.5,White,France,"Big, spicy wine, this is richly textured and very perfumed. With mango, lychee and peach flavors, it is exotic, ripe and immediately attractive.",L'Hostellerie,35,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Emile Beyer 2011 L'Hostellerie Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emile-beyer-2011-lhostellerie-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Emile Beyer 14,White,France,"Very ripe and full of honey and tropical fruit flavors. A warm wine, it's richly textured, with a bite of peppery spice and lightly lifted by final acidity.",Terroirs Réserve,23,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2010 Terroirs Réserve Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2010-terroirs-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2010,Cave de Ribeauvillé 14,Red,Italy,"This is a charming wine, with scents of violet and crushed cherry. The palate shows dense wild-cherry flavor alongside hints of pepper, vanilla and espresso. It's not overly complex, but it is delicious.",,20,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello La Leccia 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-leccia-2010-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Castello La Leccia 13,Red,Italy,"This opens with oak and coffee aromas supported by a core of black fruit. The palate offers dense cherry, plum and vanilla flavors, with espresso and chocolate accents. Pair this with barbecued meats or mildly seasoned cheeses.",,14,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Querceto 2011 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-querceto-2011-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,Castello di Querceto 13,White,Portugal,"This wine comes from Moscatel Graúdo, the most fragrant of the Moscatel family. Certainly very perfumed, it's dry with attractive acidity, and a crisp, floral and lightly spicy character.",Quinta da Arrancosa,13,88,Tejo,,,Casal do Conde 2012 Quinta da Arrancosa Moscatel Graúdo (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casal-conde-2012-quinta-arrancosa-muscat-moscatel-graudo-tejo/,Moscatel Graúdo,2012,Casal do Conde 14.5,Red,US,"This is a lovely Pinot to drink over the next several years with steak, lamb or a wild mushroom risotto. It's dry, silky and racy in acidity, with a cleansing mouthfeel. Sends tiers of sour cherry and raspberry candy, cola and white pepper across the palate, finishing long and spicy.",Hillside Reserve San Bernabe Vineyard,25,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Fog Head 2011 Hillside Reserve San Bernabe Vineyard Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fog-head-2011-hillside-reserve-san-bernabe-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2011,Fog Head 12.5,White,Portugal,"A blend of Chardonnay, Arinto and Vital, this is a smooth, very new-world style of white wine. It is bright with apricot and pear flavors dominating and a delicate, floral, attractively fresh character.",3 Castas,9,88,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2012 3 Castas White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2012-3-castas-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2012,Fiuza ,White,Spain,"Popcorn, match stick and resin are the lead aromas on this oaky Viura. The palate has a compact, woody feel that's followed by stretched flavors of apricot and barrel spice. This is toasty and fairly long on the finish.",JME,25,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Muriel 2011 JME Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-muriel-2011-jme-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2011,Bodegas Muriel 14.5,Red,Italy,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and Sangiovese offers earthy aromas of violet, plum, leather and meat juice. The palate delivers ripe blackberry, chocolate, orange zest, pepper and nutmeg flavors, all enveloped in smooth, round tannins.",Non Confunditur,26,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Argiano 2011 Non Confunditur Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiano-2011-non-confunditur-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2011,Argiano 14,White,France,"Full of spice and ripe yellow fruits, it has a dense and concentrated character. Honey and nutmeg are in the foreground, while acidity is in the background. Age for 2–3 years.",Clos Schwende,20,88,Alsace,Alsace,,André Blanck et ses Fils 2011 Clos Schwende Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andre-blanck-ses-fils-2011-clos-schwende-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2011,André Blanck et ses Fils 13.5,Red,Argentina,"The nose on this Malbec is loaded with oak and pencil eraser aromas; there's also a raisiny quality to the bouquet. This feels a touch stewy, although strong acidity functions as an offset. Blackberry, licorice and clove flavors come in front of a raw, tight, narrow finish with stomping tannins.",J. Alberto Single Vineyard,54,88,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 2011 J. Alberto Single Vineyard Malbec (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-noemia-patagonia-2011-j-alberto-single-vineyard-malbec-rio-negro-valley/,Malbec,2011,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 14.4,Red,US,"Pretty and polished Pinot, with a light, delicate mouthfeel and good varietal flavors. Offers waves of cola, red licorice, cherry pie and sandalwood. Notable for its attention to detail, and could even develop over the next six years.",Siebert Ranch,37,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ancient Oak Cellars 2010 Siebert Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-oak-cellars-2010-siebert-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Ancient Oak Cellars 13,Red,Spain,"Exotic aromas of cardamom, brick dust and cassis lead to a racy, fresh, juicy palate. Oaky raspberry and red plum flavors come across elegant and restrained, while a warm finish packs punch.",Vendimia Seleccionada Crianza,,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Muriel 2009 Vendimia Seleccionada Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-muriel-2009-vendimia-seleccionada-crianza-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2009,Bodegas Muriel 13.5,Red,Spain,"Minerally aromas combine with red apple, prune, raspberry and dry spice notes to form a nice bouquet. This is fresh, crisp and a bit tangy in feel, with plum, red apple and citrus-like flavors. A fresh, comfortable finish solidifies this wine's value credentials.",Ramón Roqueta Crianza,12,88,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Bodegas 1898 2008 Ramón Roqueta Crianza Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-1898-2008-ramon-roqueta-crianza-spanish-red-cabernet-sauvignon-tempranillo-catalunya/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo,1898,Bodegas 1898 14,White,US,"They grow this wine in a portion of the vineyard not really suitable for Pinot Noir, but it sure does make for a nice Pinot Gris. Fermented and briefly aged in stainless steel, it has impeccable acidity and deep, impressive citrus and tropical fruit flavors.",Turner Vineyard,22,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Carr 2012 Turner Vineyard Pinot Gris (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2012-turner-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Gris,2012,Carr 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Lively, fruity wine that is fragrant and fresh. Having no sugar and bone dry, it is as crisp as an apple. A bright mousse offers a fine fruity texture and a light, citrus aftertaste.",Brut Zéro,30,88,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Zusslin NV Brut Zéro Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zusslin-nv-brut-zero-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Zusslin 14.4,White,Argentina,"This warm-climate Chardonnay displays aromas of baked apple, toast and spice. It's resiny and heavy in the mouth, but there's enough acidity to maintain balance. Flavors of honeyed peach, baked apple, cinnamon and white pepper finish in tropical fashion, where banana is the lasting fruit note.",Bramare Marchiori Vineyard,46,88,Mendoza Province,Perdriel,,Viña Cobos 2012 Bramare Marchiori Vineyard Chardonnay (Perdriel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cobos-2012-bramare-marchiori-vineyard-chardonnay-perdriel/,Chardonnay,2012,Viña Cobos 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a forward and friendly selection, made from Sangiovese and other native grapes. It offers a floral nose of violet and iris, with delicious wild cherry and spice flavors. This is ready to drink, so enjoy soon.",,19,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Il Conventino 2011 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-conventino-2011-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2011,Il Conventino 15,Port/Sherry,Spain,"This high-end fino from Tio Pepe is yeasty and shows a flor-related character. In addition, there are aromas of apple, toasted almond and turpentine. The palate is full for fino, with yeasty weight cut by acidity. Flavors of crisp, dry, salty almond and apple finish juicy, with a note of sautéed mushroom.",Tio Pepe en Rama,25,88,Andalucia,Jerez,,González Byass NV Tio Pepe en Rama Palomino (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gonzalez-byass-nv-tio-pepe-en-rama-sherry-palomino-jerez/,Palomino,,González Byass 13.8,Red,US,"Made in an elegant style, this wine dances lightly with notes of cherry, strawberry and mint laced with bark. It's light and airy while still retaining a lot of appeal.",,22,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 2011 Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-2011-pinot-noir-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Foris 13.4,Red,US,"Echo Ridge's Cabernet shows more herbal characteristics than their Merlot, and the fruit seems less ripe, with echoes of ripe tomato along with Italian herbs. The balance and poise are impressive, though the finish thins out rather quickly.",,65,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Echo Ridge 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echo-ridge-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-other-columbia-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Echo Ridge 13.5,Red,Italy,"Rancia Riserva opens with ripe plum, red currant and bell pepper aromas. The palate shows flavors of black fruit, chocolate and soy sauce alongside coffee and oak notes. It has nervous energy and intensity, but should develop nicely over the next few years.",Rancia Riserva,53,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Felsina 2009 Rancia Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felsina-2009-rancia-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Felsina 13.5,White,US,"The winery is silent on who they are or where the grapes come from, but this is a good value in a rich, creamy Chardonnay. It has honey, apricot, tropical fruit, lime and buttered toast flavors that are a steal at this price.",,12,88,California,California Other,California,Harbor Front 2011 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harbor-front-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Harbor Front 14,White,Portugal,"Very ripe yellow fruits make this a generous, dense, rich wine. A light touch of wood and acidity balance the super-rich character of the wine. Maybe it's all too much—too opulent—but then again, it is delicious.",,,88,Lisboa,,,Quinta do Pinto 2011 Viognier-Chardonnay (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-pinto-2011-white-blend-viognier-chardonnay-lisboa/,Viognier-Chardonnay,2011,Quinta do Pinto 14.6,Red,Argentina,"After an opening of tomato, red plum and berry aromas, this shows a smooth texture and a full body. Berry, ripe plum and cocoa flavors finish with medium tannins and good length.",Reserve,15,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Proemio 2011 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/proemio-2011-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Proemio 13.6,White,US,"This Sauvignon Blanc is dry, crisp and long on citrus and tropical fruit flavors that finish with a hint of honey. The acidity is bright and clean. Sourced from the lesser-known regions of Clarksburg and Lake County, this is a bargain buy that's easy to find, with 10,000 cases produced.",,10,88,California,California Other,California,Pepi 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepi-2012-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Pepi 13,White,Spain,"Pear and kiwi aromas are a bit richer here than in many Albariños. In the mouth, this mature wine is fleshy and melony. Flavors of pulpy citrus, pear and apple finish pithy, with a touch of lasting minerality. This wine seems to be slowly fading; drink now.",,34,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo Baión 2011 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-baion-2011-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,Pazo Baión 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Cigar box, green olive, herbal notes and field scents define the bouquet on this single-vineyard Cabernet. With bright acidity, the palate displays raciness along with oak-driven flavors of chocolate, mint, vanilla and herbal berry fruits. A lasting finish is spicy, herbal and mildly green in flavor.",Don David Finca la Urquiza #8,25,88,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2011 Don David Finca la Urquiza #8 Cabernet Sauvignon (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2011-don-david-finca-urquiza-8-cabernet-sauvignon-cafayate/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Michel Torino 13.3,Rose,US,"There's real depth and detail here, with flowers in front and toast bringing up the tail. Tasty and crisp, with watermelon and pink grapefruit at the core.",Rosé,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2012 Rosé Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2012-rose-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,Ponzi 13.3,Red,US,"Spicy scents of rose petals, a hint of coconut, and well-integrated savory accents mark this palate-pleasing effort. The cool vintage adds some minerality, like a dusting of crushed rock.",Tavola,25,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2011 Tavola Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2011-tavola-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Ponzi 14.5,Red,Italy,"This wine is fragrant and forward, with aromas of violet, black fruit, incense and oak. The palate reveals plum and black cherry flavors layered with wood-driven sensations of chocolate, espresso, vanilla and toast. While this has ripe fruit and is smoothly polished, it's also fairly straightforward.",,30,88,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Poliziano 2010 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poliziano-2010-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,Poliziano 14.5,White,US,"The tart acidity, clean minerality and intense citrus, green apple, kiwi, honey and gooseberry flavors immediately suggest a cool growing area. Edna Valley it is, with excellent results. The wine has no trace of oak, so what you get is brisk, mouthwatering fruit and a dry finish.",Jespersen Vineyard,22,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Niner 2012 Jespersen Vineyard Albariño (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niner-2012-jespersen-vineyard-albarino-central-coast-edna-valley/,Albariño,2012,Niner 14.5,Red,US,"A gigantic wine, powerfully extracted in black cherries and red currants. It's very dry and tannic, giving it an astringent mouthfeel. But it's not an ager, so drink now.",Estate,30,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Niner 2010 Estate Cabernet Franc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niner-2010-estate-cabernet-franc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Niner 13.5,White,France,"An intensely spiced, aromatic wine, packed with classic lychee fruits and offering good concentration. The wine is rich, weighty and just hinting at acidity. Full-bodied and young, it could age 1–2 years.",Excellence,20,88,Alsace,Alsace,,René Sparr 2011 Excellence Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-sparr-2011-excellence-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2011,René Sparr 19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A gold colored wine, this is a medium-sweet white Port with maple syrup and toffee flavors balanced by fresh acidity. It would make a great cocktail base or can be drunk chilled on its own.",Adriano White Reserva,,88,Port,,,Ramos-Pinto NV Adriano White Reserva (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-nv-adriano-white-reserva-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Ramos-Pinto 13,Red,US,"This is a solid effort, especially at this price point. The cherry-cola core of flavor grabs your interest quickly, and hangs on with a hint of tobacco in the smooth finish. Some nice acidity adds a touch of minerality.",,16,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Corvallis Cellars 2011 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corvallis-cellars-2011-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Corvallis Cellars 14,Red,Portugal,"Lush, ripe wine, full of black fruits and a generous texture. The wine is soft, just a hint of dryness to give it weight and density. Berry fruits, black plums and acidity promise some aging. Drink from 2014.",Monsaraz,12,88,Alentejo,,,Cooperativa Reguengos de Monsaraz 2012 Monsaraz Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooperativa-reguengos-monsaraz-2012-monsaraz-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2012,Cooperativa Reguengos de Monsaraz 12.5,White,France,"Fresh and fruity, this is a classic Pinot Blanc, rounded, soft and ripe. It has just a touch of spiced pear along with red apples, and a fine, fragrant layer of acidity.",,17,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Roland Schmitt 2012 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roland-schmitt-2012-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Domaine Roland Schmitt 12.5,White,France,"Tasting of white grapes, this is fruity, lightly spicy and fragrant. It's a rare grape in Alsace which is a shame because its delicate, attractive fruitiness makes it a great apéritif wine.",Réserve,20,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Moltès 2012 Réserve Muscat (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moltes-2012-reserve-muscat-alsace/,Muscat,2012,Domaine Moltès 13,Red,France,"Fragrant, tobacco, black currant and spice aromas lead into a young, fruity wine. It has soft tannins, great juicy fruit and lively acidity. The texture is stalky, likely to round out over the next 2–3 years.",,25,88,Loire Valley,Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil,,Domaine les Pins 2011 Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pins-2011-cabernet-franc-saint-nicolas-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Domaine les Pins 13,White,France,"Very perfumed Riesling, full of white flowers, hedgerow fruits and fragrant acidity. There is a good granular texture to balance this fruitiness giving a ripe wine that can be drunk now.",Cuvée Engel,16,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Fernand Engel 2011 Cuvée Engel Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fernand-engel-2011-cuvee-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Domaine Fernand Engel 14.9,Red,US,"There's a lot of rich, ripe blackberry, blueberry, black currant and cassis flavor in this Cabernet, but it's still finding its balance. The fruit is primary in nature with strong tannins and oak that's not yet integrated. The wine lacks subtlety now, but on the other hand, it doesn't seem to have a long life ahead, so give it 3–4 years and drink with steak.",,61,88,California,Napa,Oakville,Groth 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groth-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Groth 12.5,White,France,"A very herbaceous, aromatic wine. The acidity cuts through the grapefruit flavor, giving a touch of minerality at the end.",,25,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine des Levrys 2012 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-levrys-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Domaine des Levrys 13,White,Romania,"Another fantastic bargain wine from Cramele Recas, the Dreambird is a delightfully fresh, floral Pinot Grigio that's zesty with lemon and just a hint of steely minerality on the finish. Bright, clean and refreshingly easy quaffing.",Dreambird,8,88,Viile Timisului,,,Cramele Recas 2012 Dreambird Pinot Grigio (Viile Timisului),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cramele-recas-2012-dreambird-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-viile-timisului/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Cramele Recas 14.4,Red,US,"A simple but by no means unattractive Pinot, dry and silky, with pleasant cola, cranberry and sandalwood flavors. Shows the sophistication of the winery's single-vineyard bottlings, minus the concentration.",,39,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sojourn 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sojourn-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Sojourn 14.6,Red,US,"Rich flavors of blackberry jam, cassis and toasty oak mark this dry, tannic young Cab. It's not showing much subtlety or grace, but that may be a function of youth. Give it six years and see what it does.",,75,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert John 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-john-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Robert John 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A wide, jammy nose is the greeting on this fleshy, full-bodied Cab. Additional aromas of rubber, latex and smoke give it weight and masculinity. This runs spicy and lightly herbal in terms of flavors, while wood spice, cinnamon and herbs compete with mocha and chocolaty black-fruit notes on the finish.",Reserva,19,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terrazas de Los Andes 2010 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-los-andes-2010-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Terrazas de Los Andes 14.5,White,US,"Classic Edna Valley Chardonnay; it's crisp and bright in acidity, with brilliantly-etched orange, lime and tropical fruit flavors that are laser-like in their intensity.",,24,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Stephen Ross 2011 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Stephen Ross 13.5,Red,US,"Looking for an affordably elegant Merlot to drink now with steak? Try this juicy one. It's dry and richly tannic, with a pleasant spectrum of cherries, plums and sandalwood.",,18,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2010 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2010-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2010,Sebastiani 12.5,Sparkling,US,"It's a pleasure to see more Oregon vintners jumping into sparkling wines. This elegant, vintage bubbly is a blend of estate-grown Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. It's fresh and lively, with green fruit and berry flavors, a delicate mousse and good length.",Brut,26,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Kramer 2010 Brut Sparkling (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kramer-2010-brut-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,2010,Kramer 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an inky dark wine, with aromas of plum, leather and forest floor. The palate offers ripe black-fruit flavors, richened further by oak, chocolate, vanilla and café au lait sensations. It closes with drying wood tannins.",Calcinaia,19,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,San Fabiano 2010 Calcinaia (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-fabiano-2010-calcinaia-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,San Fabiano 14.6,Red,US,"This interesting wine is a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, with a drop of Cabernet Sauvignon that seems to give it a bit of needed power. Still, it's soft and melted. While the currant, red stone fruit and licorice flavors are delicious and complex, it lacks structure. Drink up.",,52,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Virage 2008 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virage-2008-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Virage 14.1,Rose,US,"This is a substantial wine, with alcohol over 14%, and spicy fruit flavors of strawberry, cranberry and apple, buoyed by fresh acidity. Aromatic highlights of cherry and rose petals add further interest, and the concentration is impressive.",Estate Grown Rosé,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Stoller 2012 Estate Grown Rosé Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoller-2012-estate-grown-rose-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2012,Stoller 13.5,Red,US,"So crisply delicious now, it's the perfect wine to drink with steak, lamb or any Pinot-friendly foods. Layers of raspberries, cherries, cola and sweet oak wash over the palate, brightened by tart acidity. Defines Edna Valley in purity of fruit.",Estate Bottled,32,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Stephen Ross 2010 Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2010-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Stephen Ross 13.2,Red,US,"This new Shea designate is focused and appealing, with streaks of cola and vanilla running through the pretty cranberry and strawberry fruit. It's balanced and nicely textured, with a dollop of moist earth accenting the tannins.",Shea Vineyard,58,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2010 Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2010-shea-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Rex Hill 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Jammy raspberry aromas come with a minerally kick and toastiness. The palate is fresh and delivers pointed acidity in support of toasty berry, herb and licorice flavors. Finishes with a lightly baked and chocolaty note, confirming that this is well-made, value-priced wine.",Estate,10,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Medrano 2011 Estate Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medrano-2011-estate-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Medrano 13.5,Red,Spain,"Initial oak-driven aromas of bacon and wood resin transition toward wild berry, minerality and blueberry upon airing. In the mouth, this is a soft, fleshy, slightly amorphous wine with exotic blueberry, clove and cardamom flavors. A fleshy, cushioned finish is rich but would benefit from a boost of acidity.",El Pájaro Rojo,17,88,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Losada 2011 El Pájaro Rojo Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/losada-2011-el-pajaro-rojo-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2011,Losada 14.2,White,US,"Rich in tangerine, mango and lime fruit, with buttered toast and honey notes, this Chardonnay displays the intensely tart acidity that Edna Valley is famous for. It's a clean, vibrant wine for drinking now.",Estate,20,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Sextant 2011 Estate Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sextant-2011-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Sextant 13,White,Portugal,"This cool, crisp wine shows its bright character right from the go. Very fruity, fresh, clean and with a fine aromatic character, it's a wine to drink now or age a year. Screwcap.",Espirito Branco,11,88,Tejo,,,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 2012 Espirito Branco White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-lagoalva-cima-2012-espirito-branco-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2012,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 13.5,Red,Spain,"Baked, smoky, earthy aromas are more subtle than overpowering. The palate is juicy and full, while plum, raspberry and cocoa flavors finish tight, with flavors of toasty oak and crisp red fruits. This is a textbook Rioja to drink now.",Crianza,20,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Paco Garcia 2008 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paco-garcia-2008-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Paco Garcia 14.8,Red,US,"This Cabernet Sauvignon-based wine is a blend of all the Bordeaux varieties, including Carmenere. It's soft, luscious and a little hot in alcohol, with very rich, almost overripe blackberry, dark chocolate and currant flavors.",Fog Catcher,58,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Niner 2009 Fog Catcher Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niner-2009-fog-catcher-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Niner 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Very young, herbal wine, it has a surprising green element to its otherwise ripe, succulent fruit. It's very juicy, fruity, layered with a hard set of tannins, a tight acidity. A year or two should help soften this firm wine.",Quinta da Viçosa T.C.,40,88,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2011 Quinta da Viçosa T.C. Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2011-quinta-vicosa-tc-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-cabernet-sauvignon-alentejano/,Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,J. Portugal Ramos 14.7,Red,US,"This is textbook Arroyo Seco Pinot—dry, silky and tart. It appeals immediately for its cola, raspberry, cranberry and sandalwood flavors and delicate, refined mouthfeel.",Fog's Reach,35,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,J. Lohr 2011 Fog's Reach Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2011-fogs-reach-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2011,J. Lohr 12.5,White,Spain,"This Basque white is fresh, fit and will go well with anything from the sea or garden. Crisp apple and peach aromas are friendly. The palate is firm and offers the right mix of acidity and weight. Flavors of green fruits, green herbs and apple finish pithy but not pushy.",,20,88,Northern Spain,Bizkaiko Txakolina,,Itsas Mendi 2011 Hondarrabi Zuri (Bizkaiko Txakolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/itsas-mendi-2011-spanish-white-hondarrabi-zuri-bizkaiko-txakolina/,Hondarrabi Zuri,2011,Itsas Mendi 13,White,US,"This young, yeasty wine is well made, fruity and fresh. Flavors of grapefruit, sliced pear and citrus rind abound. It's made in significant (for Oregon) quantities, and should be relatively easy to find as it's distributed nationally.",,13,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,A to Z 2012 Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-to-z-2012-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,A to Z 14,Red,Spain,"This Tempranillo-based blend from Navarra is from the Chivite family. Aromas of asphalt, herbal berry and graphite come across burnt and stalky. This is tannic and hard on the palate, with baked, herbal, black-fruit flavors that come with toast and spice notes. Things remain that way onto the finish, which is herbal, spicy, baked, toasty and tannic.",,83,88,Northern Spain,Pago de Arínzano,,Arínzano 2004 Red (Pago de Arínzano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arinzano-2004-red-pago-arinzano/,Red Blend,2004,Arínzano 13.5,Red,Spain,"Lightly herbal aromas of cola, forest floor, chocolate and berry are attractive. In the mouth, this is linear and tangy, with sharp acidity and grabbing tannins. Flavors of pie cherry, plum and oak are drawing, while the finish is more scratchy than substantive. For a Cabernet-dominated wine from 2008, this is very good.",La Viña de Mi Madre,32,88,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Finca Albret 2008 La Viña de Mi Madre Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-albret-2008-vina-mi-madre-red-navarra/,Cabernet Blend,2008,Finca Albret 14,Red,Italy,"This riserva shows initial prune and tobacco aromas followed by dark cherry, blackberry and coffee flavors. The palate is lean and restrained, with smooth tannins and mineral notes. Showing the forward nature of the vintage, this is already drinking well and should be enjoyed soon.",Riserva,32,88,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Fanetti - Tenuta S. Agnese 2007 Riserva (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fanetti-tenuta-s-agnese-2007-riserva-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2007,Fanetti - Tenuta S. Agnese 14,White,France,"Very lightly golden in color, this perfumy wine has fine ripe tropical fruits with a touch of honey and spice. Rounded, full bodied, pepper and acidity at the end. Screwcap.",Portrait,18,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zinck 2011 Portrait Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zinck-2011-portrait-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2011,Domaine Zinck 15,Red,Argentina,"Aromatically this is full and fragrant, with giant aromas of boysenberry and black cherry. The tannins are fierce and clamp down, which creates astringency that can't be dodged. Cherry, chocolate and menthol flavors accompany heat on the finish. Hold 1–2 years for a possible better result.",Renacer R,70,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Renacer 2010 Renacer R Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-renacer-2010-r-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Bodega Renacer 14.8,Red,US,"A brawny yet refined expression of oak and coffee, this is an intense red wine crafted from mostly Syrah grapes, with smaller amounts of Petite Syrah, Zinfandel, Alicante Bouschet and Mourvèdre. Well-made it is balanced and age-worthy, the proper pour for a slab of grilled meat slathered in spicy sauce.",Fusion,19,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Borra 2010 Fusion Red (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borra-2010-fusion-red-central-valley-lodi/,Red Blend,2010,Borra 13.5,Red,Italy,"This straightforward selection has aromas of succulent wild cherry, raspberry clove and a touch of truffle. The palate shows restrained berry, plum and a hint of ripe bell pepper. It's well made, with an easygoing structure perfect for enjoying soon. Amici Imports, Siema Wines.",Poggio Servale,15,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Radda 2010 Poggio Servale (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-radda-2010-poggio-servale-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Castello di Radda 11.5,White,Spain,"This is a zinger that shows off the core characteristics of the Hondarrabi Zuri grape. The bouquet is minerally and citric, with apple and pear aromas for added weight. The palate is tight, lemony and strict, with lemon, orange and pineapple flavors. While there is a lot of acid to this wine, it's structured and loaded with crisp, oceanic flavors. Drink with seafood and salads.",,29,89,Northern Spain,Getariako Txakolina,,K5 Argiñano 2011 Hondarrabi Zuri (Getariako Txakolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k5-arginano-2011-spanish-white-hondarrabi-zuri-getariako-txakolina/,Hondarrabi Zuri,2011,K5 Argiñano 13.9,Red,US,"Luscious and rich in raspberry and cherry jam flavors, this Pinot fortunately shows the dryness, crisp acidity and tannins of the coast, which give it grip. It's a delicate, refined but powerful wine to drink now.",John Sebastiono Vineyard,50,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Storm 2011 John Sebastiono Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storm-2011-john-sebastiono-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Storm 13.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy aromas of leathery raspberry and herbs are traditional for the Rioja region and not overbearing. The palate is crisp and tangy, with cherry and plum flavors that come with a vanilla accent and a juicy, medium-length finish.",Crianza,15,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Eguía 2009 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-eguia-2009-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Viña Eguía 13.5,Red,Italy,"A fragrant rosso, with a lovely floral aroma of violet and cherry undertones. The palate delivers bright, red fruit flavors and spice notes with elegant tannins and fresh acidity. This is a vibrant and enjoyable red to drink young and pair with virtually everything from pasta to fish to grilled meats.",,24,89,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Villa S. Anna 2010 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-s-anna-2010-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,Villa S. Anna 13.5,Red,Italy,"This offers upfront aromas of wild cherry, violet and cinnamon. The palate shows ripe red cherry, overripe strawberry and spice notes in a simple, unfettered style. This will work perfectly with pasta with meat sauces or dense tomato soups.",Famiglia Zingarelli,16,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Rocca delle Macìe 2011 Famiglia Zingarelli (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-2011-famiglia-zingarelli-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,Rocca delle Macìe 13.5,White,US,"If you're looking for a big, rich, oaky fruit bomb of a Chardonnay, you won't find it here. Instead, drink it with salmon, lobster or whatever your favorite Chardonnay foods are, and find an eager, but not egotistic, partner. The acids will cut through butter and oil, while the subtle tropical and citrus fruits will satisfy discerning Chardophiles.",,20,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2011 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2011-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Robert Mondavi 13.5,White,France,"A ripe and creamy, this is a concentrated wine, with depth of pear and peach flavors along with just a touch of spice. It's broad, smooth and young; it will need at least a year to open out fully.",Excellence,16,89,Alsace,Alsace,,René Sparr 2011 Excellence Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-sparr-2011-excellence-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2011,René Sparr 14.1,Red,Argentina,"This is a superripe Malbec with jammy aromas of raisin and prune that can best be described as “fleshy.” A chunky palate follows the nose in lockstep, and then baked blackberry and chocolate flavors take over. A chubby, jammy finish says drink this soon.",Primogénito,22,88,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega Patritti 2008 Primogénito Malbec (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-patritti-2008-primogenito-malbec-patagonia/,Malbec,2008,Bodega Patritti 14.5,Red,Spain,"This is one ripe specimen, with aromas of cassis, raisin and jammy blackberry. The palate is concentrated but a bit hard in feel, with driving tannins supporting prune, blackberry and stewed fig flavors. A final wave of black-fruit richness and toastiness creates an intense finish.",,,89,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Pyjama 2011 Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pyjama-2011-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2011,Pyjama 14,Red,France,"For a wine that contains 30% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre (the balance is Grenache), this is surprisingly soft. Plum and mocha flavors dominate, but hints of cherries and garrigue make appearances. Drink it over the next 6–7 years.",Grand Vin Eloquence,40,89,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Vignerons de Caractère 2009 Grand Vin Eloquence (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-caractere-2009-grand-vin-eloquence-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-gigondas/,G-S-M,2009,Vignerons de Caractère 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Crushed vitamins, iodine and saline aromas accent dusty citrus scents. This is fresh and subtle on the palate, with a smooth bubble bead that wouldn't shake a mouse. Flavors of raspberry, cantaloupe and cocoa powder finish mild and toasty. This is a step up from most rosé Cavas.",Col.lecció Brut Rosé,40,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Vallformosa NV Col.lecció Brut Rosé Pinot Noir (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallformosa-nv-colleccio-brut-rose-pinot-noir-cava/,Pinot Noir,,Vallformosa 14.6,White,US,"This beautiful Sauvignon Blanc is tart in acidity and dry, but there's a honeyed note that adds richness. Citrus and tropical fruit flavors flirt with notes of mint and green grass, but are not at all unripe.",,22,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,V. Sattui 19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is a fruity, ripe wine, but on the dry side. The palate shows dried fruits, spice, fresh acidity, and a good balance between oak attrbutes and forward fruitiness. It's just right as a 10-year old tawny.",Porto Tawny 10 Years Old,,89,Port,,,Senhora do Convento NV Porto Tawny 10 Years Old (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senhora-convento-nv-porto-tawny-10-years-old-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Senhora do Convento 12.5,Red,Portugal,"Surprisingly advanced, this is a soft, rounded, fruity wine. The tannins play a supporting role, buoying red fruits, ripe black currants and an elegant structure. Drink from 2014.",,34,89,Douro,,,Quinta da Romaneira 2010 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-romaneira-2010-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Quinta da Romaneira 14,Red,Italy,"This straightforward, unpretentious rosso offers earthy and floral aromas of iris, leather and a whiff of truffle. The palate is restrained, delivering wild cherry, white pepper and anisette flavors, along with drying tannins.",,23,89,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Trerose 2010 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trerose-2010-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,Trerose 14.1,Red,US,"The smooth, velvety texture gives this Syrah a lovely and easy feel, an impression compounded by luscious blackberry and blueberry jam, cassis liqueur, dark chocolate, cola and pepper flavors. It's pretty tannic, but nothing that beef or game can't handle. Drink now–2015.",Colson Canyon Vineyard,36,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Margerum 2009 Colson Canyon Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2009-colson-canyon-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2009,Margerum 14,Red,Spain,"This is a dark, flush specimen that's smoky, savory and charred on the nose. In the mouth, it's full and grabby, with staunch tannins and a toasty, lemony oak character driving blackberry, plum and cassis flavors. A finish with overriding burnt-toast notes is apropos.",Crianza,14,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Obalo 2009 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obalo-2009-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Obalo 12,White,France,"Held on the lees until bottling, this fine wine combines both extreme freshness and a more creamy textured weight. Lemon and green apples are combined with the tangy texture to give a wine that is ready to drink but could also age for a few more months.",Haute Sélection Sur Lie,15,89,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Domaine des Tilleuls 2012 Haute Sélection Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tilleuls-2012-haute-selection-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2012,Domaine des Tilleuls 14.5,Red,Spain,"This Garnacha-Monastrell blend opens with earthy, leafy aromas of blackberry and plum. In the mouth, it's well formed and healthy, with tangy acidity and grabby tannins. Flavors of plum and blackberry are surrounded by vanilla-laden oak, and the finish is similar, with a good feel and nice length.",Cavalls Very Old Vines Barrel Aged Single Vineyard Garnacha-Monastrell,18,89,Central Spain,Almansa,,Casa Rojo 2009 Cavalls Very Old Vines Barrel Aged Single Vineyard Garnacha-Monastrell Red (Almansa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-rojo-2009-cavalls-very-old-vines-barrel-aged-single-vineyard-garnacha-monastrell-red-almansa/,Red Blend,2009,Casa Rojo 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Chianti Classico shows ripe fruit aromas accented with espresso and spice. It has dense wild cherry, white pepper and cinnamon flavors layered with coffee and espresso notes. While it's still very tannic, the delicious and concentrated fruit balances out the palate.",,24,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Cacchiano 2008 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-cacchiano-2008-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2008,Castello di Cacchiano 13.5,White,US,"The cool vintage has given this wine brisk acidity and flavors of oranges and citrus fruits. Some French oak brings in rich notes of buttered toast and vanilla. It's an elegant wine that shows Chard in a more structured, less blowsy style.",,25,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Banshee Wines 2012 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banshee-wines-2012-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2012,Banshee Wines 14.5,Red,Italy,"This boasts ripe black fruit, chocolate and coffee aromas alongside clove and well-integrated oaky notes that all carry through to the palate. It has fresh acidity and round tannins, and will pair well with game and mildly seasoned cheeses.",Riserva,35,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Bandini Villa Pomona 2010 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bandini-villa-pomona-2010-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Bandini Villa Pomona 12.5,White,Spain,"Flowery, leesy, tropical aromas get this fresh white going. The mouthfeel is juicy and ripped, with sheer acidity. Tangy flavors of pineapple and tangerine set up a citrusy finish endowed with lime and orange notes. This is perfectly good Albariño with balance and depth of flavors.",,22,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Alvinte 2012 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alvinte-2012-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2012,Alvinte 14.1,White,US,"Brisk acidity and a cold, steely minerality give this wine a bracing cleanliness that makes it especially savory. Yet it has enough tropical and citrus fruit to satisfy your Chardonnay cravings. Drink now.",Oro De Plata,33,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller Estate 2011 Oro De Plata Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-estate-2011-oro-plata-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Keller Estate 13.3,Red,US,"This is a comfortable, modest wine with subtle pleasures. Strawberry and cherry fruit combine in a clean, fresh, lightly-oaked Pinot with medium length. Winemaker Jesse Lange has given the wine elegant proportion, and a kiss of vanilla in the finish.",Reserve,32,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lange 2011 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-2011-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Lange 13,White,Spain,"This is the type of Rueda that most white-wine fans probably want. The bouquet gives a mix of sassy lime and passion fruit, while the mouthfeel is zesty and fresh, with pithy citrus, grapefruit and lime flavors. A minerally finish that's angular yet smooth is welcome.",,14,89,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Viña Mayor 2012 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-2012-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2012,Viña Mayor 14.5,Red,US,"Will age for quite a while, gradually shedding fruit and tannins, but you're best off drinking it soon for savory youthful pleasure. Dry and balanced, it's showing lovely blackberry, currant and oak flavors.",,29,89,California,Napa,Yountville,Charles Krug 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Charles Krug 14,White,US,"This is a lovely Sauvignon Blanc that shows how well the Santa Ynez Valley can ripen the variety, while maintaining its vital acidity. Fermented in stainless steel, the wine shows tart flavors of lemons, limes and tropical fruits.",,18,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Carr 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Carr 13.5,Red,Spain,"Tobacco, mocha, lemony oak and red-fruit aromas comprise a good, traditional Rioja bouquet. The mouthfeel is pinched and raw, while herb, tomato and dried raspberry flavors carry the palate to an earthy, mossy conclusion. Drink this very good Rioja now through 2018.",Viña Muriel Reserva,40,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Muriel 2006 Viña Muriel Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-muriel-2006-vina-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Bodegas Muriel 14.4,Red,US,"This is a savory, delicious young Pinot Noir, although it does have a certain generic cool-climate quality. The acidity brims of the foggy coast, and so do the flavors, which range from rhubarbs and cola to sweeter red cherries. Decant it before serving.",,34,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Bravium 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bravium-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Bravium 13.9,Red,Argentina,"While showing roasted, tomato-like aromas, this Malbec from northern Argentina also features a nose full of tobacco, earth and berry fruit. There's acidic snap to the palate, but that only pumps up raspberry, toast and mild herbal flavors. A spicy, woody finish tastes exotic and saucy.",Don David Reserve,17,89,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Michel Torino 2011 Don David Reserve Malbec (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2011-don-david-reserve-malbec-calchaqui-valley/,Malbec,2011,Michel Torino 13.5,Red,Italy,"This shows toasted aromas along with underbrush and truffle. The palate delivers ripe plum, vanilla, chocolate espresso and toasted oak flavors. It's international in style, well made and enjoyable.",,,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Livernano 2010 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livernano-2010-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Livernano 15,Red,Spain,"Iugiter delivers berry, cola and licorice aromas in front of a racy, acid-rich palate that's linear in shape. Flavors of cherry, plum and raspberry are snappy and reflect a cool vintage, while the finish is equally racy, juicy and full of acidic snap.",Iugiter,36,89,Catalonia,Priorat,,La Conreria d'Scala Dei 2008 Iugiter Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-conreria-dscala-2008-iugiter-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2008,La Conreria d'Scala Dei 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Made from Pinot Noir, this Blanc de Noirs offers a mix of apple, citrus and yeasty aromas along with a hint of smoke and barrel toast. This is medium in body, with citrusy acidity and flavors of grapefruit, pineapple and tangerine. A fresh, driving finish without any obvious yeast or weight functions as a palate cleanser.",Blanc de Noirs Reserva Pinot Noir,33,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Juvé y Camps 2010 Blanc de Noirs Reserva Pinot Noir Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juve-camps-2010-blanc-noirs-reserva-pinot-noir-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2010,Juvé y Camps 13.5,Red,US,"Made in a style that's lower in alcohol and earthier than your typical Napa Valley Cabernet, this bottling has plenty of complex elegance. The blackberry, tobacco and cedar flavors will pair well with steak. Drink now–2017.",Estate,34,89,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Joullian 2009 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joullian-2009-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Joullian 13.5,Red,Italy,"This shows earthy aromas of forest floor, plum and leather, with intense notes of bell pepper and whiffs of red currant, all of which carry through to the savory palate. The fresh acidity makes it a perfect match for mildly seasoned cheeses or grilled burgers. Siena Imports, Barsotti Wines.",Olinto,14,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,I Fabbri 2010 Olinto (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-fabbri-2010-olinto-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,I Fabbri 14.2,Red,US,"Depth and complexity typify this mountain Cabernet. There's plenty of concentrated blackberry and black currant fruit, but also intriguing notes of olives, dark chocolate and minerals. A little soft, but fine for drinking now and through 2015.",,55,89,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Hess Collection 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-collection-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Hess Collection 14.5,Red,Italy,"This offers lovely floral fragrances of violet, iris and pressed powder. The palate shows sour cherry flavors layered with clove, white pepper, nutmeg and espresso notes. The finish is short and dry.",,23,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,San Giusto a Rentennano 2011 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-giusto-a-rentennano-2011-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,San Giusto a Rentennano 13.5,Red,France,"Is there such a thing as smoked raspberries? In any event, that's not far off what this wine smells like. It's mouthfilling, with berry and cassis flavors and softly dusty tannins on the finish that suggest ample ripeness. Drink now–2020.",Coteaux,58,89,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Tardieu-Laurent 2009 Coteaux (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2009-coteaux-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2009,Tardieu-Laurent 13.9,Red,US,"Somewhat heavy for a Pinot Noir despite modest alcohol, with the weight and texture of Grenache. It's tasty in cherry pie and cola flavors, with hints of orange zest, white pepper and toast, and the finish is dry. Drink now–2015.",Solomon Hills Vineyard,55,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tantara 2011 Solomon Hills Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2011-solomon-hills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Tantara 14.1,White,US,"This is sharp as a knife, with peppery herbs in the foreground, a hint of anise, and plenty of crisp, green apple fruit. It's got a refreshing gin-like citrus rind character, with hints of pineapple and a lick of butter on the finish.",Estate Grown,20,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Stoller 2012 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoller-2012-estate-grown-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2012,Stoller 12.7,Red,US,"Formerly the JV bottling, this is a fresh and textural Pinot Noir, with flavors of raspberry and cola intermingled. The mouthfeel is lively and clean, and the finish lightly spiced with cinnamon highlights.",Estate Grown,25,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Stoller 2011 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoller-2011-estate-grown-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Stoller 12.5,White,Slovenia,"Black tea and honey notes are irresistible on this intensely minerally Slovenian white wine. Fermented with indigenous yeasts, the midpalate is bright with fresh pear and apple flavors that are layered with smoke and dried herbs. Finishes on a delicately floral note.",Grganja,20,89,Kras,,,Štoka 2009 Grganja Vitovska (Kras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoka-2009-grganja-italian-white-vitovska-kras/,Vitovska,2009,Štoka 13.5,White,US,"Like the label says, this is a bone-dry wine. Laden with flint-infused tropical fruit and yellow apricot flavors brightened with a squirt of lime acidity, the is an especially mouthwatering wine. More than 13,000 cases produced.",Dry,20,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2011 Dry Fumé Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2011-dry-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2011,Robert Mondavi 14.8,Red,US,"Shows a fantastic concentration of mountain fruit, with potent black cherry, currant, cassis and plum flavors that go on and on into a long, spicy finish. The tannins are strong, while acidity is soft, suggesting immediate drinkability.",,59,89,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Sojourn 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sojourn-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Sojourn 13.5,Red,Italy,"I Massi shows aromas of crushed berry, forest floor and dried tobacco. It has plump, candied cherry flavors layered with nutmeg, black pepper and bright notes of orange zest. Vi.Sco., Panamerican.",I Massi,14,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa S. Andrea 2010 I Massi (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-s-andrea-2010-i-massi-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Villa S. Andrea 14,Red,Italy,"Violet and underbrush aromas lead on the nose of this wine, with glimmers of violet and ripe plum. The palate has wild cherry, mint and spice flavors, dusted with a hint of espresso. This is well-balanced and fresh, and should develop complexity over the next few years.",Terre di Prenzano,15,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Vignamaggio 2010 Terre di Prenzano (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignamaggio-2010-terre-prenzano-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Vignamaggio 13,Red,Italy,"This has violet, cherry and graphite aromas punctuated by a hint of vanilla. The palate offers bracing tannins and concentrated red-fruit flavors layered with well-integrated oak, espresso and chocolate.",Chiandrè,23,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Terre di Melazzano 2010 Chiandrè (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-melazzano-2010-chiandre-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Terre di Melazzano 13,White,France,"A totally fresh and herbaceous wine, this is very crisp and citrusy. It does have some weight as well, a ripe character that comes from apple juice and pear flavors. The wine is great to drink now but could age.",,28,89,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Vincent Delaporte 2012 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-delaporte-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Domaine Vincent Delaporte 13.3,Red,US,"This is a four-barrel selection—a blend of wines made from four different clones aged in 50% new oak. Cola and cherry-candy flavors carry hints of orange peel and pink grapefruit. It's an elegant wine, a step or two more concentrated than the winery's regular Pinot Noir, with a suggestion of earthy beet root in the finish.",Winemaker's Reserve,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Dion 2010 Winemaker's Reserve Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dion-2010-winemakers-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2010,Dion 14.5,Red,US,"Plummy and spicy, this Barbera is yummy in aromatic blackberry fruit, concentrated and structured with well-managed tannins. On the finish a teeter-totter of vanilla and chocolate.",,24,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Di Arie 2009 Barbera (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arie-2009-barbera-sierra-foothills/,Barbera,2009,Di Arie 12.5,White,Portugal,"This is an impressive, ripe wine with creamed green and white fruits layered with a citrus character. It's full in the mouth—rounded and finely textured—to give a serious, while still very fruity wine that could age, so drink from 2014.",Grand'Arte,11,89,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2012 Grand'Arte Chardonnay (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2012-grandarte-chardonnay-lisboa/,Chardonnay,2012,DFJ Vinhos 13,Red,Italy,"This is a lovely rosso that has the freshness and drinkability so many Vino Nobiles lack these days. This shows bright violet and plum aromas, with delicious wild cherry and nutmeg flavors balanced by silky tannins and bright acidity.",,17,89,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Gattavecchi 2012 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gattavecchi-2012-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2012,Gattavecchi 13,Red,Italy,"Rubiolo is a zesty Chianti Classico, with earthy aromas of dark cherry, iris and a whiff of leather. The palate offers a mouthwatering black-cherry flavor, as well as hints of white pepper and cinnamon. It's fresh and enjoyable now.",Rubiolo,23,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Gagliole 2010 Rubiolo (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gagliole-2010-rubiolo-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Gagliole 13.5,Red,Italy,"This shows underbrush aromas layered with hints of espresso and oak, all accompanied by juicy cherry, mint and vanilla flavors. It's not the most typical Chianti Classico, but supple and delicious nonetheless. It would pair well with chicken cacciatore. Amici Imports, Siema Wines.",,19,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Radda 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-radda-2010-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Castello di Radda 13,White,US,"What a delicious Sauvignon Blanc, and look at that everyday price. It's so easy to like the creamy, yet tart flavors of peaches, with a slight touch of sour lees for complexity. From Mason Cellars, with a case production of 48,000.",,10,89,California,California Other,California,Pomelo 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pomelo-2012-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Pomelo 14,Red,Portugal,"Already accessible, this rich wine has fine tannins, ripe blackberry fruit and a dry core. Acidity and juicy fruitiness play well together, giving a solid, firm wine that could age well. Drink until 2018.",Reserva,28,89,Douro,,,Poças 2010 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-2010-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Poças 12.5,Red,France,"A dense, wood-aged and tobacco scented wine. It has bramble fruits, red currants and a mineral texture. With layers of acidity as well as firm tannins, it should age well over 4–6 years.",Marie de Beauregard,,89,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Saget la Perrière 2011 Marie de Beauregard (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saget-perriere-2011-marie-beauregard-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Saget la Perrière 14.5,Red,US,"Shows a nice balance between ripe plums and cherries, and earthier notes of mushrooms, cola, sweet herbs and spices. The acidity and tannins are typical of this cooler part of the Russian River Valley. Drink now–2017.",Trenton View,35,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2009 Trenton View Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2009-trenton-view-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Joseph Swan Vineyards 15.4,Red,US,"Hard-edged tannins are the star on this wine now, but it does show an enormous heart of blackberries and black currants. Will it age? It is Howell Mountain, so the answer is, probably yes. Drink 2018–2020.",,65,89,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Stephen & Walker 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-walker-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Stephen & Walker 14.1,White,US,"Stainless-steel fermented and aged, this Sauvignon Blanc is juicy with kiwi and melon flavors, and pleasant in its crispness and bright acidity. A fantastic sipping wine to enjoy with all manner of seafood.",Randle Hill Vineyard,22,89,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Bink 2012 Randle Hill Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bink-2012-randle-hill-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Bink 13.9,Rose,US,"There's a new wave of rosé in California, of which this is a good example. It's dry, delicate and crisp, with subtle orange tea, pink grapefruit, spice and mineral flavors. Winemaker Emily Richer has done a great job taming the Cabernet Franc for this rosé wine.",Rosé of Cabernet Franc,24,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Virage 2012 Rosé of Cabernet Franc Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virage-2012-rose-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Rosé,2012,Virage 14,Red,Italy,"This has a charming bouquet of rose, violet and white pepper. Juicy cherry and strawberry flavors unfold on the palate, with nuances of mint and cinnamon. It's thoroughly enjoyable now, and should pair well with soups, pastas or grilled chicken.",,22,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Calcinaia 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-calcinaia-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Villa Calcinaia 14.4,Red,US,"The Adobe block was planted in 1999, and the wine has a fruit-forward character, like jam, that makes it somewhat simple. Bright, crisp Bien Nacido acidity makes the raspberries and cherries sing. It will be fascinating to watch future bottlings as the vines age.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Adobe,55,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tantara 2011 Bien Nacido Vineyard Adobe Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2011-bien-nacido-vineyard-adobe-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Tantara 12.9,White,US,"This single-vineyard Pinot Blanc crisply reflects both vintage and site, with tart apple and citrus flavors that are slightly grassy, herbaceous, and peppery. There is a smooth, somewhat oily or glossy finish to it, as if some of the rough edges had been sanded away; yet the acidity that remains is more than adequate to keep it fresh and the fruit flavors vivid.",Crannell Vineyard,18,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Walter Scott 2011 Crannell Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walter-scott-2011-crannell-vineyard-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Walter Scott 13,White,Spain,"Fleshy aromas of melon and passion fruit introduce a rock solid palate that's pithy and round. Flavors of citrus pith lend bitterness to core grapefruit and passion fruit flavors, while the finish is briny and tastes of citrus and green fruits. Drink this Verdejo right away.",,14,89,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Valdelainos 2012 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdelainos-2012-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2012,Valdelainos 12,White,Portugal,"A wood-aged wine, this shows Chardonnay's richness along with spicy wood and opulent fruit. Bold acidity and a citrus edge cuts the smoothness. It's for short-term aging over 2–4 years.",Guru,45,89,Douro,,,Wine & Soul 2011 Guru White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-soul-2011-guru-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2011,Wine & Soul 12.9,Red,US,"In keeping with the winery's commitment to exploring some less-traveled wine roads, this is a coferment of 75% Pinot Noir and 25% Chardonnay. Soft, delicate and aromatic, with a pale rose color, it is definitely not in the mainstream of Oregon Pinots. Nonetheless, it's very well crafted, aromatic and delivers plenty of flavor and depth.",Bieze Vineyard The Prince,40,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,ENSO 2011 Bieze Vineyard The Prince Pinot-Chardonnay (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enso-2011-bieze-vineyard-prince-white-blend-pinot-chardonnay-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot-Chardonnay,2011,ENSO 14,Red,Spain,"Aromas of prune and plum come with earthy accents and rubbery notes. The palate on this Monastrell is drawing, with rubbery tannins. Flavors lean toward blackberry, dark plum and cassis, while the finish is solid but short and clipped. For a full-bodied, value-priced wine to drink with grilled meats, this is it.",La Tremenda,13,89,Levante,Alicante,,Enrique Mendoza 2009 La Tremenda Monastrell (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enrique-mendoza-2009-tremenda-mourvedre-monastrell-alicante/,Monastrell,2009,Enrique Mendoza 14.8,Red,US,"This young Syrah is loaded with an aromatic mix of vanilla, espresso, dark chocolate and black pepper. The fruit is light and the tannins supple.",,35,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Echo Ridge 2010 Syrah (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echo-ridge-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other-columbia-valley-or/,Syrah,2010,Echo Ridge 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a bright selection, showing wild cherry, leather and balsamic notes alongside hints of well-integrated oak, pepper and espresso. It's not complex but it has a silky texture and is enjoyable now. Michael Skurnik Wines, Estate Wines.",,25,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Le Cinciole 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cinciole-2010-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Le Cinciole 13.4,White,US,"Meyer lemon and a hint of fresh herbs—lemon verbena, tarragon and cilantro—elevate this polished and textural effort. There's a nice long finish; a fine bottle, especially at this price.",,12,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lujon 2012 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lujon-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Lujon 14,Red,Italy,"This wine has an intriguing fragrance of dill, violet, black fruit, white pepper and new oak. The palate is still rather closed, but reveals ripe black cherry notes alongside hints of well-integrated oak and mint. It has elegant tannins and ample length to the finish.",Berardenga,26,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Felsina 2011 Berardenga (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felsina-2011-berardenga-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2011,Felsina 14,Red,Italy,"This shows ripe cherry, plum and spice aromas, with hints of oak and mint. The palate is still a bit shy but reveals restrained notes of wild cherry, pepper and toasty, well-integrated oak. Drink 2015–2020.",,24,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fattoria Poggerino 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-poggerino-2010-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Fattoria Poggerino 14.4,Red,US,"Winemaker/owner Chuck Mansfield is devoted to California Grenache, offering this gem from the Sierra Foothills' subregion of El Dorado County. Light in color and fresh in taste, its layers of slightly savory rhubarb and strawberry are boosted by firm acidity and an enticing finish of spice. At under $20 this is an exceptional deal for the quality.",,18,89,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Four Fields 2011 Grenache (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-fields-2011-grenache-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Grenache,2011,Four Fields 14,Red,Portugal,"This wine takes a new-world view of Cabernet Sauvignon—juicy, fruity and with a mouthful of black fruit and chocolate-flavored tannins. At the same time, there's a Portuguese twist in the spice, and the is structured with bold acidity and a firm, dry core. Drink from 2014.",,12,89,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-tejo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Fiuza 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made with organic grapes, this shows violet and toasted aromas of coffee and carob. The palate delivers dense, dark fruit with hints of orange peel, herbs and well-integrated oak. It's tightly knit, with lithe tannins.",,20,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Badia a Coltibuono 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badia-a-coltibuono-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Badia a Coltibuono 13,White,US,"A fine effort, this has juicy flavors of apple and pear, lightly dusted with cinnamon spice. An astonishing 46,000 cases are made, which must be second only to King Estate for Oregon Pinot Gris production.",,13,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,A to Z 2012 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-to-z-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2012,A to Z 14,Red,Italy,"This leads with beautiful scents of violet, berry, spice and pressed powder, while the palate reveals a black cherry core peppered by hints of spice and licorice. This already seems evolved, with smooth, round tannins and an accessible nature. Ready now, so enjoy soon.",,30,89,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Valdipiatta 2010 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-valdipiatta-2010-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,Valdipiatta 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a luminous Chianti Classico, offering upfront wild cherry, violet and iris aromas. The bright palate delivers red cherry and cinnamon flavor alongside notes of truffle and licorice. Young and forward, this is already enjoyable.",RS,15,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Badia a Coltibuono 2011 RS (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badia-a-coltibuono-2011-rs-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2011,Badia a Coltibuono 14.4,Red,US,"A lovely Pinot Noir, as light as air in the mouth, but with seriously good flavors of raspberries, cherries, orange zest and softened cola. The acidity is immediately noticeable, and may outlast the fruit as the wine ages. Drink now–2015.",Estate Grown,42,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Zotovich Cellars 2010 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zotovich-cellars-2010-estate-grown-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Zotovich Cellars 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is still somewhat closed, with subdued aromas of underbrush and tobacco leaf. The palate is not too expressive, but reveals red cherry, white pepper and cinnamon flavors. This tannins are still very astringent, though they should soften with time. Drink after 2018.",,45,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casisano Colombaio 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casisano-colombaio-2008-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2008,Casisano Colombaio 13,White,France,"A young Chenin Blanc, with notes of green apples, almonds and some bitterness. It's closed and tight at the moment, exhibiting more minerality than fruit. Give this wine at least four years.",Sec,35,89,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Vignoble Brisebarre 2011 Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignoble-brisebarre-2011-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Vignoble Brisebarre 13,Red,Portugal,"Blending Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Touriga Nacional results in a bold, red-fruited wine with more fruitiness than tannin. It's rich, ripe, right up front and already delicious.",3 Castas,,89,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2012 3 Castas Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2012-3-castas-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2012,Fiuza 12.9,Rose,US,"A co-ferment of Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir, this dry rosé has complex fruit aromas and flavors of strawberry, rhubarb, and wild raspberries. Perfect for summer.",Dry,20,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,ENSO 2012 Dry Rosé (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enso-2012-dry-rose-willamette-valley/,Rosé,2012,ENSO 14,Red,Italy,"Made only in outstanding vintages, this riserva offers aromas of plum, oak and coffee. The palate delivers raspberry, red currant and chocolate flavors accented by toasted oak and licorice notes. It has bracing tannins that still need some time to loosen up, so drink 2016–2021.",Riserva Antica Chiusina,55,89,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Fattoria Del Cerro 2006 Riserva Antica Chiusina (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-cerro-2006-riserva-antica-chiusina-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2006,Fattoria Del Cerro 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Floral on the nose, this is lighter and more refreshing than many of its peers on the palate. It's dry or nearly dry, offering peach, pear and apple notes.",,16,89,Awatere Valley,,,Eradus 2011 Pinot Gris (Awatere Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eradus-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-awatere-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,Eradus ,Red,New Zealand,"Peppery, beefy and enticing, this wild and wooly Pinot layers those savory notes over a core of tart cranberry and cherry-pie fruit.",Angel Flower,60,89,Canterbury,,,Pyramid Valley 2010 Angel Flower Pinot Noir (Canterbury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pyramid-valley-2010-angel-flower-pinot-noir-canterbury/,Pinot Noir,2010,Pyramid Valley 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Earthy, mossy berry aromas are a bit damp but improve with airing. This shows proper structure with no flab despite having a lot of weight. Mint and herbal shadings give core cassis and berry flavors character, and those same flavors carry onto a long-running finish.",Reserve,17,89,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Michel Torino 2011 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2011-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-calchaqui-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Michel Torino 14.3,Red,US,"A temptingly priced Syrah that's meaty and inky, deep in ink and leather, with a smokey finish. With 10 percent Cabernet Sauvignon in the mix, this is an impressive wine at this price and will pour nicely with grilled meats.",,16,89,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,Matchbook 2010 Syrah (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matchbook-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Syrah,2010,Matchbook 13,Red,Italy,"This fragrant wine shows rose, violet and berry aromas, while the palate offers restrained berry flavors laced with hints of white pepper, nutmeg and mineral. Its direct, streamlined structure makes it enjoyable now.",,,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Montesecondo 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montesecondo-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Montesecondo 15.5,Red,US,"Lots of alcohol in this Zin, but it wears it well. It's a fat, unctuous wine, sweet in raspberries and cherries, with just a touch of savory raisins that give it a porty finish. Defines the Dry Creek style.",,28,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mill Creek 2010 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mill-creek-2010-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Mill Creek 13,White,Italy,"This spicy Vernaccia has lovely fragrances of jasmine and pear, with glimmers of clove and white pepper. The refreshing palate delivers flavors of pear, green apple, banana peel and nutmeg. It has a crisp finish that cleans the palate.",Tenute Niccolai,14,89,Tuscany,Vernaccia di San Gimignano,,Palagetto 2012 Tenute Niccolai (Vernaccia di San Gimignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palagetto-2012-tenute-niccolai-italian-white-vernaccia-vernaccia-san-gimignano/,Vernaccia,2012,Palagetto 12.5,White,France,"A delicate wine, so full of fruitiness: ripe pear and apple flavors with a creamy texture. It's a wine that is totally ready to drink, although it should age for a few years.",,17,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Jean-Luc Mader 2012 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-luc-mader-2012-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Domaine Jean-Luc Mader 13,White,France,"Just spicy, this wine draws its strength from its rich texture, warm apricot fruit flavors and complex balance between acidity and ripeness. It makes for a generous wine that will certainly age a few years.",Le Berger,23,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Gérard Neumeyer 2011 Le Berger Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gerard-neumeyer-2011-le-berger-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2011,Domaine Gérard Neumeyer 14,Red,Italy,"This fragrant wine offers mature cherry, white pepper and cinnamon aromas, with a whiff of violet in the back. The palate shows ripe plum and raspberry fruits, layered with nutmeg and licorice accents. Thanks to soft tannins and tame acidity, this is ready to drink now.",,27,89,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Bindella 2009 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bindella-2009-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2009,Bindella 14.1,White,US,"There's plenty to admire in this Chardonnay, from the dryness and acidic structure to the subtle, complex range of citrus and tropical fruit flavors. The creamy, leesy mouthfeel makes it lush.",Longwood,35,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaucanon 2011 Longwood Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaucanon-2011-longwood-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Beaucanon 14,Red,France,"Very firm and tannic wine with surprisingly high alcohol for the Loire. The wine certainly is rich: wood, caramel and dark chocolate are all present as well as the spice of Cabernet Franc. They dominant the red plum fruit flavors and give a very dry aftertaste. The wine needs 2–4 years to soften out.",Château de la Mulonnière Rouge Baiser,,89,Loire Valley,Anjou Villages,,Saget la Perrière 2010 Château de la Mulonnière Rouge Baiser Cabernet Franc-Cabernet Sauvignon (Anjou Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saget-perriere-2010-chateau-mulonniere-rouge-baiser-red-blend-cabernet-franc-cabernet-sauvignon-anjou-villages/,Cabernet Franc-Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Saget la Perrière 14.2,White,US,"This nicely structured Chardonnay balances the creamy sourness of sur lie aging, spicy oak and the acidity of a cool vintage in Santa Maria Valley, and the long hangtime flavors of pineapples, oranges and tropical fruits. The result is a tremendously rich wine, but not necessarily a very subtle one. Drink now.",Sierra Madre Vineyard,39,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 2010 Sierra Madre Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2010-sierra-madre-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Testarossa 13.9,Red,US,"A minty, tomato-leafy Cabernet with 12% Petit Verdot and 3% Merlot, this is an accessible, round-tannin wine, elegant and tempting in cardamom spice. The flavors ping pong between dark chocolate and dark cherries, with enough density to pair well with filet mignon and enough high-toned acidity to drink before that steak is done.",,48,89,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Steven Kent 13.7,White,US,"This is unoaked Chardonnay makes you wonder how it can be so good without any barrel influence. The reason is the minerally, acidic structure and the tropical fruit, green apple and peach flavors that come from some great vineyards. With low alcohol, it feels as light as air, but possesses real seriousness.",Steel,18,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sebastiani 2012 Steel Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2012-steel-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Sebastiani 14.5,Red,US,"One of the better Petit Verdots out there, dark in color, dry, full-bodied and complex. It has very hard tannins, but the blackberries and currants are so strong, they push right through. Give it a good, long decant and drink now.",Estate Grown,42,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 2009 Estate Grown Petit Verdot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-2009-estate-grown-petit-verdot-napa-valley/,Petit Verdot,2009,Markham 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This is an inky, minty smelling Malbec-based blend (with 30% Bonarda), offering wild berry, resiny oak and vanilla aromas. A tight palate with a healthy acid level provides cut and definition, while flavors of baked black fruits come across woody and finish with heat and a chocolaty flavor.",Mora Negra,30,89,Other,Pedernal Valley,,Finca Las Moras 2009 Mora Negra Red (Pedernal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2009-mora-negra-red-pedernal-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Finca Las Moras 13.9,White,US,"Shows the extravagant richness with masses of tropical fruits, pears, oranges and honeysuckle. This flirts with being over the top, but avoids it, retreating from fruit bombiness into more restrained minerality. Drink now.",La Cruz Vineyard,38,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller Estate 2011 La Cruz Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-estate-2011-cruz-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Keller Estate 14.5,Red,Spain,"After early aromas of grass and alfalfa, this Garnacha-led blend offers dark-berry scents with minty accents. The palate on De Batea is firm to the point of being hard, with gritty tannins. Flavors of raisin, black currant and herbal hints end with prune and licorice. This is very good but lacks the clarity and balance of an excellent wine.",De Batea,75,89,Catalonia,Terra Alta,,Lafou 2008 De Batea Red (Terra Alta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafou-2008-batea-red-terra-alta/,Red Blend,2008,Lafou 15,Red,Italy,"This is a bold and savory selection, with intense fragrances of violet, plum and red licorice. The rich palate shows prune, cassis, clove, anisette and espresso, with big but round tannins and surprising freshness for the vintage. The finish ends with the warmth of alcohol.",Vigna Scianello,40,89,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,La Ciarliana 2007 Vigna Scianello (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciarliana-2007-vigna-scianello-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2007,La Ciarliana 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Rosso di Montepulciano offers pretty floral fragrances of violet and rose typical of Sangiovese and Mammolo grapes. The palate boasts wild cherry and white pepper flavors, with a hint of cinnamon. This is silky smooth and easy to drink; it's ready now, so enjoy soon.",,18,89,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Valdipiatta 2011 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-valdipiatta-2011-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2011,Valdipiatta 13.7,Red,US,"With a nose of strong plum and baked raspberry, Miro's blend of 67% Grenache, 25% Mourvèdre and 8% Syrah is strong in Grenache's perfumed rose petal and bright fruit flavor, fairly priced and sure to be enjoyed with food.",Cuvée Sasha,18,89,California,North Coast,North Coast,Miro 2011 Cuvée Sasha G-S-M (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miro-2011-cuvee-sasha-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-north-coast/,G-S-M,2011,Miro 14,Red,Turkey,"Intensely ripe, fleshy black plum and cherry flavors are offset by savory smoke and char on this wine made from native Turkish grapes. It's big on the palate with concentrated black-fruit flavor, but accented by dainty violet and tart cranberry tones.",Reserve Dry,25,89,Ankara,,,Vinkara 2010 Reserve Dry Kalecik Karasi (Ankara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinkara-2010-reserve-dry-other-red-kalecik-karasi-ankara/,Kalecik Karasi,2010,Vinkara 14,Red,Spain,"Coffee, mocha, char and roasted black-fruit aromas control the bouquet on this modern Rioja. Lemony acidity provides lift to the palate, which has a raw, abrasive, tannic bite. Flavors of toast, chocolate, lemon rind and black fruits finish similarly, with a chewy texture. Drink through 2018.",Mirto,70,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramón Bilbao 2008 Mirto (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramon-bilbao-2008-mirto-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Ramón Bilbao 13,White,France,"A very ripe feeling wine, with tropical fruit notes. Mango and spice combine with a touch of acidity to give a full, balanced wine. Hinting at mushrooms at the end, it is ready to drink.",Nature'S,27,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Louis Sipp 2010 Nature'S Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-sipp-2010-natures-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2010,Louis Sipp 14,Red,Portugal,"Cool-climate Touriga Nacional brings forth intriguing red-fruit flavors and tannins that are soft. The wine is spicy and herbal, and lightly textured with a floral character and a smooth aftertaste, touched by brisk acidity. Langdon Shiverick, Comète Wines.",Vinhas do Lasso Tinto,17,89,Lisboa,,,Quinta do Pinto 2009 Vinhas do Lasso Tinto Touriga Nacional (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-pinto-2009-vinhas-lasso-tinto-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-lisboa/,Touriga Nacional,2009,Quinta do Pinto 14,Red,Argentina,"Rich, jammy black-fruit aromas come with plenty of wood, char and campfire-related grit. The palate is chunky and a bit soft, with prune, raisin, baked plum and herbal flavors, especially on the finish, which feels plump, loamy and fully ripe.",Premium,18,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Soluna 2010 Premium Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soluna-2010-premium-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Soluna 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Ripe cassis, raspberry and mint aromas precede a dense, meaty, full-bodied and oaky palate. Rooty flavors of baked black fruits, licorice, molasses and spice are savory and bold, while the finish is a bit more quick and basic despite showing a roasted, chewy texture.",Alta Las Barrancas Vineyards,34,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2010 Alta Las Barrancas Vineyards Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2010-alta-las-barrancas-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2010,Pascual Toso 14.5,Red,New Zealand,"Already showing a bit of evolution in its bricking color and aromas of dried cherries and brown sugar, this should be consumed over the next couple of years. It's still reasonably round and supple, with an admirably silky finish.",Falveys Vineyard,23,89,Marlborough,,,Omaka Springs 2010 Falveys Vineyard Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/omaka-springs-2010-falveys-vineyard-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Omaka Springs 14.2,White,US,"The underlying Chardonnay is dry, brisk in acidity and interesting in mineral-driven citrus and tropical fruits. It's also very leesy and creamy, which lends a savory-tart roundness. Drink now–2015.",Estate Grown,36,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Zotovich Cellars 2010 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zotovich-cellars-2010-estate-grown-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2010,Zotovich Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"This is a lush Cabernet, rich in chocolate and cherry pie flavors, with raisin and currant notes that add to the complexity. It's absolutely delicious, in the modern Napa style, but too soft for aging.",The Philanthropist Yountville Estate Vineyard,59,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 2009 The Philanthropist Yountville Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-2009-philanthropist-yountville-estate-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Markham 14.5,Red,US,"Enormously rich in blackberry and cherry pie, mocha and oak flavors, this Cab has ripe, fine tannins and a spicy finish. It's surprisingly soft, which limits its ageability, so drink now–2015.",The Altruist Calistoga Estate Vineyard,59,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 2009 The Altruist Calistoga Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-2009-altruist-calistoga-estate-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Markham 14.1,Rose,US,"Silky and delicate in the mouth, with racy acidity and a clean, snowmelt purity. The flavors are fairly concentrated for a rosé, showing orange tea, strawberry jam, vanilla bean, honey and spice flavors. It's a big enough wine to drink with things Pinot Noir goes with, like salmon or ahi tuna.",The Vineyard Next Door,18,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2012 The Vineyard Next Door Rosé (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2012-vineyard-next-door-rose-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Rosé,2012,Joseph Swan Vineyards 12.5,White,France,"A chalky textured and mineral-driven wine, it's crisp while also smooth and rich. It is full of white fruits, softly textured herbaceousness and lively final acidity. A wine to age for a few months or even a year or two. Screwcap.",Le Chant des Vignes,20,89,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Joseph Mellot 2012 Le Chant des Vignes (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-mellot-2012-le-chant-vignes-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Joseph Mellot 12.5,White,France,"Aromatic and fruity wine with soft texture and ripe apple and citrus fruit flavors. From a small vineyard area not far from Sancerre, this wine is just that bit warmer and fatter in style with a full-bodied aftertaste.",,20,89,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Jean-Michel Sorbe 2012 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-michel-sorbe-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Jean-Michel Sorbe 14.5,Red,US,"This new winery makes pure varietal wines from a vineyard in eastern Oregon. Lightly scented with smoke, tar, incense and tobacco, this spicy, somewhat peppery wine makes the most of light red-fruit flavors from fairly young vines.",,52,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Echo Ridge 2010 Merlot (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echo-ridge-2010-merlot-other-columbia-valley-or/,Merlot,2010,Echo Ridge 13.5,White,France,"Off dry, this rich and spicy wine has a fine, creamy texture, ripe yellow fruits and a mango juice flavor. It's full-bodied and generous yet with a fine, crisp aftertaste to balance.",,19,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Jean-Luc Mader 2011 Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-luc-mader-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2011,Domaine Jean-Luc Mader 13,White,France,"Intensely fruity, ripe and full-bodied. It has delicious apple and apricot flavors, bursting out of the glass with pure enjoyment. Lively acidity gives an extra dimension of brightness. Drink now.",Le Chenin,18,89,Loire Valley,Anjou,,Domaine FL 2010 Le Chenin Chenin Blanc (Anjou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fl-2010-le-chenin-chenin-blanc-anjou/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Domaine FL 13,White,France,"Distinctive and very rich in character, this is an intensely perfumed wine. Acidity comes through the more generous, opulent texture to give a ripe, full-bodied and ready to drink wine.",Domaine Saint-Rémy Herrenweg,21,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Ehrhart 2011 Domaine Saint-Rémy Herrenweg Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ehrhart-2011-saint-remy-herrenweg-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Domaine Ehrhart 13.5,Red,Spain,"This Old World-style blend comes across medium in body, with an emphasis on dry red fruits. The nose is earthy and a touch leafy smelling, with vanilla shadings and lots of plum and berry. In the mouth, it's crisp and focused given its age, with raspberry, plum and strawberry flavors. A light finish with fading cherry notes is a good close. Drink through 2014.",Campo Lindo Gran Selección Old Wine,25,89,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Bodegas 1898 2005 Campo Lindo Gran Selección Old Wine Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-1898-2005-campo-lindo-gran-seleccion-old-wine-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-catalunya/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,1898,Bodegas 1898 14.1,Red,US,"While thick and dark, this brawny Syrah is elegantly structured, firm, and aged enough to be a wise choice with food. It tastes of wild blackberry—just picked—dripping off the vines.",Hawks Butte Vineyard,32,89,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Bink 2006 Hawks Butte Vineyard Syrah (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bink-2006-hawks-butte-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Syrah,2006,Bink 14.5,Red,Italy,"I Quadri offers violet and iris aromas accented by vanilla and toasted oak sensations. The palate shows a black pepper streak wrapped around a core of plum and ripe cherry, finishing on a roasted coffee bean note. It's forward and ready to enjoy soon.",I Quadri,40,89,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Bindella 2009 I Quadri (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bindella-2009-i-quadri-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2009,Bindella 13.5,White,Spain,This barrel-fermented Viura shows toasty popcorn aromas that are derived directly from oak. The palate has a woody personality with tight acidity and flavors that suggest Burgundian Chardonnay. Baked apple and vanilla notes come in front of a long finish.,Cask Fermented,32,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baigorri 2010 Cask Fermented Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baigorri-2010-cask-fermented-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2010,Baigorri 14.5,Red,Italy,"From the very warm 2007 vintage, this offers earthy aromas of underbrush, truffle and overripe berry. The palate is warm and evolved, with concentrated black fruit and round tannins, but it lacks freshness and energy. Drink soon.",Vigna d'Alfiero,50,88,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Valdipiatta 2007 Vigna d'Alfiero (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-valdipiatta-2007-vigna-dalfiero-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2007,Valdipiatta 13.5,Red,Italy,"An earthy underbrush aroma mingles with scents of plum and prune, with just a hint of flint in the background. The palate is warm, showing a spirit-soaked black cherry and balsamic herb flavor. While this still retains some freshness, the tannins are smoothing out and the fruit is fading, so drink soon.",,31,88,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Le Bertille 2007 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bertille-2007-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2007,Le Bertille 13.4,White,US,"Opening with a pretty honeysuckle nose, this Viognier is completely in balance, with layers of lime and pineapple and restrained weight. Enjoy with Thai papaya salad or ceviche.",Tumbas Vineyard,24,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Legendre 2012 Tumbas Vineyard Viognier (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legendre-2012-tumbas-vineyard-viognier-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Viognier,2012,Legendre 12.5,White,Spain,"Subdued aromas of pear and white flowers come in front of a round, mature palate that's at maximum maturity in terms of maintaining freshness. Flavors of pulpy citrus and green apple finish with zest and kick. Drink now.",Etiqueta Verde,18,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Granbazán 2011 Etiqueta Verde Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/granbazan-2011-etiqueta-verde-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,Granbazán 14,White,Portugal,"A very lemony wine, this is complex, ripe and full-bodied, with some hints of wood aging. It has a rich character with a creamy, buttery texture. The acidity at the end keeps all this richness on the straight and narrow.",Pato Frio Grande Escolha,8,89,Alentejo,,,Wines & Winemakers 2011 Pato Frio Grande Escolha Antão Vaz (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2011-pato-frio-grande-escolha-portuguese-white-antao-vaz-alentejo/,Antão Vaz,2011,Wines & Winemakers 13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine embodies the allure of young Chianti Classico. It has floral and fruit fragrances of violet, berry and plum. Juicy black-cherry and white-pepper flavors mingle with hints of white mushroom and dried tobacco on the palate.",,20,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello San Sano 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-san-sano-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Castello San Sano 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a delightful rosso, offering spicy and earthy fragrances of clove and pepper as well as whiffs of leather and forest floor. The palate offers delicious dark plum flavors layered with spice. This is enjoyable, very well balanced and is perfect to pair with salami or seasoned cheese.",,20,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Poggio alla Sala 2012 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-alla-sala-2012-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2012,Poggio alla Sala 14.1,Red,US,"With pretty black cherry, cola, bacon and cedar flavors that finish long and spicy, this Syrah is nice to drink now. It feels lush and soft in the mouth, and falls in weight between Pinot Noir and Merlot.",Purisima Mountain Vineyard,36,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Margerum 2009 Purisima Mountain Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2009-purisima-mountain-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2009,Margerum 14.5,Red,France,"Firm, ripe and structured, this is a wine with a solid grounding in black fruits and tannins. It has a dry core and smoky flavors, with a blackberry juice note that offers a dense texture as well as aging potential.",La Baronnie Madeleine,,89,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Couly-Dutheil 2011 La Baronnie Madeleine (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couly-dutheil-2011-la-baronnie-madeleine-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Couly-Dutheil 14.1,White,US,"Despite being made without oak, this Chardonnay doesn't lack for richness. In fact, it's flamboyantly ripe, with tropical fruit, orange, lime and peach flavors. Aging on the lees adds creamy, slightly sour notes, while modest alcohol keeps it all balanced. It's a delightful wine for drinking with tuna, either grilled or tartare.",Steel,30,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Dierberg 2011 Steel Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dierberg-2011-steel-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Dierberg 12.5,White,France,"A very soft Riesling, missing the steeliness while gaining ripe white fruits and a fragrant, gentle character. It is attractively structured, though needs a year to age.",Domaine Saint-Rémy Herrenweg,20,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Ehrhart 2011 Domaine Saint-Rémy Herrenweg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ehrhart-2011-saint-remy-herrenweg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Domaine Ehrhart 13.5,Red,US,"Classic Qupe Bien Nacido Syrah—dry, full-bodied and ageable. It has complex flavors of blackberries, crisped bacon, black pepper and cedar. The mouthfeel is velvety and smooth, with young, firm tannins. Give it a vigorous decant if you want to drink it before 2016.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,30,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Qupé 2010 Bien Nacido Vineyard Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2010-bien-nacido-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2010,Qupé 13,Red,Portugal,"Put two powerful, warm-climate grapes together and you get a rich, densely fruity and structured wine. Solid tannins complement a concentrated palate full of ripe red-berry fruits. Drink now, and until 2020.",,34,89,Duriense,,,Quinta da Romaneira 2010 Red (Duriense),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-romaneira-2010-red-duriense/,Touriga Nacional Blend,2010,Quinta da Romaneira 13.5,White,France,"Perfumed wine with some subtle overtones of spice, fresh fruits and acidity. It is a wine that has a rounded texture with just a final seasoning of pepper.",Cuvée Engel,18,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Fernand Engel 2011 Cuvée Engel Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fernand-engel-2011-cuvee-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Domaine Fernand Engel 15.8,Red,US,"An impressive Mourvèdre from winemaker Ryan Pease, who used to work in the tasting room at Linne Calodo. The grapes are from the well-known Glenrose Vineyard, and the wine shows an enormous burst of fresh red fruits, berries and spices. It's a bit hot in high alcohol that gives it a burn through the finish.",The Other One,38,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Paix Sur Terre 2011 The Other One Mourvèdre (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paix-sur-terre-2011-other-one-mourvedre-central-coast-paso-robles/,Mourvèdre,2011,Paix Sur Terre 12.5,White,Portugal,"A citrus-dominated wine, this is very fruity, crisp and refreshing. Coming from the mountains in the southeast of the region, it has a crisp, cool character with bright and lively texture. Ready to drink now.",Branco,12,87,Vinho Verde,,,Casa do Valle 2012 Branco White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-do-valle-2012-branco-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Casa do Valle 14,Red,US,"You'll find cherry pie, red currant and sweet oak flavors in this smooth, dry wine. The tannins are brisk, but soft enough to drink the wine now with pleasure.",Camp 4 Vineyard,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Carr 2010 Camp 4 Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2010-camp-4-vineyard-cabernet-franc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Carr 12,White,France,"A delicate wine, with acidity and perfumed character touched by citrus and green apples. There is a core of steel, finishing with crisp, textured acidity.",Réserve,,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Willm 2012 Réserve Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willm-2012-reserve-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2012,Willm 14,Red,Portugal,"One of Portugal's most popular brands, this is rich, soft, solidly textured. It's a fine blend of five grapes including Syrah and Cabernet, giving a warm, enveloping feel. Acidity offers a balance, leaving a ripe, full flavored wine that needs a few months but is ready now.",Marquês de Borba,15,87,Alentejo,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2012 Marquês de Borba Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2012-marques-borba-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2012,J. Portugal Ramos 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an unpretentious wine with a bright, floral character. It has violet and strawberry aromas and a solid core of red cherry flavor, sprinkled with white pepper. The tannins are a bit brash, but this is still fresh and delicious.",Lucignano,15,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Agricoltori del Chianti Geografico 2011 Lucignano (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricoltori-chianti-geografico-2011-lucignano-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,Agricoltori del Chianti Geografico 19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Bottled in 2003, this LBV is ready to drink. It is very sweet with notes of toffee and almond, along with mature fruit flavors of raisin. The downside is that the alcohol seems to stand out on the palate, giving a burning aftertaste.",Late Bottled Vintage,,87,Port,,,Senhora do Convento 1999 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senhora-convento-1999-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1999,Senhora do Convento 13.9,White,US,"So acidic, dry and citrusy, it's more like a Sauvignon Blanc than Chardonnay, but that doesn't mean it's not a fine wine. Despite the leanness, it shows plenty of elegance.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Jenner 2011 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jenner-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Jenner 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Dusty cherry aromas are basic and open, but not complex. The mouthfeel on this Cava is a bit foamy, while red-fruit flavors of raspberry and cherry carry a citrusy offset. A touch of bitterness rises up on what is otherwise a good, healthy finish.",Brut Rosé,16,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Juvé y Camps NV Brut Rosé Pinot Noir (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juve-y-camps-nv-brut-rose-pinot-noir-cava-166485/,Pinot Noir,,Juvé y Camps 13.5,Red,US,"Ripe, spicy flavors of raspberry jam, spread over buttered toast and sprinkled with cinnamon and cocoa mark this silky, light young Pinot. It doesn't have the stuffing for age, but is wonderful now with paté, mushroom risotto, beef tacos.",,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Stephen Ross 2011 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Stephen Ross 14.4,White,US,"This wine is marked by dry, tingly acidity and pure, laser-iike pink grapefruit, Meyer lemon and lime flavors. A strong hint of green gooseberry gives it a savory appeal akin to New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc.",Jespersen Vineyard,22,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Niner 2012 Jespersen Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niner-2012-jespersen-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-edna-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Niner ,Red,Italy,"This brooding wine has a ripe character that reflects the warmth of the vintage. It shows dense plum, black pepper, coffee, chocolate and vanilla sensations, along with well integrated oak.",,22,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Il Molino di Grace 2009 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-molino-grace-2009-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Il Molino di Grace 12.5,White,France,"Warm, ripe Riesling, just off dry which gives the texture softness and richness. It has flavors of almonds and lime juice with hints of peach and melon. Ready to drink, but could be aged for 2–3 years.",,16,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Joseph Fritsch 2011 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-fritsch-2011-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Joseph Fritsch 15,Red,Argentina,"This is a meaty, toasty style of Malbec with heady berry aromas that become gritty with airing. A full and deep palate hosts toasty, ripe plum flavors along with lots of oak, which leaves a toasted and hot finish that's also minty.",,14,87,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Filus 2011 Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filus-2011-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2011,Filus 14,Red,US,"Just two barrels of this Cabernet Franc were produced, yielding a lightly fruity wine with watermelon and strawberry as the dominant flavors. It's pleasant and focused, though not especially deep.",,45,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Echo Ridge 2010 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echo-ridge-2010-cabernet-franc-other-columbia-valley-or/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Echo Ridge 15,Red,Portugal,"Big, rich, spicy wood and black-plum fruits delineate this complex and powerful wine from a vineyard in the Torto valley. The palate is dense and full of ripe fruit—perhaps too ripe for its own good. A huge mouthful of wine.",,55,87,Douro,,,Quinta de Malho 2011 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-malho-2011-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2011,Quinta de Malho 13,White,US,"This wine is clean and refreshing, just what an everyday Pinot Grigio should be: Dry and crisp, with suggestions of lemons, limes and peaches.",,10,87,California,California Other,California,Pepi 2012 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepi-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Pepi 13.5,Red,Italy,"This opens with aromas of underbrush, oak and mouthwatering red cherry, followed by hints of espresso and tobacco leaf. The palate is cut short by drying wood tannins that linger through the close.",Vaggiolata,22,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Monterotondo 2010 Vaggiolata (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterotondo-2010-vaggiolata-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Monterotondo 13.3,White,US,"This Viognier is rich in jasmine aromas, softly hued and textured, with flavors of honey and pear. Bright in acidity, this is inviting in every way.",,18,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Mineral Wines 2010 Viognier (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mineral-wines-2010-viognier-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Viognier,2010,Mineral Wines 14.9,Red,US,"This pretty Syrah is just shy of having the depth to age, but it is a polished, captivating wine to drink now. It has all sorts of fruit, berry, meat, herb, spice and oak complexities. The alcohol is on the high side, in the Paso Robles way.",Estate Bottled,25,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Niner 2010 Estate Bottled Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niner-2010-estate-bottled-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2010,Niner 14,Red,Spain,"Fresh, slightly dark aromas of berry and plum register as clean and welcoming. A juicy, focused palate with pinching tannins offers a blend of oak, spice, plum and raspberry flavors. This is fresh, flavorful, spicy and medium in length on the close.",Altos de Raiza,11,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Raiza 2011 Altos de Raiza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raiza-2011-altos-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2011,Raiza 13.5,Red,US,"Good job in a sophisticated, food-friendly Cab, at a fair price. They held the wine back all these years, letting it soften a little, but it's still pretty hard in tannins. Black currants give it sweet ripeness. Drink up by 2014.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Dry Creek Vineyard 12.5,White,France,"Fresh and crisp, this is a lively tangy wine, its citrus element nicely dovetailed with its apple and white fruit flavors. A hint of pepper adds piquancy.",La Tulipe,20,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Gérard Neumeyer 2011 La Tulipe Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gerard-neumeyer-2011-tulipe-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Domaine Gérard Neumeyer 12.5,Red,France,"A fruity, fragrant wine, it has a stalky initial character that then broadens out into riper fruit. Acidity, firm tannins and blackberry fruits are easily combined in this wine that can be drunk now and could age for 2–3 years. Screwcap.",Logis de la Giraudière,,87,Loire Valley,Anjou,,Domaine des Baumard 2010 Logis de la Giraudière Cabernet Franc-Cabernet Sauvignon (Anjou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2010-logis-giraudiere-red-blend-cabernet-franc-cabernet-sauvignon-anjou/,Cabernet Franc-Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Domaine des Baumard 13,White,Spain,"Like with past vintages, prominant pineapple and apple aromas come across pleasantly but with a slightly bitter tinge. The palate is concentrated with green apple and nectarine flavors. The finish falls off and loses some flavor as it moves along.",,,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Don Olegario 2012 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-olegario-2012-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2012,Don Olegario 12.5,White,France,"Soft and rounded, it tastes of pear and apricot. It has a fine fruity, clean character, hinting at spice. Lightly structured and ready to drink. Screwcap.",Portrait,12,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zinck 2012 Portrait Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zinck-2012-portrait-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Domaine Zinck 14.7,Red,US,"With sweet, forward flavors of red cherries and red currants, this is a lovely Merlot to drink now. That's despite firm, grippy tannins that sting the palate. Give it a vigorous decanting, and drink with charred beef or lamb dishes.",Cuvée Louis,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaucanon 2010 Cuvée Louis Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaucanon-2010-cuvee-louis-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Beaucanon 13,White,Argentina,"This light, tropical wine captures the positives of Torrontés. The nose offers melon and mango, with no bitter notes. A citrusy, bouncy palate delivers spiced orange and pink grapefruit flavors before finishing juicy and chalky.",Elsa Bianchi,10,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Valentín Bianchi 2012 Elsa Bianchi Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2012-elsa-bianchi-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2012,Valentín Bianchi 12.5,White,US,"They call it dry, but it tastes off-dry, although high acidity makes it finish tart and clean. The apricot, citrus, white flower and honey flavors are delicious. Lovely with a delicate fish, such as trout or sole, sautéed in butter.",Dry,21,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2012 Dry Riesling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2012-dry-riesling-napa-valley/,Riesling,2012,V. Sattui ,Red,Italy,"This wine starts off with aromas of dark fruit, mint and toasted oak. The palate shows lots of toasted wood flavors in the form of coffee and vanilla, as well as plum and bitter cherry fruits. Still quite tannic now, so drink after 2015, but don't cellar it for much longer than that.",,18,87,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Tenuta Santavenere 2010 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santavenere-2010-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,Tenuta Santavenere 13,Red,Portugal,"A rich, darkly tannic wine, extended wood aging brings out a tarry, dense character. On the palate, blackberry fruits dominate, along with a well-defined line of acidity and a dry core. There's potential to age, so drink from 2016.",Periquita Reserva,,87,Península de Setúbal,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2010 Periquita Reserva Red (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2010-periquita-reserva-red-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese Red,2010,José Maria da Fonseca 13.8,Red,US,"A microscopic amount of this wine was made - 372 bottles in all - and it is a confounding wine to judge in one or two tastings. A blend of estate-grown Tempranillo (34%), Grenache (25%), Tannat (23%), Syrah (16%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (2%), it remains tightly wound with fine tannins still working themselves out. In taste there is smoky earth and spicy raspberry-strawberry syrup.",Home Vineyard,30,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,La Clarine Farm 2011 Home Vineyard Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarine-farm-2011-home-vineyard-red-sierra-foothills/,Red Blend,2011,La Clarine Farm 14,Red,Italy,"This offers plum and orange peel aromas with a whiff of white pepper. The palate shows ripe black cherry and vanilla flavors along with hints of espresso, but then finishes with drying, wood-driven tannins.",Solatio dei Tani,24,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Machiavelli 2010 Solatio dei Tani (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/machiavelli-2010-solatio-dei-tani-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Machiavelli 12,White,Czech Republic,"Intense floral and yellow peach aromas mingle with dusty mineral and savory dried-herb notes on this elegant, quaffable white wine. It's medium bodied with a round, easy-drinking structure and a hint of bitter lime pith on the finish.",,15,87,Moravia,,,Vino z Czech 2011 Rivaner (Moravia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-z-czech-2011-other-red-rivaner-moravia/,Rivaner,2011,Vino z Czech 12,Sparkling,France,"Ripe and fruity Crémant, its acidity and red fruits finely integrated into a bright, fresh style. It's delicious, a clean, fragrant and direct wine that's ready to drink.",Brut Excellence Rosé,20,87,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,René Sparr NV Brut Excellence Rosé Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-sparr-nv-brut-excellence-rose-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,René Sparr 12.5,Red,US,"There is a dusty aspect to the aromas and texture of this affordable Pinot Noir. Light berry fruit, lemony acids, and some pretty spices add extra interest.",,17,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rainstorm 2011 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainstorm-2011-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Rainstorm 13.5,Red,US,"This is a tasty, if uncomplicated, Syrah. It's dry and roughly tannic, with cherry, licorice, cola and beef jerky flavors. The price is fair for the quality. Decant it for a few hours before you serve it.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Qupé 2011 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2011-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2011,Qupé 14.5,Red,Italy,"Underbrush, mushroom and tobacco leaf aromas lead the nose of this wine, with accents of vanilla and espresso. The palate shows mature plum and coffee flavors. It's shy on vibrancy and freshness, so drink soon.",Riserva,45,87,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Bindella 2007 Riserva (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bindella-2007-riserva-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2007,Bindella 13.5,Red,US,"A useful red wine, medium-bodied and fruity, whose cherry, blueberry and spice flavors are savory. Easy to like with everything from burgers to steak and pommes frites. It's a Rhône-style blend with 15% Tempranillo.",Maxtap Cuvée,20,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Qupé 2011 Maxtap Cuvée Red (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2011-maxtap-cuvee-red-central-coast-edna-valley/,Red Blend,2011,Qupé 12.5,White,France,"This is an aromatic wine, with subtle, delicate flavors. Ripe pears and hedgerow fruits are seasoned with a touch of spice and light acidity. Very open and warm, this is a wine to be enjoyed now.",Cuvée Balthazar,12,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2012 Cuvée Balthazar Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2012-cuvee-balthazar-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Lucien Albrecht 12.5,White,Portugal,"A blend of Alvarinho and Trajadura, two of the Minho's main white grapes, this is a lightly sparkling Vinho Verde in all but name. It is crisp and dominated by citrus acidity and green-fruit flavor. Ready to drink.",Grande Escolha,13,87,Minho,,,Quinta da Raza 2012 Grande Escolha White (Minho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-raza-2012-grande-escolha-white-minho/,Portuguese White,2012,Quinta da Raza 12.9,Rose,US,"This is an interesting rosé that will pair well with a wide variety of fare, from charcuterie to roast salmon or cioppino. It's dry, tart in acidity and spicy, with flavors of orange zest, white peaches and Provençal herbs.",Spring Hill Vineyard,23,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Waxwing 2012 Spring Hill Vineyard Rosé (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waxwing-2012-spring-hill-vineyard-rose-sonoma-coast/,Rosé,2012,Waxwing 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Apple and orange aromas are light and slightly toasted. The palate is easygoing. Flavors of orange and nectarine are fresh and appropriate for Cava. The finish is solid, fresh and alert.",Clasic Brut,17,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Vallformosa NV Clasic Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallformosa-nv-clasic-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Vallformosa 12.5,White,France,"Classic herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc, packed with green fruits, gooseberries and lime. It's textured and almost chewy in its youthfulness. The dominant character, though, is crisp, breezy and very fruity.",French Blonde,22,87,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Xavier Flouret 2012 French Blonde (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xavier-flouret-2012-french-blonde-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Xavier Flouret 13,White,France,"A full, spicy and rich wine, it is rounded and soft. Pear and ripe apples give a warm feel with a shot of acidity to cut through the full texture. Ready to drink and already delicious.",H Vieilles Vignes,42,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2011 H Vieilles Vignes Pinot Auxerrois (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2011-h-vieilles-vignes-pinot-blanc-auxerrois-alsace/,Pinot Auxerrois,2011,Josmeyer 13,White,France,"A beautifully spicy, rich wine, it is opulent and generous. It has a great balance between sweetness and drier notes of walnut and quince. Ready to drink.",,19,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Joseph Fritsch 2011 Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-fritsch-2011-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Joseph Fritsch 12.5,White,Portugal,"Lightly perfumed, this is a soft wine that's rounded and fruity. Yellow fruits, a line of acidity and a delicate fragrance make for an attractive wine that's probably better as an apéritif than with food.",Colecção Privada,,87,Península de Setúbal,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2012 Colecção Privada Verdelho (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2012-coleccao-privada-spanish-white-verdelho-peninsula-setubal/,Verdelho,2012,José Maria da Fonseca 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a rosso offering underbrush, tobacco leaf and bright cherry aromas accompanied by ripe berry, pepper and mushroom flavors. Structured but thoroughly enjoyable, pair this with pasta topped with meat sauces or mildly seasoned cheeses.",,26,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Argiano 2011 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiano-2011-sangiovese-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2011,Argiano 13.5,White,US,"Kudos to Dry Creek for producing a wine this good and affordable. Made without oak, it features zesty acidity that brightens and boosts the Meyer lemon, lime, peach and vanilla flavors. Production was nearly 30,000 cases, making it easy to find.",,14,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 2012 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2012-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,2012,Dry Creek Vineyard 13.5,Red,US,"Ripe cherry, mocha and spice flavors mark this tannic Petite Sirah. It tastes rich in fruit and oak, but finishes clean and dry. Not an ager, but a fine wine to pair now with steak, duck or lamb dishes.",Estate Bottled,25,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Foppiano 2010 Estate Bottled Petite Sirah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-2010-estate-bottled-petite-sirah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Petite Sirah,2010,Foppiano 14.5,Red,Italy,"La Gabbiola offers aromas of dark fruit, espresso and vanilla. The palate shows concentrated plum and black cherry flavors accented by hints of oak and pepper. It's not overly complex, but it should pair well with grilled steaks.",,18,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fattoria San Michele a Torri 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-san-michele-a-torri-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Fattoria San Michele a Torri 14,Red,Italy,"This wine offers upfront plum and spice aromas, punctuated by hints of toasted oak. The restrained palate reveals black fruit, white pepper and licorice notes, and a warm midpalate.",,25,87,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Gattavecchi 2010 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gattavecchi-2010-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,Gattavecchi 13,Red,US,"In comparison to the winery's regular 2011 Pinot Noir, the reserve seems more acidic, and the fruit not quite as ripe. Rhubarb rather than raspberry is the dominant note, with a whiff of chocolate on the finish.",Reserve,25,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Corvallis Cellars 2011 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corvallis-cellars-2011-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Corvallis Cellars 12.5,Red,Portugal,"A serious, rich wine, this is full of ripe berry fruits and structured tannins that highlight a dry core. It's a complex wine with a light touch of acidity, a pinch of pepper and a firm aftertaste that suggests medium-term aging. Drink between 2014–2020.",Portada Winemaker's Selection Tinto,7,87,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2010 Portada Winemaker's Selection Tinto Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2010-portada-winemakers-selection-tinto-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2010,DFJ Vinhos 13,Red,Portugal,"This wine emphasizes the fruit of Touriga Nacional rather than its structure. Ripe red-plum fruits dominate, cushioning acidity and tannins with fruity richness. It's for drinking now or aging until 2015.",Point West,9,87,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2009 Point West Touriga Nacional (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2009-point-west-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-lisboa/,Touriga Nacional,2009,DFJ Vinhos 13,White,France,"Full of fruit, this is a a ripe wine. Aromatic spice is balanced with acidity. It is rounded, smoothly textured and ready to drink.",Terroir,14,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zinck 2011 Terroir Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zinck-2011-terroir-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Domaine Zinck 13,Rose,US,"Cline delivers a juicy and inviting refresher here, pretty in pink salmon color and ripe in raspberry and plum flavors that flood the midpalate and finish dry. This is a great bargain sipping wine that will bring a taste of spring to your autumn table.",Mourvèdre,12,87,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Cline 2012 Mourvèdre Rosé (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2012-mourvedre-rose-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Rosé,2012,Cline 14,Red,Spain,"Tree bark, rubber and berry aromas get this blend going. The palate shows piquant, zesty acidity, which pumps up dry, herbal, tangy flavors of red-berry fruits. On the finish, it's all about rubber, pepper, herbs and tomato, all wrapped in zesty acidity.",Aldonza Navamarín Limited Edition,59,87,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Dehesas y Viñedos de Navamarín 2008 Aldonza Navamarín Limited Edition Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dehesas-vinedos-navamarin-2008-aldonza-limited-edition-red-vino-tierra-castilla/,Red Blend,2008,Dehesas y Viñedos de Navamarín 13,Red,Romania,"High-toned berry and cherry aromas introduce this easy drinking, yet nicely structured Pinot Noir. The palate is ripe with blueberry and plum flavors, but bolstered by tart cranberry acidity and a flurry of fresh green herbs. Soft tannins carry out the finish.",Dreambird,7,87,Viile Timisului,,,Cramele Recas 2012 Dreambird Pinot Noir (Viile Timisului),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cramele-recas-2012-dreambird-pinot-noir-viile-timisului/,Pinot Noir,2012,Cramele Recas 14,Red,Romania,"Hints of coffee and cedar add complexity to ripe, luscious black-fruit flavors on this very well made Romanian Cabernet. It's delightfully fruit forward, but amplified with a hefty mouthfeel and penetrating tannins on the finish. A bargain at $7.",Dreamfish,7,87,Viile Timisului,,,Cramele Recas 2011 Dreamfish Cabernet Sauvignon (Viile Timisului),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cramele-recas-2011-dreamfish-cabernet-sauvignon-viile-timisului-169931/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Cramele Recas 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a forward Chianti Classico with plum, espresso and toasted oak aromas. The palate shows ripe blackberry, coffee and pepper notes. This would be a great partner for gnocchi in cheese sauce.",Oro,30,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Cennatoio 2011 Oro (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cennatoio-2011-oro-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,Cennatoio 12.5,Red,Italy,"A delightful wine, with violet and berry aromas followed by bright, crunchy red-fruit flavors. A hint of nutmeg adds interest to the palate. This is simple, but well made and fresh. Pair it with pizza or pasta.",,13,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Banfi 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Banfi 12.9,Red,US,"This is a rather tannic, lightly peppery Pinot Noir, with plenty of balancing acidity. The red fruits are pleasantly backed with a bit of barrel toast.",Estate,20,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Bryn Mawr Vineyards 2010 Estate Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bryn-mawr-2010-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bryn Mawr Vineyards 13,White,New Zealand,"There's an intriguing hint of white pepper on the nose of this medium-bodied wine. Nectarine and citrus fruit dominate, finishing with a refreshing squirt of lime. Drink now.",,13,87,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2011 Pinot Grigio (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-marlborough/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Brancott 13.5,White,Spain,"This Treixadura from Ribeiro carries a light gold color. Aromas of apple and melon are ripe and lush, while flavors of kiwi, lime and melon are tropical in nature. On the finish, this becomes more dry and pithy, with roundness and flowery notes.",La Flor y la Abeja,18,88,Galicia,Ribeiro,,The Flower and the Bee 2011 La Flor y la Abeja Treixadura (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flower-bee-2011-flor-abeja-spanish-white-treixadura-ribeiro/,Treixadura,2011,The Flower and the Bee 14.8,Red,Argentina,"An overtly raisiny, almost cooked bouquet, leads this full-bodied, ultraripe CS. It is appealing for its richness, density and weight. Flavors of cassis and blackberry are on the fringe of being syrupy, while moss, prune, black pepper and herbal flavors pop up on a plush finish.",,17,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Casarena 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casarena-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Casarena 12,Sparkling,France,An attractively red berry fruited wine that has a fine tang of texture as well as a full character. It is bone dry as befits its Brut Zéro moniker but balances that with ripe fruits and a smooth aftertaste.,Rosé Brut Zéro,33,88,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Zusslin NV Rosé Brut Zéro Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zusslin-nv-rose-brut-zero-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Zusslin 14.8,Red,US,"Enormously rich and ripe in chocolate, blackberry jam and sweet oak flavors, this Cab is also very oaky, courtesy of 75% new oak barrel aging. No Cabernet in California is more intense, but the alcohol is hot and the wine is too soft for aging, so drink up.",Proprietary Cuvée,95,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sojourn 2010 Proprietary Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sojourn-2010-proprietary-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Sojourn 14.7,Red,US,"Incredibly ripe flavors of blackberries, currants and mocha mark this 100% Cabernet, which is as sweet and heady as a cocktail drink. High alcohol gives it some heat. Not going anywhere, so drink up.",Beckstoffer Vineyard Georges III,95,88,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sojourn 2010 Beckstoffer Vineyard Georges III Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sojourn-2010-beckstoffer-vineyard-georges-iii-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Sojourn 12.5,White,Spain,"Passion fruit, scallion, nettle and minerally aromas are neither pushy nor piquant. It's stony in feel, with a crisp, acidic palate that houses tropical fruit flavors of pineapple and papaya, while the finish is pithy in flavor, with bitterness and a leftover hint of papaya.",,14,88,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Viña Gormaz 2012 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-gormaz-2012-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2012,Viña Gormaz 13.5,Red,US,"Violet and chocolate scents introduce this aromatic Pinot Noir from the elegant 2011 vintage. It shows pretty, though light, flavors of cherry fruit, then turns a bit lean and muscular as the tannins kick in. The finish is tart, earthy and firm.",,35,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2011 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2011-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Rex Hill ,Sparkling,Spain,"This is a deliiously yeasty number with penetrating aromas of nuts, sundried hay and pithy citrus. In the mouth, it's quite rich and yeasty, but also layered. Flavors of saline water, apple, citrus fruits and stalky notes finish yeasty but also with a pleasantly bitter tinge.",de la Finca,40,88,Catalonia,Penedès,,Raventós I Blanc 2009 de la Finca Sparkling (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raventos-i-blanc-2009-finca-sparkling-penedes/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Raventós I Blanc 12.5,Sparkling,France,"An almond and green apple flavored wine, a touch off dry. The wine has a creamy, full mousse in the mouth that is ready to drink.",Brut,20,88,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Vignoble Brisebarre NV Brut (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignoble-brisebarre-nv-brut-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,,Vignoble Brisebarre 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Orange and nectarine aromas are mild but pure. Like the bouquet, there's not a lot of edginess to the palate; for the most part, it's mellow like a table wine, with candied orange and peach flavors. On the finish this borders up against cloying but pulls back and shows welcome restraint.",Brut Rosado,20,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Vallformosa NV Brut Rosado Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallformosa-nv-brut-rosado-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Vallformosa 13,Rose,France,"This crisp wine has fresh fruits that also impart a sense of firmer structure. With the acidity cutting the strawberry flavors and a hint of dry tannins, this is a food rosé. It ends with a touch of spice",Rosé,,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Roger et Didier Raimbault 2012 Rosé Pinot Noir (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-didier-raimbault-2012-rose-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2012,Roger et Didier Raimbault 14.8,Red,US,"The dryness, acidity and delicate mouthfeel recommend this wine, with its pretty flavors of cherries, cola and currants. On the other side is some heat from high alcohol. Not an ager, so decant and drink up.",Lindsay's Vineyard,60,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Tantara 2011 Lindsay's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2011-lindsays-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Tantara 14.3,Red,US,"Brisk coastal acidity marks this dry, tannic Syrah. It has rich cherry, plum, currant, bacon and pepper flavors. Not an ager, but give it a few hours in a decanter to help soften it.",,28,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Waxwing 2011 Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waxwing-2011-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2011,Waxwing ,Red,Portugal,"Solid and firm while also fruity, this is a ripe and full-bodied wine. It has a silky texture, sweet tannins and finely concentrated blackberry and red-plum flavors. It can hold for a few years, but it's ready to drink now.",Mural,10,88,Douro,,,Quinta do Portal 2011 Mural Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2011-mural-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2011,Quinta do Portal 15.1,Red,US,"Fire up the barbecue and throw on the ribs to eat with this heady, robust Zin. It's high in alcohol and rich in blackberry liqueur, cola, beef teriaki and smoky sandalwood flavors. The strong tannins must come from the 18% Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend.",,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2010 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2010-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Peju 12,Sparkling,Spain,"This salmon-colored Cava is fresh, fairly full in body and quite flavorful. Aromas of cocoa, plum, raspberry and citrus lead to a cleansing, racy palate with lean flavors of citrus and nectarine. On the finish, a level of elegance and a linear shape are maintained.",Amor Rosé,20,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Louis Drescher NV Amor Rosé Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-drescher-nv-amor-rose-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Louis Drescher 12.8,Red,US,"Nicely made and expressive of a full range of AVA-specific flavors, this well-priced Pinot Noir shows off the unique attributes of Oregon's cooler vintages. Scents and flavors of beet root, rosewater and fresh strawberries occupy center stage. It doesn't over-reach, and brings these disparate elements into harmony.",,22,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Dion 2010 Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dion-2010-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2010,Dion 12,Sparkling,France,"A blend of Pinots (hence the P in the wine's name)—Gris, Blanc and Noir—this is a rich, full in the mouth wine. It has weight with a touch of spice as well as crisp acidity. Likely to age a few months more.",Symphonie en P,22,88,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Cave de Cleebourg 2010 Symphonie en P Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-cleebourg-2010-symphonie-en-p-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,2010,Cave de Cleebourg 13.7,Red,US,"This single-block, one-barrel reserve is the best of the 2010 reserve Pinots from Coeur de Terre. It's medium ripe, with pretty accents of rose petals and milk chocolate, around raspberry fruit. Showing well already, it's a wine to drink young.",Abby's Block Reserve,58,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Coeur de Terre 2010 Abby's Block Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-terre-2010-abbys-block-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Coeur de Terre 13,White,Spain,"Soft, friendly aromas of apple and barrel spice are more subtle than intense. The palate is fleshy and mature, with vanilla and baked-apple flavors. A soft, resiny palate is maxed out in terms of intensity, so drink immediately.",Cosme Palacio Vendimia Seleccionada,18,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2010 Cosme Palacio Vendimia Seleccionada Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2010-cosme-vendimia-seleccionada-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2010,Bodegas Palacio 13.5,Red,Spain,"A focused bouquet of red-fruit scents, minerality and leather is pleasing and inviting. The palate feels tight and focused, with a mix of dried plum, raspberry, spice and herbal flavors. Spiciness continues onto the finish, which is dry, structured and solid in feel.",Campo Lindo Crianza Tradicional,15,88,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Bodegas 1898 2008 Campo Lindo Crianza Tradicional Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-1898-2008-campo-lindo-crianza-tradicional-spanish-red-cabernet-sauvignon-tempranillo-catalunya/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo,1898,Bodegas 1898 13,Red,Portugal,"Touriga Nacional is even more at home in the Dão than it is in the Douro. Here it gives an initially austere wine, very mineral and textured. There is fruit there, juicy black currants, red berries balanced by dark tannins and condensed acidity. Drink from 2017.",,27,88,Dão,,,Adega de Penalva 2009 Touriga Nacional (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-penalva-2009-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-dao/,Touriga Nacional,2009,Adega de Penalva 14.3,White,US,"This ultrapremium Chardonnay is laden with pineapples, nectarines and the buttered toast and caramel of oak. It tries hard to make a statement, and is actually quite rich and flashy, but it could come from anywhere.",Mary Ellis Sierra Madre Vineyard,30,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Bratcher 2010 Mary Ellis Sierra Madre Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bratcher-2010-mary-ellis-sierra-madre-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Bratcher 14.1,White,US,"Bink's Old Chatham Ranch spends four months in neutral oak. It's alluring with vanilla and floral aromas, and a taste of orange peel that gives it signature appeal. The wine is medium bodied with finely textured layers, making it a food-friendly wine ready for seared scallops.",Old Chatham Ranch Vineyard,26,88,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Bink 2012 Old Chatham Ranch Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bink-2012-old-chatham-ranch-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Bink 14,Red,Spain,"Toasty, woody, charred aromas are the greeting on this firm Rioja that's blessed with a healthy body and modest resiny notes. With plenty of oak character throughout, this tastes toasty and spicy, with cinnamon graced red-fruit flavors at the core. A well-oaked finish closes it out.",Elaboración Especial,20,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Beronia 2010 Elaboración Especial (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beronia-2010-elaboracion-especial-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2010,Beronia 13.5,Red,Spain,"Rubbery blackberry and cherry aromas are lightly baked and welcoming. A round palate delivers weight and density, while flavors of raspberry and plum come with vanilla and wood resin. A resiny tasting, roasted finish feels right.",Crianza,15,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Siglo 2009 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siglo-2009-crianza-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2009,Siglo 14.9,Red,US,"Intense in oak and black olive, this Cab is svelte and austere, varietal in both Cabernet Sauvignon and the 24% Cabernet Franc it contains. With soft tannins, the wine is accessible now, but able to hold on for awhile, paired best with braised ribs.",,54,88,California,North Coast,Suisun Valley,GrapeHeart Vineyards 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Suisun Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grapeheart-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-suisun-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,GrapeHeart Vineyards 12.5,White,France,"A delicate and elegant Riesling, light, fresh and perfumed. It has white fruits, a floral hedgerow character and a dry, more tight and nervy final character. Fruity while structured, it's ready to age a couple of years.",Réserve,16,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Moltès 2012 Réserve Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moltes-2012-reserve-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2012,Domaine Moltès 13,White,Portugal,"A fine, ripe wine, this is strongly influenced by lemon-juice acidity as well as a rich green-apple character. The wine is full and deeply flavored, with great acidity and a long, fresh aftertaste.",,13,88,Tejo,,,Casal do Conde 2012 Alvarinho (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casal-conde-2012-albarino-alvarinho-tejo/,Alvarinho,2012,Casal do Conde 14.4,Red,US,"The blend is complex, including Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and others, and the flavors are also complex. They include delicious red currants, jammy mulberries, spicy mocha and smoky oak. Perfectly ready for drinking now with upscale fare.",,24,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2010 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2010-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Charles Krug 13,Red,Portugal,"An open, ripe wine boasting bold tannins sustained by rich black fruits, this has the potential to be smoothly textured and ripe with forward fruit. Drink from 2015.",Oceanus,7,88,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2012 Oceanus Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2012-oceanus-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2012,Fiuza 14.9,White,US,"Groth's Chardonnays are never brilliant, as their red wines dependably are. But they are consistent. This '11 is on a par with recent vintages, showing ripe, drink-me-now pineapple, lemondrop candy and oak flavors.",,29,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Groth 2011 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groth-2011-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Groth 13.5,White,France,"A deliciously balanced wine, bringing perfumed white fruits, almonds and a lively acidity easily together in harmony. There is just a touch of spice and minerality to add piquancy to this fruity wine.",Terroir,17,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zinck 2011 Terroir Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zinck-2011-terroir-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Domaine Zinck 13.9,Red,US,"Lots of richness in this dry, tannic Cab, which compares favorably with some more expensive wines. It's offering a juicy mouthful of blackberries and black currants that finish with a slight raisiny sweetness.",Reserve,29,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominican Oaks 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominican-oaks-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Dominican Oaks 13.5,White,France,"A spicy wine, full of ripe fruit and softly textured. Its pear and mango fruits are balanced by a tender touch of acidity. The wine can be aged a year or two but can also be drunk now.",Cuvée Engel,17,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Fernand Engel 2011 Cuvée Engel Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fernand-engel-2011-cuvee-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2011,Domaine Fernand Engel 13,White,France,"Labeled Pinot d'Alsace to indicate it's a blend dominated by Pinot Blanc, it's ripe and very fruity with its pear and peach fruit flavors prominent. It has weight, spice, richness and a rounded, full texture. Not a wine for aging, but enjoyable over the next two to three years.",Métiss,15,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Bott-Geyl 2010 Métiss White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bott-geyl-2010-metiss-white-alsace/,Alsace white blend,2010,Domaine Bott-Geyl 14.6,Red,Argentina,"Plum, wild herb and dusty, dry spice aromas control the bouquet on this crackling, higher-acid Malbec. Toasty, oaky, herbal flavors run long and with power, while a raspberry essence leads a tight, firm, fresh finish.",Reserve,15,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Proemio 2011 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/proemio-2011-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Proemio 12.5,White,Portugal,"Two complementary grapes produce this ripe wine that's full of citrus flavors and balanced with pear and peach. It's rounded and rich in its texture, with a touch of honey to go with the lemon acidity on the finish.",Point West,9,87,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2012 Point West Alvarinho-Chardonnay (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2012-point-west-white-blend-alvarinho-chardonnay-lisboa/,Alvarinho-Chardonnay,2012,DFJ Vinhos 15.5,Red,US,"This is an old-style, rustic Zin. It's tannic and high in alcohol, with wild berry jam, currant, spice and heady liqueur flavors. A little pricy, but a sound, robust wine with plenty of forthright character.",Old Vine Home Ranch,32,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Del Carlo Winery 2010 Old Vine Home Ranch Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlo-winery-2010-old-vine-home-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Del Carlo Winery 13.5,Red,Italy,"This offers red currant, black cherry and chocolate flavors, with a hint of green pepper. It's round and accessible, with soft tannins.",Contessa di Radda,18,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Agricoltori del Chianti Geografico 2010 Contessa di Radda (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricoltori-chianti-geografico-2010-contessa-radda-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Agricoltori del Chianti Geografico 13.5,Red,Italy,"This has iris and cherry aromas layered with evident oak and burnt rubber sensations. The palate opens much better thanks ripe berry, spice and licorice flavors along with oak, coffee bean and espresso notes.",I Massi,15,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Il Colombaio di Cencio 2010 I Massi (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-colombaio-cencio-2010-i-massi-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Il Colombaio di Cencio 14,Red,Italy,"This has a floral bouquet of violet and iris, with hints of red currant and black fruit. The palate is a bit shy, but reveals sweet plum and spice flavors, with hints of chocolate and café au lait. A bit short on freshness and length, so drink this within the next few years.",,20,87,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Gracciano della Seta 2010 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gracciano-della-seta-2010-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,Gracciano della Seta 14.8,Red,US,"After 17 months in barrel, this wine saw 18 months in bottle prior to release. A blend of three different clones from the winery's estate vineyard, it has light notes of chocolate and blueberry pie with a soft, silky feel.",Folin Vineyards,30,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Folin Cellars 2009 Folin Vineyards Syrah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folin-cellars-2009-vineyards-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-rogue-valley/,Syrah,2009,Folin Cellars 12.5,White,France,"Very soft while also full-bodied, this wine has a spicy character and only light acidity. It's a warm wine, open and completely ready to drink.",Domaine Saint-Rémy Val St. Grégoire,17,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Ehrhart 2011 Domaine Saint-Rémy Val St. Grégoire Pinot Auxerrois (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ehrhart-2011-saint-remy-val-st-gregoire-pinot-blanc-auxerrois-alsace/,Pinot Auxerrois,2011,Domaine Ehrhart 14,Red,Spain,"Creamy oak along with toast, vanilla and mocha are the lead aromas on this grabby, tight Rioja that hits with clampy tannins. Flavors of dried raspberry, red plum and tomato lead to an herbal-tasting, high-toned finish that's juicy and a bit hot and scouring.",Reserva,20,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Larchago 2006 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larchago-2006-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Larchago 13,Red,Italy,"An upfront aroma of red currant leads the bouquet of this wine, with a secondary hint of bell pepper that carries over to the palate. It has a tight core of red cherry and raspberry flavors alongside some green vegetal notes and brash tannins.",,20,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Valiano 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valiano-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Valiano 14.2,Red,US,"Shows Pinot's elegance and silkiness, with raspberry and rhubarb pie flavors. The texture is light, and there's a lot of mouthwatering acidity. The chief criticism is a lack of concentration. Drink up.",,28,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Roth 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roth-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Roth 12,White,France,"A very perfumed wine, showing spice and soft pear fruits. It's ripe and ready to drink, although a few more months will show further richness. Screwcap.",Excellence,12,86,Alsace,Alsace,,René Sparr 2011 Excellence Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-sparr-2011-excellence-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2011,René Sparr 13.5,Red,Spain,"Black cherry, cassis and oak-based aromas define the nose on this dark Cabernet from Catalonia. The palate is solid but a little pointed, while wild berry, black cherry and mocha flavors end with oak, plum and berry flavors. For $11 Cab, this is high in quality and ready to drink.",Castell de Raimat,11,86,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Raimat 2008 Castell de Raimat Cabernet Sauvignon (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raimat-2008-castell-cabernet-sauvignon-costers-segre/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Raimat 14.9,Red,US,"There's a cherry pie, mocha and raisin richness to this Zinfandel that makes it delicious. The wine also is soft in texture and high in alcohol, which are attributes of the vineyard. Drink it now with savory barbecue and stews.",Maple Vineyards,40,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Armida 2011 Maple Vineyards Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2011-maple-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Armida 13.5,White,US,"Greg Graziano blends 81% Sauvignon Blanc and 19% Pinot Grigio for a dynamite combination of tropical guava flavor, bracing acidity, and a pronounced hit of grapefruit on the finish.",,15,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Graziano 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graziano-2012-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Graziano 14.5,Red,Spain,"Red plum and raspberry aromas come with a distinct whiff of stalks and stems. Big, grabby tannins control the mouthfeel, while baked flavors of herbal fruits finish with mossy notes and additional herbal overtones. This wine has its good points but it's undeniably scratchy and stemmy.",Gran Colegiata Campus,45,86,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Fariña 2008 Gran Colegiata Campus (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-farina-2008-gran-colegiata-campus-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2008,Bodegas Fariña 14.4,Red,US,"Soft, smooth and succulent, this Merlot has a cherry jam richness It's a round, mellow wine that will appeal to lots of people.",,26,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sebastiani 2010 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2010-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2010,Sebastiani 13.6,Red,US,"A blend of nearly equal parts Merlot, Sangiovese and Cabernet Franc with just a splash of Cabernet Sauvignon, this seems a bit older than its age might indicate. The palate is marked by dried cherries and leather backed by tart, puckering acidity and somewhat gritty tannins.",Super Tuscan,30,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Cliff Creek 2009 Super Tuscan Red (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cliff-creek-2009-super-tuscan-red-southern/,Red Blend,2009,Cliff Creek 12.5,Red,France,"Aromatic, ripe fruited wine, full of strawberry flavors, refined tannins along with a light, smooth texture. The aftertaste brings in a more juicy character, adding freshness to the mix.",Le Rabault Rouge,25,86,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Joseph Mellot 2012 Le Rabault Rouge (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-mellot-2012-le-rabault-rouge-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2012,Joseph Mellot 12.5,Rose,France,"This is a beautifully fresh, ready-to-drink rosé, with deliciously refreshing red currant fruits, lively acidity and just a touch of caramel to add further interest. Screwcap.",Le Rabault Rosé,25,86,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Joseph Mellot 2012 Le Rabault Rosé Pinot Noir (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-mellot-2012-le-rabault-rose-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2012,Joseph Mellot 12.5,Red,France,"Light, bright and very fruity, this is a delicate take on Pinot Noir. With its red currant fruit flavors and firm tannins, it has a potential for aging for a couple of years, although it is already a food friendly pleasure to drink.",,20,86,Loire Valley,Reuilly,,Jean-Michel Sorbe 2012 Pinot Noir (Reuilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-michel-sorbe-2012-pinot-noir-reuilly/,Pinot Noir,2012,Jean-Michel Sorbe 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Briny white-fruit aromas and yeasty notes comprise the nose. This is compact on the palate and not showing much in the way of bubbles, while flavors of pickled melon and green apple finish with a briny suggestion of vinaigrette.",Cristalino Brut Nature,15,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Jaume Serra 2009 Cristalino Brut Nature Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaume-serra-2009-cristalino-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Jaume Serra 14,Red,Bulgaria,"Plush and fruity, this Bulgarian Cabernet shines a spotlight on ripe, luscious black-cherry flavors. Milk chocolate and coffee notes mingle with soft, chalky tannins on the midpalate, adding substance and flair. Finishes with just a hint of green.",Surge,15,86,Danube River Plains,,,Gulbanis 2011 Surge Cabernet Sauvignon (Danube River Plains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gulbanis-2011-surge-cabernet-sauvignon-danube-river-plains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Gulbanis 13.9,White,US,"Groth's Sauvignon Blanc is vintage-driven. The 2012, from a cool year, has a lusciousness from lees contact and oak, along with pleasant citrus and tropical fruit flavors. A stubbornly unripe green note distracts.",,21,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Groth 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groth-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Groth 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a lively rosso made from Prugnolo Gentile, Canaiolo and Merlot that offers an alluring violet and strawberry fragrance. Simple but well made, the palate delivers bright cherry and cinnamon spice, with freshness and a clean finish. Made to be drunk young.",,10,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Gracciano della Seta 2011 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gracciano-della-seta-2011-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2011,Gracciano della Seta 13.7,Red,US,"This is Hess's less-expensive Cabernet, nearly always quite good, rarely great. It's rich in blackberries, currants, mocha, Graham crackers and oak, soft in acidity and smooth in tannins. But it's not an ager.",Allomi,30,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hess 2010 Allomi Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-2010-allomi-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hess 13.5,Red,Spain,"Fresh berry and cherry aromas define the bouquet. In the mouth, this is cleansing and full of acidity. Medicinal oak and red-fruit flavors carry the flavor profile to a finish with spice flavors, acidity and mild burn.",Selección,10,86,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Embrujo 2011 Selección Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/embrujo-2011-seleccion-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Embrujo 14.5,Red,Italy,"This shows forward underbrush aromas alongside accents of tobacco leaf, berry and oak. The palate offers plum, coffee bean, licorice and espresso flavors that entice. It has a simple yet accessible structure.",Avorio,20,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Cennatoio 2011 Avorio (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cennatoio-2011-avorio-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,Cennatoio 13.5,White,France,"Dry, crisp, nervy wine, based around bright acidity. It has a steely edge, a dry, mineral core and a strong bite of citrus. It's still a young wine, needing 2–3 years to soften.",Vendanges Manuelles Collection,15,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2011 Vendanges Manuelles Collection Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2011-vendanges-manuelles-collection-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2011,Cave de Ribeauvillé 12,White,Czech Republic,"Crisp, slightly underripe melon and quince tones lend freshness to white blossoms on this pretty, easy-drinking Grüner. The acidity is striking, a zippy streak of lemon and lime, bristling on the palate, along with a flurry of green, leafy notes that mark the finish.",,15,86,Moravia,,,Vino z Czech 2011 Grüner Veltliner (Moravia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-z-czech-2011-gruner-veltliner-moravia/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Vino z Czech 12.7,White,US,"Shows good Grenache Blanc character, with orange sorbet and vanilla flavors, brightened by crisp coastal acidity, and finishing dry and clean. The only problem is that it's on the thin, watery side.",Estate Grown,22,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood 2012 Estate Grown Grenache Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-2012-estate-grown-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache Blanc,2012,Buttonwood 14.5,Red,Italy,"This internationally-styled expression relies heavily on oak. It shows raw and toasted oak sensations of vanilla, roasted coffee bean and chocolate alongside the plum-fruit core. It finishes quickly with drying wood tannins.",Castello di Brolio,72,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Barone Ricasoli 2010 Castello di Brolio (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-ricasoli-2010-castello-brolio-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Barone Ricasoli 14.3,White,US,"Full of apricot jam, honey, tangerine, Key lime pie and oak flavors, brightened by crisp acidity. It defines the rich, California Chardonnay style. Drink now.",Spinnaker,39,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,32 Winds 2010 Spinnaker Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/32-winds-2010-spinnaker-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,32 Winds 13,Red,Italy,"This shows ripe berry and oak aromas. The palate delivers an international flavor profile of dominating coffee, vanilla and toasted notes, with a black cherry flavor just beneath the service.",Casalino,12,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Bonacchi 2010 Casalino (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonacchi-2010-casalino-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Bonacchi 12.5,Red,Italy,"This young wine has aromas of violet and forest floor, while the palate reveals ripe strawberry and cherry flavors. Forward, easygoing and approachable now, so enjoy soon.",,13,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Banfi 2011 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2011-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2011,Banfi 13.5,Red,Italy,"This leads with violet, berry and chocolate aromas, followed by plum and black cherry flavors laced with hints of espresso. It's simply structured with fresh acidity and solid tannins.",,15,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Agricoltori del Chianti Geografico 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricoltori-chianti-geografico-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Agricoltori del Chianti Geografico 12,Sparkling,France,"Attractive salmon pink, fresh wine. It has a strong line of acidity that cuts through the bright red fruits, a tight, bubbly mousse. It would be worth aging this food friendly sparkler for a few months to soften the acidity.",Giersberger Brut Rosé,20,86,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé NV Giersberger Brut Rosé Pinot Noir (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-nv-giersberger-brut-rose-pinot-noir-cremant-dalsace/,Pinot Noir,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 12,Sparkling,France,"Very creamy mousse leads to a tight wine with raspberry flavors and considerable acidity. That makes the wine very fresh, crisp, clean with an attractive final fragrance. It's ready to drink but could have a few months' bottle age.",Clérotstein Rosé Brut,19,86,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Cave de Cleebourg NV Clérotstein Rosé Brut Pinot Noir (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-cleebourg-nv-clerotstein-rose-brut-pinot-noir-cremant-dalsace/,Pinot Noir,,Cave de Cleebourg 14,Red,Italy,"This barrique-aged Chianti Classico shows cherry and espresso aromas. It has very ripe cherry and raspberry flavors that are just shy of overripe, along with vanilla and coffee notes. You'll also find drying wood tannins that cut the palate short. David Bowler Wines, Lemma Wine Company.",,32,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Candialle 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/candialle-2010-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Candialle 14.5,Red,US,A cherry-vanilla Cabernet of oaky prominence with an elongated finish; a good example of what warmer sections of the Yorkville Highlands can do with Bordeaux varieties.,,38,86,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Wattle Creek 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Wattle Creek 15.1,Red,US,"With full-throttle flavors of black and red cherry jam, black pepper and sandalwood, this is a savory Merlot. It shows the variety's silky texture and soft tannins.",,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Waterstone 2010 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterstone-2010-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Waterstone 13.3,Red,Czech Republic,"Rich, ripe blackberry and plum flavors are touched with dusty, dark mineral notes and hints of brine on this full-bodied Cabernet. It's textured on the palate with soft, furry tannins and a hint of bitterness that lingers on the finish.",,15,86,Moravia,,,Vino z Czech 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Moravia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-z-czech-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-moravia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Vino z Czech 15.2,Red,US,"The grapes for this blend got a little overripe. The alcohol is high and hot, and there's a taste of shriveled raisins. On the plus side is extreme dryness, a long, fruity finish and elegant tannins. Drink up.",Syrée,39,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2009 Syrée Syrah-Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2009-syree-red-blend-syrah-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah-Petite Sirah,2009,Vina Robles 14,Red,Italy,"This wine boasts an oak-driven character, with aromas of espresso, coffee and toasted almond. The palate shows red and black fruit layered with accents of oak, chocolate and black pepper. Technically well made, it's shy on personality and length.",,27,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa di Geggiano 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-geggiano-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Villa di Geggiano 13.5,Red,Spain,"Full blackberry and black-plum flavors come across lush but soft. That impression is confirmed in the mouth, where things feel short on acidity and thus kind of flat and mushy. Blueberry and dark plum are the lead flavors, while the low-pulse finish feels heavy.",,,86,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Gaba do Xil 2011 Mencía (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaba-xil-2011-spanish-red-mencia-valdeorras/,Mencía,2011,Gaba do Xil 13,White,Argentina,"With light, tropical aromas of melon and mango combined with a juicy, clean palate, this is a good PG. Peach, nectarine, melon and papaya flavors finish with citrus notes. Drink this patio white as soon as possible.",Piedra Negra Alta Colección,13,86,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,François Lurton 2013 Piedra Negra Alta Colección Pinot Gris (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2013-piedra-negra-alta-coleccion-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-uco-valley/,Pinot Gris,2013,François Lurton 14.1,White,US,"Its brisk acidity and dry, tart lemon-and-lime flavors make this a nice wine to drink now. It has the herb and tobacco notes you often find in Napa Valley Chardonnay.",Black Dog Series,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hill Wine Company 2011 Black Dog Series Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hill-wine-company-2011-black-dog-series-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Hill Wine Company 14.5,Red,Spain,"Black fruit, clove, char and mocha are the primary aromas on this heavily oaked, saturated Monastrell. The palate shows bullish tannins, bold acids and weight, while dark-leaning flavors of blackberry, stewed plum and mint come with enough acidity to cut through the wine's fat and oak.",Término de Arriba,20,86,Levante,Jumilla,,Hilanda 2009 Término de Arriba Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hilanda-2009-termino-arriba-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2009,Hilanda 14.5,Red,Portugal,Spice notes from wood aging gives this wine a rounded character. Ripe berry fruits show strongly so drink soon while its fruitiness lasts. Screwcap.,Espirito Tinto,11,86,Tejo,,,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 2011 Espirito Tinto Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-lagoalva-cima-2011-espirito-tinto-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2011,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made with organic grapes, this internationally-styled wine is still very much on its oak and is dominated by toasted wood, coffee and espresso sensations. Although the palate also shows a ripe plum flavor, it has an abrupt finish from drying wood tannins.",,34,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Querciabella 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/querciabella-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Querciabella 14,Red,Argentina,"Take this wine's deep purple color as a warning of big things to come. A grapy nose with herbal and violet aromas precedes a heavily saturated palate with spice and prune flavors. A pounding, long, plum-driven finish confirms that this mostly about size.",Ciclos,28,86,Other,Salta,,Michel Torino 2010 Ciclos Malbec-Merlot (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2010-ciclos-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-salta/,Malbec-Merlot,2010,Michel Torino 12,White,Spain,"Mild white-fruit and pickled aromas are O.K. but don't amount to a whole lot. This is a spritzy wine with tang and acidity, and citrusy pineapple, lemon and lime flavors. This shows a slight vegetal side, especially on the finish, where asparagus and pole-bean notes appear.",,20,86,Northern Spain,Getariako Txakolina,,Rezabal 2011 Hondarrabi Zuri (Getariako Txakolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rezabal-2011-spanish-white-hondarrabi-zuri-getariako-txakolina/,Hondarrabi Zuri,2011,Rezabal 12.5,Rose,France,"Soft and rounded, this is a warm style of rosé, with ripe strawberry fruits, smokiness and a light layer of acidity. It's a food style of rosé, fruity while also structured.",Rosé René Couly,,86,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Couly-Dutheil 2012 Rosé René Couly Cabernet Franc (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couly-dutheil-2012-rose-rene-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2012,Couly-Dutheil 12.5,White,Portugal,"Fragrant and fruity, this is a bright, crisp and clean wine that's totally ready to drink. Lively, with a cool feeling like the nearby ocean's breezes, it finishes with light acidity.",Coreto Branco,6,86,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2012 Coreto Branco White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2012-coreto-branco-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2012,DFJ Vinhos 14,Red,Spain,"Cola, bacon and rooty berry aromas define the bouquet on this Merlot-led blend. The palate is raw in feel, with hard acidity not finding much padding. Flavors of raspberry and red plum are accented by vanilla and oak, while the finish offers more of the same.",Aldonza Selección Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah-Tempranillo,40,86,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Dehesas y Viñedos de Navamarín 2007 Aldonza Selección Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah-Tempranillo Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dehesas-vinedos-navamarin-2007-aldonza-seleccion-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-tempranillo-red-vino-tierra-castilla/,Red Blend,2007,Dehesas y Viñedos de Navamarín 12.5,Rose,US,"With an orange-pink hue, this strongly flavored rosé lacks delicacy. It has forward flavors of ripe pineapple, raspberry, lime and vanilla.",Rosé of Pinot Noir,18,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs 2012 Rosé of Pinot Noir Rosé (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossbarn-by-paul-hobbs-2012-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Rosé,2012,Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a simple, direct Vino Nobile, with aromas of plum, toast and coffee followed by a linear palate of black fruit, espresso and a hint of bell pepper flavor. Pair this with grilled meats or salami.",Vecchia Cantina,19,86,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 2010 Vecchia Cantina (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vecchia-cantina-montepulciano-2010-vecchia-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 13.6,White,US,"Lots of easy to like flavors in this dryish wine, ranging from apricots to citrus fruits. It's a little heavy for a Riesling, lacking the variety's crispness, but modest alcohol makes it delicate.",Secco,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2012 Secco Riesling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2012-secco-riesling-napa-valley/,Riesling,2012,V. Sattui 12.5,Red,France,"Lean, stalky wine, its fruit tending towards black currant flavors and acidity. There's spice, a tannic presence and bitter cherries to finish. For aging over 2–3 years.",,,86,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Roger et Didier Raimbault 2011 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-didier-raimbault-2011-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2011,Roger et Didier Raimbault 13.1,Rose,US,"Produced from estate-grown vines, this light and fruity rosé is a simple, pleasant wine for summer sipping. It was whole-cluster pressed and fermented in stainless steel.",Estate Grown Rosé,25,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Stoller 2012 Estate Grown Rosé Tempranillo (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoller-2012-estate-grown-rose-tempranillo-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Tempranillo,2012,Stoller 13.5,Red,US,"Few Pinots are this forward and rich in raspberry and cherry jam and softened cola flavors. It's instantly luscious, but soft, and lacking the balance for aging. Drink up.",Stone Corral Vineyard,52,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Stephen Ross 2010 Stone Corral Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2010-stone-corral-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Stephen Ross 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Fragrant wine, attractively perfumed, crisply fresh. It is full of ripe apples, layered with intense acidity and balanced with a warmer peach flavor. Ready to drink.",Brut,23,86,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Louis Sipp NV Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-sipp-nv-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Louis Sipp 13.5,Red,Italy,"This has aromas of toasted oak, espresso and spice that carry over to the palate along with dark fruit undertones. It's lean and linear without enough rich fruit to carry the assertive oak.",,24,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Lornano 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lornano-2010-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Lornano 14.2,White,US,"Lavish barrel fermentation, aging in new French oak and sur lie stirring was intended to bring out a Bordeaux-style richness in this wine. But the chilly vintage intervened, yielding a wine with dominant green peppercorn aromas and flavors. Still, it's a subtle, elegant wine. Drink now.",Samantha's,30,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Lancaster 2012 Samantha's Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lancaster-2012-samanthas-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Lancaster 14.9,Red,US,"Lots to like in this 100% Cabernet. It's rich in red and black currants, cassis and chocolate flavors and fully dry, with a fine minerality that adds to the structure. But the alcohol is on the high side, and it feels too soft for balance. Drink soon.",Estate Grown McGah Family Vineyards,60,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Scarlett 2010 Estate Grown McGah Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scarlett-2010-estate-grown-mcgah-family-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Scarlett 11,Dessert,US,"Sweet and honeyed, this dessert wine has tangerine, apricot and peach flavors. It has a good burst of acidity to give it balance.",Patrona,38,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stephen & Walker 2012 Patrona Muscat Canelli (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-walker-2012-patrona-muscat-canelli-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Muscat Canelli,2012,Stephen & Walker 13.5,White,France,Rich wine showing all the spicy character that comes with Gewurztraminer. It is on the dry side while having some softness from its lychee perfumes. Fine as an apéritif or with pâté and Chinese food. Screwcap.,,11,86,Alsace,Alsace,,René Sparr 2011 Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-sparr-2011-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2011,René Sparr 13,White,US,"Racy acidity gives this spare, elegant Sauvignon Blanc a mouthwatering quality. The lime and grapefruit flavors have a green edge of grass and gooseberries. A good glass of wine for cocktail sipping with savory appetizers.",,16,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mason Cellars 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mason-cellars-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Mason Cellars 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Soft and fruity, this is a full-in-the-mouth, ripe wine that's all red fruits and soft tannins. It has an open, juicy character with fruit right up front, but boosted by refreshing acidity. Not for aging.",Terra de Lobos,10,86,Tejo,,,Quinta do Casal Branco 2012 Terra de Lobos Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-casal-branco-2012-terra-lobos-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2012,Quinta do Casal Branco 14.5,Red,US,"A little rough around the edges, but otherwise a soft, juicy wine for drinking now. It has pleasant cherry pie and ripe red-currant fruit flavors. Air it in a decanter or in the glass for an hour before drinking.",,29,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2010 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2010-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,V. Sattui 13,White,US,"Crisp citrusy acidity provides balance to the ripeness of this Chardonnay. It's rich, with apricot and tangerine jam, honey and buttered toast flavors, but finishes clean.",Reserve,8,86,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2012 Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2012-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Oak Grove ,Red,US,"Tastes like the winemaker struggled to produce a good wine from this challenging vintage. You'll find thin, sweet cherry jam and red currant flavors alongside green minty ones, in this tart, dry Zinfandel.",Carlisle Vineyard,34,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Novy 2011 Carlisle Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2011-carlisle-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Novy 13.5,White,US,"This wine has an accent of clover honey to the lemon, lime and peache aromas and flavors. It's crisp in acidity, which balances the ripe fruit flavors. Drink now with charcuterie, or bagels and lox with weekend brunch.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,La Crema 2012 Pinot Gris (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Gris,2012,La Crema 13.8,Rose,US,"This is a rosé for fans of Pinot Noir or even Chardonnay, for that matter. It's darkish in color and fairly full bodied, with jammy raspberry, orange, strawberry daiquiri and vanilla flavors.",Rosé of Pinot Noir,16,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Ray 2012 Rosé of Pinot Noir Rosé (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2012-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Rosé,2012,Martin Ray 12.5,White,Spain,"Citrus fruits and rind are the lead aromas on this minerally Verdejo. Passion fruit, nectarine, orange and saline flavors finish with pithy grapefruit and almond-skin flavors. Overall this is tangy and holds firm. Drink now.",,12,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Marqués de Irún 2012 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-irun-2012-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2012,Marqués de Irún 12.5,White,Spain,"Despite being fairly young, this is a weighty wine with a gold color and waxy apple aromas. A blocky mouthfeel is oily and has enough acidity to stay lively. Flavors of chunky apple, peach and melon lead to a round, oily feeling finish.",Kortezubi Urdaibai,22,86,Northern Spain,Bizkaiko Txakolina,,Marko 2011 Kortezubi Urdaibai Hondarrabi Zuri (Bizkaiko Txakolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marko-2011-kortezubi-urdaibai-spanish-white-hondarrabi-zuri-bizkaiko-txakolina/,Hondarrabi Zuri,2011,Marko 12.1,Red,US,"This is an easy blush wine, dryish and tart in acidity, with a light, silky texture. Made from 100% Grenache, it shows pleasant orange, pink grapefruit and honey flavors.",Riviera,21,86,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Margerum 2012 Riviera Rosé (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2012-riviera-rose-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Rosé,2012,Margerum 14.2,White,US,"An oaky, ripe style of California Chardonnay, this tastes like a dessert pastry of citrus and tropical fruits, vanilla wafer and sugar. Brisk acidity goes a long way toward providing balance.",Hudson Vineyard,49,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,32 Winds 2010 Hudson Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/32-winds-2010-hudson-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2010,32 Winds 13.4,White,US,"Bright acidity highlights lemonade, sour-pineapple candy and green-grass flavors in this dry, country-style Sauvignon Blanc. There's a honeyed note that would pair well with Southeast Asian fare.",Kiwi's Blend,28,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gracianna 2012 Kiwi's Blend Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gracianna-2012-kiwis-blend-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Gracianna 13.9,White,US,"Coming from the warm, dry 2012 vintage, this is straight down the fairway with notes of apple, pear and herbs, with the alcohol providing some distraction on the finish.",,14,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 2012 Pinot Gris (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Foris 13.9,Red,US,"Considering the coolness of the vintage, this wine seems surprisingly ripe with notes of cherry, strawberry, herbs and ash. It's thick and weighty in feel, making it seem a bit ponderous.",Maple Ranch,35,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 2011 Maple Ranch Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-2011-maple-ranch-pinot-noir-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Foris 13,Red,Portugal,"This is a fruity, wood-aged wine, showing spice and coffee flavors that complement ripe blackberry fruit. It's smooth in texture and has just the right touch of acidity. The wine is ready to drink. Screwcap.",Native Tinto,9,86,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2012 Native Tinto Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2012-native-tinto-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-cabernet-sauvignon-tejo/,Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Fiuza 13.2,Red,US,"Sharply herbal, this shows a bit of a green edge, which comes across as bitterness on the finish. The pale red-fruit flavors hint at thistle and bramble more than ripe berry, but the balance is there to carry the wine well with food.",Le Cadeau Vineyard,35,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Edwin Dyer 2011 Le Cadeau Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edwin-dyer-2011-le-cadeau-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Edwin Dyer 13.9,White,US,"Made in a family winery based in San Francisco that sources fruit mainly from Lodi, this Sauvignon Blanc is rich with fig and Nilla Wafer notes, with a pretty, floral nose.",Vintner's Reserve,30,86,California,California Other,California,Eristavi Winery 2012 Vintner's Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eristavi-winery-2012-vintners-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Eristavi Winery 12.5,White,France,"A rounded wine, showing youthful acidity as well as a light, bright apple and grapefruit character. It's tight and more nervy than some Pinot Blancs, bringing out a crisp, fresh character at the end.",Réserve,16,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Moltès 2012 Réserve Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moltes-2012-reserve-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Domaine Moltès 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"This a good Cava that delivers strawberry and raspberry aromas along with a raspy, scratchy side note. The palate feels good and honest, while sweet, lightly candied flavors of cherry and berry set up a mild finish with fresh acidity and length.",Brut Rosé,13,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Conde de Subirats NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-de-subirats-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-cava-172068/,Sparkling Blend,,Conde de Subirats 14.5,Red,Spain,"This 10-year-old wine from a hot vintage is soft and plump but has gaps in its fiber. The mouth is tannic around the edges but lacks stuffing, while flavors of plum and berry run jammy and heavy. A hollow finish with prune flavors and dry tannins is the final act.",Alenza Gran Reserva,103,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Condado de Haza 2003 Alenza Gran Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condado-haza-2003-alenza-gran-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Condado de Haza ,Rose,US,"This light and pleasant rosé comes exclusively from estate-grown fruit. Cool fermented in stainless steel, it shows delicate strawberry flavors, and a finishing wash of mineral.",Rosé of,17,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Carabella 2012 Rosé of Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carabella-2012-rose-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2012,Carabella 13,Red,US,"This estate selection is herbal and tart, with a mix of cranberry and strawberry fruit. It has tangy acidity also, and would best be drunk with a roast of pork or poultry.",Krista's Block,32,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Bryn Mawr Vineyards 2010 Krista's Block Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bryn-mawr-2010-kristas-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bryn Mawr Vineyards 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a direct Chianti Classico with attractive plum and vanilla aromas. The palate shows ripe—nearly overripe—black cherry and raspberry flavors that finish rather abruptly on the dry, tannic finish.",,12,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello Il Palagio 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-il-palagio-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Castello Il Palagio 13.5,White,US,"This is a good, brisk Sauvignon Blanc whose citrus and tropical fruit, peach and vanilla flavors are delicious. Bright acidity makes it feel clean and zesty.",,19,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Sebastiani 14,Red,Italy,"This soft, plummy expression of Chianti Classico shows ripe black fruit and roasted coffee bean aromas that carry over to the palate. Thanks to its tame acidity and round tannins, this is perfect to drink young.",Piegaia,17,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Calcinaia 2010 Piegaia (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-calcinaia-2010-piegaia-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Villa Calcinaia 13,Red,Italy,Chiandrè has fresh and floral fragrances of violet and red berry. The palate shows marasca cherry and plum flavors alongside supple tannins and a spicy white pepper accent.,Chiandrè,23,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Terre di Melazzano 2011 Chiandrè (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-melazzano-2011-chiandre-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,Terre di Melazzano 13,White,Portugal,"Pato Frio—cold duck—suggests this a summer picnic wine. It certainly has the freshness and crisp elegance. But it also some weight, ripe apple and citrus fruits and a texture that suggests it could age a few months longer.",Pato Frio,13,87,Alentejo,,,Ribafreixo 2012 Pato Frio Antão Vaz (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ribafreixo-2012-pato-frio-portuguese-white-antao-vaz-alentejo/,Antão Vaz,2012,Ribafreixo 13,White,France,"The full, rich nature of Alsace Pinot Gris is perfectly—and simply—expressed in this full wine. With its exotic fruits, rounded texture and perfumed spice, it has just an edge of sweetness that turns it into a great wine for Thai or Chinese food. Screwcap.",,13,87,Alsace,Alsace,,René Sparr 2011 Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-sparr-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2011,René Sparr 14.5,Red,Italy,"Aged partly in concrete vats and partly in oak, this shows concentrated sensations of ripe plum, sour cherry and raspberry layered with espresso notes. Pair this with grilled vegetables or spicy cheeses.",,28,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Principe Corsini Fattoria Le Corti 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-corsini-fattoria-le-corti-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Principe Corsini Fattoria Le Corti 15.4,Red,US,"Feels heavy and soft, with ultraripe blackberry and cherry flavors that have a raisiny, Port-like quality. The tannins are beautiful, as they always are in Pride wines, and the finish is dry and complex. Could surprise, but doesn't seem like an ager.",Vintner Select,85,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pride Mountain 2010 Vintner Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2010-vintner-select-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Pride Mountain 14.5,Red,Italy,"This rosso has a pretty bouquet of fruit and floral aromas, with an underpinning of spice. The palate is soft, with ripe plum, cinnamon and chocolate flavors, and while well made, it doesn't have a lot of personality. This is ripe and ready, so enjoy soon.",,15,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Poliziano 2011 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poliziano-2011-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2011,Poliziano 13,White,Portugal,"This ripe wine is full of apple fruits with a tight streak of citrus acidity. It's a food wine, showing a creamy texture, a light texture and attractive acidity.",Coroa d'Ouro,12,87,Douro,,,Poças 2012 Coroa d'Ouro White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-2012-coroa-douro-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2012,Poças 11.6,White,US,"Despite the low alcohol, this is quite dry and tart, with a lemony base and some orange-pekoe flavors also. Not a complex Riesling, but light and pleasantly sippable.",Estate Exclusive,25,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Stoller 2012 Estate Exclusive Riesling (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoller-2012-estate-exclusive-riesling-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Riesling,2012,Stoller 14,Red,Italy,"This young Chianti Classico is still a bit closed, but it reveals cherry and raspberry sensations along with black- and white-pepper notes. It's still tightly knit but it should should open up well after one or two more years bottle aging.",,19,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Tenuta di Lilliano 2011 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-lilliano-2011-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,Tenuta di Lilliano 13.5,Red,France,This stood out among the Cornas tasted for this issue as being unusually red-fruited and herbal. Stewed raspberries tinged with briar stems manage to be mouthwatering despite some drying tannins. Not sure where this is headed.,Coteaux,58,87,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Tardieu-Laurent 2010 Coteaux (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2010-coteaux-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2010,Tardieu-Laurent 12.5,Red,France,"A cool Cabernet, fresh rather than structured. It's obvious the wine has been worked hard to get out the red fruit flavors and tannins, and it doesn't quite work. It feels extracted with bitterness as well as a more attractive fruitiness.",Domaine des Grandes Esperances Les Ailes Pourpres,,87,Loire Valley,Touraine Amboise,,Saget la Perrière 2010 Domaine des Grandes Esperances Les Ailes Pourpres Cabernet Franc (Touraine Amboise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saget-perriere-2010-domaine-grandes-esperances-ailes-pourpres-cabernet-franc-touraine-amboise/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Saget la Perrière 14.2,Red,US,"This is tremendous in blackberries, currants and plums, with grilled meat and black pepper notes, and the tannins are rich and profound. Right out of the screwtop, however, there's a tinny, metallic taste that detracts. Your best bet is to decant this fresh young wine and hope it blows off.",Garys' Vineyard,32,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Novy 2010 Garys' Vineyard Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2010-garys-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2010,Novy 14.2,Red,US,"This Cab Franc has some nice features, starting with the cherry and herb flavors that finish dry and spicy. It's a bit rough-edged right out of the bottle, but the combination of decanting and drinking it with a rich, fatty steak will improve it tremendously at the table.",Estate Grown,42,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 2010 Estate Grown Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-2010-estate-grown-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Markham 13.5,Red,Italy,This straightforward selection offers plum and cherry sensations with hints of espresso and chocolate. The simple style will work well with pasta dishes and cheeses.,Terrarossa,18,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Melini 2010 Terrarossa (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melini-2010-terrarossa-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Melini 13.5,Red,Italy,"This rosso has a fruity bouquet of plum and black berries, punctuated by orange peel and a whiff of espresso. The palate shows black fruit flavors accented by chocolate and coffee notes. This has a short finish but is soft and meant to be enjoyed young.",,16,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Fattoria del Cerro 2011 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-cerro-2011-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2011,Fattoria del Cerro 14,Red,Italy,"This earthy wine offers intense underbrush and dried tobacco aromas layered with ripe berry and white pepper accents. The palate expresses flavors of ripe plum, cinnamon-spice and a hint of truffle alongside dusty, drying tannins.",,18,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fattoria Carpineta Fontalpino 2011 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-carpineta-fontalpino-2011-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2011,Fattoria Carpineta Fontalpino 13,White,France,"Rounded and creamy textured wine that is full and ripe. There is attractive acidity to balance the ripe apricot flavors with a full, rich aftertaste.",Vieilles Vignes,21,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Schoffit 2011 Vieilles Vignes Pinot Auxerrois (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-schoffit-2011-vieilles-vignes-pinot-blanc-auxerrois-alsace/,Pinot Auxerrois,2011,Domaine Schoffit 12.5,White,France,"The traditional way to quench a thirst in Alsace—apart from its famed beers—was a glass of Sylvaner. This is soft, fruity, refreshing with a fine balance between acidity and crisp apple fruits. The wine is totally ready to go.",Réserve,16,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Moltès 2012 Réserve Sylvaner (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moltes-2012-reserve-other-white-sylvaner-alsace/,Sylvaner,2012,Domaine Moltès 14.5,Red,Spain,"Rubber, compost, leather and earthy dark-fruit aromas start out difficult but improve with airing. This is round and solid in the mouth, with sweet raspberry and cherry flavors accented by herbal notes and chocolaty oak. Vanilla, cocoa powder and lasting oak spread out on the finish.",Merlot-Monastrell,,87,Levante,Alicante,,Enrique Mendoza 2009 Merlot-Monastrell Red (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enrique-mendoza-2009-merlot-monastrell-red-alicante/,Red Blend,2009,Enrique Mendoza 13.3,White,France,"Very crisp, tight wine with intense acidity and a nervy, taut character. The wine is full of lemon fruit with a touch of zestiness as well, giving a tense, very fresh aftertaste.",Tradition,21,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Emile Beyer 2012 Tradition Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emile-beyer-2012-tradition-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2012,Emile Beyer 14.1,White,US,"This seems almost sweet in vanilla, honey and buttered toast, with ripe pineapple, orange and tropical fruit flavors. A great burst of acidity provides balance. Drink now for its sheer lusciousness.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs 2012 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossbarn-by-paul-hobbs-2012-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2012,Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs 12.6,White,US,"A slight touch of residual sugar positions this Riesling between dry and off-dry. It has rich apricot, orange and lime flavors, with a great burst of acidity.",,29,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Coquelicot 2011 Riesling (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquelicot-2011-riesling-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Riesling,2011,Coquelicot 13.5,Rose,Italy,"Made from Sangiovese, this refreshing rosé has floral aromas of iris and white violet. The palate offers strawberry, crushed cherry and pink grapefruit flavors. Thanks to its crisp nature, this would work wonderfully with pizza.",Rosé,16,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Casalvento Radda 2012 Rosé Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casalvento-radda-2012-rose-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2012,Casalvento Radda 13.5,Red,Italy,"This friendly rosso has aromas of ripe plum and black fruits, with a hint of tobacco leaf. The palate shows sweet black cherry and plum flavors laced with cinnamon spice. The warm midpalate is uplifted by just enough freshness, but this is best enjoyed young.",,25,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Casale di Daviddi 2011 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casale-di-daviddi-2011-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2011,Casale di Daviddi ,Red,Italy,"This is a simple yet well made Chianti Classico with fresh and juicy black fruit, cinnamon spice and dense plum aromas and flavors. It's accessible and versatile for pairing with food; try it with barbecued chicken, spicy soy burgers or pork chops.",,15,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Cecchi 2011 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecchi-2011-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,Cecchi 12,Sparkling,France,"Brilliant, fresh wine, very bright and crisp with an attractive touch of toast to go with the fragrant berry fruits. Elegant and light, it is a fine, refreshing Crémant.",Giersberger Brut,19,87,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé NV Giersberger Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-de-ribeauville-nv-giersberger-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace-177700/,Sparkling Blend,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 14,Red,Bulgaria,"Lush, jammy black fruit fills the palate on this dense, boldly structured blend of Bulgarian Rubin and Merlot grapes. It's undeniably juicy and forward, but balanced by a streak of sharp acidity and soft, chalky tannins that linger.",Pendar,15,87,Thracian Valley,,,Castra Rubra 2009 Pendar Red (Thracian Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castra-rubra-2009-pendar-red-thracian-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Castra Rubra 14,Red,Italy,"This straightforward selection has aromas of violet, plum and light toast. The palate offers ripe, black fruit and pepper flavors, partnered with brisk acidity and firm tannins.",,20,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Meleto 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-meleto-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Castello di Meleto 13,Red,Italy,"This straightforward selection leads with aromas of violet and black fruit, while the palate boasts crushed cherry and espresso flavors. Easygoing and approachable, this should pair well with pasta and ragu or grilled chicken.",,19,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello d'Albola 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalbola-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Castello d'Albola 12.4,Red,US,"Coelho has done a nice job with this entry-level Pinot in a lighter vintage. It has pretty strawberry and red-plum fruit, a streak of butter and a finish with a lick of vanilla. It's all in proportion, delicate and expressive.",Atração,20,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Coelho 2011 Atração Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coelho-2011-atracao-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Coelho 13,Red,Italy,"This young wine offers aromas of underbrush and mushroom, along with evident oak and toasted notes. The palate is still rather closed but reveals oak, plum, espresso and coffee flavors. It's tightly knit, with astringent wood tannins that linger through the close.",Brolio,29,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Barone Ricasoli 2011 Brolio (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-ricasoli-2011-brolio-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,Barone Ricasoli 13,White,US,"This clean, racy, young Sauvignon Blanc brims with citrus, Asian pear, mango and white-pepper flavors that finish dry and tart with acidity.",Estate,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaucanon 2011 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaucanon-2011-estate-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Beaucanon 12.5,White,France,"One of the more herbaceous Sauvignons in Joseph Mellot's range, this is crisp, leaning to green fruits although with an underlying feeling of ripeness. There is a touch of minerality in the texture, giving the acidity a taut, nervy feeling at the end. Screwcap.",Le Montarlet,20,87,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Joseph Mellot 2012 Le Montarlet (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-mellot-2012-le-montarlet-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Joseph Mellot 13.5,Red,US,"Winemaker Greg Graziano travels into unchartered territory in this three “Pinot” blend—45% Pinotage, 42% Pinot Meunier and 13% Pinot Noir. Bursting in soft layers of Rainier cherry it delves into a bed of minerality on the finish and will pair magnificently with smoked salmon.",Pinotrois,19,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Saint Gregory 2011 Pinotrois Red (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-gregory-2011-pinotrois-red-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Red Blend,2011,Saint Gregory 13,White,France,"Bright and very fruity, this is an Auxerrois that is full of freshness as well as having a more rounded character. It's tightly textured, tasting of citrus and crisp apples. Juicy acidity at the end.",,25,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Zusslin 2010 Pinot Auxerrois (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zusslin-2010-pinot-blanc-auxerrois-alsace/,Pinot Auxerrois,2010,Zusslin 13,White,France,"A forward, rich wine, full of ripe fruits, peaches and honey. It has weight while also keeping a fine sense of fresh acidity that cuts the full-bodied character of the wine. It's not for long-term aging.",Réserve,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Willm 2012 Réserve Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willm-2012-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2012,Willm 13,Red,Hungary,"This Kekfrankos (known more commonly in Austria as Blaufränkisch) layers tart, crisp blackberry and briar flavors with earthy, rustic notes of wet soil, barnyard and hay. Savory in style and brisk on the palate, it would be a wonderful accompaniment to wild game or fowl.",Balf,17,87,Sopron,,,Weninger 2009 Balf Kékfrankos (Sopron),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weninger-2009-balf-other-red-kekfrankos-sopron/,Kekfrankos,2009,Weninger 12.4,Red,US,"Though it seems bound up tight at first, the pretty color and fresh, tart strawberry and raspberry fruit flavors, and spicy, tangy mouthfeel are engaging in this wine. Ten months in neutral French oak help soften the rough edges.",,21,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Walnut City WineWorks 2011 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walnut-city-wineworks-2011-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Walnut City WineWorks 13.5,Red,Turkey,"Char and smoke add a mysterious flair to bright red-fruit flavors on this full-bodied Turkish red. The palate is densely concentrated, and accented with hints of fresh green herbs and a crushed-stone minerality. Brisk acidity shines on the finish.",Red Dry,15,87,Ankara,,,Vinkara 2011 Red Dry Kalecik Karasi (Ankara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinkara-2011-red-dry-other-red-kalecik-karasi-ankara/,Kalecik Karasi,2011,Vinkara 13.5,Red,Spain,"Despite showing jammy, raisiny aromas, this wide and thick Tempranillo shows just enough acidity to maintain balance. Dense flavors of prune and berry lead to a chewy, medium-length finish.",BAU Crianza,15,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodega Antigua Usanza 2009 BAU Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-antigua-usanza-2009-bau-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodega Antigua Usanza 13,Red,Italy,"This shows pretty floral and earthy aromas, with hints of coffee bean and espresso. The palate shows lots of upfront vanilla and oak tones, along with plum and black cherry fruit flavors in the background.",,19,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Bonacchi 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonacchi-2010-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Bonacchi 13.5,Red,Spain,"Blueberry, sandalwood and mild green-herb aromas comprise the bouquet on this cool-vintage Toro. In the mouth, clampy tannins create some bite, while flavors of dark-berry fruits have a modest herbal edge. A tannic finish is lively but choppy in feel.",Crianza,17,87,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Fariña 2008 Crianza (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-farina-2008-crianza-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2008,Bodegas Fariña 14,Red,Spain,"Plum, berry and a noticeable oaky streak define the bouquet on this well-built Rioja. Flavors of raspberry and plum are creamy and end with thickness and full-bodied grip that's balanced off by good acidity. This is perfectly good, healthy and adequately fruity, yet woody.",Viña Zaco,15,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Bilbainas 2010 Viña Zaco (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-bilbainas-2010-vina-zaco-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2010,Bodegas Bilbainas 14.5,White,New Zealand,"This full-bodied Pinot Gris is admirably concentrated, boasting an almost pulpy texture and ample pear, peach and pineapple fruit. The only quibble is that it shows a touch of warmth on the finish.",Bannockburn,29,87,Central Otago,,,Mt. Difficulty 2011 Bannockburn Pinot Gris (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-difficulty-2011-bannockburn-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-otago/,Pinot Gris,2011,Mt. Difficulty 14.2,Red,Argentina,"Raspberry, leather and baked aromas are the entry to a lush palate that registers as soft and chunky. Baked, savory flavors of bacon, blackberry, mocha and earth finish smoky and with an echo of cured meat. This is warm but not hot or sticky.",Giovanni Vincenzo,13,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pannunzio 2010 Giovanni Vincenzo Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pannunzio-2010-giovanni-vincenzo-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Pannunzio 14.1,Red,US,"A bit chunky and jagged in the mouth, with sharp edges. But the blackberry and currant flavors are rich. Drink it with Santa Maria-style barbecue, whose smokiness and fat will balance the tannins and acids.",M5,27,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Margerum 2011 M5 G-S-M (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2011-m5-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,G-S-M,2011,Margerum 14.5,Red,Italy,"This opens with aromas of violet, leather and black fruit. The palate offers flavors of dense plum, black cherry and white pepper. There's a warmth to the midpalate, and the finish is a little fleeting.",Riserva Rio Camerata,42,87,Tuscany,Chianti,,Piazzano 2009 Riserva Rio Camerata (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piazzano-2009-riserva-rio-camerata-red-chianti/,Red Blend,2009,Piazzano ,Red,US,"Tries hard to hew to the cult style, and largely does, in terms of ripe, lush black currant and chocolate flavors, softness and a flamboyant coat of oak. The tannins, though, are very astringent, and the toughness doesn't seem likely to age away.",,65,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,32 Winds 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/32-winds-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,32 Winds 13.7,White,US,"This young wine emulates the style of Northeast Italy in its tart, grassy flavors. The fruit treads toward light melon and green apple. It's crisp and refreshing.",Estate,15,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Apolloni 2012 Estate Pinot Grigio (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apolloni-2012-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-willamette-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Apolloni 14,Red,Argentina,"Powerful, toasty aromas of herbs, black fruits and chocolate precede a fresh palate with lift and balance. A flavor profile of plum and berry is accented by herbal shadings, while the finish tastes loamy and chunky, with a spot of heat.",1300,15,87,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Andeluna 2011 1300 Merlot (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2011-1300-merlot-uco-valley/,Merlot,2011,Andeluna 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a bright, young Chianti Classico, showing violet aromas along with delicous strawberry and red-cherry flavors. It's a simple and food friendly wine best enjoyed in its youth.",Bello Stento,17,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,La Madonnina 2011 Bello Stento (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madonnina-2011-bello-stento-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,La Madonnina 14.2,Red,US,"Shows the big, hard tannins and full body of Malbec, with deep, chewy black currant, dark chocolate and cola flavors. It's a dry wine, but has a core of ripe fruit that fatty roasted beef will coax out. Tasted twice.",Estate,55,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kuleto Estate 2010 Estate Malbec (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuleto-estate-2010-estate-malbec-napa-valley/,Malbec,2010,Kuleto Estate 14.4,White,US,"Krutz has blended this Chardonnay to drink now. The wine shows varietal flavors of tropical fruits, with a creamy note from lees aging and oaky notes of buttered toast.",Inspiration Vineyard Magnolia Series,20,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Krutz 2012 Inspiration Vineyard Magnolia Series Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krutz-2012-inspiration-vineyard-magnolia-series-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Krutz ,Red,US,"For decades, this bottling has made wine drinkers happy for its easy drinkability and everyday price. Kenwood's done it again with this dry, medium-bodied red, with its pleasant cherry and plum flavors.",Vintage,8,87,California,California Other,California,Kenwood 2010 Vintage Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2010-vintage-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,Kenwood 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Blackberry, plum and licorice aromas indicate that this is a ripe, ready blend of Malbec with smaller percentages of Bonarda and Petit Verdot. The palate feels full and a bit raisiny, while flavors of dark fruits bring touches of pepper and spice. This is a friendly wine that's not complicated.",Corte Malbec-Bonarda-Petit Verdot,14,87,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Kaiken 2010 Corte Malbec-Bonarda-Petit Verdot Red (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaiken-2010-corte-malbec-bonarda-petit-verdot-red-lujan-cuyo/,Red Blend,2010,Kaiken 12.5,White,France,"This lemon-scented Riesling has a bright apple character and hints of peach. It is also delightfully fragrant, while the finish is bright.",Réserve,18,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2012 Réserve Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2012-reserve-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2012,Lucien Albrecht 13.5,Red,Italy,"This has ripe plum and black cherry aromas with hints of underbrush, chocolate and spice. On the palate, it offers a wild cherry flavor spiced with chocolate and coffee. It has a simple structure but is well made.",,22,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Le Fonti 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-fonti-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Le Fonti 20,Dessert,US,"You wouldn't know by the label that this is a dessert wine, but it is. It's sweet in honey, blackberry and Port-style chocolate, while smooth tannins give it a velvety mouthfeel. So don't expect a regular Petite Sirah, but do enjoy it with chocolate-based desserts.",Portentous,65,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Stephen & Walker 2010 Portentous Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-walker-2010-portentous-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2010,Stephen & Walker 13.7,White,US,"This is an interesting wine that offers plenty of Chardonnay pleasure at a fair price. It's dry and creamy, with pineapple, peach and lime fruit flavors, brightened by tart acidity and accented with sweet oak.",,22,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Roth 2011 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roth-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Roth 13.5,Red,Spain,"Fresh berry aromas get this under-$10 value going in the right direction. In the mouth, this feels jammy, fruity and fleshy, while clean flavors of plum and dark berries come with modest oak and spice accents. A reasonably long finish deals flavors of mint and toast.",,9,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Rioja Vega 2009 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rioja-vega-2009-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Rioja Vega 12,Sparkling,France,"Rounded ripe wine, showing some softness from its dosage as well as creamy pear and quince fruit flavors. It's bright and fresh at the end, and attractive to drink now.",Brut Excellence,15,87,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,René Sparr NV Brut Excellence Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-sparr-nv-brut-excellence-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,René Sparr 12,White,France,"A new brand from the Sparr family, René Sparr has produced a classically fresh, perfumed and crisp Riesling. It has currant and white fruit flavors, deliciously fruity and refreshing with just a hint of minerality. Screwcap.",,12,87,Alsace,Alsace,,René Sparr 2010 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-sparr-2010-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2010,René Sparr 12.5,White,Portugal,"Bright and fruity, this wine is citrusy while also suggesting ripe white-fruit flavors. It has a fine tang of lime zest that gives an underlying cool, green character to this attractive wine.",Dom Diogo Colheita Seleccionada,,87,Vinho Verde,,,Quinta da Raza 2012 Dom Diogo Colheita Seleccionada Arinto (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-raza-2012-dom-diogo-colheita-seleccionada-portuguese-white-arinto-vinho-verde/,Arinto,2012,Quinta da Raza 13.9,White,US,"This wine shows good Chardonnay character, from the creamy texture to the notes of buttered toast, vanilla, lemons and limes.",Estate,14,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,EOS 2011 Estate Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2011-estate-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,EOS 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Apple fruitiness dominates this fresh sparkling wine. A light mousse plays on the crisp texture, giving a lively, fresh final acidity. It's a great apéritif style.",Brut Tradition,18,87,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Domaine Fernand Engel NV Brut Tradition Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fernand-engel-nv-brut-tradition-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Fernand Engel 13,White,France,"A soft wine that shows a rounded green apple character. It has a touch of nervy texture to give some structure as it opens up. It's otherwise fresh and crisp, ready to drink.",,25,87,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine des Coltabards 2012 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coltabards-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Domaine des Coltabards 14.2,White,US,"With its rich, tropical fruit, citrus and vanilla flavors, accented by crisp acidity, this is a nice Chardonnay to drink now.",Unoaked,17,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Courtney Benham 2012 Unoaked Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2012-unoaked-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2012,Courtney Benham 14,Red,Italy,"Aromas of ripe plum, exotic spices, incense and a hint of bell pepper unfold on the nose of this wine. The palate delivers ripe and extracted black fruit and red currant flavors, with green pepper and chocolate accents. This is very tannic and light on freshness, with an abrupt finish.",,16,87,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Corte alla Flora 2010 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-alla-flora-2010-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,Corte alla Flora 13.4,Red,US,"The winery's first vintage of Sangiovese, this has notes of cranberry, raspberry and underbrush are somewhat faint and accented by tart, cranberry-like acidity with a bit of heft to the tannins.",,26,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Cliff Creek 2009 Sangiovese (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cliff-creek-2009-sangiovese-southern/,Sangiovese,2009,Cliff Creek 13.5,Red,Italy,"This has a spicy bouquet of black pepper, nutmeg and plum punctuated by sandalwood notes. The palate is subdued, revealing bitter cherry, vanilla and coffee flavors. The finish is short, with drying tannins.",,25,87,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Fattoria del Cerro 2010 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-cerro-2010-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,Fattoria del Cerro 18,Dessert,Portugal,"A fortified Moscatel from the high vineyards above the Douro, this has a slightly medicinal character as well as a rich honey and orange-peel flavor. Intense sweetness on the finish is mitigated by some light acidity.",Reccua,11,87,Douro,,,Caves Vale do Rodo NV Reccua Moscatel (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-vale-rodo-nv-reccua-muscat-moscatel-douro/,Moscatel,,Caves Vale do Rodo 13.7,Red,US,"This is a lighter-style wine, as Pinots from this vineyard, which is in a warm part of the valley, tend to be. But it's also a tasty Pinot, soft and supple, with cola, cherry jam, brown sugar, pie spice and sandalwood flavors. Drink now.",Bacigalupi Vineyard,45,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Cellars 33 2011 Bacigalupi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cellars-33-2011-bacigalupi-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Cellars 33 12.5,Red,Spain,"Toasty, roasted aromas of baked berry and earth head straight to a narrowly built yet weighty palate with earth, plum and raspberry notes. On the finish, this holds onto its plum and raspberry flavors as well as its fresh feel.",Crianza,13,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Castillo Clavijo 2008 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-clavijo-2008-crianza-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-rioja/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2008,Castillo Clavijo 13,White,Portugal,"This floral, apricot and peach-flavored wine is ripe and full in the mouth. It has fine acidity to balance this perfumed character. Lively, fresh and ready to drink.",,12,87,Tejo,,,Casal do Conde 2012 Viognier (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casal-conde-2012-viognier-tejo/,Viognier,2012,Casal do Conde 13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine shows aromas of toasted oak, black berry and espresso. The palate offers forward flavors of black cherry, café au lait and chocolate. It's soft and round, but lacks a bit of vibrancy.",,22,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Casa Sola 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-sola-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Casa Sola 13.5,White,Argentina,"Round, floral, honeyed aromas set up a pulpy, fairly full palate with citric cut. Spiced orange and grapefruit flavors finish with tropical notes and a citrus aftertate. This goes best with salads and seafood.",Reserva,20,87,Other,Salta,,Terrazas de Los Andes 2012 Reserva Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-los-andes-2012-reserva-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2012,Terrazas de Los Andes 13,White,Portugal,"This ripe, creamy wine is full of pear and quince flavors and layered with fine acidity. The wine is fruity and fresh while also maintaining a rich texture. Dry in style, this is very much a food wine. Langdon Shiverick, Comète Wines.",Vinhas do Lasso Branco,17,87,Lisboa,,,Quinta do Pinto 2011 Vinhas do Lasso Branco White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-pinto-2011-vinhas-lasso-branco-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2011,Quinta do Pinto 13.5,White,US,"Subtle oak gives the lemon, lime and peach flavors a creamy richness to this dry, easy-to-like wine. It did not undergo the malolactic fermentation, allowing it to maintain mouthwatering acidity.",,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Waterstone 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterstone-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Waterstone 13.5,Red,US,"Bottle aging has smoothed this wine out, matching flavors of strawberry preserves to some woody notes. The tannins are drying, with streaks of cacao and a slightly bitter finish.",Reserve,30,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Walnut City WineWorks 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walnut-city-wineworks-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Walnut City WineWorks 15.3,Red,US,"A gamey, compelling Syrah with a velvety texture and a string of peppered meat on the finish. Intense and not shy in alcohol, the black pepper goes on and on in Wood's Madden Ranch Rhone.",Madden Ranch,26,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wood Family Vineyards 2009 Madden Ranch Syrah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wood-family-2009-madden-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Syrah,2009,Wood Family Vineyards 12,White,France,"Hints of tropical fruits, pears and ripe lemon combine gracefully in this warm, fruity wine. It has a crisp edge of acidity that adds a light, bright touch. Fragrant, fruity and ready to drink.",Réserve,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Willm 2012 Réserve Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willm-2012-reserve-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Willm 13.9,Red,US,"Give this Pinot 3–4 years. Tasted in the early summer of 2013, it's clean, bone dry and young, with brisp acidity and cranberry tartness. Yet there's a heart of cherry ripeness that wants to emerge.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,38,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Stephen Ross 2011 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2011-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Stephen Ross 13.5,White,Spain,"In a warm vintage like 2009, this barrel-aged Verdejo turned out chunky. Orange, grapefruit, apricot and resiny aromas introduce a full-bodied, rounded palate with flavors of oak, citrus fruits and melon. Modest acidity on the back end causes the finish to show some flab. Drink now.",Naiades,33,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Naia 2009 Naiades Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naia-2009-naiades-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Naia 13,Red,Spain,"This is dark and firm throughout. The bouquet is compact, with rubber, tar and blackberry aromas. Hard tannins give the palate a rugged structure, while flavors of black fruits and burnt notes ends with a blackberry taste mixed with leftover tannic grab.",,12,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Ochoa 2011 Tempranillo-Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ochoa-2011-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-navarra/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2011,Ochoa 14.5,White,US,"This is a well-priced, clean and easy-to-like Sauvignon. It's dry to off dry, with a slight fizz that lifts the lime, kiwi, Meyer lemon and tropical fruit flavors. There's just a hint of cream and vanilla on the palate.",Bootjack Ranch,19,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Niner 2012 Bootjack Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niner-2012-bootjack-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Niner 14,Red,Italy,"This leads with aromas of black fruit, toasted oak and espresso. The palate delivers ripe plum, chocolate, espresso and toasted wood flavors. Soft and ready now, with an easy-pleasing personality.",,30,87,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Poggio alla Sala 2010 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-alla-sala-2010-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,Poggio alla Sala 13.5,Red,US,"Juicy and rich in cassis and Bing cherry fruit, Conservancy is always a reliable value-priced option, its tannins thick and the wine otherwise full-bodied and hinting at chocolate spice.",Conservancy,15,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2010 Conservancy Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2010-conservancy-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Concannon 13.5,Red,US,"Just a single barrel was produced—23 cases—from this estate-grown, reserve block. It's peppery and spicy, with a deep streak of cola and light berry fruit.",Sarah Jane's Block Reserve,58,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Coeur de Terre 2010 Sarah Jane's Block Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-terre-2010-sarah-janes-block-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Coeur de Terre 13.9,Red,US,"Scoury tannins and tart acids give this young Cab a rough, edgy mouthfeel that doesn't seem likely to age out, despite good blackberry and blueberry fruit. Give it a vigorous decanting and drink it now.",Kit's Killer Cab,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clif Family 2010 Kit's Killer Cab Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clif-family-2010-kits-killer-cab-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Clif Family 14,Red,Italy,"This riserva offers aromas of plum, underbrush and chocolate that carry through to the palate alongside oak and vanilla accents. It has round, soft tannins and a very international, open personality.",Riserva,20,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,La Madonnina 2010 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madonnina-2010-riserva-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,La Madonnina 14.5,Red,Spain,"Dark plum and berry aromas hit with oomph and are accented by toasty, minerally notes. This Mencía is balanced and nicely textured, with blackberry, prune and licorice flavors. Some bitterness comes up on the finish, but mostly this ends like it starts, with jammy richness and dark-fruit notes.",,10,87,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Ribera de Ulver 2011 Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ribera-ulver-2011-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2011,Ribera de Ulver 14,Red,Italy,"Pretty fragrances of violet, rose and woodland berry lead the bouquet of this wine, with a faint hint of pine forest in the back. The palate shows ripe marasca cherry as well as sweet-and-sour notes of pickled bell pepper, chocolate and oak.",,17,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,San Vincenti 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-vincenti-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,San Vincenti 12.5,White,France,"Creamy textured wine, with smoothly ripe pear and spicy quince fruit. It's full in the mouth, textured and with a crisp edge for aging a year or two.",,18,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2011 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2011-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Josmeyer 12.5,White,France,"A rounded and fruity wine, the fresh citrus flavors foiled by ripe spicy pear and melon fruit. It is a gentle, generous wine, ready to drink now.",,15,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Joseph Fritsch 2011 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-fritsch-2011-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Joseph Fritsch 14,Red,Italy,"This has scents of ripe plum, black cherry and truffle. The palate shows notes of plum, bitter cherry, espresso and oaky vanilla. It's aggressively tannic, with a short, drying finish.",Pietra del Diavolo,28,87,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Il Faggeto 2010 Pietra del Diavolo (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-faggeto-2010-pietra-diavolo-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,Il Faggeto 13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine has a ripe, black fruit fragrance of plum and spice. The dense palate shows rich cherry and new-oak flavors but it's more tannic than fresh, a reflection of the vintage.",Lamole,18,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,I Fabbri 2011 Lamole (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-fabbri-2011-lamole-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2011,I Fabbri ,Red,Italy,"This offers plum and dried tobacco-leaf aromas, with a hint of toasted almond. The palate delivers prune and berry flavors alongside green pepper, espresso and toasted oak accents. This will pair well with hearty Tuscan soups.",,15,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Cecchi 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecchi-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Cecchi 19,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A sweet style of 10-year old Tawny, this is rounded with flavors of nuts, dried fruits and a hint of fine tannins on the finish. The wine is ripe and full bodied, but it's still integrating, so leave it for a few months.",Reccua 10 Anos Tawny,20,87,Port,,,Caves Vale do Rodo NV Reccua 10 Anos Tawny (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-vale-rodo-nv-reccua-10-anos-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Caves Vale do Rodo 14,Red,Italy,"This reflects the intense heat of the vintage, showing mature berry and plum aromas with toasted notes. The palate is warm and shows ripe—nearly over-ripe—black-cherry, chocolate, espresso and spice flavors. It closes with astringent tannins.",,20,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Bossi 2011 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bossi-2011-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2011,Castello di Bossi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Earthy fragrances of mint and thyme lead the bouquet of this wine, followed by balsamic accents. The palate opens with ripe plum and black cherry flavors, but you'll also detect some astringent wood tannins.",,24,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castellare di Castellina 2011 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2011-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,Castellare di Castellina 14.8,Red,US,"This is an interesting Cabernet from a difficult vintage. Although the wine has some black currant and cassis flavors, they're scattered and diluted with herbal, tobacco notes, and those Spring Mountain tannins are as strong as ever. Hard to see it improving with age.",7,75,87,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Vineyard 7&8 2010 7 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vineyard-7-8-2010-7-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Vineyard 7&8 13.5,Red,Spain,"A smoky, savory nose with campfire, jerky and black-fruit aromas is tarry and blackened. In the mouth, crisp, raw acidity creates a fresh feel for dry, oaky, leafy, herbal flavors of plum and cranberry. On the finish, a vanilla note with a hint of green takes over.",Reserva,19,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Eguía 2008 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-eguia-2008-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Viña Eguía 13,White,France,"Once widely planted in Alsace, Sylvaner has lost its place in the pantheon and is now rare. It's good to be reminded how attractive, fruity and fragrant it can be. This pear flavored wine is soft and generous with just a little spice at the end.",Grand A du Petit Léon,17,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Roland Schmitt 2012 Grand A du Petit Léon Sylvaner (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roland-schmitt-2012-grand-a-petit-leon-other-white-sylvaner-alsace/,Sylvaner,2012,Domaine Roland Schmitt 12.5,Sparkling,France,"In fact a Blanc de Blancs—although the label doesn't indicate it—this is a nervy, steely wine, packed tight with apple and pink grapefruit flavors and bright acidity to finish.",Cuvée Prestige,22,87,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Domaine Ehrhart NV Cuvée Prestige Chardonnay (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ehrhart-nv-cuvee-prestige-chardonnay-cremant-dalsace/,Chardonnay,,Domaine Ehrhart 14,Red,Italy,"Aged partly in concrete vats, this wine shows delicate aromas of white pepper, clove and plum. The palate reveals juicy berry and red currant flavors with black pepper accents. This is still tightly wound, with astringent tannins that need time to soften. David Bowler Wines, Lemma Wine Company.",La Misse,22,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Candialle 2011 La Misse (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/candialle-2011-misse-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2011,Candialle 13,Red,Italy,"This delightful wine has floral and fruity fragrances of violet, iris, plum and black cherry. Easygoing and apporachable, the palate delivers a lovely juicy cherry flavor accented by soft clove-like spice.",,18,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Carpineto 2011 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-2011-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,Carpineto 13.5,Red,Italy,"This has bell pepper and red currant aromas along with obvious oak and vanilla sensations, all of which carry over to the palate alongside a forward espresso note. A bit shy on vibrancy, it's also tightly tannic and demonstrates the heat of the vintage.",Riserva,35,87,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Carpineto 2007 Riserva (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-2007-riserva-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2007,Carpineto 14.3,White,US,"Carabella's estate-grown Chardonnay is generally done in a rich, flavorful style. Here it drifts over into a bit of volatility, with hints of nail polish in the aromas. Oily, nutty, and tasting of ripe tropical fruits, it's a stylized wine that will suit some tasters to a 'T'.",,27,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Carabella 2010 Chardonnay (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carabella-2010-chardonnay-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Chardonnay,2010,Carabella 14,Red,Spain,"There's a lot of acid, tomato and green notes to this wine from a cool, tough vintage. In the mouth, it's electric due to blazing acidity, while up front on the palate you'll get zesty red plum and cherry flavors, while later on spice and vanilla come into play. A snappy, tart, tangy finish is the close.",Inspiración Edición Limitada,50,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2008 Inspiración Edición Limitada (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2008-inspiracion-edicion-limitada-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Bodegas Valdemar 14.5,White,US,"This unoaked Sauvignon Blanc shows brisk acidity highlighting intensely concentrated lemon, lime, peach and honey flavors. Despite the ripe fruit profile, it has a dry, minerally finish.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Armida 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Armida 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a pretty Chianti from the Senesi hills, made in an easy-drinking style, with delicate floral aromas and a bright palate of cherry and strawberry. This should be enjoyed young and would pair beautifully with pastas and grilled chicken.",,16,87,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Valdipiatta 2011 Chianti Colli Senesi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-valdipiatta-2011-red-chianti-colli-senesi/,Red Blend,2011,Valdipiatta 14,Red,Italy,"From the scalding 2007 vintage, this riserva has ripe black fruit aromas and hints of toasted oak and burnt rubber. The palate shows ripe black fruit, espresso and vanilla flavors, and finishes abruptly with drying wood tannins.",Il Saggio Riserva,39,87,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Antico Colle 2007 Il Saggio Riserva (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antico-colle-2007-riserva-il-saggio-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2007,Antico Colle 13.5,Red,US,"Easy to like this Pinot for its light, silky texture and savory flavors. The cranberries, cola and red currants have an exotic edge of sandalwood, while tart Monterey acidity makes the mouth water. This is the winery's best effort in recent years, and they even lowered the price.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bridlewood 2011 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Bridlewood 13,Red,Italy,"Le Ellere has aromas of black fruit, red currant and bell pepper. The palate shows black-cherry and plum flavors layered with chocolate, espresso and vanilla. An ideal match for lean grilled steaks or mildly seasoned cheeses.",Le Ellere,25,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello d'Albola 2010 Le Ellere (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalbola-2010-le-ellere-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Castello d'Albola 14,Red,Italy,"This shows obvious toasted oak aromas along with notes of black fruit. The palate offers oak-driven flavors of chocolate, espresso and vanilla that spice up the dark berry core, along with bracing yet round tannins.",Clemente VII,22,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castelli del Grevepesa 2010 Clemente VII (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelli-grevepesa-2010-clemente-vii-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Castelli del Grevepesa 14.6,Red,US,"Soft and round, this Barbera offers spicy cinnamon and plum, concentrated in flavor and aroma. Structured, give it 2–4 years to mellow out some of its edges.",Walker Cuvée,24,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Hovey 2011 Walker Cuvée Barbera (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hovey-2011-walker-cuvee-barbera-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Barbera,2011,Hovey 13,Red,Italy,"Made from 90% Sangiovese and 10% Merlot, this has scents of green pepper, sweet plum and vanilla layered with espesso and oak. Pair it with cured or barbecued meats.",,32,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Vignavecchia 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignavecchia-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Vignavecchia 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Dusty lime and tarragon aromas come with notes of apple and toast. This is a bit abrasive in feel, but core lemon and tangerine flavors are zesty and fresh. A scouring finish with soda-like qualities is the final act.",El Miracle Brut,15,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Vicente Gandia NV El Miracle Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vicente-gandia-nv-el-miracle-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Vicente Gandia 13.3,Red,US,"Just two barrels were produced of this estate selection, which has light, smooth, simple red fruits backed with a wash of mocha. There are suggestions of sassafras and cola also, giving it a pleasant, quaffable style.",Jeffrey's Block,32,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Bryn Mawr Vineyards 2010 Jeffrey's Block Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bryn-mawr-2010-jeffreys-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bryn Mawr Vineyards 14,Red,Portugal,Very juicy—intensely so—this is a wine dominated by red-berry flavor. It has a rustic edge with barnyard aromas softened by notes from oak aging. Acidity on the finish confirms the wine's inherent freshness.,Pegos Claros,15,87,Palmela,,,Wines & Winemakers 2010 Pegos Claros Castelão (Palmela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2010-pegos-claros-portuguese-red-castelao-palmela/,Castelão,2010,Wines & Winemakers 13.5,Red,Italy,Beradenga shows underbrush and oak aromas along with berry and white pepper. The palate boasts new-wood notes of vanilla and and espresso as well as dense black cherry. It has dusty tannins that finish on a dry note.,Berardenga,26,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Felsina 2010 Berardenga (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felsina-2010-berardenga-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Felsina 14.8,Red,US,"Power and intensity mark this fruity young Cabernet. The vineyard is on the eastern side of Paso Robles. It's a warmer area, but in the cool vintage it did quite well. The wine is soft and mellow, and is filled with chocolate, blackberry pie and smoky oak flavors. Drink now.",Bootjack Ranch,32,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Niner 2010 Bootjack Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niner-2010-bootjack-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Niner 13.5,White,Portugal,"This is a freshly perfumed wine that's fruity and fragrant with attractive citrus fruits complemented by bright acidity and pineapple. It's a delicious, crisp wine for drinking now.",Gáudio,11,86,Alentejano,,,Ribafreixo 2012 Gáudio Verdelho (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ribafreixo-2012-gaudio-spanish-white-verdelho-alentejano/,Verdelho,2012,Ribafreixo 13,Red,Italy,"This fragrant selection shows violet and plum aromas, with a hint of spice and herbs. The palate delivers ripe plum, bitter cherry, spice and coffee sensations. The palate is still young and tightly tannic, but fresh. Pair this with pasta dishes and young cheeses.",Redi,16,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 2012 Redi (Rosso di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vecchia-cantina-montepulciano-2012-redi-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2012,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 13,Red,Spain,"Earthy plum and berry aromas dominate a fruit-forward bouquet. A layered, proper feeling palate delivers lightly buttered flavors of dark plum, creamy oak and spice. On the finish, this tastes a little toasty and peppery, while the feel is comported.",Yellow Label Crianza,10,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Faustino Rivero Ulecia 2009 Yellow Label Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faustino-rivero-ulecia-2009-yellow-label-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Faustino Rivero Ulecia 12.5,White,Portugal,"Kerosene aromas are reminiscent of Riesling on this wine. It's perfumed, light in weight and fragrantly fruity, with a lively, bright and floral character.",Colheita Seleccionada,13,86,Tejo,,,Quinta da Lapa 2012 Colheita Seleccionada White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-lapa-2012-colheita-seleccionada-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2012,Quinta da Lapa 12.5,Rose,Portugal,"An intensely fruity rosé, the palate is full with red berries and spirited acidity. It's very fruity, fresh and crisp with a cool-climate feel of bright, light texture. Screwcap.",Espirito,11,86,Tejo,,,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 2012 Espirito Rosé (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-lagoalva-cima-2012-espirito-rose-tejo/,Rosé,2012,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 13.5,White,US,"This is good everyday Chardonnay, showing the creaminess and rich vanilla and fruit flavors people love. The acidity is strong, and the finish falls away a bit, but the citrus and tropical fruit flavors deliver.",,14,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Irony 2011 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/irony-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Irony 13.5,White,US,"A versatile white wine, made from Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, and showing aspects of both. It's rich in creamy oranges, peaches, lemons and limes, brightened with crisp, citrusy acidity.",Vintage,8,86,California,California Other,California,Kenwood 2012 Vintage White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2012-vintage-white-other/,White Blend,2012,Kenwood 13,White,US,"Juicy citrus fruits and crisp acidity mark this wine. It's clean and versatile to drink with a wide variety of foods, from ham to fried chicken to veal parmesan.",Reserve,8,85,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2012 Reserve Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2012-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Oak Grove 14.5,Red,US,"Some pruny, raisiny notes compromise this Cabernet, yet it also shows green, minty flavors. Despite intricate tannins and fine acidity, it's slightly unbalanced. The cool vintage has yielded the winery's least satisfying estate Cabernet in years.",Estate,45,85,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakville Winery 2010 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-winery-2010-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Oakville Winery 14.5,Red,Italy,"This shows forward red currant, vanilla and oak aromas. Demonstrating the heat of the vintage, the palate is warm and evolved but reveals black fruit, coffee and evident toasted oak. Drink this soon.",,16,85,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Fattoria della Talosa 2009 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-della-talosa-2009-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2009,Fattoria della Talosa 14.1,Red,US,"Aromas of herbs and cotton candy are quite faint, while the palate is ripe with red fruit marked by blocky tannins.",Folin Vineyards,30,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Folin Cellars 2009 Folin Vineyards Tempranillo (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folin-cellars-2009-vineyards-tempranillo-southern-rogue-valley/,Tempranillo,2009,Folin Cellars 14.5,White,Argentina,"Popcorn is the overriding characteristic on this oaky Chardonnay. On the nose, it's movie popcorn with toast and baked apple. In the mouth, it's more popcorn along with buttered toast, salt and baked white-fruit flavors. And on the finish, there's woody flavors, toast and you guessed it, more popcorn.",de Uco,20,85,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,DiamAndes 2012 de Uco Chardonnay (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamandes-2012-uco-chardonnay-uco-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,DiamAndes 14.2,Red,US,"Lots of ripe cherry and blackberry flavors in this soft, lush and fruity Merlot. Brisk tannins give it enough structure to accompany a nice barbecued steak. Or drink it with some great beef tacos.",Lot 356,18,85,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Cameron Hughes 2010 Lot 356 Merlot (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2010-lot-356-merlot-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Merlot,2010,Cameron Hughes 14.5,Red,Italy,"This retro-styled Chianti Classico is so dominated by aggressive, raw oak it recalls the 1990s, when producers all over Italy experimented with new barriques—to mixed results. Underneath all the oak, chocolate and coffee, you can detect muffled black fruit sensations. It closes with astringent wood tannins.",Colledila,66,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Barone Ricasoli 2010 Colledila (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-ricasoli-2010-colledila-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Barone Ricasoli 13.5,Red,US,"A Cab with closed aromas, the wine evolves into tough-skinnned cranberry and cassis goodness worthy of the True Grit name, almost Zin-ish in its combination of blackberry jam and leather.",True Grit Reserve,30,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Parducci 2010 True Grit Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-2010-true-grit-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Parducci 14,Red,Italy,"Red fruit and spice aromas lead the bouquet of this wine. The palate is a bit subdued, but reveals red cherry and strawberry flavors alongside accents of white pepper. There's a subtle warmth to the midpalate.",,17,85,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Avignonesi 2011 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avignonesi-2011-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2011,Avignonesi 13.5,Red,Spain,"Hard-packed plum and berry aromas come with an oaky, meaty component that's manifested in the mouth via oaky flavors and a resiny feel. Flavors of wood and dark berries end with herbal notes and a minty character. As a whole this is dark and muscular but a touch green.",,12,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Ontañón 2009 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-ontanon-2009-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas Ontañón 13,White,US,"Buena Vista is one of the few wineries to release this variety, which is widely grown throughout California. It's a pleasant wine, with simple citrus and green grape flavors, accented with acidity.",The Count's Selection French,32,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Buena Vista 2012 The Count's Selection French Colombard (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2012-counts-selection-french-other-white-colombard-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Colombard,2012,Buena Vista 14.2,Red,US,"Rich, heavy and soft, with cola, red licorice, rhubarb and oak flavors. Tasty, but lacks the vivacity you want in a nice coastal Pinot Noir. Drink up.",Volamus Vineyard,34,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Bravium 2011 Volamus Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bravium-2011-volamus-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Bravium 14.8,Red,US,"A big, ripe, textured wine, rich in blackberries, currants and oak. It has overripe notes of raisins, which make the finish a little bitter. Still, it provides plenty of pleasure. Drink up.",,35,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,William Hill Estate 14.8,White,US,The notes of peach and flowers are light and contrast with the palate's weight and oily feel. It's enjoyable but an alcoholic burn on the finish distracts.,Folin Vineyards,25,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Folin Cellars 2012 Folin Vineyards Viognier (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folin-cellars-2012-vineyards-viognier-southern-rogue-valley/,Viognier,2012,Folin Cellars 13.5,Red,Italy,"This densely colored Chianti Classico opens with solid plum aromas and flavors layered with toasty accents. Aggressive and astringent wood tannins combine with a lack of evident freshness on the palate, ending with an abrupt, bitter finish.",,26,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Rocca di Montegrossi 2011 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-montegrossi-2011-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,Rocca di Montegrossi ,White,US,"Sweet-pea and citrus flavors are pleasant, along with a welcome touch of creamy oak for richness. But there's also hints of green, unripe fruit in this dry, crisp Sauvignon Blanc.",,18,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Banshee Wines 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banshee-wines-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Banshee Wines 14.5,Red,US,"This blend of undisclosed varieties is a charming red wine to drink now. It's dry, smooth and ripe in blackberry, cherry, currant and spice flavors. Beef is its natural partner.",The Count Founder's,20,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Buena Vista 2011 The Count Founder's Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2011-count-founders-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2011,Buena Vista 14,Red,Italy,"Oak dominates the overall character of this wine, with forward notes of toasted wood, tobacco leaf, roasted coffee bean and a hint of plum. There's more wood than fruit here.",,20,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Bindi Sergardi 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bindi-sergardi-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Bindi Sergardi 13.5,Red,US,"This is a rustic but likeable wine. It's dry, tannic and full-bodied, with good varietal flavors of black currants, dark chocolate and sweet, smoky oak. Drink soon.",Black Dog Series,25,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hill Wine Company 2010 Black Dog Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hill-wine-company-2010-black-dog-series-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hill Wine Company 13,Red,Italy,"This rosso offers aromas of plum, toasted oak and espresso. The palate shows attractive plum, black cherry, chocolate and vanilla flavors. While this has nice freshness, the length is cut short by very drying wood tannins.",,18,85,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Le Bertille 2010 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bertille-2010-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,Le Bertille 10.5,White,Portugal,"Crisp. dry and fruity, this wine has a light touch of citrus and fresh acidity. Fruity with a slight sparkle, it's an ideal apéritif.",Azul Portugal Escolha,11,85,Vinho Verde,,,Wines & Winemakers 2012 Azul Portugal Escolha White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2012-azul-portugal-escolha-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Wines & Winemakers 12.5,White,Czech Republic,"Smoke and struck-flint notes add a dark tone to this savory, herb-inflected white wine. The palate is round and rich, and finishes with a reverberating hint of salt and bitter lemon rind.",,25,85,Moravia,,,Vino z Czech 2011 Welschriesling (Moravia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-z-czech-2011-other-white-welschriesling-moravia/,Welschriesling,2011,Vino z Czech 15,Red,US,"A soft, easy Merlot, with rich blackberry and blueberry jam and chocolate flavors. Nice to drink with burgers, carne asada or, for something different, lentil soup.",Signature Selection,17,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bianchi 2012 Signature Selection Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2012-signature-selection-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2012,Bianchi 14,Red,Spain,"Wood grain, paint-like aromas and red-fruit scents carry the bouquet on this crisp, snappy, high-acid Rioja. Flavors of red currant, plum and pie cherry are followed by oaky, resiny notes of vanilla and leftover oak spice.",,15,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Beronia 2010 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beronia-2010-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2010,Beronia 14.5,White,US,"Easy to drink for its ripe lemon, lime, green apple and peach flavors. Brisk acidity provides needed crispness and balance. Grab some sausages, tempura or popcorn shrimp and enjoy.",The Count's Selection,22,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Buena Vista 2012 The Count's Selection Pinot Gris (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2012-counts-selection-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Buena Vista 13.9,Red,US,"Somewhat tough and gritty, with green tannins and lots of acidity. Yet the texture is delicate and light, and there are some nice raspberry and red currant flavors. Drink up.",Jane Madison,35,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Bratcher 2010 Jane Madison Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bratcher-2010-jane-madison-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bratcher 12.5,White,US,"This is a lean and crisp Sauvignon Blanc exhibiting apricot and fig notes, and just a bite of lemon sourness on the finish.",Mio Vigneto,18,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Pat Paulsen Vineyards 2012 Mio Vigneto Sauvignon Blanc (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pat-paulsen-2012-mio-vigneto-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley-lodi/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Pat Paulsen Vineyards 12,Dessert,US,"This Riesling has honeyed flavors of citrus and tropical fruits, but it's very brisk in acidity, which balances the sweetness. Clean and vibrant, it's a nice cocktail sipper, and will pair well with Asian fare.",Allegro,12,85,California,California Other,California,Martin & Weyrich 2012 Allegro Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-2012-allegro-riesling-other/,Riesling,2012,Martin & Weyrich 13,White,US,"This is a sound wine, especially for the price. It's brisk in acidity, with ripe pineapple, lime and orange flavors that finish clean.",Reserve,8,85,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2012 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2012-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Oak Grove 13.9,Red,US,"A tough, gritty Syrah, lacking generosity. It's dry and clean and tannic, and while the black currant, cola and coffee flavors offer pleasure, they finish quick. Drink up.",,24,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Novy 2010 Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2010,Novy 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Rubber, herbal notes, grassy scents and leather comprise the bouquet. This feels wiry but solid, with cherry and berry flavors that finish with raisin and blackberry. As a whole, this is fruity and pleasant.",Natal,14,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alpamanta 2010 Natal Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpamanta-2010-natal-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Alpamanta 13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine has a forward aroma of red currant and a hint of toasted coffee bean. The palate shows black cherry, raspberry and some espresso, but it's already evolved, reflecting the heat and forward nature of the vintage.",,13,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Agricoltori del Chianti Geografico 2011 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricoltori-chianti-geografico-2011-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,Agricoltori del Chianti Geografico 12.5,Rose,Portugal,"True to it's varietal characteristics, this is a very perfumed wine with a light and delicate nature. Pale in color with honey and candy fragrances, it's a rosé for summer drinking, or a bright apéritif.",Colecção Privada,,85,Península de Setúbal,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2012 Colecção Privada Moscatel Roxo (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2012-coleccao-privada-portuguese-red-moscatel-roxo-peninsula-setubal/,Moscatel Roxo,2012,José Maria da Fonseca 12,Sparkling,US,"Dry, but not entirely, with a honeyed edge that softens the tough acidity. There's a good taste of oranges and limes, as well as the doughy brioche you want in a sparkling wine.",Extra Dry,10,85,California,California Other,California,JFJ NV Extra Dry (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jfj-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,JFJ 13.5,Red,US,"A pretty Grenache, mellow and ripe in the mouth, with savory cherry, dried herb and pepper flavors. A burst of Edna Valley acidity gives it a cola-like zippiness.",Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard,35,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Qupé 2011 Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard Grenache (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2011-sawyer-lindquist-vineyard-grenache-central-coast-edna-valley/,Grenache,2011,Qupé 14,White,US,"This would seem to reflect a fairly significant stylistic shift from previous vintages. Here the influence of malolactic fermentation yields a soft, buttery wine with aromas of microwave popcorn. This is a winemaker choice, but yields a Pinot Gris that has lost much of its typical pear and apple fruit, and carries some bitterness in the finish.",Renovação Estate,20,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Coelho 2012 Renovação Estate Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coelho-2012-renovacao-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Coelho 13,Rose,Portugal,"Smooth and rounded rosé with ripe strawberry and red plum flavors. They give a soft, creamy textured wine, touched by caramel and ready to drink. Screwcap.",Tagus Creek,10,85,Tejo,,,Falua 2012 Tagus Creek Rosé (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-2012-tagus-creek-rose-tejo/,Rosé,2012,Falua 14.5,Red,US,"A nice everyday Cabernet, this is softly tannic and rich in blackberry and cherry flavors that finish a little ripe. It's an easy wine to drink now with beef dishes.",Master Lot Reserve,15,85,California,California Other,California,Wolfgang Puck 2010 Master Lot Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolfgang-puck-2010-master-lot-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Wolfgang Puck 13.5,White,Spain,"Tropical fruit aromas give this Verdejo a punchbowl bouquet that includes lychee and kiwi. The palate is melony and round in feel, with flavors of mango, honeydew and green banana. On the finish, this feels flat and not that vital. Drink now.",,9,85,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Paso a Paso 2011 Verdejo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paso-a-paso-2011-spanish-white-verdejo-mancha/,Verdejo,2011,Paso a Paso 11,Dessert,US,"With white sugar, honey, apricot, orange and lime flavors, this will appeal to your sweet tooth. It has just enough acidity for balance.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Lost Angel 2011 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-angel-2011-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2011,Lost Angel 13.5,Red,US,"Just a single barrel was made, and perhaps a bit more wine to blend would have helped. Red-fruit flavors on the palate are a shade thin, with weedy notes and drying tannins that yield a slightly bitter finish.",Tallulah's Run Reserve,58,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Coeur de Terre 2010 Tallulah's Run Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-terre-2010-tallulahs-run-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Coeur de Terre 12.4,Red,US,"Among the 2011 Pinots from Coelho, this carries the most herbal, earthy scents and accents. Beetroot, black pepper and fertile soil bring a sharp edge to tart red fruits. The flavors hit a stiff wall of tannins that shorten the finish. More time in the bottle may help to open it up.",Dois Irmãos,30,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Coelho 2011 Dois Irmãos Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coelho-2011-dois-irmaos-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Coelho 14.5,Red,US,"A tough, stringy Pinot, tight in acids, with everyday cherry, cola and persimmon flavors. With a silky texture, it's not bad for the price.",Cool Climate,17,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Cline 2011 Cool Climate Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2011-cool-climate-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Cline 12.5,White,France,"Very soft wine, with honeyed apples and light acidity. The wine is already showing signs of maturity, with an opulent texture and only a hint of perfumed acidity.",Rittersberg,17,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Frey-Sohler 2011 Rittersberg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frey-sohler-2011-rittersberg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2011,Frey-Sohler 13,White,France,"A soft, rounded, spicy wine with ripe flavors, light on the acidity, generous with the lychee and mango fruit. Full and rounded and ready to drink now.",,18,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Joseph Fritsch 2011 Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-fritsch-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2011,Joseph Fritsch 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Melon, pear, apple and mild sulfuric aromas lead to a palate with an acidic center. Apple, lime and pith flavors are what you get. This tastes and smells good; it's also bubbly and aggressive in feel.",Cristalino Brut,10,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Jaume Serra NV Cristalino Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaume-serra-nv-cristalino-brut-sparkling-cava-172505/,Sparkling Blend,,Jaume Serra 13.5,Red,Italy,"This young Chianti Classico has wild cherry and espresso aromas, but the palate is dominated by raw oak and vanilla flavors. It's direct and oaky, with more fruity richness needed to blance the woody tones.",,24,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Viticcio 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticcio-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Viticcio 9,White,Portugal,"Medium dry, with a creamy petillance that gives a lift of freshness, this wine is fragrant with green apples and citrus. Lively and fruity, it's ready to drink now.",Cruzeiro,9,85,Vinho Verde,,,Vinhos Norte 2012 Cruzeiro White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinhos-norte-2012-cruzeiro-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Vinhos Norte 12.5,Red,Spain,"With aromas of wood, mint and generic dark fruits, this opens in good form. In the mouth, this is fresh and medium in body, with a mix of herb, oak and red-fruit flavors. A mild finish feels slightly dilute but easygoing.",Marqués de Chivé Crianza,10,85,Levante,Utiel-Requena,,Vicente Gandia 2009 Marqués de Chivé Crianza Tempranillo (Utiel-Requena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vicente-gandia-2009-marques-chive-crianza-tempranillo-utiel-requena/,Tempranillo,2009,Vicente Gandia 12.5,White,France,"Light and gently fruity, this hints at spice with a candy perfume. It is all ready to drink with its very rounded character.",Vieilles Vignes,18,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Frey-Sohler 2011 Vieilles Vignes Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frey-sohler-2011-vieilles-vignes-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Frey-Sohler 13.5,Red,Italy,"This shows underbrush aromas of tobacco leaf and mushroom. The palate is disjointed, with ripe black fruit, green tannins and rustic notes of barnyard.",La Casaccia,20,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Franzinelli Socini Guelfi 2010 La Casaccia (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franzinelli-socini-guelfi-2010-casaccia-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Franzinelli Socini Guelfi 12,Rose,Portugal,"A strongly caramel scented wine followed by a palate that is rich, smooth, caramel and crushed strawberry fruits. The wine is round, ripe, ready to drink.",Selection,13,85,Tejo,,,Quinta da Lapa 2012 Selection Rosé (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-lapa-2012-selection-rose-tejo/,Rosé,2012,Quinta da Lapa 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Gasssy, soda-like aromas are the greeting, however there are decent red-fruit scents in the backdrop. This is a bit sticky and foamy on the tongue, with loud nectarine and cherry flavors. A sweet, basic finish with tolerable burn and abrasiveness is the final act.",Brut Rosé,14,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Paul Cheneau NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cheneau-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Paul Cheneau 14,Red,Argentina,"Hard, rubbery black-fruit aromas end with a whiff of cherry-cola. This feels zesty and fresh, with a medium body and snappy acids. Short, choppy flavors of red plum and cherry finish quick, with a salty note.",,13,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mil Piedras 2011 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mil-piedras-2011-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2011,Mil Piedras 13,Red,US,"This Cab is a good value for its blackberry, currant and oak flavors that are easy to drink. It's good for anytime you want a full-bodied, dry red wine.",California Collection,9,85,California,California Other,California,Pat Paulsen Vineyards NV California Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pat-paulsen-nv-california-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,,Pat Paulsen Vineyards 14,Red,Spain,"This mature wine is rusty in color and burnt and stalky smelling, with gritty fruit aromas. In the mouth, it's flabby and lacks structure, while the flavor profile is earthy, with herbal berry flavors. Carob and herbal notes are the finishing flavors.",Reserva Single Vineyard,30,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Ochoa 2005 Reserva Single Vineyard Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ochoa-2005-reserva-single-vineyard-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2005,Ochoa 13.5,White,US,"A pretty good Chardonnay, rich in oak and fruit. The butterscotch, caramel, buttered toast and citrus fruit flavors offer plenty of appeal.",,19,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Novy 2011 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Novy 12,White,France,"A blend of Muscat, Riesling and Pinot Gris, this is a ripe, perfumed wine, attractively fresh while showing a more exotic character. It's fruity, forward, fragrant and ready to drink now. Screwcap.",One,13,85,Alsace,Alsace,,René Sparr 2011 One White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-sparr-2011-one-white-alsace/,White Blend,2011,René Sparr 11.5,Red,Portugal,"A fruity, lightly tannic wine, this has ripe berry-fruit flavors and a soft texture. Smooth and light, it's a fresh style of wine, easy on the red fruits and with a spicy aftertaste. Screwcap.",Coreto Tinto,6,85,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2011 Coreto Tinto Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2011-coreto-tinto-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2011,DFJ Vinhos 14,White,Argentina,"Barrel grain and spiced apple are the key aromas. This is round, chunky and not showing a lot of structure or backbone. Oaky flavors of butterscotch and baked apple end with a note of caramel.",Reserve,19,85,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2012 Reserve Chardonnay (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2012-reserve-chardonnay-tupungato/,Chardonnay,2012,Domaine Jean Bousquet 12,White,US,"This is the off-dry Blue Moon Riesling, with residual sugar listed at 18 g/L. Flavors are simple and lightly sugary, and the familiar blue bottle is a consumer favorite.",,10,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Blue Moon 2011 Riesling (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-moon-2011-riesling-other/,Riesling,2011,Blue Moon 12.2,White,US,"A pleasant wine, dryish and tart in acidity, with citrus, green apple and honeysuckle flavors. There's a hint of Riesling's petrol character. This is classic Black Box, with a high likeability factor.",,25,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Black Box 2012 Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-box-2012-riesling-central-coast-monterey-county/,Riesling,2012,Black Box 13.5,Red,Italy,"This shows oak, plum, espresso and even some bell pepper scents on the nose. The palate is straightforward yet lush, with black fruit, chocolate and toasted oak flavors. It has drying tannins but not much freshness or length.",Redi,27,85,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 2010 Redi (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vecchia-cantina-montepulciano-2010-redi-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 13,White,France,"Very fruity, catty wine. It is green and crisp, tightly herbaceous yet explodes with fruit. The acidity cuts right through, this clean, fresh wine.",Domaine des Grandes Esperances,,85,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Saget la Perrière 2012 Domaine des Grandes Esperances Sauvignon Blanc (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saget-perriere-2012-domaine-grandes-esperances-sauvignon-blanc-touraine/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Saget la Perrière 12.5,Red,France,"Tannins and strong smoky wood flavors dominate this wine.Very dark and dry in texture, its fruitiness hides behind all this hard structure and dense character.",Nature'S,22,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Louis Sipp 2009 Nature'S Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-sipp-2009-natures-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,2009,Louis Sipp 14.5,Red,Italy,"This has an earthy nose of truffle and tobacco leaf, with a hint of leather. The palate shows some rustic notes along with overripe plum, black berry and spice. While this has tight, drying tannins, the fruit and freshness are evolved.",,26,85,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,La Ciarliana 2010 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciarliana-2010-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,La Ciarliana 12,Sparkling,France,"A wine with soft fruitiness, red berry flavors and a touch of toast. Ripe, full and not quite dry, it is an easy, accessible rosé sparkler, fine for apéritifs.",Brut Rosé,18,85,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-cremant-dalsace-176484/,Sparkling Blend,,Lucien Albrecht 13,Red,Argentina,"Despite being heavy and flat, this is an easygoing wine with raisiny notes on the nose and earthy, loamy berry and raisin flavors. The finish is soft, with nothing jagged or hard to deal with.",,9,85,Other,Argentina,,San Huberto 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-huberto-2010-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2010,San Huberto 12.2,Red,US,"This opens with an unusual mix of watermelon, strawberry, light herbs and a buttery mouthfeel. It's on the lighter, more delicate side, with a thin finish. But fine for accompanying lighter fare, or simply sipping.",,30,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Samuel Robert 2011 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/samuel-robert-2011-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Samuel Robert 13,Red,Spain,"Berry aromas with a hint of pine and juniper form the opening on this fresh-style Rioja. A quick wash of red plum and raspberry flavors comes with an herbal leaning and minty notes. This finishes firm but light in weight, with a minty aftertaste.",Tinto,10,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Bujanda 2011 Tinto (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bujanda-2011-tinto-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2011,Viña Bujanda 13,White,Spain,"The packaging on this Verdejo is attractive, but the wine is relatively neutral on the nose, with hints of white-fruit scents. The palate has modest depth and tang, with flavors of lime, mango, grapefruit and a hint of bitterness.",Spring in a Bottle,22,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Viña a Verderol 2012 Spring in a Bottle Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-a-verderol-2012-spring-in-bottle-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2012,Viña a Verderol 13.5,Red,Italy,"This shows very evident oak aromas along with toast, coffee, vanilla and incense notes. The palate reflects the heavy wood influence that muffles the dark fruit just below the surface. Drying wood tannins cut the finish short.",Castelvecchi,28,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Vèscine 2010 Castelvecchi (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vescine-2010-castelvecchi-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Vèscine 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is an accessible red, with aromas of black fruit, exotic spices and oak. The palate shows plum, chocolate and bitter cherry flavors and a warmth that reflects the heat of the vintage. Drink soon.",,22,85,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Lunadoro 2011 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lunadoro-2011-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2011,Lunadoro 12,Sparkling,Portugal,"This is a fruity wine with pear and bitter-almond flavors. It is clean, fresh, and light in style, with acidity that complements the riper fruit character on the finish.",Sparkling Brut,16,85,Tejo,,,Quinta da Lapa NV Sparkling Brut Arinto (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-lapa-nv-sparkling-brut-portuguese-white-arinto-tejo/,Arinto,,Quinta da Lapa 15.1,Red,US,"Jammy raspberry, currant and caramel flavors are countered with acidic sharpness and high alcohol in this Zinfandel. It tastes a bit unbalanced, but a juicy cheeseburger will handle it well.",,19,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Novy 2011 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2011-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Novy 13.8,Red,US,"Made up of equal parts Syrah and Mourvèdre with the balance Grenache, this has notes of burnt embers and smoked meat. Though only 20% new oak, the wood still seems at the fore with notes of sawdust and toast that distract.",Misceo Syrah-Mourvèdre-Grenache Folin Vineyards,34,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Folin Cellars 2010 Misceo Syrah-Mourvèdre-Grenache Folin Vineyards Red (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folin-cellars-2010-misceo-syrah-mourvedre-grenache-red-southern-rogue-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Folin Cellars 12.7,Red,US,"This is a dark, brooding wine with notes of black fruit, earth, Band Aid and spice. It's tart with firm, blocky tannins.",Folin Vineyards,34,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Folin Cellars 2010 Folin Vineyards Petite Sirah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folin-cellars-2010-vineyards-petite-sirah-southern-rogue-valley/,Petite Sirah,2010,Folin Cellars 12.5,White,US,"Good, crisp acidity makes this wine bright and clean in the mouth, and it's fundamentally dry. It's also one-dimensional with lemon, lime and grapefruit flavors, with a strong note of green, grassy gooseberry.",Black Dog Series,18,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hill Wine Company 2011 Black Dog Series Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hill-wine-company-2011-black-dog-series-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Hill Wine Company 13.7,Red,US,"Shows the delicacy and silkiness of Pinot Noir, and is nicely dry and crisp. But it's on the thin side, with cherry, tobacco and sandalwood flavors. Drink up.",Black Dog Series,25,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hill Wine Company 2011 Black Dog Series Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hill-wine-company-2011-black-dog-series-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Hill Wine Company 14.2,Red,US,"This Merlot doesn't pretend to be anything but what it is, a sound, everyday wine for drinking now with everything from burgers to burritos. It's medium-bodied and slightly sweet in cherries and cola.",Black Dog Series,20,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hill Wine Company 2010 Black Dog Series Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hill-wine-company-2010-black-dog-series-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Hill Wine Company ,Red,Italy,"This pretty rosso has typical fragrances of dark fruit and spice. The palate shows ripe plum and cherry layered with cinnamon notes. It's fresh and ready to enjoy now, and would pair well with pasta dishes or grilled chicken.",,11,85,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Fattoria della Talosa 2011 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-della-talosa-2011-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2011,Fattoria della Talosa 12.5,White,France,"Bright and fruity wine, showing its acidity prominently. Crisp layered citrus and apricot fruits flavors finish with fine texture.",Les Champs des Plantes,,85,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Gilles Blanchet 2012 Les Champs des Plantes (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilles-blanchet-2012-champs-plantes-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Gilles Blanchet 12.5,White,France,"A fresh, fragrant Sauvignon Blanc. It's bone dry, full of citrus flavors and a fine swathe of acidity. Herbaceous, crisp and ready to drink now. Screwcap.",,,85,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine de Bellecours 2012 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bellecours-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Domaine de Bellecours 10.5,Dessert,US,"You could drink this easy Moscato with fish, chicken, even pork, but it's sweet enough to classify as a dessert wine. It shows flavors of honey, apricots, tangerines and limes.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Discoveries 2011 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/discoveries-2011-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2011,Discoveries 12,Rose,Portugal,"Smooth and soft with strawberry and dried-fruit flavors, this is a dry rosé with plenty of ripe fruit to balance the acidity on the palate. The aftertaste is fresh and delicate.",Portada Winemaker's Selection,7,85,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2012 Portada Winemaker's Selection Rosé (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2012-portada-winemakers-selection-rose-lisboa/,Rosé,2012,DFJ Vinhos 12,White,Portugal,"Soft and creamily fruity, this is an attractive, fresh wine. It has citrus fruit and apple-skin flavors and crisp, clean acidity. For drinking over the next year.",Portada Winemaker's Selection Branco,7,85,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2012 Portada Winemaker's Selection Branco White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2012-portada-winemakers-selection-branco-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2012,DFJ Vinhos 12.5,Red,Spain,"This everyday Tempranillo opens with mildly burnt and stalky aromas, but there's enough fresh plum and berry on the nose to keep things positive. The mouthfeel is wiry and alert, while plum and raspberry flavors finish short.",Monte Clavijo,11,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Criadores de Rioja 2011 Monte Clavijo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/criadores-rioja-2011-monte-clavijo-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2011,Criadores de Rioja 12,White,US,"This has double the residual sugar of the off-dry Blue Moon Riesling, and it shows in the mouthfeel, which turns a bit granular. It's a time-capsule wine, with flavors of lemon, sugar-water and white tea that have stood their ground unchanged for decades.",Sweet,10,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Blue Moon 2011 Sweet Riesling (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-moon-2011-sweet-riesling-other/,Riesling,2011,Blue Moon 13.5,Red,Spain,"Ripe berry aromas are tinged with rubbery, gaseous notes on this Tempranillo blend. The palate is chunky, blocky and low on acid, which results in a jammy wine with a hint of saltiness on the back palate. Clove flavors define the finish.",Vendimia Seleccionada,,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Riolanc 2010 Vendimia Seleccionada (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-riolanc-2010-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2010,Bodegas Riolanc 14,Red,Spain,"Aromas of chemical, plastic and milk chocolate are dominant and mask the wine's black-fruit content. The palate feels condensed and narrow, while woody, baked flavors of berry fruits finish resiny and chocolaty.",JME,25,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Muriel 2010 JME (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-muriel-2010-jme-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2010,Bodegas Muriel 12,Rose,Portugal,"A wine that is so crisp, dominated by red berry acidity and a vibrant texture. Just a touch of tannin to give structure, with a light prickle on the tongue, this is fresh, fruity and ready to drink.",,12,85,Vinho Verde,,,Casa do Valle 2012 Rosé (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-do-valle-2012-rose-vinho-verde/,Rosé,2012,Casa do Valle 13.5,Red,Spain,"After this medium-bodied, fresh-styled Rioja opens with scratchy plum and berry aromas, hints of chocolate and light oak step in. The mouthfeel is wiry and fresh, with vibrant acidity creating high-toned, red-fruit flavors that finish with ringing zest.",,12,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2010 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2010-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2010,Sierra Cantabria 13.5,White,Czech Republic,"Salty sea-breeze notes lend an intriguing minerality to this brisk, lemon-scented white wine. It's pleasantly fruity with hints of crisp green melon and quince, but anchored by a bitter lime-pith note. Full bodied, yet refreshingly easy on the palate.",,20,86,Moravia,,,Vino z Czech 2009 Pinot Blanc (Moravia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-z-czech-2009-pinot-blanc-moravia/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Vino z Czech 15,Red,US,"There's some sharpness on this Cabernet that kicks the palate, and also a raisin skin bitterness. On the plus side are lush, smooth tannins and quite a lot of sweet blackberry fruit. But the instabilities limit the wine's appeal, as well as its ageability, making it rustic. Drink now.",,55,86,California,Napa,Oakville,Robert Mondavi 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Robert Mondavi 14.5,Red,Italy,"This inky and opaque Chianti Classico is made in an international style, offering intense oak and vanilla aromas. The palate shows overripe plum, espresso and green bell pepper flavors. While it starts off plush, it has short length with a drying, tannic finish.",,22,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Podere La Cappella 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-cappella-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Podere La Cappella 14.5,Red,US,"This is a good, standard-issue Zinfandel. It's spicy and dry, with red cherry, licorice, cola and tobacco flavors, wrapped into firm tannins. Bring on the cheeseburgers, and don't forget the ketchup.",,16,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2010 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2010-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Sebastiani 15.6,Red,US,"An eccentric wine, very high in alcohol, yet there's a strange vegetal element. Otherwise, it's all about sweet blackberry jam, mushu plum sauce, white pepper and charred bacon. The green veggie note, which winemaker Matthias Pippig describes as “savage”, persists into the finish.",1/1,85,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanguis 2010 1/1 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2010-1-1-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,Sanguis 14.1,White,US,"A pleasant sipper for drinking now, with citrus fruit, Asian-pear and peach flavors, accented by acidity. This 100% Sauvignon was unoaked.",Honker Blanc,15,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tudal 2012 Honker Blanc White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudal-2012-honker-blanc-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,2012,Tudal 14,Red,US,"Lots of rich, ripe blackberry, mocha, spice and oak flavors in this dry, robust blend. Based on Cabernet Sauvignon, with Petite Sirah, Zinfandel and other varieties, it's a lusty young wine to drink now.",Baci's Bin 32 Founder's Blend,26,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tudal 2010 Baci's Bin 32 Founder's Blend Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudal-2010-bacis-bin-32-founders-blend-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Tudal 14.5,Red,US,"This Merlot isn't very complicated, but it does have the soft juiciness you want in the variety. The flavors of cola and red cherries finish dry and spicy.",,22,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Roth 2010 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roth-2010-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2010,Roth 13.9,Red,US,"Some unripe green notes mark the ripe raspberry and cherry flavors on this Pinot Noir. Otherwise it is a silky, delicate wine, showing Santa Maria Valley charm and acidity.",Challen,70,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tantara 2011 Challen Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2011-challen-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Tantara 13.5,Red,Italy,"The nose of this wine is brimming with dark fruit, spice and toasted-oak fragrances. The palate shows oaky notes of coffee and toast, with soft plum and pepper undertones. It's straightforward, with a drying, tannic finish.",,25,86,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Salcheto 2010 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salcheto-2010-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2010,Salcheto 12.7,Red,US,"This is a light and fruity wine that's forward on the palate, with red berries and hints of orange peel. It leaves a tart, citrusy aftertaste.",99W,19,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,RouteStock 2011 99W Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/routestock-cellars-2011-99w-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,RouteStock 14,Red,Spain,"Scratchy, herbal aromas settle on tar, asphalt, tart red fruits and leather. The palate on this cutting Rioja is pushy and full of bold acidity, while oak and herbal berry flavors finish minty and spicy, with a ringing, acid-driven feel.",Limited Edition Selection of 965 Barrels,17,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramón Bilbao 2010 Limited Edition Selection of 965 Barrels (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramon-bilbao-2010-limited-edition-selection-965-barrels-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2010,Ramón Bilbao 14.5,Red,US,"This Merlot's soft mouthfeel and mellow tannins make it fine for everyday drinking. It has stylish flavors of cherries and red licorice, and is beginning to show its age.",Heritage Selection,26,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Pat Paulsen Vineyards 2009 Heritage Selection Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pat-paulsen-2009-heritage-selection-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2009,Pat Paulsen Vineyards 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a ripe, warm, full-bodied Crémant. It has a creamy, rich mousse, soft citrus and light acidity. The wine is forward, fruity and fresh, lightly tangy at the end.",Brut,18,86,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht NV Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-nv-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace-176485/,Sparkling Blend,,Lucien Albrecht 12.5,White,France,"This light, easygoing Pinot Blanc is fruity with apples and white fruits, while gently creamy and balanced with some spice. The soft fruit and the bite of spice give some complexity at the end.",Nature'S,16,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Louis Sipp 2011 Nature'S Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-sipp-2011-natures-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Louis Sipp 14.7,Red,US,"Tastes unusual soft and melted for a Santa Lucia Highlands Syrah, but the blackberry, licorice, cola and sweet oak flavors sure are delicious. The absence of structure makes the wine finish quick, and will not allow it to age, so drink up.",Susan's Hill Vineyard,34,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Novy 2010 Susan's Hill Vineyard Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2010-susans-hill-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2010,Novy 14,Red,Argentina,"Blueberry and cassis aromas are jammy and suggest graham crackers. This feels tight and narrow, with strict tannins. As for flavors, look for baked berry, herb and earth notes the finish shows berry, leather and carob notes.",,13,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mil Piedras 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mil-piedras-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Mil Piedras 13.5,White,Argentina,"This is a full-bodied, warm-climate Chardonnay with the expected mix of oak and baked-fruit aromas. The palate is more juicy than creamy, but also resiny, with nutty flavors of butterscotch and toasted apple. A banana note enters onto the finish.",Grand Reserve,24,86,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2012 Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2012-grand-reserve-chardonnay-tupungato/,Chardonnay,2012,Domaine Jean Bousquet 12,White,France,"There is just pure fruitiness here, a Chardonnay that is light and fresh although with some creamy richness behind it. It's softly textured, a warm wine with a vanilla hint at the end.",,14,86,Loire Valley,Val de Loire,,Domaine des Tilleuls 2012 Chardonnay (Val de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tilleuls-2012-chardonnay-val/,Chardonnay,2012,Domaine des Tilleuls 12.5,Red,Italy,"This starts off with bell pepper aromas and hints of espresso, oak, vanilla, plum and soy sauce. It's direct and straightforward, with an international profile and easy personality.",,11,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fattoria Vitiano 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-vitiano-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Fattoria Vitiano 12.5,White,France,"A simple, fruity wine, there is a fine line of acidity that shoots right through to give a bright and breezy character. It is light, very fresh with an attractive lemon zest at the end.",,21,86,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine des Caves du Prieuré 2012 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-caves-prieure-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Domaine des Caves du Prieuré 12.5,White,France,"A slightly peppery wine with a creamy, full texture and bright acidity. The wine is crisp and open, ready to drink with its cream almond flavor at the end.",,18,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Vincent Stoeffler 2011 Sylvaner (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-stoeffler-2011-other-white-sylvaner-alsace/,Sylvaner,2011,Domaine Vincent Stoeffler 12,Sparkling,France,"Crisp and apple centered wine, full of fruitiness and lively acidity. With a fresh, creamy mousse and citrus tang it's deliciously forward and bright. Drink anytime.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,19,86,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Frey-Sohler NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Pinot Blanc (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frey-sohler-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-pinot-blanc-cremant-dalsace/,Pinot Blanc,,Frey-Sohler 13.9,White,US,"This is a sharp, grassy Pinot Gris, which does more than a gentle bow in the direction of Sauvignon Blanc. Herbaceous, peppery and penetrating, it's green and acidic, yet flavorful and a resonant food wine also.",,17,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Emerson 2012 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emerson-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Emerson 13.9,White,US,"This is just what you want a Sauvignon Blanc to be, from a winery that knows how to make it affordable. With mouthwatering acidity, it shows lemongrass and pink grapefruit flavors, with hints of exotic mangoes.",,16,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Courtney Benham 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Courtney Benham 14.5,Red,US,"Surprising to find a Cabernet this mature released onto the market. It's a good wine, softly tannic and mellow, whose blackberry and cherry fruit flavors are drying out. Drink up.",,29,86,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Chateau Chevalier 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chevalier-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Chateau Chevalier 13.5,Red,Italy,"This has aromas of ripe berry and toast. The palate isn't very expressive but reveals new wood, vanilla and chocolate. Give this a few more years to fully develop. Drink 2015–2020.",,19,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Casaloste 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casaloste-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Casaloste 14,Red,Spain,"Slightly minty plum and cherry aromas lead to a medium-bodied palate with snappy acidity. Flavors of red berries and juicy plum come with spicy, peppery side notes, while raspberry is the key flavor on the finish along with peppery spice.",Tinto,10,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Casa Primicia 2011 Tinto (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-primicia-2011-tinto-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2011,Casa Primicia 14.5,Red,Italy,"This shows fruity fragrances of black cherry, plum and red currant, with a soft pepper note. The palate offers juicy cherry and cinnamon flavors, and although forward, it has some freshness and a bright character.",,17,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Canneto 2011 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canneto-2011-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2011,Canneto 13.5,Red,US,"Bright and juicy in cherry-red fruit, Duo is 70% Zinfandel blended with 30% Barbera, the result clear and straightforward.",Duo,15,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Damas 2011 Duo Red (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damas-2011-duo-red-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Red Blend,2011,Damas 13.8,White,US,"This is an eccentric Chardonnay, despite coming from a highly esteemed vineyard. It's acidic and oaky-sweet with pineapple Life Savers candy pineapple and lemon-drop flavors.",Keefer Ranch,38,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Cellars 33 2011 Keefer Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cellars-33-2011-keefer-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Cellars 33 13,Red,Italy,"This shows plum and bell pepper aromas along with hints of meat juices and underbrush. The palate is quite simple, offering red currant and black cherry flavors that will pair well with pasta al pomodoro.",,12,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello Il Palagio 2011 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-il-palagio-2011-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,Castello Il Palagio 12.1,Red,US,"Blackberry and black-cherry fruit flavors come up quickly, elevated by some high-toned aromatics. The wine was aged for 10 months in 19% new French oak. Despite its youth, it seems to be drinking at its best as soon as it's opened and poured, and does not keep its freshness once in the glass. Drink soon.",Paciência Estate,45,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Coelho 2011 Paciência Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coelho-2011-paciencia-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Coelho 14.8,Red,US,"A good Pinot for drinking now, from a winery that's struggled with the variety. The wine is pleasant but one-dimensional in cherry, cola and cedar flavors, with crisp acids and an elegant, silky mouthfeel.",Bacigalupi Vineyard,40,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Armida 2011 Bacigalupi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2011-bacigalupi-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Armida 14,Red,Italy,"This rosso boasts fruity fragrances of ripe cherry and plum, with a hint of orange peel and toasted oak. The palate shows ripe plum and black cherry flavors laced with espresso and chocolate accents. Drink this young and pair it with pastas or grilled white meats. Vi Wines, J & J Importers.",,16,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Antico Colle 2011 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antico-colle-2011-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2011,Antico Colle 13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine leads with a spicy bouquet of plum and white pepper. The palate shows similar note, but with an added touch of hot cinnamon. It's fresh and enjoyable now, so drink up.",Prugnolo,20,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Boscarelli 2011 Prugnolo (Rosso di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boscarelli-2011-prugnolo-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2011,Boscarelli 14.9,White,US,"This easy-drinking Chardonnay boasts flavors of sweet cream, buttered toast, honey and apricot-orange juice. Drink it over the next few months with shrimp salad, smoked trout or a weekend brunch of scrambled eggs and lox.",El Camino Vineyard,16,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Bianchi 2011 El Camino Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2011-el-camino-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Bianchi 14,Red,Portugal,"A warm, southern feeling wine, it has herbs, spice and rich tannins as well as a crisper feel of acidity. Fruity, full of black currant and red berry fruits, forward and ripe. It's not for aging.",F'oz,21,86,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2012 F'oz Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2012-foz-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2012,J. Portugal Ramos 14.2,Red,US,"This full-bodied red wine is rough in tannins, but is ready to drink now with savory beef dishes. It has succulent blackberry, raisin and herb flavors.",Mountain Cuvée,24,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gundlach Bundschu 2010 Mountain Cuvée Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-2010-mountain-cuvee-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2010,Gundlach Bundschu 12.5,White,France,"Ripe and creamy wine, with some herbaceousness and yellow fruits. Layering citrus and a tangy texture, it's fruity, full of lively acidity and ready to drink this year. Screwcap.",La Gravelière,20,86,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Joseph Mellot 2012 La Gravelière (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-mellot-2012-graveliere-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Joseph Mellot 14,Red,Italy,"This spicy rosso has plum and pepper aromas that carry over onto the palate, along with a hint of licorice. It's linear, lively and fresh. Pair it with pasta topped with spicy tomato sauces or not too seasoned cheeses.",,17,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,La Ciarliana 2010 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciarliana-2010-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2010,La Ciarliana 12.5,Red,France,"Very textured wine, hinting at fruit that is only just ripe. This light and fragrant wine has red currant fruits and a smoky character. Probably not for aging.",Bollenberg,35,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Zusslin 2010 Bollenberg Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zusslin-2010-bollenberg-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,2010,Zusslin 13,Red,Portugal,"Vines grown on sandy soil yield a wine that is accessible now. Full, soft and ripe with red berry fruits, the palate is marked by gentle tannins and an attractive burst of fruity acidity. Drink now.",Dona Helena Colheita Tinto,11,86,Península de Setúbal,,,Wines & Winemakers 2011 Dona Helena Colheita Tinto Castelão (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2011-dona-helena-colheita-tinto-portuguese-red-castelao-peninsula-setubal/,Castelão,2011,Wines & Winemakers 14,Red,Spain,"Heavy, raisiny aromas carry heat and a whiff of vinegar. In the mouth, this is thick and almost syrupy. Earthy flavors of blackberry, raisin and prune finish chewy but flat. Look for a ripe, rich wine that's soft and earthy more than structured.",Amadeo,35,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodega Beleluin 2010 Amadeo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-beleluin-2010-amadeo-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2010,Bodega Beleluin 13,Red,Italy,"The bouquet of this wine boasts aromas of plum, earth, spice and vanilla. The palate is still rather closed and linear, revealing a black cherry core layered with chocolate. The drying wood tannins linger long into the finish, ending bitter.",,20,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Borgo Scopeto 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-scopeto-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Borgo Scopeto 14.5,Red,US,"Bluffs is a blend of various vineyards from around the valley, and varies in quality, depending on the vintage. The 2011 is right in the middle. It's silky and tart and easy to drink now, with cranberry and sour cherry candy flavors.",Bluffs,23,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pali 2011 Bluffs Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2011-bluffs-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Pali 14.5,Red,Italy,"This wine shows very ripe black fruit aromas, with oak and vanilla sensations in the background. The palate offers ripe plum and cassis flavors, enhanced by accents of pepper, spice, espresso and roasted coffee beans. It's fresh and still a bit tight, but enjoyable now.",Petaso,28,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Montemercurio 2009 Petaso (Rosso di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montemercurio-2009-petaso-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2009,Montemercurio 14.5,White,US,"This Sauvignon Blanc is dry and a little soft, with one-dimensional citrus, vanilla and green-apple flavors. The creamy texture makes it feel plush and round in the mouth.",Kick Ranch,24,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Overland 2012 Kick Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/overland-2012-kick-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Overland 13.4,Red,Argentina,"Meaty plum aromas have a floral accent and suggest balsam wood or sandalwood. This feels good in the mouth, with broad tannins. Flavors of herbal blackberry and exotic spices finish rubbery and firm.",,13,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ombu 2010 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ombu-2010-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Ombu 14,Red,Italy,"This is a brawny, earthy rosso that boasts ripe plum, black licorice and spice notes. It has big but smooth tannins and, despite the dense fruit, a soft texture and forward nature. This is made to be enjoyed young.",Sabazio,15,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,La Braccesca 2011 Sabazio (Rosso di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/braccesca-2011-sabazio-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2011,La Braccesca 11.5,White,Portugal,"Crisply herbaceous and citrusy, this is a bright, light and fresh wine. Dry with a taut acidity, it's brisk with lime flavors and ready to drink now. Screwcap.",Lima,9,86,Vinho Verde,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2012 Lima Loureiro (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2012-lima-portuguese-white-loureiro-vinho-verde/,Loureiro,2012,J. Portugal Ramos 12.5,White,France,"Based in Saint-Hippolyte, the northernmost village of Haut-Rhin, this domaine has produced a smooth, ripe Pinot Blanc, immediately accessible and showing a full, spicy character. Attractive and ready to drink.",,16,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Huber & Bléger 2011 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-bleger-2011-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Huber & Bléger 13,White,France,"Honey and ripe fruits combine easily in this open and generously spicy wine. With a rich texture and a deep intensity, it's a wine that is ready to drink now.",Réserve,20,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2012 Réserve Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2012-reserve-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Lucien Albrecht 14,Red,US,"A faint but persistent vegetal note immediately leaps out beyond the sweet black raspberries, plums and oak, showing the difficulties of the cool vintage. It's softly tannic in the mouth and dry, but not going anywhere, so drink up.",Ledbetter Family Vineyard,40,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2010 Ledbetter Family Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2010-ledbetter-family-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2010,Longboard 16.7,Red,US,"This is a good Zinfandel, but it's also enormously high in alcohol, namely 16.7 % by volume, which gives it the heat and weight of Port, although it's dry. The flavors are concentrated in black currants, dark chocolate and raisins.",,39,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Stephen & Walker 2011 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-walker-2011-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Stephen & Walker 14.7,Red,US,"Blended from Merlot, Petite Sirah and Syrah, and strong in new French oak, this soft, ripe wine is fine for drinking now. It has rich flavors of blackberry and blueberry marmalade, dark chocolate and licorice.",Heritage,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Roth 2010 Heritage Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roth-2010-heritage-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2010,Roth 11.5,White,US,"This dessert wine has rich flavors of honey, apricot and orange jam and vanilla bean. Good acidity gives a bracing cleanliness to the sweetness. It's a little thin on the finish.",Late Harvest,42,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2011 Late Harvest Riesling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2011-late-harvest-riesling-napa-valley/,Riesling,2011,V. Sattui 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Woody aromas of tree bark, forest floor and earthy, minty berry fruits lead to a full and stocky feeling palate with wiry, herbal, oak-heavy flavors of plum and mint. On the finish, this is tannic, with strong spice notes and a hint of green.",Made with Organic Grapes Reserve,18,86,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2011 Made with Organic Grapes Reserve Merlot (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2011-made-with-organic-grapes-reserve-merlot-tupungato/,Merlot,2011,Domaine Jean Bousquet 12.5,White,France,"With just a touch of pepper, this is a warmly spiced wine, ripe in character and full of soft apple and pear flavors. The fruit is right up front, full of ripeness as well as acidity.",Réserve,12,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Fernand Engel 2011 Réserve Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fernand-engel-2011-reserve-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Domaine Fernand Engel 12,Sparkling,France,"There is some bitterness here, bringing out spiciness and herbal character. The wine should develop in bottle to give a more rounded feel.",Carte Corail Rosé Brut,,86,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Domaine des Baumard NV Carte Corail Rosé Brut Cabernet Franc (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-nv-carte-corail-rose-brut-cabernet-franc-cremant/,Cabernet Franc,,Domaine des Baumard 13.5,Red,US,"Usually this block is at the top of the offerings from Coeur de Terre, but a leathery aroma and dried-out fruit knock it down in this vintage. Earth, cola, mint, a hint of cherry and a pleasant spiciness are also there, but the saddle leather dominates. Two bottles tasted.",Renelle's Block Reserve,58,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Coeur de Terre 2010 Renelle's Block Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-terre-2010-renelles-block-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Coeur de Terre 13.5,White,US,"Strong in oak and fruit, this ripe Chardonnay features apricots, oranges and peaches. It's honeyed, but finishes dry, giving the impression of great richness.",Foggy Oaks,20,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2010 Foggy Oaks Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2010-foggy-oaks-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Dry Creek Vineyard 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Radiator dust, strawberry, cherry and apple-skin aromas amount to a slightly flat but not offensive nose. Likewise in the mouth: it's good and pleasant but a bit flat. Flavors of plum, berry and brine define the finish.",Brut Rosado,18,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Don Román NV Brut Rosado Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-roman-nv-brut-rosado-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Don Román 12.5,White,France,"A soft, warm textured wine. Its fresh citrus, red apples and orange zest act as a foil to the full-bodied structure. At the end, it's all lightness and freshness.",,14,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave Freudenreich 2012 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-freudenreich-2012-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Cave Freudenreich 12.5,Sparkling,France,"While there is some spice here, the wine is more dominated by its acidity, fresh pear and crisp texture. It's lively, fragrant and probably best as an apéritif.",Clérotstein Brut,19,86,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Cave de Cleebourg NV Clérotstein Brut Pinot Gris (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-cleebourg-nv-clerotstein-brut-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-cremant-dalsace/,Pinot Gris,,Cave de Cleebourg 15.5,Red,US,"High alcohol gives this wine some porty heat, as well as glyceriney sweetness. Combined with the superripe red currant, raisin and chocolate flavors, it makes this Zin taste almost like a dessert sipper.",Gilsson Vineyard,29,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Tin Barn 2011 Gilsson Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-barn-2011-gilsson-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Tin Barn 13,Red,Italy,"This offers upfront aromas of plum and underbrush, with hints of oak and espresso. The palate is rather inexpressive but reveals black fruit, chocolate and coffee, although its shy on intensity and energy.",Il Tarocco,10,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Torraccia di Presura 2010 Il Tarocco (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torraccia-presura-2010-il-tarocco-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Torraccia di Presura 13,Red,US,"The red cherry, cola and spice flavors finish a little one-dimensional, but the mouthfeel is light and silky on this pleasant Pinot Noir. With tart acidity, it needs fatty meats like lamb or steak to balance it.",,46,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Stephen & Walker 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-walker-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Stephen & Walker 14.8,Red,US,"There's a big, juicy Merlot here, dry and tannic and brimming with cherries and red currants. But it's too oaky, with charred, caramelized wood flavors sticking out. Drink soon.",Yountville Estate Vineyard,45,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 2010 Yountville Estate Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-2010-yountville-estate-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Markham 12.6,White,US,"Good and dry, with brisk acidity and just a touch of oak, making it a versatile white wine at the table. The flavors suggest oranges, pineapples and vanilla.",,21,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Margerum 2012 Grenache Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2012-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Grenache Blanc,2012,Margerum 14,Red,Italy,"The nose leads with aromas of green pepper, oak, vanilla, coffee and espresso that contine into the palate. It's ready now so enjoy soon. It should pair well with barbecued meats or game.",,16,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Panzanello 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panzanello-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Panzanello 13,Red,Portugal,"A light and fruity wine, this boasts attractive red-berry fruits and bright acidity. This is not a Douro for aging, but enjoying this year for its ripe, fresh character and juicy structure.",Charamba,,86,Douro,,,Aveleda 2012 Charamba Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2012-charamba-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2012,Aveleda ,Red,Italy,"A straightforward rosso, this is made from Sangiovese and other native grapes. It offers plum and spice aromas and wild cherry and black fruit flavors, all layered with white pepper. This is made to be enjoyed young.",,26,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Palazzo Vecchio 2011 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palazzo-vecchio-2011-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2011,Palazzo Vecchio 13,White,France,"All perfume, the wine smells like a candy shop. It is almost too much. It's a ripe, full-bodied exotic wine.",Nature'S,30,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Louis Sipp 2011 Nature'S Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-sipp-2011-natures-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Louis Sipp 14.5,Red,US,"Oaky in tannin and big black fruit, this Cab has been blended with 10% Merlot and 5% Petite Sirah giving it ample mouthfeel and a dusting of cocoa and tobacco.",Rock & Vine,18,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Nine North Wine Company 2012 Rock & Vine Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nine-north-wine-company-2012-rock-vine-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Nine North Wine Company 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Nectarine and orange peel are the lead aromas on this everyday, entirely serviceable Cava. A fresh, juicy, citrusy mouthfeel creates a nest for citrus flavors, grapefruit and orange in particular, to do their thing before finishing slightly bitter and pithy. This is made mostly from Trepat grapes.",Brut Rosé,10,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-cava-178137/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas 14,White,France,"A simple, spicy wine, it is rounded and creamy. It tastes of pepper and lychee fruits, with a soft, full character. The richness is well balanced with the acidity. A wine that can be drunk now.",Tradition,27,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Schoffit 2011 Tradition Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-schoffit-2011-tradition-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2011,Domaine Schoffit 17.5,Red,US,"Get the greatest cheeseburger you've ever had, sit back and enjoy it with this soft, fruity wine. The wine is plush and overripe, with very high alcohol, but that's exactly what a burger loves.",,38,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Autry Cellars 2008 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/autry-cellars-2008-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2008,Autry Cellars 14.5,Red,Argentina,"There's no denying the fact that this smells stalky and burnt, with leathery fruit aromas. In the mouth, it's choppy, with scratchy acidity leading to a loud flavor profile with stalky berry, raisin and stewed flavors. Heat and additional roasted notes drive the finish on this Malbec.",Estate,29,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alpamanta 2009 Estate Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpamanta-2009-estate-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Alpamanta 13.5,Red,Italy,"This rosso offers plum and toast aromas, as well as a hint of coffee beans. The palate shows ripe plum and chocolate flavors. While this is warm and forward, it finishes with drying and astringent tannins.",Lupaio,10,85,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Il Faggeto 2011 Lupaio (Rosso di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-faggeto-2011-lupaio-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2011,Il Faggeto 14.3,White,US,"Brisk acidity and buttered toast, pineapple jam and brown sugar flavors mark this Chardonnay.",Vindegard,20,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,De Tierra 2011 Vindegard Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-tierra-2011-vindegard-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2011,De Tierra 13.5,Red,Spain,"Candied plum and cherry aromas are bright, jumpy and youthful. The mouthfeel on this red Rueda, something you don't normally see much of, is narrow, pinched and grabby. Edgy flavors of plum, herbal berry and mild oak set up a finish with a minty green accent.",Roble,10,84,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Dama del Lago 2011 Roble Tempranillo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dama-lago-2011-roble-tempranillo-rueda/,Tempranillo,2011,Dama del Lago 14.2,Red,US,"A common, country-style wine, rich in cherries, cola and spices, with lusty tannins. It's lush and simple, but will rise to the occasion with a cheeseburger. The blend is Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Graciano.",Lot 362,16,84,California,California Other,California,Cameron Hughes 2010 Lot 362 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2010-lot-362-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,Cameron Hughes 13,White,US,"Ripe lemon, lime and tropical fruit flavors lend this wine a sugary tone. Fine acidity provides balance. Drink it with sweeter fare, such as ham, sausages, or melon with prosciutto.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Parkers Estate 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parkers-estate-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Parkers Estate 13,Red,Italy,"Plum, chocolate and oak lead on the nose of this wine. A rather inexpressive palate reveals prune, mocha and vanilla notes. Hollow with short length and a drying finish. Vinum Wine Importing & Distributing, Franco Wines.",,14,83,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 2012 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vecchia-cantina-montepulciano-2012-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2012,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 13,White,US,"A watery wine that tastes like a fruit juice blend of oranges, mangoes and pineapples, with a squirt of alcohol.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Three Pears 2012 Pinot Gris (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-pears-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2012,Three Pears 14.4,Red,US,"With overripe flavors, this Pinot is extremely atypical of Testarossa's normally balanced wines. It has a raisin skin bitterness that won't age away.",Brosseau Vineyard,54,82,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Testarossa 2010 Brosseau Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2010-brosseau-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,2010,Testarossa 14.5,Red,Italy,"Cavallotto still travels under the radar, but is one of the finest Barolo producers. Its Bricco Boschis is bold and beautiful, offering intense rose and berry aromas layered with eucalyptus. The creamy palate delivers cherry, spice and balsamic notes, along with hints of Alpine herbs. To let this complex wine develop fully, drink it after 2019.",Bricco Boschis,75,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cavallotto 2009 Bricco Boschis (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavallotto-2009-bricco-boschis-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Cavallotto 14.5,Red,Italy,"Made by one of Castiglione Falletto's top producers, this single-vineyard riserva has a fragrance of wild cherry, leather and truffle. The palate delivers rich black cherry and spice layered with balsamic herbs and mineral notes to produce lovely complexity and balance. It's already delicious, but for more complexity drink it after 2019.",Bricco Boschis Vigna San Giuseppe Riserva,98,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cavallotto 2007 Bricco Boschis Vigna San Giuseppe Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavallotto-2007-bricco-boschis-vigna-san-giuseppe-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cavallotto 7.5,Dessert,Germany,Honey and smoke mix seductively on this piercingly bright yet intensely rich TBA full of orange marmalade and sweet peach nectar. It's unctuously honeyed but delicately textured on the palate. It's earthy minerality should deepen considerably over the next ten years.,Kiedrich Gräfenberg Trockenbeerenauslese,672,96,Rheingau,,,Robert Weil 2010 Kiedrich Gräfenberg Trockenbeerenauslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-weil-2010-kiedrich-grafenberg-trockenbeerenauslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Robert Weil 14.5,Red,Italy,"Hailing from 70-year-old vines in Cannubi, the most storied vineyard in Barolo, this stunning wine is intensely perfumed with rose petal, violet, sage and eucalyptus notes. The juicy palate delivers creamy black cherry, herb and mineral notes. It's beautifully balanced and has great depth, wonderful energy and ample complexity.",Cannubi,118,96,Piedmont,Barolo,,Paolo Scavino 2009 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-scavino-2009-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Paolo Scavino 5.5,Dessert,Germany,"This stunning TBA is a powerhouse of superripe peach, mango and orange flavors. The palate feels smooth and rich, with honey and marmalade flavors, but it's ethereally light, with a dusty minerality and shrieking lemon acidity that reverberates on the finish. Gorgeous now, but should develop an earthy, honeyed intensity over the next decade.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Trockenbeerenauslese,440,96,Mosel,,,S.A. Prüm 2010 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Trockenbeerenauslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2010-wehlener-sonnenuhr-trockenbeerenauslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,S.A. Prüm 14.9,Red,US,"This rich, complex Cabernet feels dramatic in the mouth. It impacts immediately with black currant, cassis and oak flavors, yet is thoroughly dry, with firm, smooth tannins and an oily umami chewiness, like charred steak fat off the grill. The winemaker, Julien Fayard, previously was at Lafite Rothschild. He brings a Bordeaux-esque sensitivity to Napa's rich, ripe fruit. Hold until 2018.",,80,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Purlieu 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/purlieu-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Purlieu 14.5,Red,Italy,"This single-vineyard Barbaresco Riserva shows lovely floral and fruit scents of violet, iris, ripe berry and pressed powder. The palate is delicious, with black cherry, plum and spice uplifted by freshness and energizing mineral notes. It has ample depth and balance, and while it's drinking well now, it will also age for years.",Vigneti in Muncagota Riserva,68,94,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Produttori del Barbaresco 2008 Vigneti in Muncagota Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/produttori-barbaresco-2008-vigneti-in-muncagota-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Produttori del Barbaresco 14.5,Red,US,"A great success, showing the airy silkiness of Pinot Noir, and the intensity of Russian River fruit. Waves of raspberries, cherries, red currants, licorice and bacon lead to a long finish of exotic baking spices. Bright with acidity, this does a great job of combining power and elegance. Drink now–2019.",Dutton Ranch,49,94,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,MacPhail 2011 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2011-dutton-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,MacPhail 14.4,Red,US,"Olsen vineyard Syrah and Upland vineyards Grenache combine in equal proportions, making a compelling blend that nicely counterpoints the winery's La Fraternité red. Here it's all about blue fruits, especially plums, along with some earthy, barnyard flavors. The structure and aromatics are outstanding, and the acidity of the vintage suggests this wine is the one to cellar, while the other wine is the one to gulp.",En Hommage,25,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kevin White 2011 En Hommage Syrah-Grenache (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kevin-white-2011-en-hommage-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah-Grenache,2011,Kevin White 13,White,Austria,"A superbly rich wine, packed with white fruits, this is very aromatic while also keeping a clear line of acidity and freshness. It has power, depth of flavor and minerality from the terroir. A wine for aging over six years and more. Screwcap.",Zöbing Gaisberg Erste Lage Reserve,,93,Kamptal,,,Hirsch 2011 Zöbing Gaisberg Erste Lage Reserve Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hirsch-2011-zobing-gaisberg-erste-lage-reserve-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2011,Hirsch 14.5,Red,US,"The winery's Tomahawk bottling has been their most successful over the years, and with the 2010, they consolidate that trend. Made from 100% Cabernet, it shows the “iron fist in a velvet glove” personality of Stags Leap, with blackberry and cherry pie, cassis liqueur and oak flavors that are so delicious, you hardly notice the tannins. But they're there. Drink now, after decanting, and over the next 10–15 years.",Tomahawk Vineyard,125,93,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 2010 Tomahawk Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-2010-tomahawk-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Chimney Rock 14,Red,Italy,"This elegant but structured Barbaresco has a lovely and complex perfume of lilac, violet and underbrush. The palate expresses delicious sour cherry and black cherry flavors layered with mint, cinnamon and a hint of orange peel. This is still young and needs a few more years in bottle.",Rabajà,68,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Castello di Verduno 2010 Rabajà (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-verduno-2010-rabaja-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Castello di Verduno 14.5,Red,Italy,"This single-vineyard Barolo boasts succulent dark cherry and spice, nuanced with hints of roasted coffee beans. It's beautifully balanced, with silky tannins and fresh acidity. While already approachable, it will also age moderately well.",Massara,83,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Castello di Verduno 2009 Massara (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-verduno-2009-massara-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Castello di Verduno 6.5,Dessert,Germany,"Aromas of honeycomb and lanolin lend a savory tone to this mineral-laden Beerenauslese, but the palate is all deep, rich peach and quince preserves, with an endlessly rippling tangerine acidity.",Erdener Treppchen Beerenauslese,100,93,Mosel,,,Dr. Hermann 2010 Erdener Treppchen Beerenauslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-hermann-2010-erdener-treppchen-beerenauslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Hermann 13,White,Germany,"Stunningly complex, this dry, richly textured Riesling undulates between lush, fruity preserved-peach flavor, and a deeply rippling minerality. Lime-pith and wax tones add elegance and astringency to a finish that's kissed with honey and orange peel.",Rüdesheim Berg Roseneck Erstes Gewächs,75,93,Rheingau,,,August Kesseler 2011 Rüdesheim Berg Roseneck Erstes Gewächs Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-kesseler-2011-rudesheim-berg-roseneck-erstes-gewachs-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2011,August Kesseler 14,Red,Italy,"This elegant Barbaresco has an intensely floral bouquet of rose, violet and iris, plus whiffs of sage and balsam. The palate offers juicy, wild cherry flavors punctuated with truffle, and balsamic notes of Alpine herbs. It's impeccably balanced, with ample length.",Duemiladieci,45,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Albino Rocca 2010 Duemiladieci (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albino-rocca-2010-duemiladieci-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Albino Rocca 14.1,Red,US,"The addition of 28% Grenache brings a punchy, upfront fruitiness to the umami-soaked Syrah. Tangy orange/raspberry fruit is concentrated and fills the mouth; then the peppery, earthy Syrah backbone brings flesh to the finish. Beautifully proportioned.",Boushey Vineyard,34,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,àMaurice 2010 Boushey Vineyard Syrah-Grenache (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaurice-2010-boushey-vineyard-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah-Grenache,2010,àMaurice 13.7,Red,US,"One of the finest Malbecs ever made in Washington, this pure varietal wine, sourced entirely from the Conner Lee Vineyard, is deeply concentrated with raspberry and loganberry fruit. Intense and structured for aging, it retains its clear, pure focus right on through an exceptionally long finish.",LMS,38,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodinville Wine Cellars 2010 LMS Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2010-lms-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2010,Woodinville Wine Cellars 14,Red,Italy,"From one of Barolo's top vineyard areas, Fenocchio's elegant Villero boasts a classic Nebbiolo fragrance of violet, rose, berry and spice. The palate has remarkable energy and shows great depth, with layers of intense cherry, raspberry and spice, and impeccable balance. Imported by Masciarelli Wine Co, Moonlight Wine Co.",Villero,60,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Fenocchio 2009 Villero (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-fenocchio-2009-villero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Giacomo Fenocchio 13,Red,France,"The core of the “K” range, this wine shows its wood and tannins right up front. It's certainly powerful, with a sense of concentrated black fruits behind the firm and dry structure. A dark and brooding wine, this has enormous potential, so give it at least six years.",K,39,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Clos Troteligotte 2011 K Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-troteligotte-2011-k-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Clos Troteligotte 14.2,White,US,"Marimar Estate held this bottling back for more than a year after their other three Chardonnays were released. The “Dobles Lias” designation refers to extended lees contact, which you can taste and feel in the palate's exceptional creaminess. The yeasty sourness is balanced by rich oak (80% new) and tons of ripe apple, pear and tropical fruit flavors. Very complex and satisfying, and will age for a few years. Drink now–2015.",Don Miguel Vineyard Dobles Lias Unfiltered,45,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2009 Don Miguel Vineyard Dobles Lias Unfiltered Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2009-don-miguel-vineyard-dobles-lias-unfiltered-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Marimar Estate 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Barolo offers subdued but textbook Nebbiolo aromas of rose, wild cherry and truffle. The palate shows juicy wild cherry notes layered with spice and cinnamon, and it's nicely balanced and fresh. It's fast approaching ideal drinkability so enjoy it over the next few years.",La Villa,70,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Fratelli Seghesio 2009 La Villa (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renzo-seghesio-2009-villa-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Fratelli Seghesio 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Barolo shows ripe black cherry and plum aromas with spice undertones. The concentrated palate shows dark cherry, white pepper, mint and menthol. It has a delicious creamy texture and big, brooding tannins. While this will evolve nicely for the next few years, it's a tad shy on acidity so don't lay it down for ages.",Parussi,99,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Massolino 2009 Parussi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massolino-2009-parussi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Massolino 13,White,Austria,"The single vineyard Grassnitzberg offers some warmth to the naturally herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc. There's crisp acidity to be sure, but this serious, complex wine is rounded with tropical fruits and a rich texture. Very fresh now, it needs 2–4 years to age. Glass stopper.",Grassnitzberg Erste Lage,,93,Südoststeiermark,,,Manfred Tement 2012 Grassnitzberg Erste Lage Sauvignon Blanc (Südoststeiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manfred-tement-2012-grassnitzberg-erste-lage-sauvignon-blanc-sudoststeiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Manfred Tement 7.5,Dessert,Germany,"While a bit subdued on the nose, the tiniest sip reveals the power and intensity of this rich, decadent Beerenauslese. Delicate in frame, yet gorgeously concentrated, the palate is packed with wildflower honey and tangerine sweetness, countered by earthier notes of nuts, smoke and a wet-stone minerality.",Kiedrich Turmberg Beerenauslese,322,93,Rheingau,,,Robert Weil 2010 Kiedrich Turmberg Beerenauslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-weil-2010-kiedrich-turmberg-beerenauslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Robert Weil 14.5,Red,Italy,"Made by what is one of Italy's best co-operative cellars, this riserva from the legendary Rio Sordo vineyard offers intense underbrush aromas of truffle, pine forest, leather and balsamic notes. The palate has a core of juicy black cherries layered with cinnamon-spice and shows plenty of depth. Drink this after 2018 to let it develop more complexity.",Rio Sordo Riserva,62,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Produttori del Barbaresco 2008 Rio Sordo Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/produttori-barbaresco-2008-rio-sordo-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Produttori del Barbaresco 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Barolo has rather unusual scents of sage, meat juices and balsamic herbs. The palate delivers layers of cherry, black fruit, truffle, mint, spice and a hint of espresso. It has ample energy and firm, fine tannins. Drink after 2018.",Meriame,80,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Paolo Manzone 2009 Meriame (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-manzone-2009-meriame-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Paolo Manzone 14.8,Red,US,"The best bottle in a strong 2010 William Church lineup, this pure, single-vineyard Malbec is flat-out lovely. Deep purple fruits—plums and cherries—meet silky tannins and just the right touch of French oak, a mix of new, once used and neutral. Young, compact and dense, it should reward up to a decade of cellaring.",Gamache Vineyards,34,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),William Church 2010 Gamache Vineyards Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-church-2010-gamache-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2010,William Church 13.5,White,Austria,"Old vines from the Bisamberg Vineyard have produced a rich, beautifully ripe wine. Its white and yellow fruit flavors give richness, concentration and a great spicy character. With its density, structure and intense acidity, it's likely to age well over 3–5 years. Glass stopper.",Nussberg Alte Reben Gemischter Satz,40,93,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2012 Nussberg Alte Reben Gemischter Satz White (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2012-nussberg-alte-reben-gemischter-satz-white-blend-austrian-vienna/,Austrian white blend,2012,Wieninger 14.5,Red,France,"Named after the quail that inhabit the vineyard, this intensely fruity wine is ripe and full-bodied. Flavors of truffles, spice as well as black plums and berries abound. This is a serious wine for aging; keep for at least seven years, although with its great fruit it could be deliciously drinkable sooner.",Clos Triguedina Petites Cailles,45,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2010 Clos Triguedina Petites Cailles Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2010-clos-triguedina-petites-cailles-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Jean-Luc Baldès 14.5,Red,Italy,"Claudio Fenocchio's classically crafted Barolos are consistently outstanding even in tough vintages. His flagship Bussia delivers succulent black cherry, truffle, leather and balsamic sensations balanced by big but fine tannins. This is already developing some complexity. Imported by Masciarelli Wine Co, Moonlight Wine Co.",Bussia,60,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Fenocchio 2009 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-fenocchio-2009-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Giacomo Fenocchio 14.5,Red,US,"A fantastic Cabernet, rich and succulent, with jammy blackberry, cherry, chocolate and cassis liqueur flavors. Ultrarefined tannins and just-in-time acidity give it fine balance. Made in the modern, cult style, it seems best now and over the next few years for sheer decadence.",Ganymede Vineyard,125,93,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 2010 Ganymede Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-2010-ganymede-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Chimney Rock 14.1,Red,US,"This best barrel selection is deep, dark and delicious, with classic Napa blackberry, currant and cassis flavors. The tannins are thick. There's a fleshy, meaty mouthfeel, and the finish is dry and complex. Really impressive, but way too young. Give it until 2017, and it should provide great drinking well beyond that date.",Charles Towne Reverence Vineyard,80,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Calicaro 2009 Charles Towne Reverence Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calicaro-2009-charles-towne-reverence-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Calicaro 14.5,Red,Italy,"This classically styled Barolo from one of the denomination's most storied houses shows archetypal Nebbiolo scents of dried rose petal, eucalyptus and hints of leather and berry. The palate delivers cassis and truffle notes, with layers of Alpine herbs. While tannic, the wine is surprisingly forward.",Sarmassa,55,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Brezza 2009 Sarmassa (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brezza-2009-sarmassa-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Brezza 7,Dessert,Germany,"Savory, rather austere aromas of fresh herbs, lemon and honeycomb belie the intensity of sweet, rich tangerine and peach preserves on this decadent, yet light-as-a-feather Beerenauslese. Tart, citrus acidity extends the orange marmalade finish. Enjoy now for it's ethereal juiciness, or hold back a decade or two to deepen its waxy, honeyed tones.",Kiedrich Gräfenberg Beerenauslese,322,94,Rheingau,,,Robert Weil 2010 Kiedrich Gräfenberg Beerenauslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-weil-2010-kiedrich-grafenberg-beerenauslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Robert Weil 13.5,White,Austria,"A high altitude vineyard yields a cool feeling wine that's very crisp and fragrant. Concentrated and full, it has great acidity, fruitiness and spice all blending together. This is a dense wine with singular intensity that needs time, so give it 3–5 years. Screwcap.",Berg Erste Lage Reserve,56,94,Traisental,,,Markus Huber 2011 Berg Erste Lage Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Traisental),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2011-berg-erste-lage-reserve-gruner-veltliner-traisental/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Markus Huber 14.9,Red,US,"This is tight as a drum on first taste, as Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon can often be. Sourced entirely from Klipsun and Ciel du Cheval vineyards, and made in limited quantities, it could be considered Mark Ryan's reserve, though it is not labeled as such. It is built for the long term, and will require decanting if you are drinking it early. There is a core of tightly-wound cherry fruit, a strong mineral base, excellent focus and impressive length.",Lonely Heart,80,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2010 Lonely Heart Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2010-lonely-heart-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Mark Ryan ,White,Germany,"Smoky and earthy on the nose, this remarkably complex Beerenauslese highlights bright, sunny stonefruit flavors with layers of minerality. It's delightfully flinty, but lip-smackingly honeyed as well. Finishes briskly with a delicate saline note.",Bernkasteler Badstube Beerenauslese,50,94,Mosel,,,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 2011 Bernkasteler Badstube Beerenauslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-heidemanns-bergweiler-2011-bernkasteler-badstube-beerenauslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 14,Red,Italy,"Even in difficult vintages like 2009 this winery produces outstanding Barolos. This has aromas of rosea and irises along with berries, Alpine herbs and baking spices. The palate offers a core of rich black cherry, white pepper and clove, along with firm but elegant tannins. Drink 2015–2024. Imported by Masciarelli Wine Co, Moonlight Wine Co.",Cannubi,60,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Fenocchio 2009 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-fenocchio-2009-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Giacomo Fenocchio 14,Red,Italy,"Cascina delle Rose is one of the denomination's brightest gems and its Rio Sordo is a textbook Barbaresco. It has an alluring and multifaceted bouquet of lilac, violet and wisteria, along with hints of spice, truffle and earth. The palate is focused, with intense cherry and spice notes balanced by firm but fine tannins and freshness. It already shows ample complexity and will age beautifully.",Rio Sordo,50,94,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina delle Rose 2010 Rio Sordo (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-delle-rose-2010-rio-sordo-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Cascina delle Rose ,Red,Italy,"This classically crafted Barolo has a balsamic fragrance of eucalyptus, thyme and bay leaf, with hints of rose and leather. The palate delivers wild cherry and mint flavors that show layers of depth. With its firm, ripe tannins and fresh acidity, this is already enjoyable, but will age well for a decade or more.",Ravera,80,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cagliero 2009 Ravera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cagliero-2009-ravera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Cagliero 14.5,Red,US,"A five-grape Bordeaux-style blend from the estate vineyard, this has lovely aromatics, as well as firm yet supple tannins. The black fruits are dotted with details of licorice, black tea and coffee. It's smooth and balanced through the lengthy finish, and continues to improve overnight, suggesting it also has serious aging potential.",Perigee Estate Seven Hills Vineyard,50,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2010 Perigee Estate Seven Hills Vineyard Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2010-perigee-estate-seven-hills-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,L'Ecole No. 41 14,Red,Italy,"This fragrant Barolo is earthy yet polished, with scents of berry, underbrush and leather as well as undertones of herbs and a hint of coffee. The palate delivers bright cherry flavors, notes of white pepper, truffle and soothing mint. This is young, but already shows poise.",Preda Sarmassa,80,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Virna Borgogno 2009 Preda Sarmassa (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virna-borgogno-2009-preda-sarmassa-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Virna Borgogno 14,Red,Italy,"This classically styled Barolo has hallmark Nebbiolo scents of rose, violet, spice, leather and forest floor. The creamy palate delivers wild cherry flavors, layered with spice, mint, licorice and eucalyptus notes. It's well balanced, fresh and structured. While it's already enjoyable, drink it after 2018 for more complexity.",Ca' Mia,90,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Brovia 2009 Ca' Mia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brovia-2009-ca-mia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Brovia 14.5,Red,Italy,"This elegant Barolo from Verduno's famed Monvigliero hill shows plenty of character. It has layers of dark cherry, white pepper, mint, spice and chocolate. This has a wonderful creamy, silky texture and is just loaded with finesse. It's already very enjoyable.",Monvigliero,75,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Paolo Scavino 2009 Monvigliero (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-scavino-2009-monvigliero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Paolo Scavino 14,Red,France,"This revival of a medieval practice of heating the grapes before fermentation giving an almost black color has produced a wine that has dried fruit aromas, intense and chewy black fruits on the palate and layer upon layer of tannins interspersing the fruit. Obviously a wine of this power needs many years—10 and more.",The New Black Wine,70,94,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2010 The New Black Wine Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2010-new-black-wine-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Jean-Luc Baldès 13.5,White,US,"What a roll Phelps has been on these past few cool vintages in this, its far Sonoma Coast vineyard. The wine is bright in mouthwatering acidity, and tantalizing, with a subtle vein of lime, golden mango, orange zest and honeysuckle. Firm minerals are enriched by toasty oak. The alcohol is moderate. As delicious as this wine is, it should develop nicely over the next 5–6 years.",Freestone Vineyards Estate Grown,55,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Joseph Phelps 2011 Freestone Vineyards Estate Grown Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2011-freestone-estate-grown-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Joseph Phelps 13,White,Austria,"An immensely young, this is a very concentrated wine bursting with spice and aromatic white fruits. There is a sense of unleashed power as well as great fruitiness that is still developing. It's a great wine with a great future over 5–7 years and more. Screwcap.",Zöbing Heiligenstein Erste Lage Reserve,,94,Kamptal,,,Hirsch 2011 Zöbing Heiligenstein Erste Lage Reserve Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hirsch-2011-zobing-heiligenstein-erste-lage-reserve-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2011,Hirsch 14.1,Red,US,"A fabulous Pinot Noir. It's enormously complex, in the way of Keefer Ranch, with tart flavors of sour cherries, pomegranates and cranberries that indicate the cool vintage. There's also lots of zesty acidity, and the finish is spicy and incredibly long. Savory and succulent now, but it really needs time. Best after 2017.",Keefer Ranch,48,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Freeman 2011 Keefer Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freeman-2011-keefer-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Freeman ,Red,US,"A lovely Cabernet, smoky and rich, tannic and elegant, with the complexity and concentration that define Mount Veeder. With its smooth, velvety texture, cassis liqueur and new oak flavors, it's as flashy as anything out there. The winemaker has done a great job of blending in Malbec and Petit Verdot to create a Cabernet of compelling interest. Drink now–2020.",Reserve,80,94,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Mount Veeder 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-veeder-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Mount Veeder 14.5,Red,Italy,"Despite the excessively hot vintage, this is a compelling riserva from one of La Morra's top vineyards, crafted by a master Barolo maker. The fragrance shows ripe plum and floral notes, while the palate delivers ripe black fruit laced with cinnamon and Alpine herbs. With its lovely depth and balance, this is almost ready now.",Rocche dell'Annunziata Riserva,200,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Paolo Scavino 2007 Rocche dell'Annunziata Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-scavino-2007-rocche-dellannunziata-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Paolo Scavino 14,Red,Italy,"This rich Barolo shows ripe plum and prune, forest floor and truffle, layered with well-integrated oak, roasted coffee bean, chocolate and licorice. Reflecting the forward character of the vintage, it has very ripe, refined tannins and is already enjoyable.",Cannubi Boschis,95,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Sandrone 2009 Cannubi Boschis (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luciano-sandrone-2009-cannubi-boschis-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Sandrone 14.5,Red,Australia,"With only 10 cases imported to the U.S., one suspects that this terrific wine will largely be found in exclusive restaurants. If you can find a bottle at a reasonable markup, jump on it, for this is one of Victoria's finest Shirazes. Hickory smoke, espresso and herbal notes accent raspberry fruit, whose brightness gives the wine extra lift and dimension. It's creamy and lushly textured without ever seeming heavy, and boasts a long, silky finish that echoes with suggestions of cocoa powder and pulverized coffee beans. Drink now–2025.",Warner Vineyard,100,94,Victoria,Victoria,,Giaconda 2008 Warner Vineyard Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giaconda-2008-warner-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,2008,Giaconda 14,White,Austria,"A very young wine, this is still quite reticent at this stage. It is structured and austere with intense minerality and acidity. Complex on the palate, it's laced with wood, green fruits and a slowly evolving richness. This wine will need many years to develop fully, so give it at least six.",Leithagebirge,38,94,Burgenland,,,Kollwentz 2011 Leithagebirge Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kollwentz-2011-leithagebirge-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2011,Kollwentz 13.8,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet, delightful to drink now and ageable. It offers a peacock's tail of sweet blackberries, cassis and dark, bitter chocolate, with oaky complications. Balance is steadfastly maintained through a structural triad of low alcohol, soft tannins and a gentle scour of acidity. Now–2020.",Stone Vineyard,65,94,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hawkes 2008 Stone Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkes-2008-stone-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Hawkes 14.5,Red,Italy,"This single-vineyard Barbaresco from the hallowed Santo Stefano hill shows its pedigree with alluring fragrances of violet, rose, iris and forest floor. The palate impresses with a core of ripe wild cherry and raspberry, along with notes of white pepper and cinnamon. Fresh acidity and bracing but elegant tannins mark it as still young and primary, with a perfect structure for aging.",Albesani Santo Stefano,65,94,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Castello di Neive 2010 Albesani Santo Stefano (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-neive-2010-albesani-santo-stefano-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Castello di Neive 13.5,White,France,"A beautiful wine: the subtle wood aging points up the rich pear and apricot fruit. It has richness and a fine balance between fruit, structure and the elegant acidity that lifts the wine. It's still young and will be best after at least 4–5 years of aging.",,50,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de France 2011 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-france-2011-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château de France 14,Red,Italy,"This traditionally crafted Barolo presents a gorgeous bouquet of dried rose petal, violet and truffle with hints of forest floor and leather. The palate delivers juicy wild cherry and berry flavors, layered with mint and balsamic herbs and shows great depth and balance. It is loaded with finesse, and with time will develop even more complexity.",Cannubi San Lorenzo Ravera,120,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giuseppe Rinaldi 2009 Cannubi San Lorenzo Ravera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-rinaldi-2009-cannubi-san-lorenzo-ravera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Giuseppe Rinaldi 14.5,Red,Italy,"From one of Barolo's most celebrated vineyards, this elegant wine offers layers of delicious ripe cherry, cinnamon, white pepper and herb flavors. It also possesses remarkable depth and freshness for the vintage, and while it is already enjoyable, it will develop more complexity over the next decade.",Monvigliero,68,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Fratelli Alessandria 2009 Monvigliero (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-alessandria-2009-monvigliero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Fratelli Alessandria 12.5,White,US,"As consistent as ever, this is sleek and stylish, with complex, layered flavors of citrus rind, citrus flesh and delicate tropical fruits. There are further highlights of honeycomb and dried apricot, and mouth-pleasing, underlying minerality.",Lewis Estate Vineyard,20,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2011 Lewis Estate Vineyard Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2011-lewis-estate-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2011,Dunham 14,Red,Italy,"This stunning Barolo hails from the village of Verduno. Its gorgeous floral fragrance features balsamic herbs and orange peel. The palate is rich but elegant, with sweet black cherry fruit layered with spice and a hint of vanilla. It's silky smooth already, but will gain more complexity over the next few years.",Acclivi,55,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Comm. G. B. Burlotto 2009 Acclivi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comm-g-b-burlotto-2009-acclivi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Comm. G. B. Burlotto 15,Red,Australia,"This is a terrifically full-bodied, lush Shiraz that nevertheless retains a sense of balance and freshness. Vaguely minty, herbal notes make a brief appearance, then give way to raspberry and blueberry fruit. Savory hints creep in on the palate, further increasing its appeal. This blend of fruit from the Barossa and Eden valleys should drink well through at least 2020.",The Struie,50,94,South Australia,Barossa,,Torbreck 2010 The Struie Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torbreck-2010-struie-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2010,Torbreck 14.2,Red,US,"A blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah, this is right up there with the best of Maison Bleue for a southern-Rhône-style blend from Washington. Lovely aromatics introduce a forward, fruit-powered wine loaded with scents and flavors of ripe cherries and plums. The red fruits are enhanced with hints of tobacco and mineral, but the lollipop fruit core is what captivates through a long finish.",La Fraternité,20,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kevin White 2011 La Fraternité Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kevin-white-2011-fraternite-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Kevin White 12.9,Red,US,"Sheldon's Roma's Vineyard Pinot Noir is exquisite. Very light in color (and alcohol level at 12.9 percent), it opens with gorgeous raspberry and violet aromas. Fully satisfying from start to finish, it has a lush mouthfeel, cherry spice high tones and a long, easy finish that will tempt you to want more. This is a beautiful wine. Only 60 cases made.",Roma's Vineyard,48,94,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Sheldon 2011 Roma's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldon-2011-romas-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Sheldon 6.5,Dessert,Germany,"Whiffs of orange blossoms add delicate floral flair to sweet marmalade and honey tones on this penetrating dessert Riesling. While creamy and sweet on the tongue, earthy mineral tones and piercing acidity add balance and structure. It's delicious now, but certainly an age-worthy wine that will develop gorgeously over the next two decades at least.",Beerenauslese,200,94,Rheingau,,,Schloss Vollrads 2010 Beerenauslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-vollrads-2010-beerenauslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Schloss Vollrads 9,Dessert,Austria,"Just pouring this wine reveals its opulent character. It has intense richness and equally intense acidity that hides behind the honeyed, tropical fruit of the wine. It has a sense of texture as well, with intense minerality in the midst of richness. At the end, the acidity comes through strongly and promises a decade or more of aging.",Trockenbeerenauslese,,94,Niederösterreich,,,Schloss Gobelsburg 2011 Trockenbeerenauslese Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-gobelsburg-2011-trockenbeerenauslese-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2011,Schloss Gobelsburg 14.3,Red,US,"Expensive, yes, but defines the soft, luxurious modern style of extreme deliciousness. Made with a drop of Petit Verdot that seems to add depth, the wine is fantastically rich in blackberry, blueberry and cherry jam, chocolate and sweet oak. The tannins are a wonder, and there's just enough acidity to give a balanced tang. Will it age? Yes, but for how long is the question. Beautiful now and through 2019.",,200,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M by Michael Mondavi 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-by-michael-mondavi-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,M by Michael Mondavi 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Barbaresco offers quintessential Nebbiolo aromas of red rose, leather and berry along with succulent cherry and raspberry flavors layered with spice, sage and Alpine herbs. It's wonderfully balanced, with bracing but fine tannins and fresh acidity, and will develop additional complexity with more bottle age.",Sanadaive,28,94,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Adriano Marco & Vittorio 2010 Sanadaive (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adriano-marco-vittorio-2010-sanadaive-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Adriano Marco & Vittorio 7,Dessert,Germany,"The faintest whiff of petrol adds a seductive mineral tone to bright, sweet honeyed peach and candied orange-peel notes on this penetrating Riesling. The palate bristles with acidity, intensifying juicy citrus flavors on the finish.",Bernkasteler Badstube Beerenauslese,50,94,Mosel,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2010 Bernkasteler Badstube Beerenauslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2010-bernkasteler-badstube-beerenauslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 14.1,White,US,"Another terrific 2011 Chardonnay from the winery. Grower Steve Dutton and winemaker Dan Goldfield together have negotiated the ups and downs of the chilly vintage to produce a crisp, smooth, elegant and, above all, delicious wine. It's elaborate in oak-influenced lemons, tropical fruits and sweet nectarines, with racy acidity that makes the mouth water. Drink now–2017.",Dutton Ranch Walker Hill Vineyard,50,94,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2011 Dutton Ranch Walker Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2011-ranch-walker-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Dutton-Goldfield 14,Red,Italy,"From one of Barolo's top traditional producers, this riserva has a mesmerizing and balsamic fragrance of underbrush, violet, truffle and a whiff of leather. The palate is loaded with ripe black cherry flavors layered with herbs, spice and mint. The tannins are big and chewy, adding to the fantastic length. Imported by Masciarelli Wine Co, Moonlight Wine Co.",Bussia Riserva,75,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Fenocchio 2007 Bussia Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-fenocchio-2007-bussia-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giacomo Fenocchio 14.5,Red,Italy,"Gaja's classic Barbaresco is gorgeous in 2010, showing an intense perfume of violet, earth and ripe red fruits punctuated by balsamic notes. The palate delivers rich wild cherry notes layered with mint, cinnamon and eucalyptus. This is structured and elegant and will develop more complexity over time. Drink this after 2018.",,255,95,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Gaja 2010 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaja-2010-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Gaja 13,Red,France,"An expressive wine, with solid, dense and powerful tannins. With a spicy, leathery, dry textured feel, and perfumed fruits supporting it, this is a wine for the seriously long-term. It is black and solid, an impressive evocation of the structure of great Malbec in Cahors. Keep for at least eight years.",K-2,60,95,Southwest France,Cahors,,Clos Troteligotte 2011 K-2 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-troteligotte-2011-k-2-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Clos Troteligotte 14.5,Red,France,"From the sun-drenched third terrace of vines above the river Lot, this magnificent wine is the star of the three single-parcel wines from Jean-Luc Baldès. It has the densest texture, very firm, concentrated and dark. Spice, coffee and blackberry flavors are all finely integrated; this wine will age for at least a decade.",Clos Triguedina Les Galets,60,95,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2010 Clos Triguedina Les Galets Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2010-clos-triguedina-galets-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Jean-Luc Baldès 13.5,White,Austria,"So ripe and full in the mouth, this is a beautiful wine. It has great layers of spice, yellow fruits, and refreshing acidity and concentration. Dense and multidimensional, it's both a mineral and fruit driven wine. This needs good aging over 4–6 years.",Renner Erste Lage Reserve,,95,Kamptal,,,Schloss Gobelsburg 2011 Renner Erste Lage Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-gobelsburg-2011-renner-erste-lage-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Schloss Gobelsburg 13,White,Austria,"This is an impressively rich, ripe wine that maintains great swathes of fresh pear and apple flavors. It is dense on the palate, with a powerful mineral and steel expression to pair with the opulent texture and rounded aftertaste. Should develop well over at least five years.",Loibner Oberhauser Smaragd,,95,Wachau,,,F X Pichler 2012 Loibner Oberhauser Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/f-x-pichler-2012-loibner-oberhauser-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2012,F X Pichler 14,Red,Italy,"This gorgeous, single-vineyard Barbaresco has an enticing Nebbiolo perfume of forest floor, Alpine herbs, ripe berry, truffle and a hint of leather. The palate delivers cherry notes sprinkled with spice, and shows great depth and balance. It's elegant and already shows mesmerizing complexity.",Tre Stelle,60,95,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina delle Rose 2010 Tre Stelle (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-delle-rose-2010-tre-stelle-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Cascina delle Rose 14,Red,Italy,"This is a stunning wine with intense floral scents of iris, violet and rose layered with hints of mint and coffee. The palate is rich and vibrant, with a core of black cherry wrapped in cinnamon and spice. This is superbly balanced, elegant and structured. Enjoyable now, this will also age well.",Le Vigne,90,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Sandrone 2009 Le Vigne (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luciano-sandrone-2009-le-vigne-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Sandrone 14.5,Red,Italy,"This producer has made an outstanding Barolo 2009—no easy feat in this vintage. This bottling is made from top vineyards in Barolo and La Morra. It has a gorgeous bouquet of rose, leather and a whiff of tar. The palate delivers a hint of carob, spice and succulent black cherry notes. Impeccably balanced, this is elegant and complex. A textbook Barolo.",,120,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cantina Bartolo Mascarello 2009 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-bartolo-mascarello-2009-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Cantina Bartolo Mascarello 15.1,Red,Australia,"These blends are traditional in Australia—they're just rarely this good. The 26% Cabernet gives great backbone and a sense of restraint to the wine, which might otherwise seem overdone or sloppy. Instead, there's a blend of blueberry and cassis fruit, Port-like spices and a long, dusty finish. Drink 2015–2025, possibly beyond.",Anaperenna,80,95,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Glaetzer 2010 Anaperenna Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glaetzer-2010-anaperenna-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Glaetzer 14.5,Red,Italy,"This polished and structured Barolo presents rich fruit and floral scents of black cherry, plum and rose. The dark fruit and spice flavors layered with eucalyptus and balsamic notes are delicious. It's still young, with bracing but ripe tannins that need to soften, but this already shows great complexity.",Bric dël Fiasc,118,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Paolo Scavino 2009 Bric dël Fiasc (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-scavino-2009-bric-fiasc-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Paolo Scavino 7.5,Dessert,Germany,"Rich, sweet honey mingles with spicy dried orange-peel and wax notes on this delectably creamy, marmalade-laden TBA. The palate brims with lusciously sweet preserved-peach flavors balanced by piercing citrus acidity and a long honey-kissed finish. Stunning now, but what a joy to keep for the next decade or two.",Kiedrich Turmberg Trockenbeerenauslese,672,95,Rheingau,,,Robert Weil 2010 Kiedrich Turmberg Trockenbeerenauslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-weil-2010-kiedrich-turmberg-trockenbeerenauslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Robert Weil ,Red,Italy,"This gorgeous Barolo offers a fragrance of dried rose petal and cherry along with balsamic notes, leather and freshly turned soil. The palate delivers rich red cherry, white pepper, clove and carob nuances. It's structured, elegant and beautifully balanced by fresh acidity and firm but elegant tannins. It will continue to develop more complexity over the next decade.",,,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Luigi Oddero & Figli 2009 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-oddero-figli-2009-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Luigi Oddero & Figli 14.1,Red,US,"Cabernet hardly gets richer or riper than this. The wine offers a huge blast of ripe and concentrated blackberries, cherries, cassis and mocha. The tannins are dense, yet soft and rich, while the acidity is just strong enough to support the structure. What a beauty. Lovely to drink now, and will develop over the next 10-plus years.",Estate Grown Cave Fermented,130,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jarvis 2007 Estate Grown Cave Fermented Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-2007-estate-grown-cave-fermented-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Jarvis 14.5,Red,Italy,"Arione shows its Serralunga d'Alba pedigree via classic aromas of black cherry, leather, truffle and rose petal. The palate delivers lush wild-cherry flavors and hints of truffle, mint and the vineyard's hallmark licorice. It's beautifully balanced, with firm but ripe tannins and just enough freshness, and is simply a gorgeous Barolo.",Arione,49,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gigi Rosso 2009 Arione (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gigi-rosso-2009-arione-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Gigi Rosso 15.1,Red,Australia,"Despite this wine's weight and richness, it retains a superb sense of balance and structure. Firm acids and tannins support the blueberry fruit, while savory notes of mocha and roasted meat provide added dimension. Give it a few years in the cellar and drink it from 2015–2025.",Amon-Ra Unfiltered,110,96,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Glaetzer 2010 Amon-Ra Unfiltered Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glaetzer-2010-amon-ra-unfiltered-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2010,Glaetzer 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a stunning and vibrant Barolo that defies the heat of the vintage thanks to 47-year-old vines, amazing terroir and noninvasive winemaking. It shows floral aromas of violet layered with spice and truffle, while the palate delivers rich wild cherry, mint and cinnamon. This already shows excellent complexity, but it's still young. Drink after 2022.",Vignolo Riserva,98,97,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cavallotto 2007 Vignolo Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavallotto-2007-vignolo-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cavallotto 14,Red,Italy,"This superb single-vineyard bottling from the heart of Bussia was macerated on the skins for a whopping 90 days. It's a breathtaking expression of Barolo, with intense Nebbiolo scents of rose, truffle and leather. The palate shows vibrant black cherry, truffle, spice, carob, pastry cream and balsamic herb notes and has remarkable depth and complexity. This is already fantastic and will age well for decades. Imported by Masciarelli Wine Co, Moonlight Wine Co.",Bussia 90 Dì,80,97,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Fenocchio 2008 Bussia 90 Dì (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-fenocchio-2008-bussia-90-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2008,Giacomo Fenocchio 13.9,White,Argentina,"This Chard is gold in color, with mushy, oxidized aromas of honeyed peach and apple. The palate feels flabby while flavors of vanilla follow on the finish.",Calathus Roble,22,80,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Finca Don Carlos 2011 Calathus Roble Chardonnay (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-don-carlos-2011-calathus-roble-chardonnay-uco-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Finca Don Carlos 13,White,Spain,"Verdejo and oak is not a marriage made in heaven. This is gold in color, with oxidized aromas of vegetal white fruits and apple cider. With airing it becomes more resiny and woody but not better. Finishes a bit chunky, flat and cidery.",Pie Franco Fermentado en Barrica,35,80,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Blanco Nieva 2009 Pie Franco Fermentado en Barrica Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blanco-nieva-2009-pie-franco-fermentado-en-barrica-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Blanco Nieva 19,Dessert,US,There's little going on in this wine beyond sugary sweetness and high alcohol. There's a hint of chocolate and blackberry.,DeLuz,45,80,California,California Other,California,Casa Tiene Vista NV DeLuz Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-tiene-vista-nv-deluz-red-other/,Red Blend,,Casa Tiene Vista 13,White,Argentina,"Nobody ever said Argentina was Pinot Grigio country. This wine is yellow in color, with aromas of haystack and wheat. There's acidity to keep it upright, but flavors of briny citrus do little to bring it around.",Lote 44,12,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Cuarto Dominio 2012 Lote 44 Pinot Grigio (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-cuarto-dominio-2012-lote-44-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-mendoza/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Bodega Cuarto Dominio 12,White,Spain,"Baked-apple aromas are not in accordance with an acidic palate that's stalky yet oxidized in flavor. Acidity gives the finish lift, but the balance and flavor profile are subpar.",Amadeo,11,80,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodega Beleluin 2011 Amadeo Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-beleluin-2011-amadeo-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2011,Bodega Beleluin ,White,US,"This Chardonnay has dilute peach, citrus and vegetal flavors.",City Lights,16,80,California,California Other,California,Casa Tiene Vista 2012 City Lights Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-tiene-vista-2012-city-lights-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Casa Tiene Vista 14,Red,Argentina,"A saucy, tomatoey nose suggests stewed red fruits and salad dressing. In the mouth, this Cab-Syrah blend is heavy and stalky, with herbal flavors that finish weedy.",Pietro Marini,19,81,Other,Salta,,Bodega El Transito 2008 Pietro Marini Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-el-transito-2008-pietro-marini-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-salta/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2008,Bodega El Transito 15.2,Red,US,"Overripe, with raisin and prune flavors that finish sweet, hot and bitter in tannins.",Buck Hill Vineyard,30,81,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Cellars 33 2010 Buck Hill Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cellars-33-2010-buck-hill-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Cellars 33 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"The earthy, mushroomy bouquet on this Cava suggests a savory sauce. The palate is foamy and coarse, with flavors of barbecue sauce and citrus fruits.",Cristalino Rosé Brut,10,81,Catalonia,Cava,,Jaume Serra NV Cristalino Rosé Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaume-serra-nv-cristalino-rose-brut-sparkling-cava-172506/,Sparkling Blend,,Jaume Serra 13,Red,US,"Drink this sharp, sweetish Merlot if someone gives it to you at a barbecue and don't complain. Put extra ketchup on the burger and enjoy.",,9,81,California,California Other,California,Happy Camper 2011 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-camper-2011-merlot-other/,Merlot,2011,Happy Camper 13.5,Red,Italy,This opens with aromas of oak and roasted coffee bean along with pungent whiffs of farm animals. The palate offers a sour cherry flavor and bitterly astringent tannins.,,23,81,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Selvole 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-selvole-2010-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Castello di Selvole 13.9,Red,US,"Feels harsh and angular in the mouth, with overripe raisin flavors. Not going anywhere.",Blackbird,30,81,California,California Other,California,Casa Tiene Vista 2010 Blackbird Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-tiene-vista-2010-blackbird-merlot-other/,Merlot,2010,Casa Tiene Vista 12.5,White,Spain,"Peach and tangerine aromas are modest and inoffensive. The mouthfeel is flat and flabby, while flavors of stone fruits and citrus are green and stalky. A bland, peachy, chunky finish offers little help.",,12,82,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Finca Antigua 2011 Viura (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-antigua-2011-spanish-white-viura-mancha/,Viura,2011,Finca Antigua 13.5,Red,US,"Thin and harsh, especially for a Napa Merlot, with tough tannins and flavors of pepper and black currants.",,18,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominican Oaks 2011 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominican-oaks-2011-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2011,Dominican Oaks 13.5,Red,US,"Soft and dull, with simple blackberry Lifesaver candy flavors that let the heat from alcohol show through.",,20,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominican Oaks 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominican-oaks-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Dominican Oaks 13.6,Red,US,"Thin and soft, with watered-down blackberry and raisin flavors, and a sweet veneer of oak.",City Lights,16,82,California,California Other,California,Casa Tiene Vista 2010 City Lights Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-tiene-vista-2010-city-lights-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Casa Tiene Vista 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,The petillance is faint on this Cava. Aromas of sweat and bread introduce flavors of pink grapefruit and tart apple. An abrasive mouthfeel delivers generic citrus flavors.,Cristalino Extra-Dry,10,82,Catalonia,Cava,,Jaume Serra NV Cristalino Extra-Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaume-serra-nv-cristalino-extra-dry-sparkling-cava-172504/,Sparkling Blend,,Jaume Serra 13.5,Red,US,"A rustic, everyday Cabernet, with enough blackberry and oak flavors to pass. It's rough in the mouth, with jagged tannins and an ashy note that's weird.",,25,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Wine Spots 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-spots-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Wine Spots 14.5,Red,US,"Smells and tastes overripe, with raisin and prune flavors. Not up to this winery's usual standards.",Lot 345,24,82,California,Napa,Rutherford,Cameron Hughes 2010 Lot 345 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2010-lot-345-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Cameron Hughes 13.5,Red,US,"This spicy wine is fine to drink now with everyday fare. It's smoothly tannic, with sugar berry-cherry and sweet oak flavors.",,12,82,California,California Other,California,Mirassou 2011 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2011-merlot-other/,Merlot,2011,Mirassou 14,Red,Italy,"This shows rustic sensations of overripe black fruit, animal and hints of barnyard that contrast with harsh and astringent tannins.",,18,82,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fattoria Carpineta Fontalpino 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-carpineta-fontalpino-2010-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Fattoria Carpineta Fontalpino 13.5,Red,Spain,"Jammy, herbal aromas come with a note of orange peel. The palate feels choppy and rough, while flavors of medicinal red berry and herbal influences end in a light, candied, green-tasting finish.",Tempranillo-Garnacha-Syrah,9,82,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Las Valles 2011 Tempranillo-Garnacha-Syrah Red (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-valles-2011-tempranillo-garnacha-syrah-tempranillo-blend-carinena/,Tempranillo Blend,2011,Las Valles 13.5,Red,US,"Thin and harsh, with punchy acidity punctuating sour blackberry candy and oak-like notes.",,15,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Lockwood 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Lockwood 15.2,Red,US,"Rough around the edges, hot in alcohol and sweet in raisins on the finish. All that makes it a rustic Cabernet. Drink now with BBQ, Mexican food.",Lakeside Ranch,19,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bianchi 2010 Lakeside Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2010-lakeside-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Bianchi 12.5,White,US,"Not much going on in this soft wine. It has citrus fruit, green grass and herb flavors.",,7,82,California,California Other,California,Camelot NV Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camelot-nv-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,,Camelot 12.5,White,US,"This is a simple, easygoing white wine, with ripe flavors of apricots and oranges. It has just enough acidity to get by.",Coastal Series,18,82,California,California Other,California,Arrow Creek 2012 Coastal Series Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrow-creek-2012-coastal-series-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Arrow Creek 13,White,Argentina,"Apple and tropical aromas fail to hold up to airing. This is flabby and also citrusy in the mouth, with pithy citrus and passion fruit flavors. On the finish, an onion-like green flavor rises up.",,13,82,Mendoza Province,,,Alfredo Roca 2012 Chardonnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfredo-roca-2012-chardonnay-san-rafael/,Chardonnay,2012,Alfredo Roca 14.3,Red,US,"There's a vegetal note that really mars this Pinot Noir. Tastes like it was made from a bunch of lots picked up here and there, thrown in some oak, and bottled.",Riviera,21,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Pali 2011 Riviera Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2011-riviera-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Pali 14.5,Red,Spain,"Leathery aromas of raisin and horse hide are shaky. This is thick, grabby and a touch cloying, with baked, medicinal flavors of black fruits and blueberry. A minty, herbal finish feels sticky.",Oak Aged,11,82,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Mureda 2011 Oak Aged Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mureda-2011-oak-aged-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2011,Mureda ,White,Argentina,"Resiny oak aromas control the nose on this awkward, heavy white blend. There's some citric acidity to maintain a sense of vitality, but salty flavors of nectarine and orange are O.K. at best.",Reserve,17,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cueva de las Manos 2011 Reserve White (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cueva-las-manos-2011-reserve-white-mendoza/,White Blend,2011,Cueva de las Manos ,Red,Argentina,"Lightly stewed, tomatoey aromas belie how angular and acidic this Malbec is. Sharp is the word that best describes the mouthfeel, while tart plum and currant flavors finish with drawing acidity.",Grand Reserve,15,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2010 Grand Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2010-grand-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Cruz Alta 14.5,Red,US,"The chilly vintage in the cool Russian River Valley conspired to make this wine unripe. It has green mint and asparagus flavors, only partially relieved by some blackberry Lifesaver candy fruit.",,39,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Stephen & Walker 2011 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-walker-2011-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Stephen & Walker ,Red,US,There's a burnt toast quality on the nose of this otherwise soft Barbera and a lingering aftertaste of that same toast.,Bellezza Fra,25,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sorelle Winery 2011 Bellezza Fra Barbera (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorelle-winery-2011-bellezza-fra-barbera-central-valley-lodi/,Barbera,2011,Sorelle Winery 14.4,Red,US,Unripe vegetal flavors mar this Zinfandel. There's an asparagus note to the blackberries that interferes with your enjoyment.,,14,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Zinsane 2010 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zinsane-2010-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2010,Zinsane 13.8,Red,US,"Beginning to dry out with age, with the berry flavors fading to reveal alcohol and herbs. Drink up.",Heritage Selection,26,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Pat Paulsen Vineyards 2009 Heritage Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pat-paulsen-2009-heritage-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Pat Paulsen Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"While this Cab is basically okay, it's thin in flavor, which leaves that sharp Arroyo Seco acidity to star. It's also a little hot because there's so little fruit to modify the alcohol.",,18,82,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Jekel 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Jekel 14.5,Red,Italy,"This has somewhat acrid aromas of animal and farmyard, while the palate offers a very ripe plum flavor that's just short of being overripe, as well as vanilla and chocolate sensations. It finishes on a bitter note.",,22,83,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Rignana 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rignana-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Rignana 13.5,White,Spain,"This is a wiry, scratchy wine with generic red-fruit and mild green aromas. A grabby, hard palate contains soft berry and plum flavors. A finish of carob, herbal notes and oaky spice is an adquate ending.",Roble,7,83,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Príncipe de Viana 2011 Roble Tempranillo (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-viana-2011-roble-tempranillo-navarra/,Tempranillo,2011,Príncipe de Viana 13.5,White,Argentina,"A yellow color and a buttery, waxy nose suggest a wine on the decline. However, there's spritz to the mouthfeel, where you get flavors of blanched almond and baked apple. A nutty, weighty finish is the final act.",Reserve,18,83,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2012 Reserve Chardonnay-Pinot Gris (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2012-reserve-white-blend-chardonnay-pinot-gris-tupungato/,Chardonnay-Pinot Gris,2012,Domaine Jean Bousquet 14.2,Red,Argentina,"This Malbec-led blend is a challenge. Leathery and stalky on the nose, then edgy and tomatoey on the palate. On the finish, it's stewy, herbal and salty. This wine shows a rugged, hot side and not enough clarity.",Gran Corte,20,83,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Amalaya 2010 Gran Corte Malbec (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amalaya-2010-gran-corte-malbec-calchaqui-valley/,Malbec,2010,Amalaya 13,Red,US,"A light wine, in color, texture and flavor. It has simple blackberry and oak flavors, and is priced right.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,Happy Camper 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-camper-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Happy Camper 12,White,Spain,"This is the epitome of an innocuous white wine. Modest cantaloupe aromas lead to a rudimentary palate with mealy grapefruit and stone-fruit flavors. A chalky, stony finish is simple ad straightforward.",Capa Rota,11,83,Levante,Yecla,,La Purísima 2011 Capa Rota Macabeo (Yecla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/purisima-2011-capa-rota-spanish-white-macabeo-yecla/,Macabeo,2011,La Purísima 14.5,Red,Italy,"This wine shows both sweet and bitter sensations that include ripe fruit aromas along with rustic farmyard notes. The palate shows overripe plum and vanilla extract framed by green, bitter tannins.",,30,83,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,La Porta di Vertine 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porta-vertine-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,La Porta di Vertine 13,Red,Argentina,"his wine is being produced at 57,000 cases, and this vintage shows distinct aromas of green herbs and tomato. In the mouth, it rings with acidity such that raspberry and red-plum flavors taste sour. Tasted twice with similar results.",A Lisa,23,83,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 2011 A Lisa Malbec (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-noemia-patagonia-2011-a-lisa-malbec-rio-negro-valley/,Malbec,2011,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 14.5,Red,US,"A simple, everyday Cabernet, soft and sweet in blackberries, raisins and oak. Despite the problems, it's an easy wine to drink, and will satisfy plenty of Cab lovers.",,16,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Irony 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/irony-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Irony 12.5,White,Spain,"Powdery citrus aromas are mild yet friendly. In the mouth, this is both acidic and a touch sticky. Nutty, almondy flavors of stone fruits and bitterness finish with stalky notes of hay and stems.",,11,83,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Maitea 2012 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maitea-2012-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2012,Maitea 13.5,White,Argentina,"This Torrontés is fading. After aromas of air freshener and lychee, the wine feels heavy and clampy, with an oily character. Its tropical flavors are unimpressive, while the finish is round in feel but bitter in taste. Better to wait for the 2012, or even the 2013, to come around.",Estate,16,83,Other,Salta,,Doña Paula 2011 Estate Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2011-estate-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2011,Doña Paula 15.1,Red,US,"An intensely big-shouldered Syrah from high-elevation vineyards in the Foothills, with a swirl of black tea and very ripe black cherry and chocolate.",,40,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Euclid Wines 2010 Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/euclid-wines-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2010,Euclid Wines 14.6,White,US,"Sugary notes make this wine remniscent of a lemon-and-lime soda drink. It's oaky, with a bit of heat from unbalanced alcohol. A straightforward, simple wine for drinking now.",,26,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Grey Stack 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grey-stack-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Grey Stack 13,White,Portugal,"The powerful herbaceousness of Sauvignon Blanc dominates, giving a bitter character to this wine and leaving the gentle crispness of Arinto in its wake. Maybe a year will help.",,,83,Tejo,,,Casal do Conde 2012 White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casal-conde-2012-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2012,Casal do Conde 10.2,White,US,"Shows the flowery, honeyed notes of Riesling, with pleasant citrus, apple and peach flavors. It's a little soft, but will drink well with ham, sausages or just about anything with bacon.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 2012 Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-2012-riesling-other/,Riesling,2012,Forest Glen 13.5,White,US,"Modest flavors of peaches and limes characterize this bone-dry Chardonnay. It's clean, crisp in acidity, but too light to earn a better score.",,17,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominican Oaks 2012 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominican-oaks-2012-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Dominican Oaks 13.5,White,Argentina,"Peach and white-flower aromas forecast a fleshy, soft palate. Papaya and melon flavors are honeyed, but this finishes bland, with a vanilla note.",Alta,9,83,Other,Tulum Valley,,Callia 2012 Alta Torrontés (Tulum Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callia-2012-alta-torrontes-tulum-valley/,Torrontés,2012,Callia 13,Red,US,"Good, standard Cabernet, properly dry and full-bodied, with blackberry and cherry flavors. The price is okay for the quality.",,12,83,California,California Other,California,Mirassou 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Mirassou 12.5,White,Spain,"A maderized tint signals a wine in decline. Nectarine and mild citrus aromas lack edge or snap, while flavors of apple, melon and white grapefruit are showing oxidized characteristics.",Parra Jiménez,11,83,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Parra Family 2011 Parra Jiménez Verdejo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parra-family-2011-jimenez-spanish-white-verdejo-mancha/,Verdejo,2011,Parra Family 14,Red,Spain,"Blueberry, prune and beet aromas are mulchy and fail to improve with airing. The palate is medium in size and jammy, with green herb and leafy, stemmy berry flavors. There's a burning feel to the finish.",,10,83,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Real Compañia de Vinos 2012 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-compania-vinos-2012-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2012,Real Compañia de Vinos 13.5,White,US,Shows the crisp acidity and tangy citrus fruit flavors that make Pinot Grigio so popular. But it also has a tinge of effervescence.,,10,83,California,California Other,California,Discoveries 2011 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/discoveries-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Discoveries 12.5,White,Spain,"This Sauvignon Blanc is so intense it's almost too much to handle. Sharp aromas of nettle, juniper and passion fruit are expressive but also assaultive. The palate is round on one hand, but with shooting acidity, there's intensity to the flavor profile, which revolves around salt, bitterness and citrus flavors. A little funky and herbaceous.",,22,83,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Blanco Nieva 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blanco-nieva-2012-sauvignon-blanc-rueda/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Blanco Nieva 14,Red,Argentina,"Charred, leathery aromas include popcorn and black fruits. This is angular and high in acidity, while the flavors run salty and rubbery, with black-fruit notes. A strained, lightly herbal finish tastes like roasted tomato.",Reserve,11,83,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2011 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2011-reserve-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-san-juan/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2011,Finca Las Moras 14,Red,Italy,This wine shows plum and toasted oak sensations with hints of animal and barnyard. The palate offers overripe black fruit flavors along with astringent tannins that cut the finish short.,,23,83,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Poggio Bonelli 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-bonelli-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Poggio Bonelli 11,Sparkling,Spain,"This basic brut is yeasty on the nose. In the mouth, it's plump and heavy. Apple and pineapple flavors are mildly bitter and sulfuric on the finish.",Opera Prima Brut,8,83,Spain Other,Spain,,J. Garcia Carrion NV Opera Prima Brut Sparkling (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-garcia-carrion-nv-opera-prima-brut-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,J. Garcia Carrion 12.8,White,US,"An easy wine, with ripe citrus, apricot, apple and honey flavors, brightened by crisp acidity.",Tehachapi Clone,10,83,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 2011 Tehachapi Clone Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-2011-tehachapi-clone-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Forest Glen 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Light, dilute aromas of raspberry and cranberry come with a sweet accent of red-licorice rope. This feels sticky but shallow, while the flavors are candied. A gritty, somewhat bitter tasting and tannic finish is the closing act.",Picada 15,13,83,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega NQN 2011 Picada 15 Red (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-nqn-2011-picada-15-red-patagonia/,Red Blend,2011,Bodega NQN 12,Sparkling,France,"Auxerrois makes a rather vegetal sparkling wine, rustic in character and definitely an acquired taste. Somebody who enjoys beets might like this wine.",Clérotstein Brut,19,83,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Cave de Cleebourg NV Clérotstein Brut Pinot Auxerrois (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-cleebourg-nv-clerotstein-brut-pinot-blanc-auxerrois-cremant-dalsace/,Pinot Auxerrois,,Cave de Cleebourg 12.5,Red,Spain,"Red-fruit aromas lead the charge, but they come with a green, candied component. This is flabby in feel, with minty berry flavors and a modest finish.",,10,83,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Casa Solar 2011 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-solar-2011-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2011,Casa Solar 13,Red,Spain,"This modest Rioja opens with herbal, minty aromas of raspberry, cherry and cheese. It's not much of a scale tipper, and that's backed up by lightweight flavors of cracked pepper and cherry. A hint of heat comes up on the finish.",Crianza,8,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Rivarey 2009 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivarey-2009-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Rivarey 12,Rose,Portugal,"A very fresh, crisp wild flavored wine. Deep pink in color, it has considerable acidity to come out of the ripe grapes, very fruity and ready to drink. Screwcap.",Dom Diogo Colheita Seleccionada,,84,Vinho Verde,,,Quinta da Raza 2012 Dom Diogo Colheita Seleccionada Rosé (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-raza-2012-dom-diogo-colheita-seleccionada-rose-vinho-verde/,Rosé,2012,Quinta da Raza 13.8,Red,US,"This is a very dry and edgily tannic Cabernet. It has blackberry, sage and black pepper flavors that are fine for drinking now.",Route 29,22,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,RouteStock 2010 Route 29 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/routestock-cellars-2010-route-29-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,RouteStock 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Stemmy top aromas cover up earthy berry notes. This is grabby in the mouth with an acid-tannin package that sits on the hard side. Herbal red-berry flavors come with minty green notes and a stalky finish. This is 70% Malbec and 30% Corvina, an Italian variety from the Veneto.",Passo Doble Malbec-Corvina,14,84,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Masi Tupungato 2010 Passo Doble Malbec-Corvina Red (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-tupungato-2010-passo-doble-malbec-corvina-red-uco-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Masi Tupungato 18.5,Dessert,US,"Made from undisclosed varieties, this is a dessert wine, but not a very rich one. The alcohol of 18.5% by volume gives it a glceriney heat, but the blackberry and chocolate flavors are watery.",Doce Nove,38,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Niner 2011 Doce Nove Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niner-2011-doce-nove-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2011,Niner 13,Red,US,"A widely available offering from Concannon, this Cab is rich in jammy cherry and vanilla, with a backbone of oak, a nice choice for midweek dinners of rib roast and steak.",Selected Vineyards,10,84,California,California Other,California,Concannon 2010 Selected Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2010-selected-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Concannon 14.1,White,US,"Half Viognier with the rest equal parts Marsanne and Roussanne, this is aromatic with notes of pear, apples and apricot with surprisingly tart fruit flavors. The warmth of the vintage shows with the alcohol bleeding through, especially on the finish.",MRV,22,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Cliff Creek 2012 MRV White (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cliff-creek-2012-mrv-white-southern/,White Blend,2012,Cliff Creek 14.8,Red,US,"At five years, this Cabernet is not aging well. It's soft and simple, with the black cherry fruit flavors thinning out, letting hot alcohol show through.",Tertian Harmony,40,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Autry Cellars 2008 Tertian Harmony Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/autry-cellars-2008-tertian-harmony-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Autry Cellars 14.5,Rose,US,"At a time when California rosés are marching toward dryness, this one hews to a richer path. It has flavors of raspberries, strawberries and white sugar.",The Count's Selection Pinot Noir,22,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Buena Vista 2012 The Count's Selection Pinot Noir Rosé (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2012-counts-selection-pinot-noir-rose-sonoma-coast/,Rosé,2012,Buena Vista 14.5,Red,US,"A simple Merlot, thin and dry, whose cherry and red plum flavors are compromised by green, unripe notes.",,20,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2011 Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2011-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2011,Buena Vista 14.5,Rose,US,"This is quite dark, heavy and warm for a rosé, with orange zest, raspberry and vanilla flavors. The fruit is prominent, sacrificing some of the wine's potential elegance.",Rosé of,20,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Bruliam 2012 Rosé of Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruliam-2012-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2012,Bruliam 14,Red,Spain,"Hard, rubbery, leathery aromas are balanced off by black-fruit scents. This is tight on the palate, with condensed flavors of berry, plum and minty herbs. The finish holds onto that herbal character while showing solidity and adequate structure.",Amadeo,11,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodega Beleluin 2011 Amadeo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-beleluin-2011-amadeo-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2011,Bodega Beleluin 12.5,Red,France,"Rather stalky, this dry wine has a sense of extraction in the form of bitterness. The wine's red fruits are behind this dryness, demanding at least another 2–3 years.",Clos du Pressoir,25,84,Loire Valley,Menetou-Salon,,Joseph Mellot 2012 Clos du Pressoir (Menetou-Salon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-mellot-2012-clos-pressoir-pinot-noir-menetou-salon/,Pinot Noir,2012,Joseph Mellot 14.2,White,US,An underripe streak of wintergreen mint accompanies lemon and lime flavors in this crisp wine. It would be a good companion to Chinese and Vietnamese food.,Small Block Series,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hess Collection 2012 Small Block Series Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-collection-2012-small-block-series-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Hess Collection 13,Red,Portugal,"Earthy, rustic aromas give this wine an all-too-natural feel. It has firm tannins alongside juicy black fruits that bring out a dense texture. As the wine ages, maybe the barnyard character will go.",Giesta,15,84,Dão,,,Boas Quintas 2011 Giesta Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boas-quintas-2011-giesta-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2011,Boas Quintas 12,Sparkling,US,"The sweetest of the Blue Moon Riesling trio, this is also lowest in alcohol, and has a semi-sparkling (frizzante) level of bubbles. In terms of flavor, it could be a dead ringer for an inexpensive Italian Moscato.",Semi-Sparkling,12,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Blue Moon NV Semi-Sparkling Riesling (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-moon-nv-semi-sparkling-riesling-other/,Riesling,,Blue Moon 14.4,Red,US,"Good cherry, currant and cola fruit flavors in this Rhône-style blend. It has some brisk tannins and is soft and dry. Bring on the burgers.",Lot 339,13,84,California,California Other,California,Cameron Hughes 2010 Lot 339 G-S-M (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2010-lot-339-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-other/,G-S-M,2010,Cameron Hughes 13.5,Red,Spain,"Raisin, dust and red-apple aromas come across soft and jammy. The palate follows that lead: it's flat and grabby, with density and mild acidity. Raisin and rubbery flavors turn slightly bitter on the finish, which shows rubbery tannins.",Crianza,15,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de la Concordia 2008 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-concordia-2008-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Marqués de la Concordia 14.5,Rose,US,"This darkly colored rosé has an orange-garnet color, and the alcohol is slightly noticeable. It feels heavy and rich in the mouth, with raspberry pie-filling flavors.",Grenache,20,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Niner 2012 Grenache Rosé (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niner-2012-grenache-rose-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rosé,2012,Niner 13.9,Red,US,"Despite the fancy Lot designation, this is a simple Petite Sirah. It's soft and lush in licorice and blackberry jam flavors, wrapped into firm tannins. Fine for drinking now with burgers, ribs, Mexican fare.",Lot 96,15,84,California,California Other,California,Foppiano 2010 Lot 96 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-2010-lot-96-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2010,Foppiano 14.4,Rose,US,"The two pinks are Pinot Noir and Grenache, which give lots of jammy raspberry, cherry and watermelon fruit. Sauvignon Blanc adds acidity as well as a touch of citrus. The finish is rich and ripe, with a slightly cloying sensation that lingers.",Two Pinks,20,84,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Grey Stack 2012 Two Pinks Rosé (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grey-stack-2012-two-pinks-rose-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Rosé,2012,Grey Stack 12,Sparkling,France,An attractive yet fresh sparkling Pinot Noir rosé. It has a fine balance with its acidity well integrated into the raspberry fruit flavors. There's just an edge of bitterness that spoils the aftertaste.,Brut Rosé,22,84,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Huber & Bléger NV Brut Rosé Pinot Noir (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-bleger-nv-brut-rose-pinot-noir-cremant-dalsace/,Pinot Noir,,Huber & Bléger 12,White,France,"A soft, perfumed and curiously earthy wine. It has a ripe structure with quince and pear flavors, but with odd hints of geraniums at the end.",Réserve,15,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Frey-Sohler 2011 Réserve Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frey-sohler-2011-reserve-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Frey-Sohler 11.5,White,Portugal,"There is just a hint of petillance on this wine, resulting in a palate that is bright, crisp and driven by apple and soft acidity. it's light, fresh and fragrant for the summer. Screwcap.",Raza,,84,Vinho Verde,,,Quinta da Raza 2012 Raza White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-raza-2012-raza-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Quinta da Raza 14,Red,Argentina,"Crisp, lightly herbal raspberry aromas are a touch reedy and green. This feels chewy and saturated, while herbal, candied, slightly syrupy flavors of sweet berries finish minty and hot.",Estate Bottled,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2012 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2012-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Pascual Toso 12,Rose,Portugal,"Light and fruity, this is full of crushed-strawberry flavors and attractive acidity. It's a fresh wine with the flavor of vanilla on the finish. Screwcap.",Coreto,6,84,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2012 Coreto Rosé (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2012-coreto-rose-lisboa/,Rosé,2012,DFJ Vinhos 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Apple skin and red-plum aromas are herb-infused and suggest tomato sauce and carrot juice. A full, almost sticky feeling palate deals plum, cherry and tomato flavors along with notes of oregano and tarragon. A finish with red-licorice flavors and tomato notes is the final salvo on this blend of 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay.",Anna de Codorniu Rosé,15,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Codorníu NV Anna de Codorniu Rosé Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/codorniu-nv-anna-rose-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Codorníu 13.7,Red,US,"Dry and mellow, this easy Merlot gets the job done. It has cherry and blackberry flavors that are a touch green and minty.",,25,84,California,California Other,California,Black Box 2011 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-box-2011-merlot-other/,Merlot,2011,Black Box 14.6,Red,US,"Hard tannins and overripe raisiny flavors compromise this wine. Inky black in color, it's an intense, big-boned wine that's better enjoyed with a meal.",M Cuvée,38,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaucanon 2010 M Cuvée Petit Verdot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaucanon-2010-m-cuvee-petit-verdot-napa-valley/,Petit Verdot,2010,Beaucanon 12.3,Rose,US,"Made from Zinfandel, Malbec, Sangiovese and Pinot Noir, this tastes rich in cranberries, watermelons and strawberries. The acidity is refreshingly tart, but the ripe fruit flavors make it somewhat cloying on the palate.",Alma's Napa,21,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tudal 2012 Alma's Napa Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudal-2012-almas-napa-rose-napa-valley/,Rosé,2012,Tudal 14.3,White,US,"Not much going on beyond oaky flavors of toast, vanilla and butterscotch. Underneath all that is pineapple and mango fruit, brightened by acidity.",,25,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sonoma-Loeb 2011 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-loeb-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Sonoma-Loeb 13.8,White,US,"This is dryish to off-dry, with simple lemon, lime and honey flavors.",,15,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Markham 14.2,White,US,"Good for everyday drinking, but on the light side, with modest tropical fruit flavors liberally enhanced with butterscotch.",October Night,25,84,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,J. Lohr 2011 October Night Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2011-october-night-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2011,J. Lohr 12,White,Spain,"Orange, apricot and honeysuckle aromas are simple and good. A solid, melony feeling palate has just enough acid to stay upright. Flavors of passion fruit, cider and briny citrus manage to stave off bitterness on the finish.",Organic Wine,13,84,Spain Other,Spain,,Vicente Gandia 2012 Organic Wine Verdejo (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vicente-gandia-2012-organic-wine-spanish-white-verdejo-other/,Verdejo,2012,Vicente Gandia 14.8,Red,US,"This Pinot has not aged well. It's a little threadbare, with the cherry and cola fruit fading, leaving little behind except acidity and the burn of alcohol. Still, it has an interesting texture. Drink up.",,39,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Stephen & Walker 2007 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-walker-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2007,Stephen & Walker 13.5,Red,US,"A thin little country style wine, tart and tannic, with cherry and currant fruit flavors. Fine for drinking with a big, gooey cheeseburger.",Lonely Oak,12,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Project Paso 2011 Lonely Oak Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/project-paso-2011-lonely-oak-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2011,Project Paso 12.5,Rose,Portugal,"Round and fruity, this is a dry rosé with rich caramel and strawberry notes. Soft in acidity, it feels full in the mouth and finishes with a soft aftertaste.",Dona Helena,10,84,Península de Setúbal,,,Wines & Winemakers 2012 Dona Helena Rosé (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2012-dona-helena-rose-peninsula-setubal/,Rosé,2012,Wines & Winemakers 14.3,White,US,"This meaty, oaky Sauvignon Blanc, with a trace of Semillon, is slightly bitter with grassy and lemony aromas and flavors coming to the fore.",J.D. Hurley,20,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Clara Valley,Martin Ranch 2011 J.D. Hurley Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Clara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ranch-2011-jd-hurley-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-clara-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Martin Ranch 14.1,White,US,"This is a simple Chardonnay, loaded with brown sugar, buttered toast, honey and pineapple jam flavors. It has yeasty complications of sur lie aging.",,25,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Joullian 2011 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joullian-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2011,Joullian 14.2,White,US,"Nice acidity and clean varietal flavors of citrus and tropical fruit, apricot and peach mark this slightly oaky wine. There's a white sugar note throughout, however, that turns cloying after a sip or two.",Dry Stack Vineyard Rosemary's Block,33,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Grey Stack 2012 Dry Stack Vineyard Rosemary's Block Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grey-stack-2012-dry-vineyard-rosemarys-block-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Grey Stack 11,White,US,"This is a moderately aromatic wine with notes of tangerine, lime and herbs. It's off dry with tart fruit flavors, finishing a touch bitter.",Estate Grown,16,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Girardet 2012 Estate Grown Riesling (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girardet-2012-estate-grown-riesling-southern-umpqua-valley/,Riesling,2012,Girardet 13,White,US,"A decent, everyday Chardonnay, dry and crisp in acidity, with citrus, peach and tropical fruit flavors that finish a little sweet.",Unoaked,12,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominican Oaks 2012 Unoaked Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominican-oaks-2012-unoaked-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Dominican Oaks 13,White,Slovenia,"Earthy with hints of roasted nuts and dried herb, this is a uniquely savory Sauvignon that would pair well with herb-accented fowl and fish. The palate is round and rich, but balanced with brisk lime acidity and a characteristic grassiness on the finish.",Fosilni Breg,20,84,Slovenia,,,Ciringa 2011 Fosilni Breg Sauvignon Blanc (Slovenia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciringa-2011-fosilni-breg-sauvignon-blanc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Ciringa 15.1,Red,US,"Lots of cool-climate Syrah character in this wine. It's dry and full-bodied, with blackberry, plum, bacon and black pepper aromas and flavors. Too light for aging, so drink now.",,24,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,De Tierra 2010 Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-tierra-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,2010,De Tierra 14,Red,Italy,"If you're really into invasive oak, this might be your wine. The woody notes on this wine is so fierce, it recalls a lumberyard and fresh sawdust. The aggressive wood covers the fruit, although you can detect some coffee and espresso notes throughout.",Bellezza,39,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Gabbiano 2010 Bellezza (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-gabbiano-2010-bellezza-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Castello di Gabbiano 13.6,White,US,"There's no oak on this simple Sauvignon Blanc. It's made in a softer style, which makes the apricot, orange and lime flavors taste riper than they really are.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Tin Roof 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-roof-2012-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Tin Roof 12.5,White,Spain,Apple aromas open to a fleshy palate with tropical flavors of melon and mango mixed with powdered sugar. The wheaty tasting finish is round and soft.,,15,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Urbina 2011 Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/urbina-2011-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2011,Urbina 13.5,Red,Italy,"This densely colored wine is still very much on its oak, with toasted coffee bean and sawdust aromas. The palate shows evident wood, vegetal notes and red currant. Green, bitter tannins cut the finish short.",,24,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Le Regge 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-regge-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Le Regge 13.9,Red,US,"Here's a sound, everyday Cabernet. It's dry and full-bodied, with some good blackberry, raisin and oak flavors. A nice buy for the price.",,13,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Magistrate 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magistrate-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Magistrate 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is loaded with new oak, toasted wood, vanilla and espresso aromas, but light on fruit aromas and flavors. It needs a bit more fruity richness to maintain balance.",Ca' di Pesa,30,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,L'Orcio 2010 Ca' di Pesa (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorcio-2010-ca-pesa-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,L'Orcio 14.9,Red,US,"This drily austere Zinfandel tastes like it hardly got ripe. It's tough in acids and green tannins, with mint and sour cherry candy flavors. Oak helps to provide richness, but the cold vintage has taken its toll.",Estate,25,84,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakville Winery 2011 Estate Zinfandel (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-winery-2011-estate-zinfandel-napa-oakville/,Zinfandel,2011,Oakville Winery 13,White,US,"An easy, lush Viognier, front-loaded with tropical fruit, lemon, ripe peach, vanilla bean, buttered toast and honeysuckle flavors. Drink up.",Reserve,8,84,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2012 Reserve Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2012-reserve-viognier-other/,Viognier,2012,Oak Grove 15,Red,US,"This rustic red has some high-toned berry and cherry fruit, cloaked in dusty tannins and brown spices. It falls apart quickly, as if heading over the hill. Drink up.",,40,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Pheasant Valley Winery 2010 Primitivo (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pheasant-valley-winery-2010-zinfandel-primitivo-other-columbia-valley-or/,Primitivo,2010,Pheasant Valley Winery 14,Red,Portugal,"This is a smooth but heavily wood-influenced wine with light blackberry fruits, a layer of firm tannins, and very fresh acidity. Not for aging, but enjoyable for its fruity, lightweight character.",Cabeça de Burro Reserva,14,84,Douro,,,Caves Vale do Rodo 2009 Cabeça de Burro Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-vale-rodo-2009-cabeca-burro-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Caves Vale do Rodo 14.5,Red,US,"Tough and chewy, with stringy tannins and lots of acidity perking up red licorice and cherry flavors. Drink now.",Sir Charles,35,84,California,California Other,California,Casa Tiene Vista 2012 Sir Charles Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-tiene-vista-2012-sir-charles-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Casa Tiene Vista 13,White,Czech Republic,"Wispy hints of stonefruit and clementine mingle with savory notes of nettle and dried herb on this characteristically grassy, brisk Sauvignon Blanc. The palate is delicately flavored, with a dusty mineral note that lingers.",,16,84,Moravia,,,Vino z Czech 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Moravia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-z-czech-2011-sauvignon-blanc-moravia/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Vino z Czech 13,Red,Italy,"This shows upfront overripe plum and black cherry aromas along with accents of coffee and toasted oak. The palate has plum flavors but shows aggressive tannins and a lack of evident freshness. You'll also detect some green, vegetal notes and astringency.",Poggio Stella,14,84,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 2012 Poggio Stella (Rosso di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vecchia-cantina-montepulciano-2012-poggio-stella-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2012,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 14.5,White,Argentina,"DiamAndes continues to put out clunky Viogniers from the Uco Valley. This is bland and waxy on the nose, with notes of green melon and nectarine. The palate is round and full but lacks personality, while flavors of papaya and melon are heavy and finish yeasty.",de Uco,20,84,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,DiamAndes 2012 de Uco Viognier (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamandes-2012-uco-viognier-uco-valley/,Viognier,2012,DiamAndes 14.2,White,US,"This simple Chardonnay delivers with buttered toast, butterscotch and pineapple-orange-mango juice flavors. It's on the soft side.",Lot 324,14,84,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Cameron Hughes 2010 Lot 324 Chardonnay (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2010-lot-324-chardonnay-napa-atlas-peak/,Chardonnay,2010,Cameron Hughes 12.5,White,Spain,"This is not a success given past performances of Pie Franco. The nose lacks Verdejo's characteristic citrusy punch, showing instead, notes of haystack and mealy apples. A plump, soft palate delivers pithy, peachy flavors of papaya and lees, while a bland, green-tasting finish doesn't fully come to the rescue.",Pie Franco,28,84,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Blanco Nieva 2012 Pie Franco Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blanco-nieva-2012-pie-franco-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2012,Blanco Nieva 13.4,Red,US,"Some green, veggie aromas and flavors compromise this Syrah. Otherwise, it's dry and smoothly tannic, with red currant, cola and pepper notes.",Estate Grown,24,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 2010 Estate Grown Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-2010-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2010,Buttonwood Farm ,Rose,US,"Pale salmon colored, this medium-sweet blend of Pinot Noir (80%) and Pinot Gris is lightly spritzy with notes of strawberry and mint but doesn't have the acid to hold the sugar up.",Pinot Pinot,16,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Girardet 2012 Pinot Pinot Rosé (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girardet-2012-pinot-pinot-rose-southern-umpqua-valley/,Rosé,2012,Girardet 11.5,White,US,"This is lightly aromatic with notes of wheat, apricot and herbs. It's off dry with the concentration fading on the back half.",Estate Grown,23,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Girardet 2012 Estate Grown Cayuga (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girardet-2012-estate-grown-other-white-cayuga-southern-umpqua-valley/,Cayuga,2012,Girardet 14.8,Red,Argentina,"This is exceedingly ripe tasting, with a syrupy texture. Along the way, you'll encounter tar and rubber aromas in front of flavors such as carob, vanilla and stewed berry fruits. A minty, oaky finish is the final weighty act.",Estate Bottled,17,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Casarena 2011 Estate Bottled Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casarena-2011-estate-bottled-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Casarena 12,Sparkling,France,"Soft, almond and ripe fruit flavored wine. It is rounded, missing the real tang of a good Crémant but still a fruity, fresh and flowery apéritif wine.",Prestige Brut,17,85,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Willm NV Prestige Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willm-nv-prestige-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Willm 12.5,Red,Czech Republic,"The Cabernet Moravia grape is a cross between Cabernet Franc and Zweigelt. Here, it incorporates all of Cab Franc's leafy herbaceousness and Zweigelt's tart, cranberry flavors in a refreshing wine. It's delicate in concentration, but easy drinking, with lots of green, grassy notes on the finish.",,18,85,Moravia,,,Vino z Czech NV Cabernet Moravia (Moravia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-z-czech-nv-other-red-cabernet-moravia-moravia/,Cabernet Moravia,,Vino z Czech 13,Red,Italy,"From a very hot and difficult vintage, this Chianti Classico has unusual aromas of dill, thyme and toasted oak that carry over to the palate. It's already evolved with a short finish.",,32,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Vignavecchia 2011 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignavecchia-2011-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2011,Vignavecchia 13.5,White,New Zealand,"This is a bit funky for a New Zealand Pinot Gris, offering hints of onion on the nose and some earthy notes to go with its melon and citrus flavors. The mouthfeel is rather full and rich, but there's a hint of nut-skin bitterness on the finish.",The King's Thorn Waihopai,18,85,Marlborough,,,Marisco Vineyards 2011 The King's Thorn Waihopai Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marisco-2011-kings-thorn-waihopai-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2011,Marisco Vineyards 13.5,Red,Spain,"Hard red-fruit aromas of cherry and plum mixed with campfire and mint open this choppy red. On the palate, scouring acidity pokes through, creating plum and raspberry flavors along with wood and bacon notes.",Edicion Limitada,9,85,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Maximo 2011 Edicion Limitada Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximo-2011-edicion-limitada-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2011,Maximo 14.5,Red,US,"Berry, cherry, currant and oak flavors mark this dry, full-bodied red wine. It's fairly tannic, which gives it a grippy feeling in the mouth. Fine as an everyday sipper.",ParthenOgenesis,26,85,California,California Other,California,Pat Paulsen Vineyards 2009 ParthenOgenesis Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pat-paulsen-2009-parthenogenesis-red-other/,Red Blend,2009,Pat Paulsen Vineyards 13,White,Spain,"Albariño is a fragile style of white wine and some just don't age well. This is one of those wines; it's slightly past peak maturity, as evidenced by wheaty, yeasty aromas. The palate finishes with a hint of bitter citrus pith.",,34,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Lusco 2011 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lusco-2011-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,Lusco 13.2,White,US,"Aged mostly in stainless steel with a touch of new French oak (10%), this has notes of toast and char along with freshly cut mango. It's on the lighter side of medium bodied, drinking just a hair off dry with a bitter note on the finish.",,15,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Girardet 2011 Chardonnay (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girardet-2011-chardonnay-southern-umpqua-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Girardet 13,Red,Italy,"This shows delicate floral aromas along with dominant bell pepper and sawdust sensations. The palate is dominated by oaky flavors of roasted coffee beans and espresso, giving the wine an anonymous personality and style.",,15,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fattoria di Montecchio 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-di-montecchio-2010-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Fattoria di Montecchio 15,Red,US,"There is loads of freshly crushed black pepper in this dry, robust Zin. It's almost enough to make you sneeze. You'll also find good blackberry fruit and heady alcohol. Drink up.",,17,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominican Oaks 2010 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominican-oaks-2010-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Dominican Oaks 12,Red,France,"Light in color, this is a fruity, softly tannic and lightweight wine. It brings out red fruits that are now maturing, giving spice and a touch of pepper with final acidity. Drink now.",Signature,17,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Robert Klingenfus 2010 Signature Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-robert-klingenfus-2010-signature-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Robert Klingenfus 13.4,White,US,"Light to the point of being a bit dilute, this Viognier has a cotton-candy character, like spun sugar around rhubarb. The tart, not quite fully ripe fruit brings it to a quick, acidic finish.",,20,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Emerson 2012 Viognier (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emerson-2012-viognier-willamette-valley/,Viognier,2012,Emerson 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made from Sangiovese and a bit of Colorino, this has an earthy nose of truffle and underbrush, with a hint of iris and a whiff of leather. Reflecting the forward nature of the vintage, the palate is soft and warm, with sweet wild cherry, plum and round tannins. Drink soon.",,12,85,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Corte alla Flora 2011 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-alla-flora-2011-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2011,Corte alla Flora 13.5,Red,Spain,"After opening with reedy, stalky aromas, this is raw and choppy on the palate. Flavors of herbal red plum and rhubarb conclude with tight, edgy acids and a bit of burn and heat. This is fresh and generally pretty good, but it lacks Toro's usual richness and power.",Crianza,25,85,Northern Spain,Toro,,Damalisco 2008 Crianza (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damalisco-2008-crianza-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2008,Damalisco 12,White,France,"A classic Alsace dry white wine, this is soft and spicy, with apple and pear fruit and a light layering of citrus. Gentle, very open and friendly, a great apéritif wine.",Edelzwicker,15,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave Freudenreich 2012 Edelzwicker White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-freudenreich-2012-edelzwicker-white-alsace/,Alsace white blend,2012,Cave Freudenreich 12.5,White,France,"Vendange Manuelle (hand harvesting) is a good way of sorting the best grapes in the vineyard. Here it has produced a ripe, full-bodied pear flavored wine, attractively shot through with acidity that points up the creamy, soft texture. Screwcap.",Vendanges Manuelles Collection,13,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2011 Vendanges Manuelles Collection Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2011-vendanges-manuelles-collection-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Cave de Ribeauvillé 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Pajoré bottling shows a combination of structure and finesse. It opens with floral, earthy and balsamic aromas, while the palate expresses ripe but restrained cherry, spice and sage notes. The tannins are firm but fine, and this will gain complexity with more bottle age.",Pajoré,58,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Rizzi 2010 Pajoré (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rizzi-2010-pajore-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Rizzi 15.1,Red,US,"Varietal Mourvèdre from Washington state is rare indeed, but it's indicative of the grape's distinctiveness here that wineries of this caliber are showing it off. Flint, plum, boysenberry and spice are accented with light whiffs of barnyard, earth and rock. It's all subtly woven together, displaying power and elegance at the same time.",Crazy Mary,48,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2010 Crazy Mary Mourvèdre (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2010-crazy-mary-mourvedre-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Mourvèdre,2010,Mark Ryan 13.5,Red,Australia,"This wine reflects Yarra Valley's relatively cool climate in its gently herbal and spicy demeanor. Anise and pepper accent the blueberry fruit in this medium-bodied offering that was 60% whole-bunch fermented, all by indigenous yeasts. There's a bit of creaminess to the texture, but little in the way of overt oak notes, and a long, silky finish. It's a wine to shatter old stereotypes about Aussie Shiraz.",,69,92,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Luke Lambert 2010 Syrah (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luke-lambert-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-yarra-valley/,Syrah,2010,Luke Lambert 14.3,White,US,"This is a more serious Chardonnay than Foley has shown in recent years. It's a fine wine, crisp yet silky, and while there's plenty of citrus, tropical fruit and oak flavor, the wine is subtle and restrained. It has a tug of minerality that makes it truly complex.",JA Ranch,45,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2010 JA Ranch Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2010-ja-ranch-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2010,Foley 13.5,Red,France,"On the southern edge of Madiran, Château Peyros has exceptional rocky vineyards. That gives this seriously structured wine a mineral nuance, framing the dark, very firm and tannic character. The fruit, bold and black, is still under the surface of a wine that needs at least 7–8 years to soften,",Vieilles Vignes,18,92,Southwest France,Madiran,,Château Peyros 2009 Vieilles Vignes Tannat-Cabernet Franc (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-peyros-2009-vieilles-vignes-red-blend-tannat-cabernet-franc-madiran/,Tannat-Cabernet Franc,2009,Château Peyros 14.5,Red,Australia,"Vasse Felix's impressively consistent track record with Cabernet continues with the 2009, a mouth-filling, supple wine that still retains a modicum of structure. Bold cassis fruit is balanced by earthy, meaty complexity and finishes long and mouthwatering. Drinkable now, but it should hold easily through 2020, and possibly longer.",,38,92,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Vasse Felix 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-felix-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Vasse Felix 14.3,Red,US,"This single vineyard Malbec belongs with Washington's best. The mix of purple fruits and intense barrel flavors of clove, cocoa and dusty mocha inspires an impromptu “wow” once in the mouth. Smooth, satiny and seamless, it has a gentle hint of earth and herb threaded through the finish.",Sagemoor Vineyard,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walla Walla Vintners 2010 Sagemoor Vineyard Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-vintners-2010-sagemoor-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2010,Walla Walla Vintners 12.5,White,Australia,"Lean and tightly focused, this looks like one for the cellar—try it around 2018 if you can wait. Right now, it shows modest, restrained citrus fruit, hints of wet stone and a wickedly long, sinewy finish.",Mort's Reserve Watervale,35,91,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Kilikanoon 2011 Mort's Reserve Watervale Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2011-morts-reserve-watervale-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2011,Kilikanoon 13,White,Australia,"Surprisingly full bodied, lush and expansive given its moderate alcohol level, this is a whirlwind of tropical fruit and buttered nuts on the nose. It then grows more refined and understated on the palate, where the flavors are white peach, melon and citrus.",Heytesbury,49,91,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Vasse Felix 2010 Heytesbury Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-felix-2010-heytesbury-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2010,Vasse Felix 14.5,Red,US,"A signature wine for this winery, it's elegant in style with notes of cocoa, cherry, herbs and nut oil. The palate is light, soft and silky in feel with tart acids bringing the fruit flavors into vivid focus.",RiverBend Vineyard,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Fielding Hills 2010 RiverBend Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2010-riverbend-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Fielding Hills 14.5,Red,Italy,"This shows lovely floral aromas and hints of chocolate and berry. The palate offers ripe black cherry, spice and coffee, and while this is still tannic, the tannins are ripe and composed. This is already drinking well, so enjoy it soon.",La Foia Arborina,70,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Curto Marco 2009 La Foia Arborina (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curto-marco-2009-foia-arborina-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Curto Marco 14.5,Red,Chile,"This Cabernet-led blend of four grapes opens with slightly medicinal, granular aromas of latex and iodine, but with time earthy black-fruit scents take over. Primus delivers a dense, meaty mouthfeel and saturated, almost heavy flavors of ripe blackberry, blueberry and chocolate. Yes, it's a touch plodding but for a big, bold wine it gets things right. Drink through 2016.",The Blend,,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Primus 2010 The Blend Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primus-2010-blend-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Primus 11.6,White,US,"This new Riesling from Gamache has almost 20 g/L of residual sugar, yet keeps its freshness and appealing acidity. It's undeniably a fruit bomb, with ripe flavors of tree fruit and tropical fruit, especially peaches and papayas. Drink it chilled.",,18,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gamache 2012 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamache-2012-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,Gamache 13,White,Austria,"This is a rich and full-bodied wine, that's spiced with yellow fruits, a touch of vanilla and a rounded texture. Its ripe, dense and full of concentrated fruits. Needs at least a year to age. Screwcap.",Kies,,91,Kamptal,,,Kurt Angerer 2012 Kies Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kurt-angerer-2012-kies-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Kurt Angerer 14.5,Red,Italy,"This shows an intriguing bouquet of violet and truffle, with hints of meat juices thrown in for good measure. The palate is long and linear, delivering ripe berry, mint and peppery notes. The tannins are still tight and need a few more years to soften.",Cé Vanin,40,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Rivetto 2010 Cé Vanin (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetto-2010-ce-vanin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Rivetto 14.5,Red,Italy,"This straightforward Barolo offers classic Nebbiolo aromas of dried rose petal, forest floor and ripe cherry. The palate delivers bright cherry and berry flavors, with hints of balsamic herbs and a subtle layer of carob. This is still young and tannic, but has surprising freshness for the vintage. Drink after 2015.",Comune di Serralunga d'Alba,75,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Rivetto 2009 Comune di Serralunga d'Alba (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetto-2009-comune-serralunga-dalba-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Rivetto 12.5,Red,France,"Dry and serious, this firm wine is classic Bordeaux. It has weight, a core of tannins and black currant fruitiness that needs time to fully integrate with the dense structure. Give this exemplary wine another five years.",Vieilles Vignes,25,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Landat 2011 Vieilles Vignes (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-landat-2011-vieilles-vignes-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Landat 12.5,Red,France,"Mint aromas and new wood flavors mark this smoothly ripe, polished wine. It has a good amount of black fruit, a dry but open texture and a rich, smoky character. The tannins and generous fruit power the wine forward.",,20,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château la Tonnelle 2011 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tonnelle-2011-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château la Tonnelle 13,Red,France,"Ripe fruit, new wood flavors and a rounded character give this structured and textured wine a fine sense of shape. It has weight, richness and a well balanced texture. Age it for four years.",La Charrulle,20,91,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château La Rame 2011 La Charrulle (Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rame-2011-charrulle-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château La Rame 14,Red,Italy,"This Barolo boasts an intense fragrance of orange peel, Alpine forest and berry. The palate has ample intensity and shows ripe cherry, mint, cinnamon and espresso notes. The wine is well balanced, with big but smooth tannins.",Serralunga,60,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Paolo Manzone 2009 Serralunga (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-manzone-2009-serralunga-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Paolo Manzone 7.5,White,Germany,"Hints of lanolin, fennel and beeswax add savory touches to elegant peach-preserve and tangerine flavors on this delicate, almost lacy, Kabinett. Zippy lemon-lime acidity reverberates on the palate, carrying to a curiously spice-kissed finish.",Haus Klosterberg Kabinett,20,91,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2010 Haus Klosterberg Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2010-haus-klosterberg-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Markus Molitor 14.5,Red,Italy,"This riserva opens with aromas of underbrush, mushroom and espresso, followed by hints of rose petal and spice. The palate reveals a core of bright red fruit layered with toasted oak and coffee notes. Still young, with bracing but refined tannins. Drink after 2016.",Riserva,125,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mario Gagliasso 2006 Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-gagliasso-2006-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Mario Gagliasso 14,Red,Chile,"Elegant, subtle aromas of marzipan, mild oak and black fruits are smooth and classy. The palate on this Syrah-led blend is full, open and attractive, with flavors of spice, herbs, toast, plum and berry fruits. A good, full, complex finish with integrated, positive toast and herbal notes is as long as it should be and not aggressive. Drink through 2017.",,30,91,Limarí Valley,,,Maray 2009 Red (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maray-2009-red-limari-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Maray ,White,Germany,"Whiffs of crushed slate and smoke add earthy complexity to sweet yellow-peach and pink-grapefruit flavors in this delicate but composed Auslese. Intensely minerally on the palate, it finishes with a fresh, green, floral flair and piercing citrus acidity.",Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese,35,91,Mosel,,,Peter Nicolay 2011 Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2011-bernkasteler-badstube-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Peter Nicolay 14,Red,Italy,"This single-vineyard Barolo shows ripe berry aromas and whiffs of incense and espresso. The palate shows almost overripe cherry fruit, layered with herbs, coffee and underbrush notes. It has big but ripe tannins and is fast approaching optimum drinkability. Enjoy it over the next few years.",Bussia,82,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Prunotto 2009 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prunotto-2009-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Prunotto 14,White,Austria,"This is a very rich wine that's smooth and concentrated. The slopes of Leithaberg on the west shore of Lake Neusiedl have great sun exposure, making this wine full in style. It has minerality as well, giving a steely edge to this impressively ripe wine with its pear and apricot fruits and spice notes.",,58,91,Leithaberg,,,Prieler 2011 Pinot Blanc (Leithaberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prieler-2011-pinot-blanc-leithaberg/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Prieler 13.5,Red,Australia,"Darker, sterner and less accessible than Plantagenet's Omrah bottling, the winery's flagship Shiraz offers substantial dark fruit flavors reminiscent of espresso, plum and cracked pepper. The tannins are firm, suggesting at least 2–3 years of cellaring. (The 2007 is drinking well now.)",,29,91,Western Australia,Mount Barker,,Plantagenet 2009 Shiraz (Mount Barker),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mount-barker/,Shiraz,2009,Plantagenet 14.5,Red,Italy,"This opens with some funky, earthy aromas that soon blow off to reveal scents of leather, truffle, eucalyptus, berry and meat juices. The palate shows dark cherry, raspberry, pipe tobacco and balsamic notes and big, ripe tannins. This reflects the forward vintage, so drink now.",Rocche di Castiglione Falletto,40,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Monchiero 2009 Rocche di Castiglione Falletto (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monchiero-2009-rocche-castiglione-falletto-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Monchiero 13.8,Red,Israel,"This is a dense and heady blend, made from 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 17% Petite Sirah. Black-currant leaf, black plum and boysenberry notes lead the nose and mouth, with a light dusting of cocoa, baking spice and sweet oak adding depth to the palate. Medium weight, with a texture like crushed velvet and a bold, flavorful finish. Drink now–2018.",Special Reserve,60,91,Galilee,,,1848 Winery 2009 Special Reserve Red (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/1848-winery-2009-special-reserve-red-galilee/,Red Blend,2009,1848 Winery 13.9,Red,US,"Though not indicated on the bottle, this is entirely sourced from the Les Collines vineyard. There is a talented hand at work here, in the way the components knit together, crafting a seamless, complete wine with levels of intense, dark, chewy fruit and tannins. The finish is dense and long, and the wine shows far more depth than many of its 2010 peers.",,34,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kontos 2010 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kontos-cellars-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2010,Kontos 14,Red,France,"Predominantly Malbec, with some Merlot and Tannat, this classic estate wine from Triguedina is dark, dense and initially tannic. It has great concentration from the black-plum-skin flavors as well as licorice and layers of wood-derived spice. The wine needs at least five years more in bottle.",Clos Triguedina,20,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2010 Clos Triguedina Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2010-clos-triguedina-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Jean-Luc Baldès 14.4,Red,US,"This is 80% Cabernet Sauvignon blended with 16% Merlot and 4% Cabernet Franc. It shows a nice interplay of fruit and barrel with notes of cocoa, cherry, dry chocolate and toast supported by well-integrated tannins. The mid-palate still needs some time to fully come together but when it does, it will be a beauty.",Weinbau Vineyard,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Januik 2010 Weinbau Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2010-weinbau-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Januik 14.8,Red,US,"Made in a riper, high alcohol style, this Cab is just beginning to turn the corner from fresh primary fruit to aged bottle notes. The blackberries and cherries are drying out, and the wine is picking up complex mushroom, herb and mineral components. It's very fine and complex, and has 4–5 additional years ahead of it.",,65,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hoot Owl Creek 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoot-owl-creek-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Hoot Owl Creek 14.5,Red,Australia,"This shows much more refined tannins than the 2009 vintage of this wine. Lively cassis fruit is cushioned by toasty, cedary oak and vanilla shadings, while the overall feel is lush and velvety, particularly on the long, supple finish.",Pillar Box Reserve,21,91,South Australia,Padthaway,,Henry's Drive Vignerons 2010 Pillar Box Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henrys-drive-vignerons-2010-pillar-box-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-padthaway/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Henry's Drive Vignerons 12.5,White,Australia,"This is a bit rounder and richer than many Australian Rieslings, with pronounced weight and rich texture on the palate. Instead of lime, it delivers orange blossom and orange sherbet notes that linger elegantly on the finish. Drink now–2020.",,17,91,Western Australia,Great Southern,,Robert Oatley 2012 Riesling (Great Southern),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-oatley-2012-riesling-great-southern/,Riesling,2012,Robert Oatley 13.5,White,Austria,"This is a typically fragrant and fresh Grüner but with great class. It's very ripe and fruity, with acidity that offers a refreshing line of citrus. The Hundsleiten Vineyard's minerality comes through strongly here with a steely texture that finishes the wine with dryness. It's an impressive wine for aging over the next 2–4 years. Screwcap.",Hundsleiten Reserve,,91,Weinviertel,,,R&A Pfaffl 2011 Hundsleiten Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2011-hundsleiten-reserve-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,R&A Pfaffl 13.3,Sparkling,US,"A vintage-declared blend of 84% Pinot Noir and 16% Chardonnay, sourced mainly from Sonoma, with smaller amounts of grapes from Marin, Mendocino and Napa. This is a gorgeously mature sparkler, dry and fragrant in apple tartine and raspberry aromas and flavors. It is beautiful and sophisticated, with a candied quality to the finish.",Extra Brut,75,91,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2006 Extra Brut Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2006-extra-brut-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Schramsberg 12.5,White,Austria,"This is a smooth, intense wine that's very complex in its balance between acidity, green fruits and minerality. It's full of delicious fruit flavors, but shows a fine tension as well. Pepper just hints at the end. Screwcap.",Ried Achleiten Federspiel,,91,Wachau,,,Josef Jamek 2012 Ried Achleiten Federspiel Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-jamek-2012-ried-achleiten-federspiel-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Josef Jamek 14.5,Red,Italy,"From one of Barbaresco's most respected houses, this Gallina bottling shows class and breeding in its aromas of forest floor, porcini mushroom and tobacco. The palate is delicious, offering bright berry, licorice and spice and a hint of orange peel. This is structured and refined but needs time to fully develop.",Gallina,,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Castello di Neive 2010 Gallina (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-neive-2010-gallina-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Castello di Neive 14.5,Red,US,"It doesn't say so on the label, but this is 100% Syrah. It's massively rich and extracted in cherries and blackberries, with smooth tannins and a fine burst of acidity. Give it 5–6 years to let everything begin to knit together.",Gli Angeli,68,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2011 Gli Angeli Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2011-gli-angeli-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Stolpman 13.5,Red,Austria,"BIg, bold and ripe, this wine has juicy blackberry flavors, sweet tannins and layers of refreshing acidity. With everything so vivid at the moment, it's obvious it needs time. You could give it 4–5 years in the cellar, although if fruitiness is your pleasure, then drink this wine sooner.",Alte Reben,34,91,Burgenland,,,Steindorfer 2011 Alte Reben Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steindorfer-2011-alte-reben-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2011,Steindorfer 14,Red,France,"This opulent wine is full of ripe tannins and soft fruit. It is powered by its spiciness, just the right amount of wood and a layer of acidity. Finely structured, it's worth aging for the next 3–4 years.",,24,91,Bordeaux,Fronsac,,Château Mayne Vieil 2011 Fronsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mayne-vieil-2011-red-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Mayne Vieil 14.6,Red,US,"Tulpen's 2009 Cabernet moves the fruit sources to a trio of Walla Walla vineyards, notably Tokar and Heather Hill, to good effect. It's pure varietal, and the excellent fruit sources yield a muscular, aromatic, dense wine. Floral top notes lead into spicy, brambly black fruits. The tannins are firm and astringent, leaving just a bare suggestion of ripe raisins in the finish.",,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Tulpen 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tulpen-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Tulpen 14.5,Red,US,"Shows the Landslide style of extreme complexity, with firm tannins, adequate acidity and an herbal-mineral earthiness that grounds the cherry and blackberry fruit. Fine and detailed, but not drinkable now, despite being nearly five years of age. Needs lots of time to calm down. Give it four or five more years.",Landslide Vineyard,40,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Simi 2008 Landslide Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2008-landslide-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Simi 13.5,Red,Australia,"Savory, meaty notes marry nicely with plummy fruit and clove spice in this wonderfully supple example of Yarra Valley Shiraz. With extended aeration, this wine develops lots of smoky, ashy notes—a possible side effect of nearby bush fires—so I'd opt for drinking it over the next couple of years.",Underhill,95,91,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yarra Yering 2009 Underhill Shiraz (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yarra-yering-2009-underhill-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-yarra-valley/,Shiraz,2009,Yarra Yering 14.6,Red,US,"This is three fifths Merlot, the rest spread among the other four Bordeaux grapes. It's very well crafted, showing a bit of herb along with berries and spice. What most impresses is the overall structure, and the impression of ageworthy muscle in the finish.",Sur La Mer,36,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),William Church 2010 Sur La Mer Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-church-2010-sur-mer-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,William Church 14.5,White,US,"The Ethos bottling is the reserve-level Chardonnay for Ste. Michelle, generally done in a style that shows ripe, tropical fruit and plenty of buttery, toasty oak flavors. It's a popular style, emphasizing flavors of banana, peach, papaya and vanilla custard.",Ethos Reserve,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2011 Ethos Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2011-ethos-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14.4,Red,US,"This Cabernet is enormously extracted in blackberries and cassis, and oaky, too, while the tannins are rich, hard and refined. It's a flashy wine. Drink now–2018.",,55,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Maldonado 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maldonado-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Maldonado 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Barolo's lovely Nebbiolo fragrance shows violet and earthy notes of forest floor with hints of mushroom and truffle. The palate is not fully open, but shows bright cherry, menthol and white pepper notes, as well as bracing but elegant tannins.",Carobric,90,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Paolo Scavino 2009 Carobric (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-scavino-2009-carobric-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Paolo Scavino 14.5,Red,US,"An aromatically brooding wine with notes of cherry, black pepper and barrel spices. It's full bodied with rich flavors and a cranberry lick on the finish.",RiverBend Vineyard,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Fielding Hills 2010 RiverBend Vineyard Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2010-riverbend-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2010,Fielding Hills 14.2,Red,US,"Trutina's blend changes significantly from vintage to vintage. Here it is almost two thirds Merlot, the rest a mix of Bordeaux grapes with a tiny splash of Syrah. Silky and broad, it fills the mouth with lush flavors of blackberries, black cherry, caramel and milk chocolate. Sounds like a candy bar, and tastes just as good.",Trutina Red Wine,29,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2010 Trutina Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2010-trutina-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Dunham 11.8,White,US,"Gorgeous aromas of peach, pear, flower and spice highlight this wine right from the start. There is an exotic, floral flavor running alongside the tree fruits, and suggestions of mint and rosewater. Excellent length and balance, with just a hint of sweetness.",,10,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2012 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2012-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,Barnard Griffin 13.6,Red,US,"This is an elegant Pinot Noir, aromatic in cherry and raspberry with juicy acidity and a memorable finish, understated in alcohol and too-ripe flavors. Earthy, enjoy it with lamb or pork smothered in mushrooms and herbs.",Klindt Vineyard,38,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Saracina 2011 Klindt Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saracina-2011-klindt-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Saracina 14.2,Red,US,"Baby Bear is a collaboration between Eric Dunham and the actor Kyle MacLachlan, styled as a lighter version of their Pursued by Bear Syrah. This is a most enjoyable wine, with a big yum factor from the generous barrel scents and flavors. Toasty, smoky, a bit astringent, but beautifully streamlined, it displays a full array of black fruits, adorned with lots of dusty, toasty barrel highlights.",,48,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Baby Bear 2009 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baby-bear-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2009,Baby Bear 13.5,Red,Australia,"Named for a Margaret River subregion, Cape Mentelle's Wilyabrup is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. It's structured and restrained on the palate, easily blending cherry, cedar, leather and earth notes in a truly claret-styled wine whose dry finish picks up hints of black tea. Drink now–2020.",Wilyabrup,55,91,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cape Mentelle 2010 Wilyabrup Red (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-mentelle-2010-wilyabrup-red-margaret-river/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Cape Mentelle 14.8,Red,US,"Dineen and Red Willow 'Les Vins de Marcoux' supply the fruit for this complex, aromatic Syrah. A fecund melding of compost, chicken yard and chocolate accents surround a core of berries and cherries. Ripe, round and mouth-filling, it's not at all overpowering, but has the style and complexity to hold your interest through the entire bottle.",,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,William Church 2010 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-church-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2010,William Church 13.7,Red,US,"This is the finest Cabernet from Gordon Estate in some time; forward and pretty, with a juicy mix of red fruits. The raspberry and cherry and currant flavors are nicely defined and deep, underscored with crisp acidity, and showing the sort of youthful concentration that suggests further cellaring is in order. Nonetheless, it's a wine to enjoy right away simply for its luscious, exuberant fruit.",,26,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Estate 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-estate-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Gordon Estate 14.1,Red,US,"A thick, rich Pinot, broodingly closed despite a peacock's tail of red berries and currants that fans out across the palate. It finishes long and spicy. While the tannins are significant, they're soft and charming. It will not be surprising if this wine shows real development after 2016.",Brosseau Vineyard,54,91,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Fulcrum 2011 Brosseau Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulcrum-2011-brosseau-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,2011,Fulcrum 12.5,White,Australia,"This is a full-bodied, lushly textured Chardonnay that manages to avoid the sensation of excess weight. Pear, melon and white peach notes are framed by understated toasted nuttiness, while a long line of acid prolongs the harmonious finish. Drink now–2018.",Isolation Ridge Vineyard,40,91,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Frankland Estate 2011 Isolation Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frankland-estate-2011-isolation-ridge-vineyard-chardonnay-frankland-river/,Chardonnay,2011,Frankland Estate 12.5,White,Austria,"A beautifully perfumed wine, this is tight, nervy and steely in character while preserving great fruitiness. Focused and fragrant with white fruits, this is a delicious wine. Not yet ready to drink so keep for at least 6–12 months. Screwcap.",Loibner Burgstall Federspiel,,91,Wachau,,,F X Pichler 2012 Loibner Burgstall Federspiel Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/f-x-pichler-2012-loibner-burgstall-federspiel-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2012,F X Pichler 14.8,Red,US,"This Syrah contains some Cabernet Sauvignon, which gives it a solid edge of hard tannins. It's finely constructed and complex, with ripe, elaborate blackberry, black currant, grilled meat, pepper and sandalwood flavors. Tight and young, it will begin to resolve its internal difficulties by 2015.",,32,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2010 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2010,Peju 14.5,Red,Italy,"This classic Barolo is fermented with wild yeasts. The fragrance is earthy and floral, suggesting truffle, leather and ripe berry. The palate delivers ripe wild cherries and herbs, and reflecting the vintage, this is already forward and enjoyable now.",Le Coste,60,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pecchenino 2009 Le Coste (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pecchenino-2009-le-coste-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Pecchenino 14.2,Red,US,"A very fine Cab, complex and interesting in every way. Nearing five years of age, it's right at that point where the primary fruit character is changing into notes of funky leather. The tannins are Alexander Valley-soft and refined. Drink now–2020.",Small Vines,55,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Medlock Ames 2008 Small Vines Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medlock-ames-2008-small-vines-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Medlock Ames 13.8,White,US,"This was done half in stainless and half in oak, and the blend is near perfect. Spicy and full-bodied, the peppery fruit is nicely set against a gentle backdrop of barrel toast. Cantaloupe, apple and papaya flavors are in abundance, with a finish of toasted coconut.",,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Obelisco Estate 2011 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obelisco-estate-2011-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Obelisco Estate 14.4,Red,US,"A firm and authoritative Bordeaux-style blend, the Squall Line is an equal mix of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, with a splash of Merlot to finish. Cherry, plum and cassis fruit anchors the wine, with threads of graphite and roasted coffee running through a long, subtle, satisfying finish.",Squall Line Red Wine,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Convergence Zone 2010 Squall Line Red Wine Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/convergence-zone-2010-squall-line-red-wine-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Convergence Zone 7.5,White,Germany,"Intensely smoky, dusty mineral aromas on this Riesling dissipate with aeration to reveal a delightful bouquet of white blossoms and stonefruit. The palate is bright with citrus acidity and sweet yellow cherries. While lively and fresh now, it should develop remarkable complexity over the next 5–7 years.",Berncasteler Doctor Auslese,50,91,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 2011 Berncasteler Doctor Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-2011-berncasteler-doctor-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 13.5,White,Austria,"A rich wine that shows ripe intensity as well as forward fruitiness. It has a ripe, creamy texture, and hints of spice and vanilla along with a steely acidity. Full in the mouth, it's packed with pepper as well as fruit. This is a dense wine that could age another year. Screwcap.",Terrassen Smaragd,30,91,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2012 Terrassen Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2012-terrassen-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Domäne Wachau 14.5,Red,Italy,"This classic Barolo reveals ripe dark fruit and earth aromas, and hints of orange peel and herbs. The palate is still closed, but you can detect ripe fruit, spice and mint notes. It has bracing but fine tannins, and promises to open up in a few more years.",Rocchettevino,65,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ciabot Berton 2009 Rocchettevino (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciabot-berton-2009-rocchettevino-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Ciabot Berton 14,Red,Italy,"This single-vineyard Barbaresco offers underbrush and tobacco leaf aromas layered with toast, espresso and oak. The palate is succulent, featuring black cherry, licorice, spice and eucalyptus notes. Nicely balanced, but still young and aggressive; best after 2015.",Martinenga,55,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 2010 Martinenga (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-cisa-asinari-marchesi-gresy-2010-martinenga-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 13.5,White,Austria,"A clever play on words, this powerful wine is rich, complex, and a shade off dry from its ripe fruit profile. It has intense juiciness with loads of apple and pear flavor and just a touch of pepper. Full-bodied and worth aging for 2–4 years. Screwcap.",Grand Grü Reserve,30,91,Kamptal,,,Steininger 2012 Grand Grü Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steininger-2012-grand-gru-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Steininger 12.5,White,Austria,"This may be a straightforward Grüner, but there's surprising complexity as well. There's a steely, mineral texture that's almost chewy, as well as a fruitier element. It's a dry, densely structured wine that could age for another year or two. Screwcap.",,,91,Kamptal,,,Schloss Gobelsburg 2012 Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-gobelsburg-2012-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Schloss Gobelsburg 14.5,Red,Australia,"Despite being full bodied, this is a very drinkable example of Barossa Cabernet. It's not very tannic, but instead offers mouthwatering suppleness. Cherry and red currant fruit notes are underscored by mocha shadings.",,22,91,South Australia,Barossa,,Schild Estate 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schild-estate-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Schild Estate 7.5,White,Germany,"Whiffs of zesty lemon and fresh herbs lend vitality to rich, honeyed peach flavors on this unabashedly juicy, semi-dry Kabinett. An ideal late-summer apéritif at an excellent price, it finishes with a bracing shower of jasmine tea and lime acidity.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett,22,91,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2010 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2010-wehlener-sonnenuhr-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Markus Molitor 14.9,Red,US,"This complement to the Lost Soul Syrah comes from the other end of the Yakima Valley, the Red Mountain vineyards of Klipsun and Ciel du Cheval. Cranberry and strawberry fruit shows good concentration. It's a compact wine with plenty of minerality from the vineyard sources, and an extended finish once it gets some breathing time.",Wild Eyed,48,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2010 Wild Eyed Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2010-wild-eyed-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2010,Mark Ryan 14.1,Red,US,"A very interesting wine, this is bone dry, complex and smoothly tannic. The cherry, blueberry and red licorice flavors mingle with charred meat and oak notes that change constantly in the glass. Tempranillo's acidity gives it all a nice tart bite. Drink now.",Don Miguel Vineyard Unfiltered,45,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2009 Don Miguel Vineyard Unfiltered Syrah-Tempranillo (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2009-don-miguel-vineyard-unfiltered-red-blend-syrah-tempranillo-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah-Tempranillo,2009,Marimar Estate 14.8,Red,US,"This is a huge, extracted Cabernet Sauvignon. It's just what people expect Napa Cabernet to be: ripe, heady, oaky and bold. With deep, classy cassis, plum and chocolate flavors, it should develop additional nuances after 2017.",Salvestrin Estate Vineyard,60,91,California,Napa,St. Helena,Salvestrin 2009 Salvestrin Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvestrin-2009-salvestrin-estate-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Salvestrin 13,Red,Australia,"Yalumba's western outpost has been steadily improving the quality of its wines, and the 2010 21 Barriques represents its top wine to date. The dark fruit flavors are accented by ample amounts of charred oak, but the fruit ultimately wins out. The result is a very drinkable, silky textured wine with a long, toasty finish. Drink now–2020.",21 Barriques,40,91,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Ringbolt 2010 21 Barriques Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ringbolt-2010-21-barriques-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Ringbolt 14.9,Red,Australia,"This dark-fruited, full-bodied Shiraz isn't for the faint of heart. Espresso, dark chocolate, roast meat and plum notes come together in a creamy-textured wine that finishes with a tart, hard edge of acidity and a dusting of cocoa powder-like tannins.",Savitar,72,91,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Mitolo 2009 Savitar Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitolo-2009-savitar-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2009,Mitolo 13.5,White,Australia,"Hints of smoke, lemon curd and grilled pineapple mark the nose, while the flavors run along similar lines—from grilled peach and pineapple to crème brûlée. It's mouthfilling but gentle—a soft, caressing style of Chardonnay that's easy to sip again and again, thanks to a long-lingering citrus note on the finish. Drink now.",,21,91,Western Australia,Mount Barker,,Plantagenet 2010 Chardonnay (Mount Barker),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2010-chardonnay-mount-barker/,Chardonnay,2010,Plantagenet 13,White,Australia,"This is floral on the nose, offering up hints of talcum powder and restrained fruit. Yet the apple, cinnamon and lime flavors bust out on the palate before ending in a long, potent, citrusy finish. Drink now or hold up to 10 years.",Hanlin Hill,22,91,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Petaluma 2012 Hanlin Hill Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petaluma-2012-hanlin-hill-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2012,Petaluma 14.5,Red,US,"This new vineyard-designate blends Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot in roughly equal proportions, from a site adjacent to Red Mountain. Generous, deeply colored, and even more deeply flavored, this supple and aromatic wine—currently a wine club selection—deserves to be more widely distributed.",Candy Mountain Vineyard Red,39,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2010 Candy Mountain Vineyard Red Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2010-candy-mountain-vineyard-red-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2010,L'Ecole No. 41 13.5,Red,Australia,"Vintage after vintage, this wine impresses for its complexity and balance, and the 2009 won't disappoint on those counts. It may not be the biggest, baddest Dry Red No. 2, but it features blueberry fruit and espresso and black olive shadings, a lovely supple texture and a softly lingering finish. Drink it over the next few years.",Dry Red Wine No. 2,95,91,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yarra Yering 2009 Dry Red Wine No. 2 Shiraz-Viognier (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yarra-yering-2009-dry-red-wine-no-2-shiraz-syrah-viognier-yarra-valley/,Shiraz-Viognier,2009,Yarra Yering 12.5,White,Austria,"From vineyards overlooking the city of Vienna, this is a field blend of old varieties. It is crisp and spicy with an exotic ginger note along with its fruitiness, and fresh acidity. It's not for aging but will improve over the next year. Screwcap.",Gemischter Satz,22,91,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2012 Gemischter Satz White (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2012-gemischter-satz-white-blend-austrian-vienna/,Austrian white blend,2012,Wieninger 13.5,White,US,"Iron Horse's 2011 Chardonnays are all fine in their own ways, but this Estate bottling seems to combine many of their best qualities in a single wine. With ripe orange, pear, apple and smoky oak flavors accented by brisk acidity, it shows the Iron Horse signature of elegant balance.",Estate,28,91,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2011 Estate Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2011-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Iron Horse 14.2,White,US,"This Chard is rich yet crisply acidic and complex. Shows plenty of new French oak, but wears it well, with the pineapple, mango, honeysuckle and mineral flavors standing up. Delicious now, and will hold in the bottle for 4–5 years.",Hudson Vineyard,55,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Patz & Hall 2011 Hudson Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2011-hudson-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Patz & Hall 14.5,Red,Italy,"This single-vineyard Barolo shows balsamic aromas of sage, eucalyptus and leather with raspberry notes. The palate delivers succulent black cherries layered with spice, mint and Alpine herbs. Reflecting the forward nature of the vintage, this is already drinking well. Enjoy now and over the next few years.",La Serra,60,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marcarini 2009 La Serra (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-2009-serra-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Marcarini 14,White,Chile,"This small-production Sauvignon Blanc (700 cases) overdelivers on its price by a factor of two or three times. It gets going with crisp, crystalline aromas of passion fruit and briny grapefruit. A pure, juicy, ripped palate offers lime, grapefruit, tangerine and herb flavors, while the finish is minerally and clean.",Cariblanco,16,91,Casablanca Valley,,,Kingston Family 2012 Cariblanco Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kingston-family-2012-cariblanco-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Kingston Family 12.8,White,Australia,"The Lodge Hill Dry is a solid performer year-in and year-out. This vintage shows a hint of fuel oil alongside green apple, bergamot and clover notes. It's a fine, medium-bodied dry Riesling that broadens out just a little on the long finish.",The Lodge Hill Dry,20,91,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Jim Barry 2012 The Lodge Hill Dry Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jim-barry-2012-lodge-hill-dry-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2012,Jim Barry 14.8,Red,US,"Jarvis has tinkered with its Cabernet Franc over the years, and with good results. Today, its Cabernet Franc is among the state's best. Made from 100% Cabernet Franc, it's rich, full bodied and luscious, with notes of sun-ripened cherries. Could pick up some bottle nuance over the next 4–5 years.",Estate Grown Cave Fermented,95,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jarvis 2008 Estate Grown Cave Fermented Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-2008-estate-grown-cave-fermented-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Jarvis 14.5,Red,Australia,"Yes, the same Jacob's Creek that turns out vast quantities of drink-me-now wines at sub-$10 price points also makes this age-worthy Cabernet from Coonawarra fruit. The 2008 is a harmonious wine, blending notes of cassis, cigar box and vanilla into a richly textured, fairly tannic whole. Give it 4–5 years in the cellar.",St. Hugo,35,91,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Jacob's Creek 2008 St. Hugo Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2008-st-hugo-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Jacob's Creek 14.9,Red,US,"This is the kind of Zinfandel sometimes describe as claret-like, which is a great compliment. It's dry, smoothly tannic and complex, with berry, currant, dark chocolate, herb, spice, mineral and sandalwood flavors. Feels really fine all the way through, a wine to savor as it changes in the glass. Great value for the price.",1908 Brignole Vineyard Old Vine,25,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,J. Rickards 2010 1908 Brignole Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rickards-2010-1908-brignole-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,J. Rickards 12.5,White,Austria,"This is a finely balanced, ripe and fruity wine. The texture is smooth, with ripe green and white fruits that are laced with intense acidity. The wine is bone dry but peppery spice gives it a richer feel. It's worth aging this wine at least 1–2 years. Screwcap.",Wechselberg,,91,Kamptal,,,Eichinger 2012 Wechselberg Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eichinger-2012-wechselberg-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Eichinger 13.5,White,Austria,"This is a serious, organically grown wine, that's big, ripe and spicy with a great creamy texture. Very full in the mouth, it boasts rich yellow fruits laced with a chalky, mineral character. Acidity plays a pivotal role in keeping all this freshness in balance. Drink after 2–3 years. Screwcap.",Urgestein,22,91,Niederösterreich,,,Hager Matthias 2011 Urgestein Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hager-matthias-2011-urgestein-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Hager Matthias 13.5,Red,Austria,"This hard-edged wine has bitter chocolate as well as black-currant flavors. Quite young at this stage, this is a dark, powerful, concentrated wine that has both great fruit and a dense structure. Give it four years to mature.",Dornenvogel,30,91,Carnuntum,,,Glatzer 2011 Dornenvogel Zweigelt (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glatzer-2011-dornenvogel-other-red-zweigelt-carnuntum/,Zweigelt,2011,Glatzer 11,White,Australia,"The plumpest of Frankland Estate's three single-vineyard bottlings in 2012, Netley Road offers subdued lime and tobacco aromas, then flavors of tangerine and pineapple. It's softer than the others, but displays an attractively chalky element to the textured finish. Drink now–2020.",Netley Road Vineyard,35,91,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Frankland Estate 2012 Netley Road Vineyard Riesling (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frankland-estate-2012-netley-road-vineyard-riesling-frankland-river/,Riesling,2012,Frankland Estate 14,Red,Australia,"This is more Cabernet Franc than anything else, but includes some Merlot, Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend. One of the region's signature reds, the 2009 offers cherry and cranberry fruit alongside hints of cigar box. It's soft enough to be approachable now, yet remains stuffed with tannin. Try after 2015.",Olmo's Reward,55,91,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Frankland Estate 2009 Olmo's Reward Red (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frankland-estate-2009-olmos-reward-red-frankland-river/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Frankland Estate 13.5,Red,France,"This rich and integrated wine is full of ripe berry fruit and firm tannins. It is a full, concentrated wine, densely textured and structured. There is a good sense of juiciness behind the youthful, firm surface. Give this fine, great-value wine at least four years.",,10,91,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Mayne Guyon 2011 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mayne-guyon-2011-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Mayne Guyon 14,Red,France,"A blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, this is reminiscent of a super-ripe Saint-Émilion. It has both structure and sold black fruits, both of which speak of some good aging. Keep for 5–7 years.",Grande Réserve,50,91,Southwest France,Côtes du Tarn,,Domaine D'en Ségur 2008 Grande Réserve Red (Côtes du Tarn),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-den-segur-2008-grande-reserve-red-cotes-tarn/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine D'en Ségur ,Red,France,"This balanced, ripe and full-bodied wine has good concentration and fine tannins that come from the wood aging and the juicy black fruit. It's an impressive wine, for aging 4–6 years.",Cuvée Prestige,15,91,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Seguin 2011 Cuvée Prestige (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-seguin-2011-cuvee-prestige-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de Seguin ,White,Germany,"Aromatically subtle with scents of delicate stone fruit marked by flint and slate, this Riesling builds in intensity on the palate with loads of luscious white-peach flavor. It's delicate and crisp on the palate with a long, white-tea finish.",Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Spätlese,33,91,Mosel,,,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 2011 Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-heidemanns-bergweiler-2011-bernkasteler-alte-badstube-am-doctorberg-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 14,Red,Australia,"The Terlato-Chapoutier wines offer a refreshing, medium-bodied style of Australian Shiraz. Anise and mint feature prominently in this vintage, plus notes of blackberry, espresso and spice. Drink now–2016.",Lieu Dit Malakoff,40,91,Victoria,Pyrenees,,Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier 2009 Lieu Dit Malakoff Shiraz (Pyrenees),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terlato-chapoutier-2009-lieu-dit-malakoff-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-pyrenees/,Shiraz,2009,Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier ,Red,France,"Firm and concentrated, this wine has ample weight and aging potential. Dry tannins are balanced by ripe berry fruit, juicy acidity and solid structure. Give this dense wine at least five years.",,15,91,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Rousset-Caillau 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rousset-caillau-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Rousset-Caillau 14,Red,Chile,"After this opens with gritty aromas of tarry asphalt, black olive, mint leaf and herbal berry fruits, it settles and deepens. The palate is tight, grabby and firmly tannic, with peppery flavors of dark berry fruit and olive. Toasted flavors rise up on the finish, which is long and masculine. This is an alert, lively, power-packed Syrah to drink through 2017.",Terrunyo Costa Los Boldos Vineyard Block 3,50,91,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2009 Terrunyo Costa Los Boldos Vineyard Block 3 Syrah (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2009-terrunyo-costa-los-boldos-vineyard-block-3-shiraz-syrah-syrah-casablanca-valley/,Syrah,2009,Concha y Toro 13,Red,Australia,"Cullen's 2010 Mangan captures the great potential of the vintage. It's a youthful, juicy mouthful of berry fruit accented with cedar and vanilla oak, but where the wine really shines is its texture, which is richly silky, with a fine dusty quality reminiscent of cocoa powder or ground cinnamon. Drink it now and over the next several years.",Mangan Malbec-Petit Verdot-Merlot,46,91,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cullen 2010 Mangan Malbec-Petit Verdot-Merlot Red (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cullen-2010-mangan-malbec-petit-verdot-merlot-red-margaret-river/,Red Blend,2010,Cullen 13,White,Austria,"This wine is one of a series of single vineyard wines from this Cistercian estate. The wine exhibits the pepper side of Grüner, full and flavorsome, along with spiced pear laced with citrus acidity. The wine is rich aging potential over the next 3–5 years.",Steinsetz Reserve,,92,Kamptal,,,Schloss Gobelsburg 2012 Steinsetz Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-gobelsburg-2012-steinsetz-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Schloss Gobelsburg 14.5,Red,Australia,"This luxury cuvée from Thorne Clarke combines ripe berries with cinnamon and clove, then adds dollops of vanilla and chocolate, yet never seems overly sweet. Likewise, it's full bodied and rich, yet never goes over the top, maintaining a sense of freshness and structure. Drink now–2020, and possibly beyond.",William Randell,50,92,South Australia,Barossa,,Thorn Clarke 2010 William Randell Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thorn-clarke-2010-william-randell-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2010,Thorn Clarke 13,White,Austria,"Now approaching maturity, the wine is showing its tropical fruit flavors and aromas. Ripe and full in the mouth with a rich, but lively acidity, it's an impressive expression of Sauvignon Blanc. Glass stopper.",Zieregg Grosse Lage,,92,Südoststeiermark,,,Manfred Tement 2010 Zieregg Grosse Lage Sauvignon Blanc (Südoststeiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manfred-tement-2010-zieregg-grosse-lage-sauvignon-blanc-sudoststeiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Manfred Tement ,White,Germany,"There's an intense punch of sweet yellow peach on this lip-smackingly delicious Spätlese. Hints of savory spice and struck flint, and a deep, rippling minerality adds complexity and depth through the finish.",Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese,30,92,Mosel,,,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 2011 Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-heidemanns-bergweiler-2011-graacher-himmelreich-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 13.7,Red,US,"A lovely Pinot Noir that shows fine Russian River character. Made from some good vineyards, including Keefer Ranch, it shows an elegant deliciousness of cherry and raspberry jam, cola and pomegranate flavors, touched with new oak. Silky and dry, this polished wine is good to drink now, and will hold for 6–8 years.",,44,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Freeman 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freeman-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Freeman 11.4,White,Australia,"An austere Riesling in the traditional Australian style, the 2012 Isolation Ridge Riesling appears destined to have a long life. Penetrating lime aromas lead into a palate that's high strung and tight, but lined with mouthwatering fruit. An electric vibrancy of citrus and wet stones lingers on the finish. Drink now–2030.",Isolation Ridge Vineyard,40,92,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Frankland Estate 2012 Isolation Ridge Vineyard Riesling (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frankland-estate-2012-isolation-ridge-vineyard-riesling-frankland-river/,Riesling,2012,Frankland Estate 12.3,White,US,"By far the best Dewpoint to date, this tastes bone dry, yet it's succulent, concentrated, and lightly honeyed. The deep flavors of ripe Meyer lemon and citrus just keep on going and going.",Bacchus Vineyard Dewpoint,17,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Convergence Zone 2012 Bacchus Vineyard Dewpoint Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/convergence-zone-2012-bacchus-vineyard-dewpoint-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,Convergence Zone 14.5,Red,Italy,"From a vineyard at the peak of the Sarmassa hill, this shows ripe berry and balsamic aromas and a hint of orange peel. The palate delivers juicy cherry flavors, mint and licorice notes, and has a firm tannic backbone. It also shows the warmth of the vintage, so it's best to drink in 5–10 years.",Bricco Sarmassa,70,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Brezza 2009 Bricco Sarmassa (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brezza-2009-bricco-sarmassa-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Brezza 14.2,Red,US,"Another dry, ageable Pinot from this fine winery. The light, silky texture and brisk acidity make it feel especially stimulating and easy. There's tremendous weight to the red fruits and currants. Give it 6–8 years in a good cellar.",Bella Una,56,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Benovia 2010 Bella Una Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benovia-2010-bella-una-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Benovia 15.7,Red,US,"Bella's only 2010 Zinfandel from the Russian River Valley is high in alcohol, but manages somehow to maintain balance. It's softly tannic and incredibly rich in chocolate, mulberry jam, cassis liqueur, prune and peppery-spice flavors. Delicious, but heady.",Block 10,45,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bella 2010 Block 10 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-2010-block-10-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Bella 14,Red,Austria,"Aging for 18 months in oak has given this rich wine a smooth character, balancing juicy red berry flavors with complex barnyard and wild undergrowth flavors. The powerful combination demands aging even after four years, so give it another 3–4.",Leithagebirge,38,92,Burgenland,,,Kollwentz 2009 Leithagebirge Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kollwentz-2009-leithagebirge-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2009,Kollwentz ,Red,Italy,"From Serralunga, this has a classic fragrance of wild cherry, rose petal, truffle, leather and hints of menthol. The palate delivers a juicy core of black cherry, mint and spice. It has a warm midpalate and big but ripe tannins, but it's a bit shy on acidity—typical for the vintage.",Vigna Lazzairasco,44,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Guido Porro 2009 Vigna Lazzairasco (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guido-porro-2009-vigna-lazzairasco-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Guido Porro 14.5,Red,US,"L'Ecole's Walla Walla Cabernet has a soft-focus silkiness, an almost gauzy character. Behind that film is a wine tasting of wild berries, Bing cherries and fresh herbs, with light streaks of coffee and moist earth. Give this one plenty of decanting and the scrim lifts away and reveals a firm, beautifully balanced and nuanced wine.",,40,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,L'Ecole No. 41 12.5,White,US,"With only 12.5% alcohol by volume, this young-vine Chardonnay is one of the lightest, most delicate Chardonnays the winery has ever produced. But it's not shy on flavor, delivering waves of tropical fruits, peaches, vanilla and buttered toast. Long and sweet in honey, it finishes dry and racy. Defines the new elegant style of Chardonnay.",Kent the Younger,36,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2011 Kent the Younger Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2011-kent-younger-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Joseph Swan Vineyards 14,White,US,"A terrific wine, with a crisp, clean, classic nose of pure, crystalline Sauvignon Blanc. Done in all stainless, sourced from Artz (Red Mountain) and Stillwater Creek (Ancient Lakes), this riot of melon, citrus, apple and sweet hay is just about perfect, with lovely natural acidity.",,18,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodinville Wine Cellars 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2012-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Woodinville Wine Cellars 12.5,Red,France,"Firm and bold, this is a solid wine. Its tannins and ripe berry fruit are upfront, the acidity and fresh character of the vintage in the background. Powered by a dry core, this is a wine that could do with at least five years' aging.",Vieilles Vignes,39,92,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Lamothe-Cissac 2011 Vieilles Vignes (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-cissac-2011-vieilles-vignes-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Lamothe-Cissac 14.5,Red,Italy,"From the Basarin vineyard area in the village of Neive, this shows power and finesse in its typical Nebbiolo sensations of underbrush, floral notes and truffle. The palate has creamy dark-cherry fruit layered with spices and balsamic herbs and a long finish. It will develop fully over the next few years and should age well.",Cascinotta,50,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Negro Angelo e Figli 2010 Cascinotta (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/negro-angelo-e-figli-2010-cascinotta-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Negro Angelo e Figli 14,Red,Italy,"Giuseppe Nada and his son Enrico have produced an earthy and gripping Barbaresco, with floral, truffle aromas punctuated with Alpine herbs. The palate shows layers of dark cherry-berry fruit, balsamic notes of sage and mint, all backed up by a firmly tannic backbone. Best after 2016.",Casot,30,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Nada Giuseppe 2010 Casot (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nada-giuseppe-2010-casot-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Nada Giuseppe 14.3,Red,US,"Half Merlot, 43% Cabernet Sauvignon, the rest Cab Franc, this is now a true (no Syrah) Bordeaux-style blend. The density and lushness are exceptional. A deep, textural palate is packed with ripe black fruits; and the finish layers in delicious coffee and chocolate accents. Tannins add some graininess to the mouthfeel.",Alatus Blend,36,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Kontos 2009 Alatus Blend Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kontos-cellars-2009-alatus-blend-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Kontos 14.4,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from one of Washington's most iconic vineyards, is aromatically appealing with barrel notes of toast, chocolate, and spice alongside earth and dark cherry. It's wound up at present with tart acids and tightly coiled tannins, showing impeccable restraint and elegance.",Champoux Vineyard,55,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Januik 2010 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2010-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Januik 14.5,Red,US,"L'Ecole's Columbia Valley Cabernet is again 100% varietal; the blending magic comes from a mix of excellent vineyards. This is a classy, classic wine, with pinpoint structure and spot-on varietal character. The compact palate is packed with details, and though it's drinking well, it is clearly a wine to cellar for a while longer. Notes of clean earth, clover, herb and light chocolate add depth to a core of black cherry and cassis.",,32,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,L'Ecole No. 41 13,White,Austria,"Yellow fruits lead off this sophisticated wine. With its creamy texture, overlaid by a more steely texture, it's a wine that has aging potential as well as present fruitiness for early drinking. So age for four years or give in to the freshness now. Screwcap.",Terrassen Smaragd,30,92,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2012 Terrassen Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2012-terrassen-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2012,Domäne Wachau 14.5,Red,Australia,"D'Arenberg's The Coppermine Road is always structured—sometimes to excess—but the 2009 vintage seems to have the requisite flesh to age successfully. Cedar, chocolate and cassis notes surround a firm core of dusty tannins. Drink from 2015–2025, and possibly beyond.",The Coppermine Road,65,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2009 The Coppermine Road Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2009-coppermine-road-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,D'Arenberg 13.5,Red,Austria,"Rubin is the name used in Carnuntum for those wines that have been judged by other producers in the region. Walter Glatzer's Rubin is solid, dark, concentrated and rich. It has the smoothness of wood aging while retaining its Bing-cherry and black-currant flavors. With its firm character, it needs some aging for four years and more.",Rubin Carnuntum,25,92,Carnuntum,,,Glatzer 2011 Rubin Carnuntum Zweigelt (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glatzer-2011-rubin-carnuntum-other-red-zweigelt-carnuntum/,Zweigelt,2011,Glatzer 14.5,Red,Italy,"This traditionally crafted Barolo shows earthy sensations of truffle, underbrush and leather along with delicious spice and ripe cherry flavors, along with uplifting mineral notes. The ripeness demonstrates the warmth of the vintage.",Brunate Le Coste,120,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giuseppe Rinaldi 2009 Brunate Le Coste (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-rinaldi-2009-brunate-le-coste-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Giuseppe Rinaldi 13.5,White,US,"Freeman's Ryo-fu Chardonnay always is a tasty, delicious wine. This wine shows a purity of tropical and citrus fruits, with subtle mineral, roasted nut and dried apple complexities, brightened by crisp, lemony acidity. Drink now–2017, but not too cold.",Ryo-Fu,40,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Freeman 2011 Ryo-Fu Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freeman-2011-ryo-fu-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Freeman 14.5,Red,Australia,"Even at seven years of age, the 2006 Stonewell is a rich, thickly textured Shiraz. Dark fruit flavors combine easily with tobacco and cedar shavings, adding some Port-like spice notes on the long finish. Drink now–2020.",Stonewell,95,92,South Australia,Barossa,,Peter Lehmann 2006 Stonewell Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-2006-stonewell-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2006,Peter Lehmann 14.5,Red,Australia,"Prices on all of Penfolds's bin range have surged, but at least in this case, the quality has kept pace. The 2009 Bin 407 is a worthy successor to the super 2008, offering more of the same cassis and blackberry fruit tinged with chocolate and mint. It's full bodied and plush without being soft, ending on firm, dusty tannins that still manage to leave a mouthwatering sensation behind. Past Bin 407s have easily gone 10–15 years from vintage, and there's no reason to suspect otherwise of this one.",Bin 407,48,92,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2009 Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2009-bin-407-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Penfolds 14,Red,Italy,"A fragrant Barolo, showing intense rose and violet aromas with undertones of red fruits and spice. The palate delivers dense dark cherry, white pepper and mint flavors, with a hint of vanilla. It's long and linear but still young, with aggressive tannins that need time to mellow.",Costa Grimaldi,92,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2009 Costa Grimaldi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-2009-costa-grimaldi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 14,Red,Italy,"This shows classic Nebbiolo aromas of cherry, rose petal and spice, punctuated with a whiff of underbrush. The palate delivers delicious berry, spice and herb flavors with obvious mint notes. It's elegantly structured, with ample tannins, but is still tightly knit, so best to let this soften a few more years.",Cannubi,93,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2009 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-2009-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 12.5,Red,Austria,"This is a blend of Zweigelt and Blaufränkisch selected at a tasting of other winemakers around the Gols region. The wine is structured and concentrated, but not heavy, with a good juicy depth of flavor and solid tannins. Black currants and black plums dominate this serious, ageworthy wine. Glass stopper.",Pannobile,55,92,Burgenland,,,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 2010 Pannobile Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gernot-heike-heinrich-2010-pannobile-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2010,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 10.3,White,Australia,"This is a cask-reared, slightly off-dry Riesling fermented with indigenous yeasts that's like no other Aussie Riesling. Some funky mushroomy, umami-like notes accent ripe apple and nectarine flavors, and then a squirt of lime follows on the bright, lengthy finish. Despite its relatively low alcohol, the wine is richly textured and possesses ample weight on the palate.",Smith Cullam,65,92,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Frankland Estate 2011 Smith Cullam Riesling (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frankland-estate-2011-smith-cullam-riesling-frankland-river/,Riesling,2011,Frankland Estate 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a Barolo from the classic school, with a multifaceted, intense fragrance of underbrush, truffle and porcini mushroom, along with whiffs of woodland berries and Alpine herbs. The palate delivers delicious berry, white pepper, mint and thyme notes, along with brooding tannins that need time to unwind. Drink 2016–2024.",Cannubbio,80,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Francesco Rinaldi 2009 Cannubbio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesco-rinaldi-2009-cannubbio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Francesco Rinaldi 7,Dessert,Austria,"This is a delicate sweet Riesling, honeyed and with intense acidity as a foil. The wine is delicate, holding back on its richness with a light touch, and very poised. The wine is destined for aging over at least six years and more. Screwcap.",Auslese,,92,Niederösterreich,,,Schloss Gobelsburg 2011 Auslese Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-gobelsburg-2011-auslese-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2011,Schloss Gobelsburg 13.5,White,Germany,"While dry in style, this voluptuous Riesling is concentrated with richly extracted stone-fruit and grapefruit flavors. A floral perfume persists from start to finish, accompanied by an elegant saline minerality.",Rüdesheim Berg Rottland Erstes Gewächs,69,92,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2011 Rüdesheim Berg Rottland Erstes Gewächs Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2011-rudesheim-berg-rottland-erstes-gewachs-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2011,Johannishof 13.5,Red,Australia,"An unusual blend—60% Mourvèdre and 40% Shiraz—from an unlikely location, this is also an excellent value. It's medium in weight, with a creamy, lush texture and classic dark fruit notes tinged with cigar box and Christmas spices. It's a fine example of the gems still awaiting discovery in the vastness of Australia. Drink now–2025.",Vincenzo Old Vines Mourvèdre-Shiraz,30,92,Victoria,Central Victoria,,Silver Wings 2006 Vincenzo Old Vines Mourvèdre-Shiraz Red (Central Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-wings-2006-vincenzo-old-vines-mourvedre-shiraz-red-central/,Red Blend,2006,Silver Wings 14.1,Red,US,"At first sip, this wine exhibits clean and pure Pinot fruit, expressive of a cool-climate origin. The silkiness and tartness, and the subtle notes of pomegranate, rhubarb, ripe heirloom tomato and oak are delicious. The wine's complexity lends itself well to developing bottle nuances over the next 6–10 years.",Benevolent Dictator,55,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Silver Trident 2010 Benevolent Dictator Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-trident-2010-benevolent-dictator-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Silver Trident ,Red,Italy,"This Serralunga Barolo shows aromas of ripe—almost overripe—black-cherry, spice notes and a whiff of orange peel. The palate delivers a core of juicy black cherry, white pepper, mint and menthol. While not overly complex, it's delicious and well-balanced, with supple tannins.",Comune di Serralunga d'Alba,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giovanni Rosso 2009 Comune di Serralunga d'Alba (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovanni-rosso-2009-comune-serralunga-dalba-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Giovanni Rosso 12.5,White,US,"Despite a price bump from $15 to $18, this remains a superb value. In a portfolio loaded with excellent Rieslings—Ste. Michelle remains the largest Riesling producer in the world—this wine consistently offers the most structure and detail. A perfect balance between sugar (19.8 g/L) and acid is the foundation.",Cold Creek Vineyard,18,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2012 Cold Creek Vineyard Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2012-cold-creek-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14.5,White,US,"One of the best Chardonnays from this vineyard to date, a function of this warm site being able to ripen the grapes in this cool vintage. Racy and tight, it's a sleek melding of citrus rind and flesh, apple and mineral-inflected acid. Excellent concentration and detail through the finish.",Cold Creek Vineyard,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2011 Cold Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2011-cold-creek-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Chateau Ste. Michelle 7.5,White,Germany,"The blossomy floral perfume that opens this wine is intriguing, mingling curiously with whiffs of wax, lanolin and wet stones. Decadently fruity on the palate, it's rich with sweet peach and mango flavor, and lingers long in a swirl of floral tones.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese,32,92,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2010 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2010-wehlener-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Markus Molitor 7.5,White,Germany,"Honey, orange peel and spice notes mark the nose of this remarkably rich, yet sprightly Spätlese. The palate is honeyed in sweetness, even slightly caramelized, yet freshened with piercing orange acidity that stretches out the finish.",Haus Klosterberg Spätlese,23,92,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2010 Haus Klosterberg Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2010-haus-klosterberg-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Markus Molitor 12.5,White,Austria,"An intensely crisp and aromatic wine, this boasts great acidity along with bright fruitiness and a tight, mineral texture. A bright wine with a good depth of flavor, packed with lemon and gooseberry notes. Screwcap.",Engelberg,23,92,Traisental,,,Markus Huber 2012 Engelberg Riesling (Traisental),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2012-engelberg-riesling-traisental/,Riesling,2012,Markus Huber 14.6,Red,US,"The Dissident blend has morphed in 2010; here it is 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Syrah, 22% Merlot and small amounts of Cab Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot. It's a more elegant, refined style, reflective of the vintage, and it works well to deliver supple, sleek and bracing flavors. Mixed herb and blackberry along with nuanced notes of earth and barrel (roughly half new) move gracefully across the palate. Delicious now, but should improve with a few years of cellaring as well.",The Dissident,32,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mark Ryan 2010 The Dissident Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2010-dissident-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Mark Ryan 13.5,White,US,"Just a hint of residual sugar provides perfect balance to this lovely Chenin Blanc, sourced from old vines in the Yakima Valley. The floral top notes invigorate the entry, and the cool climate, old vine flavors mingle seamlessly. A sea of sweet melon, citrus, pineapple and orange creates a broad and flavorful mid-palate, all in beautiful balance and proportion.",,15,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2012 Chenin Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2012-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Chenin Blanc,2012,L'Ecole No. 41 14.5,Red,US,"This generous, Bordeaux-style, Merlot-dominated blend incorporates some old block fruit from a mix of first-class vineyards scattered across the Columbia Valley. Lovely floral and clover notes arise, with bright berry and cassis fruit just behind. Sleek, detailed and long, this is a terrific value as well.",,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2010 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2010-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,L'Ecole No. 41 14,Red,Italy,"This single-vineyard Barbaresco opens with toasted oak aromas uplifted by rose and spice sensations. The palate is loaded with juicy cherry and raspberry punctuated by white pepper and cinnamon notes. This is very elegant, with firm but fine tannins and plenty of length.",Gallina,52,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Oddero 2010 Gallina (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oddero-2010-gallina-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Oddero 14.5,Red,US,"A lovely, brooding wine with barrel notes (68% new American and French) of cocoa and sweet spices mingling with a panoply of cherry, cranberry, herbs and currant. It's subdued in feel with a pleasing lick of acid that draws the flavors out on a long, lingering finish.",RiverBend Vineyard,42,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Fielding Hills 2010 RiverBend Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2010-riverbend-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Fielding Hills 14.9,Red,US,"This is an excellent Syrah, but you'll want to cellar it because it shows great aging potential. It's rich and dense in blackberry jam and cassis flavors, with mocha and bacon notes that add to the complexity. The tannins are profound, but fine; give it at least six years.",Rodney's Vineyard,49,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2010 Rodney's Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2010-rodneys-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,Fess Parker 14.5,Red,US,"Benovia's been on a roll lately with silky, tart young Pinot Noirs that have the balance to age. You'll find complex pomegranate, rhubarb, sweet heirloom tomato and cherry flavors, wrapped into smooth tannins. The acids are standout bright, and will help the wine in the cellar. Should gather traction after 2016.",La Pommeraie,56,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Benovia 2010 La Pommeraie Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benovia-2010-pommeraie-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Benovia 14.3,Red,US,"Conner Lee vineyard fruit is on display here, delivering immaculate flavors with precise detail. Brambly blackberry, strawberry and plum combine in the core, with lightly applied chocolate and vanilla notes from aging 14 months in 50% new French oak. Excellent penetration and depth suggest cellaring this wine for another 8–10 years.",58% Merlot & 42% Cabernet Franc,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buty 2010 58% Merlot & 42% Cabernet Franc Merlot-Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2010-58-merlot-42-cabernet-franc-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot-Cabernet Franc,2010,Buty 13.5,Red,Israel,"Dense and dark, this heady red is a blend of 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 13% Syrah. Powerful aromas and flavors of wild blackberry, cassis, cigar-box spice and licorice root abound on the nose and in the mouth, and carry on through the long finish. The structure is firm and gripping, but perfectly matched to the intense fruit flavors. This wine is balanced and attractive now, but greater nuance and complexity should develop with time; try from 2016–2020.",Reichan Assemblage,35,92,Galil,,,Barkan 2010 Reichan Assemblage Red (Galil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barkan-2010-reichan-assemblage-red-galil/,Red Blend,2010,Barkan 14,Red,Italy,"This single-vineyard Barbaresco has both structure and elegance. The bouquet is layered with forest floor, violet, rose and berry, while the palate delivers ripe cherry, white pepper, cinnamon and mint flavors. The tannins are still youthful and tight, so drink this after 2015.",Basarin,40,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Adriano Marco & Vittorio 2010 Basarin (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adriano-marco-vittorio-2010-basarin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Adriano Marco & Vittorio 12.5,White,US,"Andis's Sauvignon Blanc is a lightly textured and light in alcohol (12.5%) version of the wine that's heady in aromatics, completely aswirl in perfume. In taste, expect exceptional layers of fig, white peach and candied ginger. Delicious and crisp, this white is worth stocking up on in good weather or bad.",,19,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Andis 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andis-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Andis 14.4,White,US,"Here is a smooth and supple Viognier, with a dynamic mix of citrus and tropical fruits. It's well-proportioned, and the phenolic edge to the skin flavors gives nice structure to the finish.",,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),àMaurice 2011 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaurice-2011-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2011,àMaurice 14.6,Red,US,"The Graves is the newest àMaurice Artist Series release—46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Cabernet Franc and 23% Merlot. It's reticent at first, and actually blossomed a full 24 hours after it was opened and tasted. Tightly-wrapped cassis and dried cherry fruit carries a whiff of sweet tomato. With generous airing, the wine gains in both complexity and mass.",,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),àMaurice 2010 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaurice-2010-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,àMaurice 14.5,Red,Italy,"With its floral, fruit, spice and truffle fragrances, this is an alluring Barbaresco. The palate doesn't disappoint, thanks to juicy black-cherry flavors sprinkled with spices and Alpine herbs. The texture is silky smooth and leads to an elegant finish.",Serraboella,58,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Barale Fratelli 2010 Serraboella (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barale-fratelli-2010-serraboella-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Barale Fratelli 13.5,White,US,"A terrific Chenin, one of the best California has ever produced, and one of the few that is a sheer pleasure to drink. It's crisp in acidity, dry yet smooth and sweet in honey-infused citrus, peach, orange blossom and mineral flavors, and the finish is long and spicy. The wine saw no oak, but was aged in concrete eggs, which give it a creaminess that could almost be from oak. The grapes are from the winery's estate vineyard, on Pritchard Hill.",Signature,30,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 2011 Signature Chenin Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-2011-signature-chenin-blanc-napa-valley/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Chappellet 14,Red,Italy,"This is a classic Barolo, with cherry, leather, spice and balsamic aromas. The palate shows wild cherry, white pepper, Alpine herbs and balsamic notes. It's elegant but still young, with structured but fine tannins. To let this fully develop, drink after 2018.",Rocche,90,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Brovia 2009 Rocche (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brovia-2009-rocche-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Brovia 15,Red,Italy,"This structured Barolo opens with underbrush, porcini mushroom, truffle and leather aromas. The palate delivers succulent black cherry flavors, balsamic notes and well integrated oak, The rich flavors and big tannins easily support the 15% alcohol. Drink after 2018 for more complexity.",Badarina,55,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Grimaldi Bruna 2008 Badarina (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grimaldi-bruna-2008-badarina-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2008,Grimaldi Bruna 12,Dessert,US,"An incredible, complex honeyed-almond burst of a sweet wine, just 12% alcohol with 19% residual sugar. With a taste of graham cracker shortbread, toffee and honeycomb, this is a seductive treat, easy going on its own, and with just the right level of acidity to pair with sharp cheeses.",Sticky Finish,55,92,California,North Coast,Marin County,Dutton-Goldfield 2011 Sticky Finish Riesling (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2011-sticky-finish-riesling-north-coast-marin-county/,Riesling,2011,Dutton-Goldfield 14.3,Red,Australia,"Meaty and intense, this Shiraz is loaded with scents and flavors of cracked pepper, pungent coffee, roasted meat and ripe blackberries. It's full bodied yet never seems heavy despite a sensation of warmth on the long, richly textured finish. Drink now–2020.",Isolation Ridge Vineyard,40,92,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Frankland Estate 2009 Isolation Ridge Vineyard Shiraz (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frankland-estate-2009-isolation-ridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-frankland-river/,Shiraz,2009,Frankland Estate 14.5,Red,Italy,"Even in this difficult vintage Mauro Veglio has made a beautiful Barolo from this famed vineyard in La Morra. It has a gorgeous fragrance of violet, wisteria, berry and plum, while the palate delivers succulent dark cherries layered with spice, pastry cream and a hint of chocolate. It's already enjoyable, so drink it now and over the next few years. Imported by T. Edward Wines and Vanguard Wines.",Rocche dell'Annunziata,80,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mauro Veglio 2009 Rocche dell'Annunziata (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-veglio-2009-rocche-dellannunziata-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Mauro Veglio 14.5,Red,Australia,"The Moss Wood Cabernets are typically full-bodied and rather lush, and the 2008 is no exception. The tannins are fully ripe, giving the impression of great suppleness in the mouth, while the flavors blend plummy, fruity elements with meaty, savory ones. The finish is long and harmonious, suggesting ample longevity, although the wine is approachable now.",Moss Wood Vineyard,101,92,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Moss Wood 2008 Moss Wood Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moss-wood-2008-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Moss Wood 14.3,White,US,"Morgan's Double L is usually his biggest Chardonnay of the vintage, powerful in fruit and oak barrel influences. His 2011 shows both of those qualities. The fruit is concentrated in oranges, nectarines and mangoes, while 30% new French oak adds the requisite touch of toast. It's a dramatic, flashy wine that calls for equally upscale food, such as lobster, shrimp or scallops, in your favorite buttery sauce.",Double L Vineyard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2011 Double L Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2011-double-l-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Morgan 14.5,Red,Italy,"This single-vineyard Barbaresco opens with classic Nebbiolo aromas of violet, rose, spice and berry. The palate shows bright cherry and white pepper flavors and notes of menthol and eucalyptus. This is still young and tightly wound, but should age wonderfully.",Roncaglie,70,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Poderi Colla 2010 Roncaglie (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-2010-roncaglie-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Poderi Colla 14.5,Red,Australia,"Lehmann's 2009 may not be its best or longest lived Stonewell, but it's a luscious example nonetheless. It's round and creamy in the mouth, with no hard edges, and easy-to-appreciate flavors of black cherries, plums, toasty oak and menthol. Drink now–2020.",Stonewell,95,92,South Australia,Barossa,,Peter Lehmann 2009 Stonewell Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-2009-stonewell-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2009,Peter Lehmann ,White,Germany,"The palate seems rich with flavors of honey, lanolin and ripe, penetrating yellow peach and mango, but the texture and mouthfeel here are as light as a feather. It's intensely juicy and fruity, but racy acidity and a crushed-slate minerality lends focus and balance.",Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese,28,92,Mosel,,,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 2011 Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-heidemanns-bergweiler-2011-bernkasteler-badstube-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler ,White,Germany,"A burst of tropical mango and melon aromas introduce this juicy, delicately structured Auslese. The palate is sweet with fresh stone-fruit flavors, but keenly balanced with layers of dusty earth and dried herbs that add complexity and depth. Bristling and crisp on the finish.",Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese,38,92,Mosel,,,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 2011 Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-heidemanns-bergweiler-2011-bernkasteler-badstube-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 13,Red,France,"Part of the range of “K” wines from Clos Troteligotte, K-or boasts dark, dense, very firm tannins while still showing black plum and berry fruits. It has concentration and a solid, chunky structure that promises aging over at least 5–6 years.",K-or,17,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Clos Troteligotte 2011 K-or Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-troteligotte-2011-k-or-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2011,Clos Troteligotte 14.5,Red,Australia,"As always, d'Arenberg's top Shiraz isn't all cuddles and charm. It's rather firm in texture, with rugged tannins that impart a dusty edge to the lengthy finish. But this vintage the fruit comes through clearer than it has sometimes in the past, bringing bright berry notes that marry well with hints of campfire smoke and grilled meat. Try a bottle after 2016.",The Dead Arm,65,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2009 The Dead Arm Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2009-dead-arm-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2009,D'Arenberg 14.1,Red,US,"This bottling is proving to be a consistent one for Benovia. The 2010 shows a silky texture, bright in acids and complex in fruit. The flavors are indisputably cool-climate, with a tart cranberry edge to the raspberries, yet there's a delicious sweetness throughout. Give it 6–8 years in the cellar.",Cohn Vineyard,65,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Benovia 2010 Cohn Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benovia-2010-cohn-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Benovia 14.9,Red,US,"Among a strong lineup of 2009 reds from Tulpen, this Merlot is the standout. It's really a Bordeaux-style blend, with Merlot taking up three quarters, and the rest split among Cabernet, Cab Franc and Malbec. Stiff and herbal upon opening, it opens to reveal a firm scaffolding of flavors, with muscular cassis and black cherry going deep into the finish. Tannins are ripe, and carry an herbal edge.",,34,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tulpen 2009 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tulpen-2009-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2009,Tulpen 14.5,Red,Australia,"From the Bethany subregion, this is a medium- to full-bodied, creamy-textured Shiraz. Cracked pepper accents raspberry and cocoa notes, and while some minty-eucalyptus notes are apparent, they're never dominant. Long and lush on the finish, this seductive wine will probably offer its best between now and 2020.",Nitschke Block,50,92,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Schwarz Wine Company 2010 Nitschke Block Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schwarz-wine-company-2010-nitschke-block-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2010,Schwarz Wine Company 12.5,White,Austria,"A fragrant, perfumed and aromatic wine, this is classic Riesling. It has white flower aromas and lightly spicy fruits with a touch of lychee as well as pineapple. At the end, a more serious, mineral texture takes over to promise some development over the next 1–3 years. Screwcap.",,,92,Kamptal,,,Schloss Gobelsburg 2012 Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-gobelsburg-2012-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2012,Schloss Gobelsburg 15,Red,Australia,"This plump, creamy-textured Shiraz may come across as slightly warm to some tasters, but it carries its alcohol reasonably well. Bright raspberry fruit, supple and lush, dominates the palate, highlighted by hints of dried spices. Drink it over the next several years.",The Bogan,60,92,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Kaesler 2009 The Bogan Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaesler-2009-bogan-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2009,Kaesler 14.1,Red,US,"There's a lot of zippy acidity and even some firm tannins in this vibrant young Pinot. The cherries, pomegranates and cola punch right through, like a fist through paper. Its wonderfully dry and light in texture, with balanced alcohol. While it shows plenty of new oak, the wood doesn't dominate, as it did in 2010. Nice now, and it should age for eight or so years.",The Flyer,59,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,MacPhail 2011 The Flyer Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2011-flyer-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,MacPhail 14.5,Red,US,"The grapes come from the oldest portion of the estate vineyard, in the emerging Ballard Canyon area, which is not yet an appellation but should be. This is a fabulous Syrah, rich, full-bodied and delicious in black cherry, bacon, mocha and caramelized oak flavors. Enjoy it young, while it's fresh and fruity.",Originals,38,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2011 Originals Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2011-originals-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2011,Stolpman 14,White,Austria,"Rich and full, this is a powerful wine with concentrated apples, pears and spice in a harmonious whole. The texture is dense, with beautiful layers of fruit and acidity, and a pure final tension. Age for at least four years. Glass stopper.",Wachtberg Erste Lage Reserve,40,92,Kremstal,,,Stadt Krems 2011 Wachtberg Erste Lage Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadt-krems-2011-wachtberg-erste-lage-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Stadt Krems 13.5,White,Austria,"This is a rich, creamy wine that has warmth and ripe pear and currant flavors. Spiced lemon cuts through the dense structure to give a soft yet crisp and clean wine that reveals great acidity at the end. Glass stopper.",Kögl Erste Lage Reserve,40,92,Kremstal,,,Stadt Krems 2011 Kögl Erste Lage Reserve Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadt-krems-2011-kogl-erste-lage-reserve-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2011,Stadt Krems 12.9,White,US,"An excellent Chardonnay, exhibiting cool-climate acidity and minerality. It's modest in alcohol, but also shows luxurious complexity. The flavors are intense, with orange essence, honey and nectarines, brightened by a squeeze of lime acidity. Very fine and complex; for drinking over the next few years.",Rued Clone,48,92,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2011 Rued Clone Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2011-rued-clone-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Iron Horse 13.4,White,US,"This is among the driest Chardonnays Iron Horse has produced. It is elegant in style, with brisk acidity and notes of metal or stones. The wine did not undergo malolactic fermentation. What fruit there is suggests kiwis and limes. Drink it over the next six years, and not too cold.",Native Yeast,48,92,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2011 Native Yeast Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2011-native-yeast-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Iron Horse 7.5,White,Germany,"Intense minerality permeates through this medium-sweet Riesling, adding steely dimension to rich, ripe yellow peach and apricot flavors. The finish lingers long on the palate—a fascinating counterplay of waxy honeycomb notes with a drying black-tea astringency.",Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Spätlese,32,92,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2010 Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2010-zeltinger-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Markus Molitor 14.2,White,US,"Here's the latest in a long line of smooth, silky, fruit-laden Viogniers from Mark Ryan. Citrus and lemongrass roll into fleshier flavors of tree fruits. One month in neutral oak rounds out the mouthfeel, and the mix of vineyards—Ciel du Cheval, Red Willow and Olsen—is terrific.",,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mark Ryan 2011 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2011-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2011,Mark Ryan 13.9,Red,US,"Lighter in texture and more delicately structured than Morgan's past bottlings of Garys' have been, no doubt due to the vintage. It's a nearly half a percent lower in alcohol than the big, tannic 2009. The fruit is outstanding and delicious, as it always is from Garys', offering waves of cherries, sweet persimmons and toast. Drink this beautiful wine anytime over the next six years.",Garys' Vineyard,54,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2011 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2011-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Morgan 12.5,White,Austria,"Equally fruity as perfumed, this is a bright, intensely crisp wine. It is packed with apples, green plums and tight lemon juice. Very textured—chewy almost—and still very young., give this fine wine at least four years to mature.",Ried Klaus Federspiel,,92,Wachau,,,Josef Jamek 2012 Ried Klaus Federspiel Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-jamek-2012-ried-klaus-federspiel-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2012,Josef Jamek 14.2,Red,US,"A tremendous wine, this is characteristic Merlot, with its soft tannins and fleshy, appealing mouthfeel. There's an intense core of cherry pie filling, red currants and heady cherry liqueur. Yet the alcohol is moderate, giving the wine an elegant, supple feeling. It's delicious and easy to drink now, but try giving it 4–5 years in the cellar to let it begin to mature.",Estate Grown Cave Fermented,95,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jarvis 2010 Estate Grown Cave Fermented Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-2010-estate-grown-cave-fermented-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Jarvis 14,Red,Italy,"This classically crafted Barbaresco shows earthy, floral fragrances of rose, spice, freshly tilled soil and licorice. The palate is restrained and elegant, with wild black cherry, white pepper and mint notes all nicely balanced by firm but refined tannins.",Serraboella,55,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Fontanabianca 2010 Serraboella (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanabianca-2010-serraboella-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Fontanabianca 14.5,Red,US,"The grapes come primarily from the Green Valley and Upper Middle Reach areas of the Russian River Valley, and you can detect the cool climate in the wine's light, silky texture, mouthwatering acidity and just-ripe flavors of cherry, rhubarb and persimmon. Elegant and savory, it's delicious now, but will reward 5–6 years in the cellar.",Les Pommiers,65,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,EnRoute 2011 Les Pommiers Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enroute-2011-pommiers-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,EnRoute 13.5,White,Austria,"This is a rich Chardonnay that's very creamy and smooth. Wood aging shows strongly, adding ripeness and spice to the yellow fruits. Richly structured and concentrated, this wine will need at least least three years to develop. Screwcap.",Unplugged,18,92,Burgenland,,,Hannes Reeh 2012 Unplugged Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hannes-reeh-2012-unplugged-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2012,Hannes Reeh 14.5,Red,Chile,"This blend of Carmenère, Cabernet and Syrah sucks you in via spice, herb and black-fruit aromas. The palate feels smooth, rich and saturated, while minty, savory oak notes frame barbecued and black-fruit flavors. Now there's more oak than anything on the finish, but good acidity and balance suggest that things will settle with more time in bottle. Drink from 2014–2017.",Lacruz,56,92,Colchagua Valley,,,Estampa 2009 Lacruz Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estampa-2009-lacruz-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Estampa 12.5,Red,Austria,"This is a sophisticated, richly textured wine that offers spice and solid tannins that are smoothed out by the wood aging. It's complex rather than powerful, with a concentrated, juicy richness on the finish. Give this fine wine at least 4–6 years to mature. Glass stopper.",,45,92,Leithaberg,,,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 2010 Blaufränkisch (Leithaberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gernot-heike-heinrich-2010-other-red-blaufrankisch-leithaberg/,Blaufränkisch,2010,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 14.2,Red,US,"There's a sappiness to this Pinot, a molasses-like richness that's an indication of extreme youth. It's packed with pure, creamy plums, cherries and red currants, with hints of bacon and spices that add to the deliciousness factor. You're best off cellaring this polished wine for 5–6 years, to let it start to mellow. Shows a welcome return to form for this bottling, after two tough vintages.",Gap's Crown Vineyard,57,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fulcrum 2011 Gap's Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulcrum-2011-gaps-crown-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Fulcrum 14.5,Red,US,"It would be easy to dismiss this as just another Napa fruit-oak bomb, except that the lusciousness is accompanied by a fine structure that may even permit this Cab to age for a few years. It has the usual spectrum of ripe blackberries, cherries, cassis and chocolate, but the acid-tannin balance lends it elegance.",Estate Grown,70,92,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 2010 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-2010-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Chimney Rock 14.5,Red,US,"This Carpe Diem Pinot is made by Arnaud Weyrich, who also makes the Roederer wines in Anderson Valley, some of the best known to the region. So it's no surprise this still wine is also stellar—earthy and mushroom-tinged, with a sexy mouthfeel, blue and red high tones of fruit and just a soft hint of spice. It's also priced at the lower end for the Anderson Valley, making it a steal.",,33,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Carpe Diem 2010 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpe-diem-2010-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Carpe Diem 14.9,Red,US,"This excellent Syrah is a vineyard designate that perfectly captures both vineyard and Yakima Valley terroir. It's graceful and complex, lightly peppery, with plum and cherry flavors at the core. The balance and length are superb.",Red Willow Vineyard Lost Soul,48,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mark Ryan 2010 Red Willow Vineyard Lost Soul Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2010-red-willow-vineyard-lost-soul-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2010,Mark Ryan 14,Red,Italy,"This delicious single-vineyard Barbaresco is loaded with juicy black-cherry and raspberry notes layered with mint, carob and white pepper. It has big but ripe tannins balanced by lovely acidity and a long finish. This should gain more complexity over the next few years.",Roncagliette,70,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Olek Bondonio 2010 Roncagliette (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olek-bondonio-2010-roncagliette-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Olek Bondonio 14,Red,Italy,"This single-vineyard Barolo from the heart of Cannubi, the denomination's most historic site, is poised and well-balanced. It offers an intense bouquet of violet, rose and a whiff of new leather. The palate delivers sour cherry and spice flavors wrapped up in firm but refined tannins.",Cannubi,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Michele Chiarlo 2009 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2009-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Michele Chiarlo 14.5,Red,France,"Ink black in color, this is a powerful expression of Malbec. It shows both the intense blackberry fruits and dark plum skins as well as the solid, condensed tannins. Together, these elements have produced a dense, ageworthy wine. Keep for 5–6 years.",La Lande Cavagnac,20,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Domaine de Cause 2010 La Lande Cavagnac Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cause-2010-lande-cavagnac-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Domaine de Cause 14,Red,Italy,"This classic Barolo has an expressive perfume of rose, underbrush, porcini mushroom and cinnamon. The palate shows bright red cherry, white pepper, mint and balsamic notes, with uplifting mineral tones. This is still young, and needs time to open and develop.",Vigneto Cannubi,65,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Comm. G. B. Burlotto 2009 Vigneto Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comm-g-b-burlotto-2009-vigneto-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Comm. G. B. Burlotto 14.5,Red,Italy,"From one of Barolo's iconic houses, this wine is more delicately structured and forward than usual but still bears Giacosa's hallmark finesse and complexity. It has mesmerizing perfumes of rose, violet, cherry, strawberry and hints of cedar. The palate shows lively cherry, mineral and spice notes, and has a smooth, silky texture. Drink now or hold 10 years for more complexity.",Le Rocche del Falletto,260,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Bruno Giacosa 2009 Le Rocche del Falletto (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-giacosa-2009-le-rocche-falletto-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Bruno Giacosa 14.5,Red,Italy,"This bold Barbaresco opens with aromas of truffle, porcini mushroom, leather and a hint of rose petal. The palate delivers ripe cherry flavors layered with clove and white pepper. It's well balanced, with elegant tannins, and while it's delicious now, it will age well for at least a decade.",Riserva,,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Bel Colle 2008 Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bel-colle-2008-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Bel Colle 14,Red,Australia,"This is a dark, chocolaty Cabernet. It's full bodied and richly textured, with plenty of firm structure to support the layers of cassis, plum pudding and mocha flavors, then shows ample length to its velvety finish. Drink from 2015–2025.",Blocks Road,30,93,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Kilikanoon 2009 Blocks Road Cabernet Sauvignon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2009-blocks-road-cabernet-sauvignon-clare-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Kilikanoon 14.5,White,Australia,"Leeuwin's 2009 is a worthy successor to the flamboyant 2008. While perhaps just a touch more restrained in aroma and flavor despite being higher in alcohol, it still shows off flashy notes of grilled peach and pineapple. As always, it's full bodied and luscious without being overblown, and has a lingering finish.",Art Series,89,93,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2009 Art Series Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2009-art-series-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2009,Leeuwin Estate 13.5,Red,US,"The parts haven't fully come together yet in this ageable wine. It has mouthwatering acidity and vastly complex flavors, ranging from ripe heirloom tomatoes, cola, pomegranates and cranberries, to ripe cherries and red currants. With flavors of oak and some hard tannins, it's a natural for the cellar. Hold for at least six years.",Freestone Vineyards Estate Grown,55,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Joseph Phelps 2011 Freestone Vineyards Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2011-freestone-estate-grown-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Joseph Phelps 14,Red,France,"Named after the Roman emperor who allowed vine planting in Cahors, this dense wine layers new wood and dark fruits in an initially velvety style. Only slowly do the complex tannins show through to offer power and enormous aging potential. Keep for at least seven years.",Probus,60,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2010 Probus Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2010-probus-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Jean-Luc Baldès 13,White,Austria,"This is a great wine, with spicy notes accenting the rich pear and lime flavors. It is rounded and full in the mouth, with a degree of concentration that never threatens to edge out the fresh acidity and the touch of pepper at the end. For aging over 2–4 years. Screwcap.",Kammerner Lamm Erste Lage Reserve,,93,Kamptal,,,Hirsch 2011 Kammerner Lamm Erste Lage Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hirsch-2011-kammerner-lamm-erste-lage-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Hirsch 14,White,Austria,"This wine is powerful and rich with dried fruit and intense spiciness. The palate has immense weight, concentration, and complexity, and shows superbly ripe lychee flavor. The youthful structure that needs aging, so give this wine 4–5 years. Screwcap.",Hannah Gebling Erste Lage Reserve,45,93,Kremstal,,,Hermann Moser 2011 Hannah Gebling Erste Lage Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-moser-2011-hannah-gebling-erste-lage-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Hermann Moser 10,Dessert,Austria,"With such intense acidity over honey and lemon flavors, this is wine nectar. Peaches and mangos give the fruit character, while the concentrated berries just ooze sweetness. A wine that needs considerable aging over 5–7 years.",Eiswein,42,93,Niederösterreich,,,Markus Huber 2012 Eiswein Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2012-eiswein-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2012,Markus Huber 14,White,Austria,"This is a great Riesling, that's full, fragrant and very rich. Its weight doesn't take away from its fruitiness, lively acidity and crisp edge. It's dense, concentrated and packed with white fruits. A wine like this needs to age, so give it 4–5 years. Screwcap.",Berg Erste Lage Reserve,56,93,Traisental,,,Markus Huber 2011 Berg Erste Lage Reserve Riesling (Traisental),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2011-berg-erste-lage-reserve-riesling-traisental/,Riesling,2011,Markus Huber 14.9,Red,US,"The Dead Horse is Mark Ryan's book end to the Long Haul. This one is Cabernet-dominated (rather than Merlot), with all five Bordeaux grapes in the final blend. It's dark and fragrant, satiny in the mouth, with appealing flavors of plum, cassis and red licorice. Smooth and lingering, it's a fine example of the Mark Ryan Dead Horse style.",Dead Horse,52,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2010 Dead Horse Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2010-dead-horse-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Mark Ryan 14.9,Red,US,"This is an ageable '09 Pinot from Marimar. With firm tannins, a burst of citrusy acidity and a great concentration of cherry and currant fruit, it's an obvious cellar candidate. Shows the consistent elegance and deft touch of Marimar's Pinot Noirs.",Don Miguel Vineyard Earthquake Block Unfiltered,47,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2009 Don Miguel Vineyard Earthquake Block Unfiltered Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2009-don-miguel-vineyard-earthquake-block-unfiltered-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Marimar Estate 14,Red,Italy,"This classically crafted Barolo has wonderfully floral and earthy fragrances of rose, violet, truffle and leather. The palate shows wild cherry, white pepper and cinnamon layered with carob notes. This is young, tightly wound and shows great energy. Drink it after 2019 for more complexity.",Bussia Dardi Le Rose,80,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Colla 2009 Bussia Dardi Le Rose (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-2009-dardi-le-rose-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Poderi Colla 12,Sparkling,US,"Legendary vintner Dick Peterson made this rosé from 100% Pinot Noir grown at his vineyard in Yountville. It's light, crisp and elegant, with intricately layered flavors of strawberries, raspberries, yeast, brioche and vanilla. The mousse is very fine, the finish long and complex. Even at the age of nine years, it's nowhere near ready. Try after 2019.",Richard G. Peterson Brut Rosé,175,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Amuse Bouche 2004 Richard G. Peterson Brut Rosé Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amuse-bouche-2004-richard-g-peterson-brut-rose-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Amuse Bouche 14,White,Austria,"This is a rich, honeyed, tropical-fruit flavored wine. Opulent and gorgeously textured, wood aging adds spice to the cake, bringing out the ripeness of the fruit and the smoothness of the wine. Acidity and a touch of minerality keep this flamboyant wine in check.",Gloria,80,93,Burgenland,,,Kollwentz 2010 Gloria Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kollwentz-2010-gloria-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2010,Kollwentz 14.5,Red,Australia,"If this wine doesn't quite reach the heights of its 2005 or 2006 versions, that's O.K. It's still terrific, offering complex notes of dried flowers, anise and black cherries, and the texture is lush and liqueur-like in the mouth. The tannins are so soft and enveloping they're hardly noticeable, suggesting this wine will likely be at its best during its first 10 years.",The Standish Single Vineyard,135,93,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Standish 2009 The Standish Single Vineyard Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standish-2009-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2009,Standish 13.5,White,Austria,"This is a rich Riesling, that's ripe with fruits, round in texture and touched with spice. The acidity is very present, giving a steely edge to the wine. With its fruitiness, it is very drinkable now, but will certainly be a more complex and complete in 3–4 years. Glass stopper.",Grillenparz Erste Lage Reserve,40,93,Kremstal,,,Stadt Krems 2011 Grillenparz Erste Lage Reserve Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadt-krems-2011-grillenparz-erste-lage-reserve-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2011,Stadt Krems 14.5,Red,Australia,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Malbec, the 2009 Heytesbury is a medium- to full-bodied wine with a taut line of acidity that accentuates its slightly drying tannins. Cassis and red currant notes predominate, but there's ample complexity in the form of mint, cedar, leather and dusty earth. Drink 2018–2025.",Heytesbury,74,93,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Vasse Felix 2009 Heytesbury Red (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-felix-2009-heytesbury-red-margaret-river/,Cabernet Blend,2009,Vasse Felix 14,Red,Italy,"Ugo Lequio flies below the radar but deserves the attention of Nebbiolo lovers thanks to his consistent quality. His Gallina shows delicious wild cherry, mint and balsamic notes layered with truffle and a touch of espresso. Still very young, this will open up beautifully in a couple of years and develop even more complexity.",Gallina,75,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ugo Lequio 2010 Gallina (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ugo-lequio-2010-gallina-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Ugo Lequio 14.8,White,US,"A huge Chardonnay, so full-bodied and rich, it's almost like a red wine, but that's the Red Shoulder personality. With flavors of buttercream, jammy tropical fruit, orange custard, vanilla, buttered toast and brown sugar, it would be over the top, except for vibrant acidity and a deep minerality. Drink now–2017.",Red Shoulder Ranch,50,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Shafer 2011 Red Shoulder Ranch Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2011-red-shoulder-ranch-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Shafer 13.5,White,Australia,"One of Australia's leading Chardonnays, this is wonderfully mouthfilling and fleshy, yet remains cool and sophisticated. Buttery, toasty and nutty notes accent grilled peach and pineapple flavors, all pulled together on the finish by a refreshing squeeze of lime-driven citrus.",Kevin John,109,93,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cullen 2010 Kevin John Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cullen-2010-kevin-john-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2010,Cullen 7,White,Germany,"Waxy lemon-rind and lanolin notes add earthy complexity to pretty white blossom aromas on this intensely fruity, floral Beerenauslese. It's rich on the palate with concentrated peach preserve flavors, but piercing acidity makes it nervy and fresh. Honey and marmalade flavors extend long on the finish.",Beerenauslese,48,93,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2010 Beerenauslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2010-beerenauslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Loosen 13.5,Red,Australia,"From a special section of Lieu Dit Malakoff, this is a wondrously perfumed Shiraz, dazzling with wintergreen, anise and cracked pepper scents, all layered over blueberry fruit. It's medium in body and silky in texture, with a long, mouth-watering finish that brings espresso to mind.",L-Block,60,93,Victoria,Pyrenees,,Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier 2009 L-Block Shiraz (Pyrenees),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terlato-chapoutier-2009-l-block-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-pyrenees/,Shiraz,2009,Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier 14.5,Red,US,"The word impertinent should probably never be used in a wine review, but it comes to mind with this one. It's fresh and in your face right now, a wine that just doesn't work in the refined company of, say, roast lamb or a fine grilled tenderloin of beef. There's a huge heart of cherries and currants, and the balance of acids and tannins is superb. Clearly a cellar candidate. Wait until 2017 to pop the cork.",Steven,65,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Dierberg 2009 Steven Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dierberg-2009-steven-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Dierberg 14.5,Red,Italy,"Located in the village of Serralunga, this is an estate to watch. The firm's Cerretta Barolo has a classic fragrance of rose and violet, with earthy notes of truffle and mushroom. The palate delivers ripe, delicious black cherry, white pepper and licorice, and big but round tannins. Reflecting the forward nature of the vintage, it's enjoyable now but will improve over the next few years.",Cerretta,70,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Germano Ettore 2009 Cerretta (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/germano-ettore-2009-cerretta-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Germano Ettore 14.5,Red,Italy,"This single-vineyard bottling offers up a classic cherry, leather and balsamic fragrance. The creamy palate shows delicious cherry, cinnamon, spice and hint of vanilla flavor. The structured but ripe tannins need a little more time to unwind, so drink after 2017.",Prapò,70,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Germano Ettore 2009 Prapò (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/germano-ettore-2009-prapo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Germano Ettore 13.7,Red,US,"An outstanding Pinot Noir, but a deceptive one. It's flamboyant in raspberry, pomegranate and cherry jam flavors that are immediately delicious, in the California style. Yet there are subtleties of mushrooms, herbs and minerals that give the wine true complexity. Your best bet is to allow this Pinot Noir to age for 7–8 years.",Aikiko's Cuvée,58,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Freeman 2011 Aikiko's Cuvée Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freeman-2011-aikikos-cuvee-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Freeman 14.8,Red,US,"This is a consistently high scorer for Salvestrin. It's a reserve, best barrels selection, taking the richness of the winery's estate '09 Cab and raising the stakes. Just explodes in blackberries, currants, mocha, smoky oak, with gorgeous, soft, remarkable tannins. Delicious now, but hold off until 2018, if you can.",Three D,125,93,California,Napa,St. Helena,Salvestrin 2009 Three D Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvestrin-2009-three-d-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Salvestrin 14.5,Red,France,"One of the series of three single parcel wines, this is a ripe, gloriously generous expression of Malbec. It has weight and richness, as well as complex, dark tannins. With its blackberry flavor and dense structure, it's likely to age for 6–7 years and more.",Clos Triguedina Au Coin du Bois,45,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2010 Clos Triguedina Au Coin du Bois Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2010-clos-triguedina-au-coin-bois-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Jean-Luc Baldès 14.8,Red,US,"As rich as Jarvis's regular 2010 Merlot is, the Reserve is even bigger. It is, in a word, massive, offering a nuclear detonation of cherries, currants and mocha, even something sweetly meaty, like the charred fat on steak. At this tender age, it lacks subtlety. But it's a complex, tannic wine that should develop well in the cellar. Give it 6–7 years.",Estate Grown Cave Fermented Reserve,140,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jarvis 2010 Estate Grown Cave Fermented Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-2010-estate-grown-cave-fermented-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Jarvis 14,Red,Italy,"From one of Barbaresco's top estates, this single-vineyard bottling has intensely floral and balsamic fragrances and delicious cherry-berry and spice flavors. Its tannins are firm but elegant, and while still tightly wound, this will be drinking beautifully after 2015.",Rabajà,55,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Giuseppe Cortese 2010 Rabajà (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-cortese-2010-rabaja-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Giuseppe Cortese 12.5,White,Austria,"Markus Huber manages to get great ripe, full flavors from his Grüners. That's the main character of this wine, from a single vineyard, that offers rich creamed pear and nutmeg flavors along with a shot of acidity to contrast. Screwcap.",Obere Steigen,20,91,Traisental,,,Markus Huber 2012 Obere Steigen Grüner Veltliner (Traisental),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2012-obere-steigen-gruner-veltliner-traisental/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Markus Huber 13.8,Red,US,"This subtle, graceful Syrah acknowledges the cool vintage and takes full advantage of what it has to offer. It's based upon elegantly-layered citrus and sappy berry fruit flavors, with just a delicate hint of clean earth.",,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2010 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2010,Dunham 13.5,Sparkling,Austria,"A complex blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Weissburgunder, this is a rich, spicy wine, dry in style and with some tannins. It has weight and density, but doesn't lose its creamy, fresh texture and acidity. It should age another year in bottle to get the best out of this serious wine.",Burgunder Sekt,32,90,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Steininger 2010 Burgunder Sekt Sparkling (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steininger-2010-burgunder-sekt-sparkling-osterreichischer-sekt/,Sparkling Blend,2010,Steininger 14,Red,US,"Good structure in this Pinot, with firm tannins and fine coastal acidity. It shows jammy raspberry, cherry and cola flavors whose sweetness is echoed by the toasty oak. It's all a bit unresolved, but give it 5–6 years to knit together.",Paris Mountain Lone Oak Vineyard,54,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Calicaro 2010 Paris Mountain Lone Oak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calicaro-2010-paris-mountain-lone-oak-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2010,Calicaro 12.5,White,Austria,"An intensely fruity wine with refreshing swathes of bright white fruits, this is fragrant and textured with lively acidity cutting through the creaminess. Very pure tasting with great depths. Age for 3–4 years. Screwcap.",Terrassen,16,90,Traisental,,,Markus Huber 2012 Terrassen Riesling (Traisental),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2012-terrassen-riesling-traisental/,Riesling,2012,Markus Huber 14,Red,Italy,"This single-vineyard wine from Dogliani, the spiritual home of Dolcetto, is made with wild yeasts. It's fragrant and structured, concluding with restrained wild-cherry, spice and mineral notes that come together with flair and finesse.",Sirì d'Jermu,18,90,Piedmont,Dogliani Superiore,,Pecchenino 2011 Sirì d'Jermu (Dogliani Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pecchenino-2011-siri-djermu-italian-red-dolcetto-dogliani-superiore/,Dolcetto,2011,Pecchenino 14.5,Red,US,"The blend includes a splash of Syrah, but it's essentially Grenache in flavor, with a bit of funk. Brambly, juicy berry flavors roll into raspberry pie, with a streak of composted earth. It's tart, tangy and moderately complex—a great start for this young vineyard.",Yellow Bird Vineyard,38,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Tulpen 2010 Yellow Bird Vineyard Grenache (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tulpen-2010-yellow-bird-vineyard-grenache-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Grenache,2010,Tulpen 13.6,Red,US,"Though labeled simply Columbia Valley, this is a classic example of Wahluke Slope Syrah. Well-integrated layers of citrus, berry, roasted coffee beans, vanilla cookie and Graham cracker combine into a most accessible, yet complex wine. It's ready to drink, and should be consumed over the next 3–4 years.",,17,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2011 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2011-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2011,Barnard Griffin 12.5,Red,France,"A concentrated wine, juicy and rich in fruit, with ripe blackberries and attractive acidity. There is some weight along with the fruitiness and tannins in harmony with the fruit. Worth aging for 3–5 years.",,19,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Semonlon 2011 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-semonlon-2011-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Semonlon 14.2,Red,US,"This is a big, rich Cabernet whose powerful fruit stars. Blackberries, cherries, plums, cassis, cocoa and oak flavors flood the palate, dazzling despite the firm tannins. This holds its own with more expensive Cabernets from Napa Valley, and should develop well over the next 5–6 years.",,28,90,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Reaper 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reaper-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Reaper 13.5,Red,Italy,"Prunotto's straight Barolo shows juicy, ripe cherry, white pepper and balsamic sensations, and just a hint of espresso. It's nicely balanced, although there's not a ton of complexity. Enjoy it now and over the next few years.",,48,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Prunotto 2009 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prunotto-2009-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Prunotto 15,Red,Italy,"This structured Barolo offers fragrances of forest floor, mushroom, toasted oak and a whiff of leather. The palate shows ripe berry, with spice notes and hints of well-integrated oak. It has bracing but ripe tannins and is a bit shy on length.",Bricco Ambrogio,65,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Negretti 2009 Bricco Ambrogio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/negretti-2009-bricco-ambrogio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Negretti 12.5,White,Germany,"There's subdued elegance to this dry, lushly textured Riesling. The nose is delicately aromatic with whiffs of stonefruit and smoke that build on the palate. Intensely minerally and bright with lime acidity, it finishes long with a rich, slightly viscous mouthfeel.",Liebfrauenstift-Kirchenstück Trocken,63,89,Rheinhessen,,,Weingut Liebfrauenstift 2010 Liebfrauenstift-Kirchenstück Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-liebfrauenstift-2010-kirchenstuck-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2010,Weingut Liebfrauenstift 14.5,Red,Italy,"This earthy and spicy Barbera possesses an intense fragrance of black cherry, plum, clove and herb. The palate shows ripe black cherry, raspberry, white pepper and hints of well integrated oak and roasted coffee beans.",Quass,28,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Pecchenino 2011 Quass (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pecchenino-2011-quass-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2011,Pecchenino 12,White,Germany,"Dusty, stony minerality penetrates from start to finish on this dry, full-bodied Riesling. The palate is austere in flavor with bristling notes of lemon pith and dried herbs, but the mouthfeel is rich and round with a luscious mineral-oil viscosity.",Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Spätlese Dry,32,89,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2010 Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Spätlese Dry Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2010-zeltinger-sonnenuhr-spatlese-dry-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Markus Molitor 14.4,Red,US,"A very pretty expression of Cabernet Franc with notes of cherry, chocolate and floral notes. It's elegant in style with a textured, satiny mouthfeel and a tart, lingering finish.",Weinbau Vineyard,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Januik 2010 Weinbau Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2010-weinbau-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Januik 14.8,Red,Chile,"Pointed, powerful aromas of herbs, olive and tobacco scream Chile. The palate on this blend of Syrah and Cabernet is moderately complex, albeit a bit clipped. Cassis, red plum, herbs and tobacco dominate the flavor profile, while the finish is smooth, with zero heat or bite. Drink through 2015.",Edicián Limitada,25,89,Central Valley,,,Morandé 2009 Edicián Limitada Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2009-edician-limitada-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Morandé 14,White,Italy,"This lovely expression of Arneis has an enticing floral and fruit fragrance. The palate is medium-bodied and fresh, with creamy green-apple and exotic fruit sensations. This is perfect with insalata Caprese or fish dishes.",Capural,16,89,Piedmont,Roero,,Montaribaldi 2012 Capural (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaribaldi-2012-capural-italian-white-arneis-roero-arneis/,Arneis,2012,Montaribaldi 14.5,Red,Italy,"This straight Barolo shows delicate floral and cherry aromas and a hint of underbrush. The linear palate shows restrained red fruit and hints of spice, but it lacks the richness to balance the aggressive and rather drying tannins.",,50,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Paolo Scavino 2009 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-scavino-2009-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Paolo Scavino 13.5,Red,Australia,"This is a sleek, refined middleweight, throwing soft yet punchy notes of cassis, cherry, dried herb and cedar. The vanilla is a bit prominent on the long finish, but at this price, who's complaining? Drink now–2022.",Omrah,20,89,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 2010 Omrah Cabernet Merlot (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2010-omrah-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-merlot-western/,Cabernet Merlot,2010,Plantagenet 14.5,Red,Australia,"This medium-bodied Shiraz is supple, immediately drinkable and complex—what more could one want for under $15? Find plummy fruit, meaty elements, cracked pepper and hints of mocha and a long, savory finish here.",Hazard Hill,13,89,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 2010 Hazard Hill Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2010-hazard-hill-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2010,Plantagenet 14.5,Red,Australia,"Filled with scents and flavors of black earth, cedar and dark fruit, this impressively full-bodied wine demands to be served with something similarly big and meaty. Despite its size, it's open-knit and accessible, with just enough coarse tannins on the finish to cut the richness of beef steaks or braises.",The Laughing Magpie,29,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2009 The Laughing Magpie Shiraz-Viognier (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2009-laughing-magpie-shiraz-syrah-viognier-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz-Viognier,2009,D'Arenberg 12.5,White,US,"This Riesling actually tastes off-dry, to judge by the honey and vanilla bean sweetness that accompanies the citrus fruits. It's brisk in acidity and refreshingly low in alcohol. Continues a string of successful, restaurant-fancy Rieslings from Trefethen.",Dry,23,89,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2012 Dry Riesling (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2012-dry-riesling-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Riesling,2012,Trefethen 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of ripe, lush blackberry and cherry jam, mocha and cassis liqueur flavors in this full-bodied Cab. Tastes younger than it really is, with some brisk acids and firm tannins. Give it another 3–4 years in the cellar to let the parts continue to evolve.",Estate,65,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stryker Sonoma 2007 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stryker-sonoma-2007-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Stryker Sonoma 13.7,White,US,"From one of Steven Kent's favorite Livermore Valley vineyards, Ghielmetti, this vintage of Lola is 65% Sauvignon Blanc and 35% Sémillon, the SB picked first off the vineyard; the Sémillon last of the whites. Whole-cluster pressed, it is briny, with a marine-like influence of savory and steely characteristics. Rich, but not too rich, it's freshened by notes of lemon and lime.",Lola Ghielmetti Vineyard,24,89,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2012 Lola Ghielmetti Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2012-lola-ghielmetti-vineyard-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2012,Steven Kent 14.2,Red,US,"This is a delicious Merlot for drinking now. It's Martin Ray's best in years, a dry, smooth, soft wine, with elaborate cherry pie, blackberry jam and oak flavors that are complex and spicy.",Reserve,22,89,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Martin Ray 2011 Reserve Merlot (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2011-reserve-merlot-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Merlot,2011,Martin Ray 13.5,Red,France,"A rich, sweetly fruity wine, its ripe black plum fruit balanced by fine acidity and layered with wood. It is a solid and dense wine, firm and with great juiciness. Likely to age well for 4–5 years.",Réserve,20,89,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Jean-Michel Cazes 2011 Réserve (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-michel-cazes-2011-reserve-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Jean-Michel Cazes 12.5,White,Australia,"Marked by potent aromas of green apple and lime sherbet, this is an intense, flavorful Riesling that just lacks that little bit of finesse. It's dry and medium-bodied, with a slightly oily, slightly coarse texture. Drink it young.",Killerman's Run,20,89,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Kilikanoon 2012 Killerman's Run Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2012-killermans-run-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2012,Kilikanoon 13,White,Austria,"The perfume develops slowly before blossoming into an enticingly exotic, bergamot-flavored wine. Acidity keeps it fresh but it does end up with a slighty confectionery finish. Glass stopper.",,38,89,Südsteiermark,,,Lackner Tinnacher 2011 Gelber Muskateller (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lackner-tinnacher-2011-other-white-gelber-muskateller-sudsteiermark/,Gelber Muskateller,2011,Lackner Tinnacher 14.5,Red,Chile,"This is black in color, and on the nose it's jammy and intense, with slightly reduced blueberry and exotic cumin scents. The palate offers a smooth texture, depth and balance alongside toasty, blackened flavors of berry, cassis and pepper. A chocolaty, lightly toasted finish is a fine ending to this lively, tasty Malbec.",Reserva de Familia,20,89,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2010 Reserva de Familia Malbec (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2010-reserva-de-familia-malbec-rapel-valley/,Malbec,2010,Santa Carolina 12.9,Rose,US,"This Rhône-style blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Cinsault is a good followup to the winery's 2011 vintage. It's delicate and dry, with subtle dried fruit, herb and spice flavors, and the acidity is nice and crisp. What a tremendously versatile food wine.",Rosé du Tusque,18,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sanglier Cellars 2012 Rosé du Tusque Rosé (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanglier-cellars-2012-rose-tusque-sonoma-county/,Rosé,2012,Sanglier Cellars 13.2,White,US,"Crisp and bright in lemon and apple, Atrea also has a honeyed richness to it, especially on the finish. A blend of almost equal Roussanne and Viognier, the latter comes from Lolonis's very old, dry-farmed vines. Refreshing, this wine is begging for spicy food.",The Choir,20,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Atrea 2012 The Choir White (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atrea-2012-choir-white-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,White Blend,2012,Atrea 14.1,Red,US,"This Foursight Pinot is one of two, in amount of oak used (40% new oak in this case).This is light in color, earthy with mushroom-y spice tones and a darker fruit and oak expression than other, lighter-styled Anderson Valley Pinots. The vineyard is closer to Boonville and thereby typically warmer than the valley's Deep End.",Charles Vineyard,46,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Foursight 2010 Charles Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foursight-2010-charles-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Foursight 13.5,White,Australia,"One of the best unoaked Aussie Chardonnays I've come across, this is surprisingly full bodied and lush, boasting ample pineapple and peach fruit. If it lacks a bit of texture and complexity for not having any oak, the price more than compensates. Drink it over the next several months.",Omrah,15,89,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 2011 Omrah Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2011-omrah-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2011,Plantagenet 13,White,Israel,"Lively and balanced, this shows a wonderful interplay between the rich fruit flavors of grilled pineapple and lightly baked red apple and the oaky tones of sweet spice, toasted cedar and peach pit nuttiness. The medium-weight mouthfeel is filling, but the medium acidity keeps the palate fresh and the finish bright.",,24,89,Judean Hills,,,Tzuba 2011 Chardonnay (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tzuba-2011-chardonnay-judean-hills/,Chardonnay,2011,Tzuba 14,Red,US,"Direct and appealing with notes of dried herbs, cherry, and toast. It's broad in feel with good depth and structure with dry tannins the only thing holding it back.",Limited Release,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Northwest Collection 2010 Limited Release Merlot (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northwest-collection-2010-limited-release-merlot-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Merlot,2010,Northwest Collection 12.5,White,Austria,"From vineyards around the Hardegg castle, this is a ripe, soft Riesling that has both delicious acidity and a round character. Lemon, pineapple and white fruits come together in a wine that only just hints at a steeliness. Screwcap.",Vom Schloss,,89,Niederösterreich,,,Graf Hardegg 2012 Vom Schloss Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graf-hardegg-2012-vom-schloss-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2012,Graf Hardegg 14.3,White,US,"This is an easy to drink Chardonnay made for drinking now. It's forward in buttered toast, honey, pineapple jam and butterscotch flavors.",Bar Lazy S Ranch,45,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2010 Bar Lazy S Ranch Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2010-bar-lazy-s-ranch-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2010,Foley 12,White,Austria,"Per Due, as in a wine for sharing between two people, is a fruity, fragrant, refreshing wine. It has great acidity, lively green apple flavors and just a touch of spice. Very refreshing. Screwcap.",Per Due,12,89,Kremstal,,,Hermann Moser 2012 Per Due Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-moser-2012-per-due-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Hermann Moser 13,Red,Austria,"This intensely juicy wine is packed with red berry fruits, soft tannins and a light touch of wood. It is already a delicious, forward wine that's ripe and full bodied. It could age well for another 2–3 years.",Altenberg,25,89,Carnuntum,,,Glatzer 2011 Altenberg St. Laurent (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glatzer-2011-altenberg-other-white-st-laurent-carnuntum/,St. Laurent,2011,Glatzer 11,White,Australia,"As a straightahead Aussie Riesling for drinking young alongside raw oysters, this has few equals. Scents of petrichor and fresh flower-shop greenery mingle easily on the nose, while the crispness of the high-acid backbone resounds on the palate, ending on a talc-like note.",Rocky Gully,25,89,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Frankland Estate 2012 Rocky Gully Riesling (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frankland-estate-2012-rocky-gully-riesling-frankland-river/,Riesling,2012,Frankland Estate 13,Red,France,"This exotic, spicy wine's wood flavors give it a lively character. This is a medium-bodied wine, not heavy in any sense, its fruitiness and attractive acidity producing a wine that will soon be ready to drink.",,20,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Larose-Trintaudon 2011 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larose-trintaudon-2011-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Larose-Trintaudon 13,Red,France,"This is a bright, ripe wine. It has a sense of lightness, attractive acidity and black currant flavors. This delicious, juicy wine will be ready to drink in another few months.",,15,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Rauzan Despagne 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rauzan-despagne-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Rauzan Despagne 12.5,White,Australia,"This wine shows an intriguing touch of flinty, fumé character as well as ample melon and fig fruit. It's reasonably full bodied and textured for a wine of its ilk.",,16,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cape Mentelle 2012 Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-mentelle-2012-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-margaret-river/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2012,Cape Mentelle 14.5,Red,US,"This is a Bordeaux-style blend, 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, with Cabernet Franc and Merlot filling it out. All the fruit comes from the Stillwater Creek Vineyard. The initial aromas are dominated with sweet, toasty, pretty new French oak, with the irresistible flavors of mocha following. As good as it is, the fruit seems light and submerged, with little depth. This is a wine to enjoy in its youth.",Arctos,43,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Baer 2010 Arctos Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baer-2010-arctos-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Baer 14,Red,Italy,"This elegant Nebbiolo d'Alba has a lovely, bright character and heady aromas of rose petal, strawberry and mineral. The palate is vibrant and refined, offering strawberry, cherry and mineral notes. Will pair perfectly with pasta topped with porcini mushrooms.",Valmaggiore,40,89,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Bruno Giacosa 2011 Valmaggiore (Nebbiolo d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-giacosa-2011-valmaggiore-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2011,Bruno Giacosa 14.5,Red,Italy,"This classic Barolo delivers a lovely rose and violet fragrance and rich cherry flavors accompanied by hints of truffle and tobacco leaf. Still tough and tannic, this may soften a bit, but isn't structured for lengthy cellaring.",Cannubi,35,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Borgogno F.lli Serio e Battista 2009 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgogno-flli-serio-e-battista-2009-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Borgogno F.lli Serio e Battista 13,White,Austria,"A smooth and just off-dry wine, this is spicy and aromatic. It has a line of steeliness that cuts right through the attractive fruitiness. There is also a sense of structure, with a depth of flavor as well as more attractive surface fruits.",Tradition Reserve,,90,Kamptal,,,Schloss Gobelsburg 2010 Tradition Reserve Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-gobelsburg-2010-tradition-reserve-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2010,Schloss Gobelsburg 15.4,Red,US,"A super-delicious candy bar of a wine, with melted blackberry jam, milk chocolate and cassis liqueur flavors, sprinkled with black pepper and star anise. There's a brown sugar quality, but the finish actually is dry. Great price for a wine held back long enough by the producer to begin to soften and mellow. Drink now–2018.",Coryelle Fields Vineyard,25,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Tin Barn 2009 Coryelle Fields Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-barn-2009-coryelle-fields-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2009,Tin Barn ,Red,Italy,"This is an excellent effort from this scalding vintage. It has a ripe berry fragrance layered with incense and orange peel, while the palate shows wild cherry, white pepper and a hint of espresso. It's concentrated, yet balanced, and already drinking well.",Bricco Francesco Riserva,70,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Rocche Costamagna 2007 Bricco Francesco Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocche-costamagna-2007-bricco-francesco-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Rocche Costamagna 14,Red,Australia,"A sculpted, refined expresion of Cabernet Sauvignon, Oatley's 2010 combines hints of mint and dark berries into a wine that offers clean, pure fruit, subtle oak shadings and a long, silky finish. Drink now–2020.",,20,90,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Robert Oatley 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-oatley-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Robert Oatley 13,Sparkling,Austria,"This is a ripe, rich, sumptuous wine that has both great berry fruits and a more serious character. With acidity that plays right through the wine, it is crisp and bright, but full bodied, with considerable depth of flavor.",Rosé Brut,25,90,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Szigeti 2009 Rosé Brut Pinot Noir (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/szigeti-2009-rose-brut-pinot-noir-osterreichischer-sekt/,Pinot Noir,2009,Szigeti 14,Red,Australia,"This elegant, finely balanced blend of 73% Cabernet Sauvignon and 27% Merlot displays the supple, silky tannins for which Margaret River is justly famous. Gentle cigar box aromas and flavors that suggest cherry and mocha round out the wine's ample charms. Drink it over the next few years.",,27,90,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Stella Bella 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stella-bella-2009-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2009,Stella Bella 13.5,White,Austria,"This is a tight, mineral driven wine that's very textured and almost stark in its character. It offers steeliness, brisk acidity, and a palate packed with citrus fruits. Give this ageworthy wine at least five years. Screwcap.",Kittmansberg Reserve,34,90,Kamptal,,,Steininger 2012 Kittmansberg Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steininger-2012-kittmansberg-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Steininger 13.5,White,Austria,"This is a concentrated, fruity wine that is also striated with minerality, giving a firm, almost chewy texture. White fruits are combined with more exotic fruits, and cut with lemon acidity. It's a wine for aging over at least four years. Screwcap.",Novemberlese Reserve,34,90,Kamptal,,,Steininger 2011 Novemberlese Reserve Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steininger-2011-novemberlese-reserve-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2011,Steininger 11,Dessert,Austria,"A blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay, this richly honeyed, still very young wine has all the weight and richness of sweet wines from the southern end of Lake Neusiedl. It is packed with ripe yellow fruits, layered with intense honey and has just an edge of dryness from the noble rot. It's worth aging over 4–6 years.",,,90,Burgenland,,,Steindorfer 2010 Sauvignon Blanc-Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steindorfer-2010-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-chardonnay-burgenland/,Sauvignon Blanc-Chardonnay,2010,Steindorfer 14.5,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-style blend is 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, and splits the rest among Merlot, Cab Franc and Malbec, sourced from six different vineyards. It's a lovely blend, balanced and judiciously earthy, with a mix of red and blue fruits. The blend and balance suggest that a decade of cellaring would not be too much.",Coalescence,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tulpen 2009 Coalescence Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tulpen-2009-coalescence-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Tulpen 14,Red,Italy,"San Biagio's classic Barolo shows captivating scents of violet, mint and eucalyptus. The palate is shy at first, but opens to reveal ripe berry, plum, spice and licorice notes. This has big but round tannins, and is already forward and enjoyable.",,50,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,San Biagio 2009 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-biagio-2009-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,San Biagio 13.5,White,US,"A fine Chardonnay, front-loaded with tropical fruit, Asian pear, and green apple flavors, with rich honey and vanilla from charred oak barrels. With a crunch of acidity, it's Trefethen's best Chardonnay in years.",,32,90,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2011 Chardonnay (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2011-chardonnay-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Chardonnay,2011,Trefethen 13.5,Red,Italy,"This lovely Dolcetto is delicious, fresh and utterly drinkable. It has a classic fragrance of strawberry, cherry and licorice, all of which carry over to the palate, along with earthy notes and a hint of almond. Made to be enjoyed young, this pairs perfectly with pasta dishes and pizza.",San Luigi,13,90,Piedmont,Dogliani,,Pecchenino 2012 San Luigi (Dogliani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pecchenino-2012-san-luigi-italian-red-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,2012,Pecchenino 14.5,Red,Italy,"This traditionally styled Barolo is loaded with tobacco, underbrush and leather aromas. The palate shows juicy wild-cherry flavors layered with spice and roasted walnut. This is tannic, but doesn't have enough acidity for lengthy aging so enjoy it soon.",San Giuseppe,52,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pecchenino 2009 San Giuseppe (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pecchenino-2009-san-giuseppe-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Pecchenino 14.2,White,US,"New oak dominates this brisk, young Chardonnay. It's elaborate in tropical fruit, Asian pears and green apples, with fine, tart acidity making the mouth water, as well as a buttery creaminess from lees and 100% malolactic fermentation. Drink now.",Dutton Ranch,42,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Patz & Hall 2011 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2011-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Patz & Hall 14.5,Red,Italy,"This shows hallmark Nebbiolo aromas of violet, rose, earth and forest floor. The silky palate delivers ripe black cherry and balsamic notes, smooth tannins and just enough fresh acidity. This is ready now.",,50,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Negretti 2009 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/negretti-2009-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Negretti 15,Red,Australia,"The grapes for this uniquely styled Cabernet are partially dried prior to pressing, but there's no overt sense of raisination to this wine. Instead, it delivers crisp red fruit, hints of dried herbs and crushed tobacco. The ample tannins are a bit grainy in texture but should go nicely with rare beef or lamb.",Serpico,72,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Mitolo 2009 Serpico Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitolo-2009-serpico-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Mitolo 13.8,Red,US,"The ever-popular Three Legged Red keeps the quality high in this new vintage. Tart raspberry fruit fills the mouth, with good concentration and some snap to the finish. This is simply delicious, and ready for warm weather sipping.",Three Legged,19,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2011 Three Legged Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2011-three-legged-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2011,Dunham 14.5,Red,US,"This is Coppola's best 2011 Pinot Noir, out of several produced under different brand names. It has a stylish mouthfeel of silk and satin that's pure Pinot. Meanwhile, the flavors are lush, suggesting oak-influenced raspberries.",Kylah's Vineyard Reserve,38,90,California,California Other,California,Francis Coppola 2011 Kylah's Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-coppola-2011-kylahs-vineyard-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Francis Coppola 8.5,White,Germany,"Notes of lemon and cherry blossom brighten tones of crushed stone and slate on this semi-dry Riesling. Juicy and ripe with flavors of melon and white peach, it's intensely fruity and floral but honed with reverberating minerality on the finish.",Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese,32,90,Mosel,,,Dr. Hermann 2010 Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-hermann-2010-urziger-wurzgarten-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Hermann 9,White,Germany,A tinge of white flower mingles with notes of honeycomb and lemon rind on this beautifully complex semi-dry Riesling. The palate is rich with sweet yellow peach and honey flavors balanced by citrus acidity and a bristle of black-tea astringency.,Erdener Treppchen Herzlay Spätlese,35,90,Mosel,,,Dr. Hermann 2010 Erdener Treppchen Herzlay Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-hermann-2010-erdener-treppchen-herzlay-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Hermann 12.5,White,Austria,"This wine is dense and fruity, yet still a fresh and lively wine. The contrast between rich yellow fruits and crisp acidity gives the wine a good tension, offering a fine texture and nervous edge. Great to drink now, but worth aging a year. Screwcap.",Hasel,,90,Kamptal,,,Eichinger 2012 Hasel Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eichinger-2012-hasel-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Eichinger 14.5,Red,France,"Old vines are the core of this concentrated wine. It is powerful and weighty, a dense mass of blackberry fruit, dark chocolate and spice from large amounts of new wood aging. It's definitely a wine that makes a statement. Age for 4–5 years.",Esprit de Parenchère,,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Parenchère 2010 Esprit de Parenchère (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-parenchere-2010-esprit-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Parenchère 13.5,Red,France,"New wood aromas come through strongly in this firm, solid wine. The wood is a prominent element, giving spice and a burnt edge. Under this is ripe fruit character—black currants and berries that need another 3–5 years to show their best.",,20,90,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château la Tour de By 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-by-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Tour de By 14.5,Red,US,"Enormously ripe, forward and succulent in blackberries, cassis, raisins and chocolate, with rich tannins and a long, dry, spicy finish. Very fine, yet unresolved now, with internal conflicts. Wants some age, so give it 5–6 years, because high alcohol and overripeness will eventually dominate.",Clone 7,85,90,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 2010 Clone 7 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-2010-clone-7-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Chimney Rock 14,Red,Chile,"This red blend has characteristics of late-harvested grapes from a cool year. Aromas of prune and blueberry are cool and mellow but not lifted. The palate is smooth, with blackberry, baked plum and chocolate flavors. A mild, slightly pasty tasting finish is rich but hollows out quickly. Drink now.",Red One,25,90,Maule Valley,,,Chilcas 2010 Red One Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2010-red-one-maule-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Chilcas 13.5,White,Austria,"Rounded and rich, this wine exhibits layers of creamy, ripe pears and apples with a touch of spice. It's a soft. full-bodied, concentrated wine, with acidity buried in the ripe texture. It is a wine that could well age for a couple of years.",Rosenberg,,90,Wagram-Donauland,,,Anton Bauer 2011 Rosenberg Weissburgunder (Wagram-Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anton-bauer-2011-rosenberg-pinot-blanc-weissburgunder-wagram-donauland/,Weissburgunder,2011,Anton Bauer 8,White,Germany,"Hints of crushed slate lend a smoky, flinty character to concentrated flavors of tangerine and quince preserve in this beautiful off-dry Riesling. It's intensely fruity, but anchored in minerality from start to finish.",Trittenheimer Apotheke Kabinett,25,90,Mosel,,,Ansgar Clüsserath 2010 Trittenheimer Apotheke Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ansgar-clusserath-2010-trittenheimer-apotheke-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Ansgar Clüsserath 14.5,Red,US,"This new entry into the Cabernet sweepstakes is promising. It's very ripe and concentrated in berries, cherries, currants and chocolate, in the manner of a mountain vineyard. The tannins are strong, but pliant, making it drinkable now. But something about it suggests the cellar. Give it three more years, by which time it will be eight years of age.",Reserve,40,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Amaro Vineyard 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaro-vineyard-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Amaro Vineyard 14.1,White,US,"This Chardonnay is made in a leaner, lower alcohol style. In place of the fat, rich fruit of some Chards you'll find a tart minerality, with the citrus and peach flavors containing hints of sweet green peas. Gains extra points for elegance.",Floodgate Vineyard Clone 95,40,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Alysian 2010 Floodgate Vineyard Clone 95 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alysian-2010-floodgate-vineyard-clone-95-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Alysian 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a classically crafted Barolo with Nebbiolo's quintessential fragrance of rose, cherry and balsamic herbs. The palate is still tightly wound but shows wild cherry and spice, with firm but fine tannins. Needs time to develop complexity. Best after 2015.",Cannubi Riserva,60,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Borgogno F.lli Serio e Battista 2006 Cannubi Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgogno-flli-serio-e-battista-2006-cannubi-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Borgogno F.lli Serio e Battista 14,Red,US,"The 2010 Wildebeest red—a Buty “super second”—is 77% Syrah, 14% Cabernet Sauvignon and 9% Cabernet Franc. Bright and tangy, it offers brambly fruit flavors—boysenberry and raspberry—along with sweet cherry. It's loaded with spice and lightly tasting of licorice. Young, fresh and fruit-driven, it has the structure to improve over the next five or six years.",Wildebeest,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Beast 2010 Wildebeest Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beast-2010-wildebeest-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Beast 13.5,Red,Austria,"This smooth, wood-aged wine is richly tannic and packed with new wood flavors. Ripe red berries offer fruitiness and acidity. It has a fine depth of flavor and density, making it likely to age for several years, at least four. Screwcap.",Rot Heideboden,18,90,Burgenland,,,Hannes Reeh 2011 Rot Heideboden Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hannes-reeh-2011-rot-heideboden-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2011,Hannes Reeh 14.3,White,US,"Jax has struggled to find a style to their Chardonnay. This 2011 is their finest effort to date, although it does show the effects of the chilly vintage, being tight and tart. With lime, orange and papaya flavors, enriched with new French oak, it's rich, yet elegant and restrained.",Cold Creek Ranch Vineyard,38,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Jax 2011 Cold Creek Ranch Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jax-2011-cold-creek-ranch-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Jax 14.5,Red,Australia,"The blend in this torrid vintage is 68% Shiraz, 32% Cabernet, which somehow manages to avoid any sense of baked or raisined fruit. There's a slightly medicinal, eucalyptus note, common in wines from this big gumtree region, but also red currant and cherry fruit, a creamy, supple texture and a long finish dusted with cocoa powder. Drink now–2020.",Parson's Flat,42,90,South Australia,Padthaway,,Henry's Drive Vignerons 2008 Parson's Flat Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henrys-drive-vignerons-2008-parsons-flat-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-padthaway/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Henry's Drive Vignerons 14.4,Red,US,"This is a blend of 67% Syrah and 33% Cabernet Sauvignon from Red Willow and Dineen, respectively. Though it falls on the lighter side for Washington Syrah, it's proportionate and pleasing, with strawberry fruit, mocha and toast. Tannins are fine and slender; though drinking well now, this could be cellared for awhile longer.",2 Spires,34,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),William Church 2010 2 Spires Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-church-2010-2-spires-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,William Church 14,Red,Australia,"This is a solid value in the world of Cabernet. Textbook notes of cassis and mint lead the way, framed by supple tannins and dressed up with hints of graham crackers and black tea. This is medium to full in weight, with a mouthwatering, velvety finish that belies its price point. Drink now–2020+.",Book Ends,21,90,Western Australia,Western Australia,,West Cape Howe 2009 Book Ends Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/west-cape-howe-2009-book-ends-cabernet-sauvignon-western/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,West Cape Howe 12.5,Red,France,"This ripe, smoky, wood-aged wine shows ample fruit as well as solid tannins. The wine has richness and spice, the wood well balanced by black plum and final juiciness.",,,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Roc de Ségur 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roc-segur-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Roc de Ségur 13,Red,France,"A dry, firm wine, full of its tannins. The juiciness underneath promises black currant brightness in six months to a year. With ample acidity and a fine sense of structure, this wine is concentrated and rich.",,15,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Peynaud-Bagnac 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-peynaud-bagnac-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Peynaud-Bagnac 14.4,White,US,"Lots of muscle in this punchy Sauvignon Blanc, with its ripe lemon, lime, orange and papaya flavors, made bright by crisp acidity. Despite a streak of honey, the finish is dry. Additional richness is provided by barrel fermentation and the addition of a little Sémillon.",,24,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bougetz 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bougetz-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Bougetz 15.3,Red,US,"Thick, heavy, potent and mouth-coating, this is a liquorous, almost syrupy wine, sure to please those who like big fruit, big tannins, and big barrel flavors. Chocolate, espresso, tar and bourbon barrel flavors dominate, in keeping with the house style.",Bacchus Vineyard,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barrister 2009 Bacchus Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2009-bacchus-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2009,Barrister 13.5,Red,France,"This structured, fruity wine has a core of dense tannins. The firm smokiness from wood marries well with the blackberry fruit and tight acidity. Well balanced, and likely to age well for 4–6 years.",,35,90,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château de Panigon 2011 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-panigon-2011-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de Panigon ,Red,Italy,"This single-vineyard Barolo offers a rich fragrance of spice, berry, leather and truffle, while the palate delivers dark cherry flavors layered with mint, licorice, espresso and toasted notes. Showing the heat of the vintage, this is already a bit evolved but will drink well for the next few years.",Parafada,62,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Palladino 2009 Parafada (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palladino-2009-parafada-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Palladino ,White,Germany,"Wet stone and earth notes add a distinct minerality to intensely fruity peach and apricot flavors on this ripe, but dainty Riesling. Zippy acidity and a flurry of fresh, green herbs make for a brisk finish.",Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese,29,90,Mosel,,,Peter Nicolay 2011 Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2011-bernkasteler-badstube-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Peter Nicolay 14.9,Red,Israel,"This is a balanced and complex fifty-fifty blend, with herbal accents of licorice root, coffee bean and foliage that mingle harmoniously with ripe fruit notes of blackberry, wild raspberry and cherry. Medium weight and lushly textured, but not overdone, with a long finish that delivers light hints of mocha and pepper.",,39,90,Galilee,,,Pelter 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pelter-2010-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2010,Pelter 14.5,Red,Italy,"Made from Dolcetto aged in large Slavonian casks, this Dogliani Superiore is stunning. It's loaded with delicious black-fruit flavors, licorice, white pepper and almond notes, and while it's structured, it's also elegant, with ample depth. This is a connoisseur's Dolcetto.",Bricco Botti,25,90,Piedmont,Dogliani Superiore,,Pecchenino 2010 Bricco Botti (Dogliani Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pecchenino-2010-bricco-botti-italian-red-dolcetto-dogliani-superiore/,Dolcetto,2010,Pecchenino 13.9,Red,US,This Cab wants a few more years to let its internal inconsistencies resolve. The primary cherry and blackberry fruit has faded and is turning nutty. But it's still pretty tannic. Needs to throw some sediment to let the inherent fruit emerge. Try after 2016.,Bell Mountain Vineyard,52,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Medlock Ames 2008 Bell Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medlock-ames-2008-bell-mountain-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Medlock Ames 14,Red,Australia,"An easy-drinking introduction to Shiraz from Western Australia's Great Southern region, the 2010 Omrah offers gentle cherry and cedar notes accented by hints of chocolate and roasted meat. It's medium to full bodied, with a round, supple mouthfeel that ends in a wash of softly dusty tannins.",Omrah,20,90,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 2010 Omrah Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2010-omrah-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2010,Plantagenet 14.5,Red,Chile,"Earthy aromas include pencil eraser, wild herbs and eucalyptus along with tea and blackberry. This is very smooth and lush in the mouth, a reflection of a warm vintage. Flavors of olive, herbs, tobacco and black fruits are textbook for the variety, while a mellow, polished finish is silky and easygoing. Drink through 2016.",Edición Limitada,23,90,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2009 Edición Limitada Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2009-edicion-limitada-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Morandé 14.5,Red,Chile,"This wine from the Santa Carolina family opens with ripe blackberry, prune and minerally aromas. It's rubbery and deep on the palate, with dark, toasty flavors of blackberry and bitter chocolate. A lightly herbal and spicy tasting finish with medium intensity fades away with lactic creaminess.",Raices Nobles,21,90,Maipo Valley,,,Ochagavia 2010 Raices Nobles Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ochagavia-2010-raices-nobles-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Ochagavia 14.5,White,US,"Still youthful and showing a fair amount of barrel in the nose, this unfined and unfiltered single-vineyard Chardonnay will benefit from another few years of cellaring. Fresh apple and peach flavors anchor a solid mid palate.",Conner Lee Vineyard,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),àMaurice 2010 Conner Lee Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaurice-2010-conner-lee-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2010,àMaurice 14,Red,Chile,"Oak, resin, vanilla and creamy aromas run side by side with cherry, cassis and berry scents on this blend of Cabernet, Carmenère, Petit Verdot and Syrah. The palate is tight, juicy and textured, with good density. Flavors of creamy oak, mocha, raspberry and plum set up a medium-length, strong finish. Drink through 2017.",Axel Primero,40,90,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2010 Axel Primero Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2010-axel-primero-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2010,La Playa 12.8,Rose,US,"La Clarine Farm's rosé is slightly cloudy, sourced mostly from Syrah grapes, with unusual additions of Mourvèdre, Sémillon and Viognier. Winemaker Hank Beckmeyer says the Syrah grapes barely ripen and that's why he likes them for this wine. Light at 12.8% alcohol, it's an intriguing melange of earthy dark strawberry and mint, crisp in acidity.",,17,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,La Clarine Farm 2012 Rosé (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarine-farm-2012-rose-sierra-foothills/,Rosé,2012,La Clarine Farm 14,White,Austria,"This is a warm style of Sauvignon Blanc that brings out ripe peach and apricot flavors, balanced by a crisp acidity. It has weight, and shows the warmth of the climate and richness of the soil.",Steinmühle,50,90,Burgenland,,,Kollwentz 2011 Steinmühle Sauvignon Blanc (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kollwentz-2011-steinmuhle-sauvignon-blanc-burgenland/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Kollwentz 14,Red,Austria,"This is a big, bold and fruity wine that's full of black fruits, dark plums and rich berries. It has a juicy character over firm, dense tannins from the Föllikberg Vineyard on the west side of Neusiedlersee. It is dark and dry, and likely to benefit from at least four years' aging.",Föllikberg,35,90,Burgenland,,,Kollwentz 2010 Föllikberg Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kollwentz-2010-follikberg-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2010,Kollwentz 14.5,Red,US,"This wine is very young and needs time to come together. Currently, it's all about tart acidity and fresh, penetrating Dr. Pepper, cherry, pomegranate and oak flavors. It's elegant and complex, with the potential to develop for 6–8 years, maybe longer.",Sessions Vineyard,95,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 2010 Sessions Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-2010-sessions-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Hanzell 12.8,White,US,"Ripe, flashy fruit stars in this unoaked Chardonnay, in the form of pineapples, kiwis, limes and pears. The grapes for this delicious wine come from the winery's estate vineyard, in the cool southwestern pocket of the Russian River Valley.",Unoaked,27,90,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2011 Unoaked Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2011-unoaked-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Iron Horse 8,White,Germany,"Tantalizing spice notes mix with aromas of quince and lanolin on this fabulous bargain Riesling. While intensely tropical on the palate, it's remarkably nuanced with hints of potpourri, white flowers, and a sharp, steely acidity. Perfect as an aperitif, or paired with spicy, herbaceous Asian cuisine.",Kabinett,13,90,Mosel,,,Karl Kaspar 2010 Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/karl-kaspar-2010-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Karl Kaspar 14.5,Red,US,"This is a rich, robust Pinot Noir, defining the big, tannic style. It explodes in cherry, cola and pomegranate fruit flavors, with the added note of caramelized oak. You can drink this wine now, but it should hold in the bottle for 6–8 years, gradually mellowing. The vineyard is in the cooler southern part of the valley, near Carneros.",Los Olivos,42,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Maldonado 2011 Los Olivos Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maldonado-2011-los-olivos-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Maldonado 14,Red,Australia,"There's a lot to like in this effort: ample dark fruit, complex notions of tea leaves and dried grasses, and a richly textured, long finish. The wine is medium bodied and not very tannic, making it easy to sip repeatedly. Drink it over the next 8–10 years.",Finisterre,30,90,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Robert Oatley 2009 Finisterre Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-oatley-2009-finisterre-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Robert Oatley 13,White,Germany,"Whiffs of slate and petrol add nuance to white flower and pineapple aromas on this intensely minerally, dry Riesling. The palate is lush and full with ripe nectarine flavor, freshened with a swathe of fresh green herbs on the finish.",Trocken,25,90,Rheinhessen,,,Rheingraf 2011 Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rheingraf-2011-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2011,Rheingraf 13,White,Austria,"This concentrated, ripe wine boasts apricot flavors and great balancing acidity. It's pure in feeling with a tangy, mineral structure and focused fruit and acidity giving freshness. Screwcap.",Reserve,28,90,Thermenregion,,,Gebeshuber 2011 Reserve White (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spaetrot-gebeshuber-2011-reserve-white-blend-austrian-thermenregion/,Austrian white blend,2011,Gebeshuber 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Barolo shows the forwardness of the vintage—it's delicious now. The fragrance shows ripe plum, balsamic herbs and a whiff of leather. The palate offers lush black cherry and plum flavors layered with coffee and chocolate notes and big but ripe tannins. Imported by Superior Wines and Specialty Cellars.",Roggeri,68,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ciabot Berton 2009 Roggeri (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciabot-berton-2009-roggeri-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Ciabot Berton 13,White,US,"With 12% Sémillon in the blend, this is a lovely, fresh, almost exuberant Sauvignon Blanc. Bracing and textural, with good varietal character but no excessive herbaceousness, it's loaded with fruit flavors of melon, grapefruit, kiwi and apple. A fine mix of precision and length.",,11,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2012-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Chateau Ste. Michelle 11.5,White,Australia,"Despite its relatively low alcohol level, this comes across as reasonably mouthfilling and rich. Smoky notes from barrel fermentation emerge with air, accenting white nectarine and citrus fruit. It's one of the few blends of this type to show the textural interest of a good white Graves.",Cullen Vineyard,35,90,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cullen 2011 Cullen Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cullen-2011-vineyard-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-margaret-river/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2011,Cullen 12.4,White,US,"A blend of Pinot Gris and Gewürztraminer, it's vibrantly aromatic with notes of spice, white grapefruit, and lychee. The concrete tank aging provides a sense of freshness while Celilo Vineyard's electric acidity beautifully balances out the residual sugar (16.3 g/L).",Alba Celilo Vineyard,20,90,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Cor Cellars 2012 Alba Celilo Vineyard Pinot Gris-Gewürztraminer (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cor-cellars-2012-alba-celilo-vineyard-white-blend-pinot-gris-gewurztraminer-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Pinot Gris-Gewürztraminer,2012,Cor Cellars 10.7,White,US,"Certainly among the most unusual wines from this vineyard, here is a Pinot Gris with 30 g/L residual sugar and alcohol under 11%. There is sufficient acidity—along with the minerality that the vineyard is known for—to keep the flavors of citrus rind and flesh well rounded and buoyant. Sweet enough to pair with a fruity dessert.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Drizzle,19,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Convergence Zone 2012 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Drizzle Pinot Gris (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/convergence-zone-2012-ciel-cheval-vineyard-drizzle-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Pinot Gris,2012,Convergence Zone 13,Red,France,"This big, spicy wine is very smooth and rich now, but also has the potential to age. Dusty tannins, perfumed fruits and a rich dense character offer the potential to drink in a year. This is a great expression of Cahors.",K-lys,24,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Clos Troteligotte 2011 K-lys Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-troteligotte-2011-k-lys-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Clos Troteligotte 14.5,Red,US,"Like many wines from the cool 2010 vintage in Washington, this one takes a considerable amount of time to get going. Once it does, you'll know it was worth the wait. The first release from this winery, it boasts a complex medley of herbs, cherries, olives and dusty earth. It's rounded and supple, with tart acidity. The oak (35% new French) is dialed back, to allow the fruit to shine through.",,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Double Canyon 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/double-canyon-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Double Canyon 13.5,Red,US,"Right out of the bottle, this single vineyard Pinot is rich. The flavors of raspberry and cherry pie, sprinkled with cinnamon and brown sugar, are delicious and direct. You can certainly drink it now, but the acid-tannin balance suggests the wine will develop and improve over the next 5–6 years.",Durell Vineyard,50,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,De Loach 2010 Durell Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2010-durrell-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,De Loach 14,White,Italy,"Crafted by one of Barolo's finest producers, this Arneis rocks. It's loaded with creamy Granny Smith and mineral sensations, accompanied by hints of Alpine herbs. The palate is structured but restrained, with a long, quenching finish. Imported by Masciarelli Wine Co, Moonlight Wine Co.",,25,90,Piedmont,Roero,,Giacomo Fenocchio 2012 Roero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-fenocchio-2012-italian-white-arneis-roero-arneis/,Arneis,2012,Giacomo Fenocchio 14.9,Red,US,"As Washington-grown Syrah takes the national spotlight, this entry from Gamache should be on everyone's radar. It's a very well-made example of the classic Washington style, with a bright mix of berry, composted earth, licorice and black tea, backed with citrusy acids. Moderate in density, despite relatively high alcohol, it's good for drinking over the next five years.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gamache 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamache-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Gamache 14.8,Red,US,"The signature on the bottle is Gina Gallo's, and what a lovely Cabernet this is. It's rich, brimming with black currants, cocoa and oak, and the tannins are as smooth as velvet. Tastes so delicious now, there's no reason not to drink it up.",,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Gallo Signature Series 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-signature-series-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Gallo Signature Series 14.5,Red,Italy,"This single-vineyard Barolo is fragrant, with violet, leather and underbrush aromas. The palate shows bright red-cherry flavors and layers of cinnamon and other spices. Despite the forward nature of the vintage, this actually needs a few more years to open up.",Gramolere,64,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Fratelli Alessandria 2009 Gramolere (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-alessandria-2009-gramolere-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Fratelli Alessandria 14.9,Red,US,"Rich cherry fruit anchors this excellent, estate-grown Merlot. It's lush and textural, with deep, dark fruit flavors and pleasant roasted notes of coffee and smoke. Half the barrels were new American oak, the rest French, mostly new.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gamache 2009 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamache-2009-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2009,Gamache 10.5,White,Australia,"The most aromatically complex of the FE 2012 Rieslings, the Poison Hill offers beguiling scents of tangerine sherbet and Earl Grey tea. It's almost too perfumy for its soft, medium-bodied structure and slightly dusty-textured finish, but those floral elements are also its appeal. Drink now–2020+.",Poison Hill Vineyard,35,90,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Frankland Estate 2012 Poison Hill Vineyard Riesling (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frankland-estate-2012-poison-hill-vineyard-riesling-frankland-river/,Riesling,2012,Frankland Estate 14,Red,Italy,"This Barolo has an intense fragrance of rose petal, berry, incense and spice. The palate is still a bit closed and very youthful, revealing black cherry, herbs and aggressive tannins. This needs more time to develop complexity and soften up. Drink after 2016.",,65,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Renzo Seghesio 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renzo-seghesio-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Renzo Seghesio 14.4,White,US,"A terrific white wine, crisp and smooth in the mouth. The flavors are as complex as they come, offering waves of citrus and tropical fruits, peaches, honeysuckle, vanilla and buttered toast. For all the upfront fruitiness, the finish is nice and dry.",Private Reserve,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jack Nicklaus Wines 2011 Private Reserve White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jack-nicklaus-wines-2011-private-reserve-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,2011,Jack Nicklaus Wines 14.9,Red,Australia,"A full-bodied, very ripe rendering of Shiraz, Mitolo's 2009 G.A.M. offers hints of raisined fruit to go with its notes of coffee, smoke, roasted meat and baking spices. The creamy midpalate and velvety finish make it drinkable already, although it should hold up well for another few years.",G.A.M.,42,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Mitolo 2009 G.A.M. Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitolo-2009-gam-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2009,Mitolo 14,White,Chile,"It's been a while since Torres Chile has made a Chardonnay this good. Minerally and toasty is the best way to describe this structured white. Good acidity keeps it upright, while plenty of barrel, cinnamon, apple and lemon character give it a Burgundian leaning. This is woody, racy and very lively now. Drink in 2014–15.",Cordillera,23,90,Limarí Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2012 Cordillera Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2012-cordillera-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Miguel Torres 13,White,Australia,"This wine's subtle underpinnings of smoke, toasted hazelnuts and baking spices add layers of interest to the melon and citrus fruit. This is medium to full bodied and just a bit creamy on the palate, making it a nicely balanced, all-around solid Chardonnay for drinking over the next few years.",,22,90,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Stella Bella 2010 Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stella-bella-2010-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2010,Stella Bella 14.1,Red,US,"The sister wine to the Squall Line Red, this is another Bordeaux-style blend, with Merlot in the central role. It's sleek and well-crafted, with purple fruits, delicate toast and a creamy, latté-like finish.",Storm Front Red Wine,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Convergence Zone 2010 Storm Front Red Wine Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/convergence-zone-2010-storm-front-red-wine-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Convergence Zone 13.5,Red,France,"This wine shows extraction, new wood and firm tannins. What it also has is the fruit weight to sustain all this. Given 4–5 years, the wine's richness and smoky flavors will come together with the black currant fruit.",Heritage,20,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Darzac 2011 Heritage (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darzac-2011-heritage-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Darzac 14,Red,France,"Spice and ripe fruit, with attractive tannins and a soft texture. This wine is open, generous, rich and packed with black currant fruitiness. Give this wine another 2–4 years, but it could well be drinkable sooner.",Cuvée Aliénor,20,90,Bordeaux,Fronsac,,Château Mayne Vieil 2011 Cuvée Aliénor (Fronsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mayne-vieil-2011-cuvee-alienor-red-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Mayne Vieil ,Red,France,"Big, dense and complex, this is still young. It has the weight of tannin as well as dark fruits offering a rich and ageworthy structure. As it opens, the wine is packed with dried fruits, licorice and dark coffee. This is a wine for keeping at least four more years.",,25,90,Southwest France,Montravel,,Château le Raz 2006 Montravel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-raz-2006-red-montravel/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château le Raz 13.5,Red,France,"Mint flavors reflect the new wood aging in this smooth, ripe wine. It has a fine structure, ample acidity and blackberry fruit. This textured, structured wine is ready for 4–6 years of aging.",,15,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château la Croix de Roche 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croix-roche-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château la Croix de Roche 13.6,White,US,"Fresh and fruity, Saracina's offers tart citrus, white peach and a long-lasting, oaky backbone, with textured mouthfeel and a level of concentration that calls out for food.",,23,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Saracina 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saracina-2012-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Saracina 13.1,White,US,"Campovida continues to impress with its newly released white wines, producing this crisp, sharp and lemon-y Chardonnay from the beautiful Oppenlander Vineyard, settled in the tiny coastal-kissed town of Comptche. The lemon hits first, followed by a distinct layer of green apple and even a hint of floral fig. With graceful acidity, this is a perfect white for the dinner table, not too high in alcohol at 13.1%, too.",Oppenlander Vineyard,38,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Campovida 2012 Oppenlander Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campovida-2012-oppenlander-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2012,Campovida 9.5,White,Germany,"Smoky, flinty crushed-stone notes are kissed with a blossomy perfume on this delicately structured, off-dry Riesling. The palate is concentrated with sweet, sunny peach and apricot flavors, but piercing acidity bristles on the tongue through the finish.",Piesporter Günterslay Kabinett,23,90,Mosel,,,Ulrich Langguth 2010 Piesporter Günterslay Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ulrich-langguth-2010-piesporter-gunterslay-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Ulrich Langguth 14,Red,Australia,"Made in a superripe, dense, almost fudge-like style, The Ripper tastes like a plummy, chocolaty Christmas cake with slightly coarse tannins on the finish. It's Port-like in flavor, but without the heat from elevated alcohol. Drink it over the next few years.",The Ripper,20,90,Western Australia,Geographe,,Hope Estate 2010 The Ripper Shiraz (Geographe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-2010-ripper-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-geographe/,Shiraz,2010,Hope Estate 13,White,Austria,"This is a serious wine, despite the ripe fruitiness on its surface. It is full of peach and mango flavors, but structured by a cool, mineral feel. Tangy acidity and tight texture adds tension. It still needs to age 2–4 years. Screwcap.",Steinbügel,,90,Niederösterreich,,,Graf Hardegg 2010 Steinbügel Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graf-hardegg-2010-steinbugel-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Graf Hardegg 12,White,Austria,"Crisp, clean, mineral wine, with hints of a more aromatic character in the background, this is packed with apple and lemon flavors. A straight line of delicious acidity cuts like a knife through the wine. For aging over 3–5 years. Screwcap.",Zöbing,,90,Kamptal,,,Hirsch 2012 Zöbing Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hirsch-2012-zobing-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2012,Hirsch 10.5,White,US,"This is an excellent Harvest Select bottling, with bright, sappy flavors that seem not all that sweet. The residual sugar, listed at 47 g/L, is an asset, but doesn't dominate. Flavors remain as crisp as a fresh Macintosh apple, juicy, forward and delicious.",Harvest Select Sweet,10,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2012 Harvest Select Sweet Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2012-harvest-select-sweet-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,Chateau Ste. Michelle ,White,US,"The chilly vintage has yielded tart, green gooseberry and green tea flavors, which run like a nerve through riper orange and mango notes. It's clean and elegant now.",Don Miguel Vineyard Acero Unoaked,29,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2011 Don Miguel Vineyard Acero Unoaked Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2011-don-miguel-vineyard-acero-unoaked-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Marimar Estate ,Red,US,"A rich, flavorful young wine, whose black currant, anise and mocha flavors are touched with smoky oak. There's a fanciness to the tannin structure that lifts it up.",,38,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Maldonado 2009 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maldonado-2009-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Maldonado 14.5,Red,US,"This estate-bottling shows single vineyard focus, and a more herbal profile than the winery's Columbia Valley Merlot. Accents of clean earth and dark, cassis fruit suggest a wine with Bordeaux-like strengths and the possibility of cellaring for a decade or longer.",Seven Hills Vineyard Estate,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2010 Seven Hills Vineyard Estate Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2010-seven-hills-vineyard-estate-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2010,L'Ecole No. 41 12.5,White,Austria,"This is a crisp, but also rich style of Federspiel. It is full of ripe pear and apple flavor as well as a fine pinch of pepper. Acidity creeps in the background to balance this ready-to-drink wine. Screwcap.",Loibner Klostersatz Federspiel,,90,Wachau,,,F X Pichler 2012 Loibner Klostersatz Federspiel Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/f-x-pichler-2012-loibner-klostersatz-federspiel-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,F X Pichler 14.9,Red,US,"Merlot remains a solid strength at Dumas Station, thanks to the Minnick Hills and Birch Creek Vineyard fruit. Half the barrels were new, an equal percentage of French and American oak, lending a strong bourbon aroma, along with tobacco and vanilla components. The fruit remains a bit constrained, with black fruits leading into a core of cassis. Give this one a good decanting.",Estate,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Dumas Station 2010 Estate Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dumas-station-2010-estate-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2010,Dumas Station ,White,Germany,"While sprightly and sweet on the attack, this deeply fruity Riesling deepens on the palate with layers of earth and smoky mineral tones. Juicy apricot and pink-grapefruit notes linger on the finish with an astringent touch of lemon rind.",Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Auslese,57,90,Mosel,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2011 Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2011-bernkasteler-alte-badstube-am-doctorberg-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 12.6,Rose,US,"A perennial best-of-show winner, this lush take on rosé bursts with pretty cherry fruit, light touches of brioche and fresh-baked rolls. It finishes with a kiss of spice.",Rosé of,12,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2012 Rosé of Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2012-rose-of-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2012,Barnard Griffin 14.5,Red,Italy,"This shows enticing aromas of mint, spice and balsamic herbs and delivers a restrained palate of black cherry, with undertones of sage, white pepper, coffee and espresso. This is still aggressively tannic and needs time to soften.",Castellero,82,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Barale Fratelli 2009 Castellero (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barale-fratelli-2009-castellero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Barale Fratelli 14.5,Red,Italy,"This traditionally styled Barolo has a classic fragrance of violet, rose and leather, with balsamic notes. The palate reveals ripe berry and spice with notes of pipe tobacco and while the acidity is tame the wine is massively tannic. Hold this for a few more years, but drink it before 2020.",Bussia,92,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Barale Fratelli 2009 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barale-fratelli-2009-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Barale Fratelli 14.5,White,US,"This shows the bright acidity and pure fruit of Edna Valley, with laser-like orange, pineapple and mango fruit, touched with honey, butter and smoky oak. Very pure and focused, it's a distinctive wine that smacks of its terroir.",Grand Firepeak Cuvée Firepeak Vineyard Estate Grown,28,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2010 Grand Firepeak Cuvée Firepeak Vineyard Estate Grown Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2010-grand-firepeak-cuvee-firepeak-vineyard-estate-grown-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Baileyana 13.5,White,Germany,"Exquisitely smoky and savory dried herb tones calibrate rich, tropical fruit aromas on this dry yet voluptuously textured Riesling. The palate is penetrating with minerality and a soft, elegant lemon-lime acidity. Finishes long and rich.",Gimmeldinger Biengarten Trocken,42,90,Pfalz,,,A. Christmann 2010 Gimmeldinger Biengarten Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-christmann-2010-gimmeldinger-biengarten-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2010,A. Christmann 13.5,Red,Australia,"There's an attractive minty note to this wine that some may find too prominent, but the underlying cassis fruit is strong and the wine's structure is firm. The tannins are even a bit chewy at this stage, so either give it a year or two to mellow or pair it with some rare beef or lamb.",Vineyard Select,20,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Angove 2008 Vineyard Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angove-2008-vineyard-select-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Angove 14.4,Red,US,"Single vineyard, 100% varietal Malbec can be spot on, and this succeeds with a balanced flavor profile of mixed berries and earthy tannins. There's a hint of volatility, that quickly blows off. Decanting for an hour or so is advised.",Gamache Vineyard,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),àMaurice 2010 Gamache Vineyard Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaurice-2010-gamache-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2010,àMaurice 13.2,White,US,"Another jazzy, Best Buy winner from Barnard Griffin, this 2011 Chardonnay should be sipped to the tune of Harry Nilsson's “Put The Lime In The Coconut,” which neatly captures the flavors. Complex fruits, including apples, citrus—and yes, coconut—add up to a wine both sleek and satisfying, with toasted almonds rounding out the finish.",,14,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2011 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2011-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Barnard Griffin 13.5,Red,US,"This offers everything you want in a Napa Cabernet, and at a decent price. It's dry, balanced in acidity and tannins, and elegantly constructed, with classic blackberry and cassis liqueur flavors touched by oak. Not an ager, and doesn't pretend to be; just a nice wine to drink now.",,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,B Side 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-side-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,B Side 14,Red,Italy,"This traditionally crafted single-vineyard Barolo shows the forward nature of the vintage but is an excellent effort, with overripe berry, truffle and forest floor aromas. The palate shows ripe black cherry, prune and spice with firm but fine tannins. This is almost ready now—enjoy it over the next few years.",Rocche dell'Annunziata,60,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Aurelio Settimo 2009 Rocche dell'Annunziata (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aurelio-settimo-2009-rocche-dellannunziata-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Aurelio Settimo 14,Red,Italy,"This traditionally crafted Barolo has a balsamic fragrance of sage, leather and berry notes. The palate shows wild cherry and mint flavors, and bracing but ripe tannins. This is one to open soon or to enjoy over the next few years.",,49,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Aurelio Settimo 2009 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aurelio-settimo-2009-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Aurelio Settimo 14.5,Red,Chile,"A dense, slightly raisiny nose indicates ripeness, but the palate on this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Carmenere and Petit Verdot is healthy and not overly heavy. Creamy, oak-infused flavors of plum and berry are uncomplicated and balanced, while pastry, vanilla and berry fruits grace a long, harmonious finish. Drink through 2015.",El Alto,40,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Alto Los Romeros 2009 El Alto Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alto-los-romeros-2009-el-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Alto Los Romeros 14,Red,France,"This is a structured wine, with solid tannins and ample woody flavors. But it has the fruit weight to sustain the structure, offering a wine that promises good aging as well as short-term attractive fruitiness.",,20,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Barreyre 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-barreyre-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Barreyre 14.2,White,US,"Viognier remains a strong suit for William Church, and part of the consistency is the vineyard sourcing each vintage from Conner Lee and Gamache, in roughly equal proportions. Lemon and lime, peaches and apricots rule the palate, ripe but neither hot nor bitter. There's a good long finish as well, but it's the fruit that really shines.",,23,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,William Church 2012 Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-church-2012-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2012,William Church 14.9,Red,US,"The Bishop's Blend is the value bottling at William Church, and the wine that most varies from vintage to vintage. Despite a price bump, the value is still there. In this vintage it's a five grape Bordeaux-style blend with a splash of Grenache as well. Initially silky and bursting with pretty red fruits, it moves into darker fruits as well, with cassis and black cherry. The balance is spot on.",Bishop's Blend,23,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),William Church 2010 Bishop's Blend Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-church-2010-bishops-blend-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,William Church 13,Red,Austria,"Wieninger's blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot is a finely structured wine. It has black currant flavor, firm tannins, and a dark core of dryness. Wood aging has lifted the fruits and acidity and added a sense of elegance. It's for aging over 4–6 years. Screwcap.",Wiener Trilogy,30,90,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2010 Wiener Trilogy Red (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2010-wiener-trilogy-red-vienna/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Wieninger 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is just what a Barbera should be: delicious, easy to drink and ready now. The palate delivers mouthfuls of black cherry, spice and licorice, balanced by fresh acidity and a silky-smooth texture. Pair this with virtually anything. Imported by Masciarelli Wine Co, Moonlight Wine Co.",,25,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Giacomo Fenocchio 2011 Barbera d'Alba Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-fenocchio-2011-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,2011,Giacomo Fenocchio 13.5,Red,US,"This is the kind of wine Franciscan produces so well and reliably. As far as Merlots go, it shows the soft approachability and supple tannins you expect. Flavorwise, it's appealing in ripe red cherries, sweet red licorice and smoky oak. A very nice restaurant wine, and easy to find, with more than 20,000 cases produced.",,21,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 2010 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2010-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Franciscan 14.3,White,US,"A soft, pleasant Chardonnay that has some extra features beyond the ripe, oaky fruit flavors. There's a fatness and opulence to it, with sweet flavors of honey, pineapples and buttered toast that finish long and dry. Best consumed now.",T Anchor Ranch,45,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2010 T Anchor Ranch Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2010-t-anchor-ranch-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2010,Foley 14.5,Red,Chile,"Foxy blueberry and jumpy aromas hint at volatility and are a bit alarming. But give this normally excellent wine some time and it comes around. In the mouth, this is textured, tannic and a bit lactic. For flavors, look for lightly herbal blueberry and cassis. The 2010 vintage was cold by Chilean standards, and that is evident in this wine.",Gê,92,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Emiliana 2010 Gê Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2010-ge-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Emiliana 14.9,Red,US,"The cool-climate origins of this wine are revealed immediately in the freshly crushed black and white pepper aromas. In the mouth, it's extraordinarily rich in blackberry jam and cassis, with the chocolaty, roasted meat notes that frequently characterize a good Syrah. Although it's pretty tannic, it's appealing now, and should develop for 4–5 more years.",,28,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2011 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2011-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2011,Fess Parker 13.5,Red,Chile,"Dense cassis and berry aromas aren't nuanced or complex but they sure are correct and ripe. Overall, this value-priced wine is rich and balanced, with good acidity and a chewy palate that softens up with time. Plum, berry, cassis and cherry flavors are tasty and easy to like.",Estate Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot,15,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Estampa 2011 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estampa-2011-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-petit-verdot-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2011,Estampa 12.5,White,Austria,"From a vineyard owned by Carmelite nuns, this is a delicious, refreshing wine. It wears its fruitiness right up front, supported with a little twist of pepper and a pure line of acidity. It's ready to drink, although it will age for 2–3 years and more. Screwcap.",Karmeliterberg Erste Lage,15,90,Kremstal,,,Hermann Moser 2012 Karmeliterberg Erste Lage Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-moser-2012-karmeliterberg-erste-lage-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Hermann Moser 14.2,White,US,"Don't drink this Chardonnay too cold, as it needs a little while in the glass to show its stuff. Right off the bat, it's austere, but when it airs, the tropical fruit, orange and oak complexities come out. The parts have not yet come together, though, so give it 3–4 years to develop.",Hyde Vineyard,58,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Patz & Hall 2010 Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2010-hyde-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2010,Patz & Hall 14,Red,US,"This Cab is so attractive to drink now that most people will lose the opportunity to age it. Don't be one of them. As delicious as it is now in blackberries and chocolate, it will be better in 2015 or 2016. But don't hold it much beyond that.",,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mount Veeder 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-veeder-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Mount Veeder 14,Red,Australia,"Compact and sturdy, this robust blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Merlot is relatively simple, yet satisfying. Bold cassis fruit joins with earthy, tobacco notes and hints of vanilla to finish with dry intensity and promising length. Drink 2015–2020.",Amy's,34,90,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Moss Wood 2010 Amy's Red (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moss-wood-2010-amys-red-margaret-river/,Red Blend,2010,Moss Wood 14.1,White,US,"This estate-grown Chardonnay comes from one of the most expressive sites in the Yakima Valley. In this cooler vintage, it puts the accent on elegance. A judicious mix of apple, pear and peach fruit is matched with toasty accents from 100% barrel fermentation.",Estate Bottled DuBrul Vineyard,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Côte Bonneville 2010 Estate Bottled DuBrul Vineyard Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cote-bonneville-2010-estate-bottled-dubrul-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2010,Côte Bonneville 13,White,France,"This is a wood-aged Chardonnay that's smooth, creamy and rich. The wine has weight, with lemon and peach flavors as well as vanilla accents from the oak. Its current fruitiness will mature and broaden well, so keep this wine for at least four years.",Cuvée Madeleine,22,90,Southwest France,Côtes du Tarn,,Domaine D'en Ségur 2011 Cuvée Madeleine Chardonnay (Côtes du Tarn),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-den-segur-2011-cuvee-madeleine-chardonnay-cotes-tarn/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine D'en Ségur 14.5,Red,Italy,"This has classic Nebbiolo aromas of truffle, underbrush and tobacco leaf, along with a restrained but vibrant palate showing bright cherry, clove and mint. It's forward and friendly, with silky tannins, and can be enjoyed now through 2019.",Boscatto,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Bel Colle 2009 Boscatto (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bel-colle-2009-boscatto-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Bel Colle 12.5,White,Australia,"Vasse Felix's 2011 Chardonnay is full bodied and fleshy without going over the top. Toasty, grilled-bread notes mark the nose, while the palate unfurls into a mix of peach, melon and citrus flavors that finish clean and refreshing. Drink this well balanced wine over the next few years.",,22,90,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Vasse Felix 2011 Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-felix-2011-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2011,Vasse Felix 14.5,Red,Italy,"This soft Barolo shows ripe berry, orange peel and toast notes. The palate shows ripe dark fruit, spice, hints of chocolate and firm but ripe tannins. This shows the hot, forward nature of the vintage and is already enjoyable.",Rocche dell'Annunziata,55,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Rocche Costamagna 2009 Rocche dell'Annunziata (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocche-costamagna-2009-dellannunziata-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Rocche Costamagna 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a Barbaresco with fragrant and floral aromas of violet, rose, ripe berry and oak. The palate still needs to open up, but already shows bright cherry, strawberry and white pepper. This is vibrant, with bracing tannins that need time to soften. Best after 2018.",Montersino,50,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,San Biagio 2010 Montersino (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-biagio-2010-montersino-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,San Biagio 13.5,Red,Austria,"The small quantities of St Laurent produced in Austria show the grape's great potential. This is a very fruity wine with a dry core and fine sense of structure. Full of red fruits, spice and tannin, it's likely to age for 2–4 years.",Reserve,34,90,Burgenland,,,Steindorfer 2011 Reserve St. Laurent (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steindorfer-2011-reserve-other-white-st-laurent-burgenland/,St. Laurent,2011,Steindorfer 13.5,White,Austria,"A full-bodied wine made from a cross of Traminer and Roter Veltliner, this is rich with pepper spice and yellow and white-fruit flavors. Very structured and youthful, the wine needs another year, maybe more to develop. Screwcap.",Laim,34,90,Thermenregion,,,Gebeshuber 2011 Laim Rotgipfler (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spaetrot-gebeshuber-2011-laim-other-white-rotgipfler-thermenregion/,Rotgipfler,2011,Gebeshuber 15,Red,US,"With the addition of 20% Grenache, this pushes the rich fruit flavors front and center. Ripe blueberries are in the foreground, cutting through some astringent tannins. There is little evidence of the herbal character that many Washington Syrahs evoke, but it's a bold, fruit-driven wine that is immediately enjoyable.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2010 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2010,L'Ecole No. 41 12.5,White,Australia,"This wine is already showing hints of evolution in its aromas of kerosene, toast and honey. Developing flavors of apple and citrus marmalade suggest that this dry, medium-bodied Riesling should be at its best now and over the next 5–6 years.",Mort's Block Watervale,20,90,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Kilikanoon 2011 Mort's Block Watervale Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2011-morts-block-watervale-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2011,Kilikanoon 14.1,White,US,"Good price for a Chardonnay this opulent. It doesn't pull any punches, offering full-throttle pineapple, Meyer lemon, butterscotch, toast and vanilla flavors, in a creamy texture. The richness fortunately is balanced with crisp, bright acidity.",,20,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Joseph Carr 2011 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-carr-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Joseph Carr 14.4,Red,US,"A very limited production wine (just two barrels) sourced from the Boushey vineyard, it is rather light but nicely detailed in a cooler vintage. There are notes of leaf and dried herb, tart red fruit, and surprising length overall.",Tate,46,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kontos 2010 Tate Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kontos-cellars-2010-tate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2010,Kontos 14.8,Red,US,"The production of Long Haul has doubled in 2010, and vineyard sources have changed, though most remain on Red Mountain despite the Columbia Valley appellation. The Bordeaux-style blend is 61% Merlot, 16% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc, 9% Malbec and 2% Petit Verdot. It has drying tannins that somewhat mask the tart berry fruit. There's more stem and earth apparent in the palate, perhaps due to the addition of Cabernet Sauvignon. It's quite Bordeaux-like, in style and finish.",Long Haul,48,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mark Ryan 2010 Long Haul Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2010-long-haul-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Mark Ryan 14,White,Chile,"This is an expressive Sauvignon Blanc with almost vegetal aromas announcing coastal origins. The palate is chiseled and lemony, then minerally flavors of grapefruit, tangerine and lemon give way to passion fruit and stony finishing notes. Laser-beam acidity and minerality are what drive this.",Marea Fumé,30,90,Leyda Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2012 Marea Fumé Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2012-marea-fume-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Luis Felipe Edwards 14.1,Red,US,"Lots to like in this vibrant young Pinot. It's silky yet has some weight to it, with layers of cherry jam, cola and a spicy meatiness. Should develop interest over the next 5–6 years, but you can certainly drink it now.",Parr Vineyard,32,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Maldonado 2011 Parr Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maldonado-2011-parr-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Maldonado 14.5,Red,Chile,"Blueberry, graham cracker and mild herbal notes define the nose on this high-altitude Malbec from Chile. The palate is rich and a bit zingy, with jammy density and mountainous flavors of boysenberry, blueberry and toast. A pure and zesty finish is the right ending to this dark, lusty Malbec.",LFE900,55,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2010 LFE900 Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2010-lfe900-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2010,Luis Felipe Edwards 13.5,Red,Austria,"A wood-aged blend of Pinot Noir and Saint Laurent, this is a ripe, smooth, perfumed wine. It has juicy red fruits laced with acidity, toast and a firm structure of fruit tannins. Give this wine at least three years to develop. Screwcap.",Grosse Reserve,28,90,Thermenregion,,,Gebeshuber 2011 Grosse Reserve Red (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spaetrot-gebeshuber-2011-grosse-reserve-red-blend-austrian-thermenregion/,Austrian Red Blend,2011,Gebeshuber 12.5,White,Australia,"This impressive offering is crystal-clean and direct, with green apple, lime and petrichor notes that typify Riesling. It's medium bodied and fully dry, with a long, lime-riddled finish. Drink it over the next decade or so.",,20,90,Western Australia,Mount Barker,,Plantagenet 2011 Riesling (Mount Barker),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2011-riesling-mount-barker/,Riesling,2011,Plantagenet 14.8,Red,US,"The sophisticated southern Rhône-style blend includes Viognier, Grenache and Mourvèdre, sourced from vineyards in Walla Walla, Yakima Valley, and the Horse Heaven Hills. It's smooth and sexy, with a satiny presence in the mouth. The purple plum and berry fruit flavors are matched to lightly grainy tannins, with streaks of cocoa and earth.",,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tulpen 2009 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tulpen-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2009,Tulpen 14.1,White,US,"This blend of Chardonnay, Viognier, Roussanne and Orange Muscat shows extra ripeness in 2012, reflected in both the higher alcohol and the noticeable sweetness. It's fragrant and expressive, with sweet orange peel and candied grapefruit dominating, along with slices of pineapple and apricot. The sweetness makes it a bit of a challenge with food.",Gossamer,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kontos 2012 Gossamer White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kontos-cellars-2012-gossamer-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2012,Kontos 14.2,Red,Australia,"This is a medium-weight, supple Cabernet with bright acids that's seemingly designed for early drinking. Perfumed notes of mint, vanilla, brown sugar and cassis lead the way, followed by similar flavors and ample oak.",Menzies The Cigar,25,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Yalumba 2010 Menzies The Cigar Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2010-menzies-cigar-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Yalumba 13.7,Rose,US,"Brief skin contact during fermentation gives this appropriately named, single-vineyard (The Benches) rosé it's pretty pale-salmon color. It's immediately appealing, with notes of melon and strawberry, and just a hair off-dry, with a rich, textured feel.",Rosé,15,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Julia's Dazzle 2012 Rosé Pinot Grigio (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/julias-dazzle-2012-rose-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Julia's Dazzle 13.5,Red,US,"Lightly textured and velvety in feel, Judson Hale's Yorkville Highlands Pinot Noir has a bigger fruit expression than many of its brethren from cooler parts of the nearby Anderson Valley, with ripe red fruit front and center and a big, slightly woody finish.",Walsh Ranch,,90,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Judson Hale Winery 2011 Walsh Ranch Pinot Noir (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/judson-hale-winery-2011-walsh-ranch-pinot-noir-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Judson Hale Winery 12.5,White,Germany,"Dried herb and spice aromas lend a savory tone to the nose, but the palate on this Riesling is lush with intensely ripened apricot and yellow-peach fruitiness. It's dry in style, yet luscious in body with a slightly herbaceous, mineral-rich finish.",Johannisberg Hölle Erstes Gewächs,69,90,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2011 Johannisberg Hölle Erstes Gewächs Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2011-johannisberg-holle-erstes-gewachs-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2011,Johannishof 12.5,White,Germany,"Crushed granite notes add an austere elegance to pristine white-peach and citrus notes on this dry but lusciously mouthfilling Riesling. It's rich and round on the palate, with savory tones of fresh herbs that linger on the finish.",Deidesheimer Paradiesgarten Trocken,35,90,Pfalz,,,A. Christmann 2010 Deidesheimer Paradiesgarten Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-christmann-2010-deidesheimer-paradiesgarten-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2010,A. Christmann 12,White,Austria,"Ripe and fruity, this is a fine expression of the easy, open style demanded by the Federspiel designation in the Wachau. Green fruit dominates along with a lively acidity that keeps the palate crisp. The wine is totally drinkable now, although it should age well over the next few years. Screwcap.",Loibner Frauenweingarten Federspiel,,90,Wachau,,,F X Pichler 2012 Loibner Frauenweingarten Federspiel Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/f-x-pichler-2012-loibner-frauenweingarten-federspiel-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,F X Pichler 13.5,Red,France,"A rich, bold wine full of wood flavors that are already well integrated with the ripe fruit and solid tannins. The wine is dense, while having a surface polish of smooth fruitiness. Give the wine 3–5 years.",,10,90,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château La Roche Bazin 2011 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roche-bazin-2011-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château La Roche Bazin 8.5,White,Germany,"Notes of waxy lanolin and crushed slate add an earthy, savory tone to ripe, rich orange-marmalade flavors on this juicy little Riesling. Dusty minerality and tart lemon-rind notes extend on the long, bracing finish. Drink now for it's fruity freshness, or hold for 5–7 years at least to allow its minerality to intensify.",Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese,52,90,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 2011 Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-2011-bernkasteler-badstube-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 13.5,White,US,"The 2011 vintage is a high-water mark for the Indian Wells Chardonnay, principally because the oaky, buttered popcorn flavors have been muted. It's a firm, slightly tart mix of green and yellow fruits, with supporting acids and excellent length. Pleasantly toasty, but not over the top.",Indian Wells,17,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2011 Indian Wells Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2011-indian-wells-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Chateau Ste. Michelle ,Red,France,"Ripe and fruity, this is a finely balanced, already delicious wine. The tannins promise some aging potential, bringing a dry core to the rich blackberry fruit. It's firm, yet layered with fine juiciness. A forward wine that will still develop well.",,13,90,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Peugeais 2011 Côtes de Bourg,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-peugeais-2011-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Peugeais 14.5,Red,Australia,"This is surprisingly tough and tannic for a wine that incorporates 8% of a white variety. But those mouth-drying tannins give shape to the cassis, cranberry and black olive notes. Take a chance by cellaring this rather austere wine for five years or so and see how it develops.",The Wild Pixie,29,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2009 The Wild Pixie Shiraz-Roussanne (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2009-wild-pixie-shiraz-syrah-roussanne-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz-Roussanne,2009,D'Arenberg 13.5,Red,Australia,"This is a cool, restrained style of Cabernet, which nonetheless manages to pull in ripe flavors of cassis and chocolate. The tannins are svelte and modestly textured, while the flavors turn slightly tart on the cedary finish. Already approachable, but it should drink well through at least 2020.",,70,90,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cape Mentelle 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-mentelle-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Cape Mentelle 14.5,Red,US,"Chalk Hill enters the Pinot game with this inaugural offering. It's a fruity, spicy wine, rich in cherries and raspberries, with a light, silky texture. There's an oaky note, but the finish is chiseled. A lovely wine for drinking over the next year or two.",Estate,48,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Chalk Hill 2011 Estate Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2011-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Chalk Hill 13.7,White,US,"Matthew Loso makes excellent Sauvignon Blanc, and this is no exception. Smooth, lush and creamy, it's bursting with concentrated fruit flavors of apple, peach and papaya—definitely not a grassy style by any measure. Everything points to barrel fermentation, including the lick of fresh cream in the finish.",,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barons V 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barons-v-2012-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Barons V 14.4,Red,US,"Though labeled simply “Red”, this is pure Cabernet Sauvignon, and blends grapes from Pepper Bridge and Candy Mountain vineyards. It has a satiny mouthfeel, with generous red fruits, licorice and hints of sweet herb. There's a dash of white pepper in the crisp, clean finish.",Mith Red,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Balboa 2009 Mith Red Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balboa-2009-mith-red-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Balboa 15.3,Red,US,"This Zinfandel is high in alcohol, soft and alluring. It takes Zin's briary, brambly personality and whips it into Cabernet-like balance. There are varietally correct berry-cherry flavors, containing a touch of raisins, chocolate and lots of exotic spices.",Olive Hill Estate Vineyards,38,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,B.R. Cohn 2010 Olive Hill Estate Vineyards Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-2010-olive-hill-estate-vineyards-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,B.R. Cohn 14.5,Red,Italy,"This riserva from one of Barolo's most celebrated vineyards doesn't disappoint, even in the scorching 2007 vintage. It delivers succulent black cherry, herb and spearmint sensations along with brooding tannins and just enough freshness.",Cannubi Riserva,60,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Borgogno F.lli Serio e Battista 2007 Cannubi Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgogno-flli-serio-e-battista-2007-cannubi-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Borgogno F.lli Serio e Battista 14,White,US,"Designated unoaked, this flavorful Chardonnay proves the grape has more going on than its reputation suggests, when sourced from a great vineyard (such as Conner Lee) and carefully managed. Textural with melon, pear, apple and light tropical influences, this is long, complex and utterly delicious.",Unoaked Conner Lee Vineyard,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodinville Wine Cellars 2012 Unoaked Conner Lee Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2012-unoaked-conner-lee-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2012,Woodinville Wine Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Outstanding vineyard sources (Dineen, Gamache and Northridge) and a deft blending touch combine here in a supple, complex and beautifully balanced Cabernet Sauvignon. There are spotlights of fresh herb and peavine mingled among the broader flavors of wild berries, all with a toasty underpinning from 20 months in a mix of new, once-used, and neutral French oak. Drink now or cellar for another 6–8 years.",,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),William Church 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-church-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,William Church 13.5,White,Austria,"This smoky, perfumed single-vineyard wine has exotic spice flavors and a rich texture from wood aging. Made from the rare Zierfandler grape (only 200 acres are planted), the palate has weight, a good depth of yellow-fruit flavors and a generous character. It could age well another year or two. Screwcap.",Modler,34,91,Thermenregion,,,Gebeshuber 2011 Modler Zierfandler (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spaetrot-gebeshuber-2011-modler-other-white-zierfandler-thermenregion/,Zierfandler,2011,Gebeshuber 13.5,White,Austria,"This is a finely perfumed wine, well balanced while rich. It has a great mineral texture to go with its delicate white fruit and orchard blossom aromas. With its fruitiness and its subtle structure, the wine could age over at least five years. Screwcap.",Katharinas Reserve,,91,Niederösterreich,,,Schwarzböck 2011 Katharinas Reserve Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schwarzbock-2011-katharinas-reserve-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2011,Schwarzböck 13.5,White,Germany,"This dry Riseling is richly mouthfilling and intensely mineral, with delicate stone-fruit flavors that mingle with notes of wax and orange rind. It's lush and full bodied, but balanced with tart lemon acidity and a drying astringency on the finish.",Kiedrich Gräfenberg Erstes Gewächs Trocken,80,91,Rheingau,,,Robert Weil 2011 Kiedrich Gräfenberg Erstes Gewächs Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-weil-2011-kiedrich-grafenberg-erstes-gewachs-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2011,Robert Weil 13,White,Austria,"Aromatic wild flowers lead to a rich, exotically fruity wine, full of peaches and apricots, fresh acidity and great, lively acidity. This is a deliciously fruity wine from the start. It's the more textured backdrop that promises some aging. Screwcap.",Steinhaus Reserve,34,91,Kamptal,,,Steininger 2012 Steinhaus Reserve Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steininger-2012-steinhaus-reserve-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2012,Steininger 14.5,Red,Australia,"Sourced from Mount Barker, this is a full-bodied, supple example of WA Shiraz. Concentrated plummy fruit is marked by hints of menthol and peppery spice, then ends in a soft wash of dusty tannins and mouthwatering acids. Drink now–2020+.",Two Steps,17,91,Western Australia,Western Australia,,West Cape Howe 2009 Two Steps Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/west-cape-howe-2009-two-steps-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2009,West Cape Howe 14.5,Red,Italy,"This fragrant Barolo has lovely floral and underbrush aromas and a restrained palate showing cherry and spice. It's tightly tannic and very nervous, needing more time to soften up.",Bricco Ambrogio,75,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Paolo Scavino 2009 Bricco Ambrogio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-scavino-2009-bricco-ambrogio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Paolo Scavino 13.5,Red,Austria,"This is an impressive, solidly tannic wine that needs aging. The black plum flavors are still dominated by spice and wood, lending a dry and dark character to the wine. Solid with good depths of flavor, the wine should be kept for 4–5 years before opening.",Reserve,22,91,Carnuntum,,,Glatzer 2011 Reserve Blaufränkisch (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glatzer-2011-reserve-other-red-blaufrankisch-carnuntum/,Blaufränkisch,2011,Glatzer 14.5,Red,US,"Aged 19 months in American and French oak (68% new), it's lush and appealing with notes of vanilla and other barrel spices accenting herbs and red fruit. The palate is creamy in feel with tart, mouthwatering acids that draw out the flavors for a long finish.",RiverBend Vineyard,36,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Fielding Hills 2010 RiverBend Vineyard Merlot (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2010-riverbend-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Merlot,2010,Fielding Hills 13.4,Rose,US,"Although pricey for a rosé, this shows wonderful complexity. The grapes come from two well-regarded vineyards, and the wine shows an elegant structure, with crisp acids and a dusting of tannins. It tastes of rose petals, herb tea, raspberries and nectarines.",Russian River Selection Rosé of Pinot Noir,28,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2012 Russian River Selection Rosé of Pinot Noir Rosé (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2012-russian-river-selection-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Rosé,2012,Gary Farrell 14,Red,US,"So sweet and jammy, it's hard not to drink it up now, despite some firm tannins. Displays a rich spectrum of cherries, pomegranates and red currants, with exotic spices and the brown sugary sweetness of toasted oak. The finish is dry and elegant. A real beauty for drinking over the next five years.",Wildcat Mountain Vineyard,54,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Fulcrum 2011 Wildcat Mountain Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulcrum-2011-wildcat-mountain-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2011,Fulcrum 11,White,Australia,"The Smith Cullam Riesling is made in a large French oak cask in an off-dry style. The 2012 is higher in alcohol than the 2011, yet also seems sweeter. White peach, petrol and kerosene notes mark the nose and palate, while the finish is simultaneously sweet and tart.",Smith Cullam,65,91,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Frankland Estate 2012 Smith Cullam Riesling (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frankland-estate-2012-smith-cullam-riesling-frankland-river/,Riesling,2012,Frankland Estate 13.5,White,France,"This rare white wine from a vineyard in Saint-Emilion is produced by Gérard Perse of Château Pavie. Now mature, this ripe, bitter-almond and spice flavored wine shows a touch of scorched wood. As a contrast, there is a rich, almost buttery character that gives the wine a full texture. Ready to drink.",,,91,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Monbousquet 2004 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-monbousquet-2004-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2004,Château Monbousquet 14.5,Red,Italy,"Albino Rocca's Barbaresco Ronchi boasts lovely violet and sage aromas sprinkled with coffee and espresso notes. The palate shows creamy red fruit layered with chocolate and spice and firm but refined tannins. This is very elegant but still a bit shy, so best to drink it after 2014.",Ronchi,60,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Albino Rocca 2010 Ronchi (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albino-rocca-2010-ronchi-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Albino Rocca 13.5,Red,Israel,"This is a dark, dense blend of 52% Syrah, 30% Merlot and 18% Cabernet Sauvignon. Aromas of cassis, blackberry and plum lead on the bouquet, with background accents of tree bark and forest floor. The firm structure and gripping tannins are softened by ripe black-fruit flavors that carry through to the lingering finish. Balanced but young, this should develop greater complexity and nuance with time; drink 2016–2020.",Eitan Assemblage,35,91,Judean Hills,,,Barkan 2010 Eitan Assemblage Red (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barkan-2010-eitan-assemblage-red-judean-hills/,Red Blend,2010,Barkan 13.5,White,Austria,"Highlighted with peppery spice, this is a dense and rich wine, but smoothly textured with a layer of tangy acidity. It is concentrated on the palate, but marked by a light prickle on the tongue, and citrus flavors shooting through at the end.",Grande Reserve,,91,Wagram-Donauland,,,Anton Bauer 2011 Grande Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Wagram-Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anton-bauer-2011-grande-reserve-gruner-veltliner-wagram-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Anton Bauer 14.8,Red,US,"This Zin wants two or three years to round off the jagged edges. There's a lot going on, from the supple blackberry, leather and pepper flavors, wildly exotic spices and smooth tannins to an undefinable earthy-mineral taste that must come from the soil. There's some burn from alcohol, as Zins from the Maple Vineyards tend to exhibit.",Maple Vineyards,40,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bella 2010 Maple Vineyards Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-2010-maple-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Bella 13.5,Red,Austria,"This is a bold wine with spice and pepper, but also great, juicy black fruits. The palate is rich—not too heavy—with layered blackberries and acidity over soft tannins. It's worth aging for 3–5 years but can be drunk now for its fruitiness.",Unplugged,26,91,Burgenland,,,Hannes Reeh 2011 Unplugged Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hannes-reeh-2011-unplugged-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2011,Hannes Reeh 12.5,White,Austria,"Sourced from 50 year-old vines, this is a concentrated wine with acidity a defining partner to the white fruit and citrus layers. A touch of sweetness gives it richness and softens the intense acidity. Worth aging for four years and more.",Alte Reben,,91,Niederösterreich,,,Hager Matthias 2011 Alte Reben Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hager-matthias-2011-alte-reben-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2011,Hager Matthias 13,White,Austria,"A beautifully perfumed wine, this is very mineral and steely with currant flavors, a splash of lime and complex acidity. Behind this, there is a more ripe character, with richness and a warmer feel. Great acidity and youthfulness promise several years' aging. Screwcap.",Steinbügel,,91,Niederösterreich,,,Graf Hardegg 2010 Steinbügel Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graf-hardegg-2010-steinbugel-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2010,Graf Hardegg 12,White,Austria,"With its refreshing green and white fruits at the start and crisp acidity at the end, this wine seems deceptively simpe. In between, however, the wine has complex layers of spice, lime juice and minerality that promise some good aging over three years. Screwcap.",Kammerner Heiligenstein,,91,Kamptal,,,Hirsch 2012 Kammerner Heiligenstein Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hirsch-2012-kammerner-heiligenstein-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Hirsch 12.5,White,Austria,"Spicy, exotic and dry, this wine is full of ripe lychee and mango fruits. Rounded, full and deliciously rich, it's perfect for sipping or for accompanying rich fish sauces. A wine for aging over 2–3 years. Screwcap.",Gebling,20,91,Kremstal,,,Hermann Moser 2012 Gebling Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-moser-2012-gebling-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Hermann Moser 14.5,Red,US,"This Pinot is too tart and tannic to drink now, though it has great potential. You have to search for the fruit, but it's there, in deeply hidden layers of cherries and red currants. Dry and stubborn now, but don't give up. It will reward cellaring for a minimum of six years.",,95,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 2010 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Hanzell 14,Red,France,"A typical blend for the region of Tannat and both Cabernets, this is a big, ripe wine, warm, dense and still very firm and young in character. Its structure goes right down to its depths, powerful and certainly ageworthy over the next 5–6 years and more.",,14,91,Southwest France,Madiran,,Château Peyros 2009 Tannat-Cabernet (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-peyros-2009-red-blend-tannat-cabernet-madiran/,Tannat-Cabernet,2009,Château Peyros ,Red,France,"This is full of ripe, intense fruitiness that is well supported by a firm, tannic structure. This has the richness of 2009, generous and full of blackberry fruit flavors. Still young, still ebullient and raring to go. Keep for at least six years.",,25,91,Southwest France,Montravel,,Château le Raz 2009 Montravel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-raz-2009-red-montravel/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château le Raz 13.5,White,US,"Winemaker Dan Lee selected lots of Chardonnay so rich on their own, they didn't need oak. And you'll hardly miss that barrel influence with all the intensely concentrated tropical fruit, nectarine, green apple and vanilla flavors. Shows a freshness that captivates now.",Metallico Un-Oaked,22,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2012 Metallico Un-Oaked Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2012-metallico-un-oaked-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2012,Morgan 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Barolo shows overripe berry aromas punctuated by orange peel, balsamic herb and toast notes. While the palate offers ripe black fruit, spice and big, round tannins, it's somewhat evolved. Drink soon.",Sistaglia,50,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Deltetto 2009 Sistaglia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deltetto-2009-sistaglia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Deltetto 14.1,Red,US,"This Merlot-based Bordeaux-style blend is upfront and delicious in cherry and blackberry jam, chocolate, red currant, bacon and sweet oak flavors. Most of the appeal is right there on the surface, but it does contain a level of complexity and balance that adds to the point score.",Barrack Brand,42,89,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Happy Canyon Vineyard 2008 Barrack Brand Red (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-canyon-vineyard-2008-barrack-brand-red-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Happy Canyon Vineyard 14.1,Red,US,"It's rare to find a Washington Malbec at this price; and this is a very good one at that. Toasty and firm upon entry, it loads the palate with black cherry and cassis, followed with generous barrel flavors of coffee and a finishing thread of smoke. It tastes like a wine that was intended to sell for considerably more.",,15,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Redd Brand NV Malbec (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redd-brand-nv-malbec-columbia-valley-yakima/,Malbec,,Redd Brand 14,Red,Chile,"This black-colored Syrah offers berry, oak and secure overall aromas. The palate is juicy and acidic, with plenty of cut to the palate. Flavors of plum and black fruits are earthy, toasty and lightly herbal, while this finishes with zesty acidity, lots of pulse and spice notes.",Aconcagua Costa Single Vineyard,,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2011 Aconcagua Costa Single Vineyard Syrah (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2011-aconcagua-costa-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-aconcagua-valley/,Syrah,2011,Errazuriz 12.5,White,Austria,"This is a ripe, open and fruity wine, that's still very fresh and crisp. It has fragrant apple flavor, soft texture and a bright and juicy core that radiates a rounded character with finishing acidity. Screwcap.",,28,88,Kremstal,,,Stadt Krems 2012 Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadt-krems-2012-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Stadt Krems 12.5,White,Austria,"A creamy-textured wine with pear as well as apple flavors. The texture is soft, rounded, warm. At the same time, acidity cuts right through to give a crisp element as well as bringing out a touch of pepper. Screwcap.",Animo,15,88,Kremstal,,,Thierry-Weber 2012 Animo Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thierry-weber-2012-animo-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Thierry-Weber 12.5,Red,France,"Big, rich and bold, this is a finely concentrated wine that's marked by the freshness of the year. It's likely to develop quickly and be ready next year.",Haut-Médoc de Haut Bages Libéral,20,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Haut Bages Libéral 2011 Haut-Médoc de Haut Bages Libéral (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bages-liberal-2011-medoc-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Haut Bages Libéral 14,Red,Australia,"Full of young, exuberant blueberry and raspberry fruit and backed by some sturdy tannins, this would be an ideal choice with burgers or pizza. The bold berry flavors finish dusty yet mouthwatering at the same time. Drink it over the next several years.",,15,88,Western Australia,Western Australia,,West Cape Howe 2011 Tempranillo (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/west-cape-howe-2011-tempranillo-western/,Tempranillo,2011,West Cape Howe 14,Red,Australia,"This Shiraz offers subtle peppery notes, ample cedary oak and cherry fruit. Tobacco and mint shadings give the finish a slightly medicinal edge, but this is a supple, charming Shiraz to drink over the next few years.",,17,88,Western Australia,Western Australia,,West Cape Howe 2009 Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/west-cape-howe-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2009,West Cape Howe 14.3,Red,US,"Tart, tight and taut, this well-balanced Syrah walks the line between bramble and herb. It's medium-bodied, and the fruit flavors suggest strawberry and raspberry rather than deeper ripeness. Earthy, mushroom and umami highlights create an interesting finish.",,32,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Walla Walla Vintners 2010 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-vintners-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2010,Walla Walla Vintners 14.5,Red,Australia,"This is an attractive, medium-bodied wine. Tart berry fruit is framed by subtle oak shadings, and the tannins are supple, making it approachable now.",Hand Picked,30,88,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Yalumba 2009 Hand Picked Shiraz-Viognier (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2009-hand-picked-shiraz-syrah-viognier-eden-valley/,Shiraz-Viognier,2009,Yalumba 13.2,Rose,US,"One of the most unusual rosés to come out this spring, it's a blend of Nebbiolo, Dolcetto, Primitivo and Barbera. Deliciously spicy, it mixes a sweet raspberry core with a cinnamon-roll finish.",,15,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Wind Rose 2012 Rosé (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wind-rose-2012-rose-other/,Rosé,2012,Wind Rose 13,White,Austria,"This is a smooth and rich wine, soft and fruity and typical of the warm, gentle side of Pinot Blanc. It does have some concentration with apple and crisp pear flavors. It is ready to drink although it could age well, easily for another year. Screwcap.",,,88,Carnuntum,,,Glatzer 2012 Weissburgunder (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glatzer-2012-pinot-blanc-weissburgunder-carnuntum/,Weissburgunder,2012,Glatzer 13,Rose,US,"Another satisfying Rosé from Horse & Plow, which uses organically grown Carignane, Syrah and Grenache grapes for this wine. With refreshing acidity, it's dry, bright in lime and grapefruit with spicy layers of strawberry and orange.",,17,88,California,North Coast,North Coast,Horse & Plow 2012 Rosé (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horse-plow-2012-rose-north-coast/,Rosé,2012,Horse & Plow 13.5,Red,France,"While the wine has firm tannins, it also has great fruit. A rich structure is balanced by sweet black-plum and berry fruit to give a wine with fine aging potential.",,24,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Plaisance 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-plaisance-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Plaisance 14.8,Red,US,"As usual, Merlot is the bulk of the blend, with Cabernet Franc and a splash of Petit Verdot. There is a strong streak of citrus running through the core of the palate, giving it an acid spine. Tart red fruits, lightly spiced, lead into firm but polished tannins.",Domenica,32,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DiStefano 2009 Domenica Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/distefano-2009-domenica-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,DiStefano 13,White,Austria,"This is a ripe wine that's full and creamy in texture. It shows quite a different aspect of Grüner compared to the crisper, more mineral wines further north in Austria. This is rich and smooth with pear flavors and clean lines to shape the aftertaste. Screwcap.",Dornenvogel,,88,Carnuntum,,,Glatzer 2012 Dornenvogel Grüner Veltliner (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glatzer-2012-dornenvogel-gruner-veltliner-carnuntum/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Glatzer 13,Red,Austria,"A solidly structured wine, this is firm in both its tannins and in its mineral texture. Black cherry flavors are combined with a dense, dry core to give a wine that's both fruity now and worth aging for 1–3 years. Screwcap.",Riedencuvée,18,88,Carnuntum,,,Glatzer 2011 Riedencuvée Zweigelt (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glatzer-2011-riedencuvee-other-red-zweigelt-carnuntum/,Zweigelt,2011,Glatzer 14.5,Red,Australia,"This affordable bottling offers intensely concentrated fruit nicely accented by hints of cedar and mocha. The tart, mixed-berry flavors are crisp and mouth-watering, finished off by a dusting of cocoa powder on the finish.",Metricup Road,15,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Evans & Tate 2010 Metricup Road Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evans-tate-2010-metricup-road-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2010,Evans & Tate 12,White,Germany,"This dry Silvaner balances a crisp, lean fruit profile of white peach, lime and green apple, with a palate that's full, voluptuous and weighty. It's intensely minerally, with a slight mineral-oil slick, but finishes clean with brisk lemon and citrus pith notes.",Trocken,18,88,Franken,,,Castell 2011 Trocken Silvaner (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-2011-trocken-other-white-silvaner-franken/,Silvaner,2011,Castell 13.5,White,Chile,"This straddles the fence between vegetal and citrusy, with both sides appearing on the nose. In the mouth, this is high-toned and piercing, with laser-beam acidity pushing passion fruit, grapefruit, green herb and melony flavors. On the finish, a wave of mild green settles in, while the feel is actually a touch creamy. Drink now.",Reserva,12,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Casas del Bosque 2012 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casas-bosque-2012-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Casas del Bosque 14.1,Red,US,"This is a big, full-bodied wine. It's massive in blackberries, plums and currants, with some dried herb notes along with lots of sweet oak. The tannins are very strong, and the finish is astringent. It's clearly well-grown, but tough. Age it for up to five years, but it doesn't have the richness for the long haul.",,60,88,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Trefethen 14.8,Red,US,"Labeled as Syrah but showing a Southern Rhone influence with 6% Mourvèdre and 5% Viognier added to the mix, it's über aromatic with notes of orange peel, boysenberry, black pepper and chocolate. The palate is light in style with a tacky feel to the tannins.",McKinley Springs Vineyard,26,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Robert Ramsay 2010 McKinley Springs Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-ramsay-2010-mckinley-springs-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Robert Ramsay 14.5,White,US,"When so many wineries have given up on Gewurz, it's a pleasure to see Mill Creek sticking to it. The cool 2012 vintage was kind, yielding a dry, crisp, clean wine, with plenty of exotic fruit, flower and spice flavors.",Estate,28,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mill Creek 2012 Estate Gewurztraminer (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mill-creek-2012-estate-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Mill Creek 14.5,Red,US,"This is a very rich, flashy Cabernet. It has deliciously modern flavors of black cherries, cassis and chocolate, and the tannins are sturdy, but finely ground. The addition of 19% Merlot gives it a mellow softness that's perfect for drinking now.",,38,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Mill Creek 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mill-creek-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Mill Creek 13.5,Red,Italy,"A bright and silky Dolcetto, this has pretty aromas of berry, licorice and spice. The palate offers vibrant black-cherry, raspberry and anisette flavors, uplifting acidity and mineral notes. Perfect for pasta al pomodoro.",,16,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Stroppiana 2012 Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stroppiana-2012-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2012,Stroppiana 14.1,Rose,US,"An easy, fun rosé, with apricot, peach, orange and melon flavors, brightened with crisp acidity. The finish is nice and dry.",Corallina Rosé of Syrah,20,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stepping Stone by Cornerstone 2012 Corallina Rosé of Syrah Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stepping-stone-by-cornerstone-2012-corallina-rose-syrah-napa-valley/,Rosé,2012,Stepping Stone by Cornerstone 12.5,White,Austria,"This is a stony, mineral-led wine with white fruit flavors overlain by tactile texture. There is concentration from spice, rich fruits and final refreshing acidity. A lively wine that is developing fast and will be ready to drink this year. Screwcap.",Weinzierlberg,28,88,Kremstal,,,Stadt Krems 2012 Weinzierlberg Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadt-krems-2012-weinzierlberg-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Stadt Krems 14.2,White,US,"Has the acidity and citrusy sleekness of Sauvgnon Blanc, but there's something richly creamy and nutty about this Marsanne, a fleshiness that makes it distinctive. Try as an interesting alternative to an oaky Chardonnay.",,24,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2012 Marsanne (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2012-marsanne-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Marsanne,2012,Mounts 13,White,Australia,"Components of this wine see some time in oak, so there's a slightly smoky cast to the white peach and pineapple aromas. It's medium-bodied in the mouth and lushly textured, with a slightly warm, grapefruity finish. Drink now.",Siblings,20,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2012 Siblings Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2012-siblings-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-margaret-river/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2012,Leeuwin Estate 12,White,Australia,"Leeuwin's 2011 Riesling is tightly coiled, lean, dry and crisp. Citrus sherbet aromas give way to reveal some modest apple flavors, backed by a long, steely finish. Should cellar well through at least 2023.",Art Series,22,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2011 Art Series Riesling (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2011-art-series-riesling-margaret-river/,Riesling,2011,Leeuwin Estate 13.5,White,US,"This is a fun Chardonnay to drink. It tastes of honey, tropical fruit and orange flavors, with the buttered toast and vanilla of oak barrels. It also has an interesting minerality. Gets better as it warms in the glass, so don't drink it too cold.",,20,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,MacMurray Ranch 2011 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macmurray-ranch-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,MacMurray Ranch 14.5,Red,Italy,"This straight Barolo has an exotic fragrance of spice, sandalwood and incense, while the palate shows ripe raspberry, spice and balsamic herbs. It's tannic and shy on acidity, typical of the hot 2007 vintage. Drink now.",,50,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Negretti 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/negretti-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Negretti 13.3,White,US,"This is a barrel-fermented version of the regular Nellie Mae, a Viognier/Roussanne blend. It shows a broader mouthfeel, a bit more concentration, and yellow fruit flavors that run into the banana/light tropical range.",Reserve Nellie Mae,24,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cairdeas 2012 Reserve Nellie Mae White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cairdeas-2012-reserve-nellie-mae-white-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style White Blend,2012,Cairdeas 12.8,White,US,"There's plenty of fresh, ripe tree fruit goodness here, along with citrus streaks of lemon, lime and grapefruit. The acidity is what gives the wine its lift and verve.",,12,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2012 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2012,Barnard Griffin 14,Red,Israel,"An interesting blend of 53% Marselan, 20% Caledoc, 15% Pinotage and 12% Carignan, this starts off a bit rubbery, but that quickly blows off to reveal attractive scents of blackberry and plum flesh. The medium-weight palate has a texture like crushed velvet and is loaded with ripe black-fruit flavors, while accents of cocoa nib and tobacco unfold on the finish.",Tzafit Assemblage,35,88,Judean Hills,,,Barkan 2010 Tzafit Assemblage Red (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barkan-2010-tzafit-assemblage-red-judean-hills/,Red Blend,2010,Barkan ,White,Austria,"With some sweetness, this is a fruity, juicy wine that's tasting very young at this stage. It's fragrant with a light touch of white currants and spice and a dominant presence of acidity.",Alte Reben,,88,Wagram-Donauland,,,Anton Bauer 2011 Alte Reben Riesling (Wagram-Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anton-bauer-2011-alte-reben-riesling-wagram-donauland/,Riesling,2011,Anton Bauer 14.5,Red,France,"A strongly wood-aged wine, firm, spicy and with a burnt edge. Chocolate and black plum-skin fruit combine in this strongly tannic wine. There is, though, a smooth element from the ripe Merlot in the blend, giving potential richness in 2–3 years.",Cuvée Raphaël,,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Parenchère 2011 Cuvée Raphaël (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-parenchere-2011-cuvee-raphael-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de Parenchère 12.5,Red,France,"This bold, fruity wine is all red berries and ripe cherry flavors. It has good juiciness, soft tannins and it will be ready to drink soon. A bright wine, with great acidity at the end.",Cuvée Tradition,14,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Lisennes 2011 Cuvée Tradition (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lisennes-2011-cuvee-tradition-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de Lisennes 13.5,Red,France,"Rich and fruity, this wine shows black currant fruit along with a firm, dry and tannic core. This youthful balance is finished with a polish of new wood and fine acidity.",,18,88,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Lacombe Noaillac 2011 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lacombe-noaillac-2011-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Lacombe Noaillac 12,White,Germany,"Smoke and dried-herb notes lend an intensely savory tone to this dry Riesling from Franken. It's profoundly minerally on the palate, but brightened by crisp citrus acidity that lingers on the finish. A savory companion to hearty pork or chicken dishes.",Casteller Schlossberg Trocken,76,88,Franken,,,Castell 2010 Casteller Schlossberg Trocken Riesling (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-2010-casteller-schlossberg-trocken-riesling-franken/,Riesling,2010,Castell 14.5,Red,Chile,"Loamy earth, leather, baked berry and creamy oak aromas set up an edgy, grating, aggressive feeling palate with licorice, blackberry, toast and nutmeg flavors. A toasty, dark, minty and spicy finish hits hard with dry pepper and toast flavors. Drink through 2016.",Gran Bosque Private Reserve,55,88,Maipo Valley,,,Casas del Bosque 2010 Gran Bosque Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casas-bosque-2010-gran-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Casas del Bosque 14.1,White,US,"Lots of personality in this Viognier. It has a meaty fleshiness, in addition to the peach pulp, orange and papaya fruit flavors, with fine acidity that makes it all feel clean and lively in the mouth. An interesting wine to pair with modern pan-Asian-fusion fare.",,24,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Wattle Creek 2011 Viognier (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2011-viognier-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Viognier,2011,Wattle Creek 14,Red,Chile,"This blend of 60% Carmenère and 40% Carignan opens with campfire, cassis, chocolate, oak and minty aromas. A wall of acidity greets you on the palate, creating a clampy, rough feel. In terms of flavor, oak is up front and behind that there's graphite and minty, herbal fruit in front of a finish with tobacco, vanilla and length.",Enki Carmenère-Carignan,30,88,Central Valley,,,Vistamar 2009 Enki Carmenère-Carignan Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistamar-2009-enki-carmenere-carignan-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Vistamar 13,Red,France,"A simple, big and fruity Malbec, softer than many although with all the right richness. This is a wine for drinking now, with its mature plum flavors and leather aroma. The French number for the department (county) of Cahors is 46.",Noir 46,14,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Vignobles 46N118 2008 Noir 46 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-46n118-2008-noir-46-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Vignobles 46N118 9,White,Germany,"Intensely aromatic, intensely fruity, this Riesling packs a powerful punch of flavor within a delicate frame. The fruit profile is tropical with concentrated guava and mango flavors spiced with hints of white pepper. It's semi-sweet in style, but bracing acidity leaves the finish quite dry.",Niersteiner Hipping Spätlese,18,88,Rheinhessen,,,Weingut Georg Albrecht Schneider 2011 Niersteiner Hipping Spätlese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-georg-albrecht-schneider-2011-niersteiner-hipping-spatlese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2011,Weingut Georg Albrecht Schneider 15.7,Red,US,"Superextracted in blackberry jam, black currant liqueur, mocha and sweet, caramelized oak flavors, this 100% Syrah pays homage to Austrailan Shiraz. It's very high in alcohol. Not showing much subtlety, but impresses for sheer power. Drink up.",Darwin,50,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2010 Darwin Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2010-darwin-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Hall 12.5,White,Austria,"Intensely peppery, this wine is aromatic with notes of black currants. Fruit flavors are marked with lemongrass spiciness and tense acidity. The wine is light in body, with a refreshing character that's going to be just right as an aperitif. Screwcap.",,,88,Niederösterreich,,,Graf Hardegg 2012 Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graf-hardegg-2012-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Graf Hardegg 13,Red,Germany,"Understated and elegant, this is a mineral-intense Pinot Noir with focused granite notes against a backdrop of tart sour-cherries and violet florals. It's austere in style, but lovely to sip, with a finish marked with soft, dusty tannins.",Schwarzer Adler,25,88,Baden,,,Franz Keller 2010 Schwarzer Adler Pinot Noir (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franz-keller-2010-schwarzer-adler-pinot-noir-baden/,Pinot Noir,2010,Franz Keller 13.5,Red,Germany,"Charred wood and smoke cast a veil over high-toned red-cherry flavors on this pretty, floral Pinot Noir. The palate is delicate in flavor concentration, but structured squarely with bristling acidity and soft, dusty tannins.",Trocken,37,88,Baden,,,Huber 2010 Trocken Pinot Noir (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2010-trocken-pinot-noir-baden/,Pinot Noir,2010,Huber 13.9,Red,US,"The heat waves of the vintage show up in the raisin flavors that pervade this Cab. It's complicated with dark chocolate, blackberry jam and cassis notes, wrapped into bigtime tannins, with a chiseled finish. Drink now–2015.",,65,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hawkes 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkes-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Hawkes 15,Red,Israel,"Oak-derived aromas of vanilla, sweet wood and toast are forward in the bouquet and mouth of this wine, but they're supported by a solid core of lush black berry, cassis and plum notes. The palate is round and mouthfilling, with a creamy texture.",T-Selection,65,88,Galilee,,,Pelter 2009 T-Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pelter-2009-t-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Pelter 14,Red,US,"An appealing wine with notes of dark fruit and sweet spices. It's broad in feel with the dry, grippy tannins the only thing holding it back.",Limited Release,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Northwest Collection 2010 Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northwest-collection-2010-limited-release-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Northwest Collection 14,Red,Chile,"Smooth berry aromas offer a touch of raisiny overripeness. The bouquet also brings alfalfa green and tobacco aromas. In the mouth, this is chunky and flabby, with loamy richness. Flavors of prune, blackberry and loam hollow out and finish with medium length and not much kick.",Gran Reserva Serie Riberas Ribera del Linguiririca,18,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2010 Gran Reserva Serie Riberas Ribera del Linguiririca Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2010-gran-reserva-serie-riberas-ribera-linguiririca-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Concha y Toro 14,White,US,"Consistent with past vintages, this tart, grassy and spicy effort features green apple fruit dusted with white pepper. There's a trace of grain in the aroma and in the finishing flavor as well. The blend includes 9% Sémillon.",,19,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DiStefano 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/distefano-2012-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,DiStefano 13.5,White,Chile,"The normal Los Vascos style of Sauvignon Blanc is lean and citrusy, with an emphasis on passion fruit aromas and flavors. This wine, from a very warm vintage, is more tropical and plump than the norm. And while it's still tight and nervy in the mouth, with lime, grapefruit and orange pith flavors, it's definitely less angular than in the past.",Los Vascos,,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2012 Los Vascos Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2012-los-vascos-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 12,Sparkling,Austria,"Grüner, with its natural acidity, makes a fine base for a fresh, fruity sparkling wine. It's delicious and crisp, with lots of apples and grapefruit flavors, finishing with bright acidity.",Brut,21,88,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Szigeti NV Brut Grüner Veltliner (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/szigeti-nv-brut-gruner-veltliner-osterreichischer-sekt-175071/,Grüner Veltliner,,Szigeti 13,White,US,"Aromatically expressive with notes of savory spice, white grapefruit, lychee, and citrus. It's a touch off-dry and medium bodied, full of spice flavors.",Celilo Vineyard,18,88,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Sineann 2012 Celilo Vineyard Gewurztraminer (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2012-celilo-vineyard-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Sineann 14.5,Red,Chile,"This starts with dense, murky, earthy aromas of stewed black fruits and rubber. In the mouth, it feels full and aggressive, with rubbery tannins supporting thick, herbal flavors of rooty black fruits. A chunky, chewy, layered finish is generous in every way.",First Edition,18,88,Cachapoal Valley,,,Valle Secreto 2010 First Edition Syrah (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-secreto-2010-first-edition-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cachapoal-valley/,Syrah,2010,Valle Secreto 12.5,White,Austria,"Blending two local grapes, Zierfandler and Rotgipfler, this is a perfumed, intensely fruity wine. Apples and orange zest come together to give delicious acidity, bright flavors and a crisp aftertaste. Screwcap.",Klassik,19,88,Thermenregion,,,Gebeshuber 2012 Klassik White (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spaetrot-gebeshuber-2012-klassik-white-blend-austrian-thermenregion/,Austrian white blend,2012,Gebeshuber 13,Red,France,"Pied de Perdrix is a relative of Malbec, almost lost but rediscovered in a vineyard near Cahors. In style, this wine, all fruit and firm tannins, has much in common with a lighter Cahors. The black fruits are bold, well etched and are all ready to drink. Screwcap.",Pied de Perdrix,,88,Southwest France,Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2010 Pied de Perdrix Pied de Perdrix (Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2010-pied-perdrix-other-red-pied-perdrix-vin-pays-comte-tolosan/,Pied de Perdrix,2010,Lionel Osmin & Cie 14.4,Red,US,"An aromatic wine with barrel notes of toast, chocolate, and licorice alongside pepper and plum. It's tart and expansive with a soft, velvety feel and a cherry liqueur-filled finish.",Weinbau Vineyard,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Januik 2010 Weinbau Vineyard Malbec (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2010-weinbau-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Malbec,2010,Januik 13.8,White,US,"This is J's best Pinot Gris in years. It's rich and focused, with bright acidity, a clean mouthfeel and complex orange, mango, honey and vanilla flavors.",,15,88,California,California Other,California,J Vineyards & Winery 2012 Pinot Gris (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2012,J Vineyards & Winery 14,Red,US,"This is a very ripe, flashy Cabernet, tannic and dry, with blackberry and cassis flavors that are accented with oak. It shows plenty of balanced elegance, but those tannins lock it down. Give it 5–6 years to begin to come around.",Five Sisters Blend,34,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,J. Rickards 2010 Five Sisters Blend Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rickards-2010-five-sisters-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,J. Rickards 13.5,White,US,"Morgan winemaker Dan Lee turns to Albariño and his alternative family brand in this bottling. The brief period it spent in neutral oak shows up as mellowness, but the real stars are acidity and stimulating citrus and mango fruits.",,18,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Lee Family Farm 2012 Albariño (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lee-family-farm-2012-albarino-central-coast-monterey/,Albariño,2012,Lee Family Farm 14,Red,Israel,"Here's a bright and attractive wine with aromas and flavors of red cherry, plum and strawberry, accented by earthy hints of foliage, forest floor and woody spice. Medium weight, with dusty, lingering tannins that persist through the finish.",Binyamina Single Vineyard,75,88,Shomron,,,Margalit 2010 Binyamina Single Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Shomron),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margalit-2010-binyamina-single-vineyard-cabernet-franc-shomron/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Margalit 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is an internationally-styled Barolo, with oak-driven aromas of toasted wood and roasted coffee beans. The palate shows black fruit flavors layered with oak, vanilla and espresso, accompanied by astringent wood tannins.",Sarmassa,120,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marchesi di Barolo 2009 Sarmassa (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-2009-sarmassa-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Marchesi di Barolo 14.5,Rose,US,"This is our first peek at MacPhail's 2012 Pinots, and to judge by it, they'll be pretty good. The wine is dark in color and full-bodied for a rosé, with the weight and texture of Chardonnay. It's enormously flavorful in raspberries, vanilla, honey and spices.",Rosé of Pinot Noir,22,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacPhail 2012 Rosé of Pinot Noir Rosé (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2012-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Rosé,2012,MacPhail 14,Red,Chile,"Savory aromas of grilled meats and barbecue sauce come with resiny oak and carob notes. This feels solid in the mouth, with an oak-driven texture that's cut by nice acidity. Core flavors follow the nose: savory berry with resiny oak, herbs and BBQ notes. Spearmint flavors and racy acidity drive the finish.",Queulat Gran Reserva Single Vineyard,18,88,Maipo Valley,,,Ventisquero 2010 Queulat Gran Reserva Single Vineyard Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2010-queulat-gran-reserva-single-vineyard-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Ventisquero 14,Red,Australia,"This mouth-filling Shiraz features plenty of weight and texture and bold, plummy flavors tinged with mocha and black olive. It'll go great with a charred steak off the grill.",,21,88,Victoria,Pyrenees,,Taltarni 2009 Shiraz (Pyrenees),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taltarni-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-pyrenees/,Shiraz,2009,Taltarni 12,Sparkling,Austria,"This is a sweet, lightly sparkling wine—think Moscato d'Asti, or honey and lemon. It's a great aperitif with spice and citrus adding to the pleasure of this delicate, fruity wine. Screwcap.",Frizzante,,88,Steiermark,,,Strauss NV Frizzante Gelber Muskateller (Steiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/strauss-nv-frizzante-other-white-gelber-muskateller-steiermark/,Gelber Muskateller,,Strauss 13.2,White,US,"The combination of a cool growing region and a cool vintage have made this wine very tart, with low alcohol. Don't look for fat, opulent tropical fruits here. Instead, you'll find lemons, limes and mangoes, complex and mouthwatering.",,21,88,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Stolo 2011 Chardonnay (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolo-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Stolo 13,White,Austria,"The Loisium is the wine museum in Langenlois in which the Steininger family is partner. This wines comes from the vineyard next to the museum. It's brightly fruity, a delicately layered wine, full of citrus and apricot fruit flavors, lively and ready to drink. Screwcap.",Loisiumweingarten Reserve,24,88,Kamptal,,,Steininger 2012 Loisiumweingarten Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steininger-2012-loisiumweingarten-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Steininger 13.5,Sparkling,Austria,"Lively and crisp, this wine hints more at fragrant red berries and red fruit than the tannins of Cabernet. The structure is there, but in the background, giving the wine a chance at a couple of years' bottle aging.",Rosé Sekt,32,88,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Steininger 2011 Rosé Sekt Cabernet Sauvignon (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steininger-2011-rose-sekt-cabernet-sauvignon-osterreichischer-sekt/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Steininger 13.5,White,Austria,"On the rich side, this is a full-bodied wine with pure green and white fruits. Acidity cuts through this richer texture, a lively fruity wine that is also full of ripe fruits. At the end, a more steely, mineral character emerges. Screwcap.",Kittmansberg Reserve,39,88,Kamptal,,,Steininger 2011 Kittmansberg Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steininger-2011-kittmansberg-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Steininger 14.5,Red,Australia,"With its herb and green olive aromas, this is not a typical value-priced Australian Shiraz. It's surprisingly complex, adding just enough red berry fruit into the mix while staying on the savory, herbal side of the tracks. The tannins are supple, fading into an ashy touch on the finish. Drink now and over the next few years.",,13,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Miles From Nowhere 2011 Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miles-from-nowhere-2011-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2011,Miles From Nowhere 13.5,White,Austria,"A ripe, creamy wine with a fragrant apple core, this is a full bodied, forceful blast of fruit and soft acidity. Finishes rich with hints of spice. Screwcap.",Seeberg,,88,Burgenland,,,Prieler 2012 Seeberg Pinot Blanc (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prieler-2012-seeberg-pinot-blanc-burgenland/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Prieler 14.9,Red,US,"Sobon's Old Vines Zinfandel is seamless in bright red fruit and soft tannins, with a tempered spiciness on the finish. A great value and go-to wine for a crowd, this is ideal to stock up on for outdoor gatherings, or just to get through the winter.",Old Vines,13,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2011 Old Vines Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2011-old-vines-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2011,Sobon Estate 14.2,Red,US,"Still quite young and showing an herbal side to the sharply-defined red fruits, this Cabernet will need a bit more bottle age to soften the rough edges. Nonetheless, the complex weave of bark, herb, earth and wild berry is balanced and effective; just give it more time.",,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sineann 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Sineann 14,Red,Australia,"This wine's bright berry notes make it very accessible—the raspberry perfume is virtually irresistible. Those berries are capably framed by cedary elements, but on the palate, the structure of the wine is taut, wiry and crisp. Drink it over the next few years for its fruity appeal.",Art Series,35,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2010 Art Series Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2010-art-series-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2010,Leeuwin Estate 13.2,White,US,"What a nice Sauvignon Blanc this is. It's crisp and delicately structured, with light, airy flavors of limes, dried hay, pineapple zest and white pepper.",,19,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tower 15 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tower-15-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Tower 15 14,Red,Chile,"Roasted berry and cassis aromas are basic and familiar. The palate on this varietal Cabernet is grabby yet solid, with sweet, baked flavors of cassis, berry and chocolate. Hints of toast and darkness rise up on what amounts to a rubbery feeling finish.",Aliwen Reserva,13,88,Maipo Valley-Colchagua Valley,,,Undurraga 2011 Aliwen Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley-Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2011-aliwen-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Undurraga 15.5,Red,Israel,"This wine starts off herbal and earthy, with forward aromas of pepper, tree bark and cherry tree. The palate is rich and velvety, with ripe notes of raspberry, blackberry and plum. Dusty tannins provide a nice texture, while the medium-length finish boasts a spicy cocoa flavor.",Reserve,42,88,Galilee,,,Tulip Winery 2010 Reserve Syrah (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tulip-winery-2010-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-galilee/,Syrah,2010,Tulip Winery 13.5,Red,US,"Sonas is half Merlot, 33% Cabernet Sauvignon, and the rest Cabernet Franc. It has graham cracker scents and flavors, and a soft, smooth mouthfeel. The red plum fruit is swathed in plenty of mocha flavors; a most enjoyable, unpretentious wine.",Sonas,45,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,O•S Winery 2010 Sonas Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-s-winery-2010-sonas-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,O•S Winery 13.2,Rose,US,"Very dry and a little austere, with suggestions of cherry skins, citrus fruits and spices. The alcohol is nice and low, while the acidity is brisk. A fine, elegant rosé, delicate and easy to drink.",Grenache,16,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2012 Grenache Rosé (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2012-grenache-rose-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Rosé,2012,Mounts 12.5,White,Austria,"This is a rounded, rich and soft wine with a creamy texture and ripe pear and lime flavors contrasting with lively acidity. It has a smooth character, but with a bite of spice, lemon zest and minerality. Drink now. Screwcap.",Terrassen,16,88,Traisental,,,Markus Huber 2012 Terrassen Grüner Veltliner (Traisental),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2012-terrassen-gruner-veltliner-traisental/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Markus Huber 14,Red,Chile,"Rubber, shoe polish, blackberry and blueberry aromas control the bouquet on this Limarí Syrah. This feels gritty and tannic, while flavors of roasted black fruits and chocolate come across a touch reduced. Toast, chocolate and ripe berry flavors define the finish.",Limited Edition,20,88,Limarí Valley,,,Maray 2010 Limited Edition Syrah (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maray-2010-limited-edition-shiraz-syrah-syrah-limari-valley/,Syrah,2010,Maray 10,White,US,"This vineyard is known for Pinot Noir, but the cool climate has yielded here a crisp, mouthwatering Riesling. Most California Rieslings have a touch of sweetness, but not this dry one, which accentuates the tartness of the grapefruits and limes. With some complexity, it's a wonderful cocktail sipper to get the evening started.",Tondre Grapefield,23,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Joyce 2012 Tondre Grapefield Riesling (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joyce-2012-tondre-grapefield-riesling-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Riesling,2012,Joyce 14.2,White,US,"The oak is strong on this blend of three of the winery's best vineyards. It shows up as buttered toast, with a distinctive, charry-sweet note of toasted marshmallows. The wine is strong in pineapples and oranges. An eccentric Chardonnay for drinking now.",Cuvée de Trois,29,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2011 Cuvée de Trois Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2011-cuvee-trois-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Joseph Swan Vineyards 14.8,Red,US,"Like Petite Sirah's rustic power? You'll love this lusty wine. It's dark, tannic and dry, with massive blackberry, blueberry, dark chocolate and oak flavors that finish with hints of bacon and black pepper. Will age forever, but your window is now and through 2018.",Brown Barn Vineyard,24,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,J. Rickards 2010 Brown Barn Vineyard Petite Sirah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rickards-2010-brown-barn-vineyard-petite-sirah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Petite Sirah,2010,J. Rickards 15,Red,US,"Blended with ten percent Syrah and aged in neutral oak, this wine from the cool 2011 vintage brings notes of black pepper, plum, and game. It's full bodied and intense with tart flavors and firm, somewhat dry tannins.",Stone Tree Vineyard,39,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Dusted Valley 2011 Stone Tree Vineyard Mourvèdre (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2011-stone-tree-vineyard-mourvedre-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Mourvèdre,2011,Dusted Valley 13.5,Red,Australia,"This medium-weight Shiraz features subtle campfire notes from start to finish, underscoring its cherry and mint aromas and flavors. Fresh and friendly, it features a soft dusting of tannins on the finish. Drink it now and over the next few years.",,40,88,Victoria,Heathcote,,Greenstone 2008 Shiraz (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenstone-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-heathcote/,Shiraz,2008,Greenstone 13,White,Israel,"A blend of 88% Sauvignon Blanc and 45% Chardonnay, this is bright and expressive, with forward aromas of white peach, yellow florals, fresh grass and sweet-orange citrus. Those notes carry through to the lively palate, with prickly acidity that keeps the finish crisp and clean.",Unoaked Blanc,32,88,Judean Hills,,,Flam 2012 Unoaked Blanc White (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flam-2012-unoaked-blanc-white-judean-hills/,White Blend,2012,Flam 14.5,Red,US,"A blend of Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon, it's ripe and succulent with notes of cherry, vanilla and sweet spices supported by tart acids and tightly wound tannins.",Tribute RiverBend Vineyard,32,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Fielding Hills 2010 Tribute RiverBend Vineyard Red (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2010-tribute-riverbend-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Red Blend,2010,Fielding Hills 14,Red,Chile,"Initially this smells oaky, pasty and lactic, but with time it opens to reveal blackberry and cassis aromas. The palate is lively and offers healthy acidic cut. Flavors of creamy berry, oak and plum end with a creamy feeling and lightly lactic tasting finish. Overall this is a polished wine with minimal varietal character.",Single Vineyard Max Reserva Estates,20,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2011 Single Vineyard Max Reserva Estates Carmenère (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2011-single-vineyard-max-reserva-estates-carmenere-aconcagua-valley/,Carmenère,2011,Errazuriz 14,Red,Italy,"This is a quintessential expression of young Nebbiolo, with pretty floral and strawberry notes that carry onto the palate, along with raspberry and mineral nuances and a whiff of spice. A bright, elegant wine made to be drunk young. Imported by Masciarelli Wine Co, Moonlight Wine Co.",,25,88,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Giacomo Fenocchio 2011 Nebbiolo d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-fenocchio-2011-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2011,Giacomo Fenocchio 14.9,Red,US,"This new offering from Gamache Vintners is a Bordeaux-style blend made from 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from the Gamache and Champoux vineyards. Pretty cherry lollipop fruit carries a whiff of barnyard, and the tannins finish with an herbal echo.",Nicolas Reserve,55,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gamache 2008 Nicolas Reserve Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamache-2008-nicolas-reserve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Gamache 13,Red,France,"Ripe and sweetly fruity, this is a black-currant and berry-flavored wine, with balanced juiciness and a judicious use of wood. Full-bodied, it's likely to age well over the medium term.",,18,88,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Monconseil-Gazin 2011 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-monconseil-gazin-2011-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Monconseil-Gazin 13,Red,France,"Made by the same team as Château de France in Pessac-Léognan, this is an attractive, forward wine. It shows the juicy character of the vintage, although the tannins do give it structure and some weight. A wine for medium-term aging: 4–5 years.",,35,88,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Coquillas 2011 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coquillas-2011-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Coquillas 14.3,White,US,"A lush, creamy Sauvignon Blanc from Foothills producer C.G. di Arie, which has traveled to Lodi here for its fruit. Full and rich, the wine has a pronounced taste of lime, especially on the finish. It is dry and crisp, ready for goat cheese and seafood.",,18,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Di Arie 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arie-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley-lodi/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Di Arie ,Red,France,"There is fine acidity here, black currant fruit and firm tannins. The combination works well, giving fruitiness and structure. The result is a wine with aging potential, freshness and an attractive, juicy aftertaste.",Château Dubory,17,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Chateau de Launay 2011 Château Dubory (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-launay-2011-dubory-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Chateau de Launay 12.5,White,Germany,"This wine is fascinating on the nose with notes of ripe tropical fruit and heather mixed with dark, earthy scents of wax and lanolin. Dry in style with a rich, weighty mouthfeel, it finishes mysteriously with a smoky, floral flair.",Alte Reben Trocken,13,88,Rheinhessen,,,Dr. Heyden 2011 Alte Reben Trocken Silvaner (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-heyden-2011-alte-reben-trocken-other-white-silvaner-rheinhessen/,Silvaner,2011,Dr. Heyden 12.5,White,Austria,"With aromas of the apricots that ripen so well in the Wachau, this is a fragrant, perfumed, intensely fruity wine. It is stylish with white fruits, a mineral texture and bright acidity at the end. It's worth aging a year or two. Screwcap.",Terrassen Federspiel,16,88,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2012 Terrassen Federspiel Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2012-terrassen-federspiel-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2012,Domäne Wachau 12.5,White,US,"With residual sugar measuring 17 g/L, this puts the emphasis on fruit flavors that are forward, round, ripe and slightly sweet. It's right down the heart of the plate in terms of Washington styles; apple and peach the main flavors.",,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2012 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2012-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14,Red,Chile,"Concentrated blackberry, leather and loam aromas are big, bold and bullish. This is saturated and heavy in the mouth, with leather, roasted berry and meaty flavors. A round finish comes with just enough snappy acidity to keep it lively, although there is some choppiness and grit to it.",Marques de Casa Concha,26,88,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 2011 Marques de Casa Concha Carmenère (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2011-marques-casa-carmenere-peumo/,Carmenère,2011,Concha y Toro 13.5,White,US,"If you're curious about California Grenache Blanc, check out this one. It shows beautifully varietal flavors of oranges, pineapples and honey, with vital Santa Ynez acidity. So rich, it's hard to believe it never saw any oak.",Tourmaline,24,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Coghlan 2010 Tourmaline Grenache Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coghlan-2010-tourmaline-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache Blanc,2010,Coghlan 13.5,Red,Israel,"This fifty-fifty blend is rich and ripe, with forward aromas and flavors of red plum, blueberry and blackberry. Secondary accents of licorice root, black pepper and light toast add depth and interest. Silky and accessible, this is a surprisingly approachable selection that's ready to drink now.",Yogev,15,88,Samson,,,Binyamina 2011 Yogev Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Samson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/binyamina-2011-yogev-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-samson/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2011,Binyamina 12.5,White,Austria,"The Sandgrube vineyard is one of the most familiar names in Krems and produces warm, fruity wines like this. The wine has weight, a dense texture and green-fruit acidity, laced with pepper. It's very young and should be kept for 2–3 years. Screwcap.",Kremser Sandgrube,18,89,Kremstal,,,Thierry-Weber 2012 Kremser Sandgrube Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thierry-weber-2012-kremser-sandgrube-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Thierry-Weber 14.1,Red,US,"The no new oak-version of Foursight's Charles Vineyard Pinot Noir, this one is brighter in cherry and raspberry fruit, with dialed-up acidity. It may be the better sipping wine, but will also pair deliciously with a roast pork or chops, lightly dusted in herbs.","Charles Vineyard, Zero New Oak",38,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,"Foursight 2010 Charles Vineyard, Zero New Oak Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foursight-2010-charles-vineyard-zero-new-oak-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Foursight 13.5,White,Austria,"The perfumed spiciness from Traminer is balanced by notes of tropical fruit, peppered pears and a fine, attractive acidity. The wine is full bodied, direct and delicious. Screwcap.",Gamlitzberg Reserve,,89,Steiermark,,,Strauss 2010 Gamlitzberg Reserve Traminer (Steiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/strauss-2010-gamlitzberg-reserve-other-white-traminer-steiermark/,Traminer,2010,Strauss 12.5,White,Austria,"Fresh, fragrant and aromatic, this is a clean, clear, limpid wine. Its white fruit flavors are refreshingly crisp, offering delicious acidity. Finishes with a lively citrus aftertaste. Screwcap.",Steinterrassen,28,89,Kremstal,,,Stadt Krems 2012 Steinterrassen Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadt-krems-2012-steinterrassen-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2012,Stadt Krems 14.4,Red,US,"Notable for balanced elegance, this Cabernet is dry and complex in blackberry, currant, cassis and plum flavors. Oak gives it a lovely jacket of smoke. It's tough in tannins, and unlikely to age, so drink over the next 2–3 years.",Estate,30,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2010 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2010-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,St. Supéry 14.5,Red,Chile,"Baked, spicecake aromas incorporate cola, raisin, herbs and foresty notes. This feels meaty and tannic, with a strong grip. Flavors of blackberry, blueberry, herbs and chocolate finish firm but mild, with richness and structure. Despite being a bit heavy, this is a really good example of Chilean Syrah.",Reserva Privada,19,89,Maule Valley,,,Viña Casas Patronales 2010 Reserva Privada Syrah (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-patronales-2010-reserva-privada-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maule-valley/,Syrah,2010,Viña Casas Patronales 14.5,Red,Chile,"Similar to the 2010 Primus, this is earthy, wholesome and soundly built. Aromas of meaty fruit, leather and licorice are earthy and inviting. The palate feels chewy and medium to full, with dark plum, carob, loam and blackberry flavors. A warm, mildly baked finish concludes this round, very nice red.",,20,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Primus 2011 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primus-2011-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2011,Primus 14.5,Red,US,"This new cuvée features grapes from both Tokar and Yellowbird vineyards, located out in the Mill Creek region east of downtown Walla Walla. It's close enough to the Blue Mountains to allow for this experiment in dry-farmed (non-irrigated) grapes. Flavors are distinctive, showing wild berries, cola, grain and herb.",Dryland,42,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Tulpen 2009 Dryland Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tulpen-2009-dryland-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Tulpen 12.5,Red,Israel,"This blend of 60% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon is bright and balanced, with fruity notes of black plum and cherry dusted by accents of tobacco, licorice and lightly charred wood. Medium weight and enjoyable, the tannins are mouthcoating but fine and the finish deliciously spicy.",Fusion,15,89,Galilee,,,Segal's 2012 Fusion Red (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segals-2012-fusion-red-galilee/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Segal's 14.8,Red,US,"A huge, thick Syrah that couldn't possibly be fruitier. It explodes in blackberry and cherry jam, dark chocolate and toasty oak flavors, wrapped into sturdy tannins, leading to a finish of brown sugar and spices. Not for the faint-hearted, but a seriously great barbecue wine.",Vintage Select,45,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Wattle Creek 2010 Vintage Select Shiraz (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2010-vintage-select-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Shiraz,2010,Wattle Creek 14.2,Red,US,"Shows good Sonoma Coast character in the tart acids and cool-climate flavors of pomegranates, cherries and cola. Lots of new French oak adds rich notes of buttered toast and smoke. Appealingly dry, it's a fancy, elegant wine from this fine producer, but finishes a little short. Drink over the next 2–3 years.",,45,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Patz & Hall 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Patz & Hall 11.5,White,Germany,"Whiffs of smoke and struck flint blow off with aeration, revealing bright orange and lemon peel notes on this off-dry Spätlese. It's broad and a bit luscious on the palate, with intense, dusty minerality and a spray of fresh herbs and lemon-pith notes that lend a bristling astringency.",Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese,29,89,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2010 Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2010-bernkasteler-badstube-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Markus Molitor 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Barolo offers tobacco leaf, porcini mushroom, roasted coffee bean and espresso aromas. The palate delivers ripe plum and coffee notes, and ripe, round tannins. This isn't a very typical expression of Barolo, but it's enjoyable. It's already approachable. Drink it now and over the next few years.",Torriglione,60,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mario Gagliasso 2009 Torriglione (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-gagliasso-2009-torriglione-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Mario Gagliasso 14.5,White,US,"This crisp Sauvignon Blanc shows how well the variety can perform in Dry Creek Valley. It offers lots of savory citrus, green grass, tropical fruit, honey and white pepper flavors. The acidity makes the mouth water.",Estate,19,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mill Creek 2011 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mill-creek-2011-estate-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Mill Creek 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a straightforward Barolo with aromas of ripe berry, meat juices and a hint of leather. The palate shows black cherry flavors layered with mint and licorice. It's delicious, with big yet silky tannins, but there's little complexity and it finishes a bit short.",Serralunga d'Alba,54,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Fontanafredda 2009 Serralunga d'Alba (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanafredda-2009-serralunga-dalba-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Fontanafredda 14,Red,Italy,"This Barbaresco has an unusual but appealing fragrance of incense, exotic spice and black fruit. The palate shows more classic Nebbiolo characters of cherry and spice, as well as oak-driven sensations of roasted coffee bean and vanilla.",Bordini,62,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Fontanabianca 2010 Bordini (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanabianca-2010-bordini-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Fontanabianca 13,Red,Australia,"Essentially, this is Cullen's third red wine--a blend of 48% Malbec, 36% Petit Verdot and 16% Merlot. It's dark and cedary, full bodied yet restrained, with ample cassis flavors and a lick of vanilla. Drink now–2020.",,25,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cullen 2010 Red (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cullen-2010-red-margaret-river/,Red Blend,2010,Cullen ,Red,France,"Ripe and fruity, this is a wine made for drinking soon. It has ripe black-plum fruit, structured tannins and a juicy and smoky character that is already delicious.",,18,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Nardon 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nardon-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de Nardon ,Red,France,"This rich, wood-laden wine is balanced by ripe red plum and blackberry fruit. It is a solid effort, its ripe fruit laced with attractive, fresh acidity. Generous and dense.",,,89,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château le Piat 2011 Côtes de Bourg,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-piat-2011-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château le Piat ,Red,Italy,"This young Roero shows Nebbiolo's charming side. It has a lovely fragrance of rose, violet and crushed berry, while the palate delivers bright cherry and cinnamon spice. It's fresh, polished and enjoyable.",,,89,Piedmont,Roero,,Careglio 2010 Roero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/careglio-2010-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2010,Careglio 13.5,White,US,"Borra winemaker Markus Niggli, a Swiss native, has gone back to his roots for this innovative blend of 85% Kerner and 15% Riesling, proving that some of the best experimentation in California is happening in places like Lodi right now. Full of lively acidity, this wine is crisp, soft, sparkling with lime, apple, lychee and kiwi, easy to enjoy on a summer's day or any other day.",Artist Series,18,89,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Borra 2012 Artist Series White (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borra-2012-artist-series-white-central-valley-lodi/,White Blend,2012,Borra 14.5,Red,US,"Nothing subtle about this Zin, which offers a heady blast of grilled raspberries and cherries. It's a robust wine, with lots of alcohol and spices and a rich finish. This is your go-to summer barbecue wine.",Barrel 32,55,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Bella 2010 Barrel 32 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-2010-barrel-32-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Bella 15.6,Red,US,"Hall produces some of Napa's consistently most gorgeous red wines, and while this wine is one of their least expensive, it shows the house style of balanced power and deliciousness. A Bordeaux-style blend with 30% Syrah, it's high in alcohol, but wears it well, showing blackberry, cherry, chocolate and liqueur flavors. Drink now.",Craig's Cuvée,35,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2010 Craig's Cuvée Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2010-craigs-cuvee-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Hall 14.5,Red,Italy,"At first this isn't very expressive but it opens in the glass to reveal berry, prune, underbrush and balsamic aromas. The palate shows sweet cherry flavors layered with coffee and espresso notes.",Bricco Amrogio,45,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Grimaldi Bruna 2009 Bricco Amrogio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grimaldi-bruna-2009-bricco-amrogio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Grimaldi Bruna 14.5,Red,Australia,"A solidly built, rather chunky Cabernet, the 2009 Pillar Box Reserve delivers plummy fruit framed by vanilla and tobacco notes. The tannins are a bit coarsely textured on the finish, but leave behind an appetizingly mouthwatering sensation. Drink now–2020.",Pillar Box Reserve,21,89,South Australia,Padthaway,,Henry's Drive Vignerons 2009 Pillar Box Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henrys-drive-vignerons-2009-pillar-box-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-padthaway/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Henry's Drive Vignerons 14.2,White,US,"An exceptionally priced Sauvignon Blanc from estate-grown fruit, Brutocao's Feliz Vineyard offers pronounced aromatics, all honeysuckle and apricot. Floral, savory, even slightly salty, the fruit that will stand out most here is honeydew melon. The wine's just-enough level of sweetness is reminiscent of nature's best.",Feliz Vineyard,14,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2012 Feliz Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2012-feliz-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Brutocao 13,White,Austria,"This wine comes from the Nussberg vineyards close to the Vienna woods. It is aromatic, spicy and richly textured. The wine has warmth as well as crisp acidity and green-fruit flavors. Give it a year to mature. Screwcap.",Vienna Hills,22,89,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2012 Vienna Hills Riesling (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2012-vienna-hills-riesling-vienna/,Riesling,2012,Wieninger 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a classic Barolo that shows impressive freshness for the 2009 vintage. Bright berry and floral aromas and lip-smacking cherry-berry flavors balance firm but fine tannins. Not much complexity, but lovely finesse.",,35,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Borgogno F.lli Serio e Battista 2009 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgogno-flli-serio-e-battista-2009-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Borgogno F.lli Serio e Battista 13,Red,France,"This ripe, concentrated wine is full of tannins and ripe blackberry fruit. It is still youthfully dry, but shows the potential to develop for 3–5 years.",,13,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château la Chapelle Maillard 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chapelle-maillard-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château la Chapelle Maillard 13.2,Red,US,"This is a very nice Pinot, with some special qualities to recommend it. It's crisp yetsilky, with pleasantly complex cherry, rhubarb and pomegranate fruit, touched with oak. Doesn't have the stuffing for aging, so drink up. Great with char-broiled steak.",Reserve,40,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Martin Ray 2011 Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2011-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2011,Martin Ray 13.9,Red,Israel,"This Cabernet-dominant blend is drinking young, with firm, gripping tannins and a tight structure. There's plenty of black fruit flavors to flesh out the palate, along with complex nuances of licorice root, creme de cassis, cigar-box spice and a touch of bitter chocolate. Give it a few years in the cellar for the tannins to mellow a bit.",Reserve,40,89,Galilee,,,1848 Winery 2009 Reserve Cabernet Merlot (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/1848-winery-2009-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-merlot-galilee/,Cabernet Merlot,2009,1848 Winery 12,White,US,"Andis remains a name to watch in Amador, producing consistently great reds and whites. Here, they've made an invitingly floral Semillon, only 12% alcohol, that's light and bright in melon and fig with a richness on the mid-palate and a zesty finish. This will pair nicely with a range of equally light foods.",Bill Dillian Vineyard,19,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Andis 2012 Bill Dillian Vineyard Semillon (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andis-2012-bill-dillian-vineyard-semillon-semillon-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Sémillon,2012,Andis 15,Red,Chile,"This blend of Syrah, Cabernet and Tempranillo from American-born winemaker Ed Flaherty offers floral aromas of raspberry and dusty plum. The palate feels fresh and vital, with good energy backing flavors of coconut and vanilla along with plum, raspberry and cream. A mild, slightly juicy finish delivers a final shot of oaky vanilla.",,23,89,Aconcagua Valley,,,Flaherty 2009 Red (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flaherty-2009-red-aconcagua-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Flaherty 12.5,Red,France,"From a small property next to Jean-Luc Baldès's Clos Triguedina, Labrande produces a firm while accessible Malbec. It has richness, solid tannins, dark coffee and blueberry flavors. The end shows density and medium-term aging potential.",Château Labrande,15,89,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2010 Château Labrande Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2010-chateau-labrande-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Jean-Luc Baldès 14.3,Rose,US,"Some Pinot Noir rosés can be heavy, but this one's as light as silk. With a briskly tart, creamy texture framing strawberry and date nut candy flavors, it's an absolute delight.",Vin Gris Rosé of,20,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 2012 Vin Gris Rosé of Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2012-vin-gris-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,J Vineyards & Winery 14.5,Red,Chile,"Hailing from a vineyard planted 900 meters above sea level, this Syrah-led blend is black as night, gaseous on the nose and loaded with heavy, ripe berry flavors. It's rich, chewy, dense and delivers a truck load's worth of blackberry, boysenberry, prune and chocolate on top of a rugged, brawny, saturated foundation.",LFE900 Single Vineyard,35,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2010 LFE900 Single Vineyard Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2010-lfe900-single-vineyard-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Luis Felipe Edwards 14.3,Red,US,"Brisk, citrusy acidity acts as a lever to the raspberry and cherry fruit flavors, lifting them to bright zestiness. The wine is a vintner's blend of barrels from across the large vineyard. There's a jammy directness that makes it instantly tasty, but it's not an ager. Drink now.",Reserve du Domaine,40,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2011 Reserve du Domaine Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2011-reserve-domaine-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Laetitia 14.7,Red,US,"The raspberry jam, mocha and toasty oak flavors of this block selection from the estate vineyard make the wine especially delicious. It shows the brisk acidity of the Arroyo Grande, with a light, silky texture and a brown sugary finish. Not an ager, so drink soon for the sheer fruity opulence.",La Coupelle,60,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2010 La Coupelle Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2010-coupelle-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Laetitia 12.5,White,Austria,"An intensely herbal wine, this is very green and crisp. It brings out citrus, fresh apple and lemongrass spiciness to yield a wine that is concentrated and likely to age for 2–4 years. Glass stopper.",Steirische Klassik,24,89,Südsteiermark,,,Lackner Tinnacher 2012 Steirische Klassik Sauvignon Blanc (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lackner-tinnacher-2012-steirische-klassik-sauvignon-blanc-sudsteiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Lackner Tinnacher 13.5,Sparkling,Austria,"One of the range of single variety sparkling wines from Steininger, this Sauvignon Blanc shows all the herbaceous character of the grape. It is tangy with a strong zestiness, gooseberry fruit and a tight lemon aftertaste.",Sekt,32,89,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Steininger 2011 Sekt Sauvignon Blanc (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steininger-2011-sekt-sauvignon-blanc-osterreichischer-sekt/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Steininger 15.3,Red,US,"Defines the yummy-delicious modern style of Napa Cabernet, with wave after wave of sweet blackberry jam, dark chocolate and toasty oak flavors. High alcohol gives it a sting of heat. Feels soft and mellow, like a melted candy bar. Drink soon.",Pickett Road Block,125,89,California,Napa,Calistoga,Vermeil 2010 Pickett Road Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vermeil-2010-pickett-road-block-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Vermeil 14.5,White,Austria,"Named after Rudolf and Anita Schwarzböck's son, this is a big—almost too big—wine. It is full of Grüner's pepper character but less of the fruit. So rich, ripe and dense, it offers a full mouth style that is likely to age quickly now. Screwcap.",Philipps Reserve,,89,Weinviertel,,,Schwarzböck 2009 Philipps Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schwarzbock-2009-philipps-reserve-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Schwarzböck 13.5,Red,US,"A blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and four other grapes, this toasty red will please anyone who likes a red wine with satiny, milk chocolate goodness. The fruit and mouth-coating barrel flavors are fine, though there is just a hint of a green edge to the tannins.",Trutina,26,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2009 Trutina Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2009-trutina-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2009,Dunham 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes candied at this time, offering a myriad of raspberry and cherry jam, red currant and caramelized oak flavors. Based on Cabernet Sauvignon, with additions of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it's a rich, satisfying wine, but a little underwhelming for a Dominus wine.",Napanook,59,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominus 2010 Napanook Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominus-2010-napanook-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Dominus 14.5,White,US,"Even though there's no new oak on this wine, it tastes oaky. Shows strong buttered toast and butterscotch flavors, with underlying tropical fruits, pears, white flowers and minerals. Very rich and thick, it can be an interesting substitute for a big, buttery Chardonnay.",Rodney's Vineyard,35,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2010 Rodney's Vineyard Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2010-rodneys-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2010,Fess Parker 13,White,Germany,"Dried herb notes are prominent on this elegant, mineral-laden Silvaner. It's dry in style with a rich, round mouthfeel and understated tones of lemon, white peach and quince. Finishes long on a refreshingly green note.",Casteller Schlossberg Trocken GG,63,89,Franken,,,Castell 2010 Casteller Schlossberg Trocken GG Silvaner (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-2010-casteller-schlossberg-trocken-gg-other-white-silvaner-franken/,Silvaner,2010,Castell 14.5,Red,US,"This shows distinctive dryness and tannins, with an elegant mouthfeel framing black currant and oak flavors. But it's a little shy of being ageworthy, so drink up.",Le Pich,45,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Purlieu 2010 Le Pich Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/purlieu-2010-le-pich-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Purlieu 14,Red,Italy,"This Barbaresco Riserva offers classic rose, leather and truffle aromas. The palate has a core of wild cherry fruit and spice undertones, but it finishes with drying wood tannins.",Campo Quadro Riserva,40,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Punset 2008 Campo Quadro Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punset-2008-campo-quadro-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Punset 13.8,Red,US,"Very ripe in blackberries and cherries, with a nice coating of toasty oak, with a long, spicy finish. The texture is a bit aggressive, with sandpapery tannins. Doesn't seem like an ager, so drink now–2015.",,39,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Pech Merle 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pech-merle-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Pech Merle 14.2,White,US,"The pineapple and tropical fruits in this Chardonnay have been lavished with lots of new French oak. The flavors of buttered toast and caramel dominate. It's a rich, flashy wine to drink now.",,38,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Patz & Hall 2011 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Patz & Hall 13,Red,Austria,"A wine made from 30-year old vines, this is firm, solid and tannic. It feels weighty with a smooth texture that burrows deep into the black fruits and acidity. Fine acidity and a layer of spice complete this attractive wine that is worth aging for 3–5 years. Glass stopper",,25,89,Burgenland,,,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 2011 Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gernot-heike-heinrich-2011-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2011,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 13,Red,Austria,"This is a juicy, fruity wine that's just hinting at the spice typical to Blaufränkisch. Intense blackberry flavors are balanced by a leathery texture, bold acidity, and soft tannins. Probably ready to drink in a year. Glass stopper.",,25,89,Burgenland,,,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 2011 Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gernot-heike-heinrich-2011-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2011,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 13,Red,Germany,"Hints of graphite and dried herbs add complexity to bright cherry and plum flavors on this elegant showcase for German Pinot Noir. The palate is concentrated with ripe fruit, brisk acidity and a focused minerality, with a hint of saline on the finish.",Schwarzer Adler Franz Anton,42,89,Baden,,,Franz Keller 2010 Schwarzer Adler Franz Anton Pinot Noir (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franz-keller-2010-schwarzer-adler-anton-pinot-noir-baden/,Pinot Noir,2010,Franz Keller 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark, rubbery, full-force aromas of toast and minerally black fruits lead to a round, loamy, not too concentrated palate with loamy, toasty flavors of chunky blackberry and dark plum. A lasting, herbal finish makes this good and easy to like. Drink now.",Notas de Guarda,39,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Helena 2011 Notas de Guarda Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-helena-2011-notas-guarda-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2011,Santa Helena 14,Red,Australia,"Miles from Nowhere partner Franklin Tate's family helped launch Evans & Tate to Margaret River stardom, but now this new venture is poised to take off. This full-bodied yet crisp Shiraz features vibrant, dark berry and cherry fruit framed by subtle vanilla and toast shadings. It's solid from start to finish. The regular Shiraz bottling is a Best Buy.",Best Blocks,18,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Miles From Nowhere 2011 Best Blocks Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miles-from-nowhere-2011-best-blocks-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2011,Miles From Nowhere 13.5,Rose,US,"Surprisingly lithe for a Napa rosé that's made from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. It's pretty dark in color, but feels fresh and clean, with penetrating raspberry jam, red currant and vanilla flavors. You could drink this on a hot summer evening with barbecued steak.",Arriviste,25,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blackbird Vineyards 2012 Arriviste Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackbird-2012-arriviste-rose-napa-valley/,Rosé,2012,Blackbird Vineyards 13.5,Red,France,"Firm and tannic, this is a wine that offers good fruit along with its dark exterior. It has a smoky character, while the dark black fruit promises to give the wine a lift into the next 4–6 years.",,20,89,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Vigneau 2011 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-vigneau-2011-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Haut-Vigneau 13.5,Red,Chile,"Scratchy plum and spice aromas are entirely typical for coastal Chile. This wine feels racy and a bit high in acidity, while flavors of orange peel, pie cherry, red plum and mild oak end with juicy length and an indication that this is a quality wine, especially by Chilean Pinot Noir standards.",T.H.,25,89,Leyda Valley,,,Undurraga 2011 T.H. Pinot Noir (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2011-th-pinot-noir-leyda-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Undurraga 13.5,White,Austria,"Aged in wood, this wine has richness and weight even though it loses some of the fruitiness of the Zierfandler and Rotgipfler grapes that make up the blend. It is smooth, rounded, and just hinting at a more tangy character. A wine like this needs another year to fully integrate. Screwcap.",Grosse Reserve,28,89,Thermenregion,,,Gebeshuber 2011 Grosse Reserve White (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spaetrot-gebeshuber-2011-grosse-reserve-white-blend-austrian-thermenregion/,Austrian white blend,2011,Gebeshuber 14,Red,Australia,"Skuttlebutt is a second tier in Stella Bella's range that can represent excellent value. This blend shows some of Cabernet's pungent leafiness, but also plenty of Shiraz's fruity volume to balance things out. At four years of age, the tannins are nicely supple and silky, with the wine's various components in elegant harmony. It's ready to drink now.",,16,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Skuttlebutt 2009 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skuttlebutt-2009-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Skuttlebutt 14,Red,Israel,"This blend of 44% Shiraz, 34% Merlot and 22% Cabernet Sauvignon boasts dense notes of black berry, cherry and raspberry on the nose and mouth, with soft hints of game, char and roasted cocoa nib. The mouthfeel is lush but lifted, with medium acidity and structured tannins that lend grip to the finish.",Red Wine,44,89,Judean Hills,,,Yatir 2009 Red Wine Red (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yatir-2009-red-wine-judean-hills/,Red Blend,2009,Yatir 12.5,White,Austria,"Mango and apricot flavors come through strongly with this wine. It is rich, full and already maturing. Black currant flavors give the acidity the wine needs, shooting through the more exotic fruits. At the end, it is open, generous and ripe.",Seeberg,32,89,Niederösterreich,,,Hager Matthias 2011 Seeberg Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hager-matthias-2011-seeberg-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Hager Matthias 14.2,White,US,"A lovely Roussanne. It is dry and complex, with Chardonnay weight-bearing citrus and tropical fruit, cashew, veal and cream flavors that are brightened with acidity.",,24,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2012 Roussanne (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2012-roussanne-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Roussanne,2012,Mounts 13,Red,Australia,"This medium-bodied Shiraz is almost Saint Joseph-like in its charming cherry and cracked pepper flavors. It's not overly rich or complex, just an easy-drinking wine that should offer plenty of appeal over the next few years.",Siblings,20,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2009 Siblings Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2009-siblings-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2009,Leeuwin Estate 10,White,Germany,"Redolent of honey and ripe tropical fruit, this semi-dry Riesling is lusciously fruity on the palate, but braced with elegant black-tea tones and a long, lime-juice finish. Beautifully structured and effortlessly quaffable.",Nierstein Rehbach Spätlese,22,89,Rheinhessen,,,Louis Guntrum 2011 Nierstein Rehbach Spätlese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-guntrum-2011-nierstein-rehbach-spatlese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2011,Louis Guntrum 11.6,White,US,"Spicy and floral, with super concentration, this fruit bomb of a wine is 100% Riesling, though the aromatics have the rose petal, soapy character of some Washington Gewürztraminers. The depth and intensity of the fruit are remarkable, but may make this a challenge to match with food, even spicy Asian noodle dishes.",,22,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Obelisco Estate 2012 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obelisco-estate-2012-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,Obelisco Estate 14.5,Red,Italy,"This interesting Barolo is loaded with espresso sensations as well as black fruit and spice flavors. It's not very complex, but is attractive and well balanced, with big, round tannins and fresh acidity.",Mirau,55,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Negretti 2008 Mirau (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/negretti-2008-mirau-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2008,Negretti 14.7,Red,US,"Defines a Dry Creek Valley style of Zinfandel, with high alcohol, a heady full-bodiedness, and massive flavors of wild berries, currants, raisins, spices and earthy elements. Drink it over the next 3–4 years, before the fruit starts to turn.",Big River Ranch,40,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Bella 2010 Big River Ranch Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-2010-big-river-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Bella 14.4,Red,US,"Firm and toasty, this inviting Malbec deftly mixes streaks of herb, coffee and toast, with tart— but ripe—berry flavors. It's a good example of the finesse that is often a hallmark of Washington Malbecs.",Estate,34,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Balboa 2010 Estate Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balboa-2010-estate-malbec-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Malbec,2010,Balboa 13,White,Germany,"Dusty earth and smoke notes lend a mysteriously dark tone to delicate berry and dried apricot notes in this dry yet rich Riesling. It's savory and earthy, with a creamy, textured mouthfeel balanced by brisk lime acidity.",Königsbacher Idig Trocken,73,89,Pfalz,,,A. Christmann 2009 Königsbacher Idig Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-christmann-2009-konigsbacher-idig-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2009,A. Christmann 13.4,Red,US,"Always a fine value, Barnard Griffin's Merlot is a brightly fruit wine with tart red and purple berry flavors. Tannins are still a bit stiff, but proportionate and ripe enough, with hints of café mocha in the finish.",,17,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2010 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2010-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Barnard Griffin 13.9,White,US,"Angeline has a track record for producing savory, delicious Sauvignon Blanc at an inexpensive price. The wine is dry, but rich in honey, papaya and gooseberry flavors, brightened by brisk acidity.",,15,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Angeline 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Angeline 14.5,Red,France,"For Bordeaux, this is a plump, cushioned wine that brings out rich fruit, chocolate sauce and ample spice. The structure is there, with tannins and a dry core, but it's the soft, generous fruit that is more prominent.",Cuvée Raphaël,,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Parenchère 2010 Cuvée Raphaël (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-parenchere-2010-cuvee-raphael-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Parenchère ,Red,France,"High amounts of new wood hit both the aromas and the structure of the wine. It has firm weight, dry, smoky tannins and a bitter-chocolate character. It's very dense and very dry, although with the potential to soften and reveal more attractive, juicy fruit.",,25,89,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Glorit 2011 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-glorit-2011-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Glorit 12.5,White,Israel,"Fragrant and floral, this Riesling shines with lively notes of honeydew melon, peach flesh, clementine oil and a hint of petrol. Light weight and well balanced, with brisk acidity that lends a juicy, mouthwatering nature to the close.",Single Vineyard Kayoumi,26,89,Galilee,,,Carmel 2011 Single Vineyard Kayoumi White Riesling (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2011-single-vineyard-kayoumi-riesling-white-galilee/,White Riesling,2011,Carmel 14.5,Red,Chile,"Boysenberry, cassis and baked plum aromas give this a berry driven outlook. The palate is thick and saturated but well balanced, with blackberry, cassis, tea and herbal flavors. On the finish, plum, prune and baked flavors blend with spice to create a nice ending. Drink through 2016.",Cuvée Don Reca Limited Release,23,89,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2010 Cuvée Don Reca Limited Release Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2010-cuvee-don-reca-limited-release-red-cachapoal-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Viña La Rosa 14.8,Red,US,"This blend of Syrah, Petite Sirah, Zinfandel and Grenache is perhaps unprecedented in California, but it's a very good wine, and the price makes it a relative bargain. It's dry, with significant tannins and crisp acidity framing rich, complex cherry, red currant, mocha and buttered cinnamon toast flavors. Versatile across a huge range of foods, a great house wine. Production was 4,400 cases.",Centerline,20,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Highflyer 2009 Centerline Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highflyer-2009-centerline-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Highflyer 12.5,White,Austria,"Intensely crisp and mineral, this wine puts forth bright citrus flavors for its refreshing fruitiness. It is a light, lively and immediately drinkable wine, with brisk texture and acidity. Worth aging, but very drinkable now. Screwcap.",Gebling,20,89,Kremstal,,,Hermann Moser 2012 Gebling Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-moser-2012-gebling-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2012,Hermann Moser 13.5,White,US,"This is a sneak peak at Hanzell's estate Chardonnay of the vintage, yet to be released. With a bit of oak, it's dry, rich and creamy, displaying forward pineapple, Meyer lemon and lime fruit flavors for drinking now.",Sebella,36,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 2011 Sebella Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-2011-sebella-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Hanzell 13,Red,Austria,"The second of the two Zweigelts produced by Reeh, this is more structured. It is dark and dense, full of firm tannins and with a mineral texture. The mouthfeel is chewy, with fine acidity shooting through from the background. Best for aging over 1–3 years. Screwcap.",,32,89,Neusiedlersee,,,Hannes Reeh 2011 Zweigelt (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hannes-reeh-2011-other-red-zweigelt-neusiedlersee/,Zweigelt,2011,Hannes Reeh 14.5,Red,US,"This Cab is in a bit of a hole now, caught midway between the fresh fruitiness of youth, and what it will be at the age of, say, ten years. It feels very soft and dense, with blackberry, cassis, chocolate and funky leather flavors. You're best off leaving it in the cellar for another 5–6 years.",Hilltop,55,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Medlock Ames 2008 Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medlock-ames-2008-hilltop-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Medlock Ames 14.1,White,US,"An unusual blend of Roussanne, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier, this wine shows Stolpman's growing mastery, as well as the success of mixing different grape varieties to make up for slight deficiencies in each. The result is a complete, wholesome, invigorating wine, brisk in acidity and luscious in oranges, peaches and mangoes.",Golden Point,19,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2011 Golden Point White (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2011-golden-point-white-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,White Blend,2011,Stolpman 14.1,Red,US,"This BSH is 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, and includes 15% Cabernet Franc. It's among the best of the recent releases from O•S, with the two Cabs dominating with berry and cassis, earth and cacao. The tannins are lightly grainy and well-balanced.",BSH,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),O•S Winery 2009 BSH Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-s-winery-2009-bsh-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,O•S Winery 13.9,White,US,"This wine is showing excessive oakiness at the moment, but it's so young that it could easily meld into the fruit with another few months in the bottle. Sharp and youthful, it has some real fruit power from the Gamache vineyard grapes. Apple and citrus rind dominate, with a touch of butter in the finish.",Gamache Vineyards,19,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),AntoLin Cellars 2011 Gamache Vineyards Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antolin-cellars-2011-gamache-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,AntoLin Cellars 14.5,Red,Australia,"This full-bodied Shiraz is bulky and a bit loosely knit. The overtly smoky notes persist on the palate, vying with maple syrup and dark fruit flavors. It's a big, flavorful wine that needs time to come together, so consume over the next few years.",St. Andrews,50,88,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Wakefield 2006 St. Andrews Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wakefield-estate-2006-st-andrews-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Wakefield 14,White,Chile,"Light, classic aromas of gooseberry, lime and nettle are good indicators of what's to follow. That would be a high-acid, racy, seemingly early picked wine with flavors of lemon, Granny Smith apple and gooseberry. A lasting, tangy, acidic finish is crackling as a lightning bolt.",Marques de Casa Concha,23,87,Leyda Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2012 Marques de Casa Concha Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2012-marques-casa-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Concha y Toro 13.9,White,US,"Full, lush and citrus-y, Wattle Creek's Yorkville Highlands Chardonnay is a great go-to white, priced right and not overbearing, yet fruity enough to be enjoyed alongside savory, seafood-stocked foods.",,25,87,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Wattle Creek 2011 Chardonnay (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2011-chardonnay-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Wattle Creek 14.2,Red,US,"Blended from too many varieties to list, including Cabernet Sauvignon and Viognier, this red wine is acidic and dry. It has ripe cherry, currant and oak flavors that are very tannic, but the wine is not an ager. Drink up.",,38,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Screenplay Wines 2009 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/screenplay-wines-2009-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Screenplay Wines 14.1,Red,US,"This is a six grape, Bordeaux-style blend, with light berry and tree-fruit flavors, balanced against moderate streaks of leaf and some green notes. The overall texture and balance are in good proportion, and the wine is ready for drinking right now.",,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Redd Brand 2008 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redd-brand-2008-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Redd Brand 14.7,Red,US,"Blended with 24% Syrah all coming from Stone Tree Vineyard, the wine saw only a kiss of new oak (16%) putting the fruit front and center. There are notes of red plum and herbs with tart flavors, grainy tannins and a puckering finish.",Stone Tree Vineyard,39,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Dusted Valley 2011 Stone Tree Vineyard Grenache (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2011-stone-tree-vineyard-grenache-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Grenache,2011,Dusted Valley 13,Red,France,"A rich, smooth wine, all ripe black fruit and soft tannins. It has weight and depth, but is ready to drink now.",,15,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Arnaucosse 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-arnaucosse-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Arnaucosse 13.5,White,Chile,"Hay, straw, match stick and minerally aromas outweigh this wine's fruit scents by a measurable margin. This is chunky and a bit soft in the mouth, a reflection of 2012's heat. And while it's round as a ball, it's slightly vegetal and bitter tasting on the palate, with grapefruit and bell pepper flavors.",Max Reserva,19,87,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2012 Max Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2012-max-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-aconcagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Errazuriz 14,Red,Chile,"Rubbery red-berry aromas blend with spicy field scents to create a true Pinot nose that's a bit strained. This is intense, chunky and slightly herbal, with red-fruit flavors, spice notes and some heat and oak on the finish.",Novas Gran Reserva Made with Organically Grown Grapes,16,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Emiliana 2011 Novas Gran Reserva Made with Organically Grown Grapes Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2011-novas-gran-reserva-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Emiliana 13,White,Chile,"Feline aromas of nettle, passion fruit, green herbs and sweat are not unusual for Casablanca Sauvignon Blanc. This is crisp, juicy and good in a normal way, while minerally citrus and passion fruit flavors finish with only mild pithy bitterness.",Reserva,14,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2012 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2012-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Morandé 13.8,White,US,"An attractive Sauvignon Blanc that shows plenty of varietal character. It's light and brisk, with fine acidity highlighting citrus, green grass, white pepper, honey and vanilla flavors. Ideal with slightly sweet Vietnamese, Burmese and Cambodian fare.",,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Martin Ray 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Martin Ray 13.5,Red,US,"There's an honesty to this Zin. It is an upfront, robust wine to drink now with pleasure. Peppery, it has solid flavors of wild berries, currants, crisped bacon and pepper.",,12,87,California,California Other,California,Leese-Fitch 2011 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leese-fitch-2011-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2011,Leese-Fitch 13.8,Red,US,"This Cabernet Sauvignon-based Bordeaux-style blend is very rich and ripe in blackberries, cherries and currants. It has smooth tannins, and the finish is dry. It's a fashionable wine that feels plush in the mouth, but young. Give it 3–4 years, but it doesn't seem to have the stuffing for the long haul.",,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Luke Donald 2010 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luke-donald-2010-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Luke Donald 14.2,Red,US,"This appealingly jammy wine is rich in red cherries and raspberries. The fruitiness is the main attraction, fortunately balanced by crisp acidity, gentle tannins and the smoky structure that oak barrel aging brings. Drink this racy, silky Pinot now.",Clone 777,32,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2011 Clone 777 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2011-clone-777-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Laetitia 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is loaded with underbrush sensations of porcini mushroom and forest floor. It's still very tight, with a markedly tannic and acidic structure that provides the framework for typical Nebbiolo flavors of cherry and spice. Astringent and lean, this needs time. Drink after 2018.",Gabutti Bussia,75,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Stroppiana 2008 Gabutti Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stroppiana-2008-gabutti-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2008,Stroppiana 12.7,Rose,US,"Pale salmon in color, this mostly Sangiovese rosé drinks dry with notes of strawberry, bubblegum and melon. The flavor concentration isn't all there but there's still much to enjoy here.",Meadow Rosé,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ross Andrew 2012 Meadow Rosé Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ross-andrew-2012-meadow-rose-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2012,Ross Andrew 13,White,Australia,"This is a soft, appealing Chardonnay layered with toasted marshmallow and superripe peach. It's round in the mouth and lushly textured, then turns citrusy—almost metallic—on the finish.",Finisterre,30,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Robert Oatley 2011 Finisterre Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-oatley-2011-finisterre-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2011,Robert Oatley 13.5,Red,US,"Mondavi's done it again, produced another very nice Cabernet at an everyday price. It shows classy elegance, with blackberry, currant and mocha notes.",Private Selection,11,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 2011 Private Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2011-private-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Robert Mondavi 15,Red,US,"Quite fruity and forward, this non-vintage Grenache brings the pretty, juicy, plum and cherry flavors of the variety into good focus. It's a soft and delightful wine. It's best to drink it soon.",Lonesome Spring Vineyard,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Redd Brand NV Lonesome Spring Vineyard Grenache (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redd-brand-nv-lonesome-spring-vineyard-grenache-columbia-valley-yakima/,Grenache,,Redd Brand 13.8,White,Chile,"Crisp aromas of nettle, citrus and tarragon are not too extreme or edgy. A round, citrusy, correct palate offers flavors of pithy citrus and grapefruit. The finish is mild and chunky, with modest flavors. Drink now.",Nimbus Single Vineyard,19,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casablanca 2012 Nimbus Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casablanca-2012-nimbus-single-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Viña Casablanca 13.5,White,Chile,"Lightly toasted apple, peach and melon aromas are friendly and come across correct and inviting. This is solid and good in the mouth, with nice acidity and resiny, oaky, melony flavors. Light wood notes accent a fleshy but healthy finish.",Reserva,12,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Veramonte 2011 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramonte-2011-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Veramonte 14,White,Israel,"Here's a refreshing and attractive Chenin Blanc that offers clean notes of ripe pear, green apple and honewdew melon alongside accents of cinnamon and white florals. The palate is light weight and vibrant, with lifting acidity that adds zest to the medium-length finish.",,35,87,Upper Galilee,,,Shvo 2010 Chenin Blanc (Upper Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shvo-2010-chenin-blanc-upper-galilee/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Shvo 13,Red,France,"A firm wine, solid with tannins and lean fruit. It has medium concentration, a dry core and potential that will be revealed over the next two years. Good, juicy acidity comes through at the end.",,13,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Croix de Marsan 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croix-marsan-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Croix de Marsan 10.3,White,US,"A lightly aromatic offering of Riesling with notes of mineral, lemon, and peach. Despite the residual sugar (13.3 g/L), it drinks dry with Underwood's bright acidity shining through.",Underwood Mountain,22,87,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Cor Cellars 2012 Underwood Mountain Riesling (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cor-cellars-2012-underwood-mountain-riesling-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Riesling,2012,Cor Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"This Pinot Noir is ripe and forward in raspberries, cherries and toasty, caramelized oak. It shows fine Santa Rita acidity and silkiness and is delicious, if a bit one-dimensional. Drink up.",Sapphire La Encantada,47,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Coghlan 2010 Sapphire La Encantada Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coghlan-2010-sapphire-encantada-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Coghlan 14,Red,France,"This perfumed wine, with ripe soft fruits, is full in the mouth. The black fruit flavors are sustained by the firm tannins and juiciness. A wine for the medium-term: 2–4 years.",,18,87,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Clos des Moiselles 2011 Côtes de Bourg,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-moiselles-2011-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Clos des Moiselles 11,White,Germany,Whiffs of spice accent scents of dried herb on this lusciously ripe semi-dry Riesling. The palate is rich with tropical fruit flavors off set by sharp lemon acidity and hints of dark mineral. A delectably ripe wine that finishes remarkably dry.,Oppenheimer Sackträger Spätlese,18,87,Rheinhessen,,,Dr. Heyden 2011 Oppenheimer Sackträger Spätlese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-heyden-2011-oppenheimer-sacktrager-spatlese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2011,Dr. Heyden 12,White,France,"This fresh, fruity and herbaceous wine has a delicious, creamy texture, citrus flavors and lively acidity. Fine as an apéritif or with shellfish.",La Grande Cuvée,,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Dourthe 2012 La Grande Cuvée (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dourthe-2012-grande-cuvee-sauvignon-blanc-blanc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Dourthe 15,Red,US,"This Sogno has a leathery aspect, with maturing flavors of dark plum, cherry and chocolate. It's drinking nicely right now, given a bit of extra bottle age, but the alcohol pushes the finish into the heat zone.",Sogno,36,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DiStefano 2009 Sogno Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/distefano-2009-sogno-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2009,DiStefano 13.5,Red,Chile,"Dry, dusty cherry and cassis aromas are good and a touch earthy. A full, rubbery-feeling palate offers good bounce and life, while snappy plum and berry flavors end with a wave of oaky resin and warmth. For everyday Cabernet this is quite good.",Estate Made with Organic Grapes,14,87,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 2011 Estate Made with Organic Grapes Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2011-estate-made-with-organic-grapes-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,De Martino 14.1,Red,US,"A simple Pinot Noir, with strawberry and raspberry jam, toffee and brown sugar flavors. Very finely structured and delicious, like the wine equivalent of a granola candy bar. Soft and silky, it's perfect for drinking now.",Clone 115,55,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fess Parker 2011 Clone 115 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2011-clone-115-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Fess Parker 12.5,White,Germany,"Brisk lemon and fresh herb tones make this dry, mineral-rich wine an elegant choice for pairing with herbaceous foods. Rich and round on the palate, it's balanced by bright acidity and a dusty crushed-stone note that lingers long on the finish.",Kugelspiel Trocken,28,87,Franken,,,Castell 2011 Kugelspiel Trocken Silvaner (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-2011-kugelspiel-trocken-other-white-silvaner-franken/,Silvaner,2011,Castell 14,Red,Chile,"This Syrah begins with subtle, mellow aromas of herbs and black fruits. A plump, round, chunky palate carries flavors of lemony oak, loam, pepper and soft blackberry. This is solid but regular on the finish, where herbal flavors are slightly toasted and show some heat.",Axel,17,87,Limarí Valley,,,La Playa 2011 Axel Syrah (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2011-axel-shiraz-syrah-syrah-limari-valley/,Syrah,2011,La Playa 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Barbera offers rich black fruits, white pepper and anisette over a subtle layer of chocolate. Its nervous acidity is typical of the grape. This will get even better in a couple of years.",Zio Nando,46,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Rivetto 2010 Zio Nando (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetto-2010-zio-nando-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2010,Rivetto 14.4,Red,US,"This is a Cabernet Sauvignon-based Bordeaux-style blend with a splash of Syrah. It's made in the modern cult style of softness, extracted fruit and plenty of toasty oak. With blackberry, cassis and dark chocolate flavors, it's obviously delicious, yet has a certain generic quality. Drink now.",Private Reserve,60,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jack Nicklaus Wines 2009 Private Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jack-nicklaus-wines-2009-private-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Jack Nicklaus Wines 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a straightforward Dolcetto that's loaded with black-fruit and spice aromas. The palate offers black cherry, plum, pepper and licorice. This is simple, but well made and very fresh. Pair it with pasta and tomato sauce or tomato soups.",Basarin,22,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Castello di Neive 2011 Basarin (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-neive-2011-basarin-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2011,Castello di Neive 13,White,Australia,"This is solid, well-made Chardonnay. Hallmark notes of melon, pear, peach and citrus, a medium-weight palate and a long, crisp finish make this a wine that's pleasant to come back to again and again. Drink now.",Best Blocks,18,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Miles From Nowhere 2011 Best Blocks Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miles-from-nowhere-2011-best-blocks-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2011,Miles From Nowhere 13.5,Red,US,"With just a dollop of Petit Verdot (9%), this Cabernet Sauvignon has notes of cherry, herbs and pencil lead. It's straightforward and easy drinking with plump tannins.",,24,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,McKinley Springs 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mckinley-springs-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,McKinley Springs 13,Sparkling,Austria,"A fruity wine, full of red-berry fruits and a fine, tangy texture. The mousse is soft and creamy with a great line of acidity. It's an attractive rosé as a summer aperitif, but also with food.",Rosé Brut,,87,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Szigeti NV Rosé Brut Sparkling (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/szigeti-nv-rose-brut-sparkling-osterreichischer-sekt/,Sparkling Blend,,Szigeti 15,White,US,"A nice interpretation of Grenache Blanc. Blended with a drop of Viognier, it shows notes of orange and peach jam, honey, vanilla and toasty oak. The alcohol level is high. Drink up.",,25,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Summerwood 2012 Grenache Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summerwood-2012-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache Blanc,2012,Summerwood 13.5,Sparkling,Austria,"For lovers of red sparkling wine with its attendant tannins, this is a fine example. It has a definite Pinot Noir farmyard character along with tannins, a touch of smokiness, and a definite need for food.",Sekt,32,87,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Steininger 2010 Sekt Pinot Noir (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steininger-2010-sekt-pinot-noir-osterreichischer-sekt/,Pinot Noir,2010,Steininger 13,Red,France,"This solid, structured wine has black currant fruit, balanced acidity and firm tannins. The wine has a solid texture, a core of dryness and the potential to age 3–4 years.",,12,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Belrose 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belrose-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Belrose 12.8,Red,US,This is a rare beast from Washington—single vineyard Tempranillo aged in neutral oak coming in at less than 13% alcohol. It's soft and light with notes of red fruit and refreshing acidity that drops off on the back half.,E Cor Si Move Tempranillo 24K Vineyard,26,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Cor Cellars 2011 E Cor Si Move Tempranillo 24K Vineyard Tempranillo (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cor-cellars-2011-e-si-move-tempranillo-24k-vineyard-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Tempranillo,2011,Cor Cellars 14,Red,France,"Under the serious amount of wood, this wine feels rich and concentrated. Wood spice, a touch burnt, along with chocolate and black currant fruit show both extraction and the need for 2–3 years' aging.",,20,87,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Lestiac 2011 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lestiac-2011-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de Lestiac ,Red,France,"Solid and tannic, very firm from the opening to the finish. It is based around a dark core of wood and spice as well as more juicy fruit flavors. The wine needs time to round out and bring more of the juiciness to the fore.",,13,87,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château les Mottes Pradier 2011 Côtes de Bourg,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mottes-pradier-2011-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château les Mottes Pradier 13.8,White,US,"Crafted from organic grapes, this creamy Mendocino Sauvignon Blanc has a great mouthfeel of apple, pear and stone fruit, a trace of citrus and vanilla playing in the background. With an abundance of minerality, the wine's acidity lingers on the finish.",,16,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Patianna 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patianna-2011-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Patianna 14.5,Red,Italy,"This opens with evident oak aromas of toasted wood, espresso and coffee bean followed by underpinnings of black fruit and pepper. The palate shows ripe black fruit, espresso and oak. Although it has nice depth, the finish is cut short by by drying wood tannins.",Cannubi Boschis,50,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Virna Borgogno 2009 Cannubi Boschis (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virna-borgogno-2009-cannubi-boschis-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Virna Borgogno 14,Red,Chile,"After early horsey aromas subside, this Cab-Merlot blend offers blackberry and leather scents in front of a standard feeling, round body with good acidity. Lightly roasted and salty flavors accent core berry tastes, while the finish is sound and comfortable. Overall this is a nice wine from a tough vintage.",La Capitana Estate Grown,17,87,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2010 La Capitana Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2010-capitana-estate-grown-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2010,Viña La Rosa 13.5,Red,Chile,"This opens with a good mix of tobacco, black cherry, cola and mocha aromas. In the mouth, this offers good body, size and balance along with lightly herbal, leafy flavors of mossy black fruits. A mellow finish with a solid structure is a welcome ending.",La Joya Gran Reserva,15,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2011 La Joya Gran Reserva Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2011-joya-gran-reserva-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2011,Viña Bisquertt 14.2,Red,US,"This is a tough, chewy Merlot, a bit of a stylistic departure for Walla Walla Vintners. Perhaps it's the addition of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, or perhaps just the result of the challenging 2010 vintage in the Walla Walla Valley. But the greenish tannins bring a lot of herbal flavors to the forefront, and tend to bury the fruit.",,28,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Walla Walla Vintners 2010 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-vintners-2010-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2010,Walla Walla Vintners 14.1,Red,US,"Easy to drink this blend of all five classic Bordeaux varieties, with Merlot predominating. It's all about cherries, blackberries, plum jam, currants and chocolate. Not particularly subtle or ageworthy, but very pretty.",Piocho,32,87,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Happy Canyon Vineyard 2010 Piocho Red (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-canyon-vineyard-2010-piocho-red-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Happy Canyon Vineyard 14.1,Red,US,"The bright cherry fruit is a bit high-toned, and the mouthfeel has a slight soapiness. Fruit flavors are full and broad, the blackberries augmented with a streak of graphite.",The Tusk Elephant Mountain Vineyard,40,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,O•S Winery 2010 The Tusk Elephant Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-s-winery-2010-tusk-elephant-mountain-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,O•S Winery 12,White,Austria,"Grape and spice aromas give this wine a distinctive heady perfume. A rare style to find in the Wachau, it brings a fine balance between fruit and perfume with the textured nature of Wachau wines. Ready to drink, or age for a year. Screwcap.",Terrassen,17,87,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2012 Terrassen Gelber Muskateller (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2012-terrassen-other-white-gelber-muskateller-wachau/,Gelber Muskateller,2012,Domäne Wachau 14.5,Red,Chile,"Crusty aromas of black fruits mesh nicely with lemon peel and floral scents. The acidity here is noticeably high, which creates a scouring mouthfeel. Short flavors of berry and cassis are shrill, while the body and cushion offered by this blend of Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Viognier are modest at best.",Tribute Edicion Limitada Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon-Viognier,30,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2010 Tribute Edicion Limitada Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon-Viognier Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2010-tribute-edicion-limitada-syrah-cabernet-sauvignon-viognier-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Caliterra 14.2,Red,US,"Good and dry, with tough tannins that make it hard to drink now. With blackberry, currant, molasses and dark chocolate flavors, it seems like an ager, but may not have the concentration for the long haul. Try again in 2–3 years.",Les Fauves White Hawk Vineyard,50,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Calicaro 2010 Les Fauves White Hawk Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calicaro-2010-fauves-white-hawk-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Syrah,2010,Calicaro 11.3,White,US,"There is a creamy, leesy mouthfeel to this estate-grown Riesling, whose residual sugar is masked with acidity. Tart apple and pear fruit flavors finish with lighter notes of candied orange and citrus.",Estate,14,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,AntoLin Cellars 2011 Estate Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antolin-cellars-2011-estate-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2011,AntoLin Cellars 13.5,White,US,"A fleshy, fuller bodied white, with pleasant notes of pear and fig, from organically grown grapes. The style will please California Chard drinkers who like a little oomph to their wine and are looking to enjoy the wine on its own as well as with food.",,18,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Paul Dolan 2011 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-dolan-2011-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Paul Dolan 13.5,White,US,"This wine is a screaming deal, like biting into a rich bite of apple with melon overtones chased with lemon on the long finish. A blend of Arneis, Cortese, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc and Tocai Friulano, stock up for an Indian summer.",Primo Bianco,8,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Monte Volpe 2011 Primo Bianco White (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-volpe-2011-primo-bianco-white-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,White Blend,2011,Monte Volpe 14.5,Red,US,"100% Cabernet Sauvignon from a variety of vineyards across eastern Washington, it seems a bit muddled with light notes of cherry, chocolate, and oak spice but may improve with some additional time in bottle.",,30,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Apex 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Apex 13.5,White,Austria,"A light, refreshingly textured wine, very fruity and bright. Citrus and green plums cut through the tangy texture giving a clean, crisp character. The wine is immediately drinkable. Screwcap.",Spiegel,,87,Wagram-Donauland,,,Anton Bauer 2012 Spiegel Grüner Veltliner (Wagram-Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anton-bauer-2012-spiegel-gruner-veltliner-wagram-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Anton Bauer 13,Red,Austria,"Very pale in color, this is a fruity, fragrant wine. It has acidity, red fruits and a leathery texture. There is something of the undergrowth here, an earthy character that needs time to broaden out. Give the wine 4–5 years.",Reserve,,87,Wagram-Donauland,,,Anton Bauer 2010 Reserve Pinot Noir (Wagram-Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anton-bauer-2010-reserve-pinot-noir-wagram-donauland/,Pinot Noir,2010,Anton Bauer 13.5,Red,France,"This new-wood-dominated wine is ripe, but full of caramel and mint flavors. The fruit is more discreet, just hinting at blackberry richness. The potential to achieve balance in six months is all here.",,15,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Maison Noble 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-maison-noble-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Maison Noble ,Red,France,"Hinting at mushrooms, the aroma of this wine is now mature. The palate also brings out a mature character, with its soft tannins and dried fruit flavors. It's still very drinkable, fresh and enjoyable. Just don't keep it.",,25,87,Southwest France,Montravel,,Château le Raz 2004 Montravel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-raz-2004-red-montravel/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château le Raz 12.5,White,France,"Rich and fruity, this wine shows warm white fruit and a touch of spice. The wine is soft, its currant and pink grapefruit flavors lifted by acidity but with a rounded finish.",,14,87,Bordeaux,Entre-Deux-Mers,,Château de Fontenille 2012 Entre-Deux-Mers,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fontenille-2012-white-entre-deux-mers/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château de Fontenille 12.5,Red,France,"Spicy and soft, this is an easy wine, fruity and showing the freshness of the vintage. It does have a background of smoky tannins that balance the fruitiness of the wine.",,18,87,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Biston 2011 Moulis-en-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-biston-2011-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Biston 13,White,Chile,"For the money, this delivers about as much Sauvignon Blanc character as one could ask for. Aromas of orange and grapefruit are basic but correct. The palate is a bit low on acid, thus the flavors veer toward warm and melony, with a citrusy base. A mild, yeasty finish says drink this wine as soon as possible.",Reserva Estate Grown,11,87,Central Valley,,,Caliterra 2012 Reserva Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2012-reserva-estate-grown-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Caliterra 13.8,Red,Chile,"Rooty aromas of tree bark and cola blend with loamy plum and berry scents to create a good bouquet. This is mostly smooth and solid on the palate, with chunky flavors of spiced plum and herbal olive. A peppery finish with herbal, licorice flavors suggests basic Bordeaux.",Gran Reserva Apalta Vineyard,15,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Carmen 2010 Gran Reserva Apalta Vineyard Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2010-gran-reserva-apalta-vineyard-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Carmen 13.5,White,US,"This is the winery's Graves-style Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc blend. It's smoothly textured and a little soft, with citrus, herb and spice flavors that finish with a touch of toasty oak.",Gemini,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Volker Eisele Family Estate 2011 Gemini White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volker-eisele-family-estate-2011-gemini-white-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Volker Eisele Family Estate 14.5,Red,Chile,"This earthy, concentrated Malbec is dense on the nose, with herbal flavors of blackberry, spice and heat. A toasty finish carries a choppy feel and fresh acidity, while the finish tastes toasty but doesn't rise up or improve. Overall, this is perfectly good but not complex. Drink now.",Chamán Gran Reserva,25,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Santa Cruz 2007 Chamán Gran Reserva Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-santacruz-2007-chaman-gran-reserva-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2007,Viña Santa Cruz 14.1,White,Chile,"With yeasty aromas of Animal Crackers, vanilla and pear, this is more warm, soft and sweet than in the past. The year's warm characteristics are draped all over the palate, which is soft and wide. Flavors of creamy white fruits and vanilla finish with lychee and grapefruit. This lacks some spine and vivacity but will be good through the end of the year.",Ritual,20,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Veramonte 2012 Ritual Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramonte-2012-ritual-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Veramonte 13.7,White,US,"This is a solid, all-purpose Chardonnay, a bit less oaky and oily than some previous efforts from Gordon, but showing firm, clean, ripe apple and pear fruit. The wine is balanced and smooth, delivering plenty of no-frills fruit flavor for the price.",,16,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Estate 2012 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-estate-2012-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2012,Gordon Estate 12.5,White,Austria,"Very crisp, collected wine, packed with citrus flavors and lightly lined with a more mineral character. The wine is bright, really fruity, refreshing and delicious now. Screwcap.",,,87,Carnuntum,,,Glatzer 2012 Grüner Veltliner (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glatzer-2012-gruner-veltliner-carnuntum/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Glatzer 13.5,Red,US,"This is one of Coppola's least expensive Pinots, but it's also one of the prettiest. Hard not to like the light, silky texture and savory raspberry, cranberry and cola flavors. Great to drink now with beef, lamb, mushroom risotto.",Director's,21,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Francis Coppola 2011 Director's Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-coppola-2011-directors-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Francis Coppola 13,White,Chile,"Initial aromas of peach pit, match stick and citrus settle on minerality. This is juicy and bright in the mouth, with good acidity and indications that the grapes were picked early to beat 2012's heat. Briny, salty, tangy flavors are normal for coastal San Antonio, while the finish is racy and citrusy.",Novas Gran Reserva Made with Organically Grown Grapes,16,87,San Antonio,,,Emiliana 2012 Novas Gran Reserva Made with Organically Grown Grapes Sauvignon Blanc (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2012-novas-gran-reserva-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-sauvignon-blanc-san-antonio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Emiliana 14.8,Red,US,"This very limited reserve bottling is half Gamache vineyard, half Champoux vineyard, and 100% Cabernet. Despite the outstanding pedigree, it lacks concentration. Pretty black cherry fruit mixes with dried leaf, bark and green tea tannins. Perfectly fine, just a little light.",Reserve,55,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gamache 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamache-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Gamache 14.5,Red,Australia,"Surprisingly full bodied and beefy for a $10 wine, this boasts scents of asphalt, scorched coffee and plummy fruit that lightens to cherry with air. Drink it over the next several years.",Split River,10,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Evans & Tate 2011 Split River Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evans-tate-2011-split-river-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2011,Evans & Tate 14.1,White,US,"This Chardonnay packs a lot of punch for the price. The flavors of pineapple jam, Key lime pie and oranges mingle with oaky buttered toast and creamy lees, leading to a smooth finish.",,22,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hess Collection 2011 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-collection-2011-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Hess Collection 14.1,Red,US,"At nearly five years of age, this Cab is approaching its peak. The berry, cherry and mocha flavors are turning dry and mushroomy. It's a soft and interesting wine, but nearing the end of its journey. Drink up.",Pyramid Vineyard,65,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hawkes 2008 Pyramid Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkes-2008-pyramid-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Hawkes 14.1,Red,US,"Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, this is an extraordinarily ripe wine. It's flashy in blackberry and cherry jam and milk chocolate flavors, with soft tannins and acids that make it instantly drinkable.",Barrack Ten-Goal,62,87,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Happy Canyon Vineyard 2008 Barrack Ten-Goal Red (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-canyon-vineyard-2008-barrack-ten-goal-red-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Happy Canyon Vineyard 14.3,Red,US,"Another famous athlete wine that follows the template of so many others. Based on Merlot, it's soft, mellow and opulent in cherries, currants, dark chocolate and sweet new oak. Drink now.",The Champion Coach's Blend,50,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mike Ditka 2010 The Champion Coach's Blend Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mike-ditka-2010-champion-coachs-blend-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Mike Ditka 14,Red,Chile,"A dark color belies this Sryah's snappy, cool-vintage character. Graphite, cola, vanilla and coconut scents cover blackberry aromas. As stated, this is crisp and snappy on the palate, with herbal, salty flavors of spicy berry, pepper, licorice and earth. A hard, herbal finish confirms 2011's cool conditions.",Corralillo,28,87,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2011 Corralillo Syrah (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2011-corralillo-shiraz-syrah-syrah-san-antonio/,Syrah,2011,Matetic 12.8,White,Australia,"This is good solid Chardonnay at a very reasonable price. Pear, melon and citrus flavors mingle easily on the plump, midweight palate, then finish briskly, in a burst of refreshing citrus. Drink now.",,13,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Miles From Nowhere 2012 Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miles-from-nowhere-2012-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2012,Miles From Nowhere 14.7,Red,Australia,"Margaret River wines usually carry much higher tariffs than this, which makes it a notable find. The wine is a bit herbal, but without being overly green. The resulting hints of tomato and tobacco add interest to the cherry and mocha shadings of this silky-textured wine. Drink it over the next year or so.",,13,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Miles From Nowhere 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miles-from-nowhere-2011-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2011,Miles From Nowhere 13.5,Red,US,"For the price this is a fairly satisfying and straightforward Pinot Noir from Mendocino-based Parducci, though not all of the fruit appears to come from the county. Soft, with integrated tannins and a taste of cherry pie, it also has a hint of earth and oak on the finish.",Small Lot Blend,14,87,California,California Other,California,Parducci 2011 Small Lot Blend Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-2011-small-lot-blend-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Parducci 13.5,Red,France,"A very dry wine, which shows its bitter extraction while also promising plenty of fruit. Chocolate and coffee vie with juicy blackberry fruit and lively acidity. Keep for 2–3 years.",,,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Tour de Luchey 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-luchey-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Tour de Luchey ,Red,France,"Firm and tannic, but it promises a ripe, fruity future. It's dense and concentrated, with blackberry fruit giving it a full, ripe character. Age 4–6 years.",,18,87,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Seguin 2011 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-seguin-2011-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Seguin 13.5,Red,France,"This has firm tannins certainly, but also a fine underlying fruitiness, showing the potential of black currant and red berry fruit. It feels solid, concentrated and possesses very good potential.",La Patache,12,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Domaines Lapalu 2011 La Patache (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-lapalu-2011-patache-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Domaines Lapalu 13.8,Red,US,"Hailing from Dallas Vineyard on Washington's Candy Mountain, this is an aromatic Syrah with notes of vanilla, coconut, and cherry. It's sweet and rich with abundant oak flavors and tart acidity that still needs some time to settle down.",Dallas Vineyard,13,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Colter's Creek 2010 Dallas Vineyard Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colters-creek-2010-dallas-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2010,Colter's Creek 14.5,Red,US,"This is the winery's Bordeaux-style blend, based on Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. It's very rich in blackberry and chocolate flavors, with plenty of toasty oak. Yet it has a sharpness that detracts, and is unlikely to age out. Drink now.",Elevage,90,87,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 2010 Elevage Red (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-2010-elevage-red-napa-stags-leap-district/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Chimney Rock 13.1,Red,US,"This is a Pinot Noir that does just what Pinot should do. It's dry, silky and light in alcohol, with subtle cherry skin, cranberry, persimmon, cola and tobacco flavors. A great value.",Caiden's Vineyards,13,87,California,California Other,California,Block Nine 2012 Caiden's Vineyards Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/block-nine-2012-caidens-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2012,Block Nine 13.7,Rose,US,"With a pretty salmon-pink color, this rosé is dry, crisp and delicate. They don't tell us what the grape varieties are, but the flavors suggest orange rind, vanilla and peaches.",Sunset,19,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tower 15 2012 Sunset Rosé (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tower-15-2012-sunset-rose-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rosé,2012,Tower 15 14.9,Red,US,"Fully developed in red fruit and mountainous tannins, the highlight of Sobon's Cougar Hill is its long, spicy finish, succulent and mouthwateringly ready for a hunk of barbecued meat to follow.",Cougar Hill,18,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2010 Cougar Hill Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2010-cougar-hill-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Sobon Estate 12.7,White,US,"Coming mostly from 1975 plantings of Pinot Gris at Celilo Vineyard, it's light and lively with notes of apple and pear. Though it has just over 2 g/L of residual sugar, it drinks bone dry—it's almost austere—with Celilo's steely acidity.",Celilo Vineyard,20,87,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Ross Andrew 2011 Celilo Vineyard Pinot Gris (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ross-andrew-2011-celilo-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Pinot Gris,2011,Ross Andrew 13.8,Red,US,"60% Cabernet Sauvignon along with 35% Merlot and a dollop of Syrah, this red blend is expressive with notes of blueberry, game and chocolate. Aged 20 months in French oak (38% new), it's softly structured with light fruit flavors.",Washington Red Blend,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ross Andrew 2010 Washington Red Blend Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ross-andrew-2010-washington-red-blend-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Ross Andrew 14,Red,Chile,"For large-production Cabernet, this is snappy and crisp on the nose, then equally awake and lively in the mouth. Flavors of red berry and roast plum are standard; a slightly aggressive and hot finish is strong, spicy and shows integrity.",Castilla de Molina Reserva,13,87,Central Valley,,,San Pedro 2011 Castilla de Molina Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2011-castilla-molina-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,San Pedro 14,Red,Italy,"This wine reflects the difficult nature of the 2009 vintage. The nose and the palate show evident oak, roasted coffee beans, chocolate and just a hint of prune, and it has aggressive, astringent tannins. As the palate lacks fruit flavor and richness, I don't see this aging well.",Rocchettevino,65,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,San Biagio 2009 Rocchettevino (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-biagio-2009-rocchettevino-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,San Biagio 13.3,White,US,"An appealing, medium sweet Pinot Gris with notes of red apple and spice with a medium-bodied, oily feel.",,9,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Summit Estates 2012 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summit-estates-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2012,Summit Estates 12.5,White,Austria,"A very Styrian Sauvignon Blanc, this is herbaceous while lined with tropical fruits. It has great acidity, green fruits, and a sense of texture and minerality. Ready to drink. Screwcap.",Classic,20,87,Steiermark,,,Strauss 2012 Classic Sauvignon Blanc (Steiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/strauss-2012-classic-sauvignon-blanc-steiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Strauss 12.5,White,Austria,"A very fragrant wine, this is attractively fruity with its white fruits and lemon flavors. It's textured and tight, with a nervous tension in its structure. Ready to drink in six months. Screwcap.",,20,87,Kamptal,,,Steininger 2012 Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steininger-2012-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2012,Steininger 14.8,Red,US,"Just turning the corner from fresh, ripe blackberries and cherries to dried versions of those fruits. Overripeness persists, however, in the form of raisins and prunes. The acids and tannins are lovely, but the wine lacks the inherent balance to improve with age.",Winemaker's Reserve,35,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Souverain 2008 Winemaker's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/souverain-2008-winemakers-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Souverain 12.8,White,US,"Sheldon had been sourcing their Vinolocity from Santa Barbara County, but they now turn to the Sonoma Coast, with improved results. Blended from Grenache Blanc, Roussanne and Viognier, and moderately oaked, it's fine to drink now, with citrus, nectarine and vanilla flavors.",Vinolocity Blanc,30,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sheldon 2012 Vinolocity Blanc White (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldon-2012-vinolocity-blanc-white-sonoma-coast/,Rhône-style White Blend,2012,Sheldon 13.5,White,US,"This is an easy wine to like now for its soft creaminess and honeyed citrus, pear, tropical fruit and brown sugar flavors. The alcohol is a refreshingly low 13.5% by volume.",,22,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Seghesio 2012 Pinot Grigio (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Seghesio 14.2,Red,US,"Rich and opulent, in the popular style, this Cabernet offers soft, oak-driven flavors of blackberries, black cherries and cherry liqueur. It's a gentle, delicious and fancy wine, if a little one-dimensional. Drink now.",,45,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jack Nicklaus Wines 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jack-nicklaus-wines-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Jack Nicklaus Wines 14,White,Australia,"Bold, muscular and showing a bit of alcoholic warmth, this is a full-throttle Chardonnay loaded with flavor. Smoke, buttered popcorn, grilled mango and a squeeze of citrus on the finish add up to a wine that's a bit clumsy in a soft, lovable way. Drink now.",Prelude Vineyards,36,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2010 Prelude Vineyards Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2010-prelude-vineyards-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2010,Leeuwin Estate 14,Red,Chile,"Earthy, crusty aromas of leather, minerality, black plum and raspberry set up a full, creamy, resiny feeling palate. A mix of hard spice, licorice, raspberry and heavy oak flavors finish with heat and not a lot of finesse. For Chilean Pinot, this is true to form and good.",Viña Punto Alto,20,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Laroche 2011 Viña Punto Alto Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laroche-2011-vina-punto-alto-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Laroche 14.1,Red,US,"There's lots of rich, ripe blackberry and cherry jam, dark chocolate and cassis liqueur flavor in this dry, stylish Cabernet. While it's a little on the direct side, and is not an ager, it's a fine value, showing real Napa sophistication.",,20,87,California,Napa,Napa County,Joseph Carr 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-carr-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Joseph Carr 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Barolo is oaky, with dominant sensations of toasted wood and espresso wrapped around a core of dark cherry fruit. With its big but ripe tannins, this is already approachable. Reflecting the hot vintage, it doesn't have the essential freshness for aging.",Rocche dell' Annunziata,60,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mario Gagliasso 2009 Rocche dell' Annunziata (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-gagliasso-2009-rocche-dell-annunziata-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Mario Gagliasso 14,Red,Chile,"Dense, earthy aromas of blueberry and pencil lead lead to a big but slightly awkward palate that shows elevated cool-climate acidity and hard tannins. Herbal, slightly pasty flavors of generic black fruits end in a clampy finish. The blend is Syrah, Cab Franc and Merlot.",Gran Reserva Syrah-Cabernet Franc-Merlot,15,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Mancura 2010 Gran Reserva Syrah-Cabernet Franc-Merlot Red (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mancura-2010-gran-reserva-syrah-cabernet-franc-merlot-red-casablanca-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Mancura 14.5,White,US,"Shows Viognier's exotic side, with wildly flavorful tropical fruits, peaches, white flowers and honey, accented with smoky oak. It's a little heavy, but fine for drinking now.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,36,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Luke Donald 2010 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Viognier (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luke-donald-2010-sanford-benedict-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Viognier,2010,Luke Donald 13.9,Red,Australia,"This falls firmly into the category British writers used to call “luncheon claret,” being medium-bodied and easy to drink, with polite flavors of dried herbs, just-ripe cherries and tobacco leaves. Drink it over the next few years.",Best Blocks,18,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Miles From Nowhere 2010 Best Blocks Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miles-from-nowhere-2010-best-blocks-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Miles From Nowhere 13.5,White,US,"This Chardonnay shows flashy orange, pineapple, peach and honey flavors, enriched with the buttered toast of oak barrels. The texture is creamy smooth.",,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2010 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2010-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2010,Thomas Fogarty 13,White,Australia,"Only about 20% of this Chardonnay sees oak, so what the wine delivers is mainly fresh, primary fruit. Pineapple and passion fruit flavors dominate, finishing crisp and refreshing. Drink now.",Shakré,17,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Vinaceous 2011 Shakré Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinaceous-2011-shakre-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2011,Vinaceous 14,Red,Chile,"Bashful, mild aromas of herbal berry fruits and mint are followed by a full, round and solid feeling palate. Flavors of blackberry, cassis and blueberry register as fairly ripe and dark, while the finish displays toasty notes, spice flavors and mild heat. This is a step up from good and basic.",Reserva,11,87,Maule Valley,,,Viña Casas Patronales 2010 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-patronales-2010-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Viña Casas Patronales 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Barolo has typical varietal aromas of rose and a hint of leather, but shows the heat of the 2007 vintage in its overripe black fruit and spice accompanied by a warm midpalate. The finish is abrupt, marked by bitter, green tannins.",Pajana,55,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Renzo Seghesio 2007 Pajana (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renzo-seghesio-2007-pajana-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Renzo Seghesio 13,White,Chile,"Although this opens with slightly hard, stalky aromas, it picks up character in the mouth. Flavors of lemon, lime, passion fruit and green apple are solid, while the wine's acidity functions as a proper palate cleanser. This offers good value and overall quality.",Guardián Reserva,10,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Mancura 2012 Guardián Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mancura-2012-guardian-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Mancura 12,White,Germany,"Crisp white peach and floral notes are tinged with shades of wax on this this dry, full-bodied Riesling. There's a touch of spritz still on the palate that adds vibe and refreshment.",Dry,15,87,Rheinhessen,,,Louis Guntrum 2011 Dry Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-guntrum-2011-dry-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2011,Louis Guntrum 13.8,Red,US,"Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cab Franc are in the blend, which saw one quarter new American oak. It's bone dry, a palate ripper, with a steely core of red berries and stiff, green tea tannins.",Roller Girl Jammer,19,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),SuLei 2010 Roller Girl Jammer Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sulei-2010-roller-girl-jammer-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,SuLei 15.1,Red,US,"Hard to believe this Cabernet Franc-based Bordeaux-style blend is nearly six years old. It's still bitingly tannic. There's a huge core of blackberry and cocoa fruit that's slowly showing aged notes, but those tough tannins will never go away before the fruit fades. Drink up.",Astral,80,87,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Star Lane Vineyard 2007 Astral Red (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/star-lane-vineyard-2007-astral-red-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Star Lane Vineyard 12.5,White,Australia,"This simple, fruity Chardonnay delivers ample pear, melon and peach notes. It's plump, medium bodied and finishes pleasantly crisp and clean. Drink it over the next couple of years.",,17,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Robert Oatley 2012 Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-oatley-2012-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2012,Robert Oatley 14.8,Red,US,"Richer, fruitier and heavier than Sangiovese really ought to be, but then, this is Alexander Valley, not Tuscany. It's a big wine, jammy in chocolate-covered cherries and licorice, and while the only thing Italian about it is the acidity, it's a tasty wine.",,30,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Seghesio 2010 Sangiovese (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-2010-sangiovese-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sangiovese,2010,Seghesio 13.9,Red,US,"Ripe and heavy, with raspberry and cherry jam, cola, green herb and oak flavors that finish spicy. The grapes are from Jameson Canyon, outside Calistoga. A good wine, but not going anywhere, so drink up.",Unmarked code seven Fagan Creek,45,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Passaggio 2011 Unmarked code seven Fagan Creek Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/passaggio-2011-unmarked-code-seven-fagan-creek-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Passaggio 13.2,White,US,"This is 100% varietal, with light citrus fruit flavors along with sliced pear. The wine is a bit of a featherweight; even the label describes it as “lemon chiffon,” which is entirely accurate.",,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Wind Rose 2012 Pinot Grigio (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wind-rose-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-columbia-valley-yakima/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Wind Rose 14.4,Red,US,"Lots of pretty, polished berry-cherry, chocolate and oak in this Cabernet. It's smooth in tannins and easy to drink, with a richness to the finish. Good job for the price.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Martin Ray 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Martin Ray 14.1,Red,US,"Shows Petite Sirah's bigtime tannins, with very ripe, voluptuous Napa fruit flavors of blackberries, cassis liqueur and dark chocolate, and deliciously complicating notes of bacon and sandalwood. A lovely wine, but seems too soft to age. Drink up.",,49,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kasuari 2010 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kasuari-2010-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2010,Kasuari 14.1,White,US,"This is the winery's stainless steel-fermented Chardonnay. It's a lovely wine, bright in acidity, dry and flashy in jammy orange, pear and mango fruit flavors.",Stele,18,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Joyce 2011 Stele Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joyce-2011-stele-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2011,Joyce 14,Red,US,"Tastes more acidic and brittle than past Cyruses. The flavors veer toward sour cherry and blackberry candies, with hints of blueberries, plums and fresh herbs. Not showing well now, but could be an ager. Try after 2017.",Cyrus,55,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2009 Cyrus Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2009-cyrus-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Alexander Valley Vineyards 15.3,Red,US,"This is 70% Merlot with the rest Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. Though the oak (American and French) is only 35% new, it's still at the fore with notes of vanilla and coconut along with cherry. The flavors are sweet and rich with chalky tannins and the alcohol shows.",BFM Stone Tree Vineyard,53,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Dusted Valley 2010 BFM Stone Tree Vineyard Red (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2010-bfm-stone-tree-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Red Blend,2010,Dusted Valley 13,Red,Austria,"This light colored, ripe wine has a fragrant raspberry flavor laced with a more earthy character. Great juiciness leads into a soft and rounded texture with a bitter cherry aftertaste. Not for aging, ready to drink. Screwcap.",Vom Schlossen,,87,Niederösterreich,,,Graf Hardegg 2009 Vom Schlossen Pinot Noir (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graf-hardegg-2009-vom-schlossen-pinot-noir-niederosterreich/,Pinot Noir,2009,Graf Hardegg 14.8,Red,US,"An elegant, silky Pinot, but tightly wound, with tart acidity and some heat from alcohol. It's almost sweet in raspberry jam and red currants, but finishes spicy. Drink over the next two years.",Bacigalupi Vineyard,48,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gracianna 2011 Bacigalupi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gracianna-2011-bacigalupi-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Gracianna 13.5,White,US,"This is a good, everyday Sauvignon Blanc, brisk in acidity and rich in flavor. It offers ripe lemon, lime and mango flavors that finish long and spicy. The sweetness makes it companionable with Asian fare.",Director's Cut,21,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Francis Ford Coppola 2012 Director's Cut Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2012-directors-cut-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Francis Ford Coppola 14.5,Red,US,"A bit rugged in texture, with some sharpness but there's plenty of jammy raspberry, cranberry and smoky oak flavor, and the mouthfeel is smooth and silky. Ready to drink now.",Director's Cut,27,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Francis Ford Coppola 2011 Director's Cut Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2011-directors-cut-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Francis Ford Coppola 12.5,Rose,Israel,"This 100% Cabernet Franc rosé is light and vibrant, offering delicate scents of white cherry, raspberry, ruby grapefruit and sweet pea florals. The palate is brisk and refreshing, with bright acidity that complements the watermelon rind and strawberry hull flavors. Drink now.",,32,87,Judean Hills,,,Flam 2012 Rosé (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flam-2012-rose-judean-hills/,Rosé,2012,Flam 14.1,Red,US,"A good Pinot, bracing in acidity, with rich black raspberry jam, cola and sandalwood flavors. It's light and silky in the mouth, with brown sugar through the finish. Ready to drink now.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,55,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2011 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2011-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Fess Parker 13,Red,Austria,"Pepper and spice notes accent this soft, ripe and full-bodied wine with forward black-fruit flavors. It exhibits typical Blaufränkisch characteristics of leather and pepper to go with the fruits, but this rich wine is not for aging. Drink now. Screwcap.",,,87,Carnuntum,,,Glatzer 2011 Blaufränkisch (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glatzer-2011-other-red-blaufrankisch-carnuntum/,Blaufränkisch,2011,Glatzer 11,White,Austria,"This is a light, fruity wine that's aromatic as well as lively. Green plum and pear flavors are layered with a strong, crisp, citrus element. It's not for aging, but it's delicious now. Screwcap.",,14,87,Steiermark,,,Fuchs 2012 Welschriesling (Steiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fuchs-2012-other-white-welschriesling-steiermark/,Welschriesling,2012,Fuchs 14.5,Red,Australia,"This rather chunky wine boasts some delicious raspberry notes, but it also comes across as slightly clumsy, like an American football player taking a turn at a society ball. It's full flavored and its dusty tannins will work well with grilled steaks. Drink now–2018.",Rocky Gully,25,87,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Frankland Estate 2011 Rocky Gully Shiraz (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frankland-estate-2011-rocky-gully-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-frankland-river/,Shiraz,2011,Frankland Estate ,Red,France,"This smoky, ripe wine is attractively balanced, showing the freshness of the vintage. There is a pleasant touch of wood, along with black-currant fruitiness and the potential to age for 3–5 years.",Cuvée Bacchus,,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Latour-Laguens 2011 Cuvée Bacchus (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-laguens-2011-cuvee-bacchus-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Latour-Laguens 12.5,Red,France,"A spicy wine, with nutmeg and allspice as well as peppered plums. Against this exotic background, the tannins are solid and concentrated, suggesting good aging potential.",L'Iris de Laride Vieilles Vignes,22,87,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Laride 2011 L'Iris de Laride Vieilles Vignes (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laride-2011-liris-vieilles-vignes-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Laride 12,Red,France,"Balanced by ample acidity and bright black-currant fruit, this is a wine with some spice and firm tannins. Drink in the next 3–4 years.",Classique,12,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château de Camarsac 2011 Classique (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-camarsac-2011-classique-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de Camarsac 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Barolo shows toasty aromas and espresso, with underlying notes of ripe berry. Despite being aged in large casks, oak sensations dominate the palate, with coffee, toast and vanilla notes. It's tight and very tannic, with a mouthdrying finish.",Cannubi,90,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Damilano 2009 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damilano-2009-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Damilano 14.7,Red,US,"Sourced from two different Sagemoor sites—Bacchus, planted in 1972; and Weinbau, planted in 1995—this pure Cabernet has a raisined, very ripe flavor that suggests it should be consumed now. There is a generous overlay of dark chocolate smoothing out the substantial tannins.",Sagemoor,31,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barrister 2009 Sagemoor Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2009-sagemoor-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Barrister 14,Red,Chile,"This cool-vintage Cabernet is a bit grassy and herbal on the nose, with standard berry aromas lurking in the backdrop. A tight, raw, driving palate feels focused but a touch raw, while herbal, dried flavors of plum and raspberry end with peppery spice, minty flavors and hard residual acidity.",Tributo Single Vineyard Block # Quillay,16,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2010 Tributo Single Vineyard Block # Quillay Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2010-tributo-single-vineyard-block-quillay-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Caliterra 13,White,US,"This blend of 60% Viognier and 40% Roussanne opens with a pretty nose, that carries whiffs of honeysuckle and beeswax. The flavors follow, with a hint of lemon polish in the finish.",Nellie Mae,19,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cairdeas 2012 Nellie Mae White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cairdeas-2012-nellie-mae-white-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style White Blend,2012,Cairdeas 13.8,White,US,"This is 100% Pinot Gris, given 20 hours of skin contact, resulting in a “Gris de Gris” style of blush wine. It's light and dry, with strong scents and flavors of grapefruit.",Vino Verano,16,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Castillo de Feliciana 2012 Vino Verano Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-feliciana-2012-vino-verano-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2012,Castillo de Feliciana 14.5,Red,US,"Paul Dolan Zin remains big with savory flavors beef jerky, roast meat and black pepper. Not overdone in alcohol or tannin, its a perfect go-to for nights around the grill and will please a crowd.",,25,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Paul Dolan 2010 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-dolan-2010-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Paul Dolan 15,Red,US,"This is half Syrah (from Chandler Reach) and half Cabernet Sauvignon (from Stillwater Creek), aged in 100% new French oak. The plush fruits are ripe and well-matched, and there are nuanced highlights of herb, leaf, bark and beet root. The tannins are tight and stiff, so some extra breathing time is a good idea.",Double Vision Red,45,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodinville Wine Cellars 2010 Double Vision Red Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2010-double-vision-red-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Woodinville Wine Cellars 15.2,Red,US,"Opening with aromas of baked blackberry compote, this Fiddletown Zin is thick in tannin and savory leather, oak and smoke, but delivers fully on its Zinfully hedonistic promise. On the finish, a bite of licorice.",Lubenko Vineyard,22,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Sobon Estate 2010 Lubenko Vineyard Zinfandel (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2010-lubenko-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Zinfandel,2010,Sobon Estate 12,White,US,"This first Grüner Veltliner from Sineann is lightly aromatic with notes of citrus, apple, and spice. It drinks off dry with sharped edged, green apple-like acids.",,18,88,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Sineann 2012 Grüner Veltliner (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2012-gruner-veltliner-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Sineann 13.5,White,Chile,"Classic, pungent feline aromas of passion fruit, citrus and grass set up a friendly palate with moderate acidity and nice flavors of nectarine, lime and green melon. The finish introduces sweet notes of banana to go with lime.",Reserve,15,88,Leyda Valley,,,Santa Ema 2012 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2012-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Santa Ema 14.5,Red,Chile,"This is an earthy, somewhat flat wine with herbal berry aromas that fall away in quiet form. A full, grabby palate brings berry, raisin and tobacco flavors, all supported by a modest beam of acidity. A finish of earth, tobacco and mulchy flavors announce that 2009 was indeed a hot vintage in Chile.",Reserva de Caliboro,30,88,Maule Valley,,,Erasmo 2009 Reserva de Caliboro Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliboro-estate-2009-erasmo-red-maule-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Erasmo 14,Red,Israel,"This Bordeaux-style blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc is surprisingly open and accessible now, with forward aromas and flavors of ripe brambly berry, forest, fresh tobacco leaf and a touch of espresso bean. The fine tannins lend an approachable texture to the wine, with a rich, jammy black-fruit flavor lingering on the medium-length finish.",Metzuda,35,88,Judean Hills,,,Tzuba 2009 Metzuda Red (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tzuba-2009-metzuda-red-judean-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Tzuba 12.9,Red,US,"This young Pinot, which is Fogarty's most basic, is delicious now, but the tannins are strong enough to warrant a year or two of aging. It's a pretty wine, smooth and tart in acids, with cranberry and rhubarb fruits that veer into sweeter notes of cherry jam.",,35,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2011 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2011,Thomas Fogarty 12.5,White,Austria,"Soft and fragrant, this is a warm feeling Riesling. Of course, it has fine, steely acidity but it also has a riper fruity character, white fruits, hedgerow flavors and an edgy feel. Ready to drink. Screwcap.",Lange Ried,20,88,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2011 Lange Ried Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2011-lange-ried-riesling-niederosterreich-174993/,Riesling,2011,Pratsch 16.1,Red,US,"The cherry marmalade, red currant, mocha, caramel and white pepper flavors are so delicious, you might be drinking a candy bar, with very high alcohol giving it a heady warmth. It's an impressive Grenache, thick and liqueury, for drinking now.",,34,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Summerwood 2009 Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summerwood-2009-grenache-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache,2009,Summerwood 12,White,Austria,"Perfumed and spicy, this wine is very Muscat in character. It's very heady in its aromas, with lychee and tropical fruits, and a delicate, while ripe, profile. The aftertaste continues the theme of exotic fruits and soft acidity. Screwcap.",Classic,20,88,Steiermark,,,Strauss 2012 Classic Gelber Muskateller (Steiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/strauss-2012-classic-other-white-gelber-muskateller-steiermark/,Gelber Muskateller,2012,Strauss 13.5,Sparkling,Austria,"Very crisp apples and lime juice fit well together in this fruity sparkling wine. It has plenty of acidity, of course, balanced with a mineral texture and a light hint of spice.",Sekt,32,88,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Steininger 2011 Sekt Grüner Veltliner (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steininger-2011-sekt-gruner-veltliner-osterreichischer-sekt/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Steininger 15,Red,US,"This is a first for Tulpen, a single vineyard, pure varietal Tempranillo. There is a forceful aroma of Jamaican herb, along with brambly berry fruit. The wine shows good weight, proportion and balance. Young fruit from young vines.",Yellow Bird Vineyard,38,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Tulpen 2010 Yellow Bird Vineyard Tempranillo (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tulpen-2010-yellow-bird-vineyard-tempranillo-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Tempranillo,2010,Tulpen 12,White,Germany,"The fruit profile on this Riesling is crisp and fresh with elegant hints of underripe peach and pineapple. Dry and full bodied with a broad, feathery texture on the palate, it's brisk with minerality and a delicate lime acidity.",Dry,19,88,Rheinhessen,,,Weingut Liebfrauenstift 2011 Dry Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-liebfrauenstift-2011-dry-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2011,Weingut Liebfrauenstift 13,White,Australia,"This blend shows decent weight and texture, along with elegant aromas and flavors of scorched citrus peel and grapefruit. It's long and mouthwatering on the oak-free finish, making it a versatile food companion. The 2012 looks to be even better.",Ribbon Vale Vineyards,27,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Moss Wood 2011 Ribbon Vale Vineyards Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moss-wood-2011-ribbon-vale-vineyards-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-margaret-river/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Moss Wood 13.5,White,US,"Blended from several of Happy Canyon's best vineyards, this Sauvignon Blanc expresses the appellation's essence. It's rich and fruity in citrus and tropical fruits, with a honeyed richness and brisk acidity.",Sybarite,21,88,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Margerum 2012 Sybarite Sauvignon Blanc (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2012-sybarite-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Margerum 14,Red,Israel,"Here's a robust and jammy selection that offers assertive notes of black plum, blackberry and cassis on the nose and in the mouth. The texture is like crushed velvet, with additional nuances of licorice, fruitcake spice and light char, adding depth to the palate and length to the finish.",Kadita Single Vineyard,75,88,Galilee,,,Margalit 2010 Kadita Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margalit-2010-kadita-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Margalit 14,Red,Chile,"Aromas of graphite, chocolate, olive, herbs and berry fruits open this cool-climate Syrah. Laser-beam acidity comes on like gangbusters, while those sharp acids create racy, almost tart flavors of currant and huckleberry. The finish is more flashy and racy than generous and tasty, and thus crispness is the defining character of this wine.",EQ,43,88,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2011 EQ Syrah (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2011-eq-shiraz-syrah-syrah-san-antonio/,Syrah,2011,Matetic 14,Red,Chile,"Oveja Negra consistently produces a very good Cabernet with inky darkness and concentrated aromas of black fruits and toast. This vintage is saturated on the tongue, with lactic notes as well as acidic cut. Blackberry flavors mix with creamy oak and tangy acidity to create a fresh, honest impression.",Single Vineyard,18,88,Maule Valley,,,Oveja Negra 2010 Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oveja-negra-2010-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Oveja Negra 12.5,White,Austria,"This is an intensely herbaceous wine that's very crisp, green and mineral driven. It's a textured wine that's tangy, nervy and full of fruit. Delicious to drink now for its freshness, but it will age for 2–3 years. Glass stopper.",Steirische Klassik,,88,Südoststeiermark,,,Manfred Tement 2012 Steirische Klassik Sauvignon Blanc (Südoststeiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manfred-tement-2012-steirische-klassik-sauvignon-blanc-sudoststeiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Manfred Tement 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful wine that does just what you want in a Merlot. It's soft, velvety and luscious to drink now, but it's far from simple. Shows intricate cherry-berry, mocha, licorice, chocolate and oak flavors that go long on the finish. Drink now.",,28,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Mill Creek 2010 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mill-creek-2010-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2010,Mill Creek 12.5,Red,Austria,"From vines on the slopes of the north-west corner of Lake Neusiedl, this is a broad, juicy wine. It has red cherry flavors, soft, generous tannins and attractively balanced acidity. It's not a wine for long-term aging and is likely to be at its best in three years. Glass stopper",,37,88,Burgenland,,,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 2011 St. Laurent (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gernot-heike-heinrich-2011-other-white-st-laurent-burgenland/,St. Laurent,2011,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 14.2,Red,US,"Lots of savory raspberry and cherry pie flavors in this soft, slightly heavy Pinot Noir. Oak barrel aging shows up as rich notes of buttered toast. It's a flashy, opulent wine for drinking now.",,35,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Gallo Signature Series 2011 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-signature-series-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Gallo Signature Series 13,White,US,"Labeled dry, this nonetheless carries a hint of sweetness, at 70 g/L residual sugar. It's fruity and fresh, with melon, citrus and peach prominent. A perfect summer sipping wine.",Dry,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2012 Dry Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2012-dry-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,Chateau Ste. Michelle 15,Red,US,"This is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from the Cold Creek vineyard. Smooth and fruit forward, it's done in a seamless, accessible, ready-to-drink style that makes it difficult to put down. A fair amount of vanilla flavor comes through, accenting a consumer (and consumption) friendly style.",Cold Creek Vineyard,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2010 Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2010-cold-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.8,Rose,US,"This blush is a blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah and Cinsault, from the estate vineyard in the Santa Ynez Valley. Tart and spicy in strawberries and cherries, with something exotic, like papayas, it's a lovely rosé. Versatile with so many different foods, and the price is fair.",Heritage,20,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2012 Heritage Rosé (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2012-heritage-rose-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rosé,2012,Curtis ,Red,France,"Just beginning its secondary phase, the wine has weight, dark tannins and complex dried fruit, licorice and spice. A stylish, elegant wine with some of the freshness of the vintage still in place.",,25,88,Southwest France,Montravel,,Château le Raz 2008 Montravel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-raz-2008-red-montravel/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château le Raz 12.5,Red,France,"Sweet fruit dominates this attractive, spicy wine. It has ample acidity, giving a fine, fresh black-currant character and tannins that are already melding into the wine. For medium-term aging of 3–5 years.",,26,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Lamothe-Cissac 2011 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-cissac-2011-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Lamothe-Cissac 13.5,White,US,"A first-rate Sauvignon Blanc, delightful to drink now for its crisp fruitiness. Lovely acids highlight citrus, tropical fruit and gooseberry flavors that finish long and spicy.",,18,88,California,Napa,St. Helena,Charles Krug 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-st-helena/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Charles Krug 12,White,Austria,"Light and fruity, this is a delicious wine with no sides. It has green fruits, citrus, a touch of perfume and good acidity. From old vineyards with mixed plantings, this is a blend in the typical Viennese tradition. Screwcap.",Gemischter Satz Classic,,88,Vienna,,,Cobenzl 2012 Gemischter Satz Classic White (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cobenzl-2012-gemischter-satz-classic-white-blend-austrian-vienna/,Austrian white blend,2012,Cobenzl ,Red,France,"Dense and concentrated and still very young, the wine has ripe blackberry flavors, a sense of ripeness and a dry wood-and-tannin core. Give the wine at least 4–5 years.",,18,88,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Tanesse 2011 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tanesse-2011-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Tanesse 14.1,Red,US,"The cherry, red currant and smoky oak flavors on this wine are delicious, and with the light, silky texture and vibrant acidity, you might think it was Pinot Noir. Beautiful to drink now with your favorite Italian-inspired beef entrée, but stay away from tomatoes.",Alegria Vineyard,33,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 2010 Alegria Vineyard Dolcetto (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-2010-alegria-vineyard-italian-red-dolcetto-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Dolcetto,2010,Acorn 14.5,Red,US,"The Ursa blend is about 40% each of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, with Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon filling out the rest. Unsurprisingly, there is a forceful streak of herbal flavors running through this wine. It's more focused on the palate than the Star, with riper flavors of blackberry and bramble, albeit with plenty of pepper and stem.",Ursa,39,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Baer 2010 Ursa Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baer-2010-ursa-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Baer 13.8,White,US,"Borra's Fusion is 90% Viognier and 10% Gewurztraminer and the two varieties bring out nice things in each other here, the floral aromas at the wine's opening evolving into a crisp, soft, creamy center on the mid-palate, a taste of citrus and honeydew standing out.",Fusion,17,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Borra 2012 Fusion White (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borra-2012-fusion-white-central-valley-lodi/,White Blend,2012,Borra 14,Red,Italy,"A delicious, classic Barbera with a dense core of rich black cherry and spice balanced by fresh acidity. Well made, with a long, clean finish, this is a perfect match for barbecued meats.",,20,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Borgogno F.lli Serio e Battista 2009 Barbera d'Alba Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgogno-flli-serio-e-battista-2009-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,2009,Borgogno F.lli Serio e Battista 13,White,Israel,"Here's a fresh and fruit-forward selection, brimming with bright aromas and flavors of white peach, clementine, yellow florals and a hint of fresh hay. Balanced and refreshing, the medium acidity provides good lift to the ripe fruit flavors on the palate and keeps the finish light and clean. Drink up.",Reserve Unoaked,19,88,Judean Hills,,,Binyamina 2012 Reserve Unoaked Chardonnay (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/binyamina-2012-reserve-unoaked-chardonnay-judean-hills/,Chardonnay,2012,Binyamina 13.5,Red,Germany,"While expressive on the nose with scents of dried cherries, potpourri and spice, the palate on this Pinot Noir is rather savory and austere. Fresh with green herbs and a tart sour-cherry profile, it makes a brisk companion to an array of light meat and game dishes.",Malterdinger Trocken,49,88,Baden,,,Huber 2010 Malterdinger Trocken Pinot Noir (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2010-malterdinger-trocken-pinot-noir-baden/,Pinot Noir,2010,Huber 15.2,Red,US,"Just what a Dry Creek Zin should be. It's dry, furry in tannins, heady in alcohol and with enough acidity to give brightness to the wild berry, currant, dark chocolate, tobacco and spice flavors. Classic in its way, and nice to drink now.",Voigt Family Vineyards,24,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,J. Rickards 2010 Voigt Family Vineyards Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rickards-2010-voigt-family-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,J. Rickards 14.5,Red,Chile,"This Pinot is aromatic; rhubarb, dried raspberry, rubber, prickly herbal notes and spice scents all vie for attention. This is solid and creamy in feel, with cutting acidity and herbal, lightly leafy flavors of dried, spicy red fruits. A lightly herbal tasting finish is the finale.",Single Vineyard Las Brisas Vineyard,22,88,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2011 Single Vineyard Las Brisas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyda-2011-single-vineyard-las-brisas-vineyard-pinot-noir-leyda-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Viña Leyda 13.9,Red,US,"This is a red wine for white wine drinkers. It's silky and vibrantly crisp in acidity, like a Sauvignon Blanc, except the flavors are pure Pinot, suggesting sour cherry candy, persimmons and tart cranberries. Drink now–2017.",Tondre Grapefield,35,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Joyce 2011 Tondre Grapefield Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joyce-2011-tondre-grapefield-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Joyce 14.5,White,US,"Shows lots of structure, with brisk acids, firm, granitic minerals and even a dusting of tannins. The flavors are evenly divided between sweet citrus fruits and new oak. Not an ager, but a wine of finesse and elegance.",Black Mountain,24,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Joyce 2011 Black Mountain Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joyce-2011-black-mountain-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Joyce 12,White,Austria,"This is a soft, fruity wine cut with bright green fruits, fresh apple acidity and lemon zest. It's an immediately attractive, clean and fragrant wine, with a pure line of acidity right at the heart of its refreshing nature.",,23,88,Südsteiermark,,,Lackner Tinnacher 2012 Welschriesling (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lackner-tinnacher-2012-other-white-welschriesling-sudsteiermark/,Welschriesling,2012,Lackner Tinnacher 14.2,Red,US,"Syrah in Washington can assume many shapes; here it shows many elements of the forest floor—dried leaves, moist earth, hints of mushroom. It seems to be locked down at the moment, the green tea tannins forming a shell around the tart fruit. Bound to improve dramatically with further bottle age.",,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodinville Wine Cellars 2010 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2010,Woodinville Wine Cellars 13,Red,France,"Very dry, this wine is firmly tannic, with the potential for great swathes of juicy fruitiness. It's currently developing beyond its youthful dryness and just beginning to reveal black-currant fruit. Give it another 2–3 years.",,16,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château La Rame 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rame-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château La Rame 13.8,Red,US,"A fine, solid Pinot, showing the tart acidity, delicate silkiness and tight structure of the coast, in a wine to drink now. The flavors are flashy and complex, with sour cherry candies, cranberries and toasty oak.",,38,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Bougetz 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bougetz-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Bougetz 14.5,Red,Chile,"A gritty, full-force bouquet is oaky, slightly lactic smelling, crusty and a little green. This blend of Carmenère and Malbec is mouthfilling, with tartaric bite and jumpy flavors of raspberry, plum and herbs. On the finish, it's herbal and mildly green like on the nose, with toughness.",Tribute Edicion Limitada Carmenère-Malbec,30,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2010 Tribute Edicion Limitada Carmenère-Malbec Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2010-tribute-edicion-limitada-carmenere-malbec-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Caliterra ,Red,Italy,"This has intense forest-floor aromas, a hint of violet along and toasted oak and vanilla notes. The palate shows bright raspberry and espresso flavors, nervous acidity and firm tannins. It needs time, so drink after 2016.",Torriglione,60,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mario Gagliasso 2008 Torriglione (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-gagliasso-2008-torriglione-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2008,Mario Gagliasso 14.5,Red,US,"This is a big, robust Syrah, as chewy as a piece of grilled steak, as delicious as blackberry jam. You find both those flavors, along with a spectrum of dark chocolate, Canadian bacon, heady black currant liqueur, black pepper and sandalwood. It's pretty tannic, but you can drink it now, after a few hours of breathing.",,32,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2009 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2009,Peju 14.2,Red,US,"The oak (25% new French and American) is pleasantly dialed back here allowing the pure notes of plum, cherry, and espresso to shine through. The concentration dips a bit in the middle but it still brings much to enjoy and fits in well at the dinner table.",,24,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,McKinley Springs 2010 Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mckinley-springs-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2010,McKinley Springs 13.4,White,Australia,"This medium-weight Sauvignon Blanc features admirable purity and focus. The lime and mixed citrus aromas and flavors are very clean and likable, showing decent length on the crisp, slightly chalky-textured finish. Drink now.",Omrah,15,88,Western Australia,Great Southern,,Plantagenet 2011 Omrah Sauvignon Blanc (Great Southern),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2011-omrah-sauvignon-blanc-great-southern/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Plantagenet 14.8,Red,US,"There's some complexity to this Zin despite the fact that it's high in alcohol. The berry-cherry fruit is restrained, exhibiting all kinds of earthy and mineral notes.",Estate Grown,20,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2011 Estate Grown Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2011-estate-grown-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Mounts 14,Red,Italy,"This expression of young Nebbiolo boasts a pretty floral and strawberry fragrance. The palate delivers bright strawberry and raspberry flavors and fresh acidity. It's simple, yet well made, with good balance and a silky texture.",Gambarin,22,88,Piedmont,Langhe,,Montaribaldi 2011 Gambarin Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaribaldi-2011-gambarin-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2011,Montaribaldi 14.4,Red,US,"This is a good bottle, single vineyard-sourced, toasty and still tightly-wound with tart red fruits. It's pretty and forward, perhaps best enjoyed in the next year or two.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Balboa 2010 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balboa-2010-pepper-bridge-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2010,Balboa 15.2,Red,US,"Classic Sonoma Valley Zin, rich and ripe in berries, currants and raisins, warming in alcohol, and with savory spices. The finish is nice and dry. A great, upscale partner for barbecue.",,28,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,B.R. Cohn 2010 Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-2010-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,B.R. Cohn 14.1,Red,US,"A rich, interesting wine at the junction between fresh, primary fruit and aged, bottled character. The blackberries and cherries are drying out, turning earthy and mushroomy. Yet the wine remains vibrant and tannic. Will continue to age for many years.",Single Vineyard Selection,40,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2008 Single Vineyard Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2008-single-vineyard-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Alexander Valley Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"Brisk lime acidity gives the raspberry, cherry and currant liqueur flavors a bright mouthfeel. Oak brings richness and additional tannins. The wine is dry and elegant, with complex flavors to drink over the next few years. Give it some time in a decanter.",Bar Lazy S Ranch,55,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2010 Bar Lazy S Ranch Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2010-bar-lazy-s-ranch-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Foley 14.1,White,US,"A Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc blend, this wine is brisk in acids, with a touch of cream and toast. But the star is the fruit. It's rich and complex in lemons, limes and tangerines.",Barrack Blanc,40,88,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Happy Canyon Vineyard 2011 Barrack Blanc White (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-canyon-vineyard-2011-barrack-blanc-white-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Happy Canyon Vineyard 14.5,White,US,"Tastes rich and flashy now, with a rich array of oranges, pineapples and peaches, accented with oak. The acidity is just fine. Hanzell Chardonnays have a history of aging, so try stashing it for six years and see what happens.",,75,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 2010 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Hanzell 13.5,White,Austria,"Fine acidity cuts through this richly fruity wine. Very pure and stylish, it's aromatic with notes of white flowers, citrus and white fruits. Lively in texture, this is a delicious wine already, but it will age well over 2–4 years. Screwcap.",Weiss Heideboden,,88,Burgenland,,,Hannes Reeh 2012 Weiss Heideboden White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hannes-reeh-2012-weiss-heideboden-white-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian white blend,2012,Hannes Reeh 12,White,Austria,"Austria's answer to the Traminer, Gelber Musckateller offers the same spiciness with the addition of a streak of acidity. Together, they yield a refreshing, dry wine with liveliness that leaves a bright, fruity aftertaste. Screwcap.",,,88,Niederösterreich,,,Hermann Moser 2012 Gelber Muskateller (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-moser-2012-other-white-gelber-muskateller-niederosterreich/,Gelber Muskateller,2012,Hermann Moser 14.5,White,US,"This unoaked Sauvignon Blanc has nothing to fall back on except the underlying quality of the grapes. It succeeds, with rich citrus and tropical fruit, peach, honey, gooseberry and vanilla flavors. The acidity is brisk and cleansing.",Hudson Vineyard Sans Chene,32,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ma(i)sonry 2012 Hudson Vineyard Sans Chene Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ma-i-sonry-2012-hudson-vineyard-sans-chene-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Ma(i)sonry 13,Red,Chile,"Woody, grainy aromas of fresh-cut timber relax with airing. in the mouth, this is drawn and a touch rough, with full tannins supporting rugged flavors of oak, wood resin, spice and black fruits. A nicely textured finish with rubbery notes and length is satisfying.",Cachos de Oro,36,88,Maule Valley,,,Leyendas de Familia 2011 Cachos de Oro Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyendas-familia-2011-cachos-oro-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2011,Leyendas de Familia 13,Sparkling,Austria,"This is a soft, creamy wine with a texture that is dry while also rounded. White fruits, lemony acidity and a mineral edge are all consistent. The finish is full of acidity and a touch of bitterness.",Edition Gustav Klimt Blanc de Blancs Brut,25,88,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Szigeti 2009 Edition Gustav Klimt Blanc de Blancs Brut White (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/szigeti-2009-edition-gustav-klimt-blanc-blancs-brut-white-blend-austrian-osterreichischer-sekt/,Austrian white blend,2009,Szigeti 12.5,White,Australia,"This varietally labeled Sauvignon Blanc sourced from the southern portion of Margaret River is delightfully clean, crisp and refreshing. Nectarine, pineapple and citrus flavors mingle easily on the medium-bodied palate.",,20,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Robert Oatley 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-oatley-2012-sauvignon-blanc-margaret-river/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Robert Oatley 14.5,Red,Chile,"After this opens with resiny, barbecued aromas, dark berry fruit scents and density take over. The palate on this fairly full Cabernet is creamy and a touch syrupy, while flavors of plum and blackberry finish with chocolate and some heat. Given 2011's cool conditions, this is ripe and healthy.",Reserva Especial Sibaris,16,88,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2011 Reserva Especial Sibaris Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2011-reserva-especial-sibaris-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Undurraga 14.1,Red,US,"Hard tannins give a toughness to the blackberry, cherry and mulberry fruits, locking down the palate in puckery astringency. It's severe, although it does have real complexity. Drink it by 2015, but give it a good, long decant.",,38,88,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2010 Merlot (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2010-merlot-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Merlot,2010,Trefethen 13.5,Red,Chile,Good yet generic aromas of spicy berry and ripe plum are clean and inviting. A juicy palate deals lightly baked flavors of spiced berry and cassis. A medium-long finish is tasty and feels right.,Reserve,12,88,Central Valley,,,Siegel 2011 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2011-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Siegel 12.9,Red,US,"Despite the moniker, this blend of Counoise, Mourvèdre, Malbec, Zinfandel and Petit Sirah strays pretty far afield from the southern Rhône. It's an edgy, stylized effort, light with tart rhubarb fruit, wild berries and plenty of tongue-tingling acidity. Yet it does not lack for flavor, detail, or interest. For acid hounds.",Chateauneuf du Stark,40,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),ENSO 2011 Chateauneuf du Stark Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enso-2011-chateauneuf-stark-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2011,ENSO ,Red,France,"Bright and fruity, this wine has fine acidity, which balances the firm tannins. The whole wine feels juicy, packed with forward fruit and having a lively character. Drink now.",,16,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Tour de Mirambeau 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-mirambeau-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Tour de Mirambeau ,Red,France,"Ripe and fruity, this is already a delicious wine. It has blackberry fruit, sweet tannins and acidity that percolates through the ripe texture. Generous and open, it is almost ready to drink.",,20,88,Bordeaux,Montagne-Saint-Émilion,,Château Rocher Calon 2011 Montagne-Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rocher-calon-2011-red-montagne-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Rocher Calon 15,Red,Israel,"This Bordeaux-style blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot is shy and demure now, requiring a decant or time to air before opening up to reveal notes of red-plum flesh, muddled raspberry and soft sweet spice. Medium weight, with soft tannins and an herbal finish.",Petit Castel,50,88,Judean Hills,,,Domaine du Castel 2010 Petit Castel Red (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-castel-2010-petit-red-judean-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine du Castel 13.5,Red,US,"Syrahs are plentiful in Washington, but not in such quantities. Inevitably, some of the nuances of site and vintage have been smoothed over. What remains is a textbook version of the grape as it shows across the varied Columbia Valley. Smooth and supple, its satiny mix of blueberry and vanilla cream offer a fine introduction to the style. The tannins have grip and a hint of green tea flavor.",,14,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2011 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2011-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2011,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14.2,Red,US,"This bottling from Martin Ray has been offering consistent value over the years. With the 2011, they continue that tradition with this smooth, softly tannic Merlot. The cherry, mocha and oak flavors are easy to like.",,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Martin Ray 2011 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2011-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2011,Martin Ray 13,Red,France,"Great value, simple and fruity, this is a ripe wine without wood aging, just bursting with black fruit flavors. It's rich, slightly stalky and ready to drink now.",K-nom,13,87,Southwest France,Cahors,,Clos Troteligotte 2011 K-nom Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-troteligotte-2011-k-nom-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2011,Clos Troteligotte 11,White,Germany,"Intensely fruity, this off-dry Riesling boasts a bounty of superripe tropical fruit, and even a hint of red berries. It's soft and lush on the palate with a caramelized, glycerine-like texture, but balanced with brisk tangerine acidity.",,11,87,Rheinhessen,,,Trullo 2011 Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trullo-2011-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2011,Trullo 12.5,Red,Austria,"This perfumed, juicy wine exhibts attractive red plum and blackberry flavors. Touches of herbs show a fragrant side to the wine, while acidity acts as a foil to the ripe fruits. Ready to drink now. Screwcap.",Classic,24,86,Thermenregion,,,Fischer 2009 Classic St. Laurent (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fischer-2009-classic-other-white-st-laurent-thermenregion/,St. Laurent,2009,Fischer 12,White,Austria,"One of the classic, simple, attractive Grüners to come out of Austria, this brings forward lively green fruits, a touch of spice and crisp acidity. It's totally ready to drink. Screwcap.",Hugo,13,86,Niederösterreich,,,Markus Huber 2012 Hugo Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2012-hugo-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Markus Huber 13.9,Red,US,"An aromatically appealing wine with notes of cinnamon, chocolate and cherry. Unfortunately, it's quite tart with grainy, somewhat bitter tannins.",Reserve,24,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Canoe Ridge 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Canoe Ridge 14.6,Red,US,"At the age of nearly seven years, it's ready to drink now. It's soft and mellow, and the fruit is fading, leaving behind the taste of alcohol and raisins.",Coyote Crest,65,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Munselle 2006 Coyote Crest Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/munselle-2006-coyote-crest-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Munselle 12.5,White,US,"Made in a sweeter style, with white sugar-infused oranges, apples, limes and peaches marking the flavors. That wonderful Monterey acidity keeps it all sharp and focused.",,16,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 2011 Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2011-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2011,Jekel 13,Red,France,"With ample acidity and juicy black fruit, this is a light, refreshing, already fragrant wine. It's bright and lively, just hinting at black chocolate and blackberry fruit.",,15,86,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château la Croix Saint-Pierre 2011 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croix-saint-pierre-2011-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château la Croix Saint-Pierre 12.5,Red,France,"A dark, extracted wine, taking its time to reveal the fruit that is lurking at the back, promising rich black fruit in 3–4 years.",,13,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Ducla 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ducla-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Ducla 13,Red,France,"Rough around the edges, this is a dry and tannic wine. It has mint, red currant fruit and a dry center. It needs a year or two, but is likely to remain rustic.",Benjamin de Vieux Château Gaubert,18,86,Bordeaux,Graves,,Vieux Château Gaubert 2011 Benjamin de Vieux Château Gaubert (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieux-chateau-gaubert-2011-benjamin-de-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Vieux Château Gaubert 13,White,Austria,"A very crisp wine, with a fine mineral texture, this pulls in the direction of green fruits, citrus and a tangy, zesty character. Brisk and fragrant, it needs another few months to be at its best. Screwcap.",,14,86,Weinviertel,,,Pratsch 2012 Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2012-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Pratsch 12,White,Austria,"Smooth, soft creamed fruits and fresh acidity combine easily here in this purely fruity wine. Lightly aromatic, it's a buoyant wine that's ready to drink now. Screwcap.",Classic,19,86,Steiermark,,,Strauss 2012 Classic Chardonnay (Steiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/strauss-2012-classic-chardonnay-steiermark/,Chardonnay,2012,Strauss 12.5,White,Austria,"A simple, fruity wine, this offers lime and green-apple flavors giving complete freshness. It's a light, aromatic wine with a touch of pepper. Drink now. Screwcap.",,17,86,Kamptal,,,Steininger 2012 Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steininger-2012-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Steininger 11.5,White,Austria,"Pepper's the name, and pepper's a character of this wine. There is such a light touch with the pepper pot though, allowing for apple flavors and a light, dancing texture. Drink now. Screwcap.",Austrian Pepper,,86,Niederösterreich,,,R&A Pfaffl 2011 Austrian Pepper Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2011-austrian-pepper-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,R&A Pfaffl 11.5,White,Israel,"This is a fresh and easy selection, with low-intensity aromas and flavors of tart gooseberry, lemon-lime citrus and soft grass. The mouthfeel is light and breezy, and the finish is clean and brisk. Drink now.",,28,86,Galilee,,,Pelter 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pelter-2011-sauvignon-blanc-galilee/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Pelter 14.5,Red,Italy,"This internationally-styled Barbera shows aromas of oak, ground coffee bean and smoke as well as black fruit. While the palate is dense with ripe black-cherry, chocolate and vanilla flavors, oak dominates, and astringent wood tannins dry out the finish.",Loirano Soprano,68,85,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Rivetto 2009 Loirano Soprano (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetto-2009-loirano-soprano-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2009,Rivetto 16.3,Red,US,"Mainly Syrah, with lesser amounts of Grenache and Mourvèdre, this is a very soft, sweet, fruity wine. It tastes like a dried raspberry, milk chocolate, brown sugar and nougat candy confection, with enormously high alcohol.",Diosa,58,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Summerwood 2008 Diosa G-S-M (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summerwood-2008-diosa-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-paso-robles/,G-S-M,2008,Summerwood 13,Rose,Austria,"A fluorescent pink color introduces this soft, full and fruity wine with fine, balanced acidity. There is a touch of caramel, along with crisp acidity from red-cherry flavors. Ready to drink. Screwcap.",,13,85,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2012 Rosé (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2012-rose-niederosterreich/,Rosé,2012,Pratsch ,White,Chile,"Fleshy, tropical aromas with a touch of varietal snap set up a green palate with sweet lime and scallion flavors. The finish shows ripeness and tropical notes before turning heavy. Drink this well chilled.",U Estate Grown,11,85,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2012 U Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2012-u-estate-grown-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Undurraga 14.1,Red,US,"This was a difficult vintage, and the wine reflects it. It feels off-balance, with astringent, chalky tannins, and lean, simple fruit.",Elephant Mountain Vineyard,40,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,O•S Winery 2010 Elephant Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-s-winery-2010-elephant-mountain-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,O•S Winery 13,White,US,"A little fizzy and very fruity, with candied orange, peach and green apple flavors. With a honey-date richness, it's like a wine granola bar.",,13,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,10Span 2012 Pinot Gris (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/10span-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Gris,2012,10Span 15.7,Red,US,"Sourced from Les Collines vineyard, one of Walla Walla's best, this 100% Syrah opens with characteristic scents of smoke and bacon and black cherry. But in the mouth it has a syrupy flavor, somewhat medicinal, and dense tannins.",,30,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Holmes Harbor Cellars 2009 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/holmes-harbor-cellars-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2009,Holmes Harbor Cellars 12,White,France,"This is a ripe wine, its herbaceous character tempered by green plum and pineapple flavors. It's full in the mouth, with a hint of steeliness to give texture. Great to drink this summer.",,12,85,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine de l'Herré 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lherre-2012-sauvignon-blanc-cotes-gascogne/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Domaine de l'Herré 12.5,Red,France,"Ripe fruit suggests a wine that is soft, juicy and unlikely to age for long. It has red berry flavors, attractive tannins and fine finishing acidity.",Selection Exceptionelle,22,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Gamage 2011 Selection Exceptionelle (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gamage-2011-selection-exceptionelle-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Gamage 13,Rose,France,"An attractively fruity wine—fragrant, fresh and with a touch of tannin. Raspberry flavors give the wine a good lift. Drink it this year.",Château Pérenne,12,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Rosé,,Bernard Magrez 2012 Château Pérenne Rosé (Bordeaux Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-magrez-2012-chateau-perenne-rose-rose/,Rosé,2012,Bernard Magrez 13,Red,Chile,"Bright raspberry and leather aromas set up a tight palate ringing with acidity. That creates a narrow flavor profile with drawn cherry and currant flavors. A minty, lightly herbal finish carries notes of leather and oak-based bacon, which frankly seems a bit forced given the simplicity of the wine.",,14,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Calcu 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcu-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Calcu 13.5,White,US,"This is a Viognier/Roussanne blend, with a hint of beeswax in the nose, and light flavors of celery and citrus rind. Pleasant but quick to fade.",Nellie Mae,19,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cairdeas 2011 Nellie Mae White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cairdeas-2011-nellie-mae-white-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style White Blend,2011,Cairdeas 14,Red,Italy,"This could be in a mute phase, but this straight Barbaresco is inexpressive right now. While the nose shows hints of violet and herb, the palate reveals only modest hints of cherry and spice.",,35,85,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Borgogno F.lli Serio e Battista 2009 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgogno-flli-serio-e-battista-2009-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2009,Borgogno F.lli Serio e Battista 14.5,Rose,US,"This youthful rosé spent 16 hours on the skins, then was fermented and aged in stainless steel. It's light and tart, best enjoyed well-chilled on a hot summer day.",Rosé,18,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Castillo de Feliciana 2012 Rosé Tempranillo (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-feliciana-2012-rose-tempranillo-columbia-valley-wa/,Tempranillo,2012,Castillo de Feliciana 14,Red,US,This lightly aromatic Malbec has notes of plum and wood spice. The tannins are rustic and the flavors light.,Phinny Hill Vineyard,38,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Castillo de Feliciana 2010 Phinny Hill Vineyard Malbec (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-feliciana-2010-phinny-hill-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Malbec,2010,Castillo de Feliciana 14.2,Red,US,"Blended with 15% Barbera, this is an aromatically intriguing wine with notes of rose water, sour cherry, and dried flowers. It's tart with brawny, firm tannins and cranberry-like acidity. Serve it at the dinner table to see it at its best.",,30,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Wind Rose 2009 Nebbiolo (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wind-rose-2009-nebbiolo-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Nebbiolo,2009,Wind Rose 14.1,Red,US,"This drinkable Pinot does have a tannic toughness. On the palate, there are good notes of cherry and cola, but hints of green unripeness compromise its future. Give it a good decant and drink now.",Unbridled,35,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Wild Horse 2011 Unbridled Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-2011-unbridled-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Wild Horse 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes heavy and soft, with syrupy black cherry and brown sugar flavors. There's some wintergreen in there, too, that provides a jarringly tart note. Doesn't seem like an ager, so drink up.",Cheval Sauvage,60,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Wild Horse 2010 Cheval Sauvage Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-2010-cheval-sauvage-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Wild Horse 14,Red,US,"A straightforward Pinot Noir from Mendocino's inland Potter Valley, the wine is dominated by a layer of spearmint that overcomes the more nuanced flavors of cherry and raspberry.",,30,86,California,Mendocino County,Potter Valley,Paul Dolan 2010 Pinot Noir (Potter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-dolan-2010-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-potter-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Paul Dolan 13.5,White,US,"This is a sound Sauvignon Blanc, with plenty of varietal character. It's tastes of honey, grass and citrus flavors that are highlighted by brisk acidity.",,22,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Peju 14.2,Red,US,"Aged in a mixture of American and French oak (30% new), the barrel notes of vanilla, butterscotch and pine are at the fore followed by light green notes. It's medium bodied and well constructed but finishes quite tart.",,24,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Lookout Point 2010 Malbec (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lookout-point-2010-malbec-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Malbec,2010,Lookout Point 14.5,Red,Chile,"Piercing sour raspberry aromas introduce an edgy, scratchy feeling wine with a combo of minty, herbal pie cherry and red plum flavors. This dries out and finishes modestly, but always with true Pinot Noir character.",Coast Cool Climate,17,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Lomas del Valle 2012 Coast Cool Climate Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lomas-valle-2012-coast-cool-climate-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,Lomas del Valle ,Red,Italy,"This straightforward Barolo offers aromas of meat juices, berry and spice. The palate delivers white pepper, clove and mint, along with cherry and a hint of vanilla.",,,86,Piedmont,Barolo,,Livia Fontana 2009 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livia-fontana-2009-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Livia Fontana 13.8,Red,US,"Shows ripe blackberry, grilled meat, white pepper and oak flavors, wrapped into the smooth tannins that Santa Ynez Valley Syrahs usually have. The finish is properly varietally spicy, though there are limiting factors of green notes and excessive acidity.",,24,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Pace 2010 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pace-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2010,Pace 13.5,Red,US,"For the price, this is one of the best Cab values in the market. It shows fine varietal character, with blackberry and cherry flavors wrapped into firm tannins and a spicy finish.",,11,86,California,California Other,California,Nickname 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickname-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Nickname 13.5,White,Israel,"Typically a stand-out Israeli white, the 2011 vintage of this wine seems a bit flabby and overdone. It still offers nice yet rich tones of orange creamsicle, buttered popcorn and custard, but the oak-derived notes of toasted hazelnut, vanilla cream and toasted sweet spice are a tad overwhelming, and the acidity doesn't provide enough lift to keep it all balanced.",C Blanc du Castel,50,86,Judean Hills,,,Domaine du Castel 2011 C Blanc du Castel Chardonnay (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-castel-2011-c-blanc-chardonnay-judean-hills/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine du Castel 12,White,France,"There is just a touch of sweetness here, with apricot and nut flavors offering ripeness and a soft, full-in-the-mouth character. The wine has a light touch, and should be a delicious apéritif wine, or try it paired with Chinese food.",,12,86,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine de l'Herré 2011 Gros Manseng (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lherre-2011-other-white-gros-manseng-cotes-gascogne/,Gros Manseng,2011,Domaine de l'Herré 11.5,White,France,"Tightly herbaceous and very crisp, grassy and citrusy, this is the epitome of cool, fresh Sauvignon Blanc. It's a light, bright, easy-drinking wine that's ready to go now.",,11,86,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine Uby 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-uby-2012-sauvignon-blanc-cotes-gascogne/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Domaine Uby 13.3,Red,Israel,"Pretty floral aromas of violet, carnation and talc mingle with notes of raspberry and blackberry on the nose of this Tempranillo-Touriga Nacional blend. It's plush and round on the palate, with mouthfilling ripe fruit flavors and spicy accents of toasted oak and vanilla bean.",Tinto,28,86,Galilee,,,Domaine Netofa 2011 Tinto Red (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-netofa-2011-tinto-red-galilee/,Red Blend,2011,Domaine Netofa 13.5,Red,Chile,"Spiced plum and raspberry aromas are on the full and dark side. This offers good volume and a medium-plus body with black cherry and black currant flavors. A dark-leaning, peppery finish tops off this full-fruited Pinot.",Hacienda Araucano Reserva,13,86,Central Valley,,,François Lurton 2012 Hacienda Araucano Reserva Pinot Noir (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2012-hacienda-araucano-reserva-pinot-noir-central-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,François Lurton 14.5,Red,Chile,"A scratchy, fiery opening of juniper, cheesy leather and berry fruit aromas settles with airing. This is tannic as a bag of rocks, with toasty, herbal, dark-fruit flavors. Throughout this feels abrasive, hard and blocky, with a finish of spice and chocolate flavors roughened by hard residual tannins.",Hacienda Araucano Clos de Lolol,24,86,Lolol Valley,,,François Lurton 2010 Hacienda Araucano Clos de Lolol Red (Lolol Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2010-hacienda-araucano-clos-lolol-red-lolol-valley/,Red Blend,2010,François Lurton 14.5,Red,Australia,"This bargain-priced offering boasts cool, restrained Cabernet aromas of cassis and mint, with just a touch of tomato creeping in. It's fairly weighty, with bold flavors of Ribena on the palate and soft tannins on the finish. Drink now.",Split River,10,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Evans & Tate 2011 Split River Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evans-tate-2011-split-river-cabernet-sauvignon-western/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Evans & Tate 14,Red,France,"A firm wine, full of solid tannins and powerful fruit. There's just a touch of smokiness here, giving complexity to a wine that has weight and richness as well as blackberry fruit. It needs 3–5 years.",,23,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Laronde Désormes 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laronde-desormes-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Laronde Désormes 13.5,White,Chile,"Tropical aromas are typical for basic Chilean Chardonnay. This is plump in feel, with cantaloupe, honeydew and chunky apple flavors. The palate feels balanced and the wine is just focused enough on the finish, which shows a spot of bracing acidity. Drink right away.",Reserva Estate Grown,11,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Caliterra 2012 Reserva Estate Grown Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2012-reserva-estate-grown-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Caliterra 12,Rose,Chile,"A composed bouquet of field notes, nettle, tangerine and passion fruit is almost like Sauvignon Blanc. The palate feels lifted and tangy, while flavors of lime, pie cherry and plum skins set up a long, pure, driving finish with cleansing acidity and lasting citrus flavors.",,14,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Calcu 2012 Rosé (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcu-2012-rose-colchagua-valley/,Rosé,2012,Calcu 13.5,Red,US,"Tri is actually a blend of four grapes – Syrah, Dolcetto, Cabernet Sauvignon and Mourvèdre. Maybe should be renamed Quad? It's soft and fruity, and the unusual mix of grapes resolves into an easy-drinking, all-purpose, but somewhat diffuse, generic red.",Tri,29,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cairdeas NV Tri Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cairdeas-nv-tri-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,,Cairdeas 15.5,Red,US,"Solidly in the big fruit, big tannin, high alcohol style of past Barrister reds, this has a pruney quality that hints at almost-too-ripe fruit. The astringent, blocky tannins are somewhat mitigated by sweet baking spices from aging in 90% new French oak.",,31,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barrister 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Barrister 14.1,Red,US,"This is a different blend from previous vintages of Petit Barone, with Merlot dominant (71%) and Cabernet Sauvignon riding shotgun. Light and fruity, with hints of pepper, raspberry and cherry flavors, this is an easy-going quaffer without much staying power.",Petit Barone,22,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barons V 2010 Petit Barone Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barons-v-2010-petit-barone-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Barons V 15,Red,US,"A bit of a come-down in 2010, this shows the green, herbal style of Syrah, with an abundance of stem flavors running through stiff tannins. It spent 16 months in French oak, but somehow conceals its influence.",Estate,34,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Balboa 2010 Estate Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balboa-2010-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2010,Balboa 13.5,Red,US,"Pure Malbec, estate-grown, this has a slightly green edge around tart, light red fruit. Sour cherry and dried herb components interplay, with some bitterness in the finish.",Estate,22,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,AntoLin Cellars 2010 Estate Malbec (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antolin-cellars-2010-estate-malbec-columbia-valley-yakima/,Malbec,2010,AntoLin Cellars 15.6,Red,US,"Also labeled the Artist Series, this blend of Cabernet, Merlot and Syrah sports 15.6% alcohol. It's sweet, earthy, and tannic, with a rough, herbal flavor. The sweet, almost sugary fruit has not integrated thoroughly with the barrel flavors and rough tannins. Give it breathing time and/or a few more years in the cellar.",Teragré Red Etude,37,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Holmes Harbor Cellars 2009 Teragré Red Etude Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/holmes-harbor-cellars-2009-teragre-red-etude-other/,Red Blend,2009,Holmes Harbor Cellars 13,Red,Austria,"This rounded, dry wine is full of red berry flavor, a layer of dark tannins and attractive spiciness. It's a full wine, ready to drink with its juicy acidity at the end. Screwcap.",,,86,Niederösterreich,,,Hermann Moser 2009 Zweigelt (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-moser-2009-other-red-zweigelt-niederosterreich/,Zweigelt,2009,Hermann Moser 13,Red,Chile,"Heavy, baked aromas of black plum, berry and rubber are dense and chunky. This is big, grabby and tannic in feel, with grapey flavors of blackberry and earthy tobacco. A minty, round, soft finish is plump and grabby.",Casa Grand Selection,12,86,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2011 Casa Grand Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2011-casa-grand-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Lapostolle ,Red,France,"Generally regarded as one of the lighter vintages of the 21st century, the wine still has charm and attractive mature flavors like mushroom, as well as a leathery texture. The end still hints at freshness and attractive fruit.",,25,86,Southwest France,Montravel,,Château le Raz 2002 Montravel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-raz-2002-red-montravel/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Château le Raz 13.5,Red,France,"This firmly tannic wine boasts a solid structure and bitter-chocolate extraction. The wine has plenty of weight and juiciness from fruit, it just needs several years to come together.",Réserve,13,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Darzac 2011 Réserve (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darzac-2011-reserve-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Darzac 14,Red,Chile,"A dark violet color properly indicates that this is intense; sappy berry and cassis aromas are dominant, with some chocolate as well. In the mouth, this is grabby and hard, while berry, rubber, spice and herbal flavors culminate in a finish that tastes roasted and feels tannic.",Reserva,17,86,Maipo Valley,,,Maray 2011 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maray-2011-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Maray 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a simple but well-crafted Barbera with earthy, fruity aromas and lush dark-fruit flavors uplifted by spice notes and crisp acidity. This will pair well with pastas, white meats and even fish.",La Consolina,15,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Montaribaldi 2011 La Consolina (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaribaldi-2011-consolina-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2011,Montaribaldi 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a big Barbera with an earthy fragrance of ripe fruit, herb and spice. The palate shows lush black fruit and signs of oak aging, including coffee, vanilla and toasted notes. Lush fruit flavors balance crisp acidity but there's a somewhat dry and bitter finish.",Du Gir,25,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Montaribaldi 2010 Du Gir (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaribaldi-2010-gir-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2010,Montaribaldi 14.1,Red,US,"Shows Sangiovese's bright cherry and cola flavors and mouthwatering acidity, in a light, silky texture. It's a good, dry, savory wine, but a little one-dimensional. Drink up.",Alegria Vineyards,30,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 2010 Alegria Vineyards Sangiovese (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-2010-alegria-sangiovese-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sangiovese,2010,Acorn 13.5,Red,US,"A nice starter Pinot for the price. Will introduce newcomers to the variety's light, silky texture and savory berry and spice flavors, touched with smoky oak.",Votre Santé,14,86,California,California Other,California,Francis Ford Coppola 2011 Votre Santé Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2011-votre-sante-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Francis Ford Coppola 12,White,Austria,"Veltlinsky is among the very first of the fruity Grüners that swept through our wine shops. It is as crisp and green as the grape should be, with apples and pepper laced together in a bright, light harmony. Screwcap.",Veltlinsky,,86,Niederösterreich,,,Graf Hardegg 2012 Veltlinsky Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graf-hardegg-2012-veltlinsky-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Graf Hardegg 14.2,White,US,"With a smooth, soft mouthfeel, this wine has flavors of cashews, lanolin, citrus fruits and white flowers. It's dry, but there's a honeyed taste through the finish. It's a little heavy in oak. Try as an exotic alternative to Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc.",,22,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J. Rickards 2012 Sémillon (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rickards-2012-semillon-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sémillon,2012,J. Rickards 13.8,Red,US,"A non-vintage blend of largely Grenache and Malbec all from Coyote Vineyard, it's moderately aromatic notes of black pepper, flowers, and raspberries with a touch of dust. It's medium bodied with tart, puckering fruit flavors.",Two Coyotes,23,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Lookout Point NV Two Coyotes Red (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lookout-point-nv-two-coyotes-red-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Red Blend,,Lookout Point 14,Red,Chile,"The nose on this everyday Chilean Pinot Noir is pinched, prickly and scratchy but still true to the grape. Mild yet creamy tasting oak flavors blend with herbal-leaning raspberry and plum, while the finish is grabby and resiny.",Classic,14,86,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2011 Classic Pinot Noir (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyda-2011-classic-pinot-noir-leyda-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Viña Leyda 14.5,Red,US,"This is a Merlot-based Bordeaux-style blend, containing the five classic varieties. It's a little hot in alcohol and overripe, with raisin, prune and blackberry flavors. Will age for a long time, without gaining complexity.",Cuvée Evelyna,32,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,La Storia by Trentadue 2010 Cuvée Evelyna Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storia-by-trentadue-2010-cuvee-evelyna-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,La Storia by Trentadue 13.5,Sparkling,Austria,"With some attractive perfume, this is a crisp sparkling wine that's brightly fruity and touched with spice and lemon acidity. It has a pepper edge and a tangy mouthfeel, and finishes on a bold, citrusy note.",Sekt,32,86,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Steininger 2011 Sekt Riesling (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steininger-2011-sekt-riesling-osterreichischer-sekt/,Riesling,2011,Steininger 12.5,White,Austria,"One of the popular liter bottles of Grüner Veltliner, this is bright, fruity and laced with red apples. It has lively acidity and a light texture, making it very drinkable and bright.",,,86,Austria,,,Thierry-Weber 2012 Grüner Veltliner (Austria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thierry-weber-2012-gruner-veltliner/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Thierry-Weber 13.3,White,US,"A tasty little sipper, built along Pinot Grigio lines. It's light-bodied and tart in acidity, with ripe pineapple, orange, vanilla and honey flavors. Great for picnics, the beach or as an appetizer with savory munchies.",,22,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Seghesio 2012 Arneis (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-2012-italian-white-arneis-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Arneis,2012,Seghesio 14.5,Red,Chile,"A scratchy aromatic opening that includes scents of olive, spiced berry and vanilla leads to a tight feeling, raw and choppy palate with cherry, plum, minty herb, olive and spice flavors. On the finish, a mild green flavor blends with loamy, raisiny notes.",Gran Reserva de Los Andes,15,86,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2010 Gran Reserva de Los Andes Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2010-gran-reserva-los-andes-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Santa Alicia 13,White,Chile,"Despite showing neutrality on the bouquet, you will find modest salinic, citrusy aromas. The palate feels round and good, with flavors of orange and briny lime. A fleshy feeling, citrusy tasting finish is nice even if it isn't overly zesty. Drink now.",Reserva Estate Bottled,12,86,Maule Valley,,,Chilensis 2012 Reserva Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilensis-2012-reserva-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Chilensis 13.5,Red,France,"This blend of Merlot and Duras, the Gaillac grape, is a bold, red-fruit centered wine. It is round while also shot through with acidity, and the fruit pushed forward by the firm tannins. Balanced and ready to drink.",,17,86,Southwest France,Côtes du Tarn,,Domaine D'en Ségur 2009 Red (Côtes du Tarn),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-den-segur-2009-red-cotes-tarn/,Red Blend,2009,Domaine D'en Ségur 12.5,White,France,"A light, fragrant Chardonnay, this wine feels cool and soft. There are attractive plum and greengage flavors, as well as a gentle touch of acidity. This is pure fruitiness, with no wood aging.",,12,86,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine de l'Herré 2012 Chardonnay (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lherre-2012-chardonnay-cotes-gascogne/,Chardonnay,2012,Domaine de l'Herré 14.5,Red,US,"Doesn't taste quite ripe, as is the case with some 2010 Pinots due to the chilly season. There's a minty, green sharpness to the raspberries and cherries. Nicely silky but not an ager, so drink up.",Diopside,40,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Coghlan 2010 Diopside Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coghlan-2010-diopside-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Coghlan 14.5,Red,Chile,"Initial gaseous, rubbery aromas subside with time in the glass. This remains minty and herbal on the nose, while olive, eucalyptus and red-fruit flavors carry the palate to a firm, solid-feeling, minty and lightly green finish.",Reserve,13,86,Rapel Valley,,,Casa Viva 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-viva-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Casa Viva 14.2,White,US,"Notes of pineapple candy, buttered popcorn, honey and vanilla flavors. Brisk acidity adds an important balance.",Unoaked,17,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Ray 2012 Unoaked Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2012-unoaked-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Martin Ray 14.5,Red,Chile,"No two ways about it: this Syrah smells, tastes and finishes with stewy tomato notes and earthy, fruity flavors. The palate feels full but sort of flat, while the flavor profile consists of earthy, stewy berry flavors that veer toward wan and overripe. Prune and earth notes define the finish.",Marea,30,86,Leyda Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2011 Marea Syrah (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2011-marea-shiraz-syrah-syrah-leyda-valley/,Syrah,2011,Luis Felipe Edwards 14.5,Red,Israel,"This is a balanced and accessible wine, with fruity notes of red plum and currant alongside hints of dried savory herbs and foliage. Medium weight, with fine tannins and a lingering finish that boasts a soft woody accent.",,36,86,Upper Galilee,,,Shvo 2010 Red (Upper Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shvo-2010-red-upper-galilee/,Red Blend,2010,Shvo 9.5,White,Germany,"Hints of rye and caraway lend a spicy, savory tone to this herbaceous semi-sweet Riesling. Juicy and ripe with pleasant stone-fruit flavor, it finishes brisk and crisp.",Platinum Spätlese,8,86,Rheinhessen,,,Peter Mertes 2011 Platinum Spätlese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-mertes-2011-platinum-spatlese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2011,Peter Mertes 13.5,Rose,US,"This 100% Syrah has a watermelon-pink color, and it tastes like watermelon, too, with a squeeze of strawberry daiquiri. It finishes with a hint of sweetness.",Rosé of,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2012 Rosé of Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2012-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2012,Peju 13.5,Red,Chile,"Rubbery berry aromas carry a note of vanilla. This feels firm and choppy but not too rough. Rubber, berry fruits and herbal notes define the flavor profile, while the finish is solid in feel, with a minty taste.",Casillero del Diablo Reserva,11,86,Central Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2011 Casillero del Diablo Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2011-casillero-diablo-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Concha y Toro 15,Red,US,The oak is at the fore here with notes of pine and wood spice along with blue berry. The concentration is good but the tannins seem a bit dry and the alcohol lingers.,Verhey Vineyards,25,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Clearwater Canyon 2010 Verhey Vineyards Malbec (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clearwater-canyon-2010-verhey-malbec-other/,Malbec,2010,Clearwater Canyon 14.8,Red,US,"Ripeness seems to be an issue here; the wine has a rather flat, peppery, herbal presence, with little energy to the light red fruit flavors. It will show best with food. Two bottles tasted, same results.",,27,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gamache 2010 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamache-2010-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Gamache 14.5,White,US,"Although Chardonnay might not traditionally be Justin's strong suit, this is a ripe and creamy wine, with notes of tropical fruit, citrus and oak throughout.",,19,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Justin 2012 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2012-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2012,Justin 14.6,Red,US,"A bit aggressive, with blackberry, cherry, cassis and sweet licorice flavors. It's a big, exuberant, fruity wine to drink now.",Pedregal Vineyard,24,86,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Joyce 2011 Pedregal Vineyard Merlot (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joyce-2011-pedregal-vineyard-merlot-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Merlot,2011,Joyce 12.5,White,Austria,"More fruity than herbaceous, this is a green and citrus fruit flavored wine, crisp and bright. It has a fine, tight streak of acidity that also hints of more tropical flavors. Ready to drink. Screwcap.",,,86,Carnuntum,,,Glatzer 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glatzer-2011-sauvignon-blanc-carnuntum/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Glatzer 13.5,Red,Chile,"Despite showing a note of vinegar on the nose, this benefits from a good offset of red-berry perfume and leathery scents. This feels tight, rubbery and a bit tannic, with plum, raspberry and spice flavors leading to a solid finish. For Chilean Pinot Noir, this is good but not spectacular.",Single Vineyard,18,86,Maule Valley,,,Chilcas 2011 Single Vineyard Pinot Noir (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2011-single-vineyard-pinot-noir-maule-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Chilcas 14,Red,Chile,"Toasty, tarry aromas include dark berry and baked plum notes. This offers ample tartaric acidity to cut the wine's weight, while flavors of berry, tea, mint and herbs lead to a good tasting but hollow feeling finish.",Reserva,11,86,Maule Valley,,,Viña Casas Patronales 2010 Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-patronales-2010-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Viña Casas Patronales 13,Red,Israel,"Made from 80% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Petit Verdot, this is a ripe and lush wine that boasts big, jammy black-fruit aromas and flavors. Touches of licorice and sage add depth to the palate, while a soft toasty accent lingers on the medium-length finish.",Yogev,15,86,Galilee,,,Binyamina 2010 Yogev Red (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/binyamina-2010-yogev-red-galilee/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Binyamina 13.5,Red,France,"This firm wine has black-currant and red-plum fruit, nicely integrated with the dry core. Ready to drink, although capable of aging a year or two.",,15,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Grand Marchand 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-marchand-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Grand Marchand 14.2,White,US,"Made in the popular style, this Chardonnay is heavy in oak, with ripe, jammy orange, pineapple and creamy lees flavors. It's a good wine, if not particularly subtle or complex.",Russian River Selection,36,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Alysian 2010 Russian River Selection Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alysian-2010-russian-river-selection-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Alysian 14.5,Red,US,"This Merlot-dominated blend is sourced exclusively from the Stillwater Creek Vineyard. The entry-level red blend from Baer, it's a broad, spicy, somewhat peppery wine, reflecting the cooler vintage and northern site. The listed alcohol does not show in the palate, which tilts a little toward the green side, and falls away rather quickly.",Star,29,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Baer 2010 Star Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baer-2010-star-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Baer 13.5,White,US,"This 100% Sauvignon Blanc isn't fully ripe yet it's dry and crisp, with a mouthwatering cleanness. There's an edge to the Meyer lemon, lime, green melon and vanilla flavors.",Vogelzang Vineyard,20,86,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Baehner Fournier 2012 Vogelzang Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baehner-fournier-2012-vogelzang-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Baehner Fournier 14,Red,Austria,"This heavily wood-aged wine shows layers of concentrated toast, extracted chocolate and black plum flavors. The wine is big and rich with a bitterness coming from the wood. It needs another 2–3 years to round out fully.",Evolution,,86,Burgenland,,,Arachon 2009 Evolution Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arachon-2009-evolution-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2009,Arachon 14,Red,France,"This rich but tannic wine shows ripe fruitiness as well as dense structure. There is a good balance between juiciness and dryness in this wine, which is already developing well.",,13,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Moncabrier 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moncabrier-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Moncabrier 12.5,Red,France,"This is dark and firm, with sufficient fruit to promise a rich future. The wine has ample weight, a solid, dense core and a juicy outer layer. Good for 3–5 years.",,18,86,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Landat 2011 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-landat-2011-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Landat ,Red,France,"Mint and new wood aromas are followed by a wine that shows plenty of oak. The juiciness comes from the wood tannins as much as the fruit, which is overwhelmed at this young stage. Keep for at least four years.",,26,86,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Haut-Pradier 2011 Côtes de Bourg,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-pradier-2011-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Haut-Pradier 13.2,White,US,"In Spain, Albariño is usually a steely, bone dry, sea-inflected white wine. Here it is made in an off-dry style, with 10 g/L residual sugar. The sweetness masks any apparent varietal specificity, resulting in a pleasant, but generic white wine.",,22,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Castillo de Feliciana 2012 Albariño (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-feliciana-2012-albarino-columbia-valley-wa/,Albariño,2012,Castillo de Feliciana 15,Red,Chile,"Despite cold conditions in 2011, this Pinot is dark in color and full on the nose, where heavy, raisiny black-fruit aromas hold court. Flavors of toasty oak, plum, berry and raisin finish peppery, oaky and with vanilla and prune notes. Drink now.",Pequeñas Producciones Estate Bottled,41,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Casas del Bosque 2011 Pequeñas Producciones Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casas-bosque-2011-pequenas-producciones-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Casas del Bosque 13.5,Red,US,"This has a musky, earthy aroma, that introduces a rather rustic wine that might fit comfortably in one of those old-style straw flasks known in Italy as fiascos. Leafy with sweet tomato and pastry fruit flavors, it's perfect for pasta or pizza.",,25,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Wind Rose 2010 Barbera (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wind-rose-2010-barbera-columbia-valley-wa/,Barbera,2010,Wind Rose 13.5,Red,Chile,"Minty aromas rest on top of scratchy raspberry scents. This feels a touch raw and choppy, with grating tannins pumping up herbal berry flavors that come with a carob-influenced aftertaste. A short, lightly herbal finish feels good and solid.",Natura,11,86,Central Valley,,,Emiliana 2011 Natura Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2011-natura-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Emiliana 13.6,Red,US,Raspberry jam and oak are the flavors of this drink-me-now wine. Brisk acidity gives it a mouthwatering cleanness. The single-clone angle has resulted in a certain one-dimensionality.,Pommard Clone,55,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2011 Pommard Clone Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2011-pommard-clone-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Fess Parker 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a straightforward and pleasant Barbera exhibiting ripe dark-fruit flavors, spice and fresh acidity. Cries out for food, and will pair beautifully with soups, pastas and white meats. Grape Expectations and Massanois Imports.",Lavignone,17,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Pico Maccario 2012 Lavignone (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pico-maccario-2012-lavignone-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2012,Pico Maccario 14,Red,Italy,"This full-bodied Barbera has ripe black-cherry aromas nuanced with toast and coffee notes. The palate is structured, with dark fruit flavors, pepper, toasted oak and espresso notes, but the drying wood tannins result in an abrupt finish. Grape Expectations and Massanois Imports.",Epico,45,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Pico Maccario 2010 Epico (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pico-maccario-2010-epico-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2010,Pico Maccario 11.5,White,France,"This is the classic Gascon blend, also found as the base wine for Armagnac. It produces a light, bright, fruity, very crisp wine that has citrus, a touch of peach and green plum flavors. Drink this year.",,11,86,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine Uby 2012 Colombard-Ugni Blanc (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-uby-2012-white-blend-colombard-ugni-blanc-cotes-gascogne/,Colombard-Ugni Blanc,2012,Domaine Uby 14.6,Red,US,"The winery doesn't tell us what the blend is, but it tastes vaguely Rhônish. It's dry, velvety and forward in cherry pie, mocha and spice flavors, wrapped into firm tannins. It's a little hot in alcohol. Drink up.",Lampyridae Vineyards,50,86,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Communication Block 2010 Lampyridae Vineyards Red (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/communication-block-2010-lampyridae-red-napa-mount-veeder/,Red Blend,2010,Communication Block 13.5,White,Australia,"Although this includes only 3% Viognier, it's apparent from the musky hints of gingery spice on the nose. Ginger, nasturtium and melon flavors round out an expansive mouthfeel. It's odd—especially in a lineup of more traditional Sem-Sauvs—but not unpleasant. Drink now.",,16,86,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Skuttlebutt 2012 Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skuttlebutt-2012-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-margaret-river/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2012,Skuttlebutt 13.5,Red,US,"100% Cabernet Sauvignon all coming from Alder Ridge Vineyard, it has notes of cherry and dried herbs. The tannins are dry with a cranberry filled finish.",,20,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Six Prong 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-prong-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Six Prong 12.5,White,US,"Pinot Grigios like this helped make the variety one of America's most popular wines. While it's basically dry and crisp in acidity, it offers jammy green apple, lemon and lime Lifesaver candy and vanilla notes that appeal to consumers.",Private Selection,11,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 2012 Private Selection Pinot Grigio (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2012-private-selection-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Robert Mondavi 16.6,Red,US,The California style of sweetly ripe fruit and softness is the star of this Syrah. It's fantastically rich in milk chocolate and black cherry jam flavors. The alcohol is a heady 16.6% by volume.,Alta Colina Vineyard,75,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Summerwood 2009 Alta Colina Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summerwood-2009-alta-colina-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2009,Summerwood 14.8,Red,US,"Good as this wine is, it's very rustic nature. The tannins are hard and brittle, the acidity is high, and the wine veers between leaner tobacco notes and superripe currants. But its heart is pure cherry. Will age forever, without gaining complexity, so enjoy it now with your favorite pasta and tomato sauce, and plenty of grated cheese.",,38,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Seghesio 2011 Barbera (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-2011-barbera-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Barbera,2011,Seghesio 8.5,White,US,"This straddles the border between an off-dry table wine and a dessert wine. It's crisp in acidity, with candied orange, golden apricot and honey flavors. You could certainly drink it with cookies and fruits, but it's just dry enough to stand up to squash baked with brown sugar, and a piece of grilled chicken.",Allegro,12,86,California,California Other,California,Martin & Weyrich 2011 Allegro Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-2011-allegro-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2011,Martin & Weyrich 11.5,Sparkling,Austria,"This is a soft, creamy, strawberry- and caramel-flavored wine with lively acidity and a very crisp, citrusy aftertaste. It's an ideal apéritif-style wine, perfect for the summer.",Hugo Rosé Sparkling,15,86,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Markus Huber NV Hugo Rosé Sparkling Sparkling (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-nv-hugo-rose-sparkling-osterreichischer-sekt/,Sparkling Blend,,Markus Huber 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes a touch overripe, with chocolate-covered raisin flavors along with the blackberries and cherries. While it's technically dry, the high alcohol contributes notes of glycerine. Hard to see it going anywhere, so drink up.",Estate,32,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,La Storia by Trentadue 2010 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storia-by-trentadue-2010-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,La Storia by Trentadue 12.5,Rose,Austria,"This is a deliciously refreshing rosé that shows ripe red fruits while also keeping intense, steely acidity. Very fresh and very crisp, it's a delicate dance of flavors on the palate. Screwcap.",Cistercien,,86,Niederösterreich,,,Schloss Gobelsburg 2012 Cistercien Rosé (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-gobelsburg-2012-cistercien-rose-niederosterreich/,Rosé,2012,Schloss Gobelsburg 14.5,Red,US,"Though this is pure Cabernet from an excellent Walla Walla vineyard, the flavors seem rather harsh and quite astringent. The dark fruit is cloaked in bitter, chalky tannins that require some rich food to cut through.",Les Collines Vineyard,32,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),SuLei 2010 Les Collines Vineyard Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sulei-2010-collines-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,SuLei 13,Red,Austria,"This juicy wine is smoky with wood aging. Black cherry flavors live up to the name, giving a freshness to this flavorful wine. It's not a complex wine, but has a ripe, forward, open feel—just pleasure. Screwcap.",Austrian Cherry,,86,Niederösterreich,,,R&A Pfaffl 2011 Austrian Cherry Zweigelt (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2011-austrian-cherry-other-red-zweigelt-niederosterreich/,Zweigelt,2011,R&A Pfaffl 11.5,White,Austria,"This is a refreshing Grüner, its apple acidity and spice combining to give a wine that is both refreshing and also tight in texture, with something to bite on. Drink soon. Screwcap.",Biokult,13,86,Niederösterreich,,,Michlits 2012 Biokult Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michlits-2012-biokult-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Michlits 15.2,Red,US,"A rustic blend of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Mataro, Carignane, Alicante Bouschet and Black Malvoisie, all old vine, this red is aromatic in blackberry fruit, spicy pepper and a layering of herbs. Balanced with a long finish, it's dense and ready to drink, with equally lush foods.",Old Vines Field Blend,18,86,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Three 2010 Old Vines Field Blend Red (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-2010-old-vines-field-blend-red-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Red Blend,2010,Three 14,Red,Chile,"Scratchy berry aromas come with a hint of sweet-smelling plastic, but overall this bargain-priced Cab is good and welcoming. The palate has a pure, medium-bodied feel, while flavors of baked berry, cassis and chocolate finish with a mocha taste and mild heat.",Guardián Reserva,10,86,Maipo Valley,,,Mancura 2011 Guardián Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mancura-2011-guardian-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Mancura 13.5,Red,US,"Nice and dry, with some smooth tannins framing berry, cherry and oak flavors. Serve it at big parties, at the beach, wherever. Nobody will complain.",Private Selection,11,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 2011 Private Selection Meritage (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2011-private-selection-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast/,Meritage,2011,Robert Mondavi 13.8,White,US,"There's a honeyed note to this wine, yet it's crisp in acidity, giving it a mouthwatering savoriness for drinking now. The flavors veer toward Asian pears, peaches and tart gooseberries.",Le Pich,24,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Purlieu 2012 Le Pich Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/purlieu-2012-le-pich-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Purlieu 13,White,Australia,"This starts off with promisingly vibrant aromas of passion fruit and pink grapefruit, but seems a bit weighty and thickly textured in the mouth. The fruit remains the bold centerpiece, while the finish shows some alcoholic warmth.",Hazard Hill,13,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 2011 Hazard Hill Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2011-hazard-hill-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-western/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2011,Plantagenet 12.5,White,France,"A cool, very Sauvignon wine, with strong herbaceous and citrus flavors. It's crisp, showing a bright, tight, slightly mineral texture.",,15,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Pezat 2012 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezat-2012-sauvignon-blanc-blanc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Pezat 11.5,White,US,"Made from Muscat Canelli, it's perfumed with notes of orange rind, white flowers, and pear syrup. It's medium-plus sweet (54 g/L residual sugar), tapering toward the finish.",Market,10,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Original House Wine 2012 Market Moscato (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/original-house-wine-2012-market-muscat-moscato-columbia-valley-wa/,Moscato,2012,Original House Wine 13.6,Red,US,"Hailing from the cool 2011 vintage, this Cabernet—which includes healthy doses of Malbec and Syrah—is light in style with notes of herbs and currant. With the oak (21% new American) dialed back, it's fresh and direct.",,14,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Waterbrook 14.5,Red,Chile,"On the nose, this Cab delivers a mix of vinegar, rubber and jumpy berry aromas. The palate is smooth but bland and soft, while flavors of licorice, prune and herbal notes finish easy.",First Edition,18,86,Cachapoal Valley,,,Valle Secreto 2010 First Edition Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-secreto-2010-first-edition-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Valle Secreto 14.1,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-style blend remains a fair value, showing some sweet barrel spices along with opening fruit flavors of red and black berry. It thins out in the middle and finishes with a simple, fruity flourish.",,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),O•S Winery 2009 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-s-winery-2009-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,O•S Winery 13.7,Red,US,"Lots of early-drinking charm in this Pinot Noir. It's light and silky, with a modest alcohol level that makes it easy to drink. The raspberry, cherry, cola and oak flavors are delicious.",Clone 113,32,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2011 Clone 113 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2011-clone-113-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Laetitia 14.5,White,US,"This Chard's oak accents pineapple and lemon fruit flavors. It's dry yet honeyed, that paradox of Chardonnay, with a good burst of citrusy acids for brightness.",Unbridled,24,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Wild Horse 2011 Unbridled Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-2011-unbridled-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Wild Horse 13.5,White,Chile,"Maray Chardonnay is crisp and mineral-driven on the nose, but not overly fruity. This is lean-bodied, with cidery, tangy acidity and dominating flavors of limestone-influenced citrus and stone fruits. It's a modest Chardonnay with finesse but not a whole lot of flavor.",Limited Edition,20,86,Limarí Valley,,,Maray 2012 Limited Edition Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maray-2012-limited-edition-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Maray ,Red,France,"Mint and eucalyptus flavors show strongly in this wood-aged, polished, smoky wine. The fruit suggests black plums, damsons and berries. Give the wine 3–4 years.",Michel Lynch Bio,,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Jean-Michel Cazes 2011 Michel Lynch Bio (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-michel-cazes-2011-lynch-bio-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Jean-Michel Cazes 14.5,Red,Chile,"Brandied berry, root beer, char and toast aromas define the bouquet. This is wiry and a touch acidic on the tongue, but only initially. That same acid-first quality is found on the flavor profile, where things go from shrill to soft in no time. A simple, slightly tangy finish is the conclusion.",Reserva,12,86,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2010 Reserva Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2010-reserva-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2010,Echeverria 13.5,Red,Chile,"Despite showing dusty plum and cherry aromas, this comes across lean on the bouquet, a defining characteristic that's confirmed on the palate via zesty, crisp acids and raw, tangy, herbal red-fruit flavors. A dry finish turns hot, an appropriate ending to this tightly wound Pinot Noir.",Max Reserva,20,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2011 Max Reserva Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2011-max-reserva-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Errazuriz 13.9,Red,US,"An easy, stylish Cab Franc, with lots to like. It's dry and softly smooth, with cherry pie flavors and an elegant mouthfeel.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Courtney Benham 2011 Cabernet Franc (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2011-cabernet-franc-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Courtney Benham 14.9,Red,US,"A blend of Malbec, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc aged in two year old and neutral barrels, it has notes of peat, cola and cherry. It's medium bodied with tart, slightly bitter acids and a scraping feel to the tannins.",Momentum,18,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Cor Cellars 2010 Momentum Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cor-cellars-2010-momentum-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2010,Cor Cellars 14.3,Red,US,"As with many of its red wines, Cor eschews the use of new oak here. It's moderately aromatic with notes of soil, tar, and green herbs. The palate is tart and citrusy with a chalky feel.",McKinley Springs Vineyard,24,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Cor Cellars 2010 McKinley Springs Vineyard Petit Verdot (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cor-cellars-2010-mckinley-springs-vineyard-petit-verdot-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Petit Verdot,2010,Cor Cellars 14.4,Red,US,"A lightly aromatic, single vineyard offering with notes of cherry and dried herbs. It's quite tart with minimal new oak influence (25% new French).",McKinley Springs Vineyard,30,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Cor Cellars 2010 McKinley Springs Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cor-cellars-2010-mckinley-springs-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Cor Cellars ,Red,France,"Firm and closed, young and tannic, this is a wine that definitely needs time. For the moment, the fruit is still waiting underneath the dry exterior. Give it 3–4 years.",,12,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Buisson-Redon 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-buisson-redon-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Buisson-Redon 13.5,Red,France,"A ripe, full-in-the-mouth wine, densely packed with open, rich fruits. Dominated by juicy Merlot, it's a wine for medium-term aging.",,19,86,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château Garraud 2011 Lalande de Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-garraud-2011-red-lalande-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Garraud 13.5,Red,France,"Soft and juicy, here is a wine with a generous and fruity nature. It has attractive acidity, soft fruitiness and some spice. Fruity, it should be ready to drink in 2–3 years.",,19,86,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Dubourg 2011 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dubourg-2011-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Dubourg 14,Red,France,"Dry, structured and tannic, the wine has some of the juicy fruit of the year and as much of the vintage's leaner, more austere character. It has edges of wood aging and firm tannins, but the fruit needs another year or two to show through.",,,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Parenchère 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-parenchere-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de Parenchère 13,Red,Israel,"Yogev, meaning “tiller of the soil,” is a friendly and easy-pleasing wine, with direct notes of cherry skins, fresh cassis and black currant leaf. Medium weight, with moderate acidity, fine tannins and a clean, fruit-driven finish. Drink now.",Yogev,15,86,Galilee,,,Binyamina 2010 Yogev Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/binyamina-2010-yogev-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Binyamina 12.5,White,Austria,"Earthy aromas lead to a crisp while full-bodied wine. There's a whiff of sulphur floating around that takes a while to blow off. Beyond that, the fruit is spicy, crisp and green. Screwcap.",Vienna Hills,22,87,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2012 Vienna Hills Grüner Veltliner (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2012-vienna-hills-gruner-veltliner-vienna/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Wieninger 15.4,Red,US,"From old Contra Costa County vines, the Three wines are made by Matthew Cline of Cline Cellars, whose family has long plowed these dry-farmed fields (and where he was the winemaker for almost two decades). This wine is chock a block in dense black cherry, coffee and cinnamon spice. Though its tannins are reserved, its overall presence is not. This peppery wine is big.",Old Vines,20,87,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Three 2010 Old Vines Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-2010-old-vines-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Three 14.5,Red,US,"This bottling is a blend of various varieties from the winery's estate Ballard Canyon vineyard. The profits go the the winery's vineyard crew. The '11 Caudrilla is a rich, spicy wine, with lots of sweet, ripe berry-cherry fruits. It's fine for drinking now.",La Cuadrilla,22,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2011 La Cuadrilla Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2011-cuadrilla-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Red Blend,2011,Stolpman 14.6,Red,US,"The Cross-Check is a blend of Merlot and Zinfandel, spicy and sharp-edged. The tart flavors of plum and peach—yes, peach—have ample length and the two grapes work well together in this unusual blend.",Cross-Check,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sineann 2011 Cross-Check Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2011-cross-check-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2011,Sineann 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Vinum has shaken up 100% Clarksburg-area Chenin Blanc in this fun bottling, which is both bubbly and Cava-like in its smoothness and light aromatics. Balanced with a dry finish, though it contains 12 g/L of residual sugar, the tropical honey notes of this wine are very enjoyable, its acidity ready for goat cheese or seafood.",Bubbles,20,87,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Vinum Cellars NV Bubbles Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-cellars-nv-bubbles-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,,Vinum Cellars 13.5,Red,Israel,"This is a jammy and plush selection that shows great intensity of flavor and weight. Dark notes of black plum, blackberry and boysenberry flood the nose and mouth, with secondary tones of toast and chocolate. Thick and mouthcoating on the palate, this ends with a woody, chocolate-kissed finish.",Reserve Petite Syrah-Zinfandel,,87,Galilee,,,Recanati 2010 Reserve Petite Syrah-Zinfandel Red (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2010-reserve-petite-syrah-zinfandel-red-galilee/,Red Blend,2010,Recanati 13.7,Red,US,"A well priced daily drinker with notes of coffee, olive, and cherry. It has a textured feel with enough acid and tannic structure to sew it all up into a nice package.",Glaze,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ross Andrew 2010 Glaze Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ross-andrew-2010-glaze-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Ross Andrew 13.65,White,US,"Aged in 68% new French oak, the barrel notes take center stage here with aromas of toast and spice. The palate is creamy and full with a viscous feel, tapering in concentration toward the finish.",Reserve,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2011 Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2011-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Waterbrook 12.5,White,Italy,"This blend of Chardonnay and Sauvignon delivers pretty floral and white-fruit aromas, while the long and linear palate shows restrained fruit flavors punctuated by pear and a hint of mineral.",Estrosa,17,87,Piedmont,Monferrato Bianco,,Pico Maccario 2012 Estrosa (Monferrato Bianco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pico-maccario-2012-estrosa-white-monferrato-bianco/,White Blend,2012,Pico Maccario 10,White,Germany,"Zesty lemon and yellow-peach notes are touched with lanolin on this dry, yet deeply fruity Riesling. Stone fruit flavors are intensely ripe, almost pulpy, on the palate, but accented with sharp lime acidity.",Bernkastel Kueser Gold Edition Kabinett Trocken,17,87,Mosel,,,Peter Mertes 2010 Bernkastel Kueser Gold Edition Kabinett Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-mertes-2010-bernkastel-kueser-gold-edition-kabinett-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Peter Mertes 12.7,White,Israel,"Attractive aromas of red apple, yellow peach and lemon custard abound on the nose of this Chardonnay. The flavors seem riper on the palate than the nose suggests, with notes of mealy melon and baked apple that remain through the medium-length finish. Drink now.",Unwooded,28,87,Galilee,,,Pelter 2011 Unwooded Chardonnay (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pelter-2011-unwooded-chardonnay-galilee/,Chardonnay,2011,Pelter 15.2,Red,US,"Textbook Sonoma Petite Sirah, midnight black in color, high in alcohol and enormously thick in blackberry, cassis and chocolate, with a bacony, funky note of cured meat. It's delicious now with richly-flavored meats and cheeses.",Petasera Estate Grown,35,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2010 Petasera Estate Grown Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2010-petasera-estate-grown-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2010,Mounts 14.9,Red,US,"A strong, extracted Pinot, lacking delicacy and finesse. It's enormous in jammy raspberries, cherries and liqueur, with plenty of sweet, toasty oak. High alcohol gives it a full body and a taste of glyceriney sweetness. Many will like its power and flash. Drink it over the next few years.",Pisoni Vineyard,85,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Patz & Hall 2010 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2010-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2010,Patz & Hall 14.5,Red,Italy,"Lots of underbrush aromas and hints of meat juices mark the aromas. The palate is rather closed, but reveals dark cherry and oak sensations of toasted coffee beans and chocolate. This has big, ripe tannins but not much complexity.",,50,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Negretti 2008 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/negretti-2008-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2008,Negretti 14.9,Red,Australia,"Mint marks the nose of this otherwise darkly attractive wine. Notes of mocha and plum nicely set up the wine, as do the supple tannins, but then there's a jarring edge of prickly acidity that cuts across the palate and disrupts the flow. There are some nice parts here that don't quite come together.",Reiver,53,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Mitolo 2009 Reiver Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitolo-2009-reiver-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2009,Mitolo 14.5,White,US,"With no oak, this wine depends on richness of fruit to deliver. It offers orange, lemon and papaya flavors that are complex and spicy. There's a lot of acidity that really gets your mouth watering.",Estate Unoaked,23,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mill Creek 2012 Estate Unoaked Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mill-creek-2012-estate-unoaked-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Mill Creek 14.3,Red,US,"Rich and flashy in blackberries, dark chocolate and cassis liqueur, this Cab feels fancy all the way through to the dry, spicy finish. The tannins kick in midway, giving it a scour of astringency that suggests the cellar. Yet it's really too soft and one-dimensional for anything beyond 3–4 years before the fruit dies.",The Icon,50,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mike Ditka 2010 The Icon Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mike-ditka-2010-icon-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Mike Ditka 14.1,Red,US,"This is a fine, all-purpose red blend, mostly Cabernet, with time in one-third new French and American oak. Heavily charred, smoky and earthy, it's got a fair amount of dark cassis fruit to carry all the barrel toast and finishes with some notes of bark and stem.",Cow Catcher,24,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Dumas Station 2010 Cow Catcher Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dumas-station-2010-cow-catcher-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Dumas Station 13.5,Red,US,"Lots of sweet, easy blackberry and cherry fruit in this stylish Cabernet. It has smooth, rich tannins and the herbaceousness you often find in Alexander Valley Cab. Drink now.",Reserve,45,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Francis Coppola 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-coppola-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Francis Coppola 12.5,White,Austria,"Fruity wine, light, elegant with a touch of minerality, it shows a fine balance of green fruits and its spice. The wine is all about freshness, crispness, a touch of minerality to give texture. At the end, the fragrant acidity shines. Screwcap.",Terrassen Federspiel,14,87,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2012 Terrassen Federspiel Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2012-terrassen-federspiel-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Domäne Wachau 13,Red,France,"Ripe fruit, sweet tannins and soft texture mark this wine. It's full, ripe and lightly structured. An attractive wine for its black fruit and forward character. Drink in 2–4 years.",,20,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Georges-Saint-Émilion,,Château Macquin 2011 Saint-Georges-Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-macquin-2011-red-saint-georges-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Macquin 13.5,Red,France,"Fine, rich black-fruit flavors give this wine a sense of ripeness, openness and generosity. The wood and fruit balance is already fine, showing that it will be ready to drink this year.",,18,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Grand Billard 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-billard-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Grand Billard 15,Red,Chile,"A green, minty wave of challenging aromas comes with black olive, coconutty oak and graphite. The palate is bullish, scratchy in feel and tannic, with feral, herbal flavors of blackberry, juniper and wild herbs. Herbal and wild are the best words to describe this Syrah.",Gran Reserva,19,87,Maipo Valley,,,Casa Rivas 2010 Gran Reserva Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-rivas-2010-gran-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2010,Casa Rivas 14.5,Red,Italy,"This unusual expression of Pinot Nero shows aromas of strawberry, dill, coffee and lightly toasted oak. The palate is linear, delivering restrained red berry, spice, vanilla and well integrated oak. The palate is smooth if somewhat evolved, showing the forward nature of the vintage.",I Cortini,20,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Castello di Neive 2011 I Cortini Pinot Nero (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-neive-2011-i-cortini-pinot-noir-nero-langhe/,Pinot Nero,2011,Castello di Neive 13.5,White,Germany,"Ripe with fruit and spicy with mysterious hints of nutmeg and vanilla, this dry, but honey-toned Silvaner is intense and sultry on the palate. It's viscous and rich in texture, with plush, almost overripe fruit tones, and a soft acidity that lingers on the finish.",Apriles,,87,Franken,,,Castell 2009 Apriles Silvaner (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-2009-apriles-other-white-silvaner-franken/,Silvaner,2009,Castell 15,Red,US,"Made in a richer, riper style, this Zin brims with flavors of raspberries, cherries, red currants and brown sugar, like a Christmas fruitcake. The alcohol is quite high. Drink soon.",Hillside Estate,36,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Collier Falls 2010 Hillside Estate Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collier-falls-2010-hillside-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Collier Falls 15.2,Red,US,"This is an enormously rich Cabernet. It explodes in milk chocolate, black cherry, spicy plum and sweet, toasty oak flavors, wrapped into smooth tannins. Delicious, if a bit one-dimensional. Drink now.",Coghlan Estate Vineyard Block 2 Diamond,65,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Coghlan 2010 Coghlan Estate Vineyard Block 2 Diamond Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coghlan-2010-estate-vineyard-block-2-diamond-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Coghlan 13.9,White,US,"Not the richest Chardonnay ever, but it has complex notes of citrus, apple, nectarine and tropical fruits, with kisses of vanilla and cream. Acidity gives it elegant brightness.",,19,87,California,Napa,Oakville,Chime 2012 Chardonnay (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chime-2012-chardonnay-napa-oakville/,Chardonnay,2012,Chime 14.5,Red,Chile,"This blend of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot opens with fiery, oaky aromas that include cherry, cassis and vanilla. The palate has a severe tartaric shear to it along with clampy tannins. High-toned flavors of raspberry and plum are propped up by blazing acidity, while the finish is herbal and peppery in taste, with a scouring feel.",Tribute Edicion Limitada Cabernet Franc-Petit Verdot,30,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2010 Tribute Edicion Limitada Cabernet Franc-Petit Verdot Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2010-tribute-edicion-limitada-cabernet-franc-petit-verdot-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Caliterra 15.2,Red,US,"With a bit of Merlot, Petit Verdot and Malbec, this Cab is marked by hard tannins and blackberry and cherry jam, black currant and oak flavors. The finish is gripping, however, it's pretty tart, and you have to wonder if that sharpness will ever age out. Decant and drink up.",Napa Cuvée,60,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cade 2009 Napa Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cade-2009-napa-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Cade 13.5,Red,Chile,"Tea, tomato, raspberry and spice aromas are typical for Leyda Pinot. The body is a bit light and hollow, but that also means it's not heavy. Raspberry and spiced tea flavors control the palate, while plum, spice and light herb flavors work the almost dilute finish.",Ona Special Reserve,18,87,Leyda Valley,,,Anakena 2011 Ona Special Reserve Pinot Noir (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anakena-2011-ona-special-reserve-pinot-noir-leyda-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Anakena 13.2,Rose,US,"Here's a blush wine to wash down everything from cold cuts and fried chicken to a platter of fruits de mer. It's dark for a rosé, dry and full-bodied, with strawberry, persimmon, herb and spice flavors. The blend is the obscure grape Aleatico with Syrah.",Bistro Table,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,J. Rickards 2012 Bistro Table Rosé (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rickards-2012-bistro-table-rose-sonoma-county/,Rosé,2012,J. Rickards 14.1,Red,US,"A little too soft for aging, but ultra-refined, with complex cherry, red currant, balsam, cola and mushroom flavors. It's very dry and ready to drink now, despite some hard tannins.",,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Carr 2010 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-carr-2010-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Joseph Carr 13.9,White,US,"Made from organic grapes, Horse & Plow delivers another great vintage of Sauvignon Blanc, subtle in aromatics at first, but very creamy in feel with lemon and vanilla highlights and a zingy finish. Fermented in mostly stainless steel, is exudes grapes grown in a cool climate.",,20,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Horse & Plow 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horse-plow-2012-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Horse & Plow 16.5,Red,US,"It's not easy to get 16.5% alcohol from a vintage as cool as 2010 in Washington. The wine has a grain and grass bouquet, wild and brambly fruit, and plenty of Asian spices. Interesting, though not especially typical for the grape variety",,40,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Hawks View 2010 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawks-view-2010-merlot-other/,Merlot,2010,Hawks View 13.8,Red,US,"This hillside block bottling off the winery's large estate is a rich wine, dynamic in acids and tannins, with the fruity concentration young Laetitia Pinots show. It's quite oaky, and the alcohol is nice and low. The drawback is a touch of bitterness with raisiny overripeness, which will limit ageability. Drink up.",La Colline,60,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2010 La Colline Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2010-colline-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Laetitia 14,Red,Italy,"This is a pretty, well-made Barbera with an invitingly floral and fruity bouquet. The palate shows ripe black-fruit flavors accompanied by touches of spice, coffee and chocolate. This would be perfect with grilled meats.",Tre Roveri,25,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Pico Maccario 2011 Tre Roveri (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pico-maccario-2011-tre-rovere-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2011,Pico Maccario 13.9,Red,US,"A good effort in a challenging vintage, this opens with pretty fruit flavors of berry and cherry, forward and fresh. Tannins are relatively soft; still the wine seems much less complex than the previous vintage.",,19,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Wind Rose 2011 Dolcetto (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wind-rose-2011-italian-red-dolcetto-columbia-valley-wa/,Dolcetto,2011,Wind Rose 14.3,Red,US,"100% Merlot, the oak (73% American, 26% new) seems a bit overbearing with notes of sweet spices and pine overlaying red fruit. It's medium bodied with tart, citrusy flavors and firm tannins.",Reserve,23,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2010 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2010-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Waterbrook 13.7,Red,US,"Though not labeled as such, this is single vineyard Malbec all coming from Canyon Ranch Vineyard with varietal notes of plum and black pepper. Aged in one-quarter new American and French oak, barrel spices play off the elegant fruit flavors that largely paint around the edges.",Reserve,23,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2010 Reserve Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2010-reserve-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2010,Waterbrook 14,Red,France,"Dark tannins are balanced by pleasant black currant flavors. The wine has ample weight, while preserving freshness and bright acidity. Give it 2–3 years, when this structured and fruity wine will be ready.",,12,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Lescalle 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lescalle-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Lescalle 13,Red,France,"Ripe and spicy, this is a rich, full-bodied wine packed with sweet blackberry fruit as well as bitter licorice. It shows very good potential for the next 4–5 years.",Grande Réserve,20,87,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château la Croix Saint-Pierre 2011 Grande Réserve (Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croix-saint-pierre-2011-grande-reserve-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château la Croix Saint-Pierre 13.5,Red,France,"A firm wine with enough fruitiness to suggest potential. It has pleasurable red-berry fruit, ample acidity and tannin, with the promise of medium-term aging",,15,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Jalousie Beaulieu 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jalousie-beaulieu-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Jalousie Beaulieu 13.5,Red,France,"A soft, rich wine, spiced with light wood. Fine blackberry fruit, soft tannins and attractive acidity are all well in balance. The wine has a fresh, juicy finish.",,14,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château de Fontenille 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fontenille-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de Fontenille 14.5,Red,Chile,"Ripe berry, graphite and cola aromas blend with oak and herbal scents. A staunch, drawing palate hollows out in feel while showing flavors of coconut, wood resin, herbal berry and plum. Olive flavors control the finish, which is short on filling and bulk.",Tributo Single Vineyard Block # Boldo,16,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2010 Tributo Single Vineyard Block # Boldo Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2010-tributo-single-vineyard-block-boldo-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Caliterra 13.2,White,US,"This brisk, fruity wine is for drinking now. It has tart acidity and forward flavors of oranges, Meyer lemons and pineapples. Easy to like for its clean, vibrant complexity and honeyed finish that make it a good companion for Asian fare.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Ray 2012 Pinot Gris (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Martin Ray 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Barbera offers ripe dark fruit, spice and earthy sensations, as well as hints of black pepper and anisette. Refreshing acidity makes this very food friendly—it would work well with pasta topped with porcini mushrooms.",Vigna Ciabot Russ,28,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Mario Gagliasso 2009 Vigna Ciabot Russ (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-gagliasso-2009-vigna-ciabot-russ-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2009,Mario Gagliasso 13.5,Red,France,"Dense planting for this vineyard has resulted in a wine that has greater concentration than in the past. The wine has firm tannins, while showing already delicious black-currant fruit. For drinking over the next 2–4 years.",,17,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Pezat 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezat-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Pezat 14,Red,Italy,"This Barbera has a subtle fragrance of plum and spice. The palate offers restrained black cherry flavors, along with hints of white pepper and nutmeg. Simple, but well made, this would pair perfectly with pasta Bolognese or mushroom dishes.",,16,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Mauro Molino 2012 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-molino-2012-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2012,Mauro Molino 14.5,Red,Chile,"Heavy aromas of leather, plum and rhubarb lead to a forceful, grating, driving palate with herbal, woody, salty flavors of plum, raspberry and cherry. There's some heat and heft to the finish, but as it runs out you get honest Pinot complexity.",EQ,40,87,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2011 EQ Pinot Noir (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2011-eq-pinot-noir-san-antonio/,Pinot Noir,2011,Matetic 15,Red,Italy,"This single-vineyard Barolo is a nice effort from the scorching 2007 vintage. While the nose is not very expressive, it does show some floral aromas, as well as espresso notes from new wood. The palate delivers ripe raspberry along with chocolate and spice, but is short on freshness and complexity. Drink now.",Bricco Ambrogio,65,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Negretti 2007 Bricco Ambrogio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/negretti-2007-bricco-ambrogio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Negretti 14.8,Red,US,"From the Eidolon (formerly LeFore) vineyard, this lightly earthy Cabernet shows wild raspberry fruit with a streak of cassis. It's pleasantly herbal, and finishes with green tea-flavored tannins.",Estate,34,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Balboa 2010 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balboa-2010-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Balboa 13.6,Red,US,"Soft, gently tannic and sweet in blackberries and cherries, this nearly seven-year old Cab is showing its best now. It's achieved a mellow mouthfeel despite the hard tannins that are slowly softening. Drink up.",,30,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Arbios 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbios-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Arbios 14.7,Red,US,"The French oak (35% new) brings notes of cocoa and vanilla that meld with the grape's currant and herbs. It's on the lighter side of medium bodied, fresh with a tart bite on the finish providing distraction.",,30,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Apex 2010 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-2010-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Apex 12.7,Red,US,"At 12.7% alcohol, this is—not surprisingly—a light, tart wine. The pomegranate fruit is surrounded with caramel and toast flavors from aging in French oak. The finishing tannins have a green-tea edge.",Estate,22,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,AntoLin Cellars 2010 Estate Carmenère (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antolin-cellars-2010-estate-carmenere-columbia-valley-yakima/,Carmenère,2010,AntoLin Cellars 13.5,White,Chile,"Tight, grassy, green aromas of pole beans and alfalfa get this racy Sauvignon Blanc going. It's certainly fresh and lively on the palate, where green, briny flavors of passion fruit and citrus finish minerally and lasting.",Enco Reserva,,87,Leyda Valley,,,Anakena 2012 Enco Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anakena-2012-enco-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Anakena 13.5,White,US,"This fruity, juicy Sauvignon Blanc is easy to drink now with a wide variety of foods. Tart acidity brings brightness to the citrus and tropical fruit, green apple, honey and vanilla flavors.",Director's Cut,21,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Francis Ford Coppola 2012 Director's Cut Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2012-directors-cut-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Francis Ford Coppola 12,White,Austria,"Light and fruity, a bright and breezy wine, very fresh and refreshing. Shafts of green fruit shine through along with crisp acidity. The wine has spice and just a hint of a prickle on the tongue. Screwcap.",Mollandser Berg,18,87,Kamptal,,,Hager Matthias 2012 Mollandser Berg Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hager-matthias-2012-mollandser-berg-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Hager Matthias 13.2,Rose,US,"Like the 2011, the winery's new vintage is darker, richer and heavier than most other rosés out there. It's not a delicate wine, but it is a very delicious one, offering waves of cherry pie, chocolate and vanilla flavors.",Deep Rosé,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Isabel Mondavi 2012 Deep Rosé Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isabel-mondavi-2012-deep-rose-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Isabel Mondavi 13.5,White,US,"With fresh, ripe lime, mango, white pepper and vanilla flavors that are brightened with crisp acidity, this is a nice white wine to drink now. Perfect for sipping at the end of a long day.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kenwood 2012 Pinot Gris (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Kenwood 12,White,Austria,"This is an attractive and fragrant wine, bursting with fresh pear and apple flavors. It's laced with the hallmark Grüner touch of pepper and finished with refreshing acidity. For drinking this year. Screwcap.",Green Eyes,11,87,Niederösterreich,,,Hermann Moser 2012 Green Eyes Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-moser-2012-green-eyes-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Hermann Moser 14.8,Red,US,"Two thirds of this is sourced from the Walla Walla valley. It's a well-made, fruit-forward style, with berry, plum, vanilla and licorice flavors set in a rather lean frame. As it breathes, more of the herbal notes emerge; adding detail and dimension.",,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Lujon 2010 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lujon-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2010,Lujon 13.4,Red,US,"There's a lot of promise in this blend of Grenache (85.5%), Syrah (10%), Mourvèdre (4%) and Roussanne (0.5%). Coming from a cool vintage, it's aromatic with notes of raspberry, white pepper, and flowers. The palate is light, tart and fresh.",,24,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Lookout Point 2011 Grenache (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lookout-point-2011-grenache-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Grenache,2011,Lookout Point 14.9,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-style blend contains a drop of Syrah, which gives it a smoky meatiness that brings complexity to the blackberries and cherries. It's a little hot in alcohol, but is smooth and velvety, and delicious to drink now.",Sentio,58,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Summerwood 2008 Sentio Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summerwood-2008-sentio-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2008,Summerwood 14.5,Red,Italy,"Fruit and spice aromas show dark cherry, white pepper and toasted oak aromas of espresso and chocolate, with a hint of orange peel. The palate has fresh strawberry, coffee and citrusy notes but not much depth.",Vigna San Giacomo,80,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Stroppiana 2008 Vigna San Giacomo (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stroppiana-2008-vigna-san-giacomo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2008,Stroppiana 14,White,US,"Underripe, with green grass, gooseberry aromas and flavors. Acidity is high and mouthwatering, and there is a core of orange honey that will have its fans.",Floodgate Vineyard North Face,20,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Alysian 2012 Floodgate Vineyard North Face Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alysian-2012-floodgate-vineyard-north-face-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Alysian 14,Red,Italy,"This shows cherry aromas and toasted notes of espresso. The palate is subdued and lean, but delivers some orange peel and berry flavors, then finishes abruptly.",Bricco San Giuliano,40,85,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Pasquale Pelissero 2010 Bricco San Giuliano (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasquale-pelissero-2010-bricco-san-giuliano-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Pasquale Pelissero 14.5,Red,US,"Tart in acidity and pure in jammy raspberries and cherries, this is a Pinot to drink now. It shows the variety's lightly tannic, silky texture. Hints of unripeness develop in the finish.",Grand Firepeak Cuvee,30,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2010 Grand Firepeak Cuvee Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2010-grand-firepeak-cuvee-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Baileyana 12.5,White,France,"This is an intensely herbaceous wine; all grapefruit and hedgerow fruits with a grassy core. It is light, very fruity, clean and crisp; a typical cool climate Sauvignon Blanc.",,15,85,Southwest France,Côtes du Tarn,,Domaine D'en Ségur 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Côtes du Tarn),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-den-segur-2012-sauvignon-blanc-cotes-tarn/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Domaine D'en Ségur 12.5,Red,France,"Solid, dark and extracted, this hard-edged wine has too many tannins and not quite enough fruit.",,18,84,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château de Respide 2011 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-respide-2011-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de Respide 14,White,Chile,"The nose announces a resiny, oaky wine. What you don't get from the bouquet is how direct and acidic it is in the mouth. Flavors of citrus and wood are tart and clumsy, while the finish brings a blast of short-lived citrus flavor.",Duette,,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Indomita 2012 Duette Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indomita-2012-duette-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Indomita 14.2,Red,US,"Forget about the fine crystal glass, and don't worry about food pairings. Just gulp this country wine down with whatever. It's dry and robust, with a tease of blackberries and raisins.",Erik's The Red Proprietary,15,84,California,California Other,California,Toad Hollow 2011 Erik's The Red Proprietary Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toad-hollow-2011-eriks-red-proprietary-other/,Red Blend,2011,Toad Hollow 13.5,Red,Israel,"Here's a plush and straightforward wine that would pair well with braised brisket or lamb. Flavors of berry compote and all-fruit preserves are upfront, while a milk-chocolate accent unfolds on the medium-length finish. Soft tannins and a silky texture make this a wine that's easy to enjoy now.",,15,84,Galilee,,,Gamla 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamla-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Gamla ,Red,France,"A very juicy wine that shows overripe fruit and an herbal character. It's soft, fruity without great definition and likely to develop quickly.",,18,83,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château du Retout 2011 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-retout-2011-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château du Retout 14.7,Red,US,"Sugary and astringent, the unusual mix of flavors includes bark, brown sugar and grain. Nothing jells.",,31,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Holmes Harbor Cellars 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/holmes-harbor-cellars-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Holmes Harbor Cellars 14,Red,Chile,"No matter how you cut it, this blend of Petit Verdot, Malbec and Carmenère is herbaceous and loaded with green notes and punches of eucalyptus. In the mouth, it's raw and grating, while flavors of eucalyptus and herbal black fruits lead to a hard, tannic finish.",Quelen Special Selection,60,83,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Pérez Cruz 2007 Quelen Special Selection Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-perez-cruz-2007-quelen-special-selection-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Viña Pérez Cruz 18.1,Dessert,US,"Drinkable, but it has vegetable, blackberry and sugar flavors that finish cloyingly sweet and simple.",Late Harvest Riby,50,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Coghlan 2010 Late Harvest Riby Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coghlan-2010-late-harvest-riby-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Coghlan 13.5,White,US,"Simple and tart, with watery Chardonnay-like flavors and a touch of oak. The finish is sweet in citrus fruits.",,15,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Dreaming Tree 2011 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dreaming-tree-2011-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Dreaming Tree 12,Rose,Chile,"Sweaty, briny, pickled aromas are aggressive and pointed. In the mouth, there's battery acid sharpness running alongside pickled, citrusy flavors. An angular, crisp finish is expected given this wine's acid level.",,19,82,Colchagua Valley,,,Maquis 2012 Rosé (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maquis-2012-rose-colchagua-valley/,Rosé,2012,Maquis 14.3,White,US,"Even in the warm Alexander Valley, the grapes in this wine didn't get fully ripe in this chilly vintage. There are strong notes of green mint. The wine is entirely dry and tart in acidity.",Croft Vineyard,19,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,J. Rickards 2012 Croft Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rickards-2012-croft-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,J. Rickards 13.5,White,Chile,"Soft aromas of sea shell, stone and mango appear in the bouquet. In the mouth, this is big and clumsy, with cidery flavors that continue onto the finish. Like many 2012 Chilean Chardonnays, this is overly ripe and not in the best balance.",Culpeo Made with Organic Grapes,10,82,Curicó Valley,,,Viña La Fortuna 2012 Culpeo Made with Organic Grapes Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-fortuna-2012-culpeo-made-with-organic-grapes-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Viña La Fortuna 12,White,Chile,"Mild, powdery and innocuous on the nose, this boxed wine is dilute and citrusy in the mouth, with tart orange and lime flavors.",,25,80,Central Valley,,,Black Box 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-box-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Black Box 14,Red,Chile,"Sometimes you get what you pay for. This value-priced wine is feral smelling and strange on the nose. The palate feel is probably the best part, while the flavors are candied and foxy.",,8,81,Colchagua Valley,,,Sombras del Sol 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sombras-sol-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Sombras del Sol 13.7,Red,US,"A soft wine, with diluted berry and cherry flavors.",,15,81,California,California Other,California,Cannonball 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cannonball-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Cannonball 13.5,White,Chile,Punchbowl sweetness and pineapple aromas come in front of a chunky palate with banana and oily green-fruit flavors. A short finish is heavy before it fades.,,10,81,Central Valley,,,Arauco 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arauco-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Arauco 14.1,Red,US,"Thin and reedy, with cherry tea, cola and green herb, vegetal flavors. Drink up.",,18,81,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jekel 2011 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Jekel 14,White,Chile,"Pea and green bean aromas announce a heavy, somewhat vegetal wine. The mouthfeel is viscous and not easy to navigate, while overly sweet pineapple and mango flavors finish in a mash of banana.",Marea Wild Ferment,30,81,Leyda Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2012 Marea Wild Ferment Chardonnay (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2012-marea-wild-ferment-chardonnay-leyda-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Luis Felipe Edwards ,Red,France,"A southern yet herbal-feeling wine, this is ripe—maybe overripe—and missing real structure or fruitiness.",,10,81,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Bellevue Favereau 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bellevue-favereau-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Bellevue Favereau 13.5,White,US,"A Chardonnay with buttered toast, cream and peach flavors that turn watery on the finish.",,8,81,California,California Other,California,The Original Dark Horse 2011 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/original-dark-horse-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,The Original Dark Horse 13.5,Red,US,"The price is right. It's soft and sweet, with jammy, candy flavors.",,8,81,California,California Other,California,The Original Dark Horse 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/original-dark-horse-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,The Original Dark Horse 14.2,White,US,"The winery's Rutherford-grown Sauvignon Blanc needs warm vintages to ripen. The last time that happened was in 2009. The last three years have not been kind, and 2012 was chilliest yet, resulting in a wine that's green and lean.",,28,81,California,Napa,Rutherford,Conspire 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conspire-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Conspire 14,White,Chile,"This yeasty Chardonnay is yellow in color, with mustard, flabby fruit and oxidized aromas. A heavy, wide, cidery feeling palate yields oaky, rustic flavors of mustard and baked apple. This is long but resiny and challenging on the finish.",Limited Reserve,18,82,Maipo Valley,,,TerraMater 2011 Limited Reserve Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terramater-2011-limited-reserve-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,TerraMater 13.5,White,Chile,"The nose on this low-acid white is neutral at best. The palate feels soft and mushy, while the flavors are mealy, creamy and bland, with touches of passion fruit and citrus. This will have a very short shelf life.",Sepia Reserva,12,82,Casablanca Valley,,,Vistamar 2012 Sepia Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistamar-2012-sepia-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Vistamar ,Red,France,"Overripe fruit makes this wine, which is light and fruity, with little structure.",,12,82,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Haut Maginet 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-maginet-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Haut Maginet 13.2,White,US,"A thin, soft, slightly sweet wine, with indistinct citrus and peach flavors. Not much going on, but it's clean and drinkable.",,15,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Cannonball 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cannonball-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Cannonball 13.5,Red,US,"Harsh in the mouth, with tart acids giving a bite to thin raspberry and tea flavors.",,12,82,California,California Other,California,Chime 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chime-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Chime 12,White,Israel,"Mushy peach, mealy pear and soft melon aromas flood the bouquet, and are accented by a hint of honeycomb. A touch of citrus flavor unfolds on the round, flabby palate, followed by a short finish. Drink up.",Reserve,14,82,Upper Galilee,,,Binyamina 2011 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Upper Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/binyamina-2011-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-upper-galilee/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Binyamina 13.5,White,US,"Pretty standard Chardonnay. Shows the wine's cream, buttered toast and fruit flavors, but in a thin, simple way.",,11,82,California,California Other,California,Nickname 2011 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickname-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Nickname 13.9,Red,US,"A simple wine, sharp and bitter, with thin flavors of blackberry tea, sweet cola and oak. Drink up.",,15,82,California,California Other,California,Josh Cellars 2011 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josh-cellars-2011-merlot-other/,Merlot,2011,Josh Cellars 13.5,White,US,"The chilly vintage has given this Sauvignon Blanc an unripe edge. There are notes of gooseberries alongside the lemons and limes. The finish is dry, but honeyed, and brightened with crisp acidity.",,15,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Quivira 9,Dessert,US,"Honey-sweet, soft and simple, with apricot and lemon candy flavors.",Reserve,10,82,California,California Other,California,Dante 2012 Reserve Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dante-2012-reserve-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2012,Dante 14,White,Chile,"Light vanilla and chunky tropical fruit aromas open this basic Chardonnay. The palate is weighty, while flavors of pineapple, mango and oak run sweet. On the finish, it falls off and doesn't hold up.",,10,82,Central Valley,,,Arauco 2012 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arauco-2012-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Arauco 14,White,Chile,"This Chardonnay opens with a strong blast of oak resin that frankly doesn't smell very natural or nice. The palate feel is heavy and mealy, while flavors of resiny oak and salt lack fruit. The finish is much the same: salty and oaky.",Sepia Reserva,12,82,Casablanca Valley,,,Vistamar 2011 Sepia Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistamar-2011-sepia-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Vistamar 13.5,Red,US,"Simple, tart and thin, with cherry candy and oak flavors, as well as plenty of unripe green, vegetal ones.",,20,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Wild Horse 2011 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Wild Horse 14.3,Red,US,"A dull Pinot, soft and not quite ripe. There's a vegetal aroma and taste to the raspberries and oak.",,20,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Inception 2010 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inception-2010-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Inception 15,Red,US,"Overripe, with raisin and prune flavors. The finish is very dry and tannic. It will not gain complexity by aging, so drink up.",Estate Grown,30,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2010 Estate Grown Grenache (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2010-estate-grown-grenache-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Grenache,2010,Mounts 13,White,Chile,"This mild Sauvignon Blanc offers simple citrus and passion fruit aromas in front of an oily-feeling, pulpy palate. Flavors of vinaigrette, cactus and grapefruit finish with mealy lemon and orange notes.",,10,82,Central Valley,,,Misiones de Rengo 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/misiones-rengo-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Misiones de Rengo 14.9,Red,US,"This Primitivo gives off both ripe and green characteristics with a finish of vanilla, but it also comes off as slightly burnt.",Sorriso,22,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sorelle Winery 2011 Sorriso Primitivo (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorelle-winery-2011-sorriso-zinfandel-primitivo-central-valley-lodi/,Primitivo,2011,Sorelle Winery 13.5,White,Chile,"Animal Cracker, Creamsicle and chemical aromas combine to create a difficult bouquet. This is a hollow wine with bland flavors of rubber band and apple. A strained, oddly oaky tasting finish does little to help.",3 Generaciones,12,82,Central Valley,,,Soleca 2012 3 Generaciones Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soleca-2012-3-generaciones-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Soleca 14.5,Red,Italy,"This shows rustic aromas of barnyard and wet fur combined with espresso and toast. Despite a dense core of black fruit, this is bitter and astringent, with an abrupt finish.",Superiore,20,82,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Negretti 2010 Superiore (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/negretti-2010-superiore-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2010,Negretti 13,White,Chile,"Aromas of orange blossom and pineapple juice are not substantial. In the mouth, this is chunky and plump, with oily peach and nectarine flavors mixed with some green bean. A heavy finish with little spine provides minimal cut and freshness.",Brisa,9,83,Central Valley,,,Vistamar 2012 Brisa Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistamar-2012-brisa-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Vistamar 13.5,Red,US,"This Cab is a country-style wine, simple and thin, with cherry-berry flavors and a touch of oak. It's not bad for the price.",,12,83,California,California Other,California,Ugly Duckling 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ugly-duckling-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Ugly Duckling 14.5,Red,Chile,"Aromas of tire rubber, eucalyptus and scratchy black fruits set up a shear, acidic palate with flavors of salty, herbal, somewhat sour berry and plum. A rough, scouring finish is par for the course.",Reserva,14,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2010 Reserva Merlot (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2010-reserva-merlot-casablanca-valley/,Merlot,2010,Morandé 13.5,Red,France,"This dark, extracted wine is firm in character. It has bitter coffee and licorice flavors, which rather elbow aside the fruit.",,9,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Croix de Gentis 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croix-gentis-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Croix de Gentis 13,Red,US,"This is a big, smoky Lodi Zinfandel, explosively jammy and thick with bacon flavor.",,15,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Delta Landing 2011 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delta-landing-2011-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2011,Delta Landing 15.7,Red,US,"Despite the almost syrupy fruit and alcohol pushing 16%, the fruit scents are less than optimal, suggesting that perhaps the grapes were pushed too far. Along with notes of plant material, the alcoholic heat mars the finish.",,28,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Holmes Harbor Cellars 2009 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/holmes-harbor-cellars-2009-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2009,Holmes Harbor Cellars 12.5,White,Chile,"This is light and fresh, with melony aromas. It's plump and waning on the palate, with a splash of citric acidity. Mealy nectarine flavors lead to a stalky finish that loses steam.",Reserva,10,83,Maule Valley,,,Leyendas de Familia 2012 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyendas-familia-2012-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Leyendas de Familia 15.4,White,US,"This wine has little to do with Marsanne. It's all about oak, with vanilla bean, buttered toast and caramel flavors.",Alta Colina Vineyard,40,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Summerwood 2010 Alta Colina Vineyard Marsanne (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summerwood-2010-alta-colina-vineyard-marsanne-central-coast-paso-robles/,Marsanne,2010,Summerwood 14.7,Red,US,"This is a simple, sweetly fruity wine, more Shiraz than Syrah, with jammy blackberry and blueberry flavors. Napa brings ripeness, while Monterey brings acidity. Drink up.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County-Napa County,Stickybeak 2010 Syrah (Monterey County-Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stickybeak-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey-county-napa-county/,Syrah,2010,Stickybeak 13.5,White,US,"Unripe green notes of leaves detract from this wine's enjoyment. It's crisp in acidity, with some pure Meyer lemon, lime and fig flavors, but that vegetal note is bothersome.",Fig Tree Vineyard,22,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2012 Fig Tree Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2012-fig-tree-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Quivira 12,White,Chile,"Air freshener and tropical aromas lead to a juice-like palate with green tannins. Lime, nettle and nopal flavors finish heavy.",,10,83,Central Valley,,,Vaya Vadiso 2012 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vaya-vadiso-2012-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Vaya Vadiso 13.5,White,Chile,"A gold color and flat nose are indicators that this doesn't have a lot of life to it. Creamy, baked, sweet aromas lead to a round, mellow palate with applesauce and creamy, lactic flavors. A sugary finish is low on acidic cut and is slightly cloying.",Epica,11,83,Central Valley,,,San Pedro 2012 Epica Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2012-epica-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,San Pedro 13,White,Chile,"Mild aromas of apple cider bring no real aromatic gravitas. The feel is good but basic, with fresh acidity and wetness. Flavors of nectarine, peach pit and citrus finish dry, pithy and short.",Reserva,12,83,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2012 Reserva Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2012-reserva-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Echeverria 14.5,Red,US,"A dusty Amador County-dominant old-vine Zinfandel with plenty of spicy berry, mocha and licorice flavor. Packaged in a psychedelically inspired label, it'll go down easy on those late-night when listening to music is the best thing to do and plenty of barbecued meat is lying around.",Old Vine,20,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Zinfandelic 2011 Old Vine Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zinfandelic-2011-old-vine-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,2011,Zinfandelic 13.5,White,Chile,"This is a round, creamy, soft Chardonnay with resiny aromas. A strange, forced oak flavor dominates the flavor profile, which includes spice more than fruit. On the finish, oak and resin are about all you get.",Casillero del Diablo Reserva,12,83,Limarí Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2011 Casillero del Diablo Reserva Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2011-casillero-diablo-reserva-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Concha y Toro 14.1,Red,US,"Marred by aggressively hard tannins and acids, this Syrah's berry-cherry flavors finish thin and bitter, with a green edge. The chilly vintage took its toll. Drink up.",,39,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kasuari 2010 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kasuari-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2010,Kasuari 13.5,Red,France,"A hard and tannic wine, with too much dryness for pleasure. It's not likely to soften enough to balance out.",Réserve,15,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Domaine du Claouset 2011 Réserve (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-claouset-2011-reserve-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Domaine du Claouset 13.5,White,US,"Pretty standard Chardonnay, with a creamy texture and oaky tropical fruit flavors. Not bad for the price, if you're in a Chard mood.",,13,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,10Span 2012 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/10span-2012-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2012,10Span 13.5,Red,Chile,"Soft aromas of raisin and prune lack vitality and indicate what's to come. The wine feels flabby and awkward on the palate, with only light acidity pumping up generic flavors that include coffee, herbal berry and chocolate.",Estate Grown,10,83,Maule Valley,,,Carma 2010 Estate Grown Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carma-2010-estate-grown-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Carma 12.5,Red,France,"Juicy but not quite ripe, this is a green and herbal wine that is not worth aging. Drink it over the next few years.",,18,83,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Laride 2011 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laride-2011-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Laride 15.4,Red,US,This old-vine Zinfandel also has Carignane and Petite Sirah and is full of red fruit and decent spice but it falls flat under the weight of alcohol on the finish.,Sargentini Vineyard,34,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Dogwood 2010 Sargentini Vineyard Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dogwood-2010-sargentini-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2010,Dogwood 14,Red,US,"Some overripe and green notes dilute the cherries of this Pinot. It's dry and silky, a sound wine for drinking now.",,15,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,10Span 2011 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/10span-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,10Span ,Red,France,"Very dry and with too much wood, this is an attenuated wine with a hard facade. It doesn't offer enough fruit for the future.",,14,83,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Noblet 2011 Côtes de Bourg,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-noblet-2011-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Noblet 13.5,White,Chile,"Light in color, light in aromas, light in flavor... that pretty much describes this decent but rudimentary Chardonnay. Airy pear aromas lead to a monotone, fresh palate with generic flavors of peach, melon and citrus. A pithy bitterness rises up on the modest finish.",Cuvée Tradition,13,83,Rapel Valley,,,Château Los Boldos 2012 Cuvée Tradition Chardonnay (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-los-boldos-2012-cuvee-tradition-chardonnay-rapel-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Château Los Boldos 13.5,Red,France,"This soapy, unfocused wine has tannins and red berry fruit but little structure. The fruit shows a green streak that will not improve.",Classic,15,83,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château des Tourtes 2011 Classic (Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tourtes-2011-classic-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château des Tourtes 12,Red,Austria,Red fruit and citrus notes show through tight acidity on this slightly bitter wine touched with sulfur aromas. It's dry and sharp in style. Screwcap.,Rosi Mosi,,83,Niederösterreich,,,Hermann Moser 2012 Rosi Mosi Red (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-moser-2012-rosi-mosi-red-blend-austrian-niederosterreich/,Austrian Red Blend,2012,Hermann Moser 14.8,Red,US,"Too ripe, with prune, chocolate and raisin flavors that taste hot and sweet in high alcohol. With hard tannins, it could almost be a minor Port.",Estate Grown,35,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2010 Estate Grown Malbec (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2010-estate-grown-malbec-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Malbec,2010,Mounts 12.2,White,US,"Hmm. A blend of 50% Sémillon from Amador County and 50% Viognier from El Dorado County that gives off much beyond a slight taste of Asian pear. Cloudy, it is also sharp and herbal.",Nr. 2,20,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,La Clarine Farm 2012 Nr. 2 White (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarine-farm-2012-nr-2-white-sierra-foothills/,White Blend,2012,La Clarine Farm 13.5,Red,US,"Soft, sugary sweet and simple, with cherry jam and chocolate flavors.",Big,8,83,California,California Other,California,The Original Dark Horse NV Big Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/original-dark-horse-nv-big-red-other/,Red Blend,,The Original Dark Horse 13.5,Rose,Chile,"Briny citrus and sulfuric match-stick aromas lead to an edgy but fresh palate. Flavors of dry citrus and generic tropical fruits finish with citric acidity and monotone juiciness. Overall, this is a tart, fresh cleanser.",Estate Grown Rosé,12,83,Central Valley,,,Apaltagua 2012 Estate Grown Rosé Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2012-estate-grown-rose-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2012,Apaltagua 13.5,White,Chile,"This unusual blend of Riesling, Chardonnay and Viognier is toasty but also stalky smelling, with modest fruit aromas. The palate is plump and simple feeling, with chunky weight and salty flavors of roast corn and bland citrus. Oak and saline define the finish.",Ona Special Reserve Riesling-Chardonnay-Viognier,18,83,Leyda Valley,,,Anakena 2011 Ona Special Reserve Riesling-Chardonnay-Viognier White (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anakena-2011-ona-special-reserve-riesling-chardonnay-viognier-white-leyda-valley/,White Blend,2011,Anakena 12.5,White,Austria,A curiously earthy wine with ripe fruits but also a sense of bitterness. Notes of gooseberries and undergrowth finish with an off-dry character at the end. Screwcap.,,22,83,Niederösterreich,,,Hager Matthias 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hager-matthias-2011-sauvignon-blanc-niederosterreich/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Hager Matthias 14,Red,France,"Hard and extracted, this wine shows little more than tannins. The fruitiness is hard to discern and may never come through.",Les Cailloux,20,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Penin 2011 Les Cailloux (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-penin-2011-cailloux-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Penin 13,Red,US,"At this price, buy a bunch and pour it in paper cups at your next big party. You won't get any complaints. Blackberry, chocolate and oak-like flavors are front and center.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Cocobon 2011 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cocobon-2011-red-other/,Red Blend,2011,Cocobon 15.4,Red,US,"From the old fields of Oakley, this Zinfandel, made by Matt Cline, is big in black fruit and a touch of smoke, particularly vibrant on the finish.",,16,84,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Three 2011 Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-2011-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,2011,Three 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Barolo shows funky aromas of rubber and animal—common for the scorching 2009 vintage in this area. Despite its core of dark cherry fruit, this is very astringent and brutally tannic, with a short finish. Don't think this will evolve well.",Gabutti Bussia,75,84,Piedmont,Barolo,,Stroppiana 2009 Gabutti Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stroppiana-2009-gabutti-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Stroppiana ,Red,France,"A balanced wine, showing attractive fruitiness, ripe black currants and soft tannins. It's likely to be ready to drink soon.",,20,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Vinum Natura 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-natura-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Vinum Natura 13,White,Chile,"Gritty match-stick aromas come with grapefruit and citrus scents. This is lifted and entirely regular for Chilean Sauvignon Blanc. Flavors of lemon, lime and grapefruit are soft and mealy for such a young wine, while bitterness enters the frame on the finish.",Epica,11,84,Central Valley,,,San Pedro 2012 Epica Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2012-epica-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,San Pedro 13.5,Red,US,"Hailing from the cool 2010 vintage, the notes of coffee, olive and cherry here are light and sweet, backed by dry, chalky tannins.",,10,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sagelands 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sagelands-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa-173792/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Sagelands 14.8,Red,US,"Lots of flashy blackberry and cassis flavors in this Cabernet. Easy to drink, but feels way too soft to earn a higher score. Drink up.",,42,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Wattle Creek 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Wattle Creek 13.5,Rose,US,"The cold, uneven vintage gives this rosé a green, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc-style gooseberry aroma and flavor that makes it odd. There are some good watermelon and strawberry flavors, but it tastes unripe.",,19,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2012 Rosé (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2012-rose-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Rosé,2012,Quivira 14.8,Red,US,"Here's a rustic Cabernet. With the right foods, at the right time, it's fine. By itself it's awkward, with some elements out of balance, but the cherry-berry notes will play well against a great burger.",Estate Grown,40,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2010 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2010-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Mounts 13.5,White,Chile,"Peach and melon aromas help define what amounts to a tropical smelling bouquet. A tight, lemony palate offers a firm mouthfeel, while bright citrus flavors are dominant but fail to bring much else to the table. The finish offers banana and vanilla flavors before dropping off.",Reserva,14,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2011 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2011-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Morandé 13.9,Red,US,"A little gritty and stringy in the mouth, with some sharpness. The berry-cherry flavors have a jammy sweetness. Drink up.",,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Courtney Benham 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Courtney Benham ,Red,France,"The browning color shows that this wine has age. It has weight still, as well as considerable acidity, but the wine is beginning to dry out and certainly should not be kept for much longer.",,25,84,Southwest France,Montravel,,Château le Raz 2003 Montravel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-raz-2003-red-montravel/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château le Raz 14.5,Red,US,"Almost equal parts Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec with the balance Merlot, it comes off as quite green and strongly herbal along with notes of green tea and cherry. It's soft in feel and quite tart.",Consonance,32,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Cairdeas 2010 Consonance Red (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cairdeas-2010-consonance-red-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Red Blend,2010,Cairdeas 14.4,White,US,"With vibrant acidity and a kiss of oak, this Chardonnay's jammy apricot and orange flavors satisfy. It's an easy wine to drink now with sandwiches, lightly sauced pasta dishes, shrimp salad.",Gravelstone,16,84,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Jekel 2011 Gravelstone Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2011-gravelstone-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2011,Jekel 15.2,Red,US,"Alcohol gives this wine a hot aroma and taste, as well as sweetness from glycerine. The cherry fruits veer into overripe raisins. Whie the tannins are elegant, the heat limits its appeal, not to mention ageability.",,50,84,California,Napa,Calistoga,Jax 2010 Cabernet Franc (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jax-2010-cabernet-franc-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Jax 14.8,Red,US,"100% varietal, it's intriguing with notes of toast and cherry. Though the fruit concentration is good, the tannins are dry and bitter.",Reserve,15,84,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,WildHaven 2010 Reserve Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildhaven-2010-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,2010,WildHaven 14,Red,Chile,"Chemical smelling oak, sawdust, plastic and milk chocolate aromas create a less-than-stellar nose. This is oaky/lactic feeling, with snappy acidity cutting through the palate. Flavors of generic red fruits and wood finish without much follow through",Sepia Reserva,12,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Vistamar 2012 Sepia Reserva Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistamar-2012-sepia-reserva-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,Vistamar 13,Red,France,"A solid wine, full of dried fruits, dense plums and firm tannins. It has fresh acidity, bright juiciness that will come through more strongly over the next few months.",,8,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château le Mayne Turon 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-mayne-turon-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château le Mayne Turon 13.5,Red,Chile,"Cherry and berry aromas are basic and just good enough. This smacks down hard in the mouth with acidity, while flavors of tomato, red plum and medicinal berry end short and without a lot of substance.",Reserva,17,84,Limarí Valley,,,Maray 2011 Reserva Pinot Noir (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maray-2011-reserva-pinot-noir-limari-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Maray 13,White,US,"There's a distinct floral streak to this lightly aromatic Chardonnay, which also has notes of apple and spice. Though it has 61 g/L residual sugar, it drinks dry with bitter notes on the finish.",,7,84,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Pine & Post 2010 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-post-2010-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Pine & Post 15.2,Red,US,"This is a rustic Zinfandel. It's hot in alcohol, with overripe notes of raisins and prunes. Robust and satisfying, in a porty way.",Old Vines Estate Grown,30,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2010 Old Vines Estate Grown Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2010-old-vines-estate-grown-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Mounts 15.8,White,US,"This Viognier, Marsanne and Roussanne blend is the poster child for overoaked white wine. Buttered toast, butterscotch and caramel dominate the underlying tropical fruit, orange and lime flavors. Exceptionally high alcohol also adds to the impression of unbalanced sweetness.",Diosa Blanc,45,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Summerwood 2011 Diosa Blanc White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summerwood-2011-diosa-blanc-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2011,Summerwood 14,Red,Chile,"Gritty, tarry aromas of black fruits carry a certain sharpness. The mouthfeel is clampy and narrow, with raw acidity. Flavorwise, this is acid-driven, thus expect racy red-fruit notes with a stalky, burnt offset. The finish is peppery and lean.",Victoria Reserve,12,84,Curicó Valley,,,San Nicolas 2010 Victoria Reserve Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-nicolas-2010-victoria-reserve-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2010,San Nicolas 13.5,Red,US,"This Cabernet Sauvignon is full-bodied and spicy. A good, sound wine for drinking now.",Home Ranch,30,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Del Carlo Winery 2009 Home Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlo-winery-2009-home-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Del Carlo Winery 14.5,White,US,"comes across as over-oaked and lacking balance. Hard to find much going on beyond buttered toast, caramel and pineapple jam.",Cuvée Sauvage,40,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Franciscan 2011 Cuvée Sauvage Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2011-cuvee-sauvage-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Franciscan 14.5,Red,US,"This is a simple, easy-drinking Pinot for drinking now. It tastes like a juicy blend of cherries, pomegranates and cola, with just enough acidity for balance.",San Floriano Vineyard,32,84,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo,Piedra Creek 2010 San Floriano Vineyard Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piedra-creek-2010-san-floriano-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo/,Pinot Noir,2010,Piedra Creek 14,Red,Chile,"Coconut and vanilla aromas announce new oak, and along with that there are aromas of blackberry and toast. In the mouth, tangy flavors sit on top of standard berry and spice, while acidity returns on what amounts to a lean, sharp finish.",Marques de Casa Concha,26,84,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 2010 Marques de Casa Concha Carmenère (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2010-marques-casa-carmenere-peumo/,Carmenère,2010,Concha y Toro 13.5,Red,US,"This is a light, simple Pinot Noir. It's not quite ripe, with a mushroomy edge to the cherries, cola and rhubarb. At the same time, it's silky, and fine for drinking now.",Diamond Collection,18,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Francis Coppola 2011 Diamond Collection Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-coppola-2011-diamond-collection-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Francis Coppola 15,Red,Chile,"This smells reedy and like beets blended with mint and other green herbs. The palate has a shrill feel, while the flavors trend toward herbal red plum, salt and oak. A green-leaning finish is choppy and high in acid.",Gran Reserva Estate Bottled,19,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Casas del Bosque 2011 Gran Reserva Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casas-bosque-2011-gran-reserva-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Casas del Bosque 13.5,Red,Chile,"This bodega always puts out a charred, roasted Carmenère, and this keeps the tradition going. Burnt, roasted aromas of coffee, campfire and blackberry lead to a full but angular feeling palate with vinegar-like acidity. Herbal, clipped flavors are mostly charred, while herbal black-fruit flavors vie with even more char on the finish.",Gran Reserva,20,84,Maule Valley,,,TerraNoble 2010 Gran Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2010-gran-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2010,TerraNoble 11,White,US,A lime-centric wine that also has notes of white peach. It's medium sweet with the sugar getting out in front of the acid.,,9,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Summit Estates 2012 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summit-estates-2012-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2012,Summit Estates 12,White,Austria,"This is a light, bright wine with flavors of green fruits and citrus. There is a hint of yeastiness. Overall, a cool feeling wine that is ready to drink. Screwcap.",Classic,19,84,Steiermark,,,Strauss 2012 Classic Pinot Blanc (Steiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/strauss-2012-classic-pinot-blanc-steiermark/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Strauss 13.5,Red,Austria,"This leathery, spicy wine is fully mature—perhaps too old. It has lost fruit certainly and gained a touch of cocoa along with the wood from barrel aging. It's not going to improve so drink now.",Cuvée Julia Gamlitzberg Reserve,,84,Steiermark,,,Strauss 2008 Cuvée Julia Gamlitzberg Reserve Red (Steiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/strauss-2008-cuvee-julia-gamlitzberg-reserve-red-blend-austrian-steiermark/,Austrian Red Blend,2008,Strauss 12.4,Red,US,"This somewhat masks the naturally herbal nature of the grape with scents of new oak, but the unripe aromas of the grapes prevail. The scents recall grass cuttings after they've been out in the sun for some time.",,,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Holmes Harbor Cellars 2009 Carmenère (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/holmes-harbor-cellars-2009-carmenere-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Carmenère,2009,Holmes Harbor Cellars 13.5,White,Chile,"Oily, salinic aromas of match stick and pickled white fruits offer up a pinched palate with briny, stalky flavors of burnt orange and passion fruit. A briny tasting, clampy finish doesn't do much to bring this around.",Estate Made with Organic Grapes,14,84,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 2012 Estate Made with Organic Grapes Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2012-estate-made-with-organic-grapes-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,De Martino 13.5,White,Chile,"Apple and peach aromas are nothing special. So is the palate, which is plump and shows reasonable acidity. Oaky, salty flavors of white fruits turn mildly bitter on the finish, and while this is better than some Chilean Chardonnays, it does little to advance the category.",Single Vineyard,13,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Chilcas 2011 Single Vineyard Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2011-single-vineyard-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Chilcas 15,Red,France,This smoky wine shows an herbal character. Juicy fruitiness reveals fresh red-berry fruit along with some bitterness that needs a couple of years to soften.,Vieilles Vignes,,84,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Ségonzac 2011 Vieilles Vignes (Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-segonzac-2011-vieilles-vignes-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Ségonzac 13,Red,France,"Despite a dry base, the wine is full of fruity acidity, lively tannins and solid potential. Give this wine 2–4 years and it will be well balanced.",,,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Roc de Minvielle 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roc-minvielle-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Roc de Minvielle 14.8,Red,US,"With superripe flavors of prunes and chocolate-covered raisins, this Cab Franc lacks the cherried gracefulness you want in the variety. It turns porty in the finish, with high alcohol and caramelized brown sugar.",Estate Grown,40,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2010 Estate Grown Cabernet Franc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2010-estate-grown-cabernet-franc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Mounts 12,White,France,"This is perfect for lovers of light, herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc. All the grassy and citrus flavors are here, attractively crisp while not aggressive. Drink this year. Screwcap.",La Galope,12,84,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine de l'Herré 2012 La Galope Sauvignon Blanc (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lherre-2012-galope-sauvignon-blanc-cotes-gascogne/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Domaine de l'Herré 12,White,US,"Like the label says, this is an everyday sort of wine. It's crisp in acids and off-dry, with pleasant orange, pineapple, lemon and vanilla flavors.",Everyday,15,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Dreaming Tree 2012 Everyday White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dreaming-tree-2012-everyday-white-central-coast/,White Blend,2012,Dreaming Tree 13.5,White,US,"For the price, you get just what you pay for with this Chard. It's honeyd and soft, with flavors of buttered toast and apricot-orange jam.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Angeline 2012 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2012-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Angeline 13,Red,France,"This wine's bright purple fruit tastes as if the fermentation has only just stopped. Jammy red berries are laced with some tannins, and acidity freshens the wine, only spoilt by a slight oxidative edge.",Cuvée Nature,15,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château de Lagarde 2012 Cuvée Nature (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagarde-2012-cuvee-nature-merlot-bordeaux/,Merlot,2012,Château de Lagarde 13,Red,France,"A firm, dry wine with good fruit, featuring touches of blackberry along with a solid tannic core. It's a wine for the medium-term, say 2–4 years.",,9,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château de la Bouyère 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouyere-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de la Bouyère 13,Red,France,"An austere wine, serious and densely dry. It has some weight and a firm center, with the fruit lagging behind the structure. This is always likely to be tannic.",,18,84,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Lanessan 2011 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lanessan-2011-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Lanessan 12.5,Red,France,"Light and fruity, this shows attractive red fruit, ample tannins and acidity. An earthy character to the wine is less pleasant.",Fief de la Haye,19,84,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château la Haye 2011 Fief de la Haye (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haye-2011-fief-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château la Haye ,Red,France,This juicy wine's considerable acidity gives freshness and a less pleasant lemon flavor that cuts into the ripe black currant fruit. Herbs and dry tannins at the end suggest an underripe character.,,,84,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Fleur de Plaisance 2011 Côtes de Bourg,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-plaisance-2011-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Fleur de Plaisance 12.5,White,US,"A bit coarse in texture, with delicate flavors of candied lemon and pink grapefruit. No oak, but sur lie aging gives it a nice creaminess.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2012-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi ,Red,France,"This wood-aged wine bases its smooth character on firm tannins as much as fruit. It has concentration, firm extraction and a hard edge.",Réserve Spéciale,18,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2011 Réserve Spéciale (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2011-reserve-speciale-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 13.5,Rose,US,"Hews to a sweeter style, at a time when the momentum for California rosé is swinging toward dry. The wine has simple raspberry jam, orange zest, vanilla and white sugar flavors.",Olivet Bench Pinot Noir,20,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2012 Olivet Bench Pinot Noir Rosé (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2012-olivet-bench-pinot-noir-rose-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Rosé,2012,De Loach 13,White,Chile,"Stalky, lightly vegetal aromas come with notes of match stick and bitterness. This feels fresh in the mouth but tastes briny, with citrus, jalapeño and green bean accents. A bland, pithy finish feels round. Drink now.",Ocean Side,16,84,San Antonio,,,Santa Carolina 2012 Ocean Side Sauvignon Blanc (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2012-ocean-side-sauvignon-blanc-san-antonio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Santa Carolina 11.5,White,US,"An aromatic wine with notes of spice, lychee and grapefruit. It's medium sweet with the fruit flavors a bit wanting in concentration.",,9,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Summit Estates 2011 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summit-estates-2011-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Summit Estates 13,White,Chile,"This is a basic white with mild apple, melon and cured-meat aromas. The mouthfeel is fresh but dilute, while flavors of melon and tropical fruits finish hollow and bland. Inoffensive is the best way to describe this Chardonnay.",,10,84,Bío Bío Valley,,,Llai Llai 2012 Chardonnay (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llai-llai-2012-chardonnay-bio-bio-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Llai Llai 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is dominated by oak, toasted coffee beans and a hint of meat juices. The palate is short and finishes on a green note, with bitter wood tannins.",Vigna Gancia,60,84,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mauro Molino 2009 Vigna Gancia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-molino-2009-vigna-gancia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Mauro Molino 14.5,Red,Italy,"From the Conca vineyard in La Morra, this Barolo shows the uneven ripening that plagued much of this village in 2009. It shows predominantly wood aromas of chocolate and toast, and the palate is also dominated by oak sensations. The fruit appears to have dried up, leaving only aggressive, astringent tannins.",Vigna Conca,75,84,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mauro Molino 2009 Vigna Conca (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-molino-2009-vigna-conca-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Mauro Molino 13.9,White,US,"This wine tastes more like a barrel-fermented Sauvignon Blanc than a Rhône-style blend of 67% Viognier, 16.5% Marsanne and 16.5% Roussanne. It's dryish to off-dry and crisp in acidity, with citrus fruit and green apple flavors. The oak is a little heavy.",Blanc du Tusque,22,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sanglier Cellars 2011 Blanc du Tusque White (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanglier-cellars-2011-blanc-tusque-white-sonoma-county/,Rhône-style White Blend,2011,Sanglier Cellars 12,White,Chile,"Nectarine and tangerine aromas come with a floral note and a whiff of sea foam. This is light in acidity, so the palate is round and chunky. Flavors of citrus and melon finish pithy and slightly bitter.",,10,84,Central Valley,,,Vaya Vadiso 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vaya-vadiso-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Vaya Vadiso 15.3,White,US,"The aromas and flavors of oak barrels dominate this Viognier. The grapes bring some nice tropical fruits, but they're buried under flavors of buttered toast, caramel and honey.",,25,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Summerwood 2010 Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summerwood-2010-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2010,Summerwood 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Barolo shows roasted coffee notes and a whisper of prune, with lots of oak on top. It's very dry, tannic and tough on the palate. Still young, but it lacks fruit flavors and balance.",Leonardo,60,84,Piedmont,Barolo,,Stroppiana 2009 Leonardo (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stroppiana-2009-leonardo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Stroppiana 14,White,Austria,"Oak aging gives this wine weight and richness, but detracts from the natural herbaceous fruitiness. The palate is spicy and peppery. Screwcap.",Gamlitzberg Reserve,,84,Steiermark,,,Strauss 2010 Gamlitzberg Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Steiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/strauss-2010-gamlitzberg-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-steiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Strauss 15,Red,US,"Petite Sirah's big tannins are here, though the blackberry fruit notes are diluted. Not going anywhere, so drink up.",,22,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Prager 2007 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2007-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Prager 13,Red,France,"A firm, licorice-flavored wine, with bitter notes and a peppery character that shows through the fruit. It feels extracted and hot.",Tradition,16,84,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Philippe Raguenot 2011 Tradition (Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philippe-raguenot-2011-tradition-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Philippe Raguenot 14,White,Chile,"This Chardonnay is generally solid. However, on the nose, palate and finish you'll find a briny, almost pickled character to go with aromas of citrus fruits, flavors of melon and apple, and finishing notes of melon and lime. All in all, there's not a lot to this wine.",Aliwen Reserva,13,84,Chile,,,Undurraga 2012 Aliwen Reserva Chardonnay (Chile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2012-aliwen-reserva-chardonnay/,Chardonnay,2012,Undurraga 13.5,Red,US,"Though 100% Merlot, it seems more reminiscent of a Syrah with notes of blue fruit and ash. The flavors are light with chalky, mouthcoating tannins.",,9,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),WildHaven 2011 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildhaven-2011-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2011,WildHaven 14.9,Red,US,"Overripeness gives this Zin the raisiny, pruny taste of port, but being dry, it doesn't have port's saving grace of sweetness. It's also very tannic. High alcohol and dessicated fruit define it.",Ancestor Selections,24,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,J. Rickards 2010 Ancestor Selections Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rickards-2010-ancestor-selections-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,J. Rickards 14,Red,US,"Tastes sharp in acidity, dry and difficult now. The cherry candy, currant and oak flavors are rich, but the gritty mouthfeel is hard to like.",Estate,22,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2010 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2010-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Alexander Valley Vineyards 12.5,Red,France,"This complex blend of Duras, Syrah and Braucol has a definite rustic, earthy character. It is tannic and stalky, showing some greenness. With its berry fruits right to the fore it is not for aging.",Le Rouge,15,84,Southwest France,Côtes du Tarn,,Domaine D'en Ségur 2009 Le Rouge Red (Côtes du Tarn),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-den-segur-2009-le-rouge-red-cotes-tarn/,Red Blend,2009,Domaine D'en Ségur 12.5,Red,France,"A solid and concentrated wine, with burnt wood, bitter extraction and only a hint of blackberry fruit for the long term.",Vieilles Vignes,15,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Camarsac 2011 Vieilles Vignes (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-camarsac-2011-vieilles-vignes-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de Camarsac 13.5,White,Chile,"Like many basic Chilean Chards, this is chunky, heavy and melony on the nose. The palate has a satisfactory feel and decent acidity, while core flavors of banana and papaya are oaky and end with a salty, briny flavor.",Reserva,13,84,Maule Valley,,,Chilcas 2011 Reserva Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2011-reserva-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Chilcas ,Red,France,"Light and already fruity, this wine features attractive black-currant flavors, bright acidity and soft tannins. Ready to drink.",,15,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Roustaing 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roustaing-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Roustaing 13.5,Red,US,"This Pinot has a cutting edge of citrusy acidity. On the plus side, it's also silky, with pleasant cherry candy, cola and oak flavors.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,De Loach 2011 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,De Loach 14.3,White,US,"This Chard doesn't taste quite ripe. There's a green pea note that compromises the citrus fruits and nectarines. Other than that, it's nicely crisp and creamy.",Thomson Vineyard,24,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bravium 2010 Thomson Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bravium-2010-thomson-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2010,Bravium 12,Rose,France,"Salmon pink in color, this young and fresh rosé has a light, attractive and fruity character. It's very much a summer drink, dry and with bright acidity.",Oh! Biarnesa,16,84,Southwest France,Béarn,,Cave de Gan 2012 Oh! Biarnesa Rosé (Béarn),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-gan-2012-oh-biarnesa-rose-bearn/,Rosé,2012,Cave de Gan 14.5,Red,Italy,"This offers earthy aromas layered with ripe black fruit and a hint of chocolate. The palate opens with succulent black-cherry, plum and white chocolate flavors, but then finishes abruptly. Drink now. L.A. Dick and Ambrosia",,28,85,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Stroppiana 2011 Barbera d'Alba Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stroppiana-2011-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,2011,Stroppiana 14,Red,Chile,"Raspberry and rubbery aromas come across gritty but improve with airing. This is lively in the mouth, with loud, slightly burnt flavors of spiced plum and raspberry. A hot, medicinal finish closes things out.",Sepia Reserva,12,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Vistamar 2011 Sepia Reserva Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistamar-2011-sepia-reserva-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Vistamar 14,Red,Chile,"This opaque Merlot is charred to the max, with burnt coffee, grilled beef and campfire aromas. The palate is wiry but mostly good in feel, while mossy, herbal-leaning flavors of toast, blackberry and black pepper finish with coffee and herbal notes.",Reserva,11,85,Maule Valley,,,Viña Casas Patronales 2010 Reserva Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-patronales-2010-reserva-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2010,Viña Casas Patronales 14,Red,Italy,"A dense and extracted expression of Barbera, with concentrated black fruit and citrusy sensations as well as a funky undercurrents of animal and smoke.",,28,85,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Renzo Seghesio 2010 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renzo-seghesio-2010-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2010,Renzo Seghesio ,Red,Italy,"From one of La Morra's top producers and top vineyard sites, this Barolo demonstrates the difficulty of the vintage in this village. It lacks fruit richness and is dominated by oak-driven sensations of coffee, vanilla and chocolate. It also lacks freshness and finishes short, with drying wood tannins.",Conca,,85,Piedmont,Barolo,,Renato Ratti 2009 Conca (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-ratti-2009-conca-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Renato Ratti 14.2,Red,US,"A simple wine, dry and tart in acidity, with pleasant wild cherry, red currant, sweet licorice and bacon flavors. The blend is mainly Syrah, with a splash of Petite Sirah.",Rouge du Tusque,26,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sanglier Cellars 2010 Rouge du Tusque Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanglier-cellars-2010-rouge-tusque-red-sonoma-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Sanglier Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"A value-priced California Zin from the folks at Sobon in Amador County, this wine is jammy in blackberry flavor, meaty with traces of tobacco. While the finish is long it's also piqued with a taste of high alcohol.",Special Reserve,11,85,California,California Other,California,Shenandoah 2011 Special Reserve Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-2011-special-reserve-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2011,Shenandoah 8,Rose,US,"Hews to the sweet Moscato style, with raspberry, orange, vanilla and white sugar flavors. It's an easy picnic wine for warm afternoons, especially with semisweet fruits, ham or light pastries.",Pink Allegro,12,85,California,California Other,California,Martin & Weyrich 2011 Pink Allegro Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-2011-pink-allegro-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2011,Martin & Weyrich 13,White,US,"Straight down the middle, this 100% varietal wine brings notes of citrus and herbs. It has a touch of residual sugar and tingles the palate with broad fruit flavors.",Fish House,10,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Magnificent Wine Company 2012 Fish House Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnificent-wine-company-2012-fish-house-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Magnificent Wine Company 13.5,White,US,"It's oaky, leesy and creamy, with buttered toast and caramel flavors dominating the pineapple fruit.",,30,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Luke Donald 2011 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luke-donald-2011-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Luke Donald 14.5,Red,Italy,"This simple Nebbiolo retains a floral, strawberry character but is already losing its youthful charm and freshness. Drink now.",,25,85,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Negretti 2009 Nebbiolo d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/negretti-2009-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2009,Negretti 14,Red,Italy,"This opens with floral and spice aromas of violet, berry and exotic spices. The palate is austere: restrained fruit and oak sensations accompany bitter and drying wood tannins.",Palazzina,35,85,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Montaribaldi 2010 Palazzina (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaribaldi-2010-palazzina-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Montaribaldi 13.5,Red,France,"This dry, firm wine shows a hint of bitter extraction, but the core of the wine is smooth. Give it several years' aging.",,10,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château des Judes 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-judes-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château des Judes 13,Red,France,"An attractive, fruity wine with black-currant and red-berry juiciness followed by a lightly tannic character. It's a classic for the vintage—light and fruity.",,14,85,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château la Petite Roque 2011 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-petite-roque-2011-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château la Petite Roque 14.3,Red,US,"The oak spices (30% new American and French) are at the fore here along with notes of orange peel, game, and vanilla on this unusual blend of Syrah, Malbec and Grenache. It's medium bodied with dry tannins.",Reserve Cherry Street,24,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 2010 Reserve Cherry Street Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-2010-reserve-cherry-street-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Canoe Ridge ,Red,France,"Firm and dry, dark and dense, this wine has intense concentration and hard tannins. It feels heavily extracted, giving a bitter, burnt edge. The aftertaste just hints at potential juiciness.",,15,85,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Closerie du Bailli 2011 Côtes de Bourg,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/closerie-bailli-2011-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Closerie du Bailli 14,Red,Chile,"Heat and earthy, leathery aromas are the initial blast here. This is a zesty, raw Pinot with punchy, tart raspberry and red plum flavors. Throughout this runs bright and juicy, with tangy acidity creating a citrus-like finish.",Reserva Tricao Valley Estate Grown,12,85,Curicó Valley,,,Apaltagua 2012 Reserva Tricao Valley Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2012-reserva-tricao-valley-estate-grown-pinot-noir-curico-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,Apaltagua 13,Red,Italy,"This straightforward Dolcetto offers varietal aromas of black cherry, licorice and hints of black pepper, all of which carry over to the palate. Simple but well made.",,15,85,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Borgogno F.lli Serio e Battista 2012 Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgogno-flli-serio-e-battista-2012-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2012,Borgogno F.lli Serio e Battista 13.6,White,US,"Hard acidity like a squeeze of lime marks this dry Chardonnay. It's also quite oaky. Shows good citrus and tropical fruit flavors, but is rustic.",Suzanne's Blend,34,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gracianna 2012 Suzanne's Blend Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gracianna-2012-suzannes-blend-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Gracianna 14.8,Red,US,"Soft, dry and delicious, with classic Napa tannins. It has lovely layers of blackberries and cassis, but also overripe raisin and prune notes that prohibit aging.",,48,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jax 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jax-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Jax 11.5,Sparkling,Austria,"This is described as Brut dry, but the perfumed character of the Gelber Muskateller grape gives this fruity wine a feeling of sweetness. It's soft, aromatic and lightly flavored with lychee.",Sparkling Mosi Brut,,85,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Hermann Moser NV Sparkling Mosi Brut Gelber Muskateller (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-moser-nv-sparkling-mosi-brut-other-white-gelber-muskateller-osterreichischer-sekt/,Gelber Muskateller,,Hermann Moser 14,Red,Chile,"Hot berry, leather and earthy aromas introduce a slightly scratchy palate with wiry, herbal flavors of plum and berry. This is fresh in feel but basic and herbal tasting, with no particular flavors sticking out. Call it basic Chilean Cabernet in every way, shape and form,",Toro de Piedra Grand Reserve,15,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Requingua 2010 Toro de Piedra Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-requingua-2010-toro-piedra-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Viña Requingua 13.4,Red,US,"More than a hint of leather has bloomed in the bottle—actually in both bottles tasted. For some tasters, that's ok; for others, it deadens the fruit flavors and the finish. In either case, best drink this up soon.",,17,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Barnard Griffin 12.5,Red,France,"This richly fruity wine is attractively balanced, showing ample acidity, black currant fruit and a general forward fruitiness. It's not a wine of great depth. Ready to drink now.",,16,85,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Fonsèche 2011 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonseche-2011-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Fonsèche 13,Red,France,"This balanced, juicy, fruity wine has refreshing red-berry fruit as well as solid tannins to back it up. An already attractive wine, this fruity number is likely to age quickly.",Le Duo,10,85,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château des Tourtes 2011 Le Duo (Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tourtes-2011-le-duo-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château des Tourtes 12.5,Red,France,"There is a smooth, wood-aged character to this wine, along with attendant firm tannins. Chocolate and black fruit show extraction and bring some bitterness. Austere at the moment, this wine needs time.",,,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château de Bordeneuve 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bordeneuve-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de Bordeneuve 13,Red,Italy,"A simple but well made Dolcetto, with aromas of black cherry and stewed prunes followed by plum, licorice and graphite on the palate. It closes with a bitter almond note. This would work well with lasagna.",Vigna Ciabot Russ,20,85,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Mario Gagliasso 2011 Vigna Ciabot Russ (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-gagliasso-2011-vigna-ciabot-russ-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2011,Mario Gagliasso 13,Red,Austria,"This wine is marked by straightforward red fruit flavors, light tannins, a touch of stalkiness and a spicy edge. It's a great wine for barbecues this summer. Screwcap.",,14,85,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2011 Zweigelt (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2011-other-red-zweigelt-niederosterreich/,Zweigelt,2011,Pratsch 14,Red,Italy,"This young Barbaresco is somewhat closed, but offers floral Nebbiolo fragrance and toasted oak. The palate shows cherry, spice and coffee notes, but also green, unripe sensations. Finishes short, with drying wood tannins.",,55,85,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Montaribaldi 2010 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaribaldi-2010-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2010,Montaribaldi 14.7,Red,US,"Baldassari's 2010 is rich in blackberries, currants, mocha and crispy bacon, but the texture is off. Drink up.",Nolan Vineyard,24,85,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Baldassari Family Wines 2010 Nolan Vineyard Syrah (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baldassari-family-wines-2010-nolan-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Syrah,2010,Baldassari Family Wines 13.5,Red,France,"Ripe fruit dominates this forward, fruity wine. Caramel and blackberry flavors and firm tannins combine to make a wine that is almost ready to drink.",,11,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Kirkland Signature 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Kirkland Signature 14.5,Red,US,"You'll find plenty of Pinot Noir character in this wine, which is ultimately simple and for drinking now. It's silky in the mouth, with crisp acids framing cherry, cranberry, cola and oak flavors.",,25,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Inception 2010 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inception-2010-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Inception 14.2,White,US,"Lemony and tart, with richer notes of orange, cream and buttered toast, this wine offers everyday Chardonnay pleasure at an affordable price.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Inception 2010 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inception-2010-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Inception 14.4,Red,US,"This soft, easy wine is nearing the end of its useful life, so drink up. Made from Syrah, Petite Sirah and other varieties, it's rich in jam, cocoa and wood spice flavors, with a burst of acidity.",,45,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Le Mistral 2009 Red (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-mistral-2009-red-central-coast-monterey-county/,Red Blend,2009,Le Mistral 13.5,Red,Chile,"Wild berry, herb and rhubarb aromas precede a wiry, grabby palate with generic berry flavors, herbal accents and spice. Juicy, tartaric-feeling acidity creates a tangy impression on the finish, yet there's enough body and good flavors to hold things together.",,11,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Tussock Jumper 2010 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tussock-jumper-2010-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Tussock Jumper 13.8,White,US,"The wine is tart and pretty thin in citrus and peach fruit, leaving the oak to stick out. Still, it does show fine elegance and minerality.",Estate,27,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2011 Estate Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2011-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Talley 15,Red,Italy,"This Barolo is tightly wound, with aggressive tannins and nervous acidity. It lacks complexity and richness despite its core of black cherry fruit. It also shows evident alcoholic warmth and finishes on a green, astringent note.",Leonardo,60,85,Piedmont,Barolo,,Stroppiana 2008 Leonardo (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stroppiana-2008-leonardo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2008,Stroppiana 12,Red,Austria,"A rare red from the hilly region of Styria, this is light and fruity with spice and acidity. Red berry flavors dominate although a dry edge brings a firmer structure. Screwcap.",,12,85,Steiermark,,,Strauss 2012 Red (Steiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/strauss-2012-red-blend-austrian-steiermark/,Austrian Red Blend,2012,Strauss 14.5,Red,US,"Easy drinking Cabernet here, with soft, gentle tannins framing sweet blackberries, mocha and smoky oak. Not an ager, so enjoy now.",,20,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stickybeak 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stickybeak-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Stickybeak 15.2,Red,US,"A burly Primitivo with spicy blackberry fruit, this is an intense wine with layers of smoke and oak to offer those who like a wine that not only pairs with a slab of meat but almost tastes like one.",ReZerve,24,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2010 ReZerve Primitivo (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2010-rezerve-zinfandel-primitivo-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Primitivo,2010,Sobon Estate 12.5,Rose,France,"Made from both Cabernets, this light, fruity wine has attractive red-fruit flavors, refreshing acidity and a crisp, bright aftertaste. Ready to drink now.",Le Rosé,13,85,Southwest France,Côtes du Tarn,,Domaine D'en Ségur 2012 Le Rosé Cabernet (Côtes du Tarn),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-den-segur-2012-le-rose-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-cotes-tarn/,Cabernet,2012,Domaine D'en Ségur 12,Rose,France,"Full and rounded, this warm rosé has some weight. A food-friendly selection, it has a dry, tangy character, textured red-currant flavor and tight final acidity.",Grains de Béarn,14,85,Southwest France,Béarn,,Cave de Gan 2012 Grains de Béarn Rosé (Béarn),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-gan-2012-grains-bearn-rose-bearn/,Rosé,2012,Cave de Gan 13.7,White,US,"Ripe fruit and vibrant acidity combine to make this an easy-drinking wine. It exhibits honey-drizzled lemon, orange and pear flavors, but the acidity saves the day.",Hi Vista Vineyard,18,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Tin Barn 2012 Hi Vista Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-barn-2012-hi-vista-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Tin Barn 12.5,White,US,"Green bell pepper and gooseberry notes dominate this Sauvignon Blanc, although it does have notes of honey and Meyer lemons. It's bright in acidity, and the finish is spicy and clean. For the price, it's a good value.",Private Selection,11,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 2012 Private Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2012-private-selection-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Robert Mondavi 14.8,White,US,"A simple Viognier. Shows the exotic richness of the variety, with tropical fruits, white flowers and peaches, as well as plenty of sweet oak. The finish is quick.",Yeoman's Vineyard,16,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2011 Yeoman's Vineyard Viognier (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2011-yeomans-vineyard-viognier-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Viognier,2011,Mounts 14.5,White,US,"A simple Sauvignon Blance with apricot, pineapple and spice flavors. The acidity is bright and crisp, as you'd expect from this cool-climate Monterey region.",Griva Vineyard,28,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Martin Ranch 2009 Griva Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ranch-2009-griva-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Martin Ranch 13,White,Austria,"A rounded, ripe wine with a soft, smooth texture, this is full bodied and layered with peach and pear fruit and a balancing acidity. Attractive and worth aging another few months. Screwcap.",Hochschopf,,85,Niederösterreich,,,Markus Huber 2012 Hochschopf Weissburgunder (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2012-hochschopf-pinot-blanc-weissburgunder-niederosterreich/,Weissburgunder,2012,Markus Huber 13.5,Red,US,"This is the kind of Cabernet that California can accomplish with one hand tied behind its back. Softly tannic and smooth, it's incredibly rich and sweet in blackberry and cherry jam, milk chocolate and toasty oak flavors for drinking now at a good price.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,Leese-Fitch 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leese-fitch-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Leese-Fitch 14.6,Red,US,"Based on Syrah, Grenache, Petite Sirah and Alicante Bouschet, this wine is soft, sweet and pretty simple. It tastes like a raspberry, roasted almond and vanilla cookie.",,45,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Le Mistral 2010 Red (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-mistral-2010-red-central-coast-monterey-county/,Red Blend,2010,Le Mistral ,Red,Italy,"Here's a Barolo that harkens back to the 1990s thanks to its aggressive oak, which was once so in vogue. It's loaded with toasted oak, espresso and vanilla aromas, while the palate offers oak, coffee, plum and tongue-drying wood tannins.",Mariondino,,85,Piedmont,Barolo,,Parusso 2009 Mariondino (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parusso-2009-mariondino-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Parusso 10,White,US,"Lightly aromatic with notes of pear, spice, and a kiss of caramel. The small amounts of Viognier (9%) and Sémillon (2%) contribute to its medium bodied, viscous feel before leading to a tart, somewhat thin finish.",House Wine,10,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Original House Wine 2011 House Wine Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/original-house-wine-2011-house-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Original House Wine 12.5,White,Austria,"Spicy and fruity, this is a refreshing, open, green and white fruited wine. Lively and crisp, it has good acidity and just a touch of pepper to add another dimension. Screwcap.",,14,85,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2012 Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2012-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Pratsch 13,White,Chile,"Although this presents itself on the bouquet as being a bit soft and mealy, the palate is solid albeit chunky and blocky. Standard citrus and lemon flavors hold onto some tang on the finish. Overall, this is clean and friendly but a bit dull.",Casillero del Diablo Reserva,12,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2012 Casillero del Diablo Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2012-casillero-diablo-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Concha y Toro 14.1,White,US,"Lavish in oak, with buttered toast and sweet caramel dominating the underlying citrus and tropical fruits. The acidity is just fine, providing needed balance, but those woody notes are jarring.",,30,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gallo Signature Series 2011 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-signature-series-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Gallo Signature Series 13,White,US,"With sweet flavors of honey, lemons and limes, this is a likeable Sauvignon Blanc. A fine burst of citrusy acidity provides needed balance.",Yellow Label,16,85,California,California Other,California,Francis Coppola 2012 Yellow Label Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-coppola-2012-yellow-label-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Francis Coppola 13.5,Red,Chile,"Scratchy red plum aromas are sort of sharp and mulchy. This has a standard, healthy feel along with dry, oaky plum flavors. Mild spice and limited fruit character define the short finish.",Reserva,15,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Rios de Chile 2012 Reserva Pinot Noir (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rios-chile-2012-reserva-pinot-noir-cachapoal-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,Rios de Chile 14,White,Chile,"Saline, minerally aromas get this out of the starting blocks. After that, light toast notes and vanilla appear. In the mouth, this is round and offers proper acidity. Flavors of tropical fruits like melon and lychee are sweet, leaving a pineapple aftertaste. Vanilla, spice and wood resin flavors control the finish.",Reserva,15,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Rios de Chile 2012 Reserva Chardonnay (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rios-chile-2012-reserva-chardonnay-cachapoal-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Rios de Chile 13,White,US,"This is a moderately aromatic wine with notes of toast, spice and caraway seed. It's medium bodied and on the sweeter side of off-dry with tart citrus flavors.",,9,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Radius 2011 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/radius-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Radius 12,Rose,Austria,"There's some spice here, but the main character is ripe red fruit. Rich, full bodied and juicy, it's balanced by refreshing acidity. Caramel and pepper notes come through at the end. Screwcap.",Rosé,18,85,Burgenland,,,Iby 2012 Rosé Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iby-2012-rose-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2012,Iby 14.7,Red,US,"Pure Malbec from Les Collines vineyard, this has light strawberry fruit supported with flavors of milk chocolate and caramel, from aging for 18 months in French oak. It's pleasant, but thins out quickly.",,35,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Holmes Harbor Cellars 2009 Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/holmes-harbor-cellars-2009-malbec-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Malbec,2009,Holmes Harbor Cellars 13,White,US,"Sour lemon and lime Lifesaver-candy flavors mark this tart wine. It's not very Chardonnay-esque, but it's a fine wine in its own right, and the price makes it a bargain.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,Happy Camper 2012 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-camper-2012-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Happy Camper 13.5,White,Chile,"Tropical aromas are straightforward. This feels plump, peachy and regular on the palate, while flavors of candied apple and pear lead to a soft, standard finish with little personality. This is good, but that's as much as you can say about this simple white wine.",Natura Un-Oaked,11,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Emiliana 2012 Natura Un-Oaked Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2012-natura-un-oaked-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Emiliana 13.5,Red,Chile,"Pencil eraser, tobacco, cedar and eucalyptus aromas lead to a mildly astringent palate with spongy flavors of herbal plum and cassis. The finish is also herbal in flavor, with a solid feel.",Reserva,13,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Ventisquero 2011 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2011-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Ventisquero 14,White,Chile,"Powdery aromas of vanilla and animal cracker cookies render any fruit scents as an afterthought. As per usual, Los Vascos is a citrusy wine with vague Sauvignon Blanc characteristics. Flavors of lime and green melon are racy, pithy and briny, and so is the finish.",Los Vascos,14,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2012 Los Vascos Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2012-los-vascos-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 13.9,White,US,"Barrel fermented in American oak (40% new), the notes of vanilla, butterscotch, and candle wax overshadow the tropical fruit notes. Full malolactic fermentation gives it a broad feel with the alcohol warming the finish.",Reserve Chardonnay,24,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Canoe Ridge 2011 Reserve Chardonnay Chardonnay (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-2011-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Chardonnay,2011,Canoe Ridge 13.9,White,US,"This 100% varietal wine is lightly aromatic with notes of toast, spice and apple. The oak aging (20% new French) helps provide a sense of roundness but the fruit concentration doesn't seem to stand up to it.",,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Apex 2011 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-2011-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Apex 14,Red,Chile,"This opens with hard, charred, rubbery aromas. The palate feels tangy and shear, with jumpy acidity that creates raw raspberry and herbal flavors. The finish is similar: bold acidity, oak-based toast notes and herbal red-fruit flavors.",,,85,Aconcagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2011 Pinot Noir (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2011-pinot-noir-aconcagua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Arboleda 13.5,White,Chile,"Aromas of passion fruit, tangerine, bell pepper and grass lead to a plump palate with soft acids. Flavors of pithy, slightly bitter green fruits, bell pepper and passion fruit end in a modest finish that rapidly loses steam.",Tama Vineyard Selection,15,85,Leyda Valley,,,Anakena 2012 Tama Vineyard Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anakena-2012-tama-vineyard-selection-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Anakena ,Red,France,"A fragrant, fruity wine, with fruit tannins, just a hint of wood and tight black-currant fruit. This is a dry wine, firm at the center and needing a year to round out.",,19,85,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Marsan 2011 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marsan-2011-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château de Marsan 13.5,Red,France,"This concentrated wine is heavy on the tannins and too light on the fruit. It has power, wood-aging richness and perhaps the potential to soften and round out after 4–5 years.",Cuvée Gallus,15,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château la France 2011 Cuvée Gallus (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-france-2011-cuvee-gallus-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château la France 14.4,Red,US,"The Southern Exposure wines come from the original Grandpere Vineyard planted well over a hundred years ago. In this expression the wine shows olive, tar brick and leather qualities and is juicy if not a touch disheveled, with a long spicy finish.",Southern Exposure,35,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),C.G. di Arie 2007 Southern Exposure Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cg-arie-2007-southern-exposure-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2007,C.G. di Arie 13.9,Red,US,"Bizarre for Tannat, which should be dry, tannic and leathery. Instead, this one's sweet, soft and fruity in raspberry and cherry jam.",The Musketeer,35,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Y Rousseau 2011 The Musketeer Tannat (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rousseau-2011-musketeer-other-red-tannat-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Tannat,2011,Y Rousseau 14.3,White,US,"Lots of oak in this wine. With buttered toast and butterscotch flavors, it overpowers the underlying orange and lemon fruit, which isn't strong enough to stand up under all that wood.",Origin,40,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Inception 2010 Origin Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inception-2010-origin-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Inception 11.5,Rose,Austria,"This is a lightly fruity wine with attractive red currant and raspberry flavors. It's bright, crisp, touched by vanilla and finished with citrus acidity. Screwcap.",Classic,17,85,Thermenregion,,,Fischer 2012 Classic Rosé (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fischer-2012-classic-rose-thermenregion/,Rosé,2012,Fischer 14.9,Red,US,"From the Double Canyon Vineyard, this herbal, stemmy Cabernet seems more like a Carmenère. The green and herbal character dominates, despite alcohol pushing near 15%.",,40,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Hawks View 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawks-view-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hawks View 10.5,Rose,Austria,"Fruity, light and strawberry flavored, this wine is just a touch off dry. Bright acidity gives it freshness and a citrus aftertaste. It's a wine for drinking this summer. Screwcap.",Biokult Rosé,13,85,Niederösterreich,,,Michlits 2012 Biokult Rosé Zweigelt (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michlits-2012-biokult-rose-other-red-zweigelt-niederosterreich/,Zweigelt,2012,Michlits 13.8,Red,US,"A unique blend of Syrah, Barbera, Malbec, Petit Verdot and Mourvèdre all aged in neutral oak, it's a straightforward, easy drinker with sweet notes of plum, cracked pepper and tire rubber.",Horsepower Proprietary,16,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,McKinley Springs 2009 Horsepower Proprietary Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mckinley-springs-2009-horsepower-proprietary-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2009,McKinley Springs 14.5,Red,Italy,"This shows ripe prune and oak aromas and hints of burnt rubber and smoke. The palate shows very ripe black fruit, espresso and a warm midpalate. This wine shows some green notes and finishes with bitter, astringent tannins.",,60,85,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mauro Molino 2009 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-molino-2009-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Mauro Molino 14,Red,Israel,"A light brick color in the glass, this is an accessible selection that offers easy aromas and flavors of red cherry, forest berry and a hint of rhubarb. Silky tannins dance on the palate, and a mocha flavor lingers softly on the finish.",,28,85,Judean Hills,,,Tzuba 2010 Pinot Noir (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tzuba-2010-pinot-noir-judean-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Tzuba 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Barolo reflects the difficult 2009 vintage with its combination of overripe and green sensations. The palate has some dark cherry flavor, but also a green, astringent character and a warm midpalate, while the finish is bitter and drying.",Vigna San Giacomo,80,85,Piedmont,Barolo,,Stroppiana 2009 Vigna San Giacomo (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stroppiana-2009-vigna-san-giacomo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2009,Stroppiana 11,White,Austria,"This fresh, fragrant wine is buoyed by citrus acidity and green apples. It's all fruit—light and bright—finishing with a tangy lemon-zest character. Screwcap.",Strauss White,12,85,Steiermark,,,Strauss 2012 Strauss White White (Steiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/strauss-2012-white-white-blend-austrian-steiermark/,Austrian white blend,2012,Strauss 14.5,Red,US,"Fruity, with plum flavors soaked in a good dose of vanilla, this is an easygoing wine for casual entertaining or everyday use. The blend includes 8% Syrah.",,9,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kirkland Signature 2011 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2011-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2011,Kirkland Signature 13,White,Austria,"This is a slightly spicy wine that's rounded and quite rich in style. It leans towards a tropical character although textured and still quite youthful. Give this attractive, ripe wine another six months or so to develop. Screwcap.",,,85,Niederösterreich,,,Markus Huber 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2012-sauvignon-blanc-niederosterreich/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Markus Huber 13.8,Red,US,"The silkiness and complexity of this wine are notable. The flavors are wonderful, with raspberry jam, pomegranates and persimmons subtlely touched by oak. There's a lot of acidity, but drink up, as this is not likely to age.",,32,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Jigar 2010 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jigar-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Jigar ,Red,France,"This solidly tannic wine is largely balanced by ample fruit. Perfumed and smoky, but with its dry wood and firm, extracted tannins, it is likely always to be a dry wine.",Michel Lynch,13,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Jean-Michel Cazes 2011 Michel Lynch (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-michel-cazes-2011-lynch-merlot-bordeaux/,Merlot,2011,Jean-Michel Cazes 13.5,Red,US,"The notes of ash, cherry, and plum are faint and soft in feel but it's well priced for the quality and delivers enough tannic heft to live up to its name.",Steak House,10,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Magnificent Wine Company 2010 Steak House Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnificent-wine-company-2010-steak-house-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Magnificent Wine Company 13.5,White,Chile,"Mild citrus aromas come with green notes. This is a medium-level Sauvignon Blanc without a lot of acidic snap. Melon and grapefruit flavors are friendly, simple and chunky, while overall this shows characterisitcs of a warm, bland vintage.",La Gloria,12,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Veramonte 2012 La Gloria Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramonte-2012-gloria-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Veramonte 14.2,Red,US,"Aggressive in tannins and concentrated in fruit, this Cab is a little rustic, but fine for drinking now. It's sweet in raisin, cassis, black pepper and oak flavors. Give it some time in the decanter.",J.D. Hurley,27,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Martin Ranch 2009 J.D. Hurley Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ranch-2009-jd-hurley-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Martin Ranch 14.8,Red,US,"This is huge in fruit, like Godzilla trampling skyscrapers underfoot. Yet it's so exquisitely balanced in all its parts, it possesses a Zen-like stillness at the center of all these massive, swirling elements. This is easily Williams Selyem's best Papera Zin yet. So rich in black raspberry jam, red currant, mocha, pepper and sweet sandalwood flavors, yet so focused, it just blows your mind.",Papera Vineyard,52,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2011 Papera Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2011-papera-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Williams Selyem ,Red,France,"Cedary but not objectionably so, with deep, intense black cherry fruit that flows to the fore. The mouthfeel falls somewhere sublime between velvet and silk, with some savory, slightly meaty notes on the lengthy finish. Drink now–2020+. Imported by Domaine Select Wine Estates, Dionysos Imports, North Berkeley Imports.",Les Safres,,94,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine le Clos du Caillou 2010 Les Safres Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-le-clos-caillou-2010-safres-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine le Clos du Caillou 15,Red,US,"This is a wonderful wine that has the dry complexity and tannic structure of a great Napa red, with rich layers of cherries, red currants, mocha and sweet smoky oak. Yet it's supple, with a deft drinkability. A brilliant interpretation of the variety, it's hard to keep from popping the cork now, but should age well for 8–10 years.",No. 17,150,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,JCB 2010 No. 17 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jcb-2010-no-17-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2010,JCB 14.6,Red,US,"Serious cellar Cabernet here. It's eruptive with jammy, blackberries, cherries and black currants, with a delicious edge of dark chocolate. The new oak adds spicy, pungent notes of buttered toast and caramel. Yet it's also very tannic. So balanced and finessed, this Cab should have no trouble negotiating the next 10-plus years. Maybe longer. Much longer.",Lampyridae Vineyards,100,94,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Communication Block 2010 Lampyridae Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/communication-block-2010-lampyridae-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Communication Block 14,Red,Portugal,"Long wood aging is the secret behind this smooth, complex wine. It has softened the dark fruits giving both richness and the potential for considerable aging. Dense and powerful, keep this fine wine for at least six years.",Herdade da Pimenta Grande Escolha,40,93,Alentejano,,,Herdade de São Miguel 2010 Herdade da Pimenta Grande Escolha Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-sao-miguel-2010-pimenta-grande-escolha-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2010,Herdade de São Miguel 13,White,France,"From very stony soil, this wine has a tense structure. It is nervy, the citrus and white fruits striated with minerality. It's certainly a fine wine and one for aging over at least five years.",Les Chevalières,79,93,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Jean-Philippe Fichet 2011 Les Chevalières (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-philippe-fichet-2011-chevalieres-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Jean-Philippe Fichet 13,Red,France,"This is structured and rich with ripe fruits as well as some firm tannins. There's a cool feel to it, mineral in texture with a juicy finish. The tannins give an ageworthy character to the wine, so age for at least six years.",Cent Vignes Premier Cru,54,93,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine des Croix 2011 Cent Vignes Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-des-croix-2011-cent-vignes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine des Croix 14.8,Red,US,"This is a superb California Grenache. Few are, but with this bottling, Landmark sets the bar high. Delicately textured with silky tannins and flavors of raspberry, fig, bacon and sweet, smoky oak flavors. Complex and enormously drinkable, it's made from 100% Grenache, and there's not a trace of the sweet or green imbalance that can mar this variety.",Steel Plow Estate Vineyard,35,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Landmark 2010 Steel Plow Estate Vineyard Grenache (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-2010-steel-plow-estate-vineyard-grenache-sonoma-valley/,Grenache,2010,Landmark 13,Red,France,"This is a delicious wine already offering great ripe swathes of red fruits as well as soft tannins. There is a warm feel to the wine with a rounded texture and tannins that come through slowly, promising positive development over 3–6 years.",Les Boutières,48,92,Burgundy,Aloxe-Corton,,Domaine des Croix 2011 Les Boutières (Aloxe-Corton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-des-croix-2011-boutieres-pinot-noir-aloxe-corton/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine des Croix 14.4,Red,US,"This is a good value. It's tannins, weight and intensity of cassis-liqueur flavor brings it right up there with some of Napa's more expensive Cabs. Rich and flashy for drinking now and over the next 4–5 years.",,35,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Atalon 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atalon-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Atalon ,Red,Portugal,"An earthy wine, solid with its tannins and very firm to taste. The texture is dense, solid and powerful, bringing out blackberry and plum fruits to great effect. It's ripe, full-bodied and needing to age for 3–4 years.",Vinha Mãe,35,92,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Chocapalha 2009 Vinha Mãe Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-chocapalha-2009-vinha-mae-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta de Chocapalha 15.2,Red,Argentina,"Like most Cobos wines, this pours on the richness along with deep aromas and flavors. Scents of cola, black cherry, baking spices and toast lead to a quasi syrupy palate with knife-and-fork thickness. Flavors of cream, toast and mint set up a second layer of baked black fruit. Finally, this heavyweight finishes with density, creamy richness and burnt toast notes. Drink now through 2017; 65 cases made.",Bramare Marchiori Vineyard,75,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Cobos 2010 Bramare Marchiori Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cobos-2010-bramare-marchiori-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Viña Cobos 14.7,Red,US,"Big, big, big Syrah, offering an explosion of blackberry jam, blueberry pie, dark chocolate and currant flavors, with the meaty, charred-bone character of a fine, cool-climate Syrah. The tannins are firm and the acidity brisk. This young, dramatic wine wants some years in the cellar to tone down. Best after 2016.",,60,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vagabond 2010 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vagabond-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2010,Vagabond 13.1,Red,US,"The excellent Maresh vineyard is the source here (with one additional barrel from 20-year-old vines at Nysa). Simply delicious right from the start, this delicate, captivating wine opens with lightly floral aromas, moves into sweet cherry and raspberry fruit, then brings in sharply-defined herbal details. It's complex and inviting, with many years of life ahead.",Audrey,69,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Scott Paul 2010 Audrey Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-paul-2010-audrey-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Scott Paul 12,Dessert,US,"This is tremendously sweet and rich with apricot and orange liqueur, honey and vanilla bean flavors. It slams into the sweet tooth with power, but is balanced by crisp acidity and control. Made for drinking now.",Late Harvest,45,92,California,California Other,California,Envy 2009 Late Harvest Semillon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envy-2009-late-harvest-semillon-semillon-other/,Sémillon,2009,Envy 14.5,Red,France,"Bright red cherry fruit leads the way in this slightly high-toned wine. Red peppercorns make an appearance, as do piny, herbal notes that add welcome complexity. Crisply structured, with several years of aging capacity.",,39,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Nalys 2010 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nalys-2010-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine de Nalys 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a firm, terroir-driven wine that has a dense core of firm tannins as well as serious black fruits. With its wood aging element and concentrated black plum and damson flavors, this is obviously for long-term aging. Give it at least five years.",Colheita,22,92,Douro,,,Duorum 2011 Colheita Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duorum-2011-colheita-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2011,Duorum 14,Red,US,"This is a fine wine that shows its terroir. It's bone dry, moderate in alcohol, and with lovely acidity. The flavors suggest open fields of lavender and thyme, wild strawberries and cherries, and richer, spicier notes of red licorice. A classic Ridge blend of Zinfandel, Carignane and other varieties, it's one of the most complex and enjoyable wines of its type in California.",Geyserville,38,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ridge 2011 Geyserville Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2011-geyserville-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2011,Ridge 13,Red,France,"Sourced from a small parcel of vines surrounded by grand and premier crus, this is powerful, solid and very structured. It's dry, but rich, and full of red plum and berry flavors. It's definitely a wine for aging, over at least six years.",Les Damaudes,74,92,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Manuel Olivier 2010 Les Damaudes (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2010-damaudes-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2010,Manuel Olivier 14,White,US,"Lots of ripe, forward orange, sweet Meyer lemon, apricot and green apple fruit in this delicious Chardonnay. The grapes are a winemaker's selection of some of Dutton's best vineyards. Oak adds the perfect touch of buttered toast, while crisp acidity keeps the richness zesty clean. Even though it's pricey, it's an exceptionally lovely wine to drink now, especially with crab.",Kyndall's Reserve,38,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2011 Kyndall's Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2011-kyndalls-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Dutton Estate 13,Red,France,"This is a rich wine that's juicy and fruity. It does have a firm structure with spice and wood, as well as a fine complexity. From 60 year old vines, it has great concentration and good potential over at leat five years.",En Caradeux Premier Cru,37,92,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Domaine Luc et Lise Pavelot 2011 En Caradeux Premier Cru (Pernand-Vergelesses),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-luc-lise-pavelot-2011-en-caradeux-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pernand-vergelesses/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Luc et Lise Pavelot 13,White,France,"The delicious acidity of the vintage is well reflected in this crisp, pure-fruit wine, with its citrus and orange peel flavors. The wine is just brushed with wood flavors and hints of honey, finishing bright while ripe.",,116,92,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 2010 Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2010-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine Leflaive ,Red,France,"Featuring bright, spicy red-fruit aromas, this is an exciting wine just to smell. Add in flavors of raspberry and cream, a lush texture, ample weight and a long-spice-driven finish, and you've got the whole package, at a realistic price. So ready and easy to drink now, it's reasonable to question its ageability, but on the other hand, why wait?",,48,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Pierre Usseglio et Fils 2010 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pierre-usseglio-fils-2010-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine Pierre Usseglio et Fils 13,Red,France,"A blend of four parcels, vinified together, this wine is rich and ripe with an edge of tannins as well as already enjoyable fruit. The structure only shows slowly, offering the potential that this delicious wine will age over at least five years.",Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,François Bertheau 2011 Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-bertheau-2011-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2011,François Bertheau 14.4,Red,US,"An inaugural release from veteran Napa winemaker Wayne Donaldson. The wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, and shows the modern signature of ripe, smooth tannins and rich blackberry, cassis, chocolate and cedar flavors. Delicious now, it should hang in there for six years.",,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Eonian 2010 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eonian-2010-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Eonian 14,Red,Spain,"This dark-leaning RDD is a powerful wine with mossy aromas of graphite, blackberry and campfire. The palate is intense and racy, with firm tannins and acidic bite. A tight, pounding flavor profile with blackberry, baked plum, vanilla and tobacco ends with oak-based vanilla flavors matched against leftover tannins and tartaric sizzle. Keep this aggressive wine on its side for another two years, then drink through 2025.",Gran Tábula,89,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas y Viñedos Tábula 2009 Gran Tábula (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-vinedos-tabula-2009-gran-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas y Viñedos Tábula 15,Red,Argentina,"Caro is a blend of 60% Malbec and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon. This vintage is balanced from the beginning. Black fruit, oak, balsamic complexity and floral hints define the bouquet. The nose is backed by a firm palate with plump edges and dark, oaky flavors of blackberry, vanilla and spice. Some heat rises up on the finish; drink through 2018.",Caro,63,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodegas Caro 2010 Caro Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-caro-2010-caro-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2010,Bodegas Caro 14.5,White,US,"This is the most expensive of Rochioli's new Chardonnays. It also tastes the oakiest, although the amount of new oak is only 30%. On the plus side is crisp acidity, fine minerality and a solid core of green apples, Meyer lemons and pears. The wine may be going through a rough patch. If you have a cellar, try giving it 4–6 years.",Rachael's Vineyard,72,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J. Rochioli 2011 Rachael's Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rochioli-2011-rachaels-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,J. Rochioli 13,White,France,"This is a richly fruity wine, its pear and apple flavors rounded out with white peach. It has acidity that balances the ripeness and brings out the complex mineral structure. A fine wine that will benefit from 4–5 years' aging.",Les Reversées Premier Cru,84,92,Burgundy,Beaune,,Jean-Luc and Paul Aegerter 2011 Les Reversées Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-paul-aegerter-2011-reversees-premier-cru-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,2011,Jean-Luc and Paul Aegerter 13.9,Red,US,"A rich fruitiness pervades this wine with waves of blueberry and cherry pie, dark chocolate and a splash of heady cassis liqueur. Plenty of new French oak shows up, in the form of caramel. The tannins are sturdy, but surprisingly supple for a Diamond Mountain Cabernet. You can drink it now, but there's no reason it shouldn't glidepath over the next 8–10 years.",,50,92,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,JD 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jd-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,JD 13,White,France,"This rich, generous wine, always a favorite Premier Cru, offers full-bodied character. With yellow stone fruits, acidity that cuts through the rich texture and a light creaminess, it will age for 3–5 years.",Mont de Milieu Premier Cru,35,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2011 Mont de Milieu Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2011-mont-milieu-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,La Chablisienne 18,Fortified,Portugal,"This aged Moscatel shows great concentration. It has an old feel to it as well as a wood and smoke character, with considerable density. The wine is mature, rich and complex.",Colheita,40,92,Moscatel de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2000 Colheita (Moscatel de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2000-colheita-muscat-moscatel-moscatel-setubal/,Moscatel,2000,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 14.9,Red,US,"There's a beautiful delicacy to this Pinot Noir, despite fairly high alcohol. Yet there's nothing light about the fruit. Waves of raspberry and cherry jam, ripe persimmons and pomegranates flood the mouth, satisfying and delicious. Good as it is now, it should develop over the next 5–6 years.",Nine Barrel,90,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Crema 2010 Nine Barrel Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2010-nine-barrel-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,La Crema 14,White,US,"Another great Viognier from Jaffurs, continuing the winery's string of successful releases. As in the past, it's ultrarich in tropical fruit, peach, buttercream, vanilla, honeysuckle and cinnamon spice flavors, yet for all the richness, it finishes dry and minerally. Seems a little more acidic than in the past, which is a good, balancing thing.",,27,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2011 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2011-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2011,Jaffurs 13.9,White,US,"Jaffurs is very successful at this Rhône variety, consistently producing a wine that's not just rich, but tangy in acidity. This '11 is one of their best, with low alcohol, vanilla cream and honey flavors. What a great, easy wine to drink almost anytime.",Thompson Vineyard,27,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2011 Thompson Vineyard Grenache Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2011-thompson-vineyard-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Grenache Blanc,2011,Jaffurs 14,Red,Portugal,"An impressive wine that includes Cabernet Sauvignon in its blend. It has weight, complex tannins and powerful fruit that was fermented in open lagars. New wood is still an important element and those imparted notes need time to soften. Give this wine at least five years.",Reserva,30,92,Alentejano,,,Herdade de São Miguel 2010 Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-sao-miguel-2010-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2010,Herdade de São Miguel 14.5,Red,US,"Complex and well-structured as always, Craig's '10 Affinity is a good followup to their ageable 2009. It's dry, tannic and elegantly structured, with a firm minerality anchoring blackberry and plum fruit flavors. Don't drink it now; give it until 2018 to let it begin to express itself.",Affinity,55,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Craig 2010 Affinity Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-2010-affinity-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Robert Craig 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A smooth wine, richly structured with tannins and blackberry flavors. The wood is already well integrated, giving a solid base for the concentrated fruit and spice. Named after the bullfighting tradition of the Tejo region, the wine should age for at least four years.",Cabeça de Toiro Reserva,16,92,Tejo,,,Caves Velhas 2010 Cabeça de Toiro Reserva Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-velhas-2010-cabeca-toiro-reserva-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Caves Velhas 13,White,France,"Lightly touched by wood, this is a crisp, spice- and apricot-flavored wine. It has a lively feel, laced with acidity and tautly structured. With its mineral texture and young fruitiness, it needs to age for 3–4 years.",Fourchaume Premier Cru,33,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2011 Fourchaume Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2011-fourchaume-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,La Chablisienne 13.5,Red,US,"Veteran Tony Rynders makes this wine, a lush mash-up of aromas running from mint to blackberry to cola. It's a wine of power and finesse, that leads you down a most interesting flavor trail, with licorice and black tea dominating a long finish.",,48,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Saffron Fields Vineyard 2010 Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saffron-fields-vineyard-2010-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2010,Saffron Fields Vineyard 14.9,Red,US,"Incredibly rich and dense with blackberry jam, chocolate and cassis liqueur flavors, yet still dry, this Cabernet defines the modern style of balanced extraction. The vineyard is in the easterly Vaca Mountains, and this 2010 is one of its finest, most ageworthy expressions. Drink now–2020.",Cloudy's Vineyard,100,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Janzen 2010 Cloudy's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/janzen-2010-cloudys-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Janzen 13.8,Red,US,"Jaffurs ventures west of their usual haunt in the Santa Ynez Valley to source fruit from this cool-climate site in the Santa Rita Hills. The result is their most brisk, tart Syrah. But it shows the winery's signature authority, with richly textured blackberry, black pepper, Dr. Pepper cola, crisped bacon and smoky oak flavors. Superb, and delicious for drinking now.",Ampelos Vineyard,46,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Jaffurs 2010 Ampelos Vineyard Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2010-ampelos-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Syrah,2010,Jaffurs 14.5,Red,US,"This Cabernet Franc hails from the Vaca Mountains, in eastern Oakville. It does not show the typically powerful, ripe, roasted fruit of the Cabernet Sauvignons from there. Instead, it's a delicate wine, with subtle cherry fruit that has a slightly green, herbal, tea-like note. It's an elegant, feminine wine of great charm that should develop in the bottle for 4–5 more years.",,60,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Ziata 2009 Cabernet Franc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ziata-2009-cabernet-franc-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Ziata 11.5,White,Portugal,"Made from the Loureiro grape in the Lima valley of northern Portugal, this wood-aged wine is far from the Vinho Verde from neighboring producers. It's full, spicy, rich, and smooth. Yes, there is fine citrus acidity, but that's at the service of a beautiful, complex texture. Age for another year.",Escolha,26,92,Minho,,,Quinta do Ameal 2011 Escolha Loureiro (Minho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ameal-2011-escolha-portuguese-white-loureiro-minho/,Loureiro,2011,Quinta do Ameal 8.2,Dessert,US,"Fantastically sweet, with honey, apricot, tangerine, peach and golden-currant flavors. Wonderful acidity and a hint of minerals provide balance to the richness. Winemaker Bob Cabral suggests pairing with fruit-based desserts and cheeses.",Vista Verde Vineyard Late Harvest,40,92,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Williams Selyem 2011 Vista Verde Vineyard Late Harvest Gewürztraminer (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2011-vista-verde-vineyard-late-harvest-gewurztraminer-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Williams Selyem 14.2,Red,US,"A first-class Cabernet, this shows a heady concentration of blackberries and cassis, yet there also are fascinating notes of olives and savory dried herbs that are Bordeaux-esque. The tannins are strong and pure, suggesting ageability. Give it 6–8 years in the cellar.",Oso Vineyard,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Emblem 2009 Oso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emblem-2009-oso-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Emblem 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This is one big, warm, flush Malbec. The nose deals blackberry, chocolate, cookie and baking-spice aromas in front of a plush, round palate that's a touch tannic and chewy, but not too much so. Flavors of berry filled pastry, toast and chocolate cake end with tannic grip and richness. Drink now through 2017.",FLM Gran Reserva 540,60,92,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Finca Los Maza 2009 FLM Gran Reserva 540 Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-los-maza-2009-flm-gran-reserva-540-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2009,Finca Los Maza 14.5,Red,US,"Shows the winery's signature of ripe, extravagant fruit, extracted with blackberries, cherries, currants and licorice. The finish is thoroughly dry. There's a rusticity in the tannins, which should smooth out over the next 6–10 years. The grapes are from the warm, inland Pope Valley region.",Wild Boar Vineyard,85,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2010 Wild Boar Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2010-wild-boar-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Flora Springs 14,Red,Argentina,"With pure blackberry aromas and earthy subtleties, this is showing a lot for the price. The palate on this blend of Malbec, Petit Verdot and Tannat is grabby but under control, while flavors of coffee, licorice, mint and black fruits conclude on a spicy, complex, mildly oaky finish with modest clamp and tannic bite. Drink this winner now through 2018.",Trisagio,28,92,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Benvenuto de la Serna 2008 Trisagio Red (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benvenuto-serna-2008-trisagio-red-uco-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Benvenuto de la Serna 13,Red,France,"A very perfumed wine, this is graceful with soft, fruity acids layered with smoky tannins. Very beautiful.",Vieilles Vignes,60,92,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine Marc Roy 2011 Vieilles Vignes (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marc-roy-2011-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Marc Roy ,Red,France,"This isn't the biggest or richest Châteauneuf-du-Pape, but it has soaring aromas of garrigue and cherries, plenty of intensity and a firm structure. It's powerful, long and complex. Drink 2015–2025.",Tradition,46,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Bosquet des Papes 2010 Tradition Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosquet-papes-2010-tradition-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Bosquet des Papes 14.5,Red,US,"This dark, dense Cabernet Sauvignon is extraordinarily concentrated, with blackberry and black currant fruit, and superripe suggestions of raisins. It's very dry and tannic, but should achieve elegance and balance with 6–8 years in the cellar.",Helena Dakota Vineyard,75,92,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Anakota 2009 Helena Dakota Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anakota-2009-helena-dakota-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Anakota 14.7,Red,US,"Huge in blackberry, currant and dark chocolate flavors, yet locked down by sturdy tannins. Shows indisputable pedigree in the balance and complexity. Good now, with airing, but give it 3–4 years in the cellar to get even better.",Saralee's Vineyard,30,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arrowood 2010 Saralee's Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2010-saralees-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2010,Arrowood 14.9,Red,US,"This is deliciously drinkable now despite firm tannins that give it a bite of astringency. Blackberry, cherry, currant and chocolate flavors testify to it's ideal ripeness. Should glidepath in its evolution until 2020 or so.",Reserve Speciale,90,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Arrowood 2009 Reserve Speciale Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2009-reserve-speciale-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Arrowood 14.5,Red,Argentina,"With interesting aromas of pine, herbs, juniper and tree bark matched against blueberry and prune, this blend of 65% Malbec, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot is ripped on the palate, with fine flavors of wild berry, spice and herbs. A lively finish ultimately softens with flavors of chocolate and baked berry. Drink through 2018.",Amano Remolinos Vineyard,60,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Decero 2010 Amano Remolinos Vineyard Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-decero-2010-amano-remolinos-vineyard-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2010,Finca Decero 14.5,Red,US,"Trilogy is the wine that made Flora Springs famous, and it's still excellent. Remarkable for its rich approachability, with fabulously ripe berry, cherry, cassis and chocolate flavors that drink beautifully now, and will continue to be delightful a few more years.",Trilogy,75,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2010 Trilogy Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2010-trilogy-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Flora Springs 14.8,Red,US,"This is a fine Cabernet, dry and complex, with beautiful Napa tannins. It has layers of blackberries, currants and mocha, and the oak is apparent. There are some overripe raisins in there, but nothing the wine can't handle. With a ripe, spicy finish, it drinks well now, but will be better after 2018.",,75,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Paul Hobbs 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-hobbs-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Paul Hobbs 14.9,Red,US,"Miro is building an impressive track record for Zinfandel, putting to shame many others that cost far more. This '11 is as good as anything they've done, and defines Dry Creek Valley with its ripe, briary berry, tobacco, cocoa and spice flavors. Smooth in tannins and bright with acidity, it's beautiful to drink now with beef in almost any form.",Wolcott-Bevill & Piccetti,26,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Miro 2011 Wolcott-Bevill & Piccetti Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miro-2011-wolcott-bevill-piccetti-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Miro ,Red,France,"Cherry, coffee and vanilla notes mark the bouquet, while the flavors follow in a similar vein, all dark cherry and mocha. It's lush in texture, with a long, velvety finish. Purist might call it a bit oaky, but it's delicious nonetheless. Drink now–2018. Imported by Classic Wine Imports, Noble Wine, Touton Selections, Country Vintner, Purveyor of Fine Wines.",,,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Chante-Perdrix 2010 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chante-perdrix-2010-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine Chante-Perdrix 13,White,France,"From the lower portion of Meursault Charmes, but not a premier cru. There is great concentration here from 86 year-old vines, with elegant structure, acidity and a touch of butter and vanilla from the wood to smooth it. Full in the mouth, it's a ripe wine.",Les Gruyaches,79,92,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Jean-Philippe Fichet 2011 Les Gruyaches (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-philippe-fichet-2011-gruyaches-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Jean-Philippe Fichet ,Red,France,"Full-bodied and complex, this is a very drinkable Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Balanced and velvety rather than overly ripe or rich, it artfully combines cherry and garrigue notes. Drink it over the next several years.",,,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Clos Saint Michel 2010 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-saint-michel-2010-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Clos Saint Michel 13.5,Red,Italy,"A beautiful wine (packaged with one of Italy's most ornate labels), this Chianti Classico riserva opens with lush aromas of black cherry and plum backed by balanced notes of spice and tobacco. The wine shows the traditions of Tuscany and Sangiovese through the prism of modern winemaking.",Rocca Guicciarda Riserva,29,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Barone Ricasoli 2009 Rocca Guicciarda Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-ricasoli-2009-rocca-guicciarda-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Barone Ricasoli 14.5,Red,Argentina,"For high-end Malbec from Mendoza, this has a slightly exotic tilt. Blueberry, licorice, lemon peel and pastis-like aromas lead to a forward, full-bodied palate that's round as a beach ball but not at all out of shape. Focused flavors of blueberry, boysenberry and toast finish with weight and complexity. Drink this lovely Malbec through 2017; contains 5% Syrah; 140 cases made.",Reserva,40,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Solo Contigo 2010 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solo-contigo-2010-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Solo Contigo 13.5,Red,US,"This is Saintsbury's basic Pinot Noir and its least expensive, but it's actually their most easily drinkable. It's a joy to experience with loads of raspberries and cherries, hints of mushrooms and cola, crisp acidity, and enriched with a touch of sweet, smoky oak. The alcohol is nice and moderate. Drink now.",,36,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2010 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2010-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Saintsbury 14.5,Red,US,"Marked by silky elegance and an austere architecture, this Pinot shows what cool-climate Carneros does in a cool vintage. Aeration brings the wine to life with a burst of red cherries and currants. Shows all the hallmarks of an ageable wine, so give it a good 6–8 years.",Brown Ranch,72,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2010 Brown Ranch Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2010-brown-ranch-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Saintsbury 13,White,France,The cool character of Pernand is well illustrated in this steely wine. It's fruit character is enhanced by a fine modicum of wood to give a fresh yet full-bodied character. The wine needs aging over at least five years.,Creux de la Net Premier Cru,65,92,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Jean-Luc and Paul Aegerter 2011 Creux de la Net Premier Cru (Pernand-Vergelesses),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-paul-aegerter-2011-creux-net-premier-cru-chardonnay-pernand-vergelesses/,Chardonnay,2011,Jean-Luc and Paul Aegerter 14.5,Red,US,"The 2011 vintage of the Three Corner has yielded a very fine wine, dry and medium bodied, with raspberry and cherry fruit flavors. It's elusive now, not showing its best. Give it 6–8 years to reveal its inner beauty.",Three Corner,80,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J. Rochioli 2011 Three Corner Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rochioli-2011-three-corner-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,J. Rochioli 13.9,Red,US,"A great Petite Sirah that preserves the variety's rich power, yet reins it in toward elegance. It's enormously concentrated in ripe blueberry and cherry pie fruit, spiced with black pepper, and wrapped into thick but soft tannins. There's a ripeness to the finish that makes it succulent, but it's dry in style. Compelling and delicious, it drinks beautifully now",,26,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Miro 2011 Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miro-2011-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2011,Miro 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Like Solo Contigo's Reserva, this is rich and dense up front, with aromas of earth, cola, licorice and fine herbs. For what can best be described as a monster wine, the palate deals zesty kick in support of blackberry, rosemary, dark spice and chocolate flavors. A tight finish with firm tannins and depth is the final act. Drink through 2018; contains 10% Cab Franc and 5% Syrah; 75 cases made.",Colección,56,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Solo Contigo 2010 Colección Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solo-contigo-2010-coleccion-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Solo Contigo 14.1,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet is an inaugural release from the winery that shows lots of promise. Made in the cult style, it's soft, opulent and delicious. It tastes higher in alcohol than labeled, and is lush in blackberries, black currants and dark chocolate. Beautiful now, and could develop well for up to 10 years.",Twenty Seven Fathoms,75,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silver Trident 2010 Twenty Seven Fathoms Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-trident-2010-twenty-seven-fathoms-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Silver Trident 13,White,US,"One of the most Chablis-like Chardonnays California has ever produced, of Premier Cru status. The alcohol officially is a mere 13% by volume, the wine is very dry, and there are mineral and slightly herbal flavors. Yet on the midpalate there's an explosion of California pears, limes and tropical fruits.",Jack's Hill,22,92,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Le P'tit Paysan 2011 Jack's Hill Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-ptit-paysan-2011-jacks-hill-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Le P'tit Paysan 13.5,Red,US,"Brooding and tannic, this Cab is hard to appreciate now. But it's massively rich and concentrated with blackberry and cassis flavors, and the overall balance suggests aging. Drink from 2017 and beyond.",Grand Reserve,35,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kendall-Jackson 2010 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2010-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Kendall-Jackson 14.2,Red,US,"A serious Pinot Noir for aging, yet it's so succulent now in raspberries and cherries, it's hard to resist drinking it. The acid-tannin balance showcases the terroir, with a brisk minerality keeping all the ripe fruit and oak balanced. Give it 4–5 years in a good cellar.",Double L Vineyard,54,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2011 Double L Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2011-double-l-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Morgan 15.5,Red,US,"This is dazzlingly rich and delicious. It swamps the mouth with ripe blackberry and cherry jam, cassis liqueur, chocolate and sweet new oak flavors, wrapped into fine tannins, and brightened with just-in-time acidity. High alcohol creates some heat, and it's not an ager, so drink now–2015.",No. 1,200,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,JCB 2010 No. 1 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jcb-2010-no-1-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,JCB 14.7,Red,US,"A beautiful Syrah, lovely to drink now for its rich, ripe array of blackberries, cherries, blueberries, currants and spices. The acidity is great, but the nicest thing about it is the tannin structure—so complex, soft and textured. The vineyard is in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley.",Larner Vineyard,46,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2010 Larner Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2010-larner-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,Jaffurs 14.5,Red,US,"Ehlers is one of those Napa wineries that flies below the radar, but insiders get it. This Merlot, which comes from the St. Helena estate, is dry and tannic, yet shows the sensual softness you want in Merlot, with sweet tiers of cherries, red currants, mocha and spicy persimmons.",,45,92,California,Napa,St. Helena,Ehlers Estate 2010 Merlot (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehlers-estate-2010-merlot-napa-st-helena/,Merlot,2010,Ehlers Estate 14,Red,Portugal,"This is an excellent wine that is so well balanced. The tannins, the ripe black fruits and the complex structure are all firmly in place. This blend, dominated by Alicante Bouschet, is ripe, juicy, already delicious, but with the potential to age well.",Parus,42,92,Península de Setúbal,,,Herdade da Comporta 2010 Parus Red (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-comporta-2010-parus-red-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese Red,2010,Herdade da Comporta 13.5,Red,Portugal,"With just a hint of cool climate Lisboa, this is an impressively structured wine. It has fine tannins, perfumed black fruits and a dense texture that goes right to the core of the wine. This is rich while offering a finely etched character. Age for 4–5 years.",Quinta de Pancas Reserva,30,92,Lisboa,,,Companhia das Quintas 2010 Quinta de Pancas Reserva Touriga Nacional (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2010-quinta-pancas-reserva-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-lisboa/,Touriga Nacional,2010,Companhia das Quintas 14.9,Red,US,"A blend sourced from three vineyards, this Cabernet Sauvignon is intense with black currants, with plenty of new oak and hard tannins. Thoroughly dry, it's a bit hot in alcohol. Hold until 2018 and see what it does.",Syn3rgy,65,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,B Cellars 2010 Syn3rgy Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2010-syn3rgy-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,B Cellars 14.9,Red,US,"The Cabernet Sauvignon is from Calistoga, while the Syrah hails from Coombsville. It's a wise blending decision, combining the ripe chocolate and blackberry flavors of a warm climate with the fine acidity and earthiness of a cooler one. The wine is dry, but very tannic. Give it up to 10 years to mellow.",Blend 25 Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,64,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,B Cellars 2010 Blend 25 Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2010-blend-25-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2010,B Cellars 13.5,Red,Italy,"Not a blend of grapes but a blend of wines, 30 Vendemmie is equal parts I Sodi, Coloniale and Poggio al Merli—the three great wines of this estate. It shows dark richness and concentration with bold cherry and blackberry backed by spice and a soft, chocolaty finish.",30 Vendemmie,100,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castellare di Castellina 2007 30 Vendemmie Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2007-30-vendemmie-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Castellare di Castellina 14.6,Red,US,"This is a fine 100% Cabernet that's solidly in the cult style of soft, lush tannins, ripe fruit and new oak. It's rich and extracted, with blackberries, currants, dark chocolate and spicy plum flavors that are heady and delicious. Despite all that, there's subtlety.",Collinetta Vineyard,85,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rocca 2009 Collinetta Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-2009-collinetta-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Rocca 15,Red,Italy,"A pure expression of Cabernet Sauvignon from one of the most historic estates in Tuscany, Il Pareto would make a worthy partner to a succulent steak or roast beef. Dark fruit and cherry is enhanced by leather and tobacco for a super long and luscious finish.",Il Pareto,86,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Nozzole 2009 Il Pareto Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-nozzole-2009-il-pareto-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Tenuta di Nozzole 14,Red,Portugal,"From the best Touriga Nacional vines at Chocapalha, this exceptional wine is firm and tannic while also elegant. It has great black fruits, perfumes, a structured character and density. With all these characteristics, it's no surprise the wine should age for at least another 5–6 years.",CH de Chocapalha,59,93,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Chocapalha 2009 CH de Chocapalha Touriga Nacional (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-chocapalha-2009-ch-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-lisboa/,Touriga Nacional,2009,Quinta de Chocapalha 15,Red,US,"A brilliant Merlot, showing the intense complexity of its mountain terroir. There's a briary wildness to the blackberry and cassis liqueur flavors that's molten in concentration. Sweet, toasty oak provides additional richness. Very fine, but needs time. Give it 5–6 years to mellow.",,75,93,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Mt. Brave 2009 Merlot (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-brave-2009-merlot-napa-mount-veeder/,Merlot,2009,Mt. Brave 14.1,Red,US,"This is a beautiful wine, dry, rich and complex. It may not have quite the depth of Lynmar's block bottlings from the estate vineyard, but shares their character. Notable for upfront raspberry, cherry and red currant fruit, it's balanced by firm tannins and mouthwatering acidity. Drink now–2017.",Quail Hill Vineyard,60,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2011 Quail Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2011-quail-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Lynmar 13,Red,France,"A big, spicy wine, that's very rich for the vintage with the soft and round character of Beaune wines. Red fruits mask the fact that there is also power and concentration and a good aging potential over at least six years.",Clos des Mouches Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Nicolas Rossignol 2011 Clos des Mouches Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nicolas-rossignol-2011-clos-mouches-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Nicolas Rossignol 14.1,Red,US,"Seven-plus years of aging have been kind to this single-vineyard Cabernet. Blended with a drop of Petit Verdot, it's rich and soft with black currant and dark chocolate flavors that are mellow and complex. Should continue to develop bottle complexity for another 5–10 years.",Aquilo North Wind,65,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Gershon Bachus 2005 Aquilo North Wind Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gershon-bachus-2005-aquilo-north-wind-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Gershon Bachus 13,Red,France,"The wine is certainly structured, but in this vintage it is more about bright fruits and acidity. It shines with black berries and dark plums, and it's very ripe and full in the mouth. A dry core with great freshness at the end.",Les Charmes Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,François Bertheau 2011 Les Charmes Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-bertheau-2011-charmes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2011,François Bertheau ,Red,France,"This wine—a classically styled blend of 65% Grenache and 20% Syrah, with the remainder being Mourvèdre and Cinsault—bursts with intoxicating aromas of potpourri and ripe cherries. The tannins are soft, giving it a lush, creamy mouthfeel and a delicate finish that still retains a sense of power.",,49,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château de la Font du Loup 2010 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-font-loup-2010-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Château de la Font du Loup 11,White,US,"A rich and varied Riesling from vines planted in 1965, this mingles luscious, almost candied citrus fruits with tangerine, pekoe tea, spices and hints of tropical fruit. A terrific value.",Estate,18,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2012 Estate Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2012-estate-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2012,David Hill 14.7,Red,US,"This is a big Cabernet that's dark, dry and tannic. It locks the palate down with astringency now, but it's so complex, and so power packed with blackberries, cassis and dark chocolate, it should have no trouble negotiating the next ten years, maybe longer.",Eileen,85,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chiarello Family Vineyards 2009 Eileen Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiarello-family-2009-eileen-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Chiarello Family Vineyards 14.5,Red,Portugal,"This beautiful 15th century quinta was originally planted with Bordeaux grapes in the 1970s. It gives an original interpretation of Bordeaux; it's rich and juicy, retaining black currant fruit alongside dry tannins and a solid structure. It's a fine wine that deserves aging—give it 5–6 years or more.",Quinta da Bacalhôa,50,93,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2010 Quinta da Bacalhôa Red (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2010-quinta-red-peninsula-setubal/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 18.5,Dessert,Portugal,"Aged for 10 years in former malt-whisky barrels, this is a beautiful, woody, smoky and sweetly rich wine. It has perfumes, a hint of initial fruitiness that is then given complexity and a delicious smooth texture. Not for aging, ready to drink now.",Bacalhôa,50,93,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2001 Bacalhôa Moscatel Roxo (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2001-bacalhoa-portuguese-red-moscatel-roxo-peninsula-setubal/,Moscatel Roxo,2001,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 14.8,Red,US,"A gorgeous Cabernet, this is easily the winery's best yet. They held it back long enough to let it mellow, so that it's softly tannic, with blackberry fruit just turning the corner towards complexity. Probably near its peak now, it should be enjoyed over the next year or two.",,65,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Black Stallion 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-stallion-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Black Stallion 14.5,White,US,"Notable for its dry crispness and minerality, like a fine Chablis. Yet it's power-packed with fruit that speaks of California sunshine. Nectarines, green apples, Asian pears and honey all come together with concentrated intensity. The block in the estate vineyard is close to the Russian River, hence the name.",South River,60,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J. Rochioli 2011 South River Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rochioli-2011-south-river-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,J. Rochioli 15.1,Red,US,"Shows spectacular ripeness, with flavors ranging from ripe blackberries and currants to mocha, moo shu plum sauce, sautéed mushrooms and gingersnap cookies. All this is folded into firm but gentle tannins, brightened by brisk acidity and enriched by a gentle touch of oak. A beautiful Syrah for drinking now and over the next few years.",Thompson Vineyard,46,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2010 Thompson Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2010-thompson-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,Jaffurs ,Red,Spain,"Inky, powerful berry and lemon aromas open this very fine, earthy Ribera del Duero red. The palate feels round and wide, with toasty flavors of baked black fruits, coffee and mocha. A warm, slightly hot and spicy finish shows minty oak and chocolate flavors. Hold this structured wine another year or two, then drink through 2020.",Finca la Roca,95,93,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Montecastro 2009 Finca la Roca (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecastro-2009-finca-roca-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,2009,Montecastro 14.8,Red,US,"California's warm, dry summers are the star of this wine. They have given it lusciously ripe, opulent blackberry, cherry, plum, currant and cassis flavors. For all the richness, the wine is balanced in a tension of tannins and acidity, and the finish is totally dry. Young and vibrant now, it will develop additional complexities over the next six years.",Verna's Vineyard,46,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2010 Verna's Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2010-vernas-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,Jaffurs 14,White,Portugal,"This is a big, rich and complex wine that is both elegant and powerful. With its tropical fruits, apricot, wood spice and beautifully balanced acidity, this is a great wine. There are so many things still maturing, it has considerable potential for aging over five years and more.",Rubrica Branco,25,93,Alentejano,,,Luis Duarte 2011 Rubrica Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-duarte-2011-rubrica-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2011,Luis Duarte 15.4,Red,Argentina,"This tribute blend of 77% Cabernet and 23% Malbec is piercing and potent on the nose, with oaky berry, cassis, leather and herbal aromas that never go over the top. A concentrated, slightly syrupy feeling palate houses oaky, rich flavors of maple, chocolate, molasses and berry fruits, while the full finish offers more than its share of toast, espresso and caramel-like sweetness. Drink through 2018.",Volturno Marchiori Vineyard,240,93,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Cobos 2010 Volturno Marchiori Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cobos-2010-volturno-marchiori-vineyard-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2010,Viña Cobos 15.4,Red,Argentina,"This bruiser of a Malbec shows an opaque purple color in front of an inky, jammy bouquet that's rich and minerally. The palate on this single-vineyard winner is dense, with grip and huge flavors of blackberry, licorice and fresh raisin. On the finish, this gets a little warm and more dark, with a baked character. Drink through 2016; 80 cases made.",Bramare Rebon Vineyard,75,93,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Cobos 2010 Bramare Rebon Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cobos-2010-bramare-rebon-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Viña Cobos 13,Red,France,"This is a structured wine with both rich black fruits, and a dry core. It has a mineral texture and is chewy and dense. At the same time, the wine has weight and a dark, brooding sense of aging potential. Give it 5–6 years.",En Chevret Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine Nicolas Rossignol 2011 En Chevret Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nicolas-rossignol-2011-en-chevret-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Nicolas Rossignol ,Red,France,"The blackberry and black cherry fruit of this wine is bold, fresh and almost exaggerated in style, with bright acids that give it a crunchy feel. It's full bodied and richly textured—more impressive than hedonistic at this point in time. Try it after 2018.",Secret de Gabriel,,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Monpertuis 2010 Secret de Gabriel Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-monpertuis-2010-secret-gabriel-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine Monpertuis 13,Red,France,"This is a serious, richly perfumed wine with dark tannins and a powerful Gevrey feel. Flavors of bitter cherries run with acidity and a dry core. The aftertaste is fresh while still firm.",Justice,68,93,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine Marc Roy 2011 Justice (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marc-roy-2011-justice-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Marc Roy 13,White,France,"All the elements are here in this finely made, well balanced wine. It's fruity and fresh with peach and citrus flavors already well integrated and combined with a fine depth of structure and texture. The after taste brings out the freshness.",Le Tesson,89,93,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Jean-Philippe Fichet 2011 Le Tesson (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-philippe-fichet-2011-le-tesson-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Jean-Philippe Fichet ,Red,France,"For an under-$50 wine, the quality here is superb. Subtle cracked pepper and thyme elements infuse the full-bodied cherry fruit with just the right amount of herbal complexity, while the tannins turn silky-textured on the finish. Drink now–2020, and possibly beyond.",,40,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de la Biscarelle 2010 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-biscarelle-2010-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine de la Biscarelle 15.4,Red,Argentina,"Immediately this blend of Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot registers as complete and special. Blackberry, cola, licorice and cedary aromas come in front of a stout-bodied palate with welcoming flavors of blackberry, mocha and vanilla. This is pure yet muscular, with a lofty combination of mouthfeel, flavor and length on the finish. Drink through 2019.",PHI Single Vineyard,70,93,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Finca El Origen 2009 PHI Single Vineyard Red (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-origen-2009-phi-single-vineyard-red-uco-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Finca El Origen 13.6,Red,US,"Tastes mellow, vibrant and richly fruity, with strawberry jam flavors deepened by earthier cranberry sauce and hints of ripe heirloom tomatoes and mushrooms. At the age of nearly four years, it's achieved quite a bit of complexity, and yet has a long way to go. An impressive new project from the Stotesberys, of Ladera Vineyards on Howell Mountain.",,50,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pillow Rd. 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pillow-rd-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pillow Rd. 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Darkly tannic, this powerful wine has an austere, firmly dry character that will take time to soften, eventually showing both richness and a sense of structure alongside lush dark-fruit notes. Keep for five years and more.",Quinta do Cardo Reserva,30,93,Beira Interior,,,Companhia das Quintas 2010 Quinta do Cardo Reserva Touriga Nacional (Beira Interior),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2010-quinta-cardo-reserva-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-beira-interior/,Touriga Nacional,2010,Companhia das Quintas 14.6,White,US,"An interesting and elaborate Chardonnay that shows intense winemaker intervention. It's sweet in honey, butter and cream, with lees-inspired notes that give balancing bitterness to the tropical fruits. Soft and opulent now, it will hold for 4–5 years.",9 Barrel,70,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Crema 2010 9 Barrel Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2010-9-barrel-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,La Crema 13.9,Red,US,"The 2008 vintage was a very good one for Renteria, as this bottling proves. Held back for nearly five years, it still shows those tough Veeder tannins. But the concentration of black currants is enormous. A wonderful wine, but it still needs plenty of time. Try after 2018.",,50,93,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Renteria 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renteria-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Renteria 13.4,White,US,"Rhône specialist Jaffurs turns their talented hand to this rare variety, with grapes from the highly-regarded Stolpman Vineyard, in the emerging Ballard Canyon area. The wine is, in a word, terrific. It's dry and crisp, with a fleshy mouthfeel, and the peach, lime and tropical fruit flavors have a delicious, umami edge of prosciutto. Some new French oak adds even richer, but balanced, notes of buttered toast.",Stolpman Vineyard,30,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2011 Stolpman Vineyard Roussanne (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2011-stolpman-vineyard-roussanne-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Roussanne,2011,Jaffurs 15,Red,Portugal,"Antonia Ferreira was the a major figure in the Douro, and creator of many of the regions' greatest vineyards. This wine, celebrating her legacy, comes from old vines at Quinta do Seixo. It's a dense, smoothly rich wine, that's very concentrated. Limpid black fruits are sustained by firmer acidity, new wood flavors and a dark, firm aftertaste. Keep for seven years and more.",Antonia Adelaide Ferreira,79,93,Douro,,,Casa Ferreirinha 2009 Antonia Adelaide Ferreira Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-ferreirinha-2009-antonia-adelaide-ferreira-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Casa Ferreirinha 14,Red,US,"A lovely Cabernet, ripe and delicious, yet complex enough to hold your interest. It's just beginning its journey in the bottle. Very dark in color, with hard tannins, it has an immense core of blackberries and cherries. Give it at least 6–8 years, but it could still be rocking in 2022.",Monument Ridge,45,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2010 Monument Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2010-monument-ridge-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Stonestreet 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Both elegant and powerful, this reserva shows a sophisticated take on Douro tannins and minerality. Black fruit lies beneath a surface offering structure, complex texture, as well as a potentially rich but balanced wine. Give this 5–6 years.",Reserva,28,93,Douro,,,Quinta do Portal 2010 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2010-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Quinta do Portal 14.9,Red,US,"This Cabernet Sauvignon includes 10% Merlot, which brings a cherried softness to Cab's black-currant flavors. It's a tremendous wine, made in the cult style of exceptional richness, but with complexity. The southerly Yountville terroir brings brisk acidity and dense tannins. Too young to appreciate now, it should develop bottle complexity over the years. Try after 2017.",Grigsby Vineyard,80,93,California,Napa,Yountville,Rocca 2009 Grigsby Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-2009-grigsby-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Rocca 14,Red,Portugal,"A wine that reveals the potential of Alicante Bouschet. Darkly colored, smoothly tailored with wood, spice and dense berry fruits, this is a wine that is produced only in the best years. It has great aging potential, so keep for at least 6–7 years.",Comporta,61,93,Península de Setúbal,,,Herdade da Comporta 2009 Comporta Alicante Bouschet (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-comporta-2009-comporta-other-red-alicante-bouschet-peninsula-setubal/,Alicante Bouschet,2009,Herdade da Comporta ,Red,France,"Prototypical Châteauneuf-du-Pape, from its textbook aromas of leather, spice and black cherries to its ample body and supple tannins. It's creamy in texture but doesn't show any excess weight, just a lovely expression of cherries, suede, chocolate and a subtle touch of dried spices on the long finish.",,44,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Monpertuis 2010 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-monpertuis-2010-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine Monpertuis 13,Red,France,"This wine has a touch of chocolate as well as a tight, tannic structure. Along with richness and weight, the smoky wood character shows strongly. Whole bunch fermentation gives greater extraction and richness.",Île de Vergelesses Premier Cru,50,93,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Domaine Luc et Lise Pavelot 2011 Île de Vergelesses Premier Cru (Pernand-Vergelesses),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-luc-lise-pavelot-2011-ile-vergelesses-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pernand-vergelesses/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Luc et Lise Pavelot 15,Red,US,"This Merlot-based blend is a huge success. It's a big, tannic, tight wine, packed to bursting with black cherry liqueur, cola and spice flavors. Yet it maintains an exciting balance, with the tension between acids, tannins and oak in equilibrium. Seems like it wants 5–6 years in the cellar to let it throw some tannins and mellow.",Pauline's Cuvée,30,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Atalon 2010 Pauline's Cuvée Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atalon-2010-paulines-cuvee-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Atalon 15.4,White,US,"An extraordinary Viognier, as rich as they come. The great Saralee's Vineyard gave fantastically ripe grapes, and the winemaker has lavished the wine with opulent touches of oak and lees. It's flamboyant in tropical fruits and honey, with mouthwatering acidity.",Saralee's Vineyard,30,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arrowood 2010 Saralee's Vineyard Viognier (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2010-saralees-vineyard-viognier-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Viognier,2010,Arrowood 14.5,Red,US,"This wine is inky black in color and insanely tannic. Yet it's massive in blackberries, and clearly of pedigreed origins. It should begin to blossom by 2018, and develop for years beyond.",Helena Montana Vineyard,75,93,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Anakota 2009 Helena Montana Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anakota-2009-helena-montana-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Anakota ,Red,Italy,"Summus is a delicious blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah that opens with a round and soft bouquet with plush layers of blackberry, chocolate, cherry liqueur, toasted almond, tobacco and leather. There's a slight bite to the tannins that will set this wine forward many years in terms of its aging potential. Drink after 2018.",Summus,69,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Banfi 2009 Summus Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2009-summus-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Castello Banfi ,Red,France,"This is aged in small oak barrels, but the cedar character is balanced by ample cherry fruit and hints of milk chocolate. The intensity of flavor, bright acids and firm tannins give this a sense of ageworthiness. Drink 2015–2025.",Boisrenard,75,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Beaurenard 2010 Boisrenard Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-beaurenard-2010-boisrenard-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine de Beaurenard 13,Red,France,"A solid, dark, structured wine with the added attraction of beautifully perfumed fruit. It's a classic, full in the mouth explosion of red berries, followed by almost refreshing acidity, finishing with a much more tannic character.",Aux Reignots Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair 2011 Aux Reignots Premier Cru (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comte-liger-belair-2011-aux-reignots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair 14.5,Red,US,"Easy to love this Pinot for its broadly appealing wild cherry, Dr. Pepper cola and sweet sandalwood flavors. The sandy River Block vineyard site shouldn't produce Pinot as great as it always does, but Rochioli's superior vineyard management makes it outstanding, and ageable as well. Drink now–2020.",River Block,72,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J. Rochioli 2011 River Block Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rochioli-2011-river-block-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,J. Rochioli 13.5,Red,France,"A powerful wine that brings out the structure and tannins of this famous Grand Cru. It has weight, packed black fruits and dryness at the center. With its fine acidity and sense of richness, it will need at least 7–8 years for maturity.",,172,93,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Manuel Olivier 2010 Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2010-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2010,Manuel Olivier 14.5,Red,Argentina,"For the price, this is great Argentine Malbec. The bouquet is complete and thoroughly alluring, with blackberry, leather, menthol and complex oak-based aromas. A full, well-built palate leads to flavors of chocolate, pastry, berry jam, beef jerky and salt. The finish is smooth and classy. Drink this just-right wine now through 2019.",Nazarenas Vineyard,35,93,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Melipal 2009 Nazarenas Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melipal-2009-nazarenas-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Melipal 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Dominated by Alicante Bouschet, this is a rich, complex wine. It has a strong spicy wood element that pushes through the rich black fruits that are supported by balanced acidity. With its firm tannins and textured character, this is a wine that needs to age over at least five years.",Rapariga da Quinta Reserva,26,93,Alentejano,,,Luis Duarte 2011 Rapariga da Quinta Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-duarte-2011-rapariga-quinta-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2011,Luis Duarte 14.5,Red,US,"K-J has a way with Merlot, and with this wonderful 2010, they've produced a wine that tastes far more expensive than it is. It's silky on the palate, with wild berry, red currant and persimmon fruits. This could even develop bottle complexity over the next 5–6 years.",Grand Reserve,30,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kendall-Jackson 2010 Grand Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2010-grand-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2010,Kendall-Jackson 14.5,Red,US,"Ultrafine and ripe, with a tenderness of generosity that belies its firm tannins and ageability. It's immediately delicious for the depth of raspberry and cherry pie richness, balanced with zesty acidity. Yet it's complex and balanced enough to warrant aging. Give it 5–6 years, at least.",Little Hill,72,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J. Rochioli 2011 Little Hill Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rochioli-2011-little-hill-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,J. Rochioli 15.5,Red,Argentina,"This superb Malbec has jammy black-fruit aromas as well as notes of cola nut, leather and herbs. In the mouth, it's layered, firm and mildly tannic, with excellent structure and dynamite flavors of licorice, chocolate, baked blackberry, herbs and spice. Never is this syrupy nor does it go too far in any one direction. Drink now through 2017.",Alizarine Single Vineyard,50,93,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2010 Alizarine Single Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2010-alizarine-single-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Alta Vista 13.2,White,US,"This is one of the best Sauvignon Blancs of the vintage, from a winery with a fine track record producing the variety. Maybe it's the organic fruit that makes it so pure. Certainly, the absence of noticeable oak lets the citrus and tropical fruits shine. With refreshingly low alcohol and lots of mouthwatering acidity, it's an absolute delight to drink now.",,28,93,California,Napa,St. Helena,Ehlers Estate 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehlers-estate-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-st-helena/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Ehlers Estate 13,Red,France,"A fine and structured wine with dark tannins and dry fruit, this wine has power, body and black fruits thrusting through the dryness. A very complex wine from a single vineyard with great potential.",Clos Prieur,68,93,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine Marc Roy 2011 Clos Prieur (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marc-roy-2011-clos-prieur-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Marc Roy 13,Red,France,"This is a concentrated and structured wine with dark tannins and a dense character. The wine is very solid, dark and powerful. It comes from a cool, high elevation vineyard that gives as much structure as fruit at this stage.",Les Pertuisots Premier Cru,66,93,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine des Croix 2011 Les Pertuisots Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-des-croix-2011-les-pertuisots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine des Croix 14,Red,Portugal,"This finely structured, maturing wine is very much ready to drink. It has sweet red fruits that are developing secondary flavors of spice, herbs and juicy acidity. There's a great, rich tang to this impressive wine.",Tinto da Anfora Grande Escolha,40,93,Alentejano,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2008 Tinto da Anfora Grande Escolha Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2008-tinto-anfora-grande-escolha-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 14.9,Red,US,"The voluptuous texture of this wine vacillates between velvet and satin, while the flavors are wildly ripe and delicious. Jammy cherries, blueberries, plums, dark chocolate, cassis liqueur and espresso flood the palate, yet somehow the wine retains a balanced elegance without going over the top. Drink up.",Blend 24 Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese-Petite Sirah-Syrah,51,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,B Cellars 2010 Blend 24 Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese-Petite Sirah-Syrah Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2010-blend-24-cabernet-sauvignon-sangiovese-petite-sirah-syrah-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2010,B Cellars 14,Red,Italy,"This is an exceptional Chianti Classico that sees two years in oak to bring out those soft nuances of spice and tobacco. But that bright Sangiovese fruit is never far, and it chimes in with crisp freshness on the finish as well as tangy notes of wild berry and cherry.",Berardo Riserva,35,93,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Bossi 2009 Berardo Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bossi-2009-berardo-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Castello di Bossi 13.5,Red,US,"At the age of three years, this Cabernet Sauvignon is still very tannic and closed. It has a solid core of black currants, with sweet oak and mineral complexities. The structure is exceptionally refined, and it's crisp with acidity. A gorgeous wine to age for eight years, if not longer.",Bear Point,60,94,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2010 Bear Point Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2010-bear-point-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Stonestreet 14,Red,Portugal,"This top red from Portal is dense and richly solid. With its super-ripe black fruits, it is impressively structured. Perfumed, with rich tannins and spice, this is a complex, long-lived wine. Keep for six years.",Auru,120,94,Douro,,,Quinta do Portal 2009 Auru Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2009-auru-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta do Portal 13.6,Red,US,"Richness floods the midpalate with flavors of raspberries, cherries, red currants and cola, brightened with crisp, zesty acidity. This is Lynmar's best Freestone Pinot ever, showing the ability of the vineyard to ripen fruit even in a chilly vintage. Exciting and stimulating, it's a wine you want to age for at least six years.",Freestone,60,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2011 Freestone Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2011-freestone-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Lynmar 13,Red,France,"A fine, mineral, structured wine with a very dry, solid core. Juicy red fruits offer a hint for its future ripeness. It has the freshness of the vintage that shows through at the end of this chunky wine. Age for 5–7 years.",Bressandes Premier Cru,68,94,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine des Croix 2011 Bressandes Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-des-croix-2011-bressandes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine des Croix ,Red,France,"This 100% Grenache cuvée displays charming and complex aromas of garrigue and ripe cherries and raspberries. It's lush and creamy in texture despite being vinified and aged in concrete. It's a touch warm on the finish, but delicious nonetheless. Drink now–2020.",Le Puy Rolland,57,94,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château de la Font du Loup 2010 Le Puy Rolland Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-font-loup-2010-le-puy-rolland-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Château de la Font du Loup 14.5,Red,US,"There's something enormously satisfying about this Merlot-based blend. It hits the Napa-Bordeaux sweet spot, with concentrated blackberry and cherry fruit, jacketed in sweet, smoky oak. But there's also a fascinating olive character. The tannins are rich and dense and velvety. Great to experience now, and should be one for the long haul, perhaps through 2022.",Illustration,125,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blackbird Vineyards 2010 Illustration Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackbird-2010-illustration-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Blackbird Vineyards 14.2,White,US,"A first-rate Chardonnay, solidly exhibiting the house style of dry, elegant complexity. It's the most Chablisian of Hobbs' recent vintages, with brilliant acidity and minerality giving the tropical fruit and oak flavors a stony grounding. It would not be surprising if this wine ages well for six years or so.",,47,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paul Hobbs 2011 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-hobbs-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Paul Hobbs 14.5,White,US,"The Sweetwater block is the highest on the Rochioli estate, stretching into the hills. The wine is very concentrated in green apples, spicy Asian pears and insanely ripe summer peaches. It's quite oaky, with strong buttered toast notes, yet the oak is balanced with the fruit. A classy, flashy wine that drinks well now, and should develop in the bottle over the next 4–6 years.",Sweetwater,60,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J. Rochioli 2011 Sweetwater Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rochioli-2011-sweetwater-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,J. Rochioli 14.5,White,US,"The best of Stonestreet's quartet of 2011 Chardonnays. It's notable for the creamy, honeyed mouthfeel that's so opulent. Also very complex in flavors, offering waves of tropical fruits, baked apples and peach jam. Yet it's all brightened by zesty acidity. Delicious now, but don't drink it too cold. Or cellar it for 6–8 years as it develops dried fruit and nut notes.",Gravel Bench,65,94,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2011 Gravel Bench Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2011-gravel-bench-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Stonestreet 14.9,Red,US,"Rocca's most expensive wine is 100% Cabernet, although it doesn't say so on the label. It's very rich and flamboyant, offering waves of blackberries and cassis liqueur. 100% new French oak shows up, but it's in keeping with the wine's volume. With massive tannins and brilliant balance, there's no reason this shouldn't age for a long time. Start enjoying it after 2018.",Tesorina,145,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rocca 2009 Tesorina Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-2009-tesorina-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Rocca 14.5,Red,Italy,"You'll love that extra fruity richness that this beautiful Barolo from the warm 2007 vintage proudly puts on display. Black fruit and plum is backed by licorice, cola, tar and a drying mineral sensation. The tannins are firm but polished and the wine promises a 10–20 year drinking window.",Leon Riserva,96,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Rivetto 2007 Leon Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetto-2007-leon-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Rivetto 15.3,Red,Argentina,"With a bouquet packed with pure blackberry, boysenberry, chocolate, baking spice and minerally aromas, this immediately registers as excellent Malbec. The palate, like almost all Cobos heavyweight Malbecs, is smooth and layered. Flavors of meaty blackberry, exotic spices and chocolate yield to a polished, elegant finish that's earthy and delicious. Drink now through 2017; 275 cases produced.",Bramare Marchiori Vineyard,90,94,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Cobos 2010 Bramare Marchiori Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cobos-2010-bramare-marchiori-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Viña Cobos 13,White,France,"A powerful wine, still closed. It has great potential with delicious acidity at the same time as depth of flavor complexity. This is a wine for the long-term, so give it at least seven years.",,105,94,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Domaine Luc et Lise Pavelot 2011 Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-luc-lise-pavelot-2011-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Luc et Lise Pavelot ,Red,France,"Despite being aged in used barrels, this does show some oaky notes, but they're well balanced by bushels of black cherry fruit. It's lush, creamy and harmonious, with a long finish and up to 10 years of longevity.",Colombis,,94,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Isabel Ferrando 2010 Colombis Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-isabel-ferrando-2010-colombis-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine Isabel Ferrando ,Red,France,"The Delorme family's luxury cuvée is aged in a fair bit of small oak, which imparts a plush texture and cedary overtones to the wine. It's full-bodied and powerful, loaded with dark cherry fruit and baking spices that linger on the finish. Drink now–2020 or so.",La Reine des Bois,141,94,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de la Mordorée 2010 La Reine des Bois Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mordoree-2010-reine-bois-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine de la Mordorée 13,Red,France,"This wine has great fruitiness, soft tannins and generous, ripe red fruits, while finishing dry. It's a wine with the structure for aging while also packed with big red fruits. Keep for 4–6 years.",Les Amoureuses,,94,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,François Bertheau 2011 Les Amoureuses (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-bertheau-2011-amoureuses-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2011,François Bertheau 14,Red,Portugal,"The top wine from Sogrape's Dão flagship quinta, this is a selection of the best parcels. It's a powerful, serious wine, showing great regional characters of dark, mineral tannins and rich black fruits. There's a fine line of juicy acidity that cuts through the firm structure. Age this major wine for at least six years.",Quinta dos Carvalhais Unico,68,94,Dão,,,Sogrape 2009 Quinta dos Carvalhais Unico Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-2009-quinta-carvalhais-unico-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2009,Sogrape 14.5,Red,US,"This low-production Cab defines Stonestreet's mountain vineyard, high above the Alexander Valley. It's very tannic now, with the drying astringency that marks a young wine. Given the fruity concentration, it should have no trouble aging for 10–15 years. High elevation fruit yields an amazing combination of cassis, minerals, tannins and acidic freshness. Drink 2020 and beyond.",Christopher's,100,94,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2010 Christopher's Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2010-christophers-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Stonestreet 13.9,Red,US,"An awesome wine that shows the power of the estate vineyard, yet with a deft, elegant touch. You can't help but be dazzled by the intense raspberry, cherry, red currant and cola flavors. Yet the acid-tannin balance is superb, lifting the wine into a thoroughly enjoyable complexity. Drink now, with decanting, and over the next eight years.",Quail Hill Vineyard Lynn's Blend,70,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2011 Quail Hill Vineyard Lynn's Blend Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2011-quail-hill-vineyard-lynns-blend-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Lynmar 14.2,Red,US,"Shows the gorgeousness of fruit this vineyard always delivers, as well as the seemingly impossible balancing act of feminine generosity and structural power. The result will be evident to anyone who loves Pinot Noir. This is a massive wine, ripe with red fruits and berries and mocha, but it's also worthy of aging. Give it at least six years.",Quail Hill Vineyard Bliss Block,70,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2011 Quail Hill Vineyard Bliss Block Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2011-quail-hill-vineyard-bliss-block-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Lynmar 14,Red,Portugal,"Mint aromas and flavors lead to an intense wine that is powered at this young stage by firm, serious tannins. It has great richness from the black plum fruits, and a spicy, herbal character that adds complexity. From consultant Luis Duarte, this is a wine for long-term aging; hold for 6–7 years or more.",Rubrica,25,94,Alentejano,,,Luis Duarte 2010 Rubrica Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-duarte-2010-rubrica-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2010,Luis Duarte 13.5,Red,Portugal,"From the mountainous far east of Portugal, the dense, granite feel of this wine is palpable and potent. It has weight, balanced by intense acidity, stalky black currant fruits and a core of dark, firm tannins. Age this concentrated wine for at least 3–4 years.",Quinta do Cardo Grande Escolha,55,94,Beira Interior,,,Companhia das Quintas 2010 Quinta do Cardo Grande Escolha Red (Beira Interior),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2010-quinta-cardo-grande-escolha-red-beira-interior/,Portuguese Red,2010,Companhia das Quintas 14.3,Red,US,"This legendary bottling shows all the hallmarks of a young, vital Cabernet that needs plenty of time. It's classically balanced and rich in blackberries, currants and chocolate, with perhaps a bit more tannic structure than in the past, due to the cool vintage. Drink from 2018 and well beyond.",Bosché Vineyard,100,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Freemark Abbey 2009 Bosché Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2009-bosche-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Freemark Abbey 14.5,Red,Italy,"Elvio Cogno and his family take great care to render an individual identity to each of the various vineyard crus they farm. Vigna Elena displays a particularly elegant and fine expression of Nebbiolo with dark fruit and blackberry followed by bright licorice, tar and cola. The tannins are tight and firm and the mouthfeel is incredibly polished and long. Hold 10 to 15 more years.",Vigna Elena Riserva,106,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Elvio Cogno 2006 Vigna Elena Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elvio-cogno-2006-vigna-elena-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Elvio Cogno 13,Red,France,"This wine has a gamy character with spicy tannins. It is rich and succulent with black fruits, but has an earthy texture and is solid and powerful. It brings out both the terroir and the potential richness of a Volnay. For aging over seven years.",Santenots Premier Cru,62,94,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine Nicolas Rossignol 2011 Santenots Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nicolas-rossignol-2011-santenots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Nicolas Rossignol 13,Red,France,"This is a concentrated, dark and very closed wine. It has a tight, nervy character that allows you to feel the fruit and the texture that comes from the limestone soil. This impressive, ageworthy wine needs aging over six years and more.",Caillerets Premier Cru,,94,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine Nicolas Rossignol 2011 Caillerets Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nicolas-rossignol-2011-caillerets-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Nicolas Rossignol 13,Red,France,"This wine has great power and so much complexity, with layer upon layer of fruit and structure. Black fruits give way to a dry, firm end, promising considerable aging.",Cuvée Alexandrine,95,94,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine Marc Roy 2011 Cuvée Alexandrine (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marc-roy-2011-cuvee-alexandrine-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Marc Roy 13,Red,France,"A rich wine with great fruits as well as structure. It has the weight and great concentration of a grand cru selection. Plum fruits and acidity offer the potential for long aging. It's powerful, while also showing elegance. Age for 6–8 years.",La Vigne au Saint,129,94,Burgundy,Corton,,Domaine des Croix 2011 La Vigne au Saint (Corton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-des-croix-2011-vigne-au-saint-pinot-noir-corton/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine des Croix 14.5,Red,US,"The soft voluptuousness of this Cabernet Franc-based Bordeaux blend is its most evident feature. It has plenty of staunch tannins, but they're as finely woven as a silk tapestry, while the flavors are dazzling, suggesting black cherries, red currants and hints of dark chocolate and anise. Kudos to winemaker Aaron Pott for this remarkable blend from all around the valley. Drink now–2020.",Paramour,125,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blackbird Vineyards 2010 Paramour Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackbird-2010-paramour-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Blackbird Vineyards 15.5,Red,Argentina,"The Alta Vista single-vineyard wines are among the best in Argentina. This offers a soft, deep, alluring nose with plum, berry, minerality and a hint of rubber and bacon. It's rich, pure and a bit jammy in feel, with saturated blueberry, blackberry, molasses and caramel flavors. A cuddly, long finish confirms this Malbec's outstanding status. Drink through 2018.",Temis Single Vineyard,50,94,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2010 Temis Single Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2010-temis-single-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Alta Vista ,Red,France,"The 80% Grenache content of this wine gives it a girth and an opulence that may not suit everyone, but surely makes it an impressive example of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Just to smell it is to bathe in garrigue- and chocolate-tinged cherry juice, while in the mouth it is huge, lush and creamy in texture. It's long, picking up additional spice notes on the finish. Drink now–2025.",,,94,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château de Vaudieu 2010 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vaudieu-2010-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Vaudieu 14.5,Red,Italy,"The sunny 2007 vintage and the well exposed Bricco Pernice cru make a formidable team and drive the momentum and intensity of this beautiful Barolo. The wine is rich and penetrating with an ever-evolving bouquet of dark berry fruit, spice, licorice, bitter chocolate and rum cake. The wine shows firm but round tannins with loads of dark fruit on the close.",Bricco Pernice,103,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Elvio Cogno 2007 Bricco Pernice (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elvio-cogno-2007-bricco-pernice-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Elvio Cogno 13,Red,France,"Tight blackberry and blueberry flavors give this wine a stalky, fruity character at the start. It's still very young, very textured, mineral and chewy. Underneath there is a more juicy fruit with a touch of herbal acidity at the end.",Roncerets Premier Cru,,94,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine Nicolas Rossignol 2011 Roncerets Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nicolas-rossignol-2011-roncerets-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Nicolas Rossignol 13,Red,France,"Firm and solid with great swathes of black fruits as well as dense tannins. Ripe fruits are a major element of this concentrated wine. The wine has power and a firm tannic core, and certainly needs aging for seven years.",,132,94,Burgundy,Corton Grèves,,Domaine des Croix 2011 Corton Grèves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-des-croix-2011-pinot-noir-corton-greves/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine des Croix ,Red,France,"A terrific value among top-flight Châteauneufs, even Janasse's entry-level wine excels in 2010. Sexy leather and suede trappings embrace ripe cherry and chocolate notes, while the palate exudes lushness yet retains enough firmness on the finish to suggest a lifespan of at least 6–8 years.",,66,94,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de la Janasse 2010 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-janasse-2010-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine de la Janasse 13.5,White,France,"Big and rich, this is a broad, open version of Corton-Charlemagne, a powerhouse of ripe white and yellow fruits. It seems initially without enough depth, a product of its youth, then gradually the ripe structure shows through, promising aging over 6–7 years.",,305,94,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Jean-Luc and Paul Aegerter 2011 Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-paul-aegerter-2011-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2011,Jean-Luc and Paul Aegerter 15.1,Red,US,"Enormously rich and complex, with blackberry and currant flavors accompanied by notes of green olives and new oak. The tannins are thick, but ripe. Way too young to drink now due to the closed-down astringency, the wine practically begs to be cellared. Give it 6–10 years.",Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard,175,94,California,Napa,Oakville,Janzen 2010 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/janzen-2010-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Janzen ,Red,US,"This is Jaffurs' reserve-style Syrah, the best barrels from various vineyards. It's softly tannic and incredibly complex, with waves of blackberry jam, cassis, chocolate, gingersnap cookie and pepper flavors that are rich and intense. Beautiful and compelling, the wine finishes dry.",Upslope,75,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2010 Upslope Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2010-upslope-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,Jaffurs 14.9,Red,US,"Held back for nearly four years, the tannins in this bottling have begun to resolve, but it's still a tight, immature wine that needs lots of time. Enormously rich and concentrated with mountain blackberries, dark chocolate and minerals, its balance puts it right up there among the Napa players. Give it 6–8 years to show what it can do.",,58,94,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Michael James Wines 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-james-wines-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Michael James Wines 13,White,France,"Serious Chablis, full-bodied and complex. The structure is rich, layering chewy minerality with pure acidity over green and white fruits. The wine opens slowly, unfolding its ripeness and structure. Age for five years and more.",Les Preuses Grand Cru,70,94,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2010 Les Preuses Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2010-preuses-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2010,La Chablisienne 15,Red,US,"Fantastically concentrated with blackberry, cassis and dark chocolate flavors that are wrapped into massive tannins, this impressive Cab defines Mount Veeder's early deliciousness coupled with ageability. It's just beginning to soften and show what it can do. It's still a tight, hard young wine whose elegance will allow it to evolve over the next 8–12 years.",,75,94,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Mt. Brave 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-brave-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Mt. Brave 13,Red,France,"Still so young, the wine is tight at this stage. It has dark stone fruits and dense tannins along with a lightness of red berry fruits. Power and structure as well as a smoky character from 50% new wood aging.",,90,94,Burgundy,Corton,,Domaine Luc et Lise Pavelot 2011 Corton,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-luc-lise-pavelot-2011-pinot-noir-corton/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Luc et Lise Pavelot 13,Red,France,"A big and powerful wine considering the lighter style found in many 2011s. It's concentrated and dark, with black plums enveloping full and ripe fruit. Weight, richness and perfume combine to ensure long-term aging over six years and more.",,,94,Burgundy,Echézeaux,,Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair 2011 Echézeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comte-liger-belair-2011-pinot-noir-echezeaux/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair 14.5,Red,France,"Full bodied and savory, this is a dark, complex wine loaded with notes of cured meat, black olive, espresso and plum. The tannins are ripe to the point of imparting a creamy texture yet the wine never seems overripe or jammy, maintaining a fine sense of balance on the lingering finish.",Réserve,68,94,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Nalys 2010 Réserve Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nalys-2010-reserve-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine de Nalys 14.5,Red,US,"So soft and dense in richness, this is easy to enjoy now. But you really want to restrain that impulse and give it some time in the cellar. Blended from roughly equal parts of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, it's dry and tannic, but with a molten core of blackberries, cherries, blueberries, anise and sweet new oak. Very fine, very elaborate and complex. Give it 5–6 years, at least. This wine could still be unfolding in 2020.",Contrarian,125,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blackbird Vineyards 2010 Contrarian Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackbird-2010-contrarian-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Blackbird Vineyards 14.5,Red,Portugal,"The vineyard of the beautiful Bacalhôa palace was planted with Cabernet Sauvignon many years ago. This complex and rich wine has power, concentration and delicious mature fruits. It is dense and fully developed now, a finely made wine.",Palácio de Bacalhôa,50,94,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2008 Palácio de Bacalhôa Red (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2008-palacio-red-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese Red,2008,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 14.7,Red,US,"This wine was crafted by Napa veterans Bill and Dawnine Dyer, from grapes grown on the estate Coombsville vineyard. It defines the modern style of ripe, soft, luscious Napa Cabernet, yet brings a firm structure that suggests the cellar. Give it 6–8 years, and it could still be going strong at the age of twenty. A mere 75 cases were produced.",Doti/Sodaro Blocks 2 and 6,125,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sodaro 2009 Doti/Sodaro Blocks 2 and 6 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sodaro-2009-doti-blocks-2-6-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Sodaro 14.5,Red,Italy,"This beautiful blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon opens with bold intensity and personality. Yes, this is a plush and modern wine, but it is also unforgettably delicious. Bright cherry and blackberry are backed by chocolate, spice, leather and pipe tobacco.",Biserno,180,95,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Biserno 2009 Biserno Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-biserno-2009-biserno-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Tenuta di Biserno 14.3,Red,US,"Everything about this wine screams for aging. It's tight in acids and tannins, and the fruitiness tastes young and jammy with waves of raspberries, cherries, red currants and mocha. By turns, it's sweet and bitter, but always succulent, and with a finish so long and spicy, it persists after a full minute. Cellar until 2017, and it should provide beautiful drinking for many more years.",Jenkins Vineyard,70,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2011 Jenkins Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2011-jenkins-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Lynmar 13,White,France,"A taut, nervy, mineral-driven wine, this has intense citrus and grapefruit flavors, lemon grass spice and just the merest hint of wood. It's the structure that gives this impressive wine such power, and a steely edge that will need at least 6–10 years.",Clavoillon Premier Cru,158,95,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 2010 Clavoillon Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2010-clavoillon-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine Leflaive 13,White,France,"Château Grenouilles is a parcel within the Grenouilles Grand Cru, a monopoly of the La Chablisienne cooperative. The wine is always impressive. It has weight, richness, concentration and considerable potential. Yellow fruits, wood-aging, spice and a firm structure indicate keeping this wine for six years.",Château Grenouilles Grand Cru,90,95,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2010 Château Grenouilles Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2010-chateau-grenouilles-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2010,La Chablisienne 14.5,Red,US,"This is a tremendous wine that's packed with flavor and dramatically structured. It's made in the modern cult style of exceptionally rich and ripe with sweet, toasty oak, and delicious blackberries, black currants, dark chocolate and anise. The tannins are strong, but refined. Begin popping the cork in eight years, and this beauty could still be going strong in 2028, maybe beyond.",Rennie Reserve,125,95,California,Napa,St. Helena,Flora Springs 2010 Rennie Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2010-rennie-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Flora Springs 14.5,White,US,"The River Block in Rochioli's vineyard shouldn't produce great wines, because the soils are sandy and deep due to their proximity to the river, which repeatedly floods over them in the rainy season. But meticulous farming resolves that issue, as evidenced by many years of River Block Pinot Noirs, including those from Williams Selyem. Now Rochioli makes Chardonnay from the block, and what a fine wine it is. Dry, crisp and minerally, it has a Chablis-like stoniness, yet is rich in apples, pears and sweet oak. Great now, and will develop bottle complexity over the next 4–6 years.",River Block,60,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J. Rochioli 2011 River Block Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rochioli-2011-river-block-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,J. Rochioli 14.5,Red,US,"This is an awesome Cabernet, that's so packed with blackberries and cassis, it blows your mind. The richness is superbly balanced by fine acidity and sweet, complex tannins that rein everything into a focused structure. Feels velvety, refined and ageable. Hold until 2018 and drink it for an additional decade or beyond.",Rockfall,100,95,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2010 Rockfall Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2010-rockfall-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Stonestreet 14.5,Red,Italy,"Barolo Briccolina is a study in elegance and finesse and shows the best side of the notoriously finicky Nebbiolo grape. Tar, forest berry, a touch of cassis, licorice and ethereal notes of dried violets and roses opens the complex bouquet. More power is shown on the palate where the wine delivers tight tannins and a polished feel.",Briccolina,169,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Rivetto 2008 Briccolina (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetto-2008-briccolina-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2008,Rivetto 13,White,France,"A rich wine, full and fruity up front, then opening up into a much more mineral, textured character. It is a great explosion of citrus, pear and green apple, the wood aging showing with subtlety. It's a wine for aging, complex and tight at the end.",Les Pucelles Premier Cru,303,95,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 2010 Les Pucelles Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2010-pucelles-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine Leflaive 13,Red,France,"From this powerful and structured vineyard comes a powerful and structured wine. It's very firm, dry and solidly concentrated at the heart. There is also a surge of rich, open fruitiness that complements the fine acidity. It's complex, perfumed and expressive. Age for seven years.",,,95,Burgundy,Bonnes-Mares,,François Bertheau 2011 Bonnes-Mares,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-bertheau-2011-pinot-noir-bonnes-mares/,Pinot Noir,2011,François Bertheau 14.9,Red,US,"An amazingly delicious Cabernet, this is so rich and lush in blackberries, black currants, dark chocolate and minerals, you just want to gulp down the whole bottle. The grapes are from a portion of the Wurtele Vineyard, which consistently produces spectacular Cabernets. The wine is rich enough to drink now for sheer power, but should easily hold in the bottle for years, gradually picking up bottle complexity. Only 106 cases were produced.",K-Block Estate Grown,65,95,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Terra Valentine 2010 K-Block Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-2010-k-block-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Terra Valentine 15.2,Red,US,"This is always one of Janzen's best bottlings, courtesy of one of the jewels in the Beckstoffer crown of vineyards. The 2010 is softly tannic and enormously rich, showing wave after wave of blackberry essence, cassis liqueur, dark chocolate and anise notes, with a firm minerality. It's beautiful now, but try to keep your hands off it until at least 2018.",Beckstoffer Missouri Hopper Vineyard,100,95,California,Napa,Oakville,Janzen 2010 Beckstoffer Missouri Hopper Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/janzen-2010-beckstoffer-missouri-hopper-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Janzen 14.1,Red,US,"This is enormously rich, ripe and appealing, with waves of raspberry and cherry jam, cola, red licorice and smoky sandalwood flavors that are wrapped into gentle tannins. Comes from a block in the estate vineyard, and while it doesn't display dramatic differences from Lynmar's other blocks, it does highlight the structure and sheer opulence of all Quail Hill Pinot Noirs. Drink now–2019.",Quail Hill Vineyard Summit,70,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2011 Quail Hill Vineyard Summit Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2011-quail-hill-vineyard-summit-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Lynmar 13.5,White,France,"With its structured, mineral character, this is a serious, ageworthy wine. It has a sense of coiled power and steel and a dense, complex texture that brings out both its ripe, pure fruit character and its intensity. Age this wine for at least 5–8 years.",Les Combettes Premier Cru,238,95,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 2010 Les Combettes Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2010-combettes-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine Leflaive 13,White,France,"A dry, mineral wine, hiding its potential richness. Flavors of ripe pears and yellow fruits are matched by lime acidity. The wine has considerable power and a dense character, showing the immense density that comes from this vineyard. Age for 4–6 years and more.",,160,95,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Domaine des Croix 2011 Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-des-croix-2011-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine des Croix 15,Red,US,"The word massive barely begins to describe this Cabernet Sauvignon. It aims to compete with anything from Napa Valley, and does so largely successfully. The palate offers waves of ripe blackberries, black currants, dark chocolate and smoky oak flavors. What's harder to put into words is the elegance and balance. Despite its serious heft, the wine feels comfortable in the mouth. Indisputably an ager, it should begin to mellow after 2018, and continue to offer pleasure for many years.",No. 10,200,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,JCB 2010 No. 10 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jcb-2010-no-10-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,JCB 15,Red,US,"Three things mark this Cab-based blend— intense tannins, fantasically concentrated fruit and a lively acidity that keeps the palate refreshed. It has a molten core of blackberries and cassis that is spectacular, yet nowhere near ready to drink. Needs serious time. Consider drinking from 2018, although it could be going strong for many additional years.",Journey,100,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Matanzas Creek 2010 Journey Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2010-journey-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2010,Matanzas Creek 14,Red,Argentina,"A year after the 2009 version of Gran Corte was named WE's Wine of the Year, this is every bit as good, with more structure and tannins than the ultrarich '09. This 50-50 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec is dense, with marzipan and blackberry aromas. It's just creamy enough on the palate, where intense blackberry, black currant, toast and spice flavors hold court. A firm, driven finish with buttery, toasted richness and dry spice flavors is sensational. Drink through 2018.",Gran Corte Las Divas Vineyard,50,95,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Riglos 2010 Gran Corte Las Divas Vineyard Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riglos-2010-gran-corte-las-divas-vineyard-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-tupungato/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Riglos 14,Red,Italy,"The bottle that changed Italian wine forever, Tignanello is as modern and innovative as its first vintage many decades ago. Soft blackberry and cherry is backed by balanced spice, leather and toasted espresso. Those rich oak tones do a wonderful job of holding up the wine's natural richness and velvety smoothness. Hold 10 years or more.",Tignanello,105,95,Tuscany,Toscana,,Marchesi Antinori 2009 Tignanello Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2009-tignanello-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Marchesi Antinori 13,Red,France,"A monopoly of the domaine, La Romanée lies just up the slope from Romanée-Conti. It's already a beautiful wine, with its velvet tannins well integrated with the ripe berry fruits. Its core is dry and structured, with the fruits cushioning around it.",,,95,Burgundy,La Romanée,,Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair 2011 La Romanée,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comte-liger-belair-2011-pinot-noir-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair 13,Red,France,"A superb wine from a great year, this is powerful and structured, with great acidity and solid, pronounced fruits. La Romanée is a small vineyard, wholly owned by Liger-Belair, next to Romanée-Conti. The wine is rich, spicy and very complex, with black fruits welling up from its depth. With great structure, it brings together opulent Pinot Noir fruits with firm, dense tannins with immense aging potential.",,2500,96,Burgundy,La Romanée,,Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair 2010 La Romanée,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comte-liger-belair-2010-pinot-noir-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair 14.5,Red,US,"This is a huge wine that's dense in flavors, rich in tannins, and with the soft lusciousness associated with this vineyard. Made from old vines, it's bold in cherry pie, red currants and mocha, yet dry and resilient on the finish. Delicious as it is now, it's a wine with a successful history for aging. Resist the temptation to drink it now and cellar. Best from 2017 and beyond.",West Block,100,96,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J. Rochioli 2011 West Block Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rochioli-2011-west-block-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,J. Rochioli 14.5,Red,US,"Don't even think of opening this Cab before 2018. It's very tannic and closed, and locked down in astringency still. But it's so balanced, so rich with blackberries, chocolate and cassis, and yet so dry and minerally, that it's the modern poster child for an ageable Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Wonderful to see this veteran Napa producer remaining vital and relevant after all these years.",Rutherford Hillside Reserve,125,96,California,Napa,Rutherford,Flora Springs 2010 Rutherford Hillside Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2010-rutherford-hillside-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Flora Springs 15,Red,Italy,"From the coastal Tuscan estate of Lodovico Antinori (brother of Piero), here comes a gorgeous blend of Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc, Merlot and a small percentage of Petit Verdot. Soft chocolate and black cherry opens the nose and segues to enormous richness and length. The wine is excellent but the jury is out on whether it becomes one of the great cult classics of Italy. Hold 10–20 years.",Lodovico,280,96,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Biserno 2008 Lodovico Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-biserno-2008-lodovico-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Tenuta di Biserno 14.4,Red,US,"An amazing wine, possibly the winery's finest Sycamore ever. It's ripe and concentrated, in typical California Cabernet fashion. It dazzles with black currants, crème de cassis and chocolate, yet is firm and dry throughout. The tannin-acid balance is near perfect. Really impresses for sheer power and authority, and will age for a very long time. Best after 2018.",Sycamore Vineyard,100,96,California,Napa,Rutherford,Freemark Abbey 2009 Sycamore Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2009-sycamore-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Freemark Abbey 14,Red,Italy,"Like its sunshine-inspired name suggests, Solaia is an opulent and generous achievement that represents the highest pedigree in Italian wine. The intensity is mind-blowing and the wine peels back slowly to reveal thick layers of blackberry, chocolate fudge, spice and general fruit decadence. The mouthfeel is super smooth yet powerful, delivered in the most elegant fashion.",Solaia,325,97,Tuscany,Toscana,,Marchesi Antinori 2009 Solaia Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2009-solaia-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Marchesi Antinori 13,White,France,"In this great year for white Burgundy, Bâtard-Montrachet shines out as the epitome of balance between superb fruit and intense mineral and terroir characters. Its subtle touch of wood highlights the unctuous surface texture while just hinting at the steel sharpness of the structure beneath. Age this superb wine for at least 10 years.",,560,99,Burgundy,Bâtard-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 2010 Bâtard-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-laflaive-2010-chardonnay-batard-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine Leflaive 13.5,Red,Chile,"All of the new Epica wines from San Pedro seem highly manufactured and sweet. This blend is stalky and murky smelling, then heavy and cloying in the mouth, with sugar-meets-herbal flavors that finish hot and syrupy.",Epica,11,80,Central Valley,,,San Pedro 2011 Epica Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2011-epica-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,2011,San Pedro 14.5,Red,US,"In possibly the world's heaviest bottle comes this heavy Ancient Vine Zinfandel, greasy in bacon fat flavor, plus-sized in every way with a taste of sweet cigar smoke from beginning to end.",Ancient Vine,23,80,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Moss Roxx 2010 Ancient Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moss-roxx-2010-ancient-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2010,Moss Roxx 12.5,Rose,Chile,"To the eye and on the nose, this is as light as a pink wine gets. But in the mouth, it's heavy and cloying, while the flavor profile is totally dominated by sweetness, leaving a mealy, chunky, cloying finish.",Coastal Cool Climate,14,80,Casablanca Valley,,,Lomas del Valle 2012 Coastal Cool Climate Rosé (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lomas-valle-2012-coastal-cool-climate-rose-casablanca-valley/,Rosé,2012,Lomas del Valle 13.5,Red,Chile,"Stalky, burnt aromas are hardly the welcome mat one is looking for. In the mouth, this is sweet and soft, with a syrupy mouthfeel and candied flavors of berry fruits that come across fake in nature. This is 100% manipulated in style.",Epica,11,80,Central Valley,,,San Pedro 2011 Epica Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2011-epica-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,San Pedro 14.1,Red,US,"Husch's Reserve Pinot Noir is something special—floral and earthy with layers of dark cherry and strawberry. With a sidebar of candied fruit, it's well-rounded, a Pinot that can handle savory dishes of many stripes, from lamb to coq au vin and anything accented with cooked mushrooms.",Reserve,38,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Husch 2010 Reserve Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2010-reserve-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Husch 11,White,US,"This wine's aromas are uncannily German, in the way a distinct minerality is interposed throughout the scents of pretty tree fruits. It's high in acid and carries a touch of sweetness, but the vibrant fruit flavors of apple, peaches and pears signal that it's New World all the way.",Estate,18,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2011 Estate Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2011-estate-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2011,David Hill 12.7,White,US,"A mixture of vineyard sources from the Columbia Gorge and Willamette Valley, this (mostly) Pinot Blanc was aged five months in stainless steel. It's aromatic and expressive with notes of apple, spice and flowers. It's exquisitely balanced, with the residual sugar (1.9 g/L) playing perfectly off the electric acidit, and has a finish that just won't quit.",Meadow,18,91,Washington-Oregon,,,Ross Andrew 2011 Meadow White (Washington-Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ross-andrew-2011-meadow-white-washington-oregon/,White Blend,2011,Ross Andrew 14.5,Red,US,"Cambiata makes one of the best Tannats in California, and one that's worth investigation. It's big in tannins and wild berry, nettle, teriyaki beef and pepper flavors that finish dry. But it has an acidity that makes it especially elegant, and a complexity rarely seen in Zinfandel.",Rocosa Loma Vineyard,28,91,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Cambiata 2009 Rocosa Loma Vineyard Tannat (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambiata-2009-rocosa-loma-vineyard-other-red-tannat-central-coast-monterey/,Tannat,2009,Cambiata 11.5,White,US,"This fragrant, inviting, estate-grown Gewürztraminer is lush, with scents and flavors of honeysuckle, Meyer lemon, melon and lychee fruit. In the mouth it gets a bit candied, like sweet, pickled watermelon rind.",Estate,18,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2010 Estate Gewürztraminer (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2010-estate-gewurztraminer-willamette-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2010,David Hill 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is Sandra Tavares da Silva's take on Cabernet Sauvignon in the cool climate vineyards north of Lisbon. It's a fruity view, bringing out black currant fruits. The tannins are firm and, dry, giving structure to the delicious fruit. Age for 3–4 years.",,18,90,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Chocapalha 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-chocapalha-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-lisboa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Quinta de Chocapalha 13.5,Red,Portugal,"An estate wine from Aliança's vineyards in the Dão, this is powerful and rich. Its structure is cushioned by ripe black fruits, juicy acidity and density. With its concentrated fruits and minerality, this is a wine for aging over the next four years.",Aliança Particular Reserva,14,90,Dão,,,Caves Aliança 2009 Aliança Particular Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2009-particular-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2009,Caves Aliança 13.4,White,US,"This is an intensely floral style of Gewürztraminer, with expressive and pronounced aromas of flower and soap. It lingers gracefully in the mouth, continuing along those lines with flavors to match, then finishes with a graham cracker surprise.",Resonance Vineyard,20,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Sineann 2012 Resonance Vineyard Gewurztraminer (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2012-resonance-vineyard-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Sineann 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Mainly Chardonnay, with the rest Pinot Noir, this brut is forward in oranges, vanilla and yeast, with hints of raspberries. The finish clearly shows the sugary dosage. Seems like it wants time in the bottle to let all the parts knit, so give it until 2018 to see what it's doing.",Jones Vineyards Brut,70,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schramsberg 2008 Jones Vineyards Brut Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2008-jones-brut-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Schramsberg 13.7,White,US,"Another classic Gewürz from this fine winery, their best ever. As the label indicates, it's dry, but has an apparent sweetness, with honey-infused orange, Asian pear and litchee nut flavors, and those fabulous exotic spices that are so unique to the variety.",Dry,20,90,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Claiborne & Churchill 2012 Dry Gewürztraminer (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2012-dry-gewurztraminer-central-coast/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Claiborne & Churchill 13.8,Red,US,"An easy wine to drink now, this is rich and mellow with black cherry. raspberry jam and exotic spice flavors. Feels rich in the mouth, with supportive tannins and a nice bite of acidity for balance. Not an ager, but a fine example of how Napa brings elegance to Zin's country-cousin personality.",,30,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 2011 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2011-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Frog's Leap ,Red,France,"This is a bit tarry at first, but gradually opens up to reveal slightly herbal fruit notes of cassis and hints of olive and tomato—very Provençal. It's silky on the finish, so it's easy to drink now and over the next 5–6 years.",,43,89,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine La Consonnière 2010 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-consonniere-2010-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine La Consonnière 13.5,White,Italy,This is a lovely and purely Italian expression of Chardonnay that shows generous fruit and peach tones followed by chalky white mineral and a touch of cinnamon spice. The cool climate of Piedmont in northern Italy gives the wine an extra touch of freshness that really does the trick.,,22,89,Piedmont,Langhe,,Giacomo Vico 2009 Chardonnay (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-vico-2009-chardonnay-langhe/,Chardonnay,2009,Giacomo Vico 11.2,Red,US,"At just 11.2% abv, Bedell's delicate 2011 Cabernet Franc is a remarkable reflection of what good winemaking can do in a difficult vintage. Austere in profile, with tart red-cherry flavors, it's accented by violet florals and an array of mineral tones that add complexity. Soft tannins make for easy drinking.",,40,89,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Bedell 2011 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedell-2011-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Bedell 13.5,Red,Mexico,"Kuwal is a Tempranillo-led blend that's ripe and structured. Cassis, plum and toasty aromas are heady and introduce a big, ripe palate with round tannins, harmony and flavors of coffee, chocolate, spice and blackberry. To no surprise, it finishes jammy and rich. Drink through 2017.",Kuwal,31,89,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Tres Valles 2010 Kuwal Red (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-valles-2010-kuwal-red-valle-guadalupe/,Red Blend,2010,Tres Valles 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Elegant and creamy, with pretty highlights of peach, melon and toasted bread, this beautiful Italian sparkler makes a perfect opener for a long and sophisticated meal. Foamy effervescence gives the wine depth and persistency.",Brut Satèn,30,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ronco Calino NV Brut Satèn (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronco-calino-nv-brut-saten-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Ronco Calino 14.2,Red,US,"This delicious Pinot Noir is Miro's best ever. It's ripe in fruit and spices, offering wave after wave of raspberry Newton, brown sugar, Dr. Pepper cola, cinnamon and sandalwood flavors that persist through a long finish. Easy to like now, but it's not an ager.",Floodgate Vineyard,28,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Miro 2011 Floodgate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miro-2011-floodgate-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Miro 13.1,Red,US,"A distinctive streak of cola runs through this wine, along with a mix of wild strawberries and spice. It's elegant and seamless, doing a lovely, gentle fade into a lightly spicy finish.",Piedmont Estate,44,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Vista Hills 2010 Piedmont Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-hills-2010-piedmont-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Vista Hills 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A classic 10-year old tawny, hovering tantalizingly between wood-aged flavors and fruit. It comes down just on the side of the wood flavors, suggesting the blend has some older wines in it. It is a deliciously drinkable, not too dry, wine.",Ten Year Old Aged Tawny,34,89,Port,,,Quinta do Portal NV Ten Year Old Aged Tawny (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-nv-ten-year-old-aged-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta do Portal 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"With an amazingly large case production, you should have absolutely no problem finding this well valued Italian sparkler at the retailer nearest you. It offers toasted bread, lemon curd and toasted almond on the fresh finish.",Brut Talento,14,89,,Trento,,Rotari NV Brut Talento Chardonnay (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-nv-brut-talento-chardonnay-trento-164708/,Chardonnay,,Rotari 13,White,US,"An aromatically distinctive wine, with notes of peanut shells, dried apricot, and lees. A hair off dry, it's broad and textured, with vibrant acidity, finishing just a touch bitter.",Wy'East Vineyard,20,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Sineann 2012 Wy'East Vineyard Pinot Gris (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2012-wyeast-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Pinot Gris,2012,Sineann 15,Red,Argentina,"This blend of 80% Malbec with 20% Syrah is dense and rich but a touch flat on the nose, with blueberry and cumin accents. The palate feels heavy and tannic, while flavors of blackberry, prune and herbs are nice. A drawing, hard finish harks back to the tannic palate, and given that this is already six years old you might as well drink it now.",,35,89,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Monteviejo 2007 Malbec-Syrah (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteviejo-2007-red-blend-malbec-syrah-uco-valley/,Malbec-Syrah,2007,Monteviejo 13,Red,US,"While it shares the same floral overtones, the 2010 Bedell Cabernet Franc is a marked contrast to the demure 2011 vintage. This one is a bold, concentrated powerhouse of red cherry flavor, with a rich, lavish texture and a dark granite minerality that's penetrating to the finish. Equally good, but fascinating side-by-side.",,40,89,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Bedell 2010 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedell-2010-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Bedell 14,Red,Portugal,"A powerful, tannic wine, very dry and firm. Underneath the dry exterior, there are great fruits waiting to fully express themselves. It will always be a structured wine, the black fruits a serious component along with the spice from wood aging. Keep for 4–5 more years.",Reserva,19,89,Lisboa,,,Quinta de S. Sebastião 2009 Reserva Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-sao-sebastiao-2009-reserva-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta de S. Sebastião 14.2,White,US,"A fragrant Roussanne that could easily convince doubters that this variety does impressively stand on its own. Exuding honeysuckle, pear and honey, it's crisp and nicely textured with a depth and weight that gives it a sense of fullness but not fat.",Bonofiglio Vineyard,34,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Campovida 2012 Bonofiglio Vineyard Roussanne (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campovida-2012-bonofiglio-vineyard-roussanne-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Roussanne,2012,Campovida 13,White,Portugal,"Solista, meaning made from one grape rather than a blend, is a new range of wines from Adega Mayor. This fresh, fruity Verdelho is perfumed, with lemon and orange-peel flavors. It's all ready to drink.",Solista Branco,,89,Alentejano,,,Adega Mayor 2011 Solista Branco Verdelho (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-mayor-2011-solista-branco-spanish-white-verdelho-alentejano/,Verdelho,2011,Adega Mayor 13.8,White,US,"Extraordinarily rich and ripe in tropical fruits, oranges and honey, this Chardonnay's lushness is balanced by citrusy acids and minerality. It's very good, but you find yourself wishing it was drier and more complex for the price.",Dutton Ranch,50,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Walt 2011 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walt-2011-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Walt 13,Red,France,"A step up from Sélection in the Moulin-à-Vent range from Duboeuf, this wine has been aged in oak for six months. The result is a ripe, smoothly textured wine, its cherry fruits offering an attractive smoky character. It could do with a year, even two, for aging.",Oak-Aged,,89,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Oak-Aged (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-oak-aged-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 13.9,White,US,"Dry, mouthwatering in acidity, and with a firm steeliness to the citrus and tropical fruits, this Chardonnay is fancy enough to drink with rich fare, like crab. It shows the elegance of the Santa Rita Hills, at a fair price.",,22,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Gainey 2011 Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2011,Gainey 14.4,Red,US,"Rich, ripe and flashy, this Cabernet scores high on the deliciousness factor. That is Peju's speciality, and here they have produced a gorgeous wine of soft tannins, creaminess and ripe black currant, anise and dark chocolate flavors. Tasty now, and will stay fresh for up to five years.",,45,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Peju 12,White,US,"There's a hint of smoke that adds a dark edge to the pretty white floral notes of this easy drinking, elegantly balanced Sauvignon Blanc. It's dry and refreshing on the palate, while hints of waxy minerality and bitter lime pith lend complexity to the finish.",Fumé Blanc,15,89,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Osprey's Dominion 2012 Fumé Blanc Sauvignon Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ospreys-dominion-2012-fume-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Osprey's Dominion 13,Red,US,"There's a musky leather note that adds intrigue to crisp black-plum notes in this mineral-intense Meritage. Moderately full in body, the palate is concentrated, with pristine fruit balanced by a kick of acidity and ripe tannins.",Flight,24,89,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Osprey's Dominion 2007 Flight Meritage (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ospreys-dominion-2007-flight-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-long-island-north-fork/,Meritage,2007,Osprey's Dominion 15,Red,Argentina,"The nose on this Malbec is blue-green, meaning it deals both blueberry and boysenberry but also alfalfa and minty green aromas. The palate feels big and generous, with nice acidity and flavors of pastry, jammy blackberry, molasses and spice. Amid the layered finish, you'll find baked black-fruit flavors and light green notes.",,80,89,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2008 Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2008-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2008,O. Fournier 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"With its stumpy, old fashioned bottle and cork, this is an LBV for aging. It is perfumed and smooth, with a core of solid tannins and a firm texture. Black fruits and just the right amount of sweetness balance the dryness of the spirit. Keep for several years, or drink now.",Late Bottled Vintage,24,89,Port,,,Quinta do Portal 2008 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2008-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Quinta do Portal 14.1,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-style blend is nothing like anything from Napa Valley. It's more acidic and tighter, with rustically old-fashioned tannins. Yet the blackberry, cherry, plum and raisin flavors are thoroughly modern. Pleasant now, and should hold for a few years.",Red Wine,48,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Coastview 2009 Red Wine Red (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastview-2009-red-wine-central-coast-monterey-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Coastview 15.9,Red,US,"This is a high-alcohol Zin; it almost tastes like Port, with rich raisin, chocolate, blackberry and nettle flavors. It's admirable for sheer power, but will go to your head after a glass or two.",Felicia,75,89,California,Napa,St. Helena,Chiarello Family Vineyards 2010 Felicia Zinfandel (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiarello-family-2010-felicia-zinfandel-napa-st-helena/,Zinfandel,2010,Chiarello Family Vineyards 14.4,Red,US,"A very good Syrah that's even better than the 2010 because it's drier and has better structure. It's rich in blackberry jam, dark chocolate, bacon and black pepper flavors, wrapped up in smooth, creamy tannins. Drink now.",,29,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Straight Line 2011 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/straight-line-2011-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2011,Straight Line 14.1,Red,US,"A big Cabernet, showing the dramatic mouthfeel that well-made Napa Cabernet always has. It's full bodied, dry and softly tannic, with classic blackberry and currant flavors. Should hold in the bottle for about six years.",Parady Vineyard,59,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kasuari 2010 Parady Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kasuari-2010-parady-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Kasuari ,Red,US,"Soft and sweetly fruity at this time, offering ripe, candied raspberry, cherry and red currant flavors. It's a little direct and brown sugary, but shows enough stuffing that it could develop earthy, mushroomy complexities in 5–6 years.",Stanly Ranch,54,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2010 Stanly Ranch Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2010-stanly-ranch-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Saintsbury 13,White,Italy,"This lovely Ribolla Gialla offers thick richness and intensity that entices but never goes overboard. Lingering tones of peach, grapefruit and candied fruit fill in the rear.",,27,89,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Vigna Traverso 2011 Ribolla Gialla (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigna-traverso-2011-italian-white-ribolla-gialla-colli-orientali-friuli/,Ribolla Gialla,2011,Vigna Traverso 14,White,US,"Loaded with scents and flavors of grapefruit, this leesy, textural Pinot Gris is bracing and mouth-filling. It's definitely on the tart side, but could be paired with a wide variety of fish and poultry dishes.",,20,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Raptor Ridge 2012 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raptor-ridge-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,Raptor Ridge 14.3,Red,US,"This old vines Pinot has an unusual strength of flavor. It's easily the most powerful of Lynmar's new Pinots, with deep, brooding cherry and red currant flavors that have been concentrated to syrupy intensity like a boiled-down fruit-wine sauce. It's impressive, but intensely rich. Give it 5–6 years to see if things change.",Quail Hill Vineyard Old Vines,70,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2011 Quail Hill Vineyard Old Vines Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2011-quail-hill-vineyard-old-vines-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Lynmar 14,Red,Portugal,"This big, ripe wine is well polished with a juicy, fragrant character from the spiced plums. The wood aging has resulted in deceptively soft tannins, and the delicious black fruits are still upfront. This wine could age for 2–3 years.",Rapariga da Quinta Colheita Seleccionada,15,89,Alentejano,,,Luis Duarte 2011 Rapariga da Quinta Colheita Seleccionada Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-duarte-2011-rapariga-quinta-colheita-seleccionada-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2011,Luis Duarte 14.3,Red,US,"This is one of the better California Tempranillos out there. It's delicate and silky on the palate, and earthy despite rich raspberry and cherry fruit. Balanced with crisp acidity and a scour of dusty tannins, it's complex enough to enjoy with a great steak, especially with mushrooms. A consistent followup to the winery's 2010.",,27,89,California,California Other,California,Straight Line 2011 Tempranillo (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/straight-line-2011-tempranillo-other/,Tempranillo,2011,Straight Line 13.5,Red,US,"Following in the wake of the marvelously ripe 2009 Tendril, this does not carry the same weight and authority. It's well made and accurately reflects the cooler, difficult vintage. Strawberry fruit is lightly coated in chocolaty tannins; the wine remains firm and compact, with medium body and balance throughout.",,48,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Tendril 2010 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tendril-2010-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Tendril 8,White,US,"A sweet, slightly sugary Oregon Riesling that gives a gentle nod to the German Kabinett style. The low (8%) alcohol is the tip-off. The delicate, floral aromas and light stone-fruit flavors make this an ideal summer sipping wine.",,20,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sineann 2012 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2012-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2012,Sineann 13.5,White,US,"Pricey, but it's a very good Sauvignon Blanc. You can tell right away that it's pedigreed, from the perfumed aroma to the complex flavors of citrus fruits, peaches, sweet hay, vanilla, toast and white pepper. With a dry finish, it's versatile across a range of foods.",,30,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nitty Gritty 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nitty-gritty-2011-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Nitty Gritty 13.5,Red,US,"Really impressive at this price for its depth of flavor and overall balance. Dry and elegantly constructed, it shows extravagant flavors of blackberries, cherries, sweet currants and sandalwood. A lovely Merlot of great charm and drinkability. Production was 5,800 cases.",,14,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,L de Lyeth 2011 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/l-lyeth-2011-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2011,L de Lyeth 15.9,Red,US,"Heady on the nose with aromas of dried plums and vanilla spice, Claletto is a wine unlike any made on Long Island. Made in the passito style using partially dried Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, it's intensely full bodied and bold in alcohol, with a rich, slightly rustic mouthfeel.",25th Anniversary Claletto,85,89,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 2010 25th Anniversary Claletto Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2010-25th-anniversary-claletto-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-hamptons/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Wölffer 11,Sparkling,Italy,"A new single-vineyard product from a protagonist in the world of quality Prosecco Superiore, this Brut expression opens with frothy foam and dry aromas of talc powder, crushed mineral and white flower. The wine is sharp and defined with a blast of balanced acidity on the close.",Col Credas Rive di Farra di Soligo Brut,22,89,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Adami 2011 Col Credas Rive di Farra di Soligo Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adami-2011-col-credas-rive-farra-soligo-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2011,Adami 14.8,Red,US,"Hoyt's 2010 Tempranillo is a huge improvement over their 2009. The fruit is riper and more focused, making the wine more balanced and interesting. Strong acids and firm tannins bracket concentrated cherry jam, red currant and bacon flavors made for drinking now.",,45,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hoyt Family Vineyards 2010 Tempranillo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoyt-family-2010-tempranillo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tempranillo,2010,Hoyt Family Vineyards 14,Red,Portugal,"A black-hued blend of Aragonez, Touriga Nacional and Trincadeira, this is powerful, rich and firmly packed with tannins as well as dense plum and wood flavors. Accents of spice and mint add complexity. The wine will benefit from 2–3 years of aging to soften and round out, but it's drinkable now.",Ciconia The Reserva,13,89,Alentejano,,,Herdade de São Miguel 2011 Ciconia The Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-sao-miguel-2011-ciconia-the-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2011,Herdade de São Miguel 12,White,Portugal,"Almost cool in character, this crisp Douro comes from high-altitude vineyards. The grapes yield a fruity citrus- and pear-driven wine that's minerally, with just the right amount of acidity to push its freshness forward.",Vinho Branco,9,89,Douro,,,Aveleda 2012 Vinho Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2012-vinho-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2012,Aveleda 13.8,Red,US,"Rich and robust with smooth tannins, this Lake County Cabernet tastes deliciously austere, with leather, cedar and earth layered over crisp mountain berry fruit. More like the Xurus 2007 than the 2008, it should age just as gracefully, with its savory nature strengthening over time.",Sonatina Vineyard,75,90,California,Lake County,Lake County,Xurus 2009 Sonatina Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xurus-2009-sonatina-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Xurus 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Layers of toasted nuts and an earthy, saline character reveal the complexities of bottle maturation in this beautiful Long Island sparkler. Quite bold in its petillance and nervy with acidity, it's balanced by rich texture and a long, minerally finish.",Brut Séduction,60,90,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sparkling Pointe 2003 Brut Séduction Sparkling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkling-pointe-2003-brut-seduction-long-island-north-fork/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Sparkling Pointe 13.5,White,US,"With a brisk hit of acidity and cool-climate grapefruit and lemon flavors that just manage to break into richer apricots and papayas, this Chardonnay appeals for its complex interest. It's creamy and sweet in oak, yet finishes dry. Not an ager, but a nice Chardonnay for drinking now.",Estate Grown,30,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Silverado 2011 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2011-estate-grown-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Silverado 13.5,Red,Mexico,"This manly blend of Cabernet, Tempranillo, Merlot and Zinfandel spends no less than 30 months in oak, and apparently that's what's needed to coax out roasted aromas of baked plum and raspberry. It's a bit choppy in terms of tannic bite, but Gran Amado's huge profile of raspberry, plum, cassis and cherry flavors blends power with enough complexity to rate as excellent. Drink through 2018.",Gran Amado,100,90,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Viñas de Garza 2009 Gran Amado Red (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-garza-2009-gran-amado-red-valle-guadalupe/,Red Blend,2009,Viñas de Garza 13,White,Italy,"Like all the wines created by Roccolo Grassi, you can really feel that extra push towards quality and elegance here. La Broia is an oak-aged Soave with a soft consistency and loads of peach, tangerine, melon and white fruit intensity. The finish is smooth and creamy.",La Broia,20,90,Veneto,Soave,,Roccolo Grassi 2010 La Broia (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roccolo-grassi-2010-broia-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2010,Roccolo Grassi 14.2,White,US,"A fine Chardonnay, one of the better ones from Napa Valley. It's firmly structured and steely, with good acidity and subtle apricot, orange, Asian pear, honey and toast flavors.",,28,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequoia Grove 2011 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2011-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Sequoia Grove ,Red,US,"Ripe and delicious in fruit, this Pinot tastes like juicy raspberries, cherries and persimmons drizzled with brown sugar and vanilla. A touch of heat shows on the finish. Drink now–2014 for freshness.",Lee Vineyard,54,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2010 Lee Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2010-lee-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Saintsbury 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"From the celebrated Cartizze cru, this delicate sparkling wine shows delicate tones of talc powder and honey backed by citrus and stone fruit. What sets the wine apart is the elegance and soft perlage it shows overall.",Dry,,90,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Ruggeri & C. NV Dry (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruggeri-c-nv-dry-italian-white-glera-valdobbiadene-superiore-cartizze/,Glera,,Ruggeri & C. 14.5,Red,US,"Impenetrably black in color and very tannic, this is a big, aloof Syrah. It's bone dry and hard to appreciate now, with elusive blackberry fruit that surfaces briefly, then disappears into a hard finish. The vineyard is in the cool, damp southern part of the valley. Kudos to Lost Canyon for holding it back this long, but it still needs time. Try after 2016.",Trenton Station Vineyard,38,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lost Canyon 2008 Trenton Station Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-canyon-2008-trenton-station-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2008,Lost Canyon 14.8,Red,US,"This is a juicy blend of blueberry-swaddled Carignane, Zinfandel and Petite Sirah that's also got cherry and raspberry fruit lurking around the edges. Firm, spicy and delicious, it's an out-of-the-ordinary blend that'll surprise and please, especially alongside Asian-inspired short ribs or anything caramelized.",The Deviant,42,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Newsome-Harlow 2010 The Deviant Red (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newsome-harlow-2010-deviant-red-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Red Blend,2010,Newsome-Harlow 13,Red,France,"A structured wine, packed with red fruits and delightful acidity. There is a core of dark tannin and a solid structure as well as the bright freshness at the end. Because it has this structure, it's worth aging for 4–5 years.",,42,90,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine des Croix 2011 Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-des-croix-2011-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine des Croix 13,White,France,"A rich Pouilly Fuissé, concentrating on ripe tropical fruits and a rounded structure. The wine has weight, richness and a good density. With all these complex characters, it's a wine that needs to age over at least three years.",Clos Reyssié,,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Clos Reyssié (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-clos-reyssie-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 13,Red,France,"Big, bold and tannic, this is powerful Gamay from La Tour du Bief vineyard in Juliénas. It has weight, and a concentrated texture that bodes well for the wine's future. Along with this structure are the fragrant black and red currant fruits, already delicious to drink.",Clef du Bief,,90,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Clef du Bief (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-clef-bief-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 13,Red,France,"This wine has great strawberry flavors with soft tannins and sweet fruits. It's fragrant, delicate, and very pure in style, with just a hint of structure and likely to age over the medium term.",,,90,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,François Bertheau 2011 Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-bertheau-2011-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2011,François Bertheau 14,White,Italy,"You won't find many wines like this on the market today. The blend is Tai grapes with 30% Sauvignon. The bouquet is broad and intense with complex aromas of peach, apricot, cinnamon, passion fruit, toasted almond and butterscotch. In the mouth, the texture is long, creamy and soft.",Olmèra,44,90,Veneto,Veneto,,De Stefani 2010 Olmèra White (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefani-2010-olmera-white-veneto/,White Blend,2010,De Stefani 13,Red,US,"The 2010 BlackJack is loaded with tart cranberry and pomegranate fruit flavors. There is a streak of iron and darker notes that come through in earthy, slighted roasted tannins. The complexity is intriguing and adds depth to a rather light vintage.",Estate BlackJack,55,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2010 Estate BlackJack Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2010-estate-blackjack-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,David Hill 14,Red,Portugal,"With many characteristics of the granite-soil based Dão, this is a dense, mineral and dark fruited wine. It has blackberry and plum-skin fruits as well as a firm, tannic core. Even though it's tightly structured now, it is drinkable, but would benefit from another year's aging.",Vista Reserva,14,90,Beiras,,,Caves Aliança 2010 Vista Reserva Touriga Nacional (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2010-vista-reserva-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-beiras/,Touriga Nacional,2010,Caves Aliança 14.5,Rose,US,"Pricey for a blush wine, but this is an excellent one, among the best rosés of the year. It's fairly dark in color and full-bodied, but very rich in strawberry and spice flavors, and the finish is smooth and dry.",Chiara Rosé of Zinfandel,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chiarello Family Vineyards 2012 Chiara Rosé of Zinfandel Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiarello-family-2012-chiara-rose-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Rosé,2012,Chiarello Family Vineyards 11.5,White,Portugal,"The Aveleda estate is the source of the fruit for this dry, delicious Vinho Verde. It's a reference for the food-friendly, lemon and grapefruit style, adding minerality and a taut texture to the forward fruitiness. Drink this summer, or hold for up to six months.",Quinta da Aveleda Estate Bottled,9,90,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda 2012 Quinta da Aveleda Estate Bottled White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2012-quinta-estate-bottled-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Aveleda 15.5,Red,Argentina,"A pitch-black color is a good indication of the power and concentration this old-vine Malbec has in store. Aromas of blackberry, fir forest and ink set up an over-the-top-rich palate, with heavy extraction and giant flavors of minty blackberry and chocolate. Pull out the knife and fork to cut through the deep, chocolaty finish. Drink now through 2017.",Swinto,40,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Belasco de Baquedano 2010 Swinto Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belasco-baquedano-2010-swinto-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Belasco de Baquedano 13.2,White,US,"Grgich Hills is better known for Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon, but this is really a great Sauvignon Blanc, although they call it Fumé Blanc. The wine is dry, yet enormously flavorful in citrus and tropical fruits, with a mouthwatering, savory hit of green gooseberry followed by creamy, leesy richness.",Fumé Blanc Estate Grown Dry,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2011 Fumé Blanc Estate Grown Dry Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2011-fume-blanc-estate-grown-dry-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Grgich Hills 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Le Colture is one of the best producers of Prosecco Superiore and this Dry expression spells out why. The wine is soft and layered with pretty nuances of peach, white flower and fresh tangerine. You'll love those drying mineral notes at the end that contrast this sparkler's natural sweetness.",Dry,30,90,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Le Colture NV Dry (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-colture-nv-dry-italian-white-glera-valdobbiadene-superiore-cartizze/,Glera,,Le Colture 13.3,Red,US,"This excellent wine has good concentration and pretty, fruit-sweet flavors of berry, cherry, and a splash of Dr. Pepper. It brings in elegant details of truffle and more of that pleasant cola character, and lingers through a generous finish.",Hawks View Vineyard,38,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Hawks View 2010 Hawks View Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawks-view-2010-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2010,Hawks View 15,Red,US,"With a heady bouquet of berry and peppery spice, new Edmeades winemaker Ben Salazar is showing great talent with Mendocino Zinfandel, producing a fairly large-scale bottling full of intense spice and soft tannins. Graham crackers and oak play gingerly in the background. This is a wonderful wine and a new beginning for Edmeades.",,20,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Edmeades 2010 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmeades-2010-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Edmeades 13.7,Red,US,"Very pretty aromas of strawberry and raspberry introduce this fruit-forward, estate-grown Pinot. It's lightly spiced, with fine balance and a finish redolent of sandalwood.",Marylhurst Estate,36,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Vista Hills 2010 Marylhurst Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-hills-2010-marylhurst-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Vista Hills 14.5,Red,US,"This wine is dry, rich and tannic, showing true Napa elegance. It's rich and savory, with black and red cherry, red currant, licorice and mocha flavors. Provides beautiful drinking now and over the next year or two.",,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Black Stallion 2010 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-stallion-2010-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Black Stallion 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Cartizze expression of Prosecco Superiore shows gorgeous fullness and softness with pretty layers of peach, nectarine and dry talc powder. The sparkler is smooth and creamy and renders a generous and soft feeling in the mouth.",Dry,39,90,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Bortolotti NV Dry (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolotti-nv-dry-italian-white-glera-valdobbiadene-superiore-cartizze/,Glera,,Bortolotti 15.5,Red,Argentina,"Sweet, jammy aromas of blueberry and cassis suggest ripeness to the max. For confirmation, the palate is rich, plump, soft and a bit heavy, with prune, baked berry and cassis flavors that end in a chewy, warm, fully ripe finish. Drink this beefy, ripe Malbec now through 2015.",Cuartel 2,40,90,Mendoza Province,Perdriel,,Marchiori & Barraud 2009 Cuartel 2 Malbec (Perdriel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchiori-barraud-2009-cuartel-2-malbec-perdriel/,Malbec,2009,Marchiori & Barraud 14,Red,Mexico,"This Cabernet blend is one of Baja's best reds. Cured meat, dry spice and brandied berry aromas lead to an elegant (by Baja standards) palate with herbal hints, plenty of spice, solid cherry and berry flavors, and modest tannins. This wine has guts and delivers the goods; contains 18% Merlot and 10% Petit Verdot. Drink through 2020.",Gran Ricardo,56,90,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Monte Xanic 2010 Gran Ricardo Red (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-xanic-2010-gran-ricardo-red-valle-guadalupe/,Red Blend,2010,Monte Xanic 14.6,Red,US,"A rich, opulent Cabernet, made in the modern style. It's firm in tannins and dense with blackberry, currant, olive, dark chocolate and new oak flavors, but is really too young to drink now. Give it at least 6–8 years.",Reserve,80,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bacio Divino 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacio-divino-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Bacio Divino 13.5,White,Italy,"Named after one of the fastest race horses to compete in Italy, Varenne is a tight and complex expression of Chardonnay with bright fruit tones and peach followed by cooling acidity and creamy thickness. A light passage in oak gives it extra staying power on the finish.",Varenne,30,90,Piedmont,Langhe,,Le Vigne di Ca' Nova 2008 Varenne Chardonnay (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-vigne-ca-nova-2008-varenne-chardonnay-langhe/,Chardonnay,2008,Le Vigne di Ca' Nova 13.5,White,US,"A fine, brisk Chardonnay, marked by acidity and minerals and a certain elusiveness. But at its core are amazingly ripe tropical fruit, honey and vanilla flavors, with additional richness from oak. Good price for a Carneros Chard of this elegance and complexity.",,25,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2011 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2011-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Saintsbury 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"An outstanding value wine that hits all the right spots both on the nose and in the mouth, this rosé sparkler would taste great on a hot summer afternoon. Light touches of peach, cranberry and pink grapefruit segue to creamy foam and warm touches of freshly baked bread.",Rosé,14,90,,Trento,,Rotari NV Rosé Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-nv-rose-sparkling-trento-164709/,Sparkling Blend,,Rotari 13.5,Red,Italy,"Liano is a beautiful blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon that will surprise you with its deep chocolate fudge and exotic spice with black cherry and blackberry. This bold and opulent expression offers a long, soft and velvety finish. An amazing step forward over past vintages.",Liano,,90,Central Italy,Rubicone,,Umberto Cesari 2010 Liano Red (Rubicone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umberto-cesari-2010-liano-red-rubicone/,Red Blend,2010,Umberto Cesari 15.2,Red,US,"The word “briary” is hard to define. In Zinfandel, it suggests wild berries, ripe under the summer sun, but also the peppery weeds that grow nearby, many of them succulent herbs with bracing medicinal qualities. Dry Creek Zins are famous for these notes, and this is a classic Dry Creek Zin. The alcohol is quite high, but not out of balance, and the overall impression is the essence of Sonoma old-vine Zinfandel.",Riverwash,35,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Sequum 2010 Riverwash Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequum-2010-riverwash-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Sequum 13.1,Red,US,"Production is lower for this cuvée in 2010, and the sources now incude Nysa and Ribbon Ridge along with Maresh. Aged in one-fifth new French oak for just under a year, it remains tightly wound, with tart, primary raspberry fruit wrapped in moderate acids. There are delicate herbal notes sprinkled throughout. Overall this is elegant, balanced and strongest on the midpalate.",La Paulée,36,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Scott Paul 2010 La Paulée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-paul-2010-paulee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Scott Paul 13,Red,France,"Firm in tannins, but bright with cherry fruits, this has lovely youthful acidity. Firmer tannins promise good aging over the next 4–5 years.",La Colombière,,90,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair 2011 La Colombière (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comte-liger-belair-2011-colombiere-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair 13,Red,France,"Already harmonious, this is a potentially opulent wine with a dry core surrounded by ripe red cherry and berry fruit. At the end, the spice adds a fuller note.",Aux Cras Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair 2011 Aux Cras Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comte-liger-belair-2011-aux-cras-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair 14.5,Red,US,"This is a fine, impressive Cabernet that shows the soft tannins and slight herbaceousness of Alexander Valley, yet is rich in cherry jam, cassis liqueur, chocolate and sweet oak flavors. Feels plush and fancy in the mouth. Drink soon.",,39,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Dewitt 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dewitt-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Dewitt 15,Red,Italy,"Pietramora Riserva is a dark and masculine wine with aromas of blackberry, black cherry and plum backed by soft renderings of spice, rum cake and leather. The wine shows nice density that is filling without being heavy.",Pietramora Riserva,45,90,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Fattoria Zerbina 2008 Pietramora Riserva (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-zerbina-2008-pietramora-riserva-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2008,Fattoria Zerbina 14,Red,Italy,"A symbolic expression of Italian winemaking, this blend of five grapes (Montepulciano, Primitivo, Sangiovese, Negroamaro and Malvasia) crosses regional borders and delivers various local wine traditions in a single bottle. The wine is bold, rich and very masculine with huge vanilla oak spice, black cherry and chocolate.",Edizione Cinque Autoctoni,44,90,Italy Other,Italy,,Farnese 2009 Edizione Cinque Autoctoni Red (Italy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farnese-2009-edizione-cinque-autoctoni-red-other/,Red Blend,2009,Farnese 14,Red,Portugal,"The label made from cork adds a curiosity value to this big, firmly tannic wine. With its weight, considerable structure and chunky black fruits, it's definitely a wine to age. Give it 5–6 years.",Quinta da Dôna,44,90,Bairrada,,,Caves Aliança 2009 Quinta da Dôna Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2009-quinta-dona-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2009,Caves Aliança 13.5,Red,US,"Coming in at a cool 13.5% alcohol, it's light, fresh and appealing, with notes of mineral, berry, olive and smoked ham. The oak is dialed way back and the finish sails off into the distance.","4-2,A",25,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,"Quady North 2009 4-2,A Syrah (Rogue Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-north-2009-4-2-a-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-rogue-valley/,Syrah,2009,Quady North 14.9,Red,US,"This is Sextant's most successful of 10 new 2010 releases. It tastes like a best-of-barrels blend of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Syrah. Rich, layered and satisfying, it offers waves of berries, herbs, cocoa, savory tobacco leaf, bacon and exotic spices. Drink now.",Night Watch,50,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sextant 2010 Night Watch Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sextant-2010-night-watch-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,Sextant 13,Sparkling,Italy,"You'll love the soft and subtle way this light pink sparkler spreads throughout the mouth. A sensation of plush volume is backed by creamy foam and delicate tones of wild berry, pink grapefruit and freshly baked bread.",Brut Rosè,34,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi NV Brut Rosè (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-franciacorta-164848/,Sparkling Blend,,Contadi Castaldi 14,White,US,"Rich in tropical fruits, oak, butter cream and lees, this Chardonnay is picking up bottle age. It's drying out and getting earthy and a little mushroomy, but is very complex and racy. A wine for connoisseurs to appreciate. Drink soon.",Terraces,30,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Coastview 2009 Terraces Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastview-2009-terraces-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Coastview 13,Sparkling,US,"The color of this blend of 76% Chardonnay and 24% Pinot Noir is a rich, golden pink. It's medium-bodied and rich in toast, strawberry and lime flavors that finish a little sweet. The acidity is fabulous. Might develop bottle notes over the years, but why bother. It's a beautiful bubbly to drink now.",Querencia Brut Rosé,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Schramsberg 2009 Querencia Brut Rosé Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2009-querencia-brut-rose-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Schramsberg 13,Red,France,"Rich and ripe with great plum and black cherry fruits, this is a powerful wine, showing the structure inherent in good Morgon. The fruits, acidity and tannins are serious, promising good aging over 2–3 years.",Domaine de la Chaponne,,90,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Jean-Claude Debeaune 2011 Domaine de la Chaponne (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-debeaune-2011-domaine-chaponne-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2011,Jean-Claude Debeaune 15.3,Red,US,"This is an excellent Petite Sirah that's robust and high in alcohol, and rich, with flamboyant cherry jam, red currant, white chocolate, persimmon and spice flavors. Almost like Port on the palate, it's a great wine to sip and savor.",Thompson Vineyard,34,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2011 Thompson Vineyard Petite Sirah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2011-thompson-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Petite Sirah,2011,Jaffurs 13,Red,Portugal,"A fine, ripe wine, fully structured with its tannins supported by delicious red fruits. It has concentration and a generous feel to it, showing warmth as well as a strong line in acidity. The wine finishes with spice, fruit, and tannins in the background.",Reserva Touriga Nacional-Castelão-Trincadeira,9,90,Tejo,,,Casaleiro 2012 Reserva Touriga Nacional-Castelão-Trincadeira Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casaleiro-2012-reserva-touriga-nacional-castelao-trincadeira-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2012,Casaleiro 13,White,US,"A beautiful evocation of this up-and-coming variety. While it's dry and crisp in Monterey acidity, it shows tantalizing flavors of orange, honey, cream and vanilla. Birichino is leading the Malvasia comeback, which could and should rival Muscat.",,16,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Birichino 2012 Malvasia Bianca (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/birichino-2012-italian-white-malvasia-bianca-central-coast-monterey/,Malvasia Bianca,2012,Birichino 13.8,White,US,"Campovida's Mendocino take on a classic Italian white, this Arneis is floral, balancing its high-wire acidity with standout characteristics of lemon, grapefruit and just-ripe pear. This is a perfect wine to pour with light appetizers or for the first sip of the day.",Spirit Canyon Vineyard,38,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Campovida 2012 Spirit Canyon Vineyard Arneis (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campovida-2012-spirit-canyon-vineyard-italian-white-arneis-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Arneis,2012,Campovida 13,White,Portugal,"Like wines from many vineyards that look across the Minho river to Spain, this Alvarinho is typically rich, deliciously ripe with pear and peach flavors, and brisk with a streak of acidity. The wine is textured, ripe and perfumed. Keep for six months at least.",QM,23,90,Vinho Verde,,,Quintas de Melgaço 2012 QM Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintas-melgaco-2012-qm-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2012,Quintas de Melgaço 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a serious wine, but still young. It has a strong, tannic element that powers through with dark fruit and acidity. With wood aging, a dry core and weight, this is a dark wine, ready for aging over the next 4–5 years.",Colheita,15,90,Douro,,,Quinta do Portal 2010 Colheita Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2010-colheita-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Quinta do Portal 11,White,Portugal,"This is fruity, floral Vinho Verde, that's very crisp and citrusy. It has bright acidity, a light, dancing character, and green fruits, grapefruit and a mineral texture that should come together deliciously for the summer.",,15,90,Vinho Verde,,,Quinta do Ameal 2011 Loureiro (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ameal-2011-portuguese-white-loureiro-vinho-verde/,Loureiro,2011,Quinta do Ameal 13.5,White,US,"There's a mellow, honeyed richness to this Chardonnay, with apricot, orange, mango and vanilla flavors making it especially tasty. It's a flamboyant, complex wine at a great price, and easy to find, with 84,000 cases produced.",Avant,15,90,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2011 Avant Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2011-avant-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Kendall-Jackson 14,Red,Italy,"Italy shows that it is capable of great Pinot Nero thanks to this delicate expression from the far north of the country. Light berry nuances are followed by pressed violets, almond and a savory touch of dark tobacco.",Pfarrhof Riserva,,90,,Alto Adige,,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 2009 Pfarrhof Riserva Pinot Nero (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellerei-kaltern-caldaro-2009-pfarrhof-riserva-pinot-noir-nero-alto-adige/,Pinot Nero,2009,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 13,Red,France,"This is a ripe and juicy wine, full of cherry fruit, that also has a sense of structure. It has tannins that promise some aging as well as the natural fruitiness of Beaujolais. Keep this generous wine for at least two years.",Château des Labourons,22,90,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Henry Fessy 2011 Château des Labourons (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-fessy-2011-chateau-labourons-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2011,Henry Fessy 14.5,Red,US,"This is a complex wine, with subtle cherry, licorice, herb and sandalwood flavors that finish dry and spicy. The balance is impeccable. Blended from Mourvèdre, Grenache, Cinsault and Syrah, it's the winery's most successful wine of the vintage because the various varieties fill in the divots each of them individually lacks.",Heritage Cuvée Mourvèdre-Grenache-Cinsault-Syrah,22,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2010 Heritage Cuvée Mourvèdre-Grenache-Cinsault-Syrah Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2010-heritage-cuvee-mourvedre-grenache-cinsault-syrah-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Curtis 14.5,Red,US,"Ehlers' 1886 bottling is their best Cabernet effort of the vintage. It shows detailed fruit, with luscious black cherries, raspberries, cassis and chocolate wedded to toasty, new French oak. The tannins also illustrate the estate's style, being soft and complex at the same time. An excellent wine, but a little sharp on the finish. Drink 2014–2018.",1886 Estate,95,90,California,Napa,St. Helena,Ehlers Estate 2010 1886 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehlers-estate-2010-1886-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Ehlers Estate 14.2,White,US,"Another fine Chardonnay from this esteemed producer. Shows the house signature of dryness, zesty acidity and a minerally cleanliness like Spring snow melt. It's rich in tropical fruits, with additional layers of cream and vanilla from barrel fermentation.",Highland,27,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2011 Highland Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2011-highland-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Morgan 14.5,Red,US,"A delightful southern Rhône-style wine for drinking now. It's juicy and fruity in cherries, red currants, bacon, spices and herbs, with a complex structure of acids and tannins. Easy to drink and upscale at the same time.",Le P'tit Pape,22,90,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Le P'tit Paysan 2011 Le P'tit Pape G-S-M (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-ptit-paysan-2011-pape-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-san-benito-county/,G-S-M,2011,Le P'tit Paysan 13.9,Red,US,"In terms of opulence and complexity, this is the least of Lynmar's 2011 Pinot Noirs. But it's all relative, because this is a fantastic wine. Its hallmarks are dryness, moderate alcohol, tart acidity and a silky texture. The sour-cherry candy and persimmon flavors have a mushroomy edge that suggests wild mushroom risotto.",,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Lynmar 14.5,Red,US,"Ripely delicious and jammy with raspberries, red cherries, and sweet-buttered-toast notes, this Pinot is great for drinking now with steak or lamb chops. With a crisp edge of acidity, it's as elegant and tasty as Russian River Pinot gets.",,60,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lucie 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucie-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Lucie 14.5,White,Italy,"Made with partially appassita, or air-dried, grapes, this is an excellent Soave that delivers amazing intensity and generous aromas of candied fruit, apricot and melon. It feels exceedingly soft and decadent on the close.",Motto Piane,20,90,Veneto,Soave,,Fattori 2011 Motto Piane (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattori-2011-motto-piane-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2011,Fattori 13,White,France,"This is a beautifully rounded wine with just a hint of green fruits. There is spice from the wood, adding extra dimension, along with apple acidity. Minerality gives texture at the end.",,36,90,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Domaine Luc et Lise Pavelot 2011 Pernand-Vergelesses,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-luc-lise-pavelot-2011-chardonnay-pernand-vergelesses/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Luc et Lise Pavelot ,Red,France,"This full-bodied, elegantly supple wine features a dramatic texture that gently coats the mouth, while the flavors are dark and understated, more along the lines of mocha and baking spices than brightly focused fruit. Drink it over the next few years.",,55,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Saint Paul 2010 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-paul-2010-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine de Saint Paul 15.2,Red,US,"High in alcohol, there's some heat and richness, but that's part of the charm of this Syrah-based Rhône blend. Blended with a splash of Viognier, it has a citrusy brightness to the raspberry and cherry fruit. Gets better as it warms in the glass. A sophisticated wine to drink now–2015.",MJM,54,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Dragonette 2010 MJM Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dragonette-2010-mjm-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Dragonette 14,White,Portugal,"An unusual blend of Semillon, Alvarinho and Sauvignon Blanc, all aimed at keeping freshness in the warm climate of Setúbal. This ripe, smooth wine is deliciously cut with acidity to give a lightly wood-aged wine that could age for another 2–3 years.",Quinta da Bacalhôa Branco,30,90,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2011 Quinta da Bacalhôa Branco White (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2011-quinta-branco-white-peninsula-setubal/,White Blend,2011,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 14.8,Red,US,"Ripe black-cherry notes are accented by herbs and stems that lend a dark savoriness to this bold, penetrating Merlot. Rich with fruit, and layered with spice and granite, it lingers long on the finish in a murmur of velvety tannins.",Blackbird,40,90,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Anthony Nappa 2010 Blackbird Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anthony-nappa-2010-blackbird-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2010,Anthony Nappa 14,Red,Portugal,"Complex and rich, this is a powerful young wine. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Touriga Nacional, it's no surprise this is a firmly tannic choice, with solid, dense plum-skin flavors. Give this wine at least four years.",Tinto da Anfora,13,90,Alentejano,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2010 Tinto da Anfora Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2010-tinto-anfora-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2010,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Franco Adami was among the first Prosecco producers to insist on vintage-dating his wines. He also developed the concept of vineyard- designate expressions, known as “Rive” here in northern Italy. This is a beautiful Prosecco from the steep mountains of Valdobbiadene with creamy perlage and bright peach and grapefruit aromas.",Vigneto Giardino Rive di Colbertaldo Dry,22,90,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Adami 2012 Vigneto Giardino Rive di Colbertaldo Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adami-2012-vigneto-giardino-rive-colbertaldo-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Adami 13.2,White,US,"Quick to sell out, Anthony Nappa's Anomaly is the newest cult classic amongst Long Island wines. Dry and intensely minerally on the palate, it's effortlessly easy drinking, yet surprisingly complex, with concentrated red plum and cherry flavors accented by hints of white florals and a slightly waxy tone.",Anomaly,20,90,New York,New York Other,New York,Anthony Nappa 2012 Anomaly Pinot Noir (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anthony-nappa-2012-anomaly-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2012,Anthony Nappa 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A wood-aged, complex wine, this is ripe, richly soft and full in the mouth. Great swathes of ripe plum and tannins give it density and a dusty, solid texture. From a good year, this is a delicious and ageworthy wine.",Quinta da Terrugem,25,90,Alentejo,,,Caves Aliança 2009 Quinta da Terrugem Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2009-quinta-terrugem-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,Caves Aliança 14,Red,Portugal,"Old vines on terraced vineyards give this concentrated, tannic, fruit-laden wine immense power. Spice, blackberries and black plums are combined with wood aging, yielding a wine that could benefit from long-term aging. Give it 5–6 years.",Pilheiros Grande Escolha,35,90,Douro,,,Cap Wine 2011 Pilheiros Grande Escolha Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cap-wine-2011-pilheiros-grande-escolha-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2011,Cap Wine 14,Red,Argentina,"Zuccardi makes really good varietal Bonardas. This version is rich and deep, with intense primary aromas of blackberry that dominate the bouquet. A muscular palate with rubbery tannins supports blackberry, chocolate, fig and toasted flavors. This strapping red is chocolaty and a touch warm on the finish.",Emma,33,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2011 Emma Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2011-emma-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2011,Zuccardi 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Tradition dictates that Prosecco Superiore made with grapes from the Cartizze cru be made in a dry style that shows more sweetness in the mouth. Breaking with tradition, Villa Sandi offers a brut interpretation with tight citrus, crushed mineral and even some white pepper.",Vigna la Rivetta Brut,38,90,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Villa Sandi NV Vigna la Rivetta Brut (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-vigna-rivetta-brut-italian-white-glera-valdobbiadene-superiore-cartizze/,Glera,,Villa Sandi 14.2,Red,US,"A lovely Cabernet, soft and slightly herbal, but elegant, with plenty of food-friendly character. It's moderate in alcohol by California standards, with subtle blackberry and black currant fruit touched with smoky oak. A nice followup to the equally fine 2009 vintage.",,22,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Firestone 14,Red,Portugal,"Black hedgerow fruits are a great source of the forward juiciness of this wine. It is rich while very structured, formal almost. Fresh black-currant flavors keep the wine lively, while the perfumed spice adds piquancy. Age for 3–4 years.",São Miguel,18,90,Alentejano,,,Herdade de São Miguel 2011 São Miguel Touriga Nacional (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-sao-miguel-2011-sao-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-alentejano/,Touriga Nacional,2011,Herdade de São Miguel 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This meaty, dark blend of Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet and Syrah opens with spongy, jammy aromas of black fruits and molasses. The palate is round and soft, with plump, earthy flavors of prune, raisin, blackberry and herbs. A mossy feeling finish confirms the wine's weight and jammy factor.",Lindaflor Petite Fleur,25,90,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Monteviejo 2009 Lindaflor Petite Fleur Red (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteviejo-2009-lindaflor-petite-fleur-red-uco-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Monteviejo 11,Sparkling,Italy,"If you'd like to dabble in the aromatic sensations and qualities that make the Cartizze cru unique, this expression makes for a great starting point. This elite expression of Italy's most popular sparkling wine opens with white flower, talc powder and nectarine. The close offers a delicate touch of sweetness.",Dry,35,90,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Mionetto NV Dry (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-dry-italian-white-glera-valdobbiadene-superiore-cartizze/,Glera,,Mionetto 13.2,Red,US,"Here's a rich, softly delicious wine. It has luxurious cherry, red currant and sweet licorice flavors, wrapped into firm tannins, and brightened with Ridge's typically bright acidity. Not a long-term ager, but a perfect example of what young Merlot can do in California. Drink now–2016.",Estate,45,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Ridge 2010 Estate Merlot (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2010-estate-merlot-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Merlot,2010,Ridge 12.2,White,US,"From old vines grown in the cool Green Valley section of the valley, this Sauvignon Blanc's tart, green flavors are relieved by a touch of tropical fruit. Made without oak, it's a perfect summer sipper, dry and streamlined.",Cohen Vineyard,22,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2011 Cohen Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2011-cohen-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Dutton Estate ,Red,France,"An array of berry fruit is topped with slightly briary, leafy elements. The tannins are ripe to the point of creaminess, giving this solid performer a sense of warmth and lushness. Drink it over the next several years while waiting for some of the more structured cuvées to mature.",Tradition,52,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Giraud 2010 Tradition Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-giraud-2010-tradition-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine Giraud 13,Red,France,"For a Bourgogne Rouge, this is a serious wine with firm tannins as well as attractive strawberry fruits. It's juicy, perfumed and rich.",,34,90,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Domaine des Croix 2011 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-des-croix-2011-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine des Croix 14,Red,Italy,This is a clean and polished Pinot Nero that offers bright berry nuances of wild raspberries and white cherries followed by just enough spice and tobacco to give it length and substance. The fresh acidity and delicate mouthfeel that follow are very attractive attributes.,St. Daniel Riserva,24,90,,Alto Adige,,Colterenzio 2009 St. Daniel Riserva Pinot Nero (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colterenzio-2009-st-daniel-riserva-pinot-noir-nero-alto-adige/,Pinot Nero,2009,Colterenzio 13.5,White,US,"Yorkville Highlands producer Bink has made a lovely Sauvignon Blanc with hazelnut, fig and darker pear flavors, 100-percent stainless-steel fermented and aged. With a depth of minerality and lovely lingering finish, it's well worth seeking out for dinner parties or days by the pool.",Randle Hill Vineyard,22,90,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Bink 2011 Randle Hill Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bink-2011-randle-hill-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Bink 14.5,Red,US,"Great value for the price, showing Napa dryness, balance and complexity. From the coolish southern part of Napa Valley, it offers black cherry, dark chocolate, sweet licorice and toasty oak flavors, accented by crisp acidity. The grapes are from a single vineyard.",,25,90,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Sutcliffe 2010 Merlot (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sutcliffe-2010-merlot-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Merlot,2010,Sutcliffe 14.6,Red,US,"Name a spice and it's probably in this brisk, tannic young Zin. But of all the world's spices, it's black pepper that stars. It's king to blackberry's queen, with the rest of the court consisting of black currants, licorice, tobacco, star anise, Tabasco sauce and dark, bitter chocolate.",Kidd Ranch,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequum 2010 Kidd Ranch Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequum-2010-kidd-ranch-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Sequum 13,Red,France,"A powerful and concentrated wine, it shows firm tannins, dark berry fruits and some austerity at this young stage. The wine is dense and dry still, with the ripe fruits still staying behind the structure. Give it at least 5–6 years.",,62,90,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Manuel Olivier 2010 Vosne-Romanée,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2010-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2010,Manuel Olivier 14,Red,Argentina,"Initially this shows plenty of wood on the nose, but with time slightly herbal aromas of berry and cassis rise up. In the mouth, this is blocky but healthy, with a mix of blackberry, cured meat, carob and herbal flavors. A moderately creamy finish with ample oak closes things out. Drink now through 2018; only 360 cases produced.",Las Divas Vineyard Gran,32,90,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Riglos 2010 Las Divas Vineyard Gran Cabernet Sauvignon (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riglos-2010-las-divas-vineyard-gran-cabernet-sauvignon-tupungato/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Riglos 13,Red,US,"One of the lowest-alcohol prestige Cabs on the market, Ridge's 2010 bottling is dry, softly tannic and light in body for a Cabernet Sauvignon. Yet it's complex in flavor, offering tiers of blackberries, cherries, currants, herbs and spices. Wants some time, but not a lot. Drink 2015–2018.",Estate Monte Bello Vineyard,45,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Ridge 2010 Estate Monte Bello Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2010-estate-monte-bello-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Ridge 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Richly aromatic with notes of warm brioche, lemon rind and apple, Sparkling Pointe's nonvintage Brut is strikingly brisk on the palate with a bold, mouthfilling mousse and a shower of lemony acidity. Elegantly structured, it has a long, warm, biscuity finish.",Brut,29,90,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sparkling Pointe NV Brut Sparkling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkling-pointe-nv-brut-long-island-north-fork/,Sparkling Blend,,Sparkling Pointe 14,White,Italy,"This is a landmark wine for Sardinia that shows the amazing potential of the indigenous Torbato white grape. There's amazing freshness here, and brightness with an incredibly vibrant quality of citrus and stone fruit. A mineral accent on the nose completes this very pretty picture.",Terre Bianche,21,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Alghero,,Sella & Mosca 2011 Terre Bianche Torbato (Alghero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sella-mosca-2011-terre-bianche-italian-white-torbato-alghero/,Torbato,2011,Sella & Mosca 15,Red,Italy,"Started in 1988, the Colle degli Angeli Brunello project shows ripe blackberry and exotic spice that make for a smooth and velvety wine. The ripeness of the fruit gives the one a bold, chewy and immediate feel.",Colle degli Angeli,90,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Paradisone 2007 Colle degli Angeli (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradisone-2007-colle-degli-angeli-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Paradisone 13,White,US,"Very well structured, with zesty acidity and a fine tang of minerals. There's a chalky tang to the citrus fruit flavors. Elegant, bone dry, moderate in alcohol and easy to drink, it's a superb restaurant wine.",Kristy Vineyard,24,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,La Marea 2012 Kristy Vineyard Albariño (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-marea-2012-kristy-vineyard-albarino-central-coast-monterey-county/,Albariño,2012,La Marea 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This Castelão-dominated wine is a powerful, rich and solid wine that is already showing delicious red fruits. Very ripe, it's juicy and generously structured. It could benefit from some time to evolve, so wait 3–4 years.",Reserva,13,90,Tejo,,,Moura Basto 2010 Reserva Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moura-basto-2010-reserva-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Moura Basto 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a silky and traditional expression of Sangiovese Grosso that opens with aromas of cola, dried berry fruit, ginger and spice. The wine is treads lightly on the palate with silky tannins and balanced acidity.",,90,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Inalto 2007 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inalto-2007-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Inalto 13,Red,France,"This is properly structured as befits a Nuits-Saint-Georges, but also full of rich, powerful fruits. It's a solid wine packed with red plum and wild strawberry fruit, although perhaps with too much wood aging for its own good at this stage. That should soften over the next 4–5 years.",,54,90,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Manuel Olivier 2010 Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2010-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2010,Manuel Olivier 13,Red,France,"This is a powerful, solid wine with dense black fruits and firm tannins. It offers the weight of Morgon while also keeping a forward fruitiness. The wine is likely to need aging over 2–3 years.",Belles Grives,,90,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Jean-Claude Debeaune 2011 Belles Grives (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-debeaune-2011-belles-grives-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2011,Jean-Claude Debeaune 13.5,Red,US,"Powerfully structured, with bold, black-cherry preserve flavors speckled with vanilla, sweet spice and mint, this is a concentrated but impeccably refined Petit Verdot. Hints of wet earth and leather add complexity to the palate, along with sprightly acidity and tannins that linger.",Reserve,75,90,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Jamesport 2007 Reserve Petit Verdot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamesport-2007-reserve-petit-verdot-long-island-north-fork/,Petit Verdot,2007,Jamesport 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This Malbec is different than most; it starts with rustic, leathery aromas of baked berry and animal hide. The mouthfeel is round, with ripe flavors of leathery, earthy berry fruits. A well-formed finish keeps the flow going in the right direction. 250 cases made.",Reserva,40,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alpamanta 2008 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpamanta-2008-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Alpamanta 15,Red,Argentina,"Rich but controlled aromas of black raspberry, plum and cassis open this full-bodied, ripe Malbec in quality fashion. In the mouth, it's more forward and rugged than polished and elgant, while flavors of earthy baked plum, raspberry and chocolate lead to a long, minty finish with herbal hints and lots of spice. Drink this fine Malbec now through 2017.",Pasionado,60,90,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Andeluna 2007 Pasionado Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2007-pasionado-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2007,Andeluna 13.5,White,US,"A terrific Gewürz, and kudos for Firestone holding it back for nearly three years to let it mellow. It's a bit soft compared to an Alsatian bottling, but rich and spicy, with flavors suggesting gingerbread cookies dipped into orange marmalade. The finish boasts honeyed tones that linger.",,14,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2010 Gewürztraminer (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2010-gewurztraminer-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Firestone 14.5,Red,France,"Guigal's 2007 Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a warm, full-bodied rendering of the appellation, with pronounced notes of clove on the nose, along with hints of cinnamon, cracked pepper and leather. Chocolate and plum mark the palate, while the finish is soft and velvety in texture. It's ready to drink now.",,55,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,E. Guigal 2007 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2007-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,E. Guigal 13.5,White,US,"Cross Viognier with Chardonnay and that's what this Pinot Blanc tastes like. It's very fruity, with a spectrum of peaches, mangoes and Meyer lemons, yet has exotic notes of white flowers and kumquats. It's all brightened with acidity. Oak brings rich toast and vanilla notes. Complex and lovely to drink now, it will slowly change in the bottle over 4–5 years.",Dutton Ranch Shop Block,25,90,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2012 Dutton Ranch Shop Block Pinot Blanc (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2012-ranch-shop-block-pinot-blanc-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Dutton-Goldfield 13.3,White,US,"Done in a racy, high acid style, this flavorful Pinot Gris offers melon and white peach fruit, with highlights of gin-like botanicals. It's textural and gently ripe, but delivers a lot of complexity.",Hawks View Vineyard,26,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Hawks View 2011 Hawks View Vineyard Pinot Gris (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawks-view-2011-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Gris,2011,Hawks View 13,White,France,"A wine that is tight, structured while rich. That gives a mineral grittiness as well as more tropical and wood aging flavors. Together, the tastes merge into a complex, full-bodied wine that ends with just the right amount of acidity.",Vaucoupin Premier Cru,35,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Corine Perchaud 2010 Vaucoupin Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-corine-perchaud-2010-vaucoupin-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine Corine Perchaud ,Red,France,"A consistently reliable producer, Grand Tinel has fashioned a flashy, attractive 2010 seemingly destined for early drinking. Black cherry and plum fruit rules, while the texture is creamy and supple enough to make it instantly approachable. Drink it over the next few years.",,60,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine du Grand Tinel 2010 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-grand-tinel-2010-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine du Grand Tinel ,Red,France,"It's not the biggest-bodied Châteaubeuf-du-Pape, but it is charming, displaying a welcome blend of raspberries, Mourvèdre-like funkiness and dark chocolate. The texture is lush, the feel warm and welcoming. Perfect for near-term drinking.",,42,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de la Côte de l'Ange 2010 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cote-lange-2010-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine de la Côte de l'Ange 14.5,Red,US,"Shows delicious blackberry, currant and pepper flavors, with notes of baker's chocolate and bacon showing up midway. The wine is entirely dry, with firm tannins and a welcome, crisp acidity that must come from Monterey's cool climate. Elegantly structured, it benefits from an hour or two in the decanter.",North Block,30,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Coastview 2009 North Block Syrah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastview-2009-north-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Syrah,2009,Coastview ,Red,France,"This is a very rich, weighty wine, broad on the palate and creamy in texture, with some dark plum flavors but not a lot of lift. Milk chocolate and mocha notes linger on the finish.",Cuvée Spéciale,,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Clos Saint Michel 2010 Cuvée Spéciale Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-saint-michel-2010-cuvee-speciale-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Clos Saint Michel 13,Red,Argentina,"There's plenty of good (not great) things going on in this blend of 85% Cabernet and 15% Merlot, although value isn't one of them. This is racy and high in acidity, with ample wood shown via cedary aromas. In the mouth, it's tight and rambunctious, with racy acids and herbal, oaky flavors of red berries, spice and herbs. This is a staunch, wiry wine that should age well. Drink from 2014–2020.",2,158,90,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 2010 2 Red (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-noemia-patagonia-2010-2-red-rio-negro-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2010,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 12.5,Red,US,"Fresh and fruity, with strawberry and raspberry flavors that are front and center, this easy Pinot has good acidity. The alcohol is nice and low, giving the wine a dry elegance. Nice to drink now with Pinot-friendly fare, such as lamb, grilled salmon, mushroom risotto.",Lilo Vineyard,38,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Birichino 2011 Lilo Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/birichino-2011-lilo-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2011,Birichino 13,Red,US,"Intensely juicy and forward in bright cherry fruit, Bedell's Taste Red is a crowd pleaser, but also remarkably finessed. Full bodied in style, it's balanced with a flurry of fresh herbs, acidity and hints of crushed granite that lend depth and complexity.",Taste Red,60,90,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Bedell 2010 Taste Red Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedell-2010-taste-red-long-island-north-fork/,Red Blend,2010,Bedell 13.5,Rose,US,"Lovingly crafted from Grenache grapes, this beautifully hued wine is light and ethereal, everything one could want in a rosé, tasting of refreshing grapefruit with a subtle layering of spice, especially on the finish. Fans of Tavel and the fine rosés from Provence will not be disappointed. Think of pairing with a picnic packed with cheese, cornichons and charcuterie.",Riserva,34,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Campovida 2012 Riserva Rosé (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campovida-2012-riserva-rose-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Rosé,2012,Campovida 14.1,Red,US,"There's some real complexity to this Pinot Noir. Although it's ripe and jammy with raspberries and cherries, it has extra layers of minerals and herbs that make it interesting. And the Carneros structure of firm acidity and tannins strongly suggests the cellar. Try after 2017 to let it begin to mellow.",,45,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Ziata 2009 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ziata-2009-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Ziata 13.9,Red,US,"This vintage marks a return to form for the Tusculum bottling, which shows excellent structure and sleek strawberry and red plum flavors in its core. The details are driven by firm natural acidity, and the barrel aging brings brown spices into the lush finish.",Tusculum Estate,44,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Vista Hills 2010 Tusculum Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-hills-2010-tusculum-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Vista Hills 14.9,Red,US,"Cabernet and Syrah specialist Rocca turns to Merlot from their estate vineyard, with good results. The wine is smoothly tannic and rich, with blackberries, red currants, mocha and sandalwood. Delicious now, it should develop bottle complexity over the next 5–6 years.",Grigsby Vineyard,50,91,California,Napa,Yountville,Rocca 2009 Grigsby Vineyard Merlot (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-2009-grigsby-vineyard-merlot-napa-yountville/,Merlot,2009,Rocca 14,Red,Italy,"The later Campo Quadro is released, the more beautiful this organic Barbaresco becomes. This elegant and extremely streamlined wine offers light touches of licorice, tar and ginger behind cassis and dried forest fruit. There's a lively menthol component spread over a clean and polished mouthfeel.",Campo Quadro,55,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Punset 2005 Campo Quadro (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punset-2005-campo-quadro-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Punset 13.1,Red,US,"Only four barrels were produced, all from the Nysa Vineyard (adjacent to Domaine Drouhin Oregon) in the Dundee Hills. Lovely and focused, with a pleasing mix of cranberry and strawberry fruit occupying center stage, this seems to gain concentration as it moves across and through the palate. Hints of cherry cola and root beer emerge, with a pleasing, textural finish.",Les Gourmandises,40,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Scott Paul 2010 Les Gourmandises Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-paul-2010-gourmandises-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Scott Paul 14.5,Red,Italy,"This beautiful Barolo shows elegant aromas of rose petal, tar, dried berry and black currant. There's a light touch of smoke and crushed mineral on the end. In the mouth, the wine is firm and long, with drying polished tannins. Drink after 2015.",Sorì del Rovere,45,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,San Biagio 2007 Sorì del Rovere (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-biagio-2007-sori-rovere-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,San Biagio 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Giustino B. may well be the best Prosecco Superiore available today. What sets it apart is its delicate aromatic profile with subtle highlights of jasmine flower and stone fruit. The bouquet is nuanced but it is also powerful in terms of its pristine sharpness and focus.,Giustino B. Extra Dry,,91,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Ruggeri & C. 2011 Giustino B. Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruggeri-c-2011-giustino-b-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2011,Ruggeri & C. 14.5,White,US,"A keen bite of acidity works in this flashy Chard's favor, balancing the richness and giving the finish life and zest. It's tremendous in tropical fruit, peach jam, honey and buttered toast flavors. A fancy, impressive wine for drinking now.",,30,91,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Matanzas Creek 2011 Chardonnay (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Matanzas Creek 13,Red,France,"A blend of small parcels from different premier crus, this is big and boldly structured with the fruit to match it. Red plums and red currants are partnered with a solid, dark structure. The palate exhibits firm signs of wood aging, and finishes with both acidity and some youthful bitterness. For aging over 5–6 years.",Premier Cru,77,91,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Manuel Olivier 2010 Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2010-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2010,Manuel Olivier 13,Red,France,"Initially austere, this is a wine that needs to age. Its fruit is quite present though, ready to draw out the power of an Aloxe-Corton. Solidly based and firmly tannic, it requires 5–6 years to round out.",,49,91,Burgundy,Aloxe-Corton,,Manuel Olivier 2010 Aloxe-Corton,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2010-pinot-noir-aloxe-corton/,Pinot Noir,2010,Manuel Olivier 14.2,White,US,"The vineyard is in the coolest part of the Russian River, the Green Valley. In this chilly vintage, the wine is as elegant and minerally as ever, with low alcohol and brilliant acidity. It's not as rich as previous vintages, but is lovely in hints of apricots, oranges, green apples and honey. Drink now and over the next 2–3 years.",Dutton Ranch Dutton Palms Vineyard,40,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2011 Dutton Ranch Dutton Palms Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2011-ranch-palms-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Dutton Estate 13,White,France,"Flint and peach aromas give a wine that is steely as well as boasting flowery fruits, bright pears and acidity along with a structured, mineral feel.",Les Champs Perdrix,37,91,Burgundy,Marsannay,,Domaine Marc Roy 2011 Les Champs Perdrix (Marsannay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marc-roy-2011-champs-perdrix-chardonnay-marsannay/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Marc Roy 13,Red,France,"A bright and fruity wine, this is rich with juicy elegance. It's all fruit at this stage, the tannins hiding behind the warm, rounded exterior. It's a wine for medium-term aging.",Clos des Angles Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine Nicolas Rossignol 2011 Clos des Angles Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nicolas-rossignol-2011-clos-angles-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Nicolas Rossignol 13.5,Red,US,"Here's to the winery's Green Valley style of silkiness, tartness and moderate alcohol. In this chilly vintage, the wine treads that exciting line of barely ripe fruit, showing hints of green tomato and white pepper against a backdrop of raspberries and persimmons. It's elegant and complex; drink now–2017.",Dutton Ranch Emerald Ridge Vineyard,58,91,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2011 Dutton Ranch Emerald Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2011-ranch-emerald-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Dutton-Goldfield ,Red,France,"The 2010 La Nerthe is a top vintage of this wine, which typically includes a decent proportion of Mourvèdre. It's spicy and plummy in style, with notes of cinnamon and clove that add welcome complexity to the dark fruit. Drink it over the next 10 or more years.",,,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château La Nerthe 2010 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nerthe-2010-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Nerthe 14.5,Red,Portugal,"This smooth wine is mature now, with notes of leather and spice that mingle well together. The wine has weight, density and juicy acidity, but it's also deliciously rich. Made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah as well as Portuguese varieties.",Quinta do Carmo Reserva,40,91,Alentejano,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2008 Quinta do Carmo Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2008-quinta-carmo-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 13,White,Portugal,"This is a rich, wood-aged wine made from a complex blend that includes old-vine Chardonnay. It's full and intense, with citrusy acidity leading apricot and pineapple flavors. It's a serious wine that needs 2–3 years of aging.",Reserva da Família,25,91,Bairrada,,,Aveleda 2011 Reserva da Família White (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2011-reserva-familia-white-bairrada/,Portuguese White,2011,Aveleda 10.5,White,US,"Amador-based Andis takes Chenin Blanc to new and wonderful places, with this beauty. What'll get you first are the intoxicating aromatics: Tahitian vanilla bean, pear and roses, with layers of orange and lemon zest in an off-dry package. The lightly sweet palate is balanced, especially on the finish, this wine just begging for the right spring rolls, fresh spicy shrimp or vegetable curry.",Herzog Vineyard,19,91,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Andis 2012 Herzog Vineyard Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andis-2012-herzog-vineyard-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,2012,Andis 14,White,Portugal,"This wine is ripe and spicy with flavors of pineapple and creamed apple. It's youthfully delicious at the moment, but with good potential for aging. The acidity is just in balance, giving a fresh aftertaste. Drink now for its freshness, or age for greater complexity.",Parus Branco,30,91,Península de Setúbal,,,Herdade da Comporta 2011 Parus Branco Antão Vaz (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-comporta-2011-parus-branco-portuguese-white-antao-vaz-peninsula-setubal/,Antão Vaz,2011,Herdade da Comporta 14.2,Red,US,"A wonderful Pinot Noir, this is nuanced and balanced, and so good it makes the price seem a relative bargain. It's enormously rich in raspberries and cherries, yet brisk in acidity, and the oak aging adds a dimension of buttered toast. Drink this fancy Pinot now.",Grand Detour,35,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Landmark 2011 Grand Detour Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-2011-grand-detour-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Landmark ,Red,France,"This wine boasts a lifted, briary overtone to its aromas of bright Maraschino cherries. The red fruit is finely delineated and crisply focused, yet the tannins are supple and approachable. Cinnamon and clove notes add complexity to the long finish. Drink now–2022.",,,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,La Bastide Saint Dominique 2010 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bastide-saint-dominique-2010-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,La Bastide Saint Dominique 14.2,Red,US,"The 2007 Xurus Cabernet, made by Denis and May-Britt Malbec, opens with lushly inviting aromas of cassis and cranberry. It's silky and balanced in weight and texture, with smooth tannins and a distinctively savory finish. Enjoy now with refined meat-based meals or cellar for another 5–7 years.",Sonatina Vineyard,80,91,California,Lake County,Lake County,Xurus 2007 Sonatina Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xurus-2007-sonatina-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Xurus 13.5,Red,US,"All of the 2010 Pinots from Vista Hills have dropped a point or more in their finished alcohol, but there is no loss in character or quality, and in some instances, such as this Rollins designate, it works in their favor. Strawberry and raspberry fruit show ample flesh and pretty flavors of hard candy, with accents of green tea and sandalwood marking the finish.",Rollins Estate,44,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Vista Hills 2010 Rollins Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-hills-2010-rollins-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Vista Hills 13,Red,France,"While it does have some of the roundness of Chambolle, the wine also has a dense structure that comes from the vintage. Laced with the most delicious acidity, this is a pure and fruity wine that will age well.",,62,91,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Manuel Olivier 2010 Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2010-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2010,Manuel Olivier 14.5,Red,Spain,"This smells slightly gamy and leathery, with upfront oak, marzipan and big black-fruit aromas. The palate is full and blocky but balanced, with toasty flavors of clove, savory berry, spice and raw oak. The finish is dry and tannic, with heat, unresolved oak and chocolate flavors. Best from 2015–2018.",y Llanahermosa,43,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Montecastro 2009 y Llanahermosa (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecastro-2009-llanahermosa-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Montecastro 14,Red,Portugal,"This is a dark, brooding wine, very dense and dominated by its youthful tannins. It has great potential with its rich fruits showing through slowly. Complex and ready to age, needing at least five years.",Monte das Anforas,15,91,Alentejano,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2011 Monte das Anforas Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2011-monte-das-anforas-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2011,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 13.5,White,Portugal,"Chardonnay has always been an important element in this wine, named for Catherine of Bragança, a Portuguese princess and English queen. The grape offers a smooth surface to the more aromatic Portuguese varieties that are ripe and rich with pear and peach flavors and just a touch of spice from the wood.",Catarina,12,91,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2011 Catarina White (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2011-catarina-white-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese White,2011,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 13,White,France,"The small Côte de Lechet Premier Cru is on the south side of the Serein valley. With its northerly exposure, it produces cool, structured wines, very crisp like this, with a delicious green character. Acidity and steeliness add to the texture.",Côte de Lechet Premier Cru,32,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2011 Côte de Lechet Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2011-cote-lechet-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,La Chablisienne 13,Red,France,"The Aegerters are based at Nuits-Saint-Georges and this wine comes from their own vineyards. It's only just starting out, as proved by the tannins, but already there is a sense of ripe black fruits, forward acidity and smokiness from wood aging. It needs several years, keep for at least 5.",Au Domaine,98,91,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Jean-Luc and Paul Aegerter 2011 Au Domaine (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-paul-aegerter-2011-au-domaine-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2011,Jean-Luc and Paul Aegerter 13,White,France,"One of the single vineyard wines produced by Jean-Claude Debeaune, this textured, mineral and steely selection shows the complex side of Pouilly Fuissé. It has concentration, with a strong peach, citrus and pineapple fruit character. Both fruit and texture suggest keeping this wine for at least two years.",Domaine des Préauds,,91,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Jean-Claude Debeaune 2011 Domaine des Préauds (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-debeaune-2011-domaine-preauds-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2011,Jean-Claude Debeaune 14,Red,Portugal,"This is a serious, ripe wine, designed for aging. A blend of Aragonez, Syrah and Touriga Nacional, it has weight, solid tannins and juicy black fruit. Its dry core adds a firm side to the wine that will soften over the next 3–4 years.",Ramos Premium,22,91,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2011 Ramos Premium Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2011-premium-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2011,J. Portugal Ramos 13.9,Red,US,"Light in color, this Marin County Pinot Noir is cool-climate in all its glory, with herbal and red cherry layers swathed in silky tannins and a finish of cola spice. A lovely introduction to Marin's propensity for Pinot, pair this wine with quiche Lorraine or bacon-wrapped figs.",,36,91,California,North Coast,Marin County,Kendric 2009 Pinot Noir (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendric-2009-pinot-noir-north-coast-marin-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Kendric 14.1,White,US,"Leaner than most California Viogniers, with lots of minerality and tart acidity. Yet at its core are ripe varietal flavors of tropical fruits, green apples, spices and honey. An elegant and delicious wine for drinking now.",Cedar Lane Vineyard L'Apiculteur,22,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Le P'tit Paysan 2011 Cedar Lane Vineyard L'Apiculteur Viognier (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-ptit-paysan-2011-cedar-lane-vineyard-lapiculteur-viognier-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Viognier,2011,Le P'tit Paysan 14.4,Red,US,"Acidic and fresh with jammy fruit and oak, this is finely structured and complex, and should start to get interesting by 2016. Landmark held it back almost three years before release, but you'll have to do the rest of the cellaring.",Kanzler Vineyard,65,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Landmark 2010 Kanzler Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-2010-kanzler-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Landmark 14.6,Red,US,"Ridge likes to keep alcohol levels moderate, but you can't do that with a Dry Creek Zinfandel. This one's heady, but affirms the winery's style of dryness and balance. It's briary and brambly with wild blueberries and black raspberries, currants, sweet tobacco and sandalwood, with a delicious scour of spices.",East Bench,28,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Ridge 2011 East Bench Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2011-east-bench-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Ridge 15,Red,Portugal,"A solid, rich wine, packed with sun-drenched black- and red-berry fruits. It's firm, with the tannins still dominant. Spice, pepper and wood flavors add complexity. It's a wine for aging over the next 4–5 years.",Herdade do Peso Reserva,35,91,Alentejo,,,Sogrape 2009 Herdade do Peso Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-2009-herdade-peso-reserva-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,Sogrape 13,White,France,"This is already a delicious wine. Young, fragrant fruits bring acidity and a dense sense of structure. The aftertaste shows the spice from wood aging.",Sous Frétille Premier Cru,45,91,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Domaine Luc et Lise Pavelot 2011 Sous Frétille Premier Cru (Pernand-Vergelesses),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-luc-lise-pavelot-2011-sous-fretille-premier-cru-chardonnay-pernand-vergelesses/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Luc et Lise Pavelot 14,Red,Italy,"Coppo presents a fine Barbera d'Asti that opens with a dark, rich color and delivers bright aromas of blackberry, Maraschino cherry, leather, pipe tobacco and crisp berry fruit. The wine shows heft and density in the mouth followed by a bright point of zesty acidity.",Pomorosso,70,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Coppo 2008 Pomorosso (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coppo-2008-pomorosso-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Coppo 13,Red,Portugal,"This wine shows the richness of superripe fruit balanced with intense character of the rugged Douro terroir. Black plums, sweet tannins and clear acidity are well balanced and ready to age for a good four years and more.",Quinta da Fronteira Reserva,45,91,Douro,,,Companhia das Quintas 2010 Quinta da Fronteira Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2010-quinta-fronteira-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Companhia das Quintas 12.9,White,US,"Coeur de Terre consistently offers a Pinot Gris that is fine-tuned, aromatic and elegant. The fruit is ripe enough, but remains tart and spicy, with bracing texture and fine focus. Crisp apple, pear and citrus is given a bit of a ginger/cinnamon snap through the finish, with highlights of cotton candy and orange peel.",,17,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Coeur de Terre 2012 Pinot Gris (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-terre-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Gris,2012,Coeur de Terre ,Red,France,"Scents of bitter almond and black cherry mark the nose, while the palate displays ample weight and a lush creaminess. It's a broad wine, yet doesn't express a ton of fruit, relying more on weight and texture to make an impression.",Cuvée Réservée,,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Clos Saint Michel 2010 Cuvée Réservée Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-saint-michel-2010-cuvee-reservee-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Clos Saint Michel 13,Red,US,"Case production was cut in half in 2010, but it's a better wine. Compelling scents of root beer open into a fruit-filled Pinot with black cherry and cassis, coffee and licorice. The flavors run deep and true; it's both delicious and complex.",Winemakers Cuvée,50,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2010 Winemakers Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2010-winemakers-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,David Hill ,Red,Portugal,"The rich 2009 vintage has produced a rich version of this single-quinta wine. Almost Port-like in its ripe fruits and sweet tannins, it only slowly shows a more structured, table wine character. Black fruits are dominant on this very juicy and spicy wine. Age for 4–5 years.",Quinta dos Quatro Ventos Colheita,25,91,Douro,,,Caves Aliança 2009 Quinta dos Quatro Ventos Colheita Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2009-quinta-quatro-ventos-colheita-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Caves Aliança 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A selection of grapes, wines and barrels, this is a fine, rich wine. It has great concentration, density and a solid, firm character that promises aging. Juicy black fruits shine through the firm tannins and bring out acidity. Keep this serious wine for at least five years.",Grande Escolha,25,91,Lisboa,,,Quinta de S. Sebastião 2008 Grande Escolha Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-sao-sebastiao-2008-grande-escolha-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta de S. Sebastião 14.5,Red,Spain,"Lush, smooth berry and cassis aromas welcome you into a wide, dense wine that offers elegance along with power. An expansive mouthfeel with firm tannins frames earthy berry and black plum flavors, while the finish settles nicely and is more mellow than fiery. Drink this delicious but uncomplicated wine from a warm vintage through 2018.",M2 de Matallana,45,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Telmo Rodríguez 2009 M2 de Matallana (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2009-m2-matallana-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2009,Telmo Rodríguez 13,Sparkling,Italy,"A good portion of the Chardonnay is refined in oak to render a soft and creamy sparkling wine with very good density and depth. There's a playful touch of bitter almond, honey and apricot on the close.",Flavio Riserva Brut,35,91,,Trento,,Rotari 2004 Flavio Riserva Brut Chardonnay (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-2004-flavio-riserva-brut-chardonnay-trento/,Chardonnay,2004,Rotari 13.5,Red,Italy,"A beautiful wine from a great vintage, this reasonably-priced Chianti Classico opens with soft tones of ripe cherry and red fruits backed by spice, leather and chocolate. The wine shows lush, smooth opulence on the soft yet persistent finish.",Fonterutoli,28,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Mazzei 2010 Fonterutoli (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzei-2010-fonterutoli-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Mazzei 13,Red,France,"Concentrated and dense, this is a solid wine, full of tannins as well as black plum and plum skin flavors. It has massive character, with a very firm core, but maintains pure, ripe strawberry fruits as a balance.",,54,91,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Manuel Olivier 2010 Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2010-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Manuel Olivier 13,White,Italy,"Aged nine months in oak, this beautiful Chardonnay from the far north of Italy (with high-altitude vineyards in the Valle d'Aosta surrounded by snow-capped peaks) opens with aromas of melted butter, pineapple, exotic fruit, candied apricot and a touch of cinnamon. The wine has none of the heaviness of oaked Chardonnay from the New World. In fact, it is surprisingly graceful and elegant overall.",Cuvée Bois,85,91,,Valle d'Aosta,,Les Crêtes 2009 Cuvée Bois Chardonnay (Valle d'Aosta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cretes-2009-cuvee-bois-chardonnay-valle-daosta/,Chardonnay,2009,Les Crêtes 14.2,Red,US,"A lovely Zinfandel, so light in texture and silky in tannins, you might think it was Pinot Noir. It's translucent ruby in color, and tastes as savory as it looks, with raspberry, cherry, red currant, bacon, sandalwood and spice flavors. Simply delicious for drinking now with grilled lamb or steak. It's a mystery how they produced a wine this good at such an everyday price.",Boschetti Vineyard Old Vine,18,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,River Road 2011 Boschetti Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/river-road-2011-boschetti-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,River Road 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Shows the signature Schramsberg signature of elegance, with an ultrarefined mousse. Made primarily from Chardonnay, the lime flavors star, giving mouthwatering acidity. Then the Pinot Noir kicks in, with subtle strawberries. The wine is a little aggressive now. Give it 6 or 7 years to let it begin to mellow.",Hyde Vineyards Brut,70,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schramsberg 2008 Hyde Vineyards Brut Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2008-hyde-brut-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Schramsberg 14.5,Red,US,"Sweetwater is Rochioli's newest estate planting, on the warmer end of the vineyard. The vines are more than 10 years old, yet the wine possesses a youthful, forward vibrancy. It's tart in acidity, with jammy cherry and cranberry fruit. It's a very good wine and should develop bottle complexity around 2016 and beyond.",Sweetwater,72,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J. Rochioli 2011 Sweetwater Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rochioli-2011-sweetwater-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,J. Rochioli 14.5,Red,Italy,"Elegant and firm with dark aromas of forest fruit, dried ginger, cola, spice and tobacco, this beautiful Barolo needs another few years of cellar aging. It already shows defined structure and a bright touch of acidity on the close.",Sorì Boschetti,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gomba Boschetti 2008 Sorì Boschetti (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gomba-boschetti-2008-sori-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2008,Gomba Boschetti 14,Red,Argentina,"Given that 2008 was a frost-marred vintage, this is quite good. Campfire, roasted fruit notes and berry aromas are inviting but a little stalky and clipped. In the mouth, this is wiry and jumpy, while flavors of baked blackberry and molasses settle nicely on a long, tight, driving finish. Drink now through 2019.",,90,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cheval des Andes 2008 Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheval-andes-2008-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2008,Cheval des Andes 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This vineyard in the foothills of the Serra da Estrela, Portugal's highest mountains, brings out the sense of dark granite soil and structure. In addition, it shows ripe berry fruit flavors, sweet tannins and great acidity. Keep this serious wine for five years.",Quinta da Garrida Reserva,16,91,Dão,,,Caves Aliança 2009 Quinta da Garrida Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2009-quinta-garrida-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2009,Caves Aliança ,Red,France,"Garrigue and cherries on the nose, with similar flavors and a touch of chocolate that comes through on the palate. This is full bodied and firmly tannic, but should evolve relatively quickly. Drink 2015–2023.",,45,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Beaurenard 2010 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-beaurenard-2010-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine de Beaurenard 14,White,Portugal,"A big, bold, buttery Chardonnay that doesn't beat about the bush. It is generously rich with a creamy texture that's enhanced by spice from wood aging. Full bodied, and still young, so give this wine 2–3 years.",Cova de Ursa,30,91,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2011 Cova de Ursa Chardonnay (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2011-cova-ursa-chardonnay-peninsula-setubal/,Chardonnay,2011,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 14.2,White,US,"A stunning Marsanne from Mendocino, Campovida's is resplendent in green apple with a touch of beeswax, almond and herb, fleshy and full with a big finish of spice. Round and refreshing, it'll pair with all manner of spring and summertime foods, from salads to shellfish and even dishes piquant in spice.",Bonofiglio Vineyard,34,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Campovida 2012 Bonofiglio Vineyard Marsanne (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campovida-2012-bonofiglio-vineyard-marsanne-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Marsanne,2012,Campovida 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A solid, chunky and structured wine, this wine has firm, dense fruits—black plum and sweet cherries—richly gathered into a powerful whole. There's a fine, juicy acidity that comes through at the end, bringing freshness to a very ageworthy wine.",Foral Reserva,18,91,Douro,,,Caves Aliança 2009 Foral Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2009-foral-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Caves Aliança 14.5,Red,Spain,"This modern, lush Tempranillo is roasted and heavy up front, with blackberry, blueberry, earth and leather aromas. It's plump, chewy and ripe on the palate, with baked, earthy flavors of blackberry, cassis, mocha and moss. This is soft on the finish, with little to no tannic bite or aggression. Drink through 2016.",Leda Viñas Viejas,45,91,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Bodegas Leda 2009 Leda Viñas Viejas Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-leda-2009-leda-vinas-viejas-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas Leda 13,Red,Italy,"A pure expression of Cabernet Sauvignon from central Italy, this darkly concentrated wine offers aromas spice, chocolate, dark fruit, leather and tobacco. It's a plush and modern wine with clear oak influences and softness.",Massicone,25,91,Central Italy,Forlì,,Castelluccio 2008 Massicone Cabernet Sauvignon (Forlì),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelluccio-2008-massicone-cabernet-sauvignon-forli/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Castelluccio 13.4,Red,US,"Fragrant and pleasantly musky, this is a textural, spicy Pinot Noir with plenty of cinnamon highlights around wild cherry fruit. The floral, sandalwood and baking spice components are nicely assembled and yield an easy-drinking, distinctive wine.",Treehouse,28,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Vista Hills 2010 Treehouse Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-hills-2010-treehouse-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Vista Hills 13,White,Portugal,"The Lisboa region's vineyards are a playground for so many varieties. Chardonnay in this cool area is very Burgundian, balancing ripe yellow fruits with a crisper, mineral character, supported here by wood aging. There's a touch of butter to contrast with the final acidity.",Reserva Branco,21,91,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Chocapalha 2011 Reserva Branco Chardonnay (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-chocapalha-2011-reserva-branco-chardonnay-lisboa/,Chardonnay,2011,Quinta de Chocapalha 14.9,Red,US,"A beautiful wine that's softly tannic and lush, with intricate waves of blackberries, cherries, dark chocolate and sweet sandalwood. The blend is Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Drink now–2015.",Marianna,45,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Michael Pozzan 2010 Marianna Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-pozzan-2010-marianna-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Michael Pozzan 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This Malbec is consistent with the type of wines Monteviejo makes. It's ripe and leathery on the bouquet, with aromas of molasses, licorice, cheese and jammy blackberry. The palate is full bodied and chewy feeling, with blackberry, baked plum, hard spice and chocolate flavors. A warm, roasted finish suggests chocolate cake and cured meats. Drink now through 2016.",Calypso,25,91,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Monteviejo 2009 Calypso Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteviejo-2009-calypso-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2009,Monteviejo 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a powerful, concentrated, burly wine that has great swathes of black fruit over firm tannins. It's a solid, foursquare selection, packed with structure and very ageworthy. Give this impressive wine at least five years.",Mural Reserva,12,91,Douro,,,Quinta do Portal 2010 Mural Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2010-mural-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Quinta do Portal 12.5,White,Italy,Here is a gorgeous expression of Chardonnay that opens with creamy notes of almond butter and exotic fruit followed by pineapple and apricot. This northern Italian white is extra supple and soft on the finish and demands a pairing with steamed lobster and butter sauce.,Monteriolo,60,91,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Coppo 2007 Monteriolo Chardonnay (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coppo-2007-monteriolo-chardonnay-piedmont-162940/,Chardonnay,2007,Coppo 12.9,White,US,"Slightly sweet, with strong pineapple flavors, this lightly candied style brings in streaks of apricot and orange also. It's penetrating and distinctive, with lush fruit flavors that set it apart from most other Oregon Pinot Gris.",Estate,18,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2012 Estate Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2012-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,David Hill 14.8,Red,US,"Rocca has struggled with their Syrah over the years, but with this 2009, they've found their niche. It's a lovely wine, softly tannic and ripe in cherry liqueur, red currants, plums and bacon. New oak brings complex notes of sweet toast. Drink over the next 2–3 years.",Grigsby Vineyard,50,91,California,Napa,Yountville,Rocca 2009 Grigsby Vineyard Syrah (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-2009-grigsby-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-yountville/,Syrah,2009,Rocca 13.7,Red,US,"This Petite Sirah explores new territory for the variety—it's dry, tannic, tart and complex, with waves of of blackberries, black currants, tobacco, black tea, black pepper and sandalwood. Should age well for at least 10 years.",,22,91,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Le P'tit Paysan 2011 Petite Sirah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-ptit-paysan-2011-petite-sirah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Petite Sirah,2011,Le P'tit Paysan 13,Red,France,"This is a firmly structured wine that also has a good balance of ripe black fruits. It's concentrated, layering ripe acidity with a dry core of tannins. There's great potential here, but the wine that needs to age for six years and more.",,44,91,Burgundy,Morey-Saint-Denis,,Manuel Olivier 2010 Morey-Saint-Denis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2010-pinot-noir-morey-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2010,Manuel Olivier 14.3,White,US,"Xurus shows off the beauty of Lake County Sauvignon Blanc with this wine, which tastes of crème brûlée with a delicious twist of lime. Austere and well-balanced with some heft on the finish, the minerality on this wine particularly stands out, a complement for food.",,23,91,California,Lake County,Lake County,Xurus 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xurus-2011-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Xurus 13.8,Red,US,"Lush on the palate, the Dutton-Goldfield Angel Camp Pinot is integrated and silky. With a taste of black cherry and a candied quality around a core of spice, the wine evolves into a long, earthy finish, just right for a meal smothered in exotic mushrooms.",Angel Camp Vineyard,58,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2011 Angel Camp Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2011-angel-camp-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Dutton-Goldfield 14.2,Red,Mexico,"This blend of Grenache, Carignan and Tempranillo topped an extensive tasting of Mexican wines. Lightly stewed plum and raspberry aromas lead to a pure, deep palate loaded with cherry, cassis, chocolate and other ripe flavors. This is calm and collected in its delivery, with not too much lead on the pedal. Drink through 2018.",Grimau,100,91,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Viñas de Garza 2009 Grimau Red (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-garza-2009-grimau-red-valle-guadalupe/,Red Blend,2009,Viñas de Garza 13,Red,Portugal,"This wine is reserved, holding back its full fruit behind a strong, stern shell of tannin. Berry fruits mingle with spice and wood flavors. It's going to need several years' aging to show the concentrated structure of the Douro.",Reserva,13,91,Douro,,,Vilalva 2009 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vilalva-2009-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Vilalva ,Red,US,"Ridge hews to a leaner, lower alcohol style than most California wineries these days, resulting in wines that aren't blockbusters, but are complex and food-friendly. This bottling defines such a style. It's dry and lithe in the mouth yet gently tannic, with suggestions of berry jam, bacon, grilled mushrooms and hints of balsamic and soy sauce.",Three Valleys Zinfandel- Petite Sirah-Carignane-Mataro-Alicante Bouschet-Grenache,26,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ridge 2011 Three Valleys Zinfandel- Petite Sirah-Carignane-Mataro-Alicante Bouschet-Grenache Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2011-three-valleys-zinfandel-petite-sirah-carignane-mataro-alicante-bouschet-grenache-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2011,Ridge 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Gorgeous on the nose, with hints of lemon peel and sugar cookie, this remarkably dry, elegant sparkling wine is a stunning find from Long Island. Penetrating and complex on the palate and possessing distinct minerality, it boasts a rich, creamy mousse balanced by a shower of acidity.",Blanc de Blancs Pinot Blanc Brut,35,91,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Lieb 2009 Blanc de Blancs Pinot Blanc Brut Sparkling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lieb-2009-blanc-blancs-pinot-blanc-brut-sparkling-long-island-north-fork/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Lieb 14.5,Red,US,"This dramatic Pinot Noir hits all the sweet spots. It's incredibly rich with cherry pie, red currants, cherry liqueur and smoky sandalwood flavors, yet remains balanced, due to firm tannins and great Russian River acidity. Delicious now, and for the next 2–3 years at least.",,50,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paul Hobbs 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-hobbs-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Paul Hobbs 13.5,White,France,"A blend from different small premier cru parcels, the wine has weight and richness. It's also driven by acidity and crisp citrus fruits that balance the riper yellow fruit and wood flavors. It should age for at least three years.",Premier Cru,77,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Manuel Olivier 2010 Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2010-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2010,Manuel Olivier 14.5,Red,US,"A fine, delicious Syrah, ripe with blackberries and plums, with intriguing notes of currants, pomegranates, pepper and cassis. Shows the purity of Bien Nacido, with balancing acidity and firm but pliant tannins. Wonderful to drink now.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,46,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2010 Bien Nacido Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2010-bien-nacido-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,Jaffurs 15.5,Red,Argentina,"This single-vineyard Malbec is superripe and borderline syrupy on the nose, with liqueur, leather and other generous aromas. The palate is huge and grabby, with full extraction and immense flavors of blackberry, fig and cassis. This is flavor packed, but a bit soft and hot on the finish. Drink now through 2018.",Serenade Single Vineyard,50,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2010 Serenade Single Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2010-serenade-single-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Alta Vista 13,White,Portugal,"Wood-aged wine that is ripe, spicy and ageworthy. It has weight—a Chardonnay-like buttery character—followed with pear, peach and pineapple flavors. Keep this dense wine for another 2–3 years.",Reserva do Comendador Branco,,91,Alentejano,,,Adega Mayor 2011 Reserva do Comendador Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-mayor-2011-reserva-comendador-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2011,Adega Mayor 14,Red,Argentina,"With black-toast oak, lemony notes, balsamic plum aromas and woodsy scents, this blend of Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot gets off to a rocking start. In the mouth, this is rugged and structured, with integrated tannins and rich flavors of toast, mocha, coffee, chocolate and raspberry. The finish is peppery and oaky, but classy. Drink through 2016.",Synthesis The Blend,29,91,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2009 Synthesis The Blend Red (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2009-synthesis-blend-red-tupungato/,Red Blend,2009,Finca Sophenia 14.1,White,US,"An impressive Chardonnay, representing a great leap forward for this Malibu-based winery. It's dry and crisp in acidity, and very rich, with waves of apricot, orange and mango fruit, supplemented by toasty oak. It's all wrapped into a creamy, leesy texture.",Estate Grown,32,91,California,California Other,California,Hoyt Family Vineyards 2010 Estate Grown Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoyt-family-2010-estate-grown-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Hoyt Family Vineyards 14,Red,Italy,"From the Bussia cru, this beautifully delicate Riserva expression of Nebbiolo opens with fine nuances of currant, licorice, smokey tar, crushed granite and cola. There's a dusty and still astringent quality to the tannins that will relax with 10 or more years of aging in the bottle. Imported by Masciarelli Wine Co, Moonlight Wine Co.",Bussia Riserva,72,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Fenocchio 2006 Bussia Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-fenocchio-2006-bussia-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Giacomo Fenocchio 14.1,White,US,"Takes the fine elegance of Gainey's regular 2011 Chard and lifts it to a more refined level. The wine is dry and crisp in acidity, with complex flavors of citrus and tropical fruits, apricots, honey, minerals and oak.",Limited Selection,38,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Gainey 2011 Limited Selection Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2011-limited-selection-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2011,Gainey ,Red,US,"This Petite Sirah is high in alcohol, but the wine wears it well. It's almost overripe, with suggestions of raisins and prunes, but that's just part of its robust personality. What you get is an enormously rich, tannic wine, stuffed with blackberries. It's a very big wine, and needs big foods, especially barbecued beef, with a crust of smoky-sweet char.",Roux,65,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chiarello Family Vineyards 2010 Roux Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiarello-family-2010-roux-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2010,Chiarello Family Vineyards 14.5,White,US,"A lovely wine, wonderful to drink now with charcuterie, ceviche, even asparagus. The grapes were mostly fermented in stainless steel, with just a little neutral oak, leaving the tropical fruit, spearmint and peach flavors to star. Brisk in acidity, it's a bargain at this price.",,29,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,B Cellars 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,B Cellars 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A delicate pink color sets the stage for feminine aromas of pink rose, yeasty baked bread, small berries, savory forest and pine nut nuances. A fresh citrus note brings life to the finish and helps to enhance the wine's sharp and lively perlage.",Cuvée '61 Rosé,25,91,Lombardy,Lombardy,,Berlucchi NV Cuvée '61 Rosé Sparkling (Lombardy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berlucchi-nv-cuvee-61-rose-sparkling-lombardy-173073/,Sparkling Blend,,Berlucchi 14.1,White,US,"The price makes this one of the more expensive Sauvignon Blancs on the market, but it's also one of the best. The grapes come from a cool region in east Napa and from warmer Rutherford. The wine shows terrifically ripe, complex fruit flavors, with a superb structure of acidity and a minerally chalkiness that makes it tangy. It was stainless-steel fermented and aged in neutral oak barrels. The formula is frequently copied, but few Sauvignon Blancs achieve this level of quality.",,28,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ziata 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ziata-2011-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Ziata 14,White,Portugal,"Encruzado, the white grape of the Dão region, brings out ripe tropical fruits, a smooth Chardonnay-like character and great richness. The wine is full of peach and apricot flavors, laced with pear and supported by some wood aging. It's worth aging this wine another 2–3 years.",Quinta dos Carvalhais,35,92,Dão,,,Sogrape 2011 Quinta dos Carvalhais Encruzado (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-2011-quinta-carvalhais-portuguese-white-encruzado-dao/,Encruzado,2011,Sogrape 14,Red,Spain,"Earthy, oaky, leathery berry and spice aromas come around nicely with airing. This is a plump Rioja with modern leanings; it has good structure and pretty raspberry and cassis flavors. A round finish hints at raisiny maturity but doesn't overdo the ripeness. Drink through 2015.",Beautiful Things,55,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Paco Garcia 2008 Beautiful Things (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paco-garcia-2008-beautiful-things-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Paco Garcia 15.2,Red,US,"Woodenhead does Pinot Noir well, too, but here it shows its skill with Zinfandel, producing a structured, peppery and leathery version bright in briary blackberry and plum. With fierce minerality at its core, this is a distinctive Zin for those who prefer their wines savory and earthy.",Guido Venturi Vineyard,34,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Woodenhead 2009 Guido Venturi Vineyard Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodenhead-2009-guido-venturi-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Woodenhead 13.7,Red,US,"Pfendler has striven to raise the quality of their Pinot Noir, and this 2011 keeps them firmly in place. It's a good, sound wine, dry and silky, with bright acidity and fine raspberry and cherry flavors.",,45,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Pfendler 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pfendler-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Pfendler 12,Sparkling,Italy,"From one of the most beautiful vineyards in Valdobbiadene with decades-old vines that show their twisted and contorted trunks, this pretty Prosecco Superiore delivers feminine notes of freshly chopped sage and yellow rose.",Vecchie Viti Brut,,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Ruggeri & C. 2011 Vecchie Viti Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruggeri-c-2011-vecchie-viti-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2011,Ruggeri & C. 12.5,White,Portugal,"This Alvarinho, grown in the southern part of the Vinho Verde region, has richness as well as typical peach and pear flavors. The acidity comes through with its citrus edge to give a crisp aftertaste to a ripe-fruit flavored wine.",,13,88,Minho,,,Aveleda 2012 Alvarinho (Minho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2012-albarino-alvarinho-minho/,Alvarinho,2012,Aveleda 14.2,White,US,"This estate-grown Viognier was whole-cluster pressed and barrel-fermented in neutral French oak with no malolactic fermentation, giving it a fresh and fruity personality amid a creamy core of honey, pear and fig. On the finish is a layer of pineapple and lime, giving it a refreshing finish just right for a plate of butter-smeared lobster.",Estate Riserva,36,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Campovida 2011 Estate Riserva Viognier (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campovida-2011-estate-riserva-viognier-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Viognier,2011,Campovida 13,Red,US,"Edgy and herbal, the 2010 Reserve mixes cranberry fruit with Mediterranean herbs. There's a suggestion of black olives also, and the tangy tartness adds lift to the mouthfeel.",Estate Reserve,35,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2010 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2010-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,David Hill 13,White,US,"A juicy, tropical Sauvignon Blanc ripe for warm weather sipping, textured in mango, pineapple and a hit of fresh pear. Intense with a savory taste on the finish, this white is perfect on its own or ideal with seafood or crackers smothered in goat cheese.",,16,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Newsome-Harlow 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newsome-harlow-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Newsome-Harlow 13,Red,France,"From a vineyard planted in 1922 close to Pommard, this is a perfumed wine, packed with red fruits, freshness and a strong sense of structure from old vines.",Héritiers,,88,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Domaine Nicolas Rossignol 2011 Héritiers (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nicolas-rossignol-2011-heritiers-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Nicolas Rossignol 15,Red,Italy,"Give this Sangiovese Riserva a few minutes in the glass to open. Once it does, this dense and richly concentrated expression offers raw notes of black cherry and spice with moist pipe tobacco at the back.",Calisto Riserva,38,88,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Stefano Berti 2008 Calisto Riserva (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-berti-2008-calisto-riserva-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2008,Stefano Berti 13.5,Red,US,"Intensely concentrated red cherry aromas are accented with a delicate leafiness in this rich, robust Cab Franc. It's a powerful, juicy, boldly textured wine with a bit of heat on the finish, but stays fresh on the palate thanks to a vibrant spray of acidity.",,24,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Jamesport 2007 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamesport-2007-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Jamesport 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a bright, clean quality to this Prosecco Superiore that is reinforced by citrus, grapefruit and stone fruit aromas. Dried grass, honey and white flower also play supporting roles.",Extra Dry,12,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Le Manzane NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-manzane-nv-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-172981/,Glera,,Le Manzane 14.5,Red,US,"A robust blend of 38% Zinfandel, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Petite Sirah, 11% Barbera and 11% Syrah, all grown in Lake County, this rightly named Non Typical red is rich in strawberry and raspberry flavors with dusty overtones. Structured, but soft in the mouth, with a caramel finish.",Non Typical,25,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Shed Horn Cellars 2010 Non Typical Red (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shed-horn-cellars-2010-non-typical-red-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Red Blend,2010,Shed Horn Cellars 12,Sparkling,Italy,"From producer Guglielmo Bortolomiol, this Brut sparkling wine shows simple lines of dry mineral, white flower and crisp lime. Pair this informal Italian sparker with grilled shrimp encrusted with sweet sesame seeds.",Brut,15,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Gemin 2012 Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gemin-2012-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Gemin 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a full-bodied, solid wine, dominated at this early stage in its development by tannins as well as black currant fruits. The wine is potentially warm, perfumed with truffles and spice. Age for a couple of years.",Ciconia,10,87,Alentejano,,,Herdade de São Miguel 2010 Ciconia Touriga Nacional (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-sao-miguel-2010-ciconia-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-alentejano/,Touriga Nacional,2010,Herdade de São Miguel 14.9,Red,US,"Softly delicious, this is a beautiful Merlot to drink now. It's a little hot in alcohol on the finish, but feels elegant in the mouth, offering waves of cherries, currants and mocha.",Unfiltered,35,87,California,Napa,Calistoga,Barlow 2009 Unfiltered Merlot (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barlow-2009-unfiltered-merlot-napa-calistoga/,Merlot,2009,Barlow 13.8,Red,US,"An easy Pinot Noir, but by no means lacking elegance. It shows the moderate body and crisp, citrusy acidity that usually marks Edna Valley Pinot Noir, with pure, direct flavors of sour-cherry candy, cola, cinnamon and toast.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Claiborne & Churchill 2010 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2010-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Claiborne & Churchill 13,White,Italy,This is a bold and ripe expression of Soave with soft fruit characteristics of peach and ripe melon backed by fragrant yellow flower. A extra touch of acidity would help the wine feel fresher on the close.,Crù,,87,Veneto,Soave,,Giale 2010 Crù (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giale-2010-cru-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2010,Giale 12.5,White,Italy,"Fresh, easy and lemony with a touch of drying talc powder at the back, this is a refreshing white to pair with any sort of fresh Mediterranean seafood from fried calamari to baccalà.",,16,87,Piedmont,Roero Arneis,,Giacosa Fratelli 2011 Roero Arneis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacosa-fratelli-2011-italian-white-arneis-roero-arneis/,Arneis,2011,Giacosa Fratelli 15,Red,Italy,"This is a dark and brooding blend of Barbera and Bonarda that veers towards tobacco, leather and tar to such a far extreme, the fruit is almost overwhelmed in the bouquet. Prune and cassis do make an appearance on the palate, and there's a ripe-fruit note on the close.",Macchiona,28,87,Central Italy,Emilia,,La Stoppa 2007 Macchiona Red (Emilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoppa-2007-macchiona-red-emilia/,Red Blend,2007,La Stoppa 14,White,US,"Grüner Veltliner, though still rare, shows good promise in Oregon. This is a big, sappy, ripe version that's borderline syrupy, with big flavors of peaches and apricots. But the supporting acids, and a lick of mineral, keep it from crashing.",Estate,20,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Raptor Ridge 2012 Estate Grüner Veltliner (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raptor-ridge-2012-estate-gruner-veltliner-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Raptor Ridge 14.5,Red,US,"This is a good Pinot Noir that's full-bodied, dry and silky in the mouth, with crisp acidity. It shows raspberry, cola and green tea flavors. Hard to predict if it has a future, so drink now–2014.",Toyon Farm,54,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2010 Toyon Farm Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2010-toyon-farm-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Saintsbury 13,Red,France,"While Brouilly is one of the lighter of the Beaujolais crus, it still is a step up from Villages, as this ripe wine shows. With weight and some tannins, it promises moderate aging while also offering a delicious cherry profile drinking now.",Château la Perrière,,87,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Jean-Claude Debeaune 2011 Château la Perrière (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-debeaune-2011-chateau-perriere-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2011,Jean-Claude Debeaune 12.5,Red,France,"Ripe, with jammy red fruits, this is an attractively fruity wine. It has maraschino cherry flavors, intertwined with acidity to give structure, a fresh character and soft tannins. Drink this year.",Château de Nervers,,87,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Jean-Claude Debeaune 2011 Château de Nervers (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-debeaune-2011-chateau-nervers-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2011,Jean-Claude Debeaune 14.7,Red,US,"A distinctive blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, with notes of black currant, olive, chocolate and herbs. The palate's soft cherry flavors and grainy tannins don't entirely hold together, but there is a lot of intrigue here.",,25,87,Idaho,,,Koenig Vineyards 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koenig-2010-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-snake-river-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2010,Koenig Vineyards 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a traditional take on Sangiovese that offers pretty berry tones with cola, dried ginger and dark spice. The acidity and the freshness of the mouthfeel suggests a pairing with four-cheese piazza.",Fermavento,24,87,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Giovanna Madonia 2010 Fermavento (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovanna-madonia-2010-fermavento-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2010,Giovanna Madonia 12.5,White,Italy,"The nice thing about Gini's Soave Classico is the way it feels in the mouth. There's structure and natural creaminess here that comes from the quality of the fruit. The wine, in fact, is only aged in stainless steel. It ends with layers of peach and honeydew melon.",Gini,15,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Gini 2011 Gini (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gini-2011-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2011,Gini 20,Fortified,US,"Made from the Jacquez grape, this fortified wine has a layered nose, featuring notes of dried blueberry, baking spice, baguette and toasted almond. Medium to full bodied, the palate deals added flavors of raspberry coulis and chocolate that show great tenacity. The palate demonstrates some finesse, but the alcohol spikes on the finish, ending warm.",Madeira,65,87,Texas,Texas,,Haak 2004 Madeira Jacquez (Texas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haak-2004-madeira-other-red-jacquez-texas/,Jacquez,2004,Haak 13,White,Italy,"This pretty white wine from northern Italy opens with an ashy, mineral feel and segues to aromas of candied fruit, peach and citrus. It is nearing the end of its drinking window so don't bother putting this bottle aside.",Sivoy,19,87,Piedmont,Monferrato,,Cascina La Ghersa 2009 Sivoy White (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ghersa-2009-sivoy-white-monferrato/,White Blend,2009,Cascina La Ghersa 13.8,Red,US,"A savory, tannic and slightly earthy Cabernet Sauvignon made by winemakers Denis and May-Britt Malbec, who consult on many Napa Valley-based projects. The 2007 and 2009 are more indicative of how silky smooth and refined their Cabernets can be, with this one exhibiting just slightly too much tobacco and smoke on the finish, overpowering the berry fruit.",Sonatina Vineyard,80,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Xurus 2008 Sonatina Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xurus-2008-sonatina-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Xurus 14.3,Red,US,"Woodenhead makes a range of Pinot Noirs from both the Russian River and Anderson valleys and this one starts out with an earthy ring of raspberry, a lot of black tea and some herbal undertones. Still impacted from its time in oak, the finish is hard to pinpoint, slightly spicy and unresolved.",Wiley's Vineyard,60,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Woodenhead 2009 Wiley's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodenhead-2009-wileys-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Woodenhead 13.5,White,US,"Cecchetti Wine Company makes a lot of Line 39 Sauvignon Blanc, but does it well, offering an affordable wine that tastes great. Grassy and tropical, it's true to Lake County, with just a touch of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc character. Crisp and easy to drink.",,10,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Line 39 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/line-39-2012-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Line 39 13.5,Red,Mexico,"The bouquet on this blend of Cab, Zin, Merlot and Tempranillo is fairly smooth and complex, with spice and modest heat. The palate, however, seems to be on the roasted and burnt side of the fence, with chocolate notes bringing up the rear. This is tasty but heavy, grabby and hot.",Amado IV,58,87,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Viñas de Garza 2008 Amado IV Red (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-garza-2008-amado-iv-red-valle-guadalupe/,Red Blend,2008,Viñas de Garza 13.5,Red,Spain,"Ripe, brandied aromas of baked cherry and blackberry are heady and leathery upon airing. This shows raw tannins and scratchy acidity in front of traditional flavors: vanilla, oak, currant and raspberry. An oaky finish comes with vanilla, toast and chocolaty accents.",Crianza,20,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Mayor 2010 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-2010-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2010,Viña Mayor 12,Sparkling,Italy,"This is an offbeat (somewhat strange) sparkling blend of Glera (the Prosecco grape), Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc that really doles out those exotic fruit aromas of mango, papaya and passion fruit. The wine gets extra points for the richness of the mouthfeel.",Surfine Cuvée Brut,15,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Foss Marai NV Surfine Cuvée Brut Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foss-marai-nv-surfine-cuvee-brut-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,,Foss Marai 13,White,Italy,"Made with the indigenous Garganega grape (the same variety that makes Soave), this richly extracted white wine opens with an off-gold color and ripe notes of apricot and peach nectar.",Memorio Creari,23,87,Veneto,Gambellara Classico,,Domenico Cavazza 2008 Memorio Creari (Gambellara Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domenico-cavazza-2008-memorio-creari-italian-white-garganega-gambellara-classico/,Garganega,2008,Domenico Cavazza 11,Sparkling,Italy,This bubbly Prosecco Superiore offers vibrant tones of white flower and cut grass followed by light touches of peach and honeydew melon. The mouthfeel is creamy and soft with a subtle touch of sweetness.,Millesimato Extra Dry,25,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bacio della Luna 2012 Millesimato Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacio-della-luna-2012-millesimato-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Bacio della Luna 14,White,US,"This Chardonnay wants time to warm and breathe in the glass, so don't pour it right from the fridge. After a little while it develops considerably in generosity, offering waves of tropical fruits, peaches and pears. The oak is pretty strong, even jarring. Give it a few years in the cellars to let everything knit together.",Dutton Ranch,45,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,B Cellars 2011 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2011-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,B Cellars 13,White,Italy,Here's a pure expression of the Garganega grape that sees (in part) 8 months of oak aging for extra density and thickness. The wine shows spicy notes of cinnamon and white pepper backed by peach and candied fruit.,,15,87,Veneto,Soave,,Corte Falco 2010 Soave,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-falco-2010-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2010,Corte Falco 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Extra sweetness and density give this wine a full and generous personality. Dry Proseccos usually show a little extra peach juice and nectarine, as this wine does, without being heavy or cloying.",Dry,20,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bortolotti NV Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolotti-nv-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-173256/,Glera,,Bortolotti 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a Chardonnay-based sparkler from Piedmont that opens with bright tones of lemon and sweet grapefruit followed by yeasty tones of freshly baked bread. There's some bitter almond as well, which adds tartness to the finish.",Brut,16,87,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Borgo Maragliano NV Brut Chardonnay (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-maragliano-nv-brut-chardonnay-piedmont-169151/,Chardonnay,,Borgo Maragliano ,Red,US,"The velvety mouthfeel provides much of the draw on this Rhône-inspired blend that offers notes of celery salt, orange peel, smoked meat and barnyard. Like many European wines, it doesn't come off as entirely clean, but here it only adds to its appeal.",Estate Grown,25,87,Idaho,,,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 2009 Estate Grown Syrah-Mourvèdre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3-horse-ranch-2009-estate-grown-red-blend-syrah-mourvedre-snake-river-valley/,Syrah-Mourvèdre,2009,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 13,White,Italy,"Here's a refreshing blend of Sauvignon Blanc (80%) and Chardonnay that offers medium structure and thickness in the mouth and surprisingly restrained aromas despite the high percentage of one of the world's most aromatic varieties. In fact, the wine seems to strive for balance between its smooth mouthfeel and its aromas of apple, melon and white peach.",Ninètte,23,87,Piedmont,Monferrato Bianco,,Arbiola 2011 Ninètte (Monferrato Bianco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbiola-2011-ninette-white-monferrato-bianco/,White Blend,2011,Arbiola 14.3,Red,US,"Still tannic and acidic after all these years, this dry Grenache offers a ripe heart of cherries and cherry liqueur. Earns a point or two for elegance. Drink now.",Delta,35,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ampelos 2008 Delta Grenache (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ampelos-2008-delta-grenache-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Grenache,2008,Ampelos 15.8,Red,US,"They grow powerful grapes in parts of Amador County and this one stands out for its elevated alcohol. The mix of 70% Zinfandel and smaller helpings of Mourvèdre, Barbera, Syrah and Touriga combine for a spicy cola taste. Leathery notes and big tannins linger long on the finish.",Bunkhouse,18,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Amador Cellars 2009 Bunkhouse Red (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-cellars-2009-bunkhouse-red-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Red Blend,2009,Amador Cellars 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Simple celebrations with family and friends sometimes call out for a bright sparkling wine that delivers the goods, but is in no way too complex or over the top. This is just such a wine with crisp lines and steady features of lemon and sweet grapefruit.",Extra Dry,20,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bortolotti NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolotti-nv-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-173257/,Glera,,Bortolotti 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Francesco Galliano is a creamy and opulent Chardonnay-based sparkler that opens with a deep golden color, yeasty notes followed by butter and toasted almond. The wine shows loads of ripe and sticky fruit that almost bring it over the top.",Francesco Galliano Blanc de Blancs,29,87,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Borgo Maragliano 2010 Francesco Galliano Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-maragliano-2010-francesco-galliano-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-piedmont/,Chardonnay,2010,Borgo Maragliano 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a delicious, fruity wine, full of black fruits and soft tannins. The wine is forward, and ripe, and demands to be drunk now. Have it with a barbecue.",Barco Negro,15,87,Douro,,,Cap Wine 2010 Barco Negro Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cap-wine-2010-barco-negro-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Cap Wine 14,Red,Mexico,"This blend of Tempranillo and Grenache is gritty up front, with strong black-fruit aromas and lemony oak notes. A palate with minty, dark flavors of licorice, plum, cherry and even citrus is attractive and shows acidic balance. For a big wine with grip, it's more meaty than mean.",Xikbal Tempranillo- Grenache,33,87,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Vinicola Urbana 2011 Xikbal Tempranillo- Grenache Red (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinicola-urbana-2011-xikbal-tempranillo-grenache-red-valle-guadalupe/,Red Blend,2011,Vinicola Urbana 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a smooth and generous dry Prosecco Superiore with subtle tones of honey, dried flower, peach, green apple and tangerine. Those pretty aromas are backed by creamy foam and soft bubbles.",Cuvée Oris Dry,19,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Villa Sandi NV Cuvée Oris Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-cuvee-oris-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Villa Sandi 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is an elegant Sangiovese from central Italy that follows simple lines with bright tones of cherry, dried blueberry and a touch of dried ginger that gives the bouquet an aromatic life. In the mouth, the wine is fresh and compact with polished texture.",Bagnolo,25,87,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna,,Villa Bagnolo 2009 Bagnolo (Sangiovese di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-bagnolo-2009-bagnolo-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna/,Sangiovese,2009,Villa Bagnolo 13,White,Spain,"This older Albariño is hanging in there but it should transition to past its prime in the near future. For now, the nose offers aged citrus notes and pithiness. The palate is citrusy in feel but fading, while flavors of orange and peach pit finish bland. Drink immediately.",Selección Finca Monte Alto,25,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Fillaboa 2010 Selección Finca Monte Alto Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fillaboa-2010-seleccion-finca-monte-alto-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Fillaboa 14.4,Red,US,"A solid Cabernet, offering lots of Napa flash at a decent price, It's dry, full bodied and tannic, with rich black currant, cherry and licorice flavors for drinking now.",,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Emblem 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emblem-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Emblem 13.5,White,US,"The winery's Gewürztraminers always have a slightly sugary taste, but their 2012 is more evident in that off-dryness than in past vintages, and seems softer, too. It's rich, fruity and spicy, with a honeyed finish that will make it perfect with slightly-sweet Southeast Asian foods.",Dutton Ranch Green Valley Vineyard,30,87,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2012 Dutton Ranch Green Valley Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2012-ranch-green-valley-vineyard-gewurztraminer-sonoma-green-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Dutton-Goldfield 13,Red,France,"One of the smallest crus, Saint-Amour produces firm and structured wines. This Sélection shows both rich black fruit and solid tannins that are typical. Over the next six months, it's likely the fruitiness will become more dominant.",Sélection,,87,Beaujolais,Saint-Amour,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Sélection (Saint-Amour),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-selection-gamay-saint-amour/,Gamay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 13,Red,France,"This is a bright and youthful wine, with red plum and cherry fruits that are right up front, laced with acidity and given just the right punch and tannins. This attractive wine can age, but can be drunk now.",Château des Reyssiers,18,87,Beaujolais,Régnié,,Henry Fessy 2011 Château des Reyssiers (Régnié),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-fessy-2011-chateau-reyssiers-gamay-regnie/,Gamay,2011,Henry Fessy 12.5,Red,Italy,"This darkly concentrated Dolcetto offers fresh fruit aromas of blackberry, plum and ripe black cherry. There's loads of dark fruit intensity here followed by a plush, dark and slightly raw feel in the mouth.",Sant'Anna,18,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Principiano Ferdinando 2010 Sant'Anna (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principiano-ferdinando-2010-santanna-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2010,Principiano Ferdinando 14.5,Red,Italy,This interpretation of Sangiovese opens with sweet fruit on the bouquet that recalls plump cherry and blueberry. The wine is tart and easy on the close with a pretty blast of fresh acidity.,Torre di Oriolo,,87,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Poderi Morini 2011 Torre di Oriolo (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-morini-2011-torre-oriolo-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2011,Poderi Morini 14,Red,Spain,"Subtle but ripe berry aromas are earthy, leathery and hint at animal. The palate is fresh and focused, with authentic raspberry and blackberry flavors. A toasty, warm finish with a note of chocolate makes for a good close. This is entirely commonplace for Ribera but that doesn't mean it's not a nice wine.",Vaquos,15,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pinord 2010 Vaquos (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinord-2010-vaquos-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2010,Pinord 14,Red,Italy,"This deep and dark Chianti riserva opens with slightly oxidized aromas of candied fruit and raspberry roll-up. Cola, dark spice and bresaola round off the finish.",Riserva,23,87,Tuscany,Chianti,,Pietro Beconcini 2009 Riserva (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-beconcini-2009-riserva-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2009,Pietro Beconcini 14.4,Red,US,"Tough and gritty in tannins and acids, with very dry flavors of black currants leading to a spicy finish that's hot in alcohol. It lacks the rich opulence of the 2008, and feels a bit resistant and brittle throughout.",,60,87,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Renteria 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renteria-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Renteria 13,White,US,"Tropical in scent, this has precise notes of apricot and papaya, plus a dusting of turmeric for complexity. Medium to full in body, this offering feels soft on entrance, though the acidity becomes more energized as the wine progresses across the palate.",,23,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Rappahannock Cellars 2011 Viognier (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rappahannock-cellars-2011-viognier-virginia/,Viognier,2011,Rappahannock Cellars 13.5,White,US,"The medium-intense aromas of honeyed nut, glazed pineapple and papaya are rich and exotic. Medium to full bodied, the palate bears snappy acidity that keeps the wine feeling vibrant. A slight papaya-seed-like bitterness creates some tension, which lingers on the finish.",,23,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Cooper Vineyards 2011 Viognier (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooper-vineyards-2011-viognier-virginia/,Viognier,2011,Cooper Vineyards 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkling blend (50-50 Chardonnay and Pinot Nero) represents one of only a handful of barrel aged metodo classico wines from Friuli in northeast Italy. The wine's perlage is firm and steely and there are soft layers of toasted bread, stone fruit and honey at the back.",Cuvée Brut,38,87,,Friuli,,Dorigo NV Cuvée Brut Sparkling (Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dorigo-nv-cuvee-brut-sparkling-friuli/,Sparkling Blend,,Dorigo 14,Red,Argentina,"This smells gritty, much like burnt leather. After that, stalky, herbal aromas rise up. In the mouth, it's grabby and tannic but not overly hard, with earthy, roasted flavors of leathery berry and salt. A savory tasting finish with modest fruit is lengthy and feels solid.",Trez Reserva,30,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Deumayen 2008 Trez Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deumayen-2008-trez-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Deumayen 14.3,Red,US,"Shows some complexity amidst layers of black cherries, currants, roasted meat and black pepper flavors that are housed in rich tannins. With a medium-bodied mouthfeel that veers toward silkiness, it's a fine window into the possibilities of this fussy grape variety in California.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2010 Mourvèdre (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2010-mourvedre-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Mourvèdre,2010,Curtis 14.1,White,US,"A nice Chardonnay, clean and crisp, with modulated flavors of peaches, lemon meringue pie and buttered toast. Easy to drink this well-made wine.",,32,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Black Stallion 2010 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-stallion-2010-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Black Stallion 13.7,White,US,"This dry Chardonnay shows the minerality, acidity and herbalness that mark some Carneros Chardonnays. It's an elusive wine, less ripe than many, but has enough fruit, cream and oak richness to hit the right Chard notes. Call it elegant.",Vineburg Vineyard,30,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Silverado 2011 Vineburg Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2011-vineburg-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Silverado 14.4,Red,US,"Granite and spice notes add depth to intensely fruity blackberry and plum flavors in this North Fork Petit Verdot. It's bold in structure and big in alcohol, but fresh herbs and tart berry notes add freshness to the finish.",Spotlight,45,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sannino 2010 Spotlight Petit Verdot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sannino-2010-spotlight-petit-verdot-long-island-north-fork/,Petit Verdot,2010,Sannino 14,Red,US,"Anise, dark cherry, coffee grounds and fig aromas compose the nose on this Bordeaux-style blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Medium to full bodied, this wine bears meaty tannins and alcoholic warmth. Dense notes of cigar box, ash and leather surface on the palate.",Mosaic,50,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Sunset Hills 2010 Mosaic Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunset-hills-2010-mosaic-red-virginia/,Red Blend,2010,Sunset Hills 14.9,Red,US,"Sextant takes their Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre blend and adds some Petite Sirah, which gives the wine a little more body, as well as firmer tannins. It's a big wine—rich, dry and complex in blackberries, currants and peppery spices. The alcohol gives it some heat. Drink now and over the next few years with barbecue or, for something different, beef or lamb curry.",Passage,42,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sextant 2010 Passage G-S-M (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sextant-2010-passage-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-paso-robles/,G-S-M,2010,Sextant 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Agostino Marsuret proposes this fresh sparkling wine made with Glera, Verdiso and Perera grapes. The soft sparkler offers just a touch of sweetness with easy layers of peach and grapefruit that pull back slowly.",Millesimato Dry,22,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Marsuret 2012 Millesimato Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marsuret-2012-millesimato-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Marsuret 14.5,Red,US,"This blend aims at the modern, cult style of ultraripe Bordeaux-style fruit, soft tannins and plenty of oak. It succeeds as far as richness goes. Flashy, but it tires the palate, making it hard to argue for repeated sipping.",Ti Amo,86,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ledson 2009 Ti Amo Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2009-ti-amo-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Ledson 13.5,Red,Italy,There's a sweet note of bright cherry or blueberry that opens the nose of this food-friendly Vino Nobile. Medium structure and bright acidity makes this a great choice to pair with lasagna or cheesy pasta.,,22,87,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 2009 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vecchia-cantina-montepulciano-2009-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2009,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 15.1,Red,US,"This cuvée is comprised of 43% Syrah, 40% Merlot and 17% Petite Sirah. It exudes black tar and leather, but it's more savory than fruity. Tannic still, showing off the Petite, its finish is long and lingering. This is a good pasta wine.",Principium Cuvee,26,87,California,North Coast,Suisun Valley,Stuessy Cellars 2010 Principium Cuvee Red (Suisun Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuessy-cellars-2010-principium-cuvee-red-north-coast-suisun-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Stuessy Cellars 12.4,White,US,"Shows pure, pleasurable Chardonnay flavors of white peach, grape, nectarine, honey and vanilla, with no interference from oak. The acidity gives the wine a slight bite. The winemaker did a good job assembling the various lots into this three-appellation blend.",Un-Oaked,12,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,River Road 2012 Un-Oaked Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/river-road-2012-un-oaked-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2012,River Road 12.5,White,Italy,The aromas on this Soave are absolutely beautiful and the wine offers just the right density in the mouth to support all that preach and citrus intensity. This is a lovely Soave to pair will grilled shrimp or fish tacos.,Fontana,11,87,Veneto,Soave,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2011 Fontana (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2011-fontana-white-soave/,White Blend,2011,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 12.5,Red,US,"Fragrant on the nose, with hints of black cherry and graham cracker, this is a ripe, rich, velvety Cabernet Franc with cassis flavor marked with just a hint of green stem. Velvety tannins and bright, brisk acidity extend long on the finish.",Estate Grown,40,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sherwood House Vineyards 2010 Estate Grown Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwood-house-2010-estate-grown-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Sherwood House Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"Rich and fruity in Cabernet character, with blackberry, blueberry and cherry jam flavors subtlely tinged with oak. With soft tannins and a dry finish, it's a fine expression of Cabernet for drinking now.",,19,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Sebastiani 13.8,Red,US,"Sixty percent Cabernet Franc with the balance made up of Merlot, this wine saw 20 months in oak and another 12 in bottle prior to release. The notes of dark flowers, cherry, and herbs are light, with chewy, slightly dry tannins and tart acidity.",Vinum Pro Virtus Aresenal,40,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Quady North 2009 Vinum Pro Virtus Aresenal Red (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-north-2009-vinum-pro-virtus-aresenal-red-southern-applegate-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Quady North 14,Red,US,"The cedar, cherry and mocha aromas and flavors are light and there's not a lot of structure to this silky soft wine, but it still flies straight down the fairway and brings much to enjoy.",Arena Valley Vineyard,15,87,Idaho,,,Snake River 2009 Arena Valley Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snake-river-2009-arena-valley-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-snake-river-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Snake River 13.7,Red,Argentina,"This is dark, oaky and minty on the nose, with inky aromas and scents of fresh-cut wood. A saturated, tight-feeling palate has oak as the pack leader, while mint and berry aromas float about. A jammy, woody, creamy finish is bullish but slightly hot.",Tahuan,16,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Siesta Wines 2011 Tahuan Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siesta-wines-2011-tahuan-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Siesta Wines 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made with biodynamic and organically-farmed fruit, this cheerful vineyard-designate Prosecco Superiore sports the traditional string closure instead of a sparkling cage and capsule. The contents of the bottle shine bright with a lively, bubbly appearance and simple aromas of citrus and peach.",Col di Manza Millesimato Rive di Ogliano,16,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Perlage 2012 Col di Manza Millesimato Rive di Ogliano (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perlage-2012-col-manza-millesimato-rive-ogliano-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Perlage 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Cruner Dry is a simpatico Italian sparkler with notes of spicy white pepper at the top followed by peach, citrus and honeydew melon. The wine is round and soft overall with a moist, creamy feel in the mouth.",Cruner Dry,20,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Le Colture NV Cruner Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-colture-nv-cruner-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-172192/,Glera,,Le Colture 14,White,Italy,"Sauvignon is not a commonly planted variety in the Langhe (Piedmont), but Parusso has decided to experiment with it anyway. The results are crisp and light with pretty tones of citrus, sage and green melon.",Bricco Rovella,40,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Parusso 2009 Bricco Rovella Sauvignon (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parusso-2009-bricco-rovella-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-langhe/,Sauvignon,2009,Parusso 14.6,Red,US,"This is a big, ripe, extracted wine, softly tannic in the Paso Robles style. It's a little hot in alcohol, but delicious, with waves of blackberry jam, black licorice and spice flavors.",,32,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Opolo 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/opolo-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Opolo 13.8,White,US,"The honeyed richness of this Chardonnay is balanced by crisp acidity and a hint of minerals. It's ripe and forward in orange, apricot and tropical fruits, and the texture is creamy smooth. Easy to drink now.",Ivywood,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,VML 2011 Ivywood Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vml-2011-ivywood-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,VML 14.4,Red,US,"Marked by bright acidity and jammy raspberry, cherry and cola flavors, this Pinot is nicely silky, but a bit one-dimensional. It has a long, spicy finish. Drink over the next 2–3 years.",,45,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Trinitas 2010 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinitas-2010-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Trinitas 14.1,Red,US,"This brisk Pinot offers a rich array of raspberries and cherries, with oak influences. It's bright in acidity, with a dry finish, and the alcohol is relatively low. It tastes a little rude and rustic now, but could develop some bottle complexity over the next 5–6 years.",Peters Vineyard Winemaker's Reserve,48,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Kokomo 2011 Peters Vineyard Winemaker's Reserve Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2011-peters-vineyard-winemakers-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Kokomo 13,Red,Portugal,"A very firm wine, this shows fine tannins alongside a cool black-currant fruit character. It's solid but young, with pepper, fresh fruit and a bright aftertaste.",,13,87,Tejo,,,Moura Basto 2012 Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moura-basto-2012-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2012,Moura Basto ,Red,Spain,"Compared to Montecastro's higher-end 2009s, this smells stalky and leathery, with herbal shadings accenting familiar black-fruit aromas. The palate feels grabby, while the flavors suggest charred leather, stalky berry and clove. The lasting impression is of a gamy, slightly hot wine that's good but has its weaknesses.",Alconte Crianza,32,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Montecastro 2009 Alconte Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecastro-2009-alconte-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Montecastro 14,Red,Portugal,"A rich, fruity wine that's ready to drink now, especially with a barbecue. There are swathes of red fruits, light tannins and attractive juicy acidity. Drink this year.",Loios Tinto,10,87,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2012 Loios Tinto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2012-loios-tinto-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2012,J. Portugal Ramos 12.5,White,Italy,"There's a very crisp and pristine quality to this Pinot Grigio that seems to shine through thanks to the intensity of its citrus, peach and melon aromas. The wine is fresh and lively on the palate.",Corvara,,87,Veneto,Valdadige,,Albino Armani 2011 Corvara Pinot Grigio (Valdadige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albino-armani-2011-corvara-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-valdadige/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Albino Armani 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Glera (the main grape of Prosecco) is enhanced here with tiny percentages of Perera and Bianchetta (two other indigenous varieties of the Veneto) to produce a clear and light sparkler that is redolent of citrus, white almond and delicate spring flower.",Vigneto Dirupo Brut,16,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Andreola 2012 Vigneto Dirupo Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreola-2012-vigneto-dirupo-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Andreola 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Fine perlage and foamy mousse characterize this delicate Prosecco Superiore as it is poured into the glass. Beyond that soft, creamy appearance, this fresh sparkler offers flavors of peach, citrus and honeydew melon.",Brut,16,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Althe'a 2011 Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/althea-2011-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2011,Althe'a 13.1,White,US,"A polished Riesling, oily and soft, with off-dry flavors of citrus fruits, nectarines, apples and vanilla. Nice for drinking on a summer afternoon.",,14,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Firestone 2011 Riesling (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2011-riesling-central-coast/,Riesling,2011,Firestone 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a soft and delicate sparkler with aromas of white flower, jasmine, talc powder and soft peach or nectarine. Creamy bubbles make for a round, delicate mouthfeel.",46 Parallelo Extra Dry,30,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Il Colle NV 46 Parallelo Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-colle-nv-46-parallelo-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Il Colle 14.8,Red,US,"There's tremendous blackberry, currant and chocolate flavor in this Cabernet, along with a solid coating of sweet oak. It's a delicious wine, if a bit direct and one dimensional. Ready now.",,48,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hoyt Family Vineyards 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoyt-family-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hoyt Family Vineyards 14.5,Red,Portugal,"This wine is somewhat green, with upfront tannins. It does have more weight than previous vintages, along with some black plum fruits, but there is still a touch of green that won't disappear.",Tinto,20,87,Península de Setúbal,,,Herdade da Comporta 2009 Tinto Red (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-comporta-2009-tinto-red-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese Red,2009,Herdade da Comporta 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Piccole Giole, or “little joys,” is a delightful Moscato d'Asti that offers fragrant tones of tangerine blossom, honey, white flower, dried sage and sweet peach syrup. The mouthfeel is creamy rich and soft.",Piccole Gioie,16,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Ghione 2012 Piccole Gioie (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghione-2012-piccole-gioie-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2012,Ghione 14.3,White,US,"The texture could be smoother on this Chardonnay, as it's all sharp knees and elbows. But it shows proper ripeness, with orange, green apple and tropical fruit flavors, as well as plenty of sweet vanilla, cream and buttered toast.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 2010 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Fritz 12.8,White,US,"The first white wine from this winery, there's a lot of intrigue here: notes of mandarin orange, lime, and dried herbs. It's medium bodied and drinks just a hair off-dry, with tart fruit flavors.",Dry,17,87,Idaho,,,Coiled 2011 Dry Riesling,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coiled-2011-dry-riesling-snake-river-valley/,Riesling,2011,Coiled 13.5,White,US,"A very bright, citrusy Sierra Foothills Sauvignon Blanc, very fairly priced, that tastes of cool lemonade on a summer's day.",Estate,10,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Clos du Lac 2012 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-lac-2012-estate-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Clos du Lac 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Big plum and berry aromas announce that this has fuel in the tank. It's well balanced in a normal way, with baked plum, red berry and toasty flavors. This is packed with a lot of raw flavor and power. From Rio Negro in Patagonia.",Río Negro,15,87,Other,Patagonia,,Denario 2011 Río Negro Malbec (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/denario-2011-rio-negro-malbec-patagonia/,Malbec,2011,Denario 13,White,Italy,"Mejo shows great ambitions with oak-driven tones of spice and vanilla that cover some of the aromatic freshness of the grape. Peach, tangerine and apricot appear on the close.",Mejo,,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 2008 Mejo Sauvignon (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cescon-italo-storia-e-vini-2008-mejo-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-veneto/,Sauvignon,2008,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Prosecco Superiore is characterized by an immediate whiff of tree-fresh lemon and shows a stronger citrus quality than most sparklers in its category. The close is steely, bright and dry.",Brut,20,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bortolotti NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolotti-nv-brut-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-173252/,Glera,,Bortolotti 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Borgoluce is the type of brut sparkling wine that shows all that easy-drinking informality we love to find in Prosecco Superiore. White flower and citrus are the main aromatic elements and the wine is bright and sharply crisp in the mouth.,Brut,22,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Borgoluce 2012 Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgoluce-2012-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Borgoluce 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Dominated by its tannins and woody characteristics, this is a tough, chunky wine. It has weight and potential depth of black fruit, needing at least four years to soften out.",Magna Carta Reserva,17,87,Alentejano,,,Caves Velhas 2011 Magna Carta Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-velhas-2011-magna-carta-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2011,Caves Velhas 14.5,White,Italy,"Vermentino is one of the latest hits from a long list of successful Italian white wines. Crisp, clean and definitely marked by a green or herbal note, the wine feels zesty and sharp on the palate. A dusting of crushed white pepper makes for a very nice endnote.",Balbino,,88,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Terenzi 2011 Balbino Vermentino (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terenzi-2011-balbino-italian-white-vermentino-maremma-toscana/,Vermentino,2011,Terenzi 13,Red,US,"With moderate alcohol, brisk acidity and sturdy tannins, this blend of undisclosed varieties brings to mind something from the south of France. It has herb, blackberry and currant flavors that smack of the summer sun.",Ever After,25,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Storyteller 2011 Ever After Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storyteller-2011-ever-after-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2011,Storyteller 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Dark berry, pencil eraser and spice aromas come together nicely. In the mouth, this is a forward marcher with a good mouthfeel and ample push. Lightly baked flavors of plum and blackberry are fully ripe, while the finish feels sturdy and tastes a bit salty and earthy.",Sustainably Farmed Estate Grown and Bottled,11,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2011 Sustainably Farmed Estate Grown and Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2011-sustainably-farmed-estate-grown-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Zolo 14.9,Red,US,"This bottling by the respected Silverado winery has been consistent over the years. The 2009 vintage is unsurprisingly quite good and drinkable, with elegance. It's a soft wine, with a creamy mouthfeel framing black cherry, mocha and oak flavors. Ready now.",Mt. George Vineyard,35,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2009 Mt. George Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2009-mt-george-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,Silverado 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,We can now enjoy a lively little group of Sicilian producers who also make metodo classico sparkling wine. This expression from the Carricante grape shows dry fruit and mineral notes with background tones of fresh baked bread and dried hay.,Brut,36,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta NV Brut Carricante (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-nv-brut-italian-white-carricante-sicilia/,Carricante,,Planeta 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A brand new product from the folks at Rotari, AlpeRegis is a fresh and vibrant sparkling wine that offers easy-drinking appeal with subtle hints of elegance and sophistication that set it apart. Baked bread, apricot and citrus notes flavor the finish.",AlpeRegis Millesimato Extra Brut,25,88,,Trento,,Rotari 2007 AlpeRegis Millesimato Extra Brut Chardonnay (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-2007-alperegis-millesimato-extra-brut-chardonnay-trento/,Chardonnay,2007,Rotari 12,White,Portugal,"Named after a local landmark, this is rich for a Vinho Verde, a soft blend of Alvarinho and Trajadura that brings out white fruits as well as a more citrus character. It's very aromatic, fruity and worth keeping a few months.",Torre de Menagem,12,88,Vinho Verde,,,Quintas de Melgaço 2012 Torre de Menagem White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintas-melgaco-2012-torre-menagem-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Quintas de Melgaço 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A field blend from old-style Port vineyards where as many as 27 grape varieties grow all mixed up. The result is a surprisingly traditional style, with fruitiness combining with a dark and tannic character. It is sweet, the raisin fruitiness a signature.",Twenty Seven Grapes Reserve,21,88,Port,,,Quinta do Portal NV Twenty Seven Grapes Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-nv-twenty-seven-grapes-reserve-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta do Portal 14,Red,Portugal,"Named after the sea just across the hills from Chocapalha, this is a forward, attractively fruity wine. It is all about red fruits, light tannins, refreshing acidity and immediate drinkability.",Mar de Lisboa,11,88,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Chocapalha 2010 Mar de Lisboa Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-chocapalha-2010-mar-lisboa-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2010,Quinta de Chocapalha 13,Red,Portugal,"This is an earthy wine, showing strong tannins, minerality and a distinctly dry texture. The wine does have weight with its layered black currant fruits giving a strong sense of structure. From the granite soils of the Dão, this is a wine to age for three more years.",Colheita Seleccionada,16,88,Dão,,,Moura Basto 2010 Colheita Seleccionada Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moura-basto-2010-colheita-seleccionada-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2010,Moura Basto 13,Red,US,"This kitchen-sink blend of red grape varieties is a shade high toned on the nose, with ripe, rich, black fruit aromas. The palate is deeply concentrated, with luscious black-cherry flavor sprinkled with dark spice and a layer of powdery, soft tannins. Finishes quite long.",6025,45,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 2007 6025 Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-2007-6025-red-long-island-north-fork/,Red Blend,2007,Martha Clara 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Made 100% from Pinot Noir, this delicious rosé has fine red fruits, a great clean streak of acidity and a light touch of tannin to give structure. Very pure, very fresh.",Brut Rosé,20,88,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Manuel Olivier NV Brut Rosé (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-nv-brut-rose-pinot-noir-cremant-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,,Manuel Olivier 13,Red,US,"On first impression, this wine is austere and thin. The acids and tannins are pronounced, and the berry flavors are tinged with tobacco and pepper. Then the subtlety gains on you.",,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nitty Gritty 2011 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nitty-gritty-2011-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2011,Nitty Gritty 13,Red,US,"Don't be too quick to dismiss this wine as thin. It's the polar opposite of those ubiquitously jammy, chocolaty wines. Instead, it's moderately low in alcohol and rather severe, with notable acidity, and the fruit is subtle, compounded with green herbs and tobacco. The dryness and complexity make it worth repeated interest.",,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nitty Gritty 2011 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nitty-gritty-2011-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2011,Nitty Gritty 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This a beautiful Prosecco Superiore with bright aromas of white flower, stone fruit and dried grass. The mouthfeel is thin and crisp, but it leaves ample room for the creamy foam that inevitably spreads thickly over the palate.",Cuvée del Fondatore Graziano Merotto Millesimato Brut,34,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Merotto 2012 Cuvée del Fondatore Graziano Merotto Millesimato Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merotto-2012-cuvee-fondatore-graziano-millesimato-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Merotto 13,White,Portugal,"From high-elevation vineyards above the Douro Valley, this cool, crisp wine is lightly textured, bright and perfumed. Finely balanced between richness and acidity, it's a great wine for white sauce and spicy dishes.",Tons de Duorum Branco,14,88,Douro,,,Duorum 2012 Tons de Duorum Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duorum-2012-tons-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2012,Duorum 14,Red,Italy,"Pipe and chewing tobacco appear at first and are followed by mature tones of prune, plum and dark spice. This masculine and brawny expression has the acidity to pair with deep pan pizza piled high with toppings.",Ombroso Riserva,45,88,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Giovanna Madonia 2008 Ombroso Riserva (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovanna-madonia-2008-ombroso-riserva-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2008,Giovanna Madonia 13,White,France,"Pernand Vergelesses has a long tradition of Aligoté. The fruit in this wine is crisp and fresh, but creamy textured with an attractive lime character. White fruits show through at the end.",,21,88,Burgundy,Bourgogne Aligoté,,Domaine Luc et Lise Pavelot 2011 Bourgogne Aligoté,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-luc-lise-pavelot-2011-other-white-aligote-bourgogne-aligote/,Aligoté,2011,Domaine Luc et Lise Pavelot 15.2,Red,Argentina,"Aromas run toward earthy and wet clay, while the flavors on this Malbec-led blend suggest baked berry and cassis syrup. A finish of chocolate and molasses is ripe and chewy, but also appealing. For fans of huge reds, this is a very good wine to drink right away.",Grand Reserve,29,88,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Finca la Buena 2007 Grand Reserve Malbec (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-buena-2007-grand-reserve-malbec-calchaqui-valley/,Malbec,2007,Finca la Buena 15,Red,Italy,"This pretty expression of Sangiovese delivers a sweet touch of cherry fruit and vanilla backed by dried ginger, cola and rose petal. The wine is polished and smooth although the tannic structure pulls it together nicely.",Torre di Ceparano Riserva,24,88,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Fattoria Zerbina 2008 Torre di Ceparano Riserva (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-zerbina-2008-torre-ceparano-riserva-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2008,Fattoria Zerbina 12.5,Red,France,"Smooth and ripe, a classic Beaune wine that brings out rich strawberry fruits, a touch of bitter coffee, and the intense acidity of the vintage. It's worth aging for 2–3 years.",Les Mondes Rondes,,88,Burgundy,Côte de Beaune,,Domaine Poulleau Père et Fils 2011 Les Mondes Rondes (Côte de Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-poulleau-pere-fils-2011-mondes-rondes-pinot-noir-cote-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Poulleau Père et Fils 13.5,White,Italy,"It's hard not to be a big fan of Giacomo Vico's beautiful Chardonnay. The wine marries the cool-climate characteristics of the Langhe (Piedmont) with a round, opulent and rich winemaking style. You'll recognize loads of yellow fruit and rose with a playful touch of sweet vanilla.",,22,88,Piedmont,Langhe,,Giacomo Vico 2010 Chardonnay (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-vico-2010-chardonnay-langhe/,Chardonnay,2010,Giacomo Vico 14,Red,France,"You can taste the wood in this red, fruity wine. It gives a spicy character to the cherries and red currants, adding both complexity and the potential for aging. The end shows the fresh acidity of the year.",Château des Capitans,,88,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Château des Capitans (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-chateau-capitans-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 14.4,White,US,"dry, crisply acidic wine. It's rich in citrus, tropical fruit and honey flavors, but shows balancing savoriness, with a hint of green gooseberry and oak.",,40,88,California,Napa,Oakville,Entre Nous 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/entre-nous-2011-sauvignon-blanc-napa-oakville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Entre Nous 14.5,Red,Spain,"Herbal, earthy, black-fruit aromas are toasty and a touch stewy. The palate on this Garnacha-heavy red is punchy and full, with dark flavors of black cherry, cooked plum and chocolate. A baked finish with hints of molasses concludes this warm, stewy Catalan red.",Edetana,18,88,Catalonia,Terra Alta,,Edetària 2009 Edetana Red (Terra Alta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edetaria-2009-edetana-red-terra-alta/,Red Blend,2009,Edetària 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Great for informal occasions or as an apéritif before a delicious fish dinner, this tight and focused Brut Prosecco Superiore offers aromas of talc powder, white flower and a distant touch of honey.",Bosco di Gica Brut,18,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Adami NV Bosco di Gica Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adami-nv-bosco-di-gica-brut-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-173076/,Glera,,Adami 14.6,Red,US,"Dry and acidic, this Pinot is a bit tough and rustic now, with sour cherry, persimmon and oak flavors. But it's elegantly constructed, with some complexity and a silky texture. Seems to be giving its best now and over the next 3–4 years.",Lambda,35,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ampelos 2009 Lambda Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ampelos-2009-lambda-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Ampelos 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a great Italian sparkler to try with seafood salad or coconut fried shrimp. Packaged in an elegant bottle, the contents boast impressive aromatic intensity with sharply focused aromas of citrus and honeydew melon.",Prior Brut,17,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Bortolomiol NV Prior Brut (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolomiol-nv-prior-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Glera,,Bortolomiol 14,Red,Italy,Serbato is a thick and savory red wine from central Italy that offers toasted notes of spice and tobacco backed by a plush and velvety mouthfeel. The wine seems to rev up quickly in the mouth but ultimately feels short on the mid palate.,Serbato,30,88,Central Italy,Emilia-Romagna,,Lamoretti 2007 Serbato Red (Emilia-Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamoretti-2007-serbato-red-emilia-romagna/,Red Blend,2007,Lamoretti 14.5,Red,US,"A very good Grenache, soft and appealing, with furry tannins framing rich flavors of cherries, herb tea and spices. Has the silky weight of a nice Pinot Noir.",Spur Ranch,30,88,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,La Marea 2011 Spur Ranch Grenache (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-marea-2011-spur-ranch-grenache-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Grenache,2011,La Marea 13.2,White,US,"Fragrant in fruity melon, fig and lime, La Folia's done a nice job with this Pinot Grigio, producing something that's crisp yet full, integrated, round and lush yet zippy in acidity. Pair with pasta, salads and veggies of all kinds.",,18,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,La Folia Winery 2012 Pinot Grigio (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folia-winery-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-sierra-foothills/,Pinot Grigio,2012,La Folia Winery 13.5,White,Italy,This handsome bottle of white wine opens to creamy aromas of stone fruit and cantaloup melon backed by vanilla mousse and even a distant touch of cinnamon spice. The mouthfeel is smooth and soft.,Sergio Zenato Riserva,35,88,Lombardy,Lugana,,Zenato 2009 Sergio Zenato Riserva (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2009-sergio-riserva-italian-white-trebbiano-lugana-lugana/,Trebbiano di Lugana,2009,Zenato 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,This is a very beautiful and satisfying Brut expression of Prosecco Superiore that delivers dry sensations of talc powder and crushed stone backed by white flower and citrus. The close is steely crisp and bright.,Tre Venti Brut Millesimato,25,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Zardetto 2012 Tre Venti Brut Millesimato (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zardetto-2012-tre-venti-brut-millesimato-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Zardetto 12.8,White,US,"An elegant wine with low alcohol yet clean, crisp, persistent flavors, this captures both melon and pear fruit, with peach blossom highlights. Call it a Euro style; it's fresh and subtle.",Treehouse Estate,18,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Vista Hills 2011 Treehouse Estate Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-hills-2011-treehouse-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,Vista Hills 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made with organically-farmed grapes, Ius Naturae represents a new school in the production of Prosecco Superiore—a wine more often associated with winery technique rather than vineyard practice. The results are very satisfying, with bright citrus and lime followed by brisk effervescence.",Ius Naturae Millesimato Brut,20,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Superiore,,Bortolomiol 2012 Ius Naturae Millesimato Brut (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolomiol-2012-ius-naturae-millesimato-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco-valdobbiadene-superiore/,Glera,2012,Bortolomiol 13.8,Red,Mexico,"Dark, gritty, crusty aromas of black licorice and bitter chocolate are fiery, narrow and ultimately unveil cassis and black cherry notes. This blend of Tempranillo, Zinfandel and Grenache is hard and powerful in the mouth, with toasty, chocolaty flavors of ripe berries and baked plum. This is true, sun-drenched Mexican wine.",Txtura 1,30,88,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Paralelo 2007 Txtura 1 Red (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paralelo-2007-txtura-1-red-valle-guadalupe/,Red Blend,2007,Paralelo 12.5,White,France,"With just that extra touch of concentration from old vines, this is a ripe, full and creamy wine, its acidity rounded out and given extra depth from the rich fruits. It has some weight and density at the end.",Vieilles Vignes,17,88,Burgundy,Bourgogne Aligoté,,Manuel Olivier 2010 Vieilles Vignes (Bourgogne Aligoté),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2010-vieilles-vignes-other-white-aligote-bourgogne-aligote/,Aligoté,2010,Manuel Olivier 13,Red,France,"This is an upright, firm wine that's solidly based around dense tannins as well as ripe red fruits. It has a very dry core giving a concentrated texture that means the wine needs to age. Give it 4–5 years.",,49,88,Burgundy,Pommard,,Manuel Olivier 2010 Pommard,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2010-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2010,Manuel Olivier 13.5,White,Italy,Here's a great Roero Arneis from northern Italy that offers so much more personality and regional character than your average Italian white. Fresh citrus and fruit tones are backed by dusty mineral shadings that give the wine a smooth and polished feel.,,21,88,Piedmont,Roero Arneis,,Mauro Sebaste 2011 Roero Arneis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-sebaste-2011-italian-white-arneis-roero-arneis/,Arneis,2011,Mauro Sebaste 13.5,White,Italy,"A blend of Garganega (80%) with 20% Trebbiano, this fruit-forward Soave Classico is aged in large oak casks for extra density and personality. Indeed, it shows a sophisticated style with yellow rose and stone fruit followed by vanilla and almond nut.",Monte Grande,25,88,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Prà 2011 Monte Grande (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pra-2011-monte-grande-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2011,Prà 11,Sparkling,Italy,A soft note of ripe honeydew melon or white peach opens the bouquet of this delicate Italian sparkler. Beyond those evident fruit tones is a wine that delivers fresh acidity and loads of creamy mousse.,Dei Casel Extra Dry,18,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Adami NV Dei Casel Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adami-nv-dei-casel-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-173081/,Glera,,Adami 13.4,White,US,"This is a young, yeasty wine with a scent of fresh citrus. Lemon and grapefruit are the main flavors, with a textural, refreshing mouthfeel and a hint of minerality.",,19,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Anne Amie 2012 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anne-amie-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2012,Anne Amie 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A tiny element (just 3%) of Chardonnay goes a long way to add extra depth and intensity to this friendly Italian sparkler. It offers subtle sweetness followed by tight atoms of ginger, white flower and citrus.",26esimo I Brut,19,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Andreola 2012 26esimo I Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreola-2012-26esimo-i-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Andreola 13,White,France,"Produced by Georges Duboeuf under a separate brand name, this is an attractive, fruity wine. It has a ripe, tropical and citrus character that brings out fragrant aromas and flavors. While it's not for much aging, it is a wine with a steely edge that could mature over the next few months.",,,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Louis Galud 2011 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-galud-2011-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2011,Louis Galud 14,White,Italy,Here's a balanced and bright Chardonnay from a cool climate region in northern Italy that shows crisp aromas of peach and citrus followed by light shadings of spice and bitter almond. The wine is silky and smooth with more citrus on the close.,,38,88,,Valle d'Aosta,,Les Crêtes 2011 Chardonnay (Valle d'Aosta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cretes-2011-chardonnay-valle-daosta/,Chardonnay,2011,Les Crêtes 14.5,Red,US,"A big wine, in the Ledson style, whose power comes at the cost of some elegance. Its dominant note is fruit—ripe and jammy in blackberries and chocolate—as well as sweet oak. Impressive for sheer mass, but would benefit from some restraint.",Reserve,60,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ledson 2009 Reserve Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2009-reserve-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,2009,Ledson 14,White,Italy,"This blend of Verdicchio (90%), Viognier and Sauvignon Blanc opens with fragrant aromas of honeysuckle, white rose, exotic fruit and papaya. The wine shows balanced structure and acidity with long endnotes of peach and yellow fruit.",Olivi Orhora,20,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Le Buche 2011 Olivi Orhora Verdicchio (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-buche-2011-olivi-orhora-italian-white-verdicchio-toscana/,Verdicchio,2011,Le Buche 14,Red,Italy,You can feel how this wine attempts greatness both in the thickness of the extraction and the intensity of the aromas. But there are those bitter and burnt notes that hold it back just a bit. Otherwise it delivers loads of bright red fruit and prune.,Vinnalunga,32,88,Central Italy,Emilia-Romagna,,Lamoretti 2006 Vinnalunga Red (Emilia-Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamoretti-2006-vinnalunga-red-emilia-romagna/,Red Blend,2006,Lamoretti 13.5,Red,Italy,This Pinot Nero from the mountainous north of Italy opens with a touch of tar and licorice backed by forest berry and dried herb. The wine definitely shows a bold and masculine side of this delicate grape variety.,Bachgart,,88,,Alto Adige,,Tenuta Klaus Lentsch 2009 Bachgart Pinot Nero (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-klaus-lentsch-2009-bachgart-pinot-noir-nero-alto-adige/,Pinot Nero,2009,Tenuta Klaus Lentsch 14.8,Red,US,"Although the aromas of cassis, spiced blackberry, maduro and dried herb are restrained on first sniff, with some air and coaxing they become more assertive. The medium-bodied palate has a pliant core, and the tightly coiled tannins come alive on the finish.",Canyon of the Ancients Vineyard,30,88,Colorado,Colorado,,Sutcliffe 2009 Canyon of the Ancients Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Colorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sutcliffe-2009-canyon-ancients-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-colorado/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Sutcliffe 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This rosé sparker opens with a pale pink color and pretty aromas of stone fruit, pink grapefruit and toasted bread. It feels soft and creamy with tightly spaced and elegant perlage.",Brut Rosé Radijan,35,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ronco Calino NV Brut Rosé Radijan (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronco-calino-nv-brut-rose-radijan-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Ronco Calino 13,White,Portugal,"Dominated by Viosinho, a grape found more often in the Douro, this wine has a fascinating perfumed character. It's smoky, with white currant and green herbs, and a steely edge that adds to the tight structure of the wine.",,15,88,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Chocapalha 2011 White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-chocapalha-2011-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2011,Quinta de Chocapalha 13.5,Red,Italy,"Fleshy, soft and bright, this pretty Dolcetto offers a smooth quality of dark fruit, tobacco and spice backed by enough acidity to keep your palate refreshed. Pair it with cheesy pasta dishes.",Vigna del Mandorlo,34,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Elvio Cogno 2010 Vigna del Mandorlo (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elvio-cogno-2010-vigna-mandorlo-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2010,Elvio Cogno 13,Red,France,"This is a firm style of wine, showing the mineral character of Pernand-Verglesses reds. The wine has a nervy, almost herbal profile, showing red currants and considerable acidity.",,30,88,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Domaine Luc et Lise Pavelot 2011 Pernand-Vergelesses,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-luc-lise-pavelot-2011-pinot-noir-pernand-vergelesses/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Luc et Lise Pavelot 14.5,Red,Argentina,"After a gaseous, sulfuric opening, this Cab unfolds nicely. Berry aromas come with leather and a touch of dried cheese, while the palate feels very good, with creamy oak and fine tannins. Flavors of blackberry, cassis, oak and peppery woodspice end in minty fashion. Contains 15% Malbec.",Made with Organic Grapes Reserve,18,88,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2011 Made with Organic Grapes Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2011-made-with-organic-grapes-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-tupungato/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Domaine Jean Bousquet 13,White,Italy,"This thick and creamy expression of the Garganega grape (the main component of all Soave whites) delivers melon, peach, tangerine skin and white almond. The wine is soft and round on the close. Pair it with white meat or shellfish.",Vigna della Corte,13,88,Veneto,Soave,,Corte Adami 2010 Vigna della Corte (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-adami-2010-vigna-della-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2010,Corte Adami 12.5,White,Italy,"Coppo's beautiful La Rocca Gavi is precisely the kind of wine you'll want to serve with smoked salmon, grilled tuna or fresh vegetables. There's a crisp, flinty quality that gives the wine a bright and lively feel followed by tones of citrus and honeydew melon.",La Rocca,17,88,Piedmont,Gavi,,Coppo 2011 La Rocca (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coppo-2011-rocca-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2011,Coppo 13,White,France,"This is a ripe wine, full of rich tropical fruits as well as the more typical Chablis acidity and steel. It feels broad, layering the crispness and citrus with a tangy texture. Keep this wine for at least a year.",Fourchaume Premier Cru,37,88,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Corine Perchaud 2010 Fourchaume Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-corine-perchaud-2010-fourchaume-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine Corine Perchaud 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Baked berry, coffee, molasses and horse hide are the aromas on this tight, rugged Malbec that shows a clipped, choppy mouthfeel in front of lightly herbal berry flavors. This is grabby and firm on the finish, without much cushion. Pour this with grilled meats and it will show best.",Reserva,22,88,Other,Patagonia,,Denario 2009 Reserva Malbec (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/denario-2009-reserva-malbec-patagonia/,Malbec,2009,Denario 13,Red,France,"Red fruits are the focus here. What gives the wine an extra dimension is the firmer, youthful, tannic texture. This gives a strong sense of structure to the attractive cherry flavors. Keep for a year at least.",Château de Juliénas,,88,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Château de Juliénas (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-chateau-julienas-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 14.2,Rose,US,"With its sweet finish, this blush wine is balanced with crisp acidity. It's rich in strawberries, cherries and gingersnap cookies, wrapped into a silky texture. The modest alcohol makes it easy to drink with charcuterie, nuts, cheeses, bruschetta, even a Sunday brunch of scrambled eggs and smoked salmon.",Estate Grown,20,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Fritz 2012 Estate Grown Rosé (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2012-estate-grown-rose-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Rosé,2012,Fritz 14.2,White,US,"If you didn't know what this wine was, you might guess it was a Rhône-style blend. It's flowery and creamy, with peach custard, honeysuckle and papaya flavors. As it turns out, it's a blend of Chardonnay, Viognier, Chenin Blanc and Sauvignon Blanc, and quite a good one. Not especially complex, but very tasty to drink now.",,25,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Screenplay Wines 2010 White (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/screenplay-wines-2010-white-napa-sonoma-carneros/,White Blend,2010,Screenplay Wines 13.6,Red,US,"This is an easy, gentle wine to drink now. It's softly tannic and dry, with cherry, red currant and cocoa flavors. Shows enough complexity to warrant pairing with an upscale steak.",,50,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2009 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2009-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Peju 14.5,Red,Italy,"Dark tobacco tones and spice open the austere bouquet of this dark and well extracted Sangiovese Riserva. The wine is redolent of tar, spice, black fruit, cola and resin. It's very masculine and muscular for this otherwise gentle grape.",Nonno Rico Riserva,,88,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Poderi Morini 2009 Nonno Rico Riserva (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-morini-2009-nonno-rico-riserva-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2009,Poderi Morini 13.5,White,Italy,There's a lot of personality here that gives this Soave Classico a clear competitive advantage in the vast world of Italian white wine. That extra thickness in the mouth and that extra peach and melon aromatic intensity makes this a perfect choice for white meat or salt water fish.,Cà Visco,18,88,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Coffele 2011 Cà Visco (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coffele-2011-ca-visco-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2011,Coffele 14.4,Red,US,"The texture is a bit rough for a Pinot Noir, lacking the silkiness you expect. Instead, you get the briary, brambly mouthfeel of a Zinfandel. But the wine is very flavorful in cherries and red currants. Give it a decant and drink up with grilled beef or lamb.",,30,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 2010 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Fritz 14.5,Red,US,"Very rich and ripe, with luxurious blackberry and cherry jam, chocolate and sweet oak flavors. Feels soft and complex in the mouth, with thick but gentle tannins. It's a little generic, in the modern style, but tasty.",,50,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frank Family 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Frank Family 14.2,Red,US,"Expressive and seductive, this wine features aromas of ripe red cherry, currant and mocha, with an underlying accent of mushroom cap. The medium- to full-bodied palate becomes muscular and astringent as the wine finishes, and it ends on a lingering note of plum skin. Age this bottling for 2–3 years to allow the tannins to integrate.",,27,88,Virginia,Virginia,,Rappahannock Cellars 2010 Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rappahannock-cellars-2010-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Rappahannock Cellars 13,White,France,"A ripe, full, fruity wine, this has light hints of vanilla from wood aging. These go with the peach and apricot flavors to create a generous wine that is already delicious but could age for another year.",Special Selection,,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Jean-Claude Debeaune 2011 Special Selection (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-debeaune-2011-special-selection-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2011,Jean-Claude Debeaune 13,Red,France,"Cherry fruits and firm tannins band well together in this rich wine. It offers spice from light wood aging, a touch of banana, and full forward fruitiness. The structure suggests it needs to age for a year.",Domaine Mont Chavy,,88,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Jean-Claude Debeaune 2011 Domaine Mont Chavy (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-debeaune-2011-domaine-mont-chavy-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2011,Jean-Claude Debeaune 13.5,Red,US,"Hints of spice and leather add a savory tone to red cherry and plum flavors in this bold but elegantly structured red wine. The palate is juicy with fruit, but accented with a spray of green herbs and brisk acidity that lend freshness.",Jubilant Reserve,45,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Jamesport 2007 Jubilant Reserve Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamesport-2007-jubilant-reserve-red-long-island-north-fork/,Red Blend,2007,Jamesport 13.5,Red,US,"This rare library release from Jamesport is another great testament to how age worthy Long Island wine can be. At 12 years of age, it's remarkably fresh, with crisp, red cherry and plum flavors, layered with shades of clay, savory herbs and brine. Lively with acidity, it's powerful on the palate but elegant in style.",,25,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Jamesport 2001 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamesport-2001-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2001,Jamesport ,Red,US,"An absolutely delicious Rhône-style blend packed with ripe, juicy blackberry, red currant, cocoa, plum sauce and black pepper flavors. Yet for all the richness, it's dry and brisk in acidity. A pleasure to drink now.",High Tide,42,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2010 High Tide G-S-M (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2010-high-tide-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,G-S-M,2010,Jaffurs ,White,Portugal,"This is a tight, mineral-driven wine that's very textured. Its fruitiness comes from quince and pear skins with a definite structure. It is young, most likely requiring aging over at least 18 months.",Quinta da Garrida Reserva Branco,14,88,Dão,,,Caves Aliança 2012 Quinta da Garrida Reserva Branco White (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2012-quinta-garrida-reserva-branco-white-dao/,Portuguese White,2012,Caves Aliança 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A wine with great juicy swathes of fruit that combine well with the natural structure of the Dão. It is textured and firmly tannic, with delicious black fruits coming through. It's ready to drink, but will certainly benefit from 1–2 years' aging.",Aliança Reserva,10,88,Dão,,,Caves Aliança 2010 Aliança Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2010-alianca-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2010,Caves Aliança 13,White,France,"This is a single vineyard wine, richly textured and ripe. It shows the lively acidity of the vintage along with a warm feel that brings out peaches and green plums. Age for a couple of years or drink now.",La Carte,20,88,Burgundy,Mâcon-Lugny,,Cave de Lugny 2011 La Carte (Mâcon-Lugny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-lugny-2011-carte-chardonnay-macon-lugny/,Chardonnay,2011,Cave de Lugny 12.5,White,Mexico,"This was my top Mexican white wine from a recent tasting. It's light and clean on the nose, with apple and just a touch of brininess. This shows off a good body with weight and acidic balance. Pear, papaya and dry melon are the key flavors, followed by vanilla and toast on the finish.",Vino de Luna,22,88,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Cava Maciel 2012 Vino de Luna Chardonnay (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cava-maciel-2012-vino-luna-chardonnay-valle-guadalupe/,Chardonnay,2012,Cava Maciel 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Fresh and clean with a personality largely driven by citrus, stone fruit and toasted bread or yeast, this Italian sparkling wine shows background tones of talc powder and almond skin. There's a touch of sour fruit on the close.",Brut Millesimato,,88,Veneto,Veneto,,Moletto 2009 Brut Millesimato Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-2009-brut-millesimato-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Moletto 13.5,Red,Mexico,"This is Fraternidad's best wine by a mile. Cherry, blackberry, cola and leafy aromas set up a juicy, mildly scratchy palate with tomato, herb, roast berry, chocolate and coffee flavors. There's some scour to the finish, but that's nothing carne asada can't tame.",Boceto,39,88,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Vinicola Fraternidad 2011 Boceto Red (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinicola-fraternidad-2011-boceto-red-valle-guadalupe/,Red Blend,2011,Vinicola Fraternidad 14.2,White,US,"Comprised of equal parts sweet, toasty oak, brisk acidity and ripe tropical fruit and citrus flavors, this Chardonnay is successfully made in the popular style. It's creamy and rich, with a vanilla honey sweetness. Easily Ventana's best Chard ever.",Estate,32,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2011 Estate Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2011-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2011,Ventana 13,White,Spain,"This fresh, young Albariño is offering mild citrus and pear aromas. The palate is crisp, light in weight and good as a whole, with citrus, green apple and nectarine flavors. On the finish, peach and papaya flavors show a tinge of bitterness.",,22,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Veiga da Princesa 2012 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veiga-princesa-2012-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2012,Veiga da Princesa 11,Sparkling,Italy,Giall'Oro demonstrates that Prosecco Superiore does indeed show individual traits linked to the special territory that characterizes this corner of northern Italy. The wine is soft and creamy with pretty endnotes of ripe peach and melon.,Giall'Oro Extra Dry,,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Ruggeri & C. NV Giall'Oro Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruggeri-c-nv-gialloro-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-173002/,Glera,,Ruggeri & C. 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Ruggeri & C. is one of the best producers of Prosecco Superiore sparkling wine. This Extra Brut expression does not carry the Prosecco designation, but it does show many of the fresh and cheerful qualities associated with that category of Italian bubbly. It is redolent of white flower and citrus and shows dusty dryness on the close.",L'Extra Brut Millesimato,,88,Italy Other,Italy,,Ruggeri & C. 2011 L'Extra Brut Millesimato Sparkling (Italy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruggeri-c-2011-lextra-brut-millesimato-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,2011,Ruggeri & C. 13,White,Portugal,"This wine is full of pure, fresh and crisp fruits that are delicious, fragrant, perfumed and lively. With a mineral edge, tangy texture and tight final acidity, it's a wine that could age for a few years",Colheita Branco,15,88,Douro,,,Quinta do Portal 2012 Colheita Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2012-colheita-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2012,Quinta do Portal 14.8,Red,US,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and—surprise!—Zinfandel, this brings a swirl of red fruits into play, and wraps them in a skin of bark and slightly bitter earth. Peppery tannins and more forest floor flavors kick in at the finish.",Abondante,24,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Sineann 2011 Abondante Red (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2011-abondante-red-other-columbia-valley-or/,Red Blend,2011,Sineann 13.5,White,US,"Here's a rich, flashy Chardonnay. It has a fat, butter-and-cream mouthfeel, with waves of pineapple tart, lemon meringue, buttered toast and honey flavors that finish soft and lush.",Vintner's Reserve,15,88,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2011 Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2011-vintners-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Kendall-Jackson 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Sweet tones of peach and nectarine are backed by honey and yellow rose. The sweetness in this dry expression from the Cartizze cru is very evident and the wine does a nice job of showing creamy effervescence to render more volume and richness on the finish.,Dry,30,88,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Il Follo NV Dry (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-follo-nv-dry-italian-white-glera-valdobbiadene-superiore-cartizze/,Glera,,Il Follo 13.5,Red,Mexico,"After opening with fiery, baked-fruit aromas, this Cabernet-Merlot blend settles on cured meat, tarry aromas and black-fruit scents. Flavors of blackberry, black currant and berry jam only grow richer and deeper as the wine unfolds. By the time it finishes, it's borderline stewy but not quite.",Sacro,27,88,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Hacienda La Lomita 2010 Sacro Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hacienda-lomita-2010-sacro-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-valle-guadalupe/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2010,Hacienda La Lomita 13,White,France,"With a definite wood aging character, the wine is ripe and rounded. It also has an attractively steely minerality that gives texture to the ripe pear and peach flavors. The aftertaste is more citrus.",,54,88,Burgundy,Meursault,,Manuel Olivier 2010 Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2010-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2010,Manuel Olivier 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A tiny percentage of Chardonnay is added to the sparkling blend to render a slightly softer and more generous presence in the mouth. Spicy white peppercorn, citrus and drying mineral are followed stone fruit and melon.",Fagher Brut,15,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Le Colture NV Fagher Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-colture-nv-fagher-brut-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-172190/,Glera,,Le Colture 12.6,White,US,"Intense minerality shines through concentrated lemon and green apple flavors in this fresh, vivacious Sauvignon Blanc. It's refreshingly brisk on the palate, with bright acidity and just a tickle of spritz on the tongue.",Katherine's Field,23,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 2012 Katherine's Field Sauvignon Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-2012-katherines-field-sauvignon-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Macari 14.8,Red,US,"A fine value, the 2009 Walla Walla Valley Cabernet is sourced from Spofford Station and Lefore vineyards. Bright and spicy, it spent 28 months in almost-neutral French oak. Cranberry and currant fruit is forward and precise, with the balance to age another 6–8 years.",,20,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Lujon 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lujon-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Lujon 12,White,Argentina,"For Argentina, this is as varietally correct as you're going to find for Sauvignon Blanc. The bouquet is loaded with pungent nectarine, citrus and peach pit aromas. Those are backed by a citrusy, angular, spritzy palate with lime and orange flavors. Tang is the operative word as the wine fades out with tangerine and grapefruit flavors.",B Crux,19,88,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2012 B Crux Sauvignon Blanc (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2012-b-crux-sauvignon-blanc-uco-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,O. Fournier 14.5,Red,Italy,"There's a bitter tinge to this Cabernet Sauvignon that segues to raw blackberry fruit, prune, cola, black licorice and leather. The mouthfeel is thick and compelling.",Magnificat,42,88,Central Italy,Forlì,,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza 2009 Magnificat Cabernet Sauvignon (Forlì),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drei-dona-tenuta-palazza-2009-magnificat-cabernet-sauvignon-forli/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Carmo was formerly owned by the Rothschild family of Château Lafite. In this now maturing 2009 selection, there is a firm character, leavened by dried fruits, dark berries and some smooth woody characters. It's a wine to drink now, or age for 2–3 more years.",Quinta do Carmo,20,88,Alentejano,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2009 Quinta do Carmo Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2009-quinta-carmo-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 13.5,Red,US,"What a nice wine for drinking now and over the next few years. At the age of nearly four, it's mellow and rich, with the blackberry fruit and oak flavors achieving a savory marriage. Finishes dry, spicy and tart.",,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Billhook 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billhook-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Billhook 14.5,Red,US,"This is a Pinot Noir of depth and concentration, that's earthy with smooth tannins. With darker fruit tones true to its warmer inland climate, it's nice and easy, a good pairing for pulled pork.",Christian's Vineyard,45,88,California,Lake County,Lake County,Six Sigma Ranch 2010 Christian's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-sigma-ranch-2010-christians-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Six Sigma Ranch 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Castelão is the grape of the Setúbal peninsula, which includes Palmela. This big, chunky, fruity wine gives a rich, maturing character, perfumed with layers of wood. Smoky and meaty, it is ready to drink.",JP Private Selection,15,88,Palmela,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2009 JP Private Selection Castelão (Palmela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2009-jp-private-selection-portuguese-red-castelao-palmela/,Castelão,2009,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkler shows some distant sweetness and loads of fruity softness that comes forward as peach, nectarine and honeydew melon. It is a textbook example of an off-dry Prosecco Superiore that is perfect as an aperitivo wine.",Millesimato Dry,19,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Andreola 2012 Millesimato Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreola-2012-millesimato-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Andreola 12.5,White,Portugal,"A fragrant, peach and pineapple flavored wine, it's soft, ripe and creamy with just a touch of smoky toast. Worth aging a few months, but delicious now.",Bucellas,25,88,Bucelas,,,Caves Velhas 2012 Bucellas Arinto (Bucelas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-velhas-2012-bucellas-portuguese-white-arinto-bucelas/,Arinto,2012,Caves Velhas 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Bandarossa is a flagship sparkler and among the best Prosecco Superiori because of its steady and smooth delivery on the palate. There are delicate floral and stone fruit nuances, followed by crisp tones of citrus and grapefruit.",Bandarossa Millesimato Extra Dry,20,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Superiore,,Bortolomiol 2012 Bandarossa Millesimato Extra Dry (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolomiol-2012-bandarossa-millesimato-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco-valdobbiadene-superiore/,Glera,2012,Bortolomiol 14.5,White,US,"Lots of ripe pineapple, peach and tropical fruit flavors in this Chard, as well as a nice hit of sweet, smoky oak, with a honeyed finish. It's certainly rich, but the acidity is strong.",Reserve,50,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2009-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Fritz 14.3,Red,US,"Shows the Morgan signature of full-bodied weight, concentrated raspberry and cherry fruit, brisk acidity, notable tannins and dryness that make their Pinots Noirs so enjoyable. Very nice to drink now and over the next 3–4 years.",Twelve Clones,32,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2011 Twelve Clones Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2011-twelve-clones-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Morgan 13,Red,Italy,"Monte Antico—a blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon—is a great value choice that shows medium build in the mouth followed by bright notes of cherry and wild berry. The mouthfeel is smooth and spicy, but largely driven by simple, red fruit nuances.",,12,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Monte Antico 2009 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-antico-2009-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Monte Antico 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This is a varietally correct Cabernet with minty oak, mild herb aromas and toasty, solid berry fruit scents on the bouquet. Although it's a bit scouring and tough on the palate, flavors of raspberry, plum and herbs are spicy and right. On the finish, oaky vanilla and lemony notes settle in.",Reserve Barrancas Vineyards,20,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2010 Reserve Barrancas Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2010-reserve-barrancas-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Pascual Toso 14,Red,Spain,"Blackberry, rubber, leather and spice aromas roll out on a good bouquet. In the mouth, this blend of 80% Monastrell with Syrah and Garnacha is ripe, smooth and full in feel, with chocolaty flavors of blackberry, espresso and peppery spice. Finishing notes of coffee and blackened toast are right for the wine.",,13,88,Levante,Jumilla,,Panarroz 2011 Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panarroz-2011-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2011,Panarroz 12.5,White,Spain,"Minerally, oceanic aromas of sea shell, apple and nectarine are focused and fresh. In the mouth, this is easygoing and a bit plump, with good acidity pushing peach, citrus and apple flavors. A pithy finish with hints of almond skin is mildly bitter and tight.",,17,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Nessa 2012 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nessa-2012-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2012,Nessa 12.5,Red,US,"Comtesse Thérèse's Aquebogue Estate Merlot is refined in structure, with crisp black-cherry flavor layered with fresh mint and a hint of savory black spices. Brisk and balanced, it finishes with a flurry of gripping but fine-grained tannins.",Aquebogue Estate,24,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2008 Aquebogue Estate Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2008-aquebogue-estate-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2008,Comtesse Thérèse 14.5,Red,Argentina,"With floral violet aromas, leather and meaty notes, this smells bold and ready. A firm, slightly reduced-feeling palate offers blue and black flavors of blueberry, prune and bitter chocolate. The finish is a bit hot and narrow, but shows power and intensity.",Made with Organic Grapes Reserve,18,88,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2011 Made with Organic Grapes Reserve Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2011-made-with-organic-grapes-reserve-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2011,Domaine Jean Bousquet 14.2,Red,US,"Shows the bright acidity and pure fruit of the Santa Rita Hills, with lots of cherry pulp and bitter skin, red licorice and raspberry flavors. It's also moderate in alcohol. There's a troubling note of unripeness that may limit ageability, so drink up.",,44,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Dragonette 2011 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dragonette-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Dragonette 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"With some barrel-aging at the back, this Pinot Nero-based sparkler shows a sassy and sophisticated side with apricot, honey, cinnamon and a touch of white pepper. Warm tones of baked bread and spice fill in the rear.",Blanc de Noir Dosage Zero,50,88,,Friuli,,Dorigo NV Blanc de Noir Dosage Zero Pinot Nero (Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dorigo-nv-blanc-noir-dosage-zero-pinot-noir-nero-friuli/,Pinot Nero,,Dorigo 12.5,White,US,"This searingly tart take on Oregon Riesling will strike some tasters as sucking on a lemon, while others will reach for the oyster knife and start shucking. Despite the high acidity, it is multidimensional and carries its sharply-defined flavors through a textural, bone-dry and complex finish.",,19,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Coeur de Terre 2010 Riesling (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-terre-2010-riesling-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Riesling,2010,Coeur de Terre 15.5,Red,Spain,"Vall Llach is known for making ripe-styled wines, and this fits the bill. Embruix is ripe and raisiny on the nose, with black currant and prune-like aromas. A thick, jammy, stewy palate holds flavors of prune, blackberry and bitter chocolate, while the finish is hot and sticky, with molasses and chocolate flavors.",Embruix,25,88,Catalonia,Priorat,,Vall Llach 2009 Embruix Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vall-llach-2009-embruix-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2009,Vall Llach 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Frothy cream and mousse gives this dry Prosecco Superiore an especially soft and peachy first impression. Stone fruit, white flower and honey appear on the crisp, clean finish.",Santo Stefano Dry,,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Ruggeri & C. NV Santo Stefano Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruggeri-c-nv-santo-stefano-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-173003/,Glera,,Ruggeri & C. 14.4,Red,US,"This dry, acidic young Pinot Noir isn't offering much richness, but does have a nice heart of cherries and persimmons. Nice and elegant, it's pretty good for the price. Give it an hour in a decanter and drink now.",Goldie's Vineyard,20,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Toad Hollow 2011 Goldie's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toad-hollow-2011-goldies-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Toad Hollow 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Give this Cabernet Sauvignon time in the glass for initial rubbery aromas to subside, revealing berry and cassis scents. The mouthfeel is round and balanced, with flavors of graham cracker, blackberry and chocolate. A mellow finish that's fresh and friendly seals this wine's quality position.",,13,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tierra Brisa 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tierra-brisa-2012-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Tierra Brisa 13.5,Red,US,"Subtle hints of toast, vanilla and spice add warmth to succulent black-cherry and blackberry flavors in this crowd-pleasing Bordeaux-style blend. It's boldly structured and textured on the palate, but balanced by brisk acidity and a veil of soft, finely-grained tannins.",Mélange de Trois,24,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Jamesport 2007 Mélange de Trois Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamesport-2007-melange-trois-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Jamesport 14,White,Italy,"Coreno is a blend of Trebbiano and Malvasia that represents two of the most important grapes found in central Italy. The nose is sweet and soft with tones of melon, honey, stone fruit and yellow rose. There's a buttery note of toasted almond at the back.",Olivi Coreno,22,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Le Buche 2011 Olivi Coreno White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-buche-2011-olivi-coreno-white-toscana/,White Blend,2011,Le Buche 12.5,White,France,"A deliciously creamy wine, shining with apple and grapefruit flavors. The wine is light, bright, softly textured and hinting at wood aging, while displaying a more steely line of tight acidity at the end.",,23,88,Burgundy,Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,,Manuel Olivier 2010 Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2010-chardonnay-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-nuits/,Chardonnay,2010,Manuel Olivier 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Prosecco Superiore 5 Grammi is a beautiful and delicate sparkling wine that delivers citrus, white flower and a touch of sour grapefruit, That fresh acidity coupled with the foamy effervescence of the wine keeps the palate refreshed.",5 Grammi Brut,,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Malibràn 2011 5 Grammi Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malibran-2011-5-grammi-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2011,Malibràn 14.1,White,US,"A light, lemony and crisp Chardonnay with a long, lemony finish begging for fresh seafood and spice—think fish tacos—Husch's Vine One has a hint of just-ripe pear layered in, too. Refreshing and aromatic, this is an all-around great value that'll pair well with a wide range of foods.",Vine One,18,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Husch 2011 Vine One Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2011-vine-one-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Husch 14,White,US,"A savory Pinot Gris that shows how well the variety can grow in Carneros. It was barrel fermented, which gives a creamy richness to the citrus and tropical fruit flavors. A nice edge of acidity adds a clean, bright mouthfeel.",,25,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sutcliffe 2011 Pinot Gris (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sutcliffe-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Gris,2011,Sutcliffe 15,Red,US,"Heady in alcohol and dense in tannins, this Syrah has a mouth-filling richness of blackberry jam, plums, dark chocolate and pepper. It's absolutely delicious. A bit too soft for aging, so drink up.",,30,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sutcliffe 2010 Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sutcliffe-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2010,Sutcliffe 13,White,Italy,Suavia is one of the best producers of Soave wine. This expression shows beautiful fullness in the mouth with a bright citrus finished backed by endnotes of melon and peach.,Monte Carbonare,33,88,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Suavia 2010 Monte Carbonare (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/suavia-2010-monte-carbonare-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Suavia 13,Red,US,"This is a fine Merlot, that's dry, supple and highly drinkable. It has some complex flavors of cherries, currants and smoky oak, and the alcohol is refreshingly moderate. Ready to drink now.",Once Upon a Dream,25,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Storyteller 2011 Once Upon a Dream Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storyteller-2011-once-upon-a-dream-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2011,Storyteller 13.5,White,US,"Rich and opulent, with the Sémillon adding depth and roundness to Sauvignon's lemon, lime and floral notes. Tastes like there's some residual sugar in the finish, but balanced with zesty acidity.",Terrace Ridge,35,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2011 Terrace Ridge Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2011-terrace-ridge-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Stonestreet 14.6,White,US,"New Zealand-like in style, with brisk acidity highlighting gooseberry, spearmint and Meyer lemon flavors. Elegant and clean for drinking now, especially with Asian fare.",Aurora Point,40,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2011 Aurora Point Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2011-aurora-point-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Stonestreet 14,Red,Argentina,"This extremely dark-colored Malbec offers mellow blueberry and blackberry aromas. The palate is big, jammy feeling and features only pokes of acidic cut. Inky black-fruit flavors come with licorice, peppercorn notes and heat. The finish is solid but limited in scope. Drink now through 2016.",Finca la Escuela Estate Grown Altamira,50,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,TintoNegro 2010 Finca la Escuela Estate Grown Altamira Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tintonegro-2010-finca-escuela-estate-grown-altamira-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,TintoNegro 13,White,Italy,"This is a fragrant and generous Chardonnay from Piedmont that shows bright tones of melon, exotic fruit and pineapple. The wine is rich and smooth in the mouth and grips the palate in a very satisfactory manner.",I Boschi,25,88,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Tenuta Olim Bauda 2008 I Boschi Chardonnay (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-olim-bauda-2008-i-boschi-chardonnay-piedmont/,Chardonnay,2008,Tenuta Olim Bauda 14,White,Portugal,This blend of Antão Vaz and Verdelho is rich and creamy with spice and green plum flavors given a boost by vanilla and ginger flavors. There's a fine perfumed aftertaste from the Verdelho.,Rapariga da Quinta Branco,15,88,Alentejano,,,Luis Duarte 2012 Rapariga da Quinta Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-duarte-2012-rapariga-quinta-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2012,Luis Duarte 13.8,White,US,"The aromas are light for a Viognier, with notes of flowers, herbs and peach. Still, it brings a lot of appeal, with broad fruit flavors accented by residual sugar (0.4%), showing a bit of heat on the finish.",,23,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Season 2012 Viognier (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/season-2012-viognier-southern/,Viognier,2012,Season 13.5,Red,Italy,"There's a dark and austere quality to this Chianti Classico riserva that gives it a very masculine personality. When aged, Sangiovese tends to deliver aromas of candied fruit, cassis, tar and licorice, and this wine does just that.",Losi Millennium Riserva,36,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Querciavalle 2007 Losi Millennium Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/querciavalle-2007-losi-millennium-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Querciavalle 14,White,Italy,"This blend of Vermentino (70%), Fiano, Incrocio Manzoni, Verdicchio and Petit Manseng opens with generous tones of peach, apricot, lemon curd and soft almond paste. The wine is creamy and silky on the long finish.",Guado al Melo,18,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Podere Guado al Melo 2010 Guado al Melo White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-guado-al-melo-2010-melo-white-toscana/,White Blend,2010,Podere Guado al Melo 13,Rose,US,"A lovely rosé, dry and crisp, with peach skin, orange, strawberry and white pepper flavors, highlighted by brisk acidity. Would score higher if not for a certain heaviness.",Pierre's Pirouette Rosé of,18,88,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Le P'tit Paysan 2011 Pierre's Pirouette Rosé of Mourvèdre (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-ptit-paysan-2011-pierres-pirouette-rose-mourvedre-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Mourvèdre,2011,Le P'tit Paysan 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This feminine Prosecco Superiore offers bright floral notes of jasmine and honeysuckle followed by peach and melon. The style is extra dry, meaning there is a veil of sweetness at the back, that is enhanced by the soft sparkling foam. This wine is truly enjoyable.",Serrai Extra Dry,,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,La Tordera NV Serrai Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tordera-nv-serrai-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,La Tordera 11,Dessert,US,"All from Windrige Vineyard, this is an aromatic, appealing dessert-style wine with notes of dried pink grapefruit and honey. At 18.6% residual sugar, it's rich and concentrated, with good depth and intensity.",Ice Wine,20,88,Idaho,,,Koenig Vineyards 2010 Ice Wine Riesling,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koenig-2010-ice-wine-riesling-snake-river-valley/,Riesling,2010,Koenig Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"K-J's basic Cab has gotten pricier over the years, but quality has kept up. This wine still offers excellent value. It's elegant in construction, with tailored tannins and acids and fine flavors of blackberries and currants that lead to a spicy finish.",Vintner's Reserve,24,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kendall-Jackson 2011 Vintner's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2011-vintners-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Kendall-Jackson 13.5,Red,Italy,Here's a fresh and feminine expression of Pinot Nero with nuances of wild berry and white cherry followed by light touches of spice and almond skin. Balanced acidity and a lively finish make the wine very enjoyable indeed.,,17,88,,Alto Adige,,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 2010 Pinot Nero (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellerei-kaltern-caldaro-2010-pinot-noir-nero-alto-adige/,Pinot Nero,2010,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,A touch of sweet peach and grapefruit opens the bouquet of this crisp and easy-drinking Prosecco Superiore. The perlage is soft and creamy and extra yellow fruit appears on the close.,Vigna del Paradiso Extra Dry,23,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Montesel NV Vigna del Paradiso Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montesel-nv-vigna-del-paradiso-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-173078/,Glera,,Montesel 14.5,Red,Italy,"Nabucco is a blend of Barbera and Merlot that offers a pretty dark appearance and fresh notes of cherry, blackberry tart and tobacco. The tannins are smooth and long and there's a pretty touch of acidity on the close.",Nabucco,,88,Central Italy,Emilia,,Monte delle Vigne 2009 Nabucco Red (Emilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-delle-vigne-2009-nabucco-red-emilia/,Red Blend,2009,Monte delle Vigne 13,Red,France,"A rich and fruity wine with dense cherry and strawberry fruits and a dry, tannic structure. It has a tough edge that suggests aging potential while also bringing out a ripe character from this southernmost appellation in the Côte d'Or.",Clos Roussots Premier Cru,46,88,Burgundy,Maranges,,Jean-Luc and Paul Aegerter 2010 Clos Roussots Premier Cru (Maranges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-paul-aegerter-2010-clos-roussots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-maranges/,Pinot Noir,2010,Jean-Luc and Paul Aegerter 14.3,Red,US,"A brisk, sturdy Cabernet, marked by firm tannins, tart acidity and a marked coating of sweet, smoky oak. It's Janzen's basic Napa Cabernet, and shows the winery's ability to produce elegant Cabs. But it's not an ager.",,50,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Janzen 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/janzen-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Janzen 14.5,Red,Spain,"Jammy aromas of baked blackberry and plum are fiery at first and then flatten out with airing. A choppy palate offers a bumpy ride with ripe plum and berry flavors in front of a full-force, toasty finish that shows a strong grip courtesy of big tannins. This is two-thirds Garnacha with Syrah and Carignan.",Tempus,23,88,Catalonia,Terra Alta,,Altavins 2009 Tempus Red (Terra Alta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altavins-2009-tempus-red-terra-alta/,Red Blend,2009,Altavins 13.5,White,US,"A refreshing wine, tart in acidity, with savory green leaf, gooseberry and tropical fruit flavors. Feels really clean and zesty in the mouth, finishing with a swirl of exotic spices.",Kylie's Cuvée,21,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2011 Kylie's Cuvée Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2011-kylies-cuvee-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Dutton Estate 13.2,White,US,"This Gewürztraminer offers intense, precise aromas of apricots, exotic flowers, pears and lemon curd. It's medium bodied and tastes off-dry, featuring vibrant acids that energize the lingering finish.",,19,88,Virginia,Virginia,,Gray Ghost 2011 Gewürztraminer (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gray-ghost-2011-gewurztraminer-virginia/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Gray Ghost 14.2,White,US,"This rich, ripe wine hits all your Chardonnay sweet spots. It's honeyed in tropical fruits, with oaky notes of buttered toast and vanilla. The best thing is the clean, zesty acidity.",,28,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2011 Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Firestone 12,White,Italy,"Costebianche refers to the calcium-rich soils in the vineyards of this estate in Piedmont, northern Italy. On those soils, this elegant Chardonnay delivers dusty notes of crushed mineral, white peach, almond skin and honey. In the mouth, the wine is fine and silky.",Costebianche,20,88,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Coppo 2010 Costebianche Chardonnay (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coppo-2010-costebianche-chardonnay-piedmont/,Chardonnay,2010,Coppo ,Red,US,"This is a big, robust, country-style Zin, that's power packed with fruit. The blackberry, blueberry and chocolate-covered raisin flavors go to your head fast, like Port. Bring your designated driver and enjoy with grilled beef.",Giana,55,88,California,Napa,St. Helena,Chiarello Family Vineyards 2010 Giana Zinfandel (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiarello-family-2010-giana-zinfandel-napa-st-helena/,Zinfandel,2010,Chiarello Family Vineyards 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"There's an evident note of tart grapefruit that segues almost immediately to sweeter tones of peach and honeydew melon. That slight sweetness is backed by creamy foam and soft, smooth perlage.",Extra Dry 47,24,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bortolotti 2012 Extra Dry 47 (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolotti-2012-extra-dry-47-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Bortolotti 13.9,Red,Mexico,"While this is fiery on the nose, you also get attractive, complex aromas of baked cherry, brandied plum, leather, coffee and chocolate. The flavor profile consists of red berry, chocolaty oak and spice, and things conclude with savory, roasted flavors cut by lasting acidity. This is a powerful, tannic yet sophisticated Nebbiolo that should improve with more time in the bottle.",Madera 5,27,88,San Vicente,,,Cava Aragon 2011 Madera 5 Nebbiolo (San Vicente),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cava-aragon-2011-madera-5-nebbiolo-san-vicente/,Nebbiolo,2011,Cava Aragon 13.5,Red,US,"This is a stemmy, mouth-filling Pinot Noir crafted from Anderson Valley fruit, showing cherry and pomegranate with a touch of toast.",,38,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Breggo 2011 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/breggo-2011-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Breggo 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Warm notes of toasted brioche and smoked nuts accent high-toned lemon and apple tones in this brisk, boldly petillant blanc de blancs. The palate is bright with lemony acidity, and sweet biscuit notes by linger on the finish.",Blanc de Blancs,42,89,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sparkling Pointe 2007 Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkling-pointe-2007-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2007,Sparkling Pointe 9,Dessert,Portugal,"Even in the Vinho Verde region, specific vineyards can produce luscious sweet wines such as this. Honeyed and layered with delicious acidity, this is a very fine wine, worth aging for a year or two, but ready to drink now.",Ameal S.H.,,89,Portuguese Table Wine,,,Quinta do Ameal 2011 Ameal S.H. White (Portuguese Table Wine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ameal-2011-sh-white-portuguese-table-wine/,Portuguese White,2011,Quinta do Ameal 13.8,White,US,"Pretty oaky, with buttered toast and butterscotch flavors. But there's some good, strong pineapple and pear fruit underneath, and fine coastal acidity gives the wine a keen freshness. Drink now.",,38,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Pfendler 2011 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pfendler-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Pfendler 13.5,Red,US,"Hints of graphite and slate lend a distinct minerality to ripe, penetrating black-cherry and cassis notes on this elegant Long Island Petit Verdot. Full bodied in style, it's remarkably structured, with a core of juicy fruit framed within a shell of fine-grained tannins.",Estate Grown Unfiltered,50,89,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 2010 Estate Grown Unfiltered Petit Verdot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2010-estate-grown-unfiltered-petit-verdot-long-island-north-fork/,Petit Verdot,2010,Pellegrini Vineyards 13.5,Red,France,"There is a sense of extraction and long wood aging with this bitter, chocolate-flavored wine. The palate has a dark plum-skin fruit character and a dry, hard-edged core. It will need at least six years to mature.",Premier Cru,71,89,Burgundy,Pommard,,Manuel Olivier 2010 Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2010-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2010,Manuel Olivier 11,Sparkling,Italy,"A delicate bouquet of white flower and talc powder gives this vineyard-designate Prosecco Superiore a very clean, sharp and fresh first impression. That enormous focus continues to the palate where the wine's fresh acidity and tight perlage does a great job of refreshing the mouth.",Rive di San Pietro di Barbozza Millesimato Brut,20,89,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Mionetto 2011 Rive di San Pietro di Barbozza Millesimato Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-2011-rive-san-pietro-barbozza-millesimato-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2011,Mionetto 15.2,Red,US,"This Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah blend contains a splash of Viognier. It's a good, interesting wine, with complex layers of ripe red cherries and red licorice, as well as notes of bacon, mocha and black pepper. With a rich, fruity finish, it doesn't seem like an ager, but is very good now, especially with spicy lamb or beef dishes.",Seven,40,89,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Dragonette 2010 Seven Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dragonette-2010-seven-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,2010,Dragonette 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This is yet another very good but not quite excellent Malbec from this winery. Solid berry aromas are edged by whiffs of green and horsehide. The palate is fresh, tight and a touch gritty in feel, with leathery red-berry flavors accented by earth and spice notes. This is solid and should be drunk now through 2015.",Gran,35,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca La Anita 2009 Gran Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-anita-2009-gran-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Finca La Anita 13.8,White,US,"The winery's 2012 dry whites offer plenty of value-driven quality, as usual. This Pinot Gris is crisp, clean and minerally, like cold snowmelt in the mouth. The citrus, honeysuckle, vanilla and white pepper flavors are a delight.",,20,89,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Claiborne & Churchill 2012 Pinot Gris (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast/,Pinot Gris,2012,Claiborne & Churchill 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This opens with dense, earthy aromas of tobacco, coffee grinds and marzipan candy along with blackberry and raisin. The palate feels wide and jammy, with solid tannins that don't bite. A mix of herbal berry, foresty notes and leather comprise the flavor profile, while the finish is gritty, tannic, salty and hard. Give this muscular Malbec plenty of air before drinking.",Malma Universo,22,89,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega NQN 2009 Malma Universo Malbec (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-nqn-2009-malma-universo-malbec-patagonia/,Malbec,2009,Bodega NQN 13,Rose,US,"A good rosé, crisp and light-bodied. It has rich strawberry, orange zest, vanilla and spice flavors. Nice and silky in the mouth, as a blush wine should be, but it's a little on the sweet side.",Vin Gris,16,89,California,California Other,California,Birichino 2012 Vin Gris Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/birichino-2012-vin-gris-rose-other/,Rosé,2012,Birichino 13.5,Red,US,"This wine is dry, light bodied and brisk in acidity. It's tasty with cherry, licorice and spice flavors. A pretty good value, showing some real delicacy and complexity.",Vieilles Vignes Besson Vineyard,23,89,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Birichino 2011 Vieilles Vignes Besson Vineyard Grenache (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/birichino-2011-vieilles-vignes-besson-vineyard-grenache-central-coast/,Grenache,2011,Birichino 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A dark, piercing opening with olive, black fruit and mild herbal aromas announces a ripe, full-force Malbec. That impression is confirmed on the full, creamy, jammy palate, where oaky, chocolaty flavors of syrupy blackberry and cooked brown sugar end in a smooth, vanilla-laden finish. Drink now through 2015.",AR Guentota Old Vine,25,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Belasco de Baquedano 2009 AR Guentota Old Vine Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belasco-baquedano-2009-ar-guentota-old-vine-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Belasco de Baquedano 13.5,White,US,"Lots of exotic tropical papayas and guavas in this soft, honeyed Chard. It's rich and creamy, yet shows enough acidity to lend it balance. Great to drink with lobster, crab, scallops.",Grand Reserve,25,89,California,North Coast,Santa Barbara-Monterey,Kendall-Jackson 2011 Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Barbara-Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2011-grand-reserve-chardonnay-north-coast-santa-barbara-monterey/,Chardonnay,2011,Kendall-Jackson 14.5,Red,US,"Sierra Foothills-based La Folia specializes in Cal-Ital varieties. This super Tuscan-style blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Sangiovese, aged in entirely new French oak, is impressively resplendent in coconut, sour cherry and ripe plum notes, with a softness that makes it remarkably drinkable. This bright wine will pair magnificently with all kinds of pizza and pasta.",The Madness,40,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,La Folia Winery 2010 The Madness Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folia-winery-2010-madness-red-sierra-foothills/,Red Blend,2010,La Folia Winery 11.5,White,US,"This bright, intensely citrusy Sauvignon Blanc boasts concentrated lemon rind and white blossom notes highlighted by a shower of minerality. It's a dry, refreshingly brisk wine with hints of wax and honey that add richness to the palate.",,20,89,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Waters Crest 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-crest-2012-sauvignon-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Waters Crest 14.4,White,US,"Ripe and honeyed in vanilla, buttered toast, tropical fruit and orange jam flavors, this Chardonnay is lifted by vibrant acidity and a tangy minerality, like a lick of steel that lends it backbone. It defines the modern style with elegance.",La Brisa,40,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Walt 2011 La Brisa Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walt-2011-brisa-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Walt 14.5,Red,Spain,"This is a modern Tempranillo with big berry fruit aromas offset by baking spice scents and earthiness. The palate feels bold and punchy, with round but present tannins and ripe flavors of baked blackberry, chocolate and mild spice. Drink this friendly, fruity, elevated wine through 2016.",Más le Leda,20,89,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Bodegas Leda 2009 Más le Leda Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-leda-2009-mas-le-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas Leda 13,White,US,"A hint of spritz introduces this brisk, fresh Sauvignon Blanc, adding verve to concentrated notes of waxy white florals, peach and grapefruit. Mineral tones and a whiff of green lend complexity to the finish.",,19,89,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-2012-sauvignon-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Palmer 13,White,Argentina,"With feline aromas of juniper bush, grass and sweaty citrus, this is true Sauvignon Blanc. Oak aging has lent an easiness to the mouthfeel, which shows good acidity. Flavors of green fruits, melon and pithy bitterness end in chalky clarity. This is one of Argentina's best Sauvignon Blancs.",Alfa Crux,29,89,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2010 Alfa Crux Sauvignon Blanc (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2010-alfa-crux-sauvignon-blanc-uco-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,O. Fournier 14.1,Red,US,"This Syrah is inky black in color. It explodes on the palate with black currants, herbs and black pepper, with a distinct note of animal and char, like a roasted bone. There's some real complexity, as well as deliberate restraint. Good to drink now, with proper decanting, and could develop interestingly over the next 4–5 years.",Gamma,35,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ampelos 2009 Gamma Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ampelos-2009-gamma-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Syrah,2009,Ampelos 13,Red,France,"Firm and structured, this shows the serious side of Fleurie. It has tense tannins as well as red fruits that are developing a juicy character. With its mineral texture, it needs at least a year to age.",Clos des Quatre Vents,,89,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Jean-Claude Debeaune 2011 Clos des Quatre Vents (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-debeaune-2011-clos-quatre-vents-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2011,Jean-Claude Debeaune 14.2,White,US,"Using grapes from both sides of the Columbia, winemaker Jonathan Oberlander has crafted a flavorful and beautifully balanced wine that mingles quince, lime, citrus rind and a hint of herb. All stainless and no malolactic fermentation—just pure fruit and clean acids.",,18,89,Washington-Oregon,,,J. Scott Cellars 2011 Roussanne (Washington-Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-scott-cellars-2011-roussanne-washington-oregon/,Roussanne,2011,J. Scott Cellars 14,Red,Portugal,"A big fruity wine, full of black fruit flavors and laced with soft tannins and acidity. This is rich, dense and so delicious to drink now. You could age it for a year or two, but why wait?",Vila Santa Reserva,22,89,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2011 Vila Santa Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2011-vila-santa-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2011,J. Portugal Ramos 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is indeed a very enjoyable Chianti Classico that shows bright fruit nuances of cherry and blackberry followed by spice, leather and dried tobacco. In the mouth, the wine is smooth, medium in intensity but also bright and fresh.",Cantalici,20,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,L'Antica Fornace di Ridolfo 2010 Cantalici (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantica-fornace-ridolfo-2010-cantalici-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2010,L'Antica Fornace di Ridolfo 14.5,Red,US,"Sonoma-Cutrer's Pinots have been disappointing in the past, but this release is a huge improvement. It's dry, silky in the mouth, and complex in flavors, offering hints of sour-cherry candy, red licorice, prosciutto, cola and sweet, smoky sandalwood. Best enjoyed now for its richness.",Owsley Vineyard Estate Bottled,42,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sonoma-Cutrer 2010 Owsley Vineyard Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-cutrer-2010-owsley-vineyard-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Sonoma-Cutrer 14.5,Red,US,"This is a wine of grace and purity that doesn't try to overwhelm you with richness. The flavor is reminiscent of ripe cherries with the tartness of their skins, and a touch of lavendar and smoky oak.",,28,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2010 Grenache (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2010-grenache-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Grenache,2010,Curtis 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Big and rich, this wine is exuberantly fruity with a sweet juicy core of ripe blackberry. Big, bold and forward with well-integrated tannins, this is likely to age quickly; try in 2–3 years.",Herdade da Farizoa Reserva,30,89,Alentejano,,,Companhia das Quintas 2010 Herdade da Farizoa Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2010-herdade-da-farizoa-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2010,Companhia das Quintas 13.5,White,Argentina,"Colomé regularly makes one of Argentina's best Torrontés. This vintage is fresh on the nose, with tropical leanings and lychee aromas. The palate offers pointed acidity and lively flavors of passion fruit, lychee and citrus. This finishes crisp and juicy, but not sizzling or sharp.",,15,89,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Colomé 2012 Torrontés (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colome-2012-torrontes-calchaqui-valley/,Torrontés,2012,Colomé 14.5,Red,Spain,"With a violet color and charred aromas of oak, shoe polish and black fruits, this amounts to a very good, woody blend of Carignan and Garnacha that's as healthy as an ox but hits like a bull in a China shop. Blackberry, burnt toast and dark chocolate flavors finish spicy and hot, while rubbery tannins esure that this has a grabby grip. This should improve with additional bottle aging.",Vinyes Velles,50,89,Catalonia,Priorat,,Ferrer Bobet 2009 Vinyes Velles Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrer-bobet-2009-vinyes-velles-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2009,Ferrer Bobet 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Big and spicy wood flavors dominate this rich, expressive wine. With its black currant and berry flavors, it's both fruity and structured. There is dense dryness as well that gives concentration to back up the fruitiness.",Solo Reserva,13,89,Dão,,,Caves Velhas 2009 Solo Reserva Touriga Nacional (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-velhas-2009-solo-reserva-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-dao/,Touriga Nacional,2009,Caves Velhas 12,Dessert,US,"A bouquet of white flowers kissed with honey and stonefruit, this ebullient ice wine bounds from the glass with its sunny, sweet pleasures. It's delicately textured, but penetrating with pristine tropical fruit flavors that linger.",Fiori Delle Stelle Ice Wine,55,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Casa Larga 2009 Fiori Delle Stelle Ice Wine Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-larga-2009-fiori-delle-stelle-ice-wine-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Casa Larga 13,White,France,This is a fresh wine that also has a strong sense of structure. It's textured with white fruits coming through a nervy acidity and minerality. Hints of wood are tantalizing and round the wine out at the end.,Emile Beranger,,89,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Emile Beranger (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-emile-beranger-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 12.5,White,US,"Wente does a consistently good job with this Riesling, which is from a cool appellation in the Salinas Valley. The '11 is off-dry and clean in acidity, with citrus fruit, green apple, honey and spice flavors.",Riverbank,13,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Wente 2011 Riverbank Riesling (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2011-riverbank-riesling-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Riesling,2011,Wente 14,Red,US,"A Cabernet Franc with great depth on the nose, this features notes of cola, spiced dark cherry, cigar box and undergrowth. The palate feels broad and jammy, layered with notes of cassis and coffee grounds. Firm tannins keep the palate grounded, but they become more drying on the finish.",Reserve,32,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Sunset Hills 2010 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunset-hills-2010-reserve-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Sunset Hills 5,Sparkling,Italy,"Su Reimond is a soft and plush dessert wine with creamy foam, lemony mousse and loads of fragrant peach blossom, honey and sweet almond on the bouquet. You'll love the intensity but don't wait to drink this Moscato d'Asti: It has a short life ahead.",Su Reimond,,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Bera 2011 Su Reimond (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bera-2011-su-reimond-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2011,Bera 13.5,White,US,"Produced in partnership between Schulz Cellars and Lamprydae Vineyards, Communication Block wines benefit Napa Valley Kids Connect, a non-profit for kids with motor and communication difficulties. Light and very pretty, this Grenache Blanc is easy drinking with a swish of vanilla on the finish.",Clondaire Vineyard,18,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Communication Block 2012 Clondaire Vineyard Grenache Blanc (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/communication-block-2012-clondaire-vineyard-other-white-grenache-blanc-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Grenache Blanc,2012,Communication Block 13.5,Red,Italy,"Punset is an excellent organic and biodynamic winery in Neive, Piedmont. This easy Barbera d'Alba opens with dried fruit and cassis followed by dried herb and black olive. The mouthfeel is fresh and streamlined.",,15,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Punset 2010 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punset-2010-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2010,Punset 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a food-fiendly and easy-going Prosecco Superiore (in a dry or Brut expression) that offers aromas of crushed mineral, stone fruit and fresh citrus. This sparkler feels focused and sharp in the mouth.",Prima Volta Brut,16,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Giavi 2012 Prima Volta Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giavi-2012-prima-volta-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Giavi 13.3,White,US,"This pleasant Pinot Gris has melon fruit flavors with a hint of kiwi. Fresh, and ready for near-term enjoyment.",,15,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Silvan Ridge 2011 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2011,Silvan Ridge 13,Rose,Italy,"Made with the indigenous Negroamaro grape found in southern Italy, this bright rosato shows sweet aromas of pink rose, grapefruit and crushed mineral, followed by a linear texture and fresh forest-berry endnotes.",Marangi,15,86,Southern Italy,Salento,,Tenute Mater Domini 2011 Marangi Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-mater-domini-2011-marangi-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,2011,Tenute Mater Domini 12.5,Sparkling,Portugal,"This is a soft, fragrant wine, with attractive acidity, creamy apples and fresh acidity. The Chardonnay gives a rounded character while also keeping the tight, mineral texture at the end.",Loridos Extra-Bruto,20,86,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2008 Loridos Extra-Bruto Chardonnay (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2008-loridos-extra-bruto-chardonnay-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Chardonnay,2008,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Very crisp, focused and clean, this easy sparkling wine does a great job of keeping the palate refreshed. It's an Extra Dry expression which means there's just a tiny touch of sweetness in the mouth.",Zero Gran Cuvée Extra Dry,20,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,De Stefani NV Zero Gran Cuvée Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-stefani-nv-zero-gran-cuvee-extra-dry-prosecco-164682/,Glera,,De Stefani 13.5,Red,US,"A soft, fruity Cabernet, with good varietal character for the price. It's forward in blackberry jam, currant, chocolate and oak flavors, wrapped into Cab's firm tannins. A great party wine, and relatively easy to find, with 8,500 cases produced.",,15,86,California,California Other,California,Spellbound 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spellbound-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Spellbound 11,Sparkling,Italy,"When Prosecco is really great, it offers freshness, ease-in-drinking and simple fruit flavors. This bright sparkler does all of the above. Plus, it delivers the kind of soft, creamy mousse that creates momentum in the mouth.",Extra Dry,18,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Villa Sandi NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-172965/,Glera,,Villa Sandi 14.6,Red,US,"This wine is ripe and forward in fruit, along the lines of blackberries and black raspberries, with plenty of sweet oak. Yet it tastes and feels candied. Drink up.",Orchard Cuvée,69,86,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Paoletti 2010 Orchard Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paoletti-2010-orchard-cuvee-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc,2010,Paoletti 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Making wine since 1936, Marsuret's San Boldo Brut opens with sharp notes of white pepper and dried hay followed by citrus, peach and white flower. The wine shows thin lines with a watery consistency.",San Boldo Brut,16,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Marsuret 2012 San Boldo Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marsuret-2012-san-boldo-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Marsuret 13,Red,US,"Intensely herbaceous on the nose and palate, there's a pleasant savoriness to the concentrated red cherry and raspberry flavors in this ripe, full-bodied Cabernet Franc. There's a touch of heat on the finish, but overall, it's a well-balanced wine that should please a wide audience.",Estate Grown,22,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 2007 Estate Grown Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2007-estate-grown-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Pellegrini Vineyards 13,White,Italy,"Citrus, cut grass, white almond skin, peach and melon all play a roll in the aromatic intensity of this white wine. In the mouth, it offers medium creaminess with more peach on the close.",,15,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Prà 2011 Soave Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pra-2011-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2011,Prà 14.5,Red,US,"This 100% Merlot was—intriguingly—aged for three months on Chardonnay lees. It has notes of herbs, cherries and green vegetables. It has an appealing, broad texture, finishing on a bitter note.",,20,86,Idaho,,,Fujishin 2009 Merlot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fujishin-2009-merlot-snake-river-valley/,Merlot,2009,Fujishin 12.9,White,US,"You could almost classify this as a dessert wine because it's frankly off-dry. But strong, mouthwatering acidity restrains and balances the sugariness. The wine is a blend of Riesling, Gewürztraminer and Pinot Gris. It's a great summer wine.",,16,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Claiborne & Churchill 2012 Edelzwicker (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2012-white-blend-edelzwicker-central-coast/,Edelzwicker,2012,Claiborne & Churchill 12.6,White,US,"This winery does a great job at producing an affordable Sauvignon Blanc that satisfies on many levels. It's properly dry and crisp, with refreshing lime, lemongrass and tart gooseberry flavors that have a honeyed mellowness. Should be easy to find, with 25,000 cases produced.",Willow Springs,7,86,California,California Other,California,CK Mondavi 2012 Willow Springs Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ck-mondavi-2012-willow-springs-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,CK Mondavi 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Bready, slightly oxidized aromas of yeasty white fruits, vanilla and brine are challenging. In the mouth, this is juicy and intense, with green herbs, brine and pithy citrus flavors. A slightly pickled tasting finish hints at sauerkraut and bitter lime. Prior wines from this producer were better.",Brut Reserva,22,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Agustí Torelló Mata 2009 Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agusti-torello-mata-2009-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Agustí Torelló Mata 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Very fresh and easy-going, this cheerful sparkling Prosecco is a perfect choice for afternoon sips by the pool or in the garden. Citrus, lime, white flower and nectarine open the bouquet.",Cuvée Beatrice,,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Cà Furlan NV Cuvée Beatrice (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-furlan-nv-cuvee-beatrice-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Cà Furlan 14,White,Italy,"From the warm climate of southern Italy, this bright Fiano opens with a waxy mouthfeel and aromas of stone fruit, pear and Golden Delicious apple. That extra glycerin in the mouth is balanced by endnotes of tangerine and pineapple.",,,86,Southern Italy,Murgia,,Botromagno 2011 Fiano (Murgia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botromagno-2011-italian-white-fiano-murgia/,Fiano,2011,Botromagno 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This Prosecco Superiore doesn't offer the roundness of other wines in its category, but it does offer an easy-drinking experience with fresh fruit, sweet peach and creamy perlage.",Dry,13,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bellussi NV Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellussi-nv-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-173260/,Glera,,Bellussi 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"The Belcanto Extra Dry is slightly muddled on the nose with aromas of peach, citrus and dried hay that stand in contrast. In the mouth, the wine is watery but crisp.",Belcanto Extra Dry,17,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bellussi NV Belcanto Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellussi-nv-belcanto-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-173258/,Glera,,Bellussi ,Red,US,"Blended from Williamson, Hells Canyon and Bitner vineyards, this is a light, airy Syrah, with notes of cranberries and orange rind. There's intrigue, but the wine comes off as a bit muddled.",Three Vineyard Cuvée,20,86,Idaho,,,Koenig Vineyards 2010 Three Vineyard Cuvée Syrah,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koenig-2010-three-vineyard-cuvee-shiraz-syrah-syrah-snake-river-valley/,Syrah,2010,Koenig Vineyards 11,Sparkling,Italy,A tiny hint of cinnamon or clove appears at first and opens the bouquet of this soft and creamy Prosecco Superiore. The mouthfeel is soft and plush and this sparkler shows nice personality and heft.,Extra Dry,15,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Il Colle NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-colle-nv-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-172972/,Glera,,Il Colle 12.8,White,Mexico,"Like most good Baja whites, this is done in a crisp, fresh style and offers acidic cut on the palate. The flavors are pure citrus—mostly lemon, tangerine and pineapple. This tangy wine narrows on the finish. Drink with ceviche and raw shellfish.",Espacio En Blanco,22,86,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Hacienda La Lomita 2011 Espacio En Blanco Sauvignon Blanc-Chenin Blanc (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hacienda-lomita-2011-espacio-en-blanco-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-chenin-blanc-valle-guadalupe/,Sauvignon Blanc-Chenin Blanc,2011,Hacienda La Lomita 14.5,Red,US,"Exceptionally ripe and rich with blackberry and blueberry jam, raisin, cocoa and peppery spice flavors, this Zin is also hot with alcohol. It's a big, robust, rustic, Port-like wine for drinking now, especially with barbecue.",Century Vine,66,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ledson 2009 Century Vine Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2009-century-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Ledson 13,White,Italy,Exotic fruit and pineapple open the nose of this bright Italian white. The wine shows slightly more heft and determination than your average Soave Classico and the mouthfeel delivers creamy peach and a long finish.,Il Roccolo,22,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Le Mandolare 2011 Il Roccolo (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-mandolare-2011-il-roccolo-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2011,Le Mandolare 13,Red,US,"This has distinctive aromas of narcissus, cassis and cedar, plus a leather-like underpinning. The medium-bodied palate has balanced acids and open-knit tannins, which become more astringent on the cola-flavored finish.",Reserve,35,86,Virginia,Monticello,,Jefferson Vineyards 2008 Reserve Petit Verdot (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jefferson-2008-reserve-petit-verdot-monticello/,Petit Verdot,2008,Jefferson Vineyards 14,White,Argentina,"This yellow-tinted Viognier shows ripe aromas of peach and melon. In the mouth, it's more sharp and zesty, albeit a touch oily. Flavors of briny citrus and green fruits end in a citrusy, tangy, racy finish that's acidic and lemony.",,18,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lagarde 2012 Viognier (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2012-viognier-mendoza/,Viognier,2012,Lagarde 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This easy-going Prosecco Superiore Brut opens with a fresh bouquet of dried white flower, citrus and crushed mineral. The wine's dry, lively mouthfeel is backed by the softness of its creamy perlage.",Brut,16,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,La Farra NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-farra-nv-brut-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-172949/,Glera,,La Farra 13.9,White,US,"Francine's Selection has for almost 20 years been un-oaked and this vintage is as well, but its concentration of ripe flavors gives the impression of oak, the richness of creamy fruit and slight residual sugar giving it an impression of being a bigger wine. Pair with equally creamy and rich foods.",Francine's Selection,15,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Toad Hollow 2011 Francine's Selection Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toad-hollow-2011-francines-selection-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Toad Hollow 13,White,US,"Aromatically awash with apple and melon aromas, this Parducci Pinot Gris is fleshy and creamy with a nice stone-tinged finish and priced quite nicely to boot.",Small Lot Blend,14,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Parducci 2012 Small Lot Blend Pinot Gris (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-2012-small-lot-blend-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Gris,2012,Parducci 14.3,Red,US,"Lots of rich raspberry, cherry and cola flavors in this Pinot Noir. It has a delicate, silky texture and some true complexity, but is a little too soft to age. Drink up.",Estate Bottled Monopole,38,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Windward Vineyard 2008 Estate Bottled Monopole Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windward-vineyard-2008-estate-bottled-monopole-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,2008,Windward Vineyard 13.5,Red,Spain,"Short, medicinal aromas of raspberry, plastic and latex set up an astringent palate with hollow flavors of red fruits and spice. The finish has some mild zest, oak and standard Rioja accents of vanilla and tobacco.",Reserva,24,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baron De Ley 2008 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-ley-2008-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Baron De Ley 13.5,Red,Mexico,"With aromas of salsa, chili peppers and tomato, this Cab Franc almost smells like the food it might go with. In the mouth, it's ripe and full of sweet cherry, plum and spice flavors. On the backside it shows milk chocolate, candied berry notes and modest tannins. Good with churrasco or roast pork; made with 20% Merlot.",Limited Edition,39,86,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Monte Xanic 2011 Limited Edition Cabernet Franc (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-xanic-2011-limited-edition-cabernet-franc-valle-guadalupe/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Monte Xanic 12,White,Argentina,"Sassy passion-fruit and feline aromas set up a crisp, clean-feeling palate with tangy, green, zesty flavors of scallion, lime and sour apple. A minerally, chalky finish is zingy and clean. This is nice for value-priced Sauvignon Blanc.",Urban Uco,9,86,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2012 Urban Uco Sauvignon Blanc (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2012-urban-uco-sauvignon-blanc-uco-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,O. Fournier 12,White,Italy,"Bright and clean with drying mineral nuances at the back of citrus and peach, this pretty Gavi would make for a great aperitif choice. The wine is crisp and lively with a fresh fruit quality on the close.",Poggio dei Vigneti,15,86,Piedmont,Gavi,,Natale Verga 2012 Poggio dei Vigneti (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/natale-verga-2012-poggio-vigneti-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2012,Natale Verga 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This Tempranillo is a heavy, saturated number with rubbery plum and berry aromas. It's totally Argentinean in style and shares little to nothing with Spanish versions; it's full bodied but not showing much in the midpalate, while generic berry flavors offer chocolate notes and finish short.",Año Cero,19,86,Mendoza Province,La Consulta,,Altocedro 2012 Año Cero Tempranillo (La Consulta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altocedro-2012-ano-cero-tempranillo-consulta/,Tempranillo,2012,Altocedro 13,White,France,"A full, rather fat wine, this has vanilla, apricot fruits and a ripe overall feel. It's missing structure and a sense of more granular texture. Not for aging.",Les Galopières,,86,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Jean-Claude Debeaune 2011 Les Galopières (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-debeaune-2011-galopieres-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2011,Jean-Claude Debeaune 13,Red,France,"A wine with fresh, bright, red cherry and black currant fruits along with a tight tannic edge that speaks of the granite soil. It's likely to age over the next year.",Domaine du Riaz,,86,Beaujolais,Côte de Brouilly,,Jean-Claude Debeaune 2011 Domaine du Riaz (Côte de Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-debeaune-2011-domaine-riaz-gamay-cote-brouilly/,Gamay,2011,Jean-Claude Debeaune 13,Red,France,"This is a wine with some tannic structure adding richness and shape to its red fruit character. Ripe cherries and red currants dominate, laced with acidity. It's ready to drink, but could improve over another year.",,,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Jean-Claude Debeaune 2011 Beaujolais-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-debeaune-2011-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2011,Jean-Claude Debeaune 13.5,Red,US,"Made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Zinfandel, this blend is stylishly dry and smoothly balanced. It offers upfront blackberry, cherry, cassis, chocolate and licorice flavors for drinking now.",Vintner's Reserve Summation,17,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kendall-Jackson 2010 Vintner's Reserve Summation Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2010-vintners-reserve-summation-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2010,Kendall-Jackson 14.4,White,US,"After a poor showing in 2009, Jigar has redeemed itself. Their 2010 Chardonnay is rich and smooth in tropical fruits, cream, buttered toast and cinnamon spices. It's starting to show its age, so drink up.",,24,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Jigar 2010 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jigar-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Jigar 13.9,Red,US,"A sweet-smelling wine, with notes of cranberry, white pepper, and Band Aid. It has tart fruit flavors and firm tannins.",Vintners Select Sangiovese,26,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Hood Crest 2010 Vintners Select Sangiovese Sangiovese (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hood-crest-2010-vintners-select-sangiovese-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Sangiovese,2010,Hood Crest 13,Red,France,"This is a new brand from a recently-created appellation for parts of Beaujolais. The wine has recognizable red cherry fruits, soft tannins and a juicy, slightly dusty texture. Ready to drink.",,16,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne Gamay,,Louis Latour 2011 Bourgogne Gamay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2011-gamay-bourgogne-gamay/,Gamay,2011,Louis Latour 13.5,Rose,US,"Pretty full-bodied for a rosé, but rich and delicate, with raspberry, cherry and spice flavors that finish a little sweet. So big, you can even drink this with lamb chops.",Caton Vineyard Rosé of,24,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ty Caton 2012 Caton Vineyard Rosé of Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ty-caton-2012-vineyard-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2012,Ty Caton 12,Sparkling,Italy,"A sour note of bitter almond appears on the outset of this Pinot Nero-based metodo classico sparkling wine. Beyond that is apricot, honey and wild berry with some yeasty tones as well.",Oltrenero Cuvée Brut,,86,Lombardy,Oltrepò Pavese,,Tenuta Il Bosco NV Oltrenero Cuvée Brut Pinot Nero (Oltrepò Pavese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-il-bosco-nv-oltrenero-cuvee-brut-pinot-noir-nero-oltrepo-pavese/,Pinot Nero,,Tenuta Il Bosco 13.7,Red,US,"Pretty good Pinot for the price, showing Russian River silkiness, dryness and acidic structure. The cola, sour-cherry candy and persimmon flavors are classic, if a little thin. Drink up.",Stephanie's Vineyard,20,86,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,River Road 2011 Stephanie's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/river-road-2011-stephanies-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,River Road 13.5,Red,US,"Sometimes you just need a savory red wine to drink right away. This is such a wine. It shows Petite Sirah's full body and tannins, and is softly delicious, with black cherry and chocolate flavors.",,15,86,California,California Other,California,Spellbound 2011 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spellbound-2011-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2011,Spellbound 14,Red,Argentina,"The nose on this heavily oaked, extremely ripe Malbec is minty and stuffed with raisiny notes along with wood-based chocolate and vanilla scents. The palate rests on a beam of acidity, but overall this is very thick and dense, with prune, molasses, mint and an abundance of oak influence. On the finish, the barrel element is omnipresent.",1955 Vineyard Estate Grown La Consulta,100,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,TintoNegro 2010 1955 Vineyard Estate Grown La Consulta Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tintonegro-2010-1955-vineyard-estate-grown-consulta-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,TintoNegro 14,White,Argentina,"Resiny, lightly briny aromas unfold to show a strong oak-and-vanilla profile, along with lemon. The palate on this fully oaked Chardonnay is chunky in size and resiny in feel. Flavors of spiced pear and apple are woody, while the finish is round and echoes of forced oak.",Reserva,20,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terrazas de Los Andes 2012 Reserva Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-los-andes-2012-reserva-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2012,Terrazas de Los Andes 13,White,Italy,La Cala is a fresh and vibrant expression of Vermentino that shows bright notes of lime and lemongrass backed by peach and honeydew melon. That natural freshness will pair perfectly with fried foods or calamari rings.,La Cala,12,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Sardegna,,Sella & Mosca 2011 La Cala (Vermentino di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sella-mosca-2011-cala-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-sardegna/,Vermentino,2011,Sella & Mosca 13.5,White,US,"This vintage brings a wine that's off-dry, with a sugary accent to the citrus and tropical fruit flavors. It's balanced with crisp acidity, and a hint of green gooseberry tartness.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Schug 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Schug 13.3,Red,US,"Light in style, this is a pleasant, varietally correct wine with notes of violets, game and lemon playing off a soft, rounded mouthfeel and grainy tannins.",Estate Grown,14,86,Idaho,,,Sawtooth 2011 Estate Grown Syrah,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawtooth-2011-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-syrah-snake-river-valley/,Syrah,2011,Sawtooth 14.5,Red,Spain,"Ripe berry aromas approach raisiny, but settle on jammy plum and leather. This is tannic and wide, with ruggedness to the mouthfeel. Flavors of earthy berry, baked fruits and cocoa end with grab, heat and burn. This is good but rough, like a gravel road.",Crianza,21,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emina 2010 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emina-2010-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2010,Emina 14,Red,Spain,"Tobacco, dill and vanilla aromas transition to cherry and raspberry scents. The high-acid, cutting palate contains tart raspberry, plum and vanilla flavors that maintain through the finish. From a rough vintage, this wine is not excelling.",Coto Real Reserva,45,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2008 Coto Real Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2008-coto-real-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,El Coto 12.5,White,US,"Notes of honeysuckle, apple, Meyer lemon and legume dominate the nose, with a tropical fruit aroma arriving late. Medium bodied, the palate showcases zippy acidity that will pair well with chicken scallopini served with white beans and rosemary.",Church Creek Steel,16,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Chatham 2011 Church Creek Steel Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatham-2011-church-creek-steel-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2011,Chatham 12.5,White,Argentina,"Minerally melon and citrus aromas are good and lead to a nice, creamy feeling palate with a full mix of lime, melon, apple, green herb and spice flavors. This is round and lightly citric on the finish. Drink immediately.",Piedra Negra Alta Colección,,86,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,François Lurton 2012 Piedra Negra Alta Colección Pinot Gris (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2012-piedra-negra-alta-coleccion-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-uco-valley/,Pinot Gris,2012,François Lurton 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Sangiovese from central Italy offers a very fresh and vibrant quality of fruit that is expressed as cherry, blackberry and sour plum. It's a simple, one-dimensional wine and its best attribute is precisely that.",Ceregio,15,86,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Fattoria Zerbina 2011 Ceregio (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-zerbina-2011-ceregio-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2011,Fattoria Zerbina 12.5,White,Italy,Runcaris is the easiest of Fattori's three Garganega-based wines. It shows beautiful notes of citrus and honeydew melon with flavors of white peach and a touch of exotic fruit. The wine does show pretty aromatic intensity.,Runcaris,15,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Fattori 2011 Runcaris (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattori-2011-runcaris-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2011,Fattori 13,White,Italy,This white wine from the Manzoni grape in northern Italy shows some heaviness and density in the mouth that is reinforced by ripe cantaloupe melon and apricot. The finish is waxy and thick.,Svejo,20,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 2011 Svejo Manzoni (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cescon-italo-storia-e-vini-2011-svejo-italian-white-manzoni-veneto/,Manzoni,2011,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 11,Sparkling,Italy,"One of the best-selling Proseccos on the planet (thanks to very large case production numbers and good distribution), this well-priced sparkler is simple and fresh with loads of citrus, peach and melon.",Lunetta,14,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Cavit NV Lunetta (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavit-nv-lunetta-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Cavit 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"You'll enjoy the heft and added creaminess of this fresh Prosecco Superiore. Peach blossom, white rose and almond skin emerge from the bouquet and make for an informal and friendly personality.",Extra Dry,,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Case Bianche NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/case-bianche-nv-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-172969/,Glera,,Case Bianche 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,This is a Brut Prosecco Superiore but it shows slightly more softness and sweetness than you normally get with this driest expression of the Italian sparkling wine. Peach blossom and almond skin characterize the bouquet.,Brut,15,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Sommariva NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sommariva-nv-brut-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-173851/,Glera,,Sommariva 14.5,Red,Spain,"Jammy berrry, raisin and licorice aromas lead to a chewy, somewhat raisiny palate with prune, blackberry and herbal flavors. A mild-tasting finish with raisiny chunkiness and herbal notes is consistent with the nose and palate. This is good for under $10 despite being very ripe.",,9,86,Levante,Jumilla,,Wrongo Dongo 2011 Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrongo-dongo-2011-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2011,Wrongo Dongo 12,Red,US,"Most of what this wine has to offer comes through its enchanting aromas of mint, cranberry, and toasty spice. The palate—light, delicate, and tart—can't quite deliver on this promise. Still, a varietally correct Oregon Pinot Noir at this price? Yes, please!",,14,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Windy Bay 2011 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windy-bay-2011-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Windy Bay 13,Red,US,"Fleshy red plum and cassis notes are ripe and luscious in this Hudson Valley Cab Franc. Full bodied and lush on the palate, it's framed with soft, delicate tannins and a spray of pretty violet tones.",Proprietor's Special Reserve,30,86,New York,New York Other,Hudson River Region,Millbrook 2010 Proprietor's Special Reserve Cabernet Franc (Hudson River Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millbrook-2010-proprietors-special-reserve-cabernet-franc-other-hudson-river-region/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Millbrook 14,Red,US,"A sweet scent of maple syrup hits the nose first, followed by aromas of turmeric, mocha, herb and cassis. Medium bodied, this wine has a lithe core that is surrounded by fine-grained chalky tannins. Flavors of turmeric, coffee grounds and leather add interest to the palate.",,26,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Sunset Hills 2010 Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunset-hills-2010-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Sunset Hills 13,White,Italy,"Forget industrial Pinot Grigio when Italy offers so many new tastes thanks to its enormous patrimony of indigenous grapes. This blend of Inzolia and Grillo, two of Sicily's most important white varieties, opens with citrus, honey and stone fruit.",Il Giglio,14,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Masseria del Feudo Grottarossa 2011 Il Giglio White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masseria-feudo-grottarossa-2011-il-giglio-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Masseria del Feudo Grottarossa 13,White,Italy,"A bit closed at first, this off-gold Arneis offers aromas of stone fruit, yellow rose and honey with a touch of drying mineral at the back. The mouthfeel is smooth and crisp with a touch of blanched almond on the finish.",,19,86,Piedmont,Langhe,,Livio Voghera 2010 Arneis (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-voghera-2010-italian-white-arneis-langhe/,Arneis,2010,Livio Voghera 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Riva dei Fiori shows a light and delicate quality with pretty accents of white flower, almond paste and crushed stone. This sparkler is short and snappy with a clean, bright close.",Riva dei Fiori Brut,23,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Montesel 2012 Riva dei Fiori Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montesel-2012-riva-fiori-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Montesel 12.5,Red,France,"This is a light wine, although one that preserves the structure of the vintage. Between the firmer tannins, there are juicy red cherry and berry fruits. The 20-year old vines give a touch of concentration to the solid structure.",Vieilles Vignes,27,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,,Manuel Olivier 2010 Vieilles Vignes (Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2010-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-nuits/,Pinot Noir,2010,Manuel Olivier 14,Red,Argentina,"This fruity but fresh Cabernet is a touch rustic on the nose, with leathery, earthy aromas in addition to blackberry. A creamy, round palate is likeable, while flavors of oak-driven raspberry finish with modesty and milk chocolate flavors.",Reserva,17,86,Other,Cafayate,,Quara 2011 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quara-2011-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-cafayate/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Quara 13.5,Red,US,"Fresh and fruity, with strawberry and raspberry flavors that are front and center, this easy Pinot has good acidity. The alcohol is nice and moderate, giving the wine elegance.",,19,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sebastiani 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Sebastiani 14,Red,US,"Marked by zesty acidity and powerful blackberry, cherry and currant flavors, this Cabernet leaves little to the imagination. It's a big wine, dry and tannic, whose young jamminess suggests it won't age. Drink up.",,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Schug 13,Red,US,"This medium-bodied Merlot boasts an abundance of ripe, juicy black-cherry and plum flavors, but with a shade of savory green herbs that persist on the palate. Bright acidity and soft tannins make it brisk and easy to drink.",Estate Grown,20,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 2007 Estate Grown Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2007-estate-grown-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2007,Pellegrini Vineyards 12.5,Rose,US,"Made from a blend of Merlot, Malbec and Syrah, this Blanc de Noir is peachy and ripe with fruit. Just a shade off dry, it's a straightforward, easy-drinking rosé that's perfect for summer drinking.",Blanc de Noir,24,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2011 Blanc de Noir Rosé (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2011-blanc-noir-rose-long-island-north-fork/,Rosé,2011,Comtesse Thérèse 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This easy expression of the Glera grape shows a cheerful side of citrus and melon backed by Granny Smith apple, lime and cut grass. Prosecco Superiore is the perfect choice for a hot summer afternoon thanks to its naturally cooling freshness.",Extra Dry,11,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Col de' Salici 2012 Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-salici-2012-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Col de' Salici 13.3,Rose,US,"Made from a blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah, this Best Buy is a heady combo of sweet raspberry and plum, dry and straightforward, ready to open and enjoy now as a very good quaff.",Estate,10,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Clos du Lac 2012 Estate Rosé (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-lac-2012-estate-rose-sierra-foothills/,Rosé,2012,Clos du Lac 13.5,Red,US,"Tough and gritty in the mouth, this has sandpapery, astringent tannins. While the fruit is ripe in blackberries, those tannins dominate. Barbecue will cut right through them.",,14,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,L de Lyeth 2011 Malbec (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/l-lyeth-2011-malbec-sonoma-county/,Malbec,2011,L de Lyeth 12,Dessert,US,"This dessert-style wine has notes of dried pineapple, orange peel and granulated sugar. It's sugary sweet at 14.7% residual sugar.",Late Harvest,20,86,Idaho,,,Koenig Vineyards 2011 Late Harvest Riesling,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koenig-2011-late-harvest-riesling-snake-river-valley/,Riesling,2011,Koenig Vineyards 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"From the Treviso Prosecco production area, this easy-going sparkler offers no big surprises but it does do a good job of keeping the palate refreshed. Vibrant bubbling keeps it sharp and focused.",Extra Dry,12,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Il Follo NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-follo-nv-extra-dry-prosecco-173000/,Glera,,Il Follo 13,White,US,"Soft aromas of warmed apple, lime, brioche and seltzer give way to a glossy-feeling palate that offers an intense, slightly sweet-tasting honeyed flavor. It finishes with bold notes of pie crust and toasted nut.",Joy White,17,86,Virginia,Virginia,,CrossKeys 2011 Joy White Vidal Blanc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crosskeys-2011-joy-white-other-white-vidal-blanc-virginia/,Vidal Blanc,2011,CrossKeys 13,Red,Portugal,"An obviously wood-aged wine, this is very spicy with soft tannins. It has ripe berry fruits and a dry core surrounded by fragrant acidity. This blend of Castelão, Touriga Nacional and Trincadeira is not for aging.",Vinhas Altas Reserva,10,86,Tejo,,,Caves Velhas 2012 Vinhas Altas Reserva Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-velhas-2012-vinhas-altas-reserva-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2012,Caves Velhas 13,White,France,"A clean, clear, fruity wine with a fine touch of citrus, some vanilla and a light texture. This is delicious, early-drinking Chardonnay.",Les Beluses,20,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Chardonnay,,Cave de Lugny 2010 Les Beluses (Mâcon-Chardonnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-lugny-2010-beluses-chardonnay-macon-chardonnay/,Chardonnay,2010,Cave de Lugny 12.5,White,Italy,"From the estate of Massimo Pastura, this pretty Cortese-based white opens with floral notes of honeysuckle and yellow rose backed by citrus, melon and drying mineral. There's a waxy feel in the mouth followed by balanced acidity.",Il Poggio,19,86,Piedmont,Gavi,,Cascina La Ghersa 2010 Il Poggio (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ghersa-2010-il-poggio-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2010,Cascina La Ghersa 12.5,White,Spain,"Butterscotch and candle wax aromas signal a wine in the early stages of decline. In addition, this shows dusty apple and mild citrus scents. The palate is being kept upright by citrusy acidity, while flavors of nectarine and citrus end with bready, aged notes. Drink immediately or wait for the 2012.",Limited Release,15,86,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Vionta 2011 Limited Release Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vionta-2011-limited-release-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,Vionta 12,White,Italy,"Garganega (90%) with a tiny percentage of Trebbiano is aged only in stainless steel to offer very fresh aromas of lemon, peach, white almond and honeydew melon. The wine is crisp and streamlined overall.",,14,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Villa Girardi 2011 Soave Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-girardi-2011-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2011,Villa Girardi 14,Red,US,"The oak influence is prominent at this stage, and it offers a dominant note of chocolate-mint. Tones of tobacco and dried cherry add depth to the nose. The medium- to full-bodied palate feels slack on the attack, but as the wine progresses across the palate it gains chewy firmness. It finishes with raspberry-like acidity and some warmth.",,23,86,Virginia,Monticello,,Flying Fox 2009 Petit Verdot (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-fox-2009-petit-verdot-monticello/,Petit Verdot,2009,Flying Fox 15.5,Red,US,"A fruit-forward Zinfandel, packed with briary blackberry jam, pepper, currant, bacon and cedar flavors. It's a little ripe and hot in alcohol. Drink now.",,36,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dogwood 2010 Primitivo (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dogwood-2010-zinfandel-primitivo-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Primitivo,2010,Dogwood 11,Sparkling,Italy,Bellussi Prosecco is well distributed in Italy and despite its popularity it remains one of the easiest (and perhaps least-noteworthy) expressions of Prosecco. Its aim is to please the nose with fresh fruit flavors and the palate thanks to its freshness. It does that job well.,Extra Dry,15,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bellussi NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellussi-nv-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-173259/,Glera,,Bellussi 11,Sparkling,Italy,Drusian delivers an especially creamy and rich expression of the Glera grape with soft tones of peach and grapefruit followed by crisp acidity and foamy effervescence.,Extra Dry,,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Drusian NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drusian-nv-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-173850/,Glera,,Drusian 12.5,Red,US,"This has a tame nose of red cherry and strawberry notes that are offset by a mild touch of smoked meat. Light to medium bodied, the palate feels soft and elegant. It's an easy-drinking wine that would pair well with herb-crusted veal.",,17,86,Virginia,Shenandoah Valley,,Barren Ridge 2010 Cabernet Franc (Shenandoah Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barren-ridge-2010-cabernet-franc-shenandoah-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Barren Ridge 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Meia Pipa—meaning half or small barrel—is a familiar brand in Portugal. This wine, from just south of Lisbon, is light, fruity and attractive. It has acidity, red berry fruits and a balanced tannic character. It's ready to drink.",Meia Pipa,15,86,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2009 Meia Pipa Red (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2009-meia-pipa-red-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese Red,2009,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 10,White,Portugal,"Citrus dominates this crisp, young and fruity wine. It is light, just off dry with an attractive fragrance and prickle on the tongue. Ready for drinking.",,9,86,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda 2012 White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2012-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Aveleda 15.6,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon explores the grape's leafy, herbal side—occasionally leaning into the green—with notes of green tea, carob and plump cherries added to the mix. Considering the alcohol level, it's surprisingly fresh, with the oak dialed back and grainy tannins providing the frame.",Estate Grown,22,86,Idaho,,,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 2008 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3-horse-ranch-2008-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-snake-river-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 13.5,Red,Argentina,"For a basic value-priced wine, this shows plenty of oak via marshmallow, coconut and sawdust aromas. The mouthfeel is full, chewy and a touch resiny, with black cherry, plum, blackberry and savory qualities. A simple, slightly herbal finish is the last act.",Colección Varietales,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2011 Colección Varietales Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2011-coleccion-varietales-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Bodega Norton 14.3,Red,Argentina,"At 10 years old, this is what it is. It's superripe stuff, with raisiny aromas as well as cassis notes, licorice and alfalfa. The palate is choppy and gritty feeling, with baked flavors of raisin and cassis. On the finish, it turns more tannic and hard. Drink this mature wine now.",Nicolás Granata Edición Especial Numerada,35,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Carmine Granata 2003 Nicolás Granata Edición Especial Numerada Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-carmine-granata-2003-nicolas-edicion-especial-numerada-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Bodega Carmine Granata 8,Sparkling,Italy,"Lambrusco is engineered to be one of the most food-friendly wines in Italy. The acidity, effervescence and brightness of the fruit cuts through the fat in cheesy pasta and lasagna. This expression adds delicate berry sweetness to the mix.",Nicchia,,86,Central Italy,Lambrusco di Sorbara,,Cantina di Sorbara NV Nicchia (Lambrusco di Sorbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-sorbara-nv-nicchia-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-sorbara/,Lambrusco,,Cantina di Sorbara 13,White,Argentina,"This is a clean, steady, tropical style of Pinot Grigio that offers basic apple and peach aromas. The palate feels citrusy but mild, with fresh but simple flavors of orange and vanilla.",Cool Climate Selection,14,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Argento 2012 Cool Climate Selection Pinot Grigio (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argento-2012-cool-climate-selection-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-mendoza/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Argento 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's any easy sparkling wine that opens with a pretty pink color and lively aromas of cranberry, white almond, citrus and lemon curd. A slight hint of sweetness would make this a perfect pairing partner to insalata caprese with fresh mozzarella.",Extra Dry Rosè,20,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Bacio della Luna NV Extra Dry Rosè Pinot Nero (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacio-della-luna-nv-extra-dry-rose-pinot-noir-nero-veneto/,Pinot Nero,,Bacio della Luna 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Also available in a 187-ml bottle, this refreshing sparkling wine opens with subtle tones of stone fruit and citrus with subtle sweetness on the close. The quality of the perlage is tight and sharp.",4or Extra Dry,18,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Anna Spinato 2012 4or Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anna-spinato-2012-4or-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,2012,Anna Spinato 14.2,Red,US,"This southern Rhône-style wine is soft and easy, in the way of a good Côtes du Rhône. It has ripe black cherry, red currant and herb flavors that turn a little raisiny on the finish.",Sigma Syrache,28,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Ampelos 2009 Sigma Syrache Syrah-Grenache (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ampelos-2009-sigma-syrache-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah-Grenache,2009,Ampelos 13,White,France,"Gentle and open, this is a ripe, apricot flavored wine. It has light acidity, its pleasure coming from the generous, full texture. It's ready to drink now.",Les Charmes,15,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Lugny,,Cave de Lugny 2011 Les Charmes (Mâcon-Lugny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-lugny-2011-charmes-chardonnay-macon-lugny/,Chardonnay,2011,Cave de Lugny 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,This vineyard-designate Brut sparkling wine opens with subtle tones of sweet grapefruit and lemon curd followed by softer touches of peach and honey. The creamy bubbling is followed by a touch of white pepper.,Vigna del Cuc Brut,,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Case Bianche 2012 Vigna del Cuc Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/case-bianche-2012-vigna-cuc-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Case Bianche 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkling blend of Glera, Chardonnay and Moscato with other grapes bursts open with friendly and straightforward momentum. It delivers bright aromas of peach, honey and white flower followed by soft, creamy foam.",Private Cuvée Brut,12,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Zardetto NV Private Cuvée Brut Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zardetto-nv-private-cuvee-brut-sparkling-veneto-163002/,Sparkling Blend,,Zardetto 14,Red,Spain,"This basic but good wine opens with powerful, dark and brawny berry and rubber-like aromas. The palate feels beefy and broad, with thick, pummeling tannins. Baked black-fruit flavors end short with coffee and bitter chocolate notes.",Flores de Callejo,20,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Felix Callejo 2010 Flores de Callejo (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felix-callejo-2010-flores-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2010,Felix Callejo 12.5,White,Portugal,"Fernão Pires and Arinto are blended together to yield this ripe and warm, while also poised wine. It has pear and creamed apple flavors that are shot through with orange-zest acidity. Ready to drink in six months.",Conde de Vimioso Colheita Selecionada,9,86,Tejo,,,Falua 2012 Conde de Vimioso Colheita Selecionada White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-2012-conde-vimioso-colheita-selecionada-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2012,Falua 14.5,Red,Mexico,"Most Monte Xanic wines are well made and fall into this region on our 100-point scale. This Cab-Merlot blend begins with herbal tomato aromas, leafy touches and spice notes. It's a lot like basic Bordeaux, but with a creamy feel, rubbery tannins and more overt oak. This finishes with mocha, coffee, chocolate and peppery flavors.",Cabernet Blend,23,86,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Monte Xanic 2011 Cabernet Blend Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-xanic-2011-cabernet-blend-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-valle-guadalupe/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2011,Monte Xanic 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes higher in alcohol than the official reading of 14.5% abv, with some heat accompanying the raisin, cassis and sweet oak flavors. Doesn't conform to Ridge's house style, but it is a solid interpretation of Paso Robles Zinfandel. Drink now.",Benito Dusi Ranch,30,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ridge 2011 Benito Dusi Ranch Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2011-benito-dusi-ranch-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2011,Ridge 13,Red,US,"A bit of a disappointment, given the excellence of the winery's 2010 vineyard designates. Tart cranberry fruit carries a whiff of saddle leather, and finishes with a fair amount of leafy herbal notes. It's sealed with screwcap, so decanting it would be a good idea if you plan to drink it soon.",Reserve,38,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Raptor Ridge 2010 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raptor-ridge-2010-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Raptor Ridge 14.1,Red,US,"You can taste the chilliness of the vintage in two ways in this elegant, dry wine. It's very acidic, and it's also a little green, with a minty edge to the strawberries and raspberries. Drink up.",Durell Vineyard,50,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Dunstan 2010 Durell Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunstan-2010-durell-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Dunstan 13,White,France,"This is a warm, honey- and apple-flavored wine. It's fresh and full in the mouth with tight mineral acidity. It could well age a year or two, but is ready to drink now.",,17,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Chardonnay,,Domaine Talmard 2011 Mâcon-Chardonnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-talmard-2011-chardonnay-macon-chardonnay/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Talmard 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's an easy-drinking Soave Classico that opens with fresh fruit, citrus and a dusty touch of mineral at the back. Crisp and bright, it would pair with light summer meals.",,15,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Coffele 2011 Soave Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coffele-2011-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2011,Coffele 12.5,White,US,"A Clarksburg Chenin that does its region proud, this is invitingly floral, with a thick, viscous imprint of pear and fig and just slightly sweet at 1.1% residual sugar.",,16,86,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Clarksburg Wine Company 2011 Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarksburg-wine-company-2011-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Clarksburg Wine Company 14.2,White,US,"A moderately aromatic Viognier with notes of peach, citrus, and flowers. At 1% residual sugar, it's off-dry, with neutral-oak aging contributing to the rich, full feel.",Off-Dry,18,86,Idaho,,,Cinder 2011 Off-Dry Viognier,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinder-2011-off-dry-viognier-snake-river-valley/,Viognier,2011,Cinder 12.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a great deal from central Italy. Dark with mature fruit and spice, this easy red wine would pair with pork or white meat. It offers a pleasing touch of rich sweetness on the close.",Dorian,11,86,Central Italy,Emilia,,Torre Fornello 2011 Dorian Red (Emilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-fornello-2011-dorian-red-emilia/,Red Blend,2011,Torre Fornello 14.1,Red,US,"This is a moderately aromatic, Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant, Bordeaux-style blend, with notes of cedar, char and cherry. It's lighter in style, with tart cranberry and cherry flavors.",Reserve Arena Valley Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Malbec-Cabernet Franc,25,86,Idaho,,,Snake River 2009 Reserve Arena Valley Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Malbec-Cabernet Franc Red,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snake-river-2009-reserve-arena-valley-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-malbec-cabernet-franc-red-snake-river-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Snake River 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a sweet, floral touch at the open that is followed by peach nectar and lemon mousse. Small percentages of Bianchetta and Verdiso grapes give the wine a softer, plusher performance in the mouth.",Anno Zero Extra Dry,18,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Valdellövo NV Anno Zero Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdellovo-nv-anno-zero-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Valdellövo 12.5,White,Italy,Soave Classico is a wonderful wine to wash down grilled shrimp or spicy foods from Vietnam or Thailand. This expression shows bright aromas of lemon grass and lime with endnotes of melon and a white peach.,Vigneti di Monteforte,16,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Santi 2011 Vigneti di Monteforte (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santi-2011-vigneti-monteforte-white-soave-classico/,White Blend,2011,Santi 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Brut Prosecco Superiore shows a tight embroidery of white flower, almond and citrus aromas. The wine is simple and clean on the finish with a drying mineral touch on the close.",Matiú Brut,24,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,L'Antica Quercia 2012 Matiú Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantica-quercia-2012-matiu-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,L'Antica Quercia 14,White,US,"The sourcing on Landmark's Overlook bottling has changed constantly over the years. This 2011 is certainly rich in pineapples, nectarines, tangerines, Meyer lemons and smoky oak. It reflects the popular Chardonnay appetite.",Overlook,25,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Landmark 2011 Overlook Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-2011-overlook-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Landmark 12.5,White,US,"Rich in apricot, orange and tropical fruits, with buttered toast, honey and creamy lees flavors, this Chardonnay leaves nothing to the imagination. It's flashy and forward, yet has enough acid and mineral balance to give it interest.",Spirit Hawk,15,86,California,California Other,California,Lander-Jenkins 2011 Spirit Hawk Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lander-jenkins-2011-spirit-hawk-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Lander-Jenkins 11,Sparkling,Italy,Simple fruit and citrus flavors segue to soft layers of creamy mousse and tangerine. This playful Italian sparkler would taste great next to toasted bread with smoked salmon appetizers or grilled shrimp.,Extra Dry,16,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,La Farra NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-farra-nv-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-172948/,Glera,,La Farra 11,Sparkling,Italy,"A soft note of peach nectar or apricot gives this wine rounder, more generous appeal. Most Prosecco Superiore is executed in an Extra Dry style which means the sparkler has just enough sugar to feel plush and creamy.",Millesimato Rive di Farra di Soligo Extra Dry,18,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,La Farra 2012 Millesimato Rive di Farra di Soligo Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farra-2012-millesimato-rive-di-soligo-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,La Farra 14,Red,Portugal,"A firmly tannic wine, bringing out its cool climate origin. But the wine does have weight and the potential for showing black fruits and dark-plum skins, as well as a dry character. Keep for another year.",Mina Velha,10,86,Lisboa,,,Quinta de S. Sebastião 2010 Mina Velha Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-sao-sebastiao-2010-mina-velha-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2010,Quinta de S. Sebastião 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Mionetto is a steady producer of clean, easy-drinking sparkling wine that is consistent and fun to drink year in and year out. This expression is ripe with sweet peach and lime.",Extra Dry,18,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Mionetto NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-173839/,Glera,,Mionetto 11,Sparkling,Italy,Here's a simple sparkling wine that delivers subtle tones of peach and stone fruit with a thin and transparent appearance. This expression does a nice job of presenting sweet fruit tones against fresh acidity.,Colbelo Extra Dry,26,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Merotto NV Colbelo Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merotto-nv-colbelo-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-172983/,Glera,,Merotto 14.7,White,US,"Massively rich and ripe, a big, glamorous Chard that caters to the contemporary style. It's front-loaded with white sugar, tropical fruit and oak flavors. Sometimes less is more.",Journey,75,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Matanzas Creek 2011 Journey Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2011-journey-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Matanzas Creek 13,Red,US,"Intensely ripe, almost pulpy black fruit lends a soft, easy feel to this richly textured Cabernet Franc. It's a tad clunky on the palate, but bright acidity and savory herbaceousness add elegance to the finish.",,25,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,T'Jara 2010 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tjara-2010-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2010,T'Jara 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Traditionally, Prosecco sparkling wines were executed in a dry style, which means they have enough sweetness to change the aromatic profile and softness of the mouthfeel. Indeed, fresh peach and apricot emerge from the bouquet and the wine feels round and creamy overall.",Millesimato Dry,17,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Terre di San Venanzio Fortunato 2012 Millesimato Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-san-venanzio-fortunato-2012-millesimato-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Terre di San Venanzio Fortunato 13.5,Red,Spain,"Basic plum, raspberry and leather aromas are good but not fancy or special. This is narrow and punchy on the palate, with hard tannins and pointy acidity. Roasted red-fruit flavors come with a woody accent, while the finish is oaky, dry and short on flavor. Drink now.",Reserva,,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Cerrada 2008 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cerrada-2008-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Viña Cerrada 14,Rose,US,"A bold, candy cherry pink shade, this carries crisp apple flavors into a bone dry, rather tart middle. It's young and still pulling itself together, but chill it down and it should liven up a mid-summer deck party.",,20,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Raptor Ridge 2012 Rosé (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raptor-ridge-2012-rose-willamette-valley/,Rosé,2012,Raptor Ridge 13.5,Red,US,"This is an easy wine to drink now. There's some real elegance, with brisk acidity and fine tannins framing sour cherry and cranberry fruit. The silky texture is pure Pinot Noir.",Into the Fog,25,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Storyteller 2011 Into the Fog Pinot Noir (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storyteller-2011-into-fog-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2011,Storyteller 13,White,Portugal,"A soft, gentle wine, this is clean and purely fruity. With ripe pear and apple flavors, it gets a tang of lemon acidity. It's already drinkable, but could age for several more months.",Arinto,14,86,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Chocapalha 2010 Arinto Arinto (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-chocapalha-2010-arinto-portuguese-white-arinto-lisboa/,Arinto,2010,Quinta de Chocapalha 14.5,White,US,"Fires on all cylinders, with massive tropical fruit, peach and green apple fruit, enriched with sweet, smoky, vanilla-accented oak. The malolactic fermentation gives it a creamy, buttered-popcorn richness. It's rich and appealing in the modern style.",Estate,22,86,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Rodney Strong 2011 Estate Chardonnay (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2011-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Chardonnay,2011,Rodney Strong 19,Dessert,US,"This 100% Petite Sirah is very, very sweet. When the palate experiences this much concentrated brown sugar and caramel, it exults. The problem is that sweetness is pretty much all there is. You'll find blackberry jam and chocolate.",Royal Escort Paladini Vineyard,72,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Prager 2007 Royal Escort Paladini Vineyard Port (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2007-royal-escort-paladini-vineyard-port-blend-port-napa-valley/,Port,2007,Prager 14.4,White,US,"A Viognier vibrant in pear with a suggestion of coconut flake that's medium in weight and not overly wrought, Sobon's version is a good value at $16, fine, simple and fragrant in melon and orange rind, a taste of oak on the finish.",,16,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2012 Viognier (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2012-viognier-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Viognier,2012,Sobon Estate 13.5,Red,Italy,"MorAle offers tight and simple fruit tones with raspberry, blueberry and red rose petal. The mouthfeel is simple and clean with balanced freshness on the close.",MorAle,14,86,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Poderi Morini 2011 MorAle (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-morini-2011-morale-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2011,Poderi Morini 14,Red,Italy,"This easy blend of Sangiovese (80%) and Merlot offers fresh cherry and dried raspberry notes with touches of spice and leather, but only in distant shadings at the back. The mouthfeel is crisp and tart.",Olivi,22,86,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,Le Buche 2010 Olivi (Chianti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-buche-2010-olivi-sangiovese-chianti-superiore/,Sangiovese,2010,Le Buche 13.5,Red,US,"Good price for a Cabernet this rich and fruity. It's dry, tannic and full-bodied, with blackberry, black currant, dark chocolate and oak flavors made for drinking now.",Spirit Hawk,15,86,California,California Other,California,Lander-Jenkins 2010 Spirit Hawk Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lander-jenkins-2010-spirit-hawk-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Lander-Jenkins 13.5,White,Italy,"This is a 100% unoaked Chardonnay that opens with bright tones of citrus, banana and pineapple. There's a fresh acidic kick at the end.",È 100 Per Cento Unoaked,11,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Orion Wine 2011 È 100 Per Cento Unoaked Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orion-wine-2011-e-100-per-cento-unoaked-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2011,Orion Wine 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Bright, sharp and easy citrus aromas open the bouquet of this Extra Dry expression. The wine seems to hold back in terms of intensity, but it certainly delivers freshness followed by smooth, creamy mousse.",Millesimato Black Bottle Extra Dry,20,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Val d'Oca 2012 Millesimato Black Bottle Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-doca-2012-millesimato-black-bottle-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Val d'Oca 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a pure expression of Barbera from central Italy that offers sharp acidity backed by cranberry, tart berry and cherry liqueur. Pair this wine with cannelloni in Béchamel sauce.",Foriere,20,86,Central Italy,Colli Bolognesi,,La Mancina 2009 Foriere Barbera (Colli Bolognesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mancina-2009-foriere-barbera-colli-bolognesi/,Barbera,2009,La Mancina 13.1,White,US,"This is an aromatic, sweet smelling Riesling with notes of ripe peach and honeysuckle. Though labeled as dry, at 1.86% residual sugar it drinks almost medium-sweet. Misdirection aside, it provides good value.",Dry,10,86,Idaho,,,Williamson Vineyard 2011 Dry Riesling,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williamson-vineyard-2011-dry-riesling-snake-river-valley/,Riesling,2011,Williamson Vineyard 14.5,Red,US,"The nose on this Petit Verdot is high-pitched, marked by some volatility. It offers notes of spiced cherry, herb and baguette, plus touches of raisin and fig. Concentrated and pliant, the palate bears dusty tannins, bright acids and alcoholic warmth. The medium-long finish features flavors of baking spice and turmeric.",Reseve,33,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Ingleside 2007 Reseve Petit Verdot (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ingleside-2007-reseve-petit-verdot-virginia/,Petit Verdot,2007,Ingleside 17.9,Dessert,US,"Very high in alcohol, nearly 18% abv, which gives the sweet blackberry, blueberry and chocolate flavors some heat. It lacks some complexity, and is too soft for development, but it's luscious. Drink up.",Zintage,39,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kasuari 2007 Zintage Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kasuari-2007-zintage-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Kasuari 13.5,Rose,Mexico,"This pink wine is made from Grenache grapes. It's fresh, clean and spunky on the nose, with good acidity cutting into what would otherwise be a thick body. Flavors of plum, cherry and citrus make this a solid rosado from Mexico.",Calixa,17,86,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Monte Xanic 2012 Calixa Rosado (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-xanic-2012-calixa-rose-rosado-valle-guadalupe/,Rosado,2012,Monte Xanic 12,White,Italy,"This blend of Chardonnay (70%) and Sauvignon opens with a touch of bitter almond followed by peach, apricot and pineapple. Warm climate characteristics of smooth, creamy fruit are definitely evident in this white wine from coastal Tuscany.",Braccale,19,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Jacopo Biondi-Santi 2011 Braccale White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacopo-biondi-santi-2011-braccale-white-toscana/,White Blend,2011,Jacopo Biondi-Santi 12.5,White,Portugal,"A smooth, creamy textured wine that has both citrus and richer tropical fruits. Pineapple and lemon mingle with a more zesty acidity to give a fruity wine that could age for a few months.",Marquês de Borba Branco,15,86,Alentejo,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2012 Marquês de Borba Branco White (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2012-marques-borba-branco-white-alentejo/,Portuguese White,2012,J. Portugal Ramos 14,Red,Portugal,"This is a densely tannic wine, very ripe and concentrated. It is perfumed, rich, and blackberry fruited, showing the character of Touriga Nacional, but in an exaggerated form. Age the wine for at least two more years.",Solista,,86,Alentejano,,,Adega Mayor 2010 Solista Touriga Nacional (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-mayor-2010-solista-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-alentejano/,Touriga Nacional,2010,Adega Mayor 5,Sparkling,Italy,Musky notes of dried sage and white flower are followed by aromas of white peach and almond skin. There's a touch of white pepper on the close that gives the wine extra lift and intensity. The wine ends with a delicate touch of peach sweetness.,Ferlingot,13,86,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Arbiola 2011 Ferlingot (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbiola-2011-ferlingot-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2011,Arbiola 15.2,Red,US,"This easy wine offers a rainbow of fruits—raspberries, cherries, blackberries and plums—that wash over the palate rich as jam, with a veneer of caramelized oak. Tasty, if a little one dimensional, and hot in alcohol.",7200 Range 30 West,40,86,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Foxen 2010 7200 Range 30 West Merlot-Cabernet Franc (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2010-7200-range-30-west-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-franc-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Merlot-Cabernet Franc,2010,Foxen 13,White,US,"A little on the ripe side, with honey-infused grapefruit and mango fruit flavors. But the acidity is crisp and refreshing, making for a balanced, cocktail-style sipper.",Barney's Heritage Cuvée,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hawkstone 2012 Barney's Heritage Cuvée Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkstone-2012-barneys-heritage-cuvee-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Hawkstone 14.4,White,US,"This is tight to the point of being shut down. Scents of skin phenolics suggest pear and apple fruit, but there's little flesh on these bones, and the wine stubbornly refuses to open up, even after several hours of breathing time.",,26,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Hawks View 2011 Chardonnay (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawks-view-2011-chardonnay-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Chardonnay,2011,Hawks View 16.2,Red,US,"This high altitude vineyard reliably produces enormously ripe fruit with correspondingly giant alcohol and tannin levels. The palate is full of chocolate-covered raisin and blackberry jam flavors, but it's a little over the top.",Bismark Mountain Vineyard,53,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanna 2010 Bismark Mountain Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2010-bismark-mountain-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Hanna 14,Red,Spain,"Leathery berry aromas are wiry and come with a hit of lemony oak. The palate is tightly focused by staunch acids, while flavors of tart berry, red plum, oak spice and pepper end with scouring bite and a note of anise. This is 85% Tempranillo with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.",Reserva,21,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Finca Albret 2008 Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-albret-2008-reserva-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Finca Albret 12,White,Italy,"Easy, fresh and delightful, pair this lively Soave with fried calamari or sardines. The wine offers easy aromas of citrus, tangerine, yellow flower and melon. The mouthfeel is silky and fresh.",,13,86,Veneto,Soave,,Corte Adami 2012 Soave,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-adami-2012-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2012,Corte Adami 12,White,Italy,"Bocara is a simple rendition of the Garganega grape that shows easy lines and bright tones of lemon rind, tangerine skin and honeydew melon. There's a fatty, or waxy element to the mouthfeel that is followed by bright acidity.",Bocara,18,86,Veneto,Gambellara Classico,,Domenico Cavazza 2011 Bocara (Gambellara Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domenico-cavazza-2011-bocara-italian-white-garganega-gambellara-classico/,Garganega,2011,Domenico Cavazza 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Colutta is a fun and consistent producer from northeast Italy who works with a long list of indigenous grapes. This sparkling Ribolla Gialla is redolent of exotic spice, stone fruit and dried herb. There's a very perky and sharp quality to the close.",Brut,28,86,,Friuli Venezia Giulia,,Colutta NV Brut Ribolla Gialla (Friuli Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colutta-nv-brut-italian-white-ribolla-gialla-friuli-venezia-giulia/,Ribolla Gialla,,Colutta 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"You'll love the easy, slightly sweet approach of this fresh Prosecco Superiore from the famed Cartizze cru. White flower, mineral and sweet peach appear on the foamy finish.",Dry,22,86,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Colesel NV Dry (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colesel-nv-dry-italian-white-glera-valdobbiadene-superiore-cartizze/,Glera,,Colesel 13.5,Red,Spain,"This Navarran blend opens with spicy raspberry and red currant aromas. The palate is sharp, prickly and edgy in feel, with flavors of cherry tomato, herbs and racy red fruits. The hot, scratchy finish can probably best be tamed with food.",Viña Rubican Crianza,14,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Corellanas 2008 Viña Rubican Crianza Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-corellanas-2008-vina-rubican-crianza-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2008,Bodegas Corellanas 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's the quintessential Soave Classico that veers on the side of informality and easy-drinking appeal. The wine is redolent of white peach, citrus and Golden Delicious apple.",Capocolle,15,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Cantine Lenotti di Lenotti 2011 Capocolle (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-lenotti-lenotti-2011-capocolle-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2011,Cantine Lenotti di Lenotti 13.8,Red,US,"With brown sugar notes giving the raspberries and cherries a candied sweetness, this Pinot is ready to drink now. It has fine acidity and a delicate, silky texture.",,30,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bewitched 2010 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bewitched-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bewitched 12.5,White,US,"Notes of honeyed nut and yellow apple fill the nose, with traces of tropical fruit and white flower adding interest. The palate is light to medium bodied, and it offers fresh acidity. While the wine doesn't exude Viognier's exotic, voluptuous traits, it demonstrates the grape's restrained, elegant side.",,22,86,Virginia,Shenandoah Valley,,Barren Ridge 2011 Viognier (Shenandoah Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barren-ridge-2011-viognier-shenandoah-valley/,Viognier,2011,Barren Ridge 13,Red,Italy,"Organic vintner Mauro Drocco presents a tangy and spicy red wine with cassis, red currant and cured meat. It ends with freshness but also some candied fruit.",Sorì Bric Camparo,23,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Diano d'Alba,,Camparo 2010 Sorì Bric Camparo (Dolcetto di Diano d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camparo-2010-sori-bric-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-diano-dalba/,Dolcetto,2010,Camparo 14,Red,Portugal,"This simple, ripe and fruity wine is destined for early drinking. It has rich dark plum fruits, a sprinkling of tannins and a fine juicy character. Very ready to drink now.",Alabastro Reserva,10,86,Alentejano,,,Caves Aliança 2010 Alabastro Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2010-alabastro-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2010,Caves Aliança 12.5,Red,Italy,This is a delightfully fresh and informal Sangiovese with pretty tones of cherry and blueberry backed by a tight mouthfeel and fresh acidity. Lingering tones of ginger and cola appear on the streamlined finish.,Le More,16,86,Central Italy,Romagna,,Castelluccio 2011 Le More Sangiovese (Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelluccio-2011-le-more-sangiovese-romagna/,Sangiovese,2011,Castelluccio 13.9,Red,US,"Finding a good Anderson Valley Pinot Noir for under $25 is no easy feat and so this Husch bottling is impressive in delivering a fairly good experience for the price. A tad chewy still, with an oaky presence, it shows dark, ripe strawberry and mushroom-y flavors and finishes with some spice.",,23,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Husch 2010 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2010-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Husch 13.8,Red,US,"This is David Hill winemaker Jason Bull's own label, and it offers excellent Pinot Noir character at a moderate price. Round and fruity, with toasty highlights, this is a mix of strawberries, light coffee and cream flavors, with excellent persistence.",,25,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Zimri Cellars 2009 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zimri-cellars-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Zimri Cellars 13.9,Red,Mexico,"Cascabel means “rattlesnake,” and this one bites with rich, heady, raisiny aromas that suggest a slightly cooked, hot wine. Raspberry, plum, spice and salty notes define the flavor profile, while licorice, dry spice and heat show up on the racy finish of this full-bodied striker.",Cascabel,49,87,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Vinisterra 2007 Cascabel Red (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinisterra-2007-cascabel-red-valle-guadalupe/,Red Blend,2007,Vinisterra 13.5,White,Italy,"Ferdi is an innovative expression of Garganega that is partially made with air-dried grapes for extra aromatic intensity and is also aged on the lees for a creamy mouthfeel and texture. Indeed, there is more pulp here and the wine shows pretty mineral notes at the back.",Ferdi,16,87,Veneto,Veronese,,Sartori 2011 Ferdi Garganega (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2011-ferdi-italian-white-garganega-veronese/,Garganega,2011,Sartori 14.2,White,US,"From estate grown Marsanne (67%) and Viognier (22%), with the remainder Roussanne (11%), Campovida's Campo di Blanca is tight in acidity, with lemon, honey and melon standing out. Floral and medium-bodied, the finish rounds out with a tease of ginger.",Campo di Blanca,35,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Campovida 2012 Campo di Blanca White (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campovida-2012-campo-blanca-white-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Rhône-style White Blend,2012,Campovida 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a plump Vino Nobile that delivers red currant and cola on the nose followed by meaty tones of smoked bacon and leather. In the mouth, the wine feels crisp and lean with moderate intensity.",Leone d'Oro Figli d'Italia,24,87,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 2009 Leone d'Oro Figli d'Italia (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vecchia-cantina-montepulciano-2009-leone-doro-figli-ditalia-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2009,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 13.2,Red,US,"Fragrant on the nose, with delicate violet notes accenting black cherry and savory herbs, this is a ripe, densely structured Cabernet Franc that's easy to enjoy now. The palate is intensely juicy, with tart red-cherry flavor and soft, feathery tannins that extend through the finish.",Gabby's,43,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Roanoke Vineyards 2010 Gabby's Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roanoke-2010-gabbys-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Roanoke Vineyards 13,White,US,"Aged in stainless steel, this single-vineyard Viognier is aromatic and appealing, with notes of fresh flowers, peach and lees. It's off-dry, medium bodied, with a textured feel and light fruit flavors.",Steelhead Run Vineyard,19,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Quady North 2011 Steelhead Run Vineyard Viognier (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-north-2011-steelhead-run-vineyard-viognier-southern-rogue-valley/,Viognier,2011,Quady North 14,Red,Italy,"Dark fruit and astringent tannins make for a bold and hearty first impression. This Sangiovese Riserva opens with a dark inky color and delivers aromas of prune, plum, cola, tar and old spice. Pair it with aged Pecorino cheese.",Il Nespoli Riserva,25,87,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Poderi dal Nespoli 1929 2010 Il Nespoli Riserva (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-dal-nespoli-1929-2010-il-riserva-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,1929,Poderi dal Nespoli 1929 12.5,Sparkling,US,"High-toned lemon aromas are accented by citrus rind and mushroom notes in this bright, crisp Chardonnay sparkler. It's initially quite bold on the attack, but settles to a delicate mousse that lingers on the palate with concentrated lemon flavor.",,40,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Waters Crest NV Sparkling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-crest-nv-sparkling-long-island-north-fork/,Sparkling Blend,,Waters Crest 14.5,Red,US,"A rich, mid-weight red blend of 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Petit Verdot, 23% Malbec and 5% Petite Sirah, Murrieta Well's The Spur is balanced, soft in tannins and makes for a tasty midweek wine.",The Spur,25,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Murrieta's Well 2010 The Spur Red (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murrietas-well-2010-spur-red-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Murrieta's Well 11.8,White,Mexico,"The nose on this Sauvignon Blanc is chunky and shows hints of corn and baked apple. The body is in good shape, as proper acidity offsets any fat in the wine. Melony flavors match the texture, and there's some notorious Baja saltiness to the finish. This is definitely a food wine.",Emblema,28,87,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Paralelo 2012 Emblema Sauvignon Blanc (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paralelo-2012-emblema-sauvignon-blanc-valle-guadalupe/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Paralelo 12.5,Rose,US,"Hints of savory herbs accent pretty peach and blossom aromas in this dry but fruity Merlot rosé. It's elegantly structured, with moderate alcohol and crisp acidity balanced out by a lush, rounded mouthfeel.",Merlot,20,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 2012 Merlot Rosé (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-2012-merlot-rose-long-island-north-fork/,Rosé,2012,Palmer 13.1,Red,US,"A bit exuberant in the nose, with luscious notes of cherry pie and sweet spice, this Merlot is surprisingly lean on the palate, with crisp red-fruit flavors balanced by fresh acidity and soft, delicate tannins. It's a juicy, easy-drinking wine that's nicely balanced.",Estate Reserve,48,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,One Woman 2008 Estate Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/one-woman-2008-estate-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2008,One Woman 12.5,White,France,"Manuel Olivier has an obvious interest in this lesser-known white grape. And with this wine— fresh, crisp, lively—he brings out all the green apple and bright, nervy acidity.",,15,87,Burgundy,Bourgogne Aligoté,,Manuel Olivier 2010 Bourgogne Aligoté,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2010-other-white-aligote-bourgogne-aligote/,Aligoté,2010,Manuel Olivier 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Ruio Brut is a simple and clean Prosecco Superiore that offers peach, citrus and crushed mineral. The effervescence is soft and foamy but the finish is dryer than most Italian sparklers from the general Prosecco category.",Ruio Brut,,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Malibràn 2012 Ruio Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malibran-2012-ruio-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Malibràn 14,White,Italy,"This blend of Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Incrocio Manzoni and Chiavennasca (another name for Nebbiolo, but in this case the red variety is vinified as a white wine) originates in Sondrio, in the far north of Italy. The nose is indeed slightly muddled but the wine does deliver cool climate tones of white peach and fragrant flower.",Ca' Brione,35,87,Lombardy,Valtellina,,Nino Negri 2011 Ca' Brione (Valtellina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nino-negri-2011-ca-brione-white-valtellina/,White Blend,2011,Nino Negri 14,White,Argentina,"Mild citrus, bath oil and tropical fruit aromas set up a citrusy palate with good but pithy flavors of orange, grapefruit and lime. Unlike French Viognier, this is distinctly citric, almost like Sauvignon Blanc.",,13,87,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Mil Piedras 2012 Viognier (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mil-piedras-2012-viognier-uco-valley/,Viognier,2012,Mil Piedras 14,Red,Italy,"This Nebbiolo d'Alba offers remarkable freshness of its fruit flavors that come off as cherry, raspberry and plum. It's an easy, straightforward wine with a very approachable drinking style. The wine shows the informal and playful side of Piedmont's most noble grape.",Accerto,18,87,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Giribaldi 2009 Accerto (Nebbiolo d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giribaldi-2009-accerto-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2009,Giribaldi 14.8,Red,US,"This Cab shows how ripe the Happy Canyon area can get grapes even in a cool vintage. The wine brims with red cherry, currant and licorice flavors that are, in a word, delicious. It's adequate in acidity, but is a little candied. Drink now.",7200 Vogelzang Vineyard,54,87,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Foxen 2010 7200 Vogelzang Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2010-7200-vogelzang-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Foxen 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Tightly linked to its territory of origin, this vineyard specific Extra Dry sparkler is fresh and zesty in the mouth with soft perlage and loads of melon and white peach to keep up the momentum.",Strada di Guia 109 Extra Dry,18,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Foss Marai NV Strada di Guia 109 Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foss-marai-nv-strada-di-guia-109-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-166580/,Glera,,Foss Marai 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a well-focused and sharp Brut sparkler with tart citrus tones followed by white peach, dried sage and crushed white stone. It's an easy-going Prosecco Superiore with a firm, steely quality in the mouth.",Strada di Guia 109 Brut,18,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Foss Marai NV Strada di Guia 109 Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foss-marai-nv-strada-di-guia-109-brut-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-166581/,Glera,,Foss Marai 15.1,Red,Argentina,"This Malbec-Tannat blend from northern Argentina is hard and raisiny on the nose, with ripeness but not much elegance. The palate is rough and tannic, with stewy flavors and raisiny notes. A finish with baked fruit flavors, herbal leanings and leather is classic Cafayate.",Felix Blend,80,87,Other,Cafayate,,Felix Lavaque 2007 Felix Blend Malbec-Tannat (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felix-lavaque-2007-blend-red-blend-malbec-tannat-cafayate/,Malbec-Tannat,2007,Felix Lavaque 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This dry Prosecco Superiore opens with easy aromas of peach and white flower followed by sweet cream and fresh lemon or lime. The style dictates a touch of sweetness in the mouth and although this Italian sparkler does deliver that, the wine is light and refreshing overall.",Prima Volta Millesimato Dry,18,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Giavi 2012 Prima Volta Millesimato Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giavi-2012-prima-volta-millesimato-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Giavi 13,White,Italy,"Nascetta is the Italian white wine of the moment and it makes its roots in the Piedmont region of northern Italy. This expression is aged (30%) in oak and shows grand structure and endurance backed by melon, peach and crushed mineral.",Anas-Cëtta,33,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Elvio Cogno 2011 Anas-Cëtta Nascetta (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elvio-cogno-2011-anas-cetta-italian-white-nascetta-langhe/,Nascetta,2011,Elvio Cogno 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This elegant bottle (both in terms of content and presentation) would make an excellent option for an aperitivo or could pair with summer salads or seafood lunches. Citrus, drying mineral and honey make for textbook Prosecco perfection.",Extra Dry,16,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Conte Collalto NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conte-collalto-nv-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-173255/,Glera,,Conte Collalto 12.5,Red,US,"Aged entirely in new French oak, this is an unabashedly juicy, decadently spiced Merlot that's rich with vanilla and black-cherry pie flavors. Structurally, it's quite refined, with fresh acidity and soft, feathery tannins that linger.",Château Reserve,30,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2006 Château Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2006-chateau-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2006,Comtesse Thérèse 5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a tasty and generous Moscato d'Asti that opens with plush aromas of honey, peach syrup, white flower and fragrant exotic fruit. There's a nice sensation of fullness and creaminess in the mouth that is backed by the foamy effervescence of this sparkling dessert wine.",Moncalvina,15,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Coppo 2011 Moncalvina (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coppo-2011-moncalvina-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2011,Coppo 14.4,White,US,"A big, oaky, rich Chardonnay, made in the popular style, with that inimitable California ripeness from the warm sun. Floods the mouth with pineapple and mango jam, buttered toast, buttered popcorn and vanilla flavors, balanced with brisk acidity and set in a creamy framework.",,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Castello di Amorosa 2011 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-amorosa-2011-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Castello di Amorosa 13,Red,US,"Whiffs of leather and black pepper add complexity to concentrated black-fruit flavors in this bold yet surprisingly finessed Merlot. Tannins are a shade grippy and unripe, but add structure and power.",,18,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Coffee Pot Cellars 2008 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coffee-pot-cellars-2008-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2008,Coffee Pot Cellars 12.5,White,US,"Fragrant and floral, this mix of 85% Chenin Blanc and 15% Viognier is soft and light, in alcohol (12.5%) and texture. With flavors of white peach and a subtle tropical streak, with good minerality, it's a nice sipping wine or a good find with Asian food.",,16,87,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Clarksburg Wine Company 2011 Chenin Blanc-Viognier (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarksburg-wine-company-2011-white-blend-chenin-blanc-viognier-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc-Viognier,2011,Clarksburg Wine Company 14.9,Red,US,"While this is a very rich, ripe Cabernet, made solidly in the Napa style, something about it suggests drinking over the next 3–4 years. The blackberry, cassis and chocolate flavors are delicious and complex, and the tannins are very fine.",,50,87,California,Napa,Calistoga,Barlow 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barlow-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Barlow 13,White,Italy,"Here is a ripe and creamy blend of Garganega, Chardonnay and Sauvignon that offers slightly oxidized aromas of butterscotch, caramel and apricot. At the back, the wine delivers toasted almond and candied fruit.",San Vincenzo,15,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Anselmi 2011 San Vincenzo White (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anselmi-2011-san-vincenzo-white-veneto/,White Blend,2011,Anselmi 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Available at an attractive, low price this finely balanced and cheerful Prosecco Superior shows nicely fragrant exotic fruit and yellow rose. The creamy quality of its perlage and mouthfeel give this sparkler a competitive edge.",Vigneto Dirupo Extra Dry,16,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Andreola 2012 Vigneto Dirupo Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreola-2012-vigneto-dirupo-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Andreola 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,This Prosecco Superiore from the Cartizze cru is characterized by extra richness and density in the mouth. Soft layers of peach and melon are followed by soft foam and mousse.,Dry,37,87,Veneto,Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze,,Andreola 2012 Dry (Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreola-2012-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco-superiore-cartizze/,Glera,2012,Andreola 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Using the recently created Rive designation (Rive refers to a vineyard cru within the greater Conegliano-Valdobbiadene appellation), this special Brut sparkler is elegant and steely with firm, steady perlage and aromas of citrus, sage and talc powder.",Montagnole Brut Rive di S. Stefano,23,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bortolotti 2011 Montagnole Brut Rive di S. Stefano (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolotti-2011-montagnole-brut-rive-s-stefano-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2011,Bortolotti 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A lean but crisp mouthfeel characterizes this vintage-dated Prosecco Superiore. The wine shows simple tones of white flower, crushed stone and white almond. The effervescence feels tight and clean.",Villa Luigia Millesimato Extra Dry,18,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Il Follo 2012 Villa Luigia Millesimato Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-follo-2012-villa-luigia-millesimato-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Il Follo 14,White,Italy,"A spicy note of cinnamon or bitter almond opens the nose of this tangy Soave. In the mouth, it delivers layers of stone fruit, honey, pineapple and pear. Pair this vineyard-designate white with roasted eggplant in curry sauce. The high alcohol does stand out.",Campo le Calle,18,87,Veneto,Soave,,Latium di Morini 2011 Campo le Calle (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latium-morini-2011-campo-le-calle-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2011,Latium di Morini 14.5,Red,US,"Jigar makes Cabernets to drink now, and this accomplishes that intent. The wine is firmly tannic, with jammy flavors of blackberries and cherries and the herbaceousness that Alexander Valley Cabs so often show.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Jigar 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jigar-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Jigar 14,Red,Italy,This thin and savory wine from the Colli di Parma appellation in central Italy offers bright spice and leather with subtle tones of cassis and dried prune. Pair it with homemade pasta or ravioli with ricotta cheese.,Vigna del Guasto,19,87,Central Italy,Emilia-Romagna,,Lamoretti 2008 Vigna del Guasto Red (Emilia-Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamoretti-2008-vigna-guasto-red-emilia-romagna/,Red Blend,2008,Lamoretti 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a very unusual Italian sparkler made from the Garganega grape that is usually used to make the fresh and crisp wines of Soave. In this case, the wine's lively perlage makes for a soft and creamy mouthfeel backed by peach and lemon mousse. The fruit is organic.",Villa Buri Brut Millesimato,28,87,Veneto,Veneto,,La Cappuccina 2008 Villa Buri Brut Millesimato Garganega (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cappuccina-2008-villa-buri-brut-millesimato-italian-white-garganega-veneto/,Garganega,2008,La Cappuccina 15,Red,US,"Robust and rustic, this is a full-bodied Italian-inspired red blend, indicative of its varieties which range from Carignane and old-vine Zinfandel to old-vine Petite Sirah, Mataro, old-vine Black Malvasia and Alicante Bouschet. It's old-school in every way, with flavors that tend toward dark cherry, licorice and leather.",Mysterium,28,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Trinitas 2010 Mysterium Red (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinitas-2010-mysterium-red-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Red Blend,2010,Trinitas 13,White,Italy,"A great choice for easy appetizers and hors d'oeuvres, this fresh northern Italian white offers defined notes of citrus, melon and apricot. In the mouth, the wine is easy and fresh.",San Benedetto,15,87,Lombardy,Lugana,,Zenato 2011 San Benedetto (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2011-san-benedetto-italian-white-trebbiano-lugana-lugana/,Trebbiano di Lugana,2011,Zenato 12.5,White,Italy,"This pretty white wine would pair perfectly with salads, fresh water fish or grilled tuna. Stone fruit and honeydew melon give it a clean and lively mouthfeel.",Re Teodorico,12,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Cantina di Monteforte 2011 Re Teodorico (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-monteforte-2011-re-teodorico-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2011,Cantina di Monteforte 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A consistent producer in the wide word of Italian sparkling wines, Borgoluce always delivers clean and pristine wines with a steady and cheerful quality of perlage. There's a little extra pulp and density here in the form of sweet peach and lemon mousse.",Extra Dry,22,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Borgoluce 2012 Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgoluce-2012-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Borgoluce 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A great deal at this price point, this vintage-dated Italian sparkler opens with steely bubbles and tightly focused aromas of white peppercorn, white peach citrus and honey. It's considerable intensity helps drive it forward over the palate.",Millesimato Brut,12,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bianca Vigna 2012 Millesimato Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianca-vigna-2012-millesimato-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Bianca Vigna 14.9,Red,US,"Absolutely delicious now, so ripe in blackberry and cherry jam and chocolate flavors. It's pretty tannic, but the lush fruit and softness suggest drinking soon.",Barrouge,45,87,California,Napa,Calistoga,Barlow 2009 Barrouge Cabernet Sauvignon (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barlow-2009-barrouge-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Barlow 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Fresh, bright and super lively on the palate, this very attractive Prosecco Superiore would pair with bite-sized quiche with cheese and ham or mini-pizza appetizers. Citrus and green melon are backed by acidity and tight, steely perlage.",Bareta Brut,26,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Merotto NV Bareta Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merotto-nv-bareta-brut-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-172982/,Glera,,Merotto 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Basic, minerally aromas of apple and pear are good and suggest iodine. The mouthfeel is a bit foamy, but this is also fresh and vital for a 2007 Cava. Crisp flavors of lime, orange and green herbs end similarly, with linear balance.",Premium Cuvée Brut Millésime,12,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Mas de Monistrol 2007 Premium Cuvée Brut Millésime Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-monistrol-2007-premium-cuvee-brut-millesime-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Mas de Monistrol 19,Dessert,US,"Incredibly sweet, with caramelized brown sugar flavors of blackberries and chocolate, this dessert wine tastes a bit like an easy Port. It's made with traditional Port varieties, with California additions of Petite Sirah and Cabernet Sauvignon. Turns quick and simple on the finish, so drink now.",,55,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Prager 2009 Port (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2009-port-blend-port-napa-valley/,Port,2009,Prager 13.5,White,Italy,"Fresh citrus and stone fruit give this Soave Classico a very bright and lively feel. It's an easy, food-freindly wine produced in the informal but cheerful style that characterizes this white wine region in northern Italy.",Staforte,22,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Prà 2011 Staforte (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pra-2011-staforte-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2011,Prà 13.5,White,Mexico,"Monte Xanic puts out a number of solid wines at this affordable level. This blend features apple, citrus and mild sulfuric oiliness on the nose. The feel is correct and clean, while basic flavors of peach and apple carry onto a sweet-leaning finish where banana and pear notes linger.",Chenin-Colombard,16,87,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Monte Xanic 2012 Chenin-Colombard Chenin Blanc (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-xanic-2012-chenin-colombard-chenin-blanc-valle-guadalupe/,Chenin Blanc,2012,Monte Xanic 14.8,Red,US,"Very tasty, with succulent blackberry and cherry jam and oak flavors that are easy to like. It's a little on the soft side, with notably high alcohol that gives it a rich, glycerine finish. A fine wine to drink now with grilled beef, chicken or game.",,24,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Opolo 2010 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/opolo-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2010,Opolo 13,Red,US,"Lots of Cabernet pleasure in this dry, full bodied wine. Firm tannins frame flavors of blackberries and cherries, with an herbal edge. Showing class and elegance, it's a good wine to drink now.",,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nitty Gritty 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nitty-gritty-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Nitty Gritty 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"This amounts to a clean Cava with lemon-lime aromas that settle down well. A fresh, pure palate features lemon-lime and orange flavors in front of a citrusy, dry palate that's neither yeasty nor complex. This is basic but perfectly good.",Brut,16,87,Catalonia,Cava,,1+1=3 NV Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/113-nv-brut-sparkling-cava-172070/,Sparkling Blend,,1+1=3 12.5,White,Portugal,"A high elevation in the hills north of Lisbon allows the Alvarinho grape to flourish. The wine is crisp, lightly fruity, and driven by citrus flavors. Perfumed, aromatic and ready to drink.",Quinta dos Loridos,15,87,Lisboa,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2011 Quinta dos Loridos Alvarinho (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2011-quinta-loridos-albarino-alvarinho-lisboa/,Alvarinho,2011,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 12.5,White,US,"Although the intensity of the papaya, blonde caramel and dill flavors leaves something to be desired, the flavors prove to be more virile. The wine feels buttery and rich, with a precise, tenacious toasted-almond note that clings to the finish.",Sonnet 98,17,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Attimo 2011 Sonnet 98 Vidal Blanc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/attimo-2011-sonnet-98-other-white-vidal-blanc-virginia/,Vidal Blanc,2011,Attimo 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Great for summer sipping by the pool or at the beach, this simple Prosecco Superiore offers fresh fruit tones and pretty accents of spring flower. The sparkler shows crisp acidity, delicate sweetness and creamy foam.",Más de Fer Extra Dry,18,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Andreola 2012 Más de Fer Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreola-2012-mas-fer-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Andreola 13.8,Red,US,"This Pinot has a silky mouthfeel and bracing acidity. In keeping with the chilly vintage, the flavors are barely ripe, suggesting sour-cherry candies, persimmons and cranberries. But it's dry and elegant. Give it some decanting and drink now.",,25,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ampelos 2011 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ampelos-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Ampelos 15.8,Red,US,"Lots of ripe, luscious raspberry, cherry and mocha fruit in this Cabernet. It has good acidity and some fine tannins. One drawback is the finish, which is rich in brown sugar and glycerine, with high alcohol. Drink up.",7200 Grassini Vineyard,42,87,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Foxen 2010 7200 Grassini Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2010-7200-grassini-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Foxen 13.5,Red,US,"A solid, everyday Cabernet, with extra features of dry elegance and complexity. It's dry and tannic, with interesting blackberry, currant, sweet oak and tobacco flavors for drinking now.",,14,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,L de Lyeth 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/l-lyeth-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,L de Lyeth 13.7,Red,US,"This pleasant Grenache has the weight and texture of Pinot Noir. It's light and silky in the mouth, with moderate acohol and savory acidity. Shows cherry, cola and herb flavors for drinking now.",,34,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2010 Grenache (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2010-grenache-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Grenache,2010,Jaffurs 13.5,Red,US,"This is a solid, fruity Merlot, appealing with cherry jam and red currant flavors, housed in firm mountain tannins. There's a good cut of acidity for tackling rich beef dishes. Drink now.",Jack London Vineyard,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Kenwood 2010 Jack London Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2010-jack-london-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-mountain/,Merlot,2010,Kenwood 14.3,White,US,"Landmark's Chardonnays have been getting sweeter and simpler over the years, perhaps in an attempt to appeal to the popular palate. With the 2011 Lorenzo, they have produced a ripe, oaky, buttery Chard, with orange and pineapple jam, vanilla, honey and fresh cream flavors, made for drinking now.",Lorenzo Vineyard,55,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Landmark 2010 Lorenzo Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-2010-lorenzo-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Landmark 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Packaged in one of the squat bottles that are so popular in the Prosecco Superiore area today, this fresh Italian sparkler would pair with finger foods or unsalted almonds. The wine delivers citrus with mineral tones on the close.",Brunei Brut,,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,La Tordera NV Brunei Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tordera-nv-brunei-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,La Tordera 13.8,White,US,"The honey, orange, pineapple-jam and vanilla flavors are extremely rich, but balanced and brightened by brilliant acidity. It's elegant, clean and delicious.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Straight Line 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/straight-line-2011-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Straight Line 14.5,Red,US,"Smooth, dry and tannic, but a little thin, this is not one for the cellar. Shows some nice blackberry, black currant and oak flavors, with marked Napa elegance and balance. Drink up.",,32,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Renteria 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renteria-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Renteria 15.4,Red,US,"Raw pastry dough, blackberry jam and vanilla aromatics are offset by cigar box and leather notes. Compared to Rappahannock's nonreserve 2010 Cabernet Franc, this wine feels warmer due to its alcohol, which is more than 1% higher than the nonreserve bottling. The palate is chewy and muscular, with flavors of dried rose petal and espresso that surface late.",Reserve,36,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Rappahannock Cellars 2010 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rappahannock-cellars-2010-reserve-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Rappahannock Cellars 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Celebrating the beaches and waters around Lisbon in name, this ripe and fruity wine is forward with black fruits and soft tannins. It's an easy, rich wine, finishing with bright acidity.",Mar da Palha,17,87,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Chocapalha 2009 Mar da Palha Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-chocapalha-2009-mar-da-palha-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta de Chocapalha 15,Red,Spain,"Roasted, rubbery aromas come with an herbal offset and mild stalky notes. This is full and rubbery feeling, with baked berry, herb and peppery flavors residing before a dry, tannic, stocky finish that's a fair conclusion to this blend of Garnacha, Carignan and Cabernet Sauvignon.",Vinyes Velles Old Vines,20,87,Catalonia,Priorat,,Tosalet 2009 Vinyes Velles Old Vines Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tosalet-2009-vinyes-velles-old-vines-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2009,Tosalet 13,Red,Italy,"From the long ago 2005 vintage, this riserva offers simple aromas of cassis and plum backed by pressed violets, cola and tar. The close is acidic and somewhat bitter.",Diacono Gerardo 1028 Riserva,20,87,Central Italy,Gutturnio Colli Piacentini,,Torre Fornello 2005 Diacono Gerardo 1028 Riserva (Gutturnio Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-fornello-2005-diacono-gerardo-1028-riserva-red-gutturnio-colli-piacentini/,Red Blend,2005,Torre Fornello 14.5,Red,Spain,"Scratchy, minty aromas are the opening on this rough and rugged blend of Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon. In the mouth, this is hard as nails, with extreme tannic bite. Flavors of blackberry and chocolate are ripe and satisfying, while resiny oak, baking spice notes and rough tannnins define the finish.",Cala N. 2,22,87,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Tinedo 2009 Cala N. 2 Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinedo-2009-cala-n-2-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Tinedo 14.1,White,US,"Cinder makes two versions of this wine each year—one dry and one off-dry. This dry wine is medium-plus bodied, with notes of lemon, white flowers and white peach accompanying an oily feel.",Dry,18,87,Idaho,,,Cinder 2011 Dry Viognier,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinder-2011-dry-viognier-snake-river-valley/,Viognier,2011,Cinder 14.4,Red,US,"Curtis aims at maximum extraction and succeeds with this wildly fruity Syrah. It's explosive in blackberries, currants and plums, with notes of black pepper, dark chocolate and roasted meats, sweetened with oak. Rich in tannins, it's made for drinking now.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2010 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,Curtis 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This estate is a clear cut leader in the Conegliano subzone of Prosecco Superiore. Not only does it produce great sparkling wines, but it offers an entire ecosystem of farming, agriculture and animal breeding that follows a stringent model of ecological sustainability. Hats off for this clean and focused bubbly.",Brut,20,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Conte Collalto NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conte-collalto-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Conte Collalto 13.2,Rose,US,"Just two barrels were made, from a mix of Syrah and Pinot Noir. It's a pale, pretty rosé, with flavors of watermelon and strawberry, and good concentration through the mid-palate.",Rustique,19,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Coeur de Terre 2012 Rustique Rosé (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-terre-2012-rustique-rose-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Rosé,2012,Coeur de Terre 13.3,Red,US,"Strong scents of cola and root beer introduce this estate-grown Pinot, which adds spice and black cherry as it rolls across the tongue. It's light and leaves an impression of soda pop, without the sweetness.",Estate,36,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Coeur de Terre 2010 Estate Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-terre-2010-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2010,Coeur de Terre 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This Brut Prosecco Superiore opens with very citrusy characteristics of lime, lemon and tangerine skin. The acidity is snappy and lively and the wine ends with plush sensations driven by its natural foam and mousse. This wine is very nice and distinctive.",Brut,16,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Drusian NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drusian-nv-brut-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-172958/,Glera,,Drusian 11,Sparkling,Italy,This Brut Prosecco Superiore opens with mineral dryness and a touch of smoke or crushed granite that gives it a steely and vibrant personality. White almond and citrus mark the close.,Brut,22,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,De Stefani NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-stefani-nv-brut-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-164683/,Glera,,De Stefani 14.5,Red,US,"Offers dependable Pinot Noir character, with a silky texture, crisp acidity and fruity flavors that are elegantly dry. But it's not the best example of what the winery can do. It's very acidic, a trait that won't age away. Drink now.",,35,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Frank Family 2011 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2011-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2011,Frank Family 11.5,White,Portugal,"With its light prickle on the tongue, this is as fresh as possible. It's clean, packed with green and citrus fruits, and boosted with some textured richness. Drink at once.",Paço de São Lourenço,12,87,Vinho Verde,,,Solar de Pinheiro 2012 Paço de São Lourenço White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solar-pinheiro-2012-paco-sao-lourenco-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Solar de Pinheiro 12,White,Italy,"Crisp and light with pretty mineral dustings behind the ripe peach and melon aromas, this Gavi shows a full and generous style. Its nicest quality is that it offers both softness in the mouth and elegance on the bouquet.",Le Marne,19,87,Piedmont,Gavi,,Michele Chiarlo 2011 Le Marne (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2011-le-marne-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2011,Michele Chiarlo 14.5,Red,US,"An easy Cabernet, soft and fruity, great for drinking now, at a pretty good price. It's dry and gentle in the mouth, with some real complexity, combining ripe cherries and blackberries with suggestions of dried herbs, cocoa and tobacco.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Michael Pozzan 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-pozzan-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Michael Pozzan 12.5,White,Italy,"The dynamic sisters that run this estate deliver a clean and territory-driven line of white wines. This easy Soave Classico opens with peach, pear, citrus and a touch of fragrant honeysuckle flower. It's pure and focused overall.",,19,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Suavia 2011 Soave Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/suavia-2011-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2011,Suavia 13.5,White,Mexico,"Sauvignon Blanc is, in general, one of Baja's more consistent performers. This version is light in color, with varietally familiar aromas of nettle, grapefruit and passion fruit. It's a bit weighty, with apple, grapefruit and tropical flavors. A mild bitterness can be found on the finish.",Viña Kristel,15,87,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Monte Xanic 2012 Viña Kristel Sauvignon Blanc (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-xanic-2012-vina-kristel-sauvignon-blanc-valle-guadalupe/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Monte Xanic 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Fragrant and crisp, this is a lively blend in which the Aligoté gives a great cut of acidity. The wine does have some weight as well, rounded at the end with the bright aftertaste.",Brut,20,87,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Manuel Olivier NV Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-nv-brut-cremant-de-bourgogne-173685/,Sparkling Blend,,Manuel Olivier 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a great value option for those looking for a chilled summer sipper by the pool or at an outdoor picnic. The wine is light and lean, but it also shows a very lively mouthfeel followed by sharp perlage, honey and peach.",Brut,12,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Le Manzane NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-manzane-nv-brut-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-172980/,Glera,,Le Manzane 12.5,White,Italy,"Aged only in stainless steel, this fresh Soave Classico from the hills of northern Italy shows lemony and citrus-like freshness with simple lines and balanced acidity. There's a touch of sweet almond on the close.",Battistelle,18,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Le Battistelle 2010 Battistelle (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-battistelle-2010-battistelle-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Le Battistelle 14.6,Red,US,"There's plenty of ripe berry-cherry fruit, fine acids and big tannins on this Cab, but it just doesn't have the stuffing for the long haul. It is, however, a satisfying Cabernet, offering lots of elegance for drinking now and over the next few years.",,69,87,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Paoletti 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paoletti-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Paoletti 14,Red,Argentina,"Plum and berry aromas come with a hint of minty, herbal green, which is typical for Cafayate Cabernet. In the mouth, things run choppy, with gritty acidity and sharpness. Flavorwise, this is offering a limited spectrum of berry fruit, oak, herbal notes and spice. A fiery finish is the close.",Viña San José Single Vineyard,35,87,Other,Cafayate,,Quara 2010 Viña San José Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quara-2010-vina-san-jose-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-cafayate/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Quara 12,White,US,"Named after the blending of Steelhead Run and Ox vineyard blocks, this appealing wine is fresh and varietal with notes of ripe peach and herbs. Aged six months in stainless steel and coming in at a low 12% alcohol, the fruit concentration is lighter in style but still offers enjoyment.",Steel-Ox,25,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Quady North 2011 Steel-Ox Viognier (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-north-2011-steel-ox-viognier-southern-rogue-valley/,Viognier,2011,Quady North 12.5,Red,US,"It's rare to find a varietally labeled Grenache that comes in under 13% alcohol, but here you have it. Blended with 10% Syrah, it has notes of white pepper, smoked meat, savory spices and red fruit. What it lacks in terms of depth it makes up for in purity and elegance.",Bomba,25,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Quady North 2011 Bomba Grenache (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-north-2011-bomba-grenache-southern-rogue-valley/,Grenache,2011,Quady North 14.6,Red,Argentina,"Mild berry and cherry aromas are standard and slightly oaky. The palate on this blend of Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah is choppy and tannic, while earthy flavors of cherry and plum are pushed by firm acids. This finishes tannic, with coffee and herbal flavors.",Gran Reserve Winemaker's Selection,30,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Proemio 2009 Gran Reserve Winemaker's Selection Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/proemio-2009-gran-reserve-winemakers-selection-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2009,Proemio 14,Red,Spain,"Bright red-fruit aromas are matched by dry spice and leathery scents. The feel on this blend of Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot is juicy and clampy, while flavors of red cherry, plum and currant come with a vanilla shading. This finishes crisp, with punchy acidity.",Reserva 1423,35,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Príncipe de Viana 2008 Reserva 1423 Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-viana-2008-reserva-1423-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2008,Príncipe de Viana 14.9,Red,US,"This is an easy, gentle wine that's a little soft, with superripe cherry, persimmon and red licorice flavors. Delicious in the California way, it's showing its best now.",Caverio,40,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sextant 2010 Caverio G-S-M (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sextant-2010-caverio-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-paso-robles/,G-S-M,2010,Sextant 14.3,Red,US,"Ripe and luscious, this decadent Cabernet Franc is chock full of ripe red cherry and plum fruit, accented with purple violets and fresh herb tones. It's bold in alcohol and soft in style, but delicately framed by brisk acidity and a ruffle of feathery tannins.",,36,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery 2010 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-2010-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Peconic Bay Winery 13.5,Red,US,"Named after the Nez Perce name for the Clearwater River, this blend is mostly Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, with some Cabernet Franc and Syrah thrown in the mix. The aromas are light, with notes of berry and sweet spices. The cherry flavors are very soft, getting a bit attenuated on the back half on this otherwise pleasant red.",Koos-Koos-Kia Colter's Creek Vineyard,20,87,Idaho,Idaho,,Colter's Creek 2010 Koos-Koos-Kia Colter's Creek Vineyard Red (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colters-creek-2010-koos-koos-kia-vineyard-red-idaho/,Red Blend,2010,Colter's Creek 14.9,Red,US,"This unusual blend of 85% Syrah, 10% Petit Verdot and 5% Petite Sirah comes together nicely, with the Syrah lending notes of cranberry and smoked meat and the Petit(e)s adding some heft to the plush texture and bitterness on the finish.",Black Mamba,28,87,Idaho,,,Coiled 2010 Black Mamba Red,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coiled-2010-black-mamba-red-snake-river-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Coiled 14.7,Red,US,"Mostly Syrah, with just a dash of Petite Sirah (2%) and Petit Verdot (1%), this red from Sawtooth and Skyline vineyards brings light notes of smoked meat, chocolate, and flowers. The enjoyment here is mainly focused on mouthfeel, which is voluptuous and rich, leading to an open finish.",Sidewinder,25,87,Idaho,,,Coiled 2009 Sidewinder Red,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coiled-2009-sidewinder-red-snake-river-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Coiled 12.5,White,US,"On the nose, aromas of wax, white orchard fruit and lemon are offset by a note of wet stone. This is a medium-bodied wine that has an open-feeling, pliant midpalate. The finish bears zesty acidity, and it comes with a sweet-tasting flavor of lemon Italian ice.",,22,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Fox Meadow 2011 Riesling (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-meadow-2011-riesling-virginia/,Riesling,2011,Fox Meadow 11,Sparkling,Italy,La Perla Extra Dry is a soft and luscious sparkling wine with simple lines and fresh aromas of peach blossom and almond paste. Soft sweetness is backed by fresh acidity.,La Perla Extra Dry,,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Cantina Produttori di Valdobbiadene NV La Perla Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-produttori-valdobbiadene-nv-perla-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Cantina Produttori di Valdobbiadene 11.5,Rose,Italy,"From the larger Antinori group in Tuscany, this opens with a pretty pink color and bright aromas of raspberry, wild cherry and white almond. Pair it with summer appetizers.",,14,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Santa Cristina 2012 Rosato (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-cristina-2012-rose-rosato-toscana/,Rosato,2012,Santa Cristina 12.5,Red,US,"There's a thick cloak of tar and darkly toasted oak that dissipates with aeration to reveal ripe, roasted black-fruit flavors in this medium-bodied Merlot. Dense with fruit and hints of dark spice, the palate gets a hit of freshness from vibrant acidity.",,35,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Waters Crest 2008 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-crest-2008-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2008,Waters Crest 13.2,Rose,US,"Produced entirely from Petite Sirah, this wine is dark in color, with notes of cherry, melon and strawberry. It's a bit ponderous but still offers enjoyment.",Dry Rosé of,14,85,Idaho,,,Koenig Vineyards 2011 Dry Rosé of Petite Sirah,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koenig-2011-dry-rose-petite-sirah-snake-river-valley/,Petite Sirah,2011,Koenig Vineyards 13,Rose,Portugal,"A bright pink colored rosé, this blend of Touriga Nacional and Syrah, has strawberry flavors and a touch of sweetness from the ripe fruits that is balanced with an attractive acidity. Enjoy with food rather than as an aperitif.",Conde de Vimioso Colheita Selecionada,9,85,Tejo,,,Falua 2012 Conde de Vimioso Colheita Selecionada Rosé (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-2012-conde-vimioso-colheita-selecionada-rose-portuguese-tejo/,Portuguese Rosé,2012,Falua 12,White,Italy,This is an easy Pinot Grigio that can be employed during informal drinking occasions. Bright citrus and melon ride an easy and somewhat short finish. Try it with Chinese take-out.,,,85,Veneto,Veneto,,San Giuseppe 2011 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-giuseppe-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2011,San Giuseppe 13.4,Rose,US,"A little on the sweet side, but nicely crisp in acidity. The flavors offer generous notes of strawberries, orange zest, sugared tea, vanilla and cinnamon.",Estate Rosé of Pinot Noir,18,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Balletto 2012 Estate Rosé of Pinot Noir Rosé (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balletto-2012-estate-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Rosé,2012,Balletto 13,Red,Spain,"Ripe, lightly spiced black cherry and berry aromas announce a good but basic wine. The palate is a bit tough in feel but it's solidly built. Candied, generic black-fruit flavors end simply, with modest syrupy sweetness.",Rojo Granrojo,11,84,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Bodegas Navarro López 2011 Rojo Granrojo Garnacha (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2011-rojo-granrojo-grenache-garnacha-vino-tierra-castilla/,Garnacha,2011,Bodegas Navarro López 14,Red,Spain,"From a mediocre vintage, it seems as though the winery poured on the fully toasted oak to cover up marginal fruit. This smells like burnt meat and rubber, tastes charred and baked, and finishes blackened and overly toasty, with a choppy feel and hard tannins.",Altos Lanzaga Gran Viñedo,130,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Telmo Rodríguez 2008 Altos Lanzaga Gran Viñedo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2008-altos-lanzaga-gran-vinedo-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Telmo Rodríguez 15,Red,Spain,"This wine is hard, piercing and pushy on the nose, with a chemical note. A rubbery, soft palate carries little to no edge, while flavors of cooked berry and carob finish with notes of raisin and rubber. This bullish wine has its good points but it's tough and challenging.",Barrancos de Pizarra,53,84,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Pegaso 2009 Barrancos de Pizarra Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegaso-2009-barrancos-pizarra-red-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Red Blend,2009,Pegaso 12,White,Italy,This is a grassy and lemony expression of Pinot Grigio with easy lines and a touch of bright acidity on the close. Pair the wine with Thai mango salad.,,10,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Natale Verga 2012 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/natale-verga-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Natale Verga 14,Rose,Italy,SeraRosa is a full and generous rosato with ripe berry and raspberry flavors followed by medium density and a noticeable touch of alcoholic heat.,SeraRosa,,84,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Cesani 2012 SeraRosa Sangiovese (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesani-2012-serarosa-sangiovese-tuscany/,Sangiovese,2012,Cesani 13.3,Red,Argentina,"Chewing gum dust, red plum and cherry aromas define the bouquet on this racy, slightly abrasive feeling Malbec. Things taste short and snappy, with red fruit flavors backed by peppery dryness.",Estate Bottled,15,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Carmine Granata 2010 Estate Bottled Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-carmine-granata-2010-estate-bottled-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Bodega Carmine Granata 13.2,White,US,"Medium-intense scents of dusty wax and vanilla buttercream compose the nose. Flat acids make the medium-bodied palate feel wide open, but the finish picks up a spark of acidity, which keeps the wine from feeling lethargic.",,19,84,Virginia,Shenandoah Valley,,Bluestone 2010 Chardonnay (Shenandoah Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bluestone-2010-chardonnay-shenandoah-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Bluestone 12,White,Italy,"Here's a simple and clean white wine with straightforward appeal and a frank, upfront nature. Cut grass, lemon and honeydew melon describe the bouquet.",,9,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Bonotto delle Tezze 2012 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonotto-delle-tezze-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Bonotto delle Tezze 13.9,White,US,"A rich, oaky style of Chardonnay that spent five months sur lie in neutral French oak. The wine has a soft, mildly sour taste and lurking wet stone notes.",Pamela's Vineyard,28,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,There Wines 2011 Pamela's Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/there-wines-2011-pamelas-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2011,There Wines 12.5,Sparkling,Portugal,"This very crisp, cool-climate sparkling rosé is a blend of Castelão and Merlot. It has acidity, a touch of raspberry fruit and a just off-dry ripeness.",Loridos Rosé Bruto,20,84,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2011 Loridos Rosé Bruto Sparkling (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2011-loridos-rose-bruto-sparkling-portuguese-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Portuguese Sparkling,2011,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a light pink sparkling wine (made with Pinot Nero) that opens with a touch of matchstick that needs a few minutes to blow off. Otherwise, the bouquet is redolent of pink rose, raspberry and cranberry with a touch of baked bread.",On attend les Invites,20,84,Central Italy,Colli Piacentini,,Luretta 2009 On attend les Invites Pinot Nero (Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luretta-2009-attend-invites-pinot-noir-nero-colli-piacentini/,Pinot Nero,2009,Luretta 14.1,Red,US,"Merlot leads the pack in this blend of six Bordeaux varieties with a dash of Syrah (5%). The fruit is taken from five different vineyards across Washington and Idaho. It has notes of candied cherry, licorice and ash, with tart flavors and dry, astringent tannins.",Renaissance,23,84,America,,,Clearwater Canyon 2010 Renaissance Red (America),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clearwater-canyon-2010-renaissance-red-america/,Red Blend,2010,Clearwater Canyon 13.4,White,US,"A solid Chardonnay, showing good varietal character at a fair price. It's a little lightweight, but the cream, peach and citrus flavors are just fine.",Willow Springs,7,84,California,California Other,California,CK Mondavi 2012 Willow Springs Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ck-mondavi-2012-willow-springs-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,CK Mondavi 12.74,Red,US,"Temecula Valley-based Brookside Winery makes this nonvintage blend, a combination of Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel and Petite Sirah. Moderately light in alcohol, it nonetheless imparts deep, dark fruit and a leathery juiciness, with Zin taking over on the finish.",Road to Morocco,28,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Generation 7 NV Road to Morocco Red (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/generation-7-nv-road-to-morocco-red-central-valley-lodi/,Red Blend,,Generation 7 14.5,White,US,"Aged in stainless steel, this is lightly aromatic, with notes of nectarine and overripe apple. Labeled at 14.5% alcohol, it surprisingly never shows it. Rather the fruit concentration comes off as a bit wanting.",,15,84,Idaho,,,Fujishin 2011 Viognier,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fujishin-2011-viognier-snake-river-valley/,Viognier,2011,Fujishin 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Bright, simple and clean, here is a bubbly Lambrusco that opens with tones of forest berry and wild strawberry followed by a touch of bitter almond skin.",,18,84,Central Italy,Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro,,La Battagliola 2012 Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/battagliola-2012-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-grasparossa-castelvetro/,Lambrusco,2012,La Battagliola 5.5,White,Italy,"True to its name, this Moscato delivers musky aromas of soapy flower, honey, acacia flower and stone fruit. It shows sweet, smooth creaminess as well.",,16,84,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Risata 2011 Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/risata-2011-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2011,Risata 12.5,Red,US,"This is a soft, ductile blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Touriga Nacional. It bears dusty tannins that add subtle texture, and a turmeric flavor adds an exotic edge to the palate.",Virginia Gold,35,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Ingleside NV Virginia Gold Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ingleside-nv-virginia-gold-red-virginia/,Red Blend,,Ingleside 15.5,Red,Portugal,"Wines at 15.5% alcohol suggest too much of everything. This wine is no exception, with its heavily extracted character, bitter chocolate and wood perfumes. It should soften in 2–3 years, but will always be overweight.",São Miguel,18,84,Alentejano,,,Herdade de São Miguel 2011 São Miguel Alicante Bouschet (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-sao-miguel-2011-sao-other-red-alicante-bouschet-alentejano/,Alicante Bouschet,2011,Herdade de São Miguel 14,Red,Mexico,"Price aside, this is a ponderous wine with rooty aromas of Dr. Pepper mixed with burnt toast, coffee and baked berry fruits. It's very rich and syrupy in the mouth, while caramel, chocolate and baked berry flavors bring this overripe wine to rest.",Reserva,100,84,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Ernesto Camou y Camou 2010 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernesto-camou-camou-2010-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-valle-guadalupe/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Ernesto Camou y Camou ,Rose,Portugal,"Young and fruity, this a crisp, lightly acid wine. Its raspberry fruits are already delicious.",Vista Rosé,9,84,Beiras,,,Caves Aliança 2012 Vista Rosé Tinta Roriz (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2012-vista-rose-tempranillo-tinta-roriz-beiras/,Tinta Roriz,2012,Caves Aliança 15.2,Red,Argentina,"There's a fine line between ripe and overripe, and this awkwardly toes that line with syrupy aromas and a sticky mouthfeel. Along the path are flavors of maple, fudge and stewed blackberry. A jammy, soupy, candied finish is apropos for a heavy, superripe wine such as this.",Reserva,25,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Casarena 2010 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casarena-2010-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Casarena 13.7,Red,Mexico,"This opens with hard-capped aromas of crusty mineral and reedy berry. The flavors are gamy and roasted, with brandied plum and cherry accents. The finish is bright in feel and runs long with an herbal raspberry flavor.",,35,84,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Vinos Magbel 2009 Nebbiolo (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinos-magbel-2009-nebbiolo-valle-guadalupe/,Nebbiolo,2009,Vinos Magbel 13.2,White,Mexico,"This is a blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Moscato that's yeasty and oaky on the nose. The mouth is creamy and home to apple, vanilla and oxidized afterflavors. There's enough solid pear and melon involved to make it worthwhile, but you can't miss the mature nature of the wine.",Nuva,28,84,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Vinicola Fraternidad 2011 Nuva White (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinicola-fraternidad-2011-nuva-white-valle-guadalupe/,White Blend,2011,Vinicola Fraternidad 12,White,Italy,"This is one of those fun, easygoing Italian Pinot Grigios that tastes great on a hot summer afternoon. The wine is crisp, light and lean with simple endnotes of citrus and melon.",Limited Selection,14,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Villa Cornaro 2011 Limited Selection Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-cornaro-2011-limited-selection-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Villa Cornaro 14,Dessert,Italy,"This is a sweet and thin dessert wine with aromas of peach, pear and honey that are muddled at times. The price is pretty good, however, for those who want to try a late harvest Fiano Minutolo.",Cré Vendemmia Tardiva,20,84,Southern Italy,Salento,,Vetrère 2011 Cré Vendemmia Tardiva Fiano (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vetrere-2011-cre-vendemmia-tardiva-italian-white-fiano-salento/,Fiano,2011,Vetrère 12,Red,Mexico,"Hot, syrupy aromas are rooty and intense. This Nebbiolo offers plum, raspberry and red currant flavors offset by tomato and noticeable oak. The finish is propelled by acidity and carries tangy flavors of roasted tomato and plum.",,23,84,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Dubacano 2010 Nebbiolo (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dubacano-2010-nebbiolo-valle-guadalupe/,Nebbiolo,2010,Dubacano 11,Red,Italy,"A tart mouthfeel with layers of cherry and cranberry fruit is enhanced by this bubbly Lambrusco's dark ruby color. This is a dry expression with plump, fruity density in the mouth.",Granarossa,16,84,Central Italy,Emilia,,Bertolani 2012 Granarossa Lambrusco (Emilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertolani-2012-granarossa-italian-red-lambrusco-emilia/,Lambrusco,2012,Bertolani 9,White,Portugal,"This is a juicy, ripe style of Vinho Verde that's soft, clean and refreshing. It's a summer-evening wine, light and bright. Screwcap.",,8,84,Vinho Verde,,,Calamares 2012 White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calamares-2012-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Calamares 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Easy, fresh, and not particularly earth-shattering, this Extra Dry sparkler should be served at informal drinking occasions (like a gathering of friends on a warm Friday afternoon). Peach and citrus are the main aromatic elements.",Extra Dry,,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,Albino Armani NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albino-armani-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Albino Armani 13.5,Red,US,"A note of caramelized oak hits the nose first, followed by touches of char, herb and mocha. This medium-bodied blend of 50% Sangiovese, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Merlot has a soft, sweet-tasting core, though the tannins become more assertive as the wine progresses across the palate. Espresso bean and cherry-skin tones mark the hurried finish.",Festa di Bacco,28,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Afton Mountain 2010 Festa di Bacco Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/afton-mountain-2010-festa-bacco-red-virginia/,Red Blend,2010,Afton Mountain 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A soft, fruity and lightweight wine. It has red fruits, light acidity and a simple attractive touch of tannin. Drink now.",Caiado,,84,Alentejano,,,Adega Mayor 2011 Caiado Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-mayor-2011-caiado-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2011,Adega Mayor 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This is a big, jammy, over-the-top Cab with mulchy aromas of coffee grinds and ripe berry fruits. The palate has a sticky, cloying feel to it along with flavors of herbal berry, mocha, cocoa and brown sugar. On the finish, it's creamy feeling and overtly rich.",Año Cero,19,84,Mendoza Province,La Consulta,,Altocedro 2012 Año Cero Cabernet Sauvignon (La Consulta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altocedro-2012-ano-cero-cabernet-sauvignon-consulta/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Altocedro 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Fresh, light and clean, this pretty Lambrusco offers aromas of wild berries and a touch of chopped herb. In the mouth, the wine is thin and pristine with balanced acidity.",Villa Badia,,84,Central Italy,Lambrusco di Sorbara,,Cantina di Sorbara 2012 Villa Badia (Lambrusco di Sorbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-sorbara-2012-villa-badia-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-sorbara/,Lambrusco,2012,Cantina di Sorbara 8.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkling red Lambrusco boasts a simple, but attractive quality of fruit, with bursting notes of raspberry and wild strawberry. Creamy, bubbly foam and balanced acidity characterize the mouthfeel. In terms of Lambrusco, this wine is very pleasurable with a sweet, plush close.",Primabolla,11,84,Central Italy,Lambrusco Reggiano,,Cantina di Puianello 2012 Primabolla (Lambrusco Reggiano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-puianello-2012-primabolla-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-reggiano/,Lambrusco,2012,Cantina di Puianello 13,Red,Portugal,"On the lean side, this is a dry, tannic wine with more structure than flesh. It's firm, with a strong sense of wood aging followed by some acidity. It could soften in 3–4 years.",Topázio,13,84,Douro,,,Caves Velhas 2012 Topázio Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-velhas-2012-topazio-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2012,Caves Velhas 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Tart flavors of sour cherry and cranberry add dimension to a mouthfeel that is characterized by balanced acidity, soft texture and creamy foam. The wine would make a great companion to buttery foods.",Roncolo,15,84,Central Italy,Emilia,,Venturini Baldini 2012 Roncolo Lambrusco (Emilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venturini-baldini-2012-roncolo-italian-red-lambrusco-emilia/,Lambrusco,2012,Venturini Baldini 13.3,White,Argentina,"Lemon and apple aromas come with modest minerality. This is fairly full bodied, with a mix of briny citrus and salty, slightly oily tasting melon flavors. A chunky, round finish manages to hold its pose...for now.",Coleccion,12,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Los Maza 2012 Coleccion Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-los-maza-2012-coleccion-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Finca Los Maza 14,White,Argentina,"This warm-weather Viognier is fleshy and chunky on the bouquet, with generic white-fruit aromas that suggest gardenias. A plump palate is low on acid and heavy in weight; flavors of melon and green herbs finish soft and could turn flabby in a short time.",Reserva,12,84,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Finca El Origen 2012 Reserva Viognier (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-origen-2012-reserva-viognier-uco-valley/,Viognier,2012,Finca El Origen 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a simple and clean Prosecco with medium intensity, little depth and bright fruit layers of peach and tangerine. It's a good choice for very informal drinking occasions.",Extra Dry,15,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,Foss Marai NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foss-marai-nv-extra-dry-prosecco-166582/,Glera,,Foss Marai 14.8,Red,US,"Tastes like the wine equivalent of blackberry and cherry jam. It's extracted, ripe and fruity, with a hit of citrusy acidity. Oak adds the usual notes of sweet buttered toast. Lots of people will like it at this price.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2009 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2009-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,2009,Firestone ,White,US,"This wine's aromas are one-dimensional, with a note of pithy white-grapefruit zest at the fore. Light to medium bodied, the palate is marked by tame acidity, and it finishes with a flavor reminiscent of raspberry-infused lemonade.",,14,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Gray Ghost 2011 Vidal Blanc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gray-ghost-2011-other-white-vidal-blanc-virginia/,Vidal Blanc,2011,Gray Ghost 13.5,Dessert,US,"A distinctive wine, with notes reminiscent of freshly made apple sauce. Harvested at 28° Brix, it's medium-plus sweet, but the flavor concentration doesn't quite carry all the way through.",Late Harvest,22,84,Idaho,,,Fujishin 2011 Late Harvest Chardonnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fujishin-2011-late-harvest-chardonnay-snake-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Fujishin 14,Red,US,"Half Sangiovese and one-quarter each Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot all coming from the cool 2011 vintage, this is lightly flavored with notes of dried cranberry and sour cherry, backed by firm tannins.",Super Tesscan,28,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Hood Crest 2011 Super Tesscan Red (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hood-crest-2011-super-tesscan-red-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Red Blend,2011,Hood Crest 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's an easy and fresh white wine to drink with bruschetta or informal finger foods. The wine is crisp and light with endnotes of white peach, citrus and pear.",Corte Giacobbe,12,84,Veneto,Soave,,Dal Cero Tenuta di Corte Giacobbe 2011 Corte Giacobbe (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dal-cero-tenuta-corte-giacobbe-2011-giacobbe-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2011,Dal Cero Tenuta di Corte Giacobbe 13.4,Red,US,"Pale in color, this wine brings notes of char, sawdust, red fruit and pencil eraser. Plump, juicy flavors play off a soft structure and abundant oak flavors.",,18,84,Idaho,,,Snake River 2009 Tempranillo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snake-river-2009-tempranillo-snake-river-valley/,Tempranillo,2009,Snake River 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a very lean and dry expression of Prosecco Superiore that does a great job of refreshing a thirsty mouth on a hot summer day, but adds little else. Lemon and white flower aromas are backed by sharp bubbles.",Zero Nove Brut,18,84,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Valdellövo NV Zero Nove Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdellovo-nv-zero-nove-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Valdellövo 12,White,Italy,"Made with organically-farmed fruit, this simple Pinot Grigio shows easy melon and citrus backed by yellow candy and a slightly waxy feel on the close.",,12,84,Veneto,Veneto,,TerrAmore 2011 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terramore-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2011,TerrAmore 13,Red,Italy,"Made with organically-farmed fruit, this Cabernet Sauvignon offers a hint of spice and natural rubber at the outset that is followed by black fruit, red cherry and cola. There's a raw or sharp feel in the mouth.",Il Balòss,,84,Central Italy,Colli Piacentini,,Tenuta Villa Tavernago 2012 Il Balòss Cabernet Sauvignon (Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-villa-tavernago-2012-il-baloss-cabernet-sauvignon-colli-piacentini/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Tenuta Villa Tavernago 13.5,Red,Italy,"From the Predappio area of Romagna in central Italy, this Sangiovese offers rustic aromas of tar and licorice backed by black fruit and prune. There's a savory quality on the close with cured meat and tobacco.",Bartimeo,14,84,Central Italy,Romagna,,Stefano Berti 2011 Bartimeo Sangiovese (Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-berti-2011-bartimeo-sangiovese-romagna/,Sangiovese,2011,Stefano Berti 13.1,Rose,US,"The alcohol is refreshingly moderate on this blush wine, which has appealing flavors of oranges, limes and tropical fruits, brightened with soft acidity. It's almost as sweet as a dessert wine, with a sugary finish.",Pauline's Vineyard Grenache,22,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Kokomo 2012 Pauline's Vineyard Grenache Rosé (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2012-paulines-vineyard-grenache-rose-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Rosé,2012,Kokomo 14,Red,US,"Aged 18 months in French oak, this wine is moderately aromatic, with notes of blueberry and mushroom. It's syrupy in feel yet has dry tannins.",Williamson Vineyard,26,84,Idaho,,,Koenig Vineyards 2010 Williamson Vineyard Sangiovese,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koenig-2010-williamson-vineyard-sangiovese-snake-river-valley/,Sangiovese,2010,Koenig Vineyards 15,Red,Spain,"Gritty aromas of grilled meat, rubber and baked plum lead to a candied tasting, syrupy feeling palate that's sweet in flavor and mildly oaky. This results in a rich finish that's sticky, a bit hot and ripe.",Vilata Old Vines,10,84,Levante,Jumilla,,Lo Nuevo 2011 Vilata Old Vines Monastrell-Syrah (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lo-nuevo-2011-vilata-old-vines-red-blend-monastrell-syrah-jumilla/,Monastrell-Syrah,2011,Lo Nuevo 14.9,White,US,"Dark gold in color, this Viognier tastes of ripe apple compote and vanilla custard with a generous texture of tropical fruits.",Estate Grown,16,84,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,LangeTwins 2011 Estate Grown Viognier (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-twins-2011-estate-grown-viognier-central-valley-clarksburg/,Viognier,2011,LangeTwins 15.5,Red,US,"This is a decent Zin for drinking now. It's dry and tannic, with briary flavors of wild forest fruits and spices. Some unripe green notes compromise the score.",Old Vine,22,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Ranch 2010 Old Vine Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-ranch-2010-old-vine-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Rutherford Ranch 14.9,Rose,US,"As soon as you unscrew the top on this 100% Syrah blush wine, the aromas of raspberries and strawberries release into the air, like incense. Those fruits follow through in the taste, turning jammy, heavy and sweet. The alcohol is a heady 14.9% by volume.",Roseum Huerhuero,13,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2012 Roseum Huerhuero Rosé (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2012-roseum-huerhuero-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rosé,2012,Vina Robles 11,Sparkling,Italy,Fragrant Malvasia tones of honey and white jasmine open the bouquet of this easy-going sparkling wine. The bubbling is light and delicate and the wine ends on a sweet note of Golden Delicious apple.,,15,84,Central Italy,Emilia,,Venturini Baldini 2012 Malvasia (Emilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venturini-baldini-2012-italian-white-malvasia-emilia/,Malvasia,2012,Venturini Baldini 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Very easy and fresh, this is the kind of Prosecco to drink at a summer poolside party. Citrus, talc powder and peach appear on the bouquet and this sparkler is lean and fresh on the finish.",Extra Dry,11,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,Stella Mia NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stella-mia-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Stella Mia 13.4,White,US,"Tastes manipulated, with oak, honey and buttercream flavors dominating the underlying apples and peaches.",Mills Family Vineyard,20,84,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,River Road 2011 Mills Family Vineyard Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/river-road-2011-mills-family-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,River Road 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"As its name suggests, this is a racy little Prosecco with simple fruit layers of peach and citrus followed by perky effervescence.",Brut,,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,Rapido NV Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rapido-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Rapido 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,This dry sparkling red wine opens with an inky dark color and offers pulpy tones of raw fruit and blackberry jam with tart cherry and cranberry on the finish.,Concerto,22,84,Central Italy,Lambrusco Reggiano,,Medici Ermete 2011 Concerto (Lambrusco Reggiano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medici-ermete-2011-concerto-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-reggiano/,Lambrusco,2011,Medici Ermete 13,Rose,Portugal,"This rosé is almost as rich as a red wine, the difference being a fresher, red-fruit character. It has vanilla flavors, a dry texture and a touch of pepper.",Colheita,17,84,Douro,,,Quinta do Portal 2012 Colheita Rosé (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2012-colheita-rose-portuguese-douro/,Portuguese Rosé,2012,Quinta do Portal 13,White,US,A low-priced white with a smoky quality and rounded textures of pear and coconut. Twist the cap off on this one for patio and pool parties or to enjoy with a platter of raw oysters.,,11,84,California,California Other,California,Shenandoah 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-2012-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Shenandoah 13.3,Red,US,"Hailing from the winery's Arena Valley Vineyard, this wine has notes of dried cranberry and currant. Cranberry juice-like flavors are accented by oaky spice.",Arena Valley Vineyard,18,84,Idaho,,,Snake River 2010 Arena Valley Vineyard Sangiovese,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snake-river-2010-arena-valley-vineyard-sangiovese-snake-river-valley/,Sangiovese,2010,Snake River 14,Red,Spain,"This blend of Tempranillo, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Garnacha is gamy on the nose, with aromas of tomato leaf, compost and cherry-pie filling. The palate is decidedly acidic, while flavors of zesty red fruits like red currant and sour plum come across herbal and a touch weedy.",Raso de Larrainzar,24,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Pago de Larrainzar 2008 Raso de Larrainzar Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-larrainzar-2008-raso-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2008,Pago de Larrainzar 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a thin and fresh Prosecco that remains simple and easy to drink to the last drop. Citrus, peach, tangerine and talc powder best describe the aromas.",Brut,16,84,Veneto,Prosecco Treviso,,Zardetto NV Brut (Prosecco Treviso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zardetto-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco-treviso/,Glera,,Zardetto 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Pignoletto is a little-known grape variety that is rarely produced as a mono-varietal expression. It's even rarer to see it in a sparkling, or frizzante, version like this: Sweet floral aromas are backed by bright peach nectar.",,15,84,Central Italy,Colli Bolognesi,,La Mancina 2012 Pignoletto (Colli Bolognesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mancina-2012-italian-white-pignoletto-colli-bolognesi/,Pignoletto,2012,La Mancina 12.5,White,Italy,"Very clean, compact and fresh, here is a Soave to pair with take-away Chinese food. The wine is acidic and light with subtle aromas of peach, citrus and white flower.",I Prandi,11,84,Veneto,Soave,,Marcato 2011 I Prandi (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcato-2011-i-prandi-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2011,Marcato 12.9,White,US,"An aromatic blend of Viognier and Roussanne, with overripe pear, lavender and spice. Aged three months in French oak, the palate is full bodied and unctuous, with a bitter note on the finish.",Vivacious Reserve Viognier-Roussane,17,84,Idaho,,,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 2012 Vivacious Reserve Viognier-Roussane White,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3-horse-ranch-2012-vivacious-reserve-viognier-roussane-white-snake-river-valley/,White Blend,2012,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A sub-brand of Riunite, Albinea Canali's Ottocentonero shows simple, easy lines with raw fruit, cherry and almond paste. It's a dry Lambrusco without some of the bitterness you sometimes encounter with these wines.",Ottocentonero,13,84,Central Italy,Lambrusco dell'Emilia,,Albinea Canali NV Ottocentonero (Lambrusco dell'Emilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albinea-canali-nv-ottocentonero-lambrusco-dellemilia-173250/,Lambrusco,,Albinea Canali 13,Rose,US,"Rosé should be dry, delicate and crisp in acidity. This Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah blend succeeds on two of those levels, but not dryness. The raspberry fruit has a simple jamminess that's almost dessert-style.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Dragonette 2012 Rosé (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dragonette-2012-rose-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Rosé,2012,Dragonette 12.5,White,Portugal,"Chardonnay offers the roundness while Fernão Pires offers perfume in this attractive, ready-to-drink wine. It has bright, crisp lemon and green-apple acidity that is immediately appealing. Screwcap.",Tagus Creek Chardonnay and Fernão Pires,9,84,Tejo,,,Falua 2012 Tagus Creek Chardonnay and Fernão Pires White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-2012-tagus-creek-chardonnay-fernao-pires-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2012,Falua 14.5,Red,US,"A distinctly sweet-smelling wine, with notes of stewed black cherry, oak spices, and citrus. The tannins are firm and the alcohol shows prominently.",,22,84,Idaho,,,Fujishin 2010 Petite Sirah,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fujishin-2010-petite-sirah-snake-river-valley/,Petite Sirah,2010,Fujishin 13.9,Rose,US,"Sweet and simple, this easy blush wine has strawberry, brown sugar and vanilla flavors.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Fuchsia 2011 Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fuchsia-2011-rose-other/,Rosé,2011,Fuchsia 13.5,Red,US,"Easy to drink for its ripe, jammy blackberry and cherry flavors. It's a simple wine, with brisk acidity for balance. The price is right for what you get.",The Brakeman,10,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dixie Flyer Vineyards 2010 The Brakeman Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dixie-flyer-2010-brakeman-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Dixie Flyer Vineyards 12.5,Red,US,"Intense and perfumed, this has high-pitched aromas of rose oil, smoked meat and blackberry. Light, open-knit tannins and juicy acids make for a palate that is accessible and succulent. The acidity becomes more pickled in taste as the wine sits in the glass.",Zeus,26,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Doukénie 2010 Zeus Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doukenie-2010-zeus-red-virginia/,Red Blend,2010,Doukénie 12.5,White,Italy,"Tramontana refers to northern winds that wash across Italy. With those winds as inspiration, this easy Pinot Grigio opens with a lean, watery mouthfeel and crisp endnotes of melon and lemon.",Tramontana,10,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Conselve 2011 Tramontana Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conselve-2011-tramontana-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Conselve 12,White,US,"The aromas seem a bit muddled, with notes of jasmine and pear occasionally poking through and the alcohol showing itself. It's medium sweet (2.7% residual sugar) finishing a touch bitter.",Colter's Creek Estate,10,84,Idaho,Idaho,,Colter's Creek 2011 Colter's Creek Estate Riesling (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colters-creek-2011-estate-riesling-idaho/,Riesling,2011,Colter's Creek 13,White,Italy,"Yes, this wine treads deep on the side of informality with a lean, watery mouthfeel and subtle aromas of peach and pear. But there's also just enough territorial identity of Mediterranean herb and dried sage to make it interesting. The price is just right too.",Brognoligo,10,84,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Cecilia Beretta 2011 Brognoligo (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecilia-beretta-2011-brognoligo-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2011,Cecilia Beretta 13.5,Rose,Portugal,"This fruity, perfumed wine (the Moscatel Roxo in the blend sees to that), is ripe and full bodied, with some light sweetness giving a soft, gentle aftertaste. Screwcap.",JP Azeitão,9,84,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2012 JP Azeitão Rosé (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2012-jp-azeitao-rose-portuguese-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese Rosé,2012,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 14,Red,Portugal,"Despite its alcohol and potential richness, this has as much green, herbal character as fruitiness. It's structured and juicy, and shows considerable acidity.",Má Partilha,30,84,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2009 Má Partilha Merlot (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2009-ma-partilha-merlot-peninsula-setubal/,Merlot,2009,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 13,White,Argentina,"The bouquet on this is so neutral there's almost nothing to describe. This is zesty and tangy in the mouth, with pithy orange, lemon and green apple flavors. A crisp finish with citrus zest leaves a clean final impression.",,8,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Casa de Campo 2012 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-campo-2012-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2012,Casa de Campo 14,Red,US,"This is an aromatically reticent wine with notes of cherry, herbs, and bell pepper. The palate has sweet fruit flavors, soft, chalky tannins and a smoke-filled finish.",Windmill Red,15,85,Idaho,,,Williamson Vineyard 2009 Windmill Red Sangiovese-Cabernet Sauvignon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williamson-vineyard-2009-windmill-red-red-blend-sangiovese-cabernet-sauvignon-snake-river-valley/,Sangiovese-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Williamson Vineyard 13,White,US,"A value-priced Sauvignon Blanc from Sobon, which also makes Shenandoah Vineyards wines in the Shenandoah Valley of California, within the greater Sierra Foothills. This white opens with floral aromatics followed by wet stone, apple and lemon, all in a subtle, lightly rendered way.",,11,85,California,California Other,California,Sobon Estate 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2012-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Sobon Estate 14.6,Red,US,"This modest Pinot offers light strawberry fruit, a dash of cola, and a component of earth and stem that overtakes the finish. It hints at green tannins, with a bit of brown sugar sweetness, perhaps from aging in 30% new oak.",Lazy River Vineyard Reserve,36,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Silvan Ridge 2009 Lazy River Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2009-lazy-river-vineyard-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Silvan Ridge 14.4,Red,US,"Falls somewhere between everyday and fancy, with an unripe, green edge and sharp acidity marring the silky texture and raspberry and cherry fruit.",Robert's Vineyard,45,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sebastiani 2011 Robert's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2011-roberts-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2011,Sebastiani 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,This is a simple and fresh Italian sparkler that offers white flower and peach backed by citrus and almond. A touch of soft sweetness adds a chewy spot that is followed by creamy mousse.,Extra Dry,15,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Terre di San Venanzio Fortunato NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-di-san-venanzio-fortunato-nv-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-172962/,Glera,,Terre di San Venanzio Fortunato 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Talc powder and white pepper appear at first and the bouquet opens to include additional layers of citrus and stone fruit. The perlage is sharp and toned.,Brut,15,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Terre di San Venanzio Fortunato NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-di-san-venanzio-fortunato-nv-brut-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-172961/,Glera,,Terre di San Venanzio Fortunato 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This simple Extra Dry Prosecco Superiore opens with peach, nectarine, simple lines and a watery mouthfeel. The sparkler's momentum is achieved mostly by the creaminess of its bubbles.",Extra Dry,,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Terra Serena NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-serena-nv-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-172953/,Glera,,Terra Serena 12,White,Italy,There's a sweet touch of ripe peach and pineapple here followed by fragrant citrus and tangerine skin. This is an easy expression of Pinot Grigio that shows soft peach notes on the close.,,11,85,Veneto,Venezia,,Pizzolato 2011 Pinot Grigio (Venezia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzolato-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Pizzolato 14.9,Red,US,"This is a soft, lusciously fruity wine for drinking now. With its silky texture, it's full of jammy cherry and raisin flavors that finish hot in alcohol.",,35,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sextant 2010 Tannat (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sextant-2010-other-red-tannat-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tannat,2010,Sextant 11,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a ripe, waxy quality to this wine that recalls apricot and honey. The fruit flavors are ripe and soft, with a smooth feel to the palate that is enhanced by the wine's natural acidity and its bright effervescence.",Animae Brut Millesimato,26,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Perlage 2012 Animae Brut Millesimato (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perlage-2012-animae-brut-millesimato-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Perlage 14,Red,Spain,"Forward cherry and plum aromas are fresh and lively. A blocky, full-bodied palate offers tasty plum and berry flavors in front of a firm finish with chocolaty notes and length. This is basic but done well.",Edicion Limitada,9,85,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Maximo 2011 Edicion Limitada Garnacha (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximo-2011-edicion-limitada-grenache-garnacha-vino-tierra-castilla/,Garnacha,2011,Maximo 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Juicy dark berry fruit and ripe blackberry open the bouquet of this Frizzante red wine. There's a tangy raw quality to the wine that would pair next to cheesy lasagna.,,,85,Central Italy,Emilia,,Monte delle Vigne NV Lambrusco (Emilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-delle-vigne-nv-italian-red-lambrusco-emilia/,Lambrusco,,Monte delle Vigne 12.5,White,France,"A simple Chardonnay, full in the mouth, spoiled by touches of sulphur. The wine should develop and bring out the ripe peach flavors that are lying beneath the surface.",,25,85,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Corine Perchaud 2010 Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-corine-perchaud-2010-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine Corine Perchaud 12,Sparkling,Italy,"This is an offbeat Spumante Rosato (made from a blend of Montepulciano, Sagrantino, Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon) packaged in a beautifully rimmed keepsake bottle. The contents offers tart flavors of almond, wild berry and cranberry.",Roös Brut,15,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Foss Marai NV Roös Brut Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foss-marai-nv-roos-brut-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,,Foss Marai 11,Red,Italy,Here's a Lambrusco executed in a frizzante secco style (bubbly but dry) that represents the kind of wine locals regularly drink with creamy pasta dishes. It opens with a dark purple color and shows chewy grape flavors.,,18,85,Central Italy,Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro,,Fattoria Moretto NV Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-moretto-nv-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-grasparossa-castelvetro/,Lambrusco,,Fattoria Moretto 11,Sparkling,Italy,Here's a ripe and plump Lambrusco with bright aromas of black cherry and raspberry jam. The wine feels generous and soft in the mouth with foamy cream on the close.,Otello Nero di,19,85,Central Italy,Emilia,,Cantina Ceci 2012 Otello Nero di Lambrusco (Emilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-ceci-2012-otello-nero-italian-red-lambrusco-emilia/,Lambrusco,2012,Cantina Ceci 13.9,White,US,"Aged in acacia and French oak barrels, this shows notes of lemon, smoke, and slightly burnt toast. It's creamy in feel but doesn't entirely come together.",Colter's Creek Vineyard Reserve,15,85,Idaho,Idaho,,Colter's Creek 2010 Colter's Creek Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colters-creek-2010-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-idaho/,Chardonnay,2010,Colter's Creek 13.3,Red,US,"Quite light and tart, this young Pinot brings bracing cranberry fruit flavors to the front of the palate. It feels a bit thin and one dimensional, likely a reflection of the cool vintage.",Oregon,22,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Coeur de Terre 2011 Oregon Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-terre-2011-oregon-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2011,Coeur de Terre 14,Red,Portugal,"From the Dom Martinho vineyard at Quinta do Carmo, this is a fresh wine, with an earthy, rustic character. Black fruits, juicy acidity and a leathery edge give it a mix of fruitiness and dryness. Age for a few more months before drinking.",Dom Martinho,12,85,Alentejano,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2010 Dom Martinho Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2010-dom-martinho-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2010,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 12.9,Red,US,"Pungent with strong aromas of stem and herb, the fruit suggests green banana and other minimally-ripe flavors. The wine is a bit disjointed, with stiff tannins and a green edge to the finish.",Winemaker's Selection,35,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Anne Amie 2010 Winemaker's Selection Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anne-amie-2010-winemakers-selection-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Anne Amie 11.5,White,Italy,"Moondrops opens with aromas of cut grass and citrus followed by background tones of peach and melon. Sweet fruit and soft, creamy effervescence appear on the finish.",Gocce di Luna Moondrops Extra Dry,17,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Anna Spinato NV Gocce di Luna Moondrops Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anna-spinato-nv-gocce-di-luna-moondrops-extra-dry-prosecco-171539/,Glera,,Anna Spinato 13.2,White,US,"Cool vintages make Hanna's Sauvignon Blanc a little green and minty, and 2012 was another cool vintage. The wine is dry and low in alcohol, with a grassy, gooseberry taste.",,18,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hanna 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Hanna 14,Red,Mexico,"This fiery Grenache delivers heat, bold fruit and cured meat aromas on what amounts to a flaming bouquet. Red fruit flavors dominate this forceful wine, while the finish turns meaty and salty tasting.",Pagano,28,85,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Hacienda La Lomita 2010 Pagano Grenache (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hacienda-lomita-2010-pagano-grenache-valle-guadalupe/,Grenache,2010,Hacienda La Lomita 14.9,Red,US,"This is a Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend aged for almost two years in about half new French oak. It's a structured, tannic wine, true to its Cabernet Sauvignon roots, and the herbal tendencies of Cab Franc.",The Beat,69,85,California,North Coast,Suisun Valley,GrapeHeart Vineyards 2010 The Beat Red (Suisun Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grapeheart-2010-beat-red-north-coast-suisun-valley/,Red Blend,2010,GrapeHeart Vineyards 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Zeta Dry, with a Zorro-style “Z” etched across the label, offers an easy-drinking sparkling wine experience with light shades of citrus, mineral and stone fruit.",Millesimato Dry Zeta,23,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Zardetto 2012 Millesimato Dry Zeta (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zardetto-2012-millesimato-dry-zeta-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Zardetto 13.5,Red,Mexico,"Initially hard, rooty aromas of leather and horsehide transition to cassis, raspberry and plum if given time. The palate on this is a bit rough and tannic, but there's also solid berry fruit and a moderately baked finish with a rubbery feel to give it character.",,40,85,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Vinos Magbel 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinos-magbel-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-valle-guadalupe/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Vinos Magbel 14.1,White,US,"A rich, somewhat one-dimensional wine. It has ripe orange, peach, lemon and lime flavors, brightened with plenty of zesty acidity.",,18,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Barlow 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barlow-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Barlow 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Light tones of citrus and peach color an easy Brut Prosecco Superiore that would work nicely with barbecue shrimp in sesame sauce. The acidity in this light sparkler keeps the palate clean.,Costa dei Peschi Brut,15,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Cà Vittoria NV Costa dei Peschi Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-vittoria-nv-costa-dei-peschi-brut-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-172946/,Glera,,Cà Vittoria 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This Extra Dry Prosecco opens with fresh citrus and peach at the forefront of white flower and crushed mineral. The wine is light, easy and crisp with a subtle touch of soft sweetness.",Blu Giovello,12,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Piera Martellozzo 2012 Blu Giovello (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piera-martellozzo-2012-blu-giovello-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,2012,Piera Martellozzo 11,Sparkling,Italy,This is a simple and straightforward expression of Prosecco with tight perlage and medium aromas of white flower and citrus. That subtle but soft sweetness you taste would pair nicely next to vegetable tempura.,Extra Dry,20,85,Veneto,Prosecco Treviso,,Ornella Molon NV Extra Dry (Prosecco Treviso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ornella-molon-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco-treviso/,Glera,,Ornella Molon 13,White,US,"A good, if fairly standard wine, showing all the popular Chardonnay elements. It's dry, crisp and creamy, with fruit and buttered toast flavors.",,30,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nitty Gritty 2011 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nitty-gritty-2011-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Nitty Gritty 13,Red,Portugal,"Bitter cherry, ripe berry fruits and some firm tannins are nicely blended in this forward, fruity wine. It has fresh acidity alongside black-currant fruit, ending on a spicy accent.",JP Azeitão Tinto,9,85,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2011 JP Azeitão Tinto Red (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2011-jp-azeitao-tinto-red-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese Red,2011,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 12,White,US,"A note of graham cracker hits the nose first, followed by touches of apple, lemon and granite. The palate is mineral driven, yet despite the bright acidity, the flavors taste a little dull.",,,85,Virginia,Monticello,,Jefferson Vineyards 2011 Johannisberg Riesling (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jefferson-2011-riesling-johannisberg-monticello/,Johannisberg Riesling,2011,Jefferson Vineyards 13,White,France,"Soft, peach fruits abound in this simple and attractive wine. It's fragrant and fruity, with a light texture and fresh acidity at the end.",Domaine Saint-Martin,,85,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Jean-Claude Debeaune 2011 Domaine Saint-Martin (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-debeaune-2011-domaine-saint-martin-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2011,Jean-Claude Debeaune 12,Red,France,"Ripe and jammy, this is bright Beaujolais. It's full of sweet fruits, soft tannins and lively acidity. At the end, the wine shows delicious cherries and just a touch of structure.",Domaine Pignard,,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Jean-Claude Debeaune 2011 Domaine Pignard (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-debeaune-2011-domaine-pignard-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2011,Jean-Claude Debeaune 12.5,Red,US,"Mild scents of cassis, coffee grounds and worn saddle leather mark the nose of this Petit Verdot. The palate is medium bodied and pliant, and though the alcohol only clocks in at12.5%, it feels warm. Faint tannins add a dust-like traction to the flavors of dried strawberry and spiced mocha.",,20,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Ingleside 2008 Petit Verdot (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ingleside-2008-petit-verdot-virginia/,Petit Verdot,2008,Ingleside 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a base Prosecco sparkling wine with bright citrus and melon aromas followed by fresh sage and crushed mineral. There's a dry, flinty sensation to the finish.",Sylvoz Brut,15,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Le Colture 2012 Sylvoz Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-colture-2012-sylvoz-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,2012,Le Colture 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a creamy and lush expression, with soft sweetness in the form of peach nectar and almond. The effervescence is soft and foamy.",Millesimato Extra Dry,19,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Salatin 2012 Millesimato Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salatin-2012-millesimato-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Salatin 11,Sparkling,Italy,A savory note of spice and leather opens the bouquet of this ruby colored sparkling wine from central Italy. Dark fruit flavors are backed by a bitter finish.,Il Grasparossa della Tradizione,24,85,Central Italy,Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro,,Tenuta Pederzana NV Il Grasparossa della Tradizione (Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-pederzana-nv-il-grasparossa-della-tradizione-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-grasparossa-castelvetro/,Lambrusco,,Tenuta Pederzana 13.5,White,US,"Not a bad price for a rich, creamy Chardonnay. It's sweet in brown sugar, orange and pineapple jam and vanilla flavors that appeal to the popular style.",,14,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,River Road 2011 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/river-road-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2011,River Road 12.8,Red,US,"Elegant black-cherry and cassis flavors are accented with savory tones of ripe stem and leaf in this slightly understated Cab Franc. Overall, the palate is lean in profile, but it's a brisk, straightforward wine offering plenty of varietal character.",,17,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Raphael 2010 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raphael-2010-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Raphael 15.6,Red,US,"This is a dark, brooding and earthy Zin, that's high in alcohol, intensely oaky, and with a huge black pepper character that dives head first towards the finish into slightly pruny land.",ReZerve,24,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2009 ReZerve Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2009-rezerve-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Sobon Estate 13.5,Red,US,"This Syrah, Merlot and Malbec blend is full bodied and tannic. It has rich, ripe blackberry and chocolate flavors. An everyday wine for drinking with barbecue or tacos.",Ranchero,20,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Silver Buckle 2010 Ranchero Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-buckle-2010-ranchero-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,2010,Silver Buckle 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"This organic Cava opens with round, yeasty aromas of dusty spice and baked apple. It's juicy in feel, while flavors of mature, pithy orange and grapefruit end short, both in length and level of finesse. For something bright and fresh, this fits the bill.",Hoya de Cadenas Brut Organic,13,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Vicente Gandia NV Hoya de Cadenas Brut Organic Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vicente-gandia-nv-hoya-cadenas-brut-organic-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Vicente Gandia 5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a fresh and easy Moscato d'Asti that opens with floral aromas and honey, backed by peach, dried sage and honeydew melon. Like the name of the grape suggests, there is a musky quality to this Moscato with more honey and dried herb on the close.",,,85,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Viberti Giovanni 2011 Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viberti-giovanni-2011-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2011,Viberti Giovanni 14,Red,Spain,"This smells stalky and leathery, while the mouthfeel is tannic, raw and racy. Flavors of baked black fruits turn herbal upon closer consideration, while the finish feels drawing and tastes leathery and peppery, without much fruit.",Celeste Crianza,28,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Torres 2010 Celeste Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2010-celeste-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2010,Torres 13.5,Red,Mexico,"Mocha, coffee, leather, brandied red fruit and a grassy aroma define the bouquet on this sweet, ripe-tasting Cabernet that's full of cherry and candied berry flavors. A sweet, jammy finish has a little burn to offer.",,28,85,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Emevé 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emeve-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-valle-guadalupe/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Emevé ,Red,US,"Tastes surprisingly ripe—even overripe—with dark chocolate, prune and caramelized oak flavors. Yet the tannin-acid structure is pure Napa—fine and elegant.",Bambino,65,85,California,Napa,St. Helena,Chiarello Family Vineyards 2010 Bambino Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiarello-family-2010-bambino-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Chiarello Family Vineyards 12,White,Italy,"A green, grassy quality that recalls lime and garden herb first opens the nose of this bright Soave. The wine is easy and thin with a drying touch of talc powder on the close.",,13,85,Veneto,Soave,,Corte Adami 2011 Soave,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-adami-2011-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2011,Corte Adami 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Simple lines of citrus and white flower define the one dimensional bouquet of this fresh and friendly Italian sparkler. The wine shows sharp, lively appeal with balanced acidity that feels fresh and bright in the mouth.",Brut,17,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Colesel NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colesel-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Colesel 13,White,Argentina,"Oily orange and vanilla cookie aromas lead to a juicy, tangy palate with citrusy flavors suggestive of white grapefruit, lime and gooseberry. This finishes lean, tangy, scouring and lasting.",,11,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Coiron 2012 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coiron-2012-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2012,Coiron 13.8,Red,US,"A half dozen unrelated red grapes are tossed into the mix here, making a serviceable blend with no distinctive flavor or focus. It's a stewpot red, fine for everyday enjoyment.",Farmhouse,11,85,America,,,David Hill NV Farmhouse Red (America),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-nv-farmhouse-red-america-153874/,Red Blend,,David Hill 12.8,White,US,"This is buttery to a fault, with the overpowering aroma of microwave popcorn. Once in the mouth, the simple fruit flavors are buried, and the finish leaves a lightly bitter impression.",Estate Reserve,18,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2010 Estate Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2010-estate-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,David Hill 12.5,Red,France,"A jolly, fruity wine—very Beaujolais—with a touch of bananas to go with cherry flavors and soft tannins. Ready to drink, and best served slightly chilled.",Sélection,,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Sélection (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-selection-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 13.5,White,Argentina,"Sulfur and match stick are the early aromas on this standard Chardonnay. After that blows off, apple and peach scents are pitted against overt oak. The palate feels good, while flavors of pineapple, mango, apple and cinnamon are oaky and not elevated.",Piedra Negra Reserve,,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,François Lurton 2012 Piedra Negra Reserve Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2012-piedra-negra-reserve-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2012,François Lurton 14,Red,Argentina,"Exotic aromas of dusty blueberry, latex and campfire set up a jammy, somewhat clumsy feeling palate with big, candied flavors of baked berry blended with sweet oak and licorice. The finish tastes minty, chocolaty and oaky, with heat.",,19,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Agostino 2009 Malbec-Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-agostino-2009-red-blend-malbec-syrah-mendoza/,Malbec-Syrah,2009,Finca Agostino 10,White,Portugal,"This is fairly typical, light, fruity lemon-driven Vinho Verde. It has a light spritz, and is exuberantly fresh with just a touch of ripeness and crisp, cool acidity. Perfect to drink this summer.",,8,85,Vinho Verde,,,Caves Aliança 2012 White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2012-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Caves Aliança 11.8,White,Mexico,"While this wine is unoaked, it still carries a strong whiff of sulfur and popcorn that doesn't really dissipate. The palate offers good feel and is balanced between weight and acidity. Flavors of melon and applesauce are round and end in a swirl of sweet pear.",Piedra del Sol,26,85,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Casa de Piedra 2012 Piedra del Sol Chardonnay (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-piedra-2012-sol-chardonnay-valle-guadalupe/,Chardonnay,2012,Casa de Piedra 12,Sparkling,Italy,"This Rosé sparkling wine offers a pretty pink color and easy aromas of citrus, pink grapefruit, peach and honey. Soft, creamy foam is backed by peachy sweetness.",Brut Rosé,18,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Trevisiol NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trevisiol-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,,Trevisiol 13,White,US,"On first sniff, the scent of sulfur shrouds this wine, but it fades with air to reveal tinges of grapefruit, white pepper, honeysuckle and a legume-like quality. The flavors seem restrained from the start, but they gain intensity with time. Zesty acidity gives the palate cut.",,14,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Rosemont 2011 Traminette (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemont-2011-other-white-traminette-virginia/,Traminette,2011,Rosemont 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Thin, simple and bright, this easy sparkling Prosecco Superiore opens with citrus, peach and white flower. Although the bottle does not specify the style, it feels like a Brut expression with very little residual sugar.",Bade,30,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Valdellövo NV Bade (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdellovo-nv-bade-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Valdellövo 13.9,Red,US,"A Cabernet Sauvignon that includes 8% Merlot, Silver Palm is dense and oaky, with round tannins and a big taste of cherry followed by a strong herbal and menthol component. Fairly priced, it's ready to be paired with rib roast.",,22,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,Silver Palm 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-palm-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Silver Palm 12.5,Red,France,"A light, perfumed wine with soft tannins and bitter cherry fruits. There is an earthy edge here, and while the wine has brisk acidity, there's an easy texture. It's ready to drink.",Le Clé Saint-Pierre,17,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Mommessin 2011 Le Clé Saint-Pierre (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2011-le-cle-saint-pierre-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2011,Mommessin 12,White,Italy,"Here's the quintessential Italian white wine to pair with fried calamari or mini pizzas. It offers fresh green notes of lime and garden herb, backed by peach and cantaloupe accents.",Costa di Nugola,18,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 2011 Costa di Nugola Vermentino (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-frescobaldi-2011-costa-nugola-italian-white-vermentino-toscana/,Vermentino,2011,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 12.5,Red,France,"Based in Nuits-Saint-Georges, Manuel Olivier has made a specialty of the wines from the Hautes Côtes in the hills behind the city. This is a light and fruity wine with freshness and some firm, dry tannins, although it's ready to drink now.",,20,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,,Manuel Olivier 2010 Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2010-pinot-noir-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-nuits/,Pinot Noir,2010,Manuel Olivier 12.5,White,Italy,"Light notes of peach and dusty mineral open the bouquet of this food-friendly Soave. You could pair the wine with seafood, summer pasta dishes or salad. It ends with notes of white flower and almond blossom.",Famiglia Pasqua,15,85,Veneto,Soave,,Pasqua 2011 Famiglia Pasqua (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasqua-2011-famiglia-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2011,Pasqua 12,Sparkling,Italy,Creamy purple foam fills the glass and once the wine relaxes it offers raw grape juice aromas with cherry soda and blackberry preserves. The sparkling Lambrusco boasts simple lines with a soft touch in the mouth.,Monovitigno,26,85,Central Italy,Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro,,Fattoria Moretto NV Monovitigno (Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-moretto-nv-monovitigno-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-grasparossa-castelvetro/,Lambrusco,,Fattoria Moretto 12.5,White,Italy,"Part of Italy's Vino Naturale movement, this organically-farmed Arneis opens with a pretty hay color and subtle aromas of peach, pear and Golden Delicious apple.",,17,85,Piedmont,Langhe,,Punset 2011 Arneis (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punset-2011-italian-white-arneis-langhe/,Arneis,2011,Punset 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made with organically-farmed Glera grapes, this sparkling Prosecco Superiore opens with subtle tones of lemon or almond blossom with slightly more sweetness than you usually get with a Brut sparkler.",Canah Brut,13,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Perlage NV Canah Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perlage-nv-canah-brut-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-172954/,Glera,,Perlage 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Briny fruit and distant toast aromas get this Cava started. The palate feels foamy, while pithy flavors of mildly bitter, heavy white fruits finish with a touch of burn and generic citrus.",Brut,13,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Conde de Subirats NV Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-de-subirats-nv-brut-sparkling-cava-172069/,Sparkling Blend,,Conde de Subirats 12.4,Sparkling,US,"Sparkling wine is all about texture, and the mouthfeel on this Chardonnay-based bubbly lacks refinement. The bubbles are scoury and the finish is rough. Still, it has rich citrus, yeast, honey and pear flavors.",Brut,22,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,River Road NV Brut Sparkling (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/river-road-nv-brut-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,River Road 13.5,Red,US,"This young Tempranillo shows light, pretty strawberry and tart cranberry fruit flavors. It's sharp and herbal, young and tight; a pleasant red that does not show any particularly strong varietal character.",,30,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Raptor Ridge 2011 Tempranillo (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raptor-ridge-2011-tempranillo-other/,Tempranillo,2011,Raptor Ridge 12.5,White,Spain,"White-fruit aromas, brine and clam shell notes get this Albariño going. The mouthfeel is full and lemony. Flavors of pickled, briny citrus and nectarine carry onto the finish. This is at its best now; in 2014 it will not be so good.",Valiñas,15,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Ramón Bilbao 2012 Valiñas Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramon-bilbao-2012-valinas-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2012,Ramón Bilbao 13.5,Red,US,"High-pitched, medium-intense notes of toasted wheat, black cherry, maduro and sweaty leather define the nose and palate. This is a medium-bodied wine, and it offers powdery tannins and juicy acids that support the flavors. Cherry and cocoa notes linger on the finish.",,22,85,Virginia,Monticello,,Jefferson Vineyards NV Petit Verdot (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jefferson-nv-petit-verdot-monticello/,Petit Verdot,,Jefferson Vineyards 12.5,White,Portugal,"This is a light and fruity wine from J. Portugal Ramos. It's crisp, with lemon and citrus flavor, and bright with grapefruit acidity. Drink now and over the next year.",Loios Branco,10,85,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2012 Loios Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2012-loios-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2012,J. Portugal Ramos 11,Dessert,US,"Golden yellow, with notes of fig, apricot and mint. At 23% residual sugar, it's rich and sweet, but the concentration drops off on the back half.",Ice Wine,20,85,Idaho,,,Koenig Vineyards 2009 Ice Wine Riesling,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koenig-2009-ice-wine-riesling-snake-river-valley/,Riesling,2009,Koenig Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"On this Pinot's plus side is a clean savoriness, with bright acidity highlighting raspberry, cocoa and spice flavors. On the debit side is its soft, fleshy ripeness. Drink up.",Vintner's Reserve,22,85,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2011 Vintner's Reserve Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2011-vintners-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Kendall-Jackson 13.5,Red,Argentina,"This gets going with rubbery aromas of burnt leaves and earth but not much fruit. The palate is medium bodied, with resiny oak notes and jammy berry flavors. Heat and herbal notes rise up on the tail. For $12, this is a good Cabernet.",Reserve,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2011 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2011-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Cruz Alta 13.5,Red,Italy,Le Grillaie offers easy fruit tones of cherry and blackberry with touches of cola and licorice at the back. This simple red white would pair well with a heaping plate of pasta and meat sauce.,Le Grillaie,,85,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Celli 2011 Le Grillaie (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/celli-2011-le-grillaie-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2011,Celli 13.7,Red,US,"Light in texture and color, this smoky Pinot Noir has a hugely woody quality to it. Dark tones overpower and overtake fruit on the palate.",,25,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Courtney Benham 2011 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2011-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Courtney Benham 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a fresh and simple Prosecco with sharp and clean perlage followed by citrus, peach, honey and even a touch of white peppercorn. This is a perfect aperitivo sparkler.",Brut,20,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Bacio della Luna NV Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacio-della-luna-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Bacio della Luna 14,White,Portugal,"Very tropical and aromatic, this is a powerfully rich white. It is tangy with sweet oranges, layered with pineapple and apricot. There is a spicy, peppery character that comes from the alcohol.",Serras de Azeitão Selecção do Enólogo,12,85,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2012 Serras de Azeitão Selecção do Enólogo White (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2012-serras-azeitao-seleccao-enologo-white-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese White,2012,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 12,White,Italy,"You can't beat the price versus quality ratio on offer here. Yes, this is an easy and thin wine, but it also delivers just enough fruit freshness and personality to pair with easy vegetable dishes or salads. Great for pool side parties or barbecues.",Re Midas,10,85,Veneto,Soave,,Cantina di Soave 2011 Re Midas (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2011-re-midas-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2011,Cantina di Soave 14.5,Red,US,"This is a huge Pinot Noir—big-boned all around—tasting of warm climate fruit, with bulky tannins and a heavy oak presence. Let it open a bit to let out the dark plum and earthy spice flavors.",Filigreen,33,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Paul Dolan 2010 Filigreen Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-dolan-2010-filigreen-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Paul Dolan 13.4,White,Argentina,"After nothing but busts in the past, this Sémillon is in good shape but won't stay fresh for long. Aromas of hay and stalky fruits are a bit strained. In the mouth, it's got good feel and flavors of nectarine and grapefruit. Bitter almond skin flavors control the finish on this textured, warm wine.",Estate Bottled,15,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Carmine Granata 2012 Estate Bottled Semillon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-carmine-granata-2012-estate-bottled-semillon-semillon-mendoza/,Sémillon,2012,Bodega Carmine Granata 13,White,Portugal,"This is a very perfumed wine, with the addition of Moscatel in the blend, adding the lychee flavor. It's textured with a crisp edge that allows the wine to retain its fresh character. This is a wine to be drunk young.",JP Azeitão Branco,9,85,Península de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2012 JP Azeitão Branco White (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2012-jp-azeitao-branco-white-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese White,2012,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 12.5,Sparkling,Portugal,"Blending Castelão and Arinto from the high elevation Quinta dos Loridos, this is a tight, bright wine, with an edge of almond bitterness, as well as citrus fruits. It's a crisp, bone-dry wine with no dosage.",Loridos Vintage Extra-Bruto,20,85,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2008 Loridos Vintage Extra-Bruto Sparkling (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2008-loridos-vintage-extra-bruto-sparkling-portuguese-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Portuguese Sparkling,2008,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 10,White,Portugal,"One of the most popular Vinho Verdes, this is in a light, medium-sweet style. Very fresh and crisp, with some attractive citrus acidity, and ready to drink now. Screwcap.",Casal Garcia Branco,8,85,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda 2012 Casal Garcia Branco White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2012-casal-garcia-branco-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Aveleda 13.7,Red,Argentina,"Black-fruit aromas are ripe and a little earthy. This is a thick yet jumpy wine with some aggression to the palate. Flavors of sweet, ripe berry fruits are basic and finish hot and toasty, with a coffee note.",,13,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 2011 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2011-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Alamos 9.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Thick purple foam tops this bubbly Lambrusco as it sits in the glass. In the mouth, the wine is semisecco, or slightly sweet, and it delivers plump aromas of black fruit and raspberry jam.",Contrada Borgoleto,17,85,Central Italy,Lambrusco Reggiano,,Cantina di Puianello 2012 Contrada Borgoleto (Lambrusco Reggiano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-puianello-2012-contrada-borgoleto-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-reggiano/,Lambrusco,2012,Cantina di Puianello 11,Sparkling,Italy,This is a fresh and light Prosecco that puts great emphasis on citrus and grapefruit aromas. Beyond those layers are touches of white flower and peach. Try this wine with a bowl of warm popcorn.,Heritage Extra Dry,13,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Canti NV Heritage Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canti-nv-heritage-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Canti ,White,Portugal,"Bical produces delicious pear and apple flavored wines. This bright, fruity wine is a fine example of this creamy freshness. It is a wine for drinking now, while fresh and crisp at the end.",Galeria,9,85,Bairrada,,,Caves Aliança 2012 Galeria Bical (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2012-galeria-portuguese-white-bical-bairrada/,Bical,2012,Caves Aliança 13.5,Red,Spain,"Pure blackberry aromas are friendly, however the palate is scratchy and sharp, with acidity that creates angularity and tartness. That's offset by generic black-fruit flavors and a touch of mocha. This is good Monastrell although the acidity is piercing.",Viña Honda,14,85,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Silvano Garcia 2011 Viña Honda Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-silvano-garcia-2011-vina-honda-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2011,Bodegas Silvano Garcia 12.5,Red,Italy,"This frizzante expression of Pinot Nero (made as a white wine) opens with a transparent color and thick white foam. It delivers aromas of white flower, citrus and peach and shows balanced acidity against those soft bubbles.",Magót,,85,Lombardy,Oltrepò Pavese,,Castello di Luzzano 2011 Magót Pinot Nero (Oltrepò Pavese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-luzzano-2011-magot-pinot-noir-nero-oltrepo-pavese/,Pinot Nero,2011,Castello di Luzzano 12.5,Red,Italy,"This is a sweet and ripe expression of Sangiovese that shows tones of cherry liqueur followed by a touch of wild strawberry. This easy-drinking wine shows loads of easy, fresh fruit.",Sassetto,16,85,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Villa Bagnolo 2009 Sassetto (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-bagnolo-2009-sassetto-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2009,Villa Bagnolo 13.5,White,Italy,"Laureato (“the graduate”) is a blend of 80% Chardonnay and 20% Fiano that opens with a bright golden color and slightly oxidized aromas of honey and caramel. At the back, you'll get exotic fruit and candied apricot. The mouthfeel is bold and soft.",Laureato,29,85,Southern Italy,Salento,,Vetrère 2011 Laureato White (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vetrere-2011-laureato-white-salento/,White Blend,2011,Vetrère 13.5,White,Argentina,"For a basic Chardonnay, this fits the bill. Citrus and peach aromas are standard and clean. The palate is tight and juicy, with no overt oak feel. Flavors of melon and pear have light spice and vanilla accents, while the finish is crisp.",Reserva,11,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca El Origen 2012 Reserva Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-origen-2012-reserva-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2012,Finca El Origen 14.5,Red,US,"There's nothing at all French about this Cab. It could only come from California, with its jammy, soft black cherry and chocolate flavors.",Louis XIV,30,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma County-Napa County,Frenchie Winery 2009 Louis XIV Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County-Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frenchie-winery-2009-louis-xiv-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-county-napa-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Frenchie Winery 13,White,US,"Ripe and creamy, with flavors of pineapple candy, honey, brown sugar, buttered toast and cinnamon. It's just what millions of Chardonnay lovers want.",,20,85,California,California Other,California,F.J. Serra 2012 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fj-serra-2012-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,F.J. Serra 13,Red,Portugal,"This is a bright, fruity wine, full of acidity and generous red fruit flavors with a soft texture. This will be ready to drink in a year.",Chão das Rolas,11,85,Península de Setúbal,,,Herdade da Comporta 2012 Chão das Rolas Red (Península de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-comporta-2012-chao-das-rolas-red-peninsula-setubal/,Portuguese Red,2012,Herdade da Comporta 14,Red,Argentina,"Minty green aromas blend with leathery red-fruit scents on what amounts to a gritty bouquet. The mouthfeel on this single-vineyard Malbec is rubbery, rugged and tannic, with a beam of tangy acidity keeping it moving. Flavors of rubber, salty berry and spice are sharp, and the finish is tannic.",Viña Cabra Corral Single Vineyard,35,85,Other,Cafayate,,Quara 2010 Viña Cabra Corral Single Vineyard Malbec (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quara-2010-vina-cabra-corral-single-vineyard-malbec-cafayate/,Malbec,2010,Quara 12.5,Red,US,"Sharp scents of saddle leather lead into a tannic, earthy wine that remains stubbornly closed even after some hours.",Flight Club Select,45,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Raptor Ridge 2011 Flight Club Select Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raptor-ridge-2011-flight-club-select-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2011,Raptor Ridge 12.5,White,US,"Whispers of smoke and flint on the nose of this intensely minerally Sauvignon Blanc blow off to reveal a bright, elegantly balanced wine with hints of fresh green grass and stems. It's brisk and refreshing, with an easy drinking feel.",,28,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2011-sauvignon-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Comtesse Thérèse 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Delicate and light with a pale pink color and creamy white foam on the surface, this is a great little sparkling aperitivo wine to pair with spicy tapas or finger foods. Rose, raspberry and a touch of strawberry open the fragrant bouquet.",Rosè Brut de Noir,16,85,Central Italy,Romagna,,Cleto Chiarli 2012 Rosè Brut de Noir Sparkling (Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cleto-chiarli-2012-rose-brut-noir-sparkling-romagna/,Sparkling Blend,2012,Cleto Chiarli 14.5,Red,US,"There is a roasted, slightly burnt scent to this wine, leading into smoky flavors of ground coffee and tar, wrapped around light red fruit.",,25,85,America,,,Clearwater Canyon 2009 Merlot (America),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clearwater-canyon-2009-merlot-america/,Merlot,2009,Clearwater Canyon 12,Sparkling,Italy,This is a fresh sparkling rosé wine that opens with thin aromas of cranberry and wild berry alongside subtle tones of bitter almond and apricot. The wine is very easy and informal overall.,Oltrenero Cruasé Brut,,85,Lombardy,Oltrepò Pavese,,Tenuta Il Bosco NV Oltrenero Cruasé Brut Pinot Nero (Oltrepò Pavese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-il-bosco-nv-oltrenero-cruase-brut-pinot-noir-nero-oltrepo-pavese/,Pinot Nero,,Tenuta Il Bosco 12.5,Rose,US,"Dark and heavy for a rosé, with extracted strawberry, red apple and spice flavors that finish a little sweet. Yet there's something deliciously sippable about it.",Rosé of Pinot Noir,15,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,River Road 2012 Rosé of Pinot Noir Rosé (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/river-road-2012-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Rosé,2012,River Road 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This fresh Prosecco offers citrus and peach aromas with dried hay and crushed mineral. The wine is simple and crisp overall with sharp, steely perlage.",Extra Dry,16,85,Veneto,Prosecco Treviso,,Salatin NV Extra Dry (Prosecco Treviso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salatin-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco-treviso/,Glera,,Salatin 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Cantolibero opens with a dark inky appearance and tart aromas of dark forest berry and blackberry. The mouthfeel is simple and compact and the bubbly nature of the wine adds plush softness to the finish.,Cantolibero,19,85,Central Italy,Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro,,Tenuta Pederzana 2012 Cantolibero (Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-pederzana-2012-cantolibero-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-grasparossa-castelvetro/,Lambrusco,2012,Tenuta Pederzana 13.7,White,US,"The alcohol is refreshingly low on this wine, making it delicate in the mouth. It's also full of lemon, peach and vanilla flavors. Easy to drink with hors d'oeuvres.",Timber Crest Vineyard,20,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Kokomo 2012 Timber Crest Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2012-timber-crest-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Kokomo 12.9,White,US,"Lots of delicious orange flavor in this pretty wine. It's overtly sweet, but a too soft for comfort.",Timber Crest Vineyard,20,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Kokomo 2012 Timber Crest Vineyard Muscat Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2012-timber-crest-vineyard-muscat-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Muscat Blanc,2012,Kokomo 12.5,Red,France,"A lightly perfumed wine, this is soft with warm strawberry flavors. The acidity and texture play a supporting role in this ripe, light-bodied wine.",,17,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Manuel Olivier 2010 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2010-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2010,Manuel Olivier 14.1,Red,US,"A simple Pinot Noir, lacking much structure. But it has a delicate mouthfeel and offers pleasant raspberry, cola, brown sugar and toasty oak flavors. Drink now.",Rio Russo,45,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Vino Vargas 2011 Rio Russo Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-vargas-2011-rio-russo-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Vino Vargas 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here is an easy and fresh Moscato d'Asti that offers a balanced dose of sweetness backed by honey, peach, exotic fruit and white flower. The mouthfeel is creamy and soft with plush, foamy cream.",,16,85,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Vino dei Fratelli 2012 Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-fratelli-2012-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2012,Vino dei Fratelli 12.5,White,US,"A power trio of beeswax, toasted baguette and apple aromas are at the fore, with a button-mushroom accent adding interest. The palate tastes of wax and spiced toast. Although the wine's acidity starts slightly flat, it picks up some steam on the midpalate.",Reserve,24,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Sunset Hills 2011 Reserve Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunset-hills-2011-reserve-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2011,Sunset Hills 13.5,Red,US,"This is the kind of Cabernet Sonoma County produces so effortlessly. It's full-bodied, dry and smooth, with a touch of smoky oak. The cherry and blackberry fruit is ripe and luscious. An easy wine to drink now.",Got Away,25,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Storyteller 2011 Got Away Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storyteller-2011-got-away-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Storyteller 13.5,Red,US,"Blended with 25% Grenache, this is an enjoyable wine with notes of peppery spice and plum. It's all about mouthfeel, light fruit flavors and citrusy acidity.",,30,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Season 2011 Syrah (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/season-2011-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern/,Syrah,2011,Season 13.5,Red,Spain,"Narrow aromas of red currant, raspberry and red plum carry a minty green accent. In the mouth, this blend of Tempranillo, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon is tight, with scratchy tannins and no shortage of acidity. Flavors of red berry and plum offer dry spice and herbal shadings.",Reserva,12,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Príncipe de Viana 2008 Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-viana-2008-reserva-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2008,Príncipe de Viana 13.7,Red,Argentina,"The nose on this choppy Cabernet deals red-fruit, tomato and pepperoni-like aromas. The palate is full of life and tight acidity, while the flavor profile is gritty and includes baked plum and saltiness. A BBQ'd, oaky finish carries plenty of the wine's racy acidity, leaving mild tartness.",Single Vineyard,15,85,Mendoza Province,Agrelo,,Lamadrid 2011 Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Agrelo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamadrid-2011-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-agrelo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Lamadrid 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Simple tones of citrus and cut grass open the bouquet of this fresh sparkling Prosecco. Talc powder and a very bright, almost steely quality of perlage characterizes the mouthfeel.",Poggio dei Vigneti Extra Dry,14,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Natale Verga 2012 Poggio dei Vigneti Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/natale-verga-2012-poggio-vigneti-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,2012,Natale Verga 13.2,White,US,"This is a moderately aromatic Viognier, with notes of white peach, yellow apple, and flowers. It's medium bodied and clean, with a textured feel but doesn't quite have the fruit concentration to match.",Williamson Vineyard,15,85,Idaho,,,Koenig Vineyards 2011 Williamson Vineyard Viognier,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koenig-2011-williamson-vineyard-viognier-snake-river-valley/,Viognier,2011,Koenig Vineyards 14.2,Red,US,"The aromas are light and elusive, with the palate bringing broad, medium-bodied, fresh cranberry flavors. It's cleanly made, if a bit innocuous.",,18,85,Idaho,,,Williamson Vineyard 2009 Sangiovese,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williamson-vineyard-2009-sangiovese-snake-river-valley/,Sangiovese,2009,Williamson Vineyard 13,White,US,"Broad scents of honeydew, candied lemon and orchard fruit mark the nose, with an underpinning of toasted nut. The palate is medium bodied, with balanced acidity and apple flavor.",,18,85,Virginia,Monticello,,White Hall 2011 Viognier (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-hall-2011-viognier-monticello/,Viognier,2011,White Hall 14.5,White,US,"No oak on this charming wine, so what you get is pure lemon, peach and mango fruit flavor. It's definitely on the rich side, and could use greater acidity to balance out the sugary finish.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Justin 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Justin 12.9,Red,US,"This is a light, simple wine, mixing tart cranberry fruit with streaks of leaf and stem. The rather low alcohol and overall lightness makes it a good summer quaffing red.",Cuvée A,22,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Anne Amie 2011 Cuvée A Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anne-amie-2011-cuvee-a-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Anne Amie 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Aragonez, aka Tempranillo, here produces a ripe, juicy, red-fruit laden wine. Hedgerow fruits add a more stalky character to the palate. The whole wine is generously suffused with fresh acidity. Screwcap.",Ciconia,10,85,Alentejano,,,Herdade de São Miguel 2011 Ciconia Aragonez (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-sao-miguel-2011-ciconia-tempranillo-aragonez-alentejano/,Aragonez,2011,Herdade de São Miguel 7,Sparkling,Italy,"Fresh, bright and aromatic, this easygoing Moscato opens with tones of white flower, jasmine, honey and dried hay. The wine is pleasantly sweet with creamy mousse and foam.",,10,85,Italy Other,Italy,,Gionelli NV Moscato (Italy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gionelli-nv-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,,Gionelli 12.5,Red,France,"There's a kick of dry tannin behind this otherwise ripe wine. Raspberry flavors, red plum skins and a some bitterness add fruit and structure. It needs a year to soften out.",,,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Domaine Poulleau Père et Fils 2011 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-poulleau-pere-fils-2011-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Poulleau Père et Fils 11,Sparkling,Italy,This Lambrusco shows an extra touch of sophistication that sets it apart from most of the industrial stuff on the market. Dark berry and raspberries offer a linear and bright mouthfeel.,Vigneto Enrico Cialdini,15,85,Central Italy,Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro,,Cleto Chiarli 2012 Vigneto Enrico Cialdini (Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cleto-chiarli-2012-vigneto-enrico-cialdini-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-grasparossa-castelvetro/,Lambrusco,2012,Cleto Chiarli 14.4,Red,US,"Aged 24 months in French and American oak, the aromas are light with notes of vanilla, toffee, herbs and red fruit. The palate is simultaneously sweet and tart, with firm tannins and citrusy acidity.",,30,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,David Hill 2010 Tempranillo (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2010-tempranillo-southern-rogue-valley/,Tempranillo,2010,David Hill 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Packaged in an elegant bottle with a squarish-squat shape, this pretty Rosé sparkler opens with aromas of Granny Smith apple, citrus and a touch of sweet peach. The perlage is tonic and steely and would pair with spicy Indian samosas.",Otello Rosè Extra Dry,19,85,Central Italy,Emilia,,Cantine Ceci 2012 Otello Rosè Extra Dry Sparkling (Emilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-ceci-2012-otello-rose-extra-dry-sparkling-emilia/,Sparkling Blend,2012,Cantine Ceci 11,Sparkling,Italy,This simple and fresh Prosecco Superiore opens with subtle tones of lime and honeydew melon backed by zesty freshness and creamy mousse. It shows nice peach tones on the close.,Millesimato Brut,,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Cantina Produttori di Valdobbiadene 2012 Millesimato Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-produttori-valdobbiadene-2012-millesimato-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Cantina Produttori di Valdobbiadene 13.3,Red,Argentina,"Spicy red-plum aromas are dry and gritty, but fresh. This firm feeling Cab holds its own on the palate, which is tannic and a bit sandpapery. Tight, juicy flavors of spicy plum finish long, dry and mildly salty tasting.",Estate Bottled,15,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Carmine Granata 2010 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-carmine-granata-2010-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Bodega Carmine Granata 12,Sparkling,Italy,Here's a simple Prosecco by Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli and his family that offers fresh citrus and grapefruit with a touch of honey and peach on the close. It's a great choice for summer afternoon sipping.,Extra Dry,19,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Bocelli NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bocelli-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Bocelli 12.5,White,Italy,"There's a surprising amount of structure here that is rarely seen in Italian whites, especially Soave Classico. The wine also delivers ripe aromas of peach, melon and pineapple.",,10,85,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Balestri Valda 2011 Soave Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balestri-valda-2011-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2011,Balestri Valda 14.6,Red,US,"With scents and flavors of chocolate-covered cherries, this pretty and accessible Pinot Noir promises a bit more than it delivers. The light cherry fruit turns a bit earthy and tannic as it winds into a quick finish.",Freedom Hill Vineyard Reserve,40,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Silvan Ridge 2010 Freedom Hill Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2010-freedom-hill-vineyard-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Silvan Ridge 13.9,White,US,"An easy, flashy Chardonnay to drink now. Shows tropical fruit, green apple, honey and sweet oak flavors, with a savory edge of acidity.",,14,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2011 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Sebastiani 10.07,White,US,"At 6% residual sugar, this sweet, rich Riesling—all from Skyline Vineyard Ranch—has notes of jasmine, orange peel and nectarine.",Late Harvest,12,86,Idaho,,,Sawtooth 2010 Late Harvest Riesling,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawtooth-2010-late-harvest-riesling-snake-river-valley/,Riesling,2010,Sawtooth 11.9,Rose,US,"Bursting with ripe, juicy peaches, this intensely fruit-forward white Merlot is surprisingly dry and dainty on the palate. It's straightforward and approachable in style, with just a hint of stony minerality on the finish.",Bianca Rosé,20,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sannino 2012 Bianca Rosé Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sannino-2012-bianca-rose-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2012,Sannino 13.7,White,US,"Fermented and aged in stainless steel, this single-vineyard Sauvignon Blanc is medium bodied, with notes of lime and herbs. There's a touch of sugar to offset the tart acids, and the alcohol lingers on the finish.",Talitha Cumi Bloc in Prayer Rock Vineyards,22,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Reustle 2012 Talitha Cumi Bloc in Prayer Rock Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reustle-2012-talitha-cumi-bloc-in-prayer-rock-sauvignon-blanc-southern-umpqua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Reustle 14.9,Red,US,"This blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre is extraordinarily rich and soft in cherry pie, chocolate, licorice, bacon and pepper spice flavors. The tannins are wonderfully velvety, and the finish is long and nicely dry. Unbalanced alcohol makes the wine taste hot all the way through.",Portolan,80,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sextant 2010 Portolan Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sextant-2010-portolan-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Sextant 14.5,White,US,"Oak sticks out on this Chardonnay, with buttered toast, honey and caramel flavors dominating the underlying tropical and citrus fruits. It has good acidity and a fine minerality, but feels overworked. Drink now.",Brown Ranch,48,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2010 Brown Ranch Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2010-brown-ranch-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2010,Saintsbury 13.9,Red,US,"With cassis and plum aromas, this mid-weight Cabernet Sauvignon from the Foothills has a taste of licorice and vanilla, particularly on the finish, testament to its 33 months in new American oak.",Estate,28,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Martin Lane Winery 2009 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-lane-winery-2009-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Martin Lane Winery 16.5,Red,US,"There's lots to like about this wine, from its soft tannins and floral opening aromas to its spicy layers and integrated tannins. But at 16.5% alcohol, it's a crazy big wine, which makes it a difficult wine to pair with food or enjoy over a night without regrets in the morning.",Del Arroyo Vineyard,35,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Occasio 2010 Del Arroyo Vineyard Zinfandel (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/occasio-2010-arroyo-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Occasio 12,White,Italy,"Made from Cortese grapes from northern Italy, this bright and easy white wine offers drying mineral notes that frame a solid core of yellow fruit and citrus. The wine is light, lean and washes down beautifully.",Verga Collection,12,86,Piedmont,Gavi,,Natale Verga 2012 Verga Collection (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/natale-verga-2012-collection-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2012,Natale Verga 13.5,Red,Mexico,"This Syrah opens with tobacco, chili pepper, hard spice and syrupy berry aromas. In the mouth, it's full and rich, with ripe, concentrated berry flavors accented by more rustic notes of herbs and roots. A peppery tasting, hot feeling finish does a long simmer before ending rough.",Limited Edition,30,86,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Monte Xanic 2011 Limited Edition Syrah (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-xanic-2011-limited-edition-shiraz-syrah-syrah-valle-guadalupe/,Syrah,2011,Monte Xanic 14.5,Red,US,"Like previous vintages of this bottling, this is a pretty good Cabernet—rich and fruity but dry. It's a bit tough and stringy in texture, with unyielding tannins that are unlikely to improve with age.",Silverwood Vineyard Mountain Grown,26,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Miro 2010 Silverwood Vineyard Mountain Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miro-2010-silverwood-vineyard-mountain-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Miro 13,White,France,"This is a young, perfumed wine with honey, pear and melon flavors. Along with its crisp lemon edge, there is a more mineral, tangy, aftertaste, a feeling of steel on the tongue.",La Roche,,86,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Michel Dutour 2011 La Roche (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-dutour-2011-roche-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2011,Michel Dutour 12.5,Rose,Italy,This is a very attractive rosato from coastal Tuscany that opens with a pale pink color and delicate aromas of rose petal and wild berry. There's a touch of sour cherry on the close.,Illario,,86,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Fattoria di Magliano 2012 Illario Rosato (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-magliano-2012-illario-rose-rosato-maremma-toscana/,Rosato,2012,Fattoria di Magliano 13,White,France,"Textured, mineral wine, with hints of butter and caramel. These go with the ripe peach and pear fruits, offering a gentle, rounded character that offers attractive drinking now.",Domaine de la Bâtie,,86,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Georges Duboeuf 2011 Domaine de la Bâtie (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2011-domaine-batie-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2011,Georges Duboeuf 12.5,White,Italy,"This easy-drinking Grigio from the deep south of Italy opens with bright lemon and peach followed by a thick, waxy feel in the mouth. It could use a tad more acidity to keep it fresh.",,,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Villa Pozzi 2012 Pinot Grigio (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-pozzi-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-sicilia/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Villa Pozzi 13.9,White,US,"Almost as sweet as a dessert wine, this Viognier has flavors of white sugar and a fruit juice blend of oranges, mangoes and peaches.",Huerhuero,22,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2012 Huerhuero Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2012-huerhuero-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2012,Vina Robles 12,White,Italy,"Described as medium-sweet on the label, this light white wine offers tones of peach nectar, honey and white flower. It is a simple and one dimensional wine with a subtle touch of sweetness on the close. Pair it with salty appetizers.",,10,83,Italy Other,Italy,,Canti NV White (Italy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canti-nv-white-other/,White Blend,,Canti 11,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a soapy, fragrant quality to this brut sparkling wine that is backed by slightly muddled aromas of simple citrus and peach. It's perfect for very informal drinking occasions.",Ville D'Arfanta Brut Millesimato,,83,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Vinicola Serena 2012 Ville D'Arfanta Brut Millesimato (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinicola-serena-2012-ville-darfanta-brut-millesimato-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2012,Vinicola Serena 15.2,Red,US,"Tastes unevenly ripened, with vegetal notes alongside the berries. Also feels overly soft and hot in alcohol.",Reserve Lot 13 Tecklenberg Ranch,25,82,California,California Other,California,Loken Cellars 2010 Reserve Lot 13 Tecklenberg Ranch Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loken-cellars-2010-reserve-lot-13-tecklenberg-ranch-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2010,Loken Cellars 13.5,White,US,"A simple wine, with some charm. The chief fault is unripeness, in the form of bell peppers and ammonia. Yet you'll also find citrus and tropical fruits, leading to a honeyed finish.",,12,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Michael Pozzan 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-pozzan-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Michael Pozzan 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and heavy, tasting like the syrup of a cherry-cola drink. Ready for drinking now.",,40,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Sutcliffe 2011 Pinot Noir (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sutcliffe-2011-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2011,Sutcliffe 14,Red,US,"This is a 40-40 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot, with the balance consisting of Merlot. It's a barrel selection of the winery's best lots, from its various vineyards, and has been aged in 100% new French oak. Yet it's not oaky at all, with the wood bringing only additional sweet, smoky richness to the red currants, cherries, dark chocolate and spices. This is a superb wine, delicious right out of the bottle, but it should develop and, depending on your tastes, improve over the next 20 years.",Reserve,135,95,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2010 Reserve Red (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2010-reserve-red-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Von Strasser 13,Red,US,"Ignore its generic Oregon AVA—this is King Estate's top wine, a rich reserve-level Pinot Noir redolent with Asian spices, saffron, cumin and more. Nuances of dusty cocoa powder lead into a thrilling wine with a spine of steel, focusing its ripe, fleshy fruit through a long, cellar-worthy finish.",Domaine,70,94,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2009 Domaine Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2009-domaine-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,King Estate 14,Red,US,"This is one of Von Strasser's newer bottlings, with the grapes planted only in 2001. It is a designation to watch for its intensity, purity and longevity. Enormously focused in black currants, dark chocolate and moo shu plum sauce, it shows the hard tannins of a young Diamond Mountain Cab. The winemaker has unusually added a small percentage of Zinfandel to the blend. Should begin to blossom after 2018.",Agira Vineyard,80,93,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2010 Agira Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2010-agira-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Von Strasser 7.5,White,Germany,"This stunning Riesling is a showcase of Riesling's incredible propensity for dimension and harmony, balancing fruit and earth notes with an array of exotic spice. It's juicy and ripe with sweet stonefruit flavor, but shines with piercing acidity and minerality.",Serrig Schloss Saarsteiner Auslese,66,93,Mosel,,,Schloss Saarstein 2010 Serrig Schloss Saarsteiner Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-saarstein-2010-serrig-saarsteiner-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Schloss Saarstein 8,White,Germany,"This wine is unabashedly forward with sweet, juicy, stonefruit intensity, yet remarkably composed. Delicately structured, it's anchored with piercing citrus acidity and a bristle of crushed-stone and slate minerality on the finish.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese,57,93,Mosel,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2010 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2010-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Joh. Jos. Prüm 13,Red,US,"This is a marvelous wine, both elegant and complex, with intriguing scents of bacon, butter and chocolate woven around rich cherry fruit. The fine tannins and overall balance proceed through a lingering finish that carries a pleasing suggestion of well-tanned leather.",Old School Vineyards,55,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,King Estate 2010 Old School Vineyards Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2010-old-school-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,King Estate 7,White,Germany,"Smoke and violet florals add nuance to sweet quince jelly and yellow peach notes on this vibrant, mouthwatering Riesling. It's delicate in frame, but penetrates the palate with rich, juicy fruit and a shower of orange acidity that carries a long finish.",Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese,64,93,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2010 Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2010-urziger-wurzgarten-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Loosen 14.1,Red,US,"There's a delicacy to this Pinot that makes it a welcome alternative to the big, clumsy style. The color is translucent, and the alcohol is relatively low, giving it a nice, bouncy mouthfeel. The depth of flavor is impressive, suggesting ripe forest raspberries and cherries, and a hint of mushrooms. It would be a pity to drink this wine before 2017.",Jensen Vineyard,75,93,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2010 Jensen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2010-jensen-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2010,Calera 14.5,Red,US,"Tough and gritty, with hard tannins, this is definitely astringent and dry, but it does show classic Napa character. Blended with Cabernet Franc and Merlot, it's rich in blackberry, black cherry, currant and dark chocolate flavors that finish long. It would be a mistake to drink this wine too young. Cellar it until 2018, and it should provide mature beauty well beyond.",,49,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Redmon 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redmon-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Redmon 13.5,White,Germany,"Dry and steely in focus, yet ebulliently fruity and floral on the nose and palate, there's so much dimension to this fantastic Riesling. Intensely ripe stonefruit flavors leave an irresistible glycerine slick on the palate, but it finishes clean with a shower of crushed-stone minerality and steel.",Wallhausen Felseneck GG Trocken,66,93,Nahe,,,Prinz Salm 2010 Wallhausen Felseneck GG Trocken Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-salm-2010-wallhausen-felseneck-gg-trocken-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2010,Prinz Salm 14,Rose,France,"A powerful, wood-aged rosé that shows great richness, density and structure. Treat this as a fine wine and you'll appreciate the texture, the mature berry fruits, the spice and vanilla flavors. Weighty and full in the mouth, this could even age well for another year or two.",Garrus,90,93,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château d'Esclans 2011 Garrus Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-desclans-2011-garrus-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2011,Château d'Esclans 14.8,Red,US,"Classic Howell Mountain Cabernet. The fruit is intense and concentrated in black currants and cocoa, the tannins are strong and hard, the acidity is perfect, the finish is entirely dry, and there's a firm minerality. So deliciously elegant now, it's hard to resist, but this Cab will surely reward cellaring through at least 2017.",,75,93,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Bjorn 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bjorn-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Bjorn 8,White,Germany,"Intensely earthy notes of honey and wax, and just the faintest whiff of petrol, are enticing precursors of maturity within an otherwise delightfully fresh, fruity Riesling. It's delicately crisp on the palate, but ends with a long, lanolin-coated finish.",Graacher Himmelreich Auslese,42,93,Mosel,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2010 Graacher Himmelreich Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2010-graacher-himmelreich-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Joh. Jos. Prüm 14.2,Red,US,"This wine was made from very specific Pinot Noir clones planted in a small block of the estate vineyard. It's exceptionally ripe with raspberry and cherry flavors, and plenty of new oak. A big wine, it's dark in color and impressive in weight, yet maintains a complex lightness of being. Drink now–2017.",Chico's Run Doña Margarita Vineyard Unfiltered,48,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Marimar Estate 2009 Chico's Run Doña Margarita Vineyard Unfiltered Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2009-chicos-run-dona-margarita-vineyard-unfiltered-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Marimar Estate 14.8,Red,US,"The Boushey cuvée—100% varietal—really delivers the goods. Cassis and blueberry, cherry and plum, high acidity and nuanced notes of toasted nuts, graphite and smoked meats are all in play. Complex and balanced, it's a delicious bottle right now, but could certainly age at least another five years.",Boushey Grande Côte Vineyard,36,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea Cellars 2008 Boushey Grande Côte Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-cellars-2008-boushey-grande-cote-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,McCrea Cellars 15.2,Red,US,"Exceedingly rich and sweet in blackberries, currants and chocolate, this Cab is also high in alcohol, but there's no heat. The glycerine-like sweetness is part of the enjoyable package. 100% new French oak is not out of balance, bringing sweet vanilla and toast to the package. Defines the Paso style of warmth, opulence and soft deliciousness.",Passing By,46,93,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Jada Vineyard & Winery 2010 Passing By Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jada-vineyard-winery-2010-passing-by-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Jada Vineyard & Winery 13.7,Red,US,"As in the past, Leonetti's 2010 Sangiovese was co-fermented with Syrah (11%), and sourced from Seven Hills, Pepper Bridge and Mill Creek Upland vineyards. It's flat-out delicious from the first scents of barrels and fruits, right on through a lush palate rich in flavors of berries, rum-soaked cherries and exotic spices. A long finish, with a smoky/earthy cast, is supported with tart acids.",,65,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2010 Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2010-sangiovese-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese,2010,Leonetti Cellar 14.6,White,US,"A precise, detailed and thoroughly exemplary Viognier. It's both thick and racy, loaded with ripe, rich tree fruits, with lemon drop citrus and a lick of lightly honeyed butterscotch. Luscious and lingering.",Elerding Vineyard,24,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stottle 2011 Elerding Vineyard Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stottle-2011-elerding-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2011,Stottle 13.9,Red,US,"At almost five years of age, this wine is mellow, smooth and incredibly good. It shows classic Cabernet flavors of blackberries and sweet cassis liqueur. It is beautifully concentrated with ripe fruit just starting to develop interesting, aged characteristics. Just beautiful for drinking now, and should continue to evolve in the bottle for at least six more years.",Kidd Ranch,60,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequum 2008 Kidd Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequum-2008-kidd-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Sequum 14,White,Austria,"There is deliciously pure fruit here, rich certainly but with a straight line to pear, sweet orange and peach flavors. Behind the fruity exterior is a more structured core, showing spice as well as density and final acidity. Age for three years and more.",Ried Loibenberg Smaragd,56,93,Wachau,,,Emmerich Knoll 2011 Ried Loibenberg Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmerich-knoll-2011-ried-loibenberg-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Emmerich Knoll 14,Red,Chile,"For price and quality, Le Dix 2010 takes things to a high level. The nose on this Cabernet-led blend is full of violet, lilac, cassis and mild oak. The palate is multilayered and has a complex feel to it, while flavors of baked berry, cassis, coffee and marzipan finish with size and length. This is one of the most balanced and complete versions of Le Dix to date. Drink from 2014–2022.",Le Dix de Los Vascos,65,93,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2010 Le Dix de Los Vascos Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2010-le-dix-los-vascos-red-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2010,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 14.4,Red,US,"At nearly seven years in age, this 100% Cabernet is still offering ripe, fresh blackberry, cassis liqueur, dark chocolate and oak flavors. It feels young, with firm, hard tannins, but very fine and complex. Just at the beginning of its journey, it will easily reward further cellaring. Hold until 2015, at the very least.",Meteor Vineyard,135,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tom Eddy 2005 Meteor Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tom-eddy-2005-meteor-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Tom Eddy 14.5,Red,Spain,"This inky, jammy smelling Toro is overflowing with blackberry and blueberry aromas. In the mouth, grabby tannins rise up with power, creating a rugged mouthfeel. Flavors of blackberry, charred oak, burnt meat and blackened spices finish dark, toasty, peppery and slightly bitter. Talk about a serious Toro with massive flavors and pounding tannins; drink from 2014 through 2019.",Victorino,63,93,Northern Spain,Toro,,Teso La Monja 2010 Victorino (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teso-monja-2010-victorino-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2010,Teso La Monja 14.8,Red,US,"Any warm California region can ripen fruit to this degree, resulting in blackberry, cassis and chocolate flavors. But Napa's special magic concerns the wine's structure. Here, you'll find fantastically firm tannins and quite a bit of acidity. Both give the wine the architecture to house all the richness. Drink now, after decanting, and over the next 10 years.",Estate,85,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,St. Supéry 2009 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2009-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,St. Supéry 9.5,Dessert,Austria,"Totally intense, perfumed, spicy and rich in botrytis honey, this is a great sweet wine. Tropical fruits are combined with lime marmalade, the concentration balanced by formidable acidity. Keep this superb wine many years.",Trockenbeerenauslese,35,93,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 2006 Trockenbeerenauslese Sämling (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-hans-und-christine-2006-trockenbeerenauslese-other-white-samling-burgenland/,Sämling,2006,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 13.8,White,US,"This precisely crafted wine lifts Carneros Chardonnay to a whole new level. Yes, it's pricey, but so complex and decadent, it's worth it. The alcohol is refreshingly low, the acidity is bright, and there's a lick of steel to balance the nectarine and mango fruit, buttered-toast and cream flavors.",Hudson Vineyard,50,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Failla 2011 Hudson Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2011-hudson-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Failla 14.1,Red,US,"Fantastic fruit, tantalizing acidity and overall balance mark this Pinot. It's ripe with cherries, pomegranates, rhubarb and persimmons, while plentiful new oak is perfectly in keeping with the underlying power. Drink now, after proper decanting, or age over the next 5–15 years, as it gradually reveals different sides of itself.",Rochioli Vineyard,65,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2010 Rochioli Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2010-rochioli-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Gary Farrell 11.5,White,Germany,"This beautiful dry Riesling highlights intense minerality against a delicate backdrop of white blossoms, lemon-peel and lanolin notes. It's richly textured with ripe tangerine and peach flavors that finish long with a steely, honed focus.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr GG Trocken,,93,Mosel,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2010 Wehlener Sonnenuhr GG Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2010-wehlener-sonnenuhr-gg-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 11,White,Germany,"Delicate orange blossom and honey flavors meld with fresh, green herbal notes on this elegant, yet lushly textured, Riesling. The palate is off-dry with concentrated white peach flavors, but finishes dry on a lingering chalky note.",Hattenheimer Wisselbrunnen Auslese,167,93,Rheingau,,,Baron Knyphausen 2010 Hattenheimer Wisselbrunnen Auslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-knyphausen-2010-hattenheimer-wisselbrunnen-auslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Baron Knyphausen 13.7,Red,US,"Extraordinarily rich, ripe and flashy, this is a delicious wine to drink now, although it has the tannic structure to age. It's softly approachable with black cherry, mocha and sweet oak, with exceptional purity and refinement. The blend is Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Will continue to evolve positively over the next 5–6 years.",Alliance,90,93,California,Sonoma,Pine Mountain-Cloverdale Peak,Captûre 2010 Alliance Red (Pine Mountain-Cloverdale Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capture-2010-alliance-red-sonoma-pine-mountain-cloverdale-peak/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Captûre 13.5,Red,US,"This is one of eight new 2010 Cabernet or Bordeaux-style blends from the winery, and they're all very fine wines, more alike than not. The Spaulding is mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with some Merlot and Petit Verdot. It's moderate in alcohol, bone dry and enormously tannic, with classic black currant and dark chocolate flavors that finish complex and hard with minerals. Will develop for many years. Best after 2018.",Spaulding Vineyard,80,93,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2010 Spaulding Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2010-spaulding-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Von Strasser 14,Red,US,"Enormously concentrated in blackberry and cherry llqueur and currant flavors, wrapped into hard tannins, this is a classic Von Strasser Cabernet. Hard to describe the richness except to say that few Cabs are this potent. Yet the wine is thoroughly dry, and the balance is exceptional. Needs plenty of time. Best after 2019.",Post Vineyard,80,93,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2010 Post Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2010-post-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Von Strasser 15.2,Red,US,"Sort of a reserve version of the Zachary's Ladder, this is a 60/40 Syrah/Cabernet blend. Some of the Syrah has been barrel fermented, and the finished wine spent 21 months in new French oak. Thick and tannic, it is still settling into itself, but offers rich components—citrus, acid, spice, stem, chocolate, earth, dust and that dense black fruit core. The tannins are fine-grained and fulsome.",The Evil Twin,65,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Gorman 2010 The Evil Twin Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2010-evil-twin-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Gorman 15,Red,Chile,"Deep, lush aromas of cassis, blackberry and baked plum come with herbal hints and balsamic notes. This feels full, slightly rich, creamy and focused, with toasty flavors of dark fruits, chocolate and herbs. It's a delicious wine with clarity and a satisfying finish. Drink now through 2015.",Hacienda Araucano Alka Estate Bottled,50,93,Colchagua Valley,,,François Lurton 2010 Hacienda Araucano Alka Estate Bottled Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2010-hacienda-araucano-alka-estate-bottled-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,François Lurton 14.5,Red,US,"Kudos to vintner Eddy for holding this back for nearly six years. It's still fresh, with rich blackberry, cherry, mocha and oak flavors. The tannins are gorgeous, and the acids are soft enough to permit drinking now. Good as it is, all indications are that it will evolve in bottle complexity. Hold until 2018.",,95,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tom Eddy 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tom-eddy-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tom Eddy 11.5,White,Germany,"There's so much ripe, lush peach and quince flavor in this intensely concentrated Riesling, but the palate is dry and nuanced. Fruit melds into layers of crushed slate, ash, and herbal green notes, finishing long with a hint of smoky petrol.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr GG Old Vines Dry,47,93,Mosel,,,S.A. Prüm 2009 Wehlener Sonnenuhr GG Old Vines Dry Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2009-wehlener-sonnenuhr-gg-old-vines-dry-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,S.A. Prüm 13.5,Red,US,"Though generally tight and backward upon release, Eyrie Pinots have an astonishing track record for ageability. This beautifully-defined effort should be no exception. Beet root, cranberry and dusty spices are hung on a crystal frame. Tasted blind, it might pass for a very fine young Barbaresco.",Original Vines Reserve,60,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,The Eyrie Vineyards 2010 Original Vines Reserve Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eyrie-2010-original-vines-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,The Eyrie Vineyards 7.5,Dessert,Germany,"While lithe and dainty in structure, this little Riesling packs a big punch of floral and honeyed fruit flavor. It's rich and complex with notes of smoke, caramelized sugar, and layers of crushed rocks that linger on the long, orange-scented finish.",Auslese,45,93,Rheingau,,,Schloss Vollrads 2010 Auslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-vollrads-2010-auslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Schloss Vollrads 14.7,Red,US,"The XY Reserve from Stevens is the best of an outstanding lineup of cellar-worthy, Yakima Valley red wines. Both elegant and powerful, it opens with a well-finessed bouquet of funk, fruit and flowers. The mid-palate brings compact black fruits, beautifully-structured with firm acids and fine tannins. This may be decanted and enjoyed immediately, or cellared indefinitely.",XY Reserve,45,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2009 XY Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2009-xy-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Stevens 13.9,Red,US,"This is a lovely Pinot Noir, with a translucent ruby color. It's dry, delicately structured, moderate in alcohol and complex. The cherry, pomegranate and persimmon flavors have a pleasant tea-like bitterness, along with earthy notes of mushrooms and sweet wild herbs. At this price, it's one of the greatest bargains on the market. Unfortunately, only 800 cases are in circulation.",,25,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Reaper 2010 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reaper-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Reaper 14.2,Red,US,"This is a big, vital, dramatic Pinot Noir that shows its fine terroir with enormously concentrated raspberry and cherry fruit, balanced by fine acidity, subtle tannins and a bite of cherry-pit bitterness. It's a great wine that will benefit from 6–8 years in the cellar.",Quail Hill Vineyard Block 10,70,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2011 Quail Hill Vineyard Block 10 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2011-quail-hill-vineyard-block-10-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Lynmar 14,Red,US,"This is 100% varietal Merlot, aged 15 months in new and neutral French oak barrels and botti. It's tangy, sleek and supple, with a spectrum of fruit from cranberry on through blackberry. Tannins are polished and mouth-coating, with substantial power. The finish brings hints of herbs and black olives.",,75,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2011 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2011-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2011,Leonetti Cellar 15.2,Red,US,"This is a very expensive Cabernet, but it also tastes dramatic and powerful. The chocolate, blackberry, currant and oak flavors are massive, while the tannin-acid structure is just about perfect. Feels as lush as California Cab gets, but never loses integrity or balance. Should age well for the next 10 years.",,120,93,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Linked 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/linked-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Linked 14.6,Red,US,"An awesomely rich Pinot Noir, this is a big wine that's darkly colored and intensely layered with raspberry, chocolate, spice and mushroom notes. Lots of new oak shows up, but it's balanced against the wine's power. Delicious now, but should reward aging over the next eight years.",Stony Block Don Miguel Vineyard Unfiltered,47,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2009 Stony Block Don Miguel Vineyard Unfiltered Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2009-stony-block-don-miguel-vineyard-unfiltered-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Marimar Estate 14.1,White,US,"The Chardonnays from this Farrell bottling are always very fine and among the most consistent across vintages. The 2010 shows ripe, concentrated tropical fruit and green-apple flavors, brightened with crisp, Russian River acidity. Deft, firm and delicious, it will provide great Chardonnay pleasure over the next 4–5 years.",Rochioli-Allen Vineyards,45,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2010 Rochioli-Allen Vineyards Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2010-rochioli-allen-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Gary Farrell 14.1,Red,US,"The Dijon clones (667 and 777) used in this wine yield unusually pure, intensely clean flavors of raspberries, cherries and anise, at a moderate alcohol level. The vineyard location and cool vintage must have contributed to the acidic bite. It's a very fine wine—elegant and noble—but immature. You'll want to cellar it for 5–6 years to allow it to show its stuff.",Hallberg Vineyard-Dijon Clones,60,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2010 Hallberg Vineyard-Dijon Clones Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2010-hallberg-vineyard-dijon-clones-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Gary Farrell 14.5,White,US,"Insanely rich and opulent, brimming with apricot and tangerine jam, green-apple butter, pineapple tart, vanilla, honeysuckle, buttered toast and spice flavors. Somehow, the mass is reined in by a tight framework of acids, minerals and oak tannins. This shows the pedigree that comes from this famous vineyard, as well as the Williams Selyem signature of extreme class and deliciousness. Drink over the next five years.",Olivet Lane Vineyard,55,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2011 Olivet Lane Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2011-olivet-lane-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Williams Selyem 14.5,Red,US,"This very interesting wine treads a delicate balance between exuberantly ripe persimmons and cherries, and earthier notes of red tomatoes. But those tomatoes are rich and satisfying, like summer heirloom varieties picked fresh off the vine that are sweet as a peaches. Veteran Stemmler, who can usually be depended on to turn out serious Pinot Noir, has succeeded here, giving us a delicious wine for drinking now, but one whose balance should protect it for 6–8 years.",Estate Grown,44,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Stemmler 2010 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stemmler-2010-estate-grown-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Stemmler 14,White,Austria,"From vineyards close to the romantic ruins of Dürnstein castle, this is a steely, tight, nervy wine, full of citrus fruits, taut acidity and a a crisp texture. It's still very young, a wine that needs several years to really age properly.",Ried Schütt Dürnsteiner Smaragd,74,94,Wachau,,,Emmerich Knoll 2011 Ried Schütt Dürnsteiner Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmerich-knoll-2011-ried-schutt-durnsteiner-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2011,Emmerich Knoll 13.9,Red,US,"What a great follow-up to the 2009 vintage. You can put this in the cellar with entire confidence that it will age for likely 10–20 years, and actually improve. At nearly three years of age, it's rich and vibrant with black currants, blueberries and dark chocolate, and a big hit of sweet oak. But the tannins are impossible, locking the mouth down with astringency. It's a pity that most of the 2l,064 bottles produced will probably be opened too young.",Révélation,140,94,California,Sonoma,Pine Mountain-Cloverdale Peak,Captûre 2010 Révélation Cabernet Sauvignon (Pine Mountain-Cloverdale Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capture-2010-revelation-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-pine-mountain-cloverdale-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Captûre 9.4,Dessert,US,"Among Kiona's strengths, the dessert wines are right at the top. This wine—comparable in many ways to the Single Berry Select from Eroica (which costs more than twice as much)—features Chenin Blanc rather than Riesling, and why not? It's a seductive, delicious bottle that expresses the condensed essence of the grape. Even at 274 g/L of residual sugar, it does not translate to a cloying or super-sweet wine; rather it is buoyed by supporting acidity, while filling the mouth with candied fruits, flowers, and buttery pastry notes.",Single Berry Select Botrytised,80,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Kiona 2010 Single Berry Select Botrytised Chenin Blanc (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-2010-single-berry-select-botrytised-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Kiona ,Red,US,"Shows the Von Strasser signature all down the line, with incredibly extracted blackberry jam, cassis liqueur, dark chocolate and new French oak flavors, wrapped into hard tannins and brightened with fine acidity. Only the second release from this young vineyard, it's an intensely interesting, complex wine that will reward cellaring. Best after 2019.",Vineyard 2131,80,94,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2010 Vineyard 2131 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2010-vineyard-2131-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Von Strasser 14.8,Red,US,"This is McCrea's top cuvée, and the 2008 is as good as it has ever been. Co-fermented with 8% Viognier, it starts out tight and compact, with crisp marionberry fruit and a generous wash of coffee liqueur. The acids are citrusy and fresh, and the wine has depth and an emotional range that reaches almost symphonic power.",Cuvée Orleans,40,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea Cellars 2008 Cuvée Orleans Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-cellars-2008-cuvee-orleans-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,McCrea Cellars 14.6,White,US,"The trick with getting a Chardonnay this honeyed is to keep it balanced and make it finish dry. Lynmar accomplishes these tasks with dexterity. Partly because of the acidity, partly the stony, crystalline minerality. The wine is terrifically rich in tropical fruits, melons, sweet Meyer lemons and ripe summer peaches, with all the buttered toast you could ever want from oak. In lesser hands, it would all be too much.",Susanna's Vineyard,55,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2011 Susanna's Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2011-susannas-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Lynmar 12,White,Germany,"Voluptuously textured and intensely juicy on the palate with rich peach, melon and citrus notes, this remarkably dry Riesling is a showcase of balance and finesse. The palate tingles with tangerine acidity kissed with hibiscus nectar and savory, crushed slate.",Graacher Dompropst GG,70,94,Mosel,,,S.A. Prüm 2009 Graacher Dompropst GG Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2009-graacher-dompropst-gg-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,S.A. Prüm 12.5,Red,US,"This exceptional wine was made by the late David Lett to celebrate the birth of his granddaughter. It's drinking beautifully, and has the color and scent of a mature wine, though Eyrie Pinots can often live longer than those who bet against them. Delicate and subtle, it nonetheless shows surpassing power and length. Mature, fully-evolved dried fruit and herb flavors are highlighted with notes of cinnamon and brown sugar.",Marguerite,85,94,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,The Eyrie Vineyards 2000 Marguerite Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eyrie-2000-marguerite-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2000,The Eyrie Vineyards 14.1,White,US,"Gary Farrell is one of the few wineries to obtain fruit from this coveted vineyard. As always, the wine is intensely concentrated in tropical fruits, green apples and pears, with such weight that it can easily handle lavish new French oak. The alcohol is refreshingly low and the acidity is brisk and mouthwatering. This gorgeous evocation of Russian River Chardonnay is flashy and delicious now, but the window of opportunity seems to be between 2014–2017 before the fruit starts to fade away.",Rochioli Vineyard,45,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2010 Rochioli Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2010-rochioli-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Gary Farrell 13.5,Red,US,"A delicately structured, low-alcohol Pinot from the Sonoma Coast that shows winemaker Ehren Jordan's increasing fascination with this part of Sonoma County. The wine is light in texture, with savory wild cherry, licorice, sweet tobacco, mocha, bacon and spice flavors. That sounds like a wild assortment, but somehow it all comes together, in a wine of singular focus and discernment. Drink now–2020.",Whistler Vineyard,50,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla 2011 Whistler Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2011-whistler-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Failla 14.2,Red,US,"Produced from four vineyards throughout the valley, this Cabernet shows the art of the blend. It's softly tannic and frankly delicious, with dazzlingly rich blackberry, cassis liqueur, anise and mineral flavors. Hard to describe how attractive this wine is now.",Four Soil Melange,50,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequum 2009 Four Soil Melange Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequum-2009-four-soil-melange-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Sequum 14.1,White,US,"This is a best-of-barrels blend from different vineyard sites. It's a very good wine that grabs your attention with sheer Chardonnay dazzle. The tropical fruits are incredibly ripe and intense, with sweet, smoky oak adding supportive richness, brought into focus by crisp acidity. There's a core, like the nucleus of an atom, that holds everything together. Might even age for half a dozen years.",La Serenité,70,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2011 La Serenité Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2011-serenite-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Lynmar 13.9,Red,US,"If there's one California Pinot Noir you cellar this vintage, make it this one. It's a stone-cold guarantee. Light and silky in the mouth, with brisk acidity, it shows rich raspberry, cherry, red currant and sandalwood flavors that are deep and long. Has all the necessary balance to evolve many years, and should start showing bottle development after 2018.",Selleck Vineyard,80,94,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2010 Selleck Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2010-selleck-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2010,Calera 13.9,Red,US,"Capture continues to make progress in interpreting their vineyard located in this new appellation, a high elevation overlooking Alexander Valley. Based on Cabernet Sauvignon, this Bordeaux-style blend is young now, with hard tannins that interfere with the fruit. The fruit is intensely concentrated with cherry compote and cassis flavors, while new oak's vanilla and toast are proportionate to the wine's volume. A worthy followup to the 2009, and a wine to cellar for 8–10 years, if not longer.",Harmonie,120,94,California,Sonoma,Pine Mountain-Cloverdale Peak,Captûre 2010 Harmonie Red (Pine Mountain-Cloverdale Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capture-2010-harmonie-red-sonoma-pine-mountain-cloverdale-peak/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Captûre 14.6,Red,US,"This is a barrel selection, presumably limited in cases. It's an extraordinarily rich, concentrated 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, made in the modern cult-style of massively extracted blackberries, black currants, cassis liqueur and chocolate, with oak bringing the usual sweet toast and vanilla complexities. This deserves its high score for sheer opulence and great Napa structure. Delicious now, and could easily age for at least 10 years.",Limited,150,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2009 Limited Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2009-limited-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Silverado 7.5,White,Germany,"Perfumed on the nose with heady yellow florals and stonefruit, this is one stunner of a Riesling. It's powerfully concentrated on the palate with flavors of honey and sweet peach tinged with lanolin and wax. Penetrating and pure in focus, yet remarkably delicate in texture, it finishes long with layers of crushed-stone minerality.",Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Auslese,58,94,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2010 Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2010-zeltinger-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Markus Molitor 14.3,Red,US,"All Leonetti wines are 100% estate-grown fruit, mixing Seven Hills, Mill Creek Upland and Loess vineyard grapes. The 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon includes 12% Merlot, 8% Petit Verdot and 4% Carmenère in the blend. Young and chewy, with a hint of herbaceousness, this shows lovely balance and a mix of raspberry, black cherry, cassis, coffee and cacao. It's a young, deep and powerful wine that will certainly reward cellaring.",,90,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Leonetti Cellar 15.1,Red,US,"Black and viscous, this gorgeous Petite Sirah is intriguing in every way. Opening with aromas of just-muddled mint and freshly baked bread, this wine tastes as if wildflowers and brambly blackberry stems were placed carefully in a leather satchel. No doubt this Petite will get even more interesting with age.",Eaglepoint Ranch,45,94,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Sirius 2010 Eaglepoint Ranch Petite Sirah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sirius-2010-eaglepoint-ranch-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Petite Sirah,2010,Sirius 11.5,Dessert,US,"This tastes like a more concentrated and sweeter version of Stottle's dry Viognier from the same vintage and vineyard. Deeply concentrated, complex and creamy, it's loaded with citrus and stone fruits, honey and butterscotch, yet remains lifted by defining acidity.",Lucille Late Harvest,18,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stottle 2011 Lucille Late Harvest Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stottle-2011-lucille-late-harvest-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2011,Stottle 13.5,Sparkling,US,"VML is one of the newest wineries in Sonoma County. They took over the site previously occupied by Belvedere, in the heart of the Middle Reach of the Russian River. High ambitions have been realized with this beautiful bubbly. It's really an exceptional wine—richly textured and creamy—with hints of strawberries, lees, toast and vanilla, and none of the coarseness that can characterize lesser sparkling wines.",Blanc de Noir,50,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,VML 2007 Blanc de Noir Sparkling (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vml-2007-blanc-noir-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2007,VML 13.5,Red,US,"Dense and extracted, this dark, loamy Pinot Noir is concentrated and challenging. The fruit is black, compact, and sheathed in flavors of loam. Layers are tight and a bit unyielding. There is depth and power here, but it must be extracted over time and with a bit of patience.",Appassionata,75,94,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Dr. Loosen & J. Christopher 2007 Appassionata Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-j-christopher-2007-appassionata-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Dr. Loosen & J. Christopher 14.1,Red,US,"Extraordinarily sweet and attractive in raspberry and cherry fruit, as concentrated and pure as anything in California. The acidity is beautiful, as you'd expect from this vineyard in such a cool vintage, and it showcases Pinot Noir's silkiness and beauty. Despite the immediate flash, it will develop bottle complexity; hold until 2016.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,55,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Gary Farrell 2010 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2010-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Gary Farrell 14,Red,US,"This is an enormous Cabernet, as packed with intensity and power as anything in Napa Valley. The vineyard is Von Strasser's highest on the mountain, which maximally exposes it to the sun, and you can taste the solar ripeness in the intense essence of black currants and dark chocolate. The tannins exhibit classic Diamond Mountain potency. This is a dense Cabernet that needs serious time in the cellar. Hold until 2019, and it will continue to develop for many years afterward.",Sori Bricco Vineyard,80,95,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2010 Sori Bricco Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2010-sori-bricco-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Von Strasser 13.5,Red,US,"While the winery's regular 2010 Diamond Mountain Cab is a barrel selection, this Estate Vineyard selection consists of “only the darkest, most extracted lots,” from the winery's various vineyards, according to the winemaker. That's exactly what you get, an inky wine, it's huge on the palate with blackberries, currants and dark chocolate, augmented by plenty of new French oak. It is absolutely delicious now, but the tannin structure guarantees to develop for 10–20 years.",Estate Vineyard,80,95,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2010 Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2010-estate-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Von Strasser 14.2,White,US,"This wine could easily be mistaken for French Chablis. It's notable for the tight, nervous feeling that acidity and minerals combine to stimulate, and the finish is very dry. There is, fortunately, a great heart of sweet tropical fruit, like the purest golden mango purée, ripe and succulent and honeyed. Terrific now, but such is the balance that this could be one of those Chardonnays that changes in interesting ways over the next 5–6 years.",Quail Hill Vineyard,55,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2011 Quail Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2011-quail-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Lynmar 14.4,Red,US,"Leonetti's 2010 Reserve includes 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc and 9% Malbec—a more complex blend than the 2009. It opens with a lovely floral aroma—a bouquet of clover and white flowers—then heads for the dark side, with black cherry and cassis. It's a big, tannic wine, beautifully crafted, and clearly differentiated from the winery's regular Cabernet bottling.",Reserve,140,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2010 Reserve Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2010-reserve-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Leonetti Cellar 14.3,Red,US,"This is a great Merlot that's intensely concentrated and dazzlingly rich—everything you want a Merlot to be. It's power packed with black cherries, cherry liqueur, cocoa and sweet oak, with firm, hard tannins. That is, of course, the Nickel & Nickel style. It shows classic Oakville structure and a hard-to-define elegance, making it one of the best Merlots of the vintage.",Harris Vineyard,53,95,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 2010 Harris Vineyard Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2010-harris-vineyard-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,2010,Nickel & Nickel 14.5,Red,Spain,"Pure blackberry, cola, licorice and vanilla aromas form the base of an alluring, impressive bouquet. A layered, tannic palate is next up, followed by complex flavors of toast, mocha, black fruit, licorice and pepper. Density and firm tannins drive the finish, which tastes like bitter chocolate and espresso. This powerful Toro will be at its best from 2015–2020.",Alabaster,220,95,Northern Spain,Toro,,Teso La Monja 2010 Alabaster (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teso-monja-2010-alabaster-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2010,Teso La Monja 14.2,Red,US,"This is a dazzling Pinot Noir, so gorgeous to drink for its rich, complex deliciousness. Yet appealing as it is now, there are multiple subtleties waiting to be discovered, and the wine has a fine future. Like all of Marimar's Pinots, it's a big wine—rich and extracted and dense in weight. The flavors veer towards ripe pomegranates, black cherries and sweet licorice, with hints of dark chocolate, orange peel and even the umami of charcuterie. Despite the weight, it magically remains lithe, like a ballerina leaping into the air. Drink now–2019, as it gradually ages.",Mas Cavalls Doña Margarita Vineyard Unfiltered,44,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Marimar Estate 2009 Mas Cavalls Doña Margarita Vineyard Unfiltered Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2009-mas-cavalls-dona-margarita-vineyard-unfiltered-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Marimar Estate 14.4,Red,US,"This is a heavy-duty Cabernet, big in every way, with rich black cherry and cassis fruit, and dense, dark tannins. The long, slightly grainy finish reinforces the impression of raw power, yet the wine retains perfect proportion and is nicely differentiated from the other 2010s crafted by winemaker Chris Figgins.",,89,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Doubleback 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doubleback-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Doubleback 13.5,Red,US,"Lucky Failla gets to source grapes from this vineyard that most winemakers would trade their left arm for. It's lush, ripe and amazingly generous in raspberries and cherries, yet retains an elegant balance, as well as fine, mouthwatering acidity. Part of the attraction is low alcohol, which lets the stones and earthy complexities of the wine shine through. This is really a brilliant wine—light, delicate and powerful. If you want to age it for eight years or so, you won't be sorry.",Keefer Ranch,45,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Failla 2011 Keefer Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2011-keefer-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Failla 14.8,Red,US,"The 2009 Bully includes 10% Petit Verdot. It's seamless and complete, a firm, muscular, dark, smoky/earthy Cab with substantial tannins. The deeply powerful black fruits have a vivid presence and a slightly roasted character. This is a big bruiser, but beautifully proportioned.",The Bully,45,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Gorman 2009 The Bully Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2009-bully-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Gorman 13.5,Red,US,"A new bottling from the winery. The vineyard is in the Petaluma Gap, a cool area south of the Russian River Valley, toward San Francisco. The vintage was cool, too, so the wine is brisk in acidity and low in alcohol, but it still tastes amazingly ripe and complex. The wine dazzles with waves of black raspberry jam, sweet olive tapenade, sautéed brown mushroom, root beer, moo-shu plum sauce and mocha. If those flavors sound like they don't go together, just try the wine. It's seamless and compelling. Drink now–2020.",Terra de Promissio Vineyard,55,96,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2011 Terra de Promissio Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2011-terra-promissio-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Williams Selyem 14.3,Red,US,"This is the third release of Figgins, a single wine produced by Leonetti's Chris Figgins from his Figgins Estate vineyard. Intensely aromatic, it explodes from the glass with baking spices and deep cassis fruit. Over the course of three days it opened into a sleek, stylish, complex mix of purple- and black-berries, dried herbs, bark, dusty cocoa and a streak of caramel. Long and lush, it's a wine to cellar for a decade or more.",Estate,85,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Figgins 2010 Estate Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/figgins-2010-estate-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Figgins 12.4,White,US,"A scent of sulfur marks this New Jersey wine from the get-go, but it subsides to reveal intimations of honeysuckle, lime and white apricot. On the palate, the acidity is severe and distracting, with a razor-sharp quality that seems to slice away the fruit flavors.",Cuvée Blanc Chardonnay-Pinot Gris-Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc,15,80,New Jersey,Outer Coastal Plain,,Heritage NV Cuvée Blanc Chardonnay-Pinot Gris-Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc White (Outer Coastal Plain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heritage-nv-cuvee-blanc-chardonnay-pinot-gris-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-white-outer-coastal-plain/,White Blend,,Heritage 13.5,Red,Argentina,"This is herbal, burnt and stalky smelling, then raw and herbal tasting, with weedy notes and a scratchy finish.",Estate Bottled,11,80,Other,Cafayate,,Quara 2012 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quara-2012-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-cafayate/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2012,Quara 5.5,Dessert,Italy,"Made from partially fermented grape must, this sweet (slightly effervescent) ruby red wine would pair with spongecake or strawberry shortcake. The mouthfeel is watery and thin.",Rosso e Dolce,11,80,Italy Other,Italy,,Stella Mia NV Rosso e Dolce Brachetto (Italy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stella-mia-nv-rosso-e-dolce-italian-red-brachetto-other/,Brachetto,,Stella Mia 16.3,Red,US,"Way too high in alcohol, giving it the ripe, hot, raisiny taste of a simple Port.",Reserve,44,80,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Opolo 2011 Reserve Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/opolo-2011-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2011,Opolo 13,Red,Argentina,"This rusty, light-bodied Cab may be from the current vintage but it looks, smells and tastes like something left over from the past. The bouquet is raw, leathery and leafy, with few pleasantries. A dilute palate with dry, leathery cherry flavors is fresh and light, but strained.",,9,81,Other,Argentina,,San Huberto 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-huberto-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,San Huberto 15.5,Red,US,"Overripe, with raisiny flavors, and hot in alcohol. Tart acidity gives it cut.",Summit Creek,19,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Opolo 2011 Summit Creek Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/opolo-2011-summit-creek-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2011,Opolo 16.1,Red,US,"Soft, and rich with glycerine and alcohol, this Zin is almost a Port wine on the palate. Drunk on its own, it's simple and awkward, but paté is kind to it.",Mountain,29,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Opolo 2011 Mountain Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/opolo-2011-mountain-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2011,Opolo 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This is bright in color and loud on the nose, where it's distinctly medicinal and minty, with a strong green component. The palate doesn't differ; it's gritty and heavy in feel, with forced, jammy flavors of mint, grass and bitter black fruits.",Urban Uco,11,81,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2012 Urban Uco Tempranillo (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2012-urban-uco-tempranillo-uco-valley/,Tempranillo,2012,O. Fournier 14.5,Red,US,"Overripe and syrupy, Gen7's 2008 Road to Zanzibar—part Zinfandel, part Cabernet Franc and part Carignane—is big and soft, with the fruit in decline.",Road to Zanzibar,34,81,California,California Other,California,GEN 7 2008 Road to Zanzibar Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gen-7-2008-road-to-zanzibar-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,GEN 7 13.9,White,US,"A Chardonnay with sweet, simple flavors of white sugar and pineapples. Tart acidity gives it the taste of a sweet-and-sour sauce for Chinese food.",Paragon,15,81,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Edna Valley Vineyard 2011 Paragon Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-2011-paragon-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Edna Valley Vineyard 12.5,Red,Italy,"A boxed wine, this blend of Pinot Noir and Merlot is exceedingly simple and one-dimensional but could be served at an outdoor baseball game. The mouthfeel is watery and thin.",Pinot Noir-Merlot,,81,Veneto,Venezia,,Duca del Frassino 2010 Pinot Noir-Merlot Red (Venezia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-frassino-2010-pinot-noir-merlot-red-venezia/,Red Blend,2010,Duca del Frassino 13,Red,Spain,"Scratchy, dusty red-berry aromas are decidedly sweet yet hollow. This semisweet Garnacha tastes of gummy red fruits. A flat, cloying finish with candied flavors confirms its sweet status.",Sweet Torito,11,81,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Cosecheros y Criadores 2011 Sweet Torito Garnacha (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosecheros-criadores-2011-sweet-torito-grenache-garnacha-vino-tierra-castilla/,Garnacha,2011,Cosecheros y Criadores 13,Rose,US,"Cherry Chap Stick and strawberry jam notes dominate the nose on this rosé of Merlot and Chardonnay. The palate is soft and sweet tasting, and the finish is lightly textured.",Cobbler Mountain Red,27,81,Virginia,Virginia,,Miracle Valley NV Cobbler Mountain Red Rosé (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miracle-valley-nv-cobbler-mountain-red-rose-virginia/,Rosé,,Miracle Valley 15,Red,Italy,This warm climate Primitivo opens with subtle tones of dried herb and light spice that give it a very Mediterranean feel. But there's also a touch of warm rubber that distracts from the overall picture. The high alcohol adds extra heat on the close.,,50,81,Southern Italy,Gioia del Colle,,Terra Jovia 2008 Primitivo (Gioia del Colle),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-jovia-2008-zinfandel-primitivo-gioia-colle/,Primitivo,2008,Terra Jovia 14,Red,Argentina,"This is a hot, earthy Malbec with cover-up oak on the nose. A high-acid palate is drying and hard, with narrow, salty berry flavors and a peppery tasting, scratchy finish.",Reserve,10,81,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2010 Reserve Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2010-reserve-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2010,Finca Las Moras 13.5,Red,US,"With a twist of mushroomy earth upon opening, this inexpensive Cabernet is strong, hearty and a bit thin on the finish—fine but not a standout.",,14,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Green Truck 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/green-truck-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Green Truck 12.5,Red,US,"Tastes sweet, with citrus, white flower and green pea notes.",Dante Reserve,10,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Michael Pozzan 2012 Dante Reserve Pinot Grigio (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-pozzan-2012-dante-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Michael Pozzan 13.8,Red,Mexico,"This is rooty and leafy on the nose, with dry raspberry and root beer aromas. There's a compost-like undercurrent to this wine that's highlighted via leafy, herbal flavors and a baked, earthy finish.",,21,82,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Dubacano 2010 Tempranillo (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dubacano-2010-tempranillo-valle-guadalupe/,Tempranillo,2010,Dubacano 12.5,Red,US,"The nose smells washed out, with hazy notes of char and cassis that come with a touch of sulfur. Light to medium bodied, the palate feels slick, soft and sweet tasting, with a candied cherry note that appears on the finish.",GRV,,82,Virginia,Virginia,,General's Ridge NV GRV Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/generals-ridge-nv-grv-red-virginia/,Red Blend,,General's Ridge 14.5,Red,US,"With generic berry, cherry and chocolate flavors that are rich and ripe, this soft, simple red blend is O.K. for everyday drinking.",Napoleon,30,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma County-Napa County,Frenchie Winery 2009 Napoleon Red (Sonoma County-Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frenchie-winery-2009-napoleon-red-napa-sonoma-county-napa-county/,Red Blend,2009,Frenchie Winery 12.5,White,Mexico,"This oaky wine opens with a huge pop of toasty, burnt aromas. It's resiny feeling, with a creamy palate. Hard time spent in Hungarian barrels has resulted in flavors of toasty apple, cinnamon and peppery spices. This lacks harmony.",,15,82,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Emevé 2012 Chardonnay (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emeve-2012-chardonnay-valle-guadalupe/,Chardonnay,2012,Emevé 9.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Sweet, sparkling and pink, this no-fuss dessert wine would pair with strawberry shortcake or frozen yogurt with wild berries. The wine is soft and plush with creamy foam at the back.",Pink,9,82,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Bella Bollè NV Pink Moscato (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-bolle-nv-pink-muscat-moscato-piedmont/,Moscato,,Bella Bollè 12,Sparkling,Italy,This is an extremely simple rosé sparkler with medium aromas of wild berry and red rose backed by crisp freshness and bright perlage. It is a simple and thin bubbly overall.,Vino Spumante Rosé,17,82,Veneto,Veneto,,Zardetto NV Vino Spumante Rosé Raboso (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zardetto-nv-vino-spumante-rose-italian-red-raboso-veneto/,Raboso,,Zardetto 13.2,Red,Mexico,"Fiery, punchy aromas of red berries and herbaceous plants make for a rough start. Flavors of leafy red raspberry and plum are typical for basic Merlot, while the finish is juicy in feel, with herbal, leafy, lightly cooked flavors.",,30,82,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Vinos Magbel 2010 Merlot (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinos-magbel-2010-merlot-valle-guadalupe/,Merlot,2010,Vinos Magbel 13,White,Mexico,"The white wines from Garza do not equal their reds. This Chardonnay is muddled on the nose, with corn and oxidized apple aromas. Earthy flavors of bland fruits are saved by a respectable mouthfeel.",,23,82,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Viñas de Garza 2011 Chardonnay (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-garza-2011-chardonnay-valle-guadalupe/,Chardonnay,2011,Viñas de Garza 7,White,Italy,"This is an offbeat Moscato-based wine with aromas of peppermint and peach syrup that somehow work in unity. The wine offers soft, creamy fizz and a touch of delicate sweetness.",Seven Daughters,15,82,Veneto,Veneto,,Cantine dei Colli Tramonte NV Seven Daughters Moscato (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-colli-tramonte-nv-seven-daughters-muscat-moscato-veneto/,Moscato,,Cantine dei Colli Tramonte 13,Red,Spain,"Stalky, slightly green aromas blend with generic berry scents to form a marginal bouquet. This is tannic and rough on the palate, with buttery oak flavors along with candied berry fruit notes.",Rojo Granrojo,11,82,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Bodegas Navarro López 2011 Rojo Granrojo Tempranillo-Garnacha (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2011-rojo-granrojo-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2011,Bodegas Navarro López ,Red,Argentina,"This is so heavy it's nearly a solid and not a liquid. Maximum ripeness is on display at all check points, especially the palate, which is syrupy, raisiny and viscous on the finish. This is as rich and ripe as it gets, like spineless Port. Tasted twice with inconsistencies; this review more greatly reflects the better bottle.",Reserva Limited Edition,34,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2010 Reserva Limited Edition Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2010-reserva-limited-edition-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2010,Nieto Senetiner 13.5,Red,US,"This is harsh and scoury in the mouth, with thin blackberry and caramel flavors and some vegetal notes.",Treo Winemaker's Blend,17,82,California,California Other,California,Hess Select 2010 Treo Winemaker's Blend Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-select-2010-treo-winemakers-blend-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,Hess Select 14.3,White,US,"Simple and cloying in white sugar notes. Too bad, because there's good acidity and succulent citrus and tropical fruit flavors.",Swallowtail,25,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Truett Hurst 2011 Swallowtail Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truett-hurst-2011-swallowtail-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Truett Hurst 7,Sparkling,Italy,"With an eye for all the commercial sweet-spots, this is a Rosato sparkling wine made primarily with the fragrant Moscato grape (with 15% Malvasia). The wine is sweet in a saccharine, artificial way.",Pink Moscato,13,82,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Tosti NV Pink Moscato Sparkling (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tosti-nv-pink-moscato-sparkling-piedmont/,Sparkling Blend,,Tosti 13.5,White,US,"A simple wine, it tastes overoaked and thin in oranges and apricots, with brisk acidity.",,22,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Jacella 2011 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacella-2011-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Jacella 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Earthy aromas lead to a wine that has some greenness, with dry tannins and bell pepper flavors. It is not likely to age.",Mina Velha,7,82,Lisboa,,,Quinta de S. Sebastião 2011 Mina Velha Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-sao-sebastiao-2011-mina-velha-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2011,Quinta de S. Sebastião 13.2,White,Argentina,"This is yet another plump, sweaty smelling Sauvignon Blanc from this producer. This vintage is fat in the mouth but kept alive by adequate young acidity. Salty, briny flavors of citrus, particularly grapefruit, end in similar briny fashion.",Estate Bottled,15,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Casarena 2012 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casarena-2012-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Casarena 12,White,US,"For 10 bucks you get a decent, 10 buck wine. Nothing fancy, just fruity, off-dry and crisply drinkable.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Cottonwood Creek 2010 White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottonwood-creek-2010-white-other/,White Blend,2010,Cottonwood Creek 14.8,Rose,US,"This rosé is quite ripe tasting, like a white-sugared tropical-fruit-juice blend, with alcohol. On the plus side is clean acidity.",Rosé of,20,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,VML 2012 Rosé of Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vml-2012-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2012,VML 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A happy tradition of Emilia-Romagna, this frizzante Lambrusco opens with foxy notes of raw grapes and blackberry. There's a touch of bitter almond on the close.",Picol Ross Brut,22,82,Central Italy,Emilia-Romagna,,Moro di Rinaldini 2011 Picol Ross Brut Lambrusco (Emilia-Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moro-rinaldini-2011-picol-ross-brut-italian-red-lambrusco-emilia-romagna/,Lambrusco,2011,Moro di Rinaldini 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Frizzy and fun, this red semi-sparkler offers aromas of red beet, moist earth, black fruit and cherry cola. There's an earthy quality to the wine followed by bright acidity.",,15,82,Central Italy,Lambrusco Reggiano,,Moro di Rinaldini 2011 Lambrusco Reggiano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moro-rinaldini-2011-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-reggiano/,Lambrusco,2011,Moro di Rinaldini 14,Red,Argentina,"This is a leathery, stalky type of Malbec with fierce acidity and a pinched mouthfeel. Try as you might to find richness and heft, this is going to come across acidic and narrow, with herbal flavors and a finish that tastes like tomato and sour plum. For Argentine Malbec at this price point, this needs help.",Felix,30,82,Other,Cafayate,,Felix Lavaque 2009 Felix Malbec (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felix-lavaque-2009-felix-malbec-cafayate/,Malbec,2009,Felix Lavaque 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This basic Prosecco is perfectly quaffable thanks to its simple, straightforward delivery. There's a touch of almond or caramel behind the apricot and melon. Drink now, the wine doesn't have long to go.",Lellè Extra Dry,14,82,Veneto,Prosecco,,Fattoria Giuseppe Savini NV Lellè Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-giuseppe-savini-nv-lelle-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Fattoria Giuseppe Savini 12.5,Red,US,"This is a simple wine with candied raspberry, mint and toasted oak notes.",Blend 175,15,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bridlewood 2011 Blend 175 Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-2011-blend-175-red-central-coast-172344/,Red Blend,2011,Bridlewood 14.1,Red,US,"Tastes rustic and harsh, with acidity giving it a sting. The fruit is drying out and turning raisiny.",Rho,45,82,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ampelos 2008 Rho Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ampelos-2008-rho-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ampelos 14.7,Red,US,"With sharp acidity, a hot mouthfeel and rich flavors of cassis liqueur and chocolate-covered raisins, this Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend tastes more like Port than a dry table wine. Lots of new French oak does not restore balance. Drink up.",Beau Melange,150,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Chateau Margene 2009 Beau Melange Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margene-2009-beau-melange-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Chateau Margene 13,Rose,Mexico,"This is fairly hard and fiery on the nose. The palate is tough and the wine smacks around rather than flows easily. With only modest acidity, it's not that lively.",Impetu,25,82,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Vinicola Fraternidad 2012 Impetu Rosé (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinicola-fraternidad-2012-impetu-rose-valle-guadalupe/,Rosé,2012,Vinicola Fraternidad 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Thin and streamlined, this fresh sparkler offers mild aromas of peach and white flower. The wine is very simple and basic with a touch of sweetness on the close.",,16,82,Central Italy,Colli Bolognesi,,Gaggioli 2012 Pignoletto (Colli Bolognesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaggioli-2012-italian-white-pignoletto-colli-bolognesi/,Pignoletto,2012,Gaggioli 14.5,Red,Spain,"This is dark but somewhat green on the nose, with currant, raspberry, beet and green herb aromas. The palate feels tight to the point of abrasive, with herbal plum flavors. A minty, forceful finish registers as hard and tannic.",,10,82,Spain Other,Spain,,Real Compañia de Vinos 2011 Garnacha (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-compania-vinos-2011-grenache-garnacha-other/,Garnacha,2011,Real Compañia de Vinos 13.5,White,US,"Not much going on in this sweet Chardonnay except toothpicky oak, vanilla and watered-down peach juice.",,15,82,California,California Other,California,Spellbound 2011 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spellbound-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Spellbound 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkling Chardonnay from central Italy offers charred aromas of toasted almond followed by a thin, watery mouthfeel and a strong citrus aftertaste.",Principessa Brut,15,82,Central Italy,Colli Piacentini,,Luretta NV Principessa Brut Chardonnay (Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luretta-nv-principessa-brut-chardonnay-colli-piacentini/,Chardonnay,,Luretta 12,Sparkling,Italy,"From the Murgia Tarantina high plains of the Salento in the deep south of Italy, this thinly-composed Fiano-based sparkling wine opens with oddly matched aromas of lemon curd, yeast and toasted hazelnut.",Aureo Brut,20,82,Southern Italy,Salento,,Vetrère NV Aureo Brut Fiano (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vetrere-nv-aureo-brut-italian-white-fiano-salento/,Fiano,,Vetrère 13.9,Rose,US,"This is a one-dimensional wine, and it offers confected raspberry and club soda notes that rule the nose and palate. It's light bodied and sweet tasting.",,18,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Veramar NV Rosé (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramar-nv-rose-virginia/,Rosé,,Veramar 13.2,Red,US,"This is a tough wine, marked by hard acids and tannins, and an absence of the fruit to stand up to it. It's bone dry and severe, with thin cherry-skin and cola flavors.",Hopkins Vineyard,17,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,River Road 2011 Hopkins Vineyard Pinot Meunier (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/river-road-2011-hopkins-vineyard-other-red-pinot-meunier-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Meunier,2011,River Road 13.8,Red,US,"A soft mix of 67% Syrah and 33% Petite Sirah, this is slightly ill-defined, marked most by mouth-puckering tannins.",Raja Cuvée,24,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Jigar 2011 Raja Cuvée Syrah-Petite Sirah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jigar-2011-raja-cuvee-red-blend-syrah-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Syrah-Petite Sirah,2011,Jigar 14.7,Red,US,"An everday wine, this is silky and crisp, with ripe raspberry and cherry flavors.",,24,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Opolo 2010 Tempranillo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/opolo-2010-tempranillo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tempranillo,2010,Opolo 11.5,White,US,"The main thing to know about this blend of undisclosed varieties is that it's not dry. It will appeal to consumers who like their white wines fruity and sugary, yet it's not really sweet enough to enjoy as a dessert sipper.",Great,20,82,California,California Other,California,Acronym 2011 Great White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acronym-2011-great-white-other/,White Blend,2011,Acronym 12.1,Rose,US,"Medium-intense aromas of lingonberry, cherry and legume mark the nose. As the wine progresses across the palate, the acidity subjugates the fruit, and the palate turns tart.",,17,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Annefield Vineyards 2011 Rosé (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/annefield-2011-rose-virginia/,Rosé,2011,Annefield Vineyards 14.6,Red,US,"Marred by unripe asparagus notes, this Syrah is tough to like despite its smooth tannins and some good blackberry and chocolate fruit.",,25,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2010 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2010,Firestone 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Mulchy, leafy aromas lead to a pinchy palate with salty, hard berry flavors that lack cushion. This is a rough wine with saltiness and bitterness on the finish.",Zagal,14,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Hacienda del Plata 2010 Zagal Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hacienda-plata-2010-zagal-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Hacienda del Plata 8,Sparkling,Italy,"With an astonishing 1.5 million cases produces, this historic red sparkling red wine from central Italy offers a sweet palate with easy raspberry and cherry aromas.",,6,82,Central Italy,Emilia,,Cantine Riunite NV Lambrusco (Emilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-riunite-nv-italian-red-lambrusco-emilia/,Lambrusco,,Cantine Riunite 12,Red,Italy,"This wine is simple and thin, with moderate notes of red cherry and plum, but it's solidly done and the winemaking is clean.",Tavernello,7,82,Central Italy,Romagna,,Caviro 2011 Tavernello Sangiovese (Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caviro-2011-tavernello-sangiovese-romagna/,Sangiovese,2011,Caviro 13.5,White,US,"A blend of 85% Chenin Blanc and 15% Viognier, this white is part sweet and part sour, with honey and peach coming through a murky cloud of wood. Still, enjoy it with Asian food slathered in spice or as the first sip on a hot day.",,14,83,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Vinum Cellars 2011 Chenin Blanc-Viognier (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-cellars-2011-white-blend-chenin-blanc-viognier-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc-Viognier,2011,Vinum Cellars 12.5,White,Mexico,"This Chardonnay is a touch volatile on the nose, which deals some gym sweat and brine. Eventually things break down to dusty, soft white-fruit aromas. Flavors of banana, papaya and white pepper end with tropical notes. This is just good enough.",Xikbal,21,83,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Vinicola Urbana 2011 Xikbal Chardonnay (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinicola-urbana-2011-xikbal-chardonnay-valle-guadalupe/,Chardonnay,2011,Vinicola Urbana 13.5,Fortified,Italy,This pure expression of the Fiano Minutolo variety opens with candied aromas of peach syrup and butterscotch. Honey and sweet fruit flavors fill the palate.,Cré,20,83,Southern Italy,Salento,,Vetrère 2011 Cré Fiano (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vetrere-2011-cre-italian-white-fiano-salento/,Fiano,2011,Vetrère 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a vein of sourness, astringency and thinness in the mouth followed by bright berry fruit and plump cherry. This is a light and straightforward bubbly Lambrusco that offers a good introductory view of this traditional Italian bubbly red wine.",Gibe,19,83,Central Italy,Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro,,Tenuta Pederzana 2012 Gibe (Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-pederzana-2012-gibe-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-grasparossa-castelvetro/,Lambrusco,2012,Tenuta Pederzana 7,Sparkling,Italy,"From the Treviso area of the Veneto, this fragrant and floral Moscato sparkling wine offers sweet and chewy tones of peach syrup and ripe fruit.",,7,83,Veneto,Veneto,,Rivani NV Moscato (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivani-nv-muscat-moscato-veneto/,Moscato,,Rivani 14,Red,Spain,"Leathery, herbal aromas suggest compost. A full, hard, tannic palate is home to rubbery flavors of herbal blackberry and pepper, while a medicinal dark-berry character controls the finish. This is a decent wine with mild weediness.",,12,83,Levante,Jumilla,,Tarantas 2011 Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarantas-2011-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2011,Tarantas 13.6,Red,US,"This is a reliable Cabernet, and the price makes it especially attractive. Gets the job done with full-bodied flavors of blackberries and sweet, toasty oak.",Wildcreek Canyon,7,83,California,California Other,California,CK Mondavi 2011 Wildcreek Canyon Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ck-mondavi-2011-wildcreek-canyon-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,CK Mondavi 13,Rose,Portugal,"Bright and fruity, this dayglo pink wine is dominated by acidity, though the strawberry flavors offer a riper core. It's for drinking this summer.",Monte Mayor,,83,Alentejano,,,Adega Mayor 2011 Monte Mayor Rosé (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-mayor-2011-monte-rose-portuguese-alentejano/,Portuguese Rosé,2011,Adega Mayor 11,Sparkling,Italy,Canella's Prosecco Superiore shows a heavier style with aromas of apricot and peach syrup follow by honey and butterscotch. The wine feels waxy and creamy on the close.,,17,83,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Canella NV Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canella-nv-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-172974/,Glera,,Canella 13,Red,US,"Aromas of blood, nori and worn leather compose the nose, with a touch of charred bread that adds a subtle bitterness. Light to medium bodied, the palate feels pliant at the start, but the acids spike and tower over the tannins as the wine spreads across the palate. A flavor of tart raspberry marks the finish.",,20,83,Virginia,Monticello,,Autumn Hill 2009 Merlot-Petite Verdot (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/autumn-hill-2009-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-petite-verdot-monticello/,Merlot-Petite Verdot,2009,Autumn Hill 13,Red,US,"All this Merlot asks is to be paired with something simple, like a hamburger. It's straightforward and easy drinking, with juicy blackberries and cherries showing their ripeness.",,14,83,California,California Other,California,Heavyweight 2011 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heavyweight-2011-merlot-other/,Merlot,2011,Heavyweight 13.9,Red,Mexico,"Lafarga's wines are expensive and shoot high, but they are awfully rustic in general. This Syrah is earthy and rubbery on the nose, then hard as rocks on the palate due to clamp-down tannins. Flavors of dark fruits, plastic and oak finish with heat.",Equinoccio,35,83,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Lafarga 2008 Equinoccio Syrah (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafarga-2008-equinoccio-shiraz-syrah-syrah-valle-guadalupe/,Syrah,2008,Lafarga 11,Sparkling,Italy,This is a fresh and fun rosé sparkling wine that offers subtle tones of cranberry and wild berry backed by touches of mint and sweet almond. Its personality is good natured and simple.,Rosé,,83,Veneto,Veneto,,Zonin NV Rosé Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-nv-rose-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,,Zonin 7,Sparkling,Italy,This fun and expressive sweet sparkling wine opens with fragrant tones of peach blossom and tangerine backed by almond paste and honey. The close is sticky and sweet.,Sparkling,9,83,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Bella Bollè NV Sparkling Moscato (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-bolle-nv-sparkling-muscat-moscato-piedmont/,Moscato,,Bella Bollè 13.9,White,US,"An awkward Chardonnay. It's strong in apricot flavors, suggesting some overripeness, while the vanilla and butterscotch give it a candied, fruit juice sweetness. Drink up.",,28,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Brochelle Vineyards 2011 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brochelle-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Brochelle Vineyards 5.5,Dessert,Italy,"Brachetto is an easy dessert wine with a mild ruby color and intense aromas of raspberry and blueberry. The wine is exceedingly simple and straightforward with loads of fresh berry fruit, bitter almond, and not much else.",,13,83,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Prima Mazzo 2011 Brachetto (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prima-mazzo-2011-italian-red-brachetto-piedmont/,Brachetto,2011,Prima Mazzo 12.9,White,US,"This is tart to the point of being outright sour, with flavors of lemon, green banana, and a hint of cracker. Overall the wine just does not come together. Two bottles tasted.",,20,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Anne Amie 2011 Pinot Blanc (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anne-amie-2011-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Anne Amie 12.8,White,US,"This lightly aromatic offering of Viognier that doesn't appear entirely ripe, with notes of lemon curd and herbs. It's medium bodied, with a bitter streak that runs from head to tail.",,20,83,Idaho,,,Indian Creek 2011 Viognier,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indian-creek-2011-viognier-snake-river-valley/,Viognier,2011,Indian Creek 13.3,Red,US,"A little unripe, with a vegetal tug that pulls down the score. Beyond hints of steamed broccoli you'll find some raspberry and cherry fruit, with lots of sweet, toasty oak and keen acidity.",,15,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,River Road 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/river-road-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,River Road 13.5,Red,US,"Intensely ripe, this is a straightforward wine with upfront cherry jam and oak flavors. Not much else going on, but it's fine for a party.",,15,83,California,California Other,California,Spellbound 2011 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spellbound-2011-merlot-other/,Merlot,2011,Spellbound 15,Red,Italy,The IGT appellation is Ravenna (in the Emilia-Romagna region). Il Beneficio opens with bitter fruit notes followed by sweet tones and dark spice. The wine is slightly disjointed and very intense overall (in terms of alcohol too).,Il Beneficio,28,83,Central Italy,Emilia-Romagna,,Costa Archi 2009 Il Beneficio Red (Emilia-Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costa-archi-2009-il-beneficio-red-emilia-romagna/,Red Blend,2009,Costa Archi 13.5,Red,Spain,"Stalky, medicinal, rubbery aromas announce an acidic Tempranillo-led blend that's downright astringent on the palate. Flavors of stalky fruit, buttery oak and sheer raspberry and plum end crisp and tight, with a salty flavor.",Barcolobo 12 Meses en Barrica,30,83,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Finca la Rinconada 2009 Barcolobo 12 Meses en Barrica Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-rinconada-2009-barcolobo-12-meses-en-barrica-red-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Red Blend,2009,Finca la Rinconada 10,Sparkling,Italy,"Boiled down to simplistic and rustic terms, this amabile (or sweet) Lambrusco opens with sweet cherry, blueberry and thick purple foam that rises high in the glass.",Amabile,19,83,Central Italy,Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro,,Fattoria Moretto NV Amabile (Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-moretto-nv-amabile-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-grasparossa-castelvetro/,Lambrusco,,Fattoria Moretto 17,Dessert,US,"Made from the Chambourcin grape and aged in Bourbon barrels from the A. Smith Bowman Distillery, this fortified red wine has bold notes of baguette, blackberry and brown spice, plus a mushroom inflection. Medium to full bodied, an oxidative tone of apple juice surfaces on the palate and predominates with time. The alcohol becomes fiery on the second half of the palate.",1762,38,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Philip Carter 2010 1762 Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philip-carter-2010-1762-red-virginia/,Red Blend,2010,Philip Carter 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This is dark in color and leafy smelling, with aromas of forest floor and herbal black fruits. The mouthfeel delivers a hard belt of acidity and not much else, while flavors of oaky spice and tart berry fruits are adequate but unspecial.",Black Label,15,83,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2010 Black Label Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2010-black-label-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2010,Finca Las Moras 14.5,Red,US,"This aromatic wine has notes of raspberry jam, seabreeze, green olive and smoked meat. The flavors are light and lacking in structure and definition.",Estate Grown,25,83,Idaho,,,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 2008 Estate Grown Syrah-Mourvèdre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3-horse-ranch-2008-estate-grown-red-blend-syrah-mourvedre-snake-river-valley/,Syrah-Mourvèdre,2008,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 13,White,Argentina,"The nose on this clunky Torrontés suggests apricot juice and talcum powder. The palate is flat in feel, with bitter, pithy citrus flavors of grapefruit and nectarine. Beyond that there's little to it.",Pietro Marini,12,83,Other,Salta,,Bodega El Transito 2012 Pietro Marini Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-el-transito-2012-pietro-marini-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2012,Bodega El Transito 8,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkling red Lambrusco opens with a touch of pungent apple skin backed by red berry and even a touch of leather or spice at the back. This is indeed an amiable expression, so expect tangy sweetness in the mouth.",Amabile,11,83,Central Italy,Lambrusco di Sorbara,,Cantina di Sorbara NV Amabile (Lambrusco di Sorbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-sorbara-nv-amabile-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-sorbara/,Lambrusco,,Cantina di Sorbara 14.1,Red,US,"Blended with 10% Malbec, this has notes of Maraschino cherry, red vines, and Band-Aid. The tannins are dry and gruff; the concentration is wanting.",,22,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Silvan Ridge 2008 Syrah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-rogue-valley/,Syrah,2008,Silvan Ridge 14,Rose,US,"Pretty dark for a rosé, and heavy and rich, too. Tastes like a raspberry Newton cookie.",Reserve Lot 14 Grenache,18,83,California,California Other,California,Loken Cellars NV Reserve Lot 14 Grenache Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loken-cellars-nv-reserve-lot-14-grenache-rose-other/,Rosé,,Loken Cellars 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Chunky berry and cured meat aromas turn sweaty and herbal with airing. In the mouth, this is wholly basic. Flavors of soupy, herbal berry fruits lack definition, while the finish deals molasses and peppery bitterness.",Phebus Reserva,16,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fabre Montmayou 2010 Phebus Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabre-montmayou-2010-phebus-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Fabre Montmayou 10.5,Rose,Portugal,"Lightly sweet, this is a soft, gently fruity wine with a prickle on the tongue and fruit-drop acidity. Screwcap.",Casal Garcia,8,83,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda 2012 Casal Garcia Rosé (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2012-casal-garcia-rose-portuguese-vinho-verde/,Portuguese Rosé,2012,Aveleda 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Raw grapes and wild berry describe the nose. This sparkling Lambrusco shows some bitterness followed by very lively fresh fruit flavors. The bottle is closed with the traditional spago (or string) and delivers thick, purple froth when poured into the glass.",La Luna Spago,17,83,Central Italy,Emilia,,Cantine Ceci 2012 La Luna Spago Lambrusco (Emilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-ceci-2012-luna-spago-italian-red-lambrusco-emilia/,Lambrusco,2012,Cantine Ceci 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a very simple Prosecco brut with straight lines of citrus and peach backed by foamy perlage. The wine opens with a bright, luminous color and fresh acidity.",Brut,,83,Veneto,Prosecco,,Zonin NV Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Zonin 13.5,Red,US,"Has the silky weight and flavors of a nice Pinot Noir, with pleasant orange rind and sour-cherry candy notes. But there's a green scouriness that cuts through the palate like a sharp knife.",Dante Reserve,10,83,California,California Other,California,Michael Pozzan 2011 Dante Reserve Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-pozzan-2011-dante-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Michael Pozzan 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Made from organic grapes, this is a cheerful Prosecco with apricot, honey and butterscotch delivered in a simple and uncomplicated manner. The mouthfeel is thin and sharp.",Fields Brut,12,83,Veneto,Prosecco,,Pizzolato NV Fields Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzolato-nv-fields-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Pizzolato 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Toasty oak that smells like sawdust is dominant and covers up any fruit that might want to escape. A clunky, raw-feeling palate is home to herbal, oaky flavors and not much fruit. Burn and bitterness come up on the finish.",,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rio Perdido 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rio-perdido-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Rio Perdido 9.1,Rose,US,"With an orange-pink color, this is really a rosé wine. It's sweet and sugary, with raspberry and watermelon flavors that are balanced by cleansing acids.",Willow Springs White,6,83,California,California Other,California,CK Mondavi 2012 Willow Springs White Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ck-mondavi-2012-willow-springs-white-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2012,CK Mondavi 13.6,Red,US,"This Merlot defines the concept of party wine. It's clean, crisp and ripe, with cherries, cola and toast notes.",Wildcreek Canyon,7,83,California,California Other,California,CK Mondavi 2011 Wildcreek Canyon Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ck-mondavi-2011-wildcreek-canyon-merlot-other/,Merlot,2011,CK Mondavi 6.5,Dessert,Italy,"This sweet, sparkling Rosato opens with fresh tones of raspberry and blueberry followed by simple freshness in the mouth. There's not much here, but the wine is cheerful and fun overall.",Birbet,17,83,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Demarie NV Birbet Brachetto (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demarie-nv-birbet-brachetto-piedmont-173119/,Brachetto,,Demarie 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a foamy, frizzante rosato made with organically-farmed fruit from a little-known wine region in northern Italy. Wild berry and raspberry open the bouquet and although there is a trace of sweetness the wine could otherwise be classified as dry.",Querido Rosé Frizzante,18,83,Central Italy,Colli Piacentini,,Tenuta Villa Tavernago 2012 Querido Rosé Frizzante Pinot Nero (Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-villa-tavernago-2012-querido-rose-frizzante-pinot-noir-nero-colli-piacentini/,Pinot Nero,2012,Tenuta Villa Tavernago 13.5,White,US,"A tropical Chardonnay with a full-bodied personality and aromas of vanilla and caramel. Priced fairly, it'll please California Chardonnay fans who like a bigger style.",,14,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Vinum Cellars 2011 Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-cellars-2011-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Vinum Cellars 13,Rose,Italy,"Taranta is the name of a modern Tarantella dance crazy sweeping across southern Italy at the moment. With this inspiration in mind, this bright rosato offers cheerful tones of bright flower, white almond and a touch of citrus. There's a sweet, heavy note in the mouth.",Taranta,18,83,Southern Italy,Salento,,Vetrère 2011 Taranta Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vetrere-2011-taranta-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,2011,Vetrère 13,Red,US,"This wine smells like an ice cream sundae, with scents of mint-chocolate chip and cookie dough, plus touches of strawberry and cherry sauce. Light to medium bodied, it has a malleable midpalate, but the tannins gain astringency on the finish. As the wine sits in the glass, the fruit seems to fall away, and the palate becomes more brittle feeling.",,26,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Miracle Valley 2010 Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miracle-valley-2010-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Miracle Valley 7.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This lightly sparkling Lambrusco delivers a deep purple color with aromas of wild grapes, forest berry and ripe black cherry. There's a sweet and slightly raw element to the mouthfeel.",Le Tenute Bocciolo,,83,Central Italy,Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro,,Medici Ermete NV Le Tenute Bocciolo (Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medici-ermete-nv-le-tenute-bocciolo-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-grasparossa-castelvetro/,Lambrusco,,Medici Ermete 14.3,White,US,"Tastes like toothpicks, with buttered toast, butterscotch and vanilla flavors dominating everything else. Somewhere underneath is some tangerine and mango fruit.",Proprietors Reserve,40,83,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Trinitas 2010 Proprietors Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinitas-2010-proprietors-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2010,Trinitas 13.3,Red,Mexico,"This odd blend of Barbera, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Sirah and Zinfandel is earthy and mulchy on the nose, with coffee and compost aromas. It never finds much freshness as the flavors suggest compost and leafiness.",Estacion el Porvenir Vino Tinto,22,83,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Unión de Productores del Valle (UPVG) 2009 Estacion el Porvenir Vino Tinto Red (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/union-productores-valle-upvg-2009-estacion-el-porvenir-vino-tinto-red-valle-guadalupe/,Red Blend,2009,Unión de Productores del Valle (UPVG) 12.5,White,Argentina,"This lightly oxidized Chard is powdery but not entirely fresh, as it shows aromas of pool water and mealy melon. The palate is chunky and just O.K. in feel, while fleshy flavors of melon and peach end briny and mildly bitter.",Urban Uco,10,83,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2012 Urban Uco Chardonnay (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2012-urban-uco-chardonnay-uco-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,O. Fournier 13.5,Rose,Mexico,"Oxidized cherry and strawberry aromas settle on heavy and candied upon airing. This is thick and plump stuff, with sweet red-fruit flavors and seemingly a lot of residual sugar. This needs more spine and structure.",Cursi,21,83,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Hacienda La Lomita 2012 Cursi Rosé (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hacienda-lomita-2012-cursi-rose-valle-guadalupe/,Rosé,2012,Hacienda La Lomita 12.4,White,US,"Shows green, peppery flavors with a strong touch of gooseberry. The combination of acidity and ripe flavors tastes like a lemon candy cough drop. Good, but simple.",,20,83,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frog's Leap 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Frog's Leap 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Here is a very simple and bright Prosecco with citrus, dried hay, grapefruit and melon. The sparkler is thin and easy in the mouth with perky perlage.",Brut,15,83,Veneto,Prosecco,,Colutta NV Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colutta-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Colutta 13,Red,US,"This wine is quite stemmy from the first sniff to the very end. There just isn't the fruit to offset a hard, bitter, medicinal finish.",Estate,18,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2010 Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2010-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,David Hill 11.5,Red,Italy,Tart and slightly bitter flavors segue to creamy foam and a dry mouthfeel. This sparkling Lambrusco feels thick and plush in the mouth with loads of intense blackberry and raspberry on the finish.,Rosso all'Antica,16,83,Central Italy,Lambrusco Reggiano,,Bertolani 2012 Rosso all'Antica (Lambrusco Reggiano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertolani-2012-rosso-allantica-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-reggiano/,Lambrusco,2012,Bertolani 14.4,Red,Argentina,"Dry, leafy, herbal aromas open this wine. The palate is full and ripe in feel, with amplified extraction and herbal, leafy flavors of spiced plum and mild acidity. Things wane on the finish, which is heavy in feel but mostly just ripe and rich.",Una Selección de Ricardo Santos,16,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ricardo Santos 2010 Una Selección de Ricardo Santos Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricardo-santos-2010-una-seleccion-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Ricardo Santos 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A simple sparkler (made according to the Metodo Charmat) with organically-farmed fruit, this Chardonnay-based wine opens with caramel, honey and apricot aromas.",Brut,15,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Pizzolato 2011 Brut Chardonnay (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzolato-2011-brut-chardonnay-veneto/,Chardonnay,2011,Pizzolato 5.5,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a Kosher, sweet white wine from Puglia that opens with playful aromas of spring flower, honeysuckle, almond blossom and lemon mousse. The wine feels and tastes similar to Moscato d'Asti, but is a hair sweeter.",Sara Bee,6,84,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Santero NV Sara Bee Moscato (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santero-nv-sara-bee-muscat-moscato-puglia/,Moscato,,Santero 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Tart and slightly bitter, this Lambrusco has all the right qualities to pair with fettuccine in cream sauce. Bright berry flavors are followed by creamy foam and fresh acidity.",,15,84,Central Italy,Emilia,,Venturini Baldini 2012 Lambrusco (Emilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venturini-baldini-2012-italian-red-lambrusco-emilia/,Lambrusco,2012,Venturini Baldini 13.5,White,Mexico,"Mild hints of tropical fruit are less than convincing. The palate on this Sauvignon Blanc is round, weighty and offers quiet flavors of melon and spiced apple. The finish remains soft and a touch bitter.",Jalá Blanco,15,84,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Tres Valles 2012 Jalá Blanco Sauvignon Blanc (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-valles-2012-jala-blanco-sauvignon-blanc-valle-guadalupe/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Tres Valles 13,White,US,"This has intriguing aromas of marzipan and white cherry, plus touches of apple and mineral. A medium-bodied wine, it offers acidity that becomes mouth-puckering on the finish. Pair this with some goat cheese to help tame the tartness.",,21,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Doukénie 2011 Riesling (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doukenie-2011-riesling-virginia/,Riesling,2011,Doukénie 11,Sparkling,Italy,This simple sparkler opens with fresh citrus and peach followed by bright acidity and smooth effervescence. Those easy-drinking and refreshing qualities make this Prosecco the perfect summer sipper.,Extra Dry,15,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,Enza NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enza-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Enza 12,Red,US,"This wine has a restrained nose, featuring wooly aromas of leather, wild berry and cherry. The light- to medium-bodied palate has supple, fine-grained tannins, with light flavors of savory spice and grilled herb. A note of macerated strawberry lingers on the finish.",,20,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Chateau Morrisette 2008 Petit Verdot (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-morrisette-2008-petit-verdot-virginia/,Petit Verdot,2008,Chateau Morrisette 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Very simple and clean, this pretty Lambrusco offers fresh cherry and blueberry with a touch of bitter almond on the close. The wine would pair with pizza piled high with mozzarella cheese.",,14,84,Central Italy,Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro,,Cantina di Puianello 2012 Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-puianello-2012-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-grasparossa-castelvetro/,Lambrusco,2012,Cantina di Puianello 12,White,Italy,"Easy and fresh, you could pair this Italian white with freshwater fish or grilled shrimp. It delivers one-dimensional tones of citrus, peach and melon.",,10,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Canti 2011 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canti-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Canti 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This is one of those special Lambruscos that you know will pair with regional foods such as tortellini with melted butter and cheese. The wine's bright fruit tones, crisp acidity and delicate effervescence will keep the palate clean. There's a touch of sweetness on the thin finish.",Operapura,19,84,Central Italy,Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro,,Cà Montanari 2012 Operapura (Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-montanari-2012-operapura-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-grasparossa-castelvetro/,Lambrusco,2012,Cà Montanari 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Bright red fruit, raspberry and blueberry open the bouquet of this pleasantly fragrant Lambrusco. There's a touch of sticky sweetness in the mouth followed by creamy foam.",Opera 02 Amabile,17,84,Central Italy,Lambrusco di Modena,,Cà Montanari 2012 Opera 02 Amabile (Lambrusco di Modena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-montanari-2012-opera-02-amabile-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-modena/,Lambrusco,2012,Cà Montanari 7,Dessert,Italy,"Generous and creamy perlage opens the stage for deeply fragrant tones of tangerine skin, white flower and peach. The wine is soft and soapy with load of bubbling in the mouth.",,19,84,Piedmont,Asti,,Bera 2011 Moscato (Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bera-2011-muscat-moscato-asti/,Moscato,2011,Bera 13.9,White,US,"A solid Chardonnay, made in the popular style. It delivers the expected flavors of tropical fruits and peaches, buttered toast, cream and smoky oak, in a one-dimensional way.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Greg Norman Estates 2011 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greg-norman-estates-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Greg Norman Estates 13,Red,France,"This is a firmly structured wine with a distinct tannic character to go with austere, mineral fruits. The wine is on the sour side, making it hard to love, although some juiciness does show through at the end.",Domaine des Nazins,,84,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Jean-Claude Debeaune 2011 Domaine des Nazins (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-debeaune-2011-domaine-nazins-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2011,Jean-Claude Debeaune 13.9,White,US,"Made in a rich, ripe style, this Chenin Blanc-based blend has enough acidity for balance. It offers rich golden mango, orange and honey flavors.",White Elephant,18,84,California,California Other,California,Vinum 2011 White Elephant White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-2011-white-elephant-other/,White Blend,2011,Vinum 5.5,Dessert,Italy,This is a fresh and easy Moscato that shows sweet tones of honey and peach nectar with background tones of white almond and melon. The wine is softly fizzy and creamy on the close.,,9,84,Lombardy,Pavia,,Canti NV Moscato (Pavia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canti-nv-muscat-moscato-pavia/,Moscato,,Canti 4.5,Dessert,Italy,"With fermentation aromas in full view, this sparkling ruby red wine offers aromas and of raspberry, strawberry and sweet almond milk. Bright berry notes follow through to the palate.",Casa Rossa,13,84,Piedmont,Brachetto d'Acqui,,Luca Bosio NV Casa Rossa (Brachetto d'Acqui),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosio-nv-casa-rossa-italian-red-brachetto-brachetto-dacqui/,Brachetto,,Luca Bosio 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Easy, simple and thin, this refreshing rosé sparkling wine offers aromas of pink grapefruit and raspberry. The mouthfeel is creamy and soft but the firm perlage keeps the palate clean.",Rosè,,84,Central Italy,Lambrusco Reggiano,,Bertolani 2012 Rosè (Lambrusco Reggiano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertolani-2012-rose-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-reggiano/,Lambrusco,2012,Bertolani 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Packaged in a bright blue bottle, this fresh Moscato d'Asti delivers soft aromas of peach and white flower followed by a spicy touch of crisp acidity that you can really feel at the back of the tongue. Pair this easy wine with spongecake, fresh strawberries and whipped cream.",,9,84,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Bella Bollè 2012 Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-bolle-2012-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2012,Bella Bollè 11,Sparkling,Italy,This is a thin and informal Prosecco with a no-fuss personality and a simple mandate to refresh the palate on a hot summer day. Citrus and honey are followed by dried sage and hay.,Extra Dry,13,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,Pasqua NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasqua-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Pasqua 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a very correct and clean Sangiovese with bright cherry nuances and blueberry followed by a touch of bitter almond. The mouthfeel is thin, easy and watery.",Prugneto,15,84,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Poderi dal Nespoli 1929 2011 Prugneto (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-dal-nespoli-1929-2011-prugneto-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,1929,Poderi dal Nespoli 1929 13,White,US,"With its notes of button mushroom and mineral, this bottling has earthy appeal. Browned apple and toasted baguette scents complete the bouquet. Medium bodied and broad in feel, the palate offers a note of toasted almond that adds a touch of bitter tension. The acidity is mild on the attack, but it gains some vigor as the wine progresses across the palate.",,24,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Miracle Valley 2011 Viognier (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miracle-valley-2011-viognier-virginia/,Viognier,2011,Miracle Valley 13,Red,US,"A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, this has aromas of yeasty bread dough, dark cherry and strawberry preserves. It is a medium-bodied wine, with soft acidity and malleable tannins. On the short finish, the tannins gain force and become chewy.",,35,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Miracle Valley 2010 Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miracle-valley-2010-red-virginia/,Red Blend,2010,Miracle Valley 11,Sparkling,Italy,This is a tight and firm style of Prosecco with lively perlage and aromatic characteristics that veer towards talc powder and white flower more than they do peachy fruit or honey. It's an Extra Dry Prosecco but the sweetness is not immediately obvious.,Extra Dry,13,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,Natale Verga NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/natale-verga-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Natale Verga 14.1,White,US,"You'll find tropical fruit flavors in this Chardonnay, but they're not strong enough to stand up to the weight of oak. It's a little too soft as well. Disappointing.",Reserve Speciale,45,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arrowood 2010 Reserve Speciale Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2010-reserve-speciale-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Arrowood 10,White,Portugal,"Off dry, crisp, and with a strong citrus element that gives a lemon-candy character to the wine. It's a light, bright wine that's great for drinking this summer. Screwcap.",Grinalda,9,84,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda 2012 Grinalda White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2012-grinalda-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2012,Aveleda 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Here is a simple and one-dimensional Prosecco that doles out citrus and honey. Try it with salted finger foods.,Brut,15,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,Foss Marai NV Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foss-marai-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Foss Marai 20,Fortified,US,"This has intense, precise aromas of brown sugar, toasted almonds, dark caramel and vanilla. On the palate, a blackberry flavor reigns, but the alcohol sears the midpalate, which gives the palate a fiery feel.",Madeira,40,84,Texas,Texas,,Haak 2005 Madeira Jacquez (Texas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haak-2005-madeira-other-red-jacquez-texas/,Jacquez,2005,Haak 12,Rose,Italy,This bright pink rosato offers juicy notes of ripe raspberry and forest berry. The quality of the fruit is sticky and slightly sweet.,Rosato,9,84,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Grati 2012 Rosato Sangiovese (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grati-2012-rosato-sangiovese-tuscany/,Sangiovese,2012,Grati 12,Red,France,"The Beaujolais appellation is the source of most Nouveau. But it also produces attractively fruity wines, full of cherries, that can be drunk over the two years following the harvest. Enjoy this wine this year.",,,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Jean-Claude Debeaune 2011 Beaujolais,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-debeaune-2011-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2011,Jean-Claude Debeaune 11,Sparkling,Italy,This simple and straightforward sparkler offers clean tones of citrus and stone fruit with talc powder and bitter almond. The wine would work perfectly on hot summer afternoons.,Brut,16,84,Veneto,Prosecco Treviso,,Salatin NV Brut (Prosecco Treviso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salatin-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco-treviso/,Glera,,Salatin 13,White,Italy,This is a bright and fragrant Sauvignon from the deep south of Italy that shows citrus and melon with back notes of almond and dried sage. The wine does not offer the aromatic intensity of the variety but it does offer good structure on the close.,Marangi,15,84,Southern Italy,Salento,,Tenute Mater Domini 2011 Marangi Sauvignon Blanc (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-mater-domini-2011-marangi-sauvignon-blanc-salento/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Tenute Mater Domini 11,Sparkling,Italy,This Prosecco Brut from Tenuta Cà Bolani is symbolic of the sparkling wine efforts now underway in the newly enlarged Prosecco appellation. The wine is simple and bright with a lean mouthfeel and lively citrus endnotes.,Brut,,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,Tenuta Cà Bolani NV Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-ca-bolani-nv-brut-prosecco-174062/,Glera,,Tenuta Cà Bolani 13.1,Red,US,"An intriguing wine, with aromas of white pepper, smoked meat, herbs and red fruit. The palate can't deliver all that these aromas have to offer though, seeming underripe and without the structure to hold them together. Interestingly, it's aged in 100% new oak—half French and half American—but the wood doesn't show.",Winemaker Reserve Prayer Rock Vineyards,39,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Reustle 2010 Winemaker Reserve Prayer Rock Vineyards Syrah (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reustle-2010-winemaker-reserve-prayer-rock-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-umpqua-valley/,Syrah,2010,Reustle 12.5,White,Mexico,"Flat early aromas seem smoky at first and then more like apple and papaya. This is a plump Sauvignon Blanc with mouthfilling weight; it's a touch mealy in flavor, and no particular fruits stick out. It's fine, but short on character.",Estacion el Porvenir,13,84,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Unión de Productores del Valle (UPVG) 2012 Estacion el Porvenir Sauvignon Blanc (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/union-productores-valle-upvg-2012-estacion-el-porvenir-sauvignon-blanc-valle-guadalupe/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Unión de Productores del Valle (UPVG) 13,Red,Mexico,"This is a muscular, concentrated wine with no shortage of horsepower. In the mouth, it's rather loud and acidic. But flavors of smoky black fruits, vanilla and toast are good and finish spicy. This is heavy and rough by global standards, but it has good fruit and isn't timid.",,28,84,Valle de Guadalupe,,,Emevé 2009 Shiraz (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emeve-2009-shiraz-valle-de-guadalupe-173162/,Shiraz,2009,Emevé 12.9,White,US,"An easy Pinot Grigio to like for its smoothness and slightly sweet orange peel, white pepper, vanilla and honey flavors. Good everyday price, and in wide distribution.",Willow Springs,7,84,California,California Other,California,CK Mondavi 2012 Willow Springs Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ck-mondavi-2012-willow-springs-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2012,CK Mondavi 10.1,White,US,"Made in the sweet, crisp and fruity style that made Moscato catch on with so many consumers, this could double as a dessert sipper. It has flavors of orange meringue pie and vanilla honey.",Willow Springs,7,84,California,California Other,California,CK Mondavi 2012 Willow Springs Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ck-mondavi-2012-willow-springs-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2012,CK Mondavi 13.5,White,US,"Another clean, brisk and slightly sweet Chardonnay from Cupcake, at a pretty good price. Its shows orange, peach, vanilla, buttered toast and white sugar flavors.",,14,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cupcake 2011 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cupcake-2011-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Cupcake 11,Sparkling,Italy,Vecchia Modena is a landmark label in the world of Lambrusco and is often seen as one of the easiest and most straightforward expressions of the ruby-red sparkling wine. It shows a light cherry color with bright raspberry and blueberry flavors capped by white foam.,Premium Vecchia Modena,15,84,Central Italy,Lambrusco di Sorbara,,Cleto Chiarli 2012 Premium Vecchia Modena (Lambrusco di Sorbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cleto-chiarli-2012-premium-vecchia-modena-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-sorbara/,Lambrusco,2012,Cleto Chiarli 12,White,Italy,"Here's a fun and easy-drinking Pinot Grigio (in a screw cap bottle) that delivers bright citrus, melon and dried hay. The mouthfeel is very simple with a smooth, waxy feel and a slightly sweet endnote.",Classic Line,11,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Domenico Cavazza 2012 Classic Line Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domenico-cavazza-2012-classic-line-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Domenico Cavazza 12.5,White,Argentina,"Pungent, feline aromas of sweat, nettle and grapefruit precede a lemony, dilute palate with lime, scallion and green-herb flavors of tarragon and thyme. It's tangy and light on the finish, with a chalky feel.",Finca la Florencia,12,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Familia Cassone 2012 Finca la Florencia Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-cassone-2012-finca-florencia-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Familia Cassone 13,White,France,"A very soft, fruity wine, with a gentle, creamy texture and light acidity. It's fresh with vanilla and pear flavors, and ready to drink.",Florières,10,84,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Cave de Lugny 2012 Florières (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-lugny-2012-florieres-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2012,Cave de Lugny 12.5,Red,US,"Ripe stem and leaf notes lend a distinctly green tone to bright black-cherry and cassis flavors in this Cabernet Franc. It's a slightly austere wine, but brisk acidity and delicate structure make it an excellent food companion.",,30,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 2010 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-2010-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Castello di Borghese 13.5,White,Argentina,"This standard Chardonnay opens with blowsy melon and papaya aromas. The palate holds onto that melony feel while dealing honeydew, papaya and fleshy apple flavors. The finish tastes sweet and kind of flat.",505,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Casarena 2012 505 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casarena-2012-505-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2012,Casarena 14.4,White,US,"The winery held this Chardonnay back a year later than their far more expensive Journey bottling. Hard to say why, but the consumer is the beneficiary. That extra bit of aging has mellowed the wine, giving it a creamy, buttery richness. It has good acidity, too, that gives a lift to the ripe tropical fruits.",,26,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Matanzas Creek 2010 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Matanzas Creek 14,Red,France,"From a selection of vines, this is a powerful, complex wine that boasts ripe tannins, sweet acidity and a juicy black currant character. It has structure and density that certainly indicate aging, so keep the wine for at least five years.",Cuvée Jean Gabriel,30,92,Bordeaux,Lussac Saint-Émilion,,Château Bel-Air 2010 Cuvée Jean Gabriel (Lussac Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bel-air-2010-cuvee-jean-gabriel-red-lussac-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Bel-Air 15.3,Red,US,"This proprietary bottling from Shafer is always a huge wine. The 2010, which contains a splash of Petite Verdot, is gigantically packed with blackberry jam, black currant, dark chocolate and sweet oak, courtesy of 20 months in 100% new French oak barrels. The wine is a bit of a bully now, but it has the balance to age. Give it until 2018.",One Point Five,72,92,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Shafer 2010 One Point Five Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2010-one-point-five-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Shafer 13.7,Red,US,"An exceptionally good Pinot, from a winery that frequently gets overlooked, perhaps because they're not charging an arm and a leg. The wine is light and silky in the mouth, with alcohol well under 14%, and marked with crisp acidity and fine-grained tannins. The flavors are classic pomegranates, rhubarbs and black cherries. Should develop over the next 4–6 years. What a great value.",Estate,29,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Balletto 2011 Estate Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balletto-2011-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Balletto 13,Red,US,"The first impression is of strawberry preserves, not jammy but with the texture and loose-knit fruit flavor of a fruit spread. Behind it are lip-licking veins of licorice and cola, finishing with dusty tannins. Chehalem dust? Don't rule it out.",Lia's Vineyard Unfiltered,50,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,J. Christopher 2010 Lia's Vineyard Unfiltered Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-christopher-2010-lias-vineyard-unfiltered-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2010,J. Christopher 15,Red,Italy,"Gold shows unexpected sophistication for the otherwise overtly bold and gregarious Sagrantino grape. Those prickly tannins you recognize from the variety are wrapped by layers of spice, cured meat and dried berry fruit.",Gold,119,91,Central Italy,Montefalco Sagrantino,,Còlpetrone 2006 Gold (Montefalco Sagrantino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colpetrone-2006-gold-italian-red-sagrantino-montefalco-sagrantino/,Sagrantino,2006,Còlpetrone 12,White,Germany,"Smoke and crushed slate reverberate from start to finish on this intensely minerally, dry Riesling. It's linear in style with a lean, steely feel, but is anchored by delectably bright Meyer lemon and orange-peel notes on the palate.",Josephshöfer GG Trocken,67,91,Mosel,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2010 Josephshöfer GG Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2010-josephshofer-gg-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 13,Rose,France,"There is just a touch of smokiness in this rich, full wine that's definitely made for food. There are red plums, some tannic texture as well as citrus and final crisp, fresh acidity.",Sélection Parcellaire,,91,Provence,Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire,,Château Gassier 2012 Sélection Parcellaire Rosé (Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gassier-2012-selection-parcellaire-rose-cotes-sainte-victoire/,Rosé,2012,Château Gassier 14.5,Red,France,"Structured, concentrated wine, showing the firm texture of the vintage with firm tannins balancing intense acidity. The wine has power—witness the alcohol—but this is contained in a more elegant texture. Best to age this wine for 4–5 years.",,20,90,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Monbadon 2010 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-monbadon-2010-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Monbadon 14.2,Rose,US,"This darkly-colored wine is a little on the heavy, fruity side for a rosé. But it's fantastically delicious, offering waves of berries, cola and spices. The acidity is refreshingly high. You can drink this instead of a red wine with lighter meats, such as lamb or pork.",Rosé of Pinot Noir,25,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2012 Rosé of Pinot Noir Rosé (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2012-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Rosé,2012,Lynmar 14.1,Red,US,"The Soberanes Vineyard is the source to well-regarded wines from Bruliam, Siduri and Bernardus. Lucia's 2011 is a good followup to their 2010, showing fresh, jammy cherry and persimmon flavors, brightened with zippy acidity and finished with sweet oak. Will benefit from a few years in the cellar.",Soberanes Vineyard,50,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Lucia 2011 Soberanes Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucia-2011-soberanes-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Lucia 14.2,White,US,"This has the look and feel of a fine white Burgundy, with expressive acidity, pinpointed oak, rich creaminess and a certain stony minerality. Yet the fruit is pure California, tropical and succulent. The wine is from the Pisoni family.",,40,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Lucia 2011 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucia-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Lucia 13.2,White,US,"Fragrant with peach aromas and wet-stone minerality, this dry Riesling is well integrated, smooth and refreshing. It is delicious on its own as an apéritif or will make a mellow partner to all manner of appetizers, especially those with seafood and a twist of heat or chili spice.",,22,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Clif Family 2011 Riesling (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clif-family-2011-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Riesling,2011,Clif Family 14.5,White,US,"No one in Washington makes better Semillon at this price. Dry and subtle, it benefits from blending with 10% Sauvignon Blanc, showing bright citrus rind, light toast, and excellent length.",,15,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2011 Semillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2011-semillon-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,2011,L'Ecole No. 41 15,Red,Italy,"This is a lovely wine made from the Montepulciano grape that opens with inky dark concentration and bold notes of black fruit, prune and exotic spice. In the mouth, it shows a rich, soft texture with chocolate fudge on the finish.",Terre dei Vestini San Zopito,34,90,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Torre Raone 2007 Terre dei Vestini San Zopito (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-raone-2007-terre-vestini-san-zopito-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2007,Torre Raone 14,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Montepulciano may be an acquired taste to some but it definitely opens a fascinating window onto the potential of wine from Italy's Adriatic Coast. It offers big, round consistency with bold black fruit, spice and black chewing tobacco.",Cúmaro Riserva,42,90,Central Italy,Conero,,Umani Ronchi 2009 Cúmaro Riserva (Conero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umani-ronchi-2009-cumaro-riserva-italian-red-montepulciano-conero/,Montepulciano,2009,Umani Ronchi 14.5,Red,Spain,"Given the difficulties of this cool vintage, this is an excellent wine with dark berry, herb, spice and vanilla aromas. It's firm on the palate like most 2008s, with flavors of blackberry, chocolate and oak spice leading to an earthy tasting finish. Drink now–2016.",Cenit Old Vines,59,90,Northern Spain,Tierra del Viños de Zamora,,Viñas del Cenit 2008 Cenit Old Vines Tempranillo (Tierra del Viños de Zamora),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-cenit-2008-old-vines-tempranillo-tierra-vinos-zamora/,Tempranillo,2008,Viñas del Cenit 12.3,Red,US,"Sourced from 30-year-old, self-rooted vines, this limited cuvée is the best of the 2010's from WVV. Elegant, aromatic and well crafted throughout, it gathers itself into a concentrated middle, with sour cherry candy appeal. There's good length and a tart, refreshing kick to the finish.",Bernau Block,45,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2010 Bernau Block Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2010-bernau-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Willamette Valley Vineyards 14.5,White,US,"This wine is tight and citrusy now, with a kick of acidity. It's elegantly structured, but not showing much generosity, despite a core of lemondrop candy, green apple and honeysuckle flavors. Give it a few years to develop.",Carneros Selection Estate,75,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2009 Carneros Selection Estate Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2009-carneros-selection-estate-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Grgich Hills 14.1,Red,US,"At last Failla can use this newl-approved appellation for their estate-grown fruit. The wine is concentrated in raspberry and cherry jam and sweet oak flavors. The acidity associated with this extreme western edge of Sonoma County, so near the ocean, is brisk and stimulating. The flavors are a little candied now, but you might try giving it 4–5 years to see if it gains bottle complexity.",Estate Vineyard,65,90,California,Sonoma,Fort Ross-Seaview,Failla 2011 Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Fort Ross-Seaview),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2011-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-fort-ross-seaview/,Pinot Noir,2011,Failla 14.5,Red,US,"Well-aged and drinking at a peak, this 100% Sangiovese is round and toasty, filled with plush cherry fruit, and just a smidgen of green olive. The barrel aging brings in accents of toasted walnuts through a full, inviting finish.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,29,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Helix by Reininger 2008 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helix-by-reininger-2008-stillwater-creek-vineyard-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2008,Helix by Reininger 14.8,Red,US,"Classic Napa Valley Cabernet, this is dry, tannic and ripe, with delicious blackberry and cassis liqueur flavors that finish with style and elegance. Scores high in the deliciousness factor, although it's a bit lacking in substance to age. Drink up over the next year or two.",,42,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pure Cru 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pure-cru-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Pure Cru 14.4,Red,US,"This Cabernet needs time. It's rich and ripe with blackberry jam, black currants, dark chocolate and sweet, smoky oak, but very tight and astringent in tannins. Give it at least six years in the cellar.",Estate Reserve,58,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pope Valley Winery 2010 Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pope-valley-winery-2010-estate-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Pope Valley Winery 8.5,White,Germany,"There's an earthy savoriness that adds shades of mystery to this otherwise sunny, sweet, delicate Riesling. It's concentrated with ripe yellow peach and honey flavors, but balanced with penetrating acidity and a murmur of crushed stones on the finish.",Hochheimer Domdechaney Auslese,53,90,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 2010 Hochheimer Domdechaney Auslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-2010-hochheimer-domdechaney-auslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Domdechant Werner 15.8,Red,US,"Awesomely rich and forward with cherry and raspberry jam, chocolate and spice flavors, this high-alcohol wine fortunately is balanced with adequate acidity, firm tannins and even a hit of minerals. But the overall impression is of soft fruitiness. It's mainly Syrah, with small quantities of Grenache and Mourvèdre.",Hommage à nos Pairs Reserve,95,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clos Solène 2010 Hommage à nos Pairs Reserve Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-solene-2010-hommage-a-nos-pairs-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2010,Clos Solène 16,Red,US,"This Syrah-Grenache blend is enormously rich, ripe and heady. It wears its 16% abv well, without ever feeling hot or awkward. Instead, fine acidity and firm tannins give the dark chocolate and blackberry jam flavors the balanced lusciousness of Port, without the sweetness.",Hommage à nos Pairs Reserve,95,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clos Solène 2009 Hommage à nos Pairs Reserve Syrah-Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-solene-2009-hommage-a-nos-pairs-reserve-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah-Grenache,2009,Clos Solène 14.5,Red,US,"Tightly wound still, this wine isn't showing much yet beyond ripe cherries, pomegranates and new oak. Firm tannins and crisp acidity provide structure, and the finish is dry and long. But the balance and complexity suggest that this block selection will age well. Hold until 2018.",Jane's Vineyard Garfield Block,60,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 2011 Jane's Vineyard Garfield Block Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-2011-janes-vineyard-garfield-block-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Davis Bynum 15,Red,Spain,"This has a lot of good things going in its favor, for example depth, power and richness. It's also raisiny and oaky, with stewy core flavors of baked berry, cassis, roasted meat and vanilla. The finish is chewy and thick, with vanilla and pastry flavors along with grating tannins. By no means is this wine perfect, but it offers a lot of what's good about Toro; drink now.",La Calera,34,90,Northern Spain,Toro,,Cyan 2005 La Calera (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cyan-2005-calera-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2005,Cyan 9,White,Germany,"Smoke and crushed stone notes add a savory, earthy element to sweet, honeyed tangerine and apricot flavors on this bright, brisk, remarkably complex Riesling. It's delicately structured but penetrating in style with a long, focused finish.",Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Kabinett,23,90,Mosel,,,Bischöfliche Weingüter Trier 2011 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bischofliche-weinguter-trier-2011-piesporter-goldtropfchen-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Bischöfliche Weingüter Trier 12.5,Red,France,"A rich, tight, warm wine from organic grapes. Red plum, firm tannins and a sophisticated feel give this wine both structure, dark fruits and an ageworthy character. This is a fine wine, balanced and with fine acidity.",,,90,Provence,Les Baux de Provence,,Mas de Gourgonnier 2009 Red (Les Baux de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-gourgonnier-2009-red-baux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Mas de Gourgonnier 14.5,Red,Spain,"Like many Griñon wines, this is dense and earthy on the nose, with ripe berry and marzipan aromas. A round, layered, full-bodied palate shows hard, unresolved tannins and ripe, earthy flavors of blackberry, spice, herbs and chocolate. A firm, textured finish with integrated flavors is bullish but classy. Drink through 2018.",Single Vineyard Estate Bottled,40,90,Central Spain,Dominio de Valdepusa,,Marques de Griñon 2007 Single Vineyard Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Dominio de Valdepusa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-2007-single-vineyard-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-dominio-valdepusa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Marques de Griñon 14.8,White,US,"With this bottling, Kenneth Volk has produced the quintessential cool-climate, unoaked Chardonnay. The grape variety reveals itself strongly, with classic peach and tropical fruit flavors that are very ripe, almost apricoty. The Santa Maria Valley's chilly climate shows up in brisk, mouthwatering acidity, while the finish is thoroughly dry. Additional richness was provided by sur-lie aging, which brings creamy notes.",Jaybird Unoaked,24,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kenneth Volk 2011 Jaybird Unoaked Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenneth-volk-2011-jaybird-unoaked-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Kenneth Volk 14,Red,Chile,"This is a rugged, full-bodied and flavorful Cabernet. Aromas of gritty black cherry and cassis come with herbal undercurrents. The palate is tight, with firm tannins and foresty, lightly herbal flavors of cassis, wild berry, juniper and chocolate. Drink through 2017.",Axel,20,90,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2009 Axel Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2009-axel-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,La Playa 15,Red,US,"This is one of the most expensive Cabernet Sauvignons ever from Paso Robles, but the truth is that it expresses a new, emerging style from that region of balance and complexity. Made from 100% Cab, it's dry, full bodied and balanced, although a little conspicuous in alcohol. The black currant flavors are powerful and delicious. Drink soon.",Cardinal,90,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,The Farm Winery 2009 Cardinal Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farm-winery-2009-cardinal-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,The Farm Winery 14,Red,Chile,"Although this smells a bit flat and earthy, cool, herbal berry aromas as well as coffee and spice make this inviting and easy to like. A flush, jammy palate maintains its pulse, while a mix of spicy black fruits, licorice, espresso and chocolate flavors end long and lightly herbal. Drink this cuddly wine sooner rather than later.",Ecos de Rulo Single Vineyard El Rulo Estate,20,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2010 Ecos de Rulo Single Vineyard El Rulo Estate Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2010-ecos-rulo-single-vineyard-el-rulo-estate-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Viña Bisquertt 14.2,Red,US,"This Cab is soft and lush with cherry, red currant and anise flavors that linger long into a spicy finish. It gains extra points for the tannin-acid structure, which is so easy to like.",,48,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Venteux 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venteux-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Venteux 15,Red,Italy,"Made with Bordò (a biotype of Grenache) in limited case production, Kupra is a special wine that is clearly designed to showcase the potential of winemaking in the Marche, Central Italy. The wine is crisp, clean and elegant with a long assembly of aromas that span from cherry and cinnamon to crushed white stone and white pepper. The close is smooth and elegant.",Kupra,230,90,Central Italy,Marche,,Oasi degli Angeli 2008 Kupra Grenache (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oasi-degli-angeli-2008-kupra-grenache-marche/,Grenache,2008,Oasi degli Angeli 14.5,Red,US,"This is pure Cabernet Sauvignon, with pretty, ripe berry and plum fruit flavors in abundance. The toasty frame, medium tannins and hints of dried leaf add to the overall composition of this nicely-balanced, limited-production wine.",Reserve,38,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Nodland 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nodland-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Nodland 14.3,Red,US,"This wine is young, fruity and tannic, in the house style. The 2010 is particularly rich and ripe with cherries, but complex, intense and worth repeated sipping. A very good representation of a Suscol Merlot. Drink now–2016.",Suscol Ranch,53,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nickel & Nickel 2010 Suscol Ranch Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2010-suscol-ranch-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Nickel & Nickel 13.5,Red,US,"La Folia continues to impress with this young bottling of Dolcetto, its light body and texture tinged with a taste of savory mint, licorice and earth balanced against layers of sweet strawberry. Enjoy throughout spring and summer with antipasto",,28,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,La Folia Winery 2011 Dolcetto (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folia-winery-2011-italian-red-dolcetto-sierra-foothills/,Dolcetto,2011,La Folia Winery 13,White,US,"Wente remains remarkably adept at making very good wines in big volumes at fair prices. This is a textbook example—a crisp, layered and complex SB that's as floral as spring, generous in acidity and lemony on the finish. Pair with shellfish, chicken or goat cheese on crackers.",Louis Mel,15,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2011 Louis Mel Sauvignon Blanc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2011-louis-mel-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Wente 13.5,Red,US,"Made from single (777) clone, organically-grown grapes, the Blackjack Block Pinot Noir is focused and complex. The mid-palate shows flesh and fat, ripe berry and cherry fruit, with a backing of citrusy acids. Its middle is its strength; it would benefit from blending to add more depth to both front and back.",Blackjack Block,75,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2009 Blackjack Block Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2009-blackjack-block-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,King Estate 13.5,Red,Austria,"Bitter cherry fruits and firmer tannins dominate this serious, concentrated Pinot Noir. It has weight and a youthful bitterness that needs time to round out. The juiciness and the structure are both there for aging.",Grillenhügel,42,90,Thermenregion,,,Johanneshof Reinisch 2010 Grillenhügel Pinot Noir (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johanneshof-reinisch-2010-grillenhugel-pinot-noir-thermenregion/,Pinot Noir,2010,Johanneshof Reinisch 15.5,Red,US,"High alcohol and superripe fruit give this blend its personality. It's incredibly rich and extracted with blackberry and cherry jam, anise, mocha and toast flavors, wrapped into luxuriously soft, complex tannins.",Straits,46,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Jada Vineyard & Winery 2010 Straits Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jada-vineyard-winery-2010-straits-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Jada Vineyard & Winery 14.7,Red,Chile,"After a few years when Altaïr's wines strayed toward being too herbal and rustic, this is cleaner and easier to like. It's still showing the winery's typical herbal-olive aromas and flavors, but it's smooth in the mouth, with deep flavors of blackberry, cassis, licorice and cocoa. A solid, earthy finish with flavors of toast, coffee and herbs qualifies as complex. Drink now–2016.",Sideral,25,90,Rapel Valley,,,Altaïr 2009 Sideral Red (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altair-2009-sideral-red-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2009,Altaïr 13.5,Red,Italy,"Emidio Pepe shows excellent results with the 2001 vintage of his landmark Montepulciano d'Abruzzo. Made according to rigorous organic principles, the wine shows dark fruit and blackberry with bold leather and tobacco at the back. The tannins are polished and tight but the wine still shows more years of aging potential ahead.",,105,90,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Emidio Pepe 2001 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emidio-pepe-2001-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2001,Emidio Pepe 12.5,Red,France,"Right next door to Mouton Rothschild, this small property is producing wines that are dominated by the rich, firm Cabernet Sauvignon of Pauillac. The weight and density are very present, a solid dry core surrounded by delicious black currant fruits. A wine that will mature relatively fast because of the vintage.",,112,90,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Béhèré Courtin 2011 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-behere-courtin-2011-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Béhèré Courtin 13,Rose,France,"A vibrant, fruity wine that offers great ripe red fruits as well as refreshing acidity. It has an edge of vanilla that smoothes the wine out. Classic dry summer rosé.",La Mascaronne,24,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château la Mascaronne 2012 La Mascaronne Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mascaronne-2012-la-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château la Mascaronne 13,Rose,France,"As fresh as it comes, this is crisp and clean rosé, ready for summer aperitifs. Bright red berries cut through a warmer texture and bring acidity with them. There's an attractive lively finish.",,28,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château des Demoiselles 2012 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-demoiselles-2012-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château des Demoiselles 14,White,France,"It must be unique to find any Bordeaux in a Burgundy style bottle. Certainly this ultra-rich wine owes much to Burgundian Chardonnay. But under the sweet fruit, there is no mistaking the Muscadelle perfume and spice that give a bite, a dry, peppery finish and a very different character",Les Vignes d'Elisa,65,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Chateau de Launay 2009 Les Vignes d'Elisa (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-launay-2009-vignes-delisa-muscat-muscadelle-blanc/,Muscadelle,2009,Chateau de Launay 13.5,Rose,France,"Ripe and fruity, this is a concentrated rosé that shows its origins in the rich terroir of Aix-en-Provence. That said, all the right acidity and citrus flavors are there balancing the generous red plum fruits. This is a wine for food rather than an aperitif.",,20,90,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Château de Calavon 2012 Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-calavon-2012-rose-coteaux-daix-en/,Rosé,2012,Château de Calavon 13,Rose,France,"Rich and complex, this is a densely flavored rosé. It has spice and tangerine orange zest as well as a more complex red pepper and red currant character. It is a wine for fish or ratatouille.",Inspire,20,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Roubine 2012 Inspire Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roubine-2012-inspire-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château Roubine 14,White,Italy,Here is a finely crafted Chardonnay that shows soft aromas of apricot and peach backed by mild tones of melted butter and toasted almond nut. This wine is characterized by extreme balance and structure that makes it perfect for white meat or shellfish.,Formigar Cornell,38,90,,Alto Adige,,Colterenzio 2010 Formigar Cornell Chardonnay (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colterenzio-2010-formigar-cornell-chardonnay-alto-adige/,Chardonnay,2010,Colterenzio 14,White,Italy,"This is a sophisticated and toasted expression of Pinot Grigio that offers thick tones of exotic fruit, apricot, butter, almond and butterscotch. The mouthfeel is creamy, soft and beautifully intense.",Sanct Valentin,38,90,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Produttori San Michele Appiano 2010 Sanct Valentin Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-produttori-san-michele-appiano-2010-sanct-valentin-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Cantina Produttori San Michele Appiano 14.9,White,US,"The cool 2011 vintage was kind to Calera's Viognier, helping to rein in the fruit which sometimes can be overwhelming. You still get plenty of tropical fruit and honeysuckle flavor, but it's just part of a package that also includes acidity, oak and minerals.",,30,90,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2011 Viognier (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2011-viognier-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Viognier,2011,Calera 13.4,White,US,"This is a cool-climate Chardonnay that's dark gold in color and tastes of ripe apple. From both the Ferrington and Savoy Vineyards, two of Anderson Valley's finest, it shows the greatness of the vintage in coastal Mendocino. Fragrant and rich in honey and toasty notes, it finishes crisp. Crab cakes with it would be ideal.",,28,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Breggo 2011 Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/breggo-2011-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Breggo 12.5,White,Spain,"For freshness and elegance in an unoaked wine, look no further than this leesy, smooth Albariño that shouts of its coastal origin. Sea notes, apple and peach grace the bouquet, while the plump but zesty palate offers minerally lemon, lime and apple flavors.",O Rosal,24,91,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Terras Gauda 2012 O Rosal Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terras-gauda-2012-o-rosal-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2012,Terras Gauda 14.5,White,US,"This Sauvignon Blanc impresses for subtle elegance. It's not the biggest or the fruitiest, doesn't dazzle with richness, and doesn't club you over the head with oak. Instead, it offers dryness, crisp acidity and tart green apple, lemongrass, cream and vanilla flavors.",,40,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rochioli 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochioli-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Rochioli 11.5,White,Germany,"This dry, remarkably minerally Riesling highlights tones of granite and wet slate against a backdrop of fresh apple, lemon and tangerine. It's broad and textural on the palate, with sharp lime juice acidity and a hint of lemon pith and herb on the finish.",Kaseler Nies'chen GG Trocken,64,91,Mosel,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2010 Kaseler Nies'chen GG Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2010-kaseler-nieschen-gg-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 14.6,Red,US,"Tim Stevens showcases Yakima Valley terroir as well as any winemaker in the state. This is sourced from the DuBrul and Meek vineyards, and it is remarkably complex, though still tight and tart. The dark fruits are highlighted with toast and baking spices, along with clove and ginger. Look for this to be a 10+ year Merlot.",,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2010 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2010-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2010,Stevens 7.5,White,Germany,"Scents of tangerine peel and lanolin add a spicy complexity to intensely fruity, sweet peach and nectarine flavors on this gorgeously honeyed, yet easy-drinking Riesling. Striking lemon acidity and crushed stone notes add delicacy and nuance to the finish.",Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese,54,91,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2010 Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2010-urziger-wurzgarten-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Markus Molitor 13,Red,Austria,"This blend of Merlot and Blaufränkisch allows the ripe Merlot to soften the natural structure of Blaufränkisch and bring out juicy, open, generous flavors. With berry fruits to the fore, rounded tannins, a touch of wood and final sweet acidity, this is a wine that will soon be ready to drink.",Salzberg,30,91,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 2009 Salzberg Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-hans-und-christine-2009-salzberg-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2009,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 6,Dessert,Austria,"Luscious and opulent, this Essenz is the purest elixir. It has a rich texture, unctuous and smooth, the honey flavors laced with intense acidity. The wine tastes delicious now but all that acidity will allow it to age many years.",Trockenbeerenauslese Essenz,40,91,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 2005 Trockenbeerenauslese Essenz Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-hans-und-christine-2005-trockenbeerenauslese-essenz-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2005,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 14.9,Red,US,"Rachis refers to a particular part of the grape stem, and indicates that roughly one quarter of this wine is whole cluster fermented. Very pretty cherry fruit is gently mixed with accents of Italian herbs, and the stems tighten up the tannins and add a light hint of bitterness. The finish has a tart, grapefruity kick.",Rachis,53,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2010 Rachis Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2010-rachis-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2010,Dusted Valley 14.7,Red,US,"A bright, tart, spicy wine with plenty of grip and detail, this threads flavors of herb, stem and earth into the substantial blackberry and cassis fruit. It's nicely woven together, penetrating and punchy.",,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Dusted Valley 13,Rose,France,"A beautifully balanced wine, crisp and rich at the same time. It has the freshest red berry fruits that go right through the spicy texture, giving intense full fruitiness. Worth aging this wine for a few months.",,,91,Provence,Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire,,Domaine Houchart 2012 Rosé (Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-houchart-2012-rose-cotes-sainte-victoire/,Rosé,2012,Domaine Houchart 12.5,White,Germany,"Intensely perfumed with notes of violet petals, potpourri and herbs, this is a stunning, elegant Riesling that's also powerfully structured on the palate. It's intensely ripe with stonefruit, but quite dry in style with reverberating lime-juice acidity and a deliciously astringent lime-pith note on the finish.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr GG Trocken,42,91,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2010 Wehlener Sonnenuhr GG Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2010-wehlener-sonnenuhr-gg-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Loosen 13.5,Red,France,"Now developing into an impressive, maturing wine, this is rich and complex. It has well integrated tannins that bring out sweet acidity, spice and finely lightly roasted coffee. Ready to drink, it should certainly keep for at least six years and probably more.",,55,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Laroque 2005 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laroque-2005-saint-emilion-171695/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Laroque 13.5,Rose,France,"The extra year gives this wine quite different flavors from the forward fruitiness of Provence rosé. It now has a richer, more complex character and weight of ripe fruit, caramel and vanilla flavors. This is a serious, food friendly rosé.",Les Clans,60,91,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château d'Esclans 2011 Les Clans Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-desclans-2011-clans-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2011,Château d'Esclans 14,White,Italy,"This is one of the most beautiful Sauvignons made in Italy. The cool mountainous climate of the Dolomites has shaped a fragrant and elegant wine with tons of exotic fruit, white pepper, dried sage and tangerine. There's a touch of roundness in the mouth that gives it extra staying power.",Sanct Valentin,38,91,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Produttori San Michele Appiano 2011 Sanct Valentin Sauvignon (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-produttori-san-michele-appiano-2011-sanct-valentin-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-alto-adige/,Sauvignon,2011,Cantina Produttori San Michele Appiano 13.9,Red,US,"With moderate alcohol, this Pinot is silky and delicate in the mouth, with excellent acidity. Yet it's intense in sunshiney-ripe raspberries and cherries, as well as a hint of mushrooms that will become more pronounced with age. Defines the lighter style of California Pinot, in a gracious, elegant style.",Winery Block Estate,38,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Balletto 2011 Winery Block Estate Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balletto-2011-winery-block-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Balletto 14.2,Red,US,"A very fine Cabernet, showing the soft tannins and herbaceousness of many Sonoma County Cabs. At the same time, there's a sweet streak of blackberry jam and mocha. Feels fine and and balanced in the mouth, with brisk tannins and a long, complex finish. One of the better Dry Creek Cabs out there, it will provide good drinking over the next 5–6 years.",Watchtower Vineyard Estate,38,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gustafson Family 2009 Watchtower Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustafson-family-2009-watchtower-vineyard-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Gustafson Family 14.1,Red,US,"Dark, robust and earthy, with a pronounced smell and taste of caramel, this Tempranillo develops in lovely ways in the glass, so let it breathe. Its earthy character hints at dust, and the wine is soft, light and smooth. Enjoy with paella or grilled seafood.",Reserve,42,91,California,Lake County,Lake County,Six Sigma Ranch 2009 Reserve Tempranillo (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-sigma-ranch-2009-reserve-tempranillo-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Tempranillo,2009,Six Sigma Ranch 14,Red,France,"A powerful, firm wine, very solid and rich. With red plum and blackberry fruits, dense tannins and a touch of wood aging, the wine shows considerable potential. It is already balanced but will benefit from at least six years' aging.",,26,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Peymouton 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-peymouton-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Peymouton 9,White,Germany,"Semi-sweet in style with a ripe, intensely fruity palate, this delicate little Riesling is surprisingly complex with layers of wax, honey and lemon-pith that reverberate on a brisk, minerally palate.",Scharzhofberger Kabinett,23,91,Mosel,,,Bischöfliche Weingüter Trier 2011 Scharzhofberger Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bischofliche-weinguter-trier-2011-scharzhofberger-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Bischöfliche Weingüter Trier 14.5,Red,France,"Dark colored wine, revealing wood aging both aromatically and to taste. That said, it also has great weight, a powerful and complex wine with its coffee, dried fruit and black plum flavors. It's an impressive, solid wine that deserves at least seven years' aging.",,29,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Lestage Simon 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lestage-simon-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lestage Simon 7,White,Germany,"Notes of hay, pollen and beeswax add a savory, honeyed tone to this exquisitely dainty Riesling. The palate is intensely packed with sweet citrus fruit, but it's balanced with striking acidity and a shower of minerality on the finish.",Herrenberg Auslese 21,83,91,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2010 Herrenberg Auslese 21 Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2010-herrenberg-auslese-21-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Maximin Grünhäuser 13,Red,US,"This delightful bottle opens gracefully with lush aromatics, showing snap and complexity. The palate mixes red fruits with hints of seed, grain, pepper and pretty herbs. It's long and seamless, with a coffee streak across the finish.",The Kilmore,42,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Owen Roe 2010 The Kilmore Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owen-roe-2010-kilmore-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2010,Owen Roe 14.5,Red,Spain,"Dusty spice and red-berry aromas are a fine opening to this blend of Garnacha, Carignan, Cab Sauvignon and Syrah. It's fairly full bodied but not heavy, with fine balance and bright flavors of cherry and berry that come in layered waves. A toasty, dry finish with spice and good acidity closes out this easy-to-like Spanish red. Drink through 2017.",Negre,22,91,Catalonia,Montsant,,Jaspi 2010 Negre Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaspi-2010-negre-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2010,Jaspi 14.1,White,US,"This is the most broadly appealing Chardonnay of Lynmar's wonderful 2011 offering. It makes all the right moves, with fine acidity and a hint of minerals giving structure to the tropical fruit, buttered toast and spice flavors. It's the kind of wine that makes Chard lovers smile. Best of all, it costs considerably less than the winery's other Chards and is nearly as good.",,35,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2011 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Lynmar 14,Red,US,"This is a beautiful Syrah that's dry and full bodied, with dense, concentrated blackberry, cassis, smoked meat and cracked black pepper flavors. It's really gorgeous, but very young, with hard tannins. Give it up to six years in the cellar, before the fruit starts to fade away.",Soberanes Vineyard,45,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Lucia 2011 Soberanes Vineyard Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucia-2011-soberanes-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2011,Lucia 13,White,Austria,"The village of Gamlitz is dominated by the Kranachberg vineyard. The example from Sattlerhof shows the natural tropical richness from the warm soils. There is a herbal character to go with the more spicy, fruity. A mineral texture at the end gives bite. Glass stopper.",Kranachberg,52,91,Südsteiermark,,,Sattlerhof 2010 Kranachberg Sauvignon Blanc (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sattlerhof-2010-kranachberg-sauvignon-blanc-sudsteiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Sattlerhof 14,Red,France,"Big, rich, dense wine, packed with dark tannins and blackberry fruits. The wine has concentration, layering wood aging with youthful acidity that shines through the structure. An impressive wine that needs aging for at least five years.",Grand Vin,35,91,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Tour de Guiet 2010 Grand Vin (Côtes de Bourg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-guiet-2010-grand-vin-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tour de Guiet 14,Red,Spain,"Earthy dark-berry and leathery aromas are nice and convincing. The palate on this single-vineyard Tempranillo is big but balanced, with layering and firm tannins. Flavors of black fruits, creamy oak and earth finish with grabby tannins and sincerity. Drink this full-bodied wine now through 2018.",El Rincón de Clunia,55,91,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Clunia 2010 El Rincón de Clunia Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clunia-2010-el-rincon-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2010,Clunia 9,White,Germany,"Hints of spice and pollen add dimension to ripe peach, apple and honey notes on this decadent but composed Riesling. It's lip-smackingly sweet on the attack, but sharp, steely acidity and hints of tea leaf extend long on the finish.",Rüdesheimer Berg Rottland Auslese,48,91,Rheingau,,,Dr. Nägler 2010 Rüdesheimer Berg Rottland Auslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-nagler-2010-rudesheimer-berg-rottland-auslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Nägler 14.5,Red,Chile,"Price aside, this is a fine, ready to drink, full-bodied Carmenère with earth, cola, tree bark, cherry and cassis aromas. It's full and a touch soft in the mouth, with easy tannins and bold flavors of blackberry, herbs, bitter chocolate and leather. On the finish, it's peppery tasting and mildly herbal. Drink now through 2016.",Carmín de Peumo,200,91,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 2008 Carmín de Peumo Carmenère (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2008-carmin-peumo-carmenere-peumo/,Carmenère,2008,Concha y Toro 14.2,White,US,"A very good wine from one of the newer entries to the Farrell pantheon of vineyard-designated Chardonnays. It's brisk in acidity, with voluptuous tropical fruit and green apple flavors. New oak brings the usual complexities of buttered toast and vanilla. The texture is just a little scoury. Drink now.",Westside Farms,38,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2010 Westside Farms Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2010-westside-farms-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Gary Farrell 14,White,Austria,"A single vineyard wine with the typical spice and richness of Rotgipfler, a rare grape found only in Thermenregion, south of Vienna. Just off dry, so soft and warm in character, it has ripe pear, lychee and kiwi fruit flavors. Ready to drink, or age another year or two.",Satzing,42,91,Thermenregion,,,Johanneshof Reinisch 2011 Satzing Rotgipfler (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johanneshof-reinisch-2011-satzing-other-white-rotgipfler-thermenregion/,Rotgipfler,2011,Johanneshof Reinisch 13,White,US,"Neither oak aging nor malolactic fermentation was used here, hence the name. But far from madness, this wine is sleek, sensual, skillful and seductive. Crisp acidity, lemony minerality, an overriding freshness and excellent depth of flavor all combine to create a wine that seems to be more than the sum of its parts. Shellfish, light seafood, poultry and even pork dishes would be fine matches.",Cuvée Lunatique,20,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,J. Christopher 2011 Cuvée Lunatique Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-christopher-2011-cuvee-lunatique-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,J. Christopher 13.5,Red,US,"Freedom Hill is one of the most-admired vineyards in the Willamette Valley, and this elegant wine does it full justice. A beguiling mix of roses, chocolate, berry and sandalwood, it tickles the nose and tongue with its precision and deceptive depth of flavor.",Freedom Hill,55,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,King Estate 2010 Freedom Hill Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2010-freedom-hill-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,King Estate 11.5,Dessert,Austria,"They could make anything into dessert wine in Burgenland, even Pinot Noir. And this bright gold colored wine is a great success, combining the sweetness and intense acidity with just the lightest touch of tannin. Age this wine for a few more years.",Eiswein,,91,Burgenland,,,Höpler 2009 Eiswein Pinot Noir (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopler-2009-eiswein-pinot-noir-burgenland/,Pinot Noir,2009,Höpler 13,Rose,France,"With just the merest hint of rosé color, this beautifully dry wine has delicious acidity, refreshing red berry fruits as well as a fine depth of ripe fruit flavors. It tastes young, and would benefit from a few months more in bottle.",Grande Cuvée,,91,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Réal Martin 2012 Grande Cuvée Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-real-martin-2012-grande-cuvee-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château Réal Martin 14.5,Red,Chile,"This is a rich, ripe Syrah with chunky aromas of baked black fruits, forest floor, chocolate and berry syrup. It's soft, lush and syrupy feeling, with jammy, ultraripe flavors of baked blackberry, tobacco, coffee and herbs. This finishes chewy, dense and without much spine or kick. Drink now through 2015.",La Cumbre,125,91,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2010 La Cumbre Syrah (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2010-cumbre-shiraz-syrah-syrah-aconcagua-valley/,Syrah,2010,Errazuriz 15.1,Red,US,"This is delicious, as Longoria's wines tend to be. It's dry and full bodied, and shows the firm tannins of a cool-climate Syrah. Yet it's also jam packed with blackberry, cassis, anise and dark chocolate richness. Really nice now, especially a great steak with some mushroomy additions.",Alisos Vineyard,34,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Longoria 2010 Alisos Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2010-alisos-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,Longoria 14.5,Red,US,"This rich, dark and earthy wine is pure Cabernet Sauvignon, done well and designed to appeal to those who favor dark barrel flavors along with their ripe fruit. Here, the flavors begins at licorice and runs through espresso, cacao and a finish of lightly charred tannins.",Reserve,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Nodland 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nodland-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Nodland 14.7,Red,US,"Wallywood is a Rhône-style red, with two thirds Syrah, while Grenache, Mourvèdre and Petite Sirah fill in the rest. It surprises with its elegance, despite hefty alcohol and tannic components. It's a very well-done blend, melding together flavors of plum, berry, herb, stem, earth and iron.",Wallywood,42,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2010 Wallywood Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2010-wallywood-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Dusted Valley 7.5,White,Germany,"White pepper and savory dried-herb notes add a dark dimension to super-concentrated stonefruit flavors on this delicate, almost gossamer-like Riesling. It's penetrating on the palate with tangerine acidity and a long, lanolin and honey-coated finish.",Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese,50,91,Mosel,,,Dr. Hermann 2010 Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-hermann-2010-urziger-wurzgarten-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Hermann 14.9,Red,US,"Barbecue seems like the natural partner for this soft, tannic, fruity wine. It's enormous in fruit flavor, with tiers of blackberry and cherry jam, brown sugar, smoked meat, pepper and cedar lasting long on the finish. Gains extra points for the beauty of its balance. Will last for many years, but drink soon for freshness.",,32,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Aaron 2009 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aaron-2009-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2009,Aaron 12.5,White,US,"Lovely tree fruits and a hint of honeycomb come through in this well-balanced Pinot Gris. It offers both easy drinkability and surprising depth of flavor, with a lingering finish that should cost you significantly more.",,12,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2011 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,Château Bianca 14.5,Red,Chile,"This is a bold, fruity, muscular blend that's 100% New World in its darkness, ripeness and heft. It's earthy and full of cola and herbs on the nose, while the palate is rugged and delivers core blackberry, spice, coffee and herbal flavors. A dry, ripped, peppery tasting finish is a proper ending. Drink now–2017.",Vertice Apalta Vineyard,37,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Ventisquero 2008 Vertice Apalta Vineyard Carmenère-Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2008-vertice-apalta-vineyard-red-blend-carmenere-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère-Syrah,2008,Ventisquero 13,White,US,"This is pure Sauvignon Blanc, fermented in acacia barrels. Intense and grassy, with a deep splash of citrus and a long, tangy finish. A Sauv Blanc for those who love the grape in its most dense and unadorned expression.",Croft Vineyard Über-Sauvignon,35,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,J. Christopher 2011 Croft Vineyard Über-Sauvignon Sauvignon Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-christopher-2011-croft-vineyard-uber-sauvignon-sauvignon-blanc-willamette-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,J. Christopher 14,White,Austria,"Ripe and weighty, this is a rich wine from the Pfaffenberg vineyard in Krems. It has spice as well as perfumed white fruits, a sense of structure and concentration. It feels warm with peach and white fruit flavors likely to develop along with acidity over the next 3–4 years.",Ried Pfaffenberg Steiner Selection,66,91,Niederösterreich,,,Emmerich Knoll 2011 Ried Pfaffenberg Steiner Selection Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmerich-knoll-2011-ried-pfaffenberg-steiner-selection-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2011,Emmerich Knoll 14.5,Red,Chile,"Floral aromas of cassis and plum are open, spicy and complex, with a balsamic accent. This feels solid as a rock, with firm tannins and a lively flavor profile that includes blackberry, baked notes, spice and cocoa powder. On the finish, oak is reflected through flavors of vanilla and mocha. Drink from 2014–2022.",Don Maximiano Founder's Reserva,90,91,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2010 Don Maximiano Founder's Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2010-don-maximiano-founders-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Errazuriz 9,White,Germany,"Intensely aromatic with notes of orange blossom, honey and tangerines, this juicy, fruity Riesling is delicate in body with a refreshingly crisp acidity. Whiffs of lanolin and dried herbs add complexity and finesse.",Erdener Treppchen Spätlese,32,91,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2011 Erdener Treppchen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2011-erdener-treppchen-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. Loosen 14.5,Red,Spain,"By and large, this is a good Priorat to drink or hold, because it should still improve. Both the bouquet and palate are oaky and fiery, with cherry, raspberry and vanilla flavors. On the finish, things turn buttery before settling on rooty and staunch. The more air this gets, the more it comes around. Drink now through 2018.",Clos Galena,55,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Domini de la Cartoixa 2007 Clos Galena Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-cartoixa-2007-clos-galena-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2007,Domini de la Cartoixa 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a great achievement for lovers of Montepulciano d'Abruzzo. Dark and thickly extracted, this hearty expression opens with an inky dark appearance and lush aromas of black fruit, plum, spice and chocolate fudge. There's balance and intensity here with enough power and personality to recall the rustic and mountainous region of Abruzzo in Central Italy. Hold five more years.",Donna Ernestina 48,53,91,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Ciavolich Giuseppe 2006 Donna Ernestina 48 (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciavolich-giuseppe-2006-donna-ernestina-48-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2006,Ciavolich Giuseppe 14.9,Red,US,"This is a Bordeaux-style blend based on Cabernet Franc and Merlot, marked by luscious softness and ripe, forward fruit. The flavors of cherries, red currants, anise and sandalwood are delicious and savory. It's perfect for drinking now with a great steak.",Reserve Seventeen Forty,56,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Daou 2010 Reserve Seventeen Forty Cabernet Franc-Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daou-2010-reserve-seventeen-forty-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-franc-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Franc-Merlot,2010,Daou 14,Red,Italy,"Call it a “superMarche” wine. The blend is 50% Cabernet Sauvignon with 40% Montepulciano and 10% Merlot. It offers deep intensity with floral, almost potpourri-like tones of dried rose backed by cherry, spice and touches of chocolate fudge. It's plush and velvety with medium intensity on the mid-palate.",Pelago,65,91,Central Italy,Marche,,Umani Ronchi 2009 Pelago Red (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umani-ronchi-2009-pelago-red-marche/,Red Blend,2009,Umani Ronchi 13.3,White,US,"Sadly, this is the last vintage for this Klipsun vineyard-sourced Sauvignon Blanc. It's a fine send-off, a buttery, caramel-soaked take on the grape, with rich fruit flavors of Meyer lemon and light tropical. A deep and damaging freeze cut the crop by more than 80%, and the vines have been pulled.",AFinalThought,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2011 AFinalThought Sauvignon Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2011-afinalthought-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Stevens 13,White,Germany,"There's a voluptuous weightiness to this textured, floral Riesling. The palate is laden with ripe stonefruits accented with hints of white pepper and lime zest. Finishes long with a shower of lemon-lime acidity and an intensely mineral, lanolin slick.",Erbach Schlossberg Monopole Erstes Gewächs,35,91,Rheingau,,,Schloss Reinhartshausen 2009 Erbach Schlossberg Monopole Erstes Gewächs Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-reinhartshausen-2009-erbach-schlossberg-monopole-erstes-gewachs-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Schloss Reinhartshausen 14.5,Red,US,"Cyclops is 80% Red Mountain Syrah, with Grenache, Mourvèdre and some Roussanne filling out the rest. It might have been forged in steel, as it captures the core of metal and mineral, the stiff tannins, and the compact, dense red and black fruits of the AVA. Bright, tart berry fruit is underscored with light suggestions of clean earth.",Cyclops,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Kiona 2008 Cyclops Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-2008-cyclops-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Kiona ,Red,Chile,"This is dark and pointed on the nose, with graphite, mint, peppercorn and creamy oak aromas supporting herbal berry fruit scents. The palate feels lush and almost airy, with soft tannins and baked black-fruit flavors accented by chocolate and coffee. An earthy finish with licorice and mild tannins says drink this Carmenère now through 2015.",Reserva de Familia,20,91,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2010 Reserva de Familia Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2010-reserva-de-familia-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Santa Carolina 14.3,Red,US,"Spicy and still showing some youthful sharpness, this pure Merlot is loaded with penetrating raspberry fruit, juicy and tart. The mouth-cleaning acidity both sharpens the palate and intensifies the flavors, and leads into a finish dotted with super dark chocolate.",,39,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 2009 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-2009-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2009,Reininger 13.2,White,US,"An interesting wine that's far more subtle than the price suggests. Blended from Roussanne and Grenache Blanc, it displays a complex balance of fresh fruits, herbs, cashews, smoked meats and vanilla, while remaining lively in acidity and fundamentally dry. Easily the best white wine yet from Minassian-Young.",White,16,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Minassian-Young 2011 White Roussanne-Grenache Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/minassian-young-2011-white-rhone-style-white-blend-roussanne-grenache-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Roussanne-Grenache Blanc,2011,Minassian-Young 14,Red,Chile,"Given that 2009 was a hot vintage in Chile, it's not shocking that this old vine Cabernet is rich, ripe and syrupy. The nose is attractive and offers aromas of blackberry, tree bark, herbs and minerality. The palate deals gritty tannins and rich, raisiny flavors of cassis, blackberry, coffee and toast. This finishes a touch choppy and rough, with weight and power. Drink through 2016.",Manso de Velasco Viñas Viejas,65,91,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2009 Manso de Velasco Viñas Viejas Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2009-manso-velasco-vinas-viejas-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Miguel Torres 14.8,Red,US,"This is an elegant Syrah, blended with 18% Mourvèdre and topped with a splash of Grenache. Good phenolic ripeness along with substantial sugars lead into flavors that have melded nicely. Berry, truffle, chocolate, leather, pepper and coffee are all in the mix, and the mid-palate is delicious. Only a fairly quick fade keeps the score from climbing even higher.",Amerique,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea Cellars 2008 Amerique Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-cellars-2008-amerique-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,McCrea Cellars 13,White,US,"Longoria brings a deft touch to this Pinot Grigio. The grapes were briefly fermented in tank, then bottled when the wine was only about four months old. The result is exceptionally fresh and lively, with tangy acidity brightening citrus, lemongrass, vanilla and white pepper flavors.",,19,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Longoria 2012 Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Longoria 14,Red,Chile,"This weighty, structured, dark-colored blend of Syrah, Carignan, Carmenère and Petit Verdot pours on the berry, vanilla and baking spice aromas. The mouthfeel is full, with a lot to savor, especially toasty, typically Chilean flavors of olive, herbs and berry fruits. A spicy, dry, harmonious finish closes the show. Drink now through 2015.",The Lost Barrel,27,91,Maule Valley,,,Oveja Negra 2009 The Lost Barrel Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oveja-negra-2009-lost-barrel-red-maule-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Oveja Negra 14,White,Italy,"Pinot Grigio doesn't get better than this. Fresh and fragrant, this lovely wine offers beautiful intensity and a soft, smooth consistency. Peach nectar, tangerine, lemon curd and white almond all appear in perfect doses.",Unterebner,33,91,,Alto Adige,,Tramin 2011 Unterebner Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tramin-2011-unterebner-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Tramin 14.5,Red,US,"All six Bordeaux grapes make an appearance in this well-oaked spicebox of a red. It's just plain delicious, from the first sniff on through. The firm mid-palate shows pretty blue, purple and black fruits, a touch of black olive, black tea, and those oh-so-tasty baking spices.",Private Blend,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Nodland 2008 Private Blend Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nodland-2008-private-blend-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Nodland 13.5,Red,Austria,"The Edelgrund vineyard, along the northern slopes of Lake Neusiedl gives a powerful, structured wine. It layers dark tannins, an initially stern mineral character that needs time to soften. At the same time, the juicy black fruits and tight acidity offer a more fruity aspect. Keep for 4–5 years. Screwcap.",Edelgrund,17,91,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 2011 Edelgrund Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-hans-und-christine-2011-edelgrund-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2011,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 13,White,Austria,"Heavily perfumed Traminer that comes with the faintest pink tinge. The wine has a rich, fragrant character that is shot through with fresher acidity. Try this wine with spicy foods or as a vivid aperitif.",Steintal,,91,Südoststeiermark,,,Neumeister 2011 Steintal Roter Traminer (Südoststeiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neumeister-2011-steintal-other-white-roter-traminer-sudoststeiermark/,Roter Traminer,2011,Neumeister 13,Rose,France,"Celebrating 200 years under the same ownership, this ripe, full and fruity wine is all that a Provence rosé should be. It's dry, rounded yet with a great line of red berry acidity. There is just a touch of spice to give a final lift.",,,91,Provence,Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire,,Mas de Cadenet 2012 Rosé (Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-cadenet-2012-rose-cotes-sainte-victoire/,Rosé,2012,Mas de Cadenet 14.5,Red,France,"Big, bold, tannic wine, very spicy and leathery in character. Dark plums and a solid, chunky character are given a further boost by the dense and concentrated texture, and spice and acidity. The wine needs aging for 5–6 years more.",Cuvée G,,91,Provence,Bandol,,Les Vignobles Gueissard 2010 Cuvée G Mourvèdre (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-gueissard-2010-cuvee-g-mourvedre-bandol/,Mourvèdre,2010,Les Vignobles Gueissard 13,Red,US,"This well-loved vineyard brings old vine complexity into play. The brambly berry fruit is enhanced with lighter notes of earth and compost, cola and a dash of brown sugar. The acids are bright and citrusy, with a pineapple tang.",Abbey Ridge Vineyard,50,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,J. Christopher 2010 Abbey Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-christopher-2010-abbey-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,J. Christopher 14.5,Red,US,"With 20% Petite Sirah blended in, Andis's Barbera is juicy, balanced and perfumey. It's a beautiful wine with cranberry, vanilla and cherry aromas and flavors. Pair with your favorite pasta, pizza or grilled meats.",Cooper Ranch,28,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Andis 2011 Cooper Ranch Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andis-2011-cooper-ranch-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,2011,Andis 14.8,Red,US,"Produced by Three Rivers for celebrity winemaker Geoff Tate, this new Insania is a full-on Bordeaux blend, with all five red grapes in the mix. It's a powerful wine, with heavy metal flavors of deep black fruits and thick tannins. Pair it with a juicy steak or Kobe beef burger and rock on.",Insania Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot-Malbec-Cabernet Franc,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Geoff Tate 2010 Insania Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot-Malbec-Cabernet Franc Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geoff-tate-2010-insania-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-petit-verdot-malbec-cabernet-franc-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Geoff Tate 13,Rose,France,"The fuller rosé of the two made at Les Valentines, this is rich, balanced and dense in character. That makes it a serious wine, its acidity finely integrated into the red plum and orange zest flavors. It's a perfect food rosé.",,25,91,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château les Valentines 2012 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valentines-2012-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château les Valentines 14.5,Red,US,"The high toned, aromatic reticence of the 2008 vintage is on full display in this unusual blend 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Syrah, 12% Mourvedre, 6% Petit Verdot, 6% Cabernet Franc, and 6% Sangiovese. The brooding notes of bittersweet chocolate, medicine cabinet, and cherry cola are concentrated however with structured, slightly dry tannins in a wine that calls out for steak if ever there were one.",Marie's View Wallula Vineyards,80,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Den Hoed 2008 Marie's View Wallula Vineyards Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/den-hoed-2008-maries-view-wallula-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2008,Den Hoed 14.9,Red,US,"Juicy and dark with layers of boysenberry and blackberry fruit, with high tones of tar and brick, Cedarville's estate-grown Zin comes to life in decomposed granite soils, giving the wine a satisfying and sultry profile. Enjoy this Zin in good time (3–5 years) and pair with dark, smoky meats.",Estate,22,91,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Cedarville 2010 Estate Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedarville-vineyard-2010-estate-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2010,Cedarville 13.9,White,US,"Shows the usual Williams Selyem Chardonnay profile of huge fruit and flashy oak. This opulent wine would be over-the-top except that it's balanced by crisp, lemony acidity, and somehow retains a tight core with a gravitational tug that keeps the richness focused. Impressive now for sheer power, and should hold well for another 5–6 years.",Heintz Vineyard,55,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2011 Heintz Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2011-heintz-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Williams Selyem 13,White,US,"Unique in style and sourced—these are the oldest Pinot Gris vines in the country—this young, yeasty, textural wine will surely continue to improve in the bottle. Give it a lot of breathing time, and complex layers of rock and fruit unfold. Jicama, cucumber, daikon radish...You get the idea. It tastes as clean and fresh as a mountain spring.",Original Vines,22,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,The Eyrie Vineyards 2011 Original Vines Pinot Gris (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eyrie-2011-original-vines-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Gris,2011,The Eyrie Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"Though it's not mentioned on the label, the Malbec is sourced from the Pepper Bridge vineyard, and compares favorably with high end Argentine versions. Yummy and deep, its sweet berry flavors are matched to firm, polished tannins, and finished with a touch of pretty toast.",,53,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 2009 Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-2009-malbec-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Malbec,2009,Reininger 13.5,White,Germany,"Everything about this dry, voluptuous Riesling is intense and penetrating. The palate is concentrated with stonefruit and yellow flower notes, and bristling with lemon-lime acidity. Rich layers of crushed stone and mineral oil linger deliciously on the finish.",Wallhausen Johannisberg GG Trocken,,92,Nahe,,,Prinz Salm 2010 Wallhausen Johannisberg GG Trocken Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-salm-2010-wallhausen-johannisberg-gg-trocken-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2010,Prinz Salm 14.5,White,US,"Everything about this Chardonnay speaks of class. It's dry and superbly structured in acids and tannins, and shows a chalky minerality that lends substance to the tropical fruit and honeysuckle flavors. Two Sisters is assembling a great track record with this bottling.",Courtney's Vineyard,55,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Two Sisters 2010 Courtney's Vineyard Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-sisters-2010-courtneys-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2010,Two Sisters 13.9,Red,US,"The alcohol on this bottling is lower than most Fe Ciegas have been in the past, reflecting the cool vintage. The wine seems more austere than in the past, withholding a bit of the early appeal it used to show. Nonetheless, it's wonderfully structured in acids and tannins and very dry, with a judicious application of oak, and there are intricate flavors of cherries, red currants and herbs. Seems like it could shine with age, so give it six years in the cellar.",Fe Ciega Vineyard,48,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2010 Fe Ciega Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2010-fe-ciega-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Longoria 14.5,White,US,"The blend of these four Rhône white grapes—47% Grenache Blanc, 32% Marsanne, 16% Roussanne, 5% Picpoul—outshines their individual bottlings. Some sort of magic accrues. The Sirocco is supple, creamy and packed with aromas and flavors of citrus blossom, flesh and rind. It's got a peaches-and-cream mouthfeel, and a lick of butterscotch in the lush finish.",Boushey Vineyard Sirocco Blanc,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea Cellars 2010 Boushey Vineyard Sirocco Blanc White (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-cellars-2010-boushey-vineyard-sirocco-blanc-white-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,McCrea Cellars 15,Red,Spain,"This is a ripe, dark but balanced Toro with pastry, prune, blackberry and vanilla aromas. The palate is fiercely tannic on the surface but not overly hard at the foundation. Flavors of burnt toast, blackberry, spice, licorice and chocolate finish warm, toasty and dark, with echoes of ripeness and hard tannins. Drink now through 2018.",Termes,28,92,Northern Spain,Toro,,Numanthia 2010 Termes (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/numanthia-termes-sl-2010-termes-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2010,Numanthia 13.3,Rose,US,"California rosé is awfully hard to get right. It's usually too sweet, too heavy or both. With this Grenache-Cinsault blend, Minassian-Young knocks it out of the park. The wine is dry, delicate, modest in alcohol, and complex, with subtle peach, rosehip tea, orange zest, watermelon and spice flavors. A great bargain, but only 64 cases were produced.",Grenache-Cinsault,16,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Minassian-Young 2011 Grenache-Cinsault Rosé (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/minassian-young-2011-grenache-cinsault-rose-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rosé,2011,Minassian-Young 14.3,Red,US,"This 100% Zin erupts in briary, peppery wild raspberry, blueberry and cherry flavors. The tannins are firm, and the acids crisp and savory. What a lovely Zinfandel, made in the soft, velvety style of Merlot, but with Bradford Mountain power.",Bradford Mountain Vineyard,45,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gary Farrell 2010 Bradford Mountain Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2010-bradford-mountain-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Gary Farrell 14.5,White,Austria,"Big, rich wine, packed with spice, ripe peach and mango flavors. Designated a Library Wine by Knoll, it is complex, ageworthy, with a weight of both fruit and pepper to it. Keep this powerful wine for at least another 2–3 years.",Loibner Smaragd Vinothekfüllung,79,92,Wachau,,,Emmerich Knoll 2011 Loibner Smaragd Vinothekfüllung Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmerich-knoll-2011-loibner-smaragd-vinothekfullung-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Emmerich Knoll 15,White,US,"This is an elaborate wine that's dense, complex and immensely enjoyable. It has a fleshy, meaty quality, like a buttery veal piccata, alongside ripe white and yellow fruits. There's a firm, minerally quality, highlighted by crisp acidity, and the finish is bone dry. Gets more interesting as it warms up in the glass. One of the best examples of Roussanne out there.",Essence de Roussanne,65,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clos Solène 2011 Essence de Roussanne Roussanne (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-solene-2011-essence-roussanne-central-coast-paso-robles/,Roussanne,2011,Clos Solène 14.9,White,US,"Josh Jensen brings his restrained hand to this very fine Chardonnay. It's notable for the excellence of all its parts, and the balanced way they co-exist. You'll find tantalizingly rich tropical fruit and peach flavors, with nuances of oak, as well as the minerality that the estate vineyard brings to all its wines, white and red.",,30,92,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2011 Chardonnay (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Chardonnay,2011,Calera 13,Red,US,Lovely aromatics introduce this subtly powerful Pinot Noir. Floral highlights lead into tart cherry fruit that seems to gather strength as it flows across the palate. There are hints of mineral and a splash of coffee in the lingering finish.,Hyland Vineyard,55,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,King Estate 2010 Hyland Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2010-hyland-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,King Estate 15.2,Red,US,"This is a huge wine, that's insanely rich and concentrated. It tastes like the ripest summer blackberries, still warm from the sun, mashed and drizzed with crème de cassis and chocolate syrup. The estate vineyard is on Paso Robles' west side, and quite high in elevation in the southern spur of the Santa Lucia Mountains. The wine is ungainly now, and needs time to develop. Better after 2017.",Jack of Hearts Petit Verdot,50,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Jada Vineyard & Winery 2010 Jack of Hearts Petit Verdot Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jada-vineyard-winery-2010-jack-hearts-petit-verdot-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Jada Vineyard & Winery 13.7,Red,US,"This is a pretty Pinot that's light and silky on the palate, and comforting in its moderate alcohol and spicy, exotic flavors. It offers waves of wild forest berry pie, baking spice, sweet-and-sour persimmon and sandalwood flavors that are intriguingly complex. Absolutely delightful now.",,49,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Williams Selyem 14.2,Red,US,"This fresh, softly mellow and creamy wine is utterly captivating with bright summer red-berry and tree-fruit, vanilla, cherry liqueur, brown sugar and toast flavors. Absolutely delicious now, it is a silky feast for the senses and should easily negotiate the next 8–10 years.",Olivet Lane Vineyard,75,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2011 Olivet Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2011-olivet-lane-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Williams Selyem 9.5,White,Germany,"Spice and lanolin notes are curious and enticing on the nose and palate of this sunny and sweet, but impeccably balanced Riesling. Juicy, supple, apple jelly and quince flavors are offset by striking acidity and steely minerality that reverberate on the finish.",Erbacher Michelmark Auslese,126,92,Rheingau,,,Baron Knyphausen 2010 Erbacher Michelmark Auslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-knyphausen-2010-erbacher-michelmark-auslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Baron Knyphausen 13.5,Red,France,"A rich, velvet textured wine, full of dense, dusty tannins and sweet black Merlot fruits. The wine is concentrated, ripe and powerful, with a dark texture that is both impressive and ageworthy. Give this wine at least 5–6 years.",Caractère,23,92,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château de la Grave 2010 Caractère (Côtes de Bourg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-grave-2010-caractere-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de la Grave 13.9,Red,US,"You can almost read through the translucent ruby color of this wine, but there's nothing light about it. Rich with cherries, it offers lots of pleasure now, but with moderate alcohol, fine acidity, and minerality that gives the wine a foundation, it should hold in the cellar until 2018, at least.",Ryan Vineyard,42,92,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2010 Ryan Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2010-ryan-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2010,Calera 13.6,Red,US,"As usual, this is one of Calera's lightest bottlings, in both color and texture. It's deceptively simple, showing softened cola and raspberry jam flavors that finish impressively long and spicy. It would be a mistake to dismiss it for early drinking. Give it a good six years in the cellar, and it could be stunning in 2020.",Reed,55,92,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2010 Reed Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2010-reed-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2010,Calera 13.8,Red,US,"This is delicious now for its raspberry and cherry sweetness, accented with smoky oak and brightened by crisp acidity. It shows the elegance that Calera Pinots are known for. It's complex enough to offer lots of pleasure, but you may want to age it for 6–8 years to let it mellow.",Mills Vineyard,48,92,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2010 Mills Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2010-mills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2010,Calera 14.2,Red,US,"Quite a good Cabernet, pure and intense in varietal characteristics of black currants, but balanced and elegant. The tannins are smooth, the finish complex and long in spices. Delicious as it is now, your best bet is to cellar this Cab for 6–8 years, and possibly longer.",,52,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Peters Family 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peters-family-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Peters Family 14.1,Red,US,"One of the best Russian River Pinots you can buy at this price. Shows classically rich pomegranate, persimmon and cherry fruit, enhanced with sweet oak, with a silky texture and a long, spicy finish. Kudos to winemaker Ed Kurtzman for bringing it all together.",,32,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,August West 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-west-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,August West 14.3,Red,US,"A gorgeous wine that shows delicate silkiness and complexity, with a light, airy mouthfeel. Yet it's enormously rich and concentrated in raspberries and cherries. Crisp acidity makes for a clean finish, making this Pinot worth repeated sipping.",Graham Family Vineyard,45,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,August West 2011 Graham Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-west-2011-graham-family-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,August West 14.3,White,US,"A very nice interpretation of coastal Chardonnnay, from this increasingly well-regarded vineyard. It's rich in notes of peach smoothie, pineapple tart, buttered toast, vanilla, honey and creamy lees, yet manages to finish dry. Brightened by crisp acidity, it never loses a sense of pin-pointed focus. Drink now.",Soberanes Vineyard,50,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Lucia 2011 Soberanes Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucia-2011-soberanes-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Lucia 12.5,White,Germany,"This is an intensely minerally, dry Riesling that showcases an array of crushed stone and earth elements against a backdrop of heather floral and yellow stonefruit flavors. It's richly textured and finishes long with a feathery touch on the palate.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr GG Old Vines Dry,47,92,Mosel,,,S.A. Prüm 2010 Wehlener Sonnenuhr GG Old Vines Dry Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2010-wehlener-sonnenuhr-gg-old-vines-dry-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,S.A. Prüm 14.5,Red,US,"A big, rich, vital Cabernet with immediate attraction that is deceptive. Sure, you can enjoy it now, while it's brimming in cherry jam and red and black currants with a finish of rich, caramelized oak. But it will soften and mellow over the next eight years, and maybe even longer. This is Round Pond's best estate Cabernet in years.",Estate,50,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Round Pond 2010 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/round-pond-2010-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Round Pond 15,Red,US,"Petit Verdot is normally a blending grape, but with this bottling, Stryker has produced a very interesting and very good wine. Like a fine Cabernet Sauvignon, it's dark, full bodied and tannic, filled with blackberry purée, dark chocolate and toast flavors. Delicious now, and should age well for many years.",Estate,45,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stryker Sonoma 2010 Estate Petit Verdot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stryker-sonoma-2010-estate-petit-verdot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Petit Verdot,2010,Stryker Sonoma 14.7,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-style blend is 43% Cab Franc, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot and 5% Malbec, with no Petit Verdot in 2009. Young and muscular, it's built upon a base of firm black fruits, with plenty of cassis. The wine spent 20 months in 60% new French oak, and brings plenty of roasted coffee bean and dark cacao goodness to the finishing tannins.",424,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2009 424 Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2009-424-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Stevens 14.8,Red,US,"Based on Cabernet Sauvignon, this Bordeaux-style blend is very rich in chocolate, blackberry and cherry fruit. New French oak adds notes of sweet toast and vanilla. That famous Napa structure of tannins and acids lends elegance to the ripeness. Drink now–2017.",Élu Estate Bottled Red Wine,65,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2009 Élu Estate Bottled Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2009-elu-estate-bottled-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,St. Supéry 14.5,Red,Chile,"Among New World Syrahs, this is an exciting, full-force wine with potent black-fruit aromas mixed with fine wood scents and tobacco. The palate is big but deft, with freshness along with natural power. Flavors of earthy, roasted berry and cassis end in a mellow, toasty, chocolaty finish. This is Apalta Syrah at its best. Drink now–2018.",Pangea Apalta Vineyard,60,92,Colchagua Valley,,,Ventisquero 2008 Pangea Apalta Vineyard Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2008-pangea-apalta-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2008,Ventisquero 13.5,Rose,France,"A complex, rich and ripe wine. It shows both a tannic edge and full red fruit flavors. With acidity cutting through, this is finely balanced, a delicious and serious wine that would benefit from a few more months in bottle.",,22,92,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Château Vignelaure 2012 Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vignelaure-2012-rose-coteaux-daix-en/,Rosé,2012,Château Vignelaure 14.7,Red,US,"Based on Cabernet Sauvignon, this Bordeaux-style blend will make you take a second look at Paso Robles. It's softly tannic and enormously complex, offering waves of black cherries, currants, licorice, mocha and sweet oak. Really beautiful to drink now, and should develop bottle complexities over the next six years.",Soul of a Lion,100,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Daou 2010 Soul of a Lion Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daou-2010-soul-a-lion-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Daou 13.7,Red,US,"This wine is silky and well-balanced in acids and tannins, with judicious oak influences framing complex cherry, red currant and spice flavors. Feels very rich, yet the alcohol is a modest 13.7% by volume. Coming after the high-scoring 2010 vintage, Dolina's 2011 is fine to drink now, and should develop bottle notes over the next six years or so.",Rio Vista Vineyard,30,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Dolina 2011 Rio Vista Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dolina-2011-rio-vista-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Dolina 14.5,Red,US,"100% Cabernet Sauvignon from Wallula Vineyard, this brooding wine screams of the Horse Heaven Hills with notes of dusty earth, black currant, and bittersweet chocolate. It's tightly coiled and largely about structure with its firm tannins supporting concentrated cherry flavors. Needs time to come into its own but has the stuffing to lay down for a decade or more.",Andreas Cabernet Sauvignon Wallula Vineyard,80,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Den Hoed 2009 Andreas Cabernet Sauvignon Wallula Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/den-hoed-2009-andreas-cabernet-sauvignon-wallula-vineyard-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Den Hoed 14.2,Red,US,"Scratch is a very promising inaugural Pinot Noir from Sabrine Rodems, who's also the winemaker for Wrath and Kori. It shows the vibrant fruit of the Highlands, with potent raspberry, cherry and persimmon flavors, yet is dry and balanced in acids and tannins, with a super-long finish. Possesses that hard-to-define characteristic of class. Great now, and you can hold it several years.",,45,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Scratch 2011 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scratch-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Scratch 14.1,Red,US,"The vineyard is near Sebastopol and the Green Valley, and the wine shows its cool-climate origins in the brisk terroir that gives the raspberry, sweet red cherry and persimmon fruit such bite. It's enormously attractive to drink now for sheer lusciousness, but has the integrity to age for 10–15 years, perhaps longer, depending on your taste for older Pinot.",Hallberg Vineyard,55,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2010 Hallberg Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2010-hallberg-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Gary Farrell 14,Red,Chile,"This starts out appealing. Licorice, spice, coconut and vanilla aromas are entirely inviting. On the palate it delivers a tight deck of lemony oak, raspberry fruit, spice and vanilla. This finishes fiery and with a sinewy structure. Drink this Cabernet-led, five-grape blend through 2019; 500 cases made.",Axel Primero,30,92,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2009 Axel Primero Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2009-axel-primero-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2009,La Playa 14.9,Red,US,"This new vintage is sourced from a single block from the Dineen vineyard, and aged in 50% new French oak—the most ever. Black fruits abound, along with licorice, tar and a whiff of iodine. It's a tightly wound Syrah, with the stuffing and style to age for a decade or longer.",BlackTongue,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2010 BlackTongue Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2010-blacktongue-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2010,Stevens 13,White,US,"Sourced from the oldest vines in the Willamette Valley, just two barrels were made of this wine. It's smooth, rich and elegant—a mix of pineapple and citrus—with light hints of coconut and toast. There's good concentration in the finish, heightened with citrus rind phenolics.",,60,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,BlackCap 2010 Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackcap-2010-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2010,BlackCap 14,White,Austria,"Give Grüner the chance to become really ripe and you end up with luscious, rich wines like this. It may be dry, but its texture is so unctuous and soft. Its peach, lychee and kiwi fruit acidity offer the chance for drinking soon, but also promise good aging over the next 2–3 years.",Ried Schütt Smaragd,56,92,Wachau,,,Emmerich Knoll 2011 Ried Schütt Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmerich-knoll-2011-ried-schutt-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Emmerich Knoll 14.5,Red,Spain,"This is a ripe, rich blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Syrah that opens with blackberry, blueberry and earthy leather aromas. It's full bodied, lifted by nice acids and layered, with toast, meaty blackberry, licorice and roasted flavors. A chewy, smooth, deep finish functions as the final chapter. Drink through 2018.",Emeritus,100,92,Central Spain,Dominio de Valdepusa,,Marques de Griñon 2007 Emeritus Red (Dominio de Valdepusa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-2007-emeritus-red-dominio-valdepusa/,Red Blend,2007,Marques de Griñon 7.5,White,Germany,"This intensely fruity, delicately structured Riesling showcases layers and layers of sweet stonefruit and qince jelly flavors. The attack is honeyed and rich, but balanced with a shower of citrus acidity and a steely minerality that lingers long on the finish.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese,54,92,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2010 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2010-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Markus Molitor 14.5,White,US,"This white blend is two thirds Sémillon, one third Sauvignon Blanc. It has continued to improve from vintage to vintage, and this is the best yet. A Washington take on Bordeaux blanc, it's dry and fresh, with golden apple and sweet grain extending across the palate and on through a lingering, lightly peachy finish.",Estate Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard,20,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2011 Estate Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard White (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2011-estate-luminesce-seven-hills-vineyard-white-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,L'Ecole No. 41 13,Red,US,"A mix of rose petals and cherry blossoms wafts up from the glass, introducing a delightfully silky Pinot Noir that adds layer upon layer of interest as it runs across the tongue. Polished, slightly dusty, with pretty cherry fruit at the core, this adds highlights of cinnamon and cocoa powder through a long, smooth, elegant finish.",Durant Vineyard,42,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Owen Roe 2010 Durant Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owen-roe-2010-durant-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Owen Roe 12,White,US,"Sold through the wine club. Excellent concentration in this ripe, full-bodied Riesling. It delivers a boat-load of fruit flavors, explosive aromatics and marvelous length. Citrus, peach and pear fruit is underscored with delicate minerality. Juicy, sappy and long.",Estate,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Figgins 2012 Estate Riesling (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/figgins-2012-estate-riesling-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Riesling,2012,Figgins 14.1,White,US,"Shows the estate vineyard's signature in the moderate alcohol, sleek, streamlined mouthfeel, bright acidity and intensity of flavor. It's laser-like in lime, mango, honey and vanilla, with minerally overtones that taste of the earth. Drink now, as it is very fine and delicious.",Estate Vineyard,44,92,California,Sonoma,Fort Ross-Seaview,Failla 2011 Estate Vineyard Chardonnay (Fort Ross-Seaview),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2011-estate-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-fort-ross-seaview/,Chardonnay,2011,Failla 7.5,White,Germany,"Dark, smoky earth notes and savory dried herbs add fascinating complexity to intensely floral, sweet stonefruit and citrus flavors on this flavorful, yet delicately structured Riesling. Lime and tangerine acidity reverberate on the palate, leading a long, minerally finish.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese,64,92,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2010 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2010-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Loosen 14,Red,Spain,"This is one dark, intense Ribera del Duero with loads of lush black-fruit aromas matched against minerality and fine French-oak scents. It is tight as a drum on the palate, with wiry acidity and rocky tannins. Flavors of oak-driven coconut and cream sit on top of blackberry and cola, while the finish ends abruptly, with hardness. Drink through 2024; 150 cases made.",Clave de Tábula,120,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas y Viñedos Tábula 2009 Clave de Tábula (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-vinedos-tabula-2009-clave-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas y Viñedos Tábula 13.3,Red,US,"With an alcohol reading of only 13.3%, this Pinot offers a refreshingly light alternative to darker, heavier bottlings in California. It's silky in the mouth, despite some firm tannins, with subtle, complex raspberry, red currant, tobacco, mushroom, balsam and spice flavors. Lovely now, and should have no trouble developing in the bottle over the next eight years.",Burnside Road Vineyard Estate,42,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Balletto 2011 Burnside Road Vineyard Estate Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balletto-2011-burnside-road-vineyard-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Balletto 14.5,Red,Chile,"Cenit is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Malbec and Petit Verdot. The bouquet is meaty and dense, with deep black-fruit aromas along with herb and olive notes. The palate is loud and bangs around, then you get a lot of coconut, vanilla and ripe blackberry flavors. From a warm year, this is superripe and dark, with plenty of wood but also a lot of quality. Drink through 2017.",Cenit,70,92,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2009 Cenit Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2009-cenit-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Caliterra 13.5,White,Austria,"Tight, bright acidity leads off this elegant, perfumed wine. With its white fruit and citrus flavors it is both rich and refreshing. A fine mineral streak runs right through this complex, certainly ageworthy wine.",Ried Loibenberg Smaragd,61,92,Wachau,,,Emmerich Knoll 2011 Ried Loibenberg Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmerich-knoll-2011-ried-loibenberg-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2011,Emmerich Knoll 13.5,Red,US,"A fine vintage of Bill Easton's Cabernet Franc, from the Monarch Mine Vineyard, where he typically sources tremendous Syrah and Barbera, this wine is still developing and will do nicely with time. For now it shows perfumed herbal restraint, subtle spice and a twist of oaky coffee on the finish. A savory wine that would pair well with filet mignon à point.",Monarch Mine Vineyard,20,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Easton 2010 Monarch Mine Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2010-monarch-mine-vineyard-cabernet-franc-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Easton 14.5,Red,US,"Spicy, with a big red-fruit expression, this is a yummy Barbera that's full of bright cherry juice. It's textured, layered and complex with a leathery finish. This wine is one to store for future enjoyment or to break open now with pasta now.",Cooper Ranch,25,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Easton 2010 Cooper Ranch Barbera (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2010-cooper-ranch-barbera-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Barbera,2010,Easton 13,White,Austria,"A rounded style of Sauvignon Blanc that has a full feeling to it. Yes, there is plenty of herbaceous and citrus character but this is just a part of a rich medley of riper fruits all in a steely texture. Worth aging for 2–3 years.",Klausen,,92,Südoststeiermark,,,Neumeister 2011 Klausen Sauvignon Blanc (Südoststeiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neumeister-2011-klausen-sauvignon-blanc-sudoststeiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Neumeister 12,White,Germany,"Lemon rind and fresh, green herbs add a flash of elegance to this dry, intensely textural Riesling. It's lush and rich with stonefruit flavor, but bristles on the palate with lime pith and jasmine tea astringency. Sunny and bright, but brisk with acidity.",Piesporter Goldtröpfchen GG Trocken,64,92,Mosel,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2010 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen GG Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2010-piesporter-goldtropfchen-gg-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 14.7,Red,US,"Dusted Valley is really rockin' it in 2010, with outstanding varietal releases of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and this yummy Malbec. A big entry brings blackberry and cassis into the palate, with peppery highlights. Nice details of herb and tobacco are found, as the wine seems to get more powerful the longer it lingers in the mouth.",,42,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2010 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2010-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2010,Dusted Valley 14.7,Red,US,"This is a lovely Cabernet Franc, polished and clean. It's wound tight, with black fruits and firm, pencil lead tannins. There's a dash of clean earth, good length, and some softening of the mid-palate from the addition of 18% Merlot.",,42,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2010 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2010-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Dusted Valley 7.5,White,Germany,"Lemon cream, spice and lanolin notes add a mysterious veil to this delicate yet intensely concentrated Riesling. It's sweet on the palate with ripe, honeyed citrus, and a delicious mineral oil sheen that lengthens the palate.",Erdener Treppchen Auslese,64,92,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2010 Erdener Treppchen Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2010-erdener-treppchen-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Loosen 15,White,US,"This is a gorgeous wine that's fat and smooth in nectarines, tangerine, custard and tropical fruits, with a kiss of sweet, smoky oak. The two varieties were co-fermented in this very happy marriage of a wine.",L'Or Blanc,65,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clos Solène 2011 L'Or Blanc Viognier-Roussanne (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-solene-2011-lor-blanc-rhone-style-white-blend-viognier-roussanne-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier-Roussanne,2011,Clos Solène 14.5,Red,US,"A unique blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, and Sangiovese with notes of sassafras, cocoa, and dried herbs. It's focused and concentrated with structured, firm tannins crafted to go the distance. Give it some time in the cellar or a long drawn out meal to see it at its best.",Marie's View Wallula Vineyard,80,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Den Hoed 2009 Marie's View Wallula Vineyard Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/den-hoed-2009-maries-view-wallula-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2009,Den Hoed 14.6,Red,US,"Made in a fine, accessible style, this 100% Cab is delicious now with blackberry jam, chocolate and cassis flavors. It has classic Napa Valley tannins that are rich and ripe. This is a fancy wine, that's soft yet complex, and at this price, a good investment.",Elodian,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tom Eddy 2009 Elodian Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tom-eddy-2009-elodian-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Tom Eddy 15,Red,US,"As delicious and succulent as anything out there, with black currant, blueberry and chocolate flavors that are vastly deep and long on the finish. Fortunately, there's brisk acidity and fine tannins, and despite the luscious fruit and oak, it's dry on the finish. This blend of Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc is fully drinkable now.",The Big Game,75,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,The Farm Winery 2009 The Big Game Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farm-winery-2009-big-game-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2009,The Farm Winery 14.1,Red,US,"This is a huge, complex wine, filled with currant, cocoa and dried herb flavors wrapped into dusty tannins. It's dry, elegant and even ageworthy. The richness is balanced by crisp acidity, like a squirt of lime juice that makes the dark fruit dance. Drink now–2017.",LPF,60,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,The Farm Winery 2009 LPF Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farm-winery-2009-lpf-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc,2009,The Farm Winery 14.5,Red,US,"Concentrated and elusively complex in cherry, red currant and sandalwood flavors, with a hint of red tomato and bloody red meat that testifies to the cool vintage. It's a big, dense wine, but also quite tannic, and a little high in alcohol, giving it a full body. A bit ungainly now, but impressive nonetheless for sheer power. Give it six years in the cellar.",Nugent Vineyard,44,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Stemmler 2010 Nugent Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stemmler-2010-nugent-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Stemmler 14.5,Red,US,"A buzz is building around Calaveras County-based La Folia, and this lovely wine shows why. Opening with a subtle oaky aroma, it evolves to offer a lightness of color and texture, enveloped by delicious highlights of cherry and cranberry fruit. Well integrated and well structured, this Sangiovese ends with a long and satisfying finish of violet-inflected plum.",,30,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,La Folia Winery 2010 Sangiovese (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folia-winery-2010-sangiovese-sierra-foothills/,Sangiovese,2010,La Folia Winery 13.5,White,US,"With this bottling, Marimar Estate confirms itself as one of the two best, most consistent producers of Albariño in California, along with Longoria. The wine is brilliant, with brisk acidity, dryness, modest alcohol and complex flavors of citrus fruit and zest, minerals, white tobacco and ripe figs.",Don Miguel Vineyard,32,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2011 Don Miguel Vineyard Albariño (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2011-don-miguel-vineyard-albarino-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Albariño,2011,Marimar Estate 15.5,Red,US,"Though De Loach's Lake County Zinfandel—a regular in the producer's line-up of prominent wines—is a departure of form in its big-boned nature, it is entirely in keeping with its sister wines in terms of balance. Fragrant and spicy, with a depth of blackberry fruit, the finish is long and satisfying. This is a fine food-pairing wine.",Nova Vineyard,32,92,California,Lake County,Lake County,De Loach 2010 Nova Vineyard Zinfandel (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2010-nova-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Zinfandel,2010,De Loach 13.5,White,Austria,"Ripe mango, peach and pineapple all come together in this rich, opulent wine. Round yet there's a strong ginger and spice component. This is a complex wine, textured, rich and worth aging for at least another two years. Glass stopper.",Sernauberg Erste Lage,38,92,Südsteiermark,,,Sattlerhof 2011 Sernauberg Erste Lage Sauvignon Blanc (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sattlerhof-2011-sernauberg-erste-lage-sauvignon-blanc-sudsteiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Sattlerhof ,Red,US,"This is the winery's basic Cabernet, a blend of five vineyards on the mountain. It's a smooth, elegant, classic mountain Cab, that's dry and tannic, with delicious blackberry, currant and sweet-smoky oak flavors. It's right up there with Von Strasser's vineyard-designated wines that cost nearly twice as much, which makes it a great value.",,45,92,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Von Strasser 9,White,Germany,"Lanolin and waxy lemon-peel notes add an enticingly savory element to sweet, intensely concentrated citrus and honey flavors on this crisp Auslese-style Riesling. Shrieking acidity offsets all the juicy sweetness, leaving the finish remarkably dry.",Koberner Weissenberg Auslese,35,92,Mosel,,,Von Schleinitz 2009 Koberner Weissenberg Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-schleinitz-2009-koberner-weissenberg-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Von Schleinitz 9.5,Dessert,Austria,"A blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sämling, this gold straw colored wine is about freshness and acidity as much as about sweetness. That gives this ageworthy wine a great delicacy and poise, balanced and fresh, the honey botrytis texture attractively layered through this delicious wine.",Trockenbeerenauslese Essenz,35,92,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 2009 Trockenbeerenauslese Essenz White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-hans-und-christine-2009-trockenbeerenauslese-essenz-white-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian white blend,2009,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 14.5,Red,Chile,"With complex aromas of cedar, tobacco, tree bark, herbs and blackberry, this lush, tightly packed Syrah gets off to a fine start. A mouthfilling palate with baked but controlled flavors of boysenberry, leather and chocolate finishes long, minty and with classy herb flavors. For a modern, oaky Syrah, this is excellent. Drink now through 2017.",Edicion Limitada Single Vineyard,40,92,Cachapoal Valley,,,Lagar de Bezana 2010 Edicion Limitada Single Vineyard Syrah (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagar-bezana-2010-edicion-limitada-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cachapoal-valley/,Syrah,2010,Lagar de Bezana 14.2,Rose,US,"This is one of the best rosés on the market. With a pretty orange and copper color, the wine is dry, crisp and deeply flavored in fruits, yet feels delicate and subtle. The blend is Mourvèdre, Syrah and Grenache.",L'Estate,20,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,La Grande Côte 2011 L'Estate Rosé (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grande-cote-2011-lestate-rose-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rosé,2011,La Grande Côte 13.5,White,Austria,"A blend of local grapes (Zierfandler and Rotgipfler) this is impressive. Rich, perfumed, its fragrant fruits a medley of mulberry, pear and spiced apple. The acidity cuts right through, giving a wine that is both very ripe, balanced and finely textured. Screwcap.",Schell Mann in Gumpoldskirchen,24,92,Thermenregion,,,Loimer 2011 Schell Mann in Gumpoldskirchen White (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loimer-2011-schell-mann-in-gumpoldskirchen-white-blend-austrian-thermenregion/,Austrian white blend,2011,Loimer 14.8,Red,US,"A lovely wine, that's gentle, feminine and dry—just what Cabernet Franc is supposed to be. Kudos to Kenneth Volk for holding it back this long. It's still pretty tannic, but the cherry and currant flavors have a savory hint of green herbs that lend complexity and deliciousness. This may be the perfect steak wine.",,36,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Kenneth Volk 2008 Cabernet Franc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenneth-volk-2008-cabernet-franc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Kenneth Volk 13.5,Red,Austria,"Rounded, smooth, rich wine from the warm Holzspur vineyard. It has weight and structure as well, but it's the generosity of this wine that is immediately striking and attractive. It can be kept, but is ready to drink now.",Holzspur,76,92,Thermenregion,,,Johanneshof Reinisch 2009 Holzspur St. Laurent (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johanneshof-reinisch-2009-holzspur-other-white-st-laurent-thermenregion/,St. Laurent,2009,Johanneshof Reinisch 15.2,Red,US,"Lots of sweet, smoky, vanilla-accented oak in this Cab, but the blackberry and cherry fruit is enormous, easily capable of handing the wood influence. It's a flashy Cabernet, ripe and smooth and softly delicious. Seems best now and for the next few years.",WCS,75,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Jada Vineyard & Winery 2010 WCS Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jada-vineyard-winery-2010-wcs-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Jada Vineyard & Winery 14.7,Red,US,"A rare, arresting varietal bottling of Cinsault—forget for a moment that it's also vineyard designated. It boasts intoxicating notes of fresh boysenberries, cherries, herbs, and peppery spice. It's silky and fruit filled with an incredible sense of freshness and purity that is nothing short of dazzling.",Cinsaut Stone Tree Vineyard,32,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Dusted Valley 2011 Cinsaut Stone Tree Vineyard Cinsault (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2011-cinsaut-stone-tree-vineyard-other-red-cinsault-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cinsault,2011,Dusted Valley 14.5,Red,US,"While this is the most tannic of Envy's wines, it's also made in the house style of soft, fruity approachability. Forward and lush with blackberry jam, currant and spice flavors, it shows an impeccable balance. Wonderful now and over the next 3–4 years.",Estate,48,92,California,Napa,Calistoga,Envy 2010 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envy-2010-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Envy 14.5,Red,Chile,"The price on this wine is laughable, but the quality is excellent. Earthy aromas of lead pencil, baked plum, cassis and black cherry include chocolate and minerality. The palate is rich, jammy and a touch stewy, with herbal blackberry, cassis, chocoalte and coffee flavors. Even more chocolate and licorice rise up on the long finish. Put this away until 2015, then drink through 2024.",Viñedo Chadwick,400,92,Maipo Valley,,,Errazuriz 2010 Viñedo Chadwick Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2010-vinedo-chadwick-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Errazuriz 13.8,Red,US,"A strong, punchy Pinot Noir, ungainly now for its immaturity, showing tons of jammy raspberries and cherries. The acidity is tart, which is good in a wine this rich, providing balance, and there's also a scour of tannins. All indications suggest cellaring this wine for at least six years.",Stiling Vineyard,50,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2010 Stiling Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2010-stiling-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Gary Farrell 13,Rose,France,"With some extra weight, this is a solid, red currant and berry driven wine. Its fruit is right up front, backed by a mineral acidity that cuts through the richness. It's definitely a food wine, and equally an impressive wine that needs to age for up to a year.",Château Romassan,46,92,Provence,Bandol,,Domaines Ott 2012 Château Romassan Rosé (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-ott-2012-chateau-romassan-rose-bandol/,Rosé,2012,Domaines Ott 13.5,Red,France,"Originally planted by a Bordeaux grower, Vignelaure makes its top red from Cabernet Sauvignon with the addition of Grenache and Syrah. This now mature wine is a impressive, ripe and rich, with mushroom, spice and a juicy character. Drink now, or age for a few more years.",,30,92,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Château Vignelaure 2005 Red (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vignelaure-2005-red-coteaux-daix-en/,Red Blend,2005,Château Vignelaure 12.5,Rose,France,"The top cuvée from Sainte Roseline, this is a wood-aged wine. That gives a strongly spicy character on top of the sophisticated fruit. The wine is smooth and complex, with red plums and fragrant acidity going well with the elegant aftertaste.",La Chapelle de Sainte Roseline,,92,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Sainte Roseline 2012 La Chapelle de Sainte Roseline Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-roseline-2012-chapelle-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château Sainte Roseline 14.2,Red,US,"Rich, dense, soft and incredibly concentrated, this Cabernet gives wave after wave of blackberry jam, chocolate, licorice and cedar flavors. Feels elegant, complex and fine. Drink now–2016.",Reserve,56,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Daou 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daou-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Daou 14,Red,Spain,"This is every bit as good as the winery's Clave de Tábula, which costs twice as much. An aromatic opening of fig, prune and blackberry comes with graphite, cola and attractive oak notes. This is intense and shows powerful acidity in support of blackberry, toast and dark, spicy flavors. A medium-long finish with toast and licorice is proper and not overdone. Drink from 2014–2022.",Tábula,55,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas y Viñedos Tábula 2009 Tábula (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-vinedos-tabula-2009-tabula-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas y Viñedos Tábula 15.5,Red,Chile,"As Chilean Carmenère goes, this is one of the best and most true to the grape. Dusty, dry, earthy aromas of spiced berry, herbs and cocoa lead to a lofty palate with both creamy oak and driving acids. Oak-related flavors of vanilla and coconut sit on top of spicy, baked berry flavors, while the finish is full, woody, creamy and dense. Drink this excellent Carmenère now through 2017.",Herencia,90,93,Peumo,,,Santa Carolina 2008 Herencia Carmenère (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2008-herencia-carmenere-peumo/,Carmenère,2008,Santa Carolina 8,White,Germany,"This wine is fresh and vibrant in acidity and structure, yet penetrating on the palate with sweet, ripe stonefruit and yellow floral notes. Hints of lime pith and jasmine tea add texture and astringency on the long, mineral-laden finish.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese,32,91,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2011 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2011-wehlener-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. Loosen 14.5,Red,US,"For the price, you get a Cabernet that shows some pretty good Napa character. It's ripe and forward with black currants with tough tannins and a hit of sweet oak. Lots going on, and could even age for a few years. If you drink it now, give it a couple hours of airing.",,22,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Twenty Bench 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twenty-bench-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Twenty Bench 15.3,Red,US,"Strong tannins are a given with varietal Petite Sirah, and they are here in force, along with dark, deep notes of licorice, vanilla and cassis fruit. It's a big wine throughout, with very ripe fruit that never veers into jammy flab. Just plain delicious all the way through the long finish.",,42,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2010 Petite Sirah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2010-petite-sirah-columbia-valley-wa/,Petite Sirah,2010,Dusted Valley 14.5,Red,Chile,"This Syrah-Cab blend is an oaky specimen with no shortage of vanilla, cream and sawdust on the nose. In the mouth, it's quite rich, almost to the point of being syrupy. Flavors of blackberry, toast, vanilla and popcorn announce even more generous oak, while the finish is warm in feel, with baked fruit, mint and vanilla flavors. Drink now–2017.",Ninquén Mountain Vineyard,48,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Ninquén 2009 Ninquén Mountain Vineyard Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ninquen-2009-mountain-vineyard-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Ninquén 12.5,White,US,"Wonderfully fragrant and pretty, this delicately-made Riesling mixes candied pineapple, honeyed lemon, and pekoe tea flavors to good effect. It's a perfect late spring porch pounder.",,12,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2011 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2011-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2011,Château Bianca 13.5,White,US,"This wine shows the hand of the winemaker in the buttered toast, vanilla, crème brulée, honey and creamy lees that dominate the palate. The underlying fruit is a little thin, suggesting tangerines and papayas. The price-quality ratio is fair.",Barrel Fermented,35,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2011 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2011-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Flora Springs 15.2,Red,US,"This is a rich, delicious Pinot Noir. It spreads a fantail of raspberry and cherry jam sweetness across the palate, and then the acidity kicks in, providing fortunate balance. With a silky texture, it's a lovely wine to drink now.",Reserve,37,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,MacMurray Ranch 2010 Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macmurray-ranch-2010-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,MacMurray Ranch 10.8,Dessert,US,"Incredibly rich and sweet with honey, apricot and orange flavors, this intense dessert wine is balanced with citrusy acidity. It's super-delicious, long and gooey sweet on the finish.",Vin de Paille Estate,65,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Balletto 2009 Vin de Paille Estate Pinot Gris (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balletto-2009-vin-paille-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Balletto 10,Dessert,Austria,"The tannins of the Zweigelt show through the rich texture of this wine, giving a fascinating balance between smoothness and a dry, firm, smoky core. Even at six years, it does need more aging to round out even more and bring out the natural honey flavors.",Trockenbeerenauslese Essenz,35,89,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 2007 Trockenbeerenauslese Essenz Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-hans-und-christine-2007-trockenbeerenauslese-essenz-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2007,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 14,White,Italy,"Here is a beautiful Chardonnay from the cool climate of Northern Italy that shows vibrant tones of citrus, tangerine skin, white almond and honeydew melon. What sets it apart is the zesty freshness of the mouthfeel and the wine's crisp acidity.",Ateyon,35,89,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,Loacker 2010 Ateyon Chardonnay (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loacker-2010-ateyon-chardonnay-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,Chardonnay,2010,Loacker 14.8,Red,US,"Once again Zach's ladder is entirely sourced from Red Mountain fruit, including Klipsun and Ciel du Cheval. It's half Syrah and half Cabernet Sauvignon, with a splash of Petit Verdot. Fruity and forward in this cooler vintage, it shows lush red berry flavors with a kiss of cocoa. Tangy and satisfying.",Zachary's Ladder,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gorman 2010 Zachary's Ladder Cabernet-Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2010-zacharys-ladder-red-blend-cabernet-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet-Syrah,2010,Gorman 13,Red,US,"Pinots from this AVA have a bit of an herbal edge which, in good hands, can help to define and frame the cool climate fruit flavors. Here is a mix of plum and wild berry, the purple fruit set against balancing tannins that carry that hint of earth and heather.",Lumière,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,J. Christopher 2010 Lumière Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-christopher-2010-lumiere-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,J. Christopher 15,Red,Italy,"This full and generous red wine from Umbria is aged 18 months in casks, 18 months in small barrel and 18 months in the bottle before its release. All this to soften the notoriously hard tannins of the Sagrantino grape. That firm structure is still very apparent and the wine ends with cherry, spice, and bold, super-ripe raspberry.",Colle Grimaldesco,55,89,Central Italy,Montefalco Sagrantino,,Tabarrini 2008 Colle Grimaldesco (Montefalco Sagrantino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tabarrini-2008-colle-grimaldesco-italian-red-sagrantino-montefalco-sagrantino/,Sagrantino,2008,Tabarrini 14.2,Red,US,"Mourvèdre is a very difficult variety to get right, but Venteux's 2010 is right up there with the state's best. It's dry and medium bodied, with complex cherry, mocha, licorice and bacon flavors, wrapped into smooth tannins. Might even gain some traction with 2–3 years in the cellar.",,32,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Venteux 2010 Mourvèdre (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venteux-2010-mourvedre-central-coast-paso-robles/,Mourvèdre,2010,Venteux 13.8,Red,US,"A great price for this well-made Primitivo, Uvaggio opens with juicy, bright red raspberry and dark cherry flavor, stays light through the mid palate and finishes with a long lingering streak of vanilla. Dry and fresh, it'll pair perfectly with thin-crust pizza topped with basil out of the garden.",,16,89,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Uvaggio 2011 Primitivo (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/uvaggio-2011-zinfandel-primitivo-central-valley-lodi/,Primitivo,2011,Uvaggio 14.5,Red,Spain,"With a hint of rubber and asphalt, the bouquet on this value wine is generous and topped with blackberry and dark plum aromas. The palate is grabby, with clampy tannins and black-fruit flavors mixed with chocolate and spice. The earthy, lightly herbal finish with rubbery nuances is nice.",,9,89,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Tres Ojos 2011 Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-ojos-2011-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2011,Tres Ojos 13,White,Chile,"Minerally opening aromas yield to a tight collection of green herb and citrus scents that steer clear of anything feline or grassy. This offers shear, zesty flavors of gooseberry, lime and tarragon in front of a stony feeeling finish that's crisp but not grating.",Castillo de Molina Reserva,13,89,Elqui Valley,,,San Pedro 2012 Castillo de Molina Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Elqui Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2012-castillo-molina-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-elqui-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,San Pedro 13,Red,France,"Complex and powerful, this wood-aged red has both elegance and density. Its black plum and blackberry fruits are spiced with an herbal character that gives an edge to the acidity in the aftertaste. Keep for 4–5 years.",Les Forts de Léoube,32,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Léoube 2010 Les Forts de Léoube Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoube-2010-forts-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Château Léoube 14,Red,France,"Rich and smooth, this is a good example of the sumptuous 2009 vintage. It is soft, ripe with blackberry and red plum fruits. It is already developing well. It's a medium-term wine, already juicy and drinkable.",,55,89,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château le Temple 2009 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-temple-2009-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château le Temple 13,Red,France,"Produced at Château Haut-Bailly, this concentrated red show the attractive fruit of 2011. It's tannins are relatively gentle, a fine counter-point to the red berry and currant fruits. It's a wine for medium-term aging over the next 4–6 years.",,100,89,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château le Pape 2011 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-pape-2011-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château le Pape 14.5,Red,US,"A dated but not outdated blend of Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Mourvedre, Cabernet Franc, and Sangiovese that brings notes of herbs, green beans, and floral notes. It's rich and sweet with plump fruit flavors and dry tannins.",Marie's View Wallula Vineyard,80,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Den Hoed 2004 Marie's View Wallula Vineyard Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/den-hoed-2004-maries-view-wallula-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2004,Den Hoed 13.5,White,Italy,"Beautifully fragrant and breezy with summer aromas of white flower, green herb and exotic fruit, here is the perfect summer sipping wine. Pair this Sauvignon with spaghetti with vongole and freshly chopped parsley.",Prail,22,89,,Alto Adige,,Colterenzio 2011 Prail Sauvignon (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colterenzio-2011-prail-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-alto-adige/,Sauvignon,2011,Colterenzio 14,Red,Italy,"Antrum is a hugely bold and masculine wine that won't appeal to everyone. The appearance is inky black and the bouquet shows prune, toasted spice and leather. The tannins are sharp and slightly astringent despite the many years of bottle aging that have already occurred.",Antrum,53,89,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Ciavolich Giuseppe 2006 Antrum (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciavolich-giuseppe-2006-antrum-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2006,Ciavolich Giuseppe 14.2,Red,US,"It's no disrespect to say this is a great family restaurant-style Merlot. Tens of millions of Americans dig into beef at the neighborhood joint, and they want a good red to drink alongside it. At this price, this is that wine. It's soft and rich with blackberries, blueberries and chocolate, with a finish of sweet, toasty oak.",,17,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Chelsea Goldschmidt 2011 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chelsea-goldschmidt-2011-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2011,Chelsea Goldschmidt 14.1,Red,US,"An aromatic explosion with notes of white pepper, menthol, black cherry, and vanilla. It's medium bodied with citrusy acidity and firm tannins with oak notes fleshing out the finish. A delightful bottle that deserves a place at the dinner table.",Northridge Vineyard,36,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Bunnell 2008 Northridge Vineyard Mourvèdre (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2008-northridge-vineyard-mourvedre-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Mourvèdre,2008,Bunnell 13.5,Red,US,"This is a beautiful red wine to drink now for its rich, ripe flavors and overall balance. It's soft in acids and fine in tannins, offering heady waves of black cherries, currants and chocolate. Easy to find, with nearly 75,000 cases produced.",Los Osos,15,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2010 Los Osos Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2010-los-osos-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2010,J. Lohr 14.4,Red,US,"Just under five years in age, this wine's Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant profile shows through its full-bodied mouthfeel, dense tannins and cassis flavor. It's a big, new-oaky wine that's forward with concentrated fruit through the finish. A bit of a show-off now, it should benefit from 5–6 years in the cellar.",Cuvée St. E,50,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2008 Cuvée St. E Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2008-cuvee-st-e-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,J. Lohr 15.5,Red,US,"Smooth, easy to enjoy and crisp in acidity, La Folia's Barbera tastes lighter than its 15.5% alcohol with a mocha kiss on the finish.",,28,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,La Folia Winery 2010 Barbera (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folia-winery-2010-barbera-sierra-foothills/,Barbera,2010,La Folia Winery 14,Red,Spain,"This is a clean, fresh style of Garnacha with floral black cherry aromas offset by a minty note. The palate has a zingy feel and crisp, fresh plum, raspberry and dry herb flavors. As a whole it's focused and uncomplicated; this is very good Garnacha from one of the Valencia region's better producers.",Soplo,16,89,Levante,Valencia,,Bodegas Rafael Cambra 2010 Soplo Garnacha (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-rafael-cambra-2010-soplo-grenache-garnacha-valencia/,Garnacha,2010,Bodegas Rafael Cambra 14.5,Red,US,"This is a satisfyingly yummy Zinfandel that's chock block with raspberry and boysenberry flavor, and a tannic structure that's still in full force. There's softness in the mouthfeel and an easygoing finish that's touched with cinnamon spice and chocolate. A good wine to pair with a range of food from barbecue ribs to pizza.",,18,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Artezin 2011 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artezin-2011-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2011,Artezin 13.5,Red,US,"This wine is sensationally rich and ripe with wild cherry, mocha, anise and tobacco flavors, with a long, spicy finish. It really impresses for sheer deliciousness. The blend is Zinfandel, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah. It's easy to find, with production an incredible 125,000 cases.",Essential,11,89,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2010 Essential Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2010-essential-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,Bogle 14,Red,Spain,"This big, dark, rubbery smelling Ribera wine is rugged and pushy, with mild volatility on the nose along with a whiff of spent coffee grinds. A clampy, bullish palate with rock-hard tannins sets up rubbery black-fruit flavors in front of a rough and tumble finish. Overall this is very good but hard and tannic. Hold for a year then drink through 2020.",Damana Crianza,35,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas y Viñedos Tábula 2009 Damana Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-vinedos-tabula-2009-damana-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas y Viñedos Tábula 15,Red,France,"Mint and eucalypt aromas set the scene for a modern, polished wine, packed with wood tannins as well as ripe black fruits. Currently, the tannins are winning giving a wine that is dark, structured and dry. So give it at least five years.",Sélection Vieilles Vignes,35,89,Bordeaux,Montagne-Saint-Émilion,,Château Faizeau 2010 Sélection Vieilles Vignes (Montagne-Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-faizeau-2010-selection-vieilles-vignes-red-montagne-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Faizeau 14.5,Red,US,"Sourced from old vines at Windrow and the less-well-known (but excellent) Tokar vineyard, this pure Cabernet Sauvignon shows a tight mix of plum, cassis, olive and earth, underscored by sharp acidity. It's young and substantial, with some heat in a finish marked by slightly bitter phenolics.",,42,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Bunchgrass 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunchgrass-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Bunchgrass 14.8,Red,US,"This is the least expensive McCrea Syrah, compiled from the same excellent sources as the higher end wines. It's a solid effort, with black fruits threaded with cedar, smoke, licorice and coffee liqueur. It was aged 32 months in 2–6 year old French oak.",,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea Cellars 2009 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-cellars-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2009,McCrea Cellars 12.5,White,Austria,"Bright, fruity Sauvignon Blanc that has a touch of tropical fruits as well as more citrus and grassy characters. Klassik is the most open, attractive, ready-to-drink style from Styria. Screwcap.",Steirische Klassik,,89,Steiermark,,,Neumeister 2011 Steirische Klassik Sauvignon Blanc (Steiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neumeister-2011-steirische-klassik-sauvignon-blanc-steiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Neumeister 14.1,Red,US,"This wine is filled with robust Zinny flavors, ranging from wild raspberries and red currants to tobacco, mocha and crushed black pepper. It's just beginning to pick up aged notes, making it sweeter and more mellow than it would have been two or three years ago. Kudos to Balletto for holding it back before release. Drink now–2016.",Estate,21,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Balletto 2008 Estate Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balletto-2008-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Balletto 14,Red,France,"Rich, concentrated wine, with generous fruits and soft tannins. It has super-ripe black plums, a touch of chocolate and spice from wood aging. Powerful, juicy, fruity, likely to age well over the medium-term, over the next 3–4 years.",,125,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos Larcis 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-larcis-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Clos Larcis 14,Red,Chile,"The nose on this blend of Syrah, Cabernet, Merlot and Malbec is concentrated, with herbal hints of juniper along with brandied berry and cherry. This is firm and tannic, with deep, earthy flavors of licorice, mint and spiced black fruits. It's grabby and big throughout, with all the nutmeg, anise and wood spice the wine can take.",Gold Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Malbec,24,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Estampa 2009 Gold Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Malbec Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estampa-2009-gold-syrah-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-malbec-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Estampa 14,Red,Chile,"Stewed red berries and an herbal streak define the nose, which also offers carob and spice notes. The palate feels mostly deep and padded, with layering and flavors of herbs, pepper, spice and plum. A meaty, herbal finish with a tomato paste quality is the final act.",Max Reserva,20,89,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2010 Max Reserva Carmenère (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2010-max-reserva-carmenere-aconcagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Errazuriz 14,White,Chile,"This relatively snappy SB reflects coastal Chile in a good, true way via minerally and citrusy aromas that include jalapeño notes. The palate is friendly but exact, with passion fruit, grapefruit and lime flavors. The minerally finish is sweeter and less acidic than in years past.",Gran Reserva Estate Bottled,16,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Casas del Bosque 2012 Gran Reserva Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casas-bosque-2012-gran-reserva-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Casas del Bosque 14.5,Red,Chile,"This is a dark, concentrated blend with minty oak, lactic aromas, boysenberry and blackberry on the bouquet. The palate is muscular and clampy, with resiny, oak-based grab to go with full tannins. Flavors of boyseberry, chocolate, toast and oak end in a warm, oaky finish. Drink now through 2016.",Antu Mountain Vineyard,19,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Ninquén 2011 Antu Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ninquen-2011-antu-mountain-vineyard-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2011,Ninquén 14.1,White,US,"Failla reaches into this new appellation within Napa Valley for this vineyard-designated Chard. It's a little heavier and softer than the Chardonnays from Sonoma County usually associated with the winery. Very rich in tropical fruits and pears, while the oak is lavish in vanilla and buttered toast. Drink now.",Haynes Vineyard,58,89,California,Napa,Coombsville,Failla 2011 Haynes Vineyard Chardonnay (Coombsville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2011-haynes-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-coombsville/,Chardonnay,2011,Failla 14.5,Red,US,"A good Cabernet, this is dry and tannic, with blackberry, currant, dried herb and oak flavors. It has a certain elegance of tannic structure, and finishes deliciously long and spicy. The grapes come from Napa Valley and Alexander Valley.",,35,89,California,California Other,California,Punch 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punch-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Punch 14.8,Red,US,"Shows This wine boasts Petite Sirah's full-bodied mouthfeel, with fuzzy tannins framing ripe, jammy blackberries, cherries and chocolate. The alcohol is high, but that's Petite Sirah for you, giving it a warmth that asks to be paired with barbecue. The addition of Zinfandel, Syrah and Mourvèdre brings welcome complexities.",,32,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Proulx 2010 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/proulx-2010-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2010,Proulx 14.9,Red,US,"This is an exuberant, happy wine, filled with sunny summer flavors of cherries, blueberries and blackberries. The blend is based on Zinfandel and Grenache. It's rich and soft in tannins and easy to drink. The alcohol is a little high, but nothing that barbecue can't handle.",Dimples,42,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Proulx 2010 Dimples Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/proulx-2010-dimples-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,Proulx 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a pretty blend of Sangiovese (70%), Sagrantino and Colorino that is noticeable because of the smooth and seamless manner in which these three grapes interact. Bold cherry fruit, blackberry and spice make up the bouquet that is followed by a slightly gritty, but firm mouthfeel.",Riserva,35,89,Central Italy,Montefalco Rosso,,Perticaia 2009 Riserva (Montefalco Rosso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perticaia-2009-riserva-red-montefalco-rosso/,Red Blend,2009,Perticaia 13.9,Red,US,"Soft and delicious, this is for drinking now, with a certain elegant fanciness. The blackberry, cherry, currant and oak flavors are complex and worth repeated sipping.",Winemaker's Blend,23,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa County-Sonoma County,Ghost Pines 2010 Winemaker's Blend Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa County-Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-pines-2010-winemakers-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-county-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Ghost Pines 9,White,Germany,"Fresh lemon-peel and lanolin notes add complexity to this bright, intensely fruity Riesling. Crisp with acidity, it's refreshingly easy on the palate, with a delicate, lacy sugar note that lingers long on the finish.",Graacher Himmelreich Kabinett,23,89,Mosel,,,Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium 2011 Graacher Himmelreich Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/friedrich-wilhelm-gymnasium-2011-graacher-himmelreich-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium 14.5,Red,US,"Nothing shy about this wine. It erupts like a fruit volcano, offering wave after wave of raspberries, cherries and ripe persimmons, sweetened with vanilla and butterscotch tones of oak. The mouthfeel is all silk and satin. Drink now for sheer pleasure.",,40,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Crema 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,La Crema 14.1,Red,US,"Reininger's Carmenère is again at the top of the (rather small) heap of Washington examples, taming the usual green, herbal edge just enough with well-ripened, brambly berry fruit. There's a touch of white pepper in the finish, another indication that this late-ripening grape was picked at just the right moment.",Seven Hills Vineyard,48,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 2009 Seven Hills Vineyard Carmenère (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-2009-seven-hills-vineyard-carmenere-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Carmenère,2009,Reininger 14.3,Red,US,"Very rich and flamboyantly layered, this Merlot-based wine is ripe in cherries, red currants and cocoa. It's a little forward in its charms, giving easily of itself in a fleshy, oaky way, but it sure is enjoyable. Drink over the next six years, especially with lamb chops or char-broiled steak.",Cuvée Pom,50,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2009 Cuvée Pom Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2009-cuvee-pom-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,J. Lohr 13.5,Red,Spain,"Aromas of leather, dried cherry, vanilla and leafy earthiness get this gran reserva moving. In the mouth, it's a touch choppy and wiry, with leafy, roasted flavors of savory plum and spice. This is shy on the finish, with a hint of spice and chocolate. Drink now.",Coto de Imaz Gran Reserva,45,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2004 Coto de Imaz Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2004-imaz-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,El Coto 13,White,Spain,"Light peach, apricot and buttercup aromas are better at first but lose steam with airing. This Xarello is lemony, racy and gives off plenty of kick on the palate, while flavors of citrus and melon are equally creamy and zesty. This holds firm on the finish, with brightness offset by a creamy texture.",,36,89,Catalonia,Penedès,,Cellars Avgvstvs Forvm 2010 Xarel-lo (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cellars-avgvstvs-forvm-2010-spanish-white-xarel-lo-penedes/,Xarel-lo,2010,Cellars Avgvstvs Forvm 14,Red,Chile,"This is seriously spicy on the bouquet, where a mix of earth, pepper, herbal notes and cassis set up a stocky body with a condensed feel and ample oak. Heavy black-fruit flavors are hard at first but settle well, leaving mint and licorice notes along with a dark, toasty, herbal finish.",Ecos de Rulo Single Vineyard El Chequén Estate,20,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2010 Ecos de Rulo Single Vineyard El Chequén Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2010-ecos-rulo-single-vineyard-el-chequen-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Viña Bisquertt 12.5,Rose,France,"Light, fruity, very crisp in character, this is an apple and citrus driven wine as much as red fruits. There is an attractive, exotic touch of pomegranate fruits that add an extra dimension to this lively, fresh wine.",Château de Selle,46,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaines Ott 2012 Château de Selle Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-ott-2012-chateau-selle-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Domaines Ott 13.8,Red,US,"De Villiers is one of Calera's newest vineyards, and whether it's a warmer site or simply comprised of showier clones, it's forward in raspberry and cherry jam flavors, with lots of sweet, caramelized oak. The finish is long and sweet in fruit, and the alcohol is well below 14% by volume.",de Villiers Vineyard,42,89,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2010 de Villiers Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2010-villiers-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2010,Calera 14.5,Red,Spain,"This wine is fresh as can be, with loads of friendly black-fruit aromas upfront. The palate is juicy and bright, not the least bit hard or tannic, with huge flavors of berry fruits, baking spices, chocolate and even some bacon. This delivers a lot for the price.",Honoro Vera,9,89,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Bodegas Ateca 2011 Honoro Vera Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-ateca-2011-honoro-vera-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2011,Bodegas Ateca 9.5,White,Germany,"Fresh, green herbal notes and stony minerality add freshness to sweet stonefruit and yellow flowers on this crisp, dainty Kabinett. Bristling with acidity, the finish extends long on a lusciously ripe citrus note.",Ayler Kupp Kabinett,23,89,Mosel,,,Bischöfliche Weingüter Trier 2011 Ayler Kupp Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bischofliche-weinguter-trier-2011-ayler-kupp-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Bischöfliche Weingüter Trier 13.5,White,Chile,"Like any good coastal Chilean SB, this crackles with minerality, grassy notes and tight citrus aromas. The palate has zest and acidity, while core flavors of arugula, jalapeño, nettle and green fruits shout “cool climate.” Because 2012 was very hot by Chilean standards, the finish is a bit flatter and fuller than in past vintages.",,18,89,Aconcagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2012-sauvignon-blanc-aconcagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Arboleda 14.8,White,US,"Adelaida's Roussanne-Grenache blend can vary from vintage to vintage, but the cool 2011 has resulted in a successful bottling. The wine is full-bodied and dry, with rich flavors of fruits and berries. The oak is upfront, but fully in balance, giving the wine a touch of butterscotch.",Version The Glenrose Vineyard,35,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2011 Version The Glenrose Vineyard White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2011-version-glenrose-vineyard-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2011,Adelaida 13,Rose,France,"A deliciously crisp wine, the acidity streaking through the red berry fruits leaving a refreshing character that balances the touch of spice. Fresh, fruity and ready to drink.",La Caprice de Clémentine,,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château les Valentines 2012 La Caprice de Clémentine Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valentines-2012-caprice-clementine-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château les Valentines 14,Red,France,"A solid, structured wine, showing the fine tannins of the vintage along with ripe berry fruits. It has weight, acidity, without pushing the alcohol forward, remaining in balance. Age this wine for 3–4 years.",,20,89,Bordeaux,Lussac Saint-Émilion,,Château Bel-Air 2010 Lussac Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bel-air-2010-red-lussac-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Bel-Air 14.1,Red,US,"A fine Cabernet, this is dry, full bodied and softly tannic, with real Napa elegance. Feels smooth in the mouth, offering concentrated blackberry, currant, dark chocolate and sweet oak flavors. Drink over the next six years.",Papa's Knoll Estate,45,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Buehler 2010 Papa's Knoll Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buehler-2010-papas-knoll-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Buehler 14.5,Red,Chile,"With floral aromas mixed with darker notes of asphalt, mineral, leather and berry fruit, this opens well. The palate is rubbery in feel but structured. Flavors of bold berry fruits, chocolate and herbs end chewy, warm and chocolaty. For a basic Carmenère-Cabernet blend, this is on the money.",Chamán Reserva,15,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Santa Cruz 2011 Chamán Reserva Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-santacruz-2011-chaman-reserva-red-blend-carmenere-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Viña Santa Cruz 12.9,Red,US,"A good effort in a challenging vintage. This has a warm core of round, pretty cherry fruit, with a dash of bitters, sassafras and caramel. It persists through the middle into a Dr. Pepper finish, with details of herb and earth.",Pelos Sandberg,38,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Iota Cellars 2010 Pelos Sandberg Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iota-cellars-2010-pelos-sandberg-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Iota Cellars 14.2,Red,US,"A real success for Petite Sirah, showing the variety's California exuberance, but never losing sight of balance and elegance. It's powerful with blackberry tart, cassis and dark chocolate flavors, wrapped into powerful tannins and finishing long and dry. Your window of enjoyment should be now, with rich barbecue or roasts, and through 2017.",East Ridge Block Estate,28,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gustafson Family 2009 East Ridge Block Estate Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustafson-family-2009-east-ridge-block-estate-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2009,Gustafson Family 13,Red,France,"One of the second wines of Château Ramage la Batisse, this is the better of the two. It shows ripe and juicy black fruits that push through the dense structure to promise a rich future. It's worth aging this wine for 3–5 years and more.",R de Ramage,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Ramage la Batisse 2010 R de Ramage (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ramage-batisse-2010-r-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Ramage la Batisse 14.5,Red,Spain,"Boysenberry and blueberry aromas mixed with oak scents amount to an inviting, solid bouquet. In the mouth, this is healthy, full-bodied and showing plenty of kick. Flavors of berry fruits, plum and roasted notes end with jammy berry flavors and a good texture. Drink now–2015.",,29,89,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Clunia 2010 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clunia-2010-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2010,Clunia 14,Red,Chile,"A jammy, grapey bouquet offers blueberry and spice aromas but not much complexity or nuance. The palate is lively, with acidic cut and leathery, herbal flavors of raspberry, plum and pepper. This is bouncy feeling and tastes earthy and chocolaty on the finish. Drink now through 2015.",Gran Reserva,22,89,Cachapoal Valley,,,Rios de Chile 2010 Gran Reserva Syrah (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rios-chile-2010-gran-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cachapoal-valley/,Syrah,2010,Rios de Chile 14.7,Red,US,"Made from all six Bordeaux varieties, this estate grown blend only hits a few notes but hits them persistently and deliciously with milk chocolate, dried cherry, and herbs. It's soft and silky and lingers on the finish.",Claret,26,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,RoxyAnn 2009 Claret Red (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roxyann-2009-claret-red-southern-rogue-valley/,Red Blend,2009,RoxyAnn 14.4,Red,US,"A very fine edition of River's Red, this returns Merlot to the first chair (55%) position, with Syrah and Cab Franc splitting the rest. Sturdy, chewy, bone dry, tannic and authoritative, it's a quintessential steak wine. Cassis, earth, hints of dried mushroom and those stiff but powerful tannins combine to make this a standout at the price.",River's,14,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2011 River's Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2011-rivers-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2011,Three Rivers 14,Rose,US,"Perfectly salmon pink in color, this blend of half-Sangiovese, half-Barbera, is light and refreshing, with bright flavors of watermelon, cherry and mint. Just the tiniest bit ripe, yet finishing dry, it's long lasting and satisfying, a good call for a summer's day.",Bella E Rosa,16,89,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sorelle Winery 2012 Bella E Rosa Rosé (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorelle-winery-2012-bella-e-rosa-rose-central-valley-lodi/,Rosé,2012,Sorelle Winery 14.3,Red,US,"Juicy and floral with dusty tannins, this Lodi blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Sangiovese exhibits the best of both worlds, with a well-integrated taste of soft raspberry jam, cranberry and earth.",Russo Red,,89,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sorelle Winery 2010 Russo Red Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorelle-winery-2010-russo-red-italian-red-cabernet-sauvignon-sangiovese-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese,2010,Sorelle Winery 12.5,White,Austria,"With tropical fruit richness, this is a full and rounded Sauvignon Blanc. It has weight, its spicy texture filled out with both opulent fruits and a crisper citrus acidity. Glass stopper.",Steirische Klassik,27,89,Südsteiermark,,,Sattlerhof 2011 Steirische Klassik Sauvignon Blanc (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sattlerhof-2011-steirische-klassik-sauvignon-blanc-sudsteiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Sattlerhof 8.5,White,Germany,"Intense lemon and lime-skin aromas add sheen to ripe, juicy citrus, peach and honey flavors in this off-dry Riesling. Racy and crisp on the palate, it finishes vibrant and dry with lingering crushed-slate minerality. A fantastic bargain for such a solid wine.",Dr. L,12,89,Mosel,,,Loosen Bros. 2011 Dr. L Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loosen-bros-2011-dr-l-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Loosen Bros. 12.5,Rose,France,"A rich and food friendly style of rosé, its initial red fruitiness hiding a more serious, textured character of minerality and elegance. It would be worth aging this fine rosé for a few months.",Les Papilles,,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Les Vignobles Gueissard 2012 Les Papilles Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-gueissard-2012-papilles-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Les Vignobles Gueissard 13.5,Red,US,"Sourced from a cool site in the Coastal Range, this has a powerful streak of grapefruit both in the fruit and the acidity. It's sharp but interesting, with pine needle highlights and rhubarb/cranberry fruit. It has the structure to age, and would be an interesting wine to follow over the next decade or so.",Pfeiffer Vineyards,55,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,King Estate 2010 Pfeiffer Vineyards Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2010-pfeiffer-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,King Estate 14.4,White,US,"A few years of bottle age have softened and mellowed this Chard, making it very nice for drinking now. It has lovely orange, Asian pear and mango flavors, with just the right touch of oak, and a rich, creamy mouthfeel.",Santa Maria Cuvee,30,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kenneth Volk 2009 Santa Maria Cuvee Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenneth-volk-2009-santa-maria-cuvee-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Kenneth Volk 12.5,White,US,"A wisp of a wine, like Marilyn in her All About Eve years, before the buxom bravado kicked in. Clean, light in color, with an inviting floral aroma, this gentle wine is dry and delicious. Pair with shellfish and think of the star's more innocent years.",,16,89,California,Lake County,Lake County,Marilyn Sauvignon Blonde 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marilyn-sauvignon-blonde-2011-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Marilyn Sauvignon Blonde 14.5,Red,Chile,"Herbal red-fruit aromas come across scratchy and suggestive of fresh field greens. The palate is tight and angular, with not much cushion and herbal-leaning flavors of currant and baked raspberry. This finishes herbal and warm tasting, a natural reflection of a hot year. Drink this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Carmenère now.",Millantu,25,89,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2009 Millantu Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2009-millantu-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Santa Alicia 14.5,Red,Chile,"This deep, dense Syrah offers layers of dark berry aromas mixed with spice and herbal notes. The palate feels stylish and smooth, while driving flavors of blackberry and chocolate finish with smooth tannins. This is clean and New World in character.",La Joya Gran Reserva,15,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2011 La Joya Gran Reserva Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2011-joya-gran-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2011,Viña Bisquertt 13.9,Red,US,"This is an enormously rich, extracted wine, that's vast in cherries, blackberries, currants, chocolate and oak flavors. Yet it has balancing acidity and tannins. Best now and over the next few years, especially a great barbecued steak or leg of lamb.",Estate Grown,46,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Venteux 2010 Estate Grown Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venteux-2010-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2010,Venteux 15,Red,Italy,This is a bold and thickly structured Sagrantino that has all its cards in place hold for a slightly disjointed note on the bouquet. The aromas are raw and intense and those bright cherry and spice elements seem to compete strongly against each other. Campo alla Cerqua is aged three years in large oak casks.,Campo alla Cerqua,68,89,Central Italy,Montefalco Sagrantino,,Tabarrini 2008 Campo alla Cerqua (Montefalco Sagrantino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tabarrini-2008-campo-alla-cerqua-italian-red-sagrantino-montefalco-sagrantino/,Sagrantino,2008,Tabarrini 14.6,Red,US,"This variety hails from the Madiran region of France. The name suggests the wine's most pronounced feature, its tannins. They're tough, but sweet and ripe, and will play well now against rich barbecue. The flavors themselves are spicy, suggesting raspberries, black pepper and grilled meat. A good, sound, interesting wine to try as an alternative to Syrah or Zinfandel.",,25,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Minassian-Young 2010 Tannat (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/minassian-young-2010-other-red-tannat-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tannat,2010,Minassian-Young 12.5,White,US,"Pretty aromas of citrus blossom and rind lead into puckery fruit flavors. There's a finishing twist of grapefruit and orange peel, good balance, and a bit more acidity than is customary even for this producer.",,14,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,The Eyrie Vineyards 2011 Pinot Gris (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eyrie-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Gris,2011,The Eyrie Vineyards 13.5,Red,Spain,"Clean, fully loaded blackberry and dark plum aromas are smooth and subtle. In the mouth, this Tempranillo is chunky and solidly built, with earthy, roasted flavors of berry and plum. Savory, meaty flavors define the finish on this dark-leaning, affordable Rioja.",Koden,15,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Luis Alegre 2010 Koden (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-alegre-2010-koden-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2010,Luis Alegre 14.7,Red,US,"A blend of two-thirds Merlot and one-third Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced both from the Livermore and Napa valleys, PIcazo's 2008 vintage is full bodied in cran-raspberry, leather and herb flavors, piqued with acidity, structure and length.",Proprietary Red,45,89,California,California Other,California,Picazo 2008 Proprietary Red Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/picazo-2008-proprietary-red-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Picazo 14,Red,Spain,"Tarry blackberry and plum aromas are good and lusty. This is a round, medium-bodied blend of Garnacha, Carignan and Syrah that's ripe but not overpowering. Flavors of berry and plum are red in nature and finish with spicy notes and a good feel.",,17,89,Catalonia,Montsant,,Zerran 2010 Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zerran-2010-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2010,Zerran 14.4,Red,US,"This is the last Wild Sky to be crafted by now-departed winemaker Gordy Hill. It's a full-on Bordeaux blend, 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, with the other four grapes filling in the rest. Substantial and mouth-filling, it displays a mix of black fruits, black olive, and Italian herbs. The mouthfeel is satisfying and the finish edged with dark chocolate.",Wild Sky,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Zero One Vintners 2009 Wild Sky Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zero-one-vintners-2009-wild-sky-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Zero One Vintners 13.5,White,Chile,"This Casablanca SB opens with crisp, dry, capped aromas of ocean foam, citrus and green herbs. It's true to form in the mouth, with nice acidity and citrusy zest. Flavors of citrus and green herbs are focused but pithy, while the finish is fresh, crisp and tastes of lime and thyme.",T.H.,20,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Undurraga 2012 T.H. Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2012-th-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Undurraga 14.5,Red,Chile,"This is a broad, full-bodied Carmenère with leathery, foresty aromas as well as berry and cassis. The palate feels wide, grabby and hefty, while the flavors run toward meaty and toasty, with dark berry, herb and mildly bitter notes. On the finish, it overflows with heat, chocolate and peppery flavors.",Royale,26,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Koyle 2010 Royale Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koyle-2010-royale-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Koyle 12.5,Red,Austria,"Loimer, better known as a producer in Kamptal, also has vines in the Thermenregion, south of Vienna. This perfumed, smoky wine is deliciously juicy, a welter of red berries balanced with acidity. Great fruit with just enough tannins to ensure structure. Glass stopper.",Schell Mann an der Südbahn,24,89,Thermenregion,,,Loimer 2010 Schell Mann an der Südbahn Red (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loimer-2010-schell-mann-an-der-sudbahn-red-blend-austrian-thermenregion/,Austrian Red Blend,2010,Loimer 13.5,Red,US,"A polished Cabernet from a winery that knows how to produce super-drinkable Cabs at affordable prices. It's stylishly dry, with oak-infused blackberry jam, currant and mocha flavors. Shows a deliciousness factor that makes the price a real bargain.",Seven Oaks,17,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2010 Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2010-seven-oaks-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,J. Lohr 13,Red,US,"Flavors of cola and black cherry mingle seamlessly, in a forward, lightly floral wine. It has less power and muscle than many Dundee Hills Pinots, but that's not to criticize; the fruit is excellent and the wine has both texture and balance. The acidity is striking as well, with a finishing impression of grapefruit.",Sandra Adele,45,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,J. Christopher 2010 Sandra Adele Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-christopher-2010-sandra-adele-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,J. Christopher 13,Red,US,"Introduced by a lovely nose of cola and strawberries, this nicely-blended barrel selection from several Dundee Hills vineyards fills the mouth with soft, plush Pinot goodness. The acids taste natural and balanced, the tannins are tight and proportionate, and the finish gentle and clean.",Dundee Hills Cuvée,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,J. Christopher 2010 Dundee Hills Cuvée Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-christopher-2010-dundee-hills-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,J. Christopher 14.9,Red,US,"This dark and sappy Syrah is packed with black fruits, earth and stem flavors. It's a big, chunky style that piles on licorice, espresso, and plenty of tannic bite. But the fruit is outstanding, and the use of all neutral French oak keeps it front and center.",,26,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Animale 2010 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/animale-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2010,Animale 14,Red,Chile,"Wiry cherry and herbal aromas create a raw bouquet with controlled ruggedness. Things follow that track in the mouth, which feels snappy and acidic on the midpalate, while flavors of herbal plum and spicy currant take over. A solid finish with a good feel and fresh, herbal berry fruit flavors is good.",Alwa Limited Edition,35,89,Cachapoal Valley,,,Anakena 2010 Alwa Limited Edition Carmenère (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anakena-2010-alwa-limited-edition-carmenere-cachapoal-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Anakena 13.5,White,Chile,"Mellow aromas of baked apple, mild oak and toast are balanced and harmonious. This feels round and a little creamy but not thick or gooey. Soft flavors of honeyed peach, pineapple and banana are tropical as a whole, while the finish is solid, ripe and tropical tasting.",Max Reserva,20,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2011 Max Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2011-max-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Errazuriz 14.5,Red,France,"With aromas dominated by minty new wood, this is a modern style of wine, the wood on the palate very dominant. There is enough black currant fruit to promise a rounding out of what at the moment is a dry, densely structured wine. Keep for 4–5 years.",Le Pin de Belcier,,89,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Belcier 2010 Le Pin de Belcier (Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belcier-2010-le-pin-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Belcier 12.5,Rose,France,"A ripe and balanced wine with attractive, forward red fruits, laced with apple and spiced with lime juice. The wine is full in the mouth with a hint of ginger and finishing with light acidity.",Grand Réserve,,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château de Saint-Martin 2012 Grand Réserve Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-saint-martin-2012-grand-reserve-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château de Saint-Martin 13.6,Red,US,"There's a fresh, lilting quality to this Pinot, a silky airiness that feels weightless on the palate. Doubtless that's due to the moderate alcohol. But there's nothing light about the flavors, which are complex in black raspberry pie, softened Dr. Pepper cola, butterscotch, toast and spices. A beautiful Russian River Pinot made for drinking now with upscale fare.",,49,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Williams Selyem 12.5,White,US,"Distinctive aromas of beeswax and bee pollen continue with similar flavors, wrapped around tart yellow apple fruit. It's lovely, fragrant and ageworthy, in a high-acid Euro mold, but give it plenty of time to breathe. Decanting is a good idea.",,17,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,The Eyrie Vineyards 2011 Pinot Blanc (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eyrie-2011-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Blanc,2011,The Eyrie Vineyards 14.5,Red,Spain,"Teso la Monja picked a good vintage to introduce this entry-level Toro. Romanico is big and candied on the nose, with floral berry aromas, milk chocolate and a touch of raisin. On the palate, spunky berry fruit flavors blend with juniper notes, while the finish delivers herbal leftovers, a pinch more juniper and commendable length and smoothness.",Romanico,17,90,Northern Spain,Toro,,Teso La Monja 2010 Romanico (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teso-monja-2010-romanico-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2010,Teso La Monja 14.7,Red,US,"Very good price for a nice, silky, dry Pinot of this quality. It's quite restrained, in keeping with the vintage, showing herb-inflected sour cherry candy, cranberry, red currant and spice flavors, brightened with zesty acidity.",,24,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Santa Barbara Winery 2011 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Santa Barbara Winery 12.5,White,US,"A very rich wine that's densely packed with tropical fruit, citrus, peach, vanilla and spice flavors, yet surprisingly light on its feet. There's a real kick of zesty acidity, and the finish is clean and ripe with fruit.",,35,90,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2012 Grüner Veltliner (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2012-gruner-veltliner-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Von Strasser 13,White,Italy,"This gorgeous Sauvignon stands apart thanks to the creaminess and richness it offers in the mouth. That extra density is backed by bright aromas of peach, white flower, exotic fruit and dried sage.",,18,90,,Alto Adige,,Tramin 2011 Sauvignon (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tramin-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-alto-adige/,Sauvignon,2011,Tramin 12,White,Germany,"The “**” designation on this wine indicates the exceptional selection process used to pick intensely ripe, late-harvest grapes for this Auslese. Just a hint off dry, it's exceptionally full bodied with a rich, minerally palate accented by flecks of sweet stonefruit and honey. Brisk acidity offsets the voluptuous mouthfeel.",Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Auslese** Off-Dry,70,90,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2010 Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Auslese** Off-Dry Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2010-zeltinger-sonnenuhr-auslese-off-dry-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Markus Molitor 14.5,Red,US,"Very rich and elaborate with blackberry, cherry and cassis flavors, this wine is so tasty, it's easy to drink glass after glass. The tannins are firm, but soft and complex. Made from all the classic Bordeaux varieties, it's classy and elegant, and will hold in the bottle for years.",,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Marilyn 2010 Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marilyn-2010-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,2010,Marilyn 13,White,US,"Over the years, Longoria has proven itself to be one of the best producers of Albariño in California. The 2012 bottling doesn't disappoint. In its dryness, crisp acidity, sleek flavors and modest alcohol level, it defines the grape variety's possibilities in the Golden State. The wine never saw oak. What you get are savory lemongrass and grapefruit flavors, with hints of honey and nectarines.",,23,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Longoria 2012 Albariño (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2012-albarino-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Albariño,2012,Longoria 13.6,White,US,"New oak dominates this Chardonnay, along with brisk acidity. Beneath the buttered toast and butterscotch are intensely concentrated tropical fruit flavors. The wine is a little linear now, possibly because the vines are quite young. Give it 2–3 years in the cellar.",Rita's Crown Vineyard,55,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2011 Rita's Crown Vineyard Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2011-ritas-crown-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2011,Longoria 13,White,Austria,"Rich, tropical fruit flavors. It shows a light touch of wood aging to round and soften the intense and ripe fruits. With the complex fruits, the concentrated texture and the full-bodied character, this is a wine for aging over at least three years. Screwcap.",Leithaberg,23,90,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 2010 Leithaberg Pinot Blanc-Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-hans-und-christine-2010-leithaberg-white-blend-pinot-blanc-chardonnay-burgenland/,Pinot Blanc-Chardonnay,2010,Nittnaus Hans und Christine ,Red,US,"Lovely to drink now for its smooth, silky texture, dryness and balancing acidity. The flavors are wildly rich, suggesting cherry pie, red currant, licorice, bacon and sandalwood. Good as it is, it will improve with 4–5 years in the bottle, picking up earthier dried fruit and mushroom notes.",Stanly Ranch,65,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Merryvale 2010 Stanly Ranch Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2010-stanly-ranch-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Merryvale 14.9,Red,US,"Mourvèdre is the dominant grape (60%) with Grenache making up the rest. It's a riot of flavors, Bing cherry, green olive, some stem and herb, with the minerality of the Mourvèdre underscoring the finish. Very well done and quite tasty.",Squirrel Tooth Alice Red Heaven Vineyard,39,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Dusted Valley 2011 Squirrel Tooth Alice Red Heaven Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2011-squirrel-tooth-alice-red-heaven-vineyard-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2011,Dusted Valley 14.1,Red,US,"Smoky and teeth staining with savory blackberry fruit, this Petite is balanced, with a long finish, and will get better with 3–7 years of bottling age. Think grilled meats when pairing.",,28,90,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Fields Family 2010 Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fields-family-2010-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2010,Fields Family 12.5,Rose,France,"Rich, full tasting wine from the Sorin family, with smoothly ripe red berry fruits. There's an attractive orange zest character that gives piquancy to this great food rosé.",Terra Amata,12,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Sorin 2012 Terra Amata Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sorin-2012-terra-amata-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Domaine Sorin 14.5,Red,US,"This is a delicious Merlot that seems to showcase the warm Calistoga climate in its soft tannins and power-packed black cherry, blueberry and licorice flavors. The edge of oak is sweet and smoky. Drink this intricately layered wine now.",Estate Reserve,38,90,California,Napa,Calistoga,Envy 2009 Estate Reserve Merlot (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envy-2009-estate-reserve-merlot-napa-calistoga/,Merlot,2009,Envy 13.5,Red,France,"Smooth, wood-aged wine that has well-balanced red fruit flavors to go with the ripe tannins. A touch of mint reveals the new wood in the aging that has produced a fine, rich wine that will age well over the next five years.",,,90,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château La Croix-Davids 2010 Côtes de Bourg,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croix-davids-2010-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Croix-Davids 13.5,Rose,France,"Full-bodied and richly fruity wine. It has good depth of flavor from the zest and red berry fruits. They give a nervy, almost-mineral poise to the wine. Warmth and ripeness come in at the end.",,35,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château d'Esclans 2012 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-desclans-2012-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château d'Esclans 16.2,Red,US,"Blended mainly from Grenache, with 20% Syrah, this is one of the biggest, most extracted red wines ever to come out of Paso Robles. The alcohol is a ridiculously high 16.2% by volume, but it's balanced the same way that high alcohol in Port is balanced. The flavors are enormously rich with raspberry and cherry jam, white chocolate and buttered toast. Heady and flashy in that distinctly California mode, and made for drinking now.",Ma Premiere,105,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clos Solène 2009 Ma Premiere Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-solene-2009-ma-premiere-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Clos Solène 13,Rose,France,"The second wine from Château Vignelaure, a vast estate near Aix-en-Provence, this is a textured, ripe wine. It has red fruits but also a great tang of orange and lemon zest that gives it a delicious, refreshing lift.",La Source,15,90,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Château Vignelaure 2012 La Source Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vignelaure-2012-source-rose-coteaux-daix-en/,Rosé,2012,Château Vignelaure 13,Red,France,"Powerful, concentrated wine, a very solid Cabernet-dominated wine. It has dark tannins, the black currant fruit still hiding in the background. Dark and dense, it's destined for good aging, at least over the next six years.",,,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Tourteran 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tourteran-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tourteran 14.5,Red,Spain,"Fresh berry and plum aromas come with earth and herbal accents, which only boost the bouquet's complexity. The palate on this blend of Carignan, Garnacha and Syrah is structured and tight, with earthy, lightly toasted flavors of black cherry and plum. Spice, cocoa and oaky dryness define the finish. Drink through 2016.",,17,90,Catalonia,Montsant,,Can Blau 2010 Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/can-blau-2010-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2010,Can Blau 15.3,Red,US,"There is some alchemy at work here, for this unusual Dolcetto—all 24 cases of it—has the complexity of blended wines. Tart pomegranate fruit, streaks of stem and cement, mint and spice, all rise briefly and then fall away. It's a detailed wine, in the enigmatic style that marks this tiny winery as sui generis. Among the lineup of reds from 2010, it's best of show at the moment.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Animale 2010 Dolcetto (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/animale-2010-italian-red-dolcetto-columbia-valley-wa/,Dolcetto,2010,Animale 9,White,Germany,"Whiffs of lanolin and white flowers add freshness to this lavishly honeyed, deliciously fruity Riesling. Its sweet stone-fruit flavors are balanced with a spray of fresh lime acidity, giving it a lingering but refreshing finish.",Dom Kabinett,19,90,Mosel,,,Bischöfliche Weingüter Trier 2011 Dom Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bischofliche-weinguter-trier-2011-dom-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Bischöfliche Weingüter Trier 14.9,Red,US,"This is rich, ripe and succulent, with blackberry and black currant flavors. As decadently fruity as it tastes, the finish is firm and dry. There's lots of balanced elegance in this drink-me-now Cabernet.",Hilltop,35,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2010 Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2010-hilltop-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,J. Lohr 14.9,Red,US,"A really nice wine with plenty of dark, dense fruit. It is dry and tannic, and packed with blackberry, blueberry and meat notes that give way to hints of violets. So yummy now, it's hard not to pop the cork.",Tower Road,35,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2009 Tower Road Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2009-tower-road-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2009,J. Lohr 13,Red,US,"Tightly-defined raspberry fruit, with sharp and vivid acidity against a backdrop of wet rock, characterizes this young Pinot Noir. The brightness and delicate definition suggests that there are unseen layers of flavor lurking beneath the youthful shell. Give this at least a half decade in the cellar.",Olenik Vineyard,45,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,J. Christopher 2010 Olenik Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-christopher-2010-olenik-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2010,J. Christopher 14.5,Red,US,"With a dollop of Carignane, also from old vines grown organically in Mendocino County, Carol Shelton's Wild Thing ZIn is a fun ride, rich, robust in juicy raspberry fruit, fragrant in vanilla, balanced and approachable. In screwcap, it's a good bottle to grab on the way to a picnic or barbecue.",Wild Thing,19,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Carol Shelton 2009 Wild Thing Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2009-wild-thing-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Carol Shelton 13.1,White,US,"Tasted in early spring, this Chard was still tingly with acidity, but by the time you read this, everything should have calmed down. It's terrifically ripe with green apple, nectarine and tropical fruit flavors that are so rich, you won't even miss the oak.",Unoaked,37,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2011 Unoaked Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2011-unoaked-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Williams Selyem 12.5,Rose,France,"Vineyards around Mont Sainte-Victoire have their own appellation, accorded because of the extra ripeness the wines often have. This ripe, full, strawberry flavored wine has a fine balance between its crisp acidity and the ripe, warm texture. It could age for a few more months.",,22,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire,,Château Maupague 2012 Rosé (Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-maupague-2012-rose-cotes-sainte-victoire/,Rosé,2012,Château Maupague 13,Red,France,"A perfumed wine, dominated by Merlot. It shows plenty of the structure of 2010, a firm and solid wine, full of oak aging flavors at this young stage. It's going to be a rich and full wine layered with blackberry fruits as it develops over the next 4–5 years.",Maldoror,20,90,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Fougas 2010 Maldoror (Côtes de Bourg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fougas-2010-maldoror-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Fougas 8,White,Germany,"Intense smoke and nut-skin aromas add an earthy, savory minerality to rich, sweet Meyer lemon and orange-peel notes on the palate of this delicate yet powerful wine. There's massive complexity here, revealing itself in layers and layers on the long, lingering palate.",Erdener Prälat Auslese,40,90,Mosel,,,Peter Nicolay 2010 Erdener Prälat Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2010-erdener-pralat-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Peter Nicolay 14.9,Red,US,"The blend includes a hefty 22% Syrah, but the varietal stamp of the Mourvèdre shines through. Red plum, truffle and smoke are joined by a streak of vanilla. It's attention-getting and distinctive, dense and velvety. A wine to pair with wild game or smoked meats.",,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea Cellars 2009 Mourvèdre (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-cellars-2009-mourvedre-columbia-valley-yakima/,Mourvèdre,2009,McCrea Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Along with the Carmenère from Reininger, this stylish example belongs in the cellar of anyone with a hunger for this unusual variety. The green olive/herbal nature of the grape is carefully managed, and provides a nuance rather than a dominant flavor. At the core is tart red berry fruit and a wash of dark chocolate.",Avant Garde,24,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Nodland 2009 Avant Garde Carmenère (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nodland-2009-avant-garde-carmenere-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Carmenère,2009,Nodland 9,Dessert,Austria,"From grapes picked in February 2012, this light, delicate wine is still young, still finding its balanced acidity and fruit. It has a soft, almost gentle fruit and honey character that hides the intense acidity. It needs several years' aging.",Eiswein Exquisit,40,90,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 2011 Eiswein Exquisit White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-hans-und-christine-2011-eiswein-exquisit-white-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian white blend,2011,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 13,White,Austria,"Grauburgunder, aka Pinot Gris from warm vineyards, giving a rich, unctuous texture, a lightly perfumed character that also maintains freshness and attractive acidity. Keep for six months. Screwcap.",Steirische Klassik,,90,Südoststeiermark,,,Neumeister 2011 Steirische Klassik Grauburgunder (Südoststeiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neumeister-2011-steirische-klassik-pinot-grigio-gris-grauburgunder-sudoststeiermark/,Grauburgunder,2011,Neumeister 13,Red,France,"Grands Terroirs is a brand created by Cahors-based Château le Cèdre. This bow to its Bordeaux neighbor has produced a Pauillac that is classic, rich, structured and packed with blackberry fruit. It is still on the young side, although drinkable, a wine that will open and round in the next two years.",,,90,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Grands Terroirs de France 2010 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grands-terroirs-france-2010-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Grands Terroirs de France 14.3,White,US,"One of the fuller-bodied Albariños out there, this bottling, from veteran winemaker Volk, is dense in cream, tangerine, Meyer lemon, hazelnut and spice flavors. It's a complex wine that changes in interesting ways as it warms up in the glass.",Riverbench Vineyard,24,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kenneth Volk 2011 Riverbench Vineyard Albariño (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenneth-volk-2011-riverbench-vineyard-albarino-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Albariño,2011,Kenneth Volk 14.2,Red,US,"A very rich, ripe Pinot that merits its high score for the sheer California-ness of flavor. The fruit is enormously attractive with raspberries and cherries, yet fine tannins and acidity provide the balance needed to make it feel round and graceful in the mouth. Ready to drink now.",Santa Maria Cuvee,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kenneth Volk 2009 Santa Maria Cuvee Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenneth-volk-2009-santa-maria-cuvee-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Kenneth Volk 14.2,Red,US,"This Southern Rhône-style blend is half Mourvèdre, 32% Grenache and 18% Cinsault. It's a well-thought-out combination, with impressive minerality along with pretty berry and cherry fruit. Drink now or within the next five years.",Stone Tree SoRhô,33,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Helix by Reininger 2010 Stone Tree SoRhô Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helix-by-reininger-2010-stone-tree-sorho-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Helix by Reininger 12.8,Rose,US,"Great price for a blush wine this sophisticated. Lynmar manages to tame Syrah's power and exuberance into elegant sleekness, resulting in a dry, tart wine with vibrant raspberry, orange zest and vanilla richness.",Rosé of Syrah,20,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2012 Rosé of Syrah Rosé (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2012-rose-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Rosé,2012,Lynmar 14.5,Red,US,"It's really easy to like now for its rich black currant, cherry and chocolate flavors. The tannins are firm and ripe, and there's a lovely balance of acidity and oak. This is one of the best Martini Alexander Valley Cabs to date.",,30,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Louis M. Martini 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Louis M. Martini 13,Rose,France,"Full-bodied wine, with textured and layering tannins as well as red fruits. The wine has weight, a complex herbal and spice character as well as final fruitiness and tense acidity. A wine for aging over six months to a year.",Cuvée G,,90,Provence,Bandol,,Les Vignobles Gueissard 2012 Cuvée G Rosé (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-gueissard-2012-cuvee-g-rose-bandol/,Rosé,2012,Les Vignobles Gueissard 14,White,Italy,"This is an excellent Fiano from an up-and-coming producer in Lazio. Organic fruit is utilized in this bright, fragrant and rich wine. In the mouth, it tastes thick and smooth, and you can taste a bit of that warm sunshine from Central Italy.",Colle dei Marmi,45,90,Central Italy,Lazio,,Le Rose 2011 Colle dei Marmi Fiano (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-rose-2011-colle-marmi-italian-white-fiano-lazio/,Fiano,2011,Le Rose 13.5,Red,Italy,"Tre Saggi (“three wise men”) is a plush and rich, oak-driven Montepulciano designed by an Italian winemaker who is an absolute expert on barrel aging and oak toast. Dark chocolate, spice, clove and blackberry are presented in an incredibly soft and integrated fashion.",Tre Saggi,20,90,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Talamonti 2011 Tre Saggi (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talamonti-2011-tre-saggi-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2011,Talamonti 14,Red,US,"This is a sleek Malbec, adorned with generous baking spices around a firm core of wild blueberry fruit. It's brambly and attention-grabbing, with good length and a bit of dark chocolate in the finish.",Timley,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2010 Timley Malbec (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2010-timley-malbec-columbia-valley-yakima/,Malbec,2010,Stevens 13,White,US,"Stainless-steel fermented from 100-percent Lodi-grown Moscato Giallo grapes, Uvaggio's yearly dry Moscato is always a good value and great tasting. This one is layered with spice, but it's also very floral with a gentle imprint and a taste of ginger and lime.",Secco,14,90,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Uvaggio 2012 Secco Moscato Giallo (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/uvaggio-2012-secco-italian-white-moscato-giallo-central-valley-lodi/,Moscato Giallo,2012,Uvaggio 13.3,Red,US,"Best of show at Torii Mor in 2010, the Olson Estate bottling is full-bodied with brambly berry fruit at its core. Notes of pepper, poppy seed and tangy citrus are threaded throughout, and the wine has medium-term aging potential.",Olson Estate Vineyard,60,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Torii Mor 2010 Olson Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2010-olson-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Torii Mor 14.5,Red,US,"Super concentrated with blackberries and cherries, this is a fantastically ripe, jammy, fruity wine that pushes the boundaries of balance. Balance is fortunately provided in the way of soft, gentle tannins and a squeeze of acidity. Drink now.",Price Vineyard,65,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Envy 2010 Price Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envy-2010-price-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Envy 14.5,Red,Chile,"After a foxy, jumpy smelling bouquet with animal fur aromas and minerality, this six-grape blend settles and shows its better colors, namely ripe baked-fruit flavors, a whack of oaky vanilla and lastly a modest, smooth finish with just enough acidity to provide kick and pizzazz. Give this blocky, full-bodied blend time in the glass and it will reward you. Drink through 2018.",Coyam,34,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Emiliana 2010 Coyam Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2010-coyam-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Emiliana 14.5,Red,US,"Easton's small-production Barbera is tight, showcasing its mountain-grown fruit, and quite savory and leathery in style. With a backbone of blacker fruit than Cooper Ranch, it's earthy and ready for mushroom-laden pasta dishes or risotto.",Monarch Mine Vineyard,25,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Easton 2010 Monarch Mine Vineyard Barbera (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2010-monarch-mine-vineyard-barbera-sierra-foothills/,Barbera,2010,Easton 12.5,Rose,France,"Here is a bright, very textured wine, with a tangy character bringing out fennel as well as red berry flavors. Crisp and tight, this is a great food rosé.",Vie Vité Extraordinaire,28,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Sainte-Marie 2012 Vie Vité Extraordinaire Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sainte-marie-2012-vie-vite-extraordinaire-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Domaine Sainte-Marie 14.5,Red,US,"Rich and ripe, with Cabernet fruit swamping the mouth with jammy blackberries, cherries, currants and chocolate. As fruity as it is, it's well structured, with firm tannins and a fine edge of acidity. Beautiful to drink now, but give it some breathing time after opening, or decant.",,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Conn Creek 14,Red,Chile,"Pure, alluring aromas of minerally black fruits, lavender, cola, fir tree and pepper combine to form a highly inviting bouquet. This doesn't fall off in the mouth, where it's more fresh and bouncy than heavy. Flavors of dark berry fruits, herbs and chocolate end in a rich, grabby, textured finish. Drink this lusty but elegant Syrah now through 2016.",Marques de Casa Concha,22,90,Buin,,,Concha y Toro 2010 Marques de Casa Concha Syrah (Buin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2010-marques-casa-shiraz-syrah-syrah-buin/,Syrah,2010,Concha y Toro 12.5,White,Germany,"Lush flavors of preserved peach are touched with notes of savory herb, lanolin and blossom on this dry, but deeply penetrating Riesling. Bright lemon acidity shines through a textured, glycerine sheen on the palate, lingering long with a murmur of crushed slate and stone.",Erdener Prälat Alte Reben GG Trocken,50,90,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2010 Erdener Prälat Alte Reben GG Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2010-erdener-pralat-alte-reben-gg-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Loosen 9.5,White,Germany,"Honeyed lemon and white floral notes are bright,brisk and breezy on the nose and palate of this exceptionally refreshing off-dry Riesling. It's nervy with acidity and steely minerality, with a delicate spritz that gives the palate extra effervescence and vibe.",H,17,90,Mosel,,,Dr. Hermann 2011 H Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-hermann-2011-h-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. Hermann 14.5,Red,US,"100% Wallula Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, this first vintage from Den Hoed was held for almost a full nine years before its release. It shows its age with dried cherries and raisins accented by medicine cabinet notes. The palate is in full bloom with rich, rounded flavors and chalky tannins leading to a cranberry filled finish. For people interested in seeing what aged wine tastes like, they've done the work for you here.",Andreas Cabernet Sauvignon,80,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Den Hoed 2004 Andreas Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/den-hoed-2004-andreas-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Den Hoed 14,White,Chile,"Despite hot conditions in 2012, this manages to deliver pungent aromas of nettle, green herbs, passion fruit and pink grapefruit. It's clear and straightforward in the mouth, with passion fruit, lychee, lime and tangerine flavors. A long finish holds off on the bitterness while maintaining exuberance and pop.",Pequeñas Producciones Estate Bottled,36,90,Casablanca Valley,,,Casas del Bosque 2012 Pequeñas Producciones Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casas-bosque-2012-pequenas-producciones-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Casas del Bosque 14.5,Red,Italy,"Thanks to the super tight and astringent tannins that are present in the Sagrantino grape, you'll want to pair this Umbrian red with succulent steak or a thick slab of aged pecorino. Powerful and bold, it delivers hearty aromas of exotic spice and dark fruit followed by rock-firm structure.",,50,90,Central Italy,Montefalco Sagrantino,,Perticaia 2008 Montefalco Sagrantino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perticaia-2008-italian-red-sagrantino-montefalco-sagrantino/,Sagrantino,2008,Perticaia 14.8,Red,US,"This Cab Franc is very delicious for its soft cherry pie and oak flavors. The tannins are pure Napa— thick, rich and detailed. Easy to like it now with a smoky grilled steak.",Reserve,105,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Peju 2009 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2009-reserve-cabernet-franc-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Peju 12,White,Germany,"While elegantly fruity with hints of fresh peach and apple, this dry, mineral-focused Riesling showcases a lean, intensely linear profile. Brisk and revitalizing,it gains texture and astringency on the finish with hints of lanolin and lime pith.",Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr GG Trocken,65,90,Mosel,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2010 Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr GG Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2010-brauneberger-juffer-sonnenuhr-gg-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 14.9,Red,US,"Cedarville's estate-grown, Priorat-inspired blend of 45% Grenache, 30% Syrah and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, is well made and inclined to age. It's still soft and oaky with a hint of leathery cassis and game. Imagine a Spanish fiesta for this food-friendly wine.",Turnabout's,39,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Fair Play,Cedarville 2010 Turnabout's Red (Fair Play),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedarville-vineyard-2010-turnabouts-grenache-blend-sierra-foothills-fair-play/,Grenache Blend,2010,Cedarville 12.5,White,Spain,"This is an ideal summer white. It's light but crisp on the bouquet, with whispy pear, apple and citrus aromas. Freshness reigns on the palate despite there being pulpy citrus flavors. Another wave of citrus carries the clear finish to a precise ending. Delicious white wine.",Abadia de San Campio,20,90,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Terras Gauda 2012 Abadia de San Campio Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terras-gauda-2012-abadia-san-campio-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2012,Terras Gauda 14.3,White,US,"Another fine Chardonnay from this producer. It's typical of the vineyard, showing intensely concentrated tropical and citrus fruit and green apple flavors, enhanced with mouthwatering acidity. Vertical tastings of this bottling show its ability to slowly evolve in the bottle over as much as eight years.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,42,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Talbott 2011 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2011-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Talbott 14,Red,Italy,"Kudos is an oak-driven blend of Montepulciano and Merlot that delivers lush richness and modern tones of black fruit, chocolate, cinnamon spice and clove. The close is soft, long and velvety.",Kudos,25,90,Central Italy,Colline Pescaresi,,Talamonti 2009 Kudos Red (Colline Pescaresi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talamonti-2009-kudos-red-colline-pescaresi/,Red Blend,2009,Talamonti 14.4,Red,US,"Tasted pre-release, this is clearly ready for prime time. It's both compact and generous, with a core of wild berries soaked in minerals. The words lucid and crystalline come to mind—rarely applied to a red wine, let alone Cab Franc.",StevensFranc,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2010 StevensFranc Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2010-stevensfranc-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Stevens 8.5,White,Germany,"Savory dried-herb notes and dusty, crushed-stone minerality add tones of elegance to sunny, sweet tangerine and quince flavors on this lithesome little Riesling. Bursting with fresh fruit and acidity, it's a refreshingly easy quaffer with surprising dimension.",Scharzhoferger Spätlese,30,90,Mosel,,,Bischöfliche Weingüter Trier 2011 Scharzhoferger Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bischofliche-weinguter-trier-2011-scharzhoferger-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Bischöfliche Weingüter Trier 14.3,Red,Chile,"This big, muscular wine opens with a tidal wave of oaky coconut and vanilla aromas matched against tar, eucalyptus and brushy blackberry. The palate smacks down with tannic bite, while the midlevel is a bit amorphous. Plum, berry, carob and leafy flavors set up an oaky, herbal, saucy tasting finish. Drink now through 2018.",Gold Reserve,50,90,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2009 Gold Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2009-gold-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Carmen 13.5,Red,France,"This wine, produced by the team of Château du Glana, is big, bold, solid and very firmly structured. With weight, richness, black plum skins and dark tannins, it's a fine wine for aging, so give it at least 6–7 years.",Terre du Lion,75,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château du Glana 2010 Terre du Lion (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-glana-2010-terre-lion-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château du Glana 13.5,Red,France,"Satisfyingly ripe wine, now approaching maturity. It has just the right weight from the black currant fruits, the more mature leather texture and the firm tannins that give a dry core. The wine could age for several more years, but is ready to drink now.",,30,90,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Blaye,,Château Crusquet de Lagarcie 2008 Premieres Côtes de Blaye,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-crusquet-lagarcie-2008-red-premieres-cotes-blaye/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Crusquet de Lagarcie 13.5,Red,France,"Modern style of wine, with hints of polished wood, mint flavors and a strong sense of structure. Along with the blackberry fruit, still showing no signs of age, the wine has concentration and elegance. It's a wine for more aging over another 4–5 years.",Les Ailes du Moulin,70,90,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Blaye,,Château Moulin de Grillet 2005 Les Ailes du Moulin (Premieres Côtes de Blaye),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moulin-grillet-2005-ailes-red-premieres-cotes-blaye/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Moulin de Grillet 12.5,Rose,France,The top rosé cuvée from Léoube is full and rich. Find its generous red plum and berry fruits well encased in a complex structure. A touch of vanilla goes well with the final acidity.,Secret de Léoube,27,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Léoube 2012 Secret de Léoube Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoube-2012-secret-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château Léoube 14.7,Red,US,"This Cabernet shows the winery's signature style of massively extracted, ripe black currant, plum and chocolate flavors with elaborate oak. The finish is thoroughly dry, long and spicy. This is a flashy, showy wine, but it's in somewhat of a slumber right now. Give it another few years to wake up.",Mountain Road Reserve,45,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2009 Mountain Road Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2009-mountain-road-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Vina Robles 13.5,Red,France,"With vines in the Verdon region in the north of Provence, Château Thuerry has produced an exemplary Bordeaux blend, firmly tannic and packed with black currant fruit. It's ageworthy and worth keeping for a few more years.",L'Exception,27,90,Provence,Coteaux de Verdon,,Château Thuerry 2008 L'Exception Red (Coteaux de Verdon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-thuerry-2008-lexception-red-coteaux-verdon/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Thuerry 14.5,Red,Chile,"This absurdly priced Carmenère is always one of Chile's best, and this vintage is just fine, with cherry, cassis, graphite, herb and eucalyptus-like green aromas. The palate is chunky and round in feel, with solid acidity and plump, herbal flavors of berry fruits, olive and spice. But what justifies a $235 price tag? You can be the judge.",Kai,235,90,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2010 Kai Carmenère (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2010-kai-carmenere-aconcagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Errazuriz 9,White,Germany,"There's so much sweet fruit intensity to this lip-smackingly tasty Riesling. Simultaneously, it's brisk and bright on the palate with bristling tangerine acidity and a hint of fresh herbal tones on the finish.",Estate Collection Auslese,29,90,Mosel,,,Eifel-Pfeiffer 2011 Estate Collection Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eifel-pfeiffer-2011-estate-collection-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Eifel-Pfeiffer 14.5,Red,Chile,"This is classic Chilean Cabernet. It's intense in color, with herb, graphite, licorice and blackberry aromas. The palate is solid, maybe a touch tannic, with oaky, beefy flavors of black fruits, anise and herbs. A solid-feeling, wholesome finish with modest complexity is the final act. Drink now through 2020.",Limited Edition,25,90,Central Valley,,,Echeverria 2009 Limited Edition Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2009-limited-edition-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Echeverria 12.9,White,US,"Clean, vibrant in acidity and ripe in fruit, with lemon and lime flavors accented with a hit of green gooseberries. The finish is totally dry and stimulating. The cool 2012 vintage has given this wine elegance, making it a another value after the 2010 and 2011.",,20,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Long Meadow Ranch 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-meadow-ranch-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Long Meadow Ranch 13.5,Red,Spain,"This is a very nice aged Rioja with baked, earthy aromas of spice along with dried raspberry and plum. The mouthfeel is clean and solid in a normal, easy way, while flavors of plum and berry fruits carry notes of coconut and vanilla. A mild, warm, lightly baked finish cements this wine's status. Drink now.",Gran Reserva,33,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Vitoria 2004 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-vitoria-2004-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Marqués de Vitoria 13.5,White,Italy,"“I am Gaia, I am not Lucrezia” is a fantastical expression of Pecorino (an exciting native variety found in Central Italy) that shows extreme sophistication and balance with bright aromas of peach, melon and lemon curd. The wine is soft and round on the long finish.",Io sono Gaia non sono Lucrezia,29,90,Central Italy,Offida Pecorino,,Le Caniette 2010 Io sono Gaia non sono Lucrezia (Offida Pecorino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-caniette-2010-io-sono-gaia-non-sono-lucrezia-italian-white-pecorino-offida-pecorino/,Pecorino,2010,Le Caniette 14,Rose,US,"This is an unusual blend of Grenache and Pinot Noir, which are not often combined, neither in California nor in France. The winemaker is Jess Pisoni, and he has crafted a highly likeable blush. Pale in color and delicate in the mouth, it has ever-so-slightly lush flavors of orange tea, peaches and vanilla. The acidity is wonderful.",,15,90,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Luli 2012 Rosé (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luli-2012-rose-central-coast/,Rosé,2012,Luli 14.8,Red,US,"Fields Family shows its versatility with this wine, excelling at not only Syrah and Zinfandel but Tempranillo, too, all grown and produced in Lodi. This one has plenty of smooth, silky mouthfeel amid layers of bright red fruit and smoky vanilla.",,22,90,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Fields Family 2010 Tempranillo (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fields-family-2010-tempranillo-central-valley-lodi/,Tempranillo,2010,Fields Family 13.5,Red,Italy,"Montiano is one of Italy's iconic expressions of Merlot made by Riccardo Cotarella and his family. The wine is richly textured and soft with focused aromas of black cherry, espresso bean, black olive and soft suede. Despite the obvious heft and density of the mouthfeel, there's just enough acidity to energize the palate.",Montiano,,90,Central Italy,Lazio,,Falesco 2009 Montiano Merlot (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falesco-2009-montiano-merlot-lazio/,Merlot,2009,Falesco 13,Rose,France,"A full, earthy, warm wine that has a strong herbal character as well as rich caramel and red fruits. It has a rare density for a rosé, textured and ripe. Try aging this wine for a few months.",Cuvée de l'Aubigue,14,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine les Fouques 2012 Cuvée de l'Aubigue Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fouques-2012-cuvee-laubigue-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Domaine les Fouques 14,Red,Chile,"Even if this Cab shows eucalyptus on the nose along with asphalt and olive aromas, the bouquet is complex and true as far as high-end Chilean Cabs go. A saturated, syrupy body reflects a hot vintage, while baked flavors of earthy fruits, beef soup and chocolate qualify as stewy but tasty. A warm, flat finish says drink this Cabernet sooner rather than later.",,60,90,Maipo Valley,,,Domus Aurea 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domus-aurea-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Domus Aurea 12.5,Rose,France,"Full in the mouth, this is a tight, caramel and red fruit flavored wine. It has tang and a textured character that suggests a light amount of tannin. With this nervy, mineral character, the wine could do with some aging. so wait a few months.",Clos Mireille,46,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaines Ott 2012 Clos Mireille Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-ott-2012-clos-mireille-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Domaines Ott 14.2,White,US,"A welcome addition to the Bunchgrass lineup, this white Bordeaux-style blend is one third barrel-fermented Semillon, two thirds tank-fermented Sauvignon Blanc. The ripe and textural fruit still shows a lightly yeasty character, along with highlights of honey graham cracker.",Whispering Owl,24,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bunchgrass 2011 Whispering Owl White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunchgrass-2011-whispering-owl-white-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Bunchgrass 14.4,Red,US,"This is a very good price for a Zinfandel this fine. It's fairly delicate in mouthfeel for a Zin, with a light silkiness, and the tannin-acid architecture is elegant. As for the actual flavors, they're intense in red fruits, currants, sweet licorice and pepper. Hard to imagine a better wine for drinking over the next few years with barbecue.",Estate,25,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Balletto 2009 Estate Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balletto-2009-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Balletto 13.5,Red,US,"A solid Amador County Primitivo from a consistently good producer that is subtle with bright red and blue fruit with a layer of mint and earthy cedar. Well crafted, it tastes light and soft from start to finish.",Indian Creek Vineyard,24,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Andis 2011 Indian Creek Vineyard Primitivo (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andis-2011-indian-creek-vineyard-zinfandel-primitivo-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Primitivo,2011,Andis 13.5,Rose,France,"Full, rich wine, both fruity and ripely textured. The wine has weight and concentrated red fruits, with a touch of citrus. Typically dry, its richness makes it seem soft, rounded and for food.",,,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château de Pourcieux 2012 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pourcieux-2012-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château de Pourcieux 14,Red,France,"Belcier is on the slope that continues east from Saint-Émilion. With this provenance, this single vineyard wine offers rich Merlot to go with the more structured Cabernet fruit. It has weight, the wood well judged and supporting the ripe fruit flavors. Age this wine for at least five years.",B de Belcier,40,90,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Belcier 2010 B de Belcier (Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belcier-2010-b-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Belcier 15,Red,US,"A pure Petite Sirah from 36-year-old vines grown in decomposed granite soil, this Cedarville bottling is appropriately purple-black in color, and rich with milk chocolate and licorice flavor. It's soft with juicy tannins, and boasts a long, luxurious finish. It'll sit quietly in the cellar for 10–15 years, if not longer, a commanding study in the evolved beauty of Petite Sirah.",Naylor Vineyard,27,90,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Cedarville 2010 Naylor Vineyard Petite Sirah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedarville-vineyard-2010-naylor-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Petite Sirah,2010,Cedarville 14.2,Red,US,"Polished and pretty, this Merlot delivers plenty of juicy cherry, red currant, mocha and toast flavors that are lovely to drink now. The wine is smooth and softly tannic—just what you want Merlot to be.",,17,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Chelsea Goldschmidt 2011 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chelsea-goldschmidt-2011-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2011,Chelsea Goldschmidt 13.9,Red,US,"This is a good value for a sophisticated Merlot from Napa Valley. It's not an ager, but it's delightful now for its dryness, smooth tannins and complex cherry and red currant flavors with hints of herbs and sweet peas.",,19,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Parcel 41 2011 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parcel-41-2011-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2011,Parcel 41 13.5,Red,Austria,"From the Heideboden vineyard, this mineral, structured wine has serious, dark fruits and an initial austerity. Spice, firm tannins and a dark character offer the potential for aging over a good few years–give it at least 4. Screwcap.",Heideboden,17,88,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 2011 Heideboden Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-hans-und-christine-2011-heideboden-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2011,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 13.5,Red,France,"The second wine of Château Chauvin is a structured, perfumed wine with its high proportion of Cabernet Franc giving much of its potential richness and spice. The tannins are solid and will always show well as an integral part of this complex wine.",Vieux Château Chauvin,75,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Chauvin 2011 Vieux Château Chauvin (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chauvin-2011-vieux-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Chauvin 12.5,White,Austria,"The Sandgrube vineyard is one of the larger vineyards in the Krems area, well exposed to the Danube river. This Grüner is soft, finely formed, with a youthful texture that gives a mineral tang. Keep this wine for a year. Screwcap.",Kremser Sandgrube,11,88,Niederösterreich,,,Winzer Krems 2012 Kremser Sandgrube Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2012-kremser-sandgrube-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Winzer Krems 14,Red,Italy,This is a boldly extracted and concentrated expression of Sangiovese (with 10% of the Bursona Longanesi grape) that delivers steady and bold oak aromas. The wood influences are almost too much but will surely integrate as the wine ages in the bottle. Beyond all that spice and toast is a solid core of black berry fruit and prune.,Tauleto,75,88,Central Italy,Rubicone,,Umberto Cesari 2005 Tauleto Sangiovese (Rubicone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umberto-cesari-2005-tauleto-sangiovese-rubicone/,Sangiovese,2005,Umberto Cesari 8.5,White,Germany,"This is bright and citrusy on the nose and palate with a distinctly chalky minerality and delicate, almost lacy, mouthfeel. It's lean and focused with fresh lemon acidity and zest notes that extend on the finish.",Ayer Kupp Spätlese,29,88,Mosel,,,Bischöfliche Weingüter Trier 2011 Ayer Kupp Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bischofliche-weinguter-trier-2011-ayer-kupp-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Bischöfliche Weingüter Trier 14.3,Red,US,"This is a darkly colored, rich wine that's uniquely savory. It floods the mouth with raspberry and cherry jam, mocha and sweet oak flavors. Best for drinking soon.",,40,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Lucia 2011 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucia-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Lucia 12,White,France,"Full in style, this is a lemon-scented, peach-flavored wine. It has some richness to it both from the ripe fruit and the textured acidity that gives a tight tang to the aftertaste. The needs to age for a year. Screwcap.",,12,87,Bordeaux,Entre-Deux-Mers,,Château La Rose du Pin 2012 Entre-Deux-Mers,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rose-pin-2012-white-entre-deux-mers/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château La Rose du Pin 14,White,US,"A textured and layered Lake County SB that's rich, but savory in style. With a big mouthfeel and tropical taste, pair with richer fare, like crab or lobster in butter.",Asbill Valley,16,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Six Sigma Ranch 2012 Asbill Valley Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-sigma-ranch-2012-asbill-valley-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Six Sigma Ranch 14.9,Red,US,"Kimmel's Merlot is satisfying in dark cherry, vanilla and a streak of toasted coconut. Its finish is long and textured, and the wine should have a lengthy shelf life of 3–7 years more at least.",,38,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Kimmel 2010 Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kimmel-2010-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,2010,Kimmel 12.5,Rose,France,"Crisp, tautly textured wine dominated by its zesty acidity and raspberry flavors. The wine is clean and fruity. It is an immediate hit with its lively final freshness.",,25,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Roubine 2012 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roubine-2012-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château Roubine 14.1,Red,US,"The structure is just fine, with graceful tannins and acidity, and the alcohol is fairly modest. The flavors are lovely, too, suggesting cherries and red currants. But they turn a little hollow mid-palate, and finish quick. Drink up.",,48,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,DARE by Viader 2011 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dare-by-viader-2011-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2011,DARE by Viader 13.5,Red,US,"The 2010 Select is a step ahead of Torii Mor's single vineyard offerings, but holds to the common thread of hard, tart, tight wines with little flesh on their bones. Here the raspberry and strawberry fruit pokes through the herbs and tannins enough to warrant drinking sooner while waiting for the others to (possibly) soften up.",Dundee Hills Select,45,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Torii Mor 2010 Dundee Hills Select Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2010-dundee-hills-select-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Torii Mor 13.5,White,US,"This is dry, but lushly fruity, with sour-candy pineapple, lemon, lime and white-sugar flavors leading to a clean finish. This bottling for Silverado has been variable over the years, but worth checking out.",Miller Ranch Estate Grown,22,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2012 Miller Ranch Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2012-miller-ranch-estate-grown-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Silverado 14.5,Red,Chile,"This is dark in color and compact on the nose, with can't-miss aromas of herbal berry, mint, rootiness and chocolate. The palate feels good and fresh, with oak-based flavors of berry fruits that smack down with firm tannins in front of an oaky, medium-long finish.",Gran Reserva de Los Andes,15,87,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2010 Gran Reserva de Los Andes Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2010-gran-reserva-los-andes-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Santa Alicia 13,White,Italy,"Known for some of Italy's most beautiful sand beaches, you might not consider the resort area of Sabaudia (in the Lazio region) a farming area for Sauvignon grapes. Despite the disconnect, this wine brings together territory and variety with ripe aromas of exotic fruit, peach and subtle tones of seashell and sulphur.",Vigne del Borgo,15,87,Central Italy,Lazio,,Villa Gianna 2011 Vigne del Borgo Sauvignon (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-gianna-2011-vigne-borgo-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-lazio/,Sauvignon,2011,Villa Gianna 14.5,Red,US,"Tempting in raspberry, vanilla and spice, Wood's Clone 30 Cabernet Sauvignon is fully formed, rich, and slightly oaky with a finish of tobacco pipe.",Clone 30,36,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wood Family Vineyards 2010 Clone 30 Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wood-family-2010-clone-30-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Wood Family Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"This is a straightforward Merlot with herbal aromatics, oaky tannins and a layering of quiet raspberry and spice. Well priced for the quality and food-friendly nature of this wine.",Sandstone Estate,15,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2010 Sandstone Estate Merlot (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2010-sandstone-estate-merlot-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Merlot,2010,Wente 13.7,Red,US,"There's plenty of toasty oak flavor (the wine spent 27 months in barrel) along with pretty raspberry and cherry fruit. Dark notes come in with the tannins—smoke and char, along with a coconut kick to the finish.",Estate Grown,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Estate 2009 Estate Grown Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-estate-2009-grown-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2009,Gordon Estate 13.7,Red,US,"This new cuvée is 60% Malbec, 35% Syrah and the rest Merlot. It seems to have been given extra barrel time, and the overpowering and heavy toast scents and flavors dominate. The raspberry fruit flavors are somewhat buried as a result, and the wine seems over-matched. But more bottle age may help to open it up.",Decadence,50,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Estate 2009 Decadence Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-estate-2009-decadence-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2009,Gordon Estate 18.7,Dessert,US,"Very sweet, with white sugar, raspberry, chocolate and sweet vanilla bean flavors, enriched with the glycerine of high alcohol. There's fine acidity and tannins, yet the fruity concentration falls short. Drink up.",Late Harvest Estate,20,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gustafson Family 2010 Late Harvest Estate Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustafson-family-2010-late-harvest-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Gustafson Family 13.5,Red,Chile,"With a ruby color and loud aromas of berry fruits, vanilla and graphite, this value Syrah pumps up the volume with plenty of berry fruit, mild buttery oak, herbal hints and wiry acidity. This is more generic than “varietal,” and it's juicy, bright and clean.",Natura,11,87,Rapel Valley,,,Emiliana 2011 Natura Syrah (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2011-natura-shiraz-syrah-syrah-rapel-valley/,Syrah,2011,Emiliana 13,Red,Italy,Emidio Pepe is an iconic leader of the organic and natural wine movement in Italy. This meaty Montepulciano d'Abruzzo shows some aromas of rubber and Band-Aid followed by polished cherry fruit. A soft and velvety mouthfeel is followed by cured meat and bresaola.,,78,87,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Emidio Pepe 2003 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emidio-pepe-2003-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2003,Emidio Pepe 12.5,White,Italy,"The cool climate of Italy's mountainous north has shaped the crisp aromas of this well crafted Pinot Bianco. Pear, golden delicious apple and apricot open the bouquet and the wine is soft and smooth in the mouth.",,14,87,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 2011 Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-2011-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2011,Elena Walch 13.5,White,Austria,"Soft and fruity wine with flavors of bananas, pineapple and crisper acidity. There is a lively essence of lemon flavor that shows brightly through the riper texture. Drink this wine now and over the next year. Screwcap.",,,87,Burgenland,,,Höpler 2012 Pinot Blanc (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopler-2012-pinot-blanc-burgenland/,Pinot Blanc,2012,Höpler 13,White,Austria,"Tangy orange zest and lime are the dominant flavors of this bright, refreshing wine. There's almost a spritz here, very fruity, crisp, finishing with spice and pepper. Screwcap.",,,87,Burgenland,,,Höpler 2012 Grüner Veltliner (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopler-2012-gruner-veltliner-burgenland/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Höpler 11.5,White,Austria,"Deliciously refreshing, peach and apricot flavored wine. It is soft while also crisp, bright and fruity. There's a refreshing lemon zest tang to finish. Screwcap.",Veltliner No 1,,87,Niederösterreich,,,Hirsch 2010 Veltliner No 1 Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hirsch-2010-veltliner-no-1-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Hirsch 13.6,Red,US,"Good, but something of a letdown after the previous two vintages. Could it be the unusually chilly weather in 2011? The wine is delicately structured and dry, with crisp acidity framing subtle cherry and cranberry flavors. But it's a little lacking in depth. Drink now.",Appellation Series,25,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Healdsburg Ranches 2011 Appellation Series Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/healdsburg-ranches-2011-appellation-series-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Healdsburg Ranches 14.6,Red,US,"Soft and easy, with ripe, fruity cherry jam, cassis, mocha and spice flavors. The tannins are strong, and may give the wine some ageability, but you're better off drinking it soon.",,40,87,California,California Other,California,Hawks View 2010 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawks-view-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2010,Hawks View 14.5,Red,US,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot is assertive with black currant and chocolate flavors, but saved from being a fruit bomb by intricate tannins and a nice hit of acidity. The fleshy fruitiness is best enjoyed now.",Fifty/Fifty,85,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2010 Fifty/Fifty Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2010-fifty-fifty-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2010,Peju 14.1,White,US,"This is just the second varietal bottling of Marsanne—single vineyard at that—from McCrea. Firm and fleshy, with clear melon flavors, it shows a dash of cinnamon along the way. The finish brings on graham cracker accents, though only neutral oak was used.",Boushey Vineyard,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea Cellars 2010 Boushey Vineyard Marsanne (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-cellars-2010-boushey-vineyard-marsanne-columbia-valley-yakima/,Marsanne,2010,McCrea Cellars 14.2,Red,US,"A very good Merlot, representing a huge increase in quality over the 2008, and a return to the charms of the 2007. It's ripe and tasty in fruit, currants and sweet oak, and earns extra points for the fine structure. Ready now.",,38,87,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 2009 Merlot (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/materra-2009-merlot-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Merlot,2009,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 14.7,Red,US,"Wine doesn't get much more specific than this single block, single clone 100% Cabernet Franc from Weinbau Vineyard. Unfortunately the wood (100% new French) gets in the way of the herb, cherry, and floral aromas and flavors.",Weinbau Vineyard Block 13 Clone 2,52,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Revelry 2010 Weinbau Vineyard Block 13 Clone 2 Cabernet Franc (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/revelry-2010-weinbau-vineyard-block-13-clone-2-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Revelry 14.7,Red,US,"Dusted Valley puts out a number of Syrahs, with this being the first to be released from each vintage. Young and grapey, it's got good fruit flavors, with suggestions of plum and berry. The tart acids bring a wash of citrus that lifts the finish.",Stained Tooth,32,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2011 Stained Tooth Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2011-stained-tooth-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2011,Dusted Valley 13,Rose,France,"Round and soft, this is a generous, full-bodied rosé. It has the right fruitiness and acidity although its main thrust is toward weight and richness. Given this character, this is a rosé for food.",Cuvée Lampe de Méduse,30,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Sainte Roseline 2012 Cuvée Lampe de Méduse Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-roseline-2012-cuvee-lampe-meduse-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château Sainte Roseline 13,White,Italy,An intensely spicy bouquet with exotic fruit tones and freshly milled white pepper sets the tone for this pretty Pecorino. The mouthfeel is driven by round yellow fruit and apricot.,,15,87,Central Italy,Colli Aprutini,,San Lorenzo 2011 Pecorino (Colli Aprutini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-lorenzo-2011-italian-white-pecorino-colli-aprutini/,Pecorino,2011,San Lorenzo 13.5,Red,Italy,"Montepulciano Castronovo is a soft and layered wine with strata of black cherry, chocolate, spice and tobacco. The wine is loaded up with wood spice aromas followed by thick density on the close.",Castronovo,,87,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,San Lorenzo 2010 Castronovo (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-lorenzo-2010-castronovo-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2010,San Lorenzo 13.5,Red,Italy,"This red blend from Central Italy shows thick concentration and an inky dark appearance that is enhanced by ripe aromas of prune, blackberry jam, plum and tobacco. This is a dark, rustic and hearty red wine with a dense, velvety texture.",Vigna Monteprandone,,87,Central Italy,Rosso Piceno,,Saladini Pilastri 2010 Vigna Monteprandone (Rosso Piceno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saladini-pilastri-2010-vigna-monteprandone-red-rosso-piceno/,Red Blend,2010,Saladini Pilastri 14.5,Red,US,"The wine is equally sharp, with a spicy blend of Bordeaux grapes that show brambly berry adorned with highlights of pine needle and a thread of smoke. It would be no surprise if this aged quite well for up to a decade, but it's priced for near-term enjoyment.",YesOuiSiJa,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2010 YesOuiSiJa Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2010-yesouisija-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Stevens 12,White,Spain,"Year in and year out, this around where this wine shakes out. The nose is clean and nice for an under-$10 white, with minerality and fresh white-fruit aromas. A light, focused palate offers up green melon, apple, herb and white pepper flavors in front of a crisp finish. This varietal Viura outperforms its price.",,9,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2012 Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2012-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2012,Marqués de Cáceres 13.5,Red,Spain,"Heavy berry, leather, mint and oak aromas show a bit of stalkiness in front of a regular feeling palate with mossy, earthy berry flavors. A chunky, savory tasting finish with fresh acidity and length keeps things moving in a positive direction.",Crianza,16,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Loriñon 2010 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorinon-2010-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2010,Loriñon 13.6,Rose,US,"This is a charming wine–gentle and silky and soft. The pink ""eye of the partridge"" color is especially pretty. The flavors are a fruity and ripe, suggesting strawberries. A great summer wine that will pair well with lots of slightly sweet foods.",Gesture Grenache,18,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2011 Gesture Grenache Rosé (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2011-gesture-grenache-rose-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rosé,2011,J. Lohr 13,Red,US,"It's not clear what differentiates this cuvée from the winery's Acrobat bottling. Both are Oregon AVA blends and produced in large (for Oregon) quantities. The Signature is a light, delicate wine, with tangy cranberry/cherry fruit and details of stem and herb.",Signature Collection,27,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2011 Signature Collection Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2011-signature-collection-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,King Estate 14.2,White,US,"Ripe and oaky, this will appeal to those who love their Chards voluptuous. It's strong in buttered toast, caramelized wood, sweet-and-sour pineapple candy and lemondrop flavors.",North Highlands' Cuvée,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Manzoni 2011 North Highlands' Cuvée Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzoni-2011-north-highlands-cuvee-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Manzoni 14,Red,Chile,"Initial medicinal, plastic aromas give way to rubber, carob and herbal berry scents. The palate is round and easygoing, with blueberry, blackberry and herbal flavors. An oak-based finish with chocolate, normal acidity and good but modest dark-fruit flavors closes this out.",Maucho Reserva,15,87,Maule Valley,,,Viña Casas Patronales 2010 Maucho Reserva Malbec (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-patronales-2010-maucho-reserva-malbec-maule-valley/,Malbec,2010,Viña Casas Patronales 14.3,White,US,"Sweetly fruity and brisk in acidity, this Chardonnay shows savory pineapple, orange and mango flavors that taste like an upscale fruit-juice drink. Oak gives it a toasty, buttery note, while the alcohol brings warmth and full-bodiedness.",Kali Hart,20,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Talbott 2011 Kali Hart Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2011-kali-hart-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2011,Talbott 13,Red,Italy,"Here's an excellent value from Central Italy. This plush and rich Montepulciano shows soft fruit and cherry surrounded by very spicy and savory notes of nutmeg, cardomam and turmeric. It would pair nicely with meat sauce, ground beef or meatloaf.",Modà,11,87,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Talamonti 2011 Modà (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talamonti-2011-moda-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2011,Talamonti 15.2,Red,US,"A very nice interpretation of Dry Creek Zin, this is full bodied, rich in alcohol and briary. It shows ripe flavors of berries, currants, anise and spices, wrapped into firm tannins, and finishing with hints of caramel.",Reserve,24,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rancho Zabaco 2011 Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2011-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Rancho Zabaco 14,Red,Chile,"Pushy, forceful aromas of vanilla and oak blend with berry and spice notes. The palate is quietly full bodied, with plum and spice flavors in front of a toasty, dry, nicely oaked finish. For a lively, nervy wine, this is honest and good.",Reserva Especial Sibaris,16,87,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2011 Reserva Especial Sibaris Pinot Noir (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2011-reserva-especial-sibaris-pinot-noir-maipo-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Undurraga 13,Red,Italy,There's a soft and plush side to this edition of Moma that comes forward thanks to the extra cinnamon spice and vanilla present on the bouquet. Red berry fruit and cherry add a note of freshness to the finish.,Moma,19,87,Central Italy,Rubicone,,Umberto Cesari 2011 Moma Red (Rubicone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umberto-cesari-2011-moma-red-rubicone/,Red Blend,2011,Umberto Cesari 13,Red,Italy,Here is a steady and clean expression of Sangiovese that delivers steady pulses of cherry and oak spice with smaller doses of cola and licorice at the back. The wine is dark and concentrated with a touch of sourness in the mouth.,Riserva,21,87,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna,,Umberto Cesari 2008 Riserva (Sangiovese di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umberto-cesari-2008-riserva-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna/,Sangiovese,2008,Umberto Cesari 13,Red,Italy,"This expression of Montepulciano opens with a good deal of spice and chocolate backed by cherry and plum. The tones are simple and well-defined, making this a great value wine for homemade meat sauce and pasta.",Montipagano,12,87,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Umani Ronchi 2011 Montipagano (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umani-ronchi-2011-montipagano-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2011,Umani Ronchi 12,White,Austria,"A field blend that's an Austrian tradition. It's a delicious, precocious mouth full with its apple acidity and fresh pink grapefruit flavors. It's a pleasure to drink now as an aperitif wine. Screwcap.",Gemischter Satz,,87,Südoststeiermark,,,Neumeister 2011 Gemischter Satz White (Südoststeiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neumeister-2011-gemischter-satz-white-blend-austrian-sudoststeiermark/,Austrian white blend,2011,Neumeister 14,Red,Spain,"With savory, leafy, balsamic aromas, this is good but sedentary on the nose. In the mouth, it's full but a little flat, with a mild pulse and meaty, balsamic flavors of earthy berry and prune. A short, earthy finish closes it out.",Gran Reserva,40,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marques de Tomares 2001 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-tomares-2001-gran-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2001,Marques de Tomares 14.5,Red,US,"This wine is direct and candied, with cherry and raspberry jam and and sweet oak flavors, but brightened with crisp acidity. A very good Pinot, but pricey for the quality. Keep in mind that this is not one of Rochioli's vineyard-designated bottlings.",,79,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J. Rochioli 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rochioli-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,J. Rochioli 15.8,Red,US,"Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, this complex wine offers layers of blackberries, black currants, blueberries and sweet oak. The tannins are smooth, and the acidity just fine. The overall impression is a little ripe and obvious in its appeals, but it does have a certain fanciness.",Cuvée PAU,50,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2008 Cuvée PAU Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2008-cuvee-pau-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,J. Lohr ,Red,Chile,"With distinct aromas of field herbs, asphalt, gritty mineral, herbal berry and burnt toast, this is a challenging blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Carmenère and Petit Verdot. The palate hits hard with aggressive tannins and abrasive acidity, while flavors of baked black fruits and coconut announce loud oak. This finishes hard and gritty, with a mule's kick.",,80,87,Cachapoal Valley,,,Altaïr 2008 Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altair-2008-red-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2008,Altaïr 13.5,Red,Italy,"Notturno is an easy-drinking Sangiovese that delivers ripe fruit, prune and a dark garnet color. There's a darker, flatter and bolder quality to the grape farmed in the Forlì area of Emilia-Romagna compared to the same grape in Tuscany.",Notturno,17,87,Central Italy,Forlì,,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza 2010 Notturno Sangiovese (Forlì),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drei-dona-tenuta-palazza-2010-notturno-sangiovese-forli/,Sangiovese,2010,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza 14.5,Red,Italy,This is a standard Cabernet Sauvignon that sees oak aging for added layers of spice and toast. At the core is a solid base of red fruit and blackberry with easy endnotes of licorice and dried spice.,Magnificat,38,87,Central Italy,Forlì,,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza 2008 Magnificat Cabernet Sauvignon (Forlì),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drei-dona-tenuta-palazza-2008-magnificat-cabernet-sauvignon-forli/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza 14.5,Red,US,"This Cab may be in a bit of a dip. It's awkward, with a sharp, edgy mouthfeel, and as the wine ages, raisin notes creep forward. Still, kudos to Ehret for holding the wine back for so long, as it does possess a certain complexity.",,34,87,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Ehret 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehret-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Ehret 14.9,Red,US,"It's all about ripe, jammy blackberries, cherries and dark chocolate in this soft, tannic Cabernet. The alcohol is noticeable for the heat it gives, and the finish is rich with glycerols. Drink soon.",Estate,48,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ideology Cellars 2009 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ideology-cellars-2009-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Ideology Cellars 12.5,Rose,France,"This is on the soft side for rosés, a warm wine with a sense of Mediterranean herbs and sun. It has light red fruits, spice and great final acidity. Screwcap.",,12,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Estandon 2012 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estandon-2012-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Estandon 14.5,Red,US,"There's lots of rich, jammy blackberry, cherry and oak flavor in this Merlot, with a gentle scour of firm tannins. It's not an ager, but offers plenty of upfront pleasure for drinking now.",Winemaker's Blend,20,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma County-Napa County,Ghost Pines 2010 Winemaker's Blend Merlot (Sonoma County-Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-pines-2010-winemakers-blend-merlot-napa-sonoma-county-napa-county/,Merlot,2010,Ghost Pines 13,Rose,France,"Fruity, light-hearted wine that pushes forward its red fruits, its crisp acidity and its bright texture. There is a dancing character to this delicious, refreshing wine.",Miradou en Provence,,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Gassier 2012 Miradou en Provence Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gassier-2012-miradou-en-provence-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Gassier 13.5,Red,France,"Austere and firm, this is still many years from being ready to drink. For now, its potential is apparent in the juicy black fruits, dark tannins and solid structure. It has much of the structure of the vintage, well clothed in fuller fruits.",,15,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Lavergne-Dulong 2010 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lavergne-dulong-2010-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lavergne-Dulong 13.5,Rose,France,"A full and ripe rosé from the Sumeire family which owns a number of Provence estates. This wine has freshness along with its rich character, strawberry fruit and acidity well in balance.",Pétale de Rosé,20,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château la Tour de l'Evêque 2012 Pétale de Rosé Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-leveque-2012-petale-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château la Tour de l'Evêque 14.5,Red,Italy,"This 60-40 blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet from Central Italy opens with a pretty quality of fruit that shows bold extraction and still-young tannins with an astringent bite at the end. The bouquet is characterized by red fruit, spice and leather.",Bron & Rusèval,20,87,Central Italy,Romagna,,Celli 2010 Bron & Rusèval Red (Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/celli-2010-bron-ruseval-red-romagna/,Red Blend,2010,Celli 13.8,White,US,"There's lots of ripe fruit in this rich Chardonnay. It brims with apricots, peaches, mangoes and limes, brightened with crisp acidity and enhanced with the buttered toast of oak. Drink up.",Estate,24,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Balletto 2011 Estate Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balletto-2011-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Balletto 14.5,Red,US,"There's lots of rich blackberry, chocolate and currant flavor in this smooth, 100% varietal Cabernet. The tannin-acid balance is fine, giving the wine rich interest. Ready to drink now.",Reserve,30,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,B&E 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-e-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,B&E 13,White,Italy,"This pretty expression of Pecorino opens with a fragrant bouquet of wild flower, stone fruit and sweet honey. The wine holds firmly to the palate thanks to the natural richness of this indigenous grape.",Colle dei Venti,20,87,Central Italy,Terre di Chieti,,Caldora Vini 2011 Colle dei Venti Pecorino (Terre di Chieti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caldora-vini-2011-colle-venti-italian-white-pecorino-terre-chieti/,Pecorino,2011,Caldora Vini 13.5,Red,Spain,"With solid berry and plum aromas, the bouquet is friendly and nice. This is fresh and fruity in style, with hints of leather and chocolate accenting core berry and plum flavors. An earthy, warm finish with leathery notes is the final act.",Premium 1904,28,87,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Bodegas Navarro López 2010 Premium 1904 Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2010-premium-1904-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Bodegas Navarro López 14,Red,US,"Lots of acidity gives the cherry and raspberry flavors a sour candy tartness that makes the mouth water. The mouthfeel is light and silky, as you want in a Pinot Noir. It's a fine wine to drink now, with a good decanting, but try cellaring it for 5–6 years to see what kinds of earthy, mushroomy complexities emerge.",Ritchie Vineyard Cinder Cone,65,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Woodenhead 2010 Ritchie Vineyard Cinder Cone Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodenhead-2010-ritchie-vineyard-cinder-cone-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Woodenhead 13,White,Austria,A ripe and full-bodied wine. It offers rich creamed apple and peach flavors as well as a contrasting citrus element. Minerality adds texture to this still young wine that needs some bottle aging. Screwcap.,Wein Manufaktur Krems,13,88,Niederösterreich,,,Winzer Krems 2012 Wein Manufaktur Krems Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2012-wein-manufaktur-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Winzer Krems 14.1,Rose,US,"Made from Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine is dark reddish-pink and unusual in its unadulterated cassis flavor and suggestion of charcuterie. Intense and slightly smoky, it's an interesting example of how Cabernet can be tamed to a rosé. It would pair interestingly with a cold steak salad.",Sonatina Vineyard,24,88,California,Lake County,Lake County,Xurus 2010 Sonatina Vineyard Rosé (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xurus-2010-sonatina-vineyard-rose-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Rosé,2010,Xurus 14.5,Red,Italy,Escol Riserva shows tight and astringent oak tannins that need another two or three years to soften. Bold wood notes of sweet vanilla and spice elevate this wine in terms of intensity and overall richness and come just shy of eclipsing the cherry fruit richness.,Escol Riserva,38,88,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane,,San Lorenzo 2008 Escol Riserva (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-lorenzo-2008-escol-riserva-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo-colline-teramane/,Montepulciano,2008,San Lorenzo 13,Red,Italy,"This is a very satisfying Sangiovese di Romagna that shows great balance between its spicy oak tones and its bright fruit nuances. Those two sides of the wine meet perfectly at the middle to offer enough acidity, spice and fruit to pair with pasta or roast chicken.",Riserva,25,88,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna,,Umberto Cesari 2010 Riserva (Sangiovese di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umberto-cesari-2010-riserva-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna/,Sangiovese,2010,Umberto Cesari 14.3,White,US,"This is sort of a junior version of Talbott's more expensive Sleepy Hollow Chardonnay. It resembles it in many ways, offering concentrated tropical and citrus fruit flavors, highlighted by brisk acidity and wrapped into a creamy texture.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Logan,24,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Talbott 2011 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Logan Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2011-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-logan-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Talbott 13.5,White,US,"A great value from Wente, this is a layered, bright and intensely lemon-tinged Chardonnay, worth stocking up for simple dinners and get togethers where you know a lot of people will want to drink white.",Morning Fog,15,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2011 Morning Fog Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2011-morning-fog-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Wente 14.5,Red,Spain,"The bouquet on this Priorat is raisiny, with tobacco and schisty aromas. The palate is one part jumpy and another part stewy and clumsy, with baked berry flavors that come with a tangy citric edge. The finish is long, with tobacco, stewed fruit and hard tannins. Drink now through 2015.",+7,35,88,Catalonia,Priorat,,Pinord 2007 +7 Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinord-2007-7-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2007,Pinord 14.5,Red,US,"This rich Cabernet drinks beautifully now for its ripe, forward blackberry, cassis liqueur and oak flavors. It's smooth and dry, with classic Napa balance. Good as it is, it should develop in the bottle over the next decade.",,50,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Peju 14.5,Red,Spain,"This Garnacha is perfectly good in every way, shape and form. The nose is loaded with bright berry aromas and a hint of mint. The palate feels lively and right, while flavors of raspberry, blackberry and leather lead to a deep, long, slightly hot finish.",Selección Especial,15,88,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Marqués de Montañana 2011 Selección Especial Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-montanana-2011-seleccion-especial-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2011,Marqués de Montañana 14.6,White,US,"Blended with 11% Roussanne, this high-toned effort mixes Meyer lemon and grapefruit with broader fruit flavors of pear and peach. It's got alcohol listed at 14.6%—not unusual for Viognier, but it does bring on some heat in the finish.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,McCrea Cellars 2010 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Viognier (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-cellars-2010-ciel-cheval-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Viognier,2010,McCrea Cellars 14.9,Red,US,"There's lots of ripe raspberry and cherry fruit in this Pinot, with a rich touch of smoky oak and vanilla. It's nice and light in the mouth, with brisk, mouthwatering acidity. A great wine for the price that's ready to drink now.",Brix 24.5,22,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,MAD Wines 2010 Brix 24.5 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mad-wines-2010-brix-245-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,MAD Wines 14.2,White,US,"Lynmar has released this, the first of their 2012 Chardonnays, early, in order to let the fruit star. It's flashy, like a conga line of pineapples, oranges, mangoes, limes and papayas. Tasty, direct and appealing, it would be amazing with bacon-wrapped shrimp.",Laguna Ridge,20,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Lynmar 2012 Laguna Ridge Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2012-laguna-ridge-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2012,Lynmar 11.5,White,Austria,"There is just a hint of perfume on this orange peel and rosewater flavored wine. Crisp, clean and light, it dances across the palate with bright, easy steps. The edgy texture adds a touch of complexity. Screwcap.",Steirische Klassik,,88,Steiermark,,,Neumeister 2011 Steirische Klassik Gelber Muskateller (Steiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neumeister-2011-steirische-klassik-other-white-gelber-muskateller-steiermark/,Gelber Muskateller,2011,Neumeister 13,Red,Spain,"This focused, crisp Tempranillo from a nice, warm vintage offers a mix of fresh plum, raspberry, vanilla and spice on the bouquet. It's honest and correct in the mouth, with plum, cherry, dry spice and light oak flavors. A clean, mellow finish is an appropriate ending for this midtier Rioja.",Cantos de Valpiedra,20,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Valpiedra 2009 Cantos de Valpiedra (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-valpiedra-2009-cantos-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Finca Valpiedra 14,Red,Spain,"This is dark as night, with boysenberry, blackberry, animal fur and smooth oak aromas. For $10, it's bringing all sorts of power and quality, like oak-influenced flavors of vanilla, chocolate, blackberry and cassis. On the finish, this is full and smacks down with tannic grab.",Tinto,10,88,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Figaro 2011 Tinto Red (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/figaro-2011-tinto-red-calatayud/,Red Blend,2011,Figaro 13.5,Red,Italy,This plush Montepulciano is aged 15 months in oak barrel to deliver nicely executed tones of spice and chocolate at the back of blackberry and bold cherry. There is a touch of bitter fruit on the close that will pair next to cheesy lasagna.,Riserva,23,88,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Fattoria Giuseppe Savini 2007 Riserva (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-giuseppe-savini-2007-riserva-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2007,Fattoria Giuseppe Savini 14.5,Red,US,"Round, soft and approachable now in the California style, with ripe cherry, licorice, mocha and brown sugar flavors that last long, with a spicy finish. Defines the delicious, drink-me-now style of a young red wine.",Bee Bee's Blend Estate,42,88,California,Napa,Calistoga,Envy 2010 Bee Bee's Blend Estate Red (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envy-2010-bee-bees-blend-estate-red-napa-calistoga/,Red Blend,2010,Envy 14.9,Red,US,"Enormously fruity and ripe, this Cab explodes with blackberry, blueberry, currant, and chocolate flavors that can only develop in a warm region. Yet there's enough of an acid-tannin structure to give it balance. Try pairing with steak with a gorgonzola cream sauce.",Reserve,84,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Chateau Margene 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margene-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Chateau Margene 13,Red,France,"A firm, still young wine, wearing its tannins right up front. The berry and black plum fruits are there in the background along with considerable weight. The wine, rich and full, will develop over the next 2–3 years.",,12,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château les Ancres 2010 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ancres-2010-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château les Ancres 13,Rose,France,"Crisp and fruity, this is a classic rosé. It shows a lightness that comes from the delicately handled fruits, giving gentle berry flavors, bright acidity and a textured aftertaste.",,20,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château l'Afrique 2012 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafrique-2012-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château l'Afrique 14.5,White,US,"Winemaker Greg Morthole plays all the bells and whistles on this Burgundian-style Chardonnay. Barrel fermentation brings toast and sweet vanilla to the tropical fruit and green apple flavors, while the full malolactic fermentation adds notes of buttered popcorn. The acidity is racy and clean.",River West Vineyard,30,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 2011 River West Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-2011-river-west-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Davis Bynum 15.3,Red,US,"Amazingly ripe and sweet with blackberry jam, chocolate, cassis liqueur and oak. It's almost porty in its decadence, but what this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot lacks in subtlety, it more than makes up for in sheer power. Drink now–2015.",L'Insolent,95,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clos Solène 2010 L'Insolent Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-solene-2010-linsolent-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Clos Solène 14.5,Red,Spain,"With full-force aromas of leather, blackberry and licorice, this Levante blend is an aggressive wine with a tight, acidic body and racy flavors of cherry and tart plum. It's forward and pushy, with rawness, plenty of acidity on the finish, and flavors that take on a dark character.",Sierva,27,88,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Carchelo 2010 Sierva Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-carchelo-2010-sierva-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2010,Bodegas Carchelo 13.4,White,US,"Very ripe and fruity, offering wave after wave of pineapple, orange, mango, peach, green apple and vanilla. Tastes honeyed and ripe in fruity essence, but fundamentally this is a dry wine. Brilliant acidity helps to provide a clean balance.",Teresa's Unoaked Estate,20,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Balletto 2011 Teresa's Unoaked Estate Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balletto-2011-teresas-unoaked-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Balletto 15.8,Red,US,"A complex blend of 76% Zinfandel, 13% Petite Sirah, 6% Mourvèdre and 5% Syrah, this opens with hints of raisins and Ruby Port, a reflection of the near-16% alcohol. But the wine is neither jammy nor hot, and the flavors bring concentrated raspberry and cherry compote, surprising acidity, and some intense herbal and stem highlights. All in all a big, chunky, potent wine that captures the distinctive style of this unique mini-micro winery.",,25,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Animale 2010 Zinfandel (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/animale-2010-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2010,Animale 13.5,Red,US,"Aged in both neutral oak and glass, despite a total production of 16 cases, this is the ultimate mini-micro boutique wine. Dusky cranberry and raspberry fruit shows a strong, underlying mineral/concrete note. Good length, and its tart youthful flavors suggest more time in bottle will improve it.",,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Animale 2010 Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/animale-2010-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Animale 14,Red,Chile,"Blueberry and boysenberry aromas blend with graham cracker and cardamon scents to give off an exotic nose. In the mouth, this is hard, narrow and tannic, with a grating overall feel and earthy, baked, limited flavors of blackberry and toast. A long, tannic finish is choppy in feel and monotone in flavor.",Alwa Limited Edition,35,88,Cachapoal Valley,,,Anakena 2010 Alwa Limited Edition Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anakena-2010-alwa-limited-edition-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Anakena 13.5,White,US,"Fresh as a daisy, with green grass, lemon, lime and peach flavors that taste like they were just picked under the summer sun. Juicy acidity gets the mouth watering. The alcohol is modest, giving the wine a light delicacy.",,18,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Alta Maria 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-maria-2011-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Alta Maria 13,White,US,"This clean, fresh, bracingly grassy wine makes you wish there were more Sauv Blancs from the Willamette Valley. It has the crisp elegance of the Loire, along with a delicate suggestion of chalk.",,18,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,J. Christopher 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-christopher-2011-sauvignon-blanc-willamette-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,J. Christopher ,White,Chile,"This opens with cool, coastal aromas of passion fruit, minerality, ocean spray and tarragon. It's just round enough to avoid being shearing, with cutting acidity and true varietal flavors of green herbs, lettuce and lime. The finish maintains those flavors while cleansing the palate.",Classic,,88,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2012 Classic Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyda-2012-classic-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Viña Leyda 13,Red,Austria,"Fruity, aromatic wine, this is a few months too young to drink. Already, it is showing its attractive wild berry and rhubarb fruits and soft tannins. There is a juicy, open aftertaste.",,20,88,Thermenregion,,,Johanneshof Reinisch 2011 St. Laurent (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johanneshof-reinisch-2011-other-white-st-laurent-thermenregion/,St. Laurent,2011,Johanneshof Reinisch 12.5,Rose,France,"Ripe red fruits in a warm, soft texture. It's a finely balanced wine that hits all the buttons with its fruity character, touch of spice and fresh acidity to finish.",Rosé de Léoube,22,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Léoube 2012 Rosé de Léoube Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoube-2012-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château Léoube 14.5,Red,France,"An earthy aroma with rich black fruits give a wine that is full-bodied, ripe and soft. It has a warm, juicy character, a dry core surrounded by fresh berry fruits. Not for aging, but open while firm now.",Tradition de Calavon,30,88,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Château de Calavon 2009 Tradition de Calavon Red (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-calavon-2009-tradition-de-red-coteaux-daix-en/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Calavon 13.5,White,Chile,"This SB is more plump and tropical than you might expect for Leyda, but it's still honest, grassy and quite good as a whole. Basic coastal aromas of grass and citrus give way to a round palate with honeyed citrus flavors and length. A focused, comfortable finish is perfectly good; drink right away.",Tributo Single Vineyard Block #Algarrobo,16,88,Leyda Valley,,,Caliterra 2012 Tributo Single Vineyard Block #Algarrobo Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2012-tributo-single-vineyard-block-algarrobo-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Caliterra 14,Red,Chile,"Opening aromas of cured meats and rubber blend with berry scents and plenty of herbal essence. This is medium in body, with scratchy tannins and roasted, hickory influenced flavors of blackberry and cassis. A fairly oaky but moderate finish is mild and tasty.",,19,88,Maipo Valley,,,Peñalolen 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penalolen-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Peñalolen 15.1,Red,US,"Dry, tannic and impressive for its depth of fruit, showing blackberry, chocolate and currant flavors that veer into overripe raisins, which gives some bitterness to the finish. The mouthfeel is a little hot in alcohol, but creamy smooth. Hard to say where this wine is going, so drink over the next four years.",Reserve,115,88,California,Napa,Rutherford,Peju 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Peju 14.8,Red,US,"A solid Cabernet from this hot appellation, located well inland in Sonoma County. The wine is dry, tannic and fairly high in alcohol, although it wears its heat well. The fruit is very ripe in the direction of black currants and dark chocolate. Will hold and change over the next 6–8 years, turning drier and earthier, but you can drink it now.",Glockner-Turner Ranch,50,88,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Merriam 2009 Glockner-Turner Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2009-glockner-turner-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-rockpile/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Merriam 15,Red,Chile,"With aromas of wet clay, cinnamon, dry spice, vanilla and earthy berry, this Cab Franc-led blend delivers a chewy, oaked-up palate with powerful flavors of mint, chocolate, baking spices and berry fruits. It's a bit hard and tannic, but it's a generous wine with tons of flavor.",,13,88,Maule Valley,,,O. Fournier 2009 Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2009-red-maule-valley/,Red Blend,2009,O. Fournier 14.6,Red,US,"This is a good Syrah for drinking now, with rich berry, cherry, mocha, brown sugar and roasted meat flavors. The tannins are brisk, and there's a nice cut of acidity. This is far from the winery's best Darien Syrah, but it's delicious.",Darien Vineyard,53,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Nickel & Nickel 2010 Darien Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2010-darien-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2010,Nickel & Nickel 14.5,Red,US,"Earns its very good score for sheer power and voluptuousness of fruit. It's a soft, delicious wine with gentle tannins that frame ripe blackberry, chocolate, black pepper and oak flavors.",Anna's Vineyard,32,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2010 Anna's Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2010-annas-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2010,Adelaida 13.8,Red,US,"Half Cabernet Sauvignon and half Syrah, this is still young, stiff and not quite pulled together. The cool, attenuated vintage left the fruit on the green side, with green olive and briary berry notes. It's well-crafted and further bottle age could boost the score.",Tradition Red,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Estate 2010 Tradition Red Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-estate-2010-tradition-red-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2010,Gordon Estate 14.2,Red,US,"This Merlot explores the outer limits of ripeness. It's made in the modern cult style of soft, oaky and jammy fruit. You can taste the California sunshine in every atom of chocolate and cassis. Already throwing some sediment, it should be enjoyed soon before it all fades away, like a dream.",Windfall,85,88,California,Napa,Rutherford,Flora Springs 2010 Windfall Merlot (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2010-windfall-merlot-napa-rutherford/,Merlot,2010,Flora Springs 14,Red,Chile,"This concentrated, ripe, dark wine carries aromas of lead pencil, shoe polish, creamy oak, coconut and blackberry. It's loud and oaky on the palate, with modern flavors of black fruits, chocolate and coconut. This finishes mildly bitter, toasty and almost fat, but with healthy acidity.",Reserva,17,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Koyle 2011 Reserva Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koyle-2011-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2011,Koyle 13.5,Red,US,"This broad, muscular blend is sourced from seven vineyards and aged for 18 months in French oak. It's relatively open and fruity, with berries, earth and spice all in proportion through a gentle fade.",Backbone,55,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2009 Backbone Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2009-backbone-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,King Estate 14.4,Red,US,"There's lots of soft, delicious chocolate, blackberry jam and red currant flavors in this Cabernet. The wine is fully aged, to judge by the jamminess, but it still retains some tough tannins. Drink up.",,36,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Kenneth Volk 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenneth-volk-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Kenneth Volk 14.5,Red,US,"The Pomatia blend in 2009 is 45% Syrah, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot and 10% Cab Franc. The emphasis on Syrah brings a defining sweetness along with compact berry flavors that carry a hint of green olive. As always, this is a palate-friendly, accessible and well-priced wine.",Pomatia,21,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Helix by Reininger 2009 Pomatia Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helix-by-reininger-2009-pomatia-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2009,Helix by Reininger 14.5,White,US,"Light flavors of butterscotch and toast are wrapped into a broad, palate-coating wine with ripe yellow fruits. It's fresh and lively, and drinking especially well in its youth.",,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2011 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2011-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,L'Ecole No. 41 13,White,Italy,This is a compelling expression of Ribolla Gialla that shows soft tones of exotic fruit and peach backed by a smooth and creamy mouthfeel. Pair this Italian white with fish baked in salt crust.,,22,88,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Tenuta di Angoris 2011 Ribolla Gialla (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-angoris-2011-italian-white-ribolla-gialla-colli-orientali-friuli/,Ribolla Gialla,2011,Tenuta di Angoris 14.5,Red,Chile,"The nose on this blend of Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Carmenère is herbal and a touch mulchy, with berry, coffee and olive aromas. The palate feels thick and on the cusp of syrupy, with baked, creamy black-fruit flavors that bring carob, chocolate and herbs accents to a modest finish. This is ripe in feel but still smells and tastes a bit herbal.",Private Edition,22,88,Cachapoal Valley,,,Valle Secreto 2010 Private Edition Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-secreto-2010-private-edition-red-cachapoal-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Valle Secreto ,White,Chile,"An almost neutral nose offers mild green herb and citrus aromas but little more. The palate is zesty, tangy and fresh, while a narrow set of lemon-lime, grapefruit and lime flavors ends with focused crispness. For something tight and refreshing, this is it.",Sibaris Reserva Especial,16,88,Leyda Valley,,,Undurraga 2012 Sibaris Reserva Especial Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2012-sibaris-reserva-especial-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Undurraga 14.6,Red,US,"Once past a surprisingly minty open, this stiff and earthy Malbec tightens up into a Bordeaux-like cocoon. It's an austere wine, that slowly reveals dark cassis fruit, dried herbs, and a finishing whiff of coconut. Give it plenty of breathing time, or decant.",,29,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2010 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2010-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2010,Three Rivers 13.5,Red,Italy,Divus shows nice fullness and ripeness with black fruit and cardamom spice. There's a touch of bitter almond that will soften when paired with meat and gravy sauce or cheese and bacon quiche.,Divus,21,88,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Ciavolich Giuseppe 2010 Divus (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciavolich-giuseppe-2010-divus-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2010,Ciavolich Giuseppe 12.5,Rose,France,"Bright, light and totally fresh, this is a delightful rosé. It has wild strawberry flavors, laced with acidity. There's some spice as well, giving a balanced wine. It is fine both as an aperitif and with food.",L'Ange et Luce,15,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Jacourette 2012 L'Ange et Luce Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacourette-2012-lange-luce-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Domaine Jacourette 15.8,Red,US,"This soft, high alcohol blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah is marked by extremely ripe flavors of blackberry jam and milk chocolate. It's technically dry but finishes with a touch of brown sugar. Drink now for voluptuous richness.",Harmonie,85,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clos Solène 2010 Harmonie G-S-M (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-solene-2010-harmonie-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-paso-robles/,G-S-M,2010,Clos Solène 14.7,Red,US,"This is a very fairly priced Cabernet given its quality. It's made from 100% Cab and all estate grown in the high elevations of Fair Play in El Dorado County. Oaky and smoky, it whispers of mountain fruit, with herb, cassis and blackberry highlights amid a background of savory earth. Age 3–5 years.",Estate,29,88,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Cedarville 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedarville-vineyard-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Cedarville 14.8,Red,US,"Tastes considerably fruitier and more full bodied than your typical Sangiovese, no doubt because winemaker Mitch Cosentino added Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc to the blend. The wine retains Sangiovese's acidity and sour cherry flavors, but the Bordeaux varieties bring layers of blackberries, cassis and chocolate to this dry, elegant wine.",Sangio Vetta,28,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pure Cru 2009 Sangio Vetta Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pure-cru-2009-sangio-vetta-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,2009,Pure Cru 12.8,White,US,"Unmistakably Riesling from the petrol notes that dominates. The winemaker calls it off-dry, but it tastes dry in citrus, white flower and mineral notes, probably due to the high acidity. Refreshingly low in alcohol.",,25,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Scratch 2011 Riesling (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scratch-2011-riesling-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Riesling,2011,Scratch 13.9,Rose,US,"Lots of lusciousness in this blush Zin. It may be technically dry, like the label says, but there's a lush fruitiness to the strawberry, watermelon, vanilla and spice flavors. What a great summer brunch wine this is.",Dry Rosé of,12,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2012 Dry Rosé of Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2012-dry-rose-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2012,Pedroncelli 14,Red,Chile,"This bold wine opens with a blast of black fruit and cassis, and then dry spice and herbal aromas settle in. This is racy in the mouth, with a good body and flavors of red plum, raspberry, spice and herbs. It's acid-driven and fairly elegant on the way out.",Gran Reserva Serie Riberas Ribera del Cachapoal,,88,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 2010 Gran Reserva Serie Riberas Ribera del Cachapoal Carmenère (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2010-gran-reserva-serie-riberas-ribera-cachapoal-carmenere-peumo/,Carmenère,2010,Concha y Toro 14,White,Italy,"This is a beautifully smooth and pleasurable expression of Pinot Bianco that offers peach and melon aromas that are broad and compelling in context. In the mouth, the wine shows density and creamy thickness with enough acidity to keep the palate refreshed: A perfect seafood wine.",Weisshaus,21,88,,Alto Adige,,Colterenzio 2011 Weisshaus Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colterenzio-2011-weisshaus-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2011,Colterenzio 14.4,White,US,"Attractive for its rich creaminess, this Chard aims for the popular style and succeeds. It's soft and rich in orange, peach, apricot and mango fruit, with sweet-oak overtones of vanilla and buttered toast.",,30,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Crema 2011 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,La Crema 13.5,Red,Italy,"Dark, sweet fruit notes of prune, plum and rum cake open the nose of this blended red from the Marche in Central Italy. Plush, soft blackberry and a touch of chocolate appear on the finish.",Pregio del Conte,,88,Central Italy,Marche,,Saladini Pilastri 2010 Pregio del Conte Red (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saladini-pilastri-2010-pregio-conte-red-marche/,Red Blend,2010,Saladini Pilastri 13,Red,Austria,"A firmly tannic wine, its dry core surrounded by dark plum skin and damson flavors. It has weight, a potential for richness that will develop over the next 2–3 years. Solid and chunky aftertaste.",,18,88,Thermenregion,,,Johanneshof Reinisch 2011 Zweigelt (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johanneshof-reinisch-2011-other-red-zweigelt-thermenregion/,Zweigelt,2011,Johanneshof Reinisch 11.9,White,US,"In 2011, the fifth vintage of this Riesling, the alcohol is down a bit, as is the price. It remains quintessentially fruity, done in a tangy/tart sweet and sour style. Juicy apple, kiwi, peach and pear flavors fill the mouth in a most satisfying style, perfect for front porch sipping.",Golden Delicious,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Zero One Vintners 2011 Golden Delicious Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zero-one-vintners-2011-golden-delicious-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2011,Zero One Vintners 14.2,White,US,"Lean, dry and minerally, with tart flavors of grapefruit, lemon peel and Asian pear. The acidity is refreshingly crisp. This is a bottling that rarely does well in blind tastings because it's so austere. But it is elegant.",,40,88,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Mayacamas 2010 Chardonnay (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayacamas-2010-chardonnay-napa-mount-veeder/,Chardonnay,2010,Mayacamas 12.5,Red,US,"Here's a most Burgundian, delicate Willamette Valley Pinot Noir at a price that can sometimes deliver clumsy, thin, and/or vegetal flavors. This has varietally-true detail, clean fruit and delightful nuances of citrus, dried herb and rose petals.",,17,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2011 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2011-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Château Bianca 14,Red,Chile,"This Maipo Malbec is a bit pinched and gritty up front, with leather, rubber and raspberry aromas in the backdrop. A full, chunky palate offers mildly herbal, baked berry flavors in front of a spicy, minty, mildly hot finish. This is nice for Chilean Malbec but a little aggressive.",Cot Limited Edition,20,88,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Pérez Cruz 2010 Cot Limited Edition Malbec (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-perez-cruz-2010-cot-limited-edition-malbec-maipo-valley/,Malbec,2010,Viña Pérez Cruz 14.5,Red,Chile,"Despite showing an herbal nose that includes tomato leaf, carob and creamy oak, this solid, chunky Cab comes around on the palate, where black fruit, pepper and mild herbal flavors set up a warm, toasty, satisfying finish. This comes across as Chilean Cabernet in every way.",Reserva Privada,15,88,Maule Valley,,,Viña Casas Patronales 2010 Reserva Privada Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-patronales-2010-reserva-privada-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Viña Casas Patronales 13.8,Red,US,"Sommeliers will love this wine for its elegance, and the way it's happy to stand back and support food, rather than star at the table. It's dry, medium bodied and tannic, with cherry, red currant, cocoa and sweet oak flavors. Drink over the next 2–3 years.",,33,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Roche 2011 Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-2011-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2011,Roche 14.1,Red,US,"A little heavy and syrupy, especially for Williams Selyem, but it's utterly delicious in blackberry jam and root beer flavors that finish soft and sweet, yet tart. Very easy to polish off the whole bottle over a great steak.",,39,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Williams Selyem 2011 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Williams Selyem 12.5,White,US,"There's not a lot of Riesling growing in this warmish appellation of Sonoma County, which is normally Zinfandel country. But this is a very nice wine. It's off-dry, with a sugary edge to the lemondrop, nectarine, apple and honeysuckle flavors. The acidity is bright and tart, giving the fruit needed bite.",Heritage Tree Vineyard Estate,20,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gustafson Family 2012 Heritage Tree Vineyard Estate Riesling (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustafson-family-2012-heritage-tree-vineyard-estate-riesling-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Riesling,2012,Gustafson Family 14.3,Red,US,"Shows Dry Creek's ability to produce dry, complex Syrahs of interest and sophistication. You'll find layers of blackberries, currants, bacon, black pepper and sweet, toasty oak, wrapped into strong but pliable tannins. The deliciously fresh fruit suggests popping the cork over the next year or two.",Logging Road Block Estate,32,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gustafson Family 2009 Logging Road Block Estate Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustafson-family-2009-logging-road-block-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2009,Gustafson Family 14.2,White,US,"This bottling is showing its age, with the fruit character picking up a hazelnut, brown butter, honey and mushroom character. A very interesting wine, and worth the price to see how a proper Chardonnay ages. Drink over the next year or two before it falls apart.",,19,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Hideaway Creek 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hideaway-creek-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Hideaway Creek 14,White,Italy,"Pecorino is enjoying the spotlight at the moment as one of the up-and-coming varieties from Central Italy. This oak-fermented expression opens with slightly caramelized aromas of butterscotch, candied fruit and candied apricot. The mouthfeel is thick and creamy.",,26,88,Central Italy,Colline Pescaresi,,Ciavolich Giuseppe 2011 Pecorino (Colline Pescaresi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciavolich-giuseppe-2011-italian-white-pecorino-colline-pescaresi/,Pecorino,2011,Ciavolich Giuseppe 13.5,Red,Italy,This fresh and youthful expression of Montepulciano shows a very nice and proper side of the grape. The wine is easy and genuine overall with just enough complexity to keep the palate entertained. Bold cherry and blackberry is segued by bitter chocolate and light shadings of spice.,Donna Ernestina 18,21,88,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Ciavolich Giuseppe 2010 Donna Ernestina 18 (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciavolich-giuseppe-2010-donna-ernestina-18-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2010,Ciavolich Giuseppe 13,White,France,"A blend of Sémillon, Ugni Blanc and Rolle, this cool white is deliciously fruity already. It's soft, rounded, full of lemon and pear flavors, with a fine tang of acidity. Drink now or keep a few months.",Le Château Blanc,18,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Thuerry 2012 Le Château Blanc White (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-thuerry-2012-le-blanc-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2012,Château Thuerry 13.5,White,Chile,"This inaugural wine from Estampa hails from Paredones along the Colchagua coast. It's plump and dusty smelling, with lime and green-herb aromas. A chunky, round, somewhat soft palate carries flavors of fleshy melon, green herbs and mild citrus to a quiet finish.",Del Viento Single Vineyard Paredones Estate,37,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Estampa 2012 Del Viento Single Vineyard Paredones Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estampa-2012-viento-single-vineyard-paredones-estate-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Estampa 13.6,Red,US,"Longoria has worked with this finicky Spanish grape variety for years, with mixed results. This 2010 is lower in alcohol than the wine has been in a long time, which gives it a delicate mouthfeel. It's dense in cherries, currants, bacon and licorice, but finishes dry. Easy to like for its soft deliciousness.",,36,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Longoria 2010 Tempranillo (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2010-tempranillo-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Tempranillo,2010,Longoria 14.5,Red,Chile,"Montes' first Alpha Malbec is serious and healthy, with rubbery, leathery berry aromas and crusty, dark oak scents. This is full and fairly oaky on the tongue, with herbal black-fruit flavors, raw wood notes, espresso-like bitterness and heat on the finish.",Alpha,25,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2010 Alpha Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2010-alpha-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2010,Montes 15,Red,US,"This tiny boutique does well with thick and heavy wines that frequently top 15% alcohol. This sweet, syrupy Syrah is loaded with blueberries, chocolate, licorice and espresso flavors. Nothing shy here, but it delivers a lot of flavor for the price.",,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Passion Vineyards 2009 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/passion-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2009,Passion Vineyards 14.7,Dessert,US,"This sugary-sweet dessert Chardonnay tries hard to please, offering waves of honey, tangerine, mango and vanilla flavors. It's tantalizingly delicious, but could be just a tad more concentrated, especially at this price.",Divinity Late Harvest,50,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2011 Divinity Late Harvest Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2011-divinity-late-harvest-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Lynmar 14.5,Red,Italy,"Pruno is a very pretty expression of Sangiovese that delivers a concentrated, bright and almost raw quality of cherry fruit. Spicy oak tones of cinnamon and powdered chocolate fill in the back and render smooth, dry finish.",Pruno Riserva,38,88,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza 2008 Pruno Riserva (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drei-dona-tenuta-palazza-2008-pruno-riserva-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2008,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza 14.9,Red,US,"Defines the Paso Robles style of enormously ripe fruit and softness. Incredibly rich in brown sugar, blackberry jam, chocolate and smoky oak flavors, it's not particularly subtle, but delicious now.",Viking Estate Vineyard Reserve,75,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2009 Viking Estate Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2009-viking-estate-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Adelaida 14,Red,Spain,"This is a warm, weighty Tempranillo with earthy, leathery, baked berry aromas. The palate is plump but solid and structured, with ripe, mildly salty tasting berry flavors that finish mossy and mature, with an abundance of oak-based vanilla and earth notes.",Varietales,20,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baron De Ley 2010 Varietales (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-ley-2010-varietales-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2010,Baron De Ley 13,Red,US,"The Acrobat bottling is one of Oregon's best sub-$20 Pinot Noirs, and a fine example of what might be called “new wave” styling. It's sleek, nervy, built on a spine of steel rather than wood. The bright berry fruit carries a pleasing hint of chocolate.",,18,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Acrobat 2011 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acrobat-2011-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Acrobat 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,This bright sparkling wine shows creamy nuances of peach and citrus with background notes of freshly baked bread and a touch of vanilla spice. The perlage is smooth and persistent.,Extra Brut Riserva,,88,,Alto Adige,,Arunda 2007 Extra Brut Riserva Sparkling (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arunda-2007-extra-brut-riserva-sparkling-alto-adige/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Arunda 14,White,Italy,"Here's an opulent Chardonnay from the far north of Italy that opens with a thick, creamy bouquet of caramel, apricot and honey. Dry mineral notes and crisp acidity balance out those ripe fruit flavors.",Sanct Valentin,38,88,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Produttori San Michele Appiano 2010 Sanct Valentin Chardonnay (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-produttori-san-michele-appiano-2010-sanct-valentin-chardonnay-alto-adige/,Chardonnay,2010,Cantina Produttori San Michele Appiano 12.5,Rose,France,"Full, rich and fruity, this is a ripe wine. It is finely poised between this richness and a more delicate, fruity character, lively and bright. Age for a few months, although you can drink the wine now.",,25,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire,,Château Coussin 2012 Rosé (Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coussin-2012-rose-cotes-sainte-victoire/,Rosé,2012,Château Coussin 15.5,Red,France,"The wine feels very dense, juicy, dark and concentrated. It has a huge feel to it, a powerful wine that will need several years to fully soften and round it. And, At 15.5% alcohol, this is way too heavy for a Bordeaux.",,50,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Cantin 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantin-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Cantin 13.5,Rose,France,"The prestige cuvée from La Gordonne is full and rich, packed with raspberry and red plum fruit. As a balance, there is a taut, crisper side to the wine, leaving a bright lemon zest aftertaste.",La Chapelle Gordonne,25,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château la Gordonne 2011 La Chapelle Gordonne Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gordonne-2011-chapelle-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2011,Château la Gordonne 13,Rose,France,"Soft and rounded, this is a light and easy wine. It has fresh citrus and berry fruits that dance easily together. Acidity gives a refreshing quality, while spice adds a fine, warmer touch.",Charme des Demoiselles,24,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château des Demoiselles 2012 Charme des Demoiselles Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-demoiselles-2012-charme-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château des Demoiselles 15,Red,Spain,"Aromas of vanilla, stewed red berry, leather, cheese and heat indicate a ripe wine entering it's peak years. This is tannic and grating in the mouth, with syrupy flavors of prune and chocolate. The finish carries a baked character along with flavors of raisin and liqueur. Drink now.",Coma d'En Pou,35,88,Catalonia,Terra Alta,,Celler Bàrbara Forés 2006 Coma d'En Pou Red (Terra Alta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/celler-barbara-fores-2006-coma-den-pou-red-terra-alta/,Red Blend,2006,Celler Bàrbara Forés 14,Red,Spain,"With dry, spicy, leafy aromas, this is pure, varietal Maturana, a grape only a handful of Rioja wineries are using. This version is lively, big and spirited, with reedy, leafy, black-fruit flavors and a long, spicy, full-bodied finish.",Inspiración,45,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2008 Inspiración (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2008-inspiracion-spanish-red-maturana-rioja/,Maturana,2008,Bodegas Valdemar 14.6,White,US,"Made in a more popular style than Calera's Mt. Harlan bottling, this Chard features lush flavors of pineapple and orange jam, honey and vanilla. The acidity is bright and mouthwatering.",,18,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calera 2011 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2011-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Calera 14.3,Red,Chile,"A dry, earthy bouquet with leather, spice and typical Chilean herbal-berry aromas leads to a concentrated palate with creamy oak and earthy weight counteracted by firm tannins. Flavors of baked blackberry, cassis, nutmeg and herbs finish with cinnamon, licorice and raw oak notes.",Gran Reserva Los Quillayes Vineyard,15,88,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2010 Gran Reserva Los Quillayes Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2010-gran-reserva-los-quillayes-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Carmen 13.2,Red,US,"This darkly colored, smooth blend of Syrah and Petite Sirah is widely appealing. It's soft and luscious with dark chocolate, blackberry jam and oak flavors that are heady and mouth filling. Despite an official alcohol level of 13.2% abv, it's feels a little hot.",Cuvée Estate Grown,48,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Venteux 2010 Cuvée Estate Grown Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venteux-2010-cuvee-estate-grown-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,Venteux 12.5,White,Austria,"The wine served at Vienna's famed Opera Ball, this is crisp, herbaceous with apple and citrus fruits already showing a totally refreshing character. It would benefit from a few months in bottle. Screwcap.",Kellermeister Privat Kremser Goldberg,18,88,Kremstal,,,Winzer Krems 2012 Kellermeister Privat Kremser Goldberg Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2012-kellermeister-privat-kremser-goldberg-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Winzer Krems 13.7,Red,US,"Sweetly attractive in raspberry and cherry jam flavors that are bright and zesty, while smoky oak brings spicy-sweet notes of vanilla bean and buttered cinnamon toast. Despite all the sheer lusciousness, this Pinot finishes dry. Drink now.",,39,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Williams Selyem 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Williams Selyem 13,Red,US,"Crisply defined, this cuvée, from a vineyard well to the north in the Willamette Valley, has highlights of pine and herb. The fruit is a mix of pomegranate and orange peel, sharp and penetrating.",Tualatin Estate,45,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2010 Tualatin Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2010-tualatin-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Willamette Valley Vineyards 13,Red,US,"A fine entry-level Pinot Noir to introduce J. Christopher's expansive single vineyard offerings. This is balanced and true to variety, with clean Pinot cherry cola fruit flavor. There is just a delicate sense of underlying earth and leaf, adding some welcome complexity. Drink over the next 3–5 years.",,28,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,J. Christopher 2010 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-christopher-2010-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,J. Christopher 14.4,Rose,US,"Front-loaded with cherries, watermelons and pomegranates, with hints of violets, vanilla and spices, this is one of the richer, more full-bodied blush wines out there. Great picnic or beach wine.",Heritage Tree Vineyard Estate Rosé of Syrah,20,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gustafson Family 2012 Heritage Tree Vineyard Estate Rosé of Syrah Rosé (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustafson-family-2012-heritage-tree-vineyard-estate-rose-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Rosé,2012,Gustafson Family 14,Red,Chile,"Crusty berry aromas mesh with olive, mineral notes and leather to form a textbook Chilean Cab bouquet. The palate feels fresh and offers kick via tomatoey acids. Flavors of dried cherry, herbs, fresh tomato and mint end in a good feeling finish with mild herbal leftovers.",Max Reserva,20,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2010 Max Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2010-max-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Errazuriz 13.6,Red,US,"Hobo has a knack for taking Zinfandel's wild, briary personality and wrestling it to as much elegance as a Dry Creek Zin is capable of. True to form, Hobo accomplishes that. This wine has Zin's brambly spiciness, and never quite overcomes its rusticity, but it is likeable. The penetrating acidity makes it a fine partner with tomato saucy barbecued beef or chicken.",,22,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Hobo 2011 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hobo-2011-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Hobo 14,Red,US,"You'd likely never peg this as either Grenache or Alexander Valley. With a light, crisp mouthfeel and pure flavors of cherries and pomegrantes, it's likeable for its dry silkiness, and ready to drink now.",Sceales Vineyard,30,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hobo 2011 Sceales Vineyard Grenache (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hobo-2011-sceales-vineyard-grenache-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Grenache,2011,Hobo 14.7,Red,US,"Here's a stylish, flashy Napa red that's ready to drink now, even without decanting. It's rich and layered with blackberries, cherries and cassis, folded into sweet, soft, complex tannins. It's a Cabernet Sauvignon-based Bordeaux blend with 14% Sangiovese, which seems to add acidity.",PureCoz,65,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pure Cru 2009 PureCoz Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pure-cru-2009-purecoz-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Pure Cru 14.5,Red,US,"Rich, ripe and extracted with cherry and currant fruit, this Cab Franc shows fine tannins, acids and a dry finish that makes it drinkable now. It has a Napa fanciness that lifts it into elegance.",,50,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2010 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2010-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Peju 13.7,Red,US,"This very fairly priced Merlot from the Cosumnes River sub-section of Lodi has a juicy berry roundness that makes it inviting to drink, and softly textured all around. On the long finish is a remarkably vibrant strain of caramel-mocha flavor, and interesting secondary notes that may have developed over time on this 2007 vintage.",Wackman Ranch,16,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,McConnell Estates Winery 2007 Wackman Ranch Merlot (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcconnell-estates-winery-2007-wackman-ranch-merlot-central-valley-lodi/,Merlot,2007,McConnell Estates Winery 14.5,Red,France,"Structured wine with a severe edge from the dry, concentrated tannins. It's serious, stalky fruit layered with a more juicy element and tight acidity. The wine does need aging to soften its austere character.",Excellence,24,88,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Tour de Guiet 2010 Excellence (Côtes de Bourg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-guiet-2010-excellence-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tour de Guiet 13,Rose,France,"From the former castle of the Counts of Provence, this is an intensely fruity wine, full of strawberry, orange zest and light spice. It is fragrant, fresh wine, lifted attractively at the end with bright acidity.",Perle de Rosé,,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Réal Martin 2012 Perle de Rosé Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-real-martin-2012-perle-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château Réal Martin 14.5,Red,Italy,"Bright cherry fruit and cassis open the bouquet of this hearty Sagrantino. At the back are savory tones of cured meat, leather and tobacco followed by firm tannins.",,29,88,Central Italy,Montefalco Sagrantino,,Còlpetrone 2008 Montefalco Sagrantino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colpetrone-2008-italian-red-sagrantino-montefalco-sagrantino/,Sagrantino,2008,Còlpetrone 15,Red,US,"Give this Syrah another year or two in the cellar. Even though it's a 2009, the blackberry and cherry fruit remains startlingly fresh. Yet the acid-tannin structure is balanced. Should start picking up earthy, meaty notes by 2014.",Derby Vineyard,30,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Derby 2009 Derby Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/derby-2009-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2009,Derby 14.5,Red,US,"A fine Pinot from this veteran producer. They haven't lost their deft touch despite changes in ownership. The wine is classic Russian River, showing full-throttle berry-cherry fruit, balanced with good acidity, while maintaining a delicate mouthfeel. It's complex enough to warrant repeated sipping.",Jane's Vineyard,40,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 2011 Jane's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-2011-janes-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Davis Bynum 14,Red,Italy,"This Rosso represents a blend of Sangiovese (60%) with equal parts Sagrantino and Barbera. The wine offers meats and chewy cherry flavors with accents of spice and leather followed by a rich, velvety texture.",,29,88,Central Italy,Montefalco Rosso,,Tabarrini 2009 Montefalco Rosso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tabarrini-2009-red-montefalco-rosso/,Red Blend,2009,Tabarrini 12.9,Red,US,"This light, pretty, blended Pinot Noir trumps the winery's pricier cuvées in 2010. Strawberry candy fruit flavors are enhanced with light streaks of toast and baking spices, and hints of rose petals elevate the finish. A simple, delightful bottle for near term enjoyment.",,24,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Torii Mor 2010 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2010-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Torii Mor 11.5,White,US,"How do you make a Riesling this good and sell it for seven bucks? Juicy and fruity, it's absolutely loaded with citrus and stone fruit flavors, but offers supporting acidity, good length, and a touch of minerality.",,7,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),The Ghost in the Machine 2011 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-in-machine-2011-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2011,The Ghost in the Machine 14.4,Red,US,"This is the most accessible of Stemmler's trio of new 2010 Pinots. It offers rich raspberry, cherry and sandalwood flavors, and shows a fine balance of all its parts. Elegant enough to drink at the best restaurants, or just to uplift an ordinary hamburger on a summer evening.",,25,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Stemmler 2010 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stemmler-2010-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Stemmler 13.5,Red,US,"This is a pretty good Cabernet, showing some real fanciness, with soft tannins framing blackberry, currant, anise and herb flavors and a touch of sweet, smoky oak. Not an ager, so drink up.",,18,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Kenwood 12.5,Red,US,"There's lots to like in this affordable Merlot, and it's not just the fantastic label of a young, beautiful Marilyn Monroe. The wine itself is dry and firm in tannins, with blackberry and chocolate-covered raisin flavors. The alcohol is a refreshingly low 12.5% by volume. A great accomplishment. Production was 4,000 cases.",Norma Jean,12,88,California,California Other,California,Marilyn 2011 Norma Jean Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marilyn-2011-norma-jean-merlot-other/,Merlot,2011,Marilyn 13,White,Italy,Pecorino is a fascinating white grape from Central Italy that deserves a special look. This expression bursts open with tones of acacia flower and stone fruit and delivers medium density and richness on the finish.,Trabocchetto,19,88,Central Italy,Colline Pescaresi,,Talamonti 2012 Trabocchetto Pecorino (Colline Pescaresi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talamonti-2012-trabocchetto-italian-white-pecorino-colline-pescaresi/,Pecorino,2012,Talamonti 15,Red,US,"Masses of sweet blackberry jam give this Cabernet an easy deliciousness. The fruit and oak are balanced with fine tannins and a gentle scour of acidity. Not one for the cellar, but it will benefit from an hour or two in the decanter.",,35,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stryker Sonoma 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stryker-sonoma-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Stryker Sonoma 14,Red,Spain,"With damp earth and crusty leather aromas, this is a heavy wine with baked fruit, a syrupy mouthfeel and flavors of mocha, carob, leafy berry and earth. On the finish, it's full bodied and soft, with ripe black-fruit flavors that register as thick and a touch raisiny. Drink now.",RSV 1601 El Duque de Lerma,75,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Real Sitio de Ventosilla 2004 RSV 1601 El Duque de Lerma (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-sitio-ventosilla-2004-rsv-1601-el-duque-lerma-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Real Sitio de Ventosilla 14,White,Chile,"The nose sends up signals of a balanced, easygoing wine with oak blended nicely into pear and apple fruit. The palate is lively and mildly oaky, with baked apple, orange and woodspice flavors. A snappy, oaky finish with intense acidity closes the show.",EQ,,88,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2011 EQ Chardonnay (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2011-eq-chardonnay-san-antonio/,Chardonnay,2011,Matetic 14.5,Red,US,"This Rhône-style blend is fruity and delicious. It has raspberry, cherry, licorice, mocha and spice flavors, wrapped into easy tannins, brightened with a bite of lime acidity. Ready to enjoy now.",Touchy-Feely,60,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,The Farm Winery 2009 Touchy-Feely G-S-M (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farm-winery-2009-touchy-feely-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-paso-robles/,G-S-M,2009,The Farm Winery 12.5,White,US,"This fine-honed Chardonnay hews to the Eyrie house style. It may seem austere at first, but the green and yellow fruit flavors are ripe, not vegetal, and the firm acidity makes it a fine food match. Give it plenty of time to breathe before serving.",Estate,27,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,The Eyrie Vineyards 2011 Estate Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eyrie-2011-estate-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2011,The Eyrie Vineyards 13.7,White,US,"This is one of Lynmar's most expensive Chardonnays, of their six 2011s. It's also one of the most forward and oakiest. Your first impression is of sweet buttered toast, sprinkled with brown sugar and drizzled with melted butterscotch. Then the tropical fruits kick in, brightened with citrusy acids. It's an impressive feat, but the wine feels overworked, and lacks the sustaining interest of Lynmar's other bottlings.",Monastery,70,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2011 Monastery Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2011-monastery-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Lynmar 14.6,Red,US,"This dry, tannic wine is astringent now, in the way of a young Cabernet. It has a heart of ripe blackberries and currants, and finishes dry and clean. There's a rustic edge that suggests drinking over the next 2–3 years.",Eakle Ranch,28,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pope Valley Winery 2010 Eakle Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pope-valley-winery-2010-eakle-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Pope Valley Winery 12.5,White,Spain,"The nose on this blend of Gewurztraminer and Macabeo defines neutral; it's clean but shows little more than a whiff of apple. The palate is fresh and quick moving, with mild peach, pear, apple and melon flavors that culminate in a solid finish that's not very exciting but doesn't stray.",Treyu,16,88,Northern Spain,Empordà,,Oliver Conti 2011 Treyu White (Empordà),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oliver-conti-2011-treyu-white-emporda/,White Blend,2011,Oliver Conti 14.6,Red,US,"Shows the dark color, thick tannins and deep, concentrated flavors you expect from Petite Sirah. It's a big gulp of blackberry jam, espresso, dark chocolate and crushed black pepper, and the finish is thoroughly dry. Lacks the acidic vibrancy needed for aging, but a fine wine to drink now.",Truehart Vineyard,35,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Trueheart 2010 Truehart Vineyard Petite Sirah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trueheart-2010-truehart-vineyard-petite-sirah-sonoma-valley/,Petite Sirah,2010,Trueheart 14.5,Red,Italy,"Thea Riserva opens with dark and austere notes of black licorice, tar, black cherry and crushed granite. There's a dusty quality to the close followed by a dry but fresh finish.",Thea Riserva,21,88,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Tre Monti 2009 Thea Riserva (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-monti-2009-thea-riserva-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2009,Tre Monti 12.5,White,Spain,"Ripe apple aromas make the nose nice, even though it's flattening with age. Likewise on the palate, which delivers pithy orange and dry melon flavors along with indications that it's just starting to fade. Notes of green herbs and scallion come up on the finish. Drink this mature white immediately.",,17,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Val do Sosego 2011 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-sosego-2011-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,Val do Sosego 14.2,Red,US,"This wine is a little direct, but very tasty, showing rich, ripe cherry, red currant, cocoa and sweet oak flavors, wrapped into lovely tannins. A polished, pretty wine for drinking now.",,35,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2009 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2009-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,Peju 12.5,White,Austria,"Rotgipfler is almost an exclusivity to Thermenregion. This bright, fruity wine is deliciously crisp with spice, pepper and pear flavors. It has a light lemon edge brought out by the refreshing acidity. Screwcap.",,20,88,Thermenregion,,,Johanneshof Reinisch 2012 Rotgipfler (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johanneshof-reinisch-2012-other-white-rotgipfler-thermenregion/,Rotgipfler,2012,Johanneshof Reinisch 14.9,Red,US,"Frankly delicious, offering wave after wave of black cherry jam, red currant, licorice, mocha, vanilla and buttered cinnamon toast flavors, wrapped into soft, smooth tannins.",Gesture,35,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2010 Gesture G-S-M (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2010-gesture-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-paso-robles/,G-S-M,2010,J. Lohr 13,Red,US,"A blend of grapes from several vineyards, this is named for a famous jazz tune. The blending both softens and expands the mid-palate, and seems to have boosted the aging curve. It's ready to drink, with strawberry fruit, a dusting of cocoa, a hint of wet cement, and a finish with cola and sassafras.",Nuages,35,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,J. Christopher 2010 Nuages Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-christopher-2010-nuages-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2010,J. Christopher 13.5,White,US,"With a touch of gooseberry and apricot, Amador Foothill's 75% Sauvignon Blanc-25% Semillon blend is clean and easy, with a touch of earthy oak on the finish. A great value for spring and summertime sipping.",,14,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2012 Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2012-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2012,Amador Foothill Winery 14.5,Red,Italy,There's a dark and masculine quality to this Sangiovese from Romagna that makes this wine perfect for pork or breaded veal. Dark cherry and prune are backed by bright acidity.,Pruno Riserva,40,88,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza 2009 Pruno Riserva (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drei-dona-tenuta-palazza-2009-pruno-riserva-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2009,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza 14.1,White,US,"Envy has a very consistent track record with this bottling. The 2011 is typical of the house style, off-dry and honeyed, with pleasant citrus and grass flavors that veer into riper tropical fruits.",,25,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Envy 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envy-2011-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Envy 11,Dessert,Austria,"Sweet and dry, this is a wine that shows its botrytis fruit character right up front. That's paired with orange marmalade and honey to give richness. The finish is light and crisp with acidity.",Beerenauslese,,88,Burgenland,,,Höpler NV Beerenauslese White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopler-nv-beerenauslese-white-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian white blend,,Höpler 12,White,Austria,"Riesling is a rare visitor in the warm climate of Burgenland. But its delicious perfumed acidity is all there, bringing out white peach and lime flavors. Crisp and likely to benefit from a year's aging. Screwcap.",,,88,Burgenland,,,Höpler 2011 Riesling (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopler-2011-riesling-burgenland/,Riesling,2011,Höpler 13.5,Red,Italy,Passo del Lupo (85% Montepulciano with Sangiovese for extra acidity) is aged two years in oak but is nonetheless a strange wine with candied aromas of cassis and raspberry lollipop. It's a curiosity that might not appeal to everyone.,Passo del Lupo Riserva,40,88,Central Italy,Conero,,Fazi Battaglia 2009 Passo del Lupo Riserva (Conero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fazi-battaglia-2009-passo-lupo-riserva-red-conero/,Red Blend,2009,Fazi Battaglia 14,White,Spain,"This small-lot, dry Pedro Ximénez is maderized and oxidized, but also interesting. The nose is waxy and resiny, with dusty peach and apricot aromas. In the mouth, it's complex and mature, however the flavors are bitter and subdued, with corn and wheaty notes. A bready, honeyed finish brings things around. Just 90 cases made.",Ximensis,40,88,Catalonia,Priorat,,Genium Celler 2010 Ximensis Pedro Ximénez (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/genium-celler-2010-ximensis-sherry-pedro-ximenez-priorat/,Pedro Ximénez,2010,Genium Celler 13,White,Spain,"With a burnished gold tint, this oak-aged, mature Godello offers dry citrus aromas, hard spice and barrel notes. The palate is structured and holding its own, while oaky, oxidized flavors of orange and peach end with almond, wood resin and mature citrus flavors. Drink this interesting but unusual white now.",Herencia del Capricho,62,88,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Gancedo 2007 Herencia del Capricho Godello (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gancedo-2007-herencia-capricho-spanish-white-godello-bierzo/,Godello,2007,Gancedo 12.5,Red,France,"Stalky wine, its black currant fruits tight and still developing. It has a juicy character that comes from the intense youthful acidity and that will blend over the next 4–5 years.",Cru de Plouget,,88,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Dupeyrat Plouget 2010 Cru de Plouget (Côtes de Bourg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dupeyrat-plouget-2010-cru-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Dupeyrat Plouget 13.5,Rose,France,"A delightfully clean and fruity wine, the epitome of Provence rosé. It has fresh acidity, crisp lemon and red currant fruit and just a light sprinkling of spice.",Whispering Angel,20,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château d'Esclans 2012 Whispering Angel Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-desclans-2012-whispering-angel-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château d'Esclans 13.5,Red,France,"A solid, ripe, juicy black fruited wine, delicious already with its fragrant fruits. It has structure that supports the attractive surface, giving shape to this lightly textured wine. Keep for 4–5 years, but also drink now.",,60,88,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château de la Croix 2009 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-croix-2009-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de la Croix 14.5,White,Italy,Sweet peach nectar and fragrant white flower open the nose of this lush Gewürztraminer. The wine feels slightly sweet and sticky on the palate with rich density and a waxy finish.,Sanct Valentin,38,88,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Produttori San Michele Appiano 2011 Sanct Valentin Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-produttori-san-michele-appiano-2011-sanct-valentin-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Cantina Produttori San Michele Appiano 20,Dessert,US,"The alcohol on this dessert wine is very high, which gives the wine a hot, glyceriney taste. But the blackberry jam and chocolate fruit easily stands up to it. The result is vaguely Port-like, and sweet, but crisp with acidity, and made for drinking now.",Que Sera,30,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,B&E 2006 Que Sera Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-e-2006-que-sera-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2006,B&E 14,Red,Spain,"This straightforward, perfectly clean blend of Carignan, Syrah and Garnacha would function as a great everyday house red. It's lively and a little racy and grating on the palate, with standard, fresh berry flavors touched up by a sprinkle of chocolaty oak. A modest finish keeps the vibe positive.",Blau,12,88,Catalonia,Montsant,,Can Blau 2010 Blau Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/can-blau-2010-blau-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2010,Can Blau 14.4,Red,US,"Though not indicated on the label, once again the Morrison Lane vineyard—the oldest Syrah planting in Walla Walla—is the source of the fruit. The wine is peppery and tannic, with cherry fruit and dried herbal accents. There's a whiff of toast in the finish.",,32,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Bunchgrass 2009 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunchgrass-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2009,Bunchgrass 14,Red,Spain,"Scratchy plum and raspberry aromas are fresh and forward, while the mouthfeel follows suit; it's juicy, with narrowing acidity and brightness. Flavors of raspberry, plum and cherry end zesty and long, with crisp acidity maintaining focus. This is a blend of Carignan (Mazuelo), Garnacha and Syrah.",,13,88,Catalonia,Montsant,,Bula 2010 Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bula-2010-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2010,Bula 14,Red,Spain,"This unusual varietal wine hits with a giant wall of herbal aromas that suggest tomato leaf, oregano and basil. The palate is firm and structured in feel, with smacking tannins and flavors of dark berry fruits, green herbs and coffee. A peppery tasting finish with residual green flavors and mocha works for this decidedly herbal-leaning but high-quality wine. Drink now.",Inspiración,45,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2005 Inspiración (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2005-inspiracion-spanish-red-maturana-rioja/,Maturana,2005,Bodegas Valdemar 13.5,Red,Italy,"This red blend from Umbria offers a decadent bouquet that consists of rich chocolate and bright cherry intensity. The wine is smooth and chewy with a plush, velvety texture.",Elicius,,88,Central Italy,Umbria,,Castello di Montegiove 2008 Elicius Red (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-montegiove-2008-elicius-red-umbria/,Red Blend,2008,Castello di Montegiove 14.5,Red,Spain,"This is a big, modern, warm Garnacha with a lot of oak and vanilla on the bouquet as well as blackberry and cassis. It's jammy on the tongue, but there's enough acidity to keep the pulse up. Dark black cherry, berry and rubbery flavors are followed by end-notes of raisin, chocolate and vanilla.",Fauno Organic Grapes,40,88,Catalonia,Priorat,,Casa Rojo 2009 Fauno Organic Grapes Garnacha (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-rojo-2009-fauno-organic-grapes-grenache-garnacha-priorat/,Garnacha,2009,Casa Rojo 14.9,Red,US,"Sourced from dry farmed, organic vines planted in 1918, Carol Shelton's Monga is a mouthful of a wine, layered with cinnamon spice, blueberry, chocolate and oak, and still very concentrated and dry, with room to grow and mellow.","Monga Zin, Lopez Vineyard",21,88,California,South Coast,Cucamonga Valley,"Carol Shelton 2009 Monga Zin, Lopez Vineyard Zinfandel (Cucamonga Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2009-monga-zin-lopez-vineyard-zinfandel-south-coast-cucamonga-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Carol Shelton 13.9,Red,US,"A little spare in concentration, yet elegantly constructed, with vibrant acidity and some firm tannins framing pomegranate, sour-cherry candy, mushroom, baking spice and toast flavors.",Westside Road Neighbors,69,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2011 Westside Road Neighbors Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2011-westside-road-neighbors-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Williams Selyem 13.5,White,US,"Sourced from the Dineen vineyard in the heart of the Yakima valley, this cool site in a cool vintage puts the emphasis on botanical aromatics and a vivid, penetrating palate of citrus skin and flesh.",StevensDivio,21,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2011 StevensDivio Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2011-stevensdivio-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2011,Stevens 14.4,Red,US,"This is a sweetly gentle, attractive wine for drinking now with steak, lamb chops or any meat with a smoky, charred edge. It shows delicious cherry pie, moo shu plum sauce and spice flavors, with a silky texture. Made from 100% Grenache, it's balanced by fine acidity. The oak influence is rich but subtle.",,40,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Scratch 2011 Grenache (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scratch-2011-grenache-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Grenache,2011,Scratch 13.5,Red,France,"Produced by the winemaking team of Château Giscours in Margaux, this is impressive for a simple Bordeaux. It has weight, rich blackberry fruits, structure and concentration. It could even age.",,,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Petite Sirène 2010 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petite-sirene-2010-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Petite Sirène 13.5,Red,Italy,"You can recognize the Sagrantino grape instantly, even when it is present in small quantities. This Montefalco Rosso is comprised of 70% Sangiovese, 15% Sagrantino and 15% Colorino and shows a dark color with rich berry and spice aromas. The fresh acidity would pair with pasta with cheese or cream.",,25,89,Central Italy,Montefalco Rosso,,Perticaia 2009 Montefalco Rosso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perticaia-2009-red-montefalco-rosso/,Red Blend,2009,Perticaia 14.1,Red,US,"Trine, named for the three main partners at Pepper Bridge winery, is predominantly equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with a final 12% of the blend divvied up among the other three Bordeaux red grapes. It shows good balance and complexity, phenolic ripeness, texture and herbal detail. But despite so many good traits, it has less concentration than most wines in its price category.",Trine,60,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Pepper Bridge 2009 Trine Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-bridge-2009-trine-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Pepper Bridge 15.5,Red,US,"Sourced from one of the older vineyards in the region, Mettler has stayed true to Lodi's larger Zinfandel style with Epicenter, a wine that's black as night with notes of dark berry, plum, tar and brick, as well as a hint of tobacco and dark chocolate. Layered and complex, it's full bodied, but retains enough acidity to taste balanced despite its oak and ample alcohol. Enjoy with hearty fare.",Epicenter Old Vine,20,89,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Mettler Family Vineyards 2010 Epicenter Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mettler-family-2010-epicenter-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2010,Mettler Family Vineyards 12.5,Rose,France,"Extra fruity, packed with strawberry and crisp red currants flavors, this is all freshness, richness and clean acidity. It has some weight but this just emphasizes the fruitiness.",Château Beaulieu,16,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Gassier 2012 Château Beaulieu Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gassier-2012-chateau-beaulieu-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Gassier 14,Red,Spain,"For Toro, this is earthy and slightly herbal as opposed to ripe and jammy. Aromas of mulch, leather and herbal berry lead into a firm, rocky palate with rooty flavors of burnt leaves, black fruits and oregano. A tight, compact finish with moderate flavors is a bit closed and hard.",,28,89,Northern Spain,Toro,,Elias Mora 2010 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elias-mora-2010-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2010,Elias Mora 12.5,Rose,France,"Lively, crisp wine from an estate founded by the Knights Templar in the 13th century. It is full of delicious red fruits, light acidity and a nervy, mineral aftertaste.",,19,89,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Commanderie de la Bargemone 2012 Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/commanderie-bargemone-2012-rose-coteaux-daix-en/,Rosé,2012,Commanderie de la Bargemone ,Red,France,"Château Magnol, owned by negociant Barton & Guestier, has produced a 2011 that is wood-laden at this stage. It boasts tannins, a tight line in black currant fruit, and a dry core of wood. This needs at least three years to round out and soften.",,,87,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Magnol 2011 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-magnol-2011-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Magnol 14.5,Red,US,"Peppery and tasting of freshly picked blackberries, Haraszthy's old-vine Lodi Zinfandel has a gamy, austere, dusty quality, and is more restrained than in some years past. Pair with anything grilled.",Old Vine,20,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Haraszthy 2010 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haraszthy-2010-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2010,Haraszthy 14,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Sangiovese from Central Italy opens with sweet notes of candied fruit and cherry followed by a light and lean feeling in the mouth. Try pairing it with a simple pizza marinara (with tomato, garlic and oregano).",Petrignone Riserva,17,87,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Tre Monti 2009 Petrignone Riserva (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-monti-2009-petrignone-riserva-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2009,Tre Monti 13.8,White,US,"Good acidity in this Gewürz, with spice, orange and wildflower flavors that finish clean and off-dry. With moderate alcohol, it's easy to drink now.",Estate,18,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Balletto 2010 Estate Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balletto-2010-estate-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Balletto 13.3,Red,France,"Firmly tannic yet with the potential of good black currant fruit, this is a fine reflection of the vintage, rich and fruity, layered with considerably fresh acidity. Drink now, or give it a year.",,,87,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Grands Terroirs de France 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grands-terroirs-france-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Grands Terroirs de France 13.5,White,US,"Tastes like the grapes really struggled to get ripe in this chilly vintage. The wine is bone dry and tantalizing in acidity, with green flavors of chlorophyll and gooseberry that just manage to veer into Meyer lemons. Difficult on its own, but gains a few points for elegance and a clean, steely minerality.",,25,87,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Mayacamas 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayacamas-2011-sauvignon-blanc-napa-mount-veeder/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Mayacamas 15,Red,France,"This is super-rich, but wears its high alcohol lightly. That gives great full fruit, blackberry flavors, a juicy ripe wine that balances the wood and acidity to give fine potential for a year's time.",Grand Cru,,86,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Grands Terroirs de France 2010 Grand Cru (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grands-terroirs-france-2010-grand-cru-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Grands Terroirs de France 13.5,Red,Italy,"Thin, bright and easy-going, this food friendly Montepulciano offers immediate tones of cherry and blackberry followed by a mild and gentle mouthfeel.",,,86,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,San Lorenzo 2009 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-lorenzo-2009-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2009,San Lorenzo 12.5,White,Austria,"Creamy textured wine, soft and ripe. It has attractive pure acidity that lies lightly on the palate, blended well with riper red apple, pear and just crisp acidity. Ready to drink in six months. Screwcap.",,10,86,Niederösterreich,,,Winzer Krems 2012 Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2012-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Winzer Krems 12.5,Rose,France,"Crisply light and fresh, this is a bright and clean wine. It's just touched by vanilla that goes well with the refreshing acidity. No complexity, just easy drinking. Screwcap.",Terres de Saint-Louis,11,86,Provence,Coteaux Varois en Provence,,Estandon 2012 Terres de Saint-Louis Rosé (Coteaux Varois en Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estandon-2012-terres-saint-louis-rose-coteaux-varois-en/,Rosé,2012,Estandon 13,Red,US,"Like its stablemates, the Elton bottling has dropped more than a point of alcohol in 2010, and the winery's lineup overall tilts toward the thin and herbal. Here the cranberry fruit shows little charm. There's a spine of iron and a finish amply loaded with flavors of herb and earth.",Elton,45,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2010 Elton Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2010-elton-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Willamette Valley Vineyards 14.4,Red,US,"Enormously ripe cherry, red currant, licorice and cocoa flavors star in this softly tannic wine. It tastes lush and ripe, the result of a massively fruity extract, caramel-like oak notes and glycerols.",,65,86,California,Napa,St. Helena,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/materra-2009-cunat-family-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 13.8,White,US,"Sweet vanilla, white sugar and orange jam flavors mark this Chardonnay. It has excellent acidity, and some stony, minerally notes. Despite the esteemed vineyard source, it's too oaky, and lacking in subtlety.",Hyde Vineyard,40,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Stomping Girl 2011 Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stomping-girl-2011-hyde-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Stomping Girl 14.5,White,US,"Elegant, dryish to off-dry and crisp in acidity, this Sauvignon Blanc has forward flavors of gooseberries, limes, white sugar and vanilla. It's clean and fine to drink now.",,22,86,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Star Lane Vineyard 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/star-lane-vineyard-2011-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Star Lane Vineyard 14.8,Red,US,"This is soft and jammy, with raspberry, cherry and oak flavors. A pretty wine, with a good tannin-acid balance, for drinking now.",Gracie Creek Vineyards,32,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Muscardini 2010 Gracie Creek Vineyards Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muscardini-2010-gracie-creek-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2010,Muscardini 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a great deal for a soft, plush and easy-drinking Italian red that would pair with lasagna or fettuccine with meat ragù. You will detect fresh notes of blackberry and blueberry as well as dried aromas of cassis and candied raspberry.",È 100 Per Cento,11,86,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Orion Wine 2011 È 100 Per Cento (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orion-wine-2011-e-100-per-cento-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2011,Orion Wine 13,White,Italy,"Made in a familiar style for those who enjoy easy and fresh Pinot Grigio, Borgo Crosaris is appropriate for informal summer lunches on the patio. Citrus, peach and cut grass are the most obvious aromatic elements.",Borgo Crosaris,16,86,,Friuli,,Tenute Grandi & Gabana 2011 Borgo Crosaris Pinot Grigio (Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-grandi-gabana-2011-borgo-crosaris-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Tenute Grandi & Gabana 13,Rose,Italy,This lovely rosato (made with the Montepulciano grape) would pair with spicy Indian dishes or Thai curry. The wine opens with a bright pink color and segues to ripe fruit and wild berry aromas.,,11,86,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Talamonti 2012 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talamonti-2012-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2012,Talamonti 13.5,Red,Italy,"Perfect for wood fired flatbread or bruschetta with thick slices of prosciutto, this bright Italian red is redolent of cherry, blackberry and a touch of bitter almond on the close.",Jorio,17,86,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Umani Ronchi 2010 Jorio (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umani-ronchi-2010-jorio-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2010,Umani Ronchi 13.6,Red,US,"This has a hard shell keeping it closed down, despite hours of airing. Cranberry fruit with a hint of mineral seems to quickly hit a wall and stop short. More bottle age may help to open it up a bit.",La Colina Vineyard,55,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Torii Mor 2010 La Colina Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2010-colina-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Torii Mor 13,White,Chile,"For a spring or summer sipper, this fits the bill. The nose is neutral except for light apple, pear and lime aromas. In the mouth, it's zesty and linear, with acidic cut. Flavors of white pepper powder, fresh yellow pepper and citrus lead to a crisp, clean finish.",Selección del Directorio Gran Reserva Cool Coastal Vineyard,10,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Helena 2012 Selección del Directorio Gran Reserva Cool Coastal Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-helena-2012-seleccion-directorio-gran-reserva-cool-coastal-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Santa Helena 14,Red,Chile,"Crusty cherry and cassis aromas come with mineral notes and scents of wet clay, hard spice and animal hide. The palate is medium in power and not that structured, with chunky black-fruit flavors offset by spice notes. A baked, dry feeling finish falls off toward herbal.",Sophia Gran Reserva,15,86,Curicó Valley,,,San Nicolas 2010 Sophia Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-nicolas-2010-sophia-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,San Nicolas 12.5,Red,France,"One of the labels from the Bonnet vineyard of André Lurton, this red follows the approachable, fruity style of these wines. Red berry fruits and soft tannins make it already drinkable.",,17,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Tour de Bonnet 2010 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-bonnet-2010-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tour de Bonnet 15.5,Dessert,US,"Sweet with raspberry jam, cherry liqueur and vanilla cream flavors, this is a good dessert wine. But it could be a lot better if it were more intense. The finish trails off a little.",Sweet Clémentine,65,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clos Solène 2010 Sweet Clémentine Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-solene-2010-sweet-clementine-grenache-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache,2010,Clos Solène 12,White,Italy,"This bright white wine opens with pretty touches of apricot, melon and citrus all presented with delicately measured intensity. In the mouth, the wine is light and lean.",Déjà V,15,86,Central Italy,Offida Passerina,,Domodimonti 2010 Déjà V (Offida Passerina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domodimonti-2010-deja-v-italian-white-passerina-offida-passerina/,Passerina,2010,Domodimonti 12.5,Rose,France,An attractively fresh rosé with no complexity but crisp pleasure from the wild strawberry fruits and light acidity. Enjoy as an aperitif.,Ormilles,,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Gassier 2012 Ormilles Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gassier-2012-ormilles-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Gassier 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is an alcoholic expression of Sangiovese from Romagna in Central Italy with a gritty texture and savory aromas of cured meat, leather and dark fruit. A note of crushed mineral reinforces the wine's overall dryness and austerity.",Predappio di Predappio Vigna del Generale Riserva Nicolucci,28,86,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna,,Fattoria Casetto dei Mandorli 2009 Predappio di Predappio Vigna del Generale Riserva Nicolucci (Sangiovese di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-casetto-mandorli-2009-predappio-predappio-vigna-generale-riserva-nicolucci-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna/,Sangiovese,2009,Fattoria Casetto dei Mandorli 13,White,Italy,"Great for salads or spicy Thai appetizers, this easy white wine opens with aromas of white flower, honey, stone fruit and fresh peach. In the mouth, it is balanced and slightly creamy.",Casale Vecchio,20,86,Central Italy,Terre di Chieti,,Farnese 2011 Casale Vecchio Pecorino (Terre di Chieti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farnese-2011-casale-vecchio-italian-white-pecorino-terre-chieti/,Pecorino,2011,Farnese 12,White,Italy,"Surely, not many wine lovers have heard of the Cococciola grape from Central Italy. Here's your chance to taste it. Fresh and fragrant, the wine offers lush aromas of honey, jasmine and exotic fruit.",Casale Vecchio,20,86,Central Italy,Terre di Chieti,,Farnese 2011 Casale Vecchio Cococciola (Terre di Chieti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farnese-2011-casale-vecchio-italian-white-cococciola-terre-chieti/,Cococciola,2011,Farnese 14.2,Red,US,"In much the same mold as its companion, the ghost in the machine Red, this is almost all Syrah, with a bit more bite and focus. Purple plum fruit glides smoothly into a lightly toasty finish. A fine every day red with plenty of flavor.",,13,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),the Ghost of 413 2010 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-413-2010-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,the Ghost of 413 15.7,Red,US,"This is a linebacker wine, at 15.7% abv, bursting with roasted coffee, licorice and dry tannins all around. Soft, supple and round, and fully concentrated, the finish could use a bit more harrumph. The back label's suggestion to pair this wine with short ribs is a good call.",Old Vine,35,86,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Trinitas 2010 Old Vine Petite Sirah (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinitas-2010-old-vine-petite-sirah-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Petite Sirah,2010,Trinitas 13,White,Italy,"This pretty Pecorino opens with bright tones of apricot and honey followed by a thick, viscous mouthfeel. Pair it with asparagus or creamy artichoke risotto.",,19,86,Central Italy,Colline Pescaresi,,Torre Raone 2010 Pecorino (Colline Pescaresi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-raone-2010-italian-white-pecorino-colline-pescaresi/,Pecorino,2010,Torre Raone 14,White,Chile,"For a large-production wine (47,000 cases made), this is nice and easy to drink. Tropical fruit aromas are lightly citric. In the mouth, this is fresh and easy, with nectarine and tangerine flavors. Freshness and simplicity are this wine's calling card.",Aliwen Reserva,13,86,Curicó and Leyda Valleys,,,Undurraga 2012 Aliwen Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó and Leyda Valleys),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2012-aliwen-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-curico-leyda-valleys/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Undurraga 13,Red,Italy,This easy blend of Sangiovese (80%) and Cabernet Sauvignon represents the quintessential pizza wine thanks to its bright acidity that counters melted mozzarella and its easy berry aromas that promise not to overwhelm the other toppings. Cherries and blueberries add zest and freshness.,Moma,16,86,Central Italy,Rubicone,,Umberto Cesari 2009 Moma Red (Rubicone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umberto-cesari-2009-moma-red-rubicone/,Red Blend,2009,Umberto Cesari 13.5,Red,Italy,"From the little-known Rubicone appellation in Central Italy, this blend of Sangiovese (70%) and Cabernet Sauvignon shows great aspirations. Ultimately, the wine delivers its promise only in part. The fruit tones are dark and jammy and there's a toasted note of tar or black rubber at the back.",Liano,40,86,Central Italy,Rubicone,,Umberto Cesari 2008 Liano Red (Rubicone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umberto-cesari-2008-liano-red-rubicone/,Red Blend,2008,Umberto Cesari 12.2,White,US,"Sweet with 30 g/L of residual sugar, Sorelle's Muscat Canelli is light on its feet, and easy to enjoy in a picnic setting or leisurely coast through the California Delta through Lodi. At only 12.2 percent alcohol, it'll make you happy without a headache.",Sogno Dolce,18,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sorelle Winery 2012 Sogno Dolce Muscat Canelli (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorelle-winery-2012-sogno-dolce-muscat-canelli-central-valley-lodi/,Muscat Canelli,2012,Sorelle Winery 13.5,White,Austria,"Super-ripe wine that shows plenty of warm, aromatic Chardonnay fruits. White plums are balanced by intense spicy acidity with a more rounded core. The wine has a weight and richness that is cut by a grapefruit freshness. Screwcap.",Heideboden,17,86,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 2012 Heideboden Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-hans-und-christine-2012-heideboden-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2012,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 13,Red,Austria,"Soft, earthy, full-bodied wine. It has attractive red berry fruits, light tannins, a juicy wine that has open fruit flavors. Drink now. Screwcap.",Zwickl,20,86,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 2009 Zwickl Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-hans-und-christine-2009-zwickl-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2009,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 13,Red,Italy,This Rosso Conero (mostly Montepulciano with a small element of Sangiovese) proves to be a simple and fresh option that would work with pasta or chicken roast.,,15,86,Central Italy,Rosso Conero,,Fazi Battaglia 2011 Rosso Conero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fazi-battaglia-2011-red-rosso-conero/,Red Blend,2011,Fazi Battaglia 12.5,White,Italy,"Colleventano (100% Pecorino) is aged in stainless steel to enhance the grape's natural aromas of ripe peach, candied fruit, sage and lemon. The wine is bright and dense on the palate with a playful touch of almond marzipan on the close.",Colleventano,17,86,Central Italy,Colli Aprutini,,Fattoria Giuseppe Savini 2011 Colleventano Pecorino (Colli Aprutini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-giuseppe-savini-2011-colleventano-italian-white-pecorino-colli-aprutini/,Pecorino,2011,Fattoria Giuseppe Savini 12.9,White,US,"An aromatically reticent wine with notes of mineral, apple, and spice. It drinks just a hair off-dry with tart green apple flavors and sharp edged acids making for a pleasant summer afternoon sipper.",,20,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Pyrenees 2011 Pinot Gris (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pyrenees-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,Pyrenees 13.5,Red,Spain,"Jammy, mildly green aromas of tobacco, cherry and blueberry shed clarity with airing. This blend of Tempranillo, Cabernet and Merlot is high in acid, a touch abrasive and hollow in the midpalate, with green-leaning, minty flavors of blackberry and plum. This finishes acidic, with some scour.",1423 Reserva,25,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Príncipe de Viana 2007 1423 Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-viana-2007-1423-reserva-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2007,Príncipe de Viana 12.5,White,Italy,There's a spicy touch of white pepper or dried sage backed by peach and melon that gives this Friulano extra lift and intensity. It feels simple and thin in the mouth but it does shows signs of territorial identity thanks to its unique bouquet.,D'Adda,16,86,,Friuli Grave,,Conte Brandolini 2011 D'Adda Friulano (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conte-brandolini-2011-dadda-italian-white-friulano-friuli-grave/,Friulano,2011,Conte Brandolini 14.6,Red,US,"This single vineyard Carmenere from the Horse Heaven Hills is 100% varietal with notes of freshly cut bell pepper and cherry. It's tart fruit flavors are backed by (quite) dry, grainy tannins.",Phinny Hill Vineyard,28,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Clearwater Canyon 2010 Phinny Hill Vineyard Carmenère (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clearwater-canyon-2010-phinny-hill-vineyard-carmenere-other/,Carmenère,2010,Clearwater Canyon 12.6,Red,US,"Plenty of tart, savory fruit in this Pinot, with cherries and pomegranates turning a little earthy and tomatoey. Brightened with tart acidity, it's an easy wine to drink now.",,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz County,Ghostwriter 2011 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghostwriter-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Ghostwriter 13.5,White,Chile,"Salinic, minerally aromas come with citrus and passion fruit notes. This Central Valley SB feels round and medium in terms of intensity, with melony, green-leaning flavors of lime. On the finish, pithy grapefruit flavors end with mild bitterness.",,12,86,Central Valley,,,Rios de Chile 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rios-chile-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Rios de Chile 13.5,Red,Austria,"Juicy, light in color and texture, the wine is ready to drink with its soft red fruits and fine tannins. The acidity gives a little lift at the end. Screwcap.",,,86,Burgenland,,,Höpler 2009 Pinot Noir (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopler-2009-pinot-noir-burgenland/,Pinot Noir,2009,Höpler 12,White,France,"Classic, open, herbaceous fruit flavors with attractive light acidity and a perfumed character from the Muscadelle in the blend. The wine is fruity, crisp citrus and lively final freshness. Screwcap.",,15,86,Bordeaux,Entre-Deux-Mers,,Château Tour de Bonnet 2012 Entre-Deux-Mers,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-bonnet-2012-white-entre-deux-mers/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Tour de Bonnet 13.5,Red,France,"Rich, wood-aged wine that shows ripe blackberry juice flavors to balance the firm tannins. It has good depth, structure and weight, a ripe and good value Bordeaux.",Vieilles VIgnes,,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Saintongey 2010 Vieilles VIgnes (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saintongey-2010-vieilles-vignes-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Saintongey 13,White,France,"Herbaceous in character, this a crisp, lemon-scented wine, still so young and fresh. With its tangy character, it could well age for several months more.",,23,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Roubine 2012 White (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roubine-2012-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2012,Château Roubine 13,White,Spain,"Sweet melon, peach and vanilla aromas come with a tropical leaning. The mouthfeel trends toward flat, while modest flavors of apple and melon are supported by soft, melony acidity. While this is good, it's on the flat and flabby side.",,23,86,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Casal Novo 2011 Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casal-novo-2011-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2011,Casal Novo 12.5,White,US,"This wine is a little short and abupt on the finish. It's very similar to a minor Chardonnay, with buttercream, vanilla and tropical and citrus fruits. The acidity is quite brisk, like a squirt of lime.",,21,86,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2011 Aligoté (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2011-other-white-aligote-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Aligoté,2011,Calera 14.6,Red,US,"At the age of nearly five years, this Syrah is soft, mellow and sweet. It has flavors of raspberry jam, bacon, brown sugar and cinnamon spice. Won't get any better, so drink up.",,60,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Azari 2008 Shiraz (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azari-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-sonoma-coast/,Shiraz,2008,Azari 13.9,Red,US,"A nicely balanced red blend, this is high toned with smooth tannins and dark cherry and plum flavors amid a twist of black licorice. A fine wine for a crowd or easy mid-week drinking.",Lucca,10,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Courtney Benham 2011 Lucca Red (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2011-lucca-red-north-coast/,Red Blend,2011,Courtney Benham 13,White,US,"This wine is straight down the fairway, clean and simple with medium to full bodied yellow apple notes and a touch of residual sugar.",The Expedition Pinot Gris,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Canoe Ridge 2012 The Expedition Pinot Gris Pinot Gris (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-2012-expedition-pinot-gris-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Pinot Gris,2012,Canoe Ridge 13,Rose,France,"The second wine of Château Coussin, owned by the Sumeire family, is from a parcel of vines in the main vineyard. It gives a rounded wine, soft, red fruited, crisp and clean. A delicious aperitif style.",La Croix du Prieur,16,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Coussin 2012 La Croix du Prieur Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coussin-2012-croix-prieur-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château Coussin 13.5,Red,Chile,"This Maule Malbec opens with pinched, herbal aromas of cherry and berry mixed with leather. The palate is fresh and zesty, almost to the point of being lean and scouring, with red plum, raspberry, cherry and a touch of vanilla. A quick finish that's tangy is the final act.",La Porfia Gran Reserve,20,86,Maule Valley,,,Botalcura 2010 La Porfia Gran Reserve Malbec (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botalcura-2010-porfia-gran-reserve-malbec-maule-valley/,Malbec,2010,Botalcura 14.4,Red,US,"Largely tannic and bearing a lot of oak, Amador Foothill's Sangiovese is more savory than sweet, with leather, mocha and herbs rising to the top in taste.",Estate Bottled,18,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2009 Estate Bottled Sangiovese (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2009-estate-bottled-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Sangiovese,2009,Amador Foothill Winery 14.5,Red,US,"There's some sharpness in this wine, as well as a touch of unripeness. Still, it offers plenty of raspberry and cherry fruit, and is nice and silky, with plenty of sweet oak. Not likely to develop, so drink up.",BCD Vineyard Estate,38,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Balletto 2011 BCD Vineyard Estate Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balletto-2011-bcd-vineyard-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Balletto 9,White,Germany,"Intense tangerine notes are flecked with hints of powdered sugar, dried herbs and potpourri on this pleasant off-dry Riesling. It's easy drinking with lush, slightly overripe fruit, but finishes quite dry with a steely, honeyed feel.",Bereich Bernkastel,13,86,Mosel,,,Adolph Mueller 2011 Bereich Bernkastel Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adolph-mueller-2011-bereich-bernkastel-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Adolph Mueller 13.9,Red,US,"A moderately aromatic Merlot with notes of raspberry, ash, and herbs. Completely coats the palate with an unusually chalky, thick feel.",The Expedition Merlot,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Canoe Ridge 2011 The Expedition Merlot Merlot (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-2011-expedition-merlot-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Merlot,2011,Canoe Ridge 13,Red,France,"Now mature, this is a softly fruity wine, its cherry and black currant fruits attractive rounded out by the gentle tannins. There is a dry core that comes with touches of wood and acidity. Not for aging.",,,86,Bordeaux,Côtes de Castillon,,Château de Belcier 2007 Côtes de Castillon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belcier-2007-red-cotes-castillon/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château de Belcier 14.2,Red,US,"This Triolet is two thirds Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Cab Franc and 6% Petit Verdot. Despite two years in French oak barrels, 30% new, it carries a strong herbal note in the nose, that carries all through the palate. Stem, herb and pepper are the dominant flavors, along with tart, compact red berries.",Triolet,28,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Bunchgrass 2009 Triolet Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunchgrass-2009-triolet-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Bunchgrass 14,Red,Italy,"From the Rosso Orvietano appellation in Central Italy, this red blend opens with easy fruit tones of cherry and forest fruit followed by light spice shadings. It would make a great pairing next to grilled pork chops.",Mimoso,,86,Central Italy,Orvieto,,Castello di Montegiove 2009 Mimoso (Orvieto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-montegiove-2009-mimoso-red-orvieto/,Red Blend,2009,Castello di Montegiove 14.5,Red,Spain,"Boysenberry aromas are modest and lack spine. In the mouth, this is standard, with oak-based flavors of toast, chocolate and vanilla on top of generic berry. The finish is thick and oaky, with a touch of raisiny flavor.",V,40,86,Northern Spain,Vino de Calidad de Valtiendas,,Vivencias 2009 V Tempranillo (Vino de Calidad de Valtiendas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivencias-2009-v-tempranillo-vino-calidad-valtiendas/,Tempranillo,2009,Vivencias 14,Red,Chile,"This is a good but generic Chilean Cabernet, meaning it's a bit herbal and fiery, with eucalyptus on the nose. In the mouth, this is medium in intensity and modest in character. Flavors of herbal red berry, carob and dried leaves end with a touch of heat.",Reserva,,86,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Pérez Cruz 2010 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-perez-cruz-2010-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Viña Pérez Cruz 13.5,Red,Chile,"After a gritty, fruity smelling opening, this Cabernet-led blend offers fresh, easy flavors of raspberry and plum that conclude simply, light and mellow. This is a fresh, fruity style of red wine with little oak that's more than appealing for the price.",Wetland Winemaker's Selection,10,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Yali 2011 Wetland Winemaker's Selection Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yali-2011-wetland-winemakers-selection-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2011,Yali 15.2,Red,US,"High alcohol gives this wine a jalapeño-pepper heat, while extremely ripe grapes bring the blackberry and cherry flavors over the line into currants, raisins and prunes. An extreme, but classic, example of its superripe style.",Bertoli Vineyard Leras Ranches,30,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Woodenhead 2010 Bertoli Vineyard Leras Ranches Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodenhead-2010-bertoli-vineyard-leras-ranches-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Woodenhead 11.5,Rose,Austria,"A deliciously fragrant, fresh wine, bright and lively. It has intense, tangy acidity that cuts right through red currant and raspberry fruit flavors. Ready to go now. Screwcap.",Sandgrube 13 Rosé,10,86,Niederösterreich,,,Winzer Krems 2012 Sandgrube 13 Rosé Zweigelt (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2012-sandgrube-13-rose-other-red-zweigelt-niederosterreich/,Zweigelt,2012,Winzer Krems 13.5,Red,US,"Sometimes, all you need is an easy Cabernet, and this is one of the more accessible ones out there. For the price, it shows Cabernet-style character and plenty of easy drinkability.",,11,86,California,California Other,California,Greystone 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greystone-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Greystone 12,White,Italy,Passerina is a white grape from Central Italy that has enjoyed an enormous growth in popularity and quality in recent years. This expression offers notes of candied or exotic fruit with subtle tones of apricot and pear at the back. There's a nice feeling of thickness as well that would pair with white meat or shellfish.,Rondineto,12,86,Central Italy,Colli Aprutini,,Fattoria Giuseppe Savini 2011 Rondineto Passerina (Colli Aprutini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-giuseppe-savini-2011-rondineto-italian-white-passerina-colli-aprutini/,Passerina,2011,Fattoria Giuseppe Savini 12.5,White,Chile,"The nose on this racy SB provides a combo of stalky citrus, minerality and tangerine. The palate feels light, zingy and fairly innocuous, while flavors of green herbs, lime, green apple and lemon finish mild and a bit washed out. This will function best as a well-chilled summer quaffer.",,13,86,Limarí Valley,,,Peñalolen 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penalolen-2012-sauvignon-blanc-limari-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Peñalolen 13.5,Red,Spain,"For a fresh, lighter-bodied style of Ribera del Duero, this is pretty good. The nose is herbal and suggests tomato, thyme and dry cherry. The mouth is tight and drawing, with dry raspberry, herb and vanilla flavors that end mildly. Drink this fresh, modest wine now.",Roble,22,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Mesoneros de Castilla 2008 Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mesoneros-castilla-2008-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Mesoneros de Castilla 14.8,Red,US,"This soft, gentle wine is ready to drink now with umami-rich meats, especially charcuterie. It has very rich flavors of raspberry jam, baking spices and toast.",,25,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Minassian-Young 2010 Mourvèdre (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/minassian-young-2010-mourvedre-central-coast-paso-robles/,Mourvèdre,2010,Minassian-Young 12.5,Rose,France,"Deliciously attractive wine, crisp and clean as possible. It has a light caramel edge along with a more fruity aspect. To finish, the wine is light and bright.",Perle de Roseline,15,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Sainte Roseline 2012 Perle de Roseline Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-roseline-2012-perle-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château Sainte Roseline 13.5,Red,France,"Although the wood aging shows strongly at the moment, there is enough weight of ripe black currant fruits to integrate as the wine matures. Then, it will be a firm-though-fruity wine, solid and chunky.",,15,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Roc Meynard 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roc-meynard-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Roc Meynard 13,Red,Italy,Ancilla is a rustic and raw expression of Montepulciano with a point of dried apple skin followed by bright cherry and raspberry. The mouthfeel is thick and chewy with bright acidity on the close.,Ancilla,15,86,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Ciavolich Giuseppe 2011 Ancilla (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciavolich-giuseppe-2011-ancilla-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2011,Ciavolich Giuseppe 13,Rose,US,"Sobon's dry rosé (made from 96% Grenache grapes and 4% Syrah) is pinkish-red in color, brisk and structured with acidity, and a great, great value to boot. Drink on its own—plenty chilled—or find some fresh seafood and enjoy.",ReZerve,11,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2012 ReZerve Rosé (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2012-rezerve-rose-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Rosé,2012,Sobon Estate 14.5,Red,Chile,"This is a throwback Chilean blend with aromas of tomato leaf, oregano, leather and tobacco along with dried raspberry and cherry. The palate has good flow but is light in weight. Flavors of olive, spice and herbs dominate the wine's light fruit content, while oak and spice flavors control the finish. This is a mix of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.",Anke Blend 1 Cabernet Franc-Petit Verdot,20,86,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2009 Anke Blend 1 Cabernet Franc-Petit Verdot Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2009-anke-blend-1-cabernet-franc-petit-verdot-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Santa Alicia 13,Red,Italy,Sirio is a perfect pizza wine especially if that pie has savory toppings like sausage or spicy pepperoni on it. The wine is aged 12 months in large oak casks for extra softness and a subtle touch of wood spice beyond the bright blackberry and sweet cherry fruit.,Sirio,16,86,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,San Lorenzo 2010 Sirio (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-lorenzo-2010-sirio-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2010,San Lorenzo 13,Red,Italy,This blended red from the little-known Piceno area of Central Italy offers ripe cherry fruit and prune followed by a dusty note of Graham cracker or rye bread.,,,86,Central Italy,Rosso Piceno,,Saladini Pilastri 2011 Rosso Piceno,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saladini-pilastri-2011-red-rosso-piceno/,Red Blend,2011,Saladini Pilastri 13,Red,Italy,"Perfect for meat dishes or grilled lamb chops, this is a lush and soft red wine that offers a cheerful and informal personality. Ripe cherry, prune and light spice make for an easy-drinking proposition.",Piediprato,,86,Central Italy,Rosso Piceno,,Saladini Pilastri 2010 Piediprato (Rosso Piceno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saladini-pilastri-2010-piediprato-red-rosso-piceno/,Red Blend,2010,Saladini Pilastri 14.5,Red,US,"Including nearly a quarter Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Malbec, this estate grown Cabernet Franc is a bit aromatically muted but brings juicy cherry and butterscotch flavors and soft, plush tannins.",,32,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,RoxyAnn 2009 Cabernet Franc (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roxyann-2009-cabernet-franc-southern-rogue-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2009,RoxyAnn 14.4,Red,US,"Sweet scents of toasty oak introduce this Syrah-based red wine. Soft and accessible, it has plenty of vanilla and tobacco notes, along with easy-drinking, light plum fruit.",,13,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),The Ghost in the Machine 2010 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-in-machine-2010-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,The Ghost in the Machine 13.8,White,US,"Simple and satisfying with lots of ripe pineapple jam, orange sorbet, caramel, buttered toast, honey and cinnamon spices, in a creamy texture.",,22,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Jacella 2010 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacella-2010-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2010,Jacella 14.8,Red,US,"Soft, rich and sweet, this is an easy Merlot for drinking now. It has ripe, forward cherry, mocha and oak flavors, with a hint of bacon that suggests pairing with pork-based entrées.",,36,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Kenneth Volk 2008 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenneth-volk-2008-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2008,Kenneth Volk 13.5,Red,Italy,"From the up-and-coming Rosso Piceno appellation on the Adriatic coast of Central Italy, this is a thin and informal red wine with fruity tones of strawberry and blueberry in the spotlight. A touch of sweet coffee or mocha appears as a distant accent on the close.",Montetinello,,86,Central Italy,Rosso Piceno,,Saladini Pilastri 2010 Montetinello (Rosso Piceno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saladini-pilastri-2010-montetinello-red-rosso-piceno/,Red Blend,2010,Saladini Pilastri 13.5,Red,Chile,"This is concentrated and dark in color, with chocolaty berry and plum aromas. A full-bodied, plump and oaky palate houses milk chocolate and herbal blackberry flavors, while a healthy, driving finish with residual oak winds things down.",Sepia Reserva,12,86,Central Valley,,,Vistamar 2011 Sepia Reserva Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistamar-2011-sepia-reserva-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2011,Vistamar 13,White,Chile,"With its soft bouquet and friendly but easygoing melon and apple flavors, this ranks as a good but chunky SB with maturity and moderate oxidation already showing. It's good, tasty and easygoing, but it lacks the sizzle and snap Chilean SB is known for. Drink immediately.",Reserva,15,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Rios de Chile 2012 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rios-chile-2012-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Rios de Chile 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes rich and forward, with cherry pie, blueberry and sandalwood flavors. The color is dark, and the wine is a little too soft, as well as hot in alcohol. Drink up.",Hammerklavier McIntyre Vineyard Pinot Noir-Dornfelder,28,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Ludwig 2010 Hammerklavier McIntyre Vineyard Pinot Noir-Dornfelder Red (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ludwig-2010-hammerklavier-mcintyre-vineyard-pinot-noir-dornfelder-red-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Red Blend,2010,Ludwig 13.6,Red,US,"There are some lean, green peppercorn, mint and herb flavors that suggest unripeness. The chilly vintage appears to have taken its toll, despite some well-oaked raspberry and cherry lushness. Drink up.",La Encantada Vineyard,50,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2011 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2011-encantada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Longoria 14.5,White,US,Round Pond's track record with Sauvignon Blanc is pretty consistent. The wine is rarely great—almost never bad–but frequently satisfactory. The 2012 is one of their better efforts—a little ripe in profile—but clean and savory.,Estate,24,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Round Pond 2012 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/round-pond-2012-estate-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Round Pond 14.5,White,US,"Blended almost equally with Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon, and aged in French oak, this white Bordeaux-style wine has plenty to like. It's ripe in Meyer lemons, limes, tropical fruits and peaches, brightened with crisp acidity. Finishes a little lush and ripe.",Purety,22,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pure Cru 2010 Purety White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pure-cru-2010-purety-white-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Pure Cru 13.5,White,US,"A full-bodied yet crisp Chardonnay, balanced with just a tiny hint of lingering ripeness. Fine for mid-week meals.",,18,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Silver Buckle 2011 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-buckle-2011-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2011,Silver Buckle 14.2,Red,US,"This wine is heavy and full-bodied for Pinot Noir, with soft acids and rich cherry, currant, anise and mocha flavors. Doesn't have the structure for aging, so drink up.",Sonoma Stage VIneyard,45,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Peters Family 2009 Sonoma Stage VIneyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peters-family-2009-sonoma-stage-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Peters Family 13.5,Red,US,"The 2010 Sauce is three quarters Merlot, with Syrah and Malbec filling in the rest. It's a simple, accessible red blend, with accents of cut tobacco over black cherry fruit.",Sauce,12,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Zero One Vintners 2010 Sauce Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zero-one-vintners-2010-sauce-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Zero One Vintners 13,Red,Italy,"This blend of Montepulciano (85%) and Sangiovese is perky and clean with a nice touch of acidity beyond forest fruit, cherry and light shadings of exotic spice. It's solid, simple and easy-drinking.",Serrano,14,86,Central Italy,Rosso Conero,,Umani Ronchi 2011 Serrano (Rosso Conero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umani-ronchi-2011-serrano-red-rosso-conero/,Red Blend,2011,Umani Ronchi 12.5,Red,Italy,Cardomam seed and Indian spice give this wine a sassy and exotic personality. There's also plenty of plush fruit here as well followed by dry notes of crushed mineral at the back.,,10,86,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Natale Verga 2010 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/natale-verga-2010-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2010,Natale Verga 13.3,White,US,"Fermented and aged in stainless steel, this is a lightly aromatic Gris with red apple and apple blossom. It's full bodied with a touch of residual sugar and a zip of acidity. A light ale note makes it seem not entirely finished.",,18,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Wy'East Vineyards 2012 Pinot Gris (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyeast-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Pinot Gris,2012,Wy'East Vineyards 12.1,Red,US,"Fermented in one ton French oak fermenters, this estate grown Pinot Noir from 1980s plantings has notes of cherry, char, and butterscotch. The fruit is on the lighter side of medium bodied with the wood just a bit too heavy for the wine that's in the glass.",,39,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Wy'East Vineyards 2010 Pinot Noir (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyeast-2010-pinot-noir-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Pinot Noir,2010,Wy'East Vineyards 12.5,Red,US,"Released young, this fresh and citrusy wine is all about the fruit. Full in the mouth, it quickly settles into a cherry vanilla mid-palate, and sails on through a clean finish.",Whole Cluster Fermented,22,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2011 Whole Cluster Fermented Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2011-whole-cluster-fermented-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Willamette Valley Vineyards 15,Red,US,"Mango, presumably, is the dog pictured on the label. This is a heavily-extracted, somewhat bitter Merlot, with fruit flavors of blackberry syrup, alcohol at 15%, and still a fair amount of green bitterness to the tannins. Notes of iodine and anise come into play in the finish.",Mango's Vineyard,22,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Passion Vineyards 2009 Mango's Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/passion-2009-mangos-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2009,Passion Vineyards 12.5,White,France,"A rounded wine, herbs, spice and yellow fruits bringing out a full and ripe feel. There is an attractive level of acidity that gives the wine a lively feel while not losing sight of a warm, Mediterranean feel.",,,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Les Vignobles Gueissard 2012 White (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-gueissard-2012-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2012,Les Vignobles Gueissard ,Red,Spain,"The nose on this round, medium-bodied wine is defined by sweet oak and milk chocolate. In the mouth, it's chunky and ripe, with raw tannins. Flavors of sweet, pushy berry fruits and heavy oak lead to a toasty finish with carob and wood flavors. This is good but oak-dominated.",Selección,24,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Elciego 2009 Selección (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-elciego-2009-seleccion-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Marqués de Elciego 13.9,Red,US,"Dry and tannic, this fresh young Cabernet shows good varietal flavors of blackberries and currants, touched by smoky oak. There are some green notes. It's a sound wine, but unlikely to develop, so drink up.",,26,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Justin 12.5,White,Italy,"Ecco Domani delivers consistent, easy-drinking wines that work well on informal occasions, but don't necessarily offer personality or territorial typicity. But we don't always want intellectual wines. If you are hankering for bright citrus and peach with mouth-cleansing acidity, this is a great choice.",Collezione,12,86,,Delle Venezie,,Ecco Domani 2011 Collezione Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ecco-domani-2011-collezione-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Ecco Domani 13.5,Rose,France,"Solid and tannic with a stalky character both from young fruit and acidity. There is structure, black currant fruits and dense, dry tannins. The wine needs to age for at least 3–4 years.",Rouge de Léoube,27,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Léoube 2011 Rouge de Léoube Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoube-2011-rouge-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Château Léoube 12.5,Rose,France,"Bright and crisp with just a touch of vanilla along with the more citrus character. The wine has red berry fruits, a light structure, fragrant, ready to drink.",Breezette,18,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de la Sanglière 2012 Breezette Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sangliere-2012-breezette-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Domaine de la Sanglière 12.5,Rose,France,"Full and rounded, this is a soft wine, more suited to food than as an aperitif. The apple and red currant fruits are textured and spiced with lemon zest and mandarin orange flavors, finishing with some richness.",Vie Vité,18,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Sainte-Marie 2012 Vie Vité Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sainte-marie-2012-vie-vite-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Domaine Sainte-Marie 13.9,White,US,"This ambitious winery continues to struggle to find the formula for pricy Chardonnay. They turn now to this new Sonoma County appellation, but the result is still pretty ordinary. The wine is all about buttered toast, popcorn and fruit jam, with a creamy texture that's universally appealing.",Ma Vie Carol,48,86,California,Sonoma,Pine Mountain-Cloverdale Peak,Captûre 2011 Ma Vie Carol Chardonnay (Pine Mountain-Cloverdale Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capture-2011-ma-vie-carol-chardonnay-sonoma-pine-mountain-cloverdale-peak/,Chardonnay,2011,Captûre 13.5,White,Chile,"Cool-climate aromas of passion fruit, nettle, tarragon and minerality are present in this Chilean SB. It is mostly fresh in the mouth, with body and standard Leyda flavors of citrus, nectarine, green herbs and sea salt. A round, herbal finish is showing a steady pulse that won't last forever. Drink now.",Tributo Single Vineyard Block #Algarrobo,16,86,Leyda Valley,,,Caliterra 2011 Tributo Single Vineyard Block #Algarrobo Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2011-tributo-single-vineyard-block-algarrobo-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Caliterra 14.2,White,US,"Tasty in the modern style, with ripe, forward pineapple, orange, peach jam and buttered toast flavors. There's good acidity, and even a hint of minerals, but the wine ultimately is lushly one-dimensional.",Estate Grown,30,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Broadway Vineyards 2010 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broadway-2010-estate-grown-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2010,Broadway Vineyards 14.1,Red,US,"This is an austere, leathery Cabernet with smooth tannins that will take time to move beyond its more earthy, herbal components and share its blackberry fruit. Pair with a steak in the meantime, preferably in a blackberry reduction sauce, which might coax out more of the wine's flavor.",Else's Reserve,42,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Six Sigma Ranch 2009 Else's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-sigma-ranch-2009-elses-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Six Sigma Ranch 14,Red,Spain,"Leathery, stalky berry aromas are a bit rustic, and so is the feel. But the flavors on this Cabernet from Cariñena are satisfying and forward, suggesting stewed plum, baked berry and sun-drenched warmth. This is almost cooked but it pulls back. At six years of age it is what it is; drink now.",,18,87,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,V&N Cellars 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-n-cellars-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-carinena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,V&N Cellars 12.5,Rose,Italy,"Here's a beautifully colored rosato made from a blend of Merlot, Cabernet, Sangiovese and Aleatico. The bouquet is bright and deeply floral with rose and honeysuckle backed by forest fruit and wild strawberry. The wine shows depth in the mouth with a touch of soft fruitiness on the finish.",,10,87,Central Italy,Umbria,,Vitiano 2012 Rosato (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vitiano-2012-rose-rosato-umbria/,Rosato,2012,Vitiano 13.5,Red,US,"A great-value Barbera sourced from Lodi and entirely barrel-aged, Uvaggio's Italian red is very savory and rich with a mix of leather, cherry, chocolate and perfume. With a small amount of Primitivo in the blend, it'll accompany meats and pastas in red sauce as well as drink nicely on its own, the acidity standing up to a wide range of earthy dishes.",,20,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Uvaggio 2010 Barbera (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/uvaggio-2010-barbera-central-valley-lodi/,Barbera,2010,Uvaggio 14,Red,Chile,"This opens hard and crusty, but with airing it softens as chocolate, plastic, creamy oak and spice aromas emerge. The palate is compact and fairly full bodied, with herbal, roasted, leathery tasting berry flavors that end with savory, oaky notes. Overall, this is a good blend of Cabernet and Carmenère.",Aliwen Reserva,13,87,Rapel Valley,,,Undurraga 2011 Aliwen Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2011-aliwen-reserva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2011,Undurraga 13.5,Red,Italy,"San Lorenzo opens with bright cherry fruit and blueberry with subtle background notes of almond paste and dried tobacco. Overall, this clean and fresh red wine would pair with roast chicken or turkey.",San Lorenzo,17,87,Central Italy,Rosso Conero,,Umani Ronchi 2010 San Lorenzo (Rosso Conero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umani-ronchi-2010-san-lorenzo-italian-red-montepulciano-rosso-conero/,Montepulciano,2010,Umani Ronchi 13.5,White,US,"This big-production wine from Stag's Leap hits all the popular Chardonnay buttons. It's soft and sweet, with orange and pineapple jam, buttercream, vanilla and toast flavors, brightened by crisp acidity. The grapes come from the cooler, southern parts of the valley.",KARIA,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2011 KARIA Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2011-karia-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 12.5,White,Spain,"Peach and melon aromas are holding onto their freshness, while the palate shows a soft side and modest acidity. Tropical flavors of mango, melon and pineapple finish with nectarine notes and a touch of bitter peach pit. Drink as soon as possible.",,16,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Serra da Estrela 2011 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serra-estrela-2011-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,Serra da Estrela 14.5,Red,Spain,"With a dark purple hue and rubbery, horsy aromas of black fruit, leather, dried beef and coffee, this full-bodied blend of 95% Syrah and 5% Garnacha delivers plump, chewy flavors of dark plum and ripe blackberry. There's also a lot of animal, earth and leather to the rustic finish.",El Rincón,30,87,Central Spain,Vinos de Madrid,,Marques de Griñon 2007 El Rincón Syrah-Grenache (Vinos de Madrid),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-2007-el-rincon-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-vinos-madrid/,Syrah-Grenache,2007,Marques de Griñon 13.9,Red,US,"This shows the softness and red cherry flavors of a nice Merlot, with rich Napa tannins and a hint of green mint. It's a clean, dry wine for drinking now.",,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Marilyn 2010 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marilyn-2010-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Marilyn 13.7,White,US,"A good, rich Chardonnay, but a little heavy, with creamy lees and oak dominating the citrus and tropical fruits. Still, the wine shows the clean elegance that Longoria wines always display.",Cuvée Diana,40,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2011 Cuvée Diana Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2011-cuvee-diana-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2011,Longoria 13.9,White,US,"A great value Chardonnay, full of big green apple flavor, that's well-made and not overly complicated. With some texture and just enough heft, have it mid-week with lemony chicken.",Old Head,15,87,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,Matchbook 2011 Old Head Chardonnay (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matchbook-2011-old-head-chardonnay-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Chardonnay,2011,Matchbook 13.5,White,Italy,"Made with organically-farmed fruit, here's a warm climate Sauvignon (its name translates as “the dwarfs and the ballerinas”) that shows heavy aromas of honeysuckle, exotic fruit, candied apricot and lemon curd. There's a waxy texture in the mouth followed by more yellow-fruit flavors.",I Nani e le Ballerine,18,87,Central Italy,Colli Piacentini,,Luretta 2011 I Nani e le Ballerine Sauvignon (Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luretta-2011-i-nani-e-le-ballerine-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-colli-piacentini/,Sauvignon,2011,Luretta 12.5,White,Italy,"From organically-farmed Malvasia grapes, this aromatic wine opens with bright tones of spring flowers, orange peel, tangerine, honey and marzipan. This is a fragrant and sweet white wine that would work beautifully as an aperitif choice.",Boccadirosa,20,87,Central Italy,Colli Piacentini,,Luretta 2011 Boccadirosa Malvasia (Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luretta-2011-boccadirosa-italian-white-malvasia-colli-piacentini/,Malvasia,2011,Luretta 13.5,Red,US,"Purple and plum in color, this delivers plummy fruit and graphite, or charcoal dust, in the tannins. It's bone dry and straightforward, clean and balanced.",,28,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Obsidian 2011 Tempranillo (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obsidian-2011-tempranillo-other/,Tempranillo,2011,Obsidian 13,White,Austria,"Ripe, tropical fruit Sauvignon Blanc from vines close to the Neusiedlersee lake. The wine has peach and pineapple flavors that are counterbalance by a more herbal, grassy back taste. Because it is so young, it does need a few more months in bottle. Screwcap.",Obere Wies,17,87,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 2012 Obere Wies Sauvignon Blanc (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-hans-und-christine-2012-obere-wies-sauvignon-blanc-burgenland/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 14.5,Red,Spain,"Leather and herbal berry fruit aromas come with a horsey, stalky side. The palate is solid but hard, with herbal, stemmy flavors of licorice, baked berry and chocolate. The finish is chocolaty and slightly bitter, with a leftover green note.",Galena,35,87,Catalonia,Priorat,,Domini de la Cartoixa 2007 Galena Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-cartoixa-2007-galena-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2007,Domini de la Cartoixa 11.5,White,Chile,"This first-time Riesling from CyT delivers petrol/diesel aromas along with mild apple and peach scents on what amounts to a true, varietal nose. The palate has a punch-like, juicy feel that's fresh but light, while tropical flavors of lychee and mango end juicy but with weight.",Terrunyo Costa Los Boldos Vineyard Block 6,,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2011 Terrunyo Costa Los Boldos Vineyard Block 6 Riesling (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2011-terrunyo-costa-los-boldos-vineyard-block-6-riesling-casablanca-valley/,Riesling,2011,Concha y Toro 14,Red,Chile,"Herb and olive aromas give this Malbec a slightly green nose. There's a lot of body and acid once it hits the palate along with flavors of herbal berry, mint and pepper. This is sturdy, fully oaked and minty on the finish.",Serie Riberas Gran Reserva Ribera del Tinguiririca Marchigue,17,87,Chile,,,Concha y Toro 2010 Serie Riberas Gran Reserva Ribera del Tinguiririca Marchigue Malbec (Chile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2010-serie-riberas-gran-reserva-ribera-tinguiririca-marchigue-malbec/,Malbec,2010,Concha y Toro 13,Red,France,"The second wine of Château Ramage la Batisse, L'Enclos is ripe and fruity. It has a sense of structure although this is played down by the rich black currant fruits. Acidity cuts through the general richness of this medium-aging wine.",L'Enclose de Ramage,,87,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Ramage la Batisse 2010 L'Enclose de Ramage (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ramage-batisse-2010-lenclose-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Ramage la Batisse 14.5,Red,France,"Spicy, minty, wood-aged wine that shows more wood than fruit. It does have a rich character from black plum and berry flavors so the wine will become better integrated. So wait for 2–3 years.",La Réserve,40,87,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Château de Calavon 2009 La Réserve Red (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-calavon-2009-reserve-red-coteaux-daix-en/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Calavon 12,White,France,"Rounded wine, showing ripe tropical flavors as well as a more citrus character. The wine is full, attractively textured with a buttery edge. Spice and green herbs come through to finish. Screwcap.",,12,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Larroque 2012 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larroque-2012-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Larroque 13,Red,France,"Rich and dense, this is a ripe, wood-aged wine, now showing maturity. It has weight, red berry fruits and a firmer structure of tannins. It is ready to drink, but could age another year.",La Mascaronne,23,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château la Mascaronne 2009 La Mascaronne Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mascaronne-2009-la-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Mascaronne 14.5,White,Chile,"While this Chardonnay is tropical and sweet as a whole, it's also an honest reflection of Casablanca. Aromas of honeyed apple, toast and peach are friendly, while the palate feels round and resiny, with solid core acidity. Apple, sweet melon, honey and toast flavors precede a finish where oak rises up and vies with residual tropical notes.",Reserva,12,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Casas del Bosque 2011 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casas-bosque-2011-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Casas del Bosque 13.5,Red,Italy,"The winemaking efforts of Lazio (the region that houses the Italian capital, Rome) are slowly being noticed thanks to an admittedly small group of quality-minded producers. This Syrah shows ripe fruit and soft roundness with elements of prune, coffee and cherry liqueur.",Syranto,15,87,Central Italy,Lazio,,Cantine Lupo 2010 Syranto Syrah (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-lupo-2010-syranto-shiraz-syrah-syrah-lazio/,Syrah,2010,Cantine Lupo 14,Red,Italy,"The blend here is Sangiovese (70%), Sagrantino and Merlot and the wine opens with an inky dark appearance followed by bulky tones of black cherry, cola and spice.",,17,87,Central Italy,Montefalco Rosso,,Còlpetrone 2010 Montefalco Rosso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colpetrone-2010-red-montefalco-rosso/,Red Blend,2010,Còlpetrone 13.5,Rose,France,"Light and fruity, with a touch of pepper and spice, this is a immediately attractive, red-fruited wine. It has enough crisp freshness as well as richness to go with food. The aftertaste emphasizes both spice and fruit.",Le Château,18,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Thuerry 2012 Le Château Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-thuerry-2012-le-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château Thuerry 13.7,Red,US,"Not surprisingly, this young wine has dense, potent tannins, along with plenty of stem and herb accents. It's balanced texturally, and has rather acidic, young fruit flavors of cranberry and raspberry. At the moment it is the most chewy and tannic of all the 2010 reds from Animale.",,26,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Animale 2010 Petite Sirah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/animale-2010-petite-sirah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Petite Sirah,2010,Animale 13.4,Red,US,"Give this Syrah a few hours of decanting and drink it now. It's dry, full bodied and dense in blackberry, blueberry, bacon, pepper and oak flavors. Shows real elegance and class, but not an ager.",Estate Grown,40,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Broadway Vineyards 2009 Estate Grown Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broadway-2009-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,2009,Broadway Vineyards 14.4,Red,US,"This is a very nice wine, that's sweetly delicious with cherry pie, mocha and smoke flavors, but a little one-dimensional, as California Tempranillos tend to be. With a light, silky texture, it's easy to drink now.",Bella Collina Vineyard,36,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Kenneth Volk 2009 Bella Collina Vineyard Tempranillo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenneth-volk-2009-bella-collina-vineyard-tempranillo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tempranillo,2009,Kenneth Volk 13.1,White,US,"This McFadden Chardonnay is temptingly priced. A value in its offerings of honey and apple, it's medium in weight but crisp, bright and clean in profile. On the finish, apple turns to lemon—always a nice touch when accompanying food, from seafood to chicken to pasta.",,16,87,California,Mendocino County,Potter Valley,McFadden 2011 Chardonnay (Potter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcfadden-2011-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-potter-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,McFadden 13,White,Italy,"Made with the Friulano grape (with small percentages of international varieties), this is a freshly floral and intense Italian white with lingering tones of peach and honeysuckle. It shows creamy richness in the mouth.",Vigne,,87,,Collio,,Zuani 2011 Vigne White (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuani-2011-vigne-white-collio/,White Blend,2011,Zuani 12,White,US,"This is a broadly fruity, wide open style with fresh melon, pink grapefruit and orange marmalade flavors criss-crossing the palate. It's ready to enjoy right now, low in alcohol, with a touch of marshmallow sweetness to cut the acid.",Copper Lily,13,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Zero One Vintners 2011 Copper Lily Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zero-one-vintners-2011-copper-lily-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Zero One Vintners 16.1,Red,US,"For its bold footprint (and the amount of wood aging it went through) this rich Zinfandel offers a depth of pleasant berry flavor and a measured texture, with a savory edge on the finish.",Big Wood,32,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wood Family Vineyards 2010 Big Wood Zinfandel (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wood-family-2010-big-zinfandel-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Wood Family Vineyards 14,Red,US,"A tart, short, sharp entry leads into raspberry and strawberry flavors, underscored with a light earthiness. The youthful fruit and bright acidity suggests it will show improvement with further bottle age, as the tannins smooth out.",Bon Vin Rouge,23,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Bateaux Cellars 2011 Bon Vin Rouge Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bateaux-cellars-2011-bon-vin-rouge-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2011,Bateaux Cellars 14.5,Red,Spain,"Don't be shocked by this wine's saucy, herbal nose, because that's what the grape variety gives. After you get used to the wine's herbal leanings, look for an oaky, herbal palate with vanilla and peppery flavors in front of a strong, scratchy finish.",Varietales,20,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baron De Ley 2010 Varietales (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-ley-2010-varietales-spanish-red-maturana-rioja/,Maturana,2010,Baron De Ley 14,Red,France,"A firm and solid wine, tightly packed with tannins, black berry fruits and a dense structure. Laurence is Laurence Helfrich whose family owns the chateau. The wine could age for several years, but will be ready to drink in 2014.",Cuvée Laurence H.,15,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château du Bois Chantant 2010 Cuvée Laurence H. (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bois-chantant-2010-cuvee-laurence-h-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château du Bois Chantant 14,Red,France,"Produced by the winemaking team of Château de Belcier in Castillon, this is a firmly structured, dry to the core wine. There are hints of ripe and juicy berry fruits to go with the dark tannins and dense texture. It needs several years to age.",,,87,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Monrecueil 2010 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-monrecueil-2010-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Monrecueil 14.5,Red,France,"A mature wine that has austerity and a severe countenance that is comes from the dry tannins. Secondary fruit flavors are now dominating, giving some juiciness but also a leathery texture. Drink now or over the next few months.",,29,87,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Château de Calavon 2007 Red (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-calavon-2007-red-coteaux-daix-en/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château de Calavon 13.3,Red,US,"Lots of sweet, fruity richness in this Cabernet. It has ripe flavors of blackberries, blueberries and cherries, wrapped into smooth tannins, with hints of smoky oak. They've done a good job to produce a wine this tasty at a fair price.",,17,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Camp 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camp-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Camp 14.5,Red,US,"This shows the acidity, dryness and body that often mark Merlot from California. The flavors are complex, showing sour cherry and blackberry richness with quite a bit of herbaceousness. Appreciation of this wine demands some participation on the part of the drinker.",Estate Grown,60,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Broadway Vineyards 2009 Estate Grown Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broadway-2009-estate-grown-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2009,Broadway Vineyards 13,Rose,Italy,"This delightful rosato (made from the Lagrein grape of Northern Italy) opens with fragrant tones of wild berry, white almond, stone fruit, white cherry and sweet cassis. It feels fresh and light in the mouth and would pair with smoked salmon.",,18,87,,Alto Adige,,Muri-Gries 2011 Lagrein (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muri-gries-2011-italian-red-lagrein-alto-adige/,Lagrein,2011,Muri-Gries 13.5,Red,Spain,"For the most part, this Rioja is good, not great. The nose deals tomato leaf, herbal notes, floral berry and leather, while the palate is fresh and racy, with strong acidity. Flavors of earthy, lightly herbal raspberry and plum end in a modest, acidic, scratchy finish.",Reserva,27,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Vitoria 2005 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-vitoria-2005-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Marqués de Vitoria 14.2,White,US,"Grenache Blanc is a newcomer to the Northwest, and what little exists is rarely offered in a varietal wine. Here it's spicy and phenolic, with sharp definition. Green apple and diverse yellow fruits are in the mix, with a hint of mineral and plenty of bracing acidity.",Boushey Vineyard,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea Cellars 2010 Boushey Vineyard Grenache Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-cellars-2010-boushey-vineyard-other-white-grenache-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Grenache Blanc,2010,McCrea Cellars 14.8,Red,US,"Bottled more than five years ago, and released later than the 2007 Sirocco, this is still a tough wine to dissect. The blend is Southern Rhône all the way—36% Grenache, 41% Mourvèdre, 13% Syrah, 5% Counoise and 5% Cinsault. The fruit component seems well on the way to maturity, with a soft, yielding, lightly cooked character. But the overall mouthfeel remains unyielding and somehow unevolved.",Sirocco,28,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,McCrea Cellars 2006 Sirocco Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-cellars-2006-sirocco-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,McCrea Cellars 13.5,White,Spain,"The nose on this regularly solid Verdejo is mild, with aromas of apple, pear and melon. The palate is round and a touch fleshy, with modest acidity pushing pithy peach and pear flavors. The finish tastes of almond skins and apple.",,13,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Palacio de Bornos 2012 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palacio-bornos-2012-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2012,Palacio de Bornos 14.6,Red,US,"Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with four other Bordeaux varieties in the mix, this wine brings an aromatic medley of cherry cola, dark chocolate, and light medicinal notes. The flavors don't entirely meld with the oak showing a bit too prominently, offset by grainy tannins.",Red Wine Destiny Ridge Vineyards,40,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,One 2009 Red Wine Destiny Ridge Vineyards Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/one-2009-red-wine-destiny-ridge-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2009,One 12.5,White,Spain,"This mature blend of Gewurztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc and Macabeo is oily, plump and fragrant, but also blocky, chunky and on its last legs of freshness. Flowery peach, melon and papaya flavors end short, with an oily mouthfeel.",,40,87,Northern Spain,Empordà,,Oliver Conti 2009 White (Empordà),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oliver-conti-2009-white-emporda/,White Blend,2009,Oliver Conti 13.8,White,US,"There's lots of zesty acidity in this wine. Reviewed in March, it still had a spritz on the palate, although by the time of general release it should mellow out. It will still be a zingy wine, clean and almost dry with orange, peach, mango and honeysuckle flavors.",Estate,18,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Balletto 2011 Estate Pinot Gris (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balletto-2011-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,Balletto 11.5,White,Spain,"This is the first table wine to come from this Cava producer and it has its ups and downs. The bouquet smells like Sprite with peach, while the palate is crisp, citric and pointed, with orange and lime flavors and an oxidized, stalky note to the finish. This is good but middle of the road as white wines go.",XII Subirat Parent,29,87,Catalonia,Penedès,,Agustí Torelló Mata 2010 XII Subirat Parent Malvasia (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agusti-torello-mata-2010-xii-subirat-parent-italian-white-malvasia-penedes/,Malvasia,2010,Agustí Torelló Mata 15.2,Red,US,"Pair this Syrah with the right food, and it will be fantastic. The wine does need some intervention via pairings to tame its exuberantly ripe red fruits, mocha and smoky oak.",Gesture,35,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2009 Gesture Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2009-gesture-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2009,J. Lohr 13.5,White,Austria,"One of two grapes found exclusively in Thermenregion (the other is Rotgipfler), Zierfandler, as here, produces floral wines with intense acidity. This wine is bright, lemon and pear fruits cutting the texture. There is just a touch of sweetness to balance all the acidity.",Spiegel,42,87,Thermenregion,,,Johanneshof Reinisch 2011 Spiegel Zierfandler (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johanneshof-reinisch-2011-spiegel-other-white-zierfandler-thermenregion/,Zierfandler,2011,Johanneshof Reinisch 14.2,Red,US,"A lusty, full bodied wine, this is jammy with blackberries and cocoa, sprinkled with pepper and toasty oak overtones. It's dry, severely tannic and somewhat complex, although not enough for aging.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Luli 2011 Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luli-2011-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2011,Luli 14.1,White,US,"Zippy, mouthwatering acidity and honeyed flavors of pineapple and lemondrop give this Chardonnay a sweet-and-sour taste, like a Lifesaver candy. Shows its California origins in every sip of sunny fruit. Nice to drink now.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Luli 2011 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luli-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Luli 14.5,Red,Italy,"Luna Selvatica (“wild moon”) is an easy and straightforward expression of Cabernet Sauvignon that shows dark fruit, cola, licorice and a touch of toasted spice. In the mouth, the wine shows alcoholic power and some grittiness on the finish.",Luna Selvatica,39,87,Central Italy,Colli Piacentini,,La Tosa 2009 Luna Selvatica Cabernet Sauvignon (Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tosa-2009-luna-selvatica-cabernet-sauvignon-colli-piacentini/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,La Tosa 15,Red,Italy,"A touch of strawberry jam at the outset suggests that the fruit came out of the vineyard a little on the overripe side. Plum, cherry and blackberry preserves are backed by spice and rock solid astringency that is characteristic of Sagrantino.",Colle alle Macchie,77,87,Central Italy,Montefalco Sagrantino,,Tabarrini 2006 Colle alle Macchie (Montefalco Sagrantino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tabarrini-2006-colle-alle-macchie-italian-red-sagrantino-montefalco-sagrantino/,Sagrantino,2006,Tabarrini 13,Red,Spain,"). After a slightly mossy bouquet, this unfolds in broad, chunky style. It offers good balance and mouthfeel, with lightly herbal flavors of dark berry fruits, tobacco and leather. A mildly herbal-tasting finish is plump and solid in feel.",El Miracle by Mariscal Old Vine,12,87,Levante,Valencia,,Vicente Gandia 2010 El Miracle by Mariscal Old Vine Garnacha (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vicente-gandia-2010-el-miracle-by-mariscal-old-vine-grenache-garnacha-valencia/,Garnacha,2010,Vicente Gandia 14.7,Red,US,"This blend pays homage to the Languedoc region of Southern France, but the ripe fruit is all about California's sunshine. This rich, jammy wine bursts in the mouth with juicy raspberry and cherry flavors that turn a little soft on the finish.",Farmhouse Cuvée,32,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Venteux 2010 Farmhouse Cuvée G-S-M (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venteux-2010-farmhouse-cuvee-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-paso-robles/,G-S-M,2010,Venteux 13.5,Red,Italy,"Campo di Mezzo (Sangiovese from Central Italy) opens with a dark garnet color and bold aromas of black cherry, prune, plum and blackberry. It's definitely a very ripe expression of the variety with a touch of soft sweetness in the mouth.",Campo di Mezzo,14,87,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Tre Monti 2011 Campo di Mezzo (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-monti-2011-campo-mezzo-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2011,Tre Monti 13.6,Red,US,"The Deux Verres reserve spent 16 months in a mix of new, used and neutral oak. Compact and stubbornly unyielding, its tart red fruit is thinly layered with herbal tannins and sharp acidity. A couple more years of bottle age could help soften it up.",Deux Verres Reserve,35,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Torii Mor 2010 Deux Verres Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2010-deux-verres-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Torii Mor 13.9,Red,US,"Ripe, luscious blackberry, currant, smoked meat and caramelized oak flavors mark this tannic, yet smooth young wine. Shows a balance that's rare in a Paso Petite Sirah. Give it some time in a decanter and drink now with beef.",Estate,30,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2009 Estate Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2009-estate-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2009,EOS 14.8,Red,US,"This bottling has a solid track record from Envy, but the 2010 vintage, good as it is, is their least successful in years. While it's luscious with blackberry and blueberry jam, mocha and oak sweetness, it's one-dimensional, and lacking ageworthiness. Drink now, with sweet, smoky barbecued meats.",Calistoga Estate,45,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Envy 2010 Calistoga Estate Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envy-2010-calistoga-estate-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2010,Envy 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is the kind of easy Sangiovese that would pair with pasta, gnocchi or pork chops. The wine shows natural freshness and pretty berry nuances. Drei Donà is a landmark estate for the entire Emilia-Romagna region.",Notturno,18,87,Central Italy,Forlì,,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza 2011 Notturno Sangiovese (Forlì),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drei-dona-tenuta-palazza-2011-notturno-sangiovese-forli/,Sangiovese,2011,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza 13.3,Red,US,"Rich and ripe with cherry, pomegranate, persimmon and spice flavors, with a nice, silky texture and fine tannins. The acidity is sharp, the alcohol refreshingly moderate. Could benefit from some time in the cellar.",Amaya Ridge Vineyard,45,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Ghostwriter 2011 Amaya Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghostwriter-2011-amaya-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2011,Ghostwriter 14,Red,US,"Here's a robust Zinfandel with ripe, briary flavors and firm tannins that make it especially apt for barbecue. It's forward with blackberry, mulberry, mocha and spice notes that lead to a long, satisfying finish.",Winemaker's Blend,20,87,California,California Other,Sonoma County-San Joaquin County,Ghost Pines 2011 Winemaker's Blend Zinfandel (Sonoma County-San Joaquin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-pines-2011-winemakers-blend-zinfandel-other-sonoma-county-san-joaquin-county/,Zinfandel,2011,Ghost Pines 13.5,White,US,"The Insania White is 90% Semillon, 10% Sauvignon Blanc, and made at Three Rivers for heavy metal rocker Geoff Tate. The 2011 is round and fruity, with flavors of fig, apple and pear. It's a forward, juicy wine, quite tasty, but without the edgy depths of the 2010.",Insania White,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Geoff Tate 2011 Insania White Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geoff-tate-2011-insania-white-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Geoff Tate 14,Red,Spain,"This is a well-made Rioja with generic plum and berry aromas that come forth in fruity, bouncy fashion. The palate is medium bodied, with standard berry fruit flavors and very little spice or complexity. A finish with buttery oak and vanilla qualifies as oaky for the level of fruit this wine is bringing.",Crianza,15,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Castillo Labastida 2009 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-labastida-2009-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Castillo Labastida 14,Red,Spain,"This is a full-force wine with a scratchy bouquet and aromas of herbal fruit, vanilla and burnt stems. It's jumpy in the mouth, and not that smooth, with aggressive tannins and baked flavors of raisin, herbs and burnt fruit. On the finish, there's oaky caramel and chocolate along with heat and stewy notes.",Confradia,73,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Casa Primicia 2005 Confradia (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-primicia-2005-confradia-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Casa Primicia 13,White,Italy,"Umani Ronchi makes some of the best Verdicchio you will find in the United States today. There's a sweet candied quality to the bouquet that is followed by ripe fruit and pineapple. In the mouth, the wine is smooth and silky.",Casal di Serra,17,87,Central Italy,Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore,,Umani Ronchi 2011 Casal di Serra (Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umani-ronchi-2011-casal-serra-italian-white-verdicchio-verdicchio-castelli-jesi-classico-superiore/,Verdicchio,2011,Umani Ronchi 14.5,Red,US,"Some vegetal notes mix into flavors of raspberries and cherries, detracting from the full enjoyment of this Pinot Noir. Other than that, it's dry, briskly acidic and full bodied. Drink up.",Lindsay's Vineyard,75,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Two Sisters 2010 Lindsay's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-sisters-2010-lindsays-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Two Sisters 14.4,Red,US,"The pedigree of this Cabernet shows in the incredible depth of flavor and softly gentle, complex tannins. With intensely concentrated blackberry jam, cassis liqueur and oak flavors, it's distinctly Napa-esque. It is, however, compromised by sharp acidity that's noticeable throughout the palate experience.",Estate Grown,90,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2010 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2010-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Signorello 14,White,Chile,"Matetic makes a clean, tropical, racy style of Gewürz that's a lot like Torrontés from Argentina. The palate is fresh with kick, while flavors of lemon-lime, lychee and passion fruit are true to the grape and set up a medium-length finish with exotic spice notes. This is perfect for Asian foods.",Corralillo,20,87,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2012 Corralillo Gewurztraminer (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2012-corralillo-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-san-antonio/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Matetic 13.5,White,Italy,"This expression of Sauvignon offers very nice richness in the mouth thanks to its creamy density and medium structure. The aromas, instead, recall peach, apricot, yellow rose and honey. Pair this wine with chicken tandoori.",,15,87,,Venezia Giulia,,Talis Wine 2011 Sauvignon (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talis-wine-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-venezia-giulia/,Sauvignon,2011,Talis Wine 13.4,Red,US,"This Pinot is lovely—it's dry, silky and moderate in alcohol, yet rich in fruit, with raspberry and cherry jam, tobacco and oak flavors. Give it some time in the decanter and drink now.",Lovely Rita,32,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2011 Lovely Rita Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2011-lovely-rita-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Longoria 14,White,Chile,"Baked apple, pulpy citrus and oak aromas create a soft nose. In the mouth, this feels wide and resiny, and the flavors match that lead: oak, resin, vanilla, tropical fruit and citrus are all registering. On the finish, this is oaky and resiny.",Alpha,25,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Montes 2011 Alpha Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2011-alpha-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Montes 13.8,Red,US,"It's all about flashy, ripe berry jam, red currant and chocolate flavors in this softly tannic wine. Despite the impression of sweetness, the finish is dry, and a little bitter. Hard to tell if it's going anywhere. Give it some decanting and drink now.",Kidd Ranch,38,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequum 2009 Kidd Ranch Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequum-2009-kidd-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2009,Sequum 14.5,Red,Spain,"Chunky, ripe black-fruit aromas come with violet accents. The mouthfeel is good but gritty, with hard tannins and a lot of oak that creates a buttery topping to plum, cassis and molasses flavors. This ripe wine finishes stable but quick, with some chocolate flavor but not much else.",Crianza,35,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Portia 2009 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/portia-2009-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Portia 12,Rose,France,"Varois is a small enclave surrounded by Côtes de Provence vineyards. This wine, with its softness, touches of vanilla as well as the proper rich red fruits, is a gentle rosé, easy and ready to drink.",Abbaye Saint-Hilaire,,87,Provence,Coteaux Varois en Provence,,Gassier 2012 Abbaye Saint-Hilaire Rosé (Coteaux Varois en Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gassier-2012-abbaye-saint-hilaire-rose-coteaux-varois-en/,Rosé,2012,Gassier 13,White,Spain,"Dusty apple, banana and a touch of lemon comprise the nose. The palate offers good acidity and roundness, the right foundation for friendly apple, apricot and citrus flavors. The finish is fruity and juicy, with good vitality. This is nice Albariño for the money.",,13,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Galizeus 2011 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galizeus-2011-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,Galizeus 12.8,Red,Chile,"With dark-berry aromas and pointed toughness, this is a solid wine with creamy oak, some stickiness and a lactic element. Flavors of herbal dark fruits and minty oak lead to a dry, minty, hot and spicy finish with more than enough residual oak flavor.",Casa Grand Selection,12,87,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2011 Casa Grand Selection Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2011-casa-grand-selection-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2011,Lapostolle 13.5,Red,Chile,"Although the bouquet is a touch herbal and raspy, this Cab offers good balance and body in the mouth along with plum, cherry, cassis and spice in moderate measures. A bright, fresh-feeling finish ensures a positive lasting impression.",Block Selection Reserve Block N. 6,12,87,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2010 Block Selection Reserve Block N. 6 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2010-block-selection-reserve-block-n-6-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,La Playa 15.9,Red,US,"No shrinking violet at 15.9% abv, La Folia's Zin is exuberant in juicy red and black fruit, cinnamon spice and a taste of cola. Inviting, full and round with a softness in the mouth, the finish slips away ever so quickly. It's otherwise a swell example of Sierra Foothills fruit.",,30,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,La Folia Winery 2010 Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folia-winery-2010-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,2010,La Folia Winery 12,White,Austria,"Styria's trademark Sauvignon Blanc in its purest, freshest form. It has delicious acidity, pear and white peach flavors and a burst of grapefruit freshness. Drink now, or hold for a year. Screwcap.",Vom Sand,19,87,Südsteiermark,,,Sattlerhof 2012 Vom Sand Sauvignon Blanc (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sattlerhof-2012-vom-sand-sauvignon-blanc-sudsteiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Sattlerhof 14,Red,Chile,"Welcoming but basic cassis and berry aromas carrry a leathery accent and a hint of rubber. The palate is mildly creamy and comfortable, with cassis, cherry and plum flavors but little beyond that. A clean finish cements this well-made wine's value position.",Selección del Directorio Gran Reserva,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Helena 2011 Selección del Directorio Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-helena-2011-seleccion-directorio-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Santa Helena 14,Red,Italy,"Aged 18 months in barrique, Oinos opens with a crisp and snappy quality of berry fruit followed by clean lines, good acidity and light spice shadings. Bitter chocolate and cherry liqueur appear on the close.",Oinos,30,87,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane,,San Lorenzo 2009 Oinos (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-lorenzo-2009-oinos-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo-colline-teramane/,Montepulciano,2009,San Lorenzo 14,White,Italy,"This is a thick and sticky white wine from Northern Italy that shows a fragrant bouquet of exotic fruit and white flower backed by a waxy, thick texture in the mouth. That cool climate, mountain acidity helps to keep the palate refreshed.",,22,87,,Alto Adige,,Josef Weger 2011 Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-weger-2011-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Josef Weger 15.4,Red,US,"This wine gives plenty of sheer Zinny delight. The ripe, lush raspberry and blackberry flavors have a briary edge, with notes of wild nettles that give it a wildland personality. While the alcohol is high, it's in keeping with the wine's overall structure. Drink now with a great barbecued steak.",Gesture,25,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2010 Gesture Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2010-gesture-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2010,J. Lohr 14,Red,France,"For a Listrac, this is soft and open, a generous wine that has weight while showing ripe Merlot character. Full black plum skin flavors go with spice, licorice and touches of wood. It's ready to drink now.",,,87,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Grands Terroirs de France 2010 Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grands-terroirs-france-2010-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Grands Terroirs de France 14.5,Red,US,"Ripe, soft and oaky, with gentle, sweet flavors of blackberry, blueberry and cherry jam, mocha and toast. Easy to drink now with a great grilled steak.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Daou 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daou-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Daou 13,Rose,France,"A fruity, strawberry flavored wine with some depth and structure. It has richness as well as a fresh citrus character. It could benefit from some aging although it's certainly ready to drink this summer.",Tradition,15,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Saint-Pierre 2012 Tradition Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-pierre-2012-tradition-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château Saint-Pierre 13,Rose,France,"Full wine, soft on the palate, its berry fruits ripe and forward. It has some weight although the acidity is as fresh as it can be. The aftertaste is clean, clear refreshing. Screwcap.",,,87,Provence,Coteaux Varois en Provence,,Château Routas 2012 Rosé (Coteaux Varois en Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-routas-2012-rose-coteaux-varois-en/,Rosé,2012,Château Routas 12,White,France,"A bright, herbaceous and fresh wine, showing green fruits, lively acidity and and a steely edge that adds a fine texture.",,14,87,Bordeaux,Entre-Deux-Mers,,Château Rousset-Caillau 2011 Entre-Deux-Mers,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rousset-caillau-2011-white-entre-deux-mers/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château Rousset-Caillau 14.5,Red,Italy,"There's a touch of bitter astringency at first that should soften with just a few more months of bottle aging. Bright cherry and blackberry open the bouquet and are followed by subtle layers of leather, tobacco and wet earth. Pair this wine with buttery or creamy foods.",Bron & Rusèval,20,87,Central Italy,Forlì,,Celli 2010 Bron & Rusèval Sangiovese (Forlì),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/celli-2010-bron-ruseval-sangiovese-forli/,Sangiovese,2010,Celli 13,Red,Italy,Ronco dei Ciliegi offers nicely-aged aromas of cassis and dried raspberry with savory endnotes of leather and spice. There's some grittiness to the texture and the close shows dried fruit flavors of prune and plum. Drink now.,Ronco dei Ciliegi,,87,Central Italy,Forlì,,Castelluccio 2007 Ronco dei Ciliegi Sangiovese (Forlì),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelluccio-2007-ronco-ciliegi-sangiovese-forli/,Sangiovese,2007,Castelluccio 14.5,White,Chile,"This Chardonnay is fairly oaky, as evidenced by savory BBQ and resiny aromas that run heavily over the top of apple and citrus scents. This is plump, resiny feeling and woody on the palate, with a mix of banana, tropical fruit and citrus flavors. The finish is oaky and tastes sweet.",Gran Reserva Estate Bottled,16,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Casas del Bosque 2011 Gran Reserva Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casas-bosque-2011-gran-reserva-estate-bottled-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Casas del Bosque 14,Red,Spain,"This Tempranillo is electric purple in color, with aromas of rubber, horse hide and grapy berry. It's round and jammy feeling, with tannic grip and jammy flavors of baked, earthy berry fruits, followed by a savory, meaty, roasted tasting finish.",Dimidium Nobleza,17,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Casado Morales 2010 Dimidium Nobleza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casado-morales-2010-dimidium-nobleza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2010,Casado Morales 13.5,White,US,"A lush, crisp Chardonnay from a cool-ish vintage that tastes most specifically of green apple with a tropical twist on the finish.",Small Lot Blend,13,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Parducci 2011 Small Lot Blend Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-2011-small-lot-blend-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Parducci 12,White,Italy,"Here's a snappy and bright Falanghina (that spends some time in wood barrel) with aromas of citrus, tangerine skin, green melon and peach backed by just a shy touch of vanilla and bitter almond.",,14,87,Southern Italy,Pompeiano,,Vini Iovine 2011 Falanghina (Pompeiano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vini-iovine-2011-italian-white-falanghina-pompeiano/,Falanghina,2011,Vini Iovine 13,Red,Spain,"This is a bit old fashioned on the nose, where vanilla, dried fruit and dill aromas hold court. A dry, traditional type of palate delivers spiced plum, red cherry and mild herbal flavors in front of a light-bodied, slightly oaky tasting finish.",Crianza,15,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Bujanda 2009 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bujanda-2009-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Viña Bujanda 15.2,Red,US,"Kudos to Derby for holding this Cabernet Franc-based blend back for so long before release. The years have mellowed it, giving it a soft, rounded quality. Drink now for the lush cherries and currants.",Implico,32,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Derby 2008 Implico Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/derby-2008-implico-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Derby 13.5,White,Chile,"Toasty oak aromas are mild and fold in some baked apple notes. The palate feels layered and rich, while toasty flavors of peach, nectarine and melon end in a medium-length finish that's well controlled and juicy.",Tributo Single Vineyard Block #Maitenal,16,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Caliterra 2011 Tributo Single Vineyard Block #Maitenal Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2011-tributo-single-vineyard-block-maitenal-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Caliterra 13,Red,Italy,"This Montepulciano d'Abruzzo shows a juicy, rich feeling with bold cherry fruit, blackberry and a touch of bitter chocolate. It's a broad, heavy wine with ripe intensity and thick texture. Pair it with rustic, hearty country foods.",Vignafranca,17,87,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Barba 2009 Vignafranca (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barba-2009-vignafranca-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2009,Barba 14,Red,Spain,"This is straightforward, no-frills Garnacha with plum and berry aromas followed by a tight, slightly tannic palate that houses raspberry and plum flavors. The finish is smooth for the most part, with some heat and herbal flavors.",Artazuri,12,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Artazu 2011 Artazuri Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-artazu-2011-artazuri-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2011,Bodegas Artazu 12,White,France,"Crisp, lightly herbaceous wine with a delicious creamy apple and pear character. This is finely balanced with a lively, crisp aftertaste. Screwcap.",,12,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Briot 2012 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-briot-2012-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Briot 13.5,Red,France,"There is obvious wood here, a toasty, dry character that shows through the fruit. The wine is young and with the sufficient weight of juicy black currant fruit, it should integrate well to give a solid, chunky wine in two years.",,15,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Bois Pertuis 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bois-pertuis-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Bois Pertuis 12,White,France,"A green, herbal wine, very crisp, still young with acidity, mineral acidity and a bright, lively aftertaste. The wine is tangy with citrus at the end. Keep for six months to a year. Screwcap.",,12,87,Bordeaux,Entre-Deux-Mers,,Château de Beauregard-Ducourt 2012 Entre-Deux-Mers,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-beauregard-ducourt-2012-white-entre-deux-mers/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château de Beauregard-Ducourt 13.8,Red,US,"You'll find some fancy elegance in this dry, balanced Cabernet. It's full bodied and tannic, as you expect a Cab to be, and offers a burst of fresh blackberry and cherry fruit. Good price for the quality.",,15,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bridlewood 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Bridlewood 13.8,White,US,"One of the more controlled, tighter Viogniers out there, without showing the variety's rich flamboyance. It could be a Pinot Gris, with brisk acidity and a clean, cold, steely mouthfeel, except that the citrus fruits do have rich suggestions of mangoes. Still, it shows tremendous elegance and will be delicious in many settings.",Phi,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Ampelos 2012 Phi Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ampelos-2012-phi-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2012,Ampelos 14.2,Red,US,"Sourced from five excellent Walla Walla vineyards, this wine spent about 15 months in barrel, one quarter new. It has dried cherry fruit, almost like an Amarone in style, though with no sweetness. Tannins are drying and finish with a slight bitterness. Tasted twice from different bottles.",,29,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Amavi 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amavi-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Amavi 14.5,Red,US,"Light in color and only just faintly aromatic, Amador Cellars' Sangiovese tastes of red cherry and blueberry with a tight tannin structure that suggests giving it 3–5 years more time.",Clockspring Vineyard,22,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Amador Cellars 2010 Clockspring Vineyard Sangiovese (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-cellars-2010-clockspring-vineyard-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Sangiovese,2010,Amador Cellars 13,Red,Italy,"Streppaticcio is 60-40 Montepulciano and Sangiovese with simple fruit tones followed by slight accents of white mushroom, crushed mineral, black olive and caper. It ends with smooth richness.",Streppaticcio,,87,Central Italy,Umbria,,Barbi 2011 Streppaticcio Red (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barbi-2011-streppaticcio-red-umbria/,Red Blend,2011,Barbi 14.3,Red,US,"Was it the chilly vintage that made this wine so elusive? Tasted in the spring, it was oaky and jammy with raspberries and cherries, with the astringent tannins of green herb tea. Hard to tell where it's going, if anywhere, but it does have dryness and vital acidity in its favor.",Slice of Heaven,60,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Babcock 2011 Slice of Heaven Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2011-slice-heaven-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Babcock 14.1,Red,US,"Shows a dry, acidic profile, with tantalizing raspberry and sour-cherry candy and sweet oak flavors. The mouthfeel is silky and delicate.",Psi Clone,60,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Babcock 2011 Psi Clone Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2011-psi-clone-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Babcock 14.6,Red,US,"Lots of enjoyable cherry, currant, licorice and sandalwood flavors in this dry, crisp Pinot Noir. Firm tannins give it some toughness, but it doesn't seem to be an ager, so drink over the next 3–4 years.",Sierra Mar Vineyard,45,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,August West 2011 Sierra Mar Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-west-2011-sierra-mar-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,August West 14.3,Red,US,"A bit on the brawny side of Pinot Noir, with jagged tannins and plenty of full-bodied cherry fruit. Not a bad wine, but lacking the delicacy of the 2008 and 2009 vintages.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Alta Maria 2010 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-maria-2010-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Alta Maria 13.7,Red,US,"The chocolate and black-cherry jam flavors are a little too heavy and rich, lacking zest and complexity. But there's no denying this Pinot is delicious to drink now.",HMR Vineyard,40,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2010 HMR Vineyard Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2010-hmr-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,2010,Adelaida 13.5,Red,France,"It's rare to find a 10-year old Bordeaux just arrived in this country. This now mature wine is full and rich, its weight coming from spice and textured tannins that are laced with acidity. It is initially dry, but does open out to give a juicy, if mature, character but is unlikely to age.",Les Ailes du Moulin,70,87,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Blaye,,Château Moulin de Grillet 2003 Les Ailes du Moulin (Premieres Côtes de Blaye),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moulin-grillet-2003-ailes-red-premieres-cotes-blaye/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Moulin de Grillet 14,Red,France,"Very dark and dense, this is a wine that is dominated by a touch extracted character. It has weight, with the slightest hint of fruit under the dry surface. Chocolate and licorice flavors are prominent at this stage. It will need at least 5–6 years to develop.",,,87,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Martinat 2010 Côtes de Bourg,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-martinat-2010-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Martinat 14,Red,France,"Owned by the Barons of Montfort, its vineyard has produced a much less rugged wine than the formidable fortress suggests. The black currant flavors are present, along with stalky tannins. There is a smoky, wood element that comes through strongly at the end, so age this wine for 3–4 years.",,20,87,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Monbadon 2009 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-monbadon-2009-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Monbadon 12.5,White,US,"Crisp, clean and most refreshing, this marries citrus and green apple fruit to vivacious acidity. Though not especially aromatic, it's a well-made, low alcohol, dry white wine that will work quite well with more delicate seafood.",,10,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2011 Gewurztraminer (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2011-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-willamette-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Château Bianca 13,Red,Spain,"The first whiff of this Rioja is full of oaky char, shoe polish, raw leather and can't-miss wood resin. With airing the nose cedes chocolate and berry scents. This is plump, chewy and a touch resiny feeling on the palate, with baked berry, savory notes, grilled meat flavors and saltiness. A roasted, rubbery finish is apropos.",Belezos,14,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Zugober 2010 Belezos (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-zugober-2010-belezos-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2010,Bodegas Zugober 11.5,White,France,"Just bottled when tasted, this is a wine that needs a few months to come together. Its ripe pear and apricot fruit and dense flavor will offer a full, rounded wine that goes more for a tropical Sauvignon Blanc character.",Réserve,13,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Calvet 2012 Réserve (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-2012-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-blanc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Calvet 12,White,US,"You'll find plenty of tart green gooseberries in this dry Sauvignon Blanc. Yet there are also ripe grapefruit, kiwi and papaya flavors. It's a refreshingly clean wine for drinking now.",,21,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Voss 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/voss-2012-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Voss 13,Rose,France,"Made at Provence classed growth Château Rimauresq, this soft and full rosé has attractive red and citrus fruits, a hint of pepper and herbs. It's warm and ready to drink.",Nationale 7,18,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Xavier Flouret 2012 Nationale 7 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xavier-flouret-2012-nationale-7-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Xavier Flouret 14.2,Red,US,"An easy, delicious Pinot Noir, this is dry and brisk in acidity, with rich cherry, cola, cranberry and sweet oak flavors. The silky texture makes it especially drinkable now.",Wet Kiss,52,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Woodenhead 2010 Wet Kiss Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodenhead-2010-wet-kiss-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Woodenhead 13.7,Red,US,"There's a tug of unripeness that shows up in this Pinot Noir, like a cross of mushrooms, green herbs and asparagus. Yet it has some good cherry and red currant sweetness, the alcohol is nice and low and the acidity is mouthwatering. Drink it now after a few minutes of chilling in the fridge.",Precocious,60,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 2011 Precocious Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2011-precocious-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Babcock 15,Red,US,"Made from sustainably-grown mountain grapes, this is a fruit-forward Cab Franc with smaller percentages of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon blended in. It's subtle in the variety's classicly herbal qualities, but has a juicy softness and a whiff of coffee on the finish.",Meredith's Reserve,24,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Albertina 2009 Meredith's Reserve Cabernet Franc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albertina-2009-merediths-reserve-cabernet-franc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Albertina 12,Rose,US,"Pale salmon colored, this is a straightforward summer sipper with notes of cherry, watermelon, and wet stone. It drinks dry with a hint of effervescence and tart flavors.",Rosé,11,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2012 Rosé Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2012-rose-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2012,Waterbrook 12.5,White,US,"A soapy scent marks the entry, and it is followed by a simple, fruity wine, that retains a slightly soapy aspect through the palate. There's a floral finish also; perhaps a splash of Gewürztraminer was added to the blend?",,20,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Hedgeline 2011 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedgeline-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2011,Hedgeline ,White,Germany,"Green, herbal notes are prominent on this brisk, savory Riesling. Lemony acidity and hints of bitter lime pith add a stark, refreshing quality that would accompany rich goat cheese or cured meats quite well.",Fritz Fisk,13,85,Mosel,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2011 Fritz Fisk Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2011-fritz-fisk-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 12.5,White,Spain,"This three-grape white blend starts with oily aromas and weight before finding some minerality and white-fruit notes. The palate has citrusy kick and zing to bolster green apple and orange flavors. The finish is wide, a touch clumsy and citrusy in flavor, with tang and lasting freshness.",Vivanco Viura-Malvasia-Tempranillo Blanco,14,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Dinastía Vivanco 2012 Vivanco Viura-Malvasia-Tempranillo Blanco White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dinastia-vivanco-2012-viura-malvasia-tempranillo-blanco-white-rioja/,White Blend,2012,Dinastía Vivanco 13,Red,US,"This Oregon Syrah has a deep, dark purple hue, and leads with sappy berry fruit. It quickly thins out in the mid-palate and turns a little watery, with earthy, slightly green tannins.",,28,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Obsidian 2010 Syrah (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obsidian-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2010,Obsidian 11,White,Austria,"Often used to make Austrian sweet wines, Muskat Ottonel here is an off-dry wine. The wine brings out the perfumed character of the grape, a simple, full and ripe wine that has rough edges. Screwcap.",,15,85,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 2012 Muskat Ottonel (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-hans-und-christine-2012-muscat-muskat-ottonel-burgenland/,Muskat Ottonel,2012,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 13.3,Red,US,"O.K. for everyday drinking if you want a full-bodied, tannic, dry red wine. Shows ripe blackberry, tobacco and raisin flavors, with some bitterness in the finish. Drink up.",Tre Uve,25,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pope Valley Winery 2010 Tre Uve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pope-valley-winery-2010-tre-uve-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Pope Valley Winery 13.5,Rose,US,"Cabernet Sauvignon may be the hardest variety to make a rosé from because it yields such a big wine. Vinum tries their best, but despite good fruit and acidity, the wine is heavy, lacking the racy vivacity a great blush wine should have.",Rosé of Cabernet Sauvignon,14,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vinum 2012 Rosé of Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-2012-rose-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Rosé,2012,Vinum 14,White,Chile,"This is one of the more resiny wines you're likely to come upon. And while it maintains spunk and a fresh feel, the palate is resiny and woody, and overall things taste like wood-infused banana, sawdust and spice. This is a barrel bomb, no two ways about it.",Toro de Piedra Grand Reserve,15,84,Maule Valley,,,Viña Requingua 2011 Toro de Piedra Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-requingua-2011-toro-piedra-grand-reserve-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Viña Requingua 16.1,Red,US,"The texture is smooth and velvety on this Zinfandel, but the flavors are off. You'll find ripe blackberry jam and currants right next to overripe raisins. Enormously high alcohol makes this wine taste like a fruity, simple port.",,30,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Hidden Oak 2010 Zinfandel (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-oak-2010-zinfandel-central-coast-monterey-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Hidden Oak 13.5,White,US,"Fairly simple Chardonnay, with toned-down fruit, cream, sweet buttered toast and vanilla flavors. The price is fair for what you get.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Hess Select 2011 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-select-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Hess Select 14.9,Red,US,"High alcohol gives this wine a burn, especially on the finish. It's also uneven in tannins, with some sticky, jagged edges. The fruit is very ripe, veering into raisins. Drink up.",Old Vine Gehricke Road,36,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Dane Cellars 2009 Old Vine Gehricke Road Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dane-cellars-2009-old-vine-gehricke-road-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Dane Cellars 14.9,Red,US,"This is a lush, soft, ripe Cabernet. Its main feature is fruit, and plenty of it. It is full of blackberries, cherries, currants and plums, edged with sweet oak. Drink now.",,38,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Dane Cellars 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dane-cellars-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Dane Cellars 12.5,White,Italy,This Trebbiano is off gold in color and opens with ripe aromas of apricot and candied fruit. The wine shows some heaviness in the mouth with afternotes of fruit and almond.,Ancilla,,84,Central Italy,Trebbiano d'Abruzzo,,Ciavolich Giuseppe 2010 Ancilla (Trebbiano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciavolich-giuseppe-2010-ancilla-italian-white-trebbiano-trebbiano-dabruzzo/,Trebbiano,2010,Ciavolich Giuseppe 13,Red,Italy,This is an easy and thin wine with low aromatic intensity and simple elements of fresh fruit and cherry. The one-diminutional mouthfeel is soft and short.,,10,84,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Canti 2011 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canti-2011-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2011,Canti 14.9,Red,US,"Pizza, burgers and other everyday foods that forgive rusticity are what to drink with this ripe, highish alcohol wine. It offers typical warm climate California flavors of black cherry jam and mocha.",Red Rhythm,30,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,B&E 2009 Red Rhythm Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-e-2009-red-rhythm-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2009,B&E 12.5,Rose,France,"Fresh and fruity, light and fragrant, a wine with citrus flavors over red currants, spoilt by a metallic aftertaste.",,,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Barton & Guestier 2012 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2012-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Barton & Guestier 14.5,Red,France,"That this wine is all Merlot is the reason both for its jammy richness and its high alcohol. It gives a wine that is out of balance, with pepper, spice and wood dominating the super-ripe black cherry fruits. It's unlikely to age for long.",,16,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Brondeau 2010 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brondeau-2010-merlot-superieur/,Merlot,2010,Château de Brondeau 12,White,France,"Just what the label says, this is fresh, fruity, simple and attractive Sauvignon Blanc. Lemon, crisp apple peel and fragrant acidity all meld easily together. Screwcap.",Limited Release,11,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Calvet 2011 Limited Release (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-2011-limited-release-sauvignon-blanc-blanc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Calvet 12,White,Italy,Two of the most planted white varieties of the Veneto (Pinot Grigio and Garganega) are blended here to offer soft peach and citrus tones followed by a soft and slightly thick mouthfeel.,,10,84,,Delle Venezie,,Antica Corte 2011 White (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-corte-2011-white-delle-venezie/,White Blend,2011,Antica Corte 13.7,White,US,"This blended white—a sweetish mix of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Gewürztraminer and Riesling—has a honeyed character that suggests that at least some of the grapes may have been touched with botrytis. Regardless, look for that sugary, honeyed flavor to dominate.",Windust,11,84,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Kamiak 2011 Windust White (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kamiak-2011-windust-white-other/,White Blend,2011,Kamiak 14,White,US,"Don't look for sunny California fruit in this wine. It's barely ripe, with green, gooseberry flavors barely breaking into nectarines. The aroma is marked by pyrazines, which give the wine a feline note. The finish is dry and tart in acidity.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Luli 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luli-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Luli 14.4,Red,US,"Made from old vines, this Zin is still super tight with mouth-drying tannins, and peppery with a base of black fruit and leather.",Old Vine,25,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Trinitas 2010 Old Vine Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinitas-2010-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2010,Trinitas 14,Red,Italy,"Despite the care that has gone into making this wine (it sees up to 18 months of barrel aging), the results are slightly muddled and disjointed. Ripe strawberry jam is followed by toasted spice and a touch of wood resin.",Riserva,38,84,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Condé 2009 Riserva (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-2009-riserva-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2009,Condé 14.6,Red,US,"The winery's first varietal bottling of Petit Verdot comes from Phinny Hill Vineyard in the Horse Heaven Hills. It's lightly aromatic with notes of peat, freshly tilled soil, and cherry. It shows all of the variety's brawn with dry, grainy tannins.",Phinny Hill Vineyard,30,84,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Clearwater Canyon 2010 Phinny Hill Vineyard Petit Verdot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clearwater-canyon-2010-phinny-hill-vineyard-petit-verdot-other/,Petit Verdot,2010,Clearwater Canyon 12.5,Sparkling,Spain,"The nose on this Cava from Ribera del Duero is chunky and yeasty. In the mouth, the wine foams up while showing flavors of orange, lemon and minerals. It's a touch sour on the finish, but overall it smells and tastes good, with little to no complexity.",Peñalba López Brut Nature,16,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Finca Torremilanos 2010 Peñalba López Brut Nature Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-torremilanos-2010-penalba-lopez-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2010,Finca Torremilanos 13.7,White,US,"There's fine acidity and classic citrus, peach and gooseberry flavors in this Sauvignon Blanc. It's a lovely wine, but it does finishes with a sugary feel.",,18,84,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/materra-2011-sauvignon-blanc-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 15.5,Rose,Italy,"This is a strange rosato made with the Sagrantino grape that shows the natural astringency of this native grape from Umbria and follows with heavy aromas of ripe citrus fruit, pineapple and even a savory touch of old spice. It also shows a touch of sweetness on the close.",Bocca di Rosa,21,84,Central Italy,Umbria,,Tabarrini 2011 Bocca di Rosa Sagrantino (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tabarrini-2011-bocca-rosa-italian-red-sagrantino-umbria/,Sagrantino,2011,Tabarrini 12.5,White,US,"Something seems off here, or perhaps it is just a young wine throwing off some bottling aromas. In any event, it's thin, simple and sugary, without the complexity of the excellent 2010.",Estate Grown,10,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),StoneCap 2011 Estate Grown Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonecap-2011-estate-grown-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2011,StoneCap 14,Red,Chile,"Hailing from chilly Casablanca, this Syrah shows a soupy, vegetal smelling nose that's mildly green and earthy. The palate feels pretty good and chunky, but the flavor profile runs green, with an herbal finish.",,30,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Loma Larga 2008 Syrah (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loma-larga-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-casablanca-valley/,Syrah,2008,Loma Larga 13.5,Red,US,"This North Coast Cab opens with fragrant cranberry aromas and has a decent level of texture and structure, but devolves into slightly green territory and a confusing finish of coffee.",Rock & Vine,18,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Nine North Wine Company 2011 Rock & Vine Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nine-north-wine-company-2011-rock-vine-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Nine North Wine Company 13,Red,Spain,"Light aromas of red plum and raspberry lead to a wiry, snappy feeling palate with a mix of raspberry, plum and cocoa powder flavors. This is a lean, juicy Tempranillo with modest character and a clean finish.",Crianza,16,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Nueva 2008 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-nueva-2008-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Finca Nueva 13.5,Red,Spain,"Grassy berry and light, leafy aromas define the bouquet. The mouth is a little tangy but mostly jammy, while blueberry, lemony oak and dilution define the flavor profile. A short, choppy, jammy finish comes across slightly washed out.",,12,84,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Finca Antigua 2010 Garnacha (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-antigua-2010-grenache-garnacha-mancha/,Garnacha,2010,Finca Antigua 12,White,Italy,"Rondineto is a slightly caramelized expression of Pinot Grigio that offers tones of butterscotch, candied apricot and sweet honey. In the mouth, this Italian white is creamy and thick.",Rondineto,12,84,Central Italy,Colli Aprutini,,Fattoria Giuseppe Savini 2011 Rondineto Pinot Grigio (Colli Aprutini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-giuseppe-savini-2011-rondineto-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-aprutini/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Fattoria Giuseppe Savini 12.5,Rose,France,"Light and fruity, a wine with touches of typical Cabernet Franc perfume. The wine is dry, crisp with raspberry flavors and a spicy, fresh aftertaste. Screwcap.",Limited Release Rosé,11,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Rosé,,Calvet 2011 Limited Release Rosé Cabernet Franc (Bordeaux Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-2011-limited-release-rose-cabernet-franc-rose/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Calvet 14.5,Red,US,"Ripe, jammy fruit, tart acidity and oak are pretty much what you get here. It's pretty simple and perhaps should be better than what it is.",,32,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Burt Street Cellars 2011 Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burt-street-cellars-2011-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2011,Burt Street Cellars 14.2,Red,US,"Some unripe, vegetal notes lower the score on this otherwise pleasant Syrah. They interfere with your full enjoyment of black cherries and cassis, and also make aging impossible. Drink up.",Estate,28,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Balletto 2010 Estate Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balletto-2010-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2010,Balletto 12,White,Italy,This creamy Sauvignon from Central Italy opens with ripe fruit aromas of citrus and melon followed by a tangy point of sage or Mediterranean herb. It feels thin and shows mild acidity.,,,84,,Delle Venezie,,Bosco dei Cirmioli 2011 Sauvignon (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosco-cirmioli-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-delle-venezie/,Sauvignon,2011,Bosco dei Cirmioli 12.5,White,Italy,“Abboccato” Orvieto Classico means the wine has just enough residual sugar to make it taste playfully sweet in the mouth. This expression delivers that soft sweetness with one-dimensional flavors of melon and stone fruit. Try it as an aperitivo wine.,Abboccato,,84,Central Italy,Orvieto Classico,,Barbi 2011 Abboccato (Orvieto Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barbi-2011-abboccato-white-orvieto-classico/,White Blend,2011,Barbi 12.5,White,Chile,"Match stick and oily white-fruit aromas come in front of a round, somewhat fat palate with warm, oily flavors of lychee, banana and spice. This falls off toward ripe banana and blandness on the finish.",Estate Selection,10,84,Central Valley,,,Aresti 2012 Estate Selection Gewürztraminer (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2012-estate-selection-gewurztraminer-central-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Aresti 12.5,Red,Chile,"This basic Pinot offers up tea and oaky clove and cinnamon aromas. It's fairly fresh and juicy in the mouth despite a mild resiny oak feel, and flavors of meaty berry fruits are fully spiced like a licorice gum drop.",Estate Selection,10,84,Central Valley,,,Aresti 2011 Estate Selection Pinot Noir (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2011-estate-selection-pinot-noir-central-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Aresti 12.5,White,France,"A bright, herbaceous wine that is full of citrus and grapefruit flavors. These go with a tangy character, crisp and hinting at black currants and more tropical fruit.",,15,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Laubès 2011 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laubes-2011-sauvignon-blanc-blanc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Château Laubès 12.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an easy and bright Montepulciano with sharp aromas of white cherry, forest floor and crushed mineral. It would wash down with a heaping plate of pasta.",,,84,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Bosco dei Cirmioli 2010 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosco-cirmioli-2010-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2010,Bosco dei Cirmioli 13,Rose,US,"This wine is ripe and simple, with jammy raspberry and cherry flavors, but it's clean and vibrant in acidity. The blend is Pinot Noir, Syrah and Grenache.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Burt Street Cellars 2011 Rosé (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burt-street-cellars-2011-rose-sonoma-coast/,Rosé,2011,Burt Street Cellars 12.5,White,Austria,"A wine that is soft, fragrant and very fruity. There's a touch of spice, pepper as well as tangy lemon zest. Sandgrube 13 is the address of the Krems cooperative. Screwcap.",Sandgrube 13,10,84,Niederösterreich,,,Winzer Krems 2012 Sandgrube 13 Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2012-sandgrube-13-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2012,Winzer Krems 12,White,Spain,"Mild, fleshy aromas of dusty white fruits lead to a clenched, acidic palate with citrus and nectarine flavors. The finish shows little deviation and nothing more than basic white-fruit flavors of citrus, peach and apple.",,12,84,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Esperanza 2012 Verdejo-Viura (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esperanza-2012-white-blend-verdejo-viura-rueda/,Verdejo-Viura,2012,Esperanza 11.4,White,US,"This is single vineyard Riesling with notes of apple cider, spice and lees. It offsets 2.8% Residual Sugar with tart, electric acidity but doesn't quite have the depth of flavors to match.",,18,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Pyrenees 2011 Riesling (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pyrenees-2011-riesling-southern-umpqua-valley/,Riesling,2011,Pyrenees 14.2,Rose,US,"Dark for a rosé, and jammy, with the pink bubblegum and strawberry flavors and acidity remniscent of a mainstream Beaujolais. Drink up at picnics, on the beach or at Sunday brunch.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Merriam 2012 Rosé (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2012-rose-sonoma-county/,Rosé,2012,Merriam 14.2,Rose,US,"Overtly ripe with jellied raspberry and strawberry flavors. Smoky-sweet meats, such as ham or sausages, will pair well.",Rosé of Pinot Noir,18,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merriam 2012 Rosé of Pinot Noir Rosé (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2012-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Rosé,2012,Merriam 15,Red,US,"Break out the barbecue for this lusty, slightly rustic Zinfandel. Brings out the variety's briary, brambly personality, with wild berry, thyme, pepper and currant flavors that finish hot with alcohol.",Old Vine,34,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Dane Cellars 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dane-cellars-2008-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Dane Cellars 13.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy baked cherry aromas come across candied and minty. The palate is full-force in terms of acidity, with punchy flavors of strawberry and plum. This finishes light, with strong acidity pushing snappy tartness to the fore.",4M,14,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Taron 2008 4M (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taron-2008-4m-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Taron 13.9,White,US,"Gets the Chardonnay job done effectively, offering flavors of orange, papaya, buttered toast, caramel, cream and vanilla honey. Pretty simple, but the price is right for what you get.",Lot #7,15,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Tangley Oaks 2010 Lot #7 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangley-oaks-2010-lot-7-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Tangley Oaks 13.5,Red,Italy,This Sangiovese from Lazio shows ripe aromas of sweet raspberry jam and strawberry followed by thick heaviness or waxiness on the finish.,Paterno,30,84,Central Italy,Lazio,,Trappolini 2008 Paterno Sangiovese (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trappolini-2008-paterno-sangiovese-lazio/,Sangiovese,2008,Trappolini 14.6,White,US,Barrel fermentation and aging (20% new) puts the wood at the fore here with notes of vanilla and oak spice along with white peach. It's viscous and oily with the alcohol showing prominently.,,22,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,RoxyAnn 2010 Viognier (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roxyann-2010-viognier-southern-rogue-valley/,Viognier,2010,RoxyAnn 14.5,Red,Spain,"Simple strawberry aromas come with stalky side notes. In the mouth, this is tannic while also coming across syrupy. Baked flavors of molasses, stewed plum and nutmeg end in a syrupy, cooked finish.",,15,84,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Sícoris 2009 Red (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sicoris-2009-red-costers-segre/,Red Blend,2009,Sícoris 14.5,Red,France,"A stalky, herbal wine, its wood and black currant fruits are overlaid with a tight, dry tannic character and intense acidity. It is young and will soften, but that acidity is sure to remain.",,,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Les Vignobles Gueissard 2011 Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-gueissard-2011-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Les Vignobles Gueissard 12.5,White,Italy,"Vintner Maurizio Marchetti has crafted an easy white wine to pair with fish or vegetable curry. The mouthfeel is thin and compact with bright tones of peach, citrus and almond on the close. It is packaged in a fun, amphora-shaped bottle.",,14,84,Central Italy,Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi,,Marchetti 2011 Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchetti-2011-italian-white-verdicchio-verdicchio-castelli-jesi/,Verdicchio,2011,Marchetti 13.7,White,US,"Pretty standard Chardonnay, with fruity, oaky flavors that are diluted, and a creamy texture. The finish is nice and dry and the acidity is balanced. It's alright for the price.",,16,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Santa Barbara Winery 2011 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Santa Barbara Winery 13.9,White,US,"This Sauvignon Blancs boasts a great big hit of green gooseberry but tinged with ammonia. It's dry and zippy in acidity, with enough citrus and vanilla to keep it balanced.",Danielle Estate,18,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merriam 2012 Danielle Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2012-danielle-estate-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Merriam 13.6,Rose,US,"A rosé of Tempranillo, with Syrah and Malbec blended in, Matchbook always offers good value on its wines, with this one basic and simple in its ripe raspberry and jasmine qualities. Drink cold.",Estate Bottled,12,84,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,Matchbook 2012 Estate Bottled Rosé (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matchbook-2012-estate-bottled-rose-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Rosé,2012,Matchbook 13.8,White,US,"Bright in acidity, which gives it a mouthwatering vitality. It's also a little ripe with Meyer lemon fruit. The result is sweet-and-sour, with the finish turning sugary.",24.4 Brix,22,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,MAD Wines 2010 24.4 Brix Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mad-wines-2010-244-brix-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,MAD Wines 14.1,Red,US,"A heavy, soft wine that tastes somewhat like a candy bar, with raspberry, caramel, brown sugar and roasted almond flavors. From the Pisoni family.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Luli 2011 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luli-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Luli 13,White,Italy,"Terre Magre is a tight and focused white wine with dusty mineral notes backed by peach, lemon and white flower. The wine is simple and easy with a lively fragrant quality that keeps it cheerful and light.",Terre Magre,18,84,,Delle Venezie,,Piera Martellozzo 2011 Terre Magre Malvasia (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piera-martellozzo-2011-terre-magre-italian-white-malvasia-delle-venezie/,Malvasia,2011,Piera Martellozzo 12,White,Italy,Here's a steady value wine from Northern Italy that shows easy aromas of citrus and melon backed by fresh acidity and a lively mouthfeel. Pair this wine with raw mozzarella drizzled with olive oil.,,10,84,,Delle Venezie,,My Moon 2011 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/my-moon-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2011,My Moon 13.5,White,US,"Sweet and oaky, with buttered toast, tangerine and apricot jam flavors. A simple and easy Chardonnay, in the modern style.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Kirkland Signature 2011 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Kirkland Signature 13.5,White,US,"Nice and clean, but the sweetness makes it almost a dessert wine. The sugary orange and peach flavors are balanced with good acidity.",,13,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Kenwood 15.7,Red,US,"Superripe berry and currant flavors veer into overripeness, with notes of shriveled raisins, in this blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre. It's high in alcohol, with a hot finish. Drink up.",Morpheus,36,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Kaleidos 2008 Morpheus Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaleidos-2008-morpheus-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Kaleidos 15.4,Red,US,"High alcohol sticks out on this wine, giving it a dry heat, while raisin flavors suggest a port-like overripeness. It's not going anywhere, so drink up.",Halter Ranch,40,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Kaleidos 2008 Halter Ranch Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaleidos-2008-halter-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2008,Kaleidos 12.5,Rose,Italy,Here's a fun and easy Sangiovese-based rosato that offers pretty tones of citrus and raspberry backed by a touch of bitter almond. It would pair with falafel or spicy eggplant purée appetizers.,,,84,Central Italy,Marche,,Angelini 2011 Sangiovese (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angelini-2011-sangiovese-marche/,Sangiovese,2011,Angelini 12,White,Chile,"Lime and mineral notes are about all that arise from the bouquet. On the palate, this is a sizzler with blazing acidity and narrow flavors of lemon and green apple. Yes, it's very fresh and cleansing; but this is also acidic and lean.",Natura,11,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Emiliana 2012 Natura Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2012-natura-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Emiliana 12,Red,Italy,This is a vegetal and slightly thorny expression of Pinot Nero that shows the small berry nuances that are characteristic of the varietal followed by tar and licorice. The wine is aged only in stainless steel to maintain its overall freshness.,Rondineto,12,84,Central Italy,Colli Aprutini,,Fattoria Giuseppe Savini 2010 Rondineto Pinot Nero (Colli Aprutini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-giuseppe-savini-2010-rondineto-pinot-noir-nero-colli-aprutini/,Pinot Nero,2010,Fattoria Giuseppe Savini 13.5,White,Chile,"There's no denying this wine's stalky, oily aromas. In the mouth, this blend of Roussanne, Marsanne and Viognier is chunky, with flavors that follow suit: the palate is bitter, slightly oxidized and melony. For $40, not much is clicking here.",The Blend Collection,40,84,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2011 The Blend Collection White (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2011-blend-collection-white-aconcagua-valley/,White Blend,2011,Errazuriz 13,White,Spain,"The nose on this clear-colored Godello is fresh, spunky and citrusy. The palate is spritzy in feel and juicy, but also kind of cloying and clumsy. Flavors of sweet apple, citrus, lychee and mango finish tropical and candied, with weight and flatness.",Capricho Val de Paxariñas,26,84,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Gancedo 2011 Capricho Val de Paxariñas Godello (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gancedo-2011-capricho-val-paxarinas-spanish-white-godello-bierzo/,Godello,2011,Gancedo 13.5,Red,US,"Powerfully intoxicating in aroma, this North Coast Cab turns slightly thin and tannic upon tasting, with a melange of herb and coffee flavor.",,17,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Chasing Lions 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chasing-lions-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Chasing Lions 14,Red,France,Somewhat severe with a stalky fruit character that shows tannins as much as black currant fruits. Spice and a hard edge suggest a wine that is never going to be ripe.,Le Château Rouge,19,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Thuerry 2010 Le Château Rouge Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-thuerry-2010-le-rouge-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Château Thuerry 13.5,Red,France,"Going more for stalky tannins, this is a youthful, but also austere wine. It has perfumed wood along with hints of black currant tightly encased in a severe outer shell.",,12,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Terre Blanque 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-terre-blanque-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Terre Blanque 12,White,US,"A useful wine, made in the lush, mellow way that many Americans like their Pinot Grigio. It's clean in acidity, with pleasant citrus, tropical fruit, green grass and vanilla flavors.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2012 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 13.6,White,US,"A little on the sweet side, with sugary green apple, orange and pineapple flavors. It's clean and crisp, making it a nice wine for summer picnics, at a good price.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sonoma Oaks 2012 Pinot Gris (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-oaks-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-county/,Pinot Gris,2012,Sonoma Oaks 13.5,Red,Italy,"Cenereto is a 50-50 blend of Sangiovese and Montepulciano that shows a thin, streamlined personality with bright accents of cherry and blackberry followed by tobacco and toasted espresso bean. The mouthfeel is flat and waxy.",Cenereto,14,85,Central Italy,Lazio,,Trappolini 2010 Cenereto Red (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trappolini-2010-cenereto-red-lazio/,Red Blend,2010,Trappolini 15.5,Red,US,"This bottling is typical of the style of Zin this vineyard produces. It's very high in alcohol, soft in acids, firm in tannins, and luscious with blackberry, cherry and milk chocolate flavor. Palls after a few sips due to its glyceriney richness.",Monte Rosso Vineyard,42,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Muscardini 2010 Monte Rosso Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muscardini-2010-monte-rosso-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Muscardini 14.5,Red,US,"This wine is hot, soft and simple, with blackberry jam, chocolate and anise flavors. The fruit is enormously concentrated. Inelegant, but it will partner well with barbecue.",Monte Rosso Vineyard,36,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Muscardini 2010 Monte Rosso Vineyard Sangiovese (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muscardini-2010-monte-rosso-vineyard-sangiovese-sonoma-valley/,Sangiovese,2010,Muscardini 13.5,Red,France,"Tight and stalky wine, the black currant, spice and tobacco characters all pushed to the front. It has a severe, more mineral style that shows acidity as well as lean fruit.",,23,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Roubine 2011 Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roubine-2011-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Château Roubine 13,Rose,France,"Full-bodied rosé, giving plenty of ripe red fruit flavors as well as attractive acidity. It's dry, textured while still fresh and lively.",Fleurs de Belcier,,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Rosé,,Château de Belcier 2012 Fleurs de Belcier Red (Bordeaux Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belcier-2012-fleurs-red-rose/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château de Belcier 12,White,France,"A simple, youthful white, perfumed and spicy as well as crisply fruity. From the Entre-deux-Mers region, it is cool, clean, laden with green plums and white currant flavors. For aging over the next few months.",,,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château du Pin Franc 2012 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pin-franc-2012-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château du Pin Franc 14,Red,Spain,"With can't-miss aromas of vanilla, dill and leathery cherry, this starts out in textbook form for a Rioja crianza. The palate is just round enough, with initial dark-berry flavors followed by numerous waves of bold oak that finish in a pool of dill, mint and spice flavors.",T Crianza,21,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Casa Primicia 2008 T Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-primicia-2008-t-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Casa Primicia 12.5,White,Italy,"This fresh Vermentino from Lazio in Central Italy opens with fresh notes of cut grass, peach and citrus. There's a touch of dusty mineral that adds a dry feeling to the finish.",Terra Marique,14,85,Central Italy,Lazio,,Cantine Lupo 2010 Terra Marique Vermentino (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-lupo-2010-terra-marique-italian-white-vermentino-lazio/,Vermentino,2010,Cantine Lupo 14.6,Red,US,"A big, exuberant Zinfandel, this is full bodied and soft, with ripe, briary blackberry, currant, dark chocolate, grilled meat and spice flavors. Ready to drink now.",Los Chamizal Vineyard,36,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Dane Cellars 2009 Los Chamizal Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dane-cellars-2009-los-chamizal-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Dane Cellars 12.5,White,Italy,"This Italian Chardonnay shows ripe tones of melon, peach and ripe tangerine. It feels easy and soft in the mouth and shows subtle fragrances of white mountain flower as well.",Collection,9,85,,Trentino,,Cavit 2011 Collection Chardonnay (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavit-2011-collection-chardonnay-trentino/,Chardonnay,2011,Cavit 14,Red,Italy,"Sometimes you need a light and refreshing red wine to serve with burgers or franks. This informal wine from Umbria shows an easy bouquet that is characterized by black fruit, bacon and cured meat.",Gatto Gatto,,85,Central Italy,Orvieto,,Castello di Montegiove 2010 Gatto Gatto (Orvieto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-montegiove-2010-gatto-gatto-red-orvieto/,Red Blend,2010,Castello di Montegiove 13.5,White,US,"Shows plenty of Chardonnay character, with ripe tropical fruit, peach, buttered toast and vanilla flavors, and a creamy texture. Nothing complicated or fancy going on, just a slightly ripe wine that many Chard fans will like.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Camp 2012 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camp-2012-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2012,Camp 15.3,Red,US,"It's all about simple, jammy cherry and blackberry, brown sugar and sweet oak flavors for this Zin. But it has a wonderful tannin-acid structure, making it a sophisticated barbecue wine.",Old Vine,10,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kirkland Signature 2010 Old Vine Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2010-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Kirkland Signature 12.5,Rose,France,"The lightest of three rosés from Gueissard, this is fresh and crisply fragrant, going toward a more citrus fruitiness with hedgerow fruits and lively final acidity.",,,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Les Vignobles Gueissard 2012 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-gueissard-2012-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Les Vignobles Gueissard 14,White,Spain,"A waxy nose with aromas of dried pit fruits including apricot is more stalky smelling than overtly fruity. A grabby mouthfeel shows weight and waxiness, while stalky, baked flavors of squash, pumpkin and papaya finish with a touch of oxidation. Drink now before this loses its vitality.",Selección,30,85,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Viña Somoza 2011 Selección Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-somoza-2011-seleccion-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2011,Viña Somoza 13.5,Rose,France,"Full, while still crisp, this strawberry and orange flavored rosé is ripe, dry with a touch of pepper and a rounded, smooth character. Screwcap.",,16,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château la Gordonne 2011 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gordonne-2011-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2011,Château la Gordonne 14.4,White,Chile,"Early on this smells strained, like a haystack with brine. Give it time and it comes around, although it remains chunky in feel, with citrus and nectarine flavors. On the finish it's thick and heavy (14.4% ABV means weight and viscosity).",Gran Reserva El Refugio Vineyard,15,85,Casablanca & Leyda Valleys,,,Carmen 2011 Gran Reserva El Refugio Vineyard Chardonnay (Casablanca & Leyda Valleys),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2011-gran-reserva-el-refugio-vineyard-chardonnay-casablanca-leyda-valleys/,Chardonnay,2011,Carmen 12,White,France,"A round and full flavored wine. It is soft with apple and pear flavors, lifted by a touch of lemon zest. There is some weight to this ripe, dry, finally crisp wine. Keep for a few more months.",,15,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Fonfroide 2011 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonfroide-2011-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château Fonfroide 13,Red,France,"Showing the structure of the vintage, while missing some of the flesh. The wine has a dry, firm and tannic core that hides the red fruit flavors. The wine, still on the austere side, will be ready to drink in a year.",,15,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Fonfroide 2010 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonfroide-2010-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Fonfroide 12.5,White,Spain,"Oxidized, stemmy aromas suggest a stalky, burnt-out wine. Things are slightly better in the mouth, where the feel is narrow and the flavors are bitter, stalky and hint at peach pit and citrus peel. This is hollow on the finish but lively in feel.",Calcari,19,85,Catalonia,Penedès,,Parés Baltà 2010 Calcari Xarel-lo (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pares-balta-2010-calcari-spanish-white-xarel-lo-penedes/,Xarel-lo,2010,Parés Baltà 13.5,Red,Spain,"Raspberry, chocolate and plum aromas form a basic bouquet. This shows tight grip along with flavors of baked berry fruits, leather and earth. The finish tastes a bit rubbery, and then heat and dry, peppery notes take over.",Crianza,16,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Legarda 2008 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-legarda-2008-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Marqués de Legarda 12.9,White,US,This 100% varietal wine is lightly aromatic with notes of fig and fresh spun cotton. It's medium bodied in feel with lemony acids but wants a bit more concentration to keep it together.,,22,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Pyrenees 2011 Semillon (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pyrenees-2011-semillon-semillon-southern-umpqua-valley/,Sémillon,2011,Pyrenees 14,White,Chile,"For most people this oak-aged SB is a love-it-or-leave-it type of wine, but in this case it falls somewhere in the middle. A largely neutral bouquet comes with resiny aromas of melon. This is round, smooth and soft in the mouth, with toasty, resiny apple, melon and bitter flavors. It's showing oxidation and age on the finish, meaning it's got one foot in the grave.",Alfa Centauri,34,85,Leyda Valley,,,O. Fournier 2010 Alfa Centauri Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2010-alfa-centauri-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,O. Fournier 12.5,White,Austria,"A rich style of Grüner, showing pear and peach fruits and a warm texture. There is citrus acidity present, supporting the richness. It's a ready-to-drink simple wine, finishing full and fruity. Screwcap.",Mo-Velt,10,85,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 2011 Mo-Velt Grüner Veltliner (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-hans-und-christine-2011-mo-velt-gruner-veltliner-burgenland/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 14.3,White,US,"Shows good Chardonnay character, with pleasant citrus and tropical fruit, buttered toast and vanilla flavors. The acidity is fine, but it's watery, lacking depth and fullness. Disappointing from this producer.",,30,85,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2010 Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2010-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2010,Foley 13,Red,US,"This is a good Cab for drinking with everyday fare, like burgers or tacos. It's softly tannic and sweet with blackberries, cherries and toasty oak.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Kirkland Signature 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Kirkland Signature 14.9,Red,US,"It's hard to fall immediately in love with this Cabernet, despite the fancy Oakville address, as the tannins are so firm. But it's dry and clean, and although the tannins are the star—bold and astringent—there's black fruit there, too, to help it along. Drink now.",Signature Series,19,85,California,Napa,Oakville,Kirkland Signature 2010 Signature Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2010-signature-series-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Kirkland Signature 13.5,Red,US,"This is a little jammy with fruit, while also a little hot, but pretty good for the price. Marked by flavors of raspberry jam and red currants, it's a nice, medium-bodied and balanced wine.",South Ridge,15,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2010 South Ridge Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2010-south-ridge-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2010,J. Lohr 13.9,Red,US,"The blend is 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 24% Syrah and 5% Sangio. It's a sturdy, all-purpose red, diffuse but with simple raspberry and cherry fruit as the focus of a somewhat grapey, slightly sweet core.",Rock Lake,16,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Kamiak 2009 Rock Lake Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kamiak-2009-rock-lake-red-other/,Red Blend,2009,Kamiak 15.3,Red,US,"Even though the alcohol is a high 15.3% abv, this Cabernet tastes like it still has some residual sweetness. It's as rich and ripe in blackberries, but awkward, and doesn't seem capable of aging.",Estate,80,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,L'Aventure 2010 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laventure-2010-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,L'Aventure 13,White,Italy,Sweet aromas of honeysuckle and fragrant flower open the bouquet of this blend of indigenous grapes from Central Italy. The mouthfeel is slightly thick and viscous but there's a touch of fresh citrus on the close to balance it out.,Regillo,15,85,Central Italy,Frascati Superiore,,Tenuta di Pietra Porzia 2011 Regillo (Frascati Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-pietra-porzia-2011-regillo-white-frascati-superiore/,White Blend,2011,Tenuta di Pietra Porzia 13,Red,US,"This has a strong start with aromas of black fruits and licorice. It's rather light in color, with fruit flavors of ripe raspberry and a little funk in the finish.",Estate Grown,10,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),StoneCap 2011 Estate Grown Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonecap-2011-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2011,StoneCap 12.5,White,US,"This wine is slightly spritzy and sugary, with simple yet clean apple flavors. The finish is sweet, quick and pleasantly quaffable. Best to chill it down before drinking.",Estate Grown,10,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),StoneCap 2011 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonecap-2011-estate-grown-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,StoneCap 14.5,Red,US,"A good, rustic Merlot, this is dry and smooth, with cherry, chocolate, anise and spice flavors. Fine for drinking now.",,28,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Record Family Wines 2010 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/record-family-wines-2010-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2010,Record Family Wines 13.5,White,US,"A useful, all-purpose Chardonnay for parties. Gets the job done with a creamy texture and hints of vanilla, buttered toast, Asian pears and green apples.",,14,85,California,California Other,California,Six Degrees 2011 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-degrees-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Six Degrees 13.5,Red,Spain,"The overriding character of this basic Rioja is raisiny, ripe berry fruit; it's on the nose, palate and finish. Alongside these notes are mild tannins, some rubbery weight and chunky friendliness.",Crianza,14,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Cerrada 2009 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cerrada-2009-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Viña Cerrada 11.5,White,US,"Slightly soapy in the nose, this enters softly, then turns sharp and slightly bitter. Hints of melon and butter emerge, but the mouthfeel is somewhat disjointed and the flavors not yet fully integrated.",,20,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Torii Mor 2011 Pinot Blanc (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2011-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Torii Mor 12.5,White,Spain,"Slightly mealy smelling citrus aromas are offset by an Animal Cracker-like vanilla scent. The palate is melony and plump, with candied lime, Yellow Delicious apple and powdered sugar flavors. This finishes soft but not flabby.",,20,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Circe 2012 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/circe-2012-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2012,Circe 14.7,Red,US,"Sourced from the Crawford vineyard in Washington's Yakima Valley, this inexpensive Syrah seems a bit stripped. There is some good material here, but a whiff of volatility and a deadness in the mouth robs it of vitality. Light cherry and plum, with a dash of coffee, is what's left.",Raya Jade,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Cottonwood Winery of Oregon 2007 Raya Jade Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottonwood-winery-oregon-2007-raya-jade-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2007,Cottonwood Winery of Oregon 15.2,Red,US,"Hailing from Verhey Vineyard in the Rattlesnake Hills, the Syrah from this Idaho producer has notes of cherry cola, chocolate, and medicine cabinet. It's full throttle with palate coating chocolate notes and tart fruit flavors along with a surprising amount of tannins.",Verhey Vineyard,28,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Clearwater Canyon 2010 Verhey Vineyard Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clearwater-canyon-2010-verhey-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2010,Clearwater Canyon 14.5,Red,France,"Structured wine with 30% of Cabernet to give shape to the very ripe Merlot. The wine has both acidity, some firm tannins and a concentrated, dry core. It's likely to age well over 3–4 years.",,16,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Domaine de Courteillac 2010 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-courteillac-2010-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine de Courteillac 12,White,Italy,"This bright Trebbiano offers aromas of cut grass, green olive, citrus and stone fruit. The light, lean mouthfeel would wash down with fried calamari.",,11,85,Central Italy,Trebbiano d'Abruzzo,,Farnese 2011 Trebbiano d'Abruzzo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farnese-2011-italian-white-trebbiano-trebbiano-dabruzzo/,Trebbiano,2011,Farnese 12.5,Rose,France,"Simple, fruity wine, crisp, clean, laden with red fruits and touched by vanilla. The wine is light, fragrant and totally ready to drink.",Sables d'Azur,,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Gassier 2012 Sables d'Azur Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gassier-2012-sables-dazur-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Gassier 12,White,Italy,"Produced in large stainless steel vats, this is a steady and commercial Pinot Grigio that touches all the bases of freshness, fruitiness and simplicity. Pair it with Thai spring rolls or dim sum.",,12,85,,Delle Venezie,,Sartori 2012 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Sartori 11,Red,Italy,Lambrusco I Quercioli opens with a dark ruby color and pink foam that fizzes when the wine is poured into the glass. This is a dry bubbly red wine that shows the perky effervescence and acidity to pair with buttery pasta or cheesy tortellini dishes.,I Quercioli Secco,13,85,Central Italy,Lambrusco Reggiano,,Medici Ermete NV I Quercioli Secco (Lambrusco Reggiano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medici-ermete-nv-i-quercioli-secco-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-reggiano/,Lambrusco,,Medici Ermete 12.5,White,France,"Young, herbaceous wine, very fruity and lightly perfumed. It is crisp and delicate, with its citrus and pineapple fruits already lively and fresh.",,14,85,Bordeaux,Entre-Deux-Mers,,Château Allégret 2012 Entre-Deux-Mers,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-allegret-2012-white-entre-deux-mers/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Allégret 13,Red,France,"Wood-laden, spicy wine with some ripe black currant fruit and soft tannins. This is a warm, open wine that is likely to age over the next year.",,17,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Allégret 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-allegret-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Allégret 14.5,Red,US,"This sports a smoky aroma, wrapped into tight, tart red fruits. There is an ashy undertone, and somewhat granular tannins.",Marina Piper,20,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cottonwood Winery of Oregon 2011 Marina Piper Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottonwood-winery-oregon-2011-marina-piper-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Cottonwood Winery of Oregon 13.5,White,Chile,"The nose on this average SB is bland and neutral, but inoffensive. A fleshy, normal feeling palate leads to slightly dilute flavors of scallion, mustard green and apple. This finishes mellow and slightly pithy, with nothing in particular standing out.",Cuvée Tradition,13,85,Rapel Valley,,,Château Los Boldos 2012 Cuvée Tradition Sauvignon Blanc (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-los-boldos-2012-cuvee-tradition-sauvignon-blanc-rapel-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Château Los Boldos 13,Red,France,"The aromas are of wood as much as fruit. While the palate also shows plenty of wood aging flavors, there is also a more floral, red berry fruit character that's already attractive. The acidity at the end gives intense freshness.",,15,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Laubès 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laubes-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Laubès 12.8,White,US,"Cold-fermented entirely in stainless steel with no oak aging, this Mendocino County Gewürztraminer is waxy and fully aromatic with roses and a spicy sharpness. With a nice peach finish, it would be great served cold with Thai food.",Gewürz,12,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2012 Gewürz Gewürztraminer (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2012-gewurz-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Alexander Valley Vineyards 14,White,Chile,"Soft citrus with exotic spice notes make for a good but flabby bouquet. Things follow suit in the mouth, which is chunky and heavy. Flavors of mild citrus and lychee are oily and lightly spiced, while the finish flattens up and turns bitter. Drink now.",La Joya Gran Reserva,15,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2012 La Joya Gran Reserva Gewurztraminer (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2012-joya-gran-reserva-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-colchagua-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2012,Viña Bisquertt 14,White,Italy,"From the Circeo appellation in Lazio (Central Italy), this blend of Trebbiano (50%), Malvasia and Chardonnay opens with sticky aromas of honey, ripe peach and candied apricot. The wine feels heavy and waxy in the mouth and could use an extra boost of acidity.",Innato Circeo,16,85,Central Italy,Lazio,,Villa Gianna 2011 Innato Circeo White (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-gianna-2011-innato-circeo-white-lazio/,White Blend,2011,Villa Gianna 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a ripe and slightly jammy expression of Cabernet Sauvignon with tones of strawberry and raspberry back by a lush, soft mouthfeel. There is a chewy quality to the finish.",Vigne del Borgo,16,85,Central Italy,Lazio,,Villa Gianna 2010 Vigne del Borgo Cabernet Sauvignon (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-gianna-2010-vigne-borgo-cabernet-sauvignon-lazio/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Villa Gianna 12,White,Italy,Here is a great value wine from Central Italy that opens with grassy tones of garden herb and fresh sage followed by citrus and white peach. The mouthfeel is cool and crisp with a touch of fruity softness.,Exclamation Point,10,85,Central Italy,Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico,,Umani Ronchi 2011 Exclamation Point (Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umani-ronchi-2011-exclamation-point-italian-white-verdicchio-verdicchio-castelli-jesi-classico/,Verdicchio,2011,Umani Ronchi 13,Red,Chile,"After an herbal, lightly leafy aromatic opening, this rings around in the mouth before settling on racy red plum, raspberry and controlled herbal flavors. It's solid and varietally correct, but it finishes short and a bit acidic.",Columbine Special Reserve,17,85,Casablanca Valley,,,William Cole 2011 Columbine Special Reserve Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2011-columbine-special-reserve-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,William Cole 14.5,Red,US,"This Cabernet has a rather bubblegummy, candied, gassy taste. It's exuberantly ripe in cherries, red currants and mocha, and fun to drink, but expensive.",Three Creek Vineyard,40,85,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Cimarone 2011 Three Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cimarone-2011-three-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Cimarone 12,White,Spain,"Yeasty, dusty aromas of apple and melon lead to a plump, almost flat feeling palate with generic flavors of peach, apple and melon. The finish has a soft, mealy, slightly creamy and flat feel along with modest flavors of white fruits.",,11,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2012 Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2012-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2012,El Coto 13.8,Red,US,"With some blackberry, cassis and oak flavors, this is a pretty good wine. It's a little green, and the acidity is sharp. Drink up.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Edna Valley Vineyard 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Edna Valley Vineyard 13.5,White,Spain,"The bouquet on this white blend almost goes in reverse, meaning it's so neutral that it seems to go backwards. In the mouth, the wine is fleshy and soft, with flabby flavors of banana, papaya and bland citrus. A sugary tasting finish with pear and banana is o.k. but cloying.",Barranc dels Closos,28,85,Catalonia,Priorat,,Mas Igneus 2010 Barranc dels Closos White (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-igneus-2010-barranc-dels-closos-white-priorat/,White Blend,2010,Mas Igneus 13.9,Red,US,"Not a lot of stuffing in this Pinot Noir. The raspberry and cherry flavors hit fast and disappear quickly, with a mushroomy finish. But the wine does show a certain flair and elegance.",,24,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calera 2011 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Calera 14,Red,US,"This is a tightly wound wine that's dry and tannic. Although it has a solid core of cherry jam, red currant and sweet oak flavors, the texture is a little rough. Drink now.",,32,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Burt Street Cellars 2011 Grenache (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burt-street-cellars-2011-grenache-sonoma-coast/,Grenache,2011,Burt Street Cellars 13,Red,Italy,Pojo del Ruspo is a mild and thin Sangiovese with sour cherry and plum at the back. The wine is well suited to very informal occasions.,Pojo del Ruspo,,85,Central Italy,Umbria,,Barbi 2008 Pojo del Ruspo Sangiovese (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barbi-2008-pojo-ruspo-sangiovese-umbria/,Sangiovese,2008,Barbi 13.5,Red,US,"This is an easy red blend that's soft and clean, with lush cherry jam, red licorice and mocha flavors.",Proprietary,17,85,California,California Other,California,Austerity 2011 Proprietary Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/austerity-2011-proprietary-red-other/,Red Blend,2011,Austerity 13.5,Red,Spain,"This Valencia blend opens with aromas of latex, Band-Aid and jammy red-berry fruits. It's wide in the mouth, with a mix of buttery oak, herbal berry and minty plum flavors. This is good but shows a distinct green side on the palate and finish.",Tinto,30,85,Levante,Valencia,,Angosto 2010 Tinto Red (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angosto-2010-tinto-red-valencia/,Red Blend,2010,Angosto 14.6,Red,US,"Rosella's is a very good vineyard, but this Pinot is unripe and unbalanced. There's an herbal, vegetal note that gets in the way of the cherries and pomegranates. Hard to see it going anywhere, so drink up.",Rosella's Vineyard,45,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,August West 2011 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-west-2011-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,August West 13.5,Red,US,"Quite light in color with notes of raspberry, medicine cabinet, and light herbs. It coats that palate with a waxy feel supported by rustic tannins.",The Expedition Cabernet Sauvignon,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Canoe Ridge 2011 The Expedition Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-2011-expedition-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Canoe Ridge 13,Red,France,"The second wine of Château Magnol, this is a ripe, smoke and wood flavored wine. It has spice, attractive black currant fruits and some—not too many—firm tannins. With its inherent fruitiness it will be ready to drink this year.",Les Charmes de Magnol,,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Magnol 2011 Les Charmes de Magnol (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-magnol-2011-charmes-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Magnol 14,Red,France,"A ripe and fruity wine, very typical of the vintage. There's a strong stalky black currant character, with some dry tannins and wood flavors. The aftertaste, though, comes right back to fruit and juicy acidity.",,35,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Bois de Rolland 2009 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bois-de-rolland-2009-bordeaux-superieur-171694/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Bois de Rolland 12.5,Red,France,"A delicate wine that is completely ready to drink and needs to be consumed now before it ages further. The fruit has developed a secondary, animal character, the tannins starting to dominate with their dryness.",,60,85,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château du Grand Bos 2007 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-bos-2007-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château du Grand Bos 12,White,Italy,There's a ripe and spicy side to this thick Chardonnay from Central Italy that is followed by tones of orange skin and apricot. The finish is thick and chewy.,,,85,,Delle Venezie,,Bosco dei Cirmioli 2011 Chardonnay (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosco-cirmioli-2011-chardonnay-delle-venezie/,Chardonnay,2011,Bosco dei Cirmioli 12,White,Italy,"Here's a fresh and clean value wine (made with 100% Trebbiano) that opens with cut green-grass aromas, citrus and honeydew melon. Pair this wine with fried finger foods.",,11,85,Central Italy,Trebbiano d'Abruzzo,,Caldora Vini 2011 Trebbiano d'Abruzzo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caldora-vini-2011-italian-white-trebbiano-trebbiano-dabruzzo/,Trebbiano,2011,Caldora Vini 13,White,Italy,Vintner Giovannella Fugazza has crafted a soft and plush white wine with ripe peach and candied fruit aromas. The fragrant grape used is Malvasia and the wine is sweet and chewy on the close.,Tasto di Seta,22,85,Central Italy,Colli Piacentini,,Castello di Luzzano 2011 Tasto di Seta Malvasia (Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-luzzano-2011-tasto-seta-italian-white-malvasia-colli-piacentini/,Malvasia,2011,Castello di Luzzano 13.5,White,Chile,"Citrus and tropical fruit aromas are basic and the slightest bit stalky smelling. Spritzy lift gives the body some kick, while zesty flavors of sport pepper, jalapeño and citrus culminate in a juicy finish.",Reserva,13,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Casa Viva 2012 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-viva-2012-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Casa Viva 14,Red,US,"There's lots of fresh, savory raspberry and cherry jam fruit in this Zin. Marked by good acids and tannins, with a dry finish, it's a fine wine to drink now",Old Vine,15,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Zin 91 2011 Old Vine Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zin-91-2011-old-vine-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2011,Zin 91 13.5,White,Chile,"The nose on this racy Viognier is mostly tropical. In the mouth, this is lifted, tangy and acidic, with citrusy flavors of lime, lemon and green appple. A tangy, fresh, zesty finish with a lemon-based flavor is refreshing but angular.",La Joya Gran Reserva,15,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2012 La Joya Gran Reserva Viognier (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2012-joya-gran-reserva-viognier-colchagua-valley/,Viognier,2012,Viña Bisquertt 12.7,Red,US,"Some light Graham cracker aromas come up quickly, but in the mouth the wine all but disappears. Watery and thin, it shows little promise of further improvement.",Signature Cuvée,50,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2010 Signature Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2010-signature-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Willamette Valley Vineyards 13,Red,Austria,"Fresh and fruity, this brings out the strawberry and bright fruits of the Zweigelt. A touch of tannin gives the wine shape and structure, while it finishes with juicy, fruity acidity.",,,85,Weinland Österreich,,,Ecker 2011 Zweigelt (Weinland Österreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ecker-2011-other-red-zweigelt-weinland-osterreich/,Zweigelt,2011,Ecker 12,White,Italy,"A classic wine from Central Italy, Titulus is packaged in that iconic amphora-shaped bottle and offers fresh aromas of crisp lemon, cut grass and talc powder. With nearly 200,000 cases made, the wine is widely available in retail.",Titulus,13,85,Central Italy,Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi,,Fazi Battaglia 2011 Titulus (Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fazi-battaglia-2011-titulus-italian-white-verdicchio-verdicchio-castelli-jesi/,Verdicchio,2011,Fazi Battaglia 13.8,Red,US,"This Merlot is dry, firm in tannins and earthy, with cherry, currant and tobacco flavors that finish in a swirl of spice. There's a rusticity to the tannins that strongly suggests drinking now.",Eakle Ranch,25,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pope Valley Winery 2010 Eakle Ranch Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pope-valley-winery-2010-eakle-ranch-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Pope Valley Winery 13.5,Red,Italy,"A small percentage of Merlot (just 5%) is added to this bright Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore for extra softness and cherry intensity. At its essence, this is a simple and easy-going wine with short lived tones of tar, licorice, tea leaf and easy berry flavors.",,23,85,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Condé 2010 Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-2010-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2010,Condé 13.5,Red,Chile,"With rubbery, slightly herbal aromas of generic red berry, this comes across standard on the nose. In the mouth, it's fresh but smacks hard with acidity, while simple raspberry and plum flavors end herbal and lightly baked tasting.",Estate Grown,10,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Cornellana 2011 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cornellana-2011-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Cornellana 15.6,Red,US,"This is dark, soft and sweet, with milk chocolate, blackberry jam and raisin flavors. It shows Petite Sirah's firm tannins, but also its gentler, high alcohol side, finishing with a glyceriney sweetness.",Derby Vineyard,26,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Derby 2009 Derby Vineyard Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/derby-2009-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2009,Derby 13,Rose,France,"Fruity, crisp, this is a classic Provence rosé. It is packed with fragrant raspberry fruits, bright acidity and a bright, warm, sun-drenched aftertaste. Drink now.",,12,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Barton & Guestier 2011 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2011-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2011,Barton & Guestier 13,Red,Italy,"This great value wine opens with ripe fruit tones and blackberry followed by leather, spice and bitter almond. It's a correct wine with fun and informal flair making it perfect for pizza or take-out dinners.",Podere,10,85,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Umani Ronchi 2011 Podere (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umani-ronchi-2011-podere-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2011,Umani Ronchi 13.8,White,US,"A simple Chardonnay, it has strong acidity and equally strong vanilla, peach and orange flavors. There's even a hint of buttercream.",Stainless Steel Fermented,22,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Roche 2012 Stainless Steel Fermented Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-2012-stainless-steel-fermented-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Roche 13.5,White,Italy,"From the border of the Emilia-Romagna and Lombardy regions of Northern Italy, this organic white wine shows warm aromas of peach, apricot, caramel and melon backed by touches of toasted almond and yellow rose. The mouthfeel is chewy and thick.",Selezione Frassineto,23,85,Central Italy,Colli Piacentini,,Tenuta Villa Tavernago 2010 Selezione Frassineto Sauvignon Blanc (Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-villa-tavernago-2010-selezione-frassineto-sauvignon-blanc-colli-piacentini/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Tenuta Villa Tavernago 14.6,Red,US,"This doesn't show any Rutherford character; in fact, it could come from just about anywhere. But it's a proper Cabernet, dry and full-bodied, with simple black-currant and oak flavors, and the price is right.",,14,85,California,Napa,Rutherford,Kirkland Signature 2011 Meritage (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2011-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-rutherford/,Meritage,2011,Kirkland Signature 14.5,Red,US,"With strawberry jam and pink bubblegum flavors, made keen by fresh acidity, this Pinot Noir is Beaujolais-like. It's easygoing and made for drinking now.",,26,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Jacella 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacella-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Jacella 13,White,Spain,"This white Garnacha starts with a salinic nose that contains aromas of pear, papaya, salami and ham. It's a little flabby on the palate, with pithy, oily flavors of papaya, melon, lychee and salt. There's mild bitterness to the finish, but not enough to sink the wine.",,12,85,Catalonia,Terra Alta,,Las Colinas Del Ebro 2012 Garnacha Blanca (Terra Alta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-colinas-ebro-2012-spanish-white-garnacha-blanca-terra-alta/,Garnacha Blanca,2012,Las Colinas Del Ebro 12.5,Rose,France,"Living up to its name, this wine comes in a bottle shaped like an ancient amphora. Its fruit is more modern, clean and fresh with just a hint of aromatic spices and orange zest. The aftertaste has a touch of vanilla.",,,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,L'Amphore de Provence 2012 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamphore-provence-2012-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,L'Amphore de Provence 14.3,Red,US,"Here's a bone dry, tannic, full-bodied Cabernet. It's packed with cassis flavors that define the essence of Cabernet. But it is very astringent. Will it age? The best guess is no, due to a certain thinness, so give it a long decanting and drink now.",Brix 26.2,30,85,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,MAD Wines 2010 Brix 26.2 Cabernet Sauvignon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mad-wines-2010-brix-262-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,MAD Wines 12,White,Austria,"A fresh, fruity wine, full of crisp apples with a touch of pear. It's in the bright, light style of the one liter bottles from Austria, a great party wine.",,,85,Weinland Österreich,,,Lustig 2011 Grüner Veltliner (Weinland Österreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lustig-2011-gruner-veltliner-weinland-osterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Lustig 14,Red,Chile,"This value-priced Syrah is meaty, leathery and spicy smelling, which can be typical for the variety. The palate is a bit shrill and acidic, while narrow flavors of red berries, herbs and minty green settle on a lightly herbal finish.",Puerto Viejo Reserve,10,85,Curicó Valley,,,Viña Requingua 2011 Puerto Viejo Reserve Syrah (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-requingua-2011-puerto-viejo-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-curico-valley/,Syrah,2011,Viña Requingua 13.5,Red,Italy,Barriano is a rosemary green and slightly vegetal blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon that is balanced out by a good dose of plump red cherry in the mouth.,Barriano,16,85,Central Italy,Lazio,,Villa Gianna 2009 Barriano Red (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-gianna-2009-barriano-red-lazio/,Red Blend,2009,Villa Gianna 14.7,Red,US,"The oak (40% new French) steals the show on this vineyard-designated, single block Syrah with notes of vanilla and toast overwhelming the vintage's subtle fruit flavors.",Block 19 Syrah Weinbau Vineyard,42,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Revelry 2010 Block 19 Syrah Weinbau Vineyard Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/revelry-2010-block-19-syrah-weinbau-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2010,Revelry 13.5,Red,Spain,"Initially, this smells damp and earthy, although with airing a mix of leather, berry fruits and vanilla emerge. The palate is bumpy and borderline sticky feeling, with baked, earthy flavors of black fruits and herbal tones. The finish is short and tastes a little raisiny.",R-OH,20,85,Catalonia,Montsant,,R.O.Q. Corp 2009 R-OH Carignan-Grenache (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roq-corp-2009-r-oh-rhone-style-red-blend-carignan-grenache-montsant/,Carignan-Grenache,2009,R.O.Q. Corp 13.9,Red,Chile,"Herbal plum and berry aromas turn a bit green and herbaceous with airing. In the mouth, this is modest and regular feeling, with leafy flavors of wintergreen running alongside peppery cherry and berry. A short, herbal finish is the close.",Reserva,12,85,Maule Valley,,,Sundance 2010 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sundance-2010-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Sundance 15,Red,Italy,"It's a little hard to get past the cooked fruit nuances that hit the nose in a powerful and determined manner. Dark, inky concentration is followed by jammy cherry, sweet jam with a touch of smoked bacon.",Kurni,100,85,Central Italy,Marche,,Oasi degli Angeli 2009 Kurni Montepulciano (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oasi-degli-angeli-2009-kurni-italian-red-montepulciano-marche/,Montepulciano,2009,Oasi degli Angeli 12.9,Rose,US,There's a pretty pink “eye of the partridge” color on this blush wine. Brisk acidity makes the finish clean and minerally. The strawberry and vanilla flavors finish just slightly off dry.,Alice's Vineyards Rosato,22,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Muscardini 2012 Alice's Vineyards Rosato Sangiovese (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muscardini-2012-alices-rosato-sangiovese-sonoma-valley/,Sangiovese,2012,Muscardini 14.5,White,US,"An oaky, full-bodied, warm-climate Chardonnay with long lingering flavors of vanilla and coconut, as well as ripe apple crisp.",Para Mas Amigas,24,85,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wood Family Vineyards 2011 Para Mas Amigas Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wood-family-2011-para-mas-amigas-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Wood Family Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"Intense in herbal cranberry and cassis, this Livermore Cab Franc has a touch of spiciness and a leathery finish.",,28,85,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wood Family Vineyards 2010 Cabernet Franc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wood-family-2010-cabernet-franc-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Wood Family Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"This is a smooth, straightforward Cabernet Sauvignon, that's well-priced, but textbook in its berry, spice and herbal flavors and aromas. A fantastic everyday wine.",Southern Hills,15,85,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2010 Southern Hills Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2010-southern-hills-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Wente 14.5,Red,US,"This is soft and simple, but there's some charm to the black cherry, blueberry and oak flavors. The bite of tannins on this everyday Merlot suggests pairing with rich beef or lamb dishes.",,25,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 2010 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-2010-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Markham 13.5,White,Chile,"This is basic and mild as a whole. The nose blends citrus, apple and fresh bell pepper aromas in front of a zesty, medium-intensity palate with standard citrus flavors including lime and orange. For a refreshing quaff this summer, this more than suffices.",Reserva,12,85,San Antonio,,,MontGras 2012 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2012-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-san-antonio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,MontGras 14,Red,Spain,"Stalky, mildly green aromas of grass, blueberry and raisin are challenging but not offputting. This is tight and fairly acidic for a La Mancha blend of Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. Flavors of herbal berry and stewed fruits end with a baked character and heat.",Premium,14,85,Central Spain,Mentrida,,Arrayán 2007 Premium Red (Mentrida),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrayan-2007-premium-red-mentrida/,Red Blend,2007,Arrayán 13.5,White,Chile,"Passion fruit, lime and feline aromas give the bouquet crispness and varietal snap. The palate is tangy, lean and somewhat dilute, with pithy grapefruit, lime and tarragon flavors. The finish shows modest cut but regular, weakly defined flavors.",Reserva,12,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Echeverria 2012 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2012-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Echeverria 14,Red,Spain,"Raw, rooty, scratchy aromas that suggest clove and licorice set up a tight, drawing, tannic palate with herbal, leathery, dark flavors of wild berry and bitter chocolate. Mint, a strong clove characteristic and dark fruit flavors control the finish.",,14,85,Levante,Jumilla,,Hilanda 2010 Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hilanda-2010-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2010,Hilanda 14,Red,France,"From selected parcels, this solid and dark wine has extracted chocolate flavors from an over-enthusiastic use of wood. It's tough, and hard to see how it can really soften sufficiently to allow the fruit to surface.",Les Armoiries de Belcier,,85,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Belcier 2010 Les Armoiries de Belcier (Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belcier-2010-armoiries-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Belcier 14.5,Red,France,"While there is probably plenty of ripe fruit somewhere in this wine, it is all too much dominated by high toast wood flavors which will likely always give a tough character. It only just hints at a more generous side.",,17,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Rousset-Caillau 2010 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rousset-caillau-2010-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Rousset-Caillau 14.2,White,US,"Satisfies the Chardonnay sweet tooth, with vanilla, buttered toast and jammy apricot, orange, lime and honey flavors. There's good Central Coast acidity for balance.",,24,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bernardus 2011 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Bernardus 14.9,Red,US,"The black, inky color of this Syrah only begins to suggest its power. The first sip explodes with flavors of melted dark chocolate and crème de cassis, sprinkled with black pepper. It's a huge wine, not particularly subtle and almost port-like in its rich, raisiny finish.",,40,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Brochelle Vineyards 2010 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brochelle-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2010,Brochelle Vineyards 13.9,Red,US,"This could be classified as a red wine—it's as dark as some Pinot Noir. But the winery recommends chilling it, so we'll call it a blush. The blend is not disclosed. The flavors are rich with strawberries, persimmons and limes.",Tess Red and White Blend,20,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tess 2011 Tess Red and White Blend Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tess-2011-red-white-blend-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2011,Tess 13,White,US,"This is sourced from several Milbrandt vineyards, and a blend of both barrel (one third) and tank (two thirds) fermented grapes. It's soft and creamy, with melon, green banana and other light tropical fruits. A pleasant, easy-drinking quaffer, it finishes with a lick of vanilla custard.",Parison,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Zero One Vintners 2011 Parison Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zero-one-vintners-2011-parison-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Zero One Vintners 12.5,Red,Italy,"This bright and fresh Cesanese opens with ripe raspberry and berry fruit followed by a fresh, but short-lived finish. The wine would pair perfectly with toasted country bread rubbed with garlic and drizzled in olive oil.",Rubillo,18,86,Central Italy,Lazio,,Principe Pallavicini 2011 Rubillo Cesanese d'Affile (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-pallavicini-2011-rubillo-italian-red-cesanese-daffile-lazio/,Cesanese d'Affile,2011,Principe Pallavicini 13,Red,Italy,"A pretty Syrah from Lazio, this fruit forward wine offers cherry, prune, spice and leather aromas. Dark plum flavors are pushed forward over the palate thanks to the wine's soft consistency.",,22,86,Central Italy,Lazio,,Principe Pallavicini 2010 Syrah (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-pallavicini-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-lazio/,Syrah,2010,Principe Pallavicini 12,Red,US,"Pale in color with a pink/orange tinge, this is an aromatically appealing wine with notes of strawberry, sour cherry, cedar, and mint. It's delicate and light with tart fruit flavors.",,15,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Primarius 2011 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primarius-2011-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Primarius 14,Red,Spain,"After this Rioja opens with earthy, almost food-like aromas of ground beef, rubber and leather, oak takes over and in march a bacony scent and plenty of char. This is plump and chunky in feel, with earthy, rubbery, savory flavors of charred black fruits and cured meats. It becomes more and more oaky and drawing on the finish.",,22,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Valsacro 2010 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valsacro-2010-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2010,Valsacro 12.5,White,Italy,"Trebbiano is part of that great family of Italian whites that refreshes and revitalizes the palate—especially on warm summer afternoons. Talamonti delivers a pristine expression with grassy notes, citrus and peach.",Trebì,11,86,Central Italy,Trebbiano d'Abruzzo,,Talamonti 2012 Trebì (Trebbiano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talamonti-2012-trebi-italian-white-trebbiano-trebbiano-dabruzzo/,Trebbiano,2012,Talamonti 13.3,Red,US,"A drop in alcohol by more than a full percent since the excellent 2009 Nysa was released suggests that this vintage did not achieve optimal ripeness. Bitter upon entry, with a medicinal note, this remains stiff and unyielding, with tart cranberry fruit and sharp acids.",Nysa Vineyard,55,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Torii Mor 2010 Nysa Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2010-nysa-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Torii Mor 9.5,White,Germany,"Juicy and ripe with flavors of peach, tangerine and apple, this is an easy-drinking, off-dry Riesling. Delicately structured, it finishes moderately long with a pleasantly bitter lime pith note.",Platinum,8,86,Mosel,,,Peter Mertes 2011 Platinum Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-mertes-2011-platinum-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2011,Peter Mertes 14.5,Red,US,"Lean and minty. Despite a certain elegance, this Pinot lacks the voluptuous richness you want in a wine of this price. The chilly vintage seems to have taken its toll. There's some good cherry and currant fruit, but the wine falls short. Drink up.",Fe Ciega Vineyard Block M,55,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2011 Fe Ciega Vineyard Block M Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2011-fe-ciega-vineyard-block-m-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Longoria 13.6,Red,US,"This wine shows a tough unripeness that makes it hard to appreciate. There's a green peppercorn edge to the raspberries and cherries that accentuates the dryness and acids, and makes the tannins feel metallic. Still, it does display Bien Nacido elegance. Hard to see this wine aging, so drink soon.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,45,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Longoria 2011 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2011-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Longoria 14.9,Red,US,"This Cab boasts big cherry and vanilla-oak flavors, but it's slightly smoky and herbal, too. Entirely comprised of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes from Livermore, the wine might benefit from some more time in bottle, another 1–3 years.",Reserve,39,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,McGrail 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcgrail-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,McGrail 12.5,Rose,France,"A crisp, clean, deliciously fruity wine. It's light, fragrant, touched with red berries and attractive acidity. There's no complexity here, just pure fruitiness and freshness.",Arbaude,14,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire,,Mas de Cadenet 2012 Arbaude Rosé (Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-cadenet-2012-arbaude-rose-cotes-sainte-victoire/,Rosé,2012,Mas de Cadenet 14.1,Rose,US,"Crisp acidity makes this blush wine clean and vibrant. You'll find strawberry, vanilla, thyme and cinnamon spice flavors that finish ripe and lush. It's a fine wine, delicately structured, and fairly priced. From Pisoni.",Rosé of Pinot Noir,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Lucy 2012 Rosé of Pinot Noir Rosé (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucy-2012-rose-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Rosé,2012,Lucy 13,White,Spain,"Punchbowl aromas of melon and papaya are a bit watery. The palate is round and simple in feel, with modest acidity. Easygoing flavors of melon and peach finish nice but short. This is basic white wine in every way.",,16,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Montespina 2012 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montespina-2012-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2012,Montespina 14.2,Red,US,"The soft fruitiness of this blend makes it ideal for sipping now with ham, broiled chicken, or casual picnic fare. It's not a complicated wine to ponder over, but to enjoy for its savory raspberry jam, vanilla and cinnamon flavors.",Cuvée de Paso,25,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Minassian-Young 2010 Cuvée de Paso Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/minassian-young-2010-cuvee-paso-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Minassian-Young 13,Rose,France,"Caramel and spice flavored that is full-bodied and rich. With its weight, this red plum and ripe strawberry flavored wine is for food, dry and finishing with just the right amount of acidity. Screwcap.",,,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Houchart 2012 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-houchart-2012-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Domaine Houchart 13.9,Red,US,"This is robust and easy for drinking now, especially with barbecue. It's front loaded with black cherry, currant, bacon and sandalwood flavors, wrapped into smooth tannins.",Estate,18,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2009 Estate Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2009-estate-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2009,EOS 12.5,White,Italy,This is a correct and clean Pinot Grigio that offers easy aromas of peach and melon with backnotes of yellow rose and pineapple. The wine is crisp and slightly acidic or lemony on the close.,D'Adda,15,86,,Friuli Grave,,Conte Brandolini 2011 D'Adda Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conte-brandolini-2011-dadda-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Conte Brandolini 14.5,Red,France,"Firm, closed wine that exhibits a strong tannin character. The wine is powerful and dense, its black plum fruits lying under the dry structure. There is a touch of alcohol burn—a shame in an otherwise well-made wine.",,14,86,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Laroche Joubert 2010 Côtes de Bourg,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laroche-joubert-2010-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Laroche Joubert 12.5,Red,France,"Mushroom aromas indicate a wine that is now mature. It's light, textured with hints of green herbs as well as tannins that are now dry. Not for aging, drink now.",,60,86,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château du Grand Bos 2005 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-bos-2005-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château du Grand Bos 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an easy-going Merlot from Lazio in Central Italy that doles out pretty aromas of cherry, prune and black plum. The wine is smooth and one-dimensional on the finish. Try it with pasta or pizza.",Primolupo,15,86,Central Italy,Lazio,,Cantine Lupo 2010 Primolupo Merlot (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-lupo-2010-primolupo-merlot-lazio/,Merlot,2010,Cantine Lupo 12,White,Spain,"Yeasty white-fruit aromas of melon and peach set up a narrow feeling palate with nectarine and peach flavors. This is straightforward Verdejo with no frills. The finish is lasting but simple in feel and flavor. Drink this fresh, quaffable wine right away.",,10,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Cantarranas 2012 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantarranas-2012-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2012,Cantarranas 13.2,Red,US,"This young Pinot is tight and stubbornly hard, showing some rhubarb and pepper scented fruit, with just a hint of raspberry. It's underscored with a quick, slightly chalky, tannic finish.",Confero,35,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Aberrant Cellars 2011 Confero Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aberrant-cellars-2011-confero-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Aberrant Cellars 15.3,Red,US,"Amador Foothill's Clockspring Zin is aromatically reminiscent of its Rosato, with wafts of watermelon and pomegranate and a back splash of black pepper. Young still, enjoy with light barbecue fare, such as grilled chicken with salsa.",Clockspring Vineyard,18,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2011 Clockspring Vineyard Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2011-clockspring-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2011,Amador Foothill Winery 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"For Brut Nature, this has body and weight to it. The nose delivers dry apple and pear aromas, while the palate is fairly full and round for the style, with apple and lime flavors. A finish with roundness and density confirms this Cava's good quality.",Brut Nature,14,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Biutiful NV Brut Nature Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/biutiful-nv-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Biutiful 15.6,Red,US,"Luscious blackberry and cherry pie filling, dark chocolate and sandalwood flavors dominate this 100% Syrah. It's pretty tasty, but it's high in alcohol, with a hot mouthfeel, and feels too soft for balance. Drink now.",Praying Mantis,55,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Kaleidos 2008 Praying Mantis Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaleidos-2008-praying-mantis-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2008,Kaleidos 12.5,Red,Austria,"Soft, perfumed wine that has fresh red berry fruits, ripe tannins and a juicy fragrance. This is fruity and ready for drinking in the next 2–3 years. Screwcap.",,20,86,Thermenregion,,,Johanneshof Reinisch 2011 Pinot Noir (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johanneshof-reinisch-2011-pinot-noir-thermenregion/,Pinot Noir,2011,Johanneshof Reinisch 15.3,Red,US,"Tannic and powerfully built, Muscardini's Sangiovese veers into slightly sour-currant territory and offers a long, leathery finish.",Pauli Ranch,36,86,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Muscardini 2010 Pauli Ranch Sangiovese (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muscardini-2010-pauli-ranch-sangiovese-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Sangiovese,2010,Muscardini 14,White,Spain,"This Montsant white is oily and oaky on the nose. The palate on this Garnacha Blanca is plump feeling, with decent acidity and full flavors of papaya and melon. This finishes oily in feel, with green notes and scallion flavors. Only 500 cases made.",Garnatxa Blanca,17,86,Catalonia,Montsant,,Zerran 2011 Garnatxa Blanca Garnacha Blanca (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zerran-2011-garnatxa-blanca-spanish-white-garnacha-blanca-montsant/,Garnacha Blanca,2011,Zerran ,Red,Italy,"This wine has shown impressive results for this price category in the past. The 2009 edition, however, shows a mature and savory side with leather, cured meat, tobacco and cola. The mouthfeel is thin and not particularly persistent or intense.",,15,86,Central Italy,Colli Bolognesi,,Bonfiglio 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colli Bolognesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonfiglio-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-colli-bolognesi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Bonfiglio 13.5,Red,France,"This is the blended Bordeaux from Calvet, one of the oldest wine names in the city. It's full and ripe, a rounded wine that has good berry fruits as well as a drier, firmer core. At the end, a more smoky character appears.",Réserve,13,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Calvet 2010 Réserve (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-2010-reserve-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Calvet 11.5,White,Spain,"A heavy gold color announces an oily, floral nose that suggests gardenias. The palate is quite oily in feel and very plump, with decent acidity and unique flavors of persimmon, spice and exotic fruits. This is oily and a bit clunky on the finish. Drink now.",Blanc de Pacs Organic Farming Parellada-Xarel-lo-Macabeu,14,86,Catalonia,Penedès,,Parés Baltà 2011 Blanc de Pacs Organic Farming Parellada-Xarel-lo-Macabeu White (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pares-balta-2011-blanc-pacs-organic-farming-parellada-xarel-lo-macabeu-white-penedes/,White Blend,2011,Parés Baltà 14.6,White,US,"Sweet vanilla, buttered toast and caramel dominate this Chardonnay. It does have some peach and tropical fruit flavors, and is nicely smooth and creamy, but the oak stands out.",,32,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pure Cru 2010 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pure-cru-2010-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Pure Cru 14.9,Red,US,"This is a big, rich, ripe Zinfandel that tastes hotter and headier than its official alcohol reading of 14.6% abv. It's sweet with black cherry jam and raisins, with a chocolatey finish. Not for everyone, but a good example of the ripe Paso Robles style.",Swiss Colina,30,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Proulx 2010 Swiss Colina Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/proulx-2010-swiss-colina-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2010,Proulx 14,Red,Austria,"Full, ripe black berry fruited wine. Although young, it already has a soft and smooth texture bringing out richness as well as fruitiness. Spice and pepper add complexity. Not for long aging, this is ready to drink now. Screwcap.",Famos,23,86,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 2011 Famos Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-hans-und-christine-2011-famos-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2011,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 12.5,White,Spain,"This basic Verdejo from Rueda offers minerally apple and citrus aromas in front of a zesty, citric palate. Flavors of orange and nectarine are nice but entirely regular, while the finish is crisp and chalky.",,10,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Nebla 2012 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nebla-2012-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2012,Nebla 13,Red,Italy,"A distant touch of volatility opens the wine, giving it a bright aromatic lift or buoyancy. Although those apple skin aromas could worsen with time, the wine tastes pretty good now thanks to the fresh acidity and its lively, almost nervous personality. Drink immediately.",Il Ruspo,,86,Central Italy,Umbria,,Barbi 2009 Il Ruspo Sangiovese (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barbi-2009-il-ruspo-sangiovese-umbria/,Sangiovese,2009,Barbi 14.8,Red,US,"There's a toughness to this wine that makes it a little hard to appreciate. The tannins are raw, and there's a green, herbal quality to the cherry and raspberry fruit. The oak seems to stand aside, and so does the acidity. It's all a bit ungainly now and is unlikely to improve with age, so drink up.",Déjà Vu,60,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Babcock 2011 Déjà Vu Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2011-deja-vu-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,2011,Babcock 15.5,Red,US,"Massively rich and ripe with blackberry jam, chocolate, anise and spice flavors, this Zin doesn't leave much to the imagination. You can taste the California sunshine and heat in every potent sip. The alcohol is very high, yet the wine wears it well. Drink now.",Michael's Vineyard,36,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2010 Michael's Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2010-michaels-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2010,Adelaida 14,Red,France,"Lush, full and fruity, here is a generous, open wine. Its black plum and red berry fruits are right to the fore giving a smooth, rich character. There is a smoky wood taste at the end.",,,86,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Grands Terroirs de France 2009 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grands-terroirs-france-2009-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Grands Terroirs de France 15.1,Red,US,"This Syrah is candied on the palate with brown sugar and blackberry jam flavors, with a cassis liqueur headiness from high alcohol. It's not an ager, so drink up.",Starr Ranch,45,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Kaleidos 2008 Starr Ranch Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaleidos-2008-starr-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2008,Kaleidos 12.5,White,Italy,Passerina is a native grape of Central Italy that makes medium-bodied white wines with good aromatic intensity. There are notes here of exotic fruit and dusty mineral backed by balanced freshness.,Lucrezia,14,86,Central Italy,Offida Passerina,,Le Caniette 2011 Lucrezia (Offida Passerina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-caniette-2011-lucrezia-italian-white-passerina-offida-passerina/,Passerina,2011,Le Caniette 12,White,Italy,"This blend of Garganega (the grape that makes Soave wines) and Pinot Grigio, here is an easy and fast-drinking picnic wine from Northern Italy. The nose shows tones of stone fruit, melon and citrus.",,,83,,Delle Venezie,,Duca del Frassino 2011 White (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-frassino-2011-white-delle-venezie/,White Blend,2011,Duca del Frassino 10.5,Rose,Spain,"With almost no color, this spritzy rosado is prickly and feline on the nose, like Sauvignon Blanc or Verdejo. The palate is lightly bubbly, with bounce and tart tangerine and herbal flavors. Txomin Etxaníz has never made a commercial rosé prior to this. This makes you wonder why they did.",Getaria,25,83,Northern Spain,Getariako Txakolina,,Txomín Etxaníz 2011 Getaria Rosé (Getariako Txakolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/txomin-etxaniz-2011-getaria-rose-getariako-txakolina/,Rosé,2011,Txomín Etxaníz 12.5,Red,Italy,Here's an easy-drinking blend of Cabernet and Corvina (one of the grapes used in the production of Amarone) that would cheerfully supplement a softball game in the park or frisbee tournament. It's totally unassuming and fresh with sour cherry on the close.,,,82,,Delle Venezie,,Duca del Frassino 2011 Red (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-frassino-2011-red-delle-venezie/,Red Blend,2011,Duca del Frassino 14.1,Red,US,"This is a pretty ordinary Pinot Noir that's dry and brisk in acidity, with thinned-down cherry skin, pomegranate and cola flavors. Loses a point for some bitterness in the finish.",,20,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hess Select 2010 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-select-2010-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Hess Select 13.5,Red,Chile,"This is edgy and lean, with mulch and latex on a stripped back nose. In the mouth, it clangs around due to racy acidity. Flavors of leafy red fruits and citrus are not fully convincing.",Albamar,13,81,Casablanca Valley,,,William Cole 2011 Albamar Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2011-albamar-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,William Cole 13.5,Red,US,"Soft, dull and vegetal. Still, it's drinkable for some modest cola flavors and velvety mouthfeel.",,14,81,California,California Other,California,Vinum 2010 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-2010-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Vinum 14.6,Red,US,"V. Sattui has quietly been producing outstanding Cabernets, and here's another. The vineyard is on the Rutherford bench, arguably the tenderloin of the appellation. Made from 100% Cabernet, the wine is sumptuously rich and soft in tannins, with sour red-cherry candy, licorice, bacon and pepper spice flavors. Will age well for at least 10 years.",Morisoli Vineyard,55,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2009 Morisoli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2009-morisoli-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,V. Sattui 13.5,Red,France,"With new wood dominating this still young wine, it is concentrated and full bodied, packed with firm tannins and dark fruit. There is a brooding character, the wood and tannins still right up front. Give this structured wine at least five years.",La Chevalerie,30,92,Loire Valley,Anjou Villages Brissac,,Château la Varière 2010 La Chevalerie Cabernet Franc-Cabernet Sauvignon (Anjou Villages Brissac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-variere-2010-chevalerie-red-blend-cabernet-franc-cabernet-sauvignon-anjou-villages-brissac/,Cabernet Franc-Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Château la Varière 13.5,White,US,"So many things make this Chardonnay worthwhile. It's bone dry, low in alcohol, vibrant in acidity and minerally, which all give it a compelling delicacy and interest. Yet it's also intense and sweet in Meyer lemon fruit, with a touch of orange peel. If there's a criticism, it's that the oak is obvious, but that's a minor criticism.",Estate Grown,50,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Donum 2010 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donum-2010-estate-grown-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2010,Donum 14.1,Red,US,"This is a thoroughly enjoyable wine. The fact that it doesn't have a vineyard designation means nothing. It's a superior Pinot Noir, dry, crisp in acidity and rich in fruit, oak and minerals. Might even have some aging potential. Drink now–2016.",,32,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Siduri 2011 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Siduri 14.5,Red,US,"Young and very much still developing, Sentinel Oak is Terre Rouge's single-vineyard Syrah, a spicy, smoky concoction of great depth, intensity and beauty, concentrated and eager to mature. This wine has a pronounced meaty quality to it, and will pair accordingly, particularly with smoked meat, which will accentuate its own smoky allure.",Sentinel Oak Vineyard-Pyramid Block,40,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Terre Rouge 2010 Sentinel Oak Vineyard-Pyramid Block Syrah (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2010-sentinel-oak-vineyard-pyramid-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Syrah,2010,Terre Rouge 13.9,White,US,"Very strong and concentrated, with intense Key lime pie flavors, brightened with a squeeze of lemony acidity. Oak adds complex notes of buttered toast and vanilla. This powerful young Chardonnay will hold in the bottle for up to six years.",Bald Mountain Vineyard Estate Grown,45,91,California,Central Coast,Ben Lomond Mountain,Beauregard 2011 Bald Mountain Vineyard Estate Grown Chardonnay (Ben Lomond Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beauregard-2011-bald-mountain-vineyard-estate-grown-chardonnay-central-coast-ben-lomond-mountain/,Chardonnay,2011,Beauregard 13,White,France,"A wonderfully fruity, dry wine, it is exuberantly Chenin Blanc, with its ripe honey and pear flavors. It tastes of almonds, rounded with a rich texture and finished with acidity. The wine is both impressive and delicious.",L'Insolite,35,91,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Domaine des Roches Neuves 2011 L'Insolite (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roches-neuves-2011-linsolite-chenin-blanc-saumur/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Domaine des Roches Neuves 14.5,Red,US,"High Slopes begins tannic and tight but settles down into a finely honed Syrah of notable structure, layered in pepper, smoke and tart blackberry flavor. It will pair deliciously with savory dishes along the lines of cassoulet or roast game and cellar another 5–10 years.",High Slopes,35,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2010 High Slopes Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2010-high-slopes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2010,Terre Rouge 13,White,Italy,"Made in amphorae made from Georgian clay, this “Classica” expression of the Vitovska grape opens with a intense copper-ornage color and deeply nutty nuances of pine nut and almond backed by honey, butterscotch and candied fruit (there's not much in the way of fresh fruit here). Thanks to its inherent tannic structure, the wine drinks more like a red than a white. It will be fascinating to watch it age ten more years.",Classica,85,91,,Venezia Giulia,,Vodopivec 2006 Classica Vitovska (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vodopivec-2006-classica-italian-white-vitovska-venezia-giulia/,Vitovska,2006,Vodopivec 14.3,Red,US,"Rusack's basic Pinot, with a county-wide appellation, is a bargain, even though it's not cheap. It shows real class and finesse, with an elegant mouthfeel and brisk acidity highlighting cherry, cranberry, licorice and sandalwood flavors. Drink over the next 2–3 years.",,30,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rusack 2010 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2010-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Rusack 14,Red,France,"This wine from Château Lagrézette is powerful and dense in its own right. It has black, juicy, tar-like flavors with tannins concentrated into a dry, dark core. Blended with a small proportion of Merlot, there is just a touch of softness which will allow the wine to mature in the next 2–3 years.",Château Chevaliers Lagrézette,30,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Lagrézette 2010 Château Chevaliers Lagrézette Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrezette-2010-chevaliers-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Château Lagrézette 11,Dessert,France,"A super-rich wine, almost over the top in its honeyed intensity. It is opulent, generous, packed with ripe yellow fruits, mango and pineapple. The wine is so rich that it is hard to find the acidity, but it is there in the orange marmalade flavor right at the end.",Les Melleresses,55,91,Loire Valley,Bonnezeaux,,Château la Varière 2009 Les Melleresses (Bonnezeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-variere-2009-melleresses-chenin-blanc-bonnezeaux/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Château la Varière 14.8,Red,US,"Spicy and floral, with pretty cherry fruit concentrated at the core, this inviting Grenache combines grace and power. The flavors are complex and concentrated, with hints of green tea, cut tobacco, and a finishing streak of espresso and cocoa.",,34,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bunnell 2009 Grenache (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2009-grenache-columbia-valley-wa/,Grenache,2009,Bunnell 12.7,Red,US,"A return to elegance, this aromatic, inviting wine suggests ripe fruit dusted with cocoa powder. Raspberries pack a juicy wallop, balanced against hints of clean earth and ripe tannins.",Shea Vineyard,60,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Ken Wright 2011 Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2011-shea-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2011,Ken Wright 14.2,Red,US,"How can a wine be softly appealing and yet brisk in acidity at the same time? The paradox is resolved with one sip of this wonderful Pinot. It's rich in raspberry-pie filling and cola flavors, with wonderful spices and a sweet kick of toasted oak. Drink now–2016.",,30,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,W.H. Smith 2010 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wh-smith-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,W.H. Smith 14.5,Red,US,"Hard to tell the difference between this wine and a Pinot Noir. It's silky, brisk and lightly tannic, with savory raspberry jam, cola, sautéed mushroom and spice flavors. Drink over the next few years for freshness.",Van der Kamp Vineyard,50,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Bjornstad 2009 Van der Kamp Vineyard Pinot Meunier (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bjornstad-2009-van-der-kamp-vineyard-other-red-pinot-meunier-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Meunier,2009,Bjornstad 14,Red,France,"Complex and concentrated, this blend of Cabernets Franc and Sauvignon has weight and richness. The red and black fruits are layered with firm, dry tannins that promise aging. It is rich, the Cabernet Franc showing its characteristic smoky perfumes. Keep for 3–4 years.",Vieilles Vignes,23,91,Loire Valley,Anjou Villages Brissac,,Château la Varière 2010 Vieilles Vignes Cabernet Franc-Cabernet Sauvignon (Anjou Villages Brissac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-variere-2010-vieilles-vignes-red-blend-cabernet-franc-cabernet-sauvignon-anjou-villages-brissac/,Cabernet Franc-Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Château la Varière 14.4,Red,US,"Pretty expensive for a Petite Sirah, but it really is fantastic. Shows the variety's powerful tannins and fruit, with a velvety texture framing jammy blackberries, blueberries, carob, vanilla, exotic spices and smoky cedar. Will develop for many years, but there's no reason not to drink it now.",,55,91,California,Napa,Calistoga,Chase 2009 Petite Sirah (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chase-2009-petite-sirah-napa-calistoga/,Petite Sirah,2009,Chase 13,Red,US,"One of the best Stoller Vineyard designates from anywhere, this bright and spicy effort is bursting with flavors of red currants, accented with smoky chocolate. Tannins are fine tuned and the wine has excellent balance throughout.",Stoller Vineyard,30,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Purple Hands 2011 Stoller Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/purple-hands-2011-stoller-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Purple Hands 14.5,Red,Spain,"Flower petal, mineral and blackberry aromas solidify the bouquet on this excellent Tempranillo. The palate is big and chewy, with fine balance and driving flavors of cherry, plum, vanilla and oak resin. With a finish that's bone dry and focused, this Ribera wine is ready to drink but can last another 5–8 years in a good cellar.",Reserva,55,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Protos 2006 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/protos-2006-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Protos 14,Red,France,"Tannat and Pinenc, both native to this region of Southwest France, give a ripe, juicy wine, packed with red-fruit flavors surrounding a more dense tannic core. It has a smoky flavor that gives an edge to the great fruit flavors. Drink in 3–4 years.",L'Empreinte de Saint-Mont,18,91,Southwest France,Saint-Mont,,Producteurs Plaimont 2010 L'Empreinte de Saint-Mont (Saint-Mont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/producteurs-plaimont-2010-lempreinte-saint-mont-red-saint-mont/,Red Blend,2010,Producteurs Plaimont 15.5,Red,US,"This is an unusual blend of Zinfandel, Syrah, Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon. It's very rich in blackberry, currant, chocolate, bacon and cedar notes. The tannins are immaculately rich and fine. Drink now–2016.",Moxie,40,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,ONX 2010 Moxie Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/onx-2010-moxie-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,ONX 12.5,White,France,"While this is certainly herbaceous, it also carries richer fruit flavors like apricots and melon to go with the grapefruit acidity. That gives it a rounded texture, full in the mouth and with a touch of minerality. Age this impressive wine another 1–2 years.",Cuvée Silex,40,91,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Fournier Père et Fils 2010 Cuvée Silex (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2010-cuvee-silex-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Fournier Père et Fils 14.3,Red,US,"A massive wine, rich and forward in black cherry and raspberry jam, red currant, bacon and sandalwood flavors. Structural integrity fortunately provides balance by way of crisp acidity, firm tannins and a rocky minerality. Enjoyable now, after decanting, and should age through 2019.",Fiddlestix Vineyard,49,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,RN Estate 2011 Fiddlestix Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rn-estate-2011-fiddlestix-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,RN Estate 14.1,Red,US,"This is a very successful wine, made in the Paso style of soft voluptuousness and plenty of ripe, fruity flavors. Blended from the classic Bordeaux varieties, it's rich in blackberry and blueberry jam, buttered toast and spice flavors, wrapped into smooth tannins. Should develop over the next six years.",Harmonie des Cepages,44,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,RN Estate 2010 Harmonie des Cepages Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rn-estate-2010-harmonie-cepages-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,RN Estate 13,White,Portugal,"The fresh acidity typical of Fernão Pires is broadened by wood aging to yield a wine that has peach, apricot and green-fruit flavors, enhanced by floral aromas. There is a final, mineral texture.",Falcoaria,15,91,Tejo,,,Quinta do Casal Branco 2011 Falcoaria Fernão Pires (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-casal-branco-2011-falcoaria-portuguese-white-fernao-pires-tejo/,Fernão Pires,2011,Quinta do Casal Branco 14,White,Italy,"Candied fruit, caramel, smooth vanilla cream and apricot open the opulent bouquet of this beautifully made Riserva Chardonnay. Elena Walch produces one of the best, oak-aged expressions of the grape in Italy. It closes with creamy richness and persistence.",Riserva Castel Ringberg,37,91,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 2009 Riserva Castel Ringberg Chardonnay (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-2009-riserva-castel-ringberg-chardonnay-alto-adige/,Chardonnay,2009,Elena Walch 14.3,Red,US,"California Cabernet simply doesn't get richer or riper than this. It explodes with blackberry and cherry jam and chocolate flavors whose sweetness persists into the long, spicy finish. And yet the wine is technically dry. Drink over the next few years.",Lock Vineyard,38,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Écluse 2010 Lock Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ecluse-2010-lock-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Écluse 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Chardonnay-based sparkler opens with immediate elegance and intensity. The bouquet delivers tones of apricot, exotic fruit, toasted nut and yellow rose. The perlage is steady and clean and the acidity is very nicely balanced.",Brut Satèn,34,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi 2008 Brut Satèn (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-2008-brut-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2008,Contadi Castaldi 13.5,White,Italy,"Made with fruit from old vines, this deliciously oak-aged Soave Classico is rich and opulent with lovely tones of stone fruit, dusty mineral, melon, dried sage and vanilla spice. The roundness and fullness of the mouthfeel promises five years or more of cellar aging potential.",Contrada Salvarenza Vecchie Vigne,25,91,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Gini 2010 Contrada Salvarenza Vecchie Vigne (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gini-2010-contrada-salvarenza-vecchie-vigne-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Gini 13.7,Red,US,"This dry Grenache is light in body and silky, but shows firm acidity that will work well with grilled beef steak or lamb. The red berry and stone-fruit flavors have interesting nuances of minerals and herbs. A great restaurant wine, and one of the finer examples of Grenache on the market.",Stolpman Vineyard,26,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Whitcraft 2009 Stolpman Vineyard Grenache (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitcraft-2009-stolpman-vineyard-grenache-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache,2009,Whitcraft 14.9,Red,US,"This Cabernet wants some time to come together. Right now, it's tannic and oaky, with fresh berry, cherry and dried currant flavors, yet it's very well balanced. Give it 6–8 years.",Vittorio's Vineyard,46,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2009 Vittorio's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2009-vittorios-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,V. Sattui 14.5,Red,Chile,"Everything about this mid-tier Carmenère seems right. The nose deals black-fruit aromas along with black olive, licorice and herbal notes. The mouth is round, friendly and textured, with a mix of roasted plum, berry, herb, spice, olive and tomato flavors. On the finish, it's balanced and tuned up. Drink now–2016.",Alpha,25,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2010 Alpha Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2010-alpha-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Montes 14.7,Red,US,"This needs more time in the bottle to unfold, but right away you can see there is substantial fruit and plenty of barrel flavors to go with it. Cassis, smoke, toffee and tobacco are all in play, and as the wine breathes it begins slowly unwrapping more and more detail.",Arbitrage,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Market Vineyards 2009 Arbitrage Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/market-2009-arbitrage-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Market Vineyards 13.5,White,Italy,"Sophie is a blend of mostly Chardonnay (88%) with touches of fragrant Viognier and Sauvignon. The wine shows amazing density and richness in the mouth followed by fresh tones of apricot, lemon curd, almond paste and cantaloupe melon. You'll love the balanced intensity.",Sophie,35,91,,Alto Adige,,Manincor 2010 Sophie White (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manincor-2010-sophie-white-alto-adige/,White Blend,2010,Manincor 14.5,White,US,"This delicious, complex wine is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier. It draws strength from both varieties, with a clean, minerally feeling and crisp acidity framing lime, kiwi, tropical fruit and peach flavors.",Field Day,25,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,ONX 2011 Field Day White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/onx-2011-field-day-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,White Blend,2011,ONX 15.4,Red,US,"Aged for 22 months in 20% new French oak, this blend of 67% Cabernet Sauvignon and 33% Merlot completes a trio of excellent Conner Lee-designates from :Nota Bene in 2009. It's full bodied and streaked with herb, thistle, fresh greens, tart berries, and cocoa nibs. Pair it with a nice, juicy steak!",Conner Lee Vineyard,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2009 Conner Lee Vineyard Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2009-conner-lee-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,:Nota Bene 14.5,Red,France,"With its silver embossed label and wax capsule this is a luxury cuvée from the Plaimont cooperative. The wine is firm, and still quite youthful after four years, integrating its tannins with the concentrated fruit. Wait for at least five more years for this impressive wine to show its best.",Plénitude,20,91,Southwest France,Madiran,,Producteurs Plaimont 2009 Plénitude Tannat (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/producteurs-plaimont-2009-plenitude-other-red-tannat-madiran/,Tannat,2009,Producteurs Plaimont 14,Red,Spain,"Dry spice, clay dust, tomato, herb and licorice aromas accent red plum and cherry notes on this racy yet balanced Priorat. Spiced plum, brandied cherry, coffee and chocolate flavors set up a toasty, warm and spicy finish. This is really nice and exemplifies what's great about the region. Drink now.",Montgarnatx,40,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Francesc Sanchez Bas 2006 Montgarnatx Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesc-sanchez-bas-2006-montgarnatx-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Francesc Sanchez Bas 13.5,White,Italy,"La Tunella has crafted an amazing Sauvignon that bursts open with aromas of white flower, honey, peach, jasmine, ginger and citrus. The wine is smooth and creamy with added flavors of honey and fresh fruit on the close. If you like Sauvignon Blanc, you'll love this expression.",Col Matìss,,91,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,La Tunella 2011 Col Matìss Sauvignon (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tunella-2011-col-matiss-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-colli-orientali-friuli/,Sauvignon,2011,La Tunella 14.5,Red,Chile,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Carmenère is the best wine from Santa Alicia I've come across. The nose is spicy, dry and delivers earthy cherry and plum aromas. It feels right and tastes of spicy raspberry and plum, with a fruity, complex finish. A good wine for food with nice acidity; drink now–2015.",Millantu Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc-Carmenère,30,91,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2008 Millantu Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc-Carmenère Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2008-millantu-cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc-carmenere-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Santa Alicia 13.5,Red,France,"From the plateau that lies between the Loire and Vienne rivers, this is a firm, mineral structured wine. It has power and juicy red fruits that also show dark, dry tannins. It's a concentrated and dense wine for medium-term aging.",Les Picasses,20,91,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Jean-Maurice Raffault 2010 Les Picasses (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-maurice-raffault-2010-picasses-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Jean-Maurice Raffault 14.9,Red,US,"Cedarville remains an estate producer to follow in the Foothills, melding a well-farmed site with clean, clear winemaking in the cellar. Grown on decomposed granite hillsides, this Syrah has 4% Viognier, just the right touch to bring out the best aromatics, highlighted by sage. Dark, earthy and leathery, this wine is holding onto its tannin and oak, but given time to rest in the cellar 5–7 years, it'll scream to be served with cassoulet.",Estate,25,91,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Cedarville 2010 Estate Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedarville-vineyard-2010-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,2010,Cedarville 14.5,Red,Chile,"For a whiff, feel and taste of real Chile, this Carmenère-led blend is the ticket. The nose is prickly and intense, with aromas of juniper, leather and spicy black fruit. It's acidic and lively, with firm but smooth tannins and huge flavors of cassis, plum, green herbs, olive and chocolate. On the finish, it delivers structure and length, but also a final wave of herbal, Carmenère-based flavors. Drink now–2018.",Altura,76,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2007 Altura Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2007-altura-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Casa Silva 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A selection of wines made after harvest, this Reserva is a firm, perfumed, structured wine. It has powerful tannins that go with the black fruits and acidity, but it's also deliciously juicy—a powerful and ripe wine that will improve for several years.",Padre Pedro Reserva,18,91,Tejo,,,Casa Cadaval 2010 Padre Pedro Reserva Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-cadaval-2010-padre-pedro-reserva-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Casa Cadaval 14.5,Red,Chile,"With spicy aromas of kirsch and dark plum accented by cedar and tobacco, this blend of Carmenère, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot is a whopper. In the mouth, it's thick and syrupy, with chewy tannins and bold flavors of baked berry and chocolate. On the finish, brown sugar and coconut enter the frame. This is ultraripe and aggressive, but it honestly exemplifies Chile at the high end. Drink now–2017; 250 cases made.",Ossa Sixth Generation,120,91,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2007 Ossa Sixth Generation Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2007-ossa-sixth-generation-red-cachapoal-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Viña La Rosa 12.5,White,France,"The flagship wine from Fournier is rich, showing maturing Sauvignon Blanc along with smooth, creamy plum and apricot flavors. It is full and intense—a complex wine that will repay another 2–3 years of aging.",Grand Fumé,32,91,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Fournier Père et Fils 2009 Grand Fumé (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2009-grand-fume-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Fournier Père et Fils 12.5,White,France,"Still young, this rich and full-bodied wine is densely packed with red currant and bitter-orange fruit. Along with the fruit, there is a flinty, crisp edge that comes from the bright acidity. It needs at least two years to come together.",Saint-Andelain,26,91,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Domaine des Berthiers 2010 Saint-Andelain (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-berthiers-2010-saint-andelain-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Domaine des Berthiers 14,Red,France,"Gone far away are the days when a Chinon normally clocked in at 12.5% alcohol. Now, as with this Clos de l'Echo, there is more power. Here, the power is put to good use, giving both a bold wine and one that has a sophisticated balance of firm, dry tannins and elegant black plum fruits. Age this wine for at least four years.",Clos de l'Echo,50,91,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Couly-Dutheil 2010 Clos de l'Echo (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couly-dutheil-2010-clos-lecho-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Couly-Dutheil 10.5,Dessert,France,"A luscious sweet wine, very honeyed and liquorous. As a complete contrast, the wine has that intense acidity that is the hallmark of Loire sweet wines. The combination is a fragrant nectar that will benefit from aging.",Réserve Personelle,50,91,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Château Gaudrelle 2009 Réserve Personelle (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaudrelle-2009-reserve-personelle-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Château Gaudrelle 13.5,Red,US,"This Pinot Noir opens with a soft intensity of raspberry liqueur and cherry tart with a sprinkling of orange peel. Unfined and unfiltered, it's subdued and structured, an intriguing example of the dual power and finesse behind Morning Dew Ranch, Burt Williams's vineyard in Philo.",Morning Dew Ranch Barrel Select,75,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Whitcraft 2009 Morning Dew Ranch Barrel Select Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitcraft-2009-morning-dew-ranch-barrel-select-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Whitcraft 13.5,Red,US,"A lovely Pinot Noir whose light, silky texture houses enormously complex flavors. The alcohol is nice and low, giving the cherry and pomegranate fruit a limpid translucence. Delicious now, and should develop for 5–6 years.",Hallberg Vineyard Crossroads,55,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Alysian 2010 Hallberg Vineyard Crossroads Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alysian-2010-hallberg-vineyard-crossroads-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Alysian 14,Red,France,"An obviously wood aged wine, giving more toast than fruit at this stage. It does have the weight to promise aging and the fruit to give a succulent feel. But with the heavy toast flavors, this potentially impressive wine will need several years to fill and round out.",Quintessence,35,91,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Château de Targé 2010 Quintessence (Saumur-Champigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-targe-2010-quintessence-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Château de Targé 12.5,White,France,"Left for 30 months on its lees before bottling, this is serious Muscadet. It has weight and richness, round and smooth with a creamy texture brightened by flashes of citrus acidity. Impressively rich wine, now ready to drink.",M des Frères Couillard Sur Lie,14,91,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Château de la Ragotiere 2009 M des Frères Couillard Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ragotiere-2009-m-freres-couillard-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2009,Château de la Ragotiere 14,Red,France,"Inky black wine, very dense and packed with new wood. It's young and the tannins are still very forward. But it has the weight of delicious black fruits and tense acidity to promise good aging. Give this fine wine at least 4–5 years.",Mirabelle,19,91,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Château de la Jaubertie 2010 Mirabelle Red (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jaubertie-2010-mirabelle-red-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de la Jaubertie 14.5,Red,US,"An unusual blend of Malbec and Petit Verdot, with a splash of Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine is quite a success. It's dry, full bodied and complex, with blackberry tart, blueberry, dark chocolate, cassis and cedar flavors leading to a long, exotically spicy finish. The tannins are strong, suggesting ageability. Fine now, and could develop in interesting directions over the next six years.",Voutes Arches,40,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bon Niche 2010 Voutes Arches Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bon-niche-2010-voutes-arches-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Bon Niche 14.9,Red,US,"Whitcraft has produced a fine, complex young Syrah from the Stolpman Vineyard, in the emerging Ballard Canyon Region. The wine is tannic, with deep flavors of blackberries, red and black currants, grilled meat, tobacco, wild herbs, black pepper and cedar wood. While it's a bit hot in alcohol, it seems balanced enough to age, allowing the tannins and other elements resolve. Try after 2015.",Stolpman Vineyard,42,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Whitcraft 2009 Stolpman Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitcraft-2009-stolpman-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2009,Whitcraft 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a densely tannic wine that's very firm and young. It has weight, a dark structure and concentration along with blackberry fruits, bitter chocolate and a mineral streak that brings out the acidity. There is a strong case for aging this wine for five years and more.",Reserva,,91,Douro,,,Moura Basto 2010 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moura-basto-2010-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Moura Basto 14.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a concentrated, extracted wine, packed with black fruits and firm tannins. As a reserva, it is constructed for aging, both sweetly fruity and darkly structured. It has all the richness of Alentejano fruit, while still keeping some acidity and freshness to finish.",Alento Reserva,26,91,Alentejano,,,Monte Branco 2010 Alento Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-branco-2010-alento-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2010,Monte Branco 15.5,Red,US,"Made from Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Grenache, this lovely wine proves that unusual blends are Paso Robles's strength. The wine is delicious, with blackberry, cherry, cassis, chocolate, licorice and bacon flavors, wrapped into smooth, gorgeous tannins. High alcohol suggests drinking this wine now for maximum richness.",Praetorian,40,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,ONX 2010 Praetorian Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/onx-2010-praetorian-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,ONX 15.6,Red,US,"This is pure Syrah from Ciel du Cheval, and is head and shoulders above the winery's Columbia Valley bottling. The sleek, detailed, steely spine that is a vineyard characteristic gives this wine both power and suppleness. The fruit is perfectly ripened and nicely set in firm, ripe, polished tannins.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,:Nota Bene 2009 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2009-ciel-cheval-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2009,:Nota Bene 14.5,Red,Argentina,"If you like big Malbecs, this blend of grapes from three elevations is up your alley. Graphite, blackberry, mocha and vanilla aromas are inviting, while the rich, sappy palate houses coffee, cooked berry and coconut flavors. It's oaky, ripe, heavy and full of power. Drink now–2016.",Terroir Blend,35,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2010 Terroir Blend Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2010-terroir-blend-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Nieto Senetiner 13,White,France,"With its layers of toast and ripe green and yellow fruits, this is both a warm and a structured wine. It has richness and a hint of vanilla, and the most tangy orange zest. The acidity at the end is intense but very refreshing. Age for at least four years.",Les Sarres,,91,France Other,Côtes du Jura,,Rijckaert 2010 Les Sarres Chardonnay (Côtes du Jura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rijckaert-2010-sarres-chardonnay-cotes-jura/,Chardonnay,2010,Rijckaert 14.5,Red,Spain,"This is a really nice and easy to enjoy Priorat with pure strawberry and plum aromas, mild toast accents, bacon and vanilla on the nose. The mouthfeel is tight and right, with good structure and ripe flavors of plum, cassis, herbs, spice and vanilla. It's flavor-packed and just complex enough. Drink now–2017. Only 250 cases made.",Galena,35,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Domini de la Cartoixa 2008 Galena Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-cartoixa-2008-galena-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2008,Domini de la Cartoixa 13,White,France,"This is a rich, green-plum and yellow-fruit flavored wine. Toast gives an extra roundness to a palate that is full, fragrant and ripe with fruit. It's delicious now, but could age for 2–3 years more.",Maxime Vieilles Vignes sur Silex,41,91,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Vincent Delaporte 2010 Maxime Vieilles Vignes sur Silex (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-delaporte-2010-maxime-vieilles-vignes-sur-silex-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Domaine Vincent Delaporte 14.5,Red,US,"Delicious and wonderful to drink now. Too bad more Syrahs aren't this good. The wine is dry and smoothly tannic, with deep, long flavors of blackberries, currants, smoked meat, pepper and sandalwood and a medium-bodied fullness.",Ballard Canyon Estate,25,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rusack 2010 Ballard Canyon Estate Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2010-ballard-canyon-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,Rusack 14.5,Red,Spain,"This is classic Priorat from the opening gun. The nose is schisty on top, with molasses, spice, herb and stewed berry aromas below the surface. It's a spunky, racy wine with flavors of tomato, red plum, hard spice, pepper and tobacco, and the finish feels good and shows no detectable faults. Drink now; 80% Garnacha and 20% Carignan.",Coster de l'Ermita,105,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Mas Igneus 2006 Coster de l'Ermita Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-igneus-2006-coster-lermita-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Mas Igneus 14.8,Red,US,"Market Vineyards wines take their names from the financial world, which leads to the question... Merval? Turns out it's the common name for the Argentine stock exchange (not a blend of Merlot and Valium). This is a fine, Washington-style Malbec, the tannins ripe and slightly grainy, with fruit flavors of strawberry compote, cassis and blueberry. Ground coffee permeates the finish.",Merval,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Market Vineyards 2009 Merval Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/market-2009-merval-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2009,Market Vineyards 14.9,Red,US,"What a great red wine for drinking now. It has the structure of a fine Merlot, soft and refined, yet the flavors are pure Southern Rhône. There's an umami smoked meatiness to the blackberry jam and black currant fruit, while a touch of oak adds just the right note of sweet toast.",Elemental Red Wine,36,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Larner 2009 Elemental Red Wine G-S-M (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larner-2009-elemental-red-wine-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,G-S-M,2009,Larner 14.6,Red,US,"Made in the earthy style this pioneering winery is known for, showing mushroom-inflected wild strawberries, spices and sandalwood. The acid-tannin balance is such that this Pinot could age up to 6–8 years.",Lafond Vineyard Martin Ray Clone,48,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lafond 2009 Lafond Vineyard Martin Ray Clone Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-2009-vineyard-martin-ray-clone-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lafond 14,Red,Chile,"Blueberry and raspberry aromas are front and center along with a hint of animal hide. In the mouth, this is bullish, ripe and generous, with oak-rich flavors of vanilla, baked berry fruit and spice. Licorice, latent oak and heat work the finish on this ripe specimen. Among Chilean Syrahs, this is a perennial pack leader.",,86,91,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2009 Syrah (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-san-antonio/,Syrah,2009,Matetic 14.4,White,US,"A fine Chardonnay, worthy of its reserve designation, at a fair price. It's dry, full-bodied and oaky, with concentrated pineapple, apricot and guava fruit flavors. You can drink it now—not too cold—but it will be better after two to three years in the bottle.",Reserve,32,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Rusack 2011 Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2011-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Rusack 14.1,Red,Argentina,"This wine blends the rich qualities of Malbec with proper acidity and tannic bite, and the result is excellent. Chocolaty aromas of berry fruits and leather set up a bouncy palate with oaky flavors of mocha, plum, herbs and spice. On the finish, it's long and a touch minty. Drink now–2018.",Reserva,29,91,Other,Alto Valle del Río Negro,,Verum 2010 Reserva Malbec (Alto Valle del Río Negro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verum-2010-reserva-malbec-alto-valle-rio-negro/,Malbec,2010,Verum 14.3,Red,US,"Soft, gently sweet, and enormously attractive, a rich, opulent Pinot Noir for drinking now. Cabernet specialist Venge brings their touch to this vineyard, located in one of the warmest parts of the valley. It's a flashy wine, forward in raspberries, cherries, red licorice and sweet oak.",Bacigalupi Vineyard,58,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Venge 2011 Bacigalupi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venge-2011-bacigalupi-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Venge 14.6,Red,US,"This is a terrific Merlot, offering structure and balance (hallmarks of all Seven Hills wines) along with rich fruits, accented with earth and herb. There is lovely density and texture at work here, plenty of black cherry fruit, and a gentle hint of composted earth.",,22,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2010 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2010-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Seven Hills 15.6,Red,US,"When it comes to sheer extracted power, Zinfandel doesn't get more massive than this. Several things come together. Zin's wild, briary flavors of currants and raisins are here with fantastic concentration, along with notes of licorice, bitter dark chocolate and exotic spices. Howell Mountain's famously hard tannins co-star. The alcohol is high and heady, and discloses itself with jalapeño pepper heat. Not for everyone, but a great evocation of its style.",Black Sears Vineyard,42,91,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,V. Sattui 2010 Black Sears Vineyard Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2010-black-sears-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,2010,V. Sattui 13.5,White,Italy,"This gorgeous blend of Friulano and Ribolla Gialla offers an opulent bouquet that is redolent of honey, stone fruit, peach, exotic fruit and lemon curd. The wine feels smooth and rich in the mouth and its silky consistency drives a long, delicious finish.",Biancosesto,22,91,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,La Tunella 2011 Biancosesto White (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tunella-2011-biancosesto-white-colli-orientali-friuli/,White Blend,2011,La Tunella 13,White,Australia,"This is a nicely put together Chardonnay, offering enough creamy richness to balance the wine's crisp acids. Pineapple and tangerine flavors dominate, lingering elegantly on the finish without revealing obvious oak flavors.",Sexton Vineyard,35,91,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Giant Steps 2009 Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giant-steps-2009-sexton-vineyard-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Giant Steps 13.5,Red,France,"A concentrated wine, showing minerality as well as rich and solid tannins. The red cherry and strawberry fruits are already well integrated into the structure of this dark-hued wine. The name refers to the tufa (limestone and chalk) soil that is typical of much of the central Loire.",Pierre de Tuf,29,91,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Domaine de la Noblaie 2010 Pierre de Tuf (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-noblaie-2010-pierre-tuf-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Domaine de la Noblaie 12.5,Red,France,"It is rare to find pure Cabernet Sauvignon in the Loire, but 2009 was the year when it worked with ripe black currant and berry fruits. The wine has a dark, dense concentration while retaining elegance and a light touch. Age for several years.",La Grande Chevalerie,45,91,Loire Valley,Anjou Villages Brissac,,Château la Varière 2009 La Grande Chevalerie Cabernet Sauvignon (Anjou Villages Brissac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-variere-2009-grande-chevalerie-cabernet-sauvignon-anjou-villages-brissac/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Château la Varière 13.5,Red,France,"An elegant, perfumed wine, showing great structured behind the rich mint and juicy black currant flavors. The wine has fine concentration, aging potential. It is accessible now, as with many Chinons, but equally this is a serious, dense wine for aging.",Les Varennes du Grand Clos,38,91,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2010 Les Varennes du Grand Clos (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2010-varennes-grand-clos-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Charles Joguet 13,Red,France,"A beautifully perfumed wine with red berries and a ripe and rich texture. Its fruitiness is a part of a complex structure of dusty tannins, layers of wood and intense acidity. The combination of the elements offers a wine that will age for several years.",,18,91,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Bernard Baudry 2010 Chinon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-baudry-2010-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Bernard Baudry 14,White,US,"A squeeze of lemony acidity gives this Chardonnay a tart bite to the ripe mango, apricot and lime fruit flavors. Oak brings complex touches of sweet buttered toast. Bone dry, the wine is flashy now, but don't serve it too cold.",Melville Vineyard,40,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Bonaccorsi 2010 Melville Vineyard Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonaccorsi-2010-melville-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2010,Bonaccorsi 13,Red,France,"A wine that keeps close to the dense path of Yannick Amirault's wines. Firm, dark and with strong elements of wood aging, this is solid and chunky. Perhaps there is a touch too much extraction, but this is mitigated by the rich black plum and berry fruits and final. lifted acidity. Age for 4–5 years.",Les Quartiers,,92,Loire Valley,Bourgueil,,Yannick Amirault 2009 Les Quartiers Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yannick-amirault-2009-quartiers-cabernet-franc-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Yannick Amirault 14.4,Red,US,"Raw-boned, aggressive in tannins and powerful in fruit, in the manner of a young Garys' Pinot. While it's not ready to drink, it does show commanding flavors of black cherries, currants, cola and mushrooms that aren't going anywhere anytime soon. Try drinking it after 2016.",Garys' Vineyard,52,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Siduri 2011 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2011-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Siduri 14.2,Red,US,"Rich and impressive, not only for its wealth of concentrated flavor, but for the full-bodied mouthfeel and overall polish. It's showing flashy cherry, currant and pomegranate fruit now, but the tannins are fairly hefty, while the acidity is brisk and mouthwatering. Wants some time in the cellar. Better after 2016.",Reserve,40,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Rusack 2011 Reserve Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2011-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Rusack 12.5,Dessert,France,"Blending Sémillon and Muscadelle, this is a rich, unctuous wine with a rich texture. Honey and apricot flavors are underlain with intense acidity that gives this superb wine a fine lift and elegance. It could certainly age, but is delicious now.",L'Abbaye,,92,Southwest France,Monbazillac,,Domaine l'Ancienne Cure 2009 L'Abbaye (Monbazillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lancienne-cure-2009-labbaye-white-monbazillac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Domaine l'Ancienne Cure 14.5,Red,US,"This tiny production blend surely is made in the modern cult style. Its tannins are soft and sexy, its flavors deep and delicious with milk chocolate, blackberry jam, cassis liqueur and buttery toast. The only thing it lacks is subtlety, but it does deserve its score for sheer Napa power.",Cupiens Videre Lucem Crosby's Reserve,135,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crosby Roamann 2010 Cupiens Videre Lucem Crosby's Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crosby-roamann-2010-cupiens-videre-lucem-crosbys-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Crosby Roamann 12.5,Dessert,France,"Petit Manseng, just beginning to get its rightful recognition, produces superb sweet wines that avoid any sense of cloying, instead offering honey flavors in a fresh, fragrant context. Here it performs superbly with lively acidity and a bright, if sweet, aftertaste.",Cuvée Prestige,37,92,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Château de Rousse 2010 Cuvée Prestige (Jurançon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rousse-2010-cuvee-prestige-other-white-petit-manseng-jurancon/,Petit Manseng,2010,Château de Rousse 14.8,Red,US,"This small-production barrel selection is wildly delicious to drink. It offers wave after wave of sweet raspberry jam, cherry pie, milk chocolate, peppered beef jerky and exotic baking spices, wrapped into smooth, fine tannins. It's one of the most complex, drinkable Zins out there. Drink now–2015.",Hayne Vineyard Reserve,75,92,California,Napa,St. Helena,Chase 2009 Hayne Vineyard Reserve Zinfandel (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chase-2009-hayne-vineyard-reserve-zinfandel-napa-st-helena/,Zinfandel,2009,Chase 14.3,White,US,"An incredibly well-made and well-priced Viognier, from Cedarville's very own decomposed granite-filled soils high atop Fair Play. Opening with faint floral honey, wet stone and pear aromas, the flavors follow through accordingly, and the wine just continues to please with full-integrated minerality. It's a joy to drink.",Estate,20,92,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Cedarville 2011 Estate Viognier (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedarville-vineyard-2011-estate-viognier-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Viognier,2011,Cedarville 14.3,White,US,"Tight and nervous now, with edgy acidity. The oak is strong and unintegrated, while the apricot, orange and peach fruit stands by itself, primary and powerful. It's a fine, complex wine, but needs time. Give it three to four years in the cellar.",Ritchie Vineyard,40,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bjornstad 2009 Ritchie Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bjornstad-2009-ritchie-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Bjornstad 14.3,Red,US,"A dramatic Cabernet that immediately impresses for power and voluptuous texture. Dazzles with waves of blackberries, cassis and chocolate, wrapped into the smoothest tannins you can imagine. Winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown made this lovely 100% Cabernet from fruit grown in a warmer region of the Vaca Mountains. Drink now–2019.",,100,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hestan 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hestan-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Hestan 13,Red,Argentina,"This defines elegance with respect to South American Pinot Noir. A fine blend of cherry, leather and tea aromas leads to a round yet crisp body with toasty, smoky oak framing juicy, light-framed red-fruit flavors. A fresh and precise finish holds onto the wine's generous but refined oak component.",Cincuenta y Cinco,60,92,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega Chacra 2011 Cincuenta y Cinco Pinot Noir (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-chacra-2011-cincuenta-cinco-pinot-noir-patagonia/,Pinot Noir,2011,Bodega Chacra 14.5,Red,US,"This potent Syrah is marked with strong scents of organic compost, umami, and roasted meat; it's packed with plenty of purple and black fruits. Though it tails off slightly in the finish, it seems destined for a good 6–8 year ride in the cellar, improving all the way.",Boushey-McPherson Vineyard,40,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Bunnell 2008 Boushey-McPherson Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2008-boushey-mcpherson-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,Bunnell 12.5,White,France,"One of the pair of top end wines from Fournier (the other is the Grande Cuvée from Pouilly-Fumé) this ripe and full wine is soft and rounded. The initial herbaceous character gets replaced by a more sophisticated, rich and ripe character, intense and a very good pairing for food.",Grande Cuvée,32,92,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Fournier Père et Fils 2009 Grande Cuvée (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2009-grande-cuvee-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Fournier Père et Fils 12.5,Red,US,"Canary Hill Shines in this new vintage, with mixed and juicy fruit flavors of cranberry, raspberry and cherry. It has good grip and a well-balanced herbal note, finishing with hints of green tea.",Canary Hill Vineyard,60,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Ken Wright 2011 Canary Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2011-canary-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Ken Wright 13.9,Red,US,"Rich and dramatic, packed with red and black currant, and sandalwood flavors. This is a very intense wine, impressive for its power. Seems a natural for aging. Hold until 2019 at least.",Block Twenty One,67,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Trione 2008 Block Twenty One Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trione-2008-block-twenty-one-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Trione 14.5,Red,US,"Delicious in cola spice and earthy tannins, this medium-bodied Zinfandel remains tightly wound but obvious in its promise of years of enjoyably structured blackberry fruit, leather and spice. A fine choice among all of Easton's 2010 Zinfandels.",Rinaldi Vineyard,28,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Easton 2010 Rinaldi Vineyard Zinfandel (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2010-rinaldi-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Zinfandel,2010,Easton 14,Red,US,"Shows the hallmarks of a fine Mount Veeder Cabernet, namely immediate succulence, intensely concentrated mountain fruit, and yet an almost certain capacity to age. Lush, ripe flavors of blackberries and crème de cassis lead to a long, soft finish. Drink now–2018.",Cupiens Videre Lucem,60,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Crosby Roamann 2010 Cupiens Videre Lucem Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crosby-roamann-2010-cupiens-videre-lucem-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Crosby Roamann 14.7,Red,US,"This is Syrah with great purity of fruit, especially blueberry. The fruit is thick and tongue-coating, though well positioned with supporting acidity. It's a rich, supple wine with tannins and acids that are refined and in perfect proportion.",DuBrul Vineyard,65,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Côte Bonneville 2010 DuBrul Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cote-bonneville-2010-dubrul-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2010,Côte Bonneville 14.3,Red,US,"Superbly delicious, and packed with ripeness and style. Shows the characteristics of Donum's regular 2010 Carneros, with extra depth and complexity. Waves of raspberries and cherries, licorice, mocha, wood spice and vanilla wash across the palate, always changing in fascinating ways. Should age well for up to a decade.",West Slope Estate Grown,90,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Donum 2010 West Slope Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donum-2010-west-slope-estate-grown-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Donum 14.5,Red,Spain,"This smooth and elegant Priorat offers a fine mix of red fruit, tobacco, spice and vanilla on the bouquet. It feels fresh and crisp in the mouth, with ample body and solid flavors of licorice, toast and black fruits. Things darken up on the finish, where molasses, pepper and spice notes run out for a good, long time. Drink now–2019.",Clos Galena,55,92,Catalonia,Priorat,,Domini de la Cartoixa 2008 Clos Galena Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-cartoixa-2008-clos-galena-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2008,Domini de la Cartoixa 14.5,Red,US,"An impressive wine. Ed Sbragia wrestles that famously briary Dry Creek rusticity to the ground, forcing it into refined elegance. With straightforward blackberry, cherry, mocha and cedar flavors, it's simply delicious for drinking now.",Home Ranch,25,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Sbragia 2010 Home Ranch Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sbragia-2010-home-ranch-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2010,Sbragia 12.5,Red,France,"A structured, ageworthy wine that has fragrant, smoky black currant fruits, layered with firm tannins. It is finely balanced, elegant, its acidity just the right balance to the developing rich fruits. For aging over 3–4 years.",Le Grand Bouqueteau Réserve,19,92,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Château du Coudray Montpensier 2010 Le Grand Bouqueteau Réserve (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-du-coudray-montpensier-2010-le-grand-bouqueteau-reserve-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Château du Coudray Montpensier 12,Dessert,France,"Gold color, this is a delicious ripe wine from the small section of the Layon valley that also has the Quarts de Chaume vineyard. The honeyed character is cut through with dry botrytis, baked apples and brown sugar, balanced by intense acidity.",Les Aunis,35,92,Loire Valley,Coteaux du Layon Chaume,,Château de la Roulerie 2010 Les Aunis Chenin Blanc (Coteaux du Layon Chaume),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roulerie-2010-aunis-chenin-blanc-coteaux-layon-chaume/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Château de la Roulerie 14.2,Red,US,"This is a gigantic Cabernet, deeply concentrated and enormously tannic and dry. Waves of black currants, blueberries, violets and sweet toasted oak are wrapped into a firm astringency. This needs plenty of time; hold until 2017, at least.",Purple Label Piedra Hill Vineyard,64,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,W.H. Smith 2009 Purple Label Piedra Hill Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wh-smith-2009-purple-label-piedra-hill-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,W.H. Smith 14.8,Red,US,"This is a fleshy Cabernet, with meaty, olive notes to the blackberries and black currants. It's nicely dry and tannic, the kind of Cab that needs a rich steak to tame the astringency. Should develop over the next 5–6 years, at least.",Preston,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2009 Preston Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2009-preston-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,V. Sattui 14.5,Red,Chile,"This smooth and inviting blend is impressive for the price. With mildly herbal Carmenère-driven aromas of olive and peppery spice, and then a deep and structured palate feel, Gold is golden. Look for a ton of ripe plum and berry flavor touched up by oak, chocolate and pepper accents. On the finish, it's spicy, peppery, smooth and complete. Drink now–2016.",Gold Carménère-Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc-Petit Verdot,24,92,Colchagua Valley,,,Estampa 2009 Gold Carménère-Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc-Petit Verdot Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estampa-2009-gold-carmenere-cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc-petit-verdot-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Estampa 15.8,Red,US,"Rich and delicious, with soft, sweet waves of black cherry pie, dark chocolate, red currant, licorice, crispy smoked bacon, sandalwood and black pepper. The tannins are wonderfully complex. Yes, the alcohol level on this blend is very high, but it's a terrific example of the Paso Robles style.",Buxom La Vista Vineyard,48,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Nicora 2010 Buxom La Vista Vineyard Syrah-Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicora-2010-buxom-vista-vineyard-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah-Grenache,2010,Nicora 13,Red,France,"The massive 2009 vintage has produced a rich, full-bodied wine. Wood aging shows in the smoothing of the tannins, which are joined by concentrated blackberry fruits, a smoky, just burnt wood character and a dark character that will need several years to open up.",Les Millerits,49,92,Loire Valley,Anjou Villages Brissac,,Domaine des Rochelles 2009 Les Millerits Cabernet Sauvignon (Anjou Villages Brissac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rochelles-2009-millerits-cabernet-sauvignon-anjou-villages-brissac/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Domaine des Rochelles 14.5,Red,US,"Extraordinarily ripe and flamboyant, starting with a tsunami of ripe cherry and raspberry jam, then leading to a finish rich in spices and warm liqueur. The wine's tannins and acids fortunately provide firm structure. It's a bit obvious now in its seductive appeal, but cellaring for 5–6 years should bring out earthier nuances.",Tenth Anniversary Estate Grown,120,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Donum 2010 Tenth Anniversary Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donum-2010-tenth-anniversary-estate-grown-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Donum 14,Red,Spain,"This is a dark, fully formed and impressive wine, one that's 70% Tempranillo and the rest Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Aromas of mineral, spice, orange zest, bacon and black plum are integrated and lead to a lively palate with flavors of raspberry, plum and herbal essence. Long and spunky on the finish. Drink now–2017.",Coleccion 125 Reserva,47,92,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Julián Chivite 2006 Coleccion 125 Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-julian-chivite-2006-coleccion-125-reserva-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Bodegas Julián Chivite 14.3,Red,US,"Bolinas-based Sean Thackrey's new project, Cassiopeia is centered on one block from a single Anderson Valley vineyard. His quest was to see what four different Pinot Noir clones on one rootstock, all the same age, and treated otherwise similarly, could become once turned into wine. This, the 114, is lightly rendered, though deceptively full and meaty, tasting of dark cherry and herb.",Cassiopeia Wentzel Vineyard Clone 114,45,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Sean Thackrey 2010 Cassiopeia Wentzel Vineyard Clone 114 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-thackrey-2010-cassiopeia-wentzel-vineyard-clone-114-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Sean Thackrey 13,Red,Portugal,"A beautifully structured, ripe wine that's full of juicy blackberry flavors, ripe tannins and a dense texture. The concentration from old vines is a particular character of this firm wine. Age for at least four years to get the full benefits.",Muge Vinhas Velhas,22,92,Tejo,,,Casa Cadaval 2009 Muge Vinhas Velhas Trincadeira (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-cadaval-2009-muge-vinhas-velhas-portuguese-red-trincadeira-tejo/,Trincadeira,2009,Casa Cadaval 14.3,Red,US,"Expensive, yes, but very fine, notable for a lovely structure and ripe, complex flavors that should develop in the cellar. It's dry, smoothly tannic and awesomely rich with blackberries and currants, and a gorgeous application of sweet new oak. Great now, and will easily develop over the next 10 years.",Jean Louis Vermeil Frediani Vineyard,85,92,California,Napa,Calistoga,Vermeil 2009 Jean Louis Vermeil Frediani Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vermeil-2009-jean-louis-frediani-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Vermeil 13.4,Red,US,"A deliciously likeable Pinot Noir, sweet as a raspberry crumble pie, yet with qualities of mushrooms, minerals and something formidable from the earth that give it great complexity. The winemaker, Drake Whitcraft, has kept the alcohol to a relatively low 13.4% by volume, so the wine feels light and airy. Yet it possesses great seriousness. The vineyard is within a touchdown pass of the Santa Rita Hills boundary. Drink now–2020.",Pence Ranch Clone 828,50,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Whitcraft 2011 Pence Ranch Clone 828 Pinot Noir (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitcraft-2011-pence-ranch-clone-828-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Whitcraft 14.5,Red,Spain,"This defines small-production, high-end Priorat. Leather, tomato, spice and tobacco are draped all over subdued plum and cherry aromas. The palate is silky in feel, with peppery spice, mocha and red-fruit flavors. On the finish, anise and mild herb flavors dominate. Drink now–2017. Only 250 cases made.",Montsalvat,80,92,Catalonia,Priorat,,Francesc Sanchez Bas 2006 Montsalvat Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesc-sanchez-bas-2006-montsalvat-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Francesc Sanchez Bas 14,Red,Spain,"The bouquet on this blend of Cabernet, Merlot and Syrah is toasty and elevated, a clear invitation to dig in. In the mouth, the flow is silky smooth and just snappy enough, with finely etched acidity pushing raspberry, plum, herb and cocoa flavors. This is excellent in every way; drink now–2018.",Santa Rosa Reserva,45,92,Levante,Alicante,,Enrique Mendoza 2008 Santa Rosa Reserva Red (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enrique-mendoza-2008-santa-rosa-reserva-red-alicante/,Red Blend,2008,Enrique Mendoza 13.9,Red,US,"Created by Joshua Klapper, the fine winemaker at La Fenetre, for Santa Monica's Fig Restaurant, this wine is balanced in alcohol and subtle, but complex in its array of fruits, spices, earth, oak, tannins and acids. If you're in the area, check it out.",,34,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Fig 2010 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fig-2010-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Fig 12.8,Red,US,"Robert Brittan oversees this project. This first release is a cuvée assembled from a selection of barrels he had vinted at the Carlton Winemakers Studio. Silky and dappled with details of underbrush, bramble, black cherry, cassis, smoke and clean earth, this is a lovely blend with elegance to spare. The low alcohol in no way means this is a thin or shallow wine.",Eréndira,35,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ermisch 2010 Eréndira Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ermisch-2010-erendira-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Ermisch 13.9,Red,Argentina,"After years of tasting Don David Malbecs, here's one that rises above the rest. This is jammy and stacked with brawny black-fruit aromas. The mouth is bulky and bullish, but balanced, with blackberry flavors that are coated with copious oak and end in a tornado of coffee, mocha, mint and oak. Drink now–2016.",Don David Finca la Maravilla #6,25,92,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2011 Don David Finca la Maravilla #6 Malbec (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2011-don-david-finca-maravilla-6-malbec-cafayate/,Malbec,2011,Michel Torino 13.5,White,Australia,"Cullen's Kevin John remains one of Margaret River's (and Australia's) benchmark Chardonnays. Scents of grilled peaches lead into flavors of pineapple, vanilla and smoke, but more importantly, the palate is balanced just right. It's not too broad, not too lean; not overly sharp, but not soft. The finish is long and harmonious.",Kevin John,75,92,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cullen 2009 Kevin John Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cullen-2009-kevin-john-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2009,Cullen 14,White,Australia,"Made in a somewhat restrained, focused style, this wine features hints of smoke combined with peach and pineapple notes to create the impression of grilled fruit aromas and flavors. It's linear and crisp on the palate, with admirable length and mouthwatering citrus notes on the finish. Ready to drink now.",Kevin John,75,92,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cullen 2008 Kevin John Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cullen-2008-kevin-john-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2008,Cullen 14.5,Red,US,"So delicious to drink now, it's easy to overlook the complexity and ageworthiness of this Pinot. It's vastly rich in raspberry jam, butterscotch and vanilla flavors, housed in an airy, silky texture. Good as it is, this wine should gain traction over the next 5–6 years.",Van der Kamp Vineyard,50,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Bjornstad 2009 Van der Kamp Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bjornstad-2009-van-der-kamp-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bjornstad 14.9,Red,US,"Right out of the bottle, this is one tough Cabernet. It's very tannic and extracted with blackberry jam, and the oak stands off to one side—sweet and smoky and flashy. However, that “Wow!” factor is always there, and the overall balance suggests cellaring. Already throwing some thick sediment, it should begin to mellow after 2018.",Reserve,95,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bennett Lane 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennett-lane-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Bennett Lane 14.5,Red,US,"This is a bold, vital young Syrah. It's from the Santa Ynez Valley, although you'd never know that from the label, and shows that region's affinity for producing superior Syrah, when the farming is good. The wine is full-bodied and fairly high in alcohol, with rich, intricate blackberry, black currant, licorice, bacon, baker's chocolate and black pepper flavors. Delicious now, and will evolve over the next six years.",Ballard Canyon Estate Reserve,36,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rusack 2010 Ballard Canyon Estate Reserve Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2010-ballard-canyon-estate-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,Rusack 14.4,Red,US,"A fine wine that shows the complexity and volume of the Santa Lucia Highlands. The wine is thoroughly dry and fairly full-bodied for a Pinot Noir, offering rich black cherry, currant and mineral flavors. Its depth and sturdy tannins suggest cellaring for 5–6 years.",Soberanes Vineyard,48,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Siduri 2011 Soberanes Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2011-soberanes-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Siduri 14.1,Red,US,"A huge wine, massively extracted with raspberry and cherry jam fruit, with complex hints of mocha, cola, vanilla, buttered toast and wood spice. The richness is balanced by firm acidity, smooth tannins and a stony minerality. Seems to be offering its best now and over the next 3–4 years.",Rosella's Vineyard,52,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Siduri 2011 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2011-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Siduri 14.5,Red,US,"Crafted from the oldest vines in one of the oldest vineyards in the Walla Walla Valley, this displays lovely aromatics of leaf, herb, earth and wild berry. Tight and contained, it opens into a focused, lively wine with great acidity. It has the potential to age well for a decade or more.",Seven Hills Vineyard,38,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Seven Hills 2010 Seven Hills Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2010-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Seven Hills 14.5,Red,US,"This is another outstanding vintage for Seven Hills Malbec, clearly one of the best in the Northwest. Dark, concentrated and impeccably focused, this mixes raspberry and cherry fruits with threads of smoke, espresso and dark, roasted wood. The tannins are gorgeous—smooth, powerful and stylish to the point of silkiness. Licorice and dark chocolate put the bow on the finish.",,30,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Seven Hills 2010 Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2010-malbec-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Malbec,2010,Seven Hills 14.7,Red,US,"Huge, gigantic, so impressive for its sheer volume of fruit. At the age of nearly five years, it's as fresh as the day it was released, with rich flavors of cherries, red currants and dark chocolate. Shows Merlot's soft tannins, making it lovely to drink now, but should continue to develop over the next 6–8 years.",,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Madorom 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madorom-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Madorom 14.5,White,US,"It's too bad California can't produce more Grenache Blanc, especially along these lines. This is a crisp, dry, layered white complex in almond, honey, green apple and dried apricot tones and tartness. Very dark in color, like an apricot liqueur, but the flavors are fresh and refreshing.",,22,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2011 Grenache Blanc (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2011-other-white-grenache-blanc-sierra-foothills/,Grenache Blanc,2011,Terre Rouge 13.9,Red,US,Juicy and peppery this is everything one could want in a Mourvèdre—smooth and delicious with a backbone of earthy leather.,,25,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2010 Mourvèdre (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2010-mourvedre-sierra-foothills/,Mourvèdre,2010,Terre Rouge 14,Red,Chile,"The bouquet on this blend from the Limarí region is perfumed, floral and slightly exotic, with spunky red-fruit scents and graphite. The palate is full and mouthfilling, with lightly herbal blackberry, plum, pepper and spice flavors along with mild heat and a toasted note. Despite showing a hint of burn, this is a serious wine with short-term aging potential. Drink now–2017.",Payen,60,92,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2009 Payen Red (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2009-payen-red-limari-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Viña Tabalí 13.5,Red,Spain,"This is almost exactly like the winery's excellent 2004 Gran Reserva, proof that Olabarri knows how to make this style of Tempranillo. This is smooth and concentrated, with a deep color and ripe plum, blackberry and tobacco aromas. Flavors of mossy berry, fresh prune, chocolate and vanilla come with light herbal accents. This is elegant, with aging potential. Drink now–2020.",Gran Reserva,32,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Olabarri 2005 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-olabarri-2005-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Viña Olabarri 14,Red,Portugal,"Lisboa's coastal climate keeps this wine fresh and with good acidity despite its richness. Wood aging has smoothed the natural tannins of the fruit, yileding a concentrated wine with a deep, solid base that could still benefit from some aging.",,24,92,Lisboa,,,Quinta do Pinto 2009 Touriga Nacional (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-pinto-2009-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-lisboa/,Touriga Nacional,2009,Quinta do Pinto 15.2,Red,US,"Somms will have fun pairing this wine with just the right foods. It's very complex, with the blackberry, currant and cocoa fruit balanced by earthy, meaty notes. The tannins are rich and fine, hinting at future development. This is Larner's inaugural release, making it a winery to watch. Drink now–2015.",Estate Grown,38,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Larner 2009 Estate Grown Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larner-2009-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2009,Larner 14.5,Red,Spain,"There are many things to love about this blend of Carignan, Garnacha and Cabernet Sauvignon. To begin with, it's properly schisty and spicy on the nose, with mature, slightly herbal berry-fruit scents. This feels dynamic despite showing roasted flavors of red berry, pepper and wild herbs. For under $50, this delivers a lot of quality. Drink now–2016.",Selecció Especial,46,92,Catalonia,Priorat,,Finca Tobella 2006 Selecció Especial Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-tobella-2006-seleccio-especial-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Finca Tobella 12,White,France,"Now mature, this rounded, ripe wine has yellow fruits, mango and a soft, opulent texture. It's an impressive example of how well Sauvignon Blanc can age in Pouilly Fumé, a style that doesn't quite forget the herbaceous edge of the grape while rounding it out deliciously.",Grand Fumé,32,92,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Fournier Père et Fils 2008 Grand Fumé (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2008-grand-fume-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Fournier Père et Fils 15.1,Red,US,"The trick to getting a Cabernet Sauvignon this ripe and oaky is to provide balance, and in this, Écluse has succeeded. Made from 100% Cabernet, it's enormously rich in blackberries and black currants, with dark chocolate, licorice and spice adding complexity. The tannins are, in a word, gorgeous. With high alcohol, the mouthfeel has a Cognac-like warmth, but doesn't feel uncomfortably hot. Drink now for fresh fruitiness.",Reserve Lock Vineyard,69,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Écluse 2009 Reserve Lock Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ecluse-2009-reserve-lock-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Écluse 13.5,White,France,"The top cuvée from Thomas (you can tell by the heavy statement bottle), this is an almost opulent expression of Sauvignon Blanc. It builds on its texture, gained from the chalk soils of Sancerre, with intense tropical fruits, pineapple as well as citrus and grapefruit. It is structured, dense and impressive.",Ultimus,40,92,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Thomas & Fils 2011 Ultimus (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-thomas-fils-2011-ultimus-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Domaine Thomas & Fils 13.5,Red,France,"Along with the other top cuvées in the Charles Joguet range, this is a fine an expression of Loire Cabernet Franc. It has all the perfumes, smoky character and intense black currant fruits. all concentrated into a tight, coiled tannic structure. It shows every sign of aging well, so drink after four years.",Clos du Chêne Vert,50,92,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2010 Clos du Chêne Vert (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2010-clos-chene-vert-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Charles Joguet 14.5,Red,US,"Pretty, structured, layered and bright, Kite's Rest is a blend of all three block designates found on the 12-acre Black Kite Vineyard on the southern side of the Anderson Valley. The wine highlights attributes found in its sister wines.",Kite's Rest Vineyard,45,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Black Kite 2010 Kite's Rest Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-kite-2010-kites-rest-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Black Kite 13,White,France,"Straw gold in color, this smooth, creamy Chardonnay is ripe with melon and green-plum fruits touched with toast and spice. There's an intensely juicy character here, balaned by great acidity and a final, concentrated ripeness.",Vignes des Voises Vieilles Vignes,,93,France Other,Côtes du Jura,,Rijckaert 2010 Vignes des Voises Vieilles Vignes Chardonnay (Côtes du Jura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rijckaert-2010-vignes-voises-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-cotes-jura/,Chardonnay,2010,Rijckaert 14.5,Red,France,"Wood and fruit tannins push through strongly in this powerful wine. It has weight and plush fruit texture, and behind the tannins, dark chocolate and licorice flavors. It's dense and concentrated, needing several years, at least 5–6, to shine.",,46,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Lagrézette 2009 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrezette-2009-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Château Lagrézette 14.6,Red,US,"A fancy Pinot Noir from this coveted vineyard. The wine is very rich and slightly high in alcohol, offering deep flavors of oak-inspired raspberry jam, softened cola and bacon, brightened with crisp acidity and chewy in finely-ground tannins. Lovely to drink now, but try giving it 4–5 years for all the parts to knit together.",Keefer Ranch,50,93,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Bjornstad 2009 Keefer Ranch Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bjornstad-2009-keefer-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bjornstad 14.3,Red,US,"Greg Bjornstad brings his deft touch to this lovely wine. Hard to imagine a better restaurant Pinot for the wine list, with food-friendly bright acidity. It's light and silky, brisk in acidity, and compellingly rich. The raspberry and cherry fruit has earthy notes of mushrooms, giving the wine great complexity. Good as it is now, it will easily develop bottle notes over the next 5–6 years.",Hellenthal Vineyard,50,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Bjornstad 2009 Hellenthal Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bjornstad-2009-hellenthal-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bjornstad 11.5,Dessert,France,"A powerfully concentrated wine, its ripe yellow fruits smoothly filling the mouth with their unctuous honeyed character. Ginger and other spices add an edge to this gorgeous, full wine that needs aging over many years.",Les Roches,45,93,Loire Valley,Bonnezeaux,,Château la Varière 2009 Les Roches (Bonnezeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-variere-2009-roches-chenin-blanc-bonnezeaux/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Château la Varière 13.3,Red,US,"Beautiful and lush, with wildly delicious raspberry, cherry and red currant flavors. That's not all. There are fine mineral notes, the acidity is near perfect, and the tannins are soft, ripe and succulent. Balanced in alcohol and gorgeous to drink now, making it one of the best Solomon Hills Pinots ever.",Solomon Hills Vineyards,49,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,RN Estate 2011 Solomon Hills Vineyards Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rn-estate-2011-solomon-hills-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,RN Estate 13,White,France,"En Paradis—“in paradise”—refers to a vineyard owned by Régine and Jean Rijckaert. The wine is deliciously and very lightly oxidized, showing a great line of tangy, juicy green and white fruits which are overlaid by pineapple acidity. It has fine concentration and a so-refreshing lemon-zest aftertaste.",En Paradis Vieilles Vignes,,93,France Other,Arbois,,Rijckaert 2010 En Paradis Vieilles Vignes Chardonnay (Arbois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rijckaert-2010-en-paradis-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-arbois/,Chardonnay,2010,Rijckaert 14.5,Red,US,"Terre Rouge's Ascent is, as intended, indeed its best of the best, from a selection of worship-worthy sites strewn across the Sierra Foothills. With deep layers of black pepper, roasted game, leather and a mouthful of dust, it's structured, balanced and intense, and full of concentrated fruit. Give it 7–10 years or plenty of air before enjoying with a dish of herb-encrusted meat.",Ascent,85,93,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2010 Ascent Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2010-ascent-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2010,Terre Rouge 14.9,Red,US,"Working with both Klipsun and Ciel du Cheval, winemaker Casey McClellan extracts the essence of both these great vineyards in his Red Mountain cuvées. Here is the raw power of 100% Klipsun Cabernet Sauvignon, full-throttle black fruits and mineral-soaked, chewy, dark tannins. It's all done in a wine with both length and precision; one that will surely age well over at least a decade.",Klipsun Vineyard,45,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Seven Hills 2010 Klipsun Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2010-klipsun-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Seven Hills 14.5,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet shows the deeply concentrated fruit and powerful yet refined tannins of Mount Veeder. It's packed with black-berries and black currants, with plenty of new French oak. Flashy, but needs time. Should easily unfold over the next 8–9 years.",,49,93,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,V. Sattui 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,V. Sattui 13,Red,France,"An impressively rich, firmly tannic and dark wine. It shows less of the Cabernet Franc perfume than of its strong structure and black currant fruits. There is an austere line of minerality that shows the wine's youth. Keep this wine for 4–5 years.",La Petite Cave,,93,Loire Valley,Bourgueil,,Yannick Amirault 2010 La Petite Cave Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yannick-amirault-2010-petite-cave-cabernet-franc-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Yannick Amirault 13,Red,France,"One of Amirault's single parcel wines, this is a rich and smoothly tannic. There is a black fruit and smoky wood element, while big juicy fruits dominate the firm structure, giving a wine that has both potential and drinkability sooner. Age this powerful wine for 4–5 years.",Le Grand Clos,,93,Loire Valley,Bourgueil,,Yannick Amirault 2009 Le Grand Clos Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yannick-amirault-2009-le-grand-clos-cabernet-franc-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Yannick Amirault 14.4,Red,US,"A blend of 33% Merlot (from the original, 1976 block), 38% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Petit Verdot and 13% Cab Franc, this shows Euro-style refinement from first sniff to last swallow. The alcohol has climbed up a bit without any sacrifice of detail. A mix of berries, cherries and cassis, the fruits are woven around tightly defined, perfectly ripened tannins, with an underlayer of acid and mineral.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,38,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Seven Hills 2010 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2010-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Seven Hills 14.9,Red,US,"). You'll want to cellar this young 100% Cab because it's not showing its full potential yet. Dry and tannic, it's very rich in black currants and blackberry jam, but all of the wine's parts need more time to fully integrate; currently, the oak is forward, the acids are tart and citrusy, and the tannins are fierce. Should improve over the next 10 years, maybe even 20.",Family Reserve,145,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Venge 2010 Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venge-2010-family-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Venge 13,Red,France,"This is a dark purple colored wine, packed with tannins that come both from the rich fruit and new wood used in aging. It's still a young wine with black fruits showing strongly through the structure. Powerful and concentrated, it will age well over many years.",L'Extase,39,93,Southwest France,Côtes de Bergerac,,Domaine l'Ancienne Cure 2010 L'Extase Red (Côtes de Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lancienne-cure-2010-lextase-red-cotes-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine l'Ancienne Cure 14.5,Red,US,"Sestina is the bigger sister to the winery's Gravura; again Cabernet Sauvignon takes front and center, with Merlot (18%) and Cabernet Franc (9%) filling in the rest. 70% of the French oak used was new, and the wine has more toast, smoke and barrel depth than its companion, though less of the luscious red fruit is showing. Espresso, cacao and other dark, roasted flavors wrap around black cherry cola and milk chocolate; the finish thoroughly delicious.",Sestina,50,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Avennia 2010 Sestina Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avennia-2010-sestina-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Avennia 14.5,Red,France,"A small vineyard of six acres is used to produce this magnificent incarnation of Malbec. Black as ink and firmly tannic, a toughness magnified by new wood, this is still a richly fruity wine that will age superbly to give power and complexity. Keep for at least four years.",Le Pigeonnier,290,94,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Lagrézette 2009 Le Pigeonnier Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrezette-2009-le-pigeonnier-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Château Lagrézette 14.5,Red,US,"An absolutely delicious Cabernet, with ripe blackberry, black currant, milk chocolate and spicy oak flavors. Beyond the richness is a superb structure of gorgeously refined tannins and just enough acidity to give balance. So easy to drink, so elegant, you could drain the bottle tonight. But it will age effortlessly through 2018.",Showket Vineyard,75,94,California,Napa,Oakville,Carol Shelton 2009 Showket Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2009-showket-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Carol Shelton 14.5,Red,US,"Making Pinot Noir this sensually delicious is only half the effort. The challenge is to provide balance. Winemaker Jenne Lee Bonaccorsi succeeds wildly with this wine. The vineyard is planted entirely with the Dijon clone 115, and the wine shows the purest raspberry and cherry fruit—focused and intense. Yet there are all sorts of earthy, mushroomy, oaky complexities. Gorgeous now, and will hold for at least six years.",Cargasacchi Vineyard,45,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Bonaccorsi 2010 Cargasacchi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonaccorsi-2010-cargasacchi-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bonaccorsi 13.5,White,Australia,"This wine eschews the current trends and sticks to its full-blown guns, remaining a broad, lush and creamy-textured wine, with open, inviting aromas of peach, cashew and pineapple. It's richly nutty and tropical at the same time, offering layers of complexity and depth to be enjoyed over the next several years.",,125,94,Victoria,Victoria,,Giaconda 2008 Chardonnay (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giaconda-2008-chardonnay-victoria/,Chardonnay,2008,Giaconda 14.2,Red,US,"The pedigree of this vineyard shows in every aspect. It's not just the ripe black cherry and pomegranate fruit, or the brisk acidity, or the lush, gorgeous tannin structure. It's the incredible complexity, showing all kinds of mushroom, cola, smoked meat and spice notes. Simply gorgeous now, and should develop over the next 10 years.",Keefer Ranch Vineyard,52,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Siduri 2011 Keefer Ranch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2011-keefer-ranch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Siduri 14.3,Red,US,"Ethereally light with delicate red cherry flavor, this Pinot is soft, complex and interesting, with a racy herbal streak lurking in the background. Think a ham-and-cheese quiche gingerly sprinkled with thyme and oregano. So distinctive, one wonders what grows near this particular set of vines on the Wentzel Vineyard.",Cassiopeia Wentzel Vineyard Clone 115,45,94,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Sean Thackrey 2010 Cassiopeia Wentzel Vineyard Clone 115 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-thackrey-2010-cassiopeia-wentzel-vineyard-clone-115-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Sean Thackrey 15.5,Red,Argentina,"Much like the previous vintage of La Violeta, this is a fabulous Malbec with depth, density and power to spare. The bouquet yields marzipan, cola, fine leather, char and rich berry aromas. That sets up a palate with impeccable structure and huge flavors of beef jerky, mocha, black fruits and spice. The finish is massive and loaded, with licorice and mocha flavors. Drink now–2018. Only 100 cases made, with 50 imported into the U.S.",Lindaflor La Violeta,125,94,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Monteviejo 2008 Lindaflor La Violeta Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteviejo-2008-lindaflor-violeta-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Monteviejo 13,White,Italy,"Amfora's copper-ornage color is completely unique in the wide world of contemporary wine. There's a luminous brightness to the wine's appearance that defies its many years of age. Matured in clay amphorae, this pure expression of Ribolla Gialla delivers a softer approach than Gravner's Breg (a white blend) and amazingly intense aromas of resin, pine nut, caramel, graham cracker and candied fruit. Firm structure and determined flavors mark the long close. You can drink it now or hold 10 more years.",Amfora,120,94,,Venezia Giulia,,Gravner 2005 Amfora Ribolla Gialla (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gravner-2005-amfora-italian-white-ribolla-gialla-venezia-giulia/,Ribolla Gialla,2005,Gravner 14,Red,US,"So rich, ripe and succulent, you can hardly keep from drinking it now. But don't. This is one for the cellar. The alcohol is a refreshingly balanced. The wine is already throwing some sediment, and more than four years of bottle age are mellowing the wine's edges, with the primary blackberry and cherry flavors developing secondary characteristics. Should begin to peak around 2016 and drink well for another decade.",Dyer Vineyard,75,94,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Dyer 2008 Dyer Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dyer-2008-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Dyer 14.5,Red,US,"This is two-thirds Cabernet Sauvignon and one-third Merlot, all sourced from the estate's DuBrul vineyard. It's drinking quite well, though clearly heading into secondary fruit flavors that reflect its ongoing maturation. Cherries, plums and cassis fruits mingle, along with silky, polished tannins. Though it can be cellared indefinitely, it may be at its most delicious drinking peak currently.",DuBrul Vineyard Côte Bonneville,120,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Côte Bonneville 2006 DuBrul Vineyard Côte Bonneville Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cote-bonneville-2006-dubrul-vineyard-bonneville-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Côte Bonneville 14,Red,US,"Astonishingly deep in flavor, offering an explosion of the ripest cherries and raspberries imaginable. Additional notes of toasty oak, brown sugar and cinnamon spice make this Pinot irresistible, while the acidity brings all the richness to life. Drink now–2016.",Sebastiano Vineyard,45,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Bonaccorsi 2010 Sebastiano Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonaccorsi-2010-sebastiano-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bonaccorsi 14.6,Red,US,"Wow. Black Kite's River Turn, one of of its three annual block designates, is invigoratingly inviting, a heady mix of floral cherry pie, bright, full and ripe with a balanced backbone of acidity and a gentle hint of gingerbread. This wine is ready to enjoy this second, but if you can help yourself, it'll also hold up for several years in the cellar and no matter when you decide to drink it, pair exquisitely with a range of deftly mannered food.",River Turn,55,95,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Black Kite 2010 River Turn Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-kite-2010-river-turn-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Black Kite 14.5,Red,US,"Shows the ripe voluptuousness that this vineyard always brings to Pinot Noir, as well as near-perfect balance. So rich, so delicious, it's hard not to drink the whole bottle. Waves of raspberry and cherry preserves, date-nut bread, white pepper, brown sugar, vanilla and toast are wrapped in a silky texture, with gorgeous acidity and smooth tannins. Drink over the next six years.",Fiddlestix Vineyard,45,95,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Bonaccorsi 2010 Fiddlestix Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonaccorsi-2010-fiddlestix-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bonaccorsi 14.3,Red,US,"A very pretty expression of Sean Thackrey's Cassiopeia's clonal experimentation, gorgeously floral and well rounded, with bright, concentrated, lush flavors of cherry with a light layering of spice. Well integrated, it's a standout among standouts.",Cassiopeia Wentzel Vineyard Clone 667,45,95,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Sean Thackrey 2010 Cassiopeia Wentzel Vineyard Clone 667 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-thackrey-2010-cassiopeia-wentzel-vineyard-clone-667-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Sean Thackrey 13.5,Red,Spain,"This is not fresh or fruity; in fact, the nose is nutty and muddied, with a rough, angular mouthfeel and flavors of peanut, vanilla and leathery raspberry.",V,40,80,Northern Spain,Vino de Calidad de Valtiendas,,Vivencias 2008 V Tempranillo (Vino de Calidad de Valtiendas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivencias-2008-v-tempranillo-vino-calidad-valtiendas/,Tempranillo,2008,Vivencias 13,Rose,Spain,"This has already past its sell-by date. The color is tan and maderized, while the nose is soft and mushy, with raisiny aromas. Like the nose, this is flabby and past its prime in the mouth, with a bland, bitter finish.",Viña Rubican,10,80,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Corellanas 2011 Viña Rubican Rosé (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-corellanas-2011-vina-rubican-rose-navarra/,Rosé,2011,Bodegas Corellanas 12,Sparkling,Spain,"With dusty, candied aromas, the bouquet on this semisweet Cava is scattered all over the map. In the mouth, it's inoffensive, however the wine's candied, melony flavors are cloying and overtly sugary. This is too clumsy and candied to be taken seriously.",Demi Sec,14,80,Catalonia,Cava,,Paul Cheneau NV Demi Sec Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cheneau-nv-demi-sec-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Paul Cheneau 14.5,Red,Spain,"This wine is not impressive in any way. It's tannic, abrasive and tastes stalky and weedy. The finish is rough and green, like rocks in the mouth.",,30,80,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Convento San Francisco 2008 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/convento-san-francisco-2008-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,2008,Convento San Francisco 12,Red,Italy,"There's a thorny, almost raw quality of fruit here that is backed by a touch of dill weed and black tar. It feels tart and slightly bitter on the close.",Rondineto,12,80,Central Italy,Colli Aprutini,,Fattoria Giuseppe Savini 2011 Rondineto Merlot (Colli Aprutini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-giuseppe-savini-2011-rondineto-merlot-colli-aprutini/,Merlot,2011,Fattoria Giuseppe Savini 13.5,Red,Spain,"This reedy, strained Garnacha features cheesy aromas, stalky fruit and chemical notes. The palate is hard in feel, with a weedy, burnt aftertaste.",Ramón Roqueta,12,81,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Bodegas 1898 2009 Ramón Roqueta Garnacha (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-1898-2009-ramon-roqueta-grenache-garnacha-catalunya/,Garnacha,1898,Bodegas 1898 13,Rose,Spain,"This is no longer in its prime. It tastes weird, mealy and slightly exotic, while the palate feels rubbery. Nectarine and plum notes are detectable on a strained finish.",Protocolo,7,81,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Dominio de Eguren 2011 Protocolo Rosé (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-eguren-2011-protocolo-rose-vino-tierra-castilla/,Rosé,2011,Dominio de Eguren 13,White,US,"A Lake County SB with very little in the way of aromatics. It's acceptable for everyday, but a generic white wine.",,14,81,California,Lake County,Lake County,Green Truck 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/green-truck-2011-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Green Truck 12,Rose,France,"Intensely acidic wine, its red fruits and caramel hidden behind a tart, over-lemoned flavor. For lovers of mouth-shockingly dry rosé. Screwcap.",,12,81,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Rosé,,Château Larroque 2012 Red (Bordeaux Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larroque-2012-red-rose/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Larroque 15.6,Red,US,"Way too ripe, with the flavors veering into raisins. The alcohol, which is 15.6% abv, really sticks out.",,32,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Brochelle Vineyards 2010 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brochelle-2010-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2010,Brochelle Vineyards 12.5,White,US,"This bargain-priced wine is oaky and bland, with a smell of menthol.",,11,81,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Harlow Ridge 2011 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harlow-ridge-2011-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2011,Harlow Ridge 12.5,Red,US,"A very basic Cabernet Sauvignon, very low in alcohol, with a harshness on the finish.",,11,81,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Harlow Ridge 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harlow-ridge-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Harlow Ridge 13.5,Red,Chile,"Rubbery, mulchy aromas never clean up and rank as rough. Roughness describes the palate, too, while flavors of herbal fruit, bitterness, hard spices and buttery oak fail to come around.",,10,81,Cachapoal Valley,,,Cornellana 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cornellana-2011-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2011,Cornellana 13,Red,US,"Made from organic grapes, Green Truck's Petite has not a lot going on aromatically and exhibits very little in the way of the variety's profile, tasting like generic red wine.",,14,81,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Green Truck 2010 Petite Sirah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/green-truck-2010-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Petite Sirah,2010,Green Truck 15.6,Red,US,"Earthy and very tight after aging 20 months in barrel and another two years in bottle prior to release, this wine's fruit is slipping away, leaving behind only a pruney sourness.",Westside Vineyard,25,81,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Amador Cellars 2006 Westside Vineyard Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-cellars-2006-westside-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2006,Amador Cellars 13.5,Red,US,"A simple Pinot, with Beaujolais-like bubble gum and raspberry-jam flavors. Finishes ripe and a bit sugary.",,14,82,California,California Other,California,Six Degrees 2011 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-degrees-2011-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Six Degrees 11.5,Rose,Italy,"Part of the natural wine movement, this frizzy Lambrusco opens with a dark raspberry color and easy aromas of cassis, sour cherry and chopped mint. The foamy close is easy and thin.",Ferrando,21,82,Central Italy,Lambrusco dell'Emilia,,Quarticello NV Ferrando (Lambrusco dell'Emilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quarticello-nv-ferrando-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-dellemilia/,Lambrusco,,Quarticello 13.9,White,US,"Soft, rich and simple, with flavors of lemondrop candy and vanilla.",friends.white,12,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pedroncelli 2012 friends.white White (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2012-friendswhite-sonoma-county/,White Blend,2012,Pedroncelli 14.1,White,US,"Soft and dull, with green pea, peach jam and buttered toast flavors that finish a little sugary.",,20,82,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 2011 Chardonnay (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/materra-2011-chardonnay-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Chardonnay,2011,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 14.1,Red,US,"Tastes a little vegetal and simple, with cherry jam, asparagus and sweet oak flavors. Not a success, and a particular disappointment compared to the winery's other 2010 single-vineyard Pinots.",Ramal Vineyard,50,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gary Farrell 2010 Ramal Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2010-ramal-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Gary Farrell 13.5,Red,Italy,Assiolo is a slightly tart and bitter expression of Sangiovese with sharp aromas of cherry fruit and plum. The tannins show an astringent and nervous quality.,Assiolo,21,82,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Costa Archi 2010 Assiolo (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costa-archi-2010-assiolo-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2010,Costa Archi 13,Rose,France,"Bordeaux Claret has a darker color than a rosé, suggesting more weight. This wine, though, also has a green herbal edge that is less attractive.",,,82,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Clairet,,Château de Piote 2012 Red (Bordeaux Clairet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-piote-2012-red-clairet/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château de Piote 13.5,White,US,"Whatever the varieties are on this wine, and it's not disclosed, it's soft, ripe and simple, with orange, peach and lime flavors.",,17,82,California,California Other,California,Austerity 2011 White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/austerity-2011-white-other/,White Blend,2011,Austerity 13.6,White,US,"Simple and tasting of vanilla toffee, this Chardonnay, value-priced for sure, has a finish that's puckeringly sweet.","Eden Ridge, Barrel Select",11,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,"Truett Hurst 2011 Eden Ridge, Barrel Select Chardonnay (Mendocino County)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truett-hurst-2011-eden-ridge-barrel-select-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Truett Hurst 16.1,Red,US,"Tasting quite sweet and soft, like a raspberry liqueur, this high-alcohol Zinfandel is wrapped in vanilla and cinnamon tones and would be difficult to pair with anything beyond barbecue.",Muy Bueno,32,82,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wood Family Vineyards 2010 Muy Bueno Zinfandel (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wood-family-2010-muy-bueno-zinfandel-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Wood Family Vineyards 12,White,Italy,"Light and watery, this boxed Sauvignon Blanc offers simple fruit with some mineral and citrus at the back. There's not much here, but the freshness is nice.",,20,82,,Delle Venezie,,Cara Mia NV Sauvignon Blanc (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cara-mia-nv-sauvignon-blanc-delle-venezie/,Sauvignon Blanc,,Cara Mia 13,Red,Chile,"Scratchy, earthy aromas of red plum and cherry lead to a bland palate with modest raspberry and red plum flavors. This closes with dried-out red-fruit notes and little else.",Reina Ana,9,82,Central Valley,,,Aguirre 2011 Reina Ana Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aguirre-2011-reina-ana-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2011,Aguirre 13.6,Red,US,"This variety is one of the traditional Port grapes. It should do well as a dry wine in the hotter areas of California, but no one has figured out how to make it happen. This bottling by Kenneth Voik does not advance the cause. The wine is heavy and dull.",Pomar Junction Vineyard,36,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Kenneth Volk 2010 Pomar Junction Vineyard Touriga Nacional (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenneth-volk-2010-pomar-junction-vineyard-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-central-coast-paso-robles/,Touriga Nacional,2010,Kenneth Volk 15.3,Red,US,"This blend is based on Grenache. It has white sugar, raspberry, caramel and spice flavors that finish as luscious as a candy bar.",Osiris,32,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Kaleidos 2008 Osiris Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaleidos-2008-osiris-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Kaleidos 13,Red,Chile,"Scratchy rhubarb aromas run tart and weedy. The palate on this basic Merlot is high in acid and thus shrill, with sharp raspberry and cherry flavors. A short, choppy finish with sour plum flavors closes out this marginal, crisp wine.",,10,82,Curicó Valley,,,San Nicolas 2011 Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-nicolas-2011-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2011,San Nicolas 12.5,Rose,Spain,"This barrel-fermented rosé is flat and smells more like apple juice than wine. Despite showing some tang, this is dull in the mouth, with bland orange and nectarine flavors. On the finish, it's washed out and has an iodine-like aftertaste.",Rosado,11,82,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Finca Albret 2011 Rosado Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-albret-2011-rosado-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2011,Finca Albret 13.5,White,Chile,"While this smells plump, mealy and soft, it's decidedly acidic and citrusy in the mouth. In terms of feel, it's limited and monotone, while the flavors run toward vanilla, orange and oak. The finish is fleeting finish and light on flavor.",Talinay Coastal Limestone Vineyard,30,82,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2010 Talinay Coastal Limestone Vineyard Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2010-talinay-coastal-limestone-vineyard-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Viña Tabalí 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a strange expression of Montepulciano that shows slight volatility with apple skin and cucumber aromas followed by a flat, but smooth mouthfeel.",Colle Morino,12,82,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Barba 2010 Colle Morino (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barba-2010-colle-morino-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2010,Barba 14.5,Red,US,"There's an unripe, vegetal note that interferes with the enjoyment of this Pinot Noir. Although the wine is nicely dry, crisp and elegantly structured, with some good raspberry and cherry fruit, that taste of asparagus is hard to get over.",,32,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,August West 2011 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-west-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,August West 13.5,Red,Spain,"This wine's light, rusty color and herbal, dilute nose tell you most of what you need to know about this weakly constituted Monastrell-led blend. Tea, leafy fruit flavors, pepper and rooty flavors are what it's about.",,10,82,Levante,Jumilla,,Caracol Serrano 2010 Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caracol-serrano-2010-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2010,Caracol Serrano 12,Red,Italy,"Cara Mia, or “my beloved,” is a fresh and thin red wine that could pair with grilled hamburgers and hotdogs at the park. Fresh cherry and raspberry are followed by a slightly bitter endnote.",,20,82,,Delle Venezie,,Cara Mia NV Cabernet Sauvignon (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cara-mia-nv-cabernet-sauvignon-delle-venezie/,Cabernet Sauvignon,,Cara Mia 12.5,Rose,France,"The wine seems flat. It has the red fruits and acidity, but they seem flabby and dull.",,12,82,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Bailli de Provence 2012 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailli-provence-2012-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Bailli de Provence 12,Rose,Italy,"This bright pink rosato opens with touches of apple skin and citrus, especially pink grapefruit. This exceedingly informal box wine could work at picnics or pool parties.",Volére,15,82,,Delle Venezie,,Cantina di Soave 2011 Volére Rosato (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2011-volere-rose-rosato-delle-venezie/,Rosato,2011,Cantina di Soave 13.5,Red,Spain,"Clunky aromas of raisin and compost lack vitality and suggest overripeness. The mouthfeel is dense and tannic, while flavors of prune and overripe blueberry dominate.",Esenzia Old Vine,12,82,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra del Bajo Aragón,,Bodegas Tempore 2010 Esenzia Old Vine Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra del Bajo Aragón),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-tempore-2010-esenzia-old-vine-tempranillo-vino-tierra-bajo-aragon/,Tempranillo,2010,Bodegas Tempore 13.5,White,Spain,"Oxidized peach and apple aromas are neither here nor there. The mouthfeel on this Godello is surprisingly soft, while oxidized flavors of citrus and melon lack kick. From start to middle to finish, this is low on pulse.",Sobre Lias,20,82,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Viña Somoza 2011 Sobre Lias Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-somoza-2011-sobre-lias-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2011,Viña Somoza 13.5,White,US,"Tastes and feels too buttery to earn a better score, with awkward flavors of apricots and lemon peel.",Reserve,21,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,GEN 7 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gen-7-2009-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,GEN 7 13.4,White,US,"This is a soft white wine with sugary flavors of lemon, orange, date, nougat and vanilla candy bar.",East Side Vineyards,14,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2012 East Side Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2012-east-side-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Pedroncelli 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Iodine and briny citrus aromas are hardly the red carpet entry you might hope for. In the mouth, this is cushioned, with briny flavors of apple and nectarine that finish bitter. This will probably go down best with a splash of orange or peach juice. On it's own it struggles.",Gran Tradición Brut,10,82,Catalonia,Cava,,Berberana NV Gran Tradición Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berberana-nv-gran-tradicion-brut-sparkling-cava-168665/,Sparkling Blend,,Berberana 14,White,Chile,"This creamy, candied Viognier comes across hot and high in alcohol, with banana and vanilla aromas that are not very encouraging. Flavors of Animal Cracker cookies, vanilla and canned fruits end in a sweet, soft, cloying finish.",Maucho Reserva,15,82,Maule Valley,,,Viña Casas Patronales 2010 Maucho Reserva Viognier (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-patronales-2010-maucho-reserva-viognier-maule-valley/,Viognier,2010,Viña Casas Patronales 13,Red,Chile,"This weakly constituted Cabernet opens with raisiny aromas. Those are backed by a chunky, low-acid palate with raisin and baked plum flavors. The finish tastes baked and feels rubbery.",,9,82,Maule Valley,,,Sundance 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sundance-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Sundance 13.5,Red,US,"Not sure what's going on at StoneCap, but after a couple of outstanding Merlot vintages, it seems to have lost its way in 2011. Spritzy, bitter and herbal, there's a big splash of vanilla, as if intended to cover the vegetal flavors of unripe grapes.",Estate Grown,10,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),StoneCap 2011 Estate Grown Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonecap-2011-estate-grown-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2011,StoneCap 14,Red,Chile,"There's no shortage of funky wildness to the nose: leather, juniper and rubbery berry scents are all accounted for. The palate carries minimal tannic grip, while flavors of herbal berry fruits rekindle the juniper from the nose, leaving an herbal aftertaste.",Reserva,10,83,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2011 Reserva Shiraz (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2011-reserva-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-maipo-valley/,Shiraz,2011,Santa Alicia 8,Red,Italy,"Although this wine is called “Dolce Bianco” it is indeed a dark red sparkling wine. It opens with an inky ruby color and bitter aromas of cherry, blackberry and cassis fruit. There's a touch of sweetness on the close with foamy bubbles as well.",Dolce Bianco,7,83,Central Italy,Lambrusco dell'Emilia,,Sei Amici NV Dolce Bianco (Lambrusco dell'Emilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sei-amici-nv-dolce-bianco-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-dellemilia/,Lambrusco,,Sei Amici 13.5,Red,Spain,"Medicinal cherry and plum aromas are smothered in milk chocolate scents that turn more animal and leathery with airing. The palate is chunky but dull in feel, with generic red-berry flavors covered with candied oak and herbal notes.",,11,83,Levante,Alicante,,Toscar 2010 Monastrell (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toscar-2010-mourvedre-monastrell-alicante/,Monastrell,2010,Toscar 14.5,Red,Spain,"Prune and raisin aromas pour off the bouquet, providing more than a clue that this wine is on the overripe side. That's confirmed in the mouth, where things feel tannic and over the top; flavors of raisin, sugar beet and chocolate finish with heat and hardness.",Old Vines,8,83,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Garnacha de Fuego 2011 Old Vines Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garnacha-fuego-2011-old-vines-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2011,Garnacha de Fuego 12,Rose,France,"Pink in color, this is a full wine that misses out on freshness. It is clean with ripe strawberry fruits, but it feels fat and heavy. Screwcap.",,12,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Rosé,,Château de Beauregard-Ducourt 2012 Red (Bordeaux Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-beauregard-ducourt-2012-red-rose/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château de Beauregard-Ducourt 12,Rose,France,"Caramel and soft fruits in a wine that seems to be missing the zesty, crisp element. The wine feels flat.",,13,83,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Montaud 2012 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montaud-2012-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2012,Château Montaud 13,White,Chile,"Lapostolle makes many excellent wines and quite a few good values; this Sauvignon Blanc from the warm Rapel Valley is not one of them. Like in prior years, this is bland and fleshy, with soft, wide, dull flavors of melon and sweet apple. And it's weak on acidity. 60,000 cases made.",Casa Grand Selection,12,83,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2012 Casa Grand Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2012-casa-grand-selection-sauvignon-blanc-rapel-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Lapostolle 13.5,White,US,A very simple Chardonnay with sour apple flavor.,,14,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Green Truck 2011 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/green-truck-2011-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Green Truck 9.5,White,Italy,"This playful Moscato offers simple tones of tangerine skin, white acacia flower and honey. Luscious ripeness gives the wine a broad and heavy feel in the mouth.",,,83,Lombardy,Pavia,,Bolla 2011 Moscato (Pavia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2011-muscat-moscato-pavia/,Moscato,2011,Bolla 13,Red,France,"Very young, fruity wine. The tannins are already soft and there is stalky black currant acidity that gives the wine a bright freshness. It has no wood and will develop fast.",,14,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Allégret 2012 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-allegret-2012-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Allégret 12,White,Italy,"My Moon is a thin and watery Sauvignon that offers just enough aromatic intensity in terms of peach, sage and honey to make it mildly interesting. Pair with with spicy Thai spring rolls.",,10,83,,Delle Venezie,,My Moon 2011 Sauvignon (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/my-moon-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-delle-venezie/,Sauvignon,2011,My Moon 13,White,Chile,"This amounts to a flabby, basic SB from a hot vintage. The nose is dull and lacks spunk. The palate is soft and fleshy, with bitter-leaning, bland flavors of melon, mild citrus and white pepper.",3 Generaciones,12,83,Central Valley,,,Soleca 2012 3 Generaciones Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soleca-2012-3-generaciones-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Soleca 11,White,Italy,Ripe peach nectar and apricot fuel the rather simple bouquet of this one-dimensional Chardonnay. There's a distant touch of freshness on the otherwise waxy finish.,Bludigaia Vivace,9,83,Central Italy,Lazio,,Villa Gianna 2011 Bludigaia Vivace Chardonnay (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-gianna-2011-bludigaia-vivace-chardonnay-lazio/,Chardonnay,2011,Villa Gianna 14.5,Red,US,"A simple, rustic wine, with jammy raspberry, red currant and cocoa flavors. There's a metallic taste that may or may not be related to thre screwtop.",Randy's Red,30,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Record Family Wines 2010 Randy's Red Grenache-Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/record-family-wines-2010-randys-red-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache-Syrah,2010,Record Family Wines 12.8,Red,US,"Thin, awkward and excessively herbal, this sour wine seems barely ripe.",Estate,28,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cubanisimo Vineyards 2010 Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cubanisimo-2010-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Cubanisimo Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"Some green, vegetal notes mar this otherwise fine Pinot Noir. It's dry, silky in texture and brisk in acidity. Despite some good raspberry jam and sweet oak flavors, it's a hard wine to like.",,40,83,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2010 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2010-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Foley 13.5,Red,Spain,"Raw aromas of rhubarb and scratchy raspberry offer little to latch onto. The palate feels clipped and angular, while the flavors are a touch stalky and generic as far as red fruit goes. This finishes tangy and scouring.",Viña Alarde Crianza,15,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Berberana 2008 Viña Alarde Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berberana-2008-vina-alarde-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Berberana 14,Red,Chile,"The nose is appealing; there's a mix of wet clay, spice, red currant and herbs. In the mouth, however, this is tangy to the max, with tart red plum, pie cherry and vanilla flavors. By the time it finishes, acidity has assumed the throne. This is extremely lean and zesty for Cab Franc.",Gran Reserva La Porfia,20,83,Curicó Valley,,,Botalcura 2009 Gran Reserva La Porfia Cabernet Franc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botalcura-2009-gran-reserva-porfia-cabernet-franc-curico-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Botalcura ,White,France,"Just lightly sweet, this is a curious wine that is neither one thing or the other. It's clean, has some peach flavor and light acidity.",Moelleux,13,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château la Hargue 2012 Moelleux (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-hargue-2012-moelleux-red-blanc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château la Hargue 12,White,Italy,Here are three liters of oddly fragrant Chardonnay. The wine offers jasmine and potpourri like tones followed by jammy apricot fruit.,,20,83,,Delle Venezie,,Cara Mia NV Chardonnay (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cara-mia-nv-chardonnay-delle-venezie/,Chardonnay,,Cara Mia 11,Rose,Italy,"Sangiovese (75%) and Merlot make for a plain and simple red blend with wild berry and fresh blueberry aromas. Beyond those notes, the wine is short lived and fresh.",Bludigaia Vivace,9,83,Central Italy,Lazio,,Villa Gianna 2011 Bludigaia Vivace Red (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-gianna-2011-bludigaia-vivace-red-lazio/,Red Blend,2011,Villa Gianna 15,Red,Italy,This Sangiovese hits the palate in a very direct and determined manner because of the biting acidity and high acidity that will make your mouth pucker. At the back are tones of bitter cherry and unripe plum.,Monte Brullo,32,83,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Costa Archi 2008 Monte Brullo (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costa-archi-2008-monte-brullo-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2008,Costa Archi 13.5,Rose,Spain,"With its day-glo pink color, this smells stalky and lacks the aromatic freshness one seeks in rosé. The mouthfeel is reasonably lively and grabby, with briny, pickled citrus flavors in front of a briny tasting finish.",Vivanco Tempranillo-Garnacha,13,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Dinastía Vivanco 2011 Vivanco Tempranillo-Garnacha Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dinastia-vivanco-2011-vivanco-tempranillo-garnacha-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2011,Dinastía Vivanco 12.8,Red,US,"This pale, watery wine is herbal and sour. It seems barely ripe, with accents of pine needle and very tart, light fruit.",Rumba,19,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cubanisimo Vineyards 2010 Rumba Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cubanisimo-2010-rumba-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Cubanisimo Vineyards 13.2,Red,US,"A spritzy wine, with strongly herbal flavors. There isn't much in the way of fruit, just stems and herbs and chalky tannins.",Estate Grown,10,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),StoneCap 2011 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonecap-2011-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,StoneCap 13,Red,Chile,"Gritty, herbal aromas of generic berry don't exactly draw you in. The palate on this rudimentary Cab is rather weak in structure, with herbal, slightly salty flavors of dry, generic berry fruits.",,10,83,Curicó Valley,,,San Nicolas 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-nicolas-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,San Nicolas 12.5,White,Chile,"Somewhere between neutral and bland is where this wine's bouquet resides. The palate is plump feeling but stagnant, with chunky apple and pithy citrus flavors. Bitterness comes up on the finish, which is pithy as a whole.",,13,83,Central Valley,,,Maniña 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manina-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Maniña 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"This opens with vanilla and sweet, powdery aromas. In the mouth, it's bubbly and foamy, with a mix of pickled citrus and dry apple flavors. The finish is crisp and dry like a soda cracker.",Brut,15,83,Catalonia,Cava,,Tarantas 2011 Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarantas-2011-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2011,Tarantas 8,Red,Italy,"A touch of bitter fruit and dried apple skin emerges from the bouquet at first and is followed by dark mocha and jammy blackberry fruit. The wine is sweet, chewy and rich in the mouth.",Dolce Rosso,7,83,Central Italy,Lambrusco dell'Emilia,,Sei Amici NV Dolce Rosso (Lambrusco dell'Emilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sei-amici-nv-dolce-rosso-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-dellemilia/,Lambrusco,,Sei Amici 13.2,Sparkling,US,"The orange, vanilla and cream flavors are tasty, but the texture is scoury and harsh in the mouth, with rough bubbles that cut with acidity.",Blanc de Blancs,30,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pope Valley Winery 2010 Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pope-valley-winery-2010-blanc-blancs-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2010,Pope Valley Winery 11.8,White,US,"Almost clear in color, this is an overtly floral Chardonnay that also displays notes of pear and ale that make it seem not entirely finished.",,18,83,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Wy'East Vineyards 2012 Chardonnay (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyeast-2012-chardonnay-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Chardonnay,2012,Wy'East Vineyards 12,White,Italy,"Easy, thin and bright, this is a straightforward Pinot Grigio that makes for a totally informal, no-fuss drinking experience. It feels watery and thin in the mouth with mild tones of grapefruit and melon on the close.",,12,83,,Delle Venezie,,Antica Corte 2011 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-corte-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Antica Corte 13,Red,Chile,"For a big, simple style of Pinot Noir, this gets the job done. It's dark and mulled on the nose, with boistrous plum and cherry flavors that darken up and turn peppery on the finish. This emphasizes freshness and size more than finesse.",Beach Kite,8,83,Curicó Valley,,,Alto Roble 2011 Beach Kite Pinot Noir (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alto-roble-2011-beach-kite-pinot-noir-curico-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Alto Roble 14,Red,France,"A stalky wine, its black currant fruit flavors covered with smoky wood and tough tannins. For a wine in a branded Bordeaux range, it's remarkably firm and hard to access.",,,83,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Grands Terroirs de France 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grands-terroirs-france-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Grands Terroirs de France 8.5,White,Italy,"At the peak of the Moscato trend sweeping the United States, Ecco Domani offers this fun, sweet white wine (with moderate but soft effervescence) that shows endnotes of golden delicious apple, peach and white flower. Serve it as an appetizer wine.",,12,83,,Delle Venezie,,Ecco Domani 2011 Moscato (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ecco-domani-2011-muscat-moscato-delle-venezie/,Moscato,2011,Ecco Domani 12,Red,Italy,"Rondineto is a sharp and thorny wine with strange aromas of pickled fruit, green olive or caper. The mouthfeel is thin and crisp.",Rondineto,12,83,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Fattoria Giuseppe Savini 2011 Rondineto (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-giuseppe-savini-2011-rondineto-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2011,Fattoria Giuseppe Savini 13,Red,Spain,"This wine is about as raisiny as it gets while still holding onto a sense of balance. Aromas of stewed berry fruits, prune and carob lead to a grabby, lemony tasting palate with raisin, vanilla and sweet tobacco on the finish.",Don Jacobo Reserva,23,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Corral 2004 Don Jacobo Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-corral-2004-don-jacobo-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2004,Bodegas Corral 12,White,Italy,This very informal boxed wine from Northern Italy shows a quality of fruit that spans from exotic papaya and mango to slightly oxidized tones of butterscotch candy and pineapple. It drinks easily enough.,Volére,15,83,,Delle Venezie,,Cantina di Soave 2011 Volére Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2011-volere-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Cantina di Soave 13.6,White,US,"This simple wine tastes overly oaked, with woody notes overwhelming diluted citrus, tropical fruit and lees flavors. The acidity is great.",,24,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Stemmler 2011 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stemmler-2011-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Stemmler 14,White,Spain,"The nose on this Grenache Blanc is oily smelling and blowsy. In the mouth, it's fairly tangy and angular, with fresh acids and briny, pickled flavors of lime and orange. Cornichon-like flavors and wiry acidity control the finish.",La Miranda de Secastilla,15,84,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Viñas del Vero 2010 La Miranda de Secastilla Garnacha Blanca (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-vero-2010-miranda-de-secastilla-spanish-white-garnacha-blanca-somontano/,Garnacha Blanca,2010,Viñas del Vero 12.5,Red,Italy,Nobilvite (Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon) offers slightly disjointed aromas of black fruit and prune backed by green olive and caper. There's a touch of sourness on the otherwise short finish.,Nobilvite,10,84,Central Italy,Circeo,,Villa Gianna 2011 Nobilvite (Circeo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-gianna-2011-nobilvite-red-circeo/,Red Blend,2011,Villa Gianna 12,White,Italy,"Trebbiano, Malvasia and a tiny percent of Chardonnay are blended to produce a sticky, slightly soft wine with lush tones of peachy fruit, cantaloupe and honey.",Nobilvite,10,84,Central Italy,Circeo,,Villa Gianna 2011 Nobilvite (Circeo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-gianna-2011-nobilvite-white-circeo/,White Blend,2011,Villa Gianna 14,Red,Chile,"Herbal aromas teeter on herbaceous, with bell pepper, rosemary and thyme scents running on top of raspberry and rhubarb. This is full bodied and a bit oaky tasting, with campfire, herbal berry and roasted flavors. A hot finish with bacon, mint and toast is the close.",Reserve,12,84,Maipo Valley,,,Tres Palacios 2011 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-palacios-2011-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Tres Palacios 12.8,White,US,"Thin and sour, this offers little enjoyment. Lemon juice flavors lack flesh and substance. Best for shellfish or perhaps a mussel stew.",,18,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Torii Mor 2011 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,Torii Mor 13.5,Red,France,"Firmly tannic wine with blackberry fruits and a woody, stalky character. The hard-edged and spicy fruit is on the green side.",Cuvée de l'Aubigue,16,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine les Fouques 2010 Cuvée de l'Aubigue Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fouques-2010-cuvee-laubigue-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine les Fouques 13.5,Rose,France,"There is a vivid pink color on this caramel and ripe fruit-flavored wine. It has weight, probably too much, losing the freshness and acidity. Vanilla and super-ripe strawberries dominate.",La Rosée de Ramage,,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Rosé,,Château Ramage la Batisse 2012 La Rosée de Ramage Red (Bordeaux Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ramage-batisse-2012-rosee-red-rose/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Ramage la Batisse 12.5,White,France,"Lightly crisp and herbaceous, this is an attractively youthful and fruity wine. Lemon and crisp pear flavors dominate. Bright and aromatic, it's ready to drink.",Les Hauts de Lagarde,13,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château de Lagarde 2012 Les Hauts de Lagarde (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagarde-2012-hauts-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château de Lagarde 12,White,France,"Still very young, this is a crisply fresh wine, all lemon zest and apple skin flavors. There is a young, green element here that needs to soften over the next few months. Screwcap.",,12,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château d'Haurets 2012 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dhaurets-2012-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château d'Haurets 12,Red,Italy,Thin cherry and easy fruit segue to slightly herbal tones of rosemary and sage. This low key Sangiovese would wash down nicely with a plate of grilled sausage.,,10,84,Central Italy,Marche,,Canti NV Sangiovese (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canti-nv-sangiovese-marche/,Sangiovese,,Canti 13.5,White,US,"A Chardonnay at a decent price for what you get. It's sweet and creamy, with buttered toast, pineapple and peach fruit flavors that are accented with brisk acidity.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bridlewood 2011 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Bridlewood 13,White,US,"Chardonnays of this caliber are very price-sensitive, but for $10 or less, this is a good value. It's like a photocopy of a truly rich Chardonnay, but all the parts are there, making this Chard good for everyday drinking.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Grove Ridge 2011 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-ridge-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Grove Ridge 12.5,Red,US,"Spicy with a layering of pepper this Lodi Petite Sirah, clocking in at only 12.5% abv, is Syrah-like in aroma and flavor, but fully Petite in its very dry tannins.",,11,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Harlow Ridge 2011 Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harlow-ridge-2011-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2011,Harlow Ridge 13.5,White,France,"While there is an herbaceous element in this wine, it is more to do with ripe berry fruits. It has a tangy orange-zest character that is bright and fruity, along with the black-currant flavors that give the wine some good intensity.",La Crêle,20,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Thomas & Fils 2011 La Crêle (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-thomas-fils-2011-crele-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Domaine Thomas & Fils 14.5,Red,Chile,"Until now I've found this winery's offerings to be underwhelming, but this small-production blend is a surprising winner. Hard spice, juniper, olive and compact berry aromas lead to a lifted palate with bright plum, berry, pepper and spice flavors. On the finish, it's stacked with juicy acidity and herbal berry leftovers. 200 cases made.",Unfiltered Rapsodia,40,90,Casablanca Valley,,,Loma Larga 2009 Unfiltered Rapsodia Red (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loma-larga-2009-unfiltered-rapsodia-casablanca-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Loma Larga 14.8,Red,US,"There's a superb structure to this Syrah-Viognier blend. It's rich in tannins and acids that provide a framework to the dry, rich black cherry, currant, licorice and sandalwood flavors. Gains depth as it breathes in the glass. Drink now–2015.",Côte Blonde,40,90,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Westerly 2010 Côte Blonde Syrah (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westerly-2010-cote-blonde-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Syrah,2010,Westerly 14.5,Red,US,"Shows its California origins in very ripe, lush and soft flavors of raspberries and cherries, creamy chocolate frosting and red currants. Plenty of oak adds wood spice and toast. A big, generous wine, flashy and incredibly rich, if lacking a bit in subtlety. Drink soon.",Estate Grown,72,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Donum 2010 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donum-2010-estate-grown-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Donum 14,White,Italy,"This Friulano is characterized by special qualities that include smoothness, roundness and bright fruit aromas. Stone fruit and Golden Delicious apple give way to generous richness and a silky close. Steamed shellfish, seafood pasta or white meat could work nicely here.",Col Livius,18,90,,Friuli Colli Orientali,,La Tunella 2011 Col Livius Friulano (Friuli Colli Orientali),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tunella-2011-col-livius-italian-white-friulano-friuli-colli-orientali/,Friulano,2011,La Tunella 12,White,US,"The best Kings Ridge Riesling since the 2007, this is a lickable, lipsmacking, sweet-tart bottle of lemon-lime fruits with a perfect blend of sugar and acid. It captures the refined elegance of the best Willamette Valley Rieslings, and the crisp minerality underscores the mouthwatering fruit.",,13,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Kings Ridge 2011 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kings-ridge-2011-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2011,Kings Ridge 14,White,US,"Sommeliers will appreciate this Chardonnay for its dryness and elegance, not to mention the price. It favors restraint over flamboyance, yet offers plenty of rich tropical and citrus fruits, with hints of honey and minerals. The alcohol is refreshingly balanced.",,26,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Bump 2011 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bump-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Bump 14.5,Red,US,"A finely crafted, complex Cabernet that shows classic Napa construction. The tannins are very fine and the acidity balancing, while the flavors are rich in black currants, minerals and cedar. Drink now–2017.",,60,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,ZD 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zd-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,ZD 13,White,Italy,"If you are a fan of Pinot Bianco, a white wine with a smooth and rich mouthfeel, Eichhorn makes a great choice from Italy. The variety offers mild aromas of peach and melon, but the natural richness of the wine's texture makes it perfect for sophisticated creamy fish dishes like baccalà.",Eichhorn,32,89,,Alto Adige,,Manincor 2011 Eichhorn Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manincor-2011-eichhorn-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2011,Manincor 14,White,Argentina,"Musky lime aromas and tropical perfume notes steal the bouquet. The palate is full, driving and demanding, with sheer acids and crisp flavors of lemon and passion fruit. A touch of sweet mango and offsetting bitterness work the finish. Drink this intense Torrontés as soon as possible.",Don David Finca la Primavera #3,25,89,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2012 Don David Finca la Primavera #3 Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2012-don-david-finca-primavera-3-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2012,Michel Torino 12.3,White,US,"The spritz on this Chenin Blanc gives this wine a sparkling appeal. The flavors of citrus fruits, green peas and vanilla are lovely.",,15,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Roark Wine Co. 2011 Chenin Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roark-wine-co-2011-chenin-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Roark Wine Co. 13.9,White,US,"This is a big, brawny Chardonnay, thick in buttercream, honey, buttered toast and vanilla tones overlaying ripe, grilled tropical fruits and spices. Not for the faint of heart, but earns a good score through sheer power. You could even drink this with a grilled steak.",Home Ranch,26,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Sbragia 2011 Home Ranch Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sbragia-2011-home-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Sbragia 15.9,Red,US,"So high in alcohol, it's almost like a Port, with heady, tannic flavors of blackberries, black currants, dark chocolate and sweet oak. You can drink it now with barbecue, but it should age the next 10 years with ease.",La Promessa,34,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Sbragia 2010 La Promessa Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sbragia-2010-promessa-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Sbragia 14.9,Red,US,"The name refers to the blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The wine is frankly delicious. It's dry and balanced, with firm tannins framing black and red currant flavors that are deep and long in the finish.",Party of Four,59,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,HammerSky 2009 Party of Four Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hammersky-2009-party-four-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,HammerSky 14,Red,Chile,"This is dark in color, with full plum, berry, leather and mild chocolate aromas. Tobiano delivers a medium-to-full body, with ample stuffing and flavors of dark plum, oak and spice. This shows a smooth finish, controlled oak and good body weight. Drink now–2015.",Tobiano,20,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Kingston Family 2011 Tobiano Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kingston-family-2011-tobiano-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Kingston Family ,Red,US,"Lots of lusciousiness in this dry, tart young Pinot Noir. With its citrusy acidity, it tastes of sour cherries, pomegranates and cranberries, a wine to get the mouth watering. Lamb chops are an obvious antidote, but a fine rare steak willl do just fine.",Appian Way Vineyards,45,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Jewell 2010 Appian Way Vineyards Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-jewell-2010-appian-way-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Joseph Jewell 14.2,White,US,"Tremendous California richness in this Chardonnay. You can taste the sun in the ripe tropical fruit and peach flavors that are so pure and sweet tasting. Yet the acidity is brisk, and the finish is dry. Don't drink this complex wine too cold.",,35,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Westerly 2010 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westerly-2010-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Westerly 14,White,Italy,"Orange peel, fresh flowers, honeysuckle, lemon curd and a touch of creamy vanilla or cinnamon opens the opulent bouquet of this Reserve Gewürztraminer. The wine is soft and creamy with enough sweetness to pair with a thick slice of pâté de campagne.",Reserve,25,89,,Alto Adige,,Peter Zemmer 2010 Reserve Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-zemmer-2010-reserve-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Peter Zemmer 12.5,White,France,"This is a full, ripe wine that's rounded and rich on the palate. With ripe yellow fruit and tangerine flavors, it's tropical in style, although there is a tangy lemon edge to it to keep it crisp and herbaceous.",Anciennes Vignes,22,89,Loire Valley,Menetou-Salon,,Patient Cottat 2009 Anciennes Vignes (Menetou-Salon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patient-cottat-2009-anciennes-vignes-sauvignon-blanc-menetou-salon/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Patient Cottat 14.1,Red,US,"Half Grenache, 40% Syrah and the rest Mourvèdre, all sourced from vineyards in the Royal Slope region. Exceptionally fragrant, with appealing plummy, juicy blueberry and cherry fruit. A hint of leather does not detract, though it seems to toughen up the tannins with a touch of bitterness in the finish.",Una Notte,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2009 Una Notte Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2009-una-notte-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,:Nota Bene 14.1,Red,US,"Lots to like in this dry, smoothly tannic Pinot. It has complex berry, cola, pomegranate and spice flavors, and feels elegant and serious. Should offer good drinking over the next six years.",Rockin H Ranch Vineyards,35,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Gauthier 2010 Rockin H Ranch Vineyards Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gauthier-2010-rockin-h-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Gauthier 13.5,Red,France,"Ripe, full-bodied and smoky, this is packed with blackberry juiciness. Its structured tannins form a powerful backing to this full and rich character, giving flavors of wood aging, richness and a firm, dry finish. For aging over 3–4 years, while drinkable sooner.",La Baronnie Madeleine,20,89,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Couly-Dutheil 2010 La Baronnie Madeleine (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couly-dutheil-2010-la-baronnie-madeleine-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Couly-Dutheil 14.5,White,France,"An extraordinarily rich wine, wood aged with intense acidity and toast flavors that seem to mask the Chenin Blanc fruit. That said, the wine has its own, ripe, full style with just a touch of peach and only light acidity. Keep for another year or two.",Les Fresnettes,25,89,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Château de Targé 2009 Les Fresnettes (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-targe-2009-fresnettes-chenin-blanc-saumur/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Château de Targé 14.5,White,US,"From the winery's Pritchard Hill estate, where it may be a little too warm for Chardonnay. This is a good wine, if a little soft, with herb, citrus, tropical fruit and oak flavors. Ready to drink now.",,35,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 2011 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-2011-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Chappellet 14.9,Red,US,"Cedarville continues to make stellar, fairly priced estate grown wines, with this Grenache a prime example of the property's ability to nurture spicy, broad shouldered reds. Concentrated and intense, with dark fruit and a savory profile, the oak is prominent but defined. The oak is present, but should fall back with age.",Estate,25,89,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Cedarville 2010 Estate Grenache (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedarville-vineyard-2010-estate-grenache-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Grenache,2010,Cedarville 14.5,Red,Spain,"This dark, ripe and modern Syrah features wild berry, leather and cheesy smelling oak on the bouquet. It's plump and grabby, with plenty of oak and raw tannin to support black-fruit, vanilla and spice flavors. Oak dominates the finish, which has good density, weight and length.",,29,89,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Clunia 2010 Syrah (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clunia-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Syrah,2010,Clunia 14.1,White,US,"Easy to like this wine for its rich lemon meringue pie, butterscotch, vanilla and toast flavors. It's good, tasty and satisfying in the Chardonnay way, at a fair price.",Reserve,20,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Buehler 2011 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buehler-2011-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Buehler 14.9,White,US,"This is a big, strong, flashy Chardonnay, with punchy orange, lime and apricot flavors. Oak barrels add richer notes of buttered toast and vanilla. Offering its best now, so drink up.",Nielson Vineyard,40,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Bonaccorsi 2010 Nielson Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonaccorsi-2010-nielson-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Bonaccorsi 14.1,Red,US,"A big, bold, tannic Zinfandel, the kind that needs richly sauced barbecued and roasted meats to tame it into submission. It's peppery, with brooding black currant, licorice and teriyaki beef flavors.",Beauregard Ranch,45,89,California,Central Coast,Ben Lomond Mountain,Beauregard 2010 Beauregard Ranch Zinfandel (Ben Lomond Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beauregard-2010-ranch-zinfandel-central-coast-ben-lomond-mountain/,Zinfandel,2010,Beauregard 12.3,Red,US,"The 2011 Nysa keeps the alcohol low at just 12.3%, with pretty flavors accented with rose petals and milk chocolate. It's a balanced, elegant wine, round and open, perfect for near-term drinking.",Nysa Vineyard,60,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Ken Wright 2011 Nysa Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2011-nysa-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Ken Wright 14.5,Red,US,"Light in color and texture, with faint mushroom and earth tones and wispy swirls of cherry, this Pinot is silky with perceptible acidity and a finish of spicy mint. It's structured enough in body to pair beautifully with a range of food.",Perli Vineyard,44,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Cartograph 2010 Perli Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartograph-2010-perli-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2010,Cartograph 13.5,Red,US,"This Paso producer went north to find old-vine Carignan, a totally worthwhile effort with the wine showing aromas of hugely ripe strawberry and watermelon Jolly Rancher, the tannins smooth and dusty. An easy drinking wine, a hint of Pastis lingers at the end.",Old Vines Colombini Vineyard,30,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Ranchero Cellars 2010 Old Vines Colombini Vineyard Carignan (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ranchero-cellars-2010-old-vines-colombini-vineyard-carignan-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Carignan,2010,Ranchero Cellars 12.4,White,US,"There's a firm, clean minerality to this Chardonnay, like a lick of cold granite, that shines through the citrus and tropical fruit flavors. A touch of oak brings buttered toast. It's an elegant, food-friendly wine at a price that won't break the bank.",Estate Grown,27,89,California,Central Coast,Ben Lomond Mountain,Beauregard 2011 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Ben Lomond Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beauregard-2011-estate-grown-chardonnay-central-coast-ben-lomond-mountain/,Chardonnay,2011,Beauregard 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A tight wine with notes of almond and green fruit that add tension to the structure. The acidity is dominant in this complex, textured wine. It could age beautifully over the next 2–3 years.",Saphir Brut Vintage,15,89,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Bouvet-Ladubay 2010 Saphir Brut Vintage (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouvet-ladubay-2010-saphir-brut-vintage-white-blend-chenin-blanc-chardonnay-saumur/,Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay,2010,Bouvet-Ladubay 13,White,Italy,"Creamy herbaceous citrus notes open the bouquet of this lovely Sauvignon. The intensity of the aromas is impressive, and there's no questioning the absolute purity of the varietal characteristics. Dried grass, lemon mousse, tomato leaf and even a touch of spicy cinnamon make an appearance.",,27,89,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,Pojer & Sandri 2010 Sauvignon (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pojer-sandri-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,Sauvignon,2010,Pojer & Sandri 13.5,Rose,US,"Amador Foothill Winery's most consistently delicious wine. Made from Sangiovese, it smells sweetly floral and minty and is very inviting, structured with a sly touch of spice on the finish. Very good on its own, it'll also pair very well with shellfish or cheese, and is the perfect companion to a picnic.",Rosato of Sangiovese,14,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Amador Foothill Winery 2012 Rosato of Sangiovese Rosé (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2012-rosato-sangiovese-rose-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Rosé,2012,Amador Foothill Winery 13,White,Italy,"This Chardonnay-based wine (with tiny elements of Viognier and Sauvignon for extra aromatic intensity) opens with pretty golden color and ripe aromas of peach, exotic fruit and dried mineral. There's a soft touch of almond butter or creamy lemon curd as well and the wine is extra smooth and dense on the finish.",Sophie,32,89,,Alto Adige,,Manincor 2011 Sophie Chardonnay (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manincor-2011-sophie-chardonnay-alto-adige/,Chardonnay,2011,Manincor 13.5,White,Italy,"Col de Bliss is a beautiful and clean expression of a little-known white grape from northern Italy called Ribolla Gialla. The folks at La Tunella have crafted an especially bright and luscious wine with aromas of stone fruit, lemon mousse and tangy citrus. The wine feels smooth and rich in the mouth.",Col de Bliss,18,89,,Friuli Colli Orientali,,La Tunella 2011 Col de Bliss Ribolla Gialla (Friuli Colli Orientali),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tunella-2011-col-bliss-italian-white-ribolla-gialla-friuli-colli-orientali/,Ribolla Gialla,2011,La Tunella 12.5,White,France,"An attractive fruity wine with crisp citrus, ripe apple and a fine line of minerality. It is still young and could mature nicely over the next three years, but it's fruitiness makes it pleasant to drink now too.",,22,89,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Roger et Didier Raimbault 2011 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-didier-raimbault-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Roger et Didier Raimbault 13,White,France,"This is a soft and rounded wine that's ripe with apricot and pear flavors. Intense acidity highlights the concentration and richness on the paate, and there's a mountain coolness in the aftertaste.",,,89,France Other,Arbois,,Rijckaert 2010 Chardonnay (Arbois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rijckaert-2010-chardonnay-arbois/,Chardonnay,2010,Rijckaert 15,Red,Spain,"The bouquet on this Garnacha is mildly raisiny, with cola, mint and medicinal accents. The palate has a juicy, forward feel, while the flavors trend more towards dense, sweet plum and berry, with a pinch of lemony oak. It finishes with medium intensity and rewarding, ripe flavors.",Premium,25,89,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Quo 2010 Premium Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quo-2010-premium-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2010,Quo 15,Red,US,"This is a big, mouth-filling Merlot, full-bodied and dry. It's stuffed with black cherry, red currant, licorice and spice flavors that change with every sip.",Estate Grown,35,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Villicana 2010 Estate Grown Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villicana-2010-estate-grown-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2010,Villicana 14.5,Red,US,"As ripe as Donum's regular 2010 Russian River Pinot is, this reserve is even richer. It's certainly impressive for sheer power, but is too much of a good thing, flooding the mouth with so much soft, ripe, oaky raspberry and cherry flamboyance as to lose subtlety.",Reserve Estate Grown,90,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Donum 2010 Reserve Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donum-2010-reserve-estate-grown-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Donum 13.5,Red,Spain,"This is a surprisingly good blend of Bobal, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah that's earthy on the nose, with hints of tobacco, raisin and stewed plum. The wine is full bodied and delivers ripe plum and vanilla flavors in front of a spongy feeling, warm finish. Drink now.",Reserva,16,89,Levante,Utiel-Requena,,Dominio de la Vega 2005 Reserva Red (Utiel-Requena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-vega-2005-reserva-red-utiel-requena/,Red Blend,2005,Dominio de la Vega 13,Red,France,"Fruity wine, wild strawberry flavors that are cut through with juicy acidity. Touches of wood support the soft, ripe tannins of this structured, generous wine. Age for 3–4 years.",Maxime Vieilles Vignes sur Silex,42,89,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Vincent Delaporte 2010 Maxime Vieilles Vignes sur Silex (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-delaporte-2010-maxime-vieilles-vignes-sur-silex-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Vincent Delaporte 14,Red,Chile,"This is quite solid, with creamy oak, herb, spice and leather aromas. It's grabby and round on the palate, which is generous in its herbal-yet-floral plum and berry flavors. A fair amount of chocolaty oak and spice cover the long, chewy finish. Drink now–2016.",Single Vineyard Max Reserva,20,89,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2010 Single Vineyard Max Reserva Syrah (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2010-single-vineyard-max-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-aconcagua-valley/,Syrah,2010,Errazuriz 14.5,Red,Spain,"This almost see-through blend of Grenache and the native Morenillo grape is a throwback wine with dry cherry and plum aromas, a fresh and racy palate, and mild but attractive raspberry, plum and vanilla flavors. It's all about freshness and elegance, with a lightness of being. Drink now.",El Templari,25,89,Catalonia,Terra Alta,,Celler Bàrbara Forés 2008 El Templari Red (Terra Alta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/celler-barbara-fores-2008-el-templari-red-terra-alta/,Red Blend,2008,Celler Bàrbara Forés 14.5,White,US,"There's a fresh taste of green herbs to the 2010 “1772” that must be the result of the unusually cool vintage. It's by no means unwelcome, giving a minty, peppery tang to the green apple, tangerine and lime fruit. Drink now.",1772,44,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2010 1772 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2010-1772-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Tolosa 15.1,Red,US,"A smoothly tannic Syrah, lovely for its balanced elegance. With blackberry, currant, licorice, spice and smoked meat flavors, it's rich, yet restrained, making it a perfect accompaniment for steaks, chops, game, barbecue, or even Chinese beef dishes.",Steinbeck Vineyard,26,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2011 Steinbeck Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2011-steinbeck-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2011,Eberle 15.1,White,US,"Eberle has a consistent history with this bottling, always offering a refreshingly crisp, flavorful Viognier of great drinkability. This 2011 is their best in several years, with tropical fruit and white-flower flavors leading to a honeyed finish.",Mill Road Vineyard,23,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2011 Mill Road Vineyard Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2011-mill-road-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2011,Eberle 13,Red,France,"Sweet, ripe blackberry fruits dominate this delicious wine. It is perfumed, the tannins already comfortably melded into the texture. It has a fine edge of acidity, shaping it well for food.",L'Abbaye,,89,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Domaine l'Ancienne Cure 2010 L'Abbaye Red (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lancienne-cure-2010-labbaye-red-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine l'Ancienne Cure 14.5,Red,US,"Still quite closed, this wine has a wealth of French oak toast and spices alongside dark berries. It's silky and restrained but with great depth of flavors and intensity.",,36,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Bunnell 2008 Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2008,Bunnell 14.4,Red,US,"True of most varietal Petit Verdots, the dark floral, plum, peat, and cherry aromas are light but the palate is weighty and dense with a voluminous mouthfeel and firm tannins that finish just a touch dry.",Little Big Man Estate Grown Petit Verdot Destiny Ridge Vineyard,43,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Alexandria Nicole 2010 Little Big Man Estate Grown Petit Verdot Destiny Ridge Vineyard Petit Verdot (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2010-little-big-man-estate-grown-petit-verdot-destiny-ridge-vineyard-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Petit Verdot,2010,Alexandria Nicole 13.5,White,France,"A tiny vineyard of less than half an acre produces this aromatic wine, its pear and citrus flavors cutting through the smooth texture. The wine has some weight while also showing a great freshness. It will be better in a year's time.",,19,89,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château K 2011 White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-k-2011-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château K 13.9,Red,US,"The Amador Zin specialist is offering its first ever Grenache here, a tremendous debut, super light in color and texture, lightly rendered to show off its layers of delicate violet and raspberry amid a meatier backbone of lurking anise and herbs. With 9% Mourvedre and 5% Syrah, this is a light red worth seeking out.",Estate Bottled,20,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2011 Estate Bottled Grenache (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2011-estate-bottled-grenache-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Grenache,2011,Amador Foothill Winery 13.6,Red,US,"The 2010 vintage brings a substantial boost in price for the Alchemist Pinot, along with a significant drop in alcohol. It still represents good value, with plenty of grip and depth. The strawberry fruit is entwined with an herbal note that suggests thistle, both in good proportion. An interesting bottle.",,25,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Alchemist 2010 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alchemist-2010-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Alchemist 12,White,France,"This is a light, citrus-fruit dominated wine. It has attractive fruitiness, tang and zest, and its acidity is crisp and refreshing. Apples and green fruits add a little richness at the end. Screwcap.",Vieilles Vignes Sur Lie,16,89,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Château de la Ragotiere 2011 Vieilles Vignes Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ragotiere-2011-vieilles-vignes-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2011,Château de la Ragotiere 12,Dessert,France,"A crisp and lightly sweet wine, this is a bright fruity interpretation of Chenin Blanc in the small Aubance appellation. There is a honeyed character that is balanced by crisp acidity and peach fruits. Age for 4–5 years.",Clos de la Division,25,89,Loire Valley,Coteaux de l'Aubance,,Château la Varière 2011 Clos de la Division Chenin Blanc (Coteaux de l'Aubance),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-variere-2011-clos-division-chenin-blanc-coteaux-laubance/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Château la Varière 13.5,White,US,"No oak on this rich Chardonnay, just pure fruit grown in the cool climate of the Central Coast. The wine is brilliant in acidity, which gives a shine to the burst of tropical fruit, peach and vanilla flavors.",Stainless,18,89,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Chamisal Vineyards 2012 Stainless Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chamisal-2012-stainless-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2012,Chamisal Vineyards 14.3,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend is based on Cabernet Sauvignon. It's a big wine, full-bodied and very dry, with a long, spicy finish. Certainly packs a lot of flavor, with tons of blackberry jam, cassis and raisins. Has the inherent balance to age for a little while, so give it until 2015, but not much longer.",Chemin Path,50,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bon Niche 2010 Chemin Path Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bon-niche-2010-chemin-path-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Bon Niche 14.3,Red,US,"A very unique offering of Malbec from Northridge Vineyard with notes of sassafras, black cherry, and spice. It's sappy and succulent with sweet fruit flavors and soft, velvety tannins. You might never guess it's Malbec but who cares?",BDX Northridge Vineyard,34,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Bunnell 2009 BDX Northridge Vineyard Malbec (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2009-bdx-northridge-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Malbec,2009,Bunnell 14.1,Red,US,"Syrah, Petite Sirah and Mourvèdre are combined here, and this fresh and appealing wine nicely balances all three. The Syrah is center stage with purple fruits and a splash of espresso, while the other grapes add some stiffness to the tannins and a delicately earthy bass note.",vif,34,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bunnell 2008 vif Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2008-vif-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Bunnell 12.5,Red,France,"Sixty-year-old vines give concentration and richness to a wine that also has a light step. Plum, dark chocolate and some wood come together in a wine that has ripe fruit and a still-youthful structure.",Concerto Vieilles Vignes,30,89,Loire Valley,Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil,,Vignoble de la Jarnoterie 2009 Concerto Vieilles Vignes (Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignoble-jarnoterie-2009-concerto-vieilles-vignes-cabernet-franc-saint-nicolas-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Vignoble de la Jarnoterie 14.5,White,US,"Made in the popular style, with rich, ripe tropical and citrus fruit flavors, and buttered toast from oak barrels. The acidity is fine, helping the wine finish clean and dry. Drink up.",Director's Cut,21,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Francis Ford Coppola 2011 Director's Cut Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2011-directors-cut-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Francis Ford Coppola 14,Red,US,"Silky and elegant, this lovely Pinot is dry and crisp with acidity. It boasts succulent flavors of cherries, persimmons and cola, and finishes with a touch of sweet, toasty oak.",Russian River Selection,42,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2010 Russian River Selection Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2010-russian-river-selection-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Gary Farrell 14,White,Chile,"This is intense Sauvignon Blanc with pungent aromas of nettle, snap pea, bell pepper, gooseberry and passion fruit. The palate is typically fresh and precise, with zesty passion fruit, lime and pithy bitterness for flavors. The finish is crisp and echoes with a mix of tropical and cool-climate flavors.",EQ Coastal,20,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Matetic 2012 EQ Coastal Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2012-eq-coastal-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Matetic 13.7,Red,US,"Sophisticated winemaking is evident here. The blending is well done, and the mix of raspberry, cherry and plum fruits reflects the Cabernet, Merlot, Cab Franc and Petit Verdot components. Half the barrels were French, half American oak. A little more punch in the finish would elevate the score.",,34,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mosquito Fleet 2010 Meritage (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosquito-fleet-2010-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-columbia-valley-wa/,Meritage,2010,Mosquito Fleet 15,Red,Spain,"This is a lusty wine with some rusticity and herbal character. The nose brings oaky spice aromas along with lemon, raspberry and coffee grinds. It feels a bit raw and hard on the tongue, where herbal, reedy flavors of baked berry and BBQ hold court. Savory and roasty on the finish. Drink now–2017.",Reserva,30,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Recorba 2006 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recorba-2006-reserva-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Recorba 14.7,Red,US,"This blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre is hotter and more alcoholic than most Rhône wines, after which it models itself. But the heat is balanced by rich raspberries, cherries, red currants and prosicutto-wrapped dates, and the sunshiney ripeness is pure Dry Creek. Wonderful now with savory appetizers for getting the evening started.",Elusive,32,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2010 Elusive G-S-M (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2010-elusive-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,G-S-M,2010,Quivira 14,Red,Spain,"This is violet in color, with blueberry aromas as well as notes of juniper and pine. It has a smooth mouthfeel, more than adequate weight and power, and dominant but fresh black-fruit flavors that turn syrupy as the wine breathes. Overall, it's very flavorful but jammy. Drink now–2015.",Centenaria,21,89,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Coto de Hayas 2011 Centenaria Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-hayas-2011-centenaria-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2011,Coto de Hayas 12.5,White,France,"This is a dusty, white-currant and green-plum flavored wine. It has youthful richness to go with its open texture. The acidity brings out a refreshing, bright aftertaste.",Enclos de Maimbray,,89,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Roblin 2011 Enclos de Maimbray (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roblin-2011-enclos-maimbray-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Domaine Roblin 14.3,White,US,"A fine blend, showing bright acidity and classic citrus and tropical fruit flavors, with a firm minerality. Oak brings a sweet edge of buttered toast and vanilla. Drink now.",,25,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Bjornstad 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bjornstad-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-county-168988/,Chardonnay,2009,Bjornstad 14.8,Red,US,"As rich as a dessert pastry, with raspberry and cherry-pie filling, milk chocolate, toasty pie crust, baking spice and brown sugar flavors. Fortunately, firm tannins and brisk acidity provide needed balance.",Kashmir,38,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Barton 2010 Kashmir Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-2010-kashmir-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2010,Barton 13.7,Red,US,"Here is a nicely balanced Yakima Valley Cab Franc, with juicy berry fruit flavors amplified with notes of maple syrup, molasses and espresso. The mid-palate concentration suggests that it has a good 8–10 years of life ahead, and should improve over most of that time.",Copeland Vineyard Reserve,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Two Mountain 2009 Copeland Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-mountain-2009-copeland-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Two Mountain 14.5,Red,US,"Savory, mouth-filling and entirely approachable, this is Terre Rouge's most accessible, ready-to-go wine. A blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre that is entirely satisfying and a screamingly fair value. With leathery espresso and game flavors with a streak of licorice on the finish.",Tête-à-Tête,18,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2010 Tête-à-Tête G-S-M (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2010-tete-a-tete-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-sierra-foothills/,G-S-M,2010,Terre Rouge 13.5,Red,Spain,"The berry aromas on this Tempranillo are expressive and cheerful. The palate is bouncy and entirely pleasant, with layered berry, plum and chocolate flavors. Considering the price and how long and complex it gets on the finish, this is one to look into for everyday drinking.",Crianza,15,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sonsierra 2009 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonsierra-2009-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Sonsierra 14,White,US,"An elegant, balanced Chardonnay, marked by fresh tropical fruit, green apple and herb flavors, touched with sweet, smoky oak and brightened with crisp, lemony acidity. Made in a slightly austere, reserved style, its balanced alcohol will complement a wide array of foods.",Heritage Reserve,35,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 2011 Heritage Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2011-heritage-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Schug 14.7,White,US,"Once again the blend is 50/50 Viognier and Roussanne, but this is a much improved wine from the previous year. It sports bright, sharply-defined citrus and light tropical fruit, with crisp acidity and a touch of minerality. Nice concentration and length.",Liquidity,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Market Vineyards 2011 Liquidity Viognier-Roussanne (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/market-2011-liquidity-rhone-style-white-blend-viognier-roussanne-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier-Roussanne,2011,Market Vineyards 13.5,White,Spain,"With petrol and peach-pit aromas, this is a tight blend of 70% Garnacha Blanca and 30% Macabeo (Viura). The palate is structured and healthy, while the flavors suggest banana, melon and papaya. It finishes crisp, chalky and lush, as if a dusting of powdered sugar were dropped in at the end.",Blanc,15,89,Catalonia,Terra Alta,,Jaspi 2011 Blanc White (Terra Alta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaspi-2011-blanc-white-terra-alta/,White Blend,2011,Jaspi 13.7,White,US,"Larner strikes a good balance at weaving Viognier's exotic side with controlled precision, resulting in a tight, dry and complex wine for drinking now. Acidity and minerality provide fine structure to the citrus, Asian pear and peach flavors.",Estate Grown,28,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Larner 2010 Estate Grown Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larner-2010-estate-grown-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2010,Larner 14.5,Red,Chile,"This is deep and dense smelling, with bold black-fruit aromas combined with cookie dough and sweet oak scents. The mouthfeel is driven by hard, drying tannins, while flavors of herbal berry, roasted plum, animal and savory spices end in a peppery, sauvage type of finish. For a big, aggressive, scratchy wine, this is more than solid.",Reserva Especial,,89,Limarí Valley,,,Maycas del Limari 2009 Reserva Especial Syrah (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maycas-limari-2009-reserva-especial-shiraz-syrah-syrah-limari-valley/,Syrah,2009,Maycas del Limari 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"One sniff and you know this is a chiseled brut nature with minerality, apple and citrus scents. It's elegant and crisp on the palate, with apple, tangerine and lime flavors. Classy and dry from start to finish, with bubbles that are enjoyable. Very good for Cava.",Brut Nature Reserva,19,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Vilarnau 2010 Brut Nature Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vilarnau-2010-brut-nature-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2010,Vilarnau 13.5,White,Australia,"Toasted marshmallow aromas lead the way, underscored by hints of white peach, vanilla and citrus. The palate is broad at first, then progressively narrows into tight, crisp notes of lemon and orange zest on the finish.",Heytesbury,45,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Vasse Felix 2009 Heytesbury Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-felix-2009-heytesbury-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2009,Vasse Felix 12.5,Red,US,"A good, brisk red wine, pert in acidity and complex, showing the possibilities of this fussy grape variety in the new Happy Canyon region. It's delicately silky and tart with sour cherry candy, bacon and spice flavors.",,25,89,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Roark Wine Co. 2011 Cabernet Franc (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roark-wine-co-2011-cabernet-franc-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Roark Wine Co. 14,Red,Chile,"This blend of six grapes is led by Cabernet Sauvignon. On the bouquet, it's dry and dusty, with tobacco, cherry and a hint of raisin. The palate feels a touch baked and/or cooked, while reedy, minty, lightly herbal flavors are offset by cassis and berry. Mild astringency defines the finish.",,42,89,Maipo Valley,,,Pargua 2008 Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pargua-2008-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Pargua 14.5,Red,US,"One of the more interesting Grenaches out there, among a field that has struggled in California. It's dry and crisp in acidity, with a light, silky texture. The flavors veer toward ripe red cherries, red currants and baking spices, with notes of bacon and sandalwood. Drink now.",Harrison Clarke Vineyard,32,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Transcendence 2011 Harrison Clarke Vineyard Grenache (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/transcendence-2011-harrison-clarke-vineyard-grenache-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache,2011,Transcendence 14.5,Red,US,"Tight and scattered right out of the bottle, marked by acidity, fresh fruit, firm tannins and sweet oak. The balance seems to be there for this wine to develop some admirable qualities about 5–6 years down the road.",Arita Hills Vineyard,45,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lafond 2009 Arita Hills Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-2009-arita-hills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lafond 14,Red,Argentina,"The bouquet on this Malbec is just right; it shows integrated aromas of smoke, cola, blackberry, cherry and brown sugar. The palate offers strong acidity, which keeps the wine racy. Black-fruit flavors dry up on the finish, which is a bit acidic. This is very good but lacks complexity.",,28,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pentagon 2011 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pentagon-2011-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Pentagon 12.5,Red,US,"Among all the 2011 single vineyard Pinots from Ken Wright, the Carter was the most difficult to assess. It showed reductive scents and remained stubbornly closed despite all efforts to give it a chance to open. Tight cranberry and cherry fruit peeked through a hard shell.",Carter Vineyard,60,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Ken Wright 2011 Carter Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2011-carter-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Ken Wright 13,Red,France,Wood aging gives a powerfully toasty edge to this wine. It goes with the rich fruit to produce a wine that is full and structured. The combination with the ripe black fruits promises aging ability.,Les Villets,24,89,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Jean Reverdy et Fils 2009 Les Villets (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-reverdy-fils-2009-villets-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2009,Jean Reverdy et Fils 13.3,Red,US,"Ripe, forward flavors of raspberries, cherries and cola mark this Pinot Noir. It's gentle in the mouth and nice and low in alcohol. Seems too soft for aging, so drink over the next 2–3 years with a great steak.",Floodgate Vineyard Rock Hill,55,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Alysian 2010 Floodgate Vineyard Rock Hill Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alysian-2010-floodgate-vineyard-rock-hill-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Alysian 13.8,Red,US,"Toasty oak, cherry candy, softened cola and red licorice flavors combine to make this reserve-style Pinot Noir very rich. It's sweet in fruit and vanilla in the middle palate, yet finishes firmly dry, with a scour of tannins. Feels a bit heavy now, but may be going through an awkward phase. Try aging it until 2015.",Jose S. Ferrer,40,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2008 Jose S. Ferrer Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2008-jose-s-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Gloria Ferrer 12.5,White,France,"This is rich, smooth and weighty as befits a Pouilly-Fumé. Peach and green-plum flavors befit this impressively warm, full-bodied wine. The grassy Sauvignon character is there, but restrained by the ripeness of the wine.",Les Deux Cailloux,27,89,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Fournier Père et Fils 2011 Les Deux Cailloux (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2011-deux-cailloux-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Fournier Père et Fils 14,Red,Chile,"For an aged, value-priced Cabernet, this is steps ahead of the competition. The nose on this ready-to-go wine is earthy and deep, with cherry and raisin notes. The palate is rich, solidly built and full of cherry, cassis and tobacco flavors. On the finish, it's compact and sturdy, with herbal berry flavors.",Reserva,12,89,Curicó Valley,,,Flying Angels 2007 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-angels-2007-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Flying Angels 13.5,Red,France,"Firm, full-bodied wine, the estate wine of Domaine de la Noblaie is rich in its dried fruit, red berry and solid structure. While it is still young, the wine has weight and the definite potential to age.",La Noblaie Rouge,17,89,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Domaine de la Noblaie 2011 La Noblaie Rouge (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-noblaie-2011-rouge-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Domaine de la Noblaie 13.5,Red,France,"While the initial flavor brings out intense acidity from the young black currant fruit, as the wine opens up, it shows a richer side with smooth toast and red plum flavors. It has weight, feeling full bodied.",Le Grand Bouqueteau,16,89,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Château du Coudray Montpensier 2011 Le Grand Bouqueteau (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-du-coudray-montpensier-2011-le-grand-bouqueteau-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Château du Coudray Montpensier 12.5,White,France,"Crisp and fragrant, this wine is lively with lemon and green-apple fruit flavors. Floral, fresh and herbaceous, this has a great swathe of tangy acidity to finish.",Grand'Chaille,26,89,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Thomas & Fils 2011 Grand'Chaille (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-thomas-fils-2011-grandchaille-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Domaine Thomas & Fils 13.5,Red,France,"This is a fruity, perfumed wine with mint and new wood aromas that round out the black-fruit tannins. It's concentrated and rich with a great, juicy aftertaste, a powerful wine that will certainly age over 2–3 years.",Prieuré de Cénac Mission,,89,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Saint-Didier-Parnac 2011 Prieuré de Cénac Mission Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-didier-parnac-2011-prieure-cenac-mission-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2011,Château Saint-Didier-Parnac 13,Red,Spain,"This is a classy wine made from familiar Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The nose of rooty, brandied fruit and floral scents is the definition of light and mild, while the palate holds form via vital acidity. In the mouth, pointed flavors of raspberry end in a juicy, crisp finish. Drink this pleasant Old World wine now.",Crianza,21,89,Catalonia,Tarragona,,Clos Barenys 2004 Crianza Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Tarragona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-barenys-2004-crianza-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-tarragona/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,Clos Barenys 13.5,White,Chile,"This winery makes good Leyda Valley SB. This is green leaning on the nose, with lettuce, bell pepper and melon aromas. It's racy and showing firm acidity and zesty flavors of passion fruit and lime. A clean, crisp finish seals the deal. For under $15, this is a very nice wine for summer sipping.",Summit Reserva,13,89,Leyda Valley,,,Bodega Volcanes de Chile 2012 Summit Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-volcanes-chile-2012-summit-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Bodega Volcanes de Chile 13.5,Red,France,"Soft, smooth and fruity wine from the Clos de la Cure, a vineyard once owned by the village priest of Sazilly. There is a light touch of wood aging, giving just a softening of the firm, extracted tannins. The end is all black currant fruit and fresh acidity.",Cuvée de la Cure,29,89,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2010 Cuvée de la Cure (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2010-cuvee-cure-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Charles Joguet 14,White,US,"This is a dry, crisply tart blend of Marsanne, Roussanne and Grenache Blanc. It has flavors of honey and Meyer lemon, with hints of orange zest and golden mango. This fine, restaurant-worthy wine is admirable for its restraint.",Fortune,20,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Bump 2011 Fortune White (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bump-2011-fortune-white-sonoma-valley/,Rhône-style White Blend,2011,Bump 14.3,Red,US,"With a depth of ripe cherry flavor, Sean Thackrey's Wentzel Clone 777, shows concentration and weight, with a riper, fleshier and bolder character than its clonal companions grown in the same vineyard block.",Cassiopeia Wentzel Vineyard Clone 777,45,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Sean Thackrey 2010 Cassiopeia Wentzel Vineyard Clone 777 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-thackrey-2010-cassiopeia-wentzel-vineyard-clone-777-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Sean Thackrey 12.1,White,US,"This has a lovely tension between the acid and the hint of juicy sweetness. It's loaded with lovely fruit flavors—tangerine, nectarine, Satsuma orange and more. There is no trace of the soapy aromas that often come with this grape. This would be a delightful match with a curry or coconut-based preparation.",,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Wine o'Clock 2010 Gewurztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-oclock-2010-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Wine o'Clock 13.5,White,Chile,"Over the past few years, San Pedro has consistently put out excellent SBs under its 1865 label. This sings of coastal Chilean Sauvignon via mineral, passion fruit and grapefruit aromas. In the mouth, it's chiseled like a statue, with a mix of citrus and green flavors. Expect a cutting, crisp, zesty finish.",1865 Single Vineyard,19,90,Leyda Valley,,,San Pedro 2012 1865 Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2012-1865-single-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,San Pedro 14.5,Red,US,"This is a very fine, strong Pinot Noir. Ripened under the California sun, the wine boasts flashy cherry, red currant, pomegranate, persimmon and cocoa flavors. The silky texture is pure Pinot. Fine to drink now, and should develop over the next 6–8 years.",Red Dog Vineyard,50,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Talisman 2009 Red Dog Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talisman-2009-red-dog-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2009,Talisman 14.8,Red,US,"One of the last '08s to be released, this Pinot still tastes as fresh as a daisy. The acidity is mouthwatering, while the raspberry, cherry and currant fruit still shows its primary, just-picked quality. Still, there are subtle signs of aging: a hint of dried fruits, a touch of mushroom and leather. The wine is going through a funny phase now, and should emerge just fine after 2016.",Aubaine Vineyards,60,90,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Whitcraft 2008 Aubaine Vineyards Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitcraft-2008-aubaine-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Whitcraft 14.2,Red,US,"Beginning to show some age, with the primary raspberry and cherry flavors showing notes of mushrooms, and the tannins softening just a little. Should continue to glide path for another 5–6 years before it falls apart, but right now, it's an interesting wine with some true complexity.",,30,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,W.H. Smith 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wh-smith-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,W.H. Smith 15.1,Red,US,"A fancy Syrah, dry, complex and interesting to drink. It packs in a lot of blackberry and cherry fruit flavors, accented with a sweet jacket of smoky oak. The alcohol is a bit high, resulting in some heat. Drink soon.",La Paloma Larner Vineyard,28,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Transcendence 2010 La Paloma Larner Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/transcendence-2010-paloma-larner-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2010,Transcendence 13.9,White,US,"Tolosa may be the only vineyard to produce two unoaked Chardonnays in the same vintage. Their '11 Central Coast is quite good. This one, from estate Edna Valley fruit, is even better. With keen acidity and a brisk minerality, it shows complex flavors of limes, kiwis and grapefruits, and hints of riper, richer tropical fruits.",Pure,34,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2011 Pure Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2011-pure-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Tolosa 13.5,White,US,"A flashy Chardonnay, rich in buttered toast, butterscotch, honey and fruit flavors of Key lime pie and orange jam. Delicious and tart with mouthwatering acidity.",Dijon Clones,34,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Pine Ridge 2011 Dijon Clones Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-2011-dijon-clones-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Pine Ridge 13,White,Australia,"Sourced from Tasmania this vintage, Penfolds flagship Chardonnay continues to strive for tightness, elegance and finesse. It's super crisp, with lemony notes of underripe pineapple and white peach leaving a tart, mouth-puckering finish behind. Try giving it a few years in the cellar and seeing if that loosens it up at all.",Yattarna,115,90,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2008 Yattarna Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2008-yattarna-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2008,Penfolds 12.5,White,France,"Ripe black currant aromas set this wine on its full, warm path. It is intensely fruity with a rounded feel to it. The acidity cuts through the ripe character, giving tension and a piercing crisp aftertaste.",Anciennes Vignes,26,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Patient Cottat 2010 Anciennes Vignes (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patient-cottat-2010-anciennes-vignes-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Patient Cottat 15,Red,Argentina,"As a whole, this is top-shelf Malbec with weight, character and complexities. It's also a touch gamy on the nose, with a no-miss blast of compost. Beyond that, the palate shows lemony oak and tight tannins on top of oaky, leathery flavors of robust berry and baked plum. Drink this rock-solid specimen now through 2016.",Lindaflor,40,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Monteviejo 2008 Lindaflor Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteviejo-2008-lindaflor-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Monteviejo 14,Red,Italy,Ripasso Saustò is an intense and meaty wine that would pair next to succulent pork or grilled lamb chops. It offers dark fruit and cassis with pretty tones of leather and spicy tobacco woven tight within. The mouthfeel is soft and velvety.,Saustò,34,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Monte dall'Ora 2008 Saustò (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-dallora-2008-sausto-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Monte dall'Ora 12.5,Red,France,"Pécharmant produces some of the most dense reds of Bergerac, and this wine from Ancienne Cure shows some of the same character in a more fruity version. Black fruits and firm tannins are layered with forward acidity to give a wine that will be approachable this year.",Sélection Jour de Fruit,,90,Southwest France,Pécharmant,,Domaine l'Ancienne Cure 2011 Sélection Jour de Fruit (Pécharmant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lancienne-cure-2011-selection-jour-fruit-red-pecharmant/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Domaine l'Ancienne Cure 14,Red,Italy,"You don't see much Syrah from the Veneto in northeast Italy, but Cicogna shows that the variety does have a future here. This expression is soft and plump with ripe fruit, blackberry, leather and tobacco. There's a point of bright freshness on the long finish.",Cicogna,35,90,Veneto,Veneto,,Domenico Cavazza 2009 Cicogna Syrah (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domenico-cavazza-2009-cicogna-shiraz-syrah-syrah-veneto/,Syrah,2009,Domenico Cavazza 12.5,White,France,"Initially youthfully crisp and herbaceous, the wine then broadens into riper more yellow-fruit flavors. That gives it richness and weight that balance with the grapefruit and lemon-juice freshness. Give this fine wine a year to meld together",,29,90,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Domaine Seguin 2011 Pouilly-Fumé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-seguin-2011-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Domaine Seguin 13.5,White,France,"Powerful and rich, this is a concentrated, wood-aged wine. It has toasted almonds as well as ripe pear and green-plum fruit. With a fine tension under the fruitiness, it will age over several years.",Les Terrasses,25,90,Loire Valley,Anjou,,Château de la Roulerie 2011 Les Terrasses Chenin Blanc (Anjou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roulerie-2011-terrasses-chenin-blanc-anjou/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Château de la Roulerie 13.5,Red,France,"Full-bodied, fruity wine that has wood aging flavors along with red plum and strawberry fruits. Smoky, perfumed, this is a wine that shows fresh fruit with a good depth of flavor. Age for 2–3 years.",,20,90,Loire Valley,Anjou Villages Brissac,,Château la Varière 2010 Cabernet Franc-Cabernet Sauvignon (Anjou Villages Brissac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-variere-2010-red-blend-cabernet-franc-cabernet-sauvignon-anjou-villages-brissac/,Cabernet Franc-Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Château la Varière 13.5,White,Italy,Here is a beautiful Pinot Bianco with aromas of melon and stone fruit that pop right out of the glass. This white variety is generally known for the richness of its mouthfeel more than its bouquet. But this expression excels on both the nose and in the mouth thanks to its intensity and purity.,Dellago,22,90,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Produttori Bolzano S. Maddalena/Gries 2011 Dellago Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-produttori-bolzano-s-maddalena-gries-2011-dellago-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2011,Cantina Produttori Bolzano S. Maddalena/Gries 14.5,White,Italy,"Here's a gorgeous wine to pair with foie gras or pâté. A Riserva expression of Gewürztraminer, it opens with a bright golden color and segues to intense aromas of honey, candied peach, yellow rose, lemon curd and natural rubber. In the mouth, the wine is rich, opulent and long-lasting.",Brenntal Riserva,23,90,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Cortaccia 2009 Brenntal Riserva Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-cortaccia-2009-brenntal-riserva-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Cantina Cortaccia 13.5,White,Italy,"Farmed according to biodynamic principles, Am Sand is a fragrant and waxy wine with bright aromas of honey, dried ginger, candied peach, melon and pear. There's an elegant touch here as well because the wine shows some careful restraint in terms of its aromatic delivery. In other words, it never goes overboard.",Am Sand,35,90,,Alto Adige,,Alois Lageder 2009 Am Sand Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alois-lageder-2009-am-sand-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Alois Lageder 14.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a full-bodied, concentrated, deliciously fruit wine. There is a smooth texture here from ripe plum and berry fruits that push through the firmer edge of tannins. With its balanced acidity, it has a stylish quality that brings it right to the table with rich meat dishes.",Vila Santa,20,90,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2011 Vila Santa Aragonez (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2011-vila-santa-tempranillo-aragonez-alentejano/,Aragonez,2011,J. Portugal Ramos 14.5,Red,US,"This wine shows the glamour you expect from a Phelps Cabernet. It's softly tannic and rich in blackberries, currants, licorice and cedar, with a lovely structure. Nice to drink now, right out of the bottle. Easy to find, with 17,300 cases produced.",Estate Grown,65,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 2010 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2010-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Joseph Phelps 13,White,Spain,"This is a really good showing for the Garnacha Blanca grape. The bouquet is fresh and not the least bit blowsy, with an emphasis on apple and pear aromas. The wine is plump, fruity and showing modest acidity, while flavors of apple and baking spices precede a finish that's easygoing. Drink now.",Els Ameliers,35,90,Catalonia,Terra Alta,,Lafou 2011 Els Ameliers Garnacha Blanca (Terra Alta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafou-2011-els-ameliers-spanish-white-garnacha-blanca-terra-alta/,Garnacha Blanca,2011,Lafou 13.5,Red,France,"A very firm wine, layering acidity, black currant fruits and dense tannins. It currently is dominated by its acidity and structure, needing several years to open out. But it's all there, a powerful, perfumed and textured wine.",Les Charmes,34,90,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2010 Les Charmes (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2010-charmes-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Charles Joguet 13,White,France,"A wood-aged Chenin Blanc from the Chinon region, this is a new departure for Charles Joguet. The wine is opulent and concentrated from lees stirring, giving power from the quince fruit and elegance from the smooth texture. It could age for several years.",Clos de la Plante Martin,33,90,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Charles Joguet 2010 Clos de la Plante Martin Chenin Blanc (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2010-clos-plante-martin-chenin-blanc-touraine/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Charles Joguet 12,Dessert,France,"The Layon valley vineyards produce deliciously honeyed wines like this one. There is botrytis here that gives a light texture to the wine, along with apricot fruit. With this richness, there is also refreshing crisp acidity. Worth aging 4–5 years but already delicious.",Le Savetier,25,90,Loire Valley,Coteaux du Layon,,Château la Varière 2011 Le Savetier Chenin Blanc (Coteaux du Layon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-variere-2011-le-savetier-chenin-blanc-coteaux-layon/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Château la Varière 14.7,Red,US,"Shows exuberant fruit flavors of raspberries and cherries, with plenty of sweet, toasty oak. It's a fine wine, brisk in acidity and softly tannic, and lovely as it tastes now, it should gradually evolve in the bottle for several years.",Melville Vineyard,45,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Bonaccorsi 2010 Melville Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonaccorsi-2010-melville-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bonaccorsi 13.5,Red,Spain,"Ripe berry and prune aromas come with spice and oaky notes. The palate is fresh and on the money, with mature but not tired flavors of tobacco, vanilla, cedar, plum and raspberry. For fans of fine Rioja, this will seem familiar and likable; it's smooth, oaky, elegant and vital. Drink now–2016.",Conde de Valdemar Gran Reserva,35,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2005 Conde de Valdemar Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2005-conde-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Bodegas Valdemar 12.5,Dessert,France,"The second of two sweet wines produced by Marc Labat at Rousse, this certainly has a honey character, with flavors of dry fruits, a dancing acidity and a fruity aftertaste. Great as an aperitif.",Cuvée Sélection,24,90,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Château de Rousse 2011 Cuvée Sélection (Jurançon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rousse-2011-cuvee-selection-white-blend-gros-petit-manseng-jurancon/,Gros and Petit Manseng,2011,Château de Rousse 12,White,France,"An extra year in bottle may cut down on the crispness of a Muscadet, but it does bring out so many attractive flavors. This wine boasts nuttiness and floral acidity that complements notes of white fruits and red apples. Screwcap.",Vieilles Vignes Sur Lie,16,90,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Château de la Ragotiere 2010 Vieilles Vignes Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ragotiere-2010-vieilles-vignes-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2010,Château de la Ragotiere 14,White,France,"A selection from the best parcels gives a rich, full-bodied and wood-aged white wine. With tropical fruit flavors laced with lemon zest, it's both concentrated and fresh. Impressive wine for aging over 2–3 years and definitely to be drunk with food.",Mirabelle,19,90,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château de la Jaubertie 2011 Mirabelle White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jaubertie-2011-mirabelle-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château de la Jaubertie 14.8,Red,US,"A wonderfully balanced, rich Zin. It's ripe, fruity and spicy, offering powerful flavors of sweet berry jam, chocolate, licorice, bacon, vanilla bean, black pepper and sandalwood. The alcohol is high, but if it wasn't, this Zin wouldn't be as good.",Hayne Vineyard,45,90,California,Napa,St. Helena,Chase 2009 Hayne Vineyard Zinfandel (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chase-2009-hayne-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-st-helena/,Zinfandel,2009,Chase 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a deliciously ripe wine, aged in wood to give roundness to the blend of Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay. It is full bodied and rich in the mouth with orange and pineapple flavors giving a great lift to the mineral texture.",Trésor,15,90,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Bouvet-Ladubay 2009 Trésor (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouvet-ladubay-2009-tresor-white-blend-chenin-blanc-chardonnay-saumur/,Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay,2009,Bouvet-Ladubay 13.5,Red,Spain,"For the price, this is an excellent Rioja to drink now or lay away for a few more years. Earthy cherry, plum and cola aromas set up a fresh and focused palate that's typical for the region. Flavors of mild oak, tobacco and dried raspberry end with clarity and elegance. Drink now–2019.",Reserva,19,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de la Concordia 2007 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-concordia-2007-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Marqués de la Concordia 13,Red,US,"This young and quite tart Pinot is subtly flecked with mineral, dried seaweed, and a dusty, saline character. It tastes much better than that may sound; it's complex, well structured, and unique.",Holstein Vineyard,35,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Purple Hands 2011 Holstein Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/purple-hands-2011-holstein-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Purple Hands 13,White,Italy,"From the Val di Cembra valley hidden deep within the snow-capped Dolomites comes this blend of Sauvignon, Pinot Bianco, Manzoni bianco, Kerner and Riesling that has aged carefully in the bottle (for a late release). Tertiary aromas of candied fruit, dusty mineral, honey and ginger give the wine a smooth and elegant personality. This wine is part of a small elite of Italian whites that shows this impressive longevity.",Besler Biank,32,90,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,Pojer & Sandri 2005 Besler Biank White (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pojer-sandri-2005-besler-biank-white-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,White Blend,2005,Pojer & Sandri 14.7,Red,US,"Conner Lee is one of a small number of Washington vineyards that merits vineyard-designated Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine lacks nothing, and the fruit is firm, sculpted, and varietally correct, with a touch of ripeness around flavors of plum and cherry. Enjoy it young, or cellar it for another five years.",Conner Lee Vineyard,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2009 Conner Lee Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2009-conner-lee-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,:Nota Bene 14.2,Red,US,"At nearly four years of age, this Pinot is in an awkward phase. Tasted in March, it was dry, tannic and oaky, with powerful red fruit and mocha flavors. There's a distinctly funky, animal note that lends interest. Hold until 2015 or so.",,70,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Azari 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azari-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Azari 13,White,US,"In this cool vintage the Celilo vineyard was not able to supply enough fruit for a single vineyard Chardonnay, so the blend includes grapes from Del Rio in southern Oregon. It's a fine mix, spicy and sharp, loaded with citrus and semi-tropical fruit. Bright acidity, hints of toast, and a lick of lime all combine to make a delicious and lingering finish.",73% Washington/27% Oregon,30,90,Washington-Oregon,,,Ken Wright 2009 73% Washington/27% Oregon Chardonnay (Washington-Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2009-73-washington-27-oregon-chardonnay-washington-oregon/,Chardonnay,2009,Ken Wright 14.5,White,Italy,"This Sauvignon opens with beautiful aromas of exotic fruit, citrus, dried sage and a touch of cinnamon spice at the back. The mouthfeel is smooth and dense with a crisp, but creamy aftertaste.",Premstaler,29,90,,Alto Adige,,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 2011 Premstaler Sauvignon (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellerei-kaltern-caldaro-2011-premstaler-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-alto-adige/,Sauvignon,2011,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 14.3,Red,US,"The winery has held back release on this Pinot considerably longer than their vineyard--designated wines. It's softly tannic and silky in the mouth, with concentrated raspberry and cherry jam, brown sugar, vanilla bean and spice flavors. Lovely to drink now and over the next few years.",,39,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacPhail 2010 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,MacPhail 14.3,White,US,"A complex Chardonnay, rich in all its parts, that needs a year or two to come together. Ripe tropical and citrus fruit flavors compete with buttery toast for dominance, while brilliant acidity makes it all shine. Great price for a Chardonnay this sophisticated.",,23,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rusack 2011 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Rusack 14.3,Red,US,"Exceptionally rich and ripe in raspberry and cherry jam fruit, brightened by crisp acidity and housed in dusty tannins. Gains extra points for earthy, mushroomy complexity. Give it up to six years in the cellar to resolve its youthful difficulties.",Gunsalus Vineyard,44,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Talisman 2009 Gunsalus Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talisman-2009-gunsalus-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Talisman 14.1,White,US,"Another deliciously drinkable Chardonnay from this fine estate. Shows the ripe tropical fruit and peach flavors the vineyard is famous for. Oak brings extra richness of buttered toast, but the whole is balanced with crisp acidity. Drink up.",Estate,42,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Robert Young 2010 Estate Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-young-2010-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Robert Young 15,Red,US,"Zin hardly gets riper or fruitier than this. Blended with a little Petite Sirah, which accounts for the tannins and depth, it's jam-packed with wild berries, currants, licorice, cocoa, black pepper and sandalwood, while high alcohol gives it a rich, glycerine mouthfeel.",Frediani Vineyard,42,90,California,Napa,Calistoga,Vermeil 2010 Frediani Vineyard Zinfandel (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vermeil-2010-frediani-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-calistoga/,Zinfandel,2010,Vermeil 13.9,White,US,"Entirely varietal, this Roussanne was whole-cluster fermented and is intense in its mushroomy, woodsy richness and layers of complexity and depth. With a lingering mineral finish, a fine case study in Roussanne's ability to stand out on its own.",Monarch Mine Vineyard,25,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2011 Monarch Mine Vineyard Roussanne (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2011-monarch-mine-vineyard-roussanne-sierra-foothills/,Roussanne,2011,Terre Rouge 14.9,Red,US,"Comprised of 73% Grenache, 14% Mourvedre and 13% Syrah, Terre Rouge's L'Autre blend is a smooth rendition of lavender, tobacco and savory red plum—a touch of violet lurking within there too. Well intregrated and savory, with tightly woven tannins, this is a great example of how these grape three varieties can work together.",L'Autre,30,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2010 L'Autre G-S-M (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2010-lautre-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-sierra-foothills/,G-S-M,2010,Terre Rouge 14.2,Red,US,"Consistency across the entire portfolio is one of the strengths of Seven Hills, here expressed in a beautifully blended Cabernet that includes smaller percentages of Cab Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Carmenère. Smooth upon entry, showing pretty purple fruits through the mid-palate, it concludes with traces of smoke, cacao and espresso, all perfectly framed and balanced.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Seven Hills 14.9,Red,US,"This single-vineyard Zinfandel manages to rein its wild power, taming it down and allowing the wine to feel elegant. That's not so easy, when you have a wine with such high alcohol and superripe fruit. The wild blueberry and blackberry fruit has a brambly edge, but the tannin-acid balance is fine. Drink over the next eight years as the wine subtlely loses fruit and gains earthy complexities.",Gino's Vineyard,30,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Sbragia 2010 Gino's Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sbragia-2010-ginos-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Sbragia 14.2,Red,US,"This is one of the best Bordeaux blends now available from Paso Robles. Based on Cabernet Sauvignon, it's enormously ripe in blackberry jam, currant, chocolate and cedar flavors that finish lush and spicy. The tannins are strong, but negotiable with barbecue.",Ensemble Lock Vineyard,42,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Écluse 2010 Ensemble Lock Vineyard Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ecluse-2010-ensemble-lock-vineyard-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Écluse 12.5,White,France,"With three years' aging, this has developed into an almond- and toast-flavored wine that has softened and rounded the fruit. It has turned into a serious wine, its rich structure allied to the acidity. Ready to drink.",Ammonites,37,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Roblin 2010 Ammonites (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roblin-2010-ammonites-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Domaine Roblin 14,Red,France,"The vintage and some extra age give this wine a warm, rounded feel. Behind this, the tannins are dry and dried fruit and smokiness are there. The wine is weighty, ripe and likely to be totally ready to drink in a year.",Clos de Chaumont Prestige,30,90,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Domaine de la Perruche 2009 Clos de Chaumont Prestige (Saumur-Champigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-perruche-2009-clos-chaumont-prestige-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Domaine de la Perruche 14.5,Red,US,"Give this Zin credit for sheer volume. It's black in color, hard in tannins and amazingly concentrated in blackberry and currant fruit, with all kinds of spicy, licorice nuances. So big, so bold, it's almost a food group of its own. Not particularly subtle, but wants to be paired with richly sauced beef, poultry or game dishes.",Gary's Improv,32,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clif Family 2010 Gary's Improv Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clif-family-2010-garys-improv-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Clif Family 14.5,Red,Spain,"Right away you know this Syrah-Petit Verdot is a powerful wine. The bouquet is pointed and blasts away with cherry, berry, spice and oak aromas. It's thick, pushy and full-bodied, with minty, toasty oak flavors running side by side with blackberry. On the finish, it's more charred and toasty, with peppery spice and some heat. Drink now–2015.",,35,90,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Finca Constancia 2010 Syrah-Petit Verdot (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-constancia-2010-red-blend-syrah-petit-verdot-vino-tierra-castilla/,Syrah-Petit Verdot,2010,Finca Constancia 14.5,Red,US,"The three varieties in this blend are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. It's a delicious wine, smooth, dry and tannic, and slightly prickly in alcohol, with deep flavors of blackberries, black currants, and chocolate-covered bacon. Drink over the next few years for maximum freshness.",Cuvee des Trois Cepages,55,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,RN Estate 2010 Cuvee des Trois Cepages Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rn-estate-2010-cuvee-trois-cepages-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,RN Estate 13,White,France,"Tropical fruits dominate this intensely fruity, perfumed wine with loads of tangy pineapple, mango and kiwi-fruit. Bright acidity, an orange zest texture and a light touch of toast add a sense of structure.",En Chante-Merle,,90,France Other,Arbois,,Rijckaert 2010 En Chante-Merle Chardonnay (Arbois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rijckaert-2010-en-chante-merle-chardonnay-arbois/,Chardonnay,2010,Rijckaert 12.8,Red,US,"Made in Sbragia's muscular style, a ripe, flashy wine, with briary blackberry, currant, mocha and oak flavors. The tannins are strong but soft, and the overall impression is complex. Fine now with steak, barbecue, but should gain bottle complexity over the next 5–6 years.",Andolsen Vineyard,38,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Sbragia 2010 Andolsen Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sbragia-2010-andolsen-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Sbragia ,Red,US,"This is made in the emerging low alcohol style, measuring just over 13% abv. But there's nothing light about the flavors, which are immensely rich in cherry pie, raspberry Newton, vanilla and spice flavors. The fruit is somewhat forward now. Give it up to eight years in the cellar to mellow.",Hallberg Vineyard,50,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Jewell 2010 Hallberg Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-jewell-2010-hallberg-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Joseph Jewell 14.5,White,US,"This tiny production Chardonnay shows the hallmarks of Edna Valley. It's bright and brisk in acidity, very clean and dry, and classically pure in lime, kiwi and papaya fruit. Bring on the Dungeness crab and buttered sourdough bread and enjoy.",Edna Ranch Block 569,42,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2010 Edna Ranch Block 569 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2010-edna-ranch-block-569-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Tolosa 14.5,White,US,"A mix of 44% Marsanne, 28% Roussanne and 28% Viognier this white blend smells like spring, with wildflowers, almond and wet stone with a touch of honey figuring prominently at different times. The wine's lemon minerality hits a high note on the finish. Drink alone or with fresh goat cheeses.",Enigma,25,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2011 Enigma White (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2011-enigma-white-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style White Blend,2011,Terre Rouge 14.5,Red,US,"A fragrant, pretty Syrah with a core of savory berry and smooth tannins, layers of leather on the back, amid the variety's gorgeous attributes of smoky meat and herb.",DTR Ranch,38,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Terre Rouge 2010 DTR Ranch Syrah (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2010-dtr-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Syrah,2010,Terre Rouge 14,Red,US,"Captures the essence of a Paso Robles red wine. It's softly complex, smooth and deliciously dry, with blackberry, chocolate and oak flavors. The blend is Touriga Nacional, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot.",Nouveau Bleu,88,90,California,California Other,California,Millésimé 2009 Nouveau Bleu Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millesime-2009-nouveau-bleu-red-other/,Red Blend,2009,Millésimé 15.2,Red,US,"Based on Petite Sirah, with small amounts of Syrah and Grenache, this is a huge, fruity, extracted wine. It's explosive in raspberry and cherry jam flavor that's so ripe and pure, yet the finish is dry. The tannins are big and firm, making this wine perfect for a deliciously grilled steak, maybe finished with a Gorgonzola cheese sauce.",1105,36,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,MCV 2011 1105 Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcv-2011-1105-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2011,MCV 15,Red,US,"A first-class full-bodied Syrah. It shows true complexity in the spectrum of black currant, teriyaki beef, sandalwood and black pepper flavors. Give it a good decanting and drink now with upscale roasts, game birds and beef stews.",Estate Grown,32,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Villicana 2010 Estate Grown Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villicana-2010-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2010,Villicana 13,White,Italy,"Made with the Vitovska grape, this fascinating “orange” wine opens with a beautiful amber-copper color and offers thick aromas of pine nut, resin, candied fruit, Vin Santo and dusty mineral or crushed stone at the back. Thick streaks of glycerin run down the side of the glass and there's a touch of tannic firmness in the mouth.",,85,90,,Venezia Giulia,,Vodopivec 2006 Vitovska (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vodopivec-2006-italian-white-vitovska-venezia-giulia/,Vitovska,2006,Vodopivec 13.5,White,Chile,"With mild white-fruit aromas, dusty notes and a hint of banana, this is appealing up front. In the mouth, it's solid and pure feeling, with freshness and punchy acidity propelling tropical fruit flavors and oak-based vanilla. Oak spice, length and a full body make the finish impressive. 600 cases made.",Bill Limited Edition,35,90,Casablanca Valley,,,William Cole 2011 Bill Limited Edition Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2011-bill-limited-edition-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,William Cole 14.5,Red,US,"This is a young yet lush and amazingly rich Pinot Noir. The raspberry and cherry fruit hardly could be riper. Yet the balance of sweet tannins and just-in-time acidity gives the wine good structure. Fine to drink now, and should age well for a couple of years.",Estate Grown,72,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Donum 2010 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donum-2010-estate-grown-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Donum 13.5,White,Italy,"Beautiful focus and bright complexity characterize this northern Italian blend of Riesling, Pinot Bianco and Sauvignon. Soft layers of stone fruit, citrus and melon give the wine momentum. Enosi would pair with creamy risotto di scampi.",Enosi,33,90,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,Baron di Pauli 2011 Enosi White (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-pauli-2011-enosi-white-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,White Blend,2011,Baron di Pauli 13.6,Red,US,"It might seem odd to plant Syrah in the heart of Pinot Noir country, but it's one of the mysterious charms of the Northwest, where Riesling and Cabernet can also grow successfully side by side. This wine has deep color, excellent balance, true varietal expression, and seductive hints of smoke, cured meat, and a salty tang. Purple berry flavors are just ripe enough; it's an elegant, restrained style, suggesting that the Willamette Valley can put a unique stamp on this grape.",Calkins Lane Vineyard,45,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Adelsheim 2009 Calkins Lane Vineyard Syrah (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2009-calkins-lane-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Syrah,2009,Adelsheim 13.5,Red,France,"From two separate parcels of vines, this balanced and fruity wine is already delicious. It does have the tannins for aging, but its main thrust is to fragrant blackberry fruits, touched by spice and given a brightness by the final acidity. Drink now, or keep for 2–3 years.",Les Petites Roches,23,90,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2010 Les Petites Roches (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2010-petites-roches-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Charles Joguet 12,Red,Argentina,"A red color and a bouquet equal to a cloud of char and berry fruit form the greeting on this Pinot. Flavors of rose water, herbs, wood spice, red plum and raspberry storm onto an acid-driven finish that hangs around with complexities. This is not Chacra's best PN but it's still impressive.",Treinta y Dos,,90,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega Chacra 2010 Treinta y Dos Pinot Noir (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-chacra-2010-treinta-pinot-noir-patagonia/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bodega Chacra 13.9,Red,US,"This is made in a lower alcohol, more elegant style, drier and leaner than some other Pinots, but perhaps more food-friendly and ageable as a result. It shows cherry, cola and herb flavors, richly oaked and balanced with acidity. Try cellaring it for 5–6 years.",Larson Vineyard,38,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Carol Shelton 2011 Larson Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2011-larson-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2011,Carol Shelton 17,Dessert,France,"Made from Tannat with added alcohol to stop the fermentation, this is a sweet, deliciously rich wine. It shows a fine balance between fruity acidity, red-fruit jelly flavors and layers of tannin from the Tannat. It will certainly age over many years.",Maydie Vintage,30,90,France Other,Vin de Liqueur,,Château d'Aydie 2009 Maydie Vintage Tannat (Vin de Liqueur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daydie-2009-maydie-vintage-other-red-tannat-vin-liqueur/,Tannat,2009,Château d'Aydie 11.5,White,France,"A wine that brings out so many facets of Chenin Blanc. It is rich and lightly honeyed, yet dry and rounded. Almonds and apple acidity are enhanced by black currant dustiness to give a wine that should age for several years.",Sec,17,90,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Château Moncontour 2011 Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moncontour-2011-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Château Moncontour 14,Red,France,"Mint flavors showcase the new wood used to age this wine. That wood balances well with the ripe, full, berry flavors and solid fruit tannins, yielding a structured and impressive wine worth aging over at least four years.",Vieilli en Fût de Chêne,16,90,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Château Lecusse 2006 Vieilli en Fût de Chêne Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lecusse-2006-vieilli-en-fut-chene-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2006,Château Lecusse 14,Red,France,"This second wine from Château Lagrézette is rich with ripe, generous fruits and tannins in the background. It has concentration, dusty texture and generous acidity. Expect this wine to be ready to drink in the next year.",Château Chevaliers Lagrézette,30,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Lagrézette 2009 Château Chevaliers Lagrézette Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrezette-2009-chevaliers-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Château Lagrézette 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Smoky cherry and earth aromas are the opening salvo on this bullish yet well-made wine. Expect a full mouthfeel that wraps itself around toasty, creamy flavors of chocolaty plum and spiced tea. Barda excels on its lively finish, which is long, properly acidic and spicy tasting.",Barda,30,90,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega Chacra 2011 Barda Pinot Noir (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-chacra-2011-barda-pinot-noir-patagonia/,Pinot Noir,2011,Bodega Chacra 12.5,White,Spain,"This is a classy Albariño with lemon, melon and minerally aromas that come across pure. The mouth is round and elegant, with layers of texture. Pure lemon and apple flavors have sweetness as well as cut, and the finish is powerful and offers a touch of green-herb flavor. Drink this complete wine right away.",Eidos de Padriñan,23,90,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Adega dos Eidos 2011 Eidos de Padriñan Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-eidos-2011-padrinan-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,Adega dos Eidos 14.3,Red,US,"A big, vital Cabernet, lush and ripe in blackberry, currant, cherry and smoky cedar wood. It's a little soft, but the tannins are quite strong, giving the wine astringency. Should easily negotiate the next 10 years.",,65,90,California,Napa,Calistoga,Chase 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chase-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Chase 12.5,Red,France,"This is a young, firmly tannic wine with its solid, dry structure still dominating the ripe fruit. It's concentrated and dense with a dusty texture giving both weight and the ability to age. With Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend, this is a wine that will go several years.",Quintessence,20,90,Southwest France,Fronton,,Château Coutinel 2008 Quintessence Red (Fronton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coutinel-2008-quintessence-red-fronton/,Red Blend,2008,Château Coutinel 14.5,Red,US,"A big, rich, exuberant Malbec, one of the better ones out there. It's firm in tannins, yet soft and luscious, with deep, dark plum, cassis, beef jerky and spice flavors. Grows even finer and elegant as it warms in the glass.",L'Entree The Entry,45,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bon Niche 2009 L'Entree The Entry Malbec (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bon-niche-2009-lentree-entry-malbec-central-coast-paso-robles/,Malbec,2009,Bon Niche 14.2,Red,US,"This Cabernet shows the austerity and dry tannins of a Howell Mountain wine, as well as a fine streak of acidity and oak. It has a blunt core of red currants and mocha. Seems to want some time, so give it 4–6 years to settle down.",Bronze Label Piedra Hill Vineyard,48,90,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,W.H. Smith 2009 Bronze Label Piedra Hill Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wh-smith-2009-bronze-label-piedra-hill-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,W.H. Smith 13,Red,France,"Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil is the lighter neighbor to Bourgueil, and this wine offers a fruity, ready-to-drink wine that has gentle tannins to go with the perfumed black cherry fruity and lively acidity. Keep for 2–3 years, but also drink now.",La Mine,,90,Loire Valley,Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil,,Yannick Amirault 2010 La Mine (Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yannick-amirault-2010-mine-cabernet-franc-saint-nicolas-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Yannick Amirault 15,Red,US,"Mourvèdre may be the hardest variety to get right in California, but Villicana has succeeded admirably. What you need to know is that the wine is very dry and medium-bodied, and that highish alcohol gives it some heat. But not too much, and the wine really is marked by its complex cherry, red currant, licorice, tobacco and spice flavors.",Estate Grown,35,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Villicana 2010 Estate Grown Mourvèdre (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villicana-2010-estate-grown-mourvedre-central-coast-paso-robles/,Mourvèdre,2010,Villicana 14.1,White,US,"A seriously good wine, showing how well this warmish appellation can develop Sauvignon Blanc in a cool vintage. The wine is dry and lively in acidity, with subtle, complex citrus, tobacco and white pepper flavors. Very versatile at the table. Production was just over 1,000 cases, but it's worth a search.",,20,90,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Westerly 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westerly-2011-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Westerly 14,Red,Spain,"This Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz blend has a lot of personality and individuality. It's full of earthy tobacco and blackberry aromas, while the texture is nice and the volume is generous. Flavors of oak-driven vanilla and cream accent core berry flavors, while there's depth and length to the finish. Drink now.",Reserva,40,90,Levante,Alicante,,Enrique Mendoza 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enrique-mendoza-2008-reserva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-alicante/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2008,Enrique Mendoza 15.3,Red,US,"A beautiful Syrah, softly tannic, dry and full bodied. High alcohol gives some jalapeño pepper heat to the blackberries, licorice, bacon, dark chocolate and sandalwood flavors, but nothing that richly sauced barbecue can't handle. Drink up.",Lock Vineyard,34,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Écluse 2010 Lock Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ecluse-2010-lock-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2010,Écluse 13.9,White,US,"A delicious Chardonnay, ripe and distinctly Californian. Shows sun-inspired tropical fruit flavors, brightened by Santa Maria acidity, with a sweet tasting oak finish. The wine was made by the talented local winemaker, Joshua Klapper, from La Fenêtre.",,32,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Fig 2010 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fig-2010-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Fig 15,Red,Italy,"This savory and meaty red wine is made from air-dried Nebbiolo grapes much in the same style as Amarone. It opens with thick tones of pipe tobacco, smoked bacon and dried blackberry fruit. It shows power, density and personality.",Ronco del Picchio,64,90,Lombardy,Sforzato di Valtellina,,Fay 2006 Ronco del Picchio (Sforzato di Valtellina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fay-2006-ronco-picchio-nebbiolo-sforzato-valtellina/,Nebbiolo,2006,Fay 14,Red,Portugal,"The earthiness of Syrah dominates the aromas of this blended wine. The structure is dense and solid with perfume that elevates the black, juicy fruits. It is still beginning to integrate, so expect this fine wine to age for at least 4–5 years.",Estate Collection,25,90,Lisboa,,,Quinta do Pinto 2010 Estate Collection Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-pinto-2010-estate-collection-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2010,Quinta do Pinto 13.9,Red,US,"Along with the PV comes smaller amounts of Cabernet, Merlot and (surprise!) Mourvèdre, aged in a mix of new and used, French and American oak. It's a complex wine, nicely woven together, with tart fruit, earthy spice, and a pleasing finish with some new barrel toast.",,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mosquito Fleet 2010 Petit Verdot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosquito-fleet-2010-petit-verdot-columbia-valley-wa/,Petit Verdot,2010,Mosquito Fleet 14.5,Red,Chile,"Ripe blackberry, graphite, balsam wood, vanilla and kirsch aromas combine to provide a fine opening to this Cabernet-led blend. The palate is smooth and layered, with cherry, cassis, vanilla and herbal flavors. On the finish, it's a bit thick in feel, with moderate complexity. Drink now–2016.",House of Morandé,50,90,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2008 House of Morandé Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2008-house-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Morandé 14.5,Red,Chile,"After a dark, earthy, leathery opening, this blend of Carignan, Grenache and Mourvèdre presents itself as a lively, bright wine with dark fruit flavors, leather, dry spice, oak and a touch of heat on the finish. This is a serious blend with a chewy body and no shortage of power. Drink now–2017.",Outer Limits Beyond Frontiers Apalta Vineyard,60,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2010 Outer Limits Beyond Frontiers Apalta Vineyard Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2010-outer-limits-beyond-frontiers-apalta-vineyard-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Montes 13,Red,France,"The great 2009 vintage in the Loire has produced a rich wine, the wood flavors balancing with the full black plum fruit. There is a toasty character that acts as a counterpoint. Along with the acidity, the flavors suggest a wine for aging over 2–3 years.",Thélème,40,90,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Pascal & Alain Lorieux 2009 Thélème (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-alain-lorieux-2009-theleme-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Pascal & Alain Lorieux 14.5,Red,Spain,"The translucent violet tint this gives off is as attractive as the wine's concentrated bouquet of cassis, blackberry and earthy richness. It's big and bulky in the mouth, with rubbery, exotic flavors of blueberry and Middle Eastern spices like cardamom and cumin. This is a bold wine for fans of fruit-forward reds. Drink now–2016.",PdM Moncayo,30,90,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Pagos del Moncayo 2011 PdM Moncayo Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pagos-moncayo-2011-pdm-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2011,Pagos del Moncayo 15,Red,US,"Based on Zinfandel, and blended with Petite Sirah and Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine explores the shabby-chic side of the street. It's a little country in the spicy, briary flavors, a little city in the refined black currants and fine tannins. A versatile, full-bodied red wine for drinking now.",Quest,38,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2010 Quest Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2010-quest-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Quivira 13,Sparkling,Italy,"A wonderful treat with smoked salmon canapés, this elegant rosé sparkler opens with a delicate pink color with highlights of peach and gold. Its perfumes recall stone fruit, citrus and toasted nut and those characteristics are followed by lively acidity and firm perlage.",Rosé,24,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi NV Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-nv-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Contadi Castaldi 13.5,Red,France,"A Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated, wood-aged wine. It is rich, smooth with dense tannins and a spicy edge from the wood. Concentrated, this wine from the top Anjou wine village of Brissac, is likely to age several years.",La Croix de Mission,29,90,Loire Valley,Anjou Villages Brissac,,Domaine des Rochelles 2010 La Croix de Mission Red (Anjou Villages Brissac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rochelles-2010-croix-mission-red-anjou-villages-brissac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine des Rochelles 14.6,Red,US,"This easy-to-drink Merlot is lusciously forward in blackberries and cherries, yet has extra qualities of structural complexity that recommend it. Beyond the sweetness are rich tannins, just-in-time acidity and a subtle floweriness of rose petals and violets.",,45,90,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Crosby Roamann 2010 Merlot (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crosby-roamann-2010-merlot-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Merlot,2010,Crosby Roamann 13.5,White,Italy,"This magnificent expression of Sauvignon is very true to the variety and represents a huge step forward for the winemaking program of the Zonin family (that owns this estate). With help from Bordeaux professor Denis Dubourdieu, the wine crafted here is bright, deeply aromatic, fresh and crisp. It delivers exotic fruit, white flower, dried sage, ginger and tomato leaf characteristics.",Aquilis,25,90,,Friuli Aquileia,,Tenuta Cà Bolani 2011 Aquilis Sauvignon (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-ca-bolani-2011-aquilis-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-friuli-aquileia/,Sauvignon,2011,Tenuta Cà Bolani 14.3,White,US,"Here's a bright, tart, wonderfully drinkable young Sauvignon Blanc with some real complexity. It's savory in citrus, gooseberry, green apple and vanilla flavors, with just a touch of creamy oak.",Juliana Vineyard,37,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Venge 2012 Juliana Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venge-2012-juliana-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Venge 13.8,Red,US,"There's a rich vein of green olives in this wine, alongside the blackberries, cocoa and toast. With smooth, brisk tannins, it's best opened over the next 2–3 years.",,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,V. Sattui 14.1,Red,US,"At first pour, it's awfully tough in tannins, and can hardly express itself. After a while, the heart of black currants and cherries opens up generously, making it lovely to drink now and over the next five years.",Estate,38,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 2010 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuhlmuller-2010-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 14.2,Red,US,"Though it seems to have some of the lightness of young vines in the cherry fruit flavor, there is clear Red Mountain terroir in the mouthfeel. Tight, dark, supple and almost steely, this layers its fruit atop a mineral base, and finishes with a whiff of smoke and pickle barrel.",Acquisition,49,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Market Vineyards 2009 Acquisition Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/market-2009-acquisition-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Market Vineyards ,Red,US,"The winery has a good track record with this vineyard, and with the 2010, they've produced another fine one. Although it has a lush, creamy, drink-me-now quality, it's actually quite complex with fresh raspberries and red currants. Drink by 2017 or so.",Floodgate Vineyard,42,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Jewell 2010 Floodgate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-jewell-2010-floodgate-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Joseph Jewell 14.3,Red,US,"A blend of Sean Thackrey's four Pinot clones, all grown in one block of the Wentzel Vineyard, this wine is a baby still, soft and lush and ready to develop further. Interesting to taste now, with hints of each of its clonal brethren. Give this wine another 3–5 years and see which has taken front row.",Cassiopeia Wentzel Vineyard,45,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Sean Thackrey 2010 Cassiopeia Wentzel Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-thackrey-2010-cassiopeia-wentzel-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Sean Thackrey 14.5,Red,Argentina,"After tasting a number of underwhelming San Huberto Malbecs, this high-end offering changes things up. It's piercing and serious up front, with rubber and black-fruit aromas. Although it clamps down due to hard tannins, there's enough body, oak, black-fruit flavor and vanilla to carry it through to a long finish. It's by far the best wine from this label I've tried. Drink through 2017.",Nina Gran,40,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,San Huberto 2010 Nina Gran Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-huberto-2010-nina-gran-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,San Huberto 15,Red,US,"This is one of the best Paso Cabernets of the vintage. It's dry and smooth in tannins, with an elegant mouthfeel. It's a little on the soft side, and the black currant fruit flavors have an earthy edge of herbs and spicy tobacco. There's some heat from alcohol, but not too much. Should develop over the next 5–6 years.",Estate Grown,30,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Villicana 2010 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villicana-2010-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Villicana 14.5,Red,US,"This elegant Cabernet nicely threads the needle between fruit and herb, slaloming down the palate with a lingonberry here, a sprig of thyme there, underpinned with earth and chocolate. It's a wine that may be sipped and savored, offering subtle pleasures along the way.",,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),RiverAerie 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riveraerie-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,RiverAerie 15,Red,Spain,"Berry, lemon peel, tobacco and molasses aromas make for a rich and appealing bouquet. The palate is chewy and mildly syrupy in feel, with baked black-fruit flavors receiving a boost from molasses and spice notes. This is dark, handsome and generous but not overly complex. Drink now–2016.",,80,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Rento 2006 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rento-2006-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Rento 14.5,Red,France,"A fine, ripe wine—very balanced—from an estate that dates back to the 12th century. The Tannat grape lends tannins but also offers ripe, juicy fruits that come forward to give both power and delicious fruitiness.",Château Arricau-Bordes,20,90,Southwest France,Madiran,,Producteurs Plaimont 2010 Château Arricau-Bordes Tannat (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/producteurs-plaimont-2010-chateau-arricau-bordes-other-red-tannat-madiran/,Tannat,2010,Producteurs Plaimont 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A blend of Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc and Chardonnay, this is a round, mouthfilling sparkling wine with ripe apple flavors layered with grapefruit acidity and a tight, final texture that is crisp and mineral.",Brut,25,90,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Langlois-Chateau NV Brut Sparkling (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langlois-chateau-nv-brut-sparkling-cremant-de-loire-165457/,Sparkling Blend,,Langlois-Chateau 14,White,Italy,"Stoan is a bright white blend from northeast Italy that shows balance, freshness and intensity. Long aromas of stone fruit, melon, tangerine skin and white almond set the tone. The wine performs beautifully in the mouth thanks to its soft texture.",Stoan,35,90,,Alto Adige,,Tramin 2011 Stoan White (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tramin-2011-stoan-white-alto-adige/,White Blend,2011,Tramin 15.6,Red,US,"Only in Washington can you find pure varietal, single-vineyard Merlot at this price that shows such power and depth. Aged in American oak barrels with French oak stave inserts, it displays plenty of smoky caramel and coconut flavors, but the fruit is there in good proportion. This wine is sure to find plenty of admirers; if only more than just 58 cases had been produced.",Conner Lee Vineyard,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2009 Conner Lee Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2009-conner-lee-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2009,:Nota Bene 13.5,White,Italy,"Sirmian is a beautiful Pinot Bianco that really shows true varietal characteristics. The subdued bouquet delivers pear, stone fruit and crushed mineral. The mouthfeel is creamy, rich and ends with waxy flavors of lemon and Golden Delicious apple.",Sirmian,30,90,,Alto Adige,,Nals Margreid 2011 Sirmian Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nals-margreid-2011-sirmian-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2011,Nals Margreid 14,White,Italy,"This is a lovely Sauvignon with thick consistency in the mouth and vibrant flavors of melon, Golden Delicious apple, yellow rose, spicy ginger and fragrant honeysuckle that pull together as one. The natural creaminess of the wine drives a long finish.",Mantele,31,90,,Alto Adige,,Nals Margreid 2011 Mantele Sauvignon (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nals-margreid-2011-mantele-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-alto-adige/,Sauvignon,2011,Nals Margreid 13,Red,US,"There is just the slightest whiff of barnyard here, delicate enough to be a feature rather than a flaw. Baking spices, tanned leather, and pretty red fruits mingle seamlessly through a satisfying mid palate. Perhaps it's just an early phase, but for the moment it fades rather quickly.",Savoya Vineyard,60,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Ken Wright 2011 Savoya Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2011-savoya-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2011,Ken Wright 13.5,White,Italy,"If you love Pinot Bianco, you will be delighted by this pretty expression from the mountainous north of Italy. Alpine breezes have shaped a balanced and mildly fragrant white with layers of exotic fruit, pineapple, pear and melon. It shows nice structure and length as well.",Vial,24,90,,Alto Adige,,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 2011 Vial Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellerei-kaltern-caldaro-2011-vial-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2011,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 14.5,White,Italy,"The cool mountainous climate of northern Italy has shaped a perfumed and delicate Chardonnay with ripe aromas of peach, melon, Golden Delicious apple and crushed almond. The wine is soft and round on the close with long nuances of stone fruit and citrus.",Castel Giovanelli,,90,,Alto Adige,,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 2010 Castel Giovanelli Chardonnay (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellerei-kaltern-caldaro-2010-castel-giovanelli-chardonnay-alto-adige/,Chardonnay,2010,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 14,Red,Italy,"This ethereal expression of Nebbiolo (also called Chiavennasca) opens with rich density and ripe fruit intensity. Pretty tones of cola, dried ginger and licorice round out the back and the wine is fresh and well structured overall with firm, drying tannins.",Carterìa,40,90,Lombardy,Valtellina Superiore,,Fay 2007 Carterìa (Valtellina Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fay-2007-carteria-nebbiolo-valtellina-superiore/,Nebbiolo,2007,Fay 14,Red,US,"Expensive, but aims for a Zinfandel touchdown and largely succeeds. With firm tannins and acids, it has explosive flavors of wild forest berries, currants, spices and oak that are complex enough to warrant a second, maybe even a third glass.",Los Chamizal Vineyard,42,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gauthier 2011 Los Chamizal Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gauthier-2011-los-chamizal-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Gauthier 14.2,White,US,"A big, strong Chardonnay, powerfully extracted with pineapple and orange jam flavors, with lots of zingy acidity that makes the mouth water. There's a touch of buttered toast from oak. A little brittle and hard now, so give it two to three years in the bottle to soften and mellow.",Russian River Selection,35,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2010 Russian River Selection Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2010-russian-river-selection-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Gary Farrell 12.5,White,France,"This is a smooth and creamy wine with soft apple flavors mingling with almonds and brisk acidity. It has a tight edge of minerality that adds a fine texture, offering a glimpse of the extra richness that can be expected in 2–3 years.",Clos le Vigneau,18,90,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Château Gaudrelle 2010 Clos le Vigneau (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaudrelle-2010-clos-le-vigneau-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Château Gaudrelle 14.3,White,US,"An absolutely first-class Chardonnay, although with production at only 100 cases, it may be somewhat difficult to find. It shows near-perfect balance of acidity, oak, minerality and lees, with a touch of sour-lemon candy drop.",,25,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Crosby Roamann 2010 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crosby-roamann-2010-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2010,Crosby Roamann 14,Red,Argentina,"Immediately this clicks. The nose is full of ripe, smooth blackberry and molasses aromas, while the palate is chewy, layered and loaded with meaty blackberry, dark spice and coffee flavors. This is an excellent value Cabernet.",Barrel Select,13,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2010 Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2010-barrel-select-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Bodega Norton 14.4,White,US,"Shows Viognier's exotic tropical fruit, citrus, white flower and honey notes in a rich way, but what lifts it above the ordinary is the purity of mouthfeel. Like cold mountain stream water, it's limpid and alive, and brightened with fine acidity. Great restaurant wine.",Par La Mer By The Sea,30,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Bon Niche 2011 Par La Mer By The Sea Viognier (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bon-niche-2011-par-mer-by-sea-viognier-central-coast-monterey/,Viognier,2011,Bon Niche 14.5,Red,US,"Petit Verdot is hard to make well on its own, but Bon Niche has succeeded with this bottle. It's midnight black in color, bone dry, thick in tannins and enormously rich in blackberries. Could be the perfect steak wine. Drink now–2017.",Fenetres Windows,35,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bon Niche 2009 Fenetres Windows Petit Verdot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bon-niche-2009-fenetres-windows-petit-verdot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petit Verdot,2009,Bon Niche 13,Red,Portugal,"This big, bold and fruity wine is packed with red berry fruits touched with spice from wood aging, yielding a firm, already well-integrated wine. It has a solid, chunky character as well as density, and should age well.",Catedral,,90,Dão,,,Caves Velhas 2010 Catedral Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-velhas-2010-catedral-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2010,Caves Velhas 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Red-fruit flavors abound in this ripe and full wine. A blend of local grapes with Merlot, this has a smooth texture with tannins cushioned by the rich fruits. Touches of spice and wood give an extra complexity.",Vinha Padre Pedro,20,90,Tejo,,,Casa Cadaval 2010 Vinha Padre Pedro Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-cadaval-2010-vinha-padre-pedro-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Casa Cadaval 14.5,White,US,"From rocky estate soils, Terre Rouge's Viognier opens with delicious aromas of honeysuckle, mango and guava, lightly put together with a jolt of wet stone. Rich in mouthfeel, the finish is woodsy, like the finest herb garden.",,25,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Terre Rouge 2011 Viognier (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2011-viognier-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Viognier,2011,Terre Rouge 14.6,Red,US,"A block of vines set literally near a grove of Redwood trees, the 2010 Redwood's Edge is structured and slightly austere and elusive, a concentrated rendering of deep, dark red fruit, lavender and woody undertones that's incredibly delicious.",Redwood's Edge,55,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Black Kite 2010 Redwood's Edge Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-kite-2010-redwoods-edge-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Black Kite 14.5,Red,US,"The winery pulled out all the stops on this Cabernet-based Bordeaux blend, yet the wine is so tannic and sharp now. Shows massively extracted black currant and oak flavors that run deep and long in the finish. Who knows what this wine might do in 10–15 years, but it's a roll of the dice.",Paradiso,75,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2009 Paradiso Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2009-paradiso-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,V. Sattui 13.8,Red,US,"Give this lovely Pinot Noir a few hours in the decanter and serve now with your best lamb and steak entrées. It's dry, refined in the acid-tannin balance and deliciously complex, with waves of raspberries and cherries, pie crust, baking spices and toasted oak.",Pence Ranch,35,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Whitcraft 2011 Pence Ranch Pinot Noir (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitcraft-2011-pence-ranch-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Whitcraft 14.4,Red,US,"Give this brisk, young Pinot 5–6 years in the cellar to mellow. It's clearly a very fine wine, clean and elegantly constructed, with rich tannins and a bright squirt of acidity framing ripe cherry, currant and licorice flavors.",,45,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Westerly 2010 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westerly-2010-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Westerly 14.8,Red,US,"This is done in an open, palate-friendly style, with rich, generous black fruits accented with cocoa, coffee and caramel. There's a streak of vanilla custard also, and the fruit has enough depth and mass to hold up through a satisfying finish.",Benchmark,29,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Market Vineyards 2009 Benchmark Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/market-2009-benchmark-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2009,Market Vineyards 15,Red,US,"Shows Petite Sirah's tremendous power, with full-bodied blackberry jam, black currant, dark chocolate and pepper flavors, and there's a wonderful meatiness suggesting charred beef fat. The alcohol is high, yet the wine is measured, with firm, ripe tannins. Really a fine expression of Petite Sirah, Paso-style.",Rosewynn Vineyard,36,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,MCV 2011 Rosewynn Vineyard Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcv-2011-rosewynn-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2011,MCV 15.8,Red,US,"Softly tannic, rich and enormously enjoyable, this Rhône-style blend offers lush flavors of raspberries, cherries, milk chocolate, crispy bacon, black pepper and sandalwood. The alcohol is heady, but balanced with fine acidity. Drink over the next two years for freshness.",,48,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Nicora 2010 G-S-M (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicora-2010-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-paso-robles/,G-S-M,2010,Nicora 16,Red,US,"This wine is frankly high in alcohol, clocking in at 16% by volume. But it's also incredibly delicious, offering soft waves of milk chocolate, black cherry jam, red currants, bacon and black pepper. Drink this wine at night, with rich stews or barbecue, but be careful about driving.",Euphoric La Vista Vineyard,48,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Nicora 2010 Euphoric La Vista Vineyard Grenache-Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicora-2010-euphoric-vista-vineyard-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache-Syrah,2010,Nicora 15,Red,France,"The top wine from Domaine de Cause, it's huge, very dense and concentrated. There is a sense of extraction, showcased by the licorice and dark chocolate flavors. This needs to calm down to give the rich fruits a chance to shine. Give this wine 6–7 years.",Notre Dame de Champs,48,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Domaine de Cause 2009 Notre Dame de Champs Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cause-2009-notre-dame-de-champs-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Domaine de Cause 12.5,White,France,"A terroir driven wine, its name reflects the shellfish shells that are found in the chalk soil of Sancerre. It's full, rounded and rich, but still youthful and needing a further year to age into a complex, mineral-textured wine.",Ammonites,37,91,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Roblin 2011 Ammonites (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roblin-2011-ammonites-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Domaine Roblin 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This edition of Dosaggio Zero shows delicate harmony and complexity with layers of stone fruit, citrus, almond and white flower. Zesty perlage is enhanced by more stone fruit flavors on the silky finish.",Zero,,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi 2008 Zero (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-2008-zero-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Contadi Castaldi 13.5,Red,France,"A dark, brooding wine, packed with firm tannins and solid plum-skin and licorice flavors. The wine is dense and complex—a powerful evocation of Malbec—allowing the juicy fruits to merge with the young structure that needs agng for at least 4–5 years.",Prieuré de Cénac,24,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Saint-Didier-Parnac 2011 Prieuré de Cénac Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-didier-parnac-2011-prieure-cenac-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Château Saint-Didier-Parnac 13.8,Red,US,"A beautiful red wine for drinking now. It's dry and smooth, with that herbal edge you sometimes find in a Sonoma Cabernet. There's a polished, complex stream of dried red and black currants and cola, with a pleasant touch of smoky oak.",,19,88,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,H & G 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/h-g-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,H & G 12.5,Rose,US,"Pretty full-bodied for a rosé, with a copper-pink color and upfront red currant, raspberry cream, vanilla and cinnamon flavors that finish a little sweet. The acidity is just fine. Nice with charcuterie.",Luvisi Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon,20,88,California,Napa,Calistoga,Vermeil 2012 Luvisi Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vermeil-2012-luvisi-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-rose-napa-calistoga/,Rosé,2012,Vermeil 14.9,Red,US,"Lots of fancy, ripe berry, cherry, licorice and brown sugar flavors in this Syrah. It's basically dry, but high alcohol gives it a glycerine feel. Despite firm tannins, it's showing its best now, so drink up.",Justi Creek Vineyard,36,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Dane Cellars 2009 Justi Creek Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dane-cellars-2009-justi-creek-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2009,Dane Cellars 13.5,Red,Spain,"This is light and rusty in color—evidence of a mature wine that's ready to drink now. The nose is spicy, dry and earthy, with tomato, nutmeg and tobacco aromas. The mouthfeel is snappy and drying, with reserved flavors of cocoa, cherry and plum. Spice, tomato and herbal tobacco flavors carry the finish.",Gran Reserva,30,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Cerrada 2006 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cerrada-2006-gran-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Viña Cerrada 14.9,White,US,"Good price for a Chard this balanced and easy to drink. It's dry and finely balanced in acids and oak, with pleasant citrus, pear and tropical fruit flavors. Enjoy with a simple but luxurious meal of cracked crab and buttered bread.",Estate Bottled,20,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2011 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2011-estate-bottled-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2011,Eberle 13.5,White,US,"A vibrant, racy Sauvignon Blanc with concentrated notes of white grapefruit, herbs, and onion peel. It's mouthwatering and richly flavored with mineral notes speckling the finish.",Estate Grown,18,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2011 Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-2011-estate-grown-sauvignon-blanc-southern-umpqua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Melrose 14.5,White,Chile,"This medium-weight Chard is fresh and mildly dusty smelling, with aromas of pear and apple. The palate is lifted, fresh in feel and offers punchy acidity in front of lime, gooseberry and herb flavors. For under $20, this is nicely made and hints at elegance.",Sibaris Reserva Especial,16,88,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2011 Sibaris Reserva Especial Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2011-sibaris-reserva-especial-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Undurraga 12.5,White,France,"Given one year's aging, this fruity wine has blossomed out with pear and peach flavors that go beyond the initial youthful herbaceousness. It has a good depth of flavor, a wine that is both bright with acidity and rich with ripe fruit.",Les Deux Tours,16,88,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Patrick De Ladoucette 2010 Les Deux Tours Sauvignon Blanc (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patrick-ladoucette-2010-deux-tours-sauvignon-blanc-touraine/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Patrick De Ladoucette 13.5,White,Italy,"This is a unique wine indeed. The style here is heavy, thick and shows the limits Pinot Grigio can achieve in terms of extraction and richness. The wine's appearance shows a copperish hue and the texture is thickly laced with carmel, candied fruit and apricot.",Vis Terrae,17,88,,Friuli Grave,,Antonutti 2010 Vis Terrae Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonutti-2010-vis-terrae-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Antonutti 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a beautiful expression of Pinot Nero from the cool climate of northern Italy that opens with candied berry and cherry, with blue flowers, light spice, cola and ginger. The wine (topped with a reusable glass cork) is fresh and tight in the mouth, with a long berry finish.",,18,88,,Alto Adige,,Tramin 2010 Pinot Nero (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tramin-2010-pinot-noir-nero-alto-adige/,Pinot Nero,2010,Tramin 12.5,Red,France,"A richly structured wine with its ripe strawberry fruit flavors layered into firm, dry tannins and prominent smoky acidity. The wine has reached its peak, ripe fruit now showing some of the typical Pinot Noir farmyard character, and is ready to drink.",Les Belles Vignes Rouge,26,87,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Fournier Père et Fils 2008 Les Belles Vignes Rouge (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2008-belles-vignes-rouge-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2008,Fournier Père et Fils 13,Red,Portugal,"The structure of Touriga Nacional shines through this firm, dense wine. It has blackberry fruits, sweet plum and spice all contained within a tight texture. It's a wine that needs some aging, so drink after 2–3 years.",,13,87,Tejo,,,Quinta do Casal Branco 2010 Touriga Nacional (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-casal-branco-2010-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-tejo/,Touriga Nacional,2010,Quinta do Casal Branco 12.6,White,US,"This was a cool vintage, but winemaker Ross Mickel lets the tart, somewhat green fruit flavors express themselves without any residual sugar. Mostly Pinot Blanc, with small amounts of Pinot Gris, Riesling and Gewurztraminer. It's finished at 12.6% alcohol, resulting in a mouth-puckering, citrusy wine with mixed flavors of grapefruit and lemon drop candy.",Meadow,16,87,Washington-Oregon,,,Ross Andrew 2010 Meadow White (Washington-Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ross-andrew-2010-meadow-white-washington-oregon/,White Blend,2010,Ross Andrew 12,White,Italy,Puiatti adopts a “save a tree” philosophy and does not use oak barrels to refine its white wines. The natural aromatic richness of the grape comes though with caramel and exotic fruit. But the bouquet is mild overall and the mouthfeel is crisp and compact.,Lus,27,87,,Venezia Giulia,,Puiatti 2012 Lus Ribolla Gialla (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puiatti-2012-lus-italian-white-ribolla-gialla-venezia-giulia/,Ribolla Gialla,2012,Puiatti 12.5,White,Italy,Sauvignon's exotic fruit aromas shine through loud and clear: Fun is indeed a cheerful wine to drink at informal occasions with barbecued shrimp or vegetable spring rolls. Both the bouquet and the mouthfeel excel in terms of overall freshness and liveliness.,Fun,28,87,,Venezia Giulia,,Puiatti 2012 Fun Sauvignon (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puiatti-2012-fun-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-venezia-giulia/,Sauvignon,2012,Puiatti 14,Red,Chile,"Plum and berry aromas come with a foxy note. The palate on this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Merlot is lively and loud, with crashing tannins and earthy flavors of berry, chocolate and mint. On the finish, it's big, weighty and chocolaty, with chewy tannins.",Gran Reserva,40,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Tacora 2010 Gran Reserva Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tacora-2010-gran-reserva-red-colchagua-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Tacora 13,White,Italy,"Friulano is a wonderfully balanced grape variety that offers good intensity in terms of bouquet and mouthfeel. Here's a sharp and well-defined expression with focused tones of peach, pear and cantaloupe melon.",,19,87,,Friuli Colli Orientali,,Sirch 2011 Friulano (Friuli Colli Orientali),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sirch-2011-italian-white-friulano-friuli-colli-orientali/,Friulano,2011,Sirch 15,Red,Spain,"On first take, this smells a lot like a pizza: there's tomato sauce, oregano, basil and red-plum aromas. In the mouth, it's full and grabby, with robust tannins and herbal, roasted flavors of black fruits offset by mild green notes. Licorice and heat characterize the firm finish.",Vidalba,40,87,Catalonia,Priorat,,Terres de Vidalba 2008 Vidalba Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terres-vidalba-2008-vidalba-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2008,Terres de Vidalba 13.7,Red,US,"This softly gentle, rich Cabernet is nice for drinking now. It has flavors of black cherry jam and dark chocolate, and sweet, smoky oak barrel notes that add complexity.",Old Vine,50,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2010 Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2010-old-vine-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Sebastiani ,White,US,"A blend of Müller-Thurgau, Muscat, and Riesling, this frizzante, off-dry (26 g/L residual sugar) wine is perfumed and broadly appealing with notes of pear, nectarine, orange peel, and honeysuckle.",Transparency White Table Wine,18,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Season 2012 Transparency White Table Wine White (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/season-2012-transparency-white-table-wine-southern/,White Blend,2012,Season 13.5,White,Italy,"Lively freshness and tangy citrus notes open this easy-going Italian white. This Pinot Grigio shows more intensity of aromas with layers of grapefruit, peach and honeydew melon. In the mouth, it feels smooth and polished.",,22,87,,Trentino,,Maso Poli 2011 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maso-poli-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Maso Poli 14.5,Red,US,"This style of Pinot is almost candied, with flavors of cherry pie, brown sugar and buttered toast with raspberry jam. Tasty, if a little one dimensionsal.",Leo,56,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Jeff Gordon 2010 Leo Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeff-gordon-2010-leo-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Jeff Gordon 13,Rose,Italy,You'll love the tangy raspberry sweetness of this northern Italian Rosato. The native grape used is Lagrein and the wine opens with a pretty pink color followed by snappy crispness and a touch of sweetness on the close.,Kretzer,19,87,,Alto Adige,,Josef Weger 2011 Kretzer Lagrein (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-weger-2011-kretzer-italian-red-lagrein-alto-adige/,Lagrein,2011,Josef Weger 13,White,France,"A mineral-driven wine with typical herbaceous flavors, some pineapple and peach fruit and a tangy, lemon-zest aftertaste. It's crisp and fresh, ready to drink now and over the next 2–3 years.",Château de Fontaine-Audon,35,87,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Langlois-Chateau 2011 Château de Fontaine-Audon (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langlois-chateau-2011-fontaine-audon-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Langlois-Chateau 13.7,White,US,"With a residual sugar level of 14g/L, this is a slightly sweet wine tasting of orange peel and honey, still crisp and balanced and ready to pair with a spicy curry or any kind of Thai food. Light in texture, medium in body, it's also dangerously easy to sip alone.",,12,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2012 Chenin Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2012-chenin-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chenin Blanc,2012,Husch 14,Red,Chile,"This lean, fresh style of Pinot is pleasant and cleanly made. Dry aromas of tea are matched by scents of currant and citrus. The palate is racy, with black cherry, mulled spice and oaky flavors. This is light overall and finishes quietly.",Reserva,12,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2011 Reserva Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2011-reserva-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Santa Carolina 14,Red,Chile,"For Cabernet fans, this is what you want for everyday drinking. The nose is leafy but not green, with plum and berry aromas. The palate shows density and freshness along with flavors of cassis, berry, herbs and chocolate. It thickens on the finish but remains balanced throughout.",Reserva,12,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2011 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2011-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Santa Carolina 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"As far as Prosecco goes, this Millesimato Superiore shows roundness and suppleness that gives it determination and length on the finish. The mouthfeel is driven by layers of apricot, white flower and lemony mousse.",Brut Millesimato,22,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,San Giuseppe 2010 Brut Millesimato (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-giuseppe-2010-brut-millesimato-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,San Giuseppe 12,White,France,"This is soft, slightly sweet Chenin Blanc. It has honey, a herbal character and flavors of cranberries. With its soft texture, this is a wine that is ready to drink—rounded yet with plenty of acidity at the end.",,11,87,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Saget Père et Fils 2011 Vouvray,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saget-pere-fils-2011-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Saget Père et Fils 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"For an under-$10 sparkling wine, this is pretty darn good. Lemon-lime and apple aromas feature a touch of yeast and scrambled egg. The mouthfeel is fresh, while flavors of apple, pear and melon set up a persistent finish.",Kila,9,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Vins El Cep 2010 Kila Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-el-cep-2010-kila-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2010,Vins El Cep 13.5,White,Chile,"This is focused up front, with grassy passion fruit and citrus aromas. The mouthfeel is plump and easy due to modest acidity, and the flavors of pole bean, bell pepper and lettuce are green but not severe. White pepper and jalapeño flavors carry the finish.",Reserva,11,87,Maule Valley,,,Viña Casas Patronales 2012 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-patronales-2012-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Viña Casas Patronales 14.6,Red,US,"The grapes come from the western part of the appellation, which may account for the zesty acidity and firm tannins that give the wine so much structure. At the same time, the flavors are direct and sweet, suggesting raspberry jam smeared onto buttered toast.",,32,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Rangeland 2010 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rangeland-2010-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2010,Rangeland 14,White,US,"Here's an easy white wine for sipping on warm summer nights. It's soft and ripe with orange, mango and vanilla flavors, balanced with a squirt of lime juice acidity.",Chrome La Vista Vineyard,28,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ranchero Cellars 2011 Chrome La Vista Vineyard Grenache Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ranchero-cellars-2011-chrome-vista-vineyard-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache Blanc,2011,Ranchero Cellars 13.5,White,Chile,"Like all Matetic SBs, this wine from a warm year is pungent and prickly on the nose, with jalapeño, nettle and gooseberry aromas. The palate feels lively and bouncy, with citrusy lemon and passion fruit flavors along with green notes of nettle and cactus pad. This is mildly acidic and grassy tasting on the finish.",Corralillo,16,87,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2012 Corralillo Sauvignon Blanc (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2012-corralillo-sauvignon-blanc-san-antonio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Matetic 14,White,Italy,"This northern Italian Gewürztraminer opens with huge floral intensity followed by almond paste, dried sage and a hint of rubber or natural gas. It is true to the variety with lush thickness and softness on the close.",,23,87,,Trentino,,Maso Poli 2011 Gewürztraminer (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maso-poli-2011-gewurztraminer-trentino/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Maso Poli 13,White,Italy,"Don't underestimate this clean and zesty expression of Malvasia from the northeast corner of Italy. The wine offers beautiful, crisp intensity with bright notes of green melon and lime. It's a perfect choice for outdoor cocktails on the veranda.",,20,87,,Friuli Colli Orientali,,Sirch 2011 Malvasia (Friuli Colli Orientali),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sirch-2011-italian-white-malvasia-friuli-colli-orientali/,Malvasia,2011,Sirch 12,Red,France,"Young Cabernet Franc with its classic tight, perfumed, almost stalky character. It is bright and fruity, black currant and berry fruits dominant. It is already a delicious wine to drink young.",Expression,30,87,Loire Valley,Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil,,Pascal & Alain Lorieux 2011 Expression (Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-alain-lorieux-2011-expression-cabernet-franc-saint-nicolas-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Pascal & Alain Lorieux 14.5,White,US,"This rich, ripe Chardonnay is made in the modern style, with oaky flavors of pineapple jam, orange zest and vanilla custard, housed in a buttery, creamy texture. Brisk acidity provides needed balance.",Reserve,60,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,ZD 2011 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zd-2011-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,ZD 15.4,Red,US,"Zin's rustic personality becomes downright pushy with this country-style wine. It's high and hot in alcohol, with briary wild berry, currant, licorice and cola flavors that go on into a long, spicy finish. Perfect for summer barbecue, but it does go to your head fast.",Crow Ridge Vineyard Ancient Vine,37,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,V. Sattui 2010 Crow Ridge Vineyard Ancient Vine Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2010-crow-ridge-vineyard-ancient-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,V. Sattui 13.8,Red,US,"This Yakima valley Merlot is forward and leafy, with hints of dried herb alongside fruit flavors of strawberry and raspberry. It seems more delicate than its listed alcohol (13.8% abv) would suggest, but it's a nice bottle for near-term enjoyment.",Copeland Vineyard,22,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Two Mountain 2009 Copeland Vineyard Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-mountain-2009-copeland-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2009,Two Mountain 14,White,Chile,"Although the bouquet on this coastal wine is green, meaning there are aromas of canned beans and alfalfa, the body is plump and properly acidic. Flavors of vegetal-leaning lime, grass and bell pepper culminate in a solid feeling but mildly bitter tasting finish.",Centauri,21,87,San Antonio,,,O. Fournier 2011 Centauri Sauvignon Blanc (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2011-centauri-sauvignon-blanc-san-antonio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,O. Fournier 14.7,Red,US,"This is the winery's first varietal bottling of Cabernet Franc, and it captures the green, herbal side of the grape. There are dark fruit flavors also, but the green streak dominates. That said, it's supple and balanced, and for fans of that style of Franc it's a perfectly fine example.",,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2009 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2009-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2009,:Nota Bene 13,White,Italy,"Beautifully fragrant and crisp, this dry white wine shows the best side of Italian Pinot Grigio. There's a bright burst of citrus and honeydew melon that drives a fresh, silky mouthfeel. You can taste those zesty fruit tones that are characteristic of cool climate winemaking.",,20,87,,Alto Adige,,Niedermayr Josef 2011 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niedermayr-josef-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Niedermayr Josef 14,Red,Chile,"Berry fruit, baking spice aromas and a hint of sweet plastic define the bouquet. This is solid in feel, with raspberry, lemony oak and baking spice flavors. It's mellow and a touch soft on the finish, but overall it works fine and it's definitely not herbal in character.",Axel,20,87,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2009 Axel Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2009-axel-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,La Playa 12,Sparkling,France,"With its delicious apple and lemon acidity, this is a really crisp, fruity and full-in-the-mouth sparkling wine. It has good depth of flavor with quince and walnut flavors and a lemon-zest aftertaste.",Brut,15,87,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,La Cheteau NV Brut Sparkling (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheteau-nv-brut-sparkling-cremant/,Sparkling Blend,,La Cheteau 14.8,Red,US,"The winery doesn't disclose what the varietal blend is, although it tastes a lot like Zinfandel. For a wine this old, it's showing just fine. The blackberries and currants are beginning to soften and mellow, acquiring dried fruit and mushroom notes, yet the tannins are still strong. Will continue to develop in a clean way for years to come, but your window of opportunity is over the next year or two.",Plaza,30,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2006 Plaza Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2006-plaza-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Wilson 12.5,White,Spain,"This lean white isn't as exciting or full bodied as in prior years but it's still a good quaffer. Mild peach and apple aromas lead to a tangy, semi-sharp palate with lemon, orange and underripe nectarine flavors. On the finish, it loses some snap and turns wheaty tasting. Drink immediately.",,15,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Martín Códax 2011 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-codax-2011-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,Martín Códax 12.3,Red,US,"Among all Ken Wright's single vineyard Pinots, the McCrone is the most tannic and hard-edged. Tart cranberry fruit pokes through chewy tannins. It's a wine that may require several hours of decanting.",McCrone Vineyard,60,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Ken Wright 2011 McCrone Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2011-mccrone-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2011,Ken Wright 13,White,France,"There is only a small production of white Chinon, although to judge by this bright and creamy wine there should be more. Although it is dry, the wine has an exotic honey and mango flavor, layering the fruit with acidity and a touch of minerality. Drink over the next 2–3 years.",,17,87,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Jean-Maurice Raffault 2011 Chinon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-maurice-raffault-2011-chenin-blanc-chinon/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Jean-Maurice Raffault 12.5,White,Italy,"Here is a fascinating and charming expression of Müller-Thurgau that offers an almost dry mouthfeel (there is only a trace of distant sweetness here) with crisp aromas of citrus, crushed mineral, almond paste and honeydew melon.",,20,87,,Alto Adige,,Abbazia di Novacella 2011 Müller-Thurgau (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-novacella-2011-other-white-muller-thurgau-alto-adige/,Müller-Thurgau,2011,Abbazia di Novacella 13,White,Italy,"Made from the Incrocio Manzoni variety (a clonal cross of grapes created in the 1930s) this fresh white wine delivers citrus, white peach and almond skin. It tastes lean and easy on the close.",Istituto Agrario San Michele all'Adige,30,87,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,Fondazione Edmund Mach 2010 Istituto Agrario San Michele all'Adige Manzoni (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fondazione-edmund-mach-2010-istituto-agrario-san-michele-alladige-italian-white-manzoni-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,Manzoni,2010,Fondazione Edmund Mach 14.9,Red,US,"Smooth, tannic and fruity, this is an easy Cab to drink now. It shows real polish in the structure, and has spicy flavors of cherries, currants, cola and smoky oak. Give it a good decanting before pouring.",,35,87,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,H & G 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/h-g-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,H & G 13.9,White,US,"Lots of mouthwatering acidity on this clean, pure Sauvignon Blanc. It has pleasant tropical fruit and peach flavors, as well as a touch of gooseberry and bell pepper, the result of a cool vintage in a part of Napa Valley subject to the maritime influence. It's a good wine, solid and balanced for drinking now",Block House Vineyard,18,87,California,Napa,Yountville,Gauthier 2011 Block House Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gauthier-2011-block-house-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-yountville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Gauthier 15,Red,Spain,"Prune and blackberry aromas announce this Garnacha. The palate is aggressive and oaky, with astringency and hard tannins running side by side with black, toasty flavors of blackberry, molasses and chocolate. Things turn more sticky and ripe on the finish.",,24,87,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Gastiago 2010 Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gastiago-2010-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2010,Gastiago 13,White,Portugal,"Vino della Pace is an ambitious blend of hundreds of grape varieties collected from vineyards on five continents intended to symbolize world peace. In the glass, it presents muddled aromas of ripe peach, pineapple and cinnamon followed by a thick, almost syrupy mouthfeel.",Vino della Pace,30,87,Table wine,,,Cormòns 2010 Vino della Pace White (Table wine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cormons-2010-vino-della-pace-white-table-wine/,White Blend,2010,Cormòns 14.2,Red,US,"This '09 shows real varietal and coastal character. It's bone dry, vibrant in acidity and flavorful in cherry pie, Dr. Pepper cola and sweet oak. Balanced and gentle, it's an easy wine to like now.",,32,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Corkscrew 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corkscrew-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Corkscrew 12.5,Red,France,"The Negrette provides the main component in this spicy, beetroot and red-berry flavored wine. It is fruity with considerable acidity, and smoothed out by a rich finish.",Tradition,15,87,Southwest France,Fronton,,Château Coutinel 2010 Tradition Negrette (Fronton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coutinel-2010-tradition-other-red-negrette-fronton/,Negrette,2010,Château Coutinel ,White,France,"This is an apple-crisp wine with some depth as well as freshness. It's bright and fragrant, touched with lemon drops and a clean, light aftertaste.",Sur Lie,,87,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Domaine des Trois Toits 2010 Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-trois-toits-2010-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2010,Domaine des Trois Toits 9,Sparkling,France,"A semisweet red sparkling wine made from Gamay, this deliciously refreshing, apéritif-style wine is fragrant and only just hints at tannins. Drink chilled with salami.",Made by G,,87,France Other,Vin de France,,Domaine des Nugues 2011 Made by G Gamay (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nugues-2011-made-by-g-gamay-vin/,Gamay,2011,Domaine des Nugues 12,White,France,"This is a lively apple and citrus flavored wine with a zingy lime-zest texture, taut acidity and a salty, crisp feel.",Sur Lie,14,87,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Château de la Ragotiere 2010 Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ragotiere-2010-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2010,Château de la Ragotiere 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Leather, turned earth and spiced berry aromas introduce a textured, strapping wine with cherry and plum flavors riding on a stream of acidity. The finish is good, lightly oaked and clean.",Viña Cornejo Costas High Altitude Vineyards,10,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Don Rodolfo 2012 Viña Cornejo Costas High Altitude Vineyards Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-rodolfo-2012-vina-cornejo-costas-high-altitude-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2012,Don Rodolfo 13.5,White,US,"A crisp Semillon with dense, fleshy fig flavor, a pronounced woodiness and impressively long finish. This is another high-quality vintage of the wine for Chatom, which consistently produces good examples of Sierra Foothills Semillon.",,16,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Chatom Vineyards 2011 Semillon (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatom-vineyards-2011-semillon-semillon-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Sémillon,2011,Chatom Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"Made from undisclosed red varieties, this is a useful wine, dry and tannic. It has pleasant berry, cherry, anise and tobacco flavors, with a touch of smoky oak. Drink now.",The Climber Limited Release,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clif Family 2010 The Climber Limited Release Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clif-family-2010-climber-limited-release-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Clif Family 14.6,White,US,"Blended with some Viognier, which brings exotic tropical fruit richness to the honey, lemons and limes. You'll find brisk acidity, which makes this lush wine perfect for Asian fare.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Barton 2011 Chenin Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-2011-chenin-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Barton 14.1,White,US,"Speaking of summertime, this wine will be great on a warm afternoon, at the beach or in the backyard. It's balanced in alcohol, so it won't go to your head, and is flavorful in oranges, apricots and limes.",Summertime,34,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Burbank Ranch 2010 Summertime Grenache Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burbank-ranch-2010-summertime-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache Blanc,2010,Burbank Ranch 14,White,Italy,"Focused and sharp, this wine presents an extremely clean and crisp portrait of Pinot Grigio. You'll recognize aromas of stone fruit and citrus with soft touches of pineapple and mango at the back.",,19,87,,Alto Adige,,Castel Sallegg 2011 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castel-sallegg-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Castel Sallegg 11.2,Dessert,US,"Deep golden in color, this botrytized Chardonnay boasts 192 g/L residual sugar (40 brix when picked) and tastes of honeycomb and ripe apricot. It's balanced and not at all sickly sweet. Pour it over gourmet vanilla bean ice cream and be done.",Botrytis Left Edge Selection,41,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Russian River Vineyards 2009 Botrytis Left Edge Selection Chardonnay (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russian-river-2009-botrytis-left-edge-selection-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Chardonnay,2009,Russian River Vineyards 13,White,Italy,"Some of the aromatic magic present in Aquilis (this estate's top shelf Sauvignon) comes through here. This is a fresh and fragrant white with bright aromas of citrus, exotic fruit, papaya, tomato leaf, sage and crushed white pepper. The mouthful is mild and tempered but the bouquet really sets the wine apart.",,,88,,Friuli Aquileia,,Tenuta Cà Bolani 2011 Sauvignon (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-ca-bolani-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-friuli-aquileia/,Sauvignon,2011,Tenuta Cà Bolani 14.5,Red,US,"Classic Dry Creek Zin, tannic and filled with briary, brambly wild berry, currant, anise, leather, peppercorn and sandalwood flavors. Brings elegance to Zin's rustic personality. Great upscale barbecue wine, or try with a chicken or beef stew.",,22,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2010 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2010-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Quivira 14,Red,Spain,"This Tempranillo is more traditional than modern. The nose is crisp, with a hint of tomato, clay and dry herbs along with plum and berry aromas. The palate shows proper grip and honest flavors of leafy berry, carob, earth and prune. It's short on the finish but perfectly good overall.",Coronas,15,88,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Torres 2009 Coronas Tempranillo (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2009-coronas-tempranillo-catalunya/,Tempranillo,2009,Torres 14.5,Red,US,"At the age of 2 1/2 years or so, this fresh Syrah is all about licorice, currant and blackberry fruit, with loads of black pepper. Tastes like it's right out of the fermenter, with firm tannins and bright acidity. Doesn't drink like an ager, so give it a good decant and drink soon.",White Hawk Vineyard,30,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Nagy 2010 White Hawk Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nagy-2010-white-hawk-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,Nagy 13.5,White,Italy,"Molamatta is a blend of Pinot Bianco, Friulano and Ribolla Gialla that opens with a pretty golden color and rich aromas of creamy peach and vanilla mousse with pretty highlights of citrus and light spice. This feels rich and long on the palate.",Molamatta,23,88,,Collio,,Marco Felluga 2010 Molamatta White (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-felluga-2010-molamatta-white-collio/,White Blend,2010,Marco Felluga 14,White,Italy,"Indra is a lovely Sauvignon with a smooth, rich mouthfeel and bright aromas of citrus, yellow flower, honey and ginger. This wine would make the perfect pairing partner to creamy shrimp risotto or spaghetti with vongole.",Indra,22,88,,Alto Adige,,Girlan 2011 Indra Sauvignon (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girlan-2011-indra-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-alto-adige/,Sauvignon,2011,Girlan 13.5,White,US,"Honey, lemon-drop candy, vanilla and buttered toast are the flavors on this fine, crisply acidic Chardonnay. Clean and easy to sip, at a good price for the quality.",Director's,17,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Francis Coppola 2011 Director's Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-coppola-2011-directors-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Francis Coppola 12,White,France,"A soft, apple-fruited wine that has fine, flinty acidity to go with its lively grapefruit freshness. An extra year of aging has given it roundness while retaining the seafood-friendly nature of Muscadet.",Vieilles Vignes Sur Lie,,88,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Domaine des Tilleuls 2010 Vieilles Vignes Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tilleuls-2010-vieilles-vignes-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2010,Domaine des Tilleuls 14,Red,France,"Herbs and tobacco aromas on this so-young wine. It's toasty, with red currant and raspberry fruits, very smoky in flavor, tightly textured and dry. Give this wine two years.",Clos de Chaumont,23,88,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Domaine de la Perruche 2011 Clos de Chaumont (Saumur-Champigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-perruche-2011-clos-chaumont-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Domaine de la Perruche 13,White,France,"A creamed apple note that is shot through with perfumed acidity and lemon juice. It has an edge that is crisply herbal, adding texture to this cool-climate, though rich, wine.",,25,88,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Domaine de la Noblaie 2011 Chinon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-noblaie-2011-chenin-blanc-chinon/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Domaine de la Noblaie 13,White,France,"This is a steely, herbaceous wine with citrus fruits and pink grapefruit propelling it forward. Intensely fruity and ripe but with a refreshing lemon-zest aftertaste.",,27,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Vincent Delaporte 2011 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-delaporte-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Domaine Vincent Delaporte 14.5,Red,Spain,"This is a fairly dense and rich wine given the price. The nose deals raisin, plum and cherry aromas in front of a loaded, chewy palate with earthy, slightly flat berry and rubbery flavors that are accompanied by low-level acidity. Don't wait long to drink this generous value wine.",El Albar,12,88,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,François Lurton 2009 El Albar Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2009-el-albar-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2009,François Lurton 13.5,Red,Chile,"This Pinot is spunky on the nose, with rubber, herb and lean red-fruit aromas. It keeps that lean profile on the palate, which is fresh and not the least bit thick, with raspberry and red cherry flavors. The finish is light and airy but fresh and honest. Drink now.",Aconcagua Costa Wild Ferment,21,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2011 Aconcagua Costa Wild Ferment Pinot Noir (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2011-aconcagua-costa-wild-ferment-pinot-noir-aconcagua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Errazuriz 13.5,Red,Chile,"Hard spice, leather and animal fur aromas form the nose on this wiry, somewhat high-acid Syrah. In the mouth, it's juicy and forward, with reedy, pointed cherry and berry flavors in front of a fresh, lightly gamy tasting finish.",Aconcagua Costa Single Vineyard,20,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2010 Aconcagua Costa Single Vineyard Syrah (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2010-aconcagua-costa-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-aconcagua-valley/,Syrah,2010,Errazuriz 13.5,White,France,"There's just a hint of honey on this essentially dry wine, giving a delightful take on the pear fruit and citrus acidity. It has some weight and density to bring out the fruitiness.",Cuvée Embrun,19,88,Southwest France,Jurançon Sec,,Château de Rousse 2011 Cuvée Embrun (Jurançon Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rousse-2011-cuvee-embrun-other-white-gros-manseng-jurancon-sec/,Gros Manseng,2011,Château de Rousse 13.5,White,Chile,"The nose on this basic Sauvignon is likeable, with moderate citric bite and zing. It's smooth and tasty in the mouth, with lime, tangerine, passion fruit and minerality. A cleansing, smooth finish confirms the wine's quality. It says a lot for the potential of Chilean SB.",Reserva,15,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Casa Rivas 2012 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-rivas-2012-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Casa Rivas 14.8,Red,US,"A bruiser of a Zin: Brash, bold and briary. It's stuffed with powerful blackberry, black currant, tobacco and pepper flavors, and strongly suggests spicy dishes, like Szechuan beef.",Karma Zin Bastoni Vineyard,33,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Carol Shelton 2009 Karma Zin Bastoni Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2009-karma-zin-bastoni-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Carol Shelton 14.1,White,US,"Fraîche is a blend of Picpoul, Grenache Blanc, Marsanne and Roussanne, in equal proportion, and all from the estimable Boushey vineyard. Its scents are lightly tropical, with a hint of bubble gum; its color is turning slightly tawny, suggesting that it is at or near its drinking peak. The flavors are a ripe, vivid, fruit-driven take on a Rhône-style white blend.",Boushey Vineyard Fraîche,24,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Bunnell 2010 Boushey Vineyard Fraîche White (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2010-boushey-vineyard-fraiche-white-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Bunnell 14.4,Red,US,"The oak plays a prominent role here with notes of char, marshmallow and vanilla out in front of herbs and dark cherry. It's bold and structured with a firm squeeze of tannins and tart acidity.",Northridge Vineayrd,40,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Bunnell 2009 Northridge Vineayrd Petite Sirah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2009-northridge-vineayrd-petite-sirah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Petite Sirah,2009,Bunnell 14.5,Red,US,"The Viognier co-ferment (3%) stands out with notes of orange peel and flowers alongside oak spices, cherry, and cranberry. The palate is soft and textured with vanilla notes on the finish.",Clifton Hill Vineyard,40,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Bunnell 2008 Clifton Hill Vineyard Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2008-clifton-hill-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2008,Bunnell 14.5,Red,US,"An oak-driven blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Cinsault, and Petite Sirah with notes of vanilla and woodspice sitting atop concentrated dark cherries, stewed raspberries, and white pepper leading to a vanilla filled finish.",a'pic Red Wine Stonetree Vineyard,34,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Bunnell 2008 a'pic Red Wine Stonetree Vineyard Red (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2008-apic-red-wine-stonetree-vineyard-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Red Blend,2008,Bunnell 14.8,Red,US,"This Cabernet couldn't be riper. Its blackberries and cherries are explosive, and veer into chocolate-covered raisins. Yet the wine is very dry and tannic. It's direct in its appeals now, but could easily develop bottle complexity over the next 6–8 years.",Reserve,32,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Alma Sol 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-sol-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Alma Sol 14.8,White,US,"Shows the ripe, flashy side of Viognier, with orange, tropical fruit, pear and vanilla flavors. Brisk acidity provides fortunate balance. Drink now with Asian fare, a salad with savory greens and fruit.",,20,88,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Bonaccorsi 2010 Viognier (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonaccorsi-2010-viognier-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Viognier,2010,Bonaccorsi 14.3,Red,US,"The tannins give this wine a lockdown feeling, making it hard and astringent. But the fruit is strong and jammy, suggesting raspberries, cherries and blackberries. Made from Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, it's forward and one-dimensional now, but delicious, and unlikely to improve with age.",Voyage Vacation,40,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bon Niche 2010 Voyage Vacation Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bon-niche-2010-voyage-vacation-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,Bon Niche 12.5,Red,US,"A pretty nose opens with nicely-defined fruit—raspberry and cherry—supported with tangy acidity. The structure throughout is well-defined and provides a good framework, though the finish, at this point in time, does a quick fade.",Guadalupe Vineyard,60,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ken Wright 2011 Guadalupe Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2011-guadalupe-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Ken Wright 14.5,White,Italy,"Here's a pure expression of the Kerner grape from cool climate, northern Italy that exhibits bright fruit characteristics of peach and melon followed by good density and a waxy texture. The past few years have seen an increase in production of the variety that is otherwise considered a novelty in Italy.",Carned,27,88,,Alto Adige,,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 2011 Carned Kerner (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellerei-kaltern-caldaro-2011-carned-other-white-kerner-alto-adige/,Kerner,2011,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 15.5,White,US,"Vanilla, buttered toast and honey flavors mark this ripe wine. The fruit veers toward apricots, Meyer lemons and papayas that have been roasted on a grill. Complex and full-bodied, this wine will pair with a wide range of foods.",,28,88,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Grassini 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grassini-2011-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Grassini 14,White,Australia,"Broad on the palate and seemingly even a bit warm in alcohol, this lacks the spine and concentration of the Art Series bottling yet still remains a bold, authoritative example of Margaret River Chardonnay. Apple, pear and melon notes all swirl together before finishing in a whirl of smoke. Drink now.",Prelude Vineyards,36,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2009 Prelude Vineyards Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2009-prelude-vineyards-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2009,Leeuwin Estate 12.5,Red,France,"The Hospices de Saumur is a charitable foundation, with the Clos Cristal one of the donations of vineyards. This young, fruity 2011 shows some rough, rustic edges while also giving full, red berry fruits and some tight tannins. For aging over the next 2–3 years when it will smooth out.",Clos Cristal,29,88,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Hospices de Saumur 2011 Clos Cristal (Saumur-Champigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hospices-saumur-2011-clos-cristal-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Hospices de Saumur 14.8,Red,US,"After three-plus years in the bottle, this Grenache is still a bit sharp. But it's a delicious, interesting wine with all sorts of berry, cherry, currant, grilled meat, tobacco and sandalwood flavors. An inaugural release from this winery, which has been selling their fruit to other wineries for years.",Estate Grown,40,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Larner 2009 Estate Grown Grenache (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larner-2009-estate-grown-grenache-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache,2009,Larner 15,Red,Chile,"This black wine is so ripe it's syrupy. Dense aromas of blackberry, raisin, cassis liqueur and perfume push the limit, while licorice, prune, raisin, blueberry and chocolate flavors end in a sticky, slow-moving finish with a lot of weight. This tastes every bit like a warm-climate wine.",Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard,25,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Lapostolle 2009 Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2009-cuvee-alexandre-apalta-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2009,Lapostolle 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A fruity sparkling wine, packed with fresh strawberries and balanced citrus acidity. It's fragrant and crisp, and made from Cabernet Franc which gives an extra perfume. There is a delicious crispness to finish.",Brut Rosé,30,88,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Langlois-Chateau NV Brut Rosé Cabernet Franc (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langlois-chateau-nv-brut-rose-cabernet-franc-cremant-de-loire-165456/,Cabernet Franc,,Langlois-Chateau 12,White,France,"Ripe, relatively full-bodied Muscadet with a soft texture of ripe Granny Smith apples and touches of apricot. It does have a dry, crisp finish that provides some tight acidity, although its softness lets it work as both an aperitif and a food wine.",Réserve des Cleons,10,88,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Lacheteau 2011 Réserve des Cleons (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lacheteau-2011-reserve-cleons-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2011,Lacheteau 14.5,Red,Chile,"This big, jammy Syrah from the Maipo Alto is typically leathery and spicy smelling. The body on this wine is fat and weighty, while flavors of buttery oak and spiced berry meld together if given time in the glass. On the finish, this is oaky and herbal tasting, with a creamy feel.",Limited Edition,20,88,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Pérez Cruz 2010 Limited Edition Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-perez-cruz-2010-limited-edition-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2010,Viña Pérez Cruz 14.5,Red,US,"You can smell the Zinniness a mile away with the first teasings of wild berries, forest nettles, licorice, exotic spices, tobacco and dried currants. It's a rich, softly tannic wine, and quite successful, although it is a little ripe in the finish.",Barn Owl Zin,19,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Birdland 2010 Barn Owl Zin Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/birdland-2010-barn-owl-zin-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2010,Birdland 15.3,Red,US,"Soft, warm in alcohol and delicious, this is a wine meant to dazzle and it does. A blend of Zinfandel, Malbec and Petit Verdot, it's marked by ripe, forward blackberry, cherry and chocolate flavors, wrapped into soft tannins and finished with sweet smoky oak.",Escaliers Stairs,35,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bon Niche 2010 Escaliers Stairs Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bon-niche-2010-escaliers-stairs-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,Bon Niche 14,Red,Spain,"The color may be fading but this wine is still pumping out a lot of volume. The nose features earthy, meaty, raisiny aromas. In the mouth, it's syrupy and borderline sticky, with flavors of caramel, cooked berry fruits and creamy oak. Yes, it's a touch syrupy but for $12 it's bringing a lot to the table. Drink now.",Esenzia Old Vine,12,88,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra del Bajo Aragón,,Bodegas Tempore 2009 Esenzia Old Vine Garnacha (Vino de la Tierra del Bajo Aragón),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-tempore-2009-esenzia-old-vine-grenache-garnacha-vino-tierra-bajo-aragon/,Garnacha,2009,Bodegas Tempore 14.1,Red,US,"It's all about richness in this flashy, ripe Pinot Noir. Raspberry pie, cola, sugared tea, honey and buttered toast flavors flood the mouth, and are fortunately balanced by crisp acidity.",Muns Vineyard,40,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Beauregard 2011 Muns Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beauregard-2011-muns-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2011,Beauregard 14.5,Red,US,"Mourvèdre dominates the 2008 Lia, with Grenache, Counoise and Syrah filling in the rest. Fragrant and plummy, it's a mouth-filling Rhône-style blend, with smooth, lightly chocolaty tannins.",Lia,34,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bunnell 2008 Lia Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2008-lia-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Bunnell 12.5,White,France,"Initially fresh and herbaceous, then exotic with a tropical-fruit note, this wine boasts both a steely edge and a ripe center. It's young and could age, but at the moment it is fruitily delicious.",Les Deux Tours,16,88,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Patrick De Ladoucette 2011 Les Deux Tours Sauvignon Blanc (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patrick-ladoucette-2011-deux-tours-sauvignon-blanc-touraine/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Patrick De Ladoucette 15.1,Red,US,"Those who love big, blocky, oaky, chewy red wines will love this Cabernet/Syrah blend. It's all that and more, with plenty of black fruits, smoke, and a real sense of terroir.",Raven Ridge,24,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Martin-Scott 2009 Raven Ridge Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-scott-2009-raven-ridge-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2009,Martin-Scott 15,Red,US,"Roughly three quarters Syrah, this includes with Mourvèdre and Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend. The detail is impressive—a high-def wine with berry, herb, dried leaf, bloody meat and a splash of citrus.",Sophia,29,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mosquito Fleet 2010 Sophia Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosquito-fleet-2010-sophia-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Mosquito Fleet 14.5,Red,Spain,"This wine is more no-nonsense in style than over the top or unusual. The bouquet is open and fruity, with hints of vanilla and spice to go with friendly berry scents. It's medium bodied in weight, fresh as a whole, and loaded with berry flavors and mild chocolate accents.",La Vendimia,16,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Palacios Remondo 2011 La Vendimia (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palacios-remondo-2011-vendimia-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2011,Palacios Remondo 15.5,Red,US,"A lusty, rich wine, packed with flavors that are wildly ripe and delicious, yet with the structural balance to lift it to elegance. Blended from Grenache, Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, it floods the mouth with blackberries, currants, chocolate, bacon and sweet oak flavors that taste brandied. Ready to drink now.",Mad Crush,40,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,ONX 2010 Mad Crush Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/onx-2010-mad-crush-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,ONX 14.5,Red,US,"Charbono is an old variety in Napa Valley, now rarely grown. This wine is bitterly tannic, yet the blackberry, cherry and mocha fruit is so strong, it breaks through the astringency, making the wine drinkable now. But it will age for at least a decade, maybe two. Try as an interesting alternative to Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot.",Frediani Vineyard,45,88,California,Napa,Calistoga,OnThEdge 2010 Frediani Vineyard Charbono (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/onthedge-2010-frediani-vineyard-italian-red-charbono-napa-calistoga/,Charbono,2010,OnThEdge 13,White,Italy,"This Italian Sauvignon offers a soft, round texture followed by sweet aromas of ripe peach and exotic fruit. There's a plump and fragrant quality here that gives the wine a broad and creamy sensation on the palate.",,18,88,,Alto Adige,,Abbazia di Novacella 2011 Sauvignon (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-novacella-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-alto-adige/,Sauvignon,2011,Abbazia di Novacella 14.7,Red,US,"An aromatic estate grown Grenache with notes of sasparilla, raspberry jam, and white pepper. It's luscious and rich with succulent red fruit flavors and soft tannins, showing some heat on the finish.",Purple Reign Estate Grown Grenache Destiny Ridge Vineyards,38,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Alexandria Nicole 2010 Purple Reign Estate Grown Grenache Destiny Ridge Vineyards Grenache (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2010-purple-reign-estate-grown-grenache-destiny-ridge-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Grenache,2010,Alexandria Nicole 12.5,White,France,"Currant fruits, a tight, mineral character and crisp citrus are combined with a richer potential that will round this wine out over the next year. It has weight, a steely edge and youthful structure.",Les Belles Vignes,28,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Fournier Père et Fils 2011 Les Belles Vignes (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2011-belles-vignes-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Fournier Père et Fils 13.5,White,Italy,"Wadleith offers fullness and generosity with bright aromas of yellow rose and stone fruit followed by touches of almond and cinnamon spice. The wine closes with a smooth, waxy feel and a touch of heat on the close.",Wadleith,24,88,,Alto Adige,,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 2011 Wadleith Chardonnay (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellerei-kaltern-caldaro-2011-wadleith-chardonnay-alto-adige/,Chardonnay,2011,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 14.2,Red,US,"Here's an elegant Pinot for drinking now. It's light and silky and dry in the mouth, with spicy flavors of cherry pie, rum punch and cola.",,25,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hook & Ladder 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hook-ladder-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Hook & Ladder 13.6,White,US,"One of the first 2012s to be released, and a fine wine that makes you look forward to Rusack's future bottlings. It's tart in acidity yet rich in honey, apricot, lime and orange flavors, with a savory edge of mouthwatering gooseberry.",,17,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rusack 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2012-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Rusack 14.6,Red,US,"Hailing from the winery's estate vineyards, this broadly appealing Cabernet has notes of pie cherries, licorice, herbs, and oak spice. It's soft and subdued in feel, coating the palate with sweet fruit flavors.",,32,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,RoxyAnn 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roxyann-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-rogue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,RoxyAnn 13.5,White,Italy,Thick peach and apricot intensity opens the bouquet of this delightful Friulano from northeast Italy. Those rich stone fruit qualities are well supported by the wine's overall density and its creamy texture.,Stabili della Rocca,22,88,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Tenuta di Angoris 2011 Stabili della Rocca Friulano (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-angoris-2011-stabili-della-rocca-italian-white-friulano-colli-orientali-friuli/,Friulano,2011,Tenuta di Angoris 14,White,Italy,"This is a fascinating expression of Pinot Grigio from Rive Alte that opens new windows onto the popular wine. The bouquet is sophisticated and bright with peach, crushed white pepper, exotic fruit and white rose. In the mouth, the wine feels creamy and rich.",Sot Lis Rivis,27,88,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Ronco del Gelso 2011 Sot Lis Rivis Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronco-gelso-2011-sot-lis-rivis-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Ronco del Gelso 14,Red,Portugal,"An opulent, ripe wine, with smoky, tobacco aromas, black and red fruits, and tannins cushioned by the richness. The contrast here is the acidity that keeps the wine buoyant and fresh. It's ready to drink.",Vinhas do Lasso,16,88,Lisboa,,,Quinta do Pinto 2009 Vinhas do Lasso Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-pinto-2009-vinhas-lasso-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta do Pinto 14,Red,Portugal,"The maturity of this wine gives it velvetine richness, spice and leather texture. The fruit on this smooth, ripe wine is mellow and offers acidity and red cherries. It's a delight to drink now.",,50,88,Alentejano,,,Quinta do Mouro 2007 Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-mouro-2007-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Mouro 14,Red,Chile,"Round black-fruit aromas are bold and friendly, while in the mouth this is grabby and full bodied. Flavors of roasted plum and berry are generous albeit a hint green in the middle, while toasty darkness defines the finish, which brings a touch of bitterness.",La Capitana Barrel Reserve,18,88,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2010 La Capitana Barrel Reserve Merlot (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2010-capitana-barrel-reserve-merlot-cachapoal-valley/,Merlot,2010,Viña La Rosa 13.5,Red,Chile,"Some hard scratchiness on the nose announces that this has power and isn't generic. Additional scents of leather, olive and roasted berry are typical for a Maipo Cab. In the mouth, it's on stride and fresh, while flavors of earth, vanilla and carob accent generic berry and cassis.",Cefiro Reserva,12,88,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Casablanca 2011 Cefiro Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casablanca-2011-cefiro-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Viña Casablanca 15.8,Red,US,"Gigantic, huge, enormously extracted Zinfandel. So strong, it's practically a food group. Offers tiers of raspberries, cherries, blackberries, black currants, raisins, dark chocolate and spices. The alcohol level is very high, giving it a hot finish. It's a classic example of this old vine, superripe style.",Luvisi Vineyard,42,88,California,Napa,Calistoga,Vermeil 2010 Luvisi Vineyard Zinfandel (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vermeil-2010-luvisi-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-calistoga/,Zinfandel,2010,Vermeil 13.5,White,Italy,"Available for almost half the price as this estate's Nussbaumer expression of Gewürztraminer (with its bright floral intensity), this base rendition of the same grape opens with candied fruit and honey aromas. The mouthfeel is sticky and chewy.",,21,88,,Alto Adige,,Tramin 2011 Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tramin-2011-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Tramin 14.5,White,US,"How about a pizza with prosciutto, mushrooms and mozzarella cheese with this dry, tart Chardonnay? The keen acidity will cut through the richness, while the suggestion of sweet, toasted oak will play well with the meat's umami smokiness.",Estate Tolosa Vineyards,26,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2010 Estate Tolosa Vineyards Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2010-estate-vineyards-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Tolosa 14.3,White,US,"A fine Chardonnay, filled with ripe flavors yet minerally and tart in acidity. Waves of citrus and tropical fruits wash over the palate, enriched with toasty oak. Offers lots of bang for your buck in a ripe, flashy California Chard.",Cuvée 107,18,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Testarossa 2011 Cuvée 107 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2011-cuvee-107-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Testarossa 10,White,US,"Consistent from year to year, this fruity and generous Riesling mixes lime, apples and a dash of pineapple, complementing the ripe fruit with sappy acidity. Round, forward and persistent, it's a great, all-purpose food wine if you are enjoying Thai, Indian or spicy Asian fare.",,14,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2011 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2011-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2011,Seven Hills 14.8,Red,US,"This large-production Zin has lots to like, beginning with the smooth, dry tannins and continuing through the classic flavors of black currants, briary forest berries and exotic spices. It contains some Petite Sirah, which gives it added body and depth. Drink now with barbecue, beef tacos and pepperoni pizza.",,24,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Seghesio 2011 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-2011-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2011,Seghesio 13.3,White,US,"Like a touch of green peppercorn and gooseberry in your Sauvignon Blanc? Then this stylishly elegant one will appeal. It's crisp in acidity, with citrus fruit flavors leading to a honeyed finish.",,22,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Sbragia 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sbragia-2012-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Sbragia 13,Red,France,"A bright, fruity style that shows red berry fruits along with attractive perfumed tannins. This is already an approachable wine, just structured enough to give the juicy fruit a backbone.",Les Chiens-Chiens,19,88,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Domaine de la Noblaie 2010 Les Chiens-Chiens (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-noblaie-2010-chiens-chiens-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Domaine de la Noblaie 13.5,White,Italy,"Satisfying freshness makes this northern Italian Pinot Grigio perfect for salad lunches or smoked salmon. There's a bright personality here with vibrant tones of citrus, green grass and Granny Smith apple.",,20,88,,Collio,,Conti Formentini 2011 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-formentini-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Conti Formentini 13.5,Red,US,"This is a fruit forward, silky Pinot Noir for drinking now. It has rich, appealing flavors of raspberries, red cherries and cola, while oak barrel aging brings notes of vanilla and wood spice.",,27,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2010 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2010-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Gloria Ferrer 14,Red,Spain,"Bold berry and earth aromas are the lead in to this well-structured, honest Ribera red. It's a bit tannic and rough now, but solidly built, with black fruit, minty spice and peppery flavors. The finish is dry, fairly oaky and long enough to show modest complexity. Drink now–2015.",,22,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Finca La Mata 2010 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-mata-2010-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2010,Finca La Mata 13.5,White,Italy,"This is a gorgeous Sauvignon from northern Italy that demonstrates true varietal characteristics of exotic fruit, citrus and tomato leaf. The mouthfeel is sharply etched and crisp with a very tonic and steely feel.",,18,88,,Alto Adige,,Erste Neue 2011 Sauvignon (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erste-neue-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-alto-adige/,Sauvignon,2011,Erste Neue 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A bright and fruity wine, with tannins restrained by red-berry fruits and acidity. It's a great food wine, cutting through rich, fatty foods with its texture and dry core. Drink now or enjoy over the next 4–5 years.",Alma Grande Reserva,,88,Douro,,,Caves Velhas 2010 Alma Grande Reserva Touriga Nacional (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-velhas-2010-alma-grande-reserva-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-douro/,Touriga Nacional,2010,Caves Velhas 15.2,Red,US,"A blend of Syrah, Grenache, Petite Sirah and Mourvedre, this is a full-bodied, smoothly fruity wine for drinking now. It has rich blackberry and cherry flavors, with a hit of sweet, smoky oak.",Rockin' One,42,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cass 2010 Rockin' One Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cass-2010-rockin-one-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Cass 14.2,White,US,"A good example of how well the Central Coast can make Chardonnays that satisfy even without oak barrel aging. The wine is clean and brisk in acidity, with ripe flavors of limes, kiwis and green melons.",No Oak,21,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Tolosa 2011 No Oak Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2011-no-oak-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Tolosa 14.8,Red,US,"Tastes overtly decadent, with brown sugar and glycerine richness riding over the wild cherry, currant, licorice and bacon flavors. The tannic structure is very pure and refined. The sweetness suggests pairing with richly-sauced barbecue.",Grist Vineyard / Katz-Absher Vineyard,45,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2010 Grist Vineyard / Katz-Absher Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2010-grist-vineyard-katz-absher-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Quivira 15,White,Italy,"Nussbaumer is a fresh and beautifully intense expression of Gewürztraminer from northern Italy that lavishes on bright aromas of honeysuckle, citrus blossom and jasmine. The wine is almost too perfumed and shows thick, waxy creaminess on the close.",Nussbaumer,40,88,,Alto Adige,,Tramin 2011 Nussbaumer Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tramin-2011-nussbaumer-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Tramin 15.5,Red,US,"With massively high alcohol, this is a big, heady, full-bodied Zin. It has powerful raisin, currant, licorice and spice flavors. Drink up and enjoy, but bring a designated driver.",Quaglia Vineyard Old Vine,42,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2010 Quaglia Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2010-quaglia-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,V. Sattui 13.5,White,US,"Lightly spritzy, and still showing a hint of yeast, though it's from the 2010 vintage, this is a light, lively, bright and spicy Pinot Gris. It's wonderfully fresh and versatile, with flavors of tree fruits and brioche, nicely melded and proportionate.",,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Wine o'Clock 2010 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-oclock-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2010,Wine o'Clock 14,Red,US,"At the age of nearly six years, this Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend remains deliciously fresh, offering ripe blackberry, cherry, currant, chocolate and oak flavors. It's soft in tannins, which limits ageability, although it's already throwing some sediment. Drink over the next two years.",Bleu Saphir,58,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Millésimé 2007 Bleu Saphir Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millesime-2007-bleu-saphir-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Millésimé 14.2,Red,US,"This is one of the more tannic Cabs out there. It really slams the palate with astringency, making the wine tough to drink. It's impressively rich in black currants, with a long, sweet finish, so it might age, but it's already throwing some sediment and those tannins remain rock hard.",Reserve,65,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuhlmuller-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 14.5,Red,Spain,"You can tell this is a quality wine as you take in the crusty, minerally black cherry aromas. In the mouth, it's medium in intensity but still powerful, while oaky, spicy flavors ride nicely atop plum and berry notes. There's some heat to the finish, but overall this is very likable.",Hado,21,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Pujanza 2009 Hado (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pujanza-2009-hado-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2009,Pujanza 12.9,Red,US,"Shows the crisp elegance, complexity and silkiness of the Sonoma Coast in a linear, appealing way for drinking now. The flavors suggest tart cranberries and sour cherries, with a hint of sweet heirloom tomato.",,32,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Siduri 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Siduri 12,White,US,"A wonderfully quaffable wine, one of the first from the the '12 vintage, at a great price. It's dry but rich with citrus, tropical fruit and mineral flavors, and a tingly acidity.",,14,88,California,California Other,California,Pine Ridge 2012 Chenin Blanc-Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-2012-white-blend-chenin-blanc-viognier-other/,Chenin Blanc-Viognier,2012,Pine Ridge 14,Red,Chile,"This Maule Merlot is a bruiser with berry and cassis aromas accented by campfire and chocolate. In the mouth, it's drawing but lively, with firm acidity and toasty flavors of oak-rich blackberry and dark chocolate. At the end, it's tight, tannic and boasting a powerful oak character.",Serie Riberas Gran Reserva Ribera del Maule,17,88,San Clemente,,,Concha y Toro 2010 Serie Riberas Gran Reserva Ribera del Maule Merlot (San Clemente),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2010-serie-riberas-gran-reserva-ribera-maule-merlot-san-clemente/,Merlot,2010,Concha y Toro 12,White,France,"Rich, creamed apple flavors dominate this wine. With refreshing acidity and a touch of mineral texture, it's a delicious, fruity wine that can be drunk now. Alternatively, age another year or two.",Vieilles Vignes Sur Lie,,88,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Clos de Beauregard 2011 Vieilles Vignes Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-de-beauregard-2011-vieilles-vignes-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2011,Clos de Beauregard 12.5,White,France,"Hinting at tropical fruits, this is a Sauvignon Blanc with some herbaceous, grapefruit flavors but also apricot and fresh pineapple. That gives it a good balance between crisp acidity and warmer texture. Screwcap.",,13,88,Loire Valley,Touraine,,La Grille 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grille-2011-sauvignon-blanc-touraine/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,La Grille 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark spice, mild herbal aromas, lightly stewed berry scents and tomato carry the nose on this Merlot. The mouthfeel is firm and full, and overall quite good, while flavors of baked plum, blackberry, herbs and toast lead to a chocolaty, round finish. This is a good red wine with kick and character.",Gran Reserva de Los Andes,15,88,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2010 Gran Reserva de Los Andes Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2010-gran-reserva-los-andes-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2010,Santa Alicia 13.5,Red,US,"What a great price for a Pinot Noir with this much class. It's silky and immensely rich in raspberry jam, cola and toasty oak flavors, with pleasant acidity. Certainly one of the best under-$15 Pinots available.",,12,88,California,California Other,California,Gnarly Head 2011 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gnarly-head-2011-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Gnarly Head 15.5,Red,Italy,"With 18 months of oak aging, this dark ruby Recioto dessert wine opens with smokey tones of cedar and toasted nut backed by ripe fruit, blackberry and Teriyaki sauce. The finish is generous and full with syrupy cherry flavors.",Le Arele,40,88,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Giuseppe Lonardi 2008 Le Arele (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-lonardi-2008-le-arele-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Giuseppe Lonardi 13.5,White,Portugal,This full bodied white is soft and open. It has good tropical fruit flavors with touches of pineapple and apricot with a bright citrus undertone. It needs a few months to fully integrate into a fine food-friendly wine.,Vinha das Servas,10,88,Alentejano,,,Herdade das Servas 2011 Vinha das Servas White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-das-servas-2011-vinha-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2011,Herdade das Servas 14.4,Red,US,"Blended with 10% Syrah, this is a very strongly-flavored wine, almost like a liqueur of raspberries and cherries. The official alcohol level is 14.4% abv, but it tastes hotter and headier than that, and there also are some superripe notes of shriveled currants. Intense and complex, it calls for particular pairing. Game comes to mind. So does a wild mushroom risotto with pieces of smoked duck.",Le Corbeau Hudson Vineyard,37,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Elyse 2008 Le Corbeau Hudson Vineyard Grenache (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-2008-le-corbeau-hudson-vineyard-grenache-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Grenache,2008,Elyse 13.5,Red,Italy,"Cherry, spice and cedar wood come into immediate focus as soon as you put your nose in the glass of this ruby red dessert wine. The mouthfeel is tight and firm with solid backbone and deep chocolate flavors.",,35,88,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Pietro Zardini 2008 Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-zardini-2008-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Pietro Zardini 13,Red,France,"While it is still young and fruity, the wine has a fine depth of flavor. There is a herbal edge though from the intense perfumes that give the wine an almost exotic feel. Green tea and black currant flavor are delicious in a wine that can age for 2–3 years.",Expression,30,88,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Pascal & Alain Lorieux 2010 Expression (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-alain-lorieux-2010-expression-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Pascal & Alain Lorieux 15.5,Red,US,"Wildly ripe and rich in fruit, offering a tsunami of raspberry and cherry jam, licorice and white chocolate flavors. Fine tannins and acidity provide fortunate balance. The alcohol is very high, but the wine doesn't taste hot. Drink now.",Reckoning,40,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,ONX 2010 Reckoning Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/onx-2010-reckoning-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,ONX 15.1,Red,US,"This is pure Mourvèdre from Stillwater Creek; nicely displaying both tart purple fruit flavors and herbal-edged, yet ripe, tannins. Balanced and authoritative, it's a nice showcase for this up and coming variety. A whiff of the barnyard enhances the nose.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2009 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Mourvèdre (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2009-stillwater-creek-vineyard-mourvedre-columbia-valley-wa/,Mourvèdre,2009,:Nota Bene 13.5,White,Argentina,"This is a lively, full bodied, intense version of Torrontés that doesn't tread lightly. The nose is full of orange, honey and bath oil aromas. In the mouth, it's showing blazing acidity that cuts through peach, orange and burnt citrus-rind flavors. There's weight and coarseness, but also a unique heft and power to it. Drink now.",Felix,30,88,Other,Cafayate,,Felix Lavaque 2011 Felix Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felix-lavaque-2011-felix-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2011,Felix Lavaque 13,White,Spain,"This is very fresh, with bell pepper, white pepper dust, lettuce and mild citrus aromas. As for feel, it's crisp and flashy, with nice lift and bright, almost salad-like flavors of fresh lettuce, cucumber and lemon vinaigrette. Freshness, herbal accents and citrus flavors drive the finish.",Vidal + Vidal Cepas Muy Viejas,16,88,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Familia Vidal 2011 Vidal + Vidal Cepas Muy Viejas Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-vidal-2011-vidal-cepas-muy-viejas-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2011,Familia Vidal 13,Red,France,"Fruity wine that's also given a firm structure by the ripe tannins. It is a textured wine, just starting out on life, with the fruit and acidity dominant. There is a mineral edge, giving a more racy feel, and bringing out the aging potential of 2–3 years.",Terres Chaudes,35,88,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Domaine des Roches Neuves 2011 Terres Chaudes (Saumur-Champigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roches-neuves-2011-terres-chaudes-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Domaine des Roches Neuves 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is soft, nutty and creamy with an open mousse that gives way to pear fruit flavors. The palate has a fine tang with hints of ginger, gentle acidity and some maturity that has rounded the wine out.",Carte Turquoise,23,88,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Domaine des Baumard NV Carte Turquoise Sparkling (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-des-baumard-nv-carte-turquoise-sparkling-cremant-de-loire-167679/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine des Baumard 14.7,Red,US,"At nearly six years of age, this is an interesting wine. Starts out pale and translucent in color, with a light, silky texture. But there's nothing light about the flavors, which are rich and insistent in cherries, and are brightened with considerable acidity. Starting to develop bottle bouquet, it's picking up dried fruit and tea notes. Should continue to develop over the next six years.",Estate Grown,29,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,August Ridge 2007 Estate Grown Nebbiolo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-ridge-2007-estate-grown-nebbiolo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Nebbiolo,2007,August Ridge 13.5,Red,Spain,"Raisin, kirsch and leather aromas define the nose on this crianza. The palate is properly dry, with good acidity and clampy tannins. Flavors of dry oak, herbal notes, raspberry and raisin end in a solid but slightly rough finish. This will go better with food than on its own.",Finca del Marquesado Crianza,10,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2007 Finca del Marquesado Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2007-finca-marquesado-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Bodegas Valdemar 15.2,Red,US,"From 62-year-old, dry-farmed vines, the Esola Zinfandel is leathery, full of tobacco and dust surrounded by spicy red fruit. With great structure and savoriness, it's soft with a light, lingering finish and will develop further with grace another 5–7 years.",Esola Vineyard-Old Vine,20,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2009 Esola Vineyard-Old Vine Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2009-esola-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2009,Amador Foothill Winery 13.5,White,Italy,"Cantina Terlano offers a great value choice with its beautifully focused blend of Pinot Bianco, Chardonnay and Sauvignon. The wine is sharp and pristine with enduring tones of stone fruit, citrus, lemon curd, creamy almond paste and vanilla cream.",,17,88,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 2011 White (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-2011-white-alto-adige/,White Blend,2011,Cantina Terlano 13.5,White,Italy,"With the whimsical fantasy name “Mock,” this northern Italian Sauvignon opens to impressive fullness and density with ripe fruit and peach backed by apple and a touch of Mediterranean herb. In the mouth, the wine feels generous and round.",Mock,23,88,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Produttori Bolzano S. Maddalena/Gries 2011 Mock Sauvignon (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-produttori-bolzano-s-maddalena-gries-2011-mock-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-alto-adige/,Sauvignon,2011,Cantina Produttori Bolzano S. Maddalena/Gries 11.5,White,France,"Demi-sec is just right to describe this soft and rounded wine, packed with almond and white flower fragrances. Yellow fruits on the palate contribute a fine poise between acidity and ripeness. Screwcap.",Demi-sec,17,88,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Château Moncontour 2011 Demi-sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moncontour-2011-demi-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Château Moncontour 12,Sparkling,France,"A blend of Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc and Chardonnay, this is a rich, ripe and full-bodied wine. It has taut. nervy lemon and lime flavors that are laced with a fine texture to give a dry, crisp wine that could age for a year or two.",Brut,,88,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Château de Montguéret NV Brut Sparkling (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montgueret-nv-brut-sparkling-cremant/,Sparkling Blend,,Château de Montguéret 14.5,White,France,"This may be dry Chenin Blanc, but there is this tantalizing touch of honey that goes with the crisp apple and fresh quince fruits. The wine has delicious, refreshingly crisp acidity that counterbalances its natural richness.",Clos de la Division,25,88,Loire Valley,Anjou,,Château la Varière 2009 Clos de la Division Chenin Blanc (Anjou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-variere-2009-clos-division-chenin-blanc-anjou/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Château la Varière 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Crémant de Loire is the Loire-wide sparkling wine appellation. This wine, with its blend of Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay, shows a crisp character, its acidity given brightness by lemon and green-plum fruit flavors. There's an attractive edge of minerality to add some tautness to the wine.",Brut Excellence,14,88,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Bouvet-Ladubay NV Brut Excellence Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouvet-ladubay-nv-brut-excellence-white-blend-chenin-blanc-chardonnay-cremant/,Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay,,Bouvet-Ladubay 14.9,White,US,"This blend of Viognier, Marsanne and Roussanne starts out lush with tangerine, peach, lemon and lime fruit, but it's balanced with crisp acidity. Has some real complexity, but don't drink it too cold as it reveals more nuance as it warms in the glass.",Rockin' One,32,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cass 2011 Rockin' One White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cass-2011-rockin-one-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2011,Cass 15.2,Red,US,"This blend is so massively extracted in blackberry fruit, it's like a spoon of jam right out of the jar. Firm tannins and good acidity help to provide needed balance, yet the alcohol is pretty high, giving it a glyceriney sweet, hot finish. Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with a splash of Petit Verdot.",Suendero,49,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2009 Suendero Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2009-suendero-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Vina Robles 12.5,White,France,"This is a briskly herbaceous wine that's lush with citrusy flavors of pink grapefruit and lime. Sweet tasting red apples round out the palate, giving a fragrant, juicy character. With lively acidity at the end, it is ready to drink now.",Domaine Chatelain French Blonde,22,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Xavier Flouret 2011 Domaine Chatelain French Blonde (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xavier-flouret-2011-domaine-chatelain-french-blonde-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Xavier Flouret 13.9,White,US,"This is a muscular, almost chewy Chardonnay; it tastes like a wine that has had a fair amount of skin contact. The phenolic texture is matched to fruit flavors of apple and Asian pear, with a little hint of bitterness. Well crafted and food ready.",,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Wine o'Clock 2010 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-oclock-2010-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2010,Wine o'Clock 14.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy aromas of root beer, baked cherry, roasted plum and vanilla are deep but come up a bit short on the freshness factor. This is a ripe wine with a dense mouthfeel and syrupy flavors of molasses, brown sugar, chocolate and baked berry fruits. Given its warm Manchuela roots, it's in good shape and should be opened and consumed now.",El Monegrillo,25,88,Central Spain,Manchuela,,Finca El Monegrillo 2006 El Monegrillo Red (Manchuela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-monegrillo-2006-monegrillo-red-manchuela/,Red Blend,2006,Finca El Monegrillo 14.5,White,Italy,"Slightly sweet and chewy, this waxy expression of Gewürztraminer opens with bright tones of exotic fruit, honeysuckle, white rose, dried ginger and candied lemon rind. The aromatic intensity is impressive and the wine is extra creamy and rich on the close.",Aimè,24,88,,Alto Adige,,Girlan 2011 Aimè Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girlan-2011-aime-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Girlan 14.5,Red,Chile,"This mature wine is a touch gritty and baked on the nose, and the palate has some scratch and choppiness to the mouthfeel. But core flavors of stewed berry, baked plum and cherry are good, and the finish of molasses, brown sugar and ripe berry fruit has its merits. Drink now.",Reserve Marchigüe Estate,28,88,Colchagua Valley,,,El Huique 2005 Reserve Marchigüe Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-huique-2005-reserve-marchigue-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,El Huique 14.5,Red,Chile,"This medium-bodied Syrah boasts baking spice, brick dust, brandied cherry and cassis aromas along with some stalky green. The palate is tight and bouncy, with firm tannins and herbal flavors of licorice root, spice, coconuty oak and black fruits. On the finish, it's all about coconut and chocolate.",Signatura,30,88,Maipo Valley,,,Echeverria 2009 Signatura Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2009-signatura-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2009,Echeverria 14.5,Red,US,"Made in a softer, gentler style, almost with the body of a Pinot Noir. But the flavors are intensely concentrated, suggesting blackberries, black currants, cola, mocha and pepper. It's an easy Zin to drink now.",Wine Bush Vineyard 60% / Steinbeck Vineyard 40%,26,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2009 Wine Bush Vineyard 60% / Steinbeck Vineyard 40% Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2009-wine-bush-vineyard-60-steinbeck-vineyard-40-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2009,Eberle 14.7,Red,US,"Eberle brings their signature touch of supreme drinkability to this youthful Cabernet. Strikes you for sheer balance, a wine that doesn't demand to star at the table. Shows classic, pleasant flavors of blackberries, black currants and anise.",Estate Bottled,34,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2009 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2009-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Eberle 11,Dessert,US,"Indisputably Riesling, with its strong aroma of petrol. In the mouth, that oily taste persists, alongside apples, white peaches and honeysuckle, brightened with crisp acidity. It's a honey-sweet wine, which puts it into the dessert category.",Hillside Vineyard,17,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Gauthier 2011 Hillside Vineyard Riesling (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gauthier-2011-hillside-vineyard-riesling-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Riesling,2011,Gauthier 13.5,White,Chile,"One sniff and you will be able to peg this as cool-climate SB. The nose is full of nettle and gooseberry aromas, while the palate feels trim and citrusy. Flavors of gooseberry, nettle and green bean leave a tropical note on the finish. This shows fine acidity but narrow, raw flavors.",Single Vineyard,17,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2012 Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2012-single-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Errazuriz 13,Dessert,France,"In a style that is reminiscent of neighboring Jurançon, Pacherenc produces fruity, fragrant and fresh sweet wines. There is a touch of honey and tropical fruit that balances the acidity and the crispness. A wine for pâtés as well as desserts.",Château Arricau-Bordes,18,88,Southwest France,Pacherenc du Vic Bilh,,Producteurs Plaimont 2010 Château Arricau-Bordes (Pacherenc du Vic Bilh),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/producteurs-plaimont-2010-chateau-arricau-bordes-white-blend-gros-petit-manseng-pacherenc-vic-bilh/,Gros and Petit Manseng,2010,Producteurs Plaimont 13.9,White,Argentina,"This wine fits all the requirements for very nice Torrontés. The nose deals tangerine and pleasant bath soap aromas, while the palate is crisp and juicy, and not oily feeling. Refreshing flavors of grapefruit and tangerine lead to a zesty, as-expected finish.",Don David Reserve,17,88,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Michel Torino 2012 Don David Reserve Torrontés (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2012-don-david-reserve-torrontes-calchaqui-valley/,Torrontés,2012,Michel Torino 12.5,Rose,France,"This is a really fruity rosé with refreshing red currant and raspberry fruit flavors. They are blended with a crisp, dusty texture that offers both an herbaceous and a fuller character. The extra richness makes this a food rosé.",,,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Patient Cottat 2011 Rosé (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patient-cottat-2011-rose-sancerre/,Rosé,2011,Patient Cottat 13,Red,Italy,"Blacedelle is a great introduction wine for those who are not familiar with Lagrein, a traditional grape variety found in the far north of Italy. The wine opens with inky dark concentration and continues with aromas of black fruit, blackberry pie, spice and cigar box.",Blacedelle,30,88,,Alto Adige,,Niedermayr Josef 2009 Blacedelle Lagrein (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niedermayr-josef-2009-blacedelle-italian-red-lagrein-alto-adige/,Lagrein,2009,Niedermayr Josef 13.5,White,Italy,Penon stands out for the purity and the directness of its varietal characteristics. Pinot Bianco delivers more in the mouth in terms of structure than it does to the nose. You feel that density here followed by stone fruit and melon.,Penon,20,88,,Alto Adige,,Nals Margreid 2011 Penon Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nals-margreid-2011-penon-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2011,Nals Margreid 15.2,Red,US,"A flamboyant Cabernet. Flavors of blackberry jam, currants, mocha and sweet, smoky oak flood the mouth. Fortunately, they're controlled by firm tannins. The sweetness is partly from the glycerine of high alcohol. Drink over the next few years with a great steak.",,32,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Rangeland 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rangeland-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Rangeland 14.2,White,US,"Shows Viognier's exuberant, exotic side, with tropical fruit, white flower, kiwi and lime flavors, but the richness is balanced with crisp acidity and a dry finish. A lovely sipping wine for a wide range of appetizers, from tempura and prosciutto-wrapped melon to bacon-wrapped shrimp.",La Vista Vineyard,30,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ranchero Cellars 2011 La Vista Vineyard Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ranchero-cellars-2011-vista-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2011,Ranchero Cellars 13.5,White,Italy,"This is definitely an offbeat wine, and a slightly strange expression of Friulano from northeast Italy. It is also an interesting expression that shows compelling notes of sweet pear and peach followed by smoky mineral or ashen notes, toasted nut, lemon cola and spicy peppermint.",Furlanâ,20,88,,Collio,,Conti Formentini 2011 Furlanâ Friulano (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-formentini-2011-furlana-italian-white-friulano-collio/,Friulano,2011,Conti Formentini 13,White,Spain,"Apple and other white-fruit aromas are appealing. The palate on this well-priced wine is nice and juicy, with a typical blend of green apple, peach and citrus flavors. This is fresh, minerally and linear on the finish. Drink now.",,17,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Con un Par 2011 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/con-un-par-2011-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,Con un Par 14.5,Red,US,"This is a very ripe, fruity Syrah, rich in raspberry, blueberry and cherry jam flavors, with hints of bacon and pepper. The acid-tannin balance is lovely, making the wine easy to like now.",Reserve Three Creek Vineyard,30,88,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Cimarone 2009 Reserve Three Creek Vineyard Syrah (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cimarone-2009-reserve-three-creek-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Syrah,2009,Cimarone 14.6,White,US,"This is a blend of Grenache Bland and Viognier. It shows both varieties, with exotic tropical fruit, tangerine, green apple and Meyer lemon flavors, brightened with crisp acidity.",The River,24,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Barton 2011 The River White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-2011-river-white-central-coast/,Rhône-style White Blend,2011,Barton 14.9,Red,US,"With upfront raspberry, cherry, blackberry, mocha and brown sugar flavors, this is a rich, flamboyant wine. It's soft and sweet, and the alcohol is high. Drink this luscious wine now with rich beef and pork dishes.",Watch Tower,38,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Barton 2010 Watch Tower Syrah-Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-2010-watch-tower-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah-Grenache,2010,Barton 14.8,Red,US,"Sweetly extracted fruit and oak star in this rich Pinot Noir. It has flavors of raspberry jam, cherry pop tart, vanilla, buttered toast, brown sugar and cinnamon. All this richness is balanced by brisk, mouthwatering acidity.",Adastra Vineyard,50,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Talisman 2009 Adastra Vineyard Pinot Noir (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talisman-2009-adastra-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Talisman 13.5,White,Chile,"A powdery smelling, pungent opening leads to a spotty palate with citric acidity and a few holes in the textural fabric. A mix of generic citrus and white stone-fruit flavors ends in a citrusy, minerally finish that's tangy and fresh.",Vernus,17,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Helena 2012 Vernus Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-helena-2012-vernus-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Santa Helena 14.5,Red,US,"Fragrant in game, lavender, herb and red berry fruit, Terre Rouge's only California appellation Syrah is dusty, savory and reasonably light, approachable from beginning to end. On the finish, enjoy handfuls of peppery spice.",Les Cotes de l'Ouest,18,88,California,California Other,California,Terre Rouge 2010 Les Cotes de l'Ouest Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2010-cotes-louest-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2010,Terre Rouge 14.9,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-style blend is three-fifths Cabernet Sauvignon, and one-fifth each Merlot and Cabernet Franc. It opens a bit on the tough and chewy side, with strongly roasted barrel flavors emphasizing the dark, smoky tannins. But there is also good, thick fruit, black cherry and cassis, with a lick of dark chocolate in the finish.",Basis Points,39,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Market Vineyards 2009 Basis Points Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/market-2009-basis-points-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Market Vineyards 13,Rose,France,"This is a crisp raspberry fruited Pinot Noir. It has some richness as well as attractive acidity that gives a fruity feel. This is a dry, food rosé, well balanced with its crisp aftertaste.",Les Villets,24,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Jean Reverdy et Fils 2011 Les Villets Rosé (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-reverdy-fils-2011-villets-rose-sancerre/,Rosé,2011,Jean Reverdy et Fils 14,Red,Portugal,"A heady Syrah, its wood aging and earthy characters are showing strongly. It's full and textured with firm tannins and powerful, juicy, perfumed fruits. The wine is ripe and richly fruity, finishing with intense acidity.",Vila Santa,20,88,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2011 Vila Santa Syrah (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2011-vila-santa-shiraz-syrah-syrah-alentejano/,Syrah,2011,J. Portugal Ramos 14.5,White,Italy,"This beautiful expression of Gewürztraminer opens with bright intensity and zesty aromas of exotic fruit, citrus, spring flower and cinnamon. The wine's appearance is bright and crystalline and the mouthfeel is waxy and dense.",Campaner,33,88,,Alto Adige,,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 2011 Campaner Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellerei-kaltern-caldaro-2011-campaner-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 13,White,France,"Given a year's aging, this Chenin Blanc has lost its initial fruitiness while gaining a more nutty, complex series of flavors. It is rich, full and packed with both acidity and baked-apple fruit flavors. The wine has potential for aging over 2–3 years.",Classic,19,88,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Marc Bredif 2010 Classic (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-bredif-2010-classic-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Marc Bredif 13,White,Italy,This is one of those deliciously dry and mineral-driven Sauvignons that doles out just enough fruit and herbal intensity to keep it interesting and exciting. Stone fruit and cantaloupe melon round off the close.,Tannenberg,32,88,,Alto Adige,,Manincor 2011 Tannenberg Sauvignon (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manincor-2011-tannenberg-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-alto-adige/,Sauvignon,2011,Manincor 13,White,Italy,"A blend of Pinot Bianco, Chardonnay and Sauvignon, this northern Italian white opens with crisp, tangy fruit and long tones of stone fruit, mineral, pineapple and pear. Those fruity notes help support the wine's medium structure and build.",Réserve della Contessa,19,88,,Alto Adige,,Manincor 2011 Réserve della Contessa White (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manincor-2011-reserve-della-contessa-white-alto-adige/,White Blend,2011,Manincor 14.8,Red,US,"A smooth and silky Zinfandel with a great nose of subtle spice, its fruit hiding in the background, Oakland-based Mikami coaxes good things out of its Lodi grapes, from structure and jam to a vanilla-laced finish.",,39,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Mikami Vineyards 2010 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mikami-2010-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2010,Mikami Vineyards 14.9,Rose,US,"This is a big, rich rosé, and a very delicious one. With fairly high alcohol, it's full-bodied, with complex flavors of orange peel, peach, watermelon, vanilla and spices. Perfect with paella or anything with ham.",Pink,16,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,MCV 2012 Pink Rosé (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcv-2012-pink-rose-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rosé,2012,MCV 14,White,Chile,"This is one of Chile's loftier Chardonnays in terms of price, yet year after year it has its limits. This vintage is a little stalky on the nose, with mineral notes and tropical fruit scents. It's showing a defined body along with peach, citrus and oaky flavors. With a mix of acidic bite and creaminess, this straddles both sides of the fence.",Quebrada Sacra,,88,Limarí Valley,,,Maycas del Limari 2010 Quebrada Sacra Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maycas-limari-2010-quebrada-sacra-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Maycas del Limari 14.2,Red,US,"Pretty pricey, but it's a lovely Pinot Noir. Offers lots of upfront raspberry and cherry tart flavors, with a jacket of sweet, smoky oak. The mouthfeel is nice and light. Drink up.",,60,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Terlato 2010 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Terlato ,Red,US,"Here's a brisk young Syrah whose acids and rustic tannins suggest drinking now with roasted and grilled meats, the fattier the better. Shows an interesting mélange of forest berries, dried currants, cured meats and spices.",Block #9,48,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Terlato 2009 Block #9 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2009-block-9-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2009,Terlato 14.9,Red,US,"One of the better examples of Sangiovese out there, in a difficult field. You have to credit the fine vineyard iocated in the emerging Ballard Canyon section of the valley. The acidity is brisk, as it tends to be in this variety, and the finish is thoroughly dry, with flavors of cherries and tobacco. Try as a lighter alternative to Zinfandel.",Stolpman Vineyard,25,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Santa Barbara Winery 2009 Stolpman Vineyard Sangiovese (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2009-stolpman-vineyard-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sangiovese,2009,Santa Barbara Winery 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Solid raspberry, plum and cassis aromas come with a sprinkling of herbal green. The palate features a round feel and good texture, while flavors of cassis and baked plum end in a soft, chunky finish with modest depth.",Felino,19,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Cobos 2011 Felino Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cobos-2011-felino-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Viña Cobos 14.8,Red,US,"A big, robust, brawny wine, proud of being Petite Sirah and making no apologies for its take-no-prisoners approach. Enters the mouth with a blast of wild berries, tobacco and spices, wrapped into big, tough tannins, and doesn't stop kicking through a long, spicy finish. Great now as a summer barbecue wine.",,30,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2010 Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2010-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2010,Quivira 14,White,Italy,Fragrant honeysuckle and white rose build in intensity as the wine's bouquet opens in the glass. This is an interesting expression of the grape with slightly more heft and fullness that other versions of Gewürztraminer found in the far north of Italy.,,,88,,Alto Adige,,St. Pauls 2011 Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-pauls-2011-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2011,St. Pauls 14.5,White,Italy,"Malvasia is widely planted across Italy with clones that vary in aromatic intensity. Despite the grape's deeply historic roots in this country, it is rare to find it vinified in the manner of this vineyard-designate expression. The wine opens with a deep golden color and bright aromas of exotic fruit, pineapple and sweet summer peach. The mouthfeel is rich and soft with just a playful dab of sweetness that would pair with country pâté.",Vigna della Permuta,24,88,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Ronco del Gelso 2011 Vigna della Permuta Malvasia (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronco-gelso-2011-vigna-della-permuta-italian-white-malvasia-isonzo-del-friuli/,Malvasia,2011,Ronco del Gelso 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of tough, old-fashioned tannins on this pugnacious young Cabernet. While it has a good core of blackberries and currants, it's pretty brutal on the palate. Hard to tell if the fruit will outlast the astringency. Try after 2018.",,54,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pine Ridge 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Pine Ridge 12,White,Spain,"This easygoing white is just what most people will want to sip with tapas, appetizers or on its own. It's briny and citrusy on the palate, which is typical for Rueda, and the finish is lasting, with green-herb flavors, cutting acidity and elegance.",,12,88,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Palma Real 2011 Verdejo-Viura (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-real-2011-white-blend-verdejo-viura-rueda/,Verdejo-Viura,2011,Palma Real 13.9,Red,US,"This Yakima Valley Merlot is forward and leafy, with hints of dried herb alongside fruit flavors of strawberry and raspberry. It seems more delicate than its listed alcohol (13.8% abv) would suggest, but it's a nice bottle for near-term enjoyment.",Copeland Vineyard,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Two Mountain 2009 Copeland Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-mountain-2009-copeland-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Two Mountain 16.2,Red,US,"Registering well over 16% abv, this blended Syrah nonetheless retains its complexity and avoids excesses of heat or barrel. In the blend are Mourvèdre and Merlot, adding some herbal highlights to the bright blueberry fruit flavors. This will benefit from another couple of years of bottle age.",,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2009 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2009,:Nota Bene 14.7,Red,US,"Mostly Merlot, with 36% Cabernet Sauvignon and a splash of Malbec, this Bordeaux-style blend is broad, fruity, chocolaty and accessible. Enjoy it for its youth and immediate charm.",Abbinare,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2009 Abbinare Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2009-abbinare-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,:Nota Bene 13.5,Red,Chile,"Jammy berry, oak and rubbery aromas are round and harmonious. In the mouth, this blend of Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Carmenère is lively and electric, with raspberry, plum and cherry flavors resting in front of a smooth finish with vanilla and chocolaty flavors.",Block Selection Reserve Claret,12,88,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2010 Block Selection Reserve Claret Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2010-block-selection-reserve-claret-red-colchagua-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,La Playa 12.5,White,France,"With hints of almond and touches of honey, this is a deliciously fruity wine. The palate is lightly textured with crisp acidity wrapped in rounded, ripe fruit. The aftertaste balances acidity and delicate fruit. Screwcap.",,12,88,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,La Grille 2011 Vouvray,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grille-2011-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2011,La Grille 14.6,Red,US,"Here is a tart and tangy take on Sangiovese, true to its Italian roots, but incorporating the sharp, vivacious fruit of Washington state. Red apple and plum, lightly dusted with chocolate and showing a trace of earthy barnyard, makes this one of the more interesting and complex versions of this grape to come out of the Columbia Valley.",,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Wine o'Clock 2009 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-oclock-2009-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2009,Wine o'Clock 14.9,Red,US,"This engaging Primitivo retains a very youthful, grapy fruit profile, almost like a lightly foxy vitis labrusco. But then the tannins kick in, and it becomes something like a cross between a Washington Lemberger and a Zinfandel. In any event, it's got plenty of fruit, distinction, balance and flavor interest.",,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Wine o'Clock 2009 Primitivo (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-oclock-2009-zinfandel-primitivo-columbia-valley-wa/,Primitivo,2009,Wine o'Clock 12.5,White,Australia,"Penfolds' 2009 Yattarna blends fruit from Tasmania, Victoria and South Australia, but remains a lean, taut Chardonnay. Flavors are crisp and citrusy, primarily kumquat, lemon and lime at this young age. Give it several years to see if it comes around.",Yattarna,130,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2009 Yattarna Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2009-yattarna-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2009,Penfolds 13.5,Red,US,"Shows those hard tannins Spring Mountain is known for, as well as ripe, jammy blackberry fruit. Feels a little awkward still, but that may be due to extreme youth. Could develop grace notes over the next 7–8 years.",M by Martellotto,58,88,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Martellotto 2010 M by Martellotto Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martellotto-2010-m-by-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Martellotto 14.7,White,US,"This isn't a rich, knock-your-socks-off Chardonnay, but it is extremely elegant and tailored. Brisk with acidity and fine minerality, it's bone dry, with Asian pear and lime flavors. Call it Chablisian.",,22,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Alma Sol 2011 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-sol-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Alma Sol 13.5,White,Italy,"Kerner is an aromatic white grape cross bred in Germany in 1929. Very few Italian producers have planted it in their vineyards, so this expression from Abbazia di Novacella is quite rare indeed. The wine opens with slightly sweet fruit sensations followed by exotic fruit, citrus and almond blossom.",,20,88,,Alto Adige,,Abbazia di Novacella 2011 Kerner (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-novacella-2011-other-white-kerner-alto-adige/,Kerner,2011,Abbazia di Novacella 14,White,Italy,Abbazia di Novacella presents a focused and bright expression of Gewürztraminer that delivers fresh fruit and honeysuckle followed by zesty lime and wild sage. The wine shows soft thickness and creaminess on the close. Very nice.,,23,88,,Alto Adige,,Abbazia di Novacella 2011 Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-novacella-2011-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Abbazia di Novacella 13.5,White,Italy,"Focused and bright, this northern Italian Pinot Bianco shows intense aromas of stone fruit and white rose. The mouthfeel, however, is what sets it apart thanks to the beautiful balance between its crisp acidity and that touch of sweet softness at the back.",,19,88,,Alto Adige,,Andriano 2011 Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andriano-2011-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2011,Andriano ,White,France,"Made partly from ungrafted Chenin Blanc planted in 1979, this is an astonishingly opulent wine. It has spice, white currants and acidity, with a tight texture underlying the super-ripe fruit.",Domaine de la Charmoise Vinifera,21,88,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Henry Marionnet 2011 Domaine de la Charmoise Vinifera Chenin Blanc (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-marionnet-2011-domaine-charmoise-vinifera-chenin-blanc-touraine/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Henry Marionnet 13,Red,Italy,"From the Sondrio area of northern Italy, this interesting Nebbiolo (also known as Chiavennasca in these parts) offers direct tones of current, cassis, licorice and tar. The wine feels sharp and fresh on the close and offers a very delicate and elegant read of the variety.",,20,88,Lombardy,Valtellina,,Fay 2009 Valtellina,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fay-2009-nebbiolo-valtellina/,Nebbiolo,2009,Fay 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This wine is a blend of Aragonez with Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. Firm and rich while maintaining fresh fruit flavors, this is a solid, intense and stylish wine. The palate balances red-berry fruits with a core of dry tannins laced with acidity. Keep this wine for another year.",Conde de Vimioso Colheita Selecionada,9,88,Tejo,,,Falua 2011 Conde de Vimioso Colheita Selecionada Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-2011-conde-vimioso-colheita-selecionada-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2011,Falua 12.5,Red,France,"Wood aging gives this wine a rich, smooth texture, its tannins finely integrated with the solid, foursquare berry fruits. There is an herbal touch and perfumed character, making this an elegant wine that is just coming to maturity.",Fût de Chêne,18,88,Southwest France,Fronton,,Château Coutinel 2008 Fût de Chêne Red (Fronton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coutinel-2008-fut-chene-red-fronton/,Red Blend,2008,Château Coutinel 12.5,White,France,"This is a young wine with some bitter almond flavors and a taut, nervy character. The wine is tight with green apple acidity showing through. Give it four years and it will be a rich, fruit-and-spice flavored wine.",Clos le Vigneau,18,88,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Château Gaudrelle 2011 Clos le Vigneau (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaudrelle-2011-clos-le-vigneau-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Château Gaudrelle 14.5,Red,US,"This wine is a bit rugged in texture, with firm tannins, but flavorful with ample blackberries, currants and spices. The blend is based on Cabernet Sauvignon.",Le Clos Secret Three Creek Vineyard,30,88,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Cimarone 2010 Le Clos Secret Three Creek Vineyard Red (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cimarone-2010-le-clos-secret-three-creek-vineyard-red-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Cimarone 13.5,White,Italy,"Hofstatt is a well priced Pinot Bianco that would pair with grilled tuna, shellfish or light chicken dishes. The wine is nicely balanced and fresh with more melon and pear on the close.",Hofstatt,16,88,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Cortaccia 2011 Hofstatt Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-cortaccia-2011-hofstatt-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2011,Cantina Cortaccia 14.6,Red,US,"Half Malbec and half Petit Verdot, the barrel notes of vanilla and pencil lead play off cherry and purple flowers with citrusy acidity and firm, dry tannins providing the frame.",Petit Bec BDX Northridge Vineyard,34,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Bunnell 2009 Petit Bec BDX Northridge Vineyard Red (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2009-petit-bec-bdx-northridge-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Red Blend,2009,Bunnell 13,White,Italy,"This fragrant Chardonnay presents bright fruit aromas of mango, pineapple and peach usually associated with the variety. There are some nutty almond notes at the back that give it softness and endurance but they don't interfere with the wine's overall freshness.",,28,88,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Castello di Buttrio 2011 Chardonnay (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-buttrio-2011-chardonnay-colli-orientali-friuli/,Chardonnay,2011,Castello di Buttrio 13.4,White,US,"This Rhône-style blend of Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Marsanne and Viognier is rich in honey, pineapple, peach and orange flavors. It has fine acidity and a steely core of minerals. Everything about it strongly suggests ham, bacon or sausages.",Coquille Blanc,24,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Carol Shelton 2010 Coquille Blanc White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2010-coquille-blanc-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Carol Shelton 14.8,Red,US,"Like your Zins big and in-your-face? This one's for you, with its richly tannic, concentrated black currant, licorice, cola and pepper flavors and long, spicy finish. It's high in alcohol, but that's Rockpile Zin for you. Drink now with great barbecue.",Rocky Reserve Florence Vineyard,35,88,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Carol Shelton 2009 Rocky Reserve Florence Vineyard Zinfandel (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2009-rocky-reserve-florence-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-rockpile/,Zinfandel,2009,Carol Shelton 14.9,Red,US,"The Rockpile appellation's extreme growing conditions make this wine hugely concentrated and powerfully rich. Offers explosive blackberry jam, currant and dark chocolate flavors, wrapped into big tannins. High alcohol gives it a warm mouthfeel.",Rockpile Reserve Rockpile Vineyard,40,88,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Carol Shelton 2009 Rockpile Reserve Rockpile Vineyard Petite Sirah (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2009-rockpile-reserve-rockpile-vineyard-petite-sirah-sonoma-rockpile/,Petite Sirah,2009,Carol Shelton 12.5,Red,France,"A young and fruity wine, rich with perfumed blackberries. There are firm, youthful tannins that are covering the juicy fruits with a dry shell. As the wine develops over the next few months, it will become bold and ripely fruity.",La Coudraye,,89,Loire Valley,Bourgueil,,Yannick Amirault 2011 La Coudraye Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yannick-amirault-2011-coudraye-cabernet-franc-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Yannick Amirault 14.8,Red,US,"Similar in every respect to the '09 vintage, a softly ripe wine that's drinkable now despite Petite Sirah's firm tannins. It's very delicious, showing candied blackberries, cherries, currants and chocolate.",Estate,26,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2010 Estate Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2010-estate-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2010,Vina Robles 13.5,Red,US,"Swirl this wine vigorously to get it to evolve quickly in the glass and be rewarded by pretty blueberry aromas and flavors, an interesting example of a Santa Barbara winery playing with Anderson Valley fruit (Burt Williams' no less).",Morning Dew Ranch,45,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Whitcraft 2009 Morning Dew Ranch Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitcraft-2009-morning-dew-ranch-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Whitcraft 13.9,Red,US,"This well constructed pure varietal bottling has sappy purple fruit flavors at the core. Light streaks of carpaccio, olive and fennel add texture and flavor complexity, gliding into a medium-long finish.",Copeland Vineyard,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Two Mountain 2009 Copeland Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-mountain-2009-copeland-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2009,Two Mountain 16.1,Red,US,"Rock Wall's Jesse, from 120-year-old grapes, is no shy wine, and it'll hit you first with a black peppery intensity that verges on insane. From there, its soft, round shoulders surround blackberry, leathery and tea streaks accented on the finish by dark chocolate flavors that linger around a while.",Jesse's Vineyard,30,89,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Rock Wall 2010 Jesse's Vineyard Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2010-jesses-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Rock Wall 14.5,Red,US,"This is a crisp, aromatic Syrah, with notes of earth, iodine, anise, pepper, clove and cassis threaded throughout. The balance of all the elements, including acid and tannin, is spot on, and the length through the finish suggests it can age for five or six more years.",,22,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),RiverAerie 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riveraerie-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,RiverAerie 14.3,Red,US,"There's no doubt that this is an exceptionally ripe, delicious Pinot Noir. It's rich in black cherry pie and red currant flavors that sink in deep and last into a long, spicy finish. Brisk acidity and dusty tannins provide fortunate balance. Good as it is now, you might want to age it for six years and see what it does.",Spring Hill Vineyard,42,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Talisman 2009 Spring Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talisman-2009-spring-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Talisman 12,White,France,"Remniscent of almond-and-lemon pastry, this wine is layered with sliced apples and just a touch of bitter toffee. This is a wine that has a fine balance, perfumed with honey and finished with citrus acidity.",Marie de Beauregard,20,89,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Saget la Perrière 2011 Marie de Beauregard (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saget-perriere-2011-marie-beauregard-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Saget la Perrière 14,Red,Chile,"This dark-hued Cab is piquant and herbal on the nose, with power, eucalyptus aromas and a spot of cheesy oak. The mouthfeel is good, while flavors of oak, herbs and plum set up a lightly green finish. This tastes and smells like a good Cab from a chilly year.",Queulat Gran Reserva Single Vineyard,18,87,Maipo Valley,,,Ventisquero 2010 Queulat Gran Reserva Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2010-queulat-gran-reserva-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Ventisquero 12,White,France,"Caramel flavors round out this already-smooth Chardonnay. It has attractive acidity and a soft pear skin texture while keeping a bright, crisp acidity on the finish.",,,87,Loire Valley,Val de Loire,,Domaine des Tilleuls 2010 Chardonnay (Val de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tilleuls-2010-chardonnay-val/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine des Tilleuls 13.5,Red,US,"While super light in color and texture, this old-vine Zinfandel is undaunting, with a subtle intermingling of jammy cherry and mint flavors. Made to commemorate McFadden's 40 years of farming, it's a throwback in color and personality to a different time and place in Zinfandel.",Old Vine-40th Anniversary Edition,24,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,McFadden 2010 Old Vine-40th Anniversary Edition Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcfadden-2010-old-vine-40th-anniversary-edition-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2010,McFadden 12.5,White,France,"White flower perfumes are followed by a bone-dry palate—crisp and fragrant. Its acidity cuts the white fruits, giving a taut, mineral edge to balance the final fruitiness.",Les Grenouilles Sec,17,87,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine du Petit Coteau 2011 Les Grenouilles Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-petit-coteau-2011-grenouilles-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Domaine du Petit Coteau 12.5,White,Italy,"Soft fruit notes, peach and mineral are very characteristic of the Soave Classico zone in northern Italy. Besides that bright fruitiness, this wine follows through to the palate with mild richness and creaminess.",,,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Monte Tondo 2011 Soave Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-tondo-2011-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2011,Monte Tondo 14.1,White,US,"This is a deliciously drinkable wine, brisk in acidity, with steely flavors of green apples, tangerines, limes, buttered toast, honey and refreshing minerals. The blend is Grenache Blanc, Chenin Blanc and Sauvignon Blanc.",Blanc y Blanc,18,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Barton 2011 Blanc y Blanc White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-2011-blanc-blanc-white-central-coast/,White Blend,2011,Barton 14,Red,Spain,"For everyday drinking, one can't go wrong with this bright, fruity Tempranillo that's defined by unadulterated cherry, raspberry and plum aromas and flavors. This is a mild, fruit-filled wine that's clean and defines good value.",,9,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2011 Tempranillo (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2011-tempranillo-navarra/,Tempranillo,2011,Vega Sindoa 12.5,Rose,France,"Red currant fruits dominate this really crisp rosé. Its acidity shines through from the start, giving a fragrant, refreshing wine that offers immediate food friendly satisfaction.",Les Belles Vignes Rosé,27,86,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Fournier Père et Fils 2011 Les Belles Vignes Rosé Pinot Noir (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2011-belles-vignes-rose-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2011,Fournier Père et Fils 13.8,Red,US,"Front-loaded with sweet blackberry, cherry and currant fruit, this Cabernet has some firm tannins that will play well against steak. Ready to drink now.",Kinneybrook,23,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2008 Kinneybrook Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2008-kinneybrook-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Kunde 14.5,Red,Chile,"A wiry, green bouquet greets you along with aromas of plum, tobacco and alfalfa. The mouthfeel on this Syrah is tannic, acidic and tight, while herbal berry, cherry and cassis flavors end in a tannic, abrasive finish. This means well but it's rough and green along the way.",Reserva Privada,15,86,Maule Valley,,,Viña Casas Patronales 2009 Reserva Privada Syrah (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-patronales-2009-reserva-privada-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maule-valley/,Syrah,2009,Viña Casas Patronales 13,Rose,France,"Tannic Malbec as rosé doesn't always work. Here it does, giving a wine that is structured but also offering brilliant red fruit flavors and refreshing acidity, laced with a touch of caramel.",Bouquet de Cavagnac,13,86,Southwest France,Vin de Pays du Lot,,Domaine de Cause 2011 Bouquet de Cavagnac Malbec (Vin de Pays du Lot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cause-2011-bouquet-cavagnac-malbec-vin-pays-lot/,Malbec,2011,Domaine de Cause 13,Red,US,"This is an eccentric Pinot Noir that's dry, strong and tart in acidity, with moderate alcohol and shows an interesting petrol, resinous note. The silky frames sour cherry candy, spice and sandalwood flavors. Drink now.",Richmond Vineyard,35,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gauthier 2011 Richmond Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gauthier-2011-richmond-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2011,Gauthier 13,White,Spain,"Simple apple, peach and citrus aromas form a mild opening that sets the stage for what amounts to an easygoing, fresh wine with white-fruit flavors of peach and nectarine. Dry, pithy and clean on the finish.",,12,86,Catalonia,Terra Alta,,Las Colinas Del Ebro 2011 Garnacha Blanca (Terra Alta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-colinas-ebro-2011-spanish-white-garnacha-blanca-terra-alta/,Garnacha Blanca,2011,Las Colinas Del Ebro 13.7,White,US,"Lots to like at this price. The wine is honeyed, with crisp acidity and ripe green apple and tropical fruit flavors. Easy to drink with ethnic fare, from Vietnamese to Indian and Mexican chicken dishes.",,15,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Santa Barbara Winery 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2011-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Santa Barbara Winery 14,Red,US,"Firm tannins and ripe-to-overripe fruit marks this dry young wine. The blackberry, raisin, dark chocolate and anise flavors are strong. It's a Rhône-style blend, based on Syrah and containing Cabernet Sauvignon.",Scoprire,45,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Millésimé 2007 Scoprire Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millesime-2007-scoprire-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Millésimé 13.5,White,Chile,"For basic Chardonnay, this fits the bill as a good quaffer. Pithy citrus aromas lead to a zesty, citrusy palate with flavors of green fruits, lemongrass and green herbs. It's lasting on the finish and a touch ripe.",La Palma,9,86,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2012 La Palma Chardonnay (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2012-palma-chardonnay-cachapoal-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Viña La Rosa 12.5,White,Italy,"A bit shy or closed on first nose, this easy Soave opens slowly to reveal standard aromas of peach and citrus. There's a note of zesty acidity that gives the wine lively, food-friendly appeal.",Vigneto Terre Lunghe,17,86,Veneto,Soave,,Agostino Vicentini 2011 Vigneto Terre Lunghe (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agostino-vicentini-2011-vigneto-terre-lunghe-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2011,Agostino Vicentini 14.9,Red,US,"There's lots of ripe berry, chocolate, mint and spice flavors in this smoothly tannic wine with hints of sugar cookie. The blend is Merlot, Zinfandel and Petite Sirah. Drink now.",Open Invitation,39,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,HammerSky 2008 Open Invitation Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hammersky-2008-open-invitation-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2008,HammerSky 15.2,Red,US,"Tastes of milk chocolate, blackstrap molasses and blackberry jam flavors, like a candy bar. The structure is fine in tannins and acidity. Drink up.",,30,86,California,Napa,Oakville,Houdini 2009 Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/houdini-2009-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,2009,Houdini ,Red,France,"Fruity wine from one of the best produces of Gamay in the Loire. Cherry flavors, bright acidity and just a touch of tannin on this youthful wine.",Domaine de la Charmoise,14,86,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Henry Marionnet 2011 Domaine de la Charmoise Gamay (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-marionnet-2011-domaine-charmoise-gamay-touraine/,Gamay,2011,Henry Marionnet 14,Red,Spain,"This is a chunky Priorat with latex and medicinal aromas along with jumbled, herbal red-fruit notes. Flavors of baked berry are standard and don't offer much complexity, while the finish is toasted and roasted. This offers a touch of what's good about Priorat but nothing more.",,22,86,Catalonia,Priorat,,Los 800 2008 Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-800-2008-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2008,Los 800 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Prosecco from the sweet, rolling hills of northern Italy opens with tight and sharp bubbling that climbs steadily up the sides of your glass. The wine shows white flower, pear and honey like flavors.",Brut,17,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Le Dolci Colline NV Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-dolci-colline-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Le Dolci Colline 13.8,White,US,"This is an easy-pleasing Chardonnay, made to appeal to the popular style. It's rich in tropical fruit and citrus flavors, accented with plenty of sweet oak. Feels creamy and smooth, with a clean bite of acidity.",,28,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Terlato 2010 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Terlato 12.5,White,Italy,"There's a sweet, candied quality to this Pinot Bianco that recalls preserved peaches or pineapple backed by almond paste and Golden Delicious apple. That sweet theme continues to the mouth where the wine is soft and plush.",Villa Locatelli,15,86,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Tenuta di Angoris 2011 Villa Locatelli Pinot Bianco (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-angoris-2011-villa-locatelli-pinot-blanc-bianco-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Bianco,2011,Tenuta di Angoris 14.5,Red,US,"Tough, dry and gritty in tannins, with a bite of acidity. There's a solid core of blackberries, ripe and sweet from the summer sun, but this wine isn't offering much, and it finishes a bit on the hot side.",Estate Grown,48,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2009 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2009-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Silverado 13.7,Red,Argentina,"This Malbec is black as night, with shoe polish, charred oak and black-fruit aromas. The palate is borderline syrupy, with ripe, heavily charred flavors of blackened berry, vanilla and mint. On the finish, it's weighty and peppery tasting, with heat.",Tahuan,16,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Siesta Wines 2011 Tahuan Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siesta-wines-2011-tahuan-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Siesta Wines 14.5,White,Chile,"With straw and white-fruit aromas, this tropical-leaning Chardonnay is ripe on the nose. In the mouth, it's dense and tropical in nature, with melon, mango, papaya and green herb flavors. It's chunky on the finish, so drink now.",Reserva Privada,15,86,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Casas Patronales 2010 Reserva Privada Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-patronales-2010-reserva-privada-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Viña Casas Patronales 14,White,Argentina,"Standard for the variety, orange and honeyed aromas rest in front of a wide but tangy feeling palate with orange, nectarine and passion fruit controlling the flavor profile. On the finish, there's just enough acidic cut and weight for things to end nicely.",[+],10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2012 [+] Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2012-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2012,Santa Julia 12.5,Red,France,"Light Pinot Noir showing an undergrowth aroma, red fruits, soft tannins and a smooth texture. It's not a wine for aging, attractive now with its rounded aftertaste.",Grande Côte de la Vallée,,86,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Roblin 2010 Grande Côte de la Vallée (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roblin-2010-grande-cote-vallee-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Roblin 12.5,Red,France,"This blend of Cabernet France, Malbec and Pinot Noir shows the eclectic range of red grapes at the disposal of a Touraine vigneron. It has also produced a soft, gently tannic wine with perfumed fruits, bitter cherry and a herbal aftertaste.",Les Demoiselles,17,86,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Domaine des Corbillières 2010 Les Demoiselles Red (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-corbillieres-2010-demoiselles-red-touraine/,Red Blend,2010,Domaine des Corbillières 11.5,White,US,"The winery doesn't tell us what the grape varieties are in this blend, but who cares? At this price, it's just fine. Lean and crisp, it shows lemon, lime and honey flavors.",Authentic,12,86,California,California Other,California,Gnarly Head 2011 Authentic White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gnarly-head-2011-authentic-white-other/,White Blend,2011,Gnarly Head 14.5,Red,Chile,"Bricky, spicy berry aromas come with a streak of green. The palate on this Cab is sticky and tannic, with generic berry flavors, sweet brown sugar and herbal notes. On the finish, it's oaky and chocolaty, with firm tannins.",Gran Araucano,35,86,Colchagua Valley,,,François Lurton 2010 Gran Araucano Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2010-gran-araucano-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,François Lurton 13,Red,Portugal,"From the Dão region in central Portugal, this is a wine that's on the lean, austere side, showing the granite soil of the area. It has tight, mineral tannins that ride above the black-currant fruits. With its reserva status, it certainly needs at least five years aging.",D. Fuas Reserva,,86,Terras do Dão,,,Caves Velhas 2010 D. Fuas Reserva Red (Terras do Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-velhas-2010-d-fuas-reserva-red-terras-dao/,Portuguese Red,2010,Caves Velhas 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a forward, ripe and fruity wine that's full of fresh red fruits and attractive acidity. Made from a blend of Castelão, Trincadeira and Cabernet Sauvignon, it's light, bright and ready to drink.",Terra de Lobos,8,86,Tejo,,,Quinta do Casal Branco 2011 Terra de Lobos Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-casal-branco-2011-terra-lobos-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2011,Quinta do Casal Branco 13.2,Red,US,"Though the palate can't deliver all that the aromas have to offer, there's intrigue to this estate Tempranillo with notes of dark flowers, sweet tobacco, and dried tea leaves playing off olive and other savory notes.",Anna Maria,18,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Valley View 2010 Anna Maria Tempranillo (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-view-2010-anna-maria-tempranillo-southern-applegate-valley/,Tempranillo,2010,Valley View 16.7,Red,US,Though quite young this wine seems a bit desiccated with notes of dried cranberries and raspberries followed by orange peel and Twizzlers. The palate is ripe and sweet with the alcohol showing on the finish.,Stone Tree Vineyard,25,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Two Vintners 2010 Stone Tree Vineyard Zinfandel (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-vintners-2010-stone-tree-vineyard-zinfandel-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Zinfandel,2010,Two Vintners 12.5,White,Italy,"Sirch has shaped a simple and direct expression of Ribolla Gialla that seemingly reduces the grape's characteristics down to the pure essentials. Stone fruit, mango, pineapple and pear all make subtle appearances. There's a spicy touch of crushed white pepper on the close.",,20,86,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Sirch 2011 Ribolla Gialla (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sirch-2011-italian-white-ribolla-gialla-colli-orientali-friuli/,Ribolla Gialla,2011,Sirch 12.5,White,Italy,"This is a fun and informal expression of Chardonnay that would pair with take out Chinese food or light Thai green curry. Light aromas of Granny Smith apple, citrus and melon open the bouquet and give the wine a fresh, pristine personality.",,19,86,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Sirch 2011 Chardonnay (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sirch-2011-chardonnay-colli-orientali-friuli/,Chardonnay,2011,Sirch 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Informal and bright, this cheerful Prosecco offers subtle aromas of white flower and citrus with broader background notes of pear and dried hay. The bubbly wine shows easy, but sharp and refreshing perlage.",,10,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Gionelli NV Prosecco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gionelli-nv-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Gionelli 12.5,White,US,"This wine never saw any oak. What you get is what the grapes contributed, which is pure, intense tangerine and lime fruit, brightened with brisk acidity. It's a chiseled wine, but there's a streak of honey that relieves it.",Estate Grown,20,86,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Holman Ranch 2011 Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/holman-ranch-2011-estate-grown-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Holman Ranch 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a soft, gently tannic wine, rich in jammy cherry, cassis, mocha, brown sugar, cinnamon spice and oak flavors. Fully drinkable now, right out of the bottle.",,30,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hidden Oak 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-oak-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Hidden Oak 13.5,White,Spain,"This wine shows both the good and limited sides of Verdejo from Rueda. It's salinic on the nose, with vanilla cookie, citrus and melony aromas. The palate is narrow in scope, with good acidity but mildly bitter flavors of citrus fruits and green herbs.",,18,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Martinsancho 2011 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinsancho-2011-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2011,Martinsancho ,Red,Chile,"The nose on this Cabernet is scratchy and closed, with cherry, cassis and herbal aromas. The palate is forward and medium in body, with rough tannins and rubbery, oak-based flavors of blackberry and herbs. Overall this wine is drying but solid, with freshness but also a clampy feel.",Gran Reserva,17,86,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2010 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2010-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Morandé 14.3,White,US,"Great acidity on this wine, with a squirt of lime juice giving it needed zest. The wine itself is simple, lush and fruity, with peach and pineapple flavors.",Courtney's,27,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lincourt 2010 Courtney's Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lincourt-2010-courtneys-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2010,Lincourt 11.6,White,US,"Not noticeably sweet, despite its low alcohol, this is a bowl full of crisp, green apple fruit. Clean and simple.",,20,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Lazy River 2011 Pinot Gris (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lazy-river-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Gris,2011,Lazy River 13.5,Red,Italy,"Some unripe aromas of dried herb and green curry give this northern Italian (unfiltered) Merlot a spicy, tangy feel in the mouth. There's a touch of acidity followed by blackberry and forest floor.",,16,86,,Venezia Giulia,,Paraschos 2009 Merlot (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraschos-2009-merlot-venezia-giulia/,Merlot,2009,Paraschos 13.5,Red,Chile,"Berry fruit aromas come with hints of rubber, latex and mild spice. The palate on this Cab Franc-Carmenère blend is tight and bouncy, with rubbery tannins and earthy flavors of black plum, red berry and resiny oak. This is solid and keeps its form on the finish.",Reserva,12,86,Maule Valley,,,Oveja Negra 2011 Reserva Cabernet Franc-Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oveja-negra-2011-reserva-red-blend-cabernet-franc-carmenere-maule-valley/,Cabernet Franc-Carmenère,2011,Oveja Negra 12.5,Red,US,"Enormously extracted fruit marks this wine. It's technically dry and wonderfully brisk in acidity, but so rich in raspberry jam, brown sugar and oak, it's remarkably lush in style.",Byington Vineyard,40,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Beauregard 2011 Byington Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beauregard-2011-byington-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2011,Beauregard 12,Red,France,"This wine is all fruit with a stalky character that comes from fresh black currants, tight acidity and dusty tannins. It's light and forward—a cool red that will be ready to drink later this year.",,,86,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine de Lartigue 2011 Red (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lartigue-2011-red-cotes-gascogne/,Red Blend,2011,Domaine de Lartigue 14,Red,Portugal,"Named after a traditional Portuguese dance, this open wine is full of generous fruits and soft tannins. It has structure inevitable in a Douro wine, but its light touch makes the wine remarkably food friendly. Screwcap.",Charamba,8,86,Douro,,,Aveleda 2011 Charamba Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2011-charamba-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2011,Aveleda 15,Red,US,"A generous Cabernet that offers lots of upfront fruit. Ripe summer blackberries dominate, leading to a long, spicy finish. It finishes with some heat and seems to be at its best now.",,24,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Alma Sol 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-sol-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Alma Sol 13,White,Spain,"This blend of Verdejo and Viura deals floral aromas along with hints of honey, apple and peach. It's zesty enough in the mouth, with ripe peach and melon flavors, but it's not sweet. The texture on the finish holds up to scrutiny and the afterflavors are good. Drink now.",Inspiración Pampano,11,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Agricola Castellana 2011 Inspiración Pampano White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-castellana-2011-inspiracion-pampano-white-rueda/,White Blend,2011,Agricola Castellana 13,Red,France,"Vegetal aromas are followed by a more red berry, while always herbal, wine. It is taut, showing minerality as well as a tight texture. The wine is young and will certainly round out as it ages over the next 2–3 years.",La Chapelle Vieilles Vignes,18,86,Loire Valley,Anjou,,Château de Fesles 2011 La Chapelle Vieilles Vignes Cabernet Franc (Anjou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fesles-2011-chapelle-vieilles-vignes-cabernet-franc-anjou/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Château de Fesles 14,Red,US,"This is somewhat blocky, with black fruit, earth and a dash of chocolate. It's a simple wine, with a bit of Merlot and Malbec in the blend.",,30,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Bridge Press 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgepress-cellars-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Bridge Press 14,Red,Spain,"Initially the nose on this blend from the Toledo area offers dark cherry and hard spice aromas, but with airing things drop off to soupy and herbal. The palate feels wiry and choppy, with hard tannins and a mix of herb, tomato, plum and vanilla flavors. On the finish, it's lactic, with a lot of vanilla and jammy weight.",Sigilo MV,,86,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Bodegas Recuero 2009 Sigilo MV Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-recuero-2009-sigilo-mv-red-vino-tierra-castilla/,Red Blend,2009,Bodegas Recuero 15,Red,US,"An estate-grown 81% Merlot (the rest Cabernet Sauvignon), this wine takes time to come around in the glass, the alcohol overpowering the fruit at first. But in time, the red fruit and soft tannins mellow and make themselves known and this mostly-Merlot becomes a savory, food-friendly quaff.",Lorilai's Reserve-Zmarzly Family Vineyards,24,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Albertina 2009 Lorilai's Reserve-Zmarzly Family Vineyards Merlot (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albertina-2009-lorilais-reserve-zmarzly-family-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Merlot,2009,Albertina 15.1,Red,US,"High alcohol marks this wine, giving it a burn, especially after you swallow. Other than that, it's soft in acids and tannins, with cherry and currant flavors. At nearly six years old, it's giving its best now.",Estate Grown,28,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,August Ridge 2007 Estate Grown Sangiovese (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-ridge-2007-estate-grown-sangiovese-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sangiovese,2007,August Ridge 12.5,White,Italy,"Ronco dei Vignali opens with exotic fruit, fragrant nectarine, papaya and lemongrass on the finish. The bouquet is very beautiful and the mouthfeel is tame and understated in comparison.",Ronco dei Vignali,19,86,,Collio,,Ascevi Luwa 2011 Ronco dei Vignali Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ascevi-luwa-2011-ronco-vignali-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Ascevi Luwa 13.8,Red,US,"Fragrant in leather, lavender and licorice, this full-bodied Amador blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre and is fine, tannic and clearly born of mountain air. The finish tastes of very ripe fruit.",Reserve,28,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Amador Cellars 2010 Reserve G-S-M (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-cellars-2010-reserve-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,G-S-M,2010,Amador Cellars 13,White,US,"Brilliant acidity gives the lemon, lime and mineral flavors a bright mouthfeel that gets those tastebuds whistling. Drink this wine on its own as an apéritif, and it will also be fine with Chinese and Indian food.",Kristy Vineyard,26,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Chateau Lettau 2011 Kristy Vineyard Albariño (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lettau-2011-kristy-vineyard-albarino-central-coast-monterey-county/,Albariño,2011,Chateau Lettau 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Bouvet Ladubay's rosé is a soft in style with a light fruit flavor dominated by fresh raspberries. There's also a touch of tannin in the texture, resulting in a sparkling wine that is more for food than an aperitif.",Rosé Excellence Brut,13,86,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Bouvet-Ladubay NV Rosé Excellence Brut Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouvet-ladubay-nv-rose-excellence-brut-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Bouvet-Ladubay 12.5,White,Italy,"Packaged in a bottle with a retro look, this pretty Soave Classico offers bright aromas of citrus and peach with pear and Golden Delicious apple at the back. The wine is crisp and shows medium structure.",Rétro,11,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Bolla 2011 Rétro (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2011-retro-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2011,Bolla 14,White,US,"Brisk acidity makes this white wine almost tingly. It's also exhibits light vanilla bean, white peach and pineapple flavors.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Bump 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bump-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Bump 14,Red,Italy,"Mon Rouge is a blend of Merlot, Refosco and Cabernet that opens with bright notes of red candy and cherry with delicate touches of herb and mint on the close. This easy-going wine could pair with oven-baked flatbread topped with spicy sausage and sun-dried tomato.",Mon Rouge,19,86,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Castello di Buttrio 2010 Mon Rouge Merlot-Cabernet (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-buttrio-2010-mon-rouge-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-colli-orientali-friuli/,Merlot-Cabernet,2010,Castello di Buttrio 14,Red,Spain,"Aromatically, this everyday wine delivers floral berry and rubbery scents. It's full and a touch gummy feeling, with creaminess and candied flavors of cassis and plum. Overall it feels good and finishes short.",Tempranillo Viura,14,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Casado Morales 2011 Tempranillo Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casado-morales-2011-tempranillo-viura-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2011,Casado Morales 12.5,Rose,France,"A rosé that has been wood aged to produce a wine that has a toasty, smoky character to go with the more normal red berry fruits. It is rounded, ripe and full of dry, final tannins and acidity.",Rosé d'Equinoxe,,86,Loire Valley,Bourgueil,,Yannick Amirault 2011 Rosé d'Equinoxe Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yannick-amirault-2011-rose-dequinoxe-cabernet-franc-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Yannick Amirault 16.2,Red,US,"A strong, briary Zin, rich in brown sugar, blueberry jam, raisin, mocha and spice flavors. Enormously high alcohol makes it hot and glycerine in texture, but like it or not, it's a fine example of its genre.",Molly's,36,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2010 Molly's Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2010-mollys-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Wilson 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's a compact and easy Müller-Thurgau that shows medium aromatic intensity with citrus, peach and brimstone. The wine's crisp, dry close with its subtle touch of honey makes it perfect for fried finger foods or tempura.",,19,86,,Alto Adige,,Girlan 2011 Müller-Thurgau (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girlan-2011-other-white-muller-thurgau-alto-adige/,Müller-Thurgau,2011,Girlan 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This is a good but decidedly herbal-leaning Cab. The nose gives off tomato, spice and light berry aromas. It's fresh and medium in heft, with more herb and spice flavors than black fruit. Things turn woody, spicy, dry and slightly hot on the finish.",Bodega La Flor,16,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pulenta 2011 Bodega La Flor Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pulenta-estate-2011-bodega-flor-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Pulenta 12,White,Italy,"Vuj does a nice job of portraying those rich aromas of peach, melon and white rose that are natural to the promising Friulano grape. Made with the banner variety of northeast Italy, this easy white wine shows fresh fruit layers and balanced acidity.",Vuj,25,86,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Puiatti 2012 Vuj Friulano (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puiatti-2012-vuj-italian-white-friulano-isonzo-del-friuli/,Friulano,2012,Puiatti 13.5,White,France,"A intensely fresh, aromatic blend of Gros Manseng, Arruliac and Petit Courbu that gives a vibrant character full of citrus, pineapple and green plum flavors. It is a delicious wine just exotic and worth keeping for a few more months.",Les Vignes Retrouvées,11,86,Southwest France,Saint-Mont,,Producteurs Plaimont 2011 Les Vignes Retrouvées (Saint-Mont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/producteurs-plaimont-2011-vignes-retrouvees-white-saint-mont/,White Blend,2011,Producteurs Plaimont 13.7,Red,US,"Despite a good effort at balancing this wine, the Pepper Bridge fruit was just at the green edge of ripeness in this vintage. The wine remains tart, sharp and herbal, with some chalkiness in the tannins.",Plyley Reserve,45,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Mosquito Fleet 2010 Plyley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosquito-fleet-2010-plyley-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Mosquito Fleet 21,Dessert,US,"Very sweet but a little soft and simple, with blackberry jam and chocolate flavors. The blend is Touriga Nacional, Sousa and Syrah.",Millennium Nights,38,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Millésimé 2009 Millennium Nights Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millesime-2009-millennium-nights-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2009,Millésimé 12,White,Italy,"Palai (100% Müller-Thurgau) is a compelling and fresh white with just enough complexity to keep you guessing. Stone fruit, honey, crushed granite and pressed white rose appear on the bouquet. The wine is dry and polished with a long finish.",Palai,19,86,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,Pojer & Sandri 2010 Palai Müller-Thurgau (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pojer-sandri-2010-palai-other-white-muller-thurgau-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,Müller-Thurgau,2010,Pojer & Sandri 13,White,Italy,"Terre Magre (“thin soils”) refers to the gravelly soils that characterize the Friuli Grave area of northeast Italy. This light and feminine expression of Sauvignon does deliver bright notes of lime, papaya, cut grass and wild sage.",Terre Magre,17,86,,Friuli Grave,,Piera Martellozzo 2011 Terre Magre Sauvignon (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piera-martellozzo-2011-terre-magre-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-friuli-grave/,Sauvignon,2011,Piera Martellozzo 12,White,France,"An aromatic blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon gives a soft, fruity wine. While it has lost its initial youthful freshness, it now has rounded out with pear and kiwi fruits with a touch of apricots. Drink now.",Hors Saison,,86,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine la Hitaire 2010 Hors Saison White (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-hitaire-2010-hors-saison-white-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Domaine la Hitaire 12,White,France,"Taut, light and crisp, this Muscadet boasts fresh citrus flavor and apple-skin structure. There is a youthful, yeasty fell to the wine at this stage and it needs a few more months to settle together.",Haute Sélection Sur Lie,,86,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Domaine des Tilleuls 2011 Haute Sélection Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tilleuls-2011-haute-selection-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2011,Domaine des Tilleuls 13,White,Argentina,"With clean citrus and tropical aromas as well as a touch of almond skins, this is nice on the bouquet. On the palate, it's round feeling and citrusy, with weighty peach and citrus flavors that hollow out on the finish.",Viña Cornejo Costas High Altitude Vineyards,10,86,Other,Cafayate,,Don Rodolfo 2012 Viña Cornejo Costas High Altitude Vineyards Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-rodolfo-2012-vina-cornejo-costas-high-altitude-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2012,Don Rodolfo 15,White,US,"This wine brings all of this grape's exuberance with notes of fresh flowers, peach and jasmine. Fermented and aged in stainless steel, it's broad and full bodied with the alcohol poking through on the finish.",Desert Wind Vineyard,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Desert Wind 2011 Desert Wind Vineyard Viognier (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/desert-wind-2011-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Viognier,2011,Desert Wind 12.5,White,Italy,"A wine enterprise since 1648, Tenuta di Angoris captures the easy fruit nuances and bright acidity that characterize the whites of northeast Italy. This Sauvignon Blanc is aromatic and fresh with tones of citrus, tangy mineral and peppermint.",Villa Locatelli,15,86,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Tenuta di Angoris 2011 Villa Locatelli Sauvignon Blanc (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-angoris-2011-villa-locatelli-sauvignon-blanc-isonzo-del-friuli/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Tenuta di Angoris 14,Red,Chile,"Floral raspberry aromas carry a jammy scent. The palate on this Cabernet is grabby, with scouring tannins sitting in front of oaky berry and cassis flavors. On the finish, there's sweet blueberry, mint and pasty oak. This is good but oaky and a bit gummy.",Gran Reserva,22,86,Cachapoal Valley,,,Rios de Chile 2010 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rios-chile-2010-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Rios de Chile 13.5,Red,Argentina,"While the nose is toasted, raw and spicy, the palate is weighty and legit, with grabby tannins and generic but solid flavors of mixed berries, herbal notes and oak. The finish is savory and slightly barbecued in flavor.",Reserva,13,86,Other,Argentina,,San Huberto 2010 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-huberto-2010-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,San Huberto 12,White,Italy,Here's a fresh and easy Sauvignon Blanc that would pair with easy appetizers or a salad lunch. Crisp but simple aromas of citrus and green apple give the wine that food-friendly appeal.,,13,86,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,Tolloy 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolloy-2011-sauvignon-blanc-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Tolloy 14.3,Red,US,"This wine was difficult to assess, as it was stubbornly closed, with reductive notes of rubber and smoke. There was an impression of cherry cola flavors in the core; more bottle age might well improve the score.",,36,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Lazy River 2009 Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lazy-river-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lazy River 13.5,Red,US,"Strawberry fruit runs into light, candy cherry, carrying just a slight hint of milk chocolate. It's a pleasant wine with modest concentration.",Estate Bottled,36,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Lazy River 2008 Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lazy-river-2008-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lazy River 12.5,White,Italy,"This easy blend of Friulano (60%) and Malvasia opens with subtle tones of exotic fruit and peach followed by bright citrus and tangerine skin. The wine's lean, watery finish makes it perfect for appetizers or finger foods.",Borgo Crosaris Bianco dello Stella,16,86,,Venezia Giulia,,Tenute Grandi & Gabana 2011 Borgo Crosaris Bianco dello Stella White (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-grandi-gabana-2011-borgo-crosaris-bianco-dello-stella-white-venezia-giulia/,White Blend,2011,Tenute Grandi & Gabana 13.5,White,Chile,"This is a standard SB that was made for near-term quaffing. The nose delivers citrus and oceanic crispness, while in the mouth it's modest, with white pepper, green bean, bell pepper and citrus flavors. On the finish, it's citrusy at first but then slips toward bitter tasting.",Crucero Reserva,13,86,Leyda Valley,,,Siegel 2012 Crucero Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2012-crucero-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Siegel 13.5,Red,US,"The aromas boast a classic Pacific Northwest Malbec profile of sweet, ripe plums and peppery spice. The tart, lean flavors can't back them up, though bringing a pleasing sense of freshness.",,30,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Season 2011 Malbec (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/season-2011-malbec-southern/,Malbec,2011,Season 11,White,France,"A blend of Colombard and Ugni Blanc, this is a deliciously fruity, fragrant wine, just right for quaffing on a warm summer day. It is bright, fresh and herbaceous, grapefruit and orange juice easily combining. Screwcap.",Colombelle L'Original,9,86,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Producteurs Plaimont 2012 Colombelle L'Original White (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/producteurs-plaimont-2012-colombelle-loriginal-white-cotes-gascogne/,White Blend,2012,Producteurs Plaimont 14.3,White,US,"One needs to lean into the glass to find the notes of vanilla, peach, and tropical fruit here. It's oily and broad in feel with the alcohol adding a bitter note to the finish.",,18,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Silvan Ridge 2011 Viognier (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2011-viognier-southern-rogue-valley/,Viognier,2011,Silvan Ridge 13.9,Red,US,"This is a tannic, hard-edged Cabernet, sourced from the Artz vineyard on Red Mountain. The heavy-set tannins surround slightly green flavors of herb, stem and black olive, along with dark and earthy black fruits.",Reserve,32,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Sigillo Cellars 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sigillo-cellars-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Sigillo Cellars 13,White,US,"Ripe in fruit but tart with acidity, with the taste of lemon candy and honey cough drop. Finishes clean and vibrant. Nice as a picnic or beach wine.",Estate Grown,18,86,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2011 Estate Grown Pinot Gris (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2011-estate-grown-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,Pietra Santa 12.4,White,US,"A somewhat unusual expression of Viognier with notes of lime, lime leaf, and white peach that seem more reminiscent of a Sauvignon Blanc. It's full bodied and viscous, ending with a bitter note.",Anna Maria,16,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Valley View 2011 Anna Maria Viognier (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-view-2011-anna-maria-viognier-southern-applegate-valley/,Viognier,2011,Valley View 14,White,Argentina,"This Torrontés is a bit oily on the nose, with citrusy scents of orange and pineapple lurking in the background. In the mouth, it's a zinger, with sharp acids and a mix of tropical flavors and green apple. This finishes fresh and lean.",The Soul of Argentina Reserve,18,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nuna 2012 The Soul of Argentina Reserve Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nuna-2012-soul-argentina-reserve-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2012,Nuna 15.1,Red,US,"Both grapey and leathery, this is already a bit dried out and should be consumed near term. It's vineyard designated and pure varietal, aged for 22 months in a single French oak barrel.",Verhey Vineyard,25,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,:Nota Bene 2009 Verhey Vineyard Malbec (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2009-verhey-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-yakima/,Malbec,2009,:Nota Bene 12,White,France,"A soft, fruity Muscadet with pure apple and crisp grapefruit flavors. There is a great tang of fruit, giving a texture that is both taut and lightly mineral. A great wine for shellfish, but also as a crisp aperitif. Screwcap.",,13,86,Loire Valley,Muscadet,,La Grille 2011 Muscadet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grille-2011-other-white-melon-muscadet/,Melon,2011,La Grille 14.1,Red,US,"Barrel notes of char, marshmallow, and toasty spice are at the fore here followed by sour cherry. The flavors are tart and light with firm, grippy tannins that feel a bit dry.",,32,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Kriselle 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kriselle-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-rogue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Kriselle 14.5,Red,US,"A very flavorful wine, rich in blackberry jam, chocolate, white mint and buttercream. The tannins on this Syrah, Grenache and Mourvedre blend are thick and soft.",de facto,46,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Workman Ayer 2010 de facto G-S-M (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/workman-ayer-2010-facto-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast/,G-S-M,2010,Workman Ayer 15.5,Red,US,"Very high alcohol gives this wine a hot, jalapeño pepper burn. Based on Zinfandel, the blend also includes Syrah and Petite Sirah. It's a rugged, rustic wine that would shine with a richly-sauced barbecue for balance.",Wilson Family,34,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2010 Wilson Family Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2010-family-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Wilson 13,White,Italy,"Fresh flowers and white rose make for a feminine and soft bouquet. Behind those floral notes are tones of stone fruit, honeydew melon and crushed mineral or talc powder. Yes, this is a simple and genuine wine but it also offers a touch of complexity that means you can't take it for granted.",,18,86,,Alto Adige,,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 2011 Müller-Thurgau (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellerei-kaltern-caldaro-2011-other-white-muller-thurgau-alto-adige/,Müller-Thurgau,2011,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 13,White,Italy,"Alto Bianco (a cheerful blend of Pinot Bianco, Chardonnay and a small percentage of other white varieties) opens with fresh aromas of lime, cut grass and exotic fruit. The wine is approachable and affordable and would make a great pairing partner to fried calamari rings.",Alto Bianco,16,86,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 2011 Alto Bianco White (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellerei-kaltern-caldaro-2011-alto-bianco-white-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,White Blend,2011,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 14.5,Red,US,"A lightly aromatic offering of Cabernet Franc with notes of cherry cola, medicine cabinet, and herbs. The palate leans heavily on the grainy tannic structure with the light fruit flavors accented by tart, fresh acidity",Wild One Estate Grown Cabernet Franc Destiny Ridge Vineyards,42,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Alexandria Nicole 2010 Wild One Estate Grown Cabernet Franc Destiny Ridge Vineyards Cabernet Franc (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2010-wild-one-estate-grown-cabernet-franc-destiny-ridge-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Alexandria Nicole 13.5,White,Italy,"There's an easy, fresh fruit quality to this Grüner Veltliner that makes this wine similar in style and personality to the white wines of neighboring Austria. Exotic fruit, peach and pineapple are followed by a waxy mouthfeel and a touch of soft sweetness on the finish.",,20,86,,Alto Adige,,Abbazia di Novacella 2011 Grüner Veltliner (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-novacella-2011-gruner-veltliner-alto-adige/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Abbazia di Novacella 14.8,Red,US,"One of the more immediately accessible Rutherford Cabs, offering soft, candied flavors of raspberries, roasted nuts and mocha. No need to age it, so drink up.",,40,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Houdini 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/houdini-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Houdini 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a good, easy drinking Cabernet for drinking now with Cab-friendly fare, like a barbecued flank steak. It's dry and full-bodied, with ripe blackberry, currant and spice flavors.",Bunkhouse,30,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearst Ranch 2010 Bunkhouse Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearst-ranch-2010-bunkhouse-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hearst Ranch 13.5,White,Chile,"Talk about a sharp wine; this almost socks you in the nose upon taking a whiff. It's full of citrus and jalapeño aromas, which are backed by sizzling bell pepper, serrano chili and lime flavors. Expect a raw feeling and super crisp finish.",Aconcagua Costa Single Vineyard,17,86,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2012 Aconcagua Costa Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2012-aconcagua-costa-single-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-aconcagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Errazuriz 13.5,Red,France,"The entry wine of Château Lagrezette lives up to its name in the color. With its soft tannins, touch of smokiness and blackberry-juice fruit flavors, it's a fine showpiece for the more open side of Malbec.",Purple,17,86,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Lagrézette 2011 Purple Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrezette-2011-purple-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Château Lagrézette 12.5,Red,France,"The majority of Cabernet Franc in this wine (blended with Cabernet Sauvignon) gives it a wonderfully smoky, herbal character. Its youth is evident in the tight acidity that cuts through the red berry and cherry fruits, so keep this wine a year or two.",L'Ardoise,17,86,Loire Valley,Anjou,,Domaine des Rochelles 2011 L'Ardoise Red (Anjou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rochelles-2011-lardoise-red-anjou/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Domaine des Rochelles 12,White,France,"An off-dry, full-bodied Chenin Blanc, this wine brings together bitter almond and white-fruit flavors, cut with acidity and topped off with a creamy pear texture. Ready to drink.",Demi-sec,,86,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine de Vaugondy 2011 Demi-sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vaugondy-2011-demi-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Domaine de Vaugondy 12,Rose,France,"Light, fruity wine, hinting at strawberries, along with a vanilla touch from the Merlot in the blend. It's crisp and ready to drink.",,9,86,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine de Lartigue 2012 Rosé (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lartigue-2012-rose-cotes-gascogne/,Rosé,2012,Domaine de Lartigue 13.5,Red,Chile,"Mild strawberry and raspberry aromas are fresh and snappy. All totaled, this is light on its feet and not overly demanding; flavors of red plum, raspberry and oak finish with hints of mint and anise along with lifting acidity.",,12,86,Central Valley,,,Cono Sur 2011 Pinot Noir (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2011-pinot-noir-central-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Cono Sur 14.6,White,US,"With some new oak, this is an easy Sauvignon Blanc, with jammy oranges, pineapples and apricots. The acidity is just fine, giving a bright edge to the fruit.",,32,86,California,Napa,St. Helena,Crosby Roamann 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crosby-roamann-2011-sauvignon-blanc-napa-st-helena/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Crosby Roamann 15.2,Red,US,"An easy-drinking wine offering plenty of Zinny pleasure. It's medium-bodied and velvety, with rich, ripe raspberry, cherry, tobacco, brown sugar and spice flavors.",HB Family Vineyard,28,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Bump 2009 HB Family Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bump-2009-hb-family-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Bump 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a blend of Friulano, Ribolla Gialla and Malvasia Istriana that shows easy fruit tones of stone fruit and melon backed by a waxy, slightly chewy feel in the mouth.",Mon Blanc,19,86,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Castello di Buttrio 2011 Mon Blanc White (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-buttrio-2011-mon-blanc-white-colli-orientali-friuli/,White Blend,2011,Castello di Buttrio 14.4,Red,US,"Shows the headiness of this warm part of Sonoma County, with enormously rich blackberry, cherry, chocolate and Cognac flavors that finish deep and long, with a burn of alcohol. Drink now.",Estate,28,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 2010 Estate Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuhlmuller-2010-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"It's no insult to say that this a nice, pleasant Cabernet for drinking now with everyday fare, like burgers or a steak with French fries. After all, you can't spend a fortune every night, and this wine's affordable price makes it super friendly to the wallet.",Vintner's Collection,13,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sterling 2010 Vintner's Collection Meritage (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2010-vintners-collection-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast/,Meritage,2010,Sterling 13.6,White,US,"An exotic style of Chardonnay with tropical fruit, pear, white flower and honey flavors. It's atypical for the variety, but delicious. Drink now, not too cold.",Riverbench Vineyard,24,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Standing Sun 2011 Riverbench Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-sun-2011-riverbench-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Standing Sun 13,White,Italy,"If you love tangy, spicy Sauvignon, you'll love this wine from the mountainous north of Italy. Green pepper, curry leaf, exotic fruit and lime open the bouquet. The mouthfeel is characterized by soft roundness and good intensity.",,,87,,Alto Adige,,St. Pauls 2011 Sauvignon (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-pauls-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-alto-adige/,Sauvignon,2011,St. Pauls 13,White,Spain,"This slightly evolved Garnacha Blanca is maderized in color and oxidized on the nose, and to a fairly high extent. In the mouth, it's showing a good pulse as the acidity doesn't falter. Flavors of nutty apple and vanilla lead to a finish with walnut notes and more vanilla. Time to drink up!",Garnatxa Blanca,18,87,Catalonia,Terra Alta,,V&N Cellars 2009 Garnatxa Blanca Garnacha Blanca (Terra Alta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-n-cellars-2009-garnatxa-blanca-spanish-white-garnacha-blanca-terra-alta/,Garnacha Blanca,2009,V&N Cellars 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This is a heavy wine with an earthy, almost stewed-smelling nose that is defined by raisin and prune aromas. It feels grabby on the palate, with chunky, blocky berry and prune flavors. This musclebound Malbec finishes rubbery and ripe.",Paso de Piedra,20,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Alicia 2010 Paso de Piedra Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alicia-2010-paso-piedra-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Viña Alicia 13,White,Italy,"Pinot Grigio Case Sugan is a crisp and focused Pinot Grigio with a clean delivery of citrus, peach and honeydew melon aromas. There are added touches of green grass and dusty mineral at the back that give it extra appeal on the silky, fresh finish.",Case Sugan,17,87,,Friuli Grave,,San Simone 2011 Case Sugan Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simone-2011-case-sugan-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2011,San Simone 14.5,Red,US,"Greg Graziano made these Albertina wines from grapes grown on mountain vineyards where they can soak up needed heat. This Cab starts closed off, with a wall of tannins, but over time picks up an intensity of anise and black leather. The wine is structured and ready for food.",Grand Reserve-Zmarzly Family Vineyards,24,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Albertina 2007 Grand Reserve-Zmarzly Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albertina-2007-grand-reserve-zmarzly-family-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Albertina 14,White,Chile,"Tropical aromas come with familiar notes of apple and pear. This feels chunky and melony, with soft, pithy melon and apple flavors. It remains soft and friendly on the finish, and with more fruit than cut, it should be drunk right away.",Aliwen Reserva,13,87,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2011 Aliwen Reserva Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2011-aliwen-reserva-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Undurraga 13,Red,US,"Forward, appealing flavors with an emphasis on tart strawberry fruit put a lively snap into the mid-palate. The tannins are present but balanced, and the wine delivers a lot of clean flavor for the price.",,12,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Underwood 2011 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/underwood-cellars-2011-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Underwood 14.5,Red,US,Starts out distinctly herbal but as it opens up notes of red currant and pencil lead emerge. The plump fruit flavors are supported by a firm structure of fine grained tannins.,,25,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,RoxyAnn 2009 Merlot (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roxyann-2009-merlot-southern-rogue-valley/,Merlot,2009,RoxyAnn 12.5,White,Italy,"Ribolla Gialla is a white grape variety that offers thick, generous aromas that sometimes see a touch of extra spice or crushed clove within its layered bouquet. This wine offers those notes followed by soft tones of peach, cantaloupe melon and candied fruit.",Tenuta RoncAlto,20,87,,Collio,,Livon 2010 Tenuta RoncAlto Ribolla Gialla (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livon-2010-tenuta-roncalto-italian-white-ribolla-gialla-collio/,Ribolla Gialla,2010,Livon 14.9,Red,US,"A fancy red wine for drinking now. It's dry, full-bodied and spicy, with currant, bacon, tobacco and white pepper flavors. Gains traction as it breathes in the glass.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,MCV 2011 Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcv-2011-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2011,MCV 13,White,Italy,"An herbaceous citrus quality opens the bouquet of this elegant Moscato Giallo. But there's subtle complexity here as well with slight accents of cinnamon and dried ginger. In the mouth, the wine is dense and waxy in feel.",,20,87,,Alto Adige,,Nals Margreid 2011 Moscato Giallo (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nals-margreid-2011-italian-white-moscato-giallo-alto-adige/,Moscato Giallo,2011,Nals Margreid 14,Red,Chile,"This new 50-50 blend of Malbec and Cabernet is dark and oaky, with rubbery aromas blended with ripe berry, carob and lactic scents. The palate is forward in feel, with driving tannins and oaky flavors of blackberry and chocolate. There's a lot of power and fruit to this wine, but also a lot of oak.",Twins,15,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2011 Twins Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2011-twins-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2011,Montes 12,White,France,"A fruity, light and very dry wine with a fragrance that bursts from the glass. Great acidity to lifts the already-lively apple and pear flavors. There's just a touch of bitter almonds.",Sec,,87,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine de Vaugondy 2011 Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vaugondy-2011-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Domaine de Vaugondy 13,Red,Spain,"The nose on this Syrah is ripe, with plum and raisiny aromas. It's lively in the mouth, albeit raw feeling, with red berry, plum and currant flavors. A short, mildly oaky finish closes the show.",,15,87,Levante,Valencia,,Fedriani Laffitte 2010 Syrah (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fedriani-laffitte-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-valencia/,Syrah,2010,Fedriani Laffitte 12,Red,Italy,"Here's a bright and easy-going Merlot that delivers fresh fruit and light touches of spice and toasted nut. The wine is not too complicated or complex, nor is it designed to be.",,18,87,Veneto,Colli Berici,,Domenico Cavazza 2011 Merlot (Colli Berici),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domenico-cavazza-2011-merlot-colli-berici/,Merlot,2011,Domenico Cavazza 11.5,Sparkling,France,"This is an attractive fruity wine with flavors of apples wrapped in lemon zest that yield a delicious, refreshing acidity as well as a zingy texture. It has a creamy mousse that balanes the crispness with touch of richness from the fine, full aftertaste.",Brut Blanc de Blancs,,87,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,François Montand NV Brut Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-montand-nv-brut-blanc-blancs-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,François Montand 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a Pinot Grigio that ranks high in terms of fresh, easy-drinking white wine options from northern Italy. The bouquet delivers crisp tones of honeydew melon, herb and a distant mineral dusting. In the mouth, it shows balanced freshness and a bright peach finish.",,17,87,,Alto Adige,,Erste Neue 2011 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erste-neue-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Erste Neue 14,Red,France,"The youngest red in the Couly-Dutheil range is just such pure, exuberant Cabernet Franc. It is perfumed, ripe with black currant fruit and a layered with acidity. Its fruitiness makes it a wine to be drunk young, its tannins giving structure rather than aging potential.",La Coulée Automnale,16,87,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Couly-Dutheil 2011 La Coulée Automnale (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couly-dutheil-2011-coulee-automnale-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Couly-Dutheil 14.8,Red,US,"There's a briary, brambly note to this rustic Zin, with its edgy tannins and spicy black currant, cola, tobacco and anise flavors. Will last for several years in the bottle, but best enjoyed now for freshness.",Treborce Vineyard,33,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Carol Shelton 2009 Treborce Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2009-treborce-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Carol Shelton 13.2,Red,US,"This might be considered the winery's reserve Pinot Noir, though it's awfully light. Smooth, one-dimensional berry fruit is set against a light wash of milk chocolate. Drink soon.",Roads End Estate Vineyard,45,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Carlton Cellars 2010 Roads End Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlton-cellars-2010-roads-end-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2010,Carlton Cellars 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Warm and rich, this is a bold, fruity wine—a classic blend of Trincadeira, Aragonez and Alicante Bouschet. It has ripe berry fruits along with firm, ripe tannins and a solid, dense texture. The wine is ready to drink.",Romeira,,87,Alentejano,,,Caves Velhas 2011 Romeira Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-velhas-2011-romeira-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2011,Caves Velhas 13.5,White,Italy,"This bright Sauvignon delivers exotic fruit, yellow rose, ginger and tomato leaf. Those pretty varietal characteristics give the wine life and personality and are followed by a smooth, waxy feel in the mouth.",,,87,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Castello di Buttrio 2011 Sauvignon (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-buttrio-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-colli-orientali-friuli/,Sauvignon,2011,Castello di Buttrio 13.5,White,Italy,"Although this is an easy wine at its heart, it offers just enough natural structure and territory-driven personality to help it stand apart in a crowd. The grape Pinot Bianco and the cool climate of Alto Adige in the far north of Italy make for wonderful bedfellows. Together, they shape a fresh and tangy wine with peach, citrus and melon fruitiness.",,20,87,,Alto Adige,,Castel Sallegg 2011 Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castel-sallegg-2011-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2011,Castel Sallegg 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a very light-bodied red wine from the cool climate north of Italy (the grape used here is called Schiava) that could be served slightly chilled with appetizers or white meat. It opens with fresh berry nuances, raspberry and cherry.",Bischofsleiten,19,87,,Alto Adige,,Castel Sallegg 2011 Bischofsleiten Schiava (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castel-sallegg-2011-bischofsleiten-italian-red-schiava-alto-adige/,Schiava,2011,Castel Sallegg 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's a fresh and easy-going expression of Müller-Thurgau that offers medium build and pretty aromas of honey, white flower and fleshy white peach. The wine is soft by dry in the mouth.",,15,87,,Alto Adige,,Alois Lageder 2011 Müller-Thurgau (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alois-lageder-2011-other-white-muller-thurgau-alto-adige/,Müller-Thurgau,2011,Alois Lageder 12.5,White,Italy,"There's a pretty sensation of fullness here that comes across thanks to the aromas of peach and yellow rose. In the mouth, the wine offers more exotic fruit with a touch of drying mineral on the close. Sweet peach and melon define the close.",Tufaie,14,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Bolla 2011 Tufaie (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2011-tufaie-white-soave-classico/,White Blend,2011,Bolla 13.5,Red,Spain,"This is light in color but packs punch and quality. The nose is mild but spicy, with red plum and cherry aromas. It's juicy, fresh and medium bodied, with flavors of plum and raspberry along with oak-driven vanilla. For a snappy wine, this has just enough stuffing to take it up a notch.",Crianza,15,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Beronia 2009 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beronia-2009-crianza-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2009,Beronia 14.1,Red,US,"Lots of tannins and zingy acidity in this richly fruity, dry Syrah. The acidity gives it a tingle. You might want to give this brooding young wine a few years to let the currant and pepper flavors mellow out.",Nelson Family Vineyard,45,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Beauregard 2010 Nelson Family Vineyard Syrah (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beauregard-2010-nelson-family-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Syrah,2010,Beauregard 14,Red,Chile,"The bouquet delivers a mix of lactic-smelling oak, herbal berry and finally a blast of char. The wine is full and resiny in feel, with oak-driven flavors of cassis, blackberry, chocolate and clove. On the finish, this tastes baked and oaky, with some heat.",Reserva,17,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Koyle 2010 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koyle-2010-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Koyle 13.5,Rose,Italy,"This terrific Rosato represents a dynamic blend of Pinot Nero, Lagrein, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. It opens with a bright pink color, a dry mouthfeel and spicy after notes of dried raspberry, cherry and cinnamon stick.",Signé,18,87,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 2011 Signé Rosato (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellerei-kaltern-caldaro-2011-signe-rose-rosato-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,Rosato,2011,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 13.9,White,US,"A stylish, easy drinking white wine, dry and mouthwatering in acidity, with apricot, tangerine, papaya,honey and vanilla flavors. The blend is Grenache Blanc and Roussanne.",Hapa Blanc,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Kaena 2011 Hapa Blanc White (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaena-2011-hapa-blanc-white-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style White Blend,2011,Kaena 15.2,Red,US,"Lots of rich, rewarding cherry pie, red currant and sandalwood flavors in this dry young Grenache. It's a bit pert in acidity, and not likely to improve with age, so decant and drink up.",Larner Vineyard,38,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Kaena 2010 Larner Vineyard Grenache (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaena-2010-larner-vineyard-grenache-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache,2010,Kaena 12.5,Red,France,"The lightest of the cuvées from Jean-Maurice Raffault, this is soft, fruity, already drinkable. It has a heady perfume, red fruits and light acidity all attractively packaged in a round structure.",Les Galuches,16,87,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Jean-Maurice Raffault 2011 Les Galuches (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-maurice-raffault-2011-galuches-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Jean-Maurice Raffault 13.7,Red,US,"Anderson Valley-based Husch sources from inland Mendocino's La Ribera Vineyards near Ukiah for its Cabernet Sauvignon, where it can get warm enough to produce this savory, structured wine. It's still tight, but textured with flavors of clove, red and black fruit.",,23,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Husch 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a fruity wine to drink now with barbecue. It's rich and ripe in blackberries and blueberries, sprinkled with cocoa and black pepper, and wrapped into firm tannins that want some sweetly grilled meat to tear into.",Roger's Fault,34,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2009 Roger's Fault Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2009-rogers-fault-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Wilson 12.5,Red,France,"A light and fruity wine, without wood, that shows delicious, refreshing, red currant fruit and just a light touch of fruit tannin. It's crisp, bright, attractively finished with some smokiness and acidity.",Cuvée Terroir,21,87,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2010 Cuvée Terroir (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2010-cuvee-terroir-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Charles Joguet 14.4,Red,US,"Flashy and impressive, if a bit soft and candied, with a drink-me-now easiness. The flavors suggest raspberries and cherries that have been generously oaked. Seems to be giving its best now.",,44,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Black Ridge 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-ridge-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Black Ridge 14.8,Red,US,"Few Zins get this powerful and extracted. It just explodes in the mouth with gigantic flavors of blackberries, currants, tobacco, exotic spices and cocoa. Yet the finish is thoroughly dry. Alcohol is high, as it tends to be on these Sonoma Zins. A natural for barbecue.",'Xander Zin Harris-Kratka Vineyard,33,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Carol Shelton 2009 'Xander Zin Harris-Kratka Vineyard Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2009-xander-zin-harris-kratka-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Carol Shelton 13.5,White,US,"This is a massively fruity Chardonnay. Few wines on earth offer this concentration of pineapples, oranges, mangoes, apricots and limes, not to mention honey and vanilla. Would be over the top except for bright acidity and a stony minerality.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Carmel Road 2011 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-road-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2011,Carmel Road 13.5,Red,Spain,"This new varietal series wine from Baron de Ley is solid and attractive, with plum, berry, tomato and herbal aromas. It's full, chunky and not searing, a plus for Graciano. As for flavors, look for plum, red berry and herbal notes. On the finish, it turns more oaky tasting and lactic.",Varietales,20,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baron De Ley 2009 Varietales (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-ley-2009-varietales-spanish-red-graciano-rioja/,Graciano,2009,Baron De Ley 14,Red,US,"Mostly Merlot, with Cabernet Sauvignon and a splash of Malbec filling it out. It's tannic and earthy, definitely accenting the herbal side of flavor, with a hint of pepper also. The mid palate shows some decent concentration.",,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Bridge Press 2009 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgepress-cellars-2009-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2009,Bridge Press 13,White,Argentina,"This tropical-style white is aromatic and fresh, with aromas of bath soap, lemon-lime and nectarine. The mouth is racy and the flavors are green in nature—think apple, kiwi and especially lime. On the finish, tropical flavors of mango and passion fruit arise.",Estate Bottled,11,87,Other,Cafayate,,Quara 2012 Estate Bottled Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quara-2012-estate-bottled-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2012,Quara 13.7,Red,US,"Fragrant opening notes of fennel, tobacco and lime introduce a well-crafted Cabernet sourced from the Pepper Bridge vineyard. The fruit flavors are quite dry, slightly attenuated, and hinting at herbs throughout.",,39,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Mosquito Fleet 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosquito-fleet-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Mosquito Fleet 13.5,Red,Spain,"Plum and berry aromas form a nice, fruity opening. The palate is lively and a bit jumpy, with quick-flowing flavors of berry fruits leading directly to a mild, medium-length finish. This wine is solid and doesn't overreach.",Made with Organically Grown Grapes,15,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Osoti 2011 Made with Organically Grown Grapes (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/osoti-2011-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2011,Osoti 13.5,Red,Chile,"Cherry, cassis and rose petal aromas are clean and approachable. The palate is tight and fresh but limited in scope. There's a quick rush of red berry and plum flavors that drift toward oaky vanilla on the finish.",Reserva,15,87,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2010 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2010-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Aresti 13.5,White,US,"With a portion of proceeds going to Seattle University's general athletic fund, this Viognier with a dash of Roussanne (8%) has notes of canned pear and mandarin orange slices sprinkled with green tea. Fermented and aged in stainless steel, it is broad and textured with a streak of acidity stitching it all together.",Seattle U Redhawks White Wine Destiny Ridge Vineyard,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Alexandria Nicole 2012 Seattle U Redhawks White Wine Destiny Ridge Vineyard White (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2012-seattle-u-redhawks-white-wine-destiny-ridge-vineyard-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,White Blend,2012,Alexandria Nicole 12.5,White,US,"A delightful bottle of Sauvignon Blanc with notes of pink grapefruit, lime zest, and medley of fresh herbs. What the palate lacks in terms of fruit concentration it makes up for with a fine zip of acidity.",,19,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Kriselle 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kriselle-2011-sauvignon-blanc-southern-rogue-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Kriselle 13,White,France,"Showcasing a rich style of Sancerre, this wine is creamy in texture with flavors of almonds, ripe melon and citrus. The palate is full and soft, with just the aftertaste showing crispness.",La Reine Blanche,24,87,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Jean Reverdy et Fils 2011 La Reine Blanche (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-reverdy-fils-2011-reine-blanche-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Jean Reverdy et Fils 14,White,Italy,"Perfumed intensity with exotic fruit, peach and wild herb help shape the wine's generous bouquet. There's a touch of sweetness in the mouth followed by a waxy texture and a slightly heavy sensation overall.",,22,87,,Alto Adige,,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 2011 Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellerei-kaltern-caldaro-2011-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 15.1,Red,US,"A good evocation of a Santa Ynez Grenache. Shows the right bite of acidity, with interesting cherry pie, bacon and sandalwood flavors that lead to a long, spicy finish. Drink up.",Tierra Alta Vineyard,38,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Kaena 2010 Tierra Alta Vineyard Grenache (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaena-2010-tierra-alta-vineyard-grenache-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache,2010,Kaena ,Red,US,"Rich, upfront raspberry and cherry pie, tart red currant and sweet sandalwood flavors mark this Pinot. It's not one to age, but shows plenty of Russian River Valley style and flash.",,33,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Jewell 2010 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-jewell-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Joseph Jewell 12.5,Red,US,"This inland Monterey appellation is better known for Cabernet Sauvignon. The warm weather shows in the wine's soft mouthfeel and ripe, one-dimensional flavors of cherries, cola and currants. Drink now.",Estate Grown,33,87,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Holman Ranch 2010 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/holman-ranch-2010-estate-grown-pinot-noir-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Holman Ranch 14.5,Red,US,"A good, useful Pinot that starts out a little brusque and sharp, then turns sweetly jammy in raspberries and cola. Not an ager, but decant it for a few hours.",SRH,27,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lafond 2010 SRH Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-2010-srh-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Lafond 12.5,Red,France,"Smooth and softly textured, this is an attractive red wine. It has ripe berry fruits, gentle tannins that are enough to bring out the wood and spice flavors. Give the wine two years.",,45,87,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Roger et Didier Raimbault 2010 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-didier-raimbault-2010-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2010,Roger et Didier Raimbault 13,White,Chile,"The nose on this wine is fresh but nothing unusual or exciting. In the mouth, it's racy, with acidity and flavors of green veggies, citrus fruits and pith. Things turn more pithy and mildly bitter on the finish, where tarragon and rosemary accents take over.",Limited Edition,17,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Rios de Chile 2011 Limited Edition Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rios-chile-2011-limited-edition-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Rios de Chile 13,White,Portugal,"All cool citrus, this is a fruity, fragrant wine. The lemon and orange flavors are rounded out with peach and a hint of pineapple. It's fresh, exuberant and ready to drink now.",Vinhas do Lasso,16,87,Lisboa,,,Quinta do Pinto 2010 Vinhas do Lasso White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-pinto-2010-vinhas-lasso-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2010,Quinta do Pinto 15.6,Red,US,"Spectacularly ripe, with the cherries and blackberries veering into raisins. Tannic, too, with some bitterness, especially toward the finish. But the main impression of this Merlot is richness. Drink up.",Frediani Vineyard,45,87,California,Napa,Calistoga,Vermeil 2010 Frediani Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vermeil-2010-frediani-vineyard-cabernet-franc-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Vermeil 14,White,US,"A rich, oaky Sauvignon Blanc, bright in acidity and packed with lemon, lime and tropical fruit flavors. Easy to drink with almost anything calling for a medium-bodied, lush white wine.",River Road Ranch,23,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Trione 2011 River Road Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trione-2011-river-road-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Trione 14,Red,Italy,"This well-priced Ripasso from the Valpantena sub zone offers dark fruit, black pepper, cola and licorice aromas. The intensity is mild and so is the impact of the wine's velvety mouthfeel.",,15,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso Valpantena Superiore,,Tezza 2009 Valpolicella Ripasso Valpantena Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tezza-2009-red-valpolicella-ripasso-valpantena-superiore/,Corvina,2009,Tezza 13.5,White,US,"Oaky and bone dry, with ripe pineapple, green apple and buttered toast flavors, brightened by zesty, mouthwatering acidity. Ready now, but don't chill too much to enjoy the nuances.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Schug 2011 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Schug 14.5,Red,US,"Tasty, tart red berry flavors abound, from cranberries on up, with a suggestion of dried herbs. The finish turns a bit chalky.",La Ronde,33,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Eleven 2010 La Ronde Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eleven-2010-ronde-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,Eleven 14.5,Red,US,"A satisfying Zinfandel that's ready to drink, accessible and softly textured. Easton's “E” has a lot of earthy fruit to offer and is a good value given its provenance.",E,22,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Easton 2010 E Zinfandel (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2010-e-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Zinfandel,2010,Easton 12,Rose,France,"By retaining some of the natural perfumes of Cabernet Franc, this is a delightfully attractive wine. It is fragrant while also packed with bright raspberry fruits and the merest hint of tannin and structure.",René Couly Rosé,16,87,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Couly-Dutheil 2011 René Couly Rosé Cabernet Franc (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couly-dutheil-2011-rene-rose-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Couly-Dutheil 12,White,Italy,"This bright and easy-going Soave opens with a pretty golden color and lively aromas of stone fruit, citrus and cantaloupe melon. The mouthfeel is smooth and fresh.",Roncathe,,87,Veneto,Soave,,Corte Moschina 2011 Roncathe (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-moschina-2011-roncathe-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2011,Corte Moschina 13,White,Italy,"This beautiful Friulano shows good structure and density with lingering tones of peach, melon and bright citrus on the close. This excellent value wine would pair with shrimp, white meat or vegetables.",,11,87,,Collio,,Cormòns 2011 Friulano (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cormons-2011-italian-white-friulano-collio/,Friulano,2011,Cormòns 14,Red,Argentina,"This opaque Malbec is a heavyweight with leathery aromas, horsey notes and blueberry. It's saturated and thick, with just enough acidity but mostly it delivers thick berry flavors, tons of oak, raisiny notes and hard tannins.",Diamondia,20,87,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,DiamAndes 2010 Diamondia Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamandes-2010-diamondia-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2010,DiamAndes 15,Red,US,"The aromas are light and elusive here with pencil eraser, dried cranberries, leather, and currant. The palate is full of tart cherry and cranberry flavors backed by grainy tannins. Shows some heat on the finish.",Reserve,28,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,David Hill 2009 Reserve Merlot (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2009-reserve-merlot-southern-rogue-valley/,Merlot,2009,David Hill 14.1,Red,Argentina,"This is a nice effort for varietal Petit Verdot. The nose delivers a forceful blast of black fruit and plum aromas. The mouthfeel is rugged and juicy, with forward, driving flavors of plum and berry that end abruptly. It's a rough go but it's good and well made.",Remolinos Vineyard,35,87,Mendoza Province,Agrelo,,Finca Decero 2010 Remolinos Vineyard Petit Verdot (Agrelo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-decero-2010-remolinos-vineyard-petit-verdot-agrelo/,Petit Verdot,2010,Finca Decero 13,White,Argentina,"Typical for the variety, this is tropical smelling on top, with peach-pit aromas on the bottom of the bouquet. The palate feels round and level, with lemon, lime and papaya flavors. Things finish long and citrusy, with moderate pithy bitterness.",,14,87,Other,Salta,,Filus 2012 Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filus-2012-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2012,Filus 13,Dessert,France,"Picked in November, the late harvest grapes make up this rich wine, with honey and ginger flavors along with light, dancing acidity that gives the wine great poise. Great with pâtés or terrines.",Saint-Albert,18,87,Southwest France,Pacherenc du Vic Bilh,,Producteurs Plaimont 2011 Saint-Albert (Pacherenc du Vic Bilh),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/producteurs-plaimont-2011-saint-albert-white-blend-gros-petit-manseng-pacherenc-vic-bilh/,Gros and Petit Manseng,2011,Producteurs Plaimont 14,Red,Spain,"The nose on this Cabernet-Merlot blend starts out hard and tough, but with airing you'll get licorice and black-fruit aromas. It's a bit narrow and tannic on the palate, with lots of grab to go with flavors of molasses, blackberry and coffee. The finish is angular and short.",Masia Les Comes Reserva,25,87,Catalonia,Conca de Barberà,,Clos Mont-Blanc 2006 Masia Les Comes Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Conca de Barberà),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-mont-blanc-2006-masia-comes-reserva-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-conca-barbera/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2006,Clos Mont-Blanc 13.8,Red,US,A perfumed wine with notes of green tea and sweet herbs accented by cinnamon. The cherry and cranberry aromas and flavors have started to dry out with the fruit playing second fiddle to the tart acidity and grainy tannic structure.,Sam's Valley Vineyard,25,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Cliff Creek 2008 Sam's Valley Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cliff-creek-2008-sams-valley-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-southern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Cliff Creek 14.5,Red,Chile,"The nose on this three-grape blend of Carmenère, Petit Verdot and Shiraz is a bit funky and herbal, with metallic notes and tomato to go with roast plum and heavy spice. It's lively and shows kick in the mouth, while the flavors are oaky, spicy and end with dry raspberry and oak-based vanilla.",Anke Blend 2 Carménère-Petit Verdot-Shiraz,20,87,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2009 Anke Blend 2 Carménère-Petit Verdot-Shiraz Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2009-anke-blend-2-carmenere-petit-verdot-shiraz-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Santa Alicia 14,Red,Portugal,"Nettles and undergrowth aromas give this wine a distinctive character. With its medicinal, herbal contrast to ripe plum fruits, the wine has an edgy feel. Acidity and firm tannins are lifted by full perfumes. It needs another year to develop.",Vila Santa,20,87,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2011 Vila Santa Trincadeira (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2011-vila-santa-portuguese-red-trincadeira-alentejano/,Trincadeira,2011,J. Portugal Ramos 13,White,Italy,"This is a fine and pristine expression of Ribolla Gialla, with bright fruit aromas of peach, citrus and pear. There's a touch of dusty mineral at the back and the wine is fresh and tart on the close.",,22,87,,Venezia Giulia,,Tenuta Luisa 2011 Ribolla Gialla (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-luisa-2011-italian-white-ribolla-gialla-venezia-giulia/,Ribolla Gialla,2011,Tenuta Luisa 13.5,White,Argentina,"Powdery, tropical aromas are light and fresh. And that pretty much describes the wine. In the mouth, it's bouncy, with citrus flavors, tropicality and a hint of nutmeg. The finish is true to the grape, with nice feel and clarity.",Reserva,13,87,Other,La Rioja,,Tamarí 2011 Reserva Torrontés (La Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamari-2011-reserva-torrontes-rioja/,Torrontés,2011,Tamarí 12,Red,Italy,"Raboso is a soft, fruit-driven grape that is native of northern Italy. This expression presents a light and informal side of the variety with cherry, blackberry and a smooth texture.",Il Tralcetto,14,87,Veneto,Piave,,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 2009 Il Tralcetto Raboso (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cescon-italo-storia-e-vini-2009-il-tralcetto-italian-red-raboso-piave/,Raboso,2009,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 14.6,Red,US,"This delicious wine drinks well now for its soft, fruity approachability. It's full with raspberries and cherries, while exhibiting lots of buttery, toasty oak. Fancy enough to pair with a fine steak.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Corkscrew 2008 Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corkscrew-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2008,Corkscrew 13.5,White,Italy,"From one of the most prestigious co-operatives in the far north of Italy, this bright Pinot Grigio shows impressive structure with creamy appeal and a silky texture. It offers bright tones of peach and melon on the close.",,17,87,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Produttori Bolzano S. Maddalena/Gries 2011 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-produttori-bolzano-s-maddalena-gries-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Cantina Produttori Bolzano S. Maddalena/Gries 12.5,White,Italy,"Straightforward and bright, this is the perfect Italian white to pair with raw seafood, sushi or seafood salad. Crisp citrus, stone fruit, pear and honey aromas are delivers in an easy and attractive manner. This is an informal wine that will enhance many of your favorite summer foods.",Rocca Sveva,16,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Cantina di Soave 2011 Rocca Sveva (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2011-rocca-sveva-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2011,Cantina di Soave 12,White,France,"Produced at the Abbey of Saint Radegonde, this is a classic Muscadet—all citrus flavors going in a straight line for freshness and seafood. The acidity cuts refreshingly through fruit, leaving a crisp aftertaste.",Sur Lie,10,87,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Château de la Berrière 2011 Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-berriere-2011-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2011,Château de la Berrière 13,Rose,US,"Shelton leaves the organically grown Carignane grapes she uses for this wine on the skins for three days, resulting in a dark velvet-red color that's followed by flavors of ripe strawberry with a twist of watermelon. Smooth and easy drinking, enjoy before a meal, on a picnic or with light, springtime fare.",Rendezvous Dry Rosé of Carignane,15,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Carol Shelton 2012 Rendezvous Dry Rosé of Carignane Rosé (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2012-rendezvous-dry-rose-carignane-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Rosé,2012,Carol Shelton 15,Red,US,"Floral in aroma, this Mendocino Cabernet is soft and structured with a nice balance of acidity against its medium weight. Made by Penny Gadd Coster whose tenure as Albertina's winemaker began with this vintage.",Grand Reserve-Zmarzly Family Vineyards,26,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Albertina 2009 Grand Reserve-Zmarzly Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albertina-2009-grand-reserve-zmarzly-family-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Albertina 13,White,Italy,"Here's a well-priced Pinot Bianco would make a great aperitivo choice to pair with salmon canapés or bruschetta. The wine opens with citrus, stone fruit and shows a drying note of talc powder as well.",,15,87,,Alto Adige,,Tramin 2011 Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tramin-2011-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2011,Tramin 15,Red,US,"What this Zin lacks in elegance it more than makes up for in sheer power. It's high in alcohol and brawny in the mouth, with muscular tannins and ripe flavors of currants, raisins, dates and sandalwood. Defines this style of Zin, although it's not for everyone.",Gilsson Vineyard Old Vine,38,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,V. Sattui 2010 Gilsson Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2010-gilsson-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,V. Sattui 14.5,Red,Chile,"This is fairly full, with plum and berry aromas and barrel influences that turn charred and minty upon airing. The mouthfeel is solid, while flavors of resiny oak carry the front and back palate, with an herbal berry flavor sitting between the folds. This is woody and resiny on the finish.",Reserva Especial Sibaris,16,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Undurraga 2011 Reserva Especial Sibaris Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2011-reserva-especial-sibaris-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2011,Undurraga 13,White,Italy,"From the northeast of Italy, this bright Sauvignon shows clean and crisp aromas that are beautifully characteristic of the variety. Lemon grass, peach, exotic fruit and tomato leaf make for a compelling bouquet. The wine's aromatic intensity is impressive.",,19,87,,Friuli Colli Orientali,,Sirch 2011 Sauvignon (Friuli Colli Orientali),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sirch-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-friuli-colli-orientali/,Sauvignon,2011,Sirch 13.5,White,US,"Buttered toast, orange jam, vanilla, honey and yeasty flavors swirl together to make this easy-drinking Chardonnay. It has good acidity countering a lushness in the finish.",,18,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2010 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2010-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2010,Gloria Ferrer 14,White,Italy,"This expression of Pinot Bianco is set apart by the weight and thickness of its mouthfeel. Those qualities make it a perfect companion to spicy foods from India or southeast Asia. That broad, thick texture shows balanced acidity with highlights of melon, stone fruit and pear.",Plattenriegl,21,87,,Alto Adige,,Girlan 2011 Plattenriegl Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girlan-2011-plattenriegl-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2011,Girlan 10.5,Dessert,Italy,"Made with Moscato Rosa grapes, this light dessert Rosato opens with raspberry, forest fruit and simple strawberry aromas with light touches bitter almond at the back. It's a fun, informal wine with subtle sweetness that ends with a bright note of zesty fruit. Pair it with white chocolate or fruit tarts.",Rosenmuskateller,24,87,,Delle Venezie,,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 2011 Rosenmuskateller Moscato (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellerei-kaltern-caldaro-2011-rosenmuskateller-muscat-moscato-delle-venezie/,Moscato,2011,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 14.4,Red,US,"Tart, citrusy acidity backs up cranberry, pomegranate and spice flavors in this dry, silky young Pinot Noir. It's somewhat brusque right out of the bottle, so give it a brief decant before pouring.",Hunter's Cuvée,40,87,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Holman Ranch 2010 Hunter's Cuvée Pinot Noir (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/holman-ranch-2010-hunters-cuvee-pinot-noir-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Holman Ranch 12.5,White,Italy,"Ribolla Gialla is one of the great protagonists among the celebrated white grapes of northeastern Italy. This expression offers thick layers of banana, exotic fruit, nectarine and candied peach. There's a dense, almost waxy quality to the wine overall.",Turian,50,87,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Eugenio Collavini 2010 Turian Ribolla Gialla (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eugenio-collavini-2010-turian-italian-white-ribolla-gialla-colli-orientali-friuli/,Ribolla Gialla,2010,Eugenio Collavini 12.5,White,France,"Classic by name and classic by nature, this is a honeyed wine rich with almond notes. It's ripe with kiwi and pineapple flavors and finishes with a delicious orange-zest minerality. A wine for immediate drinking.",Classic,19,87,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Marc Bredif 2011 Classic (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-bredif-2011-classic-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Marc Bredif 12.5,White,Italy,"Moscato Giallo has the remarkable ability of appearing sweet on the nose, thanks to the intensity of its honey and yellow rose aromas, and dry in the mouth. In fact, the wine is polished, clean and crisp on the close.",,25,87,,Alto Adige,,Manincor 2011 Moscato Giallo (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manincor-2011-italian-white-moscato-giallo-alto-adige/,Moscato Giallo,2011,Manincor 12,White,Italy,"Montesei shows authentic Soave Classico aromas of pear, stone fruit and dusty mineral at the back. Aged only in stainless steel in order to maintain its aromatic freshness, the wine feels smooth and richer than you'd expect on the palate.",Montesei,15,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Le Battistelle 2011 Montesei (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-battistelle-2011-montesei-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2011,Le Battistelle 12,White,France,"This is an intense, dense Sauvignon Blanc, full of concentrated lemon zest and green herbs. It has a young, mineral texture, while possessing a nervy acidity.",Le Grand Caillou,13,87,Loire Valley,Val de Loire,,Patient Cottat 2011 Le Grand Caillou Sauvignon Blanc (Val de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patient-cottat-2011-le-grand-caillou-sauvignon-blanc-val/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Patient Cottat ,Red,US,"Mostly Malbec and Syrah topped off with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, it's subtle with notes of freshly hewn wood, plum, cinnamon, and cherry pie. The palate's soft cherry flavors are juxtaposed against oak spices but the wood ultimately wins.",Vestige,65,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,Newhouse Family 2009 Vestige Red (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newhouse-family-2009-vestige-red-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Red Blend,2009,Newhouse Family 14.9,Red,US,"This red blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah and other varieties is rugged and rustic, with jaggy tannins, but it does have some compelling interest. It's an earthy wine, with tobacco, herb, currant and blackberry flavors that finish with some complexity.",Porch,36,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fir Hill 2010 Porch Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fir-hill-2010-porch-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Fir Hill 13.5,Red,France,"In Cahors, wines labeled ""Tradition"" are the simplest in the range. This dark-hued wine shows that character, with its blackberry flavors upfront, although there's a strong sense of tannin as well. It will always be firm, a great wine for hard cheese and sausages.",Tradition,13,87,Southwest France,Cahors,,Domaine de Cause 2010 Tradition Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cause-2010-tradition-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Domaine de Cause 12.5,White,France,"The entry level wine from Roblin is all fruitiness—citrus and pineapple—with bright acidity. It's fresh, herbaceous edge is well integrated into the fruit character. Ready to drink now.",Origine,29,87,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Roblin 2011 Origine (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roblin-2011-origine-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Domaine Roblin 11.5,White,France,"From the Armagnac region of south-west France, this is herbaceous, cool and crisp, a great aperitif white. It has green fruits, bright texture and lively acidity.",,,87,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine de Lartigue 2012 White (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lartigue-2012-white-cotes-gascogne/,White Blend,2012,Domaine de Lartigue 12.5,Red,France,"From chalk soil, this Pinot Noir is light, fragrant, fruity and textured. It has red currant fruits, a perfumed acidity and just a hint of the wood aging. Keep for 2–3 years.",Terres Blanches,22,87,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Thomas & Fils 2011 Terres Blanches (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-thomas-fils-2011-terres-blanches-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2011,Domaine Thomas & Fils 14.2,White,US,"An aromatic wine with notes of lavender, vanilla, and ripe peaches. The palate is rich and full bodied, showing some heat on the finish.",Clifton Vineyard,24,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Bunnell 2010 Clifton Vineyard Viognier (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2010-clifton-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Viognier,2010,Bunnell 14.4,Red,US,"Nearly five years old, the notes of cherry, orange rind, and tobacco have started to dry out with tangy acidity and firm tannins persisting.",BDX Northridge Vineyard,34,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Bunnell 2008 BDX Northridge Vineyard Petit Verdot (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2008-bdx-northridge-vineyard-petit-verdot-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Petit Verdot,2008,Bunnell 13,White,Italy,"Primarily farmed in Alsace and Germany, Sylvaner is often said to offer a rather neutral bouquet. This expression from the far north of Italy does have some aromatic kick with lemon curd and peach at the forefront. In the mouth, the wine shows medium density.",,20,87,,Alto Adige,,Abbazia di Novacella 2011 Sylvaner (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-novacella-2011-other-white-sylvaner-alto-adige/,Sylvaner,2011,Abbazia di Novacella 14,Red,Chile,"Leathery berry aromas give way to oak-driven popcorn, butter and even some plastic on the bouquet. This is a vivacious wine, with herbal, gamy berry and mint flavors. On the finish, you get a resiny oak flavor along with good feel and length.",Viñedo Las Vertientes,20,87,Aconcagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2010 Viñedo Las Vertientes Syrah (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2010-vinedo-las-vertientes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-aconcagua-valley/,Syrah,2010,Arboleda 13,White,Italy,"Vis Terrae is a bold and saturated expression of Sauvignon that opens with a bright golden color and ripe aromas of exotic fruit, papaya and honey. There's a soft mineral dusting at the back that serves as an elegant reminder of the graceful aging it is undergoing.",Vis Terrae,17,87,,Friuli Grave,,Antonutti 2009 Vis Terrae Sauvignon (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonutti-2009-vis-terrae-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-friuli-grave/,Sauvignon,2009,Antonutti 14.5,Red,Argentina,"The bouquet on this aggressive Malbec is a mix of olive and leather along with black fruits and asphalt. The palate is big but pinched by narrowing acidity. Flavors of blackberry come with heavy oak, and the finish is toasty and dense.",,20,87,Mendoza Province,La Consulta,,Angulo Innocenti 2011 Malbec (La Consulta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angulo-innocenti-2011-malbec-consulta/,Malbec,2011,Angulo Innocenti 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This Cab is hard-capped on the nose, with chocolate, vanilla and plastic-like aromas. In the mouth, it's nervy and hints at astringency, while the flavor profile is led by lemony oak but also shows dark cherry and cassis. This is bold on the back side, with a resiny, oaky finish.",,20,87,Mendoza Province,La Consulta,,Angulo Innocenti 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (La Consulta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angulo-innocenti-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-consulta/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Angulo Innocenti 13.5,Rose,Italy,"This bright and fragrant Rosato from northern Italy offers delicate layers of raspberry, blueberry, white almond and pink grapefruit. It shows solid but simple lines and would make a good companion to Indian samosas.",,17,87,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 2011 Lagrein (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-2011-italian-red-lagrein-alto-adige/,Lagrein,2011,Cantina Terlano 15.3,Red,US,"Something about this wine suggests an insanely delicious cheeseburger, perfectly grilled, and dressed with mayo and a rich tomato ketchup. It's soft and glycerine with alcohol, and stuffed with the ripest berries and cocoa.",Halter Ranch Vineyard,28,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Chateau Lettau 2008 Halter Ranch Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lettau-2008-halter-ranch-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Chateau Lettau 12,Sparkling,France,"A blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine is almost dry, but with just a hint of crushed strawberries to add a softer character. It's light and fresh—a fine aperitif style.",Réserve de Sours,21,87,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Château de Sours NV Réserve de Sours Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sours-nv-reserve-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Château de Sours 14.9,Red,US,"The tannins are brusque but furry and the fruit so ripe it veers into chocolate-covered raisins. The alcohol is high, but who cares? This is a happy, exuberant wine, proud to accompany a great steak or spicy barbecued ribs.",L'Entree The Entry,32,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bon Niche 2010 L'Entree The Entry Malbec (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bon-niche-2010-lentree-entry-malbec-central-coast-paso-robles/,Malbec,2010,Bon Niche 13.5,Red,Spain,"Plum and berry aromas are chunky and bring notes of leather and animal to the table. This offers size and density along with mildly lactic red-fruit and spice flavors. There's an outsized oak flavor and resin to deal with on the finish, but overall this captures the essence of Ribera del Duero for under $20.",Damana 5,16,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas y Viñedos Tábula 2010 Damana 5 (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-vinedos-tabula-2010-damana-5-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2010,Bodegas y Viñedos Tábula 13,Red,France,"Jammy Pinot Noir, smooth and textured. It has a smoky bacon character balanced by sweet, ripe fruit. Soft tannins and just a hint of herbs add a contrast to this easy, ready-to-drink wine.",Domaine de Chatenoy Rouge Noir,23,87,Loire Valley,Menetou-Salon,,Xavier Flouret 2010 Domaine de Chatenoy Rouge Noir (Menetou-Salon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xavier-flouret-2010-domaine-chatenoy-rouge-noir-pinot-noir-menetou-salon/,Pinot Noir,2010,Xavier Flouret 13.5,Red,US,"What a great bargain this wine is. It's soft and delicious with blackberry, currant, brown sugar and creamy mocha flavors that lead to a spicy finish. It's easy to drink this Cab with all sorts of foods that pair well with a full-bodied red.",,8,87,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Big, bold berry aromas are chunky and dark, while the palate is full-bodied and drying, with toasted, oaky flavors of chocolate and blackberry. It feels solid and meaty, with additional burnt, toasty, oaky flavors to the finish.",Felino,19,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Cobos 2011 Felino Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cobos-2011-felino-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Viña Cobos 14,White,Chile,"This SB opens with melony aromas along with green, spunky notes. At first it's chunky and grabby feeling, and then it flattens out a bit. Flavors of scallion, bell pepper and citrus end mildly bitter, with some heat and burn.",Reserva Privada,19,87,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Casas Patronales 2012 Reserva Privada Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-patronales-2012-reserva-privada-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Viña Casas Patronales 14,Red,Chile,"Dark berry and cassis aromas are intense, oaky and fall off toward char, shoe polish and minty oak. As a whole, this is a black, chewy wine with staunch tannins and oak-based flavors that run minty and dark. The finish is pretty much all oak, with some black cherry fighting through dominant wood grain.",Ecos de Rulo Single Vineyard El Chequén Estate,20,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2010 Ecos de Rulo Single Vineyard El Chequén Estate Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2010-ecos-rulo-single-vineyard-el-chequen-estate-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2010,Viña Bisquertt 13.7,Red,US,"The nose is an interesting mix of cooked fruits and baking spices. The flavors are sour plum, spiced apple, and a dash of brown sugar. This is definitely ready to drink, but smooth and quite enjoyable.",,22,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Wine o'Clock 2009 Barbera (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-oclock-2009-barbera-columbia-valley-wa/,Barbera,2009,Wine o'Clock 15.3,Red,US,"This wine shows Petite Sirah's firm tannins and full-bodied richness, in an accessible style. It has sweet flavors of blackberries, brown sugar, smoked meats and black pepper. Enjoy it with summer barbecue, but be aware that the alcohol level is high.",Sydney,38,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2009 Sydney Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2009-sydney-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2009,Wilson 12.5,White,France,"Round and soft, this is a ripe, fruity Sauvignon Blanc. It has some citrus elements while veering more to peach and apricot flavors. Only towards the end does a greener, herbaceous character show through.",Côtes de Morogues,25,87,Loire Valley,Menetou-Salon,,Fournier Père et Fils 2011 Côtes de Morogues (Menetou-Salon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2011-cotes-de-morogues-sauvignon-blanc-menetou-salon/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Fournier Père et Fils 12.5,White,Italy,"There's a slightly pink or copperish color to this Pinot Grigio that shows the wine has had some contact with the gray color of the grape's skin. In the mouth, it is focused and fresh with peach and melon flavors followed by a tangy, spicy finish.",,20,87,,Trentino,,Gaierhof 2011 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaierhof-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Gaierhof 14.5,Red,US,"A very rich, full-bodied Merlot, with chocolate, blackberry jam and sweet oak flavors, wrapped into firm tannins. Offers lots of immediate pleasure.",Pico Creek,30,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearst Ranch 2010 Pico Creek Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearst-ranch-2010-pico-creek-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2010,Hearst Ranch 14,Red,Portugal,"Fruit dominates this bright, ripe wine. Cherries, red berries and a sprig of rosemary give freshness and fruitiness. The structure comes through with firm tannins that lie behind all this deliciousness.",Alento Tinto,15,87,Alentejano,,,Monte Branco 2011 Alento Tinto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-branco-2011-alento-tinto-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2011,Monte Branco 14.5,Red,US,"This blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc is enormously rich in cherry and blackberry jam, chocolate and anise flavors. It's soft and appealing, and ready to drink now.",Lumiere du Fleur,56,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Millésimé 2007 Lumiere du Fleur Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millesime-2007-lumiere-fleur-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Millésimé 13.5,White,Italy,"This Traminer Aromatico opens with a bight golden color and segues to aromas of melon, apricot, sweet spice, ginger and candied orange peel. The wine is thick and waxy with a chewy, almost sweet touch on the close.",,27,87,,Trentino,,Pojer & Sandri 2010 Traminer (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pojer-sandri-2010-other-white-traminer-trentino/,Traminer,2010,Pojer & Sandri 12.5,Red,France,"A ripe, perfumed Chinon. Red cherry, dried fruit and light spice are balanced by attractive acidity. This is a fruity, ready-to-drink wine, just hinting at tannins at the end.",,,87,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Pichard & Jourdan 2009 Chinon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pichard-jourdan-2009-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Pichard & Jourdan 13,White,Italy,"Petrussa's Pinot Bianco opens with a rich, golden color and vibrant aromas of peach, melon, pineapple and white almond. The wine shows solid structure with a dense, creamy texture.",,14,87,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Petrussa 2010 Pinot Bianco (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petrussa-2010-pinot-blanc-bianco-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Bianco,2010,Petrussa 13.5,White,Italy,"Peter Zemmer delivers a bright and clean Pinot Bianco with aromas of creamy citrus, stone fruit, pineapple and pear. It offers a bright approach on the palate with smooth density and balancing acidity.",,17,87,,Alto Adige,,Peter Zemmer 2011 Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-zemmer-2011-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2011,Peter Zemmer 15.1,Red,US,"Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, this approachable blend shows pretty cherry, strawberry, a touch of earth and barnyard, and a gently fading finish. Drink young for its freshness.",Miscela,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2009 Miscela Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2009-miscela-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,:Nota Bene ,Red,Argentina,"This is a heavy, oaky style of Malbec with incredibly ripe fruit that creates thick aromas in front of a tannic body with huge, jammy flavors of raisin, blackberry and cassis. The finish tends toward creamy and candied, with a baked, lasting flavor.",Don Nicanor,22,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2011 Don Nicanor Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2011-don-nicanor-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Nieto Senetiner 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Firm in the Douro's tannic style but also ripe with fruit, this is a youthful wine that shows brightness and richness while offering elegance and a sense of poise. The second wine of Duorum will be ready to drink in six months.",Tons de Duorum,12,87,Douro,,,Duorum 2011 Tons de Duorum Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duorum-2011-tons-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2011,Duorum 14.5,White,US,"Crisp in acidity, and clean in the finish, with orange, pear and kiwi fruit flavors, as well as a green herb note that makes it earthy.",Estate Grown,32,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Dierberg 2010 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dierberg-2010-estate-grown-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Dierberg 13,Red,France,"A bold, fruity wine that packs black-currant flavors into a ripe, open structure. A touch of wood brings some further softness, while the aftertaste is juicy and fresh with some dry, food-friendly tannins creeping in.",Jour de Fruit,,87,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Domaine l'Ancienne Cure 2010 Jour de Fruit Red (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lancienne-cure-2010-jour-fruit-red-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine l'Ancienne Cure 13.5,Red,France,"Very herbal wine, green and red fruits mingling in a mineral texture. There are firm tannins, fragrant fruits, a perfumed aftertaste.",,20,87,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Domaine de la Perruche 2011 Saumur-Champigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-perruche-2011-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Domaine de la Perruche 15.1,Red,US,"Rich, sweet and ripe in fruit, with plenty of sweet oak influence. It's all about upfront pleasure, with raspberry and cherry pie, white chocolate, currant, bacon and buttered toast flavors.",September,36,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Barton 2010 September Mourvèdre (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-2010-september-mourvedre-central-coast-paso-robles/,Mourvèdre,2010,Barton 14.3,Red,US,"Delicious in cherry jam, mocha and spice flavors, with a silky mouthfeel. But it's heavy and rich for a Pinot Noir. Could be Grenache. Drink up.",Wildcat Mountain Vineyard,48,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Talisman 2009 Wildcat Mountain Vineyard Pinot Noir (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talisman-2009-wildcat-mountain-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Talisman 13.3,Red,US,"Half Cabernet Sauvignon with the rest Cabernet Franc and Merlot, this wine shows its age with notes of dried black cherries, currant, and prunes backed by chalky tannins.",Sams Valley Vineyard,25,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Cliff Creek 2007 Sams Valley Vineyard Claret (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cliff-creek-2007-sams-valley-vineyard-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-southern/,Claret,2007,Cliff Creek 12.5,White,Spain,"Vanilla wafer, citrus and melon aromas are starting to break up and take on a mildly tired outlook. In the mouth, this Trexadura-led blend of six white grapes is fleshy, with pear, apple, peach and stalky bitterness for flavors. It's battling to hold on, so drink up or wait for the 2011.",Domillor Harvest Selection,18,86,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Viña Mein 2010 Domillor Harvest Selection White (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mein-2010-domillor-harvest-selection-white-ribeiro/,White Blend,2010,Viña Mein 14.4,Red,US,"Not showing much pleasure right out of the bottle, with a sharp, tannic mouthfeel. There's a deep core of black currant fruit that veers into overripe raisins. Might age, but it's risky.",,75,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Stone Edge Farm 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stone-edge-farm-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Stone Edge Farm 13.9,Red,Chile,"Generic, lightweight plum and raspberry aromas are a bit clumsy. The palate on this pricey Pinot is spotty, meaning there are some holes in the fabric. Flavors of vanilla and cream on top of herbal raspberry lead to a light, short finish that evaporates quickly.",Bill Limited Edition,35,85,Casablanca Valley,,,William Cole 2010 Bill Limited Edition Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2010-bill-limited-edition-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,William Cole 14,Red,Spain,"Rubbery berry aromas start this everyday Tempranillo off. The palate feels grabby and blocky, with lactic, oak-based flavors of black fruits and berries. There's a minty, creamy note to the finish of this good but basic wine.",,15,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valdubón 2010 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdubon-2010-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2010,Valdubón 12,White,France,"In a crisp Muscadet style, this wine is all apples and pears—juicy and very fresh. It does have a rounder, softer character from the lush, fruity aftertaste.",,16,85,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Saget Père et Fils 2011 Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saget-pere-fils-2011-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2011,Saget Père et Fils 11,White,Argentina,"With melon and green apple aromas, this mellow, mostly sweet wine cuts the mustard. The palate has a good feel, while core flavors of mango, melon and lime set up a short, unassuming, no-issues finish.",Viña Cornejo Costas High Altitude Vineyards,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Don Rodolfo 2012 Viña Cornejo Costas High Altitude Vineyards Moscato (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-rodolfo-2012-vina-cornejo-costas-high-altitude-muscat-moscato-mendoza/,Moscato,2012,Don Rodolfo 13,White,Spain,"This barrel-fermented Verdejo has plenty of core acidity, but it's the rest of the picture that's cloudy. For starters, it smells of burnt grass and wood resin. Flavorwise, it's stalky and barrel dominated, and the finish kind of lays there like a tired dog in the sun. Verdejo and oak are a questionable marriage.",En Barrica,30,84,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Protos 2010 En Barrica Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/protos-2010-en-barrica-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2010,Protos 14.8,Red,US,"Barrel-aged for two years, Chatom's Esmeralda Syrah is juicy and a touch hot, with an incongruous bite of coffee on the finish.",Esmeralda,34,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Chatom Vineyards 2009 Esmeralda Syrah (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatom-vineyards-2009-esmeralda-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Syrah,2009,Chatom Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"Pretty good for the price, with ripe cherry, raspberry and oak flavors. Fine for burgers, pasta with sausages or pork buns. The blend is Cabernet, Merlot and Petite Sirah.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,FLO 2010 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flo-2010-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,FLO 16.9,Red,US,"This wine calls itself “a bit slutty” in its marketing materials and yes, like a high-priced call girl, it's long on perfume and smoke. From there, this gigantic, mind-stopping wine is mouth-filling in vanilla, blackberry, oak and chocolate. You'll need a cigarette after you're done.",Lust,59,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Michael David 2010 Lust Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-david-2010-lust-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2010,Michael David 11,White,US,"The alcohol is a low 11% by volume, but the cost is lots of residual sugar. Shows very sweet, simple tropical fruit, peach and honey flavors.",,13,84,California,California Other,California,Girl Go Lightly 2012 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girl-go-lightly-2012-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2012,Girl Go Lightly 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Almost citrusy aromas of candied berry are jammy and unconvincing. The mouth is narrow and pinched in feel, with herbal, wiry berry flavors that finish minty and hot.",Reserva,13,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fat Gaucho 2010 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fat-gaucho-2010-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Fat Gaucho 11.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a soft, unfocused wine that only hints at fruitiness. It is rounded and full bodied, with a touch of pepper as well as lemon zest acidity at the end.",Brut d'Argent Brut Blanc de Blancs,14,83,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,La Cheteau NV Brut d'Argent Brut Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheteau-nv-brut-dargent-brut-blanc-blancs-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,La Cheteau 15.5,Dessert,US,"Other than being very sweet, this dessert wine has little to recommend it. It's soft and rich in white sugar flavors, with traces of oranges, red currants, chocolate and anise. High alcohol gives it a peppery burn.",Black Magic Late Harvest,20,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Carol Shelton NV Black Magic Late Harvest Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-nv-black-magic-late-harvest-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,,Carol Shelton 13,Sparkling,Spain,"This overpriced Cava is all about the packaging and not much about the quality of the wine in the bottle. It smells acrid and burnt, and while the mouthfeel is fine, it tastes sulfuric and dried out, with a bitter finish. And that's not saying anything about the gold glitter flakes that float throughout this weird, pricey Cava.",Brut Gold,70,83,Spain Other,Spain,,Antier NV Brut Gold Sparkling (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antier-nv-brut-gold-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Antier 14.5,Red,Chile,"Frankly, this smells like a bowl of salsa or a taco; it's full of tomato, chili pepper and green-herb aromas. The palate is full and tannic, while the flavors run straight to roasted bell pepper and stewed black fruits.",First Edition,18,82,Cachapoal Valley,,,Valle Secreto 2010 First Edition Carmenère (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-secreto-2010-first-edition-carmenere-cachapoal-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Valle Secreto 20,Dessert,US,"Made from 100% Syrah grown in the 2008 and 2009 vintages, this dessert wine is very sweet. It has simple, thin flavors of raspberries, white sugar and white chocolate.",Donna's,30,82,California,California Other,California,Indian Peak NV Donna's White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indian-peak-nv-donnas-white-other/,White Blend,,Indian Peak 13.5,White,US,This is a soft Chardonnay with ripe notes of peach and tropical fruit.,,11,82,California,California Other,California,FLO 2010 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flo-2010-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,FLO 13.8,Red,US,"This Syrah is soft, oaky and vegetal, with just a hint of blackberry fruit.",Old Vine,19,82,California,California Other,California,Campus Oaks 2010 Old Vine Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campus-oaks-2010-old-vine-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2010,Campus Oaks 13.5,White,Argentina,"Generic, candied aromas of banana and peach are decent but not serious. The mouthfeel is zingy due to raw acids, while citrus and apple flavors are middle of the road. As advertised, the finish is tangy and zingy.",,13,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tierra Brisa 2012 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tierra-brisa-2012-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2012,Tierra Brisa 14,Red,Chile,"Take a cool year like 2010—which is tough to begin with—on a late ripener like Cabernet, and throw in a ton of char and burnt oak, and what you get is a wine that smells like a smoldering campfire. The palate is tannic, while roasted flavors of charred black fruits and burning wood end with molasses.",Gran Reserva,20,83,Colchagua Valley,,,TerraNoble 2010 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2010-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,TerraNoble 14,Red,Argentina,"Fiery herbal and tomato aromas shift to pine and fir with airing. This has huge, abrasive tannins and hard-driving red-berry flavors. It regulates itself on the finish, which loses its fruit quickly but remains dense in feel.",Nina Gran,40,83,Other,Aminga Valley,,San Huberto 2008 Nina Gran Petit Verdot (Aminga Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-huberto-2008-nina-gran-petit-verdot-aminga-valley/,Petit Verdot,2008,San Huberto 13.9,Red,US,"Despite the objectionable brand name, this is a sufficiently drinkable wine. It's dryish and tannic, with cherry, berry, brown sugar and spice flavors.",Big Red Wine Blend,14,83,California,California Other,California,Trophy Wife NV Big Red Wine Blend Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trophy-wife-nv-big-red-wine-blend-other/,Red Blend,,Trophy Wife 14.5,Red,Chile,"For a quality leader like Montes, this Pinot is sketchy. The nose is flat and strange, with lean, oceanic aromas. The mouthfeel is rubbery, with harsh tannins and limited flavors of rubbery, stewed raspberry. This tastes mealy and feels awkward.",Outer Limits Beyond Frontiers Zapallar Vineyard,60,83,Aconcagua Valley,,,Montes 2010 Outer Limits Beyond Frontiers Zapallar Vineyard Pinot Noir (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2010-outer-limits-beyond-frontiers-zapallar-vineyard-pinot-noir-aconcagua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Montes 14.1,White,US,"Very pale, almost transparent, despite alcohol over 14% abv, this very light, citrusy wine carries a background flavor of vitamin pill, and feels a bit flat in the mouth.",,19,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Ledger David 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledger-david-2011-sauvignon-blanc-southern-rogue-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Ledger David 12.5,White,Chile,"Initially this smells perfumed and powdery, like a grande dame preparing to go out for the night. On deeper inspection, it smells grassy and citrusy, then tastes and feels dilute. At best this is a quaffing wine due to minimal character but good acidity.",Albamar,12,83,Casablanca Valley,,,William Cole 2012 Albamar Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2012-albamar-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,William Cole 13.7,Red,US,"A simple wine, soft and candied, with raspberry and cherry flavors. It's a Rhône-style blend based on Syrah.",Rendezvous Halter Ranch,32,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Chateau Lettau 2010 Rendezvous Halter Ranch Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lettau-2010-rendezvous-halter-ranch-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Chateau Lettau 13.5,Red,Argentina,"This shows upfront aromas of leather, cherry and raisin. The palate on this boxed wine is mellow but lacks structure; the flavors are simple, sweet and raisiny. Broken down, this costs about $6 a bottle, so you get what you pay for.",,20,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bota Box 2011 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bota-box-2011-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Bota Box 13.3,Red,US,"Pali has done a better job with Oregon fruit in the past, but this wine, from a difficult vintage, has a soapy entry and very light, rosewater flavors that quickly butt up against bitter, earthy tannins. The balance is off and the fruit is thin.",Alphabets,21,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Pali 2011 Alphabets Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2011-alphabets-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Pali 12.5,Sparkling,Chile,"Funky on the nose, then tangy and briny in the mouth, with lemon, green notes and pickled flavors that lose clarity and fruit content with airing. This tastes green, ashy and stretched on the finish. Not a good value at $45.",Brut Nature,45,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé NV Brut Nature Sparkling (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-nv-brut-nature-sparkling-casablanca-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,Morandé 13.6,Red,US,"A whiff of leather opens this wine, which is well along its aging curve. There's a bitter edge to the tannins, along with some rounded cherry cola flavors.",,38,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Lazy River 2007 Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lazy-river-2007-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2007,Lazy River 13.5,Red,US,"This blend is soft, with brown sugar, cherry jam and oaky flavors. It's a fast-food wine, which is no insult, considering the price.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,Snap Dragon 2011 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snap-dragon-2011-red-other/,Red Blend,2011,Snap Dragon 14,Red,Argentina,"This offers good blueberry aromas and plenty of richness on the nose, but after that this wine is almost entirely defined and dominated by sweet-tasting, cloying oak that turns everything sticky. This is gummy, overly rich, crushed by milk chocolate and ultimately tastes more like an ice cream sundae than fine wine.",,45,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,ZaHa 2011 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaha-2011-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,ZaHa 12.5,White,Chile,"Given the $27 price, this “limited edition” Sauvignon is lacking in many places. The nose is challenging, with a strong scent of bathroom cleanser, while the palate delivers acid and citrusy flavors but no middle tier. On the finish, it's like scallions and tarragon, with cutting acidity.",Bill Limited Edition,27,83,Casablanca Valley,,,William Cole 2011 Bill Limited Edition Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2011-bill-limited-edition-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,William Cole 13.5,White,US,"Straddling off-dry and sweet, this wine is ripe with citrus, peach and honeysuckle flavors.",Vintner's Collection Aromatic,13,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sterling 2011 Vintner's Collection Aromatic White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2011-vintners-collection-aromatic-white-central-coast/,White Blend,2011,Sterling 11.5,White,Argentina,"This low-pulse Moscato opens with generic white-fruit aromas, which are backed by a plump, lazy palate with peach and melon flavors. It offers just enough life and friendliness to be worth a go.",,8,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Casa de Campo 2012 Moscato (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-campo-2012-muscat-moscato-mendoza/,Moscato,2012,Casa de Campo 14,White,Chile,"This modest Chardonnay offers a pinch of cinnamon and minerality on the nose, while white-fruit notes rest in the background. Apple and mild citrus flavors finish cidery and show a touch of oxidized mushroom.",Petirrojo,8,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2012 Petirrojo Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2012-petirrojo-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Viña Bisquertt 13,White,Chile,"This SB hails from a warm region in Chile, so in a warm year like 2012 the wine is extra soft and lacking in bite. The palate is round and chunky feeling, with slightly mealy citrus flavors and a similar tasting finish. Call it old school, inland Sauvignon and drink soon.",La Joya Reserve,11,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2012 La Joya Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2012-joya-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Viña Bisquertt 13.5,White,Argentina,"This is pricey for what you get. It's a blend of 50% Riesling with 40% Albariño and 10% Sauvignon, and frankly it smells a bit oily and stalky, while the palate is soft and the flavors suggest underripe green melon and apple. On the finish, it's a bit green.",Tiara,30,83,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Alicia 2011 Tiara White (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alicia-2011-tiara-white-lujan-cuyo/,White Blend,2011,Viña Alicia 14,Red,US,"This is a tired wine, brick-colored at the rim, with fading fruit. Drink up.",Devotion,40,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Emvy Cellars 2006 Devotion Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emvy-cellars-2006-devotion-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Emvy Cellars 12,Sparkling,France,"A ripe, rather heavy-feeling wine with a touch of sweetness. It has strawberry flavors, an edge of bitter almonds and only light acidity.",Brut Rosé,,83,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,François Montand NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-montand-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,François Montand 13,Red,Chile,"The oak on this basic Cab offers a nose that is pasty and lactic, while the palate and finish are resiny. In between, there are rubbery tannins, berry fruit flavors and a lot of vanilla and carob.",,12,83,Central Valley,,,Cono Sur 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Cono Sur 14.5,Red,Chile,"This inky, unfiltered Merlot is a chore to get through. For starters, the saturated bouquet is murky and less than fresh. In the mouth, expect a blocky, extracted mouthfeel and roasted flavors of herbal berry and raisin. Lastly, there's a tannic grab as well as particles and chunks floating about.",Unfiltered,15,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Loma Larga 2009 Unfiltered Merlot (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loma-larga-2009-unfiltered-merlot-casablanca-valley/,Merlot,2009,Loma Larga 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Normally I'm a fan of Juvé y Camps. This bottling is bland on the nose, with a cleaning-solution aroma. The palate is foamy in feel and short in flavor, with a strange blend of bitter lettuce, brine and green herbs. Frankly, it's not up to par, a possible reflection of the below-average 2008 vintage.",Brut Nature Gran Reserva Reserva de la Familia,17,83,Catalonia,Cava,,Juvé y Camps 2008 Brut Nature Gran Reserva Reserva de la Familia Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juve-camps-2008-brut-nature-gran-reserva-reserva-familia-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Juvé y Camps 13.5,Red,Chile,"Leafy, dry, spicy aromas vie with modest red-fruit notes on the nose. The palate feels snappy and tangy, with sharp acidity driving plum and cherry flavors. This is sassy, edgy and raw on the finish.",Reserva,12,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Apaltagua 2011 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2011-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Apaltagua 15,White,Spain,"The aromas on this wine are borderline offputting, with petrol and diesel exhaust leading the way. It's a viscous, blowsy offering with 15% abv and powdery, sugary flavors of melon and tropical fruits, particularly banana. Heat and bitterness control the finish.",Moscatel de la Marina,20,83,Levante,Alicante,,Enrique Mendoza 2011 Moscatel de la Marina Moscatel (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enrique-mendoza-2011-moscatel-marina-muscat-moscatel-alicante/,Moscatel,2011,Enrique Mendoza 14.2,Red,Argentina,"At first the bouquet seems floral and different, but upon further inspection it's broken up and throwing off weird aromas. The palate is clampy and smacks down with blocky tannins, while also wiry feeling, with herbal raspberry flavors. On one hand this is good; on the other it has issues.",Premium Series,23,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Solo Contigo 2011 Premium Series Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solo-contigo-2011-premium-series-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Solo Contigo 13.1,Red,US,"This harsh wine is hard to like all by itself. It's severely tannic, with flavors of plums, blackberries and coffee. Grill up some spicy ribs and it will be just fine.",,25,84,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Roark Wine Co. 2011 Malbec (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roark-wine-co-2011-malbec-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Malbec,2011,Roark Wine Co. 12.5,White,France,"This wine is for lovers of easy going yet herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc. It is properly crisp, yet has a fruity, fragrant character that softens the more mineral element.",Les Petits Sarments,10,84,France Other,Vin de France,,Saget Père et Fils 2011 Les Petits Sarments Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saget-pere-fils-2011-petits-sarments-sauvignon-blanc-vin/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Saget Père et Fils 13.5,White,US,"Good price for a wine this rich and balanced. It's honeyed, with orange and apricot fruit.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Murphy-Goode 2011 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Murphy-Goode 14.5,Red,US,"One hundred percent varietal, this vineyard designated Merlot seems a casualty of the cool 2010 growing season with prominent herbal notes, tart plum flavors, and astringent tannins.",Desert Wind Vineyard,18,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Desert Wind 2010 Desert Wind Vineyard Merlot (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/desert-wind-2010-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Merlot,2010,Desert Wind 12,White,Italy,"Here's a crisp and perky white wine from the largely unexplored wine region of Liguria in northern Italy. It offers easy aromas of citrus, apple and brimstone.",,23,84,,Riviera Ligure di Ponente,,Colle dei Bardellini 2011 Pigato (Riviera Ligure di Ponente),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colle-bardellini-2011-italian-white-pigato-riviera-ligure-ponente/,Pigato,2011,Colle dei Bardellini 14,White,Argentina,"Heavy white-fruit aromas manage to stay fresh, while in the mouth this is ripe and chunky. Flavors suggest melon, creamy oak and banana. The finish is warm and sticky.",1300,15,84,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Andeluna 2012 1300 Chardonnay (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2012-1300-chardonnay-uco-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Andeluna 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This smells mulchy at first, then more like tomato and earthy leather. The palate is big and blocky, with herbal, mildly stewed flavors of tomato, berry and spiced plum. It's earthy on the finish, with a clove accent.",,12,84,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Kaiken 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaiken-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-lujan-cuyo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Kaiken 14.5,Red,US,"Made in a delicate style, with a silky texture housing cherry jam, red currant and anise flavors. Drink up.",Spur Ranch,24,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Chateau Lettau 2011 Spur Ranch Grenache (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lettau-2011-spur-ranch-grenache-central-coast-monterey-county/,Grenache,2011,Chateau Lettau 11,Rose,France,"Classic, medium sweet rosé from Anjou, bottled cherry flavors and lemon acidity. Screwcap.",,12,84,Loire Valley,Rosé d'Anjou,,Bougrier 2011 Rosé d'Anjou,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bougrier-2011-rose-rose-danjou/,Rosé,2011,Bougrier 10.2,White,Argentina,"This basic Moscato offers a mix of powdery tropical fruit aromas and oily notes. The palate's citric acidity is what keeps it upright, while flavors of sweet melon, mango and citrus lead to an inconsequential finish.",Colección Varietales,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2012 Colección Varietales Moscato (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2012-coleccion-varietales-muscat-moscato-mendoza/,Moscato,2012,Bodega Norton 10.5,Rose,France,"Light, fruity and sweet, this is classic Rosé d'Anjou. Bright strawberry fruits are softly linked with a crisp texture and acidity to finish.",,10,84,Loire Valley,Rosé d'Anjou,,Barton & Guestier 2011 Rosé d'Anjou,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2011-red-rose-danjou/,Red Blend,2011,Barton & Guestier 11.5,White,France,"The natural honeyed character of Chenin Blanc shines through this simple, fruity wine. It has bright acidity and a creamed pear character that finishes with lime acidity. Screwcap.",Le Petit Chenin No 11,13,84,France Other,Vin de France,,Château Gaudrelle 2011 Le Petit Chenin No 11 Chenin Blanc (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaudrelle-2011-le-petit-chenin-no-11-chenin-blanc-vin/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Château Gaudrelle 14.5,Red,US,"Juicy, jammy, tasting of red licorice and bright blackberry fruit, with dusty undertones and a bite of coffee on the finish, this is a good-value Zinfandel from old Lodi vines.",Old Vine,10,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Campus Oaks 2010 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campus-oaks-2010-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2010,Campus Oaks 14.1,Red,US,"The oak sticks out on this soft Syrah, giving it a smoky, vanilla and buttered toast dominance. There's also lots of mouthwatering acidity. The underlying wine is a little weak in fruit. Drink up.",Sunset,36,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Burbank Ranch 2010 Sunset Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burbank-ranch-2010-sunset-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2010,Burbank Ranch 13.5,Red,US,"A simple, direct Pinot Noir, light and silky in the mouth, with jammy raspberry, cherry, date and brown sugar flavors.",,15,84,California,California Other,California,Murphy-Goode 2011 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2011-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Murphy-Goode 12.5,White,Spain,"The nose is on the funky side of things, with applesauce and pear aromas. In the mouth, this is as basic as it gets: it's more like a fruit juice than wine in many ways. As for flavors, look for candied mango, banana and tropical fruit notes. This is made from the obscure Pansa Blanca grape.",VI Blanc,12,84,Catalonia,Alella,,Marqués de Alella 2011 VI Blanc Pansa Blanca (Alella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-alella-2011-vi-blanc-spanish-white-pansa-blanca-alella/,Pansa Blanca,2011,Marqués de Alella 14,Red,Chile,"This is dark and rubbery smelling. In the mouth, it's acidic, with herbal berry and salty flavors as well as green notes. The finish, like the palate, is firm in feel, with rubbery tannins and chunky dark-fruit flavors.",Reserva,13,84,Central Valley,,,Misiones de Rengo 2011 Reserva Malbec (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/misiones-rengo-2011-reserva-malbec-central-valley/,Malbec,2011,Misiones de Rengo 14.5,Red,Chile,"For what's supposed to be an upper-level wine, this is prickly and clipped. The nose is herbal and spicy, with limited red-fruit notes. The palate is driven by racy acids and peppery, herbal flavors on top of tart red plum. Overall there's not much fruit to this crisp sizzler.",Gran Reserva Cuvée,20,84,Rapel Valley,,,Misiones de Rengo 2011 Gran Reserva Cuvée Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/misiones-rengo-2011-gran-reserva-cuvee-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2011,Misiones de Rengo 12.5,Red,Chile,"Spicy plum and cherry pie aromas offer a note of vanilla before falling off. In the mouth, this is wiry and drawing, with citric acids pushing raspberry and herbal plum flavors toward rawness. The finish is snappy on the surface but hollow beyond that.",Estate Selection,10,84,Central Valley,,,Aresti 2011 Estate Selection Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2011-estate-selection-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2011,Aresti 13,Red,Chile,"The bouquet on this Cab is pretty good, with red-fruit aromas suggestive of plums. The palate is basic, with semisweet red-berry flavors that support the wine's “medium dry” designation. Things run mellow but steady on what amounts to a short, simple finish.",Beach Kite,8,84,Curicó Valley,,,Alto Roble 2011 Beach Kite Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alto-roble-2011-beach-kite-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Alto Roble 13.5,White,US,"A simple, everyday Chardonnay. Shows good varietal flavors of citrus and tropical fruits, with a touch of buttered toast and buttered popcorn.",Diamond Collection Gold Label,16,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Francis Ford Coppola 2011 Diamond Collection Gold Label Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2011-diamond-collection-gold-label-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Francis Ford Coppola 11,Sparkling,France,"Yeasty aromas lead to a wine that is bright with crisp apples and soft lemon-juice flavors. There is a hint of white bread roll, which rounds it out.",Blanc de Blancs,10,84,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Grandial NV Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grandial-nv-blanc-blancs-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Grandial 15.3,Red,US,"High alcohol gives this Southern Rhône-style blend jalapeño-pepper heat, resulting in a prickly mouthfeel. It has red currant, roasted cherry and pepper flavors.",Hapa,38,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Kaena 2009 Hapa G-S-M (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaena-2009-hapa-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,G-S-M,2009,Kaena 13.5,White,US,"Made in the modern style with buttered toast, buttered popcorn, butterscotch and pineapple jam flavors. Crisp acidity helps provide balance.",Glacier Ridge,22,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Hearst Ranch 2011 Glacier Ridge Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearst-ranch-2011-glacier-ridge-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Hearst Ranch 12,White,France,"This is simple, fresh and crisply clean Chardonnay. It has melon, lemon and green apple flavors that come together into a fruity, light wine. Ready to drink now.",Domaine de la Grange,11,84,Loire Valley,Vin de Pays du Val de Loire,,Rémy Luneau 2010 Domaine de la Grange Chardonnay (Vin de Pays du Val de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remy-luneau-2010-domaine-grange-chardonnay-vin-pays-val/,Chardonnay,2010,Rémy Luneau 13,White,Chile,"Dusty apple aromas are warm and chunky. In the mouth, this is plump and oily feeling, with mealy apple and peach flavors. The finish is also kind of bitter, with a mealy aftertaste. This feels and tastes very much like a warm-climate SB.",La Joya Gran Reserva,15,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2012 La Joya Gran Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2012-joya-gran-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Viña Bisquertt 13.5,White,Chile,"The nose on this simple Chardonnay is neutral except for modest citrus and mineral notes. It has a bit of zest on the palate, but not a lot, and flavors of citrus and apple come with honeyed sweetness. Things turn pithy on the finish.",,10,84,Curicó Valley,,,Terrapura 2012 Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrapura-2012-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Terrapura 14,Red,US,"Rather grapy, thin fruit, shows little complexity other than very assertive tannins.",Devotion,40,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Emvy Cellars 2008 Devotion Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emvy-cellars-2008-devotion-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Emvy Cellars 12,White,Italy,"El Vegro delivers a bright Soave Classico with a golden hue and aromas of exotic fruit, peach and caramel. There's a ripe quality to the fruit that adds weight and waxy heaviness to the mouthfeel.",,,84,Veneto,Soave Classico,,El Vegro 2011 Soave Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-vegro-2011-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2011,El Vegro 15.5,Red,US,"A wine called Earthquake is never going to be shy and retiring, especially from Lodi-grown fruit, so consider this truth in advertising. Big and unquestionably bold, this is a smoky, oaky, huge hit-you-in-the-face-with-fruit wine, full of blackberry and tobacco flavor.",,26,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Earthquake 2011 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/earthquake-2011-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2011,Earthquake 13.5,Red,Chile,"This hard, snappy Cab is granular and tough on the nose, an indicator of what's to come. The palate is edgy and tight as nails, with herbal plum flavors that land on a spicy, lightly green finish. 2011 was a very cool vintage in Chile and this reflects that.",347 Vineyards,13,84,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 2011 347 Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2011-347-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,De Martino 11,Dessert,US,"So sugary sweet, it has to be considered a dessert wine. The orange, pineapple, vanilla fudge and honeysuckle flavors have a cleansing edge of acidity.",,13,84,California,California Other,California,Girl Go Lightly 2012 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girl-go-lightly-2012-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2012,Girl Go Lightly 11,Rose,US,"There's a pleasantly light, silky texture on this pretty rose-gold colored blend. It has rich flavors of red cherries, persimmons and spices. One thing to know is that it's quite sweet, like sugared tea.",,13,84,California,California Other,California,Girl Go Lightly 2011 Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girl-go-lightly-2011-rose-other/,Rosé,2011,Girl Go Lightly 14.4,White,US,"A simple, direct Chardonnay, made in the popular style. It has buttered toast, buttered popcorn, pineapple and orange jam and vanilla flavors.",,29,84,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Cobblestone 2010 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cobblestone-2010-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2010,Cobblestone 14.8,Red,US,"Aged for 23 months in a mixture of French and American oak (40% new), the barrel influences are front and center with toast, butterscotch, and vanilla followed by cherry. The oak only seems to contribute to the dry, rustic feel of the tannins with the fruit a bit lost.",,34,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Kriselle 2009 Tempranillo (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kriselle-2009-tempranillo-southern-rogue-valley/,Tempranillo,2009,Kriselle 12.5,White,Italy,"Fresh and extremely easy-going, this screw cap Grigio would make a great choice for an afternoon lawn party. The wine delivers notes of cut grass, citrus and peach.",,11,84,,Delle Venezie,,Rapido 2011 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rapido-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Rapido 13,White,Chile,Fresh but simple nectarine and tangerine aromas lead to a nice palate with slightly pithy and bitter tasting lemon and lime flavors. This delivers a cleansing round of acids and basic flavors.,Reserva,12,84,Curicó Valley,,,Tacora 2012 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tacora-2012-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Tacora 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"The dusty vanilla palate has a foamy lead and not much backing along with flavors of dusty citrus and nectarine. On the finish, it's mildly citrusy, briny and flat in feel.",Ya Cuvée 23 Brut Reserva,17,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Sumarroca NV Ya Cuvée 23 Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sumarroca-nv-ya-cuvee-23-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Sumarroca 13.5,Red,US,"One of the few Pinots that dares to show itself without oak barrel influence. The fruit flavors are strong and pure, suggesting raspberries, cherries and spices, while crisp acidity provides mouthwatering balance. Drink with a great hamburger.",Stainless Unoaked,24,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Chamisal Vineyards 2012 Stainless Unoaked Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chamisal-2012-stainless-unoaked-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2012,Chamisal Vineyards 12,White,France,This is a gentle Chardonnay that's rounded and warm. It has light acidity and fruity flavors of pears and white peach. The aftertaste is soft and friendly. Screwcap.,Island Girls of Corsica,,84,Ile de Beauté,,,Vignerons Corsicans 2010 Island Girls of Corsica Chardonnay (Ile de Beauté),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-corsicans-2010-island-girls-corsica-chardonnay-ile-beaute/,Chardonnay,2010,Vignerons Corsicans 12,White,France,"This is a mineral-textured wine with lemon curd and pink-grapefruit flavors—very fresh and bright. With a strong level of acidity, the wine is just right for shellfish, less so as an aperitif.",,10,84,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Barton & Guestier 2011 Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2011-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2011,Barton & Guestier 12,White,France,"An apple and grapefruit flavored wine with a tightly crisp edge. It has a slight cardboard character probably from the filtering that is off putting, but the aftertaste does keep freshness.",Cuvée Prestige Sur Lie,12,84,Loire Valley,Muscadet Coteaux de la Loire,,Domaine Guindon 2011 Cuvée Prestige Sur Lie (Muscadet Coteaux de la Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-guindon-2011-cuvee-prestige-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-coteaux/,Melon,2011,Domaine Guindon 12,White,US,"Tastes like a sweet and sour candy drop, with lots of zesty acidity boosting flavors of white sugar and citrus fruits.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,August Ridge 2011 Pinot Grigio (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-ridge-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Grigio,2011,August Ridge 14.5,Red,US,"Lusty and sweet, with sugary cherry, blackberry and spice flavors, wrapped into Zin's firm tannins. Drink with simple fare, like burgers and pizza.",Temptation,14,84,California,California Other,California,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2010 Temptation Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2010-temptation-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2010,Alexander Valley Vineyards 13.5,White,Chile,"Crisp tangerine and melon aromas are focused. The palate, however, is quite sharp and citric, with cutting flavors of lemon, green apple and gooseberry. This finishes fresh and acidic, or in other words, it's piercing. As advertised, it's unoaked Chardonnay in every way.",Reserva Unoaked,13,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Apaltagua 2012 Reserva Unoaked Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2012-reserva-unoaked-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Apaltagua 13,Red,France,"A wine dominated by black plum fruits, soft tannins and a stalky character. The wine is fresh, fruity, forward and ready to drink.",,17,84,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Château du Coudray Montpensier 2011 Chinon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-du-coudray-montpensier-2011-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Château du Coudray Montpensier 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a strange Merlot with a mixed bag of aromas that included prune, jammy fruit, green olive and curry leaf. There's a note of bitter fruit in the mouth.",,28,84,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Castello di Buttrio 2009 Merlot (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-buttrio-2009-merlot-colli-orientali-friuli/,Merlot,2009,Castello di Buttrio 13.1,Red,US,"So pale as to be almost like a rosé, this nonetheless shows a tawny edge, suggesting early maturity. The thin fruit has a hint of spice around the edges, but little to suggest ripe Pinot Noir grapes.",Seven Devils,20,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Carlton Cellars 2011 Seven Devils Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlton-cellars-2011-seven-devils-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Carlton Cellars 12.5,White,Chile,"Bland, plump aromas of honeyed white fruits aren't exact or zesty. The palate is modest in feel, with basic citrus flavors that come with green notes. This is soft on the finish, so drink now before it fades.",Wetland Winemaker's Selection,10,84,Lolol Valley,,,Yali 2012 Wetland Winemaker's Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Lolol Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yali-2012-wetland-winemakers-selection-sauvignon-blanc-lolol-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Yali 13,White,Chile,"Salinic, oceanic aromas introduce this fresh, lean, citrusy style of Chardonnay. The palate is racy, while citrus-heavy flavors suggest grapefruit and lemon. The finish is crisp but tastes a bit pithy.",Albamar,12,84,Casablanca Valley,,,William Cole 2012 Albamar Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2012-albamar-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,William Cole 13,Red,Argentina,"Blueberry and savory, exotic notes carry the nose on this big-bodied wine with flavors of berry fruits, plum and rubber. It's grabby in the mouth but the finish is solid, with a mild rubbery flavor.",,8,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Region 1 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/region-1-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Region 1 11,White,Spain,"This corny looking bottle of sweet wine is not bad, and in some ways it is pretty good. Tropical fruit and gardenia aromas are clean, and the palate is friendly in feel, with likable banana and melon flavors. As stated, this is perfectly good for a simple sweet white.",Sweet Torito,11,84,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Cosecheros y Criadores 2011 Sweet Torito Moscato (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosecheros-criadores-2011-sweet-torito-muscat-moscato-vino-tierra-castilla/,Moscato,2011,Cosecheros y Criadores 14.6,Red,US,"This Syrah seems more advanced than its age might indicate with notes of prune, tobacco, brown sugar, and leather. It's tart and astringent with the fruit flavors fading.",,25,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Cliff Creek 2007 Syrah (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cliff-creek-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern/,Syrah,2007,Cliff Creek 12,Dessert,US,"A full 170 g/L residual sugar and pressed from frozen grapes, this aromatic wine shows some heat with alcohol and whisky barrel notes along with brown sugar. The palate is thick and rich with copious amounts of granular sugar and dried mango flavors.",Late Harvest,28,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Valley View 2008 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-view-2008-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-southern-rogue-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Valley View 10.5,Rose,Italy,Pink offers an easy sparkling personality (it's more of a frizzante wine with lower effervescence than a spumante) and a touch of wild berry sweetness. The wine is easy and fresh with soft strawberry and raspberry on the close.,Pink Spago Argento,11,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Riondo NV Pink Spago Argento Rosé (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riondo-nv-pink-spago-argento-rose-veneto/,Rosé,,Riondo 13.5,White,Chile,"This unoaked Chardonnay starts with aromas of citrus and stalky greens. It's plump in the mouth, with soft acids and flavors of pineapple and other tropical fruits. It's just fresh enough, but mostly it's innocuous.",Santa Digna Reserva,12,84,Central Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2012 Santa Digna Reserva Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2012-santa-digna-reserva-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Miguel Torres 14,Red,Chile,"The aromas on this wine run jammy, soft and baked. This is medium in intensity, with some dilution and herbal flavors of tobacco, berry and spice. The finish is modest and a bit green.",Maigo Reserva,12,84,Curicó Valley,,,San Nicolas 2010 Maigo Reserva Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-nicolas-2010-maigo-reserva-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2010,San Nicolas 12.5,Red,France,"Ripe red fruits with a touch of minerality are the basis for this rounded wine that's ready to drink now. Tannins just pass through the palate, leaving fruit and light acidity. Screwcap.",Island Girls of Corsica,,84,Ile de Beauté,,,Vignerons Corsicans 2010 Island Girls of Corsica Pinot Noir (Ile de Beauté),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-corsicans-2010-island-girls-corsica-pinot-noir-ile-beaute/,Pinot Noir,2010,Vignerons Corsicans 13.8,Red,US,"Good but standard Pinot Noir. It's soft and silky, with ripe flavors of raspberries, softened Dr. Pepper and brown sugar.",,15,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Steelhead Vineyards 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steelhead-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Steelhead Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"At the age of nearly five years, this Cab is at a stage where it won't develop further. It' a softly tannic wine, with simple berry-cherry and oak flavors.",Estate Grown,20,84,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2008 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2008-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Pietra Santa 13.5,White,US,Like your Sauv Blancs with a hint of white sugar? Try this everyday wine. It has a pleasant burst of acidity that makes the citrus fruit flavors finish clean.,Lost Slipper,13,84,California,California Other,California,Once Upon a Vine 2011 Lost Slipper Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/once-upon-a-vine-2011-lost-slipper-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Once Upon a Vine 14.8,White,US,"A heavy, oaky wine. Still, it will appeal to many for its buttered toast, buttered popcorn, tropical fruit, apricot and creamy flavors.",SRH,23,84,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lafond 2011 SRH Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-2011-srh-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2011,Lafond 12.5,White,Italy,"Okay, this Pinot Grigio is easy, thin and simple, but at this low price it makes the perfect wine for informal occasions, barbecues or pool parties. Peach and citrus are the main aromatic indicators.",,7,84,,Grave del Friuli,,Kirkland Signature 2011 Pinot Grigio (Grave del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-grave-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Kirkland Signature ,Red,Chile,"After initial horsy aromas of saddle, earth and roasted berry settle, there's oak and a chemical note to the palate, which also delivers herbal, tart flavors of raspberry and green plum. This is lean and citrusy on the finish.",Gran Reserva,17,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2010 Gran Reserva Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2010-gran-reserva-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Morandé 14.9,Red,US,"This blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot is a little overripe, with some raisin and prune flavors. It's also dry and tannic. Not going anywhere, so drink up.",Red Handed,44,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,HammerSky 2009 Red Handed Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hammersky-2009-red-handed-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,HammerSky 12,Sparkling,France,"With just the merest hint of bubbles, this is a bright, breezy wine, very herbaceous in its clean character. The bubbles and the wine sit uneasily together, resulting in a wine that's not altogether balanced. Screwcap.",Fumées Blanches Lightly Sparkling,17,84,France Other,Vin Pétillant,,François Lurton 2011 Fumées Blanches Lightly Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc (Vin Pétillant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2011-fumees-blanches-lightly-sparkling-sauvignon-blanc-vin-petillant/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,François Lurton 12.5,Rose,France,"A bright, strawberry flavored wine with attractive perfumed acidity. A touch of almonds and orange zest add extra interest.",,15,84,Southwest France,Fronton,,Château Coutinel 2012 Rosé (Fronton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coutinel-2012-rose-fronton/,Rosé,2012,Château Coutinel 12.5,White,Italy,"There aren't many parcels available for vineyards in Liguria, and what farming land does exist is incredibly difficult to access. This Vermentino is light and lean with bright citrus, pear and drying mineral notes.",U Munte,23,84,,Riviera Ligure di Ponente,,Colle dei Bardellini 2011 U Munte Vermentino (Riviera Ligure di Ponente),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colle-bardellini-2011-u-munte-italian-white-vermentino-riviera-ligure-ponente/,Vermentino,2011,Colle dei Bardellini 13.5,Red,US,"A little one-dimensional, but offers enough cherry, red currant and smoky oak flavors to get by for everyday eating. A good example of the art of blending, with 115,000 cases produced.",Coastal Estates,11,84,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 2011 Coastal Estates Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2011-coastal-estates-merlot-other/,Merlot,2011,Beaulieu Vineyard 13.5,Red,US,"A candy bar of a Cabernet, with chocolate, blackberry, brown sugar, roasted almond and vanilla flavors. Clean and easy, at a fair price.",Coastal Estates,11,84,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 2011 Coastal Estates Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2011-coastal-estates-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Beaulieu Vineyard 13.5,Red,US,"Tart in acidity, with cranberry, sour cherry candy and smoky, sweet vanilla flavors. It's an easy wine, at an easy price.",Vintner's Collection,13,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sterling 2010 Vintner's Collection Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2010-vintners-collection-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2010,Sterling 13.5,Red,US,"On the thin side, with watered-down blackberry and currant flavors, but gets the Cabernet job done effectively, at a fair price. It's full bodied and tannic, with a spicy finish.",Vintner's Collection,13,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sterling 2010 Vintner's Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2010-vintners-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Sterling 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A full-bodied, rich wine that combines extra juiciness with delicious red-berry fruits. It is structured while being immediately attractive. It's a great wine to go with pasta dishes.",Portal da Aguia,11,85,Tejo,,,Quinta da Alorna 2009 Portal da Aguia Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-alorna-2009-portal-aguia-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta da Alorna 14.2,Red,US,"Pretty rustic, even for a rustic variety like Petite Sirah. The tannins are unusually hard, making the tongue stick to the palate, an astringency underlined by complete dryness. Still, there's a solid core of berries and raisins. Drink it with a tri-tip steak.",,28,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Santa Barbara Winery 2009 Petite Sirah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2009-petite-sirah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Petite Sirah,2009,Santa Barbara Winery 12.5,White,Portugal,"Pears and red apples come through strongly in this light bodied, aromatic and fruity wine. It has almonds, fresh acidity and a bright character that is just softening out.",Quinta do Alqueve,,85,Tejo,,,Pinhal da Torre 2010 Quinta do Alqueve Fernão Pires (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinhal-torre-2010-quinta-alqueve-portuguese-white-fernao-pires-tejo/,Fernão Pires,2010,Pinhal da Torre 12.5,Red,Italy,Saseti is a bright and clean Valpolicella with a thin and easy mouthfeel that would pair with easy home cooked meals or pizza. It offers layers of white cherry and forest berry. The fruit used here is farmed organically.,Saseti,20,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Monte dall'Ora 2011 Saseti (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-dallora-2011-saseti-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2011,Monte dall'Ora 13,White,France,"Touraine produces some of the most herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc in the Loire, and this wine from Oisly, the regional heartland of the grape, is classic. It's intensely citric with grapefruit and gooseberry flavors that fill the palate and give a tight, tangy aftertaste.",,17,85,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Domaine des Corbillières 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-corbillieres-2011-sauvignon-blanc-touraine/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Domaine des Corbillières 13.5,White,France,"Soft, round wine with almond and ripe peach flavors. Acidity gives a fresh counterpoint that lights up the aftertaste.",Les Rotissants,18,85,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Domaine de la Perruche 2010 Les Rotissants (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-perruche-2010-rotissants-chenin-blanc-saumur/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Domaine de la Perruche 11.5,White,France,"An intensely herbaceous, totally drinkable white wine, deliciously fresh, crisp and packed with citrus and bright acidity. A great aperitif or seafood wine.",,10,85,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine San de Guilhem 2012 White (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-san-guilhem-2012-white-cotes-gascogne/,White Blend,2012,Domaine San de Guilhem 13.5,Red,Chile,"This basic Cabernet opens with standard berry, plum and herbal aromas. It's racy and tight on the tongue, with a mix of berry, chocolate and minty green flavors. The finish is spicy but not very fruity or complex. This is good as a pizza wine.",Classic Collection,10,85,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2011 Classic Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2011-classic-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Echeverria 12.7,White,US,"Brisk, bright acidity brings a tang to the tropical fruit, pear and citrus fruit flavors. The oak seems a bit prominent, flooding everything with caramelized butterscotch and vanilla extract.",Jack's HIll Vineyard Clone 76,26,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Chateau Lettau 2011 Jack's HIll Vineyard Clone 76 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lettau-2011-jacks-hill-vineyard-clone-76-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Chateau Lettau 12,Rose,France,"Sweet rosé, soft crushed strawberries with crisp, clean balanced acidity. The wine is fruity, fresh and great as an aperitif or with a fruit dessert.",,16,85,Loire Valley,Anjou,,Château la Varière 2010 Rosé (Anjou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-variere-2010-rose-anjou/,Rosé,2010,Château la Varière 13.5,Red,Chile,"This fresh, choppy Malbec offers dark fruit, toast, minerality and not much else on the nose. It's lively in the mouth, with firm tannins and peppery berry flavors accented by minty spice. Reflective of a cool vintage, this is fiery and raw on the finish.",Reserva,12,85,Maule Valley,,,Chilensis 2011 Reserva Malbec (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilensis-2011-reserva-malbec-maule-valley/,Malbec,2011,Chilensis 13.5,Red,Argentina,"This wine comes across good but generic. It delivers berry aromas with a topping of oak-based vanilla and wet cement. The palate feels basic, while rubbery, oaky flavors of blackberry finish pasty tasting and with little middle ground.",Reserva,16,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Argento 2010 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argento-2010-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Argento 11.5,Sparkling,France,"Just off dry, this soft and fruity rosé has attractive apple and red-berry fruits, with a distinct strawberry acidity. A fine aperitif style.",Brut Rosé,10,85,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Grandial NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grandial-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Grandial 14.2,Red,US,"This was given 21 months in 30% new French oak, and has not yet completely integrated its flavors. Among the varied fruits are apple, cranberry and cherry, along with a streak of licorice. There's a whiff of burnt rubber as well.",Estate,26,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Ledger David 2010 Estate Cabernet Franc (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledger-david-2010-estate-cabernet-franc-southern-rogue-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Ledger David 12.5,White,US,"A little lush and simple in orange and apricot jam flavors, but nicely balanced with a squeeze of lime that gives it mouthwatering acidity. Easy to drink with a wide variety of foods.",Estate Grown,20,85,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Holman Ranch 2011 Estate Grown Pinot Gris (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/holman-ranch-2011-estate-grown-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,Holman Ranch 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a fruity, crisp wine with raspberry and red-currant fruits. The palate is dry with a bright, lively acidity. A great food rosé with its dry, edgy character.",Brut d'Argent Brut Rosé,15,85,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,La Cheteau NV Brut d'Argent Brut Rosé Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheteau-nv-brut-dargent-brut-rose-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,La Cheteau 12.5,White,Italy,"This easy-drinking Pinot Grigio opens with a crystalline appearance and clean citrus, pear and peach aromas. Fresh acidity and a touch of peachy sweetness characterize the mouthfeel.",,10,85,,Delle Venezie,,A Mano 2011 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-mano-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2011,A Mano 13.1,Red,US,"This wine has a soft, subtle entry, showing mostly herbal, slightly briary flavors, with little evidence of ripe fruit. There's a hint of strawberry, quite light and simple.",Cape Lookout Roads End Estate Vineyard,24,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Carlton Cellars 2010 Cape Lookout Roads End Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlton-cellars-2010-cape-lookout-roads-end-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2010,Carlton Cellars 12.5,White,France,"This is a very tight, acidic wine with extreme herbaceousness. The wine has a mineral texture and the fruit profile is intensely citrus and crisp with a touch of mango. The acidity is mouthwatering, very fresh and really needing a few months to round out.",,27,85,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Barton & Guestier 2011 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Barton & Guestier 15.3,Red,US,"This is a very dry wine, with cherry-cured tobacco flavors, kissed by oak. It's also hot and peppery with high alcohol. Drink up.",Sire,36,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Burbank Ranch 2010 Sire Cabernet Franc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burbank-ranch-2010-sire-cabernet-franc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Burbank Ranch 13.5,Red,Chile,"This Cabernet Franc-led blend offers lightly herbal aromas of wild berry, eucalyptus, olive and dry earth. It's crisp in the mouth, with baked berry, earth and pastry flavors. There's not much complexity or layering to this wine, but it's nice and only mildly herbal as a whole.",,10,85,Central Valley,,,oops 2011 Cabernet Franc-Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oops-2011-red-blend-cabernet-franc-carmenere-central-valley/,Cabernet Franc-Carmenère,2011,oops 13,White,Argentina,"The bouquet is a bit oily and heavy as it dishes primary orange aromas and also cured ham notes. The palate is bulky and a touch oily in feel, with flat-edged papaya and melon flavors that dry out on a chunky finish.",,14,85,Other,Salta,,Anko 2012 Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anko-2012-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2012,Anko 12,White,France,"This is a tense, herbaceous wine—all gooseberry and lemon acidity. That said, there is a more gentle side to this wine that makes it already attractive to drink.",,14,85,Loire Valley,Pays de Loire,,Fournier Père et Fils 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Pays de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2011-sauvignon-blanc-pays/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Fournier Père et Fils 13.5,White,US,"This is a very rich Riesling with Meyer lemon, buttered cinnamon toast and honeysuckle flavors, with just enough acidity for balance.",Vintner's Reserve,13,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Kendall-Jackson 2011 Vintner's Reserve Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2011-vintners-reserve-riesling-central-coast-monterey-county/,Riesling,2011,Kendall-Jackson 12.5,White,Italy,Drago is a cheerful line of wines from the Lechthaler estate in northern Italy that delivers decent quality at accessible prices. This Riesling is thin and compact in the mouth but it does offer hints of flower and exotic fruit that recall the natural fragrances of the variety.,Drago,15,85,,Trentino,,Lechthaler 2011 Drago Riesling (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lechthaler-2011-drago-riesling-trentino/,Riesling,2011,Lechthaler 14,White,Italy,"A slight hint of matchstick blows off quickly to reveal peach, citrus and honeydew melon. This Italian Pinot Bianco shows a mildly fruity bouquet with medium density and intensity on the finish.",,16,85,,Venezia Giulia,,Talis Wine 2011 Pinot Bianco (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talis-wine-2011-pinot-blanc-bianco-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Bianco,2011,Talis Wine 11.5,White,France,"Spice and lychee aromas are followed by a softly sweet, perfumed wine. It's bright and fruity, with a touch of honey and a finish of lemon juice. Screwcap.",Island Girls of Corsica,,85,Ile de Beauté,,,Vignerons Corsicans 2010 Island Girls of Corsica Moscato (Ile de Beauté),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-corsicans-2010-island-girls-corsica-muscat-moscato-ile-beaute/,Moscato,2010,Vignerons Corsicans 14.5,Red,Spain,"After a scratchy smelling opening, this blend of Syrah, Monastrell and Garnacha Tintorera settles on mildly astringent and oaky on the palate, with woody flavors of pepper and red fruits followed by a dry finish. It improves with airing, but it's definitely raw in feel.",Tinto Made with Organic Grapes,13,85,Levante,Alicante,,Veridian 2010 Tinto Made with Organic Grapes Red (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veridian-2010-tinto-made-with-organic-grapes-red-alicante/,Red Blend,2010,Veridian 13.5,Red,Chile,"This light, airy Pinot offers fresh raspberry aromas and not much more. The palate is racy, with basic red-berry and spice flavors that end in a tangy finish with almost no length or secondary characteristics.",Queulat Gran Reserva Single Vineyard,18,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Ventisquero 2010 Queulat Gran Reserva Single Vineyard Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2010-queulat-gran-reserva-single-vineyard-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Ventisquero 13.5,White,US,"Despite the politically insensitive brand name, this is a pretty good everyday Chardonnay. It's dry and one-dimensional in citrus, pear, buttered toast and vanilla flavors.",,14,85,California,California Other,California,Trophy Wife NV Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trophy-wife-nv-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,,Trophy Wife 14.8,White,US,"A very rich and elaborate Chardonnay whose winemaker intervention makes it ponderous. Oak barrels, with their buttered toast, and creamy lees, with their sourdough tartness, are fine as they go. And the pineapple and citrus fruits are ripe and forward. It's all a bit heavy.",Reserve,24,85,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Santa Barbara Winery 2010 Reserve Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2010-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2010,Santa Barbara Winery 14,Red,Chile,"This Merlot is dry, herbal and scratchy smelling. In the mouth, it's crisp and zesty, with red plum, bell pepper, tarragon and other green-leaning flavors. The finish has a solid feel, leftover herbal flavors and mild heat. Overall this comes across as a cool-climate wine from a cool year.",Edición Limitada Gran Reserva de Los Andes,25,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2010 Edición Limitada Gran Reserva de Los Andes Merlot (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2010-edicion-limitada-gran-reserva-los-andes-merlot-casablanca-valley/,Merlot,2010,Santa Alicia 14,Red,US,"Thin, hard and herbal, this may be in some sort of dumb phase (many of the 2007s are) but the lack of fruit and the assertive tannins don't promise much. It's tannic, with a light suggestion of maple syrup from barrel aging.",Devotion,40,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Emvy Cellars 2007 Devotion Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emvy-cellars-2007-devotion-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Emvy Cellars 13,White,France,"Bergerac's take on the Bordeaux white blend includes Muscadelle which gives a perfumed character, to add to the more herbaceous tones of the Sauvignon Blanc. Together, they produce a crisp, fruity and attractively approachable young white wine.",L'Abbaye,,85,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Domaine l'Ancienne Cure 2011 L'Abbaye White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lancienne-cure-2011-labbaye-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Domaine l'Ancienne Cure 13,White,France,"Typical herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc, filled out with pineapple and apple fruits to give a wine that has some weight. It has a ripe yet very fresh feel.",,13,85,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Domaine Gibault 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gibault-2011-sauvignon-blanc-touraine/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Domaine Gibault 14.8,Red,Chile,"This small-production Merlot (40 cases made) has reached its point of no return. It's mature and tannic, with a hard outlook and some odd characteristics, namely a nose that smells of cheesy leather and agave. In the mouth, it's hard like a brick, with oaky, red-berry flavors that finish hard and with no place to go.",Hacedor de Mundos Old Vines,45,85,Loncomilla Valley,,,Gillmore 2007 Hacedor de Mundos Old Vines Merlot (Loncomilla Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gillmore-2007-hacedor-mundos-old-vines-merlot-loncomilla-valley/,Merlot,2007,Gillmore 14,Red,Spain,"The opening on this older La Mancha blend is a bit stalky and leathery, with briny berry hints. The bouquet devolves towards coffee grinds, while the palate feels good but raw, with flavors that include strawberry, vanilla and green herbs. This is reedy and scratchy on the finish, with a lactic lasting flavor.",Ciclos de Finca Antigua,,85,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Finca Antigua 2005 Ciclos de Finca Antigua Red (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-antigua-2005-ciclos-red-mancha/,Red Blend,2005,Finca Antigua 13.5,White,US,"A little thin, but it's nice and creamy, with buttered toast, pineapple, lime and vanilla flavors. There's a fine cut of acidity.",Votre Santé,14,85,California,California Other,California,Francis Ford Coppola 2011 Votre Santé Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2011-votre-sante-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Francis Ford Coppola 12,White,Italy,"This is a flattering and slightly sweet rendition of Soave that offers tones of yellow rose, almond and peach. Those simple flavors are followed by medium density and softness.",Excelsa,10,85,Veneto,Soave,,Riondo 2011 Excelsa (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riondo-2011-excelsa-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2011,Riondo 14.1,Red,US,"Cab hardly gets darker or sappier in fruit than this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. It's hard in tannins and sharp, with massively extracted black currant flavors. Doesn't seem to have the balance to age, so drink up.",Surround,40,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Stone Edge Farm 2009 Surround Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stone-edge-farm-2009-surround-red-sonoma-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Stone Edge Farm 12.5,Red,France,"Smoky wine, very perfumed with stalky tannins and fresh, juicy blackberry fruit. The wine is light, fragrant, ready to drink but worth aging a year.",L'Elégante,22,85,Loire Valley,Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil,,Vignoble de la Jarnoterie 2011 L'Elégante (Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignoble-jarnoterie-2011-lelegante-cabernet-franc-saint-nicolas-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Vignoble de la Jarnoterie 14,Red,Spain,"Typical for Navarran Merlot, this wine opens with leaf, rubber and stalky berry aromas. It's blocky but mostly good in feel, with lightly herbal and stalky tasting plum and berry flavors. It hollows out and turns a bit hot on the finish.",,9,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2011 Merlot (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2011-merlot-navarra/,Merlot,2011,Vega Sindoa 13.5,Red,US,"Leaning into the greener, vegetative side of Cabernet, this estate grown wine's notes of snapped snow peas and herbs are offset by cherries. It's soft and light in style with chalky tannins.",Anna Maria,22,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Valley View 2008 Anna Maria Cabernet Sauvignon (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-view-2008-anna-maria-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-applegate-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Valley View 12.2,White,Spain,"Mild apple aromas are fresh. In the mouth, this is lean and acidic, with racy green-apple and white grapefruit flavors that are short on depth and finish dilute. At 12.2%, this is crisp and a real lightweight.",,15,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Valdemonxes 2011 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdemonxes-2011-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,Valdemonxes 13.5,Rose,US,"This is dark in color and heavy for a rosé, with the medium body more akin to a red wine. It's strong in cherry, raspberry, cola and spice flavors. Nice to drink now with smoked meats.",Kristen's,10,85,California,California Other,California,Gnekow 2011 Kristen's Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gnekow-2011-kristens-rose-other/,Rosé,2011,Gnekow 13.5,White,US,"Fermented and aged in stainless steel, this Pinot Gris—a blend of Henry Estate and Westbrook Vineyard—has light notes of yellow and red apple. It drinks just a touch off dry with a lemon-pith note on the finish.",,15,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Henry Estate 2010 Pinot Gris (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-estate-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Henry Estate 14.2,Red,US,"This seems rather one dimensional, a fact of life for many small production, single varietal wines. The fruit is light and thin, with tobacco, vanilla and cola flavors dominant. Tannins are astringent and chewy.",,35,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Eleven 2010 Mourvèdre (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eleven-2010-mourvedre-columbia-valley-yakima/,Mourvèdre,2010,Eleven ,Red,Chile,"There's no avoiding this wine's roasted, herbal character. On the nose, it's lightly green, with red plum aromas. The palate has a fresh, smacking feel and flavors of oak-infused plum and raspberry. On the finish, it's herbal and oaky tasting, with grabby tannins.",Gran Reserva,17,85,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2010 Gran Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2010-gran-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2010,Morandé 14.3,Red,US,"A blend of Cab Franc, Malbec, Petit Verdot and Syrah, this was aged for 18 months in 30% new American oak. Perhaps the barrel aging accounts for the over-riding vanilla flavor. That, and some herbal highlights, seem to mask the fruit.",Orion's Nebula,30,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Ledger David 2010 Orion's Nebula Red (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledger-david-2010-orions-nebula-red-southern-rogue-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Ledger David 8.7,White,US,"Here is a Riesling with a stated alcohol level of 8.7% abv, and yet the acidity is so strong that the residual sugar barely registers. Lemony and showing some pretty honeysuckle flavors, this is a decent quaffing wine.",,18,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Lazy River 2011 Riesling (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lazy-river-2011-riesling-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Riesling,2011,Lazy River 13.5,Red,Spain,"This is a standard Rioja with a light body and mild aromas. Scents of leafy dried fruits set up a lean palate with just enough body to make the grade. The flavors seem slightly muddled, with dried cherry notes leading to a finish with vanilla and snappy acids.",Viña Alarde Reserva,15,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Berberana 2007 Viña Alarde Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berberana-2007-vina-alarde-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Berberana 11,White,France,"A tight, crisp, apple and citrus flavored wine. It has a bright texture, with green fruitiness and a cool-climate feel. Drink now.",Abymes,13,85,France Other,Vin de Savoie,,Domaine Labbé 2011 Abymes White (Vin de Savoie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-labbe-2011-abymes-white-vin-savoie/,White Blend,2011,Domaine Labbé 14,Red,Portugal,"Bright, ripe and fruity, this blackberry flavored wine has a juicy texture, soft tannins and a full, forward character. It's delicious now and ready to drink.",Bridão Classico,8,85,Tejo,,,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 2010 Bridão Classico Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-cartaxo-2010-bridao-classico-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 12.5,Sparkling,France,"While this is not indicated, this is a Loire sparkling wine with light, crisp freshness and bright fruity character. It has apple and pink grapefruit flavors, a delicate edge of pineapple and a taut texture.",Signature Brut,13,85,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Bouvet-Ladubay NV Signature Brut Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouvet-ladubay-nv-signature-brut-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Bouvet-Ladubay 12.5,White,France,"With that intense herbaceous aroma that is often the hallmark of Touraine Sauvignon Blanc, this is as crisp as they come. It has currant fruit flavors, gooseberry and a lemon-zest texture. Taut and mineral to finish.",Domaine Guenault,14,85,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Bougrier 2011 Domaine Guenault Sauvignon Blanc (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bougrier-2011-domaine-guenault-sauvignon-blanc-touraine/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Bougrier 14.7,Red,US,"Plenty of upfront raisin, licorice and sweet oak flavors in this dry, Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend. It's a little rough and terse in texture, and ready to drink now.",Cuatro Caminos,18,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Alma Sol 2010 Cuatro Caminos Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-sol-2010-cuatro-caminos-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Alma Sol 13.5,Red,Chile,"From the start, this is a heavily roasted and fully oaked wine. The nose is charred and cooked, with black-fruit aromas lurking below the surface. The mouth is drying and shows black-fruit flavors along with burnt meat, licorice, lemon peel and herbs.",Reina Ana,12,85,Maule Valley,,,Aguirre 2010 Reina Ana Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aguirre-2010-reina-ana-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Aguirre 13.5,Red,France,"A classic Gaillac blend of Duras, Gamay, Merlot and Syrah, this is a bright, fruity wine, the lighter of the two wines produced at Château Lecusse. Red berries dominate, allied to crisp acidity.",Grappes d'Or,11,85,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Château Lecusse 2009 Grappes d'Or Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lecusse-2009-grappes-dor-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2009,Château Lecusse 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a lightly sweet, red sparkling wine with ripe strawberry fruits, a touch of tannin and soft acidity. A fine partner for a fruit dessert or blue cheese.",Rubis Excellence Demi-Sec,14,85,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Bouvet-Ladubay NV Rubis Excellence Demi-Sec Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouvet-ladubay-nv-rubis-excellence-demi-sec-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Bouvet-Ladubay 13.8,White,US,"Made from Viognier and Chardonnay, this is a rich wine, if a little rustic, with vanilla and tangerine flavors. Some overripe notes show up in the finish.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Bonaccorsi 2010 White (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonaccorsi-2010-white-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,White Blend,2010,Bonaccorsi 12,White,Chile,"Oily, slightly stalky aromas set up a spritzy feeling, narrow palate with lemony acids and razor-sharp flavors of sour apple and gooseberry. The finish amounts to an acidic wash of zesty tang. This is good and sharp, but limited.",,14,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Calcu 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcu-2012-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Calcu 13.5,Red,US,"Fresh, fruity flavors of raspberry and strawberry jam and brown sugar mark this vibrant young Zin. It's zesty in acidity, with an easy, creamy mouthfeel. Drink up with barbecue, burgers, Mexican pork and beef dishes.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2011 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2011-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2011,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 12.5,White,Chile,"Tangerine aromas control the mild nose on this innocuous but brisk Chardonnay. The palate feels melony and soft, while clean, unoaked flavors of peach and melon set up a soft, mellow finish.",Classic Collection Unwooded,10,85,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2012 Classic Collection Unwooded Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2012-classic-collection-unwooded-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Echeverria 12,White,Italy,"Packaged in an easy screwcap bottle, this accessible Italian Pinot Grigio would pair with Thai spring rolls or chicken salad. The wine is simple and one-dimensional with bright notes of citrus and melon on the close.",,10,85,,Delle Venezie,,Pasqua 2012 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasqua-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Pasqua 14.5,Red,US,"This is an easy-drinking red wine, medium bodied and spicy, with berry, cherry and sweet tobacco flavors. It's like Zinfandel, only lighter.",Estate Grown,18,85,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2009 Estate Grown Sangiovese (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2009-estate-grown-sangiovese-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Sangiovese,2009,Pietra Santa 15.1,Red,US,"Probably the last estate Cabernet to be released from the '06 vintage. It's forward and fruity in blackberry and cherry jam and chocolate flavors. Too soft for further development, so drink up.",Signature Collection,50,85,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2006 Signature Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2006-signature-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Pietra Santa 14.5,Red,US,"A good, robust Bordeaux-style wine that's smooth and tannic, with full-bodied blackberry, cherry and herb flavors. Ready to drink now.",All In,24,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 2010 All In Claret (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2010-all-in-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Claret,2010,Murphy-Goode 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A blend of grapes from across different regions, this is a full, rather fat wine. It's ripe with apple and pear flavors and a light touch of acidity, although there is a bitter aftertaste that is less pleasant.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,13,85,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,René Sparr NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-sparr-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,René Sparr 13,White,Spain,"Airy lime aromas are pretty much all that the bouquet on this Verdejo is giving. It's good but a touch soft and low on acid, with briny flavors of pickled fruits, citrus and herbs. This is quick and simple on the finish.",,10,85,Spain Other,Spain,,Real Compañia de Vinos 2011 Verdejo (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-compania-vinos-2011-spanish-white-verdejo-other/,Verdejo,2011,Real Compañia de Vinos 12,White,France,"A soft, apple-y, ripe wine, this is a broad, fruity and instantly attractive wine. A fine example of cool, unoaked Chardonnay, it's lightly fragrant and crisp on the finish. Screwcap.",,12,85,Loire Valley,Val de Loire,,Domaine de Bernier 2011 Chardonnay (Val de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-de-bernier-2011-chardonnay-val/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine de Bernier 13.5,Red,US,"This is a good value Zinfandel. Its label was modeled after the Fillmore's better days of poster art, meant to appeal to Baby Boomer rock lovers everywhere. Spicy and not overbearing, it'll work for casual jam sessions and/or barbecues.",,11,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Deep Purple 2011 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deep-purple-2011-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2011,Deep Purple 13.5,White,US,"An easy-going Chardonnay. It's rich in orange jam, vanilla and buttered toast flavors, with a streak of bright acidity providing balance.",Coastal Estates,11,85,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 2011 Coastal Estates Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2011-coastal-estates-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Beaulieu Vineyard 14.8,Red,US,"This hearty wine is spicy, warm in alcohol and easy to drink on a summer night with barbecue. Made from undisclosed varieties, its flavors are of red currants, licorice and beef jerky.",The Fugitive,25,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Truett Hurst 2011 The Fugitive Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truett-hurst-2011-fugitive-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,2011,Truett Hurst 12,White,US,"Though relatively young, this has already taken on a rich golden hue, and the flavors are quite mature. Lightly buttery with flavors of nut oil more than fruit, this is a wine to drink up quickly.",,18,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Sigillo Cellars 2010 Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sigillo-cellars-2010-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2010,Sigillo Cellars 14,Red,Chile,"Hard spice and minty green aromas heavily shadow the wine's fruit character. In the mouth, it's mildly creamy feeling, while the flavors suggest toast, herbs, chocolate and spicy berry fruit. This is a basic but honest representation of Carmenère.",Reserva,10,85,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2012 Reserva Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2012-reserva-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2012,Santa Alicia 13.4,White,US,"The added Viognier (9%) lifts the notes of pear, apple, and peach on this medium-bodied, flavorful Pinot Gris. Finishes with a touch bitter.",,17,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,RoxyAnn 2011 Pinot Gris (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roxyann-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,RoxyAnn 12,Red,Italy,Here's an easy and bright Cabernet that would wash down with spaghetti and meat sauce. Fruit tones and bitter almond characterize the nose and the mouthfeel is lean and fresh.,,10,85,Veneto,Veneto Orientale,,Stival 2010 Cabernet (Veneto Orientale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stival-2010-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-orientale/,Cabernet,2010,Stival 14.6,Red,US,"In case you haven't figured it out, this is a blend of Syrah and Mourvedre. It's soft and fruity, with oak-tinged raspberry and cherry jam flavors.",S&M Blend,34,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Standing Sun 2010 S&M Blend Syrah-Mourvèdre (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-sun-2010-s-m-blend-red-blend-syrah-mourvedre-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah-Mourvèdre,2010,Standing Sun 13.3,White,US,"This Gewürztraminer hails from several vineyard sites scattered along Lake Chelan. Thirty percent barrel aged, it's leesy with an oily, palate coating feel. A stylistic wine but the variety seems to get a bit lost in the shuffle.",LEMH,20,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Lake Chelan,Vin du Lac 2010 LEMH Gewürztraminer (Lake Chelan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-lac-2010-lemh-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-lake-chelan/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Vin du Lac 13.5,Red,US,"This is an aromatically appealing estate Syrah with the Viognier (4% co-ferment) at the fore with notes of flowers and orange peel backed by Syrah's smoked meat, pepper, and earthy funk. The palate is light in body and flavor, not quite matching all of the intensity the aromas have to offer.",Estate Grown,20,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2009 Estate Grown Syrah (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-2009-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-umpqua-valley/,Syrah,2009,Melrose 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Elegant and smooth with just a touch of wood and vanilla to bring out the blueberry fruit flavors. It's deliciously perfumed with soft tannins and a gentle, fruity aftertaste.",Quartilho,10,85,Tejo,,,Quinta do Casal Branco 2010 Quartilho Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-casal-branco-2010-quartilho-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Quinta do Casal Branco 14,Red,Spain,"The nose on this crisp, acid-driven wine is dry and leathery, with generic plum and berry-fruit aromas. It's a sizzler in the mouth due to racy acidity and brisk red-fruit flavors. Tang, freshness and snap define this wine.",,17,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Protos 2010 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/protos-2010-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2010,Protos 13.5,Red,Spain,"After a soupy smelling opening, leather and rubbery black-fruit aromas rise up. The palate feels firm and acidic, while the flavors revolve around berry fruit and oak, with additional oak spice and grabby tannins controlling the finish.",,13,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Zumaya 2010 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zumaya-2010-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2010,Zumaya 11,Rose,France,"Attractive, lightly sweet and fruity wine. It has crushed strawberry fruit, bright acidity and a fine balance between sweetness and crispness at the end. Screwcap.",,13,85,Loire Valley,Rosé d'Anjou,,La Grille 2011 Rosé d'Anjou,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grille-2011-rose-rose-danjou/,Rosé,2011,La Grille 14.2,Red,US,"This dry, brusque Merlot has hard tannins and tart acidity, and the fruit isn't very concentrated. Gets by with a taste of black cherries and currants. Drink up.",Kinneybrook,20,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2009 Kinneybrook Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2009-kinneybrook-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2009,Kunde 14.5,Red,US,"There's lots of upfront raspberry and cherry sour-candy fruit flavors in this lush, oaky Pinot. It's a bit one-dimensional and scoury, but fine for everyday purposes. Drink up.",Lindsay's,30,85,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lincourt 2010 Lindsay's Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lincourt-2010-lindsays-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Lincourt 13.6,Red,US,"This is a pretty common wine, tart in acidity, with sour cherry candy, cranberry and wood spice flavors. It's bone dry, and will do just fine with burgers, lasagna and such.",Agent for Change,20,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Martellotto 2010 Agent for Change Tempranillo (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martellotto-2010-agent-for-change-tempranillo-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Tempranillo,2010,Martellotto 14,Red,US,"Alexander Valley's Merlots are always easy wines to drink, and with their 2010, they follow that formula. It's soft and gently tannic, with blackberry and herb flavors.",Estate,20,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2010 Estate Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2010-estate-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2010,Alexander Valley Vineyards 13,White,Italy,This Soave Superiore opens with bright golden reflections and thick streaks of glycerine that stream down the sides of the glass. The nose is characterized by a subtle point of sulfur followed by yellow fruit and pear.,Il Casale,27,85,Veneto,Soave Superiore,,Agostino Vicentini 2011 Il Casale (Soave Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agostino-vicentini-2011-il-casale-italian-white-garganega-soave-superiore/,Garganega,2011,Agostino Vicentini 14,Red,Spain,"The nose on this Syrah-Cabernet combination is defined almost entirely by raisin and prune. The wine feels heavy and raisiny rich on the palate, with one-dimensional flavors of raisin and prune (just like the bouquet indicates). Lastly, the finish tastes brandied.",,22,85,Levante,Valencia,,Drassanes 2008 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drassanes-2008-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-valencia/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Drassanes 12.2,Dessert,US,"The white sugar and honey sweetness make this a dessert wine, rather than an off-dry white. It's rich in oranges and vanilla, and is a little watery.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2011 Muscat Canelli (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2011-muscat-canelli-central-coast-paso-robles/,Muscat Canelli,2011,Eberle 13.5,White,Argentina,"There's a stalky, baked angle to the nose of this full-bodied, heavily oaked Chardonnay. The palate, as the nose suggests, is heavy and rich, with candied, creamy banana and baked apple flavors. It's ripe and oily on the finish.",Grande Reserve,,85,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2011 Grande Reserve Chardonnay (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2011-grande-reserve-chardonnay-tupungato/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Jean Bousquet 15,Red,US,"A fleshy, full-bodied Syrah with a streak of gingerbread flavor that's got a bite of heat on the finish. This is a wine for people who like a bolder, higher-alcohol style.",,23,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Chatom Vineyards 2009 Syrah (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatom-vineyards-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Syrah,2009,Chatom Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"The cool 2010 vintage seems to have taken a toll on this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. It's distinctly herbal with dry, astringent tannins and the fruit unable to stand up to the oak.",Ruah,18,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Desert Wind 2010 Ruah Red (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/desert-wind-2010-ruah-red-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Red Blend,2010,Desert Wind 13,Red,Spain,"On first whiff, you may not be convinced that this Tempranillo-Cabernet blend is up to snuff. The nose has carob, rubbery oak, creamy vanilla and cookie aromas along with jammy berry. The palate is capped with tannins and feels rubbery, while flavors of milk chocolate, baked cherry and rubber finish with blackened flavors of barbecue. For $10 it's pretty good, but don't expect a miracle.",Mil Cepas Gran Reserva,10,85,Catalonia,Terra Alta,,Cellers Unió 2006 Mil Cepas Gran Reserva Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Terra Alta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cellers-unio-2006-mil-cepas-gran-reserva-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-terra-alta/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Cellers Unió 12,White,US,"Much as with the winery's Sauvignon Blanc, the searing, almost sour acidity is the hallmark of this wine. Here it turns so lemony and simple that it loses a bit of varietal character.",Cannon Beach,14,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Carlton Cellars 2011 Cannon Beach Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlton-cellars-2011-cannon-beach-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,Carlton Cellars 15.5,Red,US,"Very high alcohol gives this wine a burn, but without this super-ripeness, it wouldn't be this strong. Offers a blast of blackberry jam, raisin, licorice, dark chocolate and sweet cedar flavors, wrapped into firm tannins. Drink now.",Reserve,34,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wilson 2010 Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2010-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Wilson 14.5,Red,US,"Sweet, simple and candied, offering brown sugar, blackberry jam and buttered toast flavors. Very, very rich. Try giving it a slight chill before serving.",Fin de journée,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Textbook 2010 Fin de journée Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/textbook-2010-fin-journee-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Textbook 14.3,Red,US,"Robust in sweet red fruit, this Lake County Cab has tannic structure but its finish falls off fast.",,29,86,California,Lake County,Lake County,Shed Horn Cellars 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shed-horn-cellars-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Shed Horn Cellars 14,Red,Chile,"Creamy, spicy oak aromas match wits with herbal berry scents, setting up a fresh, slightly creamy feeling wine with green herb, pepper and vanilla flavors running alongside cherry and chocolate. This finishes minty, spicy and good in feel.",Reserva,12,86,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2011 Reserva Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2011-reserva-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2011,Santa Carolina 13.5,White,Chile,"Lemon and mineral are the key aromas on this lightly oaked Chardonnay. In the mouth, there's a resiny texture and basic flavors of vanilla and pear touched up by mild oak spice. While this is in no way complex, it's solid in feel and fresh in flavor.",Gran Reserva de Los Andes,15,86,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2012 Gran Reserva de Los Andes Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2012-gran-reserva-los-andes-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Santa Alicia 13.5,Red,Chile,"Tea, olive, spice and cassis aromas are textbook for Chilean value-priced Cabernet Sauvignon. The palate is medium in depth, with lively acidity pushing herbal blackberry, dark plum and tea flavors. This is solid on the finish.",Reserva,10,86,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2011 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2011-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Santa Alicia 13,White,Spain,"Dusty apple and mildly green aromas are good but nothing to get excited over. In the mouth, this is smooth and showing some signs of softening. Flavors of banana, apple and citrus end in a swirl of tropical flavors and pith. Drink immediately.",Basa,14,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Telmo Rodríguez 2011 Basa White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2011-basa-white-rueda/,White Blend,2011,Telmo Rodríguez 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Cabernet Sauvignon blended with local grapes yields a richly structured wine that shows attractive tannins, acidity and black currant fruits. Touches of dark chocolate and red-berry fruits add complexity. Ready to drink in a year.",,13,86,Tejo,,,Quinta do Casal Branco 2010 Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-casal-branco-2010-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Quinta do Casal Branco 14.9,Red,US,"Lots of sweet cherry, red currant and chocolate flavors in this softly tannic wine. It's not very complex, but easy to drink with a juicy burger.",Signature Collection,40,86,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2009 Signature Collection Merlot (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2009-signature-collection-merlot-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Merlot,2009,Pietra Santa 13,White,Italy,"Peter Zemmer produces a fine and fragrant expression of Riesling with layers of exotic fruit, citrus and white flower. The wine shows very nice heft and consistency in the mouth where it delivers length and a creamy, almost waxy feel.",,17,86,,Alto Adige,,Peter Zemmer 2011 Riesling (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-zemmer-2011-riesling-alto-adige/,Riesling,2011,Peter Zemmer 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of Cabernet pleasure in this softly fruity Cabernet. It shows Alexander Valley's easy approachability, with gentle, ripe flavors of blackberries, cherries, currants, herbs and sweet oak.",Dealer's Choice,26,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 2010 Dealer's Choice Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2010-dealers-choice-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Murphy-Goode 13,White,Chile,"Tropical aromas of melon and banana come with a citrusy kick and briny notes. The palate feels about normal, with good acidity supporting a mix of green herb and citrus flavors. Briny, pickled flavors take over on the finish, which is short in length.",Reserva,13,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Misiones de Rengo 2012 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/misiones-rengo-2012-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Misiones de Rengo 14,Red,Chile,"Regular cherry and cassis aromas form a standard, fresh opening. The palate is medium in body and depth, with cassis, plum, herb and minty flavors. It feels good but standard on the finish, with juicy acidity.",Los Vascos,14,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2011 Los Vascos Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2011-los-vascos-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 13,White,Italy,"Easy, bright and a pleasure to drink with grilled shrimp or fried tempura vegetables, this food-friendly Soave opens with simple notes of apricot, honey, citrus and pear. In the mouth, the wine shows zesty freshness.",,,86,Veneto,Soave,,Giale 2011 Soave,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giale-2011-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2011,Giale 14.9,Red,US,"Tasting of cherry cola and vanilla, this blend of almost 60% Zinfandel (the remainder Syrah, Petite Sirah and Gamay Noir) has a Zin-like smokiness around the mid-palate, with blackberries and leather also coming to the fore, the more savory aspects continuing on into the finish.",Viejo,28,86,California,North Coast,Solano County Green Valley,Galvan 2010 Viejo Red (Solano County Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galvan-2010-viejo-red-north-coast-solano-county-green-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Galvan 13,White,France,"An herbaceous wine made with Sauvignon Blanc grapes grown in Southwest France, this has fine, crisp acidity, with grapefruit notes and a positive zing in the texture. Deliciously fruity. Screwcap.",Terra Sana Fumé Blanc,15,86,France Other,Vin de France,,François Lurton 2011 Terra Sana Fumé Blanc Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2011-terra-sana-fume-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-vin/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,François Lurton 13.5,White,US,Brisk acidity is the best thing about this Chardonnay. It gives a mouthwatering zinginess to the tropical fruit and citrus flavors. The finish is a bit lush and simple with notes of buttered toast.,Diamond Collection Black Label,20,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Francis Ford Coppola 2011 Diamond Collection Black Label Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2011-diamond-collection-black-label-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Francis Ford Coppola 13.5,White,Italy,Here's an easy-going wine with bright aromas of peach and citrus with tiny touches of crushed granite or ash at the back. Pair it with grilled shrimp in creamy lemon sauce.,,18,86,,Alto Adige,,Egger-Ramer 2011 Müller-Thurgau (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/egger-ramer-2011-other-white-muller-thurgau-alto-adige/,Müller-Thurgau,2011,Egger-Ramer 14,White,Chile,"Green herb, grass, bell pepper and asparagus aromas outmuscle the wine's citrus aromas, leading to a crisp body and flavors of green apple, grass, green pepper and jalapeño. The finish is solid and fresh in feel but limited in flavor.",Marques de Casa Concha,23,86,Leyda Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2011 Marques de Casa Concha Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2011-marques-casa-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Concha y Toro 13,White,Italy,Here's a great deal for an easy-drinking Italian white that boasts both clarity of aromas and zippy freshness in the mouth. Pair this wine with bruschetta topped by raw cherry tomato and fresh basil leaves.,,11,86,,Collio,,Cormòns 2011 Sauvignon (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cormons-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-collio/,Sauvignon,2011,Cormòns 12,White,US,"This searingly tart take on Sauv Blanc is ready made for fresh Pacific coast oysters. Lemon juice and lemongrass flavors highlight a very acidic wine, that's clean as a whistle..",Proposal Rock,24,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Carlton Cellars 2011 Proposal Rock Sauvignon Blanc (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlton-cellars-2011-proposal-rock-sauvignon-blanc-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Carlton Cellars 12.5,Rose,Italy,"Lagrein is an indigenous grape that plays an important role in the enological landscape of northern Italy. This Rosato expression opens with bright aromas of wild berry, raspberry, stone fruit, white cherry and citrus. It's a simple and easy-going wine to pair with take-out Chinese food.",,18,86,,Alto Adige,,Castel Sallegg 2011 Lagrein (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castel-sallegg-2011-italian-red-lagrein-alto-adige/,Lagrein,2011,Castel Sallegg 14.8,White,US,"A satisfying Sauvignon Blanc with pronounced swirls of pineapple and guava, a creamy texture and long finish, with just a bit of vanilla on the finish.",,16,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Chatom Vineyards 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatom-vineyards-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Chatom Vineyards 12,White,France,"Off-dry Chenin Blanc that has attractive white fruit and light honey flavors. Brisk with acidity, this youthful wine. is aromatic and delicious now.",Vouvray V,12,86,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Bougrier 2011 Vouvray V (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bougrier-2011-vouvray-v-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Bougrier 11.5,White,France,"Tight, fragrant and crisp, this is a full-bodied Muscadet with ripe apples as well as a more citrus component. The wine is a perfect companion to fish—its salty acidity refreshing and cool.",Château du Jaunay Sur Lie,14,86,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Bougrier 2011 Château du Jaunay Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bougrier-2011-chateau-jaunay-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2011,Bougrier 14,Red,Spain,"This is different than Beronia's 2009 Crianza in that it shows more savory, barbecued aromas along with some cheese on the bouquet. It's a bit lean and choppy on the palate, with oak-based flavors leading generic berry. Expect a fresh, fiery wine with a lot of kick.",,15,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Beronia 2009 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beronia-2009-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Beronia 12.5,Rose,France,"Bright onion skin pink wild strawberry flavored wine, with fine crisp acidity and a touch of caramel. The wine is light, fresh, fragrant, ready to drink.",Rosé,16,86,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Jean-Maurice Raffault 2011 Rosé Cabernet Franc (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-maurice-raffault-2011-rose-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Jean-Maurice Raffault 14.3,White,US,"Made in a drier, leaner style, this Chard is marked by citrus zest, herb and lees flavors. It's an elegant wine for drinking now.",Dean Block,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Houdini 2011 Dean Block Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/houdini-2011-dean-block-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Houdini 13.9,Red,US,"Lots of firm tannins in this dry Cab, which should benefit from a couple years of aging to let it mellow. It's rich and ripe in black cherries, currants, green olives and smoky oak.",,26,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hook & Ladder 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hook-ladder-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hook & Ladder 13.5,Red,US,"Petite Sirah's big tannins are there, yet they've been tamed into creamy submission. That, combined with the softness, suggests drinking now. Enjoy for its vibrant blackberry, leather, cured meat and pepper flavors.",,30,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hidden Oak 2009 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-oak-2009-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2009,Hidden Oak 13.5,Red,US,"There's appeal in this young Pinot with notes of tree bark, moist soil, cherry, and ash. The cranberry-like acidity plays well off the tart cherry flavors with good intensity throughout.",,18,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Henry Estate 2011 Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-estate-2011-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Henry Estate 12.5,White,Spain,"White-fruit aromas are generic up front and a bit stalky if examined more closely. The palate feels good but typical, while flavors of peach and apricot are chunky and turn a touch bitter on the finish. Drink now.",Baladiña,16,86,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Lagar de Besada 2011 Baladiña Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagar-besada-2011-baladina-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,Lagar de Besada 13.5,Red,France,"A fruit cake and smoky fruit flavored wine with intense youthful acidity. The flavors all come from the fruit rather than from any wood, giving a bright, accessible wine that is ready to drink now.",,16,86,Loire Valley,Anjou,,Château la Varière 2011 Cabernet Franc (Anjou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-variere-2011-cabernet-franc-anjou/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Château la Varière 12.5,Red,Italy,"Easy and bright, this fresh expression of Corvina offers tight aromas of raspberry and blueberry with light touches of spice and sweet almond. This is a terrific value wine to drink at home with the family with lasagna or pasta.",Re Midas,10,86,,Venezie,,Cantina di Soave 2011 Re Midas Corvina (Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2011-re-midas-italian-red-corvina-venezie/,Corvina,2011,Cantina di Soave 13,Red,Portugal,"A darkly tannic wine, this is very firm and dense. Its red-berry fruit palate shows some of the perfume of Touriga Nacional, and its a concentrated wine that needs at least three-years aging.",Cardal,14,86,Tejo,,,Quinta da Alorna 2010 Cardal Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-alorna-2010-cardal-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Quinta da Alorna 13,White,Spain,"Lemon, apple and cleanliness define the nose on this everyday white that's priced to sell. The mouth is racy and fresh, with peach, apple and citrus flavors that lead to a fairly long, clean and flavorful finish. Drink now.",,10,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Marqués de Riscal 2011 White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-riscal-2011-white-rueda/,White Blend,2011,Marqués de Riscal 12.5,White,Spain,"Spunky passion fruit, scallion and green-herb aromas are crisp and varietally correct. In the mouth, this is refreshing and not too serious, with citrus, passion fruit and green flavors that turn mildly vegetal on the finish. For a $9 quaffer, you can't ask for more.",,9,86,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Peñascal 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penascal-2011-sauvignon-blanc-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Peñascal 13,Red,Spain,"This Tempranillo is rubbery and leathery smelling, with roasted berry overtones. The palate has a round mouthfeel, with lightly burnt and bitter flavors riding atop chunky plum notes. This feels healthy, with blueberry and herbal notes on the finish.",,9,86,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Peñascal 2009 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penascal-2009-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2009,Peñascal 14.1,Red,Argentina,"For a lighter-bodied Cabernet, this is good for its fresh, clean outlook and mild oak. Cherry and berry aromas set the stage for a juicy wine with mild cherry and raspberry flavors that come before a spunky, quick finish.",Año Cero,19,86,Mendoza Province,La Consulta,,Altocedro 2011 Año Cero Cabernet Sauvignon (La Consulta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altocedro-2011-ano-cero-cabernet-sauvignon-consulta/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Altocedro 14,White,US,"Creamy, buttery and honey-like, with rich orange and mango fruit flavors. The winemaker prevented the malolactic fermentation, so the acidity is crisp and apple-y.",Estate,18,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2011 Estate Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2011-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Alexander Valley Vineyards 12,Red,Italy,"From the popular Il Tralcetto series of value wines, this easy Pinot Nero shows tart berry aromas with raspberry, currant and earthy, gritty nuances on the close.",Il Tralcetto,14,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 2011 Il Tralcetto Pinot Nero (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cescon-italo-storia-e-vini-2011-il-tralcetto-pinot-noir-nero-veneto/,Pinot Nero,2011,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 13,Red,Chile,"This simple wine has an electric ruby color and punchy raspberry aromas. It's angular in the mouth, with tart, borderline sour flavors of cherry pie and plum. As it opens this becomes sharper and takes on an astringent, raw feel with little depth of flavor.",Brisa,9,82,Central Valley,,,Vistamar 2012 Brisa Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistamar-2012-brisa-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2012,Vistamar 15,Red,Italy,"An amazing and impressive feat of winemaking, this riserva is so tightly wound with gorgeous aromatic intensity, it peels back, layer after layer, and evolves smoothly the more you leave it in the glass. Not drinking it immediately is difficult because of the delicious quality of fruit on display here and the lush, soft mouthfeel, but this should be at its best after 2018.",Riserva,70,98,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Capanna 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capanna-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Capanna ,Red,France,"In the opulent style of superripe Merlot, this is a rich wine that delivers generous black currant fruits with tannins that are dense but not overwhelming. It is finely structured, proud of its elegance, stylish fruit and tannin balance. The wine is set for long-term aging, but will certainly be drinkable in 5–10 years.",,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Beau-Séjour Bécot 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beau-sejour-becot-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Beau-Séjour Bécot ,White,France,"A rich, ripe and finely balanced wine. Its acidity cuts through the full pear and apricot flavors to give a tight crispness. At this stage, it is all fruit and acidity, but it does have the potential for greatness with a more complex sense coming from the wood aging and the fine, tight texture.",,,95,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-smith-haut-lafitte-2010-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 14.5,Red,France,"This is a wine that is all tannin at this young stage. It is firmly dry and structured with a tight, dark texture. It has the concentrated fruit to sustain this initial severity, but will need many more years to show its power.",,,94,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Hosanna 2010 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-hosanna-2010-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Hosanna ,White,France,"Opulent and ripe, this is a powerful, wood-aged wine. It has a fine mix of tropical fruits, spice and vanilla. The richness is cut through with pink grapefruit to give a fine sense of poise and balance. Age for at least four years.",,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Pape Clément 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pape-clement-2010-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Pape Clément 14,Red,Italy,"This riserva opens with bright cherry and blackberry fruit followed by subtle, but pleasingly spicy, tones of tobacco, juniper and cured meat. There's a touch of sweet fruit on the close with bright acidity and firm tannins. Hold 10 years to capture its evolution over time.",Riserva,96,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Nardone 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-nardone-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Poggio Nardone 14.5,Red,Italy,"Available in very small production numbers, this riserva Brunello presents aromas of ripe fruit and cherry with background tones of leather, tobacco and cured meat. The wine shows a bold, chewy mouthfeel with velvety soft tannins and sassy endnotes of toasted spice.",Riserva,99,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Sesta di Sopra 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sesta-sopra-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Sesta di Sopra 14.5,Red,Italy,"Dark concentration and savory aromas of leather, cassis, prune and dark berry characterize the elegant 2006 vintage. This riserva also adds tones of cola and licorice at the back as well as a dusty mineral quality as well. The close is long, tight and silky.",Riserva,185,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Le Potazzine 2006 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-potazzine-2006-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Le Potazzine ,Red,France,"No longer a second wine of Ducru-Beaucaillou, but a wine from its own separate vineyard, Croix de Beaucaillou is impressive. Firm while also rich, it is firmly tannic, superripe and packed with great dark plum and berry fruits. Fruit and structure well balanced together.",,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Croix de Beaucaillou 2010 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croix-beaucaillou-2010-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Croix de Beaucaillou ,Red,France,"An extracted wine, showing bitter chocolate as much as fruit. There is a core of dark tannins, very firm, with licorice, wood and a tight texture. Often Trottevieille shows this austerity when young, and this 2010 is no exception. It will develop slowly into a serious and concentrated wine.",,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Trottevieille 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trottevieille-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Trottevieille ,Red,Italy,"Poggio di Sotto has steadily worked over the years to produce extremely elegant and polished expressions of Brunello that show the best of the local territory. Candied fruit, smoke, light shadings of licorice and tobacco, crushed mineral and white pepper appear on the bouquet. But there's just enough fresh cherry fruit to make your mouth pucker.",Riserva,259,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio di Sotto 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-sotto-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Poggio di Sotto ,Sparkling,France,"A ripe and opulent Champagne with intense white and yellow fruit flavors. The wine is full bodied, with just a touch of toast to show approaching maturity. This is a wonderfully open and generous wine.",Les Chétillons Blanc de Blancs,,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Pierre Péters 2005 Les Chétillons Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-peters-2005-chetillons-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2005,Pierre Péters 14,Red,Italy,"Altesino's Brunello is not a simple wine by any measure. Indeed, beyond the cherry and tobacco aromas you find in Brunello, this wine offers a wide spectrum of dried herbs, cola, ginger and eucalyptus tones that make the bouquet really shine. The wine delivers soft richness on the close.",Riserva,100,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Altesino 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altesino-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Altesino 14.5,Red,Italy,"From one of the most creative. quality-minded estates in Montacino, this beautiful Brunello opens with beautiful intensity and elegant aromas of cassis, espresso bean, licorice and cola. The fruit is organically farmed and there is a touch of cherry sweetness on the finish that distinguishes it.",,90,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Loacker Corte Pavone 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loacker-corte-pavone-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Loacker Corte Pavone ,Red,Italy,"All the elements of this Brunello work beautifully together. The bouquet is redolent of soft black fruit, plum cake, leather, spice and tobacco and the wine shows thick, velvety concentration in the mouth. The tannins are supple and firm and there's a touch of bright acidity that is not too sharp or in any way unbalanced.",,56,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Rasina 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rasina-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Rasina 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a beautiful ensemble of bright cherry and blackberry set against savory tones of leather, moist earth and cured meat. A tangy touch of licorice and freshly ground black pepper gives the wine lift and immediate aromatic delivery. Drink after 2015.",Riserva,125,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Siro Pacenti 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siro-pacenti-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Siro Pacenti 15,Red,Spain,"This is the best Protos wine I've ever tasted. The nose offers up tobacco, moss and soft berry aromas. In the mouth, it's intense, deep and still tannic, with baked, earthy flavors of blackberry, plum, tobacco and coconut. The finish is stuffed with chocolate, herb, spice and cola flavors along with undeniable density. An excellent wine to drink now through 2020.",Gran Reserva,100,93,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Protos 2005 Gran Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/protos-2005-gran-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Protos 14,Red,Italy,"This lovely riserva delivers dark layers of chocolate, blackberry, tangy oak spice, cherry preserves and dried herb. The tannins are polished and fine and the crisp acidity would work well with a piece of braised pork. Drink after 2015.",Pian Bossolino Riserva,135,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio il Castellare 2007 Pian Bossolino Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-il-castellare-2007-pian-bossolino-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Poggio il Castellare ,Sparkling,France,"From a small north-east facing vineyard in the Vallée de la Marne, this ripe, soft, generous wine also has great intensity. It is full and concentrated, with pear and apple fruits allied to touches of bitter almonds, wood and fruit. It's a vintage that could age, although it is just right to drink now.",La Vigne d'Or Extra Brut,,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Tarlant 2003 La Vigne d'Or Extra Brut Pinot Meunier (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarlant-2003-vigne-dor-extra-brut-other-red-pinot-meunier-champagne/,Pinot Meunier,2003,Tarlant 14.5,Red,Italy,"You'll love the pretty garnet color of this riserva and the freshness of its fruit-driven bouquet. The wine delivers loads of fresh cherry and blackberry, with smoky aftertastes of leather and tobacco. The mouthfeel is round and generous, and there's a fresh touch of acidity on the close.",Phenomena Riserva,128,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Sesti 2007 Phenomena Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sesti-2007-phenomena-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Sesti 14.7,Red,US,"This is a lush, heady wine that's full bodied and dry, with massive black cherry, red currant, bacon and cedar flavors. The tannins are thick but smooth, making the wine drinkable now, although it will certainly develop through 2020. There's a pleasant tartness throughout that makes it especially friendly with well-marbled beef.",Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard,125,93,California,Napa,St. Helena,PerryMoore 2008 Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrymoore-2008-beckstoffer-dr-crane-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,PerryMoore 14,Red,Italy,"You'll love the dark intensity and generous aromatic offerings of this savory riserva Brunello. Dark cherry, blackberry, spice, leather, tobacco and cigar box all meld into one and drive the wine's momentum. The mouthfeel is tight and compact with a long, polished close.",Vigna Manapetra Riserva,58,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria La Lecciaia 2007 Vigna Manapetra Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-lecciaia-2007-vigna-manapetra-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Fattoria La Lecciaia 14.5,Red,Italy,"Smoky ash and brimstone give this wine an elegant, mineral personality that is coupled with cherry fruit, red rose and wet earth notes. It shows a fine, silky quality, with accents of cola and black licorice. Drink after 2016.",Riserva,110,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoi 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoi-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Fattoi 14.5,Red,Italy,"This lush and packed riserva Brunello opens with inky, dark concentration and impenetrable density. It shows power and determination in the mouth with velvety tannins, softly extracted fruit and bright cherry notes accented with hints of ginger and crushed herb. The bouquet is less powerful but it works vey nicely considering the overall momentum of this beautiful wine.",Riserva,65,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donatella-cinelli-colombini-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 14,Red,Italy,"The bouquet of this riserva offers a very exotic quality of Christmas spice, rum cake, church incense and cured meat. But there's loads of fresh fruit too, like blackberry, cherry and plum. The mouthfeel is long and polished with a tight and very elegant feel.",Le Chiuse di Sotto Riserva,105,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Gianni Brunelli 2007 Le Chiuse di Sotto Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-brunelli-2007-le-chiuse-sotto-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Gianni Brunelli ,White,France,"Pushing in the direction of freshness and herbaceousness, this is a tight, textured wine. The wine's grapefruit and lime flavors are balanced by touches of wood and spice. The final feel is soft, yet brisk.",,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Olivier 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-olivier-2010-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Olivier ,White,France,"Smooth and rich, this is an opulent wine. It has ripe acidity and tropical fruit notes, while also crisp at the edges, like biting into a ripe pear. The wine, with its structured core, has good aging potential.",,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de Fieuzal 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fieuzal-2010-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château de Fieuzal ,Red,France,"As so often with Magdelaine, the wine shows severity and dark tannins. In 2010, that has produced a complex and dense wine that has firm tannins, dark black fruits and a feeling of austerity. It will always be a firm wine.",,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Magdelaine 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-magdelaine-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Magdelaine ,White,France,"This fresh and fruity wine offers touches of apricot and a depth of richness. It's beautifully bright and crisp, with lively acidity and a final lemon crispness on the close.",,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Latour-Martillac 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-martillac-2010-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Latour-Martillac 14.6,Red,US,"Made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with a splash of Sangiovese, this super Tuscan-style blend is powerful in every respect. It shows massively concentrated blackberry and crème de cassis flavors, with notes of dark chocolate and spices. The oak is rich and toasty, the tannins thick but as soft as silk, and the acidity lively enough to give all this richness a racy hit. Best enjoyed now and over the next 2–3 years for sheer Napa exuberance.",La Castellana,68,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Castello di Amorosa 2008 La Castellana Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-amorosa-2008-castellana-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Castello di Amorosa ,Red,Italy,"Sometimes an annata Brunello can score higher than the riserva expression from the same vintage. With that extra year of aging, the ripe fruit on the already very plump and fruity 2007 vintage has dropped a tiny notch in intensity. But the elegance, balance and complexity of the wine remains the same.",Riserva,120,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castelgiocondo 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelgiocondo-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Castelgiocondo 14,Red,Argentina,"Get prepared for another star wine from this Patagonian winery. Fresh berry, graphite, cola and toasty aromas lead to a big and smooth palate with supercharged black fruit, herb, toast and mocha flavors. It's spicy, dry, balanced and not the least bit out of shape. No matter how you cut it, this is an excellent Argentine Malbec to drink now through 2020.",,130,93,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 2010 Malbec (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-noemia-patagonia-2010-malbec-rio-negro-valley/,Malbec,2010,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Brunello riserva presents an interesting juxtaposition between its brawny, masculine mouthfeel and the crispness of the acidity that brightens the long finish. In between are attractive tones of cherry, leather, tobacco and spice. The wine would make an excellent companion to pasta and wild boar sauce.",Riserva,60,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Velona 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/velona-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,La Velona 14.1,Red,US,"A rich, earthy Pinot bright in red and blue fruit and an herbal note in the distance, Londer's estate-grown Pinot is a marriage of site, style and vintage. Lightly textured with soft edges and complexity to spare, it should pair well with bacon and goat cheese quiche.",Estate Grown,48,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Londer 2009 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/londer-2009-estate-grown-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Londer ,Red,France,"Continuing the great improvements at this estate, this 2010 is firm and solidly tannic, showing severity. As a contrast, it also shows acidity and black currant fruits that offer weight and richness. A balanced wine with a good future.",,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Olivier 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-olivier-2010-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Olivier ,Sparkling,France,"Very mineral in style, a blend of Chardonnay from Avize, Cramant and Vertus. Crisp, dry, tight and packed with citrus. It's an impressively mineral wine, bringing out all the character of the chalk soil of Champagne's Côte des Blancs.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Larmandier-Bernier NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larmandier-bernier-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Larmandier-Bernier 15,Red,Italy,"The folks at Tenuta Vitanza have always shown a deft hand when it comes to crafting intense and dense Brunellos. This expression shows that trademark extraction followed by pretty aromas of dark cherry, tobacco and prune. But there's also a drying touch of dusty mineral that gives the wine elegance and finesse.",Riserva,80,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Vitanza 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-vitanza-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Tenuta Vitanza 14.5,Red,Italy,"There's a freshness to the mouthfeel of this wine that suggests it has many years to go in order to continue its cellaring evolution. Bright cherry aromas are followed by tones of wet earth, red rose, leather and tobacco. Drink after 2018.",Riserva,140,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta di Sesta 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sesta-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Tenuta di Sesta ,Red,Italy,"This young riserva needs a few more years of cellar aging before it reaches its peak drinking window. It opens with bright fruit tones and blackberry followed by spice, leather and moist pipe tobacco. The tight tannins and bright acidity will evolve with time.",Val di Suga Riserva,,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenimenti Angelini 2007 Val di Suga Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-angelini-2007-val-suga-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Tenimenti Angelini 14.5,Red,US,"An ambitious Cabernet that's part of Raymond's program of highlighting individual appellations within Napa Valley. This wine is delicious, exhibiting rich, deep flavors of black currants with tasteful accents of oak. While it's fine to drink now, the tannins and long finish suggest up to eight years in the cellar will be beneficial.",District Collection,75,93,California,Napa,St. Helena,Raymond 2009 District Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2009-district-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Raymond ,Red,France,"A rich, chocolaty wine, with the structure right up front. Under the same ownership as Château Montrose, this is a wine that reveals all its attractions early with sweet blackberry fruit and powerful tannins. There is some freshness as well, giving fruitiness and acidity at the end.",,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Tronquoy-Lalande 2010 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tronquoy-lalande-2010-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tronquoy-Lalande 15,Red,Italy,"This bright Brunello delivers slightly thorny aromas of bramble and forest floor followed by smoother fruit tones of cherry and cassis. The intensity is big, but not overdone and the wine offer a fine quality to its tannins with a touch of chopped menthol herb on the close.",Riserva,180,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Cupano 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cupano-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Cupano 14,Red,Italy,"This riserva shows beautifully balanced notes of black fruit and spice that contrast each other seamlessly. In the mouth, the wine is elegant and fine without being too powerful or sense.",Lombrone Riserva,75,93,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Collemassari 2007 Lombrone Riserva (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collemassari-2007-lombrone-riserva-sangiovese-montecucco/,Sangiovese,2007,Collemassari 15,Red,Italy,"This riserva delivers savory aromas of cured meat, leather and rum cake followed by fresh berry tones of cherry and wild blackberry. The complexity is excellent and the wine finishes with bright acidity and fine tannins.",Franci Riserva,160,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tassi 2007 Franci Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tassi-2007-franci-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Tassi 14.5,Red,US,"This is a dark, deep, big wine that's tannic and dry, with huge stuffing. Packed on the midpalate with blackberry jam, currant, chocolate and cedar flavors, it finishes in a delicious swirl of spices. Defines the modern style of Napa Cabernet: powerful, elegant and impressive. Drink now–2020.",,90,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,PerryMoore 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrymoore-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,PerryMoore 14.5,Red,Italy,"Black cherry and berry flavors fill the balanced mouth of this riserva. There's a lot of life in this wine and it will age slowly over the years. The freshness is bright and cleansing, and the tannins tends toward a fine and dusty quality.",Riserva,90,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fuligni 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fuligni-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Fuligni 14,Red,Italy,"This pretty Brunello riserva shows elegant tones of candied fruit, prune, leather, rum cake and dried rosemary. The wine is smooth and fine, with silky tannins and a elegantly aged quality. Don't wait too long to drink this wine.",Riserva gli Angeli,65,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Gerla 2007 Riserva gli Angeli (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerla-2007-riserva-gli-angeli-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,La Gerla 14.5,Red,Italy,"From the Antinori family estate in Montalcino, this new riserva shows a concentrated mouthfeel brimming with dark fruit followed by cherry, tobacco, leather, cigar box and pressed red-rose petals. The acidity is perfectly balanced and the wine feels soft and lush on the palate.",Pian delle Vigne Vignaferrovia Riserva,125,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Marchesi Antinori 2007 Pian delle Vigne Vignaferrovia Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2007-pian-delle-vigne-vignaferrovia-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Marchesi Antinori 14.5,Red,Spain,"Astrales, one of Ribera's best wineries, bottled a structured, serious wine in 2009. Aromas of coconut, asphalt, cola and gritty black fruits set up a palate with oaky, dark, spicy flavors of blackberry, tire rubber and mild herbal accents. Oak and char define the finish on this potent, modern-style Tempranillo. Drink now through 2022.",,70,93,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Astrales 2009 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astrales-2009-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2009,Astrales ,Red,France,"The second wine of Château Palmer is a rich, floral, smooth and perfumed wine. It has layers of dark plums and almost sweet acidity, with tannins that are buried in the voluptuous palate. The finish shows intense black currant acidity.",Alter Ego de Château Palmer,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Palmer 2010 Alter Ego de Château Palmer (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-palmer-2010-alter-ego-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Palmer ,White,France,"A fine combination of wood and ripe, tropical fruits lead to a crisp, fruity more herbaceous core. There is a great balance between this richness and citrus herbaceousness. It will certainly age several years.",Pavillon Blanc de Château Margaux,,93,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Margaux 2010 Pavillon Blanc de Château Margaux (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2010-pavillon-blanc-chateau-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Margaux ,Red,France,"Juicy black currant fruit mingles with bright acidity and dark-chocolate tannins. This often overlooked château, with the same production team as Lafite-Rothschild, has an intense and concentrated 2010, balanced superbly between firmness and fruitiness.",,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Duhart-Milon 2010 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-duhart-milon-2010-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Duhart-Milon 15,Red,Italy,"There's a lot going on in the glass here. This bright riserva opens with tangy notes of tobacco, cherry liqueur, spice, black olive, forest floor and oak-driven accents of vanilla and clove. At this young stage, the wine is still slightly astringent, but the tannins will soften with time.",Riserva,70,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Capanne Ricci 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capanne-ricci-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Capanne Ricci 14.8,Red,South Africa,"This stunning wine is still quite young and shut-down on the nose, taking its time in the glass to truly begin to open up. Once it does, scents of licorice root, chicory, cassis and black plum fill the bouquet. The mouthfeel is bold and powerful, with gripping tannins that coat the palate and support the dense black-fruit core. Accents of black-tea leaves and sweet spice grace the long finish. Drink 2014–2018.",Series C,84,93,Paarl,,,Vilafonté 2009 Series C Red (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vilafonte-2009-series-c-red-paarl/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Vilafonté 12,Sparkling,France,"The attractive half bottle means this vintage wine can age more quickly than the same wine in a full bottle. It's already hinting at maturity with touches of cookie and toast flavors. There is still a fresh apple and citrus streak that gives a steel, mineral thrust at the end.",Femme de Champagne Grand Cru Brut,65,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Duval-Leroy 2004 Femme de Champagne Grand Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duval-leroy-2004-femme-champagne-grand-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2004,Duval-Leroy 14,Red,Argentina,"While Argentine Malbecs aren't textbook cellaring wines, this one has enough spirit, tannin and structure to benefit from a few years on its side. Now, it's lush on the nose, with ripe berry, pencil eraser, vanilla and marzipan aromas. The palate is chewy but well built, with dense blackberry, cassis, coconut and chocolate flavors. On the finish, things only intensify. Will be at its best around 2015–2016.",Gran Las Divas Vineyard,32,93,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Riglos 2010 Gran Las Divas Vineyard Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riglos-2010-gran-las-divas-vineyard-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2010,Riglos 14.9,Red,US,"The trick to a successful Zinfandel is to capture the grape's briary, brambly rusticity and lend it elegance and balance. This wine succeeds at that task. It's kind of a field blend with 25% of the wine made from what the winemaker calls “mixed blacks.” Whatever the varieties are, the wine is smooth, rich and delicious, showing complex wild berry, mocha, licorice, baking spice and sandalwood flavors. Should easily hold its own over the next 10 years.",Old Hill Single Vineyard,60,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ravenswood 2010 Old Hill Single Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2010-old-hill-single-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Ravenswood 15,Red,Italy,There's a pristine quality to this wine that allows the focus to remain on the excellent quality of fruit on display here. That purity continues to the palate where the wine boasts bright acidity and finely polished tannins.,Riserva,80,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Citille di Sopra 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/citille-sopra-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Citille di Sopra 14.1,White,US,"Acidity marks this bone dry, tightly wound and young Chardonnay. It's quite ripe in orange, pear, apricot and nectarine fruit, with an elegant mouthfeel. Give it some airing before serving, and it should drink well over the next 5–6 years.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,43,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Bien Nacido 2010 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bien-nacido-2010-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Bien Nacido 14.5,Red,Italy,"Tenuta la Fuga (from Tenute Folonari) shows the best of the 2008 vintage with dark fruit nuances of candied fruit, rum cake, pomegranate juice, cassis and blackberry. You'll also find polished mineral nuances, cola, ginger and Spanish cedar. It shows intensity in the mouth, firm tannins and bright acidity. Cellar this wine 10 years.",,67,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta La Fuga 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-fuga-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Tenuta La Fuga ,Sparkling,France,"Produced from ungrafted Chardonnay planted on sandy soil to escape phylloxera. Based on the 2000 vintage, the wine has a rich, mature feel, very pure in character along with a touch of minerality. Crisp, with citrusy acidity giving a fine, bright aftertaste.",Les Vignes d'Antan Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut,,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Tarlant NV Les Vignes d'Antan Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarlant-nv-vignes-dantan-blanc-blancs-extra-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Tarlant 14.5,Red,Italy,"This riserva stands apart for its elegance. The 2007 vintage tends to show more round fruit and softness than other editions from Montalcino; here, the producer has successfully been able to highlight the wine's natural freshness and the many nuances of raspberry, cherry cola and dried ginger that you taste on the finish.",Riserva,100,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Lorenzo 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-lorenzo-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,San Lorenzo 16,Red,Italy,"This riserva stands out for the intensity and purity of its characteristic Brunello aromas. There's dark cherry, dried rose petal, cured meat, tobacco, black pepper and cigar box. The mouthfeel is polished, tight and elegant thanks to the streamlined nature of the tannins.",Campogiovanni Il Quercione Riserva,130,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Felice 2007 Campogiovanni Il Quercione Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-felice-2007-campogiovanni-il-quercione-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,San Felice 15,Red,Italy,"Brawny tones of oak spice, milled pepper, eucalyptus, hummus and Bengay are followed by a delicate touch of menthol freshness. Balsam notes of dried rosemary and ginger are divine. Give this wine a few minutes in your glass and a few years in the cellar to evolve even further.",Podere Bellarina,60,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenute Niccolai 2008 Podere Bellarina (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-niccolai-2008-podere-bellarina-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Tenute Niccolai 14.5,Red,Italy,"Like most of the Brunellos from this estate, Signature opens with dark, inky concentration and vibrant tones of dark cherry, blackberry preserves, red rose, leather and spice. There's a touch of ripeness to the fruit and the wine shows a spot of sweet fruits on the close. But the fresh acidity and tight structure holds the wine high.",Signature,60,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Vitanza 2007 Signature (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-vitanza-2007-signature-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Tenuta Vitanza 15,Red,Italy,"This bold and beautiful riserva shows a modern touch of ripe fruit and spice that drives the wine smoothly over the palate. An array of delicate aromas appear on the backend, including vibrant cherry, cigar box, pomegranate, cassis and lingering notes of smoky tobacco. This is a muscular and intriguing wine from a producer worth watching.",Riserva,94,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Máté 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mate-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Máté 14.5,Red,Italy,"Siro Pacenti hits the nail on the head with a wine that is concentrated and rich, but elegant and fresh at the same time. Fleshy extraction is supported by black cherry, licorice, rum cake, leather and spice. The wine's natural freshness offsets that fruity richness and drives a long, smooth finish. Drink after 2016.",,85,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Siro Pacenti 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siro-pacenti-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Siro Pacenti ,Red,France,"This is a hugely rich wine with great black-plum fruit flavors. It's powerfully concentrated, densely tannic, solid and chunky.",,135,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Le Carré 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-carre-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Le Carré 14,Red,Italy,"La Poderina is a beautiful, well-managed estate that playfully straddles both a traditional and modern approach to Brunello. Thick black fruit aromas and tangy spice give the wine a soft and opulent first impression. But the firm tannins and bright acidity remind you of its deep Tuscan roots.",,59,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Poderina 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderina-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Poderina 14.7,Red,US,"Gloriously rich and decadently drinkable, but oh-so tannic. The fruit is dazzlingly good, flooding the mouth with the essence of ripe cherries, raspberries, mocha and red plums, while oak adds even richer notes. Somehow, the wine finishes dry and clean. But those tannins are sticky. Cellar it until 2015 or so.",,85,93,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Hunnicutt 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunnicutt-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Hunnicutt ,White,France,"A delicate, classically textured white wine, this is a pure combination of apricot and lemon fruits with crisp, delicious acidity despite the wood aging. A great success in its restrained style, this should age well.",,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Carbonnieux 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carbonnieux-2010-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Carbonnieux ,Red,France,"Big, dusty tannins are forward on this firmly structured wine. Very dense in its character and style, serious and dark, it will develop slowly as its more juicy side begins to show through.",,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Carbonnieux 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carbonnieux-2010-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Carbonnieux ,Red,France,"This is a fine, beautifully controlled wine. Its dark black currant fruits and firm dense texture are restrained, stylish and delicious. At the same time, the fruits offer a smooth, juicy aftertaste. Keep for 6–7 years.",,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de Fieuzal 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fieuzal-2010-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Fieuzal 14.5,Red,Italy,"Cupano delivers an ace card in 2008 with its Brunello that has seemingly defied all the difficulties of the vintage. The wine is elegant and complex, with pretty layers of dried fruit, leather, tobacco, spice and dark chocolate. The acidity frames the brightness of the fruit and the mouthfeel is long and plush. Drink after 2018.",,130,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Cupano 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cupano-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Cupano 15,Red,Italy,"Brunello Tenuta Nuova opens with inky dark consistency and immediate aromas of old spice, leather, toasted oak and dried fruit that pop right out of the glass. Dark licorice and espresso add to the overall complexity. There's a touch of sweet spice on the close with ripe, chewy tannins.",Tenuta Nuova,80,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casanova di Neri 2008 Tenuta Nuova (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casanova-neri-2008-tenuta-nuova-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Casanova di Neri ,Red,Italy,"The wines from this estate, located on the lower slopes of Montalcino, show excellent consistent in quality, year after year. Aromas include cherry, blueberry, cassis, cola, ginger and tobacco. Good flavor intensity drives a long, rich finish.",Val di Suga Vigna Spuntali,106,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenimenti Angelini 2007 Val di Suga Vigna Spuntali (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-angelini-2007-val-suga-vigna-spuntali-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Tenimenti Angelini 15,Red,Italy,"There's a touch of milk chocolate that gives the bouquet a soft and opulent feel. The bouquet opens to cherry, leather, spice, dried herbs and other delicate aromas that evolve and change with time. The wine is fresh and structured in the mouth.",Riserva,92,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fornacina 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fornacina-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Fornacina 14.9,Red,US,"This wine showcases everything great about Napa Valley Cabernet. It's dry, smoothly tannic and awesomely rich, offering tiers of black currants, licorice, dark chocolate, cedar and baking spice flavors. The texture is pure, fine and satiny. Just a joy to drink now, but will develop bottle nuance over the next decade.",Blend 26,125,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,B Cellars 2009 Blend 26 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2009-blend-26-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,B Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"When it comes to sheer deliciousness, this wine nails it. Comprised of 99% Cabernet Sauvig-non, with just a drop of Petit Verdot, it offers wave after- heady wave of black currants and blackberry jam. What truly distinguishes the wine is the overall balance. The tannins are beautiful, the acidity fine and the oak perfectly integrated.",,75,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Altvs 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altvs-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Altvs ,Red,France,"A juicy and fruity wine that's sustained by attractive tannins, giving both freshness and a balance of structure. The bright acidity lifts the wine while the tannins promise future aging. The wine is stylish, almost understated, but likely to develop impressively.",,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Pavie Macquin 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pavie-macquin-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Pavie Macquin ,White,France,"A fruity, ripe wine with lemon and pineapple flavors alongside a fine tang of citrus. It's beautifully marked with wood aging to give a rounded, rich mouthfeel. It also has the texture to mellow into a more nuanced wine in 4–5 years.",,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Malartic-Lagravière 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malartic-lagraviere-2010-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Malartic-Lagravière 15,Red,US,"This is a wine of power and heft, a classic example of its vineyard and of modern Cabernet. It's almost a food group in itself, offering tiers of black currants, dark chocolate, roasted meat, violets, minerals, cedar and spices. The tannins are profoundly youthful, giving the wine a hard jacket of astringency. Anticipated maturity is around 2018.",Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard,150,94,California,Napa,Oakville,PerryMoore 2008 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrymoore-2008-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,PerryMoore 15.5,Red,Italy,"La Fortuna's riserva shows a touch of sweetness on the nose with aromas of plump cherry, melted chocolate, exotic spice and fragrant blue flower. In the mouth, Sangiovese Grosso's natural austerity and freshness brings out the wine's nuanced complexity and long persistency.",Riserva,79,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Fortuna 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortuna-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,La Fortuna 14.4,Red,US,"Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, with some Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, this is the winery's best Bordeaux-style wine to date. It's dry, smooth and utterly delicious, with herb-infused blackberry jam, mocha and sandalwood flavors. The mouthfeel is joyously addictive. Although it's certainly- fine now, it should contine to improve for at least a dozen years.",Vintage Reserve,80,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gundlach Bundschu 2009 Vintage Reserve Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-2009-vintage-reserve-red-sonoma-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Gundlach Bundschu ,Sparkling,France,"A full, rich, ripe wine with a contrasting distinct mineral character. Acidity, a fresh lemongrass flavor and a tight texture gives this wine complexity. There is a touch of toastiness, lending a notion of balance between total freshness and maturity.",Terre de Vertus Premier Cru,,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Larmandier-Bernier 2007 Terre de Vertus Premier Cru (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larmandier-bernier-2007-terre-vertus-premier-cru-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2007,Larmandier-Bernier 14.5,Red,Italy,"Nicely balanced and assembled, this bright riserva opens with plump dark fruit, leather, tobacco, smoke and barbecue sauce. The wine shows a large, cheerful personality with polished tannins and lingering endnotes of spice and dark chocolate.",Le Lucére Riserva,120,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Filippo di Giannelli 2007 Le Lucére Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-filippo-giannelli-2007-le-lucere-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,San Filippo di Giannelli 14.4,Red,US,"Another superb Cinq Cépages. A blend of all five classic Bordeaux grape varieties-, but based on Cabernet Sauvignon, it is both immediately pleasurable and intensely complex. Waves of black currants, dark chocolate, green olives, licorice and toasty oak roll across the palate, wrapped into firm, dusty tannins. Very good now but should develop further over the next 8–10 years. Easy to find, with 5,500 cases produced.",Cinq Cépages,75,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2009 Cinq Cépages Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2009-cinq-cepages-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Chateau St. Jean 14.5,Red,US,"Dazzling with silky richness, this wine is so delicious, you can't help but to fall in love with it. Tantalizing with waves of raspberry and cherry pie, ripe persimmon, mocha, red licorice and smoky oak flavors that finish long and satisfying. The balance of acids and tannins is just about perfect. Calling all steaks for the perfect pairing.",Maboroshi Vineyard,50,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2010 Maboroshi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2010-maboroshi-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,De Loach 15,Red,Italy,"Polished and tight, this riserva opens with delicate berry tones backed by tobacco and tangy spice. The wine's personality is elegant and austere with a touch of playful sweet-cherry fruit on the mid palate. Give it 5–10 more years to continue its evolution.",Riserva,,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fanti 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fanti-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Fanti 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's another gorgeous riserva from the 2007 vintage that opens with inky dark concentration and wonderfully intense aromas of blackberry, cherry, tobacco and cigar box. The wine feels elegant and smooth on the palate with enough pulp to give it momentum and staying power. It shows a pretty menthol finish as well.",Riserva,110,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Cava d'Onice 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cava-donice-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Cava d'Onice ,Red,Italy,"Castello Romitorio has been showing impressive results the last five years or so. This Riserva opens with opulent, dark concentration and bright aromas of dark cherry, leather, tobacco and spice. There's a dusty mineral shading at the back and with a long-lasting finish.",Riserva,116,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Romitorio 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-romitorio-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Castello Romitorio 14,Red,Italy,"This is a modern and deeply layered Brunello with soft cherry and tobacco aromas backed by chocolate, cookie dough, caramel, licorice and even a touch of dusty white pepper. The chewy pulpiness of the fruit is very attractive, giving the wine extra intensity and softness in the mouth.",Riserva,79,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Terralsole 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terralsole-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Terralsole 14.5,Red,Italy,"A wine made in dedication from a loving wife to her husband, Andretta opens with dark concentration and generous aromas of dark licorice, cherry fruit, leather, tobacco, teriyaki and spice. The inky color is dark and daunting, but the wine is actually more nuanced and elegant than you'd expect, with balanced acidity and fine tannins.",Andretta,60,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Vitanza 2007 Andretta (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-vitanza-2007-andretta-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Tenuta Vitanza 14,Red,Italy,"This riserva shows bright cherry fruit and enough natural freshness to guarantee successful cellar aging. Prune, plum, spice and leather give way to dark concentration and richness. On the close, the wine delivers loads of cherry, licorice and menthol nuances.",Riserva,55,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Molino di Sant'Antimo 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/molino-santantimo-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Molino di Sant'Antimo 15,Red,US,"This wine shows its warm, sunny Napa origins through its incredible concentration of fruit. Don't look for subtlety here. It's the power of blackberries, currants and chocolate that impresses, as well as the penetrating quality of the tannins. Will age beautifully over the next 12–15 years, but it's so good now, you might be tempted to pop the cork.",Stagecoach Vineyard,100,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,PerryMoore 2008 Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrymoore-2008-stagecoach-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,PerryMoore 15,Red,US,"A poster child for today's- cult-style Napa wine, this Cabernet Sauvignon contains a splash of Petit Verdot. It's deliriously rich and extracted with black currants, graphite and cedar wrapped into the smoothest tannins Napa can yield. Nothing subtle here, just tiers of complexity, power and sheer lusciousness. Drink now–2020.",Paradii,125,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,PerryMoore 2008 Paradii Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrymoore-2008-paradii-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,PerryMoore ,Red,Italy,"Here's a home run from one of the best producers in Montalcino. With sun drenched, sea-facing vineyards (this is one of the only spots where you can see the shimmering Mediterranean from Montalcino), this dense riserva doles out lingering flavors of spice, cherry, leather and tobacco. The acidity is perfectly balanced against the wine's soft fruit.",Riserva,140,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Antico 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-antico-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Poggio Antico 14,Red,Italy,"This beautiful riserva offers bright aromas of ginger, cola, dried mint, forest berry and cassis. The wine is bright and lively, with dusty tannins and balanced acidity. Overall, the wine shows incredibly clean and polished characteristics that linger long on the palate.",Riserva,58,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Collelceto 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collelceto-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Collelceto 14,Red,Italy,"Riserva La Poderina presents an impenetrable wall of aromatic intensity with dark concentration and lovely density in the mouth. You'll recognize dark fruit, polished mineral, leather, tobacco and powdered spice notes. The wine lasts long on the palate, driven by its bold structure.",Poggio Abate Riserva,79,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Poderina 2007 Poggio Abate Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderina-2007-poggio-abate-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,La Poderina 15,Red,US,"A flashy wine—dry and rich and dense— that manages to be drinkable now, yet also ageable. The flamboyant black currant, chocolate, spice and oak flavors are delicious, and while the tannins are pretty strong, they're finely ground, giving the wine a nice grittiness. This blend will age well through 2020.",Generations,115,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2009 Generations Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2009-generations-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Raymond 15.2,Red,Argentina,"This lush, modern Malbec explodes with power then simmers with complexities. Opaque in color, the bouquet issues intense blackberry, lemon peel, graphite and toast aromas. In the mouth, it's full but not flabby, and then comes an avalanche of black-fruit flavors matched by notes of spice cake, molasses, pepper and mocha. It's warm, toasty and full of licorice on the finish. A superb wine to drink now through 2018.",Bramare,44,94,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Cobos 2010 Bramare Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cobos-2010-bramare-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2010,Viña Cobos 14.5,Red,US,"Insanely delicious, this is sex in a bottle. Velvety, silky tannins and vibrant acidity carry voluptuous flavors of raspberry tart, mocha, cola, licorice, and sandalwood that go on and on into a long, spicy finish. Should hold in the bottle for quite a while, but you really want to drink this lovely, tiny production Pinot before 2015 to enjoy its freshness.",,,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Coup de Foudre 2010 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coup-foudre-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Coup de Foudre ,Red,France,"Powerful, yet beautiful and smoothly structured. It has ripe, rich fruits, spice and sweet acidity. As a contrast, there is a dense core of tannins where the wine shows some severity and youth.",Les Forts de Latour,,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Latour 2010 Les Forts de Latour (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-2010-forts-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Latour ,Red,France,"This second wine of Château Ausone is powerful, dominated by firmly tannic wood-aged Merlot. The wine also has an intense, juicy fruitiness and hints of spiced wood cake.",La Chapelle d'Ausone,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Ausone 2010 La Chapelle d'Ausone (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ausone-2010-la-chapelle-dausone-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Ausone 14,Red,Italy,"This impressive Brunello Riserva opens with an inky, garnet color, gorgeous aromatic intensity and bright tones of red cherry, licorice, rum cake and menthol. The wine feels tight and silky in the mouth with great purity and a long, polished feel. The wine can be cellared or consumed in two to three years from now.",Riserva,80,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Brunelli Martoccia 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brunelli-martoccia-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Brunelli Martoccia 13.5,Red,US,"Winemaker Gustavo Gonzalez left Robert Mondavi to do his own thing, and what an auspicious start. He's taken fruit from this historic Carneros vineyard and crafted a big and bold yet balanced Pinot filled with lusciousness. The flavors are enormously complex, ranging from fresh raspberry jam and cranberries to red currants and persimmons. Earthy cola, mushroom and forest floor notes add complexity. The acid-tannin balance is just about perfect. Good as it is, this compelling Pinot should develop well over the next six years.",Stanly Ranch,42,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mira 2010 Stanly Ranch Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mira-2010-stanly-ranch-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Mira 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a vibrant and etched Brunello riserva that opens with a dark, inky color and pretty aromas of dark fruit and plum followed by tobacco and spice. The wine leaves a large and long-lasting impression in the mouth with bright acidity and delicate nuances of crushed stone and white pepper on the close. Drink after 2018.",Riserva,95,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Podere Brizio 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-brizio-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Podere Brizio ,Red,Italy,"This is a meaty and masculine wine that is ready to drink now or within the next two to three years. It shows tight yet savory aromas of cured meat and spice followed by dried berry and cassis. The tannins are silky and polished, and there's a flash of extra power and flavor intensity on the finish.",Riserva,130,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Conti Costanti 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-costanti-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Conti Costanti 14.5,Red,France,"Both rich and dense, this wine shows the ripeness of the Merlot in 2010. It has firm fruit, touches of dark chocolate and licorice. With its concentration, this small vineyard is now in good form, producing ageworthy wines.",,169,94,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Providence 2010 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-providence-2010-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Providence 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a lovely wine with savory notes of spice and leather backed by clean berry freshness and bright menthol. The wine is dark and sophisticated with a generous mouthfeel and soft, velvety tannins. It shows a brawny, masculine personality that would pair well with game hen with black truffle.",Riserva,75,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Collosorbo 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collosorbo-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Collosorbo ,Red,France,"This chunky, fruity wine is full bodied and rich. It shows all the structure and weight of the vintage allied to ripe black fruits and a dense texture edged with minerality. Still very firm and youthful, it will need many years to mature.",,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos Fourtet 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-fourtet-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Clos Fourtet 14.5,Red,South Africa,"A layered and complex wine, the 2009 Fusion V is one remarkable selection that's delicious now, although it certainly shows the stuffing to age well for another three to five years, at least. Forward sweet-oak notes marry harmoniously with black-fruit aromas on the nose. The robust, dense palate offers ripe flavors of cassis, blackberry and plum, with accents of leather, tobacco and licorice that linger long into the finish. Chewy, gripping tannins provide a firm structure, framing the full fruit flavors.",Fusion V,50,94,Stellenbosch,,,De Toren 2009 Fusion V Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toren-2009-fusion-v-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,De Toren 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is an impressive riserva Brunello that shows a drinking window of 10 years or more. It feels tight and elegant, with a fine quality of fruit and bright acidity. It delivers a steady stream of cherry fruit, cassis, cola and leather-like aromas with a long, polished finish. What it lacks in richness, it makes up for in persistency and elegance.",Riserva,110,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Mannella 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mannella-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,La Mannella 14.8,Red,US,"The latest entrant into the Napa Cabernet sweepstakes succeeds with this flashy wine. Made from grapes grown in the warm Vaca Hills east of the Silverado Trail, this wine impresses immediately with aromatics of black currants, mocha and lightly toasted French oak. In the mouth, it's pure Cabernet pleasure, with soft, compelling tannins and fine acidity. It's a dramatic wine that should develop well over the next 10 years, if not longer. This is a winery to watch.",Three Twins Vineyard,85,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stone The Crows 2010 Three Twins Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stone-crows-2010-three-twins-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Stone The Crows ,Sparkling,France,"Equal parts Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, this is a powerfully rich wine based on the 1998 and 1997 vintage. It is full, packed with citrus, peach and apricot flavors mingling with a beautiful, generous creamy texture. This is a glorious Champagne, a worthy homage to Louis Tarlant who pioneered the family's Champagne in the early 20th century.",Hommage à Louis Tarlant Brut,,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Tarlant NV Hommage à Louis Tarlant Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarlant-nv-hommage-a-louis-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Tarlant ,Red,France,"Austere and severe, this single-vineyard wine is very much a product of its limestone terroir. It has a mineral intensity that pushes through the tannins and black currant fruit, giving a powerful, dark character. Firm and structured, this is a wine for the long term.",,200,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Les Astéries 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/asteries-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Les Astéries ,Red,Italy,"Here's a beautiful interpretation from the 2008 vintage that shows balance, harmony and intensity all zipped up into one tight package. That seamless integration, followed by rich extraction, gives the wine momentum overall. Although this is a different wine from past vintages, the quality is just as high. Hold 5–10 years.",,65,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Uccelliera 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/uccelliera-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Uccelliera ,Red,France,"Continuing its impressive series of wines, this red from Malartic-Lagravière has all the structure and density of the vintage, packed with plum and black currant fruits. The acidity is almost sweet in its richness, blending easily into the dark texture. Age for many years.",,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Malartic-Lagravière 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malartic-lagraviere-2010-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Malartic-Lagravière ,Red,France,"A solid and dense wine, showing the big improvements at this château. It hovers deliciously between acidity and ripe, forward fruit. The touch of smokiness from the wood aging goes with the fragrant, juicy black cherry and berry fruits. The wine will certainly age over many years.",,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Beausejour-Duffau-Lagarrosse 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beausejour-duffau-lagarrosse-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Beausejour-Duffau-Lagarrosse 14.5,Red,Italy,"This riserva Brunello delivers a dark and masculine approach with brawny aromas of cured meat, spice, black fruit and prune. Both the density and persistency are impressive and the wine ends with inky concentration and finely textured tannins.",Riserva,100,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Canalicchio di Sopra 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canalicchio-sopra-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Canalicchio di Sopra ,Red,France,"This is a big and smoky wine that's very concentrated. It shows both the power and the structure of the vintage, as well as balances fresh, fragrant fruit. Dry tannins and the dusty texture are finely integrated into a wine that layers wood, intense acidity and great long-term potential.",,130,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Vieux Château Mazerat 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieux-chateau-mazerat-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Vieux Château Mazerat ,Red,France,"Powerful, complex and ripe, this is a magnificent and concentrated wine. Juicy blackberry fruits, tight acidity and finely integrated tannins give a smooth, rich texture. This beautiful wine has long-term aging potential.",,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Canon 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canon-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Canon 14.5,Red,Italy,"Riserva Poggio alle Mura really delivers the goods with a dark garnet appearance and huge aromatic intensity that comes forth as dried fruit, cassis, prune, cola, ginger, cedar and licorice. The wine shows complexity and balance with endnotes of sweet spice and dark berry. This is a rich, plush and velvety Brunello that will be ready to drink in just a few brief years.",Poggio alle Mura Riserva,,95,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Banfi 2007 Poggio alle Mura Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2007-poggio-alle-mura-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Castello Banfi 14.5,Red,France,"A majestic wine, grand in every sense. It has weight, the firmest of tannins and an immense sense of structure. This neighbor of Château Pétrus is firmly dense, showing both the fruits and the tannins in balance. Give this wine at least 10 years in the cellar.",,398,95,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Fleur-Pétrus 2010 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-petrus-2010-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Fleur-Pétrus ,Red,France,"A powerful and complex wine from an estate performing on its top form. Solid tannins, layers of wood and dark fruits combine to give a wine that offers both richness and a dense structure. This Haut-Bailly should age impressively and for many years.",,160,95,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Bailly 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bailly-2010-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Haut-Bailly ,Red,France,"A big, complex wine from this continually improving property, this is now performing at its classed-growth level with concentrated ripe berry fruits and chocolate flavors. The wood aging is still showing through and needs time to integrate better, but as it does, this will be a great wine.",,375,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Bélair-Monange 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belair-monange-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Bélair-Monange 15,Red,Spain,"This Toro wine is a mindblower. The nose is exemplary: it bursts with smooth, rooty aromas of licorice, kirsch and roasted black plum. The palate is huge and tannic but luxurious, and the flavors of tobacco, cedar, lemon peel, spice and black fruit set up a finish with espresso, black cherry and a wall of tannins. Drink now through 2018.",Termanthia,200,95,Northern Spain,Toro,,Numanthia 2009 Termanthia (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/numanthia-termes-sl-2009-termanthia-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2009,Numanthia 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This wine is sourced from two parcels, one planted in the 1930s and the other in the 1950s. The low dosage is possible because of the concentration and ripeness of the fruit, resulting in a sophisticated, balanced and rich wine with a lemon zest flavor, a tight, mineral texture, and a crisp finish.",Vieilles Vignes de Cramant Grand Cru,90,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Larmandier-Bernier 2006 Vieilles Vignes de Cramant Grand Cru Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larmandier-bernier-2006-vieilles-vignes-cramant-grand-cru-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2006,Larmandier-Bernier ,Red,France,"Firm and closed, this is a wine with so much power and concentration. It also has beautiful fruit, smooth and opulent, that merges into the complex tannins and brooding, dark structure. It will take many years for this wine to open up.",,,95,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Domaine de Chevalier 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevalier-2010-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine de Chevalier 14,Red,Italy,"Castello Banfi delivers a sophisticated and elegant expression with pretty highlights of dark fruit, cassis, crushed spice and even a dusting of black pepper. This classy riserva delivers dark concentration, polished tannins, balanced acidity and long fruit-driven persistency. Best in 5–10 years.",Poggio all'Oro Riserva,150,95,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Banfi 2007 Poggio all'Oro Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2007-poggio-alloro-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Castello Banfi ,Red,France,"A great wine, packed with black currant fruits, sweet tannins and beautiful acidity. Made by the team at Léoville las Cases, this wine reveals an elegant, restrained structure, ripe and delicious fruit and a darker, tighter texture for aging.",,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Clos du Marquis 2010 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-marquis-2010-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Clos du Marquis ,Red,France,"This is a complex and rich wine dominated by superripe fruit. It is a wine of extremes, of fruit, of dark tannins allied to some bitterness from the black chocolate extract. Ripe plums and sweet black fruits are given a lift at the end with bright acidity.",,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos d'Estournel 2010 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-destournel-2010-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Cos d'Estournel ,Red,France,"A big, bold, ripe wine with firm tannins and dark, solid fruits. The wine has acidity coming from the black currant flavors. Continuing the impressive quality of wines from La Gaffelière, it has weight and a rich feel to it, along with a tight, mineral final texture. This is a wine that is elegant as well as powerful.",,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Gaffelière 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaffeliere-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Gaffelière 15.4,Red,US,"An outstanding Cabernet that shows its pedigreed origin in every respect. The aroma is profound with black currants, flavors deep and concentrated, and tannins as smooth and complex as Napa can produce. So beautiful now, it's hard to resist drinking it, but this lovely wine should improve for a decade, slowly developing in the bottle.",Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard,165,95,California,Napa,Oakville,B Cellars 2009 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2009-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,B Cellars 15.1,Red,US,"This Dr. Crane vineyard has really rocked in recent vintages. Enormously rich and deep, with a fabulous compaction of black currant, dark chocolate, baking spice and cedar flavors. There's an interesting grilled meatiness, like the charred fat on a great steak, and lots of new oak, but it's perfectly integrated. The smoky, toasty barrel notes are perfect companions to the fruit's power. Drink this 100% Cab now and over the next 12–15 years.",Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard,145,95,California,Napa,St. Helena,B Cellars 2009 Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2009-beckstoffer-dr-crane-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,B Cellars ,Red,France,"A smooth, dense wine, ripe and polished. It brings out a modern view of Bordeaux, dark and concentrated, hinting at the new-wood aging. At the same time, the wine has a serious edge that promises proper aging.",,,95,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Pape Clément 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pape-clement-2010-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Pape Clément ,Red,France,"This is a perfumed wine, dominated by Cabernet Franc. Black fruits are layered with wood, dry tannins and a beautiful aromatic quality. The wine is deep and complex, built for the long term with its power, density and considerable elegance.",,235,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Le Dôme 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-dome-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Le Dôme ,White,France,"This is a great wine with its swathes of ripe fruit allied to a very structured character. It is concentrated with complex flavors that bring in wood, tropical fruits, apricots and a dense texture. Combined, these elements give the wine great style and aging potential.",,132,96,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Domaine de Chevalier 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevalier-2010-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Domaine de Chevalier ,Red,France,"A grand wine, it has great ripeness and richness, majestic in its structure and upright character. It is concentrated, perfumed and opulent. The style of Ducru Beaucaillou is both generous and powerful, and obviously ageworthy.",,,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Ducru Beaucaillou 2010 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ducru-beaucaillou-2010-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Ducru Beaucaillou 12,Sparkling,France,"A blend of 66% Pinot Noir and 34% Chardonnay, this is opulent and full bodied, with toast and wood flavors. Rich and ripe, this beautiful wine is generous and still young, with just a touch of bitterness at the end.",La Grande Année Brut,155,96,Champagne,Champagne,,Bollinger 2004 La Grande Année Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollinger-2004-grande-annee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2004,Bollinger ,Red,France,"This is such an elegant wine that has all the structure of the vintage. Surrounding the tannins, the wine is sweet and ripe, with smokiness from the wood. It's powerful, elegant and sophisticated with a strong sense of poise. The tannins promise long-term aging.",,,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Montrose 2010 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montrose-2010-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Montrose ,Red,France,"This Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated wine always stands out as a powerhouse of impressive tannins. In 2010, it is complex with a dense structure, tight mineral texture and dense wood. Underneath, the ripe black fruits bring the promise for the long-term future. Give this wine at least 10 years.",,,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Figeac 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-figeac-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Figeac 14,Red,Italy,"Mocali's beautiful riserva opens with an inky dark appearance, thick concentration and savory aromas of leather and spice that add one more layer of complexity to an already very enticing wine. At the core, it is redolent of dark fruit and cherry, and the mouthfeel is thick and luscious. The richness of the color is beautiful as is the suppleness of the wine's texture. Hold 10 years.",Riserva,73,96,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Mocali 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Mocali 14.5,Red,France,"A complex wine, exhibiting smoky tannins, rich fruit, a dark texture and concentration. Produced by the Moueix winemaking team, it feels complete with its sense of style and elegance as well as weight. Give this powerful wine many years in the cellar.",,475,96,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Trotanoy 2010 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trotanoy-2010-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Trotanoy ,Red,France,"A beautifully ripe wine with great black fruits that burst through the classic tannins. In its richness and in its structure, it combines the best of the vintage. Dark, complex, fruity and very rich, a magnificent wine for long-term aging.",,,96,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-smith-haut-lafitte-2010-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is absolutely gorgeous, with generous tones of earthy tobacco, leather, cured meat, licorice, smoky ash and crushed mineral. In terms of fruit flavors, it offers cassis, dried raspberry and cherry. The wine should age 10 years or more to allow the tannins to become finer and even more elegant.",Riserva,115,96,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Padelletti 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/padelletti-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Padelletti ,Red,France,"A beautiful, velvety smooth wine, unusually for Vieux Château Certan dominated by Merlot. It has tannin, to be sure, but these are conveyed through the ripe fruit and the sweetness of the blackberry flavors. It is opulent, although never too much, retaining its elegance. Age for many years.",,,97,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Vieux Château Certan 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieux-chateau-certan-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Vieux Château Certan ,Red,France,"This is an architectural wine, very classical in its structure like so many of the top wines of 2010. It's powered by ripe tannins and beautiful black currant fruits. While the wine is gorgeously ripe, it also has a powerful dark and structured character. For long-term aging.",,110,97,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Calon Ségur 2010 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-calon-segur-2010-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Calon Ségur ,Red,France,"A beautifully dense, ripe wine, its intense acidity balanced by an opulent structure and gorgeous fruits. The texture is smooth and velvety, while never losing sight of the powerful structure. This elegant and powerful wine will age for many years.",,,97,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mission-haut-brion-2010-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Mission Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"While outwardly this wine is generous and opulent with great juicy sweetness, the core is structured and powerful. The wine is concentrated and complex, with dark tannins and a brooding, dense texture. This is a wine with a long-lived future.",,,97,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Palmer 2010 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-palmer-2010-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Palmer ,Red,France,"A dense, smooth and opulent wine bursting with ripe Cabernet Sauvignon flavors. It's regal and well structured, balancing the natural exuberance of Mouton with a more severe side. This is a wine with power, yet not without its charms from the fruitiness and final acidity. This great wine will age many, many years.",,,98,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Mouton Rothschild 2010 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mouton-rothschild-2010-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Mouton Rothschild ,Red,France,"A firm and serious wine, complex and complicated, one of the finest wines from 2010 vintage. It has a rich undertow of black fruits, while the tannins dominate at this stage. To add to the powerful range of flavors, the wine has an edge of severity that bodes well for its long-term future.",,,98,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Brion 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-brion-2010-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"A great wine that is just starting out. The high proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend gives the structured, black currant character. Dark chocolate and layers of wood are forward, revealing how young the wine is. And then the fruit, so rich and powerful, brings deliciousness to the firm, dense structure. Age for many years.",,,98,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Margaux 2010 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2010-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Margaux 14,Red,Italy,"Here's an unforgettable wine that absolutely makes the case for 2007 being one of the best vintages of late in Montalcino. The wine is broad and polished with masculine tones of dark fruit, leather and tobacco. These aromas evolve so quickly and with such pulsing intensity, the wine comes alive suddenly. There are dusty mineral shadings at the back with tightly textured tannins. Hold 10 more years.",Madonna del Piano Riserva,219,98,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Valdicava 2007 Madonna del Piano Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdicava-2007-madonna-piano-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Valdicava ,Red,France,"Dense, yes, but this is also a handsome wine that balances complex tannins with pure black currant fruits that shine. This biodynamic wine has a generous, full and rich feel, ripe with just a touch of restraint. The greatness of the wine shows in its purity with a deceptive simplicity that hides the final complex tannins and structure.",,,98,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pontet-Canet 2010 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pontet-canet-2010-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Pontet-Canet ,Red,France,"A big, bold wine with unbelievable power and concentration. Low yields and a dominance of Cabernet Franc have produced an immensely concentrated wine. Still very young, this magnificent wine holds the promise of great aging.",,,99,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Ausone 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ausone-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Ausone ,Red,France,"Stern, almost severe initially, this great wine takes time to show its immense fruit power. Black currant and blackberry notes are packed into the wine, along with an impressive array of spices from new wood that gives a more exotic element. At the end, though, it has a fine, structured sense of proportion. Obviously for aging over decades, so don't drink before 2022.",,,99,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Latour 2010 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-2010-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Latour ,Red,France,"A hugely powerful wine, full of dark, brooding tannins. It's a wine for seriously long-term aging, a sculptural vision of classic Bordeaux structure with with classy, ripe blackberry fruits. It has fresh acidity and an immense full-bodied character, cut through with mineral acidity. A great wine, with great potential.",,359,100,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Las Cases 2010 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-las-cases-2010-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Léoville Las Cases 14.7,Red,France,"This is the finest Cheval Blanc for many years. It is, quite simply, magnificent. The wine shows the greatness of Cabernet Franc in the vintage, with 57% of the variety in the blend. It is beautifully structured and perfumed, with velvety tannins, balanced acidity and swathes of black-currant and black-cherry fruits. It's well on course to becoming a legendary wine.",,1500,100,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Cheval Blanc 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cheval-blanc-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Cheval Blanc 15,Red,Italy,"It takes only a few moments before you appreciate the enormity, intensity and overall beauty of this landmark wine. Cerretalto is always a high scoring expression of Brunello, but the ideal conditions of the 2007 vintage elevate it to earthly perfection. Dark and fleshy, the wine delivers ever-evolving aromas of dark fruit, chocolate, spice and tobacco. The acidity is carefully balanced against the wine's thickness and rich texture. The finish is long, luscious and elegant. Keep this bottle in your cellar 10 years or more.",Cerretalto,270,100,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casanova di Neri 2007 Cerretalto (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casanova-neri-2007-cerretalto-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Casanova di Neri ,Red,France,"Almost black in color, this stunning wine is gorgeous, rich and dense. It's grand and powerful, with a strong sense of its own importance. The beautiful tannins and the fragrant black currant fruits are palpable. It's a great wine, with huge potential.",,1500,100,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lafite Rothschild 2010 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafite-rothschild-2010-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lafite Rothschild 11,White,Spain,"This spritzy, weird wine opens with grassy aromas that are backed by a coarse, bubbly palate with flavors of banana, lettuce and bitter greens.",,10,80,Levante,Valencia,,Tussock Jumper 2011 Moscato (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tussock-jumper-2011-muscat-moscato-valencia/,Moscato,2011,Tussock Jumper 11.5,White,Spain,"After a mostly neutral nose, the palate on this bone-dry Muscat deals mostly in sour fruit and acid.",Estate Bottled,14,80,Catalonia,Penedès,,Sumarroca 2011 Estate Bottled Muscat (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sumarroca-2011-estate-bottled-muscat-penedes/,Muscat,2011,Sumarroca 13.8,Red,Argentina,"This no-oak Petit Verdot is rusty and turning vegetal and herbal, with tomato-based flavors and a burnt-out finish.",Sin Madera,35,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca La Anita 2007 Sin Madera Petit Verdot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-anita-2007-sin-madera-petit-verdot-mendoza/,Petit Verdot,2007,Finca La Anita 12,White,Argentina,"This smells cheap, weird and almost dirty. The palate is cloying and the flavors are candied and melony, but also bitter and oxidized.",,20,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bota Box 2011 Moscato (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bota-box-2011-muscat-moscato-mendoza/,Moscato,2011,Bota Box 13.5,White,Chile,"This flat, dull wine is showing hardly any Sauvignon Blanc character. It's chunky and tastes of apple juice and banana. It lacks kick and depth, and it falls apart on the palate and finish.",Casa Mateo,7,80,Curicó Valley,,,Sar 2012 Casa Mateo Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sar-2012-casa-mateo-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Sar 14.5,Red,Chile,"This rusty-colored Merlot is burnt smelling, with oregano and tomato-driven aromas. The palate feels dried out and raw, while flavors of burnt grass, roasted plum and tomato finish with an oxidized flavor.",Cholqui,26,81,Maipo Valley,,,Tres Palacios 2009 Cholqui Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-palacios-2009-cholqui-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2009,Tres Palacios 13.5,Red,Chile,"This is almost offputting in terms of its feral aromas of wet dog and animal fur. The palate has a narrow, acidic feel and herbal, roasted berry flavors that end in a swirl of green herbs and gamy notes.",Natura,11,81,Rapel Valley,,,Emiliana 2011 Natura Malbec (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2011-natura-malbec-rapel-valley/,Malbec,2011,Emiliana 11.5,White,France,"This is the weak link in an otherwise increasingly enjoyable range of wines from Barton & Guestier. Positioned somewhere between off dry and medium sweet, it has an edge of bitter sulphur along with almond and quince fruit flavor. The final acidity jars.",,10,81,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Barton & Guestier 2011 Vouvray,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2011-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Barton & Guestier 13,Red,Chile,"The nose on this strange Cabernet is mostly about cinnamon and funky smelling fruit. This feels flat, with gum drop flavors that end in a grabby, cloying finish.",,10,81,Maule Valley,,,YaYa 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yaya-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,YaYa 13.1,White,US,"Doesn't show Viognier's voluptuous character, with acidic herb and citrus flavors that have a curious medicinal note.",Tierra Alta Vineyard,24,81,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Standing Sun 2011 Tierra Alta Vineyard Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-sun-2011-tierra-alta-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2011,Standing Sun 13,Red,Chile,"Sometimes you get what you pay for. This has little structure or character. It's dilute in aromas, color and body, with punch-bowl tutti-frutti flavors.",Casa Mateo,7,81,Curicó Valley,,,Sar 2011 Casa Mateo Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sar-2011-casa-mateo-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2011,Sar 14.9,Red,US,"A simple red blend, with a harsh, prickly texture and medicinal flavors. Okay in a pinch.",Hale,18,81,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Kaena 2010 Hale G-S-M (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaena-2010-hale-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,G-S-M,2010,Kaena 13,White,Chile,"This flat-lining wine is yellow in color and shows aromas of dusty apple and nuts. The palate is too soft and fleshy to be considered lively, and the flavors suggest mealy melon and apple. For a 2012, this is dull.",Hacienda Araucano Reserva,11,81,Central Valley,,,François Lurton 2012 Hacienda Araucano Reserva Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2012-hacienda-araucano-reserva-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,François Lurton 14,Red,US,"Soft and overripe, with raisin, dark chocolate and spice flavors. Although it's smooth, it's somewhat bitter, and will not age.",Le Reflexion,48,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Millésimé 2008 Le Reflexion Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millesime-2008-le-reflexion-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Millésimé 12.4,Red,Argentina,"The nose on this Petit Verdot is fresh and red, but very simple. The palate runs narrow and high in acidity, with high-toned plum flavors and a bitter aftertaste. The finish screeches to an acidic ending.",Estate Collection,10,82,Other,San Juan,,Canoas 2011 Estate Collection Petit Verdot (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoas-2011-estate-collection-petit-verdot-san-juan/,Petit Verdot,2011,Canoas 14,White,Argentina,"Tropical aromas come with a shot of popcorn. The palate is low volume, with stalky flavors of candied white fruits and bitterness. Corn and buttery notes come up on the finish.",Natal,14,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alpamanta 2010 Natal Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpamanta-2010-natal-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Alpamanta 13.7,Red,US,This Rhône-style blend is tough and common in the mouth. It has simple flavors of raspberry and cherry candy. Drink now.,Encore Spur Ranch,28,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Chateau Lettau 2010 Encore Spur Ranch Red (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lettau-2010-encore-spur-ranch-red-central-coast-monterey-county/,Red Blend,2010,Chateau Lettau 13.5,Red,US,"Soft and syrupy, with sugary raspberry and oak flavors. Lacks zest and balance.",,22,82,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Carmel Road 2011 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-road-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2011,Carmel Road 13.5,White,US,"Soft and lacking in struture, it exhibits tropical, citrus fruit, and vanilla flavors.",The Fairest,13,82,California,California Other,California,Once Upon a Vine 2011 The Fairest Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/once-upon-a-vine-2011-fairest-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Once Upon a Vine 13,Red,Portugal,"A wine with a strange mix of fruitiness and lean, green flavors. There's some black currant coming through the stalky character. The finish is juicy, but it's hard to find pleasure here.",Xairel,6,82,Tejo,,,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 2011 Xairel Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-cartaxo-2011-xairel-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2011,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 14.8,Red,US,"Chatom's Cab doesn't have much to offer aromatically and is quite tannic, with a slight sourness of red fruit that veers sweet on the finish.",,26,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Chatom Vineyards 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatom-vineyards-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Chatom Vineyards 12.5,White,Chile,"Flat, mildly stalky, grassy aromas announce a bland wine with a rudimentary mix of citrus and nectarine flavors. It's so mild and simple that it's devoid of a finish. This will not stay fresh for long.",Estate Selection,10,82,Central Valley,,,Aresti 2012 Estate Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2012-estate-selection-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Aresti 14,Red,Argentina,"This reflects a steep drop in quality from prior vintages. It's stalky and herbal smelling, with a wiry feeling palate and green-leaning berry flavors that carry a forced, oaky offset. Overall this is on the cusp of being weedy.",,15,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Broadbent 2011 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broadbent-2011-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Broadbent 13,White,Spain,"Apple and grass notes turn stalky with hay and wheat aromas. It feels flabby, although there is some vital acidity keeping it alive.",Basa,14,82,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Telmo Rodríguez 2010 Basa White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2010-basa-white-rueda/,White Blend,2010,Telmo Rodríguez 13.5,Red,Chile,"A rusty, maderized color is an indicator that this isn't really up to par. The nose is leathery, with orange peel and stewy fruit aromas. Besides acid, there's no mouthfeel, and the wine's flavors are bland, chunky and mildly oxidized.",,12,82,Casablanca Valley,,,Root:1 2010 Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/root-1-2010-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Root:1 13.5,Red,Chile,"Raw, rubbery, fairly herbaceous aromas precede a forward, rubbery feeling palate with acidic blackberry flavors that come with strong herbal aftershocks. The finish is dry, peppery tasting and herbal like the rest of the wine.",Reserva,10,82,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2011 Reserva Malbec (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2011-reserva-malbec-maipo-valley/,Malbec,2011,Santa Alicia 14,Red,Argentina,"This pounding wine opens with severe black-fruit aromas and a rubbery smell. In the mouth, it's shrill, then pours on the milky, chocolaty oak flavor on top of herbal, rubbery black fruit.",Reserva,18,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ruca Malen 2010 Reserva Petit Verdot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruca-malen-2010-reserva-petit-verdot-mendoza/,Petit Verdot,2010,Ruca Malen 14.6,Red,US,"Smells and tastes hot and peppery, with raisin and blackberry flavors wrapped into harsh tannins and a hot finish. Drinkable but not going anywhere.",,20,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Santa Barbara Winery 2010 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2010,Santa Barbara Winery 13,White,Chile,"The color is gold, the nose is heavy, and the flavors are bland and suggest apple cider. All of this adds up to an average, warm-climate white that won't last long. Even in its youth, it's honeyed, soft and flabby.",Petirrojo,8,82,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2012 Petirrojo Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2012-petirrojo-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Viña Bisquertt 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Earthy raisin and rubber band aromas are heavy, while the palate is raisiny in feel and flavor. On the finish, it's all prune and stewed berry. There's nothing mean or offensive about this wine; it's just overripe and plodding.",Lujuria,10,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Suter 2010 Lujuria Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/suter-2010-lujuria-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Suter 13.5,White,US,"Flabby, with sugary orange and peach flavors that finish with the vanilla-honey notes of oak.",Vintner's Collection,13,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sterling 2011 Vintner's Collection Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2011-vintners-collection-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Sterling 11,Sparkling,Italy,Raboso Fiore is a dark ruby-colored dry sparkling wine that opens with bitter fruit aromas and a touch of sour cherry. The wine is easy and fresh with some tannic structure as well.,Fiore,,82,Veneto,Veneto,,Paladin 2011 Fiore Raboso (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paladin-2011-fiore-italian-red-raboso-veneto/,Raboso,2011,Paladin 13,Red,France,"The Merlot in this blend allows for a wine that is smooth and less formidably tannic than some Cahors, while not losing the weight of Malbec. It makes this fruity, black-fruit flavored wine ready to drink and attractive.",,,86,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Coste Peyrouse 2010 Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coste-peyrouse-2010-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2010,Château Coste Peyrouse 14.5,Red,Italy,"Vigna Paganelli shows amazing results with a bright fruit quality that translates into black cherry and blackberry. At the back are sophisticated tones of leather, tobacco and light touches of spice that give the wine depth and elegance. The most interesting aspect, however, is the mouthfeel that shows firm but beautifully ripe tannins that will help the wine age 10 years or more.",Vigna Paganelli Riserva,115,95,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Poggione 2007 Vigna Paganelli Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggione-2007-vigna-paganelli-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Il Poggione 14.7,Red,US,"One sip is all it takes to delight. This wine screams Napa Cabernet with every nuance. Few wines achieve this richness of fruit and tannins. It floods the mouth with blackberry jam, chocolate and cassis liqueur flavors, wrapped into firm but supple tannins, and brightened with a squirt of citrusy acidity. Beautiful now, and should develop over the next decade.",,85,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Hunnicutt 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunnicutt-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Hunnicutt ,Red,France,"Dense and structured, this second wine from Château Margaux is magnificent. There are hints of bitter chocolate, along with tarry fruit. It is very textured, just hinting at extraction. The tannins are rounded and velvet-like in character. It's a wine for medium-term aging.",Pavillon Rouge de Château Margaux,,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Margaux 2010 Pavillon Rouge de Château Margaux (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2010-pavillon-rouge-chateau-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Margaux 14.5,Red,US,"Edgy tannins are the star in this young Cabernet. They give the wine a gritty feeling, making it hard to embrace the ripe blackberry, black cherry and currant flavors. The dryness, fine acidity and overall balance suggest this will have no trouble negotiating the next 10 years in the cellar.",District Collection,75,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Raymond 2009 District Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2009-district-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Raymond 14,Red,Italy,"Montosoli is a monumental wine that delivers pulp and richness with ripe fruit aromas, inky concentration and a touch of roasted spice at the back. The wine is savory and tangy with loads of aromatic intensity, but that telltale acidity from the 2008 vintage hits you at the back of the throat and keeps the palate refreshed.",Montosoli,120,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Altesino 2008 Montosoli (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altesino-2008-montosoli-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Altesino 13.2,Red,US,"How many ways can you say delicious? It's impossible to exaggerate how appealing this light-hearted wine is. It's vibrant with candied raspberries, pomegranates, orange zest, vanilla, brown sugar and cinnamon spice flavors, yet finishes dry and clean. The blend includes Sangiovese, Viognier, Pinot Noir, Syrah and Mourvèdre.",Pleiades Old Vines XXII,24,92,California,California Other,California,Sean Thackrey NV Pleiades Old Vines XXII Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-thackrey-nv-pleiades-old-vines-xxii-red-other/,Red Blend,,Sean Thackrey 14,Red,Spain,"No doubt that this is a big, extracted, mature wine with heavy, mossy aromas, but in the midst are prune, shoe polish and toasty aromas that darken everything up. In the mouth, it's saturated and sticky, with tons of oak-based spice, pepper and baked-fruit flavors. The finish is chewy, earthy and baked; drink now through 2017.",Máximo,115,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Arrocal 2005 Máximo (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrocal-2005-maximo-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,2005,Arrocal 13.5,White,US,"Crisp and very floral, this is a beautiful showcase of Anderson Valley's cool climate and commitment to Alsatian varieties. There's a great depth of flavor here—fig, grapefruit, lime and orange peel—not to mention tremendous minerality. This is a wine that can be sipped all day long or enjoyed with fish, poultry or an onion tart.",Helluva Vineyard,20,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2011 Helluva Vineyard Pinot Gris (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2011-helluva-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,Handley 12.4,Red,US,"The Suma Kaw Syrah from Hank Beckmeyer is an intriguing combination of great site and experimental winemaker. It's woody and herbal with a menthol sheen and an unexpectedly bright crispness contrasted by dark, savory meat and smoke. A wine that'll start conversations, enjoy it with roasted, herb-encrusted meats—the culinary equivalent of the wine.",Suma Kaw,24,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,La Clarine Farm 2011 Suma Kaw Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarine-farm-2011-suma-kaw-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2011,La Clarine Farm 13.9,White,US,"Integrating the buttered toast and caramel notes of new oak with the underlying wine, this is is a Chardonnay of classy California dimensions. Despite a cool vintage, the grapes achieved remarkable ripeness, with flavors suggesting oranges and spicy, creamy papayas, while bright acidity gives it all a wakeup call of zest.",Heintz Family Vineyard,38,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Von Holt 2011 Heintz Family Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-holt-2011-heintz-family-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Von Holt 14.5,Red,France,"Firm and solid tannins with a dry core offers a dark character and density. Along with this, the wine has a ripe, fruity character that's packed with acidity and layered with wood.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Haut-Simard 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-simard-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Haut-Simard ,Red,France,"Aromas of freshly-sawn wood set the scene on a wine that is full of new-wood toast and vanilla flavors. The fruit is also present, resulting in a wine that has balanced potential in maybe 4–5 years. A fine effort.",L'Artolie,60,91,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Suau 2010 L'Artolie (Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suau-2010-lartolie-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Suau 14.5,White,US,"A very particular Chardonnay that shows the dual properties of ripe, delicious fruit and acidic, minerally earthiness. Flavors veer toward citrus and tropical fruits, while oak brings lovely notes of vanilla and buttered toast. Great price for a Chard of this distinction and class.",,26,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Chandon 2010 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-2010-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine Chandon 14,Red,Italy,"This opens with a pretty garnet color and subtle aromas of spice, crème de cassis, leather and tobacco. The wine shows compact lines with tight structure, bright acidity and a lingering note of smoky ash on the close. The style is traditional, sour and bright.",Le Chiuse di Sotto,65,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Gianni Brunelli 2008 Le Chiuse di Sotto (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-brunelli-2008-le-chiuse-sotto-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Gianni Brunelli 14,Red,Italy,"Cava d'Onice is a delightful estate on the eastern side of Montalcino run by a husband and wife team (with two small children). This expression opens with dark fruit and spice backed by bright tones of cherry and toasted almond. In the mouth, it shows structure and mild softness.",,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Cava d'Onice 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cava-donice-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Cava d'Onice 15,Red,Italy,"Cherry cola and licorice open the nose of this dark, brooding Brunello. At this young stage, the wine feels slightly sharp and raw in the mouth and it definitely needs another three to five years of cellar aging. Brambly oak and spice give it a zesty and spicy finish.",Campo del Drago,80,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castiglion del Bosco 2008 Campo del Drago (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castiglion-bosco-2008-campo-drago-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Castiglion del Bosco ,Red,Italy,"Bold and dark, this brawny wine shows beautifully evolved aromas of cured meat, leather, tar, cola and resin backed by candied fruit, pomegranate and crème de cassis. That extra muscle helps support the sharpness of the acidity, and plays a promising role in the wine's overall aging potential. Hold 5–10 years.",Voliero,55,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casato1 2008 Voliero (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casato1-2008-voliero-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Casato1 13.5,Red,Italy,"Chocolate, sweet spice, tobacco, leather and dark berry fruit give this Brunello a bold and impactful first impression. When it comes to the mouthfeel, the wine plays a more subtle game with polished tannins, mild cherry fruit and a bright point of fresh acidity.",,55,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casanuova delle Cerbaie 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casanuova-delle-cerbaie-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Casanuova delle Cerbaie 14.5,Red,Spain,"From the Zamora region, this Tempranillo is dark, well oaked and dense. The nose is full of black cherry and charred oak that gives off a shoe polish scent. The palate is round and smooth, with oak-dominated black fruit and minty, spicy flavors. A modern, meaty wine by any measure. Drink now through 2020.",Via Cenit,28,91,Northern Spain,Tierra del Viños de Zamora,,Viñas del Cenit 2009 Via Cenit Tempranillo (Tierra del Viños de Zamora),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-cenit-2009-via-tempranillo-tierra-vinos-zamora/,Tempranillo,2009,Viñas del Cenit 14.5,Red,Italy,"At first, this radiates sensations of power and determination. After a few minutes in the glass, that nervous energy is slowly transformed into elegance and impressive complexity. Slightly raw notes of spice and cola render sharp edges and suggest the wine needs a few more years of bottle aging.",Vigna Loreto,85,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Mastrojanni 2008 Vigna Loreto (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastrojanni-2008-vigna-loreto-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Mastrojanni 14.5,Red,Spain,"Gran is a step up from Mora's crianza. The nose deals marzipan, blackberry, raisin and chocolate aromas in front of a smooth, layered palate with toasted berry, vanilla and chocolate flavors. There's a ton of oak on this wine, creating a vanilla and caramel character on the finish. Drink now through 2017.",Gran,90,91,Northern Spain,Toro,,Elias Mora 2009 Gran (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elias-mora-2009-gran-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2009,Elias Mora ,Red,Italy,"There's a savory, almost chewy side to this Brunello that is enhanced by aromas of tobacco, spice, dark cola, licorice, blackberry and currant. The wine shows balance and intensity with a soft, plush feel in the mouth that stands in pleasing contrast against to wine's young tannins and acidity.",,75,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Conti Costanti 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-costanti-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Conti Costanti ,Red,France,"A very structured, firm wine with excellent acidity and dark, dry tannins. The alcohol does show through, but the wine is firm and very dense, a big success from this Lurton family owned property.",,30,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Bouscaut 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouscaut-2010-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Bouscaut ,Red,France,"A big, ripe and juicy wine packed with black fruit notes and laced with acidity. The tannins offer a contrast to the fruitiness, bringing balance and structure. This is an impressive wine, the smoky aftertaste bringing out the wood aging.",,25,91,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Manon la Lagune 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-manon-lagune-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Manon la Lagune 14,Red,Italy,"This selection offers balance and integrated aromas of spice, dark fruit, leather, tobacco, cola and rum cake. The wine shows power and heft both in terms of alcohol and consistency. Smoothly polished, fine tannins appear on the close.",,55,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Banfi 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Castello Banfi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Bright fruit tones of cherry, pomegranate and red currant give this Brunello a pristine and youthful personality. The quality of those red fruit aromas is remarkable and the wine shows well-integrated spice, leather and tobacco notes. A very welcome splash of sweet-fruit flavor helps smooth out Sangiovese's natural acidity.",,44,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Collelceto 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collelceto-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Collelceto 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Once again, this Malbec-Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon blend from Norton excels. The nose is a bit grapy and candied, but there's depth and a level of intensity that bodes well for the future. The palate is deep and concentrated, with blackberry, prune, stewed plum, graphite and coffee flavors in front of a mellow, smooth finish. Drink now through 2016.",Privada,23,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2010 Privada Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2010-privada-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Bodega Norton 8.9,White,US,"Penetrating notes of melon, stone fruit and white florals set apart this lavish Riesling from Anthony Road. Semisweet in style with honeyed fruit flavors, it's balanced by bracing lime acidity and crushed-stone minerality that extends the finish.",Martini Reinhardt Selection,30,91,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Anthony Road 2009 Martini Reinhardt Selection Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anthony-road-2009-martini-reinhardt-selection-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Anthony Road 14,Red,Italy,"Altesino is part of an elite group of vintners that really put Montalcino on the international wine map. Its 2008 Brunello shows some of the nervous acidity that is typical of the vintage, but it also delivers soft tones of cherry fruit, spice and chocolate that round off any sharp edges.",,65,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Altesino 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altesino-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Altesino ,Red,Italy,"Here's a pretty Brunello that shows interesting complexity and bright aromas that really distinguish this wine from other 2008s. The aromas lean toward herbal and menthol tones, with accents of cola and black licorice. There's more fruit in the mouth, especially cherry, with crisp freshness too.",Molino della Suga,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Bonacchi 2008 Molino della Suga (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonacchi-2008-molino-della-suga-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Bonacchi 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Brunello Selezione epitomizes the clean, polished and easygoing style of the 2008 vintage. The wine shows a savory side with aromas of cured meat and dried herb, as well as a bold fruit side with plush cherry and blackberry. The acidity is high, but is also balanced out by its natural density and rich texture.",Selezione Madonna delle Grazie,99,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Marroneto 2008 Selezione Madonna delle Grazie (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-marroneto-2008-selezione-madonna-delle-grazie-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Il Marroneto 14.1,White,US,"Awesomely rich and ripe in Meyer lemon tart, orange zest and golden mango flavors, with oak and lees nuances that make it complex and interesting. The wine did not undergo malolactic fermentation, which gives the acidity the bite of a fresh green apple.",Oro de Plata,33,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller Estate 2010 Oro de Plata Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-estate-2010-oro-plata-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Keller Estate 13.5,Red,South Africa,"This wine starts off bright and vibrant, with aromas of red-cherry skin, red currant and plum with touches of toasted oak and earth. The fruit flavors intensity on the palate, with additional accents of tea leaves, cocoa nib and black pepper that carry through to the medium-length finish. Surprisingly firmly structured, with gripping tannins and pronounced acidity. Drink 2014–2018.",,44,91,Hemel en Aarde,,,Hamilton Russell 2010 Pinot Noir (Hemel en Aarde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamilton-russell-2010-pinot-noir-hemel-en-aarde/,Pinot Noir,2010,Hamilton Russell 14.5,Red,South Africa,"A big and bold Shiraz, dark fruit aromas and flavors of fig, black cherry and plum abound. Glimmers of sweet spice and smoke unfold softly, showing the promise of additional complexities and nuance that should continue to develop with time. Firmly structured tannins help to frame the lush, ripe palate, and prodive a gripping texture to the long close. Try after 2015 and beyond.",The Stork,114,91,Stellenbosch,,,Hartenberg 2008 The Stork Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartenberg-2008-stork-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2008,Hartenberg ,Red,Italy,"The appeal here is that extra dose of round fruit and cherry softness that gives this wine a beautifully smooth entry onto the palate. It sports a dark hue and thick concentration, but also delivers enough acidity to avoid any sensations of heaviness or overripeness.",,70,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Corte dei Venti 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-corte-venti-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Corte dei Venti 14.2,Red,US,"Tasted alongside Cabs costing up to five times more, this wine shows very well. It's dry, balanced and elegant, offering blackberry, currant, tobacco and cedar flavors that offer lots of complexity. Fully ready to drink now.",,25,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Kunde 14,Red,Italy,"This Brunello opens with inky, dark concentration and definitely shows a chewy, almost raw quality of cherry fruit that will most likely disappear withdonn just two or three more years of cellar aging. Cola, spice, leather and smoke fill in the rear and the wine ends with crisp acidity.",Vigna Piaggia,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Abbadia Ardenga 2008 Vigna Piaggia (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbadia-ardenga-2008-vigna-piaggia-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Abbadia Ardenga 14.5,Red,US,"Still a very young wine, Londer's Paraboll is leathery and herbal, marked by swirls of bright cranberry and rhubarb flavor. With a full, silky mouthfeel and long finish, it's one of the best of their 2010s to seek out. This should gain complexity with a few years more of age.",Paraboll,48,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Londer 2010 Paraboll Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/londer-2010-paraboll-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Londer 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a bone-dry Champagne, with a crispness and mineral texture that promises long aging to a wine that also demands food. Its green apple and citrus flavors are powerfully dominant. Allied to the acidity, this is a young, taut, nervy wine ready for many years' aging.",Millésime Premier Cru Extra Brut,160,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Yann Alexandre 2004 Millésime Premier Cru Extra Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yann-alexandre-2004-millesime-premier-cru-extra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2004,Yann Alexandre ,Red,France,"Firm and prominent yet dusty tannins show one side of the richness of the vintage. The other is the ripe, black fruits, with acidity in fine balance. This estate, under the same ownership as Léoville las Cases, is serious Médoc, needing to age.",,,91,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Potensac 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potensac-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Potensac ,Red,France,"Classic, ripe Saint-Julien with all its richness, tempered with elegance. It is deliciously fruity, packed with blackberry fruit surrounding the structure.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Lalande-Borie 2010 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lalande-borie-2010-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lalande-Borie ,White,France,"Full-bodied and rich, this is full of pineapple fruit flavors and woody spice. The ripeness is allied to an herbaceous character, with almonds giving spice. It will develop quickly into a delicious wine.",,32,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Bouscaut 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouscaut-2010-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Bouscaut 12,Sparkling,France,"A young vintage wine, this is very crisp and citrusy. It has a strongly tannic texture, and is bright with a sharp edge of acidity. There's a forward steely, mineral character and a dryness that offers promise for several years' aging.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Pannier 2005 Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pannier-2005-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2005,Pannier 12,Sparkling,France,"This a tight and mineral wine from Mesnil-sur-Oger in the heart of the Côte des Blancs of Champagne. It's still youthful, fresh and crisp, with lemon and tangy citrus flavors. The lively character will certainly round out in 5–6 years.",Cuvée Pierre Moncuit-Delos Grand Cru Brut,50,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Pierre Moncuit NV Cuvée Pierre Moncuit-Delos Grand Cru Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-moncuit-nv-cuvee-pierre-delos-grand-cru-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Pierre Moncuit 14.5,Red,Spain,"For a crianza with eight years of age, this is still fresh and tight as a drum. The bouquet deals earthy, roasted berry aromas while the palate is earthy and toasty, with chocolate and loads of berry flavor. The finish is woody, smoky, firm and focused; drink now through 2016.",Crianza,24,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Montevannos 2005 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevannos-2005-crianza-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Montevannos 13.5,White,Spain,"This barrel-aged Godello is about as elegant and elevated as they come. The nose of dusty apple with light spice and vanilla notes defines elegance, while flavors of apple, lemon, woodspice and vanilla interact seamlessly. Everything is composed and connected; the wine is well balanced, lightly oaked and classy. 400 cases produced.",,25,91,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Avanthia 2011 Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avanthia-2011-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2011,Avanthia 15.5,Red,Argentina,"This is a high-quality Malbec with fleshy berry aromas that veer towards raisiny reduction but don't quite get there. It's plump and buttery on the palate, with baked berry, plum and herb flavors that lead to a smooth finish with a licorice accent. Drink now through 2017.",Altitud,25,91,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Andeluna 2010 Altitud Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2010-altitud-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2010,Andeluna 14.5,Red,Italy,"Fossacolle's Brunello is distinguished by a chewy texture that is backed by dark concentration and plump berry fruit. The cherry and blackberry layers are thick and soft, but don't let them fool you; Sangiovese's characteristic acidity keeps the palate polished and pristine.",,65,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fossacolle 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fossacolle-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Fossacolle 14.5,Red,Italy,"I Poggiarelli opens with fleshy, dark concentration and brawny aromas of smoked bacon, dark fruit and spice. But don't be swayed by your first impressions. The high acidity and overall crispness offered here cuts out any of the overdone softness or chewiness you might initially expect.",I Poggiarelli,75,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Mannella 2008 I Poggiarelli (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mannella-2008-i-poggiarelli-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Mannella ,Red,Italy,"This Brunello stands out because of the brightness of its color. Many of the other wines of 2008 show garnet and browning amber hues, but this wine is ruby red with purple rims. It shows a soft and modern side with bright cherry, chocolate and nicely structured tannins.",,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Magia 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magia-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Magia 13.5,Red,US,"Here's a big, rich, tannic Syrah that's full bodied and dense, and exploding with blackberry, currant, mocha, cedar and spice flavors. Notable for its tannin structure, it's clearly made from well-grown grapes, and balanced in structure. It's resistant now, however, holding its best under a cloak of astringency. Should begin to mellow around 2015 and really take off through 2020.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Z Block,59,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,La Fenêtre 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard Z Block Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2009-bien-nacido-vineyard-z-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2009,La Fenêtre 13.9,White,US,"Rich and fancy in the popular style, showing lots of tropical and citrus fruit, honey, mineral, vanilla, lees and oak flavors, wrapped into a buttery, creamy texture. Brisk coastal acidity provides a pleasant tartness.",La Cruz Vineyard,38,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller Estate 2010 La Cruz Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-estate-2010-cruz-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Keller Estate 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Brunello shows the elegant and slightly astringent characteristics associated with the 2006 vintage. The wine is streamlined and tight with bright berry, cassis, cherry cola and licorice aromas. Let it age 5–10 years.",Riserva,120,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Cocco 2006 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-cocco-2006-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Il Cocco 14,Red,Italy,"A dusty, mineral quality of lead pencil, brimstone and crushed granite appears at first. It is soon followed by bright cherry, raspberry, leather and tobacco. In the mouth, the wine delivers an elegant and toned quality of tannins with a touch of sour cherry on the close.",Riserva,120,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Le Chiuse 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-chiuse-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Le Chiuse 14,Red,South Africa,"This Shiraz-based blend, with 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, is bold and layered, taking time to unfold and develop in the glass. Blackberry, currant and wild raspberry notes lead the bouquet, but additional accents of game and herbs unfold and mount in intensity. Flavors of red cherry and currant fill the palate, with hints of fynbos, cocoa and licorice stick staying well into the long finish. Firmly structured, with gripping tannins and concentrated flavors.",Reserve,75,91,Stellenbosch,,,Reyneke 2008 Reserve Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reyneke-2008-reserve-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Reyneke 12,Sparkling,US,"Rich and luscious scents of baked apple, dried pineapple, honeyed brioche and baking spice follow through to the expansive palate. The well-integrated mousse lends this sparkler a luxurious feel, and the baking-spice note continues on the precise, tenacious finish. This bottling is a special release, sold to Trump Wine Club Members only.",Brut SP Reserve,45,91,Virginia,Monticello,,Trump 2007 Brut SP Reserve Sparkling (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trump-2007-brut-sp-reserve-sparkling-monticello/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Trump 13.2,White,US,"Fine acidity and some dusty tannins give structure to this Viognier, grown in a mountain benchland between the Russian River and Napa Valleys. It's ripe with orange, tropical fruit and kiwi flavors and accented with toasty oak infuences, yet finishes dry and clean.",Noble Vineyard Lyra,36,91,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Sean Thackrey 2011 Noble Vineyard Lyra Viognier (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-thackrey-2011-noble-vineyard-lyra-viognier-sonoma-knights-valley/,Viognier,2011,Sean Thackrey 14,Red,Italy,"San Polo offers a very unique interpretation of the 2008 vintage. Rather than focus on bold cherry and leather aromas, this Brunello shows tones of peppermint, chopped herb, cola, ginger and forest berry. The mouthfeel is compact, tight and shows some astringency that will soften with time.",,80,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Polo 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-polo-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,San Polo 14.5,Red,Italy,"Dark cherry, leather, tobacco and spicy aromas of cured meat open the bouquet of this deeply layered Brunello. There's fruit intensity as well in the form of cassis, dried raspberry or cranberry. The natural freshness and structure here would pair well with thick home-made pasta and sauce.",,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Sesta di Sopra 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sesta-sopra-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Sesta di Sopra 14.5,Red,Italy,"This young Brunello opens with a dark, penetrating color and thick aromas of exotic spice, chocolate, toasted espresso bean, nutmeg and peppercorn. There's a raw, chewy feel to the wine that gives it heft and power, followed by sweet tannins and a rich, chocolaty consistency.",,70,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio il Castellare 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-il-castellare-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Poggio il Castellare 13.5,Red,Italy,"Altero opens with a dark garnet color and tight fruit aromas of white cherry, pomegranate, cassis and dried raspberry. Supple tones of smoke, leather and tobacco fill out the rear but only play a supporting role. In the mouth, the wine is tight, streamlined and sharp.",Altero,80,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Antico 2008 Altero (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-antico-2008-altero-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Poggio Antico 15.5,Red,US,"High alcohol gives this wine heady heat. It's like the Cognac equivalent of a California red wine—rich and dense with cherries, red currants, licorice, mocha, spices and sandalwood. Complex and addictively delicious, it's made for drinking now. The blend is 92% Syrah and 8% Grenache.",Westside,95,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,PharaohMoans 2010 Westside Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pharaohmoans-2010-westside-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,PharaohMoans 15,Red,Italy,"This is a muscular wine with sweet-blackberry fruit upfront, followed by clove, cinnamon, toasted nut, tobacco and leather. The texture is layered and rich with loads of chocolate and ripe fruit that renders a soft, ripe touch to the finish.",,65,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Fortuna 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortuna-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Fortuna 14.5,Red,Italy,"Cherry cola, licorice, fresh berry fruit, cigar box and smoky tobacco give this wine a bright, albeit slightly rustic, personality. In the mouth, it shows nicely balanced acidity and tannins, providing extra length to the dry, elegant finish.",Riserva,85,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Ridolfi 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridolfi-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Ridolfi 14,Red,Italy,"Renieri delivers that style of austere and elegant Brunello that begs for a steak dinner on a cold winter night. The wine is fleshy and thickly concentrated, with bright highlights of cherry, plum, cinnamon and a touch of crushed clove.",,50,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Renieri 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Renieri 15,Red,South Africa,"This Shiraz-based blend—with splashes of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Viognier—is lush and rich, with notes of ripe blackberry, cherry and strawberry preserves backed by hints of fruit-cake spice and black pepper. The plush mouthfeel boasts similarly concentrated dark-fruit flavors, and the finish boasts a decadent fudgy chocolate note that shows good staying power. Drink now–2016.",Full Circle,42,91,Tulbagh,,,Saronsberg 2008 Full Circle Red (Tulbagh),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saronsberg-2008-full-circle-red-tulbagh/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Saronsberg 14.5,Red,Italy,"Inky dark concentration and bright cherry fruit open the nose of this nicely balanced Brunello. Leather, tobacco and cola notes give it aromatic momentum, and the wine shows bright acidity capped by firm tannins. Pair it with lamb or pork.",Campogiovanni,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Felice 2008 Campogiovanni (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-felice-2008-campogiovanni-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,San Felice 14.5,Red,Spain,"Everything about this crianza is appealing. The nose is roasted and earthy, with leafy spice notes matched up against black-fruit aromas. The feel is layered and lush, while dense flavors of prune, blackberry and peppery spice go well together. Overall this is a powerful wine with no shortage of rubber, licorice and peppercorn on the finish. Best from 2014–2018.",Crianza,30,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Matarromera 2009 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matarromera-2009-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Matarromera 13,Red,Italy,"Caparzo delivers a consistent and clean expression of Brunello year after year. This shows a touch of bright acidity, formed thanks to a cooler than average growing season, and is backed by aromas of forest fruit and cola. Full flavors of tobacco and spice carry the wine smoothly over the palate.",,45,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Caparzo 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caparzo-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Caparzo ,White,France,"Since this is 100% Sauvignon Blanc, it is intensely crisp, with grapefruit flavors and bright acidity that lead into a lemongrass aftertaste. It's clean and fresh, and is likely to mature quickly.",,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Couhins-Lurton 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-couhins-lurton-2010-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Couhins-Lurton ,Red,France,"Densely tannic while also fruity, this is a product of ripe fruits that give a black currant flavor as well as a solid structure. The acidity gives great lift to the end of this finely made wine.",,14,91,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Chantemerle 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chantemerle-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Chantemerle ,Red,France,"This is a very complete wine, with all the fruit and tannin elements in place. There's a fine and rich character here as well as a more austere, mineral side. The combination results in supporting tannins, dark fruits and good aging potential.",,15,91,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Haut Dina 2010 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-dina-2010-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Haut Dina 14.3,Red,US,"This Pinot Noir is earthy but fruity with Bing cherry and a long-lasting raspberry-liqueur note on the finish. Rich and deep with plenty of acidity, it'll pair expertly with pork, chicken and anything wrapped in bacon.",Block 7,55,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Masút 2011 Block 7 Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masut-2011-block-7-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Masút 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a Brunello with nice complexity and emerging aromas of ginger, cola, cassis, cherry and dried Indian spice. Ultimately, this is a compact and elegant wine with tight tannins, bright acidity and a focused, clean style. Pair it with meat dishes or oven-roasted pasta.",,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Bosco di Grazia 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolsignano-2008-grazia-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Il Bosco di Grazia 14.1,Red,US,"A pretty Pinot, earthy and complex, that's perfumed with strawberry jam, violets and candied orange. It's delicate in personality, yet retains plenty of heft and backbone on the palate. Aromatically memorable, pair it with spiced Moroccan lamb in cardamom and cinnamon spices.",Londer Vineyard,54,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Fulcrum 2010 Londer Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulcrum-2010-londer-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Fulcrum 14,Red,Italy,"This riserva Brunello offers plenty of dark intensity and fruity concentration with tones of tobacco, cassis, plum, cigar box and blackberry preserves. The thickness and fullness of the bouquet is broken down by the freshness of the mouthfeel and those dry, elegant tannins.",Zebras,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Villa I Cipressi 2007 Zebras (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-i-cipressi-2007-zebras-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Villa I Cipressi 14.1,Red,US,"It's easy to see why Silver Oak remains so popular with the restaurant crowd. It's made in a more restrained style than many other Napa Cabs. There's plenty of berry and currant fruit as well as oak, but it's accompanied by tobacco and herbs that give the wine an earthiness. What the wine lacks in dazzle it more than makes up for in elegance and subtlety. Should develop well for at least a decade.",,110,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silver Oak 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-oak-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Silver Oak 14.7,Red,US,"Very rich and ripe with fruit, with layers of raspberry jam, pomegranate, Dr. Pepper and toasty new oak. The tannins are smooth and the acidity balanced. Tasty now, and should age well for 6–8 years.",Proprietor's Reserve,45,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Kastania 2008 Proprietor's Reserve Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kastania-2008-proprietors-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kastania 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a big, rich, full-bodied and tannic young Syrah. Bone dry, it shows concentrated blackberry essence, dried currant and cedar flavors, with hints of smoked meat, black pepper and tobacco. Very finely structured, it captures the tannic purity that the Santa Maria Valley lends to Syrah. Drink now–2018.",,30,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Nagy 2010 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nagy-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,Nagy 14.5,Red,US,"So rich and fruity, it's hard to keep from drinking this wine now, although it should develop bottle complexity over the next decade. It floods the mouth with flavors of blackberry, cherry, currant, mocha and toasty oak, all wrapped with firm, astringent tannins.",Reserve,80,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mount Veeder 2008 Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-veeder-2008-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Mount Veeder 14,Red,Spain,"This blend of Syrah and Cabernet from Manchuela is earthy, baked and mature, with an intriguing mix of peppery spice aromas, leafiness and stewed fruit notes. The palate is rich in feel, with baked berry, dark spice, tobacco and licorice flavors. Overall, this is a rooty, earthy wine to drink now.",Noviembre,50,91,Central Spain,Manchuela,,Finca El Monegrillo 2007 Noviembre Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Manchuela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-monegrillo-2007-noviembre-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-manchuela/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Finca El Monegrillo 14,Red,Italy,"This shows sophisticated aromas of cured meat, Indian spice and dried tobacco that sit as subtle afterthoughts at the back of the bouquet. The core of the wine is dominated by dark cherry and plum fruit. Firmly structured and still young, the wine needs a few more years to evolve.",,75,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria Scopone 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-scopone-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Fattoria Scopone 14,Red,South Africa,"Eenzaamheid—Dutch for solitude—is named in honor of the isolated vineyard that the grapes for this wine are sourced from. It leads with forward aromas of brambly forest berry, game and tree bark, alongside soft hints of cocoa and coffee. Medium weight with a ripe, fruity mouthfeel and earthy pepper notes that remain through the finish. Well balanced and structured; drink now–2016.",Eenzaamheid,37,91,Paarl,,,Fairview 2009 Eenzaamheid Shiraz (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairview-2009-eenzaamheid-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-paarl/,Shiraz,2009,Fairview 14,Red,Italy,"The delicate and playful bouquet offers tight aromas of small berry fruit, ginger, cola, cedar and a touch of black tar or graphite. The aromatic complexity is intriguing. In the mouth however, the wine's bright acidity is still a bit sharp and raw at this young stage. Hold 5–10 years.",,50,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Brunelli Martoccia 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brunelli-martoccia-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Brunelli Martoccia 15,Red,Argentina,"This is an elegant wine that shows that Argentinean reds can improve with time. Tobacco, clay dust and dry spice comprise the bouquet. It's tight and well structured in the mouth, with chocolate, herb and baked berry flavors. A chocolaty aftertaste completes the picture. Drink this blend of Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cab Franc now through 2015.",Pasionado Cuatro Cepas,50,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andeluna 2005 Pasionado Cuatro Cepas Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2005-pasionado-cuatro-cepas-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Andeluna 14.9,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet is a blend of Oak Knoll, Oakville and St. Helena fruit. It's flashy, impressive, and a fine representation of Napa Valley. Dry, full bodied and tannic, it's concentrated with blackberry, black currant, baking spice and cedar flavors. Drink now–2017.",Syn3rgy,65,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,B Cellars 2009 Syn3rgy Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2009-syn3rgy-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,B Cellars ,Red,France,"A rich, well-balanced wine, this reveals both ripe black plum flavors and sweet tannins. With concentration, full fruits and a layer of acidity, this is an impressive wine for long-term aging.",,27,91,Bordeaux,Francs Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château le Priolat 2010 Francs Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-priolat-2010-red-francs-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château le Priolat 13.5,Red,Italy,"This gorgeous Cabernet Sauvignon opens with an inky dark color and beautifully intense aromas of blackberry, currant, spice, leather, pipe tobacco and licorice. The wine delivers weight, density and power that lasts long on the palate and gives momentum to it's thickly layered mouthfeel.",Coniale,55,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castellare di Castellina 2008 Coniale Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2008-coniale-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Castellare di Castellina 14,Red,Italy,"Giacomo Neri almost always delivers fireworks with each new release of his Brunello. This 2008 is slightly less sparkly, although it does show even consistency and excellent balance. Concentrated cherry and blackberry fruit give way to cola, spice and tobacco. The finish is firmly structured and acidic.",,50,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casanova di Neri 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casanova-neri-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Casanova di Neri 13.9,Red,US,"Tough and hard, this is a Cabernet that tastes old fashioned with its dry, tannic astringency. It certainly marches to a different beat, even for the Diamond Mountain District that's known for difficult tannins. Will it age? There's a solid core of black currant and green olive flavor that suggests it will. Hold until 2018, at least.",,65,91,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Wallis Family Estate 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wallis-family-estate-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Wallis Family Estate 14,Red,Italy,"Black cherry fruit is followed by notes of espresso, leather, crushed granite, cola and licorice. The wine shows bright acidity in the mouth but it also has enough fruity pulp and density to soften that sharpness. Pair this wine with spicy baby-back ribs.",Campo di Marzo,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Valentiano 2008 Campo di Marzo (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-valentiano-2008-campo-marzo-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Il Valentiano 14,Red,Italy,"Il Cocco delivers a beautiful Brunello with an inky dark appearance and savory notes of cured meat, leather and dark fruit. There's a touch of bitter almond on the close that gives the wine brightness and crispness.",,80,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Cocco 2007 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-cocco-2007-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Il Cocco 14,Red,Italy,"Soft tones of toasted almond, cinnamon, nutmeg and espresso make for a bold and powerful bouquet. There's ample fruit, presented as dried blackberry and cassis, that gives the wine the heft it needs to support the tight tannic structure and acidity. Sour cherry flavors drive the lively finish.",,47,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Mocali 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Mocali 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Aromas of dark forest berry, smoke, cigar-box spice and tobacco leaf immediately waft from the glass of this forward and robust Pinotage. The wine's boldness continues to shine on the full palate, loaded with gripping tannins and layers of blackberry, boysenberry, roasted cocoa nib, pepper and toasted oak flavors. Drinkable now, but should benefit from some time in the cellar; try after 2015.",Guillermo,19,91,Swartland,,,Painted Wolf 2010 Guillermo Pinotage (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/painted-wolf-2010-guillermo-pinotage-swartland/,Pinotage,2010,Painted Wolf 14.5,Red,Italy,"Smoked bacon, pressed rose petal, moist pipe tobacco and savory spice give this wine a brawny, masculine personality. There's a touch of sour cherry on the close, and the wine boasts nice freshness overall. Pair it with polenta and stewed meat sauce.",Riserva,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Podere La Vigna 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-vigna-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Podere La Vigna 14.5,Red,Italy,"This opens with sweet notes of cinnamon spice, licorice and crème de cassis that seem so typical of the 2008 vintage. There's even a touch of softness in the mouth, followed by long, velvety tannins that keep the momentum strong. Pair this wine with succulent cuts of red meat marinated in rosemary.",,59,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Podere Brizio 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-brizio-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Podere Brizio ,Red,France,"A tough, dark wine, needing considerable aging to bring out its balanced fruits. It has the feel of a serious, impressive wine, dominated by powerful tannins. Underneath, the fruit is dark, brooding and firm. Give this wine at least five years.",,35,91,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Domaine de l'A 2010 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-2010-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine de l'A 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a modern, plush and extracted wine that delivers bold spice, leather, bitter chocolate, cola and cassis. There's a nervous acidic vein throughout the wine and the tannins are still young and need time to age. Give this Brunello a few more years in the cellar.",Prime Donne,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 2008 Prime Donne (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donatella-cinelli-colombini-2008-prime-donne-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 14,Red,Italy,"A touch of plush spice and toasted espresso give this wine extra power and endurance in terms of its aromatic delivery. The mouthfeel is soft and plush, and fruit tones of red cherry and dried blackberry hold the wine tightly together on the palate. Fresh acidity caps the experience.",,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Colombaio 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colombaio-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Colombaio 15,Red,US,"High alcohol is the price you pay for the exceptional ripeness of this rich, lush Pinot Noir. It's so forward in cherry, red currant, cola and mocha flavors, but finishes totally dry. Great acidity brings a zesty balance to this deliciously drinkable Pinot.",Thornton Vineyard,45,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,De Loach 2010 Thornton Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2010-thornton-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,De Loach 14.5,Red,Italy,"Streamlined and polished, this is a delicate and dusty Brunello, with aromas of brimstone, lead pencil, cola, ginger, dried berry and cassis. There is a distant aroma of toasted nut, adding to the wine's overall complexity. Dry, tight and austere in the mouth.",,90,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta di Sesta 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sesta-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Tenuta di Sesta 14.5,Red,Italy,"Siro Pacenti is among a handful of producers who has successfully interpreted the challenging conditions of 2008 in Montalcino. This expression is darkly concentrated and rich, with fleshy fruit notes of black cherry and cassis backed by spice, leather and lingering tobacco.",Pelagrilli,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Siro Pacenti 2008 Pelagrilli (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siro-pacenti-2008-pelagrilli-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Siro Pacenti 13.9,Red,South Africa,"This is a ripe, bold and fruit-forward wine that's creamy, lush and easily drinkable now. Rich, dark-fruit notes of brambly berry, boysenberry and black plum are spiced with notes of coconut cream, vanilla bean and whole black peppercorn. Although it might be flavorful, it's also elegant and surprisingly quite accessible; drink now through 2016.",Redhill,32,91,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 2008 Redhill Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2008-redhill-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2008,Simonsig 14,Red,Italy,"Brunello Colleoni presents a bright portrait of Sangiovese fruit that is packed tight with layers of forest berry, cherry cola, cassis, raspberry and raw spice. The acidity is present but does not feel as sharp as some of the other wines form this cool vintage.",Colleoni,85,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Santa Maria 2008 Colleoni (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-maria-2008-colleoni-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Santa Maria ,Red,Italy,"This dark and brawny Brunello shows distant whiffs of cured meat, curry leaf, campfire and brimstone to frame its bright cherry essence. Silky tannins and lean fruit consistency is followed by bright, zippy freshness.",,69,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Polino 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-polino-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,San Polino 14.5,Red,Italy,"Tradizione stands out in a crowd of Brunellos thanks to that extra layer of intensity and richness it offers in both the nose and mouth. Ripe fruit, leather, prune and tobacco build momentum on the finish.",Tradizione,50,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Vitanza 2008 Tradizione (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-vitanza-2008-tradizione-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Tenuta Vitanza 12,Sparkling,France,"A pure, clean mineral-driven Champagne. It's very crisp, with a chalky texture, flavors of green apples and tight acidity. It's one of those Champagnes that needs time in the glass, because as it opens the flavors become more complex, bringing out yellow fruits as well as the underlying citrus.",Extra Blanc de Blancs Brut,65,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Jean-Noël Haton 2005 Extra Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-noel-haton-2005-extra-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2005,Jean-Noël Haton 14.5,Red,Italy,"Beautifully sweet cherry and bright forest fruit provide nice contrast against savory notes of spice and tobacco. This Brunello is balanced and bright, with firmly structured tannins and a flash of acidity on the close.",,65,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Le Gode 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-gode-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Le Gode 14,Red,Italy,"This unique Brunello shows aromas of ginger snap, cinnamon, cherry cola and wild forest berry. The aromas are delivered in a delicate manner, with tiny footprints, that add to the overall complexity and elegance of the experience. Violets, wet earth and button mushroom appear on the close.",,40,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Collina dei Lecci 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collina-lecci-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Collina dei Lecci 14.3,Red,US,"From a great Anderson Valley vineyard comes Londer's 2010 vintage—lush and satisfying in myriad ways. It opens with delicate rose petal and bright, blueberry fruit flavors, accented by a light, soft texture that builds weight on the finish. Pair with duck, pork or goat cheese salads.",Ferrington Vineyards,48,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Londer 2010 Ferrington Vineyards Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/londer-2010-ferrington-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Londer 14,Red,Spain,"Big, dark fruit aromas come with notes of tobacco, earth and violet flower. The palate feels layered and fresh, with a mix of berry fruit, vanilla, tobacco and spice flavors that culminate with vanilla, mocha and spice on the finish. This is a thorough Rioja to drink now through 2016.",Norte,95,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Pujanza 2007 Norte (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pujanza-2007-norte-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2007,Pujanza 14,Red,Italy,"Distant notes of roasted almond, campfire and cigar box give this wine a spicy, dusty personality. This is a very interesting wine: It's lean and not overtly intense but it does deliver supple and delicate fruit aromas that come forward in measured but consistent pulses. A touch of sour cherry marks the bright close.",,187,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio di Sotto 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-sotto-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Poggio di Sotto 14,Red,Italy,"This boutique producer delivers a wine with cherry, blackberry, rum cake, licorice, cola and dark chocolate aromas. The wine shows impressive aromatic intensity with lingering notes of leather and spice on the finish.",Riserva,55,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pinino 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinino-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Pinino ,Sparkling,France,"As it indicates, this is a rosé made from the natural color of the skins rather than blending in red wine. It's rich, as much a wine as a Champagne, with even a touch of tannin. Dry, with plenty of acidity to finish.",Rosé de Saignée Premier Cru,,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Larmandier-Bernier NV Rosé de Saignée Premier Cru (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larmandier-bernier-nv-rose-saignee-premier-cru-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Larmandier-Bernier 14,Red,Italy,"What this Brunello has going for it is the softness of its bouquet and immediate aromas of ripe cherry fruit, spice, chocolate and cedar. Careful barrel aging has softened the high acidity and gives the wine a more approachable and pleasurable style.",,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Lambardi 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambardi-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Lambardi 14.4,Red,US,"This is the first varietally-designated Cab Franc from Va Piano's estate vineyard. The blend includes 20% Merlot, and the fruit mix of both red and blue berries is delightful. Brown spices and a textural midpalate add to the pleasure. The finish carries appropriate hints of herb and stem.",Estate,48,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Va Piano 2009 Estate Cabernet Franc (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-2009-estate-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Va Piano 12,Sparkling,France,"Partly fermented in wood, this smooth, unctuous Champagne is at the same time delicately dry and lined with acidity. With its steely overtones, it's still a young Champagne, needing time to smooth out the sharp, youthful edges. Give it at least five years.",Blanc de Blancs Millésime Brut,120,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Yann Alexandre 2007 Blanc de Blancs Millésime Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yann-alexandre-2007-blanc-blancs-millesime-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2007,Yann Alexandre 14.5,Red,Italy,"Bright and cheerful in character, and immediate in terms of its aromatic delivery, this delivers coffee bean, candied fruit, blackberry, cherry cola and dried spice notes. There's a sweet element to the mouthfeel that is fleshed out by the wine's bright acidity.",,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Innocenti 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/innocenti-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Innocenti 14.8,Red,US,"Powerful, extracted blackberry, blueberry and chocolate flavors mark this wine. It shows its mountain origins in the thick tannins, but they're soft and smooth, in the modern style. Expensive, yes, but classy.",Reserve,96,91,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Keenan 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Keenan 14.6,Red,US,"Despite some very powerful fruit, this Pinot Noir shows remarkable restraint and a delicate texture. The raspberries, pomegranates and persimmons flavors are delicious ripe, yet the wine maintains a silky, refined dryness, and is balanced by fine acidity.",Proprietor's Reserve,45,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Kastania 2009 Proprietor's Reserve Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kastania-2009-proprietors-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Kastania 14.5,Red,Italy,"Raw spice, cola, dark fruit, leather and tobacco open the bouquet of this Brunello from one of the sunniest sides of the Montalcino denomination. Savory notes of cured meat and even a touch of campfire give the wine a dusty, but elegant feel on the close.",,39,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Molino di Sant'Antimo 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/molino-santantimo-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Molino di Sant'Antimo 12,Sparkling,France,"With some attractive, toasty age, this is a full and rich Champagne. It's finely balanced apple and citrus flavors are layered with hints of almonds. The “Extra” in the name refers to the range of wines from Haton rather than the level of dryness.",Extra Brut,90,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Jean-Noël Haton NV Extra Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-noel-haton-nv-extra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Jean-Noël Haton 14.5,Red,US,"Winemaker Andrew Murray brings his deft touch to this Syrah. It's dry, full bodied, tannic and complex, with nervy blackberry, licorice, grilled meat, ground pepper, wild thyme and toast flavors. Great with roasted lamb, grilled steak, short ribs.",Watch Hill Vineyard,30,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Andrew Murray 2011 Watch Hill Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-2011-watch-hill-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2011,Andrew Murray 14.9,Red,US,"At almost five years of age, this Cab still tastes young and fruity. It's incredibly dense with cherry pie, mocha and buttered cinnamon-toast flavors—distinctly New World—yet balanced with fine acidity and complex, ripe tannins. Drink it now with a great steak, simply prepared, with a brown butter sauce.",55% Slope,45,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Hidden Ridge 2008 55% Slope Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-ridge-2008-55-slope-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Hidden Ridge ,Red,France,"A solid, structured wine from the Despagne family, packed with ripe fruits and some fine yet dense tannins. With its wood character, this finely textured wine is obviously ready for some good aging.",,20,91,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Mont-Pérat 2010 Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mont-perat-2010-red-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Mont-Pérat 14.5,Red,Italy,"This vineyard-designate Brunello exhibits a dark, meaty style with thick concentration and a ruby color with amber highlights. The wine shows some pulpy fruit in the mouth, especially cherry, and smooth tannins. That soft dark fruit helps balance out the sharpness of the acidity.",Vigna Poggio Ronconi,90,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Citille di Sopra 2008 Vigna Poggio Ronconi (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/citille-sopra-2008-vigna-poggio-ronconi-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Citille di Sopra 15,Red,Italy,"If you like extra brawn in your Brunello, this wine is for you. It opens with a dark color and thick aromas of cassis, leather, spice and tobacco that hint at the power to come. The mouthfeel is streamlined and tight, but it also benefits from firm tannins and a bright acidic vein.",,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Caprili 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caprili-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Caprili 14.5,Red,Italy,"There's a fleshy and chewy quality to this wine that is reflected by its aromas of dark cherry, cured meat and tobacco. In the mouth, it shows density and firmness with a bright touch of acidity on the close.",,50,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Capanne Ricci 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capanne-ricci-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Capanne Ricci 14.5,Red,US,"This Pinot is so fabulous, it's easy to fall in love with. It comes as no surprise that this wine hails from the wonderful Talley-Rincon Vineyard. Light and silky, it's bright in citrusy acids. Dry on the palate, but with juicy raspberry and cherry flavors, and hints of mineral, spice and smoky oak for complexity. What a nice wine for drinking now.",Talley-Rincon Vineyard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Sinor-LaVallee 2010 Talley-Rincon Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinor-lavallee-2010-talley-rincon-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Sinor-LaVallee 14.2,Red,US,"Only estate-grown grapes go into this blend that's one third each Cab Franc and Merlot, plus one third a mix of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. It's already drinking well, with super fruit concentration bringing raspberry, blueberry and cherry together in a wine finished with luscious chocolaty oak flavors. Smooth and forward, it gathers itself and focuses through an engaging finish.",Estate Uniti Red,48,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Va Piano 2009 Estate Uniti Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-2009-estate-uniti-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2009,Va Piano 14.4,Red,US,"Spice rules this pure, estate-grown Syrah, which boasts a classic nose with streaks of compost, cured meats and oolong tea. Though the stem and herb flavors are abundant, they are swaddled in ripe black fruits and highlighted with licorice and coffee grounds from 22 months in barrel.",Estate,48,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Va Piano 2009 Estate Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-2009-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2009,Va Piano 14.2,Red,US,"Another voluptuous Cabernet from Terlato, this is rich and savory with black currant and mocha flavors. Smoky oak and soft but penetrating tannins add complexity. A beautiful, festive wine to drink now or over the next 4–5 years.",,72,92,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Terlato 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Terlato 14.5,Red,Italy,"Don Tommaso is a beautiful wine with ripe fruit aromas of blackberry and cherry backed by leather, spice and tobacco. The wine is super fine and silky with power and determination on the close.",Don Tommaso,48,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Principe Corsini Fattoria Le Corti 2007 Don Tommaso (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-corsini-fattoria-le-corti-2007-don-tommaso-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Principe Corsini Fattoria Le Corti 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a traditional and pristine interpretation of Sangiovese Grosso with bright fruit, leather, blue flower and dusty mineral tones at the back. Perfect to pair with red meat or pasta and home made meat sauce, this food-friendly Brunello shows the bright acidity needed to cut through those foods.",Pian di Conte Riserva,80,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Talenti 2007 Pian di Conte Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talenti-2007-pian-conte-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Talenti 14.5,Red,US,"The pedigree and vintage of these impeccably grown grapes are apparent in this wine. It's dry in style, but rich and concentrated with black cherries, cola, exotic spice and anise flavors, balanced with fine acidity and tannins. It's a big wine, and should develop bottle complexity over the next 5–6 years.",,38,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ryan Cochrane 2011 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ryan-cochrane-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Ryan Cochrane 13.9,Red,US,"Quite notable for its balance, this lovely Pinot shows a fine tension of acidity, tannins, oak and fruit. The overall effect is delightful, with a silky texture housing raspberry, cola, mushroom and sandalwood flavors. Good to drink now, but will easily develop over the next decade or so.",,35,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 2010 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-2010-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Truchard 14.9,Red,US,"Right off the bat, this Pinot impresses for sheer depth of fruity flavor. It's rich and showy with plums and cherries, spicy notes of tobacco and pine, and toasty, new oak. The tannin-acid structure is impeccably balanced. Delicious to drink now, but should also mature beautifully. A majority of the grapes come from the winery's Wayfarer Vineyard, in the new Fort Ross-Seaview appellation.",,75,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Pahlmeyer 2010 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pahlmeyer-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Pahlmeyer 14,Red,Italy,"Soft oak tones of toast, cinnamon, dark chocolate, espresso, licorice and cassis are seamlessly integrated with harmony and focus. The wine shows velvety softness with smooth tannins, a long finish and a bright point of acidity that keeps the palate refreshed. The style is modern and bold.",Vigna delle Raunate,55,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Mocali 2008 Vigna delle Raunate (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2008-vigna-delle-raunate-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Mocali 13.5,Red,US,"It's impossible to exaggerate the yummy factor of this silky, fruity Pinot Noir. While it has pleasant acidity, it's the raspberry, cherry, cinnamon and brown-sugar flavors that make it so appealing to drink now.",,35,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2010 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2010-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Merryvale 15,Red,Italy,This beautiful riserva opens with notes of dark cherry and chocolate followed by brambly tones of forest berry and cassis. There's a very dry and astringent quality to the mouthfeel with pretty notes of roasted espresso bean and candied fruit that add a little extra roundness to the finish.,Riserva,100,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fossacolle 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fossacolle-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Fossacolle 15,Red,Italy,"Still in evolution, this youthful Brunello starts off with lively fruit aromas of cherry and wild blackberry that underline the overall quality of the fruit. Then, slowly, dark tones of tobacco, toasted spice and cured meat fill in the rear. It shows balanced acidity that will help it age gracefully 10 years or longer.",,64,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fornacina 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fornacina-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Fornacina ,Red,France,"Sweetly fruity, this is full of attractive acidity and juicy black currant fruit. It's a wine that is developing fast; with its delicious fruits, it will be ready to drink soon.",,30,92,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Puy Arnaud 2010 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-puy-arnaud-2010-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Puy Arnaud ,Red,France,"Couhins is based around a research center, so it's not surprising that it makes a technically flawless wine. But there is much more to this 2010 with its dense tannins, spicy fruit, black plums and beautiful, balanced acidity. Age for 5–6 years.",,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Couhins 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-couhins-2010-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Couhins ,Red,France,"This big, rich, chocolaty wine is powerfully built with considerable extract. The wine is huge and solid, its tannins extreme and dense. At the same time, the juicy blackberry fruit drives the wine into an opulent aftertaste.",Les Pagodes de Cos,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos d'Estournel 2010 Les Pagodes de Cos (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-destournel-2010-pagodes-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Cos d'Estournel 14.5,Red,France,"Solidly based on its firm tannins, this is an impressive wine. Acidity and blackberry fruits are sewn together by the tannic structure. There is a touch of minerality as well, lending the wine to the promise of long-term aging.",,190,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Latour à Pomerol 2010 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-a-pomerol-2010-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Latour à Pomerol ,Red,Italy,"Not your everyday wine, this riserva shows brambly aromas of forest floor, wild berry, cedar, licorice, prune and spice cake. The oak tannins are dry and firm and the wine shows a bright touch of freshness on the close.",Riserva,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello di Velona 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-velona-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Castello di Velona 14.6,Red,US,"A distinguished Pinot Noir that shows its coastal origins in brisk tannins and citrusy acidity. Beneath the astringency and tartness are impressive cherry, currant, cola, sweet tobacco and sandalwood flavors that finish with great complexity and style. Certainly seems like a wine for the cellar. Your window of drinkability is 2015–2019.",The Ringneck,55,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Armanino Family Cellars 2011 The Ringneck Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armanino-family-cellars-2011-ringneck-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Armanino Family Cellars ,Red,Italy,This riserva opens with subtle tones of black olive and dark berry fruit that give the bouquet a broad and determined personality. Fresh acidity pops in in the mouth followed by finely structured tannins and more fruit freshness.,Riserva,70,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Canalicchio Franco Pacenti 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canalicchio-franco-pacenti-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Canalicchio Franco Pacenti 15,Red,Italy,"This darkly concentrated wine delivers rich flavors of black fruit, prune, leather, rum cake and cured meat. The wine is layered and complex, with touches of acidity and smoky oak flavors that give the wine momentum in the mouth.",Riserva Gemini,105,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Serena 2007 Riserva Gemini (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serena-2007-riserva-gemini-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,La Serena 13,Red,US,"This Cerise Vineyard Pinot is rich and bright and as delicious as a cherry tart. Silky and substantial, the finish has a pleasant herbal undertone that almost delves into leather. A great food-pairing wine, enjoy it with pork tenderloin or bacon-wrapped figs or dates.",Cerise Vineyard,60,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Chronicle 2010 Cerise Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chronicle-2010-cerise-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Chronicle ,Red,France,"Attractively ripe, this second wine from Château Léoville las Cases is initially fruity. The structure comes through only slowly to reveal itself.The wine is ripe yet shot through with acidity. Likely to develop quickly.",Le Petit Lion,100,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Las Cases 2010 Le Petit Lion (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-las-cases-2010-le-petit-lion-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Léoville Las Cases 14,Red,Italy,"Tenute Piccini comes from a dynamic Tuscan estate that makes wines at every price point. For their top shelf line, this riserva Brunello struts dark concentration and notes of jelly roll, dried raspberry, Spanish cedar, tobacco and leather. The wine offers a bright garnet color with power and fine tannins on the finish.",Villa al Cortile Riserva,50,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Piccini 2007 Villa al Cortile Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-2007-villa-al-cortile-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Piccini ,Red,Italy,"This estate, owned by Angelo Gaja, makes two expressions of Brunello. The 2008 Sugarille shows sharp acidity, but this wine offers more balance and harmony overall. It opens with beautiful floral tones of pressed violets and wild berry fruit while unfolding oak-driven aromas of spice and chocolate in a more subdued manner.",Rennina,175,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pieve Santa Restituta 2008 Rennina (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieve-santa-restituta-2008-rennina-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Pieve Santa Restituta 14.9,Red,US,"Lots of ripe, spicy complexity in this fine example of a Russian River Pinot Noir. It's dry and crisp in acidity, with pomegranate, cola, black cherry, mushroom and sandalwood flavors that are deep and long in the finish. Shows real class, and should develop in the bottle for 5–6 years.",The Whitewing,55,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Armanino Family Cellars 2011 The Whitewing Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armanino-family-cellars-2011-whitewing-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Armanino Family Cellars 14.8,Red,US,"A dazzling Merlot, rich and complex, offering immediately appealing waves of cherry pie, red currant, cola, mocha, brown sugar, cinnamon and sweet oak. Even though the tannins are thick, they're as soft as velvet. The structural integrity of this wine is pure Napa Valley and makes the wine particularly fine.",,55,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,La Jota Vineyard 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jota-vineyard-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,La Jota Vineyard 14,Red,Italy,"La Gerla always strives to preserve the territorial characteristics of its wines. Yet, beyond the distinguishing characteristics of Sangiovese—the bright red fruit and the tangy acidity—is a modern wine that is interpreted within a context of oak spice, dark extraction and a sweet chocolate finish.",,45,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Gerla 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerla-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Gerla 14.5,Red,South Africa,"The 2009 Gypsy, unlike the 2008, includes no Mourvèdre in the blend, meaning it's just Grenache and Syrah, at about half each. This is a powerful and intense wine, with forward aromas and flavors of cherry, black plum and boysenberry that are spiced with notes of crushed purple florals, black pepper and licorice. With medium-plus tannins, bold flavors, a firm texture and a long finish, this is one that is both drinking well now and should also age nicely through 2016.",The Gypsy,65,92,Stellenbosch,,,Ken Forrester 2009 The Gypsy Grenache-Syrah (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2009-gypsy-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-stellenbosch/,Grenache-Syrah,2009,Ken Forrester 14.7,Red,US,"This is a remarkably detailed Cabernet that shows off everything Napa has to give in the way of flash and richness. It's dry, yet lush with ripe blackberry, blueberry and cassis flavors and plenty of toasty new oak. The tannins are as soft and complex as any in the world, making this wine beautiful to drink now.",Beckstoffer Georges III,95,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Keating 2010 Beckstoffer Georges III Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keating-2010-beckstoffer-georges-iii-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Keating 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is an impressive wine. Like its name suggests, Terra Rossa (red earth) is bold and opulent with unrelenting aromas of dark berry, leather, spice and chocolate fudge. Toasted-oak notes fill in the background and remind you that this is a modern expression of Brunello that will appeal to those who love a soft and layered style. All that rich red fruit softens the natural acidity of the vintage.",Terra Rossa,45,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Poggiolo E. Cosimi 2008 Terra Rossa (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggiolo-e-cosimi-2008-terra-rossa-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Il Poggiolo E. Cosimi ,Red,Italy,"Dark fruit and a meaty consistency make for a bold and delicious first impression. The wine delivers layers of cherry, blackberry spice, leather and spicy tobacco. The wine shows some modern oak touches of vanilla softness, but by no means in an exaggerated fashion.",Agricola Centolani Riserva,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Friggiali 2007 Agricola Centolani Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-friggiali-2007-agricola-centolani-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Tenuta Friggiali 14,Red,US,"Joseph Swan and Araujo alum Matt Taylor made this wine with grapes from outside of Forestville, in the cooler southwestern part of the valley. It's a sumptuous Pinot Noir with a depth of raspberry, cherry, cola and mocha flavors, and earthier notes of mushrooms and oak for added complexity. Fine acidity and smooth tannins make it great to drink now and over the next 2–3 years.",,70,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Reuling Vineyard 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reuling-vineyard-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Reuling Vineyard 14.5,Red,US,"Hits the ground running with wonderful flavors of raspberries, cherries, red licorice and toasty oak, anchored by coffee and mushroom notes. The acidity is mouthwatering, and the texture silky and clean. Should easily develop over the next six years, but it's delicious now as well.",Aubaine Vineyards,40,92,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Sinor-LaVallee 2010 Aubaine Vineyards Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinor-lavallee-2010-aubaine-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Sinor-LaVallee ,Red,Italy,"Here is a balanced and generous expression from the wonderful 2007 vintage that shows integrated oak tones against ripe cherry, blackberry and prune. There's a dusty background note of brimstone and wet river stone that gives this Brunello riserva an extra touch of sophistication. Elegance is this wine's strong suit.",Riserva,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Villa Poggio Salvi 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-poggio-salvi-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Villa Poggio Salvi ,Red,Italy,"The 2008 “annata” Brunello from this same producer is one of the best wines made that vintage. Its 2007 riserva (released at the same time) shows dark berry, tobacco and spice. The wine is soft and plush with bright acidity and finely textured tannins. Pair this with succulent cuts of red meat.",Riserva,125,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Uccelliera 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/uccelliera-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Uccelliera 13.2,Red,US,"For the second year in a row Sheldon has turned out a lovely, spicy, highly unusual Graciano from Lodi's diverse Ripken Vineyard. Give it time in the glass and be rewarded with peppery spice, bright almost-sour red fruit (pomegranate and cranberry, mostly). This wine is a master class in balance—mild in alcohol yet bursting in flavor, acidity and personality.",Ripken Vineyard,42,92,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sheldon 2010 Ripken Vineyard Graciano (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldon-2010-ripken-vineyard-spanish-red-graciano-central-valley-lodi/,Graciano,2010,Sheldon 12.5,Sparkling,France,"An attractively ripe and mature wine with a great balance between the orangy citrus fruits and a tight, taut, mineral texture. The wine is rich in its dosage and fruitiness while showing signs of maturer toast and almond flavors. However, it could still age.",Clos des Bouveries Brut,75,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Duval-Leroy 2005 Clos des Bouveries Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duval-leroy-2005-clos-bouveries-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2005,Duval-Leroy ,Red,Italy,"With a deep, dark color and broad aromatic delivery, this is a wine that evolves beautifully in the glass. You are greeted by ripe tones of black fruit, plum cake, prune, leather, licorice stick and Spanish cedar. The tannins are polished and bright, rendering a touch of elegance on the close.",Riserva,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Donna Olga 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donna-olga-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Donna Olga 15,Red,US,"This wine is so silky, it glides over the palate like a cool stream. Then the flavors kick in—fabulously rich in raspberry and cherry jam, vanilla and spicy sandalwood, brightened by crisp acidity. The verdict: A beautiful Pinot Noir, lush and fine, for drinking over the next four years, especially with something that includes mushrooms.",Van der Kamp Vineyard,45,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,De Loach 2010 Van der Kamp Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2010-van-der-kamp-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2010,De Loach 14.5,Red,Italy,"From one of the most beautiful wine properties in Tuscany (owned by artist Sandro Chia and managed by his son Filippo), this gorgeous Brunello shows elegance, pedigree and quality fruit. Blackberry and bright cherry are backed by warmer tones of tobacco and cigar box. There's ageworthy structure and freshness too.",,50,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Romitorio 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-romitorio-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Castello Romitorio 13.7,Red,US,"So delicately structured, yet so insistently rich, this wine's texture is pure silk. Tart and dry on the palate, it's remarkably complex with sweet-and-spicy, brown-sugared raspberry and cherry flavors that give total satisfaction. No reason to age this beauty, just enjoy it now.",Devil's Gulch Ranch Andromeda,45,92,California,North Coast,Marin County,Sean Thackrey 2009 Devil's Gulch Ranch Andromeda Pinot Noir (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-thackrey-2009-devils-gulch-ranch-andromeda-pinot-noir-north-coast-marin-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Sean Thackrey 15,Red,Italy,"Oak flavors of spice and vanilla are not completely integrated in this young wine, but they are well on their way to finding optimal balance. Luscious dark cherry, wet earth, cured meat, black pepper and clove give the wine a savory, exotic appeal. Give it two or three more years.",Riserva,75,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Fornace 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fornace-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,La Fornace 14,Red,Italy,"Renieri's riserva opens with a darkly concentrated appearance and savory aromas of dark fruit, prune, cured meat and teriyaki sauce. The wine shows soft, slightly chewy density followed by bright acidity that helps it achieve balance overall.",Riserva,70,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Renieri 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Renieri 15,Red,Italy,"Owned by Massimo Ferragamo of the famed Italian fashion house, this beautiful wine presents the round and velvety side of Sangiovese Grosso, with lingering tones of dark fruit, prune, chocolate and spice. The wine shows structure and acidity at the back for long aging potential and sports a modern, soft personality overall. The annata Brunello rivals vineyard designate Campo del Drago this year.",,45,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castiglion del Bosco 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castiglion-bosco-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Castiglion del Bosco 14,Red,Italy,"Savory notes of pipe tobacco and dark chocolate mingle with fresh tones of cherry and blackberry. Behind all those pretty aromas are subtle mineral dustings of crushed granite and smoky ash. The mouthfeel is lean, compact and silky in texture.",Vigneto Manachiara Riserva,107,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenute Silvio Nardi 2007 Vigneto Manachiara Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-silvio-nardi-2007-vigneto-manachiara-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Tenute Silvio Nardi 14,Red,Italy,"Voted among the best Brunellos by a group of winemaking peers, Caparzo's riserva is beautifully balanced and layered with chocolate, cherry, leather, blackberry and lingering spice notes. The wine shows freshness and elegance on the finish thanks to the silky nature of the mouthfeel.",Riserva,85,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Caparzo 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caparzo-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Caparzo ,Red,France,A complex wine that shows its power through a subtle mix of tannins and solid fruits. It has the freshness as well as the structure of the vintage. Definitely for aging.,,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Moulin Saint-Georges 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moulin-saint-georges-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Moulin Saint-Georges ,Red,France,"A dense and very tannic second wine from Lafite-Rothschild. Ripe fruits from juicy Merlot balance its power and give sweetness. It's a rich, fine wine, with the tannins of the vintage never too prominent. For medium-term aging.",Carruades de Lafite,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lafite Rothschild 2010 Carruades de Lafite (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafite-rothschild-2010-carruades-de-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lafite Rothschild 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Vanilla cream and raspberry sauce lead the bouquet of this Bordeaux-stlye blend, followed by darker fruit tones of boysenberry, plum and black cherry. Those notes continue on to the palate, filling the mouth and lending lushness to the crushed velvet texture. Strong but balanced, with a long, evolving finish that ends of a spicy, sweet-smoke accent. Drink now–2016.",Series M,56,92,Paarl,,,Vilafonté 2009 Series M Red (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vilafonte-2009-series-m-red-paarl/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Vilafonté ,Red,Italy,"Brunello Val di Suga is a compact and elegant wine that paints aromas of cherry, chocolate and spice with broad brush strokes. The wine is upbeat and cheerful (thanks to all those fresh fruit aromas) with firm structure and bright acidity on the close. Give the wine just a few more years to evolve for best results.",Val di Suga,61,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenimenti Angelini 2008 Val di Suga (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-angelini-2008-val-suga-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Tenimenti Angelini 14.8,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-style blend shows the promise of the Coombsville area. It's rich in chocolate, blackberry jam and toasty oak, wrapped into layers of insanely smooth, refined tannins. Really shows off the modern style of Napa Cabernet in a decadent way. Should develop well in the bottle for at least a decade.",Estate Blend,75,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sodaro 2009 Estate Blend Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sodaro-2009-estate-blend-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Sodaro 15.5,Red,Argentina,"This small-production blend of Syrah and Cabernet is ready to drink and showing all sorts of complexity and class. Mature oak aromas frame tobacco, cedar and mild fruit scents. It's fine on the palate, with raspberry and plum flavors mixed with coconut, vanilla and earth. Only 200 cases made; drink now through 2015.",,85,92,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2006 Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2006-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-sauvignon-uco-valley/,Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,O. Fournier 15,Red,Spain,"This modern wine is blocky, minty and dark as night on the bouquet. In the mouth, it's lush but with some hardness to the tannins. Flavors of blackberry, lemon peel and coffee are sultry and dark, while the finish overflows with toast, licorice, spice and chewiness. Drink now–2018.",Numanthia,60,92,Northern Spain,Toro,,Numanthia 2009 Numanthia (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/numanthia-termes-sl-2009-numanthia-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2009,Numanthia 14.9,Red,US,"An unusual combination of Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese and Syrah, and quite a successful one. This wine exemplifies the art of the blend with seamless flavors of black currants, cherries, roasted meats, dark chocolate, licorice and exotic spices, and deft intengration of oak. The tannins are considerable, but negotiable. Drink now–2017.",Blend 24,49,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,B Cellars 2009 Blend 24 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2009-blend-24-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,B Cellars 13.5,Red,US,"This wine is pale in color, and although only three-plus-years-old, seems delicate and almost fragile in the way of an older wine. Complex with notes of mushrooms, cola, sour cherry candy and cranberries, the palate is surprisingly powerful and insistent. Crisp with acidity, it's just lovely now, but should develop additional bottle complexity for 5–6 more years.",Historic Vineyards Collection Bien Nacido Vineyard,30,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Au Bon Climat 2009 Historic Vineyards Collection Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2009-historic-collection-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Au Bon Climat 14.9,Red,US,"An interesting blend of fruit from both warm and cool areas, this wine is dry, tannic and complex with flavors of blackberries, currants, cured meats, black pepper and cedar. Good as it is now, it will continue to develop well over the next decade.",Blend 25,62,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,B Cellars 2009 Blend 25 Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2009-blend-25-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2009,B Cellars ,Red,France,"A complex wine with firm acidity and ripe black currant notes. The fruit is juicy, and the palate finely structured. The small property, owned by André Lurton, is improving with every vintage.",,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Couhins-Lurton 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-couhins-lurton-2010-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Couhins-Lurton 14,Red,Italy,"Camigliano's Brunellos are always distinctive thanks to the estate's positioning on the lower slopes of the Montalcino denomination in a location prized for grape-growing since ancient times. The beautiful 2007 riserva shows dark chocolate, bright cherry and leather. The oak influences still need time to settle down.",Gualto Riserva,80,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Camigliano 2007 Gualto Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camigliano-2007-gualto-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Camigliano ,Red,Italy,"Frescobaldi's Castelgiocondo is a protagonist in the Brunello school that prioritizes bold, modern expressions of the Sangiovese Grosso grape. This vintage shows pulpy fruit, soft spice and chocolate backed by dark concentration. The mouthfeel is generous and full with a thick, velvety texture.",,75,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castelgiocondo 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelgiocondo-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Castelgiocondo 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Brunello opens with dark concentration, balance and harmony. The spice component versus the fresh fruit works very nicely together, and the wine shows the pulp, consistency and grit to age for more years to come. Plush fruit and smooth tannins leave a lasting impression.",,85,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Poggione 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggione-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Il Poggione 14,Red,Italy,"This dark and masculine Brunello offers black cherry, cassis, prune and spice aromas backed by touches of chocolate and leather. The wine is smooth and rich on the close with a long, supple finish.",,99,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Palazzone 2007 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-palazzone-2007-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Il Palazzone 14.1,Red,US,"Rich, ripe and dramatically layered with black currant, licorice and oak flavors that turn a little raisiny on the finish. Although it's very dry, there's ripeness in the fruit. Flashy enough to drink now, and should slowly mellow over 5–6 years.",Black Ridge Vineyard,35,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Folkway 2009 Black Ridge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folkway-2009-black-ridge-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Folkway 14.9,Red,US,"Blended with a little Cabernet Sauvignon, this Petit Verdot succeeds wildly in appealing to the senses. It's rich, dry and smooth in tannins with intense oak, blackberry and chocolate flavors, with a little bit of warmth on the finish. Ready to drink now.",Estate,75,92,California,Napa,St. Helena,Merryvale 2009 Estate Petit Verdot (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2009-estate-petit-verdot-napa-st-helena/,Petit Verdot,2009,Merryvale 14.5,Red,Spain,"What's great about this wine is how it blends modernity, meaning ripeness, with traditional aromas and flavors of tobacco, earth and oak. The nose is a symphony of marzipan, tobacco and dried fruit scents, while the palate is fresh, alert and houses flavors of baked cherry, plum, vanilla and mossy earth. Pure and smooth on the finish; drink now through 2018.",Reserva,35,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Montevannos 2005 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevannos-2005-reserva-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Montevannos 15.5,Red,US,"The esteemed Hyde Vineyard is in Carneros, and is the source for some incredible Syrahs from winemakers like Joseph Phelps and the Hyde Vineyard label itself, and Mira now joins that list. The wine is wonderful. Made from 100% Syrah, it's high in alcohol, offering rich, dense waves of blackberry and blueberry jam, chocolate, peppercorn and vanilla.",Hyde Vineyard,48,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mira 2009 Hyde Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mira-2009-hyde-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2009,Mira 13.5,Red,Italy,"Therra is a dense and round blend of Sangiovese, Montepulciano, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot that offers pretty harmony between its dark fruit side and it exotic spice component. Lingering notes of cherry, chocolate and leather drive the long finish.",Therra,25,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,PoderNuovo a Palazzone 2009 Therra Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podernuovo-a-palazzone-2009-therra-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,PoderNuovo a Palazzone 14.5,Red,Italy,"This wine shows beautiful results with a darkly concentrated appearance and bright aromas of prune, leather and tobacco. The wine is balanced and crisp, with lingering red cherry and chocolate flavors, but ultimately the purity of wine puts it slightly ahead of this estates's other vineyard-designate Brunello.",,70,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Citille di Sopra 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/citille-sopra-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Citille di Sopra 14.5,Red,US,"Enormously rich, soft and velvety, this wine defines the cult-Napa style of Cabernet Sauvignon. Really impresses with the sheer power of its chocolate, blackberry and blueberry jam, cassis liqueur and new oak flavors. Hard to imagine it aging well, so drink up.",Lynch Family Vineyard,125,92,California,Napa,Calistoga,Bennett Lane 2009 Lynch Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennett-lane-2009-lynch-family-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Bennett Lane 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is an austere and tightly assembled wine that doles out fine points of cherry, spice and forest floor that give the wine a bright and polished personality. The mouthfeel is lean and compact, but this is by no means a simple wine. In fact, its nuanced complexity really shows on the finish.",Assunto Riserva,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Bellaria 2007 Assunto Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellaria-2007-assunto-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Bellaria 14,Red,South Africa,"Simonsig's Redhill Pinotage is consistently an excellent example of the variety done right, and the 2009 doesn't disappoint. It's brimming with assertive dark-fruit aromas and flavors of boysenberry, mulberry and plum, all jazzed up with spicy notes of vanilla, pepper and bittersweet cocoa powder. The mouthfeel is lush and full but not fat, with a texture like crushed velvet. Concentrated, firmly structured and balanced, while it's delicious now with a big steak, it will surely develop more depth and nuance with some time in the cellar. Drink 2015–2020.",Redhill,32,92,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 2009 Redhill Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2009-redhill-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2009,Simonsig ,Red,Italy,"Exhibiting a bold and modern style, Brunello Helichrysum shows soft oak tones of chocolate and sweet spice behind blackberry and cassis. The wine offers inky dark concentration with some heat, polished tannins and a plump but determined finish. Ultimately, the thick density balances out the wine's natural acidity.",Helichrysum,85,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Polino 2008 Helichrysum (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-polino-2008-helichrysum-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,San Polino 14.9,Red,Argentina,"This old-vines Malbec is ripe to the max as it teeters towards raisniny but pulls back with the help of graphite and mild herbal aromas. The palate is big and forward, with a slight acidic bite that keeps it fresher than some hefty Argentine Malbecs. As for flavors, look for a mix of oak, plum, blackberry, tomato and herbs in front of a complex finish. Drink now through 2016.",Primeras Viñas,49,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lagarde 2010 Primeras Viñas Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2010-primeras-vinas-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Lagarde 14,Red,Italy,"Generous, with tertiary aromas of cured meat, leather and tobacco, this is a spicy and savory Brunello riserva that offers more in terms of black pepper, crushed mineral, licorice and prune than it does fresh berry fruit. But that's not a problem whatsoever because those beautifully aged flavors give the wine a sophisticated twist.",Riserva,95,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,SassodiSole 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sassodisole-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,SassodiSole ,Red,Italy,Luce della Vite opens with an inky dark appearance and added extraction that is hard to find otherwise in 2008 Brunello. Soft aromas of cherry and blackberry are followed by supple fragrances of leather and spice. There is fruit pulp in the mouth and the wine's extra richness really helps to balance out its acidity and those still-young tannins.,,93,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Luce della Vite 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luce-della-vite-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Luce della Vite 14.3,Red,US,"A very earthy Pinot Noir with tinges of mushroom and leather. This is a fine, sipping wine that's concentrated and smooth. A perfect companion to rustic foods, like pork tenderloin or richly sauced pulled-pork sandwiches.",Block 11,55,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Masút 2011 Block 11 Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masut-2011-block-11-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Masút 14.5,Red,US,"This Cabernet blend shows the future of the new Coombsville region, which was officially approved as an appellation in 2011. It's a powerful wine with penetrating blackberry, currant and mocha flavors, while the structure is especially fine and firm.",Felicity,55,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sodaro 2009 Felicity Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sodaro-2009-felicity-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Sodaro 13.5,Red,Italy,"Father and son team, Giovanni and Paolo Bulgari, have sold their controlling interest in their jewelry dynasty and have now turned their focus to wine. This pure expression of Cabernet Franc from sunny Tuscany shows balance and power without being too extracted or rich. In fact, this is a delicate wine with pure tones of blackberry, leather and spice. Hold 5–10 years.",Argirio,,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,PoderNuovo a Palazzone 2009 Argirio Cabernet Franc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podernuovo-a-palazzone-2009-argirio-cabernet-franc-toscana/,Cabernet Franc,2009,PoderNuovo a Palazzone ,Sparkling,France,"Although it's not indicated on the label, this is a Blanc de Blancs from Chardonnay. It is warm and ripe, with a soft texture allied to fresh acidity. Orange and lemon zest give a great lift to this rounded wine.",Latitude Extra Brut,,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Larmandier-Bernier NV Latitude Extra Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larmandier-bernier-nv-latitude-extra-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Larmandier-Bernier ,Red,Italy,"Brunello Madonna Nera is a new product (this wine represents consulting enologist Carlo Ferrini's first stab at this particular project) with plush fruit and tobacco backed by brimstone, crushed granite and black pepper. The wine's personality is dark, brawny and rich.",Madonna Nera,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Madonna 2008 Madonna Nera (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-madonna-2008-nera-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Madonna 15,Red,Italy,"There's an exotic touch of Indian spice and teriyaki sauce upfront that later segues to bright cherry fruit, leather and tobacco. The fruit feels ripe and soft, and the mouthfeel is firmly structured, polished and tight. Drink after 2015.",Riserva,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Innocenti 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/innocenti-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Innocenti 14,Red,Italy,"The Antinori family's Brunello estate has seen ups and downs in terms of wine consistency over the past five years. But 2008 delivers an honest and nicely concentrated expression that seems to benefit beautifully from the slightly warmer temperatures in its lower altitude vineyards. Dark chocolate, cherry fruit and barbecue spice appear on the finish.",Pian delle Vigne,75,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Marchesi Antinori 2008 Pian delle Vigne (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2008-pian-delle-vigne-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Marchesi Antinori 14.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy strawberry, plum and cherry aromas are fruity but also sly and complex. The palate on this Tempranillo is big, satisfying and only mildly tannic, with soft, rich berry flavors touched up by butter and vanilla. Keeping that theme in play, the finish is oaky but not cloying or sticky. Drink now through 2017.",,90,92,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Aldeasoña 2006 Tinto del Pais (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aldeasona-2006-tempranillo-tinto-pais-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tinto del Pais,2006,Aldeasoña 13.5,Red,Italy,"This biodynamic blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc opens with an inky, dense appearance and super intense aromas of blackberry, dark spice, tobacco and dried rosemary. The wine boasts a polished and direct feel in the mouth with tight, finely structured tannins. Let it age five years or more.",Altrovino,39,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Duemani 2009 Altrovino Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duemani-2009-altrovino-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Duemani 14.5,Red,Italy,"Fattoi's Brunello delivers impressive intensity and dark berry nuances followed by tobacco, leather and blackberry pie. There's a touch of ripe and opulent fruit on the close followed by tangy acidity. This wine will hold nicely for many more years to come.",,62,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoi 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoi-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Fattoi 14.5,Red,Italy,"The great thing about this Brunello from Fanti is that it delivers complexity and intensity, but remains approachable and user friendly nonetheless. It's like a comfortable cashmere coat: There's class and elegance with a utilitarian side. Pair it with tri-tip slow cooked over coals.",,70,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fanti 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fanti-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Fanti ,Red,France,"A wine that is deliciously perfumed from the 25% Cabernet Franc in the blend. The wine has very ripe black fruits, with contrasting intense acidity, toast and dark chocolate. It's powerful and concentrated, with good aging potential.",,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Nenin 2010 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nenin-2010-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Nenin 16,Red,France,"Clocking in at 16%, this is a massive wine. Heady smoky wood aromas have given the wine a dry character. The immense palate has bitterness, extract and a solid core of tannins. It has considerable weight, just beginning to develop, although the alcohol does show through at the end.",,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Troplong Mondot 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-troplong-mondot-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Troplong Mondot 14.5,Red,US,"This is an absolutely lovely Pinot Noir that's softly refined and balanced, yet so complex. It's silky and dry, with waves of raspberries and cherries, red currants, mocha, red licorice and sautéed wild mushrooms. Drink now–2015 for fresh appeal.",OFS,40,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2010 OFS Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2010-ofs-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,De Loach 14.5,Red,Italy,"There's a steady, balanced approach to this Brunello that sees seamless integration of red fruit, cassis, leather, cola and dried rosemary aromas. Bright acidity only serves to underline its overall liveliness. Very different from the softer 2007 vintage, this wine will appeal to those who appreciate a more traditional style.",,45,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Capanna 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capanna-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Capanna 14.5,Red,US,"Gobs of jammy blackberry and cherry fruit mark this dynamic young wine, along with enticing notes of spice, mocha and toasty oak. The tannins are thick, but velvety, making it drinkable now. The Knights Valley appellation is a kind of high-elevation bridge between Sonoma County and Napa Valley; the wine shows true Mayacamas Mountain intensity. Drink now–2020.",Reserve,60,92,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Beringer 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Beringer 14,Red,Italy,"Poggio alle Mura is a cru expression of Brunello from a flagship estate in Montalcino. The wine offers bright berry aromas and crisp acidity, but it also shows carefully measured accents of spice and tobacco that give it heft and importance on the palate. Hold this wine a few more years before opening.",Poggio alle Mura,82,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Banfi 2008 Poggio alle Mura (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2008-poggio-alle-mura-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Castello Banfi 13.9,Red,US,"Expensive, yes, but a very fine Pinot that shows the elegance of its Santa Barbara origins. Dry and crisp in acidity, it's extraordinarily deep in raspberry, cherry and currant fruit, with interesting notes of sautéed beef, cola, vanilla, baking spices and sandalwood. Drink now–2015 to enjoy its fruitiness.",Cheval Sauvage,60,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Wild Horse 2009 Cheval Sauvage Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-2009-cheval-sauvage-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Wild Horse 14.8,Red,US,"This is classic Dry Creek Zin—robust, heady, rich in tannins, spicy and insanely flavorful. Explodes with briary, brambly wild berries, mocha, tobacco, anise, dried pine needles and exotic sandalwood notes. Really delicious now, and should age well over the next 10 years, gradually mellowing and shedding fruit and tannins.",Teldeschi Vineyard,35,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Ravenswood 2010 Teldeschi Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2010-teldeschi-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Ravenswood 14.5,Red,US,"A festive, elegant Pinot for drinking now with fine fare, such as lamb, steak, salmon or tuna. It's crisp, silky and dry, yet there's a core of ripe raspberry and cherry essence enriched with toasty oak.",,35,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Chandon 2010 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-2010-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Chandon 14,Red,Italy,"This Brunello shows nice balance and a very comfortable level of aromatic intensity that is playful and bright without going over the top. You'll recognize tones of sweet berry fruit, cinnamon, tobacco and even a touch of zesty ginger snap. The wine feels silky and firm with bright freshness on the close.",,56,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Crocedimezzo 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-crocedimezzo-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Tenuta Crocedimezzo ,Red,France,"A solidly based wine that offers both rich black fruits and fragrant acidity. It has weight and great concentration, with a long-term future. Keep for 4–5 years for the best effect.",,20,90,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Saint-Nicolas 2010 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-nicolas-2010-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Saint-Nicolas ,Red,France,"Ripe and fruity, this is a warm, rounded wine. Yes, it has tannins that are firm, but it's the rich black fruit quality that shines. There's good density as well, so this wine will surely age well. Give it 5–6 years.",,,90,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château le Peyrat 2010 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-peyrat-2010-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château le Peyrat 13.5,Red,Italy,"Loads of black fruit intensity is backed by soft notes of chocolate, leather and spice. The wine boasts a very plump and round style that makes it a pleasure to savor.",Armonia Famiglia Losi,46,90,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Querciavalle 2007 Armonia Famiglia Losi Sangiovese (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/querciavalle-2007-armonia-famiglia-losi-sangiovese-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Sangiovese,2007,Querciavalle 14.6,Red,US,"This is a big Pinot Noir that's dark, heavy and rich. It tastes like a confection with raspberry and cherry-pie filling, with hints of currants, roasted almonds, milk chocolate and anise. While it's in-your-face now, it should mellow over the next six years.",Soberanes Vineyard,55,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Black Kite 2010 Soberanes Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-kite-2010-soberanes-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2010,Black Kite 14,Red,South Africa,"Forward aromas of game and earthy spice notes are upfront on the bouquet, with notes of mulled berries, red plum and fig providing a concentrated, fruity backdrop. Earthy tones continue to dominate the medium-weight mouth, as flavors of tree bark and baking spice flood the palate and linger long into the finish. Fine tannins lend a satiny, smooth texture to the mouthfeel.",,33,90,Swartland,,,Mullineux 2009 Syrah (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mullineux-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-swartland/,Syrah,2009,Mullineux 14.9,Red,US,"There's a richness to this wine that's immensely pleasurable, but also a meaty, umami spiciness. It's actually remniscent of chocolate-covered bacon, infused with blackberry essence and liquid licorice, then sprinkled with black pepper. Really delicious, if a little hot in alcohol.",Estate Bottled,45,89,California,Napa,St. Helena,David Fulton 2009 Estate Bottled Petite Sirah (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-fulton-2009-estate-bottled-petite-sirah-napa-st-helena/,Petite Sirah,2009,David Fulton 13,White,US,"Striking minerality and hints of freshly cut grass add briskness to this floral, peach-inflected wine. Dry in style, with a voluptuously supple palate, it's remarkably languorous on the finish.",,19,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Shaw 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaw-2011-sauvignon-blanc-finger-lakes/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Shaw 14.5,Red,Italy,"Vintage after vintage, the wines of Camigliano offer a long perspective on the changing evolution and complexities of Brunello di Montalcino. This edition shows bright berry nuances with spicy highlights of white pepper and cola. The mouthfeel is crisp and sharp.",,50,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Camigliano 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camigliano-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Camigliano ,Red,Italy,"This historic estate delivers a fresh and elegant wine with etched oak tones that linger lightly alongside dark berry fruit, plum and licorice. Bright acidity hits the back of the mouth, and the wine ends with menthol nuances.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello di Velona 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-velona-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Castello di Velona 12,Sparkling,France,"From the small Champagne region around Sézanne, this is a rounded, mouthfilling Chardonnay. It has ripe citrus and orange fruit flavors with a touch of apricot. It's a classic apéritif style.",Hugues de Coulmet Blanc de Blancs Brut,43,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Pierre Moncuit NV Hugues de Coulmet Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-moncuit-nv-hugues-coulmet-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Pierre Moncuit 11.9,White,US,"Invigorating scents of lime zest and crisp apple introduce this nervy, dry Riesling. It's brisk with lime acidity, but builds in weight and texture with hints of petrol and lanolin that linger on the palate.",Dry,16,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Anthony Road 2011 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anthony-road-2011-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2011,Anthony Road 14.5,Red,Italy,Here is an easygoing and crisp Brunello from the cool 2008 vintage that shows lively berry nuances backed by savory touches of spice and black pepper. It's tight and compact without too much pulp or softness on the close.,,58,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Palazzetta 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palazzetta-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Palazzetta 14,Red,Italy,Subtle aromas of dark fruit and leather give this wine a measured and timid first approach. The intensity builds with each swirl of the glass and the wine shows that typical Sangiovese Grosso tightness and acidity on the close.,Riserva,52,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Collina dei Lecci 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collina-lecci-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,La Collina dei Lecci 12,White,US,"Exotically aromatic with notes of pineapple and quince, this is a dry, yet lavishly fruity wine. Vibrantly acidic, it's balanced by notes of wax and petrol that linger in a rich, minerally slick.",Dry,14,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2011 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2011-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2011,Heron Hill ,Red,France,"A complex wine, showing full, ripe fruit flavors as well as dense tannic character. It's a big wine, touched by some bitterness yet also showing good aging potential.",,62,89,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château du Biac 2010 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-du-biac-2010-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château du Biac 14,Red,Italy,"Cherry drops, rum cake and raw licorice open the bouquet of this youthful Brunello. The wine presents a tight and austere personality with nice balance between its oak spice and its candied fruit aromas. Bright acidity and drying tannins mark the finish.",,40,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Canneta 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canneta-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Canneta 13.5,Red,South Africa,"The herbaceous quality and glimmers of sweet smoke add depth to the blueberry, red cherry and strawberry spine of this wine. The medium-weight mouth boasts a texture like crushed satin, soft and refined yet structured. An earthy note of sous bois remains through the long close. It's drinking well now, but it should also age nicely through 2016.",Six Barrels Reserve,32,89,Elgin,,,Catherine Marshall 2010 Six Barrels Reserve Pinot Noir (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catherine-marshall-2010-six-barrels-reserve-pinot-noir-elgin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Catherine Marshall ,Red,France,"There is great fruit on this ripe, full-bodied wine. The fruit is already well integrated with the tannins, giving a juicy feel and a black currant fragrance. Rich, open and soft, finishing with an elegant structure.",,35,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Teyssier 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-teyssier-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Teyssier 14,Red,Spain,"There's no debating this wine's power and concentration: it's packed and strong, with aromas of latex, animal hide, cherry and clay. The palate feels meaty and chewy, with smooth tannins and a mix of roasted plum, berry, smoked meat, spice and leathery flavors. Things stay roasted and beefy on the long finish.",Dehesa la Granja,22,89,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Bodegas Alejandro Fernandez 2006 Dehesa la Granja Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-alejandro-fernandez-2006-dehesa-granja-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2006,Bodegas Alejandro Fernandez 14.5,White,Italy,"La Pietra boasts sunny, golden highlights that make for a bright and attractive appearance. A beautifully dense and creamy mouthfeel is backed by aromas of vanilla cream, apricot and lemon meringue.",La Pietra,,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Cabreo 2010 La Pietra Chardonnay (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cabreo-2010-pietra-chardonnay-toscana/,Chardonnay,2010,Cabreo 15,Red,Argentina,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Malbec is dry and spicy on the nose, with complexity and herbal leanings. The palate feels grabby and full, while the oaky flavor profile deals baked berry, earth, cinnamon and chocolate notes. It finishes with spice and chocolate flavors.",Calcura,20,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Antucura 2008 Calcura Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antucura-2008-calcura-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Antucura 11.9,White,US,"Whiffs of blossom and ripe stone fruit lift savory apple aromas on this brisk, refreshingly dry Riesling. Lean and steely in style, it penetrates the palate with intense lime and lime-skin flavors that ripple long on the finish.",Art Series,28,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Anthony Road 2010 Art Series Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anthony-road-2010-art-series-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Anthony Road 14.3,Red,US,"This is a very big, rich, extracted Pinot. While it's undeniably delicious, it's so stuffed with cherry-pie filling, black raspberry, mocha and cola flavors, it lacks subtlety, especially at this price. Give it a good, long decant and drink now.",Estines Vineyard,42,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hawley 2010 Estines Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2010-estines-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Hawley 15,Red,Italy,"Savory notes of bacon and cured meat open the bouquet of this nicely evolved Brunello. The wine is raw and sharp on the close with brambly notes of sour fruit and white cherry. Overall, the wine presents a balanced juxtaposition between sweet-and-sour fruit that seems characteristic of the 2008 vintage.",,48,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Colombina 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colombina-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Colombina 14.3,Red,US,"Less complex than some of Londer's single-vineyard designates, this is a great value Anderson Valley Pinot Noir. It tastes of dark raspberry liqueur with a woody overtone, and its presence and mouthfeel are sizable enough to stand up to a variety of earthy foods.",,30,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Londer 2010 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/londer-2010-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Londer 14.1,Red,US,"This Pinot could certainly withstand a few years of aging, but there's really no reason to cellar it. It's all about rich, ripe, flamboyant fruit in the way of cherries, persimmons and raspberries. For all the forward fruitiness, the wine finishes dry and firm in acids and tannins.",,35,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Windsor Oaks 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-oaks-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Windsor Oaks ,Red,France,"A powerful, firmly structured wine, this is dense and concentrated, a powerhouse of both dark fruits and firm tannins. It will need many years to develop its full potential.",,,89,Bordeaux,Francs Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château la Prade 2010 Francs Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-prade-2010-red-francs-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Prade 14.5,Red,US,"What a delicious Zin this is. Sourced from the warm climates of Lodi and Amador County, it's ripe and fruity, offering waves of wild raspberries and cherries dusted with brown sugar, cocoa and pie spice. Great value in a lusty, versatile Zin.",Old Vine,11,89,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2010 Old Vine Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2010-old-vine-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2010,Bogle ,Red,France,"Part of the range of wines made by the Borie family of Ducru-Beaucaillou, this is a firm, typically rustic Listrac. It shows structure as well as fruitiness, sometimes edged with harder tannins.",,,89,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fourcas-Borie 2010 Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fourcas-borie-2010-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Fourcas-Borie 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a hearty and masculine Brunello that is redolent of espresso syrup, cherry liqueur, rum cake and moist pipe tobacco. The tannins show some grittiness in texture and the finish is capped by long-lasting freshness.",,57,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Piombaia Rossi-Cantini 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piombaia-rossi-cantini-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Piombaia Rossi-Cantini 14.5,White,Spain,"The bouquet on this Verdejo is as chiseled and clean as polished glass, with mineral and lime notes. The wine is fresh and melony in the mouth, with honeydew, mango and green herb flavors. It's a bit pithy on the finish, and overall there's a citric feel to this old-vines white.",Old Vines,15,89,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Nisia 2011 Old Vines Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nisia-2011-old-vines-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2011,Nisia 13.5,White,South Africa,"Subtle spice and fresh hay accents add depth to this wine. Aromas and flavors of orange, lime and melon rind mingle with green fig and plum notes in the nose and on the vibrant palate. Hints of savory herb and pepper unfold and linger softly on the finish. Drink now.",,18,89,Groenekloof,,,Neil Ellis 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Groenekloof),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2011-sauvignon-blanc-groenekloof/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Neil Ellis 14,Red,Spain,"This is a heady, mature wine with lots of ripe berry aromas, earth and spicy oak notes to the nose. In the mouth, it's solid and structured, with deep, lightly baked raspberry, plum and brown sugar flavors. The finish is full, chunky and medium in length. Drink now.",Real Reserva,30,89,Northern Spain,Cigales,,Museum 2008 Real Reserva Tempranillo (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/museum-2008-real-reserva-tempranillo-cigales/,Tempranillo,2008,Museum ,Red,Italy,"This Brunello is packed tight with strong aromas of espresso, leather, tobacco, black fruit, prune and blackberry jam. The wine is solid and firm, mildly complex overall, and delivers bold power and determination. But wait for that sharp acidity in the mouth.",,55,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Armilla 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armilla-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Armilla 14.7,Red,US,"A well-made Cabernet, with additions of Merlot and Malbec contributing to the blend. It shows mixed herb and plenty of spice up front, with red berry fruits following. The tannins have been smoothed out a bit, but retain some texture and herbal highlights.",Red Willow Vineyard Ex Animo,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Manu Propria 2010 Red Willow Vineyard Ex Animo Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manu-propria-2010-red-willow-vineyard-ex-animo-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Manu Propria 14,Red,Italy,"Pretty coffee and tobacco aromas add weight and persistency to this garnet colored Brunello. There's fruit here in the form of cherry, pomegranate and dried raspberry but those savory notes at the back really add to the wine's overall complexity.",,60,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Torre 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Torre 14,White,Italy,Vasario is a thick and super creamy expression of Pinot Bianco (with some Sauvignon Blanc) that delivers a super long mouthfeel fueled by intense aromas of apricot and honey with a touch of spicy saffron. Pair this wine with Indian dishes rich in turmeric and curry.,Vasario,134,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta del Buonamico 2009 Vasario Pinot Bianco (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-buonamico-2009-vasario-pinot-blanc-bianco-toscana/,Pinot Bianco,2009,Tenuta del Buonamico 12.8,Red,US,"An intriguing combination of almost equal parts Malbec, Mourvèdre and Petit Verdot, Rock Wall's Romancer hails from Clarksburg's small Heringer Vineyard, and is bright, fruity and juicy with blackberry and strawberry flavors. Aromatic lavender and jasmine notes against a backdrop of meaty tobacco make the presence of Mourvedre apparent.",Romancer-Heringer Vineyard,30,89,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Rock Wall 2011 Romancer-Heringer Vineyard Red (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2011-romancer-heringer-vineyard-red-central-valley-clarksburg/,Red Blend,2011,Rock Wall 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of elegance in this Cabernet. It's dry, full bodied and rich in tannins, with a good depth of black currants and sweet, toasty oak. Won't age, but who cares: Pop the cork and drink it now.",,28,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Robert Mondavi 14.5,Red,Spain,"Spiced berry, dry oak and a note of latex define the nose on this ripe, likable, friendly Tempranillo. The wine is lively on the palate, with candied, jumpy flavors of berry fruits that finish with some foxiness and a wet-fur note. The emphasis here is on fresh fruit more than power or oakiness.",Vendimia Seleccionada,32,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Resalte 2011 Vendimia Seleccionada (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/resalte-2011-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2011,Resalte 14.7,Red,US,"Green peppercorns give a hard edge to the blackberry, currant and anise flavors on this Cabernet. Despite firm tannins, the palate shows lots of finesse and has a rewardingly chewy mouthfeel. An interesting wine hinting at the promise of this appellation.",,44,89,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Star Lane Vineyard 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/star-lane-vineyard-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Star Lane Vineyard 14.2,Red,US,"Half of the fruit was sourced from the outstanding Lewis Vineyard, and the dense, dark, purple berry flavors are compelling. Highlights of black olive, smoke, and a bit of stem and earth add complexity. Give this one some breathing time, or cellar it for a few more years to soften the muscular tannins.",,40,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Va Piano 2009 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2009,Va Piano 14,Red,Spain,"This blend from Galicia is very nice, with black cherry, herb and composed earthy aromas. The mouthfeel is fresh and structured, and overall the wine's balance is where it should be. Flavors of black cherry and spiced plum lead to a slightly tangy and acidic finish.",XV Cuvée Caco,35,89,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Coto de Gomariz 2007 XV Cuvée Caco Red (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-gomariz-2007-xv-cuvee-caco-red-ribeiro/,Red Blend,2007,Coto de Gomariz 14,Red,Italy,"Fuligni delivers a bright and sharp Brunello with medium build and tight forest berry aromas. The acidity leaves your mouth as clean as a whistle, and the wine imparts lingering tones of chopped mint, cola and dried ginger on the close.",,75,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fuligni 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fuligni-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Fuligni 13,Red,US,"Three years of barrel ageing lends an intoxicating flair to this lushly textured Cabernet Franc. Rich vanilla and spice notes are unabashedly oaky, but the palate is concentrated with black cherry and cassis flavors, elegantly framed with brisk acidity and soft, velvety tannins.",Reserve,35,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Shaw 2007 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaw-2007-reserve-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Shaw 14,Red,Italy,"A touch of apple or raspberry gives this bright Brunello a very lively and buoyant first impression. The tannins are firm and tight followed by a sharp, crisp mouthfeel. Pair it with breaded veal or lightly fried chicken.",Villa al Cortile,40,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Piccini 2008 Villa al Cortile (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-2008-villa-al-cortile-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Piccini 13.5,White,Spain,"Lemon, apple and a hint of honey characterize the bouquet, which is appealing as a whole. The palate is smooth, with a good mix of body and acidity. Flavors of pithy citrus, apple and green banana lead to a slightly bitter finish with almondy notes and lasting minerality.",,19,89,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Gaba do Xil 2011 Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaba-xil-2011-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2011,Gaba do Xil 14,Red,Italy,"Like the name suggests, La Fiorita shows a playful touch of rose or dried violet that sets it apart. Floral aromas are characteristic of Sangiovese Grosso and this estate works hard to make sure those aromas come through loud and clear. The wine is crisp and lean on the palate with a bright point of freshness.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Fiorita 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiorita-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Fiorita 10.2,White,US,"While dainty in style, this refreshing Riesling is chock full of white-grapefruit flavor accented by a flurry of white florals, lime and lanolin. Concentrated but fresh, the palate bristles with striking acidity and minerality.",Dry,16,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Red Newt Cellars 2011 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-newt-cellars-2011-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2011,Red Newt Cellars 15,Red,South Africa,"Dark and somewhat heady, this opens with dense aromas of mashed blackberry, black tea, bark and peppery spice. The palate is similarly dense and concentrated, although the medium tannins lend the wine a crushed-satin texture that keeps it from feeling too decadent. The finish is long, with a solid pepper streak.",Provenance,22,89,Coastal Region,,,Saronsberg 2008 Provenance Shiraz (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saronsberg-2008-provenance-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coastal-region/,Shiraz,2008,Saronsberg 11.7,White,US,"Initial notes of savory apple become increasingly nuanced with aeration, exposing layers of blossom, pine and stone fruit. Dry on the palate with penetrating lime flavors, it's refreshingly zippy to the finish.",Estate Grown and Bottled Goldman Vineyard Dry,20,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Lake Vineyards 2011 Estate Grown and Bottled Goldman Vineyard Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-lake-2011-estate-grown-bottled-goldman-vineyard-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2011,Keuka Lake Vineyards 15,Red,US,"A fine Zin that shows its Dry Creek origins in a classic way. It's dry, briary, brambly and heady, with wild forest berry, pine, anise and sweet cedar flavors. Nice now with steak, short ribs or barbecue, and will hold and develop interestingly over the next 6–8 years.",Vite Vecchio Centanni Vineyard,35,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Kennedy Family 2010 Vite Vecchio Centanni Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kennedy-family-2010-vite-vecchio-centanni-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Kennedy Family ,Red,Italy,"Il Palazzone is a beautiful estate with a bright future ahead. Its 2008 Brunello is marked by lush fruit tones of cherry and blackberry followed by dried ginger, chopped mint, spice and pressed rose petal. In the mouth, it shows that telltale acidity of Sangiovese Grosso.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Palazzone 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-palazzone-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Il Palazzone 12.5,Red,US,"Strikingly aromatic of plums, briar and menthol, this is a brisk, elegant Pinot Noir with concentrated but crisp red-fruit flavors. Tones of granite and penetrating, velvety tannins add structure and style.",Ingle Vineyard,20,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2009 Ingle Vineyard Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2009-ingle-vineyard-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2009,Heron Hill 13.9,Red,US,"High-toned aromas of cherry and red plum entice on this surprisingly robust Finger Lakes Pinot Noir. Concentrated flavors of cherry and wild strawberry are brambly and tart, with shades of granite that linger elegantly on the palate.",Reserve Davis Vineyards,47,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Damiani 2010 Reserve Davis Vineyards Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damiani-2010-reserve-davis-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2010,Damiani 14.3,Red,US,"With touches of earth and integrated dark cherry flavor, this estate Pinot, a larger production than the winery's Block series, has pronounced oak that highlights this wine's herbal notes. Finishes quite long.",Estate Vineyard,40,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Masút 2011 Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masut-2011-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Masút 13.5,White,US,"Heady and well made, Handley's Whispering Oaks, a certified-organic vineyard near the Ukiah Valley gets more heat than the winery's estate vines, giving this wine a fuller body and texture than its 2011 estate Chardonnay. With flavors of pear, apple and spice, it's crisp yet rich with just the smallest ounce of a barrel imprint, a match for roast chicken with herbs.",Whispering Oaks Vineyard,22,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Handley 2011 Whispering Oaks Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2011-whispering-oaks-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Handley 14.5,Red,US,"Shows the dryness, tannins and crushed brown spices of a classic Santa Maria Pinot. It's a bit strong and hard to appreciate now, but there's a good core of black and red stone fruits and berries that will emerge with cellaring. Try after 2015.",,44,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Dierberg 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dierberg-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Dierberg 14.8,Red,US,"Softly tannic and sinfully rich, a drink-me-now Cabernet that offers plenty of upscale Napa pleasure. The flavors are intricate, offering tiers of blackberry and cherry jam, currant, mocha and toasty oak.",,55,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bennett Lane 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennett-lane-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Bennett Lane ,Red,France,"This is soft, round and beautifully ripe with just a touch of perfume. A rich wine that is only lightly structured, juicy and forward.",Fugue de Nenin,,89,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Nenin 2010 Fugue de Nenin (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nenin-2010-fugue-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Nenin ,Red,France,"A firmly structured wine with sufficient fruit to sustain the structure. It is solid and chunky, with hints of mint to go with the black currant flavors. It's serious while also reflecting the fragrant fruits of 2010.",,,89,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Mondésir 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mondesir-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Mondésir 14,Red,Spain,"If you want pure Ribera fruit, then go with this lightly oaked youngster. Along with graphite and dusty notes, the bouquet shows wild berry aromas with few limits. The mouthfeel is round, tannic and rubbery, with full-volume berry and plum flavors. This finishes dark, dense and it doesn't vacillate.",Seis Meses en Barrica,19,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Arrocal 2011 Seis Meses en Barrica (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrocal-2011-seis-meses-en-barrica-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2011,Arrocal 13,Red,France,"A full, structured wine, showing attractive damson and blackberry flavors along with a strong element of wood aging. The wine is rich, its juicy Merlot character joined with final acidity.",,40,89,Bordeaux,Canon-Fronsac,,Château Haut-Francarney 2010 Canon-Fronsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-francarney-2010-red-canon-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Haut-Francarney 14.5,Red,Spain,"No two ways about it, there's a lot of barbecued character to this Tempranillo-led blend. The palate draws down due to tannic clamp, but the wine's plum and berry flavors are not tamped down as vanilla and savory notes bring it full circle. Drink now through 2017.",Julian Madrid Reserva,40,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Casa Primicia 2007 Julian Madrid Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-primicia-2007-julian-madrid-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2007,Casa Primicia 14.3,Red,US,"Give this immature Pinot 3–5 years in the cellar to mellow. At just a year and a half, it's all fresh and raspberry jam-like, with brisk acidity that gives it a bite of cranberry tartness.",Hummingbird Hill Vineyard,42,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Von Holt 2011 Hummingbird Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-holt-2011-hummingbird-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Von Holt 14,Red,Italy,"Mild, compact and fresh, this ruby-colored Brunello shows bright aromas of crisp berry fruit backed by vanilla, toasted almond, cola and a touch of campfire. The mouthfeel is streamlined and tight, making for a less informal expression of this greatest of Tuscan reds.",,40,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria La Lecciaia 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-lecciaia-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Fattoria La Lecciaia 14,Red,Italy,"From one of the oldest estates in Montalcino, this pretty Brunello opens with inky dark fruit and plump cherry backed by touches of leather and spice. But like many of the wines from the 2008 vintage, it shows austere and sharp acidity as well.",,65,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria dei Barbi 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-barbi-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Fattoria dei Barbi ,Red,Italy,"A steady protagonist in the greater Brunello family, PianCornello delivers a masculine and powerful wine with aromas of dark fruit, leather, tobacco and rum cake. It shows medium density and thickness in the mouth, with bright cherry flavors shining through on the finish.",,70,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,PianCornello 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piancornello-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,PianCornello 14.2,Red,US,"Rich and thick like a satisfyingly dark chocolate and raspberry pie, this Tempranillo's decadence is offset by a soft texture and balanced acidity, making it a perfect match for tapas, bacon or creamy goat cheeses.",,40,89,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Occasio 2010 Tempranillo (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/occasio-2010-tempranillo-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Tempranillo,2010,Occasio 10.1,White,US,"Zesty lime and floral notes accent penetrating grapefruit flavors on this delicate semidry Riesling. Zippy with acidity and brisk, wet-stone minerality, it's a fabulous find that's exceptionally easy on the wallet.",Semi-Dry,14,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Red Newt Cellars 2011 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-newt-cellars-2011-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2011,Red Newt Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Marked by deep, delicious flavors of chocolate, blueberries and blackberries, this is a lovely Cabernet to drink now. The tannins are firm, the finish long and spicy. Shows real Napa class.",Reserve Selection,38,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2009 Reserve Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2009-reserve-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley-167869/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Raymond ,Red,Italy,"Brunello Favorito opens with a garnet color, amber hues and shows aromas of leather, tobacco, cured meat, bresaola and cassis. The wine is compact and lean in the mouth with bright acidity, making it a fine pairing for steak with cream and wild mushroom sauce.",Favorito,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Donna Olga 2008 Favorito (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donna-olga-2008-favorito-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Donna Olga 11,White,US,"Honeysuckle and violet notes add a lavish touch to nervy pineapple and stone-fruit flavors in this light-bodied, but lushly textured, Riesling. Dry in style and intensely minerally.",,16,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Sheldrake Point 2011 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldrake-point-2011-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2011,Sheldrake Point 12,Red,US,"Aromas of violets and cherries are intoxicating on this intensely concentrated yet elegant Bordeaux-style blend. Dry in style with hints of crushed granite and spice, it's balanced with spritely acidity and a ruffle of soft, delicate tannins.",,23,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Knapp 2011 Meritage (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knapp-2011-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-finger-lakes/,Meritage,2011,Knapp 14.4,Red,US,"Lots of structure in this Syrah, with brisk acids and firm tannins. It's bone dry and silky in texture, with interesting flavors of berries, licorice, sautéed mushrooms and salty smoked meat. Elegant now, after a brief decanting, and should hold for a couple of years.",Lafond Vineyard,32,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Kessler-Haak 2010 Lafond Vineyard Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kessler-haak-2010-lafond-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Syrah,2010,Kessler-Haak 14.5,Red,Italy,"An inky dark color sets the stage for this thickly extracted Brunello. Oak-inspired shadings of clove, nutmeg and toast appear at first and are slowly followed by dark cherry, blackberry and currant. Despite all that color and aromatic intensity, the wine seems quite tame and lean in the mouth.",,65,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Fornace 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fornace-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Fornace 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Argentine Nebbiolo is a rarity, and for one to be this good is a blessing. Leather, dark berry, earth and citrus aromas are mellow and subdued, but the palate is full and forward, with baked berry, molasses and espresso flavors. This is tannic and chocolaty on the finish, with lasting sweetness.",Coleccion de Familia,65,89,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Alicia 2007 Coleccion de Familia Nebbiolo (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alicia-2007-coleccion-familia-nebbiolo-lujan-cuyo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Viña Alicia 14.8,Red,US,"Heady alcohol gives this Zin a jalapeño pepper heat that packs a real punch when combined with wild berry jam, dried currant and chocolate flavors. The tannins are thick and smooth and the finish rich with glycerine. Great with barbecued beef or short ribs.",Barricia Vineyard,35,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ravenswood 2010 Barricia Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2010-barricia-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Ravenswood 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Wild berry and forest notes immediately waft from the glass, with additional aromas of mentholated red cherry, plum and cinnamon. The palate is fresh and vibrant, with a juicy red-fruit center that supports the accents of sweet smoke and pepper that carry through to the medium-length close.",,36,89,Stellenbosch,,,Thelema 2008 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2008,Thelema 14.5,Red,Italy,"Il Fortino is a pure expression of Syrah that opens with inky dark concentration and smoky notes of leather, black pepper and dried prune. There's a heft and power here followed by slightly textured tannins.",Il Fortino,50,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta del Buonamico 2009 Il Fortino Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-buonamico-2009-il-fortino-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2009,Tenuta del Buonamico 15,Red,South Africa,"Ripe, smooth and satiny, this wine has all the right stuff for pleasurable drinking now. Earthy spice and cocoa-nib accents add depth to the dense raspberry and cherry fruit core, while the finish expresses a tree bark and whole peppercorn flavor that lingers.",Number One Constitution Road,30,89,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2008 Number One Constitution Road Shiraz (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2008-number-one-constitution-road-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-robertson/,Shiraz,2008,Robertson Winery 14.5,Red,Spain,"Roasted, rubbery, savory aromas include lesser notes of graphite, licorice, toast and berrry fruit. The wine feels plump, round and full for a 2008, with grabby tannins and oaky, spicy flavors of toasted berry. It's lasting and savory on the finish, with leftover oak. Drink now through 2018.",Reserva Única,25,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2008 Reserva Única (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2008-reserva-unica-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Sierra Cantabria ,Red,Italy,"This is a measured Brunello that shows just enough aromatic intensity and texture to safely bet on its aging potential. At this young stage, the bouquet is still a bit shy with soft but balanced fruit tones set against savory spice and tobacco. In the mouth, the wine is bone dry and very fresh.",Agricola Centolani,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggiotondo 2008 Agricola Centolani (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggiotondo-2008-agricola-centolani-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Poggiotondo 14.5,Red,Italy,"Compared to the 2007 vintage that awed and impressed, this 2008 Brunello seems slightly older than it really is. The aromas are already headed towards dried fruit, cured meat, crushed mineral and Band-Aid. The mouthfeel is freshly acidic and slightly textured. Drink now.",,40,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggiarellino 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggiarellino-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Poggiarellino 14.5,Red,Italy,"Tight fruit aromas of cassis, cranberry and wild berry give this wine a bright and crisp first impression. The acidity is sharp, lively and definitely cuts straight across the palate. There's medium body here to hold up all that freshness.",,40,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Podere Paganico 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-paganico-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Podere Paganico 14,Red,Spain,"Sweet, spicy oak is the dominant smell on this racy, youthful wine that's packed with aromas of coconut, cola and pepper. On the palate, oak remains front and center, while plum, raspberry, butter and vanilla flavors rest in back. The finish is crisp and focused; drink now through 2019.",Crianza,30,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valduero 2009 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valduero-2009-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Valduero 12,Sparkling,France,"An attractive nonvintage wine, sweeter than some other Yann Alexandre offerings. There is a ripe apple flavor, touched with light tannins and minerality. The finish is warm, soft and rich.",Grande Réserve Premier Cru Brut,120,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Yann Alexandre NV Grande Réserve Premier Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yann-alexandre-nv-grande-reserve-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Yann Alexandre 14.5,Red,Spain,"Like many Syrahs from Central Spain, this is deep and a little stewy, with kirsch, plum and baked aromas. The palate feels flush and just juicy enough, with rich berry, plum and blueberry flavors that carry onto the finish, which is mild and spicy. Drink now through 2015.",Single Vineyard Estate Bottled,40,89,Central Spain,Dominio de Valdepusa,,Marques de Griñon 2007 Single Vineyard Estate Bottled Syrah (Dominio de Valdepusa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-2007-single-vineyard-estate-bottled-shiraz-syrah-syrah-dominio-valdepusa/,Syrah,2007,Marques de Griñon 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This classic Pinotage starts off somewhat tight and closed, but the layers of ripe, dark fruit and sweet spice unfold with time spent in the glass. A hint of barnyard adds depth to the black plum and cherry fruit core, spiced with notes of fynbos and sweet smoke. Medium weight, with gripping tannins and concentrated fruit flavors that suggest this is one for the cellar; try after 2015.",,40,89,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Kanonkop 2010 Pinotage (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanonkop-2010-pinotage-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2010,Kanonkop 13,Red,US,"This blend offers brooding scents of asphalt, black fruit, vanilla and mocha. The texture of the palate is notable for its elegance and deceptive fullness. Penetrating notes of blueberry and dark chocolate linger on the finish.",,30,89,Virginia,Virginia,,Jefferson Vineyards 2009 Meritage (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jefferson-2009-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-virginia/,Meritage,2009,Jefferson Vineyards 14.6,Red,US,"Created jointly by a chef, a sommelier and a wine critic along with winemaker Jarrod Boyle, this appealing blend of Syrah, Grenache, and Counoise is loaded with rich, sweet cherry, blackberry and cola notes with a full-bodied, satiny mouthfeel and a lingering finish.",Rock Star Red Destiny Ridge Vineyard,42,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Alexandria Nicole 2009 Rock Star Red Destiny Ridge Vineyard Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2009-rock-star-red-destiny-ridge-vineyard-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2009,Alexandria Nicole 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a sassy and bright Brunello that shows a lean consistency and sharp aromas of white cherry, cassis, ginger and cola. The wine's natural acidity makes for a nervous and edgy personality overall.",Poggiolo,50,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Poggiolo E. Cosimi 2008 Poggiolo (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggiolo-e-cosimi-2008-poggiolo-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Il Poggiolo E. Cosimi 14.5,Red,Italy,"Belcore, a blend of 80% Sangiovese and 20% Merlot, offers a touch of sour cherry and raw fruit backed by supple spice and leather. There's a warm, earthy feel to the finish.",Belcore,27,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,I Giusti e Zanza 2010 Belcore Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-giusti-e-zanza-2010-belcore-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,I Giusti e Zanza 14.1,White,US,"A rich, ripe Chardonnay, made to appeal to the popular style. Shows tons of pineapple, peach, green apple, buttered toast, cream and honey flavors, balanced with crisp acidity.",,45,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hunnicutt 2011 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunnicutt-2011-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Hunnicutt 14.6,Red,US,"Tastes fresh and fruity with jammy raspberry and cherry flavors. Wants slightly sweet, spicy foods to accompany, like a sausage-based pasta.",,36,89,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Galvan 2010 Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galvan-2010-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,2010,Galvan ,Red,France,"This is a soft wine, dense and ripe. Any tannins are covered by sweet blackberry fruit flavors. This has attractive spice, final juiciness and bright acidity. A wine for early drinking.",Le Petit Mouton,,89,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Mouton Rothschild 2010 Le Petit Mouton (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mouton-rothschild-2010-le-petit-mouton-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Mouton Rothschild ,Red,France,There is tough concentration here that suggests a wine that needs aging; there's also fruit that hints at richness to come. A wine that has a good future.,,19,89,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Monbadon 2010 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-monbadon-2010-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Monbadon 13.5,Red,US,"Almost indistinguishable from a Pinot Noir, this polished wine is light and silky and dry, with brisk acidity highlighting red cherry, red licorice, cola and mushroom flavors. Drink this fancy wine now.",,35,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Chandon 2011 Pinot Meunier (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-2011-other-red-pinot-meunier-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Meunier,2011,Domaine Chandon ,Red,France,"A packed wine, its ripe fruits are a warm pleasure. It has all the structure of the year but in fine measure, lending density and richness to the palate. It's a wine for aging; give it at least five years.",,15,89,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Gauthier 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gauthier-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Gauthier ,Red,France,"This is a harmonious mix of firm, extracted tannins and dense fruit. It has a dark, hard edge at this youthful stage, suggesting this is always going to be a wine that is tough. At the same time, it has weight and richness to support the structure.",,,89,Bordeaux,Francs Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Puygueraud 2010 Francs Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-puygueraud-2010-red-francs-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Puygueraud 13.7,White,US,"This is another fine Chardonnay from Talley, a great Central Coast producer. This is the second label, and for the price, you'll get a terrific Chardonnay that's creamy and rich in oranges, kiwi fruits and golden mangoes, but bright in acidity.",,16,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Bishop's Peak 2011 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bishops-peak-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Bishop's Peak ,Red,Italy,"Dark fruit and inky concentration help balance out the wine's sharp acidity. In between its aromatic extremities are layers of dark fruit, cherry cola, white pepper, tobacco and leather. It also shows a menthol finish.",Casalino,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Bonacchi 2008 Casalino (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonacchi-2008-casalino-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Bonacchi 14,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese from the Castelnuovo Berardenga area of Chianti Classico benefits from slightly warmer temperatures on average. That extra heat shapes a full and generous quality of fruit that is ripe with blackberry, prune and plum. There's a touch of earthy clay and tobacco at the back.",,20,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Bossi 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bossi-2010-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Castello di Bossi 14.6,Red,US,"This wine is still so young and immature with fresh, jammy, berry flavors, spice and juicy acidity. Hold the wine for a year or three to allow it to settle and mature.",Reserve,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Windsor Oaks 2011 Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-oaks-2011-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Windsor Oaks 14,Red,Italy,"Bright cherry cola and black currant gives this Brunello a plump and fruity personality that is difficult to find in the wines of 2008. Those fruit notes are raw, bold and are followed by a soft touch of milk chocolate or vanilla. The wine shows a creamy, velvety texture with a point of acidity and alcoholic heat.",,70,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenute Silvio Nardi 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-silvio-nardi-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Tenute Silvio Nardi 14.3,Red,US,This is a uniquely layered Pinot with concentrated dark-cherry liqueur flavor wrapped in notes of mushroom and dirt. The finish is bright and long-lasting. This one calls for chanterelles sautéed with plenty of olive oil and bacon bits.,Block 13,55,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Masút 2011 Block 13 Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masut-2011-block-13-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Masút 14.5,White,US,"From Kimmel's cool Potter Valley vineyards, this 2010 Chardonnay has a lot to offer— refreshing lemon and grapefruit flavor, and a hint of orange peel amid its high-toned acidity. Lean and inviting with a richness on the finish, Kimmel is a name to watch in Mendocino Chardonnay.",,32,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Kimmel 2010 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kimmel-2010-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Kimmel 13.5,White,US,"A wisp of a wine, bright in lime, nutmeg and honeysuckle, with balanced acidity and mouthwatering texture and concentration. Handley's Gewürztraminer is always the right call when Thai or Chinese is on the menu. A nice introduction or re-introduction to Anderson Valley whites.",,18,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2011 Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2011-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Handley 14,Red,South Africa,"The 14 months spent in oak lend this wine an earthy, sweet-spice-driven character that infuses the red cherry and currant aromas and flavors. The wood also contributes to the lush mouthfeel and smoky finish. But although it's oaky, it's not overwhelming, and the wine ultimately comes across as balanced and clean.",Cuvée Ameena,39,90,Western Cape,,,Vins d'Orrance 2008 Cuvée Ameena Syrah (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-dorrance-2008-cuvee-ameena-shiraz-syrah-syrah-western-cape/,Syrah,2008,Vins d'Orrance ,Red,Italy,"This Brunello shows a pristine and bright bouquet that hinges on polished mineral nuances, like wet river stone, cherry cola, ripe blackberry, ginger and rum cake. The wine shows great evolution and complexity despite its young age and just enough fruity pulp to support the lively acidity.",,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Villa Poggio Salvi 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-poggio-salvi-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Villa Poggio Salvi 14,Red,South Africa,"Brambly berries, plum and sweet-spice aromas lead on the bouquet of this wine, with secondary hints of tree bark and licorice root. The palate turns to dark fruit notes of black cherry and boysenberry, accented by glimmers of sweet smoke and cocoa. Creamy and lush in the mouth with a texture like crushed velvet and an enduring finish. Drink now–2015.",Phanto Ridge,19,90,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2010 Phanto Ridge Pinotage (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2010-phanto-ridge-pinotage-robertson/,Pinotage,2010,Robertson Winery ,White,US,"A terrific Chardonnay at a great price. The ripe orange, pineapple, tropical fruit and vanilla-cream flavors are enriched with butter and oak. What's best of all is the acidity. It's so bright and zesty, it balances all the richness, making it worth repeated sips.",Reserve Selection,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2011 Reserve Selection Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2011-reserve-selection-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Raymond 14.5,Red,Italy,"The wine opens with an inky dark color and segues to thick aromas of black fruit, espresso, tobacco and spice. Most of the action is on the nose however, because the mild mouthful offers just enough structure and acidity to compliment those foods.",,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Verbena 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verbena-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Verbena 13.8,Red,US,"Lots of characteristic Cabernet flavor in this wine. Blackberrry jam and cassis liqueur flavors flood the mouth, heady and flashy and long in the finish. The tannins are thick, yet so soft, you can enjoy this wine now, although it will develop over the next ten years.",,65,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vellum 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vellum-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Vellum 14.3,Red,US,"This Petit Verdot-Cabernet Sauvignon blend clearly wants some time in the cellar. Although it's extraordinarily rich with blackberries, black currants and violets, the tannin-acid structure is such that aging for at least ten years shouldn't be a problem.",Black,65,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vellum 2009 Black Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vellum-2009-black-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Vellum 14,Red,Italy,"This gorgeous super Tuscan opens with inky dark concentration and bright aromas of dark cherry and prune. It feels soft, lush and creamy in the mouth. Pair it with stewed game meat.",Insoglio del Cinghiale,,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Biserno 2011 Insoglio del Cinghiale Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-biserno-2011-insoglio-cinghiale-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2011,Tenuta di Biserno 14,Red,Italy,"Very characteristic of the 2008 vintage, this young Brunello opens with soft and round aromas of cherry and blackberry backed by delicate tones of spice and tobacco. Once the wine hits the palate, you will feel that bright acidity that is so typical of Sangiovese Grosso.",Franci,110,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tassi 2008 Franci (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tassi-2008-franci-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Tassi 14.5,Red,Italy,"Traditional and bright with berry aromatics that really pop, Sesti's Brunello delivers a steady stream of cherry, cassis, dried ginger, leather and tobacco aromas. The acidity feels sharply etched in the mouth and the wine could use 5–7 years in the cellar to soften.",,94,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Sesti 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sesti-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Sesti ,Red,Italy,"A touch of ripe fruit that recalls strawberry or raspberry jam gives this wine a soft and round first impression. Later, evolved notes of leather, cola and cassis add to the overall complexity. The wine is graciously velvety and supple in the mouth.",,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tornesi 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tornesi-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Tornesi 15,Red,Italy,"A raw note of spice and tobacco gives this Brunello a brawny, masculine personality. Cherry cola, licorice, savory spice, smoked bacon and black currant hint at the many years of cellar aging that have shaped the evolution. Those flavors also add to the overall finesse and silkiness of the finish.",,65,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Máté 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mate-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Máté 15,Red,Italy,"Brunello Mastrojanni is always a highlight among the various wines from Montalcino. Bright and elegant, it shows aromas of cherry, cola, ginger, dried spice, leather and spice. The mouthfeel is lean and tight with crisp acidity and firm, polished tannins.",,80,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Mastrojanni 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastrojanni-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Mastrojanni 14.2,Red,US,"This is a very herbal and chocolaty Petite Sirah that's characteristically dark and inky. Tannins are under control and the palate a concentrated mix of ripe blueberry, game and black pepper. Sourced from a single vineyard site in the Livermore Valley and aged in all new American oak, this baby can age well another 3–5 years or be enjoyed now with equally robust food.",Casas de Vinas,36,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Nottingham Cellars 2010 Casas de Vinas Petite Sirah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nottingham-cellars-2010-casas-vinas-petite-sirah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petite Sirah,2010,Nottingham Cellars 10.5,White,US,"Intensely aromatic with scents of ripe stone fruit and exotic mango, this delicately structured Riesling reverberates with acidity and fine, focused minerality. Semidry in style, it finishes long with lip-smacking fruitiness.",Reserve,25,90,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2011 Reserve Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2011-reserve-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2011,Dr. Konstantin Frank 14.4,Red,US,"This wine is rich and dense with blackberry, cassis liqueur and cedar flavors. It's frankly delicious, but those tannins are really hard—that's Diamond Mountain for you. Will be more mellow in 6–7 years, but it's fine now with a nice steak.",Reserve,40,90,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Courtney Benham 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Courtney Benham ,Red,France,"This is a big, ripe, fruity wine, with some serious tannins that support the smooth mint and black currant flavors. It has weight, with the wood aging shining through. There is attractive acidity on the close.",La Source,19,90,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Goubau 2010 La Source (Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-goubau-2010-source-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Goubau 14.5,Red,Italy,"There's a touch of apple skin and citrus on the bouquet of this bold riserva, followed by dark brambly fruit, cassis, leather and prune. The wine delivers bold concentration with some sour cherry flavor and tight tannins on the finish.",Riserva,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Colombaio 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colombaio-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Colombaio ,Red,Italy,"Loaded with bright fruit and bold cherry, this Brunello opens with dark intensity and a smooth richness. Aromas include blackberry, rum cake, crushed graphite, licorice, Indian spice and tobacco. The wine feels compact and clean with savory flavors and crisp acidity overall.",,75,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Col di Lamo 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-lamo-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Col di Lamo 14.5,Red,Italy,This historic estate (recently sold to a group of Brazilian investors) offers a long perspective on the history of Brunello di Montalcino. Its latest release shows dark fruit extraction with smooth tones of espresso and spice at the back. Both the tannins and the acidity are well integrated and not invasive.,,60,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Argiano 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiano-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Argiano 14.5,Red,Italy,Here's a mild and delicate expression of Sangiovese Grosso with crisp berry aromas of pomegranate and cassis that are fleshed out by warmer tones of leather and spice. The wine is bright and finely etched in the mouth with firm tannins and a pretty smoky aftertaste.,,50,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Agostina Pieri 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agostina-pieri-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Agostina Pieri 14,Red,Italy,Baricci is a small estate that has shown a nice evolution in style and presentation over the past several years. Wines are aged in large oak casks to allow those fruit essences of blackberry and wild cherry to shine through. A distant touch of exotic spice adds an elegant feel to the finish.,,40,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Baricci 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baricci-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Baricci 14.2,Red,US,"A pretty, polished and tasty wine for drinking now. Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, it's dry, full-bodied and smooth, with blackberry, currant, dark chocolate, green olive and oak flavors.",Estate,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Buehler 2010 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buehler-2010-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Buehler 14.9,Red,US,"Malbec makes up nearly half of this distinctive Bordeaux-style blend along with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. The broad cherry, raspberry and spice flavors have a restrained feel, backed by firm tannins that lead to a lingering finish.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Browne Family Vineyards 2009 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/browne-family-2009-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2009,Browne Family Vineyards 14.8,Red,US,"No need to cellar this Cab. It's so rich and ripe, it's easy to drink now despite some firm tannins. Showy and flashy, it has raspberry, cherry and blueberry flavors, with a jacket of smoky oak. Nevertheless, it will take 5–6 years of aging.",Reserve,45,90,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Windsor Oaks 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-oaks-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Windsor Oaks 14.5,Red,US,"Shows lots of those rich, fruity Dijon flavors, with a burst of raspberry jam, persimmon, cinnamon, vanilla, baking spice and toast flavors. Silky and delicious, it's fun to drink now with upscale fare.",4 Dijon Clones,35,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Windsor Oaks 2009 4 Dijon Clones Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-oaks-2009-4-dijon-clones-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Windsor Oaks 14,Red,Argentina,"Weinert holds its wines back longer than almost any other Argentine winery, hence when you get a blend like this it's mature and ready. This is maderized, with aromas of earth, citrus, tobacco and mushroom. The palate is tight and houses tobacco, mocha, citrus and dried raspberry flavors. If you like aged Rioja, this is for you. The blend is Malbec, Cabernet and Merlot.",Carrascal,16,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Weinert 2007 Carrascal Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinert-2007-carrascal-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Weinert 14,Red,Argentina,"While this smells directly from the Old World, it's appealing and unique in style for Argentina. For starters, it's mature, bordering on old. Because of vital acidity, it's in good shape, with stewed berry, tobacco, spice and chocolate flavors. On the finish, pepper and bitter coffee notes enter the picture. Drink this one-of-a-kind Merlot now.",,25,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Weinert 2006 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinert-2006-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2006,Weinert 14,Red,Italy,"Il Puro (named for their organically-grown grapes) shows bright and polished notes of cherry and blackberry followed by wet earth, leather and tobacco. The mouthfeel is smooth, rich and dusty-dry.",Il Puro Casanova,158,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Volpaia 2007 Il Puro Casanova (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-2007-il-puro-casanova-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Volpaia 13.5,Red,Italy,"The name of the estate translates as “Italian wines to dream about,” and there is good reason to dream about this latest Brunello. The wine offers solid color and concentration accented by dark leather, spice, prune and blackberry. You can feel the extracted fruit in the mouth that finds balance against the wine's natural acidity.",Carillon,65,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Vini Italiani da Sogno 2008 Carillon (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vini-italiani-sogno-2008-carillon-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Vini Italiani da Sogno ,Red,France,"Concentrated, with a strongly tannic element that is balanced by ripe fruits. It makes for a well-structured, impressive wine that also has a fruity element. Age for 4–5 years.",,,90,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Pitray 2010 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pitray-2010-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Pitray ,White,France,"This is a lively wine, with faint touches of wood to give a smoother character. The wine is bright while having the necessary depth of flavor to promise good aging.",,,90,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Couhins 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-couhins-2010-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Couhins 14.5,Red,France,"Heavy wood aging dominates this rich wine at this stage. That should integrate to leave an almost California ripeness from the 100% Merlot. It has a full and rounded structure, cushioned by generous fruits.",Prima,35,90,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Carignan 2010 Prima (Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carignan-2010-prima-merlot-cadillac-cotes/,Merlot,2010,Château Carignan 14,Red,Italy,"This austere Brunello opens with dusty, mineral notes of crushed white peppercorn and brimstone followed by cherry candy, licorice, cola and dried garden herb. The wine shows an interesting and complex bouquet that holds its own in terms of intensity. There isn't much fresh fruit, but the tannins are dusty and fine.",,70,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Padelletti 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/padelletti-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Padelletti 11,White,US,"Elegant peach and floral tones on this off-dry Riesling build in complexity on the nose and palate, with layers of waxy lanolin and fresh green herbs. It's forward and fruity, yet honed and balanced, with bright lemon-lime acidity.",Semi-Dry,15,90,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Anthony Road 2011 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anthony-road-2011-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2011,Anthony Road 15.1,Red,US,"Lots of deliciousness in this dry, tannic Cabernet. Offers tiers of black currant, dark chocolate, licorice and toasty oak flavors that are smooth and flashy. A little high in alcohol and its future is uncertain, so drink now.",,80,90,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Malk 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malk-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Malk 14,Red,Italy,"Le Chiuse delivers a consistent message with its wines year after year. It strives for clean, austere and territory-driven expressions of Sangiovese Grosso. This vintage is very true to the estate philosophy: You'll recognize wild berry, white cherry, rose petal, dried ginger and cola. You can count on it evolving nicely over the years.",,65,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Le Chiuse 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-chiuse-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Le Chiuse 14,Red,Italy,"Sometimes Sangiovese Grosso, depending on the vineyard and the vintage, shows slightly green aromas of dried Mediterranean herbs like bay leaf and rosemary. This Brunello offers a glimpse of that with loads of bright cherry, blackberry and leather at the back. The close is bright and fresh.",,62,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Lazzeretti 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lazzeretti-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Lazzeretti 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a riserva Brunello that opens with inky, dark concentration and tertiary aromas of graham cracker, dried carob powder and ripe berry fruit. The wine shows a dusty, powdery side that makes it appear older than it really is. Black currant, cured meat and leather appear on the close. Drink now.",Riserva,100,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Lazzeretti 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lazzeretti-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Lazzeretti 14.5,Red,US,"Rich flavors of cherries, persimmons, cola, anise and oak flood the mouth with immediate deliciousness. Bright Russian River acidity provides fortunate balance. It's delicious now, but young; this has the balance to develop nicely, so give it 6–7 years.",Estate Grown,55,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Russian River Vineyards 2009 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russian-river-2009-estate-grown-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Russian River Vineyards 14.1,Red,US,"Voluptuous and inviting, this Malbec has softened tannins amid bright blue and black fruit and wild cinnamon flavors. Structured and concentrated this is a memorable wine that will age another 5–10 years and go deliciously with a range of foods.",Ghielmetti Vineyard,50,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2009 Ghielmetti Vineyard Malbec (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2009-ghielmetti-vineyard-malbec-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Malbec,2009,Steven Kent 14.5,Red,US,"A wonderful Zin, rich, ripe and robust, with the full-throttle power you expect in the variety. It's smooth in tannins, dry and spicy, with complex flavors of wild berry jam, red currant, sweet tobacco, green tea, anise and pepper, and a hit of heat from alcohol. Fine now, and should gain traction in the bottle over the next 5–6 years.",Belloni Vineyard,35,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ravenswood 2010 Belloni Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2010-belloni-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Ravenswood ,Red,France,"Warm and rich, the wine from vineyards on the slopes above Cadillac have the structure of the vintage along with the ripe, blackberry fruits. It is already attractive to drink, and will continue to age nicely over the medium term.",,15,90,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Suau 2010 Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suau-2010-red-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Suau 13.5,Red,Italy,"Arte shows some age on the bouquet with savory tones of cured meat, bacon, dried fruit and exotic spice. Fresh acidity is backed by a gritty, textured feel to the tannins. The wine has five years or so of aging potential.",Arte,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Donna Olga 2004 Arte (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donna-olga-2004-arte-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2004,Donna Olga 14,Red,Italy,"There's a distant note of underbrush or bramble that gives this Brunello a focused, almost etched impression in the mouth. Cola, cherry liqueur, black licorice, ginger and cedar give the wine an austere personality that is matched by the dusty, elegant nature of the tannins.",,50,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donatella-cinelli-colombini-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This black wine, despite being almost seven years old, remains rich and balanced on the nose, where ripe aromas of raisin and earth offer a slight herbal, minty edge. The mouthfeel is 100% thick and jammy, while flavors of prune, baked blackberry and chocolate lead to a chewy finish. This blend of Malbec, Merlot and Tannat is a knife-and-fork wine to drink now.",Blend Malbec-Merlot-Tannat,45,90,Other,Salta,,Domingo Molina 2006 Blend Malbec-Merlot-Tannat Red (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domingo-molina-2006-blend-malbec-merlot-tannat-red-salta/,Red Blend,2006,Domingo Molina 14.5,Red,US,"This is one of the Russian River Valley's bigger, riper Pinots. The rich raspberry and cherry flavors are reminscent of a dessert pastry, yet it's dry, silky and bright in acidity. Gains in the glass as it breathes, so give it a brief decant and drink now–2015.",Pennachio Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2010 Pennachio Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2010-pennachio-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,De Loach 14.5,Red,US,"Smooth, rich and tannic, and lovely for drinking now. You'll find blackberry, black currant, dark chocolate and toasty oak flavors, leading to a dry finish. Give it a little time in a decanter before pouring.",Magnificat,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 2009 Magnificat Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2009-magnificat-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,2009,Franciscan 14,Red,Italy,"Here is a broad and bold expression of Brunello with a dark appearance, ripe fruit flavors, cured meat, leather and lingering intensity. There's a genuine but one-dimensional feel in the mouth with more heavy tones of tobacco and spice to follow.",Riserva,130,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria dei Barbi 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-barbi-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Fattoria dei Barbi 12,White,US,"This late-release Riesling is texturally fascinating with a rich, minerally palate bursting with white grapefruit and waxy, floral flavors. Slightly off-dry in style, it's deliciously creamy and slick with a lingering finish that's kissed with caramelized sugar.",,17,90,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Shaw 2008 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaw-2008-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Shaw 14.5,Red,US,"This is sourced from the winery's steepest and most wind-exposed blocks in their estate vineyard. The wine is dry and fairly tannic, with a rich concentration of raspberries, currants and mushrooms. It's young now, with the acidity and oak needing 6–7 years to meld together.",Westslope,50,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Pence 2010 Westslope Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pence-ranch-2010-westslope-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Pence ,Red,Italy,"Poggio Antico is one of the best estates in Montalcino but the 2008 vintage doesn't reach the impressive heights of 2006 or 2007 that showed much fuller and more generous results. This edition offers plum, wild berry and leather aromas with a lean mouthfeel and sharp acidity that will soften with a few more years of bottle aging.",,90,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Antico 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-antico-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Poggio Antico 13.9,Red,US,"Here's a rich, complex Napa Cabernet for drinking now while you're waiting for your more ageable wines to mature. It boasts a decadent structure housing ripe flavors of blackberries, black currants and smoky, toasty oak.",,42,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Frog's Leap 14.6,Red,US,"A big, rich, fruity, oaky Pinot Noir, offering waves of raspberry and cherry pie, currant, cola, baking spice and sandalwood flavors. Tastes delicious ripe, but finishes dry in a bracing swirl of acids and tannins. Drink now–2016.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,36,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Sandler 2010 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandler-2010-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Sandler 12,Sparkling,France,"From one of Champagne's less ageworthy vintages, this is already deliciously drinkable. It has fine acidity that cuts through the mineral texture, shaping the rounded fruitiness. It's dry and crisp at the end. Drink now and over the next 4–5 years.",Noble Vintage Millésime Brut,70,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Jean-Noël Haton 2005 Noble Vintage Millésime Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-noel-haton-2005-noble-vintage-millesime-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Jean-Noël Haton 14.5,Red,US,"Hard, stringy tannins give a tough astringency to this 100% Cabernet. Partly they're from grape skins and partly from 100% new oak barrels. There's a huge core of black currants, however, and the finish is dry and balanced. Will it age? Almost certainly. Give it at least eight years in a good cellar, and it could go well beyond that.",Morisoli Vineyard,125,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Meander 2009 Morisoli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meander-2009-morisoli-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Meander ,Red,France,"A eucalyptus oil aroma offers a smooth and fragrant introduction to this ripe, rich and juicy wine. Its polished feel works, offering both richness and solid tannins. It's for aging over at least five years.",,25,90,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Glorit 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-glorit-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Glorit ,Red,France,"A smooth, beautifully rich wine with great swathes of ripe fruit. The wine is concentrated and dense, showing the best of the year with its fine, ripe fruits. Age for 3–4 years.",,19,90,Bordeaux,Francs Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Nardou 2010 Francs Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nardou-2010-red-francs-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Nardou ,Red,France,"There's a great structure here, and the wine is rich with prominent, firm tannins. It has the long-term potential to be an impressively structured wine, with the fruit balancing it out.",,13,90,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Haut Peyrefaure 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-peyrefaure-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Haut Peyrefaure 14,Red,Italy,"There's a strong fruit component to this Brunello that adds to the general softness and plushness of its cheerful personality. Blueberry, raspberry and fresh cherry are backed by subtle touches of smoke and moist pipe tobacco. Espresso and chocolate appear on the close and the acidity is not too sharp.",,45,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Villa I Cipressi 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-i-cipressi-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Villa I Cipressi 15,Red,Spain,"Hatched from the modern model, this dark, oaky Tempranillo is saturated in color, with flush, potent aromas of boysenberry, wood spice and lead pencil. It's lively and bringing the volume, while flavors of charred, savory blackberry and barbecue end in a crusty tasting finish with some heat. Drink now through 2018.",Single Vineyard,16,90,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Volver 2010 Single Vineyard Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volver-2010-single-vineyard-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2010,Volver ,Sparkling,France,"While it is certainly dry, this Champagne also has a rich, toasty character, with crisp acidity. It is tight and minerally, reveling in ripe fruit flavors. The wine balances some toasty age with delicious, citrus fruit.",Zéro Extra Brut,,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Tarlant NV Zéro Extra Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarlant-nv-zero-extra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Tarlant 14.5,Red,US,"Good price for a Pinot Noir this elegant and delicious. It's dry and firm, with zesty acidity and some furry tannins. Flavors of raspberries, cola and buttered cinnamon toast lead to a long, spicy finish. Decant it an hour or two before drinking.",,30,90,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Sinor-LaVallee 2011 Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinor-lavallee-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Sinor-LaVallee 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Fleshy fruit tones of cherry, plum, blackberry and raspberry all abound on the nose of this G-S-M blend, alongside secondary hints of black pepper and cured meat. There's a nice evolution to the medium-weight palate, which starts off with fruity dominance but then transitions to spice, followed by sweet smoke and finally ends of a decadent mocha flavor. It's firmly textured with gripping tannins and a long finish.",The Gypsy,65,90,Western Cape,,,Ken Forrester 2008 The Gypsy G-S-M (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2008-gypsy-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-western-cape/,G-S-M,2008,Ken Forrester 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Earthy, complex aromas of tobacco, cedar, herbs, raspberry and currant are intriguing and high in quality. In the mouth, this blend of 60% Shiraz and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon is a bit tannic, with ribald flavors of nutmeg, plum, blackberry and tobacco. For $15, it's dynamite in terms of intensity and really good in terms of flavors.",Expresiones Reserve,15,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Flichman 2008 Expresiones Reserve Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-flichman-2008-expresiones-reserve-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Finca Flichman 14.5,Red,US,"This is a dry, finely acidic Syrah, whose sour cherry and tart persimmon flavors have just a touch of smoky new oak. It's not offering everything it has, but hangs back a little, teasing with nuance and subtlety. A very good Syrah that's drinking well now and should age well over the next 5–7 years.",,52,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Bien Nacido 2009 Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bien-nacido-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2009,Bien Nacido 14.5,Red,France,"A wine with great density. Along with firm tannins, this has a dark and chunky character. Under the tannins, great swathes of fruit surge through the tannins, bringing out black-currant-juice flavors.",,70,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Lagrave 2010 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrave-2010-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lagrave ,Red,Italy,"Bonacchi makes several expressions of Brunello. Molino del Piano is a ripe and plush wine with some savory aromas of cured meat and leather backed by Indian spice and black currant. Despite the ripeness, firm structure gives the wine austerity.",Molino del Piano,38,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Bonacchi 2008 Molino del Piano (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonacchi-2008-molino-piano-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Bonacchi 14.2,White,US,"A huge wine that's beautiful to drink now. Offers blasts of orange and apricot jam, ripe tropical fruit, vanilla, buttered toast, honey and spice flavors, yet never loses control. The blend is a creative one of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier, and while it could be clumsy in lesser hands, winemaker Kirk Venge displays his deft touch.",Blend 23,37,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,B Cellars 2011 Blend 23 White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2011-blend-23-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,2011,B Cellars ,Red,France,"A smooth mint- and eucalyptus-flavored wine, with burnt-tannin flavors and a hugely dry core. The wine is very firm, the juicy acidity and fruit underneath just a whisper for the future. Give the wine at least 6–7 years.",,41,90,Bordeaux,Francs Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Ad Francos 2010 Francs Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ad-francos-2010-red-francs-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Ad Francos 14.5,Red,France,"A classically structured, stalky Bordeaux, with added superripe fruit. The result is a wine with firm, young tannins that merge with the juicy sweet black currant and intense fruitiness to finish. For medium-term aging.",Prestige,20,90,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Léon 2010 Prestige (Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leon-2010-prestige-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Léon ,Red,France,"A wine that's straight down the line, firmly structured and with solid fruit for the future. There is weight and richness, a sense of power waiting to show in the future. With its density, anticipate aging this wine for at least 6–7 years.",,17,90,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Grand Moulin 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-moulin-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Grand Moulin ,Red,France,"A solid, fruity wine supported by ripe tannins. The wine has a good sense of its rich self, a fine presence of ripe plum fruit flavors and a warm texture. There is a fine juicy aftertaste.",Cru Camille,14,90,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château du Juge 2010 Cru Camille (Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-juge-2010-cru-camille-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château du Juge 14,Red,Italy,This dark and brawny wine opens with savory notes of black pepper and cured meat backed by prune and dried currants. The wine has aged well and shows bright acidity on the long finish.,Vigneto St. Ercolano,70,90,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Carpineto 2003 Vigneto St. Ercolano (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-2003-vigneto-st-ercolano-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2003,Carpineto 14,Red,US,"Great structure on this Cab, with firm tannins and a fine hit of acidity. It's ripe and appealing with black cherries, cherry liqueur, vanilla and oak. Already throwing significant sediment, it should continue to evolve in interesting ways for a few more years.",Reserve,45,90,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Windsor Oaks 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-oaks-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Windsor Oaks 14,Red,Italy,"Brunello Il Marroneto offers a touch of ripeness in the form of cherry fruit, vanilla cream, cinnamon and caramel. Sharp acidity in the backdrop definitely puts all that soft roundness into perspective. The wine is etched, austere and firmly structured.",,75,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Marroneto 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-marroneto-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Il Marroneto 14,Red,Spain,"This blend of 66% Touriga Nacional and one-third Syrah is unique for Spain but qualifies as “international” in style. Cola, blueberry and floral aromas dominate, giving way to an easy feeling palate with cola, molasses, brown sugar and blackberry flavors. It's flavorful and rich but not overly complex or layered; drink this magnum now through 2017.",Cuvée TNS,144,90,Central Spain,Manchuela,,Finca Sandoval 2007 Cuvée TNS Red (Manchuela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sandoval-2007-cuvee-tns-red-manchuela/,Touriga Nacional Blend,2007,Finca Sandoval 14,Red,South Africa,"Notes of cocoa and oak-derived spice add depth to the ripe, dark fruit core of this wine. Black berry, cherry and plum flavors abound on the plush palate, framed by firm tannins and a thick, supple texture. Gripping plum-skin and cigar-box notes linger long on the finish.","Grand Classique Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot-Malbec- Merlot-Cabernet Franc",20,90,Paarl,,,"Glen Carlou 2009 Grand Classique Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot-Malbec- Merlot-Cabernet Franc Red (Paarl)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-carlou-2009-grand-classique-cabernet-sauvignon-petit-verdot-malbec-merlot-cabernet-franc-red-paarl/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Glen Carlou 15,Red,Spain,"Prestigio is dense and plush on the bouquet, with concentrated blackberry, cassis and cumin aromas that come across entirely positive. The palate is ultra ripe and packed with earthy, baked flavors of raisin, black plum and Middle Eastern spice notes. Things turn meaty, rich and a bit soft on the finish. Drink now through 2015.",Prestigio,28,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emina 2009 Prestigio (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emina-2009-prestigio-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Emina 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A soft, rich wine with delicious flavors of pear and red apples, lifted by pineapple acidity. It is ripe, but still young, with touches of yeast and almond. It will age well over the medium-term.",Blanc de Blancs Brut Millesimé,70,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Duval-Leroy 2005 Blanc de Blancs Brut Millesimé Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duval-leroy-2005-blanc-blancs-brut-millesime-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2005,Duval-Leroy 14,Red,Italy,"Vigna Manapetra's inky dark concentration is noticeable from afar and gives this Brunello a brawny and dark personality. The bouquet is broad and immense with integrated aromas of dark cherry, spice, leather and toasted nut. It's almost too much of a good thing with smooth, evolved tannins and a touch of bitter fruit on the close.",Vigna Manapetra,48,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria La Lecciaia 2008 Vigna Manapetra (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-lecciaia-2008-vigna-manapetra-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Fattoria La Lecciaia 14.5,Red,US,"Merits its high score by virtue of the concentrated black currant flavors that are so intense and pure, they're the essence of Cabernet Sauvignon. Yet the wine is also very tannic, with a lockdown astringency that leaves the mouth all puckery after you swallow. Give it 5–6 years in a good cellar.",Connoisseur Series,40,90,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Hawkstone 2010 Connoisseur Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkstone-2010-connoisseur-series-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hawkstone 14.5,Red,US,"If you're looking for a rich, delightful, full-bodied red wine to drink now, try this Merlot. It's upfront in red cherry, currant, cola, mocha and spice flavors, wrapped into soft, fine tannins. A blend of fruit from some of Napa Valley's best vineyards.",,48,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2009 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2009-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,Merryvale 14.5,Red,US,"A real delight for its delicious drinkability, and a revelation for Monterey Merlot. Shows the acidity and varietal purity of the Arroyo Seco region, with intense plum and blackberry flavors balanced by a rich earthiness.",Kimberly,19,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,McIntyre Vineyards 2011 Kimberly Merlot (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcintyre-2011-kimberly-merlot-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Merlot,2011,McIntyre Vineyards 11,White,US,"Exotic melon and pineapple flavors are accented by hints of chalk and powdered sugar on this brisk yet penetrating Riesling. Light on its feet with a textural, almost feathery, mouthfeel, it's an incredible steal at $12.",Circle,12,90,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Red Newt Cellars 2011 Circle Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-newt-cellars-2011-circle-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2011,Red Newt Cellars ,Red,Italy,"This is the kind of Brunello you want on a cold winter night by the fireplace. The wine delivers dark concentration with oak spice and tobacco followed by a long succession of bright berry nuances. The tannins are tight and firm and the acidity renders a cool, sharp feel on the close.",,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Donna Olga 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donna-olga-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Donna Olga 14.5,Red,Italy,"Oak spice and dark chocolate are balanced nicely against dried fruit, cassis and sour cherry. The various aromatic elements are measured and integrated to form a wine that promises steady evolution in the future. That impression is reinforced by the wine's structure and bright acidity.",,50,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Collosorbo 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collosorbo-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Collosorbo 14,Red,US,"Dark in color, dry and tannic, this 100% Syrah is rich in blackberry, dark chocolate, roasted meat and black pepper flavors. They combine with new oak to produce a wine of real complexity. This is one of the more interesting Syrahs to emerge from the Paso area.",,38,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cinnabar 2010 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2010,Cinnabar 14.5,Red,South Africa,"A Bordeaux-style blend of 56% Merlot, 24% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Cabernet Franc, 4% Malbec and 2% Petit Verdot, the Z is typically more immediately approachable than the Fusion V. The structure is still firm and supported by medium tannins, but the black-fruit core is the star all around, with lush notes of boysenberry, crème de cassis, blackberry, fig and damson plum throughout. Hints of cigar-box spice and leather add depth and intrigue.",Z,35,90,Stellenbosch,,,De Toren 2009 Z Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toren-2009-z-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,De Toren 12,Sparkling,France,"Tasted from a half bottle, the rich and complex flavors of Brut La Française show just that extra touch of maturity. The wine has peach and almond flavors that contrast well with the taut, nervy edge. It's full in the mouth and ripe, and works well both as an apéritif and a food Champagne.",La Française Brut,45,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger NV La Française Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-nv-la-francaise-brut-champagne-168794/,Champagne Blend,,Taittinger ,Red,Italy,"Dark fruit and plum cake open the bouquet and set the stage for the overall aromatic richness and intensity to come. But then, that crisp acidity pops up in the mouth and pulls the wine towards a lighter, leaner side where small berry fruit and blue violets make an appearance.",Agricola Centolani,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Friggiali 2008 Agricola Centolani (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-friggiali-2008-agricola-centolani-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Tenuta Friggiali 13.5,Red,US,"Fulfills one of the main tenets of California Syrah, which is to feel velvety and vital in the mouth. The vineyard is better known as a source of Pinot Noir, and its cool-climate terroir lend brisk acidity, firm tannins and a cured meat note to the ripe blackberries and currants. Very delicious, and the price is great for the quality.",Les Galets Vineyards,28,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Sinor-LaVallee 2010 Les Galets Vineyards Syrah (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinor-lavallee-2010-galets-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Syrah,2010,Sinor-LaVallee 14,Red,Italy,"This is a masculine and powerful expression of Brunello with tight tannins, dark concentration and savory aromas of dark fruit, prune, leather, pipe tobacco and bitter chocolate. That characteristic acidity kicks in at the end and gives the wine a burst of levity.",Bramante,50,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Lorenzo 2008 Bramante (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-lorenzo-2008-bramante-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,San Lorenzo 14.5,Red,Spain,"This multigrape blend opens with spicy aromas of baked plum, tomato and cumin. The mouthfeel is fresh and dry, with focus. In terms of flavors, it's earthy, with baked berry, baking spice and licorice notes. The finish is smooth and earthy tasting, with roundness. Drink now through 2016.",+ Summa Varietals Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot,32,90,Central Spain,Dominio de Valdepusa,,Marques de Griñon 2007 + Summa Varietals Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot Red (Dominio de Valdepusa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-2007-summa-varietals-syrah-cabernet-sauvignon-petit-verdot-red-dominio-valdepusa/,Red Blend,2007,Marques de Griñon 11.5,White,US,"A stand-out wine among Keuka Lake Vineyard's many excellent Rieslings, the Falling Man is brisk with pineapple and grapefruit flavors accented by lime zest and a distinct crushed-stone minerality. While dry in style, it's supple on the palate with a lingering mineral slick.",Estate Grown and Bottled Falling Man Vineyard Dry,30,90,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Lake Vineyards 2011 Estate Grown and Bottled Falling Man Vineyard Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-lake-2011-estate-grown-bottled-falling-man-vineyard-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2011,Keuka Lake Vineyards 14.1,Red,US,"Give this dry, elegant Pinot a couple of years to let all the parts knit together. Right now, the oak stands out, and the acidity seems out of balance with the rich raspberry and persimmon fruit. It's a remarkably complex wine, however, and should be even better by 2016.",Kessler-Haak Vineyard Pommard Clone,42,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Kessler-Haak 2010 Kessler-Haak Vineyard Pommard Clone Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kessler-haak-2010-vineyard-pommard-clone-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Kessler-Haak 14.1,Red,US,"This is an upscale Cabernet, rich in black currants, mocha and oak, and framed in sturdy tannins. Shows lots of class despite the statewide California appellation.",Encomium,70,90,California,California Other,California,Keating 2010 Encomium Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keating-2010-encomium-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Keating 14,Red,Italy,Among the most attractive qualities of this Brunello are the drying mineral tones of brimstone and crushed granite that frame softer tones of cherry fruit and plum cake. There's a savory touch of black pepper and spice and the wine shows bright freshness as well.,,40,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Velona 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/velona-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Velona 14,Red,Italy,"La Mannella offers an opulent, modern wine with ripe aromas of black cherry, leather, rum cake and black licorice. The wine is tight and astringent in the mouth with sharp endnotes of sour cherry and bright acidity. Its natural density stands up to the freshness and the whole package works as a whole.",,65,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Mannella 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mannella-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Mannella 14,Red,Italy,"Candied cherry, fruit liqueur, caramel, licorice and dark chocolate open the bouquet of this beautiful riserva from Montalcino. The wine is lean and bright on the close with fresh acidity and bright cherry notes.",Riserva,65,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Marchesato degli Aleramici 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesato-degli-aleramici-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Marchesato degli Aleramici 13,White,US,"Spicy and substantial, this authoritative Riesling snaps into tight focus around apple and melon flavors. Hints of clove and ginger add complexity.",,11,90,Idaho,,,Sawtooth 2011 Riesling,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawtooth-2011-riesling-snake-river-valley/,Riesling,2011,Sawtooth 12,White,US,"Low in alcohol by California standards, but offers plenty of flavor by way of grapefruit, Meyer lemon and fresh, green grass. Rich notes of ripe orange, lees and oak are balanced by brisk, bright acidity. A very nice expression of a white Bordeaux-style wine.",White,38,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vellum 2011 White Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vellum-2011-white-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2011,Vellum 14,Red,Italy,"Talenti delivers Brunello typicity with a long list of aromatic components that characterize this wine—dried ginger, cherry cola, dried rosemary, crushed granite and blue flower. The wine is elegant and smooth with a splash of acidity on the close.",,60,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Talenti 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talenti-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Talenti 15.2,Red,US,"This rich, layered red wine is a bit jammy and assertive now, and will benefit from a couple years of cellaring to settle down. It's forward and ripe with cherry and raspberry jam, mocha, roasted almond and cinnamon flavors. A little heavy and heady, yet strangely compelling, and certainly scores high on the deliciousness factor.",Rossi Vineyard Orion,90,90,California,Napa,St. Helena,Sean Thackrey 2010 Rossi Vineyard Orion Red (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-thackrey-2010-rossi-vineyard-orion-red-napa-st-helena/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Sean Thackrey 14,Red,Spain,"Traditional oak-based aromas of mint, dill, tobacco, vanilla and coconut sit on top of tarry black-fruit scents. In the mouth, this is a snappy, tight, structured wine with flavors of oak, coffee, licorice, spice and blackberry. It's stylish on the finish, with toasty, peppery flavors that linger for a good, long while.",Crianza,32,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Protos 2009 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/protos-2009-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Protos 14,Red,Italy,"Ripe fruit tones of raspberry jam and blackberry jelly open the bouquet giving this Brunello a plump, sun-kissed personality. It shows a dark garnet color in the glass and has flavors of toasted espresso bean, tobacco, leather and spice with aromatic vanilla endnotes.",,48,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Nardone 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-nardone-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Poggio Nardone 13.5,Red,Italy,"From the new estate run by Giovanni and Paolo Bulgari (of fashion and jewelry fame), this pure expression of Sangiovese shows very interesting aromas of bright red cherry, perfumed blue flower and a touch of sweet spice. The wine is focused, compact and crisp on the close.",Sotirio,40,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,PoderNuovo a Palazzone 2009 Sotirio Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podernuovo-a-palazzone-2009-sotirio-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2009,PoderNuovo a Palazzone 14,Red,Italy,"Following in the footsteps of this estate's successful Rosso di Montalcino (from the same vintage), this Brunello opens with soft tones of cherry and chocolate with slightly offbeat aromas of cookie dough or almond paste. The mouthfeel is vibrant and fresh.",,55,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pietroso 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietroso-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Pietroso ,Red,Italy,"Succulent steak or breaded veal would make good pairing partners to this elegant Brunello. The wine delivers oak spice, red fruit, black pepper and balsam notes of dried ginger and cola. The wine is lively and delicate with some astringency to the tannins that will soften in a few more years.",Agricola Centolani,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pietranera 2008 Agricola Centolani (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietranera-2008-agricola-centolani-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Pietranera 14.9,Red,US,"Made from Lava Cap's estate grapes, with small amounts of Petite Sirah, Zinfandel and Cabernet Franc, this is a bright, earthy Barbera. Rustic and juicy with mouth filling plum and blackberry pie flavors, it's not shy, but entirely balanced, a treat for seekers of California Barbera.",,25,90,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2010 Barbera (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2010-barbera-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Barbera,2010,Lava Cap 13.9,White,US,"Lots of new oak brings buttered toast flavors to this Chardonnay. Sur lees aging adds notes of sour cream. The underlying fruit veers toward intensely flavored green apples and limes. Tasted in January, the components haven't come together. Give it until the fall of 2013.",,30,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 2011 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-2011-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Truchard 14.4,Red,US,"Full bodied and fruity, the 2010 estate Syrah from Va Piano is rounder and less herbal than the 2009. Which style you enjoy is a matter of individual preference. Big and approachable, with lovely blueberry fruit, the 2010 seems to stop a bit short, but with more bottle age may reveal details that are currently in hiding.",Estate,48,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Va Piano 2010 Estate Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-2010-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2010,Va Piano 13.5,Red,Italy,"Shapely and balanced, this bright Brunello shows a clean style that is reinforced by pristine aromas of forest fruit, cranberry, white cherry, cola, ginger and a spicy touch of ground white pepper. Bright acidity creates a cooling sensation in the mouth and would pair well with creamy or cheesy pasta dishes.",,70,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Togata 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/togata-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Togata 13.5,Red,Italy,Girifalco is an interesting expression of Sangiovese that shows a very bold and modern side to this characteristic grape from central Italy. Dark blackberry and prune are backed by thick concentration with lingering tobacco and chocolate.,Girifalco,55,90,Tuscany,Cortona,,La Calonica 2010 Girifalco Sangiovese (Cortona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calonica-2010-girifalco-sangiovese-cortona/,Sangiovese,2010,La Calonica 14,Red,Spain,"Black fruit, raisin and minerally aromas combine to create a formidable bouquet. The palate is juicy and fresh, with substance and structure in support of blackberry, spice cake and licorice flavors. The finish is long, with slightly rubbery flavors.",Ciranza,16,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Monte Pinadillo 2009 Ciranza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-pinadillo-2009-ciranza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Monte Pinadillo 13.5,Red,US,"Andis blends its Barbera with 15% Zinfandel and 8% Grenache, making for a lively, bright and balanced bottling of delicious cherry and strawberry flavor with the oak expertly integrated. Drink now or hold it back 3–5 years. Either way, this magical wine will deliver great flavor and texture.",,24,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Andis 2011 Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andis-2011-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,2011,Andis 14.5,Red,Spain,"Charred oak, maple, tobacco and berry aromas are full and clean. The palate is solid but not so polished and smooth that there's no edge to things. Flavors of mocha and leather support core black-fruit notes, and then vanilla rushes in on the finish and takes over. Drink now through 2014.",Crianza,40,90,Northern Spain,Toro,,Elias Mora 2009 Crianza (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elias-mora-2009-crianza-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2009,Elias Mora 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a very good deal for a Brunello “annate” representing the 2008 vintage. The wine offers dark concentration and steady aromas of red fruit, vanilla oak, lead pencil and drying brimstone. Touches of white pepper and cola appear on the silky finish.",Bramante,30,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Poggiolo E. Cosimi 2008 Bramante (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggiolo-e-cosimi-2008-bramante-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Il Poggiolo E. Cosimi 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of silky, sensual berry, mocha, red currant and sweet sandalwood flavors in this softly approachable Merlot, which hails from the emerging Coombsville region. It has a good hit of acidity and tannins.",,48,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hunnicutt 2010 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunnicutt-2010-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Hunnicutt 14.6,Red,US,"Falcone's fourth release of this non-vintage blend solidifies its placement as a fine, complex wine to drink over the next several years. Made from Syrah, Petite Sirah and Cabernet Sauvignon, it shows the softness and richness of a Paso red, with flavors of black cherry jam, chocolate, roasted coconut and black pepper.",Annaté IV,65,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Falcone 2010 Annaté IV Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falcone-2010-annate-iv-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,Falcone ,White,France,"Citrusy, with its character bordering on herbaceous, this is a layered wine. Produced from a portion of the Mouton-Rothschild vineyard, it is rich and deliciously ready to drink, with bright acidity giving a fine lift to the finish.",Aile d'Argent,,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Mouton Rothschild 2010 Aile d'Argent (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mouton-rothschild-2010-aile-dargent-white-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Mouton Rothschild ,Red,France,"Dominated by juicy Merlot, the wine has weight, density and a full, fruity blackberry character. This generosity is balanced by a restraining dry, tannic core.",,65,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Laforge 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laforge-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Laforge ,Red,France,"A full-bodied wine, attractively ripe and fruity. New-wood vanilla gives some support, while the fruit tannins offer a firm structure for the generous black fruits. For aging over 3–4 years.",,26,90,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château La Caussade 2010 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-caussade-2010-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Caussade ,Red,France,Attractive mints and wood tannins are balanced by generous blackberry fruit and a chocolate flavor that lends extra richness. It has great aging potential; keep this concentrated wine for 5–6 years.,Elegance,19,90,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Haut Bertinerie 2010 Elegance (Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bertinerie-2010-elegance-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Haut Bertinerie ,Red,France,"This is a big, tannic wine, where the weight of the fruit complements the firm structure, making it a powerful wine with concentration and the potential for good aging. There are hints of the juicy black fruits to come; give this wine at least five years.",,40,90,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Ricaud 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ricaud-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Ricaud 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Brunello opens with bright acidity and foxy notes of raw cherry, crème de cassis and sun-dried blueberry. There's a firm, polished nature to the tannins and the wine shows loads of fresh acidity on the finish.",,55,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Col d'Orcia 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-dorcia-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Col d'Orcia 13.5,Red,US,"Tastes tannic and chewy, even at the relatively advanced age of 7-plus years. There's a sweet core of cherry fruit and grilled meat that's delicious and savory, brightened by fine acidity. Charred oak notes add more nuances of grill and toast, suggesting pairing with the salty, umami richness of charred beef.",,35,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Clendenen 2005 Nebbiolo (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clendenen-2005-nebbiolo-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Nebbiolo,2005,Clendenen 14,Red,South Africa,"This wine leads with an intoxicatingly intense nose, bursting with aromas of ripe raspberry, wild strawberry, sous bois and delicate mocha. On the palate, oak notes take center stage to the fruit flavors, but complement the satiny texture and spice up the medium-length finish.",,30,90,Walker Bay,,,Creation 2011 Pinot Noir (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/creation-2011-pinot-noir-walker-bay/,Pinot Noir,2011,Creation 14,Red,US,"Brisk acids and firm tannins give this wine a solid structure, but it maintains the silky mouthfeel that makes Pinot Noir so sensual. It's big in flavor, in the way of the Santa Lucia Highlands, offering waves of raspberry and cherry jam and soft Dr. Pepper flavor.",Limited Production,47,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Caraccioli 2009 Limited Production Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caraccioli-2009-limited-production-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Caraccioli 13.5,White,South Africa,"A beautifully balanced and well-crafted Sauvignon Blanc, opening with attractive aromas of grapefruit pith, green fig and lime zest, all complemented with a soft saline accent. Lightweight, with medium acidity and a bright palate, flavors of green melon, citrus rind and a hint of dried grass linger into the medium-length finish.",,15,90,Cape Point,,,Cape Point Vineyards 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Cape Point),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-point-2011-sauvignon-blanc-cape-point/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Cape Point Vineyards 14.7,Red,US,"A big, strong Pinot with pure, focused flavors of raspberry cream, cherry cobbler and plenty of oak. Edna Valley acidity is an integral part of the package. What it lacks in subtle complexity, it more than makes up for in sheer power.",,40,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Center of Effort 2010 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/center-effort-2010-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Center of Effort ,Red,Italy,"Brunello Belpoggio opens with a smoky layer of spice and toast that peels off in one thick layer. Aromas of tobacco, leather and nutmeg are followed by dried raspberry fruit and cassis. The wine shows bold structure with a velvety texture and mild cherry softness.",,50,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Belpoggio 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belpoggio-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Belpoggio 14,Red,Italy,"Coffee, leather, licorice and plum cake flavors are deeply concentrated on this rich, opulent wine. There's fruit here too, in the form of cherry liqueur and blackberry pie. This is a robust and generous wine that will appeal to those who appreciate a darker side of Brunello.",,54,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Canalicchio di Sopra 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canalicchio-sopra-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Canalicchio di Sopra 15.5,Red,South Africa,"This wine starts off shy and reserved, but with time in the glass or decanting, it opens up to reveal beautiful layers of dark fruits, crushed purple florals and earthy spices, all mingling harmoniously. A chocolate-fudge flavor adds decadence to the velvety, plush mouthfeel, and remains through the close alongside a touch of peppery spice.",,43,90,Stellenbosch,,,Camberley 2011 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camberley-2011-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2011,Camberley ,Red,Italy,"Bonacchi's “annata” Brunello delivers elegance and brawn with thick aromas of ripe fruit, tobacco, leather and blackberry. The wine exhibits a rich and straightforward style with pulpy dark flavors, a velvety texture and a bright point of sour cherry on the close.",,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Bonacchi 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonacchi-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Bonacchi 14.3,Red,US,"Opening with floral aromas and a nuanced texture, Block 1 has bright flavors of raspberry and cherry and is pleasing and silky all around.",Block 1,55,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Masút 2011 Block 1 Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masut-2011-block-1-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Masút 13.5,Red,Italy,"This pretty Brunello is begging for more time to age (hold 5–10 years) to complete the evolution that is already underway. There's a plump and modern side to the wine that is characterized by bright cherry, chocolate and spice. But it also shows a delicate side with dried ginger and cola. The tannins will become silky and polished.",,98,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Valdicava 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdicava-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Valdicava 14.4,Red,US,"Having been given almost four years of age prior to release, this deep, dense, chewy wine includes 10% Cabernet Franc in the blend. Black fruits like cherry and cassis dominate the palate with good penetration. Aromatic and compelling, this is a wine to cellar for at least another decade, maybe two.",,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Va Piano 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Va Piano 14.5,Red,Spain,"This single-vineyard Tempranillo is masculine and dark, as evidenced by aromas of licorice, pepper, blackberry, coconut and campfire. It's mouthfilling and oaky, with toasty, dark, baked-fruit flavors that lead to a finish defined by licorice and clove. Overall it's black, spicy and impressive; drink from 2015–2020.",Selección Finca El Grajo Viejo,115,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Protos 2009 Selección Finca El Grajo Viejo (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/protos-2009-seleccion-finca-el-grajo-viejo-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Protos 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Soft foliage notes lead on the nose of this wine, with supporting aromas of strawberry, raspberry and stewed rhubarb. The medium-weight mouth offers moderate tannins and a good streak of lifting acidity, resulting in a texture like crushed satin. Fruit-skin flavors linger on the medium-length close alongside accents of pepper and sweet spice.",,30,91,Stellenbosch,,,Rudi Schultz 2009 Syrah (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudi-schultz-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-stellenbosch/,Syrah,2009,Rudi Schultz ,Red,Italy,"This Brunello riserva shows brambly characteristics of wild berry, white cherry, forest floor, cola and dried ginger. Warmer notes of tobacco and leather fill in the rear. The acidity and tannins are sharp and tight, and there's a touch of sour cherry on the close. Overall, there's nervous elegance here and the wine needs a few more years to unwind.",Riserva,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tornesi 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tornesi-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Tornesi 12.2,White,US,"Smoky mineral notes add a mysterious tone to elegant stone fruit on the nose and palate of this dry, steely Riesling made collaboratively by three leading Finger Lakes wineries: Anthony Road, Fox Run and Red Newt. It's focused, but has a supple fleshiness that's both intense and enjoyable.",Dry,30,90,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Tierce 2010 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tierce-2010-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Tierce 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir at about half each, this Reserve, which spent 18 months on the lees, is sophisticated, with great depth and complexity, and rich, dense swirls of golden honey and apple.",Reserve Cuvée Brut Made With Organically Grown Grapes,40,89,California,Mendocino County,Potter Valley,McFadden 2009 Reserve Cuvée Brut Made With Organically Grown Grapes Sparkling (Potter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcfadden-2009-reserve-cuvee-brut-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-potter-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2009,McFadden 14.3,Red,US,"This is rich like a dessert pastry made with dried cherries, milk chocolate, anise, roasted almonds and brown sugar. Alcohol gives it a slight burn. A good example of the riper style for drinking now.",Moonridge Vineyard,40,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Korbin Kameron 2008 Moonridge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbin-kameron-2008-moonridge-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Korbin Kameron 14.2,Red,US,"Marked by exceptionally rich, fruity flavors that finish candy sweet, this Merlot-based blend has cherry jam, blackberry, mocha and spice flavors and soft tannins. Drink it over the next 2–3 years.",Cuvée Kristin,55,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Korbin Kameron 2009 Cuvée Kristin Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbin-kameron-2009-cuvee-kristin-red-sonoma-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Korbin Kameron 13.5,White,Italy,"L'Erta is a Tuscan expression of Chardonnay that opens with a bright, golden color and spicy aromas of candied fruit, citrus, apricot, pear, honey and a touch of spicy saffron. The wine sports a bold, saturated style.",L'Erta,25,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Vigliano 2010 L'Erta Chardonnay (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigliano-2010-lerta-chardonnay-toscana/,Chardonnay,2010,Vigliano 10,White,US,"Hailing from the winery's Minnick Estate Vineyard, this is an aromatic Riesling with notes of orange peel, ripe peaches, and jasmine. While listed at less than 10 g/L residual sugar, it tastes a good bit sweeter, but the acid keeps the sugar in check.",Estate Grown,14,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Willow Crest 2011 Estate Grown Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-2011-estate-grown-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2011,Willow Crest 13,Red,Spain,"Here's a subdued wine with mild vanilla, tobacco, dried plum and raspberry aromas. It's flush and fruity on the palate, with an open-knit feel and friendly flavors of raspberry, vanilla and tobacco. On the finish, mocha, pastry and toast elements enter the picture. Drink now through 2015.",Reserva,17,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Criadores de Rioja 2007 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/criadores-rioja-2007-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Criadores de Rioja 12,Sparkling,France,"Without any sweetening dosage, this is a bone-dry wine, so crisp and laden with a citrus and mineral texture. With its intense acidity and clean feel, it brings out all the feeling of the soil of Champagne (hence the name of the cuvée, the mother rock). Drink with food.",Roche Mère Brut Nature,100,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Yann Alexandre NV Roche Mère Brut Nature (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yann-alexandre-nv-roche-mere-brut-nature-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Yann Alexandre ,Red,France,"A fruity, structured wine, dense and dark-hued, its black currant fruits giving a sense of lighter acidity. It's just coming into balance, so it will likely age well over the medium term.",Réserve des Coteaux,16,88,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Ricaud 2010 Réserve des Coteaux (Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-ricaud-2010-reserve-coteaux-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Ricaud 14.7,White,US,"A big, strong Chardonnay with prominent buttered toast, buttered popcorn, vanilla, and pineapple-orange jam flavors. Elaborate and flashy, but obviously made to appeal to the modern style. Drink up.",Private Reserve,37,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2011 Private Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2011-private-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Beringer 14.3,Red,US,"Made from Sangiovese and the classic Bordeaux grape varieties, this is a lusciously ripe but ultimately simple wine. With jam, currant, vanilla and toast flavors, it's nice for drinking now.",Super Tuscan,45,87,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Windsor Oaks 2009 Super Tuscan Red (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-oaks-2009-super-tuscan-red-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Red Blend,2009,Windsor Oaks 14.5,Red,US,"A single-vineyard Syrah from an up-and-coming vineyard, this wine is chock full of notes of coarsely ground black pepper along with celery salt, smoked meat, cherry and iron. The acid is tart and fresh with the tannins a touch dry on the finish.",May's Discovery Vineyard,32,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Two Vintners 2010 May's Discovery Vineyard Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-vintners-2010-mays-discovery-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2010,Two Vintners 13,White,Spain,"Lemon-lime and mild vanilla aromas create a good bouquet. The palate is basic in structure but quite nice in purity and acidity. Flavors of green melon and spiced apple lead to a similar tasting finish. For freshness and balance, this wine gets it right.",Estate Bottled,14,87,Catalonia,Penedès,,Sumarroca 2011 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sumarroca-2011-estate-bottled-chardonnay-penedes/,Chardonnay,2011,Sumarroca 12,Red,US,"Intensely ripe notes of black cherry and violet are highlighted by hints of ceder and mint in this forward but refreshingly brisk Cab. Dry on the palate, it's softly framed with a layer of fine, chalky tannins.",,19,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Glenora 12,Sparkling,Spain,"For a sweet bubbly priced at $9, you can't go wrong with Carta Nevada Semi Dry. This is smooth from nose to body to finish. Aromas of pear and banana are easy, while the palate keeps its poise and feel while dealing pear, mango and banana flavors. For a sugary sparkler this more than gets the job done.",Carta Nevada Semi Dry,9,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Carta Nevada Semi Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-carta-nevada-semi-dry-sparkling-cava-156504/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet 11.5,White,US,"Hints of nut oil and smoke lend a savory tone to bright stone-fruit and floral notes on this delicate semidry Riesling. Brisk with lemon-lime acidity, it finishes long with a murmur of lanolin and honey comb.",Semi-Dry,14,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2011 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2011-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2011,Heron Hill 12.5,Red,US,"Hints of fresh herbs add depth to bright red-cherry and strawberry notes on this brisk, refreshing wine. Striking acidity and soft, delicate tannins draw out a long, cherry-menthol finish.",,15,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2010 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2010-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Heron Hill 12,Sparkling,France,"A light-colored rosé, this is fresh, soft and fruity. It has attractive raspberry and flaked apple flavors, with well-integrated acidity. It makes a good apéritif style of Champagne with its gentle, warm aftertaste.",Brut Rosé,47,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Henri Abele NV Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-abele-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Henri Abele 14.5,Red,US,"A fine Mendocino Petite Sirah that's mouth filling with blueberry and licorice and plenty structured to age longer than it already has. With pleasant layers of licorice and black tea, especially on the finish, it's also ready to drink now.",,18,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Graziano 2007 Petite Sirah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graziano-2007-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Petite Sirah,2007,Graziano 14.1,Red,US,"An intense and inky Petite Sirah adorned with licorice and silky plum and blueberry flavors. With just the right amount of meatiness and softened tannins, this structured wine has a fine accent of spice on the finish and will age for years and years to come.",,25,87,California,Lake County,High Valley,Two Angels 2008 Petite Sirah (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-angels-2008-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Two Angels 13.9,White,Argentina,"For Argentina, this is about as fresh and clean as Chardonnay gets. The nose is pure but basic, with mineral and apple aromas. The palate feels good and correct, while flavors of banana, apple, melon and vanilla are solid but not overly powerful.",,17,87,Other,Alto Valle del Río Negro,,Verum 2012 Chardonnay (Alto Valle del Río Negro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verum-2012-chardonnay-alto-valle-rio-negro/,Chardonnay,2012,Verum 13.2,Red,US,"Fresh green herbs and granite notes add a lean, angular elegance to the concentrated black-cherry flavor in this wine. It's bold in structure with penetrating tannins that linger on the finish.",,25,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Ventosa NV Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventosa-nv-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,,Ventosa 13.1,Red,US,"Ripe black plum and cherry notes are accented with savory touches of olive and brine in this bold, full-bodied wine. Staunch, grippy tannins give it an angular, structured feel that persists through the long finish.",,20,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Ventosa 2009 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventosa-2009-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Ventosa 14,Red,Spain,"This is a dark bomber with black cherry, kirsch, lemony oak and shoe polish aromas. The palate is creamy and big, with acid-derived lift boosting blackberry and licorice flavors. With tons of black-fruit character, this qualifies as a fruit-forward wine with sweet overtones.",El Chaparral de Vega Sindoa Old Vines,15,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2010 El Chaparral de Vega Sindoa Old Vines Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2010-el-chaparral-de-old-vines-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2010,Vega Sindoa 11.5,Red,US,"A blend of 45% Petit Verdot, 35% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, this exudes dense aromas of charred chocolate, blackberry, leather and hickory. Full in body, it bears astringent, sinewy tannins, and it offers a finish that tastes of clove and blueberry skin.",,32,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Barren Ridge 2009 Meritage (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barren-ridge-2009-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-virginia/,Meritage,2009,Barren Ridge 14.5,Red,US,"With 18% Mourvèdre in the mix, this spicy Syrah takes cranberry and plum fruit flavors and broadens them out with well-managed tannins. Good penetration and balance.",,25,87,Idaho,,,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 2009 Syrah,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3-horse-ranch-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-snake-river-valley/,Syrah,2009,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards ,Red,France,"Fruity and juicy, this is an approachable wine for short-term drinking. There are hints of new wood, along with bright black currant flavors. It's crisp and juicy, packed with fresh fruits and a balanced structure.",,20,87,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Aiguilhe Querre 2010 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-aiguilhe-querre-2010-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Aiguilhe Querre ,Red,France,"A warm and rich wine, full of ripe black fruits, allied to the juicy acidity of the vintage. Tannins come in as a firm support to suggest some aging potential.",,,87,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château des Mille Anges 2010 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mille-anges-2010-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château des Mille Anges 14.5,Red,France,"This is a richly structured and deliciously juicy wine. The tannins are fully integrated into the fruit. The downside of the wine is a touch of greenness, particularly in the acidity.",,49,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château La Serre 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-serre-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Serre 13.5,Red,Spain,"Gritty red berry and latex aromas form a sweet, medicinal bouquet. The palate is tight, with rubbery tannins that provide the foundation for plum, boysenberry and raspberry flavors. This is a fruity wine with mild peppery bitterness and chocolate on the finish.",Teón Crianza,16,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Ontañón 2008 Teón Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-ontanon-2008-teon-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Bodegas Ontañón 13,Rose,Argentina,"With its hot pink hue and fresh strawberry and cherry aromas, this is pretty darn good rosé for Argentina, a country not known for this style of wine. In the mouth, it's crisp, with red plum and cherry flavors that carry onto the finish.",1300 Malbec,14,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andeluna 2012 1300 Malbec Rosé (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2012-1300-malbec-rose-mendoza/,Rosé,2012,Andeluna 13,White,US,"With fruit sources split between Wallula and Canyon Vineyard Ranch vineyards, this off-dry (3.6 g/L residual sugar), enjoyable Pinot Gris is medium bodied with notes of lime, pineapple and petroleum jelly.",,12,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Blue Pirate 2011 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-pirate-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2011,Blue Pirate 14,Red,US,"Lots of pure Cabernet flavor in this pleasant wine. It's rich in black cherry tart, currant, licorice and spice flavors, with a sweet coating of smoky oak. Good price for the quality.",,13,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Baron Herzog 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-herzog-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Baron Herzog 14.5,Red,France,"Smoky flavors give the fruit a firm feel, with the black currant juiciness somewhere in the background. The wine is dark and tannic, dense and austere.",,,87,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Lafleur-Gazin 2010 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafleur-gazin-2010-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lafleur-Gazin 14.5,Red,Spain,"After opening with prickly aromas, this medium-bodied Toro settles on fresh and edgy, with crisp red plum flavors topped with a touch of chocolaty oak. It's zesty and shows drive on the finish.",,19,87,Northern Spain,Toro,,Finca Sobreño 2009 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sobreno-2009-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2009,Finca Sobreño 12.8,Sparkling,US,"A little scoury, but elegant, with rich flavors of yeast, toast, pears, limes, Meyer lemons and honey. It's made from Pinot Blanc.",Sierra Madre Vineyard Cremant,34,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Goat Bubbles 2010 Sierra Madre Vineyard Cremant Sparkling (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goat-bubbles-2010-sierra-madre-vineyard-cremant-sparkling-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2010,Goat Bubbles 12.8,Sparkling,US,"Made from Chardonnay, this is a dry sparkling wine, pert in acidity, with rich flavors of yeast and citrus fruits. It's a bit scoury in the mouth, with edgy bubbles. Drink now.",Sierra Madre Vineyard Blanc de Blancs,38,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Goat Bubbles 2010 Sierra Madre Vineyard Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goat-bubbles-2010-sierra-madre-vineyard-blanc-blancs-sparkling-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2010,Goat Bubbles 13.5,White,Italy,"A subbrand of Chianti Classico's Castello di Volpaia, Prelius is an organic white wine that bursts open with bright aromas of citrus, dried hay and green lime. The wine is incredibly refreshing and clean.",,16,87,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Prelius 2011 Vermentino (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prelius-2011-italian-white-vermentino-maremma-toscana/,Vermentino,2011,Prelius 14.4,White,US,"Aged entirely in new French oak, the opening aroma reflects woody notes before revealing waves of rich, thick coconut and caramel. Full bodied in style, it finishes with a hint of sweetness.",Del Arroyo Vineyard,20,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Occasio 2011 Del Arroyo Vineyard Fumé Blanc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/occasio-2011-arroyo-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-fume-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2011,Occasio 13,White,Spain,"Citrus, mango and animal cracker aromas are mild and easy to like. The palate on this white blend (led by 50% Verdejo) offers melon, apple, mango and a hint of spice, while the finish is clean, smooth and just racy enough. Drink now for max freshness.",Las Brisas,12,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Naia 2011 Las Brisas White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naia-2011-las-brisas-white-rueda/,White Blend,2011,Naia 14.4,Red,US,"Shows the tannins of a mountain-grown wine, but not the depth of one to age, so drink up. This is a fine Cabernet, with great varietal character, showcasing blackberry and currant flavors enhanced with smoky cedar wood.",Reserve,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Courtney Benham 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Courtney Benham 14.5,Red,Italy,"This estate delivered a fine Rosso di Montalcino in 2008 and less certain results with its Brunello the same year. The issue is the sharp acidity that really makes your mouth pucker. Thankfully, the intense crispness is balanced by softer spice, black fruit and tobacco aromas.",,75,87,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Cordella 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cordella-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Cordella 14.9,Red,US,"From a region and producer more widely known for Chenin Blanc comes this very drinkable Petite Sirah with chewy blue fruit, coffee, toasty coconut and oak. There's enough structure and girth to age a while, so pair it in a few years with roasted or braised meats, a giant slab of steak or any other suitably hearty meal.",,26,87,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Clarksburg Wine Company 2010 Petite Sirah (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarksburg-wine-company-2010-petite-sirah-central-valley-clarksburg/,Petite Sirah,2010,Clarksburg Wine Company 13,Red,US,"This is a bright, brisk wine that's chock full of crisp red-plum flavors and a sweet cherry-blossom perfume that lingers from start to finish. Brisk acidity and loads of fresh, green herbal notes meld nicely with soft, but mouthfilling tannins.",Davis Vineyards,29,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Damiani 2010 Davis Vineyards Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damiani-2010-davis-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2010,Damiani 13,Red,US,"Hints of spice, dried herb and black tea lend an elegant earthiness to concentrated, but crisp, black cherry and berry flavors on this Cabernet Franc. The palate is full bodied but structured with a flurry of soft tannins that linger on the finish.",,25,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Billsboro 2010 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billsboro-2010-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Billsboro ,Red,US,"A veneer of vanilla gives this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot a pastry-like scent, which coats the underlying note of wild-berry pie filling. The palate offers bright acids and firm tannins, which layer the finish.",New World,28,87,Virginia,Monticello,,Trump 2008 New World Red (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trump-2008-new-world-red-monticello/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Trump 13.8,Red,US,"Blackberry, briar and savory herb notes point to the preponderance of Cabernet Franc in this round, but elegantly balanced Bordeaux-style blend. It's rich and ripe on the palate with a frame of velvety tannins that extend long on the finish.",Quintessence,20,87,New York,New York Other,New York,Six Mile Creek 2010 Quintessence Red (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-mile-creek-2010-quintessence-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Six Mile Creek 14.5,Red,US,"Rich and full bodied, Phil's Selection Zin is a statement on blackberry jam layered in leathery goodness with slight accents of spice and tobacco. A big bold wine that'll need big bold flavors to match.",Phil's Selection,25,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Starr 2009 Phil's Selection Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-starr-2009-phils-selection-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,2009,Sierra Starr 13,Rose,Spain,"Here's a rosé from last season that's still bright and lively. Aromas of raspberry and watermelon are fresh and inviting, while the palate is medium in intensity, with red licorice and strawberry flavors. Drink now and this wine should still be crisp and refreshing.",Garnacha,9,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2011 Garnacha Rosé (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2011-garnacha-rose-navarra/,Rosé,2011,Vega Sindoa 14,White,Spain,"This is an oaky but airy Chardonnay with peach, melon and vanilla aromas. The palate mixes fresh acidity and creaminess with oak-based flavors of vanilla as well as more standard melon and banana. The finish features mostly woodspice and vanilla flavors.",,15,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2011 Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2011-chardonnay-navarra/,Chardonnay,2011,Vega Sindoa 13,Red,Italy,"This blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot opens with savory aromas of cured meat and dusty black pepper with some black olive, licorice and dried cassis. The wine shows a brawny personality with tight, slightly gritty tannins on the close.",Poggio Stella Pleos,19,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Toscana,,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 2008 Poggio Stella Pleos Red (Rosso di Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vecchia-cantina-montepulciano-2008-poggio-stella-pleos-red-rosso-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 13.5,Red,Spain,"This young Garnacha is fresh and fruity, and entirely approachable and likable given the price. The palate is fairly smooth and medium in weight, with blackberry flavors that fade to darkness on the finish. This was made for everyday sipping.",Old Vine,9,87,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Valcantara 2011 Old Vine Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valcantara-2011-old-vine-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2011,Valcantara 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Dusty aromas of apple and mild yeast form the bouquet on this traditional Cava. In the mouth, it's frothy and foamy on contact, while the flavors veer from peppery and dry to apple and citrus. This finishes nice and peppery, with proper dryness for a brut sparkler.",Reserva Heredad Brut,25,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Reserva Heredad Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-reserva-heredad-brut-sparkling-cava-156028/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas 14.5,Red,Spain,"Initial cola, cassis and cherry aromas are offset by a compost-like, leathery set of smells. In the mouth, it's scratchy feeling and slightly abrasive, with leafy, earthy flavors of baked berry leading to a spicy tasting but dull feeling finish. Drink now.",Reserva,36,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Legaris 2006 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legaris-2006-reserva-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2006,Legaris 12,Sparkling,Spain,"With lemon-lime and lemongrass aromas, this Cava is slightly exotic on the bouquet. The palate feels good but not terribly interesting or complex, with flavors of dusty apple, peach and vanilla. With a short finish, this vintage sparkler is fine but not as good as in the past.",Brut Gran Reserva,50,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Juvé y Camps 2008 Brut Gran Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juve-camps-2008-brut-gran-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Juvé y Camps 13.5,Red,Spain,"This earthy number is authentic for Tempranillo. Aromas of dried leaves, leather and herbal berry are attractive and set up mossy black plum flavors. There's a nice texture and chunky power to this traditional but generous wine.",Henoba,16,87,Spain Other,Spain,,Lagar de Besada 2010 Henoba Tempranillo (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagar-besada-2010-henoba-tempranillo-other/,Tempranillo,2010,Lagar de Besada 14.8,Red,US,"Lots of spicy Zin flavors in this affordable wine. It's soft and rich, yet dry, with briary blackberry, black currant, cocoa and spice flavors that finish with a warm headiness.",Kinneybrook,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2009 Kinneybrook Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2009-kinneybrook-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Kunde 14.5,Red,US,"This Tempranillo has a core of rich, deep, dark berry and cherry fruit, rounded out by layers of soft, spicy tannins.",Tormenta-Kirschenman Vineyard,24,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,M2 2010 Tormenta-Kirschenman Vineyard Tempranillo (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m2-2010-tormenta-kirschenman-vineyard-tempranillo-central-valley-lodi/,Tempranillo,2010,M2 13,White,Spain,"Dry, dusty melon and lime aromas form a quiet but welcoming bouquet. The palate on this Viura is fresh and mild, with apple, mineral and citrus flavors.",Blanco,14,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Luis Alegre 2011 Blanco Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-alegre-2011-blanco-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2011,Luis Alegre 14.9,Red,US,"Dark as night, this is a sumptuous, rich, concentrated and full-bodied Cabernet tasting of dark berry and oak, with a trace of leather saddle on the finish.",Estate Grown,25,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Mettler Family Vineyards 2010 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mettler-family-2010-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Mettler Family Vineyards 14.6,Red,US,"Pretty good Cabernet, dry and very tannic, and rich in black currants and oak. It's made in the modern style, and not likely to age, so drink up.",,75,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert John 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-john-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Robert John 14.7,Red,US,White pepper and thyme stand alongside ripe flavors of blackberries and toasty oak in this Cabernet. Brisk acidity testifies to its cool-climate origins. Will drink well over the next five years or so.,Flood Family Vineyards,24,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rancho Sisquoc 2010 Flood Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-2010-flood-family-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Rancho Sisquoc 12.5,Sparkling,US,"A blend of half Chardonnay, half Pinot Noir, the organically-certified grapes for this sparkler hail from the 2010 vintage. This is a light, barely aromatic wine that's refreshingly high in acidity. It tastes remarkably like a Gravenstein apple, but could also be mistaken for a delicious hard cider.",Cuvée Brut,25,87,California,Mendocino County,Potter Valley,McFadden NV Cuvée Brut Sparkling (Potter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcfadden-nv-cuvee-brut-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-potter-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,McFadden 14.2,Red,Argentina,"This rooty smelling wine delivers herb, cola and cassis aromas in front of a wiry feeling palate that's loaded to the brim with hard-biting tannins. Flavors of mossy, baked berry fruits come with an herbal streak, and the finish is hard due to those grating tannins. For a five-year-old wine to feel this hard is telling.",Kinien,48,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ruca Malen 2008 Kinien Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruca-malen-2008-kinien-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Ruca Malen 13,White,South Africa,"Lemon, green gooseberry and plum lead the nose and mouth of this refreshing Sauvignon Blanc. The texture is ripe and fruit forward, but lifted with good acidic cut that ends on a mouthwatering finish. Drink now.",,19,87,Walker Bay,,,Southern Right 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/southern-right-2011-sauvignon-blanc-walker-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Southern Right ,Red,France,"A juicy, fruity wine with attractive, bright red-berry fruit flavors. The wine is fresh, touched nicely by some wood and tannins.",,20,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Pezat 2010 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezat-2010-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Pezat 14,Red,South Africa,"This ripe and accessible wine starts off with aromas of strawberry and black raspberry, dusted with cocoa powder. The medium-weight palate offers bright fruit flavors and lifting acidity, framed by softly structured tannins. Drink now.",L'Avenir,28,87,Stellenbosch,,,Laroche 2009 L'Avenir Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laroche-2009-lavenir-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2009,Laroche 14.2,Red,US,"This 100% varietal wine hails from Canyon Vineyard Ranch and Oasis vineyards. It's tart and puckering with notes of cocoa, raspberries and licorice and a firm squeeze of tannins. Barrel notes of vanilla and dill linger on the finish.",,12,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2010 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2010-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Waterbrook 13.55,Red,US,"This appropriately named wine contains a mix of eight Bordeaux and Rhône grape varieties with no single grape making up so much as a quarter of the blend. Notes of cherry and tobacco meld with dry chocolate, ash and light herbal tones leading to a spice-filled finish.",Mélange Red Varietal Blend,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2010 Mélange Red Varietal Blend Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2010-melange-red-varietal-blend-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Waterbrook ,Red,Italy,"This riserva opens with a bright, purplish color and aromas of bruised apple skin, citrus, cherry and prune. There's a touch of volatility here that might become more pronounced the more this wine is aged.",Riserva,,87,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Magia 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magia-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,La Magia 14.5,Red,Spain,"This wine is quite fruity on the nose. Next, it's dense and solid in the mouth, however the flavors turn quickly towards syrupy berry and stewed black fruits. A raisin-like flavor pops up on the finish to accompany chewy tannins and a pasty feeling residue.",,21,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Peña Roble 2011 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pena-roble-2011-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2011,Peña Roble 13.5,Red,Spain,"Fresh red-berry aromas offer a clean opening. This blend of Bobal, Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon is snappy and crisp in feel, with flavors of fresh tomato, raspberry, red plum and vanilla. The finish is fresh and friendly, with a hint of scour.",Colección Privada Crianza,16,87,Levante,Valencia,,Marqués de Caro 2009 Colección Privada Crianza Red (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caro-2009-coleccion-privada-crianza-red-valencia/,Red Blend,2009,Marqués de Caro 12.3,Red,US,"There's a whiff of menthol on the nose of this red blend that brings levity to the rich, preserved black-cherry flavor on the palate. It's a dry, medium-bodied wine with firm, mouthfilling tannins and hints of vanilla and spice that linger.",Miller's Cove,22,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Spring 2010 Miller's Cove Red (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-spring-2010-millers-cove-red-finger-lakes/,Red Blend,2010,Keuka Spring 14.9,White,US,"Like the label says, this Riesling is dry, but the high alcohol level gives it a glycerine impression of sweetness. The wine also shows Riesling's brisk acidity, while the flavors are forward in lemon and lime jam, honeysuckle and Riesling's telltale petrol.",Dry,20,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Kessler-Haak 2011 Dry Riesling (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kessler-haak-2011-dry-riesling-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Riesling,2011,Kessler-Haak 14.6,Red,US,"This wine is a bit direct in cherry and raspberry candy flavor, but the texture offers plenty of Pinot Noir pleasure. It's silky and delicate, with a drink-me-now appeal. The acidity gives the fruit a mouthwatering edge of citrus.",Jaden & Keira's Cuvée,35,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Kastania 2009 Jaden & Keira's Cuvée Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kastania-2009-jaden-keiras-cuvee-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Kastania 14.7,Red,US,"There's plenty of ripe raspberry and cherry jam flavor on this wine, highlighted with interesting cola, beef jerky, vanilla and toast notes. Dry and silky on the palate, it's a pretty wine for drinking now.",Jaden & Keira's Cuvée,35,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Kastania 2008 Jaden & Keira's Cuvée Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kastania-2008-jaden-keiras-cuvee-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kastania 14.4,Red,US,"Small pockets of Aglianico persist in the Foothills with mostly good results. This wine upholds the effort in its boysenberry jam, vanilla and strong tannic structure. Heavy shouldered with a foundation of acidity, pair it with a steaming lamb roast encrusted in herbs.",,25,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Montoliva 2008 Aglianico (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montoliva-2008-italian-red-aglianico-sierra-foothills/,Aglianico,2008,Montoliva 13,White,Spain,"With waxy citrus aromas offset by stone-fruit scents, this Verdejo opens in clean, attractive form. The palate is easygoing and offers freshening acidity, while flavors of apple, lime and orange set up a fresh, cutting finish. Drink immediately for maximum freshness and expression.",Inspiración Pampano,12,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Agricola Castellana 2011 Inspiración Pampano Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-castellana-2011-inspiracion-pampano-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2011,Agricola Castellana 13.5,White,US,"A blend of Chenin Blanc and Sauvignon Blanc, this wine exemplifies the finesse of a fine Santa Ynez white wine. It's ripe with orange and peach jam flavors, but there's no oak, so what you get is pure fruit.",This is Eleven Unplugged,16,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Andrew Murray 2011 This is Eleven Unplugged White (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-2011-this-is-eleven-unplugged-white-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,White Blend,2011,Andrew Murray 13.5,Red,Italy,"Mondo Canaiolo is a sort of celebration of the Canaiolo grape (a little-known variety from central Italy). The wine is inky dark in color with aromas of ripe fruit, prune and wet earth. It's a simple wine but shows nice richness on the close.",Mondo,17,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Grati 2009 Mondo Canaiolo (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grati-2009-mondo-italian-red-canaiolo-toscana/,Canaiolo,2009,Grati 12.6,Red,US,"Aged in American oak for approximately 11 months, this Bordeaux-style blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc and 10% Merlot is medium bodied and supple, with astringency that kicks in on the midpalate. The acidity keeps the palate feeling lively, and the notes of blackberry, cassis, tobacco and mocha are stimulating.",Lomax Reserve Red,20,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Granite Heights 2008 Lomax Reserve Red Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/granite-heights-2008-lomax-reserve-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Granite Heights ,Red,France,"Earthy in character, this is powerful and rich, yet somewhat rustic. It has concentrated ripe fruit, dark and dense, best at the end with its juiciness.",,,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Goulée 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goulee-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Goulée ,Red,France,"Dense and tannic, a firmly wood- and stalky-fruit based wine. Black currant fruits and dry tannins are the prominent characteristics. On the finish, the fruit shows a juicier feel.",Première Cuvée,21,87,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Lamothe 2010 Première Cuvée (Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-2010-premiere-cuvee-red-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lamothe 13.5,Red,France,"Firm and structured, this is a textured wine, its tannins currently showing strongly. The blueberry fruit flavors offer a juicy, friendly contrast, resulting in a balanced wine that will benefit from a year or two of aging.",Cuvée Prestige,21,87,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Arnaud Jouan 2010 Cuvée Prestige (Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-arnaud-jouan-2010-cuvee-prestige-red-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Arnaud Jouan ,Red,France,"A rich but structured wine, this shows dark fruits and a strong tannic core. There is fine acidity and a taut, mineral texture.",,20,87,Bordeaux,Francs Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Franc-Cardinal 2010 Francs Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-franc-cardinal-2010-red-francs-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Franc-Cardinal ,Red,France,"With polished, new-wood aromas and flavors, this is a smooth wine. Hints of mint go with the black plum notes and the firmer, bitter chocolate flavors. In a modern style, this is likely to age quickly.",,,87,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Reynon 2010 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-reynon-2010-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Reynon 14.5,Red,Italy,This easy going blended red from Tuscany opens with bright cherry and blackberry aromas against a backdrop of bitter almond and a touch of Indian spice. The fresh acidity makes this a perfect pasta wine.,Spezieri,17,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Col d'Orcia 2011 Spezieri Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-dorcia-2011-spezieri-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2011,Col d'Orcia 13.5,Red,Spain,"Rubbery, floral aromas of raspberry and cherry along with wet cement get this mature Toro wine going. The palate offers fleshy fruit and firm tannins, while the flavor profile brings floral, leafy, leathery flavors in front of a solid, fresh feeling and leafy tasting finish. Drink now.",Third Generation Dama de Toro Crianza,17,87,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Fariña 2006 Third Generation Dama de Toro Crianza (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-farina-2006-third-generation-dama-toro-crianza-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,2006,Bodegas Fariña 13.2,Red,US,"Good price for a Cab this succulent. Shows lots of rich, upfront blackberry jam and cassis flavors, brightened with crisp acidity. A touch of oak adds a pleasant jacket of smoky-sweet char.",,12,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ballard Lane 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballard-lane-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Ballard Lane 14.3,Red,US,"Here's a classy Cabernet for drinking now. It's dry and smooth in tannins, with complex flavors of blackberries, currants, tobacco and cedar that finish soft and rich.",The Divining Rod,20,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,C. Mondavi & Family 2010 The Divining Rod Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/c-mondavi-family-2010-divining-rod-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,C. Mondavi & Family 13.5,White,South Africa,"The bouquet of this wine is somewhat dainty, offering layered aromas of yellow apple, gooseberry, melon and crushed mineral. Ripe stone-fruit flavors add breadth to the dominating citrus notes, with a hint of sweet grass unfolding on the finish.",,26,87,Walker Bay,,,Bouchard Finlayson 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-finlayson-2011-sauvignon-blanc-walker-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Bouchard Finlayson 13.5,Red,Spain,"Inviting berry and dark plum aromas are matched by spice notes and depth. The palate feels ripe and full, maybe a touch scratchy, with generous flavors of berry fruits, licorice and toast. For a value wine this shows intensity and good flavors.",Para Celsus Made with Organically Grown Grapes,10,87,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Bodegas Navarro López 2011 Para Celsus Made with Organically Grown Grapes Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2011-para-celsus-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2011,Bodegas Navarro López 12,Sparkling,France,"The nonvintage cuvée from Yann Alexandre is a deliciously fruity wine, given complexity by some yeastiness. The Champagne is dry, shot through with citrus and green fruits, steely acidity and a bright, crisp aftertaste.",Sélection Brut,90,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Yann Alexandre NV Sélection Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yann-alexandre-nv-selection-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Yann Alexandre 12,Sparkling,France,"This is an intensely strawberry-flavored wine, despite the dry character. It has a tannic edge, giving an almost red wine feel to it. At the same time, the crisp acidity and the fruitiness push it more towards a ripe, food-friendly Champagne.",Cuvée Rubis Premier Cru Rosé,110,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Yann Alexandre NV Cuvée Rubis Premier Cru Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yann-alexandre-nv-cuvee-rubis-premier-cru-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Yann Alexandre 13.5,White,US,"Stainless-steel fermented, this Sierra Foothills' Sauvignon Blanc is creamy, with great texture, and lilting layers of light peach, kiwi, lime and melon. Delicious—enjoy it with seafood or goat cheese on crackers.",Solstice,20,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Starr 2011 Solstice Sauvignon Blanc (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-starr-2011-solstice-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Sierra Starr 13,Red,US,"Comprised of 48% Merlot, 26% Cabernet Franc, 21% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Petit Verdot, this has ripe, forward aromas of cherry and boysenberry, with nuances of potpourri, cocoa and Indian spice. The palate is concentrated and intense, and it packs astringent, tongue-coating tannins that frame the supple core. The lasting finish ends on notes of cinnamon and graphite.",Simply Red,16,88,Virginia,Monticello,,Trump 2008 Simply Red Red (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trump-2008-simply-red-monticello/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Trump 14.1,Red,US,"There's still a lot of blackberry and cherry pie fruit on this nearly six-year-old wine. It's just starting to turn the corner, showing hints of maturity, mellowing tannins and a sweet, spicy finish. Drink it over the next 2–3 years.",,31,88,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Peter Cellars 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-cellars-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Peter Cellars 12.5,White,Spain,"This is classic Albariño; it has mineral, citrus and ocean aromas. These scents are backed by a round but fit palate with leesy freshness and flavors of apple, lime and natural vanilla. Stylish and pure on the finish; drink immediately.",,15,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo Torrado 2011 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-torrado-2011-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,Pazo Torrado 14.7,Red,US,"There's tons of rich raspberry and cherry fruit in this Pinot, as well as a hit of new oak. It's all brightened by a squirt of tart, citrusy acidity. Give it some decanting and drink now.",Estate,36,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,McIntyre Vineyards 2011 Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcintyre-2011-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,McIntyre Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"A Merlot-based blend with 10% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot, this offers forward aromas of dark cherry, blueberry compote and blackberry, which are offset by notes of pastry spice, char and tobacco. Medium- to full-bodied, it offers ripe, integrated tannins and lush acids that lend the palate a velvety texture.",Estate Reserve Josie's Knoll,25,88,Virginia,Monticello,,Lovingston 2009 Estate Reserve Josie's Knoll Red (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lovingston-2009-estate-reserve-josies-knoll-red-monticello/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Lovingston 14.5,Red,Spain,"Dry, oaky spice and earth notes rest on top of mulchy berry fruit and leather aromas. In the mouth, this is tannic and grabby, with herbal notes and bitterness blended with plum and berry flavors. Having spent 20 months in oak, the finish is loaded with mint, toast, charred bitterness and herbal accents. A quality wine but one with some shortcomings.",Alfa Spiga,46,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,O. Fournier 2007 Alfa Spiga (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2007-alfa-spiga-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2007,O. Fournier 13.5,Red,Italy,This tight and sharp Vino Nobile offers the bright acidity and chiseled contours to pair with cheesy lasagna or ricotta-filled ravioli. It shows aromas of white cherry and wet earth.,,25,88,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Fattoria Del Cerro 2009 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-cerro-2009-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,2009,Fattoria Del Cerro 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This is a friendly, fresh, open Merlot, not a variety that Argentina is known for. Aromas of cassis and red plum lead to a mild, fresh-feeling palate with red-fruit flavors and a pinch of vanilla. Beyond that, it's not demanding and finishes well.",Saurus Select,19,88,Other,Patagonia,,Familia Schroeder 2010 Saurus Select Merlot (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2010-saurus-select-merlot-patagonia/,Merlot,2010,Familia Schroeder 13.5,Red,Italy,). Rubiolo is a soft and lush Chianti Classico with ripe fruit aromas backed by easy leather and tobacco. The wine shows nice lines and supple spice.,Rubiolo,23,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Gagliole 2009 Rubiolo (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gagliole-2009-rubiolo-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Gagliole 12,Sparkling,France,"Red fruit notes with touches of tannin dominate this wine. It is tight, with a bitter cherry flavor that suggests this bottling needs some age. There's a firm feel overall, suggesting this will work better with food than as an apéritif.",Rosé Prestige Premier Cru Brut,65,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Duval-Leroy NV Rosé Prestige Premier Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duval-leroy-nv-rose-prestige-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Duval-Leroy 13.6,Red,US,"This is a very pleasing Cab Franc that's rich and and spicy like cola with a dark and brooding feel. Full bodied and concentrated, the finish is long and slightly herbal.",,29,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Cuda Ridge Wines 2010 Cabernet Franc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuda-ridge-wines-2010-cabernet-franc-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Cuda Ridge Wines ,White,France,"A bright, wood-aged wine, this is full of toast and yellow fruit notes framed by complex acidity. The wine has an ageworthy side as well, with the texture showing a mineral, nervy element on the finish.",,,88,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château des Matards 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-matards-2010-white-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château des Matards ,Red,France,"A big, bold, fruity wine, this has great tannins, ripe black-currant fruit and an attractive sense of structure. It has all the juiciness and freshness of 2010, but is a wine for aging over 3–4 years.",,10,88,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Fontenelle 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fontenelle-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Fontenelle 13.5,Red,Italy,"The nice thing about this Brunello is that it is not one of those in-your-face reds. Instead, the wine delivers measured tones of cherry, leather, coffee and spice that are integrated and balanced as a whole. In the mouth, it shows good tannic structure and point of bright acidity.",,46,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Cantina di Montalcino 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-montalcino-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Cantina di Montalcino 13.5,Red,Spain,"This value-priced Ribera is a winner. It opens with bright fruit, cedar and vanilla aromas. The palate feels firm and tannic, but not hard or mean. Flavors of black fruits, coffee and cola include chocolate and dry spice, while the finish is proper in feel and the slightest bit herbal in flavor.",Vendimia Seleccionada,11,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Dolmo 2011 Vendimia Seleccionada (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dolmo-2011-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2011,Dolmo 15.5,Red,US,"Rich, tannic and full bodied, with black cherry jam, red currant, raisin and spice flavors that are penetrating and long. It's a heady wine that's high in alcohol—drink now with grilled beef or chicken slathered in barbecue sauce.",OFS,32,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2010 OFS Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2010-ofs-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,De Loach 14.4,White,US,"Though not much Chardonnay is grown in Rutherford, this one's pretty good with rich citrus and tropical fruit flavors accented with buttered toast. It's a little soft and herbal, but feels festive.",,50,88,California,Napa,Rutherford,D.R. Stephens 2011 Chardonnay (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-stephens-2011-chardonnay-napa-rutherford/,Chardonnay,2011,D.R. Stephens 13,Red,Spain,"For a $12 wine, this blend of Tempranillo and Garnacha is clean on the bouquet, with cherry and raspberry aromas leading the way. The feel is vibrant and bouncy, while flavors of red berry, plum and light oak set up a chocolaty finish with dry spice and mild buttery flavors.",Petit Albet Made with Organic Grapes,12,88,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Albet I Noya 2011 Petit Albet Made with Organic Grapes Tempranillo-Garnacha (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albet-i-noya-2011-petit-made-with-organic-grapes-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-catalunya/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2011,Albet I Noya 13.6,Red,US,"This vineyard-designated Mourvèdre is nearly 100% varietal with just a small splash of Syrah added. The grape's white pepper, pomegranate and gamy character is on full display here, framed by the refreshing acidity of the vintage.",Alder Ridge Vineyard,40,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Apex 2010 Alder Ridge Vineyard Mourvèdre (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-2010-alder-ridge-vineyard-mourvedre-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Mourvèdre,2010,Apex 14.5,Red,US,"Tasting of sweet baked plum and raspberry, this Amador blend of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Syrah and 10% Petite Sirah is thick, rich and leathery and gets better in the glass. The Petite speaks loudly right now, but should integrate and on the finish, a trace of vanilla lingers for a long time.",Painted Fields,28,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Andis 2010 Painted Fields Red (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andis-2010-painted-fields-red-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Red Blend,2010,Andis 14,Red,Spain,"This cool, collected RDD opens with cola, earth, moss and berry aromas along with charred notes that suggest campfire and shoe polish. The palate is solid and feels right, while flavors of charred berry, herbal plum and carob precede a mossy finish.",Tinto 6 Meses en Barrica,20,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Alidis 2011 Tinto 6 Meses en Barrica (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alidis-2011-tinto-6-meses-en-barrica-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2011,Alidis 14.5,Red,US,"A gentle but flashy reserve-style Cabernet for drinking now. It's rich in blackberry jam, currants and anise, with touches of smoky oak. The acid-tannin structure gives it the refinement of an upscale Napa Cab.",Black Label,65,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Black Stallion 2008 Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-stallion-2008-label-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Black Stallion 14.5,Red,US,"Soft, sweet and smooth, a nice Cabernet Sauvignon-based wine to drink now. The palate is stellar, offering waves of cherries, raspberries, mocha, licorice and buttered cinnamon toast.",Maximus,35,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bennett Lane 2009 Maximus Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennett-lane-2009-maximus-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Bennett Lane 14,Red,Italy,Ignaccio is a balanced and fresh Rosso di Montalcino with pretty tones of cherry and dried currant followed by black spice and wet earth. The wine would pair splendidly with pasta and creamy artichoke sauce.,Ignaccio,33,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Il Marroneto 2009 Ignaccio (Rosso di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-marroneto-2009-ignaccio-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2009,Il Marroneto 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Cured meat, game and mentholated herbal aromas lead on the nose of this Shiraz-Grenache-Mourvèdre blend, backed by fruity notes of red currant, plum and cherry. Those fruit-based aromas carry through to the round, approachable palate, with soft tannins and a peppered-mocha flavor that lingers on the finish. Drink now.",Renegade,22,88,Stellenbosch,,,Ken Forrester 2007 Renegade G-S-M (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2007-renegade-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-stellenbosch/,G-S-M,2007,Ken Forrester 14.1,White,US,"Shows the herbal quality that often marks this winery's Napa Chardonnay, with a tobacco and sage edge to the citrus fruit and Asian pear flavors. The structure is balanced with brisk acidity and even some oaky wood tannins.",Estate Grown,42,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2010 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2010-estate-grown-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Grgich Hills 12.75,Red,US,"Fruity and forward with ripe blackberry and cherry flavors, this Merlot-based blend is balanced with savory layers of dried herb and crushed granite minerality. Vibrant acidity and soft but penetrating tannins extend on the finish.",Essence Table Wine,25,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Seneca Lake,Hector Wine Company 2010 Essence Table Wine Red (Seneca Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hector-wine-company-2010-essence-table-red-finger-lakes-seneca-lake/,Red Blend,2010,Hector Wine Company 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a super dark and concentrated Brunello with aromas of black cherry, blackberry pie, teriyaki sauce, leather, cured meat and moist pipe tobacco. The wine is definitely chewy and ripe, but with great structure and a velvety texture.",,62,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Serena 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serena-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,La Serena 13,White,Spain,"Dusty apple and white peach aromas provide a nice greeting. The wine is basic and tangy in terms of feel, with lemon-lime, bitter lettuce, banana, nectarine and pineapple flavors. While not exactly complex or elevated, it delivers pure citrus characteristics offset by solid minerality.",,24,88,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Abad Dom Bueno 2011 Godello (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abad-dom-bueno-2011-spanish-white-godello-bierzo/,Godello,2011,Abad Dom Bueno 14.5,Red,US,"Greg Graziano boldly makes many, many cases of hardly ever seen Dolcetto from Mendocino every year and this one's worth his audacity. Akin to pie a la mode, it has layers of liqueur-like cherry and soft, rounded tannins, an easy drinking wine.",,18,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Enotria 2009 Dolcetto (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enotria-2009-italian-red-dolcetto-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Dolcetto,2009,Enotria 13.5,Red,US,"A very good Mendocino County Cabernet, Kimmel is tightly tannic with an elegant backbeat. The palate is very savory in its cranberry, herb and dark berry fruit flavors. Full bodied with layers of concentration, the wine's still young; give it time to open and develop.",,48,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Kimmel 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kimmel-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Kimmel ,Dessert,US,"This is a single vineyard Semillon from Canyon Vineyard Ranch in the Yakima Valley. It's über aromatic and flavorful with notes of orange peel, honey and citrus. The 170 g/L residual sugar provides richness and the neutral French oak aging only adds to the wine's viscous feel.",Late Harvest Semillon Ice Wine,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2010 Late Harvest Semillon Ice Wine Semillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2010-late-harvest-semillon-ice-wine-semillon-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,2010,Waterbrook 13.6,Red,US,"Waterbrook consistently provides high-quality wines at affordable prices and this appealing Cabernet is just another example. Dark cherry, cocoa and barrel notes from a kiss of new American oak (19%) lead to a palate with broad cherry flavors and grainy tannins.",,12,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Waterbrook 12.5,Red,US,"High-toned aromas of cherry cola and berry preserves are enticing on this concentrated, fruit-forward Pinot Noir. The palate is suppple with ripe cherry flavor, tinged with a spray of violets and firm, yet chalky, tannins.",,22,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Billsboro 2010 Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billsboro-2010-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2010,Billsboro 14,Red,Spain,"This is a very nice value wine with balsam wood, almond candy, cola and black-fruit aromas. The palate feels pure and fresh, with a ton of plum, berry, cocoa and tobacco flavors. It's smooth, long and solid on the finish.",Ramón Roqueta,12,88,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Bodegas 1898 2011 Ramón Roqueta Tempranillo (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-1898-2011-ramon-roqueta-tempranillo-catalunya/,Tempranillo,1898,Bodegas 1898 13.7,Red,US,"You could use this wine as a textbook Dry Creek Zin. Ripe and delicious with briary blackberry, cherry, cola and currant flavors that persist through a long, spicy finish. The tannins are furry, giving it instant likeability.",,25,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bella 2010 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-2010-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Bella ,Red,France,"While there is a strong element of new wood in this wine, it also has plenty of ripe black fruits. So it makes a wine that is powerful, potentially complex in 4–5 years with richness and a solid, serious final character.",,20,88,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Hyot 2010 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-hyot-2010-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Hyot ,Red,France,"Big, bold and juicy, with ripe black fruits that dominate the rich tannins. The power and concentration both promise a good future for this solid, full-bodied wine, so keep for 4–5 years.",,10,88,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Haut la Pointe 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-pointe-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Haut la Pointe ,Red,France,"Firmly tannic yet with enough sense of juicy fruit to act as a balance, this is a fine, rich wine, showing power and concentration with a solid, ripe structure. Give this wine at least five years to soften and round out.",,27,88,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Gigault 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gigault-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Gigault 13.9,Red,US,"This winery's Santa Barbara bottling has established a track record as a fine, elegant Pinot Noir at a fair price. It's not one you need to age, but it shows a clean, pure approach, with a silky mouthfeel and classic Pinot flavors of persimmon, cola and mushrooms.",,25,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Martin Ray 2011 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Martin Ray 14.5,Red,US,"This darkly colored, tannic, young wine boasts lots of rich black cherry, currant, cola, pie-spice and sandalwood flavors. It also has a rich mushroomy streak. A bit angular and jagged now, give it 5–6 years in the cellar and see what it does.",Uplands,40,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Pence 2010 Uplands Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pence-ranch-2010-uplands-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Pence 13.5,Red,Italy,"Brunello Pinino opens with inky dark concentration and heavy aromas of ripe fruit, tobacco smoke, leather, tar, licorice and sweet cherry or prune. There's a fine but gritty texture to the tannins and the wine ends on a dry, astringent note. Give it a few more years to unwind.",,45,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pinino 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinino-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Pinino 14.2,White,US,"Sugary orange-jam and vanilla flavors are brightened by crisp acidity that gives this wine a clean finish. Lightly-oaked, it's easy to drink on its own, or with appetizers such as tempura, bacon-wrapped shrimp or toast with goat cheese and roasted peppers.",Block 4SB20,22,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2011 Block 4SB20 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2011-block-4sb20-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Kunde 14.1,Red,US,There's a real bite of lime juice that brightens the ripe raspberry and persimmon flavors on this Pinot Noir. Pair with rich meats and cheeses for balance.,Kessler-Haak Vineyard Clone 2A,42,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Kessler-Haak 2010 Kessler-Haak Vineyard Clone 2A Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kessler-haak-2010-vineyard-clone-2a-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Kessler-Haak 13,White,Italy,"A Tuscan blend of Trebbiano and Semillon, Nemorino opens with a light golden color and soft aromas of vanilla cream, apricot and lemon mousse. The wine feels weighty and creamy and would pair with risotto or scampi.",Nemorino,20,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,I Giusti e Zanza 2011 Nemorino White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-giusti-e-zanza-2011-nemorino-white-toscana/,White Blend,2011,I Giusti e Zanza 14.5,Red,Italy,"Dark extraction and concentrated fruit set the stage. The wine has soft touches of blackberry fruit and plump cherry that are inevitably followed by tight tannins and sharp acidity. This is an astringent, firm wine that should be paired with fatty foods.",Le Lucére,60,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Filippo di Giannelli 2008 Le Lucére (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-filippo-giannelli-2008-le-lucere-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,San Filippo di Giannelli 14,Red,Spain,"Clean, fresh aromas of plum, raspberry and cherry give this wine a red-fruited personality. The mouthfeel supplies grip and mild tannic clamp, while flavors of plum and berry come with a touch of resiny oak. This crianza is textured and solid on the finish, but still fresh. Drink now through 2017.",Crianza,15,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Vaza 2009 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vaza-2009-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Vaza 13.5,White,US,"With 5% Riesling in the blend, this bone-dry Sauv Blanc gains just a touch of roundness and spice. Clear, crisp flavors mix celery, gooseberry and tart melon fruit. It's very fresh, almost delicate.",Brunos Blend,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Va Piano 2011 Brunos Blend Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-2011-brunos-blend-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Va Piano 14.4,Red,US,"What a nice Paso Cabernet, perfect for drinking now. While dry in style, it's rich and sweet in black currant, anise and cedar flavors, and the thick tannins are just what you want in a full-bodied Cab. Wonderful with hearty beef dishes.",,20,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sextant 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sextant-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Sextant 14.5,Red,Argentina,"The nose on this 50-50 blend is piercing, with dark cherry, black plum and mild herbal aromas running the show. The mouthfeel is focused and fresh, and the flavors of cherry, raspberry, plum and chocolate soften and spread out on the finish as oaky vanilla and herbal echoes take over.",Made with Organic Grapes Reserve,18,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2011 Made with Organic Grapes Reserve Malbec-Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2011-made-with-organic-grapes-reserve-red-blend-malbec-syrah-mendoza/,Malbec-Syrah,2011,Domaine Jean Bousquet 15.3,Red,US,"Made in a high-alcohol, extracted style, this Petite is explosive in blackberry jam, currant and spice flavors. The tannins are brisk, as you'd expect with this variety, while a pleasant streak of acidity cuts across the richness and gives the wine zest. Drink now.",,29,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,De Paola Vineyard 2008 Petite Sirah (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paola-vineyard-2008-petite-sirah-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,De Paola Vineyard 14,Red,Italy,"This is a lovely blend of Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and a tiny part Sangiovese that shows dark fruit and spice with blackberry and rum cake at the back. The wine feel soft and plush on the palate.",Solatio,12,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Gabbiano 2010 Solatio Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-gabbiano-2010-solatio-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Castello di Gabbiano 13,Red,Italy,"Le Ellere is a straightforward Chianti Classico that shows characteristic Sangiovese aromas of wild berry, wet earth and blue flower backed by subtle touches of spice, Spanish cedar and tobacco. The mouthfeel is bright and compact with balanced acidity on the close.",Le Ellere,25,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello d'Albola 2009 Le Ellere (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalbola-2009-le-ellere-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Castello d'Albola 13.5,White,South Africa,"A zesty and somewhat prickly Sauvignon Blanc, this starts off with scents of white melon rind, tart gooseberry, green pepper and sweet grass. The palate offers a more assertive citrusy flavor alongside hints of green fig and zesty spice. The close is juicy and refreshing. Enjoy now.",,16,88,Western Cape,,,Tokara 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tokara-2011-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Tokara ,Red,US,"A soft, ripe style of Pinot Noir showing cherry, raspberry and brown sugar flavors, brightened with crisp acidity. Drink this fruity young wine now.",Hellenthal Vineyard,50,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,WesMar 2009 Hellenthal Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wesmar-2009-hellenthal-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,WesMar 14.4,Red,US,"Picked a bit soon due to an early freeze in 2009, this had plenty of sugar ripeness but lost a bit of the complexity that extra time on the vine can bring. Fruit forward with flavors of boysenberry and some brown sugar, this is a wine to enjoy while it's young and fresh.",Estate,48,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Va Piano 2009 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-2009-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Va Piano 14.9,Red,US,"This is rich with tannins and a little heavy on the palate with massive, concentrated flavors of blackberry jam, licorice and mocha. Delicious in that classic Napa way, if lacking a bit of finesse. Seems best now and over the next six years.",,70,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Merryvale 13.5,White,Spain,"This crystalline Galician blend is composed of 95% Godello and Albariño, and it gets going with mellow apple, peach and other white-fruit aromas. The palate has a tangy, citrusy outlook with corresponding flavors of lime, orange and tangerine. Things turn pithy and more chunky on the finish.",Blanco de Blancos,30,88,Galicia,Ribeira Sacra,,Ponte da Boga 2011 Blanco de Blancos White (Ribeira Sacra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponte-boga-2011-blanco-blancos-white-ribeira-sacra/,White Blend,2011,Ponte da Boga 14.5,Red,Italy,There's a slightly meaty or stewy quality to this wine that gives it a bold and savory personality. The wine shows slightly jammy notes of cherry and strawberry with touches of leather and tobacco at the back. That overt ripeness seems limited to this vintage of the wine.,Il Divasco,80,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Rasina 2007 Il Divasco (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rasina-2007-il-divasco-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,La Rasina 16.1,Red,US,"So rich and soft with chocolate, raspberry and vanilla flavors, this wine is better sipped by itself than with food. The alcohol level is enormously high, giving this Cabernet the headiness of a Port.",District Collection,75,88,California,Napa,Calistoga,Raymond 2009 District Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2009-district-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Raymond 14,Red,Italy,This Brunello presents mature aromas of cured meat and old spice behind a pulpy berry profile. The acidity is biting and sharp and presents a strange juxtaposition against the roundness of the cherry fruit flavors.,,49,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,SassodiSole 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sassodisole-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,SassodiSole 12,Sparkling,France,"Fruity strawberry flavors lead this ripe and soft wine. It has a crisp side to it, with touches of orange zest. The aftertaste, light and delicate, brings a more mineral edge.",Extra Brut Rosé,50,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Jean-Noël Haton NV Extra Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-noel-haton-nv-extra-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Jean-Noël Haton 13,Red,US,"Fleshy and ripe, with concentrated cherry and strawberry flavors, Glenora's Meritage is unabashedly juicy, but balanced with nervy acidity and a flurry of soft, fine-grained tannins. Dry and full bodied, it finishes long with a hint of dried herbs and spice.",,25,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2011 Meritage (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2011-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-finger-lakes/,Meritage,2011,Glenora 14.1,White,US,"A blend of Marsanne, Grenache Blanc and Viognier, this is a ripe wine that's rich in pineapples, oranges and mangoes, with brisk acidity and plenty of toasty oak. Drinks well now, particularly with Vietnamese and Chinese fare.",Pickett Road White,24,88,California,Napa,Calistoga,Kenefick Ranch 2011 Pickett Road White White (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenefick-ranch-2011-pickett-road-white-napa-calistoga/,Rhône-style White Blend,2011,Kenefick Ranch 12,Sparkling,France,"This small, discrete Champagne house, owned by Freixenet of Cava fame, makes an equally understated nonvintage Brut. Ripe and finely balanced, it brings apple and pear flavors along with a touch of minerality and crisp acidity at the end.",Brut,36,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Henri Abele NV Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-abele-nv-brut-champagne-163747/,Champagne Blend,,Henri Abele 14,Red,Spain,"For $10 this is a serious, powerful Garnacha with concentration and purity. The palate feels both crisp and lifted as well as dense and concentrated. There's quality to the flavor profile, which offers rubbery, dense blueberry along with blackberry. Rarely does a value-priced wine show this much weight and texture.",,10,88,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Cruz de Piedra 2011 Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-piedra-2011-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2011,Cruz de Piedra 13.5,Red,Italy,"Cherry liqueur and crème de cassis give this Brunello a bright and polished personality. Crisp berry tones are followed by tight, nervous acidity that renders a sharp and steely feel in the mouth. The tannins are firm and compact.",,70,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Le Potazzine 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-potazzine-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Le Potazzine 14,Red,Italy,"The secret to this wine's quality, according to the producer, is to play Mozart non stop in the vineyards. Like the classical pianist's music, this wine displays both high notes and low notes, but with a beautiful, fruit-forward bouquet and a lean, crisp feel in the mouth.",,80,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Paradiso di Frassina 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradiso-frassina-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Il Paradiso di Frassina 12.5,White,Spain,"This modestly priced Verdejo does exactly what it should: it smells nice and clean, with white-fruit aromas. It's pure and easygoing on the palate, with stony minerality, and it tastes like green apple, peach and melon, with dry pithiness to the finish. Drink now.",,12,88,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Palma Real 2011 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-real-2011-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2011,Palma Real 15,Red,US,"Exceptionally ripe and forward with blackberry, blueberry and cherry jam flavors, this wine is accented with hints of savory spice and a smoky jacket of oak. It's a good wine, flashy and succulent, yet a little soft and hot in alcohol. Drink now.",The Pintail,55,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Armanino Family Cellars 2011 The Pintail Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armanino-family-cellars-2011-pintail-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Armanino Family Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Your first and last impression of this wine is how tannic it is. It's almost old fashioned in this respect, numbing the mouth with hard astringency. However the flavors are ripe and intense, suggesting heady crême de cassis liqueur, and the overall feeling is dry and balanced. If you're a gambler, give it 10 years and see what happens.",Complexity,45,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Amizetta 2010 Complexity Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amizetta-2010-complexity-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Amizetta 12.2,White,US,"An extreme wine from an extremely cool site in an extremely cool vintage, Handley's estate Chardonnay is intriguingly tart, crisp and low in alcohol, yet textured and unique. Sip it on its own or pair with buttery shellfish or goat cheese on crackers.",Estate Vineyard,25,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2011 Estate Vineyard Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2011-estate-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Handley 13.1,White,US,"This bracing, minerally Pinot Gris is perfect for hot weather; racy and crisp citrus rind and fresh grapefruit flavors abound. It's made with organically grown grapes from the estate vineyard.",,15,88,Idaho,,,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 2011 Pinot Gris,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3-horse-ranch-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-snake-river-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards ,Red,France,"A full, rich wine, showing red fruits at their best. It has structure and layers of bright acidity. It's not a wine for long aging, likely to be at its best in three years time.",,14,88,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Laville 2010 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laville-2010-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Laville ,Red,France,"Tense and firmly tannic, this wine is still very young. Berry and black currant fruit are still dominated by a dry character. The wine will take time toward its slow maturity.",,,88,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Bourgneuf 2010 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bourgneuf-2010-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Bourgneuf ,Red,France,"Rich and spicy, this is a smooth, wood-aged wine. It has ripe tannins and some concentrated fruits. With its acidity and dry aftertaste, it will certainly age.",,14,88,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château La Grange Clinet 2010 Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grange-clinet-2010-red-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Grange Clinet 14.5,Red,Spain,"This value Garnacha is a fruity number with a no-nonsense berry character and clarity throughout. Cherry and plum aromas are vibrant, while flavors of black plum, boysenberry and medicinality are more than fine. Pepper, spice and overall warmth carry the finish.",Monte Oton,8,88,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2011 Monte Oton Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2011-monte-oton-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2011,Borsao 13.5,White,Spain,"Salinic, oceanic aromas come with touches of green herbs and lime. The palate is crisp and focused with apple, lime, kiwi and melony flavors that set up a green-tinged, persistent finish that's minerally and citrusy to the final drop.",Damana,14,88,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Bodegas y Viñedos Tábula 2011 Damana Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-vinedos-tabula-2011-damana-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2011,Bodegas y Viñedos Tábula 14,Red,Spain,"This Tempranillo is loaded up front, with berry, earth, cola and spice aromas. It feels good, maybe a bit edgy and aggressive, with cherry, raspberry, plum and pretty much every dark-fruit flavor that exists. The finish is long and solid, with grating tannins.",Campo Lindo Tradicional,12,88,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Bodegas 1898 2011 Campo Lindo Tradicional Tempranillo (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-1898-2011-campo-lindo-tradicional-tempranillo-catalunya/,Tempranillo,1898,Bodegas 1898 13.5,Red,Italy,"The high acidity on this wine gives it a sharp and steely personality, especially on first impression. Those sharp edges will soften with time but the wine already shows slightly aged aromas of candied berries, tar, tobacco and leather. Pair it with creamy pasta dishes.",Da Vinci,60,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Cantine Leonardo 2008 Da Vinci (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-leonardo-2008-vinci-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Cantine Leonardo 13.5,Red,Spain,"Although the bouquet is a bit scratchy, bright, lightly candied aromas of raspberry and strawberry jam are friendly and welcoming. The wine is firm on the palate and well built, with fresh, slightly jammy tasting plum and berry flavors. And it's lasting and fresh on the finish.",Menguante,16,88,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Viñedos y Bodegas Pablo 2010 Menguante Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-bodegas-pablo-2010-menguante-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2010,Viñedos y Bodegas Pablo 12.5,Red,Italy,"From 1995, the vecchia annata (old vintage) referred to in the wine's name, this Sangiovese-based wine shows dried fruit aromas of prune and dried currant backed by licorice, tar and cola. The wine shows nicely aged aromas with some sour cherry and fine, polished tannins on the close.",Grato Grati Vecchia Annata,61,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Toscana,,Grati 1995 Grato Grati Vecchia Annata Sangiovese (Rosso di Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grati-1995-grato-vecchia-annata-sangiovese-rosso-toscana/,Sangiovese,1995,Grati 14.4,Red,US,"This is a mountain-grown Rhône-inspired blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah, Cinsault, Counoise and Viognier that Napa-based Elyse produces every year. The 2009 is indeed very good—savory with dark cherry and raspberry tones, and appropriately layered in leather, tar and earth. It's a versatile wine that will pair with a range of poultry and pasta, too.",C'est Si Bon-Naggiar Vineyard,28,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Elyse 2009 C'est Si Bon-Naggiar Vineyard Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-2009-cest-si-bon-naggiar-vineyard-red-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Elyse 14,Red,Italy,"Despite the cool growing season in 2008, this Brunello shows ripe aromas of cherry and plump black fruit. Softer tones of spice and graham cracker fill in the rear, and ultimately the wine's crisp acidity comes as a surprise.",,40,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Ferrero 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrero-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Ferrero 13.5,Red,Spain,"The opening is nice and chunky, with jammy blackberry aromas. The palate on this Tempranillo-led Rioja is full-bodied, with grip and flavors of herbal berry, tea, smoked meat and lemony oak. There's a hint of green to the medium-length finish, which is firm in feel and oaky in flavor.",Martin Cendoya,36,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Heredad Ugarte 2008 Martin Cendoya (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heredad-ugarte-2008-martin-cendoya-rioja/,Red Blend,2008,Heredad Ugarte 14.4,Red,US,"Classic Sonoma Zin—dry, tannic and spicy. Shows the briary, brambly side of the variety, with wild blueberry, blackberry and cola flavors finished with exotic spices and a hint of dark chocolate. The addition of Petite Sirah may be responsible for the sizable tannins. This is a wine that will last for many years, gradually softening, but it's best enjoyed soon for its fruity exuberance.",Ponzo Vineyard,30,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hawley 2011 Ponzo Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2011-ponzo-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Hawley 15,Red,US,"Made in the Peachy Canyon style of great power and ripeness, this is one of the more assertive Zinfandels out there. Blended with some Petite Sirah, which gives it even greater heft, it's basically a nuclear blast of wild, briary summer berries and spices.",Mustang Springs,38,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2011 Mustang Springs Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2011-mustang-springs-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2011,Peachy Canyon 15.2,Red,US,"Tough in tannins, but rich in black currant flavor, this 100% Cab has some elegant features in its purity of structure and dryness. Let it air in the glass for 30 minutes or so before drinking.",,75,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Meander 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meander-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Meander 12.4,Sparkling,US,"This is a brut-style Pinot Noir and Chardonnay blend that's easy to like for its upfront citrus, pear, vanilla, buttered toast and yeasty flavors. The bubbles are a little scoury.",L'Homme Qui Ris,29,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,McIntyre Vineyards NV L'Homme Qui Ris Sparkling (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcintyre-vineyards-nv-lhomme-qui-ris-sparkling-santa-lucia-highlands-167934/,Sparkling Blend,,McIntyre Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"Rich in savory herbs and raspberry liqueur, Nottingham's Livermore Valley Cab is sourced from several regional vineyards. Blended with Petit Verdot, Merlot and Malbec, and aged in French oak, this is an easy drinking wine with deceptive complexity and just the right amount of depth and weight.",,36,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Nottingham Cellars 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nottingham-cellars-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Nottingham Cellars 14.1,White,US,"Great price for a Chardonnay this good. This displays a creamy, buttery framework, with vanilla, lime, peach and mango flavors, highlighted by zesty acidity.",Flood Family Vineyards,20,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rancho Sisquoc 2010 Flood Family Vineyards Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-2010-flood-family-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Rancho Sisquoc 14,Red,Spain,"Dry, smoky, rubbery aromas announce this Rioja as traditional in style. The palate is healthy in feel and juicy, with smoky, savory flavors of chocolaty berry fruit and earth. On the finish, it's decidedly roasted and savory in character. Drink now through 2015.",Reserva,20,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Beronia 2007 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beronia-2007-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2007,Beronia 14.5,Red,Italy,"This opens with pretty, dark concentration and balanced aromas of black cherry and red currant set against leather, cedar and drying mineral notes. That extra density helps soften the sharp acidity.",Assunto,,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Bellaria 2008 Assunto (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellaria-2008-assunto-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Bellaria 14.4,Red,US,"Though it's 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, this includes small amounts of four other Bordeaux grape varieties. Aged in 30% new French oak, it's nicely detailed with dried herb, baking chocolate and a dash of cinnamon. Black cherry fruit anchors the core, and the impression is of an Old World style, with well-integrated herb and earth flavors.",Brunos,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Va Piano 2010 Brunos Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-2010-brunos-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Va Piano 14,Red,US,"This is a very dry, tannic Cabernet. It has blackberry and blueberry fruit that's obscured by some scoury astringency. Drink now, or give it a couple more years to come around.",,42,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sagebrush Annie's 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sagebrush-annies-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sagebrush Annie's 14.1,Red,US,"This small-lot Petit Verdot needs another 5–7 years to shine. There's an intensity of licorice, black fruit and chocolate that's detectable, but the oak and tannin structure loom ominously over the fruit right now. Heaviness on the palate is balanced as well by the wine's acidity, a feat for such a big-boned grape variety.",Ghielmetti Vineyard,50,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2009 Ghielmetti Vineyard Petit Verdot (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2009-ghielmetti-vineyard-petit-verdot-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petit Verdot,2009,Steven Kent 13.5,Red,South Africa,"The fruit center of this wine is very ripe and fleshy, but the sprinkling of sweet yet peppery spice and soft gaminess provides depth and interest. The mouthfeel is lush and full, with a chocolate flavor that carries through to the medium-length close.",,27,88,Hemel en Aarde,,,Southern Right 2010 Pinotage (Hemel en Aarde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/southern-right-2010-pinotage-hemel-en-aarde/,Pinotage,2010,Southern Right ,White,France,"A creamy, wood-aged white that simultaneously emphasizes crisp Sauvignon Blanc fruit and minerality. Hints of pineapple and lemon go with a tight texture. A rich yet fresh wine that could age for a few years but can also be enjoyed now.",,65,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Le Nardian 2010 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-nardian-2010-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Le Nardian 14.5,Red,Spain,"Friendly aromas of kirsch and black cherry form the opening. The palate feels plump and flush, with good density and overall balance. In the mouth, nothing is complicated; the wine tastes of pure berry and plum fruits with some chocolaty oak on the finish.",Spanish Red Blend,14,88,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Las Rocas de San Alejandro 2009 Spanish Red Blend Red (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-rocas-san-alejandro-2009-spanish-red-blend-calatayud/,Red Blend,2009,Las Rocas de San Alejandro 14.9,Red,US,"A blend of 57% Graciano and 43% Tempranillo, this rich, soft wine is layered with a tiny streak of hazelnut flavor intermingled among the spicy cherry and dense texture. A great wintertime wine, enjoy with meaty stews or game.",Duet,24,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Kidder Family Wines 2010 Duet Red (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kidder-family-wines-2010-duet-tempranillo-blend-central-valley-lodi/,Tempranillo Blend,2010,Kidder Family Wines 14,Red,Italy,"Here is a straight shooting and easy expression of Brunello with cherry, leather, tobacco and more dark fruit at the back. The wine is very fine and smooth, but ultimately less complex than other vintages.",,46,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Marchesato degli Aleramici 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesato-degli-aleramici-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Marchesato degli Aleramici 13.9,Red,Argentina,"This varietal Tannat from northern Argentina boasts ripe, rubbery aromas, lots of oak and pure blackberry power. It's chunky in the mouth but balanced by proper acids, and the flavors of toasty, oaky dark fruits come across generous and black as night.",Don David Reserve,17,88,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Michel Torino 2011 Don David Reserve Tannat (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2011-don-david-reserve-other-red-tannat-calchaqui-valley/,Tannat,2011,Michel Torino 14.1,Red,US,"This is a big, extracted wine, voluptuous with cherry, plum, Dr. Pepper, pomegranate and oak flavors. It has Pinot's silky texture and the delightfully crisp acidity typical to this central part of Monterey County. You might want to cellar it for 3–4 years to see if it can mellow out.",Tondré Grapefield,40,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Tondré 2010 Tondré Grapefield Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tondre-2010-grapefield-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2010,Tondré 13.8,White,US,"Ripe and forward with Meyer lemon, lime, green apple and honeysuckle flavors. The finish is off dry and zesty in acidity. What an easy wine to drink with Asian, Ethiopian, Indian or Mexican fare, or by itself as a cocktail sipper.",,24,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Terlato 2011 Pinot Grigio (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Terlato 13.6,Red,US,"Lushly fruited with blueberry, black cherry and plum, this Idaho-sourced red blend is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, with small amounts of seven other grapes. Smooth and flavorful, it finishes with a dash of cocoa.",Skyline,11,88,Idaho,,,Sawtooth 2010 Skyline Red,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawtooth-2010-skyline-red-snake-river-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Sawtooth 13.5,Red,Spain,"With dark aromas of prune, black tea and baked earth, this is a ripe, modern wine with sound balance and depth of flavor. It deals a nice mix of fresh berry fruit flavors blended with oak, while the finish rings on with spice, mint and proper acidity.",Roble,18,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Arnáiz 2009 Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-arnaiz-2009-roble-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2009,Viña Arnáiz 14,Red,Italy,"Bright cherry cola, dried ginger, cassis and rum cake open the bouquet of this pretty Brunello. This crisp wine offers some complexity, but remains an easy drinking and fresh expression of Sangiovese Grosso overall.",,45,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Ridolfi 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridolfi-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Ridolfi 14.1,White,US,"Bold with ripe citrus, white currant, apricot, vanilla and cream flavors, this Sauvignon Blanc is unusually full bodied. It's not subtle, but intensely rich. Drink it now—not too cold—and watch how it changes in the glass.",,29,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Malk 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malk-2011-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Malk 12,Sparkling,France,"A soft Champagne, balancing bright pear and apple fruits with a crisp edge. It has a tangy lemon zest texture, minerality and a final suggestion of sweeter dosage.",Grande Réserve Brut,40,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Régnier NV Grande Réserve Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-regnier-nv-grande-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Louis Régnier 15,Red,US,"This GSM blend is soft and fruity, offering chocolate, blueberry and cherry jam, currant, sweet vanilla and smoky oak flavors. It has a nice complexity, but let it breathe for a while to mellow.",Aurelio's Selection,45,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Star Angel by Montes 2008 Aurelio's Selection Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/star-angel-by-montes-2008-aurelios-selection-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Star Angel by Montes 13.7,White,US,"Pungent of herbs and grass, wet stone and gravel, this aromatic white is balanced with crisp acidity, mouthfilling texture and a fruity finish.",,16,88,California,Mendocino County,Potter Valley,McFadden 2011 Gewürztraminer (Potter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcfadden-2011-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-potter-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2011,McFadden 14.5,Red,US,"This is a very rich and extracted Pinot, with explosive raspberry and cherry pie, licorice, spice and sandalwood flavors. The richness is reined in by brisk acidity and a jacket of scoury tannins. Drink by 2015 for freshness.",Stephens Vineyard,55,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ten Acre 2010 Stephens Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ten-acre-2010-stephens-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Ten Acre 13,Red,US,"Hints of smoke and vanilla add complexity to notes of dried cherry and autumn leaves in this earthy, umami-rich Pinot Noir. Aged three years in barrel, this late-release wine is silken and rich on the palate with just a flurry of tannins on the finish.",Reserve,30,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Shaw 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaw-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2008,Shaw 14.5,Red,US,"With juicy acidity and tart flavors of cranberries and sour-cherry candy, this is a Pinot Noir to drink now. It's dry and a little austere, but rich beef and lamb dishes will coax out the fruit.",Jump Up,32,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Seagrape 2010 Jump Up Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seagrape-2010-jump-up-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Seagrape 13.5,Red,Spain,"The nose on this reserva is roasted and meaty, with dark berry accents. The palate delivers a flush feel and volume along with flavors of roasted plum, herbal raspberry and salt. There's tobacco and pimiento on the finish, and for a subpar vintage the wine is still very good. Drink now through 2017.",Reserva,25,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2007 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2007-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Sierra Cantabria 13.9,Red,US,"Carneros shows its hand in the brisk acidity, surprisingly light body and herbal notes of this Pinot Noir. It feels delicate in structure and finishes dry, with a hint of raspberry cookie richness.",Estate,27,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Peter Cellars 2010 Estate Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-cellars-2010-estate-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Peter Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"This dark, dry, tannic wine is rich in blackberries and cherries, with earthy notes of mushrooms and herbs. It's pretty tight and astringent now, but should soften over the next 5–6 years. The blend is Tempranillo, Touriga Nacional and Souzão.",Vinho Tinto,34,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,PasoPort 2009 Vinho Tinto Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasoport-2009-vinho-tinto-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2009,PasoPort 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Minty fynbos aromas partner with sweet woody notes and ripe berry and cherry scents on the nose of this wine. The mouthfeel is full and powerful, with gripping tannins that provide a firm structure and a tea-like astringency of flavors that mix with the black-plum skin and boysenberry fruit center. A hint of fudge unfolds on the lingering finish.",Estate Old Bush Vines,23,88,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Warwick 2009 Estate Old Bush Vines Pinotage (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-2009-estate-old-bush-vines-pinotage-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2009,Warwick 13,Red,Italy,"Dark fruit, prune and blackberry aromas are backed by notes of leather, dry spice, white pepper and tobacco. This bright Vino Nobile boasts the acidity and simple lines that make it perfect to pair with pasta or lasagna.",,32,88,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,La Calonica 2009 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calonica-2009-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2009,La Calonica 14.8,Red,US,"Succulence is one thing this Cab Franc possesses in abundance. It's enormously rich and concentrated in cherry pie and blackberry jam flavors, with a streak of cured meat. The tannins are quite brisk, so you might want to decant for a few hours.",,35,88,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Windsor Oaks 2009 Cabernet Franc (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-oaks-2009-cabernet-franc-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Windsor Oaks 14.2,Red,US,"This is a very ripe, forward wine, saturated in cherries, blackberries, currants and oak. It has Malbec's characteristically sturdy tannins and could use some protein and fat, a grilled steak, perhaps, to play against it.",Block 35,35,88,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Windsor Oaks 2009 Block 35 Malbec (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-oaks-2009-block-35-malbec-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Malbec,2009,Windsor Oaks 13.9,Red,US,"An earthy, mushroomy Pinot, fairly simple, but providing plenty of fine varietal pleasure. It's dry and oaky, with raspberry-pie filling, teriyaki beef, vanilla and spice flavors.",,30,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Ray 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Martin Ray 11.4,White,US,"Like many of Keuka Lake Vineyard's excellent Rieslings, the Evergreen Lek benefits from time spent in the glass, slowly opening in flavor and aroma. Initially a bit subdued with savory apple and nut tones, it builds in texture and complexity, revealing fascinating layers of lime, fresh herb and stone fruit.",Estate Grown and Bottled Evergreen Lek Vineyard Dry,20,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Lake Vineyards 2011 Estate Grown and Bottled Evergreen Lek Vineyard Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-lake-2011-estate-grown-bottled-evergreen-lek-vineyard-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2011,Keuka Lake Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"The abundance of lime acidity in this dry Pinot really gets the mouth watering. The mouthfeel is silky, while the flavors of cherries and persimmons are ripe and rewarding.",Kessler-Haak Vineyard,38,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Kessler-Haak 2010 Kessler-Haak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kessler-haak-2010-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Kessler-Haak 14.6,Red,US,"This robust wine captures Petite Sirah's deeply rustic nature, offering dense waves of blackberry and currant, smoked meat and pepper flavors that are wrapped into firm tannins. Drink now for maximum freshness and fruitiness.",French Camp Vineyard,36,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Kenneth Volk 2009 French Camp Vineyard Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenneth-volk-2009-french-camp-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2009,Kenneth Volk 14.8,Red,US,"Enormously rich in blackberries and black currants, this Malbec has a meatiness that strongly suggests pairing with beef. It's dry, strong in tannins and high in alcohol.",,42,88,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Keating 2010 Malbec (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keating-2010-malbec-sonoma-rockpile/,Malbec,2010,Keating 13.8,White,US,"Good price for a Chardonnay this sophisticated. It shows ripe tropical and citrus fruit, honey and oak flavors, with delicate acidity. Perfect with crab and buttered sourdough bread. Drink it now, but not too cold.",,30,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Isabel Mondavi 2011 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isabel-mondavi-2011-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Isabel Mondavi 12.9,Rose,US,"Reserve is rarely a word found in front of rosé, but here it seems meaningful. The 82% Merlot and 18% Grenache complement each other nicely. Cherry-pie tartness with a bit of sweet blueberry flavor make for a full-bodied, round and bone dry rosé that's substantial and delicious.",Reserve,15,88,Idaho,,,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 2011 Reserve Rosé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3-horse-ranch-2011-reserve-rose-snake-river-valley/,Rosé,2011,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 13.5,White,Spain,"This wine was aged for a few months in barrel, and that woody character is evident on the nose, which shows butterscotch and dusty spice aromas, as well as the palate, which is lightly oily in feel, with baked, spicy flavors of toasted apple and pear. This Verdejo is woody but has freshness and a refined texture.",Fermentado en Barrica,20,88,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Finca la Rinconada 2011 Fermentado en Barrica Verdejo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-rinconada-2011-fermentado-en-barrica-spanish-white-verdejo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Verdejo,2011,Finca la Rinconada 13,White,US,"One of Harney Lane's signature whites, this wine is clean, crisp and inviting. Tight acidity and an almost savory air gives it austerity. With a backbone of lemon and lime, it'll pair delightfully with oysters, oysters and more oysters, preferably drizzled in vinegar and lemon, with a plate of chorizo not far behind.",,19,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Harney Lane 2011 Albariño (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harney-lane-2011-albarino-central-valley-lodi/,Albariño,2011,Harney Lane 13.5,Red,Italy,"Bright, lively and buoyant, this Brunello offers great aromatic intensity overall. It definitely shows a bright vein of acidity that runs straight through the wine and holds it tightly together. Pair it with oven-baked cheese flan or crispy fried potatoes. You need fatty foods to match that sharp acidity.",,,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Geografico Castello Tricerchi 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geografico-castello-tricerchi-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Geografico Castello Tricerchi ,Red,France,"A tough proposition at this young stage, but one which will definitely mature well, if slowly. There's power from tannins and fruit, both promising aging. Dark and dense, this hints at the juicy black fruits to come.",,20,88,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Belcier 2010 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belcier-2010-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Belcier ,Red,France,"Dark tannins are sustained by juicy blackberry fruit flavors. While the wine is very dry and firm at this stage, it has a good, if long-term, future.",Cuvée Compostelle,17,88,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Côte Montpezat 2010 Cuvée Compostelle (Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cote-montpezat-2010-cuvee-compostelle-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Côte Montpezat 14.5,Red,France,"Powerful, ripe fruit, now beginning to open up, is the dominant character of this wine. It's full in the mouth, packed with black plums and ripe damsons and finished with soft tannins and a slight warmth.",,25,88,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Carignan 2009 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carignan-2009-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Carignan ,Red,France,"This wood-laden wine, spicy and toasty, also offers plenty of fruit weight, giving richness to the palate. Fresh black currants carry through to finish the wine with a lift.",,,88,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Baracan 2010 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-baracan-2010-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Baracan ,Red,France,"While it has sufficient tannin, the wine also has a feeling of generous black currant and berry fruits. It's dry with considerable concentration, but it's future looks good, so keep for 5–6 years.",Grande Réserve,20,88,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château la Croix Saint-Pierre 2010 Grande Réserve (Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croix-saint-pierre-2010-grande-reserve-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Croix Saint-Pierre 14,Red,Italy,This wine bursts open with vibrant tones of sweet cherry and forest berry followed by cola and a touch of fruit liqueur. The wine is easy and fresh but also shows the depth and intensity that link it to its celebrated siblings in the greater Brunello family.,,50,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Domus Vitae 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domus-vitae-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Domus Vitae ,Red,France,"A firmly structured wine, dry to the core. The tannins feel extracted, giving some bitterness, yet the fruit shows potential juiciness. While it's always going to be a severe wine, it should be a great food partner.",,27,88,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Suau 2010 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suau-2010-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Suau 13.7,White,US,"A stylistic offering of Pinot Gris with notes of spice, marzipan and lees along with lemony, sharp-edged acids. Not for everyone, but has much to enjoy.",LEHM,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Lake Chelan,Vin du Lac 2010 LEHM Pinot Gris (Lake Chelan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-lac-2010-lehm-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-lake-chelan/,Pinot Gris,2010,Vin du Lac 14,Red,Spain,"In the small, mountainous region of Somontano, Cabernet Sauvignon rules, and this blend of 80% Cab and 20% Tempranillo delivers. Starting out, aromas of blackberry and plum come with earthy leather notes. The palate is plump and chewy in feel, with meaty black-fruit flavors of plum, molasses and toast. The finish is warm and smooth.",Finca Santa Sabina,19,88,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Bodega Otto Bestué 2009 Finca Santa Sabina Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-otto-bestue-2009-finca-santa-sabina-spanish-red-cabernet-sauvignon-tempranillo-somontano/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo,2009,Bodega Otto Bestué 14.5,White,US,"A good, restaurant-style Chardonnay at a fair price for the quality. It's dry and crisp in acidity, with pleasant flavors of pineapple, kumquat, lime, vanilla and buttered toast.",,26,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Meadowcroft 2010 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meadowcroft-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Meadowcroft 15.9,Red,US,"Sourced from old vines, this is classically huge Lodi Zin, rich and thick in bright red jammy red fruit and brick tar. Well made, it'll please Zin aficionados in every way, from texture to muscularity to oaky vanilla finish.",Mischievous,20,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Macchia 2010 Mischievous Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macchia-2010-mischievous-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2010,Macchia 13.5,Red,US,"Light-bodied and silky, like a Pinot Noir, with deep flavors of herbs, cherries, currants, anise and sandalwood. A few drops of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Petite Sirah give it needed depth. Drink up.",Chileano,30,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearst Ranch 2010 Chileano Tempranillo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearst-ranch-2010-chileano-tempranillo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tempranillo,2010,Hearst Ranch 13,White,Italy,"This coastal Tuscan Vermentino delivers aromas of citrus, peach and white flower that give the wine a bright and beautiful bouquet. Touches of sweet honey and almond appear on the close.",Codice V,,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Mazzei 2011 Codice V Vermentino (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzei-2011-codice-v-italian-white-vermentino-toscana/,Vermentino,2011,Mazzei 14,Red,Spain,"This is a big, ripe Garnacha with raisiny aromas, gumminess and green hints to the bouquet. The palate is thick and chewy, with tannic clamp and flavors of pastry, berry jelly and lactic blueberry. On the finish, things revert to raisin and prune.",,13,86,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Acentor 2011 Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acentor-2011-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2011,Acentor 12.5,Red,US,"Notes of chocolate-covered espresso bean and toffee swirl with aromas of red cherry, red currant and Indian spice. The palate is medium bodied, concentrated and fruity, and the light tannins make this an easy-drinking selection.",Aviator Reserve,24,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Attimo 2011 Aviator Reserve Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/attimo-2011-aviator-reserve-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Attimo 13.1,Red,US,"A pleasant Bordeaux-style blend, this has a light dusting of milk chocolate, along with ripe fruit flavors of berry.",Halcyon,24,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Cloudlift Cellars 2010 Halcyon Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloudlift-cellars-2010-halcyon-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Cloudlift Cellars 14,Red,US,"A solid if unexciting Cabernet, dry, tannic and balanced. Shows blackberry and black currant flavors that are tinged with smoky oak. Drink now.",Starmont,27,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2009 Starmont Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2009-starmont-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Merryvale 13.3,Red,US,"Soft and fruity, this tastes like cherry candy, with a slight suggestion of burnt toast. It's smooth and pleasant, a good everyday pizza red.",Panorama,25,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cloudlift Cellars 2010 Panorama Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloudlift-cellars-2010-panorama-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Cloudlift Cellars ,Red,France,"A softly juicy wine, this is missing structure while it has plenty of fruit. It's ripe, rich and juicy; a pleasure to drink in 2–3 years.",,15,85,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Langrange Monbadon 2010 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-langrange-monbadon-2010-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Langrange Monbadon 13.5,Red,Spain,"This wine smells hard and lemony, and thus it's not surprising that the palate feels citric and tangy, with hard tannins. The flavor profile includes lemony oak, rubbery red fruit and mild earthy flavors in front of a drying finish. Drink now.",Reserva,14,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Cerrada 2007 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cerrada-2007-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Viña Cerrada 13.5,Red,US,"This is a Cabernet to serve at parties and satisfy people who are looking for something red, dry and full bodied. It's definitely rustic, but has some nice berry, cherry, currant and spice flavors.",,12,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Q 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/q-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Q 12.7,Red,US,"Spice and herb notes add dimension to preserved red cherry and plum flavors in this dainty, medium-bodied Cabernet Franc. Delicately structured with restrained acidity and tannins, there's a softness that makes it easy drinking.",,18,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Sheldrake Point 2010 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldrake-point-2010-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Sheldrake Point 12.5,White,Spain,"Prickly, briny citrus aromas announce a juicy, acidic wine that dances on the palate while delivering flavors of lime, briny apple and nettle. Things stay prickly and turn bitter on the back side. 50% each Verdejo and Viura.",Fuente Milano,11,85,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Pedro Escudero 2011 Fuente Milano Verdejo-Viura (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedro-escudero-2011-fuente-milano-white-blend-verdejo-viura-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Verdejo-Viura,2011,Pedro Escudero 13,Red,Italy,Here's an easy wine that opens with bright berry aromas of raspberry and blueberry backed by slight tones of almond nut and cola. Pair it with cheesy pasta or pizza.,,14,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,La Castellina 2009 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellina-2009-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,La Castellina 14.8,Red,US,"A big, in your face Zin, with concentrated blackberry jam, currant and espresso flavors along with some overripe raisin and prune notes. High alcohol gives a burn to the palate and the tannins are bitter. Drink now.",Dickerson,35,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ravenswood 2010 Dickerson Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2010-dickerson-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Ravenswood 13.4,White,US,"A simple, straightforward Sauvignon Blanc this is ripe with peach, pear, Meyer lemon and lime flavors, but brightened and cleansed by brisk acidity. The price is fair for what you get.",Flood Family Vineyards,14,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rancho Sisquoc 2011 Flood Family Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-2011-flood-family-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Rancho Sisquoc 14.5,Red,US,"Simple and jammy in raspberries and cherries, but the acidity is fine and the tannins are just right. It's an easy Merlot to drink now.",Flood Family Vineyards,20,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rancho Sisquoc 2010 Flood Family Vineyards Merlot (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-2010-flood-family-merlot-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Merlot,2010,Rancho Sisquoc 14.5,Red,Spain,"This is a stewed, raisiny wine on the nose, while in the mouth it's more acidic and flush, but not quite elegant or sophisticated. The palate deals a short burst of heavy plum and berry flavor, and the finish is jammy and ripe but lacks complexity.",Negre,18,85,Catalonia,Priorat,,Scala Dei 2010 Negre Garnacha (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scala-2010-negre-grenache-garnacha-priorat/,Garnacha,2010,Scala Dei 14,Red,South Africa,"The bouquet of this Pinot is light and dainty, with soft suggestions of red current, menthol and earthy spice. The palate offers an easy structure of light tannins and lean red-fruit flavors. Drink now.",,26,85,Cape South Coast,,,Catherine Marshall 2010 Pinot Noir (Cape South Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catherine-marshall-2010-pinot-noir-cape-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Catherine Marshall 13.5,Red,US,"A meaty and oaky red blend of mostly Tempranillo (64%), with smaller amounts of Petite Sirah, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, The Crusher sources grapes from a relatively cool area in Clarksburg. Fruity with cinnamon layers, this wine would pair well with hamburgers or pizza.",Sugar Beet Ranch,18,85,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,The Crusher 2011 Sugar Beet Ranch Red (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crusher-2011-sugar-beet-ranch-red-central-valley-clarksburg/,Red Blend,2011,The Crusher ,White,France,"Get beyond the yeasty aromas to reveal a fruity, creamy textured wine. It has ripe yellow fruits, an herbaceous element and a smooth, full mouthfeel.",,13,85,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château des Tourtes 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tourtes-2010-white-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château des Tourtes 12.5,Red,US,"Leafy, brambly notes are prominent against a backdrop of lean red-cherry flavors on this tart, Cabernet Franc-dominant blend. It's a vibrantly acidic but delicately structured wine with soft, rippling tannins on the finish.",Blackbird,22,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Silver Thread 2011 Blackbird Red (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-thread-2011-blackbird-red-finger-lakes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Silver Thread 13.2,Red,US,"Preserved red-cherry and strawberry notes penetrate throughout this ripe, full-bodied Pinot Noir. Bright acidity and hints of brambly wood, baking spice and florals on the palate add complexity and balance.",Sunrise Hill Vineyard,29,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Damiani 2010 Sunrise Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damiani-2010-sunrise-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2010,Damiani 13.4,Red,US,"Hints of spice and soy sauce highlight lifted red cherry aromas on this full-bodied Cabernet Franc. The fruit is a bit lean, with slightly underripe red-fruit flavors, but it finishes brisk and clean.",,18,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Montezuma 2011 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montezuma-2011-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Montezuma 13,White,Spain,"This barrel-fermented Viura opens with dry, dusty aromas of baked apple and almond butter. It's a simple but satisfying wine, with tangy acidity and flavors of gooseberry, citrus and green apple. And it handles its oak well, something that can't be said about many barrel-fermented Riojas.",Fermented en Barrica,16,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Nueva 2011 Fermented en Barrica Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-nueva-2011-fermented-en-barrica-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2011,Finca Nueva 13,Red,US,"A blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, this offers notes of dusty exotic spice and mint-chocolate, plus a red currant aroma that lurks in the backdrop. The tannins add just a touch of traction, and the acids veer high as the wine finishes on a subdued flavor of tobacco.",Le Renard Rouge,32,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Fox Meadow 2009 Le Renard Rouge Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-meadow-2009-le-renard-rouge-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Fox Meadow 14.5,White,US,"A great everyday Chardonnay with buttered toast, buttered popcorn, pineapple-orange jam and vanilla flavors. Delicate Santa Lucia acidity provides crispness.",The Divining Rod,20,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,C. Mondavi & Family 2011 The Divining Rod Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/c-mondavi-family-2011-divining-rod-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,C. Mondavi & Family 13.7,White,US,"Wallulla Vineyard provides the majority of the fruit for this Chardonnay. The lemon verbena and floral aromas and flavors are dialed way down here, with full malolactic fermentation providing a creamy feel.",The Expedition,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Canoe Ridge 2011 The Expedition Chardonnay (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-2011-the-expedition-chardonnay-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Chardonnay,2011,Canoe Ridge ,Red,France,"Minty aromas go along with firm, barely bitter tannins. They dominate the wine, smothering the fruit and lending a burnt quality to the palate.",,22,85,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Bréhat 2010 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brehat-2010-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Bréhat 13,White,Argentina,"This is a clean, basic wine with white-fruit aromas of peach and apple. The palate is well balanced, and there's a good level of citrus flavor along with green herb accents. On the finish, it's more tropical, with a hint of banana.",Reserva,14,85,Other,Neuquén,,Chaltén 2012 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalten-2012-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-neuquen/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Chaltén 14.5,White,US,"Dry and crisp with creamy vanilla flavors accented with tropical fruits and pears, this is a straightforward wine for everyday enjoyment.",,17,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Wild Horse 2011 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-2011-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Wild Horse 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dry spice and brick-dust aromas frame common berry scents. In the mouth, this is surprisingly sharp, with acidity in the lead. Flavors of tart berry are midlevel, and there's mild sourness and herbal notes in the background. For Muga, this is exceedingly crisp as a whole.",Reserva Unfiltered,25,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 2008 Reserva Unfiltered (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-2008-reserva-unfiltered-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Muga 13,Red,US,"A good-value Cabernet Sauvignon that's straightforward in texture, body and structure. Its dark cherry and herbal tones are just right for meaty mid-week dishes, including that old standby, roast chicken.",,11,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,Monogamy 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monogamy-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Monogamy 14,Red,Spain,"This is punchy and angular up front, with herbal red-fruit aromas. The palate feels fresh, a bit acidic, with peppery, mildly oaky flavors of plum and berry. This is a standard wine with ample body and some oak.",,15,85,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Pagos del Moncayo 2011 Garnacha-Syrah (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pagos-moncayo-2011-red-blend-garnacha-syrah-campo-borja/,Garnacha-Syrah,2011,Pagos del Moncayo 14.6,Red,US,"This Montepulciano-based blend of Sangiovese, Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon is chock full of dusty tannins, dried herbs and a savory red cranberry flavor. An interesting wine to try with risotto or pasta.",Full Fathom Five,35,85,California,South Coast,,Orfila 2010 Full Fathom Five Red,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-2010-full-fathom-five-red-south-coast-san-pasqual/,Red Blend,2010,Orfila 12,White,Spain,"This white smells open and leesy, with melony accents. The palate feels zesty but simple, with dilute, tart flavors of citrus and apple. The finish falls off quickly and ends up tasting bland. Drink now.",Salneval,12,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Condes de Albarei 2011 Salneval Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condes-albarei-2011-salneval-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,Condes de Albarei 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Attractive aromas of fresh raspberry and strawberry lead the bouquet of this wine, with secondary accents of mocha and earth. Bright and lively on the palate, with tart red-fruit flavors of currant and rhubarb that carry through to a brisk, mouthwatering finish. Drink now.",,10,85,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2011 Pinot Noir (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2011-pinot-noir-robertson/,Pinot Noir,2011,Robertson Winery 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Herbal notes of bark and soft spice mingle with red cherry and plum fruit aromas and flavors. This is bright and accessible now thanks to approachable tannins and a clean, easygoing finish.",L'Avenir,13,85,Western Cape,,,Laroche 2011 L'Avenir Pinotage (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laroche-2011-lavenir-pinotage-western-cape/,Pinotage,2011,Laroche 13,Red,Spain,"This single-pago wine is earthy, rooty, herbal and almost grassy smelling. The mouthfeel is clampy, with dried berry, herbal shadings and a chunky, earthy finish. As a whole there's a malty character to this wine, but it has elements of quality and character.",Nuestra Selección,36,85,Central Spain,Finca Élez,,Manuel Manzaneque 2005 Nuestra Selección Red (Finca Élez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-manzaneque-2005-nuestra-seleccion-red-finca-elez/,Red Blend,2005,Manuel Manzaneque 13.5,Red,US,"An easygoing, savory wine with penetrating tannins and a pronounced flavor of cranberry. A good go-to pick for a crowd.",,13,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Girasole 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girasole-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Girasole 14.2,White,US,"This is a pretty, easy-going Chardonnay with fine coastal acidity providing a clean counterpoint to the heavy oak. The flavors are of buttered toast, buttered popcorn and orange jam.",Green Acre Hills Sangiacomo Vineyards,48,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Ten Acre 2010 Green Acre Hills Sangiacomo Vineyards Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ten-acre-2010-green-hills-sangiacomo-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Ten Acre 14,Red,US,"Tart in acidity and tight in tannins, this is a hard, dry Cabernet. It has black currant and dark chocolate flavors, accented with new oak. Not likely to improve, so drink up.",Premium Limited Edition,25,85,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Publix 2008 Premium Limited Edition Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/publix-2008-premium-limited-edition-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Publix 14.5,Red,US,"This is a Cab made unabashedly to appeal to a broad range of palates. It's medium in weight and texture with layers of vanilla and cherry that are persistent enough to stand up to all kinds of food. A perfect burger wine, especially for a crowd.",337,15,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Noble Vines 2010 337 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noble-vines-2010-337-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Noble Vines 14,White,US,"A good, straightforward Chardonnay with ripe, tropical fruit and pear flavors. It's creamy and oaky, but brightened with crisp acidity.",,25,85,California,Napa,Napa County,Newton 2011 Chardonnay (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2011-chardonnay-napa-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Newton 13,Red,US,"Bramble and savory herbs add a green, earthy character to preserved black cherry and plum flavors in this dry, full-bodied Merlot. The tannins are penetrating, but velvety in structure, and extend long on the cherry-kissed finish.",,19,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Spring 2010 Merlot (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-spring-2010-merlot-finger-lakes/,Merlot,2010,Keuka Spring 12.5,White,US,"A good Pinot Grigio if you're looking for something off-dry. It's crisp in acidity, with sugary orange, pear and lime flavors. Easy to drink with Vietnamese, Thai, Ethiopian, Indian or other such ethnic fare based on chicken or lamb.",Coastal Series,18,85,California,California Other,California,Arrow Creek 2011 Coastal Series Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrow-creek-2011-coastal-series-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Arrow Creek 14.1,White,US,"This is a bold, densely structured wine with vanilla-cream, orange-soda and pineapple-custard flavors. There's good acidity, but it appeals to the modern style with it's ripe, straightforward feel.",,25,85,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Godspeed 2010 Chardonnay (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/godspeed-2010-chardonnay-napa-mount-veeder/,Chardonnay,2010,Godspeed 12,Red,South Africa,"Bright notes of strawberry and raspberry are backed by suggestions of carnation and talcum powder on the nose and palate of this light, vibrant Pinot Noir. A fleeting flavor of watermelon rind comes and goes on the short finish.",Unwooded,15,85,Franschhoek,,,Haute Cabrière 2011 Unwooded Pinot Noir (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haute-cabriere-2011-unwooded-pinot-noir-franschhoek/,Pinot Noir,2011,Haute Cabrière 13.2,White,US,"Ripe and generously oaked on the palate, this Chardonnay has flavors of pineapple jam, buttered toast and buttered popcorn. It's brightened with crisp acidity.",,26,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 2011 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2011-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Frog's Leap ,Red,France,"A strongly wood-aged wine, very dark and brooding. It has high extract and concentration, with a flash of black pepper on the palate. Tough and finishing hard.",,20,85,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Ampélia 2010 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ampelia-2010-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Ampélia 12.5,Red,France,"This is a fruity, ready-to-drink wine, with acidity cutting through the juicy black currant fruits. This is attractive and bright, yet structured.",,18,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Acker-Perreau 2010 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-acker-perreau-2010-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Acker-Perreau 13.8,White,US,"Sourced from the Bacchus vineyard, this is an oaky, buttery Chardonnay that's fine for an every day quaffer. The oaky flavors quickly overtake fruit that is simple, clean, and apple flavored.",,17,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cloudlift Cellars 2011 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloudlift-cellars-2011-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Cloudlift Cellars 13.5,Red,US,"This is a fine Petite Sirah at this price, good for everyday fare like pizza or barbecue. It's dark in color, dry, tannic and stuffed with juicy blackberry and currant fruit.",,11,85,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2010 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2010-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2010,Bogle 13,Red,Spain,"This blend is crisp and reasonably well focused on the bouquet. In the mouth, the wine is rubbery and tannic feeling, with mild astringency and flavors of generic berry fruit, oak and herbs. Good for basic occasions.",Rojo Granrojo,11,85,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Bodegas Navarro López 2011 Rojo Granrojo Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2011-rojo-granrojo-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Bodegas Navarro López 13.1,White,US,Sweet aromas of apple and peach lead to a medium-bodied palate with abundant lemon flavors. The residual sugar (4 g/L) plays nicely off the vibrant acids but the depth of flavors can't quite match the acid's intensity.,LEHM,20,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Lake Chelan,Vin du Lac 2010 LEHM Riesling (Lake Chelan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-lac-2010-lehm-riesling-columbia-valley-lake-chelan/,Riesling,2010,Vin du Lac ,White,US,"This features clean, straightforward apple-flavored fruit, a mix of both barrel fermented and tank fermented. The finish is lightly toasty and buttery, with a hint of warmth.",,11,86,Idaho,,,Sawtooth 2010 Chardonnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawtooth-2010-chardonnay-snake-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Sawtooth 13.5,Red,US,"Varietally correct Syrah from Washington can be difficult to find in this price range but this wine brings it with notes of blueberry, mesquite and vanilla along with a soft, subdued, citrusy feel. Finishes a touch ripe.",,10,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Washington Hills 2011 Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/washington-hills-2011-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2011,Washington Hills 12.8,Red,US,"Sour cherry aromas meld with notes of spice and briar on this bold, structured Pinot Noir. The palate boasts bright red-fruit notes with rustic hints of earth and brine, and a coating of grippy tannins that linger on the finish.",Reserve,28,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2010 Reserve Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2010-reserve-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2010,Wagner 11.5,White,Spain,"Apple, lime, lemon and natural vanilla are the aromas one gets from this blended Catalonian white. The palate is bright along the edges, a bit soft and jumbled in the middle, and in terms of flavor the wine offers generic apple and lime in front of a fresh but fleshy finish. Drink immediately.",Sangre de Toro Viña Sol,12,86,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Torres 2011 Sangre de Toro Viña Sol White (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2011-sangre-toro-vina-sol-white-catalunya/,White Blend,2011,Torres 13.5,Red,Spain,"This Tempranillo is forward in style, with leather, cherry, plum and smoky aromas. It feels racy and healthy, with buttery oak, vanilla, herb and mild raspberry and red plum flavors. This is good as a whole, with no one characteristic sticking out.",Sangre de Toro,12,86,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Torres 2011 Sangre de Toro Tempranillo (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2011-sangre-de-toro-tempranillo-catalunya/,Tempranillo,2011,Torres 15.6,Red,US,"Soft and a little dull, but tasty in cherry, tobacco and spice flavors. The finish is hot with high alcohol, yet there's a pleasant sweetness throughout.",,26,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Phantom Rivers 2008 Mourvèdre (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phantom-rivers-2008-mourvedre-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Mourvèdre,2008,Phantom Rivers 15.3,Red,US,"Strong and ripe with Zinny flavor— intense wild berry and cherry fruit as well as a briary, brambly mouthfeel. High alcohol gives it a glycerine richness.",,38,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2011 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2011-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2011,Peachy Canyon 13.5,Red,Spain,"This Garnacha is maderized, with leafy aromas of burnt rubber, herbs, tea and spice more than bold fruit. The palate has a light feel, with buttery creaminess and flavors of vanilla, butter, licorice, black cherry, cassis and medicinal raisin. The finish is a bit hot and raw.",Indigena Garnatxa,22,86,Catalonia,Penedès,,Parés Baltà 2010 Indigena Garnatxa Garnacha (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pares-balta-2010-indigena-garnatxa-grenache-garnacha-penedes/,Garnacha,2010,Parés Baltà 13.9,Red,US,"This is a sound, everyday Merlot with some special qualities that give it an extra point or two. It's dry and smooth in tannins, with layers of cherries, blackberries, currants and licorice. Not likely to age well, so give it a little time to breathe and drink now.",Limited Production,20,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Magistrate 2011 Limited Production Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magistrate-2011-limited-production-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2011,Magistrate 14.5,White,US,"This is a good wine, but it relies too much on oak, overwhelming it with buttered toast and caramel. The result is a rich but unbalanced wine, with underlying orange, pineapple and peach flavors.",Silhouette,65,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2010 Silhouette Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2010-silhouette-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Merryvale 13.9,White,US,"Marked by ripe orange, apricot and mango flavors, this Sauvignon Blanc is rescued by brisk acidity that lends it a clean finish. A touch of oak adds hints of vanilla and buttered toast.",Ritchie Vineyard Requiem,35,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Genius Wines 2011 Ritchie Vineyard Requiem Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/genius-wines-2011-ritchie-vineyard-requiem-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Genius Wines 13,Red,Spain,"This small-production blend from Ribeiro is fragrant, with vibrant red-berry and floral aromas. In the mouth, it's tangy and lean, with more acidity than body. Flavors are mostly generic in nature, leaning towards cherry and plum, while the finish is raw. This is more of a food wine than a sipper.",Abadía de Gomariz,35,86,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Coto de Gomariz 2007 Abadía de Gomariz Red (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-gomariz-2007-abadia-red-ribeiro/,Red Blend,2007,Coto de Gomariz ,Red,France,"This mint- and new-wood-flavored wine boasts ripe tannins and lush fruit. It feels weighty, perhaps almost too rich, while the tannins have a bitter-chocolate edge to them.",Grande Réserve,25,86,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château du Bailli 2010 Grande Réserve (Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bailli-2010-grande-reserve-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château du Bailli 12,White,Italy,"Fragrant notes of cut grass, kiwi and white flower open the bouquet of this Vermentino from sunny, coastal Tuscany. The wine is crisp and tight with pretty nuances of lemon and lime on the close.",,,86,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Campo al Mare 2011 Vermentino (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-al-mare-2011-italian-white-vermentino-bolgheri/,Vermentino,2011,Campo al Mare 14,Red,South Africa,"This is a spicy, lushly textured wine with concentrated aromas and flavors of black berries, bramble, chocolate, chicory and coffee. Ripe, dark fruit and berry flavors linger into the medium-length finish, with a soft note of earthy spice on the back.",,15,86,Western Cape,,,Barista 2011 Pinotage (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barista-2011-pinotage-western-cape/,Pinotage,2011,Barista 14.5,Red,US,"Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot along with a dash of Malbec and Syrah, this red blend is on the lighter side of medium bodied with notes of tobacco, chocolate, cherry and fresh herbs.",The Catalyst,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Apex 2010 The Catalyst Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-2010-catalyst-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Apex 14.4,Red,US,"This Merlot is very fruity and forward with persistent berry jam, cassis, anise and mocha flavors. Although the tannins are brisk, it's a wine to drink now.",Estate Grown,35,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Korbin Kameron 2009 Estate Grown Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbin-kameron-2009-estate-grown-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2009,Korbin Kameron 13,Red,US,"Whiffs of toasted wood and cardamom lend a warm, spicy tone to concentrated black-fruit notes on this boldly tannic, structured Cab. Brisk acidity adds balance to fruit and body, highlighting delicate herb notes on the finish.",Reserve,28,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Spring 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-spring-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Keuka Spring 12,Sparkling,Spain,"This Cava is mustardy smelling, with apple in tow. The palate feels fresh and solid, while flavors of yeasty, dry apple and white pepper lead to a toasty, firm finish. A likable sparkler but regular as a whole.",Milesimé Brut Reserva,24,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Juvé y Camps 2008 Milesimé Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juve-camps-2008-milesime-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Juvé y Camps 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a full, sweeter style of Champagne. It has a touch of honey, pear and peach-jelly flavors. There's some crispness as well to give the wine a fresh edge. This style is a fine partner for fruit desserts.",Rich Demi-Sec,50,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Jean-Noël Haton NV Rich Demi-Sec (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-noel-haton-nv-rich-demi-sec-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Jean-Noël Haton 13.3,Red,US,"Baking spice and toasted wood add warmth to preserved black cherry and plum flavors in this bold, lushly textured Cabernet Franc. The tannins are quite soft, but the dense fruit profile gives it weight and body.",,18,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hosmer 2010 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hosmer-2010-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Hosmer 14.2,White,US,"This is appealing for its richness, but it's heavily oaked with buttered toast and butterscotch flavors that overwhelm the underlying fruit. Too bad, because it's a nice Chardonnay with bright pineapple and orange flavors supported by fine acidity.",Wildwood Vineyard,27,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2011 Wildwood Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2011-wildwood-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Kunde 14.5,Red,US,An aromatically pleasant Cabernet that's bright in cassis and raspberry with a little bit of leather in the background. Medium bodied with tame tannins that have a tinge of greenness on the finish. A fine midweek wine that'll stand up to steak or burgers.,,19,86,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Weibel Family 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weibel-family-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Weibel Family 14.3,White,US,"Fruity and delicious with straightforward candied pineapple and orange flavors. Oak adds notes of buttered toast, while crisp acidity provides balance.",Reserve,35,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Windsor Oaks 2011 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-oaks-2011-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Windsor Oaks 13.9,Red,US,"This wine is from Talley, and while it's nowhere near as good as the parent company's Pinot Noir, it's not bad for the price. Shows a nice, silky texture with bright, juicy flavors of cherries, cranberries and toast.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Bishop's Peak 2011 Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bishops-peak-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Bishop's Peak ,White,France,"This is a very herbaceous and crisp wine, with the Sauvignon Blanc characteristics cutting through the ripe texture. It's fruity, bright as a button and ready to drink now.",,,86,Bordeaux,Francs Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château les Charmes Godard 2010 Francs Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-charmes-godard-2010-white-francs-cotes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château les Charmes Godard ,Red,France,"A firm, dark and concentrated wine that boasts big tannins, dark fruit and a seriously dry element. Powerful and extracted, it needs time to soften and show its more fruity side.",,,86,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château la Grande Maye 2010 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grande-maye-2010-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Grande Maye ,Red,France,"There's heavy wood here, a powerhouse of toast. The fruit is subdued at this young stage, but is here, so give this ripe and potentially juicy wine time to integrate.",,26,86,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Lestiac 2010 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lestiac-2010-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Lestiac 12.5,White,Italy,"Il Bianco is a Tuscan blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Gewürztraminer and Sémillon that opens with fresh aromas of lemon zest and lime followed by light touches of spring flower and bitter almond. The wine is light, informal and will pair with raw seafood.",Il Bianco,,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Brancaia 2011 Il Bianco White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancaia-2011-il-bianco-white-toscana/,White Blend,2011,Brancaia 13,White,Spain,"This blend of 90% Viura and 10% Malvasia gives off scents of saline and pool water along with apple, citrus and green herb notes. The palate is zesty and high in acid, leaving a clipped feel and flavors of lime, pineapple and green apple. It's nicely built but modest in its overall expression.",Barrel Fermented,16,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 2011 Barrel Fermented White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-2011-barrel-fermented-white-rioja/,White Blend,2011,Muga 13.9,Red,Argentina,"The nose on this Syrah is attractive as it doles out spicy, earthy berry fruit aromas that are typical for the Cafayate region of Argentina. In the mouth, however, the wine is hard and short, with oaky, herbal flavors of roasted fruit followed by green notes and raw oak on the finish.",Don David Reserve,17,86,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Michel Torino 2011 Don David Reserve Syrah (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2011-don-david-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-calchaqui-valley/,Syrah,2011,Michel Torino 13.5,White,US,"This Chard is a bit heavy and oaky, with buttered toast, orange, pear and spicy fruit punch flavors. It's ripe with juicy fruit flavors but balanced by crisp acidity.",,12,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Ballard Lane 2011 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballard-lane-2011-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Ballard Lane 14.5,Red,US,"This is Murray's junior version of Syrah, less expensive than his Watch Hill bottling, but also not as charming. It's dry, tannic and a little sharp, with red currant, brown sugar and pepper flavors.",Tous les Jours,16,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Andrew Murray 2011 Tous les Jours Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-2011-tous-jours-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2011,Andrew Murray 13,White,Spain,"This is fresh on the nose, with peach, green banana and mineral aromas. The palate feels citrusy and racy, with lemon, green apple and gooseberry flavors, while the finish is cleansing and quick. This is lean, sassy and ready to drink.",Covello,15,86,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Lo Nuevo 2011 Covello Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lo-nuevo-2011-covello-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,Lo Nuevo 13.5,Red,US,"Notes of strawberry and red cherry surface on the nose, followed by touches of beeswax, dill and exotic spice. This is a medium-bodied wine with enough tannins to lend structural support. The finish bears delicate cinnamon and herbal-tea flavors that linger with some astringency.",,22,86,Virginia,Monticello,,Jefferson Vineyards NV Cabernet Franc (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jefferson-nv-cabernet-franc-monticello/,Cabernet Franc,,Jefferson Vineyards 10,White,US,"A very lightly aromatic offering of Riesling with notes of jasmine, nectarine and honey. Though it clocks in at 35 g/L residual sugar, it doesn't seem nearly this sweet, but still wants a bit more acid to lift the frame.",,13,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sagelands 2011 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sagelands-2011-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2011,Sagelands 11,Red,US,"Ripe sour cherry notes are tart but intensely fruity in this light-bodied, vibrantly acidic blend. Gentle, velvety tannins frame a crisp, refreshing finish.",Estate Reserve,26,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Stony Lonesome NV Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stony-lonesome-nv-estate-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,,Stony Lonesome 14.4,Red,US,"Malbec's characteristic tannins and acidity are here, but so is California's sunny sweetness. The wine is rich in jammy blackberries, with a leathery smokiness. Drink it now with steak.",Flood Family Vineyards,24,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rancho Sisquoc 2010 Flood Family Vineyards Malbec (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-2010-flood-family-malbec-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Malbec,2010,Rancho Sisquoc 14,Red,Spain,"There's plenty of berry fruit on the nose of this Ribera red. The palate feels fresh and acidic, with a mild streak of softer, buttery oak. Flavors of crisp plum and cassis are sharpened by said acidity yet smoothed out by oaky vanilla on the finish.",Vendimia Seleccionada,,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Gormaz 2011 Vendimia Seleccionada (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-gormaz-2011-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2011,Viña Gormaz 13,White,Spain,"The palate on this wine is clean, lemony and lean, with pithy citrus, apple and vanilla flavors. The best thing about the finish is that it doesn't fall apart.",,9,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2011 Viura-Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2011-white-blend-viura-chardonnay-navarra/,Viura-Chardonnay,2011,Vega Sindoa 14,Red,South Africa,"Forward fruit aromas of boysenberry and cherry are laced with accents of sweet smoke and oaky vanilla spice. These notes carry through to the medium-weight mouth, followed by a somewhat short yet clean finish. Drink now.",Bush Vine,13,86,Paarl,,,Tormentoso 2010 Bush Vine Pinotage (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tormentoso-2010-bush-vine-pinotage-paarl/,Pinotage,2010,Tormentoso 13,Red,Argentina,"With ripe yet oaky aromas, this is a basic Malbec to enjoy with simple foods. The palate is juicy but comes with a buttery, creamy feel. As for flavors, look for buttery oak riding on top of modest, quick-hitting berry. On the finish, it's oaky more than fruity.",Organica,11,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2012 Organica Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2012-organica-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2012,Santa Julia 13,Red,Argentina,"The nose of this Malbec is fresh and shows black-fruit and plum aromas. Medium bodied, with plum, red berry and herbal flavors. Tasty on the finish, this delivers all the basics for $10.",[+],10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2012 [+] Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2012-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2012,Santa Julia 13.1,White,US,"Abundant acidity gives this wine a tart, puckery feel, balanced by a range of fruit flavors—lemons and limes through pears and mangoes. It's dry in style, making it an ideal companion for cocktail snacks, like goat cheese or prosciutto-wrapped melon.",,14,86,California,California Other,California,Epilogue 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/epilogue-2011-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Epilogue 14,White,South Africa,"Faint suggestions of fynbos and asparagus mingle with bright notes of orange peel, green plum and melon rind. Lively and easy, with good cut to the melon and plum flavors on the palate that end quickly but cleanly.",,20,86,Walker Bay,,,Creation 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/creation-2011-sauvignon-blanc-walker-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Creation 13.5,Red,US,"Rustic and ripe, but easy to like, with red licorice, mocha and blackberry jam flavors. Made from an assortment of grape varieties including Syrah, Merlot and Barbera.",Oakley Eighty-Two,10,86,California,California Other,California,Cline 2010 Oakley Eighty-Two Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2010-oakley-eighty-two-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,Cline 12,Red,US,"While the nose is ripe and plush with sweet smelling red-cherry and strawberry aromas, this is a surprisingly brisk, light-footed Pinot Noir. The palate is lean with crisp, briary red fruit and drying, slightly astringent tannins on the finish.",Estate,16,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fulkerson 2010 Estate Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulkerson-2010-estate-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2010,Fulkerson ,Red,US,"With so much juicy raspberry, mocha, spice and sandalwood flavors, this is an easy wine to drink now. There may not be a better cheeseburger pairing in the world.",,32,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Frequency 2011 G-S-M (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frequency-2011-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast/,G-S-M,2011,Frequency 13,Red,US,"Whiffs of damp soil and leather lend a rustic, earthy tone to dark cherry and briar notes on this Pinot Noir. The palate is lushly textured, with just a ruffle of delicate tannins.",Estate Reserve,25,86,New York,New York Other,Niagara Escarpment,Freedom Run 2010 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Niagara Escarpment),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freedom-run-2010-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-other-niagara-escarpment/,Pinot Noir,2010,Freedom Run 13,White,Spain,"Nettle, green herb and sweaty, varietal Verdejo aromas control the bouquet on this barrel-aged white. The palate is oily in feel, with pithy flavors of apricot, apple and grapefruit. The finish mixes baked white-fruit flavors with lasting bitterness and oak.",Parcela 52,20,86,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Finca Constancia 2011 Parcela 52 Verdejo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-constancia-2011-parcela-52-spanish-white-verdejo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Verdejo,2011,Finca Constancia 14.5,Red,US,"True to type, this Cab Franc from cool-climate Clarksburg is very herbal and dry, with a back beat of black cherry. Rich on the finish, herb flavors turns to chocolate and clove. A good wintertime wine.",,28,86,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Clarksburg Wine Company 2010 Cabernet Franc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarksburg-wine-company-2010-cabernet-franc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Clarksburg Wine Company 13.8,Red,US,"This offers an aromatic core of blackberry, cherry and plum notes that are offset by tobacco, leather and brown-spice accents. A touch of prune surfaces on the lush, round palate, and the acids stand out on the cherry-skin-flavored finish.",,30,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Rappahannock Cellars 2009 Meritage (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rappahannock-cellars-2009-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-virginia/,Meritage,2009,Rappahannock Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of juicy acidity and sour cherry candy and leather flavors in this dry, tannic Sangiovese. It can't quite rise above its rustic nature, but fatty beef and cheese dishes will help tame it.",,30,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Castello di Amorosa 2009 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-amorosa-2009-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,2009,Castello di Amorosa 14.5,Red,Spain,"Dense berry aromas give this wine a pasty, weighty bouquet. It feels scratchy in the mouth, with plum and red-fruit flavors. This wine runs short on specifics while offering a juicy feel and a hint of chocolaty young oak on the finish.",Contadero Joven,15,86,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Campiña 2009 Contadero Joven (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-campina-2009-contadero-joven-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2009,Bodegas Campiña 13.5,Red,France,"Dusty tannins push to the front, resulting in a firm, wood-aged wine that shows smokiness, ripe blackberry flavors and a firm core. This should be at its best in 2–3 years.",Clotilde,22,86,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Maison Neuve 2010 Clotilde (Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-maison-neuve-2010-clotilde-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Maison Neuve 14.2,Red,US,"A non vintage blend of Zinfandel, Syrah and Petite Sirah, this wine captures attributes of each of those grapes. The nose is rich with scents of raspberries, delving slightly towards tart cherries. The finish enters Syrah territory, with earthy leather and spice.",Vino di Mendocino II,18,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Philo Ridge NV Vino di Mendocino II Red (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philo-ridge-nv-vino-mendocino-ii-red-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Red Blend,,Philo Ridge 18.5,Dessert,US,"A big bottle of dessert wine, all from Petite Sirah grapes, that's rich and soft and round, with Petite's characteristic dusty flavors and a kick of chocolate on the finish. A dessert on its own, it would pair well with savory cheeses or something nutty.",Bella Dolce,28,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Barra of Mendocino 2008 Bella Dolce Petite Sirah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barra-mendocino-2008-bella-dolce-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Petite Sirah,2008,Barra of Mendocino 13.2,White,US,"A very distinctive Sauvignon Blanc with leesy notes of biscuit, spice and custard at the fore along with herbs and a spine of lemony acidity that runs from head to tail.",LEHM,20,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Lake Chelan,Vin du Lac 2010 LEHM Sauvignon Blanc (Lake Chelan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-lac-2010-lehm-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-lake-chelan/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Vin du Lac 13.5,Red,US,"Fairly standard Pinot, but with some silky qualities of interest. It's dry and tart, but with ripe cranberry, raspberry, vanilla and spice flavors. A very tasty wine for drinking now.",,26,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Mondavi 2011 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2011-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2011,Robert Mondavi 14.5,Red,US,"This pleasant Merlot is a little tough and gritty, but it's rich and candied in blackberry and cherry, roasted almond and vanilla flavors. Give it some time to breathe in the glass.",,21,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2010 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2010-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Robert Mondavi 13.6,Red,US,"This varietal Cabernet Franc comes from Blackrock Vineyard in the Yakima Valley. The notes are light and high toned with dill, vanilla, fresh herbs and dusty cherry. The 40% new American oak drives much of the flavor as well as the tannins, which come off as a bit too aggressive.",Icon,55,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2010 Icon Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2010-icon-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Waterbrook 13,Red,US,"A pliant, lively wine to pair with roasted chicken or grilled salmon, this bears a forward note of red cherry, plus touches of cassis, char, herb and vanilla that add dimension. It's light to medium bodied, with fine, dusty tannins and fresh acids.",,23,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Hume 2011 Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hume-2011-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Hume 13,Red,US,"This blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc and 10% Merlot was aged for 15 months in American and French oak. It shows a nice balance of earth, fruit and oak flavors in the form of turmeric, red flower, tobacco and blackberry notes. It feels lithe and medium bodied, and the acids gain momentum on the cherry-skin- and graphite-flavored finish.",Lomax Reserve,22,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Granite Heights 2009 Lomax Reserve Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/granite-heights-2009-lomax-reserve-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Granite Heights 13.5,Red,Argentina,"With hard, rubbery aromas and a lot of black fruit notes, this wine registers as textbook Bonarda. The palate is bouncy and full feeling, but not complex, while flavors of dark fruits, leather and herbs set up a crisp and drying finish.",Reserve,12,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2011 Reserve Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2011-reserve-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2011,Cruz Alta 15,Red,US,"Dry, tannic and ripe, with flavors of black currant, raisin and a coating of spicy oak. The tannins are rich and thick and high alcohol gives this wine a slight burn, but richly sauced barbecue flavors balance that out.",Westside Reserve,34,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Moonstone 2009 Westside Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moonstone-2009-westside-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Moonstone 14.1,Red,US,"Montoliva's Sierra Bella is a blend of Sangiovese, Teroldego, Dolcetto and Barbera. It's not quiet in tannins, but boasts layers of bright acidity and dark, mouth filling fruit flavors. Limited in production but a good value.",Sierra Bella-Chicago Park,15,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Montoliva 2009 Sierra Bella-Chicago Park Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montoliva-2009-sierra-bella-chicago-park-red-sierra-foothills/,Red Blend,2009,Montoliva 13.5,White,US,"There's good Santa Barbara character in this Chardonnay, with brisk acidity and minerality girding the tropical fruit and peach flavors. It's a little thin, but elegantly structured.",Limited Production,15,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Magistrate 2011 Limited Production Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magistrate-2011-limited-production-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Magistrate 14,Red,US,"Scents of leather and turbinado sugar surface on the nose first, which are offset by accents of blackberry, forest floor and pepper. The medium-to-full palate feels supple and expansive, until the finish where the tannic muscle kicks in. Overall, the flavors are intense and juicy but come with an edge of prune.",,20,86,Virginia,Virginia,,North Gate 2010 Meritage (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/north-gate-2010-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-virginia/,Meritage,2010,North Gate 14,Red,South Africa,"An easygoing, approachable wine to be enjoyed now, this offers upfront notes of blackberry, underripe plum, cured meat and soft tar. A kiss of vanilla lingers through to the medium-length finish. Drink now.",The Winemaker's Reserve,11,86,Western Cape,,,Nederburg 2010 The Winemaker's Reserve Pinotage (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nederburg-2010-the-winemakers-reserve-pinotage-western-cape/,Pinotage,2010,Nederburg 14,Red,Spain,"This standard Garnacha is good and honest on the nose, with fresh red-berry aromas. In the mouth, it's snappy and kind of lean, with a lightweight composition and zesty flavors of raspberry and cherry. It's quick to finish, with a note of vanilla.",Fabla Old Vines,12,86,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Bodegas San Isidro 2010 Fabla Old Vines Grenache (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-san-isidro-2010-fabla-old-vines-grenache-calatayud/,Grenache,2010,Bodegas San Isidro 13,Rose,Spain,"This wine is dusty on the nose, with aromas of red pepper flake, citrus and red fruits. It's fleshy in the mouth and showing grip along with flavors of pomegranate, pink grapefruit and tangerine. Solid, cleansing and dry on the finish. Drink now.",Gran Feudo Rosado,12,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Julián Chivite 2011 Gran Feudo Rosado Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-julian-chivite-2011-gran-feudo-rosado-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2011,Bodegas Julián Chivite 15,Red,US,"A soft, easy wine for drinking now. Based on Grenache, it has cherry pie, mocha, red currant and baking spice flavors. Versatile for pairing with a wide range of foods that call for a medium-bodied red.",Espérance,25,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Andrew Murray 2011 Espérance G-S-M (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-2011-esperance-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast/,G-S-M,2011,Andrew Murray 14.5,Red,US,"A liquid tribute to old Mendocino, this wine is a blend of mostly Zinfandel and Petite Sirah, with smaller proportions of Sangiovese, Carignane, Negromaro, Barbera, Nebbiolo and Syrah. Medium bodied with spicy black pepper, leather and stewed plum flavors, it would go perfectly well with burgers or pizza.",Primo Rosso,9,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Monte Volpe 2007 Primo Rosso Red (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-volpe-2007-primo-rosso-red-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Red Blend,2007,Monte Volpe 13.5,Red,Spain,"For an inexpensive wine, this offers plenty of wood spice, vanilla, char and toast on the nose. The palate smacks hard with drawing tannins, while flavors of medicinal plum and raspberry carry a charred aftertaste. Good as a whole, with oak dominating the finish.",Crianza,10,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Arroyo 2008 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arroyo-2008-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Arroyo ,Red,France,"Full bodied, structured and tannic while also fruity, this is fine example of the 2010 vintage. It's all structure at this stage, but it's going to be a full and ripe wine, although the alcohol does show through at the end in a pepper-driven moment.",,22,86,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château la Brande 2010 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brande-2010-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Brande 13.5,Red,Spain,"Candied blueberry aromas are fresh and suggest some power to come. Indeed, this wine is chunky on the palate, with grapy dark-fruit flavors that are generic but friendly. Made with carbonic maceration, this Toro is suggestive of Beaujolais.",Vino Pr1mero,12,86,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Fariña 2011 Vino Pr1mero (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-farina-2011-vino-pr1mero-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,2011,Bodegas Fariña 13,Red,Italy,Here's an affordable red blend from one of Italy's best wine estates. Il Chiuso opens with bright berry and cherry cola with a touch of bitter almond at the back.,Il Chiuso,24,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Ama 2010 Il Chiuso Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-ama-2010-il-chiuso-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Castello di Ama 13.5,Red,Spain,"The nose on this wine smells candied for the most part, with a pinch of minerality to go with sweet red berry and red licorice scents. The mouthfeel is crisp and fresh, while cherry, red plum and cassis flavors lead onto an active finish.",Marqués de Valparaiso Crianza,20,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Federico Paternina 2008 Marqués de Valparaiso Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/federico-paternina-2008-marques-valparaiso-crianza-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Federico Paternina 14,Red,Spain,"The palate on this Tempranillo has smacking acids that create crisp flavors of raspberry and red plum, and there's a pinch of oaky vanilla for counterbalance. Overall this is juicy, fresh and simple.",Viñas Viejas,12,86,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra Ribera del Gállego-Cinco Villas,,Evohé 2011 Viñas Viejas Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra Ribera del Gállego-Cinco Villas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evohe-2011-vinas-viejas-tempranillo-vino-tierra-ribera-gallego-cinco-villas/,Tempranillo,2011,Evohé 13.2,Red,US,"Sweet smelling notes of cherry pie and spice introduce this rich, concentrated Pinot Noir full of slightly ruddy redcherry and plum fruit. Vibrant acidity and soft tannins add backbone and composure.",,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hosmer 2010 Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hosmer-2010-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2010,Hosmer 13.5,Red,Spain,"The nose on this value wine is raw and citrusy, with a note of earthy leather. The palate feel is plump and soft, with rubbery, jammy flavors of herbal berry fruit and rubber. The finish is short and jammy, but bright and forward.",Old Vine,10,86,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Beso de Vino 2010 Old Vine Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beso-vino-2010-old-vine-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2010,Beso de Vino 13.5,Red,Argentina,"This Syrah leads with standard berry and chocolate aromas. The mouthfeel is largely fresh, and while there's creamy oak as part of the flavor package, there's also good berry character and mint.",Reserva,13,86,Other,Argentina,,San Huberto 2010 Reserva Syrah (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-huberto-2010-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2010,San Huberto 14.2,Red,US,"Keen in acidity, with cherry and blackberry fruit. Fine for drinking now, but give it a little time to breathe.",,32,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sagebrush Annie's 2010 Merlot (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sagebrush-annies-2010-merlot-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Merlot,2010,Sagebrush Annie's 13.1,White,US,"This wine plays it right down the middle, with pleasant flavors of buttered toast, orange jam and vanilla. With balancing acidity, it gets the Chardonnay job done in a good, straightforward way.",,26,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Russian River Vineyards 2010 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russian-river-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Russian River Vineyards 14.6,Red,US,"This is a good Syrah that's dry and spicy and ready to drink now with a great burger. The blackberry flavors have earthy, tobacco and grilled meat notes. The acidity is a bit sharp. Drink up.",Flood Family Vineyards,25,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rancho Sisquoc 2010 Flood Family Vineyards Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-2010-flood-family-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,Rancho Sisquoc 12,White,Spain,"Light lemon-lime aromas open things up, alongside a light mineral note. The palate is clean and racy, with enough body to hold up to core flavors of lime, kiwi and green apple. A floral freshness carries the finish.",,9,86,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Las Valles 2011 Viura-Chardonnay (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-valles-2011-white-blend-viura-chardonnay-carinena/,Viura-Chardonnay,2011,Las Valles 13.7,Red,US,"This non-vintage blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc plays on the leafy side of the spectrum with abundant herb and green tea notes. It's tart and grainy with a compact ball of cherry and cranberry flavors that finish a touch ripe.",Hidden Horse Red Blend No. 9,18,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Two Mountain NV Hidden Horse Red Blend No. 9 Red (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-mountain-nv-hidden-horse-red-blend-no-9-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Red Blend,,Two Mountain 15.6,Red,US,"How this producer squeezes 15.6% alcohol levels out of its Cabernet is a fair question. Despite the implied concentration, this hard and steely wine shows tight cassis fruit wrapped in smoky, coffee, barrel flavors.",,22,86,Idaho,,,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3-horse-ranch-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-snake-river-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 13,Red,Spain,"Raisin, sandalwood, spa candle and flower petal aromas give this a light and interesting bouquet. In the mouth, it's wide and sort of flabby, with exotic blue-fruit flavors and a hint of spice. Mild in flavor and feel on the finish.",Reserva,19,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Nueva 2007 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-nueva-2007-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Finca Nueva 12.5,White,South Africa,"A light, bright and easygoing wine with clean notes of citrus, fresh-cut grass and lime zest. Lively acidity keeps the palate vibrant and refreshing, ending with a mouthwatering, tart green-plum flavor. Drink up.",Nr 3,18,86,Walker Bay,,,Hermanuspietersfontein 2011 Nr 3 Sauvignon Blanc (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermanuspietersfontein-2011-nr-3-sauvignon-blanc-walker-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Hermanuspietersfontein 14,Red,France,"This is the fruity side of Carignan, a wine with black currants and bright fruit flavors. It has structure from the 40% Cabernets in the blend and a smoky finish that adds some spice.",L'Orangerie de Carignan,14,86,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Carignan 2010 L'Orangerie de Carignan (Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carignan-2010-lorangerie-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Carignan 13.5,Red,US,"An elegant, pretty Pinot to drink now. Dry and brisk in acidity, it has a nice, silky texture framing forward raspberry, red currant and oak flavors.",,24,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,De Loach 13,Red,Spain,"This is yet another good Campo de Borja wine relative to price. It's hard and dark on the nose, but there's nothing unusual or difficult about the bouquet. The palate is lively in feel, with candied raspberry and lightly herbal strawberry flavors. The finish is fresh and juicy, with medicinal notes.",Tinto,8,86,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Crucillon 2011 Tinto Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crucillon-2011-tinto-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2011,Crucillon 13,White,Spain,"This Macabeo-Chardonnay blend is light on its feet, with minerally aromas of saline and peach. It's fresh but ordinary in the mouth, with apple and melon flavors in front of a dry, dusty finish. This will do the trick with basic appetizers.",Ramón Roqueta,12,86,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Bodegas 1898 2011 Ramón Roqueta Macabeo-Chardonnay (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-1898-2011-ramon-roqueta-white-blend-macabeo-chardonnay-catalunya/,Macabeo-Chardonnay,1898,Bodegas 1898 13.5,Red,US,"Sharp in acidity but fruity, this Merlot-Cabernet Franc blend has cherry, red currant and licorice flavors. It's an elegant wine for drinking now.",,10,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ballard Lane 2010 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballard-lane-2010-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2010,Ballard Lane 14.5,Red,Italy,"Because of its aromas of cured meat, old leather and dried fruit, this 2008 Brunello seems older than it really is. There's not much fresh fruit to support the sharp acidity that appears on the finish.",Saporoia,,86,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Baccinetti 2008 Saporoia (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baccinetti-2008-saporoia-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Baccinetti 14.5,Red,US,"This is a candy shop of a wine, with raspberry, licorice and brown sugar flavors. Not very complicated, but easy to drink now for its soft appeal.",,20,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2010 Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2010-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2010,Buena Vista 13.8,Red,US,"Ripe red cherry and mint are enrobed in a velvety swathe of tannins in this bold, richly textured Merlot. It's muscular in style, but hints of minerality and bright acidity add elegance and balance.",,16,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Six Mile Creek 2010 Merlot (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-mile-creek-2010-merlot-finger-lakes/,Merlot,2010,Six Mile Creek 13,Red,Italy,This riserva offers tart flavors of cherry and pomegranate backed by crisp acidity and berry freshness. The wine is tight and slightly nervous with medium build and length.,Riserva,20,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Poggio ai Mandorli 2007 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-ai-mandorli-2007-riserva-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2007,Poggio ai Mandorli 14,Red,Spain,"Fresh raspberry and mild Hungarian oak aromas get his racy Tempranillo going in the right direction. The palate is clean and neither heavy nor sticky, with vanilla, wood resin, dry spice and berry flavors. Overall it's juicy, fresh and perky. Drink now through 2018.",,18,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sancho Barón 2009 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sancho-baron-2009-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Sancho Barón 13,Red,Spain,"Big fruit and substantive earthy notes give this young Ribera a nice start. In the mouth, it's a bouncy wine with freshness and controlled tannins. Boysenberry, blueberry and chocolate flavors are backed by rubbery grip on the finish.",Tinto Joven,14,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Roquesán 2011 Tinto Joven (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roquesan-2011-tinto-joven-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2011,Roquesán 13.2,Red,US,"Much of the Malbec coming out of Washington starts at nearly twice this price, making this wine from Waterbrook a good opportunity to see what the fuss is about without breaking the bank. This bottle hits the grape's high notes with abundant aromas and flavors of white pepper, plum and herbs accented by soft tannins.",,12,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2011 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2011-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2011,Waterbrook 14.3,Red,US,"Bold and intense on the nose, this blend of 41% Merlot, 26% Cabernet Franc, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Petit Verdot offers aromas of kirsch, blueberry and blackberry, plus accents of pastry dough, tobacco and brown spice. A spiced-plum note and succulent acids surface on the midplate, and drive the lengthy finish.",,30,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Rappahannock Cellars 2010 Meritage (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rappahannock-cellars-2010-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-virginia/,Meritage,2010,Rappahannock Cellars 13.9,Red,US,"Shows the dryness and tart acidity of a nice Sangiovese, with sour cherry candy flavors and firm, slightly astringent tannins. It's also a bit rustic. Try as a racy, earthy companion to beef or veal dishes, or tomato-based chicken casseroles.",,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Morovino 2010 Sangiovese (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morovino-2010-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sangiovese,2010,Morovino 13.7,Red,US,"Dark floral and blackberry notes are flecked with hints of granite and brine on this robust Bordeaux-style blend. The palate is voluptuously supple with soft, chalky tannins.",Lot #3,24,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery 2010 Lot #3 Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-2010-lot-3-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Peconic Bay Winery 13.5,White,US,"What a great price for a Chardonnay this balanced and savory. It's bright in acidity, with keen flavors of limes, oranges, tropical fruits and vanilla, and just a touch of buttered toast. Easy to find, with a production of 6,000 cases.",,10,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Line 39 2011 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/line-39-2011-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Line 39 14.7,Red,US,"Lots of blackberry, currant, beef jerky and sandalwood flavors in this dry but luscious Cab. It's brisk in tannins, and made in a drink-me-now style. Give it an hour in the decanter and enjoy.",,28,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Meadowcroft 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meadowcroft-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Meadowcroft 14.8,Red,Spain,"Toasty oak aromas hit hard off the bat, while the olfactory backing includes raspberry and cherry scents. The mouth is zesty and crisp, with sizzling acidity that creates a gritty flavor profile of red plum and currant. The finish is dry and tight, with pomegranate redness and cleansing, raw acidity.",,85,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,O. Fournier 2007 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2007-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2007,O. Fournier 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Opaque in color, this Bonarda is a concentrated bruiser with chocolate and berry aromas guiding a thick, jammy bouquet. The palate is ripe, cushioned and compact, while flavors of grapy black fruits and herbs lead to a jammy finish that carries an animal fur quality.",The Soul of Argentina Reserve,18,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nuna 2011 The Soul of Argentina Reserve Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nuna-2011-soul-argentina-reserve-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2011,Nuna 13.9,Red,US,"Amid the fruity, dried plum softness and marked acidity in this wine, there's a pronounced note of coconut and marshmallow aromatically and on the finish. A sliver of herb carries from start to finish.",Aguirre Vineyard,40,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Nottingham Cellars 2010 Aguirre Vineyard Malbec (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nottingham-cellars-2010-aguirre-vineyard-malbec-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Malbec,2010,Nottingham Cellars 15.7,Red,US,"Dark purple on the pour, this is a big, rich, Shiraz-style Syrah, dense in blackberries, black currants, grilled bacon on oak. It's tannic and dry, yet ripe with fruit. Very high alcohol gives it some heat that calls for barbecue.",,24,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Moonstone 2010 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moonstone-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2010,Moonstone 15.2,Red,US,"One of the betters Cabs from Temecula Valley, this one's invitingly rich and full, with pleasant layers of cola-like spice and dark plum, its tannins tamed and round.",,32,87,California,South Coast,Temecula Valley,Monte De Oro 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Temecula Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-oro-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-south-coast-temecula-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Monte De Oro 13,Red,US,"A bitter char tone hits the senses first, followed by intense turmeric, mocha, plum and blackberry aromas. Medium- to full-bodied, this packs chunky tannins and balanced acids, and the lingering finish replays the turmeric and berry notes.",Le Renard Rouge,34,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Fox Meadow 2010 Le Renard Rouge Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-meadow-2010-le-renard-rouge-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Fox Meadow 14.4,Red,US,"Rich in tannins, with a gritty mouthfeel, the ripeness of this wine's Bordeaux grape varieties gives it an instant likeability. Blended from Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, it's ripe in cherries and red currants. Drink soon.",revelator,25,87,California,California Other,California,Folkway 2010 revelator Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folkway-2010-revelator-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,Folkway 13.7,Red,US,"Big, rich, thickly textured and oaky. The blackberry, cherry and mocha flavors finish in a swirl of tannis. Delicious, if a little aggressive. Decant it for a few hours before serving.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Folkway 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard Merlot (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folkway-2009-bien-nacido-vineyard-merlot-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Merlot,2009,Folkway 13,Red,Italy,Heba is a straightforward and balanced Morellino (Sangiovese with tiny percentages of other grapes) that shows bright cherry and blackberry backed by a simple tone of toasted almond. Pair it with spaghetti and red sauce.,Heba,20,87,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Fattoria di Magliano 2010 Heba (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-magliano-2010-heba-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2010,Fattoria di Magliano ,Red,France,"A dry, very firm wine, currently dominated by hard tannins. Woody flavors and a dense texture are present characteristics, with the fruit less in evidence. It could soften, because there is a hint of juiciness at the end.",,14,87,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Maison Neuve 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-maison-neuve-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Maison Neuve 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Big, bold aromas of black fruits, dried cheese and vanilla signal a well-oaked, ripe wine. The palate feels good but buttery, and the flavor profile is equally divided between blackberry, vanilla and licorice. With airing, this turns more herbal.",Perlita,13,87,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,DiamAndes 2011 Perlita Malbec-Syrah (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamandes-2011-perlita-red-blend-malbec-syrah-uco-valley/,Malbec-Syrah,2011,DiamAndes 13.1,Rose,US,"A little dark and heavy for a rosé, with jammy flavors of raspberries, vanilla and brown sugar. It sure is tasty, however, especially with prosciutto, melons and figs.",Gioia Rosato d',24,87,California,California Other,California,Castello di Amorosa 2011 Gioia Rosato d' Sangiovese (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-amorosa-2011-gioia-rosato-d-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,2011,Castello di Amorosa 14.2,Red,US,"Lots of rich cherry jam, cola, cranberry and mushroom flavors in this dry, tart Pinot Noir. It's a bit brusque in texture, but the spiciness gives it a savory finish. Drink now.",Estate,55,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Boekenoogen 2010 Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boekenoogen-2010-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2010,Boekenoogen 13.5,Red,Spain,"Briary plum and berry aromas come with a touch of cola, while the palate is full of fresh berry flavors, floral leanings and ripeness. This is fresh, fruity and fun to drink; think Beaujolais and give it a mild chill before pouring.",Third Generation Dama de Toro,11,87,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Fariña 2011 Third Generation Dama de Toro (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-farina-2011-third-generation-dama-toro-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,2011,Bodegas Fariña 14.5,Red,Spain,"Aromas of baked earth blend with sassy, almost prickly cherry and leather notes in front of what amounts to a dense, slightly gummy feeling palate. Flavors of plum and berry are medicinal, while the ripe finish shows power, a chewy texture and mild heat.",Third Generation 70th Anniversary,24,87,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Fariña 2009 Third Generation 70th Anniversary (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-farina-2009-third-generation-70th-anniversary-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas Fariña ,Red,US,"Quite dark in color for an unblended Grenache, this wine is full of plum and ripe raspberries with the tartness of the 2010 vintage on display. The oak—half new French—plays a bit too prominently in the show on this otherwise enjoyable wine.",Alder Ridge Vineyard,40,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Apex 2010 Alder Ridge Vineyard Grenache (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-2010-alder-ridge-vineyard-grenache-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Grenache,2010,Apex 14,Red,Spain,"You won't find many $7 wines better than this Garnacha. The bouquet of fresh berries is like a bowl of black fruit. The palate is lively and a touch creamy, with medicinal, candied flavors of plum and cherry. This wine, like most Borsao reds, delivers above its price point.",Viña Borgia,7,87,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2011 Viña Borgia Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2011-vina-borgia-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2011,Borsao 14,Red,US,"A satisfying and rustic red blend of mostly Rhône grape varieties with 15% Zinfandel thrown in for good measure. While tannic and dry, youthful blueberry and boysenberry flavors pop out on the palate followed by earth and leather.",Farmstead,20,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Horse & Plow 2011 Farmstead Red (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horse-plow-2011-farmstead-red-north-coast/,Red Blend,2011,Horse & Plow 13,Red,US,"Fresh, green herbs mingle with notes of lavender and violet on this refreshingly crisp Reserve Cabernet Franc. The palate boasts penetrating sour cherry flavors framed with soft, mouthfilling tannins.",Reserve,40,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2010 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2010-reserve-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Heron Hill 13.5,White,US,"Half Viognier and half Roussanne, this is indeed vivacious. Tart and peppery, it marries an herbal component to bright apple and citrus notes, with a hint of orange rind.",Vivacious White,17,87,Idaho,,,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 2011 Vivacious White Viognier-Roussanne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3-horse-ranch-2011-vivacious-white-rhone-style-white-blend-viognier-roussanne-snake-river-valley/,Viognier-Roussanne,2011,3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 13.4,Dessert,US,"A botrytis-blessed Riesling with 10.2 residual sugar, this dessert wine is decadent in stone fruit and sweet honey, with balanced acidity and a long finish.",Late Harvest,24,87,California,Mendocino County,Potter Valley,McFadden 2011 Late Harvest Riesling (Potter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcfadden-2011-late-harvest-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-potter-valley/,Riesling,2011,McFadden 13.8,Red,Argentina,"After rubbery, dark-fruit aromas set things up, the palate feels racy and forward, with dark berry, spice and peppery flavors. It feels solid on the finish, while the fruit character holds on for a good while. Readily available, with 300,000 cases made.",Sustainably Farmed Estate Grown and Bottled,12,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2012 Sustainably Farmed Estate Grown and Bottled Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2012-sustainably-farmed-estate-grown-bottled-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2012,Zolo 14.6,Red,US,"This is a soft, gentle Syrah for drinking now. It's rich in black cherry, red currant, cola, bacon and spice flavors, wrapped into firm but soft tannins.",Hoppe Kelly Vineyard,32,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Von Holt 2010 Hoppe Kelly Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-holt-2010-hoppe-kelly-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2010,Von Holt ,Red,France,"The second wine of Château Potensac, La Chapelle is rich and smooth, the tannins a secondary consideration to the ripe Merlot fruits. Already well integrated, this is for medium-term aging.",La Chapelle de Potensac,,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Potensac 2010 La Chapelle de Potensac (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potensac-2010-chapelle-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Potensac ,Red,France,"Obviously wood aged, the wine is rich and spicy, with bold fruits and rounded tannins. This is full of modern, smooth fruit flavors and will age relatively quickly.",Nathan,,87,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château des Matards 2010 Nathan (Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-matards-2010-nathan-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château des Matards ,Red,France,"The high percentage (25%) of Cabernet Franc in the blend gives this smooth wine a fragrant character. Ripe and accessible, with soft tannins and sweet blackberry fruits.",,,87,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Laville 2009 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laville-2009-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Laville 13.5,Red,Spain,"This wine has authenticity. It doesn't push too hard while delivering punchbowl and spice aromas in front of a layered, nicely flowing palate with roasted, smoky flavors of bold berry and savory oak. It is what it is: honest and well made.",Viña Cuesta Colorá,12,87,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Parra Family 2010 Viña Cuesta Colorá Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parra-family-2010-vina-cuesta-colora-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2010,Parra Family 14.5,Red,US,"A nice, brisk Pinot Noir to drink now. Shows red currant, cola, crispy bacon and spice flavors wrapped up with smooth tannins and finished with spicy oak.",Estate,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Pence 2010 Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pence-ranch-2010-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Pence 13.9,Red,US,"This Pinot Noir is dry with brisk acidity typical to the Sonoma Coast, with well-developed flavors of sour cherry candy and cranberry. Hints of oak and toast add complexity. Drink now.",,34,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Meadowcroft 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meadowcroft-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Meadowcroft 14.6,Red,US,"There's lots of smoothness to this Cabernet. It's at its best now, showing delicious layers of black currants, anise and sandalwood, wrapped into firm but supple tannins. Gets an extra point for fanciness.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Owl Ridge 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owl-ridge-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Owl Ridge 14,Red,South Africa,"Herbal accents of bramble and forest floor mix with the dark fruit center of this wine. Medium acidity, firm yet fine tannins and a concentrated fruit palate provide a full structure that's also balanced and enjoyable now.",,19,87,Stellenbosch,,,Neil Ellis 2009 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2009-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2009,Neil Ellis 13.5,White,Spain,"This is unusual in that it's heavily oaked, as evidenced by aromas of varnish, hard spice and resin. The mouthfeel is fresh on top of resiny, while flavors of dry oak, spice and mild apple and citrus operate in the background. While this wine has depth of body and acidic lift, it's dominated by the barrel.",Le Domaine Blanco de Guarda,40,87,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Abadia Retuerta 2011 Le Domaine Blanco de Guarda White (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-2011-le-domaine-blanco-guarda-white-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,White Blend,2011,Abadia Retuerta 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Straightforward apple and spice aromas draw you in. The palate on this value-priced brut Cava is fresh and focused, with mango, citrus, spice and dried herb flavors. It finishes fresh, with a touch of quince and apple flavor. Good for the price.",Gran Brut,11,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Bach NV Gran Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bach-nv-gran-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Bach 13,Red,US,"There's an abundance of crisp black cherry and cassis flavors in this Cabernet Sauvignon, but hints of green leaves and wet soil lend a dark, elegant tone. Quite supple and full on the palate, it finishes long with staunch, grippy tannins.",,25,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Atwater 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atwater-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Atwater 14.2,White,US,"Oak dominates this wine, with buttered toast and caramel flavors riding high over orange, green apple and mango notes. The acidity is mouthwatering, adding vibrance to sheer California power.",Reserve,35,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2011 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2011-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Kunde 14.2,Red,US,"Shows the classic Kunde signature of pure, intense Merlot, at a good price. Soft and ripe with cherries, licorice and mocha, it's a gentle, easy wine to drink now.",Estate,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2010 Estate Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2010-estate-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2010,Kunde 13,White,Spain,"Peach and mango aromas are offset by a spot of minerality, while the palate is fresh and mellow in feel, with a mix of tropical fruit flavors, punchy citrus and bitter grapefruit pith. It finishes solid but regular, with a final blast of tropical sweetness.",Joven,15,87,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Gotín del Risc 2011 Joven Godello (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gotin-risc-2011-joven-spanish-white-godello-bierzo/,Godello,2011,Gotín del Risc 15.2,White,US,"A little on the candied side, with pineapple and lemon-tart flavors accented with buttered toast notes from oak. The acidity is excellent.",Estate,24,87,California,Napa,Calistoga,Kenefick Ranch 2011 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenefick-ranch-2011-estate-sauvignon-blanc-napa-calistoga/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Kenefick Ranch 13.5,Red,Spain,"Lively cherry and berry aromas come with a touch of prickle and snap. The palate has a wiry, energetic feel, and the flavors of berry and cherry satisfy and come with aftertastes of molasses and baked sweetness.",,14,87,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Lelia 2011 Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lelia-2011-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2011,Lelia 14.1,White,US,"An easy Chardonnay to drink now, with toasty oak, butter, tangerine, apricot and yeasty flavors. Shows brilliant acidity, which gives it a clean bite.",Estate,25,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 2011 Estate Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuhlmuller-2011-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"A blast of ripe cherries, chocolate, brown sugar, roasted coconut and almond flavors, Merlot hardly gets richer than this. Drink now.",Reserve Selection,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2009 Reserve Selection Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2009-reserve-selection-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,Raymond 15,Red,US,"Soft, velvety and fruity, with chocolate, black raspberry, currant and oak flavors this blend is spiced up with white pepper and cinnamon notes. Drink this hearty wine with stews, barbecue or pasta.",Red Wine,25,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Star Angel by Montes 2008 Red Wine Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/star-angel-by-montes-2008-red-wine-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Star Angel by Montes 14,Red,South Africa,"A gamy accent adds depth to the blackberry-driven bouquet of this wine. Additional hints of curing spice, pepper, licorice root and charred cedar unfold on the palate and linger through to the medium-length close. It's firmly structured yet balanced, with medium acidity and gripping tannins.",,12,87,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 2009 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2009-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2009,Simonsig 14,Red,Spain,"This opens with barnyard, rubber, oaky vanilla and black-fruit aromas. The palate is solid in feel, with acidity sitting front and center. Flavors of oak and vanilla lead to raspberry and plum notes, and there's a salty element to the medium-length finish.",Crianza,18,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2008 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2008-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Sierra Cantabria 13,Red,US,"A food-friendly Franc with notes of herbs, flowers, cherries, and light oak accents. Its cranberry-like tartness is matched by firm tannins. Give this wine a spot at the dinner table to see it at its best.",Ascent,24,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Cloudlift Cellars 2010 Ascent Cabernet Franc (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloudlift-cellars-2010-ascent-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Cloudlift Cellars 12.4,Sparkling,US,"Pinot Noir dominates this bubbly, giving it strawberry, raspberry and honey flavors. Alongside the yeast and toasty notes, it's crisp and clean in acidity. The bubbles are a little aggressive and lacking finesse, but it's a fine sparkler to drink now.",Solomon Hills Vineyard Rosé,34,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Goat Bubbles 2010 Solomon Hills Vineyard Rosé Sparkling (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goat-bubbles-2010-solomon-hills-vineyard-rose-sparkling-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2010,Goat Bubbles ,Red,US,"An interesting Grenache, soft and complex. There's a red cherry candy and brown sugar flavor, spiced with cinnamon, vanilla and toast. The tannin-acid balance is just fine.",Camp 4 Vineyard,38,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Frequency 2011 Camp 4 Vineyard Grenache (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frequency-2011-camp-4-vineyard-grenache-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache,2011,Frequency 14,Red,South Africa,"This Pinotage shows great balance and restraint, with almost Pinot-Noir-like characteristics of forest floor, earthy mushroom and tree-bark spice alongside the cherry and plum fruit core. It's elegant and approachable now, with a silky texture and fine, fleeting tannins.",Greywacke,21,87,Franschhoek,,,Chamonix 2009 Greywacke Pinotage (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chamonix-2009-greywacke-pinotage-franschhoek/,Pinotage,2009,Chamonix 14.6,White,US,"Lots of toasty new oak on this potent California Chardonnay. Malolactic fermentation and sur lees aging give it a buttered popcorn creaminess, while the underlying fruit is vibrant in acidity, suggesting candied apricots and tangerines.",,30,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Center of Effort 2010 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/center-effort-2010-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Center of Effort 13,White,South Africa,"A delicate feline note accents the fresh herb, green gooseberry and lemon-rind aromas of this wine. The mouthfeel starts off round, but is quickly lifted by medium acidity to produce a brisk palate with flavors of lemon and tart green berries. The finish is lifted and somewhat sharp, but clean and refreshing.",,16,87,Elgin,,,Catherine Marshall 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catherine-marshall-2011-sauvignon-blanc-elgin/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Catherine Marshall 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Mild herbal, spice, red plum and red bell pepper scents are what you'll find on the bouquet of this Malbec-Syrah blend. The palate is round, with good acidity maintaining balance. Berry flavors are tasty but generic, and there's no shortage of oak and vanilla on the lasting finish.",,11,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tilia 2011 Malbec-Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tilia-2011-red-blend-malbec-syrah-mendoza/,Malbec-Syrah,2011,Tilia 13.5,Red,US,"Much improved over past vintages now that the winery is sourcing from the Carneros district. This wine is dry, silky and easy to like, with sour cherry candy, cranberry and white pepper flavors that finish with spicy oak. Earns an extra point for delicacy.",,22,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Thomas Henry 2011 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-henry-2011-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2011,Thomas Henry 13.6,White,US,This is Chardonnay at its buttery best with notes of toffee and sweet spices to complement the palate's broad feel and generous tropical fruit flavors. A touch of Viognier provides a nice floral lift.,,12,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2011 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2011-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Waterbrook 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Cinnamon, vanilla and toasted-oak notes accent the black cherry, raspberry and boysenberry fruit core of this accessible wine. Ripe, mouthfilling black-fruit flavors carry through to the medium-length close. Drink now.",Vintage Selection,21,87,Stellenbosch,,,Spier 2011 Vintage Selection Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spier-2011-vintage-selection-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2011,Spier 13,White,US,"This is an aromatic offering of Pinot Grigio with generous notes of freshly cut red and green apple along with pear. Medium bodied, it drinks just a touch off dry with mouthwatering acidity and a real sense of freshness.",,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sockeye 2011 Pinot Grigio (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sockeye-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Sockeye 14.3,Red,US,"This Malbec is jammy with candied cherry and raspberry, vanilla and toast flavors. Earns extra points for rich tannins. Ready to drink now.",Block 35,35,87,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Windsor Oaks 2008 Block 35 Malbec (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-oaks-2008-block-35-malbec-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Malbec,2008,Windsor Oaks 14.5,Red,US,"A good, dry Zinfandel whose youthfulness shows in fresh flavors of wild berries and brisk, citrusy acidity. Notes of black pepper, leather, orange zest and anise provide a lusty complexity. Drink over the next two years.",,28,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Meadowcroft 2010 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meadowcroft-2010-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Meadowcroft 14.3,White,US,"There are tons of ripe tangerine, apricot and lime flavors in this flashy Chardonnay. It's rich in vanilla and buttered, toasty oak, with brisk acidity. Easy to drink now.",Estate Reserve,40,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 2010 Estate Reserve Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuhlmuller-2010-estate-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"Made from Grenache, Syrah and Tempranillo, this wine scores high on the ripeness scale with jammy raspberry and cherry flavors accented with vanilla and sweet bacon. Ready to drink now with umami-based fare like sausage, bacon or ham.",Rising Tempo,38,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,LXV 2010 Rising Tempo Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lxv-2010-rising-tempo-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,LXV 14.7,White,US,"Rich in oak barrel and caramel vanilla, this presents plenty of pear and lemon, even lemon meringue flavors. Ample acidity adds brightness, making this a good match for mussels or roast chicken.",,25,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Orfila 2011 Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Orfila 14.2,Red,US,"Nottingham Cellars' blend of Petite Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Syrah, all from the 2009, 2010 and 2011 vintages, is an interesting experiment in blending and makes for a fine, earthy, brooding wine. With so much chewy cranberry-dominated flavor, this is a good food wine, especially for early spring fare.",AlphaRed Lot III,24,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Nottingham Cellars NV AlphaRed Lot III Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nottingham-cellars-nv-alphared-lot-iii-central-coast/,Red Blend,,Nottingham Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"A soft, concentrated Merlot with plenty of tannic structure and density. Expansive in blackberry and plum fruit, there's a trace of herb in the mix before the wine finishes on a vanilla and caramel note.",Triska Crane Ridge,40,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Nottingham Cellars 2010 Triska Crane Ridge Merlot (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nottingham-cellars-2010-triska-crane-ridge-merlot-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Merlot,2010,Nottingham Cellars 14,Red,Spain,"The nose here is a bit herbal, with a suggestion of eucalyptus along with blackberry and plum. The mouthfeel on this wine is clampy but solid, while the flavors of herbal, roasted berry fruits and moss lead into a mildly herbal and earthy finish. There's a lot of olive-like character to this wine.",Reserva,40,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Valpiedra 2007 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-valpiedra-2007-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Finca Valpiedra 14.9,Red,US,"A blend of half Cabernet Franc, a quarter Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest Merlot, Remenance has great aromas of baking spices and dried cherries and is satisfyingly full bodied, herbal and leathery.",Remenance,32,87,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Clarksburg Wine Company 2010 Remenance Red (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarksburg-wine-company-2010-remenance-red-central-valley-clarksburg/,Red Blend,2010,Clarksburg Wine Company 12.2,Sparkling,US,"A rich, fruity bubbly for drinking now. It's a little coarse and scoury, but delicious, with candied lime, strawberry and vanilla flavors.",Blanc de Noirs,22,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer NV Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-blanc-de-noirs-sparkling-carneros-168289/,Sparkling Blend,,Gloria Ferrer 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This Syrah smells meaty and roasted, with savory spice aromas and plenty of black fruit on the nose. It's chewy and creamy feeling, with blueberry and blackberry flavors in front of a short finish that's abrupt but clean.",Zagal,14,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Hacienda del Plata 2010 Zagal Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hacienda-plata-2010-zagal-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2010,Hacienda del Plata 12,Sparkling,France,"An apple-fresh Champagne, this is fruity while also having a tangy, mineral character. It has a soft texture, showing white currants and citrus freshness to finish.",Brut,35,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Guyot Choppin NV Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guyot-choppin-nv-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Guyot Choppin 13.5,White,South Africa,"Soft hints of talc and fresh hay accent the orange and lime core of this wine. Lightweight with medium-high acidity, fresh kiwi and white-melon rind flavors linger on the clean close. Drink now.",,20,87,Constantia,,,Groot Constantia 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Constantia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groot-constantia-2011-sauvignon-blanc-constantia/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Groot Constantia 14.5,Red,US,"Give this wine credit for dryness, crisp acidity and intensity. It's rich and strong in sour black cherry candy, cola, bitter dark chocolate and herb flavors. It's also very tannic, so much so that it's practically undrinkable now. Give it 4–5 years in the bottle, decant, and drink with beef or lamb.",Estate Grown,42,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2008 Estate Grown Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2008-estate-grown-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Grgich Hills 14.2,Red,US,"It's all about flashy fruit in this ripe Pinot Noir. Enormously concentrated with raspberry, date and cherry flavors and hints of spicy bacon and raisins.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,38,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Gregory Graham 2009 Sangiacomo Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gregory-graham-2009-sangiacomo-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Gregory Graham 13.5,Red,US,"All three grape varieties in this blend offer their own special contribution. The result is balance—a dry, smoothly tannic wine with lots of upfront berry, spice, leather and sandalwood notes.",Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Zinfandel-Syrah,36,87,California,California Other,California,Herzog 2010 Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Zinfandel-Syrah Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herzog-2010-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-zinfandel-syrah-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,Herzog 11.5,White,US,"Curious tones of red berry and grapefruit mark this intensely fruit-forward, semi-sweet Riesling. It's concentrated on the palate, but balanced with hints of smoky minerality and delicate dried herb notes.",Semi-Sweet,14,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2011 Semi-Sweet Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2011-semi-sweet-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2011,Heron Hill 16.3,Red,US,"The alcohol on this Zin is enormous, giving it a Port-style headiness. But it sure is delicious, offering tiers of black currants, chocolate, sweet licorice and cedar. Defines this robust style of California Zin in a rich, barbecue-friendly way.",Emilio,29,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,De Paola Vineyard 2008 Emilio Zinfandel (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paola-vineyard-2008-emilio-zinfandel-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,De Paola Vineyard 15.5,Red,US,"A very rich, elaborate Zinfandel, stuffed with briary wild berry, currant and spice flavors, with a complex edge of smoked meat. It's tannic, dry and high in alcohol, which gives it a warm headiness. Drink now.",Von Weidlich Vineyard,32,87,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,De Loach 2010 Von Weidlich Vineyard Zinfandel (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2010-von-weidlich-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-green-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,De Loach 14,Red,France,"A light and fragrant wine with fresh acidity. There's an attractive blackberry character that's already appealing, with just a touch of structure to hold it together.",,,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Simard 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-simard-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Simard 14,Red,Italy,"Castello di Monastero is a subbrand of Italy's Lionello Marchesi. This easy and fresh Chianti Classico opens with bright berry tones of dried raspberry and cassis backed by pressed blue flower and wet, earthy tones. Pair this crisp red wine with chicken in cream sauce.",,,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Monastero 2008 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monastero-2008-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Castello di Monastero 14,Red,Spain,"Roasted, toasty aromas are the greeting on this Tempranillo-based blend (20% Cabernet). It's a fresh yet oaky type of Rioja, with resiny creaminess cut by lively acidity. Flavors of vanilla, plum, raspberry and tobacco are traditional, while the finish is mild, crisp and snappy. Hold until 2014 and drink through 2019.",Finca Monasterio,55,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baron De Ley 2009 Finca Monasterio (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-ley-2009-finca-monasterio-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-rioja/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Baron De Ley 14.5,Red,US,"Easy to like for its incredibly rich flavors of blackberry jam and cola. The tannins are front and center, yet they're ripe and soft. Meanwhile, oak barrel aging brings a succulent jacket of toast. Doesn't taste like your typically ageable Mount Veeder wine, but it sure is delicious now.",Alden Perry Reserve,65,89,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Yates Family Vineyard 2009 Alden Perry Reserve Red (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yates-family-vineyard-2009-alden-perry-reserve-red-napa-mount-veeder/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Yates Family Vineyard 14.5,Red,Italy,"Dark fruit, prune, cured meat, tobacco and leather are followed by accents of strawberry or blackberry jelly. There's a ripe quality to the fruit here that is followed by spicy oak and thick concentration. The presentation is easy and soft.",,45,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Terre Nere di Campigli - Vallone 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-nere-campigli-vallone-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Terre Nere di Campigli - Vallone 13.5,Red,US,"This wine is dark, rich and delicious, if a little tannic. Waves of blackberries, currants, anise and dark chocolate lead to a dry but voluptuous finish. Good value in a full-bodied red.",,12,89,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Smashberry 2011 Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smashberry-2011-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,2011,Smashberry 15,Red,South Africa,"This is a decadent and plush wine, with ripe-fruit notes of brambly raspberry and blueberry accented by hints of pepper, vanilla and sweet spice. A streak of juicy acidity lifts the palate, and soft tannins allow for easy drinking now.",Number One Constitution Road,30,89,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2009 Number One Constitution Road Shiraz (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2009-number-one-constitution-road-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-robertson/,Shiraz,2009,Robertson Winery 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Brunello shows an austere and sophisticated side with dusty tertiary aromas of leather, old spice, pressed rose and dried berry fruit like currants or cranberries. There's a bit of snap or bite to the mouthfeel with lingering tones of cola, citrus and ginger.",,39,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Filippo di Giannelli 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-filippo-giannelli-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,San Filippo di Giannelli ,Sparkling,France,"This is very crisp, touched by red berry fruits but more dominated by tight, structured tannins. There's a balanced mix of acidity, texture and a hint of wood flavor, giving the Champagne a very wine-like feel.",Rosé Zéro Extra Brut,,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Tarlant NV Rosé Zéro Extra Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarlant-nv-rose-zero-extra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Tarlant 14.5,Red,Italy,"This playful and easy-going Brunello shows ripe fruit and a darkly concentrated appearance with lingering tones of tobacco, dark chocolate and prune. In the mouth, however, it shows a lighter and leaner side than you would expect.",,74,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Carlo 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-carlo-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,San Carlo ,Red,Italy,"Sugarille (by Angelo Gaja) is among the top-scoring wines in Montalcino but this edition is weighed down by biting acidity that is characteristic of the 2008 vintage. Modern aromas of black cherry, chocolate and tobacco deliver intensity and power. But the freshness feels sharp and raw at the back of the mouth. Give this wine a few more years to evolve.",Sugarille,190,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pieve Santa Restituta 2008 Sugarille (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieve-santa-restituta-2008-sugarille-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Pieve Santa Restituta 14.5,Red,Spain,"The nose on this wine is condensed and tight, with snappy berry aromas that come across fresh. The palate feel is lively and juicy, while flavors of plum, berry and tobacco are honest and appealing. Straightforward and convincing as a whole, with a solid structure. Drink now through 2017.",Hacienda de Susar,35,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de la Concordia 2007 Hacienda de Susar (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-concordia-2007-hacienda-susar-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2007,Marqués de la Concordia 14.5,Red,Italy,"Oak-driven tones of toasted spice, pipe tobacco and bitter chocolate are followed by balsam tones of licorice, cola and dried ginger. There's a touch of fruity richness followed by crisp acidity and forest berry.",,74,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Lisini 2008 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lisini-2008-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2008,Lisini 14.6,Red,US,"A rich, concentrated Livermore Valley Bordeaux blend, comprised of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon and lesser percentages of Petit Verdot, Merlot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc. This vintage of Supremacy has a big presence, smelling of earth and cinnamon, a layering of blackberry and chocolate lingering in the background. A wine with great texture and mellowing tannins ready to drink now or in 5–7 years.",Supremacy,48,89,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Nottingham Cellars 2009 Supremacy Red (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nottingham-cellars-2009-supremacy-red-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Nottingham Cellars 14,Red,Italy,"This garnet colored Brunello opens with a tiny hint of bruised apple skin that gives the bouquet sudden lift or immediacy. Cherry fruit, leather and tobacco are backed by licorice and cola. In the mouth, the wine is toned with textured tannins.",Riserva,52,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria La Lecciaia 2007 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-lecciaia-2007-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Fattoria La Lecciaia 13.5,Red,US,"Good price for a Cabernet this elegant and classy. It's not an something for the cellar, but offers everything it has now, with ripe blackberry, black currant and cedar flavors that are wrapped into sturdy, smooth tannins.",,28,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Franciscan 14.2,Red,US,"This Livermore Valley Merlot has a smooth, seductive aroma of cinnamon spice and clove upon opening, followed by rich notes of dark velvety plum. Long on the finish, it's a classically mannered California Merlot ready for the dinner table or to sip on its own.",,25,89,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Cuda Ridge Wines 2010 Merlot (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuda-ridge-wines-2010-merlot-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Merlot,2010,Cuda Ridge Wines ,Red,France,"Rich, concentrated and fruity, this wine is ripe and full of blackberry fruits with hints of strawberry. Its tannins are a soft, round envelope for the fruit. Expect this wine to age relatively quickly over the next three years.",,10,89,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Trousse 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trousse-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Trousse ,Red,France,"A ripe wine, its tannins cushioned by the full fruit flavors. There are licorice and dark chocolate notes along with flavorful plum skins. It has weight and structure as well and should age over the medium-term.",,,89,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Marsan 2010 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marsan-2010-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Marsan ,Red,France,"At the start, this is a firmly extracted wine that then reveals ripe fruit flavors and attractive acidity. There's some weight here, along with a good depth of rich flavors. Age for 2–3 years.",La Rose Bourbon,10,89,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Bourbon 2010 La Rose Bourbon (Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bourbon-2010-rose-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Bourbon 13.5,Red,Spain,"This Tempranillo-Cabernet blend begins with scratchy, earthy aromas of moss, leather and herbal red fruits. It's alert and lively in the mouth, with strawberry, plum, raspberry and citrusy flavors. The finish hollows out and shows good length and a light structure.",Finca Rableros,15,86,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Bodega Otto Bestué 2009 Finca Rableros Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-otto-bestue-2009-finca-rableros-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-somontano/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Bodega Otto Bestué ,Red,Argentina,"Dark berry aromas appear alongside a strong whiff of mint and grass. The palate feels narrow and tannic, with little in the middle, while flavors of earthy berry vie for attention with seemingly out of place citric flavors.",Reserva,16,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2011 Reserva Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2011-reserva-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2011,Nieto Senetiner ,Red,France,"A hard-edged wine, all bitter tannin and dark extraction. It's hard to tell whether the fruit, if any, will struggle through.",,25,84,Bordeaux,Francs Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Marsau 2010 Francs Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marsau-2010-red-francs-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Marsau ,Red,France,"The wine is ripe, yet with a line of green acidity and touches of bell pepper.",B de Biac,42,84,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château du Biac 2010 B de Biac (Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-du-biac-2010-b-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château du Biac 13.5,Red,US,"A little sharp and simple, but for the price, this everyday Cab gets the job done. It's dry and tannic, with good blackberry fruit.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Bogle 13,White,Argentina,"This Chardonnay is slightly metallic and briny on the bouquet. It feels plump and chunky, with citrus and pineapple flavors coming in front of a quiet finish.",Organica Made with Organic Grapes,11,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2012 Organica Made with Organic Grapes Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2012-organica-made-with-organic-grapes-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2012,Santa Julia 13,Red,US,"Lots of fresh, fruity flavors of raspberries and cherries in this straightforward, dry wine. While it's pretty simple, it has good acidity and is a good example of Pinot Noir for this price.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,31st State 2011 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/31st-state-2011-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,31st State 14.5,Red,Spain,"This wine is raisiny on the front end, heavy and prune-driven in the middle, and even more raisiny on the finish. Overripe in style with 60% Garnacha and 40% Tempranillo.",Propiedad,45,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Palacios Remondo 2008 Propiedad (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palacios-remondo-2008-propiedad-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2008,Palacios Remondo 15.9,Red,US,"There may be an interesting wine lurking in the dark shadows here, but the oak and alcohol are overpowering in ways that mask the plummy cinnamon within.",Estate,30,82,California,South Coast,,Orfila 2010 Estate Sangiovese,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-2010-estate-sangiovese-south-coast-san-pasqual/,Sangiovese,2010,Orfila 13.5,Red,US,A Cabernet Sauvignon marked by an overpowering aroma and taste of bell pepper and herbs.,,18,81,California,North Coast,North Coast,Clos du Bois 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Clos du Bois 14.5,Red,Italy,"Bold and complex, this Syrah opens with intense, superrich notes of chocolate fudge, maraschino cherry, tobacco, sweet spice and rum cake. Smooth, elegant and persistent, this amazing expression boasts ripe fruit tannins. Drink after 2016.",Scrio,160,97,Tuscany,Toscana,,Le Macchiole 2009 Scrio Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-macchiole-2009-scrio-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2009,Le Macchiole ,Red,France,"94–96. Barrel sample. This is a glamorous wine with acidity and structure surrounded by a ripe fruit character. The palate is powerful, and already quite complex, with both great fruitiness and a solid feel.",Barrel Sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Ducru Beaucaillou 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ducru-beaucaillou-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Ducru Beaucaillou ,Red,France,"94–96. Barrel sample. Perfumed, elegant wine with an unusually high proportion of Merlot at the expense of Cabernet. Spicy, fruit cake and dried fruits go with a stylish blackberry character. Complex and set for a long aging.",Barrel Sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Vieux Château Certan 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieux-chateau-certan-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Vieux Château Certan 14.5,Red,US,"Here's more proof that sometimes a winery's least expensive bottling can be its best. The wine is first class, from the translucent ruby color to the power and delicacy of the mouthfeel. There's something haunting and distinctly Fort Ross-ian in the wild cherry, mushroom and pine flavors that seem to echo the fog, sun and redwood forests of this remote region. Really delicious now and through 2018 or so.",Fort Ross Vineyard Sea Slopes,32,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fort Ross Winery 2010 Fort Ross Vineyard Sea Slopes Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fort-ross-2010-vineyard-sea-slopes-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Fort Ross Winery ,Red,France,"94–96. Barrel sample. A very fine, concentrated wine. Full of solid black fruits and tannins, it's seriously powerful, driven by its great fruits and intense mineral texture. For long-term aging.",Barrel Sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Vieux Château Mazerat 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieux-chateau-mazerat-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Vieux Château Mazerat 14.5,Red,Italy,"This wine bursts open with enormous aromatic intensity, and it features notes of red cherry, spice, chocolate, leather and tobacco. This Bordeaux-style blend offers richness, velvety tannins and a long finish. Hold for 10 years or more.",,175,95,Tuscany,Toscana,,Monteverro 2009 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteverro-2009-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Monteverro 13,White,Spain,"Pithy lime aromas get this fresh Chardonnay going. The palate is citrusy in feel, with a mix of lime, grapefruit and orange flavors that are limited in scope and complexity but clean.",Gran Feudo,13,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Julián Chivite 2011 Gran Feudo Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-julian-chivite-2011-gran-feudo-chardonnay-navarra/,Chardonnay,2011,Bodegas Julián Chivite 15.2,Red,US,"With this wine, Venge has taken a giant leap into the front ranks of California Syrah producers. It's made from fruit that's sourced from the great Stagecoach Vineyard, which straddles Atlas Peak—a cool mountain region. The acidity is preserved, and the concentrated fruit easily handles the 60% new French oak. Dramatic and high in alcohol, this selection is gorgeous to drink now, and it will remain fresh over the next six years.",Stagecoach Vineyard Block I-4,54,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Venge 2010 Stagecoach Vineyard Block I-4 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venge-2010-stagecoach-vineyard-block-i-4-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2010,Venge 15,Red,Italy,"This bursts open with bright, intense notes of blackberry, black cherry, moist pipe tobacco, tar, rum cake and licorice. The solid, decadent yet chewy mouthfeel as well as the impressive length make this a bottling to talk about.",Orma,85,94,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Sette Ponti 2009 Orma Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sette-ponti-2009-orma-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Tenuta Sette Ponti 13.5,Red,France,"Clos Saint-Jacques is located in the north of Gevrey-Chambertin. This is a structured, powerful wine, with plenty of firm tannins in its youth. It's full of ripe red fruit, and it needs to age for many years.",Clos Saint-Jacques Premier Cru,180,94,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Louis Jadot 2010 Clos Saint-Jacques Premier Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2010-clos-saint-jacques-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Louis Jadot 13.3,White,US,"This Viognier is easily Maison Bleue's best yet, and it sets a high standard for every Viognier in the state. It's superrich and concentrated without being fat, jammy, bitter or hot. The explosion of citrus, stone fruit and light tropical fruit flavors seems to extend indefinitely on the finish. Details of mineral, baking spice and honeysuckle add interest.",Notre Vie Arthur's Vineyard,25,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Maison Bleue 2011 Notre Vie Arthur's Vineyard Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bleue-2011-notre-vie-arthurs-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2011,Maison Bleue 13.5,White,France,"Always a splendid wine, this 2010 does not disappoint. Complex, intense and fruity, it has tangy fruit; a tight, minerally texture; and an intense, steely character. As the wine develops over many years, it will deepen and round out.",Les Folatières Premier Cru,100,94,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Louis Jadot 2010 Les Folatières Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2010-folatieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Louis Jadot 13.5,Red,France,"This is a new venture by Nicolas Potel, whose family formerly owned Domaine de la Pousse d'Or in Volnay. Made from fruit sourced from 50-year-old vines, this wine is beautifully structured, and it has firm tannins that pair with the fine swaths of juicy flavors of red and black cherries. This is meant for long-term aging.",Vieilles Vignes,82,94,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Maison Roche de Bellene 2010 Vieilles Vignes (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-bellene-2010-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2010,Maison Roche de Bellene 15,Red,US,"Powerful and decadent, this 100% Syrah has a lush palate that comes with impressive streaks of gamy meat and earth, plus a note of bright blackberry jam. The long, concentrated finish bears a touch of tar. Let this relax a few years, and it will get even better.",The Instigator,36,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Prospect 772 2010 The Instigator Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prospect-772-2010-instigator-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2010,Prospect 772 13.5,White,France,"One of the best-known Puligny premier crus, Folatières has produced a rich, opulent wine as it often does. In 2010, it feels more structured and more minerally than previous vintages. It is ripe and full bodied, and it is well suited to age for 4–5 years or more.",Les Folatières Premier Cru,130,94,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Les Folatières Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-folatieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 14.4,Red,US,"This vineyard-designated Merlot includes 11% Cabernet Sauvignon, also sourced from Klipsun. Classy from the get-go, this is limned with notes of graphite, mineral and cinnamon, with dense black-cherry and cassis flavors that anchor the core. Its excellent texture, depth, length and structure suggest that this can be cellared for a decade, at least.",Klipsun Vineyard,30,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Januik 2009 Klipsun Vineyard Merlot (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2009-klipsun-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Merlot,2009,Januik 14.8,Red,US,"Malbec has been a shining star at this winery, but this bottling is the best yet. Estate grown, big and fruity, this wine is generously soaked in barrel flavors of spice and toast, cocoa and Bourbon. Lush and juicy, the fruit more than holds its own, and it's nearly irresistible.",Amparo,47,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),àMaurice 2009 Amparo Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaurice-2009-amparo-malbec-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Malbec,2009,àMaurice 13,Red,US,"A delicate, silky mouthfeel makes this wine feel light and vibrant, yet there's nothing light about the flavors. Notes of wild cherries, cranberries, Dr. Pepper, anise, pine and savory spices explode on the palate, and they lead to a long, dry finish. Give it 5–6 years in the cellar.",East Ridge Estate Vineyard,85,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Hirsch 2010 East Ridge Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hirsch-2010-east-ridge-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Hirsch ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. Already a beautiful wine, this is showing fine, sweet fruits along with a solid structure. The palate is juicy and fruity with new wood flavors showing through. The aftertaste is full of the fresh aspect of the vintage.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Lagrange 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrange-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Lagrange ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. While fully ripe on the palate, this wine also boasts acidity and a black-currant freshness. It shows the quality of Cabernet from Pauillac in 2012.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Clerc Milon 2012 Barrel Sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clerc-milon-2012-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Clerc Milon ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. Dark in structure, with a sense of austerity and dark tannins, this is a wine that will need time to develop. There's a hint of tobacco and ripe plum on the palate, and the aftertaste promises juiciness.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Bailly 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bailly-2012-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Haut-Bailly ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. Concentration is the name of the game with this dark and intense wine. It has power and a structure that is finely tannic and dusty, with bright fruits suspended within. The aftertaste shows fine, bright acidity.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Haut Bages Libéral 2012 Barrel Sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bages-liberal-2012-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Haut Bages Libéral ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. This is a solid effort that showcases both great blackberry fruit and sweet tannins right at the forefront. There is also fine acidity and a layer of wood that gives a dry, firm, age-worthy aftertaste.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Saint-Pierre 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-pierre-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Saint-Pierre ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. Comprised of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a densely ripe wine, full of black fruits, smoky wood and generous tannins. Given its structure, the wine will obviously age well, even if it is drinkable in the medium term.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville 2012 Barrel Sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-2012-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Pichon Longueville 14,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot, this shows a dark, masculine personality, and it offers bitter chocolate, dark cherry, blackberry, rum cake, leather and black licorice notes. Dark fruit on the palate is backed by well-structured tannins, which suggest impressive longevity.",Arnione,75,94,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Campo alla Sughera 2009 Arnione (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-alla-sughera-2009-arnione-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2009,Campo alla Sughera 14.4,Red,US,"Terlato's focus on Bordeaux-style red wines has paid off in the last several vintages, and this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot continues the success streak. It has ripe, spicy flavors of blackberry jam, black currant and sweet, toasty oak, and the tannin-acid structure is balanced. Still, it's an astringent wine that needs time in the cellar, so give it at least eight years. It could age well beyond that.",Episode,175,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Terlato 2009 Episode Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2009-episode-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Terlato 12,Red,US,"Lifted black-cherry and floral aromas highlight a palate that's brisk with a briary, tart raspberry flavor. It's dry and refreshing, with a delicately tannic structure.",,19,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Knapp 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knapp-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Knapp 14.2,White,US,"Buttered toast, buttered popcorn, butterscotch and vanilla flavors are dominant, but accent ripe, jammy pear and peach flavors on this Chardonnay.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,28,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gregory Graham 2011 Sangiacomo Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gregory-graham-2011-sangiacomo-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Gregory Graham 13.3,Red,US,"Mint, dill and parsley notes overlay the dark fruit aromas. The palate has a soft core, which is framed by medium-grained, slightly chunky tannins. The dill tone carries onto the palate, and it picks up dark cherry and turmeric accents.",Reserve,40,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Gray Ghost 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gray-ghost-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-virginia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Gray Ghost 14,Red,Argentina,"Although the bouquet is a touch scratchy, raspberry aromas are good. This feels a little wiry on the palate, with acidity poking through. Flavorwise, there's a mix of generic blackberry and plum, while the finish is lively due to juicy acidity.",Reserve,10,85,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2010-reserve-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-san-juan/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2010,Finca Las Moras ,Red,France,"There is high acidity on this black currant-flavored wine. It is light and fruity, with a cool feel and taut texture.",,17,85,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Lamothe 2010 Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-2010-red-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lamothe 14,Rose,Spain,"Cherry and crisp red currant aromas are racy and tutti-frutti in character. The palate delivers kick and acidity in addition to dry, pithy flavors of citrus fruits and nectarine. Dryness persists onto the finish, which is friendly but modest.",,8,85,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2011 Rosé (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2011-rose-campo-borja/,Rosé,2011,Borsao 13,White,Spain,"There is not much action on the nose other than white-fruit aromas. The palate is fleshy in feel, with modest intensity and soft, maleable flavors of pear and apple. The finish is open-knit and soft in feel. 80% Macabeo and 20% Chardonnay.",Campo Lindo Fresh,12,85,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Bodegas 1898 2011 Campo Lindo Fresh Macabeo-Chardonnay (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-1898-2011-campo-lindo-fresh-white-blend-macabeo-chardonnay-catalunya/,Macabeo-Chardonnay,1898,Bodegas 1898 ,Red,France,"Bright and juicy, this is a fresh, red-fruited wine, ripe and fragrant. The tannic element is almost an afterthought.",,33,85,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Ricaud 2010 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-ricaud-2010-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Ricaud 13,Red,US,"Ripe, brambly wood and plummy black-fruit flavors are concentrated in this dense, boldly structured Merlot, but shaded by tart green notes and staunch, grippy tannins.",New York Premium Selection,15,85,New York,New York Other,New York,Brotherhood 2010 New York Premium Selection Merlot (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brotherhood-2010-new-york-premium-selection-merlot-other/,Merlot,2010,Brotherhood 13,Red,US,"Dried strawberry, cocoa, legume and savory spice notes weave together to comprise the bouquet. Medium in body, this has a soft entrance, but it gains tannic traction on the midpalate. A smoked rosemary flavor lingers on the finish.",,18,85,Virginia,Monticello,,Autumn Hill 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/autumn-hill-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-monticello/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Autumn Hill 12.5,White,Spain,"Dusty aromas of apple and vanilla break up fast as the wine shows oxidized notes. The palate feels narrow and lemony, while the flavor profile is one dimensional and settles on lemon and tart apple. On the finish, things turn stalky in flavor and acidic in feel.",,17,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,La Caña 2011 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-cana-2011-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,La Caña 12.5,Red,Spain,"This is floral on the nose, but also candied smelling. So don't be surprised that the palate, while friendly and fruity, is also sticky in feel with a syrupy core flavor that's suggestive of residual sugar. That said, this jellybean is an easy drinker.",Berry Smooth,13,85,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Jellybean Wines 2011 Berry Smooth Red (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jellybean-wines-2011-berry-smooth-red-catalunya/,Red Blend,2011,Jellybean Wines 13.3,White,US,"Brisk, citrusy acidity is the best thing about this wine, giving it a clean, tingly mouthfeel. The palate offers jammy flavors of apricot and mango that finish on a candied note.",La Cruz Vineyard,30,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller Estate 2010 La Cruz Vineyard Pinot Gris (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-estate-2010-cruz-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Gris,2010,Keller Estate 14.1,Red,US,"An awkward wine, with some sharp, green tea notes that stick in the mouth. Otherwise, you'll find firm tannins and jammy blackberry fruit.",Babicora,30,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearst Ranch 2010 Babicora Malbec (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearst-ranch-2010-babicora-malbec-central-coast-paso-robles/,Malbec,2010,Hearst Ranch 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Spiced meat, chocolate and brambly berry notes lead the bouquet of this wine and follow through to the medium-weight palate. It's juicy, with a short finish and easy structure. Drink now.",,10,85,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2011 Pinotage (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2011-pinotage-robertson/,Pinotage,2011,Robertson Winery 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Contrary to the fresher and more focused 2009 Brut Nature from Sonim, this bubbly shows stalky corn and acrid aromas along with apple and green herb notes. There's some elegance to the palate but overall it's tart and limited, with strong citric acids and only a hint of yeasty stuffing.",Brut Nature,29,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Sonim 2008 Brut Nature Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonim-2008-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Sonim 12.5,Red,US,"This Cabernet Franc—with 10% Petit Verdot—has easygoing black-cherry and raspberry notes, plus mocha and turmeric subtleties. It has light, pliant tannins, while the medium to high amount of acids keep the palate feeling energetic.",Church Creek,19,85,Virginia,Virginia's Eastern Shore,,Chatham 2011 Church Creek Cabernet Franc (Virginia's Eastern Shore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatham-2011-church-creek-cabernet-franc-virginias-eastern-shore/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Chatham 13,Red,France,"Showing plenty of the warmth and openness of the vintage, this is a rounded, red-fruited wine. It has an edge of tannins and a rich, soft texture. Very ready to drink now.",,13,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Vrai Caillou 2009 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vrai-caillou-2009-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Vrai Caillou 15.5,Red,US,"A dark, savory Zinfandel with hearty expressions of bacon, oak and tar. Classic to Lodi's reputation for plus-size Zins from old vines, d'Art's has easygoing tannins throughout and a poke of vanilla in its finish.",,22,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,d'Art Wines 2010 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dart-wines-2010-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2010,d'Art Wines ,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Teroldego, this delivers bold aromas of chocolate, spice, dark fruit, caramel and graham cracker. It feels linear and tight on the finish, and it offers firmly structured tannins that are surrounded by loads of ripe fruit and mocha flavors. Age this for 10 more years.",I Castagni,100,95,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Michele Satta 2008 I Castagni (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-satta-2008-i-castagni-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2008,Michele Satta ,Red,France,"94–96. Barrel sample. A seriously rich, full, extracted wine, packed with dense tannins and complex fruits. The wine has weight, dark tannins and a solid character that will certainly age well.",Barrel Sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Angélus 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-angelus-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Angélus ,Red,France,"94–96. Barrel sample. This very ripe, full-bodied wine is powered by sweet blackberries and solid tannins. It is a full, concentrated and complex wine that has a great future.",Barrel Sample,150,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Poyferré 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-poyferre-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Léoville Poyferré ,Red,France,"94–96. Barrel sample. Ripe and concentrated, this shows all the opulence for which La Mission Haut-Brion is famed. It's dark, intense, and packed with rich Merlot.",Barrel Sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mission-haut-brion-2012-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château La Mission Haut-Brion ,White,France,"94–96. Barrel sample. This is a ripe, wonderful wine that's full of spice, pineapple and apricot with a green tang of herbaceous character. It's simply beautiful, with great style and a deceptively simple use of wood.",Barrel Sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Brion 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-brion-2012-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Haut-Brion 13.5,White,France,"The vineyards of the Marquis de Laguiche date back to before the French Revolution, and Drouhin is fully responsible for producing the wines since the 1940s. This ripe, opulent selection lives up to its illustrious pedigree. It is full bodied, and it offers vibrant acidity and minerality. It's a wine for aging over eight years and many more.",Marquis de Laguiche Morgeot Premier Cru,114,95,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Joseph Drouhin 2010 Marquis de Laguiche Morgeot Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2010-marquis-laguiche-morgeot-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Joseph Drouhin ,Red,France,"94–96. Barrel sample. Intense black currant fruitiness makes this wine unabashedly forward. The palate bears weighty tannins behind that fruit, resulting in a wine that is already quite balanced and structured.",Barrel Sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2012 Barrel Sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-comtesse-lalande-2012-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande ,Red,France,"94–96. Barrel sample. This is a beautifully crafted wine with red fruits, a touch of black currant, great acidity and dense structure. A blend of half-and-half Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, it shows both weight and a great lift.",Barrel Sample,,95,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Palmer 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-palmer-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Palmer ,Red,France,"94–96. Barrel sample. Firmly tannic in character, this wine is dry and extracted. There's potential for this powerful, impressive wine to bear the wine's very dry character with the weight of its fruit.",Barrel Sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Barton 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-barton-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Léoville Barton 14.8,Red,US,"Soft, decadent and approachable, this Cabernet Sauvignon is blended with a little Malbec. It offers flavors of blackberry jam, black currant, dark chocolate and cedar that continue on the long, spicy finish. This is lovely to drink now and over the next five years.",Stagecoach Vineyard,90,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Patland 2007 Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patland-2007-stagecoach-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Patland 13.5,White,France,"This wine is just starting out, which explains the toast factor that currently dominates the nose and palate. As it opens, the opulent, ripe fruit from this great vineyard shows through in the form of powerful, and intense pineapple and apricot flavors that mingle in the tight texture. It will age for many years—start with at least six.",Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru,500,95,Burgundy,Chevalier-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru (Chevalier-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-chevalier-montrachet-grand-cru-chardonnay-chevalier-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 15.8,Red,US,"A powerful wine, this is only the fourth reserve Cabernet Sauvignon ever made by Abeja. Thick, black and redolent of new French oak, this is as close to a Napa Valley cult Cabernet as you will find this far north. The alcohol, which nears 16%, is beautifully handled and proportionate, but the wine's style is over the top and not suited to every palate. Best to drink this over the next 3–5 years.",Reserve,85,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Abeja 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abeja-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Abeja 14.9,Red,US,"This wine's blackberry and currant flavors are concentrated and ripe, and the notes of toasty new oak and chocolate gently ride over the fruit rather than overwhelming it. The spiced and sweet-tasting finish lasts for a full minute. Made from 95% Cabernet Sauvignon, this is one of the best Bordeaux-style wines from Santa Ynez Valley. Drink now–2015.",El Desafio de Jonata,125,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Jonata 2007 El Desafio de Jonata Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jonata-2007-el-desafio-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Jonata 14.5,Red,US,"As excellent as this was was in 2009, the 2010 has reached an almost-ethereal level. The aromatics alone are transportive, with the concentrated essence of raspberries and blueberries at optimal ripeness. The flavors are deep and long, elegant and powerful, and they lead into a finish that's anchored in notes of mineral and dark chocolate.",Boushey Vineyard Le Midi,35,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Maison Bleue 2010 Boushey Vineyard Le Midi Grenache (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bleue-2010-boushey-vineyard-le-midi-grenache-columbia-valley-yakima/,Grenache,2010,Maison Bleue 14.4,Red,US,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot, this is dry, smooth, rich and delicious, and it offers waves of ripe blackberry, crème de cassis, dark chocolate and charred meat flavors, plus the spiciness of sweet licorice and pepper. It can be consumed now, but it will also develop for 3–4 years.",Galaxy,85,95,California,Napa,Napa County,Terlato 2009 Galaxy Red (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2009-galaxy-red-napa-county/,Red Blend,2009,Terlato 13.5,Red,Italy,"The folks at Rocca di Frassinello set out to make one of the greatest expressions of Merlot from coastal Tuscany. This shows enormous intensity and persistency on the palate, and the overall experience is driven forward by bold flavors of black fruit, cherry, black olive, chocolate and cinnamon. It has a rich, masculine structure, so drink it after 2018.",Baffonero,120,95,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Rocca di Frassinello 2010 Baffonero (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-frassinello-2010-baffonero-merlot-maremma-toscana/,Merlot,2010,Rocca di Frassinello 14,Red,Italy,"The quality of fruit in this expression of Syrah is dark, plush, rich and opulent. The bouquet offers notes of black cherry, prune, smoked bacon, tobacco, white pepper and clove. The tannins are luscious and firm, and there's plenty of ripe fruit to keep the wine firmly fixed to the palate for many minutes.",Perbruno,65,95,Tuscany,Toscana,,I Giusti e Zanza 2010 Perbruno Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-giusti-e-zanza-2010-perbruno-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2010,I Giusti e Zanza ,Red,France,"Made from fruit sourced from one of the finest premier crus in Gevrey-Chambertin, this is a closed wine initially. Then its rich black-fruit flavors explode, yet the wine still retains its serious, tannic character. The structure promises that this complex bottling will age well.",Clos Saint-Jacques Premier Cru,,95,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine Bruno Clair 2010 Clos Saint-Jacques Premier Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bruno-clair-2010-clos-saint-jacques-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Bruno Clair ,Red,France,"94–96. Barrel sample. This is a big, powerful, fruity wine that has restraint from its dense tannins. It's foursquare, chunky in character, already balanced, the tannins merging with the acidity. There is great aging potential.",Barrel Sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Montrose 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montrose-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Montrose 14.5,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese, Merlot and some Cabernet Sauvignon are blended to create a bold and determined wine. Huge aromas of espresso bean, black fruit, tobacco and dark chocolate make for a meaty and dense bouquet. There's enormous depth on the palate, where the wine feels rich and softly velvety. It's a Tuscan blend of the highest caliber, so hold it for 10 years or more.",Il Blu,85,95,Tuscany,Toscana,,Brancaia 2009 Il Blu Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancaia-2009-il-blu-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Brancaia ,Red,France,"94–96. Barrel sample. A surprisingly fresh Margaux considering that it's dominated by 87% Cabernet Sauvignon. Dense tannins, black fruits and tight acidity combine to present a wine that shows, for a Château Margaux, medium-term potential.",Barrel Sample,,95,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Margaux 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Margaux 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made from 100% Merlot, this wine is immensely soft and plush, and it offers blackberry, cherry and chocolate tones that build in momentum as the wine aerates in the glass. The mouthfeel is velvety, rich and generous, and there's an espresso note on the finish. Set this bottling aside for 10 years or more.",Poggio ai Merli,75,95,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castellare di Castellina 2010 Poggio ai Merli Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2010-poggio-ai-merli-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2010,Castellare di Castellina 13.9,White,US,"Made from grapes sourced from a biodynamically farmed vineyard, this wine puts on an almost-magical display of flower and citrus scents. Deep and concentrated, this has harmonious and potent flavors, and it is amazing how the delicate floral aspect cuts across the juicy, citrusy taste.",Wallula Vineyard Biodynamic,32,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pacific Rim 2010 Wallula Vineyard Biodynamic Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-rim-2010-wallula-vineyard-biodynamic-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,Pacific Rim 13.5,White,France,"Corton-Charlemagne expresses the power of Chardonnay, rather than the subtlety. Given that, Olivier Leflaive's version is finely nuanced, and its weight comes as much from the rich white- and yellow-fruit flavors as the tight structure. Like most grand crus, this needs to age, so give it 5–6 years.",Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru,170,95,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru (Corton-Charlemagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-corton-charlemagne-grand-cru-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 15,Red,Italy,"This Merlot opens with savory aromas of spice and cured meat, followed by notes of blackberry preserves and black currant. It shows some secondary aromas of leather and pipe tobacco, plus lingering tones of rum cake, licorice and tar. There's a fresh, almost menthol-like quality to the palate, which offers tight, polished tannins and long savory flavors.",Giorgio Bartholomäus,140,95,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Argentiera 2008 Giorgio Bartholomäus Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-argentiera-2008-giorgio-bartholomaus-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2008,Tenuta Argentiera 14.9,Red,US,"Cabernet Sauvignon doesn't get much more rich or ripe than this bottling. Made from grapes grown in Calistoga, this 100% varietal wine offers blackberry jam and crème de cassis flavors. Lots of new French oak influence adds sweet toast and caramel notes. Dramatically complex and powerful, this tannic selection will benefit from being cellared for a minimum of eight years, and it should continue to develop well beyond that time frame.",Bone Ash Vineyard,85,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Venge 2010 Bone Ash Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venge-2010-bone-ash-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Venge 13.5,White,France,"With his family based in Puligny-Montrachet, Olivier Leflaive knows a thing or two about the grand crus of his village. This Bâtard-Montrachet is intensely textured, concentrated and ripe, and it exudes equal amounts of acids. Powerful yet elegant, the toast note is a subtle expression in this rich wine. This for long-term aging.",Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru,375,95,Burgundy,Bâtard-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru (Bâtard-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-batard-montrachet-grand-cru-chardonnay-batard-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 14.6,Red,US,"The Donum Estate Vineyard has been producing some of Carneros's best Pinot Noirs of late. This is a complex bottling, with notes of raspberry jam and vanilla, and the mouthfeel is pleasingly tart. Production was only 55 cases, but it's worth a special search.",Donum Estate Vineyard,75,95,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,La Rochelle 2009 Donum Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2009-donum-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,La Rochelle ,Red,France,"The king of the Gevrey-Chambertin grand crus, this powerful, concentrated Chambertin is a blockbuster. It is currently dominated by its structure, which hides the ripe fruit. Made from grapes sourced from the upper portion of the Chambertin vineyard, this selection also has a mineral element, and it promises considerable aging potential.",Domaine du Clos Frantin,,95,Burgundy,Chambertin,,Albert Bichot 2010 Domaine du Clos Frantin (Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-domaine-clos-frantin-pinot-noir-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Albert Bichot 14.8,Red,US,"There is a leafy, herbal component to this estate-grown Cabernet Sauvigon, plus suggestions of fresh-cut tobacco and black tea. Aromatic and inviting, the wine also offers a subtle moist-earth note under the ripe, rich flavor of black fruit. Delicious and beautifully structured, this is for aging over the next 5–10 years.",Heather Hill,55,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Abeja 2009 Heather Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abeja-2009-heather-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Abeja ,Red,France,"94–96. Barrel sample. Big and rich with lots of chocolate and ripe black-plum fruits, this is a very structured wine, showing some extraction but also spice and sweet tannins. Powerful, but with a finish that is like a cool breeze.",Barrel Sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos d'Estournel 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-destournel-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Cos d'Estournel ,Red,France,"94–96. Barrel sample. Big and ripe, this is a powerful wine with 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, giving the wine a solid, dusty structure but also delicious fruit. Finishes with a touch of chocolate at the end.",Barrel Sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Calon Ségur 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-calon-segur-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Calon Ségur ,Red,France,"94–96. Barrel sample. Now incorporating the Magdelaine vineyard, Bélair-Monange is a fine, complex wine, dense and just austere. The wine is firmly in the tannic style—dark and brooding.",Barrel Sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Bélair-Monange 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belair-monange-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Bélair-Monange 13.5,Red,France,"One of the jewels of Domaine Faively, this wine is huge, rich and structured. It has power and concentrated tannins, and the hints of wood aging are apparent. The ripeness of the fruit and the serious texture promise long-term aging.",,385,95,Burgundy,Chambertin Clos de Bèze,,Domaine Faiveley 2010 Chambertin Clos de Bèze,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-faiveley-2010-pinot-noir-chambertin-clos-beze/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Faiveley ,Red,France,"94–96. Barrel sample. The neighbor of Pétrus, La Fleur-Pétrus is darkly tannic, rich, spicy and powerful. It's rich—touched by wood and black plum skins—and intently structured for long-term aging.",Barrel Sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Fleur-Pétrus 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-petrus-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château la Fleur-Pétrus ,Red,France,94–96. Barrel sample. This is a powerful wine which exhibits a change in style towards elegance in recent years. The palate has delicious Merlot fruitiness along with black-currant acidity and a dense structure. Fine minerality at the end with juicy acidity.,Barrel Sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Pavie 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pavie-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Pavie 14.8,Red,US,"Structurally, this is near perfect, with sturdy yet supple tannins and bright acids that perk up the flavors of blackberry jam, milk chocolate, red currants and crème de cassis. This is classic Napa Cabernet Sauvignon; it's great to drink now, but it will also slowly evolve in the bottle over the next decade.","Good Times, Bad Times Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard",100,96,California,Napa,Oakville,"World's End 2009 Good Times, Bad Times Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/worlds-end-2009-good-times-bad-times-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,World's End 13.5,White,France,"Corton-Charlemagne has produced a powerful and concentrated wine. The massive, opulent feel is balanced by tropical fruits and acids, which are layered between the toast and spice notes. It needs many years to mature.",,165,96,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Louis Jadot 2010 Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2010-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2010,Louis Jadot 13,Red,France,"This firm, tannic wine is made from fruit sourced from a vineyard in the heart of Morey-Saint-Denis. It's a solid selection, and it has enormous potential. The ripe black-cherry and plum flavors are dominated by the tannins. Concentrated, this is ready for long-term aging.",,280,96,Burgundy,Clos Saint-Denis,,Louis Jadot 2010 Clos Saint-Denis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2010-pinot-noir-clos-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2010,Louis Jadot ,Red,France,95–97. Barrel sample. An impressively dense wine with a serious structure. Dusty tannins go with a powerful structure and a wonderfully deep texture. Very solid and chunky.,Barrel Sample,,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Cheval Blanc 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cheval-blanc-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Cheval Blanc ,Red,France,"95–97. Barrel sample. Dominated by Cabernet Franc, this is a firm, solid and beautifully perfumed wine, lighter than some wines from Ausone. The tannins are velvet although with a strong mineral character. It's fruity at the same time as being structured—a wine for long-term aging.",Barrel Sample,,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Ausone 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ausone-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Ausone ,Red,France,"95–97. Barrel sample. Full and powerfully concentrated, this wine has dense acidity, sweet black fruits and very fine tannins. The concentration is enormous but it expresses itself through the prism of smooth, velvet-textured tannins.",Barrel Sample,,96,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lafite Rothschild 2012 Barrel Sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafite-rothschild-2012-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Lafite Rothschild 14.4,Red,US,"This is a blend of 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot and 1% Cabernet Franc, and all of the fruit came from old vines from two of Washington's most revered vineyards, Champoux and Weinbau. Supple and ripe, it's packed with a brilliant, flavorful mix of berries, cherries and cassis. The tannins are polished, and the barrel-derived notes of toast, cinnamon, coffee and caramel linger through the long, smooth finish.",Reserve,65,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Januik 2009 Reserve Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2009-reserve-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Januik ,Red,France,"Made from fruit that was sourced from old vines, some of which were planted in 1912, this wine is dense and concentrated. It demonstrates both elegance and an immense tannic character. Acidity and flavors of blackberry and spice are all present. This demands to be aged for a long time.",,,96,Burgundy,Chambertin Clos de Bèze,,Domaine Bruno Clair 2010 Chambertin Clos de Bèze,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bruno-clair-2010-pinot-noir-chambertin-clos-beze/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Bruno Clair ,Red,France,"95–97. Barrel sample. This is a very solid wine with tannins that are very firm and dense. There is power without excessive alcohol, lending a classic feel, and a pure line from fruit, acidity and tannin. The result is as much about fruit as structure.",Barrel Sample,,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Las Cases 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-las-cases-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Léoville Las Cases ,Red,France,"95–97. Barrel sample. Promoted to Saint-Emilion's elite Premier Grand Cru Classé category, Valandraud's 2012 shows both a mineral character and intense acidity to go with the smooth and beautiful black currant fruits. Power and elegance.",Barrel Sample,,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Valandraud 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valandraud-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Valandraud 14.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this shows compelling intensity and lovely layers of black fruit, ripe cherry, leather, tobacco, black pepper and licorice. The complexity is impressive, and so is the palate's persistence and elegance. Hold for 10 years or more.",Giusto di Notri,80,96,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tua Rita 2010 Giusto di Notri Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tua-rita-2010-giusto-notri-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Tua Rita 13.5,Red,France,"Les Grandes Lolières is a vineyard in the large Corton Grand Cru. This Pinot Noir shows a delicate balance between fine structure and beautiful red-fruit flavors. At the same time, it has weight and richness that lend this wine power as well as the chance to age for many years.",Les Grandes Lolières,104,96,Burgundy,Corton Les Lolières,,Maison Roche de Bellene 2010 Les Grandes Lolières (Corton Les Lolières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-bellene-2010-grandes-lolieres-pinot-noir-corton-lolieres/,Pinot Noir,2010,Maison Roche de Bellene 14.9,Red,US,"Based on Cabernet Franc, with splashes of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot, this complex wine is rich and softly tannic. It shows the fat, fleshy appeal of Cabernet Franc from the great 2007 vintage, and it has developed a mellowness from bottle age. It still offers oak-infused blackberry, cherry and dark chocolate flavors, plus emerging notes of herbs.",El Alma de Jonata,125,96,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Jonata 2007 El Alma de Jonata Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jonata-2007-el-alma-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Jonata 14.5,Red,Italy,"An unforgettable expression of Merlot from coastal Tuscany, this ranks among the top-scoring icon wines of the world. Smooth and intense, this selection's integration of fruit and oak-derived spice aromas is seamless. It feels silky yet firm, and it imparts beautiful cherry and chocolate flavors that last for many minutes. This is a keeper: Age it for 10 years or more.",Redigaffi,350,97,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tua Rita 2010 Redigaffi Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tua-rita-2010-redigaffi-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2010,Tua Rita 14.5,Red,Italy,"If you've ever wondered what makes this wine so special, the answer is simple: elegance. This shows polished fruit and spice aromas that are intense, balanced and beautifully integrated. The blend is 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, with the balance made up of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The palate is dense, rich, smooth and supple. Drink this after 2018.",Ornellaia,240,97,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 2009 Ornellaia (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-dellornellaia-2009-ornellaia-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2009,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 13.5,Red,France,"The nose demonstrates that this is obviously a wood-aged wine. The palate has a huge, dense structure, and the wood-derived tannins are buried within its powerful fruit and acidity. For those prepared to wait for 7–8 years, this has the potential to become rich and opulant.",,260,97,Burgundy,Chapelle-Chambertin,,Louis Jadot 2010 Chapelle-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2010-pinot-noir-chapelle-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Louis Jadot ,Red,France,"96–98. Barrel sample. A beautifully ripe wine that's very dense in its character. The wine is generous and rich, while also structured. It already has delicious black plum fruit and velvet tannins. A wonderful, opulent wine that's packed with full-throated Merlot.",Barrel Sample,,97,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Brion 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-brion-2012-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Haut-Brion 13.5,White,France,"The vintage brings out the tension of this magisterial Chardonnay, and it layers nervy acidity with fresh apple and peach flavors and intense minerality. It is poised and ready to develop over many years.",,330,97,Burgundy,Bâtard-Montrachet,,Louis Jadot 2010 Bâtard-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2010-chardonnay-batard-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Louis Jadot 13.5,Red,Italy,"One of the greatest Italian Merlots, the pedigree of L'Apparita is evident the minute you raise the glass to your nose. Notes of cherry and blackberry are seamlessly integrated with touches of oak spice, leather, tobacco and dark chocolate. The finish is long and smooth, and there's enough freshness and structure to allow this bottle to age for 10 years or more.",L'Apparita,180,97,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Ama 2008 L'Apparita Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-ama-2008-lapparita-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2008,Castello di Ama 14.5,Red,Italy,"Round, ripe and opulent, this landmark Merlot offers lingering tones of ripe black fruit, tobacco and spice. Oak-driven aromas are still evident at this point, so give it another 10–15 years of cellaring. Lingering smoke and spice notes add to the long finish. Messorio is one of the most complete and complex Italian interpretations of Merlot.",Messorio,315,97,Tuscany,Toscana,,Le Macchiole 2009 Messorio Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-macchiole-2009-messorio-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2009,Le Macchiole 13,Red,France,"Located in the northern end of Chambolle-Musigny, Bonnes Mares shows much of the same structure as Morey-Saint-Denis. This 2010 has so much weight and concentration, and it bears red fruit flavors and bright acids. It has a tannic side as well, which promises that this wine will age.",,300,97,Burgundy,Bonnes-Mares,,Louis Jadot 2010 Bonnes-Mares,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2010-pinot-noir-bonnes-mares/,Pinot Noir,2010,Louis Jadot ,Red,France,"96–98. Barrel sample. This powerful, impressive wine is comprised of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon. It's seriously structured, with loads of black currants and dark tannin, and revels on the finish with the juicy, fresh acidity of this vintage. A fine Mouton, this is the first vintage produced in the chateau's new cellar.",Barrel Sample,,97,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Mouton Rothschild 2012 Barrel Sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mouton-rothschild-2012-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Mouton Rothschild 14.9,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon is aged in 85% new oak, and it shows the essence of Oakville in its dry, tannic, ripe and complex identity. It would be hard to exaggerate the excellence of the blackberries, black currants, black cherries, dark chocolate and oak flavors, which have a Christmas-pudding-like headiness. A hint of raisin suggests it approaches overripeness, yet it maintains superb control. The tannins and overall balance should help this age for many years, but it can also be consumed now.",Game Ranch Single Vineyard Selection,85,97,California,Napa,Oakville,Goldschmidt 2009 Game Ranch Single Vineyard Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldschmidt-2009-game-ranch-single-vineyard-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Goldschmidt ,Red,France,"96–98. Barrel sample. This is a structured, ripe wine that also has a great sense of freshness—vibrant blackberry flavor and lively acidity. The finish retains the same delicious freshness and brightness of this vintage.",Barrel Sample,,97,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pontet-Canet 2012 Barrel Sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pontet-canet-2012-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Pontet-Canet 15,Red,Italy,"If you've ever wondered what makes this wine so special, the answer is simple: elegance. This shows polished fruit and spice aromas that are intense, balanced and beautifully integrated. The blend is 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, with the balance made up of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The palate is dense, rich, smooth and supple. Drink this after 2018.",Masseto,240,97,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 2009 Masseto Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-dellornellaia-2009-masseto-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2009,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia ,Red,France,"This is a big, dense wine that has great generosity. It's ripe, full bodied and opulent now, and it offers concentration and depth of flavor. The fruit used to make this wine was sourced from 60-year-old vines located near Clos de Tart. It has considerable aging potential, so cellar this for 8–10 years.",,281,97,Burgundy,Bonnes-Mares,,Domaine Bruno Clair 2010 Bonnes-Mares,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bruno-clair-2010-pinot-noir-bonnes-mares/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Bruno Clair ,Red,France,"96–98. Barrel sample. The first vintage from a newly-constructed cellar, this is a beautiful wine, with glorious Merlot flavors. It's full of spice and dense with velvet tannins. The wine has great opulence and its fruit is well integrated into the structure.",Barrel Sample,,97,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Pétrus 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-petrus-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Pétrus 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a landmark wine from a landmark vintage. The blend is Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, which results in a generous, striking and unforgettable product. The bouquet is elegant and toned, with aromas of dark fruit, tobacco and chocolate. The mouthfeel is tight and firm, and it boasts persistence and impressive balance. It has all of the qualities required for long-term aging, so keep this for 10 years or more.",Guado al Tasso,,98,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Marchesi Antinori 2009 Guado al Tasso (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2009-guado-al-tasso-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2009,Marchesi Antinori 14.5,Red,Italy,"Made from 100% Cabernet Franc, Paleo opens with concentrated, sweet-smelling aromas of plum, cherry and cinnamon, which translate to the palate with added notes of spice, leather and tobacco. This is bold, opulent and delicious, and it's guaranteed to please. Hold for 10 years or more.",Paleo,130,98,Tuscany,Toscana,,Le Macchiole 2009 Paleo Cabernet Franc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-macchiole-2009-paleo-cabernet-franc-toscana/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Le Macchiole 15,Red,Italy,"This small, family-run estate in the heart of Bolgheri has delivered a wine so beautiful and elegant, it is catapulted to the level of landmark vintages of its celebrated neighbors, Sassicaia and Ornellaia. Inky concentration sets the stage for generous, but perfectly integrated, aromas of spice, chocolate and dark fruit. There's firm roundness in the mouth, followed by unforgettable persistence. Hold this wine 15 years or more.",Guado de' Gemoli,195,100,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Giovanni Chiappini 2009 Guado de' Gemoli (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovanni-chiappini-2009-guado-gemoli-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2009,Giovanni Chiappini 12.5,White,Spain,"Animal cracker aromas are sweet and the fruit on the nose is mealy on this Viura-Chardonnay blend. The palate is also deficient in that it's watery in feel, but there's some tangy lemon to the flavor profile.",Viura Chardonnay,14,80,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Ochoa 2011 Viura Chardonnay White (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ochoa-2011-viura-chardonnay-white-navarra/,White Blend,2011,Ochoa 13,Rose,US,"On the sweet side, this offers a soft texture, a slightly bitter edge and a pruny fruit flavor.",Bull's Blush,15,80,Virginia,Virginia,,Stanburn 2011 Bull's Blush Rosé (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stanburn-2011-bulls-blush-rose-virginia/,Rosé,2011,Stanburn 15,Red,US,"A Rhône-style blend of mostly Grenache and Mourvédre, with smaller amounts of Syrah and Cinsault, the wine is prune-like and overdone.",Cuvee de Oro,25,80,California,South Coast,Temecula Valley,Monte De Oro 2009 Cuvee de Oro Red (Temecula Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-oro-2009-cuvee-red-south-coast-temecula-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Monte De Oro 13.5,Red,US,"This blend of 75% Barbera and 25% Merlot smells and tastes of strawberries in dirt, a strange sensation for a wine.",Lola,28,80,California,South Coast,Ramona Valley,Highland Hills Winery 2011 Lola Red (Ramona Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highland-hills-winery-2011-lola-red-south-coast-ramona-valley/,Red Blend,2011,Highland Hills Winery 14,White,Spain,"This white Garnacha is strange smelling, with a mix of cream soda, pickled fruit and vanilla aromas. It's tart, briny and citrusy on the palate, with a sour finish.",Con Batonage,12,80,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra del Bajo Aragón,,Evohé 2011 Con Batonage Garnacha Blanca (Vino de la Tierra del Bajo Aragón),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evohe-2011-con-batonage-spanish-white-garnacha-blanca-vino-tierra-bajo-aragon/,Garnacha Blanca,2011,Evohé 13.6,White,Argentina,"With acrid matchstick aromas and little else, this wine gets off to a rough start and never finds solid footing. The palate is chunky and grabby, while the flavors are burnt and stalky, with bitterness to the finish.",Premium Series,18,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Solo Contigo 2011 Premium Series Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solo-contigo-2011-premium-series-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Solo Contigo 12,White,Spain,"Odd aromas of talcum powder and bath oils are fragrant but not very wine-like. This is flat on the palate, with very little cut and oily tasting flavors of ripe white fruits.",,10,81,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Casa Solar 2011 Viura (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-solar-2011-spanish-white-viura-vino-tierra-castilla/,Viura,2011,Casa Solar ,Red,France,"Aromas and flavors of rhubarb and red pepper dominate, resulting in a wine that is sharp and unbalanced.",,12,81,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Dubraud 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dubraud-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Dubraud 12.5,White,Spain,"This Viura smells waxy and oxidized for a 2011. The palate feels chunky and awkward, while the flavor profile deals maderized pear and apple.",Conde de Valdemar,10,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2011 Conde de Valdemar Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2011-conde-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2011,Bodegas Valdemar 13.9,White,Argentina,"Stalky, waxy aromas get this subpar varietal white going in the wrong direction. In the mouth, it's mushy, with creamy, briny, almost bitter flavors.",,15,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Carmine Granata 2010 Sémillon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-carmine-granata-2010-semillon-mendoza/,Sémillon,2010,Bodega Carmine Granata 13.5,Red,Spain,"This is a just-acceptable wine with latex, roasted berry and plastic-like aromas. It's heavy in the mouth, with jumbled, roasted flavors of rubbery fruit and forced oak.",Unus Old Vine,11,81,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Agustín Cubero 2010 Unus Old Vine Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustin-cubero-2010-unus-old-vine-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2010,Agustín Cubero 13,Red,Spain,"This is one raw, choppy, strained Tempranillo. The nose is sweaty and severely herbal, with stalky smelling red-fruit aromas. It's hard on the palate, with burnt, green-leaning pie cherry flavors, and the finish is bitter.",Peromato,10,81,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Bodegas Fariña 2011 Peromato Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-farina-2011-peromato-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2011,Bodegas Fariña 14.9,Red,Argentina,"The quality of Casarena's wines range from excellent to not great, with all points in between represented. This Malbec-led blend is heavy and raisiny on the nose, then syrupy in the mouth, with flavors running straight to candied and flat.",Reserva Sinergy,25,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Casarena 2010 Reserva Sinergy Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casarena-2010-reserva-sinergy-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Casarena ,Rose,Italy,There's an odd note of jammy fruit and cherry tomato on the bouquet that is followed by disjointed notes of raspberry and pear. A touch of bitter almond appears on the close.,,53,81,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta del Buonamico 2011 Rosato (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-buonamico-2011-rose-rosato-toscana/,Rosato,2011,Tenuta del Buonamico 13,Red,Spain,"Pasty, chemical aromas do little to draw you in. The palate on this everyday Rioja is scratchy, while flavors of tart fruit with rubbery, pasty overtones fail to elevate the wine.",Banda Azul Crianza Red,10,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Federico Paternina 2007 Banda Azul Crianza Red (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/federico-paternina-2007-banda-azul-crianza-red-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Federico Paternina 12.5,White,Spain,"After earning a number of Best Buys prior to this vintage, this $7 white blend is disappointing. The nose is strange and funky, while the palate feels hollow, with briny apple and pickled citrus flavors. 50% each Airen and Macabeo.",Protocolo,7,81,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Dominio de Eguren 2011 Protocolo White (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-eguren-2011-protocolo-white-vino-tierra-castilla/,White Blend,2011,Dominio de Eguren 13,Rose,US,"A pickle-barrel aroma hits the nose first, before the notes of red berries, rose petals and bitter papaya seeds surface. The wine feels soft initially, but the acids gain some lift on the midpalate. The papaya seed note becomes more concentrated with time.",,16,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Rosemont 2011 Rosé (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemont-2011-rose-virginia/,Rosé,2011,Rosemont 13.5,White,US,"A simple wine, made for modern tastes, with sugary orange, vanilla and buttered toast flavors.",,20,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Magness 2010 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magness-2010-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Magness ,Red,France,"A diffuse wine without focus. The tannins and the fruit are some way apart, while the final flavor is dry and tough.",,12,82,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château la Petite Roque 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-petite-roque-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Petite Roque 14.5,Red,US,"Raspberry and oak flavors are pleasant, but unripe vegetal flavors diminish the pleasure of this wine, adding hints of boiled asparagus.",,24,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buccio 2010 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buccio-2010-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Buccio 12,Rose,US,"This is tutti-frutti in scent, with a pear drop note that is loud and clear. It's light to medium in body, lacking some focus and concentration.",Dry,18,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Chateau Morrisette 2011 Dry Rosé (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-morrisette-2011-dry-rose-virginia/,Rosé,2011,Chateau Morrisette 13,White,US,"This is a disjointed Chard, with sweet-and-sour pineapple flavors and some funky, earthy notes. Lots of acidity, but lacks finesse.",,29,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Caraccioli 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caraccioli-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2009,Caraccioli ,Red,France,"Bell peppers and green herbs as well as dark tannins are the main characters of this very dry, bitter wine.",,17,82,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château des Tourtes 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tourtes-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château des Tourtes ,Red,France,A lean wine with some austerity. It has a firmly tannic character while missing the fruit for the future.,,15,82,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Brethous 2010 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brethous-2010-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Brethous 14.6,Red,US,"Shows some green, unripe tomato and beet flavors alongside notes of raspberries, caramel and oak. A decent wine, although it's a bit pricy for what you get.",Summit,29,82,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Pali 2011 Summit Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2011-summit-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Pali 14.2,Red,US,"Not quite ripe, with earthy, green tomato, raspberry Newton cookie and spicy oak flavors. Drink now.",Huntington,22,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Pali 2011 Huntington Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2011-huntington-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Pali 13,Red,Spain,"Scratchy, candied aromas of red fruits get things off to a rough start. The wine is acidic in feel, with tart, herbal red-fruit flavors. And it finishes pickled, with an herbal sharpness.",,,82,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Abrazo 2011 Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abrazo-2011-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2011,Abrazo 14,White,US,"Soft and simple with sugary peach, citrus and vanilla flavors.",Oakley Eighty-Two,10,82,California,California Other,California,Cline 2010 Oakley Eighty-Two White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2010-oakley-eighty-two-white-other/,White Blend,2010,Cline 14,White,US,"This Chardonnay offers broad, subtle scents of fresh oak and pear with a soft, fleshy palate. It finishes on a woody clove note.",,25,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Doukénie 2010 Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doukenie-2010-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2010,Doukénie 13.9,White,Argentina,"Tropical fruit aromas are the lead-in, but upon airing the wine's pineapple and mango scents turn austere and prickly. The mouthfeel here is astringent and acidic, and the flavors are briny, even pickled.",Don David Reserve,17,82,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Michel Torino 2012 Don David Reserve Chardonnay (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2012-don-david-reserve-chardonnay-calchaqui-valley/,Chardonnay,2012,Michel Torino 13,Red,US,"While the nose is overall a bit soapy, the aromas of berry and banana are Gamay-like in character. The wine feels flat on entrance, but the acids pick up pace toward the midpalate. It finishes short, ending on a mocha note.",,16,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Stanburn 2011 Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stanburn-2011-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2011,Stanburn 13.3,White,US,"Feeble scents of tropical fruit and rose petal mark the nose of this wine, which leads into the light- to medium-bodied palate that offers bright acids, soft flavors and a delicate, tapering finish.",,18,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Chateau Morrisette 2010 Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-morrisette-2010-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2010,Chateau Morrisette 13.5,Red,US,A Mendocino Sangiovese with odd vanilla notes that's stingy in fruit and tannin.,,13,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Girasole 2010 Sangiovese (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girasole-2010-sangiovese-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sangiovese,2010,Girasole 12.5,White,Spain,"Peach and melon aromas come with accents of vanilla and honey. The palate on this Garancha Blanca is chunky, without much acidic cut. Flavors of grapefruit and orange are flabby, pithy and dull, while bitterness controls the finish.",Menguante,24,82,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Viñedos y Bodegas Pablo 2011 Menguante Garnacha Blanca (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-bodegas-pablo-2011-menguante-spanish-white-garnacha-blanca-carinena/,Garnacha Blanca,2011,Viñedos y Bodegas Pablo 13.5,Red,Argentina,"The nose deals a mix of exotic aromas along with offputting sweat, compost and funky cheese. The palate is pasty feeling and tannic, with lactic flavors of oak, licorice and medicinal berry. On the finish, clove and spice notes dominate.",Roble,13,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Telteca 2010 Roble Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telteca-2010-roble-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2010,Telteca 12.5,Rose,US,"On first sniff, a sweaty note is perceived, but it quickly is suppressed by the red cherry lozenge and macerated strawberry scents. Light- to medium-bodied, this lacks vibrancy and concentration on the midplate.",,19,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Breaux 2011 Rosé (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/breaux-2011-rose-virginia/,Rosé,2011,Breaux 13,White,Spain,"Maderized aromas of applesauce and dust are not terribly welcoming. Meanwhile, the palate is mild and tastes nutty, like soft apples and spice. This is acceptable barrel-fermented Viura but it lacks freshness and character.",Conde de Valdemar Finca Alto Cantabria,15,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2011 Conde de Valdemar Finca Alto Cantabria Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2011-conde-finca-alto-cantabria-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2011,Bodegas Valdemar 13.5,Red,Spain,This basic wine opens with earthy red-berry aromas. The palate offers choppiness and green-leaning flavors of berry and tea. The finish is scratchy and hollow. An OK Garnacha on its best day.,Cátulo,12,82,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas la Casa de Lúculo 2010 Cátulo Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-casa-lucolo-2010-catulo-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2010,Bodegas la Casa de Lúculo 15,Red,Argentina,"The nose is minty, herbal and strangely exotic, while the palate falls flat in delivering strongly herbal, tomato-based flavors.",Estate,29,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alpamanta 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpamanta-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Alpamanta 13.5,Red,Spain,"This is one unusual wine. It's a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon with Tempranillo and Garnacha, but it smells like a root-based perfume mixed with herbs and tobacco. It's over the hill in feel and green and herbal in flavor, with a raisiny aftertaste.",Jaloco,30,82,Central Spain,Extremadura,,Bodegas Medina 2005 Jaloco Red (Extremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-medina-2005-jaloco-red-extremadura/,Red Blend,2005,Bodegas Medina 13,Rose,Argentina,"This is cloudy to the eye, with a mix of vinegar, briny plum and milk chocolate on the nose. The mouthfeel is blowsy, while the flavors are briny and pickled.",Pianissimo Made with Organically Grown Grapes Malbec,12,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Caligiore 2011 Pianissimo Made with Organically Grown Grapes Malbec Rosé (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caligiore-2011-pianissimo-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-malbec-rose-mendoza/,Rosé,2011,Caligiore 12.5,White,US,"This is a simple, one-dimensional Chardonnay. It's dry in style with thin citrus and apricot flavors and just a hint of oak.",,12,82,California,California Other,California,Carmenet 2011 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmenet-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Carmenet 12.5,Red,US,"The dominant dark-cherry aroma smells bitter and high pitched. The palate feels supple and medium bodied, and it tastes a touch confected, like blackberry jelly used to fill donuts.",Reserve,25,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Ingleside 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ingleside-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-virginia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Ingleside 13,White,Spain,"Pazo Señorans generally makes great wine, but this aged Albariño is past its prime. The nose is soft and smells mostly of toffee and vanilla, while the wine has a maderized tint and stalky, geriatric flavors of bland apple and oxidized citrus. This wine should have been drunk five years ago.",Selección de Añada,75,82,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo de Señorans 2005 Selección de Añada Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-senorans-2005-seleccion-anada-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Pazo de Señorans 13.2,Red,US,"Dry and gritty with cherry and raspberry flavors that finish thin and peppery. Nothing particularly wrong, just a simple little Pinot Noir.",,21,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Parkers Estate 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parkers-estate-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Parkers Estate 13.9,White,Argentina,"Overall this is a weak wine with resiny aromas of varnish followed by woody flavors of banana and vanilla. The finish is more or less the same, only less potent.",Alta Collection,19,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tapiz 2011 Alta Collection Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapiz-2011-alta-collection-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2011,Tapiz 12,Rose,US,"With its raisiny aroma that hits the nose first, this lacks desirable freshness. On the light- to medium-bodied palate, a strawberry note surfaces, which leads into the short-lived finish.",,14,82,Virginia,Monticello,,Trump 2011 Rosé (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trump-2011-rose-monticello/,Rosé,2011,Trump 14,Red,Spain,"Gritty, piercing aromas of herbal, leafy red fruits do little to set this wine on course. In the mouth, it's high-toned and acidic, and thus the flavors are tart, choppy and short.",,11,82,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Sinfonía 2011 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinfonia-2011-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2011,Sinfonía ,White,Argentina,"Juniper and onion aromas are not inviting, and there's little fruit to back them up. The mouthfeel is oily, while flavors of briny citrus lead to a pickled-tasting finish. Tasted twice, with consistent results.",Reserve,20,82,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Salentein 2011 Reserve Chardonnay (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2011-reserve-chardonnay-uco-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Salentein 13,White,Spain,"Oxidized citrus aromas are flabby, as is the palate. Flavors of apple and peach are basic, while the finish feels dull and dried out, with no kick or lasting flavor other than mild bitterness.",,19,82,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Valtea 2011 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valtea-2011-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,Valtea 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Grassy on the nose, then foamy and abrasive on the tongue, with a mix of oxidized flavors, bitter citrus and grassy accents. It finishes pithy tasting and citrusy.",Brut,10,82,Catalonia,Cava,,Conde de Caralt NV Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-caralt-nv-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Conde de Caralt 13,White,Spain,"A big step down from the past two vintages. This Verdejo lacks fortitude and clarity; it's grassy and flat on the nose, then cloying on the palate. Flavors of bland citrus are disjointed and underwhelming. Finishes grassy and green.",,10,82,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Cantarranas 2011 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantarranas-2011-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2011,Cantarranas 15.4,Red,US,"Strongly aromatic of black pepper, this blend of Syrah, Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cab Franc is herbal like Cab and slightly sour-sweet on the finish.",Synergy 65 Estate Grown,33,83,California,South Coast,Temecula Valley,Monte De Oro 2008 Synergy 65 Estate Grown Red (Temecula Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-oro-2008-synergy-65-estate-grown-red-south-coast-temecula-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Monte De Oro ,Red,France,Heavy toast aromas follow through to a wine that is packed with new wood and some fruit. It has a biting burnt edge that may soften.,Clos Bourbon,14,83,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Bourbon 2010 Clos Bourbon (Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bourbon-2010-clos-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Bourbon ,Red,France,"The fruity, perfumed character shows instant red berry aromas, but the old-wood flavor doesn't quite chime with the fruit, giving a slightly muddled feel to the wine.",,17,83,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Tour Saint-Germain 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-saint-germain-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tour Saint-Germain 15.2,Red,US,"Soft and candied with blackberry and cherry flavors and notes of caramel from oak. There's also some prickly heat from high alcohol. The end result is a clumsy wine, but it's decadent in its ripeness.",Estate Grown,50,83,California,Napa,Calistoga,Kenefick Ranch 2009 Estate Grown Merlot (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenefick-ranch-2009-estate-grown-merlot-napa-calistoga/,Merlot,2009,Kenefick Ranch ,Red,France,"Mint aromas speak of the wood used in aging this wine. With some burnt tannin character, it's perhaps not a wine that will show great fruit.",,13,83,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Haut Canteloup 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-canteloup-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Haut Canteloup ,Red,France,"A confected wine that shows polished wood and mint flavors but little fruit. It puts on a great show, but without depth.",Prélude,38,83,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Brethous 2010 Prélude (Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brethous-2010-prelude-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Brethous 13.7,Red,US,"This wine is savory in style, with flavors of raspberries, orange peel and cola. Harsh in the mouth, with scoury acids and some abrupt tannins.",Premium Limited Edition,20,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Publix 2010 Premium Limited Edition Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/publix-2010-premium-limited-edition-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Publix 14,Red,Spain,"This is a prickly, slightly raspy wine with a lean, grabby feel and briny, pickled flavors of herbal red-berry fruits. It's resiny tasting on the finish, with a snappy feel and lasting herbal flavors.",Tinto,8,83,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Chispas 2011 Tinto Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chispas-2011-tinto-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2011,Chispas 14.2,Red,US,"A sweaty note to start, then this turns into a plummy, tannic, astringent red with a hint of barrel toast.",Renaissance,23,83,Idaho,Idaho,,Clearwater Canyon 2009 Renaissance Red (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clearwater-canyon-2009-renaissance-red-idaho/,Red Blend,2009,Clearwater Canyon 14,Red,Spain,"This wine is creamy, lactic and jammy on the nose, with flat, earthy, baked berry aromas. It's grabby and sort of gummy and soft feeling, with lactic strawberry and plum flavors that set up a creamy, sticky finish.",Garnacha Fusión,20,83,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Picos Pardos 2010 Garnacha Fusión Red (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/picos-pardos-2010-garnacha-fusion-grenache-blend-calatayud/,Grenache Blend,2010,Picos Pardos 14.5,Red,US,"Thin and dilute, with tart red fruit and green-inflected tannins.",,25,83,Idaho,Idaho,,Clearwater Canyon 2009 Cabernet Franc (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clearwater-canyon-2009-cabernet-franc-idaho/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Clearwater Canyon 13,White,Spain,"Forget the high price on this Tempranillo Blanco. Looking at the wine alone, it's briny and stalky on the nose, with wiry lemon-like acids that push sour orange flavors. Overall it's monotone, briny and citrusy.",Ad Libitum,34,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Juan Carlos Sancha 2011 Ad Libitum Tempranillo Blanco (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juan-carlos-sancha-2011-ad-libitum-spanish-white-tempranillo-blanco-rioja/,Tempranillo Blanco,2011,Juan Carlos Sancha 13,White,Argentina,"The bouquet on this blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir is stuck in neutral, while flavors of citrus and lemon bend towards sour. The finish is briny and tangy.",Picada 15,13,83,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega NQN 2011 Picada 15 White (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-nqn-2011-picada-15-white-patagonia/,White Blend,2011,Bodega NQN ,Red,France,"Lean and tough, this is all hard edges. The wine has an austere character that's likely to be off-putting even in the future.",Félix de Biac,22,83,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Biac 2010 Félix de Biac (Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-biac-2010-felix-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Biac ,Red,France,"Earthy aromas are an off-putting start to this heavily tannic wine. It tastes bitter and extracted, the fruit worked too hard during fermentation.",,15,83,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Seguin 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-seguin-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Seguin 14.5,White,Argentina,"Light lemon and melon aromas lead the nose, but the wine slips in the mouth, becoming creamy and flabby in constitution, with only mild citrus, papaya and bitterness for flavors.",de Uco,20,83,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,DiamAndes 2011 de Uco Viognier (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamandes-2011-uco-viognier-uco-valley/,Viognier,2011,DiamAndes 13.5,Red,Spain,"This 50-50 blend of Garnacha and Tempranillo has a green, ashy sway to the nose. The palate runs sharp, with pointed acidity leading to a mix of basic acid-washed plum and cherry flavors that are ultimately defined by a green, herbal undercurrent.",Crianza,10,83,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Abrazo 2009 Crianza Tempranillo-Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abrazo-2009-crianza-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-carinena/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2009,Abrazo ,Red,France,"Very dry and hard, with lean black currant fruits. This is likely to remain a tough and extracted wine.",,19,83,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Monconseil-Gazin 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-monconseil-gazin-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Monconseil-Gazin 13,Red,Spain,"This is herbal and tomatoey on the nose, then racy in feel, with little midlevel stuffing on the palate. Flavors of raspberry are dilute and offset by mild buttery oak notes. This wine shows some elements of classic Spain but weaknesses as well.",Old Vines Gran Reserva,19,83,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Bodegas Navarro López 2006 Old Vines Gran Reserva Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2006-old-vines-gran-reserva-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,2006,Bodegas Navarro López 13.5,Red,US,"The cool 2011 growing season seems to have presented a ripeness issue for this Merlot, which includes a healthy dollop of Cabernet Sauvignon along with Syrah and Cabernet Franc. It leans far into the green with notes of jalapeño, bell pepper and herbs backed by chalky tannins.",,10,83,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Washington Hills 2011 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/washington-hills-2011-merlot-other/,Merlot,2011,Washington Hills 13.5,White,US,"Soft and simple, with candied pear, orange, vanilla, honey and buttered toast flavors that finish with a sugary feel.",,18,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 2011 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2011-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Franciscan 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Dusty cherry and plum aromas are nothing special. The palate is similarly just OK, with stalky flavors of citrus and red fruits. This is lightly oxidized and pithy tasting on the finish.",Global Garnacha,10,83,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Pushpin 2011 Global Garnacha Rosé (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pushpin-2011-global-garnacha-rose-campo-borja/,Rosé,2011,Pushpin 12,Sparkling,Spain,"This Cava has a funky nose that's unusual. The palate is a bit flabby, with sweet banana and peachy flavors. There's not much to the finish and overall this comes across as overly simple and strained.",Brut,13,83,Catalonia,Cava,,Paul Cheneau NV Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cheneau-nv-brut-sparkling-cava-165778/,Sparkling Blend,,Paul Cheneau ,White,Argentina,"Mild lemon and apple aromas are compromised by a harsh, stalky element. The mouthfeel is basic and spritzy, while generic apple and green melon flavors end in tropical sweetness.",Estate Bottled,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2012 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2012-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Pascual Toso 13.5,Red,Spain,"For $9, one can be satisfied with the value, but this wine does smell a bit sour and herbal, while the feel is angular and acidic. In the mouth, flavors match suit: punchy red fruits with an herbal twinge.",,9,83,Northern Spain,Toro,,No BS 2009 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/no-bs-2009-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-toro/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2009,No BS 12,White,Spain,"This blend of 70% Viura with Verdejo and Sauvigon Blanc smells a lot like Bartlett pear juice. In the mouth, it's fleshy and dilute, with briny grapefruit and a pithy tasting finish.",Blanco,10,83,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Real Compañia de Vinos 2011 Blanco White (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-compania-vinos-2011-blanco-white-vino-tierra-castilla/,White Blend,2011,Real Compañia de Vinos 12.5,White,Spain,"This blend of Viura, Malvasia and Tempranillo Blanco smells a bit sweaty and like passion fruit. The palate has a fresh, citrusy feel and flavors of lime and grapefruit. It's fresh and clean but dilute on the close.",Vivanco Viura-Malvasia-Tempranillo Blanco,13,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Dinastía Vivanco 2011 Vivanco Viura-Malvasia-Tempranillo Blanco Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dinastia-vivanco-2011-viura-malvasia-tempranillo-blanco-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2011,Dinastía Vivanco ,Red,France,"This wine has an unusual candy-flavored character. Its tannins are fine, and there is structure, but the final character is unbalanced.",Elegance,20,83,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Tour Saint-Germain 2010 Elegance (Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-saint-germain-2010-elegance-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tour Saint-Germain ,Red,France,"A firm and tannic wine, with a hard-edge feel to it. The structure is dry and tough, leaving little room for the fruit, even in the future.",,15,83,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Saint-Urbain 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-urbain-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Saint-Urbain 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Gold in color, this Cava displays a distinct aroma of arugula or lettuce along with cream soda. It's foamy and soft on the palate, with a mix of bitter, toasty flavors as well as baked apple. Yeasty tasting yet bitter on the finish. Tasted twice; this reflects the better of two samples.",Brut Reserva Especial,29,83,Catalonia,Cava,,Dominio de la Vega NV Brut Reserva Especial Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-vega-nv-brut-reserva-especial-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Dominio de la Vega 14,Red,Argentina,"Following up on a bouquet that's lightly herbal and lactic, the palate feels hard and tannic, with oak-based resin sticking out. Flavors of black pepper, licorice and oak push away the wine's black-fruit component, leaving a minty finish that's oak-dominant and mildly artificial tasting.",,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,TintoNegro 2012 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tintonegro-2012-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2012,TintoNegro 13.5,Rose,Argentina,"This wine is rather stalky and pickled. The nose deals burning haystack, while the palate is mildly drawing and astringent, with stalky, briny tasting red berry flavors. It's briny on the finish as well.",Malbec,13,83,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Mil Piedras 2011 Malbec Rosé (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mil-piedras-2011-malbec-rose-uco-valley/,Rosé,2011,Mil Piedras 12.5,White,Spain,"The nose on this Viura is flat, with walnut oil and dusty apple notes. The mouthfeel is solid, while the flavors suggest dry apricot, apple and nutty notes. This is dry and modest on the finish.",,11,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Taron 2011 Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taron-2011-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2011,Taron ,White,Argentina,"This Grigio opens with mild lemon and apple aromas that transition into a flabby palate and dull flavors of buttercup, banana and apple.",Reserve,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2011 Reserve Pinot Grigio (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2011-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-mendoza/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Trapiche 12.5,White,Argentina,"This is light on the nose, where minerally lime scents are barely detectable. The mouthfeel is fresh but dilute, while flavors of lemon, green apple and tarragon end in simple fashion.",Altosur,10,83,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2012 Altosur Sauvignon Blanc (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2012-altosur-sauvignon-blanc-tupungato/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Finca Sophenia 13,White,Spain,"Maderized in color, this wine has a yeasty, creamy nose with baked white-fruit aromas and caramel. It's OK in feel, with pickled, mildly briny flavors of apple and apricot. The finish is showing some oxidization, leading to a chunky, fleshy feel.",Inspiración,40,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2011 Inspiración Tempranillo Blanco (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2011-inspiracion-spanish-white-tempranillo-blanco-rioja/,Tempranillo Blanco,2011,Bodegas Valdemar 13.5,Red,US,"There's a cinnamon and clove sweetness in aroma of this Sangiovese, which would be a fine accompaniment to pizza or pasta during the week.",Estate Grown,18,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Barra of Mendocino 2010 Estate Grown Sangiovese (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barra-mendocino-2010-estate-grown-sangiovese-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sangiovese,2010,Barra of Mendocino 14,White,US,"Oaky and simple, with buttered toast, buttered popcorn and pineapple juice flavors. Gets the Chardonnay basics done without complications.",Premium Limited Edition,20,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Publix 2010 Premium Limited Edition Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/publix-2010-premium-limited-edition-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Publix 13.5,Red,US,"Very pale in color, this is a lightly aromatic Merlot with notes of raspberry, cherry, ash and tobacco. The palate is tart with dry, chalky tannins.",,13,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sagelands 2010 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sagelands-2010-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Sagelands 13,Red,Spain,"This wine is quite roasted on the nose, with spice and barebecue aromas dominating any fruit that might want to escape. The palate has a hard, tannic, rubbery outlook and flavors of mint, barbecued meat, baked berry and plum. It remains roasted and savory tasting on the finish.",Gran Reserva,30,84,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Torre León 2003 Gran Reserva Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-leon-2003-gran-reserva-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,2003,Torre León 14.5,Red,Spain,"Burnt, stalky, toasted aromas dominate this inexpensive Garnacha, and there's not much freshness to the nose as a result. In the mouth, it's more of the same; things are heavy, with fully oaked flavors of medicinal berry, hickory and barbecued meat.",Sorbo a Sorbo Old Vines,10,84,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Lo Nuevo 2010 Sorbo a Sorbo Old Vines Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lo-nuevo-2010-sorbo-a-sorbo-old-vines-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2010,Lo Nuevo 13.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy aromas and mild funk infiltrate the bouquet, rendering it a step below pure and fresh. The palate on this wine is tight, with acidity poking through to lend crispness to red plum and berry flavors. Tangy on the finish.",Bajoz,10,84,Northern Spain,Toro,,Pagos del Rey 2011 Bajoz (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pagos-rey-2011-bajoz-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,2011,Pagos del Rey ,Red,France,"A fresh and fruity wine, with black currant notes, yet somewhat stalky in character. The aftertaste is bright and light.",,15,84,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Anniche 2010 Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-anniche-2010-red-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Anniche ,Red,France,"High acidity cuts through this wine from the get-go. The tannins also show a hard edge. This is a wine for the future, always with a sense of austerity and minerality.",,23,84,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Grand Maréchaud 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-marechaud-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Grand Maréchaud 13.8,White,US,"Good and dry, this is a simple wine with scoury Carneros acidity highlighting Asian pear, lime and buttered toast flavors.",,20,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2011 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2011-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Artesa 13.5,Red,US,"Not very Pinot Noir-like, with a heaviness that could be Grenache. The flavors are of cherries, red currants and sandalwood. Drink up.",This is Eleven,16,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Andrew Murray 2011 This is Eleven Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-2011-this-is-eleven-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Andrew Murray 12.7,Red,US,"Light in aromatic intensity, this has subtle notes of cherry skin and blue fruit. The palate showcases a ton of structure, but the flavors seem mute in comparison, and the finish feels brittle.",Ranger Reserve,30,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Gray Ghost 2010 Ranger Reserve Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gray-ghost-2010-ranger-reserve-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Gray Ghost 13.8,Red,US,This is an easy drinking Cabernet tasting of red cherry and cranberry with a slight layer of herb that would suffice for a midweek meal.,Estate Grown,20,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Barra of Mendocino 2009 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barra-mendocino-2009-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Barra of Mendocino 13.5,Red,US,"This is a lightly aromatic Cabernet with notes of dust, ash, plum, tobacco and herbs matched with sour cherry flavors and puckering tannins.",,12,84,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Washington Hills 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/washington-hills-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Washington Hills 12.5,Red,US,"This is a sound Pinot Noir that's common but varietally correct. Silky in texture, it's dry and crisp with acidity, accented with pink bubblegum, raspberry-pie filling and spice flavors.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Carmenet 2011 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmenet-2011-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Carmenet 13.5,Red,Italy,"Aged only in stainless steel to lock in fresh berry aromas, Guarniente opens with neutral tones of forest fruit and currant followed by almond skin and cola. There's a dusty, mineral feel on the close.",Guarniente,12,84,Tuscany,Chianti,,Buccia Nera 2010 Guarniente (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buccia-nera-2010-guarniente-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2010,Buccia Nera 12,Rose,US,"The apricot and peach-yogurt scents come across as a bit soapy before the strawberry and sour cherry notes surface. The palate is supple and easygoing, and although it lacks some concentration, it tastes fresh and fruity.",,14,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Boxwood 2011 Rosé (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boxwood-2011-rose-virginia/,Rosé,2011,Boxwood 15.3,Red,US,"This is a sound but heavy wine. Superripe raspberry and cherry jam flavors feels syrupy and unbalanced on the palate, partly due to it's high alcohol level.",Fox in the Hen House,60,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Marshall Family Wines 2010 Fox in the Hen House Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marshall-family-wines-2010-fox-in-hen-house-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Marshall Family Wines 12.5,Red,Spain,"Raspberry and milk chocolate aromas are simple and come across a bit like plastic. The wine is narrow on the palate, with herbal plum flavors, while the finish is short and doesn't elevate things. Even at $9 this is regular in overall quality.",,9,84,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Marques de la Musa 2011 Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-musa-2011-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2011,Marques de la Musa 13.5,Red,US,"Noticeably herbal, this Cabernet, a good deal at its price point, is rich and the right call for midweek pizza or other casual fare.",Truly Madly Deeply,13,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Monogamy 2011 Truly Madly Deeply Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monogamy-2011-truly-madly-deeply-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Monogamy 13.7,White,US,"A rich, ripe Chardonnay, with tons of buttered toast, tangerine jam and vanilla flavors. Drink now.",Kinneybrook Vineyard,17,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kunde 2011 Kinneybrook Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2011-kinneybrook-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Kunde ,Red,US,"Crisp cherry fruit and cedar notes are flecked with hints of tomato leaf and spice in this dry, vibrantly acidic Cab blend. It's brisk and clean on the palate, with a frame of gentle tannins on the finish.",Smokehouse,14,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone NV Smokehouse Red (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-nv-smokehouse-red-finger-lakes/,Red Blend,,Standing Stone 13,Red,Italy,"Fresh and easy, this light red wine would pair with potato gnocchi and cream sauce. It offers crisp acidity, medium structure and bright endnotes of cherry and fresh raspberry.",Poggio Stella,,84,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 2011 Poggio Stella (Chianti Colli Senesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vecchia-cantina-montepulciano-2011-poggio-stella-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,2011,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 13.4,White,US,"While there's no oak here, there's a heft and weight to the mouthfeel of this wine. The flavors veer toward orange and apricot jam.",,28,84,California,Napa,Rutherford,Conspire 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conspire-2011-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Conspire 15.5,Red,US,"This is a soft, richly fruity Zinfandel. It's jammy in raspberries and cherries, with superripe raisin and prune flavors. The alcohol is very high.",Forgotten Vines,36,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,De Loach 2010 Forgotten Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2010-forgotten-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2010,De Loach 12.5,White,South Africa,"Green aromas and flavors take center stage on this wine, with assertive notes of bell pepper, asparagus, green bean, grass and flint. The palate is somewhat astringent and sharp, ending with a tart, saline finish.",Life from Stone,17,84,Robertson,,,Springfield Estate 2011 Life from Stone Sauvignon Blanc (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/springfield-estate-2011-life-from-stone-sauvignon-blanc-robertson/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Springfield Estate 13.5,Red,US,"This blend of Zinfandel, Syrah and Petite Sirah is soft and ripe with jammy raspberry and cherry flavors. Simple on its own, but pair it with a fabulous cheeseburger and enjoy.",,10,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Posh NV Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/posh-nv-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,,Posh 13.5,Red,Spain,"This basic Ribera smells a lot like compost. The feel is sticky, while the flavors lean towards herbal and oaky, with a weedy note thrown in. It tastes a bit green and feels weighty on the finish.",La Casa de las Esencias Crianza,15,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pico Cuadro 2008 La Casa de las Esencias Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pico-cuadro-2008-casa-las-esencias-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Pico Cuadro 14,White,Argentina,"This blowsy wine is waxy on the bouquet, with aromas of nectarine, pineapple and vanilla. It sports a chunky mouthfeel and tropical flavors, primarily pineapple accented by vanilla. On the finish, things fall off to stalky.",,16,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ricardo Santos 2012 Semillon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricardo-santos-2012-semillon-semillon-mendoza/,Sémillon,2012,Ricardo Santos 14,Red,Spain,"Overall this wine is decent at best. It's distinctly rustic and herbal on the nose, with leafy, leathery aromas along with stewed fruit scents. The palate has a good feel to it, by far the wine's chief attribute, but the flavors echo the bouquet via leafy, herbal plum and buttery oak.",Crianza,30,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Alidis 2009 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alidis-2009-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Alidis 13.5,White,US,This will satisfy fans of buttery popcorn and toast in their Chardonnay. Canned apricot and orange fruit flavors are brightened with crisp acidity.,,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Courtney Benham 2011 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2011-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Courtney Benham ,Red,France,"This is a dark, firm wine, its fruit only showing slowly. The tannins are powerful and dominate the wine. It feels slightly underripe in character.",,20,84,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château le Doyenne 2010 Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-doyenne-2010-red-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château le Doyenne 13,Red,Spain,"Peppery raspberry aromas are sassy and prickly. The palate holds its own but is modest overall, while flavors of medicinal red fruits carry an herbal streak. This is quiet on the finish, almost to the point of muteness.",Rojo Granrojo,11,84,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Bodegas Navarro López 2011 Rojo Granrojo Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2011-rojo-granrojo-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2011,Bodegas Navarro López 14.5,Red,US,This is a rustic wine with sharp acidity and flavors of tobacco and sweet currants. Fine with everyday fare.,This is Eleven Big Bottom,16,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Andrew Murray NV This is Eleven Big Bottom Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-nv-this-is-eleven-big-bottom-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Red Blend,,Andrew Murray 13.5,White,Spain,"There's something likable about this aged, Sherry-style Rioja. Don't let the maderized tint turn you off; the wine has character, including rancio, toffee and saline aromas and flavors. If you like Sherry, give this a shot.",Cueva del Monge Blanco Fermentado en Barrica,32,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Vínícola Real 2007 Cueva del Monge Blanco Fermentado en Barrica White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-vinicola-real-2007-cueva-monge-blanco-fermentado-en-barrica-white-rioja/,White Blend,2007,Bodegas Vínícola Real 13,Red,US,"There's a slightly baked quality to the ripe, red-cherry notes on this dry, full-bodied Cab. Hints of savory dried herbs and chalky, mouthfilling tannins add dimension to the palate.",New York Premium Selection,15,84,New York,New York Other,New York,Brotherhood 2010 New York Premium Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brotherhood-2010-new-york-premium-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Brotherhood 13.5,White,Spain,"Mild and minerally on the nose, with nothing really standing out or dominating. The palate feels citrusy but sort of bland and basic, with mealy apple and melony flavors. This is a midlevel wine without much distinguishing character.",,17,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Finca Albret 2011 Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-albret-2011-chardonnay-navarra/,Chardonnay,2011,Finca Albret 16.5,Red,US,"They make them big down in Temecula and in this case, the alcohol detracts somewhat from the wine, giving it a relentless density that coats the tongue. Time spent in all French oak is also duly noted on the palate. This wine is heavy, big and dry, and will appeal to people who love that style.",Vista Del Monte Vineyard,34,84,California,South Coast,Temecula Valley,Monte De Oro 2009 Vista Del Monte Vineyard Syrah (Temecula Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-oro-2009-vista-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-south-coast-temecula-valley/,Syrah,2009,Monte De Oro 12.5,Red,US,"This wine comes with chewy tannins and supple acids. A char note surfaces on the palate of this medium- to full-bodied blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, and the fruit shows a slightly sweet edge.",Church Creek Vintner's Blend,19,84,Virginia,Virginia's Eastern Shore,,Chatham NV Church Creek Vintner's Blend Red (Virginia's Eastern Shore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatham-nv-church-creek-vintners-blend-red-virginias-eastern-shore/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,,Chatham 12.5,White,France,"Initially, there are hints of sulfur, but once those blow off, the wine reveals a crisp, fresh and grassy character with tight acidity and lemon and grapefruit flavors. Not for aging, so drink over the next year.",,11,84,Bordeaux,Entre-Deux-Mers,,Château Tertre de Launay 2011 Entre-Deux-Mers,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tertre-launay-2011-white-entre-deux-mers/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château Tertre de Launay ,Red,France,"A minty, modern style of wine that also has too much extraction and wood tannin for its own good. It's hard edged, the fruit losing out in the process.",Cuvée Prévenche,20,84,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Terrasson 2010 Cuvée Prévenche (Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-terrasson-2010-cuvee-prevenche-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Terrasson 13.6,White,US,"This Chardonnay-Viognier-Riesling blend is soft, simple and herbaceous. Good for sipping; the lemony flavor would work well with light fish.",Lochsa,15,84,Idaho,Idaho,,Clearwater Canyon 2011 Lochsa White (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clearwater-canyon-2011-lochsa-white-idaho/,White Blend,2011,Clearwater Canyon ,Red,US,"A rugged Pinot Noir, this wine is tough in acidity and a little green, with mint, raspberry jam and oak flavors. Drink up.",Derbyshire Vineyard San Simeon,36,84,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Derby 2009 Derbyshire Vineyard San Simeon Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/derby-2009-derbyshire-vineyard-san-simeon-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Derby 13,White,US,"Light and tart, this Chardonnay has notes of creamed corn, lemon grass, jasmine and lime. The Viognier (5%) added brings a floral accent to the flavors but the concentration seems wanting here and the finish a touch bitter.",,13,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sagelands 2010 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sagelands-2010-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2010,Sagelands 13.5,White,US,"Made in a sugary style that gives it popular appeal. The flavors are of apricot, orange-lime jam, vanilla and white currants, brightened with crisp acidity.",,26,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2011-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 13.9,White,US,"While there's a New Zealand-style twist of grass and gooseberry, this Sauvignon Blanc is otherwise woody and tropical with pineapple juice flavor and quivering lemony acidity.",Musqué Clone,13,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,LangeTwins 2011 Musqué Clone Sauvignon Blanc (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-twins-2011-musque-clone-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley-lodi/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,LangeTwins 14.5,Red,US,This is an herbal Merlot with a taste of green olive tapenade. It's soft and round with a caramel-like oaky note on the finish.,,17,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Weibel Family 2009 Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weibel-family-2009-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,2009,Weibel Family 12.5,White,Spain,"Aromatically, this blend of Macabeo, Muscat and Chardonnay gets off to a decent start by showing honeysuckle, lemon verbena and minerality. But in the mouth it's sharp and narrow, with blazing acids that turn peach and nectarine flavors towards sour. Simply put, there's not enough body here for the wine to rate higher.",Emendis Trio Varietal Macabeo-Chardonnay-Muscat,17,84,Catalonia,Penedès,,Masia Puigmoltó 2011 Emendis Trio Varietal Macabeo-Chardonnay-Muscat White (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masia-puigmolto-2011-emendis-trio-varietal-macabeo-chardonnay-muscat-white-penedes/,White Blend,2011,Masia Puigmoltó 13.5,White,US,"Made in an easy-going style, this Chardonnay has ripe, forward flavors of orange jam, buttered toast and vanilla flavors. Fine acidity provides balance.",,18,84,California,Napa,Napa County,Thomas Henry 2010 Chardonnay (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-henry-2010-chardonnay-napa-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Thomas Henry 14,Red,Spain,"Raisin and brick dust aromas get this mature wine going. The palate feels blocky and closed, with firm tannins and strong acidity. Flavors of earthy plum and raisin are echoed by vanilla and spare oak on the finish.",Crianza,24,84,Central Spain,Finca Élez,,Manuel Manzaneque 2006 Crianza Red (Finca Élez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-manzaneque-2006-crianza-red-finca-elez/,Red Blend,2006,Manuel Manzaneque 14.9,Red,US,"Heat from high alcohol gives the ripe raspberry, currant and mocha flavors on this wine a chile pepper heat, as well as a glycerine richness. The blend is Sangiovese and Petite Sirah.",Crimson Jewel,42,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,LXV 2010 Crimson Jewel Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lxv-2010-crimson-jewel-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,LXV 13,White,Argentina,"Aromas of matchstick, tropical fruits and stalkiness are a bit challenging. In the mouth, things feel solid and fresh, while flavors of sweet pear, melon, vanilla and apricot settle on mildly bitter come finishing time.",Cool Climate Selection,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Argento 2011 Cool Climate Selection Pinot Grigio (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argento-2011-cool-climate-selection-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-mendoza/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Argento 13,Red,Spain,"Dry plum and cherry aromas seem hard and capped. The palate feels scratchy, with chunky berry flavors and a tough black-pepper finish. This is really basic in flavors and composition.",Made with Organic Grapes,11,84,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Earth 3.0 2010 Made with Organic Grapes Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/earth-30-2010-made-with-organic-grapes-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2010,Earth 3.0 ,Red,France,"Almost too fruity, the wine has red berry fruits in profusion. What is missing is the tannin to hold it together, making this a fruity wine to drink soon.",,15,84,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château la Croix Saint-Pierre 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croix-saint-pierre-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Croix Saint-Pierre 13.5,Red,France,A rich and fruity wine with a dusty structure that allows the blackberry jelly flavors to show through. It has a stalky black currant edge that goes with the contrasting acidity. Drink over the next five years.,,,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Tour de Luchey 2009 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-luchey-2009-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Tour de Luchey 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Here's a basic Malbec with ripe plum aromas topped off by milk chocolate and vanilla notes. It's hard but bold in the mouth, with decent acidity and a forced set of oaky, chocolaty, berry flavors.",Lote 44,12,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Cuarto Dominio 2012 Lote 44 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-cuarto-dominio-2012-lote-44-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2012,Bodega Cuarto Dominio 13.5,White,Spain,"Apple and mild spice aromas kick off this simple white from the land of red Garnacha. The palate is fresh and juicy but light on character, while the flavor profile offers pithy, easygoing apple and melon flavors. This defines quaffable white wine.",,8,84,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2011 Viura (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2011-spanish-white-viura-campo-borja/,Viura,2011,Borsao 14.4,Red,US,"This is an earthy Pinot Noir with prominent mushroom notes. It's crisp and dry, with some unripe flavors that compromise the otherwise ripe, red fruit. Drink now.",Estate,40,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Boekenoogen 2011 Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boekenoogen-2011-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Boekenoogen 14,Red,Spain,"The aromas here suggest something artificial, either candle wax or air freshener combined with red fruits. The palate has a narrow feel with ample acidity and a light body for Ribera del Duero. Flavors run in the direction of stewed plum, while the finish feels rough and tastes a bit raisiny.",Miros de Ribera Crianza,27,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Peñafiel 2007 Miros de Ribera Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-penafiel-2007-miros-ribera-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Bodegas Peñafiel 13,Rose,Spain,"Plum and cherry aromas seem a touch oxidized. The palate holds it together but doesn't offer much, while flavors of chunky berry and plum are hollow and show additional oxidation. Like many inexpensive 2011 rosés, this is past its prime.",Mediel,9,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Ontañón 2011 Mediel Rosé (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-ontanon-2011-mediel-rose-navarra/,Rosé,2011,Bodegas Ontañón 14.5,Red,US,"Tight, savory and austere, this mountain-grown Zin needs time to show its very peppery nature and sly red fruit, but will pair expertly with pizza or other pasta.",Old Clone,18,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Nevada County,Sierra Starr 2009 Old Clone Zinfandel (Nevada County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-starr-2009-old-clone-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-nevada-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Sierra Starr 13.5,Red,Italy,"This expression of Sangiovese shows a pungent, polished, wet river-stone aroma that is backed by black olive, blackberry and cherry. Spicy oak-driven aromas of toasted almond and pipe tobacco give the wine momentum on the close.",Castello di Spaltenna,18,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Vignamaggio 2010 Castello di Spaltenna (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-vignamaggio-2010-castello-spaltenna-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Villa Vignamaggio 13.5,Red,US,"This wine seems to show some of the effects of the cool 2010 growing season, where ripeness and botrytis presented issues in some areas. Notes of tobacco, ash and orange peel surround a sweet cherry core accented by grainy tannins.",,13,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sagelands 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sagelands-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Sagelands 13.5,Red,Spain,"Aromatically speaking, there's bacon and plastic-like notes to the nose along with generic berry scents. The palate is medium in size and intense, with bold cherry and plum flavors as well as oaky backing. It finishes short, with rubbery accents and a distinct clove flavor.",,12,85,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Penelope Sanchez 2011 Garnacha-Syrah (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penelope-sanchez-2011-red-blend-garnacha-syrah-campo-borja/,Garnacha-Syrah,2011,Penelope Sanchez 13.5,Red,Spain,"Gritty plum, peppery spice and herbal aromas lead to a tangy, fairly high-acid palate. The flavors are a mix of earthiness, pasty berry and red currant, while the finish is short, juicy and lightly oaked. For $10 it's a fair wine.",Vendimia Seleccionada,10,85,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Marqués de Almonacid 2009 Vendimia Seleccionada Tempranillo-Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-almonacid-2009-vendimia-seleccionada-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-carinena/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2009,Marqués de Almonacid 12,Red,US,"Hints of coffee grinds and fresh, green herbs add interesting dimension to concentrated, ripe blackberry notes. Brisk yet angular, it's firmly structured with bold, slightly jagged tannins that linger on the finish.",Reserve,40,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 2010 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-2010-reserve-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Fox Run 13.2,Rose,Argentina,"Although this is almost red in color and entering its twilight, it's not bad for $8. Dusty berry aromas lead to a semifull palate with raspberry, cherry and plum flavors that end in chewy dryness.",Malbec,8,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca El Origen 2011 Malbec Rosé (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-origen-2011-malbec-rose-mendoza/,Rosé,2011,Finca El Origen 13.5,White,US,"The acidity really brings this Chard together, adding a racy edge to buttered toast, popcorn and orange marmalade flavors. Straightforward, but a good example of the modern California style.",Reserve,25,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Courtney Benham 2011 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2011-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Courtney Benham 13.9,White,US,"This is good week-day Chardonnay with buttered toast, orange jam and vanilla flavors. The acidity gives it a clean, vibrant finish.",,11,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Courtney Benham 2011 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Courtney Benham ,Red,France,"This is a wine for short-term aging. It is rich and juicy, deliciously fruity right now. Give it 2–3 years to enjoy its black fruits and fresh acidity.",,19,85,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Haut Colombier 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-colombier-2010-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Haut Colombier 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Full berry aromas are fresh but come with a lot of oak and spice. In the mouth, this Syrah (with 3% Viognier) is chewy and a bit syrupy, with minty, spicy flavors derived from loud oak. On the finish, it dries out and turns warm-to-hot as it fades away. A joint-venture wine between Trapiche and Joey Tensley of California.",Iscay,50,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2010 Iscay Syrah-Viognier (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2010-iscay-shiraz-syrah-syrah-viognier-mendoza/,Syrah-Viognier,2010,Trapiche 13.3,White,US,"Oaky with candied pineapple, orange and buttered toast flavors. The acidity is bright and delicate.",,16,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,RouteStock 2011 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/routestock-cellars-2011-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,RouteStock ,Red,France,"94–96. Barrel sample. A rich and powerful wine with great fruits and solid tannins. This shows the power as well as elegance of Merlot in 2012—dark, ripe and fruity. Dark structure and acidity shine at the finish.",Barrel Sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Trotanoy 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trotanoy-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Trotanoy 14.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot, this opens with spicy aromas of dried ginger, licorice and herb. It shows power and determination in terms of its bold fruit and concentration. Drink now, or hold it for 10 years.",Millepassi,60,94,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Donna Olimpia 1898 2009 Millepassi (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donna-olimpia-1898-2009-millepassi-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,1898,Donna Olimpia 1898 14.9,Red,US,"So rich and concentrated, this blend of 97% Syrah and 3% Viognier is mind-blowing. It has massive flavors of blackberries, cherries, dark chocolate and spices. But it's not just the delicious factor that grabs you, it's how pure and balanced the tannins and acids are.",La Sangre de Jonata,125,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Jonata 2007 La Sangre de Jonata Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jonata-2007-sangre-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Jonata 14.3,Red,US,"This is only the sixth vintage that the Vineyard Select has been produced. Spicy and tightly built, this dense effort is made from Cabernet Sauvignon that was sourced from three Walla Walla vineyards. Notes of fig, cassis, chocolate, coffee and fresh earth are enlivened by a hint of citrus rind. All in all, it's a complex, well-appointed showcase of fabulous flavors.",Vineyard Select,48,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Walla Walla Vintners 2009 Vineyard Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-vintners-2009-vineyard-select-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Walla Walla Vintners ,Red,France,"An elegant wine, this has dark tannins and a sumptuous texture, which is smoothed by generous fruit and acidity. On the finish, a spice note and a dry structure promise that this will age well.",Domaine du Château Gris Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Albert Bichot 2010 Domaine du Château Gris Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-domaine-chateau-gris-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2010,Albert Bichot ,White,France,"Toasty, fruity and opulent, this wine also reveals a tight edge of grapefruit-like acidity and some steeliness. Pineapple and apricot flavors are finished with a touch of wood-derived vanilla. It's a wine for aging.",Domaine du Pavillon Les Charmes Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Meursault,,Albert Bichot 2010 Domaine du Pavillon Les Charmes Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-domaine-pavillon-charmes-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2010,Albert Bichot 14.4,Red,US,"Mike Januik's Cabernet Sauvignons are intellectual wines. They don't rush out to greet you with jammy, gooey flavors; instead, they are hard and compact like coiled steel. They offer potential rather than immediate pleasure. This selection is powerful and muscular, and it offers notes of metal, gravel and cassis.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,45,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Januik 2009 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2009-ciel-cheval-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Januik 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Petit Verdot delivers blackberry, cherry and cassis flavors, followed by rum cake, leather and tobacco shadings. Firm tannins and bright acids give this wine aging potential. Peter Warren Selections & Planet Wine.",,39,93,Tuscany,Maremma,,Podere San Cristoforo 2010 Maremma,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-san-cristoforo-2010-petit-verdot-maremma/,Petit Verdot,2010,Podere San Cristoforo 12.5,White,US,"One wishes that Mike Januik made more Rieslings, as the few he's made from Bacchus Vineyard fruit have been excellent. This is made in a bright, spicy, palate-pleasing style, and it offers lively flavors of citrus, orange and pear. A hint of mint, a splash of jasmine tea, and an engaging, long, refreshing finish all add to the pleasure.",Bacchus Vineyard,20,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik 2011 Bacchus Vineyard Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2011-bacchus-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2011,Januik 13.5,Red,France,"Powerful and structured, this wine is made from fruit sourced from a vineyard that is almost completely surrounded by some of Burgundy's greatest grand crus. The wine is juicy, and its ripe fruits pour through the dense tannins, making this feel balanced already, but this is a wine for long-term aging.",Les Suchots Premier Cru,120,93,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Louis Jadot 2010 Les Suchots Premier Cru (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2010-suchots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2010,Louis Jadot 14.1,White,US,"Zippy, zesty acidity balances the ripe pear, lime and tropical fruit flavors. There are also rich streaks of buttered toast and vanilla bean from having matured in oak, as well as a yeastiness from having aged on its lees. Dry and complex, this wine is meant to be consumed with crab and buttered bread.",Boon's Fly Hill,50,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Kazmer & Blaise 2010 Boon's Fly Hill Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kazmer-blaise-2010-boons-fly-hill-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2010,Kazmer & Blaise ,White,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. With no sweet Sauternes made at Suduiraut in 2012, this wine was produced along with a second-label sweet wine. While this is dry, there is a warm, almost honeyed character that comes from apricot and peach flavors. Deliciously ripe.",S de Suduiraut Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Suduiraut 2012 S de Suduiraut Barrel Sample (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suduiraut-2012-s-barrel-sample-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Suduiraut 13.5,Red,France,"This wine is structured, but it has ripe red fruit that cushions the firm tannins. It is dense, and it offers a fine harmony of flavors as well as a burst of acidity on the finish. With its tannins, this should age for many years.",Les Porêts-Saint-Georges Premier Cru,100,92,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine Faiveley 2010 Les Porêts-Saint-Georges Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-faiveley-2010-porets-saint-georges-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Faiveley 14.3,Red,US,"This Syrah feels jammy and tannic, but beyond the toughness exist intense flavors of blackberries and cherries that taste like they were baked in pie crust, with additional notes of dried currant, anise, grilled meat and cedar. It's dry and astringent, and all indications point to its ageability. Give this 6–7 years.",Obsidian Vineyard,90,92,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Donelan 2010 Obsidian Vineyard Syrah (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donelan-2010-obsidian-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-knights-valley/,Syrah,2010,Donelan ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. Rich and soft, this wine has fine acidity and sweet black fruits. It has a good depth of rich flavor, and a palate that's rounded and smooth. The tannins show a velvet character.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Marquis de Terme 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marquis-terme-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Marquis de Terme ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. This solid wine is dark with tannins and a dense, extracted texture. The palate is weighty with an intensely dry core and a serious, mineral character. For long-term aging.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Dassault 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dassault-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Dassault ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. Showing both a firm tannic structure and jammy black fruits, this is a finely ripe and full wine. It has spice, sweet fruits and a solid tannic core. A wine that is likely to age well.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Le Boscq 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-boscq-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Le Boscq 14,Red,Portugal,"Duas Quintas Reserva is now established as one of the benchmark wines in the Douro. This dark-colored effort has ripe, concentrated dark berry and herb flavors and a fine sense of tannic structure from wood aging. There's a strong sense of minerality as well, giving this richness and aging potential.",Duas Quintas Reserva,30,92,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 2010 Duas Quintas Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2010-duas-quintas-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Ramos-Pinto ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. While initially tough and almost too extracted, this firm, dark wine has intense density and spice from new wood. As it opens on the palate, slowly hints of juicy black-currant fruit and acidity comes through.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Troplong Mondot 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-troplong-mondot-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Troplong Mondot ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. A ripe and juicy wine that is very fruity, open and opulent. It's generous with a soft character, yet packed with jammy, Merlot-derived characteristics.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Rol Valentin 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rol-valentin-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Rol Valentin 14,Red,New Zealand,"Already complex, this luscious blend of fruity and savory nuances features black cherries and smoked meat notes that are wrapped in a silky glove of dusty tannins. It's approachable now, but it should age easily for another 5–7 years.",Block 5,75,92,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2010 Block 5 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2010-block-5-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2010,Felton Road 13.5,Red,Italy,"This riserva opens with intense tones of ripe cherry, chocolate, leather and light spice. The palate feels firm and smooth, with mild tannins and a rich, velvety texture.",Riserva di Famiglia,30,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Cecchi 2008 Riserva di Famiglia (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecchi-2008-riserva-famiglia-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Cecchi 14,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot, this offers a beautiful bouquet that's redolent of sweet cherry, candied fruit, Christmas spice and potpourri. The palate shows a soft richness that's balanced and lively without being cloying or heavy.",Lupicaia,,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello del Terriccio 2006 Lupicaia Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-terriccio-2006-lupicaia-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Castello del Terriccio 14.5,Red,Italy,"Aged for two years in oak barrels, this Petit Verdot is rich and concentrated, and it offers pretty aromas of blackberry, plum and bitter chocolate. Mild spice tones appear on the palate, but they don't overshadow the fruit.",Per Cecco,35,92,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Terre di Talamo 2008 Per Cecco (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-talamo-2008-per-cecco-petit-verdot-maremma-toscana/,Petit Verdot,2008,Terre di Talamo ,Red,Portugal,"A firm, structured wine, this is packed with dry tannins as well as rich blackberry and plum flavors. It's solid, chunky and full bodied, and it offers power and concentration. Age this for 4–5 years.",Outeiro,35,92,Alentejano,,,Terra d'Alter 2010 Outeiro Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-dalter-2010-outeiro-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2010,Terra d'Alter 14.9,Red,US,"This is a dry wine, yet the flavors of raspberries and cherries are sweet tasting. It has a delicate, silky mouthfeel, and the tart acids add plenty of cut. Pair this with grilled, broiled or pan-fried steak, served with mushrooms.",,42,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Rochelle 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,La Rochelle 14.5,Red,Italy,"This gorgeous expression of Syrah doles out rich, generous and ripe fruit flavors and a deeply textured, plush mouthfeel. Elegant notes of licorice and white pepper appear on the finish.",Regina di Renieri,30,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Renieri 2009 Regina di Renieri Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2009-regina-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2009,Renieri 14.3,Red,US,"Although this is currently aggressively oaky, this full, fleshy Merlot is on the path to excellence. Bright berry and plum flavors are kissed with notes of vanilla, cinnamon and toast, plus a hint of herb.",,38,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 2008 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2008,Reininger 15.2,Red,US,"Firm and muscular, this has a supple core of blue and purple fruits, plus balancing acids, ripe tannins and no overt oak influence. It's long and seamless.",Principia Reserve,85,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Rasa 2009 Principia Reserve Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rasa-2009-principia-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2009,Rasa 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"At 20 years, aged tawnies bear fruit and concentrated wood flavors, plus dry acidity. This is rich and poised, and it has a fine, full finish.",RP20 Quinta do Bom Retiro Tawny 20 Years,70,92,Port,,,Ramos-Pinto NV RP20 Quinta do Bom Retiro Tawny 20 Years (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-nv-rp20-quinta-bom-retiro-tawny-20-years-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Ramos-Pinto 14.4,Red,US,"This Pinot Noir is softer and more approachable than many of Swan's other new releases, so it's probably not as age worthy. But it feels smooth on the palate, and the flavors of raspberry cream, cherry pie and buttered toast are luscious.",Saralee's Vineyard,35,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2009 Saralee's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2009-saralees-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Joseph Swan Vineyards ,Red,France,91–93. Barrel sample. Firm tannins guard the ripe blackberry flavors on this rich wine. Spice and sweet tannins add to the intensity.,Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Pointe 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pointe-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château la Pointe ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. This is a smooth and ripe wine with firm, fine fruit flavors accented with a touch of spice and licorice. Acidity and dark tannins add balance and structure.",La Chapelle de la Mission Haut-Brion Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2012 La Chapelle de la Mission Haut-Brion Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mission-haut-brion-2012-chapelle-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château La Mission Haut-Brion ,White,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. This full bodied wine is soft and warm in style, yet exhibits some crisp, fresh fruitiness and minerality behind it's ripe, rich profile.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Bergey 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bergey-2012-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Haut-Bergey 14,Red,Italy,"Balifico stands apart thanks to its dark, rich appearance and generous aromas. The blend is Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon, and together these grapes offer notes of cherry and cassis, plus touches of dried rosemary and toasted spice. In contrast to the boldness of the bouquet, the palate is fine, polished and long-lasting.",Balifico,57,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Volpaia 2008 Balifico Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-2008-balifico-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Volpaia 14,Red,Portugal,"Touriga Nacional and Cabernet Sauvignon merge seamlessly in this richly structured but fruity wine. It is densely concentrated, with a line of tannins cutting through the blackberry fruit flavors. Firm, textured and likely to age well, this is impressive.",Forma de Arte Reserva,15,92,Tejo,,,Quinta do Casal Monteiro 2009 Forma de Arte Reserva Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-casal-monteiro-2009-forma-arte-reserva-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta do Casal Monteiro 13,Red,France,"A sweet cherry aroma sets the scene for this fruity, firmly structured wine. The juicy red-berry fruit is balanced by a smoky tannic character. This will be a pleasure to drink in a year, and it can also age longer.",Vieilles Vignes,82,92,Burgundy,Volnay,,Maison Roche de Bellene 2010 Vieilles Vignes (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-bellene-2010-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2010,Maison Roche de Bellene 14.5,Red,Italy,"This expression of Merlot is soft and plush, and it offers layers of cherry, raspberry and soft spice. Oak-derived aromas of toasted almond and clove are delicate and well integrated.",I'Rennero,61,92,Tuscany,Val di Cornia Suvereto,,Gualdo del Re 2007 I'Rennero Merlot (Val di Cornia Suvereto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gualdo-re-2007-irennero-merlot-val-cornia-suvereto/,Merlot,2007,Gualdo del Re ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. This wine is the second wine of Ducru-Beaucaillou, sourced from a vineyard in the heart of Saint-Julien. It's rich and dense, with plenty of firm tannins. The fruit is already delicious and ripe with black currant and berries.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Croix de Beaucaillou 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croix-beaucaillou-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Croix de Beaucaillou ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. Surrounded by the city of Libourne, Quinault l'Enclos has produced a Merlot-dominated wine that's ripe and soft on the palate. There's a good sense of structure, balancing fresh black-currant flavors with delicious acidity.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Quinault L'Enclos 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-quinault-lenclos-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Quinault L'Enclos ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. A ripe and fruity wine, this exhibits an well-structured balance of acidity and sweet tannins. It has weight, richness, and a fine fruitiness.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Petit-Village 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-petit-village-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Petit-Village 12.5,White,Slovenia,"This has ebullient aromas of cherry blossom, grapefruit and yuzu peel. Structurally complex, this has concentrated flavors of sour plum and pink grapefruit. It's brisk with acidity, and there's a lavish minerality that lingers long on the finish.",Veliko,50,92,Brda,,,Movia 2007 Veliko White (Brda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/movia-2007-veliko-white-brda/,White Blend,2007,Movia 14.5,Red,US,"Made from fruit from what many consider to be the finest site for growing Syrah in the state, this wine opens gracefully to reveal scents of plump berry, vanilla and tobacco. Briefly aged in a mix of one- and two-year-old French oak barrels, it offers concentrated berry and black cherry flavors that never turn syrupy. The crisp acidity suggests cellaring for up to a decade.",Boushey Vineyard Liberté,40,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Maison Bleue 2010 Boushey Vineyard Liberté Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bleue-2010-boushey-vineyard-liberte-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2010,Maison Bleue 13,White,France,"This is a wood-aged style of Chablis, but the toast has been applied discreetly. Rich, full bodied and structured, this wine is full of ripe yellow-fruit, spice and red apple flavors. Its acidity makes this a juicy expression.",Vaudésir Grand Cru,85,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Vaudésir Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-vaudesir-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 14.1,White,US,"Roughly half of the blend is made from fruit that comes from 30-year-old vines. An addition of 6% Muscat adds a scent of tree fruit, and the lovely citrus and stone fruit flavors are enhanced by a fresh-baked bread note. It has excellent concentration and impeccable balance, plus a long, satisfying finish.",,27,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2011 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2011-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Forgeron ,Red,France,"The grapes to make this rich, ripe wine were sourced from vines that were planted in the 1980s. The vineyard, which is located next to Bonnes Mares, yields wines that have an open, generous style, plus elements of structure that lend aging potential. Ready to drink in two years, but it should age well for many more.",Les Véroilles,,92,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Bruno Clair 2010 Les Véroilles (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bruno-clair-2010-veroilles-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Bruno Clair 14.1,Red,US,"As this is currently quite heavy in blackberry and blueberry jam, cola, orange zest and oaky flavors, it needs more time to knit together. The integrity of the acid-tannin structure should help the wine develop for at least the next six years. If you choose to open it before then, decant it for a couple of hours.",,57,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Bien Nacido 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bien-nacido-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bien Nacido 13.5,Red,France,"With its firm tannins and structure, this is a wine that's made in the traditional Nuits-St.-Georges style. But it's also packed with ripe red fruit, and it has a jammy character and an open feel. There is no doubt that this is a wine to age for at least five years.",Les Damodes Premier Cru,100,92,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine Faiveley 2010 Les Damodes Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-faiveley-2010-damodes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Faiveley ,Red,France,"This wine shows the structured side of Gevrey-Chambertin. The vineyard is situated at the opening of a small side valley, a location that allows the grapes to ripen slowly. This is elegant and structured, and it's full of solid tannins as well as cherry and red berry flavors. Age this for 7–8 years.",Lavaux Saint-Jacques Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Albert Bichot 2010 Lavaux Saint-Jacques Premier Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-lavaux-saint-jacques-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Albert Bichot 14,Red,Italy,"This blend opens with ripe aromas that recall blueberry and strawberry jam, followed by notes of spice, chocolate and moist tobacco. The finish is soft and velvety, and it comes with a touch of plush richness. This is complex and balanced.",Camartina,150,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Agricola Querciabella 2008 Camartina Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-querciabella-2008-camartina-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Agricola Querciabella ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. Rich blackberry fruits are surrounded by a dense structure on this wine. The palate is ripe, but balanced with acidity, juiciness and a solid concentrated character.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Belgrave 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belgrave-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Belgrave ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. This is a full-bodied wine that shows signs of bitter extraction. It has weight, certainly, along with signs of dark-plum fruits to go with the firm tannins. A complex aftertaste promises well.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Lascombes 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lascombes-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Lascombes ,Dessert,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. Fragrant aromas mark this almost delicate wine. While it does have richness and a full textured character, it's the lively acidity and crispness that gives it great elegance.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey 2012 Barrel Sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafaurie-peyraguey-2012-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. Rich, smooth mint and polished tannins give this wine a ripe, opulent feel. It benefits from the fine Cabernet of Pauillac, which adds structure and juicy black currant acidity.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château La Fleur Peyrabon 2012 Barrel Sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-peyrabon-2012-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château La Fleur Peyrabon ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. This is a dense, complex wine that's full of dark tannins piled atop ripe black-plum fruits. The wine has richness as well as lively acidity.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château du Tertre 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tertre-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château du Tertre 15,Red,Italy,"Tobacco, leather and graham cracker notes open the nose of this bold and chewy Merlot. There are flavors of dark cherry, plum and cassis, followed by touches of tangy spices. The tannins are round and soft, and the palate has a dense, chewy quality that would pair with succulent meat dishes.",Sonoro,60,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Ceralti 2009 Sonoro Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceralti-2009-sonoro-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2009,Ceralti 14.3,Red,US,"This dry, complex Cabernet Sauvignon bears classic Napa tannins, plus layers of blackberry, black currant, violet, mineral and cedar flavors. The grapes were grown in the Coombsville area. Drink now, after decanting, and continue to drink it through 2016.",Eminence,55,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bougetz 2010 Eminence Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bougetz-2010-eminence-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Bougetz 14.4,Red,US,"Here you'll find a supple melding of red fruit flavors that are accented by a mocha note. The Red Mountain minerality is found in the muscular frame, which resolves into astringent, delicately chalky tannins.",Ciel du Cheval,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2009 Ciel du Cheval Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2009-ciel-cheval-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Cadence 13.5,Red,Israel,"This Bordeaux-style blend is made from 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Petit Verdot, 5% Merlot, 5% Malbec and 2% Cabernet Franc, and promises great longevity despite its already somewhat advanced age. It's dense and thick, with concentrated notes of cassis, blackberry, tanned leather, licorice root and peppery spice. The medium tannins are fine, but with good grip on the palate, leading into a long finish laced with hints of heady herbs and black tea. Drink 2015–2020.",Limited Edition,85,92,Upper Galilee,,,Carmel 2007 Limited Edition Red (Upper Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2007-limited-edition-red-upper-galilee/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Carmel 14.5,White,US,"From the beguiling aromatics to the thrilling palate that's saturated with flavors of citrus flesh and rind, tangerine and green apple, this Viognier offers superb focus. The length and detail are noteworthy, but the taste is simply delicious.",,16,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Watermill 2011 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/watermill-2011-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2011,Watermill 14.8,Red,US,"This is one of the most successful Syrah-Cabernet Franc blends in California. The Syrah brings blueberry and bacon flavors, and the Cabernet provides the black currant note and the tannic backbone. It's already delicious to drink, but allow it to breathe in a decanter for one or two hours.",Wavelength Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard,69,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,World's End 2009 Wavelength Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard Syrah-Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/worlds-end-2009-wavelength-sugarloaf-mountain-vineyard-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Syrah-Cabernet Franc,2009,World's End 14,Red,Italy,"An opulent blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, this delivers soft tones of cherry and mild chocolate, followed by subtle notes of leather and spice. It demonstrates overall balance, and its intensity is elegantly understated. The palate delivers firm but velvety tannins.",L'Alberello,75,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Grattamacco 2009 L'Alberello (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grattamacco-2009-lalberello-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2009,Grattamacco 14.5,Red,US,"Let this Pinot Noir age for at least 5–6 more years, because right now it's tannic and closed. The acidity gives the palate a citrus-like quality, and the concentrated core of cherries and currants is sweet, spicy, succulent and balanced.",Clone 115,55,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fess Parker 2010 Clone 115 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2010-clone-115-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Fess Parker 14,Red,Italy,"This has delicious red-fruit nuances that are backed by espresso, spice and leather tones. There's a meaty, savory quality that would pair well with breaded veal or lasagna. This is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot.",Le Corti Marsiliana,56,92,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Principe Corsini Fattoria Le Corti 2007 Le Corti Marsiliana (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-corsini-fattoria-le-corti-2007-marsiliana-red-maremma-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Principe Corsini Fattoria Le Corti 14.2,Red,US,"Made from 100% Cabernet, this is a classic Napa Valley wine. It's dry, but the fruit is sweetly ripe, and it has firm, supple tannins and balancing acids. The rich flavors are of dark chocolate and black currants, with a heady note of summer blueberries. This will evolve over the years, but it's best enjoyed soon for its sheer deliciousness.",Tietjen Vineyard,72,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Monticello Vineyards 2009 Tietjen Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-2009-tietjen-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Monticello Vineyards 13,White,France,"Crisp and elegant in feel, this has apricot and peach flavors that are balanced by the tight structure and the green-fruit-like acidity. The layers of toast have integrated with the ebullient fruit character and the taut, minerally finish. For aging 3–4 years.",Dents du Chien Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Dents du Chien Premier Cru (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-dents-chien-premier-cru-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 13.5,White,France,"This is a rich, rounded wine, yet it also expresses a tight texture and nervy acidity. The toast influence is still dominating, although the fruitiness of this ripe selection is also showing. With its weight and structure, this is a prime candidate to age for several years.",Charmes Premier Cru,105,92,Burgundy,Meursault,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Charmes Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-charmes-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 14.5,Red,US,"On the palate, this wine is rich and complex, with flavors of dried cherry, cola, licorice, red currant and sandalwood that finish bone dry. It has lots of acidity and some sandpaper-like tannins. This should begin to develop bottle-age notes after 2016.",Garey Ranch Vineyard,48,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Nagy 2010 Garey Ranch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nagy-2010-garey-ranch-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Nagy 14.5,Red,US,"An outstanding Reserve, this opens with potent aromas of spice and cacao, which lead onto a muscular, sleek and stylish palate that shows terrific depth of black fruits. The wine has exceptional structure, and it remains nuanced, with details of earth and stem.",Reserve,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Columbia Crest 13.9,White,US,"Racy, clean and seemingly bone dry, this wine is elegant and almost shy in its approach. Food friendly and Chablis-like, it has plenty of citrus, cream, mineral and toast subtleties. The fruit was sourced from a vineyard located in the westernmost part of the valley, and hence one of the coolest. Drink now–2018.",,43,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Solomon Hills 2010 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solomon-hills-2010-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Solomon Hills 13.5,White,France,"A rich, spicy wine, this shows flavors of new wood and ripe yellow fruit. The concentrated palate reveals juicy pear and peach juice flavors and a tight, minerally structure. Dense vineyard planting and 35-year-old vines bring out extra intensity and complexity.",Les Chenevottes Premier Cru,88,92,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Maison Roche de Bellene 2010 Les Chenevottes Premier Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-bellene-2010-chenevottes-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Maison Roche de Bellene 15,Red,Italy,"This blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon shows remarkable richness and smoothness. It delivers bright, fresh tones of black cherry and blackberry that are backed by touches of leather and tobacco. It's velvety and taut, not too heavy or extracted.",Francesca Romana,,92,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Terenzi 2008 Francesca Romana (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terenzi-2008-francesca-romana-red-maremma-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Terenzi ,White,US,"This opulent wine opens with a blast of buttered toast and tropical fruit aromas. The flavors are complex, with swirls of pineapple, pear, yeast, toast and cinnamon. Drink now–2015.",Charles Ranch,48,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Martinelli 2009 Charles Ranch Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinelli-2009-charles-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Martinelli 13.5,White,France,"This is a round, rich and soft style of Chardonnay. It feels generous, and its yellow fruit flavor pushes through the acidity. It slowly opens to reveal complex tropical-fruit notes, and it will develop further, so give it another four years.",Le Clos Blanc Grèves Premier Cru,75,92,Burgundy,Beaune,,Louis Jadot 2010 Le Clos Blanc Grèves Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2010-le-clos-blanc-greves-premier-cru-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,2010,Louis Jadot 14.2,Red,US,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, this wine's fruit is sourced entirely from the Conner Lee Vineyard. The superjuicy black-cherry flavor is balanced by generous acidity. Vibrant and full, long and fresh, this could age gracefully for a decade or more.",,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kaella 2010 Meritage (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaella-2010-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-columbia-valley-wa/,Meritage,2010,Kaella 14.8,White,US,"Upfront citrus, tropical fruit, peach and apple flavors mark this rich Chardonnay, plus notes of buttered toast and caramel. The opulence is balanced by crisp acidity and stony minerality.",Dutton Ranch Morelli Lane,65,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Rochelle 2010 Dutton Ranch Morelli Lane Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2010-dutton-ranch-morelli-lane-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,La Rochelle 13.3,White,US,"This pure Marsanne was whole-cluster pressed and fermented in French oak barrels—30% of which were new. It's full and flavorful, and it has a lemony richness that's streaked with veins of butterscotch and marzipan. As with all of this winery's 2011 white wines, the aromatics are excellent and the length is exceptional.",Boushey Vineyard Petite Joie,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Maison Bleue 2011 Boushey Vineyard Petite Joie Marsanne (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bleue-2011-boushey-vineyard-petite-joie-marsanne-columbia-valley-yakima/,Marsanne,2011,Maison Bleue 14.8,Red,US,"This blend showcases Grenache and Mourvèdre, with small amounts of Syrah, Counoise and Carignan. Raspberry, cherry and chocolate flavors combine with and are enlivened by a dash of white pepper. Excellent focus and length suggest that this can be cellared for at least five years.",Cuvée Elena,40,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Syncline 2010 Cuvée Elena Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2010-cuvee-elena-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Syncline 14.5,Red,New Zealand,"This powerful, intense Bordeaux-style blend includes (in decreasing amounts) Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine is richly textured, and it offers ripe boysenberry and cassis fruit, layered with supple tannins and smoky oak. Approachable now, but it will probably be better in five years, and it could still be going strong in 10 years.",Ironclad,45,92,Waiheke Island,,,Man O' War 2009 Ironclad Red (Waiheke Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-o-war-2009-ironclad-red-waiheke-island/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Man O' War 13.5,Red,Italy,"You'll love the way this wine builds in intensity on the nose and on the palate. The blend is Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, and together the varieties deliver bright berry flavors and firm structure.",,70,92,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Rocca di Frassinello 2010 Maremma Toscana,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-frassinello-2010-red-maremma-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Rocca di Frassinello 13.8,Red,US,"A real flatterer, this is instantly appealing for its upfront raspberry, cherry and currant flavors. There's subtlety to the acid-tannin structure, and it finishes with notes of dried herbs and tobacco. This needs a few years to come together.",Wolff Vineyard,28,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Phantom Rivers 2008 Wolff Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phantom-rivers-2008-wolff-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Phantom Rivers 13.5,White,Italy,"Intense, generous aromas of white flower, passion fruit, citrus blossom and crushed stone comprise the nose. This blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay offers impressive intensity and a long, spicy finish.",Paleo,75,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Le Macchiole 2010 Paleo White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-macchiole-2010-paleo-white-toscana/,White Blend,2010,Le Macchiole 13.5,White,France,"Round, opulent and generous, this wine has yellow-fruit flavors that are paired with lime-like acidity, creating a balanced feel. The toast note is still showing strongly, and it needs a few years to settle.",Referts Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Referts Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-referts-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 14.5,Red,US,"Made from three-quarters Cabernet Sauvignon, this Bordeaux-style blend is beautifully built, and it reveals fascinating threads of flavor. Notes of plum, fig, rum-soaked pound cake and a pat of butter are delicate and perfectly balanced.",,36,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Walla Walla Vintners 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-vintners-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Walla Walla Vintners 13.5,Red,France,"This is a closed, smoke-filled wine, and its tannins and toasty wood character currently dominate, which gives it a bitter edge. It has richness, with hints of juicy fruit that sit under the structure. Give it at least six years.",Collection,93,92,Burgundy,Corton,,L. Tramier & Fils 2009 Collection (Corton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/l-tramier-fils-2009-collection-pinot-noir-corton/,Pinot Noir,2009,L. Tramier & Fils 13,Red,France,"Big, bold and cuddly, this wine's tannins are cushioned by the red berry fruit and attractive acidity. It has weight and a rich feeling, and the dry edge offers the possibility of aging. This small clos is exclusive to Jaffelin.",Sur les Grèves Clos Saint-Anne Premier Cru,57,92,Burgundy,Beaune,,Jaffelin 2009 Sur les Grèves Clos Saint-Anne Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2009-sur-greves-clos-saint-anne-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2009,Jaffelin 12.6,White,US,"This is made from fruit that was sourced from the same vineyard and picked at the same brix level as Foundry's Stainless Chardonnay bottling. But here the toast of new oak adds a lovely flavor to the smooth butterscotch and apple notes. It opens gracefully and quickly, but the Stainless bottling has more grip and complexity.",Oak,28,92,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Foundry Vineyards 2011 Oak Chardonnay (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foundry-vineyards-2011-oak-chardonnay-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Foundry Vineyards 14,Red,New Zealand,"Winemaker Blair Walter has dialed up the intensity in this powerfully concentrated bottling, which packs ample black-cherry fruit and sturdy notes of hickory smoke, cured meat and dark coffee. Despite the wine's considerable weight, the tannins are supple enough to make it approachable now.",Block 3,79,92,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2010 Block 3 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2010-block-3-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2010,Felton Road 14,Red,Italy,"Winemaker Elisabetta Geppetti is a beautiful and dynamic woman, with a firm grasp on Sangiovese and Scansano. Her riserva offers ripe fruit, wonderful softness and hints of wild brush and scrub oak in the background.",Poggio Valente Riserva,50,92,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Fattoria Le Pupille 2008 Poggio Valente Riserva (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-le-pupille-2008-poggio-valente-riserva-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2008,Fattoria Le Pupille ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. This very dry wine shows remarkable chocolate and licorice extraction. It's currently dark, firm, concentrated and solid, but as it develops, it's sure to be a considerable force to be reckoned with.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Malartic-Lagravière 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malartic-lagraviere-2012-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Malartic-Lagravière ,Red,France,91–93. Barrel sample. There's a dry character to this wine. It's concentrated in tannins with a bitterness that leads to a new-wood and spice character. The fruit is still in the background here.,Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lynch-Moussas 2012 Barrel Sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lynch-moussas-2012-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Lynch-Moussas ,White,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. This is a ripe, full-bodied wine with rich apricot flavor accented with bright acidity and notes of ginger. A finely balanced wine that finishes on a lovely green-plum note.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Latour-Martillac 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-martillac-2012-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Latour-Martillac ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. This is a densely tannic wine with juiciness showing quite tardily through the tannins. The wine has a very dry, firm character with acidity that finishes on a bright, fresh note.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Beaumont 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaumont-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Beaumont ,Red,France,"Currently dominated by tannins, this wine is rich and structured, and it demonstrates the potential of its huge fruit and weight. The final note of this age-worthy wine is smokiness from wood aging.",,,92,Burgundy,Corton-Rognet,,Domaine Champy 2010 Corton-Rognet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-champy-2010-pinot-noir-corton-rognet/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Champy ,Red,France,91–93. Barrel sample. The second wine of Château Valandraud is richly powered by spice from new wood and delicate acidity. It's smooth—showing opulent tannins—and attractive freshness.,Virginie de Valandraud Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Valandraud 2012 Virginie de Valandraud Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valandraud-2012-virginie-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Valandraud ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. This wine is rich, with delicious fruitiness, as well as ripe black fruits. With all this opulence, however, there is also great freshness and crispness that comes from the Cabernet in the blend.",Alter Ego de Château Palmer Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Palmer 2012 Alter Ego de Château Palmer Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-palmer-2012-alter-ego-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Palmer 14.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this is packed with Tuscan sunshine and intensity. Notes of blackberry, leather, tobacco and dark chocolate are recognizeable. It's dense and thick, yet it delivers soft, velvety sensations on the finish.",Alfeo,30,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Ceralti 2009 Alfeo (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceralti-2009-alfeo-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2009,Ceralti 14,Red,Italy,Brancaia definitely makes the short list of Tuscany's most admired wine estates. This riserva is tightly packed with delicate aromas ranging from berry fruit to cigar box to blue flower. The whole ensemble shows beautiful restraint and balance.,Riserva,40,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Brancaia 2009 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancaia-2009-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Brancaia 14,Red,Italy,"This is a blend of Bordeaux grapes sourced from the Riparbella Vineyard, which is located at 1,500 feet above sea level in Maremma. The property belongs to the Ferragamo fashion family. The tannins are velvety, firm and do a great job of supporting the bright flavors of black fruit and spice.",Prima Pietra,77,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castiglion del Bosco 2008 Prima Pietra Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castiglion-bosco-2008-prima-pietra-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Castiglion del Bosco 14,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and Petit Verdot, this is generous in terms of its aromatic intensity and persistence. The wine opens with tones of espresso, dark berry, sweet spice and chocolate. The mouthfeel is smooth, rich and opulent.",Varvàra,29,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Castello di Bolgheri 2010 Varvàra (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bolgheri-2010-varvara-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Castello di Bolgheri 14,Red,Italy,"This bright Brunello shows elegance and finesse, and it offers pretty aromas of cherry, blackberry, cassis, leather, spice and tobacco. The palate is firm and compact, with a long finish that bears sweet-tasting fruit flavors and silky tannins.",,49,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casisano Colombaio 2007 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casisano-colombaio-2007-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Casisano Colombaio 14.5,Red,US,"As usual, the 2009 Bello Rosso is a 50-50 blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon. Almost magisterial, this wine is forceful and balanced, and it is packed with black fruits that are matched to the perfectly ripe tannins.",Bello Rosso,32,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walla Walla Vintners 2009 Bello Rosso Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-vintners-2009-bello-rosso-italian-red-cabernet-sauvignon-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese,2009,Walla Walla Vintners 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Deep gold in color, this is a finely perfumed, toffee-rich wine, with a tannic edge, wood flavor, intense acidity and great concentration. It's a great example of aged tawny, and it's ready to drink now.",RP30 Tawny 30 Years,105,93,Port,,,Ramos-Pinto NV RP30 Tawny 30 Years (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-nv-rp30-tawny-30-years-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Ramos-Pinto ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. This is a spicy, fruity wine that has excellent acidity and a rounded, fruity character. It has some extraction, giving a bitter edge, while the final effect is a rich, juicy Merlot.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Marojallia 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marojallia-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Marojallia 13,Red,France,"This bears a ripe, fruity character as well as enormous structure and power. It offers a black plum flavor, a dense texture and concentration. The firm, dry tannins and the hint of wood aging promise that this has a long future.",,270,93,Burgundy,Chambertin,,Maison Jessiaume 2010 Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-jessiaume-2010-pinot-noir-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Maison Jessiaume ,Red,France,"This firm, structured wine has ripe, restrained tannins that lend the palate a sense of elegance. It's a fruity selection, packed with acidity and red berry flavors, and it has a firm finish. Keep this for at least eight years.",,,93,Burgundy,Corton-Bressandes,,Domaine Champy 2010 Corton-Bressandes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-champy-2010-pinot-noir-corton-bressandes/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Champy 14,Red,Italy,"A 70-30 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this opens with oak-driven aromas of spice and toast, which give it a bold personality. Loads of bright cherry, blackberry, plum and licorice flavors appear on the palate to balance out the spice. Smooth but firm tannins give the wine structure and longevity.",Impronte,40,93,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Giorgio Meletti Cavallari 2009 Impronte (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giorgio-meletti-cavallari-2009-impronte-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2009,Giorgio Meletti Cavallari 14.3,Red,US,"Classic Fort Ross Pinot Noir, this is rich and textural. The flavors of raspberry parfait and cherry pie are spicy, honeyed and brightened by acidity. Drink now, but it will slowly evolve in the bottle over the next eight years.",Fort Ross Vineyard Reserve,65,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fort Ross Winery 2009 Fort Ross Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fort-ross-2009-vineyard-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Fort Ross Winery 14.5,Red,Italy,"This pure expression of Cabernet Franc opens with beautiful aromas of black fruit and spice, followed by bright accents of eucalyptus and dried ginger. The bold fruit component will definitely appeal to those who appreciate a generous and full style of wine. Drink after 2016.",Foglio 38,60,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fornacelle 2009 Foglio 38 Cabernet Franc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fornacelle-2009-foglio-38-cabernet-franc-toscana/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Fornacelle 14,Red,New Zealand,"Unusual for New Zealand Pinot Noir, this full-bodied bottling is structured firmly enough to warrant 2–3 years of cellaring. Earthy, savory notes that include roasted meat and coffee intertwine with black cherry and beetroot, while the tannins turn dusty on the finish.",Calvert,60,93,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2010 Calvert Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2010-calvert-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2010,Felton Road ,White,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. Warm, ripe, fruity and opulent, this wine has remarkable weight. Very rounded and rich on the palate, it boasts ripe apricot and dried peach flavor and a touch of pepper that reveals its alcohol.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-smith-haut-lafitte-2012-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Smith Haut Lafitte ,White,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. Bright, rich and fruity with a tropical pineapple and peach feel, this wine shows signs of wood aging while keeping its pure, fruity character. Ripe and full.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Olivier 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-olivier-2012-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Olivier ,Dessert,France,"92–94. Barrel Sample. This wine feels concentrated and densely structured with a great texture of spice, botrytis and acidity. It's a success for the vintage—full and richly structured—with fruit and dry botrytis well in balance.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château de Rayne Vigneau 2012 Barrel Sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rayne-vigneau-2012-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château de Rayne Vigneau ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. Ripe black currant and firm tannins combine well in this structured wine. It has a fine depth of a dusty texture, a wine that shows fine acidity, not heavy but full of fruit.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Brown 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brown-2012-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Brown ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. With marked acidity as well as black fruits, this is a wine with weight and richness. It has a dark core of firm tannins, although the aftertaste maintains the juiciness.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Brane-Cantenac 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brane-cantenac-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Brane-Cantenac ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. Wood and mint aromas yield a wine that is darkly tannic, with a distinct black-coffee flavor. It's a powerful, concentrated wine with fruit hiding behind the dense structure.",Barrel Sample,65,93,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Chateau La Tour Carnet 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-carnet-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Chateau La Tour Carnet ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. With so much spicy fruit, intensely ripe blackberry flavors and solid tannins, all the elements of excellence are here, and powered by a firm structure. This wine has weight and a fine Cabernet concentration.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Gruaud Larose 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gruaud-larose-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Gruaud Larose 14.5,Red,US,"This is the first Col Solare release to bear the Red Mountain appellation. It's a limited-production wine made from Klipsun, Kiona and estate-grown grapes. It feels tight, and it shows great depth of fruit, along with pencil lead, oreo cookie and smoke notes.",Component Collection,85,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Col Solare 2009 Component Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-solare-2009-component-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Col Solare ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. Made from grapes grown in a specific parcel in the Léoville Las Cases vineyard, Clos du Marquis is a ripe wine that's also promises seriously good aging. Tannins and structure dominate the black fruits and acidity.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Clos du Marquis 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-marquis-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Clos du Marquis 13.8,Red,US,"A Meritage blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, 4% Malbec and 1% Petit Verdot, this is deep, rich and chewy, without having excessive alcohol. The concentrated flavor of cassis is married to layers of clean earth, graphite and coffee grounds. The tannins are slightly grainy, fully ripe and wreathed in a smoke note, and the length is superb.",Dionysus,48,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2009 Dionysus Meritage (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2009-dionysus-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-columbia-valley-wa/,Meritage,2009,Arbor Crest ,Red,France,"Big and structured, this wine is currently dominated by tannins, but it shows a hint of its intense fruit and potential. The red and black fruits are rich and ripe, and they promise future balance. Age this for at least 7–8 years.",Domaine du Clos Frantin,,93,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Albert Bichot 2010 Domaine du Clos Frantin (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-domaine-clos-frantin-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2010,Albert Bichot 14,Red,Italy,"A blend of Merlot, Cabernet and Syrah, this shows outstanding intensity and length. It has long-lasting flavors of chocolate, bright cherry, spice and leather.",,30,93,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Le Macchiole 2010 Bolgheri,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-macchiole-2010-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Le Macchiole 13.1,Red,US,"This is fairly tannic for Pinot Noir, and it tastes bone dry and tart in acidity. The wild cherry flavor comes with hints of balsam, dusty brown spice, mineral and sandalwood. It shows all of the hallmarks of ageability, so cellar it until 2016, at the very least.",The Bohan-Dillon,32,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Hirsch 2010 The Bohan-Dillon Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hirsch-2010-bohan-dillon-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Hirsch 13.5,Red,France,"With its firm tannins and powerful fruit, the style of Clos de Vougeot is well expressed. It has weight, and it is loaded with juicy black fruits and acidity. With its dense texture, it's a wine for the long haul.",Collection,225,93,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,L. Tramier & Fils 2009 Collection (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/l-tramier-fils-2009-collection-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2009,L. Tramier & Fils ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. This is a ripe and smoky wine with lively acidity. It also has dense black fruits and a firmly tannic character that demands aging. Solid in texture, it's touched by notes of licorice with a bitter edge.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Providence 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-providence-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Providence ,Red,France,92–94. Barrel sample. This is a rich wine with smooth tannins and velvet texture. The palate has remarkable density and a full mouthfeel that's concentrated and firm. The fruit is ripe and juicy.,Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Olivier 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-olivier-2012-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Olivier ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. The only Grand Cru Classé on the sandy plain of Saint-Emilion, Monbousquet is producing great wines thanks to huge investments by owner Gerard Perse. This Merlot-dominated blend is ripe, spicy, rich and open.",Barrel Sample,80,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Monbousquet 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-monbousquet-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Monbousquet ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. An austere wine that has distinct acidity and a black-currant character. The texture is tannic and dry, but it's fragrant with a light green note that comes through at the end.",Pavillon Rouge de Château Margaux Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Margaux 2012 Pavillon Rouge de Château Margaux Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2012-pavillon-rouge-chateau-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Margaux ,White,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. This is a big, rich, spicy wine, with a generous, warm character. The palate boasts significant weight with ripe pear and apricot flavors that finish with a touch of ginger and minerality.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Larrivet Haut-Brion 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larrivet-haut-brion-2012-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Larrivet Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. Newly promoted to Premier Grand Cru Classé in 2012, this is a fine, concentrated wine, showing great style. It has weight and a delicious juiciness that is sustained by firm, dry tannins. Already a beautiful wine.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Larcis Ducasse 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larcis-ducasse-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Larcis Ducasse ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. There's great concentration here, on this powerful wine with very dry structure and dark character. The palate hints of a more perfumed character with fine fruitiness and lingering freshness on the finish.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Langoa Barton 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-langoa-barton-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Langoa Barton ,White,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. This is a ripe and beautifully generous wine. It's expressive with spice, tropical fruits and a rounded structure that shows off its deliciously full, fruity character. Very generous.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mission-haut-brion-2012-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château La Mission Haut-Brion 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, this bottling really struts its stuff in the elegant 2006 vintage. It opens with intense and finely polished aromas of berry, lead pencil, brimstone, leather and black currant. It feels tight, crisp and firm on the finish. Give it another 5–10 years of cellar aging.",Farnito,65,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Carpineto 2006 Farnito Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-2006-farnito-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Carpineto ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. This solidly tannic wine is powerful and firm. It's a very complete wine, showcasing fruit and tannin elements to give a complex, structured whole. A wine that is for long-term aging.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Kirwan 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-kirwan-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Kirwan ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. Solid and concentrated, this wine certainly shows great dryness as well as fruit. It has power and density, and a texture that balances new wood as well as the fruitiness.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Gloria 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gloria-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Gloria ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. This is a fruity wine, dominated by delicious black currant flavors. It has a firm background of fine, complex tannins and a fragrant, lingering aftertaste.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Faugères 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-faugeres-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Faugères ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. While initially severe with chocolate and dark coffee flavors, ripe fruitiness comes through on the mid palate. It's full bodied and dense in tannins, but a solid wine showing the continuing development of this property.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Duhart-Milon 2012 Barrel Sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-duhart-milon-2012-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Duhart-Milon ,White,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. This very textured, steely wine is serious and complex. With significant richness, a mineral character and a fine depth of fruit, this is a wine meant for aging.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de France 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-france-2012-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château de France ,Red,France,92–94. Barrel sample. This wine boasts big chocolate character along with ripe fruit. The palate is solid and generous with rounded Merlot flavor. It has remarkable weight with tannins surrounded by layers of delicious fruit.,Les Pagodes de Cos Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos d'Estournel 2012 Les Pagodes de Cos Barrel Sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-destournel-2012-pagodes-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Cos d'Estournel ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. This dense, extracted wine has dark coffee and bitter chocolate flavors that are followed by wood and tannins. The fruit is still obscured, and may need many years for its dark character to emerge.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Canon 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canon-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Canon 14.8,Red,US,"The fruit is sourced from a site that straddles Atlas Peak, but the vineyard is not exclusively located there, which is why this wine is labeled with the broad Napa Valley appellation. This 100% Syrah is extraordinarily rich, and it floods the mouth with flavors of blackberries and black currants, plus hints of crisp bacon and black pepper. Dry and tannic, it shows elegance and balance, and it will develop over the next six years.",Stagecoach Vineyard,60,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Patland 2008 Stagecoach Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patland-2008-stagecoach-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2008,Patland 14.1,Red,US,"You can smell and taste the damp, cool, forest countryside of the Russian River Valley in this wine. Flavors of earth, mushroom, decaying tree bark and pine needle are all present, and the notes of cherry, cola and pomegranate are intense. It's fairly tannic, with a crisp edge of acidity. Drink now–2015.",Great Oak Vineyard,35,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2009 Great Oak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2009-great-oak-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Joseph Swan Vineyards 13,Red,US,"Dry and tart in acidity, this Pinot Noir offers cherry-skin-like tannins that give the palate a brittle sensation. Give it 5–6 years to let the raspberry and cherry flavors meld with the notes of oak and mineral. It should last the next 15 years, gradually losing its fruit and gaining earthy, mushroomy complexities.",San Andreas Estate Vineyard,60,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Hirsch 2010 San Andreas Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hirsch-2010-san-andreas-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Hirsch 13,White,France,"The power of Corton-Charlemagne is apparent in this dense, ripe wine. Rich and generous, this selection has tropical fruit flavors that are balanced by citrus notes, and the wood influence acts as subtle support.",,173,93,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Maison Jessiaume 2010 Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-jessiaume-2010-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2010,Maison Jessiaume 14,Red,Italy,"Bordeaux consultant Denis Dubourdieu and winemaker Stefano Ferrante crafted this blend of Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. It's a bottle that raises the bar for the dozens of wines created by the Zonin family, the owners of this relatively new estate in Maremma. The result is rich and enticing, and it offers intense flavors of dark berry, leather, tobacco and bright cherry.",,30,93,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Rocca di Montemassi 2010 Maremma Toscana,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-montemassi-2010-red-maremma-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Rocca di Montemassi 14.5,Red,US,"As this wine constantly changes in the glass, it is one to linger over to enjoy all of its subtleties. It offers rich, complex cherry and currant flavors, and the oak influence brings mocha and toast notes. The tannins and acids shape the balanced mouthfeel. It can be consumed now, but it should develop additional nuances over the next eight years.",,57,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Solomon Hills 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solomon-hills-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Solomon Hills 14.2,Red,US,"This is an impressive 100% Cabernet that will reward some time in the cellar. It shows the dryness, hard tannins, full body and classic black currant and cedar flavors characteristic of the varietal. There is no doubt about its ageability, so hold until 2017, at least.",State Lane Vineyard,72,93,California,Napa,Yountville,Corley 2009 State Lane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corley-2009-state-lane-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Corley 14.2,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon has rich, flashy flavors of spice and crème de cassis, and it will reward some time in the cellar. The tannins are strong, but the wine is drinkable now after decanting and especially when paired with steak. It will soften and mellow in 7–8 years, and it should last at least 15 years while gradually losing fruit.",Reserve,80,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Corley 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corley-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Corley 14,Red,Italy,"Focused and tight in style, this wine has linear and elegant aromas of bright cherry, spice, dark chocolate and licorice. The blend is Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Sangiovese, and it shows firm, dry and dusty tannins on the finish.",Podere Grattamacco,105,93,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Collemassari 2009 Podere Grattamacco (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collemassari-2009-podere-grattamacco-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2009,Collemassari 13.5,Red,France,"A rich, red-fruited wine, this is packed with acidity and dry tannins, and it promises to age. Keep this complex selection for five years or more.",Les Perrières Premier Cru,56,93,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine de Bellene 2010 Les Perrières Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bellene-2010-perrieres-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine de Bellene 13,Red,France,"Ripe, full bodied and jammy, this wine is already a delight to the senses. It is rich, round and full of strawberry jelly flavor, layered with new-wood-derived spice. The wood element needs to become integrated, so keep this powerful bottling for at least five years.",Clos du Roi Premier Cru,92,93,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine de Bellene 2010 Clos du Roi Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bellene-2010-clos-roi-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine de Bellene ,White,France,"Along with the natural power of Corton-Charlemagne, this wine shows fragrant yellow-fruit and pineapple flavors, rich texture and a steely edge. The taut character and the orange zest and wood-derived flavors lend this selection crispness and aging potential. Keep it for at least seven years.",,,93,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Domaine Champy 2010 Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-champy-2010-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine Champy ,Red,France,"Situated up high on the slope behind the Vosne-Romanée grand crus, Les Champs Perdrix has produced a wine that blends structure with velvety fruit. Old vines have given this a dense character and ripe, juicy flavors. Age this for 8–9 years.",Les Champs Perdrix,,93,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Domaine Bruno Clair 2010 Les Champs Perdrix (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bruno-clair-2010-champs-perdrix-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Bruno Clair ,Red,France,"The fruit used to make this wine was sourced from low-yielding vines, some of which are 100 years old. Concentrated, structured and dense, this offers a blackberry flavor that is allied to the exquisite acidity. Age this for eight years or more.",La Dominode Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Domaine Bruno Clair 2010 La Dominode Premier Cru (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bruno-clair-2010-dominode-premier-cru-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Bruno Clair ,White,US,"This wine has great structure, with tart acidity and firm minerality that bolsters the flavors of pear and orange. It feels racy and elegant all the way through.",Cinghiale Vineyard Reserve,125,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Del Dotto 2010 Cinghiale Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dotto-2010-cinghiale-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Del Dotto 12.8,White,US,"This Chardonnay is dry and offers brilliant acidity. At first, it's austere, but then the core of citrus and tropical fruits becomes apparent and intense. The nervy acidity leads to a tight, zesty finish.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,35,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Chanin 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanin-2009-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Chanin 14,Red,Italy,"Dusty notes of brimstone and granite lift the bouquet of this concentrated blend of 85% Syrah and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon. Solid notes of dark cherry, blackberry, leather and tobacco bring up the rear. The complexity is outstanding, and this bottling will undoubtedly enjoy a long cellar life. Drink after 2016.",Poggio Querciolo,66,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Casa di Terra 2009 Poggio Querciolo Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-terra-2009-poggio-querciolo-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Casa di Terra 15,Red,Italy,"An 85-15 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this shows incredible intensity and gorgeous aromas of cherry, blackberry, oak-driven spice, chocolate and coffee. The round, velvety texture makes the palate feel supersupple and long, and the bright berry flavors demonstrate impressive endurance. Drink after 2015.",Maronea,75,93,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Casa di Terra 2009 Maronea (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-terra-2009-maronea-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2009,Casa di Terra 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a historic wine that consistently delivers an elegant interpretation of Tuscan Sangiovese (blended with 15% Malvasia Nera). It opens with bright pulses of cherry and raspberry, plus a dark tone of leather. The palate is silky, fresh and long-lasting.",I Sodi di San Niccolò,70,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castellare di Castellina 2008 I Sodi di San Niccolò Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2008-i-sodi-san-niccolo-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Castellare di Castellina 15.5,Red,US,"Rich and ripe, this Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant wine is filled out with Merlot and Cabernet Franc. It has enormous flavors of cherry tart, cassis, mocha and toast, and they seem to change with every sip. The tannin structure is smooth, with a dusty astringency that provides grip. Already excellent, this should develop bottle complexity over the next 6–8 years.",,60,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Terlato 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Terlato 14,Red,Italy,"This Tuscan blend opens with inky dark concentration and soft aromas of ripe cherry and chocolate fudge. You can taste the plump, ripe and opulent flavors that will carry this age-worthy wine far into the future. The tannins are smooth and soft: Drink after 2016.",Le Serre Nuove,90,93,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 2010 Le Serre Nuove (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-dellornellaia-2010-le-serre-nuove-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 14,Red,Italy,"Formerly Tenuta di Biserno, Tenuta dei Pianali produces Coronato specifically for the U.S. market. This blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc opens with bold and fleshy cherry fruit backed by savory tones of pipe tobacco, leather, chocolate and exotic spice. The wine is full, soft and generous on the palate. Drink now or hold five more years.",Coronato,45,93,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta dei Pianali 2008 Coronato (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-pianali-2008-coronato-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Tenuta dei Pianali ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. With so much spicy fruit, intensely ripe blackberry flavors and solid tannins, all the elements of excellence are here, and powered by a firm structure. This wine has weight and a fine Cabernet concentration.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste 2012 Barrel Sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-puy-lacoste-2012-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. This concentrated wine is packed with new wood as well as dark chocolate flavors. The palate is dense with bitter, extracted coffee flavors, but balanced by lively, lingering acidity.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Corbin-Despagne 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-corbin-despagne-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Grand Corbin-Despagne ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. This wine has weight and tannins that offer good structure, but it's the ripe, rich fruit that dominates. It's powerful and complex, and likely to age well.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Figeac 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-figeac-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Figeac ,White,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. Spice and green-plum flavors meld beautifully in this wine that's already showing deliciously. It has a fine, mineral texture that makes it edgy and tight on the palate. Acidity cuts straight through the palate like a fine laser.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Malartic-Lagravière 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malartic-lagraviere-2012-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Malartic-Lagravière 14.4,Red,US,"Nuanced, expressive and floral, this demonstrates balance between the tannins and mushroom-kissed Bing-cherry flavor. The palate feels soft, silky and round, and the layer of dark chocolate is the perfect finishing touch. Age it for 5–7 years, but it is also enjoyable now.",Ferrington Vineyard,58,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Arista 2010 Ferrington Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2010-ferrington-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Arista 14.5,Red,US,"This wine offers complex flavors of sour cherry candy, persimmon, mushroom, spice and dried herb, brightened by crisp acidity. The oak influence provides smoky sweetness and wood tannins. This should continue to develop for six years or so.",Inocencio,44,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Toretti's 2009 Inocencio Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torettis-2009-inocencio-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Toretti's 14.2,Red,US,"One of the last 2007s to be released, and it's still nowhere near ready to drink. It's astringent and bone dry, but it's also elegant. Complex flavors of blackberries, black currants, green olives, anise and cedar abound. It demonstrates the balance of the 2007 vintage and the ageability of Spring Mountain wines. Cellar this for 8–10 years, and it won't be surprising if this still shows well at the age of 20.",Estate Bottled,45,93,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Smith-Madrone 2007 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-madrone-2007-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Smith-Madrone 14,Red,Italy,"Perbruno opens with spicy notes of black pepper, clove and Christmas spice that make a bold and delicious first impression. After a few minutes, it delivers notes of black fruit, cherry, pipe tobacco and leather. Oak shadings give the wine a dense and rich finish.",Perbruno,33,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,I Giusti e Zanza 2009 Perbruno Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-giusti-e-zanza-2009-perbruno-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2009,I Giusti e Zanza ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. A very dry and tannic wine, this is hard edged, showing distinct minerality and a dry, gravelly feel. It has herbal notes, followed by rich spice and dark, brooding fruits. A powerful wine with a sense of extraction.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Pape Clément 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pape-clement-2012-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Pape Clément ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. Tight, firm and mineral in style, this wine is dark with expressive tannins cast over black fruits. As always, the wine is a complex expression of its fine terroir.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Les Astéries 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/asteries-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Les Astéries 14.8,Red,US,"Power and depth mark this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Syrah. Midnight black in color, this has thick tannins, and sweet and savory flavors of blackberry jam, chocolate, bacon, black pepper and vanilla. It should continue to develop over the next six years, at least.",Terra Del Cuore,60,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Patland 2009 Terra Del Cuore Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patland-2009-terra-cuore-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Patland 13,Red,France,"Santenots, like most premier crus, is located halfway down the slope. This is structured, yet it remains ripe and fruity, and it shows off the voluptuous texture that's characteristic of Volnay. There is fine balance between the acidity and fruit, and the dry core promises aging potential.",Santenots Premier Cru,70,93,Burgundy,Volnay,,Louis Jadot 2010 Santenots Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2010-santenots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2010,Louis Jadot 13.5,Red,France,"Clos des Varoilles is completely owned by Domaine des Varoilles. This wine is rich and full in the mouth, and it combines opulence with a big, solid structure. Certainly requiring age, this is packed with ripe red-berry and black cherry flavors, layered with dark, smoky tannins.",Clos des Varoilles Vieilles Vignes Premier Cru,180,93,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine des Varoilles 2010 Clos des Varoilles Vieilles Vignes Premier Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-varoilles-2010-clos-vieilles-vignes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine des Varoilles 14.5,Red,Italy,"This blend of seven grapes (Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Sangiovese are present in the largest quantities) presents brawny, masculine aromas of leather, tobacco, cured meat and dark fruit. It feels on the ripe side, with chewy prune and plum flavors that are backed by a textured, velvety finish.",,60,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Caiarossa 2007 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caiarossa-2007-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Caiarossa 12.4,White,US,"Full of vitality from start to finish, this wine has bright flavors of pear and melon. Well balanced and refreshing, pair it with Asian fare and spicy seafood, or enjoy it on its own.",Cuvee 128,18,93,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Navarro 2011 Cuvee 128 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2011-cuvee-128-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Navarro 14.5,Red,US,"This estate-grown Syrah is racy, spicy and contoured, with well-polished structural facets. Raspberry, citrus and lavender scents abound, and the freshness on the palate marks this as a wine so delicious that it will be difficult to cellar. Drink it now or in five years—either way you'll be happy.",Fred,47,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),àMaurice 2009 Fred Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaurice-2009-fred-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2009,àMaurice ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. This is a full-bodied wine that's packed with dark, dry tannins. The palate expresses the juiciness of the vintage with plenty of black currant fruitiness. It promises a fine spiciness in the future.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de France 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-france-2012-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château de France ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. Solid, firm and tannic, this is a powerful success. It has equal weight of fruit and tannins and a palate that's intensely structured and complex. For long-term aging.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Beauregard 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beauregard-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Beauregard 13.5,White,France,"Made from fruit sourced from vines close to Puligny's grand crus, this has some of the same structure and dense minerality as many of the village's best wines. It's vivid, upfront and rich with boisterous fruitiness. The structure will take many years to round out.",Les Pucelles Premier Cru,130,93,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Les Pucelles Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-pucelles-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 13.5,White,France,"Originally better known for its red wines, this vineyard to the south of Chassagne-Montrachet now produces mainly white wines. This bottling is structured, firm and tight, and it promises a future that will always be serious and austere. Keep it for 4–5 years.",Abbaye de Morgeot Premier Cru,95,93,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Abbaye de Morgeot Premier Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-abbaye-morgeot-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive ,Red,France,"The vines from this vineyard help to create big, concentrated wines that are tannic and dense. It is dark and firm, and the damson skin flavor adds to the sense of power. Age this for 6–8 years.",En la rue de Vergy,,93,Burgundy,Morey-Saint-Denis,,Domaine Bruno Clair 2010 En la rue de Vergy (Morey-Saint-Denis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bruno-clair-2010-en-rue-vergy-pinot-noir-morey-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Bruno Clair ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. Black currant flavors resound on this juicy, deliciously fresh wine. It's a structured wine with a core of dry tannins and a palate that's firm and concentrated to the finish.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Villemaurine 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-villemaurine-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Villemaurine ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. Dark, extracted and dense, this is a hard-edged wine that initially lacks fruitiness. Only as the wine develops does it show its powerful density and hints of juiciness.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-smith-haut-lafitte-2012-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 13,Red,France,"This is a delicate, elegant wine, with flavors of red berries and currants. Notes of spice and undergrowth are followed by mouth-watering acidity. Drink this after 5–6 years.",Les Vergelesses Premier Cru,38,93,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Domaine Pavelot 2010 Les Vergelesses Premier Cru (Pernand-Vergelesses),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pavelot-2010-vergelesses-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pernand-vergelesses/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Pavelot 14.3,Red,US,"Yummy is the word that best describes this wine, but there's much more than just ripe berry flavors. Juicy, fresh and focused, this is akin to drinking liquid raspberries that are drizzled over clean rocks. It is a deep, intense wine that should dazzle you for up to a decade or more.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,50,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Syncline 2010 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2010-ciel-cheval-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2010,Syncline 14.1,White,US,"Complex and nuanced, this Chardonnay is beginning to lose its primary fruit flavors of pears and tropical fruits, and it's becoming dry and mushroomy. The sweet oak tones are also an integral part of the profile. A subtle wine that is compatible with food, it should last for another 3–4 years.",Three Sisters Vineyard Sea Ridge Meadow,60,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Martinelli 2009 Three Sisters Vineyard Sea Ridge Meadow Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinelli-2009-three-sisters-vineyard-sea-ridge-meadow-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Martinelli 13.5,Red,France,"This wine is solid and tannic, with a foursquare structure. Under the dry tannins, there are dense flavors of damson and plum. Give this wine at least five years of aging.",Les Boudots Premier Cru,100,93,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Louis Jadot 2010 Les Boudots Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2010-boudots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2010,Louis Jadot 14.2,Red,US,"This vintage rivals MacRostie's 2006 and 2007 bottlings. It's already delicious thanks to the raspberry, cherry and persimmon flavors that gain complexity from baking spice and sweet, toasty oak notes. The brisk acidity is just about perfect, and the finish is long and rich.",Wildcat Mountain Vineyard,40,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacRostie 2009 Wildcat Mountain Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2009-wildcat-mountain-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,MacRostie 13,Red,France,"This opulent, rich Clos de Vougeot could perhaps use firmer tannins, but it has ripe berry and cherry flavors. It has a solid core that is enveloped by the generous fruit. Age this for six years and more.",,191,93,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Maison Jessiaume 2010 Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-jessiaume-2010-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2010,Maison Jessiaume ,Red,France,"Champy only makes two barrels of this wine. It's finely concentrated, and it has solid tannins and rich, powerful black-plum and cherry flavors. Keep it for at least 8–9 years.",,,93,Burgundy,Charmes-Chambertin,,Maison Champy 2010 Charmes-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2010-pinot-noir-charmes-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Maison Champy 13.5,White,France,"Champ Gain is on the upper slope of Puligny-Montrachet. This is a rich, toasty and ripe-fruited selection, full of yellow fruit, mango and clementine flavors. It also reveals the minerality found in most wines from this village.",Champ Gain Premier Cru,95,93,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Champ Gain Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-champ-gain-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 14,Red,Italy,"An oak-aged blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine shows bold nuances of blackberry and cherry, backed by tangy freshness and integrated oak spice. The wine is tangy and fresh, and it delivers silky tannins, plus drying notes of tobacco and crushed granite.",Perlato del Bosco,30,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tua Rita 2010 Perlato del Bosco Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tua-rita-2010-perlato-bosco-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Tua Rita 14.8,White,US,"Rich and ripe, this wine has flavors of tangerines, nectarines and limes, which are brightened by crisp acidity. The oak influence shows in the form of buttered toast and honey notes. It should develop in the bottle over the next six years.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,30,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kenneth Volk 2010 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenneth-volk-2010-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Kenneth Volk ,Red,France,"This wine shares some of the same opulence and velvety texture as wines made from the adjacent Le Musigny grand cru. It is dense, with a fine, ripe character that penetrates deep into the heart of the tannins. The juicy red- and dark-berry flavors give a hint of the richness to come.",Les Chabiots Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Albert Bichot 2010 Les Chabiots Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-chabiots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2010,Albert Bichot ,Red,France,"Bichot owns part of this small grand cru portion of Maréchaudes as well as the walled section of the premier cru section. This is dense, solid and powerful, and it demonstrates the dark character of the clay soil. A concentrated black-plum flavor is supported by firm, dry tannins, which makes this a serious, age-worthy wine.",Clos des Maréchaudes,,93,Burgundy,Corton,,Albert Bichot 2010 Clos des Maréchaudes (Corton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-clos-marechaudes-pinot-noir-corton/,Pinot Noir,2010,Albert Bichot 14.8,Red,US,"This a Bordeaux-style blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Petit Verdot and 9% Cabernet Franc that's made from estate-grown fruit. Perhaps it's the altitude of the vineyard (1,400 feet) that helps to keep the alcohol from overwhelming the palate. Nothing seems overwrought in this wine, and the berry flavors show peach and cherry hints, with length to match the concentration.",Night Owl,47,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),àMaurice 2009 Night Owl Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaurice-2009-night-owl-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,àMaurice 14.4,Red,US,"This vintage of Trésor is the winery's best in years. A Bordeaux-style blend that's based on Cabernet Sauvignon, this is softly tannic and rich, and it offers layers of cherry pie, mocha and smoky cedar. Best to enjoy now for its sheer drinkability.",Trésor,52,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 2009 Trésor Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2009-tresor-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Ferrari-Carano ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. This is a full and opulent wine comprised of 76% Merlot. The palate has weight, and coffee and black-plum flavors that lend richness and a smoky, spicy character.",La Dame de Montrose Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Montrose 2012 La Dame de Montrose Barrel Sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montrose-2012-dame-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Montrose ,White,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. This wine is delicious—proof positive of the continuing improvement of white wines from Château Margaux. Lively and fresh, it's accented with wood spice, apple and pear flavors. This vintage produced the smallest quantity of white wine ever made at Margaux.",Pavillon Blanc de Château Margaux Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Margaux 2012 Pavillon Blanc de Château Margaux Barrel Sample (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2012-pavillon-blanc-chateau-barrel-sample-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Margaux ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. A solid effort, this is a wine with great fruit and firm structure to support it. Ripe and full in the mouth, it's a firm and complex wine with a delicious juicy aftertaste.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Cantenac Brown 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantenac-brown-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Cantenac Brown 13.5,Red,France,"Wet earth and leaf notes are the overriding aromas at this stage. Yet it is also very fruity, with a jammy quality that balances the firm tannins. It hints at the richness and style of Chambolle, but it shows the powerful structure of neighboring Morey-Saint-Denis. This needs several years of aging.",La Combe d'Orveau Premier Cru,190,93,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Faiveley 2010 La Combe d'Orveau Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-faiveley-2010-combe-dorveau-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Faiveley 13,Red,France,"Aux Chaignots is a vineyard to the north of the town of Nuits-St-Georges, which is not far from Vosne-Romanée. Its location imparts firm, dominating tannins. It is dense, with a determined structure. The acidity and fruit are there, and they're likely to show through over the next 4–5 years.",Aux Chaignots Premier Cru,110,93,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine Faiveley 2010 Aux Chaignots Premier Cru (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-faiveley-2010-aux-chaignots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Faiveley ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. Big and densely ripe, this is an impressive wine. It has balanced weight, fine acidity and a sense of richness. Offering all the right elements, this is going to be a great wine.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Grand-Puy Ducasse 2012 Barrel Sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-puy-ducasse-2012-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Grand-Puy Ducasse ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. Very dense and rich with fine, tarry tannins that float amidst the ripe blackberry flavors. The wine is structured but full in body with a rich, opulent feel.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Fombrauge 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fombrauge-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Fombrauge ,Dessert,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. This wine is ripe and soft with hints of caramel, biscuit and vanilla, as well as full and ripe fruits. There's remarkable concentration and a smooth, soft texture with great acidity at the end.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Filhot 2012 Barrel Sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-filhot-2012-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Filhot ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. Fruity and spicy, this is a fine, attractively fruity wine. While it doesn't have great weight, it has a core of dry tannins and a dark structure that suggests good aging for the future.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château de Pez 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-pez-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château de Pez ,Dessert,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. Rich and spicy and full of ginger flavors, this is a concentrated wine that is still coming together. The wine is very rich and full of dry botrytis—a fine wine for this difficult vintage.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château de Myrat 2012 Barrel Sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-myrat-2012-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château de Myrat ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. Considerable wood aging yields notes of vanilla and spice on this smooth, modern wine. There's ample ripe fruit to add balance, but it's going to be a generous wine, revealing a rich, full character.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de Fieuzal 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fieuzal-2012-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château de Fieuzal ,Red,France,92–94. Barrel sample. This wine is heavily influenced by ample new-wood aging. It's deliciously juicy with black currant and plum fruits balanced by swathes of refreshing acidity at the end.,Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Talbot 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-talbot-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Talbot ,Red,France,"92–94. Barrel sample. The diminutive neighbor of Château Pavie, Pavie Decesse's wine has its own, more mineral, tight character. It is complex but fruity, with blackberries supported by wood, acidity and dense texture.",Barrel Sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Pavie Decesse 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pavie-decesse-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Pavie Decesse 14,Red,Italy,"This Syrah is chracterized by its huge intensity and clean, ever-evolving bouquet that is comprised of ripe dark-fruit, roasted nut and white peppercorn notes. The palate delivers a long succession of sweet spice and savory tobacco flavors.",Marchesale,80,94,Tuscany,Toscana,,Terre del Marchesato 2009 Marchesale Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-marchesato-2009-marchesale-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2009,Terre del Marchesato 14.5,Red,Italy,"A Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc blend, this shows immense density and richness, and it exudes bright tones of cherry, blackberry, chocolate, tar, clove and licorice. The bouquet is elegant and complex, but the smoothness of the mouthfeel is what sets this wine apart.",Sondraia,50,94,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Poggio al Tesoro 2009 Sondraia (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-al-tesoro-2009-sondraia-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2009,Poggio al Tesoro 14.5,Red,Italy,"A concentrated blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, this opens with dark spice and chocolate notes, followed by luscious blackberry, prune and plum tones. Smooth and extracted, this offers velvety tannins and generous fruit flavors. It is packed with all kinds of opulent pleasure.",Sapaio,80,94,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Podere Sapaio 2009 Sapaio (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-sapaio-2009-sapaio-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2009,Podere Sapaio 14.5,Red,US,"This shows a dryness and an elegant silkiness that make it lovely to drink now. It's deep and long on the palate, with flavors of raspberry-cherry tart, date, cola and spicy sandalwood. Brisk acidity adds a tart bite that would pair well with steak, lamb, salmon and tuna. It will pick up bottle complexity over the next 10 years.",Three Sisters Vineyard Sea Ridge Meadow,60,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Martinelli 2010 Three Sisters Vineyard Sea Ridge Meadow Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinelli-2010-three-sisters-vineyard-sea-ridge-meadow-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Martinelli ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. Firm, wood-aged character shows strongly here. The wine is dense and very firm, with a dark feel of extraction, but the juicy fruitiness underneath shows enormous potential.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Domaine de Chevalier 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevalier-2012-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Domaine de Chevalier ,Red,France,"Tight and structured, this wine is made from fruit sourced from some of the poorest soil in Les Cazetiers. Dense and tight, this has intense minerality and firm tannins allied to red berry flavors. This has great aging potential.",Les Cazetiers Premier Cru,,94,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine Bruno Clair 2010 Les Cazetiers Premier Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bruno-clair-2010-cazetiers-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Bruno Clair ,Red,France,"This wine has tender tannins that add feeling to the swathes of ripe fruit. It's rounder than many Gevreys, but it has enough concentration and density to age for many years.",Clos de Fonteny Premier Cru,,94,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine Bruno Clair 2010 Clos de Fonteny Premier Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bruno-clair-2010-clos-fonteny-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Bruno Clair 12.6,White,US,"This Chardonnay includes a small amount of Maria Gomes—an obscure white grape from Portugal—in the mix. The addition of Maria Gomes works magic. It fleshes out the palate, and it brings lush flavors of melon, banana, apple and lemon. This needs to breathe, but once it opens, it will thrill you until the last drop.",Stainless,24,94,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Foundry Vineyards 2011 Stainless Chardonnay (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foundry-vineyards-2011-stainless-chardonnay-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Foundry Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"Rich, dry and complex, this Syrah has flavors of blackberry, currant, licorice, grilled prosciutto, black pepper and sandalwood that are wrapped in fine tannins. The wine is a barrel selection of the various vineyards from which Donelan sources its fruit. Production was exceedingly small, but it's worth a special search.",Cuvee Keltie,75,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Donelan 2010 Cuvee Keltie Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donelan-2010-cuvee-keltie-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2010,Donelan ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. This is a chocolate-inflected wine with a full mouth feel, and a very dark character. The palate is concentrated in tannins and a powerful, extracted feel. The aftertaste brings out more black-currant fruitiness.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Rauzan-Ségla 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rauzan-segla-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Rauzan-Ségla ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. An exemplary wine, this is powerful, rich and full of ripe red fruits. The palate is dark, but brightened by acidity, red fruits and a beautiful line of freshness.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château le Gay 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-gay-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château le Gay 13.5,Red,Italy,"The 2009 vintage was on the hot side in most parts of Tuscany, but vintner Tommaso Cavalli has done a wonderful job of creating balance and harmony in this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Plush black-fruit flavors are followed by tight, polished tannins. Hold this for 10 years or more.",,57,94,Tuscany,Toscana,,Cavalli Tenuta degli Dei 2009 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavalli-tenuta-degli-2009-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Cavalli Tenuta degli Dei ,Red,France,"A powerful wine that's made from fruit sourced from the southern neighbor of the great Chambertin grand cru, this is rich, deep and complex. A smoky note is followed by black fruits, dark tannins and a sense of richness and structure. It has great weight, and it will need many years of aging.",,,94,Burgundy,Latricières-Chambertin,,Albert Bichot 2010 Latricières-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-pinot-noir-latricieres-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Albert Bichot 14.4,White,US,"It's easy to create ripe, oaky wines, but attaining true complexity is something else. This Chardonnay, which was made from fruit sourced from a highly regarded vineyard in the cool mid-southern part of the Russian River Valley, is elaborate, dry and rich in green apple, mango and orange flavors. The acidity is just about perfect, giving the palate a tart zinginess. Drink this with lobster and crab, and don't forget the buttered bread.",Saralee's Vineyard,32,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2010 Saralee's Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2010-saralees-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Joseph Swan Vineyards 13.5,White,France,"This has rich, ripe fruit and signs of wood aging that are appropriate to a young wine, but they will certainly become integrated. What is so delicious about this selection is the fine balance between its generous fruit and its tight, minerally acidity. Keep this for at least six years.",Folatières Premier Cru,102,94,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Joseph Drouhin 2010 Folatières Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2010-folatieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Joseph Drouhin 13.5,White,France,"Round and soft initially, this rich, intense Chardonnay then shows its firm side. In addition to the ripe yellow-fruit flavors, there is a minerally, tight structure that promises that this wine will age. Keep it for at least five years.",Clos des Mouches Premier Cru,120,94,Burgundy,Beaune,,Joseph Drouhin 2010 Clos des Mouches Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2010-clos-mouches-premier-cru-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,2010,Joseph Drouhin 13,Red,France,"This rich, powerful and juicy wine is just bursting out of its wood aging bounds. It has opulent red-berry flavors, a core of firm tannins and intense acidity. Ripe and fruity, this is full of aging potential.",Clos des Mouches Premier Cru,109,94,Burgundy,Beaune,,Joseph Drouhin 2010 Clos des Mouches Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2010-clos-mouches-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Joseph Drouhin ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. The wine is very dry, layered tannins giving a major sense of structure. It will always have this dry, dense character, very firm, solid and powerful.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lynch-Bages 2012 Barrel Sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lynch-bages-2012-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Lynch-Bages ,White,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. With all its fruitiness and full, stylish character, this is a ripe wine with weight, richness, spice, lemon and tropical fruits. Opulent on the palate, it ends with an intensely fruity finish.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château la Louvière 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-louviere-2012-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château la Louvière ,Red,France,93–95. Barrel sample. This finely fruity wine is packed with black fruits accented by spice and wood flavors. Solid tannins and bright layers of acidity make this wine so typical of the vintage.,Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Croizet-Bages 2012 Barrel Sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croizet-bages-2012-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Croizet-Bages ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. This is a smooth, rich wine that's intensely concentrated and packed with great black-currant fruits. The wine has weight and a sense of structure to support the great fruitiness.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Beychevelle 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beychevelle-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Beychevelle 14.8,Red,US,"This has superb structure and massive flavors of sweet blackberry jam, black currants, dark chocolate and smoky oak. It shows the depth and concentration of the notable Stagecoach Vineyard, and it should easily hold and develop in the bottle over the next 10 years.",Stagecoach Vineyard,90,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Patland 2009 Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patland-2009-stagecoach-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Patland 14.3,Red,US,"This is fresh, tannic and full bodied, and it offers deep flavors of blackberries and cassis. Worth cellaring, this should begin to resolve by 2017.",Clift Vineyard,42,94,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Tudal 2010 Clift Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudal-2010-clift-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Tudal 14.5,Red,Italy,"Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc are blended together to create this plump, superrich wine. There are hints of cured meat, Christmas spice and dark berry fruit. The palate reveals ripe fruit flavors and velvety tannins. Hold this for 7–10 years.",Argentiera,60,94,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Tenuta Argentiera 2009 Argentiera (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-argentiera-2009-argentiera-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2009,Tenuta Argentiera ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. Powerful and concentrated, this is a firmly textured wine with a dark, solid, dense character. The palate balances fine acidity and fruit with a dark, brooding structure.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos Fourtet 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-fourtet-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Clos Fourtet 14.5,Red,Italy,"Extracted and sophisticated, this biodynamic expression of Cabernet Franc opens with compelling aromas of ripe cherry, blackberry, rum cake, toasted nut, chocolate and tobacco. The rich, smooth mouthfeel is velvety and long lasting.",,80,94,Tuscany,Toscana,,Duemani 2007 Cabernet Franc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duemani-2007-cabernet-franc-toscana/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Duemani 14.5,Red,US,"A great wine for drinking now, this is just beginning to show the evolution of its primary blackberry, blueberry and currant fruits. Hints of anise, dark chocolate, dried herb, spices and cedar add interest. This is a blend of the classic Bordeaux varieties, but the Cabernet Sauvignon component stands front and center with its firm tannins, depth and concentration.",Reserve Alexandre,45,94,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2007 Reserve Alexandre Meritage (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2007-reserve-alexandre-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Meritage,2007,Geyser Peak 13.8,Red,US,"This Pinot Noir's raspberry and cherry fruit is joined by earthier notes of mushroom and mulch, plus a touch of spicy bacon. It's dry and full bodied, with a rich vein of acidity and a coating of furry tannins. Clearly a cellar candidate, this will benefit from 6–8 years of aging.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,50,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Chanin 2010 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanin-2010-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Chanin 14.8,Red,US,"Opulent, smooth and ageable, this Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend is rich in blackberries, currants and milk chocolate, and it exudes a green olive tanginess that increases the pleasure. The tannins are thick but supple. This is a wine that pleases right away, and it changes from sip to sip as it breathes. As excellent as it is now, it will develop bottle complexity for at least 10 more years.",Lexington,60,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2007 Lexington Meritage (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2007-lexington-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Meritage,2007,Thomas Fogarty 15,Red,US,"This is as soft and luscious as velvet, and it offers smooth, rich tannins that frame the oak-tinged blackberry, black currant, anise and dark chocolate flavors. Its richness comes with high alcohol, which gives it a slight warmth on the finish.",Aurelio's Selection,90,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Angel by Montes 2008 Aurelio's Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-angel-by-montes-2008-aurelios-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Napa Angel by Montes 14.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Syrah and Grenache, this delivers Rhône Valley-like characteristics of ripe fruit, black pepper, smoked bacon and exotic spice. But it has an Italian personality in the form of fresh acidity and Mediterranean spice and blue flower notes. The finish is soft, velvety and chocolaty.",Tinata,130,94,Tuscany,Toscana,,Monteverro 2009 Tinata Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteverro-2009-tinata-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Monteverro ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. Lavish with chocolate, coffee aromas, this is a finely perfumed wine. The palate is packed with ripe fruits and generous tannins that yield a deliciously rich mouth feel. Spicy, wood laden and opulent.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Le Dôme 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-dome-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Le Dôme 13.5,White,France,"Clos de la Chapelle surrounds an old chapel in the Morgeot Premier Cru. This 2010 is full, ripe and intense, with yellow fruit and toast flavors that combine with tight acidity to create richness and structure. Complex, concentrated and age worthy.",Domaine Duc de Magenta Clos de la Chapelle Morgeot Premier Cru,85,94,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Louis Jadot 2010 Domaine Duc de Magenta Clos de la Chapelle Morgeot Premier Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2010-domaine-duc-magenta-clos-chapelle-morgeot-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Louis Jadot 15.2,Red,US,"The fruit used to make this Bordeaux-style blend of 41% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Franc was sourced from the DuBrul, Kiona, Dionysus and Weinbau vineyards. Dense and deeply flavorful, this wine has intense notes of black fruits, brown spices, licorice and coffee.",In Order to Form a More Perfect Union,95,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Rasa 2009 In Order to Form a More Perfect Union Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rasa-2009-in-order-to-form-a-more-perfect-union-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Rasa 14.2,Red,US,"Tannic and tightly wound, this has an astringent resistance, but because the flavors are so powerful, it's already delicious. Intense notes of raspberry jam, cherry pie, anisette, Dr. Pepper are all present, and a rich, sweet jacket of smoky sandalwood adds further complexity. Give it 5–6 years in the cellar, but it could last for 15 years if you enjoy mature wines.",Trenton Estate Vineyard,58,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2010 Trenton Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2010-trenton-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Joseph Swan Vineyards 10,White,Hungary,"Bursting with flower and tropical fruit aromas, the nose on this Tokaj is intoxicating. Luxurious and creamy on the palate, it offers penetrating honey and stone fruit flavors, intensified by prickles of sea salt, mineral and tea leaf astringency.",Cuvée Ilona,50,94,Tokaj,,,Királyudvar 2007 Cuvée Ilona Tokaji (Tokaj),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiralyudvar-2007-cuvee-ilona-white-blend-tokaji-tokaj/,Tokaji,2007,Királyudvar ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. Full bodied and ripe, this wine is marked by smoky character, spiciness and full-throttle tannins. Blackberry fruits on the palate complement this serious structure. Obviously a long-term wine.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Pavie Macquin 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pavie-macquin-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Pavie Macquin 14.5,Red,Italy,"Having spent two years in oak barrel, this Merlot has a generous, yet elegant shape, and it delivers intensity and elegance. The bouquet offers tones of black cherry, spice, chocolate and rum cake, with delicate accents of licorice and dried herb. The mouthfeel is smooth and rich.",Girolamo,50,94,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Bossi 2009 Girolamo Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bossi-2009-girolamo-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2009,Castello di Bossi 9.9,Dessert,US,"Smooth, balanced and lingering, this is sippable by itself after a big meal, and it can also pair well with strong cheeses, dark chocolates or stone-fruit-based desserts that are layered with crème Anglaise. This selection also comes in 375-ml bottles.",Cluster Select Late Harvest,59,94,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2011 Cluster Select Late Harvest Muscat Blanc (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2011-cluster-select-late-harvest-muscat-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Muscat Blanc,2011,Navarro 14.9,Red,US,"Made from fruit grown in several notable Napa vineyards, this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon has impressive weight and depth. Its black currant, dark chocolate, anise, pepper and toasted cedar flavors sink deep into the mouth with sweet insistence. The tannins are considerable and will enable this wine to age over the next 10 years. Pair this with rich meats and cheeses.",Silencieux,55,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Venge 2010 Silencieux Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venge-2010-silencieux-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Venge ,White,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. Complex, rounded and full bodied, this wine is still reticent at the moment, hiding its rich fruit. As it develops, this will be impressive, with it's mineral texture over apricot fruits and layers of spice and wood.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Domaine de Chevalier 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevalier-2012-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Domaine de Chevalier ,White,France,"Powerful and complex, this shows the density that comes from Chardonnay sourced on the hill of Corton. The rich tropical-fruit flavors are structured, which gives this wine strong aging potential. Keep it for at least six years.",Domaine du Pavillon,,94,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Albert Bichot 2010 Domaine du Pavillon (Corton-Charlemagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-domaine-pavillon-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2010,Albert Bichot ,Red,France,93–95. Barrel sample. This is a powerful wine with solid fruits and structure. The palate is full of beautifully ripe fruit—packed with rich and juicy blackberries. It shows how the potential of this property is being realized.,Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Beausejour-Duffau-Lagarrosse 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beausejour-duffau-lagarrosse-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Beausejour-Duffau-Lagarrosse ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. This is a finely balanced wine that's ripe and structured at the same time. It has richness and spice, with a powerful context of wood, juicy blackberry fruits and delicious acidity. With such concentration, this is a wine with excellent ageing potential.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Beau-Séjour Bécot 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beau-sejour-becot-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Beau-Séjour Bécot ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. The second wine of Château Ausone shows its 60% Cabernet Franc to great effect. It's perfumed and mineral, but with a dark intensity and acidity. A fine wine with a good future.",La Chapelle d'Ausone Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Ausone 2012 La Chapelle d'Ausone Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ausone-2012-chapelle-dausone-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Ausone ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. This firm, dry wine is solidly rich and full in the mouth. With fine acidity and black currant fruit that show through the tannins, it is a wine with considerable potential.",Barrel Sample,100,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Giscours 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-giscours-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Giscours ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. This is a very firm and concentrated wine with dark and smoky character. The palate is elegant and fine, but densely structured with dark tannins that give extra complexity.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Certan de May de Certan 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-certan-may-certan-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Certan de May de Certan ,Dessert,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. A gorgeous wine that's very opulent while also structured. It has richness and weight, and is remarkably dry at the core, but with surrounding delicious sweetness. It's likely to be a long-lived wine.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château la Tour Blanche 2012 Barrel Sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-la-tour-blanche-2012-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château la Tour Blanche ,Red,France,"With vines that are located next to La Tâche, this vineyard is great. Powerful and complex, this has the right depth of flavor. It is finely endowed with brooding tannins and black fruit flavors. The texture and acidity on the finish promise this has considerable aging potential.",Domaine du Clos Frantin Les Malconsorts Premier Cru,,94,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Albert Bichot 2010 Domaine du Clos Frantin Les Malconsorts Premier Cru (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-domaine-clos-frantin-malconsorts-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2010,Albert Bichot ,Red,France,"This wine's concentrated tannins mingle with its raspberry, blueberry and rich plum flavors. While it is powerful and structured, it also has a fine sense of elegance, a combination that will allow this wine to age for decades.",,,94,Burgundy,Charmes-Chambertin,,Albert Bichot 2010 Charmes-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-pinot-noir-charmes-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Albert Bichot 15,Red,Italy,"Soft and velvety, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot releases intense notes of blackberry, cherry, chocolate, spice and leather. It shows plush layers of dark fruit and tangy tobacco that build the palate's momentum.",Sorugo,35,94,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Aia Vecchia 2009 Sorugo (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aia-vecchia-2009-sorugo-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2009,Aia Vecchia 14.6,Red,US,"This is toasty, dense and inviting from the first sniff to the last swallow. It's an authoritative, tightly woven and complex wine that offers a core of plum and cassis flavors, annotated by streaks of coffee, licorice and iron. The tannins are textural and gripping. Delicious now, this can also be cellared for a decade.",,38,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Abeja 2010 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abeja-2010-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Abeja ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. This powerful wine is dense with rich tannins and black fruits that are balanced. Full and concentrated, it's a wine with great potential.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Ormes de Pez 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ormes-de-pez-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Ormes de Pez ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. Full of ripe Cabernet tannins, this is a structured wine that's chunky in character. It elegantly balances fruit and structure, resulting in a wine that's sure to be impressive.",Barrel Sample,100,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Branaire-Ducru 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-branaire-ducru-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Branaire-Ducru ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. A complex and very successful wine, this shows rich tannins, dark fruits, a powerful texture of ripe blackberry fruits and spiced acidity. It will shine with some serious aging.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château La Tour Figeac 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-figeac-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château La Tour Figeac ,Red,France,"93–95. Barrel sample. This is a big and complex, juicy Merlot with blackberry fruits and a mineral edge. Concentration on the palate highlights both spice and a dense texture. Bitter chocolate notes show through on the finish.",Barrel Sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Hosanna 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-hosanna-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Hosanna 14.5,Red,US,"Supple and structured, with ripe tannins, this wine offers a seamless mix of red and black fruit flavors, along with fragrant tobacco, fig jam and dark chocolate notes.",Sagemoor Vineyard,40,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walla Walla Vintners 2009 Sagemoor Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-vintners-2009-sagemoor-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Walla Walla Vintners 13.5,Red,US,"This is one of the best Bordeaux-style blends Wellington has ever produced. Although it still has plenty of life ahead, perhaps as much as 10 more years, its soft tannins and sweet black-currant flavor make it drinkable now. Only 471 cases were produced, but it's worth the hunt.",Victory Reserve,60,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wellington 2007 Victory Reserve Meritage (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2007-victory-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-county/,Meritage,2007,Wellington 15,Red,Italy,"Dark chocolate and espresso notes open the bouquet of this concentrated Cabernet Franc. Round and soft, with power and personality, this penetrating wine sits long on the palate, and it imparts bright fruit and spice notes with time. The tannins are tight, firm and polished. Drink after 2016.",Dedicato a Walter,75,94,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio al Tesoro 2009 Dedicato a Walter Cabernet Franc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-al-tesoro-2009-dedicato-a-walter-cabernet-franc-toscana/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Poggio al Tesoro 13.5,Red,France,"Structured, concentrated and minerally, this wine's tannins are strong, and they accompany the juicy red-berry flavors. It has a dry core and a dense texture, and it's meant to age for at least six years.",Pertuisots Premier Cru,92,94,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine de Bellene 2010 Pertuisots Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bellene-2010-pertuisots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine de Bellene ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. This is a solid, tannic wine that's deeply concentrated and somewhat dark in style. The juicy blackberry fruits are constrained by a tight structure, minerality and a severe shell. The wine will need time to show it's true potential.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château de Chantegrive 2012 Barrel Sample (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chantegrive-2012-barrel-sample-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château de Chantegrive ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. A finely tannic wine, this is the second vintage release since Château Haut-Brion's owner took over and renamed the estate. The wine is darkly textured, very firm and concentrated with great Merlot character. The finish reveals delicious blackberry flavors.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Quintus 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-quintus-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Quintus 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Full and ripe, this wine's dark plum fruit is lined with toast from the nine months it spent in new wood. It has a smooth, polished texture, and the finish bears sweet tannins and a touch of eucalyptus. Age this for 2–3 years.",Alma Grande Reserva,17,91,Douro,,,Caves Velhas 2009 Alma Grande Reserva Touriga Nacional (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-velhas-2009-alma-grande-reserva-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-douro/,Touriga Nacional,2009,Caves Velhas 14,Red,Israel,"This tight and concentrated Cab shows power and intensity, with a lush, mouthfilling texture and firm tannins. It's brimming with black fruit notes of plum, berry and cassis, laced with accents of leather, cigar box, pepper and sweet spice. The finish is long and complex; drink now–2018.",The Great,75,91,Galilee,,,Alexander 2007 The Great Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-2007-great-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Alexander 13,White,France,"Fruity and rounded, this has attractive, citrus-like acidity that cuts through the caramel and apricot flavors. There is a delicious, forward orange-juice flavor that adds to the fresh feel of the wine. It's ready to drink, although it will also age.",Sentier du Clou Premier Cru,55,91,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Sentier du Clou Premier Cru (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-sentier-clou-premier-cru-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. There's a big amount of acidity that flows from the black-currant flavors on this wine. Brisk fruitiness contrasts with a dry, dense structure, while a richer center is missing.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Chateau Dauzac 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dauzac-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Chateau Dauzac ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This is a fresh, juicy wine with intoxicatingly fragrant black currant notes. The palate is ripe with fruit, but balanced with bright acidity and a lingering, juicy aftertaste.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Larmande 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larmande-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Larmande 14.7,Red,US,"Full and complex, this Syrah-dominated Rhône-style blend includes Grenache and Mourvèdre, and it's cofermented with a splash of Viognier. The luscious cranberry and raspberry flavors are annotated with citrus, red licorice and wet stone accents. Suggestions of tropical fruits, such as papaya and pineapple, add more interest.",QED,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Rasa 2009 QED Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rasa-2009-qed-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Rasa ,White,France,"90–92. Barrel Sample. An herbaceous wine with lively acidity, green plum and grapefruit flavors. It's a Sauvignon Blanc driven wine, showing great freshness rounded out with a touch of tropical fruits.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château la Garde 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-garde-2012-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château la Garde 12.5,White,France,"Aged for 30 months in wood, this Chablis has a distinctively ripe and rich character that puts it closer to Meursault in style. Only on the finish, through all of the toast and fruit flavors, does the steely acidity emerge.",Grains Dorées,53,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,Garnier et Fils 2008 Grains Dorées (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garnier-fils-2008-grains-dorees-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Garnier et Fils 14.5,Red,US,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc exemplifies the Terlato style, which is classic, complex and drinkable early. It has rich, thick tannins and flavors of blackberries, mocha and cedar. The finish is long and spicy.",Cardinals' Peak,48,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Terlato 2009 Cardinals' Peak Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2009-cardinals-peak-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Terlato ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. Showing rich fruit, this is a juicy, red berry flavored wine. It's ripe and ver fruity, its firm tannins well integrated into the full fruitiness. Likely to be for medium-term aging.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château la Garde 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-garde-2012-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château la Garde 14.7,Red,US,"Made from 100% Merlot, this shows the enormous fruit of Mount Veeder. The cherry and blackberry flavors are concentrated and pure, and there are liqueur-like notes of cassis and anise, plus a sweet toast accent from the oak. It's dry and quite tannic, but not to the extreme that it can't be consumed now.",Fleur de Veeder,40,90,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Yates Family Vineyard 2009 Fleur de Veeder Merlot (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yates-family-vineyard-2009-fleur-veeder-merlot-napa-mount-veeder/,Merlot,2009,Yates Family Vineyard 14.3,Red,US,"This is pure Mourvèdre from Heart of the Hill and Ciel du Cheval vineyards. The Red Mountain terroir is on display in the form of a spicy cherry-pie flavor that is set off by minerality and dense, earthy tannins. A kiss of chocolate seals the deal.",,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Syncline 2010 Mourvèdre (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2010-mourvedre-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Mourvèdre,2010,Syncline 13,Red,France,"Savigny-lès-Beaune often shows the softer side of Pinot Noir. This wine has juicy red-cherry and raspberry flavors that balance the gentle, dry tannins. The low-yielding old vines from which the fruit was sourced give this selection extra concentration. This will benefit from medium-term aging.",Vieilles Vignes,58,90,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Maison Roche de Bellene 2010 Vieilles Vignes (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-bellene-2010-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Maison Roche de Bellene 13.5,Red,Italy,"This blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon offers excellent fruit and shapely oak tones of spice, chocolate and sweet tobacco.",Le Sughere di Frassinello,35,90,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Rocca di Frassinello 2010 Le Sughere di Frassinello (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-frassinello-2010-le-sughere-di-red-maremma-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Rocca di Frassinello 14.5,White,Israel,"Bright apple, pear and orange notes lead the nose of this well-balanced Chardonnay, with secondary accents of toast, sweet spice and nut. The vibrant mouthfeel is full but not flabby, with an attractive peach-pit flavor that carries through the long finish. Delicious now, but also should age well through 2017.",Yarden Odem Vineyard,20,90,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2011 Yarden Odem Vineyard Chardonnay (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2011-yarden-odem-vineyard-chardonnay-galilee/,Chardonnay,2011,Golan Heights Winery 14.5,Red,Italy,"Distinctive notes of black cherry, chopped mint, rosemary oil and eucalyptus open the nose of this Merlot. The lush, chewy and rich palate shows a lot of personality and pairing potential. Try drinking this with grilled steak with green peppercorn sauce.",Erminia,60,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fornacelle 2009 Erminia Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fornacelle-2009-erminia-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2009,Fornacelle 12.4,White,US,"Clean, tart and expressive, this has flavors of Asian pear, orange, lime, vanilla and gooseberry. Bright and zesty, this would make for a fine apéritif, and it would also pair well with Asian fare.",,16,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Flocchini 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flocchini-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Flocchini 14.2,Red,US,"Made from fruit that was sourced from this excellent vineyard in the Horse Heaven Hills, this Cabernet is dense and muscular, and it bears deep berry and cassis flavors at its core. The polished tannins are wreathed in a whiff of smoke and streaked with accents of anise and herb. This is a wine to cellar for another 5–10 years.",Phinny Hill Vineyard,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Helix by Reininger 2010 Phinny Hill Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helix-by-reininger-2010-phinny-hill-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Helix by Reininger 13,White,Slovenia,"Perfumed with scents of dried flowers, figs, cherries and tea, this round, voluptuous Ribolla is luscious and fruity. It's dry, with a tea-leaf astringency that builds on the palate, and it finishes with a flurry of rose petals and caramelized honey flavors.",Ribolla,30,90,Brda,,,Movia 2010 Ribolla Ribolla Gialla (Brda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/movia-2010-ribolla-italian-white-ribolla-gialla-brda/,Ribolla Gialla,2010,Movia 13,White,Slovenia,"Notes of musk, baked apple, citrus and spice are warm and mysterious on the nose of this penetrating Slovenian Pinot Grigio. Intense and fruity on the palate, this has ripe apple and pear flavors, with layers of honey, dark flower, caramel and tea that add complexity.",,30,90,Brda,,,Movia 2008 Pinot Grigio (Brda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/movia-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-brda/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Movia 14.2,Red,US,"Made from fruit that was sourced from Olsen Vineyards, this Syrah's blackberry, cherry and pepper flavors and fine-grained tannins combine to make a wine with good length and a clean finish.",,16,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Purple Star 2009 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/purple-star-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2009,Purple Star 13,White,US,"Bone dry and hinting at a sweet herb flavor, this wine backs away from the fruitiness found in most domestic Chenin Blanc. It offers complex details of yellow fruit, lemon verbena and beeswax.",Old Vine The Brasher Block,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Merriman 2011 Old Vine The Brasher Block Chenin Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriman-2011-old-vine-brasher-block-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Merriman 13.9,White,US,"The four-decade-old vines have lent this wine unusual flavors of forest mushroom, lemon rind and verbena. It tastes completely dry, and it has a tartness that carries through the palate. Drink this with herb-roasted chicken or pasta primavera.",Solstice Vineyard,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pacific Rim 2010 Solstice Vineyard Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-rim-2010-solstice-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,Pacific Rim 13,Red,France,"This is an elegant, rich and round Volnay, with a red plum flavor and juicy acidity. With its fruitiness, this is already drinkable, although the tannic core does promise medium-term aging.",,65,90,Burgundy,Volnay,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Volnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2010,Olivier Leflaive 14.8,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-style blend is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, with small percentages of Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Merlot. It's high-toned, and it comes with a pungency that brightens the highly extracted, sweet-tasting berry fruit. It has lots of appeal, but you must like wines that have a volatile edge.",Vintage Five,42,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Ramseyer 2009 Vintage Five Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramseyer-2009-vintage-five-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Ramseyer 13,White,France,"With its upfront, ripe apple and pear flavors, this wine is immediately attractive. Behind the fruitiness, there is a firm, structured character of minerality and a steely edge, which makes this a Chardonnay to age for 3–4 years.",Mont de Milieu Premier Cru,65,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Charly Nicolle 2011 Mont de Milieu Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-charly-nicolle-2011-mont-milieu-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Charly Nicolle ,Red,France,"Located on a high slope in Marsannay, the Vaudenelles Vineyard creates structured wines. This selection has a beautiful perfumed character, and it offers delicious red-berry flavors and lively acids that are striated by minerality.",Vaudenelles,,90,Burgundy,Marsannay,,Domaine Bruno Clair 2010 Vaudenelles (Marsannay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bruno-clair-2010-vaudenelles-pinot-noir-marsannay/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Bruno Clair 15,Red,US,"Part of a Limited Release series, this supple, oaky Malbec includes Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Made from Canoe Ridge Estate Vineyard fruit, this offers compelling blue- and black-fruit flavors that are wrapped in coffee and cream notes. It's a structured wine that can be cellared up to a decade.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Malbec (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-malbec-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Malbec,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. This is a ripe and fruity wine with delicious, already-accessible black-currant fruit. Attractive and very forward.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pibran 2012 Barrel Sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pibran-2012-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Pibran 13,Red,France,"This is a smooth and polished wine, with herb and new wood aromas. It has juicy red-berry flavors, and the tannins push forward. Structured, with intense acidity, this is ready to age for at least 5–6 years.",Gravières Premier Cru,47,90,Burgundy,Santenay,,Domaine Jessiaume 2010 Gravières Premier Cru (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jessiaume-2010-gravieres-premier-cru-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Jessiaume 12.5,White,Italy,"Honey, pear, peach and mineral notes open the bouquet of this fragrant blend of Vermentino, Viognier and Petit Manseng. The palate is smooth, crisp and silky in texture.",,35,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Donna Olimpia 1898 2010 White (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donna-olimpia-1898-2010-white-bolgheri/,White Blend,1898,Donna Olimpia 1898 12.5,White,France,"The most taut and steely of the wines made by Guillaume Vrignaud from Fourchaume fruit, this offers a tight, minerally texture, lively acidity and an apple- and grapefruit-like crispness. With its structure, this has the potential to age for 4–5 years.",Les Champréaux Fourchaume Premier Cru,45,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Vrignaud 2011 Les Champréaux Fourchaume Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vrignaud-2011-champreaux-fourchaume-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Vrignaud 13,Red,France,"An old-vine wine, this is powerful, concentrated and impressively dense for a Marsannay. It is full of red plum and berry flavors, plus firm tannins that suggest this could age for several years.",L'Ancestrale,73,90,Burgundy,Marsannay,,Domaine Sylvain Pataille 2010 L'Ancestrale (Marsannay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sylvain-pataille-2010-lancestrale-pinot-noir-marsannay/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Sylvain Pataille 14,Red,New Zealand,"Craggy's Pinot style has been trending away from overt fruitiness and toward this sort of complex umamifest of meat, parsnip and mushroom, with just enough black cherry fruit to support all of these components. This 2010 has a firmly structured core surrounded by plush tannins and ample length on the finish. Drink now–2023.",Te Muna Road Vineyard,50,90,Martinborough,,,Craggy Range 2010 Te Muna Road Vineyard Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2010-te-muna-road-vineyard-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Craggy Range 14.4,Red,US,"This is a blend that's based on Cabernet Sauvignon, and it has some Petite Sirah in the mix. It's dry and tannic, and it offers deep, ripe flavors of blackberry jam, black currant and cedar, as well as a salty grilled-meat note that's reminiscent of charred beef fat. This will pair well with grilled steak.",Signature Series,45,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tiedemann 2009 Signature Series Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiedemann-2009-signature-series-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Tiedemann 14.5,White,Italy,"Late harvest fruit and 12 months of oak aging give this wine a deep, full and sophisticated personality. It exudes notes of apricot, lemon curd, vanilla and white almond paste.",Vento Forte,38,90,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Terre di Talamo 2010 Vento Forte Vermentino (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-talamo-2010-vento-forte-italian-white-vermentino-maremma-toscana/,Vermentino,2010,Terre di Talamo 14.8,Red,US,"This is Swanson's top Cabernet, which includes a splash of Merlot. As always, it's rich, tannic and dry, and it possesses a deep core of blackberry and black currant flavors. It seems more tannic and sharp than in previous vintages, which suggests its ageability. Try holding it until 2015.",Alexis,75,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Swanson 2009 Alexis Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-2009-alexis-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Swanson 14.1,Red,US,"Although it's pretty tannic, with a furry quality throughout, this is pretty easy to drink. The flavors of blackberry jam, chocolate, bacon, black pepper and sandalwood are elaborate and rich. It might pick up some bottle complexity over the next 3–4 years.",Estate,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2010 Estate Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2010-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2010,Stolpman 14.5,Red,US,"Stolpman grows its Sangiovese in an area of the Santa Ynez Valley where most producers specialize in Rhône varieties. The result is often one of the most interesting California interpretations of the great Tuscan grape. Give this a long decanting because right out the bottle it's acidic and closed, but then the rich, spicy cherry flavor surfaces.",Estate,36,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2009 Estate Sangiovese (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2009-estate-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sangiovese,2009,Stolpman 14.1,Red,US,"Cellar this young wine for 5–6 years to let it mellow. Right now, it's aggressive in tannins and acids. The core of cherry, black raspberry, rhubarb and plum flavors is strong, which suggests that the wine will age.",Morelli Lane Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lost Canyon 2010 Morelli Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-canyon-2010-morelli-lane-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Lost Canyon 13,Red,Italy,"A blend of equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Sangiovese, this shows an impressive jump forward in terms of its intensity and complexity. This wine is generous, full and round, and it offers flavors of cherry, leather and chocolate.",Grale,23,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Le Grascete 2010 Grale (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-grascete-2010-grale-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Le Grascete 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Villa Maria's upper-level Pinot Noirs have always been big and bold, but with this release the wines seem to have taken a turn toward more finesse and elegance. The 2010 Cellar Selection features a plushly textured palate, refined aromas and flavors of cherries, earth and cedar, and a long, softly dusty finish. Drink now–2018.",Cellar Selection,30,90,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2010 Cellar Selection Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2010-cellar-selection-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Villa Maria 13.5,Red,Italy,"Vignavecchia hits its stride with this successful wine, which reveals spicy, exotic flavors enhanced by vibrant tones of incense and moist pipe tobacco. Fresh fruit lends the palate a plump, soft and rich feel.",Riserva,40,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Vignavecchia 2007 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignavecchia-2007-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Vignavecchia ,Red,Italy,"A blend of equal parts Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Sangiovese, Piastraia opens with tangy green hints of rosemary and curry leaf, followed by notes of ripe strawberry, cherry liqueur and blackberry jam. Touches of leather and tobacco surface on the palate, and the tannins are firm and richly textured.",Piastraia,45,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Michele Satta 2009 Piastraia (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-satta-2009-piastraia-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2009,Michele Satta 14,Red,New Zealand,"This label has had its ups and downs over the years. The 2010 Pinot Noir is one of the successes, and it boasts an effusive nose of roses, cherries, dusty earth and mocha. It's medium to full in the mouth, delivering cherry fruit and underpinnings of earth and spice. The finish is long, spicy and firm without being hard.",,19,90,Awatere Valley,,,The Crossings 2010 Pinot Noir (Awatere Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossings-2010-pinot-noir-awatere-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,The Crossings 14.5,Red,Italy,"Le Corti is a bright, slender expression of Chianti Classico compared to Principe Corsini's more austere Cortevecchia Riserva. This selection shows mild touches of tobacco and chocolate set over rich notes of red fruit and cherry. To maintain its freshness of fruit, this is partially aged in oak barrels, with the rest kept in cement vats.",Le Corti,28,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Principe Corsini Fattoria Le Corti 2009 Le Corti (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-corsini-fattoria-le-corti-2009-corti-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Principe Corsini Fattoria Le Corti 14.5,Red,Italy,"The beauty of this wine is that it shows seductive power and personality. Nothing is over the top. Cortevecchia Riserva doles out carefully measured aromas of forest fruit, spice, toasted nut and tobacco. It feels linear, bright and tight, but it is also elegant and soft.",Le Corti Cortevecchia Riserva,48,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Principe Corsini Fattoria Le Corti 2008 Le Corti Cortevecchia Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-corsini-fattoria-le-corti-2008-corti-cortevecchia-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Principe Corsini Fattoria Le Corti 15,Red,Italy,"This wine shows pristine aromas of cherry and forest fruit, followed by well-etched tones of spice and tobacco. This has a focused, tight personality, with supple, polished tannins.",Pian di Staffa Riserva,43,90,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Poggio Stenti 2007 Pian di Staffa Riserva (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-stenti-2007-pian-staffa-riserva-sangiovese-montecucco/,Sangiovese,2007,Poggio Stenti ,White,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. This is a delicious, spicy wine that glories in its peach and pear flavors. Opulent in style, the wine is ripe and rounded with just a twist of grapefruit acidity.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Le Nardian 2012 Barrel Sample (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-nardian-2012-barrel-sample-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Le Nardian 13.5,White,France,"This is a tight, currently closed wine, but it has the potential to exude intense fruit and balancing acidity. It has weight and a taut, minerally texture, and the finish is fresh and lively. It will age over the medium term.",Grande Montagne Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Grande Montagne Premier Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-grande-montagne-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 14,Red,New Zealand,"This limited-production wine is complex and savory, and it features notes of beets, sous bois and cherries, layered with touches of creamy cocoa and coffee. It's on the full-bodied side of things, but it remains supple and shows great focus on the lengthy finish. Drink now and over the next few years.",Four Barriques,56,90,Marlborough,,,Nautilus 2009 Four Barriques Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nautilus-2009-four-barriques-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2009,Nautilus 13.9,Red,US,"This is rich and appealing now for its ripe flavors of raspberry and cherry that taste as if they were baked in a sweet, smoky pie crust. The acidity provides a pleasant tartness. It should age well over the next 3–5 years.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,49,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,La Fenêtre 2010 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2010-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,La Fenêtre 14.9,Red,US,"Soft, fruity and spicy, this Zinfandel is starting to pick up some bottle-age notes. The currant and black raspberry flavors are joined by sautéed mushroom and charred bone accents. The rich tannins suggest pairing it with roasted or barbecued meats.",Meeks Hilltop Ranch,25,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2008 Meeks Hilltop Ranch Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2008-meeks-hilltop-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Wellington 14,Red,New Zealand,"Unabashedly New World in style, Peregrine's 2009 combines lusty fruit with ample oak accents to create a moderately complex, silky-textured Pinot Noir. The cherry fruit is accented by hints of vanilla, graham cracker and a delicate wreath of smoked meat. Drink now–2017.",,32,90,Central Otago,,,Peregrine 2009 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peregrine-2009-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2009,Peregrine 13,Red,France,"Showing the structure of Gevrey-Chambertin and the ripe fruit of the 2009 vintage, this bottling is immediately opulent and seductive. With its red plum flavor and balanced tannins and acids, this is a solid wine to drink now.",,50,90,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Jaffelin 2009 Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2009-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2009,Jaffelin ,Red,France,"This wine has equal amounts of ripe berry fruit and structure. There is a smoky character, wood and spice notes, balanced acidity and a leather-like touch to the texture. It is slowly developing, and it has the potential to be rich. Age this for 6–8 years.",Domaine du Clos Frantin,,90,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Albert Bichot 2010 Domaine du Clos Frantin (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-domaine-clos-frantin-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2010,Albert Bichot 13.8,Red,US,"This single-vineyard 100% Cabernet Franc is firm, juicy and focused. It has a phenolic bite at the back end, along with lemony acids. The concentration of fruit and herb flavors is excellent, which makes it a fine steak wine and also a bottle to stow away for a few more years.",Conner Lee Vineyard,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2010 Conner Lee Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2010-conner-lee-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Arbor Crest 15,Red,Israel,"With 18 months spent in oak, the wood influence is certainly apparent, but it's balanced by the deep black plum and cherry notes. The mouthfeel is lush but lifted, with dense black-fruit flavors on the palate that persist through the close. Vanilla and sweet smoke flavors lend a decadent feel to the finish.",Yarden,25,90,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2009 Yarden Syrah (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2009-yarden-shiraz-syrah-syrah-galilee/,Syrah,2009,Golan Heights Winery ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. In its ninth harvest as the Médoc bottling from Château Cos d'Estournel, Goulée is coming into its own as the vineyard matures. The palate is nicely concentrated with chocolate and black-currant fruits, followed by an herbal hint on the finish.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Goulée 2012 Barrel Sample (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goulee-2012-barrel-sample-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Goulée 14.1,White,US,"The Helix Chardonnay is a lush offering of pineapple flavor, plus a leesy, mineral-soaked midpalate that is supremely refreshing. It has terrific acidity and persistence on the palate.",,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Helix by Reininger 2011 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helix-by-reininger-2011-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Helix by Reininger 14.5,Red,New Zealand,"The Escarpment style is always one of ample ripeness, weight and structure, and the 2009 measures up to the winery's previous successes. Plummy fruit is tinged with a dark chocolate note, while the palate is richly textured, and the finish is long and velvety. Drink now–2018.",,,90,Martinborough,,,Escarpment 2009 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/escarpment-2009-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2009,Escarpment 13,White,US,"This tastes bone dry, and it offers acidity that's so clean and racy, it makes your mouth feel like it's shining. The flavors of limes, lemons, hay, white pepper and vanilla are delightful.",,10,90,California,California Other,California,Geyser Peak 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2012-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Geyser Peak ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. This wine is marked by new-wood spice and strong structure that showcases a sense of weight and spicy ripeness. The palate is powerful, while also maintaining a bold, juicy character.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Meyney 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-meyney-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Meyney ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. This is a concentrated wine that's very full in the mouth and shows its structure right up front. It has acidity and some juiciness, but the fruit is still very suppressed by the dryness.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Camensac 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-camensac-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Camensac 13.5,Red,France,"This shows the structure of the vintage as well as delicious red-berry and spice flavors. Hints of wood aging are apparent and need to integrate, so give this concentrated selection at least four years.",Les Hauts Jarrons Premier Cru,82,90,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Domaine de Bellene 2010 Les Hauts Jarrons Premier Cru (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bellene-2010-hauts-jarrons-premier-cru-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine de Bellene ,White,France,"Citrus and orange zest flavors and bright acids characterize this wine. It's a refreshing selection, and it has a tight texture and pear juice flavor. Age it for 1–2 years.",Les Combottes,,90,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Domaine Champy 2010 Les Combottes (Pernand-Vergelesses),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-champy-2010-combottes-chardonnay-pernand-vergelesses/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine Champy 13,White,France,"Santenay, which is located toward the south of the Côte de Beaune, is known for its wines that are accessible and early maturing. This ripe selection bursts with flavors of yellow fruit and citrus, touched by wood influence. Drink it over the next year, or age it for 3–4.",Gravières Premier Cru,50,90,Burgundy,Santenay,,Domaine Jessiaume 2010 Gravières Premier Cru (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jessiaume-2010-gravieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-santenay/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine Jessiaume 13,Red,France,"A single-vineyard wine, this is firmly structured and full of perfumed fruit. New wood aging gives the red berry fruit a smoky, toasty character. It's a rich, concentrated selection to age for five years or more.",Clos du Meix des Ouches,130,90,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine des Varoilles 2010 Clos du Meix des Ouches (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-varoilles-2010-clos-meix-ouches-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine des Varoilles ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. Soft, open, and rounded with gentle tannins, this wine is intensely fruity. Packed with black fruits and red berries, it's delicious and ripe.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château La Grave à Pomerol 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grave-a-pomerol-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château La Grave à Pomerol ,Red,France,"89–90. Barrel sample. This is a polished, new-wood flavored wine that has hints of mint as well as an herbal character. It's juicy and soft with black currant fruits lending an attractive aftertaste.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Chateau Desmirail 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-desmirail-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Chateau Desmirail 14.9,Red,US,"This 100% Syrah shows intense blackberry, crème de cassis and plum sauce flavors, plus hints of charred bone and black pepper. It's dry, and the tannins are firm but supple. The alcohol is high, but it's balanced with the wine's fruit.",Cuvee Christine,45,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Donelan 2010 Cuvee Christine Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donelan-2010-cuvee-christine-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2010,Donelan 13.5,White,France,"Rich and smooth, this wood-aged wine shows great weight and concentration. A touch of minerality provides a counterbalance to the ripe lemon and apricot flavors. It needs a couple of years to fully reveal its structured side.",Quintessence,,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Sangouard-Guyot 2011 Quintessence (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sangouard-guyot-2011-quintessence-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Sangouard-Guyot ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. Ripe and smoky in character, this wine is perfumed and lively with acidity. It has potential to be a delicious, fruity, friendly wine but tannins and minerality both add firmer depth.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Teyssier 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-teyssier-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Teyssier 15,Red,US,"Part of a Limited Release series, this Syrah is made from fruit that was sourced from the Wahluke Slope, and it's co-fermented with 5% Viognier. Solid and substantial, it offers clear flavors of coffee, licorice, herb and earth, plus a deep, saturated note of blackberry syrup. A touch of dark chocolate infuses the finish.",Boreal Red Wine,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Boreal Red Wine Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-boreal-red-wine-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. This is a juicy wine with so much ripe fruit, it lends the palate a soft, easy character. The tannins are gentle and warm, with lively acidity on the finish giving a fresh aftertaste.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Rahoul 2012 Barrel Sample (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rahoul-2012-barrel-sample-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Rahoul ,Dessert,France,89–91. Barrel sample. The wine has good acidity with a spirited character. It's bright and full with tropical fruits that are rounded and fruity in character. The texture is soft—a gentle ramble around Sauternes—and likely to be an early-developing wine.,Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Rabaud-Promis 2012 Barrel Sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rabaud-promis-2012-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Rabaud-Promis ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. This is a soft, spicy wine with berry fruits and sweet tannins. It has a gentle feel that comes from its ripe black-currant character.",Le Dragon de Quintus Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Quintus 2012 Le Dragon de Quintus Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-quintus-2012-le-dragon-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Quintus ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. Firmly tannic and dry, the wine has density, a dry core and complex structure. With a firm character, not yet hinting at fruit.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Prieuré-Lichine 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-prieure-lichine-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Prieuré-Lichine ,Red,France,89–91. Barrel sample. This juicy wine is attractively perfumed. It's a wine that will develop relatively quickly with lively acidity and balanced tannins.,Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Paveil de Luze 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-paveil-luze-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Paveil de Luze 14.5,Red,Italy,"This pretty riserva from the up-and-coming Montecucco area of coastal Tuscany, which is located roughly between Bolgheri and Montalcino, shows deep nuances of cherry, blackberry and cassis, followed by notes of leather and tobacco. The palate is velvety and fresh.",Riserva,25,90,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Collemassari 2009 Riserva (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collemassari-2009-riserva-red-montecucco/,Red Blend,2009,Collemassari ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. At 29 acres, this is a large vineyard for Pomerol. The 2012 is a ripe, open wine with spice, sweet tannins and a soft, full character. Ripe and spicy on the finish.",Barrel Sample,90,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Clos René 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-rene-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Clos René 14,Red,Italy,"This blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Cabernet Franc shows soft tones of milk chocolate and plush cherry, backed by a tangy spice note. The fruit feels ripe and round, although the palate remains firmly structured thanks to the polished tannins.",Peàn,25,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Batzella 2009 Peàn (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/batzella-2009-pean-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2009,Batzella 14.3,Red,US,"This selection is from Terravant Wine Company, a custom-crush facility in Santa Barbara County. Dry and tannic, it shows classic Cabernet Sauvignon character. It has a smoothness often associated with Napa Valley wines and flavors of blackberry, black currant and oak.",,13,90,California,California Other,California,Barrel Ranch 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrel-ranch-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Barrel Ranch 14,Red,Italy,"Dark ruby color in color, this Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot blend opens with bright tones of forest fruit, lead pencil, cola and crushed mineral. It is bright and firm, with a polished, dusty mouthfeel.",Adèo,30,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Campo alla Sughera 2010 Adèo (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-alla-sughera-2010-adeo-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Campo alla Sughera 13.5,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon are blended to create a soft, luscious wine that's loaded with bright cherry, rich chocolate and mocha flavors. It would pair beautifully with steak in green-pepper cream sauce.",Pergolaia,20,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Caiarossa 2007 Pergolaia Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caiarossa-2007-pergolaia-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Caiarossa 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This dark-colored blend of Touriga Nacional and Castelão shows intense fruitiness and concentrated structure. A full-bodied and black-fruit-driven wine, this will age over the next few years, and the tannins will round out to add more richness.",Cabeça de Toiro Reserva Touriga Nacional-Castelão,15,90,Tejo,,,Caves Velhas 2009 Cabeça de Toiro Reserva Touriga Nacional-Castelão Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-velhas-2009-cabeca-toiro-reserva-touriga-nacional-castelao-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,Caves Velhas 13.5,Red,Italy,"This riserva shows clean, polished lines, and it offers bright nuances of cherry, blackberry, leather and moist earth. The mouthfeel is crisp but powerful, and there's a lingering sensation of forest berry and chopped herb on the finish.",Riserva,24,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castellare di Castellina 2009 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2009-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Castellare di Castellina 14.8,Red,US,"Lush and decadent, this wine has blackberry and blueberry jam, milk chocolate and toasty oak flavors. And even with all of the richness, the finish is dry and tannic. The gripping tannins suggest it can age for for 5–6 years.",Crossfire Beckstoffer Missouri Hopper Vineyard,85,91,California,Napa,Oakville,World's End 2009 Crossfire Beckstoffer Missouri Hopper Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/worlds-end-2009-crossfire-beckstoffer-missouri-hopper-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,World's End 14.5,Red,US,"Thick and foresty, this Pinot Noir embodies the extremes of the Perli Vineyard. It bursts with dark blue and earthy red fruits that are tempered by a savory undertone. This wine takes time to reveal itself, so age it for 5–7 years, and pair it with stews, risottos or seasoned braised lamb.",Perli Vineyard,52,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Arista 2010 Perli Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2010-perli-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2010,Arista 14,Red,Italy,"Made from organic fruit, this Syrah opens with intense aromas of chopped mint, ginger, cola, black pepper and dried berry. The wine's complexity is impressive, and so is its freshness and persistence.",Alice,45,91,Tuscany,Cortona,,Stefano Amerighi 2008 Alice Syrah (Cortona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-amerighi-2008-alice-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cortona/,Syrah,2008,Stefano Amerighi 14.8,Red,US,"Production has increased dramatically, but quality remains quite good for this estate-grown Cabernet Franc. Deep and plummy, it's a rich, round mouthful of blue and black fruits that are dressed up with plenty of spicy oak tones. The tannins are polished and bring some finishing flavors of black tea. This should age for a decade at least.",Katherine Corkrum,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2010 Katherine Corkrum Cabernet Franc (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2010-katherine-corkrum-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Spring Valley Vineyard ,Red,Italy,"Obsession delivers aromas of blackberry and plum, with pretty accents of spice and tobacco at the back. The palate is thick and dense, with tight tannins and loads of dark fruit intensity.",Obsession,75,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Vignamaggio 2009 Obsession Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-vignamaggio-2009-obsession-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Villa Vignamaggio 14,Red,Italy,"It's impossible to resist mentioning the moniker as Sassabruna truly is one sassy wine. The blend is 80% Sangiovese, with Syrah and Merlot. Notes of black cherry, plum and soft chocolate peel away one layer after the next.",Sassabruna,25,91,Tuscany,Monteregio di Massa Marittima,,Rocca di Montemassi 2010 Sassabruna (Monteregio di Massa Marittima),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-montemassi-2010-sassabruna-red-monteregio-massa-marittima/,Red Blend,2010,Rocca di Montemassi 14,Red,Italy,"Following in the footsteps of Tuscany's best Brunellos, this wine shows delicate tones of dried ginger, chopped rosemary, cola, leather, prune and dark berry. Sangiovese is an acidic grape, and its freshness gives the palate some pop.",,50,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Renieri 2007 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2007-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Renieri 14,Red,Italy,"Made from the little-known Ciliegiolo grape, this organic wine has notes of spice and tobacco that support the flavors of dark fruit, blackberry and prune. The palate is soft, velvety and extra smooth.",San Lorenzo,58,91,Tuscany,Maremma,,Sassotondo 2008 San Lorenzo (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sassotondo-2008-san-lorenzo-italian-white-ciliegiolo-maremma/,Ciliegiolo,2008,Sassotondo 15,White,US,"This is high in alcohol, but the result is a rich Pinot Blanc, with citrus, tropical fruit, mineral, white flower and honey flavors. The bright, citrusy acidity keeps the mouthfeel keen and zingy.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,24,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Nagy 2011 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nagy-2011-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-blanc-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Nagy 13,Red,Slovenia,"Notes of mint and thyme add savory tones to bright, pristine flavors of cassis and black cherry in this blend of Merlot, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon. Structured and full bodied, this has warm oak tones and striking acidity. It's delicious now, but it should continue to develop over the next five years.",Veliko,50,91,Brda,,,Movia 2004 Veliko Red (Brda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/movia-2004-veliko-red-brda/,Red Blend,2004,Movia 13.5,Red,France,"Perfumed, rich yet soft, this is opulent Beaune at its best. It has acidity and a touch of tannin, but it's the broad, ripe red-fruit flavors that dominate, which gives juiciness and vitality to this wine that will age for several years.",Theurons Premier Cru,70,91,Burgundy,Beaune,,Louis Jadot 2010 Theurons Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2010-theurons-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Louis Jadot 13,Red,France,"Mitans is one of the lesser-known premier crus in Volnay, and it has created a wine that shows the voluptuousness of Volnay. It has a smoky character, and it's laced with acidity and bright red fruit. It will benefit from 3–4 years of aging.",Mitans Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Volnay,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Mitans Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-mitans-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2010,Olivier Leflaive 13.5,White,France,"Initially smooth and rounded, this wine opens to reveal a structured character. A note of tangy lemon zest cuts through the pear and quince flavors, which creates a balance between richness and tautness. Ready to drink in 1–2 years.",,60,91,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 14.5,Red,US,"This elaborate wine offers delicious cherry-pie, mocha, red currant and sandalwood flavors. The tannins are smooth and flashy, and it's easy to drink. But it shows the limits of Cabernet Franc, which simply doesn't have the depth of Cabernet Sauvignon.",Franc 'N Stern,125,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakville East 2010 Franc 'N Stern Cabernet Franc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-east-2010-franc-n-stern-cabernet-franc-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Oakville East 14.6,Red,US,"Production of this Merlot was further dampened in 2009 by an early freeze. But the quality is as good as ever, which is apparent in the pretty core of strawberry, raspberry and red plum flavors. Aging in 55% new French oak gives the fruit a Bourbon-soaked appeal as it rolls onto the rich finish streaked with dark chocolate.",,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Northstar 2009 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northstar-2009-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2009,Northstar ,Red,France,"Rich, elegant and classic, this wine is made from fruit sourced from old vines—some as much as 70 years old. It has a tannic structure, but the dominant elements are the dense red- and black-plum flavors, which are supported by the wine's acids. Age it for 5–6 years.",Les Longeroies,,91,Burgundy,Marsannay,,Domaine Bruno Clair 2010 Les Longeroies (Marsannay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bruno-clair-2010-longeroies-pinot-noir-marsannay/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Bruno Clair 13.5,White,France,"Made from fruit that was sourced from a 2.4-acre plot on the steep slopes of Vergisson, this is an intense, ripe, wood-aged wine. The acidity is allied to the spice and yellow fruit flavors. A concentrated wine of great purity, this is worth aging for several years.",Tête de Cru Les Perrières,55,91,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Ferret 2010 Tête de Cru Les Perrières (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ferret-2010-tete-cru-perrieres-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine Ferret 13,Red,France,"This is a structured, fruity wine that has ripe strawberry and red plum flavors. Its tannins are condensed at the core, and the finish is marked by refreshing acidity. The vineyard is wholly owned by Faiveley.",Clos de L'Ecu Premier Cru,70,91,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Faiveley 2010 Clos de L'Ecu Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-faiveley-2010-clos-lecu-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Faiveley 15,Red,Italy,"This 80-20 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc shows a bright cherry aroma, with spice, leather and tar notes in the background. It shows a soft, plush feel, with good balance.",,35,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Ferrari Iris e Figli 2009 Bolgheri Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-iris-e-figli-2009-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2009,Ferrari Iris e Figli 13,White,France,"Fragrant and generous, this ripe wine shows its fruitiness as easily as it reveals its structure. Its ripe, full-bodied character remains tightly textured, which makes it an age-worthy selection.",Mont de Milieu Premier Cru,60,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,Garnier et Fils 2010 Mont de Milieu Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garnier-fils-2010-mont-milieu-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2010,Garnier et Fils 14.8,Red,US,"A blend of eight different Syrah clones and a splash of Grenache, this is dark and sappy, with dense veins of citrus oil, licorice, coffee liqueur and black tea that are anchored by a solid black-cherry flavor. This should drink well for a decade or longer.",Red Willow Vineyard Clonal Block,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Eight Bells 2010 Red Willow Vineyard Clonal Block Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eight-bells-2010-red-willow-vineyard-clonal-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2010,Eight Bells ,Dessert,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. With some sumptuous texture and fruits, this is a full and ripe wine. It has a ripe, rich character, and is quite forward and fruity.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Romer 2012 Barrel Sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-romer-2012-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Romer ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This firmly tannic wine is solid and potentially quite complex. The structure is paramount, exhibiting substantial weight, while still hinting at the juicy fruity acidity on the finish.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Clinet 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clinet-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Clinet ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This tannic wine is very dry and extracted. It doesn't have the weight to sustain this intense dryness, however, suggesting potential for a fine fruitiness with age. Dark on the palate, it finishes quite dry.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Canon la Gaffelière 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canon-gaffeliere-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Canon la Gaffelière ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This is a ripe and spicy wine that showcases flavors of new wood and rich, sweet black fruits. The wine is attractive and fruity, but with enough structure to promise some good aging.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Cambon la Pelouse 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cambon-pelouse-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Cambon la Pelouse ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. Under the same stable as Château Angélus, this is a densely textured wine, with powerful concentration from ripe Merlot. Full-bodied and intensely ripe.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Bellevue 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bellevue-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Bellevue ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This concentrated wine brings out all the qualities of 2012 vintage—fruitiness, juicy black fruit and great swathes of fresh acidity. It's a finely balanced wine.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Malescot Saint-Exupery 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malescot-saint-exupery-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Malescot Saint-Exupery 13,Red,France,"This wine is perfumed, with delicious notes of plum and spice that are balanced by light tannins and fine, elegant acids. A touch of mineral marks the finish.",Clos Rousseau Premier Cru,40,91,Burgundy,Santenay,,David Moreau 2010 Clos Rousseau Premier Cru (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-moreau-2010-clos-rousseau-premier-cru-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2010,David Moreau 14,Red,Italy,"With fruit selected from a single-vineyard site, this riserva does a nice job of portraying a fresh cherry flavor within an elaborate framework of oak spice, leather and tobacco notes. The wine is propped up by tight wood-derived tannins, which gives it a firm structure. It could use a few more years of cellar aging",Bellezza Riserva,30,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Gabbiano 2009 Bellezza Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-gabbiano-2009-bellezza-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Castello di Gabbiano 14.5,Red,Italy,"Castello di Bolgheri enjoys some of the most coveted vineyard sites that are located a stone's throw away from the Bolgheri castle tower. The blend is Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, and it delivers black fruit aromas, backed by wet earth, button mushroom and leather notes. It feels plush, yet structured.",,65,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Castello di Bolgheri 2009 Bolgheri Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bolgheri-2009-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2009,Castello di Bolgheri ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This ripe and chocolatey wine is soft and pleasantly characteristic of Merlot. Full-bodied and rich, the palate is touched by spice and topped with attractive acidity. There's a rich feel to it all around.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Tronquoy-Lalande 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tronquoy-lalande-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Tronquoy-Lalande ,White,France,"Full bodied, rich and ripe, this wine has a minerally texture and is loaded with tropical fruit, citrus and apricot flavors. It's a serious selection that needs some aging. This is one of a series of single-vineyard wines from the Comte de Ternay estate.",Château de Rully La Bressande Cuvée Comte R. de Ternay Premier Cru,36,91,Burgundy,Rully,,Antonin Rodet 2010 Château de Rully La Bressande Cuvée Comte R. de Ternay Premier Cru (Rully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2010-chateau-rully-bressande-cuvee-comte-r-ternay-premier-cru-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2010,Antonin Rodet 14.3,Red,US,"There's much to admire in this full-bodied, authoritative Sangiovese. It has the varietal's leafy tartness, with tangy red and purple fruits that are bound by zippy acids and tongue-tingling phenolics.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Kaella 2010 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Sangiovese (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaella-2010-ciel-cheval-vineyard-sangiovese-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sangiovese,2010,Kaella ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This rich, opulent wine is packed with ripe black fruits and red berries. It's a warm wine with a generous character that's balanced with a firm core of tannins.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Branas Grand Poujeaux 2012 Barrel Sample (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-branas-grand-poujeaux-2012-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Branas Grand Poujeaux 13.7,Red,US,"Forward and delicious, this offers waves of blackberries, cherries, currants, anise and cedar that are wrapped in firm yet supple tannins. Drink now–2016.",Little Sister Proprietary Red Wine,45,91,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Wallis Family Estate 2010 Little Sister Proprietary Red Wine Red (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wallis-family-estate-2010-little-sister-proprietary-red-wine-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Red Blend,2010,Wallis Family Estate ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This is a full and ripe wine that slowly reveals its rich, full-bodied character. On the mid palate, dry Saint-Estèphe tannins come through to show the immense concentration of the wine.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Phélan-Ségur 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-phelan-segur-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Phélan-Ségur 13.5,Red,Israel,"With only 6,000 bottles produced, this limited-production selection might be tricky to find, but it's well worth the effort. Layered and nuanced, ripe fruit provides a perfect backdrop for accents of game, spice and oak. The silky texture is complemented by black cherry and plum-skin flavors, and the finish ends on a black tea note that lingers. Drink now–2017.",The Chosen Ruby,60,91,Galilee,,,Binyamina 2009 The Chosen Ruby Syrah (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/binyamina-2009-chosen-ruby-shiraz-syrah-syrah-galilee/,Syrah,2009,Binyamina ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This fresh, almost crisp wine exhibits vibrant black-currant acidity. It's fragrant and attractive—a very perfumed wine—showing the fruitiness of the year very well.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Moulin Saint-Georges 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moulin-saint-georges-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Moulin Saint-Georges ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This is a solid and dense wine with hints of bitter chocolate along with super-ripe blackberry fruits. The wine has concentration, richness and a fine ageing potential.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Maucaillou 2012 Barrel Sample (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-maucaillou-2012-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Maucaillou 14,Red,Italy,"A study in balance, this wine has dark berry and tobacco aromas that are elegant rather than overly intense. The palate reveals polished tannins and firm fruit flavors.",,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Carpineto 2007 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-2007-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Carpineto ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. Sweet wood aromas open this ripe, yet expertly balanced wine. Denseness on the palate is complemented by black-currant acidity, yielding a lively, fragrant and fresh wine that finishes with lingering, attractive fruit.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Couspaude 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-couspaude-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château la Couspaude ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. Solid and structured, while also a fruity wine, this has weight, richness and generous black-fruit flavors. It's quite a success, and showcases the pleasurable side of the vintage.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château d'Hanteillan 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-hanteillan-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château d'Hanteillan ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. Packed with new wood, blackberry fruits and soft tannins, this wine sums up the fruitiness of the vintage. Great swathes of juicy acidity linger at the end.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château d'Agassac 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dagassac-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château d'Agassac ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. Richly textured and weighty, this dark, dense, black-plum flavored wine is accented by black-coffee notes along with fragrant acidity.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Citran 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-citran-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Citran 14,Red,Italy,"A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot, this opens with drying mineral tones of granite and campfire, and it has austere, dusty tannins. The fruit is bold, pulled together by notes of cherry, cassis, leather and spice.",Ruit Hora,30,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Caccia al Piano 1868 2010 Ruit Hora (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caccia-al-piano-1868-2010-ruit-hora-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,1868,Caccia al Piano 1868 13.5,Red,Portugal,"More commonly found in the Dão region to the north, the Alfrocheiro grape seems to have found a good home in the sandy soils of Lagoalva de Cima. Rich, fruity and age worthy, this has dusty tannins and a texture that hints of mineral.",Grande Escolha,40,91,Tejo,,,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 2009 Grande Escolha Alfrocheiro (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-lagoalva-cima-2009-grande-escolha-portuguese-red-alfrocheiro-tejo/,Alfrocheiro,2009,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 14,Red,Italy,"This blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot shows impressive intensity and carefully measured oak tones that add nuances of clove and nutmeg. At the base are notes of red fruit, cherry and blackberry, plus dried tones of prune and cassis.",Sasso al Poggio,25,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Piccini 2008 Sasso al Poggio Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-2008-sasso-al-poggio-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Piccini 13,White,France,"A high amount of toast currently dominates this wine. Texturally, it is minerally, citric and tight, and its grapefruit and toast notes mingle with its intense acids. Because of its structure, this needs to age for at least three years.",En Remilly Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 En Remilly Premier Cru (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-en-remilly-premier-cru-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 13.5,Red,Italy,"This 80-20 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot opens with milk chocolate, cherry, exotic spice, blackberry jam and crème de cassis notes. The mouthfeel is chewy, rich and plush, and the supple tannins are followed by loads of dark berry fruit.",Renzo,30,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Antonino Tringali-Casanuova 2008 Renzo (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonino-tringali-casanuova-2008-renzo-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2008,Antonino Tringali-Casanuova 12.5,White,France,"There is a fine mineral-driven backbone to this ripe, concentrated and fruity wine, which gives its dense apricot and pineapple flavors great structure. It needs to age for at least four years.",Château de Rully Saint Jacques Cuvée R. de Ternay,35,91,Burgundy,Rully,,Antonin Rodet 2010 Château de Rully Saint Jacques Cuvée R. de Ternay (Rully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2010-chateau-rully-saint-jacques-cuvee-r-ternay-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2010,Antonin Rodet ,White,France,"Clos des Mouches is one of the top Beaune premier crus for both red and white wines. This rich selection offers wood-derived flavors that show through the racy mineral and yellow fruit notes. The finish is both rich and crisp, with mouth-watering acidity.",Domaine du Pavillon Clos des Mouches Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Beaune,,Albert Bichot 2010 Domaine du Pavillon Clos des Mouches Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-domaine-pavillon-clos-mouches-premier-cru-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,2010,Albert Bichot ,Red,France,This Bichot monopole has produced a round wine that's full of attractive plum flavor. It's backbone is buried in the sumptuous texture. Age this for at least four years.,Clos des Maréchaudes Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Aloxe-Corton,,Albert Bichot 2010 Clos des Maréchaudes Premier Cru (Aloxe-Corton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-clos-marechaudes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-aloxe-corton/,Pinot Noir,2010,Albert Bichot 13,Red,France,"This has firm tannins, and it demonstrates the potential of its juicy fruit flavors. With its powerful structure, this is a slowly developing selection that needs at least five years in a cellar.",Sur les Grèves Clos Saint-Anne Premier Cru,57,91,Burgundy,Beaune,,Jaffelin 2010 Sur les Grèves Clos Saint-Anne Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2010-sur-greves-clos-saint-anne-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Jaffelin 13,Red,France,"A blend of wines from a number of Chambolle's premier cru vineyards, this is a rich and generous wine, with spice and red berry flavors, plus sweet tannins and a firm feel on the finish.",Premier Cru,90,91,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Joseph Drouhin 2010 Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2010-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2010,Joseph Drouhin 14.5,Red,US,"Made in a dry, light style, this Pinot Noir has a silky mouthfeel and citrusy acidity that gets the tastebuds whistling. It has intense flavors of sour cherry candy and Dr. Pepper, and the oak influence lends an edge of sweet toast. Seems at its best now and over the next few years. It will pair well with tuna tartare.",,45,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Huge Bear 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huge-bear-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Huge Bear 14.5,Red,US,"This Syrah is rounding into its prime drinking window. Purple and black fruits abound, with teasing streaks of anise, clove and espresso. Lush and precise, this has excellent length, and although it's drinking beautifully right now, it can age further.",,29,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Helix by Reininger 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helix-by-reininger-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Helix by Reininger 13.5,White,Italy,"This oak-aged blend of Riesling, Gewürztraminer and Chardonnay shows enormous intensity and personality, and it offers beaming aromas of sun-ripened peach, apricot, pear and exotic fruit. Smooth sensations of honey and vanilla cream drive the long, generous finish.",Lodano,,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tua Rita 2011 Lodano White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tua-rita-2011-lodano-white-toscana/,White Blend,2011,Tua Rita 14,Red,Italy,"Delicate and subdued, this wine shows forest fruit, savory spice and mild tobacco notes, backed by bright acidity and an extremely fine and polished mouthfeel. It's a testament to the elegant and ethereal 2006 vintage.",Riserva,65,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Renieri 2006 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2006-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Renieri 14.9,Red,US,"The raspberry and cherry flavors are a bit obvious at first, but then the balanced tannins and acids become apparent, and the tasteful application of sweet, smoky oak surfaces. This wine grows more interesting as it sits in the glass. Drink it now and over the next 3–4 years for maximum freshness.",Pisoni Vineyard,55,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Siduri 2011 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2011-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Siduri 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Acciderba shows elegance and intensity, and it offers notes of oak-derived spice, dried herb, blackberry and clove. On the palate, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and Sangiovese delivers firm tannins and tangy barbecue and teriyaki notes.",Acciderba,42,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Serni Fulvio Luigi 2009 Acciderba (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serni-fulvio-luigi-2009-acciderba-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2009,Serni Fulvio Luigi 14.2,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon has massive waves of blackberry, black currant and chocolate flavors that take over the palate, plus a sweet note of toast from the oak. It's very tannic, which gives the mouthfeel an astringent hardness, so try giving it 6–8 years in a cellar, and it may even show well in 12–15 years.",Yewell Vineyard,72,91,California,Napa,St. Helena,Corley 2009 Yewell Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corley-2009-yewell-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Corley 13.5,White,US,"This has great viscosity and bracing minerality, plus a tongue-tickling texture. The refreshing palate offers gooseberry and melon notes, which combine to make this a go-to Sancerre substitute. One can only hope production increases from the miserly two barrels that were made in this vintage.",Reserve,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Columbia Crest 2011 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2011-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Columbia Crest 12,White,US,"Meditazione bursts out of the glass with a musky, vanilla-spice character that permeates the nose and palate. Fermented in oak with extended skin contact, this is an amber-hued wine that has bold, tea-leaf-like tannins and a gorgeous acidic edge. It's a fascinating effort to be enjoyed over the course of a long, meditative evening.",Meditazione,40,91,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Channing Daughters 2009 Meditazione White (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/channing-daughters-2009-meditazione-white-long-island/,White Blend,2009,Channing Daughters 14,Red,Italy,"The clean, polished bouquet gives this Cabernet Sauvignon an austere and masculine personality. Beyond the bold aromas of black fruit, leather and tobacco are delicate notes of pressed violet and rum cake. The tannins are solid and firm, and a dusting of mineral gives the palate extra dimension.",Il Tarabuso,45,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Terre del Marchesato 2009 Il Tarabuso Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-marchesato-2009-il-tarabuso-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Terre del Marchesato ,Red,Portugal,"A red-fruited wine, this is fragrant of wood and strawberries. The palate has a smoky, wood-laden character, a ripe plum flavor and a fine line of acidity. A fresh red-currant note marks the finish.",Telhas,30,91,Alentejano,,,Terra d'Alter 2010 Telhas Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-dalter-2010-telhas-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2010,Terra d'Alter 14,White,Italy,"A sophisticated, oak-aged Viognier, this delivers smooth aromas of apricot, candied fruit, white peppercorn and almond skin. The palate is equally generous, dense and rich.",Giovin Re,50,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Michele Satta 2010 Giovin Re Viognier (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-satta-2010-giovin-re-viognier-toscana/,Viognier,2010,Michele Satta 14.1,Red,US,"This is the winery's first Petit Verdot, and it's a beauty. Firm and muscular, it has plenty of blackberry and black cherry flavors hanging on its tannic bones. The finish shows a smack of dark chocolate, and the overall structure suggests that this will age for 15 years or more.",Sharilee,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2010 Sharilee Petit Verdot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2010-sharilee-petit-verdot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Petit Verdot,2010,Spring Valley Vineyard 14.9,Red,New Zealand,"The Te Muna Road section of Martinborough is the same region exploited by Craggy Range and Escarpment, so Cobblestone's American owners are in good company. Only the second release of this wine, the 2010 is a plush, sexy example, featuring a combination of fruity and savory components. Black cherry fruit pushes through complex notes of smoke, sous bois and shiitake mushrooms. Drink now–2020.",Te Muna,50,91,Martinborough,,,Cobblestone 2010 Te Muna Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cobblestone-2010-te-muna-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Cobblestone 13.5,Red,Italy,"An 80-20 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, this shows a pristine, polished bouquet that's composed of black fruit, rum cake, licorice, tobacco and spice. The ripe fruit and cassis notes on the finish add softness and heft. This is elegant and complex, especially in the mouth.",Scopaio,25,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Cipriana 2009 Scopaio (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cipriana-2009-scopaio-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2009,Cipriana 13,Red,France,"Firm and powerful, this tannic wine has dense black-fruit flavors, with enough fruitiness to balance the structure. The finish shows a smoky character, a bitter cherry flavor and bright acidity.",Collection Premier Cru,63,91,Burgundy,Pommard,,L. Tramier & Fils 2010 Collection Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/l-tramier-fils-2010-collection-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2010,L. Tramier & Fils 14.4,Red,US,"While this doesn't quite rival the great 2007, it is superior to the 2008. Rich, concentrated and structured, this has forward black-cherry, chocolate, anise and sandalwood flavors that are wrapped in firm but smooth, supple tannins. It should develop in the bottle over the next six years, but it can also be consumed now.",Reserve,65,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2009 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2009-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,Rutherford Hill 13.5,White,US,"This focused effort features fresh-cut apple and pear flavors that are spicy and tightly wrapped with a Bourbon-barrel-like accent. Delicious now, but it can be cellared for a decade at least.",Cold Creek Vineyard,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik 2010 Cold Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2010-cold-creek-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2010,Januik ,Dessert,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. A rich and smooth wine with delicious sweetness, great acidity and good balance. The wine has weight, orange marmalade and spice, and bright acidity on the finish.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Guiraud 2012 Barrel Sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-guiraud-2012-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Guiraud 14.1,Red,US,"Polished and balanced, this masterpiece shows restraint and it's already drinkable. With its great acidity and its fine intermingling of spice and red fruit flavors, this wine will appeal to lovers of Gamay and Pinot Noir.",Méthode à l'Ancienne,29,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2010 Méthode à l'Ancienne Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2010-methode-a-lancienne-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Navarro 14.5,Red,Portugal,"The earthy aromas of Castelão show strongly. Complex, rich and juicy, this wine's tannins and black fruits vie amicably for dominance, and they promise good aging. It has a spice note and a firm structure, with a fleshy character.",Catapereiro Escolha,15,91,Tejo,,,Wines & Winemakers 2010 Catapereiro Escolha Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2010-catapereiro-escolha-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Wines & Winemakers ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. Spicy wood is the dominant character in this wine. At this stage, the palate is bold with new-wood aging, while the acidity and juiciness are in the background, but there's good potential for the future.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Picque Caillou 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-picque-caillou-2012-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Picque Caillou ,Red,France,"For its youth, this is surprisingly forward and fruity. It is concentrated, and it offers a ripe plum flavor, sweet tannins and attractive acidity. The structure sits behind the delicious fruit, which suggests that this wine is only for the medium term.",,,91,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Maison Champy 2010 Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2010-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2010,Maison Champy 12.5,White,France,"While this wine has the crispness of Chablis, it also has weight and concentration. The bright green-apple flavor is underpinned by a sense of minerality. Nervy, tense yet fruity, this can age for 2–3 years.",Fourchaume Premier Cru,45,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Fourchaume Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-fourchaume-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 13.5,White,France,"An elegant yet ripe wine, this comes laced with citrus acidity, and the yellow fruit and melon flavors give it a sense of richness. It's lively and crisp, and it has a toasty base. Age it for 3–4 years.",Clos Saint-Marc Premier Cru,90,91,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Clos Saint-Marc Premier Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-clos-saint-marc-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 14.4,Red,US,"For lovers of pure Petit Verdot, this jewel brings luscious boysenberry, blackberry, espresso, anise and milk chocolate flavors together on a smooth and generous palate. The wine demonstrates careful attention to ripeness and balance, and it can probably age for 15 years.",,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Native Sun 2009 Petit Verdot (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/native-sun-2009-petit-verdot-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Petit Verdot,2009,Native Sun 14,Red,Italy,"Luca D'Attoma, the proprietor of Duemani, is a strictly biodynamic winemaker and a leading figure in Italy's natural wine movement. This wine shows pristine red fruit notes, backed by delicate, spicy tobacco and leather touches.",Cifra,,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Duemani 2010 Cifra Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duemani-2010-cifra-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Duemani 13,White,France,"Smooth and round, this wine is made from grapes that were sourced from the southernmost vineyards of the Côte d'Or. It has a soft, rich and fruity character that shows citrus and white peach flavors, plus a pineapple hint. As it opens, it becomes opulent and full bodied.",Les Charmes Dessus,60,91,Burgundy,Santenay,,Domaine de Bellene 2010 Les Charmes Dessus (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bellene-2010-charmes-dessus-chardonnay-santenay/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine de Bellene ,Red,France,"An elegant wine, this is full of ripe black-fruit flavors, and it has a rich, velvety texture. The acidity and minerality give this wine a sense of structure that promises good aging potential.",Les Taillepieds Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine Champy 2010 Les Taillepieds Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-champy-2010-taillepieds-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Champy ,White,France,"A pure-tasting wine, this has a mineral character, tight, balanced acidity and lemon and white-fruit flavors. One of the rare white wines from the Côte de Nuits, this has power and a toasty element.",En la rue de Vergy,,91,Burgundy,Morey-Saint-Denis,,Domaine Bruno Clair 2010 En la rue de Vergy (Morey-Saint-Denis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bruno-clair-2010-en-rue-vergy-chardonnay-morey-saint-denis/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine Bruno Clair 14.4,Red,US,"This is a lovely example of the vineyard's strengths: It has ripe, mouth-filling flavors of cherry and cassis, which are set in an iron-like framework and accented by chalk and clay notes. It's balanced, and it will benefit from cellaring for up to a decade.",Tapteil,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2009 Tapteil Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2009-tapteil-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Cadence 14.4,Red,US,"Made from estate-vineyard fruit, this is a blend of three-quarters Cabernet Sauvignon, with Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Each new vintage seems to bring a bit more depth to the wine, and the flavors of berry and plum remain fresh, with a gentle kiss of new oak.",Cara Mia Vineyard Camerata,55,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2009 Cara Mia Vineyard Camerata Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2009-cara-mia-vineyard-camerata-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Cadence 13.4,Red,US,"Bright and high in acidity, this has a lively cherry flavor, plus a layering of earthy mushroom. It's silky from start to finish.",Manchester Ridge Vineyard,50,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,La Follette 2010 Manchester Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/follette-2010-manchester-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2010,La Follette 10.1,Dessert,US,"Dark golden in color, this late-harvest Riesling, which was allowed to develop botrytis after two October 2011 storms, has knockout, sweet honey and apricot goodness from start to finish. It's round and concentrated, and it has 12.9% residual sugar. Incredible on its own, this will also pair well with peach- and pineapple-based desserts, foie gras and blue cheeses.",Cluster Select Late Harvest,59,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2011 Cluster Select Late Harvest Riesling (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2011-cluster-select-late-harvest-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Riesling,2011,Navarro ,Red,France,"Rugiens, which is named after its red soil, is located in the south of Pommard. Dense, structured and powerful, this is a brooding wine that has concentrated tannins and fruit that is offset by a tight line of acidity. This is a wine that demands aging.",Domaine du Pavillon Rugiens Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Pommard,,Albert Bichot 2010 Domaine du Pavillon Rugiens Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-domaine-du-pavillon-rugiens-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2010,Albert Bichot ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. Spicy new wood and the characteristically firm tannins of Saint-Estèphe yield a solid, chunky, powerful wine. With so much black plum, ginger and all-spice character, it's already quite complex and will develop well.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Lilian Ladouys 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lilian-ladouys-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Lilian Ladouys ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This is a ripe and fruity wine with smooth tannins within a densely-textured palate. It's weighty in the mouth with richness, elegance and a purity of character. The acidity on the finish is already delicious.",Le Petit Lion de Léoville las Cases Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Las Cases 2012 Le Petit Lion de Léoville las Cases Barrel Sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-las-cases-2012-le-petit-lion-de-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Léoville Las Cases ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. With warm, dusty aromas and tannins, this wine is quite firm and dry. It's serious in disposition and mineral driven, and packed with firm tannins on the finish.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Latour à Pomerol 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-a-pomerol-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Latour à Pomerol ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This is a dark, extracted wine with coffee flavors and dense tannins. The palate has a bitter character to it, and a structure that's very firm and dry.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Lamarque 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamarque-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Lamarque ,White,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This second white wine of Haut-Brion has herbaceous aromas, followed by spice, ginger and a touch of green fruits and orange zest.",Le Clarté de Haut-Brion Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Brion 2012 Le Clarté de Haut-Brion Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-brion-2012-le-clarte-de-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This very fresh wine is packed with juicy black currant flavors. It's ripe, soft tannins show a full and delicious character already.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Bergey 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bergey-2012-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Haut-Bergey ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. Owned by American Stephen Adams, Château Fonplégade showcases a rich and modern style of wine with smooth tannins and a velvet texture. Intensely concentrated on the finish.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Fonplégade 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonplegade-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Fonplégade ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This wine has very dark, extracted tannins. It is densely structured, and at present tasting tough, although with plenty of wonderful ripe fruit, there's a refreshing acidity on the finish.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Ferrière 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ferriere-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Ferrière ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. Very dense, with tannins that are solid and dry, this is an austere wine that has a firm, mineral side. The wine will need time although it's likely to remain severe.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Ferrande 2012 Barrel Sample (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ferrande-2012-barrel-sample-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Ferrande 14.6,Red,US,"This Syrah shows ripe blackberry, mulberry and currant flavors, plus notes of smoked meat, charred bone, anise and black pepper. With firm tannins and fine minerality, this clonal Syrah has great structure. It's terrific to drink now after some time in a decanter, and it can also age for 6–8 more years.",Colson Canyon Vineyard Clone 877,35,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Brander 2010 Colson Canyon Vineyard Clone 877 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2010-colson-canyon-vineyard-clone-877-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,Brander 13.5,Red,Italy,"A 65-35 blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon, this is bold, opulent and elaborate. This expression has perfumed notes of incense and exotic spice, lavished over tones of ripe cherry and blackberry.",Acciaiolo,90,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello d'Albola 2009 Acciaiolo Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalbola-2009-acciaiolo-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Castello d'Albola 14.5,Red,Italy,"Bold, ripe fruit and chocolate notes open the nose of this blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The wine is layered and rich, with lingering tones of tobacco and sweet spice.",Mosaico,60,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Casa di Terra 2010 Mosaico (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-terra-2010-mosaico-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Casa di Terra 15,Red,Israel,"This dark and attractive Shiraz shows excellent balance and a satiny texture. Notes of brambly raspberry and cherry mingle with seductive hints of sweet smoke, game and pepper. Hints of spicy mocha and forest berry linger on the finish. Approachable now, but should hold well and develop additional complexities through 2016.",Kayoumi Single Vineyard,33,91,Galilee,,,Carmel 2009 Kayoumi Single Vineyard Shiraz (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2009-kayoumi-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-galilee/,Shiraz,2009,Carmel 14.3,Red,US,"This wine boasts a riot of tart huckleberry, marionberry and purple fruit flavors that taste as if they have been lightly soaked in Bourbon. The dusty tannins set up a long ride onto the palate-pleasing finish.",Sagemoor Vineyard,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walla Walla Vintners 2009 Sagemoor Vineyard Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-vintners-2009-sagemoor-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2009,Walla Walla Vintners 13.5,Red,Italy,"At the heart of the Chianti Classico region, this estate is responsible for some of the most elegant and traditional expressions of this fabled wine. A bright cherry flavor is framed by oak-driven tones of vanilla spice and mocha.",Riserva,27,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Volpaia 2009 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-2009-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Volpaia 14,Red,New Zealand,"This is an amply endowed, round wine, with no hard edges. The ripe cherry fruit is dusted with hints of dusty earth and ground cinnamon that linger on the finish. It's a lush, harmonious mouthful of Pinot pleasure. Drink now–2020.",Reserve,40,91,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2009-reserve-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2009,Villa Maria 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Made from fruit that's sourced from the Buçaco Mountains in the east of Bairrada, this wine is rich and elegant, and its juicy fruit provides a counterbalance to the structure. With its youthful fruitiness, this is worth aging for another 2–3 years.",Azul Portugal,11,91,Bairrada,,,Wines & Winemakers 2008 Azul Portugal Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2008-azul-portugal-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2008,Wines & Winemakers 14.5,Red,Italy,"Federico Primo is a consistent expression of Cabernet Sauvignon that doles out generous layers of plum and blackberry, backed by spicy tones of pipe tobacco and juniper. The oak-derived nuances add extra dimension and length to the finish.",Federico Primo,40,91,Tuscany,Val di Cornia Suvereto,,Gualdo del Re 2007 Federico Primo Cabernet Sauvignon (Val di Cornia Suvereto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gualdo-re-2007-federico-primo-cabernet-sauvignon-val-cornia-suvereto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Gualdo del Re 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Made from fruit that was sourced from Central Otago's Bendigo subregion, this is a ripe and concentrated wine that still manages to show a surprising degree of elegance on the finish. Black cherry fruit is framed by maple syrup and brown sugar timbering. The wine seems chunky and full at first, but it smooths out and turns supple by the finish. It should drink well for the next five years or more.",Golden Terraces Vineyard,25,91,Central Otago,,,Mud House 2010 Golden Terraces Vineyard Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mud-house-2010-golden-terraces-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2010,Mud House 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Smoky aromas of hickory-laced dark fruit lead the way, easily sliding into boysenberry and bacon notes on the palate. The flavors are meaty and savory, not simply fruity, while the texture is lush. One of the best examples of Peg Bay Pinot Noir in memory, it finishes long, framed by supple tannins. Drink now–2020.",,40,91,Waipara Valley,,,Pegasus Bay 2009 Pinot Noir (Waipara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegasus-bay-2009-pinot-noir-waipara-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pegasus Bay 13.5,White,US,"Made from fruit sourced from the well-known Paragon Vineyard, this 100% Albariño is smooth and spicy, and its brilliant acidity highlights the green apple, citrus and vanilla flavors. Try this as an alternative to Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc.",Vinho Blanco,24,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,PasoPort 2011 Vinho Blanco White (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasoport-2011-vinho-blanco-white-central-coast-edna-valley/,White Blend,2011,PasoPort 14,Red,Italy,"A blend of Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, this offers a powerful and rich opening that exudes enduring tones of black spice, dark fruit, leather and tobacco. The palate has a round, chewy consistency, with polished tannins and loads of concentrated fruit.",Mediterra,25,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio al Tesoro 2010 Mediterra Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-al-tesoro-2010-mediterra-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Poggio al Tesoro 13,White,France,"This wine is concentrated and full in the mouth, and it bears a minerally texture and intense acidity. It's packed with flavors of sweet peach, lime, ripe Rocha pear and spice from the wood maturation. This promises to age for several years.",,60,91,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Domaine de Bellene 2010 Savigny-lès-Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bellene-2010-chardonnay-savigny-beaune/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine de Bellene 14.5,Red,US,"Give this Pinot Noir a few hours in the decanter before drinking it. Right out of the bottle, it's tight and brittle, but air brings out the core notes of cherry, vanilla, red currant and cedar, and makes it develop a drink-me-now appeal.",Estate Grown,44,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Dierberg 2009 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dierberg-2009-estate-grown-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Dierberg ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. Dense tannins mask the ripe black fruits on this powerful wine. Structured and concentrated, it finishes with hints of chocolate and a bitter, extracted twist at the end.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Taillefer 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-taillefer-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Taillefer ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This is a solid and dense wine with hints of bitter chocolate along with super-ripe blackberry fruits. The wine has concentration, richness and a fine ageing potential.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Pontac-Lynch 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pontac-lynch-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Pontac-Lynch 14,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot, this opens with bold, opulent tones of black fruit, ripe cherry, espresso bean and plum. The wine's delicate acidity and ample extraction are followed by flavors of leather, spice and dark chocolate.",Villa Donoratico,25,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta Argentiera 2010 Villa Donoratico (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-argentiera-2010-villa-donoratico-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Tenuta Argentiera 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"One of the top offerings from Saint Clair is invariably its Omaka Reserve. The 2010 features blackberry and cola notes that are accented by a hickory smoke tone, a harmonious and supple texture and a moderately long finish. Ready to drink now, the wine should easily last another few years.",Omaka Reserve,30,91,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2010 Omaka Reserve Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2010-omaka-reserve-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Saint Clair 13.5,White,France,"Only a small portion of this vineyard is planted with Chardonnay, and it has produced a minerally wine that's both crisp and ripe. The acidity is dominant at this stage, which lends the palate a juicy, peach- and citrus-like character. This wood-aged selection needs time.",Clos de la Croix de Pierre,40,91,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Louis Jadot 2010 Clos de la Croix de Pierre (Pernand-Vergelesses),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2010-clos-croix-pierre-chardonnay-pernand-vergelesses/,Chardonnay,2010,Louis Jadot 14,Red,Italy,"A blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet, this shows weight on the palate, and it offers velvety tannins and bright fruit and spicy flavors. The aromatic delivery is immediate and clean.",Guidaccio,44,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Marchesi Torrigiani 2006 Guidaccio Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-torrigiani-2006-guidaccio-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Marchesi Torrigiani 14.5,Red,New Zealand,"Saint Clair's Pioneer Block wines are always worth trying for their expressions of Marlborough's subregional characters. This one, from deep clay soils at the foot of the Dry Hills, features a bold cherry aroma and flavor, backed by ample vanilla and baking spice notes. It's big and slightly chunky in style, but it seems likely to smooth out over the next 12 months as the dusty tannins subside.",Pioneer Block 22 Barn Block,30,91,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2010 Pioneer Block 22 Barn Block Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2010-pioneer-block-22-barn-block-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Saint Clair 13.5,Red,Italy,"This shows power and muscle, but the delivery is surprisingly soft and supple. The wine's overall roundness is further reinforced by the irresistible tones of soft chocolate, cigar tobacco and black cherry, which lift straight out of the glass.",Modus,,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Ruffino 2009 Modus Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2009-modus-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Ruffino 15.3,Red,US,"It's important to not drink this Merlot right out of the bottle, because it's pretty tannic, and thus it's hard to appreciate the wine's beautiful fruit. Give it some time in a decanter to reveal the complex flavors of blackberry, cherry jam, grilled prosciutto, cassis, red licorice, cola and spice. It's unclear if this will age for a long time, but it can certainly be enjoyed over the next five years.",,50,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shafer 2010 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2010-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Shafer 14.2,White,US,"Classic Smith-Madrone Riesling, this is dryish and clean, with mouthwatering acidity and hints of citrus, Asian pear, green apple and honey. It shows balance and elegance that is rare in California Riesling. Enjoyable now, and it should slowly develop nuances over the next eight years.",,27,91,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Smith-Madrone 2011 Riesling (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-madrone-2011-riesling-napa-spring-mountain/,Riesling,2011,Smith-Madrone 14.7,Red,US,"Striking aromas of cassis, tobacco and fresh-ground coffee introduce this excellent new edition of JRG. The grapes were sourced from the excellent Alder Ridge, Klipsun, Canoe Ridge, Champoux and Seven Hills vineyards. It has a full midpalate, which is buoyed by juicy acidity. It could age for another five years or more, but drink it young to enjoy it best.",JRG,33,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pamplin 2010 JRG Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pamplin-2010-jrg-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Pamplin 12,White,US,"Lush and round, floral and fruity, this only hints at residual sugar. The acidity makes for a bracing palate that offers highlights of clover and honeysuckle, plus rich notes of stone fruits.",,11,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pacific Rim 2011 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-rim-2011-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Pacific Rim 14,White,France,"This is a superrich, smooth wine. The acidity is what keeps the ripe yellow-fruit flavors in order, and it has a lemon-like edge to the tropical mouthfeel. Age this for 3–4 years.",Sous le Dos d'Ane Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Meursault-Blagny,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Sous le Dos d'Ane Premier Cru (Meursault-Blagny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-sous-le-dane-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault-blagny/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a lovely expression of Merlot from the up-and-coming Montescudaio zone, which is located on the Tuscan coast just north of Bolgheri. The wine shows immense softness, and it has a huge cherry flavor that has been shaped by spice and chocolate accents from 18 months in barrel.",Castello Ginori,50,91,Tuscany,Montescudaio,,Marchesi Ginori Lisci 2008 Castello Ginori Merlot (Montescudaio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-ginori-lisci-2008-castello-merlot-montescudaio/,Merlot,2008,Marchesi Ginori Lisci 13.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah, this shows savory spice, smoked meat and tobacco notes, followed by black-berry, dark cherry and cola. The palate is fresh and clean, but it has enough heft to be paired with grilled meat.",Guado al Tasso Il Bruciato,30,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Marchesi Antinori 2010 Guado al Tasso Il Bruciato (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2010-guado-al-tasso-il-bruciato-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Marchesi Antinori 13,Sparkling,Hungary,"Hints of sweet pastry and rising bread entice on this refreshing, dry, yet honeyed sparkling wine made from Tokaj grape varieties. It's brisk on the palate, with a clean cut, but it has all of the waxy, floral qualities of a sweet Tokaj wine. Fantastic now, but it could be even more glorious with five more years in the cellar.",Pezsgo Henye Brut,30,91,Tokaj,,,Királyudvar 2009 Pezsgo Henye Brut Tokaji (Tokaj),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiralyudvar-2009-pezsgo-henye-brut-white-blend-tokaji-tokaj/,Tokaji,2009,Királyudvar 14,Red,New Zealand,"Former Cloudy Bay winemaker Kevin Judd has produced a moderately full-bodied, lush Pinot Noir under his own label. Intense cherry-berry fruit is framed by smoky, spicy oak that ends on notes of clove and hickory. Drink it over the next several years.",,39,91,Marlborough,,,Greywacke 2010 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greywacke-2010-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Greywacke 14.3,Red,US,"Made in a tart, juicy style, this well-structured Cabernet Sauvignon should be decanted. The acid-driven berry flavors carry a hint of gun metal. A few more years of bottle age would be advisable.",Artisan,42,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Foundry Vineyards 2009 Artisan Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foundry-vineyards-2009-artisan-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Foundry Vineyards ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. Dry, dusty tannins from ripe fruit dominate this concentrated wine. It's solid and chunky, with lush fruit showing through a dark structure.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Latour-Martillac 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-martillac-2012-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Latour-Martillac ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. Dominated by Cabernet, this is a fruity wine with attractive acidity, black-currant flavor, and a high-bright fruitiness. Balanced and structured, the wine is elegant as well as fruity.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Lalande-Borie 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lalande-borie-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Lalande-Borie ,Red,France,90–92. Barrel sample. This fruity wine is soft and open with flavors of ripe red-berry fruits and fresh acidity. It's expressive with immediately attractive tannins.,Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château d'Armailhac 2012 Barrel Sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darmailhac-2012-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château d'Armailhac ,White,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This ripe and spicy wine is full of rich fruits. The palate is full bodied and dense, but edged with a fine texture. It finishes warm and opulent.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Carbonnieux 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carbonnieux-2012-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Carbonnieux ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This wine is very smoky with firm tannins typical of Saint-Estèphe. Layers of fruit surround the core of dryness in the heart of the wine. Floral and fragrant, the wine finishes with good acidity.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Capbern Gasqueton 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-capbern-gasqueton-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Capbern Gasqueton ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. Powerful and fruity, this finely situated chateau on the edge of the slopes of Saint-Émilion has produced a brightly fruity wine typical of the year. It's a wine that's ripe with berries, soft tannins and great juiciness.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Berliquet 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-berliquet-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Berliquet 13,White,France,"Les Fourneaux is one of the smallest premier crus. Rich and balanced, this wine is full of pear and apricot flavors. It combines a minerally edge with a generous structure and fruitiness. Delicious now, but keep it for 3–4 years.",Les Fourneaux Premier Cru,65,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Charly Nicolle 2011 Les Fourneaux Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-charly-nicolle-2011-fourneaux-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Charly Nicolle 13,Red,France,"Rich and full, this wine shows some sense of structure. It has considerable acidity and flavors of cherry and red currant. With the dry tannins coming through on the finish, it will need some years to soften.",Brouillards Premier Cru,66,91,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine Jessiaume 2010 Brouillards Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jessiaume-2010-brouillards-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Jessiaume ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This is a serious, complex wine that shows rich black fruits and firm tannins. The palate is structured and dark, needing long-term aging.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Fonbadet 2012 Barrel Sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonbadet-2012-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Fonbadet ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. Firm and tannic, this is a structured wine that also supports delicious black fruits. It brings together both fruitiness and ripeness.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Dutruch Grand Poujeaux 2012 Barrel Sample (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dutruch-grand-poujeaux-2012-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Dutruch Grand Poujeaux 13,White,US,"Part of a Limited Release series, this is an all-stainless Chardonnay. Ripe, tart and focused, it offers spicy bursts of yellow and green fruits, and it shows a sur lie-derived texture. The pinpoint details are gorgeous.",Unoaked,17,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2011 Unoaked Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2011-unoaked-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Chateau Ste. Michelle ,Red,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This dense, structured and solidly tannic wine is balanced by dark black fruits that are juicy and ripe. The wine will always be dry, mineral and fairly severe in style.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Sérilhan 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-serilhan-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Sérilhan ,White,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This is an herbaceous, cool wine that shows fresh pear and lime flavor. It does have a sense of structure that gives density and texture on the finish.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Rahoul 2012 Barrel Sample (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rahoul-2012-barrel-sample-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Rahoul ,Red,France,90–92. Barrel sample. This wine is made from property owned by the Bernard family of Domaine de Chevalier in Pessac-Léognan. It's a finely-made wine with great acidity and swathes of blackberry fruits. Well balanced and likely to age.,Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Peyrabon 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-peyrabon-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Peyrabon ,White,France,"90–92. Barrel sample. This is a ripe, rounded wine with weight and a full mouthfeel. It's smooth on the palate with pear flavor accented with spice, ginger and soft acidity.",Barrel Sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Pape Clément 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pape-clement-2012-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Pape Clément 14.5,Red,US,"A blend of 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc and 4% Malbec, this is supple and substantial, and it breathes lush notes of plum, cassis, black olive, raw wood and mineral, plus a dash of caramel.",Walter Clore Private Reserve,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2009 Walter Clore Private Reserve Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2009-walter-clore-private-reserve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Columbia Crest ,Red,US,"Ripe, smooth and rich, this bears flavors of milk chocolate, blackberry jam, molasses and black licorice. The tannins are thick and supple, yet the mouthfeel remains firm. It finishes dry and spicy. This can be consumed now with roasted meat or beef stew.",Cinghiale Vineyard,75,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Del Dotto 2006 Cinghiale Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dotto-2006-cinghiale-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2006,Del Dotto 13.5,Red,Portugal,"The extra concentration of low-yielding old vines is apparent in this dark, brooding wine. The minerally texture and firm tannins are all destined for long-term aging. Made from fruit that's sourced from the foothills of Portugal's highest mountains, this has a distinctly structured and dense finish.",Vinhas Velhas,26,91,Dão,,,Casa da Passarella 2008 Vinhas Velhas Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-passarella-2008-vinhas-velhas-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2008,Casa da Passarella 14.5,Red,Israel,"Forest, Yatir's top-of-the-line offering, is always a dense and powerful wine that can age. Right now, the wine smells young and a bit closed, hiding some of its beauty and nuance behind the upfront black plum, cassis and cherry fruit aromas. Hints of fruitcake spice, bramble, cigar box and leather occasionally flicker in the background, revealing what time has in store for this dark beauty of a wine. Big and rich right now, with a full structure and gripping tannins. Drink 2016–2022.",Forest,85,92,Judean Hills,,,Yatir 2009 Forest Red (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yatir-2009-forest-red-judean-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Yatir 14,Red,Portugal,"A powerful and concentrated wine, this shows the region's dark and tannic side. The black plum and juicy black-currant flavors shine, and wood aging has smoothed the palate, which makes it feel dense and fully mature.",Aguia Moura Em Vinhas Velhas Reserva,15,92,Douro,,,Wines & Winemakers 2008 Aguia Moura Em Vinhas Velhas Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2008-aguia-moura-em-vinhas-velhas-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Wines & Winemakers 14,Red,New Zealand,"Bendigo is a warm subregion of Central Otago, and this wine shows the plush, creamy texture of superripe fruit. The wine is smoky and briary, marrying black cherry and mocha notes in harmonious complexity, and ending lush and long. Drink it now and over the next few years.",Bendigo Terrace,25,92,Central Otago,,,The Crater Rim 2011 Bendigo Terrace Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crater-rim-2011-bendigo-terrace-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2011,The Crater Rim 13.5,Red,Italy,"This shows bold oak tones of toast and spice that will unwind with 3–5 more years of bottle age. Beyond the notes of cinnamon and tobacco, this blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc shows austerity and complexity, with touches of dark plum and tangy barbecue sauce. Give it a few more years.",Greppicaia,58,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Tenuta I Greppi 2009 Greppicaia (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-i-greppi-2009-greppicaia-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2009,Tenuta I Greppi ,Red,France,"The master of Savigny-lès-Beaune, Bize has produced a powerful, expressive wine from this small single vineyard. It has serious structure, although the sumptuous black-fruit flavors are already showing. Concentrated, rich and fruity, this will age for at least five years.",Aux Grands Liards,46,92,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Simon Bize 2010 Aux Grands Liards (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-bize-2010-aux-grands-liards-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Simon Bize 14.4,Red,US,"Made from Pepper Bridge Vineyard fruit, this rich, deep Malbec is similar to pricey Argentine versions. It matches concentrated black fruits to generous new barrel-derived flavors of vanilla, cinnamon and Kahlua. The acidity keeps the palate propped up through the long finish.",,52,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 2008 Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Malbec,2008,Reininger 15,Red,US,"A blend of Syrah and 7% Viognier, this has a tremendous perfume on the nose. Mouth-filling and savory, it is adorned with flavors of mushroom, earth and black raspberry. Cellar this for a while, or enjoy it now with roasted game served in a mushroom ragout.",The Brawler,36,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Prospect 772 2010 The Brawler Syrah-Viognier (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prospect-772-2010-brawler-shiraz-syrah-syrah-viognier-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Syrah-Viognier,2010,Prospect 772 14.8,Red,US,"Concentrated and bright, this blend of 63% Grenache and 37% Syrah has deep flavors of strawberry and licorice. Ready to age for several years, it has a mountain's worth of tannins, and yet it is incredibly light on its feet.",The Brat,36,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Prospect 772 2010 The Brat Grenache-Syrah (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prospect-772-2010-brat-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Grenache-Syrah,2010,Prospect 772 12,White,US,"This bone-dry-tasting wine is made from grapes that were sourced from the Alayt Vineyard. It marries light hints of flowers to notes of citrus, apples and pears, which taste more like the fruits' textural skin than its sweet flesh. The impressive minerality, depth and length elevate this bottling to the A-list of Washington Rieslings.",Argus Bone Dry,17,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Tapteil Vineyard 2011 Argus Bone Dry Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapteil-vineyard-2011-argus-bone-dry-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2011,Tapteil Vineyard 14.9,Red,US,"Although this is silky and elegant, it is one of Siduri's higher alcohol Pinot Noirs. Ripe and impressive, the raspberry and cherry pie flavors are accented by sweet, smoky oak notes. Drink it over the next 2–3 years for sheer pleasure.",Parsons' Vineyard,49,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Siduri 2011 Parsons' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2011-parsons-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Siduri 13.5,Red,France,"The Clos de la Croix de Pierre forms part of the En Caradeux premier cru, and it creates poised wines. This is the red partner to a white also produced by Louis Jadot, and it displays juicy red fruit, layered with firm tannins. Drinkable now, but also capable of aging for five years.",Clos de la Croix de Pierre Premier Cru,45,92,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Louis Jadot 2010 Clos de la Croix de Pierre Premier Cru (Pernand-Vergelesses),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2010-clos-croix-pierre-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pernand-vergelesses/,Pinot Noir,2010,Louis Jadot 14.8,Red,US,"The vines from which the fruit for this wine were sourced are, on average, 15 years old. Aged primarily in French oak, this concentrated wine shows fine depth, with an emphasis on black cherry and cassis flavors. Full and ripe, this well-structured effort has the balance and polished tannins to be cellared for a decade, at least.",,40,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Northstar 2009 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northstar-2009-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2009,Northstar 14,Red,Italy,"A blend of Bordeaux-based grapes, Terra di Monteverro shows youthful aromas of cherry, blackberry and cassis, backed by savory layers of spice, leather and tobacco. This is rich, smooth and powerful, and it will age for 10 years or more.",Terra di Monteverro,75,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Monteverro 2009 Terra di Monteverro Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteverro-2009-terra-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Monteverro ,White,France,"Quite closed at this stage, this is a full wine with tight acidity and a crisp minerally texture. White flower and spice notes set off the lively character of this lemon- and pineapple-flavored selection. This is worth keeping for 4–5 years.",En Caradeux Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Domaine Champy 2010 En Caradeux Premier Cru (Pernand-Vergelesses),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-champy-2010-en-caradeux-premier-cru-chardonnay-pernand-vergelesses/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine Champy 14.5,Red,Italy,"This blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc boasts a spicy personality, with overtones of cardamom, clove, curry and rosemary. There are bold notes of ripe blackberry and prune, backed by drying sensations of tar and licorice. The oak-driven exotic-spice nuances are almost over the top.",Guarda Boschi,45,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Fornacelle 2009 Guarda Boschi (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fornacelle-2009-guarda-boschi-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2009,Fornacelle 13,Red,France,"Rich and smooth, this wine's structured tannins are fully integrated into its juicy fruit. It's a ripe bottling, and it shows a hint of wood aging in the form of a smoky character. The acidity is intense, which perks up the berry fruit. This promises to age.",Cent Vignes Premier Cru,54,92,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Jessiaume 2010 Cent Vignes Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jessiaume-2010-cent-vignes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Jessiaume 13.5,Red,France,"Made from fruit sourced from a small premier cru that's located next to the famous Clos des Mouches, this is juicy, round and ripe, with a great swathe of soft, fleshy tannins.",Pertuisots Premier Cru,52,92,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine des Croix 2010 Pertuisots Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-des-croix-2010-pertuisots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine des Croix 14,Red,New Zealand,"More perfumed and floral than the other 2010 Pinot Noirs from Felton Road, the Cornish Point is a pretty, slightly delicate wine that nevertheless doesn't lack for intensity. It's medium in weight, with creamy tannins that finish like silk.",Cornish Point,63,92,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2010 Cornish Point Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2010-cornish-point-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2010,Felton Road ,White,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. A very ripe, spicy wine, this has a warm, rounded character highlighted by wood aging. It has a very full, Burgundian feel to it, with just a suggestion of Sauvignon acidity on the finish.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Picque Caillou 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-picque-caillou-2012-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Picque Caillou ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. There is a fine depth of flavor here, with solid tannins as well as ripe fruit. This second wine of Château Pichon Longueville is packed with the vintage's hallmark of perfumed black-currant fruit.",Les Tourelles de Longueville Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville 2012 Les Tourelles de Longueville Barrel Sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-2012-tourelles-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Pichon Longueville ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. This is a dry, intensely structured wine with firm tannins and concentrated structure. The fruit is still waiting to shine through, but with so much balance, it will develop well.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Carbonnieux 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carbonnieux-2012-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Carbonnieux ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. This is a rich, ripe wine with soft tannins and a generous texture. The dry core gives a sense of shape to all the opulence on the palate.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château La Bon Pasteur 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bon-pasteur-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château La Bon Pasteur ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. This spicy wine, aged in new wood, is rich and full with blackberry flavors. It's opulent in texture with layers of new oak that reverberate through the wine.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Mayne 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-mayne-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Grand Mayne ,Red,France,91–93. Barrel sample. A ripe and fruity wine with some chocolate extract as well as black-currant fruitiness. This is a soft wine with attractive final acidity.,Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château d'Issan 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dissan-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château d'Issan 13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine offers a full, bright bouquet that is packed with notes of cherry, chocolate, exotic spice, leather, rum cake and a touch of cinnamon. The palate shows smooth, fine tannins and a long, fruit-driven finish.",,45,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Caparzo 2007 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caparzo-2007-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Caparzo 14.5,Red,Italy,"From producers Ambrogio & Giovanni Folonari, Baia al Vento (90% Merlot with small percentages of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot) shows ripe fruit, plum, blackberry preserves and cherry backed by cured meat, tobacco and dried rosemary. The wine is round and soft with bright points of acidity that keeps it balanced.",Baia al Vento,33,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Campo al Mare 2009 Baia al Vento (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-al-mare-2009-baia-vento-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2009,Campo al Mare 14.5,Red,Italy,"A bold blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah, this opens with soft and luscious fruit tones of cherry and blackberry jam. Leather and tobacco add a savory, masculine quality, and there's a tart red-fruit flavor that adds a touch of refreshing acidity.",Levia Gravia,56,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Caccia al Piano 1868 2008 Levia Gravia (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caccia-al-piano-1868-2008-levia-gravia-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,1868,Caccia al Piano 1868 13,White,France,"This wine has a tight structure that's laced with wood. The complex fruit is still settling into the structure, promising richness. Age this for at least five years.",Château de Rully La Pucelle Cuvée Comte R. de Ternay Premier Cru,35,92,Burgundy,Rully,,Antonin Rodet 2010 Château de Rully La Pucelle Cuvée Comte R. de Ternay Premier Cru (Rully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2010-chateau-rully-pucelle-cuvee-comte-r-ternay-premier-cru-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2010,Antonin Rodet 14.5,Red,US,"There is a ton of black pepper flavor in this stylish blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Merlot and Syrah. It also bears notes of licorice, sweet red currants, grilled prosciutto and sandalwood. This tastes so rich that it almost seems sweet, but it's actually dry and balanced.",Phenomenon,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 2008 Phenomenon Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-2008-phenomenon-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Benessere 14.8,Red,US,"The ripe, dramatic flavors of blackberry and cherry seem like they're right out of the jam jar, and they meld with toasty oak and crisp, coastal-inspired acidity. This needs some time in the bottle to knit together, so give it 5–6 years.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,48,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kenneth Volk 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenneth-volk-2009-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Kenneth Volk 14.4,Red,US,"In 2008, Januik made a single-vineyard Syrah from Lewis Vineyard fruit; now the winery has sourced fruit from Ciel du Cheval Vineyard, one of the superstar spots on Red Mountain. A compact wine that snaps right into focus, this offers varietal flavors of fig, berry and plum. A streak of smooth chocolate weaves through the finish, along with a hint of red licorice and underlying slate-like minerality.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Januik 2009 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2009-ciel-cheval-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2009,Januik ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. This is a complex wine that's dry at the heart and powered with dark tannins. Slowly the juicy fruit shows through on the mid palate, yielding a wine that offers the potential of solid fruits and excellent acidity.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Poujeaux 2012 Barrel Sample (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-poujeaux-2012-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Poujeaux ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. This powerful, dry wine is strongly led by its tannins. The wine has weight, and a dark, dense texture that promises long-term aging potential.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Larrivet Haut-Brion 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larrivet-haut-brion-2012-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Larrivet Haut-Brion ,Red,France,91–93. Barrel sample. This is a rich and soft wine made predominantly from Merlot. The wine has good depth of flavor with fresh black currants and soft tannins.,Carruades de Lafite Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lafite Rothschild 2012 Carruades de Lafite Barrel Sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafite-rothschild-2012-carruades-de-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Lafite Rothschild ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. This is a very dense wine, balancing ripe fruits with dark tannins and solid structure. A powerful and ripe wine, it's still a bit firm and dense, but certainly has great aging potential.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Gaffelière 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaffeliere-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château la Gaffelière ,Dessert,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. A ripe wine with great freshness at the same time. The palate is concentrated, attractively rich and ripe. It has weight and delicious tropical fruits with smooth dollops of honey.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château de Malle 2012 Barrel Sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malle-2012-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château de Malle ,White,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. Spice and ripe fruits meld together wonderfully in this delicious, fruity wine. It has an edge of acidity and hints of oak that add extra complexity.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de Fieuzal 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fieuzal-2012-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château de Fieuzal ,Red,France,91–93. Barrel sample. This is a big and fruity wine with solid tannins and dense structure. It's ripe and rich—packed with black plum—and yet modern and polished.,Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château d'Arsac 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darsac-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château d'Arsac ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. Very structured with enough ripe fruit to yield a wine that is firm and balanced. This is a fine, complex wine with good aging character.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Chasse-Spleen 2012 Barrel Sample (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chasse-spleen-2012-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Chasse-Spleen ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. Spicy wood aromas lead to a wine that shows its wood aging strongly. The wine is firm, with rich fruit coming through to promise a generous wine in the future.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Bouscaut 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouscaut-2012-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Bouscaut ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. A dark wine with rich, fruity blackberry flavors. It's very juicy in character with an opulent, soft texture, reflecting the ripeness of the grapes this vintage.",Carillon d'Angélus Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Angélus 2012 Carillon d'Angélus Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-angelus-2012-carillon-dangelus-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Angélus 15.5,Red,Portugal,"A blend of five grapes, this is a firm, tannic and age-worthy wine. Even the high alcohol doesn't show on the rich, well-balanced palate. It's full of plum and black currant flavors, and wood-derived flavors show on the finish.",Rol de Coisas Antigas,20,92,Bairrada,,,Campolargo 2009 Rol de Coisas Antigas Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campolargo-2009-rol-coisas-antigas-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2009,Campolargo 14.5,Red,Italy,"This blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Cabernet Franc shows intensity, extraction and tight, polished tannins. Between the wine's strength and structure are soft layers of dark fruit, spice, leather and tobacco that evolve over time.",Riverbero,,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Campo al Noce 2008 Riverbero (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-al-noce-2008-riverbero-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2008,Campo al Noce 13.8,White,US,"Made from fruit that was sourced entirely from the 1.5-acre estate vineyard, this limited-production, Dijon-clone-based Chardonnay captures the essence of the Abeja style. Complex, stylish and buttery, it's a striking, fruit-laden wine. The long, clean finish mixes a flavor of citrus rind with a streak of butterscotch.",,40,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Abeja 2011 Chardonnay (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abeja-2011-chardonnay-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Abeja ,White,France,"Close to the white grand crus of Chassagne-Montrachet, this wine is structured and weighty, and it offers juicy apricot and pear flavors. A citrus element cuts through the wood influence and the steely texture, which brings freshness to the ripe, rich mouthfeel.",Vide Bourse Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Albert Bichot 2010 Vide Bourse Premier Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-vide-bourse-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Albert Bichot 13,White,Georgia,"From it's musky, perfumed to nose to it's intensely honeyed, dried-peach- and apricot-flavored palate, everything about this wine is mysterious and ethereal. Crafted by monks in an ancient Georgian monastery, this amber-hued wine is made from white grapes that were fermented and aged in clay vessels (qvevri) and that underwent extended skin contact, which resulted in a wine with puckering tannins and a richly textural mouthfeel.",Qvevri Traditional Kakhuri Dry Unfiltered Amber Wine,25,92,Kakheti,,,Alaverdi Monastery Cellar 2010 Qvevri Traditional Kakhuri Dry Unfiltered Amber Wine Rkatsiteli (Kakheti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alaverdi-monastery-cellar-2010-qvevri-traditional-kakhuri-dry-unfiltered-amber-wine-other-white-rkatsiteli-kakheti/,Rkatsiteli,2010,Alaverdi Monastery Cellar 14.4,Red,US,"Stiff and tannic, this wine's bold black-cherry flavor, which is characteristic of the Champoux Vineyard, is veined with iron and gravel notes, plus a clover hint. It's complex and riveting, and the tannins finish with a peppery bite.",Champoux Vineyard,55,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Januik 2009 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2009-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Januik 13,Red,France,"With its firmness and juicy red-fruit flavor, this wine is delicious to drink now, but it will also age for at least six years. This bottling demonstrates the structure and generosity of one of Beaune's most famous premier crus.",Beaune Grèves Premier Cru,74,92,Burgundy,Beaune,,Joseph Drouhin 2010 Beaune Grèves Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2010-beaune-greves-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Joseph Drouhin 15.2,Red,US,"Made from mostly Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a compelling wine to drink now. It exudes concentrated flavors of raspberry and cherry that taste like they have been baked in pie crust and sprinkled with baking spice. Notes of bacon, licorice and sandalwood add further complexity. The structure is superb, with citrusy acids and supple tannins. All profits from the sale of this wine go to Jonata's vineyard crew.",Todos,50,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Jonata 2007 Todos Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jonata-2007-todos-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Jonata ,White,France,"Bright and fruity, this Chardonnay has citrus and peach flavors, with notes of almond, vanilla and spice that reflect the wood aging and make this a wine that's crisp and rich. It has a strong texture, and it needs 4–5 years for its complexities to fully evolve.",Les Chênevottes Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Maison Champy 2010 Les Chênevottes Premier Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2010-chenevottes-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Maison Champy 13,White,US,"Focus and elegance are the hallmarks of this wine, and it offers the fruit purity that characterizes virtually all of Maison Bleue's white wines. From the first sniff to the last, resonating swallow, this smells and tastes like a bowl full of peaches, pineapples and mixed stone fruits. It's tight and defined, and it doesn't have new oak influence.",Au Contraire French Creek Vineyard,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Maison Bleue 2011 Au Contraire French Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bleue-2011-au-contraire-french-creek-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2011,Maison Bleue ,Red,France,91–93. Barrel sample. The second wine of Cheval Blanc is surprisingly soft and ripe—full of blackberry fruits—with delicious acidity and a lingering black-currant aftertaste.,Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Le Petit Cheval 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-petit-cheval-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Le Petit Cheval ,Red,France,"91–93. Barrel sample. A fine, dense, opulent wine with a great sense of structure. It's dark and solid with tannins that are dense, dusty and brooding. It's likely to age well.",Barrel Sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Le Carré 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-carre-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Le Carré 14.5,White,US,"Although the 2010 vintage was cooler than the previous two years, this Chardonnay still offers rich and luscious notes of crème caramel and baked pear. The intoxicating bouquet picks up layers of lemon zest and mineral.","Merrillie, Landucci Block",34,92,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,"Steven Kent 2010 Merrillie, Landucci Block Chardonnay (Livermore Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2010-merrillie-landucci-block-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Steven Kent 13,White,France,"Tropical fruit aromas lead to a peach- and apricot-flavored palate. It shows old-vine concentration, spice from having aged in wood and a generous, velvet-like texture that is balanced by a fine shot of lemony acidity. Age this for 4–5 years.",Vieilles Vignes,62,92,Burgundy,Meursault,,Maison Roche de Bellene 2010 Vieilles Vignes (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-bellene-2010-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2010,Maison Roche de Bellene 14.8,Red,US,"This Syrah is at the top of the lineup for Reininger. It's tightly wound, yet it opens gracefully to reveal deep flavors of blueberry and plum, with resonating notes of earth, iron, espresso and dark chocolate. This can age for up to a decade.",,44,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 2009 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2009,Reininger 14.9,Red,Israel,"Fleshy black plum and berry aromas open the bouquet of this vibrant wine, and follow straight through to the juicy palate. Hints of tobacco and sweet yet peppery spice add nuance to the medium-weight mouth, while the structured tannins keep the ripe fruit flavors grounded. Drink now–2016.",Secret Reserve,40,90,Judean Hills,,,Shiloh Winery 2010 Secret Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shiloh-winery-2010-secret-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-judean-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Shiloh Winery ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. There is a severe character to this wine, with its bold acidity and firm tannins. At the same time, the fruitiness is attractive, as is the final perfume.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Potensac 2012 Barrel Sample (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potensac-2012-barrel-sample-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Potensac 14.1,Red,US,"Made from DuBrul Vineyard fruit, this has lush strawberry and raspberry flavors that dig deep into the core, supported by a base of minerality. The tightly-focused finish includes echoes of toasty barrel-derived flavors.",DuBrul Vineyard,72,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Owen Roe 2010 DuBrul Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owen-roe-2010-dubrul-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Owen Roe 14.1,Red,US,"A classy Cabernet, this wine shows the potential of this emerging San Benito County appellation. It's dry and smooth, with firm but supple tannins that provide grip to the blackberry, cherry and black currant flavors.",Ezio,40,90,California,Central Coast,Paicines,Donati Family Vineyard 2010 Ezio Cabernet Sauvignon (Paicines),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donati-2010-ezio-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paicines/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Donati Family Vineyard 13,Red,France,"Powerful and finely structured, this rich wine has swathes of red plum and red berry flavors that balance the core of solid tannins. It shows the ripe fruit and structure of the vintage. Age this for 2–3 years.",,50,90,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Jaffelin 2010 Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2010-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Jaffelin ,Red,US,"Big, robust and fleshy on the palate, this Pinot Noir is packed with cherry, cranberry and Dr. Pepper flavors. It should mellow in 6–7 years.",,30,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Wild Hog 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-hog-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Wild Hog 15.5,Red,US,"This is pure, superripe Sangiovese, and it bears fruit flavors of strawberry preserves and cherry pie, plus a dash of dark chocolate and accents of mint and vanilla. It's big and a bit blocky, but it's loaded with fruit.",Bonatello Riserva,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tre Nova 2008 Bonatello Riserva Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-nova-2008-bonatello-riserva-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2008,Tre Nova ,Red,France,"88–90. Barrel sample. This is a ripe, full wine that's very soft in the tannin department. Its pleasure comes from the warm plum fruits and open, generous character.",Barrel Sample,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Clément-Pichon 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clement-pichon-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Clément-Pichon 14,Red,Italy,"This Syrah reveals bright aromas of cherry and blackberry, backed by touches of cured meat and crushed white pepper. It has a unique personality, and the finish offers savory hints of earth and porcini mushroom.",,40,89,Tuscany,Cortona,,Stefano Amerighi 2008 Syrah (Cortona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-amerighi-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cortona/,Syrah,2008,Stefano Amerighi 11.7,White,Georgia,"Quite tawny in color, this traditional Georgian qvevri wine has a high-toned apple aroma that's peppered with carmelized sugar and dried tea leaf hints. Dry and crisp, with penetrating dried-apple and orange rind flavors, it finishes long, with its powerful black-tea tannins reverberating on the palate.",Qvevri Dry Unfiltered White Wine,18,89,Kakheti,,,Dergi 2007 Qvevri Dry Unfiltered White Wine Rkatsiteli (Kakheti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dergi-2007-qvevri-dry-unfiltered-white-wine-other-white-rkatsiteli-kakheti/,Rkatsiteli,2007,Dergi ,Red,France,"88–90. Barrel sample. Juicy and fruity, this wine has brisk acidity and fresh fruit flavors, along with a bitter edge of dark chocolate.",Barrel Sample,,89,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Clarke 2012 Barrel Sample (Listrac-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clarke-2012-barrel-sample-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Clarke 13.8,White,US,"This Chardonnay is dry, with vibrant acidity and tangy, mineral-infused flavors of stone and earth. It shows subtle notes of Meyer lemons, limes and tangerines. Don't drink this too cold.",Gavin Vineyard,22,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mahoney 2011 Gavin Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahoney-2011-gavin-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Mahoney 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Despite starting off with some stalky-woody aromas and a healthy dash of hickory smoke, this wine turns fruity and approachable on the palate. Strawberry and cherry notes are accented by twig and herb touches, while the texture is supple and the finish is long. Drink now–2017.",,22,89,Wairau Valley,,,Wither Hills 2010 Pinot Noir (Wairau Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wither-hills-2010-pinot-noir-wairau-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Wither Hills 14.5,Red,Israel,"This fruit-forward Syrah is brimming with aromas and flavors of raspberry, boysenberry and blueberry, all graced with a hint of vanilla cream. The mouthfeel boasts a satiny texture, with fine tannins, and the flavors evolve from fleshy fruit to spice and toasty oak. Drink now–2016.",Reserve,50,89,Galilee,,,Flam 2010 Reserve Syrah (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flam-2010-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-galilee/,Syrah,2010,Flam 14.5,Red,Israel,"This wine starts off with an assertive aroma of brambly berry, followed shortly after by touches of warm compote and sweet spice. The tannins are structured but fine, lending support to the otherwise round palate brimming with fleshy dark-cherry and black-plum flavors. 100 cases imported; enjoy now–2017.",Reserve,65,89,Galilee,,,Flam 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flam-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Flam 13.5,Red,US,"Dry and smoothly tannic, this wine is packed with complex blackberry-pie, currant, anise, herb and cedar flavors. This is nearly as good as the winery's more costly Walking Tree Vineyard Block Collection Cabernet, but it's just a little less concentrated.",,13,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Geyser Peak 13,White,Greece,"This white has a curvy character, with heady fruit and citrus aromas and an interplay of rich exotic fruit flavors and bright acidity. Balanced and original, this exhibits the fruit and mineral combination that Greek whites do so well.",,23,89,Pangeon,,,Estate Biblia Chora 2011 White (Pangeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-biblia-chora-2011-white-pangeon/,White Blend,2011,Estate Biblia Chora ,Red,France,"87–89. Barrel sample. Dry, firm, extracted tannins are alleviated by the fruity background on this wine. There's a bitter chocolate character along with black currant and brisk acidity on the finish.",Barrel Sample,,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Ramage la Batisse 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ramage-batisse-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Ramage la Batisse 14,Red,Israel,"Cherry, red plum and soft herbs lead the nose of this Cabernet, followed by glimmers of chocolate and light coffee. The palate is plush and mouthfilling, but not flabby or overdone, with ripe fruit flavors that linger on the clean finish. Mevushal.",Reserve,23,88,Galilee,,,Binyamina 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/binyamina-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Binyamina 14,Red,Italy,"This historic wine offers a nostalgic glimpse of what consumers love most about Sangiovese and Chianti Classico. It is steady and clean, and it provides bright pulses of cherry, spice and tobacco.",Brolio,20,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Barone Ricasoli 2010 Brolio (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-ricasoli-2010-brolio-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Barone Ricasoli 12.2,White,US,"Raised in stainless steel, without oak infuence, this wine is rich, savory and dry. A small percentage of Pinot Grigio brings a note of green apple to the flavors of citrus, white flower and honey.",,10,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Ballard Lane 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballard-lane-2010-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Ballard Lane 14,Red,Portugal,"This is full of ripe plum and black cherry flavors that are richly textured and spiced. It has an elegant side, which makes for a round, full-bodied finish, and it has the potential to age well.",Diga? Tinto,40,88,Bairrada,,,Campolargo 2008 Diga? Tinto Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campolargo-2008-diga-tinto-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2008,Campolargo 12.5,White,France,"Round and fruity in character, this has initial freshness and ripe yellow-fruit flavors. On the finish, there is a tang of orange zest.",Climat la Roche,30,88,Burgundy,Mâcon,,Bret Brothers 2010 Climat la Roche (Mâcon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bret-brothers-2010-climat-roche-chardonnay-macon/,Chardonnay,2010,Bret Brothers 15,Red,Israel,"The bouquet starts off with moderately intense scents of plum, cherry and blackberry, with a cured-meat accent in the background. Glimmers of black pepper and bark add depth to the palate, while the medium-full mouthfeel boasts moderate tannins followed by a clean finish.",Kayoumi Single Vineyard,33,88,Galilee,,,Carmel 2009 Kayoumi Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2009-kayoumi-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Carmel 15,Red,Italy,"Bramaluce is a blend of Sangiovese and Syrah that opens with bold aromas of ripe fruit, blackberry jam and prune. The smoky finish adds a sophisticated twist. Some of the grapes used in the blend are air-dried on bamboo mats for added intensity.",Bramaluce,23,89,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Terenzi 2011 Bramaluce (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terenzi-2011-bramaluce-red-maremma-toscana/,Red Blend,2011,Terenzi 12.5,White,France,"This has a delicate citrus character and a tangy, minerally texture. The ripe fruits are balanced by acidity.",Les Champlains,26,89,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Simon Bize 2010 Les Champlains (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-bize-2010-champlains-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2010,Simon Bize 15.1,Red,US,"Fans of powerful, fruit-driven Zinfandel will exult in this monster of a wine. It is an explosion of blueberry, raspberry, plum, blackberry, chocolate-covered raisin and sandalwood flavors. This is tannic, and the high alcohol gives it a glycerine-driven sweetness.",Sven & Ole's Reserve,60,89,California,California Other,California,Rock Wall 2010 Sven & Ole's Reserve Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2010-sven-oles-reserve-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2010,Rock Wall 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Well priced for the quality, Villa Maria's entry-level Pinot Noir delivers moderately assertive notes of dried leaves, black cherries, cola and oaky spices. It's concentrated and gently mouth-filling, with a silky finish. Drink it now and over the next two years.",Private Bin,20,89,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2010 Private Bin Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2010-private-bin-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Villa Maria ,Red,US,"Give this Pinot Noir a couple of years to knit together. Right now it's a little acidic, and it offers flavors of Life Savers candy, raspberry and cherry. The mouthfeel is velvety smooth.",Sierra Mar Vineyard,52,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Siduri 2011 Sierra Mar Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2011-sierra-mar-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Siduri 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"The fruit for this provocatively named bottling is sourced from the lower Waihopai, or “Spy Valley” section of Marlborough. It's a medium-bodied, supple wine that places the emphasis on earthy notes of beetroot and clove, and then adds in cherry fruit and vanillin. Long, savory and spicy on the finish.",Pioneer Block 15 Strip Block,30,89,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2010 Pioneer Block 15 Strip Block Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2010-pioneer-block-15-strip-block-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Saint Clair 13.5,Red,US,"The grapes used to make this wine were sourced from the Fort Ross area of the far Sonoma Coast. The wine has thick, supple tannins and fine acidity. It shows earthy flavors of black currant, charred meat and cedar. Give it some airing, and drink it with steaks and chops.",Mohrhardt Ridge,15,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wellington 1994 Mohrhardt Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-1994-mohrhardt-ridge-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1994,Wellington 13.5,Red,Italy,"The Val di Cornia Suvereto appellation may not be recognized much abroad (or even in Italy), but it is definitely worth keeping an eye on. This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Sangiovese is rich, soft, and medium in intensity, and it offers great balance between the red fruit and dark spice components.",Ebo,24,89,Tuscany,Val di Cornia Suvereto,,Petra 2009 Ebo Red (Val di Cornia Suvereto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petra-2009-ebo-red-val-cornia-suvereto/,Red Blend,2009,Petra 13,White,Greece,"An alluring nose of citrus, pineapple and peach notes leads this elegant white. Fresh, flavorful and exotic, the wine offers citrus and lush fruit flavors, with a spin of acid for balance. This is very good on its own, but it will also pair well with poultry, grilled seafood or spicy dishes.",Thema,21,89,Drama,,,Pavlidis 2011 Thema White (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavlidis-2011-thema-white-drama/,White Blend,2011,Pavlidis 13.8,Red,US,"Tightly wound, dry and acidic, this Pinot Noir offers direct and jammy flavors of cherry and persimmon. The structure is fine, with firm tannins and stony minerality. Once decanted, it can be consumed now, or it can be cellared for 3–5 years.",Mahoney Ranch,38,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mahoney 2010 Mahoney Ranch Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahoney-2010-ranch-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Mahoney 13,Red,Greece,"Plum and red berry aromas start this integrated red blend, which is released only in the best years. On the palate, plum, warm spice and oak tones create a rich but clean character. The wine is structured and has room to age.",Symbolo Grand Cuvée,50,89,Crete,,,Lyrarakis 2008 Symbolo Grand Cuvée Red (Crete),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lyrarakis-2008-symbolo-grand-cuvee-red-crete/,Red Blend,2008,Lyrarakis 13.9,White,US,"Nottingham Cellars, which is known for producing wines from Bordeaux varieties, has produced its first set of whites in 2011. This Chardonnay is earthy, and it offers a crisp lemony character and hints of nut and pear.",,24,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Nottingham Cellars 2011 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nottingham-cellars-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2011,Nottingham Cellars 8,White,US,"Crushed chalk and wax notes add a striking minerality to this delicately framed, semisweet Riesling. A juicy wine, it offers an abundance of ripe stone-fruit and citrus flavors, with an earthen, waxy slick that lingers on the finish.",Riesling 12 Lake Dana Vineyard,30,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 2010 Riesling 12 Lake Dana Vineyard Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-2010-riesling-12-lake-dana-vineyard-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Fox Run 16,Red,US,"Part of a Limited Release series, this may be both the most expensive and most alcoholic Cabernet ever made by Chateau Ste. Michelle. Superripe and saturated, it's propped up by balancing acidity, but the alcohol suppresses nuance and terroir. It's a wine to sip slowly, like a young Port.",Druthers,80,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Druthers Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-druthers-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle ,White,France,"88–90. Barrel sample. Green, herbal aromas are dominant here. The wine has a crisp character, showing Sauvignon strongly. Finishes with a very green aftertaste.",Barrel Sample,,89,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Bouscaut 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouscaut-2012-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Bouscaut ,Red,France,"88–90. Barrel sample. This wine is rich and ripe in style with intense dark-fruit flavors and a bold, chocolaty character. There's plenty of spice along with spirited acidity, but on the finish, it feels solid, full and a bit chunky.",Barrel Sample,,89,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Bourgneuf 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bourgneuf-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Bourgneuf 14.5,Red,US,"This is a rich Syrah, with flavors of milk chocolate, blackberry jam, bacon and pepper that are wrapped in smooth, thick tannins. It tastes a little sweet, and it would be great paired with barbecued ribs that are slathered in sauce.",Secret Stash Halter Ranch Vineyard Reserve,30,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Chateau Lettau 2010 Secret Stash Halter Ranch Vineyard Reserve Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lettau-2010-secret-stash-halter-ranch-vineyard-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2010,Chateau Lettau ,Red,France,"88–90. Barrel sample. This warm, gentle wine is lush with spice, fruit and soft tannins. Attractive acidity and touches of chocolate and licorice add complexity.",Barrel Sample,,89,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Lafleur-Gazin 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafleur-gazin-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Lafleur-Gazin ,Red,France,"88–90. Barrel sample. Juicy and ripe, this wine has rich fruitiness without the balancing structure. It profits from ripe Merlot flavors in the blend, yielding a fruity wine that will develop fast.",Barrel Sample,,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Labégorce Margaux 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-labegorce-margaux-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Labégorce Margaux ,Red,France,"88–90. Barrel sample. Sweet new-wood aromas give way to an attractive, spicy wine. With such soft tannins and lush red-berry fruits, it's a wine that will develop fast.",Barrel Sample,,89,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château La Conseillante 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-conseillante-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château La Conseillante ,Dessert,France,88–90. Barrel sample. Hedgerow aromas and herbal flavors open a wine that is lightly fruity and soft in texture. There is only the lightest touch of botrytis evident.,Barrel Sample,,89,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Doisy-Daëne 2012 Barrel Sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-doisy-daene-2012-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Doisy-Daëne 13.5,White,Portugal,"This rich selection is made from the Dão's own white grape, Encruzado. It is a smooth, lime- and orange-flavored wine that's touched by toast and lifted by acidity. It's food-friendly, textured and layered with fruit and light tannins.",Branco,26,89,Dão,,,Casa da Passarella 2011 Branco Encruzado (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-passarella-2011-branco-portuguese-white-encruzado-dao/,Encruzado,2011,Casa da Passarella ,Red,France,"Rich and broad, this is packed with dense fruit and tannins. It is ripe and full bodied, two qualities that are derived from the warm vineyard. The finish shows juicy acidity.",Les Peuillets Premier Cru,,89,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Albert Bichot 2010 Les Peuillets Premier Cru (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-peuillets-premier-cru-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Albert Bichot 14,White,Italy,"Torricella is an 80-20 blend of Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc that sees some oak aging for extra intensity and smoothness. Peach, citrus and exotic fruit drive the soft, creamy finish.",Torricella,29,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Barone Ricasoli 2011 Torricella White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-ricasoli-2011-torricella-white-toscana/,White Blend,2011,Barone Ricasoli 14,Red,Israel,"The +720 offers a bit more concentrated black cherry, plum and blueberry notes than the +624, with a gorgeous backdrop of tobacco, licorice root and tree bark. The mouthfeel is fleshy and ripe, but with medium tannins that keep it from feeling overly round. Hints of chicory and roasted espresso bean develop on the finish.",Altitude +720,42,89,Galil,,,Barkan 2009 Altitude +720 Cabernet Sauvignon (Galil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barkan-2009-altitude-720-cabernet-sauvignon-galil/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Barkan 13.7,White,Croatia,"Fresh and fragrant, this offers notes of apple, vanilla spice and lemon rind on the nose and palate. The palate of this Croatian white feels surprisingly voluptuous. Dry in style, with penetrating fruit flavors, this has lavish minerality on the midpalate that lends the finish a brisk, crisp feel.",,28,89,Korčula,,,Grgić Vina 2010 Posip (Korčula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgic-vina-2010-other-white-posip-korcula/,Posip,2010,Grgić Vina 14,Red,Italy,"A distant whiff of rubber or asphalt appears at first, followed by notes of black fruit, cherry, rum cake and licorice. This 70-30 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc has a lean but powerful mouthfeel.",Le Grascete,40,89,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Le Grascete 2009 Le Grascete (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-grascete-2009-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2009,Le Grascete 13.5,Red,France,"Although this has a rustic edge, this is an attractive, ripe and red-fruited wine. It has a rich, jammy quality that combines with the dry tannins. The finish is dense and firm. Enjoy this now, or wait for three years.",Les Grandes Vignes Premier Cru,32,89,Burgundy,Givry,,Jaffelin 2009 Les Grandes Vignes Premier Cru (Givry),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2009-grandes-vignes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-givry/,Pinot Noir,2009,Jaffelin 13,Red,France,"This full-bodied wine demonstrates the jammy side of Volnay. It is rich and dense, and it has a delicious berry flavor. In the process of all this generosity, the tannins are lost, so drink it over the next few years.",Collection Premier Cru,79,89,Burgundy,Volnay,,L. Tramier & Fils 2010 Collection Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/l-tramier-fils-2010-collection-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2010,L. Tramier & Fils 12,White,US,"Exuberant and floral on the nose, this Riesling is intense and fruity on the palate, with concentrated apple-jelly and peach flavors. Brightened by lime-inflected acidity, the long finish extends with a delicious waxy streak.",Semi Dry,13,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2010 Semi Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2010-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Wagner ,Red,France,"88–90. Barrel sample. Juicy and fruity, this wine is a classic example of the vintage. Along with a forward fruit character, there is a spicy element from new wood. The wine finishes with layered acidity.",Barrel Sample,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Reysson 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-reysson-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Reysson ,Red,France,"88–90. Barrel sample. Packed with dark tannins, this wine is concentrated and dry with considerable extraction, giving the palate a bitter coffee character. It could stay severe in style.",Barrel Sample,,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Rauzan-Gassies 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rauzan-gassies-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Rauzan-Gassies 9,Dessert,Israel,"This late-harvest dessert wine is sweet and unctuous, with ripe aromas and flavors of peaches and nectarines drizzled with honey and dusted with sweet baking spice. The mouthfeel is thick and full, but lifted with enough acidity to keep it from feeling cloying on the close.",Late Harvest Cluster Select Reserve,27,89,Galilee,,,Binyamina 2010 Late Harvest Cluster Select Reserve Gewürztraminer (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/binyamina-2010-late-harvest-cluster-select-reserve-gewurztraminer-galilee/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Binyamina ,Red,France,"88–90. Barrel sample. Signs of very ripe fruit are everywhere on this wine with soft tannins and a rich, sweet plum character. The palate is forward and likely to age fast.",Barrel Sample,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château de Villegeorge 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-villegeorge-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château de Villegeorge ,Red,France,"88–90. Barrel sample. Ripe, almost Porty in character, the wine boasts very black fruit that shines through the tannins. The palate has a dry edge to it, revealing dark concentration and a firm aftertaste.",Barrel Sample,,89,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Batailley 2012 Barrel Sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-batailley-2012-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Batailley ,Dessert,France,"88–90. Barrel sample. This wine is light, fruity and golden in color, with attractive acidity and soft hints of botrytis. The wine shows peach and ripe apricot flavors.",Barrel Sample,,89,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Bastor-Lamontagne 2012 Barrel Sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bastor-lamontagne-2012-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Bastor-Lamontagne 14.4,Red,US,"This Coda displays fresh and bright raspberry fruit. The acids come with a crisp snap, and there's an overall juiciness that makes it especially quaffable.",Coda,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2010 Coda Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2010-coda-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Cadence 14,Red,US,This Syrah shows just a touch of smokiness. It has vital acids and furry tannins that structure the cherry pie flavor. Great for drinking now if you're looking for a medium-bodied selection.,Estate Verna's,26,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Melville 2011 Estate Verna's Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2011-estate-vernas-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2011,Melville 14.2,Red,US,"This is made from fruit sourced from the Milbrandt, Olsen and Kiona vineyards, which are located in three different AVAs. The wine is packed with black fruit, with light accents of smoke, toast, espresso and dark chocolate that add interest to the finish. Merlot and Petit Verdot are also in the mix.",,16,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Purple Star 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/purple-star-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Purple Star 13.5,Red,Italy,"Fresh and lively, this Cabernet Sauvignon (blended with 10% Merlot) opens with aromas of forest berry, cherry, light spice and almond. It feels streamlined and crisp, and it would pair well with cheesy pasta or lasagna.",,26,89,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Podere Guado al Melo 2009 Bolgheri,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-guado-al-melo-2009-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2009,Podere Guado al Melo 12.5,White,France,"Made from fruit that's sourced from the northern Côte Chalonnaise, this structured wine shows crisp acids and bright yellow fruits, with a sense of richness that comes from the vanilla and apricot flavors. The finish is laced with refreshing acidity.",Vauvry Premier Cru,,89,Burgundy,Rully,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Vauvry Premier Cru (Rully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-vauvry-premier-cru-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 13,Red,Italy,Touches of rum cake and licorice lend this 60-40 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot an impression of intensity and persistence. The wine delivers flavors of blackberry and candied cherry.,Patrimonio,20,89,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Antonino Tringali-Casanuova 2010 Patrimonio (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonino-tringali-casanuova-2010-patrimonio-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Antonino Tringali-Casanuova 14,Red,Israel,"The herbal aromas are forward on the nose of this Cabernet-based wine, which includes 7% Petit Verdot, 4% Mourvèdre and 3% Merlot. Gamy, rich red plum and cherry notes unfold shortly after, while the hefty palate offers earthy flavors of cassis and tobacco leaf. Sweet smoke and toast accents linger on the long finish. The wine is young and powerful now; try after 2015.",The Great,75,89,Galilee,,,Alexander 2009 The Great Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-2009-great-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Alexander 11,White,US,"Vibrant lemon- and lime-zest notes make this off-dry Riesling brisk and bright. Chalky minerality and a saline tone add depth, and there is a pleasantly bitter lemon-peel note that lingers on the finish.",Riesling 10 Lake Dana Vineyard,30,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 2010 Riesling 10 Lake Dana Vineyard Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-2010-riesling-10-lake-dana-vineyard-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Fox Run 13.1,Red,US,"A rich Pinot that offers power and density, this is stuffed with cherry, cola and pomegranate notes. It has sizable tannins, so give it 5–6 years to let them mellow.",Solomon Hills VIneyard,42,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Flying Goat Cellars 2010 Solomon Hills VIneyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-goat-cellars-2010-solomon-hills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Flying Goat Cellars 13,White,France,"This wine has a fine definition of minerality that's combined with tense structure. There is a hint of wood, a flavor of fresh-peeled apple and a taut, steely edge. Layers of acids mark the finish.",,58,89,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Jaffelin 2010 Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2010-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Jaffelin 14.5,Red,US,"This 100% Merlot is full bodied and juicy, and it offers a sappy red-berry flavor. There's a nice dash of spice, and it demonstrates good balance overall. It needs an hour or so of airing before it really opens up.",,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Helix by Reininger 2009 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helix-by-reininger-2009-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2009,Helix by Reininger ,Red,France,"Aged for 18 months in wood, this wine has dense tannins, dark fruits and serious structure. The berry fruit and acidity suggest that his wine has a generous and ripe side. This needs at least four years of aging.",Les Basse Mezières,,89,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Maison Champy 2010 Les Basse Mezières (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2010-basse-mezieres-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2010,Maison Champy 13.5,Red,France,"Fruity and fragrant, this Savigny shows extra weight that makes it serious and age worthy. The wine's tannins are cushioned by the generous red fruits, which promise aging potential. Wood and spice flavors emphasize the finish.",Clos des Guettes Premier Cru,50,89,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Louis Jadot 2010 Clos des Guettes Premier Cru (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2010-clos-guettes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Louis Jadot 14.2,Red,US,"This is hard in tannins and firm in acidity, which gives it fine structure. It's not shy in flavor, and it offers waves of blackberries, black currants and cassis liqueur, plus a note of toasty new oak. While it could develop well with age, the forward fruit suggests drinking it over the next five years.",,40,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rock Wall 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Rock Wall 13,White,France,"A delicious shot of citrusy acidity makes this a wine of great freshness. At the same time, the wood-derived flavors add some richness and a spice note. Let this intense effort age for another couple of years.",Premier Cru,32,89,Burgundy,Montagny,,Maison Roche de Bellene 2010 Premier Cru (Montagny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-bellene-2010-premier-cru-chardonnay-montagny/,Chardonnay,2010,Maison Roche de Bellene 13,White,France,"A ripe, apple-flavored wine, this has a round feel that is pierced by crisp, citrusy acidity. Made from grapes that were sourced from the hills above Puligny-Montrachet, this is a generous selection, with yellow fruit flavors that are balanced by the refreshing, crisp finish.",Le Charmois Premier Cru,48,89,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Maison Roche de Bellene 2010 Le Charmois Premier Cru (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-bellene-2010-le-charmois-premier-cru-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2010,Maison Roche de Bellene 13,Red,Portugal,"This is an elegant wine, with balanced fruit and tannins that make for a soft texture. It is rich and laced with fresh, raspberry-like acidity. It can age for another year, but it is also ready to drink.",Estate Bottled Vinho Tinto,10,89,Tejo,,,Quinta do Casal Monteiro 2009 Estate Bottled Vinho Tinto Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-casal-monteiro-2009-estate-bottled-vinho-tinto-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta do Casal Monteiro 13.3,White,US,"While this is dry in style, it exhibits all of the varietal's ebullient rose and lychee tones. It has vibrant acidity and an intense, honeyed palate that's full of rich citrus and tea leaf notes. This is full bodied, with a lingering finish.",,14,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 2010 Gewurztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-2010-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Standing Stone 15.5,Red,US,"This workhorse vineyard supplies grapes to a wide variety of wines across the entire Ste. Michelle portfolio, but the vineyard-designated wines are much more limited, and they're often the best of show. As the alcohol reaches 15.5%, this selection is sappy, dense and a bit warm. There's plenty of fruit flavor and concentration, but it's difficult to pair such a blockbuster with food.",Cold Creek Vineyard,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-cold-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14.5,White,Italy,"This oak-aged Vermentino is pristine and fresh in style, and the palate offers some heft. Nuances of exotic fruit, lemon zest, apricot and almond cream appear on the finish.",Grattamacco,55,89,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Collemassari 2011 Grattamacco Vermentino (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collemassari-2011-grattamacco-italian-white-vermentino-bolgheri/,Vermentino,2011,Collemassari 14,Red,New Zealand,"New Zealand's best known winery does a consistently good job with the Burgundian varieties, not just Sauvignon Blanc. The chunky, medium-bodied 2010 Pinot Noir displays ample intensity, length and complexity. Its savory style shows dark cherry fruit, with hints of mocha and grilled meat. Drink now–2020.",,35,89,Marlborough,,,Cloudy Bay 2010 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloudy-bay-2010-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Cloudy Bay 12,White,US,"A touch of exotic spice gives a musky appeal to the ripe lychee and rose petal notes. Lush, languid and semisweet, the palate has a dense, concentrated pink-grapefruit flavor and soft, lemony acidity that lingers on the palate.",Reserve,25,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2011 Reserve Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2011-reserve-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Dr. Konstantin Frank 13.5,Red,France,"This has weight and ripe plum and damson flavors that are now integrating into the tannins. It's worth aging for a few years, but it is already enjoyable.",Vieilles Vignes,58,89,Burgundy,Côtes de Nuits Villages,,Domaine de Bellene 2010 Vieilles Vignes (Côtes de Nuits Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bellene-2010-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-cotes-nuits-villages/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine de Bellene 14,Red,Italy,"Bright bramble and forest floor notes are followed by black cherry and blackberry accents. Fresh and tangy, the finish shows enough structure to pair with stewed veal and baked potatoes.",Borgeri,20,89,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Giorgio Meletti Cavallari 2010 Borgeri (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giorgio-meletti-cavallari-2010-borgeri-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Giorgio Meletti Cavallari 14.3,White,US,"Despite the rich, buttery, toasty oak notes, this wine stands up to the barrel influence with its strong tropical fruit and pear flavors, as well as its brisk acidity and stony minerality. It's ready to drink now with rich fare like lobsters or scallops.",Ashley's,35,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fess Parker 2011 Ashley's Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2011-ashleys-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2011,Fess Parker ,Red,Italy,"Alicante is making huge inroads in Tuscany. In the warm climate of central Italy this shows bright berry aromas, with touches of spice, leather, cola and menthol. The palate is bright, fresh and cleansing.",Querciolaia,27,89,Tuscany,Maremma,,Fattoria Mantellassi 2007 Querciolaia (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-mantellassi-2007-querciolaia-grenache-alicante-maremma/,Alicante,2007,Fattoria Mantellassi 13.5,White,US,"Dusty and detailed, this pure Viognier incorporates notes of lemon-pepper; tart, fresh lemon pulp and rind; plus a hint of curry powder. This should make an interesting accompaniment to raw clams or oysters.",Alder Ridge Vineyard,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Syncline 2011 Alder Ridge Vineyard Viognier (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2011-alder-ridge-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Viognier,2011,Syncline ,Dessert,France,"88–90. Barrel sample. There's ample and bright acidity on this attractive, fruity wine. It only has a hint of botrytis, yielding a palate that is lightly sweet and gently honeyed.",Barrel Sample,,89,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Nairac 2012 Barrel Sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nairac-2012-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Nairac 13.5,White,Lebanon,"There's a hint of violet perfume that permeates this dry yet honeyed wine. The palate is fruity, with abundant ripe cherry and grapefruit flavors, and layers of crushed chalk and stone lend a minerally complexity that builds on the midpalate.",Musar Jeune,22,89,Bekaa Valley,,,Château Musar 2011 Musar Jeune White (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-musar-2011-jeune-white-bekaa-valley/,White Blend,2011,Château Musar ,Red,France,"88–90. Barrel sample. This is a juicy wine that revels in its black-currant flavors. It's a rich, fruity wine that also offers some firmer tannins.",Barrel Sample,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Lafon-Rochet 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafon-rochet-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Lafon-Rochet 14.1,White,US,"Made from fruit sourced from the mighty Ferrington Vineyard, this tank-fermented Gewürztraminer is crafted without oak or malolactic fermentation. The result is a light, lemony and floral wine, with moderate acidity and a note of chai tea on the finish that lends an exotic edge.",Ferrington Vineyard,19,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Philo Ridge 2010 Ferrington Vineyard Gewurztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philo-ridge-2010-ferrington-vineyard-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Philo Ridge 12.7,White,US,"A dry, light-bodied, easy-drinking Riesling, this has zesty lemon and grapefruit flavors, plus undertones of flower and spiced tangerine. The palate shows depth, and the finish is intense.",,19,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2011 Riesling (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2011-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Riesling,2011,Navarro 14.5,Red,Italy,"Touches of bitter toast and roasted almond sit at the top of this wine, followed by smooth aromas of blackberry, prune, leather and tobacco. The palate feels tight and compact, and the finish shows lingering tones of black licorice and spice.",Greppone Mazzi,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Ruffino 2007 Greppone Mazzi (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2007-greppone-mazzi-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Ruffino 14.5,Red,US,"Barbera, Sangiovese and Nebbiolo comprise the wine. Half of the grapes were air dried for three months, which is known as appassimento. The Sangiovese was crushed and fermented conventionally before being added to the blend. The result is a dry, slightly nutty red wine, with tart flavors that are suggestive of fruit leather. It shows good grip and length, and it comes with just a bit of alcoholic heat.",Ripasso,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tre Nova 2009 Ripasso Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-nova-2009-ripasso-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2009,Tre Nova 13.3,Red,US,"Inky black in hue, this wine is enormously tannic, which gives it a mouth-numbing astringency. Along with the structure, it has a gigantic, sweet-tasting core of blackberry jam and currant flavors, which breaks through the bitterness. Everything suggests ageability; it should mellow after 2015.",Karren Vineyard,30,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Wellington 2007 Karren Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2007-karren-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Wellington 12.5,White,Portugal,"A typical local blend of Arinto, Fernão Pires and Chardonnay, this is smooth, ripe and creamy. It has touches of herb, honey and pineapple, which are laced together by citrusy acidity. The finish is soft.",Catapereiro Escolha,15,89,Tejo,,,Wines & Winemakers 2011 Catapereiro Escolha White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2011-catapereiro-escolha-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2011,Wines & Winemakers ,White,US,"A rich effort, this offers ripe pear, citrus and tropical fruit flavors. Interesting notes of mushrooms and dried fruits are beginning to emerge, although that might indicate the wine's limited ageability. Drink over the next 1–2 years.",Cinghiale Vineyard,85,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Del Dotto 2010 Cinghiale Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dotto-2010-cinghiale-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Del Dotto ,Red,France,"Named after David Moreau's mother, Simone, this old-vine wine is concentrated, with sweet-tasting fruit and spicy tannins. The tight acidity gives a delicious lift to the red berry flavors.",Cuvée S,30,89,Burgundy,Santenay,,David Moreau 2010 Cuvée S (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-moreau-2010-cuvee-s-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2010,David Moreau 14,Red,New Zealand,"Dashwood's 2010 Pinot Noir offers complex aromas and flavors of roses, ripe cherries, cinnamon and nutmeg. It's rather full bodied and a bit dusty on the finish without being excessively drying. Drink it over the next few years.",,16,89,Marlborough,,,Dashwood 2010 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashwood-2010-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Dashwood 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Equally well known for its Ports, Churchill's makes this red wine from fruit that's sourced from its own vineyards. It has firm tannins and dark plum fruit, which is just waiting to break out beyond the concentrated, dry core. Give it 3–4 years.",Churchill Estates,17,89,Douro,,,Churchill's 2010 Churchill Estates Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-2010-churchill-estates-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Churchill's 14.5,Red,US,"Part of a Limited Release series, this wine includes 17% Syrah, but the varietal character of the Mourvèdre shines through. Light touches of chocolate, clean earth and mineral underscore flavors of plum and cherry. There is also a streak of vanilla, perhaps from aging in French and American oak.",,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Mourvèdre (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-mourvedre-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Mourvèdre,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle 15.5,Red,US,"Made from Cold Creek and Wahluke Slope fruit, this pure Syrah is compact and dense, and it reveals blueberry and boysenberry flavors that are set in a frame of coffee-flavored tannins. The acids are suggestive of lemon verbena, and the 15.5% alcohol shows a little heat in the the throat.",Ethos Reserve,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Ethos Reserve Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-ethos-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,White,France,"Better known for its red wines, Ladoix's whites are a rarity. This wine is made from fruit sourced from vines that are close to the Corton hill. It is steely, minerally and crisp, with a wood-influenced character. With its structure, this needs at least three years of aging.",Le Clou d'Orge,45,89,Burgundy,Ladoix,,Louis Jadot 2010 Le Clou d'Orge (Ladoix),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2010-le-clou-dorge-chardonnay-ladoix/,Chardonnay,2010,Louis Jadot 13,Red,France,"With a proportion of premier cru grapes in the blend, this wine has weight and structure as well as the ripe red-fruit flavors that are typical of Santenay. It's richly textured and full in the mouth. The finish is fruity and soft.",,45,89,Burgundy,Santenay,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Santenay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2010,Olivier Leflaive 12.5,White,France,"This is a ripe wine, with flavors of apple, pear, caramel and a touch of mineral that is subordinate to the fruit. It is lightly toasty, and the acidity is crisp.",Montée de Tonnerre Premier Cru,,89,Burgundy,Chablis,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Montée de Tonnerre Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-montee-tonnerre-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 14.3,Red,US,"Clean, mellow and inviting, this bears rich flavors of raspberries and cherries, brightened by crisp acidity. Drink now.",Andrea La Rue,27,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Flocchini 2006 Andrea La Rue Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flocchini-2006-andrea-rue-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2006,Flocchini 14.4,Red,US,"This could be labeled as Cabernet Franc, since it comprises 80% of the blend. The youthful lightness of the estate-grown grapes seems to lift the naturally tannic nature of the variety. It's clean and balanced, and it comes with an herbal underpinning. This is best for near-term drinking.",Bel Canto Cara Mia Vineyard,55,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2009 Bel Canto Cara Mia Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2009-bel-canto-cara-mia-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Cadence 14,Red,Israel,"A decadent thread of mocha weaves through the red cherry and raspberry backbone of this wine. Earth, tobacco and black-currant leaf add depth of flavor to the palate, followed by a long, evolving finish that unfolds layer upon layer of nuance and spice. Balanced and quite approachable now; enjoy through 2015.",Altitude +624,42,89,Israel,,,Barkan 2009 Altitude +624 Cabernet Sauvignon (Israel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barkan-2009-altitude-624-cabernet-sauvignon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Barkan 12.5,White,France,"Aromatic and ripe, this Chardonnay has creamy pear and apricot flavors, plus touches of wood and a warm, rich mouthfeel. It has a soft character, a hint of acidity and lemony freshness.",Château de Rully Saint Jacques Cuvée R. de Ternay,,89,Burgundy,Rully,,Antonin Rodet 2011 Château de Rully Saint Jacques Cuvée R. de Ternay (Rully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2011-chateau-rully-saint-jacques-cuvee-r-ternay-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2011,Antonin Rodet 13.5,Red,US,"Upon opening, this intense, fragrant wine seems European in style, with Italian-like nuances of leather, fungus and tobacco. The enticing whiffs give way to a full-flavored palate that offers notes of mixed red fruits, while the finish loses some focus.",Estate Grown,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Ambassador Vineyard 2010 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ambassador-vineyard-2010-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Ambassador Vineyard 13.7,White,US,"This cool-climate Pinot Gris is balanced and light, and it offers refreshing layers of citrus, almond and peach. It will pair with goat cheese and seafood-based appetizers, and it will also be enjoyed on its own",,20,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2011 Pinot Gris (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,Navarro 13.9,Red,US,"The Cabernet used to make this wine was sourced from Bacchus, Dionysus, Klipsun, Stillwater Creek and Wahluke Slope vineyards. It has Bordeaux-like tannins and flavors of herb and stem. The red currant fruit is solid and compact, which suggests that further bottle age will reward the patient consumer.",Five Vineyards,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2010 Five Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2010-five-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Arbor Crest 12.5,White,France,"This has apricot and pear flavors, plus a nutmeg hint and intense, refreshing acidity.",Château de Rully Cuvée R. de Ternay,30,89,Burgundy,Rully,,Antonin Rodet 2011 Château de Rully Cuvée R. de Ternay (Rully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2011-chateau-rully-cuvee-r-ternay-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2011,Antonin Rodet ,Red,France,88–90. Barrel sample. This dry wine is balanced by a dark concentration of juicy fruit. It has enough density of both black fruit and dry tannins to promise good aging.,Barrel Sample,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Coufran 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coufran-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Coufran ,Red,France,"88–90. Barrel sample. There's lots of new wood here, making this wine intensely sweet-and-spicy in character. Soft in tannins, the wine is ripe and juicy, and frankly, delicious already.",Barrel Sample,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Franc Mayne 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-franc-mayne-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Franc Mayne 13.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Merlot, Malbec and Caberent Franc, this opens with enormous fruit purity, backed by luscious tones of oak spice and tobacco. The wine's two sensations—sweet and savory—are well integrated. Fresh acidity and firm structure complete the mouthfeel.",Lenaia,35,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Casa di Terra 2011 Lenaia Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-terra-2011-lenaia-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2011,Casa di Terra 14,Red,Portugal,"This rich wine shows ripe fruit and a polished, smooth mouthfeel. The blackberry flavor dominates the firm tannins, which gives the palate a juicy quality. It reveals fine depth of flavor, minerality and aging potential.",Azul Portugal,11,89,Douro,,,Wines & Winemakers 2011 Azul Portugal Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2011-azul-portugal-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2011,Wines & Winemakers 13,White,US,"Dry, crisp and clean, this has rich flavors of citrus, honeydew, green apple and vanilla, brightened with keen acidity. This should be relatively easy to find.",,10,89,California,California Other,California,Geyser Peak 2012 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2012-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2012,Geyser Peak 15.2,Red,US,"The amount of alcohol in this Syrah has increased in 2010, which will appeal to some palates. The downside is the loss of texture and subtlety. Smooth and powerfully fruity, this hits with some chewy tannins, but it stops a bit short. More bottle age could certainly be a boon to this wine.",Red Willow Vineyard Chapel Block,55,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Owen Roe 2010 Red Willow Vineyard Chapel Block Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owen-roe-2010-red-willow-vineyard-chapel-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2010,Owen Roe 14.1,Red,US,"This well-structured effort is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, and it bears nuances of herb and briar. There is a balanced mix of plum and black cherry flavors that are wreathed in smoke and coffee notes, which resolve into firm but smooth tannins.",Red Willow Vineyard 1973 Block,72,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Owen Roe 2010 Red Willow Vineyard 1973 Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owen-roe-2010-red-willow-vineyard-1973-block-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Owen Roe 14.5,Red,Italy,"This wine shows the meaty, masculine side of Sangiovese, offering dark tones of prune, plum, wet earth, tobacco and dried violet. The grape's signature freshness washes away any residual heaviness imparted by the wine's richness.",Tenuta di Renieri Riserva,26,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Renieri 2008 Tenuta di Renieri Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2008-tenuta-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Renieri 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Ervamoira, one of the most remote of the Douro estates, produces this full, fruity 10-year-old tawny. It's already drinkable, and it offers almond, raisin and treacle flavors that are lifted by the acids. Drink now.",RP10 Quinta da Ervamoira Tawny 10 Years,40,89,Port,,,Ramos-Pinto NV RP10 Quinta da Ervamoira Tawny 10 Years (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-nv-rp10-quinta-ervamoira-tawny-10-years-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Ramos-Pinto 13.5,Red,France,"This is a hard-edged wine, a typical trait of young Pommard. It has a firm, dry and tannic character, and the ripe, generous fruit sits underneath. Wait for at least five years for this wine to be ready.",Clos Blanc Premier Cru,61,89,Burgundy,Pommard,,Domaine A. Machard de Gramont 2010 Clos Blanc Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-a-machard-gramont-2010-clos-blanc-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine A. Machard de Gramont ,Red,France,"88–90. Barrel sample. This is a concentrated wine with plenty of ripe, generous, extracted fruits. Dark berry flavors and a touch of chocolate on the mid palate make the wine intensely ripe and powerful. At the end, there is a fresher, juicier aftertaste.",Barrel Sample,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Trimoulet 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trimoulet-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Trimoulet 13,White,France,"Full bodied and ripe, this Chardonnay is packed with yellow fruit and pear flavors, and it shows the steely, minerally character typical of Chablis. It has a youthful brightness on the finish, and it will fill out over the next few months.",Vieilles Vignes Fourchaume Premier Cru,80,89,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Vrignaud 2011 Vieilles Vignes Fourchaume Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vrignaud-2011-vieilles-vignes-fourchaume-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Vrignaud 14,Red,New Zealand,"Staete Landt's upscale Pinot Noir eschews dark color and extraction in favor of lighter body and soft tannins. Leather, cranberry and cocoa aromas lead the way, followed on the palate by a pie cherry note and a slightly medicinal green-herb edge. Tart and long on the finish, this wine appears to have the potential to mature gracefully through 2020.",Paladin,32,89,Marlborough,,,Staete Landt 2010 Paladin Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staete-landt-2010-paladin-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Staete Landt 14,Red,Italy,"This Brunello starts on the timid side and slowly reveals aromas of cherry, cassis, sweet spice, almond paste, plus earthy tones of leather and button mushroom. The palate feels fresh and tight, and the wine ends on spicy notes of clove and cinnamon.",,27,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,L'Oca Ciuca 2007 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loca-ciuca-2007-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,L'Oca Ciuca 14.4,Red,US,"At first this wine seems quite astringent, closed and tight. It shows dark streaks of cassis and dried leaf, and it only reluctantly opens up to expand the black fruit flavor with a wash of Bourbon barrel.",,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Januik 14.1,Red,US,"A dry, rich 100% Syrah, this showcases the classic Santa Ynez structure of firm tannins and crisp acids, and it offers deep flavors of blackberry, cassis and bacon. This 2009 is Jorian Hill's best effort yet, and it's already delicious to drink.",,24,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Jorian Hill 2009 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jorian-hill-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2009,Jorian Hill 14,Red,Italy,"Squarcialupi Riserva has shown a successful evolution over the years. This bottling opens with tangy aromas of tobacco, dark fruit, clove and eucalyptus. Small percentages of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon are added to the blend, but the wine's winning card comes from Sangiovese's natural acidity, which lends the wine a crisp, menthol-like finish.",Squarcialupi Riserva,35,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,La Castellina 2008 Squarcialupi Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellina-2008-squarcialupi-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,La Castellina 13.5,Red,Italy,"Toasted notes of almond and spice give this expression of Cabernet Sauvignon momentum and density. Blackberry, moist earth and tobacco aromas make up the generous bouquet.",Mazzaferrata,44,89,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Marchesi Gondi 2006 Mazzaferrata Cabernet Sauvignon (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-gondi-2006-mazzaferrata-cabernet-sauvignon-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Marchesi Gondi 13.3,White,US,"Ripe and juicy, this has flavors of tangerine and tropical fruit, plus notes of creamy lees and smoky, sweet oak. It would feel heavy if not for the brisk acidity that provides balance and elegance.",Solomon Hills VIneyard,36,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Vino V 2010 Solomon Hills VIneyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-v-2010-solomon-hills-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Vino V 13,Red,New Zealand,"Somehow, Mission Estate has managed to produce a prototypical Cabernet for a price that should leave consumers smiling. Cassis, tobacco and cedar notes pick up a mocha shading on the long, mouthwatering finish. It's a soft, supple wine that can be consumed over the next five years.",,16,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Mission Estate 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mission-estate-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-hawkes-bay/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Mission Estate ,Red,Italy,"Light garnet in color, this wine has a subtle bouquet that is redolent of blue flower, almond paste, tobacco and even citrus. The palate feels tight and crisp.",Cavaliere,60,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Michele Satta 2007 Cavaliere Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-satta-2007-cavaliere-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2007,Michele Satta 14.5,Red,Italy,"A great choice for dinners around the barbecue pit, this Morellino di Scansano delivers luscious berry and spice tones, plus the bright acidity needed to pair with hearty meat dishes. Additional flavors of black cherry and chocolate are layered over the lean, crisp mouthfeel.",Tempo Riserva,,89,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Terre di Talamo 2009 Tempo Riserva (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-talamo-2009-tempo-riserva-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2009,Terre di Talamo 13.5,Red,Italy,"Aromas of bresaola and baked cherry are backed by a fresh tone of blackberry. On the palate, this crisp, fresh blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot offers light spice and tobacco notes.",Poggio ai Ginepri,19,89,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta Argentiera 2010 Poggio ai Ginepri (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-argentiera-2010-poggio-ai-ginepri-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Tenuta Argentiera 14.5,Red,US,"This Mourvèdre has a pretty cherry flavor, with a suggestion of ripeness that borders on raisining. It also carries interesting details of dried leaf and milk chocolate.",Red Heaven Vineyard,34,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Tapteil Vineyard 2010 Red Heaven Vineyard Mourvèdre (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapteil-vineyard-2010-red-heaven-mourvedre-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Mourvèdre,2010,Tapteil Vineyard 14.3,Red,US,"This blend is comprised of seven varieties that were sourced from nine vineyards. Despite a hint of green in the tannins and a bit of stem in the fruits, this shows good complexity. Streaks of earth, mineral and licorice mingle around notes of dried cherry and fig.",Washington State Cuvée,28,89,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Walla Walla Vintners 2009 Washington State Cuvée Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-vintners-2009-washington-state-cuvee-red-other/,Red Blend,2009,Walla Walla Vintners 14.1,Red,US,"The name refers to the blend of 62% Barbera and 38% Nebbiolo sourced from a pair of Horse Heaven Hills vineyards. A little high-toned on the nose, the wine eventually smoothes out in the glass, and it offers pretty flavors of raspberry and Bing cherry. Succulent and nicely balanced, this is one of the better Washington examples of these two grapes.",Nebbaro,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tre Nova 2009 Nebbaro Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-nova-2009-nebbaro-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2009,Tre Nova 14,Red,New Zealand,"This is a delicate but flavorful wine. It starts off with smoky, beet-like aromas, while the flavors are of pie cherries, with herb overtones. It's medium bodied, with a tart finish. Drink now–2018.",,29,89,Marlborough,,,Nautilus 2010 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nautilus-2010-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Nautilus 12.5,Red,Slovenia,"Ripe and rich in texture, this powerful Slovenian Cabernet balances a bold black-cherry flavor with loads of savory dried herb, graphite and reverberating acidity. There's a nervous quality about this wine that could smooth out with a good decant, or a few more years in a cellar.",,38,89,Brda,,,Movia 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Brda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/movia-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-brda/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Movia ,Red,France,"This is a smoky, fragrant wine that offers dense fruit and firm tannins. It has the structure of a fine Gevrey and the concentration of the vintage. This is classic and worth aging for 4–5 years.",Clos Prieur,,89,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Albert Bichot 2010 Clos Prieur (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-clos-prieur-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Albert Bichot ,White,France,"88–90. Barrel sample. This is an herbaceous wine that's very crisp and citrusy. Pear and spice flavors add a warmer element, while the aftertaste has a mineral texture.",Aile d'Argent Barrel Sample,,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Mouton Rothschild 2012 Aile d'Argent Barrel Sample (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mouton-rothschild-2012-aile-dargent-barrel-sample-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Mouton Rothschild ,Red,France,88–90. Barrel sample. Layered new-wood flavors dominate this ripe wine. It has a concentrated structure while also being full and fruity. There is a touch of bitter extraction at the end.,Barrel Sample,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos Labory 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-labory-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Cos Labory 13,White,France,"Made from fruit sourced from a parcel in Fourchaume, this fruity wine offers green fruit flavors that are cut by the minerally texture. It is crisp, taut and nervy, and it needs a few years to show its best.",Les Vaupulans Fourchaume Premier Cru,65,89,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Vrignaud 2011 Les Vaupulans Fourchaume Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vrignaud-2011-vaupulans-fourchaume-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Vrignaud 13.5,Red,Italy,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Sangiovese shows bright aromas of cassis and blackberry. Light touches of spice and leather lend the finish heft and determination.",Podere Grattamacco,40,89,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Collemassari 2010 Podere Grattamacco (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collemassari-2010-podere-grattamacco-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Collemassari 12,White,US,"A musky perfume note is sultry and exotic in this rich, textured Pinot Grigio, which was fermented on its skins and matured in oak. The fruity palate offers penetrating dried-pear, nut oil and apple flavors, which are layered with citrusy acids and soft, tea-leaf-like tannins that linger on the finish.",Ramato,24,89,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Channing Daughters 2011 Ramato Pinot Grigio (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/channing-daughters-2011-ramato-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-long-island/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Channing Daughters 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Rich, full bodied and smooth, this wine is driven by its black fruits and dark tannins. Acidity lines the fruitiness, which gives a juicy edge to the solid texture. It shows potential, so keep it for at least four years.",Valdazar,20,89,Bairrada,,,Campolargo 2009 Valdazar Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campolargo-2009-valdazar-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2009,Campolargo 14.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Caberent Franc, this shows pungent green tones of rosemary, bay leaf and dried herb, followed by flavors of cherry, blackberry and nutmeg. The tannins are firm and polished, and the finish is bright and fresh.",Miterre,,89,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Campo al Noce 2009 Miterre (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-al-noce-2009-miterre-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2009,Campo al Noce 13,White,France,"This is a rich, fruity wine that has a definite minerally character. The chalky texture is laced with lemon and apricot flavors, leading to a crisp, tight finish.",Climat en Combe,31,89,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Bret Brothers 2010 Climat en Combe (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bret-brothers-2010-climat-en-combe-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2010,Bret Brothers 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Brancott's top Pinot Noir is a round, mouth-filling wine that finishes tart and long. Cranberry, mocha, roasted parsnip, mushroom and smoke notes make for a complex wine that may be enjoyed now and over the next several years.",Terraces T,32,89,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2010 Terraces T Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2010-terraces-t-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Brancott 13.5,Red,Italy,"Il Poggiale Riserva opens with bold tones of blackberry pie, plum, currant, leather, rum cake and dried rosemary. There's a ripe, almost jammy, quality to the fruit, and the palate feels dense and richly textured.",Il Poggiale Riserva,35,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castellare di Castellina 2009 Il Poggiale Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2009-il-poggiale-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Castellare di Castellina 14,Red,Israel,"This Cabernet-based wine—with splashes of Malbec and Cabernet Franc—comes off assertively oaky at first, but as the earthy, black fruit aromas unfold, it works its way into a better balance. Medium weight with moderate tannins, the lush mouthfeel is complemented by flavors of ripe berry-pie filling but then countered by hints of green pepper and ash on the close. Drink 2014–2018.",,50,90,Judean Hills,,,Yatir 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yatir-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-judean-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Yatir 14.2,White,US,"This Chardonnay has plenty of ripe pineapple, pear and tropical fruit flavors. Having aged in 100% new French oak barrels, it offers rich notes of vanilla and buttered toast. Like all of Smith-Madrone's wines, this has great acidity and minerality, and even some tannins. Give this some time, and see how it is after 2017.",Estate Bottled,30,90,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Smith-Madrone 2010 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-madrone-2010-estate-bottled-chardonnay-napa-spring-mountain/,Chardonnay,2010,Smith-Madrone 13.6,White,US,"The inclusion of 11% Aligoté, which was sourced from a block planted in 1979, makes this Chardonnay unique. The Aligoté seems to thicken the core fruit, and it adds flesh and rind-like flavor, along with old-vine details of dried herb and spice. It's a pleasing mix of integrated stone-fruit, grain and citrus-peel notes.",,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,Upland Estates 2010 Chardonnay (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/upland-estates-2010-chardonnay-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Chardonnay,2010,Upland Estates 14.4,Red,US,"This Cabernet Franc-based blend has rich flavors of red and black cherry jam, cherry liqueur and tobacco. The oak influence shows in the form of toastiness and wood spiciness. With its smooth tannins, this wine will drink well now with a great steak.",Devils' Peak,48,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Terlato 2009 Devils' Peak Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2009-devils-peak-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Terlato 14.5,Red,US,"For maximum enjoyment, drink this almost all-Merlot blend now. It shows ripe, lush black-cherry, red currant, plum and bacon flavors that finish spicy and sweet tasting. The tannins are thick but smooth.",Angels' Peak,48,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Terlato 2009 Angels' Peak Merlot-Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2009-angels-peak-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Merlot-Cabernet Franc,2009,Terlato 13.5,Red,Italy,"This blend of 70% Cabernet and 30% Merlot shows pristine, lively accents of cherry, blackberry and prune. Spicy leather and tobacco tones bring up the rear, which give the palate extra girth and density.",Pietracupa,25,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta Moraia 2010 Pietracupa (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-moraia-2010-pietracupa-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Tenuta Moraia 14,Red,New Zealand,"Made from fruit that is drawn from the Bendigo subregion, this is a full-bodied, supple Pinot Noir that boasts a notably silky finish. It's smoky, violet-filled and savory, but those nuances are balanced out by the core of cherry fruit. Drink now–2020.",,37,90,Central Otago,,,Quartz Reef 2010 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quartz-reef-2010-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2010,Quartz Reef 14,Red,Italy,"A cheerful blend of Alicante, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot in equal measures, this is partially aged in oak to give the wine a zesty touch of spice behind the notes of cherry, blackberry and plum. The palate is soft, with mild structure, and it finishes chewy and fruity.",Poggio Verrano 3,20,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio Verrano 2009 Poggio Verrano 3 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-verrano-2009-3-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Poggio Verrano 14,Red,New Zealand,"Round and supple without being excessively weighty, Spy Valley's 2010 Pinot Noir delicately balances smoky, bacony notes against those of dust-coated ripe cherries. It's a winning combination that finishes long and elegantly. Drink now–2020.",,31,90,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2010 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2010-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Spy Valley 14.8,Red,US,"This Syrah is aged for 21 months in 100% French oak—half of which was new. Spring Valley Vineyard has had a dramatic expansion, which has allowed it to increase production without damaging quality. Soft and smooth, this offers a pretty raspberry flavor that's lightly peppery, with a hint of sweet grain and a side note of orange peel that rides on the tip of the tongue. It's a pleasure to drink already, although it can be cellared for another 6–8 years.",Nina Lee,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2010 Nina Lee Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2010-nina-lee-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2010,Spring Valley Vineyard 13,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Sangiovese, this has dark tones of plum and blackberry, followed by accents of spice, leather and tobacco. It would pair well with grilled sausage or meatloaf thanks to the fresh acidity on the finish.",Tegoleto,,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Serni Fulvio Luigi 2010 Tegoleto (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serni-fulvio-luigi-2010-tegoleto-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Serni Fulvio Luigi 14,Red,New Zealand,"Tohu is a wine company owned by New Zealand's indigenous peoples, the Maori. The wines have been mixed over the years, but this is an excellent bottling. It boasts a full, ample mouthfeel and plenty of supple tannins. Black cherry fruit marries well with complex savory notes, while hints of pomegranate brighten the aromas. Drink now.",Single Vineyard,23,90,Marlborough,,,Tohu 2010 Single Vineyard Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tohu-2010-single-vineyard-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Tohu 14.5,Red,US,"This exceedingly rich wine is produced from fruit grown in the cool-climate Laetitia Vineyard, which is better known for Pinot Noir than for Syrah. The maritime influence can be tasted in the acidity, which is bright and citrusy, and it provides a firm backbone to the ripe black-cherry, red currant, licorice, bacon, black pepper and cedar flavors. Drink this over the next five years.",Laetitia Vineyard,30,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Peloton 2009 Laetitia Vineyard Syrah (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peloton-2009-laetitia-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Syrah,2009,Peloton ,White,France,"This Chardonnay's lemon and apricot flavors come wrapped in a tight texture. At the same time, it has a full, ripe mouthfeel, with wood-derived flavors that bring out an extra dimension of richness and ageability.",,,90,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Maison Champy 2010 Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2010-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Maison Champy 13,White,France,"While Pernand-Vergelesses, which is located in the shadow of the Corton-Charlemagne hill, is a lesser-known appellation, it produces some attractive, crisp wines such as this selection. Carefully balanced wood aging enhances the pear and Golden Delicious apple flavors, which come with a touch of minerality. Textured and fruity on the finish.",,,90,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Pernand-Vergelesses,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-chardonnay-pernand-vergelesses/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 14,Red,New Zealand,"Goldwater originally made its name as a Waiheke Island boutique winery, but the fruit for this Pinot Noir is drawn from Marlborough's main Wairau Valley. Its pretty cherry fruit is marked by hints of cedar, mocha and baking spices that finish balanced and long. Drink now–2017.",,26,90,Wairau Valley,,,Goldwater 2010 Pinot Noir (Wairau Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldwater-2010-pinot-noir-wairau-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Goldwater 13.3,Red,US,"Cranberry and cassis flavors meet in this tightly wound, bright and bold Bordeaux-style blend. It's comprised of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Petit Verdot and 10% Merlot, but the Petit Verdot does not dominate as is often the case. There's a tongue-tapping tang to the juicy young fruit, and the finish is clean and precise, with hints of tar and graphite.",Artisan Blend,36,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Foundry Vineyards 2009 Artisan Blend Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foundry-vineyards-2009-artisan-blend-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Foundry Vineyards 14,Red,Italy,"L'Aspetto is an oak-aged blend of Sangiovese and Canaiolo that exhibits modern touches of Indian spice and dark chocolate behind fruity tones of cherry and raspberry. Clean and bright, this wine has a long mouthfeel and impressive persistency.",L'Aspetto,37,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria Fibbiano 2009 L'Aspetto Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-fibbiano-2009-laspetto-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Fattoria Fibbiano 14.6,Red,US,"While this lacks some of the immediate appeal of prior vintages, it's a better structured wine, with tannins and a rich vein of acidity that gives a framework to the flavors of blackberries, roasted meats, currants and pepper. Give this 3–4 years in the cellar.",Walker Vine Hill,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Donelan 2010 Walker Vine Hill Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donelan-2010-walker-vine-hill-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2010,Donelan 12.5,White,France,"Ripe and creamy in texture, this wine offers mango and pineapple flavors and crisp, citrusy acidity. It's an age-worthy selection, with minerality and a fine texture.",Montmains Premier Cru,60,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,Garnier et Fils 2011 Montmains Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garnier-fils-2011-montmains-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Garnier et Fils 15,Red,US,"Five of the Bordeaux grapes were used in this wine, and two-thirds of the blend is Cabernet Sauvignon. Most of the grapes came from the excellent Canoe Ridge Estate Vineyard, and the rest were sourced from Cold Creek Vineyard. Dark, saturated flavors of black cherry and cassis are balanced against ripe, firm tannins. It's full bodied and flavorful, and it displays plenty of power.",Artist Series Red Wine,55,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Artist Series Red Wine Meritage (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-artist-series-red-wine-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-columbia-valley-wa/,Meritage,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. Very open, ripe and soft, this wine has spice, fruity plum-juice flavors and just a touch of warm tannin.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château d'Angludet 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dangludet-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château d'Angludet 13.5,Red,Italy,"This vineyard-designated Vino Nobile shows concentrated notes of prune, cassis, tobacco and leather. The mouthfeel is linear, and it has a dusty, almost gritty texture. The wine's density feels good on the palate.",Vigneto Poggio Sant'Enrico,65,90,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Carpineto 2003 Vigneto Poggio Sant'Enrico (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-2003-vigneto-poggio-santenrico-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2003,Carpineto 14.4,Red,US,"This tastes like melted dark chocolate, blackberry essence, blackstrap molasses, black currant and black pepper. It's bone dry and dramatic, with chewy tannins. This is not a longterm ager, so drink it over the next 4–5 years, and let it spend a few hours in a decanter.",Larner Vineyard Clone 3 Reserve,39,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,db Winery 2010 Larner Vineyard Clone 3 Reserve Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/db-winery-2010-larner-vineyard-clone-3-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,db Winery 13.5,White,Italy,"This 80-20 blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio shows bright stone fruit and citrus aromas, followed by touches of tangy spice and vanilla cream. The wine carries itself smoothly over the palate.",Al Poggio,30,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Ama 2010 Al Poggio White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-ama-2010-al-poggio-white-toscana/,White Blend,2010,Castello di Ama 14,Red,Portugal,"A new brand from Campolargo, this is firmly tannic, and it shows off the Baga grape. It needs several years of aging.",Vinha do Putto,9,90,Bairrada,,,Campolargo 2009 Vinha do Putto Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campolargo-2009-vinha-putto-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2009,Campolargo 14,Red,US,"A structured, mountain-grown Grenache, with 20% Syrah in the mix, this features cherry cola, black tea and meat flavors, plus oak tones and docile tannins. It's ready to drink, but it's built to age for another 3–5 years.",,25,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Andis 2011 Grenache (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andis-2011-grenache-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Grenache,2011,Andis 14.1,Red,US,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot and Malbec, this is bone dry and full bodied, and it strikes the palate with rustic tannins. It has a complexity that's hard to define, and it will pair well with grilled meats or stews.",Oyster Ridge,50,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2009 Oyster Ridge Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2009-oyster-ridge-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Ancient Peaks 14.6,Red,US,"This is a notable wine for its smooth, supple tannins and its intense flavors of black cherry jam, mocha, bacon, black pepper and sandalwood. It's a full-bodied selection for drinking soon, and be sure to pair it with almost anything involving cured meat.",Trenton Estate Vineyard,28,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2007 Trenton Estate Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2007-trenton-estate-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2007,Joseph Swan Vineyards 13.6,White,US,"Big and bold, this Chardonnay is made from fruit sourced from the winery's estate vineyard in the new Fort Ross-Seaview appellation. This underwent barrel fermentation, malolactic fermentation and lees aging, and the result is a rich selection that offers flavors of lemon and tropical fruit, buttered toast and cream. Almost too assertive now, it needs a year or two to resolve.",Estate,55,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Hirsch 2010 Estate Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hirsch-2010-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Hirsch ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. This chateau has been newly acquired by the Barton family of Léoville Barton. It's an attractive, fruity wine with warm tannins. The palate is fine and juicy, and finishes softly at the end.",Barrel Sample,50,90,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Mauvesin Barton 2012 Barrel Sample (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mauvesin-barton-2012-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Mauvesin Barton ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. One of the largest vineyards in the Médoc, Larose Trintaudon has produced a reliable, attactively fruity wine with soft tannins, blackberry-juice flavors and a crisp acidity at the end.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Larose-Trintaudon 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larose-trintaudon-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Larose-Trintaudon ,Red,France,89–91. Barrel sample. This crisply fruity wine is very fresh in character with intense black currant acidity followed by wood spice and a background of tannins.,Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Lamothe-Bergeron 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-bergeron-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Lamothe-Bergeron ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. A very juicy wine made from grapes that were probably too ripe, this wine does have structure, but it shows only slowly through the soft, very juicy fruit flavors.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Dominique 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dominique-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château la Dominique ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. This is a ripe, fruity, wine that's wonderfully representative of Merlot. It has soft tannins, juicy acidity and a delicious black-currant character. It's likely best for medium-term aging.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Cabanne 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabanne-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château la Cabanne ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. This is a perfumed wine with new-wood aromas that lend a strongly woody character. The wood buries much of the fruit at the moment, resulting in a hard and dry aftertaste.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fourcas Hosten 2012 Barrel Sample (Listrac-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fourcas-hosten-2012-barrel-sample-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Fourcas Hosten ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. Structured and firm, this solid, dense wine is lightened by fresh acidity that is already well integrated into the tannins. A big and fruity finish gives the wine added attraction.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fonréaud 2012 Barrel Sample (Listrac-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonreaud-2012-barrel-sample-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Fonréaud 14,Red,New Zealand,"This wine's black cherry and earth notes are enticing, and the spice and mocha finish is intriguing, but right now the tannins are still a bit firm. Give this medium-bodied Pinot Noir another year or two to mellow, then enjoy it over the next 5–6 years.",,45,90,Central Otago,,,Mt. Difficulty 2010 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-difficulty-2010-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2010,Mt. Difficulty 13,Red,Slovenia,"Like all of Movia's red wines, the Modri Ceglo is herbaceous on the nose and palate, with hints of menthol and bramble adding complexity to the crisp red-fruit flavors. The palate is ripe, silken and elegantly structured, with brisk acidity and whispers of graphite, soy and brine that linger long on the finish.",Modri Ceglo,40,90,Brda,,,Movia 2007 Modri Ceglo Pinot Noir (Brda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/movia-2007-modri-ceglo-pinot-noir-brda/,Pinot Noir,2007,Movia 13,White,France,"Rich yet structured, this village wine from Meursault is made in a taut, tight style. Its acidity pushes through the toast flavor, which creates a nervy texture. Ready to drink in 1–2 years.",,55,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 13,White,France,"A wine that is currently closed, this shows hints of bright green- and white-fruit flavors. The toast influence and acidity cover this complex, potentially impressive selection. With its crisp finish and minerally texture, this has excellent aging potential.",Chatenière Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Chatenière Premier Cru (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-chateniere-premier-cru-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 13.5,White,France,"Full, rich and round, this is packed with ripe yellow-fruit flavors, layered with toast. It bears a spice note, delicious acidity and a concentrated, open finish. Let it age for 2–3 years, but it is also enjoyable now.",Bouchères Premier Cru,105,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Bouchères Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-boucheres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 14.4,Red,US,"Made from Kiona Vineyards fruit, this Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon has the dark fruit and the dense tannins one might expect. But that meaty power is leavened by natural acidity. A highlight of orange peel accents the deep flavors of cassis and smoke. It turns a little chalky at the tail end.",,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Native Sun 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/native-sun-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Native Sun 15,Red,US,"Rich and ripe, this has liberally oaked flavors of blackberry jam, black currant, dark chocolate and anise. It shows Napa Valley pedigree, but it's tannic now, with mouth-numbing astringency. Try holding this until 2016, then give it a decanting.",,56,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Angel by Montes 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-angel-by-montes-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Napa Angel by Montes ,Red,France,"Typical of Volnay, this wine has a velvety character that surrounds the firm tannins. The acidity is palpable through the warm red-berry flavors and firm edge. It is certainly a wine for aging, although it is also likely to be drinkable in 2–3 years.",Domaine du Pavillon Les Santenots Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Volnay,,Albert Bichot 2010 Domaine du Pavillon Les Santenots Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-domaine-pavillon-santenots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2010,Albert Bichot ,Red,France,"Packed with ripe black- and red-fruit flavors, this wine is dense and concentrated. The rich, generous fruit comes with a complex minerally edge, and it shows the wood influence in the form of a spice note. Age this at least six years.",Domaine du Clos Frantin Les Murots,,90,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Albert Bichot 2010 Domaine du Clos Frantin Les Murots (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-domaine-clos-frantin-murots-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Albert Bichot 8,White,US,"Although it has a delicate structure, that feels almost lace-like on the palate, this light-bodied Riesling bursts with concentrated ripe peach and apricot flavors. Semisweet in style, this has vibrant acidity and an oyster-shell- and stone-like minerality that lingers on the long finish.",Riesling 11 Lake Dana Vineyard,40,90,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 2010 Riesling 11 Lake Dana Vineyard Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-2010-riesling-11-lake-dana-vineyard-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Fox Run 15.4,Red,Croatia,"This is one unabashedly bold, brawny wine that's full of rich red fruit and milk chocolate. Bright herbal and floral tones add an unusual freshness to this Croatian Plavac Mali. Intense, penetrating tannins frame the long, mocha-flavored finish.",,38,90,Dingač,,,Grgić Vina 2008 Plavac Mali (Dingač),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgic-vina-2008-other-red-plavac-mali-dingac/,Plavac Mali,2008,Grgić Vina 13.5,Red,France,"Rich, round and complex, this is full of ripe red-berry flavors. The acidity drives the solid tannins and firm structure. The wine has the approachability of Beaune, but it can also be aged for 4–5 years.",Les Cent Vignes Premier Cru,55,90,Burgundy,Beaune,,Jaffelin 2010 Les Cent Vignes Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2010-cent-vignes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Jaffelin 14.3,Red,US,"This wine emits details of iron and citrus rind along with somewhat stark, tight fruit flavors that are often associated with Red Mountain Syrah. Racy and bracing, this will improve with 1–2 more years in the bottle.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Kaella 2010 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaella-2010-ciel-cheval-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2010,Kaella 14.2,Red,US,"This wine captures the essence of Swan's 2010 Pinot Noirs. It shows the effects of the cool vintage, and it bears an earthy, mushroomy inflection to the plummy and cherry-like flavors.",Cuvée de Trois,29,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2010 Cuvée de Trois Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2010-cuvee-trois-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Joseph Swan Vineyards 13,Red,France,"Smooth and rich, this generous selection is full of ripe fruit and balanced tannins. It shows the elegant side of village wines. With delicious acidity on the finish, this wine can be consumed soon, although it will also age well for several years.",,95,90,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Joseph Faiveley 2010 Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-faiveley-2010-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2010,Joseph Faiveley 14.4,Red,US,"This Southern Rhône-style blend of Mourvèdre, Grenache and Cinsault opens with a lovely nose of violet and blue fruit scents. The fruit flavors are joined by a layer of wet stone, which adds some heft to the wine's foundation. Sleek and tangy, this can be consumed young, or it can be aged for several more years.",Stone Tree SoRhô,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Helix by Reininger 2008 Stone Tree SoRhô Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helix-by-reininger-2008-stone-tree-sorho-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Helix by Reininger 14,Red,Italy,"This selection opens with bold aromas of black cherry, spice, dark chocolate and tobacco. On the palate, dark berry notes dominate, accented by savory tones. The wine is fresh and extracted.",Cantalici Messer Ridolfo Riserva,32,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,L'Antica Fornace di Ridolfo 2009 Cantalici Messer Ridolfo Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantica-fornace-ridolfo-2009-cantalici-messer-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,L'Antica Fornace di Ridolfo 14.5,Red,Italy,"Based on 50% Sangiovese, but blended with an assembly of international grapes, this is clean and polished, and it offers bright notes of berry and cherry, plus mild touches of nut and tobacco. The palate is supple and velvety.",Rosso dei Notri,22,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tua Rita 2011 Rosso dei Notri Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tua-rita-2011-rosso-notri-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2011,Tua Rita 14,Red,Italy,"This silky blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot shows balanced aromas of black fruit and plum, plus spicy layers of toasted nut and black pepper. Firm tannins give the finish momentum.",Villa Donoratico,25,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta Argentiera 2009 Villa Donoratico (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-argentiera-2009-villa-donoratico-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2009,Tenuta Argentiera 13.5,Red,US,"Always extremely popular, this Southern Rhône-style six-grape blend is especially noteworthy in 2011. It's a powerful wine that has a broad array of red and purple fruits, plus penetrating focus. This is juicy, forward and immediately delicious, and it also has the structure to age, perhaps surprisingly well.",Subduction,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Syncline 2011 Subduction Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2011-subduction-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2011,Syncline 15.9,Red,US,"A Zinfandel of sheer power, this is demonstrative of Rock Wall's style. The alcohol is very high, which brings heat and sweetness to the flavors of ripe blackberries, currants, anise and pepper. A touch of oak adds a mellow toastiness. Drink this now with rich stews and barbecued meats.",Monte Rosso Vineyard Reserve,40,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rock Wall 2010 Monte Rosso Vineyard Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2010-monte-rosso-vineyard-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Rock Wall 13.9,White,US,"This tastes bone dry, with cleansing acidity and firm minerality. It offers subtle layers of green apples, figs and tropical fruits, plus an edge of sweet vanilla.",,20,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,The Mission 2011 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mission-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2011,The Mission 14.5,Red,US,"This wine's acid-tannin balance is beautiful, which lends structure to the raspberry, cherry, red currant and vanilla flavors. It shows the elegance associated with the vintage. Drink now.",,32,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Siduri 2011 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Siduri 14.5,Red,Italy,"From the beautiful countryside around Pitigliano and Sovana in Tuscany's southern Maremma, this expression of organically farmed Ciliegiolo shows complex notes of dark cherry, spice, humus and rosemary. Elegance and soft tannins define the finish.",,18,90,Tuscany,Maremma,,Sassotondo 2011 Maremma,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sassotondo-2011-italian-white-ciliegiolo-maremma/,Ciliegiolo,2011,Sassotondo 14.4,Red,US,"Elyse has emerged as one of the most dependable producers of Zinfandel in California. This wine shows some overripeness in the raisin flavor, but there are plenty of blueberry jam, chocolate, baking spice and sandalwood notes. The tannins are firm yet supple.",Korte Ranch,37,90,California,Napa,St. Helena,Elyse 2009 Korte Ranch Zinfandel (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-2009-korte-ranch-zinfandel-napa-st-helena/,Zinfandel,2009,Elyse ,Red,France,89–91. Barrel sample. Herbal notes mark this aromatic wine that's intense with black-currant acidity and juicy fresh-fruit flavors.,Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Trottevieille 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trottevieille-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Trottevieille 15.5,Red,US,"The 2009 vintage seems to have pushed the alcohol up a notch in many of the Ste. Michelle reds yielding dense, fruit-driven wines that are on the verge of being jammy. This hefty bottling delivers tons of flavor: The cassis note comes saturated with barrel-derived accents of coffee and smoke.",Ethos Reserve,38,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Ethos Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-ethos-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. Spicy new wood aromas are prominent on this very structured, extracted, coffee-flavored wine. It has a solid, dark texture with a bitter edge.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Soutard 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-soutard-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Soutard ,Red,France,89–91. Barrel sample. This is a solid effort that's packed with blackberry fruits and dark tannins. The wine has weight and structure that is balanced with the fruitiness.,Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Sénéjac 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-senejac-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Sénéjac 13,Red,France,"Pure and fruity, this wine has structure as well as a velvety texture. Opulent flavors of red berries and a touch of earthiness are laced with soft tannins and acidity.",,28,90,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Domaine Pavelot 2010 Savigny-lès-Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pavelot-2010-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Pavelot 13.5,Red,Italy,"Biodynamic winemaker Luca D'Attoma ages this 50-50 blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc in cement vats. Delicate and feminine, this wine has notes of berry, white cherry, bramble, plum cake and sweet spice. Bright tones of blueberry and cherry drive the refreshing finish.",Altrovino,35,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Duemani 2008 Altrovino Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duemani-2008-altrovino-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Duemani ,Red,France,"A red cherry flavor and a rich texture show the ripe side of this plump wine. It has tannins and a touch of bitter chocolate. It's already full and generous, but it does need to age for at least six years.",Les Champs Pimont Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Champy 2010 Les Champs Pimont Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-champy-2010-champs-pimont-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Champy ,Red,France,"Rich ruby in color, this firm, concentrated wine shows minerality and solid tannins. There is a sense of power in this black-currant- and black-cherry-flavored selection. Keep it for at least seven years.",Aux Cras Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Champy 2010 Aux Cras Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-champy-2010-aux-cras-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Champy 14,Red,Italy,"This blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet, Syrah and Merlot strikes a beautiful balance between its hearty black-fruit aromas and spicy oak-driven nuances. The palate shows persistence, and it comes with bright berry intensity.",D'Amare,75,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Diadema 2010 D'Amare Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diadema-2010-damare-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Diadema 13.5,White,Greece,"Orange blossom, apricot and honey notes give the bouquet an opulent edge. On the palate, it's a wave of lush peach, apricot and honey flavors, finished with a delicate spice note. This will pair with everything from poultry to ethnic cuisine to fruit salad.",Ovilos,38,90,Pangeon,,,Estate Biblia Chora 2010 Ovilos White (Pangeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-biblia-chora-2010-ovilos-white-pangeon/,White Blend,2010,Estate Biblia Chora 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Rich and concentrated, this has great depth of flavor, which is sustained by wood influence. With its powerful structure and flavors of dark plum skins and ripe berries, it is certainly a wine for aging at least 4–5 years.",Reserva,20,90,Dão,,,Casa da Passarella 2009 Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-passarella-2009-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2009,Casa da Passarella 14.5,Red,Italy,"From one of the most acclaimed up-and-coming wineries in Italy, this wine delivers pure Sangiovese nuances of red fruit, blue flower and wet earth. It shows beautiful density and richness, and the finish offers loads of blackberry flavor.",Riserva,,90,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Terenzi 2009 Riserva (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terenzi-2009-riserva-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2009,Terenzi 13.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, this has a polished, elegant side, and it offers bold fruit tones that are followed by barbecue sauce and stone accents. It feels zesty and perky on the finish thanks to the boldness of the fruit.",Greppicante,28,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta I Greppi 2010 Greppicante (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-i-greppi-2010-greppicante-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Tenuta I Greppi 14.5,Red,US,"Threads of licorice, steel, earth and smoke weave through the proportionate strawberry and raspberry flavors, offset by hints of herb and baking spice. It's a seamless, complex wine of moderate length.",Spilya Vineyard,27,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Tapteil Vineyard 2008 Spilya Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapteil-vineyard-2008-spilya-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,Tapteil Vineyard 13.8,White,US,"This Chardonnay has ripe, rich tangerine, pear and pineapple flavors. It wasn't aged in oak, and the malolactic fermentation was blocked. The result is a clean, vibrant and mouthwatering selection.",Zotovich Vineyard,34,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Transcendence 2011 Zotovich Vineyard Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/transcendence-2011-zotovich-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2011,Transcendence 15.1,Red,US,"This is high in alcohol, but it will easily pair with barbecue. It's made from fruit grown in the warm Larner Vineyard in Santa Ynez Valley as well as from the cool Lafond Vineyard in Santa Rita Hills. Rich, dry and complex, it offers brisk, citrusy acidity to offset the ripe blackberry, currant and sandalwood flavors.",,28,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Transcendence 2009 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/transcendence-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2009,Transcendence 14.5,Red,US,"Full bodied and softly tannic, this wine's fruit is front and center, wrapped in a subtle jacket of sweet oak. It dazzles with blackberries, cherries, raspberries, currants and chocolate flavors. Drink now for its sheer lusciousness.",,32,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,White Oak 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,White Oak 13.8,Red,US,"Here's a big, ripe and dry Cabernet with flavors of blackberry, molasses and dark chocolate that seem almost overripe due to a touch of raisin. Tannic and full bodied, it's too robust to drink now, so give it 6–8 years in a cellar.",Mohrhardt Ridge,25,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Wellington 2007 Mohrhardt Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2007-mohrhardt-ridge-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Wellington 14.7,Red,US,"This Cabernet has rich blackberry-jam and black licorice flavors, and it also has a funky bacon note. The oak provides a pleasant backdrop of sweet toast. This shows how well Cabernet can perform on the far Sonoma Coast, which is now more oriented to Pinot Noir.",Mohrhardt Ridge,20,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Wellington 2002 Mohrhardt Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2002-mohrhardt-ridge-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Wellington 14.7,White,US,"Rich and full-bodied, this has the weight of a barrel-fermented, lees-aged wine. This 100% Pinot Blanc has plenty of orange, cream, brown sugar and brown butter flavors. Try it as an interesting alternative to Chardonnay.",Sierra Madre Vineyard Estate,21,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Sierra Madre 2010 Sierra Madre Vineyard Estate Pinot Blanc (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-madre-2010-vineyard-estate-pinot-blanc-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2010,Sierra Madre 14,White,US,"While this Chardonnay has rich tropical fruit and citrus flavors, with a light touch of oak, the acidity and minerality make it taste clean and balanced. Don't drink it too cold, and be sure to enjoy it with Dungeness crab and buttered sourdough bread.",Estate Verna's,24,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Melville 2011 Estate Verna's Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2011-estate-vernas-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Melville 13.5,Red,Italy,"Hats off to the Mazzei brothers for crafting this rich, pleasurable wine that mirrors the sunny warmth and softness of the region. The unusual blend is Sangiovese and Alicante, and it's redolent of lively red cherries, tobacco and chocolate fudge.",Belguardo Serrata,19,90,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Mazzei 2010 Belguardo Serrata (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzei-2010-belguardo-serrata-red-maremma-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Mazzei 14.1,White,US,"New French oak and lees aging give this wine richness in the form of creamy, yeasty, toast and vanilla flavors. It offers ripe, forward flavors of oranges and tropical fruits, and the acidity plays a vital role in creating balance and a clean finish. Try this as an alternative to Chardonnay, and enjoy it with fish or poultry in cream sauce.",L'Avion,38,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2010 L'Avion Roussanne (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2010-lavion-roussanne-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Roussanne,2010,Stolpman 14,Red,New Zealand,"Mt. Difficulty's Pinots have resisted the trend toward ever-softer textures, even in this, the winery's entry-level bottling. Instead, the wine is firmly structured. Savory, dark-skinned plum fruit is accented by plenty of briary spice. Drink from 2014–2020.",Roaring Meg,25,90,Central Otago,,,Mt. Difficulty 2011 Roaring Meg Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-difficulty-2011-roaring-meg-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2011,Mt. Difficulty 14.5,Red,New Zealand,"Man O' War's 2008 Dreadnought put the winery on the map, and, although not quite as dramatic, the 2009 is a worthy successor. Aromas are lifted, peppery and cherry-filled, while the flavor nuances include smoke and pepper-cured meats. The wine is medium bodied and is marked by silky tannins and crisp acids. Drink now–2018.",Dreadnought,45,90,Waiheke Island,,,Man O' War 2009 Dreadnought Syrah (Waiheke Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-o-war-2009-dreadnought-shiraz-syrah-syrah-waiheke-island/,Syrah,2009,Man O' War 14.1,White,US,"This is clean and brisk in lemony acidity, and it offers concentrated, complex flavors of honeyed pineapples, limes, oranges and mangoes. It's dry and finessed.",,25,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacRostie 2011 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,MacRostie 13,White,France,"Smooth and round, this wine has bright acidity, tempered by the toast and sweet apricot flavors. It has a structured core, and it finishes with the acidity. Age this for 2–3 years.",Charmois Premier Cru,45,90,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Charmois Premier Cru (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-charmois-premier-cru-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 13.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot, this delivers soft, concentrated flavors of chocolate fudge, cherry and cinnamon spice. It's an irresistible, opulent wine that promises to impress.",Volpolo,40,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Podere Sapaio 2010 Volpolo (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-sapaio-2010-volpolo-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Podere Sapaio 12.5,White,Georgia,"Aromatic, with notes of black tea leaves, sandalwood and incense, this smoky Georgian amber wine boasts delicate orange rind and blossom flavors, swathed in bristling, chestnut-skin-like tannins. There's a wonderful textural richness attributable to the wine's prolonged maceration in traditional Georgian qvevri.",Dry Unfiltered Amber Wine,18,90,Kakheti,,,Pheasant's Tears 2009 Dry Unfiltered Amber Wine Rkatsiteli (Kakheti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pheasants-tears-2009-dry-unfiltered-amber-wine-other-white-rkatsiteli-kakheti/,Rkatsiteli,2009,Pheasant's Tears ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. Intensely ripe fruit countered with powerful tannins yields a wine that's generous in texture and richness. The palate is bold with spice and lush fruit, highlighted by delicious acidity.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Clos du Clocher 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-clocher-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Clos du Clocher 14.2,Red,US,"This shows classic Cabernet Sauvignon character, and there's even a Bordeaux-like earthiness that grounds the cherry, currant and cedar flavors. Made from fruit grown in the winery's Alexander Valley vineyard, this is ideal for drinking now.",Block Collection Walking Tree,20,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2009 Block Collection Walking Tree Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2009-block-collection-walking-tree-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Geyser Peak 14.5,Red,Italy,"An organic blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot, this offers enormous richness and concentration. The wine is soft and lush, and it exudes dark fruit flavors that are backed by touches of mineral and smoke.",Prima Causa,48,90,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,La Selva 2008 Prima Causa (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selva-2008-prima-causa-red-maremma-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,La Selva 14.7,Red,US,"Give this Pinot Noir some time to breathe and mellow in a decanter. Right out of the bottle, it's tough, tannic and jammy in raspberry and cherry flavors. But it doesn't take long for it to pick up some complexities. This wine's rich, sweet oakiness will pair well with steaks, lamb chops and mushroom risottos.",Kashaya,58,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Relic 2010 Kashaya Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/relic-2010-kashaya-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Relic 13.5,Red,Israel,"With only 2,940 bottles produced, this is a limited-edition wine that's worth the hunt. Vanilla and oaky spice aromas immediately waft from the glass, with the core of dark berries and fleshy plum fruit following shortly after. Heavy and bold on the palate, the firm structure complements the concentrated blackberry and cherry flavors. Nuances of cocoa powder and tea leaves linger on the close.",Reserve Wild,56,90,Judean Hills,,,Recanati 2010 Reserve Wild Carignan (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2010-reserve-wild-carignan-judean-hills/,Carignan,2010,Recanati 13.5,Red,Israel,"Although this wine is currently a bit firm and closed, it has the stuffing for great evolution and shows promise for a long future. Dark, ripe raspberry and strawberry fruit characters are laced with touches of Asian spice, reduced balsamic and wild game. The medium-weight mouthfeel boasts chewy tannins that persist long into the finish. Drink 2014–2018.",Reserve,50,90,Galilee,,,Recanati 2010 Reserve Syrah-Viognier (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2010-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-viognier-galilee/,Syrah-Viognier,2010,Recanati 19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This LBV could be aged. It has a real youthful feel, and its ripe black-fruit flavors are full of complex sweetness and edged with tannins. It has weight, richness and a generous mouthfeel.",Late Bottled Vintage,25,90,Port,,,Ramos-Pinto 2008 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2008-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Ramos-Pinto 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"The cherry fruit that defines this wine is almost too bright, too pure—it verges on being confected in character. Yet it's reined in by a leash of vanilla oak and a reasonably firm structure of acids and tannins. The wine is merely too young at the moment, so give it a few years to mellow and gain complexity.",Pioneer Block 16 Awatere,30,90,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2010 Pioneer Block 16 Awatere Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2010-pioneer-block-16-awatere-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Saint Clair 14,Red,New Zealand,"A blend of fruit drawn from the Awatere and Brancott subregions, this is a lively, fresh example of Marlborough Pinot Noir. Judiciously applied notes of vanilla and cinnamon accent flavors of cherry and herb that finish long, while the medium- to full-bodied wine's tannins are ripe and impart a creamy texture. Drink now and over the next couple of years.",,20,90,Marlborough,,,Jules Taylor 2010 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jules-taylor-2010-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Jules Taylor 14.5,White,US,"One of the best Californian Pinot Gris currently available, this is rich, creamy and complex, and it would make for a great alternative to Chardonnay. This wine traditionally ages in used oak, which imparts just a hint of wood-driven sweetness to the pear, peach, mango and lime flavors.",Trenton Station Vineyard,22,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2010 Trenton Station Vineyard Pinot Gris (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2010-trenton-station-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Joseph Swan Vineyards 14.1,Red,US,"This Zinfandel's tannins are starting to resolve, which gives the palate a soft, melted quality. The primary flavors are transforming into rich, dried black-raspberry and cherry notes, with leather, mocha, dried mushroom and spice accents.",Mancini Ranch,28,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2007 Mancini Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2007-mancini-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Joseph Swan Vineyards 14.2,Red,US,"As this is tight and currently aloof, it lacks the generosity of the 2009 vintage, but it may prove to be more ageable. It has deep, earthy flavors of red currant, cola and balsam, and it could blossom into something even more complex after 2016.",Primo's Hill,50,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Kazmer & Blaise 2010 Primo's Hill Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kazmer-blaise-2010-primos-hill-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Kazmer & Blaise 13.8,Red,US,"Fruity, rich and tannic, this wine has flavors of blackberry, molasses, dark chocolate, licorice, bacon, smoky oak and pepper. It's a dry, full-bodied effort that should provide pleasant drinking over the next six years.",Larner Vineyard Estrella Clone Reserve,39,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,db Winery 2010 Larner Vineyard Estrella Clone Reserve Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/db-winery-2010-larner-vineyard-estrella-clone-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,db Winery 14.5,Red,US,"Made in fairly modest quantities, this Merlot bears dark fruit that shows a pleasing, dusty quality. The blend includes 11% Cabernet Sauvignon, which keeps it in the Bordeaux-style camp. Firm and concentrated, it finishes with a tasty mix of cocoa, coffee grounds and Asian spices.",Canoe Ridge Estate,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Chateau Ste. Michelle 2010 Canoe Ridge Estate Merlot (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2010-canoe-ridge-estate-merlot-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Merlot,2010,Chateau Ste. Michelle ,Dessert,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. Powerful and concentrated, this is a wine with incredible richness without great botrytis character. It's fruity with peach and orange-marmalade flavors showing lively acidity as well as a good structure.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Sigalas Rabaud 2012 Barrel Sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sigalas-rabaud-2012-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Sigalas Rabaud 13.5,White,US,"This is an aromatic, honeysuckle-tinged cool-climate white, with layers of honey and spice. Light in body and texture, this complex, Alsace-style effort is the perfect accompaniment to Thai, Indian, Korean barbecue or spicy Chinese food.",Dry Estate Bottled,20,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2011 Dry Estate Bottled Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2011-dry-estate-bottled-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Navarro 15.5,Red,US,"Dumas Station draws its fruit from the excellent Minnick Hills Vineyard. This 100% Syrah takes no prisoners: Its superconcentrated flavors of blackberry syrup, maple syrup, espresso, dark chocolate and vanilla rock-and-roll across the palate, propelled by the high alcohol.",Estate,34,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Dumas Station 2010 Estate Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dumas-station-2010-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2010,Dumas Station ,Red,France,"This wine is powerful and tannic, firm and dense. The fruit character is still submerged by the concentrated, dry core, which suggests that this wine needs at least 4–5 years before the red berry fruits show through.",Les Grasses Têtes,,90,Burgundy,Marsannay,,Domaine Bruno Clair 2010 Les Grasses Têtes (Marsannay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bruno-clair-2010-grasses-tetes-pinot-noir-marsannay/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Bruno Clair 14.1,White,US,"With it's brisk acidity and tangy minerality that gird the Asian pear and tropical fruit flavors, this wine expresses its coastal origin as well as the cool vintage. It feels streamlined and elegant.",,42,90,California,Sonoma,Fort Ross-Seaview,Benovia 2010 Chardonnay (Fort Ross-Seaview),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benovia-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-fort-ross-seaview/,Chardonnay,2010,Benovia 13.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, this offers a clean, polished feel, as well as tightly woven forest-fruit and mineral tones. There's a blast of freshness that's followed by soft cherry and tangy herb endnotes.",,35,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Donna Olimpia 1898 2010 Bolgheri,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donna-olimpia-1898-2010-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,1898,Donna Olimpia 1898 14.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this opens with rich, concentrated aromas of black fruit and milk chocolate. There are savory notes of dark pipe tobacco, clove and cardamom. The palate is masculine and powerful, with firm tannins.",Lagone,15,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Aia Vecchia 2010 Lagone Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aia-vecchia-2010-lagone-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Aia Vecchia ,White,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. From the northern Médoc vineyard of Goulée, this spicy, cool wine has a touch of green as well as fresh fruit. It's textured with a salty, herbaceous feel.",Blanc d'Estournel Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Cos d'Estournel 2012 Blanc d'Estournel Barrel Sample (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-destournel-2012-blanc-destournel-barrel-sample-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Cos d'Estournel 13.8,Red,US,"This pure Merlot is made from fruit that was sourced from Bacchus, Conner Lee, Dionysus and Klipsun vineyards. Sappy, spicy and loaded with black fruits, this delivers plenty of flavor across the rich midpalate. Notes of black cherries, coffee grounds, licorice and smoke all come into play.",Four Vineyards,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2010 Four Vineyards Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2010-four-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Arbor Crest 12.5,White,France,"Soft and ripe, this wine has juicy pineapple and pear flavors. And with its tension between richness and steeliness, this could certainly age.",Château de Rully Cuvée R. de Ternay,30,90,Burgundy,Rully,,Antonin Rodet 2010 Château de Rully Cuvée R. de Ternay (Rully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2010-chateau-rully-cuvee-r-ternay-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2010,Antonin Rodet 13,White,Georgia,"High-toned aromas of dried peach, apple, spice and sandalwood in this qvevri-aged wine give way to a rich, almost silky palate that bursts with notes of yellow flowers and honey-tinged oolong tea. Bright, citrusy acids and bracing, tea-like tannins extend on the long finish.",Kvevri Wine,25,90,Kakheti,,,Antadze 2010 Kvevri Wine Mtsvane (Kakheti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antadze-2010-kvevri-wine-other-white-mtsvane-kakheti/,Mtsvane,2010,Antadze ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. This is a rich, full and juicy wine. It's packed with ripe Merlot that lends a warm, strawberry-fruit character. There is great density on the palate and a touch of bitterness at the end.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Balestard la Tonnelle 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-balestard-tonnelle-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Balestard la Tonnelle ,Red,France,89–91. Barrel sample. This is an attractively fruity wine that's packed with blackberry flavor. The mid palate boasts fruit-cake and raisin flavors with a hint of smokiness that complement a firm tannic character. Spicy aftertaste lingers on the finish.,Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Laforge 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laforge-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Laforge ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. Intense acidity and bright black-currant fruit makes this wine fresh and fruity. There's firm tannic structure at the core, but it's at the service of the fruit. This is a wine that's likely to age over the medium term.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château la Louvière 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-louviere-2012-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château la Louvière ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. Juicy blackberry and red-berry fruits are partnered with firm tannins and a fine, elegant structure. The finish is marked by a fruit cake and spice note.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Haut-Simard 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-simard-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Haut-Simard ,Red,France,"89–91. Barrel sample. This wine is attractive with light tannins, black-currant fruits and lively acidity. It has a rustic edge, allowing the dominant Merlot flavors to shine through.",Barrel Sample,,90,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fourcas-Borie 2012 Barrel Sample (Listrac-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fourcas-borie-2012-barrel-sample-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Fourcas-Borie 12,White,US,"Aromatically intense, with notes of dried peach, orange cream and vanilla, this blend of Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer and Malvasia aims to push the envelope with its rich, almost-fluffy texture, and its penetrating red-berry, stone-fruit and citrus flavors. The grapes were crushed by foot, and skin contact was employed during fermentation. This is a decadent, unusual, oak-aged orange wine.",Envelope,42,90,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Channing Daughters 2009 Envelope White (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/channing-daughters-2009-envelope-white-long-island/,White Blend,2009,Channing Daughters 14,Red,Italy,"La Fornace is a dark, savory expression of Cabernet Sauvignon that shows aged tertiary aromas of dark spice, cured meat and prune. It feels rich and dense, with a gritty quality to the tannins and long endnotes of bacon, black pepper and leather. Drink now.",La Fornace,65,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Carpineto 2003 La Fornace Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-2003-fornace-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Carpineto 14.5,Red,Italy,"This bright expression of Sangiovese is smooth and polished, and it offers notes of cassis, blueberry, almond paste and pressed violet. Pair it with fettuccine and porcini.",Castello di Monna Lisa Riserva,42,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Vignamaggio 2009 Castello di Monna Lisa Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-vignamaggio-2009-castello-monna-lisa-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Villa Vignamaggio 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Big and black-colored, this is a blockbuster in both looks and mouthfeel. It's dense, concentrated and packed with juicy fruit that's touched by a note of pepper due to the alcohol. It needs a few years to age, although it will always be an in-your-face wine.",Andrez Reserva,15,90,Douro,,,Wines & Winemakers 2010 Andrez Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2010-andrez-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Wines & Winemakers 13.3,White,US,"There's a change in the 2011 blend: There's no Roussanne, and it's almost one-quarter Marsanne. It's a tight, steely wine, with bracing acidity and citrus rind flavor, which is reflective of the vintage. Grapefruit and Meyer lemon notes come into play, and it remains balanced through the finish",,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ott & Murphy 2011 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ott-murphy-2011-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2011,Ott & Murphy 13.9,Red,Israel,"There's a forward hickory-maple smoke note to this interesting blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 20% Barbera. Dark berries, vanilla bean and toasted oak notes unfold on the nose and in the mouth, with a touch of cigar tobacco spice that carries through on the finish. Drink through 2016.",Mor,32,88,Judean Hills,,,Shiloh Winery 2009 Mor Red (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shiloh-winery-2009-mor-red-judean-hills/,Red Blend,2009,Shiloh Winery 12.7,White,Georgia,"Intensely smoky and earthy on the nose and palate, this Georgian qvevri-aged wine is a showcase of minerality and textural complexity. It's a savory wine with bristling tannins, and it bears just a hint of citrus that keeps the palate fresh and bright.",Vineyard Akhoebi,25,88,Kakheti,,,Our Wine 2010 Vineyard Akhoebi Rkatsiteli (Kakheti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/our-wine-2010-vineyard-akhoebi-other-white-rkatsiteli-kakheti/,Rkatsiteli,2010,Our Wine 13.7,Red,US,"This is a tried-and-true Washington blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Syrah. It is still pulling itself together, and it marries moderately ripe fruit to herb and green tea elements. The tannins are astringent, and there is a hint of leather on the finish.",Estate Grown Diplomat,45,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Ambassador Vineyard 2010 Estate Grown Diplomat Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ambassador-vineyard-2010-estate-grown-diplomat-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2010,Ambassador Vineyard 13,White,France,"This Chardonnay's acidity and minerally structure are finely balanced, and its palate already shows richness. Full, fruity and textured, the wine's touch of toast creeps into notice. This is worth aging for 2–3 years.",,75,88,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Joseph Faiveley 2010 Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-faiveley-2010-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Joseph Faiveley 13.5,White,US,"Consistent in every way with the previous vintage, this barrel-fermented Sauvignon Blanc includes 9% Sémillon, both of which were sourced from 15-year-old vines. It's aromatic with scents of sweet herb and citrus, and it tastes of Meyer lemon and grapefruit, plus a hint of brioche.",,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,Upland Estates 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/upland-estates-2010-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Upland Estates 13.5,Red,Italy,"Impressive work is quietly being performed at Rocca di Montemassi, the Zonin-owned property in southern Tuscany. Thanks to new investments and high-profile consultancies, the estate's new range of wines is showing nicely. Among them is this selection that offers a bright, spicy cherry flavor and a silky texture.",Le Focaie,15,88,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Rocca di Montemassi 2011 Le Focaie (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-montemassi-2011-le-focaie-sangiovese-maremma-toscana/,Sangiovese,2011,Rocca di Montemassi 10,Dessert,Portugal,"The Riesling and Gewürztraminer grapes used to make this Alsace-like blend were harvested late to allow for concentrated sweetness. It has a perfumed character and a steely edge of acidity. The finish hints at honey, and it has a crisp texture.",Late Harvest,28,88,Tejo,,,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 2011 Late Harvest White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-lagoalva-cima-2011-late-harvest-white-tejo/,White Blend,2011,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 13.8,White,US,"Hints of nut and smoke add savory tones to the concentrated flavors of apple and quince in this balanced and luscious Chardonnay. Dry and full bodied, it has sharp, steely acidity, and a finish that bears a flurry of sweet biscuit notes.",Reserve,14,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2010 Reserve Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2010-reserve-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2010,Wagner ,Red,France,"86–88. Barrel sample. The generous fruit on this wine is so ripe and juicy, it's almost too much. Tannins and a deep, dry core do give the wine some shape, but the fruit shows excessive ripeness.",Barrel Sample,,87,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Croix de Gay 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croix-gay-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château la Croix de Gay 14,Red,Italy,"Produced from the Foglia Tonda varietal, this is aged for two years in oak barrels to produce a hearty, dense wine. It exudes aromas of ripe fruit, raspberry jam and pipe tobacco, and the palate feels generous and velvety.",S'Indora,12,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Mocine 2007 S'Indora Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocine-2007-sindora-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Mocine 12.5,Red,Italy,"Aged for one year in American oak, this blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon offers a perfumed quality that resembles Christmas spice and violet. It shows concentration and heft, and it boasts berry and cherry flavors on the finish.",Le Lodole,20,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Toscana,,Bellini 2009 Le Lodole Red (Rosso di Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellini-2009-le-lodole-red-rosso-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Bellini 13.5,Red,Greece,"Aromas of cherry, spiced meat and plum start off this masculine red. Flavors of smoke, spice and red fruit are balanced and easy to embrace, and the wine offers ageable structure to boot. This is an impressive selection that will pair well with hearty dishes, but it will also be enjoyable on its own.",Techni Alipiaç Dry,28,87,Drama,,,Wine Art Estate 2008 Techni Alipiaç Dry Red (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-art-estate-2008-techni-alipiac-dry-red-drama/,Red Blend,2008,Wine Art Estate ,Red,Italy,"This wine is 85% Sangiovese, with the balance Canaiolo Nero and Cabernet Sauvignon. It shows bright cherry and raspberry nuances, backed by white almond and warm, earth-like tones. Bright acidity keeps the palate refreshed.",,15,87,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Fattoria Mantellassi 2010 Morellino di Scansano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-mantellassi-2010-red-morellino-scansano/,Red Blend,2010,Fattoria Mantellassi 13.7,Red,US,"Big, rich and dense, this Pinot Noir shows massive, in-your-face flavors of oak, raspberry-cherry jam and chocolate. You can give this a few years of aging or try decanting, but it seems best enjoyed soon for its sheer youthful power.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,50,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Flying Goat Cellars 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-goat-cellars-2009-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Flying Goat Cellars 13.8,White,US,"This is a smooth, easy-drinking Chardonnay, and it offers light tropical flavors of banana and melon. There's a scent and underlying flavor of cracker and toast, which has not yet integrated with the fruit, but it may improve with further bottle age.",,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mercer 2011 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2011-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Mercer 13.5,Red,Italy,This Sangiovese shows pretty cherry and cassis tones and bright acidity. Serve it with pizza topped with sausages and peppers.,,,87,Tuscany,Chianti,,Melini 2011 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melini-2011-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2011,Melini 12,White,US,"Lemon zest and wildflower notes lend a delicate feel to this fresh, steely, unoaked Chardonnay. It's a minerally wine, with notes of saline and crushed oyster shells, and a brisk finish.",Unoaked,17,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,McGregor 2010 Unoaked Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcgregor-2010-unoaked-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2010,McGregor 12,Rose,Greece,"Aromatic and expressive, this wine starts with aromas of wildflower and peach, and it leads into balanced flavors of white fruit, orange peel and fresh berry. A pretty selection, with enough body to span the seasons.",Enoeno Dry Rosé,23,87,Drama,,,Oenogenesis 2011 Enoeno Dry Rosé Cabernet Sauvignon Grenache (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oenogenesis-2011-enoeno-dry-rose-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-grenache-drama/,Cabernet Sauvignon Grenache,2011,Oenogenesis 13.5,White,Italy,"Honey, peach and pear aromas open the nose on this fresh Vermentino. A touch of vanilla cream gives the finish a full, generous feel.",Solosole,20,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio al Tesoro 2011 Solosole Vermentino (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-al-tesoro-2011-solosole-italian-white-vermentino-toscana/,Vermentino,2011,Poggio al Tesoro 12,White,Italy,"Approachable and fresh, this is a wine to pair with seafood salad or grilled tuna. It offers pretty fragrances of stone fruit, citrus and honey. Peter Warren Selections & Planet Wine.",Luminoso,,87,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Podere San Cristoforo 2010 Luminoso White (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-san-cristoforo-2010-luminoso-white-maremma-toscana/,White Blend,2010,Podere San Cristoforo 13,Red,Italy,"A blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot, this shows bright, balanced aromas of berry, spice and almond. Touches of forest floor, bramble and crisp fruit bring up the rear.",Antillo,17,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Podere Guado al Melo 2009 Antillo (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-guado-al-melo-2009-antillo-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2009,Podere Guado al Melo 12,White,US,"Fresh and floral on the nose and palate, this has loads of white flower and Meyer lemon tones. Dry in style, it builds in intensity on the palate, with hints of honey, wax and saline-like minerality that linger on the finish.",William Vigne Dry,14,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Seneca Lake,Fulkerson 2010 William Vigne Dry Riesling (Seneca Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulkerson-2010-william-vigne-dry-riesling-finger-lakes-seneca-lake/,Riesling,2010,Fulkerson 14,Red,Israel,"Bright, jammy cherry, raspberry and blueberry aromas lead the nose of this wine. Smooth and easy-drinking, the palate offers rich berry compote flavors with hints of black pepper and sweet spice. Drink now. Mevushal.",,17,87,Galilee,,,Recanati 2011 Shiraz (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2011-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-galilee/,Shiraz,2011,Recanati 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"One of the nice things about this Pinot Noir is that despite the considerable quantities produced (17,000 cases), it doesn't seem forced in any way. It's medium bodied and silky, with aromas and flavors of maraschino cherries and button mushrooms that leave a pretty, delicate impression behind on the palate.",,22,87,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2011 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2011-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2011,Saint Clair 14.8,Red,US,"A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this is precise and elegant. The firm Spring Mountain tannins and concentrated black-cherry, currant and mineral flavors impress. But it's astringent, with a dryness that's difficult to appreciate. It might develop over the years, but the outcome is uncertain.",Mernet Reserve,96,87,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Keenan 2009 Mernet Reserve Red (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-2009-mernet-reserve-red-napa-spring-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Keenan 14.2,Red,US,"Currently, this Syrah has tough tannins that seem stringy and chewy. But the blackberry, black currant and dark chocolate flavors are plentiful. Cellar this for one or two years.",Larner Vineyard,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,db Winery 2010 Larner Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/db-winery-2010-larner-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,db Winery 13.5,White,US,"This bears apple and pear flavors that are set amidst buttery, toasty accents. It's smooth and easy to drink, and the mouthfeel has a certain oiliness.",,13,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2011 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2011-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14,Red,Italy,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot offers tight aromas of cola and tar, followed by soft layers of berry, cherry and spicy cinnamon.",Scirè,16,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Ceralti 2011 Scirè (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceralti-2011-scire-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2011,Ceralti 13.5,White,Italy,"This Vermentino, which is blended with a touch of Sauvignon Blanc, shows a saturated golden color (a small percentage of the wine is aged in barrique). It has broad aromas of apricot, tangerine and almond paste. A touch of zesty acidity marks the finish.",,32,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Casa di Terra 2011 Vermentino (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-terra-2011-italian-white-vermentino-bolgheri/,Vermentino,2011,Casa di Terra 14.5,Red,US,"Thick, rich and almost cordial-like, this has generous fruit and oak components. It's ready to be paired with a peppered steak.",,17,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Weibel Family 2009 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weibel-family-2009-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Weibel Family 14.5,Red,New Zealand,"Drawn from the Awatere Valley subregion, this is a chunky, full-bodied Pinot Noir. Oak is prominent, in the form of toast, vanilla and graham cracker notes, while the fruit is grapy. This wine shows decent length; the finish is cushioned by soft tannins and is pointed up by tart acids. Drink over the next year or two.",,20,87,Awatere Valley,,,Vavasour 2010 Pinot Noir (Awatere Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vavasour-2010-pinot-noir-awatere-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Vavasour 12.5,White,France,"Light and fruity, this has flavors of creamed apple and ripe Williams pear. The wine is crisp and tangy, and it's shot through with lemon zest and acidity. Ready to drink in one year.",Cuvée Ancestrum,40,87,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Charly Nicolle 2011 Cuvée Ancestrum (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-charly-nicolle-2011-cuvee-ancestrum-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Charly Nicolle ,Red,France,"While this shows the concentration of the vines that were planted in the 1940s, it also has a tight, lean quality and considerable acidity. Its fruit is still subdued by the structure, and it needs 3–4 years to become round.",Vieilles Vignes,,87,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Champy 2010 Vieilles Vignes (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-champy-2010-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Champy 13,Red,France,"Ripe and fruity, this is a round, soft wine that shows the jammy character of Pinot Noir. It has a straight line of acidity that cuts through the fruit, which makes for an attractive, light finish.",Les Beaumonts,28,87,Burgundy,Chorey-lès-Beaune,,Domaine A. Machard de Gramont 2010 Les Beaumonts (Chorey-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-a-machard-gramont-2010-beaumonts-pinot-noir-chorey-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine A. Machard de Gramont 14,Red,New Zealand,"Despite having a lovely, silky texture, this wine is slightly disappointing given its pedigree. It's already bricking in color, and it offers evolved notes of earth, leather and charred beetroot and a lingering finish. Drink now.",,41,87,Marlborough,,,Dog Point 2009 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dog-point-2009-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2009,Dog Point 12.5,White,Italy,"Seafood platters loaded with steamed mussels and spicy crab cakes call out for a fresh, vibrant Vernaccia just like this bottling. Massimo Daldin offers touches of vanilla cream, yellow fruits and nuts, which give it momentum and character.",Massimo Daldin,16,87,Tuscany,Vernaccia di San Gimignano,,Cà del Vispo 2011 Massimo Daldin (Vernaccia di San Gimignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-vispo-2011-massimo-daldin-italian-white-vernaccia-vernaccia-san-gimignano/,Vernaccia,2011,Cà del Vispo 13,Red,US,"A full-bodied Pinot Noir, this bears ripe cherry, red plum and tart cranberry flavors. The considerable acidity gives it a mouth-watering bite. Drink soon, and decant it.",,12,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Ballard Lane 2010 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballard-lane-2010-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Ballard Lane 14,White,US,"Flavors of sweet, smoky oak; ripe, forward tropical fruit; and creamy lees mark this Chardonnay. It's made in the modern, voluptuous style.",,56,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bacigalupi 2011 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacigalupi-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Bacigalupi 10.8,White,US,"Yeasty, sweet pastry notes are enticing on the nose of this intense, juicy, off-dry Riesling. It has a delicate structure and a creamy texture, and it balances brisk, lemony acids with ripe yellow-peach and grapefruit flavors.",Estate Vineyards,16,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Atwater 2010 Estate Vineyards Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atwater-2010-estate-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Atwater 14,Red,US,"Blackberry, currant, herb and cedar flavors abound in this dry, tannic Cabernet Sauvignon. It shows Napa Valley class, and with 6,000 cases produced, it should be relatively easy to find.",,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,BonAnno 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonanno-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,BonAnno ,White,France,"This wine has a bright, crisp character that is reminiscent of Chablis. It has refreshing lemon and apple flavors, and it's ready to drink.",Château de Mercey,23,87,Burgundy,Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune,,Antonin Rodet 2010 Château de Mercey (Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2010-chateau-mercey-chardonnay-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-beaune/,Chardonnay,2010,Antonin Rodet 13.5,White,US,"The abundant minerality of this Mendocino Chenin Blanc hits first, followed by clean flavors and a subtle layer of honey on the finish.",,15,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Graziano 2011 Chenin Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graziano-2011-chenin-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Graziano 13.5,Red,Israel,"This blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 10% Syrah, 7% Petit Verdot, 9% Mourvèdre and 4% Sauvignon Blanc is straightforward yet lush, with assertive oak-infused notes of plum, black raspberry and boysenberry. Spicy accents of vanilla bean and sweet smoke lend a rich impression to the close. Very drinkable now, with modest tannins and a plush texture.",Sandro,24,87,Galilee,,,Alexander 2010 Sandro Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-2010-sandro-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2010,Alexander 14.1,Red,US,"Rich and fruity, this Cabernet Sauvignon is filled with ripe blackberry, black currant and spice flavors. It's a little angular and tannic, so it might benefit from a few years in a cellar.",Ellen's Vineyard,45,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Aje 2008 Ellen's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aje-2008-ellens-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Aje 12,Dessert,Hungary,"This off-dry, honeyed Tokaj wine has a penetrating minerality that extends from start to finish, with aromas of honeysuckle and fresh tangerine skin. Slightly dusty on the palate, it shows hints of dried herb and crushed stone, and it finishes on a delicate flower tone.",3 Puttonyos Aszú,20,87,Tokaji,,,Château Hellha 2002 3 Puttonyos Aszú (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-hellha-2002-3-puttonyos-aszu-white-blend-tokaji-tokaji/,Tokaji,2002,Château Hellha 14,Red,Italy,"This wine's personality is driven by its cola, wild berry, spice, leather and maraschino cherry notes. It's slightly raw and rustic, with a bitter almond accent. The blend is Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc.",Assiolo,,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Campo al Noce 2010 Assiolo (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-al-noce-2010-assiolo-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Campo al Noce 13.5,White,Italy,"Lean and bright, this easygoing Vermentino would pair well with fried calamari or vegetable tempura. The palate shows fullness and a fragrant lemon-zest flavor.",Terre di Lavinia,30,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Casa di Terra 2011 Terre di Lavinia Vermentino (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-terra-2011-terre-lavinia-italian-white-vermentino-toscana/,Vermentino,2011,Casa di Terra 14.5,Rose,Italy,"This wine opens with aromas of forest berry, sour cherry and white almond. The finish is tangy, fruity and fresh, with bright acidity and crisp fruit.",Allegra,20,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Casa di Terra 2011 Allegra Rosato (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-terra-2011-allegra-rose-rosato-bolgheri/,Rosato,2011,Casa di Terra 13,White,Bulgaria,"Aromatic, with notes of orange blossom and lemon zest, this dry, bracing Chardonnay boasts surprising depth and minerality. Vibrant with lemony acidity, it finishes briskly, with a hint of lime-zest-like astringency.",Veni Vidi Vici,9,87,Thracian Valley,,,Vini 2011 Veni Vidi Vici Chardonnay (Thracian Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vini-2011-veni-vidi-vici-chardonnay-thracian-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Vini 13.9,Red,US,"Dry and tannic, this Syrah offers rich, spicy notes of blackberry, currant and leather. Drink it now with grilled lamb.",Estate Vineyard,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2008 Estate Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2008-estate-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2008,Wellington 13.5,White,US,"This tastes like buttered toast, topped with orange marmalade and vanilla. The crisp acidity makes it feel bright and clean.",,10,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 2011 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Geyser Peak 14.5,Red,Italy,"Made from organically farmed fruit, this wine has distinctive aromas of wild fennel and rosemary, backed by touches of forest berry, cured meat and bresaola. Firm but silky tannins are followed by smoked bacon and leather notes.",,100,87,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fonterenza 2007 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fonterenza-2007-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2007,Fonterenza 15.5,Red,US,"This blend of Syrah and Grenache bears ripe, forward flavors of blackberry and cherry jam, dried currant, anise and cedar. The tannins are massive, but ripe and sweet, and there is a green note that gives the wine some bitterness.",Revelation,40,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Epiphany 2010 Revelation Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/epiphany-2010-revelation-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Epiphany 12.5,White,France,"While this is a fruity Chablis, it also shows some of the steeliness for which the appellation is known. It has ripe lemon and pineapple flavors that lend the wine an open character. It's ready to drink, but it could be aged for one year.",,40,87,Burgundy,Chablis,,Garnier et Fils 2011 Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garnier-fils-2011-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Garnier et Fils 12,White,US,"The nose and palate are smoky and waxy, with a shimmer of petrol. The palate is brisk and lemony, with hints of citrus peel, nut oil and nut skin that linger on the long finish. This dry, savory Riesling is already showing signs of bottle age. Drink now.",Ingle Vineyard,20,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2010 Ingle Vineyard Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2010-ingle-vineyard-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Heron Hill 13.5,Rose,Italy,"A 50-50 blend of Sangiovese and Syrah, this bright rosato opens with a rose aroma, backed by pink grapefruit and forest fruit notes. The mouthfeel has a bright, lean quality that makes it a pleasure to drink.",Tenuta Belguardo,17,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Mazzei 2011 Tenuta Belguardo Rosato (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzei-2011-tenuta-belguardo-rose-rosato-toscana/,Rosato,2011,Mazzei 12,White,France,"This is made using a selection of fruit that's sourced from both banks of the Serein River. It's a properly crisp Chardonnay, and it offers a white fruit flavor and a bright, lively finish.",Les Deux Rives,35,87,Burgundy,Chablis,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Les Deux Rives (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-deux-rives-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 12,Rose,Italy,"This rosato has aromas of wild berry, citrus, almond flower and dried herb. Light and lean, this would pair with barbecued shrimp or fish kebab.",Cassiopea,20,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Poggio al Tesoro 2011 Cassiopea Rosato (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-al-tesoro-2011-cassiopea-rose-rosato-bolgheri/,Rosato,2011,Poggio al Tesoro 15.4,Red,US,"Rich and concentrated, this Syrah is aged in French oak, and it offers flavors of bacon, smoky oak, tar and leather. It's big and expressive, and it could use some time to open. Pair it with smoky meats that are big in flavor.",Micro-Lot Reserve Hayes Ranch,40,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Nottingham Cellars 2010 Micro-Lot Reserve Hayes Ranch Syrah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nottingham-cellars-2010-micro-lot-reserve-hayes-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Syrah,2010,Nottingham Cellars ,Dessert,France,"86–88. Barrel sample. With a chemical aroma, this is a strange wine initially. It has some fruitiness, peach and spice flavors, but is soft with an almond and bitter aftertaste.",Barrel Sample,,87,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Suau 2012 Barrel Sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suau-2012-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2012,Château Suau 15.5,Red,US,"Part of a Limited Release series, this high-alcohol blend is 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Syrah and the rest a mix of Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The Syrah component takes over, with deep berry fruit that is encased in rather hard and somewhat herbal tannins. It's tight and chewy at the moment.",Cold Creek Vineyard,32,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Cold Creek Vineyard Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-cold-creek-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle ,Red,France,"86–88. Barrel sample. Fruity with an attractive perfumed character, this wine boasts abundant black currant and red fruits, with just a touch of green.",Barrel Sample,,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Simard 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-simard-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Simard 12.5,White,Greece,"Floral, fresh and delicate fruit aromas are followed by rich citrus, white fruit and flower flavors. This is full bodied yet elegant, with a feminine edge. Pair it with Indian or Thai dishes.",,35,87,Epanomi,,,Gerovassiliou 2011 White (Epanomi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gerovassiliou-2011-white-epanomi/,White Blend,2011,Gerovassiliou 12.5,Rose,Italy,"This wine opens with forest fruit, chopped herb and fresh almond-blossom notes. The finish feels full and silky.",Agoghè,18,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Donna Olimpia 1898 2011 Agoghè Rosato (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donna-olimpia-1898-2011-agoghe-rose-rosato-toscana/,Rosato,1898,Donna Olimpia 1898 13.7,White,US,"This tastes like a fruit juice blend of pineapples, oranges, mangoes and apricots. The acidity makes it taste bright and crisp.",Sorelle Per Sempre Sisters Forever Un-Oaked,16,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Donati Family Vineyard 2011 Sorelle Per Sempre Sisters Forever Un-Oaked Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donati-2011-sorelle-per-sempre-sisters-forever-un-oaked-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Donati Family Vineyard 14.5,Red,US,"This is predominantly Merlot, with Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah filling out the blend. As with many of the H3 wines, vanilla is the strongest and most noticeable flavor. The fruit is compact, and it tastes like hard cherry candy. There is plenty of power, but not much subtlety.",H3 Les Chevaux,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Columbia Crest 2010 H3 Les Chevaux Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2010-h3-chevaux-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2010,Columbia Crest 13.5,White,Italy,"Made from organically farmed fruit, this bright Vermentino opens with pretty aromas of peach, honey, pear and Golden Delicious apple. The mouthfeel is smooth and silky.",Melacce,18,87,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Collemassari 2011 Melacce Vermentino (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collemassari-2011-melacce-italian-white-vermentino-montecucco/,Vermentino,2011,Collemassari 14,Red,Romania,"Cramele Recas's Dreamfish series of international varieties consistently offers bang for your buck, and this vintage of Cabernet Sauvignon is no exception. Rich, full bodied and easy drinking, this offers flavors of bright black cherry and berry, framed by notes of vanilla, toast and wet graphite.",Dreamfish,7,87,Viile Timisului,,,Cramele Recas 2011 Dreamfish Cabernet Sauvignon (Viile Timisului),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cramele-recas-2011-dreamfish-cabernet-sauvignon-viile-timisului/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Cramele Recas 13,White,Italy,"Glossy and bright in appearance, this Vermentino is backed by notes of stone fruit, honey and dried herb. On the palate, it feels crisp, streamlined and zesty.",Acquagiusta,15,87,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Tenuta La Badiola 2011 Acquagiusta Vermentino (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-badiola-2011-acquagiusta-italian-white-vermentino-maremma-toscana/,Vermentino,2011,Tenuta La Badiola 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Made in an attractive, drink-now style, this light- to medium-bodied Pinot Noir showcases pretty raspberry and strawberry fruit that is framed by fresh-cut cedar and soft tannins.",,25,87,Marlborough,,,Ten Sisters 2010 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ten-sisters-2010-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Ten Sisters 12.8,White,US,"Pretty floral notes mingle enticingly with smoke and nut aromas in this vanilla-kissed Chardonnay. It's rich and creamy on the palate, with concentrated apple flavors and bright, lemony acids that add vibrancy to the finish.",Reserve Barrel Fermented,18,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Cayuga Lake,Treleaven 2010 Reserve Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Cayuga Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/treleaven-2010-reserve-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-finger-lakes-cayuga-lake/,Chardonnay,2010,Treleaven 13.5,Red,Italy,"This interpretation of Vino Nobile is aged for two years in oak barrels, which lends it toasted aromas of spice and tobacco, which sit behind the notes of bright cherry and blue flower.",Incanto,14,87,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 2008 Incanto (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vecchia-cantina-montepulciano-2008-incanto-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2008,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 14.1,Red,US,"A soft, elegant Pinot Noir, this bears flavors of cherry cola and persimmon, with accents of sweet, buttery, toasted oak and cinnamon. Drink now.",,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rock Wall 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Rock Wall 13,Red,Italy,"This wine offers a lot of fruit, with subtle background notes of leather, wet earth and prune. It's a fresh, easydrinking selection.",Le Maestrelle,12,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Santa Cristina 2010 Le Maestrelle Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-cristina-2010-le-maestrelle-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Santa Cristina 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"A rare Marlborough Merlot, this is a superficially charming wine that shows cassis fruit and lashings of smoky, cedary oak. It does lack a bit of richness, particularly on the finish, but it scores for its upfront display of ripe fruit and toasty oak.",Rapaura Reserve,30,87,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2010 Rapaura Reserve Merlot (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2010-rapaura-reserve-merlot-marlborough/,Merlot,2010,Saint Clair 13.9,Red,US,"This dry Merlot is marked by strong tannins and ripe fruit. It shows bursts of black cherry, currant, cola and cedar flavors, and it has an astringent texture that's unlikely to age away. Drink now.",,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2009 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2009-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,Rutherford Hill 14.4,Red,US,"Juicy currant, plum, leather, spice and sandalwood flavors abound in this dry, interesting blend of Syrah, Grenache, Petite Sirah and Viognier. The fruit is framed by brisk acids and firm tannins. All of the profits from the sale of this wine go to the winery's full-time vineyard crew.",La Caudrilla,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2010 La Caudrilla Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2010-caudrilla-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Stolpman 14.8,Red,US,"Ripe, forward flavors of raspberry and cherry jam and spice mark this blend of Tempranillo, Grenache and Mourvèdre. Dry and crisp, it has tannins that make the palate pucker, and it calls to be paired with beef, lamb or pork.",Balboa Reserve Estate,32,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sea Shell Cellars 2010 Balboa Reserve Estate Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sea-shell-cellars-2010-balboa-reserve-estate-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,Sea Shell Cellars 13.1,White,US,"Dry, acidic and a little earthy, this shows elegance and restraint. With a medium level of alcohol and subtle citrus and mineral flavors, this wine is ready to drink now with roasted chicken or grilled salmon.",Peters Vineyard,28,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kokomo 2011 Peters Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2011-peters-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Kokomo 15,Red,US,"Sweet-tasting blackberry-jam, cassis liqueur and chocolate flavors abound in this oaky Cabernet. It's a little one-dimensional and high in alcohol, so drink soon.",Brix Vineyard,88,87,California,Napa,Oakville,Kelleher 2008 Brix Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kelleher-2008-brix-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Kelleher 14.7,Red,US,"The oak sticks out on this Pinot Noir, with a dominating toast aroma and flavor. The underlying wine, however, bears strong notes of red fruit and currant. Give it 2–3 years to see if the balance shifts.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,48,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,La Rochelle 2009 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2009-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,La Rochelle ,White,France,"A textured and minerally wine, this is wine has plenty of citrus flavor. It is fruity and crisp, and it offers a touch of vanilla and lively acidity on the finish.",,,87,Burgundy,Saint-Romain,,Maison Champy 2010 Saint-Romain,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2010-chardonnay-saint-romain/,Chardonnay,2010,Maison Champy 12.5,Rose,Greece,"The unique nose on this wine—which is comprised of cherry, chocolate and warm spice aromas—is followed on the palate by a delicate wave of cherry, raspberry and vanilla. It's balanced, but has a sweet touch.",Idyll,18,87,Crete,,,Lyrarakis 2011 Idyll Rosé (Crete),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lyrarakis-2011-idyll-rose-crete/,Rosé,2011,Lyrarakis 14.2,White,US,"This Sauvignon Blanc tastes lightly grassy, with a creamy texture and plenty of bite. The flavors that pop include grapefruit, kiwi, cantaloupe and wet stone.",,16,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Courtney Benham 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2011-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Courtney Benham 13.8,Red,US,"Assertive in its earthy, barnyard-like aromas, this biodynamic, Dijon-clone-based wine is light on its feet. It's ripe flavors are still developing, and it has a finish that one wishes would linger longer.",Dijon Clone,48,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Jeriko 2011 Dijon Clone Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeriko-2011-dijon-clone-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,2011,Jeriko 13.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Sangiovese, Ciliegiolo, Colorino, Canaiolo, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, this shows slightly muddled aromas of ripe cherry fruit and spice. The palate delivers polished tannins and mineral nuances.",Ceppitaio,25,87,Tuscany,Val di Cornia Suvereto,,Russo 2010 Ceppitaio Red (Val di Cornia Suvereto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russo-2010-ceppitaio-red-val-cornia-suvereto/,Red Blend,2010,Russo 13.5,White,US,"This is a flavorful, slightly heavy-feeling Chardonnay that offers ripe flavors of apricots, tropical fruits and pineapple cream. Although it's dry, it has a honeyed accent, especially on the spicy finish.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Ricochet 2010 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricochet-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Ricochet 14.8,Red,US,"This has intense acids and tannins that make it feel a bit rustic. But despite the structure, it has delicious, upfront flavors of blackberry, plum, currant, beef jerky, sweet oak and pepper. Drink now.",Coryelle Fields Vineyard,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Tin Barn 2008 Coryelle Fields Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-barn-2008-coryelle-fields-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2008,Tin Barn 14.5,Red,Italy,"Fresh and tight, this Morellino offers loads of cherry and blueberry flavors, followed by distant tones of leather and moist earth. There's a simple but genuine quality to the wine.",,17,87,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Tenuta Pietramora 2008 Morellino di Scansano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-pietramora-2008-red-morellino-scansano/,Red Blend,2008,Tenuta Pietramora 13.5,White,Italy,"The warm climate of central Italy helps to develop this Viognier's ripe aromas of melon, honey and stone fruit. A glycerin-derived viscosity marks the finish.",Acquadoro,25,87,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Tenuta La Badiola 2011 Acquadoro Viognier (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-badiola-2011-acquadoro-viognier-maremma-toscana/,Viognier,2011,Tenuta La Badiola 13.8,Red,US,"Pleasant acidity and a tannic edge supports the oak-accented cherry, rhubarb, pomegranate and plum flavors. Rich and ripe, this Pinot Noir is for drinking now.",Winemaker's Block,60,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,MacMurray Ranch 2010 Winemaker's Block Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macmurray-ranch-2010-winemakers-block-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,MacMurray Ranch 14.5,Red,US,"Made from estate fruit, this wine offers tart blueberry and plum flavors along with drying tannins. The nose displays some volatile aromas, which carry onto the palate. Depending upon your particular sensitivity, this may or may not enhance the experience.",,39,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Tapteil Vineyard 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapteil-vineyard-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Tapteil Vineyard 13,White,Italy,"This pretty Viognier shows bright tones of honey, stone fruit, melon and peach. There's a subtle creaminess that's derived from the fruit itself, and it leaves a lasting floral impression on the senses.",Astraio,15,87,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Rocca di Montemassi 2011 Astraio Viognier (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-montemassi-2011-astraio-viognier-maremma-toscana/,Viognier,2011,Rocca di Montemassi 13,Red,France,"In the past, there was much more red wine than white wine produced in Chassagne-Montrachet. This firm, tannic wine, with its austere fruit, shows a similarity to Pommard. This is a wine that needs to age for over several years in order for it to soften and become round, and for the red berry fruit to surface.",,60,87,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-pinot-noir-chassagne-montrachet/,Pinot Noir,2010,Olivier Leflaive 13,White,France,"With only 100 acres of Chardonnay, Auxey-Duresses, which is located behind Meursault, is a small player in white Burgundy production. Yet the village creates distinctive wines that are rich and taut. This 2010 is structured and firm, and it has a fruity, crisp apple-skin flavor. It could age well for 1–2 years.",,,87,Burgundy,Auxey-Duresses,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Auxey-Duresses,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-chardonnay-auxey-duresses/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 13.9,Red,US,"This Rhône-style blend of 60% Syrah, 20% Grenache and 20% Mourvèdre is soft and smooth. The fruity, forward palate shows little influence for having aged for 21 months in barrel, and so the flavors tend to be simple. Notes of red berries, red licorice and a dash of cayenne are all found.",Julian,28,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,Upland Estates 2009 Julian Red (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/upland-estates-2009-julian-red-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Upland Estates 14.1,Red,US,"This feels bone dry and tannic, and it has a ripe core of blackberry, mulberry and raisin flavors, with some bitterness on the finish. It is a sturdy wine, and while it's not an ager, it will pair well with rich barbecue.",,32,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Kokomo 2009 Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2009-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2009,Kokomo 13,Red,Italy,"This reveals a piquant touch of vibrant fruit, followed by bright notes of cherry liqueur, cola, pressed violet and almond paste. It is not perfectly nipped and tucked, but it does deliver personality.",Riserva,18,87,Tuscany,Chianti,,L'Oca Ciuca 2008 Riserva (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loca-ciuca-2008-riserva-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2008,L'Oca Ciuca 11.5,White,US,"Ripe yellow-peach and delicate red-berry hints lend a juicy, easygoing fruitiness to this concentrated Riesling. Soft, pink-grapefruit-like acidity and a flash of green herb add freshness to the finish.",Semi Sweet,14,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Spring 2010 Semi Sweet Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-spring-2010-semi-sweet-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Keuka Spring ,Red,France,"A fruity wine, this has exuberant red-berry flavors that suggest this wine can be consumed now. Gentle tannins balance the fine acidity and rich, warm texture.",Les Charmes,,87,Burgundy,Santenay,,Albert Bichot 2010 Les Charmes (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-charmes-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2010,Albert Bichot 13.5,White,Israel,"This wine starts off smelling overly ripe, with sweet orange, yellow apple flesh, peach supreme and juicy melon aromas that flood the bouquet. The mouth is full and round, but a nutty accent adds depth to the palate while medium acidity helps to lift the medium-length close.",Gilgal,16,87,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2009 Gilgal Chardonnay (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2009-gilgal-chardonnay-galilee/,Chardonnay,2009,Golan Heights Winery 13.9,Red,US,"Citrusy acidity gives this dry, silky Pinot Noir a cranberry tartness, which gets the tastebuds whistling. Pair this with lamb, salmon or tuna to help tame the acids.",Andrea La Rue,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Flocchini 2009 Andrea La Rue Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flocchini-2009-andrea-rue-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Flocchini 13,White,Greece,"A nose of peach, spice and citrus notes leads this light and lively white made from Roditis and Sauvignon Blanc. Lean but likeable, it offers a lemon overtone on the palate and a fresh, spicy finish. Pair it with grilled seafood, Thai dishes or cold chicken salads.",Mythic River Sauvignon-Roditis,15,87,Corinth,,,Estate Constantin Gofas 2011 Mythic River Sauvignon-Roditis White (Corinth),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-constantin-gofas-2011-mythic-river-sauvignon-roditis-white-corinth/,White Blend,2011,Estate Constantin Gofas 13.5,Red,Greece,"Fresh and versatile, this Cabernet-Merlot blend offers a balanced interplay of spice, pepper and red fruit notes. The cherry, raspberry, leather and cedar flavors will pair well with tomato-based dishes, grilled meats and stews.",,35,87,Pangeon,,,Estate Biblia Chora 2008 Red (Pangeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-biblia-chora-2008-red-pangeon/,Red Blend,2008,Estate Biblia Chora ,Red,France,"86–88. Barrel sample. This is a very dense and solid wine—structured and hard around the edges. The juicy freshness shows, although reluctantly, giving a wine that is extracted and on the tough side.",Barrel Sample,,87,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion 2012 Barrel Sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carmes-haut-brion-2012-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion 13.5,White,France,"This has a minerally, tense structure as well as green fruit and citrus flavors. As the texture is quite dominant, let this age for two years to allow the opulent fruit to surface.",Bois Seguin,25,87,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Luquet 2011 Bois Seguin (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-luquet-2011-bois-seguin-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Luquet ,Red,France,"86–88. Barrel sample. This is a soft, open wine with light acidity and some balancing tannins. It's a fruity wine that's light in style and finishes with freshness.",Barrel Sample,,87,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Puy Castera 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-puy-castera-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Puy Castera 11.5,White,US,"This is just a bit on the sweet side, but there is plenty of acidity to be found. It's fruity, peachy, succulent and fresh.",Two Vines,8,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Columbia Crest 2011 Two Vines Riesling (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2011-two-vines-riesling-other/,Riesling,2011,Columbia Crest 13.5,Red,US,The Cabernet Franc matches well with the Merlot in this blend. Dark fruits and polished tannins elevate this well-defined wine. It has no frills but plenty of flavor.,Two Vines,8,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2010 Two Vines Merlot-Cabernet (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2010-two-vines-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot-Cabernet,2010,Columbia Crest 14.3,Red,US,"Ripe, flashy raspberry, cherry and red currant flavors abound in this silky Pinot Noir. It has oak-driven notes of buttered toast and wood spice, and while it's not especially complex, and it's not likely to age, it does offer immediate pleasure.",Appellation Series,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cru 2010 Appellation Series Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cru-2010-appellation-series-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Cru 14.5,Red,US,"Benessere has stuck with Sangiovese for many years. This is rich and fruity, and it offers jammy red-fruit, currant and chocolate flavors. Its smooth tannins and softness make it drinkable now.",Estate,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 2009 Estate Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-2009-estate-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,2009,Benessere 13,Red,Italy,"Borgo Scopeto is a consistent producer with a deft hand when it comes to the tricky Sangiovese grape. This Chianti Classico shows clean lines and bright fruit flavors, followed by mouth-cleansing acidity. Balanced and fresh.",,20,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Borgo Scopeto 2009 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-scopeto-2009-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Borgo Scopeto 13.5,White,US,"Light and clean, this Pinot Blanc has layered flavors of flower, pear and mineral. It's a fine choice to pair with Asian fare or to enjoy on its own as an apéritif.",,15,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Saint Gregory 2011 Pinot Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-gregory-2011-pinot-blanc-mendocino-county-166387/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Saint Gregory 13.4,White,US,"Made from fruit sourced from McFadden's certified-organic vineyard, this bright Chardonnay is a zesty mix of kiwi, lime and fig flavors that are layered with acidity.",McFadden Farm,20,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Horse & Plow 2011 McFadden Farm Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horse-plow-2011-mcfadden-farm-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2011,Horse & Plow 13.5,Red,Italy,"Notes of red berry, plum, spice, bay leaf, clove and nutmeg all show on the bouquet. This is balanced, and offers freshness and a menthol note on the finish.",,24,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Volpaia 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-2010-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Volpaia 13.5,Red,Italy,"Prunaio delivers aromas of prune, rum cake and cherry liqueur. The fruit is dark and savory, and there's an aged, almost gritty quality to the mouthfeel.",Prunaio,55,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Viticcio 2008 Prunaio Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticcio-2008-prunaio-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2008,Viticcio 15,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet Franc shows the high alcohol, full body and concentrated power expected from a Rock Wall bottling. It's dry with fuzzy tannins, and it has rich, complex flavors of cherry, red licorice, Canadian bacon, anise and crushed peppercorn. Decant it for a few hours, and enjoy it now with a steak.",Holbrook Mitchell,40,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rock Wall 2010 Holbrook Mitchell Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2010-holbrook-mitchell-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Rock Wall 13,White,Italy,"This crisp and snappy wine shows varietal characteristics of stone fruit, cut grass and pear, backed by a full and generous mouthfeel that speaks of the warm Tuscan sun. Pair this with assorted Chinese dim sum.",Calasole,15,88,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Rocca di Montemassi 2011 Calasole Vermentino (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-montemassi-2011-calasole-italian-white-vermentino-maremma-toscana/,Vermentino,2011,Rocca di Montemassi 14,Red,Italy,"Wines from the Berardenga area in the southern part of the appellation tend to show extracted fruit flavors because of the clay soils and extra heat. Tenuta di Renieri reflects the region, and it offers bright cherry and chocolate notes.",Tenuta di Renieri,20,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Renieri 2009 Tenuta di Renieri (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2009-tenuta-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Renieri 14.5,Red,US,"This Cabernet Sauvignon demonstrates proportionate fruit, acid and barrel components. The only downside, if there is one, is a hint of underripeness, manifested as a whiff of asparagus.",,40,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Reininger 13.5,Red,Italy,"Carmignano is one of the most overlooked appellations in Tuscany, but the work done here with Cabernet Sauvignon and other grapes is worth noting. This blend of 70% Sangiovese, with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, shows red currant, wet earth, leather and dried red-rose notes, backed by dry, gritty tannins.",Il Circo Rosso Riserva,25,88,Tuscany,Carmignano,,Pratesi 2008 Il Circo Rosso Riserva (Carmignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratesi-2008-il-circo-rosso-riserva-red-carmignano/,Red Blend,2008,Pratesi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Based on Sangiovese, with 10% Petit Verdot, this wine shows bright berry flavors, followed by rosemary and spice notes. The fruit is clean and lively. The finish shows firm but polished tannins. Peter Warren Selections & Planet Wine.",Carandelle,25,88,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Podere San Cristoforo 2010 Carandelle (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-san-cristoforo-2010-carandelle-sangiovese-maremma-toscana/,Sangiovese,2010,Podere San Cristoforo 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This is filled with bright, bold cherry fruit, and it will be interesting to see if this wine develops additional complexities with age. Right now, it's a bit one-dimensional, although it does have some pretty nuances of pollen and cocoa on the nose and a silky texture on the palate.",Taylors Pass Vineyard,44,88,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2010 Taylors Pass Vineyard Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2010-taylors-pass-vineyard-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Villa Maria 14.7,Red,US,"Made from Elerding Vineyard fruit, this wine is aged in 100% new oak for 24 months. It's dark and concentrated, and it deals attention-grabbing barrel-derived flavors of dark chocolate, licorice and espresso. The black cherry flavor has the grip and power to handle the barrel influence, but the wine will profit from additional bottle age.",Elerding Vineyard,40,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Seven Bridges 2009 Elerding Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-bridges-2009-elerding-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Seven Bridges 13.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Montepulciano from Castagneto Carducci in coastal Tuscany, this opens with hearty, extracted fruit and masculine aromas of smoked bacon, cassis, blackberry and exotic spice. A touch of sour fruit marks the finish.",Baldoro,24,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Sada 2008 Baldoro Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sada-2008-baldoro-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Sada 12.5,White,Portugal,"Ramos-Pinto's two estates of Bons Aires and Ervamoira provide the grapes for this fruity, smooth-textured white wine. While this selection reflects the warmth of the Douro, it also shows great citrusy freshness and a crisp finish. Ready to drink.",Duas Quintas Reserva Branco,,88,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 2011 Duas Quintas Reserva Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2011-duas-quintas-reserva-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2011,Ramos-Pinto 12.5,Red,France,"Marsannay is a small appellation in the northern end of the Côte de Nuits, and it produces fine rosés as well as light reds. This well-balanced, fruity red is already approachable, and it offers a juiciness that comes from the raspberry and cherry flavors. Keep it for a couple of years, but also try some soon.",,40,88,Burgundy,Marsannay,,Louis Jadot 2010 Marsannay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2010-pinot-noir-marsannay/,Pinot Noir,2010,Louis Jadot 14.9,Red,US,"This is made from fruit that's sourced mostly from Mercer's Spice Cabinet Vineyard in the Horse Heaven Hills, with some Tablas clone Syrah from the Rattlesnake Hills. It's a tasty wine but it seems incomplete. It has a ripe purple-fruit flavor, and it comes with plenty of power, but there's a hole in the middle. The finish kicks in with a splash of molasses.",,41,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ott & Murphy 2009 Petite Sirah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ott-murphy-2009-petite-sirah-columbia-valley-wa/,Petite Sirah,2009,Ott & Murphy ,Red,France,"Grapes sourced from 60-year-old vines have given this structured wine firm tannins and concentration. With its lean edge of acidity, this demands aging in order to bring out the reticent fruitiness.",Vieilles Vignes,,88,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Maison Champy 2010 Vieilles Vignes (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2010-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Maison Champy 13,White,France,"Twelve different parcels provided the grapes to make this Puligny-Montrachet. It's rich and round, and it has a minerally structure and a touch of crisp acidity. The vintage has given a sense of shape to this white- and yellow-fruit-flavored wine. The finish bears a lemon-zest tang.",,65,88,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 14.2,Red,US,"This shows the elegance of Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir. Dry and crisp in acidity, it has complex layers of sour cherry candy, white pepper and sandalwood, plus a touch of green herb. It evolves as it airs in the glass.",Estate,34,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2011 Estate Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2011-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2011,Melville 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a white wine from coastal Tuscany that makes you dream of enjoying a heaping plate of spaghetti con vongole by the seaside. This blend of Vermentino and Viognier is bright and fresh, and it offers lingering tones of citrus and sweet vanilla.",,14,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Giorgio Meletti Cavallari 2011 White (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giorgio-meletti-cavallari-2011-white-bolgheri/,White Blend,2011,Giorgio Meletti Cavallari 14.5,Red,US,"Rich and toasty, this has aromas barrel-dominated aromas and flavors of vanilla and sweet, buttery oak. The underlying wine is strong in cherry and balsam flavors, which are girded by considerable tannins. Pair this with game meats, stews or barbecue to wrestle the structural elements into submission.",Fort Ross Vineyard,40,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fort Ross Winery 2007 Fort Ross Vineyard Pinotage (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fort-ross-2007-vineyard-pinotage-sonoma-coast/,Pinotage,2007,Fort Ross Winery 13.5,White,France,"This is a rich, wood-aged single-vineyard selection that has a balanced toast element, crisp fruit and a taut texture. Acidity currently drives this wine, so give it another year to come into full focus.",Vieilles Vignes,28,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Luquet 2010 Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-luquet-2010-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine Luquet 13.5,Red,Italy,"Black fruit and tobacco notes open the nose of this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Easy yet structured on the palate, this has loads of berry-like freshness and clean acidity. Pair it with lamb.",,,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Ferrari Iris e Figli 2010 Bolgheri,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-iris-e-figli-2010-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Ferrari Iris e Figli 13.5,Red,Italy,"A food-friendly blend of Sangiovese, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc that shows easy but rich and intense fruit flavors of cherry and blackberry, plus a subtle spice note.",Pelofino,20,88,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Fattoria Le Pupille 2010 Pelofino (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-le-pupille-2010-pelofino-red-maremma-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Fattoria Le Pupille ,Red,France,"A fruity style of wine, this has red berry flavors and only touches of structure and tannin. The wine is warm and round, packed with fruit on the finish.",,26,88,Burgundy,Marsannay,,Domaine Sylvain Pataille 2010 Marsannay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sylvain-pataille-2010-pinot-noir-marsannay/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Sylvain Pataille 14,Red,New Zealand,"Although this wine doesn't fit the Marlborough stereotype, it is pretty, delicate and complex. Hints of decaying leaves add an intriguing layer of interest to the peppery strawberry-rhubarb fruit. The tannins are supple enough to suggest drinking this wine over the next few years.",,20,88,Marlborough,,,Eradus 2010 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eradus-2010-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Eradus 14.5,Red,US,"This is surprisingly tough and tannic for a 2007, but it does show the vintage's impressive fruit flavors. Notes of blackberry and cherry jam are complexed by touches of cassis liqueur and smoky cedar. The tannins will need to be tamed by rich, fatty fare, like grilled steak.",,34,88,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Ehret 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehret-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Ehret 13.5,Red,US,"This Pinot Noir has deep flavors of cherry and persimmon, plus a lush application of sweet oak. It has a sandpaper-like mouthfeel, and it might benefit from a few years in a cellar. Otherwise, decant it for a couple hours before serving.",Dutton Ranch,40,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2011 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2011-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Dutton-Goldfield 12,White,US,"Part of a Limited Release series, this is quite dry despite the 12% alcohol. It's lightly spritzy and fragrant of honeysuckle and Jonagold apples. Fresh and lively, this demonstrates excellent balance.",Waussie,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2011 Waussie Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2011-waussie-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2011,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13,White,US,"Ste. Michelle's reliable Pinot Gris has lively, crisp and spritzy qualities, and it boasts flavors of melon and pear. There was 4% Viognier added to the mix, which has contributed a pleasing floral aroma.",,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2011 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2011,Chateau Ste. Michelle ,Red,France,87–89. Barrel sample. This is a ripe and rich wine with delicious tannins and ripe berry fruits. Very forward in style.,Barrel Sample,,88,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Plince 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-plince-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Plince ,Red,France,"87–89. Barrel sample. This is a ripe, soft, plump Merlot from young vines at Petit Village. It is fruity on the palate with touches of chocolate and licorice. Already quite drinkable.",Le Jardin du Petit Village Barrel Sample,,88,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Petit-Village 2012 Le Jardin du Petit Village Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-petit-village-2012-le-jardin-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Petit-Village ,Red,France,"87–89. Barrel sample. This is a warm, open wine that's gently tannic, and likely to age quickly. It has some spice, ripe black plums, and aftertaste that reveals some of its dry structure.",Barrel Sample,,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Caronne Ste Gemme 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-caronne-ste-gemme-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Caronne Ste Gemme ,Red,France,"87–89. Barrel sample. This is a lovely ripe, fruity Merlot with brisk acidity and a lush, smoky character. It's open and generous, but a well-balanced wine.",Fugue de Nenin Barrel Sample,,88,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Nenin 2012 Fugue de Nenin Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nenin-2012-fugue-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Nenin ,Red,France,"87–89. Barrel sample. With an attractive wood character and ripe black fruits, this is a perfumed wine that's warm, ripe, juicy and fruity.",Barrel Sample,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château La Serre 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-serre-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château La Serre 12.5,White,Italy,"Thanks to careful clonal selection, this bright Vermentino shows a pristine quality. It is redolent of pear, peach and honey, and it shows a touch of dried herb on the finish.",Valcolomba,15,88,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Carpineto 2011 Valcolomba Vermentino (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-2011-valcolomba-italian-white-vermentino-maremma-toscana/,Vermentino,2011,Carpineto 14,Red,Italy,"This plump, fruity expression of Merlot from southern Tuscany shows great intensity. It feels soft and velvety smooth, and it offers cherry, chocolate and lightly toasted almond notes on the finish.",Valcolomba,15,88,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Carpineto 2011 Valcolomba (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-2011-valcolomba-merlot-maremma-toscana/,Merlot,2011,Carpineto 14,Red,Italy,"The Gaiole in Chianti area of Chianti Classico tends to produce some of the most traditional and pure expressions of Sangiovese, so Tangano is aged for 18 months in oak to add a spice note and to soften the tannins. The wine opens with prune, dark fruit, leather and tobacco tones.",Tangano,37,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Cantalici L'Antica Fornace di Ridolfo 2008 Tangano Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantalici-lantica-fornace-ridolfo-2008-tangano-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Cantalici L'Antica Fornace di Ridolfo 14.5,White,Italy,"This blend of Chardonnay and Gewürztraminer opens with pungent aromas of peppermint, dried apricot and caramel candy. Loads of honey and yellow fruit flavors follow on the palate, backed by a rich, almost chewy, consistency.",Lunarae,30,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Ceralti 2011 Lunarae White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceralti-2011-lunarae-white-toscana/,White Blend,2011,Ceralti 13.5,Red,Italy,"This bright Chianti Classico offers cherry, forest berry and blue flower notes, backed by touches of wet earth and leather. The palate is smooth and firm, and it has a fresh, almost herbal finish.",,16,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castellare di Castellina 2010 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2010-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Castellare di Castellina 12.5,White,US,"This has been barrel-fermented and aged, yet it retains more than a hint of the grape's natural herbaceousness. Sharp-edged and assertive, it might pass for a Quincy from the Loire Valley.",Reserve,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2011 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2011-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Columbia Crest 13,Red,Italy,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot opens with forest berry and cassis notes, backed by rum cake, leather and tobacco accents. The palate is sharp, tight and streamlined.",,15,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Cipriana 2010 Bolgheri,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cipriana-2010-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Cipriana ,Red,France,There is a touch of minerality in this wine as well as a dry edge and ripe red-fruit flavors that are already attractive. It should be aged at least three years.,Clos de l'Ermitage,,88,Burgundy,Beaune,,Albert Bichot 2010 Clos de l'Ermitage (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-clos-lermitage-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Albert Bichot 13,White,Portugal,"This ripe, fruity wine has a hint of wood, fine acidity, a soft, creamy texture and an attractive burst of lime juice flavor. The finish is warm and rich, marked by good acidity.",Diga? Branco,19,88,Bairrada,,,Campolargo 2010 Diga? Branco White (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campolargo-2010-diga-branco-white-bairrada/,Portuguese White,2010,Campolargo 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Round in the mouth and creamy in texture, this wine's ripe cherry fruit is softly framed by brown sugar, caramel and cinnamon notes. Drink now–2018.",,19,88,Marlborough,,,Cairnbrae 2010 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cairnbrae-2010-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Cairnbrae 13.5,Red,France,"Givry, which is located in the Côte Chalonnaise, produces wines that have warmth and a firm edge. This wine fits the style with its juicy red fruits, ripe tannins and solid, chunky finish. This is not for aging, so drink now.",Les Grandes Vignes Premier Cru,32,88,Burgundy,Givry,,Jaffelin 2010 Les Grandes Vignes Premier Cru (Givry),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2010-grandes-vignes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-givry/,Pinot Noir,2010,Jaffelin 14.3,Red,US,"A blend of 27% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 27% Syrah and 16% Cabernet Franc, this is an accessible wine, with cherry, caramel, chocolate and toast flavors that comprise the heart of the palate. The best guess is to enjoy it now, as it is probably at or near its drinking peak.",Pomatia,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Helix by Reininger 2008 Pomatia Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helix-by-reininger-2008-pomatia-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Helix by Reininger 14,Red,Israel,"Scents of mixed forest berries, red plum, fresh thyme and bay laurel lead the bouquet of this wine, and carry though to the juicy palate. Approachable and enjoyable now, with ripe fruit flavors and a hint of chocolate that stays through the medium-length finish. 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 10% Syrah and 10% Petit Verdot. Mevushal.",The Chosen Diamond,60,88,Galilee,,,Binyamina 2009 The Chosen Diamond Red (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/binyamina-2009-chosen-diamond-red-galilee/,Red Blend,2009,Binyamina ,Red,France,87–89. Barrel sample. An explosion of ripe fruit fills the mouth with deliciously juicy flavors. Black currant and bright acidity combine with soft tannins to give a wine that has an already delicious character.,Barrel Sample,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Barrail Lamarzelle Figeac 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-barrail-lamarzelle-figeac-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Grand Barrail Lamarzelle Figeac ,Red,France,87–89. Barrel sample. This wine is solid and dark with bitter tannins that offer a hard edge to the riper blackberry fruits. A dense wine that has a very dry core.,Barrel Sample,,88,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fourcas Dupré 2012 Barrel Sample (Listrac-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fourcas-dupre-2012-barrel-sample-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Fourcas Dupré 14.6,Red,US,"Can Syrah get any richer than this wine? It has massive flavors of chocolate, licorice, blackberry pie, brown sugar, exotic spice and sandalwood that taste sweet yet finish dry and smooth. The tannins are so thick, you will need steak or lamb to wrestle them to the ground. Drink now–2016.",Colson Canyon Vineyard Clone 7,30,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Brander 2010 Colson Canyon Vineyard Clone 7 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2010-colson-canyon-vineyard-clone-7-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,Brander 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This is a silky, medium-bodied Pinot Noir that's ready to drink. Pleasant cherry fruit is joined by hints of twig and earth, and a touch of mocha emerges on the finish.",,24,88,Canterbury,,,Mt. Beautiful 2011 Pinot Noir (Canterbury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-beautiful-2011-pinot-noir-canterbury/,Pinot Noir,2011,Mt. Beautiful 11.9,White,US,"The lush nose is fragrant of orange blossoms and ripe peaches, and the palate tastes of Meyer lemon, lime and grapefruit. It's a fruit punch of a Riesling—delicious as a chilled sipper.",,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mercer Canyons 2011 Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-canyons-2011-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2011,Mercer Canyons 14,Red,Italy,"This is a special wine that represents an antique and almost nonexistent winemaking practice in Tuscany today. A portion of the Sangiovese grapes are air dried, and the wine is refermented on the dried grapes. As result, it shows great intensity and dried aromas of cassis, prune and tobacco. Bright acidity pulls it together.",Governo All'Uso Toscano,13,88,Tuscany,Chianti,,Melini 2011 Governo All'Uso Toscano (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melini-2011-governo-alluso-toscano-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2011,Melini 11.5,White,US,"Ripe and lush, this off-dry Gewürztraminer shows remarkable balance between its acidity and ripeness. It has abundant rose petal, spice and musk tones, and the exotic spice note intensifies on the midpalate, before extending toward the jasmine-tea-flavored finish.",,20,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,McGregor 2011 Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcgregor-2011-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2011,McGregor 13,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese and Merlot are blended to produce a harmonious, balanced and bright wine that features cherry, spice and toasted almond notes. The palate is soft and velvety, and a touch of richness marks the finish.",Badiola,15,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Mazzei 2010 Badiola Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzei-2010-badiola-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Mazzei 13,Red,Italy,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot opens with aromas of cherry liqueur and cassis, followed by accents of leather and toasted nut. The palate is tight and fresh, and it offers touches of citrus and forest fruit.",Casa al Piano,18,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Antonino Tringali-Casanuova 2010 Casa al Piano (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonino-tringali-casanuova-2010-casa-al-piano-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Antonino Tringali-Casanuova ,White,France,"This is a textured, dense and concentrated selection that has notes of white fruits and white flowers. It's a wine for medium-term aging.",,,88,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Albert Bichot 2010 Savigny-lès-Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-chardonnay-savigny-beaune/,Chardonnay,2010,Albert Bichot ,White,France,"This is a round, generous and ripe wine, with attractive yellow-fruit flavors and finely textured acids. A hint of wood gives an additional complexity.",,,88,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Albert Bichot 2010 Saint-Aubin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2010,Albert Bichot 12,Sparkling,Israel,"Fresh yet rich, this sparkler boasts great balance between the red-apple and orange fruit notes and the toasty, sweet spice accents. Tart but full on the palate, the creamy moussse is countered by bright acidity, followed by a long finish reminiscent of wood-grilled apples.",Gilgal Brut,19,88,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery NV Gilgal Brut Sparkling (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-nv-gilgal-brut-sparkling-galilee/,Sparkling Blend,,Golan Heights Winery 13.9,White,US,"Trading opulence for elegance, this Chardonnay tastes dry and streamlined, with tart acidity. It's spicy, fresh and lithe, and it offers subtle citrus and flower notes.This should develop creamy, nutty tones over the next six years.",Los Alamos Vineyard,34,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,La Fenêtre 2010 Los Alamos Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2010-los-alamos-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2010,La Fenêtre 14.5,White,US,"This has brisk, tingly acidity and rich, toasty new oak flavors, plus mineral and fruit notes. Try this in 2015 as it could become surprisingly complex.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,39,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,La Fenêtre 2010 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2010-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,La Fenêtre 14.1,Red,US,"Inky black in hue, this dry, full-bodied wine has hard tannins and a sweet black-currant flavor, which makes it a great selection to pair with steak. If you drink it now, give it a few hours of decanting.",,36,88,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Kokomo 2010 Malbec (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2010-malbec-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Malbec,2010,Kokomo 13,Red,France,"Earthy, soft and ripe, this wine shows the richness of the vintage. It is full of red plum and red jelly flavors, and the tannins are dusty in the background. The acidity holds it all together, and the finish is juicy and fruity.",,42,88,Burgundy,Volnay,,Jaffelin 2009 Volnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2009-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2009,Jaffelin 13,White,US,"Hints of red berry, blossom and grapefruit are beguiling in this bright, fresh Chardonnay. Dry and surprisingly full bodied, the palate is juicy, with fresh pear and quince flavors that are brightened by a splash of lime-tinged acidity.",,14,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Spring 2010 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-spring-2010-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2010,Keuka Spring 11.7,White,US,Waxy lemon peel and white blossom notes penetrate the nose and palate of this concentrated and structured Riesling. Bold acidity adds a cutting edge to the midpalate before finishing on a zesty lime note.,Dry,14,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lucas Vineyards 2010 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-2010-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Lucas Vineyards 13.5,White,France,"Ripe and full bodied, this has rich plum and apricot flavors and a generous mouthfeel. The acidity and structure make this an intense selection. Drink now, but also age a few bottles for a couple of years.",,65,88,Burgundy,Meursault,,Louis Jadot 2010 Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2010-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2010,Louis Jadot 14.4,Red,US,"Rich and forward in fruit, in the way of Saralee's Pinot Noirs, with savory raspberry and cherry jam, rhubarb pie and spice flavors. It's brisk in acidity and fairly tannic, but light and delicate enough to drink now.",Saralee's Vineyard,45,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lost Canyon 2010 Saralee's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-canyon-2010-saralees-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Lost Canyon 14,Red,Israel,"Brambly blackberry, plum and cherry flesh aromas lead the bouquet of this concentrated wine, and follow straight through to the palate. Creamy and lush, a hint of mocha adds richness to the otherwise fruit-driven finish.",Just,30,88,Galilee,,,Tulip Winery 2011 Just Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tulip-winery-2011-just-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Tulip Winery 14.8,Red,US,"There's nothing shy about this Zinfandel. A kick in the teeth, this exudes the concentrated fruit of Sonoma County's Rockpile area. It has hard tannins, and it's front-loaded with currant, licorice and tobacco flavors. Pair this with intensely-flavored, spicy grilled meats.",Rockpile Road Westphall Ridge Vineyard,40,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rock Wall 2010 Rockpile Road Westphall Ridge Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2010-rockpile-road-westphall-ridge-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Rock Wall ,Red,Italy,"This 50–50 blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon offers impressive balance. It delivers a medley of red fruit, spice, leather, chocolate and tobacco notes. The palate is soft and rich on the finish.",,,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Toscana,,Renzo Masi 2008 Red (Rosso di Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renzo-masi-2008-red-rosso-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Renzo Masi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Bright and fresh, with streamlined and compact fruit, Poggio Teo has the natural acidity to stand up to cheese- or cream-based dishes. It has light dustings of toasted nut and spice that give the palate added dimension.",Poggio Teo,25,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Valiano 2008 Poggio Teo (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valiano-2008-poggio-teo-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Valiano 14,Red,New Zealand,"There aren't many biodynamically grown Pinot Noirs available for such a modest tariff, so this effort, made by the former assistant winemaker at Escarpment, is notable. It features taut, crisp black-cherry fruit along with bits of leather and earth. Drink now and over the next few years, but expect future vintages to show more complexity and longevity as the young vines mature.",,22,88,Wairarapa,,,Urlar 2010 Pinot Noir (Wairarapa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/urlar-2010-pinot-noir-wairarapa/,Pinot Noir,2010,Urlar 12.5,Red,Italy,"This super Tuscan blend has touches of savory spice and smoked meat that give it added sophistication. Notes of bitter almond and sour cherry appear, but are well integrated.",Podere Grattamacco,40,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Collemassari 2011 Podere Grattamacco (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collemassari-2011-podere-grattamacco-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2011,Collemassari ,Red,France,"Made from grapes that were sourced from two parcels, this Pommard is firmly structured, and it shows fine red-fruit flavers that sit under the dark, dense tannins. It has a ripe yet minerally texture.",,,88,Burgundy,Pommard,,Domaine Champy 2010 Pommard,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-champy-2010-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Champy 13,Red,France,"Wood aging has imparted a slight bitterness to the ripe fruit. The juicy red-cherry flavor is melded into the firm tannins, and the finish is bright and round.",Les Morais,43,88,Burgundy,Aloxe-Corton,,Domaine A. Machard de Gramont 2010 Les Morais (Aloxe-Corton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-a-machard-gramont-2010-morais-pinot-noir-aloxe-corton/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine A. Machard de Gramont 11.8,White,US,"Zesty aromas of fresh lemon and tangerine peel add vibrancy to this brisk, dry Riesling. It's elegant and fruity, and it offers loads of crisp green-apple and pear flavors that are accented by dusty minerality. A hint of lime-skin astringency surfaces on the finish.",Dry,13,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fulkerson 2010 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulkerson-2010-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Fulkerson 14.5,White,US,"This wine demonstrates Viognier's exotic side, with flavors of tropical fruit, tangerine, white flower, vanilla, honey and spice. Despite the richness, it's dry and the acidity is mouthwatering. Don't serve this too cold, and pair it with Asian fare that's slightly sweet.",,25,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2011 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2011-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2011,Fess Parker ,Red,Italy,"This riserva shows tertiary aromas of leather and tobacco, behind notes of dried fruit and cassis. Also recognizable are bright tones of licorice and dried ginger that give the wine its lively personality. Drink now.",Le Sentinelle Riserva,24,88,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Fattoria Mantellassi 2007 Le Sentinelle Riserva (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-mantellassi-2007-le-sentinelle-riserva-red-morellino-scansano/,Red Blend,2007,Fattoria Mantellassi 14,Red,Italy,"A nice surprise from the Chianti Colli Senesi wine region, this Sangiovese-based wine is fresh and bright, and it comes with berry aromas that are followed by blue flower and wet earth notes.",,13,88,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Fattoria Del Cerro 2011 Chianti Colli Senesi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-cerro-2011-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,2011,Fattoria Del Cerro 13.5,Red,US,"Dry and tannic, this Cabernet has of ripe flavors of black currant, plum, dark chocolate, licorice and cedar. The texture feels a little jagged, so give it a few hours in a decanter, and drink it now–2016.",Blue Tooth Vineyard,40,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cenay 2010 Blue Tooth Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cenay-2010-blue-tooth-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Cenay 14.5,Red,US,"Big, rich and flashy, this is a wine of fruit-driven power. The notes of cherries, blackberries and currants are strong and jammy, and it's oaky, too. The finish is tannic and dry, so you may want to cellar it for a couple of years.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,65,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Migration 2010 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/migration-2010-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Migration 11.9,White,US,"The new Mercer Canyons label gets off to a good start with this Chardonnay that's low in alcohol and clean. Bracing and leesy, this is definitely European in style, and it offers celery and melon flavors along with palate-refreshing minerality.",,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mercer Canyons 2011 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-canyons-2011-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Mercer Canyons 13,White,Italy,"The Mazzei brothers produce a Vermentino of depth, brightness and persistency. It delivers long-lasting flavors of citrus, peach and orange skin.",Belguardo,17,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Mazzei 2011 Belguardo Vermentino (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzei-2011-belguardo-italian-white-vermentino-toscana/,Vermentino,2011,Mazzei 14.5,Red,New Zealand,"This “white label” blend is broad and lush, and it offers typical Bordeaux-blend aromas and flavors of plum, cassis and cigar box. A mocha note comes through on the softly tannic finish. Drink now and over the next few years.",,29,88,Waiheke Island,,,Man O' War 2009 Merlot-Cabernet (Waiheke Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-o-war-2009-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-waiheke-island/,Merlot-Cabernet,2009,Man O' War 13.9,White,US,"A blend of Marsanne and Grenache Blanc, with a dribble of Roussanne, this offers fruit that falls on the cool side of tropical. It has fine balance and length.",Boushey Vineyard L'Entente Blanc,27,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Ott & Murphy 2011 Boushey Vineyard L'Entente Blanc White (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ott-murphy-2011-boushey-vineyard-lentente-blanc-white-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rhône-style White Blend,2011,Ott & Murphy 13.5,Red,France,"A dense, firm selection, this has layers of red fruits and acids that help to give the wine's skeleton some flesh. This is likely to develop into a rich, but always firm, wine.",,65,88,Burgundy,Pommard,,Louis Jadot 2010 Pommard,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2010-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2010,Louis Jadot 13,White,France,"This wine has a crisp, steely texture. The apple and citrus flavors and the wood underlay make this a food-friendly selection.",,35,88,Burgundy,Saint-Romain,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Saint-Romain,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-chardonnay-saint-romain/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 13.9,White,US,"A new wine for Nottingham, this is a crisp, textured Viognier. Apricot and orange notes meld with a whiff of jasmine on the nose.",,28,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Nottingham Cellars 2011 Viognier (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nottingham-cellars-2011-viognier-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Viognier,2011,Nottingham Cellars 14.1,White,US,"This has a rich note of caramel, plus undertones of baked apple and tropical fruit. The acidity is keen and the finish is long, with vanilla and butter notes. It's aged in 40% new French oak, and it has the roundness to show for it.",Fraser-Howard Vineyard,32,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Nottingham Cellars 2011 Fraser-Howard Vineyard Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nottingham-cellars-2011-fraser-howard-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Nottingham Cellars 14,White,Italy,"Plump and generous, this Chardonnay shows a ripe peach aroma, with honey and vanilla cream notes. The warmth and fullness of this wine recall the Tuscan sun.",Donna di Valiano,15,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria di Valiano 2011 Donna di Valiano Chardonnay (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-valiano-2011-donna-chardonnay-toscana/,Chardonnay,2011,Fattoria di Valiano 14.5,Red,US,"Sweet and savory, this has flavors of red cherry tart, red currant, licorice, cola, smoky sandalwood and baking spice. It's a lovely wine for drinking now. Made from the classic Bordeaux varieties, this shows real sophistication and elegance.",Anthology,55,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 2009 Anthology Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2009-anthology-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Conn Creek 13.5,Red,US,"The Grand Estates Cabernet is a real strength in the lineup, which falls between the Two Vines and H3 bottlings in terms of affordability. This is loaded with vanilla as well as a big whiff of clove. The cassis flavor is substantial, and the wine retains an authoritative firmness because of its well-hewn tannins.",Grand Estates,12,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2010 Grand Estates Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2010-grand-estates-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Columbia Crest 14.5,Red,US,"This wine incorporates fruit from Klipsun, Cold Creek and the estate vineyard (among others). It's the first time grapes from Col Solare's vineyard have been included in the blend. It bears ripe black-cherry and cassis flavors, and it has the acid-tannin balance that will allow it to evolve. At the moment, the finish seems unresolved, and it turns chalky.",Red Table Wine,70,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Col Solare 2009 Red Table Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-solare-2009-red-table-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Col Solare 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This chunky, beefy Pinot Noir offers plenty of flavor for a realistic price. Hints of smoke, violet and tomato leaf add complexity to the black cherry fruit. The finish is long and lightly dusted with tannins. Drink now.",,15,88,Marlborough,,,Clifford Bay Estate 2010 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clifford-bay-estate-2010-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Clifford Bay Estate 14.5,White,Israel,"Fresh, vibrant and attractive, this Viognier boasts forward aromas of ripe melon, lychee, honeysuckle florals and soft sweet spice. Medium weight, but clean and balanced, with medium acidity and a hint of clementine, which lifts the rich fruit flavors. The floral accents shine through on the finish.",Yiron Vineyard,15,88,Upper Galilee,,,Galil Mountain 2011 Yiron Vineyard Viognier (Upper Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galil-mountain-2011-yiron-vineyard-viognier-upper-galilee/,Viognier,2011,Galil Mountain 15.5,Red,Israel,"Spicy aromas of licorice, menthol, vanilla sauce and sweet wood frame the brambly-berry fruit center of this Cabernet-Merlot blend. Berry-preserve flavors are more pronounced on the palate, with its lush, round mouthfeel, and assorted spice flavors on the finish. Drink now–2015.",Yiron,26,88,Galilee,,,Galil Mountain 2009 Yiron Red (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galil-mountain-2009-yiron-red-galilee/,Red Blend,2009,Galil Mountain 14.5,Red,Italy,"Invetro is sealed with a reusable glass cork that helps to lock in the overall freshness of the wine. The blend is Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, and the pretty fruit flavors are round, rich and velvety.",Invetro,18,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Renieri 2010 Invetro Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2010-invetro-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Renieri 13,White,Israel,"Forward aromas and flavors of yellow apple, peach flesh and orange rind lead this wine, with secondary highlights of oaky spice and toast that add depth to the palate. The mouthfeel is round and filling, with fresh acidity and a medium-length finish.",,17,88,Galilee,,,Recanati 2011 Chardonnay (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2011-chardonnay-galilee/,Chardonnay,2011,Recanati 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Red fruits are what drive this easy, fragrant wine. The tannins play a supporting role, which gives the berry flavors structure. A blend from two Douro estates, this attractive selection will be ready to drink in a year.",Duas Quintas,15,88,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 2010 Duas Quintas Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2010-duas-quintas-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Ramos-Pinto 14.8,White,US,"Aged in stainless steel, this Viognier bears pure, rich flavors of orange, lemon, peach and honeysuckle that are brightened by crisp acidity.",,24,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Jorian Hill 2010 Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jorian-hill-2010-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2010,Jorian Hill 13.5,Red,Italy,"This youthful blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon opens with fruity tones of cherry, raspberry and blueberry. The freshness of the fruit sets this wine apart and makes it easy to drink.",Ferruggini,,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Giovanni Chiappini 2011 Ferruggini (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovanni-chiappini-2011-ferruggini-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2011,Giovanni Chiappini 14,Red,Italy,"The bouquet of this blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon shows a pungent note of fresh blackberry, followed by accents of rum cake and spice. It's a firm wine, with sweet-tasting fruit.",Felciaino,,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Giovanni Chiappini 2011 Felciaino (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovanni-chiappini-2011-felciaino-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2011,Giovanni Chiappini 12,White,Hungary,"Aromatic of honeysuckle, fresh orange peel and rye, this dry Tokaj has all the waxy, honeyed characteristics of its sweet counterparts. This is brisk, with intense, lemony acidity and rippling minerality.",Sec,20,88,Tokaj,,,Királyudvar 2010 Sec Furmint (Tokaj),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiralyudvar-2010-sec-other-white-furmint-tokaj/,Furmint,2010,Királyudvar 13.9,White,US,"With its keen acidity and mineral-dominated flavors, this currently tastes a bit austere. It also has a core of orange, apricot and mango flavors that are sweetened by oak. Don't drink it too cold, and allow it to breathe before consuming.",,31,88,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Keenan 2011 Chardonnay (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-2011-chardonnay-napa-spring-mountain/,Chardonnay,2011,Keenan 13,Sparkling,US,"A blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, this has citrus, raspberry, toast, vanilla and yeast flavors. The texture scours, with big, edgy bubbles and lots of acidity. Drink now.",Brut,25,88,California,North Coast,Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma,Halyard NV Brut Sparkling (Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/halyard-nv-brut-sparkling-north-coast-napa-mendocino-sonoma/,Sparkling Blend,,Halyard ,Red,France,"87–89. Barrel sample. Jammy in character—perhaps attributable to the 26% of Petit Verdot in the blend—this wine is soft and smooth, but already developing well.",Tronquoy de Sainte-Anne Barrel Sample,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Tronquoy-Lalande 2012 Tronquoy de Sainte-Anne Barrel Sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tronquoy-lalande-2012-sainte-anne-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Tronquoy-Lalande ,Red,France,"87–89. Barrel sample. This is a firm, extracted wine that's hard-edged and needing some signs of fruit. Very dry and austere, chocolate and bitter-coffee notes dominate.",Barrel Sample,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Tour de Pez 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-pez-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Tour de Pez 13,Red,Italy,"Made from organically farmed fruit and aged for eight months in oak barrels, this dark, opulent blend is comprised of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, plus a tiny amount of Petit Verdot. Ripe fruit, blackberry jam and cured meat flavors are enhanced by thickly textured tannins.",Carlo Baccheschi Berti,,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Vicarello 2007 Carlo Baccheschi Berti Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-vicarello-2007-carlo-baccheschi-berti-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Castello di Vicarello 13.5,Red,Italy,"This estate makes two riservas. One bottling has a small addition of Cabernet Sauvignon, while this one includes 5% Merlot. As a result, this shows added cherry freshness, although it is a bit austere, and it concludes with notes of leather, tobacco and cured meat.",Riserva,30,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Viticcio 2008 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticcio-2008-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Viticcio 13,Red,US,"Made in honor of the city of Walla Walla's 150th anniversary, this so-called sesquicentennial blend includes 71% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Carmenère and 5% Sangiovese. It's innovative, but unless you really like the vegetal aspects of Carmenère, you may find that the dried leaf, bark and forest floor flavors are overwhelming. Along with all of those notes comes a core of strawberry preserves.",,50,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Foundry Vineyards 2009 Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foundry-vineyards-2009-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2009,Foundry Vineyards ,White,France,"The fruit used to make this blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc was sourced from a number of parcels in Marsannay. It's structured, fruity and perfumed, and it has citrusy acidity.",,,88,Burgundy,Marsannay,,Domaine Bruno Clair 2010 Marsannay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bruno-clair-2010-sparkling-chardonnay-pinot-blanc-marsannay/,Chardonnay-Pinot Blanc,2010,Domaine Bruno Clair 14.4,Red,US,"With its savory black-pepper spiciness, this blend will stand up to spicy foods, such as peppered steaks or beef tacos. It's a bone dry wine, with strong but pliant tannins. Drink now.",The Immigrant,40,88,California,Central Coast,Paicines,Donati Family Vineyard 2010 The Immigrant Red (Paicines),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donati-2010-immigrant-red-central-coast-paicines/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Donati Family Vineyard ,Red,France,"87–89. Barrel sample. This ripe wine is attractively fruity, showing acidity, soft tannins and a smooth and juicy black-currant aftertaste.",Barrel Sample,,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Belle-Vue 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belle-vue-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Belle-Vue ,Red,France,"87–89. Barrel sample. With remarkable density and solid tannins, this is a firm wine that's dry and solid. It's likely to age well.",Barrel Sample,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château de Fonbel 2012 Barrel Sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fonbel-2012-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château de Fonbel 13.5,Red,Lebanon,"Enticing whiffs of spice, dried herb and ripe, briary berries emerge from this rich, structured wine. The fruit on the palate is lavish, almost pulpy, but it's framed by lush tannins and brisk acidity. The finish is herbal and bracing.",Gaston Hochar,51,88,Bekaa Valley,,,Château Musar 2004 Gaston Hochar Red (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-musar-2004-gaston-hochar-red-bekaa-valley/,Red Blend,2004,Château Musar ,Red,France,"87–89. Barrel sample. Spicy wood comes through strongly, giving this wine a bitterness that's contrasted with intense acidity and tart black-currant flavors.",Barrel Sample,,88,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Monbrison 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-monbrison-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Monbrison 14,Red,US,"There's not a lot of old-vine Grenache in California, so this Horse & Plow selection made from Testa Vineyard fruit is worth the hunt. It's a bright, food-friendly wine, and it offers light layers of raspberry and violet flavors.",Testa Vineyard Old Vine,27,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Horse & Plow 2011 Testa Vineyard Old Vine Grenache (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horse-plow-2011-testa-vineyard-old-vine-grenache-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Grenache,2011,Horse & Plow 13,White,US,"Redolent of intense grapefruit and pineapple, this is a classy, fruit-driven single-vineyard Sauvignon Blanc. Although this is aged entirely in stainless steel, there is a hint of cracker on the finish.",Bacchus Vineyard,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2011 Bacchus Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2011-bacchus-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Arbor Crest 13.5,Red,Lebanon,"Notes of ripe red berries and plums permeate the nose and palate of this bold, concentrated blend of Cinsault, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. It has a rich texture, and it offers a flurry of soft tannins and hints of spice and graham cracker that linger on the finish.",Musar Jeune,22,88,Bekaa Valley,,,Château Musar 2010 Musar Jeune Red (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-musar-2010-jeune-red-bekaa-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Château Musar 10.5,Red,Hungary,"Intensely aromatic, this has scents of honey, caramel and dried savory herbs. It is a penetrating Tokaj that has a herbaceous tone. The palate is rich and creamy, and it offers characteristic flavors of tropical fruit, beeswax and flower, swathed by hints of lavender and sage.",5 Puttonyos Aszú,30,88,Tokaji,,,Château Hellha 2007 5 Puttonyos Aszú (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-hellha-2007-5-puttonyos-aszu-white-blend-tokaji-tokaji/,Tokaji,2007,Château Hellha 13,Red,Portugal,"Baga can be a shock to the palate because of its tannins. But this wine seems to have fruitiness to offset the intense, dry texture. It shows black currant and herb flavors, which come laden with spice on the finish.",Tinto,23,88,Bairrada,,,Campolargo 2010 Tinto Baga (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campolargo-2010-tinto-portuguese-red-baga-bairrada/,Baga,2010,Campolargo 14.5,Red,Italy,"Tones of leather, tobacco and wild mushroom are followed by accents of ripe fruit and blackberry preserves. Notes of rum cake, licorice and Indian spice give complexity to this blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.",Campo al Mare,65,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Campo al Mare 2010 Campo al Mare (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-al-mare-2010-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Campo al Mare 12.5,Red,Portugal,"A blend of Touriga Nacional and Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a firm, tannic wine, with juicy fruit and black-currant-like acidity that lends freshness. Wood influence shows subtly through the forward fruitiness. Age this three years or more.",Reserva,,88,Tejo,,,Casal do Conde 2011 Reserva Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casal-conde-2011-reserva-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2011,Casal do Conde 14,Red,Italy,"Soft, round and pleasurable, this Syrah-Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon blend would pair well with pastas or roasts. Bright cherry and blackberry flavors are followed by subtle leather and spice accents. The mouthfeel is fresh and fruity.",Moreccio,49,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Casa di Terra 2011 Moreccio (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-terra-2011-moreccio-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2011,Casa di Terra 13,Red,Italy,"This wine is based on Sangiovese, with a tiny splash of Cabernet Sauvignon, and it's aged for 12 months in old and new oak barrels. It shows a savory side, with notes of candied fruit, prune, raisin and smoked meat. Drink now.",Lucius Riserva,40,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Viticcio 2008 Lucius Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticcio-2008-lucius-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Viticcio 14,Red,Italy,"Gherardino offers tight fruit nuances of forest berry, white cherry and cranberry, wrapped within generous tones of almond, wet earth and blue flower. It's an easy-drinking Sangiovese, with bright acids on the finish.",Gherardino,20,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Vignamaggio 2010 Gherardino (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-vignamaggio-2010-gherardino-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Villa Vignamaggio 14.1,White,US,"This is a complex Chardonnay, with flavors of honey, tangerine, apricot and toffee that are balanced by the crisp, citrusy acidity.",Block Collection Water Bend,18,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2010 Block Collection Water Bend Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2010-block-collection-water-bend-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Geyser Peak 14,Red,Italy,"Fresh and youthful, this opens with cherry and blackberry scents. It shows firm tannins and good structure on the finish. The blend is 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Zizzolo,15,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Fornacelle 2011 Zizzolo (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fornacelle-2011-zizzolo-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2011,Fornacelle 15,Red,Israel,"Solid herbal notes of fresh thyme and bay leaf lead the nose of this Merlot, but are supported by a core of ripe dark fruit. Accents of vanilla bean and licorice root add depth to the medium-full mouthfeel. The texture is round, yet structured with fine tannins, while the finish boasts a decadent mocha touch.",Reserve,65,88,Galilee,,,Flam 2010 Reserve Merlot (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flam-2010-reserve-merlot-galilee/,Merlot,2010,Flam 13,White,Greece,"This wine starts with a refined nose of lemon, peach and flower notes. The palate is lively and balanced, and it offers ripe citrus flavors, buoyed by spice and flint notes. An expressive medium-bodied white with style.",,22,88,Cephalonia,,,Gentilini 2010 Robola (Cephalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gentilini-2010-greek-white-robola-cephalonia/,Robola,2010,Gentilini ,Red,Italy,"Morellino di Scansano is the perfect wine to pair with Italian dishes like ricotta-filled ravioli in meat sauce or fettuccine with porcini. It shows soft cherry and blackberry aromas, plus bright acids and spicy endnotes.",Poggio Etrusco,19,88,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Fattoria Mantellassi 2010 Poggio Etrusco (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-mantellassi-2010-poggio-etrusco-red-morellino-scansano/,Red Blend,2010,Fattoria Mantellassi 13,White,Italy,"This white wine (Colombana and Vermentino grapes in equal measures) shows bright aromas of stone fruits, backed by a touch of drying mineral. The palate is fresh and clean, with good density.",Fonte delle Donne,20,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria Fibbiano 2011 Fonte delle Donne White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-fibbiano-2011-fonte-delle-donne-white-toscana/,White Blend,2011,Fattoria Fibbiano 13.5,Red,Italy,"This vintage of Vino Nobile shows lots of fresh acidity, but it has little fruit to soften the cut. It feels slender and crisp, and it shows a light berry flavor, veiled by mild spice and leather notes.",Riserva,40,88,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Fattoria Del Cerro 2008 Riserva (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-cerro-2008-riserva-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2008,Fattoria Del Cerro 12.5,White,US,"Despite having 12.5% alcohol, the palate impression is not sweet. Instead, it's bright and tangy, with flavors of citrus pulp and citrus rind. Notes of orange and tangerine dominate the bright, bracing finish.",,18,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Hedgeline 2011 Riesling (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedgeline-2011-riesling-other/,Riesling,2011,Hedgeline 13,Red,Italy,"A blend of Sangiovese and Merlot, this shows great balance and loads of food-friendly nuances of cherry, spice and chocolate. Bright acidity keeps the palate refreshed.",Badiola,15,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Mazzei 2011 Badiola Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzei-2011-badiola-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2011,Mazzei 14,Red,Italy,"A bright note of fresh cherry appears at the start, but it slowly gives way to plum and dark fruit notes, plus spice and moist tobacco touches. This fresh wine would pair beautifully with pepperoni pizza.",,18,88,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Mocali 2010 Morellino di Scansano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2010-red-morellino-scansano/,Red Blend,2010,Mocali 14.2,Red,US,"A sweet scent of violet greets you first, along with a primary purple-fruit note. It's made in a forward, fruity style, and it offers finishing notes of anise and coffee liqueur.",Ex Umbris,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Owen Roe 2010 Ex Umbris Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owen-roe-2010-ex-umbris-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2010,Owen Roe 13,White,France,"Montagny produces wines that have a warm, southern feel. This full-bodied wine is packed with flavors of yellow fruits, and it offers ripe acidity and a touch of toast. The finish shows a limestone-like minerality.",Premier Cru,,88,Burgundy,Montagny,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Premier Cru (Montagny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-premier-cru-chardonnay-montagny/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 15.5,Red,Italy,"A great pairing partner to pizzas or cheesy pastas, Tribolo has the high acidity and alcohol to wash your palate clean of fatty foods. It ends with bright notes of cherry, cassis and cola.",Tribolo,27,88,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Poggio Stenti 2009 Tribolo (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-stenti-2009-tribolo-sangiovese-montecucco/,Sangiovese,2009,Poggio Stenti 13.5,Red,Italy,"Ripe cherry and blackberry notes open the bouquet of this fresh Sangiovese. The wine's crisp, slender mouthfeel would pair well with cheesy lasagnas or grilled meats.",Chorum,20,88,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Pieve Vecchia 2010 Chorum (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieve-vecchia-2010-chorum-sangiovese-montecucco/,Sangiovese,2010,Pieve Vecchia 15,Red,New Zealand,"This medium- to full-bodied Pinot Noir displays toasted cedar, vanilla bean and chocolaty espresso notes, which are all layered over a modicum of plummy fruit. It's oaky but satisfying—a Pinot Noir for Cabernet lovers. Drink now.",Icon,22,88,Marlborough,,,Nobilo 2010 Icon Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nobilo-2010-icon-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Nobilo 13.7,Red,US,"Chuck Reininger sources the fruit for this wine from what is arguably the best site in the Walla Walla Valley. The wine does not shy away from the herbal aspect for which Carmenère is known, but the stemminess is mitigated thanks to the influence of new French oak. A cherry candy note consolidates the flavors on the medium-long finish.",Seven Hills Vineyard,47,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 2008 Seven Hills Vineyard Carmenère (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-2008-seven-hills-vineyard-carmenere-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Carmenère,2008,Reininger 11.5,White,US,"Off-dry and balanced, this wine exudes floral and spicy aromas. It has a citrus highlight and a rose petal scent. A total of 65,000 cases were produced.",,9,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2011 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2011-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Chateau Ste. Michelle ,Red,France,"87–89. Barrel sample. With firm tannins along with acidity and freshness, this is a lively, smoky wine, finishing with intense juicy acidity.",La Chapelle de Potensac Barrel Sample,,88,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Potensac 2012 La Chapelle de Potensac Barrel Sample (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potensac-2012-chapelle-barrel-sample-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Potensac 13,White,France,"This wine's fresh, fragrant fruit comes with a steely blade of acidity and minerality. It is just beginning to show its concentration, and the citrus and white peach flavors are starting to develop.",Fourchaume Premier Cru,60,88,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Vrignaud 2011 Fourchaume Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vrignaud-2011-fourchaume-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Vrignaud 14.5,Red,US,"This wide-open, flavorful wine is lifted by accents of tobacco and cocoa that sit above the light and pretty cherry flavor. The finish is laden with a mocha note, which provides a pleasing conclusion.",H3,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Columbia Crest 2010 H3 Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2010-h3-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Columbia Crest 13.5,Red,Italy,"Aged in stainless steel, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Syrah emits ripe aromas of dark fruit, brown sugar and molasses. Notes of honey and cherry appear on the finish.",Digià,18,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Batzella 2010 Digià (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/batzella-2010-digia-bolgheri-166979/,Red Blend,2010,Batzella ,White,Italy,"Viognier and Vermentino spend some time in both stainless steel and oak, which gives this blend fresh aromas and a creamy palate. Stone fruit, apricot, honey and white flower notes are accompanied by mildly spicy overtones.",Mezzodì,23,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Batzella 2007 Mezzodì White (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/batzella-2007-mezzodi-white-bolgheri/,White Blend,2007,Batzella 13,White,US,"The blend in 2011 includes five different white Rhône grapes: Viognier, Roussanne, Marsanne, Picpoul and Grenache Blanc. It's a sharp-edged wine, with obvious fruit-skin flavors. Citrus and pineapple notes resolve on the finish, which has a touch of bitterness.",Subduction White,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Syncline 2011 Subduction White White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2011-subduction-white-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style White Blend,2011,Syncline 13.3,White,US,"Out of Syncline's lineup of pure, varietal white Rhône-style wines, the Marsanne may be the most complete. It deals melon and Mandarin orange flavors, which are set amidst light, floral notes and supporting acids. Round and balanced, this is drinking quite well now, and it can be kept for another 2–3 years.",Boushey Vineyard,26,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Syncline 2011 Boushey Vineyard Marsanne (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2011-boushey-vineyard-marsanne-columbia-valley-yakima/,Marsanne,2011,Syncline 13,Rose,Italy,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, this wine offers intense aromas of raspberry, cherry and almond paste. The mouthfeel's density would pair with baccalà or white meat.",Poggio ai Ginepri,17,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta Argentiera 2011 Poggio ai Ginepri Rosato (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-argentiera-2011-poggio-ai-ginepri-rose-rosato-bolgheri/,Rosato,2011,Tenuta Argentiera 15.3,Red,US,"This was fermented using dried Sangiovese and Barbera grapes, which were sourced from the Ciel du Cheval Vineyard on Red Mountain. Smooth and spicy, it has sweet tomato, red apple and Italian herb flavors, supported by firm acids.",Seccopassa,45,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tre Nova 2008 Seccopassa Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-nova-2008-seccopassa-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Tre Nova 13,White,Greece,"Apricot, citrus and honey notes lead this impressive Viognier from Greece. On the palate, it shows good balance of white fruit, flower and pineapple notes. An elegant and unique selection.",Cuvée Larsinos,21,88,Peloponnese,,,Skouras 2010 Cuvée Larsinos Viognier (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skouras-2010-cuvee-larsinos-viognier-peloponnese/,Viognier,2010,Skouras 14,Red,Greece,"Violet, black fruit and cedar notes lead this poised red. The palate is plush, but finishes clean and dry. Subtle, clean and focused, it's a good wine to savor alone or with steak.",Uranos,35,88,Naoussa,,,Thymiopoulos 2008 Uranos Xinomavro (Naoussa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thymiopoulos-2008-uranos-greek-red-xinomavro-naoussa/,Xinomavro,2008,Thymiopoulos 14,Red,Italy,"This offers a base of bright cherry flavor, followed by light tobacco and spice tones. Pair this with grilled lamb chops or roasted pork rolls.",Tempo,16,88,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Terre di Talamo 2010 Tempo (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-talamo-2010-tempo-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2010,Terre di Talamo 14.1,Red,US,"This Pinot is rich and dense in rustic cherry and red currant flavors. It also feels quite warm in alcohol, which makes it almost taste like Grenache. Drink it over the next six years.",Solomon Hills VIneyard,45,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Summerland 2009 Solomon Hills VIneyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summerland-2009-solomon-hills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Summerland 14,Red,New Zealand,"Seresin's 2009 Leah is already mature. An evolved, earthy aroma of fresh compost adds a layer of interest to the pretty cherry fruit. As the name suggests, this is a delicate, feminine style, with silky tannins and restrained weight. Drink now.",Leah,32,88,Marlborough,,,Seresin 2009 Leah Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seresin-2009-leah-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2009,Seresin 14.6,Red,US,"This bottling from John Tyler has been variable over the years. The 2009 offering is dry, silky and crisp, and it bears pleasant red currant, sour cherry candy and persimmon flavors. Drink now–2015.",Bacigalupi Vineyard,45,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,John Tyler 2009 Bacigalupi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/john-tyler-2009-bacigalupi-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,John Tyler 13,Red,France,"This wine is chunky and firm, and its lively red fruit brings freshness. With its dry core and touch of toast on the finish, this could age for a couple of years.",,55,88,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Jaffelin 2010 Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2010-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2010,Jaffelin 13,White,France,"Ripe and fruity, this wine has a full, rich texture, with apple and peach flavors and a toast note. On the finish, there is a citrus-like character from the refreshing acidity. Ready to drink, but it can be cellared for a year.",,50,88,Burgundy,Meursault,,Jaffelin 2010 Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2010-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2010,Jaffelin 14,Red,Italy,"The Uccellina Nature Reserve is one of Italy's most beautiful parks. In the spirit of this territory, La Selva is a spicy, sun-ripened wine, with black fruit and prune notes. The tannins of this organic selection are smooth and soft.",Colli dell'Uccellina,26,88,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,La Selva 2008 Colli dell'Uccellina (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selva-2008-colli-delluccellina-red-morellino-scansano/,Red Blend,2008,La Selva 13,Red,Italy,"Forward notes of black fruit and cherry are followed by touches of white almond and rum cake. This oak-aged blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Merlot, Teroldego and Syrah is tangy and fresh.",,25,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Michele Satta 2010 Bolgheri,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-satta-2010-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Michele Satta 13.9,Red,US,"A bit of leather and barnyard marks this Cabernet Sauvignon's nose, but it does not mask the plum and black cherry notes. The finish is layered with dark chocolate and espresso flavors.",,17,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Mercer Canyons 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-canyons-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Mercer Canyons 14,Red,Italy,"Made from organic fruit, this wine offers luscious cherry and blackberry flavors that arrive in thick, opulent layers. A veil of plush richness covers the palate.",Tuforosso,12,88,Tuscany,Maremma,,Sassotondo 2011 Tuforosso (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sassotondo-2011-tuforosso-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2011,Sassotondo ,White,France,"Like a baby Meursault, this is a a rich, plump wine that's full of yellow fruit. The acidity is soft, yet lively enough to give the palate an attractive, citrus-like edge. The finish brings out cinnamon, vanilla and warm fruit flavors.",,,88,Burgundy,Auxey-Duresses,,Maison Champy 2010 Auxey-Duresses,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2010-chardonnay-auxey-duresses/,Chardonnay,2010,Maison Champy 13.8,Red,US,"Tough and tightly wound, this wine is currently marked by acids and tannins. It may lack immediate generosity, but it does offer underlying elegance. Decanting helps mellow the cherry and cola flavors. This will pair well with steak.",Las Brisas Vineyard,38,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mahoney 2010 Las Brisas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahoney-2010-las-brisas-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Mahoney 13.8,Red,US,"This shows a dry, leathery flavor, plus notes of sour cherry candy, mineral and cola. There are also oak-derived tones of caramel and vanilla. The mouthfeel is tart and tannic, but it's also elegant. Let this Pinot Noir decant, which will help it mellow.",Estate,28,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mahoney 2010 Estate Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahoney-2010-estate-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Mahoney 14.5,Red,US,"This is tart—like a squeeze of lime was added to the wine. The acids brighten the raspberry and persimmon flavors to give this Pinot Noir a mouth-watering quality. The acidity is characteristic of the cool vintage and the vineyard's location, which is in the cool southwestern part of the valley. Drink now–2015.",Whitton Vineyard,45,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lost Canyon 2010 Whitton Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-canyon-2010-whitton-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Lost Canyon 14.1,White,US,"Syncline's winemaker James Mantone is putting out a fascinating lineup of single-vineyard 100%-varietal wines from unusual grapes like Grenache Blanc. Lime and grapefruit scents and flavors are evident, along with light Asian pear and jicama highlights. The cool vintage emphasizes a gin-like botanical flavor. This is a balanced effort, with a medium-long finish.",Boushey Vineyard,26,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Syncline 2011 Boushey Vineyard Grenache Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2011-boushey-vineyard-other-white-grenache-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Grenache Blanc,2011,Syncline 14.8,Red,US,"Rich black-cherry, currant, licorice, spice and sandalwood flavors abound in this dry Merlot. It's pretty tannic, with a gum-sticking astringency. It's unlikely that this will age well, so drink it now, after decanting, and pair it with rich meats.",,38,88,California,Napa,Oakville,Swanson 2009 Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-2009-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,2009,Swanson 14.4,Red,US,"This is a balanced Zinfandel, and it offers elegant acids and burly red and black fruits. It's a structured effort, and it emits a subtle spice character. This will pair well with foods like pizza and pasta.",,20,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Navarro 2010 Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2010-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2010,Navarro 14.3,Red,US,"This wine combines ripe raspberry and cherry flavors with sweet, smoky oak tones. A wine to drink now, it shows classic Russian River acidity, and it bears a minerally, salty profile that lends structural elegance.",,32,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Siduri 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Siduri 13.4,White,US,"Fleshy and fruity, fresh and full bodied, this generous wine offers scents of orange peel and citrus, and the palate exudes ripe flavors of grapefruit, lime and a hint of melon.",,8,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2011-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Snoqualmie 13,Red,Italy,"Chalky and dry on the nose, with notes of mineral and forest berry, this Sangiovese-based wine would make a perfect companion to Mediterranean dishes, meat appetizers or pastas in rich, creamy sauces. Peter Warren Selections & Planet Wine.",Amaranto,19,88,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Podere San Cristoforo 2010 Amaranto (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-san-cristoforo-2010-amaranto-sangiovese-maremma-toscana/,Sangiovese,2010,Podere San Cristoforo 12.5,Red,Italy,"This Sangiovese-based wine offers aromas of forest berry, cherry, red rose and rusty earth. The fresh acidity makes for a bright mouthfeel. Peter Warren Selections & Planet Wine.",Amaranto,,88,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Podere San Cristoforo 2009 Amaranto (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-san-cristoforo-2009-amaranto-sangiovese-maremma-toscana/,Sangiovese,2009,Podere San Cristoforo 12.5,White,Slovenia,"Intensely green and herbal on the nose, this has penetrating flavors of gooseberry, lavender, mint and grass. This Sauvignon Blanc, which was aged for two years in French barrique, is textural, with its hints of green-tea-like tannin.",,30,88,Brda,,,Movia 2010 Sauvignon (Brda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/movia-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-brda/,Sauvignon,2010,Movia 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Cabernet Sauvignon shows a dark fruit aroma, with an herbal note at the back. It has a smooth texture and medium intensity, and it would stand up to pork or roast turkey and gravy.",Macchion del Lupo,25,88,Tuscany,Montescudaio,,Marchesi Ginori Lisci 2009 Macchion del Lupo Cabernet Sauvignon (Montescudaio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-ginori-lisci-2009-macchion-lupo-cabernet-sauvignon-montescudaio/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Marchesi Ginori Lisci 15,Red,Italy,"An 85-15 blend of Merlot and Sangiovese, this oak-aged selection shows bright cherry and blackberry notes, backed by chocolate, leather and mild spice accents. The round, supple mouthfeel would pair well with grilled lamb kebabs.",Campordigno,15,88,Tuscany,Montescudaio,,Marchesi Ginori Lisci 2009 Campordigno Red (Montescudaio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-ginori-lisci-2009-campordigno-red-montescudaio/,Red Blend,2009,Marchesi Ginori Lisci 14.4,Red,US,"Ripe and extracted, this wine has cherry tart and Dr. Pepper flavors. The mouthfeel is light-bodied and silky, with bright acidity. It finishes a bit sweet in caramelized oak, and it seems ready to drink now.",Solomon Hills VIneyard,48,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kenneth Volk 2008 Solomon Hills VIneyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenneth-volk-2008-solomon-hills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kenneth Volk 13.2,White,US,"Made from Celilo Vineyard fruit, this has a sharp-toned bite to its aromas and flavors. Hints of tropical fruits can be found, but the core of the wine is citrusy. A suggestion of light caramel surfaces on the finish.",Celilo,33,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Ken Wright 2010 Celilo Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2010-celilo-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Ken Wright 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This is an unusual New Zealand Pinot Noir in that it spent 36 months in oak prior to bottling. The result is a mature, ready-to-drink wine, with delicate, silky tannins and modest fruit flavors. The oak isn't dominant, but there is a smoky flavor element, along with hints of dried herb, briar patch and mushroom.",Reserve Selection,35,88,Marlborough,,,Jawbone 2007 Reserve Selection Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jawbone-2007-reserve-selection-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2007,Jawbone 14.4,Red,US,"This is a relatively gentle, light Cabernet Franc. It reveals a pretty, juicy blueberry flavor as well as a muted herb note. A whiff of violet and a dash of vanilla run through the finish.",Weinbau Vineyard,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Januik 2009 Weinbau Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2009-weinbau-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Januik 14.4,Red,US,"Spicy red-fruit flavors run the gamut from cranberry to cherry, which creates a substantial, flavorful core. The wine dries out and turns chalky on the finish, but it comes with highlights of nutmeg and cocoa powder.",,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik 2009 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2009-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2009,Januik 14.5,White,Israel,"This is a ripe and rich Chardonnay, with exuberant fruit notes of pineapple and peach laced with sweet orange acidity and soft toast flavors. The lush palate is full but balanced, with a richness that carries through to the softly nutty finish.",Yarden Odem Vineyard,20,88,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2010 Yarden Odem Vineyard Chardonnay (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2010-yarden-odem-vineyard-chardonnay-galilee/,Chardonnay,2010,Golan Heights Winery 13.5,White,Italy,"This rich and generous expression of Vermentino shows aromas of honey, dried hay, stone fruit and white almond. The dense, creamy palate would stand up to spicy Thai coconut curry.",Valentina,23,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Gualdo del Re 2011 Valentina Vermentino (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gualdo-re-2011-valentina-italian-white-vermentino-toscana/,Vermentino,2011,Gualdo del Re 14.8,Red,US,"Made from grapes planted in 2006, this Syrah reflects its young-vine fruit in the form of light, primary, somewhat grapy flavors. It shows traces of herb and tobacco, which are balanced by tannins. All in all, this a promising start for this new vineyard block.",Red Willow Vineyard,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Eight Bells 2010 Red Willow Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eight-bells-2010-red-willow-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2010,Eight Bells 13.5,White,US,"This Chardonnay has crisp acidity, plus notes of pineapple-orange jam, vanilla custard and lees. For drinking now, this will pair well with shellfish.",Dutton Ranch,35,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2011 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2011-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Dutton-Goldfield 12,White,US,"While this wine is clean and vibrant, it tastes off dry. With its honeyed finish and flavors of peach, nectarine and apricot jam, this is one of the most pleasant California Rieslings on the market. It's easy to drink with ham, sausage and slightly sweet Asian fare.",,14,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2011 Riesling (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2011-riesling-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Riesling,2011,Fess Parker 13.5,Red,Italy,"Easy and fresh, this wine shows a natural ability to pair with most pastas or meat-based dishes. The finish is driven by smooth tannins and bright, berry-like freshness.",,20,88,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Fattoria Le Pupille 2010 Morellino di Scansano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-le-pupille-2010-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2010,Fattoria Le Pupille 15.2,Red,US,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Petite Sirah, this has firm tannins and ripe, forward flavors of blackberries, currants and oak. Already throwing some sediment, it will continue to soften and mellow over the next 5–6 years.",Rockstar,28,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Chateau Lettau 2007 Rockstar Red (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lettau-2007-rockstar-red-central-coast-monterey-county/,Red Blend,2007,Chateau Lettau ,Red,France,"87–89. Barrel sample. This is a fruity, lightweight wine that is very juicy and soft. It's attractively bright and fresh with an open character.",Barrel Sample,,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Cantemerle 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantemerle-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Cantemerle 14,Red,Italy,"The fresh bouquet of this blend shows feminine notes of blue flower and light spice. The aromas are a bit raw at this stage, and there's a touch of cherry-like sourness on the close.",Tageto,18,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Donna Olimpia 1898 2011 Tageto Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donna-olimpia-1898-2011-tageto-red-toscana/,Red Blend,1898,Donna Olimpia 1898 15.5,Red,US,"This vineyard-designated wine includes 13% Cabernet Sauvignon and 9% Syrah. The Syrah component seems to take over, in the form of tart berry, herb and dried leaf flavors. The alcohol, which is 15.5%, mutes any other complexities. It's a nice wine, but it doesn't offer standard Washington Merlot flavors.",Cold Creek Vineyard,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Cold Creek Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-cold-creek-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle ,Red,France,"87–89. Barrel sample. Big, ripe and fruity, this wine has attractive acidity and a soft texture. The palate is full bodied with a lingering fruity aftertaste.",Barrel Sample,,88,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Siran 2012 Barrel Sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-siran-2012-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Siran 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Despite possibly being the least complex of Saint Clair's 2010 Pioneer Block Pinots, this medium-bodied wine has crisp acids and mouthwatering flavors of black cherries and fresh herbs. It's fresh, clean and invites sip after sip. Drink now–2016.",Pioneer Block 14 Doctor's Creek,30,87,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2010 Pioneer Block 14 Doctor's Creek Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2010-pioneer-block-14-doctors-creek-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Saint Clair 12.8,White,US,"White pepper and smoke notes highlight the intense minerality in this steely Riesling. Lemony on the palate, this is crisp and brisk, and it comes with notes of wet slate and steel on the finish.",Dry,13,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2010 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2010-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Wagner 13.5,Rose,Italy,"A blend of mostly Sangiovese, with a touch of Merlot, this delivers a fresh flower tone and a tangy forest-berry flavor. It feels creamy, with medium density, and it has crisp acidity that keeps the palate refreshed.",,16,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Ama 2011 Rosato (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-ama-2011-rose-rosato-toscana/,Rosato,2011,Castello di Ama 14,Red,Israel,"This is an approachable and easy-pleasing Merlot, with notes of black plum, boysenberry, milk chocolate and oak-driven spice. The mouthfeel is round and creamy, but the finish is clean and loaded with fleshy fruit flavors that linger nicely. Drink now–2015.",Just,30,87,Judean Hills,,,Tulip Winery 2011 Just Merlot (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tulip-winery-2011-just-merlot-judean-hills/,Merlot,2011,Tulip Winery 13.7,Red,US,"A little on the sweet-tasting side, this Cabernet Sauvignon abounds with flavors of blackberry and cherry pie filling, which give it a direct, candied taste. The tannins and acids are superior, and the wine should benefit from 3–4 years in a cellar.",,22,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wellington 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Wellington 10.8,White,US,"This wine does not display the Riesling sweetness scale that's found on most Ste. Michelle Wine Estates Rieslings. This is off dry, and it has punchy peach, pear and apple flavors.",Winemaker's Select,8,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2011 Winemaker's Select Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2011-winemakers-select-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2011,Snoqualmie 14.4,White,US,"Rich and oaky, this wine's buttered toast and buttered popcorn flavors are the main attraction. You'll also find a pineapple-orange jam note, plus a vanilla-like sweetness.",Belle Terre Vineyard,25,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Chateau St. Jean 2010 Belle Terre Vineyard Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2010-belle-terre-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Chateau St. Jean 13,Red,Romania,"The Dreambird Pinot Noir is cheerful and bright, and has a vivid cherry-pie flavor that's laced with vanilla and toasted wood notes. Brisk acidity leads to the crisp, refreshing finish.",Dreambird,7,86,Viile Timisului,,,Cramele Recas 2011 Dreambird Pinot Noir (Viile Timisului),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cramele-recas-2011-dreambird-pinot-noir-viile-timisului/,Pinot Noir,2011,Cramele Recas 10.8,White,US,"This off-dry Riesling has exuberant aromas of orange blossoms and ripe red berries. It balances concentrated apple and honey flavors with flashes of green herbs and brisk, lime-tinged acidity. So light and dainty, it's easy to drink.",,14,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Montezuma 2010 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montezuma-2010-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Montezuma 11.6,White,US,"While initially a bit musky and waxy on the nose, this Riesling gains strength on the palate as it offers rich honey and red apple flavors. The lemon-lime-like acidity lingers on the finish.",Semi-Dry,14,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lucas Vineyards 2010 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-2010-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Lucas Vineyards 13.9,White,US,"A touch of oak influence lends smokiness to the lime, Meyer lemon and tropical fruit flavors. With its crisp acidity that creates a sweet-and-sour taste, this wine is for drinking now as a cocktail sipper or with ham or Chinese food.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Edna Valley Vineyard 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-2011-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Edna Valley Vineyard 13,White,France,"This selection is fruity and refreshing, yet it has a full body and a ripe character. Taut and tangy on the finish, this wine can age for another 6–9 months to allow the structure to soften.",Vers les Monts,17,85,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Domaine Luquet 2011 Vers les Monts (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-luquet-2011-vers-monts-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Luquet 12.5,White,France,"This is a lemon-scented wine that shows a hint of wood influence. It's crisp and mineral in character, and it has a bitter almond flavor and a touch of pineapple-like acidity.",,,85,Burgundy,Mâcon Chaintré,,Domaine des Rochers 2010 Mâcon Chaintré,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rochers-2010-chardonnay-macon-chaintre/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine des Rochers 12.5,Red,France,"Light and fruity, this wine has red fruit and a tannic edge, and bright acidity that gives definition to the fruit. Ready to drink now.",,24,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Joseph Faiveley 2010 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-faiveley-2010-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2010,Joseph Faiveley 13,White,Italy,"Le Rime is made as both a Chardonnay-Pinot Grigio blend and as a pure expression of Pinot Grigio for the U.S. market. Easy and fresh, this wine has touches of pear and citrus.",Le Rime,9,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Banfi 2011 Le Rime Pinot Grigio (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2011-le-rime-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-toscana/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Banfi ,White,France,"Ripe yellow-fruit flavors and a soft texture are the hallmarks of this wine. Full in the mouth, this has a warm southern Burgundy feel. It offers touches of spice and green herbs, and it has orange-zest-like acidity on the finish.",,15,85,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Antonin Rodet 2011 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2011-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2011,Antonin Rodet 13,Red,France,"A red-berry-flavored wine, this has juicy acidity and a light touch of tannins. It's full of fresh fruit flavors, and the finish shows a red-cherry-like crispness.",,25,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Domaine Jessiaume 2010 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jessiaume-2010-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Jessiaume 14.3,White,US,"With all of the buttered toast, buttered popcorn and butterscotch flavors, this Chardonnay's fruit isn't allowed to speak. It has brisk acidity and rich tangerine and mango flavors, but the winemaker's hand feels heavy.",Sierra Madre Vineyard,35,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2011 Sierra Madre Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2011-sierra-madre-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Fess Parker 13.6,White,US,"This tastes strongly oaked, and it shows in the form of buttered toast and caramel notes. The flavors of mango, pear and apricot meld with the brisk acidity and firm minerality.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,35,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2011 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2011-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Fess Parker 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This medium-bodied Pinot features slightly dry tannins, but otherwise delivers attractive aromas and flavors of dark cherries and button mushrooms, joined by hints of earth and spice. Drink now.",,20,85,Marlborough,,,Fusional 2011 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fusional-2011-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2011,Fusional 14.3,Red,US,"This tastes like a raspberry and red cherry tart that has a smoky, sweet crust. The alcohol gives the palate a pleasant warmth. It's a simple Pinot Noir to drink now.",Vineyard Montage,23,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cru 2010 Vineyard Montage Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cru-2010-vineyard-montage-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Cru 13,White,Romania,"Sweet flower and cherry aromas perfume this dry, berry-tinged Sauvignon Blanc. It's refreshing and quaffable, and it offers bright acidity and just a hint of green that lingers on the finish.",Dreamfish,7,85,Recas,,,Cramele Recas 2011 Dreamfish Sauvignon Blanc (Recas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cramele-recas-2011-dreamfish-sauvignon-blanc-recas/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Cramele Recas 14.5,Red,US,"Aggressive in texture, this Syrah-based Rhône-style blend has jagged tannins and a sharp green-peppercorn flavor. With its rough-and-tumble mouthfeel, it calls to be paired with simple fare, like tacos, pizzas or burgers.",Derby Vineyard Fifteen 10 Red,28,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Derby 2009 Derby Vineyard Fifteen 10 Red Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/derby-2009-vineyard-fifteen-10-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Derby 12.5,Red,New Zealand,"This medium-bodied Pinot Noir isn't particularly soft or silky, but it does offer copious amounts of crunchy cherry and raspberry fruit, dressed up by a hint of mocha-like oak. Drink now.",Pathway Single Estate,15,85,Marlborough,,,Ara 2011 Pathway Single Estate Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ara-2011-pathway-single-estate-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2011,Ara 14,Red,Israel,"Soft aromas of dark berries and plum flesh lead off, while the palate offers a tight, skin-driven cherry flavor. A slight astringency carries through on the close, along with a hint of cinnamon. Drink now.",Reserve,24,85,Galilee,,,Binyamina 2010 Reserve Shiraz (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/binyamina-2010-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-galilee/,Shiraz,2010,Binyamina 14,Red,New Zealand,"Part of Constellation's extensive stable of New Zealand brands, Kim Crawford's medium-bodied 2010 Pinot Noir is a charming effort. The strawberry and raspberry notes are bright and cheerfully fruity on the nose and on the palate, although it finishes quickly.",,19,85,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 2010 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2010-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Kim Crawford 13.9,Red,US,"Dry and smooth, this full-bodied Cabernet has spicy cherry-pie, plum and cedar flavors. It makes for a party wine.",Lot 10,10,85,California,California Other,California,Grayson 2011 Lot 10 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2011-lot-10-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Grayson 13.8,White,US,"Rich, savory and seemingly slightly sweet, this Chardonnay has acidity that provides balance to the rich flavors of tangerines, golden mangoes, limes and honey. Drink this with Chinese or Vietnamese fare.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,Leese-Fitch 2011 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leese-fitch-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Leese-Fitch 14.5,Red,US,"This tastes overripe and Port-like. The flavors are of raisins, currants, licorice and sweet caramelized oak. This is unlikely to evolve positively, so drink now.",Great Oak Vineyard,35,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2007 Great Oak Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2007-great-oak-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2007,Joseph Swan Vineyards 13,White,Portugal,"A fruity, fresh and crisp wine, this is given some weight by the inclusion of Chardonnay in the blend. It has an attractive texture, and the lemon and grapefruit flavors dominate.",Vale das Donas Branco,10,85,Tejo,,,Herdade dos Templários 2011 Vale das Donas Branco White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-templarios-2011-vale-das-donas-branco-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2011,Herdade dos Templários 14.5,Red,US,"Made from fruit grown at a high elevation and in volcanic soil, this is a leathery, full-bodied tannic Syrah. A taste of roasted coffee marks the finish.",Crimson Hill Vineyard Estate,20,85,California,Lake County,Red Hills,Gregory Graham 2008 Crimson Hill Vineyard Estate Syrah (Red Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gregory-graham-2008-crimson-hill-vineyard-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-red-hills-county/,Syrah,2008,Gregory Graham 13.5,Red,US,"The first Reserve released by Parducci, this is dripping with bright cherry and strawberry flavors, and it has an earthy undertone. A trace of spice lingers on the palate.",Reserve,33,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Parducci 2010 Reserve Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-2010-reserve-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Parducci 13.5,Red,US,"Made from Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, this blend is soft, fruity and sweetly oaky. It has vanilla-infused raspberry and cherry pie flavors.",,10,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Walker 2007 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walker-2007-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Walker 14.2,Red,US,"This has sweet-tasting cherry-pie and oak flavors, plus pleasant acids and soft tannins. It tastes like a cross between a warm-climate Pinot Noir and a fruity Merlot.",Bella Collina Vineyard Stiletto,30,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Chateau Lettau 2010 Bella Collina Vineyard Stiletto Tempranillo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lettau-2010-bella-collina-vineyard-stiletto-tempranillo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tempranillo,2010,Chateau Lettau 12.5,White,France,"Warm and round, this Mâcon has ripe melon and peach flavors that come with a citrusy edge. It has an attractive floral character that brings out the light minerality and acidity on the finish.",,15,85,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Barton & Guestier 2011 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2011-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2011,Barton & Guestier 12.5,White,France,"This is a light, bright white-flower-perfumed wine, and it offers fresh, apple-like acidity, a crisp texture and an edge of lemon zest. For drinking soon.",,15,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Château de Pizay 2011 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pizay-2011-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2011,Château de Pizay ,White,France,"Soft, light and fruity, this wine is already approachable. It is an apple- and apricot-flavored Chardonnay, with just a tang of lemon zest that lends the finish some bite.",A. Rodet,18,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Antonin Rodet 2011 A. Rodet (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2011-a-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2011,Antonin Rodet 14.5,Red,US,"This is tastes a little soft and sweet, with raspberry jam, toast and white sugar flavors. Drink now.",Fort Ross Vineyard,42,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fort Ross Winery 2009 Fort Ross Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fort-ross-2009-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Fort Ross Winery 13.5,Red,US,"This Pinot Noir shows tart, Monterey-derived acidity, but it has enough raspberry and cherry flavors to make it enjoyable. It feels light and silky.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Irony 2011 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/irony-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Irony 12.5,White,US,"Soft and somewhat waxy in texture, this is a dry, muted Chardonnay. The flavors suggest sweet hay and light tree fruits, and the finish fades quickly.",,18,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Hedgeline 2011 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedgeline-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Hedgeline 14.9,Red,US,"A rugged Cabernet Sauvignon for everyday drinking, this is dry and smoothly tannic, and it deals blackberry jam, sage and cedar flavors.",,22,85,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Three Saints 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-saints-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Three Saints 14.3,Red,US,"Rich, sweet-tasting flavors of black cherry jam, licorice and cedar abound in this dry, tannic Merlot. It feels a bit rough on the palate, so let it breathe in a decanter before drinking.",,18,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Elements 2010 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elements-2010-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2010,Elements 13,White,Greece,"Aromas of apricot, tropical fruit and spice lead this refreshing and expressive white. On the palate, it tastes floral, with a thread of honeyed sweetness, but the acidity gives it bounce. Fun and friendly.",,39,85,Epanomi,,,Gerovassiliou 2010 Viognier (Epanomi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gerovassiliou-2010-viognier-epanomi/,Viognier,2010,Gerovassiliou 14.5,Red,New Zealand,"This shows the herbal side of Merlot, as it deals tobacco and cherry tomato flavors in addition to cassis. It's medium in body, and it has a silky texture and crisp acids on the finish. Drink now and over the next year or two.",,18,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Crossroads 2010 Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossroads-2010-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,2010,Crossroads 12.5,Red,Portugal,"This fruity wine has wood flavors that structure the bright red-berry note. It's an upfront wine, and it has a touch of minerality that gives depth to the tannins. Age this for 2–3 years.",Terras do Vale,,85,Tejo,,,Casal do Conde 2011 Terras do Vale Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casal-conde-2011-terras-vale-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2011,Casal do Conde 11.5,White,US,"Fresh mint and menthol notes lend a herbaceous tone to this dry, slightly grassy Riesling. Lemon and lime flavors are brisk and clean on the palate.",Dry,11,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Casa Larga 2010 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-larga-2010-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Casa Larga 14.5,Red,US,"This feels sharp and raw, with ripe, jammy blackberry and cherry flavors, plus a streak of sweet, toasty oak. Drink now.",,70,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shadowbox 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shadowbox-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Shadowbox 14.2,Red,US,"With its zingy acidity and ripe raspberry and cherry flavors, this Pinot Noir has a sweet-and-sour quality that's reminiscent of Chinese sauce for pork or chicken. Drink now.",Anne Katherina Vineyard,50,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Shadowbox 2009 Anne Katherina Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shadowbox-2009-anne-katherina-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Shadowbox 13.5,Red,Italy,"This slender and streamlined Morellino offers light cherry and blackberry flavors, with a clean finish. Made from organic fruit, this selection would pair well with grilled hamburgers or homemade lasagnas.",,18,85,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,La Selva 2010 Morellino di Scansano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selva-2010-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2010,La Selva 12.4,White,US,"This unoaked effort sure tastes sweet, with flavors of sugared orange, mango and apple juice. The acidity is fine, giving balance to the sweetness.",Un-Oaked,14,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,River Road 2011 Un-Oaked Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/river-road-2011-un-oaked-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2011,River Road 13.2,Red,US,"This tastes bone dry and silky, and it comes with Russian River's tart acidity. The cherry and cola flavors could be more concentrated, but it does have some elegance.",Reserve,19,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,River Road 2011 Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/river-road-2011-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,River Road 13,White,Israel,"This is a vegetal Sauvignon Blanc, with forward aromas of green pepper, asparagus, green plum and a touch of talcum powder on the nose. Tart, lean, green fruit flavors fill the mouth, ending on a brisk yet clean finish.",,15,85,Shomron,,,Recanati 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Shomron),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2011-sauvignon-blanc-shomron/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Recanati 14,Red,Israel,"Earthy aromas of black-currant leaf and crushed carnation dominate the profile of this wine, with light black-fruit notes taking second place. Lean and delicate, this wine is ready for drinking now; pair it with wine-braised brisket.",,17,85,Galilee,,,Recanati 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Recanati 14.3,Red,US,"Tough, dry and gritty, this Syrah has stringy tannins and citrusy acids. Its austerity is relieved by the blackberry and black currant flavors. Pair this with rich, fatty meats and cheeses to help soften the mouthfeel.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Sage Road 2010 Syrah (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sage-road-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Syrah,2010,Sage Road 13,White,France,"This is a fruity wine that has light acidity and touches of vanilla and pineapple. It is round, rich and soft, and there is a fine tang of orange zest on the finish.",Les Beluses,,85,Burgundy,Mâcon-Chardonnay,,Cave de l'Aurore 2009 Les Beluses (Mâcon-Chardonnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-laurore-2009-beluses-chardonnay-macon-chardonnay/,Chardonnay,2009,Cave de l'Aurore 13,White,Italy,"This expression of Trebbiano and Chardonnay is made in a slim, easygoing style, and it offers pretty tones of stone fruit, pear and honey. It's a fine wine to serve at a picnic.",Pergliamici,12,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Casa Sola 2011 Pergliamici White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-sola-2011-pergliamici-white-toscana/,White Blend,2011,Casa Sola 14.4,Red,US,"Full bodied, dry and tannic, this Pinot Noir has cherry, berry and currant flavors. It has bright acids, but it lacks some concentration. Drink now.",Griva Vineyard,38,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Mercy 2010 Griva Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercy-2010-griva-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2010,Mercy 14.5,Red,US,"The tannins and raisin flavor stick out on this bone-dry, rustic Bordeaux-style blend. It offers rich notes of blackberry tart, dark chocolate and roasted almonds. Drink now.",,75,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Super Sonoman 2009 Meritage (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/super-sonoman-2009-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-county/,Meritage,2009,Super Sonoman 14.2,Red,US,"Under all of the oak-derived buttered toast and caramel aromas and flavors exists a crisp, clean Pinot Noir that bears notes of raspberry and cherry.",Estate Reserve,40,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2010 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2010-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Artesa 14.2,Red,US,"Made from equal parts of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, this is dry, tannic and oaky, and it offers blackberry jam and black currant flavors.",Proprietary Red Wine,55,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Corley 2009 Proprietary Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corley-2009-proprietary-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Corley 14.2,White,US,"Gregory Graham's first Lake County Chardonnay, this wine has notes of vanilla custard, lemon and toasty oak.",Wedge Block,25,85,California,Lake County,Lake County,Gregory Graham 2011 Wedge Block Chardonnay (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gregory-graham-2011-wedge-block-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Gregory Graham 13,Rose,Bulgaria,"Notes of ripe red berries are featured on the nose of this off-dry rosé, alongside hints of dusty mineral and tomato water. It's straightforward on the palate, with a cheery, slightly candied berry flavor, but it finishes clean with brisk acidity.",Veni Vidi Vici Pinot Noir-Syrah,9,85,Bulgaria,,,Vini 2011 Veni Vidi Vici Pinot Noir-Syrah Rosé (Bulgaria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vini-2011-veni-vidi-vici-pinot-noir-syrah-rose/,Rosé,2011,Vini 14.4,Red,US,"This has dry, edgy tannins that make the palate feel a bit rough. It has rich, forward flavors of blackberries and oak.",,25,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Glenwood Cellars 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenwood-cellars-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Glenwood Cellars 14.3,Red,US,"Spicy and fruity, rich and full bodied, this has blackberry, cherry, currant, licorice and cedar flavors. Let it breathe for a while to allow the tannins to soften.",,18,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Elements 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elements-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Elements 14.2,Red,US,At one time this winery offered a Bordeaux blend called Mystique; this may be its replacement. More than half of the blend is Cabernet Sauvignon. It's a difficult wine to evaluate as it currently seems shut down. It offers some spicy red fruit and a whiff of sweat on the nose.,Mutiny Bay,24,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ott & Murphy NV Mutiny Bay Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ott-murphy-nv-mutiny-bay-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,,Ott & Murphy 13.5,Red,US,"Dry and tannic, this has a sharp, green texture and flavor that hems in the blackberry and cherry notes. It's a wine to drink with a burger or a meat loaf.",,25,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Flocchini 2011 Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flocchini-2011-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2011,Flocchini 13.5,White,US,"This wine is alive with flavors of citrus, honey and orange blossom. With its sour twist on the finish, it calls to be paired with seafood slathered in garlic and cream.",,15,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Monte Volpe 2010 Tocai Friulano (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-volpe-2010-italian-white-tocai-friulano-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Tocai Friulano,2010,Monte Volpe ,Red,France,"This is a firm wine, but it has ripe red fruit. It shows an attractive touch of smoke, and there is fine balance between the firm tannins and fragrant fruit. Drink now.",Secret de Famille,,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Albert Bichot 2010 Secret de Famille (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-secret-famille-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2010,Albert Bichot 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"A basic, serviceable Pinot Noir, Vinterra's 2010 combines varietally correct notes of cherry, leather and earth. The medium-weight palate and supple tannins stay true to the variety as well.",,19,85,South Island,,,Vinterra 2010 Pinot Noir (South Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinterra-2010-pinot-noir-south-island/,Pinot Noir,2010,Vinterra 14.9,Red,US,"There's a sharpness to this Syrah that cuts across the palate like a knife. Even so, it has ripe flavors of berries, cherries and currants. Pair it with rich, fatty foods, like cheeseburgers, to help tame the acids.",Saddle-Up,22,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Flocchini 2009 Saddle-Up Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flocchini-2009-saddle-up-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2009,Flocchini 14.6,Red,US,"This is too oaky, with dominating aromas and flavors of butterscotch, buttered toast and vanilla. The oak-derived tannins are discernable, but the underlying wine is dry and crisp, with flavors of raspberries and cherries. Drink now.",Ashley's,50,85,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fess Parker 2010 Ashley's Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2010-ashleys-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Fess Parker 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"A pale, crisp, cranberryish rendering of Pinot Noir, this is the sort of light-bodied, red-fruited Pinot that could be served with salmon or other fish dishes.",,23,85,Marlborough,,,Opawa 2011 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/opawa-2011-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2011,Opawa ,Red,France,"Made from fruit sourced in the Côte de Beaune, this is a soft, fruity wine, with approachable red berry fruit. It is ripe, full bodied and just lightly tannic. The acidity gives the finish a clean cut.",Cuvée Margot,28,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Cuvée Margot (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-cuvee-margot-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2010,Olivier Leflaive 14.4,Red,US,"Juicy blackberry jam, anise and oak flavors abound in this dry, tannic Cabernet. The palate is a little sharp in texture, and it is unlikely to age well, so drink now.",,22,85,California,Central Coast,Paicines,Donati Family Vineyard 2010 Claret (Paicines),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donati-2010-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-central-coast-paicines/,Claret,2010,Donati Family Vineyard 13,Red,Italy,"Tight and lean, this Rosso di Montepulciano shows nuances of white cherry and wild raspberry, followed by thorny acidity.",,13,85,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 2011 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vecchia-cantina-montepulciano-2011-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-rosso-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2011,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 14,Red,Israel,"There's a woody, slightly green center to this wine that dominates the lean cherry and currant notes on the nose and mouth. It's direct and linear on the palate, with a red-plum-skin-driven finish.",Dishon Single Vineyard,38,85,Galil,,,Segal's 2009 Dishon Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Galil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segals-2009-dishon-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-galil/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Segal's 11,Red,Hungary,"Delicate in scent, this has aromas of bright cherry and violet. This semisweet Blaufränkisch bursts on the palate with fresh red-cherry and strawberry flavors. Juicy and cheerful, it finishes with a hint of caramelized sugar.",Sweet Red,12,85,Mátra,,,Schloss Koblenz 2011 Sweet Red Blaufränkisch (Mátra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-koblenz-2011-sweet-red-other-red-blaufrankisch-matra/,Blaufränkisch,2011,Schloss Koblenz 13,White,France,"A ripe aroma of mango shows in this tropical-fruit-driven wine. It has a rich, round and soft feel, with a slightly minerally texture. The acidity provides freshness.",Les Villages de Jaffelin,20,85,Burgundy,Mâcon-Péronne,,Jaffelin 2010 Les Villages de Jaffelin (Mâcon-Péronne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2010-villages-chardonnay-macon-peronne/,Chardonnay,2010,Jaffelin 12.5,White,France,"Made in the buttery style, this is a vanilla- and toast-flavored Chablis. Tropical fruits dominate the ripe, fruity palate, and there's not a touch of minerality or steeliness in sight.",,17,85,Burgundy,Chablis,,Jacques Bourguignon 2011 Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacques-bourguignon-2011-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Jacques Bourguignon ,White,France,"This white Burgundy is crisp, rich and lemony, and it comes with touches of vanilla and apricot and taut acidity on the finish. Ready to drink.",Laforet,13,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Joseph Drouhin 2011 Laforet (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2011-laforet-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2011,Joseph Drouhin 13.5,Red,Italy,"The 2010 vintage is hailed as one of the best ever for the hilltop hamlet of Montalcino. This has touches of worn leather and animal fur, backed by bright notes of cherry and blackberry.",,20,85,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Renieri 2010 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2010-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2010,Renieri 14.1,Red,US,"This Syrah is easy to drink with barbecue, beef, lamb stew or other robust dishes. It's dry and savory, with black pepper, blackberry, currant and jerky flavors.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Three Saints 2009 Syrah (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-saints-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Syrah,2009,Three Saints 13,White,Portugal,"A blend of five grapes, including Sauvignon Blanc, this is a crisp, kiwi- and grapefruit-flavored wine. It is bright, fruity and tangy, and it has a soft, cantaloupe-tasting finish. Ready to drink.",Espirito Branco,11,85,Tejo,,,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 2011 Espirito Branco White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-lagoalva-cima-2011-espirito-branco-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2011,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 13.5,Red,US,"Sweet-tasting, jammy raspberry and cherry flavors abound in this Merlot. It should be easy to drink with burgers, enchiladas or ribs slathered in barbecue sauce.",Night Rider,11,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Purple Cowboy 2010 Night Rider Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/purple-cowboy-2010-night-rider-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2010,Purple Cowboy 13.5,Red,US,"Good for everyday drinking, this Cabernet has smooth, dusty tannins. The black cherry, tobacco and herb flavors are ready to drink now.",,18,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Picket Fence 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/picket-fence-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Picket Fence 13.8,Red,US,"Dry and full-bodied, this clean Merlot has enough varietal character to satisfy. It offers blackberry and currant flavors that are touched by a bit of oak.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,One And Done 2009 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/one-done-2009-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,One And Done 14.4,Red,US,"This tastes a little underripe, with a green note that joins the cherry and cranberry flavors. Dry and tart, this wine should be decanted and consumed now.",Babcock Vineyard,45,85,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Transcendence 2009 Babcock Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/transcendence-2009-babcock-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Transcendence 13,Red,Greece,"Violet, cigar box and smoke mark the nose of this distinctive Xinomavro. On the plate, spice, sweet cedar and clove give it a rustic but refined feel. Pair with aged cheeses or meat dishes for extra appeal.",Naoussa Grande Reserve,23,85,Naoussa,,,Vaeni 2004 Naoussa Grande Reserve Xinomavro (Naoussa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vaeni-2004-naoussa-grande-reserve-greek-red-xinomavro-naoussa/,Xinomavro,2004,Vaeni 13.3,White,US,"On the nose and palate, notes of smoke and roasted nuts add earthy tones to the touches of crisp apple and lemon. It's dry and full bodied, with a round, soft fruitiness on the finish.",,13,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lakewood 2010 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lakewood-2010-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2010,Lakewood 12.5,Red,France,"A tight wine, this is dominated by acids, red fruits and firm tannins, and it's missing some of the richness of the vintage. It has a closed feeling, and it needs some months to develop, but this will always be dry.",,64,85,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Jaffelin 2009 Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2009-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2009,Jaffelin 14.1,Red,US,"There's a mushroomy earthiness that dominates this wine's cherry and raspberry flavors. It's dry, with a silky mouthfeel and brisk, cool-climate-derived acidity. Drink now.",,28,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Flocchini 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flocchini-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Flocchini ,Red,Italy,"Made from 100% Sangiovese, this shows bright berry nuances that are simple and clean. Notes of cherry and raspberry, plus a touch of bitter almond, are recognizable. The palate feels crisp and bright.",Il Canneto,10,85,Tuscany,Maremma,,Fattoria Mantellassi 2010 Il Canneto (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-mantellassi-2010-il-canneto-sangiovese-maremma/,Sangiovese,2010,Fattoria Mantellassi 13.5,Red,Italy,"A burnt touch of roasted walnut appears at first, but it is quickly replaced with tones of cherry and dried raspberry. This Sangiovese (blended with 10% Merlot) shows bitter fruit on the finish, which helps it pair with meat or cheese dishes.",Tommaso Bojola,17,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fattoria la Castellina 2009 Tommaso Bojola (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-castellina-2009-tommaso-bojola-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Fattoria la Castellina 13,White,France,"This wine has lemon peel and apple skin flavors that come through the firm, tangy structure. It has richness and the potential to age for the medium term. The finish is full of refreshing acidity.",Clos de Condemine,15,85,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Domaine Luquet 2011 Clos de Condemine (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-luquet-2011-clos-condemine-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Luquet 13.5,White,US,"The Two Vines Chardonnay is simple, clean and reliable. Suggestions of green apple and white peach appear on the palate.",Two Vines,8,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Columbia Crest 2010 Two Vines Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2010-two-vines-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Columbia Crest 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A herbal, dense and tannic wine, this has black currant fruit that has a minerally texture. It has a dry quality, but it should soften.",Entre dos Santos,10,85,Bairrada,,,Campolargo 2009 Entre dos Santos Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campolargo-2009-entre-santos-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2009,Campolargo 13.5,White,Italy,"This is a blend of Trebbiano, Malvasia and Grechetto. The mildness of its fruity bouquet and the leanness of its mouthfeel suggest that it should be paired with tuna salads or steamed dumplings.",Donna Patrizia,10,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Buccia Nera 2011 Donna Patrizia White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buccia-nera-2011-donna-patrizia-white-toscana/,White Blend,2011,Buccia Nera 15,Red,US,"High alcohol gives this dry, tannic wine some heat, and the overripe fruit lends a raisiny, pruny tinge to the blackberry flavor.",Monte Rosso Vineyard,35,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Brazin 2009 Monte Rosso Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brazin-2009-monte-rosso-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Brazin 14.5,Red,US,"The texture's a little rough in this fruity wine, but it's fine to drink now with burgers, barbecue or Mexican. Blended from Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Mourvèdre that's grown in the Delta and the Sierra Foothills, it has blackberry and blueberry flavors.",Phantom,16,85,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2009 Phantom Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2009-phantom-red-other/,Red Blend,2009,Bogle 14,Red,Italy,"Terre di Prenzano is the kind of Chianti Classico that can be paired with cheese-stuffed focaccia or gnocchi. The fruit is simple and clean, and the wine's bright acidity refreshes the palate.",Terre di Prenzano,15,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Vignamaggio 2010 Terre di Prenzano (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-vignamaggio-2010-terre-prenzano-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2010,Villa Vignamaggio 15.1,Red,US,"This is a blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre and Tempranillo. The wine is dry, tannic and light to medium bodied, and it has cherry, pepper, vanilla and smoke flavors. Ready to drink now.",Vineyard Collection Estate,28,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sea Shell Cellars 2010 Vineyard Collection Estate Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sea-shell-cellars-2010-vineyard-collection-estate-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,Sea Shell Cellars 13.5,White,US,"Straightforward, balanced and light, this Pinot Blanc would pair well with fresh shellfish, and it would also make for a nice apéritif. A quick jolt of almond appears on the finish.",,13,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Girasole 2011 Pinot Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girasole-2011-pinot-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Girasole 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a herb-scented wine, and the juicy Castelão component balances the firm tannins of the Touriga Nacional. It's full of ripe red-berry flavors, with a fine swath of sweet tannins and acids. Ready to drink.",Espirito Tinto,11,86,Tejo,,,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 2010 Espirito Tinto Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-lagoalva-cima-2010-espirito-tinto-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima 14.5,Red,US,"The mouthfeel is a little gritty and rough in this 100% Syrah. It has a toothpick-like woodiness that likely comes from having aged in 50% new oak. Underneath the oak are flavors of blackberry, leather and anise.",Mountain Terraces Vineyard,44,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Shadowbox 2009 Mountain Terraces Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shadowbox-2009-mountain-terraces-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2009,Shadowbox 14.9,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-style blend includes Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec. Unusual scents of berry and egg lead to a palate whose flavors have not yet come together. The fruit is there, but the tannins hit a wall and seem to stop any further development. Further bottle age may help it open.",Prima Nata,36,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Bridges 2009 Prima Nata Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-bridges-2009-prima-nata-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Seven Bridges 13.5,White,US,"Brisk, dry and clean, this Sauvignon Blanc shows New Zealand-like qualities. It has gooseberry, lemon, lime, white pepper and vanilla flavors, and brisk acidity gives it a mouthwatering tartness.",,15,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Wellington 14.4,Red,US,"Impenetrably black in color, this Syrah feels bone dry and tannic. It has all of the hallmarks of an ageable wine, but the concentration of blackberry and currant flavors is unlikely to outlast the tannins. Drink this over the next few years.",Englandcrest,18,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2008 Englandcrest Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2008-englandcrest-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2008,Wellington 13.5,Red,US,"A solid Cabernet for drinking now, this is dry and tannic, yet it has sweet-tasting blackberry and cherry flavors, plus a rich coating of smoky oak.",,29,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ramspeck 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramspeck-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Ramspeck 14.4,White,US,"Dry and oaky, this Chardonnay offers herb-inflected pineapple and pear flavors.",,60,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Patland 2011 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patland-2011-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Patland 14,Red,US,"Syrah comprises more than half of this spicy, Rhône-style blend, which also includes Grenache and Cinsault. A scent of wild berry introduces this wine, which feels sharp and carries a hint of pickle barrel, though no American oak is indicated. The palate broadens to display a flavor of strawberry compote and a whiff of chocolate.",Double Bluff,19,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Ott & Murphy 2010 Double Bluff Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ott-murphy-2010-double-bluff-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Ott & Murphy 13.5,Red,US,"While it does have a mint flavor, this spicy blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and several other varieties is a fine wine to drink now with pizzas, chili and hamburgers.",,16,86,California,California Other,California,Michael Pozzan 2010 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-pozzan-2010-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,Michael Pozzan 14,Red,Israel,"The aromatics are light and dainty, with soft notes of raspberry, red cherry, forest floor and cocoa powder. Similar flavors develop on the bright palate, ending on a fleeting finish.",Yarden,29,86,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2008 Yarden Pinot Noir (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2008-yarden-pinot-noir-galilee/,Pinot Noir,2008,Golan Heights Winery 14.6,Red,US,"Seemingly sweet and mellow, this tastes like white toast that has been spread with raspberry jam and butter, sprinkled with cinnamon and brown sugar. It's already drinking well.",Saddle-Up,22,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Flocchini 2008 Saddle-Up Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flocchini-2008-saddle-up-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2008,Flocchini 13,White,France,"This is a fragrant, floral wine, with a smooth touch of vanilla. It has a fruity, ripe feel, and it shows fresh, crisp, apple-like acidity. This is a ready-to-drink, balanced Chardonnay.",,27,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Domaine Jessiaume 2010 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jessiaume-2010-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine Jessiaume 12,White,Romania,"Redolent of ripe red berries and cherry blossoms, this semisweet Moscato has a delicate, sugar-laced quality, balanced by bright citrus and apple flavors. Crisp in acidity, it's easy drinking and refreshing on the finish.",Dreambird,7,86,Recas,,,Cramele Recas 2011 Dreambird Moscato (Recas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cramele-recas-2011-dreambird-muscat-moscato-recas/,Moscato,2011,Cramele Recas 14.4,Red,US,"Cheerful, easy-to-like and silky, this Pinot Noir has clean raspberry and cherry tart flavors. It has good acidity, and a long, spicy finish.",,25,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2010 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2010-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Artesa 13.6,White,Israel,"Underipe nectarine, lemon pith and a touch of freshly dried grass start off the bouquet of this Chardonnay. The medium-weight palate transitions into ripe flavors of melon and pear flesh that carry through to the slightly flabby finish.",Liza,,86,Galilee,,,Alexander 2011 Liza Chardonnay (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-2011-liza-chardonnay-galilee/,Chardonnay,2011,Alexander 13.5,Red,Israel,"This wine boasts aromas and flavors of dried red fruits, fresh mint and cocoa powder. Medium weight, with soft, dusty tannins and a medium-length finish. A young wine, but quite approachable now.",Reserve,,86,Galilee,,,Alexander 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Alexander 14.2,Red,US,"A simple and candied Pinot Noir, this has tasty raspberry and cherry jam flavors, plus rich, oak-derived notes of buttered toast.",,30,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Alderbrook 2010 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Alderbrook 14.5,Red,US,"Heavy, dense and dry, this Cabernet Sauvignon is stuffed with blackberry, currant, anise and licorice flavors, and it shows plenty of oak influence. It's also fairly tannic. Drink now.",,45,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Aje 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aje-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Aje 12.5,White,Italy,"Fresh and easy, this bright Vermentino would pair well with vegetable egg rolls or easy Spanish tapas. The wine's crisp acidity is followed by peach, citrus and pear flavors.",,15,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Altadonna 2011 Vermentino (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altadonna-2011-italian-white-vermentino-toscana/,Vermentino,2011,Altadonna 15,Red,Morocco,"This powerful blend of Moroccan Syrah and Grenache is intense and fruity, and it bears ripe black-cherry, plum and blackberry flavors, tinged with chocolate, cherry cordial and granite notes. Soft tannins on the midpalate add texture to this dense, richly structured wine.",Kahina,30,86,Guerrouane,,,Bernard Magrez 2010 Kahina Syrah-Grenache (Guerrouane),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-magrez-2010-kahina-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-guerrouane/,Syrah-Grenache,2010,Bernard Magrez 14.7,Red,US,"While this wine has Napa elegance, it never completely loses the varietal's rustic edge. It's rich in briary berries, cola, tobacco and white pepper flavors, and it comes with an overripe, raisiny sweetness.",Black Glass Vineyard Estate,35,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 2009 Black Glass Vineyard Estate Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-2009-black-glass-vineyard-estate-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Benessere 13.5,Rose,Italy,This Sangiovese-based rosato is vinified solely in stainless steel in order to preserve the freshness of its forest berry and cranberry flavors. A touch of bitter almond adds brightness to the finish.,Cantalici Petali di Rosé,14,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,L'Antica Fornace di Ridolfo 2011 Cantalici Petali di Rosé Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantica-fornace-ridolfo-2011-cantalici-petali-rose-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2011,L'Antica Fornace di Ridolfo 13.5,Red,Greece,"Toasted nut, rhubarb, pepper and spice box aromas abound on the nose of this plucky red. Black cherry, spice and pepper flavors follow. Clean, spicy and food friendly, this selection is ageable and assertive.",Grand Reserve,27,86,Naoussa,,,Boutari 2007 Grand Reserve Xinomavro (Naoussa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boutari-2007-grand-reserve-greek-red-xinomavro-naoussa/,Xinomavro,2007,Boutari 13.3,White,US,"This is a dry, slightly understated version of McGregor's standard label Gewürztraminer. It's elegant and fruity, with flavors of fresh lychee and peach that are peppered with a dash of exotic spice. Full bodied, but refreshingly quaffable.",Reserve Dry,25,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,McGregor 2010 Reserve Dry Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcgregor-2010-reserve-dry-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2010,McGregor 12.9,White,Israel,"Toasty and oaky, with wood-grilled peach and roasted apple-skin aromas unfolding on the nose. Melon and pear flavors flesh out the medium-weight mouth, and linger alongside hints of sweet spice and charred wood on the close.",,22,86,Judean Hills,,,Psagot 2011 Chardonnay (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/psagot-2011-chardonnay-judean-hills/,Chardonnay,2011,Psagot 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This is a pretty solid value for the price, as long as you don't mind plenty of oak influence. A cedary note dominates the nose and casts a long shadow across the cherry-stained palate, imparting a vanilla flavor and some drying tannins along the way. Despite that, there's ample length and a mouthwatering quality to the finish. Drink now.",,16,86,Marlborough,,,Ponga 2010 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponga-2010-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Ponga 13.5,Red,Italy,"A 80-20 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, this opens with a polished bouquet that's comprised of red fruit, spice and rubber notes, enhanced by leather, tobacco, dark cherry fruit and exotic spice accents. A hint of Band-Aid brings up the rear.",Il Guado,23,86,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Poggio alle Querce 2009 Il Guado (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-alle-querce-2009-il-guado-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2009,Poggio alle Querce 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"At 50,000 cases imported, this must be one of the most ubiquitous New Zealand Pinots in the United States. It's medium bodied and tightly wound, with a crisp core of mouthwatering acidity that adds zest to the flavors of dark cherry, earth and leather. Drink now.",,19,86,Marlborough,,,Oyster Bay 2011 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oyster-bay-2011-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2011,Oyster Bay 13.8,Red,US,"This Pinot Noir offers plenty of varietal pleasure. It's dry and crisp in acidity, with cherry skin, red currant and cola flavors.",,12,86,California,California Other,California,Nice Pairing 2011 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nice-pairing-2011-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Nice Pairing 13.8,White,US,"Made in the popular style, this has flavors of buttered toast, orange, peach, Meyer lemon and vanilla bean, which are brightened by crisp acidity. Drink now.",,24,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Alderbrook 2010 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Alderbrook 12.5,Red,Italy,"There's an almost effervescent feel to this Sangiovese-based wine, which has small percentages of Merlot and Colorino in the blend. It is redolent of cherry cola, almond paste, raspberry and toasted nut.",,14,86,Tuscany,Chianti,,L'Oca Ciuca 2009 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loca-ciuca-2009-red-chianti/,Red Blend,2009,L'Oca Ciuca 13,White,Italy,"Slightly closed at first, this Sémillon needs a few minutes in the glass before the aromas become charged. Exotic fruit and pineapple notes appear with citrus and peach accents. The finish is simple and fresh.",,15,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fornacelle 2011 Semillon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fornacelle-2011-semillon-semillon-toscana/,Sémillon,2011,Fornacelle 14.8,Red,US,"This feels a bit tough and gritty, with stringy tannins that give the palate a rustic texture. The flavors are ripe, with notes of cherries, licorice and mocha. Drink now.",Saddle-Up,22,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Flocchini 2010 Saddle-Up Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flocchini-2010-saddle-up-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2010,Flocchini 14,Red,Greece,"Rustic but rich, this Xinomavro starts with aromas of black fruit, allspice and cedar. Hearty, lively flavors of smoke, black cherry, leather and spice follow. Assertive but balanced, this can pair with grilled meats, stews or burgers.",Ramnista,25,86,Naoussa,,,Kir-Yianni 2008 Ramnista Xinomavro (Naoussa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kir-yianni-2008-ramnista-greek-red-xinomavro-naoussa/,Xinomavro,2008,Kir-Yianni 14.3,Red,US,"This Rhône-style blend is rich and forward, with blackberry, cherry and raspberry jam flavors. A sweet, spicy flavor is pretty much all you get.",BEEspoke,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Jorian Hill 2009 BEEspoke G-S-M (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jorian-hill-2009-beespoke-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,G-S-M,2009,Jorian Hill 13.5,Red,US,"The strong aroma and flavor of black pepper suggests that this Zinfandel will pair well with peppered steak. It has firm tannins that will chew through fat, and the note of blackberry jam will meld nicely with the sweet flavor of charred beef.",Old Vine,8,86,California,California Other,California,Twisted 2011 Old Vine Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twisted-2011-old-vine-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2011,Twisted 13,Rose,Italy,"Based on Alicante, this wine shows bright acidity and a lean mouthfeel, accented by notes of berry, pink grapefruit and cranberry. A touch of sweet fruit marks the finish.",Acquagiusta,15,86,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Tenuta La Badiola 2011 Acquagiusta Alicante (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-badiola-2011-acquagiusta-grenache-alicante-maremma-toscana/,Alicante,2011,Tenuta La Badiola 13.7,White,US,"This presents the opulence that many Chardonnay fans enjoy. It bears flavors of caramel, orange, pineapple, tapioca, vanilla, honey and cinnamon, which are wrapped in a creamy texture.",Reserve,19,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,River Road 2011 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/river-road-2011-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,River Road 14,Red,Israel,"Bright and juicy, this wine offers upfront fruit aromas and flavors of blueberry, black cherry and plum. Hints of fudgy brownie and berry preserve add depth and decadence to the palate, and stay well into the medium-length finish. Drink now.",,17,86,Galilee,,,Recanati 2011 Merlot (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2011-merlot-galilee/,Merlot,2011,Recanati 14.1,White,US,"The brisk acidity on this wine balances the seemingly sweet flavors of pineapple-orange jam, vanilla bean and buttered toast. This is an affordable introduction to the fine Chardonnays from this well-regarded Santa Barbara County appellation.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Three Saints 2010 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-saints-2010-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Three Saints 13.4,Red,US,"Here is a straightforward Malbec that offers the expected mix of berry and herb flavors, plus a suggestion of minerality and a whiff of sweatiness. It's a good companion for a burger or a steak.",Reserve,34,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Bridges 2008 Reserve Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-bridges-2008-reserve-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2008,Seven Bridges 14,Red,New Zealand,"Light in weight and lacy in texture, this is a savory, subtly flavored Pinot Noir that's ready to drink. Notes of smoke, mushrooms and dried herbs intertwine with tart fruit.",Old Coach Road,20,86,Nelson,,,Seifried 2009 Old Coach Road Pinot Noir (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seifried-2009-old-coach-road-pinot-noir-nelson/,Pinot Noir,2009,Seifried 13.5,Red,Israel,"This bold red made from Argaman—a cross between Souzão and Carignan—offers upfront notes of boysenberry and black plum, accented by hints of bark and spiced chocolate. It's inky and dark, but with a good acidic cut that keeps the finish fresh and the wine approachable now.",Dovev Single Vineyard,38,86,Galil,,,Segal's 2009 Dovev Single Vineyard Argaman (Galil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segals-2009-dovev-single-vineyard-other-red-argaman-galil/,Argaman,2009,Segal's 13.5,White,Italy,"Paguro shows subtle accents of citrus, crushed stone and grapefruit. The style is simple, clean and fresh.",Paguro,,86,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Cipriana 2011 Paguro White (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cipriana-2011-paguro-white-bolgheri/,White Blend,2011,Cipriana 14.6,White,US,"The oak influence in this 100% Sauvignon Blanc is strong, which gives it buttered toast and butterscotch flavors. Underneath the oaky veneer is a crisp, clean wine, with notes of lemon, lime, green melon and mango fruit.",La Petite Etoile Vineyard,22,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Chateau St. Jean 2010 La Petite Etoile Vineyard Fumé Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2010-petite-etoile-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2010,Chateau St. Jean 13,White,France,"A fresh, lemon-scented wine, this has fine minerality and youthful acidity that needs some months to become round.",Clos de la Bressande,,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Domaine Sangouard-Guyot 2011 Clos de la Bressande (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sangouard-guyot-2011-clos-bressande-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Sangouard-Guyot 12.5,Rose,Italy,"Fresh, floral and lively, this bright wine offers tones of wild berry, pink grapefruit and crisp green apple. There's enough acidity to balance fried appetizers or cheese-topped pastas.",,13,86,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Giorgio Meletti Cavallari 2011 Rosato (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giorgio-meletti-cavallari-2011-rose-rosato-bolgheri/,Rosato,2011,Giorgio Meletti Cavallari 14.9,Red,US,"Complex, rich flavors of mulberry, cola, leather, pepper and sandalwood mark this dry, tannic Syrah. The texture is aggressive, with jagged tannins. Ready to drink.",,28,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2010 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,Fess Parker 12.5,Rose,Italy,"Albeggio is a Syrah-based rosato that offers accents of cranberry, cassis and blueberry, backed by fresh acidity and medium density. It would pair well with roasted eggplant in yogurt sauce.",Albeggio,15,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria Lavacchio 2011 Albeggio Rosato (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-lavacchio-2011-albeggio-rose-rosato-toscana/,Rosato,2011,Fattoria Lavacchio 14.8,Red,US,"Loaded with vibrant jammy fruit, this is a bright Zinfandel that has a smoky grilled-meat note on the finish. Pair this with meaty dishes.",,11,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Zynthesis 2011 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zynthesis-2011-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2011,Zynthesis 13.7,White,US,"Off-dry in taste, this wine has an intense sweet-and-sour flavor. It didn't undergo malolactic fermentation, so there's plenty of green-apple-like acidity, and as it partially fermented in barrel, there is a vanilla-cream-like sweetness. This will pair well with Asian fare, ham or sausage.",Hi Vista Vineyard,18,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Tin Barn 2011 Hi Vista Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-barn-2011-hi-vista-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Tin Barn 13,White,Portugal,"Smooth and soft, this is a ripe, white-peach-flavored wine. It has an attractive tang of orange zest and a note of almond, and its bright acidity adds balance. With its fruitiness, it's ready to drink, but it will mature over 2–3 years.",Vale de Lobos Branco,11,86,Tejo,,,Quinta da Ribeirinha 2010 Vale de Lobos Branco Fernão Pires (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ribeirinha-2010-vale-lobos-branco-portuguese-white-fernao-pires-tejo/,Fernão Pires,2010,Quinta da Ribeirinha 13.7,Red,US,"By “Old Vine Cabernet” the winery refers to vines that were planted in 1973. But somehow the fruit doesn't express old-vine character. Instead, it's a mix of sweet-tasting strawberry and bitter stem flavors that lack focus, with a peppery highlight.",Old Vine Cabernet,32,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,Upland Estates 2009 Old Vine Cabernet Cabernet Sauvignon (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/upland-estates-2009-old-vine-cabernet-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Upland Estates 14,Red,New Zealand,"This entry-level offering from Seresin offers a pleasing blend of root veggies and mushrooms, with cranberry and raspberry fruit. It's crisp—almost lemony—on the finish, and it has a dusty layer of tannins to ensure that it lasts for at least a few years.",,23,86,Marlborough,,,Momo 2010 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/momo-2010-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Momo 13.9,Red,US,"A vigorous, aggressive Syrah, this is full bodied and tannic, and it deals assertive blackberry, cherry, currant and sandalwood flavors.",Zabala Vineyard,28,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Mercy 2009 Zabala Vineyard Syrah (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercy-2009-zabala-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Syrah,2009,Mercy 14.2,White,US,"Dry and acidic, this Chardonnay has a herbaceous earthiness, plus flavors of orange and pear.",Orchard Vineyard,40,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shadowbox 2010 Orchard Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shadowbox-2010-orchard-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Shadowbox 14,Red,New Zealand,"Smoke, cedar and vanilla notes mark the nose of this medium-bodied wine. There's just enough plummy fruit to support the oak on the midpalate, but the wood takes charge again on the finish. Drink it over the next year or two before the fruit subsides.",,35,86,Marlborough,,,Clos Henri 2010 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-henri-2010-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Clos Henri 19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Full, rich and on the dry side, this is loaded with ripe berry flavors, and it has a core of firm tannins and a touch of acidity. It finishes dry.",Collector Reserva,20,86,Port,,,Ramos-Pinto NV Collector Reserva (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-nv-collector-reserva-port-165748/,Port,,Ramos-Pinto 12.5,Red,Italy,"This easy blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Montepulciano and Alicante opens with a bright cherry note and slightly bitter tones of spice and almond skin. The palate is smoothly textured and rich.",Integolo,18,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Sada 2010 Integolo Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sada-2010-integolo-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Sada 13,White,France,"This Chardonnay is minerally and dry, and it has taut acidity and structured quince fruit. The finish is crisp.",,30,86,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Jaffelin 2010 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2010-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2010,Jaffelin 12.5,Red,Italy,"Bright, clean and straightforward, this Sangiovese, which has small additions of Canaiolo and Colorino, delivers lively cherry and raspberry flavors.",Villa di Monte,13,86,Tuscany,Chianti,,Grati 2011 Villa di Monte (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grati-2011-villa-monte-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2011,Grati 13.5,Red,US,"This Cabernet is blended with Syrah and Grenache, along with other grapes, which moves the wine into a fruit-forward direction. The trade-off is that the varietal specificity and focus are muted, making this a pleasant albeit slightly generic selection.",,16,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,White,US,"Inviting and floral, this Mendocino County Cortese, the grape used to produce Gavi in Italy, is austere and almost salty, with a lime flavor and a smidgen of Asian pear. This would pair well with briny seafood—think something with bite to offset the bitterness on the finish.",,15,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Enotria 2011 Cortese (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enotria-2011-italian-white-cortese-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cortese,2011,Enotria 14.2,Red,US,"This is less ripe compared to many other Napa Cabernets, and it deals dry flavors of tobacco, herb, blackberry and currant. It's pretty tannic, which gives it some toughness that is unrelieved by richness.",,55,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Faust 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faust-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Faust 13.5,Red,US,"Robust and spicy, this is a Zinfandel to pair with barbecued ribs, burgers and beef tacos. It has flavors of blackberries, green peppercorns and toast. Drink this over the next two years for maximum freshness.",Heritage,19,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 2010 Heritage Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2010-heritage-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Dry Creek Vineyard 13.9,White,US,"This Chardonnay is rich and balanced, with brisk acidity and deep, long flavors of limes, tangerines and Meyer lemons.",Naked,10,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Four Vines 2011 Naked Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-vines-2011-naked-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Four Vines 14.1,Red,US,"Dry and tannic, yet smooth, this deals earthy flavors of blackberries, currants, licorice and cedar. Drink now for its freshness.",,25,86,California,Central Coast,Paicines,Donati Family Vineyard 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paicines),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donati-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paicines/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Donati Family Vineyard 13.8,Red,US,"This has rich flavors of black currants, licorice and sandalwood, and it finishes dry and spicy. This should be relatively easy to find thanks to its 50,000-case production.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Avalon 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avalon-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Avalon ,White,France,"This is full of citrus flavors, with toast and pineapple touches. It's attractive, crisp and ready to drink.",Secret de Famille,,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Albert Bichot 2010 Secret de Famille (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-secret-famille-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2010,Albert Bichot ,Red,France,"Soft and ripe, this has light tannins, red berry fruit and a round texture. It has a touch of firmness, acidity and good density. Drink now, or age it for 2–3 years.",Domaine Adélie,,86,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Albert Bichot 2010 Domaine Adélie (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2010-domaine-adelie-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2010,Albert Bichot 14.5,Red,US,"A rustic but tasty wine, this has blackberry, currant, tobacco and cedar flavors. Made from Zinfandel, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon in roughly equal proportions, it's dry, tannic and meant to be consumed now.",The Vault,32,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Banknote 2009 The Vault Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banknote-2009-vault-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Banknote ,Red,France,"85–87. Barrel sample. This is a soft, simple wine. It has attractive, gentle fruits and some ripe tannins. Likely to age quickly.",Barrel Sample,,86,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château d'Arcins 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darcins-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château d'Arcins 13.5,White,Israel,"This wine is nicely balanced and easy to drink, with clean notes of green plum, gooseberry, white melon rind and lime peel. Bright and flavorful with a fresh, mouthwatering finish.",Yarden,15,86,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2011 Yarden Sauvignon Blanc (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2011-yarden-sauvignon-blanc-galilee/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Golan Heights Winery 15.8,Red,US,"Sweet-tasting, jammy raspberry and cherry flavors abound in this Grenache-based blend. there are also notes of orange zest, grilled prosciutto, black pepper and sandalwood. The mouthfeel is simple, and the finish is a bit hot and heavy with glycerine.",Gypsy,25,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Epiphany 2009 Gypsy Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/epiphany-2009-gypsy-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Epiphany 13,Red,New Zealand,"This modest Pinot Noir is pale in color and light in body, but don't discount it. Pretty notes of strawberries are attractively underlined by hints of twigs and cocoa. It turns more cranberry-like and slightly astringent on the finish. Drink now.",,19,86,Marlborough,,,Fernz 2011 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fernz-2011-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2011,Fernz 13.5,Red,US,"This has sweet-tasting flavors of blueberry jam, milk chocolate and raspberry-cinnamon granola, wrapped into smooth, soft tannins.",Trail Boss,11,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Purple Cowboy 2010 Trail Boss Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/purple-cowboy-2010-trail-boss-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Purple Cowboy 14.6,Red,US,"The blend is largely Merlot, with splashes of Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. There is a strong scent of vanilla that only partially masks the flavors of leaf and stem. Tannic and a bit earthy, this would be a good wine to pair with a red pasta sauce.",,17,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mercer Canyons 2009 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-canyons-2009-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2009,Mercer Canyons 14.5,White,US,"A South Coast blend of 68% Viognier with 16% each of Marsanne and Roussanne, this is lemony, crisp, and medium bodied, layered with notes of honey and honeysuckle. Pair this with seafood.",Estate Lotus,29,86,California,South Coast,,Orfila 2011 Estate Lotus White,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-2011-estate-lotus-white-south-coast-san-pasqual/,Rhône-style White Blend,2011,Orfila 14.5,Red,New Zealand,"This is pale in color, with a light body and a silky texture. Cranberry and mushroom flavors are varietally correct, and a hint of mocha appears on the finish. Drink now.",Falveys,20,86,Marlborough,,,Omaka Springs 2009 Falveys Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/omaka-springs-2009-falveys-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2009,Omaka Springs 12,White,France,"A crisp, almost herbaceous wine, this is refreshing, like a breath of fresh air. It's lively, light and fruity, and it has green- and white-fruit flavors that combine well. Drink now.",,23,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-other-white-aligote-bourgogne/,Aligoté,2010,Olivier Leflaive 13.5,Red,US,"Light plum and cherry flavors give a good first impression. The blend is not strictly traditional, with small doses of Syrah and Grenache in the mix. It fades quickly, and it shows some sourness on the finish.",,16,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2010 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2010-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,White,US,"This Rhône-style white blend has a floral highlight that leads into tart white fruit, jicama, celery and melon flavors. A light grass-like note is also apparent, and the palate could use some more concentration.",Reserve White Blend,20,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2011 Reserve White Blend White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2011-reserve-white-blend-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style White Blend,2011,Columbia Crest 14,Red,New Zealand,"Brown sugar and cinnamon notes mark the nose of this medium-bodied Pinot Noir. On the palate, it's supple in texture, while the flavors run toward overripe black cherries, with a hint of alfalfa. Clean and crisp on the finish.",Map Maker,20,86,Marlborough,,,Staete Landt 2010 Map Maker Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staete-landt-2010-map-maker-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Staete Landt 13.1,Red,US,"With moderate alcohol and brisk acidity, this shows the elegance of the 2011 vintage, and it offers ripe flavors of cherries, cranberries and pomegranates. Drink now.",,22,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Siduri 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2011,Siduri 13.5,White,Portugal,"Arinto and Antão Vaz are blended to create this crisp, bright wine. It also shows a creamy side, and it offers touches of vanilla, quince and pear. Ready to drink.",Branco Real,,86,Alentejano,,,Julian Reynolds 2011 Branco Real White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/julian-reynolds-2011-branco-real-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2011,Julian Reynolds 13.5,Red,Portugal,"There is a distinct barnyard aroma to this wine. The palate seems more clean, and it offers firm, red berry fruits and tannins. A blend of Trincadeira, Aragones and Alicante Bouschet, this is fruity and structured.",Tinto Real,,86,Alentejano,,,Julian Reynolds 2009 Tinto Real Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/julian-reynolds-2009-tinto-real-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Julian Reynolds 13,White,France,"There is a touch of spice on this wine, along with flavors of crisp citrus and green apple. Fruity and bright, this is already drinkable, and it finishes with a tang of lemon zest.",,23,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Joseph Faiveley 2010 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-faiveley-2010-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2010,Joseph Faiveley 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made from organically farmed Ciliegiolo (one of the great indigenous varieties of Tuscany), this opens with cherry and cured meat notes, and it shows a bright, tart quality on the finish.",,28,86,Tuscany,Maremma,,La Selva 2008 Maremma,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selva-2008-italian-white-ciliegiolo-maremma/,Ciliegiolo,2008,La Selva ,Rose,Italy,"Lively aromas of blueberry, raspberry and forest fruit mark this rosato. A touch of bitter almond skin appears on the crisp finish.",Bacio,,86,Tuscany,Montescudaio,,Marchesi Ginori Lisci 2011 Bacio Rosato (Montescudaio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-ginori-lisci-2011-bacio-rose-rosato-montescudaio/,Rosato,2011,Marchesi Ginori Lisci 13.3,White,US,"Marked by brisk, citrusy acidity, this Pinot Grigio has orange, Meyer lemon and sweet green-grass flavors. It would pair well with Chinese and Vietnamese food.",,21,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Swanson 2011 Pinot Grigio (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Swanson 19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Gold in color, this wine deftly balances the sweetness of the orange marmalade flavor with the dry edge that comes from the spirit and the slight tannic character. Ready to drink.",Adriano Reserva White,20,86,Port,,,Ramos-Pinto NV Adriano Reserva White (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-nv-adriano-reserva-white-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Ramos-Pinto 14.5,Red,US,"Made in a light style, this has a silky texture that's marked by high acidity. It's dry, with sour cherry and raspberry candy flavors. Ready to drink now.",Cedar Lane,38,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Mercy 2009 Cedar Lane Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercy-2009-cedar-lane-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2009,Mercy 12.6,White,US,"An aroma of fresh-cut pear introduces this clean, tart, fresh Pinot Gris. There is little in the way of complexity, but the purity of the fruit is impressive.",,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mercer 2011 Pinot Gris (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-yakima/,Pinot Gris,2011,Mercer 14.1,Red,US,"This tastes a little too high in acidity, but it does show the spiciness of Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir. Flavors of ripe black cherry, peppercorn and licorice are all found, and it shows a nice silkiness. Drink now.",,24,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Three Saints 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-saints-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Three Saints 14,Red,New Zealand,"A delicate, lacy style of Pinot Noir, with pretty rhubarb-like herbal shadings to the cranberry and strawberry fruit, extremely supple tannins and hints of cocoa and coffee on the abbreviated finish. Drink now.",,20,86,Canterbury,,,The Crater Rim 2010 Pinot Noir (Canterbury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crater-rim-2010-pinot-noir-canterbury/,Pinot Noir,2010,The Crater Rim 12.5,White,Italy,"Trebbiano, Sémillon, Roussanne, Sauvignon and Pinot Bianco form this unique blend. It offers subtle tones of peach, pineapple and honeysuckle.",,16,86,Tuscany,Montecarlo,,Tenuta del Buonamico 2011 White (Montecarlo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-buonamico-2011-white-montecarlo/,White Blend,2011,Tenuta del Buonamico 11.4,White,US,"Impeccably dry, this refreshing, brisk and light-bodied Gewürztraminer reveals delicate hints of pink grapefruit, lychee and musk. Nervy lemon-lime-like acidity lends a crisp, lean feel.",Dry,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lucas Vineyards 2010 Dry Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-2010-dry-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Lucas Vineyards 12,White,US,"Ripe stone-fruit and flower notes shine on the nose and palate of this dry, medium-bodied Chardonnay. Fresh and juicy, it's an easygoing sipper to accompany an array of foods.",,15,86,New York,New York Other,New York,Leonard Oakes 2010 Chardonnay (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonard-oakes-2010-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Leonard Oakes 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This wine is crisp, medium bodied and surprisingly firm for an inexpensive Merlot. Drink this wine over the next year or two for its potent cassis and black cherry fruit. Some rare beef will help show the wine to best effect.",,15,86,Hawke's Bay,,,Oyster Bay 2011 Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oyster-bay-2011-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,2011,Oyster Bay 13.5,Rose,Greece,"Strawberry and raspberry notes come with a tart edge in this easygoing rosé. On the palate, strawberry, violet and spice notes are balanced and fresh. A good everyday choice that will pair well with fruit salad, chicken salad and cold cuts.",Techni Alipiaç Dry,22,86,Drama,,,Wine Art Estate 2011 Techni Alipiaç Dry Rosé (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-art-estate-2011-techni-alipiac-dry-rose-drama/,Rosé,2011,Wine Art Estate 14.1,Red,US,"There'a soft sweetness to this wine that makes it immediately drinkable. The flavors are suggestive of ripe red cherry, red licorice, red currant liqueur, mocha and sweet oak.",,26,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,White Oak 2009 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2009,White Oak 13.2,Red,US,"This Cabernet remains tough in tannins and a little harsh in acidity. The blackberry, roasted meat, pepper and toast flavors are rich and complex.",Mohrhardt Ridge,14,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wellington 1989 Mohrhardt Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-1989-mohrhardt-ridge-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1989,Wellington 13,White,France,"A soft wine without real definition, it has an attractive fruity character, but it's missing the firm structure of the appellation. With its vanilla and apricot flavors, this ripe Chardonnay is ready to drink.",,50,86,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Jaffelin 2010 Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2010-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2010,Jaffelin 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"The Ara project has yet to realize its considerable potential. This high-end bottling is a solid, middle-of-the-road Marlborough Pinot Noir, and it displays subdued aromas of dust-coated cherries, with modestly concentrated flavors of cherry and earth and a medium-length finish. Drink it over the next few years.",Select Blocks Single Estate,30,86,Marlborough,,,Ara 2011 Select Blocks Single Estate Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ara-2011-select-blocks-single-estate-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2011,Ara ,White,France,"There is warmth to this fruity, ripe wine. It shows great balance between its intense acids and fruitiness, making it delicious and ready to drink.",A. Rodet,18,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Antonin Rodet 2010 A. Rodet (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2010-a-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2010,Antonin Rodet 12.8,White,US,"This has apricot, orange and Meyer lemon notes, plus a sweet toastiness. It will appeal to consumers who enjoy Charonnays with a buttercream-like smoothness and a buttered popcorn flavor.",,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Flocchini 2011 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flocchini-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Flocchini 13.5,Red,Italy,"Simple, clean and bright, Le Pianette is all about fresh fruit. The blend is 70-30 Sangiovese and Colorino, and it offers lively cherry and blueberry notes.",Le Pianette,15,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria Fibbiano 2011 Le Pianette Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-fibbiano-2011-le-pianette-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2011,Fattoria Fibbiano 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This moderately pale wine doesn't show a lot of concentration or tannic structure, but it offers charming notes of cherry, clove and cinnamon. Drink now.",,18,86,Marlborough,,,Giesen 2010 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giesen-2010-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Giesen 13,Rose,Israel,"Made from 75% Sangiovese, 13% Barbera, 10% Pinot Noir and 2% Syrah, this is a fresh and lively rosé with bright notes of strawberry, raspberry and red cherry. A soft floral accent unfolds on the finish. Drink now.",Dry,15,86,Galilee,,,Galil Mountain 2011 Dry Rosé (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galil-mountain-2011-dry-rose-galilee/,Rosé,2011,Galil Mountain ,Red,France,"This underrated village, which is located next to Savigny-lès-Beaune, has produced an attractive, fruity wine that has a fine structure, a red berry flavor and a twist of acidity on the finish. Keep this for 2–3 years.",,,86,Burgundy,Chorey-lès-Beaune,,Domaine Champy 2010 Chorey-lès-Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-champy-2010-pinot-noir-chorey-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Champy 13.5,White,Italy,"This Vermentino opens with distinct tones of almond skin and stone fruit. The mouthfeel is lean and clean, with a compact feel and medium intensity.",,23,86,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Ceralti 2011 Vermentino (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceralti-2011-italian-white-vermentino-bolgheri/,Vermentino,2011,Ceralti 12.5,Red,Italy,"From the Marchesi d'Orsi di Villanoca winemaking family, this blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Ancellotta offers tones of raw cherry and raspberry that give the wine a clean bouquet. The fresh, easy mouthfeel would pair well with pasta dishes.",Rosso Maniero,13,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Casaloste 2009 Rosso Maniero Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casaloste-2009-rosso-maniero-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Casaloste 13.1,White,US,"A cool-climate Pinot Gris, this is a finely tuned citrusy white, with crisp notes of peach and apricot. This is the winery's first release that's made from Marguerite Vineyard fruit. It spent no time in oak and malolactic fermentation was blocked, which helped to preserve an impressive amount of acidity.",Marguerite Vineyard,21,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Philo Ridge 2010 Marguerite Vineyard Pinot Gris (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philo-ridge-2010-marguerite-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Philo Ridge 14.1,Red,US,"A light yet concentrated Pinot Noir, this has a cherry flavor and a spicy texture. Give it some air to allow the better side of its earthy aromas time to unravel.",Unfiltered,34,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Philo Ridge 2009 Unfiltered Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philo-ridge-2009-unfiltered-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Philo Ridge 13.7,White,US,"On the soft and buttery side, this Chardonnay doesn't hold back on the popcorn aroma. Once past that, you'll find a pretty flavor that tastes like a piece of spiced, fresh-baked apple pie.",,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2010 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2010-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2010,Snoqualmie 14.9,Red,US,"This bears blackberry, black currant and cherry liqueur flavors, and the 12% Syrah component seems to bring a peppery roasted-meat note. Although the wine is technically dry, it's a little warm and sweet in glycerine—the result of high alcohol. Drink now.",Low Tide,28,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sea Shell Cellars 2010 Low Tide Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sea-shell-cellars-2010-low-tide-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,Sea Shell Cellars 12.3,Red,Greece,"Clove, cinnamon and raspberry aromas are followed by bright red-fruit and spice flavors on the palate. A dancing minerality keeps the wine's spice and tannins in check. A good everyday red for burgers and pizza.",Emeros Dry Red,11,87,Naoussa,,,Vaeni 2008 Emeros Dry Red Xinomavro (Naoussa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vaeni-2008-emeros-dry-red-greek-red-xinomavro-naoussa/,Xinomavro,2008,Vaeni 13.2,White,US,"Upland Estates produces Gewürztraminer as an off-dry, fruity wine. The nose displays a scent of powdered sugar, and the palate offers flavors of hard candy and lemon-lime. Ripe, round and mouth-filling, this is a fruit-powered selection.",,12,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,Upland Estates 2010 Gewürztraminer (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/upland-estates-2010-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Upland Estates 13,Red,Italy,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah shows dark fruit tones of cherry and plum, backed by a rich, soft mouthfeel. This easygoing selection would pair well with roast chicken or pork.",Acquagiusta,15,87,Tuscany,Maremma Toscana,,Tenuta La Badiola 2010 Acquagiusta (Maremma Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-badiola-2010-acquagiusta-red-maremma-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Tenuta La Badiola 13,White,Portugal,"A blend of Fernão Pires and Moscatel, this is fresh, crisp and perfumed. It's an apéritif-like wine, with light acidity and a creamy, smooth texture.",Portal da Aguia,10,87,Tejo,,,Quinta da Alorna 2011 Portal da Aguia White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-alorna-2011-portal-aguia-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2011,Quinta da Alorna 12.5,White,Italy,"This is the kind of food-friendly wine to pair with grilled shrimp kebabs or fish tacos. It presents clean aromas of citrus, pear and stone fruit, backed by zesty acids on the finish.",,16,87,Tuscany,Montecarlo,,Tenuta del Buonamico 2011 Vermentino (Montecarlo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-buonamico-2011-italian-white-vermentino-montecarlo/,Vermentino,2011,Tenuta del Buonamico 13,Red,Italy,"A blend of Sangiovese, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, this opens with tones of fruit, mild tobacco and spice. The wine's measured intensity and bright acidity make it a good choice for cheesy pasta dishes.",Etichetta Blu,16,87,Tuscany,Montecarlo,,Tenuta del Buonamico 2010 Etichetta Blu Red (Montecarlo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-buonamico-2010-etichetta-blu-red-montecarlo/,Red Blend,2010,Tenuta del Buonamico 13,White,Italy,"This light Vermentino opens with a pale straw color, and it has lively aromas of citrus, kiwi, cut grass and mineral. A dose of refreshing acidity marks the finish.",Radius,,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Serni Fulvio Luigi 2011 Radius Vermentino (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serni-fulvio-luigi-2011-radius-italian-white-vermentino-bolgheri/,Vermentino,2011,Serni Fulvio Luigi 13.8,White,US,"A nice counterpoint to Wagner's oaked Reserve Chardonnay, this version is juicy and bright, offering pristine apple and lemon flavors. Concentrated and lush on the palate, it's balanced by a shower of lemon-lime-like acidity and crushed-stone minerality.",Unoaked,11,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2010 Unoaked Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2010-unoaked-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2010,Wagner 14,Red,Italy,"This pure expression of Sangiovese delivers aromas of blackberry, plum and cassis, plus accents of spice and tobacco. It is easygoing and crisp, and it would pair well with grilled sausages or pork chops.",Chorum,19,87,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Pieve Vecchia 2008 Chorum (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieve-vecchia-2008-chorum-sangiovese-montecucco/,Sangiovese,2008,Pieve Vecchia 13.6,White,US,"This curious Chardonnay transforms rather dramatically in the glass. It's initially savory, with notes of dried herbs and leaves, but gradually it reveals touches of fresh lemon, apple and vanilla, accompanied by dashes of dusty minerals that linger on the finish. Full bodied and dry.",Lowerre Family Estate La Barrique,36,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery 2010 Lowerre Family Estate La Barrique Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-2010-lowerre-family-estate-barrique-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2010,Peconic Bay Winery 13.5,White,Italy,"L'Anima, which is Italian for “the soul,” is a blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon and Gewürztraminer, and it shows pretty aromas of white flower, honey and exotic fruit. The density and creaminess of the mouthfeel recall the wine's warm-climate Tuscan roots.",L'Anima,17,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Livernano 2010 L'Anima White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livernano-2010-lanima-white-toscana/,White Blend,2010,Livernano 13,Red,France,"A firmly structured wine, this has a dry character that's underscored by red fruit and balancing acidity. It needs to age for a few years to be at its best.",Clos du Meix Trouhans,42,87,Burgundy,Fixin,,Moillard 2010 Clos du Meix Trouhans (Fixin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moillard-2010-clos-meix-trouhans-pinot-noir-fixin/,Pinot Noir,2010,Moillard ,Red,Italy,"An 80-20 blend of Sangiovese and Canaiolo, this shows bright tones of cherry and blueberry, with a touch of bitter almond in the background. The wine's freshness would pair well with pasta with melted cheese.",Fossetti,15,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Mocali 2010 Fossetti Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2010-fossetti-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Mocali 13.4,White,US,"Clean, tart and herbal, this Sauvignon Blanc has front-and-center flavors of bright citrus and green apple. A slight hint of baking spice comes through on the finish.",Estate Grown,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mercer 2011 Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2011-estate-grown-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Mercer 12.1,White,US,"Broad and a bit flat on the palate, this wine has flavors of lemon and grapefruit rind, light stone fruit and a dash of mineral.",Estate Grown,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mercer 2011 Estate Grown Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2011-estate-grown-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2011,Mercer ,Red,France,"Ripe and round, this has a strawberry flavor that is surrounded by dense tannins. It shows a fine line of fresh acidity, and it is ready to drink, although it will age for several years.",,,87,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine Champy 2010 Volnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-champy-2010-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Champy 13.5,White,France,"This is a fruity wine, with upfront peach and apricot flavors. It has bright acidity and just a hint of wood. Produced for the first time by Ferret, this selection is rich, open and generous, although the acidity is never left behind.",Sous Vergisson,40,87,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Ferret 2010 Sous Vergisson (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ferret-2010-sous-vergisson-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine Ferret 14.1,White,US,"Ripe tangerine, peach, green apple and vanilla flavors combine with brisk, citrusy acidity in this wine. This wine saw a touch of neutral oak, which seems to have contributed a smoky toast character. It picks up complexities as it warms and airs, so don't drink this too cold.",Camp Four Vineyard,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Epiphany 2011 Camp Four Vineyard Grenache Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/epiphany-2011-camp-four-vineyard-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Grenache Blanc,2011,Epiphany ,Red,France,"86–88. Barrel sample. On the dry, extracted side, this is a wine with some firm tannins and solid structure. The aftertaste is dark, mineral and austere.",Barrel Sample,,87,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Lestage Simon 2012 Barrel Sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lestage-simon-2012-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Lestage Simon ,Red,France,"86–88. Barrel sample. A hard-edged wine, the palate is very dry, and without the fruit to support it. It has edgy wood tannins, and only a hint of juiciness.",Barrel Sample,,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château la Tour de By 2012 Barrel Sample (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-by-2012-barrel-sample-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château la Tour de By ,Red,France,"86–88. Barrel sample. Floral, fruity and juicy, this is a soft wine that has an overwhelmingly fragrant character. It's lush and ripe, but with some attractive acidity on the finish.",Barrel Sample,,87,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Gazin 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gazin-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Gazin 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A structured wine, this reflects the granite soil of the Dão. Fruit from seven vineyards is blended to make this firm, tannin- and black-currant-driven selection. Perfumes from the Touriga Nacional lend lift to the finish.",Colheita,11,87,Dão,,,Casa da Passarella 2009 Colheita Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-passarella-2009-colheita-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2009,Casa da Passarella 13,Red,Italy,"A mix of 70% Sangiovese and other international red grapes, this would pair well with pizza or pasta with meat ragù. It shows flavors of cherry, forest berry, cola, almond and a touch of mild tobacco.",Dogajolo,12,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Carpineto 2011 Dogajolo Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-2011-dogajolo-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2011,Carpineto 13.5,Red,Italy,"This fresh and easy wine from the up-and-coming Montecucco wine region shows bright cherry and blueberry notes, with toasted nut and tobacco touches. Pair it with meatloaf or breaded veal.",Rigoleto,18,87,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Collemassari 2010 Rigoleto (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collemassari-2010-rigoleto-red-montecucco/,Red Blend,2010,Collemassari 13.5,Red,Greece,"This wine begins with rustic charm, and it features notes of olive, cigar box and cedar, followed by equally earthy flavors of spicebox, tomato, vanilla and pepper. The sturdy tannins and texture are softened by a wave of red fruit. Pair this with grilled lamb or burgers.",Eurynome Red Dry Wine Xinomavro-Negoska,27,87,Goumenissa,,,Chatzivariti 2010 Eurynome Red Dry Wine Xinomavro-Negoska Red (Goumenissa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatzivariti-2010-eurynome-red-dry-wine-xinomavro-negoska-goumenissa/,Red Blend,2010,Chatzivariti 13.5,White,Portugal,"While this is aged in barrel, the wood influence doesn't quite work for Arinto, which is a lively, fruity varietal. The result is a wine that is laden with toast and textured with vanilla, and it comes with an edge of bitter lemon. The wood will soften, but it will always be present.",Branco Barrica,19,87,Bairrada,,,Campolargo 2010 Branco Barrica Arinto (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campolargo-2010-branco-barrica-portuguese-white-arinto-bairrada/,Arinto,2010,Campolargo ,White,France,"This is a big, fat Chardonnay—at least in Burgundy terms. It has a ripe yellow-fruit flavor, a rich texture and soft acidity. Subtle wood influence gives further roundness to this almost pebble-smooth wine. It's delicious now, and it's likely to develop quickly.",,25,87,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Antonin Rodet 2011 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2011-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2011,Antonin Rodet 14.2,Red,US,"This shows an old-fashioned Spring Mountain dryness and tannic astringency, which makes it hard to enjoy at the moment. Decant it for several hours to let it mellow so you can enjoy the deep core of black currant flavor.",Amaryllis,55,87,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Bougetz 2010 Amaryllis Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bougetz-2010-amaryllis-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Bougetz 13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine opens with intense aromas of smoked bacon, leather, black fruit and prune. Dry, wood-derived tannins appear on the finish, and, overall, the wine is more spicy and savory than it is fruity.",,,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Il Valentiano 2009 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-valentiano-2009-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Il Valentiano 11.5,White,US,"While dainty in structure, this light-footed Riesling is intense and concentrated, with ripe stone-fruit and tangerine flavors. Nervy lemon-lime--like acidity and shades of slate and steel add depth and balance.",,14,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Spring 2010 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-spring-2010-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Keuka Spring 14.2,White,US,"This tastes a little on the candied side, with flavors of pineapple and lemon tart, plus a note of sweet buttered toast from the oak.",Estate Grown,24,87,California,Napa,Calistoga,Kenefick Ranch 2011 Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenefick-ranch-2011-estate-grown-sauvignon-blanc-napa-calistoga/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Kenefick Ranch 14,Red,Italy,"Firm and focused, this wine would make a great companion to ravioli or tortellini with meat sauce and grated cheese. It shows bright cherry and forest fruit flavors, backed by fresh acidity and medium structure.",Eliseo,19,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Gualdo del Re 2010 Eliseo Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gualdo-re-2010-eliseo-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Gualdo del Re 14.1,White,US,"Tasting somewhere between dry and off dry on the sweetness spectrum, this has tropical fruit, white flower and spice flavors that make it a perfect accompaniment to modern Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese, Burmese and even Indian fare.",Saralee's Vineyard,20,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2011 Saralee's Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2011-saralees-vineyard-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Joseph Swan Vineyards 13.5,White,France,"Round and soft, this warm wine from the southern end of the Côte de Beaune feels rich and generous. It has caramel and yellow fruit flavors, and its crisp acidity will ensure that it will remain fresh and fruity.",Passetemps Premier Cru,41,87,Burgundy,Santenay,,Jaffelin 2010 Passetemps Premier Cru (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2010-passetemps-premier-cru-chardonnay-santenay/,Chardonnay,2010,Jaffelin 12.5,Red,France,"This is a lightweight Chambolle that's dominated by red fruit and acidity. There is a bitter edge that comes from the wood and the firm structure of the vintage. However, with its attractive, juicy finish, it is already soft enough to drink.",,32,87,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Jaffelin 2010 Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2010-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2010,Jaffelin 13,White,France,"The village of Gamay, supposed home of the grape used to make Beaujolais, is actually located in Saint-Aubin, near Beaune. This rich, round white wine demonstrates the full style of the appellation, and it offers a minerally structure. For aging, but not for too long.",Sur Gamay Premier Cru,41,87,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Jaffelin 2009 Sur Gamay Premier Cru (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2009-sur-gamay-premier-cru-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2009,Jaffelin 13,Red,France,"This wine is solid, concentrated and tannic, and it has a dark chocolate flavor from having aged in wood. It's likely to develop into a chunky wine over the next few years.",,55,87,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Jaffelin 2009 Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2009-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2009,Jaffelin 13.5,Red,Italy,"Hailing from the Montalcino area of Tuscany, this Sangiovese-based wine offers crisp nuances of white cherry and cassis, backed by touches of savory spice and bitter almond. The palate is clean, polished and silky.",Azzurreta,,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,La Togata 2008 Azzurreta Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/togata-2008-azzurreta-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2008,La Togata 14.1,White,US,"A darker expression of Pinot Gris than the winery's new Marguerite Vineyard bottling, this wine, which is made from fruit grown at lower elevation, sees no oak, and it's crafted without malolactic fermentation. Pronounced notes of almond and vanilla are layered over touches of peach and melon.",Klindt Vineyard,19,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Philo Ridge 2010 Klindt Vineyard Pinot Gris (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philo-ridge-2010-klindt-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Philo Ridge 13.5,White,US,"Crisp acidity brightens this wine's seemingly sweet lemongrass, tropical fruit and vanilla flavors. Try pairing this with Chinese food or ham.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,White Oak 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,White Oak 14.2,Red,US,"Smooth, rich and mellow, this has flavors of chocolate, raspberry, cherry and buttered toast that almost taste sweet. The tannins and acids eventually kick in, and the finish turns nicely dry. Drink now.",,26,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,White Oak 2009 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2009-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,White Oak 13.8,White,US,"Ripe orange, lime and honey flavors combine with tingly, mouth-watering acidity to give this dry Chardonnay a sweet-and-sour taste. It's an easy wine to drink with mushroom risotto, garlic shrimp, chicken fajitas.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2011 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Wellington 12,White,Lebanon,"There are dark veins of smoke and flint that highlight the rippling minerality in this fascinating Lebanese white. It's made in a deliberately oxididative style, and it offers a slight baked-apple flavor that slowly opens to reveal fresh citrus and honeysuckle notes. It's not for everyone, but it's a fascinating wine to enjoy over a long meal.",Gaston Hochar,41,87,Bekaa Valley,,,Château Musar 2005 Gaston Hochar White (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-musar-2005-gaston-hochar-white-bekaa-valley/,White Blend,2005,Château Musar 15,Red,US,"A new wine from Hahn Family, Boneshaker is appropriately named: It's a big-boned, hearty swath of velvety milk chocolate and jammy fruit flavors. With just the right amount of Zinfandel spice and oak influence, it will please a barbecue-loving crowd.",Old Vine,25,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Boneshaker 2010 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boneshaker-2010-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2010,Boneshaker 13.8,White,US,"While the orange, pear and green apple flavors of this Pinot Grigio seem sweetened by the vanilla and honey notes, the wine's brisk acidity balances it and makes finish dry and clean. This will make for a fine apéritif, and it will also pair well with slightly sweet Chinese, Vietnamese and Cambodian fare.",,22,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Benessere 2011 Pinot Grigio (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Benessere ,Red,France,"86–88. Barrel sample. Dark in style, this wine is marked by notes of licorice and coffee that lend bitterness, along with dense tannins. Very extracted.",Barrel Sample,,87,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Feytit-Clinet 2012 Barrel Sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-feytit-clinet-2012-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2012,Château Feytit-Clinet 13,Red,New Zealand,"Not overly concentrated or extracted, this is a plump, medium-bodied Pinot Noir that should have broad appeal for its cherry and cinnamon aromas and flavors and reasonable price. It's clean and refreshing on the finish, which is anchored by hints of mocha. Drink now.",,14,87,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2010 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2010-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Brancott 13.5,Red,Italy,"Pèppoli is a tight and fresh wine, with lively, one-dimensional fruit. It doles out forest berry, cranberry and cassis notes, which are accompanied by bright acids.",Pèppoli,,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Marchesi Antinori 2009 Pèppoli (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2009-peppoli-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Marchesi Antinori 13,Red,Italy,"The great thing about Sangiovese is that it is usually food friendly, even in its simplest interpretations. Terrarossa Riserva shows slender fruit, with bright highlights of cherry and red currant. The ample acidity will cut though fatty foods and cheeses.",Terrarossa Riserva,32,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Melini 2005 Terrarossa Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melini-2005-terrarossa-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2005,Melini 13.5,White,Italy,"A pure expression of Vermentino, this offers aromas of citrus, peach, dried hay and Golden Delicious apple. Pair this bright white with Thai dishes or spicy Indian food.",,20,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggiotondo 2011 Vermentino (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggiotondo-2011-italian-white-vermentino-toscana/,Vermentino,2011,Poggiotondo 13,Red,Italy,"Ripe raspberry and strawberry notes are followed by mild tones of vanilla spice, rum cake and tobacco. This blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese has a clean, smooth mouthfeel.",Pievi,19,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Motta 2010 Pievi (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/motta-2010-pievi-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Motta 13.8,Rose,US,"This rosé gets its pretty eye-of-the-partridge color from having undergone cold soaking. Dry, soft and subtle, it shows peach, vanilla and spice flavors. Great with cioppino or grilled salmon.",Avila Beach Sunset Dry Rosé of,18,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Morovino 2011 Avila Beach Sunset Dry Rosé of Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morovino-2011-avila-beach-sunset-dry-rose-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Morovino 11,White,Italy,"This Tuscan blend of Sauvignon, Moscato and Trebbiano offers fragrant aromas of white flower and honeysuckle, backed by notes of stone fruit and citrus. The mouthfeel is lean, easy and fresh.",Fossetti,16,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Mocali 2011 Fossetti White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2011-fossetti-white-toscana/,White Blend,2011,Mocali 12.5,Red,New Zealand,"Think Crozes-Hermitage and you'll have a reasonable idea of what this wine is about: White pepper and cherry aromas and flavors, medium body without being overly rich or textured and a crisp, peppery finish. Drink it over the next couple of years with burgers and the like.",,16,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Mission Estate 2010 Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mission-estate-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2010,Mission Estate 13,White,US,"Fragrant honeysuckle, lemon and fresh apple aromas waft from this Chardonnay. It's creamy and rich on the palate, and it offers notes of orange blossom, apple and sweet corn, balanced by brisk, lemony acidity.",Proprietor's Special Reserve 25th Anniversary,22,87,New York,New York Other,Hudson River Region,Millbrook 2010 Proprietor's Special Reserve 25th Anniversary Chardonnay (Hudson River Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millbrook-2010-proprietors-special-reserve-25th-anniversary-chardonnay-other-hudson-river-region/,Chardonnay,2010,Millbrook 13.8,Red,US,"This wide open Syrah shows berry and heavy vanilla notes. As the flavors wind through the palate, the back end seems to tighten up, and it finishes with a somewhat green, lightly herbal flourish.",Three Vineyards,22,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2010 Three Vineyards Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2010-three-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2010,Arbor Crest 14.1,Red,US,"This Pinot is starting to lose its primary fruit, and it's gradually becoming mushroomy and earthy. But the raspberry and cherry flavors are still plentiful, and the finish is dry and clean. It's an interesting, complex wine to drink now.",Andrea La Rue,53,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Flocchini 2005 Andrea La Rue Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flocchini-2005-andrea-rue-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2005,Flocchini 13.3,White,US,"The malolactic fermentation on this unoaked wine was blocked, so this is brimming with pure orange and lime flavors. The acidity is brisk and clean.",Unoaked,18,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Kopriva 2011 Unoaked Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kopriva-2011-unoaked-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Kopriva 13,White,Italy,"There aren't many monovarietal expressions of Pinot Bianco from Tuscany. This wine delivers bold fruit tones of apricot and pear, followed by a creamy exotic-fruit flavor on the finish.",Eliseo,19,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Gualdo del Re 2011 Eliseo Pinot Bianco (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gualdo-re-2011-eliseo-pinot-blanc-bianco-toscana/,Pinot Bianco,2011,Gualdo del Re 12,White,Georgia,"Whiffs of smoke and sea breeze entice on the nose of this amber-hued Georgian wine, which was aged in traditional clay vessels. Earthy on the palate, with hints of orange rind, mushroom and roasted chestnut, it's shockingly tannic for wine made from white grapes—thanks to being exposed to its grape skins during fermentation and maturation. A fascinating accompaniment to almost any kind of cuisine.",Chardakhi White Dry With Skin Contact Unfiltered,18,87,Georgia,,,Iago's Wine 2010 Chardakhi White Dry With Skin Contact Unfiltered Chinuri (Georgia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iagos-wine-2010-chardakhi-white-dry-with-skin-contact-unfiltered-other-white-chinuri/,Chinuri,2010,Iago's Wine 13.8,Red,US,"Give this fresh Pinot Noir some time to breathe, and then enjoy it for its brisk acidity and friendly raspberry, cherry and persimmon flavors. It has an earthiness that would pair well with mushroom risotto.",,24,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mahoney 2010 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahoney-2010-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Mahoney 15.1,Red,US,"This Zinfandel is a bit high in alcohol, which gives it a rustic-like heat. It's dry, and while the tannins are firm, they're supple. Somewhat overripe, this has flavors of blackberry jam, prune, plum and mocha. Fans of big, full-bodied wines will love it.",Alegria Vineyard,25,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rock Wall 2011 Alegria Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2011-alegria-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,Rock Wall 13,Red,France,"Nicolas Potel's entry-level Burgundy is an elegant, fruity wine, with soft tannins, rich strawberry fruit and a ripe feel. It is ready to drink.",Vieilles Vignes,22,87,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Maison Roche de Bellene 2010 Vieilles Vignes (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-bellene-2010-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2010,Maison Roche de Bellene 13.5,Red,US,"This is a lusty, softly tannic Merlot that has flavors of cherry jam, mocha, red licorice and vanilla. It shows some elegance and complexity. Drink now.",,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ramspeck 2010 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramspeck-2010-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Ramspeck 12.5,White,Italy,"This bright Vernaccia layers pretty tones of citrus, pear and cut grass over a lean texture and medium body. This is a good choice to pair with seafood or light salads.",Alata,20,87,Tuscany,Vernaccia di San Gimignano,,Rampa di Fugnano 2011 Alata (Vernaccia di San Gimignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rampa-fugnano-2011-alata-italian-white-vernaccia-vernaccia-san-gimignano/,Vernaccia,2011,Rampa di Fugnano 12.5,Red,France,"Soft and lightly smoky, round and ripe, this wine has flavors of black currant and blueberry, plus a touch of wood and gentle acidity. Coteaux Bourguignons is the new appellation that replaces the rather derogatory-sounding Bourgogne Grand Ordinaire.",Grande QV,11,87,Burgundy,Coteaux Bourguignons,,Vignerons de Bel Air 2011 Grande QV (Coteaux Bourguignons),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-bel-air-2011-grande-qv-gamay-coteaux-bourguignons/,Gamay,2011,Vignerons de Bel Air 13.8,Red,US,"The Mayor is the winery's most unusual blend, a mix of Bordeaux and Rhône grapes that's aged for 21 months in French, eastern European and American oak barrels. It's a mélange of flavors, but the barrel notes take over in the form of pretty baking spices that don't quite mask the green and raisiny fruit. Best to drink soon.",The Mayor,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,Upland Estates 2009 The Mayor Red (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/upland-estates-2009-mayor-red-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Red Blend,2009,Upland Estates 13.6,Red,US,"Made from estate-vineyard fruit, this Malbec is swathed in a rich barrel-derived flavor of baking spice, which gives it a confectionary character.",,30,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,Upland Estates 2009 Malbec (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/upland-estates-2009-malbec-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Malbec,2009,Upland Estates 13.5,Red,US,"An earthy Merlot, this has tobacco and dried sage flavors, plus black cherry and currant notes. It's dry and tannic, but it's not one to age. Let it breathe for at least 30 minutes before serving.",,30,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 2009 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2009-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2009,Schug 14.5,Red,US,"As in the past, this is loaded with vanilla. Streaks of cut tobacco and light, pretty cherry capture the midpalate, and some chewy tannins kick in on the finish.",H3,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Columbia Crest 2010 H3 Merlot (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2010-h3-merlot-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Merlot,2010,Columbia Crest 12.5,White,Italy,"Bright and tangy, this wine delivers a full bouquet of citrus and white flower aromas. Touches of white pepper and crushed mineral appear on the finish, followed by bright acidity.",Obizzo,18,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Donna Olimpia 1898 2011 Obizzo Vermentino (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donna-olimpia-1898-2011-obizzo-italian-white-vermentino-toscana/,Vermentino,1898,Donna Olimpia 1898 ,Red,France,"This is firmly structured, and it shows the earthy fruit character of Savigny. The red plum flavor is cut with acidity. It's worth aging for 2–3 years.",Aux Forches,,87,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Domaine Champy 2010 Aux Forches (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-champy-2010-aux-forches-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Champy 13.5,White,Italy,"The production of Viognier in coastal Tuscany is on the rise. This expression delivers mild aromatic intensity, with layers of stone fruit, honey and cantaloupe.",Vento Teso,20,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Terre di Talamo 2011 Vento Teso Viognier (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-talamo-2011-vento-teso-viognier-toscana/,Viognier,2011,Terre di Talamo 13,White,Italy,"This refreshing blend of Viognier, Vermentino and Sauvignon Blanc offers bright, intense notes of peach, pear and lemon mousse, plus aromatic highlights of honey and jasmine.",Poggio ai Ginepri,19,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Argentiera 2011 Poggio ai Ginepri White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-argentiera-2011-poggio-ai-ginepri-white-toscana/,White Blend,2011,Tenuta Argentiera 14.5,Red,US,"Fruity, leafy and astringent, this Syrah shows notes of plums and purple fruits, with a trace of gun metal running through the core. The finish is astringent, with the character of fresh clay.",Spilya Vineyard,32,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Tapteil Vineyard 2010 Spilya Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapteil-vineyard-2010-spilya-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2010,Tapteil Vineyard ,White,US,"Exuberant and floral, this Riesling is lush and rich on the palate, and it offers sweet pink-grapefruit and white-peach flavors that are offset by a shower of lemony acids. A hint of crushed-stone-like minerality adds depth and complexity to the midpalate.",Semi Dry,14,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Six Mile Creek 2010 Semi Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-mile-creek-2010-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Six Mile Creek 13.5,Sparkling,US,"This blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier feels a little scouring. It has sweet-tasting flavors of raspberry jam, toast, vanilla and yeast. Drink this bubbly now.",Rosé,32,87,California,North Coast,Napa-Sonoma-Monterey,Sinnet 2007 Rosé Sparkling (Napa-Sonoma-Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinnet-2007-rose-sparkling-north-coast-napa-sonoma-monterey/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Sinnet 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This is a lightweight Pinot Noir with seductive aromas of pie cherries and dusty roses, and a delicate, almost lacy, texture. It's the kind of pretty, silky Pinot that would be at home with chicken and fish dishes. Drink now.",,17,87,Marlborough,,,Yealands 2010 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yealands-2010-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Yealands 12.5,White,Italy,"Crisp and bright, this Vermentino and Sauvignon blend opens with loads of bright citrus and mineral tones. The finish is easy, fresh and lean.",Costa di Giulia,25,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Michele Satta 2011 Costa di Giulia White (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-satta-2011-costa-giulia-white-bolgheri/,White Blend,2011,Michele Satta 14.4,White,US,"Rich and oaky, this Chardonnay is pretty much as good as Mercy's more expensive single-vineyard bottlings. It feels creamy and smooth, and it tastes of luscious peach and vanilla custard, butterscotch and toast. Brisk acidity enlivens the palate.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Mercy 2009 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercy-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2009,Mercy 14,Red,New Zealand,"This medium-bodied Pinot Noir is oaky. It starts off with smoky, meaty, hickory notes and never really incorporates them smoothly into the modest cherry fruit, and it adds a mocha note on the slightly tough finish. A grilled steak might help bring out the wine's fruity side.",,29,84,Nelson,,,Woollaston 2010 Pinot Noir (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woollaston-2010-pinot-noir-nelson/,Pinot Noir,2010,Woollaston 14.5,Red,Israel,"Light and accessible now, this single-vineyard Pinot offers delicate notes of red currant and strawberry hull on the nose and in the mouth. Soft, with low tannins and an easygoing structure.",Yiron Vineyard,19,84,Upper Galilee,,,Galil Mountain 2010 Yiron Vineyard Pinot Noir (Upper Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galil-mountain-2010-yiron-vineyard-pinot-noir-upper-galilee/,Pinot Noir,2010,Galil Mountain 13.5,White,France,"Initially closed, this wine soon reveals a crisp, zesty texture and flavors of citrus and green apple. With its minerally character, Mâcon-Fuissé is a sort of poor man's Pouilly-Fuissé, although it often shows more softness.",,17,84,Burgundy,Mâcon-Fuissé,,Domaine Luquet 2011 Mâcon-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-luquet-2011-chardonnay-macon-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Luquet 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This relatively lightweight Pinot Noir features an array of meaty, earthy notes and a modest pie-cherry flavor before drying out and turning even more tart on the finish. Drink now.",,28,82,Marlborough,,,Martin's Rake 2010 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martins-rake-2010-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Martin's Rake 15.5,Red,US,"This Zinfandel is alcoholic, and it's dominated by overripe prune and raisin flavors.",Los Chamizal Vineyard,28,80,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Tin Barn 2010 Los Chamizal Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-barn-2010-los-chamizal-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Tin Barn 13,White,Austria,"The lyra system of training vines is designed to give the fruit maximum exposure. With that and the vines' placement on the steep Heiligenstein hill, it's no surprise that this wine is ripe and rich. Perfumed, intense and generous, this will age for many years.",Zöbinger Heiligenstein Erste Lage Lyra Reserve,71,95,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2011 Zöbinger Heiligenstein Erste Lage Lyra Reserve Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2011-zobinger-heiligenstein-erste-lage-lyra-reserve-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2011,Bründlmayer 13.9,Red,US,"Arger-Martucci hits bigtime with this Cabernet Franc-based Bordeaux-style blend. It marches in a different direction from the soft cult style, showing brisk acidity, hard tannins and relatively moderate alcohol. Yet there's nothing light about the complex blackberry, cherry and currant flavors. Wonderful to drink now, and it will reward aging over the next 5–6 years.",Estate Reserve,50,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Arger-Martucci 2007 Estate Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arger-martucci-2007-estate-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Arger-Martucci 20,Dessert,US,"Made using classic Port grape varieties, this is rich and sweet, with chocolate, coffee, orange, plum and spice flavors. Crisp acidity provides needed balance. It shows a complexity that lifts it above the ordinary. Drink now–2015.",Mistral,40,93,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Williams Selyem 2006 Mistral Port (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2006-mistral-port-blend-port-central-coast/,Port,2006,Williams Selyem 14,Red,US,"This is currently very dry and austere due to its tannins, but it's impressive for its noble structure and deep, complex flavors of blackberries, cranberries, brown sugar and spices.- With such depth and a long finish, it's clearly a cellar candidate. Don't even think about opening it until 2017, at least.",Rochioli Vineyard,65,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2009 Rochioli Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2009-rochioli-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Gary Farrell 14,Red,US,"Rich and ripe, this has flavors of raspberries, cherries, cola and red currants, plus layers of exotic spices and toasty sandal-wood that change with every sniff and sip. With its silky texture and crisp acidity, it should develop over the next 6–8 years, but it's also wonderful now.",Flax Vineyard,60,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2010 Flax Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2010-flax-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Williams Selyem 14,White,Italy,"Creamy, smooth and rich, this gorgeous bottling offers flavors of lemon mousse, apricot and vanilla, backed by well-integrated acidity and fruity concentration.",,43,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2010 Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2010-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2010,Planeta 13,Red,France,"A wood-matured wine that is made for aging, this is closed, firm and dry, with considerable potential evident in the rich fruit that sits underneath the structure. Keep this for 5–6 years.",Pure Malbec by Pech de Jammes,49,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2009 Pure Malbec by Pech de Jammes Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2009-pure-malbec-by-pech-jammes-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Georges Vigouroux 14,Red,US,"This is crisp and pure with Edna Valley intensity, offering complex waves of raspberry and cherry pie, savory spice and exotic sandalwood flavors that are girded with tangy minerality. Drink now with steak, lamb or tuna.",Stone Corral Vineyard,50,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Talley 2010 Stone Corral Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2010-stone-corral-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Talley 12.1,White,US,"Dry and complex, this has flavors of Meyer lemon, fig, green grass, mineral, honey, wildflower, white pepper and a touch of smoky oak. The acidity is wonderful, providing a kick of lime-like tartness. Terrific now as an apéritif, and with a wide range of fare, especially modern Asian fusion.",D,36,92,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Margerum 2011 D Sauvignon Blanc (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2011-d-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Margerum 14.2,Red,US,"Here's an expressive, savory Pinot Noir for drinking young. Dry and crisp, this has pretty flavors of raspberry, cherry, gingersnap and sandalwood flavors. It demonstrates the winemaker's art of blending from various vineyards around the valley.",,55,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Small Vines 2010 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/small-vines-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Small Vines 13.5,Red,Italy,"A new wine from Planeta, this pretty expression of Nerello Mascalese shows an elegant and refined personality. It drinks like a Pinot Noir, with bright berry fruit and background notes of forest berry, almond paste and black volcanic powder.",,,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2010 Nerello Mascalese (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2010-italian-red-nerello-mascalese-sicilia/,Nerello Mascalese,2010,Planeta 12.7,Rose,US,"Picked and vinified expressly for this rosé, the grapes were sourced from the Armada Vineyard. It has a pale, copper-like onion-skin shade, it is aged for a year longer than most rosés, but it has lost none of its freshness. The pretty strawberry note gains complexity and textural interest as it lingers on the palate. Persistent, focused, leesy and long, this elegant rosé looks deceptively light, but offers powerful flavors.",Edith,35,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2010 Edith Rosé (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2010-edith-rose-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Rosé,2010,Cayuse 14,Red,Chile,"This smells intense up front, with tree bark, herb, spice and black fruit aromas. It's focused on the palate, with tight tannins, gritty bite and crusty, dark flavors of peppery, earthy berries and herbs. Cool, long, sly and spicy on the finish. Drink now–2016. Carmenère, Cabernet, Malbec and Syrah comprises the blend.",Tupu Edicion Limitada Carménère-Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec-Syrah,60,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Santa Cruz 2008 Tupu Edicion Limitada Carménère-Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec-Syrah Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-santacruz-2008-tupu-edicion-limitada-carmenere-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-syrah-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Viña Santa Cruz 14,Red,US,"This has Cabernet Sauvignon-driven flavors of ripe summer blackberries, black currants, cassis liqueur and smoky oak. It's dry with smooth tannins, and it shows lots of class. With 8,000 cases produced, it should be relatively easy to find.",Sophia's Cuvee,29,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Worthy 2008 Sophia's Cuvee Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/worthy-2008-sophias-cuvee-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Worthy 15,Red,Italy,"Using fruit that was sourced from the high altitude vineyards of Barbabecchi, Guardiola and Tartaraci, this bottling opens with a penetrating dark-fruit note, plus delicate aromas of spice and black earth. It shows impressive, bright acidity.",MunJebel 8VA,45,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Frank Cornelissen NV MunJebel 8VA (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-cornelissen-nv-munjebel-8va-italian-red-nerello-mascalese-etna/,Nerello Mascalese,,Frank Cornelissen 13,Red,France,"This is a firm and stony wine, with dry tannins that give structure to the intense acidity and the red cherry flavor. It's dense and concentrated, with a solid feel that demands several years of aging.",,28,91,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Richard Rottiers 2011 Moulin-à-Vent,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/richard-rottiers-2011-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2011,Richard Rottiers 13.5,Red,US,"This new designation from Rex Hill is a bit reticent aromatically, but full on the palate, with plummy fruit and a light hint of barnyard. Good texture and nicely threaded flavors roll onto the smooth, lingering finish.",Old School,58,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2010 Old School Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2010-old-school-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Rex Hill ,Red,Italy,"Unique and expressive, this blend of Nero d'Avola and Frappato is aged in clay amphorae and represents a milestone product in the growing natural wine category. It offers polished sensations of forest berry, cassis and spice, plus a touch of earthiness from the clay and loads of bright acidity on the finish.",Pithos,35,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,COS 2010 Pithos Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cos-2010-pithos-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,COS 14.3,White,US,"Bright and spicy, this wine shows generous but sensitive barrel use. The ripe and juicy fruit is accented by streaks of nut oil and buttered popcorn. The finish carries a whiff of diesel.",Ian's Reserve,36,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Chehalem 2009 Ian's Reserve Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2009-ians-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2009,Chehalem 14,Red,France,"A powerful selection, this is dominated by tannins. Under the firm structure, there is a fruity aspect that will develop. It has the potential to evolve into a full-bodied, intense wine that maintains a sense of elegance.",,35,91,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Rollan de By 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rollan-by-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Rollan de By 12.5,Red,France,"Big, bold and finely concentrated, this shows both rich fruit and structured tannins. Notes of cherry, black plum and a touch of smoky wood come together in this wine that needs at least three years to show at its best.",Les Trois Roches,26,91,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Domaine du Vissoux 2011 Les Trois Roches (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vissoux-2011-trois-roches-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2011,Domaine du Vissoux 13,Red,France,"This shows fine balance between its fragrant red fruits and firm tannins. It is a testament to how structured a Fleurie can be, with its acidity cutting through the firm structure. This is for aging for four years, when it will become round, with a rich texture.",,23,91,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Domaine des Nugues 2010 Fleurie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nugues-2010-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2010,Domaine des Nugues 13.5,Red,US,"Delicate and detailed, this balanced Pinot Noir displays a perfect mix of wild berry, mushroom, green tea and a whiff of compost. These threads of flavor, and others associated with them, create a delightful tapestry that continues through the lengthy finish.",Winery Block,65,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Bergström 2010 Winery Block Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergstrom-2010-winery-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bergström 13,Red,France,"The sense of structure that is so evident in 2010 wines is particularly apparent in this perfumed, rich and firmly tannic selection. It shows the hard edges of granite soil, plus juicy red fruit. Concentrated and complex, it needs several years to mature.",Côte du Py,24,91,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Trenel Fils 2010 Côte du Py (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trenel-fils-2010-cote-py-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2010,Trenel Fils 14.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Nero d'Avola, this shows loads of intensity, with notes of plump cherry, blackberry, wet earth, leather and savory spice. The palate has firm, polished tannins and rich concentration.",Hugonis,50,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Rapitalà 2009 Hugonis Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rapitala-2009-hugonis-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2009,Tenuta Rapitalà 13,White,US,"Creamy and leesy, with a complex mix of mineral, fresh herb, citrus rind and pungent botanicals, this is an interesting and refreshing style of Pinot Gris. Give it a good chill and watch it open as it warms.",,16,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Spindrift Cellars 2011 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spindrift-cellars-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,Spindrift Cellars 14.1,Red,Chile,"The welcoming blackberry and cassis aromas are friendly and approachable. The mouthfeel is lush, layered and grabby, with serious structure and dark, handsome flavors of black fruit, cassis, tobacco and black olive. Spicy and dry, it shows some mentholated warmth on the finish.",Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard,25,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Lapostolle 2010 Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2010-cuvee-alexandre-apalta-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Lapostolle 14,Red,US,"The name of this wine, which is made using Russian River Valley and Bennett Valley fruit, is Scottish for “thirsty friends.” The winery's club members helped put the blend together. Bone dry, tannic and complex, it has flavors of blackberry, black currant, licorice, grilled meat and black pepper that drink well now.",Drouthy Neebors,35,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,MacLaren 2010 Drouthy Neebors Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maclaren-2010-drouthy-neebors-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2010,MacLaren 14.5,Red,US,"This bone-dry, full-bodied Syrah has firm tannins and intense concentration. It's a little warm in alcohol, with flavors of dark chocolate, blackberry jam, cassis liqueur, grilled bacon and black pepper, plus a coating of sweet, smoky oak. You might want to give this wine a year or so in the cellar to let everything meld together.",Samantha's Vineyard,38,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,MacLaren 2010 Samantha's Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maclaren-2010-samanthas-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2010,MacLaren 13,Red,Italy,"Tascante is a new brand from Tasca d'Almerita that is derived from the words “Tasca” and “Etna” spelled backwards. From the slopes of the mighty Sicilian volcano, this wine is loaded with mineral, dark spice, ginger, forest berry and dried herb. The mouthfeel is tight and lean, with age-worthy tannins.",Ghiaia Nera,,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tascante 2010 Ghiaia Nera Nerello Mascalese (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tascante-2010-ghiaia-nera-italian-red-nerello-mascalese-sicilia/,Nerello Mascalese,2010,Tascante 13,Red,France,"Concentrated fruits dominate this ripe, juicy wine. Firm tannins lend structural support to this generous, textured selection. Age it for another year.",La Fournaise du Pérou,19,91,Beaujolais,Côte de Brouilly,,Robert Perroud 2010 La Fournaise du Pérou (Côte de Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-perroud-2010-fournaise-perou-gamay-cote-brouilly/,Gamay,2010,Robert Perroud 13.9,White,US,"This barrel-fermented Chardonnay seemingly tastes as sweet as a dessert, although it's technically dry. With its pineapple and tangerine tart, crême brulée and Key lime pie flavors, Chardonnay doesn't get richer than this. Brisk, citrusy acidity gives much needed balance.",,24,91,California,North Coast,Sonoma County-Lake County,Fleuron 2011 Chardonnay (Sonoma County-Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleuron-2011-chardonnay-north-coast-sonoma-county-lake-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Fleuron 14.5,Red,Chile,"This is sweet and rich up front, with marzipan, balsam wood, berry and kirsch aromas. Expect a full and creamy mouthfeel, with a mix of herb, spice, olive and dark-fruit flavors. Extra spice notes in the form of clove, nutmeg and wood grace the finish of this Carmenère-Syrah-Cabernet-Petit Verdot blend. Drink now–2017.",,49,91,Curicó Valley,,,Escalera 2008 Red (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/escalera-2008-red-curico-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Escalera 14.5,Red,France,"Despite the high alcohol level, this is classic Bordeaux, with style, elegance and fine balance between tannin and ripe black-currant fruit. It demonstrates the concentration and rich structure of the vintage, yet the finish has a light, bright, fruity touch.",Cuvée Prestige,70,91,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château le Manoir 2010 Cuvée Prestige (Lalande de Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-manoir-2010-cuvee-prestige-red-lalande-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château le Manoir 14.5,Red,France,"Using fruit sourced from vineyards on an eastward extension of the ridge of Castillon and Saint-Emilion in Bordeaux, this finely structured wine shows a judicious amount of oak influence, which supports the ripe blackberry flavor. It's a complex, spicy effort, and its fruit is finely layered with acidity and toast.",Comtesse de Ségur,20,91,Southwest France,Montravel,,Château Laulerie 2009 Comtesse de Ségur (Montravel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laulerie-2009-comtesse-segur-red-montravel/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Laulerie 14,Red,France,"A dense, dark-colored wine, this reveals the full power of Tannat's tannins. It also has tarry black-fruit and licorice flavors, with a foursquare chunky character. It's drinkable now, but it will be less stark in 4–5 years.",Odé d'Aydie,22,91,Southwest France,Madiran,,Château d'Aydie 2009 Odé d'Aydie Tannat (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daydie-2009-ode-other-red-tannat-madiran/,Tannat,2009,Château d'Aydie 14,White,France,"A blend of Gros Manseng and Camarelet, this fruity effort is packed with flavors of apricot and peach, plus a rich, exotic mango twist. Delicious to drink now.",Chante des Vignes,16,91,Southwest France,Jurançon Sec,,Domaine Cauhapé 2011 Chante des Vignes (Jurançon Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cauhape-2011-chante-vignes-white-jurancon-sec/,White Blend,2011,Domaine Cauhapé 13.5,Red,Italy,"Soft and plush, this blend of Montepulciano (80%) and Aglianico has beautiful intensity to its long-lasting aromas of blackberry, maraschino, chocolate, exotic spice and leather. There's a bright touch of mint and licorice on the finish.",Ramitello,18,91,Southern Italy,Biferno Rosso,,Di Majo Norante 2010 Ramitello (Biferno Rosso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/majo-norante-2010-ramitello-red-biferno-rosso/,Red Blend,2010,Di Majo Norante 12.5,Red,France,"Using fruit sourced from 94-year-old vines, this is a powerful and concentrated wine. It has a serious, complex mix of fruit and tannin, with notes of leather and spice that lend power and density. Age this for at least another year.",Vignes de 1918,17,91,Beaujolais,Régnié,,Domaine Dupré 2011 Vignes de 1918 (Régnié),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dupre-2011-vignes-1918-gamay-regnie/,Gamay,2011,Domaine Dupré 14,Red,France,"Solid and perfumed, this expresses all the power of Malbec, with a fruitiness that comes through the firm, dry tannins. Notes of new wood and juicy plum combine well in this concentrated, full-bodied effort, which needs several years to age.",,19,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Haut-Monplaisir 2009 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-monplaisir-2009-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Château Haut-Monplaisir 13.5,Red,France,"Full, ripe and juicy, this has a flavor of fresh black-currant juice, which is balanced by the dry, firm tannins that promise aging.",,20,91,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château des Lattes 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-des-lattes-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château des Lattes 13,Red,France,"Owned by Beaune négociant Louis Jadot, this wine is big, bold and fruity, with black cherry flavor and acidity. It shows the structure and the potential of wood-aged Gamay.",,,91,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Château des Jacques 2011 Moulin-à-Vent,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jacques-2011-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2011,Château des Jacques ,Red,Italy,"Merlot and Nerello Mascalese make for perfect blending partners, creating a wine with cherry softness and bright fruit intensity, plus volcanic minerality and elegance. Polished and clean on the finish.",Sciara,17,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Barone di Villagrande 2008 Sciara Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-villagrande-2008-sciara-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2008,Barone di Villagrande 14.6,Red,US,"This is made in the smooth, oaky and rich style of the modern cult Cabernet. It offers lots of ripe, jammy blackberries, plus notes of sweet, intense black and red currants, dark chocolate tart, black licorice and smoky oak. The tannins are tough but structured, so give it six years in the cellar and see what happens.",,125,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Axios 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/axios-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Axios 14,Red,US,"Gentle and silky, this Pinot Noir has perfumes of rose petals, ripe red cherries, flat cola and sandalwood, plus a hint of grilled bacon. It tastes as sweetly delicious as it smells, and it feels round, supple and polished. So easy to drink now, but you might miss the complexity if you do.",MK Vineyard,71,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Small Vines 2010 MK Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/small-vines-2010-mk-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Small Vines 14.6,White,US,"An exotic, candied style of Chardonnay, almost in a class by itself, this offers flavors including pineapple, brown sugar, lemon drop, ginger and vanilla cookie, honey, green apple butter and baked pear. Texturally, the wine is dry, crisp in acidity and minerally, with a tang to the finish. There's nothing subtle here, so pair this with rich foods, and don't overchill the wine.",,59,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Sea Smoke 2010 Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sea-smoke-2010-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2010,Sea Smoke 14,White,Italy,"Tenuta Rapitalà steals the scene with this stunning warm-climate Chardonnay. The wine shows huge intensity and persistency, with lingering tones of apricot, vanilla, exotic fruit, pineapple and a touch of toasted almond. It's a sophisticated effort that raises the level of Sicilian winemaking.",Grand Cru,30,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Rapitalà 2011 Grand Cru Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rapitala-2011-grand-cru-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2011,Tenuta Rapitalà 14.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Nero d'Avola, this offers notes of rich chocolate fudge, cherry, blackberry, spice and tobacco. It offers firm but velvety tannins, with a long, fresh endnote of ripe berry fruit.",Hugonis,50,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Rapitalà 2010 Hugonis Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rapitala-2010-hugonis-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,Tenuta Rapitalà 14,White,Italy,"Dedicated to Count Hugues Bernard de la Gatinais (the winery's charismatic former figurehead), this beautiful Chardonnay opens with extraordinary fullness and density backed by layers of exotic fruit, vanilla, spice and apricot. The finish is creamy and long.",Grand Cru,30,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Rapitalà 2010 Grand Cru Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rapitala-2010-grand-cru-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2010,Tenuta Rapitalà 14.4,Red,US,"This is the least expensive of the winery's four new 2010 Syrahs, and it's the most approachable. With fine, supple tannins and a dry finish, it shows flavors of rich blackberry jam, black currant, dark chocolate, anise and pepper, which are enhanced with sweet oak. Only 122 cases were produced, but it's worth a search.",,28,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,MacLaren 2010 Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maclaren-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2010,MacLaren 14.5,White,France,"A blend of 70% Gros Manseng and 30% Petit Manseng, this is a serious, full-bodied wine that's rich and concentrated. It has weight, ripe quince and green plum flavors, and strong herb and honey elements. It is ready to drink, although it should last up to a year.",Sève d'Automne,18,92,Southwest France,Jurançon Sec,,Domaine Cauhapé 2010 Sève d'Automne (Jurançon Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cauhape-2010-seve-dautomne-white-blend-gros-petit-manseng-jurancon-sec/,Gros and Petit Manseng,2010,Domaine Cauhapé 14,Red,Italy,"This vintage of Deliella represents an enormous jump forward in quality and intensity. Nero d'Avola vines grow in chalky soils, create extremely elegant aromas of dark fruit, chocolate, cured meat, toasted pistachio and barbecue spice. In the mouth, the wine is rich, velvety and long lasting.",Deliella,90,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2008 Deliella Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2008-deliella-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2008,Feudo Principi di Butera 14,Red,Chile,"This iconic Chilean Cabernet is firm on the nose, with cola, cassis, cherry and leather aromas. It's racy, juicy and powerful, with flavors of cassis, blackberry, plum, nutmeg and coffee that swim in harmony. This is big, but also elegant and clean. Drink through 2019.",Don Melchor,95,92,Puente Alto,,,Concha y Toro 2009 Don Melchor Cabernet Sauvignon (Puente Alto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2009-don-melchor-cabernet-sauvignon-puente-alto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Concha y Toro 14,Red,Italy,"The Cusumano brothers have been on a winning streak lately with a string of excellent editions of Sàgana—a pure expression of Nero d'Avola. Round and elegant, this has integrated oak tones, backed by notes of red cherry, spice and tobacco. This winery has various vineyard sites across the island.",Sàgana,35,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2010 Sàgana Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2010-sagana-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Cusumano 13,Red,France,"Solid and dense, this shows the structure and concentration from the famed Côte du Py in Morgon. It has a lot of tannins at the moment, although the potential of the red berry fruit and acidity is evident. Age this for four years.",Côte du Py,,92,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Château des Jacques 2011 Côte du Py (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jacques-2011-cote-py-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2011,Château des Jacques 14.5,Red,France,"Initially, this is tight, minerally and structured, but as the wine opens, intense dark fruits and rich tannins surface, creating an opulent, juicy character. The vineyard is planted with 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc, and it's the combination in 2010 that gives such a vital, rich and structured selection.",,38,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Ambe Tour Pourret 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ambe-tour-pourret-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Ambe Tour Pourret 14.5,Red,Italy,"Dark and savory, this has masculine aromas of cured meat, leather and tobacco. It shows huge density and richness on the palate, with ripe prune, blackberry and currant notes. This Carignano would pair with barbecued pork.",Mantènghja,87,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Capichera 2007 Mantènghja Carignano (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capichera-2007-mantenghja-carignan-carignano-isola-nuraghi/,Carignano,2007,Capichera 14,Red,US,"Big, rich and vital, this has a cherry flavor, with herb, mushroom and cola notes that give the wine an earthy complexity. There's also a lot of oak influence in the form of a sweet buttered-toast note. Give this time in a decanter, and serve now with steak or beef-based Mexican fare.",Saunders Vineyard Estate Grown Reserve,40,92,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Boëté 2008 Saunders Vineyard Estate Grown Reserve Cabernet Franc (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boete-2008-saunders-vineyard-estate-grown-reserve-cabernet-franc-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Boëté 14.4,Red,US,"Januik makes just four barrels of this 100% Walla Walla Cabernet. The usual plushness of the Seven Hills Vineyard comes with a harder, steelier edge—a hallmark of Januik's style. It's structured for aging, with black cherry fruit that's annotated with tobacco, coffee and baking spice.",Seven Hills Vineyard,45,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Januik 2009 Seven Hills Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2009-seven-hills-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Januik 14.6,Red,US,"A Bordeaux-style blend made primarily from Merlot, plus Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Malbec, this is layered with waves of blackberries, blueberries, currants, dark chocolate and oak flavors. The tannins are pure and refined. Production is 2,000 cases.",Lot 335,14,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Cameron Hughes 2010 Lot 335 Meritage (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2010-lot-335-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-oakville/,Meritage,2010,Cameron Hughes 14.1,Red,US,"Rich and dazzling, this has a chocolate-covered cherry flavor, complexed with notes of anise, wild mushrooms, bacon and smoky sandalwood. It feels soft and velvety all the way through. Drink it now.",Purisima Mountain Vineyard,36,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Margerum 2008 Purisima Mountain Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2008-purisima-mountain-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Margerum 13.4,White,US,"The sophistication of Luisa Ponzi's wines increases from vintage to vintage, especially at the high end. Here is a Chardonnay for butter lovers, but there is much more to enjoy than just lush barrel flavors. Thick and full bodied, it has notes of caramel apple, poached pear and passion fruit, sprinkled with baking spices. It's a flavor jamboree.",Avellana,60,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2010 Avellana Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2010-avellana-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Ponzi 14,White,US,"This Chardonnay shows the ripe fruit and tangy acidity derived from this cool-climate vineyard. It bears tart apricot, orange and mineral flavors, balanced by oaky notes of vanilla and buttered toast. Drink now.",Olivet Lane,60,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2010 Olivet Lane Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2010-olivet-lane-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Merry Edwards ,Red,US,"The 2011 Resonance Reserve has just a bit more concentration than the elegant regular bottling. There seems to be more new barrel influence as well, offering proportioned touches of milk chocolate, nougat and caramel. All in all, this is a tasty wine with fine length and impressive detail.",Resonance Vineyard Reserve,60,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Sineann 2011 Resonance Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2011-resonance-vineyard-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2011,Sineann 14.5,Red,US,"A special, 25th anniversary bottling, this is a knockout. Dark, smoky and tannic, this has a deep, black fruit flavor, threaded with rich streaks of licorice, coffee and chocolate. Further detail comes in the form of peppery herb. This is thick, muscular and integrated.",RR,69,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Chehalem 2009 RR Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2009-rr-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2009,Chehalem 14,Red,France,"Profiting from the ripe 2009 vintage, this full, elegant wine has a dense, concentrated texture. Named in memory of winemaker Luc de Conti's father, this is packed with stylish blackberry fruit and ripe tannins. Age for at least four years.",La Gloire de Mon Père,25,92,Southwest France,Côtes de Bergerac,,Château Tour des Gendres 2009 La Gloire de Mon Père Red (Côtes de Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2009-gloire-mon-pere-red-cotes-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Tour des Gendres 13.5,Dessert,France,"Fermented in wood, this rich, sweet effort shows the roundness, rather than the flavor, of barrel maturation. It's dominated by full-bodied flavors of honey and lemon, fig and quince. The finish shows acidity, keeping this opulent wine in balance.",Renaissance Doux,35,92,Southwest France,Gaillac Doux,,Domaine Rotier 2009 Renaissance Doux Loin de l'Oeil (Gaillac Doux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rotier-2009-renaissance-doux-other-white-loin-loeil-gaillac-doux/,Loin de l'Oeil,2009,Domaine Rotier 14.8,Red,US,"Rich and flashy in the way of Oakville Cabernet, this shows ripe tannin structure and perfect acidity. The blackberry, black currant and licorice flavors finish thoroughly dry, long and classy. Drink now or age for a couple years.",Estate Grown,60,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2010 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2010-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Turnbull 14.8,Red,US,"A new addition to Steven Kent's lineup of exemplary Cabernets, this is 100% Cabernet from Ghielmetti Vineyard, one of Kent's favorite pieces of Livermore ground. The wine is concentrated and rich, with heady notes of dark cherry, cinnamon and clove, plus a trace of mint hiding in the background. This will please fans of California and Bordeaux wines.",The Premier,100,92,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2009 The Premier Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2009-premier-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Steven Kent 15,Red,Italy,"Rich and full, this has aromas of cherry, toasted nut, spice and chocolate. Its persistency would pair with roast pork stuffed with prunes.",Don Antonio,42,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Morgante 2009 Don Antonio Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgante-2009-don-antonio-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2009,Morgante 14,Red,Italy,"Vrucara is one of the nicest expressions of Nero d'Avola. It bears a deep, dark color and intense aromas of black cherry, blackberry jam, leather and spice. The fruit shows the Sicilian sunshine in an elegant way, without feeling heavy or too sweet, and that's what sets this wine apart.",Vrucara,45,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Montoni 2009 Vrucara Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-montoni-2009-vrucara-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2009,Feudo Montoni 14,Red,France,"This smoky wine is filled with licorice and bitter chocolate notes. Powerful and concentrated, this has a dense character, with damson fruit that is buried beneath the structure. Age it for at least five years.",Château de Haute-Serre Cuvée Géron Dadine de Haute-Serre,49,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2009 Château de Haute-Serre Cuvée Géron Dadine de Haute-Serre Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2009-chateau-haute-serre-cuvee-geron-dadine-haute-serre-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Georges Vigouroux 13.5,Red,US,"A huge step up from the previous vintage, this ripe, round and wonderfully fruity effort is a juicy, mineral-soaked bottle of joy. Luscious cherry fruit is topped with a dollop of butterscotch.",Reserve,48,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2010 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2010-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Rex Hill 14.7,Red,Chile,"There's a lot to like about this dense, deep, lush and totally ripe blend of 60% Petit Verdot plus smaller doses of Cabernet, Carmenère, Malbec and Mourvèdre. It glistens in the glass and shows plush aromatics and generous flavors of berry, plum, chocolate and spice. Toasty and smooth on the finish. Drink this excellent blend now–2018.",VSC,40,92,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2009 VSC Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2009-vsc-red-cachapoal-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Santa Carolina 14.2,Red,US,"One of the best Cabs to hail from the Happy Canyon region, this wine shows the promise of this warmer area of the valley. It's deliriously rich and delicious, offering wave after wave of raspberry and cherry pie filling, chocolate and sweet oak flavors. The acids and tannins make it a joy to drink now.",Barrack Ten-Goal,62,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Happy Canyon Vineyard 2007 Barrack Ten-Goal Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-canyon-vineyard-2007-barrack-ten-goal-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Happy Canyon Vineyard 13,White,Austria,"This wine has concentration, but it also demonstrates great elegance in its crisp acidity, lemon-zest-like texture and bright fruitiness. It's a wine to age for several years, but it can also be consumed soon.",Alte Reben Reserve,55,92,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2011 Alte Reben Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2011-alte-reben-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Bründlmayer 13.8,Red,US,"One of the best Cabernet Francs out there, this shows the imposing structure of a Cabernet Sauvignon, although it's lighter in body, with rich, dense tannins, fine acids and flavors of cherries and red currants. Decant it, and drink now with steak.",Estate,45,92,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Arger-Martucci 2007 Estate Cabernet Franc (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arger-martucci-2007-estate-cabernet-franc-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Arger-Martucci 14.2,Red,US,"This has brisk acidity, finely ground tannins and an intense minerality that gives it a nervy core. The palate is light and silky, yet it has intensely concentrated flavors of sour cherry candy, raspberry jam and sandalwood. It's a fine wine to drink now, and it should develop in the bottle over the next 5–6 years.",La Encantada Vineyard,55,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Antonio Patric 2009 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonio-patric-2009-encantada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Antonio Patric 14.5,Red,Italy,"The folks a this relatively new Sicilian winery are responsible for some of the nicest Syrah made on the Mediterranean island. Lusirà means “Syrah” in local dialect and the wine shows the dark, cherry berry, chocolate and black pepper characteristic of the variety, with herbal and spice overtones that recall its territory.",Lusirà,38,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 2010 Lusirà Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-cristo-campobello-2010-lusira-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2010,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 14,Red,France,"A powerful, wood-aged wine, this shows weighty black fruit and a toasty character. It is concentrated and solid, yet it has a soft and rich side as well. The tarry, tannic character needs at least four years to soften.",Renaissance,26,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Gaudou 2010 Renaissance Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaudou-2010-renaissance-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Château de Gaudou 14,Red,France,"A new-wood-dominated wine, this has a heavy toast character, with extracted licorice and dark chocolate flavors as well as a big black-plum note. Rich and weighty, with juicy acidity, this demands many years of aging.",,35,92,Southwest France,Madiran,,Château d'Aydie 2009 Tannat (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daydie-2009-other-red-tannat-madiran/,Tannat,2009,Château d'Aydie 13.5,Red,France,"Aromatic hints of new wood translate onto the smooth palate. It has smoke and black currant flavors, with tannins that are already well integrated. Attractive acidity gives this a final lift. Keep it for 5–6 years.",,16,92,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Blaignan 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-blaignan-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Blaignan 15.4,Red,US,"Vintage Selection has long been the winery's age-worthy 100% Cabernet. Although this has an alcohol content that's higher than in the past, it should still reward cellaring. The wine is rich with a sweet blackberry flavor, with lots of new French oak. The tannins are hard, reminiscent of an older era of Napa Cabernet. Give it 5–6 years, but anything longer than that and the fruit may be threatened.",Vintage Selection,75,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2009 Vintage Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2009-vintage-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Charles Krug 13.5,Red,US,"The mysteriously named Inchinnan offers a flavorful mix of mint, berry, cherry, milk chocolate, Asian spice, cedar and cola. It's harmonious, with subtle power and excellent length.",Inchinnan,54,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Carabella 2010 Inchinnan Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carabella-2010-inchinnan-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2010,Carabella 12.5,Red,France,"Made using fruit that was sourced from vines planted in 1939, this wine shows the great concentration low yields and old vines can give. It has Gamay's natural freshness, with firm, dry tannins, a spice note and a fragrant finish. It's drinkable now, but it will be better in two years.",Vignes de 1939,35,92,Beaujolais,Chénas,,Pascal Aufranc 2011 Vignes de 1939 (Chénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-aufranc-2011-vignes-1939-gamay-chenas/,Gamay,2011,Pascal Aufranc ,Red,Italy,"Loaded with personality and special distinguishing qualities, this blend of Nocera, Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio is a wine for those interested in Italy's indigenous grapes. The bouquet is complex and layered with notes of bramble, forest berry, cassis, cola, dried ginger and green curry. The mouthful is tight, structured and streamlined.",,65,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Faro,,Palari 2009 Faro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palari-2009-red-faro/,Red Blend,2009,Palari 14,Red,Chile,"The nose is an attractive mix of cassis and mineral notes. The palate is more racy and wiry than dense and soft, with juicy, flashy flavors of berry, cherry and currant. Those notes all carry through to the long finish; drink from 2013–2018.",Terrunyo Vineyard Selection Block Las Terrazas Unfiltered,38,92,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2009 Terrunyo Vineyard Selection Block Las Terrazas Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2009-terrunyo-vineyard-selection-block-las-terrazas-unfiltered-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Concha y Toro ,Dessert,France,"One of a pair of gorgeous Petit Manseng-based dessert wines by Claude Loustalot, this has richness but also lightness from the fresh acidity. This is fruity and fragrant, with a peach-like crispness, and it's worth keeping for another 3–4 years.",La Quintessence,50,92,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Domaine Bru-Baché 2008 La Quintessence (Jurançon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bru-bache-2008-quintessence-other-white-petit-manseng-jurancon/,Petit Manseng,2008,Domaine Bru-Baché 13.5,Red,France,"Rich and full-bodied, this has a ripe plum flavor and a smoky note from having aged in wood. Dark in color and powerful, this is capable of aging for another 3–4 years.",Clos Triguedina Au Coin du Bois,25,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2008 Clos Triguedina Au Coin du Bois Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2008-clos-triguedina-au-coin-bois-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Jean-Luc Baldès 14,Red,Chile,"Aromas of lead pencil, cassis, violet petal and smoky chocolate are complex and attractive. The palate of this Cabernet Sauvignon-led blend is tight, pure and rich, and the flavors of toasty black fruits carry accents of licorice and coffee. The finish is spicy, with a licorice note, and the wine's tannic composition suggests that aging is appropriate. Drink from 2014–2020.",Aluvion Gran Reserva Ensamblaje,29,92,Cachapoal Valley,,,Lagar de Bezana 2010 Aluvion Gran Reserva Ensamblaje Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagar-bezana-2010-aluvion-gran-reserva-ensamblaje-red-cachapoal-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Lagar de Bezana 12.5,Red,France,"A densely tannic wine, showing the influence of Beaujolais's granite soil, this is currently dominated by minerality and structure rather than fruit. Considering the weight of the wine, the fruitiness is likely to develop over the next 2–3 years.",Les Thorins,20,92,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Lucien Lardy 2011 Les Thorins (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-lardy-2011-thorins-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2011,Lucien Lardy ,Red,Italy,"Despite the problematic vintage, this wine opens with bold aromatic intensity, featuring notes of prune, plum, blackberry and spice. On the palate, the wine is structured and firm, with a touch of sweet cherry on the finish.",,65,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Tasca d'Almerita 13.9,Red,US,"Lush and opulent, this shows complex flavors of cherry compote, raspberry jam, date and exotic spice. Thoroughly dry on the finish, this drinks well right now. It offers a delicacy that's sometimes missing in Santa Lucia Pinot Noirs. From Hess Collection.",,32,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Sequana 2010 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequana-2010-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2010,Sequana 13.9,Red,US,"Really easy to like now for its silky approachability, and for the way the flavors gather upfront and through the long, spicy finish. Polished and crisp, it has flavors of raspberries, cherries, tart cranberries and ripe pomegranates. The fruit is sourced from the cool, southern part of the Russian River Valley.",Baranoff Vineyard,71,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Small Vines 2010 Baranoff Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/small-vines-2010-baranoff-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Small Vines 14,White,Italy,"Among the greatest expressions of Fiano, Cometa is a full and generous effort, with deep layers of passion fruit and stone fruit, plus touches of vanilla, honey and light spice. The concentration and freshness is wonderful, and the wine would pair well with steamed lobsters or buttery crab legs.",Cometa,43,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2011 Cometa Fiano (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2011-cometa-italian-white-fiano-sicilia/,Fiano,2011,Planeta 14.5,Red,Chile,"This Syrah-led blend offers a moderately intense nose, with berry and cassis aromas along with herb and spice notes. It's full and structured, but not a bulldozer, and the flavors of baked berry, cassis, herb and chocolate are excellent. It's very smooth and heady, with lots of complexity. Drink now–2016.",Kuyen,40,92,Maipo Valley,,,Antiyal 2010 Kuyen Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuyen-2010-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Antiyal ,Red,Italy,"Using fruit that was sourced from the vineyards on Mt. Etna, 600 meters above the shimmering Mediterranean Sea, this expression of Nerello Mascalese shows elegance and complexity in a streamlined, compact wine. Flavors of cassis, tar, smoked bacon and dried herb are tightly wrapped together.",Quota 600,49,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Graci 2010 Quota 600 (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graci-2010-quota-600-italian-red-nerello-mascalese-etna/,Nerello Mascalese,2010,Graci 14.5,Red,Chile,"Gê is one of Chile's perennial best blends. It mixes Syrah, Carmenère and Cabernet Sauvignon into a lovable, complex whole. The nose is spicy yet suave, with cool berry, herb and olive aromas. It feels fresh, full and clean, with olive, pepper, cherry, cassis, coffee and chocolate flavors on the palate and finish. Only 452 cases made; drink now–2017.",Gê,92,92,Colchagua Valley,,,Emiliana 2009 Gê Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2009-ge-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Emiliana 14.2,Red,US,"Made from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc grown in the warm Happy Canyon region of the valley, this shows the greatness of the 2007 vintage. It's ready to drink, bearing soft, gentle tannins that frame flavors of blackberry and cherry jam, chocolate, vanilla and sweet, smoky oak.",Barrack Brand,42,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Happy Canyon Vineyard 2007 Barrack Brand Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-canyon-vineyard-2007-barrack-brand-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,2007,Happy Canyon Vineyard 14.1,Red,US,"This is tight, tannic and distinguished, yet it shows a sweet, toasted oak touch, with ripe, tart flavors of red cherries, red currants and persimmons, plus accents of red licorice and cola. Beautiful now with decanting, and should glide through the next 10 years.",Hallberg Vineyard Dijon Clones,60,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2009 Hallberg Vineyard Dijon Clones Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2009-hallberg-vineyard-dijon-clones-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Gary Farrell 13.5,Red,France,"A rich, full-bodied wine from one of the masters of Tannat, Pierre Laplace, this has ripe tannins and layers of toast, black plum and berry, with intense acidity on the finish.",Madiran Laplace,15,92,Southwest France,Madiran,,Château d'Aydie 2010 Madiran Laplace Tannat (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daydie-2010-madiran-laplace-other-red-tannat-madiran/,Tannat,2010,Château d'Aydie 13,Red,France,"This is rich, spicy and full of red cherry flavor. It also has a dark, firm structure from the granite-based soil. The acidity that cuts through the fruit lends balance. Age this for 2–3 years.",Clos de Rochegrès,,92,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Château des Jacques 2011 Clos de Rochegrès (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jacques-2011-clos-rochegres-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2011,Château des Jacques 14,Red,France,"Made using fruit sourced from a parcel of vines more than 60 years old, this is a dense, dark wine, with herb, dark fig and plum notes. Solid and concentrated, it has a firm texture, and the dusty tannins match well with the ripe fruit. Age for 7–8 years.",Réserve Caillou,35,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Gaudou 2009 Réserve Caillou Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaudou-2009-reserve-caillou-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Château de Gaudou 13.5,Red,US,"The pretty fragrance comes with cotton candy highlights, along with a note of tangy red fruit. It's concentrated and deep, with appealing purity of flavor and the structure to age for over a decade.",Temperance Hill,60,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Bergström 2010 Temperance Hill Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergstrom-2010-temperance-hill-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bergström 12.5,White,Austria,"Made using fruit from one of the top Kamptal vineyards, this perfumed wine has great texture, with tight acidity and notes of green plum skin and lemon zest. With its depth of flavor and nervy, minerally edge, it will age for at least four years.",Steinmassel Erste Lage,,92,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2011 Steinmassel Erste Lage Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2011-steinmassel-erste-lage-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2011,Bründlmayer 14.7,Red,US,"Rich, balanced and full bodied, this shows exuberantly ripe, sweet flavors of blackberries, mulberries, dark chocolate and raisins, with notes of exotic spices. It will last for 20 years, gradually losing fruit and growing earthy and mushroomy.",Bacigalupi Vineyard,50,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2010 Bacigalupi Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2010-bacigalupi-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Williams Selyem 14.7,Red,US,"Big, deep and hard in tannins, this wine shows the estate's power and concentration, bearing blasts of cherries, currants, persimmons and cola. The flavors are pinpointed with laserlike focus, with hints of cocoa powder and tamari. It should begin to open by 2017, and develop for many years afterward.",Ten,82,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Sea Smoke 2010 Ten Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sea-smoke-2010-ten-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Sea Smoke 14.6,Red,US,"Very rich and smooth in texture, like pure velvet, this Bordeaux-style blend has lots of tannins that are soft, ripe and easy. It offers extraordinary waves of blackberry, black currant, dark chocolate and caramelized oak flavors. Drink soon for maximum enjoyment.",Synthesis,75,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Martin Ray 2009 Synthesis Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2009-synthesis-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Martin Ray 14,Dessert,France,"The Petit Manseng grape gives a honeyed, ripe and fragrant wine. Made from late-harvest fruit, this shows notes of pineapple and creamed apple. It should age well over many years.",Noblesse du Temps,,93,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Domaine Cauhapé 2010 Noblesse du Temps (Jurançon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cauhape-2010-noblesse-temps-other-white-petit-manseng-jurancon/,Petit Manseng,2010,Domaine Cauhapé 14.9,Red,US,"The blend includes 4% each Cabernet Franc and Merlot. It was aged in 80% new oak, but retains its lovely, sweetly floral nose and luscious, berry fruit flavors. Yes, there is plenty of toasty oak goodness, but it's layered in with the fruit and soil flavors. Overall, this is a thoroughly enjoyable bottle right now, with a good decade or more of aging potential.",,35,93,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Ellanelle 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ellanelle-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Ellanelle 14,Red,Italy,"A blend of Negroamaro and Cabernet Sauvignon, this has amazing softness, with plush aromas of cherry, chocolate and sweet spice. The mouthfeel is clean and rich. This is one of the best wines from Puglia currently on the market.",Nero,55,93,Southern Italy,Salento,,Conti Zecca 2008 Nero Red (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-zecca-2008-nero-red-salento/,Red Blend,2008,Conti Zecca 13.5,Red,France,"This top cuvée made by the Pelvillain family shows typical black Malbec color, and it has an opulent texture that's packed with notes of rich spice, black plum and balanced wood. While the tannins are present, the fruit offers a full, rich character. With its concentration, this will benefit from several years of aging.",Eulalie,54,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Cénac 2010 Eulalie Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cenac-2010-eulalie-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Château de Cénac 14.8,Red,US,"The Flying Pig is a blend of 60% Cabernet Franc and 40% Merlot. Bursting with a ripe, succulent cherry flavor, it offers layers of blackberry and spice, with floral highlights of talcum powder and rose. It's has a potpourri tone that dots the long, spicy finish. Perfect for ribs in a sweet barbecue sauce.",Flying Pig,80,93,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2009 Flying Pig Cabernet Franc-Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2009-flying-pig-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-franc-merlot-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Cabernet Franc-Merlot,2009,Cayuse 14.5,Red,France,"Powerful and structured, with a dense texture, this is packed with dark, brooding tannins. It's intense and concentrated with damson fruit. Ready for long aging.",Château Montus,,93,Southwest France,Madiran,,Alain Brumont 2008 Château Montus Tannat-Cabernet (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-brumont-2008-chateau-montus-red-blend-tannat-cabernet-madiran/,Tannat-Cabernet,2008,Alain Brumont 13.5,Red,US,"With its built-in ageability and instant flavor appeal, this bottling may be the favorite of all the 2010s from Bergström. It's complete and delicious, with muscle and depth—a mouth-pleasing mix of berry, cola, sandalwood and earth, plus exotic accents of incense and myrrh.",de Lancellotti Vineyard,65,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Bergström 2010 de Lancellotti Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergstrom-2010-lancellotti-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bergström 13.6,Red,US,"Brisk acidity brightens the ripe raspberry and cherry fruit, giving it a clean, lively mouthfeel. There's a jacket of tannins, but it's fine and easy, and oak brings just the right touch of sweet toast flavor. Lovely to drink now, and it should develop bottle complexities over the next 8–10 years.",Coastlands Vineyard,75,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2010 Coastlands Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2010-coastlands-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Williams Selyem 13.5,Red,France,"This rare unclassified growth from Saint-Julien has all of the elegance you would expect, and it balances firm tannins with a classic black-currant flavor. It has dark, structured tannins, with layers of wood and acidity on the fragrant finish. Keep this for many years.",,130,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Moulin de la Rose 2010 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moulin-rose-2010-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Moulin de la Rose 13.5,White,Austria,"Rich and fruity, this has a yellow fruit flavor that's touched by a hint of pepper. A tasty edge of acidity balances this full-bodied, concentrated wine.",Vincents Spiegel Erste Lage Reserve,71,93,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2011 Vincents Spiegel Erste Lage Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2011-vincents-spiegel-erste-lage-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Bründlmayer 14,White,Austria,"Rich and concentrated, this is dominated by superripe fruit. The wine derives its weight and full body from the clay soil of the Käferberg. The tight texture and acidity shows some restraint, but this selection is about power.",Käferberg Erste Lage Reserve,,93,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2011 Käferberg Erste Lage Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2011-kaferberg-erste-lage-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Bründlmayer 12.5,White,Austria,"Rich, with a taut, minerally, steely texture, this wine has a fine perfumed character, with notes of white spring flower, intense quince, pear and white currant. The bright acidity adds lift to this concentrated, age-worthy effort.",Heiligenstein Erste Lage,37,93,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2011 Heiligenstein Erste Lage Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2011-heiligenstein-erste-lage-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2011,Bründlmayer 13.5,Red,US,"The best of a very fine flight of 2010 Pinots from Rex Hill, the La Colina offers a succulent mix of crushed flower, berry and liquid rock. The flavors meld beautifully, with vivid, lively acidity that brings a touch of grapefruit. The label reads Willamette Valley, though the vineyard is in the Dundee Hills AVA.",La Colina,52,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2010 La Colina Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2010-colina-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Rex Hill 13.5,Red,US,"A stunning return to the quality that was seen in 2008, this superb effort bursts onto the palate with brambly berries, sweet herbs, coffee grounds and somewhat stiff, but polished, tannins. It's complex, with a touch of earthiness and generous length. The label reads Willamette Valley, though the vineyard is in the Chehalem Mountains AVA.",Jacob-Hart Vineyard,58,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2010 Jacob-Hart Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2010-jacob-hart-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Rex Hill 14.1,Red,US,"This is so smooth, rich and mellow, you hardly notice how intense the tannins are. But they are hard, and lock down the flavors of black currant and black licorice, plus the complex notes of minerals, roasted game and dark spices. Drink this Malbec-based blend now after decanting and over the next six years.",Dragon's Tooth,75,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trefethen 2009 Dragon's Tooth Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2009-dragons-tooth-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Trefethen ,Red,France,"A smooth, wood-matured wine, this shows all of the richness of Braucol and Duras. Named “the spirit,” it is a true evocation of the rugged nature of Gaillac, with a mineral streak and a big black-fruit flavor. Age for 4–5 years.",L'Ame,45,93,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine Rotier 2009 L'Ame Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rotier-2009-lame-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2009,Domaine Rotier 14.1,Red,US,"The structure of this Cabernet Sauvignon (which includes small amounts of other Bordeaux grapes) shows lots of elegance, with refined tannins and acidity, plus a tasteful application of oak. Bone dry, it bears classic blackberry and black currant flavors. It will develop over the next six years, but is drinkable now.",Estate Grown Reserve,100,93,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2009 Estate Grown Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2009-estate-grown-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Trefethen 14.2,Red,US,"Soft yet tannic, this has a brooding quality that suggests it will benefit from some time in the cellar. It shows elaborate flavors of blackberries, plums and cola, with earthy notes of mushrooms and mulch. Good now, after decanting, and should gradually evolve in the bottle over the next 6–8 years.",Olivet Lane Vineyard,75,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2010 Olivet Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2010-olivet-lane-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Williams Selyem 14.5,Red,France,"A ripe, wood-aged wine, this has a wood element that's intensely spicy and toasty. The weight of the sweet plum fruit and tannins are equally powerful and concentrated. A selection of the best of Château Leret Monpezat, this will need at least five years of aging before it should be touched.",Cuvée Icône du Château Leret Monpezat,130,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2009 Cuvée Icône du Château Leret Monpezat Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2009-cuvee-icone-chateau-leret-monpezat-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Georges Vigouroux 13.5,Red,US,"Though the vintage helped create a lighter-than-usual version of this benchmark Pinot, it's beautifully crafted and fully realized. Like Burgundy, it disguises its power in a framework of elegantly defined fruits, acids and polished tannins. Cherry, plum, peach pit, pineapple and lemon oil notes are all in the mix. It's a wine that invites contemplation and rewards your time and attention.",Bergström Vineyard,80,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Bergström 2010 Bergström Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergstrom-2010-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bergström 13,White,US,"Viognier is clearly a strong suit at Cowhorn, a biodynamic vineyard and winery in the Applegate Valley of southern Oregon. The aromatic nose is wreathed in seductive scents of flower and fruit. Flavors are a mix of citrus and stone fruits, with a taste of honey that brings added depth, but not sweetness.",,30,93,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Cowhorn 2011 Viognier (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cowhorn-2011-viognier-southern-applegate-valley/,Viognier,2011,Cowhorn ,Red,Italy,"This expression of Nero d'Avola paints a rosy picture of the future of this indigenous variety and Sicilian winemaking in general. Aged in large casks and cement, this is elegant and fine, with an extremely polished texture. The finish is marked by a note of dried berry fruit, plus warm, earthy tones of leather and dried spice.",Contrada,85,93,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,COS 2007 Contrada Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cos-2007-contrada-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2007,COS 14.6,Red,US,"This shows the finesse of the vineyard, not to mention the winemaker's talent. Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, it's bone dry and brisk in acidity, with firm tannins that make it one for the cellar. It has a huge core of blackberry and black currant fruit that's waiting to emerge. Try after 2018.",Maxine's Vineyard,45,93,California,Napa,Yountville,Bardessono 2010 Maxine's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bardessono-2010-maxines-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Bardessono 15,Red,France,"Using fruit sourced from old, low-yielding vines, this is black in color and in taste, with ripe black-plum and licorice flavors that show toasty wood influence. Although the wine's name translates to “pure pleasure,” the true pleasure will be revealed in five years when it will become opulent and powerful.",Pur Plaisir,55,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Haut-Monplaisir 2009 Pur Plaisir Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-monplaisir-2009-pur-plaisir-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Château Haut-Monplaisir 12.5,White,Austria,"Full and rich, this is a beautifully concentrated wine. It's packed with apricot and citrus, but it also has a serious, mineral -driven side that gives it a taut texture. The acidity is intense, and it needs several months to soften and integrate. Keep this for 2–3 years or more.",Loiser Berg Erste Lage,,93,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2011 Loiser Berg Erste Lage Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2011-loiser-berg-erste-lage-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Bründlmayer 14.3,White,US,"After years of tinkering with Sauvignon Blanc, Grgich Hills has finally produced a truly notable bottling—its best ever. This is lightly oaked, clean and delicious, with tart, lemony acids that provide brightness to the green apple, lemon, lime and pear flavors. The finish is honeyed and spicy.",Essence Estate Grown,48,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2011 Essence Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2011-essence-estate-grown-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Grgich Hills 14.5,Red,France,"Made using fruit sourced from the high-elevation Haute-Serre estate, this wine is surprisingly elegant despite the high alcohol. It has a fresh blackberry flavor, with acidity that's balanced by the stewed-fruit richness. The tarry texture and firm tannins all promise long-term aging.",Cuvée Icône du Château de Haute-Serre,140,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2009 Cuvée Icône du Château de Haute-Serre Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2009-cuvee-icone-chateau-haute-serre-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Georges Vigouroux 14.5,Red,Italy,"Francesco Spadafora makes one of the best Syrahs in Sicily and Italy. This offers beautiful aromas of dark fruit and chocolate, followed by spice, leather and tobacco accents. These aromas are well integrated, resulting in a silky, creamy mouthfeel, with long persistency.",Sole dei Padri,35,93,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Principi di Spadafora 2008 Sole dei Padri Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principi-spadafora-2008-sole-padri-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2008,Principi di Spadafora 14.7,Red,US,"An inaugural release from veteran winemaker Nils Venge, this wine contains small amounts of Merlot and Petit Verdot. It's very dry, quite tannic and rich, with flavors of black cherries, currants and new oak, with an earthy note that adds to the complexity. The mouthfeel is warm and almost Port-like.",Pellet Vineyard,85,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pellet Estate 2010 Pellet Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellet-estate-2010-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Pellet Estate 13.2,Red,US,"This was not an easy vintage in which to make wine with as much fruit and concentration as this bottling, but winemaker Luisa Ponzi has done it. Deep cherry fruit comes laced with cola and chocolate notes, filling the textural, detailed and full-bodied palate. It demonstrates terrific length and an elegant, balanced finish.",Avellana,100,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2010 Avellana Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2010-avellana-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Ponzi 14.2,Red,US,"Made in the modern style of soft, sweet opulence, this is insanely rich, with notes of cherry marmalade, red currant, milk chocolate and sweet cedar flavors that continue onto the long, smooth finish. It's a blend of the traditional red Bordeaux varieties, and while it was aged in 100% new French oak, it's not too oaky. Drink over the next six years for its youthful beauty.",White Label,67,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Les Belles Collines 2009 White Label Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belles-collines-2009-white-label-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Les Belles Collines 13,Red,US,"This Sonoma-based winery, founded in 2007, specializes in cool-climate Syrah. Bennett Valley, southeast of Santa Rosa, is certainly a cool part of Sonoma County, and the cool 2010 vintage has given owner-winemaker Steve Law a great success. The wine oozes dramatic flavors of blackberry jam, licorice, dark chocolate, grilled bacon, fine herbs and black pepper, which come wrapped in firm but supple tannins. The dry finish is long—the mark of a well-made, concentrated wine. Drink now–2016.",Judge Family Vineyard,38,93,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,MacLaren 2010 Judge Family Vineyard Syrah (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maclaren-2010-judge-family-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Syrah,2010,MacLaren 14.4,Red,US,"Shows a certain aggressiveness, offering up vibrant raspberry and cherry fruit, cola, mocha and oak flavors, but kept aloof by its acidity and tannins. It's certainly elegant and pedigreed, but it need 3–4 years in the cellar.",Georganne,57,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2010 Georganne Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2010-georganne-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Merry Edwards 14.8,Red,US,"Rich and loaded with exceptional fruit power, this is dominated by the Champoux Vineyard's classic black-cherry character. Accents of clean earth, violet, tar and caramel show extraordinary depth, framed by firm and muscular tannins.",Block One,72,93,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Sineann 2010 Block One Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2010-block-one-cabernet-sauvignon-other-columbia-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Sineann 14.5,Red,US,"Stash this Cabernet in the cellar and forget about it for at least six years. Right now, the blackberry, black currant, cherry, herb and sweet cedar flavors are swamped in hard tannins. The structure is immaculate, though, and all signs point to successful future development.",Amoenus,75,93,California,Napa,Calistoga,Turnbull 2009 Amoenus Cabernet Sauvignon (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2009-amoenus-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Turnbull 14.5,Red,Chile,"This Colchagua Valley blend smells of lead pencil, coconut, black cherry, spice and vanilla. The mouthfeel is firm, solid and complete, with dark berry, fine herbs and spice flavors. On one hand it's fresh and alert; on the other hand its dense and brooding, with coffee and dark spice accents. Drink now–2017; only 355 cases produced.",Gê,92,93,Colchagua Valley,,,Emiliana 2008 Gê Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2008-ge-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Emiliana 14.5,Red,France,"While this is big, powerful and rich, it keeps a sense of proportion and elegance. A dark chocolate flavor and firm tannins show the wood influence, while the rich blueberry-compote note brings in both texture and fruitiness. This needs at least 6–7 years.",Cuvée Icône du Château de Mercuès,140,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2009 Cuvée Icône du Château de Mercuès Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2009-cuvee-icone-chateau-mercues-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Georges Vigouroux 14,Red,France,"This is smooth, rich and elegant, with black fruits and acids that are contained within a firm, understated structure. It has power, but it's contained in a velvet glove.",Aydie l'Origine,12,93,Southwest France,Madiran,,Château d'Aydie 2010 Aydie l'Origine Tannat-Cabernet Franc (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daydie-2010-aydie-lorigine-red-blend-tannat-cabernet-franc-madiran/,Tannat-Cabernet Franc,2010,Château d'Aydie 13,Red,France,"Beautifully perfumed, this has swathes of ripe cherry and plum, with a hint of wood aging. The balance is already well established, with a line of crisp acidity that sits behind the rich, sweet fruit. With its tannins, this needs to age for at least three years.",Clos du Grand Carquelin,,93,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Château des Jacques 2011 Clos du Grand Carquelin (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jacques-2011-clos-grand-carquelin-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2011,Château des Jacques 14.5,Red,Italy,"Made from a blend of Pallagrello Nero and Casavecchia grapes, this shows sweet aromas of chocolate fudge and maraschino, with lingering tones of tar, black licorice and almond paste. The wine is incredibly smooth, rich and long lasting.",Vigna Piancastelli,70,94,Southern Italy,Terre del Volturno,,Terre del Principe 2008 Vigna Piancastelli Red (Terre del Volturno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-principe-2008-vigna-piancastelli-red-terre-volturno/,Red Blend,2008,Terre del Principe 13.5,White,Austria,"This wine is full and opulent, and its yellow fruit is at the fore. The ripeness is tempered by the complex notes of spice and almond as well as the taut, steely acidity. Age for at least four years.",Kammerner Lamm Erste Lage Reserve,,94,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2011 Kammerner Lamm Erste Lage Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2011-kammerner-lamm-erste-lage-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Bründlmayer 13,Red,US,"Made using fruit sourced from 40-year-old vines, this elegant and detailed Pinot does not shy away from flavors of leaf and herb. But they are anchored in pure and expressive fruit, with old-vine flavors of bramble and pepper. What is most exceptional is the delicacy and length of this wine, two characteristics shared by all the Kelley Fox wines.",Maresh Vineyard,60,94,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Kelley Fox 2010 Maresh Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kelley-fox-2010-maresh-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Kelley Fox 14.2,Red,US,"Rich tannins give this wine a bracing mouthfeel, but it's still drinkable now. While it's a big wine, the palate feels -elegant and silky, with spicy flavors of black cherry and licorice. The 2010s should have one of the longer shelf lives of recent vintages, holding for at least another decade.",Ferrington Vineyard,65,94,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Williams Selyem 2010 Ferrington Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2010-ferrington-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Williams Selyem 14,Red,France,"A ripe, new-wood-dominated wine, this is smooth and polished in feel, while the powerful tannins of rich Malbec are preserved. It's dense, dark and concentrated, and the plum and blackberry fruits are layered with the dry, firm tannins and are lightened by the juicy acidity. This needs at least 6–7 years to show its best.",GC,130,94,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château du Cèdre 2009 GC Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cedre-2009-gc-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Château du Cèdre 14.6,Red,US,"An ultrarich Pinot Noir, this is dense and full bodied, with flavors of cherry pie, chocolate, cherry liqueur, graham cracker, spice and sandalwood. Most notable is its weight and the way the wine takes over the palate and lasts through the impressively long finish. Fine now with rich fare, like lamb and steak, and it should also develop in the bottle for 6–8 years.",Katherine Lindsay Estate Cuvee Agustina,100,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paul Hobbs 2010 Katherine Lindsay Estate Cuvee Agustina Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-hobbs-2010-katherine-lindsay-estate-cuvee-agustina-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Paul Hobbs 13.3,Red,US,"The Aurora has just a bit more texture and density than its superb companion wine, the Avellana Pinot Noir. Black cherry, cola and baking spice notes are accented with touches of iron filings and slivers of dark chocolate. Thoughtful winemaking is on display here, creating a dense wine that is nonetheless immediately accessible and delicious.",Aurora,100,94,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2010 Aurora Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2010-aurora-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Ponzi 15,Red,France,"Made from Tannat and aged in new wood, this is a dense and tannic selection that boasts jammy fruit and an opulent feel. Vibrant and complex, it can be aged for 4–5 more years.",Château Montus Cuvée Prestige,,94,Southwest France,Madiran,,Alain Brumont 2003 Château Montus Cuvée Prestige Tannat (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-brumont-2003-chateau-montus-cuvee-prestige-other-red-tannat-madiran/,Tannat,2003,Alain Brumont 14,Dessert,France,"Concentrated and luscious, this has notes of dried apricot and fig, with a dense texture reminiscent of honey and orange marmalade. It has a strong mineral structure that melds with the ripe generosity. Savor this intense wine alone at the end of a meal or with blue cheese.",Symphonie de Novembre,24,94,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Domaine Cauhapé 2010 Symphonie de Novembre (Jurançon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cauhape-2010-symphonie-novembre-other-white-petit-manseng-jurancon/,Petit Manseng,2010,Domaine Cauhapé 14.5,Red,US,"To call this Cabernet massive is an understatement. This is packed with blackberry and black currant flavors, complexed with dark licorice and dark chocolate notes, with a swirl of cinnamon spice on the finish. It's so powerful and delicious, you'll be tempted to drink it now, but don't. The tannins are very strong; the wine is very dry; and it will easily reward patience. Best after 2017.",Leopoldina,75,94,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2009 Leopoldina Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2009-leopoldina-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Turnbull 14.1,Red,US,"Somewhat aloof now, this has grippy tannins that lock down the palate. Underneath the grip are complex flavors of juicy blackberry, plum sauce and exotic spice, with brooding earthy notes and sweet, smoky oak tones. Very fine, but one for the cellar. Give it at least 6–8 years, and it could easily go for another decade beyond that, gradually becoming more delicate, supple and complex.",Allen Vineyard,82,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2010 Allen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2010-allen-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Williams Selyem 14.8,Red,US,"This is a vibrant, lush and layered Cabernet- Sauvignon-dominated blend, with smaller percentages of Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Powerful yet focused, this age-worthy effort is resplendent in notes of leather, chocolate and dark plum, plus a slight trace of licorice. Lay it down for a special occasion many years from now.",Red Wine,145,94,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Lineage 2009 Red Wine Red (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lineage-2009-red-wine-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Lineage 14.4,Red,US,"This inaugural release is 88% Cabernet Sauvignon and 12% Petit Verdot. The grapes come from vineyards in St. Helena and Rutherford. It's an inky black, dry, powerful wine, with intense flavors of black cherry, red and black currant and dark chocolate, plus floral and mineral notes. The tannins are strong, but sweet and refined. Showing lots of class, this can be consumed now, and it will also age for 8–10 years.",Les Sommets,87,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Les Belles Collines 2009 Les Sommets Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belles-collines-2009-sommets-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Les Belles Collines 13.5,Red,France,"This is a taut, dense and minerally wine that's packed with as much tannin as black currant fruit. The structure and layers of acidity demand long-term aging.",Clos Triguedina Les Petites Cailles,25,94,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2008 Clos Triguedina Les Petites Cailles Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2008-clos-triguedina-les-petites-cailles-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Jean-Luc Baldès 14.2,Red,US,"Flavors of blackberry, black cherry and a streak of cola ignite the palate, with a layer of pure mineral underneath. At first a bit delicate, this never pauses, introducing umami and cinnamon highlights on the lingering finish. It's fresh and elegant, with a more gentle fade than some of the more potent Syrahs from Cayuse.",En Cerise Vineyard,75,94,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2009 En Cerise Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2009-en-cerise-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Syrah,2009,Cayuse 14.6,Red,US,"Dark and smoky, this wine is relatively tannic and emphasizes flavors of leaf, bark, root and herb. There's plenty of depth and exceptional power to this wine, which seems unique among New World Tempranillos.",Impulsivo En Chamberlin Vineyard,80,94,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2009 Impulsivo En Chamberlin Vineyard Tempranillo (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2009-impulsivo-en-chamberlin-vineyard-tempranillo-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Tempranillo,2009,Cayuse 14.9,Red,US,"The Four Boys bottling has been particularly successful for Steve Pessagno, and this big, voluptuous 2010 is his best since 2006. Dry and full bodied, it has rich flavors of red and dark berries, currants, Dr. Pepper and cinnamon, with hints of dark chocolate and red licorice. It's quite tannic, and obviously needs to age. Best after 2018.",Four Boys Vineyard,55,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Pessagno 2010 Four Boys Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2010-four-boys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2010,Pessagno 13.2,White,US,"A wine of surpassing vitality and complexity, it mixes notes of melon, jicama and citrus in a fine-tuned flavor explosion. Long and lively, with bracing minerality, it finishes with a fresh lick of sweet herb.",Aurora,60,94,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2010 Aurora Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2010-aurora-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Ponzi 14,Dessert,France,"Ripe, smooth and gold in color, this is a nectar-like wine. It has a honeyed note and a dry edge from botrytis, with an opulent, complex texture. It also has lively acidity that offers the purest expression of Petit Manseng. A great wine to drink at the end of a meal, or with a rich terrine at the start.",L'Eminence,128,94,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Domaine Bru-Baché 2006 L'Eminence (Jurançon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bru-bache-2006-leminence-other-white-petit-manseng-jurancon/,Petit Manseng,2006,Domaine Bru-Baché 14.5,Red,France,"Also labeled Parcel A1611, this new release from Tour des Gendres is a wine made using fruit sourced from a single parcel. It's rich and concentrated, with a juicy black-plum flavor. While the wood influence is present, it isn't dominant. This should age for at least six years.",Le Petit Bois,55,94,Southwest France,Côtes de Bergerac,,Château Tour des Gendres 2009 Le Petit Bois Cabernet Sauvignon (Côtes de Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2009-le-petit-bois-cabernet-sauvignon-cotes-bergerac/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Château Tour des Gendres 15.2,Red,US,"Martini goes big with this flashy, splashy, small-production Cabernet. Made in the modern cult style, it's soft as velvet, with ultrarefined tannins and a brisk hit of acidity for balance, plus flavors of blackberries, black currants and dark chocolate. Really pleasurable now, and it should reward up to 10 years in the cellar.",Lot No. 1,145,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Louis M. Martini 2009 Lot No. 1 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2009-lot-no-1-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Louis M. Martini 14.8,Red,US,"Youthful and compelling, this 100% estate Merlot comes with a seductive smoky note. The juicy berry flavor is rich and racy, while the barrel aging—50% new—hits exactly the right toasty note.",Herb's Block Windrow Vineyards,39,94,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Tero Estates 2009 Herb's Block Windrow Vineyards Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tero-estates-2009-herbs-block-windrow-merlot-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Merlot,2009,Tero Estates 14.6,Red,US,"This shows how a wine can be both immediately delicious and drinkable, yet possess that extra stuffing to make it complex and ageable. It offers generous raspberry, cherry, chocolate, vanilla and spice flavors, balanced with gorgeous acidity and a hint of dusty tannins. Drink now–2018.",Rincon Vineyard,58,94,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2010 Rincon Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2010-rincon-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Talley 13.4,Red,US,"An ebullient, gorgeous example of cool-climate Pinot Noir from an 1,800-feet elevation vineyard at the north end of the Anderson Valley. Sheldon's Roma is classic in its layers of nuanced cherry, raspberry, spice and acidity. Focused and intensely delicious.",Roma's Vineyard,45,94,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Sheldon 2010 Roma's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldon-2010-romas-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Sheldon 13.9,Red,US,"A dramatic Cabernet that shows Atlas Peak intensity and age-worthiness, this is bone dry, with hard tannins and zesty acidity. The core of blackberries, black currants and minerals is so delicious now, you can hardly keep from drinking it, but it will develop cellar complexity with 6–8 years of aging, and possibly far more.",Estate,40,94,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Arger-Martucci 2007 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arger-martucci-2007-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Arger-Martucci 14.7,Red,US,"This is very dry, with flavors of blackberries, cherries, currants and chocolate, plus complex notes of herbs, spices and minerals. The tannins are a wonder—dusty and interesting. Really good to drink now, yet it should change gradually in the bottle over the next 10 years.",Coombsville Vineyard,65,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Antonio Patric 2009 Coombsville Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonio-patric-2009-coombsville-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Antonio Patric 13.5,Red,France,"One of the two top wines from Cèdre, this selection is named after the cedar tree in the winery's courtyard. It's elegant and powerful, and its weight comes from the firm tannins, sweet fruits and fresh acids. The structure is present, but it's the ripe fruit that is seductive. Age this for many years.",Le Cèdre,60,94,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château du Cèdre 2009 Le Cèdre Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cedre-2009-le-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Château du Cèdre 14.8,Red,US,"Always a standout, this is the only one of the Cayuse Syrahs that is cofermented with Viognier. This explodes with flavors of blueberries, soy, earth, black tea, iodine, anise and salt, plus a hint of sassafras. Notes of herb and cured meat add further interest to this unique, captivating effort.",Cailloux Vineyard,75,95,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2009 Cailloux Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2009-cailloux-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Syrah,2009,Cayuse 14.7,Red,US,"The Frog is a bit reductive, a bit shy in 2009 and needs extra decanting. With proper breathing time, it shows inviting notes of violets and strawberries, and it gains concentration through the midpalate, with additions of cherry and an almost liquid minerality. An almost delicate version of this wine.",Bionic Frog,90,95,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2009 Bionic Frog Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2009-bionic-frog-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Syrah,2009,Cayuse 14.5,Red,US,"This best-of-barrels blend shows the powerful tannins and dryness that mark all of Turnbull's 2009 Cabernets. It's a huge wine, powerful and concentrated in blackberries, black currants and sweet dark chocolate, with notes of spices on the long, dry finish. Drink it now, with the best beef entrée you can find. It should slowly develop bottle-age characteristics over the next 8–10 years, at a minimum.",Estate Grown Black Label,100,95,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2009 Estate Grown Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2009-estate-grown-black-label-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Turnbull 14.3,Red,US,"This Grenache leaps into another dimension, with more concentration, earth, umami and salinity than ever before, yet it retains its elegance thanks to a crisp finish of raspberry and rock flavors. Reminiscent in a way to high-altitude Argentine Malbec, this will cellar well for a decade or more.",God Only Knows,85,95,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2009 God Only Knows Grenache (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2009-god-only-knows-grenache-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Grenache,2009,Cayuse 13.5,Red,France,"Using fruit sourced from a single vineyard with great sun exposure, this wine takes its name from the stony soil. It provides great balance between the dense black fruit and the taut, minerally texture, expressing the essence of Malbec in Cahors. It certainly needs several years of aging.",Clos Triguedina Les Galets,25,95,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2008 Clos Triguedina Les Galets Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2008-clos-triguedina-galets-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Jean-Luc Baldès 14.2,Red,US,"The pedigree of this rich Pinot Noir is evident right away in the mouthfeel, offering a silky and satiny texture, brightened with citrusy acidity. The flavors immediately kick in with a solid wall of red cherries, licorice, persimmons, pomegranates and cola. An exciting, complex wine to drink now, and it should gather momentum over six years, maybe even longer.",Olivet Lane,62,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2010 Olivet Lane Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2010-olivet-lane-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Merry Edwards 14.8,Red,US,"A bit difficult to approach now, this has tight tannins that lock down the wine with astringency. Blended with a little Petit Verdot and Malbec, it slowly reveals massive layers of blackberries, cassis liqueur and dark chocolate, remaining stubbornly tight throughout. Many people will drink it soon with beef, and that's fine, especially with a good decant, but it should reward even more with 8–10 years in a proper cellar.",HaLo,175,95,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2007 HaLo Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2007-halo-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Trefethen 13.7,Red,US,"For sheer voluptuous pleasure, this is one of Williams Sel-yem's best 2010s. It just floods the mouth with flavors of raspberry and cherry Pop-Tarts, with the most wonderful array of spices and a tender use of oak. Hard to keep from drinking it now, but it should age well over the next 8–10 years.",Bucher Vineyard,58,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2010 Bucher Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2010-bucher-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Williams Selyem 14.1,White,US,"Bergström's Sigrid is one of the finest Chardonnays made in Oregon. Racy and refined, it shows Burgundian finesse, toast and acidity. As in other top tier wines from the Northwest, the fruit has a certain vibrancy that shouts “New World.” Peach, apple and pear flavors abound.",Sigrid,80,95,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bergström 2010 Sigrid Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergstrom-2010-sigrid-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Bergström 14.8,Red,US,"This is superstrong Cabernet Sauvignon, with precise, concentrated flavors of brambly old-vine fruit taking center stage. The wine spent 33 months in barrel and has the density and power to prove it.",Windrow Vineyards Reserve,90,95,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Tero Estates 2007 Windrow Vineyards Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tero-estates-2007-windrow-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tero Estates 14.1,Red,US,"This shows Merry Edwards' signature of exceptional deliciousness and drinkability, coupled with seemingly neverending depth. Made using fruit sourced from the winery's vineyard in the cooler southwestern part of the valley, near Sebastopol, this is rich in acids and soft tannins, but the flavors set it apart. Notes of raspberry, cherry, cola, tea, licorice, pepper and sandalwood abound and evolve with every sip. Drink now–2018.",Coopersmith,60,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2010 Coopersmith Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2010-coopersmith-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Merry Edwards 13.9,Red,US,"This shows the extraordinary richness and complexity that the winery's estate vineyard has exhibited over its lifetime. It's vast in cherry, red currant and licorice flavors, plus multiple layers of sautéed mushroom, exotic baking spice, mineral and sweet, smoky sandalwood. It's also very tannic, with a brisk spine of acidity. Good as it is, it needs time for all the parts to knit together. Better after 2018.",Williams Selyem Estate Vineyard,100,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2010 Williams Selyem Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2010-selyem-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Williams Selyem 13,White,Austria,"Pure and fruity, this has a fine line of steely acidity that cuts through the crisp apple fruit. The Loiser Berg is a south-facing, sheltered site that helps to create a taut wine with considerable aging potential. Keep for 4–5 years.",Loiser Berg Erste Lage Reserve,,95,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2011 Loiser Berg Erste Lage Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2011-loiser-berg-erste-lage-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Bründlmayer 14.1,Red,US,"While this vineyard is close by the Russian River and is not considered the best of Rochioli's vineyards, winemaker Bob Cabral consistently makes its grapes into one of Williams Selyem's most compelling wines. This shows the impeccable tannins and acids of Rochioli fruit, with sweet, ripe, deep flavors of cherry and spice. Notes of pomegranate, rum punch, dark chocolate and smoky sandalwood add complexity. Beautiful to drink now, it should continue to develop for at least 10 years.",Rochioli Riverblock Vineyard,78,96,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2010 Rochioli Riverblock Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2010-rochioli-riverblock-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Williams Selyem 14,Red,US,"Exceptionally delicious to drink now, this is rich, vibrant and complex. It offers wave after wave of raspberry and cherry pie filling, rose tea, mineral and smoky sandalwood flavors, which are all wrapped into an incredibly fine texture of complex tannins and vibrant acids. The finish is dry and graceful. It's tough to keep your hands off of this wine, but it should hold in the bottle for 6–8 years, gradually losing fruit and gaining earthy, mushroomy complexities.",Rosemary's Vineyard,70,96,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2010 Rosemary's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2010-rosemarys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Talley 14.9,Red,US,"The Camaspelo blend is 80% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Merlot, and it shows a riot of juicy cranberry, raspberry, blueberry and black cherry flavors in a rambunctious display of power. Full, round and balanced, it offers hints of cedar, earth and coffee that extend onto the lush, complex, age-worthy finish.",Camaspelo,75,96,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2009 Camaspelo Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2009-camaspelo-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2009,Cayuse 14.6,White,US,"The acidity really makes this Chardonnay come alive, providing vitality, a quality that's boosted by an undercurrent of minerals. It's so rich in tropical fruit, orange, nectarine and pear flavors, and so generously oaked, which brings a sweet, satisfying note of buttered toast, that all you want to do is drink it now, preferably with steamed lobster and melted butter.",Heintz Vineyard,50,96,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2010 Heintz Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2010-heintz-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Williams Selyem 14.7,White,US,"Winemaker Bob Cabral's three 2010 Chardonnays are possibly the greatest he's ever made. This bottling shows fabulous complexity and sheer deliciousness, offering intricate notes of butterscotch, tropical fruit, pear tart, golden apricot, vanilla cream, buttered toast and exotic spice, with perhaps just a trace of honey. Its brilliant acidity and a tangy minerality provide the balance that pushes this wine off the charts.",Drake Estate Vineyard,65,96,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2010 Drake Estate Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2010-drake-estate-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Williams Selyem 13.5,White,Austria,"Bründlmayer's flagship wine is made from old vines grown on the Heiligenstein hill. It is as intense as a great Riesling can be, a pure expression of steel, mineral and bitter orange and pineapple flavors. It has great structure and a ripe, concentrated character. This will age long and well.",Zöbinger Heiligenstein Erste Lage Alte Reben Reserve,78,96,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2011 Zöbinger Heiligenstein Erste Lage Alte Reben Reserve Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2011-zobinger-heiligenstein-erste-lage-alte-reben-reserve-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2011,Bründlmayer 13.5,Dessert,US,"Another spectacular Dolce, which continues the brand's string of successes and further emphasizes its standing as one of California's greatest- white dessert wines. It lacks a touch of the concentration found in the 2006, but it dazzles nonetheless with intricate, sweet flavors of honey, butterscotch, golden-apricot nectar, orange marmalade, pineapple tart, vanilla and buttered toast. And all that is brightened by crisp acidity. Terrific to drink now, and it will hold in a proper cellar for a decade. The blend is 82% Sémillon and 18% Sauvignon Blanc.",Late Harvest Wine,85,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dolce 2007 Late Harvest Wine Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dolce-2007-late-harvest-wine-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Dolce 14.6,Red,US,"Using grapes sourced entirely from the En Chamberlin Vineyard, this pure Cabernet is deep, dark, focused and tight, with firm but velvety tannins and a perfect mix of cassis, coffee and earth. Even more than previous years, this vintage displays astonishing depth and power. Flavors of Serrano ham and other cured meats, plus a delicate saltiness and minerality keep the flavors developing onto the long, fascinating finish.",The Widowmaker,80,97,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2009 The Widowmaker Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2009-the-widowmaker-cabernet-sauvignon-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Cayuse 14.6,White,US,"This wine shows real first-growth quality in its intensity and concentration, with orange nectar, golden mango, pear, peach pie, buttercream, vanilla, buttered toast and spice flavors. The balance is exquisite, and the way the acids dance along the palate make the wine clean and lively.",Allen Vineyard,50,97,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2010 Allen Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2010-allen-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Williams Selyem 14.7,Red,US,"Dense and concentrated, this has thick, almost jammy blue and purple fruits, with a peppery highlight and an undercurrent of sweet grain. The palate is tight, featuring layers of cassis, ink, anise, coffee and iodine, with an earthy salinity that runs through the finish. The Armada is perhaps a bit less fruity and more austere than the other 2009 Cayuse Syrahs, but is every inch their equal.",Armada Vineyard,85,97,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2009 Armada Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2009-armada-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Syrah,2009,Cayuse 14.2,Red,US,"In recent years, Precious Mountain Vineyard has provided Bob Cabral with some of his most glorious fruit. Tremendous in flash and depth, it offers compelling flavors of raspberry and cherry, accented by sweet, smoky oak. There's such complexity in the acid and tannin structure, and in the earthy, stony, spicy nuances, that you find something new to love with every sip. This masterpiece is fabulous now, and will develop bottle complexity over the next 15 years, at least.",Precious Mountain Vineyard,94,98,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2010 Precious Mountain Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2010-precious-mountain-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Williams Selyem 14.3,Red,US,"This expresses the greatness of its vintage and vineyard, offering wave after wave of raspberry and cherry pie flavors, plus notes of red currant, sweet licorice, spicy Dr. Pepper and smoky sandalwood. There's also something exotically briary and wild that intrigues. Even more remarkable is the texture, an amalgam of acids and tannins that rivals any Pinot Noir ever produced in California. It should age for up to 20 years.",Hirsch Vineyard,75,99,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2010 Hirsch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2010-hirsch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Williams Selyem 14.9,Red,US,"In a vintage that produced the finest overall lineup of Cayuse wines to date, it may seem a little nit-picky to score some higher and some lower. But the En Chamberlin deserves first place again. Brilliant aromatics of smoked meat, bacon fat and otherworldly roasted accents seduce instantly. Once on the palate, the silky, balanced, near-perfect mix of umami and fruit, plus licorice, cassis, coffee liqueur and black tea notes suggest it's as decadent as it is delicious.",En Chamberlin Vineyard,75,99,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2009 En Chamberlin Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2009-en-chamberlin-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Syrah,2009,Cayuse 13,Red,US,"This bubblegum-like Merlot has candied red-currant, vanilla and white sugar flavors. The acidity seems harsh.",Tumbleweed Vineyard,19,81,California,California Other,California,Wild Brush Cellars 2011 Tumbleweed Vineyard Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-brush-cellars-2011-tumbleweed-vineyard-merlot-other/,Merlot,2011,Wild Brush Cellars 13.5,Red,US,"Simple and tart, this has green mint and sour cherry-candy flavors.",Tenacious,11,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Purple Cowboy 2011 Tenacious Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/purple-cowboy-2011-tenacious-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2011,Purple Cowboy 14.6,Red,US,"There's a vegetal underripeness to this Grenache-based blend. The asparagus flavor is matched to the sweet cherry and pickle relish notes, accented by sour acidity.",Rhondezvous,37,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Four Brix 2010 Rhondezvous Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-brix-2010-rhondezvous-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Four Brix 16,Red,US,"This tastes sweet and hot, which gives the flavors of blackberry and raisin a Port-like character.",Gilsson Vineyard,27,81,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Tin Barn 2010 Gilsson Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-barn-2010-gilsson-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Tin Barn 13.2,White,US,"This blend of 64% Marsanne and 36% Roussanne is one-dimensional, and it tastes a bit sour.",White Rhone Blend,25,81,California,South Coast,Ramona Valley,Highland Hills Winery 2011 White Rhone Blend Marsanne-Roussanne (Ramona Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highland-hills-winery-2011-white-rhone-blend-rhone-style-white-blend-marsanne-roussanne-south-coast-ramona-valley/,Marsanne-Roussanne,2011,Highland Hills Winery 13.4,White,US,"This smells and tastes like vanilla, mango and honeysuckle. While the alcohol level is relatively modest, it is apparent.",,12,82,California,California Other,California,Pennywise 2011 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pennywise-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Pennywise 15.1,White,US,Caramelized oak and tangerine jam flavors give this Chardonnay a honeyed sweetness that would appeal consumers who enjoy modern-style wines. The high alcohol gives it a peppery burn.,,20,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Peacock Cellars 2011 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peacock-cellars-2011-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Peacock Cellars 15.4,Red,US,"This Zinfandel tastes and feels hot and Port-like. While some people enjoy this style, it feels a bit clumsy and overripe. Nonetheless, the blackberry, raisin and chocolate flavors are tasty.",Briar,32,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 2010 Briar Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-2010-briar-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Mazzocco 12.4,Rose,US,"Made from Syrah, this is a heavy, fruity wine that offers cherry, orange and mushroom flavors. It's very dry, with pleasant acidity.",,18,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Flocchini 2010 Rosé (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flocchini-2010-rose-sonoma-coast/,Rosé,2010,Flocchini 12.2,White,Greece,"Lemon, mineral and spice notes characterize this indigenous white from Greece. Dry and clean, it will pair well with grilled fish or octopus.",Estate Argyros,27,82,Cyclades,,,Argyros 2011 Estate Argyros Aidani (Cyclades),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyros-2011-estate-argyros-greek-white-aidani-cyclades/,Aidani,2011,Argyros 15.3,Red,US,"Clean and dry, this Petite Sirah has aggressive tannins and overripe currant and prune flavors. The high alcohol gives it a jalapeño-like burn.",Jack's Vineyard,35,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rock Wall 2010 Jack's Vineyard Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2010-jacks-vineyard-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2010,Rock Wall 14.1,White,US,"With its flavors of baked fruit and mushroom, this wine already tastes old and tired.",Saralee's Vineyard,22,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2010 Saralee's Vineyard Roussanne-Marsanne (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2010-saralees-vineyard-rhone-style-white-blend-roussanne-marsanne-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Roussanne-Marsanne,2010,Joseph Swan Vineyards 13.9,Red,US,"Dry, clean and tart, this has cherry, Dr. Pepper and vanilla flavors.",Lot 5,14,82,California,California Other,California,Grayson 2011 Lot 5 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2011-lot-5-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Grayson 14.4,Red,US,"Dry and acidic, yet silky, this wine has thin flavors of mint and raspberry sour candy.",,16,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Fire and Oak 2010 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fire-oak-2010-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Fire and Oak 14.4,Red,US,"Simple, dry and acidic, this has raspberry and red currant flavors as well as an underripe note.",,22,82,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Mercy 2009 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercy-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2009,Mercy 13.1,White,US,"This is dry and crisp in acidity, but the vegetable and citrus flavors are clumsy.",,18,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tower 15 2011 Grenache Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tower-15-2011-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache Blanc,2011,Tower 15 12,Red,New Zealand,"A lightweight but earthy style of Pinot, this offers a faint cherry flavor and dark chocolate and coffee hints on the fast-fading finish. Drink now.",Cellar Selection,15,82,Hawke's Bay,,,Sileni 2011 Cellar Selection Pinot Noir (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sileni-2011-cellar-selection-pinot-noir-hawkes-bay/,Pinot Noir,2011,Sileni 13.8,Red,US,"Red fruit dominant, this tight Syrah also offers whiffs of grenadine and perfume.",Riverside Crossing,20,82,California,North Coast,North Coast,Parkers Estate 2011 Riverside Crossing Syrah (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parkers-estate-2011-riverside-crossing-shiraz-syrah-syrah-north-coast/,Syrah,2011,Parkers Estate 14.9,Red,US,"A heavy, dull wine, this is dry and tannic, and it offers blackberry, cassis and cedar flavors that seem thin.",,18,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tower 15 2010 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tower-15-2010-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2010,Tower 15 15.2,Red,US,"Green and mint-like in scent, with a note that's reminiscent of grape stem, this Pinot Noir tastes hot from the high alcohol.",Pommard Clone,55,82,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fess Parker 2010 Pommard Clone Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2010-pommard-clone-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Fess Parker 14,Red,US,"A wispy Mendocino Pinot Noir, this lacks depth and finesse. It has undertones of currant and cherry, and a wham-bam finish.",,20,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Barra of Mendocino 2010 Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barra-mendocino-2010-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,2010,Barra of Mendocino 14.4,Red,US,"This Zinfandel is a bit rustic, with a jagged mouthfeel. It offers sweet-tasting varietal flavors of wild berry, spice and tobacco, plus a touch of prune.",,28,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Kokomo 2010 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2010-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Kokomo 13.5,Red,US,"A fairly tannic Zinfandel, this is made from organic grapes. Enjoy with pizza or hamburgers.",,13,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Girasole 2009 Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girasole-2009-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2009,Girasole 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Lean and wiry in style, this pale Pinot Noir stands out as being different from most Marlborough bottlings. Modest strawberry and cranberry flavors are accented by leather and dark chocolate notes.",,20,83,Marlborough,,,Wairau River 2010 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wairau-river-2010-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Wairau River 13.9,Red,US,"This is a simple Pinot Noir that has raspberry and cherry jam flavors. While it has a delicate mouthfeel, it tastes candied and sweet.",Ricci Vineyard,34,83,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Tin Barn 2010 Ricci Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-barn-2010-ricci-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Tin Barn 14.6,Red,US,"This tastes somewhat vegetal, with dill and asparagus hints that are set against the cherry pie flavor.",,30,83,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fess Parker 2010 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2010-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Fess Parker 13,Red,Portugal,"Flavors of beetroot and juicy fruit are juxtaposed in this structured yet fruity wine. It has some bitterness and a hint of wood, and there is intense acidity on the finish.",Vale das Donas,10,83,Tejo,,,Herdade dos Templários 2010 Vale das Donas Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-templarios-2010-vale-das-donas-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Herdade dos Templários 13,White,France,"Soft and simple, this has a pear flavor, a touch of vanilla and a creamy texture, plus crisp, lemon-zest-like acidity on the finish. Drink this now.",Les Mulots,15,83,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Domaine Luquet 2011 Les Mulots (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-luquet-2011-mulots-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Luquet 14,White,US,"This is a light, bright Chardonnay that would be a great wine to serve at casual dining situations or at larger gatherings. The finish bears an acidic kick",,18,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Barra of Mendocino 2010 Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barra-mendocino-2010-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2010,Barra of Mendocino 13.8,Red,US,"Dry and tannic, this has adequate blackberry, currant and oak flavors.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Cookies & Cream 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cookies-cream-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Cookies & Cream 16.4,Red,US,"The high alcohol gives this wine glycerine-driven sweetness and Port-like heat. With its raisin and chocolate flavors, this is Mazzocco's signature style.",Smith Orchard Reserve,52,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 2010 Smith Orchard Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-2010-smith-orchard-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Mazzocco 14.8,Red,US,"A blend based on Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot, this is heavy, soft and fruity, delivering a blackberry flavor and a dry finish.",The Swell,21,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tower 15 2010 The Swell Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tower-15-2010-swell-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Tower 15 13.5,Red,Greece,"Leather, spice, red fruit and smoke notes characterize this red blend. Dry and fresh, it will pair nicely with dried meats or tomato-based dishes.",Taos Dry Red Wine,37,83,Achaia,,,A. Parparoussis 2005 Taos Dry Red Wine Red (Achaia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-parparoussis-2005-taos-dry-red-wine-achaia/,Red Blend,2005,A. Parparoussis 14.5,Red,US,"A clean, everyday Zinfandel, this shows the varietal's full body, tannins and spiciness. The flavors are of raspberries, cherries, cola, olives and pepper.",Truant,12,83,California,California Other,California,Four Vines 2010 Truant Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-vines-2010-truant-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2010,Four Vines 12,Rose,Italy,"This organic, Sangiovese-based rosato opens with subtle tones of raspberry and citrus. The palate has a slender feel.",Rosa di Fonterenza,19,83,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fonterenza 2011 Rosa di Fonterenza Rosato (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fonterenza-2011-rosa-rose-rosato-toscana/,Rosato,2011,Fonterenza 14,Red,New Zealand,"Already showing appreciable bricking in color, this is an earthy, rooty style of Pinot Noir. It retains ample body, and it finishes slightly chunky and charred. Drink now.",Marlborough Vineyard Reserve,32,83,Marlborough,,,Awatere River 2009 Marlborough Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/awatere-river-2009-marlborough-vineyard-reserve-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2009,Awatere River 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Most of Saint Clair's Pioneer Block offerings are excellent, but the 2011 Block 16 from the Awatere comes across as a simple, fruit-driven Pinot Noir. A punched-up cherry note dominates, leaving little room for complexity or structure. Drink now.",Pioneer Block 16 Awatere,30,84,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2011 Pioneer Block 16 Awatere Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2011-pioneer-block-16-awatere-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2011,Saint Clair 10,White,Portugal,"This is a fruity, off-dry Vinho Verde, with a soft apple flavor and balanced acidity. A blend of Arinto and Loureiro, this will make for a delicious apéritif.",,,84,Vinho Verde,,,Quinta de Lourosa 2011 White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-lourosa-2011-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2011,Quinta de Lourosa 12.5,White,France,"Soft and ripe, this Chablis has white fruit and citrus flavors. The palate reveals a yeasty character that intrudes on the fresh fruit.",,40,84,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Vrignaud 2011 Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vrignaud-2011-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaine Vrignaud 13.5,White,Greece,"Notes of orange and lemon preserves on the nose lead into flavors of orange, lemon and vanilla on the palate. It finishes with a touch of spice.",Cellar Selection,30,84,Cephalonia,,,Gentilini 2010 Cellar Selection Robola (Cephalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gentilini-2010-cellar-selection-greek-white-robola-cephalonia/,Robola,2010,Gentilini 12.5,Red,France,"High acidity makes this wine taste bright, fruity and light. There is only a hint of dry tannin to the red currant flavor.",Les Chapitres de Jaffelin,23,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Jaffelin 2010 Les Chapitres de Jaffelin (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2010-chapitres-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2010,Jaffelin 13,White,France,"Round and softly fruity, this white Burgundy comes with a hint of vanilla. With its ripe apple, lime and yellow fruit flavors, it's instantly drinkable. The finish is touched by acidity.",Les Chapitres de Jaffelin,23,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Jaffelin 2010 Les Chapitres de Jaffelin (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2010-chapitres-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2010,Jaffelin 13,Red,US,"This fresh, spicy Merlot is easy to drink, and it deals jammy berry, cola and fruit punch flavors. It's a great wine to serve at parties.",,21,84,California,California Other,California,Bota Box 2011 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bota-box-2011-merlot-other/,Merlot,2011,Bota Box 14,White,US,"Albariño is very sensitive to the slightest usage of oak. Although this wine has only a touch of neutral oak, the wood still sticks out. The barrel influence gives it a buttered toast and caramel heaviness. Try this as an alternative to Chardonnay.",Jesperson Ranch,27,84,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Peloton 2011 Jesperson Ranch Albariño (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peloton-2011-jesperson-ranch-albarino-central-coast-edna-valley/,Albariño,2011,Peloton 14.5,Red,US,"This light-bodied Pinot has some good raspberry and cherry pie flavors, as well as bright acidity. Decant to let it breathe, and drink now.",,24,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Peacock Cellars 2011 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peacock-cellars-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Peacock Cellars 13,Red,New Zealand,"From one of the region's pioneering producers, this is an entry-level bottling that manages to provide a glimpse into the Martinborough style. It favors leafy, savory elements over overt fruitiness, offering hints of sun-baked brick, bracken and cracked pepper that are layered over modest cherry fruit. Although silky in texture, it lacks length. Drink now.",Russian Jack,24,84,Martinborough,,,Martinborough Vineyard 2011 Russian Jack Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinborough-vineyard-2011-russian-jack-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2011,Martinborough Vineyard 12.5,White,Portugal,"This is a smooth, apricot- and pear-flavored wine that has attractive acidity. It's fresh, fruity and immediately drinkable as an apéritif or with seafood.",Bridão,,84,Tejo,,,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 2011 Bridão White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-cartaxo-2011-bridao-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2011,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 13,Rose,Greece,"Flavors of rose petal, cherry and a touch of spice characterize this rosé. A backbone of lively spice carries the sweet-tasting cherry flavors on the palate. Pair this with fruit salads or creamy cheeses.",Driopi Agiorgitiko,15,84,Peloponnese,,,Tselepos 2011 Driopi Agiorgitiko Rosé (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tselepos-2011-driopi-agiorgitiko-rose-peloponnese/,Rosé,2011,Tselepos 15.2,Red,US,"Sharp and minty, this wine has some underripe notes, yet the flavor of peppery black cherry tastes jammy. The alcohol is high and somewhat unbalanced, which gives the wine a heavy mouthfeel.",Inocencio,44,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Toretti's 2010 Inocencio Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torettis-2010-inocencio-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Toretti's 12,Sparkling,France,"Light and crisp, this wine has a smooth apple flavor and soft acidity. It is fragrant and fruity, with some sweetness on the finish. It would make for a good apéritif.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,,84,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Domaine du Vissoux NV Blanc de Blancs Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vissoux-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine du Vissoux 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"A hint of adhesive bandage on the nose casts a sweaty note over the otherwise pretty tones of violets and cherries. On the palate, the wine is medium bodied, and it's tart and tangy on the finish. Drink now.",,20,84,South Island,,,Cottesbrook 2010 Pinot Noir (South Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottesbrook-2010-pinot-noir-south-island/,Pinot Noir,2010,Cottesbrook 14,Red,New Zealand,"Owned by the same Henri Bourgeois family that produces a dizzying array of Loire wines, this tastes a bit like a Loire wine. It's lean and tart in style, with barely ripe fruit that is accented by herbal notes and a crisp finish. Drink now.",Petit Clos,18,84,Marlborough,,,Clos Henri 2011 Petit Clos Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-henri-2011-petit-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2011,Clos Henri 14.1,Red,US,"Soft and simple, this bears cola, cherry pie, red currant and pepper flavors that finish sweet-tasting. This is a fine choice to drink with pizza and Mexican food.",,32,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peacock Cellars 2010 Barbera (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peacock-cellars-2010-barbera-central-coast-paso-robles/,Barbera,2010,Peacock Cellars 16,Red,US,"Made in the Mazzocco style of high alcohol and superripeness, this Zinfandel, which contains a splash of Petite Sirah, tastes like Port. The flavors of raisins and currants dominate, and it bears glycerine sweetness and jalapeño-like heat.",Seaton,32,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 2010 Seaton Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-2010-seaton-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Mazzocco 15.4,Red,US,"This is dry, tannic and sharp in acidity. It has a significant core of black cherry fruit, but it seems overripe, as it develops a prune flavor. Drink now.",The Palindrome,30,84,California,California Other,California,Rock Wall 2010 The Palindrome Tannat (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2010-palindrome-other-red-tannat-other/,Tannat,2010,Rock Wall 15.3,Red,US,"Overripe and Port-like, this has chocolate, raisin and blackberry jam flavors. It's rich, and it has a prickly heat that comes from the high alcohol.",Artefact,75,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Relic 2009 Artefact Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/relic-2009-artefact-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Relic 13.8,White,US,"This has flavors of oranges, Meyer lemons and tropical fruits, and there's a good burst of acidity that lends balance. The finish tastes a bit sweet. Pair this selection with Vietnamese, Chinese, Thai, Indian or Ethiopian dishes.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Insomnia 2011 White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/insomnia-2011-white-other/,White Blend,2011,Insomnia 14.1,White,US,"Although new oak accounts for only 10% of the barrels used, the oak influence dominates. Flavors of buttered toast, butterscotch and vanilla ride over the note of pineapple-orange jam. The best thing about the wine is its brisk, clean acidity.",Vineyard Montage,23,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Cru 2011 Vineyard Montage Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cru-2011-vineyard-montage-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Cru 12,Red,Italy,"There's some volatility to the strawberry and raspberry notes, followed by cherry and white almond accents. The palate feels thin, and the wine presents simple, clean lines.",Pettirosso,22,84,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fonterenza 2011 Pettirosso Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fonterenza-2011-pettirosso-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2011,Fonterenza 14.5,Red,US,"Strong flavors of raspberry, cherry and oak dominate, with a hint of mushroom in the background. It will appeal to those who like a light, lean style of Pinot Noir. It's ready to drink now.",Reserve,36,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Peacock Cellars 2011 Reserve Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peacock-cellars-2011-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Peacock Cellars 13.5,White,US,"Seemingly sweet and simple, this has flavors of candied orange, peach and tropical fruit. A brisk hit of acidity provides much-needed balance.",,16,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Picket Fence 2011 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/picket-fence-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Picket Fence 13,Red,US,"This Cabernet gets the job done with its blackberry, cherry and oak flavors. It's nice and dry, and it will wash down a hamburger.",,14,84,California,California Other,California,R8 2011 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r8-2011-red-other/,Red Blend,2011,R8 14,Red,New Zealand,"This estate's Old World roots (it is owned by Loire Valley-based Henri Bourgeois) show in this wine's restrained fruit and marginal ripeness. Notes of rhubarb and tomato leaf mark the nose, and the palate is lean and sinewy.",Bel Echo,20,84,Marlborough,,,Clos Henri 2011 Bel Echo Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-henri-2011-bel-echo-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2011,Clos Henri 13,Red,Greece,"This red is a hunting lodge in a glass, with aromas of leather, game, cigar and cedar on the nose, followed by flavors of blueberry, cigar box and vanilla on the palate. Pair this with earthy fare, such as steak, grilled duck or dried sausage.",Aamackhnoc,25,84,Naoussa,,,Vaeni 2006 Aamackhnoc Xinomavro (Naoussa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vaeni-2006-aamackhnoc-greek-red-xinomavro-naoussa/,Xinomavro,2006,Vaeni 12.5,Red,Italy,"A 40-30-30 blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Syrah, this shows a touch of cola-like fizz that tickles the tongue. Its aromas include cherry, blueberry and a touch of natural rubber.",The Drunken Goose,11,84,Tuscany,Toscana,,L'Oca Ciuca 2009 The Drunken Goose Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loca-ciuca-2009-drunken-goose-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,L'Oca Ciuca 13.5,Red,US,"Full and fleshy, this Pinot Noir has strong black-licorice and herb components. It has a big personality, and the alcohol seems higher than it actually is.",,17,84,California,Mendocino County,Potter Valley,Weibel Family 2010 Pinot Noir (Potter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weibel-family-2010-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-potter-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Weibel Family 13,Red,Italy,"This Sangiovese and Syrah blend opens with slightly burnt aromas of tar and campfire, and it has background notes of dried fruit and leather. It feels dry and a bit flat on the finish.",Castello di Spaltenna,18,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Vignamaggio 2008 Castello di Spaltenna (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-vignamaggio-2008-castello-spaltenna-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Villa Vignamaggio 14,Red,New Zealand,"Fully mature, this light- to medium-bodied wine shows an evolved color, modest cherry fruit and prominent notes of rusty iron and dusty earth. Drink now.",Paladin,32,84,Marlborough,,,Staete Landt 2009 Paladin Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staete-landt-2009-paladin-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2009,Staete Landt ,Red,France,"This is a tight wine, with as much acidity as fruit. The red berry flavor cuts through the crisp texture, which hints at tannins.",Signature,,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Maison Champy 2010 Signature (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2010-signature-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2010,Maison Champy 13.8,Red,US,"Ripe, fruity and tannic, this shows lusty flavors of cherry and raspberry jam that finish sweet and spicy. The blend is Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Zinfandel.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Mad Crush 2010 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mad-crush-2010-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,Mad Crush 14,Red,Portugal,"An upfront, strawberry-flavored wine, this is ripe and immediately fruity. There are enough tannins to hold the palate together, but it is ready to drink now.",Vale de Lobos,11,84,Tejo,,,Quinta da Ribeirinha 2009 Vale de Lobos Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ribeirinha-2009-vale-lobos-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta da Ribeirinha 13.6,White,US,"This tastes a bit on the sweet side, with flavors of white sugar, orange, lemon, lime and vanilla. Fortunately, there's a cut of crisp acidity that lends balance. The grapes come mainly from Lake County and Paso Robles.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Leese-Fitch 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leese-fitch-2011-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Leese-Fitch 12.5,Red,Greece,"Mint, cedar and clove aromas are followed by pepper, clove and black fruit flavors. It's not overly complex, but it offers distinctive indigenous character, and it will pair nicely with grilled meat.",,15,84,Naoussa,,,Vaeni 2007 Xinomavro (Naoussa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vaeni-2007-greek-red-xinomavro-naoussa/,Xinomavro,2007,Vaeni 14,Red,Portugal,"This wine has earthy aromas, and it's densely packed with dark chocolate and black plum flavors. The dense tannins still dominate, so give it a few months.",Colleja,10,84,Douro,,,Wines & Winemakers 2011 Colleja Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2011-colleja-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2011,Wines & Winemakers 13.8,Red,US,"Rustic and a little sweet tasting, this has flavors of cherry pie, red currant and toast. Drink it with cheeseburgers.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Insomnia 2010 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/insomnia-2010-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,Insomnia 14,Red,Greece,"This Syrah-Xinomavro blend offers notes of clove and blueberry on the nose, followed by flavors of smoked meat, black fruit and cedar on the palate. It feels big, and it finishes with a clean, spirited flourish.",Syrah-Xinomavro,17,84,Florina,,,Alpha Estate 2008 Syrah-Xinomavro Red (Florina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-estate-2008-syrah-xinomavro-red-florina/,Red Blend,2008,Alpha Estate 13,Red,New Zealand,"Light and refreshing in style, this wine boasts slightly confected cherry fruit amplified by bright acidity. It's straightforward and relatively simple; drink it over the next year or so.",,18,84,Marlborough,,,Fire Road 2011 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fire-road-2011-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2011,Fire Road 13.9,Red,US,"This wine has the weight and silkiness of a Pinot Noir, but it has Merlot's cherry, currant and anise flavors.",Lot 6,10,84,California,California Other,California,Grayson 2011 Lot 6 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2011-lot-6-merlot-other/,Merlot,2011,Grayson 14.9,Red,US,"Made from Syrah, Petite Sirah and Grenache, this robust, tannic blend has sweet-tasting jam and cola flavors, plus a note of peppery spice. It's a little hot due to the high alcohol, and it has a touch of green vegetable on the midpalate. Drink up.",The Big Easy,35,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2010 The Big Easy Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2010-big-easy-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Fess Parker 14.4,Red,US,"Give this Merlot some time to breathe before serving. Right out of the bottle, it's tough, gritty and tannic. It will never be a mellow wine, but it does have nice black-cherry and licorice flavors.",,25,84,California,Central Coast,Paicines,Donati Family Vineyard 2010 Merlot (Paicines),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donati-2010-merlot-central-coast-paicines/,Merlot,2010,Donati Family Vineyard 14.5,White,US,"This Chardonnay has brisk, crisp acidity and flavors of pineapple, orange and mango. There are dominating notes of buttered toast and sweet butterscotch.",Appellation Series,30,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Cru 2011 Appellation Series Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cru-2011-appellation-series-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Cru 12.5,White,Bulgaria,"Fragrant of baked apple and vanilla spice, this Bulgarian Sauvignon Blanc is just a shade off dry. It offers straightforward but easy-drinking apple and flower flavors, and the bright acidity lends a clean, brisk finish.",Veni Vidi Vici,9,85,Thracian Valley,,,Vini 2011 Veni Vidi Vici Sauvignon Blanc (Thracian Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vini-2011-veni-vidi-vici-sauvignon-blanc-thracian-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Vini 13.5,Red,Greece,"Smoked sausage, mushroom and clove aromas lead this big, spicy red. Chewy on the palate, it offers flavors of smoke, pepper and leathery spice. Pair it with grilled meats, spiced stews or robust cheeses.",Young Vines,18,85,Naoussa,,,Thymiopoulos 2010 Young Vines Xinomavro (Naoussa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thymiopoulos-2010-young-vines-greek-red-xinomavro-naoussa/,Xinomavro,2010,Thymiopoulos 15.8,Red,US,"Stagecoach is a highly regarded vineyard, but this Zinfandel doesn't show it at its best. This wine is too high in alcohol, and it has Port-like prune and blackberry flavors. It has hard tannins that surface without sweetness.",Stagecoach Vineyard,40,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rock Wall 2010 Stagecoach Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2010-stagecoach-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Rock Wall 12,Rose,Israel,"Tart red-berry and savory herb aromas lead the nose of this rosé made from 70% Barbera and 30% Merlot. The palate offers light tannins and red-fruit-skin flavors, ending clean and crisp.",,15,85,Galilee,,,Recanati 2011 Rosé (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2011-rose-galilee/,Rosé,2011,Recanati 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"A simple, cherry-driven example of Marlborough Pinot Noir, this medium-bodied wine doesn't offer much richness, depth or texture, yet pleases for its purity of fruit. Drink it over the next year or so.",Vicar's Choice,26,85,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2011 Vicar's Choice Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2011-vicars-choice-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2011,Saint Clair 14.5,Red,US,"This blend of Syrah and several other Rhône varieties is easy to like for its full-bodied flavors of currants, leather and spices. With its grippy tannins, this will pair well with ribs, burgers and tacos.",Blend 4,20,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Troublemaker by Austin Hope NV Blend 4 Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/troublemaker-by-austin-hope-nv-blend-4-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,,Troublemaker by Austin Hope 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Pale in color, this light-bodied Pinot Noir is appropriately supple in texture and offers modest berry and chocolate notes. The finish is surprisingly long, but a bit lemony. Drink now.",,14,85,Marlborough,,,Matua Valley 2011 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-2011-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2011,Matua Valley 13,White,France,"A light and fruity Chardonnay, this has a softness that's akin to creamed apple and ripe melon. The orange-zest-like acidity adds to the feel of this open, ready-to-drink wine.",Les Sétilles,25,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Olivier Leflaive 2010 Les Sétilles (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2010-setilles-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2010,Olivier Leflaive 14,White,US,"Flavors of candied lemon, lime and pineapple are brightened by crisp acidity in this unoaked Sauvignon Blanc. The wine reflects this cool-climate Monterey appellation with its clean, brisk character.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Mercy 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercy-2010-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Mercy 13,Red,New Zealand,"Despite this estate remaining among the top echelon of New Zealand Riesling producers, Framingham's Pinot Noir is solid but unexciting. It's plump and medium bodied, and it offers modest cherry fruit and a touch of bitterness on the finish.",,28,85,Marlborough,,,Framingham 2010 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/framingham-2010-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2010,Framingham 14.8,Red,US,"Soft and already easy to drink, this exhibits California ripeness, and it offers cherry pie, chocolate and red licorice flavors.",Saddle Up,22,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Flocchini 2007 Saddle Up Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flocchini-2007-saddle-up-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2007,Flocchini ,Red,Italy,"Showing integrity, intensity and persistency, this opens with penetrating aromas of dark cherry, spice, leather and prune. The mouthfeel is smooth and long, with fine, polished tannins.",Burdese,42,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2009 Burdese Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2009-burdese-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2009,Planeta ,Red,Italy,"This is an elegant wine that opens with aromas of blue flower, cassis, ginger, tar, cola and licorice. There are blasts of fresh mint and spice on the polished, streamlined finish.",Archineri,40,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Pietradolce 2008 Archineri (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietradolce-2008-archineri-italian-red-nerello-mascalese-etna/,Nerello Mascalese,2008,Pietradolce 13,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Nero d'Avola, Tannat and small percentages of other grapes, this shows Sicilian ripeness and bright fruit. It also reveals sophistication and complexity, with notes of spice and leather, plus dark chocolate richness.",Tancredi,40,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Donnafugata 2008 Tancredi Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2008-tancredi-sicilia/,Red Blend,2008,Donnafugata 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made using Mondeuse grapes that were farmed on the slopes of Mt. Etna, this shows an elegant, etched quality, with a mineral nuance that's backed by cassis, licorice, tobacco and dark fruit. The tannins are tight and polished.",L'Ardenza,48,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cottanera 2007 L'Ardenza Mondeuse (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottanera-2007-lardenza-other-red-mondeuse-sicilia/,Mondeuse,2007,Cottanera 13.5,Red,Italy,"One of the leading wineries in the Cerasuolo di Vittoria appellation, Valle dell'Acate delivers an elegant and feminine expression, with bright aromas of blue flower, forest fruit and almond paste. The wine's natural freshness would stand up nicely to ricotta ravioli.",,23,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico,,Valle dell'Acate 2009 Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2009-red-cerasuolo-vittoria-classico/,Red Blend,2009,Valle dell'Acate 13.5,Red,France,This is a lush wine that oozes with the superripe flavor of sweet blackberry. The firm tannins and dense structure act as a counterbalance and push the wine into a more structured sphere. The fruit quality and overall balance promise 4–5 years of aging.,Cuvée Reine,25,90,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château de Roquebrune 2009 Cuvée Reine (Lalande de Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roquebrune-2009-cuvee-reine-red-lalande-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Roquebrune 14.6,Red,US,"This is a big, rich, fruity Cabernet. It's quite a delicious mouthful of jammy blackberries, red currants, milk chocolate and cedar, but it wants some 5–6 years in the cellar. The grapes come from vineyards all over the valley.",,59,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Damian Rae 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damian-rae-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Damian Rae 15,Red,US,"Aged for 18 months in 100% new Virginia oak, this hefty blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Tannat has a deep, bass-like nose that mixes scents of caramel, mocha and cinnamon with notes of potpourri, dark cherry and gravel. It feels fleshy and full on the palate, with chewy tannins, stunning acids and a bold, well-stated finish.",Tranquility Cabernet Sauvignon-Tannat,40,90,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2010 Tranquility Cabernet Sauvignon-Tannat Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2010-tranquility-cabernet-sauvignon-tannat-red-virginia/,Red Blend,2010,Tarara 13.7,White,US,"In the past, the winery made a Mendocino appellation Chardonnay from a mix of Anderson Valley and Potter Valley fruit. But in 2010, all of the fruit is sourced from the Anderson Valley. This is fleshy, soft and lush, bearing grapefruit and fig flavors that are wrapped in a tightly focused package with a bright finish.",,17,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Navarro 2010 Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2010-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2010,Navarro 13.5,Red,US,"Oregon Pinot Noir is no rarity, except when it bears the Walla Walla appellation, as this one does. Made using fruit from the Couse Creek Vineyard, this is lovely from the first sniff. A wealth of earthy and herbal scents, dusty spices and brambly berries make this memorable. It finishes with medium weight and a whiff of truffle.",,42,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Watermill 2010 Pinot Noir (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/watermill-2010-pinot-noir-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Pinot Noir,2010,Watermill 13,Red,France,"An attractively balanced Moulin-à-Vent, this has firm tannins that contrast well with the damson flavor and tight acidity. The finish is fresh, with a hint of minerality.",Domane de la Passion,15,89,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Signé Vigneron 2011 Domane de la Passion (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2011-domane-passion-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2011,Signé Vigneron 13.5,Red,Italy,"There's a ripe and opulent quality that gives the wine loads of intensity and consistency. The purity of the fruit is excellent, and the finish reveals nicely integrated acidity.",,22,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Montoni 2010 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-montoni-2010-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Feudo Montoni 14,Red,Chile,"The aromatic opening includes a forest-like note, plus mineral and earthy berry scents. The palate feels chunky and wide, with solid tannins that don't bite or dominate. Flavors of herb, olive, spice, molasses and cassis are typical for the Alto Maipo, while the finish is defined by racy acids that should allow this wine to age nicely for another five-plus years.",T.H. Alto Maipo,25,89,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2010 T.H. Alto Maipo Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2010-th-alto-maipo-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Undurraga 14.5,Red,Chile,"This red blend is snappy but also jammy on the nose, with a blueberry aroma and a pinch of green. The mouthfeel is syrupy and big, with jammy flavors of baked berry and cherry. On the finish, there's enough acidity to keep it fresh as the red berry and cassis flavors take over.",Vernus,20,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Helena 2010 Vernus Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-helena-2010-vernus-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Santa Helena 14.5,Red,France,"Bright and fruity, this blend of Duras, Braucol and Syrah comes with a spice note and a firm edge of tannins. It is rich and intensely fruity, with notes of black cherries and berries complementing each other. The acidity and firm finish suggest it will age for 3–4 years.",Les Gravels,18,89,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine Rotier 2010 Les Gravels Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rotier-2010-gravels-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2010,Domaine Rotier 14.5,Red,France,"Fragrant, soft and fruity, this has weight and firm tannins, which meld with the juicy blackberry flavor. The result is a forward and ready-to-drink wine.",Château Leret Monpezat,20,89,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2009 Château Leret Monpezat Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2009-chateau-leret-monpezat-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Georges Vigouroux 14.5,Red,Chile,"Bold cherry and berry notes show herbal, reedy nuances, with a palate that's deep and tight as nails. Flavors of toast, chocolate and spice ride on a core of dark berry, and the finish is equally toasty and chocolaty, but also a tad hot.",Gran Reserva,21,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2009 Gran Reserva Petit Verdot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2009-gran-reserva-petit-verdot-colchagua-valley/,Petit Verdot,2009,Casa Silva 13.5,Red,US,"This is a fine effort from first-year fruit that was cropped way down for extra concentration. It's a vibrant wine with a bright raspberry flavor that has a pretty, lightly candied quality.",Dijon 667 Clone,54,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Carabella 2010 Dijon 667 Clone Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carabella-2010-dijon-667-clone-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2010,Carabella 13.1,Red,US,"Medium bodied, this fruity vineyard-designate has a peppery spice note. A touch of dried herb and a hint of earth carry onto the finish.",Stoller Vineyards,48,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Chehalem 2010 Stoller Vineyards Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2010-stoller-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Chehalem 13,Red,US,"Sharp and tangy, this assertive wine shows a well-integrated mix of berry, cherry, sassafras and herb. Lightly dusted with fresh earth, it does a gentle fade through the finish.",Mirabai,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Kelley Fox 2010 Mirabai Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kelley-fox-2010-mirabai-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Kelley Fox 13.4,Red,US,"Fruit sourced from three vineyards—Lange Estate, Freedom Hill and Yamhill—has been artfully blended into an aromatic wine, showing a pleasing mix of black cherry, cola and cocoa flavors. Open and broadly accessible, this is a balanced and quite delicious drink which will be best enjoyed over the next few years.",Three Hills Cuvée,40,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lange 2010 Three Hills Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-2010-three-hills-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Lange 12.9,White,US,"The 11th vintage of Abacela's Albariño is a racy wine, with excellent varietal character. Fruit flavors suggest a mix of cucumber, apple, citrus and melon. There's a trace of oyster shell minerality and a bracing whiff of sea breeze on the finish.",,18,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2011 Albariño (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2011-albarino-southern-umpqua-valley/,Albariño,2011,Abacela 13.5,Red,US,"This AVA's typical minerality underscores this full-bodied wine, which bears flavors of spice, berry and black cherry cola.",Justice Vineyard,38,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Westrey 2010 Justice Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westrey-2010-justice-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Westrey 14,Red,Chile,"The aromas on this Carignan-Syrah blend are gritty and suggest asphalt, smoked meat and dark berry notes. It feels electric and tight on the palate, yet controlled, with rubbery tannins and plenty of herb, pepper, spice and licorice notes to go with the oak-infused berry flavor.",Parinacota Carignan-Syrah,35,89,Maule Valley,,,Bodega Volcanes de Chile 2009 Parinacota Carignan-Syrah Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-volcanes-chile-2009-parinacota-carignan-syrah-red-maule-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Bodega Volcanes de Chile 13,White,France,"This wood-aged wine has richness, toastiness and a concentration of pink grapefruit and fresh kiwi flavors. It's full and it shows some herbaceousness. It needs to age for 3–4 years.",La Source du Château de Sours,35,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château de Sours 2010 La Source du Château de Sours (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sours-2010-source-de-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château de Sours 13.8,Red,US,"There are lots of juicy blackberry, cherry, currant, dark chocolate and cedar flavors in this Merlot-based Bordeaux-style blend. It's bone dry and refreshingly crisp in acidity, and it shows firm, hard tannins. It doesn't have the depth to age, so drink it soon with rich food, like beef stew.",Lot 325,16,89,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Cameron Hughes 2010 Lot 325 Meritage (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2010-lot-325-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-atlas-peak/,Meritage,2010,Cameron Hughes 12.1,White,US,"Clean and crisp, this has interesting flavors suggestive of green apples, lemons, limes and spices. Although it's dry, the alcohol level is modest.",,21,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Margerum 2011 Chenin Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2011-chenin-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chenin Blanc,2011,Margerum 12.5,White,US,"This is dryish, impeccably clean and brisk in mouthwatering acidity, with layers of citrus and tropical fruits, apples, vanilla, honey and white pepper. It's a delight to drink by itself, or with everything from Vietnamese to Mexican cuisine. Production was 15,000 cases.",,10,89,California,California Other,California,Pepi 2011 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepi-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Pepi 13.6,Red,US,"Youthful and compact, this shows a lot of unresolved oak aromas when first opened. Slowly more complexity emerges—rose petals, tart berries, anise, cedar and ground coffee. It's balanced, young and age worthy, but decant it if you plan to drink it anytime soon.",Estate,30,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2008 Estate Tempranillo (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2008-estate-tempranillo-southern-umpqua-valley/,Tempranillo,2008,Abacela 14.5,Red,US,"The silky texture is delightful, giving it the lightness desirable in Pinot Noir. Santa Lucia acidity gives a bright edge to the cherry, cola, pomegranate and heirloom tomato flavors. Drink now–2014 for maximum freshness.",SLH Estate,35,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Hahn 2011 SLH Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2011-slh-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2011,Hahn 14.1,Red,US,"Here is a full-throttle mouthful of brambly berry fruit, with generous accents of dried herb and underbrush. The melding of fruit and herb is perfect, with clean, polished tannins.",,27,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,J. Scott Cellars 2010 Petite Sirah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-scott-cellars-2010-petite-sirah-southern-rogue-valley/,Petite Sirah,2010,J. Scott Cellars 14,Red,Chile,"On one hand the nose comes across burnt and stalky, while on the other hand it's toasted, smoky and racy, with pent up intensity. Overall, it's medium in size and density, with a blend of herb, licorice, pepper and red fruit flavors. Oaky, spicy and a touch hot on the finish, and it's bright and juicy throughout.",Lot 21,45,89,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2011 Lot 21 Pinot Noir (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyda-2011-lot-21-pinot-noir-leyda-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Viña Leyda 14.8,Red,US,"This intoxicates with berry pie and coffee notes. It's a soft, elegant and restrained Zinfandel, with savory curves from beginning to end.",,19,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Lang 2010 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lang-2010-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Lang 14,Red,Italy,"Notes of bold black fruit, prune, tobacco and toasted almond open the rich bouquet of this dense wine. Creamy and soft on the finish, this would pair well with roasts of chicken or pork.",Alto,21,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Rapitalà 2010 Alto Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rapitala-2010-alto-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Tenuta Rapitalà 14.5,Red,US,"There are lots of rich, attractive flavors of black currant, herb and dark chocolate in this Cabernet, plus a deft touch of smoky oak. It feels just fine in the mouth, and it's ready to drink now.",,28,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rodney Strong 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Rodney Strong 13,Red,France,"This has a mineral structure that's laced with acidity and red currant flavor. It has a tight texture and a crisp feel, showing a serious, austere side of Beaujolais. It's all balanced by the bright, crisp finish.",,20,89,Beaujolais,Chiroubles,,Trenel Fils 2010 Chiroubles,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trenel-fils-2010-gamay-chiroubles/,Gamay,2010,Trenel Fils ,Red,Italy,"A blend of Nero d'Avola and Syrah, this opens with plush tones of blackberry and cherry, backed by savory accents of spice, smoke and black pepper. The mouthfeel is smooth and velvety.",Riesi,,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2010 Riesi Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2010-riesi-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,Feudo Principi di Butera 13.5,Red,Italy,"An 80-20 blend of Nero d'Avola and Cabernet Sauvignon, this opens with bright fruit notes that recall cherry, forest berry and plum. It is soft and plush, with smooth tannins and good length.",Cantodoro,16,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2010 Cantodoro Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2010-cantodoro-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,Feudo Arancio ,Red,Italy,"A blend of Nero d'Avola and Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine offers ripe, plump layers of black fruit, chocolate and spice. The palate is soft, luscious and velvety.",Cantodoro,,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2009 Cantodoro Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2009-cantodoro-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2009,Feudo Arancio 14.8,Red,US,"This is the best of the new releases from Seven Bridges, a Portland-based winery with a penchant for Washington State fruit. Smooth, balanced and mouth-filling, this offers a truffle highlight that sits over the bright berry and cherry flavors.",Golden Ridge Vineyard,26,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Seven Bridges 2009 Golden Ridge Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-bridges-2009-golden-ridge-vineyard-merlot-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Merlot,2009,Seven Bridges 13.5,White,France,"An attractive, rich and creamy Chardonnay, this balances acidity with tropical fruit and wood flavors. Made using fruit from a parcel in the Haute-Serre Vineyard, this is a wine that has an edge of minerality as well as ripe, textured fruit.",Haute-Serre Albesco,29,89,Southwest France,Lot,,Georges Vigouroux 2010 Haute-Serre Albesco Chardonnay (Lot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2010-haute-serre-albesco-chardonnay-lot/,Chardonnay,2010,Georges Vigouroux 13.4,Red,US,"This is a spicy, lively wine with interesting flavors of black cherry cola. It's not a big wine, but it offers a mouthful of pleasure.",Freedom Hill Vineyard,60,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lange 2010 Freedom Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-2010-freedom-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Lange 14.2,Red,US,"Rich and full bodied, this is delicious to drink now for its array of blackberries, currants, dark chocolate and toast flavors. The tannins are just a bit jagged, so give it a few hours in the decanter.",,32,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Renteria 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renteria-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Renteria 13,White,US,"This is appealing for its flavors of fresh-sliced Bosch pear, plus a pear-like graininess on the palate. It has some residual sugar, just enough to round out the acids, and overall it's a nicely balanced wine drinking very well right now.",,14,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Redhawk 2011 Pinot Gris (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redhawk-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Gris,2011,Redhawk 14,Red,France,"This is an aromatic wine, with smooth tannins that make this ready to drink. With age it will gain complex spicy flavors, with richness and juicy acidity on the finish.",La Négrette de Bouissel,19,89,Southwest France,Fronton,,Château Bouissel 2011 La Négrette de Bouissel Negrette (Fronton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouissel-2011-negrette-other-red-negrette-fronton/,Negrette,2011,Château Bouissel 14,Red,Italy,"Fastaia is a “super Sicilian” blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot that offers ripe aromas of maraschino, blackberry preserves and prune, followed by spice, tobacco and rum cake accents. The mouthfeel is soft, chewy and long.",Fastaia,30,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Ceuso 2009 Fastaia Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceuso-2009-fastaia-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2009,Ceuso 13.5,Red,Italy,"A pure expression of the rare Mondeuse grape, L'Ardenza opens with bold concentration and soft layers of cherry and plush black fruit. The wine is lush and rich, with an easy finish.",L'Ardenza,48,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cottanera 2010 L'Ardenza Mondeuse (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottanera-2010-lardenza-other-red-mondeuse-sicilia/,Mondeuse,2010,Cottanera ,Red,Italy,"This pure expression of Nero d'Avola offers broad aromas of red berry, blackberry and currant. The fruit is on the dry side, made complex with aromas that recall wet earth and tobacco. The palate is elegant and layered.",Nero di Lupo,30,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,COS 2009 Nero di Lupo Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cos-2009-nero-lupo-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2009,COS 13,Red,France,"This is full bodied, firm and fruity, with solid tannins and concentrated flavors of black fruit, tar, licorice and wood.",Albatros,12,89,Southwest France,Lot,,Château de Cénac 2011 Albatros Malbec (Lot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cenac-2011-albatros-malbec-lot/,Malbec,2011,Château de Cénac 14,Red,France,"Dark and extracted, this has firm, dry tannins. It's hard edged, but the potential of the black currant fruit is apparent. Give this structured wine at least five years for the rich fruit to surface.",,15,89,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Clément Saint-Jean 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clement-saint-jean-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Clément Saint-Jean 14,Red,France,"Dense, rich and structured, this has concentrated tannins and bitter chocolate and licorice flavors, along with a texture similar to black plum skin. The high proportion of ripe Cabernet Sauvignon is evident.",,,89,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Chantemerle 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chantemerle-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Chantemerle 14.5,Red,France,"A ripe wine, this shows the richness of the 2009 vintage. The tannins are well integrated into the blackberry fruit, creating a smooth and opulent wine that's worth aging but is also ready to drink now.",Elevé en Fûts de Chêne,19,89,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Château Laulerie 2009 Elevé en Fûts de Chêne Red (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laulerie-2009-eleve-en-futs-chene-red-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Laulerie 14.9,Red,US,"This Cabernet Sauvignon-based Bordeaux-style blend is extraordinarily rich, with flavors of raspberry and cherry tart, milk chocolate, red licorice and sweet oak, plus soft, gentle tannins. It shows a direct deliciousness that makes it easy to like.",Geyserville Ranch,48,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Trione 2008 Geyserville Ranch Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trione-2008-geyserville-ranch-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Trione 14,Red,Chile,"This is a focused, cool-climate wine, with cherry, raspberry and spice aromas. It's edgy and fresh on the palate, with racy strawberry and cherry flavors that are accented by chocolate and spice notes. The finish is both tangy and zesty as well as spicy and chocolaty. Only 280 cases made.",Alazan,32,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Kingston Family 2011 Alazan Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kingston-family-2011-alazan-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Kingston Family 14.1,White,US,"This delivers a bit of extra grip and weight compared to the widely-available Three Vineyard bottling. Pear and peach fruit flavors are lightly toasty, leading into a full-flavored midpalate and a medium-long finish.",Reserve,28,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2010 Reserve Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2010-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Chehalem 13,Red,US,"More extracted than any of the other 2010 Erath Pinots, this wine has a pleasing mix of cherry cola, clean earth and dark chocolate flavors.",Battle Creek,50,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 2010 Battle Creek Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2010-battle-creek-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Erath 13,Red,France,"Firm tannins set this wine on a path to aging. At the same time, it has a fine layer of intense fruitiness, and it is crisp and packed with blackberry fruit. It has the typical minerality and structure of Juliénas, so give it 2–3 years.",Les Mouilles,22,89,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Pardon et Fils 2011 Les Mouilles (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pardon-fils-2011-mouilles-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2011,Pardon et Fils 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Syrah opens with ripe, pulpy fruit and rich aromas of red cherry, blackberry, spice and crushed black pepper. There are touches of smoke and barbecue on the finish.",,17,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2010 Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2010,Feudo Principi di Butera ,Red,Italy,"This opens with aromas of dried herb and rosemary, followed by notes of smoky campfire and crushed granite. There's a pretty feminine touch on the finish that appears as perfumed blue flower.",Cavanera Rovo delle Coturnie,32,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Firriato 2009 Cavanera Rovo delle Coturnie (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firriato-2009-cavanera-rovo-delle-coturnie-red-etna/,Red Blend,2009,Firriato 13.5,White,Italy,"Aged for one year in oak, this opens with peach, apricot, lemon mousse, vanilla and toasted almond notes. It shows freshness and a leaner mouthful than you might expect given the bold intensity of the bouquet.",Laudàri,32,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 2010 Laudàri Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-cristo-campobello-2010-laudari-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2010,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 14.6,Red,US,"Lush, soft and delicious, this has flavors of chocolate, ripe crushed summer blackberries and a hint of dried currants. This richness is augmented by lots of smoky, sweet oak. It could develop in the bottle, but the fruit might fall out before the tannins soften.",,125,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Axios 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/axios-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Axios 14.9,Red,US,"This is a big, rich, somewhat heavy Pinot Noir, stuffed with flavors of raspberry and cherry pie, red licorice and oak. It's impressive for its sheer volume, with zippy acidity that helps balance the high alcohol. It needs a few hours in the decanter to round off the edges, and it should hold in the bottle for several years.",,55,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Aiken 2010 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aiken-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2010,Aiken 13.4,Red,US,"This shows a somewhat more concentrated midpalate than the regular bottling, though all of the Anam Cara Pinots share common ground. This is a balanced, elegant wine, offering a mix of strawberry, earth and pepper flavors all done with a delicate hand.",Nicholas Estate Reserve,45,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Anam Cara 2010 Nicholas Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anam-cara-2010-nicholas-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2010,Anam Cara 13.4,Red,US,"The Mark V bottling usually gets the most new oak, but in this light vintage the wood has been kept in check. Tasted prerelease, it blossomed over several hours, similar in style and flavor to the winery's Reserve, possessing fine balance and a pretty red-fruit flavor.",Mark V,65,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Anam Cara 2010 Mark V Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anam-cara-2010-mark-v-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2010,Anam Cara 13.9,Dessert,US,"To make this luscious wine, Muscat Ottonel and the hybrid Vidal Blanc are air dried on open racks, causing the grapes to raisin, concentrating their sugars. The result is a decadent wine with expressive aromas of apricot purée, tea and baking spice, plus a drizzle of caramel. It feels opulent and weighty, with a wash of zesty acidity and a zing of tangerine on the finish.",Malvaxia Passito,35,89,Virginia,Virginia,,Barboursville Vineyards 2007 Malvaxia Passito White (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-2007-malvaxia-passito-white-virginia/,White Blend,2007,Barboursville Vineyards 13,White,US,"Adelsheim does a superlative job keeping stylistic consistency. This high acid, lemony Pinot Blanc has a fine mineral underpinning and a fresh, clean attack.",Bryan Creek Vineyard,22,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Adelsheim 2011 Bryan Creek Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2011-bryan-creek-vineyard-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Adelsheim 13.9,Red,US,"Big, bold and outright luscious, this estate-grown Dolcetto mixes bright flavors of berries and plums with a dusting of cocoa powder and cinnamon spice. A flavor of baking spice wafts through, despite the fact that the wine was kept in neutral cooperage. The finish is long and just a little on the chalky side.",,22,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2009 Dolcetto (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2009-italian-red-dolcetto-southern-umpqua-valley/,Dolcetto,2009,Abacela 9.1,White,US,"The alcohol is just 9.1%, with residual sugar of 3.6%, yet the wine does not taste that sweet. This is a wine that snaps back and forth from tart and tangy to fruity and sweet, with a juicy kick to the finish. It maintains good concentration and acidity throughout.",Nicholas Estate,22,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Anam Cara 2011 Nicholas Estate Riesling (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anam-cara-2011-nicholas-estate-riesling-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Riesling,2011,Anam Cara ,Red,Italy,"The bouquet on this blend of Syrah and Merlot offers soft layers of cherry and chocolate fudge. The palate is round, rich and creamy, with sensations of ripe fruit and tobacco.",Cusora,28,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Caruso & Minini 2010 Cusora Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caruso-minini-2010-cusora-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,Caruso & Minini 14,Red,Chile,"Baked red-fruit aromas come with tea, orange peel, rubber and creamy milk-chocolate accents. The palate feels complete, with a friendly creaminess that supports the strawberry, plum and vanilla flavors. This is a balanced wine that's fresh and ready to drink.",Nimbus Single Vineyard,23,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casablanca 2010 Nimbus Single Vineyard Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casablanca-2010-nimbus-single-vineyard-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Viña Casablanca 13,Red,France,"This is a rich, powerful and wood-aged wine that shows fine balance between its ripe red fruits and solid, chunky tannins. The wood rounds out the rich texture and gives character to the full, juicy finish.",Domaine des Ailes,16,89,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Vignerons de Bel Air 2011 Domaine des Ailes (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-bel-air-2011-domaine-ailes-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2011,Vignerons de Bel Air 14,Red,France,"Big and properly dense in texture, this has a great swathe of pure black-plum flavor. It's ripe and filled out with dusty tannins..",Château Leret Réserve,17,89,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2009 Château Leret Réserve Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2009-chateau-leret-reserve-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Georges Vigouroux 13,Red,US,"This is the reserve of the Erath lineup and the winery's best effort—along with the Battle Creek bottling—in 2010. Pretty scents and flavors of raspberry and rose water mingle with the ripest cherry fruit in the lineup. Focused, balanced and elegant.",La Nuit Magique,65,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 2010 La Nuit Magique Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2010-nuit-magique-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Erath 14,Red,Chile,"Ripe, concentrated and bullish from the start, this has a roasted berry aroma that leads to a saturated, tannic palate. The flavors on this full-bodied Cabernet run from toasted and crusty to blackberry-like and minerally. Toastiness and a sense of darkness remain on the finish.",Gran Reserva Cuvée,20,89,Rapel Valley,,,Misiones de Rengo 2010 Gran Reserva Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/misiones-rengo-2010-gran-reserva-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Misiones de Rengo 13,Red,France,"With rich fruit that is balanced by tight acidity, this shows both the structure and the fragrant red berry flavor of the vintage. The acids cut through the wine to shape its freshness, highlighting its dark tannins. It needs to age for 4–5 years.",,25,89,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Pierre de Montignac 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pierre-montignac-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Pierre de Montignac 13,Red,France,"Powerful and concentrated, this has a dark red-plum flavor and solid tannins. It is dense, and it shows the structure of the vintage. This is worth aging, and it certainly needs food to show at its best.",,16,89,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Domaine des Nugues 2010 Beaujolais-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nugues-2010-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2010,Domaine des Nugues 13,Red,France,"An attractively fruity wine, this is rich in cherry and light spice flavors and is laden with acidity. It has a dry set of tannins, but it is so densely juicy that it is ready to drink now.",,22,89,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Clos de Haute-Combe 2011 Juliénas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-haute-combe-2011-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2011,Clos de Haute-Combe 14.5,Red,Italy,"This fresh blend of Nero d'Avola and Syrah opens with a ripe raspberry note, and it shows a soft, plush texture and a chewy close. It has a ripe blackberry flavor, with a smooth, creamy texture.",Benuara,14,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2011 Benuara Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2011-benuara-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2011,Cusumano 13.5,Red,Italy,"A pure expression of Nerello Mascalese, this delicate wine opens with aromas of wild berry, smoky spice, crushed stone and tobacco. It shows a dry, dusty finish, with subtle accents of cassis and dried raspberry.",Il Monovitigno,41,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Benanti 2007 Il Monovitigno Nerello Mascalese (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2007-il-monovitigno-italian-red-nerello-mascalese-sicilia/,Nerello Mascalese,2007,Benanti 15.3,Red,US,"This rich Syrah beguiles with its soft, velvety texture and delicious flavors of blackberry, chocolate, bacon and black pepper. High in alcohol, but a fine follow-up to the very good 2007. Drink now.",River Road Ranch,32,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Trione 2008 River Road Ranch Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trione-2008-river-road-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2008,Trione 14.9,Red,US,"This has vigorous tannins and flavors of red cherry pie, red currant and spice. Not a long-term ager, but it offers plenty of upscale pleasure now.",Mt George Vineyard Estate Grown,35,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2008 Mt George Vineyard Estate Grown Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2008-mt-george-vineyard-estate-grown-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Silverado 14,Red,Chile,"A spicy, dry berry aroma forms a strong opening that's crisp, focused and slightly herbal in character. The palate feels juicy and tight, with crisp tannins that set up racy cassis, plum and mocha flavors. Clean and fresh on the finish.",Parras Viejas,39,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Helena 2010 Parras Viejas Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-helena-2010-parras-viejas-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Santa Helena 13.2,Red,US,"Half of the wine was fermented with native yeasts, and 30% saw new oak. What shines is the juicy, fresh, delicious fruit—a jumble of raspberries and cherries—plus the finish, which hangs deliciously.",JV Estate,25,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Stoller 2010 JV Estate Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoller-2010-jv-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Stoller 14,Red,Italy,"Here is a Primitivo di Manduria that opens with soft aromas of black cherry, plum, prune and tobacco. The wine is integrated and balanced, with lingering tones of sweet spice on the finish. The palate feels velvety smooth.",Il Matané,24,89,Southern Italy,Primitivo di Manduria,,Matané 2010 Il Matané (Primitivo di Manduria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matane-2010-il-zinfandel-primitivo-primitivo-manduria/,Primitivo,2010,Matané 16.3,Red,US,"Distinctive as always, this is another powerful Zinfandel from Martini, which has a long history with this mountain vineyard. The cool 2010 vintage was kind, bringing the wine to its usual high-alcohol superripeness, yet maintaining vital acidity. Notes of raisins, blackberry jam and chocolate are all found in this heady, Porty wine. Drink now with rich barbecue and stews.",Monte Rosso Vineyard Gnarly Vine,50,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Louis M. Martini 2010 Monte Rosso Vineyard Gnarly Vine Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2010-monte-rosso-vineyard-gnarly-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Louis M. Martini 14,Red,Italy,"A pure expression of Syrah, this opens with toasted notes of almond and spice, backed by dark fruit and prune notes. It shows a plush, creamy consistency, with a spicy oak note as well.",Il Lemos,,89,Southern Italy,Salento,,Leone de Castris 2008 Il Lemos Syrah (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leone-castris-2008-il-lemos-shiraz-syrah-syrah-salento/,Syrah,2008,Leone de Castris 14.5,Red,US,"Soft, rich and smooth, this has upfront flavors of blackberry jam, black currants, black licorice and dark chocolate, with a hint of raisin on the finish. Drink it over the next few years for maximum freshness.",,65,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mi Sueño 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Mi Sueño 14,White,Chile,"Toasty and mellow on the nose, with aromas of baked apple and papaya. It feels good, with lively acidity that boosts the wine's core texture. Meanwhile, flavors of toasted apple and quince get richness from vanilla and oak accents. Long, viscous and baked on the finish.",EQ,26,89,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2010 EQ Chardonnay (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2010-eq-chardonnay-san-antonio/,Chardonnay,2010,Matetic 13.5,Red,Italy,"This has bright aromas of maraschino, tobacco, bitter chocolate, prune and dusty mineral. There's a tightness to the mouthfeel that is reinforced by acidity and long-lasting berry flavors.",Ambruco,53,89,Southern Italy,Terre del Volturno,,Terre del Principe 2009 Ambruco Pallagrello (Terre del Volturno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-principe-2009-ambruco-italian-white-pallagrello-terre-volturno/,Pallagrello,2009,Terre del Principe 14.5,Red,US,"Aged in 100% new French oak, this seems to be a bit overwhelmed by the wood. Flavors recall black cherry cola, plus a layer of brown sugar and milk chocolate. It somehow misses some of the depth and texture that past vintages have shown.",Cathy's Reserve,100,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Stoller 2009 Cathy's Reserve Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoller-2009-cathys-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Stoller 13.1,White,US,"This Anderson Valley Chardonnay is creamy with a caramel-lemon imprint, yet textured and vibrant with bright acidity. A bite of lime marks the finish.",Table Wine,13,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2011 Table Wine Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2011-table-wine-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Navarro 12.5,Red,France,"Intensely juicy, this is packed with acidity and tight red-cherry fruit layered with firm tannins. It feels a little austere at the moment, and it is likely to take time to open.",Côte du Py Vieilles Vignes,19,89,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Laurent Gauthier 2011 Côte du Py Vieilles Vignes (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-gauthier-2011-cote-py-vieilles-vignes-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2011,Laurent Gauthier 13.5,Red,US,"Pretty scents of rose petal and white chocolate introduce this smooth, mouth-coating wine. There's a hint of peppery herb and a finishing touch of light toast, with clean, well-structured red fruits displaying excellent varietal character.",,26,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Westrey 2010 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westrey-2010-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Westrey 14,Red,France,"Bold fruit characterizes this firm, fruity Cahors. It has the dark tannins of Malbec, which are supported by the rich black-fruit flavor and touches of licorice, black cherry and black currant. Age this for another 2–3 years.",,19,89,Southwest France,Cahors,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2011 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2011-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Lionel Osmin & Cie 13.5,White,US,"This is a real New Zealand-style Sauvignon Blanc. It's dry and tart, with rich gooseberry, lime, green apple, Asian pear, vanilla and white pepper flavors. A touch of oak brings a pleasant, buttery toastiness. The grapes come from the cool Arroyo Seco AVA and the warm San Lucas AVA, a brilliant blending decision that makes this wine especially balanced.",,16,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2011-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Morgan 14.1,White,US,"A Russian River interpretation of a Rhône blend, this is made from Viognier, Marsanne and Roussanne. It's dry and marked by zesty acidity and just a hint of oak. The pineapple, lime, pear, peach and white pepper flavors are rich. This is a genuinely food-friendly wine.",3 Divas,25,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Montemaggiore 2011 3 Divas White (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montemaggiore-2011-3-divas-white-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Rhône-style White Blend,2011,Montemaggiore 14.2,Red,US,"James Family continues to produce solid Pinot Noirs from this vineyard that are typical of the Sonoma Coast. The wine is dry, properly tart in acidity, and has flavors of pomegranates and cranberries, with astringent cherry-skin-like tannins.",Stony Point Vineyard Estate,35,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,James Family Cellars 2009 Stony Point Vineyard Estate Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-family-cellars-2009-stony-point-vineyard-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,James Family Cellars 14.1,Red,US,"Forward, sappy and fruity, this has excellent structure and plenty of ripe berry flavor. It has supporting acids that lend a touch of citrus, plus a streak of vanilla that runs through the finish.",,19,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2009 Syrah (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern/,Syrah,2009,Abacela 14,White,Italy,"A unique expression of Chardonnay, this has oxidized aromas of butterscotch and candied fruit, backed by apricot, cinnamon and nutmeg tones. Creamy and rich, this wine has a zesty and bright finish.",Alba Nora,44,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Feudi della Medusa 2009 Alba Nora Chardonnay (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-della-medusa-2009-alba-nora-chardonnay-isola-nuraghi/,Chardonnay,2009,Feudi della Medusa 10.5,White,US,"Using grapes from all three estate vineyards, this slightly sweet (2.5% residual sugar) Riesling is textural and complex. Flavors of fruit skin and rind dominate, notably grapefruit and peach pit.",Three Vineyard,24,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2011 Three Vineyard Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2011-three-vineyard-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2011,Chehalem ,Red,France,"Ripe, smooth and balanced, this wine shows firm tannins and a solid, chunky build. With its rich black-plum fruit and opulent texture, it will be ready to drink in 2–3 years.",Patiemment,25,89,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Ponzac 2009 Patiemment Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ponzac-2009-patiemment-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Château Ponzac 14.5,Red,Chile,"This has a dense bouquet, with aromas of beet, clove, mint, tomato and berry fruit. The mouthfeel is rich and saturated, with a rawness that didn't exist in prior years. Flavors of mixed herb, earth and savory berry end with a long finish.",Terrunyo Entre Cordilleras Peumo Vineyard,38,89,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 2009 Terrunyo Entre Cordilleras Peumo Vineyard Carmenère (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2009-terrunyo-entre-cordilleras-peumo-vineyard-carmenere-peumo/,Carmenère,2009,Concha y Toro ,Red,Italy,"Elegant and full of volcanic character, this blend of Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio opens with notes of brimstone, crushed mineral and delicate forest berry. There is a spicy, slightly thorny side to the wine that becomes more apparent on the palate.",Rosso di Verzella,18,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Benanti 2009 Rosso di Verzella (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2009-rosso-verzella-red-etna/,Red Blend,2009,Benanti 14.2,Red,US,"Although this wine is easy to drink now, it shows the Williams Selyem signature of complexity and balance. Delicious in raspberry, cherry and cola fruit, it has crisp acidity and a sweet coat of oak. It's a blend of several vineyards from which the winery sources fruit.",Eastside Road Neighbors,52,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2010 Eastside Road Neighbors Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2010-eastside-road-neighbors-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Williams Selyem 14.5,White,US,"There's something Chablis-like in the stony minerality that marks this Chardonnay. But at the same time, it's sweet in orange, peach, green apple and golden mango flavors. A rich, satisfying Chardonnay for drinking now. Production was 1,913 cases.",Bench Blend,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2010 Bench Blend Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2010-bench-blend-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,William Hill Estate 14.5,Red,US,"This is a field blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc and 6% Malbec. Some overt stemmy notes are present, lending a bitterness to the finish that may not be for all palates. But the wine carries a thread of sweet berry as well, suggesting that not all of the grapes were equally ripe. An interesting wine, and it should improve with further bottle age.",Windrow Vineyards Windrow Red,45,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Tero Estates 2009 Windrow Vineyards Windrow Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tero-estates-2009-windrow-windrow-red-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Tero Estates 12,Sparkling,US,"A blend of 54% Pinot Noir and 46% Chardonnay, this sings a strawberry-tinged note on the palate. It's enveloped by flowery aromas of rose perfume. It's round and easy to drink, and the finish is quick but satisfying.",Brut Rosé Excellence,23,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Scharffenberger NV Brut Rosé Excellence Pinot-Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scharffenberger-nv-brut-rose-excellence-white-blend-pinot-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot-Chardonnay,,Scharffenberger 14.5,Red,Chile,"A hard spice aroma leads the charge, and while the nose is tough and closed, it harbors a solid black-fruit element. Jammy, thick and chunky on the palate, this has equally jammy flavors of blackberry and herb. It remains chewy and rich on the finish, with a molasses flavor. Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Carmenère form the blend.",Liguai,35,90,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Pérez Cruz 2009 Liguai Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-perez-cruz-2009-liguai-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Viña Pérez Cruz 12.5,White,Italy,"This expression of Carricante shows a bright future for this native Sicilian grape. It opens with a drying mineral note, followed by citrus, almond, peach and white flower accents.",,36,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2011 Carricante (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2011-italian-white-carricante-sicilia/,Carricante,2011,Planeta 14.5,Red,Chile,"Smooth and dark on the nose, this exudes a deep, earthy accent of lead pencil. The palate is firm, tannic and layered, with healthy doses of blackberry, cassis, black pepper and tobacco flavors. Like most top-level Maipo Cabernets, this shows herbal notes of olive and moss on the finish.",Reserva de Familia,24,90,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2010 Reserva de Familia Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2010-reserva-de-familia-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Santa Carolina 13,Red,France,"Named after a Roman centurion rather than a god of love, Saint-Amour produces structured Beaujolais. With its solid tannins and firm structure, this wine proves the point. It is concentrated, with acids and minerally red fruits dominating at the moment. It needs to age for 1–2 years.",,24,90,Beaujolais,Saint-Amour,,Trenel Fils 2010 Saint-Amour,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trenel-fils-2010-gamay-saint-amour/,Gamay,2010,Trenel Fils ,Red,Italy,"This Nerello Mascalese opens with delicate aromas of forest fruit, fresh blueberry, vanilla, ginger, licorice and spice. A mineral sensation gives the tannins a dry, dusty feel.",Archineri,40,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Pietradolce 2010 Archineri (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietradolce-2010-archineri-italian-red-nerello-mascalese-etna/,Nerello Mascalese,2010,Pietradolce 11.2,White,US,"A Sauvignon Blanc for drinking now, this has a pleasingly tart yet creamy mouthfeel, with rich, complex flavors of tropical fruit, lemongrass, peach and vanilla that finish in a swirl of peppery spice.",Sybarite,21,90,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Margerum 2011 Sybarite Sauvignon Blanc (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2011-sybarite-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Margerum ,Red,Italy,"A feminine expression of Nero d'Avola, this shows layers of forest berry, vanilla, cola, light spice and crushed almond. It shows a sleek, polished mouthfeel.",Siccagno,,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Occhipinti 2009 Siccagno Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/occhipinti-2009-siccagno-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2009,Occhipinti 12.5,Dessert,Chile,"While the nose on this sweetie isn't deep, it's lush, inviting and peachy as they come. The palate feels fresh and straightforward, and the flavor profile blends tropical fruit flavors with spice and honey accents. Overall this seems natural, easygoing and expressive.",Late Harvest,27,90,Curicó Valley,,,Montes 2010 Late Harvest Gewürztraminer (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2010-late-harvest-gewurztraminer-curico-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Montes 15,Red,France,"A blend of Braucol and Tannat, this a dark-colored blockbuster, with firm tannins that are mitigated by the smooth, rich blackberry flavor. It has power, immense concentration and great density. Age for 3–4 years.",Le Faucon,30,90,Southwest France,Côtes du Tarn,,Domaine du Moulin 2010 Le Faucon Red (Côtes du Tarn),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moulin-2010-le-faucon-red-cotes-tarn/,Red Blend,2010,Domaine du Moulin ,Red,Italy,"Characteristics of toasted almond and pistachio shine through as soon as you put your nose to the glass. Those notes are followed by bright cherry and blackberry, plus fresh sensations of acidity.",Saia,,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Maccari 2010 Saia Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-maccari-2010-saia-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Feudo Maccari 13.5,Red,Italy,"Norace is a blend of Cannonau, Syrah and Carignano that offers dried fruit and spice, backed by tobacco, black olive and a whiff of blue flower. The mouthfeel is dominated by savory flavors of peppercorn and cured meat.",Norace,55,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Feudi della Medusa 2008 Norace Red (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-della-medusa-2008-norace-red-isola-nuraghi/,Red Blend,2008,Feudi della Medusa 15,Red,Italy,"Ruby in color, this wine offers intense aromas of clove, dried fruit and prune. Aged in clay pots, it shows character and a unique personality that will resonate with lovers of natural wine.",MunJebel 8MC,45,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Frank Cornelissen NV MunJebel 8MC (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-cornelissen-nv-munjebel-8mc-italian-red-nerello-mascalese-etna/,Nerello Mascalese,,Frank Cornelissen 13.5,Red,France,"This has ripe and polished fruit, with hints of mint and new wood. A ripe blackberry flavor pushes through the firm tannins, and it should become more rich over the next 5–6 years. The vineyard is situated in the northern part of the Médoc appellation.",,,90,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Poitevin 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-poitevin-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Poitevin ,Red,Italy,"A mix of mostly Nerello Mascalese with a small percentages of international varieties, this is a bolder, toastier style than this estate's other red wines. Spice and tobacco come on the heels of ripe red-fruit, smoky brimstone and toasted nut flavors.",Fatagione,,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cottanera 2010 Fatagione Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottanera-2010-fatagione-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,Cottanera 14.5,Red,France,"Full of new wood and tannic flavors, this is dense, dry, very firm. It does suffer from some licorice overextraction that gives the wine a bitter edge. At the same time, the wine has a full and firm character that promises a softening over the next several years.",Prestige,25,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Haut-Monplaisir 2009 Prestige Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-monplaisir-2009-prestige-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Château Haut-Monplaisir 13.1,Red,US,"The best of the three vineyard designates in 2010, this firm and full-flavored wine is still a bit tight, and rewards extra breathing time. It tastes like a bowl full of berries and plums with pretty mocha highlights.",Ridgecrest Vineyards,48,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Chehalem 2010 Ridgecrest Vineyards Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2010-ridgecrest-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2010,Chehalem 14,White,US,"This unoaked, tank-fermented, no-malolactic style delivers flavors as crisp and refreshing as a clear mountain stream. Steely and mineral-driven, its apple and pear flavors carry just a tongue-tickling hint of butter.",INOX,19,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2010 INOX Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2010-inox-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Chehalem 13.5,Red,France,"Smooth and rich, this has fine black and red cherry flavors, along with structured, dry tannins. There is a spice note from the wood aging, which is balanced by the acidity. The finish has a fine, generous texture. Give this wine at least four years.",,22,90,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Tour Haut-Caussan 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-haut-caussan-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tour Haut-Caussan 12.5,White,Austria,"Ripe and full, this has layers of refreshing green-fruit, apple and cream flavors, enlivened by fresh acidity. It has a light touch of orange zest that gives extra vitality to this ready-to-drink wine.",Berg Vogelsang,,90,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2011 Berg Vogelsang Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2011-berg-vogelsang-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Bründlmayer 13,White,Italy,"This fascinating blend of Greco, Fiano and Falanghina (the great white grapes of Campania) is aged 8 months in oak to produce a thick, creamy wine, with spicy intensity and a candied fruit note. Notes of honey, butterscotch and apricot all play supporting roles.",Faius,20,90,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,I Capitani 2010 Faius White (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-capitani-2010-faius-white-irpinia/,White Blend,2010,I Capitani 14.1,White,US,"This wine shows what a fine place Dry Creek Valley is for growing Sauvignon Blanc. With no oak at all, it's clean and brisk in citrusy acidity, with refreshing peach, lime, green grass, tropical fruit and spice flavors.",Mauritson Vineyard,18,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Huntington 2011 Mauritson Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huntington-2011-mauritson-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Huntington 14.5,Red,US,"An assertive yet rounded Pinot Noir, this has sharp cherry fruit and a hint of rose that is very distinctive in its herbal touch. Crafted by Breggo, which is owned by Napa producer Cliff Lede, it is a Pinot that many Cabernet fans will love: dark, toasty and rich.",Savoy Vineyard,60,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Breggo 2010 Savoy Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/breggo-2010-savoy-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Breggo ,Red,Italy,"This pure expression of Syrah opens with a black fruit note, followed by opulent notes of cardamom, clove and nutmeg. Savory notes of leather and cured meat drive the palate's momentum.",Delia Nivolelli Riserva,39,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Caruso & Minini 2008 Delia Nivolelli Riserva Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caruso-minini-2008-delia-nivolelli-riserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2008,Caruso & Minini 13.5,Red,France,"Smooth and unctuous in texture, this has dense black fruits that edge toward dryness from the tannins. Dark chocolate and licorice notes lend a bitter edge. Rich and modern in style, this should age over the next 5–6 years.",Château les Grands Chênes,22,90,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Bernard Magrez 2010 Château les Grands Chênes (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-magrez-2010-chateau-grands-chenes-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Bernard Magrez 13.5,Red,US,"Bergström's lineup of Pinot Noir begins where many other wineries finish. This complex, earthy wine shows its fair share of herb and even a hint of stem, but those are offset by crisp, well-defined flavors of cranberry, cherry and spice. A fine example of this winery's house style.",Cumberland Reserve,42,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bergström 2010 Cumberland Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergstrom-2010-cumberland-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bergström ,White,Italy,"Made with the native Carricante grape, this elegant effort shows a dusty mineral nuance, backed by subtle tones of citrus and stone fruit. It shows structure and acidity that will help it age for more years to come.",Pietramarina,48,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Benanti 2008 Pietramarina (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2008-pietramarina-italian-white-carricante-etna/,Carricante,2008,Benanti 13,Red,France,"Ripe and fruity, this is full of red cherry fruit. It has a mineral-driven structure that gives it a firmly textured edge and brings out the acidity. This could age for several years.",Cuvée les Vieux Granits,20,90,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Château du Châtelard 2011 Cuvée les Vieux Granits (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-du-chatelard-2011-cuvee-vieux-granits-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2011,Château du Châtelard 13,Red,France,"At this stage, the wine feels lean, austere and minerally, despite the richness of the vintage. But this black-currant-driven wine is likely to age impressively. And with its dense tannins, it shouldn't be touched for at least four years.",,30,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château du Cèdre 2009 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cedre-2009-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Château du Cèdre 14,Red,France,"Big and concentrated, this wine's spice and dark fruit flavors are sustained by solid tannins and acids. It has a rich texture that's laced with acidity, so give this concentrated wine another 4–5 years.",Grand Lignée,22,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Gaudou 2010 Grand Lignée Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaudou-2010-grand-lignee-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2010,Château de Gaudou 14,Red,Italy,"A 50-50 blend of Syrah and Nero d'Avola, this wine is soft and has enormous density, with lingering notes of leather, cherry and dark chocolate. The fruit layers are generous and plump.",Rosso del Levriero,27,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cambria 2009 Rosso del Levriero Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2009-rosso-levriero-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2009,Cambria 14,Red,Italy,"This offers blackberry, prune and cooked plum flavors, with tones of leather and tobacco. The mouthfeel is smooth and silky.",Schietto,40,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Principi di Spadafora 2008 Schietto Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principi-spadafora-2008-schietto-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Principi di Spadafora ,Red,Italy,"This is round, soft and velvety, with notes of cherry, blackberry, spice, leather and tobacco. With no sharp edges, its acidity is well balanced within the many layers of fruit.",,42,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2010 Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2010-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2010,Planeta 13,Red,Italy,"There's a wild, untamed quality to this 100% Nero d'Avola that comes forth as almond, wild berry, cola and dried ginger. Made according to biodynamic principles, this is fresh, tart, focused and complex. It offers a thrilling experience.",Siccagno,42,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Occhipinti 2010 Siccagno Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/occhipinti-2010-siccagno-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Occhipinti 13.5,Red,US,"This blend of Tempranillo, Malbec, Dolcetto, Merlot and Syrah could have turned into a generic red, yet it is seamless and nicely proportioned. It's a real crowd-pleaser, with a ripe red-fruit flavor and generous new-barrel-derived toast and spice notes.",Vintner's Blend #12,15,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela NV Vintner's Blend #12 Red (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-nv-vintners-blend-12-red-southern/,Red Blend,,Abacela 13.9,Red,US,"This is a blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, all grown in the Foothills. It's tannic at first, with a mélange of clove and cinnamon spice, then blossoms into a lightly stated, red-fruit-driven wine with big shoulders. A trace of coffee lingers in the background.",Goedeck-Liu Vineyard,32,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Andis 2010 Goedeck-Liu Vineyard Meritage (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andis-2010-goedeck-liu-vineyard-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sierra-foothills/,Meritage,2010,Andis 13.4,Red,US,"This two-barrel cuvée is the star of the Anam Cara 2010s, bearing a mix of pretty cherry fruit and milk chocolaty tannins. Some well-modulated earth and herb notes add interest, but it's the elegance and proportion of the wine that really shine.",Heather's Vineyard,65,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Anam Cara 2010 Heather's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anam-cara-2010-heathers-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2010,Anam Cara 14.2,Red,US,"Paso Robles-based Alma Sol reaches into Napa Valley for its Cabernet, with good results. The wine is dry, full-bodied and smooth, with rich flavors of blackberries, currants, dark chocolate and spices. Nice now, after a good decanting, and it should develop bottle complexities over 5–6 years.",,45,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Alma Sol 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-sol-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Alma Sol 14,Red,Italy,"Elegant and tight, this blend offers savory tones of cured meat and dried fruit, followed by green notes of curry leaf and herb. The wine is tangy, thick and persistent on the palate.",Montessu,35,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Agricola Punica 2010 Montessu Red (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-punica-2010-montessu-red-isola-nuraghi/,Red Blend,2010,Agricola Punica 13,White,US,"Solid as ever, this lip-smackingly refreshing Auxerrois is brimming with fine flavors of apple, pear and peach. The cool vintage has lowered the alcohol a touch, and there is plenty of acidity. The fruit purity and compelling aromatics remain as good as ever.",Ribbon Springs Vineyard,22,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Adelsheim 2011 Ribbon Springs Vineyard Auxerrois (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2011-ribbon-springs-vineyard-other-white-auxerrois-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Auxerrois,2011,Adelsheim 14.2,Red,US,"This is complex and rich in blackberry and cherry jam, dark chocolate, anise and sandalwood flavors. The acid-tannin structure is especially noteworthy, giving it a firm, elegant mouthfeel. Ready to drink now.",Piocho Reserve,36,90,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Happy Canyon Vineyard 2009 Piocho Reserve Red (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-canyon-vineyard-2009-piocho-reserve-red-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Happy Canyon Vineyard 13,White,Italy,"This offers creamy richness and notes of apple-cinnamon, citrus and pear. The mouthfeel is not too dense but is rather fresh and zesty.",Gaudium,18,90,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,I Capitani 2011 Gaudium (Fiano di Avellino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-capitani-2011-gaudium-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,2011,I Capitani 14,Red,US,"This muscular, peppery wine has tight focus and good flavor intensity. Bright cherry fruit shines through the pinpoint core, gracefully expanding throughout the medium-length finish.",Meredith Mitchell Vineyard,38,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Raptor Ridge 2009 Meredith Mitchell Vineyard Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raptor-ridge-2009-meredith-mitchell-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2009,Raptor Ridge 13.5,Red,Italy,This blend of Uva di Troia and Negroamaro shows sophisticated tones of toasted nut and spice behind the notes of ripe fruit and prune. The mouthfeel is soft and smooth.,Quarto Ducale Riserva,24,90,Southern Italy,Rosso di Cerignola,,Torre Quarto 2007 Quarto Ducale Riserva (Rosso di Cerignola),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-quarto-2007-ducale-riserva-red-rosso-cerignola/,Red Blend,2007,Torre Quarto 13,White,Chile,"This is about as racy as Sauvignon Blanc from Chile gets. It's green and melon-like on the nose, with punchy asparagus and lime aromas. It is wide awake on the palate, where citrusy acids push lemon, lime, green herb and lemongrass flavors. It cuts like a razor; drink with shellfish.",Terrunyo Costa Los Boldos Vineyard Block 5,25,90,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2011 Terrunyo Costa Los Boldos Vineyard Block 5 Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2011-terrunyo-costa-los-boldos-vineyard-block-5-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Concha y Toro 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a unique wine for enthusiasts of the natural wine movement. It shows a dark garnet color, with spicy aromas of dried fruit, currant and Indian spice. A bright tone of dried mint and rosemary lingers on the finish.",MunJebel 7 10th Anniversary,75,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Frank Cornelissen NV MunJebel 7 10th Anniversary (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-cornelissen-nv-munjebel-7-10th-anniversary-italian-red-nerello-mascalese-etna/,Nerello Mascalese,,Frank Cornelissen 12.5,Dessert,Chile,"For South American dessert wine, this is at the top of the class. The nose is light and offers nectarine, tangerine and peach aromas, while the mouthfeel is honeyed and plump, with orange marmalade, cinnamon and nutmeg flavors. The finish is long and complex, and a touch soft in feel.",Late Harvest,18,90,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2011 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2011-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Errazuriz 13,White,US,"This has a creamy consistency, and flavors of lemon custard and vanilla-cream. There is a dash of baking spices as well, but the fruit flavors are front and center.",,14,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Erath 2011 Pinot Blanc (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2011-pinot-blanc-other/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Erath 13.5,Red,Italy,"This opens with dusty, etched aromas of brimstone and crushed granite. Wait a few minutes more for the plum and dark currant notes to surface. The firm, polished tannins could use a few more years of bottle aging.",Romanico Canosa Riserva,30,90,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Cefalicchio 2008 Romanico Canosa Riserva Nero di Troia (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cefalicchio-2008-romanico-canosa-riserva-italian-red-nero-troia-puglia/,Nero di Troia,2008,Cefalicchio 14,Red,France,"Dense and concentrated, with a mint flavor from the new wood, this is a wine that combines rich plum and blackberry flavors with firm tannins and juicy acids. Because it is so rich, it is likely to be ready to be drink in the next 2–3 years.",Château de Haute-Serre,24,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2009 Château de Haute-Serre Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2009-chateau-de-haute-serre-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Georges Vigouroux 14.2,Red,US,"Dry and silky, this shows classic Russian River flavors of red cherries, red currants, cranberries, cola and pomegranates, with plenty of savory spices. The tannins are currently very strong; there will certainly be development over the next 5–6 years.",Stiling Vineyard,50,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2009 Stiling Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2009-stiling-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Gary Farrell ,Red,Italy,"Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio are the basis of most Etna red wines. This shows purity and clarity, with aromas of forest fruit, cola, wild strawberry, blue flower, tar and dried ginger. The wine is very delicate and feminine, with tight structure, dusty tannins and a bright touch of fruity sweetness that gives it power.",Erse Rosso,,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Tenuta di Fessina 2010 Erse Rosso (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-fessina-2010-erse-rosso-red-etna/,Red Blend,2010,Tenuta di Fessina 13.5,White,US,"Clean and sleek on the palate, this wine has brisk Central Coast acidity, which highlights the complex flavors of green melon, lemon, lime, Asian pear and white pepper. Made without oak, it shows the wonderful terroir of its vineyard.",Paragon Vineyard,13,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tangent 2011 Paragon Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2011-paragon-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-edna-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Tangent 14.4,Red,US,"This Syrah is very strong in tannins, the kind that dry out the palate. However, it has balancing acidity and oak influence, plus impressive blackberry, currant, charred meat and black pepper flavors. Give it a good long decant and drink with beef and game dishes.",,38,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Black Stallion 2010 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-stallion-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2010,Black Stallion 12.5,Red,France,"Using fruit sourced from old vines, this firm, tannic and concentrated wine has a fine balance between the dense texture and bright black-plum and berry flavors. Given its tannic structure, it needs to age, although it would be a great accompaniment to a stew if consumed now.",Cuvée Prestige,25,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château du Port 2010 Cuvée Prestige Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-port-2010-cuvee-prestige-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Château du Port 13,Red,France,"Big and ripe, this is structured with fine acids, rich berry fruits and firm tannins. The ensemble is full bodied, juicy and elegant, finishing with crisp flavors of red cherry and pepper.",Domaine de l'Institut Pasteur,,90,Beaujolais,Côte de Brouilly,,Château des Ravatys 2009 Domaine de l'Institut Pasteur (Côte de Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ravatys-2009-domaine-linstitut-pasteur-gamay-cote-brouilly/,Gamay,2009,Château des Ravatys 14.5,Red,France,"Using fruit that was sourced from a five-acre parcel of old vines, the black plum fruit coddles the tannins. It shows the structure and ripeness of the vintage.",Cuvée Vieilles Vignes,30,90,Bordeaux,Puisseguin Saint-Émilion,,Château Lanbersac 2010 Cuvée Vieilles Vignes (Puisseguin Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lanbersac-2010-cuvee-vieilles-vignes-red-puisseguin-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lanbersac 14,Red,France,"Close to the Gironde estuary, le Temple's wines are dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, making for a powerful, complex bottling, with great acidity and black currant flavor. This has potential to age for at least five years.",,,90,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château le Temple 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-temple-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château le Temple 13,Red,France,"The famed Côte de Py Vineyard in Morgon has made a powerful and structured wine, with a black cherry flavor that's shaped by the dry, firm tannins. It is concentrated, dense and generous, with strong minerality and gritty texture. Age for 3–4 years.",Le Py,16,90,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Vignerons de Bel Air 2011 Le Py (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-bel-air-2011-le-py-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2011,Vignerons de Bel Air 13,Red,France,"Full of firm tannins, this Juliénas shows solid structure and ripe red fruits. The fine acidity should help the wine age, and the juicy, fruity character should appear after a year or more.",Esprit de Marius Sangouard,20,90,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Trenel Fils 2010 Esprit de Marius Sangouard (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trenel-fils-2010-esprit-marius-sangouard-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2010,Trenel Fils ,Red,US,"Smooth and supple, this has pretty, nicely ripened red fruit flavors. The mouthfeel is delicate, almost lacy.",Resonance Vineyard,48,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Sineann 2011 Resonance Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2011-resonance-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2011,Sineann 14,White,Italy,"Soft and rich, this opens with perfumed honeysuckle and jasmine aromas, backed by yellow fruit, peach and melon notes. The palate is round, soft and creamy, with a fresh, citrusy finish.",Jalé,30,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2011 Jalé Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2011-jale-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2011,Cusumano 14,Red,France,"Ripe plum, dark coffee and spice flavors join the firm tannins in this intense wine. It has a strong structure that needs to soften to allow the juicy black-currant flavor to surface. Give it 4–5 years.",,37,90,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Tour Seran 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-seran-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tour Seran 13.1,White,US,"This is a first-rate Oregon Pinot Gris made with fruit sourced from the Methven Vineyard. Crisp and steely, it's a mix of cucumber and honeydew melon fruit, with bracing acidity and excellent length.",Ravenna,16,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eight Bells 2011 Ravenna White (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eight-bells-2011-ravenna-white-other/,White Blend,2011,Eight Bells 13.8,White,US,"Winemaker Jim Law has fashioned a finessed Chardonnay that offers impressive purity and minerality, bearing Burgundian-like qualities. Notes of pear, green apple, kiwi and white currant are offset by a lemon-lime edge. It's all layered with streaks of blonde caramel and toasted hazelnut that add richness. The palate is clean, linear and vibrant, with a modicum of clove and a vein of liquid stone. The finish remains fresh and lifted.",Hardscrabble,33,90,Virginia,Virginia,,Linden 2009 Hardscrabble Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/linden-2009-hardscrabble-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2009,Linden 11.8,Dessert,US,"Gorgeous aromas of white currant, spiced breakfast toast, caramelized macadamia and golden stone fruit are bold and unwavering. The palate feels malleable and finessed, with precise notes of pineapple and mango purée that lend an intense, exotic edge. The zesty acids are impressive, keeping the finish clean and elevated.",Late Harvest,28,90,Virginia,Virginia,,Linden 2008 Late Harvest Petit Manseng (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/linden-2008-late-harvest-other-white-petit-manseng-virginia/,Petit Manseng,2008,Linden 14.1,Red,US,"There is lots of cranberry tartness in this Syrah, giving it a mouthwatering zinginess. You'll also find rich, attractive flavors of raspberry and cherry jam, bacon and sandalwood flavors. It's a good, dry selection to drink now, but give it time to breathe in a decanter or in a glass.",Alondra de los Prados Vineyard,75,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Margerum 2008 Alondra de los Prados Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2008-alondra-los-prados-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Margerum ,Red,Italy,"This Nero d'Avola shows a dark, rich color and inky concentration. It presents aromas of smoked bacon, black cherry and exotic spice, with a rich, velvety mouthfeel.",Archimede Eloro Pachino,40,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Marabino 2009 Archimede Eloro Pachino Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marabino-2009-archimede-eloro-pachino-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2009,Marabino 12.5,Red,France,"This selection is named after the cherry trees that border the vineyard, and it's not too much of a stretch of the imagination to find a red cherry flavor in the wine. Red berry fruits are there as well, backed up by dry, firm tannins.",Les Cerisiers,17,90,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Pascal Aufranc 2011 Les Cerisiers (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-aufranc-2011-cerisiers-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2011,Pascal Aufranc 14.1,White,US,"There is lots to like in this Chablis-like Chardonnay. It's dry, bright in acidity and minerally, with an undercurrent of citrus, Asian pear and tropical fruit flavors. Oak plays a subtle but essential part in the wine's richness.",Charm Acres,21,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Pali 2011 Charm Acres Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2011-charm-acres-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,Pali 12.5,Red,France,"This aromatic, red-cherry flavored wine demonstrates the freshness of the year and the grape. It's a finely textured wine that is structured and accessible, with firm, dry tannins. It can be aged for 2–3 years.",Les Chênes,22,90,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Lucien Lardy 2011 Les Chênes (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-lardy-2011-chenes-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2011,Lucien Lardy 13,White,France,"This is a lightly sweet wine, with a soft hint of honey. It shows peach and mango flavors, along with a round texture from the superripe late-harvest grapes. The finish is fresh and crisp.",Ballet d'Octobre,,90,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Domaine Cauhapé 2010 Ballet d'Octobre (Jurançon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cauhape-2010-ballet-doctobre-white-blend-gros-petit-manseng-jurancon/,Gros and Petit Manseng,2010,Domaine Cauhapé 13,White,France,"A warm, ripe, apricot-flavored wine, this has a smooth feel, with notes of pear and anise. The acidity adds to the minerality and texture. For drinking now.",Les Casterasses,25,90,Southwest France,Jurançon Sec,,Domaine Bru-Baché 2008 Les Casterasses (Jurançon Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bru-bache-2008-casterasses-other-white-gros-manseng-jurancon-sec/,Gros Manseng,2008,Domaine Bru-Baché 13.5,Red,US,"This wine begins tight and peppery, with cranberry and cherry cola flavors. Tasted over a period of several days, it not only held up well, but seemed to gain in focus. It's not a big wine, but it has authentic grip and surprising ageability.",Gregory Ranch,50,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Bergström 2010 Gregory Ranch Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergstrom-2010-gregory-ranch-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bergström 12.5,Red,France,"Contrary to its flowery name, Fleurie can produce firm and tannic wines, and this selection is a case in point. It is a solid and chunky effort that is laden with tannin and bitter cherry flavor. The tight acidity needs time to settle down, so give it a couple of years.",Les Garants,26,90,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Domaine du Vissoux 2011 Les Garants (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vissoux-2011-garants-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2011,Domaine du Vissoux 14.7,Red,US,"Soft and luxurious, this is made from Merlot and Cabernet, and it offers rich, complex flavors of blackberries, cherries, currants, dark chocolate, herbs, spices and cedar.",Lot 337,18,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Cameron Hughes 2010 Lot 337 Meritage (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2010-lot-337-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-rutherford/,Meritage,2010,Cameron Hughes 13.5,Red,US,"This Octagon is dark and charred smelling, with aromas of blackberry, cocoa, savory spice and cherry. The palate is tight yet finessed, bearing vigorous yet manageable tannins that should eventually fade with time to reveal a charming wine. Flavors of graphite, fines herbes and coffee grounds add interest to the finish.",Octagon,50,90,Virginia,Virginia,,Barboursville Vineyards 2009 Octagon Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-2009-octagon-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Barboursville Vineyards 14.5,Red,Italy,"An interesting blend of Bovale, Carignano and Cannonau (three of the great indigenous grapes of Sardinia), this opens with aromas of bramble, fresh herb, black olive and dried ginger. Soft berry fruit is backed by a fresh, menthol-tinged finish.",Korem,50,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Argiolas 2008 Korem Red (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiolas-2008-korem-red-isola-nuraghi/,Red Blend,2008,Argiolas 12,Sparkling,US,"A blend of two-thirds Chardonnay and one-third Pinot Noir, this emits an inviting whiff of caramel apple. On the palate, the frothy mousse is dry and balanced.",Brut Excellence,20,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Scharffenberger NV Brut Excellence Sparkling (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scharffenberger-nv-brut-excellence-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sparkling Blend,,Scharffenberger 14,Red,Italy,"A blend of Nero d'Avola, Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon (in equal measure), this is soft and ripe, with black cherry, cassis, chocolate and toasted espresso-bean notes. The mouthfeel is rich and velvety, with a touch of berry-like sweetness.",C'D'C' Rosso,17,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 2011 C'D'C' Rosso Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-cristo-campobello-2011-cdc-rosso-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2011,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 14.5,Red,US,"Although this is ready to drink now, it offers considerable tannins that are wrapped around layers of blackberries, black currants and cedar. The structure is impressive, so let it breathe in a decanter for an hour or two before serving.",Lot 316,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 316 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-316-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Cameron Hughes 13,White,US,"Tart and tangy, with cleansing acidity, this is a Pinot Gris ready for fresh shellfish, oysters, and mussels. The lemony fruit is marked by a touch of pineapple, showing good focus, concentration and length.",,18,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Westrey 2011 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westrey-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,Westrey 13.5,Red,US,"This is a little tight upon opening, showing just touches of flower, herb and earth. Tangy cranberry and black cherry flavors come with an underlying minerality. This is a wine to decant or cellar for a few more years.",Reserve,36,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Westrey 2010 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westrey-2010-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Westrey 13.5,Red,US,"Matured in 50% new French oak, this wine offers medium concentration and appealing scents of rose petals, apples and cranberries. The tangy fruit is juicy and firm, and nicely balanced for cellaring.",Reserve,38,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Illahe 2010 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/illahe-2010-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Illahe 14,Red,Italy,"As its name suggests, Hedonis ushers forth opulent and indulgent aromas of chocolate fudge, bright berry and exotic spice. The aromatic intensity is impressive, but the palate is tight, linear and compact. There's a pleasing touch of dried rosemary on the finish. Prestige Wine Imports Corp. —M.L.",Hedonis,31,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2007 Hedonis Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2007-hedonis-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2007,Feudo Arancio 14,Red,Chile,"This Cabernet Sauvignon-led blend comes with a deep, minerally aroma as well as with lush black-fruit, herb and spice notes. The feel is plump and smooth, while the core flavors are of blackberry, tobacco, raw oak and spice. It's predominantly round and ripe, but there's more than enough crispness and tannic bite to keep things framed.",Reserve Assemblage Cabernet Sauvignon-Carménère-Petit Verdot,19,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Estampa 2010 Reserve Assemblage Cabernet Sauvignon-Carménère-Petit Verdot Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estampa-2010-reserve-assemblage-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-petit-verdot-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Estampa 13,White,Austria,"This concentrated effort boasts rich, ripe yellow-fruit and citrus flavors as well as fine acidity. It is packed with fruit, but it also has a firm, steely, nervy texture. It should be aged for 2–3 years, maybe more, for maximum effect.",Steinberg,22,90,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2011 Steinberg Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2011-steinberg-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Pratsch 13.5,Red,US,"This is soft, delicate and finessed. It's not a blockbuster, but a silky charmer that offers layers of red currants, Dr. Pepper, vanilla and sandalwood. Ready to drink now.",River Ranch,40,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Renteria 2009 River Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renteria-2009-river-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Renteria 14,Red,Chile,"An opening of dense black-fruit, spice, violet and toast aromas functions as an invitation to this plump, chunky, well-balanced Cabernet Sauvignon. The palate bears boysenberry, blackberry and cassis flavors, with chocolate and molasses accents. Toasty, warm and rich on the finish. Drink now–2016.",Marques de Casa Concha,22,90,Puente Alto,,,Concha y Toro 2010 Marques de Casa Concha Cabernet Sauvignon (Puente Alto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2010-marques-casa-cabernet-sauvignon-puente-alto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Concha y Toro 13,White,Italy,"Very dry and dusty, this blend of Carricante and Catarratto does a great job of showing the volcanic characteristics of Mt. Etna. There is fruit in the form of citrus, pear and melon, and the wine presents a tangy grapefruit finish, with a pretty mineral nuance as well.",Etna Bianco,28,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Cottanera 2011 Etna Bianco (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottanera-2011-etna-bianco-white-etna/,White Blend,2011,Cottanera 10.5,White,US,"Due to extraordinarily sharp acidity in 2011, this tastes quite dry despite residual sugar of 1.9%. A green berry flavor is matched to elements of mineral and fruit skin, lending length and texture to the wine.",Corral Creek,28,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Chehalem 2011 Corral Creek Riesling (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2011-corral-creek-riesling-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Riesling,2011,Chehalem 14.6,Red,US,"This is a forward, even plush Reserve, loaded with generous black fruits and streaked with anise and cola notes. At first, the wine seemed to fade a bit too quickly, robbing the finish of expected complexity. But retasted on the second day, the wine had fleshed out beautifully.",Reserve,59,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Chehalem 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2009-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2009,Chehalem 13.5,Red,France,"A rich and smooth wine, this is packed with black fruits that are touched with smoky tannins from the wood aging. It's full, fruity and structured on the palate. It will age over at least 5–6 years, but, with its rich texture, it will be drinkable soon.",,18,90,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Tour Saint-Vincent 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-saint-vincent-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tour Saint-Vincent 13.5,White,France,"This is structured and textured, with white fruit flavors complemented by almond and mineral notes, along with some toast from having aged in wood. Concentrated and edgy, this needs to age for another two years.",Renaissance,23,90,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine Rotier 2010 Renaissance White (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rotier-2010-renaissance-white-gaillac/,White Blend,2010,Domaine Rotier ,Red,Italy,"Released many years after the harvest, this slowly aged expression of Nerello Cappuccio demonstrates balance and character, with pure, delicate notes of cassis, dried berry, sage and rosemary. It finishes with dusty, polished tannins.",Il Monovitigno,36,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Benanti 2006 Il Monovitigno Nerello Cappuccio (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2006-il-monovitigno-italian-red-nerello-cappuccio-sicilia/,Nerello Cappuccio,2006,Benanti 15,Red,US,"The nose is packed with dark notes of desiccated strawberry, red currant and caramel lozenge, plus dried herb and maduro subtleties. Astringent, lip-grabbing tannins bolster the fleshy, medium- to full-bodied palate. A few more years of bottle aging should help mitigate some of the tannic blow, but enjoy it now with a brief decanting and a slab of grilled meat.",CasaNoVA,50,90,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2010 CasaNoVA Merlot (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2010-casanova-merlot-virginia/,Merlot,2010,Tarara 15.5,Red,US,"Aromas of spicy cherry, mixed bramble fruit, flower and turmeric start out mild, but become explosive and rich as the wine sits in the glass. The powerhouse palate shows intense but finessed concentration, with succulent cherry, herb and cocoa flavors that are bound by chewy tannins.",,23,90,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2010 Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2010-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Tarara 14,White,Chile,"This wine consistently shows off its excellence and purity. This vintage is typically aromatic, with scents of ocean, honey, green herb and grass. The palate is full, round and lemony, with scallion, lime, melon and tarragon flavors. Will pair well with shellfish and ceviche.",T.H.,20,90,Leyda Valley,,,Undurraga 2011 T.H. Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2011-th-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Undurraga 13,Dessert,France,"Chenin Blanc from Cahors makes sweet wines with intense acidity. This rich, concentrated effort has yellow fruit and ample texture, and it needs to age for 2–3 years.",Clos Triguedina L'Or du Clos,32,90,Southwest France,Comté Tolosan,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2009 Clos Triguedina L'Or du Clos Chenin Blanc (Comté Tolosan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2009-clos-triguedina-lor-clos-chenin-blanc-comte-toulosan/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Jean-Luc Baldès 13.8,White,US,"Crisp and glossy, this refreshing, stainless-steel Sauvignon Blanc has the appropriate varietal flavors of fresh herb, sweet grass, lime and grapefruit. The flavors of citrus and herb are in perfect balance and complement each other perfectly.",,17,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,J. Scott Cellars 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-scott-cellars-2011-sauvignon-blanc-southern-rogue-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,J. Scott Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Quite dark and dense, generous and ripe, this Grenache offers a mix of red and black fruits. The flavors continue onto a finish that's rich with kirsch and coffee.",,26,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,J. Scott Cellars 2010 Grenache (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-scott-cellars-2010-grenache-southern-rogue-valley/,Grenache,2010,J. Scott Cellars 14.6,Red,US,"Tannic, dry and acidic now, this doesn't offer much of the immediate opulence found in many California Pinot Noirs. The richness is in there, but it's buried. The sweet core of cherries, currants, exotic spices, mushrooms and minerals is just waiting for time to release it. Cellar this for 6–8 years.",,55,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Kalaris 2010 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kalaris-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Kalaris 14.1,Red,US,"It's hard to resist the charms of this delicious Syrah. It has brisk acids and tannins, yet it's curiously soft on the palate, with rich, exotically sweet flavors of black currants, dark chocolate, bacon and plum sauce.",Colson Canyon Vineyard,36,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Margerum 2008 Colson Canyon Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2008-colson-canyon-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Margerum 14.2,Red,US,"This shows lots of finesse and control, despite its power. It has raspberry, cherry jam and Dr. Pepper flavors, plus a sweet coat of oak that adds vanilla and cinnamon spice notes. It can be consumed now, and it should develop in the bottle over 3–4 years.",Joh Sebastiano Vineyard,50,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Storm 2010 Joh Sebastiano Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storm-2010-joh-sebastiano-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Storm 12.9,Red,US,"Lovely aromatics introduce this elegant, light, yet truly satisfying Pinot Noir. Balanced and complex, it shows classic scents and flavors, with Burgundian character. It would not be surprising if this wine lasted a decade or more.",Croft Vineyards,28,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Spindrift Cellars 2010 Croft Vineyards Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spindrift-cellars-2010-croft-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Spindrift Cellars 13.5,Red,Italy,"Bold and inky, this wine is made from the little-known Casavecchia grape. It opens with notes of bitter chocolate, cherry, blackberry, cured meat and savory crushed peppercorn. There's a slight note of sourness on the finish that is balanced by hints of crushed granite and smoky campfire.",Centomoggia,53,90,Southern Italy,Terre del Volturno,,Terre del Principe 2009 Centomoggia Casavecchia (Terre del Volturno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-principe-2009-centomoggia-italian-red-casavecchia-terre-volturno/,Casavecchia,2009,Terre del Principe 13,Red,France,"Using grapes sourced from stony soil, this is a serious, tight and mineral-driven wine. It has firm tannins that dominate the potentially juicy red fruits. Powerful and concentrated.",Pollen,19,90,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Robert Perroud 2011 Pollen (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-perroud-2011-pollen-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2011,Robert Perroud 14.4,Red,US,"Aggressive now, this wine is big, distinguished by deep, pure flavors of red currants, sweet sandalwood, persimmons, cola and baking spices. But it needs time for all of the parts to knit together. Best after 2016 and for some years afterward.",Southing,59,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Sea Smoke 2010 Southing Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sea-smoke-2010-southing-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Sea Smoke 13,Red,Italy,"Crisp, clean and elegant, this selection would pair with white meat or pumpkin-stuffed ravioli. It offers a streamlined mouthfeel, with tones of raspberry and blueberry, backed by zesty acidity.",Dorilli,33,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico,,Planeta 2010 Dorilli (Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2010-dorilli-red-cerasuolo-vittoria-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Planeta 14.1,Red,US,"Rich and dry, with smooth tannins, this has complex cherry, dark chocolate, red currant and licorice flavors. The tannins are unlikely to age out, so give it a good airing and drink now, with rich beef and lamb dishes.",Fortuna Vineyard,55,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2009 Fortuna Vineyard Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2009-fortuna-vineyard-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,2009,Turnbull 13.5,Red,US,"This vineyard-designate, made using fruit from what is arguably the best AVA in Oregon, is crisp, spicy, peppery and herbal. The tight red fruit shows good concentration, with nicely balanced barrel notes of light chocolate and coffee.",Oracle Vineyard,32,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Westrey 2010 Oracle Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westrey-2010-oracle-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Westrey 14.5,Red,US,"An initial hit of game sets the scene for this savory Bordeaux-style blend, which has succeeding notes of tar, blackberry, rock, licorice and cocoa. Medium to full bodied, it feels poised, with accessible acids and well-managed tannins that bolster the palate. The earthy, expressive finish picks up a hint of cedar. A blend of 71% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc, 7% Petit Verdot and 7% Merlot.",Hardscrabble,39,90,Virginia,Virginia,,Linden 2008 Hardscrabble Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/linden-2008-hardscrabble-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Linden 14.6,Red,US,"Very rich and extracted, this shows the power of fine coastal Pinot Noir. It's also very tannic and in need of some time in the cellar. It has a deep core of red cherries, pomegranates, red currants and licorice, but the ripeness is wrapped in a shroud of astringency. Give it 5–6 years to begin to emerge from this cocoon.",,55,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Kalaris 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kalaris-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Kalaris 14.5,White,France,"The white wine at Montus is a blend of many of the local grapes, including the rare Petit Courbu. It has a herbaceous character that's broadened with toast and lively acidity. Finely perfumed and rich, it has an apple- and quince-flavored finish.",Château Montus Blanc,,90,Southwest France,Pacherenc du Vic Bilh,,Alain Brumont 2009 Château Montus Blanc (Pacherenc du Vic Bilh),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-brumont-2009-chateau-montus-blanc-white-pacherenc-vic-bilh/,White Blend,2009,Alain Brumont 13.5,Red,Italy,"Merlot from Mt. Etna shows the inherent softness of the variety, with bright cherry and blackberry notes, plus accents of mineral and black spice that bring up the rear.",Grammonte,48,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cottanera 2009 Grammonte Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottanera-2009-grammonte-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2009,Cottanera 13.5,Red,Italy,"This blend of Nerello Mascalese and some international varieties offers bright berry and herbal overtones, backed by notes of black pepper, olive, mineral and blackberry. There's a spot of menthol that helps render a zesty and soothing sensation on the palate.",Fatagione,30,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cottanera 2009 Fatagione Nerello Mascalese (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottanera-2009-fatagione-italian-red-nerello-mascalese-sicilia/,Nerello Mascalese,2009,Cottanera 13,White,France,"This blend of Petit Manseng and Gros Manseng shows fresh apricot fruit, with delicate acidity and nervy texture. It's not for aging, so drink it now.",Les Casterasses,30,90,Southwest France,Jurançon Sec,,Domaine Bru-Baché 2005 Les Casterasses (Jurançon Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bru-bache-2005-casterasses-white-blend-gros-petit-manseng-jurancon-sec/,Gros and Petit Manseng,2005,Domaine Bru-Baché 13,Red,France,"Solid and structured, this shows the firm side of Fleurie. It is dominated by tannins that overlay the red berry fruit and the firm plum-skin texture. With its weight and concentration, this needs to age for another 2–3 years.",,23,90,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Domaine des Nugues 2011 Fleurie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nugues-2011-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2011,Domaine des Nugues 13.5,Red,France,"This is a smooth, balanced wine that shows notes of ripe blackberry and new wood. There is a crisp edge from the currant flavor, and the acidity gives it freshness. Attractive and fruity, this is for aging over the next 3–4 years.",,25,90,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château La Clare 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clare-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Clare 13,Dessert,France,"This sweet wine balances acidity with honeyed fruit. There is a touch of botrytis to go with the orange marmalade and lemon peel flavors, while the citrus-like acids cut across the palate. This is fine to drink now, yet it will also age for many years.",Cuvée Jean,19,90,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Château Jolys 2010 Cuvée Jean (Jurançon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jolys-2010-cuvee-jean-other-white-petit-manseng-jurancon/,Petit Manseng,2010,Château Jolys 13,Red,France,"The top wine from Château de Sours, this is a rich, full-bodied Merlot that's piled high with ripe tannins and blackberry and bitter cherry flavors. Wood aging adds a complex feel, and this selection will certainly benefit from aging 3–4 years.",La Source du Château de Sours,40,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château de Sours 2010 La Source du Château de Sours (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sours-2010-source-de-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Sours 14,Red,France,"Full and rich, this has intense, ripe black-plum fruit, with layers of wood aging that give the wine a dry, firm character. The Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend give it tannic structure and concentrated juiciness. Age this for at least six years.",La Volière,60,90,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château de Reynaud 2010 La Volière (Côtes de Bourg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-reynaud-2010-voliere-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Reynaud 14.5,White,France,"With richness and alcohol similar to some California Chardonnays, this is a far cry from the more elegant whites of the region. A blockbuster selection, this is packed with yellow fruit and herb flavors, showing fine concentration and depth of flavor. Ready to drink, but it will age for 3–4 years.",Anthlogia de Conti,85,90,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château Tour des Gendres 2010 Anthlogia de Conti White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2010-anthlogia-conti-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Tour des Gendres 14.5,Red,France,"Big, bold and black in color, this wine is full of new wood perfumes, and it has a smooth, polished texture. Rich, fruity and firmly balanced, it has dark tannins that create a powerful structure. It offers some aging potential.",,25,90,Southwest France,Côtes de Bergerac,,Château Thénac 2009 Red (Côtes de Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-thenac-2009-red-cotes-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Thénac 14,Red,France,"Dominated by ripe Merlot, this rich wine has a juicy blackberry flavor and reveals the judicious use of wood. It's a wine that should be aged. The chateau is owned by the Delon family of Château Léoville las Cases.",,30,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Saint-Michel 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-michel-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Saint-Michel 14.5,Red,Chile,"Intense and compact on the nose, this has cola, mint, cassis and blackberry aromas that are tightly knit. The palate is narrow and intense, with lightly herbal, reedy flavors of saucy, savory berry and herb. This is a leading Carmenère, but it's not as flavorful and substantive as prior years.",Carmín de Peumo,149,90,Cachapoal Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2009 Carmín de Peumo Carmenère (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2009-carmin-peumo-carmenere-cachapoal-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Concha y Toro ,Red,Italy,"Beautifully etched mineral notes of granite and lead pencil are followed by touches of cassis and small forest berry. This is firm and elegant, with long, polished tannins that give the wine power and character.",,19,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Barone di Villagrande 2010 Etna,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-villagrande-2010-red-etna/,Red Blend,2010,Barone di Villagrande 14,Red,Italy,"A blend of Nero d'Avola, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, this opens with chocolate, ripe blackberry, leather and spice notes. The finish is loaded with chocolate and toasted espresso-bean flavors, revealing many soft layers on the palate.",Adènzia,25,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 2010 Adènzia Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-cristo-campobello-2010-adenzia-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 12.5,Sparkling,Austria,"A ripe, full and balanced sparkling wine, this shows the right amount of maturity, displaying hints of toast and yeast and flavors of apple and lemon. It could age for another few years, but it is ready to drink now.",Brut,44,90,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Bründlmayer 2008 Brut Sparkling (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2008-brut-sparkling-osterreichischer-sekt/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Bründlmayer 14.1,Red,US,"Fairly light in body and accessible now, this has raspberry, cherry and new oak flavors. The flavors have a spicy, oaky edge, while the tannins are notable, and the acidity provides plenty of cut. Drink now–2018.",Weir Vineyard,58,91,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Williams Selyem 2010 Weir Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2010-weir-vineyard-pinot-noir-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2010,Williams Selyem 14.6,Red,US,"In this cool year, the Old Vine Zinfandel from Sineann demonstrates considerable elegance. Nicely balanced, it offers pretty raspberry and cherry fruit, with old vine touches of spice and a certain brambly character. Tangy, tart and long lasting, this would be a good one to cellar.",Old Vine,39,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Sineann 2011 Old Vine Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2011-old-vine-zinfandel-other-columbia-valley-or/,Zinfandel,2011,Sineann 13.5,Red,US,"This shows flavors of jammy raspberry and cherry. The acidity is fantastic and so are the tannins, and the mouthfeel is silky and racy. It's an elegant Pinot Noir for drinking over the next 5–6 years.",Burt Williams' Morning Dew Ranch,75,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Williams Selyem 2010 Burt Williams' Morning Dew Ranch Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2010-burt-morning-dew-ranch-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Williams Selyem 13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine opens with impressive density, bearing ripe aromas of dark fruit and spice, followed by smoky endnotes of toasted nut and campfire. There's a playful touch of rosemary and green curry as well.",Duca Enrico,,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2007 Duca Enrico Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2007-enrico-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2007,Duca di Salaparuta 14,Red,France,"Gaillac has its own range of indigenous grapes, including the dark-colored Braucol. In this 100% varietal wine, the unusual herbal and floral character of the grape is combined with powerful tannins and rich berry flavors. With its structure, this needs to age 2–3 years.",Florentin,45,91,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine du Moulin 2011 Florentin Braucol (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moulin-2011-florentin-other-red-braucol-gaillac/,Braucol,2011,Domaine du Moulin 13.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cagnulari (55%), Syrah and Cabernet Franc, this boasts an inky black color, and it offers smoky aromas of spice, leather, tobacco and bitter chocolate. Those oak-inspired tones are followed by bold layers of blackberry and plum. The mouthfeel is creamy, long and well structured. Keep this for five years or longer.",Gerione,80,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Feudi della Medusa 2007 Gerione Red (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-della-medusa-2007-gerione-red-isola-nuraghi/,Red Blend,2007,Feudi della Medusa 14.5,Red,France,"Aged for a year in wood, this powerful, complex wine has big, burly black-fruit flavors that come with a well-integrated toast character. It will certainly age and, despite its fruitiness, it shouldn't be consumed for at least four years.",Renaissance,23,91,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine Rotier 2009 Renaissance Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rotier-2009-renaissance-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2009,Domaine Rotier 13.5,Red,France,"Dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a firm, rich expression of the vintage. It has firm tannins, with a mineral edge and a black currant flavor. The wine, which takes part of its name from the gravelly soil, has a toasty wood character that plays a fine supporting role. Age for five years or more.",,18,91,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château la Gravette Lacombe 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gravette-lacombe-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Gravette Lacombe 13,Red,France,"A full-bodied, rich and rounded wine, this has ripe tannins and red cherry and plum flavors. With a bite of spice and a chunky, solid structure, this selection can be consumed soon and it can also be aged.",Cuvée Terre de Lumière,20,91,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Château du Châtelard 2011 Cuvée Terre de Lumière (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-du-chatelard-2011-cuvee-terre-lumiere-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2011,Château du Châtelard 13,White,US,"Hibiscus and honeysuckle scents highlight the bouquet, while the palate bears flavors of pears and spices, buoyed by natural acidity. Aging in 30% (neutral) barrels puts some extra flesh on its bones.",Estate,17,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Carabella 2011 Estate Pinot Gris (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carabella-2011-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Gris,2011,Carabella 14.5,Red,Italy,"An epic red blend from Sardinia, this wine boasts huge density and pulpy notes of blackberry, black olive, licorice, leather and spice. It offers silky tannins, with loads of ripe fruit on the finish.",Shardana,30,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Valli di Porto Pino,,Cantina Santadi 2007 Shardana (Valli di Porto Pino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-santadi-2007-shardana-red-valli-porto-pino/,Red Blend,2007,Cantina Santadi 13.2,White,US,"Bright and spicy, this has flavors of melon and pear. Balanced throughout, it finishes with a lightly toasty accent. Superb winemaking shines here.",,19,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2011 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,Adelsheim 13.2,White,US,"Full and round, with snappy acidity that brings life and lift to the luscious fruit, this delicious wine is aimed at those who like a festival of green and yellow fruits in their glass. It has fine texture and length, with a defining mineral streak that elevates this well beyond just fruity. It has medium-term aging potential as well.",,22,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2011 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2011-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Adelsheim 13.8,White,US,"This shows real Chardonnay character, with a creamy texture housing flavors of Meyer lemon tart, vanilla and buttered toast, brightened with lively acidity. It's great to see veteran Bouchaine performing at such a high level.",Estate Vineyard,30,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bouchaine 2010 Estate Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-2010-estate-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2010,Bouchaine 15,Red,US,"This single-vineyard Cabernet is softening and mellowing, with flavors of cherry, mocha and oak that are picking up sweet, mushroomy, gamy notes. Carmel Valley is a small appellation in a warm part of inland Monterey County that specializes in Bordeaux red wines. It's drinking well now.",Saunders Vineyard Estate Grown,36,91,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Boëté 2005 Saunders Vineyard Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boete-2005-saunders-vineyard-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Boëté 13.5,Red,US,"Kelley Fox, who also makes the Scott Paul wines, has a deceptively delicate touch with her Pinots. They may seem light and herbal at first, but on further examination there is plenty of fruit, and it's sufficiently ripe, just not jammy. Pure expression of the site, along with somewhat wild fruit and herb flavors, are the hallmark. The flavors of bright berry and spice enter gracefully and linger through the long finish.",Momtazi Vineyard,40,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Kelley Fox 2009 Momtazi Vineyard Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kelley-fox-2009-momtazi-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2009,Kelley Fox 12.5,Red,France,"Powerful tannins dominate this serious, complex selection. It has considerable dryness and fruit, a potentially impressive combination. It needs to age for several years.",Grands Cras Vieilles Vignes,35,91,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Laurent Gauthier 2011 Grands Cras Vieilles Vignes (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-gauthier-2011-grands-cras-vieilles-vignes-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2011,Laurent Gauthier 14.5,White,US,"Elaborate and rich, this wine offers orange, nectarine, honey, vanilla, cream and butterscotch flavors, brightened by zesty acidity.",No. 33 Sonoma Collection,75,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,JCB 2010 No. 33 Sonoma Collection Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jcb-2010-no-33-sonoma-collection-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,JCB 13,Red,France,"Of all the Beaujolais crus, Morgon is the one for aging. This wine, with its powerful structure, exemplifies age-worthiness. It is weighty and dense, with a solid feel, plus juicy, opulent fruit that helps to balance the wine. Keep for 3–4 years.",,15,91,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Château de Pizay 2011 Morgon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pizay-2011-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2011,Château de Pizay 13.5,Red,France,"This is a fruity, Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated wine, with tannins that support and balance the black currant flavor. Wood aging lightly brushes the structure.",,19,91,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Chantelys 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chantelys-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Chantelys 14.4,Red,US,"This is an impressive young Cabernet: It's bone dry, tannic and intense, with flavors of mountain blackberries and black currants. It may even age for a few years.",Lot 360,26,91,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Cameron Hughes 2010 Lot 360 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2010-lot-360-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Cameron Hughes 14.5,Red,US,"This has a squeeze of lime-like acidity that cuts across the broad, rich cherry-pie, red licorice and spicy sandalwood flavors, which come with a touch of funky leather. For all of that fruit, it has a remarkably delicate mouthfeel, and it finishes dry and clean. It's very hard to predict this wine's future, but it's beautiful now to drink after a few hours in the decanter, and it should be fine over the next four years.",Katherine Lindsay Estate,85,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paul Hobbs 2010 Katherine Lindsay Estate Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-hobbs-2010-katherine-lindsay-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Paul Hobbs 14.6,Red,US,"Although this is not particularly Diamond Mountainesque, there's no denying how pretty it is. Softly tannic and minerally, it offers a peacock's tail of blackberries, black cherries, plum sauce, dark chocolate, anise, black pepper and sweet toasty oak. Drink now with grilled steak.",Reserve,75,91,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Martin Ray 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Martin Ray 13.5,White,Italy,"This boasts oak-driven aromas of honey and vanilla, with notes of exotic fruit, citrus and Golden Delicious. It is soft and supple, with a lively, fruit-driven finish.",Furore Bianco Fiorduva,55,91,Southern Italy,Costa d'Amalfi,,Marisa Cuomo 2010 Furore Bianco Fiorduva White (Costa d'Amalfi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marisa-cuomo-2010-furore-bianco-fiorduva-white-costa-damalfi/,White Blend,2010,Marisa Cuomo 14.6,White,US,"Rich and creamy, this has a smooth, buttery mouthfeel, carrying flavors of ripe peaches, pears and limes. Santa Lucia's cool climate helps to bring this wine a brisk cut of mouthwatering acidity. Production was 784 cases.",Lucia Highlands Vineyard,24,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Pessagno 2010 Lucia Highlands Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2010-lucia-highlands-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2010,Pessagno 12.5,Red,Italy,"If you love Pinot Noir, you should definitely try Sicily's Frappato grape. The crowning achievement of dynamic vintner Arianna Occhipinti, this wine portrays the variety in it's purest form. Dark ruby in color, notes of forest fruit, blue flower, spice and smoked bacon abound.",Il,42,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Occhipinti 2010 Il Frappato (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/occhipinti-2010-il-italian-red-frappato-sicilia/,Frappato,2010,Occhipinti 14,Red,Italy,"This is a pure expression of Nero d'Avola, with bright cherry and generous milk chocolate notes that are backed by toasted oak tannins and a fresh, spicy finish. The quality of the fruit is lively, rich and chewy.",Lu Patri,40,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 2010 Lu Patri Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-cristo-campobello-2010-lu-patri-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 12.5,Sparkling,US,"A little scouring, but delicious and complex, this has appealing flavors of yeast, lemons, limes and pears. Dry and yeasty, it feels very elegant on the palate.",Late Disgorged Brut,90,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 2003 Late Disgorged Brut Sparkling (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2003-late-disgorged-brut-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2003,J Vineyards & Winery 18.5,Dessert,US,"Capturing the dense essence of Petite Sirah, this marries deep berry flavor to a highlight of Bourbon-soaked chocolate. It's not overly sweet, but it's definitely a dessert wine.",Mistelle,24,91,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,J. Scott Cellars 2010 Mistelle Petite Sirah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-scott-cellars-2010-mistelle-petite-sirah-southern-rogue-valley/,Petite Sirah,2010,J. Scott Cellars 12.5,Red,France,"Ripe and structured, this has finely balanced flavors of bitter black cherries and juicy red plums. It has great depth of flavor, and its ripeness and fruitiness will develop over the next few months. No added sulfur was used in the fermentation of this wine.",Les Roches,20,91,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Lucien Lardy 2011 Les Roches (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-lardy-2011-roches-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2011,Lucien Lardy 13.5,White,US,"Tangent's white wines, which are unoaked, get better each vintage. This Grenache Blanc is exquisitely sculpted with sharp acids and pinpointed minerals, and offers orange, melon and vanilla-honey flavors. A delight to drink, at a great price.",Paragon Vineyard,17,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tangent 2011 Paragon Vineyard Grenache Blanc (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2011-paragon-vineyard-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-edna-valley/,Grenache Blanc,2011,Tangent 14.1,Red,US,"Made from the classic Bordeaux varieties, this polished, supple wine is pretty tannic, but it's fine for drinking now. It shows a concentration of blackberry and black currant flavors, with a liqueur-sweet intensity that leads into a long finish.",Estate Grown,60,91,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2009 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2009-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Trefethen 14.5,Red,Chile,"This Cabernet-led blend is compact on the bouquet, with clay, spice, balsam and rubbery berry aromas. The palate offers fine structure and intensity, with blackberry, toast, coffee and mocha flavors. It's long and chocolaty on the well-oaked finish. The blend contains 15% Petit Verdot and 5% Syrah; drink through 2017.",DON,75,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Helena 2009 DON Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-helena-2009-don-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Santa Helena 14,Red,France,"One of the single parcel releases (this is numbered A307), this is a pure Merlot that's earthy, rich and smoky. Intense and concentrated, it has acidity that balances the ripe fruit. Age this wine for 4–5 years.",Les Gendres,55,91,Southwest France,Côtes de Bergerac,,Château Tour des Gendres 2010 Les Gendres Merlot (Côtes de Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2010-les-merlot-cotes-bergerac/,Merlot,2010,Château Tour des Gendres 13.5,Red,France,"This wine that shows the ripe tannins of Saint-Estèphe. It has a dry, dark core that's surrounded by rich black currant fruit. Situated close to Calon-Ségur, this is a stylish selection that exudes power and structure.",,105,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Ségur de Cabanac 2010 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-segur-cabanac-2010-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Ségur de Cabanac 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made from Syrah that was grown on the steep, blackened slopes of Mt. Etna, this is round and plump, with aromas of blackberry and spice backed by black olive, bacon fat and crushed white pepper. It's silky, long and smooth.",Sole di Sesta,48,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cottanera 2009 Sole di Sesta Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottanera-2009-sole-sesta-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2009,Cottanera 14.5,Red,France,"Huge and concentrated, this is packed with dense tannins. The opulent black fruit shows a sumptuous character, balanced by a mineral-driven texture. With its great weight and its firm structure, this needs to age for at least six years.",Château de Mercuès,24,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2009 Château de Mercuès Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2009-chateau-mercues-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Georges Vigouroux 14,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot, this is plush and round, with bright notes of black fruit, spice, leather and blackberry. There's a touch of spice on the finish, and the texture is soft and rich.",Symposio,20,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2010 Symposio Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2010-symposio-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,Feudo Principi di Butera 13.5,Red,Italy,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot shows the great strides this winery has made in recent years. The quality of the fruit is fresh and intense, with deep layers of black cherry, chocolate and spice. The finish is rich and penetrating, with lingering barbecue spice on the finish.",Symposio,20,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2008 Symposio Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2008-symposio-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2008,Feudo Principi di Butera 14.5,Red,Chile,"Although this blend smells a bit loamy and earthy, there's plum, cherry and cinnamon aromas that are frontal in their attack. The palate is serious and tight, with medium-strength tannins and flavors of baked berry, spice and coffee. On the finish, pepper and olive notes enter the frame. Drink now–2017.",Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve,95,91,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2009 Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve Red (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2009-don-maximiano-founders-reserve-red-aconcagua-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Errazuriz 15.1,Red,US,"This is a jammy wine, with an aroma and flavor that verge on being pruny. It offers good minerality, with a compact, focused flavor that suggests intensely concentrated berry compote, plus grace notes of plum and apricot.",Windrow Vineyards Old Block,57,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Tero Estates 2008 Windrow Vineyards Old Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tero-estates-2008-windrow-old-block-cabernet-sauvignon-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Tero Estates 13,Red,Italy,"Plush and opulent, this wine doles out huge intensity in its black fruit aroma and its toasted oak note. It shows incredible softness and richness on the finish, with a sweet blackberry-pie tone as well.",Donna Lisa Riserva,50,91,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Leone de Castris 2009 Donna Lisa Riserva Red (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leone-castris-2009-donna-lisa-riserva-red-salice-salentino/,Red Blend,2009,Leone de Castris ,Red,Italy,"A savory and meaty expression of Syrah, this opens with enticing aromas of dark cherry, leather, cured meat and wet earth. The palate is extra smooth and soft, with flavors like pistachio and almond, that pin the wine to Sicily.",,42,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2010 Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2010,Planeta ,Red,Italy,"Santa Cecilia opens with the aromas that define the Nero d'Avola grape. There are touches of almond and Bronte pistachio, followed by blackberry, plum and cherry notes. A smoky mineral tone appears on the finish, and the wine is fresh and well structured.",Santa Cecilia,43,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2010 Santa Cecilia Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2010-santa-cecilia-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Planeta 13,Red,France,"Located on high ground to the east of Cahors, this estate was replanted in the 1980s at a high density. Rich, smooth and dense, this shows concentrated ripe plum and juicy blackberry flavors and, above all, firm tannins. Wood aging has smoothed the rough edges.",Château Pech de Jammes,25,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2009 Château Pech de Jammes Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2009-chateau-pech-jammes-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Georges Vigouroux 13.4,Red,US,"This estate offering is lively, with a slightly peppery accent. Cranberry and raspberry flavors show midpalate concentration, leaving the impression of a juicy, vibrant wine with aging potential.",Lange Estate Vineyard,60,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Lange 2010 Lange Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-2010-lange-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Lange 14.5,Red,Italy,"Part of the natural wine movement, this organically farmed blend of Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio and Alicante shows harmony and elegance. It shows some age too, with aromas of tar, licorice, cassis, prune and dark tobacco. It feels supersmooth and silky.",Aetneus,35,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,I Custodi 2007 Aetneus (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-custodi-2007-aetneus-red-etna/,Red Blend,2007,I Custodi 14.3,Red,US,"A soft Anderson Valley Pinot Noir from one of the region's better known vineyards, this has thick fruit, yet it offers a silky counterpoint to the meatiness lurking in the background. With tart cherry and dark plum flavors, the wine has depth and finishes long and clean.",Londer Vineyards,50,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Davies 2010 Londer Vineyards Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davies-2010-londer-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Davies 14,White,Italy,"Here's an opulent, structured expression of Insolia that shows the aging potential of the grape and its ability to absorb the beautiful, toasted qualities associated with oak aging. It's sophisticated and smooth, with peach, vanilla and exotic fruit notes.",Bianca di Valguarnera,,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2010 Bianca di Valguarnera Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2010-bianca-valguarnera-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2010,Duca di Salaparuta 13,White,Italy,"This Chardonnay-based wine opens with deep aromas of yellow fruit, honey, rose and vanilla. It is creamy and rich, with lingering tones of almond and sun-ripened citrus.",Chiarandà,40,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Contessa Entellina,,Donnafugata 2009 Chiarandà (Contessa Entellina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2009-chiaranda-chardonnay-contessa-entellina/,Chardonnay,2009,Donnafugata 14,White,Austria,"This is about as rich as a Riesling gets in Kamptal, and yet its richness hardly shows. What stands out is the pure, crisp fruit as well as the steely acidity. Intense and concentrated, this has considerable aging potential. Keep it for five years or more.",Steinmassel Erste Lage Reserve,32,91,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2011 Steinmassel Erste Lage Reserve Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2011-steinmassel-erste-lage-reserve-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2011,Bründlmayer 14.1,Red,US,"Virtually pure Syrah, this is big, full bodied and loaded with berry and barrel flavors. The accents of clean earth, toast and spice weave through the fruit and onto the well-built finish that features polished tannins. The power and structure suggest that this could age for up to a decade.",Estate,30,91,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2008 Estate Syrah (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2008-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-umpqua-valley/,Syrah,2008,Abacela 13.5,Red,US,"This is among the most elegant and refined Syrahs made anywhere in the Northwest. It has a fine-tuned richness that belies its modest alcohol. Plum, blueberry and cherry pie flavors come with a hint of Bourbon barrel. The complexity and detail are truly engaging.",Reserve,45,91,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Cowhorn 2009 Reserve Syrah (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cowhorn-2009-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-applegate-valley/,Syrah,2009,Cowhorn 14,Red,Italy,"A pure expression of Cabernet Sauvignon from the volcanic soils of Mt. Etna, this shows a drying mineral nuance of brimstone and graphite, backed by black fruit and spice notes. The tannins are superpolished and silky. This is a beautiful marriage of grape variety and terroir.",Nume,48,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cottanera 2008 Nume Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottanera-2008-nume-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Cottanera 13.5,Red,Italy,"This opens with a delicate note of black currant, followed by touches of smoky campfire and brimstone. Etna's characteristic volcanic-soil fingerprint is evident.",Etna Rosso,55,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Cottanera 2008 Etna Rosso (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottanera-2008-etna-rosso-red-etna/,Red Blend,2008,Cottanera 13.5,Red,US,"This well-balanced, estate-grown Pinot Noir combines elegance with accessibility. It's a lovely mix of flower and red berry scents and flavors. A hint of rose petal adds a gentle touch to the finish.",Estate,37,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Carabella 2010 Estate Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carabella-2010-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2010,Carabella 12.5,Red,France,The magnificent 17th-century Château de la Chaize and its cellars are national monuments. This wine has a warm structure that's packed with black cherry flavor and finished with acidity. It could age for another year or two.,,19,91,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Château de la Chaize 2009 Brouilly,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chaize-2009-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2009,Château de la Chaize 14.5,White,France,"An opulent wine, this shows the beautiful, ripe fruit of 2010. Packed with apricot, white peach and white fig flavors, this full-bodied blend of Petit Manseng and Gros Manseng also has a honeyed touch.",Cuvée Pauline,27,91,Southwest France,Jurançon Sec,,Château Jolys 2010 Cuvée Pauline (Jurançon Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jolys-2010-cuvee-pauline-white-blend-gros-petit-manseng-jurancon-sec/,Gros and Petit Manseng,2010,Château Jolys 14,Red,US,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot grown in this warm Monterey County appellation, this is dry, mellow and complex, offering waves of stewed blackberries, sweet green herbs, anisette liqueur and smoky sandalwood, with a touch of raisins on the finish.",Cheval Rouge Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc-Merlot,30,91,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Boëté 2008 Cheval Rouge Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc-Merlot Red (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boete-2008-cheval-rouge-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc-merlot-red-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Boëté 14.5,Red,Chile,"Roasted, spicy and gritty aromas are common for this Carmenère-led blend from Alvaro Espinoza. The palate is full and ripe, with tannic grip. Flavors of buttery oak, vanilla, blackberry and olive lead to a toasty finish, with mocha and bitter chocolate notes. Overall, it's an oaky, ripe, strong-boned Maipo wine to drink now–2017.",,75,91,Maipo Valley,,,Antiyal 2010 Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antiyal-2010-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Antiyal 13.5,Red,France,"Strong aromas of new wood dominate the opening, and they follow through to the concentrated palate, creating a wine that only shows wood and licorice flavors at this stage. Let this age for at least four years.",Cuvée Prestige,26,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Cénac 2010 Cuvée Prestige Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cenac-2010-cuvee-prestige-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Château de Cénac 14,Red,France,"This blend of Négrette, Syrah and Malbec sourced from vineyards close to Toulouse is dense, ripe and packed with spicy black-plum fruit. It's opulent and generous, with a smooth rich texture, sweet tannins and a hint of wood aging. This needs 2–3 years to mature.",Le Bouissel,19,91,Southwest France,Fronton,,Château Bouissel 2010 Le Bouissel Red (Fronton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouissel-2010-le-red-fronton/,Red Blend,2010,Château Bouissel 15.4,Red,US,"The composition of this Bordeaux-style blend is mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with smaller amounts of Merlot and Cabernet Franc. It's rich, with fine, strong Napa tannins and a smooth jacket of sweet, smoky oak. The blackberry and currant flavors are deep and impressive. Give it 6–8 years to mellow.",Family Reserve Generations,50,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2009 Family Reserve Generations Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2009-family-reserve-generations-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Charles Krug 12.5,White,Austria,"One of the entry-level wines from Bründlmayer, this is all about the fruit. It is fresh and perfumed, with just a touch of pepper that adds zestiness. It's a pleasure to drink now, and the creamed pear and citrus flavors are already in harmony.",Kamptaler Terrassen,23,88,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2011 Kamptaler Terrassen Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2011-kamptaler-terrassen-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Bründlmayer 14.3,Red,US,"Smooth and rich, this has pleasing flavors of blackberries, currants, dried herbs and cedar that are marked by firm tannins. Dry and full-bodied, it's a classic Cabernet to drink now and over the next four years or so while it's still fresh and fruity. This bottling routinely earns Editor's Choice awards.",Three Vineyards,17,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2010 Three Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2010-three-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Pedroncelli 14.8,Red,US,"Rich and dense, this has blackberry and black cherry jam, mocha and spice flavors. It contains 16% Cabernet Sauvignon, which lends the wine weight and body. While it's technically dry, there's a sweetness that comes from the ripeness of fruit and the caramel flavor from the oak, which gives it a sugary, bacony taste. Delicious now and for a few years.",,40,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stephanie 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephanie-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Stephanie 14.5,Red,France,"While most production of Buzet is controlled by the local cooperative, a few separate estates exist, such as this chateau. This is an elegant blend of Malbec, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, with a ripe, full, Bordeaux-style feel.",Château Tournelles,19,88,Southwest France,Buzet,,Georges Vigouroux 2009 Château Tournelles Red (Buzet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2009-chateau-tournelles-red-buzet/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Georges Vigouroux 12.5,White,Italy,"This gorgeous Greco di Tufo opens with bright aromas of pear, peach and crushed brimstone. In the mouth, it tastes fresh and fruity. Pair it with crab cakes or Thai vegetable rolls.",,25,88,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,Mastroberardino 2011 Greco di Tufo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2011-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,2011,Mastroberardino 14.1,Red,US,"An exotic, spicy Pinot Noir, this is medium-bodied and crisp, with complex cranberry, raspberry, red licorice and smoky sandalwood flavors. Drink this dry, silky effort now.",Knittel Vineyard,40,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Renteria 2009 Knittel Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renteria-2009-knittel-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Renteria 13,Red,US,"This is a very pretty wine, though not nearly as substantial as the 2009. Fruit flavors of strawberry and light cherry are set over tart acids. The palate softens up a bit and runs through a quick, clean fade.",Adalfo's Block,38,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Raptor Ridge 2010 Adalfo's Block Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raptor-ridge-2010-adalfos-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Raptor Ridge 12.5,White,US,"The same Bell as the well-known Napa Valley winery, Bell extends its reach into Oregon to make this lip-smackingly good Pinot Gris. Gooseberry, melon, kiwi and grapefruit flavors swirl across the tongue, leaving a clean, fresh and very fruity wake. The moderate alcohol is an added bonus.",,22,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bell 2011 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,Bell 14.5,Red,US,"This manages to combine instant drinkability with Napa complexity, resulting in a really nice wine. Although it's not an ager, it rises to the occasion with sweetly ripe raspberries, cherries and blackberries, plush, polished tannins and a lovely coating of smoky oak.",Reserve,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Martin Ray 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Martin Ray 13,White,Italy,"Bright and fragrant, this has aromas of Golden Delicious, pear, white flower and honeysuckle. It has a touch of sun-ripened sweetness, followed by a creamy texture.",,15,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Montoni 2011 Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-montoni-2011-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2011,Feudo Montoni 15,Red,Chile,"The aromas are hard at first, then rubbery and leathery, with a tarry black-fruit note. After the palate opens with aggressive, rubbery tannins, flavors of licorice and grapy, medicinal oak burst onto the scene. Long on the finish, but with a lasting resiny flavor.",Dueño de la Luna,45,87,Maule Valley,,,Meli 2009 Dueño de la Luna Carignan (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meli-2009-dueno-luna-carignan-maule-valley/,Carignan,2009,Meli 13.5,Red,Italy,"Dark and dense, this has loads of ripe fruit and leather aromas on the bouquet. It shows a soft, supple side on the palate, with a tangy touch of black licorice on the finish.",Coste a Preola,17,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Gorghi Tondi 2010 Coste a Preola Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-gorghi-tondi-2010-coste-a-preola-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Tenuta Gorghi Tondi 13,Red,Italy,"This pure expression of Nero d'Avola has bittersweet aromas of almond and cherry that are set against notes of soda, cassis and wet earth. The wine is aged in stainless steel to maintain the purity of its aromas.",Ero,25,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta di Fessina 2010 Ero Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-fessina-2010-ero-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Tenuta di Fessina 13,Red,France,"This is soft and full bodied, with round tannins that hint at dryness. With its ripe red-plum and strawberry flavors, this is a pleasure to drink now, but it is likely to age for several months.",Château de Bagnols,14,87,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Signé Vigneron 2011 Château de Bagnols (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2011-chateau-bagnols-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2011,Signé Vigneron 13,Red,Italy,"This Syrah offers plush cherry and blackberry notes, with cured meat, tobacco and black pepper touches. It feels smooth, rich and soft.",Case Ibidini,15,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2011 Case Ibidini Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2011-case-ibidini-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2011,Valle dell'Acate 13.5,White,US,"With just a tiny touch of oak, this wine's fruit and acidity star. It has flavors of Meyer lemon, lime, green apple, vanilla, honey and white pepper, brightened by zesty acidity. A nice cocktail wine to drink now.",Charlotte's Home Estate,15,87,California,Sonoma,Northern Sonoma,Rodney Strong 2011 Charlotte's Home Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Northern Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2011-charlottes-home-estate-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-northern/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Rodney Strong 13,White,Italy,"This blend of Greco and Fiano shows a dry note of crushed mineral, followed by notes of peach, honey and a touch of spice and lemon zest. Pair this with Thai mango salad.",Pipoli,12,87,Southern Italy,Basilicata,,Vigneti del Vulture 2011 Pipoli White (Basilicata),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-vulture-2011-pipoli-white-basilicata/,White Blend,2011,Vigneti del Vulture 14.2,Red,US,"This is made in a lighter style for drinking now. It has a translucent ruby color, and the palate feels dry and silky, with citrusy acids brightening the sour red-cherry candy, persimmon and spice flavors.",Reserve,27,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Frei Brothers 2010 Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2010-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Frei Brothers 13.5,White,Italy,"Creamy, rich and loaded with apricot and peach, this would pair well with creamy vegetable risotto.",,9,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2011 Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2011-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2011,Feudo Arancio 13.5,Red,Italy,"This opens with aromas of black cherry, chocolate, prune and blackberry jam. Freshness and subtle softness picks up on the rear of the wine.",,10,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Feudo Arancio 13.5,Red,Italy,"With its ripe berry and plum aromas, plus its background tones of spice and dark chocolate, this is a pure expression of Malvasia Nera. A touch of sour cherry gives the wine a bright, fresh finish.",Sud,14,87,Southern Italy,Salento,,Feudi di San Marzano 2010 Sud Malvasia Nera (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-marzano-2010-sud-italian-red-malvasia-nera-salento/,Malvasia Nera,2010,Feudi di San Marzano 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made from the little-known Cagnulari grape, this wine offers a cured meat accent, backed by blackberry and plum notes. It feels tight and raw on the palate, with integrated acidity on the finish.",Crisaore,40,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Feudi della Medusa 2007 Crisaore Red (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-della-medusa-2007-crisaore-red-isola-nuraghi/,Red Blend,2007,Feudi della Medusa 14,Red,Italy,"In a touch of irony, Versace is a no-frills Nero d'Avola that opens with a bright berry note and light touches of spice and toasted nut. The smooth finish would pair well with breaded veal.",Versace,21,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudi del Pisciotto 2010 Versace Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-pisciotto-2010-versace-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Feudi del Pisciotto 13.5,Red,Italy,"Bold and modern in style, this blend of Merlot and Syrah shows ripe fruit and blackberry, with soft endnotes of leather and chocolate.",Baglio del Sole,10,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudi del Pisciotto 2010 Baglio del Sole Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-pisciotto-2010-baglio-sole-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,Feudi del Pisciotto 13,Red,US,"Perhaps because it is a blended wine, the Estate Selection is showing better fruit than many of Erath's single-vineyard Pinots in 2010. Light, pretty cherry fruit comes with a note of milk chocolate from barrel aging. It's nicely balanced with a medium-length finish.",Estate Selection,34,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 2010 Estate Selection Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2010-estate-selection-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Erath 14.5,Red,Italy,"A bright and straightforward expression of Nero d'Avola, this offers notes of red fruit and toasted pistachio, plus a light shading of tobacco.",Schietto,19,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Principi di Spadafora 2009 Schietto Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principi-spadafora-2009-schietto-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2009,Principi di Spadafora 15.2,Red,US,"As there is not a lot of Cabernet Franc made in Lodi, this is a rare chance to see what it can be. This wine is imprinted with Michael David's typical big, bold flavors. It's an aromatic combination of perfume, cinnamon spice and toasty oak. The palate is dense and smoky, with strong raspberry and currant fruit.",Inkblot,35,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Michael David 2010 Inkblot Cabernet Franc (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-david-2010-inkblot-cabernet-franc-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Michael David 14.1,White,US,"In contrast to the Artist Series Viognier, this is made entirely in stainless steel. It's quite soft, with ripe fruit flavors of peaches and apricots. There's a hint of vanilla spice as well.",,29,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Merrill Cellars 2010 Viognier (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merrill-cellars-2010-viognier-other/,Viognier,2010,Merrill Cellars 13.6,Red,US,"Dry and soft in tannins, this exudes rich blackberry, grilled prosciutto and black pepper flavors. Made for drinking now, it shows real Santa Lucia elegance at an affordable price.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2010 Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2010,Morgan 13.5,Red,Italy,"Huge black-fruit intensity rushes to the nose and gives this wine a sun-drenched, jammy feel that is soft, but not necessarily sweet. In fact, this ripe Primitivo shows balance and a touch of refreshing acidity.",Arcangelo,15,87,Southern Italy,Salento,,Palamà 2011 Arcangelo Primitivo (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palama-2011-arcangelo-zinfandel-primitivo-salento/,Primitivo,2011,Palamà ,White,Italy,This blend of Albanello and Moscato opens with an off-gold color and rich aromas of yellow rose and honey. There's a touch of bitter almond on the palate.,SP68 Bianco,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Occhipinti 2011 SP68 Bianco White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/occhipinti-2011-sp68-bianco-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Occhipinti 12.5,White,Italy,"Zibibbo is another name for Moscato, and this dry effort shows the beautiful floral aromas associated with the grape, which is often destined for dessert wines. Honey, white flower and jasmine notes blend with the crisp, clean mouthfeel. This is a perfect aperitivo.",Lighea,20,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Donnafugata 2011 Lighea Zibibbo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2011-lighea-muscat-zibibbo-sicilia/,Zibibbo,2011,Donnafugata 13.5,Red,US,"Firm and juicy, this Pinot has a core of berry fruit and plenty of acidity. The earthy, herbal accents are typical of this AVA. Overall, it shows fine balance and decent concentration.",Dijon Cuvée Estate,22,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Cherry Hill 2010 Dijon Cuvée Estate Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cherry-hill-2010-dijon-cuvee-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Cherry Hill 15,Red,US,"This is a big, powerful Zinfandel that's typical of Monte Rosso in its mountain intensity of fruit. It tastes like the essence of ripe blackberries and sweet black currants, with lots of heat from the alcohol. Drink this robust, lusty wine with barbecue and rich meat stews.",Monte Rosso Vineyard,45,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Black Stallion 2010 Monte Rosso Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-stallion-2010-monte-rosso-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Black Stallion 13,White,Italy,"This dry expression of Zibibbo (a grape normally used to make passito dessert wines), opens with a fragrant bouquet of white flower and honey, backed by a lean, crisp mouthfeel. The acidity offers a big surprise.",Rajàh,24,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Gorghi Tondi 2011 Rajàh Zibibbo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-gorghi-tondi-2011-rajah-muscat-zibibbo-sicilia/,Zibibbo,2011,Tenuta Gorghi Tondi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Easy and smooth, this shows bright fruit aromas of cherry and cooked raspberry, with soft layers of spice and tobacco at the back. Pair this with pasta and hearty meat sauce.",Sorante,30,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Gorghi Tondi 2010 Sorante Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-gorghi-tondi-2010-sorante-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Tenuta Gorghi Tondi 14.5,Red,US,"Blended with a little Cabernet Franc and Petite Sirah, this is a soft, sweet, peppery Merlot, filled with luscious, warm-climate flavors of black cherries, raspberries and chocolate. There's a lot of sweet, smoky oak, too. Drink up.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2010 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2010-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2010,Robert Hall 13.9,White,Chile,"Hailing from coastal Leyda, this wine has a bouquet that comes with an oceanic edge, plus grass and green fruit aromas. The palate is crisp and lively, with good acidity bolstering citrus, lychee, melon and grass flavors. The finish is cleansing.",Reserva,12,87,Leyda Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2012 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2012-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Santa Carolina 14.5,Red,US,"This starts out with pretty fruit scents and a supple, almost silky entry. There's a strong cola streak that runs through the core, plus flavors of smoked figs and dusty spices. The finish turns slightly bitter, with a residue of scorched chocolate.",SV Estate,45,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Stoller 2009 SV Estate Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoller-2009-sv-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Stoller 13.5,Red,Italy,"Lush and rich, this easy Negroamaro offers notes of ripe cherry and blackberry, backed by light spice and tobacco accents. The palate is smooth.",,12,87,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Matané 2011 Negroamaro (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matane-2011-italian-red-negroamaro-puglia/,Negroamaro,2011,Matané 14.5,Red,US,"This shows rich blackberry, black currant, chocolate and cedar flavors that are wrapped into smooth, fine tannins, with a long, distinguished finish. It's a little warm in alcohol, but altogether this is a fine Cabernet for drinking now.",,34,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Louis M. Martini 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Louis M. Martini 13.5,Red,France,"With the delicious black-currant aroma of Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a stylish, fruity wine that also has a firmly tannic side. One of a range of wines produced by consultant Stéphane Derenoncourt, this wine exudes the attractive acidity and the forward fruitiness of the vintage.",,25,87,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Les Parcelles de Stéphane Derenoncourt 2011 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parcelles-stephane-derenoncourt-2011-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Les Parcelles de Stéphane Derenoncourt 14,Red,Chile,"This Pinot Noir is raisiny on the nose but maintains a fresh outlook. The palate runs heavy, almost to the point of feeling flat, while the flavor profile offers ripe berry, cherry and raisin notes. It's plump and soft on the finish, with a resin-like taste. Only 48 cases produced.",Alazan CJ's Barrel,38,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Kingston Family 2011 Alazan CJ's Barrel Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kingston-family-2011-alazan-cjs-barrel-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Kingston Family 13,Red,Italy,"This opens with a wet earth aroma, plus easy notes of black fruit and prune. On the palate, there's a ripe note of fruity sweetness that gives the wine roundness and softness on the finish.",Ampelo,15,87,Southern Italy,Salento,,Luccarelli 2010 Ampelo Malvasia Nera (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luccarelli-2010-ampelo-italian-red-malvasia-nera-salento/,Malvasia Nera,2010,Luccarelli 13.5,White,Italy,"This Vermentino boasts a creamy mouthfeel and medium intensity, with notes of white flower, dried hay, peach and citrus. It feels smooth and silky on the finish.",Giunco,26,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Sardegna,,Mesa 2011 Giunco (Vermentino di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mesa-2011-giunco-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-sardegna/,Vermentino,2011,Mesa 14.1,White,US,"A clean aroma of apple that's detailed with light notes of fresh herb and barrel toast introduce this well-structured Chardonnay. It's a solid effort, buoyed by good natural acidity.",Estate Grown,24,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2011 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-vineyards-2011-estate-grown-chardonnay-southern-umpqua-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Melrose ,Red,Italy,"Bright Cabernet aromas of blackberry and black pepper are followed by some bitter almond and cured meat tones. It has structure, firmness and intensity, with a medium build.",Aquilae,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 2010 Aquilae Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticultori-associati-canicatti-2010-aquilae-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Viticultori Associati Canicatti ,Red,Italy,"Bold prune and ripe blackberry notes are followed by leather and dried tobacco accents. In the mouth, the wine is smooth, velvety and easily approachable.",Aquilae,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 2009 Aquilae Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticultori-associati-canicatti-2009-aquilae-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2009,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 14,Red,US,"This polished young wine shows the softness and slight herbaceousness that mark many Alexander Valley Cabernets. With ripe blackberry, cherry pie, red currant and mocha flavors, it's a fine wine to drink now and over the next 4–5 years.",Estate Grown,30,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Reynoso 2009 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reynoso-2009-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Reynoso ,Red,France,"A classic and fun Nouveau, this has an extra side of firm tannin that adds weight to an otherwise bold, fruity and food-friendly wine.",Nouveau,13,87,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Thorin 2012 Nouveau (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thorin-2012-nouveau-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2012,Thorin 13.5,White,US,"This intensely aromatic Riesling bursts with cheese rind and apple cider. Elegant, fruity and dry. Pair it with Thai food.",Dry,18,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Madroña 2010 Dry Riesling (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrona-2010-dry-riesling-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Riesling,2010,Madroña 14.5,Red,US,"This wine shows the richness of the vineyard, offering flashy flavors of raspberry and cherry jam, licorice, brown sugar and smoky oak. Balanced with bright acidity, this is meant to be consumed now and over the next few years.",Lone Oak Vineyard,50,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Lucienne 2010 Lone Oak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucienne-2010-lone-oak-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2010,Lucienne 14,Red,Italy,"Sweet tones of prune, ripe cherry and moist pipe tobacco give this wine appeal and personality. The palate shows soft tones of chocolate and cooked cherry.",Chiantari,16,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenimenti Zabù 2011 Chiantari Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-zabu-2011-chiantari-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2011,Tenimenti Zabù 14,Red,Italy,"Clean and easy, this has a bright fruit aroma, plus a subtle tone of burnt almond at the back. Pair this with ravioli and smoked ricotta cheese.",Chiantari,16,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenimenti Zabù 2010 Chiantari Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-zabu-2010-chiantari-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Tenimenti Zabù 15,Red,US,"The restrained aromas of black mission fig, cumin, caraway seed and cocoa are alluring but elusive. Full bodied and muscular, the palate feels a bit clamped at the moment, finishing with some warmth. A blend of 67% Tannat and 33% Petit Verdot.",SuperNoVA,50,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2010 SuperNoVA Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2010-supernova-red-virginia/,Red Blend,2010,Tarara 12.5,White,Austria,"A perfumed, fruity wine, Lange Ried, or “Long Vineyard,” is a textured and lightly minerally Riesling, with a concentrated white-fruit flavor and a crisp finish.",Lange Ried,20,87,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2011 Lange Ried Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2011-lange-ried-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2011,Pratsch 13,Red,Italy,"Easy, fresh and true to the variety, this expression offers blue flower and forest berry notes, backed by almond and pistachio accents. The finish is crisp, tight and lean.",Case Ibidini,15,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2011 Case Ibidini Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2011-case-ibidini-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2011,Valle dell'Acate 13.5,Red,Chile,"Rustic smelling, this has a leafy scent and red fruit aromas akin to cherry and raspberry. The mouthfeel is tight, jumpy and alert, and the flavors of cassis and plum set up a rugged, scratchy finish, with notes of carob, vanilla and coffee.",T.H. Alto Maipo,25,87,Pirque,,,Undurraga 2009 T.H. Alto Maipo Cabernet Sauvignon (Pirque),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2009-th-alto-maipo-cabernet-sauvignon-pirque/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Undurraga 14.2,White,US,"This shows its age a bit, as the citrus, lemongrass and tropical flavors pick up a dried fruit edge. But it's clean and vibrant, offering plenty of Napa complexity. Drink now.",Five Clones,27,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Worthy 2009 Five Clones Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/worthy-2009-five-clones-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Worthy 13,Red,Chile,"This is a restrained Cabernet, with spicy aromas of cherry and plum. It feels fresh, clean and juicy, with a balanced mix of herb, cherry and red berry flavors. The finish is tight, focused and fresh, with herbal shadings.",Columbine Special Reserve Single Vineyard,18,87,Colchagua Valley,,,William Cole 2010 Columbine Special Reserve Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2010-columbine-special-reserve-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,William Cole ,Red,Italy,"This offers bright cherry intensity, with raw spice and tobacco notes. The purity of those aromas gives the wine nice momentum on the palate.",,17,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Noto,,Marabino 2010 Nero d'Avola (Noto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marabino-2010-italian-red-nero-davola-noto/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Marabino 14.1,Red,US,"Blackberry, tobacco, dark chocolate, currant and spice flavors mark this dry, tannic blend. It has furry tannins and a briary mouthfeel that make it somewhat rustic. Give it a long decant before drinking now.",Nobile,45,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Montemaggiore 2009 Nobile Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montemaggiore-2009-nobile-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2009,Montemaggiore 11.5,White,France,"An herbal wine, this has fruit flavors that suggest peach and crisp apple. Round, textured and fragrant, this is for drinking now.",,9,87,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Mont Gravet 2011 Colombard (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-gravet-2011-other-white-colombard-cotes-gascogne/,Colombard,2011,Mont Gravet 13,Red,Italy,"A bright expression of Nero d'Avola, this shows a pretty fruit note, backed by prune, spice and wet earth accents. It feels silky and supple, with soft tannins.",,15,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Altadonna 2010 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altadonna-2010-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Altadonna 13.5,White,US,"This is the first Chardonnay release from Anam Cara, estate grown from young vines, and softened by secondary fermentation. The flavors suggest almond and butter, light citrus, a whiff of toast and a taste of cracker. It's smooth, with a lemony finish.",Nicholas Estate,26,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Anam Cara 2011 Nicholas Estate Chardonnay (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anam-cara-2011-nicholas-estate-chardonnay-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Chardonnay,2011,Anam Cara 13.6,White,US,"Clean and fresh, this value-priced southern Oregon Chardonnay offers balanced, elegant flavors of flower and fruit. Notes of apple and pear are front and center, with hints of white peach and cinnamon.",,12,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 2010 Chardonnay (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-2010-chardonnay-southern-rogue-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Foris 14.5,Red,Chile,"Jammy, dark aromas form a good opening, and there's blueberry and rubbery notes as well. The mouthfeel is entirely full and chunky, with grabby tannins in support of the spicy core flavors of licorice, blackberry, pepper and espresso. Oaky, toasty and a touch hot on the finish.",Reserva,12,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Echeverria 2010 Reserva Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2010-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2010,Echeverria 14.1,Red,US,"A blend containing the major Bordeaux varieties, this has lots of acidity and tannins, plus flavors of sweet cherries, blackberries and pepper. Drink now with robust fare, like Santa Maria barbecue.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Happy Canyon Vineyard 2010 Merlot (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-canyon-vineyard-2010-merlot-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Merlot,2010,Happy Canyon Vineyard 13,White,Italy,"Made with organically farmed fruit, this blend of Grillo and Viognier shows zesty freshness and floral richness. The palate shows creamy heft and cleansing acidity.",Rina Ianca,16,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo di Santa Tresa 2011 Rina Ianca White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-santa-tresa-2011-rina-ianca-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Feudo di Santa Tresa 13.5,Red,Italy,"A clean blend of Nero d'Avola and Cabernet Sauvignon, this opens with red cherry, blackberry and plum notes. The wine delivers cleansing acidity and good fruit concentration.",Nìvuro,20,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo di Santa Tresa 2008 Nìvuro Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-santa-tresa-2008-nivuro-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2008,Feudo di Santa Tresa 14,Red,Italy,"Sweet spice, rum cake and dark plum open the nose of this dark and savory Primitivo. It is chewy and dense, with loads of ripe black-cherry flavor on the finish.",,21,87,Southern Italy,Primitivo di Manduria,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2010 Primitivo di Manduria,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2010-zinfandel-primitivo-primitivo-manduria/,Primitivo,2010,Feudi di San Gregorio 13,White,Italy,"Full and generous, this Chardonnay has been shaped by oak aging. It shows an off-gold color, and it exudes notes of apricot, honey and vanilla. The palate feels creamy and smooth.",Alberta Ferretti,20,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudi del Pisciotto 2010 Alberta Ferretti Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-pisciotto-2010-alberta-ferretti-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2010,Feudi del Pisciotto 13.5,Red,Italy,"This blend of Nero d'Avola and Frappato delivers a tight, compact mouthfeel, with lively aromas of forest berry, blueberry and white almond. Pair it with roast chicken or pork.",Giambattista Valli,21,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Cerasuolo di Vittoria,,Feudi del Pisciotto 2009 Giambattista Valli (Cerasuolo di Vittoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-pisciotto-2009-giambattista-valli-red-cerasuolo-vittoria/,Red Blend,2009,Feudi del Pisciotto 14,Red,France,"Mint and herb aromas are followed by a structured and tannic palate. It has balancing acidity, with a juicy black-currant flavor and a dark, dry edge. Like nearly all of the 2010s, it needs to age.",,16,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Lousteauneuf 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lousteauneuf-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lousteauneuf 13.5,Red,France,"Rich and fruity, this wine is finely balanced, with juicy black-plum fruit and acidity. The Merlot gives it a smoky character and a ripe, fleshy texture. Age this for 3–4 years.",,14,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Haut Barrail 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-barrail-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Haut Barrail 14.5,Red,US,"One of the most pleasurable Clos du Bois Cabernets in years, this is easy to enjoy now for its flavors of cherries, currants, tobacco, spices and smoky oak.",Sonoma Reserve,22,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Clos du Bois 2009 Sonoma Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2009-sonoma-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Clos du Bois 15.5,Red,US,"This shows high alcohol and a full-bodied mouthfeel, plus massive concentration of ripe, slightly roasted fruit. It's enormous in flavors of blackberries, sweet black currants and licorice, sprinkled with cocoa and black pepper.",,45,87,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Black Stallion 2010 Zinfandel (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-stallion-2010-zinfandel-sonoma-rockpile/,Zinfandel,2010,Black Stallion 14.5,Red,US,"Opaque purple in color, the nose smells equally dark, boasting integrated aromas of blackberry, cedar, graphite and charred sugar. Full bodied with tight tannins, the palate still manages to show some finesse, plus dried herb, mineral and cocoa inflections.",Reserve,25,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Barboursville Vineyards 2010 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-2010-reserve-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Barboursville Vineyards 12.5,White,Italy,"A tight, compact expression of Grecanico, this exudes aromas of yellow rose, citrus, vanilla and exotic fruit. The pretty floral component would pair with poached salmon or trout.",Suaviter,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cambria 2011 Suaviter Grecanico (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2011-suaviter-italian-white-grecanico-sicilia/,Grecanico,2011,Cambria 10.8,Dessert,US,"One of the few dessert wines in California made from Chardonnay in California, this is very sweet, with a ton of residual sugar and a dominating apricot-honey note.",Bouche d'Or,30,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bouchaine 2010 Bouche d'Or Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-2010-bouche-dor-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2010,Bouchaine 13.5,Red,Italy,"Bright, brambly berry and forest floor notes open this bouquet of this 80-20 Nergroamaro and Malvasia Nera blend. Touches of cherry and sun-ripened prune also make an appearance, especially on the finish.",Liante,15,87,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Castello Monaci 2010 Liante Red (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monaci-2010-liante-red-salice-salentino/,Red Blend,2010,Castello Monaci ,White,Italy,"Assembled and balanced, this shows bright aromas of citrus and exotic fruit, set against fresh acidity. It's an easy-drinking option for seafood or salad.",Timpune,16,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Caruso & Minini 2011 Timpune Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caruso-minini-2011-timpune-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2011,Caruso & Minini 14,Red,Chile,"This is a full and chunky wine, with thick blackberry and varietally correct herb aromas. The palate has a firm feel and good texture, while the flavors of herb, chocolate, pepper and black fruit settle on a secure, fresh and lively finish.",La Capitana Barrel Reserve,17,88,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2010 La Capitana Barrel Reserve Carmenère (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2010-capitana-barrel-reserve-carmenere-cachapoal-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Viña La Rosa 13,Red,Italy,"Cerasuolo di Vittoria is a light, fragrant red wine that pairs with creamy shrimp risotto or white meat. Measured and elegant in terms of intensity, it offers pleasing freshness.",,23,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Cerasuolo di Vittoria,,Planeta 2011 Cerasuolo di Vittoria,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2011-red-cerasuolo-vittoria/,Red Blend,2011,Planeta 14.5,White,Italy,"Aged in oak, this blend of Chardonnay and Insolia offers bold aromas of white rose, honey and stone fruit, with a soft, round palate. The creamy finish would pair well with a crab cake or a spicy Thai mango salad.",Bidis,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2010 Bidis White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2010-bidis-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2010,Valle dell'Acate 12.5,Red,US,"The second vintage of Rainstorm is smooth and pretty, showing flavors of ripe strawberry and chocolate that last through the finish.",,17,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rainstorm 2010 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainstorm-2010-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Rainstorm 13,White,US,"Pepi is doing a great job lately making inexpensive white wines, and with this Sauvignon Blanc, the winery really knocks it out of the park. This is bone dry, mouthwateringly tart in acidity and complex, offering flavors of green grass, gooseberry, lime, vanilla and white pepper. It should be relatively easy to find thanks to its production of 10,000 cases.",,10,88,California,California Other,California,Pepi 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepi-2011-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Pepi 14.3,Red,US,"This dry, full-bodied wine has lots of rich, exuberant blackberry and black currant flavors accented by smoky oak. It's a little heavy, and not likely to age, so decant it for a few hours before service.",,50,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Martin Ray 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Martin Ray 14,White,Chile,"Peach, apple and pear aromas are smooth and easy to like. The mouthfeel is juicy and fresh, which Leyda Valley is known for, while the flavors of citrus, apple and nectarine come with acid-driven snap. As a whole, this is more fruity and focused than oaky and heavy.",Gran Reserva Cuvée,20,88,Leyda Valley,,,Misiones de Rengo 2011 Gran Reserva Cuvée Chardonnay (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/misiones-rengo-2011-gran-reserva-cuvee-chardonnay-leyda-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Misiones de Rengo 13,White,Italy,"A pure expression of Grillo, this offers clean fruit, with pristine aromas of citrus, honey and white peach. The finish is crisp and streamlined.",Kados Risignolo,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2011 Kados Risignolo Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2011-kados-risignolo-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2011,Duca di Salaparuta 13,White,France,"A blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Loin de l'Oeil, this is ripe, fruity and perfumed. It has an attractive floral character, with flavors of toast and hedgerow. It's ready to drink, but it could age.",Blanc Sec Vieilles Vignes,15,88,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine du Moulin 2010 Blanc Sec Vieilles Vignes White (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moulin-2010-blanc-sec-vieilles-vignes-white-gaillac/,White Blend,2010,Domaine du Moulin 12.5,White,France,"A crisp and fruity blend of the herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc and the creamy Loin de l'Oeil, this has apple and grapefruit flavors. It has a bright feel, with a hint of mineral on the finish.",Château Baron,14,88,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Georges Vigouroux 2011 Château Baron White (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2011-chateau-baron-white-gaillac/,White Blend,2011,Georges Vigouroux 13,White,US,"Lovely notes of fresh-cut pear, pear skin and a bit of melon highlight this nicely defined wine. It's a showcase for an emerging style of Pinot Gris, which Oregon has made its own.",,14,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Erath 2011 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2011,Erath 12.5,Red,France,"Round, ripe and fruity, this has soft tannins that accentuate the cherry flavor and give a hint of dryness. The acidity and brilliant fruit are delicious, finishing with a bright red-fruit flavor.",,20,88,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Château de la Chaize 2010 Brouilly,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chaize-2010-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2010,Château de la Chaize 14.8,Red,US,"This is dry, full bodied and pretty tannic, with deep flavors of berries, currants and dark chocolate. A bunch of other varieties were blended with the Merlot, including Zinfandel and Syrah, to make the wine more complex. Drink now with a burger or a steak.",,24,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2009 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2009-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,Charles Krug 12.6,White,US,"A spot-on Oregon Grüner, this is dry and spicy. It's clean as a whistle, with flavors of celery, lemon and sour peach.",,24,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Chehalem 2011 Grüner Veltliner (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2011-gruner-veltliner-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Chehalem 13,Red,France,"A classic Bordeaux-style blend, but mainly Merlot, this wine has a ripe feel, with a firm, dense structure. It has weight and ripe blackberry fruit, plus a fine line of acidity. Wait for two years, although it is drinkable now.",,20,88,Southwest France,Côtes de Bergerac,,Château Trolliet Lafite 2009 Red (Côtes de Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trolliet-lafite-2009-red-cotes-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Trolliet Lafite 14.3,Red,US,"Easy and gentle in structure, this has lots of Napa Valley polish and flair. It shows delicious notes of blackberry, green olive, sweet oak and spice, wrapped into firm, refined tannins and brightened by crisp acidity.",Lot 338,22,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cameron Hughes 2010 Lot 338 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2010-lot-338-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Cameron Hughes 13.9,Dessert,US,"Delineated scents of confectioners' sugar, spiced mango butter, dried apricot and pineapple are rich yet restrained in aromatic volume. The palate is intense, with a hint of orange marmalade added to the mix. The vibrant acids keep the palate from seeming cloying.",Malvaxia Passito,35,88,Virginia,Virginia,,Barboursville Vineyards 2008 Malvaxia Passito White (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-2008-malvaxia-passito-white-virginia/,White Blend,2008,Barboursville Vineyards 14.3,White,US,"Sweet graham cracker abounds, wrapped around a tart, lightly spicy note of apple. It's an interesting combination, a bit unusual, but it works.",,20,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,J. Scott Cellars 2011 Chardonnay (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-scott-cellars-2011-chardonnay-southern-rogue-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,J. Scott Cellars 14,Red,Italy,"More than any other estate, Librandi has invested in research and experimental vineyards to protect the indigenous grapes (like Magliocco) of Calabria. This wine shows the region's winemaking potential with its bright berry aroma, plus the loads of toasted nut and spice at the back. There's a raw, slightly bitter almond flavor on the finish.",Magno Megonio Rosso,25,88,Southern Italy,Val di Neto,,Librandi 2009 Magno Megonio Rosso Magliocco (Val di Neto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/librandi-2009-magno-megonio-rosso-italian-red-magliocco-val-neto/,Magliocco,2009,Librandi 13,Red,Italy,"This Riserva shows sweet ripe fruit, with rum cake, blackberry jam and cinnamon-cream notes. Some bright cherry and prune accents also appear.",50 Vendemmia Riserva,16,88,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Leone de Castris 2009 50 Vendemmia Riserva Red (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leone-castris-2009-50-vendemmia-riserva-red-salice-salentino/,Red Blend,2009,Leone de Castris 14.5,Red,US,"A round, robust Barbera from winemaker Greg Graziano, this has detailed layers of blackberry and currant, with soft tannins and a toasty finish. Pair this selection with something savory, like a stew, and anything made with mushrooms and Parmesan.",,18,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Enotria 2009 Barbera (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enotria-2009-barbera-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Barbera,2009,Enotria 13.5,Red,France,"Using fruit sourced from a 20-acre vineyard in Castillon, this is dominated by Merlot, with a touch of perfumed Cabernet Franc. It has an age-worthy structure, showing good balance, firm tannins and ripe fruit.",,19,88,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Moulin de Clotte 2010 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moulin-clotte-2010-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Moulin de Clotte 14,Red,France,"A classically structured wine, this has a smoky wood flavor that's balanced by a fresh black-currant note. It has a juicy edge, a dark chocolate note and a slight bitterness that should fade. This needs to age for 4–5 years. Château Loudenne is situated by the Gironde estuary.",,24,88,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Loudenne 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-loudenne-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Loudenne 13,White,France,"This is herbaceous, but it also has a ripe yellow-fruit character. It is fresh and crisp, with a great depth of flavor. Its bright acidity and tight-textured finish make this a food wine.",Comtesse de Ségur,20,88,Southwest France,Montravel,,Château Laulerie 2010 Comtesse de Ségur (Montravel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laulerie-2010-comtesse-segur-white-montravel/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Laulerie 13,Red,France,"Soft and already approachable, this is a red-fruited wine, with ripe, well-integrated tannins and juicy acidity. It's round, fruity and ready to drink.",Tertre-Perdigous,16,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château du Port 2010 Tertre-Perdigous Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-port-2010-tertre-perdigous-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Château du Port 13,Red,France,"From the eastern slopes of the hill of Brouilly, this attractive, open and fruity selection shows a fine red-fruit character that's laced with fresh acidity. It has a firm structure, which creates a solid base for the fruitiness. Drink now.",Château de Saint Lager,16,88,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Château de Pizay 2011 Château de Saint Lager (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pizay-2011-saint-lager-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2011,Château de Pizay 13.5,Red,France,"Made using fruit sourced from vineyards on the highest terrace above the Tarn River, this fruity wine is made to be consumed young. It has a touch of minerality and some firm tannins, but the red berry fruit and flower note is already attractive. A blend of Négrette, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec.",Classic,14,88,Southwest France,Fronton,,Château Bouissel 2010 Classic Red (Fronton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouissel-2010-classic-red-fronton/,Red Blend,2010,Château Bouissel 13.5,Red,France,"Dense and dark in color, this wine has a black currant flavor. The tannins are ripe and soft, and the texture has a fresh lilt to it from the acidity and fruitiness. Only on the finish do the youthful tannins show, promising medium-term aging.",,22,88,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Bessan Ségur 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bessan-segur-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Bessan Ségur 14.4,Red,US,"A robust Merlot for drinking now, this has ripe cherry and chocolate flavors, with a rich veneer of smoky oak. The notoriously hard Diamond Mountain tannins have been wrestled into submission.",,45,88,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Martin Ray 2009 Merlot (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2009-merlot-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Merlot,2009,Martin Ray 15.5,Red,US,"Michael David continues to showcase some of the more unusual grape varieties. This Tannat is big shouldered, rich and decadent, and it tastes brambly, which Zinfandel fans will appreciate. It's full of jammy red fruit and leather notes, with a long finish.",Inkblot,35,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Michael David 2010 Inkblot Tannat (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-david-2010-inkblot-other-red-tannat-central-valley-lodi/,Tannat,2010,Michael David 13.3,White,US,"Aromatic and bracing, this is a fruity mix of lime, nectarine and pink grapefruit. Foris wines are notable for their freshness, purity of fruit and overall immaculate winemaking.",,14,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 2011 Pinot Blanc (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-2011-pinot-blanc-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Foris 14,White,France,"This is a full-bodied, rich and fruity wine. It has a smooth texture that's embellished with flavors of apricots and green plums. The finish has a tangy, minerally edge.",Clos Triguedina Le Sec du Clos,25,88,Southwest France,Comté Tolosan,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2010 Clos Triguedina Le Sec du Clos Chardonnay-Viognier (Comté Tolosan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2010-clos-triguedina-le-sec-clos-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-comte-toulosan/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2010,Jean-Luc Baldès 13.5,Red,US,"Fresh and pretty, this has a bright, refreshing palate that offers flavors of cranberry and raspberry. It's smooth and fruit forward, with medium aging potential.",,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Illahe 2010 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/illahe-2010-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Illahe 13,White,Italy,There's a blast of pear and peach at the very start that builds in momentum to include aromas of lemon zest and spice. The wine also boasts a naturally creamy and bold mouthfeel.,Serum,18,88,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,I Capitani 2011 Serum (Greco di Tufo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-capitani-2011-serum-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,2011,I Capitani 13,White,Chile,"This juicy white opens with a blend of citrusy and grassy aromas. The mouthfeel is healthy and round, with good acidic cut. Flavors of lime, Granny Smith apple and green herb are fresh and correct, while the finish is clear and refreshing. Drink now before it begins to fade.",,16,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Loma Larga 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loma-larga-2011-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Loma Larga 12.5,Rose,Italy,"This opens with cranberry and sweet raspberry notes, backed by almond skin and grapefruit touches. It offers a fresh, simple mouthfeel, with creaminess and restrained richness.",Five Roses Rosato,17,88,Southern Italy,Salento,,Leone de Castris 2011 Five Roses Rosato Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leone-castris-2011-five-roses-rosato-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,2011,Leone de Castris 13,White,Italy,"Huge floral intensity opens the bouquet of this Fiano di Avellino, with notes of honeysuckle, rose and jasmine that are followed by accents of citrus, pear and a touch of rubber. The finish is creamy and soft.",Sarno 1860,30,88,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Tenuta Sarno 1860 2011 Sarno 1860 (Fiano di Avellino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sarno-1860-2011-sarno-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,1860,Tenuta Sarno 1860 ,Red,Italy,"Bright, intense and compelling, this Syrah has bold fruit and a soft, velvety mouthfeel. A wine to be consumed at casual and dressy occasions alike.",Tenuta,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Rapitalà 2011 Tenuta Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rapitala-2011-tenuta-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2011,Tenuta Rapitalà 13.5,Red,Italy,"This opens with loads of milled black pepper, which makes a strong statement. Behind that spicy tone are notes of black fruit, prune, tobacco and leather. Soft cherry and chocolate accents appear on the finish.",Nadir,17,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Rapitalà 2010 Nadir Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rapitala-2010-nadir-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2010,Tenuta Rapitalà 14,Red,Italy,"This is a blend of Nero d'Avola and Merlot in almost equal measures. The first varietal offers aromas of red fruit, wild fennel and pistachio. The second grape lends softness and bright cherry flavor. There's a touch of tar and graphite on the close.",Camastra,29,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2008 Camastra Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2008-camastra-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2008,Tasca d'Almerita 13.5,White,US,"This barrel-fermented wine reflects the modest ripeness that marked the 2010 vintage. Scents of almond paste, orange peel, citrus, melon and pear intertwine, and the wine's flavors carry light suggestions of them all, along with a touch of caramel. It's drinking well right now, so why wait?",Reserve,28,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Stoller 2010 Reserve Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoller-2010-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2010,Stoller 14.9,Red,US,"A Bordeaux-style blend that's based mainly on Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot, this is all about sweet fruit. It has flavors of cherry, red licorice, red currant jam and sweet oak, wrapped into a softly tannic mouthfeel. Drink now.",Proprietary Red Wine,60,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stephanie 2008 Proprietary Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephanie-2008-proprietary-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Stephanie 14.9,Red,US,"Soft, ripe and rich, this is opulent to the point of flamboyance. It explodes with blackberry and cherry jam, currant, anise and mocha flavors that are seemingly sweet on the finish. Dramatic, yes, but made for drinking now.",,50,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stephanie 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephanie-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Stephanie 13,Red,Italy,"Il Frappato delivers loads of zest and bright aromas of berry, chopped mint, cola and ginger. There's a note of black pepper on the palate, followed by some almond bitterness.",Il,20,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Vittoria,,Valle dell'Acate 2011 Il Frappato (Vittoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2011-il-italian-red-frappato-vittoria/,Frappato,2011,Valle dell'Acate 13.5,Red,Italy,"This opens with aromas of blue flower, rose, almond paste, forest berry and sweet spice. The palate offers fresh berry fruit and a compact, streamlined feel.",Il Moro,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2009 Il Moro Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2009-il-moro-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2009,Valle dell'Acate 14,Red,Chile,"Jammy, floral aromas fold in graphite, blueberry and cassis accents. The palate is tight and firm, with mild astringency due to the strong tannins. It bears flavors of herbal berry, saline and rubbery earth, and the finish includes green herb and salt notes.",Family Reserva,18,88,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2010 Family Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2010-family-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Echeverria 14,White,France,"This wine is named after a windmill on the Conti family property. It is rich, with a spicy new-wood flavor. While it has plenty of structure, the acidity is subdued.",Moulin des Dames,45,88,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château Tour des Gendres 2010 Moulin des Dames White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2010-moulin-dames-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Tour des Gendres 13,White,France,"The intense herbaceous aroma is softened on the palate by the wine's lemon-curd flavor and smooth texture. Rich with intense fruitiness, this has notes of black currant and pink grapefruit, with bright acidity on the finish.",Fleur du Périgord,19,88,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château Thénac 2011 Fleur du Périgord White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-thenac-2011-fleur-perigord-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château Thénac ,Red,Italy,"This Nero d'Avola from the Agrigento area of southern Sicily opens with spicy nuances of cumin, clove and nutmeg, followed by plush red-fruit and dusty mineral endnotes. The palate is polished, bright and finely textured.",,14,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,D'Alessandro 2010 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dalessandro-2010-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,D'Alessandro 13,Red,France,"This is firmly tannic, with dark berry and black cherry fruits. Minerally and textured, it shows the full effect of Beaujolais's granite soil. It also has a rich feel that will evolve over the next several months.",La Carrière,28,88,Beaujolais,Chénas,,Domaine Chasselay 2011 La Carrière (Chénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chasselay-2011-carriere-gamay-chenas/,Gamay,2011,Domaine Chasselay 15,Red,Italy,"The ninth edition of Contadino (the fruit is from the 2011 harvest) is made from a wild blend of Nerello Mascalese (70%), Nerello Cappuccio, Alicante Boushet, Uva Francesca, Minella Nera, Minella Bianca and Insolia. The wine shows an amazingly spicy quality that awakens the palate with a sudden jolt, followed by dried fruit, black ash and dried herb notes. The intensity is remarkable.",Contadino 9,26,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Frank Cornelissen NV Contadino 9 (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-cornelissen-nv-contadino-9-red-etna/,Red Blend,,Frank Cornelissen 13.5,Red,Italy,"True to the variety, this expression of Cabernet Sauvignon offers rich layers of dark fruit, prune, chocolate, spice and dried rosemary. The palate is tight, structured and fresh.",,17,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Feudo Principi di Butera 13.5,Red,Italy,"Cerasuolo di Vittoria is one of the most exciting red wines to emerge from southern Italy in recent years. This is made with organic fruit, and it shows bright tones of raspberry and cassis, with some tones of toasted almond and light spice at the back.",,16,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico,,Feudo di Santa Tresa 2010 Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-santa-tresa-2010-red-cerasuolo-vittoria-classico/,Red Blend,2010,Feudo di Santa Tresa 14,Red,Italy,"This pretty expression of Primitivo opens with ripe fruit aromas of prune and blackberry, plus notes of sweet spice and moist pipe tobacco. There's a soft, chewy feeling on the palate, followed by bold fruit flavors.",,20,88,Southern Italy,Primitivo di Manduria,,Felline 2010 Primitivo di Manduria,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felline-2010-zinfandel-primitivo-primitivo-manduria/,Primitivo,2010,Felline 14,Red,Chile,"As usual for Casa Silva, this Carmenère is foreceful, minty, herbal and spunky on the nose, with a bold fruit aroma. The mouthfeel is robust and juicy, and the flavors run from herbal plum to berry to carob. The finish is herbal, with length and texture.",Los Lingues Gran Reserva,22,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2009 Los Lingues Gran Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2009-los-lingues-gran-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Casa Silva 14.4,White,US,"This boasts citrus fruit, lemongrass and buttercream flavors that are brightened by zesty acidity. It's clean and complex, and it's a fine wine to drink with shellfish in rich buttery sauces.",,55,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kalaris 2011 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kalaris-2011-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Kalaris 13.7,Red,US,"This Pinot saw one-quarter new oak, which contributed an undertone of burnt toast. The spicy berry fruit is accented by a cola note, and the wine has a friendly, mouth-filling roundness. This is perfect for near term drinking.",,20,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,J. Scott Cellars 2010 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-scott-cellars-2010-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,J. Scott Cellars 13,White,Italy,"Made from biodynamically farmed Bombino Bianco, this offers a creamy consistency, with clean notes of honey, apricot, almond and vanilla cream. Compared to other expressions of this grape, this is dense and rich.",Lefkò,30,88,Southern Italy,Castel del Monte,,Cefalicchio 2011 Lefkò Bombino Bianco (Castel del Monte),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cefalicchio-2011-lefko-italian-white-bombino-bianco-castel-monte/,Bombino Bianco,2011,Cefalicchio 14,Red,Italy,"Straightforward and bright, this easygoing Nero d'Avola offers notes of forest fruit, cherry, dried rosemary and toasted almond. The palate is lean, fresh and streamlined.",,26,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Zisola 2010 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zisola-2010-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Zisola 13,White,Italy,"Grillo, Catarratto and Chardonnay are blended together to produce a rich and creamy white wine, with overtones of vanilla, apricot and honey. It is fresh, not at all heavy or flat.",Piano Maltese,13,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Rapitalà 2011 Piano Maltese White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rapitala-2011-piano-maltese-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Tenuta Rapitalà 14,White,Chile,"Dusty and a bit odd on the nose, this has a strange whiff of perfume and resiny oak. The palate is round and layered, with some minerality. Flavors of apple, pear and quince come with a lot of vanilla and raw oak. The finish follows suit with toast and resiny flavors.",Reserva Especial,23,88,Limarí Valley,,,Maycas del Limari 2010 Reserva Especial Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maycas-limari-2010-reserva-especial-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Maycas del Limari 12.6,White,US,"At just 12.6% alcohol, this might seem underripe for warm climate varieties, but it tastes perfectly full and nicely balanced. It's tart and lemony, to be sure, and in fact makes a fine accompaniment to fresh-shucked oysters.",,22,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Cowhorn 2011 Marsanne-Roussanne (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cowhorn-2011-rhone-style-white-blend-marsanne-roussanne-southern-applegate-valley/,Marsanne-Roussanne,2011,Cowhorn 13,Red,Italy,"Made from Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio, this shows bright berry aromas of blackberry and cassis, with cola, dried ginger and polished mineral notes. The mouthfeel is clean and bright, with a touch of chopped mint.",Barbazzale,14,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Cottanera 2011 Barbazzale (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottanera-2011-barbazzale-red-etna/,Red Blend,2011,Cottanera 13,Red,France,"Showing a mineral-driven structure and firm tannins, this is a Beaujolais that needs to age. Rich and juicy, its perfumed red fruits currently cut through the dry tannins.",,20,88,Beaujolais,Chiroubles,,Château de Raousset 2011 Chiroubles,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-raousset-2011-gamay-chiroubles/,Gamay,2011,Château de Raousset 14,Red,France,"Tough tannins set the scene for this firm and extracted wine, giving it a smokiness and a touch of bitter fruit. However, the wine has the weight to support the tannins, and it hints at future juicy fruit. Keep this for at least five years.",,35,88,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château de Panigon 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-panigon-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Panigon 13.5,Red,France,"Cherry and blackberry notes dominate this ripe, full wine. It has a smoky, toasty character that lends good balance and aging potential. The estate is planted with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.",,10,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château de Bordes-Quancard 2010 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bordes-quancard-2010-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Bordes-Quancard 15,Red,US,"As Virginia wines can sometimes struggle with acid retention, wines made using naturally high-acid varieties like Tannat are making waves. This bottling of 100% Tannat has aromas of dark cherry, pain grillé and savory spice, with a grilled portobello underpinning. Assertive, strapping tannins lay the foundation, and the uplifting acids add cut. Only 70 cases produced.",TerraNoVA,50,88,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2010 TerraNoVA Tannat (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2010-terranova-other-red-tannat-virginia/,Tannat,2010,Tarara 14,Red,Italy,"This is a savory, elegant, concentrated effort that doesn't show too much sweetness. Dark fruit, spice, black olive and tobacco notes appear on the silky close.",Regale,20,88,Southern Italy,Primitivo di Manduria,,Torre Quarto 2007 Regale (Primitivo di Manduria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-quarto-2007-regale-zinfandel-primitivo-primitivo-manduria/,Primitivo,2007,Torre Quarto 13,Red,France,"For a Morgon, this is relatively light, showing more fruit than structure, with freshness that's tempered by a firm edge and minerality. Keep for a year, or drink now.",Domaine de l'Oseraie,14,88,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Signé Vigneron 2011 Domaine de l'Oseraie (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2011-domaine-loseraie-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2011,Signé Vigneron 14.5,Red,US,"This is harder than the 2008, which was released at the same time, but it shows real Napa elegance. The tannic toughness tells you to decant it for a few hours, which makes the blackberry and cassis flavors become more expressive.",Sophia's Cuvee Red Wine,29,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Worthy 2009 Sophia's Cuvee Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/worthy-2009-sophias-cuvee-red-wine-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Worthy 14.5,Red,US,"This wine's core has a flavor of hard cherry candy with a coating of milk chocolate. The tannins are firm, and the wine has good midpalate concentration.",,24,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Winter's Hill 2009 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winters-hill-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Winter's Hill 13.8,Red,US,"The raspberry, cherry and blackberry flavors are delicious, and the oak brings just the right touch of sweet, smoky toast. The tannins are rich and fine, and the palate bears a streak of citrusy acidity that cuts right down the middle. It should mellow with 5–6 years in the bottle.",Vista Verde Vineyard,56,88,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Williams Selyem 2010 Vista Verde Vineyard Pinot Noir (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2010-vista-verde-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Williams Selyem 13.5,White,France,"This is full of crisp, herbaceous flavors of apple, grapefruit and lime. It has weight and concentration, with some richness to its freshness. Acidity cuts through on the finish. Age this for 2–3 years.",Cuvée des Contis,18,88,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château Tour des Gendres 2011 Cuvée des Contis White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2011-cuvee-contis-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château Tour des Gendres 13,Red,US,"This is the most complete of the four Prince Hill clonal selection bottlings. It has flavors of cherry, Dr. Pepper, cherry candy and a hint of incense. It's a pleasant, easy-drinking wine best consumed while still young.",Prince Hill Pommard,50,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Erath 2010 Prince Hill Pommard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2010-prince-hill-pommard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Erath 10.5,White,US,"This is fairly sweet, with flavors of honey, apricots, oranges, nectarines, white flowers, vanilla and minerals. Brisk acidity provides the perfect balance to the sweetness. Lovely now with Asian fusion fare.",Double L Vineyard,22,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2011 Double L Vineyard Riesling (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2011-double-l-vineyard-riesling-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Riesling,2011,Morgan 13,Red,Italy,"This offers ripe cherry and blackberry notes, followed by bright acidity and a palate that bears medium density. It's a great food wine to pair with breaded veal, sausage or meatloaf.",Elo Veni,15,88,Southern Italy,Salento,,Leone de Castris 2010 Elo Veni Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leone-castris-2010-elo-veni-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,2010,Leone de Castris 14,Red,Italy,"Fleshy, bold and well concentrated, this Primitivo di Manduria delivers sweet fruit flavors of blackberry pie, prune and raspberry jelly. The wine is soft and chewy, with a bright note of fruity sweetness on the finish.",Sud,15,88,Southern Italy,Primitivo di Manduria,,Feudi di San Marzano 2010 Sud (Primitivo di Manduria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-marzano-2010-sud-zinfandel-primitivo-primitivo-manduria/,Primitivo,2010,Feudi di San Marzano 13.5,Red,Italy,Bright nuances of black cherry and prune are backed by softly toasted aromas of nut and spice. The one year of oak aging has helped to further soften the wine's velvety texture.,Suaviter,17,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cambria 2009 Suaviter Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2009-suaviter-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2009,Cambria 14,White,Austria,"Often Bründlmayer will make a sweet wine from the Muscat grape. This wine is dry, with an intense, perfumed character. This is full and rich, with lychee and quince flavors.",,,88,Niederösterreich,,,Bründlmayer 2011 Gelber Muskateller (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2011-other-white-gelber-muskateller-niederosterreich/,Gelber Muskateller,2011,Bründlmayer 13,White,Italy,"This shows pristine qualities, with white flower, citrus, peach and honey notes. The density it imparts on the palate is also impressive and creamy.",Lalùci,26,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 2011 Lalùci Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-cristo-campobello-2011-laluci-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2011,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 13.8,Red,US,"This Pinot Noir is drinkable now for its soft deliciousness. It's pretty oaky, but it offers plenty of raspberry, cherry and spice flavors that are wrapped into a silky texture.",,35,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bouchaine 2009 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-2009-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bouchaine 13.8,White,US,"An ultrazesty, lemony Chardonnay, this has razor-sharp acidity that should mellow out when paired with the right foods, like seafood in a creamy sauce.",Premiere Reserve,25,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2010 Premiere Reserve Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2010-premiere-reserve-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Navarro 13,Rose,US,"This aromatic rosé is a lovely shade of pale salmon, and has mashed apple and yeasty, almost hoppy notes. Flavors are bracing and lively, hinting at pretty cherry fruit.",Rosé,15,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2011 Rosé Grenache (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2011-rose-grenache-southern-umpqua-valley/,Grenache,2011,Abacela 14,Red,Chile,"The aromas here are a touch roasted, but once things settle, the bouquet is full of spice and leafy plum aromas. It feels entirely fresh and lively, with modest thickness, plus flavors of spicy oak and herbal, medium-strength berry fruit. The finish is zesty and almost citric.",Viñedo Las Vertientes,20,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2010 Viñedo Las Vertientes Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2010-vinedo-las-vertientes-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Arboleda 13.2,Red,US,"This is pleasant and light, with a strawberry flavor that's lightly threaded with streaks of spice and sandalwood. It's a delicate and pretty wine, reflective of the cooler vintage.",Nicholas Estate,32,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Anam Cara 2010 Nicholas Estate Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anam-cara-2010-nicholas-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2010,Anam Cara 14,Red,France,"While this shows its youthful tannins, it also bears blackberry fruit and juicy acidity. The chateau has produced a stylish wine that's rich while still keeping plenty of freshness and acidity. Age for 3–4 years.",,30,88,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Maison Blanche 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-maison-blanche-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Maison Blanche 14,Red,France,"A full-bodied, extracted wine, this has a flavor of dark cherry and a hint of chocolate. It's a big, in-your-face style, with firm tannins and a solid, chunky structure.",Le Syrah de Bouissel,19,88,Southwest France,Comté Tolosan,,Château Bouissel 2010 Le Syrah de Bouissel Syrah (Comté Tolosan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouissel-2010-le-syrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-comte-toulosan/,Syrah,2010,Château Bouissel 14.5,Red,US,"Juicy, sweet and fat in glycerine, this has complex flavors of blackberry and cherry pie filling. The tannins and acids give it a fine, elegant structure. Drink now.",Lot 332,22,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cameron Hughes 2010 Lot 332 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2010-lot-332-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Cameron Hughes 12,Sparkling,Austria,"A dry, lively, raspberry-flavored wine, with a light mousse. Fruity, fresh and streaked with lemon-zest acidity, it has just the right texture and balance.",Brut Rosé,44,88,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Bründlmayer NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-osterreichischer-sekt/,Sparkling Blend,,Bründlmayer 12.5,White,Austria,"Perfumed and fragrant, this is a blend from a number of Kamptal vineyards. It's bright, with an aroma of wild flower that mingles with flavors of currant, crisp apple and mineral-like acidity. Age this for six months or drink it now.",Kamptaler Terrassen,23,88,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2011 Kamptaler Terrassen Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2011-kamptaler-terrassen-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2011,Bründlmayer 14.4,Red,US,"Sporting a much-improved label design, the 2009 Natasha brings pungent, assertive scents of tomato leaf, pepper and moist earth. Sharp and focused, the fruit is there, though it's the leaf and earth components that stand out. For its earthy style, it's a well-made and complex offering.",Natasha,40,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Youngberg Hill Vineyards 2009 Natasha Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/youngberg-hill-2009-natasha-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Youngberg Hill Vineyards 13,Red,France,"This has a firmly tannic structure and juicy fruit, suggesting its aging potential. It is rich and ripe, with black cherry and plum flavors that create a generous finish.",Domaine de la Source,15,88,Beaujolais,Chiroubles,,Vignerons de Bel Air 2011 Domaine de la Source (Chiroubles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-bel-air-2011-domaine-source-gamay-chiroubles/,Gamay,2011,Vignerons de Bel Air 15.5,Red,US,"Rich, interesting flavors of chocolate, blackberry jam, grilled bacon, ground black pepper and sandalwood mark this wine. The pepper really sticks out, suggesting pairing this with spicy meats and stews.",Old Vine,35,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Envolve 2010 Old Vine Primitivo (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envolve-2010-old-vine-zinfandel-primitivo-sonoma-county/,Primitivo,2010,Envolve 13.5,Red,Italy,"This estate in southern Sicily has been showing great momentum the past few vintages. A pure expression of Nero d'Avola, this wine shows varietal characteristics of cherry, forest berry and toasted pistachio.",,17,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2010 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2010-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Feudo Principi di Butera 16,Red,US,"Gigantic is just one word to characterize this Zinfandel. For starters, it's enormously high in alcohol—at 16% by volume, it's almost Port-like. Yet it's dry and smooth in tannins, and the heat gives a heady boost to the black currant, black pepper and sweet oak flavors. Not for everyone, but it defines this powerful Dry Creek style of Zin.",Rage,59,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Michael David 2010 Rage Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-david-2010-rage-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Michael David 11.4,Red,US,"There is a pretty, floral accent to the aromas, followed by notes of dusty cocoa and cinnamon. A whiff of buttery leather is woven throughout, and this is clearly a wine that may not please all palates. But the rose petal and cherry flavors carry through the balanced finish, and the region's track record for producing age-worthy Tempranillo suggests that further cellaring might be optimal.",Estate Grown,30,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2009 Estate Grown Tempranillo (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-vineyards-2009-estate-grown-tempranillo-southern-umpqua-valley/,Tempranillo,2009,Melrose ,White,Chile,"Toasty pear and apple aromas are lush and nice for Chilean Chardonnay. The palate shows good grip and a solid feel, while the flavors of smoky apple, bacon, toast and citrus blend nicely. Racy and juicy on the finish.",Gran Reserva,17,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2011 Gran Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2011-gran-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Morandé 14,Red,Chile,"Spice, floral red fruit and cassis notes create the bouquet and flavor profile. The palate feels fresh and full bodied, and the finish is chocolaty, ripe and medium in length and strength.",Reserva,13,88,Central Valley,,,Misiones de Rengo 2011 Reserva Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/misiones-rengo-2011-reserva-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2011,Misiones de Rengo 14,Red,Chile,"This is one ripe wine, evidenced by its black color and raisiny nose. Alongside the bouquet's raisin element are leather and baked blackberry notes. The mouthfeel is saturated, yet the wine remains racy, with deep berry, chocolate and spice flavors. This seems generous throughout.",Limited Reserve,20,88,Curicó Valley,,,Millaman 2010 Limited Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millaman-2010-limited-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2010,Millaman 13.3,Red,US,"A toasty streak of espresso-flavored richness marks this single-vineyard offering. The fruit is ripe and clean, with a tart red-berry flavor at the core.",Corral Creek Vineyards,48,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Chehalem 2010 Corral Creek Vineyards Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2010-corral-creek-vineyards-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2010,Chehalem 14,White,France,"Exhibiting all the richness of the vintage, this is a round, ripe, spicy wine. It has a full, warm, creamy feel, with notes of almonds and ripe peaches. Only on the finish does the suggestion of white Bergerac's characteristic herbaceousness show.",Fleur du Périgord,19,88,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château Thénac 2009 Fleur du Périgord White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-thenac-2009-fleur-perigord-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Thénac 13.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Nero d'Avola, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah, this is bright and fresh, with an easy-drinking approach. Cherry, blackberry and spice give it a full and lively personality.",Sedàra,15,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Donnafugata 2010 Sedàra Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2010-sedara-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,Donnafugata 13.4,White,US,"Clean and easy drinking, this is created using a fruit from all three estate vineyards. Lightly spicy apple, pear and peach flavors combine gracefully, giving the wine a solid and appealingly fruity core.",Three Vineyard,19,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2011 Three Vineyard Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2011-three-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,Chehalem 13.4,White,US,"Surprisingly soft, with an easy-drinking roundness to the midpalate, this is a bit of a butter cookie Chardonnay despite the INOX (stainless steel) moniker. The pretty fruit is the highlight.",INOX,19,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2011 INOX Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2011-inox-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Chehalem 13,White,Italy,"A blend of Insolia and Chardonnay, this opens with a light golden color and fragrant aromas of honeysuckle, white almond and stone fruit. It shows a thick, creamy consistency on the palate.",Angimbé,17,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2011 Angimbé White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2011-angimbe-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Cusumano 15,White,US,"Rich, exotic notes of honey-glazed papaya and warm pear are accented by touches of white flower, graham cracker and lemon custard. The palate feels round and weighty, with flavors that aren't as effusive as one might expect. Acids provide enough spine to keep the palate from drooping, with hints of clove and lemongrass adding interest. A blend of 55% Chardonnay, 45% Viognier.",Nevaeh,35,88,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2010 Nevaeh White (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2010-nevaeh-white-virginia/,White Blend,2010,Tarara 14.5,Red,US,"This is dry, full bodied and pretty tannic, with a sense of elegance, plus flavors of sour cherry candy, red licorice, tobacco and sweet, smoky cedar.",Leopoldina,60,88,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2009 Leopoldina Cabernet Franc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2009-leopoldina-cabernet-franc-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Turnbull 12.5,Red,France,"Bold and fruity, this is laden with bitter cherry and juicy plum flavors. The tannins are light and attractive, with juicy, refreshing acidity. Age this for a few more months.",L'Enfer des Balloquets,17,88,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Robert Perroud 2011 L'Enfer des Balloquets (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-perroud-2011-lenfer-balloquets-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2011,Robert Perroud 13.5,Dessert,Chile,"This attractive blend of 53% Sémillon and 47% Riesling offers a bouquet of petrol and apricot, while the palate is lively, with honeyed flavors of caramel, vanilla and apricot. It's a bit sticky on the finish, but overall this is an eye-opener. Drink now–2015.",Late Harvest,17,88,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Monica 2004 Late Harvest White (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-monica-2004-late-harvest-white-rapel-valley/,White Blend,2004,Santa Monica 13.7,Red,US,"This has acidity and tannins that are rich and complex. The raspberry, cola and licorice flavors have a nice coating of smoky oak.",,35,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,The Gardener 2011 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gardener-2011-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2011,The Gardener 14,White,Italy,"This blend of Incrocio Manzoni and Vermentino opens with bold floral intensity, plus solid background tones of peach and lemon mousse. It offers a creamy, soft mouthfeel that could stand up to white meat or shellfish.",Kyanos,32,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Tenute Soletta 2011 Kyanos White (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-soletta-2011-kyanos-white-isola-nuraghi/,White Blend,2011,Tenute Soletta 13,White,Italy,"Fresh and clean, this Vermentino offers ripe aromas of apricot and peach, with background tones of citrus and pear. It's extra smooth and silky on the close.",Chimera,30,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Sardegna,,Tenute Soletta 2011 Chimera (Vermentino di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-soletta-2011-chimera-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-sardegna/,Vermentino,2011,Tenute Soletta 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Riserva shines the spotlight on the little-known Gaglioppo grape. The wine opens with aromas of bresaola, spice, leather, dark fruit and rum cake. The fresh, streamlined mouthfeel would appeal to consumers who don't gravitate toward overextracted reds.",Duca San Felice Rosso Classico Superiore Riserva,20,88,Southern Italy,Cirò,,Librandi 2009 Duca San Felice Rosso Classico Superiore Riserva (Cirò),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/librandi-2009-duca-san-felice-rosso-classico-superiore-riserva-italian-red-gaglioppo-ciro/,Gaglioppo,2009,Librandi 14.5,Red,Chile,"The light-framed aromas of strawberry and raspberry are clean and citrusy. The palate on this wine made by the Chablis-based producer Laroche is crisp, tangy and juicy, with flavors of raspberry and cranberry that are fresh and tight. A clean, honest Pinot to enjoy now.",Viña Punto Alto,20,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Laroche 2010 Viña Punto Alto Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laroche-2010-vina-punto-alto-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Laroche 14,Red,Italy,"This offers loads of freshly ground peppercorn, backed by touches of caper and black olive. The blackberry and plum fruits gives this wine a soft, yielding feel despite the tannins. The fruit is sourced from vineyards at various altitudes on Mt. Vulture.",Grifalco,14,88,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Lucania 2009 Grifalco (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucania-2009-grifalco-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2009,Lucania 14,White,Italy,"Aged only in stainless steel, this expression of Vermentino offers fragrant aromas that span from natural rubber to apricot. The wine is creamy and smooth on the finish, with a touch of spice.",Opale,33,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Sardegna,,Mesa 2011 Opale (Vermentino di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mesa-2011-opale-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-sardegna/,Vermentino,2011,Mesa 13.8,Red,US,"This is rich, round, toasty and chocolaty, and it is instantly accessible and mouth filling. The forward fruit and barrel flavors coat the tongue with notes of cherries and chocolate. Drink soon, while the flavors remain fresh and balanced.",Reserve,43,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Merrill Cellars 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merrill-cellars-2009-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Merrill Cellars 13.5,Red,US,Dark fruits—notably black cherries and figs—come with a chocolaty edge. The citrusy acids keep the wine on point as it slowly fades.,Parker's,35,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2009 Parker's Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-vineyards-2009-parkers-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Melrose 13,White,Italy,"Fresh and fragrant, oozing with jasmine, honey and stone fruit notes, this shows the best of Sardinian white winemaking. There's a touch of sweetness that is well balanced and not too heavy.",Sardo,20,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Sardegna,,Tenute Soletta 2011 Sardo (Vermentino di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-soletta-2011-sardo-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-sardegna/,Vermentino,2011,Tenute Soletta 13.5,Red,Italy,"An innovative mix of Nero d'Avola and Pinot Nero, this shows balance and harmony on the palate. In terms of aroma, the Nero d'Avola overpowers the Pinot Nero, however. It's a bright, fruit-driven wine with freshness on the finish.",Nuhar,17,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Rapitalà 2010 Nuhar Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rapitala-2010-nuhar-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,Tenuta Rapitalà 14.5,Red,Chile,"This is a spicy number with a minty green aroma along with cherry, molasses and smoke notes. The mouthfeel is edgy and lively, while the flavors of vanilla, cocoa and herbal plum and berry are solid and composed. It's solid but a bit herbal on the finish.",Gran Reserva de Los Andes,15,88,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2009 Gran Reserva de Los Andes Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2009-gran-reserva-los-andes-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Santa Alicia 13,Red,France,"This is generous, full of red berry and plum fruits and lined with acidity. It has a firm structure that gives shape to its exuberant fruitiness. Ready to drink now, but it can be aged for another 2–3 years.",Domaine de la Calèche,16,88,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Vignerons de Bel Air 2011 Domaine de la Calèche (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-bel-air-2011-domaine-caleche-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2011,Vignerons de Bel Air 13.4,Red,US,"Light, but elegant and pretty, this wine spent 17 months in 40% new oak. Fruit flavors emphasize tart berry, with a dash of earthy sandalwood.",Vintner's Reserve,30,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Redhawk 2010 Vintner's Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redhawk-2010-vintners-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Redhawk 13.5,Red,US,"Somewhat volatile aromas suggest stems and a bit of nail polish before the herbal fruit surfaces. This chewy, tannic wine does not live up to its single vineyard promise.",Pataccoli Family Vineyard,35,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Redhawk 2010 Pataccoli Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redhawk-2010-pataccoli-family-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Redhawk 13,Red,US,"This is quite unusual, loaded with notes of green herb, leaf, fiddlehead fern, pepper and lemon verbena. It's herbal and not at all disagreeable, though fruit-lovers may want to look elsewhere. Just 50 cases of this wine were made.",Trig,38,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Raptor Ridge 2010 Trig Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raptor-ridge-2010-trig-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Raptor Ridge 13,Red,Italy,"A pure expression of Nerello Mascalese—the main indigenous grape of the Mt. Etna area—this is a ripe and juicy rendition, compared to the variety's normally austere personality. It has notes of blackberry, spice and dark tobacco.",Il Passo,18,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenimenti Zabù 2010 Il Passo Nerello Mascalese (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-zabu-2010-il-passo-italian-red-nerello-mascalese-sicilia/,Nerello Mascalese,2010,Tenimenti Zabù 15,Red,US,"The oak influence currently sits high on this blend of 50% Merlot, 35% Syrah and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, offering notes of char, molten caramel, tea and smoky wood. It feels extracted, with easy acids and big, mouth-clasping tannins. Cedar and dried herb accents add interest to the finish.",Nevaeh,40,88,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2010 Nevaeh Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2010-nevaeh-red-virginia/,Red Blend,2010,Tarara 13.5,Red,Italy,"Winemaker Francesco Spadafora shows his deft hand with Syrah in this easygoing wine. It has intensity and complexity, with layers of spice, red cherry, leather and black pepper.",,12,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Principi di Spadafora 2010 Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principi-spadafora-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2010,Principi di Spadafora 14,Red,Italy,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Nero d'Avola and Merlot opens with bright intensity, especially in terms of the quality of its fruit aromas. The palate is smooth and silky, with a long, fruit-driven finish.",Don Pietro,17,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Principi di Spadafora 2009 Don Pietro Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principi-spadafora-2009-don-pietro-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2009,Principi di Spadafora 13.5,White,US,"This is a soft, broadly fruity Chardonnay, with near-tropical ripeness. Banana and papaya flavors dominate, accented by pretty baking spices and a touch of mineral.",Reserve,32,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Westrey 2010 Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westrey-2010-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Westrey 13.5,Red,France,"A blend of Duras and Braucol, this is initially all structure—firm and tannic. Gradually the red cherry and berry fruits show, giving it a juicy character. Balanced with acidity, this shows the potential to age for a few years.",,19,88,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2011 Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2011-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2011,Lionel Osmin & Cie 11.2,White,US,"Made from fruit grown in Washington State but vinified in California, this is a delicious, lively white wine. It's dry and brisk in acidity, with orange, lime, Asian pear, honeysuckle and white pepper flavors.",Klickitat,18,88,America,,,Margerum 2011 Klickitat Pinot Gris (America),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2011-klickitat-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-america/,Pinot Gris,2011,Margerum 13.5,White,US,"Rich and ripe, this wine has orange, mango, apricot and vanilla flavors, accented by bright acidity. It offers immediate appeal to fans of the oak-driven Chardonnay style.",No. 81,30,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,JCB 2011 No. 81 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jcb-2011-no-81-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2011,JCB 11,White,US,"Tart and fruity, this Riesling bears flavors of apple and white peach, with an extra dimension of citrus rind. Balanced and lively, the fruit rules the day.",,14,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 2011 Riesling (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-2011-riesling-southern-rogue-valley/,Riesling,2011,Foris 13,White,Italy,"Grillo and Viognier are blended to produce a rich and creamy white wine, with a pretty bouquet of white flower, stone fruit and citrus. This would pair beautifully with calamari stuffed with breadcrumbs and pine nuts.",Dalila,16,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2010 Dalila White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2010-dalila-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2010,Feudo Arancio 13.5,Red,Italy,"This bears a dark color with inky concentration. It presents ripe blackberry and prune aromas, followed by chewy softness and a sweet spice flavor.",Sud,15,88,Southern Italy,Salento,,Feudi di San Marzano 2011 Sud Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-marzano-2011-sud-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,2011,Feudi di San Marzano 13,Red,Italy,"Rich and opulent, this opens with toasted aromas of spice and nut, backed by accents of ripe fruit and blackberry jelly. The mouthfeel is soft, supple and slightly sweet.",Sud,15,88,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Feudi di San Marzano 2010 Sud Red (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-marzano-2010-sud-red-salice-salentino/,Red Blend,2010,Feudi di San Marzano 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Primitivo bears a dark, inky color, with bold aromas of blackberry jam and exotic spice. Oak-driven flavors of tobacco, cinnamon, toasted nut and carpenter's shop are almost too much. However, the wine does end on a sweet, fruity note.",Sessantanni Old Vines,42,88,Southern Italy,Primitivo di Manduria,,Feudi di San Marzano 2009 Sessantanni Old Vines (Primitivo di Manduria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-marzano-2009-sessantanni-old-vines-zinfandel-primitivo-primitivo-manduria/,Primitivo,2009,Feudi di San Marzano 14,Red,Italy,"Valentino is part of a series from Feudi del Pisciotto that contributes funds to charitable causes. This wine opens with jammy aromas of cherry and blackberry, with touches of sour astringency and sweet fruit on the finish.",Valentino,21,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudi del Pisciotto 2010 Valentino Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-pisciotto-2010-valentino-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2010,Feudi del Pisciotto 13,Red,US,"Even in a less-than-ripe vintage such as this, the Leland stands out in the Erath lineup. Tight and herbal, this has an array of Pinot-specific fruits that are of medium concentration. Its balanced use of barrel aging brings a chocolate flavor to the finish.",Leland,50,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 2010 Leland Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2010-leland-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Erath 12,Dessert,France,"The lightest of the dessert wines made by Claude Loustalot, this is fruity, fragrant and medium sweet, with refreshing acidity. The crisp texture combines hints of honey and apricot jam. Drink now.",,23,88,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Domaine Bru-Baché 2010 Jurançon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bru-bache-2010-other-white-gros-manseng-jurancon/,Gros Manseng,2010,Domaine Bru-Baché 13,Red,France,"A wine with some depth, this is layered with fine tannins. The acidity and red cherry flavor are held up by its firm structure. It's also fruity enough to be consumed now.",,16,88,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Domaine des Nugues 2011 Beaujolais-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nugues-2011-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2011,Domaine des Nugues 13.5,Red,France,"Full and rich, this has flavors of spice, juicy black currant and mulberry, with a fine tannin backdrop and a dry core. The wood aging has smoothed the fruity finish.",,21,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château de Sours 2010 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sours-2010-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Sours 13.5,Red,France,"A finely structured wine, this has a rich, juicy black-currant flavor and a solid, tannic core. It has weight and a dark, firm presence, and a smooth herbal character that highlights the wood aging. This should age for five years or more.",,40,88,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château de Reynaud 2010 Côtes de Bourg,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-reynaud-2010-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Reynaud 13,Red,France,"This blend of Merlot, Malbec and Tannat is soft and rich. With its ripe plum fruit, rich texture and soft, dusty tannins, this feels full on the palate. The finish shows crisp acidity.",Tradition,18,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Gaudou 2010 Tradition Red (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaudou-2010-tradition-red-cahors/,Red Blend,2010,Château de Gaudou 13,Red,US,"This smoky, dusty wine seems to be chugging quickly along the aging curve. At the moment, it's drinking nicely, decked out with pretty baking spice and mocha highlights. It's smooth and mouth filling, with lots of pretty cherry flavor.",Three Vineyard,27,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2010 Three Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2010-three-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Chehalem 13.5,White,US,"Leaner and earthier than many Chardonnays, with notes of green and dried herbs alongside the citrus and tropical fruits. Oak plays a modest role. All in all, this discrete wine is best enjoyed now.",Lone Cypress Ranch,40,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos du Val 2011 Lone Cypress Ranch Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2011-lone-cypress-ranch-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Clos du Val 12.5,White,Italy,"This 100% Insolia opens with a bright golden color and tight aromas of apricot, candied fruit, lemon mousse and pear. It shows nice intensity and a bright note of bitter almond on the close.",Cubìa,21,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2011 Cubìa Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2011-cubia-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2011,Cusumano 14.1,White,US,"A touch of honey brings a sense of sweetness to the flavors of lemon candy, pineapple juice, green melon and vanilla. Tart acidity provides fine vitality and balance. This shows real Napa Valley finesse.",,26,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Black Stallion 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-stallion-2011-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Black Stallion 13,White,Italy,"This 75-25 blend of Chardonnay and Grillo (aged only in stainless steel) makes a great companion to fresh seafood dishes. The wine offers loads of citrus and pear notes, with a chalky mineral overtone and bright acidity.",Adènzia,23,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 2011 Adènzia White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-cristo-campobello-2011-adenzia-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 14.5,Red,US,"This is a tight, substantial effort, with scents of bark, earth and herb running through the tart raspberry fruit. It's less accessible than many of Oregon's 2009 Pinots, but with decanting or further cellaring, it's a wine that should open nicely.",Estate,34,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Winter's Hill 2009 Estate Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winters-hill-2009-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Winter's Hill 14,Red,Chile,"This is spicy and soupy smelling, but in a good, savory way. The mouthfeel is creamy and chewy, with plenty of extract and soft tannins. It tastes herbal and a touch foxy, with spice and berry flavors that lead to a sizable, chocolaty finish that's weighty and round.",Limited Edition,20,89,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Pérez Cruz 2010 Limited Edition Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-perez-cruz-2010-limited-edition-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Viña Pérez Cruz 13,White,Austria,"A pepper- and spice-dominated wine, this has a background of citrus and green plum flavors. The palate is textured and full. The Rotenpüllen is made up of glacial deposits.",Rotenpüllen,20,89,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2011 Rotenpüllen Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2011-rotenpullen-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Pratsch 13,Red,France,"This is firm, concentrated and, as its name suggests, it's ready to pair with hearty fare. It has structure, followed by red cherry and blueberry fruits, and it's finished with acidity and a dry edge. Age for 3–4 years.",Hiver Gourmand,14,89,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Vignerons de Bel Air 2011 Hiver Gourmand (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-bel-air-2011-hiver-gourmand-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2011,Vignerons de Bel Air 14,Red,Chile,"Dry raspberry and strawberry aromas come with a touch of vanilla. The mouthfeel is lively and jumpy, with ample kick to bolster the woody, toasty flavors of berry and vanilla. The finish deals toast, woodspice and resin notes.",Corralillo,28,89,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2011 Corralillo Pinot Noir (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2011-corralillo-pinot-noir-san-antonio/,Pinot Noir,2011,Matetic 12.5,Red,Italy,"This biodynamic blend of Frappato and Nero d'Avola shows a bright ruby color, with fresh aromas of blueberry, cassis and white almond. The mouthfeel is fresh, bearing a sour cherry flavor.",SP68 Rosso,30,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Occhipinti 2011 SP68 Rosso Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/occhipinti-2011-sp68-rosso-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2011,Occhipinti 13,Red,Italy,"This pure expression of Nerello Mascalese opens with bright berry intensity and drying mineral nuances of brimstone and lead pencil. The mouthfeel is fresh, lean and etched.",Vajasindi Làvico,,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2009 Vajasindi Làvico Nerello Mascalese (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2009-vajasindi-lavico-italian-red-nerello-mascalese-sicilia/,Nerello Mascalese,2009,Duca di Salaparuta 13.6,White,US,"Although the 2011 vintage was difficult, Foris did particularly well with this lightly spicy, fruit-laden Pinot Gris. True varietal flavors of pear and apple are perfectly set against vivid acidity.",,14,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 2011 Pinot Gris (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,Foris 13,Red,France,"Firmly tannic, this has has a dark plum flavor, layered with considerable density and dryness. With its juicy acidity and firm structure, this needs to age.",Vignes de 1935,17,89,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Domaine Dupré 2011 Vignes de 1935 (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dupre-2011-vignes-1935-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2011,Domaine Dupré 12.5,Red,France,"Made using fruit that was sourced from 100-year-old vines, this has a dark color, firm tannins and minerality, plus a solid black-plum flavor. This will age for several years.",Coeur de Vendanges,21,89,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Domaine du Vissoux 2011 Coeur de Vendanges (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vissoux-2011-coeur-vendanges-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2011,Domaine du Vissoux 12.5,Red,France,"A blend of Braucol and Merlot, this exotic wine features ripe juiciness and tannins. It is full in the mouth, with intense acidity running alongside the fruit and strong herb flavors. It has firm structure and concentration that promise good aging.",Vieilles Vignes,18,89,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine du Moulin 2010 Vieilles Vignes Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moulin-2010-vieilles-vignes-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2010,Domaine du Moulin 13,White,Italy,"This estate (owned by the Zonin family) has recently overhauled its white wine program, and the excellent results show with this beautiful Insolia. Fragrant citrus and peach aromas are followed by a creamy thickness and a spicy citrus-like intensity.",,17,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2011 Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2011-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2011,Feudo Principi di Butera 14,Red,Italy,"This pure expression of Negroamaro has been enhanced by rich oak influence, producing a bouquet redolent of spice, dark chocolate, cigar box and Spanish cedar. There are jammy fruit tones at the back. If oak is not your thing, don't bother.",F,12,89,Southern Italy,Salento,,Feudi di San Marzano 2009 F Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-marzano-2009-f-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,2009,Feudi di San Marzano 15,Red,Italy,"Made from Nerello Mascalese that was harvested in 2010 and 2011, this dry wine opens with bold aromas of berry, dried fruit and cassis. Tangy acidity gives the wine a bright and lively mouthfeel. Overall, it's silky, long and intense.",MunJebel 8,35,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Frank Cornelissen NV MunJebel 8 (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-cornelissen-nv-munjebel-8-italian-red-nerello-mascalese-etna/,Nerello Mascalese,,Frank Cornelissen 13,White,Chile,"There's no denying this wine's greenness: It's draped all over the nose, palate and finish. But that doesn't mean it's not a classy, structured, tangy wine with length and clarity. It's a food wine for sure, with pickled, briny notes on the finish. Drink with ceviche, crudo and raw oysters.",Serie Riberas Gran Reserva Ribera del Rapel,17,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2011 Serie Riberas Gran Reserva Ribera del Rapel Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2011-serie-riberas-gran-reserva-ribera-rapel-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Concha y Toro 14,White,Chile,"This is heady for Chilean Chardonnay, with baked apple and no shortage of toast on the bouquet. It feels fresh but full, with polish and elegance to the mouthfeel. Flavors of apple and spiced squash end in a whirl of cinnamon and mild oak-related resin, while a final touch of acidity keeps things lively.",Amelia Limited Release,35,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2010 Amelia Limited Release Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2010-amelia-limited-release-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Concha y Toro 13.5,Red,France,"Full and ripe, the wine's lush texture demonstrates the dominance of Merlot. It also has a dense, tannic character that pushes through the rich fruit, lending balance and aging potential. Keep this for at least five years.",,18,89,Bordeaux,Montagne-Saint-Émilion,,Château Croix de Mission 2010 Montagne-Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croix-mission-2010-red-montagne-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Croix de Mission 13.5,Red,France,"A mint- and spice-flavored wine, this has concentrated tannins that structure the black plum and berry fruits. The flavors are rich, and the dense texture promises several years of aging.",,35,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château la Haye 2010 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haye-2010-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Haye 14,Red,France,"On the austere side, with a firm and dry tannic structure, this represents the classic style of Bordeaux. It has black currant fruit and a mineral edge, with a severe structure that demands to be aged.",,22,89,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Greysac 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-greysac-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Greysac 13.5,Red,France,"This has spice and dried fruit notes, plus firmly structured tannins. The refreshing acidity partners with the fruit, creating a wine that still needs a few years to age.",Le Raisin,14,87,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Château Laulerie 2010 Le Raisin Merlot (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laulerie-2010-le-raisin-merlot-bergerac/,Merlot,2010,Château Laulerie 13,Red,US,The 2010 Meredith Mitchell designate is less ripe and more acidic than the richly flavored 2009. It carries a whiff of volatility that grows more noticeable after being open for 24 hours. Its modest cherry fruit is set against balanced tannins.,Meredith Mitchell Vineyard,38,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Raptor Ridge 2010 Meredith Mitchell Vineyard Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raptor-ridge-2010-meredith-mitchell-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2010,Raptor Ridge 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is an easy expression of Nero d'Avola, and it would pair with roasted ham or cheese ravioli in meat sauce. Bright cherry and blueberry notes come with a touch of bitter almond.",Campo Reale,13,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Rapitalà 2011 Campo Reale Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rapitala-2011-campo-reale-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2011,Tenuta Rapitalà 12.5,White,Italy,"Falanghina and Coda di Volpe are blended to produce a rich and creamy white with apple, pear and stone fruit. It only sees stainless steel and this helps maintain its fresh fruit flavors.",Clarum,14,87,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,I Capitani 2011 Clarum White (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-capitani-2011-clarum-white-irpinia/,White Blend,2011,I Capitani 15.6,Red,US,"This is an old-fashioned blend of Zin, Petite Sirah, Carignane, Alicante Bouchet and Grenache. It's high in alcohol, with heady flavors of wild berries, raisins, chocolate, licorice and spice. There is nothing shy about it, and it's best paired with barbecue.",Conte Vineyard,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Wine Guerrilla 2010 Conte Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-guerrilla-2010-conte-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Wine Guerrilla 14,Red,Italy,"There's a hint of ripe fruit here that recalls strawberry or raspberry. The palate is clean, round and soft, and the finish lacks the burnt almond note this grape sometimes offers.",,12,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2011 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2011-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2011,Cusumano 14,Red,Chile,"Powerful from the start, this has an herbal berry aroma, with a rubbery hint and a lactic element. The palate is chewy, dense and rubbery, with creamy, milky flavors of blackberry, carob, vanilla and plastic. Generally speaking, this wine is full and solid.",Gran Reserva,15,87,Curicó Valley,,,V Norte 2010 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-norte-2010-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,V Norte 14.5,Red,US,"Soft, sweet and a little hot, this has flavors of chocolate-covered raisin and black cherry jam. It's an easy wine to drink now with a nice grilled steak or juicy burger.",Signature Selection,19,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bianchi 2008 Signature Selection Cabernet Franc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2008-signature-selection-cabernet-franc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Bianchi 14.7,Red,US,"This blend of Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Merlot, Zinfandel and Tempranillo carries deep cassis and stewy leather flavors, and it's all around full bodied and satisfying. Its tannins are definitely present, and the finish is marked by lingering cola-like spice.",American River Red Celebrated Cuvée,18,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2010 American River Red Celebrated Cuvée Red (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2010-american-river-red-celebrated-cuvee-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Red Blend,2010,Lava Cap 13,Red,France,"This wine has a smoky character and a subtle touch of wood, along with firm tannins and red fruits. Age this for 1–2 years.",,18,86,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Les Parcelles de Stéphane Derenoncourt 2011 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parcelles-stephane-derenoncourt-2011-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Les Parcelles de Stéphane Derenoncourt 14.1,White,US,"Simple and straightforward, this Chardonnay has notes of vanilla, caramel and oak. A bite of sweet baked apple is most pronounced on the finish.",,15,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Epilogue 2010 Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/epilogue-2010-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Epilogue 13.5,Red,Chile,"This Syrah hails from northern Chile, and it deals aromas of sweet black fruit, olive, rubber and oak. It feels juicy and fruity, with racy black plum, wild berry and pepper flavors. It's rather raw in feel and modest in complexity, but overall it's interesting.",Legado Reserva,16,86,Choapa Valley,,,De Martino 2010 Legado Reserva Syrah (Choapa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2010-legado-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-choapa-valley/,Syrah,2010,De Martino 13.5,Red,France,"Produced by the major négociant Castel, this juicy, fruity wine is proving to be drinkable already. Soft, with a black currant flavor, it has fine acids and spicy, toasty touches on the finish.",,,86,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Tour Prignac 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-prignac-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tour Prignac ,Red,Italy,"A blend of Merlot, Nero d'Avola and Alicante Bouschet, this opens with aromas of cherry soda, smoked meat and plump red fruit. The wine's overall personality is simple and informal, with a raw, chewy mouthfeel.",Cavadiserpe,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,MandraRossa 2010 Cavadiserpe Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandrarossa-2010-cavadiserpe-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,MandraRossa 14.5,Red,Chile,"Aromatically speaking, this Pinot is rustic, roasted and rough, with notes of leaf and asphalt. The feel is grabby and sticky, with chewy tannins in front of the chunky, raisin-like flavor. The finish is baked and rubbery tasting.",Single Vineyard Cahuil Vineyard,35,86,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2011 Single Vineyard Cahuil Vineyard Pinot Noir (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyda-2011-single-vineyard-cahuil-vineyard-pinot-noir-leyda-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Viña Leyda 12,White,France,"Nervy and tangy, this is laced with flavors of ripe apricot, lemon and lime zest as well as notes of basil and green apple skin. With its exotic, juicy character and tense acidity, this is a wine for food.",,19,86,Southwest France,Jurançon Sec,,Domaine Bru-Baché 2010 Jurançon Sec,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bru-bache-2010-other-white-gros-manseng-jurancon-sec/,Gros Manseng,2010,Domaine Bru-Baché 13.5,Red,Italy,"Easy and fresh, this bright Negroamaro opens with spicy tones of clove and nutmeg, backed by ripe cherry and prune. The softness offered on the palate would pair with white meat or pork.",I Tratturi,11,86,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Feudi di San Marzano 2011 I Tratturi Negroamaro (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-marzano-2011-i-tratturi-italian-red-negroamaro-puglia/,Negroamaro,2011,Feudi di San Marzano 13.9,Red,US,"Medium bodied, this wine has layers of dark red fruits, plus touches of earth and tobacco, especially on the finish.",Ghielmetti Vineyard,27,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fenestra 2008 Ghielmetti Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2008-ghielmetti-vineyard-cabernet-franc-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Fenestra 13,Red,US,"There is a significant change in the flavors of this wine following the outstanding 2009 version. Case production has almost doubled, but the light aromas and flavors seem heavily scented with black pepper, with additional herb and cherry flavors on the finish.",Prince Hill,50,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Erath 2010 Prince Hill Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2010-prince-hill-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Erath 12,Red,France,"This shows the depth of structure that can be found in a villages-level wine, even when it's a Nouveau. It has weight and spicy fruit, with upfront, juicy cherry and banana flavors.",Château du Souzy Nouveau,8.99,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Signé Vigneron 2012 Château du Souzy Nouveau (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2012-chateau-souzy-nouveau-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2012,Signé Vigneron 13,White,US,This has lemony and slightly bitter citrus-skin flavors that are made for fresh seafood and shellfish. Notes of tart lemon and green pineapple are matched by the substantial acids.,Estate,16,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Winter's Hill 2011 Estate Pinot Gris (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winters-hill-2011-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Gris,2011,Winter's Hill 13.5,Dessert,Chile,"This botrytis-affected Riesling is dark and unctuous, with a nutty stone-fruit aroma and a petrol-like accent. The feel is tight like Sherry, while the flavors of citrus peel, cinnamon and resin lead to a creamy, sticky finish that comes with some heat.",Nectaria Vendimia Tardia Botrytis,25,86,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2009 Nectaria Vendimia Tardia Botrytis Riesling (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2009-nectaria-vendimia-tardia-botrytis-riesling-curico-valley/,Riesling,2009,Miguel Torres 14.3,Red,US,"This is a rustic Syrah, with a simple, grapy flavor. The tannins are a bit rough-and-tumble, but the wine is perfectly quaffable with burgers or pizzas.",Julius Caesar,40,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Merrill Cellars 2008 Julius Caesar Syrah (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merrill-cellars-2008-julius-caesar-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2008,Merrill Cellars 13,White,US,"Toasty and honeyed in scent, this has aromas of glazed apples and pears, butterscotch and an edge of Meyer lemon zest. Medium to full bodied, the palate is vibrant and expressive, with the lemon note carrying the finish.",Founder's Reserve,20,86,Virginia,Shenandoah Valley,,Shenandoah Vineyards 2011 Founder's Reserve Chardonnay (Shenandoah Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-vineyards-2011-founders-reserve-chardonnay-shenandoah-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Shenandoah Vineyards 14.6,Red,US,"This strong, peppery Zinfandel is consistent with Pessagno's past efforts with this bottling. It is very dry and rustic, yet it has a certain briary, raisiny charm.",Idyll Times Vineyard,21,86,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Pessagno 2010 Idyll Times Vineyard Zinfandel (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2010-idyll-times-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Pessagno 13.5,Red,US,The lightness of texture and crisp acidity make this Pinot Noir easy to drink now. The raspberry and cola flavors finish clean and dry.,,20,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pedroncelli 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Pedroncelli 14,Red,Italy,"Susumaniello is symbolic of the rise of southern Italy's little-known indigenous grapes. This expression shows austere, aged aromas of candied fruit, prune and worn leather. The mouthfeel is marked by bright acidity and gritty texture.",,20,86,Southern Italy,Tarantino,,Poderi Angelini 2010 Susumaniello (Tarantino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-angelini-2010-italian-red-susumaniello-tarantino/,Susumaniello,2010,Poderi Angelini 14,White,Chile,"Toasted aromas include popcorn and baked apple. The palate is medium in weight and features racy acidity and not much midpalate. Flavors of oak-driven spice and white fruits lead to a fast-moving, acidic finish, with leftover spice and resin notes.",Marques de Casa Concha,18,86,Limarí Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2011 Marques de Casa Concha Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2011-marques-casa-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Concha y Toro 13,White,Chile,"The bouquet is neutral except for a spot of lemon-lime. The palate is clean and balanced, with decent weight and fresh acidity. Flavors of green fruit, scallion, mineral and herb fall off on the finish. Drink immediately.",,10,86,Central Valley,,,Con Carne 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/con-carne-2011-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Con Carne 12,White,France,"This is properly fresh and fruity, with delicious herb and ripe apricot notes. Light, refreshing and crisp, this is ready to drink.",Pigmentum,12,86,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Georges Vigouroux 2011 Pigmentum Ugni Blanc-Colombard (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2011-pigmentum-white-blend-ugni-blanc-colombard-cotes-gascogne/,Ugni Blanc-Colombard,2011,Georges Vigouroux ,Red,France,"This is a classic, bold, fruity Nouveau, with firm tannins that add weight to the palate. Pair this with food.",Nouveau,13,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Georges Duboeuf 2012 Nouveau (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2012-nouveau-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2012,Georges Duboeuf 14.5,White,US,"There's ample acidity and just a touch of oak on this Viognier, which is rich in orange, peach and lime flavors. It finishes with some sweetness, but the acidity comes to the rescue, providing a clean, brisk close.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2011 Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2011-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2011,Robert Hall 13.3,White,US,"This has pungent aromatics of petrol and grass, and the flavors follow. It's a reasonable style for the Sauvignon Blanc grape, but it likely will not appeal to all palates.",Blue Eye,20,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Kandarian 2011 Blue Eye Sauvignon Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kandarian-2011-blue-eye-sauvignon-blanc-willamette-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Kandarian 12,Sparkling,France,"Dry, bright and aromatic, this has notes of fresh apple and crisp pear, plus a touch of herb. The méthode ancestrale involves finishing the first fermentation in the bottle rather than, as with méthode Champenois, having a second fermentation.",Methode Ancestrale Brut,15,86,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine du Moulin NV Methode Ancestrale Brut Mauzac (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moulin-nv-methode-ancestrale-brut-other-white-mauzac-gaillac/,Mauzac,,Domaine du Moulin 12,Rose,France,"Light and fruity, this is full of refreshing red berry fruits, making this a clean, forward apéritif. It has fragrant acidity on the finish.",,15,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais Rosé,,Domaine des Nugues 2011 Gamay (Beaujolais Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nugues-2011-gamay-rose/,Gamay,2011,Domaine des Nugues 14.3,Red,US,"Forward and fruity, this offers flavors of berry and plum. It feels a little flat on the palate, with some peppery tannins and a quick fade.",,50,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Bomb 2009 Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bomb-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bomb 12.5,Red,Italy,"Notes of cherry and raspberry open the nose of this organic wine. It is easy on the palate, with a lean, fruit-filled finish.",Vriccio,20,86,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Antica Enotria 2011 Vriccio Primitivo (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-enotria-2011-vriccio-zinfandel-primitivo-puglia/,Primitivo,2011,Antica Enotria 13.5,Red,US,"Intriguing aromas of lingonberry, dried herb, strawberry-fruit leather and sarsaparilla are layered and dark. On the palate, the wine feels refined, with a malleable core that's framed by dry, textured tannins.",Reserve,50,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Barboursville Vineyards 2007 Reserve Nebbiolo (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-2007-reserve-nebbiolo-virginia/,Nebbiolo,2007,Barboursville Vineyards 13.5,White,US,"Fruity and tasting of lemon, melon and pineapple, this clean and fresh Pinot Gris offers fair value for the price. It tastes slightly off dry.",Caleb Knorr,12,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Abiqua Wind 2011 Caleb Knorr Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abiqua-wind-2011-caleb-knorr-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,Abiqua Wind 12.5,White,Italy,Here's a fresh and easy Chardonnay from southern Italy with citrus aromas that are followed by notes of pear and peach. The wine offers ripe fruit aromas and a touch of creaminess on the palate.,,13,86,Southern Italy,Salento,,Cantele 2011 Chardonnay (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantele-2011-chardonnay-salento/,Chardonnay,2011,Cantele 13.5,Red,France,"Smooth and modern in character, with toast and sweet-tasting fruit notes, this is a wine that characterizes the New World school of Bordeaux winemaking. It has extracted tannins and concentration, with a dark chocolate flavor. Aging will soften the extremes, so give it 3–4 years.",,,86,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Moulin de Canhaut 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moulin-canhaut-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Moulin de Canhaut 13.5,Red,France,"The aromas and flavors of new wood are dominant in this soft, ripe wine. It has opulent black-plum fruit that shows through the wood influence. A touch of smokiness adds spice.",,45,86,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Moulin de Canhaut 2009 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moulin-canhaut-2009-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Moulin de Canhaut 13.5,Red,France,"Soft, round and balanced, this ripe wine is ready to drink. It's led by the cherry and black currant flavors, with dryness that comes from the soft tannins.",,8,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Moulin de Beauséjour 2011 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moulin-beausejour-2011-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Moulin de Beauséjour 13.5,Red,France,"Using fruit that was sourced from a 12-acre property planted to Merlot, this wine is laden with wood. A burnt edge covers what will inevitably be attractive, ripe plum fruit. It has acidity on the finish, and its juicy element promises good things in 2–3 years.",Réserve,22,86,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Lamour 2010 Réserve (Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamour-2010-reserve-merlot-castillon-cotes/,Merlot,2010,Château Lamour 13,Red,Italy,"This exciting selection offers spicy nutmeg and cinnamon notes behind the ripe fruit and prune aromas. A soft, slightly sweet finish is carried forth by the wine's medium density.",Caleo,10,86,Southern Italy,Salento,,Botter 2011 Caleo Primitivo (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botter-2011-caleo-zinfandel-primitivo-salento/,Primitivo,2011,Botter 14.4,Red,US,"An herbal red blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot and Malbec, this is earthy, focused and straightforward.",Kristine's Cuvée,22,86,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Wattle Creek 2010 Kristine's Cuvée Red (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2010-kristines-cuvee-red-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Wattle Creek 14.5,Red,Chile,"Initial fiery aromas give way to notes of creamy oak, raspberry, plum and chewing gum. The mouthfeel on this blend of Cabernet, Carmenère, Syrah and Malbec is thick and syrupy, and the flavors suggest lemon peel, jammy berry and oak resin. Modest comlexity on the finish comes with a candied fruit flavor.",Gran Reserva,16,86,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Chocalan 2009 Gran Reserva Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-chocalan-2009-gran-reserva-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Viña Chocalan 13.5,White,Italy,"This no-fuss blend of Chardonnay and Fiano offers simple tones of citrus and pear that segue to a crisp, clean mouthfeel. Pair this fresh southern Italian white with insalata di mare (seafood salad).",Le Pitre,29,86,Southern Italy,Salento,,Villa Mottura 2011 Le Pitre White (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mottura-2011-le-pitre-white-salento/,White Blend,2011,Villa Mottura 14,Red,Chile,"A dark berry aroma comes with a distinct whiff of green. On the palate, the wine feels crisp and clampy, while the flavors of spicy, herbal plum and berry teeter on the edge of being green. It tastes briary and like tomato sauce on the finish.",Limited Edition,25,86,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2010 Limited Edition Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2010-limited-edition-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Echeverria 15,Red,US,"This rustic Barbera tastes of blackberry. It's medium bodied with just-right acidity and tannins that are well-integrated and smooth. The finish gets a little bit meaty, which will work fine alongside meaty, smoky foods.",Concerto,27,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Fiddletown Cellars 2010 Concerto Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiddletown-cellars-2010-concerto-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,2010,Fiddletown Cellars 13.5,Red,US,"Though quite light, this widely available Pinot could be tossed in with a group of village Burgundies without any trouble. Flavors of berry, compact earth and herb carry through onto the gentle, fading finish.",,19,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Erath 2010 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2010-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Erath 14.8,Red,US,"Rich and easy, this has jammy raspberry, cherry, milk chocolate, anise and sandalwood flavors. Earns extra points for the velvety texture and smooth, spicy finish.",Cooney Vineyard,25,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Huntington 2010 Cooney Vineyard Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huntington-2010-cooney-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2010,Huntington 13.5,White,US,"A fine Chardonnay for drinking now, this will satisfy for its creamy texture and tart flavors of buttered toast, oranges and pears.",Barney's Heritage Cuvée,29,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hawkstone 2011 Barney's Heritage Cuvée Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkstone-2011-barneys-heritage-cuvee-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Hawkstone 14.7,Red,US,"This dry, vigorous Pinot Noir has tart acids, with flavors of jammy red berries, stone fruits and sandalwood, plus hints of cola and nutmeg. It's a refreshing Pinot Noir that you can even chill a little; drink now.",Central Avenue Vineyard,21,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Pessagno 2010 Central Avenue Vineyard Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2010-central-avenue-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2010,Pessagno 13,White,US,"This is a blend of Chenin Blanc and Viognier that's zesty in acidity and slightly sweet in honeyed flavor. Immensely fruity, it bears notes of orange, green apple, lime and vanilla. A versatile wine to drink with today's spectrum of ethnic fare.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Pepi 2011 Chenin Blanc-Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepi-2011-white-blend-chenin-blanc-viognier-other/,Chenin Blanc-Viognier,2011,Pepi 13,White,Italy,"Very fresh and easygoing, this crisp and spicy selection offers bright accents of lemon zest, kiwi and dried hay. Pair it with your favorite salad recipe.",Primo Bianco,18,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Sardegna,,Mesa 2011 Primo Bianco (Vermentino di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mesa-2011-primo-bianco-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-sardegna/,Vermentino,2011,Mesa 12.5,White,Italy,"This blend of Insolia and Chardonnay opens with easy layers of citrus, pear, kiwi and cut grass. Balanced acidity gives it informal, easy-drinking appeal.",Calanìca Insolia-Chardonnay,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2011 Calanìca Insolia-Chardonnay White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2011-calanica-insolia-chardonnay-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Duca di Salaparuta 12,Red,France,"For a simple Beaujolais, this has richness and fruit density. It's as fruity as the wine should be, but it also has firm tannins. The finish has a minerally texture along with black-currant-like acidity.",La Platière,25,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Domaine Chasselay 2011 La Platière (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chasselay-2011-platiere-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2011,Domaine Chasselay 12,Red,France,"Using fruit sourced from old vines, this is concentrated, with some richness and weight. Ripe red-cherry fruit mingles with balanced, dry tannins.",Vignes de 1940,13,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Domaine Dupré 2011 Vignes de 1940 (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dupre-2011-vignes-1940-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2011,Domaine Dupré 11.5,Red,France,"A griottier is an orchard of bitter cherry trees. This is fruity yet lean, with a cherry flavor. It has a hollow center, with more tannins than fruit.",Le Griottier,22,86,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Domaine Dupré 2011 Le Griottier (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dupre-2011-le-griottier-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2011,Domaine Dupré 15.5,Red,US,"You'll love this if you like your Zins sweet and intensely fruity. It shows flavors of chocolate-covered raisins, blackberry jam and savory spices, with high alcohol lending heat. Good with barbecue and beef stew.",,34,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Collier Falls 2009 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collier-falls-2009-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Collier Falls 14,Red,Chile,"Spicy on the nose, this has a strong blast of olive and herb. The body on this wine is full and well balanced, while the flavors veer toward herbal, spicy black fruit, pepper and cardamom. The finish is short and spicy, with a severe baked and roasted character.",Family Vintage,17,86,Maipo Valley,,,Tres Palacios 2010 Family Vintage Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-palacios-2010-family-vintage-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Tres Palacios 12.5,White,Italy,"A simple citrus aroma provides for a fresh and inviting bouquet. Peach, pear and green apple touches give the wine added brightness and buoyancy.",Case Ibidini,15,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2011 Case Ibidini Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2011-case-ibidini-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2011,Valle dell'Acate 13.5,White,Chile,"The bouquet offers a dose of toast to go with a standard baked-apple flavor, and the mouthfeel is plump and easy. Flavors of baked apple and pear are friendly and round, while the medium-length finish delivers touches of vanilla and caramel. Good for Maule Chardonnay.",Sabrina Reserve,12,86,Maule Valley,,,San Nicolas 2010 Sabrina Reserve Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-nicolas-2010-sabrina-reserve-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,San Nicolas 13.5,White,Italy,"This Grillo opens with bright notes of citrus, kiwi, cut grass and grapefruit. Pair it with Thai spring rolls.",,13,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Rapitalà 2011 Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rapitala-2011-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2011,Tenuta Rapitalà 13.5,White,US,"Fermented in stainless steel and concrete, this Sauvignon Blanc packs some pungency on the nose, with aromas of green coffee bean, drying grass, peach yogurt and ripe apricot. Medium to full in body, the acids are dynamic enough to charge the flower and mineral flavors. Pair this with pan-seared sea scallops served in a tarragon beurre blanc.",,22,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Stinson 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stinson-2011-sauvignon-blanc-virginia/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Stinson 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a light and easy Grillo that opens with citrus, dried herb, stone fruit and honey. The wine feels fresh, compact and dry.",,17,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Spadafora 2011 Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spadafora-2011-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2011,Spadafora 13.5,Red,US,"A vigorous, everyday sort of Pinot Noir, this is dry, tart and tannic, yet it has a nice silky texture and pleasant cherry, cola and baking spice flavors.",,14,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kenwood 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2011-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Kenwood 13.5,Red,Chile,"This wine has a fairly compact and closed nose, with black fruit and spiced plum aromas that are common for the variety. This is compact, firm and hard on the tongue, with dark fruit and roasted meat flavors that are marked by some bitterness. The finish tastes and feels toasted and narrow.",,19,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Maquis 2010 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maquis-2010-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Maquis 13,Rose,Italy,"Notes of pink roses and wild flowers open the bouquet of this delicate selection. It offers cranberry and citrus flavors over an easy, fresh finish.",Primo Rosato,18,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Mesa 2011 Primo Rosato Carignano (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mesa-2011-primo-rosato-carignan-carignano-isola-nuraghi/,Carignano,2011,Mesa 12.3,Red,US,"Oregon Pinotage is not a commonly found wine—this is the first in our experience. It's a fruit-powered wine, with a broad flavor of ripe berry that is supported by sharp acids and somewhat soapy tannins.",Estate Grown,28,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2009 Estate Grown Pinotage (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-vineyards-2009-estate-grown-pinotage-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinotage,2009,Melrose 13.5,Red,Italy,"Spicy and raw, this features tight berry aromas, followed by licorice and rum cake accents. A blast of heat and ripe fruit appears on the finish.",Arrocco,20,86,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Tenuta Fujanera 2009 Arrocco Nero di Troia (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-fujanera-2009-arrocco-italian-red-nero-troia-puglia/,Nero di Troia,2009,Tenuta Fujanera 14,Red,Italy,"Tenuta Cantalupi is an offshoot brand of Conti Zecca in the Salento area of Puglia. This lean wine delivers easy berry aromas and a slight touch of toasted almond, with fresh berry flavors on the finish.",Cantalupi,14,86,Southern Italy,Salento,,Tenuta Cantalupi 2009 Cantalupi Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-cantalupi-2009-cantalupi-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,2009,Tenuta Cantalupi 14,White,Chile,"This is a simple wine with friendly pear and apple aromas. The palate has modest complexity, with fresh acids and a touch of oak. Core flavors of peach and apple finish with modest accents of toast and popcorn.",Selección del Directorio Gran Reserva,10,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Helena 2011 Selección del Directorio Gran Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-helena-2011-seleccion-directorio-gran-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Santa Helena 14,Red,Chile,"This is quite prickly and herbal, with spicy, almost green aromas of snappy currant and cranberry. The mouth is marked by crusty tannins, bearing flavors of oregano, tomato and plum. It's leafy and dry on the finish, with a crisp feel and lots of spice.",Chaski,30,86,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Pérez Cruz 2009 Chaski Petit Verdot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-perez-cruz-2009-chaski-petit-verdot-maipo-valley/,Petit Verdot,2009,Viña Pérez Cruz 15,Red,US,"With its ripe flavors of blackberry and cherry jam, red currant, cocoa, anise and smoky oak, this demonstrates a certain degree of complexity. Sweet and simple, this is showing its best now, and it should drink well for the next 2–3 years.",,40,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2010 Meritage (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2010-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast-paso-robles/,Meritage,2010,Robert Hall 14.9,Red,US,"Even after an hour of airing, this wine is tart and sweet in primary blackberry, boysenberry and cherry fruit, which gives it a rustic, jammy taste. The sweetness suggests drinking this wine with rich meats slathered in sugary barbecue sauce.",Sonoma Heritage Vines,15,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rancho Zabaco 2011 Sonoma Heritage Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2011-sonoma-heritage-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2011,Rancho Zabaco 13.5,Red,Italy,"Dark ruby in color, this has soft aromas of cherry, black fruit and cassis. There's a bright point of acidity that would pair with pasta with cheese.",,10,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Stemmari 2011 Pinot Noir (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stemmari-2011-pinot-noir-sicilia/,Pinot Noir,2011,Stemmari 13.5,Red,Italy,"If you are curious about Sicily's Nero d'Avola grape, this is the perfect wine for beginners. It shows great fruit integrity, with characteristic aromas of cherry, wild berry and toasted pistachio.",,9,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Stemmari 2011 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stemmari-2011-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2011,Stemmari 13.5,Red,Italy,"Monovarietal wines made from Sangiovese are a new concept for Sicily. The wine exhibits a dark ruby color, with sweet aromas of cherry and blackberry. A touch of white almond marks the finish.",,10,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Stemmari 2010 Sangiovese (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stemmari-2010-sangiovese-sicilia/,Sangiovese,2010,Stemmari 13,Rose,US,"Tart, bracing and a bit leesy, this has hints of rhubarb, jicama and starchy white vegetables. It's not vegetal in a green sense, just quite dry and a bit slender.",Rosé,16,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Spindrift Cellars 2011 Rosé Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spindrift-cellars-2011-rose-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Spindrift Cellars 13.5,Red,Italy,"This shows a bright quality of fruit, with fine nuances of berry, tart cherry and plum. The acidity would pair with oven-roasted lasagna with a cheesy crust.",Sallier de la Tour,13,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2010 Sallier de la Tour Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2010-sallier-tour-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Tasca d'Almerita 12.5,Rose,Italy,"Light pink in color, this wine offers generous aromas of forest fruit and citrus. It has enough depth and creaminess to pair with a spicy Thai mango salad.",,12,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Principi di Spadafora 2011 Rosato (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principi-spadafora-2011-rose-rosato-sicilia/,Rosato,2011,Principi di Spadafora 13.5,White,US,"This Chardonnay has flavors of rich, ripe tropical fruit, tangerine, apricot and lime. The tangy acidity provides a keen finish.",Steelbird Unoaked,10,86,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2011 Steelbird Unoaked Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2011-steelbird-unoaked-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Smoking Loon 12.5,Rose,Italy,"Planeta's fresh rosé (made with Syrah) shows attractive berry, citrus, herb and sweet almond-paste notes.",Rosé,16,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2011 Rosé Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2011-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2011,Planeta 14,Red,US,"Plenty of red currant, chocolate, blackberry jam, cola, pepper and cedar flavors in this dry, tannic wine. Drink up.",Hooker Betsy's Vineyard Home Pitch,28,86,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Lawer 2010 Hooker Betsy's Vineyard Home Pitch Syrah (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawer-2010-hooker-betsys-vineyard-home-pitch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-knights-valley/,Syrah,2010,Lawer 14,Red,Chile,"Big berry and cherry aromas come with an oaky, loamy, while the ripe, creamy palate houses black fruit, spice and oaky flavors that don't go far on the finish.",Punto Niño Reserva,11,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Laroche 2011 Punto Niño Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laroche-2011-punto-nino-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2011,Laroche 14.1,Red,US,"A bright, perfumed Cabernet Sauvignon, this is rich, especially on the finish, with a restrained toasty oak character and balanced fruit.",Moon Eyes,14,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Lapis Luna 2007 Moon Eyes Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapis-luna-2007-moon-eyes-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Lapis Luna 14,Red,Chile,"Fresh on the bouquet, this has tomato leaf, plum, raspberry and spice aromas that are similar to those found in simple Bordeaux. The palate is snappy and fresh due to its acidity, while flavors of cherry pie filling and red plum lead to a spunky, lightly oaked finish.",Family Vintage,17,86,Maipo Valley,,,Tres Palacios 2010 Family Vintage Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-palacios-2010-family-vintage-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2010,Tres Palacios 14,Red,Chile,"Rooty and baked-smelling on the nose, this also has milk chocolate and leaf aromas. It feels spunky and fresh. Herbal, leafy flavors of roasted berries and spices set up the rooty, warm, baked-tasting finish that's full in feel but short on complexity.",Family Vintage,12,86,Maipo Valley,,,Tres Palacios 2010 Family Vintage Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-palacios-2010-family-vintage-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Tres Palacios 12,White,France,"A fresh, fragrant and herbaceous wine, this dances lightly and brightly on the palate. Flavors of grapefruit and lime come with crisp acidity, lending a mouth-tingling finish.",Cuvée Jeanne,11,86,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Tortoise Creek 2011 Cuvée Jeanne Sauvignon Blanc (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortoise-creek-2011-cuvee-jeanne-sauvignon-blanc-cotes-gascogne/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Tortoise Creek 13,Red,Italy,"This features savory aromas of cured meat and smoked hickory sauce. The quality of the fruit is dried and candied, with hints of cassis, prune and raisin. The finish shows acidity and an almond-like bitterness.",Bottaccia,18,86,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Torre Quarto 2008 Bottaccia Uva di Troia (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-quarto-2008-bottaccia-italian-red-uva-troia-puglia/,Uva di Troia,2008,Torre Quarto 14,Red,Chile,"An earthy aroma of compost morphs into vanilla, carob, bacon and berry notes. The palate has a resiny, grabby feel, with oak-led flavors of charred leather, bacon, rubber and berry.",Grand Reserve,18,86,Curicó Valley,,,Junta 2010 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/junta-2010-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Junta 13.8,White,US,"Despite the name, this is not a sparkling wine; rather, it is a still white wine made from Pinot Noir grapes. The varietal character seems to have been completely stripped away, leaving just a plain and simple white wine with light citrus and apple flavors.",Blanc de Noirs,22,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,J. Scott Cellars 2011 Blanc de Noirs Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-scott-cellars-2011-blanc-noirs-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,J. Scott Cellars 12.5,Red,Italy,"Organic farmer and winemaker Raffaele Di Tuccio delivers an easy 50-50 blend of Sangiovese and Montepulciano that bears simple aromas of cherry and wet earth. It shows a fresh, compact finish that would work nicely with tomato sauce and grated Parmigiano.",,15,86,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Antica Enotria 2010 Red (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-enotria-2010-red-puglia/,Red Blend,2010,Antica Enotria 13.1,Red,US,"A sound wine for everyday drinking, this has firm tannins and blackberry, currant and cedar flavors, plus a touch of spicy licorice on the finish.",Durant Ranch Vineyards,15,86,California,California Other,California,Five Rows 2011 Durant Ranch Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/five-rows-2011-durant-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Five Rows 14.2,Red,US,"Soft and friendly, this has instantly likeable cherry, cola, anise and sandalwood flavors. Perfect for drinking now.",,20,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Courtney Benham 2011 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2011-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2011,Courtney Benham 12.5,Red,France,"Emphasizing tannins and tight structure as much as fruit, this also has a banana flavor that needs to blow off by aging for 1–2 years.",,,86,Beaujolais,Chiroubles,,Domaine Cheysson 2011 Chiroubles,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cheysson-2011-gamay-chiroubles/,Gamay,2011,Domaine Cheysson 12.5,Red,France,"This is ripe, full bodied and delicious, with a red fruit flavor. It has all the juicy fruitiness that is associated with Beaujolais. Drink now, even slightly chilled.",,11,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Château de Pizay 2011 Beaujolais,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pizay-2011-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2011,Château de Pizay ,Red,Italy,"An easygoing Nero d'Avola that would pair with white meat or roast turkey, this has layers of blueberry, toasted almond and pistachio flavors, with a mild mouthfeel on the finish.",Sherazade,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Donnafugata 2011 Sherazade Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2011-sherazade-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2011,Donnafugata 14,Red,France,"This fruity wine has an aroma of tobacco and a spicy black-currant taste. It is full bodied, and it should be kept for another year.",,15,86,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Château Tour des Gendres 2011 Red (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2011-red-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Tour des Gendres 12.5,White,Italy,"Fragrant and floral, this bright wine would pair well with fried seafood or baked Mediterranean fish. Honey and peach blossom notes lead to a crisp, easy mouthfeel.",,13,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Colosi 2011 White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colosi-2011-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Colosi 13,White,Italy,"This opens with a pretty white-flower and honey notes, followed by a thick and slightly heavy mouthfeel. Barbecued shrimp would make for a great pairing partner.",,12,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2011 Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2011-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2011,Cusumano 13.5,Red,Italy,"A simple expression of Cannonau, this has notes of dark fruit and prune, followed by sweet spice and leather accents. It would pair well with grilled sausages.",Dolia,15,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Cannonau di Sardegna,,Cantina Sociale di Dolianova 2010 Dolia (Cannonau di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-sociale-dolianova-2010-dolia-grenache-cannonau-cannonau-sardegna/,Cannonau,2010,Cantina Sociale di Dolianova 12.5,White,US,"This shows lots of Chardonnay charm and lusciousness. The texture is creamy and buttery, the flavors are suggestive of ripe pineapples and oranges, plus layers of vanilla and butterscotch are just right.",,14,86,California,California Other,California,Aura 2011 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aura-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Aura 13.8,Red,US,"Scents and flavors of rosemary-crusted charred meat, raspberry and cassis liqueur balance savoriness with fruitiness. The palate bears firm, chewy tannins that are buttressed by uplifting acids.",,38,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Breaux 2006 Nebbiolo (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/breaux-2006-nebbiolo-virginia/,Nebbiolo,2006,Breaux ,White,Italy,"This Inzolia offers clean and fresh aromas of citrus, peach, white flower and garden herb. A subtle touch of sweetness is found on the palate.",Terre di Giumara,14,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Caruso & Minini 2011 Terre di Giumara Inzolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caruso-minini-2011-terre-giumara-italian-white-inzolia-sicilia/,Inzolia,2011,Caruso & Minini 13.5,White,US,"This is a crisp, medium-bodied wine, with pleasant aromas of apricot, lemon and pineapple. A smidgen of almond nuttiness marks the finish.",,18,87,California,Mendocino County,Potter Valley,Paul Dolan 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Potter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-dolan-2011-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-potter-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Paul Dolan 15,Red,US,"High alcohol gives this Zin some jalapeño-like heat. It shows classically ripe Dry Creek flavors of briary, brambly blackberry, raisin and chocolate. It will age, gradually losing fresh fruit and turning more leathery.",Mounts Vineyard Cypress Block,35,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wine Guerrilla 2010 Mounts Vineyard Cypress Block Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-guerrilla-2010-mounts-vineyard-cypress-block-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Wine Guerrilla 14,Red,Italy,"Juicy and ripe, this opens with black fruit and prune notes, followed by soft tannins and a chewy, rich mouthfeel. Pair it with roasted meats with buttery baked potatoes.",,12,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Sikelia 2010 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sikelia-2010-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Sikelia ,Red,Italy,"This offers ripe notes of prune and blackberry, with a nutty nuance. The mouthfeel is round, plush and smooth.",Centuno,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 2010 Centuno Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticultori-associati-canicatti-2010-centuno-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 13.5,White,Italy,"This expression shows ripe fruit and a bold, creamy style. Pear and Golden Delicious apple notes give the wine momentum and the added freshness it needs.",,24,87,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,Villa Raiano 2011 Greco di Tufo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-raiano-2011-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,2011,Villa Raiano 14.5,White,US,"While this Chardonnay was aged in only 17% new French oak barrels, the oak really dominates, bearing aromas and flavors of buttered toast and butterscotch. Underneath that veneer is a tart wine with fine flavors of pineapples, oranges and pears, plus beautiful acidity and a clean, minerally finish.",,28,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 2011 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2011-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Schug 13,White,Chile,"This crisp, acidic Sauvignon Blanc leans green with pea and canned bean aromas, but it offers enough green apple and citrus character for enjoyment. The palate is zesty and lemony, with flavors that include green veggies, herbs, limes and tangerines. The finish is mildly green and citrusy.",Selección del Directorio Gran Reserva Cool Coastal Vineyard,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Helena 2011 Selección del Directorio Gran Reserva Cool Coastal Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-helena-2011-seleccion-directorio-gran-reserva-cool-coastal-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Santa Helena 14.5,Red,Chile,"This is dry, spicy and subdued on the bouquet, with a red berry aroma leading the charge. Focused and fresh on the palate, it has spicy, mildly oaky flavors of toasty berry fruit. Pinches of pepper and chocolate add weight and darkness to the finish.",Gran Reserva de Los Andes,15,87,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2009 Gran Reserva de Los Andes Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2009-gran-reserva-los-andes-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2009,Santa Alicia 13.5,White,Italy,"With loads of white flower and honey notes, Zagra (100% Grillo) is fresh and clean, with lingering tones of almond skin, jasmine and orange blossom. The finish is crisp and lean.",Zagra,18,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2011 Zagra Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2011-zagra-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2011,Valle dell'Acate 13,White,Italy,"Fragrant and floral, with a bright golden color, this expression of Insolia shows a rich, creamy mouthfeel, with orange blossom and candied lemon flavors.",,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Vittoria,,Valle dell'Acate 2011 Insolia (Vittoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2011-italian-white-insolia-vittoria/,Insolia,2011,Valle dell'Acate 12.5,White,Italy,"A 70-30 blend of Catarratto and Chardonnay, this wine offers enormous freshness in the form of citrus blossom, white almond, honey, lemon mousse and basil leaf notes. It feels silky, crisp and light.",Meridiano 12,24,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Gorghi Tondi 2011 Meridiano 12 White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-gorghi-tondi-2011-meridiano-12-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Tenuta Gorghi Tondi 14,Red,Chile,"Overall this is a full-bodied Cabernet, with full berry, chocolate and creamy oak aromas, followed by a solid palate that features moderate acidity and ample oak influence. The flavors of creamy blackberry and plum are dark and oaky, showing chocolaty heft on the finish.",Reserva,12,87,Cachapoal Valley,,,Rios de Chile 2011 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rios-chile-2011-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Rios de Chile 13,White,Italy,"This blend of Catarratto, Grillo and Inzolia shows Sicilian personality, with bright lemon, almond and sea breeze aromas. The palate's freshness and lightness would pair well with grilled fish or shrimp.",Don Pietro,17,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Principi di Spadafora 2011 Don Pietro White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principi-spadafora-2011-don-pietro-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Principi di Spadafora 12.5,White,Austria,"Sämling and Scheurebe are two names for the same grape, a cross between Riesling and Sylvaner. With rich apricot fruit, this has a Viognier quality, but with crisper acidity. It is pure, fruity and fragrant, with just a touch of mineral-like texture on the finish.",Sämling 88 Leicht & Fruchtig,17,87,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2011 Sämling 88 Leicht & Fruchtig Scheurebe (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2011-samling-88-leicht-fruchtig-other-white-scheurebe-niederosterreich/,Scheurebe,2011,Pratsch 12.5,White,Italy,"Alastro is a floral expression of Grecanico that offers bright tones of honey, jasmine, rose and almond blossom. This wine would make for a great predinner drink by the glass.",Alastro,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2011 Alastro Grecanico (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2011-alastro-italian-white-grecanico-sicilia/,Grecanico,2011,Planeta 13,Red,Italy,"Made using organically farmed fruit, this blend of rare indigenous grapes from Puglia opens with a dusty mineral shading, plus notes of ripe blackberry, prune and cigar box. It is sweet and chewy on the finish.",Le Vigne Rare,21,87,Southern Italy,Salento,,Pirro Varone 2008 Le Vigne Rare Red (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pirro-varone-2008-le-vigne-rare-red-salento/,Red Blend,2008,Pirro Varone 13,White,Italy,"This white blend is the quintessential seafood wine. It offers citrus, stone fruit, crushed mineral and pretty flower nuances.",Leone d'Almerita,20,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2011 Leone d'Almerita White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2011-leone-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Tasca d'Almerita 13,Red,Italy,"Syrah finds a perfect home in Sicily. The sea breezes and sunny weather help give ripe aromas of blackberry, cherry, tobacco and smoked bacon. It exudes a spicy touch of barbecue sauce, with gritty tannins that give the wine texture, richness and power.",Sallier de la Tour,13,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2010 Sallier de la Tour Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2010-sallier-tour-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2010,Tasca d'Almerita 14.7,Red,US,"This treads the line between slightly rustic and refined. The tannins are sandpapery, and it has lots of zingy acidity, making the wine feel a little rough. But the core of blackberry fruit is rich and dynamic. Probably not an ager, so give it a good decanting, and drink it over the next 2–3 years.",Idyll Times,35,87,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Pessagno 2010 Idyll Times Syrah (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2010-idyll-times-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Syrah,2010,Pessagno 13.9,Red,US,"This shows full-bodied blackberry, black currant, smoky bacon and pepper flavors, wrapped in firm tannins. It's a versatile, easy-to-like wine.",,13,87,California,California Other,California,Martin Ray 2011 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2011-red-other/,Red Blend,2011,Martin Ray 14,White,Chile,"This is a full and chunky type of New World Chardonnay, with an oily, mildly stalky nose that offers corn and apple aromas. It feels big across the palate and tastes toasted and peachy, with a fresh apple streak for balance. The finish is defined by viscosity and toasty apple flavors. Drink now.",Corralillo,20,87,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2010 Corralillo Chardonnay (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2010-corralillo-chardonnay-san-antonio/,Chardonnay,2010,Matetic 14,Red,Chile,"Graphite, blackberry, cassis and toast aromas define the bouquet on this hard-smacking, wide-bodied Carignan. The flavor profile is dominated by rugged flavors, and the mouthfeel is bouncy. Loud on the finish at first, and then things go quiet.",Single Vineyard,18,87,Maule Valley,,,Oveja Negra 2010 Single Vineyard Carignan (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oveja-negra-2010-single-vineyard-carignan-maule-valley/,Carignan,2010,Oveja Negra 14.1,Red,US,"Already aging quickly, this very ripe wine leans into the raisin and prune end of the flavor spectrum. Backed with a generous dose of baking spice, it's a soft and plummy wine ready for near-term enjoyment.",Reserve,29,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Merrill Cellars 2010 Reserve Syrah (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merrill-cellars-2010-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2010,Merrill Cellars 13.5,Red,Italy,"Bright and straightforward, this Nero d'Avola shows cherry, plum, toasted pistachio notes, with a fresh touch of wild fennel.",Passo delle Mule Suar Marchesa,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2010 Passo delle Mule Suar Marchesa Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2010-passo-delle-mule-suar-marchesa-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Duca di Salaparuta 13,Red,Italy,"Bright garnet in color, this delicate wine has aromas of cassis, sour cherry and violet, plus a drying touch of mineral. The mouthfeel is lean, fresh and sharp.",Vajasindi Nawàri,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2009 Vajasindi Nawàri Pinot Nero (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2009-vajasindi-nawari-pinot-noir-nero-sicilia/,Pinot Nero,2009,Duca di Salaparuta 13.5,Red,Italy,"This blend of Nero d'Avola and Merlot shows a black-cherry note backed by toasted nut and leather accents. It feels tight and fresh, with an easy, crisp finish.",Triskelè,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2009 Triskelè Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2009-triskele-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2009,Duca di Salaparuta 14,Red,Italy,"Made from organically farmed fruit, this opens with fresh cherry and blackberry flavors. It has a lean mouthfeel, backed by bright acidity, and it would pair with potato gnocchi and cheese.",Avulisi,26,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo di Santa Tresa 2008 Avulisi Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-santa-tresa-2008-avulisi-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2008,Feudo di Santa Tresa 13.5,Red,Italy,"Smooth and velvety in feel, this Syrah offers plush layers of red fruit and tobacco. It drinks very easily, imparting cheerful red-berry and spice flavors as its glides across the palate.",,10,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2011 Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2011-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2011,Feudo Arancio 12.5,White,Austria,"The lightest of Wachau wine styles, this has a lilting, waltz-like feel. This is ready to drink, with a crisp apple flavor and a pepper touch.",Terrassen Federspiel,17,87,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2011 Terrassen Federspiel Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2011-terrassen-federspiel-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Domäne Wachau 13.5,Red,France,"Using fruit sourced from a small appellation to the west of Cahors and east of Bergerac, this blend of Merlot and Malbec shows a light, approachable character. It's full of red berry fruit, with sweet tannins and juicy acids on the finish.",Pigmentum,12,87,Southwest France,Buzet,,Georges Vigouroux 2010 Pigmentum Merlot-Malbec (Buzet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2010-pigmentum-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-malbec-buzet/,Merlot-Malbec,2010,Georges Vigouroux 13.5,Red,France,"This is a fruity wine with juicy acids and fresh black-currant and berry flavors. The tannins are present, but they are well integrated into the fruit and acidity. It's bright and ready to drink.",Château Lafleur de Haute-Serre,16,87,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2010 Château Lafleur de Haute-Serre Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2010-chateau-lafleur-haute-serre-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Georges Vigouroux 13,White,Chile,"The Sauvignon Blanc in this three-grape blend dominates, creating aromas of canned peas and nettles. In the mouth, it's round, smooth and just citrusy enough, with a grassy flavor that's mixed with melon and peach notes. It feels round and solid on the finish. Additions of Chardonnay and Viognier fill out the blend.",Reserve Assemblage Sauvignon Blanc-Chardonnay-Viognier,19,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Estampa 2011 Reserve Assemblage Sauvignon Blanc-Chardonnay-Viognier White (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estampa-2011-reserve-assemblage-sauvignon-blanc-chardonnay-viognier-white-casablanca-valley/,White Blend,2011,Estampa 14.8,Red,US,"This has impressive flavors of cherry pie filling, red currants, cola and cocoa, plus notable oak influence and tart, mouthwatering acidity. The parts haven't come together and likely won't before the wine heads south, so drink now with lamb, salmon, tuna and other Pinot-friendly foods.",Lennox Vineyard,40,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Envolve 2011 Lennox Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envolve-2011-lennox-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Envolve 14,White,Chile,"This is waxy smelling, with a coastal vegetal note that conveys cool-climate grapes. The palate is short and clipped in feel, with a waxy, mealy note to the wine's core melon and peach flavors. It's chunky on the finish and is a touch mealy in taste.",Gran Reserva Serie Riberas Ribera del Rapel,17,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2011 Gran Reserva Serie Riberas Ribera del Rapel Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2011-gran-reserva-serie-riberas-ribera-rapel-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Concha y Toro 14,Red,Italy,"Plump and meaty, this opens with dark aromas of blackberry, spice, crushed pepper and bresaola. This would drink well at informal occasions with family and friends.",,12,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2011 Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2011-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2011,Cusumano 13.5,Red,France,"A 50-50 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, this smoky wine has a flavor of black currant juice and a lean, firmly tannic texture. It needs several years to mature.",,,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château la Roque de By 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roque-by-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Roque de By 13.5,White,Italy,Loads of honey and yellow rose aromas open the bouquet. There's a touch of sweetness that recalls candied fruit and honeydew.,Vento,22,87,Southern Italy,Sannio,,Capolino Perlingieri 2011 Vento Greco (Sannio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capolino-perlingieri-2011-vento-italian-white-greco-sannio/,Greco,2011,Capolino Perlingieri 13.5,Red,France,"Smoky and structured, this is a wine that has both firm tannins and balanced, juicy fruits. It's a fine wine to drink now, especially with rich meats, and it can age for a year or two.",Réserve,15,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Cheval Quancard 2010 Réserve (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheval-quancard-2010-reserve-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Cheval Quancard 10,White,US,"Tart and tightly focused, this single-block expression is pure green-apple fruit and acid.",Ridgecrest Vineyards Wind Ridge Block,28,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Chehalem 2011 Ridgecrest Vineyards Wind Ridge Block Riesling (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2011-ridgecrest-wind-ridge-block-riesling-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Riesling,2011,Chehalem 7,Sparkling,US,"At 6% residual sugar and just 7% alcohol, you might expect this to be dessert-like. But the delicate spritz and grapefruit-like acidity keeps it in the apéritif range, with Moscato-like orange-candy flavors and a juicy, fruity mouthfeel.",Ridgecrest Vineyards Sext,24,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Chehalem 2011 Ridgecrest Vineyards Sext Riesling (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2011-ridgecrest-sext-riesling-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Riesling,2011,Chehalem 14.5,Red,France,"Ripe plum and blackberry fruits push this wine forward, with firm tannins and smokiness. Full and juicy in feel, this is a fruity wine that is immediately accessible and friendly. It's a wine that will age over the medium term.",Fleur du Périgord,20,87,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Château Thénac 2009 Fleur du Périgord Red (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-thenac-2009-fleur-perigord-red-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Thénac ,White,US,"Made in a ripe, appealing style, this has rich flavors of pineapple jam, tropical fruit, vanilla and buttered toast, brightened by crisp acidity.",Lot 350,14,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cameron Hughes 2010 Lot 350 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2010-lot-350-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Cameron Hughes 14.5,Red,Italy,"This opens with savory spice, leather, cured meat and tobacco notes. There isn't much fresh fruit found, but there is a pretty aromas of cassis. Drink now.",Mastronicola Nocera,34,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cambria 2010 Mastronicola Nocera Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2010-mastronicola-nocera-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,Cambria 13,White,Italy,"Chardonnay, Grillo, Insolia and Catarratto are blended in equal measure to provide a fresh yet complex wine. It bears a drying mineral tone, backed by notes of citrus, sweet peach and pear. A soft touch of fruity sweetness gives it roundness and depth.",C'D'C',17,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 2011 C'D'C' White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-cristo-campobello-2011-cdc-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 13,Red,Italy,"Organically farmed Negroamaro delivers savory tones of ripe fruit, dried currant and leather. The mouthfeel is lean and streamlined with pretty, but very delicate, nuances of wet earth and spice.",,25,87,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Antica Enotria 2010 Negroamaro (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-enotria-2010-italian-red-negroamaro-puglia/,Negroamaro,2010,Antica Enotria 12.5,White,US,"Stainless fermented and aged, this tart, apple-flavored Pinot Gris is close to fresh cider in flavor. The alcohol is low enough that it is almost invisible. Just pure, juicy, clean fruit comes through.",Estate,15,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Illahe 2011 Estate Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/illahe-2011-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,Illahe 14,White,Chile,"One sniff indicates there's a fair amount of oak on this Chardonnay, plus baked apple and peach scents. The palate offers acidic rip and lemony cut, but it's not too sharp. Tangy flavors of lemon and citrus are wrapped in resiny oak, and the finish is textured and long.",Single Vineyard Falaris Hill Vineyard Reserva Especial,20,87,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2011 Single Vineyard Falaris Hill Vineyard Reserva Especial Chardonnay (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyda-2011-single-vineyard-falaris-hill-vineyard-reserva-especial-chardonnay-leyda-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Viña Leyda 15,Red,Italy,"Villa Santera opens with jammy aromas of blackberry preserves and raspberry tart, followed by slightly smoked tones of roasted almond and pipe tobacco. This is fleshy, extremely rich and sweet on the close.",Villa Santera,18,87,Southern Italy,Primitivo di Manduria,,Leone de Castris 2011 Villa Santera (Primitivo di Manduria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leone-castris-2011-villa-santera-zinfandel-primitivo-primitivo-manduria/,Primitivo,2011,Leone de Castris 13.7,White,US,"This has appealing flavors of tropical fruit, orange, peach and vanilla, with a creamy texture and an overall sense of elegance. The acidity is brisk and clean.",Hooker Breakaway,24,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lawer 2011 Hooker Breakaway Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawer-2011-hooker-breakaway-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Lawer 14.6,Red,US,"This is rich and dry in blackberries, licorice, bacon, sweet oak and peppery spices. It shows lots of acidity and tannins, giving it a firm structure. Give it a brief decant and drink now.",Three Coins Betsy's Vineyard,28,87,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Lawer 2009 Three Coins Betsy's Vineyard Syrah (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawer-2009-three-coins-betsys-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-knights-valley/,Syrah,2009,Lawer 14.9,Red,US,"Even with Merlot and Cabernet Franc in the mix, there's no mistaking this is a Zinfandel. It has pepper and jam flavors, with straightjacketlike tannins and plenty of body.",Reserve,24,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2010 Reserve Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2010-reserve-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2010,Lava Cap 14.1,Red,US,"Tight and tannic, with an herbal edge, this stiff and rather unyielding wine remains a bit puzzling. Hints of cranberry, mulberry and blueberry are somewhat overtaken by herbal, earthy notes.",,25,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2009 Malbec (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2009-malbec-southern/,Malbec,2009,Abacela 13.5,Red,US,"A soft and leathery Pinot Meunier, this grape is not something seen alone very often in California, as it's mostly blended with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in sparkling wines. Straightforward in its dried cherry taste, but interesting and worth a try.",,20,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Saint Gregory 2010 Pinot Meunier (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-gregory-2010-other-red-pinot-meunier-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Meunier,2010,Saint Gregory 15,Red,US,"High alcohol gives this wine prickly, peppery heat. Although it's dry, it's Port-like, with raisin, blackberry, white pepper, licorice and bacon flavors. Give it credit for sheer power. It will age, without ever losing its rustic character.",Monte Rosso Vineyard Block E44,42,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wine Guerrilla 2010 Monte Rosso Vineyard Block E44 Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-guerrilla-2010-monte-rosso-vineyard-block-e44-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Wine Guerrilla 13.5,Red,France,"This is a mint- and licorice-flavored wine, with its wood aging prominent at this stage. Full bodied, rich and concentrated, it shows strong signs of extraction that give it a bitter finish. Age this tannic wine for 2–3 years or more.",,25,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Lestruelle 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lestruelle-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lestruelle ,White,Italy,"This Grecanico-based wine offers fullness and richness in the form of pear, stone fruit and sun-ripened lemon aromas. There is a floral note at the back, with fresh flavors of exotic fruit, mango and papaya.",Terre di Giumara,14,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Caruso & Minini 2011 Terre di Giumara Grecanico (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caruso-minini-2011-terre-giumara-italian-white-grecanico-sicilia/,Grecanico,2011,Caruso & Minini 13.5,Red,Italy,"This dark and luscious Cannonau opens with spicy aromas of barbecue and teriyaki sauce, followed by dark fruit and prune accents. Softly toasted notes of sweet almond and rum cake also appear.",Cerasio,19,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Cannonau di Sardegna,,Cantina Pedres 2009 Cerasio (Cannonau di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-pedres-2009-cerasio-grenache-cannonau-cannonau-sardegna/,Cannonau,2009,Cantina Pedres 13,Red,Italy,"This boasts bright, chewy red-fruit and cherry notes, with a soft, round mouthfeel. Pair this with grilled sausage or gorgonzola pizza.",Caleo,10,87,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Botter 2010 Caleo Red (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botter-2010-caleo-red-salice-salentino/,Red Blend,2010,Botter ,White,Italy,"This Carricante offers aromas of citrus, white almond and cut grass. There are pretty touches of drying mineral and brimstone on the finish.",,19,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Barone di Villagrande 2011 Etna,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-villagrande-2011-white-etna/,White Blend,2011,Barone di Villagrande 13,White,France,"A creamed apple aroma is followed by a creamy palate. It has tight acidity that lends brightness and freshness, with a crisp, fruity finish.",,18,87,Southwest France,Jurançon Sec,,Château Jolys 2011 Jurançon Sec,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jolys-2011-white-jurancon-sec/,White Blend,2011,Château Jolys 13.5,Red,France,"This is a juicy black-currant flavored wine that's ripe in tannin and in fruitiness. It has a hint of bitter extraction and an edge of dark wood aging, which need to soften and become round, so age it for at least five years.",,30,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Carcanieux 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carcanieux-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Carcanieux 13,Red,Italy,"This Pinot Nero opens with candied aromas of raspberry, citrus and wild strawberry, followed by a lean but fresh feel on the palate.",Tenuta San Michele,60,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Murgo 2010 Tenuta San Michele Pinot Nero (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murgo-2010-tenuta-san-michele-pinot-noir-nero-sicilia/,Pinot Nero,2010,Murgo 13,Red,France,A ripe red-fruit note offers a perfumed character to this fruity wine. A touch of banana is the only quibble with what is otherwise a bright selection.,Domaine Pardon,22,87,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Pardon et Fils 2011 Domaine Pardon (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pardon-fils-2011-domaine-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2011,Pardon et Fils 13,Red,Austria,"Packed with red fruits and herbal tannins, this is a juicy, fruity wine, with a texture that's soft and ripe. Acidity gives the wine lift and freshness. Drink now.",Exquisit,22,87,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2009 Exquisit Zweigelt (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2009-exquisit-other-red-zweigelt-niederosterreich/,Zweigelt,2009,Pratsch 14.5,Red,US,"Direct and easygoing, this Zinfandel tastes of blackberry, bacon, clove and pepper. The oak is tame, and the wine is ready to drink.",Old Vine,16,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Plungerhead 2011 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plungerhead-2011-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2011,Plungerhead 12.5,White,Italy,"Grecanico, Fiano, Chardonnay and Viognier comprise the blend, offering pretty floral aromas that are wrapped with tones of lemon and peach.",La Segreta,15,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2011 La Segreta White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2011-segreta-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Planeta 14.5,Red,Italy,"Nero d'Avola sometimes delivers a toasted note of pistachio or almond, and that nutty note is definitely found in this wine. Soft and smooth in texture, the palate offers notes of black fruit and plum.",,18,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Morgante 2010 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgante-2010-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Morgante ,Red,Chile,"The opening is oaky, thus cedar and balsamic aromas run roughshod over the cherry, roast plum and vanilla scents. The palate is wiry and acidic, with flavors of herbal plum and cherry that lead to a driving, acid-rich finish, with an earthy, baked flavor and a herbal overtone.",Gran Reserva,17,87,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2009 Gran Reserva Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2009-gran-reserva-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Morandé 14.2,Red,US,"Add Tannat to the long list of innovative efforts by this pioneering southern Oregon winery. Grapy and fruity, with chewy, substantial tannins for which this grape is known, this is a steak-ready wine, with upfront flavor.",,30,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2009 Tannat (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2009-other-red-tannat-southern-umpqua-valley/,Tannat,2009,Abacela 13,Red,US,"Earthy and savory in scent, this has notes of char, smoke and turmeric, which are layered over the black fruit foundation. The attack is pliable, with laidback acids that gain some brightness across the palate. A dusting of cedary spice marks the finish.",Reserve,40,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Barboursville Vineyards 2009 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-2009-reserve-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Barboursville Vineyards 12.5,White,Italy,"This opens with a fragrant bouquet of white flower and honey, and it shows thick streaks of glycerine that run down the sides of the glass. The wine has the heft and staying power to pair with fried calamari rings.",,15,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Altadonna 2011 Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altadonna-2011-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2011,Altadonna 13,Red,France,"Marcillac is one of the more remote French regions located in the hills of the Massif Central. Mansois is the local red grape, and here it has produced a perfumed wine, with red berry fruit that's lined with herb and lavender notes. It has a tense streak of acidity that cuts through the palate, leaving a balance of fruit and dry tannin.",,19,87,Southwest France,Marcillac,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2010 Marcillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2010-other-red-mansois-marcillac/,Mansois,2010,Lionel Osmin & Cie 12.5,Red,US,"From a demanding vintage, this offers tart cranberry and rhubarb flavors, with a forceful herbal component. It's well-structured, offering citrusy acids and good length to the finish.",,14,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Grandmaster 2010 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grandmaster-2010-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Grandmaster ,Red,Italy,"An easydrinking blend of Nero d'Avola and Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this would pair well with breaded veal or roasted chicken. Aromas include cherry, milk chocolate and blackberry, with a note of toasted pistachio.",Bonera,20,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,MandraRossa 2010 Bonera Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandrarossa-2010-bonera-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,MandraRossa 14.9,Red,US,"This Barbera has muscular, robust and tangy flavors of dark plum and blackberry, with a finish that's distinctly smoky, akin to pipe tobacco. Enjoy this with a host of hearty foods, ranging from pasta to smoked meats.",,18,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Lang 2010 Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lang-2010-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,2010,Lang 14,Red,Italy,"Lamùri shows a food friendly side of Nero d'Avola that would pair with veal, pork or roasted turkey. The bouquet is redolent of cherry cola, forest fruit, ginger and toasted nut. Subtle notes of smoke and spice appear on the finish.",Lamùri,20,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2010 Lamùri Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2010-lamuri-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Tasca d'Almerita 12.5,White,Italy,"Lemon mousse, pear and peach notes open the nose of this fresh Greco di Tufo. There is a drying mineral tone at the back that holds the wine together nicely.",,25,87,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,Vesevo 2011 Greco di Tufo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vesevo-2011-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,2011,Vesevo 12.5,White,US,"A Chenin with 15% Viognier in the mix, this bottling has more depth and fullness than many of Clarksburg's other Chenins. It's creamy yet retains plenty of acidity, it has a tropical fruit imprint and even a touch of grapefruit. It will stand up to all kinds of spicy foods.",Viognier,16,87,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Clarksburg Wine Company 2010 Viognier Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarksburg-wine-company-2010-viognier-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Clarksburg Wine Company 13.5,Red,US,"The nose is slighted lifted and high-toned. But the pleasing flavor of fresh raspberry takes over on the palate, and light touches of cocoa and sandalwood from 18 months in barrel bring a bit of depth to the finish.",Estate,29,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Cherry Hill 2010 Estate Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cherry-hill-2010-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Cherry Hill 12.5,Red,France,"A black-fruited wine with a strong sense of structure and wood, it has spice and black-plum flavors that are held together by tannins. This can age for a few years.",,12,87,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine du Moulin 2010 Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moulin-2010-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2010,Domaine du Moulin 15,Red,US,"Here's a lusty, full-throttle wine that's marked by strong flavors of black pepper, blackstrap molasses, blackberry jam and creamy dark chocolate. High alcohol gives it a touch of heat and glyceriney sweetness.",,34,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Collier Falls 2009 Primitivo (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collier-falls-2009-zinfandel-primitivo-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Primitivo,2009,Collier Falls 12,Red,Italy,"Frappato and Syrah make perfect blending partners. The first grape shows light, feminine characteristics, with bright berry and cola nuances. The second delivers color, dark fruit, density and savory spice.",Calanìca Frappato-Syrah,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2010 Calanìca Frappato-Syrah Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2010-calanica-frappato-syrah-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,Duca di Salaparuta 13,Red,Italy,"This offers a sunny, Mediterranean take on Cabernet, bearing bold blackberry and ripe fruit aromas, plus notes of spice, toasted nut, dried rosemary and dusty mineral. The mouthfeel is firmly structured and compact.",,13,87,Southern Italy,Terra degli Osci,,Di Majo Norante 2011 Cabernet (Terra degli Osci),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/majo-norante-2011-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-terra-degli-osci/,Cabernet,2011,Di Majo Norante 13,Red,France,"A blend of Syrah and Braucol from the slopes above Gaillac, this fruity, friendly wine has notes of spice and red berry. It's attractively juicy, with soft tannins, and it's ready to drink now.",Château Baron,16,87,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Georges Vigouroux 2008 Château Baron Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2008-chateau-baron-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2008,Georges Vigouroux 12.5,Red,Italy,"Made using organically farmed fruit, this wine opens with spicy aromas of dried herb and basil, followed by tones of wild raspberry and cassis. The palate's freshness would pair with cheese-based appetizers.",,16,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo di Santa Tresa 2011 Frappato (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-santa-tresa-2011-italian-red-frappato-sicilia/,Frappato,2011,Feudo di Santa Tresa 13,White,Italy,"This oxidative style of Grillo shows notes of candied fruit, dried apricot, honey and toasted almond. It will appeal to those who enjoy bold, creamy wines.",Carolina Marengo,20,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudi del Pisciotto 2010 Carolina Marengo Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-pisciotto-2010-carolina-marengo-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2010,Feudi del Pisciotto 13,Red,US,"Delicate and pretty, this has a pale cherry flavor, with light but proportionate tannins. It fades a bit quickly, offering a final hint of milk chocolate.",Prince Hill 777,50,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Erath 2010 Prince Hill 777 Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2010-prince-hill-777-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Erath 13.5,Red,Italy,"Scurati Nero d'Avola delivers easy tones of red fruit and cherry, with slight shadings of tobacco and wet earth. There is an herbal note as well, and the mouthfeel is vibrant and fresh.",Scurati,15,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Ceuso 2010 Scurati Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceuso-2010-scurati-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Ceuso 13.5,Red,Italy,"Touches of ripe cherry and strawberry emerge at the front of the bouquet, followed by notes of cola and rum cake. The blend consists of Nero di Troia and Morellone, and the fruit is harvested according to biodynamic principles. Tight tannins appear on the finish.",,42,87,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Cefalicchio 2011 Red (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cefalicchio-2011-red-puglia/,Red Blend,2011,Cefalicchio 13.5,White,Italy,"Made with biodynamically grown Moscato grapes, this fragrant white wine opens with honey, white flower and stone fruit aromas. The mouthfeel is creamy and rich, with a touch of sweetness on the finish.",Jalal,42,87,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Cefalicchio 2011 Jalal Moscato (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cefalicchio-2011-jalal-muscat-moscato-puglia/,Moscato,2011,Cefalicchio 15,Dessert,US,"Rich, with restrained intensity, this has aromas of toasted graham-cracker crumb, spiced orange marmalade, peach preserves and wilted rose. It feels slightly pudgy on the midpalate, with a tapering finish that ends on a buttered-caramel note.",Late Harvest,30,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2010 Late Harvest Petit Manseng (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2010-late-harvest-other-white-petit-manseng-virginia/,Petit Manseng,2010,Tarara 13.2,White,US,"This bears clean and crisp pear flavors, along with notes of jicama, green apple and lemon rind. It offers good detail in an elegant, unassuming style.",Estate Grown,16,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2010 Estate Grown Pinot Gris (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-vineyards-2010-estate-grown-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Melrose 13.1,White,US,"Pure, intense aromas of grass, melon, gooseberry and underripe peach hit the nose with vibrancy. Alert acids shoot across the light- to medium-bodied palate with great precision, keeping the palate frisky. A note of liquid stone and a spritz of lemon keep the finish clean.",Avenius,24,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Linden 2011 Avenius Sauvignon Blanc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/linden-2011-avenius-sauvignon-blanc-virginia/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Linden 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a powerful and loaded wine made from the Mantonico grape that features intense aromas of apricot, honey and almond. The palate shows a creamy texture and a spicy finish.",Efeso,25,87,Southern Italy,Val di Neto,,Librandi 2010 Efeso Mantonico (Val di Neto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/librandi-2010-efeso-italian-white-mantonico-val-neto/,Mantonico,2010,Librandi 13,Red,Italy,"Maiana is a Negroamaro-based wine (with 10% Malvasia Nera) that shows extremely ripe fruit, with tones of blackberry jam and maraschino. The finish is smooth and soft.",Maiana,13,87,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Leone de Castris 2011 Maiana Red (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leone-castris-2011-maiana-red-salice-salentino/,Red Blend,2011,Leone de Castris 13,Red,Italy,"The traditional formula for Salice Salentino red wines is based on Negroamaro, with a smaller percentage of Malvasia Nera. This pretty expression shows notes of bright fruit, sour cherry, white almond and a touch of tangy sweetness on the finish.",Arcangelo,15,87,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Palamà 2010 Arcangelo Red (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palama-2010-arcangelo-red-salice-salentino/,Red Blend,2010,Palamà 11.5,Dessert,US,"This tastes of dried apple and pear, drizzled with honey. It has 10.4% residual sugar, proving to have the right level of sweetness without being cloying. This is a fine choice to pair with apple- or pear-based desserts.",Late-Harvest,24,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Madroña 2008 Late-Harvest Riesling (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrona-2008-late-harvest-riesling-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Riesling,2008,Madroña 13.5,Red,Italy,"A fine wine to enjoy while watching a football game or a good movie, this Merlot washes down easily, offering bright cherry, plum and mild spice flavors.",,10,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2011 Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2011-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2011,Feudo Arancio 14,White,Italy,"This creamy Vermentino offers aromas of peach, exotic fruit, honey, pine nut and chopped herb. There's a touch of green fruit, kiwi and basil as well.",Albithia,24,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Sardegna,,Feudi della Medusa 2009 Albithia (Vermentino di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-della-medusa-2009-albithia-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-sardegna/,Vermentino,2009,Feudi della Medusa 13.5,Red,Italy,"This pure expression of Frappato offers savory notes of cassis and cured meat, followed by prune and dark plum accents. It's a dark and concentrated interpretation of this grape.",Carolina Marengo,21,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudi del Pisciotto 2010 Carolina Marengo Frappato (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-pisciotto-2010-carolina-marengo-italian-red-frappato-sicilia/,Frappato,2010,Feudi del Pisciotto 14,White,Italy,"Clean and polished, this Chardonnay opens with very subtle tones of vanilla, peach and passion fruit. There's just enough structure to create rich, creamy sensations.",Schietto,19,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Principi di Spadafora 2010 Schietto Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principi-spadafora-2010-schietto-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2010,Principi di Spadafora ,White,Italy,"This blend of Grecanico and Viognier offers a generous bouquet with exotic fruit, pineapple, white flower and dusty talc powder. The wine also shows creamy thickness in the mouth.",Seligo,25,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Settesoli 2011 Seligo White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/settesoli-2011-seligo-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Settesoli ,Red,Italy,"From one of Sicily's most powerful wine co-ops, this blend of Syrah and Nero d'Avola offers pretty fruit intensity, with layers of red cherry and blackberry. Subtle tones of spice, leather and bitter almond fill in the back.",Seligo,30,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Settesoli 2011 Seligo Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/settesoli-2011-seligo-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2011,Settesoli 13,Red,Italy,"Now boasting a stylish, revamped label, La Segreta—one of Sicily's most popular value wines—offers chewy red fruit and cherry flavors, followed by bright acidity and a bitter almond note. Pair it with grilled sausages and onion rings.",La Segreta,15,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2011 La Segreta Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2011-segreta-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2011,Planeta 14,Red,Italy,"This opens with pretty fruit tones of cherry and blackberry, with subtle tones of spice and rum cake in the background.",,16,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Colosi 2011 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colosi-2011-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2011,Colosi 11.5,White,US,"VS stands for “Vouvray Style,” a nod to the Loire Valley. Notes of citrus and mineral stand out first, seeming almost tart, like a squeeze of lemon, followed by a touch of almond. Pair this with seafood, especially scallops or raw oysters.",VS,24,87,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Clarksburg Wine Company 2010 VS Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarksburg-wine-company-2010-vs-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Clarksburg Wine Company 14.9,Red,US,"This tastes like melted milk chocolate and blackberry jam spread on buttered cinnamon toast, drizzled with some anisette liqueur and sprinkled with black pepper. It's lusty, robust, high in alcohol and sweet, and it will pair well with barbecue.",Estate Bottled,25,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,La Storia 2011 Estate Bottled Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storia-2011-estate-bottled-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2011,La Storia 13.7,Red,US,"Robust and flavorful, this offers plenty of blackberry jam flavor, with notes of salt and oak, plus powerful acidity. Doesn't seem like an ager, so drink now with grilled meats.",Salinian Block,34,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,La Honda Winery 2010 Salinian Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/honda-winery-2010-salinian-block-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,La Honda Winery 12.5,Red,US,"Here's an elegant, low alcohol wine that's supertoasty and bone dry, with barrel notes that almost completely disguise the delicate cherry fruit.",Shea Vineyard,55,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Raptor Ridge 2011 Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raptor-ridge-2011-shea-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2011,Raptor Ridge 14,Red,Chile,"This is crisp, with a floral aroma and minerality on the nose. It's lively and solid in structure, with dark fruit, coffee and bitter chocolate flavors. Things become more herbal upon closer inspection, with some warmth on the finish.",Selección del Directorio Gran Reserva,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Helena 2011 Selección del Directorio Gran Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-helena-2011-seleccion-directorio-gran-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2011,Santa Helena 14.5,Red,Chile,"Typical of Chilean Carmenère, this deals a mixture of herb, spice, olive and gritty berry aromas. The palate feels racy and it scrapes, while the flavor profile is defined by toast, black fruits, green-leaning herbs and licorice. It's full in feel, and it tastes minty and spicy on the finish.",1865 Single Vineyard,19,87,Maule Valley,,,San Pedro 2010 1865 Single Vineyard Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2010-1865-single-vineyard-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2010,San Pedro 13.5,White,Chile,"The applesauce and tropical aromas are clean, and the palate feels tangy, with a cirtusy pop. Flavorwise, there's citrus pith, lime, papaya and banana notes that reflect both the soft Viognier and the zesty Sauvignon Blanc. Crisp and chalky on the finish.",Reserve Viognier-Sauvignon Blanc,11,87,Curicó Valley,,,Junta 2011 Reserve Viognier-Sauvignon Blanc White (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/junta-2011-reserve-viognier-sauvignon-blanc-white-curico-valley/,White Blend,2011,Junta 14.3,Red,US,"A bit tough and gritty, with a less-than-ripe green tomato flavor alongside the notes of cherry and pomegranate. Oaky richness adds sweetness and texture to this wine. It's not going anywhere, but the acid-tannin structure and minerality are pleasurable. Give it a decant and enjoy.",Stony Point Vineyard Estate,35,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,James Family Cellars 2010 Stony Point Vineyard Estate Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-family-cellars-2010-stony-point-vineyard-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,James Family Cellars 12.5,Red,France,"Banana and ripe red-berry notes create the attractive open of this bright wine. It comes with a raw edge, but if slightly chilled it would make for a fine apéritif.",Nouveau,10,87,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Henry Fessy 2012 Nouveau (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-fessy-2012-nouveau-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2012,Henry Fessy 13,White,US,"Some extra barrel time and single vineyard status separate this wine from Erath's regular bottling. This has narrow flavors of green apple and white peach, not showing much new oak influence.",Quail Run,22,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Erath 2011 Quail Run Pinot Blanc (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2011-quail-run-pinot-blanc-southern/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Erath 13.5,Red,Italy,"This bold effort opens with notes of jammy blackberry and prune. It is soft and slightly sweet, with flavors of of plush fruit and cinnamon.",Pilùna,15,87,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Castello Monaci 2010 Pilùna Primitivo (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monaci-2010-piluna-zinfandel-primitivo-puglia/,Primitivo,2010,Castello Monaci ,Red,Italy,"A blend of Nero d'Avola and Nerello Cappuccio, this delivers a tangy, spicy feel, plus polished aromas of blackberry, almond and cured meat. Pair this easygoing selection with pepperoni pizza.",Calìo,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 2010 Calìo Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticultori-associati-canicatti-2010-calio-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 14.5,Red,Chile,"Hard and compact on the nose, this has aromas of mint, rubber, vanilla and metallic berry fruit. The palate feels tight as nails but deep, and the flavors suggest dark berry and plum along with herb. The finish is wiry in feel, with lemony acidity and flavors of licorice and carob.",Reserva Privada,15,87,Maule Valley,,,Viña Casas Patronales 2009 Reserva Privada Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-patronales-2009-reserva-privada-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Viña Casas Patronales 13,Red,France,"Ripe, round tannins give this full-bodied wine a rich feel. With its mouthful of bright red-cherry fruit, this is a delicious selection to drink now.",Eté Intense,13,87,Beaujolais,Côte de Brouilly,,Vignerons de Bel Air 2011 Eté Intense (Côte de Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-bel-air-2011-ete-intense-gamay-cote-brouilly/,Gamay,2011,Vignerons de Bel Air 12.5,White,Italy,"Elegant and pristine, this bears bright notes of citrus, honey, candied lemon, pear and peach. The wine is silky and fresh on the finish.",Colomba Platino,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2011 Colomba Platino Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2011-colomba-platino-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2011,Duca di Salaparuta ,Red,US,"A nice, easy Cabernet to drink now, this shows real class in its smooth texture and flavors of blackberries, blueberries, cherries and chocolate, nicely accented by sweet, smoky oak.",,45,87,California,Sonoma,Pine Mountain-Cloverdale Peak,Fleuron 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Pine Mountain-Cloverdale Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleuron-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-pine-mountain-cloverdale-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Fleuron 12.5,Red,France,"This is a well-balanced and rich wine, with its tannins and acids giving it a sense of structure. With its black cherry and plum skin flavors, this is firm and smooth.",Haute Ronze,15,87,Beaujolais,Régnié,,Domaine Dupré 2011 Haute Ronze (Régnié),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dupre-2011-haute-ronze-gamay-regnie/,Gamay,2011,Domaine Dupré 12.5,White,Italy,"A blend of white grapes indigenous to Sicily, this bright wine opens with citrus and stone fruit notes, plus drying aromas of talcum powder and crushed mineral. It is an easygoing wine with fresh acidity that would pair with trout or poached salmon.",Anthìlia,15,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Donnafugata 2011 Anthìlia White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2011-anthilia-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Donnafugata 13.5,Red,US,"Fruit tones of fig and raspberry are threaded with hints of sweat, turmeric, herb and cocoa. Medium in body, the palate has acids that feel slightly soft, with fine-grained tannins that add some support.",Octagon,50,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Barboursville Vineyards 2008 Octagon Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-2008-octagon-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Barboursville Vineyards 12.5,White,Italy,"A 50-50 blend of Inzolia and Viognier, this feels slender and tight on the palate, with a drying note of talcum powder behind the flavors of citrus, honeysuckle and stone fruit.",Barbazzale,14,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cottanera 2011 Barbazzale White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottanera-2011-barbazzale-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Cottanera 13.5,Red,France,"Rich and fruity, this is full of red berry and black plum fruits, sustained by dense, powerful tannins. The wine manages to balance freshness with a solid, dry core.",Cèdre Heritage,17,87,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château du Cèdre 2010 Cèdre Heritage Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cedre-2010-cedre-heritage-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2010,Château du Cèdre 12.5,White,France,"Using fruit sourced from vineyards close to Cahors, this is a rich, soft, tropical-fruit-flavored wine that shows how the Mediterranean influence reaches this inland area. It is rich, with notes of apricot, green plum and mango. Ready to drink.",Albatros,15,87,Southwest France,Lot,,Château de Cénac 2011 Albatros Chardonnay-Viognier (Lot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cenac-2011-albatros-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-lot/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2011,Château de Cénac 10.6,White,US,"Seemingly as tart as a Riesling can get despite having residual sugar of 1.2%, this lemony lip-smacker shows good concentration. It would be a gem with the right foods, but on its own, the searingly tart acids may be too much for most tasters.",Nicholas Estate Dry,22,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Anam Cara 2011 Nicholas Estate Dry Riesling (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anam-cara-2011-nicholas-estate-dry-riesling-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Riesling,2011,Anam Cara 13,White,US,"A spicy wine with crisp acidity and ample texture, this Alsace-style white would stand up to spice-driven noodles.",,16,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Highway 128 2011 Gewürztraminer (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highway-128-2011-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Gewürztraminer,2011,Highway 128 13.2,White,US,"Aged for 14 months in stainless steel with lees influence, this Viognier is expressive of peach, flower, mineral and crème fraîche. It doesn't pack the flamboyance that many Viognier's do; instead, it demonstrates poise, bearing medium body and balanced acidity. A minerally tang and a squirt of blood orange accent the finish.",Reserve,30,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Barboursville Vineyards 2010 Reserve Viognier (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-2010-reserve-viognier-virginia/,Viognier,2010,Barboursville Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"Aged in 60-gallon barriques crafted by the Piemontese cooper Gamba, this has oak-influenced notes of cherry, strawberry preserves, pastis, nutmeg and leather. Medium to full bodied, this wine feels round on entrance, with its tannins and acids picking up steam as it progresses across the palate. The long, tangy finish tastes of bloody meat.",Reserve,35,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Barboursville Vineyards 2009 Reserve Nebbiolo (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-2009-reserve-nebbiolo-virginia/,Nebbiolo,2009,Barboursville Vineyards 14,Red,US,"From its inky black color, you can tell that this is a big wine, and one sip confirms that impression. This is dry, full bodied and tannic, with explosive blackberry and raisin flavors as well as an edge of crisped beef. It's a little rustic, and the sweet fruit suggests pairing it with barbecue and roasted meat.",,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,B Side 2010 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-side-2010-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2010,B Side 13,Red,US,"The bouquet of this wine leads with a note of smoky strawberry, followed by scents of raspberry, anise, toasted baguette and cocoa. It has mouth-clenching tannins that are typical of young, Nebbiolo-based wines, plus penetrating acids and an underlying sense of finesse. Dried herb and rock-like mineral inflections mark the finish.",,20,87,Virginia,Monticello,,Autumn Hill 2010 Nebbiolo (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/autumn-hill-2010-nebbiolo-monticello/,Nebbiolo,2010,Autumn Hill ,Sparkling,US,"Allure is a line of carbonated sparkling wines from Bronco Wine Company. This is bubbly and crisp, with sweet raspberry, cream and vanilla flavors.",Bubbly Pink,15,87,California,California Other,California,Allure NV Bubbly Pink Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allure-nv-bubbly-pink-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,,Allure 10,Sparkling,US,"An easy to like wine, this shows Moscato's orange fruit flavors, with the scouring carbonation of soda. It's very sweet, clean and appealing, and with only 10% alcohol by volume, it's the perfect beach wine.",Bubbly,15,87,California,California Other,California,Allure NV Bubbly Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allure-nv-bubbly-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,,Allure 13,Red,US,"Tart and spicy, this is loaded with flavors of raspberry and cherry pie, lightly dusted with accents of cocoa powder. The result is a pretty, slightly candied, ready-to-drink Pinot Noir.",,20,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,A to Z 2011 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-to-z-2011-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,A to Z 14.2,Red,US,"Dry and crisp in acidity, with a silky texture, this is a polished Pinot Noir for drinking now. It has a rich array of cherry pie and sweet oak flavors, with earthier notes of pomegranate and cola.",Two Birds Estate,68,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arista 2010 Two Birds Estate Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2010-two-birds-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Arista 13.5,Red,Italy,"This bright Nero di Troia represents the values of the natural wine movement in southern Italy. Organically farmed fruit shows simple aromas of cherry and wild berry, matched with a pristine, polished mouthfeel.",,22,87,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Antica Enotria 2009 Uva di Troia (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-enotria-2009-italian-red-uva-troia-puglia/,Uva di Troia,2009,Antica Enotria 13,Red,France,"A red-fruited wine, this is a bright and crisp selection from the lightest of the Beaujolais cru villages. Its acidity cuts through the soft fruit flavors, and it has touch of tannin. Ready to drink.",,16,87,Beaujolais,Régnié,,Château de Pizay 2011 Régnié,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pizay-2011-gamay-regnie/,Gamay,2011,Château de Pizay 13,White,France,"Smooth and rich, this 50-50 blend of Gros Manseng and Petit Manseng has ripe flavors of peach and kiwi that are layered with acidity and hints of herb and honey. It's fruity, but it also shows a mineral-driven structure.",Fantaisie,20,87,Southwest France,Jurançon Sec,,Château de Jurque 2011 Fantaisie (Jurançon Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jurque-2011-fantaisie-white-blend-gros-petit-manseng-jurancon-sec/,Gros and Petit Manseng,2011,Château de Jurque 14,Red,France,"New wood aromas and flavors make this selection seem dominated by toast, giving it a dry, tannic character. The ripe plum fruit is submerged and is likely to surface only after 3–4 years of aging when a powerful, upfront wine will emerge.",,18,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château l'Argenteyre 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-largenteyre-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château l'Argenteyre 14,Red,Italy,"Plump, rich and meaty, this Syrah offers ripe fruit aromas of blackberry and prune, followed by tobacco and wet earth notes. It will appeal to those consumers who appreciate a bold, chewy style.",,21,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cambria 2009 Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2009,Cambria 13.5,White,Chile,"This is a punchy wine that's fresh on the nose. The palate sports a viscous feel that's related to Viognier and Chardonnay, while the Sauvignon Blanc and Sauvignon Gris in the blend bring a citrus-like quality and an asparagus flavor. The finish quickly loses steam.",Quinta Generación,28,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2010 Quinta Generación White (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2010-quinta-generacion-white-colchagua-valley/,White Blend,2010,Casa Silva 14.9,Red,US,"Scents of sour plum and truffle lead into a tight wine that offers tart red-cherry, plum and earth flavors. There's a hint of funk and a metalic streak running through the tannins. Two bottles tasted.",Estate,28,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Watermill 2009 Estate Mourvèdre (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/watermill-2009-estate-mourvedre-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Mourvèdre,2009,Watermill 13.5,White,Chile,"Clean and minerally on the nose, but it's not very aromatic or exciting. The palate is fresh and tangy, with orange, lemon, green apple and mild spice flavors. The longer the wine sits, the more its acidity and raciness take over. Crisp and bone dry.",Reserva Especial,17,87,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2011 Reserva Especial Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2011-reserva-especial-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Viña Tabalí 13.6,White,US,"Mouthwatering acidity and streamlined flavors of green grass, Meyer lemon and grapefruit mark this dry Sauvignon Blanc. It's a versatile wine to drink now with everything from Asian-fusion fare to a simple roasted chicken.",Five Clones,27,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Worthy 2010 Five Clones Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/worthy-2010-five-clones-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Worthy 12.5,White,Italy,"Messapia is a solid and pretty expression of Verdeca, offering a supercrisp citrus note, followed by pear and white flower touches. Pair it with sushi or smoked salmon.",Messapia,16,86,Southern Italy,Salento,,Leone de Castris 2011 Messapia Verdeca (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leone-castris-2011-messapia-italian-white-verdeca-salento/,Verdeca,2011,Leone de Castris 14.4,White,US,"This shows a tart, green gooseberry flavor that is similar to New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Other notes include tropical fruit, orange and honey. Unoaked, with a splash of Muscat, this has commendable dryness and acidity.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Envolve 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envolve-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Envolve 12.5,White,Austria,"A creamy style of Sauvignon Blanc, this has flavors of ripe citrus and pineapple. It has a bite of acidity that adds lightness and freshness. Fully of juicy flavors, this is ready to drink now.",Rotenpüllen,20,86,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2011 Rotenpüllen Sauvignon Blanc (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2011-rotenpullen-sauvignon-blanc-niederosterreich/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Pratsch 14.5,White,US,"The oak is a bit heavy-handed in its buttered toast and caramel flavors. Underneath that veneer is a perfectly nice Chardonnay that has clean, tart citrus, pear and green apple flavors.",,38,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mi Sueño 2009 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2009-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Mi Sueño 13.7,White,US,"This demonstrates Viognier's typical full, fleshy, intensely flavored palate, with tropical flavors of kiwi and bitter papaya seed, plus an ultraripe note of honeydew and a hint of flower.",Vinecroft Vineyard,25,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Pearmund 2011 Vinecroft Vineyard Viognier (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pearmund-2011-vinecroft-vineyard-viognier-virginia/,Viognier,2011,Pearmund 12.5,Red,France,"Firm and tight, this is a wine that is still shaking off its baby tannins. Open this a few minutes before drinking, and its fruitiness will pair well with food. The finish is bright with acidity.",Bel Air Nouveau,,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Vignerons de Bel Air 2012 Bel Air Nouveau (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-bel-air-2012-air-nouveau-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2012,Vignerons de Bel Air 13,Red,France,"This wine is mostly comprised of Merlot that was sourced from 30 different parcels. It is smooth and ripe, with red berry fruits, soft tannins and attractive acids. From the hands of top consultant Stéphane Derenoncourt, this simple Bordeaux has character and style.",,15,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Les Parcelles de Stéphane Derenoncourt 2011 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parcelles-stephane-derenoncourt-2011-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Les Parcelles de Stéphane Derenoncourt 13,Red,Italy,"There's a touch of ripe fruit followed by prune and dark tobacco. This Nero d'Avola is smooth and soft on the palate, with a touch of ripe fruit, plus notes of prune and dark tobacco. It would pair well with spicy chicken wings.",Caleo,10,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Botter 2011 Caleo Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botter-2011-caleo-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2011,Botter 11,Sparkling,US,"The bottle looks like it's wrapped in leopard fur. The wine is off-dry, clean and simple, with crisp flavors of raspberries, strawberries, honey and vanilla.",Brut,30,85,California,California Other,California,Moreno BHLV NV Brut Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moreno-bhlv-nv-brut-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Moreno BHLV 14,Red,Chile,"Spicy, dry and leafy aromas control the lightweight bouquet. The palate on this wine feels dry and raw, while a buttery oak note supports the herbal, spicy and brambly flavors and the fiery, short finish.",Reserve,12,84,Maipo Valley,,,Tres Palacios 2010 Reserve Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-palacios-2010-reserve-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Tres Palacios 13.5,Red,France,"This firmly tannic wine has all the structure of 2010 without the fruit. It's a skeleton without flesh, and it will be unlikely to soften in the coming years.",,25,84,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château la Gorre 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gorre-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Gorre 14.5,White,US,"Tasting on the sweet side, this has notes of brown sugar, honey and vanilla. It's clean and vibrant in acidity, with rich flavors of pineapple jam and ripe orange.",Whiplash,11,84,California,California Other,California,Jamieson Ranch 2010 Whiplash Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamieson-ranch-2010-whiplash-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Jamieson Ranch 12.9,White,US,"This has oak, green apple, lime and mineral flavors that finish dry and acidic. A sound wine that lacks richness.",,24,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,La Honda Winery 2010 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/honda-winery-2010-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2010,La Honda Winery 13.6,White,US,A simple Sauvignon Blanc that tastes of cantaloupe. Serve it at a big outdoor party or any other time the focus is not entirely on the wine.,,12,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Cable Car 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cable-car-2011-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Cable Car 14.5,Red,France,"This wine has a barnyard flavor, and its black currant fruit shows a bitter edge. The tannins are firm and dry, likely to soften with age.",,24,84,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château d'Escurac 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-descurac-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château d'Escurac 14.1,Red,US,"Light in body and tart in acids, this bone-dry Pinot Noir shows modest flavors of cherry skins, red apple peelings and cola.",Lot 326,16,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Cameron Hughes 2010 Lot 326 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2010-lot-326-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Cameron Hughes 13.5,White,US,"Made in the popular style, this Chardonnay has zesty acidity that gives brightness to the orange, pear, peach and tropical fruit flavors.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Tin Roof 2011 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-roof-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Tin Roof 13.5,Red,Chile,"This is a fairly lean and acidic wine, with dry cranberry and herb aromas. The palate is drying and wiry, with a peppery, herbal red-fruit flavor, plus a bit of rubber on the finish.",,10,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Terrapura 2011 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrapura-2011-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2011,Terrapura 14,White,Chile,"Melony and green on the nose, with an asparagus note. The palate sports enough acidity to keep it afloat, but the flavors shift quickly from lime and melon to peas and asparagus.",Reserva Privada,15,83,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Casas Patronales 2010 Reserva Privada Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-patronales-2010-reserva-privada-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Viña Casas Patronales 13,Red,US,A dilute wine with a touch of pale cherry fruit. It turns woody on the finish.,Private Reserve,40,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Deer Creek 2011 Private Reserve Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deer-creek-2011-private-reserve-pinot-noir-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Deer Creek 13,White,US,"Mild in fragrance, the nose offers hints of peanut shell, waxy melon and white peach, with a faint thread of orange zest. It feels soft and relaxed on entrance, but the acidity gains vitality across the palate, finishing zesty and light.",,19,83,Virginia,Virginia,,CrossKeys 2011 Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crosskeys-2011-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2011,CrossKeys 13.5,Red,Chile,"The nose is a bit prickly and jumpy, with a candied red-fruit aroma. On the palate, there's some grab and stickiness along with flavors of mint, woo-driven spice and berry fruit. It loses some character on the finish.",,8,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Sombras del Sol 2011 Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sombras-sol-2011-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2011,Sombras del Sol 12,Red,France,"Full, ripe and fruity, this is Nouveau upfront. It has a delicious juicy character thats sustained with some tannins. It has a bright, crisp finish that's flooded with a cherry flavor.",Domaine de Rochecorbière Nouveau,8.49,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Signé Vigneron 2012 Domaine de Rochecorbière Nouveau (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2012-domaine-rochecorbiere-nouveau-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2012,Signé Vigneron 14.5,Red,US,"This is aggressive in texture, with lots of tart acidity and sandpapery tannins. There are some less-than-ripe wintergreen flavors alongside the cherry fruit. Drink now.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Red Pony Ranch 2010 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-pony-ranch-2010-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Red Pony Ranch 12.5,Sparkling,Austria,"This medium-sweet, fruity wine has just the right amount of sparkle. It's as bright as a spring day, with a touch of crispness to keep it fresh.",Frizzante Halbtrocken Rosé,17,84,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Pratsch NV Frizzante Halbtrocken Rosé Sparkling (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-nv-frizzante-halbtrocken-rose-sparkling-osterreichischer-sekt/,Sparkling Blend,,Pratsch 12.5,Rose,Austria,"Bright, light, fresh and fruity, this is a perfect apéritif. It has red berry fruit and crisp acidity, and it is smoothed with a touch of vanilla. The herbal finish has bite.",,13,84,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2011 Rosé (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2011-rose-niederosterreich/,Rosé,2011,Pratsch 12.5,White,Italy,"This light expression of Grillo opens with a pungent almond aroma, followed by citrus and stone fruit notes. A light, lean mouthfeel gives this wine a bright, lively personality.",,10,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenimenti Zabù 2011 Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-zabu-2011-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2011,Tenimenti Zabù 14,Red,Chile,"Light in color, this has a nose that's defined by a leafy, herbal red-fruit aroma and a rubbery scent. The palate is light in feel and drying, with a spicy, dry red-fruit flavor and a buttery oak tone. Mellow and leafy on the finish.",Reserve,12,84,Maipo Valley,,,Tres Palacios 2010 Reserve Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-palacios-2010-reserve-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2010,Tres Palacios 12.5,Red,France,"Light and fruity, this has a red cherry flavor that's filled with refreshing acidity. The banana flavor from the fermentation is a little too prominent, but this is still a bright, ready-to-drink selection.",Cuvée Rochebonne,15,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Trenel Fils 2011 Cuvée Rochebonne (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trenel-fils-2011-cuvee-rochebonne-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2011,Trenel Fils 13,White,Chile,"Orange and lime aromas control the nose on this spritzy, tangy wine that literally shows bubbles in the glass. The flavors are lemony and sharp, with a grassy accent. Tasted twice.",Coastal Cool Climate,15,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Lomas del Valle 2011 Coastal Cool Climate Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lomas-valle-2011-coastal-cool-climate-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Lomas del Valle 12.5,Red,France,"This has an intense aroma that's almost overpowering, leading to a wine that is firm and dry. Its red cherry flavor is dominated by dense tannins. The perfumed character, joined by acidity, remains on the finish.",Domaine Pardon Cuvée de l'Ermitage,16,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Pardon et Fils 2011 Domaine Pardon Cuvée de l'Ermitage (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pardon-fils-2011-domaine-cuvee-lermitage-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2011,Pardon et Fils 12.5,White,US,"Crisp, citrusy acidity gives a sense of balance to the honey-sweet lime, lemon and pear flavors. It's an easy wine to drink now.",Drama Queen,11,84,California,California Other,California,Middle Sister NV Drama Queen Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/middle-sister-nv-drama-queen-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,,Middle Sister 10.5,White,Italy,"Fiore is engineered to deliver fresh and easy sensations of white flower and citrus. The lean, zesty mouthfeel would work with fried calamari.",Fiore,,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Corvo 2011 Fiore White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corvo-2011-fiore-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Corvo 13.5,Red,France,"Attractive red fruits and soft tannins make this ripe, lightly structured wine easy to drink. There are hints of herbs and red berry fruits, with a touch of dryness on the finish. Drink now.",La Fleur d'Amélie,15,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château de Sours 2010 La Fleur d'Amélie (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sours-2010-fleur-damelie-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Sours 13,Red,US,"Sharp and jammy, this has raspberry, peppermint and white pepper flavors. The name means “little kisses” in Spanish.",,15,84,California,California Other,California,Besitos NV Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/besitos-nv-red-other/,Red Blend,,Besitos 12,Red,France,"As fresh and fruity as any Nouveau should be, this also comes with a tang of black-currant-skin-like tannin as well as red cherry fruit.",Nouveau,11,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Joseph Drouhin 2012 Nouveau (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2012-nouveau-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2012,Joseph Drouhin 13.5,Red,US,"An everyday Cabernet, this has blackberry, plum and oak flavors. It's dry and full-bodied, and it will satisfy red wine drinkers at parties.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Cambridge & Sunset 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambridge-sunset-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Cambridge & Sunset 13,Red,US,"A light wine, this shows mostly flavors of earth, forest floor and dried wood, rather than fruit. The finish leaves a sour aftertaste.",,20,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Brella 2010 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brella-2010-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Brella 12.5,Red,France,"Banana and ripe red-berry flavors are attractive and bright. It has a slight raw edge due to its youthfulness, but it would make for a juicy apéritif if lightly chilled.",Les Grandes Coasses Nouveau,,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Paul Durdilly 2012 Les Grandes Coasses Nouveau (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-durdilly-2012-grandes-coasses-nouveau-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2012,Paul Durdilly 12.5,White,US,"White balsamic and beeswax notes pop against the backdrop of white fruit and bitter papaya seed. Medium to full in body, the palate starts out a bit flat, but the acids become more prominent as the wine progresses to the finish, ultimately ending with a tangy, minerally kick.",,16,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Jefferson Vineyards 2011 Pinot Gris (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jefferson-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-virginia/,Pinot Gris,2011,Jefferson Vineyards 12,Red,France,"This has juicy cherry and banana flavors, plus smoky tannins that give this wine a structure that's unusual for Beaujolais Nouveau. The acidity is just right, lending the finish freshness.",Nouveau,9,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Jean-Claude Debeaune 2012 Nouveau (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-debeaune-2012-nouveau-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2012,Jean-Claude Debeaune 13.2,White,US,"Fermented in neutral French oak barrels and allowed to mature on its lees for eight months, this Viognier is expressive of toasty, flaky piecrust, papaya, melon and a touch of turmeric. It shows some viscosity on the palate, with an almost oily texture, but the bright acids are invigorating, driving the wine to a nutty finish.",,25,84,Virginia,Monticello,,Keswick Vineyards 2011 Viognier (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keswick-2011-viognier-monticello/,Viognier,2011,Keswick Vineyards 12.2,White,US,"This eclectic mix of 42% Chardonnay, 28% Viognier, 19% Petit Manseng and 11% Pinot Gris smells a bit muddled, bearing notes of peach, apricot and the paper-thin crust of caramelized sugar on a crème brûlée. It feels easy-going and unassuming, lacking some depth, but would be a good wine to pair with honey-glazed grilled chicken.",Boneyard,15,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2011 Boneyard White (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2011-boneyard-white-virginia/,White Blend,2011,Tarara 12.5,White,US,"The Moscato-sipping crowd will like this wine. It's crisp and off-dry, with honey, tangerine and vanilla flavors, plus zesty acidity.",Private Selection,11,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 2011 Private Selection Riesling (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2011-private-selection-riesling-central-coast/,Riesling,2011,Robert Mondavi 14,Red,Chile,"This opens with prickly herbal-plum and red-fruit aromas. The palate feels blocky, with thick tannins, and the flavor profile offers black fruit in front of a resiny, dry finish that comes with overt oak influence.",Reserve,10,84,Curicó Valley,,,V Norte 2011 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-norte-2011-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,V Norte 13.9,Red,US,"This has a white pepper flavor, plus acids and green tannins that join forces to make the palate feel jagged. With its berry and currant flavors, this needs to be paired with rich meats and cheeses for balance.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Dancing Bull 2011 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dancing-bull-2011-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2011,Dancing Bull 12.5,Red,Italy,"A simple expression of Nerello Mascalese, this shows notes of bright, slightly bitter berries, with a drying mineral sensation at the back.",,15,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Colosi 2009 Nerello Mascalese (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colosi-2009-italian-red-nerello-mascalese-sicilia/,Nerello Mascalese,2009,Colosi 13.6,White,US,"Slight in aroma at first, this wine slowly reveals a waft of lemon. It's light in flavor, and it delivers crispness, with a hint of oak on the finish.",,11,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Insatiable 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/insatiable-2011-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Insatiable 13,White,US,"Rich with aromas and flavors of blonde butterscotch, tropical fruit, white flower and honeyed nut, this wine feels slightly flat on entrance, with a pudgy texture. The acids ultimately surface on the finish.",Reserve,25,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2011 Reserve Viognier (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2011-reserve-viognier-virginia/,Viognier,2011,Tarara 12.5,White,US,"Simple, crisp and clean, this tastes like grapefruit juice, and a squeeze of lime, plus hints of honey and vanilla.",Private Selection,11,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 2011 Private Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2011-private-selection-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Robert Mondavi 12.5,White,US,"This shows brisk, mouthwatering Central Coast acidity, which brightens the slightly sweet lemon and lime flavors.",Private Selection,11,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 2011 Private Selection Pinot Grigio (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2011-private-selection-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Robert Mondavi 14.5,Red,Chile,"This is bold and bullish, but also acidic and raw in feel. The opening berry aroma conveys a wild side, and the mouth is racy and grating, with the feel of fruit skin and flavors of plum and cherry. This captures the rugged, hard-core side of Maule Carignan.",T.H.,25,84,Maule Valley,,,Undurraga 2010 T.H. Carignan (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2010-th-carignan-maule-valley/,Carignan,2010,Undurraga 11.5,Sparkling,US,"This blush sparkling wine is made from Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir and Moscato, offering simple, slightly sweet flavors of raspberries, oranges, vanilla, smoke and yeast. The bubbles scour the palate a bit.",Ca' Rosa,18,84,California,California Other,California,Ca' Momi NV Ca' Rosa Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-nv-rosa-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Ca' Momi 12,Red,France,"Light in color, this shows red cherry and strawberry flavors. The tannins are soft, creating an easy wine that is ready to drink.",,10,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Barton & Guestier 2011 Beaujolais,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2011-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2011,Barton & Guestier 12.5,White,Italy,Winemakers Mark Shannon and Elvezia Sbalchiero have crafted a light blend of Fiano and Greco with loads of lemon and lime flavors at the front. The palate is superlean and bright.,,10,84,Southern Italy,Puglia,,A Mano 2011 White (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-mano-2011-white-puglia/,White Blend,2011,A Mano 14.2,Red,US,"Cherry, cola and pomegranate flavors mark this dry, silky Pinot Noir. It's a little soft and simple.",Harper's Rest,75,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arista 2010 Harper's Rest Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2010-harpers-rest-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Arista 13.9,Red,US,"Simple and robust, dry and full-bodied. A little on the thin side, but there are some decent sour cherry candy and red currant flavors.",Reserve,15,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Angeline 2011 Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2011-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2011,Angeline 13.5,Red,France,"An obviously wood-aged wine, this shows a bitter toast character. The fruit is lean, struggling to show through the dark chocolate flavor. It has an austere finish, which is mitigated by its final acidity.",,20,84,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Le Bourdieu 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-bourdieu-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Le Bourdieu 13.9,White,US,"This Chardonnay has flavors of jammy tangerine, peach, tropical fruit and white sugar.",,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ca' Momi 2011 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-2011-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Ca' Momi 12.5,White,US,"This Harlequin has a faint scent of lemon liqueur that's offset by a white pepper note. The medium-weight palate offers a lemon blossom hint, and it finishes on the short side.",Harlequin Reserve,26,84,Virginia,Monticello,,Veritas 2011 Harlequin Reserve Chardonnay (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veritas-2011-harlequin-reserve-chardonnay-monticello/,Chardonnay,2011,Veritas 14.5,White,US,"Oaky and slightly sweet, this has vanilla, orange and oak flavors. It's a clean wine, but nothing beyond average.",SLH Estate,25,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Hahn 2011 SLH Estate Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2011-slh-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2011,Hahn 13,Rose,France,"Full bodied and rich, this has flavors of spice, red plum and caramel. It's quite heavy and dense, so drink it with food.",Pigmentum Rosé,12,84,Southwest France,Lot,,Georges Vigouroux 2011 Pigmentum Rosé Malbec (Lot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2011-pigmentum-rose-malbec-lot/,Malbec,2011,Georges Vigouroux 12.5,White,Italy,"This 50-50 blend of Inzolia and Catarratto opens with aromas of white flower and honey, followed by a fat, thick palate.",Baglio del Sole,8,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudi del Pisciotto 2011 Baglio del Sole White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-pisciotto-2011-baglio-sole-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Feudi del Pisciotto 12,White,Italy,"Fresh and lean, with mineral notes of brimstone and crushed granite, this blend of Caricante and Catarratto shows its volcanic origins. The finish is characterized by dried hay and herb notes.",,25,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Murgo 2011 Etna,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murgo-2011-white-etna/,White Blend,2011,Murgo 13.9,White,US,"With its sugary flavors of oranges, guavas and vanilla, this will appeal to those who favor sweet white wines. Brisk, clean acidity fortunately provides balance.",Signature Selection Los Alamos Vineyard,15,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Bianchi 2011 Signature Selection Los Alamos Vineyard Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2011-signature-selection-los-alamos-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Bianchi 14.5,Red,US,"Sharp acidity and less-than-ripe green flavors are found in this Syrah, which was blended with a little Grenache. Notes of sour blackberry and cherry candy also surface, and it finishes bone dry.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2010 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2010,Robert Hall 14.2,White,US,"The winemaker aged this wine for 20 months in 100% new French oak, resulting in an oak-dominated product that bears notes of buttered toast, butterscotch and caramel. Green apple and pear flavors can be found, but they're basically swamped.",,45,84,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Super Sonoman 2010 Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/super-sonoman-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Super Sonoman 14.1,Red,US,"This dry, Syrah-based Rhône-style blend feels like a worthy effort, but the vintage had the final say, lending a vegetal note to the wine's berry and cherry flavors. Give it time in a decanter, as airing does help bring out richer notes of cola and licorice.",M5,28,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Margerum 2010 M5 Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2010-m5-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Margerum 13.5,Red,US,"Ripe and very dry, this has flavors of raisins, blackberries and dark chocolate, with a hint of smoky oak that adds richness.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,McManis 2011 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2011-merlot-other/,Merlot,2011,McManis 12.5,White,Chile,"Dusty, citrusy aromas form the greeting, while the palate is juicy in style, without much definition beyond zestiness. The flavors offer notes of papaya and nectarine. The finish sizzles for a moment, then fizzles.",La Palma,9,84,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2012 La Palma Sauvignon Blanc (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2012-palma-sauvignon-blanc-cachapoal-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Viña La Rosa 12,Dessert,Chile,"The nose on this Muscat is flat and smells like applesauce and peach syrup. Surprisingly, the palate is bright in feel, with ample acids and flavors of tangy peach, apricot and honey.",Artemisa Late Harvest,15,84,Itata Valley,,,Viña el Aromo 2010 Artemisa Late Harvest Muscat d'Alexandrie (Itata Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-el-aromo-2010-artemisa-late-harvest-muscat-dalexandrie-itata-valley/,Muscat d'Alexandrie,2010,Viña el Aromo 12.8,White,US,"This is a restrained example of Viognier, compared to the grape's exotic, expressive paradigm. It shows a slight bitterness on the nose and palate that's akin to crushed papaya seeds, with additional notes of lemon pulp and flower. Full and hefty, the acids lend lift, but the concentration of flavors could use a boost.",,20,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2011 Viognier (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2011-viognier-virginia/,Viognier,2011,Tarara 12,White,US,"White orchard-fruit aromas, like slow-cooked green apples and Barlett pears, are offset by flower and light spice accents. The palate is a little broad, but the wine finishes with a lemony, minerally tang.",,19,84,Virginia,Monticello,,Trump 2011 Viognier (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trump-2011-viognier-monticello/,Viognier,2011,Trump 13.8,White,US,"A Chardonnay with noticeable barrel influence, this is creamy and thick, with a baked apple flavor. Pair it with chicken in cream sauce or lobster and butter.",Heritage Collection,12,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 2011 Heritage Collection Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-2011-heritage-collection-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2011,Peirano 11,Sparkling,US,"An easy-drinking pink wine, this has sweet flavors of raspberry and cherry soda, honey and vanilla.",Rosé,30,84,California,California Other,California,Moreno BHLV NV Rosé Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moreno-bhlv-nv-rose-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Moreno BHLV 13,White,Chile,"The oily popcorn aromas are not a turn-off, but they do hint at the resiny, sticky palate. Flavors of honeyed white fruits, oak resin, vanilla and toast lead to a short finish with a sugar-like sweetness. Good, but confected and a touch mealy.",Reina Ana Reserva,12,84,Central Valley,,,Aguirre 2011 Reina Ana Reserva Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aguirre-2011-reina-ana-reserva-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Aguirre 13.5,White,US,Volatile aromas lead into fruit flavors that could be anything. It's more like Roussanne than Pinot Noir.,Le Jour Magique White,55,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 2010 Le Jour Magique White Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2010-le-jour-magique-white-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Erath 12.5,Rose,France,"A caramel-flavored blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, this also has fresh, fruity, red-berry-like acidity. Dry, crisp and fragrant.",Rosé,14,84,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Château Laulerie 2011 Rosé Red (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laulerie-2011-rose-red-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Laulerie 12.5,Rose,France,"Fruity and fresh, this tastes off dry. There is a touch of yeastiness that blows off, leaving wild strawberry and citrus flavors, with a soft, creamy finish.",,18,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Rosé,,Château de Sours 2011 Rosé (Bordeaux Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sours-2011-rose-rose/,Rosé,2011,Château de Sours 13,White,US,"This delivers plenty of easy pineapple, orange and pear fruit flavors, with touches of vanilla and buttercream.",,20,84,California,California Other,California,Bota Box 2011 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bota-box-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Bota Box 14.5,Red,US,"The grapes used for this wine were grown in warm parts of Paso Robles, so even though the vintage was cool overall, this is a very ripe wine. It has blackberry, raisin, plum and sweet oak flavors, with a nice structure of acids and tannins.",,24,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Robert Hall 20.5,Dessert,US,"Made from traditional Port varieties, this wine is very sweet, and unfortunately there's not a lot going on beyond that. The blackberry and chocolate flavors need a lot more concentration to stand up to the residual sugar.",Vintage,36,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2008 Vintage Port (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2008-vintage-port-blend-port-central-coast-paso-robles/,Port,2008,Robert Hall 13.5,Red,Italy,"This opens with savory aromas of cured beef, smoked hickory sauce and dried berry fruit. The mouthfeel is fresh in terms of acidity but also gritty in texture.",Òtre,18,85,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Teanum 2009 Òtre Nero di Troia (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teanum-2009-otre-italian-red-nero-troia-puglia/,Nero di Troia,2009,Teanum 13.5,White,Italy,"A white wine made using red grapes (Nero d'Avola), this delivers a pungent bouquet, accented by honey and wild flower notes. It shows a soft stone-fruit flavor on the finish, with a bit of heft and power.",Bianco di Morgante,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Morgante 2011 Bianco di Morgante Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgante-2011-bianco-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2011,Morgante 14.1,Red,US,"This is a soft, gently sweet Grenache, with raspberry jam, toast and cinnamon spice flavors. Drink up.",Alamo Creek Vineyard,36,85,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Margerum 2010 Alamo Creek Vineyard Grenache (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2010-alamo-creek-vineyard-grenache-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Grenache,2010,Margerum 13,White,Italy,"Notes of pear, peach and honey open the bouquet of this fresh wine. There's a touch of butterscotch at the back that gives it a medium-rich mouthfeel.",Silenzi,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Pala 2011 Silenzi White (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pala-2011-silenzi-white-isola-nuraghi/,White Blend,2011,Pala 14,Red,Italy,"Some leather, teriyaki and cured meat notes give this wine a dark first impression. Ripe cherry and raspberry jam flavors appear on the soft finish.",Codici,11,85,Southern Italy,Salento,,Mondo del Vino 2009 Codici Primitivo (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mondo-vino-2009-codici-zinfandel-primitivo-salento/,Primitivo,2009,Mondo del Vino 13,White,Chile,"Punchy and prickly up front, this has sharp aromas, which signal that the grapes were picked early in a hot vintage. Flavors of nettle, white pepper and jalapeño rest on a zesty palate. This wine finishes with snap and freshness.",Las Mulas Reserve,12,85,Central Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2012 Las Mulas Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2012-las-mulas-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Miguel Torres 14.5,Red,US,"Dark in color, this Pinot Noir is dry and somewhat heavy on the palate, with blackberry jam, plum and dark chocolate flavors that come with a touch of overripe raisin. Oak barrel aging brings sweet, toasty notes. Drink it now before the fruit fades.",,48,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mi Sueño 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Mi Sueño 12,Red,France,"Light, juicy and fruity, this is classic Beaujolais. A red cherry flavor and a burst of acidity come with gentle tannins. Ready to drink.",Les Grands Eparcieux,20,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Domaine Chasselay 2011 Les Grands Eparcieux (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chasselay-2011-grands-eparcieux-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2011,Domaine Chasselay 13.5,Red,Italy,"A note of jammy blackberry opens the nose of this easygoing, soft and plush wine. More ripe berry flavors appear on the finish.",,12,85,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Feudi di San Marzano 2010 Negroamaro (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-marzano-2010-italian-red-negroamaro-puglia/,Negroamaro,2010,Feudi di San Marzano 13,Red,France,"Firm and rustic, this has red plum and berry flavors that mingle with a barnyard note. The tannins are forceful, so age it for another year.",La Réserve d'Amélie,17,85,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Gérard Charvet 2011 La Réserve d'Amélie (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-charvet-2011-reserve-damelie-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2011,Gérard Charvet 14,Red,France,"Firm, dark and finely tannic, this has weight and richness, with a severity that dominates the fruitiness. It's dry and tough, and it's aging potential is questionable.",,24,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Castera 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-castera-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Castera 14,Red,France,"This is a smoky, wood-aged wine, with a bitter toast flavor that smothers the fruit. It does have the fruit weight, so that toast flavor will certainly soften. But to judge by the intense wood character, this bottling will likely always have a severe edge.",,20,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Fleur la Mothe 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-mothe-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Fleur la Mothe 13.5,Red,France,"This is dark, with a dominant wood flavor that covers the potentially ripe fruit. It is full of firm tannins, with a flavor of bitter chocolate. It may be that this wine will always have too much dry wood.",,,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château du Perier 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-du-perier-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château du Perier 14,Red,Chile,"Crusty aromas of herb, tar, black olive and baked black fruit set up the jumpy, high-acid palate, with flavors of herbal berry fruits, accented by green bean and pepper. Overall it's a hard, baked and oaky wine, with a strong herbal tilt.",,20,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2010 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2010-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Arboleda 12.5,Red,France,"For a wine meant to be consumed now, this is almost too tannic. It has bright fruit and a flavor of black currant skin, plus a dry, tannic core.",Nouveau,13,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Albert Bichot 2012 Nouveau (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2012-nouveau-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2012,Albert Bichot 11.5,Sparkling,US,"With its slightly sweet orange, pear, green apple, honeysuckle and vanilla flavors, this will appeal to the Moscato-sipping crowd. The bubbles make for easy fun. A blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Muscat, Riesling and Gewürztraminer.",Ca' Secco,18,85,California,California Other,California,Ca' Momi NV Ca' Secco Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-nv-secco-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Ca' Momi 13,White,US,"Fermented and matured in neutral oak barrels for seven months of lees aging, this has a scent reminiscent of slightly oxidized apple and pear slices, with supporting notes of blonde caramel, lemon yogurt and nectarine. Soft and lax on the attack, it gains vibrancy on the midpalate, ending with a pleasing lemon grass lift.",Reserve,25,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Barboursville Vineyards 2011 Reserve Vermentino (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-2011-reserve-italian-white-vermentino-virginia/,Vermentino,2011,Barboursville Vineyards 14.3,Red,US,"This has lots of bright red-cherry flavor, plus plenty of zingy Monterey acidity. The result is a clean, straightforward wine offering juicy drinking pleasure.",,17,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Brushstroke 2010 Cabernet Franc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brushstroke-2010-cabernet-franc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Brushstroke 13,Sparkling,Austria,"A full, yeasty wine, this has gentle acidity, with a touch of smokiness as well as a note of apple It feels full, without the necessary crispness.",Extra Brut,44,85,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Bründlmayer NV Extra Brut Sparkling (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-nv-extra-brut-sparkling-osterreichischer-sekt/,Sparkling Blend,,Bründlmayer 13,Red,US,"A blend of Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Viognier and Petite Sirah, this is dry, brisk and straightforward, with red currant and pepper flavors. Drink it now with roasted or grilled meats and stews.",Blend 175,15,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bridlewood 2011 Blend 175 Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-2011-blend-175-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,2011,Bridlewood 15.4,Red,US,"A Barbera offering dark plum and handfuls of meaty brawn, it has rounded tannins and plenty of intensity. Pair this with spicy sausage and risotto to help it mellow.",,22,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Bray 2010 Barbera (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bray-2010-barbera-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Barbera,2010,Bray 13.5,White,US,"High-pitched aromas of peach yogurt and apricot preserves come with mild intensity, leading to a palate that feels vital and elevated, with a flavor profile that leans toward tropical. It finishes zesty, with medium length.",,25,85,Virginia,Monticello,,King Family 2011 Viognier (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-family-2011-viognier-monticello/,Viognier,2011,King Family 13.2,White,US,"One dimensional and clean, this has brisk acidity and a creamy mouthfeel, with pineapple, orange, lime and mineral flavors.",Duck Shack,22,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lawer 2011 Duck Shack Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawer-2011-duck-shack-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Lawer 15.4,Red,US,"There is lots of fruity, oaky richness in this Cabernet, and acidity that is a bit aggressive. It shows opulent blackberry, raspberry, currant, dark chocolate and buttered toast flavors, which lead to a long, spicy finish. Drink up.",Hooker Old Boys,32,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lawer 2010 Hooker Old Boys Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawer-2010-hooker-old-boys-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Lawer 13.5,White,US,"A step up from Jefferson's regular bottling, this offers medium-intense aromas of white orchard fruit, wet wool and mineral, plus a subtle nuttiness. Light to medium bodied, it has a zesty midpalate, with flavors that mirror the nose.",Rsv.,20,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Jefferson Vineyards 2011 Rsv. Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jefferson-2011-rsv-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2011,Jefferson Vineyards 14.5,Rose,US,"Definitely on the sweet side, this has jellied raspberry and vanilla bean flavors. Crisp acidity provides fortunate balance.",No. 8 Pinot Noir,25,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,JCB 2011 No. 8 Pinot Noir Rosé (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jcb-2011-no-8-pinot-noir-rose-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Rosé,2011,JCB 14.8,Red,US,"Soft, round and textured, this is a minty Zinfandel with a pronounced jolt of smoke on the long finish.","Romanzo Moon, Shoup Vineyard",14,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,"Lapis Luna 2011 Romanzo Moon, Shoup Vineyard Zinfandel (Lodi)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapis-luna-2011-romanzo-moon-shoup-vineyard-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2011,Lapis Luna 13.5,White,US,"There are lots of orange, pineapple, Meyer lemon, lime, honey and spice flavors in this blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Arneis and Gewürztraminer. It's brisk in acidity and a little sweet. Try pairing it with Chinese, Vietnamese and Thai foods.",White X,16,85,California,California Other,California,X 2011 White X White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2011-white-other/,White Blend,2011,X 12,White,France,"Light, fruity and herbaceous, this has a crisp grapefruit flavor, laced with lemon. Soft and fresh, this is ready to drink now.",,14,85,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château Laulerie 2011 White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laulerie-2011-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château Laulerie 13.5,Red,France,"The wood influence in this wine is almost too much for the fruit, even in the future. It has a severe, burnt character that shows an herb flavor and a tight texture.",,20,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château La Grange de Bessan 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grange-bessan-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Grange de Bessan 12.5,Red,France,"This is classic and fun, bold and fruity, with weight coming from the firm tannins. Pair this with food.",Nouveau,13,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2012 Nouveau (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2012-nouveau-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2012,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 11.5,White,France,"Similar in style to a Côtes de Gascogne, this is a fruity, ripe and attractively light wine. The crisp, refreshing palate dances along.",,7,85,Southwest France,Gers,,Baron d'Arignac 2011 White (Gers),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-darignac-2011-white-gers/,White Blend,2011,Baron d'Arignac 13.5,White,US,"A Chardonnay of heightened acidity, this is fresh, light and banced, with tastes of lemon and pear.",,12,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Cable Car 2011 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cable-car-2011-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2011,Cable Car 13.9,Red,US,"Soft, fruity and tannic, this has jammy blackberry, blueberry and currant flavors. It's ripe and tasty, but rustic, with some less-than-ripe mint flavors and edgy tannins.",,25,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ca' Momi 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Ca' Momi ,Red,France,"Flavors of banana and red berry come with some tannin. This exudes vibrant, in-your-face fruit that's crisp and juicy.",Nouveau,10,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Mommessin 2012 Nouveau (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2012-nouveau-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2012,Mommessin 14.5,White,US,"The oak barrel influence comes across quite strong in this Chardonnay. The wine itself, made from fruit sourced from this mountain appellation in the central part of Sonoma County, is rich in tropical fruit and pear flavors, with zesty acidity.",,45,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Mi Sueño 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-mountain/,Chardonnay,2009,Mi Sueño 12,White,US,"This has a sweet charm to it, with a rich lemon flavor. This would be fine as a light dessert wine with lemon cake.",Collier's Early,13,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Abiqua Wind 2011 Collier's Early Muscat (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abiqua-wind-2011-colliers-early-muscat-willamette-valley/,Muscat,2011,Abiqua Wind 13.5,Red,Chile,"This is roasted to the max, with a very earthy nose, including burnt leaf, smoked meat and heavy fruit. The palate feels a bit high in acidity, with cherry and berry flavors that take on a baked character as it eases into a simple finish.",Reina Ana Gran Reserva,15,85,Maule Valley,,,Aguirre 2009 Reina Ana Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aguirre-2009-reina-ana-gran-reserva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2009,Aguirre 14.4,White,US,"Simple and direct, this tastes like blend of apricots, pears and mangos, with a gentle oak touch. It has pleasant acidity and nice warmth from the alcohol. Drink now.",Costello Vineyard,18,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Huntington 2011 Costello Vineyard Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huntington-2011-costello-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Huntington 13.5,Red,US,"This is a fine Cabernet to drink with burgers, Mexican food, beef stew or skirt steak. Soft and sweet, it has flavors of blackberries and cherries, plus a just-right jacket of smoky oak and a smooth, spicy finish.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Liberty School 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liberty-school-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Liberty School 15.2,Red,US,"This is direct and a bit hot in alcohol, with jammy berry, cherry, currant and oak flavors. It offers good Cabernet pleasure in an everyday sort of way.",Three Coins,42,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lawer 2009 Three Coins Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawer-2009-three-coins-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Lawer 13.5,Red,Italy,"A fresh berry aroma opens the nose of this easy-going Nero d'Avola. Slender and crisp, it would pair with curried chicken or veal chop.",,10,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenimenti Zabù 2011 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-zabu-2011-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2011,Tenimenti Zabù 14,White,Chile,"This is an oaky, smoky wine, with cinnamon and hickory notes on the nose and palate. There's also ample pear and melon character along with tropical fruit and spice notes. It's resiny and chunky, but good acidity keeps it lively and balanced.",Reserva,11,85,Maule Valley,,,Viña Casas Patronales 2011 Reserva Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-patronales-2011-reserva-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Viña Casas Patronales 12,White,US,"This smells like a warm spiced-apple muffin. On the palate, the apple-like vibe continues, melding with a lemon accent. The acids are bright and keep the wine feeling lifted through the minerally finish.",,16,85,Virginia,Monticello,,Trump 2010 Chardonnay (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trump-2010-chardonnay-monticello/,Chardonnay,2010,Trump 14,Red,Chile,"Candied cherry and plum aromas come with a floral note and a hint of citrus peel. The body is a bit sticky and resiny, while a flavor of herbal cherry comes with a lactic, resiny angle. The finish is dry, peppery and resiny.",Reserva,12,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Echeverria 2011 Reserva Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2011-reserva-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Echeverria 13.5,Red,Italy,"This easygoing wine opens with a cherry aroma, followed by leather and wet earth touches. Easy tannins and bright acids make it pair well with pasta or pizza.",Primi Soli,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cielo 2011 Primi Soli Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cielo-2011-primi-soli-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2011,Cielo 12.1,Red,US,"Quite tart and perhaps just a bit underripe, this red checks in at barely 12% alcohol. It has a bit of a Band-Aid scent that competes with the light berry flavors.",Ridgecrest Vineyards,24,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Chehalem 2010 Ridgecrest Vineyards Gamay Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2010-ridgecrest-gamay-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Gamay Noir,2010,Chehalem 13,Red,US,"Isolated as a single clone, this limited bottling comes across as sharp and grassy, with some sour plum fruit. The finish carries a hint of asparagus.",Prince Hill 115,50,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Erath 2010 Prince Hill 115 Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2010-prince-hill-115-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Erath 13,Red,US,"Herbal and short, this offers a very light watermelon flavor, along with plenty of herb and tomato leaf notes. It's on the slender side, with a quick-to-fade finish.",Knight's Gambit,50,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Erath 2010 Knight's Gambit Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2010-knights-gambit-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2010,Erath 12,White,Italy,"A blend of Inzolia and Catarratto, this has a slender mouthfeel, followed by a bright citrus note at the finish. It's an easy wine to enjoy with appetizers or finger foods.",Alhambra,12,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Principi di Spadafora 2011 Alhambra White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principi-spadafora-2011-alhambra-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Principi di Spadafora 13,White,Austria,"Classic Grüner Veltliner, this combines a creamy texture with crisp green fruit. Bright, fruity and ready to drink.",,19,85,Weinviertel,,,Pratsch 2011 Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2011-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Pratsch 13,Red,US,"Winemaker Adam Lee notes that only two Oregon Pinots were made in 2011, as all fruit was declassified. Indeed, this is a thin, peppery wine, with highlights of orange peel and grapefruit, and just a short slice of red berry fruit.",,22,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Siduri 2011 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2011-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Siduri 14.2,White,US,"Creamy and buttery, this Chardonnay provides satisfying vanilla and tropical fruit flavors that finish on a honeyed note.",Vintage Selection,13,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2011 Vintage Selection Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2011-vintage-selection-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Pedroncelli 13,Red,Chile,"This Merlot is dry and scratchy on the nose, with raspberry and spice aromas. It's fresh and clean on the palate, with a quick wave of spicy red-berry flavor. It remains spicy and a touch minty on the finish.",,10,85,Central Valley,,,Con Carne 2011 Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/con-carne-2011-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2011,Con Carne 13.5,Red,Italy,"An easy red blend, this would pair well with hamburgers or grilled meats. Notes of cherry and blackberry accent the palate.",,13,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Colosi 2010 Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colosi-2010-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,Colosi 13.5,White,US,"This is a bit off-dry, with a honeyed edge, but there's lots of zesty acidity for balance. It has easy-to-drink flavors of oranges, peaches and vanilla.",,13,85,California,California Other,California,The White Knight 2011 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-knight-2011-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2011,The White Knight 15.6,Red,US,"This is smooth, round and Zinfandel-like in its fulsome toasty character and abundant chocolate and black fruit flavors. As it's aged in 100% new French oak for 17 months, the oak looms large and lasts a long time.",Inkblot,35,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Michael David 2010 Inkblot Petit Verdot (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-david-2010-inkblot-petit-verdot-central-valley-lodi/,Petit Verdot,2010,Michael David 13.5,Dessert,France,"A soft, honeyed wine, this has hints of botrytis, orange marmalade and a spicy touch. Ready to drink now.",,26,85,Southwest France,Monbazillac,,Domaine du Moulin-Pouzay 2010 Monbazillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moulin-pouzay-2010-white-monbazillac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Domaine du Moulin-Pouzay 12.5,White,Italy,"This blended white shows simple citrus and mineral notes, with touches of peach and Golden Delicious. The mouthfeel is linear and direct.",Bazia,13,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cambria 2011 Bazia White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2011-bazia-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Cambria 13,Red,Italy,"From the Messina area in northern Sicily, this is a 50-50 blend of Nero d'Avola and Nerello Mascalese that bursts with bright berry freshness. The finish is clean, bright and tight.",Bazia Rosso,10,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cambria 2010 Bazia Rosso Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2010-bazia-rosso-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,Cambria 13,White,US,"Medium bodied, this wine has a loose-feeling entrance, but zesty acids quickly surface and invigorate the palate. The flavors of tropical fruit, nectarine and white strawberry are appealing, but they would benefit from increased concentration and focus. Try pairing this easy quaffer with light poultry-based dishes and simple preparations of white fish.",Reserve,22,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Barboursville Vineyards 2011 Reserve Viognier (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-2011-reserve-viognier-virginia/,Viognier,2011,Barboursville Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"Scents of blackberry compote, toast and dried herb define the nose of this Petit Verdot, with a subtle meat influence adding interest. It has an open core and integrated tannins, but the flavors could use a boost in concentration. The slightly warm finish ends on a dark plum note.",Reserve,35,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Barboursville Vineyards 2009 Reserve Petit Verdot (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-2009-reserve-petit-verdot-virginia/,Petit Verdot,2009,Barboursville Vineyards 11.2,Dessert,US,"Scents of exotic fruit and flower petal come doused with a note of peach yogurt. Overall, it smells bright and high-pitched, but it lacks some depth. It tastes sweet and feels pliant, with easygoing acids and slender flavors of golden stone fruit.",Frosty Dog,20,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Chateau Morrisette 2010 Frosty Dog White (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-morrisette-2010-frosty-dog-white-virginia/,White Blend,2010,Chateau Morrisette 12,Dessert,Chile,"The bouquet is wheaty and honeyed, but not all that fresh. On the palate, the wine feels chunky and full, with a nutty flavor of honeyed stone fruit. Melon, honey and hazelnut flavors carry the finish.",Late Harvest Reserva,15,85,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2010 Late Harvest Reserva Gewürztraminer (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2010-late-harvest-reserva-gewurztraminer-curico-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Aresti 13.5,Red,Chile,"This is a fresh type of Pinot, with a pointy bouquet containing herbal raspberry and nettle qualities. It feels juicy, fresh and lifted due to the acidity, while the flavors of raspberry and herb come with dry, oaky, toasty accents. It's peppery, dry and light on the finish.",Reserva,12,85,Curicó Valley,,,Apaltagua 2011 Reserva Pinot Noir (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2011-reserva-pinot-noir-curico-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Apaltagua 15.1,Red,US,"Rich and substantial, this is potent in blackberry, cassis and dark chocolate flavors. High alcohol gives it a hot mouthfeel. It's not really representative of the Arrowood name of old.",,30,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arrowood 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Arrowood 13.5,White,Chile,"This is a prickly wine, with a strong blast of nettle and green herb aromas. It has weight and texture on the palate, while the flavors of citrus fruits and salad greens are pithy and mildly bitter. Green and white pepper notes dominate the finish.",,18,85,Aconcagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2011-sauvignon-blanc-aconcagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Arboleda 13.5,Red,France,"From an estate in the Entre-Deux-Mers region, this wine is firm and concentrated, packed with ripe tannins and juicy blackberry fruit. Dense, with dusty tannins, it is smooth and polished in texture.",,15,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Marac 2010 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marac-2010-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Marac 12.5,Rose,France,"This tastes bone dry, with a caramel note that's followed by light, bright notes of red berry and apple. The finish is crisp and tight.",Rosé d'Une Nuit,12,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais Rosé,,Château de Pizay 2011 Rosé d'Une Nuit Gamay (Beaujolais Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pizay-2011-rose-dune-nuit-gamay-rose/,Gamay,2011,Château de Pizay 13.5,Red,Italy,"Dark and inky, this natural wine is made from organic fruit, and it offers aromas of cured beef and prune, followed by accents of tobacco and wet earth. There's not much fruit, and it shows slightly bitter tannins on the close.",,40,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Faro,,Bonavita 2009 Faro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonavita-2009-red-faro/,Red Blend,2009,Bonavita 12.7,Rose,US,"A big, heavy rosé, this has an orange-pink color and slightly sweet flavors of jammy raspberry, vanilla and cream. A blend of Syrah and Grenache.",,25,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Envolve 2011 Rosé (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envolve-2011-rose-sonoma-mountain/,Rosé,2011,Envolve 13.5,Red,France,"This is an earthy effort that shows the tough soil of Cahors in its minerally, tight character. Dark in color, this is laced with intense acids and firm tannins.",Pigmentum,12,85,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2011 Pigmentum Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2011-pigmentum-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Georges Vigouroux ,Red,France,"This has surprisingly structured fruits and firm tannins for a Nouveau, and it still maintains a juicy cherry flavor and ripe acidity. The finish has a tangy, textured character.",Nouveau,11,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Georges Duboeuf 2012 Nouveau (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2012-nouveau-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2012,Georges Duboeuf 12.5,Rose,US,"It's difficult to understand what this is trying to be. Pinot Gris can show some light blush color, but this wine is almost pink. The result is tannic and tart, with a rhubarb-like flavor.",Dion Vineyard Rosé,14,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Erath 2011 Dion Vineyard Rosé Pinot Gris (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2011-dion-vineyard-rose-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Gris,2011,Erath 13,Red,US,"The Dion is a new entry in the long list of Erath single-vineyard wines. It doesn't show much in this difficult vintage. Short and intensely herbal, it has strong scents and flavors of tomato leaf, which override any hint of ripe fruit flavor.",Dion,50,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Erath 2010 Dion Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2010-dion-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2010,Erath 13.5,Red,Italy,This has jammy aromas of strawberry and raspberry that would work well at cocktail hour. The palate is lean.,Alhambra,12,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Principi di Spadafora 2010 Alhambra Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principi-spadafora-2010-alhambra-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Principi di Spadafora 13.5,Rose,Italy,"A blend of Primitivo (70%) and Syrah, this opens with sweet aromas of raspberry candy and bitter almond. The finish is characterized by a fresh blueberry flavor.",Ametys,17,85,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Miali 2011 Ametys Rosato (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miali-2011-ametys-rose-rosato-puglia/,Rosato,2011,Miali 13,Red,Austria,"A blend of St. Laurent and Pinot Noir, this is a full, round wine. It has a soft, juicy texture that comes with a touch of barnyard as well as warm strawberry fruit. The finish is rich, and the wine is ready to drink.",Erdpress,20,85,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2009 Erdpress Red (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2009-erdpress-red-blend-austrian-niederosterreich/,Austrian Red Blend,2009,Pratsch 13.5,Red,US,"This delivers great Pinot-like character for its price tier. Give it credit for the dry silkiness, clean acidity and vibrant cherry, cola and oak flavors.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Newman's Own 2010 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newmans-own-2010-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Newman's Own 13.2,Red,US,"A pale and delicate version of this entry-level Pinot, its fruit is barely there, just hinting at rhubarb and watermelon. Some earth and stem flavors come through as well.",Grateful Red,17,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Redhawk 2010 Grateful Red Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redhawk-2010-grateful-red-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Redhawk 13.5,Red,Chile,"Leather, cheese, licorice, herb and tomato notes define the nose on this snappy, crisp Cabernet that's more racy and zesty than rich and deep. The finish is wiry, but overall the wine is short on richness.",Visión El Recurso Single Vineyard,16,85,Maipo Valley,,,Cono Sur 2010 Visión El Recurso Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2010-vision-el-recurso-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Cono Sur 12.5,Red,Italy,"This opens with floral aromas of violet and rose bud, followed by light berry and plum notes. The palate tastes easy and fresh.",Glicine,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Corvo 2011 Glicine Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corvo-2011-glicine-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2011,Corvo 12,White,Italy,"One of the simple pleasures from southern Italy, Corvo has steadily produced value Sicilian reds and whites for many generations. This blend opens with peach, citrus and pear notes, plus zesty freshness.",Bianco,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Corvo 2011 Bianco White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corvo-2011-bianco-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Corvo 12,Red,France,"A classically fruity Beaujolais from the south of the region, this is packed with bitter cherry and ripe raspberry flavors. The tannins are soft—plentiful enough to lend structure. It is delicious, juicy and ready to drink.",Les Griottes,15,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Domaine du Vissoux 2011 Les Griottes (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vissoux-2011-griottes-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2011,Domaine du Vissoux 13,White,US,"Tart and dry, this has a broad flavor that does not express much varietal specificity, with some notes of caramel and butter. Not yet knit together, this could improve significantly with further bottle age.",Stoller Vineyards,28,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Chehalem 2011 Stoller Vineyards Pinot Blanc (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2011-stoller-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Blanc,2011,Chehalem 14.5,White,US,"Hazy aromatics of sautéed apple and baking spice mark the nose, with notes of toasted nut and dill that surface on the palate. It feels full, round and supple, gaining some lift toward the close.",Charval,20,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2010 Charval White (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2010-charval-white-virginia/,White Blend,2010,Tarara 12,White,Chile,"A note of apple is the most identifiable aroma on the fresh nose. The palate is clean and lean, with lemon, orange, nectarine and mildly bitter, pithy flavors. Racy and not at all oaky on the finish.",Reserve,12,85,Maipo Valley,,,Tres Palacios 2011 Reserve Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-palacios-2011-reserve-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Tres Palacios 14.5,Red,US,"This is a little raw and acidic in texture, with a trace of underripeness. But it passes the basic Pinot test, boasting a silky texture and good raspberry and cherry flavors.",,30,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,River Rock 2010 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/river-rock-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,River Rock 13.9,White,US,This has grassy tones and tropical fruit flavors that'll pair with oysters and other shellfish just fine.,,13,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,Souverain 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/souverain-2010-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Souverain 14,Red,Chile,"This starts out fresh on the nose, with a modest herbal accent. The palate is lively and clean, with ample body and good balance. Flavors of cherry, plum and herb lead to a mildly green-tasting finish.",Coastal Cool Climate,14,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Lomas del Valle 2011 Coastal Cool Climate Merlot (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lomas-valle-2011-coastal-cool-climate-merlot-casablanca-valley/,Merlot,2011,Lomas del Valle 13.5,Red,US,"Dry and full-bodied, this wine's pleasant herb, cherry, raisin and spice flavors, show some elegance.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2010 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2010-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2010,Kenwood 13.5,Red,Chile,"Black as night in color, this has heavy aromas of bacon, rubber and char that settle squarely on notes of vanilla and creamy oak. The feel is fresh but shear and tight, with flavors of herbal berry and spice, plus a scratchiness on the chewy finish.",Block Selection Reserve Block N. 13,12,85,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2010 Block Selection Reserve Block N. 13 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2010-block-selection-reserve-block-n-13-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,La Playa 14.2,Red,US,"Despite having rich blackberry, cherry and currant flavors, this feels brittle. The acidity is strong and the tannins come across as a bit jarring. Drink up.",Lonehawk,43,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,La Honda Winery 2008 Lonehawk Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/honda-winery-2008-lonehawk-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,La Honda Winery 14.5,White,US,"Oak is the strongest element in this Chardonnay, providing dominant buttered toast, butterscotch and caramel aromas and flavors. The wine also has great acidity and ripe flavors of green apple, pear and kiwi.",,45,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mi Sueño 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Mi Sueño 13,Red,Italy,"Dark and inky in appearance, this blend of Nero d'Avola, Merlot and Syrah offers nuanced bright fruit, with softness and an obvious touch of sweetness on the finish.",Goose Bump,10,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Mezzacorona 2011 Goose Bump Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mezzacorona-2011-goose-bump-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2011,Mezzacorona 13.5,White,Italy,"There's a touch of toasted almond at the start, but then this Grillo revs up in the glass to deliver notes of citrus, stone fruit, crushed stone and lemon tart. The mouthfeel is crisp and simple.",Sallier de la Tour,13,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2011 Sallier de la Tour Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2011-sallier-tour-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2011,Tasca d'Almerita 13.9,White,US,"This is weighty, creamy and medium to full in body. It has plenty of lime and pear flavors, plus slight brown sugar and vanilla notes.",,14,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,Souverain 2010 Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/souverain-2010-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Souverain 13.5,White,US,"Flavors of ripe tropical fruit, orange and smoky, sweet oak influence this slightly sweet Chardonnay. It's made in the popular style, with brisk Russian River acidity that provides mouthwatering balance.",Three Coins,26,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lawer 2011 Three Coins Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawer-2011-three-coins-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Lawer 13.5,Red,Chile,"Lightly herbal strawberry and raspberry aromas are authentic and fresh. On the palate, this is light and juicy, with snappy, lean flavors of red fruit and dry spice. The finish is dry and oaky.",Reserve,13,85,Maipo Valley,,,Tres Palacios 2011 Reserve Pinot Noir (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-palacios-2011-reserve-pinot-noir-maipo-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Tres Palacios 13,Red,Italy,"Aged for 10 months in stainless steel in order to maintain simple, clean lines, this Nero di Troia opens with a spicy tone of black pepper, backed by ripe blackberry and prune notes. There's a touch of bright acidity on the finish.",Torre del Falco,,85,Southern Italy,Murgia,,Torrevento 2009 Torre del Falco Nero di Troia (Murgia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torrevento-2009-torre-falco-italian-red-nero-troia-murgia/,Nero di Troia,2009,Torrevento 13.8,Red,US,"A rich application of oak dresses up the flavors of red cherry, cola, pomegranate and persimmon. It's dry and silky, yet there is a some sharpness.",Sequence,32,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,La Honda Winery 2010 Sequence Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/honda-winery-2010-sequence-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2010,La Honda Winery 13.5,White,US,"A gold-hued, oaky wine, this is well along the aging curve, but suitable for near-term drinking. Think of it as Sauvignon Blanc made in an old-fashioned Chardonnay style.",Croft Vineyards,25,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Kandarian 2010 Croft Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kandarian-2010-croft-sauvignon-blanc-willamette-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Kandarian 14.5,Red,US,"Heavy and soft, this is lacking in structure and vitality. It has some ripe flavors of blackberries, currants and spice. Drink up.",,20,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Envolve 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envolve-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Envolve 12.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Nero d'Avola and Nerello Mascalese, this delivers forest berry and cola, with blue flower and dusty mineral accents. The palate is easy, bright and lean.",Rosso,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Corvo 2010 Rosso Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corvo-2010-rosso-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,Corvo 13,Red,Italy,"Slightly bitter and sour at first, this bright Sangiovese offers notes of forest berry, cherry and raspberry. It would pair nicely with cheesy pizza or pasta.",,12,85,Southern Italy,Terra degli Osci,,Di Majo Norante 2011 Sangiovese (Terra degli Osci),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/majo-norante-2011-sangiovese-terra-degli-osci/,Sangiovese,2011,Di Majo Norante 12.5,White,France,"Fruity and lightly herbaceous, this has fine textured acidity along with a pink grapefruit flavor. The wine is bright and easy, and it will be ready to drink in a few months.",La Fleur d'Amélie,15,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château de Sours 2011 La Fleur d'Amélie (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sours-2011-fleur-damelie-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château de Sours 13.2,White,US,"Made from Roussanne, Viognier and other Rhône varieties, this blend is dry, soft and heavy. But it is flavorful, offering waves of apricots, peaches and coconut-tinged macaroons.",Fifteen 10 White,24,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Derby 2010 Fifteen 10 White White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/derby-2010-fifteen-10-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Derby 13,Red,Italy,"The Monica grape often shows a rustic or raw quality, with aromas of cherry cola, black pepper and sour fruit. This expression does just that, with an added touch of bright acidity on the finish.",Dolia,14,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Monica di Sardegna,,Cantine di Dolianova 2010 Dolia (Monica di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-dolianova-2010-dolia-italian-red-monica-monica-sardegna/,Monica,2010,Cantine di Dolianova 14.5,Red,Chile,"This is much different than Casa Silva's 2009 Petit Verdot, which was tasted in the same flight. The '08 is more hard, spicy and tarry, with a leafy, herbal aroma, plus some grittiness. The palate feels snappy, with a can't-miss saltiness. The finish is long in length but short on fruit, with a raw feel.",Gran Reserva,22,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2008 Gran Reserva Petit Verdot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2008-gran-reserva-petit-verdot-colchagua-valley/,Petit Verdot,2008,Casa Silva ,Red,Italy,"This blend of Nero d'Avola and Syrah opens with savory aromas of cured meat, dried berry, cassis, tobacco and wet earth. There's a touch of almond bitterness on the finish.",Scialo,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 2008 Scialo Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticultori-associati-canicatti-2008-scialo-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2008,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 13.5,White,US,"This is a sweet wine with flavors of white sugar, orange, honey and vanilla, all brightened by crisp acidity.",,13,86,California,Lake County,Lake County,The White Knight 2011 Riesling (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-knight-2011-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Riesling,2011,The White Knight 13,Red,France,"Soft and fruity, this is a generous, ripe wine that's full of juicy red-cherry fruits and gentle tannins. It has some richness, giving a sweet character to this open, ready-to-drink wine.",Eté Indien,14,86,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Vignerons de Bel Air 2011 Eté Indien (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-bel-air-2011-ete-indien-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2011,Vignerons de Bel Air 13.5,White,US,"The clean, brisk mouthfeel gives this slightly oaked Sauvignon Blanc instant likeability. It's dry with a rich streak of honey that sweetens the citrus, pear and tropical fruit flavors. Pair this with Asian fare, ham or a green salad with grapefruit sections.",,14,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2011-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Robert Hall 13,Red,Chile,"A berry aroma comes with cola and herb notes. The palate is tangy and racy, and it delivers raspberry and plum flavors, with a modest finish.",,9,86,Maule Valley,,,Sundance 2011 Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sundance-2011-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2011,Sundance 14.5,Red,Italy,"Almost too much of a good thing, this wine was aged for 15 months in oak to produce a superrich and extracted red wine that is heavy, dense and powerful. The bouquet is redolent of ripe fruit and exotic spice, and the finish shows some bitter tannins and sour fruits.",Gran Tiati Gold Vintage,35,86,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Teanum 2008 Gran Tiati Gold Vintage Red (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teanum-2008-gran-tiati-gold-vintage-red-puglia/,Red Blend,2008,Teanum 12.5,White,Italy,"Spicy, fresh and clean, this would pair with fried seafood or spaghetti con vongole. It offers pretty citrus tones followed by a drying mineral nuance.",Sallier de la Tour,13,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2011 Sallier de la Tour Inzolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2011-sallier-tour-italian-white-inzolia-sicilia/,Inzolia,2011,Tasca d'Almerita 15,Red,US,"Right out of the starting blocks this is an oaky wine, dripping with caramel and vanilla notes. The texture on the midpalate is finessed and graceful, with drying tannins that latch onto the oak-driven finish. An eccentric blend of 50% Tannat, 35% Petit Verdot and 15% Pinotage.",#SocialSecret,40,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2010 #SocialSecret Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2010-socialsecret-red-virginia/,Red Blend,2010,Tarara 13,White,US,"This bottling resembles the New Zealand paradigm of Sauvignon Blanc, bearing aromas of grapefruit, passion fruit and kiwi; a sprinkling of graham cracker adds interest. The wine hits the palate like a fleshy fist, with an intense, grassy gooseberry flavor that provides plenty of punch. Pair with apricot-glazed roasted chicken.",,16,86,Virginia,Monticello,,Trump 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trump-2011-sauvignon-blanc-monticello/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Trump 15,Red,Chile,"This smells crisp, crusty and herbal. The palate feels narrow and acidic, and the wine's core flavors of plum and boysenberry carry herbal streaks of pine and juniper. Resiny and tangy on the finish.",Edición Limitada,23,86,Loncomilla Valley,,,Morandé 2009 Edición Limitada Carignan (Loncomilla Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2009-edicion-limitada-carignan-loncomilla-valley/,Carignan,2009,Morandé 13.5,Red,US,"This is a light Pinot Noir that tastes of barely ripe red cherries, and earthiness that almost veers into sauvage territory. The lightness carries through onto the finish, which is quick.",,15,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,One Hope 2011 Pinot Noir (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/one-hope-2011-pinot-noir-north-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,One Hope 14,Red,Italy,"A 70-30 blend of Nero d'Avola and Syrah, this has a dark garnet color, with ripe aromas of blackberry and sour cherry. The wine's acidity gives the palate a lively pop.",Antale,13,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Natale Verga 2010 Antale Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/natale-verga-2010-antale-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,Natale Verga 13.7,White,US,"This young Artist Series Viognier spent seven months in once-used American oak barrels. The impression is of citrus, with a touch of sweetness and heavy barrel influence. There's a slightly burnt flavor, a hint of alcohol heat and a biting finish.",,19,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Merrill Cellars 2011 Viognier (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merrill-cellars-2011-viognier-other/,Viognier,2011,Merrill Cellars 13.4,Red,US,"This G-S-M blend is solid and flavorful, with mixed berry flavors and an underpinning of graphite. The tannins are drying, on the edge of being chalky.",Cotes du Rogue,21,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Merrill Cellars 2010 Cotes du Rogue Red (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merrill-cellars-2010-cotes-rogue-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Merrill Cellars 13,White,Italy,"Part of the extended Calanìca series, this Grillo-Viognier blend shows aromas of honeysuckle and jasmine, backed by touches of cut grass and wild sage. In the mouth, it shows ripe yellow-fruit flavors.",Calanìca Grillo-Viognier,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2011 Calanìca Grillo-Viognier White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2011-calanica-grillo-viognier-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2011,Duca di Salaparuta 13,Red,Italy,"Merlot and Nero d'Avola form the base for this easy red wine that would pair with fettuccine and meat sauce or pork roast. The quality of the fruit is clean, bright and sharp.",Calanìca Nero d'Avola-Merlot,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2010 Calanìca Nero d'Avola-Merlot Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2010-calanica-nero-davola-merlot-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2010,Duca di Salaparuta 13,Red,France,"Red cherry fruit comes laced with light tannins, giving this bright wine an open, juicy character.",Nouveau,,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Domaine de la Madone 2012 Nouveau (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-madone-2012-nouveau-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2012,Domaine de la Madone 13,White,Italy,"Catarratto is one of Sicily's most widely farmed white grape varieties. This expression shows a mineral note, backed by citrus and almond blossom touches.",,17,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Montoni 2011 Catarratto (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-montoni-2011-italian-white-catarratto-sicilia/,Catarratto,2011,Feudo Montoni 13.5,Red,Italy,"Part of the natural wine movement, this wine is made from organic grapes, and the label is printed with vegetable ink on recycled paper. The quality of fruit is very nice, with a juicy palate and a bright berry flavor on the finish.",Purato Made With Organic Grapes,12,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo di Santa Tresa 2011 Purato Made With Organic Grapes Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-santa-tresa-2011-purato-made-with-organic-grapes-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2011,Feudo di Santa Tresa 13.5,Red,Italy,"Inky in color, this wine has plump aromas of ripe fruit, blackberry jam and rum cake. On the palate, it is soft and smooth.",I Tratturi,11,86,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Feudi di San Marzano 2011 I Tratturi Primitivo (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-marzano-2011-i-tratturi-zinfandel-primitivo-puglia/,Primitivo,2011,Feudi di San Marzano 13.5,Red,Italy,"This concentrated Cabernet offers aromas of cured meat, dried fruit and rosemary. Barbecue spice and teriyaki sauce flavors give the wine a bold, chewy feel.",Missoni,21,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudi del Pisciotto 2010 Missoni Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-pisciotto-2010-missoni-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Feudi del Pisciotto 13,White,Chile,"White flower, lychee and apple aromas carry the mellow bouquet. The chunky-feeling palate bears powdery, sweet flavors of peach and melon, mixed with greener notes of grass and lime. The 80% Viognier component is typical of the warm climate: plump and oily, with a short finish. Chardonnay fills out the blend.",Estate,15,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Estampa 2011 Estate Viognier-Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estampa-2011-estate-white-blend-viognier-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Viognier-Chardonnay,2011,Estampa 13,Red,US,"As with many of the Erath 2010 vineyard designates, this is strongly herbal. The notes of leaf and herb create somewhat unripe flavor impressions, with a touch of bitterness on the finish. The fruit just passes the ripeness of sweet tomatoes.",Hyland,50,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Erath 2010 Hyland Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2010-hyland-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2010,Erath 14.3,Red,US,"Rustic and dry, this has flavors of berries, currants, licorice and spices. Made from Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon.",Puma Springs Vineyard,50,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Envolve 2010 Puma Springs Vineyard Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envolve-2010-puma-springs-vineyard-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Envolve 12.5,White,France,"Notes of bitter almond and fresh citrus come together in this fruity selection. It's bright, crisp and lightly herbaceous, with a pineapple flavor. Ready to drink now.",,18,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château de Sours 2011 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sours-2011-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château de Sours 13,Red,France,"Full, ripe and smooth, this wine has a concentrated flavor of juicy black currants. It has attractive acidity to go with the fruit. Already drinkable, it's not likely to age for a long time.",,,86,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château de la Croix 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-croix-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de la Croix 13,White,France,"Using fruit sourced from some of the rare chalk soils in Beaujolais, this soft, floral Chardonnay shows yellow and citrus fruits. There is just a hint of mineral, and it's an attractive wine for early drinking.",Cuvée Sécret de,17,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais Blanc,,Château du Châtelard 2011 Cuvée Sécret de (Beaujolais Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-du-chatelard-2011-cuvee-secret-chardonnay-blanc/,Chardonnay,2011,Château du Châtelard 12.5,White,US,"Clarksburg is becoming a haven for Chenin Blanc in California. This bottling, using fruit sourced from several vineyards in the area, is balanced with just a trace of sweetness in the background (1% residual sugar). This is crisp, straightforward and blessed with notes of pear and lime. Drink it cold.",,16,86,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Clarksburg Wine Company 2010 Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarksburg-wine-company-2010-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Clarksburg Wine Company 14.8,Red,US,"This is a little sharp, with some prickly heat, but dry, with rich tannins and deep black-cherry, plum, red currant, pepper and cedar flavors. Ready to drink.",Lot 344,22,86,California,Napa,Oakville,Cameron Hughes 2010 Lot 344 Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2010-lot-344-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,2010,Cameron Hughes 12,Red,France,"With just an edge of tannins that give a dry character to the wine, this is a step up from Barton & Guestier's Beaujolais. It has firm plum and black cherry flavors, with fine acidity on the finish.",,10,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Barton & Guestier 2011 Beaujolais-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2011-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2011,Barton & Guestier 13.3,Red,US,"Cranberry, spice and fresh herb give this peppery Pinot plenty of flavor interest. Definitely on the earthy and herbal side, this juicy wine is a good go-to bottle for everyday drinking.",,17,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Kings Ridge 2010 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kings-ridge-2010-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Kings Ridge 14,Red,Chile,"With aromas of black fruit, earth, rubber and tomato leaf, this fits the bill for Carmenère. The palate is snappy and lively, with drying, rubbery tannins. Flavors of zesty plum and berry are herbal and spicy, and it finishes with vitality and a scouring scrub of acidity and tannic clamp.",Grand Reserve,18,86,Curicó Valley,,,Junta 2010 Grand Reserve Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/junta-2010-grand-reserve-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Junta 14.5,White,US,"This follows the tried and true path of making Chardonnay with ripe fruit and plenty of creamy oak. The flavors are of apricots, oranges, sour lees and buttered toast.",,45,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Jeff Gordon 2011 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeff-gordon-2011-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2011,Jeff Gordon 12.5,Red,France,"This is a festive wine, with soft, ripe fruit and acidity, plus a red berry flavor.",Nouveau,9,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Henry Fessy 2012 Nouveau (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-fessy-2012-nouveau-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2012,Henry Fessy 13.6,Red,US,"A stiff, tannic wine, this slowly opens and brings brambly berry flavors into play, along with notes of earthy herbs. There's a touch of bitterness to the tannins.",,22,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Hawkins Cellars 2009 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkins-cellars-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Hawkins Cellars 13,White,France,"Herbaceous and fruity, this has a textured character, with an orange zest note and a strong lemon juiciness. It's fresh and ready to drink, but it will likely age for a few years.",,12,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Marac 2011 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marac-2011-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château Marac 12.5,Red,France,"The lightest wine in the range of wines produced at Château du Cèdre, this is dominated by sweet, soft red fruit. Attractive, bright and fruity, this is ready for drinking now.",Cedrus,11,86,Southwest France,Comté Tolosan,,Château du Cèdre 2011 Cedrus Malbec (Comté Tolosan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cedre-2011-cedrus-malbec-comte-toulosan/,Malbec,2011,Château du Cèdre 13,Red,US,"This is Pinot Noir at its lightest, reminiscent of a German Blauburgunder. Delicate, just-ripe flavors suggest rhubarb and wild raspberry.",PH,25,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Purple Hands 2011 PH Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/purple-hands-2011-ph-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Purple Hands 11.5,White,Austria,"There is an attractive lemon tang to this wine, as well as bright acidity and a creamy texture. It has plenty of fruit, and a sense of lightness that would make it a great apéritif.",Biokult Grüner Veltliner,14,86,Niederösterreich,,,Michlits 2011 Biokult Grüner Veltliner Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michlits-2011-biokult-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2011,Michlits 13.5,Rose,Italy,"Tangy and bright, this wine delivers a mouth-puckering blast of citrusy acidity, with a hint of bitter almond. Raspberry and peach notes help soften the finish.",Chiaro di Stelle,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Pala 2011 Chiaro di Stelle Rosé (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pala-2011-chiaro-stelle-rose-isola-nuraghi/,Rosé,2011,Pala 13.1,Red,US,"Rich and dry, this has pleasant cherry, red currant, licorice and spice flavors, with a touch of smoky oak.",Durant Ranch Vineyards,15,86,California,California Other,California,Five Rows 2011 Durant Ranch Vineyards Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/five-rows-2011-durant-ranch-merlot-other/,Merlot,2011,Five Rows 13.8,Red,US,"There is lots of oak influence evident in this wine, with flavors of raspberry jam slathered on buttered, cinnamon-scented toast. It's also quite tart. Drink now.",,27,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,MacMurray Ranch 2010 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macmurray-ranch-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,MacMurray Ranch 14.3,White,US,"Made using grapes sourced from a high valley between the Russian River and Napa valleys, this wine is rich in tropical fruit, lemon, honeysuckle and vanilla flavors. Brisk acidity helps to keep it from seeming cloying.",Three Coins Betsy's Vineyard,26,86,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Lawer 2011 Three Coins Betsy's Vineyard Viognier (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawer-2011-three-coins-betsys-vineyard-viognier-sonoma-knights-valley/,Viognier,2011,Lawer 14.1,White,Chile,"The cool conditions that defined the 2011 vintage in Chile are draped all over this Chardonnay. The nose deals notes of applesauce and oaky cinnamon, while the palate is sleepy, with very little happening. Flavors of spicy oak rest on top of white fruit flavors, and the finish is neutral and acidic.",Cuvée Alexandre Atalayas Vineyard Made with Organic Grapes,25,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Lapostolle 2011 Cuvée Alexandre Atalayas Vineyard Made with Organic Grapes Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2011-cuvee-alexandre-atalayas-vineyard-made-with-organic-grapes-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Lapostolle 13.8,White,US,"Mild scents of honey-glazed apple, kiwi, flower and apricot preserves come with a citrusy edge. The palate feels rich and voluptuous, with supporting acids, but the strength of flavors is on the shy side, making the ratio of body to flavor intensity slightly off-kilter.",,23,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2011 Petit Manseng (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2011-other-white-petit-manseng-virginia/,Petit Manseng,2011,Tarara 12.5,Dessert,US,"Let's call this a dessert wine, but you could easily serve it with a weekend brunch of scrambled eggs and smoked trout or salmon. It's sweet in honey, tangerines and vanilla, brightened by zesty acidity. It would also be lovely as an afternoon apéritif.",Margaret's Vineyard,15,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2011 Margaret's Vineyard Orange Muscat (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2011-margarets-vineyard-muscat-orange-central-coast-paso-robles/,Orange Muscat,2011,Robert Hall 13.5,White,US,"Ripe and juicy, this bears orange, lime and tropical fruit flavors. It's dry, but so fruity that it almost seems sweet. The acidity is strong and the alcohol is refreshingly modest.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2011 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2011,Robert Hall 13,Red,Italy,"This has bold cherry and blackberry jam flavors, with some warmth. It is dense and inky, with some chewiness and sweetness on the finish.",Anarkos,14,86,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Racemi 2010 Anarkos Red (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/racemi-2010-anarkos-red-puglia/,Red Blend,2010,Racemi 12.5,Red,France,"A bright and fruity wine, this is packed with red cherry flavor and fragrant acidity. Fresh and open, this is ready to drink.",Château du Souzy,9,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Signé Vigneron 2011 Château du Souzy (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signe-vigneron-2011-chateau-souzy-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2011,Signé Vigneron 14.5,Red,Chile,"This is an herbal, almost throwback style of Carmenère. The nose delivers a blast of tomato leaf along with a rooty, herbal aroma of red fruit suggestive of pizza. The palate is tight and smacks hard with tannins, while the core flavors are roasted and burnt, with a baked berry note and an earthy nuttiness.",Cholqui,26,86,Maipo Valley,,,Tres Palacios 2009 Cholqui Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-palacios-2009-cholqui-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Tres Palacios 13,Red,France,"A rounded wine, this has an attractive red-jelly flavor and light acidity. It is full and rich, with fine acids on the finish. Keep for six months.",,20,86,Beaujolais,Côte de Brouilly,,Trenel Fils 2011 Côte de Brouilly,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trenel-fils-2011-gamay-cote-brouilly/,Gamay,2011,Trenel Fils 13.5,White,US,"This effort shows the dry earthy and herbal qualities that often mark Trefethen Chardonnays grown in this southerly district of Napa Valley. It has flavors of tobacco, tropical fruit and oak, with lots of zesty acidity.",,30,86,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2010 Chardonnay (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2010-chardonnay-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Chardonnay,2010,Trefethen 13.5,White,US,"This shows real Sauvignon character in its brisk, mouthwatering acidity. Its green grass and gooseberry notes accompany riper lemon and lime fruit.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Tin Roof 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-roof-2011-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Tin Roof 12.5,Red,Italy,"Made with organically farmed fruit, this is bright, fresh and linear, with forest berry and black cherry notes, backed by almond and dried tobacco leaf.",,12,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,TerrAmore 2011 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terramore-2011-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2011,TerrAmore 15,Red,US,"This bottling is classic in its ample, smoky marshmallow, campfire and jam sandwich flavors. The palate is laced with notes of red licorice and vanilla.",,16,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Seven Deadly Zins 2010 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-deadly-zins-2010-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2010,Seven Deadly Zins 12,Rose,France,"Attractive and finely balanced, this has red cherry and strawberry flavors, which come wrapped in soft tannins and crisp acidity.",Les Griottes Rosé,16,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Domaine du Vissoux 2011 Les Griottes Rosé Gamay (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vissoux-2011-griottes-rose-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2011,Domaine du Vissoux 14.5,Red,US,"Very ripe and extracted, this has flavors of blackberries and cherries that are a bit heavy-handed. There's a lot of oak influence, too, which adds to the heaviness.",Marlstone,50,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Clos du Bois 2009 Marlstone Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2009-marlstone-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Clos du Bois 14.5,Red,US,"This unusual blend of multiple red varieties sure has plenty of personality, with strong white-pepper, raisin and blackberry jam flavors, plus robust tannins and a very dry finish. It really takes over the palate, and needs to be paired with equally assertive food, like barbecue.",Winemaker's Blend,23,86,California,California Other,Napa County-Sonoma County-San Joaquin County,Ghost Pines 2010 Winemaker's Blend Red (Napa County-Sonoma County-San Joaquin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-pines-2010-winemakers-blend-red-other-napa-county-sonoma-county-san-joaquin-county/,Red Blend,2010,Ghost Pines 13.5,Red,France,"Produced to be consumed young, this is a breezy, fruity selection. Its black plum-skin texture is balanced by firm tannins and a medicinal, herby-filled aftertaste. Not for long aging.",Gouleyant,12,86,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2011 Gouleyant Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2011-gouleyant-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2011,Georges Vigouroux 13,Red,France,"A red-fruited wine, this is soft and ready to drink. Made from fruit sourced near the Lot River, this has ripe tannins and a juicy heart.",Sélection,23,86,Southwest France,Cahors,,Garriotin 2011 Sélection Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garriotin-2011-selection-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2011,Garriotin ,Red,Italy,"An easygoing Nero d'Avola, this shows characteristic almond and toasted pistachio flavors, followed by bright cherry and raspberry notes. The mouthfeel is tight and compact.",,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Maccari 2010 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-maccari-2010-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2010,Feudo Maccari 13,White,Italy,"This wine presents oxidized aromas of caramel and butterscotch, followed by apricot and pear notes. A touch of bitterness appears on the finish.",Tenuta San Michele,55,83,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Murgo 2010 Tenuta San Michele (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murgo-2010-tenuta-san-michele-white-etna/,White Blend,2010,Murgo 14.5,White,US,"Buttery, caramelized oak tones dominate the weak fruit flavors of orange and apricot. A simple and creamy Chardonnay.",,13,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Red Pony Ranch 2011 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-pony-ranch-2011-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Red Pony Ranch 14.6,Red,US,"The fruit is fading in this Syrah, although you'll still find some cherry flavor. There's also an overripe, raisiny edge that makes it hard to appreciate.",Heritage Selection,17,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bianchi 2008 Heritage Selection Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2008-heritage-selection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2008,Bianchi 13.5,Red,US,"Made from Syrah, Petite Sirah, Dolcetto and Malbec, this wine is bone dry and acidic yet tastes overripe. Although the alcohol is refreshingly low, it has a raisiny flavor and bitter raisin-skin-like tannins.",Red X,16,81,California,California Other,California,X 2010 Red X Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2010-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,X ,Red,France,"For anybody looking for classic Bordeaux, this is the bottle to seek. “Classic” here means a wine with a tannic structure that also relies on a black currant flavor, with acidity providing freshness but not losing any concentration or aging potential. Keep for many years.",,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Gruaud Larose 2010 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gruaud-larose-2010-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Gruaud Larose 14.8,Red,Argentina,"LTU is superconcentrated, black as night, minerally, rich and wonderfully balanced. The palate is wide but well structured, while flavors of toasty oak, peppercorn and stirring black fruit are delicious. Toasty, chocolaty and macho to the last drop. Drink now–2016.",,65,94,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,LTU 2008 Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ltu-2008-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2008,LTU ,Red,France,"Ripe and juicy, this is already a delicious, fruity wine. It has a fresh fragrance, with tannins and a coffee flavor. Ample acidity gives the finish freshness. It still needs to age to reveal all its character.",,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Valandraud 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valandraud-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Valandraud ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is opulent, with a perfumed character. It has ripe tannins, which add to the wine's generous nature. The dry edge that comes from the core provides a solid, structured side to this age-worthy effort.",Vintage,80,93,Port,,,Quinta do Passadouro 2009 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-passadouro-2009-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Quinta do Passadouro 13.5,White,US,"A strong whiff of new French oak hits the nostrils when this is first opened, but with some airing it develops into an excellent, deeply concentrated Chardonnay. Apple, pear, melon and papaya flavors are all in play, with enough natural acidity to keep the wine lively and fresh. The finish has ample toast, and rolls along through a smooth and satisfying conclusion.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,22,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2010 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2010-stillwater-creek-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2010,Novelty Hill ,Red,France,"With powerful new-wood aromas and flavors, this is a wine that is smooth and polished, yet fruity. This has concentration and a dark character that comes from the opulent, ripe fruit. Give it at least 10 years.",,,93,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château le Gay 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-gay-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château le Gay ,Red,France,"One of the three properties owned by Marie-Laure Lurton, Tour de Bessan's 2010 is a firm, smoky wine, dark and firm in character. It has weight, a solid and rich feel and a juicy black-currant note. The finish shows both aging potential and attractive fruitiness.",,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château la Tour de Bessan 2010 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-bessan-2010-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Tour de Bessan ,Red,France,"This rounded wine is dense, with firm tannins that are well molded into its sweet-tasting structure. Packed with ripe fruit, this will age relatively quickly, giving pleasure in 5–6 years.",,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Rouget 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rouget-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Rouget ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A smooth, rich, almost toffee-flavored wine, this has ripe black-plum and raisin notes, with hints of pepper and dark chocolate. From what has become Cockburn's flagship quinta, this is a delicious wine for medium-term aging.",Quinta dos Canais Vintage,50,92,Port,,,Cockburn's 2009 Quinta dos Canais Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockburns-2009-quinta-canais-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Cockburn's ,Red,France,"Ripe and fruity, this has ripe tannin and rich red-berry flavors. It has a solid, firm background of dark tannins that promise good aging.",,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Clos l'Eglise 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-leglise-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Clos l'Eglise 14.5,Red,Australia,"Chunky cassis, tobacco and cedar mark the nose and palate of this textbook Cabernet. It's round in the mouth, with a long, richly textured finish that adds nuances of cocoa and dried herb. Like its close cousin from the Hickinbotham Vineyard, it can be drunk now–2025.",Sandown,45,92,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2008 Sandown Cabernet Sauvignon (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2008-sandown-cabernet-sauvignon-clarendon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Clarendon Hills 14.8,Red,US,"Sparkling wine specialist Schramsberg ventures out to the Fort Ross area to tinker with Pinot Noir under its Davies brand. This shows intensity and concentration, with powerful raspberry and cherry essences that are compounded by sweet-tasting, smoky oak. Impressive now, but it should gain traction in the bottle over the next four years.",Nobles Vineyard,50,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Davies 2010 Nobles Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davies-2010-nobles-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Davies 13.8,Red,Argentina,"This big, lush, friendly and serious Malbec is packed with prune, blackberry and toast aromas. On the palate, it's deep and layered, the perfect bed for flavors of blackberry, chocolate and herb to fill. Huge for sure, but still complex, with dynamite prune and licorice notes on the finish. Drink now–2015.",Kinien,48,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ruca Malen 2009 Kinien Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruca-malen-2009-kinien-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Ruca Malen ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This firm, perfumed, dry wine has concentrated spice and raisin flavors. Owned by the group that also owns Taylor Fladgate and Fonseca, Romariz continues to forge its own identity.",Vintage,55,92,Port,,,Romariz 2009 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/romariz-2009-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Romariz 14.5,Red,Australia,"This full-bodied Shiraz starts off plummy, with oak-derived accents of smoke and vanilla. Those elements also show up on the palate, picking up additional notes of blackberry, cedar and baking spice. The texture is velvety, and the finish is long and surprisingly elegant. Drink now–2025.",Lot 147 Single Vineyard,30,92,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Rocland Estate 2008 Lot 147 Single Vineyard Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocland-estate-2008-lot-147-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Rocland Estate 14.5,Red,US,"There's a soft voluptuousness to this Syrah that makes it instantly drinkable. It's intense in blackberry, cassis, mocha and grilled prosciutto notes, with lots of new French-oak influence adding toast, vanilla and caramel flavors. As sweet as it tastes, it finishes dry, long and spicy.",Eight Barrel Estate Grown and Bottled,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2009 Eight Barrel Estate Grown and Bottled Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2009-eight-barrel-estate-grown-bottled-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2009,Zaca Mesa 14.7,Red,US,"Made in a ripe, oaky style, this 100% Cabernet has powerful blackberry and cassis flavors that are a little warm. Its 95% new French oak is evident in the smoke, vanilla, toast and caramel notes. It's a very tannic wine that locks down the palate with dry astringency. All indications suggest the cellar. Give it at least eight years.",Mario's Vineyard,70,92,California,Napa,St. Helena,Trinchero 2009 Mario's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2009-marios-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Trinchero 14.5,Red,US,"This showcases the sweet-tasting, ripe fruit and powerful oak that characterizes all of Trinchero's 2009 reds. For a 100% Petit Verdot, it's unusually complete, with intense flavors of blackberry and blueberry jam, mocha, violet, smoky vanilla and toast. Drink now, after decanting, and over the next six years.",Central Park West,60,92,California,Napa,St. Helena,Trinchero 2009 Central Park West Petit Verdot (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2009-central-park-west-petit-verdot-napa-st-helena/,Petit Verdot,2009,Trinchero 14.8,Red,Australia,"Although this probably won't be easy to locate (only 64 of the 550 cases produced were imported to the U.S.), it is worth seeking out for its full, expansive mouthfeel; intense cassis and dark chocolate flavors; and long, velvety finish. Drink now–2025.",Yellow Hammer Hill,25,92,Victoria,Heathcote,,Wild Duck Creek Estate 2008 Yellow Hammer Hill Shiraz-Malbec (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-duck-creek-estate-2008-yellow-hammer-hill-red-blend-shiraz-malbec-heathcote/,Shiraz-Malbec,2008,Wild Duck Creek Estate 14.5,Red,Australia,"This plush, fruit-driven style of Shiraz displays aromas that resemble a cross between Nilla Wafers and graham crackers spread with berry preserves. The flavors follow along similar lines, underscored by hints of chocolate and coffee on the lingering finish.",Covenant,40,92,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Kilikanoon 2008 Covenant Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2008-covenant-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Kilikanoon 14.9,Red,US,"Atypical of a Rutherford Cabernet, this is in fact unlike most of today's expensive Cabernets from anywhere in Napa Valley. It's aggressively tannic and dry, and it seems emulate an older style, though the alcohol is considerably higher than anything from the old days. With a core of blackberries and black currants, it may well develop bottle complexity over the years.",,125,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Aiken 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aiken-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Aiken 14.8,Red,US,"The best wine to date from Ashley Trout, this single-vineyard Malbec seduces with its thick, dense, decadently lush flavors of black cherry and cassis. Licorice, tar, coffee and cacao notes come into play on the deep and lingering finish. If anything, the wine is even better on the second day, as the fruit flavors mature into a plummy Christmas-cake delight.",Gamache Vineyard,37,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Flying Trout 2010 Gamache Vineyard Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-trout-2010-gamache-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2010,Flying Trout 14,Red,Italy,"Dark and opulent, this has a modern touch, with soft oak tones that support pretty notes of black cherry, dark chocolate, spice and tobacco. The mouthfeel is rich, toasted and delicious, with a long, dry finish.",,38,92,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2008 Taurasi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2008-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2008,Feudi di San Gregorio 14.2,White,US,"This is the winery's best Chardonnay, but that's no surprise given its source: the famous Rochioli Vineyard. Right now, it's dominated by new oak influence, with buttered toast, butterscotch and caramel flavors. But there's an intense core of pineapples, oranges, green apples, nectarines and apricots, and the finish is absolutely dry. The vineyard's minerality and the Russian River's acidity provide balance. Give it until the summer of 2013, and then enjoy it for several more years.",Rochioli Vineyard,45,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2009 Rochioli Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2009-rochioli-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Gary Farrell 14.5,Red,France,"Boasting notes of dried flowers and herbs in its bouquet, this is a silky, elegant rendition of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. There's a sense of wet-stone minerality, along with notes of dried black fruit and dark chocolate. Licorice comes through on the lengthy finish.",Cuvée Laurence,113,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine du Pegau 2008 Cuvée Laurence Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pegau-2008-cuvee-laurence-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine du Pegau 15,Red,France,"Le Châtaignier is a luxury cuvée of the domaine's oldest vines, approximately 96% Grenache and 4% Mourvèdre. Bright red fruit flavors of raspberry and cherry are complemented by coffee and chocolate notes (the wine spends four months in oak). For a 2009, it's crisp and on the firm side, so give it until next year, and then drink it through 2025.",Le Châtaignier,68,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Nalys 2009 Le Châtaignier Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nalys-2009-le-chataignier-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de Nalys ,Red,France,"Complex tannins lend this wine weight and structure. It has a good sense of freshness, and its black currant flavor underscores the dark, dry core.",,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Bienfaisance 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bienfaisance-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château la Bienfaisance 13,Red,France,"This wine starts with a shock of acidity, followed by a ripe blackberry note. It is upright, structured and still young, and its sweetness is just beginning to show through the tannins and acidity. Give it 3–4 years.",,38,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Barrail Lamarzelle Figeac 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-barrail-lamarzelle-figeac-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Grand Barrail Lamarzelle Figeac ,Dessert,France,"This ripe wine's delicious sweetness comes from the delicious honey, ripe apricot and mango flavors. Delicate acidity is balanced against these notes, giving the palate a citrusy edge.",,,92,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Filhot 2009 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-filhot-2009-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Filhot ,Red,France,"Located north of Margaux village, Deyrem Valentin is a small, family-owned property of 32 acres that represents one of the values of Margaux. This wine is smooth, polished and concentrated, with flavors of wood and a sweet-tasting blackberry. The acidity and tannins demonstrate a fine balancing act. This shows good aging potential.",,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Deyrem Valentin 2010 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-deyrem-valentin-2010-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Deyrem Valentin ,Red,France,"This fine, rich, fruity wine is from a chateau controlled by the Lurton family. It is solid, concentrated and dense, packed with blackberry flavor. Deliciously juicy now, it has the tannins and acidity that suggest it is capable of aging for many years.",,,92,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château de Villegeorge 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-villegeorge-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Villegeorge 13.5,Red,France,"This firmly tannic wine, characteristic of Saint-Estèphe, is very dry. Underneath the dryness, there is a delicious, opulent juiciness that brings out black currant and plum flavors. It's obviously a wine for the long haul; keep for at least six years.",,23,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Sérilhan 2010 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-serilhan-2010-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Sérilhan 14.8,Red,US,"This wine earns a high score for sheer extravagance. It's soft, velvety and sweet-tasting, boasting chocolate, cherry, currant, cassis, bacon and smoky oak flavors. High alcohol makes it feel a little warm, but that's the price you pay for such ripeness. Made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot and Malbec, it will pair beautifully with barbecue.",O.P.C. 10th Anniversary,48,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Buoncristiani 2008 O.P.C. 10th Anniversary Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buoncristiani-2008-opc-10th-anniversary-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Buoncristiani 14.5,Red,US,"This is consistently one of Zaca Mesa's best Syrahs of several bottlings they produce every vintage. The mildly cool year was kind to the fruit, giving controlled blackberry and black currant flavors that are wrapped in refined tannins. The wine finishes with a swirl of smoke and peppery spice, plus a touch of warmth from the alcohol. Drink now–2015.",Mesa Reserve Estate Grown and Bottled,44,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2009 Mesa Reserve Estate Grown and Bottled Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2009-reserve-estate-grown-bottled-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2009,Zaca Mesa 14.4,Red,US,"If the first duty of a wine is to be delicious, this Pinot more than lives up to the obligation. It doesn't show the delicacy or silkiness of a classic Russian River Pinot Noir, being a little heavy and full-bodied. But it's fabulously rich and opulent, offering a tapestry of berry, mocha, spice and smoky oak notes. Soft, smooth tannins and crisp acids add to the pleasure. Drink this over the next few years.",Gold Ridge Vineyard Semper,85,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Tuck Beckstoffer 2009 Gold Ridge Vineyard Semper Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tuck-beckstoffer-2009-gold-ridge-vineyard-semper-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Tuck Beckstoffer 14.7,Red,US,"This is a very big, rich, dense Pinot Noir, and some will fault it for having the high alcohol and full body that are characteristic of Cabernet. Nonetheless, this is immensely complex and dramatic, offering wave after wave of concentrated black cherry and red currant, with notes of bacon and sweet oak. Gets better and more attractive as it warms in the glass. Drink now–2016.",Ellenboch Vineyard Semper,85,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Tuck Beckstoffer 2009 Ellenboch Vineyard Semper Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tuck-beckstoffer-2009-ellenboch-vineyard-semper-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Tuck Beckstoffer 14.5,Red,France,"T-L has three cuvées of Châteauneuf, and while this is the least expensive, it's also the most enjoyable now. A hint of sweaty horse blanket may put off some tasters, but this full-bodied, lushly textured wine features ample raspberry and cherry flavors, copious spices and a long, softly dusty finish. Drink it over the next 5–8 years.",,56,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Tardieu-Laurent 2009 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2009-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Tardieu-Laurent ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Vincent Bouchard's Quinta do Tedo has produced an outstanding 2009. It's in the soft, rich and ripe style of the year; its flavors of black plum juice and sweet berry have a rounded character, with underlying structure that promises good aging.",Vintage,,93,Port,,,Quinta do Tedo 2009 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-tedo-2009-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Quinta do Tedo ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This opulent wine is very ripe. From Dow's flagship vineyard, it is a sweeter wine than many of its kind, showing a caramel note and soft tannins. Within all of its sweet fruit is a firm, dry, structured core.",Quinta do Bomfim Vintage,48,93,Port,,,Dow's 2009 Quinta do Bomfim Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dows-2009-quinta-bomfim-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Dow's 13.5,Red,France,"From one of the few Saint-Julien properties that are not cru classé, this nevertheless shows all the class of the appellation. It has ripe black-currant and berry flavors, laced with acidity and dry, dense tannins. Its richness is still developing. This has considerable aging potential.",,115,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château les Ormes 2010 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ormes-2010-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château les Ormes ,Red,France,"This powerful effort is holding back on its richness now, but it has great potential. It has concentration, firm tannins and round fruit that will soften over the next several years.",,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Edmus 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-edmus-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Edmus ,Red,France,"From the Poujeaux section of Moulis, Dutruch Grand Poujeaux is still family-owned and -inhabited. This is deliciously fruity and the juicy black-currant flavor is firmly balanced by ripe, generous tannins. A concentrated wine that will certainly age well.",,,93,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Dutruch Grand Poujeaux 2010 Moulis-en-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dutruch-grand-poujeaux-2010-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Dutruch Grand Poujeaux 14.5,Red,Italy,"One of the nicest red wines to emerge from the Mediterranean island of Sardinia, Barrua presents lush berry fruit woven with delicate notes of spice, leather and sweet chocolate. The wine is smooth, rich and long-lasting thanks to the delicious quality of its fruit.",Barrua,,93,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Agricola Punica 2009 Barrua Red (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-punica-2009-barrua-red-isola-nuraghi/,Red Blend,2009,Agricola Punica 14.9,Red,US,"This small-production Pinot is ripe and intense. It immediately strikes you with the sheer opulence of its cherry and blueberry flavors. But the structure is immaculate, with pure, refined tannins, plus bright, zesty acids. It has a lot of alcohol, and the wine is a bit warm, but Pinot-friendly foods like steak and lamb will help to balance it. Drink now–2016.",Barbara's Clone 667,80,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2010 Barbara's Clone 667 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2010-barbaras-clone-667-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Cambria 14.5,Red,US,"Bokisch has made a Tempranillo that's relatively light in body, bursting with an earthy tobacco tone, with a backbone of leather. The palate feels velvety, with soft but structured tannins, bearing black cherry and dark chocolate flavors. This has to be one of California's best Tempranillos.",,21,93,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Bokisch 2010 Tempranillo (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bokisch-2010-tempranillo-central-valley-lodi/,Tempranillo,2010,Bokisch 14.5,White,US,"Roussanne is really hard to pull off in California, but if anyone can do it, Zaca Mesa can. It's as good as the 2007, showing nectarine, pear and tangerine flavors, with the creamy, yeasty complexities of a fine barrel-fermented Chardonnay. It's dry and crisp in acidity and even has a fine, steely minerality. Drink now.",Estate Grown and Bottled,25,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2009 Estate Grown and Bottled Roussanne (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2009-estate-grown-bottled-roussanne-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Roussanne,2009,Zaca Mesa ,Red,France,"The former home of Alexis Lichine is now owned by a Pacific-based French mining company. The low yields of the 2010 (the vineyard was hit by hail) have produced a smooth and rich style of wine, which is weighty while also showing fine acidity on the finish. This has definite aging potential.",,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Prieuré-Lichine 2010 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-prieure-lichine-2010-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Prieuré-Lichine 14,Red,Spain,"This wine is absolutely what fans of traditional Rioja should be on the lookout for. It's smooth, elegant and complex on the bouquet, the perfect introduction to a firm yet classy palate, with berry, plum, spice, tobacco and vanilla flavors. Dry, toasty and just right on the finish. Drink now–2020.",Gran Reserva,33,93,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Beronia 2005 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beronia-2005-gran-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2005,Beronia ,Dessert,France,"Quite closed up, this wine has weight and intensity that will give concentration to the potentially ripe flavors of apricots, mandarin oranges and a twist of lemon zest. All of these flavors are integrated with the developing honeyed richness.",,,93,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Doisy-Védrines 2009 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-doisy-vedrines-2009-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Doisy-Védrines 15,Red,France,"Jaboulet has been investing heavily in recent years, and the terrific 2009 Terre Ferme is one of the payoffs. It's meaty and plummy on the nose, with an expansive, plush mouthfeel. Plum and black cherry flavors work well with the leather and cedar notes, while the finish lingers, picking up hints of cinnamon and licorice. Drink 2015–2025.",Domaine de Terre Ferme,100,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2009 Domaine de Terre Ferme Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2009-domaine-terre-ferme-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 14.2,Red,US,"This bears a silky texture that's light and pleasant on the palate, but there's nothing light about the flavors. It offers blasts of ripe, pure raspberry, cherry and Dr. Pepper, with lots of exotic spice. Decant and drink now, but it should also age for up to eight years.",Sundawg Ridge Vineyard,50,93,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Sequana 2010 Sundawg Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequana-2010-sundawg-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Sequana ,Red,France,"Solid, concentrated and balanced, this has flavors of black plum skin and blackberry along with licorice and toast notes. Impressive and ready for long-term aging.",,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Sansonnet 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sansonnet-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Sansonnet ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Fine and ripe, this is a sweet—while also complex—wine from Graham's flagship estate. Its tannins lead easily to ripe flavors of black plum and berry juice, resulting in a wine that is firm, full bodied, fruity and generous. It needs to age.",Quinta dos Malvedos Vintage,58,93,Port,,,W. & J. Graham's 2010 Quinta dos Malvedos Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/w-j-grahams-2010-quinta-malvedos-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2010,W. & J. Graham's 14.2,Red,Australia,"The Menzies is Yalumba's top Coonawarra Cabernet, and its quality has improved tremendously over recent vintages. The 2008 is pure and ripe, with great black-cherry and cassis flavors, framed by an elegant vanilla-oak note. It's full bodied and plushly textured without being unstructured, and it should drink well over the next 15 years.",The Menzies,50,93,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Yalumba 2008 The Menzies Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2008-menzies-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Yalumba 14.8,Red,US,"This refined, gorgeous and integrated Cabernet features ripe raspberry and cassis flavors, with a subtle swirl of cinnamon and a wall of supple tannins. This wine will age another 5–7 years. Pair it with a steak.",Smith Ranch,65,93,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2009 Smith Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2009-smith-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Steven Kent ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Floral, ripe and fragrant, this is a stand-out from a new entrant on the vintage Port scene. The forward blackberry flavor is full of sweet tannins. At the same time, the structure, with its core of dense dryness, does promise good aging. This is concentrated and full of potential.",Quinta do Mourão São Leonardo Vintage,,93,Port,,,Mário Braga 2009 Quinta do Mourão São Leonardo Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-braga-2009-quinta-mourao-sao-leonardo-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Mário Braga 14.5,Red,Australia,"The 2007 St. Henri remains broodingly dark in both color and flavor profile. Blackberry and plum notes are accented by roasted meat, leather and mocha in this full-bodied, densely packed wine. The tannins are a bit chewy right now, but the finish is long and reveals promising glimmers of fruit that portend well for aging. Drink 2018–2025 and beyond.",St. Henri,65,93,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2007 St. Henri Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2007-st-henri-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2007,Penfolds ,Red,France,"There are strong mint and herb aromas on this round, sweet-tasting wine. Its fresh texture is infused with a pleasing black-currant flavor. The tannins indicate that it's also an age-worthy, complex wine.",,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,La Mondotte 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mondotte-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,La Mondotte 14.8,Red,US,"Grown in Calistoga, this is textbook Petite Sirah: It's black as a moonless night, bone dry, intensely tannic and enormously packed in fruit. Those tannins really lock the wine down in astringency, but they can't hide the massive burst of blackberry, cassis liqueur, mocha, crispy bacon and black pepper. Nowhere near ready to drink, it's a wine to be cellared for 5–6 years, at the very least. It should glide through the decades effortlessly, gradually losing tannins and growing more clean and pure.",Miljenko's Vineyard Estate Grown,55,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2008 Miljenko's Vineyard Estate Grown Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2008-miljenkos-vineyard-estate-grown-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Grgich Hills ,Red,France,"Powerful tannins give this wine its dense, concentrated character. It is dark and dense, very dry at this stage and needing at least 10 years to round itself out. However, the presence of fruit promises a good future.",,98,93,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Vray Croix de Gay 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vray-croix-gay-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Vray Croix de Gay ,Dessert,France,"This wine is still very closed. That said, its promise is in the rich, weighty texture. It shows a ripe feel, with orange and lemon freshness. On the finish, the acidity is dominant.",,,93,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Sigalas Rabaud 2009 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sigalas-rabaud-2009-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Sigalas Rabaud ,Red,France,"This chateau is under the same ownership as Saint-Julien's Château Talbot. The wine is firm, fruity, rich and concentrated, showing all the best qualities of 2010. There is a complex array of black fruits which are sustained by the firm, solid tannins. Age for at least 6–7 years.",,,93,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Sénéjac 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-senejac-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Sénéjac 14,Red,Italy,"Il Sigillo, which translates to “the seal,” opens with huge intensity and balance, which sets this expression of Aglianico apart from the rest. It delivers sweet, ripe tannins and a larger-than-life mouthfeel that promises a long future ahead. The nose shows a black fruit layer, backed by spice, leather, rum cake and tobacco notes. Keep for 10 years or more.",Il Sigillo,55,93,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Cantine del Notaio 2007 Il Sigillo (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-notaio-2007-il-sigillo-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2007,Cantine del Notaio ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"With firm, smoky tannins and a dark bitter-cherry flavor, this is a dense wine. It is fully ripe and rich, with a firm kick at the back. Tough and age worthy, it expresses the schist soil of the region.",Quinta do Castelo Melhor Vintage,75,93,Port,,,Duorum 2010 Quinta do Castelo Melhor Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duorum-2010-quinta-castelo-melhor-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2010,Duorum ,Red,France,"One of the chateaus owned by négociant Borie-Manoux, Lynch-Moussas has produced a fine, stylish 2010, which is firmly based on Cabernet Sauvignon. The fruit is rich and ripe, dominated by a blackberry note and underpinned by tannins. This is a chateau to watch.",,80,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lynch-Moussas 2010 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lynch-moussas-2010-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lynch-Moussas ,Red,France,"This gorgeous wine is full of ripe fruits, which are balanced with solid tannins, produing a complex, densely structured wine. It shows promise for the long term.",,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Louis 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-louis-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Louis ,Red,France,"Big tannins give this wine a powerful structure. It has a dense texture that is slowly revealing the sweet-tasting fruit. Powerful and concentrated, it has a long future.",,96,93,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château le Bon Pasteur 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-bon-pasteur-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château le Bon Pasteur ,Red,France,"With vineyards in the west of Saint-Julien, Lagrange produces wines that are polished and elegant. In 2010, that style has been suffused with tannins while also delivering a black currant flavor. The wine is rich and ripe, with just the right amount of tannic structure for the fruit.",,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Lagrange 2010 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrange-2010-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lagrange ,Red,France,"This is a wine with great potential, benefiting from the Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend. Structured and powerful, it has solid tannins that mask the blackberry and currant flavors. It's for long-term aging, one of the few wines in Pauillac that is not a classified growth.",,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Fonbadet 2010 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonbadet-2010-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Fonbadet ,Red,France,"An ugly duckling at en primeur time, this has since blossomed into a wine that is structured, tending toward severity. Yet it also has richness in the form of layered black fruit, with smooth wood influence and tight acidity on the finish. It's a wine for long-term aging.",,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Durfort-Vivens 2010 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-durfort-vivens-2010-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Durfort-Vivens 14.9,Red,US,"This is the first vintage for this wine, made by Syncline's James Mantone. A delectable blend of 48% Mourvèdre, 28% Grenache and 24% Syrah, aged in 100% neutral oak barrels, this is a sappy, concentrated, mouth-pleasing blast of plum, cherry and spice. As it rolls across the palate, the distinct impression is of chocolate-covered cherries.",Collaboration Series VI Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,50,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Force Majeure 2009 Collaboration Series VI Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/force-majeure-2009-collaboration-series-vi-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Force Majeure 14,Red,Italy,"One of the most important expressions of Merlot from southern Italy, Pàtrimo is a soft and decadent wine, boasting an excellent quality of ripe fruit that's backed by pretty tones of crushed stone, lead pencil and Indian spice. The mouthfeel is rich, generous and long lasting.",Pàtrimo,105,93,Southern Italy,Campania,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2009 Pàtrimo Merlot (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2009-patrimo-merlot-campania/,Merlot,2009,Feudi di San Gregorio ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A firm and very structured wine, this is for long-term aging. At this young stage, the fruit seems extracted, but this will pass as the weight of the dense damson skin and tannic character shines through. Complex and finally ripe.",Vintage,80,93,Port,,,Duorum 2009 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duorum-2009-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Duorum ,Red,France,"This wine shows black currant fruit, with just the right balancing acidity. Talbot is progressing well in its quest to bring out its fine terroir.",,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Talbot 2010 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-talbot-2010-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Talbot 14,Red,Spain,"This textbook example of classic Rioja is light yet strong, with tobacco, earth and spice aromas accenting dry raspberry and plum scents. It feels juicy and agile, with popping acidity and crisp flavors of red plum and cherry. Like its gran reserva cousin from 2005, this finishes dry and can stand up to additional aging. Drink 2014–2025.",Selección 198 Barricas,80,93,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Beronia 2005 Selección 198 Barricas (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beronia-2005-seleccion-198-barricas-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2005,Beronia ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is ripe and finely balanced, with integrated tannins and rich fruit. Full of texture, this single quinta wine is from the Vista Alegre Vineyard in the heart of Pinhão. It's a complex effort, with great potential.",Quinta da Vista Alegre Vintage,,93,Port,,,Vallegre 2010 Quinta da Vista Alegre Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallegre-2010-quinta-vista-alegre-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2010,Vallegre 14.5,Red,US,"A very delicious Pinot Noir, this has tremendous waves of cherry compote, red licorice, sweet pomegranate, cocoa and smoky sandalwood flavors. It's a great representative of the 2010 vintage.",,85,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Tuck Beckstoffer 2010 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tuck-beckstoffer-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Tuck Beckstoffer 14.4,Red,US,"One sip is all it takes to fall in love with this wine. It's soft, gentle and enormously rich, with a velvety mouthfeel. Blended from all five classic Bordeaux varieties, it shows luxurious blackberry jam, cherry pie, red licorice, cocoa, cinnamon spice and sweet-smoky sandalwood flavors. Drink now–2015, before it loses its fresh primary fruit.",Elivette,125,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spring Mountain Vineyard 2009 Elivette Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-2009-elivette-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Spring Mountain Vineyard 13,White,Germany,"Ebullient floral and honey notes bolster the intense, ripe, fleshy mango and peach flavors in this powerful Riesling. Full bodied and remarkably dry in style, with a richly textured, almost feathered mouthfeel. It finishes exceptionally long, with a bristle of lemon-lime acidity.",Rüdesheim Berg Rottland Erstes Gewächs,68,93,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2010 Rüdesheim Berg Rottland Erstes Gewächs Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2010-rudesheim-berg-rottland-erstes-gewachs-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Johannishof 12.8,Red,US,"Flavors of cherry compote, Dr. Pepper, vanilla, exotic spice and sandalwood are brightened by acidity, making this easy to mistake for a Pinot Noir. This is rich, vital and complex, so pair it with fare like roast duck or lamb. Greg La Follette has taken the lead in California in exploring the Meunier possibilities, with brilliant results. Drink now–2017.",Van der Kamp Vineyard,37,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,La Follette 2011 Van der Kamp Vineyard Pinot Meunier (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/follette-2011-van-der-kamp-vineyard-other-red-pinot-meunier-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Meunier,2011,La Follette 14.8,White,US,"This is a blend of Chardonnay and Roussanne, which were grown in Santa Barbara County's Watch Hill and Bien Nacido vineyards. It's extraordarily rich in orange and mango flavors, with new oak notes of vanilla and buttered toast. Crisp acidity and stony minerality provide good balance. The richness suggests drinking with lobster, crab and scallop dishes.",Out of Line,60,93,California,California Other,California,Sanguis 2010 Out of Line White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2010-out-line-white-other/,White Blend,2010,Sanguis ,Red,France,"From a 30-acre property next to Château Chasse-Spleen, this 2010 is solid, dark and rich, typical of the vintage. There is a veneer of smooth new wood that opens to reveal firm, solid tannins. This is big, structured and ready for long-term aging.",,,93,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Branas Grand Poujeaux 2010 Moulis-en-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-branas-grand-poujeaux-2010-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Branas Grand Poujeaux 13.5,White,Germany,"Voluptuous and almost creamy on the palate, this very dry yet intensely fruity Riesling is chock full of sweet white peach and orange blossom flavors, balanced by a shimmer of minerality and piercing acidity on the long finish.",Kiedrich Gräfenberg Erstes Gewächs Trocken,88,93,Rheingau,,,Robert Weil 2010 Kiedrich Gräfenberg Erstes Gewächs Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-weil-2010-kiedrich-grafenberg-erstes-gewachs-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Robert Weil 12.4,Red,US,"There's magic up in Hank Beckmeyer's hills. The Suma Kaw Vineyard in the Sierra Foothills is a prized source for Rhône varieties, where the Mourvèdre typically gets blended in with Syrah, but not here, where it is given room to exude fresh, bright, earthy tones amid an intensity of raspberry, strawberry and just-ripe cherry. A hint of leather surfaces on the finish.",Suma Kaw,24,93,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,La Clarine Farm 2011 Suma Kaw Mourvèdre (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarine-farm-2011-suma-kaw-mourvedre-sierra-foothills/,Mourvèdre,2011,La Clarine Farm 14.5,Red,Australia,"Full bodied and richly textured, this is a terrific example of Barossa Shiraz. From its smoky aromas and intense, briary scents to its complex, earthy, spicy flavors with an undercurrent of blackberry, this is a complete package. The long finish is slightly chewy, suggesting that additional aging is warranted. Drink 2016–2025.",Green's Vineyard,104,93,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Kilikanoon 2008 Green's Vineyard Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2008-greens-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Kilikanoon 14.6,Red,US,"There's a delicious approachability to this Zinfandel that makes it drinkable now despite having some formidable Howell Mountain tannins. In that, it calls to mind the wonderful 2008. The flavors are enormously concentrated, with notes of blackberry, black currant, cured meat, black pepper and baking spice, lending terrific complexity that changes in the glass with every sip. It displays Zinfandel's wild, brambly character while preserving Napa's elegance and balance.",Black-Sears Vineyard,37,93,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Elyse 2009 Black-Sears Vineyard Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-2009-black-sears-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,2009,Elyse 15.5,Red,Australia,"The quality of the wine emerging from this producer located off the coast of South Australia continues to impress. This is a big, brash Shiraz, screaming with vanilla and mixed berry flavors, yet the result is some kind of harmony, even with the volume turned up to 11. It's full bodied and plushly textured, with a long, layered finish. Delicious now and over the five years or more.",,30,93,South Australia,Kangaroo Island,,Hazyblur 2007 Shiraz (Kangaroo Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hazyblur-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-kangaroo-island/,Shiraz,2007,Hazyblur ,Red,France,"With the release of this hugely tannic wine, this serious chateau—under the direction of the Tesseron family, which also owns Château Pontet-Canet—continues its recent upward progress. The structure currently hides opulent fruit that holds great promise for the future. With both power and richness, there's a long life ahead.",,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Lafon-Rochet 2010 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafon-rochet-2010-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lafon-Rochet ,Red,France,"Dauzac, whose vineyards are in the south of Margaux, has produced a severe wine in 2010, full of impressive tannins. It is not without charm, however, and it will certainly fill out its serious structure over the next several years. Give this dense wine time.",,80,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Chateau Dauzac 2010 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dauzac-2010-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Chateau Dauzac 14.5,Red,France,"This starts off attractively, with a lifted raspberry aroma and just a tiny touch of mint. The red fruit presence expands on the palate, hitting notes of cherry and raspberry and adding hints of spices, like cinnamon and clove. It's full bodied yet supple, with a long, dusty-textured finish that bodes well for aging over the next decade or two.",,50,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Font de Michelle 2009 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-font-michelle-2009-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine Font de Michelle ,Red,France,"A structured wine from this small 17-acre Pauillac cru bourgeois, this shows weight, intense black-currant fruitiness and density from the high proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend. Dark and brooding, it's likely to age for many years.",,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château La Fleur Peyrabon 2010 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-peyrabon-2010-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Fleur Peyrabon ,Red,France,"Big and fruity, this is packed with sweet-tasting complex tannins. It is smooth, very dark, ripe and generous. The black fruit flavor gives opulence as well as the power that propels the wine. It needs several years of aging.",,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Faugères 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-faugeres-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Faugères 14.5,Red,France,"The Ogier firm, which controls this property, has made great strides recently. This is full bodied and silky in texture without being overly soft, and it boasts complex, well-integrated, interleaving notes of dark fruit, mocha, spice and earth. Drink 2015–2025.",,28,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Clos de L'Oratoire des Papes 2009 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-loratoire-papes-2009-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Clos de L'Oratoire des Papes 14,Red,Australia,"Dry Red No. 2 is virtually all Shiraz, though small amounts of Viognier, Marsanne and Mataro are often included. The 2008 displays slightly vegetal shadings of capsicum and tomato that may prove controversial, but there's ample cassis as well, rounded out by a cedar note. Its medium weight and delicate, silky texture combine to impart those ineffable qualities of grace and elegance.",Dry Red Wine No. 2,95,94,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yarra Yering 2008 Dry Red Wine No. 2 Shiraz-Viognier (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yarra-yering-2008-dry-red-wine-no-2-shiraz-syrah-viognier-yarra-valley/,Shiraz-Viognier,2008,Yarra Yering ,Red,France,"Confirming its place in the firmament of Pauillac greats, Clerc Milon's 2010 has huge density, and is packed with dark tannins and blackberry flavor. It has a delicious freshness that cuts right through, lifting the concentration. With its tannins, this promises long-term aging.",,,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Clerc Milon 2010 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clerc-milon-2010-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Clerc Milon ,Red,France,"Fruity and juicy, this showcases the accessibility of this estate, while also highlighting some of the tannic structure of its big brother, Léoville-Barton. There is a classic black-currant note that's balanced by the firm tannins of the vintage.",,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Langoa Barton 2010 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-langoa-barton-2010-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Langoa Barton ,Dessert,France,"Gold in color, this is a wine with notes of spice, rich fruit and honey, which are all surrounded by intense botrytis. This is a wine that has great aging potential, and its superripeness develops slowly on the palate.",,,94,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Lamothe Guignard 2009 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-guignard-2009-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Lamothe Guignard ,Dessert,France,"This is packed with botrytis, expressing richness rather than pure sweetness. With its citrus and apricot flavors, this is a complex wine, with the structure lending the palate weight.",,,94,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Clos Haut-Peyraguey 2009 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clos-haut-peyraguey-2009-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Clos Haut-Peyraguey ,Red,France,"Beychevelle's style privileges elegance over weight, and such is the case with the 2010. It's a pure-fruited, ripe and lightly tannic wine, emphasizing a blackberry note. This will evolve relatively quickly, reaching a peak in approximately eight years.",,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Beychevelle 2010 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beychevelle-2010-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Beychevelle ,Red,US,"Supple and sturdy, this beautifully structured blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Syrah, which uses fruit sourced from the estate vineyard, utilizes the best assets of both grapes. The Cabernet gives it both firmness and depth, while the Syrah pipes in vivid, juicy, berry flavors. Still young and primary, the best is clearly yet to come.",Phinny Hill Vineyard Columbia Rediviva,50,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buty 2009 Phinny Hill Vineyard Columbia Rediviva Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2009-phinny-hill-vineyard-columbia-rediviva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2009,Buty 15.6,Red,US,"This is a big, voluptuous and unbelievably concentrated wine. The blend is Grenache, Syrah and Viognier, grown in two great vineyards, Thompson and Bien Nacido. It dazzles with intense cherry and raspberry purée flavors that are blanketed in sweet, smoky, vanilla-scented new oak. The alcohol is high, but the wine wears it well. Drink now.",Levity,70,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanguis 2009 Levity Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2009-levity-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Sanguis ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This rich and juicy wine from the Pinhão Valley has enormous potential, as shown by its strong, tannic character and firm structure. The foot-trodden grapes lend great flavor intensity, fine concentration and a note of blackberry juice. It will age well.",Pintas Vintage,80,94,Port,,,Wine & Soul 2009 Pintas Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-soul-2009-pintas-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Wine & Soul 14.3,White,US,"This hits the palate with a strong oak presence, marked by flavors of buttered toast, butterscotch, honey and vanilla. But the wine evolves to show rich tropical fruit flavors that are brightened by crisp acidity. It defines California's modern take on white Burgundy.",Ulises Valdez Vineyard,70,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paul Hobbs 2010 Ulises Valdez Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-hobbs-2010-ulises-valdez-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Paul Hobbs ,Red,France,"Big, floral, ripe and juicy, this epitomizes the richness of the 2009 vintage. It offers firm tannins and generous, forward fruits.",,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Valandraud 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valandraud-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Valandraud 14,Red,France,"Prices for this estate's wines have skyrocketed, but there is no doubting the quality in the bottle. The 2009 Cuvée Réservée is a huge wine, overflowing with intense black cherry and plum flavors to the point of seeming a bit sweet. Yet it's all framed by strong yet softly dusty tannins that should see it age well for at least 15 years.",Cuvée Réservée,111,94,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine du Pegau 2009 Cuvée Réservée Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pegau-2009-cuvee-reservee-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine du Pegau 14.9,Red,US,"Classic Cambria Pinot from the Santa Maria Valley, this is translucent in color, silky in texture and bone dry, yet unbelievably concentrated. Full bodied and warm in alcohol, it has massive flavors of cherry compote, cranberry, persimmon, sweet, smoky oak and crushed spice. It should age gracefully over the next six years.",Estate Grown & Bottled Clone No. 4,52,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2010 Estate Grown & Bottled Clone No. 4 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2010-estate-grown-bottled-clone-no-4-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Cambria ,Red,France,"With advice from consultant and Bordeaux University professor Denis Dubourdieu, Batailley has improved immensely in the past few years. This 2010 reinforces that trend, revealing a wine that is structured with Cabernet Sauvignon and is attractive with black currant fruitiness. Age for the medium-term.",,89,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Batailley 2010 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-batailley-2010-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Batailley ,Dessert,France,"Superbly ripe, this wine shows upfront botrytis and honey flavors. At its core, it bears opulence, with depth and concentration. The open character of the wine is shot through with lemon and orange zest flavors.",,,94,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château de Malle 2009 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malle-2009-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château de Malle ,Dessert,France,"Dense and rich, this wine has concentrated flavors of botrytis and floral honey. The wine gives the impression of sweetness, with balancing acidity and a core of dryness. Weighty and dense, it's likely to age.",,,94,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Coutet 2009 Barsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coutet-2009-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Coutet ,Dessert,France,"This powerful, rich wine is densely packed with sweetness and citrus flavors. Honey and lemon notes combine with a dry core of botrytis, offering intensity and a complex sweet-and-sour finish.",,,94,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey 2009 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafaurie-peyraguey-2009-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey ,Dessert,France,"This is a smoky, rich wine that shows evident wood aging. This feature adds weight, though the sweetness is currently muted. It is a wine with potential intensity; the fruit and acidity will emerge in several years.",,,94,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Guiraud 2009 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-guiraud-2009-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Guiraud ,Dessert,France,"In this concentrated wine, an opulent botrytis character dominates. Notes of yellow and citrus fruits combine with a lemon-flavored honey accent to produce a wine that has both richness and intense acidity. It needs to age.",,,94,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Nairac 2009 Barsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nairac-2009-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Nairac 14,Red,France,"Obviously wood-aged, with a smoky toast flavor, this is a wine that shows the power of Saint-Estèphe tannins in full force. At the same time, there is a blackberry character that adds richness and juiciness, which cuts through the dry core. Age for at least 7–8 years.",,35,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Lilian Ladouys 2010 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lilian-ladouys-2010-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lilian Ladouys ,Red,France,"One of the Lurton properties in Margaux, Brane Cantenac is showing the richness of its finely placed vineyard in this 2010. Smoky wood and ripe blackberry are among the flavors of a wine that is complex, complete and concentrated. It will certainly age well.",,,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Brane-Cantenac 2010 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brane-cantenac-2010-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Brane-Cantenac ,Red,France,"This full, fruity wine is packed with acidity as well as ripeness. It has a fresh black-currant character, and the structure underneath is strong. It will develop relatively quickly, but then could hold at its peak for many years.",,,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Kirwan 2010 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-kirwan-2010-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Kirwan 14.2,Red,US,"Still the best wine in the lineup, this Bordeaux-style blend, made by Cadence's Ben Smith, is two-thirds Cabernet Sauvignon, which is sourced from some of the oldest vines on Red Mountain, planted in 1975 and 1982. Concentrated, tannic and dense, it matches the superb fruit with captivating notes of seed bread and cayenne pepper.",Collaboration Series I Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,55,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Force Majeure 2009 Collaboration Series I Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/force-majeure-2009-collaboration-series-i-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Force Majeure 14.5,Red,Italy,"This special wine is aged for 18 months in oak and shows a massively long and intense finish, with evolving notes of black fruit, ash, prune, spice, leather and bitter black chocolate. It showcases the hard work achieved by Feudi di San Gregorio over the years. This should age for 10 years or more.",Piano di Montevergine Riserva,65,94,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2007 Piano di Montevergine Riserva (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2007-piano-montevergine-riserva-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2007,Feudi di San Gregorio 15.1,Red,US,"This hovers on the verge of overripeness, with a hint of raisin, but it wisely pulls back at the last second into a luscious fortress of blackberry, cassis, chocolate and sweet smoky oak. So smooth and luxurious on the palate, the texture dazzles, despite some heat. The all-important tannins are nearly perfect. Drink now–2016, especially with steak.",Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard,175,94,California,Napa,St. Helena,Paul Hobbs 2009 Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-hobbs-2009-beckstoffer-las-piedras-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Paul Hobbs 14.5,Red,Spain,"This varietal Syrah from the land of Garnacha is downright superb, and for $30 it qualifies as an outstanding value. Black cherry and ripe berry aromas are big and inviting, while the palate is thick, layered and still racy due to fine acidity. Flavors of blackberry, chocolate, vanilla and baking spice run for miles on the generous finish. Drink now–2016.",,30,94,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Pagos del Moncayo 2009 Syrah (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pagos-moncayo-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-campo-borja/,Syrah,2009,Pagos del Moncayo 14.8,Red,US,"This hits the jackpot. You taste it and are struck by its incredible richness, but then the balance kicks in, making it all the more impressive. It shows intense mountain flavors of blackberry, currant and dark chocolate, which are set into firm tannins. New oak brings delicious layers of vanilla and buttered toast. So good now, you can hardly keep your hands off the cork, but it should develop for many years.",,80,94,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Robert Craig 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Robert Craig 14.1,White,US,"Made in the popular modern style, this is a particular success. It shows ultraconcentrated orange, apricot, green apple and peach flavors that are wrapped into a creamy texture, and a strong coating of oak brings layers of butterscotch, buttered toast and vanilla. This richness would be excessive without the minerality and acidity that Sonoma Mountain brings. Don't drink this too cold.",Richard Dinner Vineyard Cuvée Agustina,100,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Paul Hobbs 2010 Richard Dinner Vineyard Cuvée Agustina Chardonnay (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-hobbs-2010-richard-dinner-vineyard-cuvee-agustina-chardonnay-sonoma-mountain/,Chardonnay,2010,Paul Hobbs ,Red,France,"Closed at this stage, this promises a huge, ripe future. Toast and spice notes are balanced around a black plum flavor. The dense, dark tannins create a brooding character, which is balanced by freshness on the finish. Give this wine at least 10 years.",,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Angélus 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-angelus-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Angélus ,Red,France,"It was powerful and dense at en primeur, and it hasn't changed since. This is firm, concentrated and very structured, perhaps extracted, showing the full force of blackberry and sweet wood flavors and dark tannins. Long-term aging needed.",,,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Labégorce Margaux 2010 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-labegorce-margaux-2010-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Labégorce Margaux ,Dessert,France,A lemon zest flavor cuts through this delicate wine. It has lively sweetness and flavors of lemon curd and bitter orange that lace the note of honey. There is much more concentration to come in the future.,,,94,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château de Rayne Vigneau 2009 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rayne-vigneau-2009-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château de Rayne Vigneau 14.8,Red,US,"The vineyard is just east of the Silverado- Trail, below Dalla Valle and just up the street from Screaming Eagle. The wine, which is 100% Cabernet-, shows the intensely concentrated, ripe fruit of this neighborhood, packed with flavors of black-berry preserves, cassis liqueur and a touch of chocolate, wrapped into fine tannins and brightened by acidity. Give it at least eight years in the cellar.",,130,95,California,Napa,Oakville,Tierra Roja 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tierra-roja-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Tierra Roja ,Red,France,"One of the finest wines to come from Cantenac Brown for many years, this is powerful and dense, dominated by Cabernet Franc tannins and fruits. The structure has a smooth, polished character that locates it firmly in Margaux, giving elegance and discreet fruitiness. Age this fine wine for many years.",,,95,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Cantenac Brown 2010 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantenac-brown-2010-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Cantenac Brown ,Red,France,"This rich, full wine shows the chateau to be at the top of its form. It's finely balanced, pushing both its fruit and acidity, with the tannins taking the supporting role. With its power leashed, this shows the stylish side of Saint-Julien, although it will certainly age for many years.",,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Branaire-Ducru 2010 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-branaire-ducru-2010-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Branaire-Ducru ,Dessert,France,"This is rich, exuding delicious sweetness, with a core of dense botrytis. An opulent, ripe apricot flavor accompanies the bittersweet orange and mirabelle fruit notes. The acidity, sweetness and concentration promise a great future for this wine.",,,95,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château la Tour Blanche 2009 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-la-tour-blanche-2009-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château la Tour Blanche ,Red,France,"Giscours shows an initial character of great style and elegance. The shining fruit and concentrated tannins follow, making it both a seductive wine and one with a long-term future.",,,95,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Giscours 2010 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-giscours-2010-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Giscours 14.2,White,US,"There isn't a Chardonnay out there as rich, opulent and delicious as this one. It dazzles with tropical fruit, pear, peach, green apple, honey, vanilla and cinnamon spice flavors. Brisk, lime-driven acidity provides beautiful balance. It's oaky, but the smoky, buttered-toast and butterscotch notes are nearly perfect. Drink now with rich crab, lobster or scallop dishes.",Edwards James Estate Wente Selection,75,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paul Hobbs 2010 Edwards James Estate Wente Selection Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-hobbs-2010-edwards-james-estate-wente-selection-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Paul Hobbs 14,Red,France,"The 2009 Les Cailloux is a classically built Châteauneuf that should age well through at least 2025. The blend of 65% Grenache, 20% Mourvèdre, 12% Syrah and 3% Cinsault starts off with lovely notes of wild thyme and dark fruit, then adds herbal complexity and chocolaty richness. It's full bodied yet firm, with some dusty but elegant tannins on the finish. It's excellent now, but will be even better in 2016 and beyond.",Les Cailloux,60,95,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,André Brunel 2009 Les Cailloux Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andre-brunel-2009-cailloux-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,André Brunel ,Red,France,"Generous, rich and ripe, this boasts black fruits and sweet tannins. With layers of new wood, this is a wine that shows attractive fruitiness now and has considerable aging ability.",,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,La Mondotte 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mondotte-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,La Mondotte 14.5,Red,US,"A tremendous wine, this appeals to the senses as well as the intellect. Dry, tart in acidity and somewhat tannic, it shows complex flavors of raspberry and cherry pie, bacon, cinnamon, white pepper and sandalwood. The finish goes on and on. So delicious now, you can hardly keep from drinking it, but this is a Pinot Noir that will age for 6–8 years, gradually losing primary fruit and gaining interesting mushroom and dried fruit notes.",Van der Kamp Vineyard,40,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,La Follette 2010 Van der Kamp Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/follette-2010-van-der-kamp-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2010,La Follette 11.7,Red,US,"Light in color, alcohol and texture, this dynamic wine has a fresh pepper flavor, and is gorgeous all around, like drinking fresh rose petals. This could be enjoyed all day long, every day, but with only 51 cases produced, get it now or you'll miss out on it.",Cedarville,24,95,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,La Clarine Farm 2011 Cedarville Mourvèdre (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarine-farm-2011-cedarville-mourvedre-sierra-foothills/,Mourvèdre,2011,La Clarine Farm 15.1,Red,US,"Sanguis combines its signature of exceptional power with finesse, producing a wine that is so dramatic as to defy belief. Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon provide the blackberry jam and chocolate richness, while Viognier brings a bright floral note, and even Roussanne has something to say by way of orange tartness. New oak is evident, but perfectly in balance with the wine's volume. Stunning and dramatic, but not an ager, so drink up.",Gravity,70,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanguis 2009 Gravity Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2009-gravity-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Red Blend,2009,Sanguis ,Dessert,France,"This closed, reticent wine promises to pack a rich, generous punch in the future. Its potential shows in the botrytis flavor and the touches of smoky wood and apricot jelly. With this leashed power, it promises to be a very fine wine.",,,95,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Rieussec 2009 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rieussec-2009-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Rieussec ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A small quantity of Warre was declared as a vintage in 2009, to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the liberation of Oporto from Napoleon by Anglo-Portuguese forces. The is made in the dry, firm Warre style, dense and packed with solid tannins. At the same time, it has a perfumed character, leaving the tannins to return on the finish.",Vintage,,95,Port,,,Warre's 2009 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warres-2009-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Warre's ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This ripe and full-bodied wine from Cristiano van Zeller is powerfully concentrated, showing all the right weight while also providing generous fruitiness. Rich black fruits and sweet tannins are layered with acidity. This is a wine for long-term aging.",Vintage,57,95,Port,,,Quinta Vale Dona Maria 2009 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vale-dona-maria-2009-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Quinta Vale Dona Maria 14.2,White,US,"This is a Chardonnay for red wine lovers. It's full bodied and oaky, and it grows better as it warms in the glass. Airing brings out sweet honey, orange jam, apricot and tropical fruit favors, yet the acidity and minerality also develop, providing balance. The oak develops too, with buttered toast and butterscotch notes bringing additional richness.",Edwards James Estate Bato Selection,75,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paul Hobbs 2010 Edwards James Estate Bato Selection Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-hobbs-2010-edwards-james-estate-bato-selection-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Paul Hobbs 12.5,Sparkling,US,"This spectacular brut-style sparkler that's made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir still has plenty of tart acidity and yeastiness, providing the backdrop for rich, concentrated flavors of lime, raspberry, orange, brioche, mineral, vanilla and spice. It's enjoyable now, a tête de cuvée that is among the best California bubblies of the year, and it will continue to develop bottle complexity for many years.",J. Schram Late Disgorged 150th Anniversary Release,200,96,California,Napa-Monterey-Mendocino,,Schramsberg 1997 J. Schram Late Disgorged 150th Anniversary Release Sparkling (Napa-Monterey-Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1997-j-schram-late-disgorged-150th-anniversary-release-sparkling-napa-monterey-mendocino/,Sparkling Blend,1997,Schramsberg 14.5,Red,US,"If the first duty of a wine is to be delicious, this tiny production bottling succeeds beyond all measure. The Black Bear Block is almost always Zaca Mesa's best Syrah among its many releases, and so it is again in 2009. Take one sip and you're dazzled by the refined tannins, dryness and complexity of flavors: blackberry, cassis, plum sauce, mocha, bacon, smoky oak, white pepper, chamomile tea and licorice. What's harder to express is the sheer pleasure of the mouthfeel. This is an exciting Syrah, and may just be at the beginning of a long journey. Drink now and for many years as it slowly changes.",Black Bear Block Estate Grown and Bottled,60,96,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2009 Black Bear Block Estate Grown and Bottled Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2009-black-bear-block-estate-grown-bottled-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2009,Zaca Mesa ,Red,France,"With signs of new wood on the palate, this is a wine that maintains the polished feel of the wines from Pichon Lalande. It has a stronger presence of Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend than in the past, making it more structured than its predecessors, with a dominance of black currant flavor. It shows the soft side of the vintage, but is also meant for aging.",,,96,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2010 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-comtesse-lalande-2010-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande ,Red,France,"This sumptuous wine is driven by perfectly ripe fruit as well as dense, dusty and dry tannins. Great swathes of blackberry sweep across the palate, followed by juicy acidity. Such a combination will make this impressive wine a delight to drink in 10 years and beyond.",,,96,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lynch-Bages 2010 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lynch-bages-2010-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lynch-Bages ,Dessert,France,"The superb palate boasts richness, with honey and orange zest notes. It shows fine balance between the flavors of orange jelly and the intense botrytis-driven notes. It has a light, delicate texture and acidity.",,126,96,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Climens 2009 Barsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-climens-2009-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Climens ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The concentration of old vines is very evident in this wine, which uses fruit that was sourced from a portion of old vines in Niepoort's Quinta da Pisca. There is a touch of bitter cherry, as well as a firm, dense core that shows a fine balance of acidity. This is powerful, full-bodied and packed with dark fruit—for long-term aging.",Bioma Vinha Velha Vintage,100,96,Port,,,Niepoort 2009 Bioma Vinha Velha Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-2009-bioma-vinha-velha-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Niepoort 14.5,Red,US,"A dramatic Cabernet, complex and layered, this shows deeply concentrated blackberry essence, black currant, dark chocolate and raisin flaors that are intricately woven with a sweet, smoky oak influence. The tannic structure is thick and furry, but just about perfect. Should age for many years, gradually losing primary fruit, but it's drinkable now after decanting.",Plus Game Ranch Single Vineyard Selection,150,96,California,Napa,Oakville,Goldschmidt 2007 Plus Game Ranch Single Vineyard Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldschmidt-2007-plus-game-ranch-single-vineyard-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Goldschmidt ,Dessert,France,"The new-wood smokiness is an important element of this creamy-textured wine. The richness bares flavors of honey, botrytis, almond and orange peel. Ripe and age worthy, this wine's opulence is just beginning to show.",,111,96,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Suduiraut 2009 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suduiraut-2009-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Suduiraut 15.2,Red,US,"This is a pinnacle of the modern style of winemaking in Napa Valley. The tannins are strong but not aggressive. The acidity is just enough to provide balance for the tremendously rich blackberry, black currant, Kahlua and olive flavors. The oak is powerful, but the wine wears it easily. The finish is thoroughly dry, long and spicy. And although the alcohol is high, it's not impossible. You can drink it now, although the tannins could benefit from 6–8 years in the cellar.",Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard,275,96,California,Napa,Oakville,Paul Hobbs 2009 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-hobbs-2009-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Paul Hobbs ,Red,France,"One of the top Margaux wines, this is in top form, finely balanced and as elegant as it is powerful. It is darkly structured, dense yet balancing tannins with ripe black plums. It expresses the complexity of the vintage. A wine for serious, long-term aging.",,,96,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Rauzan-Ségla 2010 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rauzan-segla-2010-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Rauzan-Ségla ,Red,France,"This is quintessential Pauillac, a great wine with its Cabernet proudly at the fore. It ranks with the 2009 and, with its tannins, is sure to age longer than that vintage. Solidly structured, powerful and dense, with fruit promised for the future, it succeeds with its weight and great concentration.",,,97,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville 2010 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-2010-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Pichon Longueville 15.6,Red,US,"Winemaker Matthias Pippig brings Syrah to a whole new level with this stunningly dramatic bottling. Don't worry about the California appellation, a peculiarity of the winery's ownership. It's made entirely from Santa Barbara grapes, namely from Watch Hill in Los Alamos and Bien Nacido in Santa Maria Valley. The intensity of fruit defies description. It suggests enormous blackberry and creamy-sweet chocolate, larded with bacon and sprinkled with black pepper—and that doesn't even begin to describe the toasty sweetness of the 100% new oak barrels. This is the best California Syrah of the vintage, and one of the greatest Syrahs the state has ever produced. This opulence comes at a cost, however: The alcohol is high.",Six White Horses,75,97,California,California Other,California,Sanguis 2009 Six White Horses Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2009-six-white-horses-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2009,Sanguis 13.9,Red,US,"This shows the trifecta of winemaker Ehren Jordan's deft hand, the fabulous Hirsch Vineyard and the wonderful 2010 vintage. Even if you knew nothing of the wine's pedigree, you'd be dazzled by its sheer richness of raspberry, cherry, cola and herb flavors, plus the firm, stone-driven minerality, the dryness, the feral mountain hints, the acidity and the overall dazzling structure. The alcohol level is comparatively restrained, providing just the right touch of warmth. New oak clocks in at only 30%, imbuing the wine with a nice seasoning of smoke. Definitely worth searching for, but only 375 cases were produced. Drink this wine now–2022.",Hirsch Vineyard,70,97,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla 2010 Hirsch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2010-hirsch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Failla ,Red,France,"A wine of architectural strength and classical proportions, this has straight lines that mark the packed, concentrated fruits, which are sustained by its tannins. This is certainly the best wine that Léoville-Poyferré has produced, sumptuous while so finely structured.",,92,98,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Poyferré 2010 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-poyferre-2010-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Léoville Poyferré 13.5,Red,France,"This is a magnificently solid wine, initially even a bit severe. At this young stage, the tannins dominate, but it's also full of black fruit notes. Very dense and concentrated, this is a wine that's even better than the legendary 2005. The structure tells of its extraordinary aging potential: don't even attempt to drink this for 10 years.",,150,100,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Barton 2010 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-barton-2010-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Léoville Barton 13.5,Red,Chile,"This is leafy and red smelling at first, then becoming raw and candied tasting, with a herbal note.",,10,80,Central Valley,,,oops 2011 Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oops-2011-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2011,oops 13,White,US,"This Chardonnay has a prominent scent of dusty chalkboard, with background tones of toasted butterscotch, sweat and pear. The flavor intensity is subdued on this light- to medium-bodied wine, with a discreet note of hydrogen peroxide that surfaces late.",,15,80,Virginia,Virginia,,Stanburn 2011 Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stanburn-2011-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2011,Stanburn 14,Red,Chile,"This is raw, sour, tangy and loaded with juniper and pine notes.",Edición Limitada Gran Reserva de Los Andes,25,80,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2010 Edición Limitada Gran Reserva de Los Andes Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2010-edicion-limitada-gran-reserva-los-andes-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Santa Alicia 13.8,Red,US,"This Lodi wine has a whirl of smoky, oaky flavors, plus a not entirely pleasant green tinge to its finish.",,12,80,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Insatiable 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/insatiable-2011-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Insatiable 13.5,White,Chile,"This wine is made from fruit that was sourced from very close to the Pacific Ocean. As a result, it's ultragreen and vegetal on the nose, with a palate that bears high acid and a flavor of citrus extract, plus touches of beans and peas.",Vernus,17,81,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Helena 2011 Vernus Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-helena-2011-vernus-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Santa Helena 13.5,Red,US,"Despite some cherry and blackberry fruit, this is fairly simple and dull. It's soft and sweetly spicy.",,10,81,California,California Other,California,McManis 2011 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2011-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2011,McManis 13,White,Italy,"This oxidized expression of Sauvignon shows an off-gold color, with aromas of apricot and butterscotch. It tastes flat and broad on the palate.",LussoBlu,15,81,Southern Italy,Salento,,Miali 2010 LussoBlu Sauvignon (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miali-2010-lussoblu-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-salento/,Sauvignon,2010,Miali 13.5,Rose,Italy,"This Rosato is part of the natural wine movement, and it's apparent. Aromas of apple juice and citrus open the bouquet, with some evidence of volatility or instability. Fresh acidity is present, with notes of lemon and red raspberry.",,25,81,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Bonavita 2011 Rosato (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonavita-2011-rose-rosato-sicilia/,Rosato,2011,Bonavita 13.5,White,US,"White pepper dominates the smell, and the flavor is primarily of candied lemons.",,12,81,California,California Other,California,Cambridge & Sunset 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambridge-sunset-2011-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Cambridge & Sunset 13,White,Chile,"The nose is bland, becoming vegetal and dull on the palate, with green bean and bell pepper flavors that are more normal for underripe Sauvignon Blanc than Chardonnay. This finishes pithy and green.",,9,81,Maule Valley,,,Sundance 2011 Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sundance-2011-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Sundance 13.2,Red,US,"This is minty and light, with a soft texture and red cherry tones. The finish turns overtly earthy, even barnyard-like.",,12,81,California,California Other,California,Chime 2011 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chime-2011-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2011,Chime 13.5,Red,Chile,"From every angle this wine is sharp, raspy and brambly. The mouthfeel is scratchy, while the flavors waver between being burnt and stalky to being shrill and sour. Char and compost elements bring down the finish.",La Palma,9,81,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2011 La Palma Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2011-palma-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Viña La Rosa 14.8,Red,US,"This is heavy, soft and overripe, with raisin and Port-like flavors.",,22,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bianchi 2009 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2009-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2009,Bianchi 13,White,US,"Aromas of broad white fruits provide the backdrop for the sweaty and cheesy overtones. It's medium bodied, with diffuse flavors, but the acidity keeps the palate bright and lifted. It finishes on a soft, soapy note.",,14,81,Virginia,Monticello,,Autumn Hill 2011 Chardonnay (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/autumn-hill-2011-chardonnay-monticello/,Chardonnay,2011,Autumn Hill 13,White,US,"Any aroma is virtually undetectable. The palate is thin and sour, with little in the way of fruit.",,20,81,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Deer Creek 2011 Chardonnay (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deer-creek-2011-chardonnay-southern-rogue-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Deer Creek 14.9,Red,US,"Simple, soft and watery, this has a sweet raspberry flavor. The blend is Pinot Noir, Zinfandel and Merlot.",Sunset Red,12,81,California,California Other,California,Mirassou NV Sunset Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-nv-sunset-red-other/,Red Blend,,Mirassou 13,Red,US,"Made from Zinfandel, Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine has simple flavors of pink bubblegum and white sugar.",Winemaker's Blend,14,81,California,California Other,California,Apothic 2011 Winemaker's Blend Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apothic-2011-winemakers-blend-red-other/,Red Blend,2011,Apothic 12.5,White,US,"The 2011 vintage was difficult for most Virginia winemakers as the harvest was notoriously washed out with rain. This is a light- to medium-bodied wine, with broad, white-fruit flavors that lack intensity and character.",Saddleback,22,82,Virginia,Monticello,,Veritas 2011 Saddleback Chardonnay (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veritas-2011-saddleback-chardonnay-monticello/,Chardonnay,2011,Veritas 12.5,White,Chile,"This is flat, oily and waxy on the nose, which indicates that this 2010 offering is past its prime. Melony flavors are soft and bready, and the feel is flabby and on its way to expiring.",Reserva,12,82,Curicó Valley,,,Flying Angels 2010 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-angels-2010-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Flying Angels 14.5,Red,US,"This lacks the smooth and sensual mouthfeel that's normal for Merlot. Instead, this is sharp, with a green flavor. While it's properly dry, it lacks richness.",Reserve,20,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Frei Brothers 2010 Reserve Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2010-reserve-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2010,Frei Brothers 13,White,US,"Marginally better than the regular Chardonnay, this offers thin flavors of sour apple in a wash of acidity.",Private Reserve,25,82,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Deer Creek 2011 Private Reserve Chardonnay (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deer-creek-2011-private-reserve-chardonnay-southern-rogue-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Deer Creek 13.5,Red,US,"Simple and slightly sweet, this has flavors of raspberry, sour cherry candy and mint.",,12,82,California,California Other,California,Cambridge & Sunset 2010 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambridge-sunset-2010-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2010,Cambridge & Sunset 13.5,White,US,"This has creamy flavors of vanilla, honey, lime and orange.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2011 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Bogle 15,Red,US,"Simple, direct and country-style, this is soft and a little overripe, with flavors of raisin, milk chocolate and black raspberry jam.",Signature Selection,17,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bianchi 2008 Signature Selection Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2008-signature-selection-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2008,Bianchi 13.5,Red,US,"You won't find much fruit in this Merlot, but you will find tons of white pepper. There is a flavor of sour cherry candy, and the palate is dry and austere.",,12,82,California,California Other,California,Cambridge & Sunset 2011 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambridge-sunset-2011-merlot-other/,Merlot,2011,Cambridge & Sunset 13.9,Red,US,"This mix of Primitivo, Tempranillo and Syrah has an overripe, pruny aroma, heightened by noticeable volatility. The stewed black-fruit flavor is sharp and quick to finish.",River City,26,82,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Pheasant Valley Winery NV River City Red (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pheasant-valley-winery-nv-river-city-red-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Red Blend,,Pheasant Valley Winery 13,Red,Chile,"This is prickly and grassy smelling, with cherry candy and plum aromas. The palate is tangy and abrasive, with plum, herb, spice and green tobacco flavors. It's tart and a bit green on the finish.",Selection,8,82,Molina,,,Quasar 2011 Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Molina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quasar-2011-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-molina/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Quasar 14.5,Red,US,"This is thin and acidic, with flavors of sour cherry candy and spice.",Nicky Hahn,14,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hahn 2011 Nicky Hahn G-S-M (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2011-nicky-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast/,G-S-M,2011,Hahn 14.4,White,US,"This is so oaky you can hardly taste anything but the butterscotch, caramel and brown sugar flavors. Way down deep is a note of pineapple jam.",Laguna Ranch Vineyard,35,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Laguna 2010 Laguna Ranch Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laguna-2010-ranch-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Laguna 13.5,Red,US,"A basic red wine to sip at parties, this is dry and fruity, and it shows Zin's typical note of peppery spice.",,11,82,California,California Other,California,Tussock Jumper 2010 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tussock-jumper-2010-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2010,Tussock Jumper 13,White,Chile,"Shy and neutral on the nose except for a touch of apple. The palate is hollow and citric, with racy lime flavors that end tangy. This is short on substance and offers minimal character.",,9,82,Maule Valley,,,Sundance 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sundance-2011-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Sundance 13.5,White,Chile,"Tropical fruit, air freshener and bath soap aromas lead to a candied, sticky palate with a mix of sweet flavors that include papaya, powdered sugar and mango. The finish is confected and soft.",,8,82,Colchagua Valley,,,Sombras del Sol 2011 Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sombras-sol-2011-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Sombras del Sol 15.2,Red,US,"Notes of raisins, dried prunes and chocolate mark this dry, tannic Cabernet. It's pretty acidic, with a sharp finish that contains heat from the high alcohol. Drink up.",,80,82,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Super Sonoman 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/super-sonoman-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Super Sonoman 15,Red,Chile,"This wine seems strained, with a nose that's outright lemony and pinched. The palate is surprisingly thick feeling, with a herbal plum flavor and a weedy finish.",Unfiltered,20,82,Casablanca Valley,,,Loma Larga 2010 Unfiltered Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loma-larga-2010-unfiltered-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Loma Larga 11.5,Dessert,US,"There's not much going on with this soft Moscato except for white sugar and vanilla bean flavors, and only hints of oranges and tropical fruits.",,15,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bianchi 2011 Moscato (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2011-muscat-moscato-central-coast-paso-robles/,Moscato,2011,Bianchi 12.5,White,US,"Little aromatics can be discerned, but if pressed, there is a lightly vegetative note and a chalky, apple-like background. The light- to medium-bodied palate features a broad, tropical-fruit flavor, plus energized acids.",Yesterday's Song,19,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Attimo 2011 Yesterday's Song Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/attimo-2011-yesterdays-song-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2011,Attimo 13.5,Red,US,"Dry, tart and simple, this has a flavor of sour cherry candy. A fine wine for pouring at big parties.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2010 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2010-merlot-other/,Merlot,2010,Bogle 13,Red,Chile,"This Syrah is heavy and minty, with plastic aromas. The palate is chunky and citrusy in feel, with little body. Flavors of clove, mint and berry lead to a resiny, almost fruitless finish.",Litú,12,82,Central Valley,,,Botalcura 2010 Litú Syrah (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botalcura-2010-litu-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley/,Syrah,2010,Botalcura 13.5,White,Chile,"The flabby citrus aroma is dusty and shows a tinge of vanilla, which is an aroma that isn't normally associated with Sauvignon Blanc. The palate is big and globby, with an oily note and flavors of citrus, green herb and nettle.",Puerto Viejo Reserve,10,82,Maule Valley,,,Viña Requingua 2012 Puerto Viejo Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-requingua-2012-puerto-viejo-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2012,Viña Requingua 13.5,Red,US,"This doesn't show any particular Stags Leap character; it's another dry, tannic and lean Cabernet, with cherry syrup flavors. Drink now.",Connoisseur Series,50,82,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Hawkstone 2011 Connoisseur Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkstone-2011-connoisseur-series-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,Hawkstone 14.4,Red,US,"A dry, edgy blend of Barbera, Grenache and several other varieties, this is tannic and lacks richness. Pair it with a cheese and pepperoni pizza to coax out the fruit.",,17,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,The Auctor 2010 Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/auctor-2010-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2010,The Auctor 13.5,White,Chile,"Flat on the nose, this has a mild whiff of paint or turpentine along with touches of banana and melon. The palate is flat and chunky in feel, with clipped, pithy flavors of mealy citrus.",,10,82,Curicó Valley,,,San Nicolas 2011 Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-nicolas-2011-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,San Nicolas 13.5,Red,US,"A basic Merlot, this shows brisk, candied cherry, raspberry and brown sugar flavors.",,11,82,California,California Other,California,Tussock Jumper 2010 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tussock-jumper-2010-merlot-other/,Merlot,2010,Tussock Jumper 11.8,White,US,"Honeyed and slightly toasty on the nose, this has scents of baked apple, Bartlett pear and baguette. Light to medium bodied, the palate bears a broad white-fruit flavor with zesty acidity.",,30,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Ankida Ridge 2011 Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ankida-ridge-2011-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2011,Ankida Ridge 13.5,Red,US,"Dry and tannic, this is a simple wine to down with burgers, beef tacos and other casual foods.",,14,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,H & G 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/h-g-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,H & G 13.8,White,US,"This simple, slightly sweet Pinot Grigio has some veggie-like underripeness, but offers enough orange and peach fruit to satisfy.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Beautiful Dream 2011 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beautiful-dream-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2011,Beautiful Dream 13.5,White,Chile,"This is mild on the nose, with a lemon-lime aroma. The palate is soft, but it has a pulse. The wine's citrus, melon and tropical flavors finish flat. For the most part, it's clean and quaffable.",,8,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Sombras del Sol 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sombras-sol-2011-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Sombras del Sol 13.5,Red,Chile,"Dark in color, this wine has an oaky and earthy nose, with a compost streak. It feels full and stocky, and it tastes of resiny oak and dry berry fruits. It finishes with a citrus-like juiciness.",Culpeo Made with Organic Grapes,10,83,Curicó Valley,,,Viña La Fortuna 2011 Culpeo Made with Organic Grapes Pinot Noir (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-fortuna-2011-culpeo-made-with-organic-grapes-pinot-noir-curico-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Viña La Fortuna 12.5,Red,France,"For a Nouveau, this has surprisingly structured fruit, with some firm tannins. It has a juicy cherry flavor and ripe acidity, with a tangy, textured finish.",Nouveau,,83,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Vignerons de Bel Air 2012 Nouveau (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-bel-air-2012-nouveau-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2012,Vignerons de Bel Air 14.4,Red,US,"A simple Pinot Noir, this is dry and crisp in acidity, with cherry pie, mint and cola flavors.",,12,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Red Pony Ranch 2011 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-pony-ranch-2011-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2011,Red Pony Ranch 13.5,White,US,"A Chardonnay to drink or serve at parties, this tastes slightly sweet, with orange, apricot and vanilla flavors. It also bears some creamy, oaky notes and lots of tangy acidity.",Blue Ash Road,20,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Parkers Estate 2011 Blue Ash Road Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parkers-estate-2011-blue-ash-road-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Parkers Estate 14.1,Red,Chile,"Wet clay, tomato paste, oregano and carob aromas form the bouquet that's more strained than smooth. The palate is lively and herbal in flavor, with a baked berry note that ends in a wash of herb. It gets better with airing.",Gran Reserva Maipo Alto,15,83,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2010 Gran Reserva Maipo Alto Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2010-gran-reserva-maipo-alto-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2010,Carmen 13,Red,US,"Exceedingly light in color, scent and flavor, this mixes a herbal note with touches of strawberry and green tea.",,25,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Deer Creek 2010 Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deer-creek-2010-pinot-noir-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Deer Creek 12.5,White,Italy,"A slight note of sulfur blows off fast enough to reveal lemon, stone fruit and melon aromas. The finish is fresh but a touch watery.",Terre di Sicilia,7,83,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cambria 2011 Terre di Sicilia Inzolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2011-terre-sicilia-italian-white-inzolia-sicilia/,Inzolia,2011,Cambria 13,Red,US,"Judging by the high-heeled shoe on the label, this is one of those wines aimed at the female consumer. It's Pinot in name only, with clean, simple cherry candy and oak tastes.",,11,83,California,California Other,California,Haute Red 2010 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haute-red-2010-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Haute Red 15,White,US,"This is high in alcohol, which gives it a jalapeño-like burn. It's an easy, simple wine to drink now, offering white sugar, orange, lime, green melon and vanilla flavors.",Signature Selection,13,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Bianchi 2011 Signature Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2011-signature-selection-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Bianchi 13.5,White,Italy,"This oak-aged Chardonnay opens with aromas of candied fruit and butterscotch. The bouquet presents oxidized aromas, with creamy yellow-fruit and vanilla bean flavors.",,19,83,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cambria 2010 Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2010-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2010,Cambria 14,Red,Chile,"Rubbery, plastic-like aromas of black fruits come with a burnt, smoky edge. There's grip and acidity on the palate, but the mouthfeel is jumbled, and the wine's flavors come across like wiry plum mixed with herb. It finishes hard, candied and herbal.",,12,83,Elqui Valley,,,Piggy Bank 2010 Syrah (Elqui Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piggy-bank-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-elqui-valley/,Syrah,2010,Piggy Bank 14,Red,Chile,"A leafy compost aroma shows plum and berry scents. The palate has a fresh but choppy feel, with pasty berry and resiny flavors. Short, minty and herbal on the sticky-feeling finish.",Estate Reserve,10,83,Maule Valley,,,Millaman 2010 Estate Reserve Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millaman-2010-estate-reserve-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2010,Millaman 13,White,US,"This seems to have some residual sugar, as there is a grainy, sugary aspect to the light pear and melon flavors. It doesn't quite come together.",,20,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Deer Creek 2011 Pinot Gris (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deer-creek-2011-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Gris,2011,Deer Creek 13.9,Red,US,"This Merlot has small amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Petite Sirah. It's fairly tannic, with a trace of stewy greenness in the background.",,14,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Souverain 2010 Merlot (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/souverain-2010-merlot-north-coast/,Merlot,2010,Souverain 13,White,US,"A simple, everyday Chardonnay that's refreshingly crisp, with sweet lime, orange, pear and vanilla flavors.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Pepi 2011 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepi-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Pepi 13.5,White,Italy,"Part of the orange wine movement, this literally does open with a brown, bordering on orange color. Suspended particles give it a cloudy appearance and the mouthfeel is immensely spicy and bright, with lemon zest, nutmeg, chestnut and honey notes.",MunJebel 8,32,83,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Frank Cornelissen NV MunJebel 8 (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-cornelissen-nv-munjebel-8-white-etna/,White Blend,,Frank Cornelissen 12.5,White,US,"Direct and fruity, this Chardonnay is loaded with lemon.",,10,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Harlow Ridge 2010 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harlow-ridge-2010-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2010,Harlow Ridge 13,White,US,"After a sugary start, this thin and simple wine turns a bit sour. The blend is a mix of Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc.",Bella's Sunshine,20,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Deer Creek 2011 Bella's Sunshine White (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deer-creek-2011-bellas-sunshine-white-southern-rogue-valley/,White Blend,2011,Deer Creek 13.5,Rose,Italy,"A garnet color and amber highlights mark the appearance of this biodynamic wine. It presents slightly oxidized aromas of butterscotch and apple, backed by raspberry and strawberry tones.",,19,83,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Cefalicchio 2011 Rosato (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cefalicchio-2011-rose-rosato-puglia/,Rosato,2011,Cefalicchio 14.4,Red,US,"Dry, tannic and rough in the mouth, this offers pleasant blackberry, red currant, spice and cedar flavors.",,12,83,California,California Other,California,Vivo Vino 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivo-vino-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Vivo Vino 13,White,US,"This has concealed aromas of white peaches, tropical fruits and nuts. It's medium bodied, with broad fruit flavors that lack individuality. It could make for a fine casual pairing with mild fishes like sole and tilapia.",,22,83,Virginia,Monticello,,Veritas 2011 Viognier (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veritas-2011-viognier-monticello/,Viognier,2011,Veritas 12,Red,France,"This is a light wine, and the fruit is dominated by acidity. It has a tart red-currant flavor, with a hint of banana.",Terre Noire Vieilles Vignes,12,83,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Domaine Dupré 2011 Terre Noire Vieilles Vignes (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dupre-2011-terre-noire-vieilles-vignes-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2011,Domaine Dupré 11.5,White,US,This simple and sweet wine has a light peach flavor with a sugary—not syrupy—finish. It might be a good wine to soak fruit in for a light dessert.,Chloe's Breeze,12,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Abiqua Wind 2011 Chloe's Breeze Müller-Thurgau (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abiqua-wind-2011-chloes-breeze-other-white-muller-thurgau-willamette-valley/,Müller-Thurgau,2011,Abiqua Wind 14,Red,Chile,"Spicy aromas of olive, briar patch and raw red fruit set the stage for this punchy, drying wine. This is more fresh and sassy than substantive, with overtones of herb, hard spice and modest peppery fruit.",Reserva,12,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Apaltagua 2011 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2011-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2011,Apaltagua 13,White,Chile,"This smells sort of gaseous and mealy. It's soft and fleshy on the palate, with green banana and melony flavors. The finish is mild, green-leaning and bitter, with a flabby structure.",Reina Ana Villa Alegre Reserva,9,83,Maule Valley,,,Aguirre 2011 Reina Ana Villa Alegre Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aguirre-2011-reina-ana-villa-alegre-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Aguirre 13.5,Red,US,Very light strawberry fruit competes with a powerful flavor of damp earth. The wine seems thin and on the green side.,Isaac's Reserve,25,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Abiqua Wind 2010 Isaac's Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abiqua-wind-2010-isaacs-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Abiqua Wind 14,Red,Chile,"Mild raspberry and oak aromas make for a timid bouquet. The palate feels edgy and acidic, with herbal, oaky flavors of bramble and red fruit. It tastes resiny on the finish, with high acidity that creates an impression of sharpness.",Hacienda Araucano Reserva,11,83,Colchagua Valley,,,François Lurton 2011 Hacienda Araucano Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2011-hacienda-araucano-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2011,François Lurton 13.8,Red,Chile,"This is dry, scratchy and peppery smelling, with a soft, plump mouthfeel, plus leafy, herbal flavors of baked berry and plum. Plump and solid in terms of feel, with modest fruit and carob flavors that control the short finish.",Reserva,13,83,Limarí Valley,,,Tacora 2011 Reserva Pinot Noir (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tacora-2011-reserva-pinot-noir-limari-valley/,Pinot Noir,2011,Tacora 13,Red,US,"Light to medium in body, this wine has a soft, malleable texture that bears just a touch of tannic traction. It tastes of waxy cherries and herbs, with a cinnamon note on the finish that fades in and out.",Boneyard,15,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2011 Boneyard Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2011-boneyard-red-virginia/,Red Blend,2011,Tarara 18,Fortified,US,"As the name suggests, this blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon does taste big and bold, but it also tastes hot and lopsided. It has a Port-like consistency, with notes of charred sesame seed, chocolate and dark cherry that lack precision.",Whitie's D9 A Big Bold,50,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 2010 Whitie's D9 A Big Bold Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-2010-whities-d9-a-big-bold-red-virginia/,Red Blend,2010,Tarara 13,White,Chile,"This seems like it was probably better earlier in its life. Now, it's kind of wan and fading, with a maderized note of vanilla, plus white fruit.",,10,83,Curicó Valley,,,San Nicolas 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-nicolas-2011-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,San Nicolas 15,Red,US,"This has lots of ripe, jammy raspberry and cherry flavors, with a spicy finish. But it's too soft and glyceriney sweet in high alcohol.",,50,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Super Sonoman 2009 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/super-sonoman-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2009,Super Sonoman 14,Red,Chile,"This wine is rubbery and gaseous on the bouquet, with compost, creamy oak and milk chocolate scents. The feel is full but jumbled with jammy black fruit flavors.",Coastal Cool Climate,14,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Lomas del Valle 2010 Coastal Cool Climate Syrah (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lomas-valle-2010-coastal-cool-climate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-casablanca-valley/,Syrah,2010,Lomas del Valle ,Red,France,"Very opulent in style, this wine is ripe, full bodied and typical of 2009. It is rich and rounded, melding new wood tones and sweet black fruits into a delicious, age-worthy selection.",,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Violette 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-violette-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Violette ,Red,US,"Winemaker Flint Nelson co-ferments this unusual Mourvèdre with Syrah and Grenache, yielding a wine with unusually smooth integration of flavors. Multifaceted and supple, this has layers of ripe fruit, spice, lead pencil, cedar and clean earth flavors, which continue smoothly onto the medium-long finish.",Winemaker Select,40,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2008 Winemaker Select Mourvèdre (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2008-winemaker-select-mourvedre-columbia-valley-yakima/,Mourvèdre,2008,Kestrel ,Red,France,"Tough at the moment, this is a wine with impressive concentration. It's solid and chunky, with massive structure. The fragrant finish is a sign of the pleasure to come.",,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Grand-Puy Ducasse 2010 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-puy-ducasse-2010-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Grand-Puy Ducasse ,Red,France,"This is a serious, tannic wine that will need many years to fully develop. For now, it has firm tannins, creating a dense texture and a solid structure.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Lynsolence 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lynsolence-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lynsolence 14.5,Red,Australia,"Primarily Cabernet Sauvignon (the balance is Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc), this is full bodied, lush and richly textured. Cassis, blackberry, vanilla and tobacco leaf notes give this a convincingly Bordeaux-styled profile, although much riper and plusher. Drink now–2023.",The Galvo Garage,29,91,South Australia,Adelaide,,D'Arenberg 2009 The Galvo Garage Red (Adelaide),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2009-galvo-garage-red-adelaide/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,D'Arenberg 14.5,Red,Australia,"Full bodied and richly textured, this is a lush, velvety Shiraz that nevertheless seems to possess enough structure to age successfully. Cassis, molasses and vanilla all play roles in the aroma and flavor profiles, while a mocha note chimes in on the long finish. Drink now–2025.",,25,91,Victoria,Bendigo,,Balgownie Estate 2008 Shiraz (Bendigo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balgownie-estate-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-bendigo/,Shiraz,2008,Balgownie Estate 14,Red,Italy,"Produced by the ancient Romans, Falerno may be the world's oldest wine that still enjoys vibrant consumption to this very day. Aglianico (80%) and Piedirosso are blended to produce a richly layered and complex wine, featuring tones of black fruit, mineral and smoked barbecue sauce. It shows aged aromas of cassis and spice.",Camarato,80,91,Southern Italy,Falerno del Massico,,Villa Matilde 2005 Camarato Red (Falerno del Massico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-2005-camarato-red-falerno-massico/,Red Blend,2005,Villa Matilde 15,Red,France,"A decent value in the upward-spiraling world of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, this 2009 offers pungent scents of tobacco and damp earth, then dark, meaty notes and dried fruit flavors. It's creamy in texture and full bodied, with a softly tannic finish. Drink now–2020.",,45,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Les Vignes d'Alexandre 2009 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignes-dalexandre-2009-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Les Vignes d'Alexandre 12.5,Red,Australia,"This classic Bordeaux-inspired red blend shows its Yarra Valley origins in its crisp, mouthwatering acids and medium body. The flavors are dark and earthy, with blackberry and cherry flavors wrapped in a coat of cedar and molasses. The track record suggests cellaring up to 15 years, although it's approachable now.",Dry Red Wine No. 1,95,91,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yarra Yering 2009 Dry Red Wine No. 1 Red (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yarra-yering-2009-dry-red-wine-no-1-yarra-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Yarra Yering 14.3,White,US,"This expresses Viognier's exotic side, with mango, apricot, orange, honeysuckle, mineral, spice and vanilla flavors that are accented by crisp acids. It's a strong wine, with plenty of complexity—perfect for slightly sweet Asian fare.",,25,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2011 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2011-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2011,Curtis 13.5,Red,Italy,"A proud signature of Molise, Don Luigi Riserva is a lovely Montepulciano-based wine—with 10% Aglianico—that opens with dark aromas of leather, tobacco, bitter chocolate and plump blackberry. It delivers solid tannins backed by smooth concentration.",Don Luigi Riserva,35,90,Southern Italy,Molise,,Di Majo Norante 2009 Don Luigi Riserva Red (Molise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/majo-norante-2009-don-luigi-riserva-red-molise/,Red Blend,2009,Di Majo Norante 8,White,Germany,"Whiffs of smoke, spice and nut oil add an alluring maturity to this Riesling. The palate is gorgeously fruity, with loads of concentrated sweet peach, dried apricot and honey flavors, but it's honed and steely, with a long laser-beam finish.",Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese,25,90,Mosel,,,S.A. Prüm 2010 Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2010-graacher-himmelreich-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,S.A. Prüm 13.5,Red,Italy,"From beautiful vineyards on the Vulture volcano in southern Italy, Divinus opens with savory aromas of leather and cured meat, followed by dried berry and prune. Polished tannins and tones of lead pencil and smoke indicate the wine is aging nicely.",Divinus,,90,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Terra dei Re 2006 Divinus (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-re-2006-divinus-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2006,Terra dei Re 13,White,France,"This is not a particularly flavorful or aromatic wine, but it succeeds nonetheless because of its creamy texture and admirable weight on the palate. It does deliver nuanced and restrained notes of melon, citrus, fennel and crushed stone, all of which mingle easily on the long, mouthwatering finish. Best now and over the next few years.",,27,90,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Les Vins de Vienne 2010 Marsanne (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-vienne-2010-marsanne-crozes-hermitage/,Marsanne,2010,Les Vins de Vienne 8,White,Germany,"This wine is crisp, breezy and flirtatious in structure, yet deeply flavored with orange-cream, honey and blossom notes. An intensely sweet-tasting tangerine note and an elegant grapefruit-pith tone reverberate on the long finish.",Abtsberg Auslese 24,75,90,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2010 Abtsberg Auslese 24 Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2010-abtsberg-auslese-24-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Maximin Grünhäuser 13.5,White,Italy,"Vintner Luigi Rubino has crafted a spectacular Malvasia Bianca that bears rich and tangy aromas of peach and citrus, followed by silky smoothness and creamy, exotic fruit.",Giancòla,18,90,Southern Italy,Salento,,Tenute Rubino 2010 Giancòla Malvasia Bianca (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-rubino-2010-giancola-italian-white-malvasia-bianca-salento/,Malvasia Bianca,2010,Tenute Rubino ,Red,France,"This is a solid, angular wine, both its structure and its fruit coming together well. It has an underlying new-wood character that is powerful and rich. The tannins taste sweet and are already softening.",,,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Bourgneuf 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bourgneuf-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Bourgneuf 13,Red,France,"A smooth, wood-aged wine from the northern part of the Médoc, this shows mint and spice notes as well as a ripe black-plum flavor. Made in a style that features softened tannins, this is a complex and concentrated- wine that will benefit from an additional 2–3 years in the cellar.",,28,90,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Laffitte Laujac 2009 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laffitte-laujac-2009-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Laffitte Laujac ,Red,France,"Perfumed new wood aromas lead into a wine that has its fair share of wood influence. Rich black fruit is also found, which is balanced with the toastiness. It's ripe and likely to offer even more pleasure in the next 2–3 years.",,16,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château La Rame 2010 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rame-2010-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Rame ,White,France,"This is attractive, ripe and perfumed, with white currant and quince flavors that accompany the smooth and round texture. There is a sense of toastiness from the vinification, which provides a spicy, rich finish.",,12,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château la Freynelle 2011 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-freynelle-2011-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château la Freynelle ,White,France,"Rich and fruity, this has fine red-currant and quince fruit. It's full in the mouth, concentrated, perfumed and mineral driven. Worth aging a few months. Screwcap.",,15,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château des Gravières 2011 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gravieres-2011-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château des Gravières 13.8,Red,US,"This is a silky, gentle Pinot Noir, redolent of cherry, raspberry, cola, exotic spice and toast. It's complex, revealing layers of interest as it warms in the glass. Will provide fine drinking over the next few years.",Estate Grown & Bottled Clone No. 115,52,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2010 Estate Grown & Bottled Clone No. 115 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2010-estate-grown-bottled-clone-no-115-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Cambria 15.5,Red,Australia,"This is a big, fruit-driven style of Shiraz, with great aromas and flavors of camphor, vanilla, dark toast and cassis. There's just enough structure to give it focus, although it lacks a bit of textural richness on the midpalate. Drink this supple wine over the next few years.",Springflat,60,90,Victoria,Heathcote,,Wild Duck Creek Estate 2008 Springflat Shiraz (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-duck-creek-estate-2008-springflat-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-heathcote/,Shiraz,2008,Wild Duck Creek Estate 13.5,Red,Australia,"Greenstone's 2007 Shiraz is a medium-bodied, open-knit representation of Heathcote Shiraz. The alcohol level is moderate, just sufficient to give weight to the wine's pleasant mélange of fruity and savory elements, which range from vanilla and caramel to ripe berries and fine-grained leather. Probably best now and over the next few years.",,40,90,Victoria,Heathcote,,Greenstone 2007 Shiraz (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenstone-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-heathcote/,Shiraz,2007,Greenstone 8,White,Germany,"A whiff of delicate orange blossom adds a floral flair to intense honey and melon flavors on this sweet-tasting, sprightly little Riesling. It's concentrated and unabashedly fruity, yet balanced by tart, citrusy acidity and a steel tone that lingers on the finish.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese,24,90,Mosel,,,Eifel-Pfeiffer 2010 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eifel-pfeiffer-2010-wehlener-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Eifel-Pfeiffer 13,White,Italy,"Ante, which is Etna spelled backwards, is a blend of the indigenous Carricante, Minnella and Grecanico grapes. It shows fine texture, with polished citrus and stone fruit notes that characterize wines made using grapes from volcanic soils. The fruit was farmed organically from a vineyard 700 meters above sea level.",Ante,32,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,I Custodi 2010 Ante White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-custodi-2010-ante-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2010,I Custodi 14.5,Red,Italy,"Showcasing some of Sardinia's most widely planted indigenous grapes—Cannonau, Carignano and Bovale—S'arai is a bold, round red wine, with a long, smooth, velvety texture. On the nose, the wine presents black cherry, spice and mild tobacco notes.",S'arai,46,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Pala 2008 S'arai Red (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pala-2008-sarai-red-isola-nuraghi/,Red Blend,2008,Pala 7.5,White,Germany,"This tastes delicately sugared, with a lacy, almost frilly mouthfeel. Soft white peach and flower blossom on the nose and palate make this an unabashedly lady-like Riesling, with a delicate crushed-stone minerality that reverberates on the finish.",Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese,35,90,Mosel,,,Peter Nicolay 2010 Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2010-bernkasteler-badstube-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Peter Nicolay 14,Red,France,"This deep-colored wine has the alcohol and firm tannins to match its hue. It's very dense and structured, but it also plays up the ripe blackberry fruits. Give it many years to soften out.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Tour de Pez 2010 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-pez-2010-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tour de Pez ,Red,France,"Wood-aged and smoky, this is a solid, firm wine. It is balanced, and its ripe fruits are already present, offering a rich experience of warm tannins and black plum fruitiness. It will broaden and soften over the next 3–4 years.",Château Tour de Mirambeau Réserve,17,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Tour de Mirambeau 2010 Château Tour de Mirambeau Réserve (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-mirambeau-2010-de-reserve-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tour de Mirambeau 14,Red,France,"Powerful and dense, this is already a smooth, rich wine, and its tannins are cushioned by the generous blackberry note. There are mint and tar hints along with a smoke accent from the wood, resulting in a wine that has a dry edge yet is dominated by ripe, juicy fruit.",,60,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Tour de Lagarde 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-lagarde-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tour de Lagarde ,Dessert,France,"This is going to be a dense wine. It has a delicious touch, with a lemon-driven mouthfeel. It shows a fine balance of sweetness and freshness.",,,90,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Suau 2009 Barsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suau-2009-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Suau 7.5,White,Germany,"Hints of smoke, caramel and lemon custard are curious and enticing on the nose and palate of this nuanced Riesling. Intense, ripe peach and apricot flavors are sweet but tangy with acidity. It finishes exceptionally long and remarkably dry.",Berncasteler Doctor Auslese,87,90,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 2010 Berncasteler Doctor Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-2010-berncasteler-doctor-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 13,Red,Italy,"This rich blend of Aglianico, Merlot and Syrah opens with deep and penetrating aromas of dried berry, currant, black granite, leather and tobacco. It shows a tight, fine texture on the palate.",Tréje,20,90,Southern Italy,Basilicata,,Bisceglia 2008 Tréje Red (Basilicata),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bisceglia-2008-treje-red-basilicata/,Red Blend,2008,Bisceglia 13.5,Dessert,France,"Ripe and luscious, this is made almost entirely from Sémillon. Its rich texture is packed with flavors of honeyed apricots and sultanas. A hint of toast is fully absorbed into this intensely sweet wine, and the final citrusy edge adds a fine, contrasting point.",Château Latrezotte La Sauternes de Ma Fille,45,90,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Bernard Magrez 2010 Château Latrezotte La Sauternes de Ma Fille (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-magrez-2010-chateau-latrezotte-sauternes-ma-fille-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Bernard Magrez 13.5,Red,Italy,"Definitely a standout in a crowd, Rosso di Costanza shows a broad, rustic personality, with bold tannins, a textured mouthfeel and intense aromas of ripe fruit and smoke. It's not for everyone, but if you like power and muscle, this is for you.",Rosso di Costanza,41,90,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Tenuta Le Querce 2007 Rosso di Costanza (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-le-querce-2007-rosso-costanza-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2007,Tenuta Le Querce 13.5,Red,Italy,"An opulent red wine, this has dark aromas of bitter chocolate, prune, plum, blackberry, tobacco, spice and rum cake. It shows plump, round extraction in the mouth, which helps soften the variety's tannins.",Re Manfredi,37,90,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Re Manfredi 2008 Re Manfredi (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/re-manfredi-2008-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2008,Re Manfredi 14,Red,Italy,"This shows elegant and linear traits of smoky mineral and dried berry, backed by savory layers of cured meat and leather. Having spent 18 months maturing in oak, this has a soft, rich approach on the palate.",Damaschito,25,90,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Lucania 2008 Damaschito (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucania-2008-damaschito-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2008,Lucania 14,Red,France,"In addition to being the owner of Domaine de Pégaü, Féraud has a small but successful négociant business. This offering, which appears to come from the Versino estate (Bois de Boursan) is limited to only 500 bottles, bursting with cranberry and pomegranate flavors and aromatic Christmas spices. It's silky in texture, with just a touch of sweaty leather on the finish.",,69,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Sélection Laurence Féraud 2009 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selection-laurence-feraud-2009-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Sélection Laurence Féraud 13.5,White,US,"Dry and tantalizingly complex, with racy acidity and elegance. It shows Meyer lemon, lime, pear and sweet gooseberry flavors, with a touch of vanilla and toast from oak aging.",,20,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2011-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Longboard 14,Red,Spain,"What makes this varietal Syrah score high is not that it's over the top, superlush or heavily oaked, but that it's balanced to a tee. Black cherry, blackberry and spice aromas are more solid than they are special, while the palate folds together flavors of baked fruit, berry, mocha and tobacco. It doesn't expand much on the finish, but by then the story has been told.",Hacienda Zorita Natural Reserve Unamuno Vineyard,25,90,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Marqués de la Concordia 2009 Hacienda Zorita Natural Reserve Unamuno Vineyard Syrah (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-concordia-2009-hacienda-zorita-natural-reserve-unamuno-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Syrah,2009,Marqués de la Concordia 8.5,White,Germany,"Dark shades of smoke, fennel and ramp counter the sunny sweet-peach and melon notes on the nose and palate of this delicate, zippy Riesling. A slick of minerality on the midpalate extends to the finish, ending with a tart grapefruit kiss.",Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese,48,90,Mosel,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2010 Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2010-bernkasteler-badstube-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Joh. Jos. Prüm 12.5,White,France,"A creamed apple flavor gives this wine a warm, rich feel. Its weight matches its touch of minerality. Toward the end, a tropical character emerges, adding an exotic, ripe feel.",Michel Lynch,11,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Jean-Michel Cazes 2011 Michel Lynch (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-michel-cazes-2011-lynch-sauvignon-blanc-blanc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Jean-Michel Cazes 14,Red,France,"Because of Guigal's practice of extended élevage prior to bottling, the wines are often ready to drink when released. That's certainly the case with this balanced, supple Châteauneuf-du-Pape. It's meaty and chocolaty, with a silky texture and lingering finish. Drink now–2018.",,50,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,E. Guigal 2006 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2006-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,E. Guigal 14,Red,Italy,"This hearty Aglianico del Vulture show a note of soft spice and a velvety texture, followed by black fruit and dried berry aromas. The wine is aged for 18 months in French oak for extra spice and smoke highlights.",,,90,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2009 Aglianico del Vulture,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2009-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2009,Feudi di San Gregorio 14.5,Red,France,"This is ready-to-drink Châteauneuf. A charming raspberry flavor mixes easily with a dried herb note, while the tannins are supple and the texture is creamy. Drink it over the next 5–6 years.",Les Combes d'Arneval Lieu-Dit Arnavès,35,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Famille Quiot 2008 Les Combes d'Arneval Lieu-Dit Arnavès Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/famille-quiot-2008-combes-darneval-lieu-dit-arnaves-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Famille Quiot ,Red,France,"Firm and solid, this has a new-wood smoothness underneath the dark tannins. It is concentrated and dense, and the blackberry and plum skin flavors provide a fruity, juicy aftertaste.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Louis 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-louis-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Louis ,White,France,"Kissed generously by spicy wood, this is a smooth, ripe wine. It has some concentrated apricot and peppered pear flavors, along with a rich, toasty finish. Age 2–3 years.",,15,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Lestrille Capmartin 2011 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lestrille-capmartin-2011-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château Lestrille Capmartin ,Red,France,"Powerful and rich, this has sweet tannins that overlay a juicy blackberry-jelly flavor. It is sumptuous and opulent, squeezing out every bit of richness. It has weight, and its tannins offer a fine future.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Lassègue 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lassegue-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Lassègue ,White,France,"This lightly wood-aged wine's toasty character is finely balanced with tropical and citrus fruits. Full and ripe, the wine has both weight and a concentrated, rich aftertaste.",Heritage,15,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Lamothe-Vincent 2011 Heritage (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-vincent-2011-heritage-sauvignon-blanc-blanc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Château Lamothe-Vincent ,Red,France,"Solid and structured, delicious and fruity, this has all the elements of a firm, balanced wine, with a black fruit flavor and sweet acidity, plus a fragrant, smoky finish. Age for 4–5 years.",,22,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Barreyre 2009 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-barreyre-2009-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Barreyre ,Red,France,"Dark and concentrated, this has upfront tannins, followed by powerful, ripe black fruits. With its solid, chunky character, it will always be a massive, blockbuster wine.",,,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Pointe 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pointe-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Pointe 13.5,Red,France,"This wine exhibits the generosity from the ripe 2009 vintage. It has rich, full and round fruits, with a pleasing black currant flavor and tannic edge. Juicy, with a dust-textured aftertaste, this will age for 4–5 years.",,25,90,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Haut Selve 2009 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-selve-2009-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Haut Selve ,Red,France,"Opulent, ripe and juicy, this is packed with rich red-berry flavors and acidity. It is warm and rounded, and its juicy character appears right away. Delicious to drink in five years or sooner.",,,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Haut-Maillet 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-maillet-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Haut-Maillet 13,Red,France,"This is a firm wine, showing the tannins of the vintage while also bringing out ripe fruit to balance. It shows tense acidity with a juicy edge and follows through with a sense of potential richness. This has all the elements for good aging.",,25,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Fontesteau 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fontesteau-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Fontesteau ,Red,France,"Rich and full bodied, this wine includes flavors of black plum and blackberry. It is dense and firmly tannic, with the wood aging still evident. A strong coffee flavor is a powerful component of this solid, tannic wine.",,32,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Fombrauge 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fombrauge-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Fombrauge 12,White,France,"This is a ripe, wood-aged wine, with its smooth texture softening the natural herbaceous exuberance of young Sauvignon and Sémillon. Juicy and laced with citrus and gooseberry notes, it also has a touch of toast that adds good richness and gravity. Age for 3–4 years for maximum effect.",,25,90,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château du Seuil 2010 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-seuil-2010-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château du Seuil ,Red,France,"This firm, strongly tannic wine possesses all the right weight and richness. Dense tannins push the wine forward, with a sweet-tasting plum note, plus acidity. For aging over 4–5 years.",,15,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château du Lort 2009 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lort-2009-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château du Lort 7.5,Dessert,Germany,"This delicately nuanced Riesling balances intense yellow-peach and dried fig sweetness with a haze of smoke and notes of lanolin and beeswax. Juicy acidity and a hint of black tea astringency make for a long, elegant finish.",Erdener Prälat Goldkap Auslese,50,90,Mosel,,,Dr. Hermann 2010 Erdener Prälat Goldkap Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-hermann-2010-erdener-pralat-goldkap-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Hermann 8.5,White,Germany,"A note of dried citrus peel adds a touch of spice to the whiff of petrol on this delicate, minerally Riesling. The palate is zippy and brisk, with loads of fresh stone-fruit flavor and a long, steely finish that reverberates.",Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese,42,90,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 2010 Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-2010-bernkasteler-badstube-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 8.5,Dessert,Germany,"A hint of bitter citrus pith on the attack smooths out beautifully, evolving into sweet-tasting stone fruit, honey and crème caramel notes on this rich, balanced wine. Touches of sea salt and crushed stone add minerality to the medium-long finish.",Bernkasteler Lay Auslese,41,90,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2010 Bernkasteler Lay Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2010-bernkasteler-lay-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 13.5,Red,Italy,"What sets this Taurasi apart is the finesse and elegance it shows on the finish. This hearty effort reflects many of the mineral characteristics inherent to volcanic soils. A black fruit note is followed by touches of smoke, ash, tobacco, supported by polished tannins.",,35,90,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Donnachiara 2008 Taurasi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnachiara-2008-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2008,Donnachiara 14.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy and deep smelling, this Mencía is full, layered and nicely textured on the palate. As for flavors, look for equal parts dark fruit, toast, smoke and herb. Things dry out and fade on the finish.",Baltos,18,90,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Dominio de Tares 2009 Baltos Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-tares-2009-baltos-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2009,Dominio de Tares ,Red,France,"This sweet-tasting, fruity wine features a delicious, fragrant, juicy blackberry flavor. Its tannins are solid, but they are secondary to the generous fruits.",Virginie de Valandraud,95,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Valandraud 2009 Virginie de Valandraud (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valandraud-2009-virginie-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Valandraud ,Red,France,"This shows firm tannins and a dense structure that comes from the Malbec and Petit Verdot in the blend. It is full and spicy, with a flavor of black plum juice and a round texture on the finish. It's likely to age well over at least six years.",,,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Puy Castera 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-puy-castera-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Puy Castera 14,Red,France,"Perfumed new-wood aromas give this wine a toasty start. On the palate, the fruit is evident, showing luscious red-plum and black currant flavors. There are attractive notes of toast and pepper as the wine smoothes out on the palate.",,19,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Pontoise Cabarrus 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pontoise-cabarrus-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Pontoise Cabarrus ,Red,France,"The potential for a juicy, fruity wine lurks here beneath the youthful, extracted tannins. The wine certainly has density, with its rich structure coming through strongly. However, it needs aging over at least 10 years.",,,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Plince 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-plince-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Plince 13.5,Red,France,"An elegant wine, this is lightly perfumed with a fine smoky flavor, which accompanies the generous notes of black fruits. The wood influence still shows prominently and needs a few years to integrate, but the wine now is exuberant, full bodied and replete with fruit.",,90,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Pierhem 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pierhem-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Pierhem 14.5,Red,US,"Made from Bordeaux varieties and Syrah, this is marked by powerful fruit flavors and some degree of sophistication. It floods the mouth with extracted blackberry, cherry, currant and Canadian bacon notes, with a dash of black pepper. Drink it over the next year or two. It should be relatively easy to find, with 10,000 cases produced.",Herrick Red,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 2009 Herrick Red Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2009-herrick-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Conn Creek ,Red,France,"Packed with new wood, this is a tough, toasty wine at present. It has weight and potential richness, showing that the future development of this concentrated effort will favor richness while remaining powerful.",,,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Clos du Beau-Père 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-beau-pere-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Clos du Beau-Père 15.5,Red,Italy,"Vintner Luigi Rubino represents a new generation of young and dynamic winemakers in Puglia. This is a dark and decadent red wine, with sweet oak tones that sit behind the cherry, chocolate fudge, cinnamon and tobacco. The mouthfeel is supple, rich and long-lasting.",Visellio,32,91,Southern Italy,Salento,,Tenute Rubino 2010 Visellio Primitivo (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-rubino-2010-visellio-zinfandel-primitivo-salento/,Primitivo,2010,Tenute Rubino 13.5,White,US,"The cool 2010 vintage benefited this Chardonnay, giving it brisk acidity and finesse. It's very rich in orange, pineapple and apricot flavors, with a thick jacket of sweet, caramelized oak. Drink now with rich fare, such as lobster bisque.",KARIA,35,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2010 KARIA Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2010-karia-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 15,Red,Argentina,"Blueberry, boysenberry, minty oak and leather are the key aromas of this full-force Malbec. ViBo emerges with focus and power; it's delivering a truck load's worth of firm berry flavor, finishing dry and alert, with chocolate and herb notes. Drink now–2016.",ViBo,42,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viu Manent 2008 ViBo Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2008-vibo-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Viu Manent 13.6,Red,US,"A complex, dark-cherry-flavored Petite Sirah, this is marked by bright fruit and tame tannins, giving the wine a mouthwatering vibrancy. Intense but full of life, bottle aging has helped this wine, as it often does with a variety like Petite Sirah, which can be overwhelming when young. In this case, the years have opened it up, lending an elegance that makes the wine ideal for meaty foods.",Deviant Velocity,28,91,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sheldon 2007 Deviant Velocity Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldon-2007-deviant-velocity-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2007,Sheldon 14.5,Red,US,"Marked by intensely concentrated, sweet-tasting cassis liqueur flavors, this single-vineyard 100% Cabernet is rich and oaky. With a dramatic texture of finely ground tannins and citrusy acids, it will develop over the next 5–6 years.",Central Park West,50,91,California,Napa,St. Helena,Trinchero 2009 Central Park West Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2009-central-park-west-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Trinchero 14.7,Red,Australia,"This has been a consistently excellent offering over recent vintages, combining Shiraz, Cabernet and Merlot to good effect. Oaky shadings of vanilla and coconut frame chocolaty fruit, lined with just enough of a bright cherry note. It's full bodied and creamy textured, with a long, plush finish. Drink now–2020.",WillowBend Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,24,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Dutschke 2008 WillowBend Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutschke-2008-willowbend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-red-barossa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Dutschke 14.5,Red,France,"This is the estate's top cuvée, made primarily from century-old Grenache vines. It's definitely concentrated, boasting punched-up levels of red plum and cherry. It's brash and intense, with peppery, herbal notes above and leathery notes below that add complexity. Give it at least five years in the cellar.",Cuvée Etienne Gonnet,80,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Font de Michelle 2009 Cuvée Etienne Gonnet Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-font-michelle-2009-cuvee-etienne-gonnet-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine Font de Michelle ,Red,France,"With the 2009 and 2010 vintages, Rauzan-Gassies has hit its stride after many years of disappointments. This 2010 is powerful, fruity, dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon's black currant flavor. There is a touch of barnyard at the end, but this is likely a passing phase.",,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Rauzan-Gassies 2010 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rauzan-gassies-2010-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Rauzan-Gassies 14,Red,France,"Sitting well above its place in the Bordeaux hierarchy, Preuillac, owned by the Mau family, has produced a firmly structured 2010, bearing dense tannins as well as powerful fruit. It has a juicy element but needs many years to round out and show all of its considerable potential.",,,91,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Preuillac 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-preuillac-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Preuillac ,Red,France,"This shows something of Margaux's—the neighboring appellation—delicacy, allied with firm, dry tannins. It has the dense structure and ripeness characteristic of the vintage, with a rich black-fruit flavor and acidity. It's a wine for long-term aging.",,,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Cambon la Pelouse 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cambon-pelouse-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Cambon la Pelouse 13.5,Red,France,"Rich and packed with ripe Merlot-based fruit, this is a solid wine, with a berry flavor and tannins. The delicious, juicy flavors speak to the ripe fruit that needs several years to fully mellow and integrate.",,30,91,Bordeaux,Lussac Saint-Émilion,,Château les Vieilles Pierres 2009 Lussac Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vieilles-pierres-2009-red-lussac-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château les Vieilles Pierres ,Dessert,France,"This features a light touch of acidity and a lemon note. It is still developing, with a ripe background of yellow fruit and orange jelly still to show. The finish shows the delicate side of the wine.",,,91,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Lamothe 2009 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-2009-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Lamothe 13.5,Red,Italy,"You can't go wrong with a beautifully bold and structured red wine like this. Meant for cold winter nights and hearty meat dishes, this elegant Taurasi opens with luscious dark fruit, prune, spice and tobacco notes. The wine's texture is fine and silky, with polished, dusty tannins.",Riserva,55,91,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Di Meo 2004 Riserva (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meo-2004-riserva-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2004,Di Meo 15,Red,Australia,"The result of a joint venture between the Chapoutier and Laughton families, this is a full-bodied, superripe wine. Aromas and flavors of chocolate and raisined cassis are almost Amarone-like, while the tannins are softly dusty in texture and the finish long.",,70,91,Victoria,Heathcote,,Cluster M45 2008 Shiraz (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cluster-m45-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-heathcote/,Shiraz,2008,Cluster M45 13,White,Germany,"Lush and richly textured, this dry, full-bodied Riesling counterplays savory elements of smoke, fennel and sweat with bright notes of juicy tangerine, honey and lavender. Lemony acidity extends the finish, ending on an elegant, waxy flower note.",Erbacher Marcobrunn Grosse Lage,92,91,Rheingau,,,Baron Knyphausen 2010 Erbacher Marcobrunn Grosse Lage Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-knyphausen-2010-erbacher-marcobrunn-grosse-lage-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Baron Knyphausen 16,Red,Spain,"Smoky, charred and minerally on the nose, this has a balsamic berry aroma and lots of dark spice. It feels deep, pure and layered, with flavors of wild berry, toast, baked plum and dark spice. It finishes big, with hints of rubber, blackberry and lasting spice.",,45,91,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Alto Moncayo 2009 Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alto-moncayo-2009-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2009,Alto Moncayo 13,White,Argentina,"Among Argentinean Chardonnays, Catena's Alta is among the very best. This vintage supplies toasty apple, pear and banana aromas in front of a fresh, full-bodied palate that's clean, pure and Burgundian in character. Flavors of baked apple, oak and spice lead to a long finish. Drink now–2014.",Catena Alta Estate Rows,35,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2010 Catena Alta Estate Rows Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2010-alta-estate-rows-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Bodega Catena Zapata ,Red,Spain,"This is dry, earthy and complex on the nose, with smooth tannins, elegance and acidic lift to the palate. Flavors of fine oak, copious spice and complex berry are more than satisfying, while the finish is long, dry and composed, featuring a note of cinnamon.",Roble,28,91,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Abad Dom Bueno 2009 Roble Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abad-dom-bueno-2009-roble-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2009,Abad Dom Bueno 13.5,White,US,"To call this a fun wine—which it is—is to suggest that it's not complex and compelling, which it also is. It features brilliant acidity and orange-like intensity, remaining bone dry despite its honey-tinged finish. Pair it with Chinese chicken dishes.",Estate Grown and Bottled,25,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2010 Estate Grown and Bottled Grenache Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2010-estate-grown-bottled-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache Blanc,2010,Zaca Mesa ,Red,France,"Located in the heart of the Haut-Médoc, close to Lamarque, Malescasse is capable of producing sweet-tasting, friendly wines, such as this 2010. It's bright, fruity and layered with acidity, and the firm tannins show through slowly, offering power and density for the medium-term.",,,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Malescasse 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malescasse-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Malescasse 13,Red,France,"Liversan is the flagship of the properties owned by the Lapalu family. In 2010 it has produced a complex, tannic and dark-fruit-driven wine that is full, ripe and solidly structured. Rich, with a dry core, it has the potential to age for at least 5–6 years.",,20,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Liversan 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-liversan-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Liversan 13,Red,France,"There is a fine mineral texture to this structured, firm wine from the northern Haut-Médoc. It also has ripe fruit and a richly tannic character, with flavors of black plum juice and berry. Dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, this will age over several years.",,20,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Landat 2009 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-landat-2009-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Landat 13.5,Red,France,"This small 24-acre property has produced a powerful, rich 2010 that layers its big black-plum flavor with complex tannins and wood notes. Dry and firm, it is still defiantly young and needs several years to round out.",Château Moulin d'Ulysse,29,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Bernard Magrez 2010 Château Moulin d'Ulysse (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-magrez-2010-chateau-moulin-dulysse-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Bernard Magrez 13.5,Red,France,"This is a rich wine still dominated by solid, firm and dry tannins. Its black and red fruits are ripe and juicy, and its freshness comes from acidity that appears on the finish. Age this balanced effort for 4–5 years, at least.",Château Gramond,24,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Bernard Magrez 2010 Château Gramond (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-magrez-2010-chateau-gramond-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Bernard Magrez 13.5,Red,Spain,"Quite earthy and nutty on the nose, this features scents of leather, peanut, licorice and raisin. The mouthfeel is smooth, steady and layered, with dry plum, raspberry and plenty of spice and toast. It turns mostly toward tobacco and vanilla on the finish. Very nice and friendly; drink now–2017.",Gran Reserva,45,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baron De Ley 2005 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-ley-2005-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Baron De Ley ,Red,France,"Dry and powerful, this has a concentrated plum skin flavor and dark tannins. The wine's intense fruitiness balances the structure. This has great aging potential.",Duo de Conseillante,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château La Conseillante 2009 Duo de Conseillante (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-conseillante-2009-duo-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château La Conseillante ,Red,France,"The wine from this chateau, whose vines touch those of Latour, is solid and dense, with a sense of severity that is often the hallmark of this fifth growth. It is dark and the fruits whisper in the distance. This needs to age for several years.",,,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Haut Bages Libéral 2010 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bages-liberal-2010-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Haut Bages Libéral ,Red,France,"With 20 acres—the smallest of the Margaux classified growths—Ferrière has produced a 2010 of considerable weight and structure. It's dark and serious, with a solid flavor of black plum skin and dense acidity on the finish. Keep this wine for at least seven years for it to start softening.",,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Ferrière 2010 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ferriere-2010-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Ferrière ,Red,France,"This wine seems like it's all structure at this stage, firmly tannic and dry. Very solid and chunky, it is hiding its potentially rich fruit, which will show once the intense tannins soften, but the wine will likely always be severe.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos Labory 2010 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-labory-2010-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Cos Labory 14,Red,France,"Smooth and rich, this showcases both the structure and ripe black fruits of the vintage. It has wood-aging flavors, with a touch of caramel and fine acidity. This is for medium- to long-term aging.",,30,91,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Cap Léon Veyrin 2010 Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cap-leon-veyrin-2010-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Cap Léon Veyrin ,Red,France,"As Belgrave improves each year, it reveals a character that is close to the elegance and style of Saint-Julien, right next door. This 2010, while dense, is balanced, and its rich blackberry flavor is already integrating into its firm tannins. This should age well for the medium term.",,60,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Belgrave 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belgrave-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Belgrave ,Red,France,"This structured, concentrated wine is from an estate in the north of Saint-Estèphe. A dominance of Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend lends it firm, solid tannins as well as a juicy black-currant note. It's a wine for long-term aging; don't drink before 7–8 years.",,41,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Beau-Site 2010 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beau-site-2010-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Beau-Site 14.5,Red,Australia,"A step up from the winery's entry-level Hazard Hill bottling, the 2008 Omrah Shiraz is another terrific value. It takes plummy fruit and cedary oak, then ups the ante with complex notes of smoked meat and leather while silky tannins line the long finish. Drink now–2020.",Omrah,20,91,Western Australia,Great Southern,,Plantagenet 2008 Omrah Shiraz (Great Southern),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2008-omrah-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-great-southern/,Shiraz,2008,Plantagenet 14,White,France,"Pierre Henri Morel is Chapoutier's general manager, but he also has his own line of wines that can often represent excellent value. This blend of Grenache, Clairette and Bourboulenc is full bodied and rich, toasty and smoky with oak influence and well endowed with peach and pineapple fruit. Drink it over the next year.",Laudun Blanc,20,91,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Pierre Henri Morel 2010 Laudun Blanc White (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-henri-morel-2010-laudun-blanc-white-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Pierre Henri Morel 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"This luxury Cava is entirely clean and pure on the bouquet. The palate is bright, lifted and zesty for a 2006, with apple, dry spice and lingering citrus notes. The body is defined by its yeasty weight and foam but it's not heavy or dull. Only 100 cases of this beauty were made. Drink now–2015.",Leopardi Brut Nature,40,91,Catalonia,Cava,,Llopart 2006 Leopardi Brut Nature Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llopart-2006-leopardi-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Llopart 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Gramona is known for yeasty, complex sparklers, and this falls into that paradigm. The nose is definitely yeasty, with apple and green melon aromas. It's a bit soft for Cava, but that's because it's an '05 that rested on lees for years. Flavors of toasted bread and apple are long on complexity and short on fruit, but once again that's what distinguishes Gramona from the masses.",III Lustros Gran Reserva,45,91,Catalonia,Cava,,Gramona 2005 III Lustros Gran Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gramona-2005-iii-lustros-gran-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Gramona 13.9,Red,US,"Great fruit is the story here—a lush mix of cranberry, cherry, blueberry and Bourbon-soaked fig. Complex and delicious, this is drinking very well. It may or may not continue to improve, but why wait?",Raptor Red,60,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2008 Raptor Red Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2008-raptor-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2008,Kestrel 14,Red,Italy,"Sourced from 50-year-old vines, Bosco del Falco shows inky concentration, with dusty mineral shadings of slate, crushed granite and earth. The fruits are prune and dried berry, and the wine features tight tannins and overall complexity. Drink now, or age for five more years.",Bosco del Falco,32,91,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Lucania 2007 Bosco del Falco (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucania-2007-bosco-falco-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2007,Lucania 14,Red,Argentina,"This blend of Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot is powerful, with a blueberry flavor, a mild green note, a balsamic hint and a molasses tinge. It's saturated and clampy in feel, with aggressive flavors of lemony oak, balsamic fruit and baked berry. Warm, oaky and full of licorice flavor on the finish. Drink 2014–2019.",Kinien de Don Raúl,65,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ruca Malen 2008 Kinien de Don Raúl Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruca-malen-2008-kinien-don-raul-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2008,Ruca Malen 14.6,Red,US,"This is a finely tuned Cabernet with dark blue-and-black fruit tones and concentrated shovelings of earth and mushroom. A new vineyard designate for the winery, this one's worth seeking out. It's suited to pair with anything braised or roasted. Let it age for another 5–7 years.",Folkendt Vineyard,65,91,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2009 Folkendt Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2009-folkendt-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Steven Kent 13.5,White,Germany,"This is intensely ripe and almost tropical, with yellow fruit and flower notes that are balanced with layers of smoke, wet stone and brisk, steely acidity. This is a dry yet lavishly textured wine, with flavors that meander long on the finish.",Scharlachberg Bingen GG Trocken,66,91,Rheinhessen,,,Rheingraf 2010 Scharlachberg Bingen GG Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rheingraf-2010-scharlachberg-bingen-gg-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2010,Rheingraf ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Better known for its table wines, Quinta do Crasto still retains an important Port program. This big, dry and smoky effort fully justifies that. It is firmly structured and tannic, with a strong black-pepper character that is balanced by the solid structure and concentration. Age over many years.",Vintage,78,91,Port,,,Quinta do Crasto 2010 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-2010-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2010,Quinta do Crasto 14.4,Red,US,"Here's a tight, focused controlled Syrah. It shows the fierce tannins of its mountain origin, plus intense blackberry jam, cassis and beef jerky flavors. Drinkable now, but it really needs a few years to mellow. The estate vineyard is on Spring Mountain in the Mayacamas range.",Estate Bottled,55,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spring Mountain Vineyard 2009 Estate Bottled Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-2009-estate-bottled-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2009,Spring Mountain Vineyard 15.5,Red,Argentina,"Eolo is Trivento's prized wine, and this vintage hammers away from the start with blackberry, toast and pepper aromas. The palate is huge and extracted, with dark, fat blackberry flavors that are tempered by graphite and minty oak. It's as black as they come, with mint and licorice flavors on the finish. An inky, intense wine, with less than 500 cases made.",Eolo,79,91,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Trivento 2009 Eolo Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivento-2009-eolo-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2009,Trivento ,Red,France,"While the wine's surface is smooth, underneath there are firm, dry tannins that offer potential for power. New wood flavors are still prominent, indicating that this is still a wine in development.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Sanctus 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanctus-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Sanctus ,Red,France,"New wood dominates this smooth, ripe wine. It has a high amount of toast flavor, which is sustained by its fragrant fruitiness. As the wine gets into its stride, it will show richness as well as structure.",,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Clos du Canton des Ormeaux 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-canton-ormeaux-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Clos du Canton des Ormeaux 8,White,Germany,"Seemingly dripping with honey and nectar, this lush, intensely concentrated Riesling is dense, with sweet white-peach, grapefruit and pear flavors. Veins of of dusty slate and sharp lemon-lime acidity add complexity and elegance to the long, lingering finish.",Berncasteler Doctor Spätlese,62,91,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2010 Berncasteler Doctor Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2010-berncasteler-doctor-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 14.4,Red,US,"Made from a single clone, this exuberant effort zeroes in on pure cherry-pie and red currant flavors, enhanced by sweet-tasting, smoky oak. There's a slight funkiness that adds to the complexity. Easy to like now, and it will gain traction under proper cellar conditions for 5–6 years.",Clonal Series Dijon 777,55,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2010 Clonal Series Dijon 777 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2010-clonal-series-dijon-777-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Domaine Carneros 14.5,Red,Australia,"Full bodied, dense and creamy in texture, this is an ultradark expression of Shiraz, with flavors ranging from asphalt to coffee and black olive to chocolate. Plum and herb tangs round this out on the long, warm, velvety finish.",Special Select,50,91,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 2008 Special Select Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-2008-special-select-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,2008,Penley Estate ,Red,France,"Chocolate and coffee flavors dominate this firm and concentrated wine. It's big and tannic, but at this stage hard and tough. Give it at least 10 years for the fruit potential to show.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos Saint-Julien 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-saint-julien-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Clos Saint-Julien 14.5,Red,Australia,"Slightly firmer and more structured than the other two Clarendon Hills Cabernets from 2008, the Brookman Cabernet also delivers slightly more herbal aromas and flavors than its counterparts. There's classic Ribena-like cassis, but additional shadings of dried herb and tobacco impart a crisp, slightly astringent edge to the finish. Drink 2014–2023.",Brookman,50,91,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2008 Brookman Cabernet Sauvignon (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2008-brookman-cabernet-sauvignon-clarendon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Clarendon Hills 7.5,Dessert,Germany,"Slick with lanolin and honeycomb sheens, yet delicately textured, this is a symphonic harmony. Flavors of juicy, sweet, pink grapefruit and yellow peach are ripe and tangy, but shadings of jasmine tea and potpourri add edge on the finish.",Scharzhofberger #10 Auslese,160,91,Mosel,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2010 Scharzhofberger #10 Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2010-scharzhofberger-10-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 13.5,White,France,"An old-vine blend of Marsanne and Roussanne vinified in oak, this is full bodied and powerful, with ample smoke and toast notes framing a subtle melon tone, underscored by a hint of crushed stone. Delicious now, but it would also be interesting to taste in 3–4 years.",Les Hauts d'Eole,24,91,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Cave de Tain 2010 Les Hauts d'Eole White (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2010-hauts-deole-white-crozes-hermitage/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Cave de Tain 14,Red,Italy,"Fine craftsmanship is evident in this Sardinian blend of Carignano and Syrah. The wine is rich and extracted, with bold fruit notes of blackberry and plum followed by spice and tobacco. Some toasted oak influences appear in the mouth alongside soft, smooth tannins.",Malombra,65,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Mesa 2009 Malombra Red (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mesa-2009-malombra-red-isola-nuraghi/,Red Blend,2009,Mesa 7.5,White,Germany,"Notes of waxy white flower, lemon peel and lanolin add a minerally slick to the ripe flavors of pineapple and yellow peach on this penetrating Riesling. Delicately textured with loads of tangy acidity, it finishes quite long, with a hint of bitter tea leaf.",Reiler Mullay-Hofberg Schäf Spätlese,40,91,Mosel,,,Melsheimer 2010 Reiler Mullay-Hofberg Schäf Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melsheimer-2010-reiler-mullay-hofberg-schaf-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Melsheimer 14.2,White,US,"With its brisk acidity, minerality and dryness, this low-production Chardonnay shares similarities with Chablis. It has an intense core of Meyer lemons and guavas, with a veneer of sweet oak.",Durell Vineyard,40,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Dunstan 2010 Durell Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunstan-2010-durell-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Dunstan 13,White,Germany,"Flavors of ripe yellow mango and peach nectar pack a punch in this intensely fruity, intensely aromatic Riesling. It's luscious yet dry on the palate, elegantly swathed with dusty minerals and sheer, tangerine-like acidity.",Hochheimer Kirchenstück Erstes Gewächs Trocken,50,91,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 2010 Hochheimer Kirchenstück Erstes Gewächs Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-2010-hochheimer-kirchenstuck-erstes-gewachs-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Domdechant Werner 13.6,White,US,"This is succulent yet delicate, with dried hay and sweet grass flavors. Textural, vivid and racy, it has a Loire-like mix of fruit, flower and herb, with the possibility of improving still further over the next 4–5 years.",,15,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barons V 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barons-v-2011-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Barons V 15.7,Red,Australia,"This is a great example of what the Barossa Valley can deliver at an affordable price. The alcohol is high, but well buffered by an ample raspberry flavor. Despite the prevalence of raspberry and vanilla notes, it's not excessively confected or fruity, since it's grounded in savory, earthy notes. Drink now–2020.",,20,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,3 Rings 2008 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3-rings-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2008,3 Rings 14,Red,Spain,"Dense, fruity and rock-solid as Ribera goes, this has aromas of cassis and blackberry that are full and lusty. The palate is thick and saturated, with rich black-fruit flavors, finishing long and potent. Drink now–2017.",Tinto Pesquera,36,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Alejandro Fernandez 2009 Tinto Pesquera (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-alejandro-fernandez-2009-tinto-pesquera-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas Alejandro Fernandez 14,Red,France,"This dense, tannic, complex wine has blackberry and bitter chocolate flavors, with a dark, firm structure. The dusty tannins give weight and richness. Age this for five years.",Cuvée Jean-Gabriel,30,91,Bordeaux,Lussac Saint-Émilion,,Château Bel-Air 2009 Cuvée Jean-Gabriel (Lussac Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bel-air-2009-cuvee-jean-gabriel-red-lussac-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Bel-Air 14,Red,Italy,"This will hit your senses hard with dusty layers of crushed mineral, campfire ash, toasted nut and cured meat. The approach is bold and powerful. The wine rides smooth over the palate with thick tannins and determination.",Talento,32,91,Southern Italy,Sannio,,Capolino Perlingieri 2007 Talento Aglianico (Sannio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capolino-perlingieri-2007-talento-italian-red-aglianico-sannio/,Aglianico,2007,Capolino Perlingieri 14,Red,Italy,"Il Repertorio shows an authentic and slightly rustic personality, with flavors of candied fruit, prune, plum, lead pencil and cured meat. It delivers a polished, elegant finish.",Il Repertorio,25,91,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Cantine del Notaio 2008 Il Repertorio (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-notaio-2008-il-repertorio-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2008,Cantine del Notaio 15,Red,France,"Almost black in color, this is a powerful expression of rich 2009. It feels sumptuous and rich, and the acidity provides good counterweight. There is structure from the wood aging that threads through the black fruits. Concentrated and dense, it should age over 5–6 years.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Fonplégade 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonplegade-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Fonplégade ,Red,France,"Concentrated, ripe, Merlot-typical fruit flavors are the hallmark of this perfumed, ripe wine. It has a solid, slightly extracted character, which brings out an edge of bitterness. In contrast, a sweet-tasting plum note provides an open and round finish. For medium-term aging over 4–5 years.",,,91,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château du Plessis 2010 Moulis-en-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-plessis-2010-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château du Plessis ,Dessert,France,"A fresh and aromatic bouquet sets off this light, dancing style of wine. It has acidity and a lemon curd flavor, proving to be sweet and citrusy at the same time. It's developing well.",,,91,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Doisy-Daëne 2009 Barsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-doisy-daene-2009-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Doisy-Daëne 13.5,Red,France,"Gironville is in the southern Haut-Médoc, close to Margaux, and is capable of producing the same style of wine—open and not overly tannic. At the same time, the black currant fruit is present, concentrated and already juicy. This shows fine potential, so keep it for the next 4–5 years.",,18,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château de Gironville 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gironville-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Gironville ,Red,France,"This sweet-tasting, juicy wine shows initial fruitiness, and then it packs a punch of dark tannins, a toast note and a dry, dark core. With this firm character, it will age over many years.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château de Ferrand 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ferrand-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Ferrand 13,Red,France,"From the southern part of the Haut-Médoc, this effort is rich and rounded, full of black fruits and sweet tannins. It is well balanced, with its acidity and smoky flavors coming through slowly as the wine opens. Age this over many years.",,17,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château de Braude 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-braude-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Braude ,Red,France,"Juicy, though a little on the lean side, this wine shows a strong flavor of black currant while its tannins are holding back. However, this vintage's firm structure demonstrates the considerable investment in the chateau in the past few years.",,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Marquis de Terme 2010 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marquis-terme-2010-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Marquis de Terme 13,Red,France,"Powerful tannins still control this wine. It has a mineral-driven texture and is very firm, and the dry core still masks the potential of its delicious, juicy black fruits. Solid and chunky, yet maintaining elegance, this is a wine for aging over at least six years.",Réserve,30,91,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Haut Selve 2008 Réserve (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-selve-2008-reserve-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Haut Selve 14.5,Red,US,"This has 10% Monastrell in the mix, and it is a sublime example of what flavors of baked raspberry compote, cranberry and black licorice can do when allowed to mingle together in liquid form. Medium in body, this has a lot of earthiness. It would make a fine alternative to more expensive Pinots.",Terra Alta Vineyard,18,91,California,Central Valley,Clements Hills,Bokisch 2010 Terra Alta Vineyard Garnacha (Clements Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bokisch-2010-terra-alta-vineyard-grenache-garnacha-central-valley-clements-hills/,Garnacha,2010,Bokisch 14.5,Red,US,"Bokisch's 100% Monastrell is brooding with dark fruit—black cherries, currants and blackberries. It shows a cinnamon-swirled earth note and a layer of herb, with medium body. As such, it would be a beautiful wine with roasted meats like lamb or chicken that are swaddled in herbs or anise. The tannins are soft but structured enough to age.",Belle Colline Vineyard,21,91,California,Central Valley,Clements Hills,Bokisch 2010 Belle Colline Vineyard Monastrell (Clements Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bokisch-2010-belle-colline-vineyard-mourvedre-monastrell-central-valley-clements-hills/,Monastrell,2010,Bokisch 12,White,Germany,"Hints of honey and orange spice sweeten the notes of candle wax and lanolin on this intense, tangerine-inflected Riesling. It's dry and full bodied in style, with a languorous heft of honey and flower flavors that meld on the palate. Tangy lime acidity adds zip and balance.",Erbacher Hohenrain Erste Lage,68,91,Rheingau,,,Baron Knyphausen 2010 Erbacher Hohenrain Erste Lage Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-knyphausen-2010-erbacher-hohenrain-erste-lage-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Baron Knyphausen 14.9,Red,US,"Light and silky, this packs a real punch in complexity, with layers of raspberry, cherry, cola and sweet oak. There's a mushroom-driven earthiness you might call Burgundian. The tightness suggests aging, possibly over the long haul.",,44,91,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Bailiwick 2010 Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailiwick-2010-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bailiwick ,Red,France,"This is a wine that's full of blackberry flavor, with elegant fruitiness and sweet tannins. It may miss the firm structure of the vintage, but it makes up for that with its forward, ripe fruitiness.",,,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château d'Armailhac 2010 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darmailhac-2010-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château d'Armailhac 13.5,Red,France,"Dark in color, this is a concentrated wine that's very firm in structure, with dense tannins. It's powered by ripe, mature black fruits as well as acids that cut through the dry texture. This needs several years of aging.",,45,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Lamothe-Bergeron 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-bergeron-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lamothe-Bergeron ,White,France,"This is a rich wine that's full of apricot, melon and pear flavors. It has weight, ripe fruit and a good touch of minerality, with a clean and crisp finish. Age this for a year or two.",,13,91,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Haut Grand Champ 2011 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-grand-champ-2011-sauvignon-blanc-blanc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Château Haut Grand Champ ,White,France,"This spicy wine is produced by the Mau family. It has an attractive cinnamon element, a touch of toast, and a concentrated texture that brings out a tropical fruit character. Rich and perfumed, this has a great note of ginger snap on the finish.",Experience,19,91,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Ducla 2011 Experience (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ducla-2011-experience-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château Ducla ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"With firm and structured tannins, the wine has strong potential. It also has an element of blackberry juice that provides ripe fruit as well as acidity. There is a cool feel to this wine, with a dry finish.",Quinta da Cavadinha Vintage,88,91,Port,,,Warre's 2010 Quinta da Cavadinha Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warres-2010-quinta-cavadinha-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2010,Warre's 13.5,White,US,"This is Zaca Mesa's best Viognier in at least 10 years. Dry and crisp in zesty acidity, with a firm minerality, it avoids the variety's exotic side, offering streamlined, complex flavors of citrus fruit, Asian pear, peach and white pepper.",Estate Grown and Bottled,18,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2010 Estate Grown and Bottled Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2010-estate-grown-bottled-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2010,Zaca Mesa 13,White,Germany,"Delicate green-flower and pink grapefruit flavors build in intensity and concentration on the palate of this bold, full-bodied Riesling. It's an impeccably textured, dry wine, with a slick of waxy lanolin that lingers on the finish.",Westhofen Brunnenhäuschen GG Trocken,100,91,Rheinhessen,,,Wittmann 2010 Westhofen Brunnenhäuschen GG Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wittmann-2010-westhofen-brunnenhauschen-gg-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2010,Wittmann 14.9,Red,US,"This Syrah is a blend of four different clones, and it's aging regimen is comprised of one-third new oak and two-thirds neutral oak. Quite dark in color and temperament, its roasted, smoky flavors are specific and highly individual. If you like the flavor of slightly burnt cake that's scraped off the bottom of a baking pan, you'll enjoy this. Black fruit, roasted earth and more, this is a big, big wine.",Collaboration Series III Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,55,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Force Majeure 2009 Collaboration Series III Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/force-majeure-2009-collaboration-series-iii-ciel-cheval-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2009,Force Majeure 14,Red,Italy,"Buio Buio, which translates to “dark dark,” shows an inky-dark color and rich, soft concentration. This handsome bottle offers pretty aromas of blackberry, plum, spice and cinnamon, with sweet-tasting cherry endnotes.",Buio Buio,44,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Mesa 2010 Buio Buio Carignano (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mesa-2010-buio-buio-carignan-carignano-isola-nuraghi/,Carignano,2010,Mesa 14.2,Red,Australia,"All three of Plantagenet's Shirazes were successful in 2008. This, the flagship bottling, offers aromas of coffee grounds, cherry and cracked black pepper, adding vanilla, spice and charred beef flavors on the palate. It's harmonious, savory and complex. Drink now–2020 and possibly beyond.",,29,91,Western Australia,Mount Barker,,Plantagenet 2008 Shiraz (Mount Barker),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mount-barker/,Shiraz,2008,Plantagenet 14.7,Red,US,"This is a savory Zin with a leathery coffee tone that's also delightfully fresh and marked by red fruit notes. Cerebral, with noticeable acidity and a long finish, the wine is reminiscent of a fine bottle of crème de violette, flowery—yet rich.",Shake Ridge Ranch,36,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Newsome-Harlow 2010 Shake Ridge Ranch Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newsome-harlow-2010-shake-ridge-ranch-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Newsome-Harlow 14.5,Red,US,"Soft, gentle and rich, this is made for drinking now with Cabernet-friendly foods. It offers blasts of blackberry and cherry pie, currant, licorice and sweet cedar flavors, wrapped into fine tannins. The blend is made from all five classic Bordeaux varieties, based on Cabernet Sauvignon.",,30,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 2008 Meritage (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2008-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-county/,Meritage,2008,Dry Creek Vineyard ,White,France,"At this stage, strong wood-influenced flavors dominate the fruit of this smooth-textured wine. It has the weight to stand up to the wood, so expect this wine to develop into a rich, creamy, lightly spicy wine in 2–3 years.",Cuvée Majeure,23,91,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Turcaud 2011 Cuvée Majeure (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-turcaud-2011-cuvee-majeure-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château Turcaud ,Red,France,"Ramage la Batisse, which as of 2012 is 50 years old, is beginning to show the potential of its vineyard near Pauillac. This 2010 tastes rich and sweetly fruity, while its acidity supports firm tannins and ripe, jammy black-fruit flavors. It's for medium-term aging over the next 4–5 years.",,,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Ramage la Batisse 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ramage-batisse-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Ramage la Batisse 7.5,White,Germany,"With a veritable bouquet of honeysuckle, fresh herb and freesia, this is one fragrant Riesling. Crisp and clean on the palate, it's sweet-tasting and easy-drinking, with ultraripe stone fruit and a prickle of lime-skin astringency on the finish.",Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Auslese,60,91,Mosel,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2010 Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2010-bernkasteler-alte-badstube-am-doctorberg-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"On the north bank of the river, the remote Quinta dos Canais has produced a ripe, richly textured, perfumed wine that's packed with sweet berry flavor. It is concentrated, complete and softly tannic, suggesting medium-term aging.",Quinta dos Canais Vintage,50,91,Port,,,Cockburn's 2010 Quinta dos Canais Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockburns-2010-quinta-canais-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2010,Cockburn's ,Red,France,"Generous and ripe, this features flavors of blackberry and damson. It still shows plenty of youthful tannins, but these are maturing and softening into a cushiony texture.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos la Madeleine 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-madeleine-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Clos la Madeleine 14.5,Red,Australia,"Big and bulky, this is concentrated and intense, with plenty of weight and texture to go along with dark flavors of blackberry, black olive and chocolate. A touch of mint helps lighten it a little, and the dusty tannins help frame the powerful fruit. Try after 2017.",Hickinbotham,75,91,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2008 Hickinbotham Syrah (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2008-hickinbotham-shiraz-syrah-syrah-clarendon/,Syrah,2008,Clarendon Hills 12.5,Red,Australia,"The 2009 Diana Madeline is 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, with the balance a blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Malbec. It boasts lovely aromas of cassis and tobacco leaf or dried herb, while on the palate it is restrained. For all of the aromatic boldness and purity, it's a bit austere, ending on a firm, crisp note. A 2002 tasted recently was just hitting its stride, so give it another 6–8 years.",Diana Madeline,95,91,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cullen 2009 Diana Madeline Red (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cullen-2009-diana-madeline-red-margaret-river/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Cullen 14.2,Red,US,"Tight as nails right out of the bottle, this Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend takes some time in the glass to breathe and open. After a while, it gives off an intense, pleasurable black-currant note. Feels rich, smooth and oaky in the mouth, with a hard jacket of tannins. Should glide through the next 5–6 years, but it can be consumed now.",,60,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trinchero 2009 Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2009-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,2009,Trinchero 14.3,Red,US,"Pure Cabernet Franc from the outstanding Olsen Vineyards, this avoids the stemminess that can plague this variety at times. It has a pure black-cherry flavor that is round and full bodied, with textural tannins that sail onto the delicious finish.",,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2008 Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2008-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Kestrel 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Deep, dark and charred on the nose, this features campfire and black cherry aromas. It feels fresh, alert and snappy for being so dark and ripe, with blackberry and padded oak flavors. It's layered and a touch creamy on the finish. A modern, powerful Malbec to drink now–2016.",Nazarenas Vineyard,40,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Melipal 2007 Nazarenas Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melipal-2007-nazarenas-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Melipal 7.5,Dessert,Germany,"While initially quite lush on the palate, with undulating notes of honey, lanolin and hibiscus nectar, there's an invigorating briskness on the midpalate from the sweet-tart citrus and stone fruit flavors. It's bright with acidity and delicate lacings of sugar, spice and black tea.",Abtsberg Auslese 72,85,91,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2010 Abtsberg Auslese 72 Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2010-abtsberg-auslese-72-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Maximin Grünhäuser 14,Red,Italy,"With all the qualities needed for long cellar time—structure, freshness and fruit integrity—this already shows its considerable pedigree. It delivers tobacco, leather, black fruit and a touch of dried herb on the finish.",CampoRe Riserva,60,91,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Terredora 2006 CampoRe Riserva (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2006-campore-riserva-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2006,Terredora 14,Red,Italy,"Packaged in a massively heavy glass bottle, Vigna della Corona is an important expression of Aglianico that deftly sets a touch of oak-derived against black fruit and prune notes. Savory flavors of wild mushroom, tobacco and smoke give the wine a masculine, brawny personality.",Vigna della Corona,86,91,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Tenuta Le Querce 2005 Vigna della Corona (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-le-querce-2005-vigna-della-corona-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2005,Tenuta Le Querce 14,Red,Italy,"Linear and elegant, this bears dusty tones of granite and black fruit that accompany lingering background aromas of spice and tobacco. Dark and deeply extracted, the wine lasts long on the palate, expressing dark plum and cigar flavors along the way.",Raiano,38,91,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Villa Raiano 2008 Raiano (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-raiano-2008-raiano-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2008,Villa Raiano 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a unique Taurasi that shows the elegance and brawn of the Aglianico grape without some of its massive bulk and intensity. In fact, this is a tempered expression, with a bright fruit tone and a point of apparent sweetness on the finish.",,48,91,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Vesevo 2007 Taurasi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vesevo-2007-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2007,Vesevo 13.5,Red,Italy,"A beautiful expression of Aglianico made from grapes that were sourced from the estate's Serpara Vineyard, this is darkly concentrated and powerful. It shows great aging potential, with dark fruit tones, natural structure and freshness.",Serpara,50,91,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Re Manfredi 2007 Serpara (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/re-manfredi-2007-serpara-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2007,Re Manfredi ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is intensely perfumed, with soft tannins that are followed by a dry, concentrated character. From the iconic Vesúvio Vineyard, where wines for vintage production are still foot trodden, this has a ripe feel, with tannins that are suitable for medium-term aging.",Vintage,65,91,Port,,,Quinta do Vesuvio 2010 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vesuvio-2010-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2010,Quinta do Vesuvio 14,Red,Australia,"Lush and creamy on the palate, this complex wine boasts flavors of slightly mossy, decaying cedar, molasses, damp earth and leather, all wrapped around a bright core of red berry. Supple and lasting on the finish. Drink now–2020.",Eastside,28,91,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Pikes 2007 Eastside Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pikes-2007-eastside-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2007,Pikes 14.5,Red,US,"This is soft, smooth and refined, with rich, complex blackberry, cassis, bacon, pepper and smoky cedar flavors. Good as it is, it will develop bottle complexities over the next eight years. Almost as good as Zaca Mesa's more expensive Syrahs.",Estate Grown and Bottled,25,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2009 Estate Grown and Bottled Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2009-estate-grown-bottled-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2009,Zaca Mesa 13.5,White,US,"Crystal clear, loaded with enticing aromas and flavors of lemon zest, orange, tangerine and spice, this is a juicy, delicious and complete wine. Tangy and tart, it is almost impossible not to drain the glass quickly in order to refill it.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,18,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2011 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2011-stillwater-creek-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Novelty Hill 14.4,Red,US,"This Columbia Valley Syrah boasts strong varietal aromatics. It seems to have a spine of iron and a streak of garrigue-like dried herb, with lovely flavors of pomegranate and wild berry.",,22,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2009 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2009,Novelty Hill 14.2,Red,Australia,"This wine represents an excellent value, and one that showcases the quality potential of Langhorne Creek. It's creamy in texture, voluptuous in feel and full in body, with a bold flavor of red currant that's framed by ample cedar and vanilla notes. Long and creamy on the finish. Drink now–2018.",George Wyndham Founder's Reserve,20,91,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Wyndham Estate 2008 George Wyndham Founder's Reserve Shiraz (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-2008-george-founders-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-langhorne-creek/,Shiraz,2008,Wyndham Estate 14,Red,Spain,"This smells a touch rubbery on the nose, but mostly it is an excellent high-end Rioja with leather, tobacco and red fruit aromas. The wine shows structure and solidity on the tongue, with dry, spicy red-berry flavors matched by a note of tobacco. Tight, dry and healthy-feeling on the finish. Drink now–2020.",Real Reserva,50,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2005 Real Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2005-real-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2005,El Coto 13,Red,Italy,"Bosco Faiano is a hearty, masculine wine, aged 18 months in large oak casks to deliver dark notes of dried fruit, black currant, cured meat, leather and spice. At first, this tastes bold and raw, but after a few minutes in the glass, it shows a nice evolution toward elegance.",Bosco Faiano,45,91,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,I Capitani 2006 Bosco Faiano (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-capitani-2006-bosco-faiano-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2006,I Capitani 14,Red,Italy,"This hearty blend of Aglianico and Piedirosso offers a compelling bouquet that is as savory and rich as it is elegant and composed. Dusty notes of crushed stone and dried fruit hold the wine together and give it momentum. The mouthfeel is bone dry, with loads of dark prune and tobacco flavors.",Terra di Lavoro,90,91,Southern Italy,Roccamonfina,,Galardi 2010 Terra di Lavoro Red (Roccamonfina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galardi-2010-terra-lavoro-red-roccamonfina/,Red Blend,2010,Galardi 14,Red,France,"Now owned by Château Haut-Bailly, this wine was produced before the purchase. It is elegant and ripe; its tannins already well integrated, resulting in a full-bodied yet fruity character. Black plum and dark spice notes are lightened with refreshing acidity on the finish. Age for five years and more.",,80,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château le Pape 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-pape-2010-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château le Pape 14,Red,Italy,"Aglianico grapes make powerful and tightly structured red wines, but vintner Roberto Di Meo has tamed much of that massiveness and has produced an elegant, polished bottling instead. This shows a long aromatic evolution, with subtle tones of blackberry, prune, leather and spice that evolve with more time in the glass.",Riserva,58,91,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Di Meo 2006 Riserva (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meo-2006-riserva-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2006,Di Meo ,Red,France,"This rich, wood-aged wine shows a fine balance between rich black-fruit and new toast flavors. It has weight and power, without being over the top. For medium-term aging.",,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Cabanne 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabanne-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Cabanne 8,White,Germany,"Whiffs of petrol, brine and fennel extend from the nose to the palate, adding a minerally sheen and a savory tone to the ripe peach and nectarine flavors. Lacy and crisp on the palate, it's mouth-smackingly good and easy to keep sipping.",Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese,38,91,Mosel,,,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 2010 Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-heidemanns-bergweiler-2010-bernkasteler-badstube-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 8,Dessert,Germany,"Notes of marmalade, spice, wax and lanolin intertwine gorgeously on the nose and palate of this penetrating, complex Riesling. Tasting unabashedly sweet and honeyed, this features a note of bitter orange rind and intense tangerine-like acidity, making it mouthwatering and sippable.",Berncasteler Doctor Auslese,57,91,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2010 Berncasteler Doctor Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2010-berncasteler-doctor-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) ,Red,France,"This dense wine has black plum and chocolate flavors, which are lifted by attractive acidity. It shows structure, richness and power, but all of that is mitigated by the fresh edge that elevates the finish.",,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Vieux Maillet 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vieux-maillet-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Vieux Maillet 13,Red,France,"Maturing well, yet with plenty of aging ahead, this is a firm and fragrant selection. It has a ripe berry flavor and a hint of truffle, with sweet acidity and a dense, rich structure.",,26,91,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Rahoul 2005 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rahoul-2005-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Rahoul ,Red,France,"This ripe, sweet-tasting wine balances a new wood note against a red berry flavor. It's opulent, rich and generous, a delicious powerhouse of sumptuous flavors. It can be enjoyed soon, and it can age for many years.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos Badon 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-badon-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Clos Badon 13,White,Germany,"Honeyed marmalade and bitter orange-rind flavors are a counterplay of silky-sweet and astringent elements on this dry, but densely textured wine. Full bodied in style, it's balanced with piercing lemon-lime acidity, with a murmur of slate-like minerality through the finish.",Rüdesheim Berg Roseneck Erstes Gewächs,68,91,Rheingau,,,August Kesseler 2010 Rüdesheim Berg Roseneck Erstes Gewächs Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-kesseler-2010-rudesheim-berg-roseneck-erstes-gewachs-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,August Kesseler 13,White,Germany,"Ripe on the attack, with flavors of fleshy, yellow stone fruit and marmalade, this voluptuous yet dry Riesling is balanced, with layers of crushed stone and slate-driven minerality. Tart, citrusy acidity sends a sunny shockwave to your senses.",Westhofen Morstein GG Trocken,100,92,Rheinhessen,,,Wittmann 2010 Westhofen Morstein GG Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wittmann-2010-westhofen-morstein-gg-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2010,Wittmann 14,Red,Italy,"TorreTesta demonstrates the beauty and power of Puglia's little-known Susumaniello grape. Enhanced by careful oak aging, the wine offers dark fruit aromas, followed by tobacco, chocolate and rum cake notes. On the palate, it is soft, plush and rich, with a mocha-tinged finish.",TorreTesta,48,92,Southern Italy,Salento,,Tenute Rubino 2010 TorreTesta Susumaniello (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-rubino-2010-torretesta-italian-red-susumaniello-salento/,Susumaniello,2010,Tenute Rubino 14.5,White,US,"This isn't a long-term ager, but do give it about a year in the bottle to let all of its parts meld together. Right now, it's tight and oaky. It features intense, bright pineapple, green apple and orange flavors, with sweet barrel influences and a tenuous streak of acidity.",Estate Grown,46,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rochioli 2011 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochioli-2011-estate-grown-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Rochioli 14.5,Red,Australia,"In so-called Penfolds years, when the stars align for the company, smart money is on the Bin series of wines like this Bin 407 Cabernet. It comes close to the luxury Bin 707 Cabernet in terms of quality, but at a much lower price, boasting ample body and velvety tannins. Hints of cedar, mint and mocha accent concentrated cassis and plum flavors. Drink now–2018.",Bin 407,33,92,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2008 Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2008-bin-407-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Penfolds 14,Red,Spain,"Rich yet subdued on the bouquet, with elegant tobacco, lemon peel and earthy scents, this feels lush and full of heft, but it's not plodding or heavy. Flavors of spiced black fruit, molasses and tobacco are nice, and the finish features a long, dry, comfortable fade. Drink this winner now–2016.",Selección Especial,43,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 2006 Selección Especial (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-2006-seleccion-especial-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Muga 13,White,France,"This blend of Marsanne and Roussanne comes across as something of a hybrid between Hermitage and Burgundy. It has grilled peach, citrus and smoke notes, ample weight and a long, hazelnut-tinged finish. Drink it over the next 6–8 years.",Domaine Mule Blanche,42,92,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2010 Domaine Mule Blanche White (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2010-domaine-mule-blanche-white-crozes-hermitage/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Paul Jaboulet Aîné ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A firm and structured wine, this shows complex tannins as well as contrasting acidity. It feels complete, the tannins supporting red cherry and spice flavors. It is probably not for long-term aging but will start to taste delicious in 6–7 years.",Quinta do Bomfim Vintage,48,92,Port,,,Dow's 2010 Quinta do Bomfim Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dows-2010-quinta-bomfim-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2010,Dow's ,Red,France,"This firmly tannic wine boasts solid structure and density. It has powerful concentration, due to very low yields. The fruit is ripe, driven by notes of black plum and berry. This is a wine with a long-term future.",,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château de Pez 2010 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-pez-2010-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Pez ,Red,France,"Warm, voluptuous, rich and generous, this wine has the right weight, along with firm, dark tannins and a bitter coffee flavor. The finish is warm and delicious.",,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château de Candale 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-candale-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Candale ,Red,France,"This has enough rich fruit to meld with the abundance of toasty wood. It is opulent and ripe, a powerful wine, typical of the vintage with its sweet red-berry flavor and refreshing acidity on the finish.",,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Croix Saint-Georges 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croix-saint-georges-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Croix Saint-Georges ,Red,France,"Rich and juicy, this features a ripe plum flavor and acidity, resulting in a wine that is fragrant, fresh and structured. It has power, and its dark concentration is at the heart of this solid effort.",Magrez Fombrauge,140,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Fombrauge 2008 Magrez Fombrauge (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fombrauge-2008-magrez-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Fombrauge ,Red,France,"Ripe, dense and smooth from wood aging, this is a modern view of Margaux. At the same time, it shows a beautiful black-currant flavor from the Cabernet Sauvignon, and the Petit Verdot adds great color.",,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château du Tertre 2010 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tertre-2010-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château du Tertre 14.5,Red,Australia,"Clarendon Hills is best known for its Syrah and Grenache, but it is no slouch when it comes to McLaren Vale Cabernet. The 2008 Hickinbotham is full bodied and velvety in texture, with ample notes of cocoa and crisp cassis. Hints of mint and other herbal shadings give it varietal character and welcome complexity. Drink it over the next 10–12 years.",Hickinbotham,50,92,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2008 Hickinbotham Cabernet Sauvignon (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2008-hickinbotham-cabernet-sauvignon-clarendon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Clarendon Hills 14.4,Red,US,"This feels lush and important right out of the bottle, tantalizing with tart cherry, cola and persimmon flavors that are wrapped in acids and tannins. Give it up to six years, and enjoy. All of the fruit comes from the Foray Vineyard in the Green Valley.",Foray,40,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bailiwick 2010 Foray Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailiwick-2010-foray-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bailiwick 16,Red,Spain,"This is a powerful, rich, toasty Garnacha, with grit, earth and spice galore on the bouquet. It feels tough, masculine and tannic, with a mix of beefy black-fruit flavors elevated by molasses and spice. Firm and showing some burn on the finish, along with notes of black licorice and peppery spice. Only 200 cases made. Drink now–2016.",Aquilon,155,92,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Alto Moncayo 2009 Aquilon Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alto-moncayo-2009-aquilon-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2009,Alto Moncayo 13.5,White,Germany,"Steely and smoky, this luscious, full-bodied wine has a gorgeous mineral tone. The palate is dry, yet decadently fruity and floral, with loads of dainty blossoms and yellow cherries. A rich, nuanced, impeccably balanced wine.",Nierstein Pettenthal GG Trocken,55,92,Rheinhessen,,,Kühling-Gillot 2009 Nierstein Pettenthal GG Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuhling-gillot-2009-nierstein-pettenthal-gg-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2009,Kühling-Gillot 14,Red,Spain,"Earthy, roasted aromas of dry berry and leathery spice are alluring. The wine feels mature but forward, with a mild, resiny oak note driving the roasted red-berry, tobacco, spice and lemon flavors. It feels smooth and plush on the finish, with structure and spine. Drink now–2018.",El Puntido Gran Reserva,57,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viñedos de Paganos 2005 El Puntido Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-paganos-2005-el-puntido-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Viñedos de Paganos ,Red,France,"The best wine from Phélan Ségur for several years, this shows less of the often-intrusive new wood and more of the fruit that had been missing in past vintages. It shows a subtle level of toast and a black currant flavor, plus great acidity and freshness on the finish.",,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Phélan-Ségur 2010 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-phelan-segur-2010-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Phélan-Ségur 14,Red,Italy,"This dar, dusty Aglianico opens with enticing aromas of liquid smoke, pipe tobacco, ash, candied fruit, leather and exotic spice. It delivers bold, dark intensity and a long-lasting finish. It speaks highly of Basilicata, one of Italy's most fascinating and unexplored regions.",Gudarrà Riserva,45,92,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Bisceglia 2005 Gudarrà Riserva (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bisceglia-2005-gudarra-riserva-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2005,Bisceglia ,Red,France,"Listrac's naturally tannic character has benefited from the structure-driven 2010 vintage. Château Lestage shows this well, bearing powerful, complex tannins that are powered equally by the ripe blackberry flavor and fruity acidity. It has just the right build for medium-term aging.",,,92,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Lestage 2010 Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lestage-2010-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lestage 14.5,Red,Italy,"La Firma, which translates to “the signature,” is a powerful wine, with bold aromatic intensity and alcoholic heat to match. It's a brawny, masculine expression, with thick layers of spice, tobacco, prune and dried berry, capped by a sensation of fullness and sweet-tasting fruit. Its velvety, smooth mouthfeel helps balance the wine's overall austerity.",La Firma,45,92,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Cantine del Notaio 2008 La Firma (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-notaio-2008-firma-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2008,Cantine del Notaio 13.5,Red,US,"Soft, smooth and delicious, this offers a beautiful example of the modern cult style of flashy drinkability. It tastes expensive, with refined tannins and ripe blackberry, cassis and oak flavors. This could be an ager. From Laura Zahtila.",,125,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Bentley 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bentley-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bentley ,Red,France,"This is ripe and dense, with great tannins; opulent, rich black fruit; and a fresh, juicy aftertaste. The structure and the solid texture both point to long-term aging.",,,92,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château d'Hanteillan 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-hanteillan-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château d'Hanteillan ,Red,France,"Warm and fruity, this has the right amount of wood and sweetly ripe blackberry flavor. It is certainly structured, but the generous texture balances it, making it likely to age into a full, ripe character. Drink in 4–5 years.",,,92,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fonréaud 2010 Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonreaud-2010-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Fonréaud ,Red,France,"A great success for this southern Médoc chateau, this is fine, elegant and perfumed. It bursts with a black fruit flavor, balanced by smooth tannins and acidity. It's a wine for medium-term aging over the next six years.",,,92,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Cantemerle 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantemerle-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Cantemerle 14,Red,France,"Château Brown continues its impressive push to quality with this fine 2010. It brings demonstrates the structure of the year with its firm, youthful tannins. But it also shows plentiful black-currant flavor, layered with acidity. Classic and serious, this is a wine for aging.",,60,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Brown 2010 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brown-2010-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Brown ,Red,France,"Strong new-wood aromas lead to a palate that is layered with firm tannins, a polished toast character and a sufficient ripe blackberry flavor to balance. This 2010 bottling shows that this is a chateau to watch.",,,92,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Bernadotte 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bernadotte-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Bernadotte 14.2,Red,US,"This is 98% Syrah, unlike past vintages where it was modeled after a Côtes du Rhône-style blend. It opens with enticing whiffs of soft leather and toasted nut, before bringing in a smooth mix of black and purple fruits, along with chocolate and anise highlights. It's supple and proportionate, with polished, coffee-flavored tannins.",Collaboration Series II Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,55,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Force Majeure 2009 Collaboration Series II Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/force-majeure-2009-collaboration-series-ii-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Force Majeure 14.7,Red,US,"This is for drinking now with chicken or beef tacos. It defines the approachable style of drink-me-now Pinot Noir, with rich, complex flavors of raspberry and cherry jam, vanilla, buttered toast and cinnamon. The silky texture and vibrant acidity are nearly perfect.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,40,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Follette 2010 Sangiacomo Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/follette-2010-sangiacomo-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,La Follette 13.9,Red,US,"Made using fruit that was sourced from 30- and 40-year-old plantings, this has captivating flavors of black cherry and cassis, wrapped in brambly hints of herb. It shows plenty of intense power, with many more layers surfacing with breathing time. In fact, it's just as good on its second day.",Old Vine,60,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2008 Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2008-old-vine-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Kestrel 14.5,Red,France,"This is a rugged, firmly tannic rendering of Châteauneuf-du-Pape that requires time in the cellar to reach its full potential. That said, it may also pose a risk, because there are hints of Band-Aid on the nose and a slightly metallic edge to the finish that may worsen over time. The other flavors are potent and concentrated: plum, chocolate and licorice all leave lasting impressions on the palate. Try after 2016.",Vieilles Vignes,77,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Tardieu-Laurent 2009 Vieilles Vignes Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2009-vieilles-vignes-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Tardieu-Laurent 14.8,Red,US,"This is rich, soft and vibrant in blackberry, blueberry jam and mocha flavors, which are wrapped into complex tannins, finishing dry and spicy. This shows superior pedigree.",Estate Bottled,75,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spring Mountain Vineyard 2009 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-2009-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Spring Mountain Vineyard 14.9,Red,US,"Just delicious, showing the promise of the 2010 vintage. The wine is ripe and intense in red cherry, cranberry and spice flavors, with a rich jacket of smoky oak. Feels like pure silk, while notable alcohol provides a boost of warmth for a chilly evening.",Dutton Ranch,45,92,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Sequana 2010 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequana-2010-dutton-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Sequana ,Red,France,"After a low period, Siran has come back in 2010 with this solid, tannic, firm and serious wine. There is plenty of blackberry flavor to flesh out the structure, resulting in a wine for medium-term aging.",,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Siran 2010 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-siran-2010-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Siran 15,Red,France,"An oak-aged cuvée, this wine nevertheless exhibits tremendous fruit. An aroma of brandied black cherry leads the way along with hints of cinnamon and menthol, picking up notes of vanilla and cedar on the palate. This big wine boasts a velvety texture and plenty of finesse, although the cedary note stands a little apart on the finish. Give it another 2–3 years of cellaring.",Les Baptaurels,96,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine la Mereuille 2009 Les Baptaurels Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mereuille-2009-baptaurels-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine la Mereuille 9,White,Germany,"Dark, mysterious aromas of smoke, petrol and brine are enticing on the nose. Semisweet in style, with an abundance of honeyed stone-fruit and citrus flavors, this wine shows glimmers of maturity already, but it's structured enough to improve for at least 7–10 more years.",Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese,70,92,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 2010 Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-2010-bernkasteler-badstube-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Taurasi Riserva shows the beautiful and austere side of Aglianico, with penetrating notes of dried fruit, wet river stone, cigar box and crushed clove. It delivers structure and enough persistence to pair with stewed lamb and potatoes, and it can also be cellared for 10 years or more.",Riserva,60,92,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Donnachiara 2007 Riserva (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnachiara-2007-riserva-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2007,Donnachiara 14.5,Red,Australia,"This partnership continues to turn out marvelously complex wines from inland Victoria. Savory, herbal and intriguing on the nose, with hints of raspberry, mushroom and smoked meat, this is a medium-bodied, supple wine. Dusty tannins impart a silky quality to the finish. Drink now–2018.",Lieu Dit Malakoff,30,92,Victoria,Pyrenees,,Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier 2007 Lieu Dit Malakoff Shiraz (Pyrenees),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terlato-chapoutier-2007-lieu-dit-malakoff-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-pyrenees/,Shiraz,2007,Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier 14.4,Red,US,"This is the winery's best new Pinot Noir. Essentially a barrel selection, using different clones from multiple sites in the estate vineyard, it's spicy and dry, with complex flavors of raspberry and cherry tart, Dr. Pepper, spice, sandalwood and anise, as well as a hint of mushroomy funk. Enjoy now–2015.",The Famous Gate,70,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2009 The Famous Gate Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2009-the-famous-gate-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Carneros 14,Red,Argentina,"This opens with smoky, powerful aromas of black fruit and oak. The palate feels flush, offering several levels of character and complexity. Flavorwise, this pulses with blackberry, cassis and fudge, before finishing with subtle prune, mint and chocolate notes. Not edgy or hard. A blend of Malbec, Petit Verdot, Cabernet and Syrah.",Agostino Familia Gran Reserva,30,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Agostino 2008 Agostino Familia Gran Reserva Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-agostino-2008-familia-gran-reserva-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2008,Finca Agostino 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This comes out swinging, with bullish berry and prune aromas that hint at being stewy but then pull back. It's saturated and tannic but not rough, with black fruit, chocolate, toast and pepper flavors. Minty and dark, with a licorice note on the finish. Drink now–2016.",Gran Reserva,25,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Septima 2009 Gran Reserva Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/septima-2009-gran-reserva-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2009,Septima 7,White,Germany,"Pretty flavors of pink grapefruit and stone fruit are cloaked in rich swathes of fennel, honey, petrol and spice on this expressive, penetrating wine. Sweet-tasting and juicy, it bristles with streaks of acidity and astringency. It's already showing its stripes, but it should be even more exciting in five years.",Abtsberg Auslese 37,97,92,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2010 Abtsberg Auslese 37 Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2010-abtsberg-auslese-37-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Maximin Grünhäuser 13.5,White,US,"This is the priciest of Tablas Creek's three new white-Rhône-style releases. A blend of Roussanne, Grenache Blanc and Picpoul Blanc, it's rich, dense and oaky. It shows ripe, concentrated orange, mango and apricot flavors, enhanced by oaky notes, with fleshy weight and density. Not an ager, but a distinctive and enjoyable wine.",Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc Grown & Bottled on the Estate Roussanne-Grenache Blanc-Picpoul Blanc,40,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2010 Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc Grown & Bottled on the Estate Roussanne-Grenache Blanc-Picpoul Blanc White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2010-esprit-beaucastel-blanc-grown-bottled-estate-roussanne-grenache-blanc-picpoul-blanc-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Tablas Creek ,Red,France,"Currently closed, this has the weight and the richness of its vintage. Given 5–6 years, its sweet- and soft-tasting fruit flavors with cut through the firm tannins.",,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château des Laudes 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laudes-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château des Laudes ,Dessert,France,"Here's a rich wine that is developing slowly and surely. It holds back on the botrytis character, with a bitter orange note that gives a dry edge to the wine's sweetness. The finish shows acidity and a taut line of citrus.",,,92,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château de Myrat 2009 Barsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-myrat-2009-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château de Myrat ,Red,France,"This is a dry and firm wine, with hints of sweet-tasting fruits that peep through its dense structure. It shows great power and concentration, with an obvious long-term future.",,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Certan 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-certan-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Certan 13.5,Red,France,"There is no mistaking the firm tannins of Saint-Estèphe in this wine. At the same time, these tannins are balanced with the generous ripe flavor of black fruit and almost-sweet acidity. The property was created by Joseph Laffitte in 1759, right in the center of the Saint-Estèphe plateau.",,40,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Laffitte Carcasset 2010 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laffitte-carcasset-2010-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Laffitte Carcasset 13,White,Germany,"Everything about this Riesling is elegant and balanced: Sweet-tasting, honeyed fruit and flower elements are countered by smoke and savory fennel notes. Rich, creamy textures are enlivened by a shock of lemon-lime acidity. Juicy yet refined, it lingers long with a kiss of sweet nectarine flavor.",Westhofen Aulerde Trocken,100,92,Rheinhessen,,,Wittmann 2010 Westhofen Aulerde Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wittmann-2010-westhofen-aulerde-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2010,Wittmann 13.5,Red,Italy,"Montevetrano is an impressive blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (60%), Merlot and Aglianico that shows the enormous potential of red wines from southern Italy. It will age 10 years or more, and it already shows deeply sophisticated flavors of tobacco, dry fruit and spice.",Montevetrano,80,92,Southern Italy,Campania,,Montevetrano 2009 Montevetrano Red (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevetrano-2009-red-campania/,Red Blend,2009,Montevetrano 14,Red,Italy,"Basilisco delivers a deeply volcanic expression of Aglianico, with aromas of dried fruit, crushed granite, lead pencil and exotic spice. Thanks to 18 months of oak aging, it also shows supple softness and a velvety texture that gives this usually austere wine an easy approach overall.",Basilisco,42,92,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Basilisco 2009 Basilisco (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basilisco-2009-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2009,Basilisco 14.4,Red,US,"Veteran winemaker Joel Aiken marches to a different beat from today's cult style, reverting to an older expression of Napa Valley Cabernet. This one is bone dry, tannic and tightly wound in acids. It will not offer much pleasure now, even after decanting. It needs to be aged, and judging by the intense core of blackberries, cherries and minerals, it will easily negotiate the next 10–15 years.",,75,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Aiken 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aiken-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Aiken 14.2,Red,US,"The vineyard is a fine one, the fruit source for highly regarded Pinots from Tandem and Bailiwick's own Silver Pines label. The wine is dry and silky, with strong acidity and tannins that currently render it tough to appreciate. Give it 5–6 years to let the raspberry and cola flavors integrate with the oak.",Silver Pines Vineyard,44,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Bailiwick 2010 Silver Pines Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailiwick-2010-silver-pines-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bailiwick 15.2,Red,US,"It's a shame that just 100 cases of this wine were made, as this bright, fresh, exciting Zinfandel belongs with the best of California, not just Washington. The fresh-picked strawberry and raspberry flavors are concentrated and vibrating with juicy acidity. They lead into a sappy, lengthy midpalate, with an underpinning of rock.",Stonetree Vineyard,20,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Angel Vine 2010 Stonetree Vineyard Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angel-vine-2010-stonetree-vineyard-zinfandel-columbia-valley-wa/,Zinfandel,2010,Angel Vine ,Red,France,"This big, concentrated effort is currently closed, but it's already hinting at ripe black fruits, solid tannins and a long future. On the finish, acidity and a black currant note give the wine a final lift. Keep this for at least five years.",,,92,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Paloumey 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-paloumey-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Paloumey ,Red,France,"Wood-driven tannins dominate at this stage, creating a wine that is structured and dense. The tannins are layered with the weight of the black currant and plum fruits. Lascombes is still finding its style, but is definitely on the upward slope.",,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Lascombes 2010 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lascombes-2010-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lascombes ,Red,France,"This is weighty, closed, dark and dense, and the tannins dominate. For the time being, the ripe, juicy fruits are overwhelmed by the firm structure. This needs time.",,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Bienfaisance 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bienfaisance-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Bienfaisance 13,Red,France,"This is an impressive, concentrated wine that gives pride of place to the ripe berry flavors and the balancing acidity. Underneath, the tannins are built up, showing that the wine will age. With its weight and depth, this needs to be aged the tannins to fully soften.",,,92,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Hourtin-Ducasse 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-hourtin-ducasse-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Hourtin-Ducasse 14.5,Red,France,"From the cave cooperative located in nearby Vacqueyras, this is a full-bodied, plushly textured wine that manages to avoid being too soft. Black cherry and garrigue notes are joined by hints of licorice and mocha on the long, layered finish. Drink now–2020.",Roque Colombe,41,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Vignerons de Caractère 2009 Roque Colombe G-S-M (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-caractere-2009-roque-colombe-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-chateauneuf-pape/,G-S-M,2009,Vignerons de Caractère 13,White,Italy,"The two grapes that represent the pride of southern Italian winemaking—Fiano and Greco—are blended here to produce a creamy, rich white wine that will pair well with steamed lobster or crab. Beautifully balanced sensations of acidity and spice appear on the long finish.",Campanaro,33,92,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2010 Campanaro White (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2010-campanaro-white-irpinia/,White Blend,2010,Feudi di San Gregorio 13.5,Red,Italy,"Sirica is a newly discovered grape variety that is said to have genetic ties to Teroldego, Syrah and Refosco Friulano. How it ended up in Campania is anyone's guess. Besides the beauty and purity of its cherry aroma, this bold red wine has been carefully embellished by spicy oak and chocolate tones. The finish is long, fresh and rich.",Sirica,,92,Southern Italy,Campania,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2008 Sirica Red (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2008-sirica-red-campania/,Red Blend,2008,Feudi di San Gregorio 14.5,Red,US,"Blended with splashes of Petit Verdot and Merlot, this Cabernet is rich, soft and smooth. The blackberry, currant and chocolate flavors are at their full, primary expression, and promise a long, evolving aging process in the years ahead.",Endeavour,65,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2008 Endeavour Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2008-endeavour-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Dry Creek Vineyard 13.5,Red,Italy,"As its name implies, Don Generous doles out opulence and aromatic intensity, lingering long on the nose and palate. This is a smoky, masculine expression, with notes of lead pencil, slate, prune, cassis and spice. It delivers the essences of volcanic soil with dry and firm tannins at the back.",Don Generoso,120,92,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Di Meo 2004 Don Generoso Aglianico (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meo-2004-don-generoso-italian-red-aglianico-irpinia/,Aglianico,2004,Di Meo 14.5,Red,Australia,"This Grenache-based blend derives considerable structure from its Shiraz (38%) and Mourvèdre (7%) components, giving it more firmness, length and ageability than might be expected. Dark chocolate and berry aromas and flavors pick up hints of dried tobacco and other herbs, ending on a crisp note. Give it two or three years, then drink it over the next 10–12.",The Ironstone Pressings Grenache-Shiraz-Mourvèdre,65,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2008 The Ironstone Pressings Grenache-Shiraz-Mourvèdre Red (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2008-ironstone-pressings-grenache-shiraz-mourvedre-red-mclaren-vale/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,D'Arenberg 14.7,Red,US,"This showcases the winery's style of ripe fruit, soft texture and considerable oak than it does Mount Veeder's terroir, but nonetheless, it's delicious. Made from 100% Cabernet, it's power-packed with flavors of blackberry and cherry jam, chocolate and vanilla-tinged toast. Drink now–2015.",Cloud's Nest Vineyard,70,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Trinchero 2009 Cloud's Nest Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2009-clouds-nest-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Trinchero 13,White,Germany,"There are dashes of exotic spice and ash that permeate into the lavish stonefruit and waxy flower notes on the nose and palate. This is complex and intensely juicy; the brisk acidity and crushed gravel notes add a clean, minerally edge.",Kiedrich Turmberg Trocken,54,92,Rheingau,,,Robert Weil 2010 Kiedrich Turmberg Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-weil-2010-kiedrich-turmberg-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Robert Weil 15,Red,France,"Lush and mouth-filling, this is a plummy rendering of Châteauneuf-du-Pape that's ready to drink. Hints of green peppercorn and mocha add nuance, while the finish is long and voluptuous.",Domaine La Crau des Papes,44,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Louis Bernard 2009 Domaine La Crau des Papes Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2009-domaine-crau-papes-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Louis Bernard 7.5,White,Germany,"This is a rare, expressive Riesling that hints at violets and red berries. Intensely fruity, it's brisk, with tangy grapefruit-like acidity and a delicious, bitter green-almond finish.",Estate Collection Auslese,23,90,Mosel,,,Eifel-Pfeiffer 2010 Estate Collection Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eifel-pfeiffer-2010-estate-collection-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Eifel-Pfeiffer 14.4,Red,US,"Using fruit sourced from Ghielmetti Ranch, Home Ranch and Folkendt vineyards, this is comprised of 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. This is Steven Kent's most approachable Cabernet; It's lush and concentrated, with bright flavors of grenadine and hazelnut, plus straightforward tannins. Ready to drink now, it will still be vibrant in 5–7 years.",,48,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Steven Kent 13.5,Red,Italy,"Driven by deeply smoky and ashy aromas of campfire, slate and lead pencil, there's no doubting the volcanic origins of this elegant Taurasi. The wine is etched and fine, with a smooth tannins.",Tenuta di Altavilla,59,90,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Villa Matilde 2007 Tenuta di Altavilla (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-2007-tenuta-altavilla-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2007,Villa Matilde ,Red,France,"This big, smoky, fruity wine revels in its rich, black and juicy fruits as much as in its ripe tannins. It is well constructed, with a solid build to balance the full, upfront fruits.",Les Cailloux,,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Penin 2010 Les Cailloux (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-penin-2010-cailloux-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Penin 14,Red,Spain,"This is light and dusty upfront, with solid cherry and raspberry aromas. Smooth, silky and somewhat creamy in feel, it features a mixture of fresh tomato, plum and spice flavors. Snappy and perfectly clean, with light to medium intensity. Drink now.",II Reserva,22,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Covila 2005 II Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covila-2005-ii-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Covila ,Red,France,"This wine features bright red fruits, with attractive tannins and a gentle, ripe character. It's dense, while not at all powerful, fruity or very forward. Keep for 4–5 years.",,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Citran 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-citran-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Citran 14,Red,Spain,"This wine is the epitome of traditional Rioja Reserva. It opens with aromas of citrus peel, tobacco, earth, cherry, smoke and rubber. Fresh and medium in body, it has oak-based flavors of vanilla and spice on top of reedy red fruit. Oak persists on the finish.",Reserva,17,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Riscal 2006 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-riscal-2006-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2006,Marqués de Riscal 14.5,White,US,"Buttery and yeasty, this soft and palate-pleasing Chardonnay shows plenty of nutmeg and other baking spices, along with pretty pear and apple flavors. It has a touch of mineral and a highlight of flower.",Wild Yeast,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2011 Wild Yeast Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2011-wild-yeast-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2011,Kestrel 14.5,Red,France,"Ripe and extracted, this shows more of a bitter chocolate note than a fruit flavor. It has a very dry, firmly tannic character, with a dark, smoky feel. Powerful and concentrated, its pepper and spice tones accompany the note of black plum skin. Expect this to soften slowly over 4–5 years.",,25,89,Bordeaux,Montagne-Saint-Émilion,,Château Plaisance 2010 Montagne-Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-plaisance-2010-red-montagne-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Plaisance 13.5,White,France,"A terrific value, Borlais's white is subtle and floral on the nose, then full bodied, broad and weighty on the palate, with flavors of melon, pineapple and a dry, stony note that lingers on the finish. Drink now.",Tête du Rhône,14,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Philippe Borlais 2010 Tête du Rhône White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philippe-borlais-2010-tete-rhone-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Philippe Borlais ,Red,France,"This solid, chunky wine expresses dry tannins as much as ripe fruit. The structure is present, but the black currant note is still waiting for its chance to shine. Give it 4–5 years.",,15,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Goëlane 2009 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-goelane-2009-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Goëlane 13,Red,France,"Pierhem is a small property of four acres. In 2010, it produced this ripe wine from richly structured Merlot and perfumed Cabernet Franc. This is an impressive, plush effort, layering its chocolate and toast components over the full-bodied blackberry-juice note.",,76,89,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Pierhem 2010 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pierhem-2010-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Pierhem ,Red,France,"Big and solid, this is tannic and a solid. It has weight, huge richness and dark tannins. It's a wine that needs maybe a decade to properly show the fruit that is underneath the extensive tannic character.",,,88,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Clos René 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-rene-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Clos René 14,White,Italy,"A beautiful blend of Vermentino, Malvasia and Chardonnay, this has sophisticated tones of exotic fruit, pineapple, peach and apricot. It offers a broad, creamy feel on the palate. These three grapes compliment each other nicely in terms of structure, aromas and texture.",Entemari,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Pala 2010 Entemari White (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pala-2010-entemari-white-isola-nuraghi/,White Blend,2010,Pala 13,Red,Italy,"Packaged in a screwcap bottle, Rocca del Dragone is a sophisticated value wine with an easy approach. A sweet-tasting blackberry note is backed by firm tannins and toasted oak spice.",Rocca del Dragone,15,88,Southern Italy,Campania,,Orion Wine 2010 Rocca del Dragone Aglianico (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orion-wine-2010-rocca-dragone-italian-red-aglianico-campania/,Aglianico,2010,Orion Wine 10.5,White,Germany,"Waves of smoke and crushed stone add a dusty minerality to the honeyed pineapple and apple cider notes on this wine. Just a shade off-dry, it's round and a bit creamy on the palate, brightened by a bristle of acidity and a steely finish.",Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Spätlese Feinherb,40,88,Mosel,,,Ansgar Clüsserath 2010 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Spätlese Feinherb Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ansgar-clusserath-2010-piesporter-goldtropfchen-spatlese-feinherb-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Ansgar Clüsserath 14.5,Red,Italy,"This southern Italian blend of Aglianico, Montepulciano and Syrah is aged 12 months in oak to produce a rich, plush, extracted wine. Its delicious qualities approach excess, with jammy aromas of blackberry and spice. Fortunately, the mouthfeel is austere and measured.",Gran Tiati,27,88,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Teanum 2008 Gran Tiati Red (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teanum-2008-gran-tiati-red-puglia/,Red Blend,2008,Teanum 14.5,Red,France,"Leather and cedar aromas frame dried fruit and vanilla shadings in this full-bodied yet supple wine. The vanilla, cedar and cherry flavors don't particularly speak to the wine's origins but still make for an easy-drinking mouthful. Drink it over the next few years.",La Tiare du Pape,40,88,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Skalli 2008 La Tiare du Pape Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skalli-2008-tiare-pape-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Skalli 14.9,White,US,"Lots of orange, mango, vanilla cream, buttered toast and cinnamon spice flavors characterize this Chardonnay, which uses grapes that are sourced mostly from the Arroyo Seco region. It tastes candied, but refreshing acidity and a keen minerality lift it above the ordinary.",,22,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Simeon 2010 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2010-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2010,San Simeon 12.5,Red,Italy,"A pure expression of the Piedirosso grape from southern Italy, this opens with aromas of violet, rose and wild berry. The fresh acidity makes it a perfect match for cheesy pizza.",,20,88,Southern Italy,Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio,,Mastroberardino 2010 Piedirosso (Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2010-italian-red-piedirosso-lacryma-christi-vesuvio/,Piedirosso,2010,Mastroberardino 13.5,Rose,France,"Bold flamingo-pink in color, this fruit-driven rosé is a blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah. Berry and cherry flavors mingle easily, while the wine carries enough weight to pair with simple grilled foods like chicken or hamburgers. Drink up.",Tradition,11,88,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Mas Carlot 2011 Tradition Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-carlot-2011-tradition-rose-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2011,Mas Carlot 14,Red,Italy,"Primitivo (70%) and Syrah are blended to produce a full and generous wine, with notes of blackberry, cherry soda, curry leaf and a touch of cracked black pepper. A savory herb note appears on the finish.",Settarte,38,88,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Miali 2009 Settarte Red (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miali-2009-settarte-red-puglia/,Red Blend,2009,Miali 13.5,Red,Italy,"From the Zonin family's brand-new winery at Masseria Altemura—one of the most important wine investments made in Puglia in decades—comes this spicy, leathery expression of Aglianico. It delivers bold fruit and blackberry notes, with distant prune and tobacco accents.",,18,88,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Masseria Altemura 2011 Aglianico (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masseria-altemura-2011-italian-red-aglianico-puglia/,Aglianico,2011,Masseria Altemura ,Red,France,"This is a rich and rounded wine, and its tannins have already integrated into the soft, ripe black fruits. It has concentration and an attractive juiciness for drinking after 1–2 years.",Domaine Virginie Thunevin,20,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Thunevin 2009 Domaine Virginie Thunevin (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thunevin-2009-domaine-virginie-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Thunevin ,Red,France,"Very dense and tannic, this wine is hiding its fruit behind its firm structure. It is solid, chunky and powerful, with plenty of weight that will always be dry. Needs to age for several years.",Bad Boy,30,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Thunevin 2009 Bad Boy (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thunevin-2009-bad-boy-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Thunevin 12,White,US,"This off-dry Riesling has enough acid to balance the 2.7% residual sugar. Aromas of flower and citrus blossom lead into lemon-driven fruit. There is just a bit of a granular, sugar-like feeling on the tongue.",,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2011 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2011-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2011,Three Rivers 13.5,Red,Italy,"Vultur captures the essence of volcanic soil, expressing notes of wet earth, crushed stone, ash, tobacco and dried berry, plus dusty, firm tannins.",Vultur,,88,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Terra dei Re 2009 Vultur (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-re-2009-vultur-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2009,Terra dei Re 13,Red,Italy,"The Cannonau grape went by the Spanish name Cañonat in the 1500s, known today as Grenache in France and California. This expression shows sweet spice and dried fruit notes, with black currant and milled peppercorn accents. Pair it with broccoli and sausage pasta.",Sardo,28,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Cannonau di Sardegna,,Tenute Soletta 2009 Sardo (Cannonau di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-soletta-2009-sardo-grenache-cannonau-cannonau-sardegna/,Cannonau,2009,Tenute Soletta 13,Red,Italy,"This opens with a jammy fruit aroma, led primarily by blackberry preserves and prune. The tight tannins give the wine composure and solid firmness on the finish.",Il Viola,19,88,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Tenuta Le Querce 2009 Il Viola (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-le-querce-2009-il-viola-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2009,Tenuta Le Querce ,Red,France,"Ripe and juicy, this wine melds red berry and black currant flavors easily into its dry texture. A deliciously ripe wine, it feels soft and forward; it will likely be ready to drink in six months.",Chartron La Fleur,12,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Schröder & Schÿler 2010 Chartron La Fleur (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schroder-schyler-2010-chartron-fleur-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-bordeaux/,Merlot-Cabernet,2010,Schröder & Schÿler 14.5,Red,Italy,"Smoky, ripe fruit and dark spice notes are enhanced by bright tones of blackberry and blueberry. Pair this with potato gnocchi in meat sauce or orecchiette with smoked ricotta cheese.",Le Pitre,35,88,Southern Italy,Salento,,Villa Mottura 2010 Le Pitre Primitivo (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mottura-2010-le-pitre-zinfandel-primitivo-salento/,Primitivo,2010,Villa Mottura 13.5,Red,Italy,"Founded in 1927, Villa Mottura is a steady presence in the wine identity of Salento. This delivers ripe fruit and bold spice notes, with a soft, chewy texture.",Le Pitre,,88,Southern Italy,Salento,,Villa Mottura 2009 Le Pitre Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mottura-2009-le-pitre-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,2009,Villa Mottura 14,White,US,"This 100% Sauvignon Blanc is made in a ripe style, with refreshing acidity. The complex flavors range from tart gooseberries, limes and kumquats to golden mangoes, with lots of vanilla and sweet toast notes from the new oak.",Hudson Vineyard,40,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ma(i)sonry 2011 Hudson Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ma-i-sonry-2011-hudson-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Ma(i)sonry 14,Red,Italy,"This delivers excellent value, with dark fruit aromas, tight tannins and a lingering spice note. The wine is aged partly in oak and partly in stainless steel. It would make an excellent partner to barbecued meats.",Grifalco,14,88,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Lucania 2010 Grifalco (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucania-2010-grifalco-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2010,Lucania 13.5,White,US,"A wonderful Rhône-style blend, this is easy to drink and versatile enough to pair with a wide range of foods. It shows orange marmalade, vanilla, spice and oak flavors that are crisp, clean and delicious now.",Patelin de Tablas Blanc Grenache Blanc-Viognier-Roussanne-Marsanne,20,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2011 Patelin de Tablas Blanc Grenache Blanc-Viognier-Roussanne-Marsanne White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2011-patelin-blanc-grenache-blanc-viognier-roussanne-marsanne-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2011,Tablas Creek 13,Red,Italy,"Carefully aged in oak casks, this hearty Aglianico shows complexity and brawn, with bold notes of black fruit, spice and leather. Tightly firm tannins give it long staying power.",,30,88,Southern Italy,Campania,,Mastroberardino 2009 Aglianico (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2009-italian-red-aglianico-campania/,Aglianico,2009,Mastroberardino 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Smooth berry and chocolate aromas control the nose on this Cabernet-Syrah blend. On the palate, it's lush and full, with a streak of citrusy acidity. Flavors of plum and berry come with chocolate and vanilla accents. Regular on the finish in terms of length, power and complexity.",Maza Tonconogy,16,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Los Maza 2010 Maza Tonconogy Cabernet-Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-los-maza-2010-tonconogy-red-blend-cabernet-syrah-mendoza/,Cabernet-Syrah,2010,Finca Los Maza 8,White,Germany,"Swathes of green herbs add freshness to the rich, sweet-tasting flavors of honey, peach and preserved lemon on this lush, textured Riesling. While a bit tight and astringent on the midpalate, it lingers nicely on the finish, with a crush of gravelly minerality.",Carl Graff Collection Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese,17,88,Mosel,,,Graff 2010 Carl Graff Collection Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graff-2010-carl-collection-graacher-himmelreich-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Graff 13.5,Red,France,"This finely tannic wine features an intensely smoky black-currant flavor. It has good depth of flavor, and as the wine ages further, the fruit will emerge from the tannins. Keep for 3–4 years.",Grande Réserve,40,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Chateau le Grand Verdus 2009 Grande Réserve (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-grand-verdus-2009-grande-reserve-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Chateau le Grand Verdus 13.5,Red,France,"This is a ripe, rounded and firmly tannic wine. It has weight and a dense texture, with a black plum flavor. With its fruits, sweet tannins and solid structure, it's likely to age well over several years.",,15,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Larroque 2010 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larroque-2010-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Larroque ,White,France,"This very herbaceous wine shows almond, toast and a rich texture. The wine has a creamy feel, ripe in the mouth while retaining grapefruit-driven freshness at the end.",,12,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château d'Argadens 2011 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dargadens-2011-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château d'Argadens 14,Red,France,"Solidly structured, this features concentrated tannins and powerful, ripe fruits. It has weight, and its rich black fruits are layered with acidity. Age for at least three years.",,9,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Buisson-Redon 2009 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-buisson-redon-2009-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Buisson-Redon 13.5,Red,Italy,"A stenciled “A” on the bottle makes for some very handsome packaging. The wine inside the bottle is just as successful as its label, with savory aromas of cured meat and leather, backed by black fruit and Indian spice notes.",A,23,88,Southern Italy,Campania,,Di Meo 2009 A Aglianico (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meo-2009-a-italian-red-aglianico-campania/,Aglianico,2009,Di Meo 13.5,Red,France,"This tannic and extracted wine shows touches of burnt wood and solid, dry tannins. It misses the generously fruity feel of the vintage, replacing it with a firm, tight character. It needs several years.",,20,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château la Tonnelle 2009 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tonnelle-2009-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Tonnelle 13.5,Red,France,"The tannins are firm and dry, producing a solid structure. A black currant flavor emerges slowly, offering a fruity counterpoint. Although the wine—named after the cedar trees on the property—is ripe and tarry, it needs another year or two.",Cuvée Les Cèdres,50,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château La Fortine 2008 Cuvée Les Cèdres (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fortine-2008-cuvee-cedres-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château La Fortine 14,Red,France,"This Merlot-dominated blend has resulted in a wine that is both juicy and structured. With its forward flavor of black currant juice, it is surprisingly ready to drink, although the tannins also promise aging. It's ripe and dense, while the final acidity offers a fresh finish",,37,88,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château La Croix Romane 2010 Lalande de Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croix-romane-2010-red-lalande-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Croix Romane 15,Red,France,"This richly perfumed wine is firm with tannins, showing its high alcohol through a sharp peppery edge. It is dense and concentrated, almost too much so to pair with food.",,29,88,Bordeaux,Montagne-Saint-Émilion,,Château La Bastienne 2009 Montagne-Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bastienne-2009-red-montagne-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château La Bastienne ,White,France,"Strong lime and lemon zest flavors dominate this attractive, zingy wine. It has a strong texture that brings out the acidity and citrus flavors. It remains bright and crisp on the finish.",,12,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Haut Mondain 2011 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-mondain-2011-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château Haut Mondain ,Red,France,"Firmly tannic, angular and powerful, this has concentrated bitter-coffee and licorice flavors that come through strongly, offering intense acidity, a black plum note and a dark finish.",,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Faugères 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-faugeres-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Faugères ,White,France,"Ripe, spicy tropical fruits give this wine a rich feel. There is a touch of caramel along with pineapple and apricot flavors. It is full bodied and structured, with a finish that shows acidity and a streak of nutmeg.",,13,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château de Lugagnac 2010 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lugagnac-2010-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château de Lugagnac 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Full, yeasty and dry on the nose, this has rustic, lightly baked red-fruit aromas. It feels round and easygoing, with dry nectarine and melon flavors that lead nicely onto the subtle, fruity, fresh finish, with spice flavors and lasting acidity.",Brut,26,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Dominio de la Vega 2009 Brut Pinot Noir (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-vega-2009-brut-pinot-noir-cava/,Pinot Noir,2009,Dominio de la Vega ,Red,France,"Densely textured, this has firm and dark tannins. Powerful notes of rich berry and stone fruit give weight to this concentrated wine. This needs time to age.",,12,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Turcaud 2010 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-turcaud-2010-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Turcaud ,White,France,"Smooth and creamy, this shows touches of wood aging and flavors of ripe apple and peach. The toast brings out an attractive spiciness, leaving a complex, fruity finish.",,19,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Penin 2011 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-penin-2011-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château Penin 13,White,France,"This offering, from the fine cave cooperative in Tain l'Hermitage, is 100% Marsanne. Subtle smoke and peach elements mark the nose, while the palate is medium-full in body and displays restrained apricot and wet stone notes. Drink now.",,19,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Cave de Tain 2010 Marsanne (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2010-marsanne-crozes-hermitage/,Marsanne,2010,Cave de Tain 14.5,Red,US,"This is a classic California interpretation of a southern Rhône-style blend. It's a good wine, smooth and pleasant if not particularly complex, offering rich flavors of cherry, cherry liqueur, cola, mocha, bacon and white pepper. Drink now.",Z Three Estate Grown and Bottled,42,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2008 Z Three Estate Grown and Bottled G-S-M (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2008-z-three-estate-grown-bottled-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,G-S-M,2008,Zaca Mesa 13.5,Red,Spain,"Mild and floral on the bouquet, this has touches of citrus and gritty cherry. The palate feels fresh, lively and healthy, with a baked, spicy flavor along with a briary berry note. Solid but mild on the finish; drink now–2015.",Gran Reserva,18,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Cerrada 2005 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cerrada-2005-gran-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Viña Cerrada 14,Red,Argentina,"Roasted and decidedly earthy on the nose, this has mature aromas of coffee, spice and herb note. A solid fabric of aged tannins and acidity bolster the wild berry and cherry flavors, which finish syrupy and raisiny. A blend of 50% Petit Verdot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Malbec.",Nina Blend,20,89,Other,Argentina,,San Huberto 2007 Nina Blend Red (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-huberto-2007-nina-blend-red-other/,Red Blend,2007,San Huberto 13,Rose,Italy,"This gorgeous rosato shows a bright pink color, offering fresh aromas of garden flower, citrus and stone fruit. It shows lively acidity, with a distant tannic touch that's barely noticeable on the palate.",Lacrimarosa,25,89,Southern Italy,Campania,,Mastroberardino 2011 Lacrimarosa Aglianico (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2011-lacrimarosa-italian-red-aglianico-campania/,Aglianico,2011,Mastroberardino 14.5,Red,Italy,"This shows dark concentration, with dense aromas of sweet cherry, tobacco, prune and blackberry. On the palate, it delivers a ripe impression of sweetness and a soft, plush texture.",Siray,,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Pala 2009 Siray Red (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pala-2009-siray-red-isola-nuraghi/,Red Blend,2009,Pala 14.4,Red,US,"A whiff of clover jumps from the glass, then this dark, juicy wine rips into a dense cassis flavor. Ripe and sappy, it has just the right touch of new oak layered onto the finish.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2009 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2009-stillwater-creek-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2009,Novelty Hill 14.4,Red,US,"Novelty Hill's estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon displays notes of brambly berry and plenty of barrel spice. The sweet-tasting spice accent rolls into streaks of licorice, earth and herb on the peppery finish.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2009 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2009-stillwater-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Novelty Hill 14.4,Red,US,"The blend includes 7% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Cabernet Franc. It's tight, herbal and earthy, with a scent of forest floor. As it opens, it adds layers of wild berry, bramble, graphite and leaf, all in good balance. This has lovely proportion and follow through, as in all of the Novelty Hill reds.",,22,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2009 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2009-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2009,Novelty Hill 13.9,Red,US,"Made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Barbera and a few other varieties, this is dry and complex. It has cherry, plum, red licorice, spice and cedar flavors.",Michael's,25,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa by N.A.P.A. NV Michael's Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-by-napa-nv-michaels-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,,Napa by N.A.P.A. 14,Red,Spain,"This is jammy and reduced throughout, especially on the nose, which offers a dense blueberry aroma. Saturated and solid on the palate, it features ripe flavors of black plum, blackberry and caramel. A potent, fruity, modern type of Tempranillo that's long on fruit and short on complexity.",Los Cantos,23,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Finca Torremilanos 2009 Los Cantos (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-torremilanos-2009-los-cantos-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Finca Torremilanos 7.5,White,Germany,"Savory tones of fennel, dried herb and petrol on the nose make the intensely fruity, almost tropical fruit flavors on the palate a bit surprising. This is semisweet, with sharp, focused acidity that lingers on the finish.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese,44,89,Mosel,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2010 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2010-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler ,Red,France,"This wood-aged wine is soft and rounded. It has a ripe black-plum flavor and a generous texture, which brings out the richness of the vintage. There is a fine line of refreshing acidity on the finish.",,,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Domaine de Valmengaux 2009 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-valmengaux-2009-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de Valmengaux 13.5,Rose,Italy,"Ros'Aura is one of the most delightful rosatos to come from southern Italy. It's a concentrated bright pink color, with fresh aromas of wild berry and pink grapefruit.",Ros'Aura,15,89,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2011 Ros'Aura Aglianico (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2011-rosaura-italian-red-aglianico-irpinia/,Aglianico,2011,Feudi di San Gregorio 8,White,Germany,"Hints of exotic spices and herbs add savory tones to the concentrated stone-fruit and preserved lemon flavors on this semidry Riesling. Quite minerally on the midpalate, it finishes clean, with a puckering, lemony acidity.",Bernkasteler Lay Erste Lage Spätlese,42,89,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 2010 Bernkasteler Lay Erste Lage Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-2010-bernkasteler-lay-erste-lage-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 14,White,Germany,"Heady notes of flower and ripe, fleshy stone fruit perfume this dry yet lusciously fruity, full-bodied Riesling. Brisk lime-like acidity, a note of fresh green herb and a smoky, crushed-stone minerality add a cutting edge on the finish.",Hochheimer Domdechaney Erstes Gewächs Trocken,50,89,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 2009 Hochheimer Domdechaney Erstes Gewächs Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-2009-hochheimer-domdechaney-erstes-gewachs-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Domdechant Werner 14.5,Red,France,"A wine with structure, this achieves balance with its black currant flavor and acidity. It's lined firmly with tannins that bring a dry and texture to this solid, age-worthy bottle. Give it at least five years.",,61,89,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Saransot-Dupré 2009 Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saransot-dupre-2009-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Saransot-Dupré ,Red,France,"This is firm, smoky and fruity—a combination that offers a rich black-fruited experience. Wood flavors provide some density. Rich and perfumed, it needs to age over two years.",Domaine du Bourdieu,17,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Sainte-Anne 2010 Domaine du Bourdieu (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-anne-2010-domaine-bourdieu-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Sainte-Anne ,Red,France,"An attractively balanced wine, this shows fruitiness that's supported by fine tannins. It's a ripe wine, ready to drink now, with black currant juice and red plum flavors giving pleasure.",Vieilles Vignes,15,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Roustaing 2010 Vieilles Vignes (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roustaing-2010-vieilles-vignes-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Roustaing 14.5,Red,France,"A firm and concentrated wine, this is dark and full bodied. It shows the superripe fruit produced by the 2009 vintage. Attractively full and juicy, it has extra weight and a dark chocolate flavor, plus a spicy finish. Age for 2–3 years.",,23,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Bibian 2009 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bibian-2009-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Bibian ,Red,France,"A balanced wine that brings together flavors of wood, smoke and ripe black currant, it's elegant, forward and structured. Drink soon, or age for several years.",,15,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Beaulieu Comtes de Tastes 2009 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaulieu-comtes-tastes-2009-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Beaulieu Comtes de Tastes ,Red,France,"Powerful, with concentrated tannins, this bottle remains a tough proposition. Its acidity suggests some fruitiness, though the structure is lacking real flesh. This will obviously round out, but could well be a firm wine for many years.",,,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Monbrison 2010 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-monbrison-2010-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Monbrison ,White,France,"This is a full-bodied wine with a rich texture. It has a creamy character, along with flavors of almond, toast and ripe green plum. Worth aging a year.",Vieilles Vignes,25,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Hoste-Blanc 2011 Vieilles Vignes (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-hoste-blanc-2011-vieilles-vignes-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château Hoste-Blanc 13,Red,France,"This is a toasty wine, with flavors of eucalyptus and new wood, along with dry tannins. This combination indicates how young the wine still is, because it has a background weight of fruit and a rich blackberry-jelly flavor. It needs aging over 4–5 years.",,15,89,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Haut-Pradier 2009 Côtes de Bourg,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-pradier-2009-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Haut-Pradier ,Red,France,"This rounded, wood-aged wine has just the right amount of structure and delicious acidity to accompany the full red- and black-berry notes. It's refreshing, while still concentrated and age worthy.",,12,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Grand Jean 2009 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-jean-2009-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Grand Jean 13,Red,France,"Now maturing well, this is a wine that reflects much of the freshness of 2008, with firm tannins and solid structure. A black currant flavor dominates this elegant offering, providing acidity as well as freshness. It could age for another few years, but is ready to drink now.",,25,89,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château du Seuil 2008 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-seuil-2008-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château du Seuil 13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine inspires a pairing with foods that have a sweet cheese or butter element. It is well shaped and opulent, with loads of crushed black pepper, dried fruit and dusty mineral nuances.",A,23,89,Southern Italy,Campania,,Di Meo 2008 A Aglianico (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meo-2008-a-italian-red-aglianico-campania/,Aglianico,2008,Di Meo 14,Red,Spain,"Dill, vanilla, tobacco, earth and light red-fruit aromas comprise the classic nose. The palate feels tight and in good shape, while a mild berry flavor comes topped with touches of cardamom, cinnamon and nutmeg, expressing Rioja in every way. Elegant and balanced; drink now.",Viña Pomal Reserva,21,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Bilbainas 2006 Viña Pomal Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-bilbainas-2006-vina-pomal-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Bodegas Bilbainas 14.3,Red,US,"Juicy and brisk in acidity, this mouthwatering Pinot Noir is dry and silky. It has cool-climate cherry, pomegranate and cola flavors, with a nice mushroomy earthiness. Decant this elegant wine for several hours before opening it.",,36,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bailiwick 2010 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailiwick-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bailiwick 14,Red,Italy,"This is a generous and powerful expression of Aglianico, with angular edges, tight tannins and a lasting mineral impression. There's little fresh fruit here, but prune and cassis are apparent.",Gudarrà,25,89,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Bisceglia 2008 Gudarrà (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bisceglia-2008-gudarra-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2008,Bisceglia 13.5,Red,Germany,"Dark toast and burnt sugar notes add a caramel-like warmth to the tart black-cherry, green leaf and violet petal notes on this understated Pinot Noir. It's lean in style, with savory dried-herb and granite hints, with soft, wispy tannins that add structure on the midpalate.",Alte Reben Trocken,77,89,Baden,,,Huber 2009 Alte Reben Trocken Spätburgunder (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2009-alte-reben-trocken-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-baden/,Spätburgunder,2009,Huber 13.5,Red,Australia,"Made in a restrained, perhaps age-worthy style, Leeuwin's 2008 Art Series Shiraz offers up cassis tinged with hints of mint and tobacco. The tannins are silky in texture, while the wine never strays past medium weight. Drink now–2020.",Art Series,35,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2008 Art Series Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2008-art-series-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2008,Leeuwin Estate 14.5,Red,Australia,"This blend of 95% Shiraz and 5% Viognier displays some cool-climate character in its red berry and herbal pepper notes. It's medium bodied and slightly dusty in texture, with a tart, mouthwatering finish. Drink it over the next few years.",,19,89,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yering Station 2008 Shiraz-Viognier (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yering-station-2008-shiraz-syrah-viognier-yarra-valley/,Shiraz-Viognier,2008,Yering Station 13,Red,France,"Chocolate and licorice flavors dominate this solid, foursquare yet austere wine. Its offers firm fruit, with a dense texture of black currant and red plum. Acidity and a spice note set off the finish.",,26,89,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Rahoul 2008 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rahoul-2008-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Rahoul ,Red,France,"This fruity wine has attractive acidity and a lively black-currant note. The brightness on the surface masks the wine's firmly tannic structure, although it's the fruitiness and forward nature of the wine that will provide the most pleasure.",,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Maucamps 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-maucamps-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Maucamps 13,Red,Spain,"This is a throwback wine with complex aromas, intriguing flavors and a light-to-medium body. The blend is Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, and the end product offers cinnamon, orange peel and tea aromas in front of an acid-rich palate, with spiced cranberry, dried fruit and citrus flavors. Elegant and feminine in style; drink now–2018. Fewer than 2,400 bottles produced.",Viña Trebolar,33,89,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Bodegas Navarro López 2009 Viña Trebolar Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2009-vina-trebolar-red-vino-tierra-castilla/,Red Blend,2009,Bodegas Navarro López 12.5,White,France,"This fruity, wood-aged wine has plenty of potential. Its stone fruit flavors are full and rich, a contrast to the herbaceous edge. A smooth texture is just showing through. Keep for 2–3 years.",,20,89,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Haut Selve 2011 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-selve-2011-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château Haut Selve ,White,France,"This ripe wine is full of tropical and citrus fruits, with some extra weight from the hint of wood. Fine and balanced, it reveals the smooth richness of 100% Sémillon.",Cuvée Prestige,10,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Haut Guillebot 2011 Cuvée Prestige (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-guillebot-2011-cuvee-prestige-semillon-blanc/,Sémillon,2011,Château Haut Guillebot 13.5,Red,France,"Dark in color—partly from the blend's 20% Petit Verdot—this wood-aged wine is laden with an extracted toast flavor and tannins. It is very concentrated, with a flavor of black plum skin and berry-like acidity that contribute to its density.",,25,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Belle-Vue 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belle-vue-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Belle-Vue ,Red,France,"While the wine has some richness, it is also firmly structured, with a minerally severity from its tight tannins. Under the surface, there is a fruity character that's dominated by a juicy black-currant flavor.",,20,89,Bordeaux,Lussac Saint-Émilion,,Château Bel-Air 2009 Lussac Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bel-air-2009-red-lussac-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Bel-Air 13,White,Germany,"Deeply smoky, as if enrobed in a layer of campfire ash, this curiously aromatic Riesling pairs a dark, minerally element with notes of sweet, ripe melon and stone fruit. Dry and full bodied, with an herbaceous, fresh midpalate.",Oestrich Doosberg Trocken,70,89,Rheingau,,,Peter Jakob Kühn 2009 Oestrich Doosberg Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-jakob-kuhn-2009-oestrich-doosberg-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Peter Jakob Kühn 14,Red,Italy,"Bovale is a little-known red grape from Sardinia that offers smooth and rustic characteristics that recall dried tobacco, earth, black fruit and spice. The finish is long and polished, with nice concentration and intensity.",Essentija,30,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Pala 2009 Essentija Bovale (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pala-2009-essentija-italian-red-bovale-isola-nuraghi/,Bovale,2009,Pala 14.4,Red,US,"Intense and nervy, this has high acidity that gives it a mouthwatering quality. It's absolutely dry, with bright cherry-pie and spice flavors. Shows real promise for Marin County Pinot Noir.",Borderline,36,89,California,North Coast,Marin County,Bailiwick 2010 Borderline Pinot Noir (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailiwick-2010-borderline-pinot-noir-north-coast-marin-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bailiwick 14.5,Red,Australia,"Katnook's Prodigy Shiraz is full bodied and creamy in texture, combining authentic Shiraz aromas and flavors with easy-drinking, open-knit appeal. Scents of tar, black olive and blackberry give way to flavors of red peppercorn and mixed berry. Drink now–2018.",Prodigy,43,89,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Katnook Estate 2008 Prodigy Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/katnook-estate-2008-prodigy-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,2008,Katnook Estate 14.5,Red,France,"Remember when all Châteauneufs were priced like this? Now this is entry-level pricing, yet the wine is very good, delivering a complex, harmonious blend of leather, earth, spice and plum notes. It's soft enough to drink now and over the next few years.",,38,89,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Louis Bernard 2009 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2009-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Louis Bernard 13.8,Red,Australia,"In effect, this is Leeuwin's second-tier Shiraz, and it drinks like one, being only moderately full in body and offering deliciously silky tannins. Bright raspberry and cherry flavors are accented by vanilla shadings. Drink it over the next few years.",Siblings,20,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2008 Siblings Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2008-siblings-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2008,Leeuwin Estate ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is a dry wine still full of ripe fruit. It has a rich texture, tasting floral and fragrant. The result is a generous, black-fruited wine for short-term aging.",Vintage,,89,Port,,,Rozes 2009 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rozes-2009-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Rozes 14.5,Red,France,"Superripe in style, this 100% Grenache bottling boasts hints of raisined fruit and chocolaty richness but also notes of beetroot and alfalfa. This is full bodied, loaded with chewy tannins that turn drying and astringent on the finish. Its future evolution seems uncertain.",Cuvée Spéciale,72,89,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Tardieu-Laurent 2009 Cuvée Spéciale Grenache (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2009-cuvee-speciale-grenache-chateauneuf-pape/,Grenache,2009,Tardieu-Laurent 14.5,Red,US,"Made from Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Counoise, this is not too complicated, and it's easy to like for its luscious cherry, raspberry, spice and sandalwood flavors.",Côtes de Tablas,30,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2010 Côtes de Tablas Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2010-cotes-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Tablas Creek 13.5,Red,Italy,"Taurasi is a wine that flaunts a determined and powerful personality, and Fatica Contadina is no exception, thanks to its deep layers of spice, dark fruit, tobacco and cigar that it delivers to the senses. On the palate, it is austere and tightly structured.",Fatica Contadina,32,89,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Terredora 2007 Fatica Contadina (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2007-fatica-contadina-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2007,Terredora 14,Red,France,"Far too young to even consider drinking, this is a wine whose potential comes from its rich, round, concentrated black fruits and its dense tannins. It's chewy and chunky; age for at least four years.",,40,89,Bordeaux,Montagne-Saint-Émilion,,Château Vieux Montagne 2011 Montagne-Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vieux-montagne-2011-red-montagne-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2011,Château Vieux Montagne ,Red,France,"A new-wood-dominated wine, this is very toasty and extracted, and it is losing some of its fruit in the process. It has a fine structure that will fill out when the black currant flavor gets a chance to shine. Keep for 4–5 years.",,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Saint-Pierre 2010 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-pierre-2010-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Saint-Pierre 7.5,White,Germany,"Smoke and mineral oil tones add layers of depth to the pretty white blossom, peach and tangerine notes on this crisp, nervy Riesling. Mouthwateringly tangy with a delicious note of Sour Patch candy on the finish.",Graacher Himmelreich Auslese,38,89,Mosel,,,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 2010 Graacher Himmelreich Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-heidemanns-bergweiler-2010-graacher-himmelreich-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 13,White,Germany,"There's a slate-like minerality that permeates through the layers of honey, wax and heather on this impeccably dry Riesling. It's full and creamy in texture, with focused, steely acidity. A bit subdued, but elegant in structure.",Hochheimer Domdechaney Erstes Gewächs Trocken,50,89,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 2010 Hochheimer Domdechaney Erstes Gewächs Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-2010-hochheimer-domdechaney-erstes-gewachs-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Domdechant Werner 15,Red,US,"This is definitely high in alcohol, with a notable chili pepper burn, but that's the winery's style. Without that ripeness, you wouldn't have these intense, briary blackberry and mulberry flavors. Notes of chocolate, raisin, anise liqueur and exotic spice provide additional complexity. This is a Zin that needs rich, oily meats and cheeses to balance it out.",,37,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frank Family 2010 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2010-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Frank Family 13.5,White,Spain,"Under control on the bouquet, this has pear and apple aromas. The wine feels round, juicy and pure, with oak, toast, lemon, apple and spice flavors. Barrel influence creates a peppery, dry and spicy finish, and overall this blend of Viura and Malvasia is on the money. Drink now.",Allende,25,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Allende 2010 Allende White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-allende-2010-allende-white-rioja/,White Blend,2010,Finca Allende 13,White,Italy,"Feudi di San Gregorio consistently does a terrific job with the Fiano grape. The producer finds a magical way of extracting the grape's pear, citrus and peach aromas. Mineral and talc powder sensations are there as well.",,20,89,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2011 Fiano di Avellino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2011-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,2011,Feudi di San Gregorio 13.5,Red,France,"By Médoc standards, this 7-acre vineyard is small, with a production of 1,150 cases. The powerful blackberry flavor is sweetened by dark plum and licorice notes, structured with new wood influence and firm tannins. There is a juicy finish, and the tannins promise long-term aging.",,42,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Clos la Bohème 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-boheme-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Clos la Bohème 14.9,Red,Argentina,"Good but not excessively expressive on the bouquet, this reveals a milk chocolate element that emerges after the wine airs. The flavor profile starts with a lemony oak note, with notes of blackberry, herb and peppery spice underneath. The nice finish is modest, like the bouquet. Only 300 cases made.",Gran Reserva Limited Edition,68,89,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Gimenez Riili 2008 Gran Reserva Limited Edition Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gimenez-riili-2008-gran-reserva-limited-edition-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2008,Gimenez Riili 13,Red,Germany,"Hints of caramel and vanilla, along with soft, silky tannins add oaky, woodsy warmth to the brambly flavors of red raspberry and cherry. It's delicately structured, with bracing acidity that adds levity and zip, highlighting the tart berry notes on the finish.",Recher Herrenberg,125,89,Ahr,,,Jean Stodden 2008 Recher Herrenberg Pinot Noir (Ahr),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-stodden-2008-recher-herrenberg-pinot-noir-ahr/,Pinot Noir,2008,Jean Stodden 15,Red,Spain,"Raisin and kirsch aromas are soft and rich, settling on strawberry and spice notes. The palate is lifted by firm acidity and solid tannins, while the wine's core flavors of raspberry, plum and herb serve it well. It finishes warm and sweet tasting, with licorice and molasses flavors that are tempered by a baking spice note.",,70,89,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Terrazas del Moncayo 2009 Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-moncayo-2009-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2009,Terrazas del Moncayo 14.4,Red,Argentina,"Over the years, Altimus—a blend of Malbec, Cabernet and Tannat—has been all over the map. This vintage is quite good, with burly aromas of bacon, balsam wood, campfire and black fruit. It's a load in the mouth, where minty, lemony oak flavors vie with blackberry and foresty herb notes. Leather and tobacco flavors appear on the feisty finish.",Altimus,50,89,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2009 Altimus Red (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2009-altimus-red-cafayate/,Red Blend,2009,Michel Torino ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This perfumed, sweet and fruity wine is from Messias's flagship vineyard in São João da Pesqueira, high above the southern bank of the Douro. The tannins melt into the black plum flavor. This is rich, sweet and softly textured, and it will be delicious in a year or two.",Quinta do Cachão Vintage,,89,Port,,,Messias 2009 Quinta do Cachão Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messias-2009-quinta-cachao-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Messias 16,Red,US,"The alcohol is very high on this Zin, but it wears its heat and glycerine well, becoming part of the wine's overall personality. It bears includes ripe, brambly flavors of blackberry, raisin, mocha, black pepper and exotic spice, with thick, fine tannins. Defines this style of Sonoma Zinfandel.",Monticello Vineyard Kaarin's Terrace,45,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,St. Francis 2010 Monticello Vineyard Kaarin's Terrace Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2010-monticello-vineyard-kaarins-terrace-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,St. Francis 14.5,Red,US,"Tannic and earthier than its companion Cabernet, this has almost tongue-scraping dryness. The plum and cherry flavors are tightly wound and tart, and the early impression is that drying tannins take over the finish. With a lot of breathing, it opens up, and the fruit shines through.",Reserve,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,14 Hands 2009 Reserve Merlot (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/14-hands-2009-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Merlot,2009,14 Hands ,Red,France,"Rich and fruity initially, this shows spice and new wood flavors as well as black plum and red berry touches. It has weight without being too concentrated. For medium-term aging.",,,89,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Altimar 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-altimar-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Altimar ,Red,France,"Ripe, juicy and fragrant, this has a delicious red berry flavor that is ready to give pleasure. Maybe it's not a wine for long-term aging, but keep it for at least for 4–5 years.",,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château de Pressac 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pressac-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Pressac ,Red,France,"This is a ripe, fruity wine, with a black currant flavor, layered tannins and refreshing acidity. It's a wine of power yet also of pleasure for drinking now.",,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Lynsolence 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lynsolence-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Lynsolence ,Red,France,"One of the largest Médoc properties, this chateau always produces a reliable wine that is ready to drink soon. Soft and already approachable, the 2010 is no exception. Ripe tannins and a blackberry flavor meld into a round finish",,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Larose-Trintaudon 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larose-trintaudon-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Larose-Trintaudon 13.8,Red,France,"A solid and dense wine, this is full of firm tannins, plus black currant and berry flavors. It is well structured and concentrated, a benefit from using fruit sourced from low-yield old vines. With its dark, dense texture, it will age for several years.",Vieilles Vignes,21,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château La Mothe du Barry 2010 Vieilles Vignes (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mothe-barry-2010-vieilles-vignes-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Mothe du Barry 14.6,White,Argentina,"This is big and yellowish in color, which is usually an indicator of strong barrel character. And indeed, it's very oaky and resiny on the nose, palate and finish. But in between the waves of wood spice, vanilla and resin are complexities, fine acidity, good textural balance and sweet, tropical fruit flavors. Drink now.",Bramare Marchiori Vineyard,45,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Cobos 2011 Bramare Marchiori Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cobos-2011-bramare-marchiori-vineyard-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2011,Viña Cobos 14,Red,Argentina,"This is a solid, well-crafted and flavorful Malbec. Black fruit and cocoa aromas set up a concentrated palate, bearing chewy, dense flavors of black plum, wild berry and chocolate, plus toast and pepper notes. Production is 100,000-plus cases.",Reserve,11,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trivento 2011 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivento-2011-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Trivento 14.4,Red,US,"Few California wines are this rich. It swamps the mouth with the essences of ripe black cherry and chocolate, with accents of red licorice, vanilla and buttered toast. The blend is an interesting one of Malbec, Merlot and Syrah, set off with fine, complex tannins. The action is all on the surface, lacking a bit of complexity, but it is delicious for drinking now.",Richard Dinner Vineyards,39,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Rocky Hill 2008 Richard Dinner Vineyards Red (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocky-hill-2008-richard-dinner-red-sonoma-mountain/,Red Blend,2008,Rocky Hill 14.5,Red,US,"Another fine vintage for this value-priced, Bordeaux-style blend. It's loaded with raspberry and black cherry flavors, then brings in lighter notes of dried herb, ground coffee and dark chocolate. For its price, it delivers rather complex and well-integrated flavors.",Little Bear Creek Red Wine,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodinville Wine Cellars 2010 Little Bear Creek Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2010-little-bear-creek-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Woodinville Wine Cellars 14,Red,Australia,"Hope Estate is headquartered near Australia's eastern coast, but this wine comes from a vineyard it owns way out west. It's a well-made, medium- to full-bodied Shiraz, boasting a raspberry flavor that's nicely accented by a dark coffee note and an approachable, open-knit texture. Drink it over the next year or two.",The Ripper,18,89,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Hope Estate 2008 The Ripper Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-2008-ripper-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2008,Hope Estate 14,Red,France,"New-wood flavors abound in this firmly structured, dry wine. With its tannins at the fore, plus its heavy toast and sweet-tasting black-fruit flavors, it has weight and density. This is likely to age well over 3–4 years.",,25,89,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Tanesse 2010 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tanesse-2010-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tanesse ,Red,France,"While there are wood aromas, this has enough rich black fruits to balance the toasty, caramel character. It is still firm and tannic, but in the next two years it will become a solid, rich wine.",,,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Pilet 2010 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pilet-2010-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Pilet ,Red,France,"This wine is rich and smooth, and the power of its tannins are already integrated into the complex plum and blackberry flavors. It has a solid structure, with weight and an open feel.",,13,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Pey la Tour 2009 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pey-tour-2009-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Pey la Tour 14.5,Red,Spain,"Dark, oaky and smoky for a value wine, this has leather and blackberry aromas. It feels full, chewy and substantive, with dark berry, molasses and mocha notes. Smooth and dense on the finish, with leftover blackberry, coffee and chocolate touches.",,11,89,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Mano A Mano 2010 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mano-a-mano-2010-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2010,Mano A Mano 14.5,Red,France,"The 20% Malbec in the blend helps to produce the spicy tannins and dark color of this wine. The other grapes in the blend add richness and firm structure, plus a blackberry-driven juiciness. With its bright acidity added to the mix, this is a serious wine with good aging potential.",Château Guerry,19,89,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Bernard Magrez 2010 Château Guerry (Côtes de Bourg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-magrez-2010-chateau-guerry-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Bernard Magrez 15,Red,France,"Full bodied and silky, like so many of the 2007s from the Southern Rhône, this has already reached maturity. Notes of dried cherry, cinnamon, clove and chocolate all come together in a very drinkable package.",,57,89,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine la Mereuille 2007 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mereuille-2007-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine la Mereuille ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dense in color, this firm wine has a rich black-fruit character. There is a strong element of acidity, which brings out the natural fruitiness of the wine. At the same time, there is enough dense texture to promise aging.",Vintage,60,89,Port,,,Cálem 2010 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calem-2010-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2010,Cálem ,White,France,"With a rich mouthfeel, this is creamy, textured, concentrated and full of fruit. Ripe yellow fruits are well balanced with the citrus-driven character. It should age for another year.",,13,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Lauduc 2011 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lauduc-2011-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château Lauduc 13,Red,France,"Firmly structured, dense and concentrated, this special selection is dominated by Merlot, though the perfumes from Cabernet Franc are evident. It has weight and a tight, tannic texture; age for at least five years.",Cuvée Spéciale,20,89,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Grand-Maison 2010 Cuvée Spéciale (Côtes de Bourg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-maison-2010-cuvee-speciale-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Grand-Maison ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is a firm and powerful wine, chunky and dense. It has a solid edge of tannins, dark and dense, resulting in a mineral-structured wine that is both dry and likely to age for many years.",Quinta de Arnozelo Vintage,70,89,Port,,,Burmester 2010 Quinta de Arnozelo Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burmester-2010-quinta-arnozelo-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2010,Burmester 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a terrific wine for those who love discovering the tastes and flavors of little-known indigenous grapes from southern Italy. Aglianco and Sciascinoso are blended in equal parts, producing a bold, spicy wine, with cinnamon, nutmeg and dried fruit aromas.",Sciascì,22,89,Southern Italy,Sannio,,Capolino Perlingieri 2008 Sciascì Red (Sannio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capolino-perlingieri-2008-sciasci-red-sannio/,Red Blend,2008,Capolino Perlingieri 15.2,Red,US,"Very rich and fruity, with jammy raspberry and cherry flavors that taste almost dessert sweet, this also offers a delicious note of black currant sprinkled with hints of cinnamon and brown sugar. A great barbecue wine. The alcohol is a little high, but that's customary of Dry Creek Zin.",Old Vines Estate,30,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2009 Old Vines Estate Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2009-old-vines-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Mounts 14.5,Red,Australia,"Redbank is the Hill-Smith (of Yalumba) family's Victorian brand. The Long Paddock is a range of wines produced largely from purchased fruit, but this is a nicely balanced, easy-to-drink wine. Predominant notes are of mocha, mixed berry and vanilla, while the tannins are supple and the finish elegant and fruit-driven. Nice for drinking now and for the next couple of years.",The Long Paddock,14,89,Victoria,Victoria,,Redbank 2008 The Long Paddock Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redbank-2008-the-long-paddock-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,2008,Redbank 12,White,Spain,"This is more than admirable for a 100,000-case, widely available Albariño. Apple, lime and mineral aromas set up a cutting, citrus-driven palate, with crisp, narrow flavors of lemon and green apple. A touch pithy on the finish, which is long and minerally.",,12,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Condes de Albarei 2011 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condes-albarei-2011-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,Condes de Albarei ,Red,France,"A ripe and fruity wine produced from old vines at Saransot-Dupré, this has a flavor of blackberry along with the complex tannins of Listrac. Weighty, solid and just a touch rustic, this needs several years to age.",,,89,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Saransot-Dupré 2010 Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saransot-dupre-2010-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Saransot-Dupré ,Red,France,"Red fruit flavors push their way upfront in this wine, producing a full fruit character that has a juicy, fragrant style. It's elegant, already offering a fine experience.",,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Sansonnet 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sansonnet-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Sansonnet 14.3,Red,US,"Both wines from this new producer show significant bottle variation. In both instances, the scores reflect the better bottle of the two 2010s tasted. The Merlot offers a firm cassis flavor, concentrated and balanced, with a streak of black olive, and a pastis-like licorice note.",,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Coach House 2010 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coach-house-2010-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,Coach House ,Red,France,"Attractive acidity combines with a judicious use of wood aging, producing a wine that is fresh, fragrant and ripe. It has weight while remaining lively and fruity.",,,89,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Clos du Clocher 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-clocher-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Clos du Clocher 14,Red,France,"Now mature, this is a powerful wine for the vintage. It has a spice note, plus tannins that are still present and likely to develop further. The flavors of truffle, gamy beef and beet are are testaments to the age of this wine. It needs to be consumed over the next year.",Château la Temperance,21,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Bernard Magrez 2004 Château la Temperance (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-magrez-2004-chateau-temperance-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Bernard Magrez 14,Red,Argentina,"In good vintages like 2011, Trapiche's Malbecs can be impressive across the board, as evidenced by this value. The nose is fresh and fruity, with a dusting of cocoa. It feels layered and vibrant, with ripe berry, toast and spice flavors. Smooth and easy on the fade.",Oak Cask,10,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2011 Oak Cask Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2011-oak-cask-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2011,Trapiche ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Bringing out the ripe fruits of the vintage, this is soft, rich and sweet in character. Acidity accompanies the flavors of red berry and red cherry. From Quinta do Cachão and other Messias vineyards, this is soft and developing quickly.",Vintage,,89,Port,,,Messias 2009 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messias-2009-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Messias 13.5,Red,Italy,Falerno del Massico (80% Aglianico and 20% Piedirosso) is a great food wine to pair with grilled lamb chops or lasagna with baked mozzarella. It shows smooth lines that are backed by dried fruit and dusty mineral notes. There's a bright touch of sour berry on the close.,,26,89,Southern Italy,Falerno del Massico,,Villa Matilde 2008 Red (Falerno del Massico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-2008-red-falerno-massico/,Red Blend,2008,Villa Matilde 14,Red,Argentina,"This is a powerfully built Malbec with intense aromas of mint, medicine and blackberry. It feels thick and pure, with a chewy texture and medicinal flavors of berry, vanilla and spice. The flavors veer toward char, pepper and darkness on the finish.",Single Vineyard,15,89,Mendoza Province,Agrelo,,Lamadrid 2011 Single Vineyard Malbec (Agrelo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamadrid-2011-single-vineyard-malbec-agrelo/,Malbec,2011,Lamadrid 12.5,Red,Argentina,"This big, oaky specimen opens with aromas of cheesy berry, vanilla, spice and heat on the bouquet. It feels tannic, full bodied and resiny, with tastes of wood, dried cheese, vanilla and roasted berry. The finish shows residual oak, hickory and soupy berry leftovers. A bomber that's fully oaked, almost to the point of being overdone. A blend of 66% Malbec, 20% Cabernet and 14% Tempranillo.",Zeta,45,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2009 Zeta Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2009-zeta-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2009,Zuccardi 14.8,Red,US,"This is a blend of Syrah, Petite Sirah and Viognier. The reds bring robust, full-bodied and dry flavors of raspberry and cherry jam, while the Viognier adds a burst of citrusy brightness. It feels spicy on the palate, a versatile table wine to drink now.",The Triple Play,25,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Wattle Creek 2010 The Triple Play Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2010-the-triple-play-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Red Blend,2010,Wattle Creek 13.9,Red,US,"This fruit-powered Sangiovese was aged in neutral barrels, and the cranberry and raspberry flavors come through clean and fresh. It's still a bit tight, crisp and compact. Give it some breathing time if you plan to drink it soon.",,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Trio Vintners 2009 Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trio-vintners-2009-sangiovese-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese,2009,Trio Vintners 14.4,Red,US,"Tight and concentrated at first, this opens up with air, exuding an array of blue and red fruit aromas and flavors, most prominently raspberry, with a chocolate chaser on the finish. A blend of Zin from four different vineyards—plus 14% Petite Sirah—aged mostly in new American oak, this is a crowd-pleasing wine that is a great representation of the region.",,24,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Newsome-Harlow 2010 Zinfandel (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newsome-harlow-2010-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Newsome-Harlow 13.5,White,US,"Viognier is a clear success story for Wilridge. This is not a flashy wine, and it goes down easily. It's deeply concentrated, with a rich core of peach, apricot and lemon drop flavors.",Rosebud Vineyard,16,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Wilridge 2011 Rosebud Vineyard Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilridge-2011-rosebud-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2011,Wilridge 14,Red,Italy,"A “super Calabria” blend of Gaglioppo and Cabernet Sauvignon, Gravello delivers savory notes of leather, dried berry, spice and cured meat. There's a touch of sour cherry on the tasty, rich finish.",Gravello,30,89,Southern Italy,Val di Neto,,Librandi 2009 Gravello Red (Val di Neto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/librandi-2009-gravello-red-val-neto/,Red Blend,2009,Librandi 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Lemon and lime aromas are suggestive of Sprite, while the body on this high-end Cava is fresh and snappy, with sizzling acidity. The flavors come across crisp and focused, emphasizing apple and dry spice. The finish is long, spicy and textured, with nothing rough or scouring.",Brut Reserva,31,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Llopart 2010 Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llopart-2010-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2010,Llopart 14.5,Red,Australia,"This wine starts off with notes of blackberry, mint and asphalt on the nose, unfurling on the tongue to reveal tar, black olive, meat and blackberry flavors. It's full bodied and intense, even a bit warm on the finish. Impressively concentrated, but slightly bitter as well.",Oracle,70,89,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Kilikanoon 2008 Oracle Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2008-oracle-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Kilikanoon 13.8,Red,US,"The co-ferment includes 5% Viognier, and offers generous fruit and appealing scents of spices and woodsy incense. The mulled fruit flavor rolls onto the herbal finish with some green-tea-like tannins.",Co-ferment Estate,40,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2008 Co-ferment Estate Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2008-co-ferment-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,Kestrel 14.5,Red,US,"This is a rich Cabernet, powerful in cherry- and blackberry-pie-filling flavors, which are compounded by the sweet taste of caramelized oak. The tannins are soft and easy to drink now.",Artisan Series,46,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Artesa 2009 Artisan Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2009-artisan-series-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Artesa 15.2,Red,US,"The Hellion is half Primitivo, one-third Petite Sirah and the rest Zinfandel. A lively mix of berry, citrus and tree fruit flavors, it's plush, forward and full across the palate. It starts out beautifully, then falls a little flat coming into the home stretch. The finish shows some heat and a hint of milk chocolate.",The Hellion,22,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Angel Vine 2010 The Hellion Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angel-vine-2010-hellion-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2010,Angel Vine 13.5,Red,France,"A wine with good depth of flavor, this is uses fruit that was selected from the best parcels of Le Grand Verdus. It has firm tannins, along with flavors of rich black fruits and wood-derived spices. With its weight and concentration, it's a wine that should age over several years.",Génération,20,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Chateau le Grand Verdus 2009 Génération (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-grand-verdus-2009-generation-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Chateau le Grand Verdus 13.5,Red,France,"This spicy, full-bodied effort shows the generosity of 2009. It has firm tannins, but they are matched by the full blackberry and black currant flavors. The dry core from wood aging is likely to soften over the next 2–3 years.",,20,89,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château l'Avocat 2009 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lavocat-2009-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château l'Avocat 13,Red,France,"A rich, fruity wine, this shows a jammy blackberry flavor, with just the right balancing acidity. Wood aging lends this wine a polished feel, and the tannins are comfortably cushioned by the ripe fruit. It has the richness of the vintage while still maintaining elegance.",,20,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Laride 2009 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laride-2009-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Laride 12.5,Red,France,The reserve wine from Lamothe-Cissac is now a wine that is well on the way to maturity. It has a leathery texture that's well integrated with wood and mushroom flavors. The acidity is just in the background. Drink now or over the next 3–4 years.,Vieilles Vignes,39,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Lamothe-Cissac 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-cissac-2008-vieilles-vignes-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lamothe-Cissac ,Red,France,"The Quié family, owners of Crozet-Bages in Pauillac and Rauzan-Gassies in Margaux, live in this northern Haut-Médoc property. The 2010 is closed, firmly tannic and solidly structured. It feels chunky, and its black plum flavor is tightly packed.",,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Bel-Orme Tronquoy de Lalande 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bel-orme-tronquoy-lalande-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Bel-Orme Tronquoy de Lalande 13.5,Red,France,"Firm and solid, this features chunky tannins and strong structure. It shows its wood aging strongly at the moment, which covers some of the ripe blackberry flavor. It has weight and power from its dry core and fruit, which promises aging.",,16,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château La Rose du Pin 2010 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rose-pin-2010-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Rose du Pin 14.5,Red,France,"This is an attractively perfumed wine, which is polished by the wood influence, offering flavors of mint and eucalyptus. It is rich and spicy, with the weight of black fruits. This is already drinkable, so consume it now, or keep it for 3–4 years.",,35,89,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château la Levrette 2009 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-levrette-2009-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Levrette ,Red,France,"Big and fruity, this has generous tannins and ripe black fruits. With its full fruits bursting out of the glass, it is already suitable for drinking. Delicious, full bodied and a great testament to the vintage's quality.",,20,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Terrefort-Quancard 2009 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-terrefort-quancard-2009-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Terrefort-Quancard ,Red,France,"While there is plenty of new wood influence in this wine, it also has delicious fruit. The combination results in a juicy flavor of black stone fruit, with good acidity to accompany the toast and smoked meat flavors. Age for 3–4 years.",,30,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Pierrail 2010 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pierrail-2010-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Pierrail ,Red,France,"Very rich and concentrated, this is a blockbuster wine. Its sweet fruit is packed with a high amount of toast flavors. Acidity seems to be missing, giving the wine opulence without the final sense of age worthiness.",,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos des Menuts 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-menuts-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Clos des Menuts 14.9,Red,US,"Very ripe and soft, this has blackberry, plum and chocolate flavors that veer toward prune and raisin territory. It's dry, spicy and a little hot, but is a great example of a warm-climate Zin at the highest level.",Oat Hill Estate,45,90,California,Napa,Calistoga,Zahtila 2008 Oat Hill Estate Zinfandel (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zahtila-2008-oat-hill-estate-zinfandel-napa-calistoga/,Zinfandel,2008,Zahtila 14.5,Red,US,"On its own, this Mourvèdre-based Rhône-style blend is fairly straightforward. It has candied aromas and tastes, suggesting raspberry-flavored licorice and cola. However, it is dry and crisp in acidity, balanced overall. It will be a fine companion to a wide range of fare.",Esprit de Beaucastel Grown & Bottled on the Estate Mourvèdre-Grenache-Syrah-Counoise,55,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2010 Esprit de Beaucastel Grown & Bottled on the Estate Mourvèdre-Grenache-Syrah-Counoise Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2010-esprit-beaucastel-grown-bottled-estate-mourvedre-grenache-syrah-counoise-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Tablas Creek 13.5,White,US,"This has ripe Sonoma flavors of green apples, pears and tropical fruits, along with balancing acids and a touch of honey-sweet oak. Overall, it achieves harmonious balance. Production was 3,690 cases. Worth a special search.",,9,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wheelhouse 2011 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wheelhouse-2011-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2011,Wheelhouse ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"While there are medicinal aromas, suggesting some new wood in the aging process, the flavors are of rich, ripe fruits. For medium-term aging.",Vintage,70,90,Port,,,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 2009 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-nova-nossa-senhora-carmo-2009-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 8,White,Germany,"Aromatic with notes of honey, spice and the faintest whiff of petrol, this is rich in lemon cream and concentrated sweet-peach flavors. It's lacy and brisk on the palate, with veins of stony minerality and bitter peach-skin astringency that prickles on the finish.",Bruderberg Spätlese,40,90,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2010 Bruderberg Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2010-bruderberg-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Maximin Grünhäuser 12.5,White,France,"Full bodied, flamboyant and opulent, this is a ripe, exotic rendering of 100% Marsanne. Honey, apricot and mandarin orange notes ease slowly over the palate, finishing with a lush richness that suggests drinking over the near term.",Les Meysonniers,36,90,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 2010 Les Meysonniers Marsanne (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2010-meysonniers-marsanne-crozes-hermitage/,Marsanne,2010,M. Chapoutier 13.5,White,US,"The addition of 20% Roussanne to the blend seems to thicken the palate—which is not a bad thing at all. A scent of honeysuckle piles on top of the flavors of honey, chamomile tea, lemon, orange and pink grapefruit, creating a luscious wine with impressive length.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2011 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2011-stillwater-creek-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2011,Novelty Hill 14.4,Red,US,"This tight, young Syrah has a succinct core of blueberry and raspberry flavors, which are wrapped in a mix of herb, earth and green tea. The tannins are just slightly bitter, but all in balance, and that bitterness is not at all unpleasant.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2009 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2009-stillwater-creek-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2009,Novelty Hill 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Chunky plum, berry and toasty campfire aromas are full and thick on this blend of 60% Malbec and 40% Merlot. The palate is stout and meaty, with pronounced but honest tannins. It tastes charred, with ripe berry, prune and chocolate undercurrents. Loses some of its spunk on the finish.",Expresiones Reserve,15,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Flichman 2009 Expresiones Reserve Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-flichman-2009-expresiones-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Finca Flichman 7,Dessert,Germany,"Sprightly and crisp, with just 7% alcohol, this dainty Riesling is juicy and brisk, with loads of sweet-tart tangerine flavor. Layers of bitter citrus rind and lanolin, along with a steely midpalate, add depth, extending to a long, lemony finish.",Erdener Prälat Auslese Gold Capsule,114,90,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2010 Erdener Prälat Auslese Gold Capsule Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2010-erdener-pralat-auslese-gold-capsule-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Loosen 14.5,Red,Spain,"A bit earthy and horsey on the nose, this is nevertheless attractive on the bouquet, with sandalwood, spice and black fruit aromas. The mouthfeel registers as being thick and chewy, while the flavor profile includes toasty, chocolaty black-fruit flavors, with a finish that has weight and a vanilla note. Drink now–2016.",,30,90,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,El Agosto 2010 Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-agosto-2010-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2010,El Agosto 8,White,Germany,"A waxy lemon-peel note and a whiff of lanolin lend a mineral-driven slickness to this delicately textured, penetrating Riesling. Ripe tropical-fruit flavors are honeyed and intensely concentrated, yet the finish is elegant with a swathe of fresh, clean flowers.",Trittenheimer Apotheke Spätlese,23,90,Mosel,,,Eifel-Pfeiffer 2010 Trittenheimer Apotheke Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eifel-pfeiffer-2010-trittenheimer-apotheke-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Eifel-Pfeiffer ,Red,France,"This is a finely balanced, if still very structured wine. It has powerful tannins, but also rich, black, juicy fruits that are coming into integration. Solid and concentrated, the wine has great potential and needs to age for at least four years.",Château Rauzan-Despagne Réserve,15,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Rauzan Despagne 2010 Château Rauzan-Despagne Réserve (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rauzan-despagne-2010-despagne-reserve-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Rauzan Despagne ,Red,France,"The vineyards of the beautiful medieval chateau of d'Agassac have produced a firmly structured, fruity, black-currant-flavored wine. It's fragrant and packed with acidity, boasting tannins that suggest aging over many years.",,,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château d'Agassac 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dagassac-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château d'Agassac 12.5,Red,France,"While this wine has the richness and warmth of its vintage, it also has a fine, dusty, tannic structure, which gives it a serious aspect. Ripe black-plum and berry flavors provide a generous feel, while the crisp acidity offsets the ripeness.",,8,90,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Chantemerle 2009 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chantemerle-2009-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Chantemerle 14.5,Red,France,"Firm and closed, this wine's Merlot content is balanced by a touch of perfumed Cabernet Franc. It has dark tannins, solid fruits and a depth of flavor that offers both weight and juicy richness. Still very firm, this wine, which is made using fruit from vineyards close to Saint-Émilion, needs several years to soften and become round.",,25,90,Bordeaux,Puisseguin Saint-Émilion,,Château Bel-Air 2010 Puisseguin Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bel-air-2010-red-puisseguin-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Bel-Air 13.5,Red,France,"One of the many properties in Moulis with Poujeaux in its name, this estate has produced a classic, elegant wine, its Cabernet Sauvignon element providing a delicious black currant flavor, rounded out by the Merlot. Firm tannins still point the wine in the direction of aging, so give it four years and more.",,70,90,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château la Gravière Grand Poujeaux 2010 Moulis-en-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-graviere-grand-poujeaux-2010-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Gravière Grand Poujeaux 13,White,France,"A rare white wine from Saint-Émilion vineyards, this is seriously wood-aged, showing mature toast and almond flavors, with a citrusy edge. It has weight and richness, gradually revealing peach and apricot notes while merely hinting at acidity.",Blanc,29,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Fombrauge 2006 Blanc (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fombrauge-2006-blanc-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2006,Château Fombrauge ,Red,France,"Made using fruit from a vineyard created by consultant Stéphane Derenoncourt, this wine is currently closed, but it shows fine aging potential. It has dense tannins, but also the weight of fresh fruit underneath. Wood is a dominant factor, concentrating into a point of firm dryness.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Edmus 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-edmus-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Edmus 12,White,France,"With its smooth combination of toast and yellow fruit notes, this goes beyond the typical herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc character. It's a wine wine that is full and serious, deserving to be aged for at least three years.",,25,90,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château du Seuil 2011 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-seuil-2011-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château du Seuil 14.9,Red,Argentina,"Dry, dusty cassis aromas are full and friendly, with added notes of earth and graphite. The mouthfeel is round, full and fresh, with tight acids and dry, woody, spicy flavors of black fruit that are accented by vanilla and butter. It finishes toasty and lengthy, with a comfortable fade. Only 350 cases were made.",Ayni,36,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Chakana 2009 Ayni Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chakana-2009-ayni-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Chakana ,Red,France,"Minty, ripe and concentrated, this wine has notes of sweet plum and spice, with soft, forward tannins. This is likely to mature soon.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos Badon 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-badon-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Clos Badon 14.5,Red,Australia,"This is a potent, rich Shiraz. It's full bodied and thickly textured, with aromas and flavors of mocha, asphalt and plum. The overall impression is somewhat chunky and inelegant but undeniably concentrated. Give it five years or so to smooth out some of the rough edges.",Piggot Range,110,90,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2008 Piggot Range Syrah (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2008-piggot-range-shiraz-syrah-syrah-clarendon/,Syrah,2008,Clarendon Hills ,White,France,"Textured yet full bodied, this is a rich wine from a small 17-acre estate. The toast note shows strongly, but it's still in balance, resulting in yeast and croissant flavors as well as tropical fruits. For aging over the next 2–3 years.",Cuvée Passion,30,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Tour de Mirambeau 2010 Cuvée Passion (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-mirambeau-2010-cuvee-passion-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Tour de Mirambeau 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This Malbec-Cabernet blend hits the spot aromatically, delivering rock-solid black fruit and toasty oak scents. It feels rich, with chewy tannins and rooty-tasting berry and chocolate flavors. Smooth and easygoing, perhaps a touch soft on the finish. Drink now–2014.",Malma Universo Blend,22,90,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega NQN 2007 Malma Universo Blend Red (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-nqn-2007-malma-universo-blend-red-patagonia/,Red Blend,2007,Bodega NQN 14,Red,Italy,"Montessu is a gorgeous blend of Carignano, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Syrah that shows full fruit flavors of plum and blackberry, followed by slightly green tones of curry leaf and rosemary. The tannins are firm and tight, with a fine, silky texture.",Montessu,35,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Agricola Punica 2009 Montessu Red (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-punica-2009-montessu-red-isola-nuraghi/,Red Blend,2009,Agricola Punica 14.8,Red,US,"Winemaker Ed Fus does a superb job with grapes from the Stonetree Vineyard, as this tasty young Petite Sirah demonstrates. Violet, chalk, blueberry and citrus notes combine on the palate, continuing onto the finish that sets flower and tannin in stark opposition. This is what pure Petite Sirah from an excellent site tastes like, with no intrusive new oak flavors.",Stonetree Vineyard,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Angel Vine 2010 Stonetree Vineyard Petite Sirah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angel-vine-2010-stonetree-vineyard-petite-sirah-columbia-valley-wa/,Petite Sirah,2010,Angel Vine 14.8,Red,US,"This is one of the richer, finer wines out of Napa meant for drinking now. With smooth tannins and a soft mouthfeel, it shows sweet-tasting cherry jam, cassis and toasty oak flavors. This Bordeaux-style blend is based on Merlot.",Arise,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blackbird Vineyards 2010 Arise Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackbird-2010-arise-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Blackbird Vineyards 14.4,Red,US,"The fruit is sourced from Kiona Vineyards on Red Mountain, some of the best Syrah in Washington. Sappy and concentrated, with a juicy and pure raspberry flavor, this shows good length and a lick of mineral on the finish.",,26,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hawkins Cellars 2010 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkins-cellars-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2010,Hawkins Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"The best of Zaca Mesa's G-S-Ms, this is based on Grenache and Mourvèdre, with a drop of Syrah. It is softly delicious, with cherry pie, mocha and spice flavors, plus a hint of sweet-tasting, toasty oak. Drink now.",Z Cuvée Estate Grown and Bottled,20,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2009 Z Cuvée Estate Grown and Bottled G-S-M (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2009-z-cuvee-estate-grown-bottled-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,G-S-M,2009,Zaca Mesa 14.8,Red,US,"This is smooth and sweet-tasting, with dark chocolate, blackberry, blueberry and smoky oak flavors, balanced with fine acidity. The tannins are strong, just what you'd expect from Malbec, making this a great partner for steak.",,38,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Wattle Creek 2010 Malbec (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2010-malbec-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Malbec,2010,Wattle Creek ,Red,France,"This is a firmly structured and concentrated wine, featuring black fruit that has the weight to balance the dense, solid tannins. Powered by the richness of the vintage, this should age for 3–4 years.",,23,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Plaisance 2009 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-plaisance-2009-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Plaisance 14,Red,France,"This small estate has produced a rich, smooth 2010, showcasing a delicious, fruity style, with no hint on the palate of its high alcohol. Red and black fruits mingle easily and warmly, and the proportionate acids and tannins suggest potential. Keep for four years.",,40,90,Bordeaux,Lussac Saint-Émilion,,Château Marion d'Audren 2010 Lussac Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marion-daudren-2010-red-lussac-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Marion d'Audren 14,Red,France,"This fruity effort from the hill vineyards behind Castillon has weight, structure and a style characterized by full and ripe red fruit. The tannins are cushioned by the generous fruit, and the wine will improve over the next four years.",,15,90,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château l'Estang 2010 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lestang-2010-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château l'Estang ,Red,France,"Structured and very rich, this has sweet tannins that provide weight while retaining the wine's ripe, fruity character. It has a solid, firm texture, and the wood influence gives a burst of firm toast. Age for 4–5 years.",Prestige,16,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Lauduc 2009 Prestige (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lauduc-2009-prestige-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Lauduc 12.5,Red,France,"Made using fruit selected from old vines, this is a concentrated effort that straddles the old-style Bordeaux and the modern, fruit-driven type. The tannins are firm and dry, which dominate the black currant flavor, and the acidity is crisp and plentiful. It's a wine that is aging slowly and will repay several more years of aging.",Vieilles Vignes,25,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Landat 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-landat-2008-vieilles-vignes-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Landat 14,Red,Spain,"Here's a rich and oaky Ribera del Duero that pours on the bacon, hickory and earth aromas in addition to black fruit and licorice notes. It feels huge and tannic but still well balanced, with bacon, clove and baked black-fruit flavors. It holds onto its barbecued character, ending with a fiery finish. Drink now–2016.",Selección,18,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Fuentespina 2009 Selección (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-fuentespina-2009-seleccion-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas Fuentespina ,Red,France,"Round and fruity, this is dominated by generous fruit flavors and soft tannins. Its open character is backed up by notes of new wood, vanilla and some smoky spice. It's delicious now, and it will age over several years.",,15,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château la Croix de Roche 2009 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croix-roche-2009-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Croix de Roche ,Red,France,"The wine shows considerable new-wood influence at this stage. However, this wood emphasis brings out polished fruit that is deliciously smooth and blackberry-like in profile. This is likely to develop relatively quickly.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Gloria 2010 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gloria-2010-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Gloria 14,Red,France,"The Grâce-Dieu sector of Saint-Émilion lies between the city and the vineyards of Figeac. This 30-acre property has produced a structured 2010, bringing out the richness of the black-plum-flavored Merlot. At the same time, it has a delicate, perfumed character that, along with acidity, gives the wine a final lift.",,29,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Franc Grace Dieu 2010 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-franc-grace-dieu-2010-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Franc Grace Dieu ,Red,France,"This is packed with just the right amount of tannins and dark fruits. It has weight, structure and a blackberry note. It needs to age at least five years for the full character to emerge.",,14,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Fleur Haut Gaussens 2009 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-haut-gaussens-2009-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Fleur Haut Gaussens 13.5,White,France,"It's unusual to find 100% Roussanne wines, but this is a terrific example at a realistic price. It's broad and mouth-coating but still seems fresh, with melon, pear and pineapple flavors that linger on the tightly focused finish. Drink over the next year or two.",,18,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château du Trignon 2010 Roussanne (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trignon-2010-roussanne-cotes/,Roussanne,2010,Château du Trignon 13.5,Red,France,"Here's a big, wood-laden wine that shows some bitterness, extraction and toast influence. However, the weight of ripe black-plum flavor will certainly come forward to produce a balanced, rich bottling, with the generosity of the year. Wait for 2–3 years.",,25,90,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château du Seuil 2009 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-seuil-2009-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château du Seuil 12.8,White,US,"The 2011 is an elegant, fine-tuned version of this excellent wine, with a crisp, defined mix of citrus and mineral flavors. The lingering, snappy finish begs for fresh shellfish or halibut.",Conner Lee Vineyard,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buty 2011 Conner Lee Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2011-conner-lee-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2011,Buty 13.9,Red,US,"This is a Malbec of great volume and huge extract. The first thing that's noticed are the gigantic blackberry, dark chocolate and sweet cedar flavors. Then the tannins kick in, which are big and astringent. Finally, the finish lasts for an impressively long time, and it tastes entirely dry yet sweetly fruity. A little soft, but beautiful now, this is perfect for most grilled or roasted beef dishes.",,30,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Opaque 2009 Malbec (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/opaque-2009-malbec-central-coast-paso-robles/,Malbec,2009,Opaque 14.1,White,US,"This wine is so good, it could make Vermentino the next big thing—except there's so little of the variety planted in California. Bright and juicy in acidity, it has flavors of citrus and tropical fruit, apricot, peach and honeysuckle. It finishes dry and spicy; pair it with pasta in pesto sauce.",,18,90,California,California Other,California,Bailiwick 2011 Vermentino (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailiwick-2011-italian-white-vermentino-other/,Vermentino,2011,Bailiwick 13.6,Red,US,"Medium bodied and dry, this has a savory spiciness, with long-lasting flavors of cherry and smoky, vanilla-scented oak. A coating of finely ground tannins gives it enough bite to accompany steak. One of the best Cabernet Francs from the Russian River Valley in a long time.",,28,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bailiwick 2010 Cabernet Franc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailiwick-2010-cabernet-franc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Bailiwick 14.3,White,US,"Made in the rich, ripe, over-the-top style that winemaker Mark McNeilly uses for his own Mark Ryan Viogniers, this is a superconcentrated wine with more than a passing resemblance to limoncello. Along with that comes notes of Key lime, candied pineapple and a bit of alcoholic heat. Some will find it excellent, others a little too extravagant.",Collaboration Series,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Force Majeure 2011 Collaboration Series Viognier (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/force-majeure-2011-collaboration-series-viognier-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Viognier,2011,Force Majeure 13.5,Red,US,"This blend of Merlot and Mourvèdre melds fruit from the Kestrel View and Olsen Vineyards. Bursting with mixed plum and cherry flavors, it's accented by a spice note and a streak of nougat.",Tribute Red,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2009 Tribute Red Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2009-tribute-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2009,Kestrel 14,Red,Italy,"Emè is a beautifully balanced blend of Aglianico, Merlot and Sangiovese. Its soft, velvety texture is spectacular, as are its generous aromas of cherry, black fruit, spice, leather and tobacco. There's a touch of sharp freshness on the finish that pulls it all together.",Emè,25,90,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,I Capitani 2008 Emè Red (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-capitani-2008-eme-red-irpinia/,Red Blend,2008,I Capitani ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is a ripely tannic wine, made from fruit that was sourced from a parcel of more than 40-year-old vines. While it is certainly fruity, rounded and warm, it has tannins as well. It's a velvety wine that retains its structure. Age for the medium term.",Savedra Vintage,,90,Port,,,Quinta do Tedo 2009 Savedra Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-tedo-2009-savedra-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Quinta do Tedo ,Red,France,"This has sweet-tasting, juicy fruit that is immediately appealing. Its firm structure of tannins appear underneath the ripe red-berry and black currant flavors. It's developing well into an accessible and delicious wine.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Sanctus 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanctus-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Sanctus ,White,France,"With a tropical fruit aroma of pineapple juice and a touch of spice, this is an attractive, fragrant wine. It has good balancing acidity to accompany the fruitiness, making for an ultimately lively and crisp effort.",Réserve,15,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Cheval Quancard 2011 Réserve (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheval-quancard-2011-reserve-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Cheval Quancard ,Red,France,"Powerful, rich and dense, this has tannins and fruit that share the same generosity and ripeness. The wood influence provides a caramel character at the back of the sweet-tasting fruit notes. Age for 4–5 years.",Vieilles Vignes,11,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Sainte Marie 2010 Vieilles Vignes (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-marie-2010-vieilles-vignes-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Sainte Marie 14,Red,France,"While this is certainly a structured wine, it also has generous, full and ripe fruit flavors of black plum and berry, plus firm tannins and acidity. Saint Ahon, in the southern part of the Haut-Médoc, is showing great promise with this wine.",,40,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Saint Ahon 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-ahon-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Saint Ahon 14.5,White,US,"If you like the ripe, extravagantly oaky style, you'll love this Chardonnay. It has opulent flavors of tropical fruit, buttered toast, caramel, vanilla and honey, which are brightened by acidity. Drink now.",,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 2011 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2011-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Conn Creek 14.5,Red,US,"Deliciously rich and yummy, this is a softly tannic Bordeaux blend to drink now. It shows broad, deep blackberry, blueberry and chocolate flavors, with a jacket of sweet-tasting, caramelized oak.",Anthology,55,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 2008 Anthology Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2008-anthology-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Conn Creek 13,White,Germany,"There are edges of of smoke and violet on this dry yet lavish Riesling. On the palate, notes of ripe yellow peach and plum shine against a backdrop of lemony acidity, accented with smoke, orange-spice, herb and crushed stone hints.",Hochheimer Kirchenstück Spätlese Trocken,34,90,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 2010 Hochheimer Kirchenstück Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-2010-hochheimer-kirchenstuck-spatlese-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Domdechant Werner 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Dark in the glass, this has a moderately complex nose, with notes of black fruit, leather and spice. It feels tight, fresh and snappy, but not excessively wide or structured. Flavors of ripe berry and cocoa lead to a solid finish, which has a controlled, smooth feel. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Merlot.",Paisaje de Tupungato,19,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Flichman 2009 Paisaje de Tupungato Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-flichman-2009-paisaje-tupungato-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2009,Finca Flichman 13.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a pearl for sparkling wine lovers. This bubbly rosato is made from the hearty Aglianico grape, usually reserved for one of Italy's most austere and masculine red wines. Yet here the variety shows a delicate, soft side with notes of wild berry and creamy almond paste.",DUBL,43,90,Southern Italy,Campania,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2010 DUBL Aglianico (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2010-dubl-italian-red-aglianico-campania/,Aglianico,2010,Feudi di San Gregorio 16.8,Red,US,"This is as rich and hedonistic as anything in California. It's like drinking an elixir of milk chocolate and blackberry jam, sprinkled with cinnamon and black pepper and infused with vanilla bean. But beware: the high alcohol goes to your head fast.",El Bordo Reserve,39,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cerro Prieto 2009 El Bordo Reserve Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cerro-prieto-2009-el-bordo-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2009,Cerro Prieto 14.5,Red,Spain,"After a gaseous, rubbery-smelling start, this Catalonian blend falls into place. The palate is ripped in feel, showing impressive drive and power. Flavors of cola, toast, chocolate, prune and blackberry are generous, while the finish is dense and chocolaty, with a tobacco accent. Drink now–2015.",Cartesius,27,90,Northern Spain,Empordà,,Celler Arché Pagès 2006 Cartesius Red (Empordà),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/celler-arche-pages-2006-cartesius-red-emporda/,Red Blend,2006,Celler Arché Pagès 14.8,Red,US,"This is showing a little wear and tear at its current stage, and the heat of the vintage is apparent in the raisiny note that is starting to emerge. It's an extravagant expression, flaunting its rich tannins and east Oakville pedigree. Drink over the next 2–3 years before it fades away.",,125,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Tierra Roja 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tierra-roja-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Tierra Roja 13.5,Red,Italy,"This shows unique characteristics that give it an elegant but powerful identity. The wine is aged for two years in oak, lending it an extra note of spice and round tannins. Volcanic soils render perfumed notes of blue flower and herb, and extracted richness remains at the core of this opulent wine.",Pago dei Fusi,46,90,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Terredora Di Paolo 2006 Pago dei Fusi (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-paolo-2006-pago-fusi-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2006,Terredora Di Paolo 13.5,White,Italy,"Le Sèrole seems intent on showing the aging potential of the little-known Pallagrello Bianco variety. This opens with an off-gold color and bright aromas of candied fruit, honey and dried apricot. The natural structure will help it last a few years longer.",Le Sèrole,43,90,Southern Italy,Terre del Volturno,,Terre del Principe 2010 Le Sèrole Pallagrello (Terre del Volturno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-principe-2010-le-serole-italian-white-pallagrello-terre-volturno/,Pallagrello,2010,Terre del Principe 15.1,Red,US,"St. Francis's Anthem is a solid, rich, spicy and full-bodied, offering plenty of drink-me-soon complexity. Based on Cabernet Sauvignon, it has deep layers of blackberry, black currant, plum, anise, cocoa and smoky oak, which are wrapped into firm, smooth tannins.",Anthem,60,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,St. Francis 2010 Anthem Meritage (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2010-anthem-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-valley/,Meritage,2010,St. Francis 13,Red,France,"Just hinting at maturity, this rich and stylish wine features finely balanced tannins, a juicy blackberry flavor and fruity ripeness. Using fruit sourced from the small appellation of Canon-Fronsac, on the hill close to Saint-Émilion, this wine is ready to drink and is full of flavor, with concentration on the finish.",,40,90,Bordeaux,Canon-Fronsac,,Château Canon 2005 Canon-Fronsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canon-2005-red-canon-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Canon 12.5,Red,France,"A small 10-acre vineyard close to the city of Bordeaux city has created a structured 2008, which is now beginning to mature. The black currant flavor is still dominant, but it has been joined by ripe, soft tannins and a delicious, refreshing layer of acidity, lifted by an herbal edge. Age for another year, but also drink now.",,65,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Bellegrave du Poujeau 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bellegrave-poujeau-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Bellegrave du Poujeau ,Red,France,"The greatly improved Beaumont, under the same ownership as Château Beychevelle in Saint-Julien, has produced a full-bodied, rich wine, which is weighty and packed with serious fruits and tannins. It shows an attractive, black-currant-driven side, but it remains a wine for aging.",,,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Beaumont 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaumont-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Beaumont ,Red,France,"This powerful, concentrated effort shows dense tannins that are balanced by rich black fruits. The wine has a sense of elegance that balances all of the richness. It's worth aging for at least 4 years.",,,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Argadens 2009 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-argadens-2009-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Argadens 13,Red,France,"This is a firm and tough wine initially, but it slowly opens and develops a rich character through its wood-aged and licorice flavors and fragrant acidity. It's dense and rich, as one expects of the vintage, and it certainly will age over many years.",,,90,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fourcas Dupré 2009 Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fourcas-dupre-2009-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Fourcas Dupré ,Red,France,"This is a powerful, complex, wood-aged wine. The elements are all present, but the fruit dominates at the moment. It's rich and concentrated, showing the potential of a balanced, ripe wine. With all this density and structure, give it four years.",Héritage,20,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Darzac 2010 Héritage (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darzac-2010-heritage-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Darzac ,Red,France,"From one of the properties owned by the Chanfreau family of neighboring Château Fonréaud, Chemin-Royal is dominated by new wood flavors that give the wine a toasty edge. At this stage, it is difficult to taste the fruit, but the wine has weight, which should develop through the tannins.",,,90,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Chemin-Royal 2010 Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chemin-royal-2010-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Chemin-Royal 13,Red,France,"There is a fine sense of structure in this dense and solid effort. It has both a juicy black-currant note and a full-bodied, concentrated texture. Showing the richness as well as the dry core of 2010, it is ready to age over several years.",,20,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Lieujean 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lieujean-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lieujean ,Red,France,"This is a perfumed wine, and its new wood and violet aromas create equally pleasant flavors. The surface-level brilliance is followed by rich, dark tannins and a blackberry note.",Cuvee le Barry,20,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château La Mothe du Barry 2010 Cuvee le Barry (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mothe-barry-2010-cuvee-le-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Mothe du Barry 13,Red,France,"Rich and firmly structured, this shows ripe berry and currant notes. It is dense and juicy, layered with wood notes and loaded with sweet tannins. Like many wines from Montagne-Saint-Émilion, it offers good value.",,68,90,Bordeaux,Montagne-Saint-Émilion,,Château La Bastienne 2010 Montagne-Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bastienne-2010-red-montagne-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Bastienne 13.6,Red,US,"Made in a small production, this is a very fine 100% Cabernet Franc. It's rich and dramatic in cherry compote and herb flavors, with smoke and buttered toast notes from the use of French oak barrels. The tannins are significant, coming from both the grapes and the wood. Give it 4–5 years to soften and mellow.",Central Park West,60,90,California,Napa,St. Helena,Trinchero 2009 Central Park West Cabernet Franc (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2009-central-park-west-cabernet-franc-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Trinchero ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is a big, fruity wine, packed with sweet, ripe fruit. There is a fine mineral texture to balance this richness, which gives it a severe edge and promises aging.",Quinta de São Luiz Vintage,75,90,Port,,,Kopke 2009 Quinta de São Luiz Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kopke-2009-quinta-de-sao-luiz-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Kopke 13.5,Red,Germany,"This delicate cool-climate Pinot Noir is fresh and dainty, with a red cherry flavor and plumes of rose petal and green flower perfume. Sour plum acidity and fine-grained but penetrating tannins add brace and backbone.",Malterdinger Bienenberg R GG Trocken,111,90,Baden,,,Huber 2009 Malterdinger Bienenberg R GG Trocken Spätburgunder (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2009-malterdinger-bienenberg-r-gg-trocken-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-baden/,Spätburgunder,2009,Huber 14.5,Red,Australia,"Concentrated and intense, this wine features a potent whack of oak on the nose, with dark fruit and mocha overtones. There are enough hints of bright, raspberry-tinged fruit to warrant optimism about its aging trajectory, but at the moment it is dark, heavy and slightly scorched. Try after 2017.",The Dead Arm,65,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2008 The Dead Arm Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2008-dead-arm-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2008,D'Arenberg 14.5,White,US,"One of the better Roussannes out there, this is dry with balanced acidity, showing a creamy mouthfeel, plus complex citrus, butterscotch, mineral and spice flavors. It has many food-pairing possibilities.",,25,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2011 Roussanne (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2011-roussanne-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Roussanne,2011,Curtis ,Red,France,"Powerful and structured, this offers both the weight and the potential for rich fruit. Dominated at this stage by tannins and wood-influenced flavors, the black plum note is likely to come through in the next year. The acidity is crisp, and a bitter cherry character flavors the finish.",,17,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Trocard Monrepos 2009 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trocard-monrepos-2009-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Trocard Monrepos 14,Red,France,"A wine that is just getting into its stride, this has ripe black fruits under its firm-yet-sweet tannins. The combination means the wine is both rich and structured, layering the tannins and fruit with acidity. Powerful and concentrated, this should age for 4–5 years.",,40,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Sénilhac 2009 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-senilhac-2009-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Sénilhac ,Red,France,"From a property owned by Patrick Bernard of négociant Millésima, this shows the results of considerable investment during the recent years. The wood dominates at this early stage, but it also shows complex fruit to balance the spice and toast flavors.",,,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Peyrabon 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-peyrabon-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Peyrabon 14.3,Red,US,"So delicious and easy to drink, you won't be able to resist pouring multiple glasses. It's soft and spicy, with marvelous raspberry, cherry and red licorice flavors.",,33,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2010 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Longboard 15.2,Red,US,"Sweet-tasting, jammy fruit and lots of camarmelized new oak mark this young, exuberant Syrah. The blackberry, black currant, mocha and licorice flavors have a long, peppery finish. Drink now.",Estate,28,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2009 Estate Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2009-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2009,Mounts 14.5,Red,US,"Opaque's Petit Verdot impresses with its inky color; intense, deep flavors of blackberry, blueberry, cassis, dark chocolate, spice and cedar; and also for its tannins, which are thick and astringent. This is quite a big wine, with a chewy, meaty complexity. It doesn't seem to be an ager, but what a great wine for a charbroiled steak. From Riboli Famly, it's their best Petit Verdot yet.",,30,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Opaque 2008 Petit Verdot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/opaque-2008-petit-verdot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petit Verdot,2008,Opaque 14.9,Red,US,"Dripping with notes of juicy black fruit, sweet tobacco and clove, this is layered and full-bodied, with soft tannins and an intensity that should grow more intriguing with age. From the gorgeous Calaveras County Dalton Vineyard, this is blended with 11% Petite Sirah, also from Dalton.",The Donner Party The Dalton Ranch,36,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Newsome-Harlow 2010 The Donner Party The Dalton Ranch Zinfandel (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newsome-harlow-2010-donner-party-dalton-ranch-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Newsome-Harlow ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is a perfumed wine with fine acidity. The tannins are soft, accompanied by black cherry and ripe berry notes, making this a sweet, rich style. The Quinta Senhora de Ribeira is on the north bank of the Douro, facing Quinta do Vesúvio on the south bank.",Quinta Senhora da Ribeira Vintage,60,90,Port,,,Dow's 2010 Quinta Senhora da Ribeira Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dows-2010-quinta-senhora-da-ribeira-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2010,Dow's 13,White,Germany,"Notes of mandarin oranges, honey and white blossoms are sweet introductions to this dry, intensely minerally Riesling. It's voluptously textured with layers of crushed stone, granite and ripe fruit, but vibrant, citrusy acidity keeps the mouthfeel bright.",Hochheimer Hölle Kabinett Trocken,30,90,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 2010 Hochheimer Hölle Kabinett Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-2010-hochheimer-holle-kabinett-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Domdechant Werner 13,White,Germany,"Hints of crushed wet stone and granite penetrate through the honeyed peach and flower notes on this intensely minerally Riesling. Dry and lavishly textured, with peppery green notes of herb and fennel, it has a medium-long finish.",Hochheimer Kirchenstück Erstes Gewächs Trocken,50,90,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 2009 Hochheimer Kirchenstück Erstes Gewächs Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-2009-hochheimer-kirchenstuck-erstes-gewachs-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Domdechant Werner 13.8,White,US,"Caleb Foster keeps adding more and more Muscadelle to this blend, always with a keen sense of balance and proportion. This remains tight and tart, with a tangy mix of lemon, grapefruit and pineapple flavors. It's a precise, high-acid, highwire act from a cool vintage.",60% Sémillon-19% Sauvignon-21% Muscadelle,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buty 2011 60% Sémillon-19% Sauvignon-21% Muscadelle White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2011-60-semillon-19-sauvignon-21-muscadelle-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2011,Buty 14.5,Red,US,"Thick in dark, meaty fruit flavor, this 100% Graciano is strong in savory elements, tasting of baked plum and tobacco, with a smoky, spicy undercurrent. The tannins have softened it into a rich, smooth wine that's ready to drink now, aromatically recalling ripe figs. Pair with meat-and-cheese tapas or a brothy stew.",,21,90,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Bokisch 2010 Graciano (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bokisch-2010-spanish-red-graciano-central-valley-lodi/,Graciano,2010,Bokisch 14.9,Red,Argentina,"This is true Cabernet evidenced by its mildly herbal nose of juniper, pine and leather that's mixed into a core of berry and cassis. The mouthfeel deals both jammy richness and crisp acidity, while flavors run from herb to black fruit to coffee.",Grand Reserve,25,90,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Artes del Sur 2009 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artes-sur-2009-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-uco-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Artes del Sur 15.5,Red,Spain,"This is intense for Garnacha, with piercing berry, spice and heat to the bouquet. This is a big, burly type of modern Garnacha, with a streak of boosting acidity. Flavors of plum, berry and cherry finish long and slightly raisiny. Big and bruising but still well balanced.",Veraton,25,90,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Alto Moncayo 2009 Veraton Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alto-moncayo-2009-veraton-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2009,Alto Moncayo 11,White,Germany,"Aromas of honey and lavender permeate into layers of juicy pink grapefruit, tart tangerine and sweet melon. It's off-dry on the attack but finishes quite dry, with a lush, honeycomb oiliness that lingers.",Hattenheimer Wisselbrunnen Grosse Lage,85,90,Rheingau,,,Baron Knyphausen 2010 Hattenheimer Wisselbrunnen Grosse Lage Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-knyphausen-2010-hattenheimer-wisselbrunnen-grosse-lage-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Baron Knyphausen 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"There aren't many rosé Cavas that stand out, but this is one of the few. It's bready and yeasty on the bouquet, with caramel and baked fruit aromas. It feels slightly creamy and complex, with peach, nectarine and dry spice flavors. Long, elegant and mildly peppered on the finish. Made from the Trepat grape.",Rosat Brut Rosé,36,90,Catalonia,Cava,,Agustí Torelló Mata 2009 Rosat Brut Rosé Trepat (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agusti-torello-mata-2009-rosat-brut-rose-spanish-red-trepat-cava/,Trepat,2009,Agustí Torelló Mata 14.5,Red,Spain,"You had better love big, burly, meaty reds if you're going to dig this Syrah, which is ultraripe and lush. The raisiny aroma is almost heavy, while the palate is big but not excessively so. Baked, ripe flavors of black fruit and chocolaty oak lead to a short, ox-like finish. Drink now–2015.",Pago Garduña,110,90,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Abadia Retuerta 2009 Pago Garduña Syrah (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-2009-pago-garduna-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Syrah,2009,Abadia Retuerta ,Red,France,"Here's a concentrated effort, with its tannins providing a powerful force behind the sweet-tasting fruit. A flavor of wood shows strongly, and the wine has a rich, full-bodied feel, with fine structure for aging.",Cuvée Prestige,17,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Les Gravières de la Brandille 2009 Cuvée Prestige (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gravieres-brandille-2009-cuvee-prestige-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Les Gravières de la Brandille 13,Red,France,"Smooth and ripe, this is a finely balanced wine. New wood shows in the mint flavor, which is surrounded by a black currant note, plus fresh acids and tannins that promise aging. From the north of the Haut-Médoc, this is a chateau to watch.",,18,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château le Chêne 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-chene-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château le Chêne ,Red,France,"This juicy wine is packed with a black currant flavor, plus fragrant tannins and taut acids. Wood aging shows in the form of a bitter chocolate note. It will need to age for at least eight years.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château de Pressac 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pressac-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château de Pressac ,White,France,"A fresh yet spicy wine, this is rich and toasty, showing a strongly zingy texture. With its notes of citrus, spiced apricot and its fresh acidity, this could age for several more months.",Heritage,30,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château de la Vieille Tour 2010 Heritage (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vieille-tour-2010-heritage-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château de la Vieille Tour ,Red,France,"This wine shows more structure than fruit at this stage. With its powerful tannins, its severity will take many years to soften. But it does have fruit in the form of a juicy blackberry note that's accompanied by acidity. Give the rest of the fruit time to come through.",,,90,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Croizet-Bages 2010 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croizet-bages-2010-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Croizet-Bages 14,Red,Italy,"Packaged in a massively heavy bottle, Tamurro Nero is a blend of grapes indigenous to Basilicata. It deals spicy tones of cinnamon and sweet tobacco, with notes of dried fruit and black cherry.",Tamurro Nero,,88,Southern Italy,Basilicata,,Tenuta Le Querce NV Tamurro Nero Red (Basilicata),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-le-querce-nv-tamurro-nero-red-basilicata/,Red Blend,,Tenuta Le Querce ,White,France,"Attractively fresh and herbaceous, this is a bright and fruity wine. It has flavors of red currant and grapefruit, plus a hint of gooseberry. Full and crisp, it's a wine to drink soon.",,,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Fayau 2011 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fayau-2011-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château Fayau 15.5,Red,US,"A bold, brawny Petite Sirah from the Sierra Foothills, this is gigantic and muscular. It has big expressions of milk chocolate and red raspberry, with puckering tannins that are interesting and built to age. Licorice, spice and a hint of smoky violet mark the rest of its profile.",Estate,34,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Fair Play,Cedar Creek 2008 Estate Petite Sirah (Fair Play),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedar-creek-2008-estate-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-fair-play/,Petite Sirah,2008,Cedar Creek 12.5,White,Spain,"This wine is quiet on the nose, with light touches of toasty resin and butter. It's Burgundian in feel, with plump, fleshy fruit that accompanies resiny, spicy flavors of white fruit and citrus. Notes of wood and resin dominate the finish on this chunky, full-bodied Viura (with 8% Malvasia).",Cosme Palacio 1894 Blanco,,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2009 Cosme Palacio 1894 Blanco White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2009-cosme-1894-blanco-white-rioja/,White Blend,2009,Bodegas Palacio ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,This ripe and juicy wine has good structure. It combines the rich sweetness of the year with rich tannins and red cherry. For medium-term aging.,Dalva Vintage,,88,Port,,,C. da Silva 2009 Dalva Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/c-silva-2009-dalva-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,C. da Silva 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"This smells toasted and heady, with a baked apple aroma. The mouthfeel is full, while the flavors tend toward citrus and pith. Solid on the finish.",Santa Monica Brut,10,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Castellví de la Marca NV Santa Monica Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellvi-marca-nv-santa-monica-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Castellví de la Marca 13.5,Red,Italy,"A fantastic food wine made using grapes that were sourced from 35-year-old vines, this opens with dark fruit aromas of prune, plum, raisin and candied cherry. There's a dusty mineral element and a touch of bright acidity that keep the wine from tasting jammy or overripe.",Riserva,19,88,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Cantine Paolo Leo 2008 Riserva Red (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-paolo-leo-2008-riserva-red-salice-salentino/,Red Blend,2008,Cantine Paolo Leo 14,Red,Spain,"A much better wine than in previous years, this opens with berry and vanilla aromas that lead to a full, vigorous yet choppy-feeling palate, with roasted berry, hickory and vanilla flavors. More woody than fruity as a whole, with hard tannins on the finish.",Crianza,22,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Zumaya 2009 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zumaya-2009-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Zumaya 14,Red,Italy,"Redolent of moist pipe tobacco and exotic spice, like cardamom and clove, this is a massive wine that hits all the senses in full force. Dark fruit and prune notes add a light impression of sweetness to the otherwise superchewy, thick mouthfeel.",Piano del Cerro Riserva,30,88,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Vigneti del Vulture 2006 Piano del Cerro Riserva (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-vulture-2006-piano-cerro-riserva-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2006,Vigneti del Vulture 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Scratchy berry and cherry aromas are a bit fiery, leading to the palate that feels raw on the edges but more dense and syrupy in the middle. Big, chunky and generous, this has flavors of creamy berry and pepper lead to a hot, full, somewhat syrupy finish.",Mayoral Grand Reserve,30,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Hacienda del Plata 2009 Mayoral Grand Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hacienda-plata-2009-mayoral-grand-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Hacienda del Plata 8.5,White,Germany,"A brisk spray of lemon perfumes the concentrated peach and flower flavors on this bright, racy Riesling. It's full of sweet-tasting fruitiness, but zippy acidity keeps the palate brisk and easy- drinking.",Estate Collection Spätlese,19,88,Mosel,,,Eifel-Pfeiffer 2010 Estate Collection Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eifel-pfeiffer-2010-estate-collection-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Eifel-Pfeiffer 13.5,Red,France,"With a significant proportion of Cabernet Franc, this is a perfumed and elegant wine. It has a serious edge of tannins in addition to juicy red-berry flavors. The finish is firm and dry.",Château Lajarre,27,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Horeau-Beylot 2010 Château Lajarre (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horeau-beylot-2010-chateau-lajarre-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Horeau-Beylot 13,Rose,Spain,"This is very light in color, with lightweight aromas of peach and citrus. It feels crisp and angular, with fine acidity that creates supreme freshness on the tongue. Flavors of peach and nectarine are spunky, ending like the toot of a whistle.",,12,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 2011 Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-2011-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2011,Muga 12.5,White,Spain,"Subtle and minerally on the nose, this has bashful white-fruit aromas that are at the peak of freshness. It feels good, lively and complete, while flavors of apple, citrus and mineral are well balanced. Drink immediately.",,18,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo da Bouciña 2011 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-boucina-2011-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2011,Pazo da Bouciña 13.5,Red,Italy,"This shows a cheerful, fruity side, with ripe cherry and blackberry notes, backed by cinnamon and nutmeg. The mouthfeel is smooth and soft.",Le Pitre,35,88,Southern Italy,Salento,,Villa Mottura 2010 Le Pitre Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mottura-2010-le-pitre-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,2010,Villa Mottura ,Red,France,"Good structure, acidity and a black currant note give this wine a balanced feel. It shows a fresh character that's very fruity and attractive. Not very deep, but pleasant now.",Château Auguste,15,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Vignobles Meijer 2010 Château Auguste (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-meijer-2010-chateau-auguste-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Vignobles Meijer 14.6,Red,US,"There's a dried mushroom note to this Pinot that dominates over the raspberry and cherry flavors. It's bone dry and silky in the mouth, with a sweet, jammy finish.",,36,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Bailiwick 2010 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailiwick-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bailiwick 13.5,Red,Spain,"This is an exotic and unusual wine, with mint, dry spice and mild red-fruit aromas. Light in body, it has snappy, juicy acids pushing raspberry and red plum flavors. For Old World fans, this is the ticket; it's lean and tangy, with leather and vanilla notes on the finish.",Ramón Roqueta Reserva,15,88,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Bodegas 1898 2007 Ramón Roqueta Reserva Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-1898-2007-ramon-roqueta-reserva-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-catalunya/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,1898,Bodegas 1898 13,Red,Italy,"Don't underestimate this wine. An Aglianico from Irpinia, it opens with pristine notes of black fruit, tobacco and crushed granite. The aromas are measured in intensity, but the wine's natural tannic backbone gives it importance and staying power.",,22,88,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Cantine di Marzo 2009 Aglianico (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-marzo-2009-italian-red-aglianico-irpinia/,Aglianico,2009,Cantine di Marzo 13.5,Red,Italy,"Terre di Orazio offers a compact, subtle expression of Aglianico that seems to be holding back. The aromas are subtle, with just the right intensity of fruit and spice.",Terre di Orazio,22,88,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Cantina di Venosa 2008 Terre di Orazio (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-venosa-2008-terre-orazio-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2008,Cantina di Venosa 13,Red,France,"This hand-harvested wine is a blend of Merlot and Malbec, with firm tannins and ripe berry and cassis flavors. Solid and chunky, this has aging potential.",Valades,15,88,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Grand-Maison 2010 Valades (Côtes de Bourg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-maison-2010-valades-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Grand-Maison ,Red,France,"The home of the Bordeaux agricultural school could be expected to produce an exemplary wine. That's the case with this vintage of Château Dillon, a textbook exposé of the structure of the vintage, with acidity and an intense black-currant flavor.",,,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Dillon 2010 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dillon-2010-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Dillon ,White,France,"Catty and herbaceous, this wine is as crisp and fresh as can be. Bright and lively, it is close to resembling the New Zealand style.",Blanc de Lynch Bages,41,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Lynch-Bages 2011 Blanc de Lynch Bages (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lynch-bages-2011-blanc-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château Lynch-Bages 14,Red,France,"Dense and solid, this has dusty tannins that contrast firmly with the juicy blackberry note and the rich texture. The acidity laces through, providing freshness. This could well age for several years, but with its big fruit flavors, it is also ready to drink now.",Cuvée Prestige,15,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château les Arromans 2010 Cuvée Prestige (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-arromans-2010-cuvee-prestige-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château les Arromans 12,White,France,"Rich and round, this wine shows the natural herbaceous character of the Sauvignon Blanc-Sémillon blend. Tamed by a warm, fat, generous feel, this has the density and structure to make it a great match for food.",,13,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Larroque 2011 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larroque-2011-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château Larroque 13.5,Rose,France,"This deep-colored blend of Grenache and Syrah seems more like a light red than a true rosé. Cherry and crushed stone notes dominate, and there's a welcome hint of texture on the palate that would work well with burgers or steak. Drink up.",,10,88,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Guiot 2011 Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-guiot-2011-rose-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2011,Château Guiot 13.7,White,US,"This is straightforward, crisp and refreshing, with no fancy frills. The fruit and the acid complement each other, lifting the pleasant apple and melon flavors. Made entirely in stainless steel, it carries no oak influence.",,15,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Boomtown 2011 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boomtown-2011-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2011,Boomtown 14.5,Red,US,"This fills out the reserve line at 14 Hands, done much in the same style as the Reserve Merlot and the Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. Here the fruit flavors lean toward berry rather than cassis or plum, and a dash of milk chocolate adds a bit of interest to the finish.",Reserve,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,14 Hands 2009 Reserve Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/14-hands-2009-reserve-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2009,14 Hands 14.5,Red,France,"With its rich, ripe blackberry-jam flavor and soft tannins, this is an immediately accessible, fruity wine. The tannins provide structure that accompanies the ripeness, although this is not a wine to age for many years.",,35,88,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château L'Ermitage 2009 Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lermitage-2009-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château L'Ermitage 13,Red,France,"Smooth and luscious, this is full of chocolate and blackberry flavors. It has weight, richness and ripe fruit, with dark tannins creating the firm structure. With the depth of flavor and the structure, it is going to age, though it's also ready to drink now. A great improvement on past vintages from this estate.",,20,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château de Virecourt 2010 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-virecourt-2010-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Virecourt ,Red,France,"Notes of sweet wood and ripe stone fruits blend together in this solid, smoky and bacon-flavored wine. It is soft, firm and generous, with a full texture.",Héritage,15,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Lamothe-Vincent 2010 Héritage (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-vincent-2010-heritage-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lamothe-Vincent ,White,France,"Round and rich, this is packed with pear and apricot flavors, producing a full-bodied character. It has weight and a citrusy edge of acidity, with a soft, ripe finish.",,17,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Lamothe de Haux 2011 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-haux-2011-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Château Lamothe de Haux ,Red,France,"This wine is dark, concentrated, initially hard and tannic. Underneath, there is a fresh character from the red berry flavors, sweetness and lively acidity. For medium-term aging over 5–6 years.",,,88,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Guillot Clauzel 2009 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-guillot-clauzel-2009-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Guillot Clauzel 15,Red,France,"The second wine of Château Fonplégade, this is packed with Merlot, which accounts for the richness. Juicy and soft, with a hint of black plum juice, it's balanced by a core of tannins and finishes with acidity. A wine that will age quickly.",Fleur de Fonplégade,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Fonplégade 2009 Fleur de Fonplégade (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonplegade-2009-fleur-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Fonplégade ,Red,France,"This is a full, ripe wine, with tannins that are already well integrated into the red fruits. It's rich and full, packed with delicious ripeness. A wine for pleasure in the next few months, but it will also age well for 3–4 years.",,19,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Domaine de Courteillac 2009 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-courteillac-2009-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de Courteillac 14.6,Red,US,"Pure Mourvèdre remains a rare bird of a wine, even in grape-happy Washington State. This is a good example, with flavors that carry the leafy, herbal character often found in Carmenère and the bright, mineral-laced fruit of southern French wines. It's not a big wine, and the vines from which the grapes are sourced are still young, but it's well made and will hold your interest.",Heart of the Hill Vineyard,45,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Dowsett Family 2010 Heart of the Hill Vineyard Mourvèdre (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dowsett-family-2010-heart-hill-vineyard-mourvedre-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Mourvèdre,2010,Dowsett Family ,Red,France,"Sweet-tasting fruits dominate this wine. With its black currant flavor, it's a wine that expresses the fresh character of the vintage without losing its own sense of richness. Charming already, it will certainly age.",,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos des Menuts 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-menuts-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Clos des Menuts 12.5,Red,Australia,"An unusual blend for Australia, this is 63% Malbec, 27% Petit Verdot and 10% Merlot. The blackberry flavor is bold and punchy, with hints of cinnamon and cracked pepper. It's full bodied and slightly creamy in texture, making it a satisfying red for near-term consumption.",Mangan,46,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cullen 2009 Mangan Red (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cullen-2009-mangan-red-margaret-river/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Cullen 14,Red,Argentina,"This staunch Malbec opens with straightforward berry aromas, and with airing it turns leathery and cheesy smelling. It's tight and tannic on the palate, with lemony oak, potent blackberry and herb flavors. Short, rugged and tannic on the finish, but loaded with flavor and spunk.",,18,88,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Benvenuto de la Serna 2008 Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benvenuto-serna-2008-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2008,Benvenuto de la Serna ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is initially soft, then it broadens out with caramel and ripe plum flavors. Dark cherry sweetens the core of acidity and firm tannins. The wine has good potential.",Vintage,65,88,Port,,,Barros 2009 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barros-2009-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Barros